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PRESIDENT'S CALL

J^tcuitTs to Serve mt^a.-tioK his is an exciting time to be a member of our alumni family.

As you will see in this issue of Shipmate, we have launched a $175 iniUion comprehensive fund-raising campaign. This historic effort will provide the resources for the margin of excellence to the Naval Academy for many years to come.

Although many of you understand the need for private support, some of us still have some concerns in this area. After all, the Academy is a federally funded institution. Many of us assumed while we were midshipmen that the federal government took care of all our needs.

And it does take care of most, but at an adequate or sufficient level.

Private dollars have always made a significant contribution to the quality of the Naval Academy experience so that it is one of excellence, not of adequacy. For instance, in the 1930s, when the Navy wanted a museum on the Naval Academy grounds, depression-era budgets would not allow its construction. A special act was pushed through Congress that allowed a not-for-profit institution to build a structure on a military reservation. Preble Hall was built by the Naval Academy Athletic Association and by the U.S. Naval Institute. In the 1950s, tight budgets limited the ability to expand Preble Hall, so the Naval Institute stepped up again, and doubled the size of our museum.

Continuing the tradition, a consortium, led by the Classes of '50, '51, '52, '56, '71, '82 and '98, recently dedicated a new wing with interactive exhibits.

Preble Hall is the perfect example of providing the margin of excellence. A museum is not required for the education of midshipmen.

It does not realize ticket money from visiting tourists. But it adds to the quality of the education and the midshipmen experience in intangible ways, by imbuing today's Brigade with a sense of history and knowledge of those who went before them.

We can point to other facilities, such as the Henderson Oceanography Lab, the Robert Crown Sailing Center, Navy-Marine Corps Stadium, and of course, magnificent Alumni Hall. These facilities provide that margin of excellence for our midshipmen, and are facilities that thousands remember well from their days as midshipmen. They exist because of the commitment of alumni, parents and friends of their hard earned family dollars.

So what does the margin of excellence mean today, and what is our role? You will hear often that all of the services are in a "war for talent." Fewer Americans today know anybody who served in the military, and sadly, information about the military often comes from negative news stories that tarnish the reputations of us all. In addition, with increased access for all young people to institutions of higher learning, combined with a good economy, military service—and the service academies—get lost in the increasingly high background noise.

It is fine that we know that the Naval Academy is a national treasure, but we have to continually educate the rest of America and her youth to that fact.

The war for talent means providing an experience for future generations that will always be better than our experience. I mentioned earlier that the government funds adequacy. That is meant to say that the government pays for the heat, the lights, the salaries, etc., but not much more. However, that understates the role of our federal government and the commitment of Navy leadership to the Naval Academy. The Navy has and continues to make a significant investment at USNA. It is completely renovating Bancroft Hall (for Shipmate, July-August 2001

George P. Watt Jr. '73. president and CEO of the Alumni Association, greets the most recent group of leaders to enter the fleet, the Class of 2001

the first time in more than 40 years). It has completely renovated Sampson, Mahan, and Maury Halls. It will begin renovating and modernizing Michelson and Chauvenet Halls, modernizing classrooms and updating laboratories from the 1960s into the 21st century. The government is funding that which is sufficient and adequate, and we are all extremely grateful for this funding.

Still, we cannot be complacent. When we think of world-renowned universities, places like Harvard and Stanford come to mind. These are nominally private institutions that have significant public investments providing their under girding. But people do not go to Harvard just to live in one of their famous houses. They do not go to Stanford to visit the Hoover Tower. Young people attend these universities and others like them because they have a reputation for sustaining excellence, and because they attract talent at all levels.

But the midshipmen at the Naval Academy have something greater at stake here than their compatriots at private universities. They are the future leaders who will serve the nation. The Academy has a mission— a duty—to develop leaders who will serve and protect our nation in peace and war. We need raw talent and quality young people so that we may continue the mission of the Naval Academy in providing the nation with leaders of great character. Excellence, therefore, becomes a magnet for excellence.

Working together we will provide: World-class faculty, world-class facilities, and world-class programs and curriculum. We are committed to support the Superintendent's Strategic Plan and its five areas of focus: Academic Excellence, Athletic Excellence, Admissions Excellence, Character Excellence, Leadership Excellence. We— alumni, parents and friends of the Naval Academy—will contribute to an environment of sustained excellence that cuts through the noise of the digital age and provide a clarion call to young people who yearn to learn, to lead, to serve and who value honor courage, and commitment. This is an opportunity for us to shape our nation's future.

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By Vice Admiral John Ryan '67, U.S. Navy

The United States Naval Academy Campaign: Xaui<Ts to Serve tkey^xtwn n 9 June we announced the most comprehensive USNA fundraising effort in the history of this institution.

The United States Naval Academy Campaign: Leaders to Serve the Nation will raise $175 million in private funding over the next five years to raise the bar of excellence in six key areas at the Naval Academy: Academics, Character Development, Leadership, Admissions, Athletics, and Unrestricted Support.

The campaign grew out of our Strategic Plan, which was first pubhshed in 1998 and revised earlier this year. During this process, we asked all our stakeholders—alumni, volunteers, faculty, administration, parents and friends, as well as the Board of Visitors— how to improve this great institution. I thank you for your excellent input. It has made a difference.

The dedicated men and women of the United States Naval Academy Foundation are spearheading this important fundraising effort. The Foundation is our independent non-profit corporation charged with raising private funds to support all facets of the Naval Academy and the development of the Brigade of Midshipmen. The Foundation provides the conduit and the encouragement for alumni, parents and friends to contribute private gifts for Naval Academy programs. Their generosity will create excellence in areas where appropriated government funds are not available.

We are honored to have the campaign's executive committee headed by co-chairs Roger Staubach '65, president of the Staubach Company, and Dan Akerson '70, president of XO Communications. I can think of no finer alumni to lead this worthy effort, and I am confident their leadership skills, business savvy, personal charisma, and devotion to their alma mater will be the impetus for a very successful campaign.

Together, the Foundation and the executive committee will seek private gifts to fund the six major components of the Strategic Plan.

They are: • To provide one of the finest technically based undergraduate educadons in the country; • To set the national standard for the development of moral and ethical leaders; • To provide the finest leadership development program in the nation; • To attract the best young men and women who are committed to serving our country; • To provide exemplary programs of athletic competition and physical challenge; • To provide increased unrestricted support for current operations of the U.S. Naval Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen.

More then $70 million of the $175 million goal has been raised in the campaign's "quiet phase," which began 1 July 1999. During this time. Foundation fundraisers focused on leadership gifts from alumni and friends. The aim was to raise approximately 40% of the overall goal before announcing the campaign publicly. The campaign is comprehensive in nature because it seeks to enhance the full educational spectrum of the Academy: endowments, facilities, programs and unrestricted support. Already, the campaign has produced visible results: new endowed academic chairs; a state-ofthe-art soccer facility opening this fall; an improved ethics curriculum; and much more.

This campaign is crucial to the Naval Academy as we forge into the 21st century. Private gift support expands the Academy's margin of excellence by funding initiatives that go beyond the core requirements provided by the federal government.

Throughout this campaign you will read and learn about the many efforts underway to secure this institution's future for generations to come. Together, we will make a great institution better.

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It was something glorious and magical. Capturing themes from a Hollywood's Oscar night at Graumans' Chinese Theatre to the pageantry of an inaugural ball. Alumni Hall, normally a venue for basketball games, was transformed into an elegant ballroom for the United States Naval Academy Campaign on Saturday evening, 9 June 2001. It was a night of black tie and flowing gowns, stars and ribbon, candlelight and confetti.

The Foundation hosted the special dinner for nearly 500 Naval Academy alumni, friends and dignitaries in Alumni Hall to launch the $175 million campaign, the most comprehensive fundraising effort in the Naval Academy's history.

The festivities began with a cocktail reception starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Bo Coppedge Room. Everyone mixed and mingled until the bugel sounded mess call to steer guests towards the main arena for a lavish dinner.

After entering the main hall, everyone stood for the Presentation of the Colors by the United States Marine Corps Color Guard, followed by the singing of the National Anthem by Ensigns Joshua Nassiri and Patrick Salmon, both from the Class of 2001. The United States Naval Academy Band, directed by Commander Mike Alverson, USN, and the United States Navy's Sea Chanters, performed musical accompaniment throughout the evening.

Captain George R Watt Jr. '73, USNR (Ret.), President of the Foundation, provided welcoming remarks. After dinner and a performance by the United States Naval Academy Band, he returned to the podium to open the campaign program. In his remarks he talked about the vision and foresight of those who graduated from the Naval Academy over 150 years ago; the tenacity of Colonel Robert Means Thompson (USNA 1868) and his plan for a "more relevant Naval Academy.. .one fit to train the leaders required of a blue-water, two-ocean Navy." Captain Watt asked the audience's indulgence as he took them back to 1906—an exciting time at the Naval Academy: "The Academy was in the midst of tremendous physical growth and change. By

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1906, the Class of 1901 had been serving in the fleet for five years. Bancroft Hall, Macdonough Hall, and Buchanan House had been completed. The Chapel was still under construction, and Mahan Hall would be ready a year later. On 24 April of that year, in the newly constructed Dahlgren Hall, President Theodore Roosevelt addressed the Brigade and a multitude of military officers and luminaries at the John Paul Jones Commemoration.

Within that Brigade were future leaders of great character who would serve our nation during one of its greatest conflicts, some 35 years later; leaders like Isaac Kidd '06; John S. McCain '06, and Raymond A. Spruance '07.

President Roosevelt's charge to the entire audience and to the nation regarding the need for their support during those challenging times ahead is as relevant today as it was then: 'Those of you who are in public life have a moral right to be here at this celebration today only if you are prepared to do your part in building up the Navy of the present; for otherwise you have no right to claim lot or part in the glory and honor and renown of the Navy's past.'

So, join us nearly a century later as we do our part in transforming the Naval Academy— not just to meet the needs of the present-day Navy—but also to meet the Navy's, and the nation's, challenges of the future. We have claimed our lot in the glory and honor and renown of the United States Naval Academy's past. This is our time to do the same for the Academy's future!"

Captain Watt introduced Naval Academy Superintendent Vice Admiral John R. Ryan '67. The Superintendent discussed the Academy's Strategic Plan and presented highlights on the achievements of the Brigade during the last year. Ryan talked about the war for talent at all levels and the Academy's need for private dollars to raise the bar of excellence.

"Private dollars have always played a role at the Naval Academy; enhancing the excellence that has always existed here," Ryan said. He described this campaign itiitiative as a "new and exciting era for the Naval Academy." He closed by reciting a quotation from Franklin Delano Roosevelt who said, "We cannot always build the futtire for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future."

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Campaign co-chairs Dan Akerson '70, chairman and CEO of XO Communications, and Roger Staubach '65, president of the Staubach Company, addressed the guests, giving details of the campaign and announcing leadership donors to the campaign since it began in July of 1999. Akerson spoke about his own experience at the Naval Academy, how the Academy "taught me how to lead; how to follow; how to persevere when times are tough; and to always be true to your word."

The lessons he learned from the Naval Academy 30 years ago "taught me how to be part of a team and what it takes to get the job done." He talked about giving back, to "do my part to perpetuate the legacy that the Naval Academy taught so wellâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;^honor, courage and commitment. This campaign is a chance to give back; to support an institution that 'provides leaders of great character.'"

Staubach also shared his personal experience, saying one of the most important things he learned was "the concept of teamwork; it's the teamwork among alumni, parents and friends of the Naval Academy that will assure victory in this campaign."

In closing, Staubach talked about how the campaign will enhance the Academy's various programs as well as the lives of the midshipmen and the stature of the Academy.

A special video produced for the campaign was premiered. Empire Video, headed by Robert Rositzke '57, created the film.

Following the video. Captain Watt unveiled the campaign's progress to date. With a drum roll and all eyes glued to the big screen, the number $70,251,125.73 was revealed. At that momept, a shower of blue and gold confetti descended on the cheering audience.

Captain Watt concluded the festive evening by inviting all former Superintendents in the audience. Vice Admiral Ryan, Akerson and Staubach to the stage. Vice Admiral William P. Mack '37, Vice Admiral Charles S. Minter '37, Vice Admiral WiUiam P. Lawrence '51, and Rear Admiral Ronald F. Marryott '57 joined the stage party for a special toast. This was followed by the singing of Navy Blue and Gold, led by the assembled former Superintendents and Ensigns Salmon and Nassiri.

Captain Watt thanked everyone for joining in this special night and "embarking on the momentous journey." A journey that will be far and wide with a goal to reach $175 million by the end of 2005. Watt urged everyone to "catch the spirit" and join in the excursion and "together we will support the Academy in its vision to 'provide leaders of great character, competence, vision and drive to transform the Navy and Marine Corps and serve the nation in a century of promise and uncertainty.'" J/

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I Previous page, top to bottom: VADM John Ryan '67, Dan Akerson '70, Roger Staubach '65 and George Watt '73 Betsy Compton and Eric Grubman '80 Kerwin Miller '75 and George Watt '73 Rusty Yeiser '73, Dianne and Bill Lawrence '51 This page, left, top to bottom: Ron and Patricia Terwilliger '63 and Roger and Marianne Staubach '65 VADM John Ryan '67 Maurice Tose '78 and Jim Kinnear '50 Mrs. Carol Holland and Dan Branch '59 Dan Akerson '70 and Dennis Haley '70 Tliis page, riglit, top to bottom: George Watt '73 IstLt Kyle Lewis and IstLt Nicole Aunapu '99 Carl Trost '53 and Dan Akerson '70 Judy and Peter Conrad '53 and John Poindexter '58

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he office is pretty typical for a busy man. Papers are piled around. Books and resources are near at hand. A computer sits on the desk. The anomaly in the room is a small, black, leather-bound book. This book rests on the shelf, not standing like the others in its company, but lying near the edge for easy access. It probably would have been lost among its companions because of its size, but in no time flat, the owner stretches out his hand and picks it up like shaking hands with an old, familiar friend.

Another oddity is that the "You will realize that with enough effort and owner of this determination you can succeed in any 1958-1959 edition endeavor" of Reef Points did â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Kzz\?mi% 1989-1990 not attend the Naval Academy.

He did not even step on the Yard for about another 20 years later.

Like many others of his generation. Dean Johnson was mesmerized by a naval career from the television series Men of Annapolis. He watched every episode and dreamed of becoming one of those men.

As the end of high school approached, Johnson applied to the Naval

Academy. He received his appointment and was accepted. With train tickets in hand he was ready to begin his education for life at sea until a telegram arrived on the morning of his high-school graduation. A physical that revealed less than perfect vision forced the Academy to repeal the offer for Johnson to join the incoming Plebe Class.

Nonetheless, Dean Johnson eventually made his way from his hometown in Washington State to the East Coast. He has become a man of Annapolis in a different way. The current mayor of the historic town has sponsored nearly two dozen midshipmen in 20 years. He has volunteered at the USNA Visitor's Center. He attends cultural events on the Yard.

"I thought my whole life was over," Johnson "I think of the pride every says. The Academy had been his goal from a Marylander has knowing that our state young age. Although the provides a home for one of the repeal of his appointment world's finest learning institutions.The was a devastating blow Naval Academy is a source of pride from the heart of Annapolis, the mayor now and a valued member of our finds delight in what the community." â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Mar/land Governor Pairis Qendening

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"A great deal is expected of you; the standards set for you

"The United States Naval Academy an ^^^^^ ^^ ^^^^ ^^^^ . j ^ Bishop, a resident of institution I both resented and admired. are high, as they should be.Yet, keeps Annapolis young," he Arnold, says that the tried to bend my resilience to a cause you must meet the standards said, with a lot of young people Academy "is a huge greaterthan self-interest...,! learned that expected of you." in and around the Yard. asset to the community." a shared purpose did not claim my He is pleased with the |jg^^j. Q ^ ^^e contrary it enlarged my —Reef Poit)ts 1989-1990 ^"^^''^ "^^^ ^^^^ ^^^" P"^>' to the words of Reef Points like contributions to the sense of myself."

Mayor Johnson, and some who community by the -Senator joltn McCain, have not, also find value in the Naval Academy as parents, graduates, Midshipman Action Faith of My Fathers and friends.

Group. "All they do in The father of a current midshipmen has found tremendous value the community is for the institution in the short time he has been associated with the terrific," he says, such Academy. Naturally "it's everything one would expect a college of as tutoring children. that caliber to be," says Joseph Huber, father of Stephen Huber '02.

In relation to St. John's in particular. Bishop enjoys the interaction More importantly, there are two things that make the Naval Academy between students. One of the nicest things the neighboring school stand out from other colleges and universities, he says. enjoys is when the students from both sides of the wall come face to "The first thing is the opportunities and the training in the areas of face to participate in the kite fly, waltzes, and of course the croquette leadership." Where else do students conunand units, lead battalions, match. train Plebes? "The second thing which is as important if not more The two "wildly different schools.. .add a lot of color that other towns important, is the emphasis on don't have," Bishop says. honor, integrity and But the Academy is about much more than adding color to the city commitment." This father from "What Strikes me most of Annapolis, as Buxbaum illustrates. It is about hving a certain way— honor, courage, commitment. As a notable graduate from the class of Lake Forest, Illinois, sees the ^bout the Naval Academy is Brigade and Academy leadership XL r j r 1947 says: , , , . i ^ ,, the profound sense of service teaching, learning, and most of all, . . . i , . , , -r, "The principles I internalized as a midshipman have stayed with Uving these values. instilled in the graduates.The me through 40 years of uniformed service and a couple of decades of retired life." Vice Admiral Jim Stockdale '47 reflected on his years in One example of a leader in motivation, dedication and Annapolis and the Navy as he celebrated his 55th class reunion in action is an alumna from the Class camaraderie demonstrated at San Diego. Five and a half decades after his June Week, he can still of 1980. She has been applying [JSNA set the tone for the say, "The Naval Academy has not just touched my life; it has been the skills she learned at the Naval g^^|^g ^^y^, ^^^^i^g my life."

Academy since she graduated. ,,.,,, ^, , ,,r,, J • o u \ . A —Admiral Vern Clark USN, Whether 55 or five years since graduation, "The Academy was the first real opportunity for many of us to be a part of something greater Janice Buxbaum started a than ourselves," says Captain technical engineering firm at the Chief of Naval Operations end of 1999 in Northern Virginia.

Tonya Barz '96, USMC. "There "I think it's a great place to She watches her company grow exists the underlying foundation yearly to its current size of 20 employees, including two USNA be stretched and forced to do of pride in following the footsteps classmates. things.... Aiming high is a good of those Marines and Sailors who In addition to the leadership skills that were honed on the Yard, philosophical exercise, but the so valiantly preceded us in the Buxbaum notes that she delved into academic subjects she otherwise Academy is a place where you service to this country." would not have been exposed to. She says she was forced to do things really have to s t r e t c h ^' ^" ^'''''^ ' ^ ^ " " ^ ^"^^ ^ she would not have done if left to her own devices. For Buxbaum „ class officer, Barz embodies the that's a great thing. At first she was not interested in engineering. emotionally physically leadership characteristics the Then she studied it and worked in it in the Navy. After leaving the —Janice Buxbaum W Academy teaches every midshipNavy, Buxbaum continued working in engineering positions which man. To her, the Naval Academy led to the formation of her company. Enterprise Engineering, Inc. experience "is about how you hold Buxbaum summed up her perspective of USNA while doing your head a little higher and feel that twinge of emotion in your soul hometown recruiting on active duty. "At any other college you go to, when you hear "Navy Blue and Gold' or the 'Marine Corps Hymn,' you can achieve mediocrity without anybody getting in your way. At salute the colors during the National Anthem, or get the chance to the Naval Academy they force you academically, physically, shake the hand of a veteran." emotionally to endure more than you ever thought you could. As a Whether inspiration is found in shaking the hand of a veteran or in result, nothing intimidates me....It is a different way of looking at holding a copy of life and challenges."

Reef Points, it is "Having escaped the clutches of For Buxbaum and all others who have the privilege of being Naval the heart of Communism as a family in Academy alumni, the challenges of life after First Class Year are as ca emy i se 1962,...Annapolis has served as my own abundant as those on and around the Yard. Whether a midshipman, that inspires , rr \ • ,• , parent, staff or local resident, everyone can benefit from what the candidates to ^°'"^^ of freedom, guiding the path in a Academy has to offer. mature, develop, profession that demands nothing but the ,,_ , • 11 ,• I • ir I The vice president and learn to most exacting standards of honor, courage Everything I ve achieved in life I ^^ ^^ j ^ ^ ^ , ^ C^j,^g^ ,^ become leaders to and commitment." owe to my Naval Academy no exception. Jeff serve the nation. J, -Commander Carlos Del Joro m experience." ^^^^^^^

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* Since 1845, gifts from Alumni and friends of the United States Naval Academy valued at millions of dollars have assisted in the growth and development of the Academy. As the Academy has grown in physical, professional, academic, and athletic stature, so has the need for private support.

The first organization to help support the Naval Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen was the United States Naval Academy Graduates Association, formed in early 1886 by Lieutenant Commander Charles Belknap (Class of 1867), along with 12 other officers who were on duty at Annapolis. The first Graduates Association dinner was held during June Week 1886; thereafter, meetings were held almost every year for 40 years. Like any organization, the Graduates Association incurred expenses and debt.

Through generous efforts of some groups or branches (Chapters), an endowment fund was established which enabled the association to pay its debt and eventually create a periodical, called Shipmate, which would help bind alumni together.

As the Academy transitioned into the 20th century and the number of Academy graduates increased, so did the efforts of the Alumni Association. More resources were needed and that required funds.

Efforts to raise money through a dues system proved unsuccessful.

Midshipmen were contributing two or three dollars at graduation to become life members, which entitled them to the rosters. When the Depression set in, midshipmen increasingly left the Academy to earn a living in the civilian economy. Even though they did not graduate, they were devoted to supporting the Academy and the Graduates Association. So in 1931, a new organization called the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association was formed to embrace as members non-graduates as well as graduates. In May of that same year, the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association was incorporated under the laws of the District of Columbia. On 6 October 1947, the Alumni Association was incorporated in the state of Maryland.

TTirough the years, there have been numerous focused fundraising efforts for the Naval Academy. The first organized effort in 1848 was led by several midshipmen who erected a monument commemorating four midshipmen who had been killed in the Mexican War. The Mexican Monument enjoys a prominent position in the Yard today.

Support continued with Colonel Robert Means Thompson (Class of 1868) at the helm. An ardent supporter of the Naval Academy, Colonel Thompson lamented the Academy's inadequate faciUties. As a member of the Board of Visitors, he recommended that the old, original structures, erected during the administration of Admiral David Porter (1865-1869), be replaced with better, more modern buildings. Using his own funds. Colonel Thompson hired Ernest Flagg, a renowned New York architect, to develop an architectural and topographical master plan, which included dormitory facilities, academic buildings, residential quarters, a gymnasium, armoryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and a Memorial Chapel.

In January 1896 the Board of Survey endorsed Flagg's plan, which featured the Beaux Arts architectural style. In May 1896, the rebuilding of the Naval Academy began when Congress appropriated $1 million for construction of several buildings. In June 1900 Congress approved an additional $8 million for the remaining buildings, including the Chapel and seawall. The new Chapel, built on the highest elevation facing the Severn River, was the "crown jewel" of Flagg's plan and forged a strong emotional attachment among Naval Academy Alumni and friends. It soon became the central edifice to preserving the past, recognizing the present, and embracing future generations of Navy and Marine Corps officers.

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Thompson's enthusiasm for the Academy also included his passion for sports. He was a fervent supporter of Naval Academy athletics.

Knowing, as he did, that government funds would not support intercollegiate sports; he made significant gifts to Naval Academy athletics. In 1891, he was one of the principal organizers of the Naval Academy Auxiliary Athletic Association. He also donated a beautiful silver cup, the Thompson Trophy, in 1895, awarded to the midshipman who contributed most to the advancement of athletics. The Naval Academy Athletic Association, whose first president was Commander Colby M. Chester (Class of 1864), was also established to support intercollegiate sports. Both associations focused on supporting athletics at the Academy. They later merged to become what is known today as the Naval Academy Athletic Association.

During the last century, efforts to raise private support continued as Alumni and friends pledged gifts valued at millions of dollars to assist the growth and development of the Academy, both structurally and programmatically. The fruits of their labor became increasingly evident on the Naval Academy grounds. Buildings such as Hubbard Hall, the Chapel, Alumni Hall, Nimitz Library, Mahan Hall, Buchanan House, Macdonough Hall, Mitscher Hall, Ricketts Hall, ArmelLeftwich Visitor Center and the Hendrix Oceanography Lab were funded—completely or in part—by private contributions. Beyond the physical infrastructure of the Academy, private support has enhanced many educational programs, seminars, conferences and the midshipmen extracurricular activities and club sports.

"Midshipmen who atteiid'ed the Naval Academy prior to the 1950s attended an institution that ran sufficiently on appropriated government funding. But by the late 1950s the Academy was beginning to show wear and needed maintenance could no longer be deferred. Space was at a premium as the size of the Brigade increased.

As the nation was becoming more "modernized" and more technologically advanced. The need for the Naval Academy to keep pace intensified. A new master plan was needed—the Naval Academy had clearly outgrown Flagg's original "master" complex. In 1954, the Board of Visitors endorsed a new plan which included two new wings to Bancroft Hall, and Congress approved funds for afieldhouse.

During the same time the Naval Academy Athletic Association took on the job of raising funds for a new, state-of-the-art stadium. ThenCaptain Eugene Fluckey '35, a World War II submarine hero and head of the department of electrical and mechanical engineering in 1958, took up the challenge to raise $3.1 million for the stadium.

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In 1995, United States Naval Academy Superintendent Admiral Charles R. Larson '58 worked closely with Admiral James L. Holloway III '43, USN (Ret.), to develop the concept of establishing a single fundraising entity to support the Brigade of Midshipmen and the Naval Academy. Admiral Holloway was the Chairman of the Naval Academy Foundation, whose long-time focus was athletic and scholarship programs. As Admiral Holloway worked with Foundation trustees and the Naval Academy, he recognized that there were too many moving parts in the Academy's well-intentioned fundraising apparatus.

The U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, the Naval Academy Endowment Trust, die Naval Academy Fund, and the Naval Academy Foundation, were raising funds with the greatest intentions: support of the Naval Academy in the most general terms. Funds were an important product of these programs, but another product was

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confusion—confusion about who was raising money for what programs. With Admiral Holloway's leadership, a plan was developed to merge the Alumni Association's Endowment Trust with the Naval Academy Foundation. With the completion of the Academy's strategic plan in 1999, Superintendent Vice Admiral John Ryan and his administration defined the parameters in raising the bar of excellence across the board at the Academy. Congress would provide most of the necessary funding, but for some important initiatives it was clear that private funding would be necessary. The plan to merge needed to happen before the new millenium—the "new" United States Naval Academy Foundation, Inc. was thus formed on 31 December 1999. It comprises two divisions, the Athletic and Scholarship Program Division (the "old" Foundation) under the direction of the Foundation Trustees, chaired by Admiral Holloway, and managed on a day-today basis by Captain Bill Fhght '56, USN (Ret.); and the Development Division, under the oversight of a newly established Board of Directors, chaired by Admiral Larson and managed on a day-to-day basis by Executive Vice President Dick Johnson. George P. Watt Jr. '73 serves as president of the Foundation, as well as president and chief executive officer of the USNA Alumni Association.

Since its origin In 1944, the Naval Academy Foundation (the "old" Foundation), located on Maryland Avenue, has been privately supported. Its mission is the administration of a scholastic program through which the Foundation provides one year of post high-school education in certain high-quality preparatory schools and junior colleges to a limited number of young men and women, who may require additional academic preparation prior to matriculating at the Academy. The Foundation has assisted many candidates possessing outstanding leadership, scholastic, and athletic potential. That assistance has resulted in the arrival at the Naval Academy by hundreds of deserving young people who might not otherwise have had an opportunity to enter.

The former Naval Academy Fund, composed of the Endowment Trust Fund and the Alumni Association Fund, was restructured so Alumni could direct their contributions to benefit Naval Academy programs. Alumni Association programs, or both—all through one efficient organization and its staff.

Today, the United States Naval Academy Foundation is a dynamic organization that claims a long history. Its focus has broadened from support for athletics to supporting the full spectrum of programs and facilities that contribute to excellence in the preparation of midshipmen, but for which appropriated funds are not available.

As the Foundation moves into the 21st century, it has assumed the responsibility for planning and executing the largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in the history of the Academy: the $175 million United States Naval Academy Campaign: Leaders to Serve the Nation.

The Foundation's focus is to communicate its mission and purpose and to inform Alumni, friends of the Academy, and the public about the importance of private gifts to the Naval Academy. Even with allocated federal appropriations funding "core sufficiency" at the Academy, private funds continue to be essential to the strategic advancement of a dynamic learning environment—"raising the bar" of excellence to encourage midshipmen to anticipate, prepare for, and shape the new century as leaders of great character.

The United States Naval Academy Foundation plays a critical role in ensuring that private support continues to benefit the Academy, the Brigade of Midshipmen, and the Alumni Association—continuing a long and proud legacy of private gift support.

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The United States Navy has a tradition and a futureWe look with pride and confidence in both directions.'* zA Qall to zAction

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U hese words, spoken by Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz on m 17 March 1945, weeks before allied victories in both Europe m and Japan, aptly reflect what is and has been for 156 years, ^^^ the key to excellence in training extraordinary leaders at the Uiuted States Naval Academy. It is the Academy's unwavering corrunitment to the Navy's heritage and to embracing the challenges of tomorrow.

z3(Caintaimng the Edge Today's Naval Academy retains its status as one of the finest institutions of its kind in the world, but that edge cannot and must not be taken for granted. Facilities, programs, faculty—in all areas the Academy must consistently strive to meet even higher standards in an exceedingly competitive environment. Instantaneous communication, global trade and unimpeded travel demand a dynamic learning paradigm, encouraging midshipmen to anticipate, prepare for and ultimately shape the new global century.

Against this backdrop, the Naval Academy must rise to the ongoing challenge of attracting the nation's finest young men and women.

The Academy must continue to educate and inspire each midshipman to commit to the rigors of an institution unlike any other. The Academy must invest in the tools, talent, and state-of-the-art technology to guarantee that it remains in the forefront.

Most importantly, the Naval Academy must imbue midshipmen with a keen understanding of the incalculable rewards associated with a lifetime of service and leadership in the military and civilian community.

zA (Strategic "Plan It is clear that federal appropriations, which provide the Academy's "core" capital and operating needs, provide sufficiency but do not ensure continued excellence. That excellence, nurtured and sustained with the help of every alumnus and friend represents the trademark of the finest four-year total immersion leadership laboratory in the world.

Recognizing this disparity, Naval Academy leaders have created a Strategic Plan to serve as a roadmap to identify and address specific needs over the next decade. The plan defines 30 strategic and 19 tactical initiatives for the next decade and details what is needed to remain competitive in an ever-changing world. In essence, it clarifies the "ends." Our challenge now is to secure the "means" beyond the capital and operating needs.

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The United States Naval Academy Foundation on 9 June embarked on a five-year comprehensive campaign to secure $175 million in private gifts to fund selected priorities of the Strategic Plan. Our challenge is to demonstrate the relevance of this endeavor, thereby generating enthusiasm and commitment from alumni, parents and friends of the Naval Academy. With strong focus upon the Academy's mission, the campaign is closely aligned with strategic institutional priorities: Leadership Excellence, Character Excellence, Academic Excellence, Athletic Excellence, Admissions Excellence and Unrestricted Support. Enhanced resources enable bolder vision and there is no question that early success will generate additional success.

Why Qh>e to the (Campaign: headers tO(§ef)>e the U^ionf • Give because you believe that the midshipmen of today stand ready to commit themselves to service to our nation.

• Give because you are grateful for the opportunity to perpetuate the legacy of honor, courage and commitment established by graduates who preceded you, and because you are able to share this legacy with those who will follow.

• Give because your gift will immediately impact the life of the Naval Academy today and tomorrow: - Through a respected scholar and holder of a newly endowed chair who can inspire and motivate midshipmen in the classroom and beyond; - Through improvements to the Robert Crown Sailing Center, a facility that plays such a vital role in the Academy's leadership program; - Through a significant modernization of Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium; - Through expanded midshipman foreign travel support, admissions outreach initiatives, satellite project support and much, much more.

zA i3)itessage from zAdmiralU^Qniitx^ Admiral Chester Nimitz '05, spoke of pride in the United States Navy of the past and the promise of the Navy of the future in March 1945. Little could he have imagined in 1901 that, nearly 100 years from the day he raised his right hand committing to serve, the Class of 2005 would be standing in that same Yard, raising their right hands in unison, swearing the oath, mirroring their thousands of predecessors. A tradition of the past, preserved in perpetuity.

Admiral Nimitz would know that this campaign is about more than reaching a $175 million goal. He would understand that it is about renewing bonds that tie us inextricably to this remarkable institution.

That it is about pride, pride in knowing that we made it and are better persons for having done so. That it is about ensuring excellence, excellence that guarantees new candidates will be afforded the best available training, education and opportunities to prepare them for naval leadership. Finally, Nimitz would know the campaign is about ensuring relevance, a relevance that is timeless. -1, Shipmate, July-August 2001

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Constellation Energy Group Gives $ I Million to Naval Academy Foundation Gift to Honor Christian H. Poindexter '60

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A ceremonial check was presented on Friday, 4 May 2001 in Alumni Hall during a luncheon attended by the trustees of the Alumni Association and the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation Board of Directors. Academy Superintendent, Vice Admiral John R. Ryan '67 said, "This leadership gift is deeply appreciated and is a fitting tribute to Chris Poindexter. He is an outstanding graduate and community leader whom we are all very proud to know. The unrestricted support that it will provide is crucial to the Naval Academy and allows us to continue to raise the bar of excellence."

In addition to the new endowment, the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation is creating the Christian H. Poindexter/Constellation Energy Group Corporate Leadership Award. This award will be presented annually to the corporation that most exemplifies the leadership tradition of the U.S. Naval Academy through support of the Academy's programs. Recipients of the award will be recognized on a "Wall of Fame" plaque in Alumni Hall. Captain Ed Wallace '72, USN (Ret.), Director of Corporate/Foundation Programs at the Naval Academy Foundation, said, "This leadership corporate gift will have a tremendous impact on our comprehensive campaign. I know it will inspire and encourage other corporations to step forward and support the Naval Academy."

After his naval service in 1967, Poindexter joined Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BG&E) as a senior engineer He held many positions with the company over the years leading up to his current position at Constellation Energy Group, of which BG&E is an affiliate.

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Mr. Poindexter is active in the Baltimore community and serves on several boards. He is a Director of Mercantile Bankshares Corp., Mercantile Safe Deposit and Trust Co., The Baltimore Life Companies, and Nuclear Electric Insurance Limited. He is a Trustee of Johns Hopkins University and a Director of the Johns Hopkins Medicine Board. Poindexter is also a Director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the incoming Vice Chairman of the Greater Baltimore Committee. He is Chairman of the Nuclear Energy Institute and serves on the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations Board. He is a past President and a current member of the Boy Scouts of America Baltimore Area Council Executive Board. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation. Poindexter has said that his success in business is a direct result of the training and education he received while he was a midshipman at the Naval Academy.

"On behalf of the Constellation Energy Group and our Board of Directors, we are proud to make this contribution to the United States Naval Academy Foundation," said Eric Grubman "80, Co-President of Constellation Energy Group. "It is an especially full honor to recognize Chris's dedicated service to this company and our nation, and to honor the contribution of Constellation Energy Group's many employees from the United States Naval Academy."

The United States Naval Academy Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization that secures private gifts to support all facets of the development of the Brigade of Midshipmen. The Foundation provides the means and the incentives for alutnni, parents, corporations and friends to contribute private funds for programs at the Naval Academy that will enhance the highest levels of excellence in all areas of the Academy's mission and for which appropriated funds are not available.

For more information on the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation Corporate and Foundation programs, contact Ed Wallace at 410-2931956ored.wallace@usna.com. ^t Shipmate. July-August 2001

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he Friends of the Jewish Chapel (FOJC) are working feverishly in partnership with the United States Naval Academy Foundation to raise $10 million to present the Naval Academy with one of its largest, single gifts ever. The gift will come in the form of a 28,000-square-foot facility and endowments to sustain programs and maintain the structure in perpetuity.

The Conunodore Uriah P. Levy Center and Jewish Chapel will be the first national monimient memoriaUzing the contributions of Jewish Americans who have served in the U.S. armed forces. This project, which is a major part of the Naval Academy's Strategic Plan, was approved by then-Secretary of the Navy Richard Danzig in 1999.

"It will serve not only as a house of worship for the Jewish midshipmen but also as a living monument to the Jewish graduates of the Academy who have served in the armed services throughout the history of the cotmtry," says Vice Admiral Bernard Kauderer '53, USN (Ret.), a board member of FOJC and former commander of Pacific and Atlantic Fleet Submarine Forces.

The Levy Center also will be more than a memorial. It is intended to be used by the entire Brigade. When Harvey Stein, president of FOJC, initiated the project in 1995 his vision was to create "an integrated learning center" where character development, spiritual and moral development can take place, according to Abe Wasserberger, executive vice president of development for FOJC. Naval Academy Chaplain Rabbi Irving Elson, CHC, USN, points out, "The concept of the center is almost like a student life center, where it all comes together."

CiuTently, Jewish midshipmen conduct worship services in the All Faiths Chapel which can accommodate about 120 people. On special occasions such as baccalaureate ceremonies, weddings, and high holidays that draw large numbers of people, the space is inadequate.

The new Jewish chapel will seat 350 people on two levels, ground floor and an open second-floor gallery. The other part of the facility will house a media center/library, offices, a social and study area, meditation space, kitchen and dining space, and restrooms.

The center and Jewish chapel is planned to abut Mitscher Hall overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. The facility will improve the

accessibility of Mitscher Hall by including an elevator, a second floor hallway with access to the chaplains' offices and additional restrooms.

The funds to build and maintain the Levy Center and Jewish Chapel are being raised by the FOJC, a group of volunteers incorporated as a non-profit organization in the mid-1990s to promote and advance the values and traditions of religious worship among Jewish midshipmen at the Naval Academy. FOJC is interested in training lay leaders for the fleet, providing home hospitality for Jewish midshipmen, and providing space for worship, according to Colonel Harry Lindauer, USA (Ret.), a member of the FOJC advisory board and a sponsor of many Jewish midshipmen.

The FOJC also supports myriad programs such as an annual Heritage Study Tour to Israel or Eastern Europe open to all midshipmen, a tour of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., which the Academy has adopted as a Plebe Year program, and Sabbath and hoUday events as well as retreats and study opportunities.

The center will be named for an individual who exemplifies service to country and moral leadership. The center "should be named after someone who reached distinction in the Navy and who was proud of his American and Jewish heritage. Uriah P. Levy's name was suggested since he was the first Jew to be a career officer in the Navy," before the Naval Academy was founded, said Rear Admiral Stunner Shapiro '49, USN (Ret.), member of the FOJC board and former director of Naval Intelligence. Levy attained the highest rank of his time, commodore. (See the following page for details on Levy.)

The Naval Academy is the last of the service academies to have a dedicated Jewish chapel. By adding this structure to the architecUire of the Yard, the Naval Academy demonstrates the full integration of the Jewish program into Yard activities, says Mrs. Thea Lindauer, an Annapohtan who was instrumental in the refiu"bishment of All Faiths Chapel in the 1980s. Rabbi Elson adds that the Jewish program "brings a spiritual dimension to oiu" officers.. .We're promoting one more tool in their leadership tool boxâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;faith." A For inforrrmtion, contact the Friends of the Jewish Chapel, 326 First Street, Suite 11, Annapolis. MD 21403. 410-268-0169, fojcusna@aol.com.

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• The first Jew to serve an entire career in the Navy.

• As a captain. Levy insisted that on his ships, every Sunday, religious services were to be held and no work was to be performed except that which was absolutely necessary.

• The first Jew to achieve the highest rank in the Navy (commodore was the highest rank in 1857).

• He is known as the father of the law for the abolition of government-sanctioned corporal punishment in the Navy.

Levy was persecuted and court-martialed six times in his career. In 1855, Levy was one of three captains eliminated from the ranks in an attempt to "promote the efficiency of the Navy." Levy was certain that anti-Semitism was at the root of his unfair treatment. Thirteen respected naval and government officials, including former Secretary of the Navy George

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• Levy personally financed the purchase and rehabiUtation of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello home in Virginia. The National Trust for the Historic Preservation acknowledges that if not for Levy, Jefferson's house might not exist today.

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By Anne Sharpe, USNA Alumni Association Staff

he Class of 2001, 902 midshipmen in all, marched onto the field at Navy-Marine Corps stadium Friday, 25 May to receive their diplomas. This commencement marked the 151st graduation ceremony. In attendance were family members, friends, and sponsors of the graduating class along with the rest of the Brigade of Midshipmen. This year's graduates were an exceptional lot—several students were honored with selection of a Rhodes Scholar (Oxford), Marshall Scholar (Cambridge), Truman Scholar, two Fitzgerald Scholars (Oxford), and a Pownall Scholar (Cambridge). Members of the Class of 2001 also received graduate scholarships to such prestigious institutions as Oxford, Cambridge, University of Califomia-Berkeley, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Stanford, just to name a few. The top graduates included Timothy R. Strabbing of Hudsonville, MI, Sandra S. Smith from Apollo, PA, and Andrew W. Sause of Salt Lake City, UT. TTiis graduation was a very special moment not only for the graduating midshipmen, but also for a class that graduated before them—50 years earlier. Representatives from the Class of 1951, marking a 50-year anniversary of when they walked across the stage to get their diplomas, presented a special gift to each graduating member of the Class of 2001. Four distinguished representatives gave a set of gold ensign or second lieutenant bars to each graduate after receiving a diploma. The gold bars are inscribed on the back with the class years that span a half-century, "51-01" (see photo above). A card (see following page) was included with each set containing a special message that read: Ex Scientia Tridens (the Naval Academy motto, which means "From Knowledge, Sea Power") — Whenever Two or Three Shall Meet and Old Tales be Retold, From Low to Highest in the Fleet We'll Pledge The Blue and Gold.

Fair winds and following seas to the Class of 2001 from the Class of 1951.

'51-'01: Another link in the chain.

This special presentation marked its second anniversary. The idea culminated in the fall of 1999 when the USNA Alunmi Association approached the Class of 1950's president. Rear Admiral Roy Snyder, with the suggestion of giving the bars as their gift. In the past, the Academy class from 50 years prior presented a gift of their choosing to their 50-year underclass. The gifts have varied from year to year.

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The Class of 1950 was the first class to present the shoulder bars to members of the Class of 2000 dtiring conmiencement. Their presenters included Admiral Ronald J. Hays, USN, former U.S. Commander-in-Chief Pacific; Admiral Sylvester R. Foley Jr., USN, former Commander-in-Chief Pacific Fleet; Lieutenant General Charles G. Cooper, USMC, former Commanding General Fleet Marine Force Pacific; and Major General Daryle E. Tripp, USAF. former Coirmiander, Rescue Forces, Vietnam.

The Class of 1951 took up the ventuure. This special presentation would give them an opportunity to forge a 50-year bond between the two classes and remind the Class of 2001 that they would carry the proud traditions of the United States Naval Academy, the United States, the Navy and naval service. The Classes of 1951 and 2001 began to bond when the Class of 2001firstentered the Naval Academy in 1997. The seniors embraced them and helped them feel that they were part of the Naval Academy alliance.

According to Captain Robert Small '51, class president, "Presenting shoulder bars to the Class of 2001 lets us welcome each of them as officers to the fleet. At die same time we will symbolically 'pass the torch' we have carried since our graduation into their hands."

The four representatives, chosen from the class's many distinguished graduates, were Admiral Kinnaird R. McKee, USN (Ret.), former superintendent of the Naval Academy and former director of Navy Nuclear Propulsion; Vice Admiral Robert F. Dunn, USN (Ret.), former Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Air; Vice Admiral Joseph Metcalf HI, USN (Ret.), former Commander, Second Shipmate, July-August 2001

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The Class of 1951 graduated in June and walked right into the throes of the Korean War. The Class did more than its share during the war—flying strike missions, participating in ground combat, providing close fire support from surface ships to troops ashore, and conducting covert submarine missions. In the space program, one walked and rode on the moon. As civilians the class distinguished themselves in medicine, law, business, science, the clergy, the aerospace industry, and politics.

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"The Class of 1951 is passing on its legacy and the traditions of the naval service and the Naval Academy," said George P. Watt Jr. '73, president and CEO of the Alunmi Association. "Their initiative to present these gold bars to the Class of 2001 is yet another way of binding our Alumni together."

President George W. Bush, in his speech to the graduating class said, "The Class of 1951 and the Class of 2001 are separated by 50 years, but you have much in common. You exhibit the same patriotism, the same professionalism, and the same drive. Half a century ago, the Class of 1951 ventured into a world where the very existence of our nation seemed to hang in the balance. Today, you inherit a world that is safer and more peaceful, a world the Class of 1951 helped to make possible. You're the custodians of their legacy, the next link in the long, unbroken chain that is Annapolis past and present."

These stirring words were a reflection of a pledge and commitment; of tradition and a continued legacy to the classes that have marched through the Academy, and an inspiration to those that follow; binding them together.

During the Commissioning Week activities, the Class of 1951 was very instrumental in helping to sponsor a special picnic for the Class of 2001 and their families, which allowed them a chance to meet with the midshipmen and their families.

Marking a half-century of service to their country, the Class of 1951 will celebrate its 50th reunion on 20-23 September in Annapolis. >L

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Alumni College Down Under (April 10-22, 2002) — a great new program that visits two countries. Five days in Cairns (Australia), then five days in Tauranga (New Zealand). Visits to Tjapukai Aboriginal Park, North Queensland Rain Forest, Great Barrier Reef, Rotorua, and many more places. Extensions to Sydney or Auckland also available.

13 days/$3695 (incl. ait)/Alumni Holidays Alumni College on the Rhine River (May 13-21, 2002) —now a campus that floats! Cruise the Rhine River aboard the deluxe river cruiser M/S ESMERALDA. Visit the Wine Road of Alsace, the Black Forest, Bonn, Mainz, Remagen, Worms, Baden-Baden Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. An all-inclusive program. 9 days/$2395 (incl. air)/Alumni Holidays Alumni College in the Italian Lakes District (July 15-23, 2002) —visit and cruise on Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, plus trips to Bellagio, Tremezzo and Milan. See the beauty and history of this beautiful region. Stays at the Lido Palace Hotel on Lake Maggiore. 9 days/$2295 (incl. air)/Alumni Holidays Alumni College in Scotland (August 7-15, 2002) —a repeat of our 1998 sell-out. A week ui Sterling to see the amazing castles, palaces, and history made famous in the movie "Braveheart." True highlands hospitality, food, and music, with trips to Loch Lomond, Scone Palace, Edinburgh, and a train trip to Inverness. 9 days/$2295 (incl. air)/Alumni Holidays Alumni College in Sicily (Sept. 14-23,2002) - Taormina is your home while you explore the architecture, Greek and Roman ruins, delicious cuisine, and friendly people of this wonderful area. Visit the golden temples of Agrigento, ride to the top of Mt. Edna, and see Syracuse, with its exceptional Archeological Park. 9 days/$2295 (incl. air)/Alutnni Holidays Alumni College in Tuscany (July 21-29, 2002) - a repeat of our 2001 sellout.

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Florence Escapade (Mar 1-8, 2002) —a week in fabulous Florence, to explore as part of our group and on your own. Your home is the fabulous Grand Hotel Baglioni, with it's traditional Florentine atmosphere. See works of art by da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and many more. Visit Pisa, Lucca, Sienna, and Assisi. 8 days/$1695 (incl. air)/Alumni Holidays Voyage of the Vikings — Norway to Ireland 0uly 8-18,2002) - An 11-day inclusive itinerary aboard the KRISHNA REGINA that encompasses the Viking World —Norway, the Orkney Islands, Shetland Islands, Hebridean Islands, Isle of Sky, Wales, and Ireland. Visit castles, fjords and see the stunning beauty and history of this amazing area. 11 days/$3495 (incl. air)/ Gohagan & Company French and Italian Rivieras aboard the Star Clipper (July 11-20, 2002) - sail the azure water of the Mediterranean aboard the new STAR CLIPPER, an elegant sailing vessel built in the style of the great clipper ships of the 1800's. Visit Civitavecchia, Corsica, Monte Carlo, Portofino, Livorno, Elba, and others. A voyage like no other. 10 days/$2995 (plus air)/ Travel Excellence These dates and prices are tentative, final arrangements will be listed in the brochure. For more information either call or email Bobbi Collins at 410-263-4448, ext. 139 or bobbi.collins@usna.com.

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The Chairman, Admiral Leighton W. Smith Jr., USN (Ret.), called the meeting of the board to order and conducted the preliminary administrative portions of the meeting. The secretary to the board reported that a quorum was in attendance. A moment of silence for those who had gone before us since the last meeting was observed as well as a review of the morning's agenda and approval of the December minutes.

Because of time constraints, the president's report was provided to the trustees in advance and included in the board books. The report was provided electronically to all Class and Chapter presidents for further distribution and an edited summary of the report was reprinted in the June issue of Shipmate in the "President's Call" column.

Joint Finance and Audit Committee Corbin McNeill reported that the 2001 budget was approved by the committee at their first meeting in February and subsequently approved by the full board. He reported that the committee had received the audit report for the past year from the independent auditor KPMG. No material weaknesses were noted in the financial controls of the organization and the report stated that the organization had very strong financial health. The board voted to accept the Audit Committee report.

Joint Investment Committee Ted Krauss reported that the joint committee had agreed that both the Foundation and Alumni Association investments would be managed by Hirtle Callahan and would follow a common investment strategy. He noted that although the year had not been good for investments, Hirtle Callahan had outperformed the benchmarks while managing the association's investments.

Nominating Committee Captain Neil Block reported the results of the 2001 election. The new Westem Region Trustee is Captain Robert Stevenson '60, USN (Ret.), and Rear Admiral John Adams '58, USN (Ret.), is the new Mid-Atlantic Region Trastee. The board accepted the results of the election. (The vote counts for all candidates are shown at the end of this summary.)

The Chair, Admiral Smith, also noted that the new Chapter and Class Tmstees are: Lieutenant Commander Robert Rubin '82, USNRSan Diego; Mr. Douglas Bomarito '68-Oregon/SW Washington (new trusteeship); Commander Robert P Bush III '65, USNR (Ret.)Atlanta; Fred Sheehan Jr. '78-Boston; First Lieutenant Thomas Wagner II '97, USMC-Decade of the '90s; Commander Steven Young '84, USNR-Decade of the '80s; and Rear Admiral Roy Snyder Jr. '50, USN (Ret.)-Decade of the '50s.

Strategy and Planning Committee Captain Roger Onorati presented the report: He noted that the board had approved the precept and composition of Plan 2010 Committee by email vote and that the committee would propose a strategic plan for the next nine years. He then reported that the final version of the 28

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Operating Policies and Procedures Manual was ready for board approval. The board voted to approve the revised Operating Policies and Procedures Manual.

Bylaws Committee Vice Admiral Ed Martin reported that discussions concerning Bylaws changes were continuing, with no proposal ready for board consideration. He indicated that the proposed changes would be forwarded electronically, and that two months time would be allowed for board consideration and vote.

Membership Committee VADM Ed Martin reported that there were 56 new associate members approved since the last board meeting. He emphasized the need for everyone to seek out and find new associate members to help meet the goal of 60,000 members by December 2005.

Old Bysiness Continuing Care Retirement Community Admiral Smith reviewed the progress of researching the best strategy for participating in a Continuing Care Retirement Community project. After spirited discussion among the trustees, the issue was sent back to the planning team and staff for further concept development.

President's Circle A Council of Class Presidents' request to ask the Foundation to modify the criteria for President's Circle membership was discussed.

A non-binding resolution was passed asking the Foundation to consider changing the criteria so that all donors who contribute $2,500 within a fundraising year, regardless of the purpose of the gift, will be recognized as members of the President's Circle.

Upcoming Comprehensive Campaign Dick Johnson (executive vice-president. Foundation) gave an overview of the $175 million, five-year campaign. This campaign will bring private support to provide the margin of excellence at the Academy as envisioned in the USNA Strategic Plan. Co-chairs of the campaign are Dan Akerson '70 and Roger Staubach '65.

Memorial Hall, Special Memorials Committee Colonel John Ripley '62, USMC (Ret.), chairman of the committee reported on the progress this committee has made in identifying all categories of Naval Academy Alumni who have lost their lives on active duty and to make recommendations to the Superintendent, for the proper recognition and memorialization of such losses. The members of the committee represent all 20th century wars from the classes of the '30s through the '80s, Worid War II, Korea, Cold War, Desert Storm, Vietnam, with the exception of World War I. A final report will be submitted to the Superintendent and the results will be included in a future issue of Shipmate.

Class of 1969 Gavel Presentation to the Class of 2001 Commander Mike Michaelis, executive vice president Class of 1969, presented a gavel and sounding board made from the wood of CONSTITUTION, to the Class president of the graduating Class of 2001.

Aaron Fielder, Class president for '01, accepted the gift.

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Adjournment After a motion was made and accepted to adjourn, the chairman convened the new board. Following adjournment the trustees participated in a joint luncheon with the Foundation board of directors, after which the Superintendent reviewed the state of USNA with the combined boards.

The date for the next board meeting is 29 November 2001.

Trustee Election Vote Summary Mid Atlantic Region RADM John Adams '58 RADM Richard VanOrden '45 CAPT Christopher Nichols '78 LCDR Stephen Hubbard '75

297 288 217 159

Western Region CAPT Robert Stevenson '60 CAPT Stephen Andres '67

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Class of'69 at BOTMeeting A Board of Trustees meeting would not be complete without a contingent from the Class of '69. Counter-clockwise, top photo: Richard Bulger, Nelson Blish, John Ohlinger, Robert Amundson, and Tim Halliday; Mrs. Amundson and Mrs. Ohlinger have improved the look of the group; The flying squad from Texas at the May 2001 Board of Trustees meeting

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I N F O R ^A T I O N echnology The Naval Academy Conference on Information Technology October 10-11, 2001

The United States Naval Academy, the Office of Naval Research, the USNA Class of '48 and the Computer Science Department will sponsor the first Naval Academy Conference on Information Technology at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, October 10-11, 2001.

The conference will be open to the general public and will immediately precede Homecoming Weekend.

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technology in naval operations and defense strategy, and the implications for the education of midshipmen at USNA. The conference will bring together the midshipmen, officers, faculty and alumni of USNA with current leaders in the Navy, academia and industry to explore how information technology has changed and is changing how we operate and the environment in which we operate.

President Bush recently remarked that an important measure of military strength is "access to information," and

Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld noted that information warfare is a real threat that the military must address today. In the past decade military forces have transitioned from an age when communication systems were important, to a time when excellent networks are required for collecting, sorting, analyzing and disseminating the information needed to effectively employ military forces. There is litde doubt that the Navy and Marine Corps have a pressing need for officers possessing significant expertise in information technology.

IM.tMfiid^^anfeceDi£.Mili.Mtiir£«^_„ ••• Talks by nationally recognized leaders in industry and the military will address such topics as network-centric warfare, the Smart Ship project, advances in wireless communication, IT21, new concepts in education and training and the handheld revolution.

•f Confirmed speakers including Admiral Bill Owens, former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and current CEO of Teledesic, an innovative advanced-telecommunications company, and Commander Robert Kerno, Commanding Officer of USS YORKTOWN, the prototype Smart Ship, and one of the Navy's premier advanced-technology platforms.

-•• Hands-on demonstrations showcasing state-of-theart and emerging technologies and products that demonstrate how IT can help today's Naval and Marine Corps officers achieve success.

4- A panel discussion on "Information Technology Education for Military Officers" which will serve as a forum for the exchange of ideas on the means and methodologies that the military service academies can employ to instill this educational foundation in their graduates.

tQlllBffl!S.JJlMrJ31SA!i For more information about the Naval Academy Conference on Information Technology, visit www.it.cs.usna.edu or email CDR Patrick Vincent (vincent@usna.edu) or Professor Patrick Harrison, Chair of the Computer Science Department (harrison@usna.edu).

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The Liberty Eagle pin, the most popular brooch in her American Collection, has been worn by some of the most outstanding women in America and throughout the world. It is gold plated with a ruby eye and the finest Mmm faux shellbased pearl. It comes packaged in a genuine leather box. $90.00 The American Flag pin is made in genuine Austrian Swarovski crystals, I4K gold plate. It is packaged in a genuine leather box, $80.00 The Anchor Pin This pin is the perfect compliment for day or evening apparel. Made of sterling silver with I 8k gold, it is accented with faux pearls and simulated sapphire. $200.00

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Independent Auditors^ Report Board of Trustees The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association, Inc.: Board of Directors United States Naval Academy Foundation, Inc.: We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association, Inc. (Alumni Association) and the United States Naval Academy Foundation, Inc. (Foundation) as of December 31, 2000 and 1999, and the related consolidated statements of activities and cash flows for the years then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Alumni Association's and Foundation's management. Our responsibilit\' is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of .America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association, Inc. and the United States Naval Academy Foundation, Inc. as of December 31, 2000 and 1999, and their changes m net assets and their cash flows for the years then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Our audits were made for the purpose of forming an opinion on the basic consolidated financial statements taken as a whole. The consolidated information included in Schedules 1 through 6 is presented for the purposes of additional analysis of the consolidated financial statements rather than to present the financial position and changes in net assets of the individual entities. The supplementary information included in Schedules 7 and 8 is presented for the purpose of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic consolidated financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the consolidated financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the consolidated financial statements taken as a whole.

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THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. AND UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY FOUNDATION, INC. Consolidated Statements of Financial Position December 31, 2000 and 1999

Assets Cash and cash equivalents Accounts receivable Contributions receivable, net Inventories Prepaid expenses Investments Key employees' armuities Property and equipment, net

2000

1999

2,210,944 381.600 22,806,516 85,265 58,318 76,491.496 72,584 4,134,319

1,274.438 383,270 11,052,526 75,785 58,473 74,131,536 90,436 4,258,158

106,241,042

91,324,622

1,598,708 422,470 1,169,635 1,373,421 4,099,570 541,076 8,756,804

789,593 431,280 1.066.856 1,450,652 3,740.139 462,808 7,986.380

17,961,684

15,927,708

3,116,257 48,764,266 36,398,835

4,615,714 48,510,990 22,270,210

88,279,358

75,396,914

106,241,042

91,324,622

Liabilities and Net Assets Liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued expenses Deposits on life memberships Class savings accounts Deferred income and deposits Split-interest agreements Accrued key employees' retirement Unamortized life memberships Total liabilities Net assets: Unrestricted Temporarily restricted Permanently restricted Total net assets

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THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. AND UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY FOUNDATION, INC. Consolidated Statements of Activities Years ended December 31,2000 and 1999 2000

Permanently Restricted

Total

14,887,096 — — — (1,247,310) — — — — — — —

12,858,426 — — — — — — — — — — —

32.236.339 186.914 177,356 188,547 (1,885,024) 243,991 148,099 427,323 962,282 920.386 84,231 33,584

(49.082) 154,924 11,807,618

(140,717) (1,438,175) (11,807.618)

(13,052) 1,283.251 —

(202.851) — —

Total revenue and gains

19,139,276

253,276

14,128,625

33,521,177

Expenses: Program services: Support to the Naval Academy Alumni publications Membership support Partnership marketing Alumni communications Career transitions

10,937,517 1,035,780 899,961 812,626 501,543 499,587

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10,937,517 1,035,780 899.961 812,626 501,543 499,587

Revenue, gains, and other support: Contributions Membership dues Life member amortization Merchandise sales Investment income (loss) Publications and advertising House activities Homecoming and conference fees Fund administrative fee Royalties Travel income Other Other support: Change in value of split mterest agreements Reclassification of net assets Satisfaction of restrictions

Total program services Supporting services: Development General and administrative

;

Unrestricted

Temporarily Restricted

4,490.817 186,914 177,356 188,547 (637,714) 243,991 148,099 427,323 962,282 920,386 84,231 33,584

14,687,014

14,687,014

2,797,039 3,154,680

—

—

2,797,039 3,154,680

5,951,719

—

—

5,951,719

Total expenses

20,638,733

—

—

20,638,733

Change in net assets

(1,499,457)

253,276

14,128,625

12,882,444

Total supporting services

Net assets, beginning of year

4,615,714

48,510,990

22,270,210

75,396,914

Net assets, end of year

3,116,257

48,764,266

36,398,835

88,279358

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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Unrestricted Revenue, gains, and other support: Contributions Membership dues Life member amortization Merchandise sales Investment income Publications and advertising House activities Homecoming and conference fees Fund administrative fee Royalties Travel income Other support: Change in value of split interest agreements Reclassification of net assets Satisfaction of restrictions

1999 Permanently Temporarily Restricted Restricted

Total

3,209,935 208,820 162,538 146,407 3,597,570 203,342 153,557 325,827 370,866 657,917 78,245

10,712,594 — — — 6,414,458 — — — — — —

3,119,342 — — — 38,378 — — — — — —_

17,041,871 208,820 162,538 146,407 10,050,406 203,342 153,557 325,827 370,866 657,917 78,245

20,664 (65,165) — 5,097,304

__._ 5,647 740,000 (5,097,304)

— (1,263) (740,000) —

20,664 (60,781) — —

12.775,395

2,416,457

29.359,679

Total revenue and gains 14,167,827 Expenses: Program services: Support to the Naval Academy Alumni publications Membership support Partnership marketing Alumni communications Career Transitions Total program services Supporting services: Development General and administrative Total supporting services Total expenses Change in net assets

6,102,250 944,036 783,312 530,417 541,178 380,336

— — — •

—

—

9,281,529

—

2,402,192 1,946,754

—

4.348,946

—

— — — — —

6,102,250 944,036 783,312 530,417 541,178 380,336 9.281,529

—

2,402,192 1,946,754 4J48,946

13,630,475

13,630,475

537,352

12,775,395

2,416,457

15,729,204

Net assets, beginning of year

4,078,362

35,735,595

19,853,753

59,667,710

Net assets, end of year

4,615,714

48,510,990

22,270,210

75,396,914

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THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. AND UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY FOUNDATION, INC. Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Years ended December 31, 2000 and 1999

2000 Cash flows from operating activities: Change in net assets Adjustments to reconcile increase in net assets to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation Loss on sale of fixed assets Amortization of life memberships Realized and imrealized net losses (gains) on investments Contributions restricted for endowments (Increase) decrease in assets: Accounts receivable Contributions receivable Inventories Prepaid expenses Key employees' annuities Increase (decrease) in liabilities: Accoimts payable and accrued expenses Deposits on life memberships Class savings accoimts Deferred income and deposits Unamortized life memberships Split-interest agreements Accrued key employees' retirement

$

Net cash provided by operating activities

12,882,444

15,729,204

471,455 3.453 (177,356) 4,528,948 (4,326,848)

388,471 (162,538) (7,364,929) (229,282)

1.670 (11,753,990) (9,480) 155 17,852

230,509 (5,298,151) (25,760) (15,540) 67,239

809,115 (8.810) 102,779 (77.231) 947,780 26,175 78,268

417,933 (20) 18.243 (158,727) 752,009 230,881 133,753

3,516,379

Cash flows fi-om investing activities: Purchases of property and equipment F^irchase of investments Sales or maturities of investments Net cash used by investing activities Cash flows from financing activities - contributions restricted for endowments Increase in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year

1999

4,713,295

(351,069) (37,475,064) 30,919,412

(793,933) (52,426,061) 49,141,316

(6,906,721)

(4,078,678)

4,326,848

229,282

936,506

863,899

1,274,438

410,539

Cash and cash equivalents, end of year

$

2,210,944

1,274,438

Supplemental cash flow information: Noncash contributions - donated securities

$

5,096,575

2,817,750

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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NAVY VS. AIR FORCE TAILGATE Held at

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ntUiin Saturday, 6 October 2001 at 10 a.m. ntLLm Fun and food at the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation tailgate party! The tents are conveniently located next to the stadium and will provide a warm, friendly environment to enjoy a delicious Tailgate prior to the game.

Tailgate Tickets: Price to be determined Tailgate registration is required (Tailgate registration ends 9/21/01, no refunds after 9/25/ 01). Please note that tickets are for the Tailgate Party only, you must purchase your Football tickets through the Naval Academy Athletic Association (1-800-US4-NAVY).

Menu Hamburgers Hot dogs BBQ'd Chicken

Italian Pasta Salad Baked Beans Condiment Platter

Cookie Platter Soda & water Coffee, tea & hot chocolate

Reservation Form Please Print Name

Class:

Address City:

State:

Zip Code:

E-mail: # of Tailgate Tickets:

Total: $

Enclosed is my check to the USNA Alumni Asssociation for $ Visa:

Mastercard:

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OR Charge my:

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Signature:

Exp:_ Date:

Mail Registration to:

USNA Alumni Association. Navy/Airforce Tailgate PO. Box 64975 Baltimore, MD 21264-4975

OR FAX: 410-269-0151 If you have additional questions please contact: Kathy deCamara at: 410-263-4448 ext. 200; or e-mail Kathydecamara@usna.com

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NAVY/AIR FORCE BUS Ride with the Alumni Association to FecExReld. for the Navy-Air Force Football Game on

Saturday, October 6, 2001 Price Per Person: $18.00 round trip/members â&#x20AC;˘ $20.00 roundtrip/non members There will NOT be any bus tickets. A confirmation letter will be sent to you upon receipt of your payment. Buses will return to Alumni Hall Parking Lot after the game.

* * * NO REFUNDS AFTER SEPTEMBER 22, 2001 * * * Bus Departure: Bus Arrival: Navy Tailgate: Return to Alumni Hall:

Depart Alumni Hall Parking Lot at 9 a.m.

Arrive at FecExfield 10 a.m.

Begins at 10 a.m., Alumni welcome Approximately 5:30-6 p.m.

Buses will depart FecExfield 45 Minutes after the end of the game!

Space is strictly on a first come-first serve basis.

We encourage you to make your reservations early.

Reservation Form Navy vs. Air Force Game: Saturday, October 6, 2001 (Please Print) Name

Class:

Address City:

State:

Zip Code:

E-mail: # of Bus Riders:

X SlS.OO/members

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OR FAX: 410-269-0151 If you hove additional questions please contact: Kathy deComora of: 410-263-4448 ext. 200; or e-mail Kathydecamora@usna.com

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LUCKY BAG OF

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^lessons learned in the ser\ace of trarcotmtr}' are thronghoutlhe Jumbers, one that we will all recognize. Tht music will appeal to a Borderline Breakdown by Night IVap. Chroma Soma Productions, wide range of listeners.

Savage, MN. $12.99 CD (shipping included). ©1990-2000 CS The music features the lead vocals of Chip and Dickie, with a full Productions ®Chroma-Soma Productions. All Rights Reserved. All range of guitar strings, keyboards, and percussion, to produce both a Songs are BMl. smooth and familiar sound we can associate with today's soft rock music scene. Chip and Dickie recorded and mixed all the songs at A 7/g/zf Trap is CAPT Charles R. "Chip" Sharratt '74, USNR The Music Room, and had them mastered at Gildersound by Randy i V (Ret.), a former Navy EA-6B Electronic Warfare Counter Gildersleeve, both in Forest Lake, MN. Measures Officer, who honed his guitar playing and vocal skills in Borderline Breakdown is available from Chroma Soma Productions, the ten-man bunkroom on JOHN F. KENNEDY (CVA-67) while assigned P.O. Box 242, Savage, MN 55378, and two songs are available on to the VAQ-133 Wizards. Chip and his nephew, Dickie Christopher, a mp3.com. former Navy Reserve sailor, have combined on their second CD Chip and his group reside in Minneapolis, MN, one of the national collection of original songs. Night Trap follows their successful Petals music scene's hot beds. 1 know this is not their last offering. and Thorns CD which was released in 1994 and is available on D.E. Church '67 Amazon.com.

Chip and Dickie have produced a very easy listening volume of Dave Church, a former editor-in-chief of Shipmate and a director at the original contemporary rock music. From the signature "Borderline U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, is a music lover who enjoys Breakdown" to the haunting "Sons and Daughters," Night Trap sharing discoveries with fellow Alumni. Dave first enjoyed Night Trap's celebrates life in all its ups and downs, but always with hope. Hints music while stationed together in VAQ-133 in the late '70s. A

L U C K Y B A G O F B O O K SK Tales from Annapolis: A Ring-Knockers' Bedside Companion Compiled by Rich Zino '67 and Paul Laric '49. Illustrated by Bob Hunt '67. Published by Omega Resources, ©2000, Rockville Centre, NY. 286 pp. ISBN 0-9704710-0-9.

Zino and Laric, in a labor of love, have succeeded in saving for posterity many of the humorous, outrageous, and poignant moments that Midshipmen have experienced or caused over the ages, many times with disastrous results. Black "N" stories abound, but as we all know, many wearers of the Black "N" went on to illustrious careers a "^ales from Annapolis is a must read for both in the military and the civilian world. Tales can almost be e every person who has entered the U.S. categorized as "USNA Urban Legends," but the fact is every one of us Naval Academy as a midshipman. Chapters will say, "1 knew that mid, or a mid just like him or her. and it is U^ie."

The sad truth is that the authors, and 1 use authors to encompass all are developed using the "Laws of the Navy" the contributors who so unselfishly provided Zino and Laric with and readers will instantly recognize the their tales (well, there are a few anonymous contributors), have not individuals in this cast of real-life characters been able to recount all the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of the 48,000 who present not always shining moments in or so living USNA graduates. It is a shame that the tales of the first midshipman lore! Although some of the tales century of Midshipmen have been lost to us, so I applaud Zino and could start off with the classic opening line of "This is no s—t!" every one of the tales Laric for embarking on a second volume of Tales from Annapolis.

Readers will have memories stirred and emotions inflamed by Tales will be incredibly and totally believable. As it is said, "Truth is stranger than fiction," as from Annapolis. It is our duty to do our bit and submit our "tales" to these tales will make you laugh, make you mad, and make you proud the new volume so as to ensure the true and full-flavored life of you were a member of the Brigade of Midshipmen! Those who weren't Midshipmen is recorded for generations of Midshipmen to come. midshipmen will get a glimpse of the inner life of four years in the D.E. Church '67 confines of the Yard and Bancroft Hall.

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U N I T E D STATES NAVAL ACADEMY

U N I T E D STATES MILITARY ACADEMY

U N I T E D STATES C O A S T G U A R D ACADEMY

U N I T E D STATES A I R F O R C E ACADEMY

U N I T E D STATES M E R C H A N T MARINE ACADEMY

SERVICE ACADEMY CAREER CONFERENCE

What is SACC

SACC Schedule of Events

SACC is the Service Academy Career Conference supported by the USNA, U S M A ,

USAFA,

USCGA

and USMMA

Alumni

Associations. It is held three times annually and is exclusive to academy alumni. 5y4CCattracts top flight companies seeking to hire service academy grads, and is attended by hundreds of alumni transitioning out of the military.

Thursday, August 2 3 , 2001 Interview Prep Seminar

7 pm - 9 pm

Friday, August 24, 2001 Breakfast (provided)

7 am - 10 am

Registration

9 am - all day

SACC

How to Register You have two options when registering for SACC: 1) Complete the form below - mail with $25 and resume to: SACC, 2 4 7 King George Street, Annapolis, M D 2 1 4 0 2 .

2) Register at www.usna.com/career/sacc Email your resume and payment method to sacc@usna.com.

10 am - 1 pm

Lunch (provided)

I pm - 3 pm

SACC

3 pm - 6 pm

SACC Seattle Location The Westin Seattle 1900 Fifth Avenue Seattle, Washington

JSARDS

206-728-1000

JSARDS is the Joint Service Academy Resume Database System, a free on line resume database exclusive to alumni. Once registered in JSARDS your resume will receive immediate exposure to recruiters attending the SACC, as well as other companies seeking to hire academy grads. Please register in JSARDS, or if already in JSARDS, update your resume prior to the SACCa.t www.jsards.com.

Request the 5.^4CC government rate ($120) ASAP if planning on staying at the Westin.

Register by August 8, 2001.

SACC Candidate Registration - Seattle, Washington 2001 Name:

USNA Class:

Address: Phone: _ E-Mail: Resume Category ( www.usna.com/career/sacc ): Will you attend the free Interview Prep Seminar?

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BRAVO Z U L U Associates: Jack R. Lengyel has been named recipient of the 35th Corbett Award. Professor Sharon D. Voros and Professor John A. Fitzgerald Jr. recently received Navy Civilian Awards during the Faculty Dedication Ceremony in Memorial Hall. '38: RADM Robert W. McNitt, USN (Ret.), recently was inducted into the Annapolis Maritime Hall of Fame. '47: H. Richard Duden Jr. has been elected to the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame. '49: Robert J. Gilliland received the 2001 Godfrey L. Cabot Award presented by the Aero Club of New England. '56: Barton Myers' company, BMA, Inc.. has been selected along with Architekton, to provide planning, design and construction support services for the Tempe Performing and Visual Arts Center in Tempe, AZ. Charles J. DiBona has been elected to the board of directors of Mitchell Energy & Development Corporation. '59: E. Lee G. Bryan recently was appointed as senior counsel during the start-up phase of RTO Enterprise Factory for VennWorks LLC. '60: Oregon Steel Mills, Inc. (NYSE: OS) announced that the Board of Directors appointed David L. Parkinson a director of the company at the 26 April 2001 board meeting. '62: VADM Robert J. Spane, USN (Ret.), recently was appointed a member of the advisory board of Milepost Industries.

RADM Stephen K. Chadwick, USN (Ret.), has been appointed president and CEO of Prodesco Corporation. '63: Anthony J. Celebrezze Jr. has joined the Columbus, OH, law firm Kegler, Brown, Hill & Ritter. '64: RADM John E. Gordon, JAGC, USN (Ret.), is the new vice president. Washington, DC, operations for ATK (AUiant Techsystems). '65: CAPT Dennis R. Spurgeon, USNR (Ret.), has joined USEC, Inc. as executive vice president and chief operating

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officer. '66: VADM Joseph S. Mobley, USN (Ret.), ended a distinguished naval career on 12 April 2001 when he relinquished command of Naval Air Forces, U.S. Atlantic Fleet and retired from active duty. Henry R. Nothhaft has been appointed president and chief executive officer of SmartPipes, Inc. VADM Albert H. Konetzni Jr., USN, is the new Deputy Commander-in-Chief and Chief of Staff of the Atlantic Fleet. '67: Tim D. Martin is beginning a term as president of the Philippines Naga Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Dr. Kenneth D. IXittle recently received the Navy Civilian Award for Meritorious Service during the Faculty Dedication Ceremony in Memorial Hall. '68: Stephen R. Wilson joined Footstar, Inc. as executive vice president and chief financial officer. '69: CAPT Paul H. Scherf Jr., USNR, is the new vice president of Worldwide Sales for Conducnis, Inc. '70: CAPT John J. Demlein Jr., USN (Ret.), has been appointed associate director in the Office of Cooperative Research at Yale University. Steven Reinemund has been elected chairman of the board and CEO of PepsiCo, Inc. '71: CAPT Perry J. Martini Jr., USN (Ret.), has earned his Ph.D. in education (sitmma cum laude) from GWU and is the new associate director of Class Giving with the USNA Foundation, Inc. '72: CAPT Patrick W. Dunne, USN, has been nominated for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower Half). CAPT John L. Phillips, USNR, recently completed a mission to the International Space Station aboard Space Shuttle Endeavor CAPT Stephen H. Clawson, USN (Ret.), has been promoted to vice president of public relations for the Eastern United States for AT&T. '73: CAPT James D. Kelly has been nominated for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower Half). RADM Steven A. Kunkle, USN, is being assigned as Commander, Carrier Group FIVE. CDR Robert P. Bartron, USN (Ret.), had a screenplay.

Crew Eleven, optioned by a Hollywood film company. RADM H.G. Blackwood, USNR, was recently promoted to RADM in the Naval Reserve. RADM Richard E. Brooks, USN, became Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Force Atlantic in Norfolk, VA, in September 2000. RADM John M. Kelly, USN, will take command of San Diego based Cruiser-Destroyer Group Three. RADM Thomas J. Wilson III, USN, is the new Deputy Director, Surface Warfare Division. CDR Marc D. Goldberg, USN (Ret.), is the new director.

Bureau of Correctional Industries for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. CDR Louis L. McGinty, USN (Ret.), is the new director of business development and corporate relations at Thomas Nelson Community College. '74: CAPT Michael C. Bachmann, USN, CAPT William D. Crowder, USN, and CAPT Donald R Loren, USN, have been nominated for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower HalO. Michael A. Ryder has joined Sierra On-Line, Inc. as chief operating officer and senior vice president of product development. RADM Richard P. Terpstra, USN, was recently appointed the director of special programs under the wing of the new Under-Secretary of Defense for Acquisitions, Technology and Logistics. '75: CAPT David A. Gove, USN, CAPT Gary R. Jones, USN, and CAPT Paul S. Stanley, USN, have been nominated for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower HalO. CDR Wynn E. Calland, USN (Ret.), was appointed vice president, regulatory affairs for Birmingham Steel Corporation. CDR Mark J. Harper, USNR, recently received Navy Civilian Award for Meritorious Service during the Faculty Dedication Ceremony in Memorial Hall. CAPT Larry L. Warrenfeltz, USN (Ret.), retired from the Navy after nearly 30 years of military service. '76: CAPT Patrick R. McKim, USNRR, is the new vice president for business development for Securant Technologies. CAPT Christopher C. Ames, USN, has been nominated for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower Half). CDR John M. Christman, USNR, has been named chairman and CEO of BMW Financial Services. '77: CAPT Patrick M. Walsh has been nominated {continued on p. 50)

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Home Football Tail _ USNA Alumni l\ssocatioii TAILGATE I N F O R M A T I O N Georgia Tech SEPT 22: Boston College OCT 13: Rice (Homecoming) NOV 10: Tulane SEPT 8:

WHERE:

Navy Fest (at Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium along Taylor Ave.) Along march-on route WHEN: Every Home Football Game TIME: 10:00 a.m. - game time PRICE: Members and their immediate families: $8/person Non-members and their guests: $13/person (Homecoming: No charge for members, $13 for non-members) Sign up ahead of time or pay at the door

^^^Ss\

HOME TAILGATES REGISTRATION FORM GAME Georgia Tech Boston College Rice TVilane

# OF PEOPLE

* * PRICE/PERSON

SUBTOTAL

$8 (m)/$13 (nm)/$5 (child) $8(m)/$13(nm)/$5(child) NO CHARGE (m) / $13 (nm) $8 (m)/$13 (nm)/$5 (child) TOTAL:

Method of Payment (check one): • Check • Visa • Master Card Credit Card #: Signature:

• American Express Exp. Date:

Name (please print):.

Address: Email: • Send me information on becoming a USNA AA Member

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BRAVO Z U L U (cont. from p. 48) for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower Half). CAPT Owen G. Thorp n i , USNR, has completed requirements for a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Catholic University of America. '78: CDR James W. Brown, USNR, was recently appointed as senior project manager for Earth Tech's Charleston, SC, office. CAPT Mark S. Boensel, USN, is the new commanding officer of NAS Jacksonville. LCDR Shaun G. Bradley, USNR, has been named, along with his partner in Bradley-Morris, Inc., as Georgia's Small Business Persons of the Year for 2001 by the U.S. Business Administration. CDR James A. Fiorelli, USNR, has been awarded one of 12 nationwide Sons of Italy scholarships and a Beazley Scholarship for his second year of law school. James B. Stallings Jr., co-founder and CEO of e-house had his company highlighted in an article in The Business Journal of Jacksonville, FL. CAPT Robert E. Novak Jr., USN, has completed a tour of duty as Director of Systems Engineering at Joint Strike Fighter and is now Ops O at NavAir-4.0. '80: Kevin C. MuUoy recently was appointed VP of Strategy and Business Development for Intelsat. Radenko Stefanovic has been named a new member of W-Phone, Inc.'s advisory board. '81: CDR Philip H. Wright, USNR, recently was appointed as head of the criminal division of West Virginia's southern federal court district. LCDR Charles H. Church Jr., USN (Ret.), is the new director of product marketing for ExactOne. '82: CDR Romero G. Iral, USN, has completed his naval service as Director of Operations, Joint Interagency Task Force West and is retiring from the U.S. Navy. CDR Matthew M. Sharpe, USN, recently was selected as one of the 2001 Wall of Fame Honorees of the Port Washington-Saukville School District. CDR Timothy L. Watkins, USN, is the new commanding officer of Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 2. ' 8 3 : Dr. Leo S. Mackay Jr. is the new deputy secretary of Veterans Affairs. CDR Vitorino G. Mercado, USN, is the new CO of DECATUR. CDR Mark R. Hagerott, USN, has assumed command of KAUFMAN (FFG-59). CDR David S. Bogdan, USN, is the new CO of GREENVILLE. '85: LCDR Joseph D. Skufca, USN, was awarded the William P. Clements Award for Excellence in Education and Class of 1951 Military Faculty Teaching Award during Dedication Ceremony at USNA on 21 May 2001. '87: David M. Buckley was recently appointed executive vice president, Technical Operations T Biogen, Inc. '88: Maj Kurt A. Van Etten, USMCR, received his M.B.A. from Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, and will be senior operations manager for eBay in San Jose, CA. '89: LCDR Christopher P. Thomas, USN, has been selected as one of two officer recipients of the 2000 Arleigh Burke Award for Surface Warfare Operational Excellence for his service aboard CHOSIN ( C G - 6 5 ) . '91: LT Jensin W. Sommer, USN, is the new spokesman for the U.S. Pacific Command. '92: G. Christopher Graham received his M.B.A. from Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University,

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Evanston, IL, and will be an associate with Booz-Allen & Hamilton in London, England. '93: Gerald J. Raines is now manager of sports partnerships. Alliance Development for Walt Disney World Resort.

John R. Wallace has received an M.B.A. from Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, and will be an associate in the Investment Banking Division for Deutsche Bank in Baltimore, MD. '94: LT Matthew A. Hawks, USN, has earned an Executive M.B.A. from the University of Memphis. Robert E. Hughes Jr. and Matthew R. Gibson have received their M.B.A.s from Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL. Matt will be an associate in the Investment Banking Division for Goldman Sachs in New York City and Rob will be an associate with Mergers & Acquisitions for Merrill Lynch in New York City. '95: Capt Eric L. Kapitulik, USMC, recenUy completed the second Isuzu Ironman California Triathlon and took part in the Armed Forces Eco-Challenge in Alaska in July along with LT Stephanie Jones '00, USMC. '97: IstLt Patricia M. Dienhart, USMC, is the Camp Pendleton Female Athlete of the Year. '00: LT Stephanie S. Jones, USMC, took part in the Armed Forces EcoChallenge in Alaska in July along with Capt Eric L. Kapitulik '95, USMC. '01: MIDN 1/C Joseph Spinelli, USN, MIDN 1/C Andrew J. Abate, USN, MIDN 1/C Geoffry A. Bent, USN, MIDN 1/C Jacob D. Portaro, USN, MIDN 1/C Brandon W. Hamilton, USN, and MIDN 1/C Daniell L. Kaegel, USN, were selected to Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities in 2001.

MIDN 1/C Michael E. Cunningham, USN, was selected as the 2001 Patriot League Winter Scholar-Athlete of the Year and was awarded the RADM R.F Marryott Basketball Award at the 2001 Navy Men's Basketball Banquet for the member of the team who has demonstrated the strongest will to win, team spirit, aggressiveness, improvement, sportsmanship, and effort. MIDN 1/C Benjamin P. Malay, USN, has been selected as one of Tomorrow's Leaders of Aviation Week & Space Technology. MIDN 1/C Robert A. Reeder, USN, was awarded the Coaches Award for the best defensive player at the 2001 Navy Men's Basketball banquet. MIDN 1/C Christopher S. Williams, USN, received the Charles Evans McDonough Memorial Cup as the most valuable player on Navy Men's Varsity Basketball team. '02: MIDN 2/C Amy E. Jones, USN, has been selected as the brigade commander for first semester, academic year 2001-2002. MIDN 2/C Nathan R. Schmidt, USN, has been selected as the brigade executive officer for first semester, academic year 2001-2002. MIDN 2/C Erin M. Rosa, USN, has been selected as first regimental commander for first semester, academic year 2001-2002. MIDN 2/C Zachery N. Henry, USN, has been selected as second regimental commander for first semester, academic year 2001-2002. '03: MIDN 3/C Kyle Barker, USN, won the award for best three point field goal percentage at the 2001 Navy Men's Basketball Banquet. vL

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11-12 OCTOBER 2001 ^ T h e championship round on Friday, 12 October 2001 will be open only to Alumni with established USGA handicaps.

The format is Individual stroke play, with a shotgun start at 9:00. The Seniors Flight competition will be included in this event again. Players will compete in flights according to handicap.

Limit is 120 players.

^ ^ The Senior golfers option continues. Players may choose to i compete In the National Tournament as before, or to compete in the Seniors Flight. Play from the Gold tees, with your Gold tee handicap.You must be at least 70 years old, have a USGA Handicap, and elect to be assigned to that flight.You can still play with the foursome of your choosing.

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fll^ Those participating in the Championship round or Seniors ^0 Reservations will be accepted in the order In which PAID I Flight are requested to submit photocopies of their USGA applications with photocopies of USGA Handicap cards are Handicap cards with their payment to facilitate tournament received. Properly completed applications will be given priority L i m i t : 120 Paid A l u m n i administration. Naval Academy Golf Club members need not and confirmation notices will be sent. Please make your plans | and spouses. submit cards. Pro Shop will provide current handicaps. Players early! Cutoff for entry will be 27 September 2001. are encouraged to work with a local Golf course to establish their handicap.This has been working well and really does help %0 Classes and Class groups will be automatically grouped I C H A M P I O N S H I P FRIDAY in tournament preparation.Thanks for your cooperation! together, unless the foursome, individual or class, specifically Shotgun s t a r t a t 9:00.

Q No USGA Handicap? The Thursday (I I October 2001) requests otherwise. Please mark your applications accordingly. format is changed on a trial basis this year Instead of a scramble O p e n only t o A l u m n i with a limit of 64 players, we are having a Callaway competition ^ ^ Refreshments available both days.and prizes will be avrarded I w i t h Established (no handicaps) and expanding the field to 120 players. Alumni at 3:00 p.m. Friday. and their spouses are invited. Prizes will be awarded.

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A L L H A N D S V /Âť Rear Admiral Ron F. Marryott Inducted Interboro, PA, High School Hall of Fame s a young man, Rear .Admiral Ron Marryott '57 grew up in the town of Prospect Park, PA, where he graduated from high school in 1952.

On 13 June 2001 Ron Marryott was inducted into that community's "Interboro High School Hall of Fame." Their Hall of Fame was established in recent years to honor those individuals whose outstanding achievements, success, and service brought recognition to the school and the community.

The initial morning ceremony took place on campus as a part of Interboro High School's annual Commencement Assembly. Five honored past graduates were the year 2001's inductees into the Hall of Fame.

In his acceptance remarks in front of the assembly of 300 graduating students, Ron Marryott graciously accepted the recognition and urged Alumni Association Presents Award the students to work hard and believe in themselves. During the leorgeP.WaUJr.'73, induction ceremony, the principal, Dr. Michael Pladus, noted the need I president and CEO to provide heroes that today's youth could model themselves after. of the USNA Alumni He recounted Rear Admiral Marryott's history, noting that he had Association, presented the been an outstanding basketball player in high school and at the U.S. Naval Academy Academy, and had graduated with a bachelor of science degree in Alumni Association naval science.

Dr. Pladus further noted Ron Marryott's receipt of a Award, a $2,001 check, to master's degree in international relations from American University, MIDN 1/C Timothy R. his presidency of the Naval War College, and his serving as the 52nd Strabbing, now 2ndLt Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy from 1986 to 1988.

Strabbing '01, USMC. The induction ceremony continued at a luncheon at the nearby This award is presented each year to the individual Corinthian Yacht Club, further honoring the five inductees. In his who exemplifies the ideals and traditions of the naval service and final comments to the 80 assembled guests at the CYC, Ron Marryott who best combines outstanding leadership, professionalism, academic praised the numerous educators in the dining room. He thanked them for their devotion to the education and development of the distinction, and athletic achievement in his class.

Graduating with distinction and number one in his class, Strabbing, community's youth and urged them to continue their service.

It is interesting to note that Interboro High School's Hall of Fame of Hudsonville, MI, held a 3.91 GPA. His major was political science.

He was recently awarded a Marshall Scholarship and will attend also includes one of Ron Marryott's boyhood heroes, Ben Martin '46.

Oxford University for two years. With a strong interest in international Ben ultimately became a successful college football coach at the relations, he envisions his time there will be spent meeting people USAFA and the University of Virginia.

Other past and present inductees include an Olympic medalist, the from different backgrounds and cultures, to conduct research and to speaker of the Delaware General Assembly, and many others who reflect on world situations and events. have served the community and left high standards to emulate.

Strabbing was very active during his four years at the Naval Academy.

He was a brigade commander, launched a recycling program, improved guidelines for upper-class training of Plebes; was part of the varsity Accepting Nominations for Trustees he Nominating Committee for 2001-2002 is accepting names of crew team; and president of the Protestant Midshipman Club. He also candidates for the Central and Eastern Regional Trustees and Vice had the opportunity to serve aboard PONCE (LPD- 15) and was on summer Chairman for next spring's election. Forward names of candidates to cruise when Marines left the ship for Kosovo.

Nominating Committee Chairman Captain Neil Block '61, CEC, USNR (Ret.), at nblock512@cs.net.

Seeking Bowl Photos How'd They Get It? e have received several inquiries about the photo that adorned the cover of the May 2001 issue of Shipmate. According to the photographers on the scene, it was a candid photo. (Rumor has it that one photographer knocked another to the ground to get the shot, but that rumor is unconfirmed.) The photographer, Ken Mierzejewski, heard that the boy in the photo was the younger brother of a Midshipman marching in the parade, but the boy's identity remained a mystery until late June.

As we have learned, the boy is Max Graman and his brother, Bennett Shapiro '00, was in 28th Company. Apparently Max wants to follow in his brother's footsteps.

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Maryland Crew D o n a t e s Volunteer Service t o Constellation, A m e r i C o r p s Project Serve he MARYLAND crew who performed more than 500 hours of volunteer work in the State of Maryland during the week of 1114 June, was honored in a ceremony on Flag Day, 14 June, aboai^d MARYLAND (SSBN-738), MARYLAND crew, partnering with Project SERVE AmeriCorps members, a national service learning program, performed neighborhood stabilization and rehabilitation projects in East Baltimore. They also volunteered with shipwrights and riggers on preservation and maintenance projects aboard the frigate CONSTELLATION. The state of Maryland's Lieutenant Governor, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, joined MARYLAND CDR Russell H. Smith '82, Living Classrooms Foundation President James Piper Bond, Master of Ceremonies Alan Walden, and other state dignitaries in recognizing 21 visiting "Gold" crew members, AmeriCorps members from the Living Classrooms Project SERVE, and the staff of the CONSTELL.'\TION Museum.

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During his tenure as West Coast Regional Director, Tom formed the first Parent's Club in 1973. The response was amazing and to this day the Club remains one of the largest in the country.

This years event was unique. A total of 52 appointees include the eight students pictured from St. Ignatius in San Francisco. These young men represent the largest number of students from any one high school in the ten western states, or possibly the country. These eight students will make a total of 50 from this Jesuit prep school to enter USNA during Tom's affiliation with the Naval Academy.

Eight students from St. Ignatius in San Francisco are headed for Annapolis. L to r, seated: Frank Verducci. Jonathan Magsaysay. Kevin Kinkade. Ben Horn; standing: Tom Teshara. Greg Wood, Andrew Figoni, Chris Lollini, Eddie Wolf, and Commander Steve Schumacher

iSABRD Raffle Winners Announced!

Honored Guests at Graduation 2001

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ecretary of the Navy the Honorable Gordon R. England and President George W. Bush applaud the graduating midshipmen of the U.S. Naval Academy at their graduation ceremony on 25 May 2001 in Annapolis. President Bush was the commencement speaker.

Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy, by Chief Photographer's Mate Dolores L. Parlato. 25 May 2001

'05 A p p o i n t e e s from California he Parent's Club of Northern California held their 29th annual Appointment Dinner to honor the incoming Class of '05 on 27 May 2001. Tom Teshara, Club Advisor, has been associated with the Naval Academy since 1964. His affiliation began as a volunteer "Bird Dog" for Rip Miller and subsequently Tom was hired by the Candidate Guidance Office as the first civilian employee to maintain an office away from the Yard. His Moffett Field office was opened in the spring

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he iSABRD online service is fully up and running at www.usna.com. Almost 2,000 Naval Academy Alumni updated or originated profiles in the new iSABRD service. This brings to almost 20,000 the number of active service academy profiles available for business-to-business, client/customer-to-provider, and prospective employee-to-employer networking. iSABRD, the interactive online version of the print SABRD, is the Association's most powerful networking service. If you have or are in a business, need suppliers, need to network professionally, need customers, need service, or are looking to be employed, you need to be listed in and using iSABRD! During the introductory phase of the iSABRD service, the Association's iSABRD operator, WhoGlue, Inc. (Jason Hardebeck '87, CEO), provided three, all-service, raffle prizes to go along with our two exclusive Naval Academy Alumni Association prizes for those updating or initiating their iSABRD profile within the prescribed time frame. The winners of the raffles are: General All Service Academy: Grand Prize of a Digital Camera: LCDR Curt Copley, USNA' 88 First Prize of a Palm Ilk: Tony Wells, USNA '86 Second Prize of a DVD Player: Robert Schilling, USMA '85 Navy Only: USNA AA Captain's Chair: Thomas Base '88 Two Army-Navy Football Tickets: Dan McConnell '71 If you are actively employed or are seeking new employment, or have skills, experience and contacts to share, you can assist your fellow Alumni. You need to be in iSABRD. The value of your Naval Academy experience and the profound life-long connection with fellow Naval Academy and sister service academy graduates is priceless. Use that connection to fullest advantage. iSABRD is the answer. Go to www.usna.com and become part of the network. J/ 53

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Bigger and better, but probably not as much fun. The summer of 1941 was a fun time for the Class of 1944.1 recall four-day cruises between replenishment and laundry visits to USNA, galley duty, flag bags.

Eastern Shore liberty, and frequent grounding requiring all hands over the side to push the vessel off the sand bar.

Perhaps you could describe the new YPs and how they are utilized in a fiiture issue of Shipmate.

Tom Cooper '44

Leyte Gulf Revisited

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It should be noted that PENNSYLVANIA had a target acquisition problem and didn't fire a shot. One of the other battleships, when the column counter-marched, turned the wrong way and masked the fire of other battleships for a considerable time.

The statement, "The American forces made no serious mistakes," is questionable in view of the "friendly fire" that put II 6-inch shells on the destroyer GRANT from two U.S. cruisers.

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ne of the experiences not recorded in my recent article, "The Panama Canal Zone: A Unique Place to Grow Up" {Shipmate, April 2001) concerned ground observation of a giant Navy dirigible (Akron or Macon). Buih in the early 1930s in Akron, OH, diese 785foot-by-100-foot rigid airships flew over many parts of the United States and one or both of them came to the Canal Zone.

I can distinctly remember watching the mid-air laimch and recovery of a Curtis F9C Sparrow Hawk from the airship about 2,000 feet overhead. It was an awesome sight for a 10-year-oId. I am wondering if any other Shipmate readers remember seeing the Akron or Macon (or the German-built Los Angeles) during their rather short life spans in the 1930s. Even more remarkable would be anyone having actual service experience in or related to any of those airships. In addition to Akron, OH, major ground facilities were built at Lakehurst, NJ, and Moffitt Field, CA. I assume the "Mail Boat" would accept replies to this inquiry or you may communicate directly via email (bill_metzger@sil.org) or regular mail to: I.W Metzger, 140 Boulder Creek Drive, DeSoto, TX 75115.

Bill "Ike" Metzger '47

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esterday was the 59th anniversary of the Batde of Midway, the victory that turned the war against Japan. Forty-one ancient U.S.

torpedo planes from the carriers YORKTOWN, HORNET, and ENTERPRISE

pressed their attack against the four Japanese carriers causing their fighters to concentrate on a low-level defense of their ships. This allowed the American dive bombers under command of Lieutenant Commander Wade McCIusky, USN, to attack with minimum opposition and thus destroy all the carriers.

In the three torpedo squadrons, seven of the pilots were USNA grads, including two of the three squadron commanders. Commander John C. Waldron '24 and Lieutenant Commander Eugene E. Lindsey '27.

The others were: Lieutenant Arthur V. Ely '35, Lieutenant Patrick H. Hart '37, Lieutenant Raymond A. Moore '37, Lieutenant Paul J. Riley '37, and Lieutenant Junior Grade Curtis W. Howard '38. None of them survived the attack.

With one pilot and one radioman/gunner in each torpedo plane, 82 people participated, 82 people flew in the torpedo attack. Sixty-eight were lost and eight officers and six enlisted survived.

R. Jon Lauer '45

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Great Whales Sea of Cortez & Baja California March 9 - March 16. 2002

Once in a lifetime.

••• See a sky full of stars without city lights distracting from their glow ••• Touch the barnacled back of the largest mammal ever as mother and bab^ grey whales swim slowly past ••• Delight in the active play of sea lions ••• Peerover the bow of a ship to watch dolphins ride the bow wake, dipping and gliding in delight ••• Watch mother whales and their calves swimming lazi|y through Magdalene Bay ••• Snorkel with fish^ou have seen only in aauariums ••• Ka^ak in water so calm_you can watch the fish schools -f Stroll through the cardon cactus-filled landscape of the Baja Penninsula ••• Explore a restored mission and learn the history of Spanish Catholic missionaries in the area -•-

...or once again •¥ Visit LaPaz, Islas Espiritu Santo and Partida. Puerto Escondido, Puerto lopez Mateos. Isla del Carmen, loreto -f ••• Optional program extensions to the Copper Canyon aboard the SOUTH ORIENT EXPRESS 4•• MV Wilderness Adventurer, specificaljy designed for soft adventure cruising, with comfortable cabins, a relaxing lounge and wide sun deck, perfect for whale watching ••

Details are available in the online brochure at www.usna.com Contact Bobbi Collins at Alumni House for more information, 410-263-4448 ext. 139, bobbi.coliins@usna.com Or call Gohagan & Company' at 1-800-922-3088 to sign up for the Great Whales cruise Shipmate, July-August 2001

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Lengyel Named 35th Corbett Award Winner

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ack Lengyel, Director of Athletics at the U.S. Naval Academy and president of NACDA in 1989-90, has been chosen by the officers and executive committee of NACDA to be the recipient of the 35th James J. Corbett Memorial Award.

The award is presented annually to the collegiate athletics administrator who "through the years has most typified Corbett's devotion to intercollegiate athletics and worked unceasingly for its betterment." Corbett, athletics director at Louisiana State University, was NACDA's first president in 1965.

The award is considered the highest honor one can achieve for collegiate athletics administration. Additionally, Lengyel will receive an honorary degree from the Sports Management Institute (SMI), an educational institute sponsored by the universities of Michigan, North Carohna, Notre Dame, South Carolina, Southern Cahfomia and Texas, and NACDA. Lengyel was selected as the 27th athletic director at the Naval Academy in 1988 and was the first non-Naval Academy graduate named to the post. During his tenure, the Academy has won more than 60% of all of its athletics contests and more than 70% of their contests versus rival Army in the last four years.

In addition to the on-field success of Navy athletics, Lengyel has overseen tremendous facility improvements. These include completion of the $30 million Alumni Hall, which houses men's and women's basketball; the Rear Admiral Thomas Hamilton Locker Room complex at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, with the Football Walk of Fame; the Zachary Fisher Rowing Center, renovations to Hubbard Hall; and improvements to the Naval Academy Golf Course facilities and watering system. Other upgrades have included the $8 million Armel-Leftwich Visitors Center; opening of the Admiral Fitzgerald Baseball Clubhouse at Bishop Stadium and the $9 million renovation and addition to Ricketts Hall. Most recently, the $4.2 million Glenn Warner Soccer Facility was completed.

Prior to joining the Academy, Lengyel served as the director of athletics at the University of Missouri (1986-88) and Fresno State (1984-86). He was an associate director of athletics at Missouri (198184) and Louisville (1974-78) after working as the director of commercial sales for Gamble Brothers.

Prior to his administrative appointments, Lengyel coached multiple sports, including football, lacrosse, swimming, track, baseball and wrestling. He was the head football coach at the College of Wooster for four years, prior to rebuilding the Marshall University football program. In 1971, he served as Marshall's first head coach after the team and many of its staff and administrators were killed in a plane crash the previous year.

A leader in athletics, Lengyel serves as chair of NACDA's Preseason Football Games Committee. Additionally, he is on the Association's Continuing Education, Finance-Management, Strategic and Long Range Planning, Inter-Association Liaison, and Site Selection committees. He is also a past president of the Division I-A Athletics Directors Association, serves on the board of directors and executive committee of the National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame (NFF) and has been a part of the United States Sports Academy's Board of Visitors and Trustees.

Lengyel has been honored with the NACDA/NIT Athletics Directors Award (1999) and received the Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Akron (1998). Additionally, he was the NFF's Outstanding Contribution to Amateur Football honoree in 1997 and was inducted into the University of Akron and Akron/Summit County Sports halls of fame in 1991 and 1990 respectively.

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Lengyel earned his bachelor of science degree from Akron in 1957 and his master's in education from Kent State University in 1963. He was awarded an honorary doctorate by the United States Sports Academy in 1999.

On receiving word of this award, Lengyel said, "Being the recipient of the James J. Corbett Memorial Award is the highest honor one can receive in our chosen profession as directors of athletics. I humbly accept this award on behalf of all my mentors, assistant directors of athletics, administrative assistants, staff, and student-athletes that I've had the privilege of working with throughout my career. I also want to thank my wife, Sandy, and my children, David, JuUe, and Peter, for their support during the long hours and days away from them as a coach and director of athletics. Nothing is more certain than change.

However, nothing is also more certain than the fact that the critical elements of success are the loyalty, dedication, and commitment of those you serve. And for that I say thank you and share this award with all of you."

2001 Navy Sports Season-ln-Review 2000-01 Athletic Achievements Overall Record 227 Wins, 164 Losses, 4 Ties Winning Percentage .580 Army/Navy Competition 25-11 (.694) 16-6 (.727) in N-Star Competitions All-Americas (8) MIDN 2/C David Bachta—Second Team/Rifle MIDN 1/C George Adams—Honorable Mention/Rifle MIDN 3/C James Kauber—Honorable Mention/Rifle MIDN 2/C Mark Conley—Wrestling MIDN 1/C Sean Foster—Second Team/Water Polo MIDN 3/C Nick Hill—Honorable MentionAVater Polo MIDN 1/C Adam Borcz—Second Team/Lacrosse MIDN 2/C Travis Weber—Intercollegiate Sailing Academic All-Americas (2) MIDN 1/C Andrew Sause—First TeamAVater Polo MIDN 2/C Barry Shaw—Second Team/Water Polo Conference Athlete of the Year Awards (3) MIDN 1/C Ben Wilson—Sprint Football MVP MIDN 1/C Sean Foster—Southern Division MVP in Water Polo MIDN 4/C Dave Pittard—ECAC Rookie of the Year in Lacrosse Coach of the Year Awards (2) Mike Schofield —Water Polo Southern Division Coach of the Year Carla Criste —Women's Track Patriot League Coach of the Year Conference Championships (5) Water Polo—Southern Division/Eastern Region Women's Indoor Track—Patriot League Rifle—MAC Baseball—Patriot League-Regular Season Golf—Patriot League

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NAVY ATHLETICSV ^ 2 0 0 0 - 0 1 Y e a r in R e v i e w Men's Cross Country (3-0, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Al Cantello Officer Representative: LT Jeff Leuenberger, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Daniel Masterson Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Justin Mikolay Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: None Women's Cross Country (6-0, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Karen Boyle Officer Representative: CDR Laureen Mahoney, USN Faculty Representative: Associate Prof. Angela Moran Team Captain: MIDN I/C Amy Baxter Major Team Honors: Named AU-Academic Team by carrying a team GPA over 3.0 Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Melissa Foon took 75th place at the 2000 NCAA Women's Cross Country Championship. Foon also earned all-academic honors.

Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C Amy Baxter, MIDN 1/C Melissa Foon, MIDN I/C Sandra Smith.

Football (1-10, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Charlie Weatherbie Officer Representatives: CAPT Chris Wode, USN, Col Robert Blose, USMC Faculty Representative: Prof. Chris Kinter Team Captains: MIDN 1/C Brad Wmisatt, MIDN 1/C Brian Broadwater Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Chris Lepore was selected for the Hula Bowl and Gridiron Classic All-Star games: MIDN 1/C Hoot Stahl was selected for the Blue/Gray AU-Star Game; MIDN 1/C Chris Lepore and MIDN 1/C Brian Williams were named All-East.

Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C Davede Alexander, MIDN 1/C Brian Bourgeois, MIDN 1/C Brian Broadwater, MIDN 1/C Daryl Hill, MIDN 1/C Rashad Jones, MIDN 1/C Chris Lepore, MIDN I/C Mike McGee, MJDN 1/C Hoot Stahl, MIDN 1/C Brad Wimsatt.

Sprint Football (3-3) Head Coach: Maj Austin Renforth, USMC Officer Representative: LT John Leskovich, USN Faculty Representative: Capt Chris Morton, USMC Team Captains: MIDN 1/C Jeff Hilley, MIDN 1/C James O'Malley Jr. Athlete of the Year: MIDN 1/C Ben Wilson named league MVP Three or four year letter winnersifour year participants: MIDN 1/C David Drake, MIDN 1/C David Hartman, MIDN 1/C Jeff Hilley, MIDN 1/C John Kingsbury, MIDN 1/C Paul Meyer, MIDN 1/C James O'Malley, MIDN 1/C Arnold Selvidge, MIDN 1/C Ben Wilson.

Men's Soccer (9-6-1) Head Coach: Dn Greg Myers Officer Representative: CAPT Bob Parsons, USN Faculty Representative: Dr. Reza Malek-Madani Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Michael Paisant Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Michael Paisant and MIDN 2/C Brian Steckroth were selected to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America Adidas All-South Atlantic Team and were named First-Team All-Patriot League. MIDN 2/C Brye Gerhardt and MIDN 3/C Dan Neverosky were named Second-Team All-Patriot League; MIDN 2/C Brian Steckroth went 663 minutes without allowing a goal (spanning eight games) which ranks 11th all-time in NCAA history for consecutive minutes without allowing a goal.

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Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C Loren Morgan, MIDN 1/C Michael Paisant, MIDN 1/C Jake Roberts.

Women's Soccer (10-9-2, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Carin Gabarra Officer Representative: Capt Ian Facey, USMC Faculty Representative: Eloise Malone Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Sarah Wilson Major Individual Honors: MIDN 2/C Justine Fisher named First-Team All-Patriot League, National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-Mid-Atlantic Second Team, First-Team Soccer Buzz All-MidAtlantic Region; MIDN 1/C Margaret Ewers named First-Team All-Patriot League, National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-Mid-Atlantic Third Team, Third-Team Soccer Buzz All-MidAtiantic Region; MIDN 1/C Sarah Wilson became Navy's all-time career leader in shutouts (20.3) and goals against average (1.04).

Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C Margaret Ewers, MIDN 1/C Julie Faulkner, MIDN 1/C Sarah Wilson Women's Volleyball (12-17, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Mike Schwob Officer Representative: LCDR Wendy Fewster, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Chuck Hanna Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Megan O'Connell Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C Megan O'Connell Water Polo (24-12) Head Coach: Mike Schofield Officer Representative: Maj Scott Davids, USMC Faculty Representative: Prof. Judith Harrison Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Sean Foster Ail-Americans: MIDN 1/C Sean Foster (Second Team), MIDN 3/C Nick Hill (Hon. Mention) Academic All-Americans: MIDN 1/C Andrew Sause (First Team), MIDN 2/C Barry Shaw (Second Team) Athlete of the Year: MIDN 1/C Sean Foster was named Southern Division Player of the Year and was named MVP of the Eastern Tournament Coach of the Year: Mike Schofield named Southern Division Coach of the Year Conference Championship Won the Southern Division Championship and the Eastern Championship Major Team Honors: Qualified for the NCAA Final Four in Malibu, CA, by defeating St. Francis (NY) in sudden-death overtime, 13-12.

Lost to eventual NCAA Champion UCLA, 12-5, in the semi-finals Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Sean Foster and MIDN 3/C Nick Hill were selected to the NCAA All-Tournament team; MIDN 2/C Brendan Naeve named to the Southern Division First-Team, while MIDN 4/C Joe Donahue and MIDN 3/C Nick Hill were named to the second team; MIDN 3/C Nick Hill selected to the Eastern AllTournament team along with MIDN 1/C Sean Foster MIDN 4/C Joe Donahue, MIDN 3/C Adrian Rawn and MIDN 1/C Andrew Sause named second-team all-tournament. MIDN 1/C Andrew Sause awarded an NCAA Post-Graduate Scholarship by the NCAA. MIDN 1/C Andrew Sause, MIDN 2/C Barry Shaw and MIDN 4/C Adam Tisdall named to the American Water Polo Coaches Association AllAcademic Team.

Three or four year letter winnersi four year participants: MIDN 1/C Sean Foster, MIDN 1/C Andrew Sause, MIDN 1/C Sean Stanowski Wrestling (7-7, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Bruce Burnett Officer Representative: Maj Dan Pantaleo, USMC Faculty Representative: Prof. Daryl Boden 57

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Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C Dominic Ewers, MIDN 1/C Jason Homestead, MIDN 1/C Mark Newman, MIDN 1/C Tom Storer.

M e n ' s Swimming & Diving (7-5, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Lee Lawrence Head Diving Coach: Joe Suriano Officer Representative: Capt Phil Dalby, USN Facidty Representative: Sam Nelson Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Clint Cornell Conference Champion: MIDN 1/C Clint Cornell EISL Champion in die 50 and 100 freestyle Major Individual Honor: MIDN 4/C Thatcher Carr advanced to the NCAA Diving Championship Three or four year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN 1/C CUnt Cornell, MIDN 1/C Brian Litchfield, MIDN 1/C Edward Oliver, MIDN 1/C Jon Schiffelbein.

Women's Swimming & Diving (6-5, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Dick Purdy Head Diving Coach: Joe Suriano Officer Representative: CAPT Rick Rubel, USN Faculty Representative: Dr. Maria Schroeder Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Erin Emery Conference Champions: MIDN 1/C Erin Emery Patriot League Champion in tiie 200 and 500 yard freestyle; MIDN 2/C Melissa Hawley Patriot League Champion in the 200 butterfly and 200 individual medley; MIDN 1/C Erin Emery, MIDN 2/C Melissa Hawley, MIDN 3/C Katie Costello and MIDN 4/C AUison Moon Patriot League Champions in the 800 freestyle relay; MIDN 2/C MeUssa Hawley ECAC Champion in the 200 individual medley.

Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Erin Emery and MIDN 2/C Melissa Hawley named All-Patriot League; MIDN 2/C Melissa Hawley named to the Patriot League All-Decade Team; MIDN 2/C Melissa Hawley named to the All-ECAC Team.

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Women's Indoor Track (9-2, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Carla Criste Ojficer Representative: CDR Carol Ellis, USN Faculty Representative: Professor Angela Moran Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Marcia Flack Coach of the Year: Carla Criste (Patriot League) Conference Championship Patriot League Champions Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Ashley Augostini, MIDN 1/C Jocelyn Butcher, MIDN 1/C Marcia Flack.

Squash (17-7) Head Coach: Craig Dawson Officer Representative: LT Rob Patrick, USN Faculty Representative: Mark Harper Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Clint Lawler Major Team Honors: Finished 12th at the NISRA Championship Major Individual Honors: MIDN 2/C Andy McCann finished the season ranked in the top 40 of the national individual rankings; MIDN 1/C Clint Lawler and MIDN 1/C Andrew Crawford named NISRA Scholar-Athletes.

Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Brian Ko, MIDN 1/C Clint Lawler, MIDN 1/C James Peace.

Rifle (9-1, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Bill Kelley Officer Representative: LT Elizabeth Hanson, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Shannon French Team Captain: MIDN 1/C George Adams Ail-Americans: MIDN 2/C David Bachta (Second Team); MIDN 3/C James Kauber (Honorable Mention); MIDN 1/C George Adams (Honorable Mention) Conference Champion: MAC Champions Major Team Honors: Smallbore team of MIDN 2/C Bill Tolson. MIDN 1/C George Adams, MIDN 2/C David Bachta and MIDN 1/C Scott Cohick took eighth at the 2001 NCAA Rifle Championship.

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NAVY A T H L E T I C S Major Individual Honors: MIDN 2/C Bill Tolson finished 15th at the NCAA Championship in individual smallbore. MIDN 4/C Marta Jung competed at the Junior Olympics and has been selected to compete in the World Military Shooting Championship in July.

Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C George Adams, MIDN 1/C David Cohick, MIDN 1/C Tran Lam. Men's Basketball (19-12, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Don DeVoe Officer Representative: CAPT Bruce Bole, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Roger Little Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Robert Reeder Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Chris Williams was named FirstTeam All-Patriot League, National: Association of Basketball Coaches District 4 Second Team, participated in the Portsmouth Invitational NBA camp, became the first player in Navy history and the second in Patriot League history to have scored 1,400 points, grab 500 rebounds and come up with 200 steals in a career; Robert Reeder and Michael Cunningham named Verizon District II Academic All-America.

Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Michael Cunningham, MIDN 1/C Robert Reeder, MIDN 1/C Reggie Skipworth, MIDN 1/C Chris Williams, MIDN 1/C John Williams.

Women's BasketbaU (10-18, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Joe Sanchez Officer Representative: CDR Ray Putt, USN Facidty Representative: Dr. Jane Good Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Jennifer Bombinski Major Individual Honors: MIDN 4/C Courtney Davidson named to the Patriot League All-Rookie Team and named Second-Team AllPatriot League; MIDN 4/C Made Shimoda named to the Patriot League All-Rookie Team.

Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Jennifer Bombinski.

Men's Gymnastics (4-5) Head Coach: Sho Fukushima Officer Representative: LT Jody Williams, USN Faculty Representative: CAPT Glenn Gottschalk, USN Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Tripp Glasgow Major Team Honors: Placed second at the USA Collegiate Championship Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Tripp Glasgow won the ECAC Championship on the parallel bars, while MIDN 2/C Dan Finnegan and MIDN 3/C Joe Brading tied for fourth in the all-around; MIDN 4/C Drew Barker, MIDN 3/C Joe Brading, MIDN 2/C Dan Finnegan, MIDN 1/C Tripp Glasgow, MIDN 2/C Andy Helchinger, and MIDN 2/C Nick Willet all qualified for the NCAA Chamionship.

Baseball (21-25-1) Head Coach: Steve Whitmyer Officer Representative: LCDR Jeff Hunt, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Mark Campbell Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Scott Vane Conference Championship: Patriot League Regular-Season CoChampions Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Nick Sylvester, MIDN 1/C Willie Gury and MIDN 3/C Matt Foster named First-Team All-Patriot League; MIDN 1/C Brad Deafenbaugh and MIDN 2/C John Cocca named Second- Team All-Patriot League Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Brad Deafenbaugh, MIDN I/C Nick Sylvester, MIDN 1/C Scott Vane.

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Golf (1-0, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Pat Owen Officer Representative: CDR Brian Burlingame, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Ed Koubek Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Kirk Glocker Conference Champions: Patriot League Champions Major Team Honors: Won the Towson Invitational and the Patriot League Championship; earned automatic bid to 2001 NCAA Golf Championship Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Kirk Glockner, MIDN 2/C Drew Craig, MIDN 3/C Nick Rogers and MIDN 4/C Billy Huriey earned All-Patriot League honors.

Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Kirk Glockner.

Men's Outdoor Track (7-0, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Steve Cooksey Officer Representative: CAPT Lawrence Kiselica, USN Faculty Representative: Associate Prof. Ken Tuttle Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Jonathan Hayes Major Individual Honor: MIDN 4/C Nathaniel Michael won the discus at the Heptagonal Championship Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Martin Anders, MIDN 1/C Jonathan Hayes, MIDN 1/C Robert Schwenzer, MIDN 1/C Jay Tanjuan, MIDN 1/C Ahren Thornton.

Women's Outdoor Track (9-2, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Carla Criste Officer Representative: CAPT Dale Mitchell, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Angela Moran Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Jocelyn Butcher Major Individual Honor: MIDN 1/C Marcia Flack won the 400-meter hurdles at the Heptagonal Championship Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Kristy Yarbrough Lacrosse (8-5, Won N-Star) Head Coach: Richie Meade Officer Representative: CAPT Rick Stevens, USN Faculty Representative: CAPT Owen Thorp, USN Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Mike Sheedy All-Americans: MIDN 1/C Adam Borcz Athlete of the Year: MIDN 4/C Dave Pittard ECAC Rookie of the Year Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Adam Borcz First-Team AllECAC; MIDN 1/C Justin Hawkins and MIDN 2/C Eddie McKinnon Second-Team All-ECAC; MIDN 2/C Marshall Croft Academic AllECAC; MIDN 1/C Adam Borcz invited to tryout for the Worid Team; MIDN 1/C Adam Borcz drafted in the first round of the Major League Lacrosse draft by Baltimore Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Adam Borcz, MIDN 1/C Justin Hawkins, MIDN 1/C Grey Pfarr, MIDN 1/C Brendan Power, MIDN 1/C Michael Sheedy.

Men's Tennis (18-11) Head Coach: John Officer Officer Representative: LT Mike Boone, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Doug Brattebo Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Ben Salomon Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Ben Salomon named All-Patriot League in singles and won the Patriot League Fall Individual Tournament title; MIDN 3/C Cameron Lickle named All-Patriot League in singles; MIDN 3/C Cameron Lickle and MIDN 3/C Chris McGrath named All-Patriot League in doubles competition.

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Heavyweight Crew (0-1) Head Coach: Rick Clothier Officer Representative: CDR Jim Schofield, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Charles Cochran Team Captain: MIDN I/C Tonu Mets Major Individual Honors: MIDN 1/C Tim Strabbing was Brigade Commander and ranked No. 1 in the Class of 2001 Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Tonu Mets, MIDN 1/C Tim Strabbing.

Lightweight Crew Head Coach: Dale Hurley Officer Representative: LCDR Eric Twite, USN Faculty Representative: Prof. Priscilla Zotti Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Shaun Hayes Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C Joe Darcy, MIDN 1/C Andreas Gerbert, MIDN I/C Shaun Hayes, MIDN 1/C Mark Payne, MIDN 1/C James Santiago, MIDN 1/C John Young, MIDN 1/C Matt Zarracina.

The U.S. contingent totaled 50 points in the 15-team, 16-race regatta. Finland won the championship with 33 points, followed by Italy in second place with 43.3 points and then the United States. The Americans finished ahead of teams representing countries such as Canada (fourth place), France (fifth place) and Spain (seventh place).

The U.S. team consisted of Academy graduates LT David Fagen '94, LT Robert "Fitz" Gentry '94, LT Sean Fujimoto '95, and CAPT Doug Keiler '79. All four were members of the Navy sailing team when they were Midshipmen. Fagen was a three-time AU-American from 1992-94 and helped lead Navy to a national sailing championship as a senior.

Brad Deafenbaugh: From Pitcher to Doctor

s a child. Brad Deafenbaugh had three dreams. Attending the Naval Academy, playing baseball at the Naval Academy and becoming a doctor. He has aheady accomplished two of those dreams and is on his way to completing the third and final dream.

Last month, Deafenbaugh graduatedfromthe Academy with a degree in oceanography. He also capped a successful, four-year career on the baseball diamond, being named Second Team All-Patriot League and Women's Crew helping the Mids win the Patriot League regular season tide.

Head Coach: Mike Hughes Now, Deafenbaugh is about to make his third and final dream come Officer Representative: LT Melissa Gerace, USN true by heading off to medical school at the Medical College of Faculty Representative: Prof. John Turner Richmond in Virginia, which is affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Beth Dixon University. He earned a Health Profession Scholarship and the Navy All-Mid Atlantic Region: MIDN 1/C Sarah Woodman and MIDN 3/C will pay for his education the next four years.

Anne Gibbon named to the first-team; MIDN 3/C EUsabeth Stauffer "Going to medical school is something I have always wanted to named to the second-team do," Deafenbaugh said. "Growing up, biology and science really All-Mid Atlantic Region Scholar-Athlete: MIDN 1/C Sarah Woodman interested me. We would go out fishing and then I would dissect all Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN 1/C the fish we caught." It is easy to see why Brad is interested in medicine Jean Dietz, MIDN 1/C Dana Kaegel, MIDN 1/C Sarah Woodman. as his father, CAPT Martin Deafenbaugh, USN, is an orthopedic surgeon and Brigade Medical Officer at the Naval Academy. Martin Intercollegiate Sailing spent 12 years working at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Virginia Head Coach: Pat Healy before moving to Annapolis last year. While Martin has always been Ojficer Representative: CDR Edward Carroll, USN there to help Brad when it came to advice about medicine, he never Faculty Representative: Prof. Paul Miller steered his son into a potential medical career "I really wanted to see Team Captain: MIDN 1/C David Fassel him go into medicine," said Martin, who graduated from the Naval Major Individual Honors: MIDN 3/C Emily duPont, MIDN 4/C Lydia Academy in 1973. "However, it was more important to present a clear Pearson, MIDN 3/C Lindsay Bartel and MIDN 3/C Kate Clemens perspective of all his options." advanced to the Intercollegiate Women's National Championship Last summer, Deafenbaugh did a one-month internship at Bethesda where they finished 15th; MIDN 2/C Travis Weber, MIDN 2/C Emmy Naval Hospital and spent a week in different areas including internal Spencer, MIDN 1/C Parker Garrett and MIDN 1/C Dave Fassel won medicine, surgery, opthomology, and psychiatry. As for whatfieldhe the Timme Angsten Memorial Regatta; MIDN 1/C Travis Weber decides to pursue, he is still unsure. named All-American "Right now, I am leaning toward surgery but once I get to school, Three or four year letter winnerslfour year participants: MIDN I/C maybe I will like orthopedics because that is what I've had the most David Fassel, MIDN 1/C Leete Garrett. exposure to," Brad said.

Martin beams when talking of Brad's choice to follow his dad's Ofl'shore Sailing path to success.

Head Coach: Brad Dellenbaugh "I could not be prouder," Martin said. "It is the greatest compliment Officer Representative: CDR Chris Legg, USN a son can give his father."

Faculty Representative: Prof. Rodney Tomlinson Team Captain: Peter Firenze Marcia Flack:ATrue Leader Three year letter winners/four year participants: MIDN I/C Brian arcia Flack graduated from the United States Naval Academy Solomon. on 25 May, marking the end of a four-year challenge for someone that loves to be challenged.

Alums Lead U.S. Sailing Team In her four years at Navy, Flack has grown from a small-town girl in aval Academy intercollegiate head coach Pat Healy and four Northeast Ohio who had never even heard of the Naval Academy, to a Academy graduates helped lead the United States to a third- commissioned second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. place showing at the recent World Military Sailing Championship.

"I have developed in so many ways in my four years here," said Held at the Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt in Victoria, British Flack. "I have really grown a lot. Going to school here is a unique Columbia, competitors sailed on the Canadian-designed MARTIN 242 opportunity and I tried to get everything out of it that I could." sloop, a 24-foot sailboat designed for inshore cruising and racing.

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"I received a form letter from coach Criste and I was going to throw it out, because that is what I was doing with all the form letters," said Flack. "One of my teachers, Mr. Kapastasy, saw the letter in my hand and asked me about it. When I told him it was from the Naval Academy, he told me that the Naval Academy was a wonderful opportunity and I should look into it. I owe a lot to my high school track coaches."

The irony was that Flack had actually considered enlisting in the Marine Corps, because she was drawn to the challenge of the military.

"My brother was in the Marine Corps and I was considering enlisting," said Flack. "I had no idea I could go to a school like the Naval Academy, get a degree, and graduate to officer status. It was an opportunity I couldn't pass up."

One of Flack's biggest thrills at the Academy was being named indoor team captain her senior year. Flack and her best friend, Jocelyn Butcher, who was the outdoor captain this past spring, had a vision of what they wanted the track team to become and being named captain allowed those thoughts to become reality.

"Jocelyn and I always used to talk about what we would do to make things better," said Flack. "When we first came to the Academy the track team wasn't that close. Everyone had their little group of friends and it didn't seem that we were much of a team. Our goal was to bring everyone closer and be more of a team."

"Marcia is probably the best captain we have had since I have been here," said Criste. "She instilled an incredible sense of team unity and she made things fun. She was very enjoyable to have around."

Rack's biggest achievement individually came in her senior year when she won the outdoor 400-meter hurdles at the prestigious Heptagonal Track & Field Championship in Princeton, NJ. She became the second-straight Navy runner to win the event, as Joanna Helm won it last year.

"I never expected to win the Heps," said Flack. "It was a great feeling to win, especially since Joanna won it last year."

Upon graduation. Flack was assigned to the track office for two months before reporting to Quantico on 23 July for six months of training. "She will be a great leader for the Marine Corps," said Criste.

"She has the unique personality that is able to deal with all types of individuals and personalities. Nothing she does will surprise me."

'95, LT Sean Burke '97, and LTJG Dan Duhan '98 were all members of the gold-medal winning team. Coaching the men's team was Naval Academy women's coach Mike Schwob.

By leading the All-Navy team to victory in Hawaii, Schwob will now coach a team of players combined from each of the American military services to the World Military Games, to be held this summer in Rome. Fassari and Holcomb were both named to the All-Armed Forces team and were also selected from the All-Navy squad to compete in Rome.

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Conley Wrestling in Europe avy wrestler Mark Conley recently competed in the 2001 European Wrestling Tour sponsored by the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA). The team comprises underclass wrestlers that achieved All-America status at the NCAA Championship. Buffalo assistant coach Sean Gibbs will lead the 16man squad, while Buffalo head coach Jim Beichner will assist Gibbs.

The 13-day trip began in Sophia, Bulgaria, on 30 May where the wrestlers competed and trained before travelling to Plovdiv for training and a competition. From Plovdiv, the tour went to Varna on the Black Sea before wrapping up with a competition in Paris, France, on 8 June.

"I think the trip served two purposes for Mark," Navy assistant coach Joel Sharratt said, who was a member of the 1993 All-America Tour sponsored by the NWCA that traveled to Italy. "It will help Mark become a more diverse person which will help him academically.

The trip will also help Mark from a wrestling standpoint because it will show him that he is capable of wrestling with anybody all over the world.

"As a program, we are really excited for Mark because it gives our kids the same opportunities to be successful that other top wrestling schools provide. It exposes them to world competitions and the highest levels of wrestling."

Unseeded at the 2001 NCAA Championship, Conley wrestled his way to a fifth-place finish in the 141-pound weight class to earn AllAmerica honors, the highest finish for a Navy wrestler since 1994 when Dan Hicks placed fifth in the heavyweight division. Conley captured the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association Championship in the 141-pound weight class with an overtime victory against Lehigh's Matt Goldstein.

Conley's 34 wins is the eighth most in a single season at Navy, while his 41 matches he competed in ties him for ninth all-time. Conley has won more than 30 matches the last two seasons and has compiled an 81-30 career record.

Also on the team is Illinois's John Lockhart, the 2001 NCAA Champion in the heavyweight division. Joining Conley from the EIWA is Mario Stuart and Chris Vitale from Lehigh and Rick Springman and Michael Faust from Pennsylvania.

Alums Coach All-Navy Volleyball he Naval Academy was well represented in terms of both players and coaches on the All-Navy men's and women's volleyball teams that recendy competed in the United States Armed Forces Games in Honolulu, HI. The women's team, which won a silver medal, had Academy graduates LT Nikki (St. Clair) Fox '97, Ensigns Katie Blueming '99, Sonja Hanson '99, and Jenny Kindred '98. In addition. Academy graduate CAPT Gina Foltz '96 was a member of the All-Marine volleyball team that competed in Hawaii. At the end of the tournament, Fox and Blueming were selected to the All-Armed Forces Team.

The men's team posted a 5-1 record in winning the gold medal in Hawaii. Academy graduates CDR Ross Holcomb '84, LT Chris Fassari

Borcz First-Round Draft Pick ormer Navy lacrosse standout Adam Borcz '01 was selected in thefirstround with the third overall pick by the Baltimore Bayhawks in the recent Major League Lacrosse collegiate draft. Defender Ryan MoUett of Princeton was drafted first by Rochester, while goalie Trevor Tiemey of Princeton was drafted second by New Jersey.

"It has been a lifelong dream to play a professional sport and being a lacrosse player I never thought it would happen," said Borcz. "The timing of this new league couldn't be more perfect for me. The fact that Baltimore drafted me is really exciting, being a local guy and going to high school in Baltimore (Calvert Hall). After taking a quick look at our roster, I think we have a chance to be pretty good."

Borcz will miss the first two weeks of the season as he will be participating in the North-South All-Star game this weekend and will

Attention Navy Baseball Alumni ll former Navy baseball players interested in joining a Navy alumni group should contact Todd Benke '98 via email at navybaseball@hotmail.com or by calling 757-464-1949.

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Borcz was a Second-Team All-America selection for the Mids this spring and garnered First-Team All-ECAC honors. His season-best 32 goals this spring rank 13th on the Navy single-season goals scored hst and he is the first Midshipmen to produce 30-plus goals in more than a decade. With a four-goal effort against arch rival Army in the final game of his career, the two-time First-Team All-ECAC midfielder moved into a tie with Rich Wehman (1980-83) for fifth on the Navy all-time career goals scored chart with 95. Meanwhile, he leaves the Academy as its 17th-leading scorer with 112 points.

Borcz, a four year starter and winner of four N-Stars, received the Naval Academy Athletic Association Sword for Men during Commissioning Weekâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;an award presented to that man of the graduating class who is considered by the Association's Athletic Council to have personally excelled in men's athletics during his years of varsity competition.

"I am really not surprised that he was drafted that high," said Navy head lacrosse coach Richie Meade. "Coaches in the league feel like he is one of three or four college players who could come in and contribute right away. He will be very well suited to the professional game, because it will be a transition game with man-to-man defense and a two-point shot."

Also in action on Saturday was Navy's lightweight varsity eight boat. The Mids began the day by placing second in its trial heat with a time of 5:57.59, seven-tenths of a second behind Dartmouth and nine-tenths of a second ahead of third-place Harvard. Navy then finished in fifth place in the grand final with atimeof 5:51.50. Navy's time was less than three seconds out of a second-place finish.

"It was a great day for the lightweights," said Navy lightweight head coach Dale Hurley. "In the final, we had the lead from about the 500-meter mark until 1,200 meters when Harvard came up and took the lead from us. Dartmouth and Yale pushed past us a short time later and then Georgetown nipped us at the finish for fourth place.

"I couldn't be prouder of the way we raced today. We are losing an important group of seniors, but I feel we can find a way to be faster next season."

Prizes & Awards

Secretary of the Navy Distinguished Midshipmen Graduates: kJ Andrew Crawford-Squash, Justin Mikolay-Cross Country/Track, Andrew Sause-Water Polo, Sandra Smith-Cross Country/Track, Tim Strabbing-Heavyweight Crew, John Young-Lightweight Crew Letters of Commendation: Clint Cornell-Swimming, Justin Mikolay-Cross Country/Track, Jeff St. George-Soccer, Tim StrabbingCrew, Brad Wimsatt-Football Scholarships to Civilian Universities: Shaun Hayes-Lightweight Crew, Justin Mikolay-Cross Country/Track, Andrew Sause-Water Polo, Crew Completes Season Tim Strabbing-Heavyweight Crew, John Young-Lightweight Crew avy's heavyweight crew team concluded competition at the Voluntary Graduate Education Program: Andrew CrawfordIntercollegiate Rowing Association National Championship, Squash, Clint Lawler-Squash, Justin Mikolay-Cross Country/Track held on the Cooper River in Camden, NJ. Surface Warfare Scholar Master's Degree Program at the Naval The Midshipmen won a trio of races on the final day of the three- Postgraduate School: Julia Lillis-Sailing day regatta. The varsity four without coxswain won the third-level Trident Scholars: John Young-Lightweight Crew final with a time of 6:44.51, the varsity eight won the fourth-level Midshipmen Selected For Graduate Education Programs: Dan final in a time of 5:49.53, and the novice four with coxswain crossed Falkner-Baseball, Brian Litchfield-Men's Swimming, Brad Wimsattthe finish line in a third-level final winning time of 6:57.91.

Football, Andrew Crawford-Squash Even though the varsity eight team was competing in the fourthLeadership and Professional Awards: Brad Wimsatt-Football. Justin level final, its time was the tenth fastest of all boats in its class on the Mikolay-Cross Country/Track, Sandra Smith-Cross Country/Track, day. Navy's time was faster than five boats who raced in the third- Andrew Sause-Water Polo, Tim Strabbing-Heavyweight Crew, Garrett level final, faster than two boats in the petite final and faster than one Gerland-Offshore Sailing, Amy Jones-Swimming, Amy Baxter-Cross boat in the grand final.

Country/Track, David Fassel-Sailing "It seemed like our varsity eight team was snakebit on ourfirsttwo Academic Award Winners: Andrew Sause-Water Polo, Sarah days here," said Navy heavyweight head coach Rick Clothier. "On Woodman-Women's Crew, Brian Litchfield-Men's Swimming, John Thursday we got tangled up in a buoy and ended up last in the race, Young-Lightweight Crew then on Friday we were leading the race after a great start and the Individual Athletic Awards: Scott Vane-Baseball, Anthony Amodeofield gets called back by the officials due to a problem with another Heavyweight Crew, Matt Zarracina-Lightweight Crew, Brian crew. After the new start our boat had a problem at 300 meters that Broadwater-Football, John Kingsbury-Sprint Football, Billy Hurieycaused us to stop, but by then it was too late to call the race and we Golf, Tripp Glasgow-Gymnastics, Brian Steckroth and Justin again finished at the back of the pack.

Fishburn- Soccer, Andrew McCann-Squash, Clint Cornell"Today was a true indicator of what this team was capable of Swimming, Ben Salomon-Tennis, Jon Hayes-Cross Country/Track, accomplishing. Our time was considerably faster than that of a number Jason Homestead-Wrestling, Mike Sheedy-Lacrosse, Jennifer of boats which had given us trouble during the season. We had been Bombinski-Basketball, Megan O'Connell-Volleyball, Sean Fostercoming along since the Eastern Sprints (three weeks ago) and we Water Polo, Sandra Smith-Cross Country/Track, Erin were able to put it together our best row of the year in our last row of Emery-Swimming the year.

Special Awards: Tim Strabbing-Heavyweight Crew Navy's varsity pair, novice eight and open four with coxswain teams Major Award Wwners: Borcz, Baxter, Strabbing, Bombinski, and Sause all had strong showings on Friday to advance to petite finals on Saturday. The varsity pair boat placed third on Saturday with a time of 7:27.36, the novice eight finished in fourth place with a time of 6:06.16, and the open four team had a time of 7:13.81 to place sixth in its petite final.

Rounding out Navy's day on the Cooper River was the second varsity eight, which placed third in the third-level final with a time of 6:04.53, and the varsity four with coxswain, which finished in sixth place in the third-level final with a time of 7:09.22.

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Adam Borcz won the NAAA Sword for Men, which is presented to that man of the graduating class who is considered by the Association's Athletic Council to have personally excelled in men's athletics during his years of varsity competition. Borcz was a four year letterwinner in lacrosse and won four N-Stars. He started every game but one in his career and leaves the Academy as the school's 15th-leading scorer in history. Borcz, who was an Honorable Mention All-America in 2000, is expected to receive All-America honors when the NCAA releases its All-America team at the Final Four.

Borcz is the 16th different lacrosse player to receive the award, which was established in 1893, and the third in the past eight years, as Mickey Jarboe won the award last year and Jamie Slough in 1994.

Amy Baxter (Cheshire, CT) won the Vice Admiral Lawrence Sword for Women, which is presented to that woman of the graduating class who is considered by the Association's Athletic Council to have personally excelled in women's athletics during her years of varsity competition. Baxter won 11 varsity letters in her career (three in cross country, four in indoor track and four in outdoor track), including eight N-Stars. She was the 2000 team captain in cross country and helped lead the Mids to a fifth-place finish at the NCAA Regional Championship. Baxter was also a four-time Patriot League champion in the indoor mile, two-time Heps champion in the indoor mile, a member of the school record-holding 4x800 meter relay team for both indoor and outdoor. Patriot League and Heptagonal Champion in the outdoor 1,500 meters. Patriot League Champion in the outdoor 3,000 meters, ECAC Champion in the 3,000 meter steeplechase and a member of the Patriot League All-Decade Team.

Baxter is the fifth different track runner to receive the award, which was estabhshed in 1980, and just the third track/cross country runner, joining Kerry O'Neill (1993) and Carol Womack (1989). Chantelle Nagbe of the track team won the award last year.

Tim Strabbing was awarded the Thompson Trophy Cup, which is presented to that midshipman, male or female, which has done the most during the year to promote athletics at the Naval Academy.

Strabbing was a three-year letter winner for the varsity crew and helped lead Navy's varsity eight to a tenth-place finish in the National Championship in 2000 and the second varsity eight to a ninth-place finish in the National Championship in 1999. Strabbing also excelled off the water, as he was the Brigade Commander in the fall of 2000 and was ranked No. 1 in the Class of 2001, which takes into account academic and professional courses (65%), physical education and athletic performance (10%) and professional competency review, exams, mihtary performance and conduct (25%). Strabbing was also awarded a Marshall Scholarship to Oxford University.

Andrew Sause was awarded the men's Coaches' Calvert Award, which is presented to a man in the graduating class who has persevered the most in his career. Sause was a non-recruited walk-on to the water polo team, who eventually became a starter as a junior and senior. As a junior, Sause led the team in scoring, as the Mids compiled a 19-13 record. As a senior, he led the team in assists and was third in scoring, as the Mids advanced to the NCAA Final Four and posted a 24-12 record. He was named Second-Team All-East and was at his best in the Eastern Championship, scoring 11 goals and handing out eight assists in three games, including the game-winning assist in sudden death of the championship game that propelled the Mids to the Final Four. Sause was also named to the 2001 Verizon Academic AllAmerica First-Team and is graduating third in his class. He will attend graduate school at either MIT, Cambridge or Stanford.

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Sause is only the second water polo to win the award, which was started in 1973. Jeffrey Tomlin won the Calvert in 1989.

Jennifer Bombinski was awarded the women's Coaches' Calvert Award, which is presented to a woman in the graduating class who persevered the most in her career. Bombinski was a four-year letter winner for the women's basketball team, starting 62 games in her career. She was the team captain her senior year and was named the top defensive player on the team for three-straight seasons. Bombinski leaves the Academy with 745 career points, 443 career rebounds, 105 career steals (10th in school history), 85 three-pointers (fourth in school history), and three N-Stars.

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avy will kick off the season 31 August, when the Mids play host to LaSalle on the opening day of the Navy Classic at the new Glenn Warner Soccer Facility. Navy will face a slate of tough nonconference games which includes a 16 September match against Indiana at the Soccerfest Tournament hosted by Butler in Indianapolis.

Hoosier head coach Jerry Yeagley, the second winningest Division I men's soccer coach in NCAA history, enters his 29th season in Bloomington, IN, and has compiled a 494-90-37 (.856) record.

Yeagley's teams have won five national championships, been to 13 Final Fours, and captured nine Big Ten Championships. The Hoosiers return nine starters including its top two scorers, All-Americans Pat Noonan (II goals, 6 assists, 28 points) and Ryan Mack (7 goals, 12 assists, 26 points), to a team that finished 16-7 in 2000.

The Mids will also face stiff challenges in Annapolis from Big East foe Georgetown and Colonial Athletic Association champion, William & Mary. Georgetown scored a 2-0 decision over the Mids last season in Washington, D.C, however Navy holds a 7-1 advantage in the all-time series. The Tribe scored three wins over teams ranked in the top 15 last year, including a 4-0 win over 12th-ranked James Madison in the CAA Tournament championship game.

Navy will face the defending Patriot League champion Lehigh on 27 October in Bethlehem, PA. The Mountain Hawks scored a narrow 2-1 overtime victory against the Mids last season. The Patriot League Tournament is slated for 10-11 Nov. but could be pushed back a week, depending on whether the NCAA expands the tournament bracket.

Date Opponent Aug 31 LaSalle Sep 2 ELON Sep 8 Mt. St. Mary's Sep 9 Consolation/Champ.

Butler Sep 14 Indiana Sep 16 Sep 21 Fordham Hartwick Sep 23 American Sep 26 Holy Cross Sep 29 Lafayette Oct 6 Delaware Oct 10 Colgate Oct 13 ARMY Oct 19 Georgetown Oct 23 Lehigh Oct 27 BUCKNELL Nov 3 William & Mary Nov 9 Nov 10-111 Patriot League Tourn.

NCAATourn., 1st Round Nov 21

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53-year marriage to Marian Katharine Leighton, daughter of the late RADM Frank Thomson Leighton '09, USN, and Roy Ohler Leighton. Their children: Walter Leighton Whipple, Ph.D., Roy Trent Craibe, and Margaret Randolph Oda, are married and living in California. Marian passed away unexpectedly on 25 October 1992, from a deep venous clot. Walter was buried next to Marian in the cemetery in Altaville, CA, on 26 May. Walter and Marian also have five surviving grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. Walter married Imogene (Fluno) Smith on 27 November 1993.

Imogene lives in Murphys, CA. More sad news was received from Walter "Worth" L i n a w e a v e r on the death of his mother, Catherine Breathed (Bridges) Linaweaver, widow of Walter " H a p p y " Ellsworth Linaweaver.

Catherine Breathed (Bridges) Linaweaver, known by all as Kibby, died in San Diego on 3 June 2001 (on the 75th anniversary of her wedding) at 96 years and 23 days . She was the oldest member of her family ever, having outlived her grandmother, Priscilla Williams (Breathed) Bridges, who died at 94 years (1842-1936). Kibby was born on 11 May 1905 at home in Hancock, MD, the only child of Mary Ellzey (Thompson) Bridges and John William Breathed Bridges.

Kibby was six months old when her father died of pneumonia at thirty-nine years old.

She and her mother, "Deewee," received a small income from family funds and lived in a succession of apartments in Hancock.

Many relatives served as an extended family including Kibby's 18firstcousins. Grandmother Bridges funded four years of boarding high school at Saint Hilda's Hall in Charles Town, WV, where Kibby showed great skill as an artist, earning a scholarship to the prestigious Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore.

She married Walter "Happy" Ellsworth Linaweaver, also from Hancock, on his graduation day from the United States Naval Academy in June 1926. During his 30

years of Navy service, she moved 37 times and raised two children, becoming an expert on moving, packing, unpacking, and settling homes. "Home is where the heart is." Her favorite navy duty assignment was China, the summer of 1939 to forced evacuation in the fall of 1940 when wives and children were ordered back to the State Department.

Duty stations in Hawaii and Puerto Rico were also favorite adventures. She always loved traveling both with Navy life and after Happy's retirement and teaching career in La Mesa, CA. Important elements of her life were her strong Christian faith; reading, poetry, Robert Browning; her career as an artist which funded trips to Europe and the Middle East. She was an accomplished and skilled cook; hostess for innumerable parties, enjoying friends and relatives. She kept records, photographs, and scrapbooks detailing her adventurous life.

Her career as an artist started at Saint Hilda's Hall and was interrupted by marriage and child rearing. However, she made her own Christmas cards with her carved wood blocks. She returned to watercolor painting during their "China Days." After the children were mature, she gained great skill with watercolors, studying with many notable artists including Robert Wood. She was elected to Watercolor West.

She is survived by her daughter, Ann Smith of El Cajon, her son. Dr. Walter E. "Worth" Linaweaver Jn of Riverside, CA; five grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. Her husband died in 1989, 85 years old.

An important element of Kibby's long life is summarized in one other favorite poems, Ulysses, by Alfred Tennyson.

Pat Stroop '69 sends in a final reminder that the Class of 1926 will celebrate its 75th Reunion on Friday, 7 September at the Naval Academy. The schedule for the Reunion begins with an informal gathering at Dahlgren Hall between 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held at the Chapel from 2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m., followed by a parade by

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Sad news was received from CDR David Trent Leighton '46, USNR (Ret.), reporting on the passing of his brother-in-law, RADM Walter Jones Whipple.

RADM Walter Jones Whipple, USN (Ret.), age 95, recipient of the Navy Silver Star for acts of heroism in naval battles in the Pacific in World War II, passed away on 7 May from respiratory failure while recovering from an attack of pneumonia. He is survived by his three children from his 66

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the Brigade of Midshipmen at 4 p.m. A reception in honor of the Class of 1926 will be held at the Officers' and Faculty Club from 5 p.m.7 p.m. A block of seats has been set aside for those who wish to attend the Navy-Georgia Tech football game on Saturday, kickoff at noon. Letters with all the details and reservation f o r m s w e r e m a i l e d out in M a y to all known descendants of the men of the Class of 1926. If you have not received one of the letters and are interested in attending this event, please contact Ward LeHardy, 804-4368904, or Pat Stroop '69, 410-268-4919, for further information.

Marjorie R. Shane, widow of Louis S h a n e Jr., died on 25 April 2001. She had been a resident of Scarborough, ME, for the past several years. Marjorie was bom on 29 January 1905 in Winthrop, ME, daughter of Clarence and Mabel (Marshall) Rowell. She was educated in the Winthrop schools graduating in 1923.

She attended Colby College, but left in her third year to marry ENS Louis Shane Jr. on 3 June 1926, the day of his graduation from the United States Naval Academy.

Marjorie met Louis when he accompanied his roommate, C h a r l i e W h i t i n g , home to Winthrop to spend September leave. Following their wedding in Annapolis, Marjorie accompanied her husband to his various duty assignments throughout the United States.

Their first child, Janet, was bom in Honolulu, HI, in 1931 while Louis was assigned to the submarine S-25. Their sons, Louis and John, were b o m in Annapolis and San Diego. In April 1941 Louis was ordered to command SH.ARK (SS-174), then stationed at Cavite in the Philippines.

Marjorie retumed to Winthrop in 1941 and remained there to raise her three children when SHARK was lost in the South Pacific in Febmary 1942, while on her second war patrol.

In I960, Marjorie was invited to sponsor and participate in the launching of the nuclear powered submarine. SHARK at Newport News, VA. Marjorie enjoyed gardening, bridge, literary club, long walks, and riding in the countryside.

Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Janet S. Heyer of Scarborough; two sons, Louis P. Shane of Scarborough and John R. Shane of Wayland, MA; six grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. She was a faithful member of

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the Winthrop United Methodist Church. Her ashes will be interred at Glenside Cemetery in Winthrop.

The accompanying picture of Marjorie and Louis was taken in 1927 in San Diego where Louis was assigned to the destroyer MOODY.

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Other phone conversations with Wet Hines' very impressive son, Spencer Hines, a Yale graduate and a retired Navy commander. He has two master's degrees and has spent part of the years since his Navy retirement as a college professor. He has his father's brain and charm. His address is 347 Alimalia Loop, Kailua, HI 96734-1852; 808-254-8160.

It's such a pleasure to keep up with the families of Classmates and wives!

And that brings us to a very welcome letter from J o h n n y K i n e r t ' s lovely widow, Dolly, now Mrs. Jack M. Siegel. Dolly reports that she and her husband. Jack, are both well, although he has had retinal problems.

J a c k Lee is not doing well, according to his wife, Marcia. He has had a stroke and heart attack, has fallen several times and has recently been hospitalized. Marcia is discouraged, but very loyal and caring.

Belatedly we report that Lot Ensey's widow, Kate, died from pneumonia on 24 April at the Arlington Hospital. There were no services.

And finally, the San Diego Union Tribune has just published an update on Bill Lowery's aerial rescue of then-Marine Lieutenant Walter Osipoff, 60 years ago. In case you don't remember, Osipoff's chute became entangled astern of a DC2 while making a practice jump near San Diego. Bill took off in an SOC, flew underneath Osipoff, cut the shrouds and safely pulled Osipoff into his plane. For this action Bill was awarded the Distinquished Hying Cross.

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Pres: RADM William O. Snead, USN (Ret.) Secy: CAPT John A. Moreno, USN (Ret.) 1214 Fifth Street, Coronado, CA 92118 h: 619-435-3732 I had a very nice phone chat with Class President Bill Snead, in catching up with news of East Coast Classmates, he regretted the fact that since the death of J i m m y H o w a r d we no longer have a Class treasurer. I did remind him that the U S N A A l u m n i Association now handles our funds, which currently amount to approximately $10,000.

CAPT Richard Hay This photo shows C A P T R i c h a r d H a y wearing a shirt his daughter made for his 92nd birthday. The retirement home, where he resides, throws a big birthday party once a month for anyone there who has a birthday.

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Bill Stuart died last March after a long illness. Janet and her family had the services at the Chapel and the Columbarium. It was an appropriate ending for Bill, whose love for the Navy was similar to his lifetime love affair with Janet. Their marriage of 67 years was happy and productive. Janet likes to tell how BiL, when he was on active duty as a young pilot, would fly over their Norfolk house as a signal for Janet to drive over and pick him up. It was interesting to read in a Quarter Thirty-Two what Bill said was his greatest achievement: He was with the Fleet on the East Coast in the sununer of 1934; he talked the CinC, U.S. Fleet into a 30-day leave and raced home to Bluefield, WV, to claim Miss Janet Young, his childhood sweetheart, as his bride.

The Naval Academy won the Collegiate Pistol Championship last March at the Shooting Grounds in Atlanta. Fierce competition from Ohio State and West Point made the Navy Team battle prevail. The team's combined score was 6,333 (Trident, 6 April 2001).

In the use of missiles, more reliance is being placed on Global Positioning System to enable missiles to hit target locations, rather than radar signatures (as in the case of HARM).

The JSOW Glide Missile and Joint Direct Attack guided bomb are good examples.

Rapid Virtual Prototyping and a leading edge Visual Integration Facility are being employed to develop the Advanced Gun System for the new DO 21 land attack destroyer. The 155mm gun will fire munitions accurately from up to 100 miles.

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Pres: CAPT Will I. BuU, USN (Ret.) 1725 Oak Lane, McLean, VA 22101 h: 703-538-5981 Secy: Bob Gamble 8311 River Crescent Dr., AnnapoUs, MD 21401 h: 410-266-8775

Otto Scherini Betty Scherini Francis is rightfully proud of her father. Otto Scherini. She sent me his handsome picture and you will note that he is well on his way to becoming the most outstanding Classmate we have. I know that some others in the Class of '32 may want to compete with Otto; but for me, no thanks. Otto can have all the gold medals he wants. (He won eight at the South Florida games this year.) I'm glad I can just sit up and write the column each month. Last year when Otto had something go wrong, I thought he was slowing down like the rest of us. No way! He is still out there showing the young guys how to do it! Betty says that her brother, CAPT Ralph Scherini '76, is now on duty at the Academy. He will take care of supplies for those 4,000 Mids now studying today's curriculum. One final detail.

Otto is red hot at horseshoes! He astounded the crowd by getting a perfect score: 30 points in 30 throws! Otto, isn't there some way we can put you on the road and take bets!

Bill Stuart I had another communication from George Gayton, the young author writing the book about WALKER (DD-5I7) and its' valiant captain, P.D. Quirk. He feels his book will be published this year. One of the pictures he sent me was an excellent shot of P.D., which you see here. Gayton emphasizes the high regard that men on WALKER had for P.D. He said, "The men all agree his cool head and knowledge saved the ship on several occasions... most notably from a Kamikaze attack (missed by 20 feet and a sub attack we avoided several torpedoes).

You may remember that P.D. relieved Harry Townsend as skipper of WALKER in 1944; I think P.D. and his destroyer provided much of the action in the forthcoming book. Our Golden Anniversary Book says, "Our beloved red-head passed away in 1981 in the Veterans Hospital in Tampa."

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The four captains A good way to fill the column this month is with a group of pictures from those happy days when it seemed that life would go on forever.

The first picture (on the left) shows seven Classmates: Owen Fang, Lou Kirn, TXit Tattle, Dutch Close, Hap Asman. and Henry DeLong. They are all retired and busy with civilian pursuits.

The second picture (above top) is best entitled "The Four Captains," Moe Archer, Sam Moncure, Jim Collett, and Rex Little. They were all on active duty.

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leave it off this ship when the sister ship had one," he mused. He decided to look further.

He remembered the location of the shop in relation to its adjacent compartment. By pacing off distances, he figured out where it ought to be. Then by boring a hole in a compartment wall, he was able to look into the space where he figured the machine shop should be. Sure enough, when he peered through the hole, he saw the lathes, drill presses and milling machines all in place. Everything had been installed and then the steel compartment wall was erected without a door!

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Pres: ADM Thomas H. Moorer, USN (Ret.) Corr. Secy: CAPT James M. Elliott, USN (Ret.) 6251 Old Dominion Dr #373, McLean, VA 22101 h: 703-237-6639; e: Jimmea2@aol.com San Diego Correspondent; Mrs. R.S. Riddell 4037 Alameda Drive, San Diego, CA 92103 h: 619-295-9091

Class of 1932 at Ginger Coveâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Annapolis. 1998 The third picture (previous page bottom) comes from our 50th Reunion. It shows Rosie and Boots Smith, and Page and Si Perkins.

The picture on the top of this page, taken back in "53 is interesting because it's just 21 years after graduation.

The photo below it shows how women outhve the men. It shows Ginger Cove three years ago. Today four Classmates are gone; Prince, Stuart, Miller, and Collett.

Modoc and Louise Sunderland and family All of you World War II warriors have many exciting sea stories to tell those of us who didn't get into the shooting action. Tonight I heard from Modoc Sunderland a sea story worth writing about. His cruiser, QUINCY, was busily engaged in shelling the beach at Normandy, wherever the Army needed help. But then, surprise, the lights went out! Everyone called for Modoc, the chief engineer, to rush down and fix things. Modoc had gone to MIT to become a really knowledgeable engineer, but when he arrived in the engine room, this one engine had stoppedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;no cooling water.

This called all the smart men in the black gang into conference; finally, an old chief came up with an answer. "Sometime ago, during all the excitement, a barrage balloon was shot down. My guess is that the balloon somehow got sucked up into our water intake."

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Sure enough, the chief had it right. The ship was ordered up to an English yard and the balloon was extracted so the water could again be brought in to cool the engines.

While this may be the only known instance of a cmiser being put out of action by a balloon, it seemed to me that the 67-year-old incident was worthy of repeating in our news hungry column.

W^ile we're on the subject of Modoc, a few other details of his life might be interesting.

He helped take FDR to the Yalta Conference; he skippered a boat in a Bermuda Race; after duty in Cairo as Naval Attache, he decided to do the Columbus thing and sail to America; he retired from duty as Naval Attache in Rio via A r g e n t i n a ; went to the A n d e s , L a k e Titicaca, Cuzo; and settled in Maryland. He bought and sold 19 farms; he trailed to Alaska and back; then to Panama and back; went around the world in an Air Force tanker; on another global trip he did the trans-Siberian RR; finally, he traveled extensively in China, India, Australia and the U.S. and Canada.

Modoc and Louise, now at Ginger Cove, must be feeling really tied down!

At Rotary Club I was talking to a newly retired Professor from the Academy. He related two stories to me.

One day, many years ago, a ship on her shakedown cruise was conducting target practice for new five-inch anti-aircraft guns. The pilot in the plane pulling the target sleeve was really upset when the first shells burst some 50 feet in front of him. He got on the radio and sent this message to the ship: "Get with it! 1 am towing the target, not pushing it!"

An experienced officer had been transfcrtcd from one of the new carriers to its sister ship.

He was upset one day when he couldn't find the machine shop. "It's funny that they would

This was received from Earnest Campbell: My Classmates, and perhaps others, will be interested in a mini-Class reunion that Champ Blouin, Sid Wade, and I had aboard MOUNT MCKINLEY (AGC-7) in the middle of

the Mediterranean about 43 years ago. It was in late spring or early summer of 1958 and I was then operations officer on the staff of RADM Cavenagh, Commander, Amphibious Group Two, normally at the Amphibious Base, Little Creek, in Norfolk. About noon on an otherwise calm and peaceful day, RADM Cavenagh received orders to be at the airfield, Norfolk Naval Base, with staff and seabags at 4 p.m., ready to proceed by air to the Sixth Fleet for a deployment of indefinite duration. I remember the day well because I did not have time to go home in Virginia Beach to get my gear. So Renee persuaded our wonderful next door neighbors to drive her, with a full seabag for me, to the Norfolk Naval Base to see me off.

After a long flight to the Mediterranean, we boarded our designated flagship. MOUNT McKtNLEY whose commanding officer, it turned out, was our good friend and Classmate, Francis J. Blovin. I immediately knew we were in good hands and so informed my boss, RADM Cavenagh. To make things even better, a couple of days later our great Classmate Sid Wade reported on board as the commanding general of the Marine Corps Fleet Expeditionary Force with whom we went to work. Our job was to plan for an amphibious landing at some date not yet known at a landing site not yet designated.

So we steamed around the Mediterranean for about three months, waiting for "the next shoe to drop."

The landing site turned out to be in Lebanon, but by then Commander Amphibious Group Four, RADM Yeager, had relieved ComPhib Group Two, who had to be back in Norfolk. Shortly thereafter came the landing in the Beirut area, with outstanding performances by RADM Yeager and staff, by

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ficer. Champ Blouin, and by Sid Wade and his Marines. In the meantime. Champ Blouin, Sid Wade, and I had a wonderful, prolonged reunion.

.A mini-Class reunion aboard MOUNT McKmÂŁY A generous donation to the Class of 1933 fund has been received from Florence S. Erck, widow of our Classmate CAPT Leo Erck, USNR (Ret.) in honor of his memory. Thank you so much, Florence, your gift is very much appreciated.

A recent letter from our Classmate, Ralph Styles, reports that he is still enjoying playing a few holes of golf every week with members of his golf club of which he is the oldest but far from the least active member. He forwards the enclosed picture of himself and his OAO, Marr Maxfield Breed, along with Jane and Walt Small '38. Ralph's letters are always interesting and it is hoped that other Classmates will follow his example and report their doings for submission to Shipmate for pubhcation.

Jane SmaU, OAO, Walt Small, and Ralph Styles John Gamon's daughter, Helen Mae Dewey, reports that he passed away peacefully in his sleep on 20 May. His death resulted from natural causes after a short stay in the hospital. He will be interred in the Fort Rosecrans cemetery in San Diego at a date in October to be announced later.

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From Ed Lee: Five members of '34 reported aboard NEW ORLEANS at the New York Navy Yard in Brooklyn on 1 July 1934: Tex Baird, Jim Bentley, Jack Bromley, Eel Dutton, and Ed Lee. The ship had just returned from its shakedown cruise in Northern European waters, and we all expected we would be calling New York our home for several months while the discrepancies were corrected at the Navy Yard. Instead, the very 70

next day we received orders to proceed to the Panama Canal area to join up with and escort (I believe) HOUSTON which was carrying President Roosevelt on a cruise to Hawaii. Promptly a swarm of reporters from the press corps came aboard and filled up the JO Bunk Room with us.

We sailed on 4 July, met HOUSTON and proceeded through the Panama Canal, then to the Cocos Islands where we "laid to" for a couple days while the President did some deep-sea fishing. This was repeated at another island whose name I do not remember. One afternoon during this time the dirigible Akron appeared out of the blue, hovered almost over HOUSTON, then dropped several bags of mail in the water for the President, which were promptly picked up by a small boat from HOUSTON. Real air mail!

We finally proceeded to Hawaii for a few days stay and then retumed to San Francisco where the President left us. After a couple days in San Francisco we came back through the Canal to New York where we spent the next six months getting repaired and ready for the sea trials for acceptance of the new ship. We got well acquainted with New York, especially the German-American Rathskeller which sold huge pitchers of delicious beer. AH in all, it seemed like a very fine way to start a Navy career.

As a matter of interest, among the officers on NEW ORLEANS were Tom Moorer '33, and a senior Commander "Black Jack" Reeves.

None of us three was yet a qualified aviator, but each would be when we were to meet again. The next time our paths would cross was 1944 aboard ENTERPRISE. Reeves had made rear admiral and was ComCarDiv Four. I was operations officer on his staff.

Tom was in command of one of the squadrons attached to ENTERPRISEâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;^I believe it was the fighters flying F4Fs. Reeves did not get further sea assignments, possibly as a result of the collision of the two battleships in his task group, one of which was trying to conduct night refueling but took the wrong way out of the formation.

The next time I served with Tom was in the Okinawa area in 1956.1 was chief of staff to RADM Bob Dixon (famous for his cryptic report, "Saw sub. Sank same") who was Commander Taiwan Patrol Force. Our flagship was SALISBURY SOUND commanded by

CAPT Thomas Moorer. During this time one of our planes from VQ-1 happened to wander a little off course to the west over Red Chinese territory and mysteriously disappeared. No trace was ever found of the plane or the crew. They were not as fortunate as the crew which landed on Hainan and were retumed to the States this past spring.

We were sorry to lose Chaplain John H. Craven on 10 April. Memorial services held at Fort Myer Memorial Chapel on 9 May were well attended by members and widows of '34 and by numerous friends of his from chaplains in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard, particularly those associated with the Marine Corps, in which he served the greater part of his career, going ashore with the Marines in such places as Iwo Jima, where "uncommon valor was a common virtue." After his retirement as captain ( C h C ) he c o n t i n u e d his

ministry at Vinson Hall, assisted by his second wife, Vema Hyde Craven. Both Vema and he were active participants in the ' 3 4 monthly luncheons in the WTB&A area.

We were distressed to leam of the death on 20 May of Betty Rockwell Lowe, and send our condolences to Jigger Lowe. She had been undergoing treatment for cancer at their Sea Island home.

In the ' 3 4 c o l u m n of the M a y issue of Shipmate, it w a s i n c o r r e c t l y stated that Virginia and Phil Torrey had three children.

There were only two: a daughter, Virginia Torrey Smith, at the present time of San Diego; and a son, Phil, now a retired Marine colonel in Arlington, VA. Also, their stepfather, Gordon Campbell, was not a doctor.

Hart Kait training future Olympians Hart Kait sent in the following letter: I had bener get a few words in our Class column before time catches up with me. I marked my 92nd birthday this past 24 April, but refrain from saying celebrated because I still deeply feel the loss of Dolly, my loving spKJUse of 64 happy years. I am residing alone in the same Santa Barbara house and finding time to make many home-improvements that DoUy would have enjoyed having done except that her long illness was better served with peace and quiet.

After getting my master's at Duke, we settled in this town and found lots of enjoyable things to keep us busy. I retired ft'om teaching for pay after about 20 years, but still do volunteer tutoring in my smdy. For the past 35 years I have been a "YMCA volunteer instmcting a fencing class three days a week. I have been involved with the sport for over 75 years. As a Midshipman, I spent my Christmas vacations in New York and won the Intercollegiate Invitational Foils Championship. I was saddened to read that Dick Steere '31 had recently died. He was a great fencer and even competed at age 88.

On the Middy cruises and in the fleet, I always carried my bag of weapons and enjoyed fencing in Denmark, Spain, and other ports.

My students here at the Y range from 8 to 48 years of age. I am enclosing a photo of my youngest protege, Aidan Terry, displaying his perfect zest and form.

I am glad to read that Roy Smith is recovering and, after many years as Class secretary, keeping the Class news flowing with the help of Ann. It was always nice to see his name at the top of our '34 column instead of the present evaporative "Send news directly to..."

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If any Classmates or shipmates pass through Santa Barbara, please stop by for refreshment, even free room and board, and give me a call at 805-687-7278; 877 La Milpita Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.

M. Theresa Newman, widow of Arthur L. Newman, died from a short illness on 18 February 2001. Theresa and her Florestano family were lifetime Annapolitans. She is survived by her sister Lola Dawson, daughter. Bunny Palka, and by three grand children and one great-grandchild. Theresa attended many of the Class of '34 luncheons on Arthur's behalf.

Dale E. Newman '46, Arthur's brother, noted the startling coincidence that Theresa's death on 18 February 2001, was exactly 59 years to the day, that Arthur lost his life from the two ships tragedy on the stomiy southern coast of Newfoundland on 18 Febmary 1942.

May they now rest in peace together.

A piece of memorabilia from Midshipman days and football: Dave Miller had a bum knee, and Doc Snyder, trainer-resident of Misery Hall, had constructed a knee brace for him.

After a scrimmage during a game at Thompson Stadium, everybody got up except Dave, and there was a hushed silence over the crowd, broken by a shout from Dave: "Hey, Doc. Bring a wrench!"

From Ed Lee: Right now I just wanted to let you know that I have located another Classmate in the San Francisco area; C.J. Walters (cwalt95454@aol.com). He was president of Menlo College here in Menlo Park, CA, when I last saw him at least 15 to 20 years ago. He lost his wife a couple years ago and is hving alone in his old home, but has a daughter living in the vicinity who helps him cope when needed. He looks great and is in good health except that he has lost the sight in his right eye, but is still able to qualify for a drivers hcense. We were both attending a briefing on the new "Tricare For Life" at Moffett Field this moming. After the briefing as we were standing around, someone tapped me on the shoulder and asked if I was in the Class of 1934. It was Walters. We had a nice chat and exchanged email addresses.

I told him I was going to relay this information to you.

This is one of the few times Fid Murray has thought of Moffett Field since Fleet Week in San Francisco in 1936, when Jack Shafer '31 heard through his girlfriend at Califomia Berkeley that Stanford was offering, as its contribution to Fleet Week, a five-day course in lubricants. He was a turret officer, and I a junior turtet officer, and he invited me to go along in his car. We got TAD orders to attend, and drove from Long Beach to Moffett Field while MARYLAND went to San Francisco by sea. We stayed at the BOQ, and attended the course at Palo Alto, which ran from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday and Thursday. All the evenings were spent night-lifing in San Francisco with his girlfriend and a date she got for me.

We had aftemoons to rest up for the sleep we did without later. In fact, we leamed more about lubricants in San Francisco than in Palo Alto.

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Incidentally, Jack and I tried to sign up for a flight on the Akron, but were refused because the flight in which she was lost was overnight and they didn't have accommodations for us.

Bob Leeman has moved into a retirement home. His new address is CAPT Robert W. Leeman, USN (Ret.), 278AFredericka Parkway, Chula Vista, CA 91910-1861; 619-425-8513.

Ann and Roy Smith hosted a Class luncheon at Paul's Restaurant, Riva Road at South River in Annapolis on the occasion of our 67th graduation anniversary on 31 May. Present and still kicking were Ann and Roy, Betty and Bill Keller, Grayson Merrill, Lester Stone, John Cawley Green, Fid Murtay, our honoraiy member, Es Miller, Lil Dickey, Dorothy Buse, Marge Christensen, Jane Condon, Trish Hill, and late arrivals Isabelle Fleck and Dorothy Bunevich.

The next luncheon will be at Belle Haven Country Club in Alexandria on 21 June.

John Cawley Green reports having attended a well received talk at the Cosmos Club given

by Constance Hoffman Phelps, daughter of Lois and George Hoffman. The subject, which was also covered by two other speakers, was "On the Trail of the Ships and Men Who Never Made it to Shore on D-day." One such was CoRRY, commanded by George, a third generation naval officer. CORRY was on a frontline fire-support station at Normandy, and was sunk by a mine after shore battery damage.

She was replaced by a second destroyer, GLENNON, which was also sunk, then by a third, JEFFERS, Fid Murray in command.

CORRY and GLENNON had apparently expended all the German mines, so all JEFFERS had to contend with was the shore battery, which promptly straddled her, whereupon JEFFERS was ordered "Get out of there!" An

order she was quick to obey.

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Pres. Emeritus: CAPT Jefferson D. Parker, USN (Ret.) V.P., and acting Pres.: CAPT Rodney J. Badger, USN (Ret.) Sec'y/Treas: CAPT Jesse B. Gay Jr., USN (Ret.) Corr. Secy: RADM Ed Keats, USN (Ret.) 3704 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21218 h: 410-235-3803; f: 410-243-1960 e: edkeats@aol.com Helping the Boy Scouts After the neighbor who looked after Bob McLaughlin during his final illness advised the Class of Bob's longtime support of a Boy Scout troop, the Class made a donation to the troop in memory of Bob. The troop responded with a "thank you" card signed by 29 Scouts.

It contained a note (most likely from the scoutmaster) that reads: To the United States Naval Academy Class of '35: Troop 506, La Jolla, CA, thanks you for your generous contribution in the name of your Classmate, CAPT Robert B. McLaughlin. CAPT McLaughlin enthusiastically supported a number of our scouts from the time they were in Cub Scouts. He helped with the Pinewood Derby and taught the Scouts how to safely use woodworking tools for their many projects. He was a supporter of the Boy Scout movement for many, many years. Your contribution will be used to purchase wood for the construction of a garage to house our trailer that tows our equipment to events. Thank you very much!

The members of Troop 506.

More on Plebe Summer (1) This photo of a burdened Plebe comes from a documentary cassette of our years at USNA created back in 1980 by Frank Wheeler. He, upon request, lifted it off from a single frame. It shows a member of the Class believed to be Jim Wolfe during his final moments on a hot Maryland summer day before donning his first Navy uniform.

2001 Color Girl. Stephany Krauz. with Sally Harral, the 1934 Color Girl

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Jim Wolfe during his last moments in civilian clothes on his first day of Plebe Summer 1931

(2) An encore to the item in the June column regarding "you shave every morning whether you need to or not" comes from Frederic W. "Bill" Kinsley. He writes describing an occurrence during Plebe summer: 71

At a meal formation a Second Classman said to me, "Get a haircut. Mister!" I replied that I had gotten a haircut that moming. The Second Classman was irate. He let me know that when he gave an order he expected it to be carried out. So, "Aye, Aye Sir." That was the only time that I have had two haircuts on the same day.

Bill Samuels. Helen Metcalf. Ralph Metcalf, and Frank Wheeler Get-togethers The Washington area group met for lunch at the A r m y - N a v y Country Club on 2 May. Present were Chet Briggs, Slade Cutter, Jesse G a y , Ed Keats, Wy Packard, Jeff Parker, and Tip Tipton. Jeff entertained the group with the details of his inability to attend the college of his choice because of the prevailing low price for cotton in Texas in 1929, his two years at a junior college near his home, and his taking a competitive exam given by his Congressman and winning an appointment to the Academy in 1931.

On 6 June the group met again. Present were Clagg Claggett, Jesse Gay, Ed Keats, Wy Packard, and Tip Tipton.

The photo above shows the four who attended the 17 April luncheon of the Northem California group. On their 17 May meeting Bud Gruner, Helen and Ralph Metcalf, Pat and Bill Samuels, and Frank Wheeler were there.

Entering Their Tenth Decade John Bottoms becomes 90 on 7 July, Tom Gillmer joins him in the select assemblage on 17 July, and Bob Prickett comes along on 22 July. In August only Brad Bennett celebrates that significant birthday, his being on 29 August. The Class congratulates them all.

A Very S e n i o r D e n t i s t A t t e n d s To A Classmate A member of the Class has followed with pride the Naval Reserve career of the highly capable dentist who takes care of his teeth, watching him rise through the ranks of commander and captain. Now, in the aftermath of the once every three years selection to rear admiral in the Dental Corps of the Naval Reserve, his dentist has become RADM Lewis S. Libby, DC, USNR. Although forced by long standing custom to be an administrator when serving on his annual active duty ADM Libby remains Lewis S. Libby, DDS, a dentist with a thriving practice, for most of the year. Our Classmate suspects that perhaps no one on active duty ever had his teeth looked after by a rear admiral and, quite possibly, few other retired officers have had the privilege he enjoys.

Sad News Bill Germershausen died on 30 May.

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One Girl Still Remembers The Corresponding Secretary frequently receives requests from various people for addresses of members of the Class and when they appear to be in good faith he routinely complies. An email received in late April said, "I am a friend of an elder whose one time beau was Harlan Austin of the Class of 1935. She recently expressed interest in finding him.

Thank you for any assistance." In providing the address of Cy (Marshall Harlan) Austin a request was made for a report. Here is a portion of an email that enclosed this note from Esther Wickett who gives her age as 88: We were friends during 1932-34. It was unbelievable that it turned out that he lived only 13 miles from me. I visited him and we had a nice chat down memory lane.

The Class may well be envious of Cy who apparently leaves long lasting remembrances.

A Ship Visits Her Sponsor Our Classmate, George Philip, commanded the destroyer. Twice, operating off Okinawa on 16 June 1945 when a Japanese kamikaze hit her. The force of the blow ignited the ship's magazine and its subsequent explosion killed 162 of the men on board, including George.

In 1978 his daughter. Snow, sponsored the frigate, GEORGE PHILIP, named in his honor. Snow continues to hold the ship to her heart and still maintains a close relationship with the captain and crew. The Key West Citizen, in its 19 April issue, carried a front-page story about her and the recent visit of GEORGE PHILIP to

Key West (written by Terry Schmida). Later, at the request of the '35 Shipmate column.

Snow sent an email describing her experience and her reactions to the coming of her ship to her hometown. Here are excerpts, not paraphrased, but edited for brevity while retaining Snow's own words: I came home from work on a Friday afternoon to find a message on my answering machine from the executive officer of GEORGE PHILIP telling me that the ship was planning a visit to Key West and inviting me and some of my friends to have lunch on board. When I replied I asked him why the ship was coming to Key West. He said that he'd seen an article I'd written in last December's issue of Naval History magazine [about the kamikaze attack on Twice] and the ship had requested a stop in Key West because that's where the sponsor lived! The day before the ship was to arrive I tracked down the harbor pilot and asked to accompany him out to the ship. He said, "How are you on a Jacob's Ladder?" I met him just before dawn and later scampered up the ladder just as though I was bred to do it, which I probably was since my father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were Navy men. After the ship docked I came home to change clothes and retumed with six close friends.

The wardroom has a picture of my father when he was a midshipman, photos of the four ships on which he served and one of my mother when she was presented with my father's Navy Cross by James Forrestal. I brought pictures of my three children (they are all George Philip's grandchildren) as well as photos of my father taken during the war.

When I telephoned my brother that night to tell him all about it I said, -We may not have a father but we have a great legacy."

He agreed with me, and we spent a few moments in silence thinking about how different our lives would have been if it hadn't been for a successful kamikaze attack late on the evening of 16 June 1945.

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Pres: CAPT WiUiam N. Price, USN (Ret) Sec'y/Treas: CAPT O.M. Butler, USN (Ret) 1101 S. ArUngton Ridge Road Arlington, VA 22043 Corr. Secy: CAPT William A. Ellis, USN (Ret) Goodwin House West #832 3440 S. Jefferson St., Falls Church, VA 22041-3127 h: 703-578-7546 Acting Sec'y: CAPT John H. Carmichael, USN (Ret) 744 Oglethorpe Avenue St. Simons Island, GA 31522-4908 912-638-2830: f: 912-638-0436 e: jhc36@earthhnk.net From the President My most satisfying accomplishment to date is persuading Jack Carmichael to become acting Class Corresponding Secretary. Bill Ellis, who contributed so much for so long, gave up reluctantly, forced by his physical condition.

Now Jack hopes to restore the feel of '36 for Shipmate. Jack is in favor of a little reminiscing, with which I heartily agree. Since it is one of the things we do best in our twilight (dotage?) years. In this regard I'll tell you about some of my recent reminiscing. (This first recollection received was most welcome. I hope it will work like a glass egg in a hen's nest. It appears in the "Recollection" section below.)

Class News This is the fourth "36 Class news sent to Shipmate. At this writing April and May copies have been published, June copy is at Shipmate, and the July-August copy is due in Annapolis on 7 June. These two-month deadlines are like backing into the future. Once "Class News" appears in print, no longer is it news.

For instance, reports on the 65th Reunion will not appear in Shipmate until the October issue of Shipmate.

Bill Price and Mack Butler were most helpful keeping me posted on Class matters. Those Classmates who crossed their last river have not appeared in our column in some time.

Consequently, the tradition of the Class sending its r e s p e c t to t h e f a m i l i e s through Shipmate has not been possible. As information is gathered, this column (under the "In Memorial" section) will let survivors know that their loved ones have not been forgotten.

In Memorial Through some strange coincidence Hugo Culpepper. Geoi^e Whiting, and John Ryder all were involuntary "guests of the Emperor of Japan" during the war in the Pacific.

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Hugo Culpepper died on 25 November 2000.

Hugo was a Midshipman from June to October 1932 when he resigned to follow his call for the Christian ministry. After receiving his bachelor's and master of theology degrees, he married Ruth Cochrane. Following a year's work in a doctoral program the Culpeppers sailed to China as missionaries for the Southem Baptist Convention. They were in college in Peking when it closed because of the encroaching Japanese. They moved to the Philippines but were followed by the Japanese and imprisoned. After the war he was active in church affairs until he resigned in 1981. Although Hugo was with us only a few months, his Classmates remember him.

George Whiting died on 7 March 2001.

Mack Butler represented the Class at services on 10 March 2001 in Gloucester, VA. Burial will be in the family graveyard plot in great Barrington, ME. George was the executive officer of GRENADIER that, while patrolling in the Malacca Strait off the Maylay Peninsula, was sunk by Japanese aircraft. All hands were picked up and made prisoners of war. After the war George served in numerous submarine commands and staffs. On retiring he practiced optometry in Virginia Beach. (Our Class has produced a fascinating variety of second careers. R i c h fields y i e l d i n g stories for our column.)

John F. Ryder died on 26 March 2001. Jack is one of the triumvirate of 1936 POWs whose names showed up against all odds while preparing this column. His apprentice sea duty was in CINCINNATI after which he went into submarines. In 1939 Jack was ordered to PERCH in the Asiatic Fleet. After the commencement of the war PERCH, while patrolling in the Java Sea, was badly damaged by Japanese surface ships and scuttled. The crew was picked up by the Japanese and interned. In 1945 he married Kathleen, whom he met in the Philippines 1939. In the post-war years his naval career was varied and well balanced. Retiring in 1966 he was a support contractor to Navy project managers. His wife, Kathleen, was active in Meals on Wheels and in her church.

Moose B r o w n ' s wife, Mary Julia Brown, died 26 April 2001. Services were held in the Monumental United Methodist Church in Portsmouth, VA. At the family's request, the Class made a donation to the church in lieu of flowers. Mary was an ardent gardener and a member of the Elizabeth River Garden Club and the Cedar Point Golf Club. She was known for her volunteer activities including service at the Portsmouth Hospital, blood bank donations, and transporting the disabled.

Moose, your Classmates offer you our most sincere solace.

Commentary "Time the devourer of all things."—Ovid "Backward, turn backward, O Time, in your flight."—E.K.Allen Less time devour our anecdotes of past, this column solicits your memoirs from Academy days onward. In the meantime, you are stuck Shipmate. July-August 2001

with my recollections of the "good old days."

To avoid the onset of boredom, freshen up our column with your sea stories. Thanks to Ben Robertshaw for suggesting that those coming to the 65th come prepared to regale the assembly with your tales.

Recollections Bill Price started the flood of contributions with the following sea story.

While looking through the April-June Shift Colors, I noted an upcoming reunion of WEST VIRGINIA (BB-48), WEEVEE. I reported to her

in 1936, along with Moose Brown, Joe Icenhower (died in 1994), Ed King (died in 1998), and Scrappy Crawford (died in 1999). Ed was still with her on 7 December 1941. He was ashore when the attack came, rushed down to the waterfront, saw WEEVEE was a goner, commandeered a boat, went to another battleship, manned a five-inch AA gun and got off a few rounds at the attacking planes. As you know, WEEVEE was raised, repaired and joined the Fleet in time to take part in the Battle of Surigao Strait. There U.S. battleships effected the classic tactical maneuver of "crossing the tee" of the Japanese battle line. Battleships and cruisers were disabled to the point that our destroyers easily sank them. I got a feeling of deep satisfaction from the coincidence that the admiral commanding U.S. forces in the battle was Jesse Oldendorf who was exec in WEEVEE when I served in her I have a great feeling of loyalty to the ship, for she is the only one in which I experienced fleet operations as a member of the ship's company. I went from her to a destroyer in the process of building and stayed through commissioning and shakedown cruise, after which I went to MIT and became an EDO. From then on, when I went to sea, I was always in a staff capacity, with one exception—I was docking and ship repair officer in ABSD-2, an advanced base sectional dry dock—but she only moved up and down, and spent her whole active career in Seeadler Harbor, Manus Island.

I could not make this year's WEST VIRGINIA reunion, but now knowing about it, I have joined the group and hope to make the next one.

I am not sure the ' 36 can get together for a 70th—although who knows?

Let's not be too pessimistic. Consider the ancient mariners that sailed their war-time LST from Greece to the United States. And in a ship that was in Greek hands for 50 years.

The following is a twice-told tale about the bed and breakfast accommodations that I operated in NEW JERSEY the Fifth Fleet flagship.

First Jim Shaw roomed with me, then Paul Smith. My stateroom was used as a holding tank for incoming officers.

During the war ADM Spruance, disdaining personal publicity, refused to have a Public Information Officer (PIO) on his staff.

After the surrender either Secretary of the Navy Forrestal or ADM Nimitiz ordered a PIO to the Fifth Fleet staff. The officer was Paul Smith the former editor of the San Francisco Chronicle.

Like Jim, Paul also had an extraordinary tale. After the United States entered the war.

Forrestal wanted a more active PIO. He told his friend Paul Smith that he was needed in Washington to help the Navy in the publicity war against enemies foreign and domestic. Paul thought it was his patriotic duty to accept. He was given a lieutenant commission, USNR. He bought uniforms from a Washington tailor, asking if the suit he tried on was a Navy lieutenant's uniform.

He manned a desk in the Navy Department in a room full of people cranking out information. Paul thought this was not the reason he joined the Navy and resigned his commission in the face of the enemy. He then enlisted in the Marine Corps. He told me that he was a sophisticated person, well traveled and had dined with royalty. He was not going to propagandize into bragging, "I am a Marine." After a week in boot camp he kept repeating involuntarily, "I am a Marine." He was commissioned a second lieutenant, USMCR and led a platoon ashore during the Guam operation. (He bought his Marine uniform from the same tailor that sold him his Navy lieutenant's uniform.)

After Guam, Forrestal again interrupted Paul's careen Telling Paul that he had proved his manhood, the Secretary of the Navy ordered him back to Washington with the rank of commander, USNR. You guessed it; Paul bought his third uniform from the same tailor After the surrender, he escorted a group of publishers to the Westem Pacific. These gentlemen were furnished khaki uniforms without insignia. One of the stops was at the headquarters of General Curtis Lemay, USAF. During the briefing, Lemay criticized the Navy's conduct of amphibious warfare.

Saying that only MacArthur knew how to run an amphibious operation. At this point Paul asked, "What did the General know about amphibious warfare?" Startled, Lemay then noticed that the questioner wore commander insignia. The general replied, "What does the Commander know about amphibious warfare?" Paul then recited his part in the invasion of Guam. The briefing ended.

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Another view of the Officers" Club The next recollection is a trial run sending photos via email.

CruDiv 12 consisting of MONTPELIER, CLEVELAND. COLUMBUS, and DEN\ER com-

manded by RADM Tip Merrill; and thenCommodore Arleigh Burke '23 and his Little Beavers were based in Purvis Bay, Tulagi, Solomon Islands. The bay was surrounded by jungle. To make a recreation area SeaBees were called in to bulldoze a proper area for R&R. Beaches were cleared one for officers and one for enlisted men. Tents were erected and tables and benches scattered about. Photos one and two are of the First Officers" Club. Except for groups not identified, the rest of us sustained ourselves on 3.2 beer. The effect was like swallowing compressed air. As enUsted men left CLEVELAND (CL-55). the chaplain passed out two ration tickets for beer (The purpose was to assure that guzzlers could not deny the less serious imbibers their recreation perk.) One of the young sailors wrote his parents about the tickets. They were shocked that a Navy chaplain was leading their son to drink. Their pastor wrote Admiral King who soon vented his spleen on CLEVELAND. The chaplain no longer saw the sailors off for R&R. The house of the British Bishop of Polynesia was located on a hill at the far end of the Bay. It was abandoned when the Japanese moved in. Evenmally it was taken over and converted into a more high tone officers' club.

Administrative Dave Richardson's area code has been c h a n g e d . His p h o n e n u m b e r n o w is 760-765-1941.

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Pres: CAPT John S. Slaughter, USN (Ret.) Sec'y/Treas: RADM D.G. Baer, USN (Ret.) Com Sec'y: CAPT Frank N. Shamer, USN (Ret) 7112 Lewison Drive, San Diego, CA 92120-1248 e: FShamer@aol.com Steve Zellner, son of Charles Jesse Zellner, has succeeded in getting enough information about his father's short naval career for me to work up a "Last Call" entry for him. Steve is the son of Charles' second wife. As noted in an earlier column, Steve was seeking contact with Charles' first wife and any offspring she may have had by his father. Apparently Steve has not found any. A l u m n i records h a v e 74

Charles retiring from the Navy on 5 December 1941, two days before the attack on Pearl Harbor. As reported to me earlier. Steve has a picture of his father leaving the Naval Academy Chapel, honored by naval officers with arched swords, etc. The bride is unknown to Steve so he assumes that she is the first wife of his dad. He knows that Charles joined the Army and ser\'ed therein.

Steve has written to Cliff Messenheimer as follows: My father, after resigning from the Navy in 1941, enlisted in the U.S. Army as a tech sergeant. He retired from the Army as a chief mast sergeant about 1960. He later worked with Prentiss Hall Pubhshing Company in New Jersey.

He came back to his home in Forsyth, GA, in the fall of 1963 where he died of pneumonia in November 1963. His body is buried in the Zellner family plot in the city cemetery in Forsyth, GA. Cliff adds: Many of us in the Third Battalion will remember CharUe as the southern gentleman from Georgia whom we all remember with warm regard. He was our second set company commander First Class Year.

Gloria Currie and sons Gloria Currie has reported on her son-visiting trip to Florida.

It was a great visit involving fishing and longusta diving. Michael requires that everything is measured and if not a legal size, is tossed back.

She is very happy with her Atlantic Shores retirement set up. There is much to do and much to do it with. She has a comer villa with a nice deck and two flowerbeds, no lawn or shrubs to worry about. She hopes to make a couple of football games and she prays that the team will be improved. She is a happy camper.

James Hamilton Cmse Jr.'s address is 2300 W. Grace St., Richmond, VA23220; 804-3591281. He has consented to be the Cruse family representative.

D o n M e h l o p ' s email address has been changed to dmehlhop@mediaone.net.

B o b B o t t e n f i e l d w r o t e about h i m s e l f therein: My first duty after graduation was "out."

I was not commissioned because of poor eyesight. I got a job with Bethlehem Steel at

Lakawanna, NY, as did Classmate Jim Brown. We both joined Naval Reserve units and were commissioned, Jim in Buffalo, and I went to Dunkirk, NY. Both of us were called to active duty early in "41. I served aboard an AP and an AKS in the Caribbean area and now and then would see Jim, skipper of an antisub escort vessel. My skipper on the AKS was CDR Kidder who had been my instructor in Mechanical Drawing at the Naval Academy.

Next came a couple of years on an AKA in the pacific as gunnery officer and exec.

Finally, duty on an APA as navigator for the squadron staff aboard. After the war I went back to the Buffalo area, got the Dunkirk, NY, Reserve Division reactivated, made commander, and went to work for Cummins Engine Company, and later the Carborundum Company. In 1972.1 quit the cold country and retired to St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands where my wife, Mac, still resides. We had three children, Robert Jr., Susan, and Thomas.

Bob died on 25 August 1999. Mac's address is Mrs. Mac Bottenfield. 302 Prospect HiU, Frederiksted, S t Croix, USVI 00840.

We lost Tony Z a v a d i l on 2 March. A standard honors funeral and interment at Arlington National Cemetery took place on 11 March. If you have any questions, feel free to call Tony Carter at 202-433-4589.

President Jack reports on the 14 April luncheon of the Washington/Annapolis group at the Army-Navy Country Club. Present were Margaret Evans and escort her. Dave Bell, Ethel and Fred Janney, Elsie and Bill Mack, Jean and S w a m p i e L a j a u n i e , Mary and Charlie Minter. Barbara Shupper. Bess and Jack Slaughter, and Jean and Chuck Steua.

Swampy and Jean don't like the vehicle traffic in the Washington. D . C . area. Barbara Shupper was fighting bronchitis. She reports that Bunny's condition is about the same.

Bess reported on their luncheon with Mary and Zeke Soucek. Jack reported on the loss of Tony Zavadil and on the loss of Tony's wife, Louise, on 25 October 2000. Thefr son. CAPT Stephen Zavadil '70, USN (Ret.), will function as family contact. His address is 1007 Cup Leaf Holly Court, Great Falls. VA 22066.

Chuck gave a report on their visit with Margrit and Cliff Messenheimer in Febmary.

Paul Harmann was absent because of an auto accident that required repairs to his car.

Paul was not hurt, but occupants of the other car were. It was reported that Helen Howard is still in a convalescent facility with a right side stroke and still cannot speak.

P e g g y B i e r i ' s hip s u r g e r y has been a great success.

1 think Jack Slaughter's letter is splendid.

FYl, 1 am scheduled for cataract surgery on 2 May 2001, so 1 will be somewhat hindered after that.

I have learned., .that life is like a roll of toilet paper, the closer to the end, the faster it goes!

KeepRevvin'With '37!

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Pres: RADM M. H. Rindskopf, USN (Ret) e: mrindskopf@earthlink.net Chairman, Wash. Area: CAPT Hugh M. Robinson, USN (Ret) h: 703-532-3772; e: hughrobinsonl@webtv.net Sec y: CAPT D.K. Ela, USN (Ret.) 3260 N. 12th St., #329, Grand Junction, CO 81506 h: 970-256-7174, f: 970-256-9120 e: dkela@gj.net President's Corner By careful planning, this is being drafted on 2 June 2001, exactly 63 years after we received our diplomas and commissions from President FDR. It follows by one week a similar ceremony for the Class of 2001, which took place 63 years in our wake, and they received their tickets to a career from President George W. Bush.

Since our Secretary is searching for the young Dalai Lama in Tibet, it is my task to report late breaking news this month. We sadly note the passing of Dick Hayes in Virginia Beach on 23 May, some three months after his beloved wife, Doloris. Ceremonies were held on 29 May in Virginia Beach with the Class well represented; and interment with full military honors of both Dick and his wife occurred on 20 June at Arlington, with the Class again in attendance.

We also have a belated report of the death of Claire Cutts in Long Beach, CA, on 15 June 2000 after a long battle with lung cancer. She was cremated with inurnment in Long Beach.

The Class belatedly offers its condolences to Bob Cutts and the family.

In addition to the pictures of the Washington joint luncheon on 26 April, we have a photo of the men's luncheon of 22 April with Jones, McDowell, Rindskopf, Tucker, Dwyer, Robinson, Raymer, Fleps, and Arthur in attendance.

'38; Joint luncheon attendees

Joint luncheon attendees Dick Hayes' son sent us a letter from his father's files which is a must-read for the Class.

From David R. Boyd, Quartermaster second class, aboard HOPEWELL (DD-681) when Captain Hayes (then a LCDR) was commanding officer from June 1945 to 1946.

Captain Hayes was well-liked by the crew, as evidenced by this quote during a presentation of an oil painting of HOPEWELL by Durham, Pharmacist Mate Second class. "On behalf of the enlisted personnel comprising the crew of this ship, we, the representatives of the various divisions, deem it an honor

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and privilege to make this presentation as a token of our gratitude for your efforts extended in our behalf Every man aboard is aware of the fact that it is through your tireless efforts we are returning to the United States in a body. Speaking for all hands, 'Good Sailing, and God Speed.'"

The Captain replied as follows: "I wish to take this opportunity to thank all hands for the splendid painting which you have given me. I am now the proud owner of an original Durham, showing HOPEWELL underway and at her best. As a lasting reminder of my first command, and as the gift of my first crew, this portrait will mean much to me in years to come. To each and every one of you may I offer my heartfelt thanks."

Another manifestation of his gratitude was that on V-J (14 August 1945) Day he allowed beer to be served at the evening mess, although it was strictly against Navy regulations.

Class Corner The fates were unforgiving in the two month interval covered by this entry into our log. The first to leave was Jim Cooley, 19 April in San Clemente, CA. Ellen survives him, their son, Jim, of San Jose and daughter, Virginia Cooley Clark, of Femdale, CA. There are five grandchildren and seven greats. Jim flew with Butch O'Hare '37 in the Pacific and after the War, got into aeronautical engineering and weapon systems with an advanced degree from Cal Tech. He retired from the Joint Air Defense 75

Board in Colorado Springs, and joined North American Aviation and Douglas Aircraft. Services were held on 28 April in San Clemente, memorial contributions should go to the Ray Jacobson Memorial Fund (saving heart attack victims), 638 Camino de los Mares, Box C-240-283, San Clemente, CA 92673.

Tag Grell passed away on 5 May at his retirement community in Virginia Beach. One of his favorite stories recounted being shot down in the Med, Casa Blanca, saved by a Spanish fisherman, and spending three months and his own money to negotiate his exit from neutral and bureaucratic Spain. He retired after 24 years as CO, China Lake Naval Air Facihty. "Friend of Man" is the theme of memorial messages. Family, community, and "Red Rippers" benefited from his constant good will and attention. He leaves two children, Patricia Porter of Fresno, CA, and Ted Jr. of Vfrginia Beach, VA. His daughter, Jeanne Marie Bellis, predeceased him. Two brothers, two sisters, and a bevy of eight grandchildren survive him, but his beloved "Dot" passed away a year ago. Unk Alford reiterates the gentieman that was Tag. Unk, Tag, and WiUie Lamberson reported to the same broom wielders Plebe Year where nonreg Willie drew most of the bmnt but held his own in the battie of wits and constant "Beetie Bailey" type harassment.

Karl Hendricksen, non-grad, but dedicated '38er, passed away on 28 April at his retirement community in North Amherst, MA. Karl's eyesight failed the rigors of Second Class Year. With a subsequent master's degree in civil engineering, he served in the SeaBees during the war. In 1947, he joined the faculty of University of Massachusetts to be its first professor of the civil engineering department where he retired after 32 years. A number of dams and bridges in the Northeast and Northwest bear his imprint as do two text books and contributions to technical journals. Two sons, Peter and Andrew, and a brother survive him.

We have had support and appreciative thanks from Gordon Manashil, son-in-law of Sonny Sonenshein, in his obit research.

Now better news. Swede writes that their 26 April sea stories in the barroom of the Club aggregated five, Foley, Foster, Ogle, Olsen, and Ratliff. They will have to cancel their semi-annual party as host Dan Harrington's Jessie had a serious fall. We hope our readers understand that such is the standard occupational hazard in geriatric lore and normally we don't comment on this embarrassment (nor on the dodderer's de facto Depend demand). (D rhymes with P and oh-G!) Hugo reports a beautiful spring day, same date as San Diego, for boys and girls but five days too early to wind a Maypole. Arthur, publisher Mary Bogart from deep Tennessee and cousin Peter Cover, Betty Bolam, Carter, Jean and Connie Conrad and their daughter Clare, Julie and Bill Morgan (Julie Ferriter's daughter), Dwyer, Jo and Carl Fleps, Bill Hunnicutt, Margaret and Frank Jones, Ingebord and Jo Josephson, Betty Luby, 76

McDowell, Kay Owen, Fran Pearson, Betty and Jack Raymer, Sylvia and Mike Rindskopf, Robinson*, Florrie Schroeder, Joe l\icker and his daughter Terry, Muriel Wells. (*Spice on the binnacle list.) 29 Hugo!

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Larry Pierce counts 14 at the San Francisco area tum out. You guys had better publish your diets for the benefit of San Diego. Burlingame was choked with fraffic and electricity bills, but braving rolhng black outs were: Pierce, Jett, Bev and Charley Hart, Marilyn Bowers bringing Ruth Boyd and companion, Harris, Sally and Jim Douglas, Bev and Bud Wolfe, Graff, Lois Riesenberg. We may have been in bad taste to mention electricity, but being as how CO is not on the Califomia grid, we don't appreciate the problem—bright along with Gov. Davis.

We have notes from Betty Dybdal and Florrie Schroeder, both with sharp eyes and '38 consciences. Betty's picked up and alerted on losing Sonenshein. Florrie reports a granddaughter, Stephanie Fox of Great Falls is engaged to Kenneth Hough of Springfield for a fall wedding. She wasn't helpful on the long range planning for USNA. We can report such from our granddaughter, Alyssa Saunders. We watched her pass in review at Boot Camp, Great Lakes, 12 May. With orders to Nuclear Power School in Charleston, she hopes to qualify for USNA.

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Ceremony honoring Donald W. Hamilton, Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery

Salutes We salute Mike Dunham '70. Mike is the Corresponding Secretary for the St. Louis Alumni Chapter which has been looking into a mass POW (100) grave site, Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, MO, specifically finding the site of LTJG Donald W. Hamilton,

Jr. The Alumni Register identifier Don as '38 and no other information, not even deceased.

The Chapter intends to place wreaths on Memorial Day and Mike made a determined effort to find some scraps of background. We had little data here. We called Mike Rindskopf who remembered Bill Spears had married Don's widow and then things began to unfold.

Jack Mansfield, Don's roommate, contributed and Unk Alford pulled out a full story (he's writing the book) of the four stack destroyers and Classmates on them in Philippine waters 1940-41: Alford on STEWART (DD-442); Hamilton on PEARY (DD-226); Fischer on PILLSBURY (DD-227); Garreft on JOHN D. EDWARDS (DD-216); Spears on POPE (DD-225); Obie Parker on PARROTT ( D D - 2 1 8); Gandia also to PILLSBURY in 1941; Buaas and Hamlin on HOUSTON (CA-30); Fletcher on S-38, and Gugliotta on S-39. InteUigence information on Japanese fleet movements in November caused the move of most of these units south to the Dutch Indies, but PEARY and PILLSBURY were cold iron in Cavite Naval Shipyard. The Japanese bombed them on 10 December, PEARY had 15 killed or missing; Don and 14, wounded, were fransferred to Stemberg Hospital. Japanese occupied Manila on 1 January 1942 and took them prisoners.

Fischer was wounded on PILLSBURY, 12 killed or missing, but he remained onboard. Don spent nearly three years in captivity there before being loaded on one of the "Hell Ships" bound for Japan. It was sunk but he survived to be wounded on a second as it too was sunk. Four hundred ninety out of more than 1,619 survived these sinkings and made Fukukoa Prison Camp in Japan. Don died of wounds, starvation, and disease on 3 Febmary 1945. He was buried with CDR George M. Brooke '21, Navy Cross, captain of LUZON PR-7.

Mike Dunham and the Chapter at their own expense will be memorializing these men and one other, CDR Bruce A. Van Voorhies '29, Medal of Honor, shot down in his PBY in the Solomons. He and his crew were buried close to Don. RSRH (Reefed Sail Retirement Home) Notes Our resident cookie monster reports an economic shock, listen up Dow Jones. Nabisco has invented an option to Oreos, sacred for 50-plus years with its vanilla filling. Now chocolate filling too. Grand Junction is notable as a test market for new products—you heard it here first. (Chocolate is not unhealthy.)

You can get all the TRICARE info you need on the Internet: www.tricare.osd.mil; all 26,000 pages worth, but they are broken down to all its aspects, e.g. dental benefits, or the Senior Prime demonstration.

German scientists find that wasting time relieves stress—live longer.

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I had a note that George Stuart Simmons had passed away in Virginia Beach. He'd been Annual Membership: 40% Life Membership: 45%

Acting Pres: RADM Daniel K. Weitzenfeld, USN (Ret.) Secy: CAPT William J. Rube, USN (Ret.) 1310 MacBeth Avenue, McLean, VA 22102 e: CaptBillRuhe@aol.com Thirty-Nine On Line: docabbot@aol.com Fred Clarke writes from San Diego on 27 March: The Class luncheon today was the last at the Marine Recruit Depot. Our new location will be the lovely new clubhouse at the Admiral Baker Golf Course. It is really a first class installation and our first meeting there will be on 29 May. Attending today were: Bob Barker, Skeet Bemis, Bob Brent, Fred Clarke, Bob Dexter, Art Fischer, Slugger Mathews, Doc Norton, Jig Ramage, George Sharpe, John Wallingford, and Ray Zoeller.

In an Intemet message to Doc Abbot, Val Valentine mentions a Baltimore Sun article about the Naval Academy. Val says: The Sun did what a newspaper is supposed to do. The Academy is a major institution with wide American interest in its doings. The Sun thus decided it wastimeto view the problem of Midshipmen who fail to meet its standards of honesty and integrity—while noting that last year's rape story and an earlier urinal incident are well known. USNA's comments on them will hence create wonder and interest for Alumni and present Midshipmen.

Attendees at the '39 Washington luncheon on 4 April were: Pete Steen, Paul Adams, George Moore, Norm Short, Bill Ruhe, Ned Beach, Stan Claypoole, Dick Moss, J.C. Lawrence, Bob Wood, Bud Gore, Ernie Schwab, DeWitt Patterson, Norm Bennett, and Danny Weitzenfeld. Danny emphasized having the ladies also attend the 2 May luncheon.

The condition of Charlie Chandler was questioned. Someone reported that his sister, John Reigart's wife, had said that he (Charlie) was in the Fairfax Hospital and was not putting things together.

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LSD in Norfolk. He is survived by his widow, three children, and seven grandchildren.

Sandy Simmon's funeral was in the Fort Myer new Chapel on 4 April. Dick Moss dehvered the eulogy. Thiity-niners at the service were Bing Gillette, Paul Adams, Herb Cassidy, DeWitt Patterson, and Pete Steen. Quite a few of Sandy's relatives were also on hand.

A handout noted that Norm Bennett, after heart surgery in the hospital, had a recurrence of an old injury to both knees, suffered in a plane crash while he was in the service. His wife, Gloria, also fell down a stairwell and broke her left ankle. Norman says that "looking after a house has gotten to be too much for both of us—so we're going to move to Leisure World."

Gus Norwood, on 18 April, wrote: My mom's 105th birthday celebration was a swell affair. She arrived from Terre Haute in a van equipped with an elevator for handling the wheelchair. She was glowing and eager to talk with everybody. She wore a new spring outfit with a corsage pinned on. But on Saturday, 17 March, a nurse reported that mom had died at 11:05 p.m. So we close the book of Mathilda Linde Smeja, who had lived in three centuries and two millennia.

In addition to her three children, there were 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. She is probably the last to go, among the mothers of members of the Class of 1939.

An Iowa University handout tells of Dr. Mary Hendrix, daughter of the late CAPT Charles N.G. "Monk" Hendrix, heading up the department of anatomy and cell biology at Iowa University. Dr. Hendrix is also the associate director of basic research at the cancer center, and "A recent discovery in her research is of great importance in the fight against cancer."

From Sedona, AZ, (nice sound!) Grant Rogers sends an appeal for torch bearers to carry the Olympic Flame in 2002 for the Salt Lake City Olympics. Enter through the Chevrolet company.

An article in The Capital tells of Butch Coulter's wife, Marie, a 31-year member of the Severna Park community garden club— sharing her extensive knowledge of gardening to generations of gardeners. "It is just something that is part of me. I enjoy all phases of gardening. I enjoy watching the seeds sprout, bringing them in the house, and making the arrangements." Fifty years ago she joined the Naval Academy garden club and was an active member of the Annapolis group until 1970, when she moved to Severna Park.

Notably, Mrs. Coulter's mother introduced her to gardening on their 25-acre farm when she was a young gfrl. Since then she has become a national authority in the field.

In an email from Val Holzapfel, to Val Valentine, Holzapfel says: When an officer makes an honest mistake in the performance of duty—as Commander Waddell did when he inadvertently sank the 77

Japanese trawler MAHINE MARUâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;he has not

committed a felony or a criminal act and therefore should not be subject to jail time.

(Waddell won't be held responsible, but has resigned from the Navy.) He displayed the character expected of a commissioned officer of the U.S. Navy. The honor code subscribed when candidates become Midshipmen in the base on which is built this characteristic.

At '39's executive board meeting on 11 April, a quomm decided to formalize the path to the presidency of the Class of 1939. As sketched out by Daniel K. Weitzenfeld, the acting president of the Class, nominees who agree to serve a two-year term will stem from a letter to all '39ers calling for their suggested candidates.

The wife of George Rogers and Jess Worley, Ruth, died on 26 April at Fleet Landing. Her memorial service was held on 30 April in Buford, NC, where she was buried with her second husband.

Helen Tenanty's daughter notes that my email address is CaptBillRuhe@aol.com. She is monitoring my messages and walks them down to my house.

Tom Weschler on 5 April wrote about attending the funeral of Tim McCoy's widow, Mary: She was a quiet and lovely person who met Tim in Japan where she was stationed as a regular officer (Lt) having been augmented from the WAVES after the war. Following Tim's death she occupied herself with a few friends and the Girl Scoutsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a lifelong cause. She developed Alzheimer's and had been in a retirement home for the past few years. I wore my '39 tie and her daughters were glad to have the Class so represented.

Dick Jr. and his father Dick Shafer business associates. To his wife Mary, son, CAPT Stiles and Gayle John B. Montgomery '70, daughter, Barbara Ann Weimerskirch, and their famihes, the '40 family extends our deeply felt condolences.

Two weeks later we lost Richard Warren Shafer to cancer and complications from Annual Membership: 40% Life Membership: 50% Parkinson's disease. He was the fourth Classmate living in Oregon who bade us farewell Pres: CAPT William M. Carpenter, USN (Ret.) in 2001. We all remember that Dick became 1119 Aquia Drive, Stafford, VA 22554 instantly famous when he scored the only Sec'y: CAPT Jacob V. Heimark, USN (Ret) touchdown to beat Army in 1939. We also 410 Old Gulph Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 know that he went on to serve our country as a '40 lost four more of its super achievers dur- distinguished submariner. With four children ing April and May. On 13 April, John W.M. to put through college, Dick decided to retire Montgomery, whose health had been failing in 1962 and become a resident of Oregon. for some months, left us. After spending most There he had a number of careers, including of World War II in combat zones in the Pa- teacher, stockbroker, golf coach, and real cific, he was chosen to attend law school at estate agent.

George Washington University. In 1966, John That he was a truly outstanding athlete is began his post-Navy career by being active in evident when, two years before entering the business careers and Class activities in the Academy he won an Ohio Amateur Golf Washington, D.C. area.

Championship. Then in 1990, the family This fine gentleman will be missed by watched Dick junior become the Oregon State family, friends, Classmates, and his many Amateur champion. In this picture we see that

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the "litUe guy" was awarded a small Q"ophy in 1934 while their 6 foot, 4 inch son was given a large trophy for winning his toumament. It is no surprise that this picture occupies a very favorite place in the Shafer household. Who in '40 knew that our football hero was a champion golfer before coming to Annapolis? Very few, I would say. It just goes to show that a star performer has no need to blow his tmmpet.

Currently, college graduate granddaughter Miss Elise is now heading for medical school.

In tribute to her beloved grandfather, her current plans are to become a specialist in the treatment and care of Parkinson patients.

To Betty, their daughters, Patricia Wick, Robin Anderson, and Jane Shafer, and son Richard W. Shafer Jr., plus five grandchildren, all of Dick's many friends in '40 join me in extending our heartfelt condolences.

And on 14 May, Ashley Jewell Little died while a patient in the Punta Vedra hospital. On 18 May funeral services were held in Aiken, SC. At a later date, his ashes will be buried in Arlington alongside his two daughters.

After a highly successful career as a naval officer. Ash retired in 1967. Immediately, Croswell Croft saw a way that Ash's considerable talents and experience could be used by his going to Aiken, SC, to organize and start from scratch a much-needed technical school to serve that part of South Carolina. For 20 years Ash so successfully led this school he created that it is now the Aiken Technical College. Late last year the dfrectors of this school decided to name a main building at the college the "Ashley J. Little Administration Building" as a permanent recognition of the major role Ash played in the founding and early life of their technical school.

To Kit, their daughters, Mary Cooper, Jann Majestic, Jane Little, Barbara Clare, and Mig Hayes, son Robert Little, and ten grandchildren, the entire '40 family extends our deeply felt condolences.

As the Stanwicks were preparing to go to the Class luncheon on 9 May, Tad Stanwick suffered a major stroke. He was rushed to Sibley hospital and remained there until his death on 25 May. Following services on 29 May held at the beautiful 200 year old St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bryantown, MD, Tad was buried in the family plot in St. Mary's Cemetery. Present representing '40 were: Art Bemdtson, Bill Carpenter, Phil Eckert, Jo Gray, Julianne and Ted Hill, Pat Patterson, and Mary and Ed Sledge.

Tad will be warmly remembered by his Classmates, business associates and many friends. To his wife of 60 years, Wickliffe, their children, Covington, Miss Wick and Wells, plus their nine grandchildren, we, his Classmates, extend our sincerely felt condolences.

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Rev. Brinkley Craft Goranson, widow of Swede Goranson, who lives in Virginia Beach, recentiy made a frip to Tucson, AZ and visited with Billie (Martha) Baker, widow of our Classmate Bill Baker. Brinkley provided this nice report: She lives in an elegant retirement center where in one room of her apartment a bridge table is all set up for a game, and in another, there is a state-of-the-art computer system.

Billie is well except for sight impairment caused by macular degeneration.

She is as slim, as beautiful, and as lively as even What a joy it was to see her once again after such a very long time.

Thanks, Brinkley, for sending such a cheery, happy, news filled report. It is especially nice to have when these days we have so much sad news.

If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is not for you.

Some 20 years ago. Classmate Dr. Bill Mauer sent each member of '40 a copy of a book which intioduced us to chelation therapy.

WTiile I read it with interest, in my case, since I had no known circulation problems, chelation therapy moved to the back bumer until, when at age 67,1 suffered a major heart attack in the Philippines. On returning home two months later, my doctor sent me to a cardiologist who wanted me to have an angiogram.

This I recognized as being step one towards bypass surgery.

Remembering Dr. Mauer's interest in chelation, I re-read the book and then called Bill.

He assured me it was not too late for chelation to clear up constrictions in the 75,000 miles of blood vessels in my body. Six months after beginning chelation therapy with 30 treatments, at my checkup with my cardiologist who knew I had chosen chelation as my first effort to regain my circulatory health, he assured me that I was doing fine. His only advice was to keep doing exactly what I was doing, and by "exactly," he meant "exactly."

So I did.

Meanwhile, as new books came out, such as Bypassing Bypass by Dr. Elmer Cranton, I continued reading about treatments for arteriosclerosis. These books showed me that the successes these doctors reported from doing chelation matched almost exactly the results I saw in my own case. After 200 plus treatments over ten years, by using ultra sound checking of my arteries, doctors found that they were clear of any deposits that could cause blockages. I then saw no need for further chelation.

Classmate Charles Arthur lived near me until last fall when he moved to the Virginia Beach area to be near his brother and his family. Two days ago I received from him what I consider to be the best book I have read that discusses how to deal with circulatory problems. It's titie is Common Sense Medicine, a Medical Doctor's Prescription for Health Care," by Dr. Robert A. Nash '59, MD. When Robert graduated from the Naval Academy with an engineering degree in 1959, he chose duty in the Air Force where he earned

an advanced degree in electronics engineering. After completing a tour of duty in VietNam, at age 31, he decided to become a medical doctor. This was followed by graduate training in neurology. He then chose Virginia Beach as the place where he would set up his practice. After 22 years as a doctor, he became interested in and began using chelation therapy. For the past six years this has been his preferred method for treating circulatory problems. Last December he published. Common Sense Medicine, a Medical Doctor's Prescription for Health Care. Copies can be obtained on the Intemet at Amazon, BN (Barnes and Noble), or Borders, all on .com, or by calling 1-877-823-9235, a toll free number.

Last fall Charles Arthur moved to the Virginia Beach area to be near his brother and his family. He first heard about chelation as we talked about his circulation problems. In Virginia he went to see Dr. Nash, read his book, and was so favorably impressed that he began taking chelation treatments from him. Dr. Nash's book sets forth his medical philosophy.

He takes an engineer's approach to problem solving, which is, only if the treatment used works without causing harm does he continue using it.

Knowing of my interest in treatment of circulatory problems, Charles sent me a copy of this book. Without doubt this is the best one I have read that discusses how to deal with inadequate blood flow. It is so readable and filled with clear logical thinking and good common sense that I recommend it without reservation to anyone who might have health problems that need attention, or knows someone who does.

Get a copy of this book and read it. You will, I believe, be glad you did.

Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.

In the June column I gave a pitch for George Kittredge's excellent book, / 've Found Irael 's Atom Bomb Factory. Seems that the Academy store recently retumed to George copies he left with them in June 2000. Anyone wishing to buy a copy of George's book can do so by contacting him directly.

Yesterday I received the following from a dear friend who was a Navy shipmate. It is of special interest since this person's life is threatened by Lou Gerhig disease (ALS): I've Learned: That just one person saying to me, "You've made my day!" makes my day.

That when you are in love, it shows.

That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.

That being kind is more important than being right.

That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.

That money does not buy class.

That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

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'40; Burkes. Patterson. Eckert. Lacouture. and Donna Nolle at Ma\ luncheon

Sims. Doc Weatherup. and daughter Ann Gage at Palo Alto luncheon

'40: Carpenter. Cra\ and Hills at May luncheon

The Osboraes and Betty Newcomb at Palo Alto luncheon

"40; Snuffy Smith, Joyce Crowther. Isabel Carlson, and Betty Clancy at Palo Alto luncheon That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.

That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.

There is nothing sweeter than sleeping with your babies and feeling their breath on your cheeks.

That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.

That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people who are smarter than I am.

That love, not time, heals all wounds.

That I wish I had told my mother that I love her one more time before she passed away.

That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.

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That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

That when your newly bom grandchild holds your littie finger in his little fist, you are hooked for life.

That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.

That I can't choose how I feel, but I can choose what I do about it.

That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

Friends are rare jewels, indeed. They make you smile and encourage you to succeed.

They lend an ear, they share words of praise, and they always want to open their hearts to us.

Maybe I should have titled this "How to be perfect." / believe the only time a person beats a path to my door is when I'm in the bathroom.

Frana. Benjes. and Clancy at Palo Alto luncheon

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Chmn & Sec'y: CAPT Victor Delano, USN (Ret) 5610 Wisconsin Ave., Apt # 1409 Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4439 h: 301-215-7532; e: Vdelano@aol.com Web page: http://www.usna.com/classes/1941/ default.html The 60th Anniversary Reunion is both history and a perfectly happy memory. Everything seemed to go well including the weather, which was excellent throughout. The Hospitality ladies registered us in delight and the Marriott Waterfront Hotel checked us in easily with comfortable rooms. Perhaps they got the word that Bill Marriott would be one of the guests at our Welcome Lunch in Alumni Hall!

One particularly nice arrangement by the hotel was the HospitaUty Suite that we were assigned on the topfloorwith a beautiful panoramic view of the Academy and AimapoUs harbor. It was well stocked with all sorts of beverages and was a dehghtful meeting place throughout the Reunion. The arrival reception was a lively affair with excellent heavy hors d'oeuvres.

The next day started off with an eye-opener for many of us. CAPT Dick Rubel '72, dfrector, engineering and weapons, and the son of our late Classmate, Dave Rubel, arranged and led toiu"s of the labs in his department which are a far cry from what we had in our day. The tour groups then assembled in the department auditorium where several different Midshipmen demonstrated projects they were working on which were intensely interesting. It was remarkable to many of us how they fitted these projects into their Class and spare time—of which there seems to be Uttle. We also learned that the Midshipmen expect to have a satelhte in orbit on 30 August. This was followed by lunch in King (Mess) Hall where Midshipmen from the brigade escorted us to seats at separate tables. That was fun and although I am sure the food met nutritional standards some of us thought it was not as good as we used to get!

As far as I could tell all the Plebes carried on for our lunch so we were welcome in their eyes. From there we went back to Bancroft Hall where 2nd Company Midshipmen gave us a tour of their Wardroom which we sponsor and a visit to a Midshipman's room. The rooms look much different today. Instead of two desks together in the middle of the room, the desks with their computers are up against the wall and an individual bunk is above each desk. When asked about the problem of making these bunks, one Midshipman says he doesn't—he just leaves it made and climbs on top with a blanket for cover! Midshipmen still find ways to beat the system.

Betty Taussig arranged some interesting local tours that appealed to many ladies but I have no details to give you at this time.

That evening we boarded the new cmise boat CATHERINE MARIE for an excellent trip up the Severn River while we enjoyed a delicious Shipmate, July-August 2001

dinner. Most thought that this was the best dinner cruise we have had at any reunion.

The next day was equally exciting. It started with a moving memorial service in the Chapel opened by Rusty Crenshaw and conducted by the Rev. Bob Baughan, assisted by Gray Strum and Howie Schoenbaum. The service brought back warm memories of Classmates we have lost starting with those while we were still Midshipmen, plus Allen Jacques and Craig Spowers, the first to go in combat, and, all too recently, Tom Burley and Jack Rogers.

Tom died just before the Reunion started and Jack died the same day as the service.

From the Chapel we went to Alumni Hall where we lunched in the Bo Coppedge Room.

Among our guests were the Commandant, RADM Locklear HI '77, Dean W.C. Miller '62, Mrs. and CAPT Rubel, Prof Albert who looks after our Observatory, Drs. Lennon and Dembo from East Carolina University and Bill Marriott who is a director of the Naval Academy Foundation and a strong Navy supporter.

Also, we were joined at each table by a Ekst Class representative of the 2nd Company.

Before we ate we were entertained by a Midshipman bag-piper and during the meal we were fmther entertained by a female quartet from the USNA Glee club who performed splendidly.

After lunch, we moved to the well of Alumni Hall where the Superintendent introduced us to today's Academy and its planned future.

Following his interesting talk, he was kind enough to answer our questions. The Superintendent had spent the moming in Washington and made a special effort to get back in time to address us for which we were all grateful.

Following this talk, about 30 Classmates and spouses went for a 45-minute harbor tour on YPs, which are used for training Midshipmen.

In the summer they cmise the East Coast much as we did in the old four-pipers.

At 4 p.m. came a highhght of the Reunion— a Dress Parade by the Brigade. The Class of 1941 was the guests of honor and we were all seated under a canopy. The 2nd Company got a particularly warm reception as it marched by. It was especially noted that it was the Color Company. Did they march better than we did?

Maybe so, maybe not. More important was the stirring feeling that watching these fine young men and women created among all of us. Four thousand Midshipmen in a brigade of two regiments are a far cry from the one regiment of 3,000 in our day. It was a beautiful sight for all of us and we have to be grateful to the Naval Academy for making it possible.

After the parade, we were on our own.

Several of us took advantage of the guest privileges at the Annapolis Yacht Club that had been arranged by Dick Miller and Jack Rogers. That same night. Navy beat Army in lacrosse at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium to the enjoyment of several reunioners.

Saturday had a variety of events. Golf was played at the Eisenhower Golf Course, a tight little course, just outside of Annapolis with tee times set up by Mac Nicholson. Unfortunately,

Mac could not play because Leslie was recovering from some major surgery, which warranted Mac's attention. Those who did play were Parry, Crenshaw, Southard, Zirkle, and Newsom. Sinbad Malcolm was supposed to have been in the group but there was a problem either with his alarm clock or the bus or something. All seemed to have had a good time and no scores have been mentioned.

Bob Hayler with help from Steven Deller of the Sailing Department and son of Elise and Del Deller, set up a sailing day that proved to be a big hit. Two groups set sail in the Academy's Navy-44 sloops which are used in the offshore training program and even Bermuda racing. Aboard NA-19 Bold were Barbara and Bob Hayler, Carol and Archie Kelley, and Kathleen and Quent Koecher and aboard NA-20 Challenger were Jack Hadler, Peggy and Joe Lynn, Bill McReynolds, Dick Miller, and Alice Parry. Bob also set up some tennis but I heard nothing about it. I suspect that perhaps some of the netters may have been a bit wom out before the first serve.

At 1 p.m. the Navy football team had its annual Blue-Gold game to wind up spring training. The first and second string quarterbacks did not play so the offense suffered from QBs who could not throw too well and receivers who could not catch too well. But the defense looked pretty good—better than they looked last year.

The highlight on Saturday was, of course, the Grand Reception, Dinner, and Ball at Loew's Hotel which is where we were for our 50th. They did a ffrst rate job and we all had a great time. The dancing proved that there is lots of life left in the Class. Hard to tell who was the dancing winner but you had to see it to believe it. The last buses back to the Marriott were scheduled for 11 p.m. but I think there was no one left after 10 p.m.!

The next morning we had our departure bmnch and it was indeed super. We filled the ballroom and there was plenty of excellent food, including an omelet man. When we finally broke up, it was hard to leave. But even in leaving there was a lot of talk about getting ready for the 65th. Furthermore, Mary Love and Gray Stium were assured that there was great interest in next February's reunion in Ponte Vedra.

According to my count the attendance at the 60th was 83 Classmates, 6 widows, 80 wives and guests for a grand total of 169. We missed every one of you who could not be with us.

During the Reunion, Dr's. Lennon and Dembo of East Carolina University conducted a full oral interview program. On Friday night and Saturday aftemoon. Prof. Albert arranged for the Observatory to be open. On Saturday aftemoon, a tour of the Naval Academy Museum proved most worthwhile for those who took it. Those who attended the Reunion owe a world of thanks to Rusty Crenshaw for putting the whole show together. I know he got lots of excellent assistance, the names of some of whom I have mentioned already, but 81

especially worthy of note are Ann and Gene Somers and Winnie and Jack Rogers. Gene looked after all the maihngs, the shuttle buses and all the arrangements with the Academy plus a lot more. Ann was instmmental in menu planning among other things. Winnie and Jack assembled the materials for the useful arrival packets and the umbrellas which each of us received. Alice and Dick Miller were involved in the planning from the beginning and made possible a lot of what we enjoyed. Betty Taussig and Helen Hoker manned the arrival desk which got us all off to a good start. Many others pitched in and everyone deserves our thanks.

With all the good news, I regret to have to include some sad news about Classmates and wives we have lost and this month I have far too many about which to tell you. On 31 March, Dutch Spritzen died after a two-year straggle with leukemia. On 5 April, before the reunion to which he had been looking forward, Tom Burley died also of leukemia. Tom was a loyal Navy football fan and a dedicated attendee at Class lunches where he could be depended upon to give us the humor we needed.

To Mary Louise Spritzen and Lois Burley and their famihes go our sympathy and understanding at this difficult time.

On 7 April, Helen Hudgins died after a long illness. Vance Hudgins has our deepest condolences in this grievous loss.

On 26 April, Bunny Hfrst died at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola after an unsuccessful heart operation. Whitey Hirst has our deepest condolences in the loss of his lovely wife.

Jack Rogers was one of the first to start work on the planning of our 60th Reunion and he finished all that was expected of him. Just before the Reunion started he was hospitalized and on 27 April, during the Reunion to which he had contributed so much time and energy, his heart gave out and we lost another fine Classmate. For more years than I can remember. Jack has been our Class representative in Annapolis and has always come through. He has been a loyal football fan and, despite some health problems, was a dependable attendee at Class functions. Winnie has always worked with him in these Class projects despite her own health problems. Not only do we extend our sympathy and understanding in this loss but we wish her well in the future.

Some time ago I told you of Ann Blount's death. Since then, I have heard from one of Ann and Tom's sons, Michael, who asks that any memorial contributions go to the Naval Academy Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Mary Louise Spritzen wrote a nice note to thank the Class for the blue and gold wreath that was sent to Dutch Spritzen's memorial mass. Marge West also wrote to thank the Class for its contribution to the San Diego Aerospace Museum in memory of Red West.

Because of space, I cannot use this month all of the many, many splendid pictures that you have sent me. I'll spread them out over future issues. In the meantime, Jim Bartlett 82

has put together some excellent pictures in the Class of 1941 Web site. If you are not on the Intemet, perhaps you could visit someone who is and look at the pictures that Jim Bartlett has assembled. You can reach the '41 Web site at http://www.usna.com/classes/1941/ default.html then click on photos and enjoy.

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Finally, here are changes for your rosters: Vic Blandin—new email vbland® bellsouth.net; Bill Daly—new phone 978-6818188; Chuck Fears—new area code 520-4454016; Paul Gray—new email daita2@ utm.net; Bill Heavey—new phone 301-3653194; Quentin Koecher—wife's name is Kathleen, 214-244-4771, email QVK@ aol.com; Jack Messer—has moved to Patriot Colony Nursing Home, 6000 Patriot Colony Drive, Rm 135, WiUiamsburg, VA 23188,757565-62165; Burt Parke has ditched the Internet so scrub his email address; Vic Rowney—new email vicrowney@home.com; Charlie Trumbull—new email cptrumb@ earthlink.net; Harry Vincent—correct area code is 630; Drs. Lennon and Dembo—new area code 252-328-6671. If anyone can locate Jake Beatty, last sighted in Texas, please let me know. His phone number in The roster is apparently incorrect, as is his address.

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Pres: CAPT James D. Small, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CDR R.S. Day, USN (Ret.) 2426 Chestnut St., Falls Church, VA 22043-3052 Having enjoyed a month's hiatus while gearing up for this double issue, we can now sit back and enjoy some summer reading. To start things off, we'll move the clock back to 18 April, the day following the 19th Annual Mary E. Hill Golf Toumament, when we gathered for our annual spring fiesta in Annapolis. That afforded out-of-town golfers Barb and Dick Sewall, Jim Salassi, Bob Reilly and Bobby Reed, and Duke Harwood to join the luncheoneers. The latter included Trilby and Max Duncan, Peggy and Bunky Herndon, Charlotte and Ken Simmons, Barbara and Dale Reed, Martha and Pappy Sims, Hap Day, Martha Jane and Charlie Smith, Bob Connor with Betty Kinzer, Peggy and Jim Small, Anne and Bill Richardson, Bill Houser with Jan Evans, Peggy and Buzz Betzel, Belle and Russ Flynn, Edie and Frank O'Brien, Vera Schoenfeld, Jo Ann and Jerry Miller, Rita and JT Hill, Liz and Bob McWethy, Ann Beale, Ree Childers, Evelyn and Tom Williamson, Peg and Jake Glick, Betty and Ace King, Muff and Norm Nash, Mary Ruth Jeffries, Fanny (Terty) Richards, Peggy Tofalo, Rene Griffith, Rene and Mac Mackown, Kay Cole, Betty and Frank Carter, Kieran and Jack Mitchell, BeUs and Bill Divine, Ray Wilhite, Ginnie and Tom Smith, Peggy Hubbell, Pat and Swabo Rawson, and LTDave Helmreich '92, president of his Class.

During the luncheon Bill Houser presented LT Helmreich with a framed copy of the "Turning Point," which is the award to be made each year to the winner of the Midway Essay Contest sponsored by the Class.

Small, Helmreich, and Houser

The golf toumament again was held at Medal of Honor Golf Course at Quantico, VA, on the 17th. This report, as is done each year, was prepared by the tournament originator, organizer and quarterback, JT Hill, to whom we owe our sincere thanks.

We lucked out on the weather again. Preliminary forecasts were for precipitation, but it stayed clear and comfortably cool. Fifteen Classmates participated; a fairly good tumout.

Special mention should be made of those who made the extra effort to come from the greatest distances: Dick Sewall, Califomia; Jim "Haile" Salassi, Arizona; Duke Harwood, Louisiana; Charley Allsopp and Bob Reilly, Florida. Other 83

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Classmates included: Art Rawson. Jake Glick, Max Dimcan. Pappy Sims, Bill Montgomery, Norm Nash, Jerry Miller, Bob McWethy, John Marocchi, and JT Hill.

We received regrets from several regulars unable to attend because of health problems or other commitments. These included: OIlie Atkinson. CharUe Bishop, Paul Smith. Jerry O'Donnell, Roy Werthmuller, John Rowan, Paul Smith, and Tom Smith. We look forward to having them join us next year. A fairly large number did not indicate whether they would attend. It is assumed that they are no longer interested or able to play and they will not be mailed entry forms unless they request them.

It should be noted that our loyal secretary.

Bob Day, attended the post match activities and presented the prizes. This is always a highhght of the day, and we all look forward to seeing the one who really holds our Class together. Also Buzz Betzel attended as a nonplayer and rode the course with his close friend, Duke Harwood.

We were fortunate to have other participants substituting for Classmates who had canceled.

These included Skip Hill, JT's brotiier, Fred Frederici "57, and a fine group Art Rawson brought with him. Also playing were Norm Nash's two sons: Gordon, a Marine general, and Don. Turning to the Tournament results: Charley Allsopp repeated as low gross winner and won the Marine Cup, I (JT) won the Quantico Cup for low net. Other first five low gross winners were: Reggie Wickman, Ed Curran, Fred Dixon, and Jake Ghck. Other first five low net winners were: Bob Reilly, Don Nash, John Marocchi, and Bill Montgomery.

Other winners were: Don Nash, longest drive; Bob Reilly, closest to the pin; Fred Frederici, fewest number of putts; and. Norm Nash, a special prize.

On behalf of all contestants, I wish to express our deep appreciation to all who provided extra funds for the prizes. So many contributed to make the event successful 1 must apologize in advance for anyone who is overlooked. Specifically, I would like to mention Jerry Miller who once again donated the two frophies for the first place winnersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;gross and net. Other major contributors were Charhe Allsopp, Duke Harwood, Norm Nash, and John Marocchi. It is also noteworthy that there were three major contiibutors who were non-players: Bob Day, Paul Smith, and Buzz Betzel.

The customary meal at the Marine Corps League club was the traditional barbecue and shrimp, which was excellent as is usual. The 84

quality of the food and the service was outstanding. Particularly noteworthy were the efforts of the League Commandant, Mac Gamer, and staff.

As in the past, photo coverage was provided by my wife, Rita. She does an outstanding job and her photos over the past 19 years have enabled us to retain memories of this traditional event. This day could not have been such a success without the help, support, and cooperation of classmates and friends.

Oiu" toumament date for 2002 is Tuesday, 23 April. We hope to have a great tumout for the 20th Annual Mary E. Hill USNA '42 Golf Tournament. I hope you will plan ahead to avoid any scheduling conflicts. Entry forms will be mailed in December.

P.S. One player may have left a London Fog jacket at the club, light green with a dark green collar, size large; and another left three irons (5, 7, 9) and a pitching wedge. Contact JT at 703-221-3490.

Glick. Duncan, and McWethy

Bob Lim provided a glimpse of his family's gathering in Tuscany in 2000 in a photo Christmas card, which arrived at Easter thus doing double duty by design. The clan obviously prospers and if my count was correct numbered 26 in addition to Bob. He is looking forward to the 60th, so I am sure we shall see and hear more about this fine family.

Jeannette and Roy Werthmuller spent early April on a leg of the QE2 world cmise, embarking in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and traveling to Muscat, Jordan, Egypt, and debarking at Naples. Roy served on the Middle East Force Staff in 1950 so had wanted to go back to the Persian Gulf for years to see what changes might have been made. And changes they found! When he first visited Abu Dhabi there were no paved roads serving the one track and one Land Rover both of which belonged to the Sheikh. One of the Sheikh's relatives gave Roy a memorable ride in the Rover, jumping over the sand dunes and leaving an impression that has lasted to this day! Dubai has a gold "souk" (market) with many, many gold shops, so Jeannette was able to create her own more "permanent" memories.

We have a letter from Laura Keeney Zavala OzavaIa@staff.dailyregister.com). granddaughter of Bud Keeney who was lost in May 1945 while serving as a lieutenant in LAGARTO patrolling in the South China Sea. Bud had previously served in NORTH CAROLINA. Her father.

Art Keeney ED, was just over a year old when Bud was lost. Laura is seeking anything or anyone that could provide her with mformation of her grandfather for a memory book she is compiling as a gift to her father. If you can assist or provide the names of someone who might, please contact her at P.O. Box 184, Harrisburg, IL 62946; 800-283-8117; or by email.

The Eighth Company Wardroom has been sponsored by "42 for over 30 years. On 29 April the 8th Company had a Dining-Out at the Officers" and Faculty Club to which were invited Russell and Jack Hinchey, Edie and Frank O'Brien, Trilby and Max Duncan, and Peggy and Jim Small. Bill Houser, accompanied by Jan Evans, was the principal speaker.

He talked about the Battle of Midway and was very well received, making for an interesting and delightful evening.

Peggy and Jim Small are proud to announce that thefr daughter, Margaret, is now a Doctor of Philosophy, having received her Ph.D. on 6 May from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Winn Esler, following Cliff Esler's death last year, had been Uving in a retfrement apartment in Mt. Pleasant, SC, while her closest family, daughter Ellen, husband, and two teenage daughters lived in Chapel Hill, NC. With no reason to remain in South Carohna, Winn moved to a wonderful facility just one mile from her daughter. Duke is Wirm's alma mater so she knows the area and is even getting used to the awful traffic. WTiile she is not planning to attend the 60th, she does have a daughter living near Annapolis and may join in the fiin.

Her new address is Carol Woods Retfrement Community, 750 Weaver Dairy Road, #187, Chapel Hill. NC 27514-1441; 919-918-3452.

Carmen. Bill Easton's widow, passed away on 27 May in the nursing facility in Virginia Beach where she had been confined since suffering a severe stioke over a year ago. She was bom in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, and is survived by their three sons, a daughter, and nine grandchildren. She was buried in Arlington Cemetery.

Joe T\illy passed away on 2 May, just 46 days after Ruth had died. In a note Joe sent me on 17 April about her passing, he made no mention of any personal difficulties and had resumed living in their Carmel, CA. home where he died. Bud Barker, who also lived in Carmel and provided the obituary from the Monterey Counts' Herald, used to see Joe at the Maritime Museum where the latter served as a volunteer and noted that he was not doing too well a year ago when they last met. Joe retired in 1972 with a heart problem but in the ensuing years had made a number of trips to San Antonio from Carmel towing a horse trailer for his daughters, and was active in several organizations in the Monterey area and a number of national military associations.

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Johnny Neff passed away quietly at Trippler Hospital in Honolulu, on 19 May with members of the family present. He had been living with pulmonary fibrosis for many months and he and Barbara had moved into a retirement community last November. She had to use a walker to get about and they had realized that their limitations would prevent their coming to the 60th. Jim Borop and Don Wilson had kept in touch with Barbara and Johnny over the

to our days in retirement playing golf in the weekly "Lazenby Group Shootout" on the Naval Academy golf course. He was a fun Annual Membership: 32% loving, hard working individual and, above Life Membership: 54% all, strongly family oriented to his wife, Lois, Pres: CAPT E. A. Robie, USN (Ret.) children, and grandchildren. He will be 2111 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 greatly missed by all. h: 410-224-0850; e: edrobie@aol.com Bob Greenwood said: Sec'y: CAPT "Jack" Van Ness Jr., USN (Ret) When we have been asked by family or 7108 Broxburn Dr., Bethesda, MD 20817 friends outside of our Navy circles what our h: 301-320-4564; e: Jvanness43@aol.com '43 experience has meant to us, we have years. Don was a shipmate in NORTH CAROLINA. immediately thought of the wonderful Important Announcement As this column was being put to bed, the treasure of close friendships with our As you are all aware, our 60th Reunion is many Classmates.

Alumni Association forwarded an obituary for less than a year away. It has been decided There is something special in having muBob Armstrong who passed away at his home that the reunion will be held in Annapolis tual trust and respect with hundreds of indiand the timing will be in June, celebrating in Pensacola, FL, on 26 May, where he had viduals who have shared decades of life's the date of our graduation on 19 June 1942. retired as C O of the Naval Pre-Flight School experiences. For Hazel and me our thoughts You should have received a flyer in May in 1961. Bob pursued a career as a teacher for at this time go to all those who will miss requesting information from you for the nearly 20 years before retiring a second time Bill Doyel. Lois and Bill were always there 60th. Hopefully all of you have returned the in 1982. for any small or large need by Classmates. survey form to Fred Feamow.

The Class extends its sympathy to Barbara They were always ready to participate, and The location of our Reunion Headquarters Neff and family and to Ehzabeth Armstrong quick to pull more than their share of any will be Loews Hotel on West Street, where and their families. load. We are confident that Lois is being well we have reserved 75 rooms. We have Cotaken care of, and, perhaps, she is spared Chairmen Fred Fearnow, our Class vice some of the loneliness we all feel. president, and Les Heselton working hard When asked about his good friend, Bill to establish committees, and a great organiDoyel, Swede Hansen said: zation is in place. We want to be certain that all Classmates, wives, and widows attend— Bill and I were shipmates on our first tour let us know any special thoughts or requests of sea duty after graduation. This was the you may entertain. start of a lifelong friendship during which I always enjoyed Bill's company, his sense of You will be kept informed of our planning humor and his ability to keep things on an and progress through a 60-Countdown reeven keel even under trying circumstances. port in our Shipmate column or flyers from the co-chairmen. Please start your plans to Above all. Bill was a devoted husband, faattend and let us know of any special assisther, and grandfather I remember the deep tance you may require. Ed Robie courage and commitment he demonstrated Wilbur Tenney Doyel when the health of his wife, Lois, began to fail. Finally, I remember the valiant fight he Our C l a s s m a t e , known as Bill "Water waged as he attempted to regain his health Tight" Doyel died on 5 April 2001, in Largo, during the final months of his life. We will FL, from complications following a fall in his certainly miss "Water Tight" Doyel. home. Surviving are his beloved and loving Al Rasmussen had these words: wife of 56 years, Lois Stiles Doyel; three sons, The Class of '43 has truly lost a great Christopher Doyel '69, Roger Doyel '72, and friend and dedicated Naval officer.

John; and ten grandchildren.

Joseph Eugene Volonte A memorial service, well attended by many Our Classmate Joe Volonte died on 25 friends, family, and Classmates, was held on March 2001, in New Jersey, from complica10 April in Largo. This was followed, on tions following a stroke several weeks earlier.

19 A p r i l — a beautiful s p r i n g d a y — b y a Surviving are his devoted wife, Joan; a daughmemorial service in the Chapel of the Naval ter and a son; two stepsons and one stepdaughA c a d e m y , followed by i n u r n m e n t in the ter; and 12 grandchildren. Joe's first wife, Columbarium of the Naval Academy.

Eleanor, died in 1982.

When asked h o w he remembers "Water Funeral services were held on 30 March 2001, Tight," Ed Robie said: at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison, NJ, with "Water Tight" Doyel was a true friend inumment in the columbarium of the church.

Rawson. Hap. JT from Midshipman days in the 3rd Battalion Joe had a long, varied, and distinguished career in both the Navy and industry. He served in battleships in both the Aflantic and Pacific in World War II, had command of the destroyer

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JOSEPH P. KENNEDY and when ashore, served

in key positions in the Navy's missile and space programs. After retirement from the Navy in 1964, he held several executive positions with AT&T, before finally retiring from AT&T in 1984.

The writer David Lloyd was serving in JOSEPH P. KENNEDY when Joe came aboard as

commanding officer. David wrote the following memorable tribute to Joe, taken from a letter to Joan, with her permission: '42: Hap. Betty Allsopp. Charlie Allsopp, JT

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Joe was one of my few true heroes. He came aboard ship (KENNEDY) at a time when morale was low and the ship in serious decline following the reign of a troubled, erratic, and deeply disliked captain. In a very short time Joe had turned usâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and everything about the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;around. We were lucky enough to be serving in peacetime, but it's no exaggeration, I think, to say that all of us would have been very proud to sail into battle with him, or into the eye of a hurricane, or any place else he wanted us to sail.

As a quote from Mr Roberts says: "He was a bom leader; there is no other kind."

Philip Parkinson Hambsch Our Classmate Phil Hambsch died peacefully in his sleep on 13 March 2001, in San Diego. S u r v i v o r s i n c l u d e h i s d a u g h t e r s .

Laurel and Troy, and son, Kevin. A memorial service and burial were conducted on 4 June 2001, and Phil was laid to rest in Fort Roscrans Memorial Park.

After oiu" graduation in June 1942, Phil spent the war years on destroyers, and went to fhght training as the war ended. His aviation tours included carrier squadron assignments and later positions in aviation and aerospace engineering.

Phil's character was clearly evident in his assignment right after g r a d u a t i o n to the pre-commissioning cadre of TAYLOR (DD-468).

It is summarized by another officer of this same pre-commissioning cadre. Heath Angelo, who wrote: I first encoimtered Phil Hambsch at Bath, ME, where we were just about the first two officers to report to T.^YLOR for duty.

TAYLOR was still up on the ways, awaiting launching. As the weeks dragged on, other officers arrived, including the prospective commanding officer.

Assignments were made to each of the officers, but it was immediately apparent that Phil was being loaded down with many minor duties. Phil took all of this in stride and with good humor.

Once out to sea following commissioning, we were confronted with many drills as both the officer complement of TAYLOR and the crew were, for the most part, inexperienced. TAYLOR was assigned to protect convoys in the North Atlantic. The weather was dismal, the seas were rough, and bridge watches were four hours on and four hours off, around the clock. As often happens, we were seasick to the extent that we always had a bucket on hand for use when "tossing our cookies."

The commanding officer and two of the more senior officers seemed to delight in tormenting Phil. The CO asked Phil dozens of times if he was still fit and ready for duty.

He constantly criticized Phil for poor station-keeping and boggled flag-hoist and light-signal communications. Phil took it all like a man, without complaint. I developed a total admiration for him.

When the first two executive officers on TAYLOR collapsed with nervous breakdowns, I became executive officer I was determined to support Phil in any way I could. Just at that time there came a "call" for junior officers to apply for flight training. I told Phil that, if he applied, I would support him Shipmate. July-August 2001

'43; L to r: Patty and Ed Robie, MIDN 1/C Don Sherrill, with fiance MIDN 1/C Erin Musser, LaNelle and Det Detweiler

'43: L to r; Bill Newlon. Wally Newlon, and MIDN 1/C Mike Bradley with fiance Sarah Scanlan

in any way I could. Phil applied, and was accepted, and the bond between us was strengthened.

I prepared an Outstanding Fitness Report on Phil, and, to my surprise, the commanding officer approved it.

It was highly gratifying to watch the sailors in Phil's Division say good-bye to him, and I wondered if I would ever run into Phil again. Fortunately, I did, and I consider Phil to have been a life-long brother in spirit, if not in fact.

Third Company Dining Out From time to time our '43-sponsored 3rd Company has a formal Dining-In or DiningOut, to which members of '43 have been invited. These are always evenings of tradition, formality, and good humor, not to mention the opportunity for us to mingle informally with the future officers of the Navy.

Such a Dining-Out was held by the 3rd Company on Friday evening, 6 April, at Alumni Hall. Representing our Class that evening were: Patty and Ed Robie, G e o and Wes Burnett, LaNelle and Det Detweiler, Jane and Les Heselton, Eleanor and Dick Lazenby, and Wally and Bill Newlon.

A great time was had by all, and was captured on film. Forty-three thanks the 3rd Company for inviting members of our Class to the event.

Ray Peet, Rickover, and Bainbridge For several months you have been able to read of the relationship of our Ray Peet and A D M Rickover as Ray brought BAINBRIDGE to

operational status. What follows is the final chapter of this fascinating story...

Ray Peet continues: All good things come to an end. In July 1964 I was relieved by CAPT Hal Castle while we were deployed to the Med, and just before

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ENTERPRISE/LONG BEACH/

BAINBRIDGE nuclear task force departed on an around the world, non-stop cruise. I was off to attend the National War College, a welcome tour of duty after having been involved with one ship for nearly five years, so long that my son, Gary, was shocked when he learned that BAINBRIDGE wouldn't be willed to him.

In retirement many years later, I visited BAINBRIDGE in San Diego. The ship met all

my expectations. I was proud of her appearance and the smartness of the men manning hen I recalled what I had said at the Commissioning Ceremony: 'This ship can go where we want, when we want, and, for all practical purposes, as long as we want, on the surface of the seas in the best interests of our country, and as a mighty force in the cause of freedom everywhere. You may be assured that the objective of all of us assigned to operate BAINBRIDGE is to be worthy of your tmst and confidence, and by so doing, answer President Kennedy's challenge of asking not what our country can do for us, but what we can do for our country.

Ray, on b e h a l f of t h e C l a s s , thank you for sharing your interesting and informative e x p e r i e n c e s w i t h A D M R i c k o v e r and BAINBRIDGE.

Veteran Pilots Our Classmate Dale Cox recently sent in this photograph of himself and Jim Stockdale '47.

Classmates, w e ' r e talking veteran test pilots here!

Jim and Dale, together with wives Sybil and Pat, had recently enjoyed supper at the Hotel del Coronado. Test Pilot 12 graduates were recalled, and sea stories retold. Jim, among his many accomplishments, made over 2,000 carrier traps in the F8U. A n d . . . w e will never forget...received the Congressional Medal of Honor for being Officer-in-Charge for seven years at the "Hanoi Hilton."

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Jim Stockdale and Dale Cox Boating on the Seine Our Class includes a number of "special" one-of-a-kind guys, and this small group obviously includes George Cornelius. George has sent in the following story which you are sure to enjoy.

Here's George: Like Jill and Larry Kurtz, Sally and 1 got hooked on playing at boats, but ours was what the wind and canvas purists deride as a "stinkpot." We rescued our venerable nautical artifact from the gooey mud of the Seine River backwater behind the house we were renting on an island 30 miles west of Paris in 1970. The island flooded once a year, filling our cellar.

Next door to our house was a large bamlike structure within which there extended down into the creek, at an angle of some 20 degrees, a pair of parallel iron rails. A sturdy four-wheeled cradle pulled by a cable and winch carried boats of various descriptions up into the interior of the building for repairs. The cavernous building was crammed with an incredible jumble of odds and ends.

We acquired our "mud-stuck" vessel by a complex process of French red tape. It was allegedly owned and abandoned by a fugitive from justice who bought it from a Danish mariner who had used it to chart all the ports of the Mediterranean and sell the results to Esso Oil. Gurgling noises from the bilges as our craft was towed across the creek to the railway warned us that we had to get her on the cradle fast. We made it, but found that the entire side that had been in the shade for two years was rotten.

We tore out and replaced rotten planks, and ripped out and threw away every wood part inside her except the oaken ribs. This took two years, not counting the repair of the engines and electrical wiring.

The two diesel three-cylinder direct drive engines were built in Scotland before World War II, were worn out and had not run in years. All of the wiring insulation was rotten. We found a weird French math professor who moonlighted as a mechanic. He said he could rejuvenate the engine, but only on condition that we hire his electrician for the wiring. That person turned out to be a female student. Her electrical knowledge was nil, but she earned her pay when she towed the boat to the workshop, wading waist deep in the creek's filthy muck, the professor sitting comfortably on the foredeck, calling out cheery words of encouragement as she sweated and floundered.

Our nutty professor did get the engines going, with great clouds of smoke. A refugee Polish engineer arrived one day and we hired him to teach us to run the boat.

As an aside, George said that he was qualified to stand a top OOD destroyer watch, to dive a submarine, and to land a plane on a carrier, but that this old British assembly of wood and metal odds and ends required a special touch.

When the exhaust and muffler water jackets began leaking on our maiden voyage of 30 miles up the Seine to Paris, the Polish engineer just disconnected the pipes from the engines, filling the boat with smoke and requiring that we throw away all of our clothes that were hanging in the smoke-filled closets.

But finally, moored to the quay below the Place de la Concorde in Paris, we finished, more or less, our fitting out.

To read the rest of the saga of MASQUERADE, we will have to wait until George gets it written. But it will tell of the v o y a g e from Paris down the canals and rivers, in the worst flood season in France in history, with one engine broken down, the other with no reverse gear, arriving at the Mediterranean just at Christmas time.

When asked would he and Sally do it again, George answered with some words that are deleted here so not to offend the readers' delicate ears.

First Africa, Now Costa Rica Peggy and Fenton Smith never do things in a small way. Hopefully you remember their adventures during a two-week trip to Africa with 16 members of their family several months ago. More recently it was a weeklong trip to Costa Rica with 15 family members.

One highlight of the vacation was a ride on a "zip line"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;cables stretched from treetop to treetop on a downhill stretch. You find yourself hanging from a pulley as you race along some 50 feet above the jungle. Some in the group thought it was a bit much for 80-yearo l d s , but F e n t o n said: " W e e n j o y e d it.

Some excitement!"

Dan said: In 1955, while operating just south of Marseille with INTREPID, I was launched with a flight of ADs. By the time we got six or eight aircraft off the deck, flight operations were cancelled because of high wind conditions.

Winds of 60 to 80 knots were coming straight out of the Rhone Valley, directly at us.

We were called back aboard while the ship reduced its speed to steerageway, about 6 knots. I was the first back aboard. The landing signal officer left his platform and walked me up to about the number two wire before the cut, upon which 1 landed at a relative speed of about 20 knots! Unheard of!

I had 73 knots of wind over the deck, and then, by the time the last of my flight got down, the wind was back to normal!

Less We Forget...

Classmates, the fact that this column is being completed on Memorial Day 2001 is sufficient to remind all of us that we should not forget to pass on the many experiences of our decades of service to those who will come after us. This can be done in many ways, including sending me your "stories" for inclusion in our Class column. Please consider doing this.

There are sure to be many incredible achievements that need to be told.

Coming Up Stories in preparation include: Lew Walker donates John Paul Jones volume. Bob Karl goes fishing. Windjammer] "Van" Van Dusen goes to sea, Joe Donahoe in occupied Japan, Jim Heg and the "Diving Six" Plus...some great photos!

That's '43 Family For Today And Proud To Be '43!

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Fenton Straps In! Low and Slow The following story was sent in by our Classmate Dan Wildfong, in part in response to a recent story in this column about "launching to the rear" from cartiers with bows damaged in the big June 1945 typhoon in the Pacific.

For the information of those who have not called me, or emailed me and especially for those who are involved / goofed! I am very sorry. In the June issue 1 meant to congratulate John not Frank (God Bless His Soul) and I apologize to Barbara Biewer and hope that she and the newly-wed Burkes will forgive me. 1 also misspelled Tora, not once but three times.

I will proofread more carefully, I promise.

The task of writing a column in May that will not be published until the July-August issue is a chore. All the news is old to some of us, a lot of it is sad and is sometimes about Classmates who we didn't know. This month is a perfect example but, I'm hoping that some of you will be glad to hear the latest on some Classmates about whom you have wondered.

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George Peery sent me a couple of memory jerkers. The first is a picture that was taken in July '41 on the Chesapeake Bay YP cmise and shows off the muscles of Shuf Swift, Willie Weschler. and George himself Obviously a No. 1 crew. He also included one taken near the end of Plebe Summer in August '40 of five Plebes who shared a room. Do you recognize Pat Patterson, Joe McClane, "Muggsy" McGraw, Hal Castle, and George?

The lovely young lady in the picture (see above) is George's sister, Jeanne Peery, and the occasion was a Peery family visit.

Dave "Mo" Henderson. Art Bauson's car. and J.G. "Gov" Ward Shipmate, July-August 2001

Art Battson and Herchel Downs

Two of our Classmates who attended the April luncheon at Tom Hamm's Lighthouse on Harbor Island, San Diego, are very proud of their automobile license plates. "Mo" Henderson is seen with his "NA44" and "Gov" Ward and Mo show off Art Battson's "4USNA4." Art was taking the pictures. Good going guys! I'd be proud too, if I had plates like those!

Art was in Shreveport, LA, his hometown, in March prior to the luncheon where he encountered Herchel Downs at a cocktail party they attended. An old drinking buddy of theirs, that they have known since second grade, a retired naval aviator, threw this party. Leave it to '44 to find the parties! Art also met for coffee one of the momings with some other high school buddies, now prominent oil men and Herchel's name came up in the conversation. These men said Herchel is the best oil lawyer in the south! We do have distinguished Classmates. Go '44!

Maj Gen Richard Murray, USAF (Ret.), president of the National Association of Uniformed Services (NAUS), was the guest speaker at the May luncheon at the Navy Yard, Washington, D.C. His topic was "Tricare for Life." He wamed us, "Do not cancel your secondary medical insurance until after 1 October 2001 or until after the federal budget has been passed by both the House and Senate and signed by the resident, whichever occurs last."

Our ladies were invited to join us and a most enjoyable and informative time was had by all.

At this meeting a vote was taken which supported the suggestion that the Washington Chapter luncheons from now on (May) will alternate between Annapolis and Washington.

So, if you are going to be in our area on the

first Thursday of the month please check with one of us to find out where! Our esteemed Class president is attempting to set up even numbered months in one location and odd months in the other. When the decision is made, this column will publish it.

George Watkins sent us a few words on his flying activity nowadays and I quote: If you don't have an afterburner, fly an aero glider That is how I feel, and Monica and I have been operating Crystal Soaring Inc. for the past ten years. For the first eight years we operated in the high desert, near Palmdale, Los Angeles County, but now we operate out of the Lompoc Airport, Santa Barbara County. When we moved from Palmdale, we downsized from 11 gliders and three tow-planes to five gliders and one towplane. We give glider rides and although we no longer instruct basic glider instruction, we do provide glider acrobatic instruction for licensed pilots (glider, power or jet). In fact, we are one of the few commercial glider operators to instruct in all three classes of acrobatics for competition (Sports, Intermediate, and Unlimited classes).

We have an active group of acrobatic pilots, all ex-students who participate in three or four acrobatic contests annually as well as the U.S. National Acrobatic Competition.

This year, for the first time, the power acrobatics and the glider acrobatics will participate in the same contest, which will be 2-8 September 2001 in Dennison, TX. More than 100 participants are expected for this event, including about 20 glider pilots. We will take our Fox glider to Texas for the contest. Of our six participating aero pilots, there will be two competing in the Unlimited class (including yours truly), three in the Intermediate, and one in the Sports class.

This will be my eighth participation in the National U.S. Glider Acrobatic Competition.

In the programs this year there is a lot of outside work and inverted maneuvers (7g-ito 4.5g-). And I can tell you this; having done a lot of acrobatic flying in props and jets.. .they are a piece of cake compared to glider acrobatic flying.

For all you Classmates who might be interested in some of this glider stuff, just come out to Santa Barbara County and check us out!

Hey! George, Why don't you bring one of those engineless flying machines back here for the 60th Reunion?

The Navy EP-3/Chinese incident has provoked several comments at our luncheons and I do not wish to contradict anything that was said, nor do I wish to embartass anyone involved, so I went to a source that I think should be accurate, in order to print the story. I wanted the rest of the Class to know about this as I had not heard about it before. I imagine there are others who hadn't. The sources of the following information were from the Fighter Squadron 54 Cruise Book for the MarchNovember 1954 deployment aboard PHILIPPINE SEA when a similar incident to the EP-3 occurred. Tucked inside the cruise book was a printed document titled "Notes for Discussion With Press." I will quote chronologically from each of them.

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At 9:18 a.m., 23 July 1954, Commander Naval Forces, Philippines, requested that Commander First Fleet give assistance as practicable to a British Air Cathay airliner in distiess and preparing to ditch 20 miles south of Hainan Island (18-OlN, UO-OIE).

At 10:25 a.m. PHILIPPINE SEA launched the

first search flight of AD Skyraider attack planes. Regular jetfightercombat air patrol was also launched. At 11:44 p.m. HORNET launched AD Douglas Skyraiders to search also. At 1 p.m. relief launches were made and these aircraft reported an Albatross and British Sunderland on the water at the crash site. The search was called off at 4:39 p.m. because it was thought that the British seaplanes had rescued all survivors. This information later proved to be in error At 5:27 p.m. the shocking word was received from Commander Naval Forces, Philippines, that the British Airliner had been attacked and shot down by Communist Chinese planes and that U.S. citizens were in jeopardy. At 9 a.m. the next moming the first flights were launched. The search aircraft were escorted by low-level combat air patrol. At 10:10 a.m., this group led by CDR George C .

Duncan '39 were attacked by two LA-7 Red planes (Chinese) 15 miles east of the mouth of the Wan Ch'uan Ho River. ThefirstLA-7 was shot down by LT Roy M. Tatum and the second was shot down by LCDR WilUam H. Alexander, both pilots flying AD Skyraiders and from Fighter Squadron 54.

In the air at the same time in the vicinity were: LCDR Edgar B. Salsig in a F4U from VC-3 Detachment, Aubrey R. Seller in a F9F from VF-52, LCDR Clarence A. Hill in a AD-4 From VC-35 Detachment, and LCDR John F. Driscoll in a F9F from VFP61 Detachment.

Well what do you know? Not one, not two, but five Classmates being jumped by Chinese fighter aircraft outside the 12 mile limit south of Hainan. Sound familiar?

Beaver Horton asked Windy to say "Hello" to all his Classmates. So, as his relief I'm carrying out his request. Rojo Adamson spent his 80th birthday with his daughter in Austin, TX, and he says "Hello" also. We aim to please!

Address changes: Johnnie and Paul Crutchfield, RO. Box #3872, Duluth, GA 30096; Joan and Richard Seacord, #1 Walter Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851-4121, 203-8463192; Melissa and Windy Whidden, 1109 Vera Craz Court, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 Trish Tumer called to inform me that her husband B. Craig Tumer passed away on 22 March 2001. Please see "Last Call" for his obituary. Remembrances may be made to the Shrine Hospital Burn Center, 450 South Tucson Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716 or to a charity of the donors choice.

On 3 April 2001 Hope Fitzpatrick, widow of Wayne N. Fitzpatrick, died in Baltimore after a long illness. A memorial service at the Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, 611 Baltimore/ Annapolis Blvd. (Rte. #2) in Sevema Park, MD, preceded her being inurned at the USNA Columbarium. Memorials may be sent to the Church, or to Hospice of Baltimore, 6601 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21204.

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Also, after a long illness Bette Merrill, wife of Ralph F. Merrill, succumbed on 9 April 2001. Mass was said in her memory at Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Naples, FL, on 12 April 2001 and burial was at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

And I have a very difficult time telling you about our Class president of 15 years, Henry S. Barbour, who passed away at Washington Hospital Center on 12 May 2001. Funeral services were at the Naval Academy Chapel on 16 May with a family-only inurnment at the Columbarium. A reception in the Officers' and Faculty Club followed. Hank had entered the hospital a week before because of a carotid artery problem and a blockage in the arteries of the heart. He had been on dialysis treatments three days a week in Annapolis for a number of months. We all moum with you Nancy, as we have lost not only a Classmate but a good friend. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and for him. May he rest in peace!

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In a brief address, President Parke provided background that led to the establishment of the essay contest. Everett told of Earl's youth in Appalachia and of his gratitude to the Academy for the education he received. Earl bequeathed his worldly goods to our Class stipulating that funds should be devoted to the Academy. Everett also mentioned the other donations from our Class proceeding from Triton Point with its light flashing 4-5 and the Sea Gate, to the Field House score board, to the chairs in Alumni Hall memorializing our Classmates lost in combat, to the new wing at the Crown Sailing Center. The Class was represented by Jim Cockrill and Lando Zech in addition to Everett.

Slates for both the Foundation and Association were presented at the May meeting. Dick Van Orden and Dick Wilson were nominated for chairman and vice-chairman of the Foundation. The Association slate: Bert Findley for president; John Rich for vice-president; Bill Hoover for vice-president, Annapolis Area; Richard Dzikowski, for secretary; and Fred Kelley for treasurer. If your bet is on any or all of these candidates, your money is safe.

The Way We Are We failed to carry Dick Van Orden to vicAnnual Membership: 26% tory in his quest to represent the Mid-Atiantic Life Membership: 53% Region on the USNA AA Board of Tmstees.

The final vote was akin to the Florida vote in Pres; CDR L. B. Findly, USN (Ret.) the last election. When all the butterfly bal6009 Oakdale Road, McLean, VA 22101-3334 lots and dimpled chads were counted, Dick lost h: 703-536-4781 Corr. Sec'y: CDR Robert O. Sherman, USN (Ret.) by nine votes; 297 for the winner, John 4208 Ormond Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304-1621 Adams, to 288 for Dick. h: 703-370-5867; e: rosherm@aol.com Marge Fallon, Doc Fallon's widow, called In Memoriam to give us her new address: Vinson Hall, #170, Our Classmate Edwin Curry "Ted" Bain 6251 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA Jr., succumbed to cancer on 23 April 2001. A 22101; 703-536-0151. Marge also noted that memorial service was held at 2 p.m., 1 May, a year had passed since we lost Andy Kerr. at St. Andrew's Chapel followed by inumment She provided information about Andy and his in the Naval Academy Columbarium. son, Alex, that must await a future column.

Foundation Proceedings and Association Mark Tremaine gives us his new address: Business 7190 Chen-y Bluff Drive, Atianta, GA 30350; The award ceremony for winners of the CDR 678-579-0317.

William Earl Fannin Capstone Essay ConI moved to Atlanta permanently last sumtest took place in Beach Hallm on 23 April mer to live with my daughter, Jean. She is 2001. The accompanying photo, provided by in business and permanently anchored here.

Carolyn Schwenk of the U.S. Naval Institute, I was very lonely after Jane died in March pictures our President Everett Parke, with 1999, and decided after living alone for over three of the four contest winners. The fourth a year to come down here. We bought a beauwinner, MIDN Timothy Strabbing '01 was tiful home and now that I've gotten familiar unable to attend. with the area, I am enjoying life again.

Dick Hardy called from the land of the bean and the cod tell us he is returning to Pennsylvania. His new address is: 1226 Town Square South, Manheim, PA 17545; 717-664-2727.

The postal service is not as reliable as it was in the past. Our column is submitted by email but the photos are sent by snail mail. Jackie Furton of the Shipmate editorial staff, noted that the photos for the June issue did not arrive. They did, some 12 days later, but too late for the June issue. A rewrite, substitute photos, and a quick trip to Annapolis put the June column to bed. So here are the entries that Capstone Essay Contest Winners, standing from 1 to r; failed to make the June issue.

Midshipmen Ryan Vest. Melissa Sullivan '01, and Roland Blackhaus

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From Johnny Price: Joyce and I just returned from a 24-day cmise tour through New Zealand and Australia. We flew to Auckland, cniised through New Zealand and then over to Sydney. From there we flew to the Great Barrier Reef for five days. It was a great trip but the long flight home was quite tiring.

We were able to make contact with George Jennings—old 12th Companymate—who resides in Australia. George drove three hours from his ranch to meet us in Sydney.

The enclosed photo shows the three of us having lunch at the American Club in Sydney where Georse is a member.

'4,>: Mini-iciini(in in Florida. L to r; {Mdli-ih W innic .lohiison. Bobbie Davidson. Willie and Yvette Ferguson, and Don .MKI Ann Rockwell; (standing) Tsii .Johnson and Huh Daxidson

George Jennings with Joyce and Johnny Price

Bobbie and Hub Davidson spent a week in February with Winnie and Ted Johnson at their home in Winter Haven. Ted and Winnie hosted a mini-reunion on 6 Febraary. "From low to highest in the fleet, we pledged the Blue and Gold."

Florida proved to be the gathering place for East Coast C l a s s m a t e s this past winter.

Here we have two photos of the fun loving golfing group that meets annually to play that humbling game—humbling for all but Tiger Woods.

"45; Eraie and Jayne Barrett with Lucy and Sam Simpson at the Simpson"s place. Mariner's Sands. Stuart. FL

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'4.1; Burt and .Marge Findly. Jayne and Ernie Barren. Caiol and Oeorgc Ellis, and Stu Boucock al the Barretts home Bob Young with his daughter, Annette Howell

Our faithful West Coast photographer. Bill Traynor, has sent more pictures of those gathering for a luncheon last March at the Marine Corps Depot Bayview Club in San Diego.

Betty Steere writes: Fran Rawhngs arranged a gathering of '45 residents in the Tidewater Area at Atlantic Shores, 27 April. We gathered 23 Classmates, wives, and widows. Bob Hogsed provided a roster of Classmates with the heading, "The Spirit Survives with '45," which he thought most appropriate. We had a great day and so good to see everyone.

I enclose several snaps of the occasion. Pat Cullen, Bob Hogsed, and Frank Rawlings are all in residence at Atlantic Shores.

There are octogenarians among us. Johnny Price writes: On 19 April I passed another big milestone—celebrated my 80th birthday. I enjoy reading the '45 column in Shipmate each month, but it is sad to see the ranks diminishing so rapidly.

Shipmate, July-August 2001

'45: Barbara and Hal Hoffer. Pat Hannifin, and Jim and Sally Hamburg

'45; The Tidewater Spirit, from 1 to r: (seated) Len Volk. Jack Cabaniss. Buck Steere. Bob Hogsed. and Fred Gore; (standing) Bill Steuteville. Jim Smith. Frank Rawlings. Pat Cullen. Jim Cole, and Bob Kays 91

Willie Ferguson conducts a morough inspection of his eyelid interiors Willie Ferguson was less exuberant during his 80th birthday celebration.

The Way We Were A k i n d l e t t e r a r r i v e d from D u t c h y Ellenberger. Before relating Dutchy's input, I am compelled to provide a bit of history.

Dutchy was one of the strongest men in our Class. He didn't break any of the strength measuring machines that tested us upon arrival at USNA but I'm sure he bent a few. Dutchy was a companymate and somehow, when out physical training was a wrestling session, Dutchy was my opponent. This match-up—^it was hardly a match—was not my choice. On the contrary, when we arrived in the wrestling loft, I did my best to blend into the wallpaper, so to be unnoticed. It was my hope, as 1 lingered in the background, that Dutchy would be assigned a worthy opponent. That never happened. Why not? Well, because inevitably, when I glanced over my shoulder, there stood Dutchy, stolid, determined, and worst of all, much too close.

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I came to realize—it took less than five seconds into our first match—that Dutchy's goal was to swab the mat, eradicate all dirt and obliterate every smudge. I failed to appreciate such a commendable goal because, you see, I was his swab. I had a far less lofty goal. My goal was to survive, crawl to the edge of the mat, crawl out of the wrestling loft, and crawl back to Mother Bancroft. This is, I suppose, a story of success for we both achieved our separate goals, although I suspect Dutchy felt there remained some detail still to be accomplished.

Now to Dutchy's words.

In the recent Shipmate, Bob, you spent a fair amount of space asking for Classmates to send some copy. While working with a local volunteer newspaper for the past 20 years in suburban Cincinnati, OH, one of my roles developed into providing short stories and essays. Some of the stories involved my experiences in the Navy and reader response was gratifying. I tried to provide a lesson in every story.

Enclosed is "Hunky Dory," which ran about five years ago. The two lessons in the story are the meaning and origin of the expression "hunky dory" and the importance of being aware of surrounding events of possible harmful impact and taking appropriate action.

Please know that it is acceptable to me if you shorten the story for I know space is limited.

If you wish I can search out some other short stories or essays and send them to you.

Several stories are about Navy experiences and the essays are about smoking and old men climbing onto their roofs and falling.

Hamilton County, where I live, has the highest rate of death in the state from falls by homeowners. We are too parsimonious; we refuse to spend $25 to have our gutters cleaned by a pro. (Sec'y note: Dutchy, you struck again. Helen immediately hired pros to clean our gutters; the fee was $75.) Please understand that if you do not use any of my writing, it is all right with me—I'll just sit in my kitchen and cry my eyes out.

Bob, it was a great pleasure to be with you at our 55th in Annapolis.

The pleasure was mine, Dutchy; we didn't wrestle.

"Hunky Dory," A Short Story by Vernon Ellenberger.

After the Japanese surrender, I retumed to the United States in IDAHO, which was to be decommissioned and scrapped. Officers were needed for minesweepers to clear approaches to Japanese harbors. We young IDAHO officers were transferred to the Naval Mine Warfare School at Yorktown, VA, for three months training and then flown to assigned ships in Japan. I was to report to CHAMPION ( A M - 3 1 4 ) . I liked the name.

Upon arrival in Tokyo, we stayed for a few days aboard a large barge fitted out as a floating hotel. We needed only to check every moming for transportation to our sweepers.

1 then had two days free to explore Tokyo.

There wasn't much left. Passing through the famous Ginza shopping district in the heart of the city, we saw only ashes, and iron safes and refrigerators standing like guards where nothing was left to guard. It was January,

cold and dry. I was glad to move to the airport near Yokohama for my flight to Sasebo.

Our military bus to the airport was driven by an engaging Japanese driver who, in surprisingly good English, told us much about Yokohama and its history. Yokohama became the most important port on Tokyo Bay after ADM Perry opened Japan in 1854 to foreign commerce. Sailors looked forward to shore Uberty in the entertainment area near the port. Attractions included sake, "biru" (beer), silks, porcelains, and shows and other amusements including a red light disttict.

Drunken sailors became easy prey for those who wanted money and would not hesitate to injure or kill their victims. Ship captains eventually curtailed shore liberty. Business suffered until business proprietors persuaded the city officials to make one street safe. The street was named Hunky Dory, which translates to safe street in Enghsh. From that came the expression "Everjfthing is hunky dory" meaning everything is fine.

Upon our arrival at the airport we were told our PBM would take off in about two hours. A few of us decided to take a walk around the airport. We hurried because we wanted to get back to the hangar for coffee and a snack. However, I did pause to watch a plane being refueled. On completing the fueling procedure, the driver started to the next plane. When the truck moved ahead, the rear of the tank truck contacted the blade of a propeller, bending it about a foot or so.

As the tmck continued, the blade broke free and appeared to stiaighten out. I gave no further thought to the incident and retumed to the hangar in time to hear the order. "Pick up your bags and board the plane!" I compUed, found a bucket seat near a friend, buckled up, and settied back for a Uttie "shuteye" while en route to Sasebo, thinking "That's a nice name. Sasebo. Sasebo— sounds a littie Uke French 'Cest ce bon'."

The engines were started, the plane taxied to the mnway. and engine pre-flight initiated.

This final check seemed to take rather long with the flight engineer bringing the engines up to full power, first the one on the port side and then the starboard. The three officers on the flight deck appeared to be having a conference. The pilot was doing most of the talking. One of the others shrugged his shoulders. The third shook his head. I realized they were concerned about something, so I thought to tell them about the truck that struck a plane propeller. Unbuckling my seat belt and heading forward I heard a loud and firm voice, "Get back to your seat, lieutenant." I had been promoted to lieutenant junior grade only shortly before, so, thinking I should still be called ensign, I tumed around to see who the lieutenant was. The speaker meant me.

"I have to tell the pilot something."

"Okay, but keep it short, we're about to take off."

I said quickly to the pilot, "I saw a fuel truck back into a plane propeller just a little while ago."

The pilot's eyes narrowed as he asked, "Was it this plane?

"I don't know, sir."

With that the pilot nodded his head and said, "It could have been this plane."

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Turning to the other two on the flight deck he said with the voice of authority, "We'll take a different plane! Pass the word to get off with baggage and walk back to the hangar."

About an hour later we took off for Sasebo in a different PBM and everything was Hunky Dory.

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Annual Membership: 26% Life Membership: 51 %

March Forrestal Lecture. 1 to r: Clete Kennelly, Tommy Lasorda. and Al Bowen

Pres: VADM Charles H. Griffiths, USN (Ret) Vice Pres and Annapolis Factotum; CAPT Jim W. Foust, USN (Ret) 1914 Sleepy Hollow Lane. Annapolis, MD 21401 w: 800-334-5701 Treas: CAPT WUs F. Engel, USN (Ret) 6807 Rosewood St., Annandale, VA 22003 h: 703-256-5832 Sec'y: Clete Kennelly 7911 Sleaford Place, Betiiesda, MD 20814-4625 h: 301-654-7315 Com Sec'y: CAPT Ed Ellis, USN (Ret.) 5229 Barstow St., San Diego, CA 92117-2202 h; 858-278-8665; f: 858-576-0979 e: edmhe@aol.com Ed Ellis (7) asked me to write this column while he is away in Athens, Malta, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Greenland, Newfoundland, et al. So here goes.

A funny thing happened at our May luncheon here in the Greater Washington, D . C , area. The May birthday "boys" from this area were recognized on the grease board, they being: Dick Lyons for the 13th, Wendall McHenry for the 15th, BiU Simpson for the 8th, and Bob Tisdale for the 14th. Well, about halfway through the cocktail hour, June Simpson came up to me and said that she was not going to give Bill two birthday presents this year. His birthday is in December. I don't know where May came from, but as I told the group later, I did that on purpose to see if anybody noticed the board (yea right). Speaking of our luncheon, the following enjoyed the repast compliments of our host Perry Taylor (19): Lou and Bob Baylis (3), Pat and Chris Christensen (6), John Collins (15), Bea and Carl Duberg (11), John Dugger (13), SaUy and Wils Engel (4), Jack Fagan (19) (good to see Jack out again), Bobbie and Tom Faulders (5) (visiting from F l o r i d a ) , Al Glennon (4), Barbie and Chuck Griffiths (6), Chuck Hansmann (9) and guest Elsie, Jerry and Lucky Jordan (16), Clete Kennelly (10).

Ernie Lowen (2), Dutch Schultz (20), and June and Bill Simpson (4). The following pictures were taken at the luncheon.

Lou and Bob Baylis and Jack Fagan Speaking of birthdays, Ed Ellis said at his birthday last December that he felt so good he decided to take ten years off his age and celebrate 68 instead of 78. His daughter said he couldn't do that because it made him too young to be her father. Still, Ed is going to celebrate 69 vice 79 this year. I hope he's still feeling that good then. Personally, I've been celebrating anniversary years for some time now. In fact this October I'll be celebrating the 39th anniversary of my 39th birthday.

A couple of other photos not developed in time for inclusion in previous columns are from the March luncheon and the March Forrestal lecture.

Chuck Hansmann brought to the April luncheon his collection of naval related philatelic material. He had a cover posted on the submarine SQUALUS the day it was raised, and numerous covers from the recovery forces involved in the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo programs. He also had covers related to the Acron and Macon airship operations. Did you all see the recent TV coverage on the short hfe and death of SQUALUS? It was the first time that the experimental Momsen Diving Bell had been used to rescue people from a submarine lying on the ocean floor, especially down 220 feet below the surface.

Joe Winslow (5) sent a nice letter saying that he and Maria spent December and part of January in Auckland, New Zealand. Maria's daughter Angela is married to a "kiwi."

We stayed in a condo overlooking the America Cup Sailing Center which is the social center of the city with about 25 outside cafes—all with Christmas parties going on.

And can they party! The general good health of the population impressed us. They dive, swim, climb, hike, and camp and are extremely physically active. We thoroughly enjoyed New Zealand and the people. Ross, my son-in-law, invited me to watch him parachute at the local airport. I got talked into a tandem jump—out at 10,000 feet, free fall to 3,000— then the chute opened with an awful jerk. But the landing was a piece of cake. Maria asked me if I was afraid. I answered "No, I was not afraid, I was terrified."

So, we have Joe Winslow parachuting and Wendell McHenry mountain climbing. Who else out there does such adventurous things?

Hallie Rice sent me a note enclosing an obit on Steve Rowen, which I have forwarded to the Naval Academy. Hallie says that Steve was

CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP Keep in Touch Locally. www.usna.com/chapters "46; L to r: Chuck Griffiths, Bernie and Lou Junod, Wils Engel, and Dave and Helen Leighton Shipmate, July-August 2001

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Fifty Seven and a Half Reunion will be a Mississippi River Craise at a time to be determined by you all. Should we start at the south and go north or vice-versa; at which towns do we start and stop; what month in 203; etc.

Please send your ideas and indications of attendance to Ed Ellis.

Have a great summer; looking forward to seeing you all in the fall. Let's hear from you about the events mentioned above or just about you. That's what keeps this column going.

—Clete

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a star student, a stalwart of the golf team and was "responsible more than anyone for getting me through the Academy." Thanks, Halhe.

As you all know, '46 sponsors the 6th Company wardroom. The Ffrst Class again this year had a "dining out" at which a few '46ers were invited. Beer and wine were available for those over 21 and soft drinks for the others. We '46ers mingled with the Middies during the cocktail time. I was again impressed by the knowledge and maturity of the soon to be officers in our Fleet. Then dinner during which time the 6th Company VP was writing down all the infractions committed not only by the Mids but by us also. She trapped them by such gross infractions as carrying their drinks to thefr table, eating with their elbows on the table, sitting down before the guests, coat unbuttoned and other such things too awful to print here. Seems all of us took our drinks to our table and were noted and trapped. The punishment for the infractions was to take a drink from the grog bowl. We elected Chuck Griffiths to represent us at the bowl. After all, being our leader, he was the obvious choice to represent us.

Talked with Bob Kephart the other day just after he had returned from Bethesda Naval Hospital, where he had received an epidural for the pain in his back from his recent back surgery. As if the seven complete hip and knee replacements weren't enough. Next month we'll leam why he left the Academy at Christmas 1944. Quite a story.

Now for the unpleasant part of this job, reporting the deaths of Classmates and their spouses. Ray Howe (13) in Bethesda, MD, on 16 April 2001. He is survived by his wife, Jenny, of 7832 Fulbright Court, Bethesda, MD 20817. Jean Herzog, widow of Buck Herzog (9), in Arlington, VA. She is survived by a son, daughter, and seven grandchildren. George Hosey (7) of Bellaire, TX 77401. A letter retumed by the post office stated that his death was the reason for non-delivery and is the only information available at this time. Bob Newbern (7) in San Antonio, TX. He is survived by his wife, Mary, of 1 Towers Park 94

Lane, #1511, San Antonio, TX 73209. No other details are available on these people at this time.

Mary Lee Olsen, widow of Ed Olsen (10) who was one of my roommates, sent a nice letter to me. She says she looked over all the cards and letters she has received since Ed's death, and then packed them up with many other keepsakes. "I just couldn't throw them away. The best letters were from his old Annapohs friends.

Who said men couldn't write condolence letters?" She goes on to say that she "remembers the days in Philadelphia when Herb StUes (10), another one of my roommates, and his wife, Lillian, (now deceased) were there at the naval yard and we all lived in dumps. But being young, it didn't seem to matter and we all had a good time." She is now Uving at 28573 Ninth Drive, Easton, MD 21601.

Renee WTiite, Al White's (6) wife of almost 56 years, died of heart failure on Mother's Day, 13 May 2001. They had been high school sweethearts (Al a sophomore and Renee freshman) back in 1937 in Plattsmouth, NE. Those attending the viewing, mass service and burial were: Marilyn and Brace Althoff (1), Pat and Chris Christensen (6), Bob Disc (9), Sally and Wils Engel (4), Jack Fagan (19), Barbie and Chuck Griffiths (6), Clete Kennelly (10), Ernie Lowen (92), Dick Lyons (15), June and Bill Simpson (4), Gordon Yeo (4), Pris and Jim Foust (7), Perry Taylor (19), and Toula and Lee Zeni (3). The latter three were pallbearers.

Coming Attractions Resumption of Class luncheons in San Diego and Washington, D.C, in September.

Homecoming—13 October (held in honor of my birthday anniversary) against Rice. Our tent will again be adjacent to the water tower near Gate #1. There will be barbeque type food and soft drinks available from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Glasses and ice will also be provided for those who bring their own libation. Please notify Bruce Althoff, 7036 Harbor Village Court #201, Annapolis, MD 21403.

Bruce says: "An early (as soon as possible) commitment will allow a realistic ordering of consumables." Complete refund for cancellations. Cost: see next issue.

Annual Membership: 24% Life Membership: 61%

Pres: VADM John G. "Jake" Fumeran, USN (Ret) Sec'y: Chester H. "Chet" Shaddeau, Jr. 343 Prestonfield Lane Sevema Park, MD 21146-1512 h: 410-647-5868; f: 410-647-2453 e: stadir@erols.com Moving Day This one is going to be a little confused, but that's because your scribe is confused, too...On or about 15 July (I think!) my new condo in Annapolis should be ready for occupancy. I have sold the old homestead in Sevema Park, and will pay rent here until they say all is ready at the apartment, which I have been watching grow since it was a hole in the mud. I have no idea what my phone number will be, but my email will stay the same, although I will of course be offline for a day or two. The new mailing address will be: C H . Shaddeau, Jr. 1972 Scott's Crossing Way Apt #002 Annapohs MD 21401 Mail to the old address will of course be forwarded for six months. WTien further details are settled, I will announce them by email and in this column.

And as moving day gets nearer, I realize how much work my lovely Pat (and probably YOUR wife, too) used to take over during all those years and all those moves around the world!

"Our" Tripoli Monument Most of you are by now aware of Classmate Warren Johnson's many long years of fighting to save the Tripoli Monument at USNA and restore it for future Mids and visitors— many of you were, in fact, contributors to the cost of doing that work, when called upon to do so.

Johnny has recently produced an attiactive brochure, detailing the history of the monument and its restoration, and it is now available. If you would like a copy, he asks that you send a self-addressed stamped envelope (#10 SASE) to him at: Warren Johnson 9000 Belvoir Woods Parkway Apt. 306 Ft. Belvofr VA 22060-2706 Shipmate, July-August 2001

Final Honors We mourn the loss of Classmate Grant Barney Apthorp, and offer our love and sympathy to his wife and children. His obituary appears in Last Call. Funeral services are planned at the Naval Academy Chapel on 17 August, 2001.

Our sympathy also goes out to Ken Ekelund. who on 23 April lost his wife, Merlle Teeling Ekelund, to cancer. She was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

Where The Navy's Going Classmate Bill Blevins attended the Annual Sea-Afr-Space exhibition sponsored in Washington by our own Jack Fisher's U.S. Navy League in April, and notes that 18 of the Naval Academy's YP's are to be fitted with the Integrated Bridge System (IBS) by Litton Manufacturing Systems (they used to be Sperry Rand, and now belong to Northrop Grumman!). The IBS integrates navigational sensor data and communications systems, among them an autopilot, surface radar, and the ECDIS Voyage Management System. The end product should allow today's Mids, who sail the YP's along the Atlantic coast from Maine to Florida, to leam ffrst-hand how these things are handled on the bridge of today's ships. A far cry from the voice tube and the stadimeter of our day.

And along these same Unes: All you former snipes, please note that Iwo JIMA (LHD-7) was commissioned on 30 June at Pensacola, and is the LAST ship expected to be built for the U.S. Navy with steam propulsion! Gas turbines and hybrid electric drives are "it" for the future.

The MaU Buoy An enthusiastic grandpa and grandma letter from Betty and Bo Heininger: Am including a press clip on our granddaughter Emily Janss, now a professional soccer player for the New York Power in the new Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA). Weflewto Atlanta to see a game last week which ended in a 0-0 tie, and Emily stayed on the bench —something very new for her! At least she got to travel, and they only travel 16 players. She is 23, and one of the youngest. Needless to say, we are very proud—fun seeing little girls come up for autographs. The World Cup MVP from China, Sun Wei, as well as two Norwegian World Cup players are teammates. She'll get her tum!

In the photo (see nearby) are Harriet and Stan Smith, from Wyoming. We became friends in Pensacola when they became neighbors by moving into the house Fran and Jack Stevens vacated to go to Corpus Christi. On the same street were Sybil and Jim Stockdale, and up the next street were Althea and Doug Rumble. See you in San Diego.

Blind Man's Bluff Towers Productions of Chicago has done a two-hour documentary TV program based on last year's extremely popular book "Blind Man's Bluff" detailing the story of USN submarine intelligence collection and espionage activity during the Cold War. It is tentatively Shipmate, July-August 2001

'47: L to r: Stan and Harriet Smith visit from Wyoming with Betty and Bo Heininger at Sun City Center, FL

'47; No rousing story to go with this one—^just a good pic during a visit at the home of (1 to r) Les and Mase Wells, in Florida, by Companymate Harry Curtis and wife Edith

'47; Hampton Roads Spring Fling Tom and Jean Brenner

'47; Hampton Roads Spring Fling: 1 to r; Mikie Stone, Bob Stone. Fred Bouwman. Ethel Bouwman, and Dan Bailey

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reading last issue's good news about Dick Duden's Hall of Fame election, recalls a bullet pass Dick threw at him one aftemoon when Duden came across a practice of thefr company football team—good friend Joe Lorenz had tossed Dick the ball. Somehow, Will says, "I caught the blamed thing, but my right wrist took the major force of the blow. Dick applauded my success, even though I think he was trying to kill me, not knowing that my eating and writing styles would be affected for weeks! I had more success at soccer than as a football player, let me assure you!"...A note from Joe Adelman promises that he and new British bride Mavis will be at Philadelphia for the Army game. She has of course never seen one, but one assumes he will tell her not to expect 'football' as she knows it! They are now '47; Hampton Roads Spring Hing; I to r; Audrey Maynard. Curly Weber. Ethyl Bouwman, and Dolores Munnikhuysenestablished in Akron, Ohio.. .And I will be on my way tomorrow for the great production that Hank Ruppel, Bernie Bandish, et al, have laid on for our 55th in San Diego—as well as to meet my new great-grandson for the first time! I will try to provide photo coverage of the affafr when I get back, but the deadline date occurs, of course, just about when the fit hits the Shan in my move to new quarters.

We'll see! CHS

48 '47; Hampton Roads Spring Fling; 1 to r; Mikie Stone. Virginia Bailey, and Al Maynard scheduled to afr on The History Channel at 9 PM Monday, 6 August. It would be wise to check the schedule of your own local channels.

You will not want to miss this, since the book details activities of so many of our own submariner Classmates (and left out even more, it should be added, simply for lack of space and the continuing classified status of so much of the material.)

One story included is that of GRENADIER (SS-525), commanded by Ted Davis, forcing a Russian sub to surface by maintaining sonar contact and holding her down until she gave out of afr. Ted says—but let him tell it: The interview for the book, as printed, was way off and said little. So in deference to the great Sailors of GRENADIER, I was bound to tell it this time like it was. I kept asking, after they said they wanted to do an interview for the TV show, how they would handle it. They never answered, and when they finally decided, they showed up in my study with a van full of wires, lights, cameras, etc. Still no clue as to the format, and as "Lights, camera" was about to occur, the Director asked "Can you talk for thirty minutes without water or having a Senior Moment?" A familiar voice came from the kitchen: "Thirty minutes? He can talk for thirty hours without stopping!" My wife, Len, had had her say.

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I have no idea what length or part I will play in the fmal version. The Towers people impressed me as straight shooters.. .we'll see.

Party Hearty!

The Hampton Roads contingent gathered again for thefr Spring brawl at the Norfolk Yacht and Country Club on 7 April. Eleven Classmates and eleven wives and widows showed up to enjoy the evening. Ted Davis's new digital camera accounted for a number of brillianfly sharp photos. The only bad ones were some of him (Ted) and his wife Len. Though nobody said so, I sttongly suspect that the cameraman for those was Lou Larcombe.

In any case, see the results nearby.

Quick Takes Proud papa Walt Day checked in to advise that his daughter Johanna has been nominated for the prestigious "Toni" award for her Broadway performance in the hit play "Proof— outcome still undecided.. .Ted Cohen back on his feet after a bout with pneumonia and a viras. He plans to be at San Diego...and John Prehn, after a stioke which felled him in May, is back home, not much the worse for wear, crediting his quick and nearly total recovery to IMMEDIATE application of 'clotbuster' drags by savvy hospital folks, as well as those who got him into care so rapidly.. .Will Small,

Membership: 22% Life Membership: 53%

Sec'y: CDR Sumner K. Moore, USN (Ret) 11 Seastones Drive, Portsmoutii, Rl 02871 h: 401-846-2875; e: sk48moore@aol.com This is a double issue, as happens twice a year, resulting in ten Shipmates per year.

Things are humming at USNA what with graduation, and the new Plebes assembling in a bunch and being swom in ensemble on 29 June. Renovations continue apace in the last chunk of Bancroft Hall and in the curtently designated academic buildings. Wouldn't it be nice if buildings never had to be renovated. It does give the civil engineers some useful work.

This month we get started with an update from Endowment Committeeman Eddie Welch on the coming October "Technical Information Conference" in Alumni Hall.

The June column detailed the conference on Information Technology (IT) which '48 is helping to sponsor, together with the USNA and Office of Naval Research, 10-11 October. All '48's will receive invitations to what promises to be a unique and comprehensive address of the use of IT in naval operations today and in the future, with emphasis on the education of Midshipmen in this field. The conference leads into homecoming weekend.

ADM Bill Owen, former Vice Chairman of the JCS and current CEO of Teledesic, will address the conference on wireless communications, IT, and the Navy. We are also fortunate to have an expert on the prototype "Smart Ship," YORKTOWN (CG-48), its commanding officer, CDR Robert Kerno '82, Shipmate, July-August 2001

who will update us on the core technologies installed in YORKTOWN and give us a look into the future. We can expect to hear from leading experts in thefieldsof IT for the 21st Century Initiative, Network-Centric Warfare, and ongoing research into IT and related fields, which will impact heavily on the Navy of the future. These presentations, together with panel discussions and demonstrations of equipment emerging from stateof-the-art and new technologies should provide an interesting and valuable venue for better understanding of how technology has changed, and is changing, the environment in which the warfighter operates. We can all be proud of '48"s contribution and role as a catalyst in this worthy event. Hope to see you there.

The "Last Call" section of the June Shipmate erroneously carried Ed Rudzis as having died 24 October 2000. He died 13 March 1992, and his ashes were placed in the Aimapolis Columbarium. This error resulted from a loose computer at the Alumni Association, and their apologies are passed to Babs '48; Jim Ahem, the Hollands. Marianne Schengel, and Rose Ahern and the Class.

1 contacted Babs, now Babs Rudzis Glasgow, whose marriage to Joe Glasgow, friend of Babs and Ed's for many years, and of the same USMC Basic class, was chronicled in an earlier Class column.

I have some very sad news. Dick Adams passed away on 13 April after a lengthy fight against an infection (staph), which had him in the hospital for over two months. It appeared to have been pretty well controlled, but it was not to be so. He and Wyn settled on Amelia Island in north Florida ten years ago after some years in St. Thomas, VL, where Dick indulged freely in his favorite sport, sailing. There was a wonderful service in the Chapel at Annapo- '48: Gene Spalding, the Ames, Corinne Spalding, and the Marders Us on 26 April, and inumment in the Columbarium, followed by a reception at Alumni House, attended by lots of Classmates. Dick had a distinguished naval career as a naval aviator (see "Last Call" for the obituary), and consulted for BDM for ten years before retiring for good. Well, we have lost one of the really good guys. He and Wyn lived in the D.C. area and were well known in the D.C-Annapolis circuit. Before they headed to the islands.

Wyn is back on Amelia Island where she and Dick built a great house on the Inland Waterway salt marshes. She has a new black Labrador puppy, Misty, which keeps house when she goes to the golf course. She can be reached at 1236 Harrison Point Trail, Amelia Island, FL 32034. Wyn dropped us a note: Thank each and everyone for the gorgeous blue and goldflowerarrangement on the altar for Dick's service. You all are in my heart '48: Standing: Jim Ahern, Carolyn Rardin, Rose Ahern. and Rardin; between: Patty and Tony Duncan now and forever Here's a piece of incidental information from finished 1-2 last year. With younger Classes reading the Class column and how each person Kay and Clay Spalding on a Cape Cod postcoming along, we shall be hard pressed to mentioned triggers rich memories of extraordicard, featuring Sesuit Harbor, East Dennis, maintain our rating, unless '48s turn out en nary individuals, each tied into some gratifying where they summer. Joe Tagliente has sold masse. Barbara and I have five children, 13 personal experiences too numerous to list. He grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and his restaurant to AEG, but still owns motels, writes to boost the homecoming golf toumament one due in June. Undoubtedly a modest cenhotels, and a radio station. and encourage '48 golfers to participate. sus next to some Classmates, such as Ben Bob Bonnell, who joined the Class from far We have been represented in the winner's Conroy, but it does add spice to life. away Baltimore, and retumed there, speaks of circle, seniors flight, the last two years, and Shipmate, July-August 2001

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We have been rather short of photos lately, but Jim Ahern fills us in this month handsomely. Good looking folks. Two were taken at a '48 snowbird luncheon at Peters La Cuisine in Ft. Myers and the other, at sea, on a sunset craise about where the Gordon River joins the Gulf Jean and Don Behrens of Newport Beach, CA, completed the journey of a lifetime in May, a grand tour of China during the time of the EP3 aircraft collision off Hainan. Don included pics and articles from the English language paper, portraying the Chinese view of current events, which were interesting, but not surprising. The tour covered Beijing, the Great Wall, Chunking, a four-day Yangtze River craise, the Three Gorges Dam under construction, Wuhan, Xian, the terra cotta warriors, Shanghai, and Suzhou. They speak in wonder at the marvelous sights, but Don's comments on tilings are even more interesting: After the Tianamen Squareriots,the government went into a fantastic super colossal construction program, 400-foot skyscrapers for offices or small apartments, five-star hotels, super highways, airports, and the world's largest dam, completion date 2009.

I saw very few hospitals or churches. The government owns all the land, assigns apartments, and permits limited free speech. No anti-American protests were seen during our trip. Very few military and police were visible. The American dollar is preferred to Chinese money. A Chinese guide told me that China entered the Korean "War because they believed the U.S. was going to keep going and invade China. No dogs, cats, or birds.

Chinese food is horrible, but I survived on Las Vegas style American buffet breakfast at the Hilton and Hyatt House. Chinese beer is excellent.

I have just leamed that Nick J. Kapetan, died on 28 May. He was a Plebe in the 10th Company, he bilged out not long after that and ended up in the Marines. He retired as a lieutenant colonel. He had been one of the few non-grads who have kept some touch with the Alumni Association.

Gene Kelly and Dick Sprince

1 have been hoarding downloaded digital photographs without any firm idea just how I would get them to Shipmate. Well, 1 just did.

One is Gene Kelly and Dick Sprince looking Uke they were up to something. 1 have others which, for unknown reasons, did not translate.

Meanwhile, if you have the capability to send photos by email, go ahead and try. You can still send color snaps as before by mail.

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'48; At the reception for the Robert Means Thompson Society members

Memorial Hall is undergoing an overhaul, which includes looking at all the memorials therein, as well as rales for retaining and enforcing its sanctity. This effort includes a new memorial for those killed in an operational duty status, including combat, but not limited to that. The definition is now a bit wobbly, but includes aviation accidents, fraining, etc. A number of us were asked by the Alumni Association to tiy assembling such a list. We did, but much of it is based on memory or old Association Registers. Ultimately, it will be decided by "DoD records," whatever that entails.

I publish our list here in the hope that you will come up with other candidates, or explain why others don't qualify. Drop me a note, email, or phone call. We have name, date of death if known, and cause, (ac/a, afrcraft accident) Adair, HD Jr unknown KIA Korea Boswinkle, CW 8/12/44 Plebe Summer Bramwell, RK 9/4/51 KIA Korea Darodda, NA 11/3/52 ac/a Engel, GR 11/14/61 ac/a Fanner, GH 3/6/54 ac/a Fletcher JA III 9/29/53 ac/a Eraser, IN 5/6/53 ac/a Goodwin, HH Jr. 8/4/49 ac/a Hollister, EA 10/25/52 KIA Korea Jillson, RE 8/12/44 Plebe Summer Keen, WH 3/17/50 ac/a Loheed, HB 7/25/75 KIAVN Lopez, B 9/15/50 KIA Korea McCord,WS 3/18/63 ac/a Mitchell, RN Jr. 5/24/50 ac/a Moore, HB 6/7/60 ac/a Netherland,RM 6/10/67 KIAVN Nicholas, GA 5/17/48 on board ship (?)

Plank, CR 6/1/50 ac/a Reem, RD 11/6/50 KIA Korea Robbins,JW 1/16/69 ac/a Rodgers, RC 12/7/50 ac/a Rogers, WA Jr. 1/10/49 ac/a Ryder RM 12/18/50 lost at sea. SEA LION Searle, RH 8/10/50 ac/a Smith, RN 8/19/69 KIAVN Stephens, DR 7/22/50 KIA Korea Strahley, CG 3/21/52 KIA Korea Strother, JW 5/2/53 ac/a Swenson, DH 9/13/50 KIA Korea Thompson, AJ 7/15/64 ac/a Thornhill, DR 5/26/54 BENNINGTON fire Wainwright, RE 10/2/50 KIA Korea Wick,JG 3/22/53 ac/a Williams, SM 8/18/55 ac/a Wood,A.B. 5/26/50 ac/a

Classmate, Dr. George Sullivan, is assistant chief at VA Palo Alto Health Care System's Spinal Cord Injury Service. He recentiy was awarded the annual Mark Wolcott Award for Clinical excellence. He was recognized for his outstanding bedside manner, tieating patients with his heart as well as his mind and understanding the person and the life behind the diagnosis. The rapport he has developed with his patients and their families enables him to have the insight and judgment to provide the highest quality of care to the veterans he treats.

His displaying the art of individuahzed and personal caring for patients exemplifies the spirit of this award. This came from a VA newsletter which had a photo of George, who shows little change over the years. He indicated it was great to receive recognition for something one loves doingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;care of the patients.

Hoss Graham

Warren Graham sends in a photo of some of the Classmates who attended the recent Prade and reception given for the members of the Robert Means Thompson Society, those who have provided in their estates for support of the USNA. Left to right: VADM John Ryan '67, Nancy Graham, Lee Berberian, Rose Shorr, Priscilla Berberian, and Bill Shorr.

Warren reports that the Beggs, Heids, and Edelsons were also there. In a separate photo we see Hoss Graham at the new memorial to those grads killed or missing in action during Vietnam, which is located on College Creek adjacent to Alumni Hall.

Joe Castano has been resurrected as Jose Rodriguez, the name he has used since he graduated in '48. It seems his mother's maiden name was Castano, and it was part of his name.

He arrived at the Academy knowing very little Shipmate, July-August 2001

English, and was not about to rock the boat.

The Navy decided he was Castano and not Rodriguez, and that was it. This information is provided by Bob Pyle, who somehow came in contact with Joe's daughter-in-law, Debbie Rodriguez. Joe lives at 1550 Alta La Jolla Dr., La Jolla, CA 92037; 858-454-5006. Bob Pyle indicates that Joe married that cute blond from Baltimore, and retumed to Columbia, were they were not very well received. He left the Columbian Navy and returned to the States, where he has been all these years.

'48; Dyers and Rasmus.sens at Class luncheon

Shoemaker. Dawson, and Har\ ey Johnson Tom Dawson of Sun City West, AZ, has a note and a picture of some fine looking guys.

Penny and Joe Shoemaker were recently visiting the Phoenix area and stayed with Vicky and Harvey Johnson for a few days here in Sun City West. We were all together one night at our house. The photo shows that Joe had too much Sim, I look older, and Harvey as usual retains his youthful appearance. For the record, I took a couple of bucks from Joe on the golf course, for the fust time ever Tom and Joelle are in C o r o n a d o M a y through October.

I am sad to relate that Roger Chapman died on 24 April in Arlington, VA, where he had lived for some 40 years. He and his wife, Barbarra, had divorced some years earlier. He went to Purdue prior to the USNA, served in destroyers, and taught at the NROTC unit at Texas. After retiring from the Navy, he worked for Vitro. He was buried at Arlington Cemetery with full honors, attended by his ex-wife, his son, Thomas Chapman of Elkins, WV, and daughter, Cynthia Chapman, of Arlington.

Attending for the Class, were Carrath, Dealey, Sutter, Ball, Borlaug, and S.K. Moore.

Another Classmate, Herbert Heymann, died on 10 April in Lafayette, LA. He was a non-graduate. He was a distinguished philanthropist and civic leader, with a long life of service to his community. At Navy, he pitched for the baseball team. He graduated from Southwest Louisiana Institute, having attended Tulane and Navy. He was a retired lieutenant commander in the Naval Reserve. He was among the few non-grads who stayed in touch with the Alumni Association through the years.

From your Endowment Committee As of now, you undoubtedly have received Warten Graham's letter of 21 May, updating our Class Endowment Fund. As noted, the Fund needs just $300,000 to reach our goal of $2 million. Your help is needed now to close the gap. If all Classmates would pledge an additional $1,000 each, we will have attained

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our goal. Warren suggests that you take the pledge card in his letter and pledge all you can, remembering that '48 is the greatest.

Now here is an update on the Monterey gang, from its latest ex-member. Egad! Scorchy Smith is moving. Hear it from him: After our daughter married and moved to Champaign, IL, we decided to sell our Laguna Seca Ranch Estates home we built in 1990 and move eastward to be nearer the family. We are building a house in Georgetown, TX, which is about 30 miles north of Austin, (That's east?), where the weather other than summer (except for rain, thunderstorms, and possible tornadoes, but no earthquakes) is not too dissimilar to that in Monterey in those seasons. We plan to spend each summer on the Monterey Peninsula, the rest in Texas or traveling. From there, it will be a shorter trip to Crabtown for homecomings and the football season. I will be giving up my post as chief financial officer for the Monterey Bay Area Council of Governments in August, and leaving for Texas in September. Priscilla and Jim Ward bought a place in Davis, CA, complete with swimming pool and departed from Carmel last summer One of their daughters lives there. Jim Johnson remains one of the world's premier collectors and sources of Steinbeck foreign language editions (he has a Web site now), and gives Steinbeck lectures frequently. Art Hull normally spends May through October at his place in Oregon, or traveling, returning to his Yankee Point home for the balance of the year. Dean Taylor still volunteers at the PG School Family Center where he does everything from counseling to income tax returns for naval personnel and retirees. Dean is active in Navy League and Maritime Museum affairs. 1 hope to get to Crabtown at least once this fall. Beat Army!

I got a recent email from one Joe Daniel '55, who had met John and Tony Fry on a craise. He relates: We went around South America in the R8 on a 61 day cruise, with 22 ports, 37 days at sea, and a wonderful time was had by all.

We met the Frys and Ken Stafford '53 and his wife for dinner and about the ship. We had a good time remembering the good and bad times at USNA. 1 saw the Frys at the recent Class luncheon, and they confirmed the trip, which they said was indeed splendid.

Another non-grad death has come in via the Providence, RI, Journal. John J.P. McDonald died in Bakersfield, CA, on 8 April. He originated in Providence, hence the newspaper obit.

"JJP," as he was known, came in through NAPS. He left Youngster Year and finished at the University of Rhode Island, Class of '49.

He was in the 20th Company, and was one of the Class characters. He left the Academy with the end of the War and disappeared. The fact that the Alumni Association picks up on nationwide obits which mention the Academy has resulted in rediscovering some Classmates, even if too late.

And just for the record, as we are out of space, on 11 May, the D.C. area Classmates met at the Army-Navy Country Club for lunch, with 35, including 11 wives. Once again, our local organizer of these things, Hoss Graham, had things well laid on. The usual somewhat atrocious tales were melded artfully in with good sauce and wine. Luncheons start up again in September, second Friday. Y'all come.

Graham. Bob Flood, and Bob Smith at Class luncheon

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Pres: John F. Barrow Sec'y: RADM Ralph Ghormley, USN (Ret) RO. Box 10262, McLean, VA 22102-8262 p: 703-351-0964; f: 703-351-5864; e: rmghormley@aol.com Washington The Washington group met on 10 April at the Army-Navy Country Club for lunch. Attendees: John Barrow, Jack Benoit, Luke C a p o n e , Ken C a r r , B o b C o o n t z , R a l p h Ghormley, Fred Horan, C M . C Jones Jr., Pete 99

Klein, Pete Swanson, Voss Vosseler, and Barkley Wood.

The Washington group met on 8 May at the Army-Navy Country Club for lunch. Attendees: John Barrow, Jack Benoit, BUI Bryan, Ken Carr, Ralph Ghormley, Fred Grabowsky, Bill Guthrie, C M . C Jones Jr., Tom KilcUne, Peter Klein, Graham Leonard, Mort Neely, Andy Nelson, Chuck Reid, Paul Riegert, Frank Sherman, Bob Smith, Jerry Smith, Pete Swanson, and Barkley Wood. A near record show. Topics discussed but not decided included Fred's great recovery, the Day lawsuit, sources of good bread, and the USNA Foundation.

Annapolis Taking advantage of the planned visit of the Capones and the Horans, the Annapolis group departed from the normal luncheon and had a dinner party at the USNA Officers' and Faculty (O&F) Club. Twenty-five responded to the notice and all came: Flo and John Barrow, Carol Baysinger, Maureen and Bill Bennett, Helen and Bob Brady, Claire Brown.

Charlotte and Lou Capone, Ella and Chet Da-vis. Barbara and Fred Horan, Rita and Keatinge Keays. Madelon and Mickey McDonald, Cal Roberts and Eileen Butler, Joan and Gene Shine, Ursula and Warren Vosseler, and Betty WTiiteside. Mick writes that the highlight of the evening was the introduction of the club cook, Sheldon Harris, who became interested when he heard the affair was a Class of 1949 Party. He remembered us well because of Wesley Brown. Moreover, Sheldon had cleaned our rooms in Bancroft HaU when we were Firsties—lo, those many years ago—continuing with his work there until he retired in 1984. From Bancroft Hall he gravitated to the O&F Club where he took up cooking and is still going strong. We gave him a big ovation, both for his years of service and for our delicious dinner.

L to r; Keays, Harris, Venable. and Roberts

MidLant On 3 June, the D.C-Maryland-Virginia (and Pennsylvania and New Jersey) group relived the "Glorious Third of June" at Ella and Chet Davis's home in AnnapoUs. The following shared libations, supper, songs by our own stars, Flo Barrow and Luke Capone, and John Barrow's selected rewrites of Lucky Bag biographies as seen through the grim stare of hindsight. Attendees included Flo and John Barrow, Molly Barrow, Carol Baysinger, Betty and Reynolds Beckwith, Maureen and Bill Bennett, Rosemarie and Jack Benoit, Helen and Bob Brady, Claire Brown, Luke and 100

Char Capone, Ella and Chet Davis, Priscilla and Bob Eustace, Ralph Ghormley, Barbara and Fred Horan, Jean and Bud Ince, Rita and Keatinge Keays, Marty and Bill Read, Cal Roberts and Eileen Butier, Joan and Gene Shine, John Sieck, De Ette and Pete Swanson, Elinor and Al Thomson, Ursula and Voss Vosseler, Betty Whitesides, Helen and Richard Wolford, and Peggy and Barkley Wood.

L to r: Pete Swanson. Chet Davis, Fred Horan, and Reynolds Beckwith

in Quang Nam Province, as well as helping established churches and home churches (illegal in Vietnam). Their own charitable foundation (chartered in New Mexico) is "Asian Humanitarian Aid." In addition, PBS will produce a documentary drama called Cowboy Justice: Character Counts starting this summer. The project will teach middle school children and families the attributes of acceptable character from the trae adventures of Jim Gober, his grandfather.

Bill Sandkuhler writes that all is well in South Carolina. His son Kevin, a Marine colonel, is now the chief defense counsel for the Marine Corps.

Elliott Schuman writes that Paul Laric and Bob Salomon are much improved.

Tom Seelye writes that he and Denise have returned from Paris where they took their great-nephew for a French lesson. While there they climbed up Notre Dame's 422 steps.

Dick Greenwood writes that he was back at USNA for the 60th Anniversary of the Brigade Boxing Championships with Joan and Gene Shine, who hosted a dinner for Carol and Dick, Eileen and Cal, and Madelon and Mickey McDonald.

Bob Brady and Bill Bennett

Here and There Lou Branch writes that his wife, Eleen, is recovering from a fall in January and a broken hip. In February they celebrated their 45th at Chalet Suzanne, Lake Wells, FL. In July they leave for two weeks in Scandinavia.

Bill Brandfon writes that Robert "Baz" CartmUl has written a great new book, The Next 100 Years—Then and Now, in which he summarizes historical events of the 19th and 20th centuries, focussing on predictions made at the end of the 19th century and how they tumed out in the 20th. Still tiying to get a publisher.

Rick Claytor writes that his left knee gave out after 50 years of tennis, hiking, and backpacking. The new one is full of metal and plastic. He is no longer biodegradable.

Bob Faricy writes that after 31 years in Rome, he has a new address in Milwaukee (see below) but will be in Rome frequently for teaching and ministry.

Jim Gober writes that he and his wife have traveled to Vietnam each year since 1997 to do humanitarian aid for the poor and ill, mostiy

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The Kilclines in Rome

Dornell Kilcline sent in this picture. They visited with about 40 members of the USNA Catholic club including 19 Midshipmen before going on to Bosnia, including Medjagoria, for five days. She reports a great trip, set up

by CAPT Marty Waters (whose father is Gus Eggert '72).

Voss Vosseler writes that the USNA AA sponsored a one-week Rome escapade at the end of February. Mickey and Ace Boughton, Rita and Karl Cook, and Ursula and Voss Vosseler were in the group. All three couples resided at the Hotel Excelsior, Via Veneto, adjacent to the U.S. Embassy, formerly a magnificent palazzo. The photo shows Ace, Karl, and Voss at the Coliseum. The "49ers enjoyed their evening Roman feast at the Excelsior. The group praised the USNA AA escort team leader/hostess Kate Hite (helped by her husband. Thicker Hite '88) and Bobbi Collins, USNA AAHQ support.

The Cooks and Boughtons retumed direct to U.S.A.; the Vosselers stayed an extia week in Wiesbaden (near Frankfurt). Ursula and Voss are pictured at a relative's residence watching Rhine River tiaffic in the background.

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Paul Laric writes that Betty and Dave Sprague hosted a lavish luncheon in early March at their home in Maplewood, NJ, for Classmates and thefr wives. The highlight was the dehcious inscribed surprise cake and a toast from the host and all present for the Larics, who were celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. The four lads making like couch potatoes are Harvey, Bob, David, and Paul.

Pete Swanson writes that he and Andy Nelson honored Secretary's Day (now known as Office Manager's or Executive Assistant's Day) by escorting Ralph Ghormley to lunch at Andy's favorite. John Barrow backed out since he was undergoing cataract surgery at the time.

Andy, Ralph, and Pete

Don Lister (dyllis55@aol.com) writes that the New York group held a Class luncheon at Chiant on 6 March. Despite the city being shut Shipmate, July-August 2001

'49: L to r; Harvey, Bob, David, and Paul

down by weather, ten brave souls showed up: Don Lister, Rick Taylor, Paul Laric, Bill Wynne, Dave Sprague, Lou Serrille, Tom Seelye, Dick Glickman, Jack English, and Ted Annenberg. Next luncheon will be in June; anyone who did not get a flyer and is interested in attending, call Don at 516-680-6446 or email. (Sec'y note: Sorry for the delay in publication.)

Bill Dennett, in addition to providing his new email address, writes that the big news in southeast Maine is the possibility of dredging the Cocheco River along the way up the Salmon Falls, a tributary of the Piscataqua, which is split by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and adds that shipyard ownership of PNS is contested by the State of New Hampshire— he is watching with great interest. (Sec 'y note: My Encarta Atias refuses to name rivers or other geographic features, so if you are familiar with the area, please forgive any mistakes.)

Tom Kastner writes that he and his wife, Marta, recently managed a long-planned visit to Peru to see Laura and Manolo Bentin.

Manolo could not make it to the U.S. for our 50th due to doctors wanting to work on lung cancer, so they decided to tiavel to Peru. They are pleased to report that Manolo is surviving both the cancer and the doctors. They found themselves warmly hosted by a rather large crowd of Bentins. The highlight of the visit was a week on the Ucayali and Amazon rivers with Manolo, Laura, and their senior dau chter. Lala.

L to r: Tom Kastner. Manolo Bentin. Marta Kastner. and Laura Bentin

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Address Update John Alvis: jhalvis@earthlink.net; Manolo Sanchez Bentin: Batallon Libre de Trujillo, 276 DPTO 102A, Lima 12 SA, Pera; 273-2912; Fax: 372-74-56; mbentin@terra.com.pe; Donald Bosley: donrhoda@att.net; William Brandfon: winnetkabill@juno.com; William Broughton: wbrought@san.rt.com; Dempsey Butler: dbjr49@home.com or mejane48@ home.com; Eileen Butler: 2576 Hidden Cove Road, Annapolis, MD 21401-6815; Rex S. Coryell: rexcory@aol.com; Stanley T. Counts: radmstc@earthliiik.net; William A. Dennett: bunny-d@mediaone.net; WUIiam T. Eaton: billyboy@harborside.com; the Rev. Robert L. Faricy: 1404 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53233; Mrs. Stephen Glass: 270 Grand Cential Pkwy #33Y, Floral Park, NY 11005-1115; Frank S. Glendenning: Fsglendenning@aol.com; Whitney Jennison: RO. Box 345, W. Simsbury Road, N. Canton, CT 06059; Michael Lake: 400 Wall St. #619, Seattle, WA98121-1898; 206-443-1138; Mrs. Mary M. Maier: 4710 N. Chambless St., Apt. 218, Alexandria, VA 22312; William A. Myers: myerswaiii@aol.com; Eugene H. Pillsbury: 251 S.Canterbury Road, Charlotte, NC 28211; James R. Page: 3249 E. Live Oak Park Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028-2616; Mrs. Robert Rowe: 241 Beverly, Missoula, MT 59801; WUIiam Russ: yenohssur@aol.com; Eugene Shine: 410-573-9770; Charles M. Smith: 211 Rivers Bend Road, Lancaster, VA 22503; Claude Swecker: 6205 Farrington Road, Apt. B-9, Chapel Hill, NC 27514; Robert Tolbert: 804-435-9516; James Way: 444 Deerhaven Lane, Hendersonville, NC 287918613; jbwayjr@beUsouth.net.

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Pres: RADM Roy Snyder, USN (Ret.) 3921 Colonel Ellis Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304 h: 703-823-2464; f 703-823-4467; e: roydl314@aol.com Exec. Sec'y: Larry Hawkins 3916 Linda Lane, Annandale, VA 22003 h: 703-573-4256; f: 703-573-1661 (call first) e: llhawkinsl@juno.com Corr. Sec'y: CAPT Wayne L. Jensen, USN (Ret) 499 Skyhill Court, Chula Vista, CA 91910 h: 619-421-6756; e: wayneljensen@home.com In a letter to Roy Snyder on 21 May, Ray Engle indicated that Classmates in Hawaii are organized and proceeding with all due haste for our 55th Class Reunion in Hawaii. Claire Engle has been elected general chairman because other experience in ranning conventions in Hawaii. As has been the practice in the matter, $5,000 has been advanced to the 102

committee as seed money and a bank account has been opened. Late April to early June of 2005 appears to be the most likely time for the reunion all things considered. Bill Martin's wife, Debbie, has agreed to be the tieasurer for the event. From time to time updates will be published in this column to keep all aware. See you in Aloha Land come '05.

Tom Bigley writes from Vienna, VA, that he had been informed by Edgar M. "Mitch" Smith's wife, Margaret, that Mitch died of leukemia at his home in Watkinsville, GA, on 26 December 2000. Mitch served aboard BOXER during the Korean War. In 1952 he eamed his Navy wings and he began a flying career that ended in his retirement in 1970. He served as assistant naval attache in Athens, Greece from 1957-60. Mitch eamed a master's degree in business from Florida State University and was employed by the City of Atlanta as a financial analyst. Then he became deputy dfrector of the B ureau of Motor Transport prior to his second retfrement in 1992. Mitch is survived by his wife Margaret Goss Smith, daughters, Linda S. Santiago and Laura S. Lomonaco, and two grandsons.

Mitch Smith On Wednesday, 25 April 2001 at the Four Seasons Hotel, the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia presented the Servant of Justice Award to John E. Nolan of Steptoe & Johnson LLP. John entered the Marine Corps on graduation and served in Korea where he was awarded the Silver Star. After military duties he graduated from Georgetown University Law Center, clerked for U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Tom Clark, and joined Steptoe & Johnson. As a private lawyer, John participated in negotiating with Fidel Castio for the release of Cuban prisoners captured at the Bay of Pigs. This preceded John's service as administiative assistant to Attomey General Robert Kennedy. He worked on Robert Kennedy's campaign for the U.S. Senate and the Presidency. John founded the Washington Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights and was its first board chair. John has concentrated primarily on federal corporate and securities litigation, including a number of cases before the U.S. Supreme Court. He has been a member of the

D.C. Bar Board of Governors, a Visiting Fellow at Cambridge University, has served as Counsel for the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial, as Moderator at the Aspen Institute, and is a member of the Georgetown University Law Center Board of Visitors. Congratulations on your award, John.

Birch DeWitt writes that it occurred to him that a picture of Midshipmen scrubbing a wooden deck on a battleship probably would seem just as antiquated to today's Midshipmen as pictures of warships under sail did to us. So he includes one such picture on NEW JERSEY circa 1947.

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Birch DeWitt and George East on NEW JERSEY. 1947 The John Coughlin family has always been close knit and daughter, Kathleen, has been the catalyst that caused things to happen. In modem terms, she is the strongest link. At any rate, the Coughlin children saw fit to artange a reception in honor of the 50th anniversary of the marriage of their parents, Mary and John "Bill" on Saturday, 16 June 2001 at Julia Ristorante, 1100 Fifth Ave., Seattie, WA. Family and friends gathered from around the U.S. to help celebrate the occasion and we rejoice in thefr happiness.

John Snyder and Dick Harrel John Snyder from Laguna Hills, CA, says that before another six weeks go until he can use both hands after rotator cuff repair work, he thought he should write and update us. He went to a grandniece's wedding in Houston in Shipmate, July-August 2001

December and then went to see the sights in San Antonio. He had lunch with Dick Harrel who is tiie only '50er in that area (evidently a USAF exclusive area). Dick was just recovering from a hip replacement and had had a bacterial infection of his heart valves which requfred they be replaced with mechanical valves, and now he says he clicks when people hear him in the swimming pool. We include a photo (see previous page) of two 4th Batt high jumpers who used to get over 6 feet and now have problems with more than 6 inches. John went on to Fredericksburg, TX, to visit the Nimitz Museum and the adjacent Museum of the Pacific War sponsored by George Bush. He says that it is extiemely well done covering the war from the start of the Japanese expansion in the '30s to the end of WWII. If you go to Texas, don't miss a visit to Fredericksburg!

Tom Ross alerts that Jim Kinnear has made a commitment of $4.6 million to the United States Naval Academy Foundation. The gift will be used to establish the Kinnear Chair in Physical Sciences and to perpetuate the Kinnear Fellows program at the Naval Academy. As most know, Jim was the former president and chief executive officer of Texaco, Inc. An endowed chafr of this magnitude is traly a tribute to Jim's dedication and service to the Academy and to that of the faculty. The Kinnear commitment exemplifies how private support helps the Naval Academy to raise the bar of excellence in key areas enumerated in the Academy's Strategic Plan. In 1996 Jim established the Kinnear Fellows Program which provides summer research funding for two faculty members in the physical sciences.

Jim is currently a member of the President's Cfrcle, the Robert Means Thompson Society and serves on the USNA Foundation's Board of Dfrectors. Jim commented that his experience at the Naval Academy has been a very important part of his life and the Naval Academy Foundation will help ensure that this experience will be available to benefit future generations of Naval leaders.

Marvin Schlappi passed away on 4 April 2001 at the Westem Missouri Health Center, Kansas City, MO, after a battle with Parkinson's disease. Memorial services were held on 8 April at the Chapel of Memories, Grain Valley, MO, with burial in Jackson County Veteran's Field of Honor. Marvin went in the Afr Force on graduation, worked for NASA and was a member of MENS A and INTERTEL. Surviving are a daughter, three sons, ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Bill Berger writes with the sad news that Jack Barry died on 6 April 2001 from a heart attack. Jackie and Jack had recently returned from a craise through the Panama Canal and were planning a summer craise to Alaska. Bill reported that he and Jack had retained close contact ever since their reporting dates at Randolph AFB. There was a service for Jack with full military honors at Wright-Patterson AFB Chapel.

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The reporting Chapters of their monthly meetings in Washington, AnnapoUs and San Diego were not particularly newsworthy, but revealed regional concerns. In D.C. the fear that Republican defections might become contagious, in Annapolis the concern with a particularly tough USNA football schedule when we ask the kids to go out and knock heads with the pros, and in San Diego the concern that we generate enough electric power to enable us to gather for lunch as a Chapter once a month. At any rate the Class still likes to see who is regularly attending scheduled events so here is the list for the month of May and for San Diego May-June. Washington had: Bill Diehl, Frank Sterner, Bill Smoot, Norb Walecka, Tom Ross, Frank Carter, Milt Schultz, Bill Kiehl, John Cavanaugh, Daryl Tripp, Howard Portnoy, Bill Rockey, Bob Mandeville, Larry Hawkins, Jim Lisanby, Marsh Treado, Amold Austin, Charlie Hirsch, Jack Ryan, Bob Oliver, Bob Shultz, J.J. McNally, Roy Snyder, Ward Lasley and Tom Bigley. Annapolis had: Jerry Coleman, Ed Greenberg, Charlie Hooper, Carol and Rex Kilboum, Ed McLean, Tom Ross, Phil Ryan and Daryle Tripp. San Diego had: Charlie Clark, Mark Fradden, Wayne Jensen, Dick Martin, Don Albright, Stan Neander, Bob Muck, Dick Thurston, Gene Wisenbaker, Frank Cassilly, Don Eliott, Dick Smith, Frank Taylor, Dean French and Bill Grimm. All should recognize that this indicates that at least a minority of the Class have at least made it through the Dark Ages and are anticipating seeing if a revised Congress will be willing to do those things necessary to shore-up the Defense Department as it attempts to identify the new strategy.

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establishing a 50-year link between graduating classes (1950-2000). This idea has been very well received; first by '50 and continued by '51. During this year, members of our Class with their wives were invited to meet Midshipmen of the graduating Class at a series of receptions held at Alumni House in Febraary and March. Besides introducing the Class of 2001 to some of the "old salts" of '51 and listening to our sea stories, an opportunity was also provided to give information to the Mids about the Alumni Association and what it offers to all Alumni.

A second event was our Class's participation in the Parents and Graduating Class picnic at the start of June Week. Besides making a contribution to support this event, about 30 Classmates and wives had an opportunity to meet the graduating Class and their parents. 1 think some of our Classmates should have sought a career in politics judging by the way they "pressed the flesh" with any and all who attended. Nancy and Milt Shaw were called upon to do double duty. Not only did they greet the about-to-be graduates, but also were welcomed as the parents of one the members of the graduating Class. The third event was the presentation of the appropriate "butter bars" (shoulder device) to each graduate immediately after they received thefr diploma from President Bush.

Members of our Class, who were stationed at the bottom of the ramp to make the presentations were: Kin McKee, Al Burkhalter, Bob Dunn, and Joe Metcalf Each device was engraved '5 l-'Ol. An accompanying card with the final verse from Navy Blue & Gold, quoted at the start of this column was also included. Having the privilege of attending two of the events, I can honestly say that the Academy is not going to the dogs. We have every reason to be proud of the fine young men and women who have joined the fleet.

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Pres: CAPT Robert H. Small, USN (Ret) 874 Coachway, Annapolis, MD 21401 p: 410-841-5167; e: rhsusna51@earthlink.net Vice Pres. and Class Fund Raiser: RADM Guy H.B. Shaffer, USN (Ret.) 344 Martin's Cove Road. Annapolis, MD 21401 p: 410-757-9086; e: ghbs51usna@aol.com Corr. Sec'y: CAPT H.T. "Beau" Dietrich, USN (Ret) 9508 Woody Lane, Great Falls, VA 22066 p: 703-759-5006; e: Beau9pnt5@aol.com Treas: CAPT J.L. "Jay" Woodbury Jr., USN (Ret) 7515 Comith Drive, Alexandria, VA 22306 p; 703-768-3848; e: jaywood@juno.com Class Web page: www.usna.com/classes/class51/ 51a.html Whenever two or three shall meet Parents-Grads Picnic and old tales be retold In his remarks to the Class of 2001, PresiFrom low to highest in the Fleet dent George W. Bush was very complimenWe 'II pledge the Blue and Gold tary to our Class. He cited us as an exemplary Link In The Chain Starting with the Class of 1950 during their role model for the Class of 2001 to emulate.

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'51; Exchanging of the bars at graduation

'51: Presentation of Teaching Excellence Awards a n d J o e M e t c a l f , he a l s o h o n o r e d B i l l Lawrence as a truly modern day hero and special mention was made of Bill Holmberg who was awarded the Navy Cross for heroism during the Korean War. Another "Link in the Chain" is illustrated in the a t t a c h e d p h o t o of F r e d d a and J i m Winnefeld with the 2001 Color Gfrl, Stephany Krauz. Fredda was the Color Girl during our graduation.

Color Girls 2001 and 1951 The following excerpts from Trident, the weekly newspaper serving the Academy, are worth passing on to the Class: Lowell Stockdale has forged a connection between his Class and the Academy Classes of the future since 1971 when he began sponsoring Midshipmen. Each year he requests four Midshipmen from the entering Class, and if they want to bring a few friends, that's ok too. More than 115 Midshipmen and their friends have become part of his family and 104

his home. We've enjoyed them all, Stockdale says as he reminisces about the success of the graduates. "Some are commanders; others are flying for Delta Airlines. One went Air Force and is doing research. All are smart or they wouldn't be here." Most stay in contact with the Stockdales. Pat, his wife, gets Mother's Day calls and most touch base on birthdays and special occasions. Every year and every Class is special to the Stockdales; however, this year stands out in two respectsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;their grandson, John E. Kruse HI '01, is graduating, and this year they sponsored the top ranking Midshipman, Brigade Commander Andrew Roy '01. Their son-in law, Col John E. Kruse '76 has just assumed the responsibilities of military assistant to the Secretary of the Navy.

A slightly different venue was employed for the Washington area June Class luncheon. Instead of holding it on the first Tuesday of the month, it was moved up to Friday, I June to coincide with our actual 50th anniversary.

Over 40 Classmates and their ladies attended.

In a similar vein over 40 wives of '51 in the greater Washington area met in early May for a luncheon. This was the first time this event had been held in many years. Hopefully a precedent has been set and the luncheon will be repeated annually. Special thanks are in order to M a r y I s m a y , R u t h S m a l l , and J o a n Woodbury for putting the event together.

The photo from Pete CuUins illustrates that some of us are still young in heart, spirit, and physically fit. Pete is about to take his 100th

Pete Cullins on his 100th Dive scuba dive at Bonafre. Pete adds that Bonaiie is the best diving in the entire Caribbean.

At the start of June Week, the Class of 1951 Teaching Excellence Awards were presented to LCDR Joseph D. Skufca '85 and Professor Neil D. Berman by Superintendent VADM John R. Ryan '67. These awards have been underwritten by the Class of 1951 for over ten years. Assisting in the ceremony were Class President Bob Small and Class Vice President Guy Shaffer.

It is with great sadness that I report the death of Anita SchuUer, wife of Dutch Schuller. Anita died of comphcations resulting from a recent heart attack. Anita and Dutch had four children, three sons, a daughter, and ten grandchildren.

Anita was active in the Vfrginia Beach Suburban Repubhcan Women's Club, President of the Washington-Tokyo Women's Club, and a member of the Women's Committee of the National Symphony Orchestia. A memorial service was held at the Naval Academy. She wiU be missed by all of us. To Dutch, on behalf of the Class, we extend our deepest condolences.

Martin Livingston and Anita and Dutch Schuller At the funeral service for Dick Livingston in early May, we remembered how highly regarded Dick was in the eyes of his Classmates.

Over 100 Classmates, friends, and wives were present to pay their last respects to Dick. For many of us it was an opportunity to meet S h a r l i n e , D i c k ' s w i d o w , and children at Alumni House following the inurnment at the Columbarium.

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Jack and Louanne Cromwell The San Diego Chapter of the Class held a dinner dance at the Submarine Base at Point Loma on 22 April. In addition the West Coast "Spring Fling" provided an opportunity for Billy Lawrence to address over 74 Classmates and their ladies. Special thanks are in order to John Tillson for putting the affair together.

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Genevieve Ruggles, John Tillson, and Herb Zoehrer Dave Ferree writes that he had not seen Dick Rasmussen since 1951. They recalled being on Youngster Craise together and upon returning to Annapolis, the skipper of MACON, CAPT Scoggins, was tiding to anchor in a nice line of ships.

Dick and I decided it was a good idea to hose down the upperclassmen with fire hoses, but that was not in Capt Scoggins plan. Dick and I were summoned to the bridge where we spent a considerable amount of time, dripping wet, and wondering if there would be any Youngster leave that summer. Having finally anchored his ship in a nice line, Capt Scoggins found some plain words of advice for Dick and me, then directed us to go below to eat our pabulum!

We cleared the bridge promptly. Dick remembered many more details than I, and it was great fun reliving the escapade.

'51: Trip to Pax River Nancy and Tom McCreless write that they are happy to report that their oldest grandson, Chris Tate, will enter the Academy Plebe Class 2005, on 29 June. It is especially exciting for them in that they will be at the 50th Reunion in September as Chris begins his first year at Navy.

Doris and Dave Fewrree Al Raithel writes that on one fine day in May, Bill Lawrence gathered a group from Annapolis and Washington who had an association with the U.S. Naval Test Pilot Center at Patuxent River, MD. They journeyed south to renew memories and visit the Test Pilot School. CDR Stoney, the TPS Commander, hosted a coffee briefing of the current activities of the school. A visit to the Naval Aircraft Test Squadron followed, including a tour of the new Marine Corps KC-130J fransport with an in-plane explanation of its digital, cockpit, and its associated heads-up display. At lunch, Dave Mullany's son, Chris, a Navy civilian test engineer joined the group and enlightened the group with further information. A visit to the NATC Museum was postponed owing to the fact that it was being moved and should provide the incentive for a future trip.

A recent note from Haig Donabedian with photos tells of a recent visit to Palm Springs

by Bob Owens, his roommate First and Second Class years. Besides visiting the sights in San Diego and Palm Springs, Haig also included a photo pointing out the temperature differential between Palm Springs (90 degrees) and Washington (below freezing) in March.

He did not include a photo showing the differential in August.

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Chris Tate and his grandfather, Tom McCreless The following from Walt Boyes: Not wishing to be outdone by our surface warfare and submarine brethren, I am calling on the aviators of the Class to sponsor a memorial page in the 1951-01 Lucky Bag. Pleae send your "Flight Skins" to: Walt Boyes, 2214 McAuliffe Drive, Rockville, MD 20851-1548; 301-424-9677.

By the time you receive this edition of Shipmate, our 50th Reunion wOl be less than two months away. An exciting program has been planned and a good tumout is anticipated. Several supplementaryflyers have been mailed and information has been posted on the home page www.usna.com/classes/class51/51a.html. The Reunion Committee has performed magnificentiy in putting it all together. Despite the foregoing self-serving statement, there are probably a few loopholes or loose ends that still need to be tied together. If there are any additional questions, please contact Bob Small, Guy Shaffer, or me. Although the official submission date has come and gone, a few late entries can still be accommodated. Cancellations will be accepted until 10 September. We are looking forward to seeing old friends and renewing old acquaintances. A recent flyer noted that there will be a series of "Special Luncheons" on Friday, the 21st. The Marines (Pete Hilgartner), Afr Force (Bob Kalisch), "fron Men" in Wooden Ship—Minesweepers (Bob Adler), Supply (Tom Boyce), and Submariners (Paul Tomb) are the respective coordinators. Contact should have been made with all Classmates who fall into one of the groups. If you have not heard from one of the coordinators, please contact him immediately. Similarly on the previous evening, 105

a series of two-company dinners will be held foUowing the reception and rededication of the Museum. They will be held throughout the AnnapoUs area. Coordinators for these events are: 1 st and 2nd—Bill Johnson; 3rd and 4th— Frank McGeachy; 5th and 6th—John Stader; 7tii and 8th—Bob SmaU; 9th and lOtii—TVent Shaver; lltii and 12tii—Al Burkhalter; 13tii and 14th—Jim Winnefeld; 15tii and 16th— TBD; I7th and 18tii—Wes Hammond; 19tii and 20tii—Paul Lautermilch; 21st and 22nd— Sam Ginder; and 23rd and 24th— Guy Shaffer.

You should have been contacted by your coordinator.

Looking forward to seeing you at the Reunion. —Beau

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Pres: CAPT Jacob C. Brown, USN (Ret) Sec'y: CAPT Leigh Ebbert, USN (Ret.) 2514 Culpeper Road, Alexandria, VA 22308-2133 e: lebbertl@juno.com Webmaster: Howard McCollum e: hmccollum@prodigy.net Class Web site: www.usna.com/classes/class52/ Default.htin Fourth of July, and all is well. The Class of '02 is now leading the Brigade. Our 50th can't be far behind.

A reminder: Send photo and hard copy materials for the Golden Lucky Bag to: USNA Class of 1952, Golden Lucky Bag, PO. Box 657, Menifield, VA 22116-0657; jzack52@earthlink.net The Annual Meeting of The Association of the Class of 1952, U.S. Naval Academy was held at Fort Myer on 26 April. Business items included the election of officers. Jake Brown continues in the second year of his three-year term, Allyn Bress replaces "Red" Stein as the administrative VP, all other officers were elected for another year. Jim Troutman, treasurer, reports that our expenses for the year, $ 12,547, exceeded revenue by about $600, and that our net worth is about $60,800. Of interest were his comments about our endowment funds.

The 50th Reunion Project gifts and pledges total about $617,000. These funds are to be used for the "Cold War Theater" in a new gallery of the USNA Museum located in Preble Hall. Jim points out, "Not well known is the fact that Preble Hall and the Museum were not built with appropriated funds, but by private funding." Noted was the fact that we are also involved with a number of other projects including the maintenance of the Class of 1952 Ballroom at the Alumni House, and decorating the Alumni House Christmas tree. In addition, individual Class member's help to support a new soccer facility, sailing center, etc. Attendees at the annual meeting were: Rose Anne LaMoy, Leonards, Denbighs, Nunnellys, CC McDonald, Steins, Denfelds, Youngs, Lesters, O'Connells, Jim Troutman, Baileys, Laymans, Manaras, Browns, Toxey Califf, Ryans, AR Thompsons, Germans, Argiros, Meltzers, Ebberts, JE Wilsons, Smdabakers, Wevs, Rapkins, Bill Rowden, and the Bresses. A delightful evening with good conversation and a nice dinner.

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'52; Northwest Chapter number 2 George Berry writes: The Northwest Chapter Class of '52 exercising our independence declared the observance of the "Dark Ages" would occur this year on I April.

Angela and Glenn Driver hosted a very enjoyable afternoon and evening that started with a stage show, and ended with dinner at their home. In keeping with the English comedy of the stage show all were requested to wear or bring something English. The winner was declared to be Ralph Enos wearing a "Her Majesty's Navy" t-shirt and "Her Majesty's Submarine Service" ball cap—all authentic of course.

The fust photos above shows, left to right: Chet and Marty McRorie, Linda Gair, Whit and Judy Hansen, Bruce Gair, Ron and Vera Campbell; and the second. Chuck Seegar, Fred and Mary Jane Adair, Wendy Berry, Angela Driver, and Susie Seegar. Also attending but not shown: George Beer (the photographer), Glenn Driver, Bee and Jim Niederkrome, and Kay and Ralph Enos. Thank you, George, and we look forward to hearing about your day at the races.

From the Southwest Chapter, Bob Michaels sends news of the Fourth Annual Picacho Peak Cookout attended by: Donna and Mason Anderson, Karla and Tom Dykers, Pat and Bill Kirk, Sue and Bob Michaels, and Janey and Bob Watkins. Bob writes: Instead of "sea stories." the conversations among the group sounded more like a travelogue, with each couple telling of their latest excursions, or future travels. The Andersons had just retumed from Costa Rica, the Dykers were anticipating trips to Mexico's Copper Canyon and later to Malta, the Kirks had just returned from Amsterdam, the Watkins from their home in Alamos. Mexico. The Michaels had to be satisfied with the only "domestic" journey to Denver.

Wichita, the Ozarks. and Santa Fe. It is obvious that our collective rocking chairs are going unused at home.

Thank you, Bob, and we await your information on the Army-Navy game in the fall.

Picacho Peak—Mason Anderson. Bob Watkins, Bob Michaels. Bill Kirk, and Tom Dykers

Picacho Peak—Michaels. Andersons, and Kirks The Washington, D.C, area luncheon on 17 May featured Ace Lyons sharing thoughts about recent events surrounding the EP-3 encounter with the Chinese fighter, and observations about terror attacks including COLE. His perspective and remarks revealed another side to these incidents. We appreciated his comments. Attending: Vince Manara, Ed Leonard, Jim Troutman, Jim Stone, Howard

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McCollum, Paul Tett-eault, Dick Denfeld, Gamett Bailey, J a c k O ' C o n n e l l , H a r r y S p e n c e r , Mel Meltzer, Toxey Califf, George Lester, Leigh Ebbert, Jake Brown, Charlie Brown, John Langford, Red Stein, Bob Caulk, Bill Laux, Bob Sayre, Jerry Rapkin, Jack Young, Jerry Hyndman, Bob Denbigh, Dick Fleeson, and Jim Wilson.

Vince Argiro sends along a picture of the plaque commemorating the Engineering Duty Officer community that was dedicated at a 7 April ceremony for Blessing of the Fleet held at the Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. Muffle and Jim Nunnelly as well as Francoise and Allyn Bress were also present. Vince comments that "it was a very meaningful ceremony. VADM Pete Nanos '6'7. Commander Naval Sea Systems Command and Senior EDO, made the key address."

'52; San Diego Chapter Meeting Browsing through the spring edition of Wings of Gold, I happened on an article, "Sea Lawyers...or Man from JAG," by Paul Gillcrist. He is shown with Catherine Bell, the JAG TV show star, and shares his five-season involvement with the show which began in September 1996. Paul tells of shooting scenes in a gay bar; meeting with Don Bellisario, the show's creator; reviewing proposed episodes; writing an episode that involved visiting ORISKANY to set the stage for "his" show. That show was the first of the third season. Entitled "Ghost Ship," it received the highest Nielsen ratings for JAG up to that point. He writes of joining the Writer's Guild of America; and playing a small part in one of the shows. He ends with:

Vince Argiro at the EDO Dedication Dick Dietz, member of the board of the San Diego Aerospace Museum and chairman of the Hall of Fame Investiture banquet, writes: I was extremely proud to finally see Tom Stafford inducted into our Hall of Fame. He joins our other moon-orbiting Classmate Jim Loveil in the International Aerospace Hall of Fame.

Tom and the other four Apollo-Soyuz flight crew members; Deke Slayton, Vance Brand, MGEN Alexei Leonov, and Valeri Kubasov were honored for their July 1975 link-up in space. Their Apollo-Soyuz mission proved that two greatly diverse nations could cooperate in space flight research and their mission was the essential first step toward the multi-national International Space Station now orbiting the earth.

We were able to assemble eight other '52ers and their ladies from Califomia to help celebrate the Investiture evening with Linda and Tom Stafford.

Thank you very much, Dick, and we will look forward to hearing more from you. The picture shows Bill Drake, Dick Dietz, Tom Luckett, Bob Morris, Tom Stafford, Art Lusby, Earl Chinn, Joe Portney, and Lee Welsh. Dick also enclosed a picttire from Bob Morris taken at a U S N A San Diego Chapter meeting where Paul Gillcrist spoke. In the picture. Bob Morris, Earl Chinn, Paul, Bill Drake, and Jim Woolway.

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Yes, the costs of carrying out the day-to-day business of filmmaking are mind-boggling. However, from my perspective all the stereotypes I have read and heard about Tinseltown and its denizens are grossly exaggerated. The only thing I found that is truly hard to fully comprehend is the simple fact that it is all make believe! But, what the heck. That's show business!

Paul, I really enjoyed the article.

Dick Smith is enjoying being on local Washington, D . C , television with his "gig," a comedy routine. Some interesting mail about the cruise picture taken in GITMO. It turns out that it was First Class cmise, not Third Class cmise as originally thought.

Gene Webber says: Tom Moody told me that this was the First Company picture on the First Class cruise, and that I am in the picture. Imagine my not recognizing myself—I look a lot different these days. Also, it makes sense that Phil Case could identify so many.

Thanks, Gene, there still appears some doubt about w h o is w h o . Could it have been a First Battalion picture?

Jack Sheehan shares an email from J. Val Smith and recollections: J. Val tells of his athletic activity, "Meanwhile the old man (J. Val) is still active in the track and field business, winning six gold (55 meter, 55 meter hurdles, 200 meter, 400 meter, hi-jump and long jump) and a silver in the shot (bummer.. .but the guy who won. I beat last year, and he had a bionic shoulder operation to beat me!), all in the first indoor meet in Shawnee. OK." Jack recalls: We were in a 1st Battalion law class. After the lecture, the professor asked for questions. He got

one and answered it. Then Val popped up and asked the same question. The professor asked: "Mr. Smith, where were you when I answered that very question?" Without missing a beat, Val responded: "Sir, I was composing my rebuttal."

We were marching to class by the seawall. The OD and Messenger were up on the tennis courts.

Mike Quartararo—a champion gymnast—was marching in front of Val and I was beside him.

Quietly, I said, "Val, are you going to the masquerade ball on Saturday night?" Val said, "I wouldn' t miss it for anything." "What will be your costume, Val?" He replied, "I'm going to put a rope around Quartararo's neck and go as an organ grinder." The section collapsed with laughter and the OD came down and fried us all.

Thanks, Jack. Congratulations to J. Val. Bill Sherar sent his initial bio material, which I have forwarded. A very interesting careen I think we will enjoy the Golden Lucky Bag. (I've got a bio in—including a picture—have you?) In addition Bill sent along a note about the G m m m a n Goose designed, built, and first flown in 1937 that he had written to the editor of Afr & Space magazine. Bill points out that we flew in them at the Naval Academy as part of our air indoctrination, and as I recall the flying had something to do with providing us insurance. Thanks, Bill.

I saw many of our Classmates and friends at Demp's funeral. A reception following the service permitted many to share remembrances. I'll share some of the comments in later columns. Other Classmates who have recently died include: T h o m a s G. Weller on 11 April 2001. Red Stein, Bill R y a n , and G e n e Avallone attended a memorial service in Millville, NJ. Red notes: A large, warm, and friendly crowd attended the service and in a very informal manner, many rose to speak of Tom's influence upon their lives, his many good works in the community, and his dedication to working with cancer patients. Tom battled several cancers of the past 20 years in the same manner he approached all of the challenges in his life: great intensity and a positive attitude.

We will miss him at our 50th.

Thanks, Red. J o s e p h A. J a r o s z died on 11 January in California and John J. Foley on 22 May in Dallas, TX. We will miss them all.

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Pres: CAPT A.E. "Gas" Hubal Jr., USN (Ret) 6449 Johns Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 h: 703-533-3041; work fax: 703-534-8005 Sec'y: LCOL Da^id B. Jones, USAF (Ret) 6708 Pageland Lane, Gainesville. VA 20155-1513 h: 703-754-4492; e: djlocker@earthlink.net Webmaster: Paul Dudley e: pauld53@san.rr.com http://home.san.rT.com/pauld53/usna53 We have had a bad couple of weeks. Three of our best have left us. Col Daniel P. "Speedy" Sperling. USAF (Ret.) died, on 22 May. Douglas S. Egan collapsed while playing tennis with his wife. Marian, on 31 May. He died at the hospital about five hours after the collapse. Then on 30 May. CAPT Da\id H. Fischer. USN (Ret), was admitted to intensive care at the Orange Park Medical Center He was in the final stages of a fight against cancer He died on 2 June. "What a shock and what a loss these deaths are. Speedy Sperling, along with comic sidekick and partner F.M. Brown, kept us all laughing throughout our four years at Navy.

Doug Egan was one of the stalwarts of the 14th Company who, in the words of his Lucky Bag bio "Always did his best." Dave Fischer came to Navy with a year of varsity football behind him. He left Navy with two more years on the Varsity, starting for Navy on both sides of the Une. After his ehgibility ran out he, if I remember correctly, served as one of our Goat Keepers. I hadn't seen Speedy or Doug in several years but I did see Dave at the Jacksonville area Army-Navy game party last December He looked fine and we had a good talk about the 14-2 game. 1 ran a picture with Dave in it in both the March and April colunms this year. "While I realize that we are all now at that age when bad things do happen, three in about ten days seems to be way too much! As always we send our deepest sympathy and condolences to Jean Sperling and family, to Marian Egan and family, and to Anne Fischer and family. We grieve with you and miss your men.

Dave Grover and Sam Houston have some better news. They both are recovering, or are on the road to recovery from serious illnesses. A letter from Dave says he thought he was having a heart attack but the ER tests showed his heart was ok. He then had a MRI on his lungs, which showed that his lungs were pretty full of clots (massive pulmonary embolism). They gave him a huge dose of blood thinners and told him later that his condition was a lot more serious than he had thought. The eight days he spent in the ER and ICU confirmed that. He now has a clean bill of health but has been told that a complete recovery will be a long slow process. The treatment is walking, walking, and more walking.

He is not supposed to stay in one position for more than 15-30 minutes. He truly appreciates all the prayers and good thoughts from so many Classmates and friends and says they have helped. They hope to go on their first RV adventure in August with die USNA Alunmi RV Chapter Thanks Dave, so glad you are recovering—now keep moving!

Sam emailed me recentiy wanting news about reservations for the 50th and wondering if he was going to get stuck with running the 10th Company party again. 1 take that as a sign that he is getting better. He has finished his chemo series, although he still feels their tiring effects, and is waiting to hear as to when and if he will start a radiation 108

series. Surely hope all Sam's treatments work as they are supposed to. We may need him to work the Company Party after all.

The Class Luncheon today (5 June—our 48th Anniversary!) had a full house with close to 50 in attendance. Included were visitors Staser Holcomb and Bud Kauderer from the West Coast and Pete Kucyk, and my fellow "snowbird" Dave Wagner from the Southeast. Staser is currentiy an advisor to Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld on what he says is a temporary basis. Bud was back attending the high school graduation of twin grandchildren. He further reported that he is retiring from most of his many activities in the defense and research and development fields. He also reported that his grandson, Adam Becker, would enter the Academy with the Class of 2005 thus joining his older brotiier Chuck Becker '02. The two boys" fatiier is Larry Becker '77. Cooper Scott remarked that his brother. Bill Scott '56, was a Plebe when we were Firsties. He noted that Bill spent as much time as he could in Cooper's room in order to escape the terrible First Class in the 10th Company such as Hart Sebring, Art Gilmore, and numerous other really nasty guys. I assured Cooper that I never bothered his brother (don't think 1 did, actually).

Gus and Hart led a discussion on the fundraising activities, letters, emails, and phone calls that are going on now. Gus emphasized that giving is sdictiy a personal decision and if one feels strongly about not giving, that is fine. He is going to give as he feels that it is the correct thing for him to do. It also was brought out that if one is not particularly convinced on the need for, or the consequences and precedents that could arise from large amounts of undesignated funds at Annapolis, then they can designate their gift for the Class of '53 Project. This allows us to have the say on what the funds are to be used for. Paul Dudley is doing a good job in putting information on this subject on the Class Web page and tries his best to show all sides of the problem. If you think he isn't showing all of your side, let him know. Paul's address and the Web page address are at the top of this column. Check the Web site often—like weekly. Also check out the section of tiie Web page called "Useful Other Links." The first item in this section is a link that one can use to check out hoaxes. Several Classmates were wamed about a bad vims by reputable sounding ffiends (like retired admirals etc.) and sent out the warning to all tiieir friends. A careful search of Web sites that expose hoaxes showed that this waming. like almost all such warnings was a hoax (Paul's Hoax site did not yet have it but it gave you links to other sites that did have it).

The Annual Business Meeting of the Class of 1953 will be held at the November 2001 Class Luncheon on Tuesday, 6 November. This is a presidential election year for us. The nominating committee composed of Gus Hubal. Carl Trost, Dave Frost, and Bill Ramsey will develop a slate of candidates and a ballot will be sent to everyone by early September. Ballots must be retumed to Secretary Art Gilmore no later than 3 November, as the election tellers must tally the results in time for the Tuesday luncheon. We also will vote on the Washington area officers at the luncheon.

The Class Executive Committee met in May. A major item discussed was the need to develop a Legacy Gift Committee complete with a Chairman, co-chairs from several geographic areas and other members. The Legacy Gift Campaign will culminate in 2006, our 53rd Anniversary. The goal is to raise between $1.5 million. If you are interested in working on this committee I'm sure Gus or Hart would be happy to accept your volunteer application. You will hear much more about this subject in the upcoming months.

Chris Zirps has the 50th planning well in hand.

As of now there are about 1.075 people planning to attend. If any of you are not getting the letters from Chris call him at 703-780-6124. Chris also is obtaining representatives from each Company to set up tiie Company Parties and to assign tiie seating at the formal dinner. Hopefully, this will solve the problem of a certain few grabbing the best seats for themselves—which leaves others scrambling for a place to sit. As of early June we are scheduled to have the Pavilion for the Homecoming Football Game on 13 October. Keep an eye on the Web page or the next colunm as this might change if another Class with a major reunion asks us for that date.

My first picture this month shows a happy group that spent a fun filled time at the Shades of Green Hotel in Disneyworld this past winter Shades of Green caters to the military. It is an Orlando, FL, version of the Hale Koa at Fort De Russy at Waildki Beach on Oahu. From all reports from this group it does a very good job. Identifiable in the picture are Alex and Chuck Fellows, Barbara and George Gravesen. Jean and Joe DiGiacomo, Ginny and Hank Hukill, Judy and Gus Hubal, Mickey and Bud Kauderer, and Pauline and Carl Trost. Betsey and Dave Wagner, and Linda Will also dropped in for a day or two but were not there for the picture.

Thanks to Barbara and George Gravesen for the picture—it is a good one.

Two items from Stub Chace. The first was an email to all Classmates in which Smb says he considers himself "fortunate to have ended up in the

'53: Submariners and companions at Shades of Green Shipmate, July-August 2001

Class of '53 and made the journey tiiat still continues 52 years later with so many great guys..." and to be a part of and shared a military career with a very special group caWed...Marines. Indeed we are parochial. The 24th Marine Corps Special Basic Course is fewer in number than when we started at Quantico but we shall remain "special" until the last one goes down." He adds that he thanks God for allowing him to graduate from the Naval Academy.

He envies no person in comparing institutions that could have prepared him for a military career. He also is most thankful that he got to tiavel through otir four years with so many loyal and dedicated Classmates—many who would leave such a distinctive mark in their chosen service by virtue of excellence. He concludes "So my best to all of you on this 5th of June. Only two more years until we reach for the brass ring—of 50 years. Semper Fi." In a separate email Stub responded to my question in an earlier column as to how he and Frank Zimolzak, let their children, Sara and her husband CAPT Chris Chace, join the Navy. Stub informs me that they weren't as remiss as it appears. Chris went to Florida State University as a member of the Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Course. Unfortunately, Chris had a knee problem and felt he could cope better in the Navy. Thanks to the efforts of Chuck Fellows, then a captain serving in the Navy Enlisted Program at the Annex, they were able to get Chris discharged from the Marine Corps and enrolled in the Navy OCS Program at Newport.

Therefore "CAPT Chris Chace, USN. went into the Navy as an ensign with over four.. .(the four being those formative years spent in the Marine Corps)."

Thanks Stub. I guess you had the system figured out a long time ago.

Tony Miller has a new mailing address. He now Uves at 9560 Sunnehanna Blvd., B-102, Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-471-2484. He says he would love to see anyone passing through the P-cola area.

Joyce and Dave Fudge are in the midst of an extended vacation. They plan on traveling through Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, California and other points as they see fit. They will check their email as time and opportunity permit, but don't expect any rapid responses. Their children and one of their parents will have a good idea where they should be at any point in time. If you absolutely need to get a hold of them try their daughter, Roxanne, at 408377-5660 or 513-523-0353. If you live in the Southwest and absolutely don't want company Dave says you might want to lock your doors and rip out the phone!

Gail and Dick Wise spent the winter at their condo in Redington Shores, FL. Redington Shores is on Florida's West Coast between Clearwater Beach and St. Petersburg Beach (and a lovely wide stretch of beach it is, as we enjoyed a drink or two one evening with Gail and Dick and watched the sunset). They hope other Classmates will visit in future winters. Their phone number is 727-3910370. In April they tore themselves away from Florida and spent several weeks in Southern Italy including the Tuscany area and Florence as well as Rome, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, and Capri. The picture shows the two of them with a lovely stretch of the Amalfi Coast in the background. Thanks guys, sounds as if it was an interesting and scenic trip.

SAvailable A B RNow! D See page 3 I Shipmate, July-August 2001

Officers for the first graduating class back when the Academy was at Denver. The picture shows Jack with Lt Gen Marcus Anderson USAFA '61 and Jack's son-in-law, Rick Rosborg USAFA '75. Jack adds that Gen Anderson had over 4,400 hours and 240 combat missions in Southeast Asia and wonders if people got that many missions. I said I thought there were lots of aircrew men that racked up impressive mission totals in all four services (Stub, note that I'm counting your boys as a separate service).

Gail and Dick Wise and the Amalfi Coast Earl Griggs wants all concerned to know that a 13th Company Mini Reunion of the combined Classes of 1951-1959 will be held during USNA Homecoming, Saturday, 13 October 2001 at a time and place to be announced.

Wanda and Fred Mann took a trip last November to visit old Navy friends. Their first stop was at Bethel and Sam Massie's beautiful farm near Buena Vista, VA. It is his old family homestead. It was just a cabin when Sam was a boy. He has made major additions and it now is large, very comfortable, and charming. They then visited Bob Ford's widow, Libby, in Richmond. From there they went to Philadelphia where they saw Sissie Swanson whose first husband was Hardy Swanson. Fred has Sissie's current address and is going to give it to Chris as she is on his missing hst. The fmal visit was to see Ellen and Clint Dodson '52 in Flat Rock, NC, near Asheville. Fred roomed with Bob and Sam in the 10th Company and was assigned with Hardy from primary flight school right up to the point when they simultaneously resigned. Ellen and Clint were next door neighbors at Ramstein AFB in Germany. Fred sent me this news in early May and noted that they were in the midst of a major snowstorm that was dumping the most snow they have received in a single storm since they moved to Colorado. They had over 28 inches as Fred wrote and it was still coming down hard. The picture shows Fred with Bethel and Sam. Fred calls it Sam's two wives. Thanks Fred—your trip brought back some good memories.

Go Navy, Beat Air Force! Morrison with two Zoomies Ron Gurnsey wants all to know that his address is now 318 Kilkelley Road, Kalama, WA 98625.

He also submits the following short recap. He was recently blasted out of his funk by some good friends and now declares that he is back! What had he been doing? "Let's just say that I fought the good fight forming several Corporations and trying to get them financed, that I learned some great things, and that all things considered I would do it again." Then for reasons unfathomable, he let himself crawl off into a hole and tum inward. It was a bad, even stupid move. It showed him that we all can be foohsh and be so at any age. He now has goals and challenges fixed in his mind again and is pressing on!

"Somehow, somewhere my ideas and voice will be heard, and 1 will make my small mark on the modem world. Thanks friends!"

Huntley and Libby cruising Milford Sound

Sam Massie with his two wives, Bethel and Fred Betsey and Jack Morrison recently babysat grandkids in San Antonio while their daughter and her USAF Colonel husband were in Italy for a few weeks with the husband's Four Star boss. The night before the kids went to Italy the son-in-law invited Betsey and Jack to an AOG dinner dance. Jack soon found out that AOG means Association of Graduates of the U.S. Air Force Academy. There was our Jack, a solid Blue & Gold type, surrounded by over 90 Zoomies. While the ratio of good guy to bad guys wasn't really all that bad. Jack did say that they got a little insufferable about football. He mentioned that Coach Weatherbie said, "Watch out, we're really going to have a good football team this year!" and they almost collapsed from laughter (Jack had to hide the giggles as well). He met a Harry Johnson USAFA '59 who remembered our Kim Bassett and Bill Fredlund who were TAC

A final picture shows Libby and Huntley Boyd on a short boat tour of Milford Sound in New Zealand. Will save a couple items from Lynn and Dave Johnson, a bit about Ruth and Irv Boeskool (still alive in Newaygo, MI) and a good picture of Captain Doodah (Raffaele).

Don't forget the Class Luncheons are on the first Tuesday of each month at the Fort McNair Officer's Club at 11:30 a.m. We tailgate before and after each home football game. Tailgating starts about two and a half-hours before kickoff and ends when the traffic has thinned down enough so that it is no big hassle getting out of the parking lot. This is typically 1 to 2 hours after the end of the game. We gather in the East Parking Lot (also called the Gold Lot, I believe) just in from where the Elks Club used to be. '78 tailgates closest to the edge of the lot and we are inside them. Look for the '53 banner. As of now we will be in the pavilion for the Homecoming game on 13 October We run an unstructured, unorganized potluck that usually turns out great. Bring what you do well or really like and bring your own beverages. If you haven't signed 109

up already for the 50th you better get with it. Keep checking the Web site and Beat Army and anybody else that we can! We will be at the Gainesville address for most of the summer and fall. Keep the news and pictures coming in and lets all try to stay healthy. Have a great summer. —Dave

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Annual Membership: 38% Life Membership: 32%

Pres: Col Fitz W. Woodrow, USMC (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Oliver Shearer Jr., USN (Ret.) 9615 Podium Dr., Vienna, VA 22182-3338 h: 703-938-5211; e: ovshearer@erols.com Webmaster: Will Croom e: willyaye@hotmail.com Class Web site: http://www.usna54.net Spring has sprung, the grass has rizz and summer is just around the comer. Our Class picnic this year was held at Fort Hunt National Park in Alexandria, VA, on 4 June. Wish that more of you could have been here to enjoy it with us. Will Croom (our new Class entertainment czar) did a splendid job of organizing it and making all the arrangements. There will be photos in next month's column. Loyal 5th Company members headed to Colorado Springs for a mini-reunion during 7-9 June hosted by Jim Austin. Get the most up-to-date Class news and photos from the '54 Class Web site.

Dick Alger is doing fine after heart surgery in Bethesda Naval Hospital in May and hasn't missed a lick on his milestone chart for our 50th Reunion. He would like to receive additional reminiscences from you of humorous events during our previous reunions.

Sad News Ed Tipshus informed us in May that Robert Lewis "Bob" ComeU (2), died in 1998 while residing in Santo Domingo, Dominican Repubhc. Bob resigned from the Navy in 1967. Ed Tipshus was able to contact Bob's sister in Houston, TX, and will originate a Shipmate obituary.

Dick Dean leamed that Rod Cameron (23) died of heart failure on 11 April 2001 at the Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresfield, NC. Rod wore silver dolphins at USNA and after a tour on PUTNAM after graduation, went to Submarine School and served on PIPER. He resigned from the Navy in 1958 and started work for Electric Boat Company in Groton, CT, followed by working as director of engineering of Lawrence Memorial Hospital in New London until 1988. Our sympathy goes to his wife, Ann, and their children.

Another voice from the Deep South, land of the Bonnie Blue Flag, was from George McKee. Bea and Jon Hurt stopped by to see Pat and me for a few days in early March. They found out our secret down here in South Carolina. We were able to play the Monticello golf course that was recently written about in the Golf Digest as one of the top ten new playable courses. We also played tennis at our activity center complex. Bea and Pat visited some of the many antique shops in McCormick. Jon was able to meet a former Westinghouse employee who was at Bettis when Jon was going through nuclear training. Our night out at a local eatery proved to be excellent as we had freshly cooked grilled ribs with all the trimmings and local ambiance.

Sec'y note: apologies to George for my incorrect report in the May column about him having undergone a hip replacement.

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Bell. Land. Deuel. Shearer. Krumweide the Phoenix area. His address is 18334 N. Sterling Drive, Surprise, AZ 85374-3303; 623-556-9276; fax 623-556-9281; no email. He moved from Foimtain Hills in January '01 and is still a docent at the Champlin Fighter Aircraft Museum at Falcon Field in Mesa, AZ, and is active in veteran's activities.

Chuck is corresponding secretary of the Phoenix USNAAA Chapter but sees few '54 Classmates in the area. He hopes that this note might encourage you readers to attend the monthly meetings at Aunt Chiladas Restaurant in Phoenix on the second Wednesday of the month at 11:30 a.m. Chuck says that he can still fit into the set of blues he bought over 20 years ago—a feat that few of us can do!

Deuel exhibits strength Olympic Tryout On 6 April, Jim Bell, Bill Land and your scribe journeyed up the 1-270 Corridor to the Holiday Inn at Frederick, MD, to cheer for our esteemed Classmate Jamie Deuel as he participated in the 2001 USA National Masters Men's and Women's Weight Lifting Championship. This was a qualifying event for the Pan American and World Masters Championships. Arriving early on a rainy moming for 'ole stud muffin's efforts against ten or so other ironpumping geriatrics in the 65 to 69 year age groups, we had coffee in the restaurant to kill some time and were joined by Lois Ann and Jerry Krumwiede. Apparently, Will Croom had advised them that some '54 Classmates were attending a freak show in their area and they weren't going to miss it. It would take about two hours for all the contestants to get through Jamie's age and weight Class so Jim, Bill and I spent a littie time in the cocktail lounge. Jim was buying and he sweettalked the young, cute little bartender into selling drinks for half-price since we were the only cus-

tomers. We then rejoined the other spectators in time to see Jamie, with his new teflon knee, Uft his iron and place fourth in his group. After taking some '54 group pictures, and talking Jim out of staying longer to watch the women lifters, we called it a day and headed for the bam. Prior to this event, Jamie visited three other former submariners in Northem Virginia (Dick Thompson, Hal Glovier and Scribe)—bringing us all up to date on his and Carol's hfe out in Albuquerque.

Bill Neel (12) sent a photo with following message: Aboard NORWEGIAN DRE.\M. while rounding a tamed Cape Horn in early March, the Neels discovered that their breakfast partner was none other than Carol Berg, widow of Bob Berg. Photos. '54 lore and a toast to Magellan followed.

Bill Neel. Carol Berg and Colleen Neel I received a letter from Marion Schlenzig with a photo taken at her Palm Desert home, of Marion with Terry and Falvie Anderson, and Joyce and Barney Greisen. She expressed appreciation for the support she has received from so many of Bob's Classmates. Marion moved from Palm Desert on 3 May to Prescott City, AZ. Her new address is 1054 Clubhouse Drive, Prescott, AZ 86303; 520-4421358. Marion also can be reached on her boat at Coronado Yacht Club 619-437-1273.

The Andersons. Marion Schlenzig and the Greisens

Shipmate, July-August 2001

Your scribe received another wildlife story from Bryce Mutch down in 'Chittlin Switch, GA, about a bald eagle that poaches fish in one of Bryce's ponds. Seems like the eagle is catching more of his perch than Bryce who uses worms and crickets for bait. Taking a lead from the old scarecrow tactic in a field, Bryce now anchors one of his skiffs in the middle of the pond with his dog Rosie aboard who barks at the approaching eagle and frightens it away while Bryce is fishing.

Br>ce and Dinah Mutch Classmates in the Washington metro area shifted bimonthly luncheons from Squire Rockwells to Ft. Myer Officer's Club on the second Wednesday of even months. Annapolis area Classmates continue their bimonthly luncheons at the Academy's Officers' and Faculty Club on the second Tuesday of odd months.

NAVAL ACADEMY' Harsrave. Peerv. and Noel Smith

Dick Bums Shipmate, July-August 2001

Sea Trials for 2004 In April, Fitz received an invitation for members of '54 to observe Sea Trials for the Class of '04.

That's the Class 50 years behind us. Sea Trials were developed about four years ago and is a program to challenge the Plebe Class each year. Don't think the Academy has developed a dock trials or fast cmise yet. but there's always room for growth. Anyway, the all-day (starts at 4 a.m.) program consists of physical teamwork in obstacle courses, physical endurance exercises, basic seamanship and problem solving evolutions to demonstrate the Plebe Class's ability to face and overcome challenging situations. The overseers were mostly upper Classmen (Second and Third Classmen—First Class were on leave all week). However, a good many of the executive department staff were seen walking around unobtiusively. No OOD and a messenger with a stack of Form 2s on the leash.

Although advertised on the '54 Web site and by email, the only observers showing up on 15 May were Ernie Evans and 'ye olde scribe. Many were on the excused squad, or had honey do's or diaper duty or golf scheduled and mundane things like that.

Ernie and 1 pulled up to the Naval Station gate at North Severn at 9 a.m., as directed, and the Sea Trials staff as waiting for us. They expected more of '54 but understood my excuse that too many Classmates, especially the ones living near Annapolis, weren't up to walking around fields on a Tuesday. This was a day when '54 didn't do more. Emie and 1 were provided with our own guide, a Second Classman (junior for the PC) to help us maneuver around from event to event—and they were scattered across both sides of the river. We started watching the Plebes lifting and toting logs and climbing walls, followed by a rope climb. The latter appeared to be the most difficult for the Mids.

Then we ventured by some POW indoctrination buildings (next to the old ammo magazines) and heard all kinds of shouting and screaming, and saw Plebes being herded around blindfolded by Upper Class dressed in Third World, rag head costumes.

The pugistick contest, with Mids padded and wearing helmets, was interesting. The Commandant, wearing gym shorts and remaining rather incognito, was keeping a weather eye on this while a gunny sergeant was the referee and the real safety factor.

Emie wanted to get in the box and use his bayonet skills against any of the large Mids, but cooler heads prevailed and convinced him he'd get his white Brooks Brothers shorts dirty and might injure one of the rising Youngsters. Next, our guide, MIDN 2/ C Monica Hurley '02, a ME major, took us to the "Bear Pit" (a 25-feet diameter mud hole), to view tag team wrestling.

Your scribe then drove to Hospital Point where the Mids carried simulated wounded comrades while being doused with fire hoses, crawled under barbed wire (no machine guns firing over top of them) and helped each other through and over obstacles. We finally watched "Normandy," which was conducted at the end of Hospital Point near the Severn River Bridge. Several rubber boats, each laden with about eight Mids, were paddled through landing craft obstacles (many crossed 2-by-4's) where the occupants disembarked while being shot at from the beach by upper Classmen armed with paint guns. The "Rangers" crawled under barbed wire, up the small beach, picked up fairly msty, inoperative M-ls and charged the defenders who fell back toward Beach Hall, firing behind barricades. At this point I had to get Ernie to sit down as he was almost overcome with grief seeing the rusty rifles we had marched with. Normandy was

interesting to watch and I took some photos, which Will Croom will put on the Web site. There were other things to see, but Ernie and 1 were just worn out watching the Plebes work so hard. We were both most favorably impressed with the enthusiastic, high-spirited Mids who were determined to help each other excel. This was no individual competition. Well done to the Naval Academy for instrumenting this program. As they did last summer during their Reaffirmation Day parade, the Class of 2004 appears to be a great one. Excellent leader-j ship traits were visible throughout the day.

It really keeps the Mids busy the week between the end of exams and start of graduation week. Sorry to burden you with this long diatribe, but you didn't send me much news this time. Thanks again to those! of you who did.

Annual Membership: 34%' Life Membership: 35% Pres: LCDR Dennis Sullivan, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Thomas G. Kiefaber, USN (Ret.) 11814 Triple Crown Rd., Reston, VA 20191 h: 703-758-1077; e: KIEF55@aol.com http://www.usna.com/classes/1955 From the desk of the Prez, Denny Sullivan: The Class Executive Committee met in May. Some of the items discussed were: The 50th Reunion will be held the weekend of 10 September 2005. Wes Saunders has reserved the Waterfront Marriott where we were for the 45th. It's a long way off but not too early to provide input. If you have any thoughts or ideas get them to a Class officer or someone in the D.C. area. We have decided to have a 50th Reunion Remembrance Book—something lasting to recount Class and personal recollections, for family and friends. Again, we need input and ideas about format and content. We need also an editor and a business manager, preferably from the Washington. D.C, area.

We decided to wait a while to initiate the "Link in the Chain" Program. This is an Academy endorsed effort to form an enduring bond between 50-year Classes; in our case, it would be the Class of 2005, which entered the Academy this July. The Committee thought it best to wait until the 2005 Class was organized (at least until after Plebe Summer) before beginning this effort. A complete description of this program will be in Shipmate in the near future.

The Class Gift for the 50th Reunion was discussed at length. The Academy generally prefers several small projects rather than one large gift.

Fred Tolleson and a small committee are working with the Naval Academy Foundation to define this project. Funds for the project will be raised as part of the Foundation's Capital Campaign which began in June. When the project choices have been narrowed by Fred and his group.

Classmates will be consulted by email and letter.

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For this football season, we will tailgate in the usual placeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Area 3 in the Gold parking lot. There will be a dinner party after the Homecoming game (Rice) on 13 October. Don Conner has arranged this with Paul's Restaurant on the South Ri\er The Air Force game will be at FedEx Stadium (Redskins) and we will have a designated tailgate area for that.

Ned Floyd has volunteered to organize a minireunion in San Diego in May 2003. No real plans or details yet. but watch this column and stay tuned to the Class Listserv.

Dick Kiefer writes from Tucson, AZ: This spring the U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight (P-5I Mustangs, F-15s, F-I6s. A-lOs. and F-86s) conducted their semi-annual air show formation flight training at Davis Monthan AFB in Tucson.

AZ. Bill Anders participated in these events with his P-5I Mustang named The Val-Halla (named after guess who?). Prior to Sunday's flights. Bill asked me if I wanted to fly formation on his return trip to San Diego as he has a stick, rudder, and throttle in the back seat. Although I had acquired many hours of flying time in the Air Force.

I jumped at this once-in-a-lifetirae opportunity.

After leading numerous formation flights on Sunday, Bill picked me up after his last flight and we took off for a memorable flight to San Diego.

I had a great time and we spent the evening reminiscing about our lives since our flight training days at McAIIen. TX. Thanks Bill. By the way. Bill received the year 2000 Heritage Flight Pilot of the Year Award at Davis Monthan AFB. Congratulations!

'53: Ed and Joan Odgen. Rosemary and Ed Grant

Bill Anders briefing Dick Kiefer Hugh "Webby" Webster came in with a report on another great football luncheon in San Diego with approximately 33 attendees. Of course, "King Koz" Kozischek was the leader in cheerleading and was the official photographer. The enclosed pictures represent Classes from '37 to '90. "I have made Jim Stockdale '47 an honorary football player, plus a couple of former commandants (if they ever caught tiie ball, it is A-OK)."

Coach DeRuyter. USAF '85. King Koz. Webby E ^ Ogden reminisces; I've been catching up on reading my issues of Shipmate since coming home from our threemonth, round-the-world excursion and I was particularly interested in the March '55 column regarding the honoring of Don Lange as one of Navy's all-time basketball greats. I liked the

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stories about Don that were told on that occasion.

But what I wondered is. does anyone know how he got his nickname "Gooner"'? Well. I think it started in 1950 after the opening game of the NAPS basketball schedule. We played against the Rhode Island State freshmen.. .we won by a score of 92-78...in a game in which Don scored 50 points. Afterwards. Don was heard to say in the locker room that he hoped that the tall goons would not begin to ruin the game of basketball. Not sure exactly when he was first called "Gooner""...it could have been on the bus back to Newport or it could have been at our next practice session, but it became his nickname from that time on. And. I'm not sure who first used the nickname "Gooner." It could have been Jim DeGroff. Bill Martin, or John Johnson. If 1 were to guess I would say it was Jim DeGroff because he did have a penchant for coining nicknames. Just a bit of trivia to enhance the legend of "Gooner."

Travelogues as received from Ed Ogden, Otto Zipf, and Tom Emery, in that order: From Ed Ogden: This letter was supposed to have been a joint effort by Ed Grant and me to accompany the enclosed photo of our 1 April visit to the Pyramid of Chephren at Giza...but. we somehow never got around lo composing a letter while we were enjoying our latest cruising experience.. .so many things to do and so few days to enjoy them! Rosemary and Ed Grant, and Joan and I were on the MS ROTTERDAM 2001 World Cruise that ended in New York City on 27 April. Rosemary and Ed began their 100-day world cruise in Los Angeles on 18 January: while Joan and I joined the ship in Singapore on 17 March for die 41 day segment back to New York after having flown to Auckland. NZ, to board the QE2 on 4 Febmary for passage lo Hong Kong by way of southern and westem Australia before wending our way to Singapore via Bangkok.

Ed Grant and 1 had sailed for about two weeks of the cruise before discovering that we were

USNA Classmates; actually Rosemary and Joan did the ""disco\ ering" which was rather unusual.

We were on an overland tour of Egypt that included visits to Luxor. Abu Simbel. Aswan, Cairo, and Giza. On the first day of the tour, when we were visiting the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Rosemarj' and Joan chose to stay on the tour bus rather than walk to the temple as we had a quite long day of touring. It had begun with an early moming flight from Sharm-el-Sheik to Luxor, followed by visits to the Temple of Kamak and then the Valley of Uie Kings after lunch. While they were chatting. Rosemary noticed Joan's miniature and. like some say. the rest is history. But what was so unusual was that the four of us had been sitting next to each other all day on the tour bus and had chatted about the temples and tombs, our lunch and other things that people chat about while touring, without realizing that Ed and I were both '55ers. When Ed and I got back on the tour bus. we began chatting about our USNA experiences that ended with a mutual realization that we had never met each other during the four years at Annapolis...Ed being in the llth while I was in the 23rd Company at almost opposite ends of Bancroft. During the next two days of our tour, we spent quite a bit of time together and continued to see each other during the remaining four weeks of our cruise. We would occasionally meet each other about the ship, we dined together and we often met Ed for moming coffee while cruising through the Mediterranean and across the Atlantic as it was great to be with, and get to know, Rosemary and Ed. We also talked about our other travels and I leamed that Rosemary and Ed had cruised with Holland American Lines and ROTTERDAM many times as well as other travels. Ed may wish to document this as I don't know the details except to know dial they have traveled to many places since Ed has become almost fully retired. I will, however, provide the following brief digest of die Shipmate, July-August 2001

"Joan and Ed Ogden Travel Log" of the past 20 years. Our travels, which usually have been biennially, have included cruises and land tours as well as two trips around the world. We have visited 72 countries and 258 cities. London and Venice are our most visited cities with six visits to each; and, Bangkok is our favorite city to visit. Our travels do not constitute something for inclusion in the Guines.': Book ofRecord.s. but our albums of photos and post cards are nice collections of memories for Joan and I.

From Otto Zipf: Peggy and I took the opportunity in February to cruise south from Usuaia, Argentina, toward the bottom of the world (Usuaia advertises itself as the most southern city in the world. When we landed there by plane enroute to our cruise ship. I would have added also the windiest city). Our cruise ship MARCO POLO was ready to take us on another adventure of our lifetime. We were heading south to the White Continent, the Antarctic Peninsula. The cruise itinerary included four trips to local Antarctica areas by zodiacs.

We did make four trips, but only three landings.

The fourth landing at Port Lockroy was cancelled, although we cruised the local waters. The population of penguins and chicks was such that our presence in the rookery was not deemed a good idea. Port Lockroy is an active British scientific station that is maimed by two scientists during the summer months of November to February. Our three landings took place at Deception Island.

Paradise Harbor, and Half Moon Island. The waters close to the shoreline at Deception Island are warm enough, at times, for some adventurous people to strip down to bathing suits to go wading or dunking! Peggy and I saw this, but did not participate. Chile has a rather large permanent scientific station at our landing site at Paradise Harbor, which also is manned only during sununer months.

All of our landings brought us right into the midst of flourishing penguin rookeries. After the visit to the White Continent, we headed north to make our transit, from east to west, of dreaded Cape Horn. The weather and seas were so calm that we cruised the Horn area making three transits before heading north into the inner passage fjords of Chile.

The enclosed photo shows Peggy and me in our Antarctic parkas, with Peter Hillary. He was one of our guest lecmrers on board ship, and the son of Sir Edmund Hillary of Mt. Everest fame. Peter lectured to us, informing us that he and his father are the only father-son adventurers who have both climbed Mt. Everest, both been to the North Pole and the South Pole. He was on the verge of conquering the peak of K-2 with a party of climbers when, about 1.200 feet short of the summit; he sensed a change in the weather pattern. His climbing team proceeded up. He tumed back alone. None of his team members were ever heard from again. nor were any bodies ever found. K-2 is about 800 feet shorter than Everest. Peter has not yet revisited K-2 for another climb attempt. If I ever have a chance in the future to hear this humble man lecture. I would snatch up the opportunity.

Otto and Peggy Zipf with Peter Hillary

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'55; Emerys' get-together From Tom Emery: For the past four years, Gale and I have spent the month of February in Coronado. CA. to be near family in La Mesa, who incidentally, bought Sis and Bill M a r t i n ' s home! Roz and Mai MacKinnon visited us overnight. We gave them a dinner party inviting the Websters, Wilsons, and Nyquists. Shown in the picture in front, left to right: Peggy Webster. Connie Wilson. Roz MacKinnon, Peggy Nyquist and Gale Emery. In the back, Hugh Webster, Smoke Wilson, Mai MacKinnon, John Nyquist. and Tom Emery.

After our month in Coronado. we set out on an "Around the World" trip for another two months.

Two couples joined us in part. We visited New Zealand. Australia. Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls), Switzerland, and Cotswolds/London. It provided stark contrasts in terms of climate, scenery, governing, quality of life, and outlooks. The one place we hope to return to is the South Island of New Zealand. It is remarkable in its scenery from Alps to sheep farms and lakes to ocean. The people were exceptionally friendly and pleased that we were in their country. They exude happiness!

One of the highlights of the trip was our staying in B&Bs that tumed out to be wonderful. We made most reservations via the Internet. If anyone is interested, we would be happy to share our itinerary. A couple of asides, I played golf in Melboume and Victoria Falls with the latter being a little more interesting sharing the course with a variety of animals, and finally, we are now having fun sorting about a 1,000 pictures.

Many thanks to Bob Price who forwarded on the

following from The San Diego-Tribune, May 2001: Where are they now? Catching Up With People Who Made News. This Week: Jerry Kowalsky...Local Executive Blew the Whistle on Saddam.

Two years before the Kuwait invasion, Jerry Kowalsky exposed Saddam Hussein's plan to build a nuclear arsenal. But the San Marcos businessman's heroism wound up costing him his job. On 6 September 1988, Kowalsky. then president of CSI Technologies Inc., was looking through faxed order forms. Suddenly, a chill shot up his back. Kowalsky, an electronics engineer, informed the CIA and the U.S. Customs Service of his deduction: An Iraqi company was shopping for devices to trigger nuclear bombs. "From that day on, my life was never the same." Kowalsky would write. Instead of being ordered to deny the Iraqi request, Kowalsky was told to become a lead player in a joint U.S.-British sting. In a plot worthy of a spy novel, he strung the Iraqis along for

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18 tense months. Finally the trapâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;baited with sabotaged triggersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;was sprung on 28 March 1990. Six Iraqi agents were arrested. Soon after, Kowalsky was tracked down in San Francisco by an ABC News crew. When he retumed to his office in San Marcos, more than a hundred media requests for interviews awaited. Always wary of Iraqi retaliation, the former Navy officer's apprehension spiked. He carried a shotgun in the trunk of his car. "Whenever I got in, I looked underneath to see if there was a bomb," Kowalsky said.

In September 1990. the Customs Service gave Kowalsky the Yorktown Award, its highest honor.

The former submariner and his wife enjoy reunions of the Naval Academy's Class of 1955.

George W. Martin has provided a very interesting account of the recent Naval Forces Under the Sea Symposium. It's fascinating!

The loss of the Russian submarine KURSK in the year 2000, the recent Peter Maas best seller. The Terrible Hours and the movie Men of Courage were made a part of the "Naval Forces Under the Sea" Symposium. The Terrible Hours tells the story of Swede Momsen, and his tireless work to develop the Momsen lung and the McCann diving chamber. The movie is loosely based on the life of Navy diver Carl Brashear. This symposium was jointly spon.sored by the Office of Naval Research and held at the Naval Academy, 24-27 March 2001. The purpose was to highlight the Navy's significant developments in science and technology related to diving, special warfare, and submarine search and rescue. An additional purpose was to capture and preserve some of the historical knowledge that, in many cases, resides only in the minds of the primary contributors. (Considering that our Class is working on our 50th Reunion, it is safe to say that we are part of history.)

After opening remarks by the Superintendent, VADM John Ryan '67, the historical presentations began with Don Walsh '54. reviewing the dive to the deepest known location in the oceans. 35.800 feet, the Challenger Deep in the Marianas Trench.

I came next with the story of TRIESTE'S role in searching for THRESHER and photographing portions of the wreckage at a depth of 8.400 feet. I then reviewed the role of submersibles in the search for and recovery of the H-bomb in the Mediterranean at 2.850 feet. I was fortunate to have been in ALVIN when we found the bomb. Brad Mooney '53 followed with TRIESTE actually finding the hull and photographing THRESHER in the summer of 1964.

Ross Saxon completed the story reviewing the role of TRIESTE in photographing the pieces of SCORPION

at 10.000 feet in the Atlantic. Mai MacKinnon had been invited, but was unable to accept because of prior commitments.

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The unclassified stories of special warfare and saturation diving and salvage work were fascinating to anyone interested in the Navy or the oceans.

John Craven, former chief scientist of the Navy Special Projects Office and of the Deep Submergence Systems Project was there. I enclose a photo of John giving a copy of his new book. The Silent War, to me as a former colleague.

The real VIPs of the meeting were the four survivors of the submarine SQUALUS and the survivor of the submarine TANG. SQUALUS sank in 240 feet of water off Portsmouth. NH. in 1939. I remember my father taking me to the seashore near there and pointing out to sea, saying, "There is a submarine sunk out there." The SQUALUS men were lifted to the surface by the Momsen designed McCann chamber in the first operational use of that chamber. Fortunately Swede Momsen was on the scene to direct the use of the bell in the first rescue of trapped submariners.

Clay Decker's story is even more harrowing.

While on a war patrol in Japanese waters. TANG was making a surface attack on Japanese shipping and fired several torpedoes. The last torpedo circled back and exploded against TANG'S after compartments. The sub sank immediately in 138 feet of water. About 12 men were in the control room and conning tower. About five men made it to the surface using the Momsen lung. They were picked up by the Japanese and put into a brutal prison. Clay survived all that and thanks God for letting Swede Momsen develop the lung and for rescuing him from prison. Clay emphasized how important it was to have actually trained with the lung at the diving tower and from a submarine before he had to use it in wartime.

George Martin with author. John Craven It is sad to report that Gene A. Crosby (16) passed away on 28 April 2001. His widow Jerry {iirosby can be reached at: 19171 62nd Place, Live Oak, FL 32060; 904-362-4113. She posted the following message on the '55Listserv; My husband, and your '55 Classmate, Gene Crosby, died on 28 April after a long battle with cancer. He delighted in keeping in touch with Classmates through the email site and in Shipmate.

He showed great pride in knowing that he was a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and has always loved his country. His friend and Classmate, Jim Carr, delivered a beautiful farewell from all of you at the funeral. We shall all miss him terribly, but know that he is in a much better place now. On behalf of Gene and myself. I wish all the '55 Classmates the very best!

Congratulations to Bill Hircotte who was saluted

by The Naval War College Foundation as its "Faculty in the Spotlight" for his dedicated leadership (Chairman) of the National Security Decision Making Department and holder of the James V. Forrestal Chair of Management at the Naval War College.

Bill has been on the faculty at N W C for more than 27 years.

To The Class of '55 MG Buchanan wishes to extend heartfelt thanks, to the Class, for the letters, calls and cards received on the passing of her father, RADM Charles A. Buchanan '26.

Additionally, my family and I sincerely appreciated the presence of those Classmates that attended Dad's services at Arlington on 30 April.

We were honored to have Jack Renard and Ted Parker as two of the pallbearers. Bless you all for your kindness and moral support during this time of loss. As I said in my remarks at Dad's service, I learned much about and from this modest man, spending a great deal of time with him these last years. I would like you all to know that his time as Commandant meant the most to Dad of all the tours in his career. Gratefully and with love, MG Buchanan.

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Class Executive Committee Co-Chairmen: CAPT Douglass F. Hayman, USN ( R e t ) (11) COL George Mushaiko, USAF ( R e t ) (15) Sec'y: Dave Swanson (4) 16 E. Del Ray Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 p; 703-548-7240; f: 703-548-0272 e: hdswanson@aol.com Last Muster Frank Zechlin (4) died Tuesday, 22 May, well before his time at age 69, from a raptured abdominal arterial aneurysm. Frank's family held a memorial service at St. Timothy's Catholic Church in A p p l e Valley, C A on F r i d a y , 25 M a y . In accordance with Frank's wishes his cremated ashes were buried at sea.

Tidewater Classmates Jim Cannon (4) and Ken Costilow (7) provided input about an evening function held in April; In April the Tidewater area Class of '56 celebrated the end of the Dark Ages at the Princess Anne Country Club in Virginia Beach. The evening affair began with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Later we sat down to a gourmet dinner all of which was hosted by Dick Roberts (5) and Poppy Miller (17). A harpist, arranged by Poppy, provided the dinner music! Our group included Nancy and Perry Stone (17), Mary and Robby Robertson (2), the Ellises (5), Allene and Bill Hull (17), Laura and Hoot Foote (12), Jay Maston (22) and his lady friend, Joan Hall, the Burts (22), Vivian and Ken Costilow. Lynn and Dave Carre (8), Jane and Poppy Miller, Shirley and Dick Roberts, Tom Lynch (5) (he drove over from Charlottesville), Vern Bush (9) and his lady friend, Joan Hall, the Swanenburgs (13), Alice and Jack Mclntyre (15), Annette and Bob Rodgers (2), Olive and Don Johnston (15), Jean and Al Gaylor (15), Carolyn and Jim Whelan (5), Ann Dyer (5W), Fran and Fred Adams (23), the Michaels (10) and Alice and Jim Cannon. We heard quite a few sea stories and of course none were embellished. Nevertheless, it was a really nice evening.

Alice and Jim Cannon

Allene and Bill Hull

Carolyn and Jim Whelan

Danny and Effie Micheals

Jane and Poppy Miller

Shirley and Dick Roberts

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USNH Class of 1956 45**^ Reunion

Thursday, 8 November - Sunday, 11 November 2001 Reunion Headquarters: Loews Hotel, Annapolis, same as the 40"".

Thursday, 8 November: Early Check-In/Registration 1000-1200, 1600-1800 Class Golf Toumament Early Bird Reception in Alumni House with Alumni Association Staff Annapolis & USNA Tours Friday, 9 November: Registration continues Reunion Luncheon, Bo Coppedge Room/Alumni Hall Annapolis & USNA Tours Welcome Reception at Loews Hotel

Saturday, 10 November: Tailgate at Class of '53 Pavilion NAVY vs. Tulane Football Game Reunion Banquet at Loews Hotel Sunday, 11 November: Memorial Service at USNA Chapel Farewell Luncheon in Bancroft Hall

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most to him, of all his duty assignments. Jimmy Hogg (17), (our lifelong friend), represented the Great Class of '56, as one of the honorary pallbearers. .. at dad's Service at Arlington. Thank you again, dear friend.

I am trying to respond to the many thoughtful messages from '56 Classmates. In the interest of time, and should the opportunity present itself, would you be kind enough to relay Buck's and my sincere appreciation to '56ers for their considerate and welcome words.

Bless you and thank you.

Bill Simpson (12) sent the following and a picture about a visit with Elie and Pete Randrup (3) in May:

'56; L to r; Pete and Elie Randrup, Gerry and Bill Simpson

'56; Jim Thomas (9), Mike McBride (6), Dick Shigley (9), and Jerry Fulk

On Sunday evening, 6 May, Gerry and I had a great visit with Pete and Elie Randrup at the Double T Diner in Baltimore. Gerry and I made a quick driving trip to Baltimore for Gerry's very first high school reunion ever. It was an interesting experience for her being that it was the 55th reunion. It was a great trip where we were able to visit everyone we had intended to visit, including Pete and Elie.

Pete and I did not know each other well at Navy, but this wonderful device, the computer, and the openness of the Internet has brought us together.

One thing that I have no doubt about: Pete has a deep love for the Academy and the Class of '56.

And Amen! Attached is a photo taken that night. I hope it comes across well.

Sid Davis (8) requested that I include the following message of appreciation: I'd warmly appreciate it if you'd mention in our Class column how much I appreciate the numerous letters and emails I've received from Classmatesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;many I haven't seen since graduation or flight schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;telling me how much they enjoyed my novel Murder in Lisbon which was published in March a year ago. I'm pleased to report that a subsidiary of the Fox Channel is evaluating the book for a possible TV mini-series. Susie and I are looking forward to the 45th very much.

Jerry Fulk (9) sent some photos of a group of San Diego area Classmates and wives taken last Christmas at an open house at his daughter's home.

Barbara and Carl Nelson (10) also joined the group but are not in the photos.

Ken Costilow In late May, Ken went into the hospital for heart surgery, five bypasses. He came through fine. He sent an email on 56Salty Sam expressing appreciation for the support he received from Classmates. 1 have included his email for those who missed it or didn't know about his operation: Thanks for all the caring, prayers, support and everything in the course of my recent surgery! It surely assured success. The human body is really something. I had five-bypass open-heart surgery at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, finished at noon, and here I am on Monday, having been home for one day!

Undoubtedly, the stamina, perseverance and stout heartedness we all developed at USNA helped a lot. And of course, I thank the Lord for this success and for the talent, wisdom and knowledge of the physicians. Most of you have no desire to hear the details of the operation, but let me know if you do, because if you are ever faced with similar circumstances, knowing more about it might make things a little easier. I must admit there was some major trepidation during the waiting period.

Again, Thanks for everything.

Beat Army]

'56; Wives (I to r); Carol Fulk, Liz Shigley, Joan McBride, and Martha Thomas Ken Costilow also provided the following concerning the Tidewater '56ers luncheon on 4 May at the Oceana Officers' Club in Virginia Beach.

This function was sort of a first on two counts; first time wives were invited to the luncheon, and first time there were guest speakers, which were another Classmate and spouse, and Sandy and Pete Fitzwilliam (13) to give us a run down on their trip up the Inland Waterway from Fort Myers, FL, to Virginia Beach and the rest of their planned voyage on the "Great Loop of the Inland Waterway." It seems they will complete it just in time to attend the 45th Reunion, if they are able to maintain their desired schedule.

There were 21 members and spouses present: S a n d y and P e t e F i t z w i l l i a m , A l i c e and Jim C a n n o n , D a l e M c C l u r e (2), H o o t F o o t e , Al Newbury (12), Dick Roberts, Effie and Danny Michaels, Jane and Poppy Miller, Olive and Don 116

Johnston, Dave Carre, Kay and Robbie Robertson ( 2 ) , J e a n and Al G a y l o r , a n d V i v i a n and Ken Costilow.

Our Commandant when we were at the Naval Academy, ADM Charles Buchanan '26, passed away in April. His daughter, Mary Gale, received a number of messages from '56 Classmates including ADM Frank Kelso (24) who passed on the following message from Mary Gale for inclusion in Shipmate: Dearest Frank, your thoughtful email re Dad's passing is so appreciated. Indeed, he truly was a man of character and loyalty... to his family, the Navy and our country. Like others of his generation, he rarely spoke about his war years. Only in these recent years, while spending much time with him, at Ginger Cove... did some of his combat experiences come to light. I have learned much, from this modest man. Including the fact that his tour as Commandant of Midshipmen meant the

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Pres: CAPT David S. Cooper, USN (Ret.) S e c y : CAPT F.N. Howe Jr., USN ( R e t ) 1 Walter Circle, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 e: fnhusna57@aol.com Webmaster: Fred D a m m a n n Web site: www.USNA57.org High up on tiie list of "Things That Rankle," right below misreading the lay of the grass on the green, is the ceaseless offshore breeze that blows the warm water away from the Gulf Coast, and with it, the snook. H o u r after h o u r , p e r s e v e r a n c e g o e s unrewarded, and the pitiless sun bakes the thinly upholstered gourd. Every single b e a c h c o m b e r seems compelled to grind salt into the wound by inquiring after the status of your "luck," which he too obviously suspects is the only item that has no impact on the dismal outcome. You can't help but share the suspicion, and it gnaws. Maybe I'm not holding my mouth just right. What else could it possibly be?

I lead with this bit just so the gainfully employed still among us will have evidence that it ain't a bed of roses out here in At Liberty. Prick us, do we not bleed? We too have serious obstacles to surmount every single day.

That done, I need to lead off the second of the Crabtown Report series by putting you a bit more in the picmre. As you have no doubt detected, the spadework here is being accomplished by our Farm correspondent, stationed hard by what's happening, and piped in to us from time to time for promulgation to ALCON. Even though not original work by your erstwhile scribe, you may be nonetheless assured of its absolute fidelity. The opinions expressed by our correspondent are his own and, should you wish to pass on any comments or want to put anything in particular on his watch list, you may do so via me.

Crabtown Report The big news this month is the slam-dunk that the USNA croquet team put on St. Johns at the annual croquet game. Navy's win (upset) overcame an eight-year drought. After six hours of play, the Big Blue Team shut the door on the Johnies. This is the Army-Navy game of croquet, with apologies to Earl Smith, Chet Burchett. and Paul Gober!

A nice segue to spring football, which ended with the traditional Blue-Gold game. The defense dominated the offense in this one. Not surprising since the offense has still to leam all the nuances of the new spread offense which can use up to five wide receivers, and the defense knows what the offense is going to run. No major injuries this spring to our key players. First football game is just around the comer; Navy vs. Temple in Philly on Thursday night 30 August. It will probably be an ESPN game.

The rape case is pretty much history now, much to the relief of many in Annapolis. Most of us grew weary (sick) of the press slant on the reporting of this issue. The case ended with both parties agreeing to no further prosecution of the three mids if they agreed to immediately resign from the Academy. The civilian counsels reached the agreement, the Mids are gone, and the Academy continues its own follow up investigation on the alleged charges.

By the time you read this, the Naval Academy Foundation will have announced the beginning (9 June) of its Campaign for the Naval Academy. The campaign goal of $175 million was based on the Strategic Plan that was derived from much input including those of our Class leadership and the

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Alumni at large. The good news for us is that anything our Class contributes to the campaign will also count as a Class contribution for whatever project we may want to shoot for our 50th.

The 11 May edition of Trident reports that the film. To L^ad and To Serve has been upgraded in the 1957 Visitors Center Theater The equipment in the projection booth was upgraded from a laser to a mpeg projector. Bob Rositzke was credited with helping with the upgrade, which will make the film much brighter and more visible to the thousands of visitors who come to the theater each year Lastly, here is the latest on head-to-head competition with Army as of I May 2001: 2000-2001 overall record vs. Army; 25-11 (.694); N-Star Record; 16-6 (.727); last four years; 98-31-1 (.758); last four years N-Star record; 66-21-1. Victories over Army since last month's column include wins in lacrosse, men's basketball, women's basketball, rifle, wrestling, men's outdoor track and field, and women's outdoor track and field.

Go Navy, Beat Army, and it looks like we did a great job of it!

Thank you, sir. Now if we can just come up with a solution to the Air Force problem we'll be all set.

As the majority of you are aware, another thing that's been going on up in Annapolis is that Dave Smalley has been going through a rough patch. He has been hard down off and on in the immediate past and, as those of us who have had similar problems can attest, in every one of these cases the load falls most heavily on the bride. Gerry Smalley has published a note that provides some informed status on young Dave and she has kindly allowed us to republish it here for everyone's information: Dear Family and Friends, I happened to meet our mailman as he was delivering the mail. He kiddingly said that the post office would have to hire another carrier to deliver all of Dave's mail. The letters and cards are still coming. Amazing] Thanks so very much. Your words of encouragement and promises of prayers make his days so much brighter Dave finished his third round of chemotherapy.

He has treatment every three to four weeks and stays in the hospital for approximately five days for 96 hours of very strong stuff. Not a fun time, but it's workingl His protein levels have dropped about 85%. His doctor gets so excited each time his results come in that he calls us right away. Dave has lost some weight and a little bit of hair and is handling the sickness brought on by the chemo well. He did have a terrible bout with hiccups due to some very low calcium levels. After not being able to eat or sleep for a few days due to these hiccups the doctor gave him some medication that gave him some very bad side effects: i.e. hallucinations, rapid heart beat. He spent two days in ICU and three days in CCU before getting relief He didn't remember any of iL but 1 do...

Johns Hopkins Cancer Center is now testing both Dave and his sister. Betty, for their blood to see if she is a match for a possible bone marrow transplant. She is the only source they recommend testing due to the possible risks involved. At this point there is a 25% chance she is a match so we are keeping our fingers crossed. That would take place after a fourth round of chemotherapy which begins 4 June. If she's not a match then they will decide whether another round of chemo is necessary or switch to a maintenance program of Thalidomide. Hopefully this will suppress the cancer by keeping the protein levels down.

Our kids have been wonderful, including Jill and Mark too! One of them is always here for doctor's appointments and hospital stays. The roads from Virginia Beach, VA, and Ashton. MD. plus the skies from San Francisco, CA. are well traveled.

Thanks again for caring so much. We'll make it through this because of your positive thoughts and many prayers. Hugs to all. Gerry.

Hot off the Web are the latest reports from our golf czar and general-all-around-Midn-in-Charge of extracurricular activities, Jim Poole (JPoole57@ aol.com). The full tour schedule was printed in this place a couple issues back. If you can't locate that issue and are interested in participating (bring money and a fast backswing) you can email Jim. Contrary to appearances, I have it on good authority that these people do actually have lives off the course, but are clearly having a lot of fun with the game. If you don't mind taking a chance on spoiling a good walk (tip of the cap to John Feinstein) participation can clearly fill up some of your s u m m e r The Cow Pasture Poole Report We opened our 2001 golf season on 18 April with a Captain's Choice Scramble at South River Golf Course in Edgewater, MD. Seventeen Classmates and one "ringer" from the Class of 1952 participated with their usual spirit and misplaced optimism. Ron Marryott '57 joined us for his initial baptism with golfing's elite. In a blatant "sucking up" to "Da Supe." Bob Crouch, host for the event, put Ron on his team with known "sandbagger," Clave Loman and '52's ringer. Bill Ryan '52. To no one's surprise, the Crouch foursome finished in first place at 5-under par (67), 4 strokes ahead of their nearest competition... if you can call it that. In all seriousness, it was a perfect start to the season. The weather was exceptional and the camaraderie as warm and pleasurable as one could possibly ask for We only wish more Classmates could...would...share it with us.

I don't yet have the photos to prove it (Sec'y note: they never came, Jim), but I am pleased to report that our 4th annual Myrtle Beach golf outing. 23-28 April, enjoyed another good turnout at which everyone had a great time, once again thanks to coordinator Cleve Loman.

Nineteen golfing Classmates and seven non-golfing spouses gathered at our usual headquarters, The Dunes Village hotel, where they were again "forced" to enjoy five days of relaxation, southern hospitality and golf at four of the area's premium courses. Those in attendance were: Frank Baulch.

Mimi and Dave Cooper. Nancy and Bob Crouch, Pete Junghans, Ann and Dan Kenney. Marianne and Cleve Loman, Louise and Larry Magner. Gail and John Nolan. Jack O'Donnell, Muff and George Philipps. Anne and Jerry Smith. Rosemary and Sam Trippe. Dick Vosseller. Bill Palmer, yours truly and Ginger.

I'll leave it as an academic exercise for readers to determine who were golfers and who were nongolfers. At times, during the week, the distinction was somewhat hazy!

We played Heather Glen, Myrtlewood, Jack Nicklaus' Long Bay, and the new Tiger's Eye courses. All were challenging and in marvelous condition, especially Long Bay and Tiger's Eye which easily received 5-star ratings from those who played. The only downer of the week was having to play 14 of 18 holes at Myrtlewood in a constant rain and blustery, cold wind. I'm happy to report there were no cases of pneumonia occurring from that day's play, probably due to the copious quantities of internally applied spirits that followed.

At our Welcome Dinner at the Chestnut Hill restaurant on Monday, our golfing group was joined by Classmate Jack Cochrane, who lives in the area but was unable to join us for golf. It was good to see him and admire how kind the past 44 years have been to him.

I won't mention prizewinners, amazing shots, or goofs and gaffes. Everyone who attended was a winner as far as I'm concerned. We had a tremendous time together, enjoyed a lot of camaraderie, good food, and excellent golf venues and weather. Who could have asked for more...and. once again, it was predominantly due to the efforts of Cleve Loman. All of us. who were fortunate enough to participate, owe Cleve a big round

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Last month I got a handful of photos from Jerry Smith to be used as "space allowed." Happily enough, a couple of the shots were recorded at the Class outing at Myrtle Beach in 2000. Since the usual suspects seem to have appeared on both occasions we will use last year's photos to support this year's report. Thanks, Jerry.

To continue with the Poole report: The 5th Annual '55/'57 Golf Shootout. Fred Dunbar's Fawn Lake Country Club provided the perfect venue on 15 May for the contest at which 19 of our Classmates battled 12 erstwhile (but outgunned) •55ers to retain the Shootout Cup for the second straight year. We played a modified Stableford format and averaged the total points eamed by each Class so that every participant's contribution to winning the trophy counted. In this format, we were also able to utilize each team's score to determine individual prizewinners.

Following our round, we caucused at Fawn Lake's brand new Harbour Club for lies, libations, and awards. Classmate Paul Basse and Joe Dunn '55 won the Closest-to-the-Pin prizes which were a dozen each of the newly minted ' 57 logo Titleist golf balls. In typical sportsmanlike fashion. Joe Dunn didn't return the prize for having the "incorrect" Class crest logo, but distributed the balls among his own Classmates for a memento of the event. Winners of merchandise certificates for 1st, 2nd. and 3rd place were the teams of Bob Crouch and Fred Dunbar; Jim Poole and Mac M c M e n a m i n ; and J a c k R e n a r d '55 and Monroe Hatch '55. respectively. With an average of 19.9 points versus 17.1. there was little question as to which Class the Shootout Trophy should go. I gratefully accepted it from Tony Bracken '55 on behalf of the Class of 1957. The only down side of the day was the absence of longtime coordinator, Ray Hine '55, who missed the event for the first time due to an injury. Everyone expressed their concern and best wishes to Ray for an eariy return to the links.

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As always, a fine time was had by all, made particularly enjoyable by the quality of the course and facilities, the hospitality and ser\ices of the golfing and Harbour Club staffs, and the hard work and coordination of host Fred Dunbar. We look forward to continuing this friendly rivalry next year at a venue yet to be determined, but it will have to go some to match the quality of Fawn Lake.

Awhile back I promised you a photo of our own Tasmanian Devil, Bob Bowers, proceeding from his sighting in the bush last spring. The import of the photo will be somewhat diminished to those who do not know something about Abel Janszoon Tasman, whose name adorns about half the places in the AustiaUa/NZ area. Look him up before you go.

A ranning fix on Ron Marryott: Carol and I were houseguests of Sonja and Walt Meukow in their getaway home in the Northem Neck of Virginia. We spent a pleasant two days with our gracious hosts sightseeing, relaxing, going for a boat ride, and talking about any of our Classmates we wanted to. We did manage to hoist a few for our great Class. While looking around the neighborhood, we came across one Classmate crawling around in the dirt and mud. obviously trying to relive his basic school experience. Fritz Warren said he was actually planting seeds and other such horticultural species in his getaway home. At least that was his story and I think he is sticking to it.

We wind up this installment of Fabulous Fun Facts with the next in our series of bring-up bios on the guys minding the store. This edition brings us to Dick Scales, Class Secretary, writer of the official version (of everything), archivist and keeper of the data—on everything. No kidding. Having applied a baseball fan's fascination for statistics to all of us, he has been the source of dope like how many issues the Fighting ninth has begot and the number of the Fighting 16th who originally joined t h e p o w d e r b l u e . S q u i r r e l e d a w a y in his

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Ground Zero in Hobart with Nancy. Young Abel, and Old Bob Williamsburg digs, for the record, is a copy of every '57 Shipmate column since the first, in August 1957. Tell me that's not impressive. And here's the rest of his story: After 18 years of continuous "sea duty assignments." predominantly in submarines. I went to the Pentagon in 1975 to the Submarine Sonar desk in (dien) OP2I at die exciting time of AN/BQQ-1 systems development and introduction. Other than a couple of neat excursions to Paris as a U.S. (State Dept.) rep. for the international (allies) Coordinating Committee (COCOM) for technology transfer embargo agreements, it was a typical DC. "action officer" job of figuring out who could say "yes" rather than being taught to say "no." Lots of resulting memories and fun stories!

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From there to a "major" program manager assignment in 1979 at NavSea for Mk48 and ADC AP torpedo programs—just as the Russians unveiled their new sub that could go faster and deeper than our weapons! More stories, promises, fnisUations, which culminated in being congratulated by the head of the Bethesda emergency room team for arriving alive in 1981 on the verge of congestive heart failure. All's well that ends well, 'tis said, so I accepted retirement (with disability) at the 26 year point.

Seven years followed as a senior systems engineer with Hughes Aircraft (now Raytheon) supporting various government programs (other than ADCAP) in which Hughes was involved, until 1988. A willingness to visit, but not live in the Los Angeles environs, prompted a "retirement" from Hughes, and a new "career" in the "support services industry" with EG&G (that's Edgerton.

Germeshausen, and Grier, for those who care to ask) in the Arlington, VA. area, where I soon became a VP of the Washington Analytical Services Center of EG&G. During these years in the Washington area. I ensconced myself as Class Secretary by inadvertently (and clumsily) creating a database of Class info that everyone wanted to rely on but which was not amenable to easy use by anyone else! When I retired fi-om EG&G in 1995. and began looking around for a neat place to live away from the local "gridlock." the database thus moved with me to Williamsburg. VA. which Aim and I now call "home for the long haul." Bolstered by a couple dozen Classmates not too far away, and the planned retirement additions of Mick Finn and Tom Cook, serious thought is being given to mounting a challenge to the Washington area Chapter dominance of our fine Class Association.

Aim and I would welcome visits from any and all Classmates at 129 Westbury. Williamsburg. VA 23188: 757-564-5822. I'm getting my "jollies" in retirement, by giving away someone else's millions in my capacity as executive director of a charitable trust—a position I was just able to "slide" into, with ease. Life is great in Williamsburg!

Simply astounding how quickly we fill the space allotted us. I invite all you thrill seekers to return for more of the same next month. — F N H

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Annual Membership: 37% Life Membership: 37%

Pres: Lt Col Gordon M. Gerson, U S A F ( R e t ) e: usna58@home.com Sec'y: Col Warren S. Walters, U S M C ( R e t ) 5664 Ravenel Lane, Springfield, VA 22151-2430 h: 703-321-9586; e: wwalters@erols.com Web page: http://www.usna.comyClasses/1958/ Forty-three summers ago we '58ers were sweltering through the first week of August, which our Fourth Class Summer Special Instraction referred to as "Fifth Week." We each spent one day at the rifle range that week, followed by a period for inoculations, and then an executive department orientation. Boxing was the physical training that week, and Seamanship was teaching us signal flags.

On Monday night, we all went to Mahan Hall for "Mass Singing" and a lecture on athletics at USNA. Tuesday evening the Bull Department gave us a lecmre on World War II battles. Thursday the executive department explained the aptitude system (grease) to us, and on Friday evening we trooped to MacDonough Hall for the first of three Friday Plebe boxing events. On Saturday moming most of the Class finished up the four-hours of infantry drill for the week out on Farragut Field, and on Shipmate, July-August 2001

Sunday, we had Yard liberty, except for the 4th Battalion who had to go to their battalion picnic. The other three battalions had their picnics each on different Sundays. And where were the picnics? The fog of time is swirling about, and there seem to be no clues as to where the picnics were held or what made up a Plebe Summer picnic. Such a long time ago, yet certain events from that August way back in 1954 stand out very clearly. It was great fun!

This month, we open with a great Class ring story from Ernie Luders (3), who writes; Some time during the early summer of 1965, (when I was attending PG school in Monterey), I was sitting on a blanket at Carmel Beach while keeping an eye on my three sons who were playing in the water. I had just removed my ring, set it on the blanket and started putting on some sun tan lotion when the youngest. John, who was three, got bowled over by a wave and I leapt up to give him a hand. After rescuing him from the briny. I retumed to the blanket and finished "greasing up."

Later, when it was time to leave. I shook the sand out of the blanket and we headed home to La Mesa Village. Not long after arriving home I realized that I didn't have my ring and headed back to the beach with a rake in hopes of finding it. I found the right spot because buried in the sand I found a few cigarette butts that I recognized as mine (I've since given up that evil habit). Try as I might. I was unable to unearth the ring. I purchased a replacement from Jostens and that was the end of the story, until late May of this year.

On 24 May I received the following email; "I was in die USNA Class of 1950. I believe I have found your Class ring in a used coin shop in Monterey. CA. Asking Price is $275. Let me know if you are interested. George W. East '50."

Some surprise! But would you believe that of all the people in the Navy that might take an interest in a Naval Academy Class ring on sale in a coin shop. George East was the ASW Officer and Ops Officer in VP-17 at Whidbey Island, WA, in the early '60s where we served together! I contacted George and he put me in touch with the shop. Today, 5 June 2001, one day after the 43rd anniversary of our graduation, I received my long lost ring in the mail after its having been missing for 36 years!

The story received a bit of amplification by George East '50, who adds: This is an amazing story. To amplify it a little, I was in the coin shop delivering posters for the Pacific Grove Antiques and Collectibles Faire on 3 June, which was being sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Monterey, of which I am a member. The proprietor was busy when I went in the shop, so while I was waiting I glanced into the showcase and spotted what looked like a Naval Academy ring.

When I was waited on. the proprietor showed me the ring. I couldn't read the name, so he used his jeweler's loupe and gave me the name Ernest Celestina Duders. After I arrived home I searched die Class of 1958 on the USNA Alumni Web site and couldn't find a Duders. Further searching of the Class list resulted in finding your name. Apparently Luders looked like Duders through the loop.

Don't you just love a happy ending? Our Class has had at least three similar stories of Class rings being found for sale in shops or on the Internet, with the rightful owner paying the ransom and retrieving the ring.

Some of our Classmates have taken their rings on rather fantastic voyages in the company of the Class flag, so herewith the spring adventures of the globe-girdling banner. Mary and Tom Keifer (17) went the paradise route to the South Pacific last April. Mary was recognized by her employer, IBM, as one of the outstanding employees of the year, and her reward was a trip to the island of Bali for an IBM convocation. She and Tom decided to take advantage of the trip and expand it somewhat, so

they were able to go not only to Indonesia, but to Bangkok, Thailand, and Sydney, Australia as well.

They took nearly 40 rolls of film, and managed to get three great pictures showing how much fun the flag was having. In Bangkok, they visited many sites familiar to those who have traveled in that city, and chose to have the picture taken in front of the Royal Palace near one of the guardian statues. F r o m Bangkok to Bali was a five-hour flight, but once on that storied island, IBM treated them royally, with glorious accommodations, tours and entertainment. While they have pictures in their collection of the volcano that is the recognized signature of Bali (you see it replicated in the film version of South Pacific as Bali Hai), they took the flag to see the temple at Lake Bratan. When in Sydney, they got into position to show the easily recognized Sydney Opera House.

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The Clason family at the Hanoi Hilton Majorca in Spain, Cannes in France, and finally, Portofino, Lavomo, Civitivecchia, and Rome in Italy. They showed the flag at the castie of Prince Raiiuer in Monaco, and then took it to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which the flag had visited before. MARCO POLO is the ship that the Class of '58 StiU Craisin' gang will travel on this fall. You'll note that Bob still wears his USNA basketball shoes wherever he goes, just in case there's a quick pickup game.

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mn Keifers go to the opera Traveling in South East Asia at about the same time was the family of Roy Clason (23). Loiza Clason McKay, Roy's sister, and Roy Jr., accompanied him and Carol. The itinerary covered from Hong Kong to Singapore, with several port calls in Viemam. In Hanoi, they took the opportunity to visit the Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton) where they viewed displays about the American prisoners and got to see the cells, then they went out to the lake where John McCain (17) landed. They posed by the stame commemorating his capture, which is an airplane wing with a description of the event with tiie name "JCHN SNEY MA CAN" behind a carving that portrays an aviator coming down into the water on a parachute. They also got a picture inside Hoa Lo in front of the display showing several of the captives photos.

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For those of us who stay at home and live vicariously through the tiavels of the flag, there are stories of other hfe events. Carol and Stan Chiocchio (2) sent a note telUng that Stan is still retired from the insurance business and in his third year of teaching AP Physics, regular physics, and coaching track at Newman. That school has placed one new Midshipman each year for the last three years, and Stan is working on a fourth one. The Chiocchios plan to join the D.C. tailgaters at the home game against Tulane this football season.

Two of our Classmates have been recognized for their skills in representing members of the mihtary services. LtGen M.T. Cooper (24), USMC (Ret.) was appointed co-chairman of the SecNav Retiree Council, which represents issues of interest in the retired community to the Secretary of the Navy for consideration. Terry is still working out of Quantico as the CEO of the "Toys for Tots" organization that provides all those Christmas gifts for children that would otherwise be forgotten. RADM John Adams (4), USN (Ret.) was elected in tiie spring 2001 trastee election as the Mid-Atlantic Region trastee of the USNA Alumni Association by a margin of nine votes. These two greater '58ers will be the focal points for your issues with the Alumni Association and the Navy/Marine Corps retired persoimel support stracture. Congratulations to both on their continued service to others.

There are still Classmates who have the urge to pick up and move, so here are some qiuck notes from some of them. First is George Meinig (11) who states: The first week in May. Jan and I made our household move up here to Glenmoore. PA (about mid-way between Lancaster and Philadelphia, in the middle of the Amish country, about 20 miles from where I grew up in Wyomissing. and less than five miles from daughter Maria. Eric, and (their) six of our seven grand kinder). After 27 years in Annandale. it was an experience. The address is 120 Lamb Tavern Lane. Glenmoore. PA 19343:610-942-8702. and die welcome mat is out if any of you get a chance to drop by. I'll continue to consult in support of TBMD and related Na\7 challenges, but I haven't worked out all the logistics for that yet. Hope thisfindsall of you in good health and spirits.

Also moving, and lea\ing the Washington, D.C. Metio area are Mary and Al Barbero (15), who sold their Vienna, VA, home in three days last April and closed out in July. They are building a home on the fifth fairway of the Pinehurst Country Club in North Carolina, and will be moving in sometime during October "Whentiieyget an address, we get an address!

In a local move to a newer home, Kay and Dave Cox (20) are now at 4526 Northshore Court, Missouri City, TX 77549. No change to their phone or email.

Speaking of email, three of the Class Luddites have caved in and joined the cyber world. Way up in Maine, Lou Shane (16) (LouisShane@msn.com) is now reaching out to ttie worid and has email. A bit further south on Boston Harbor, Ema and Kent Lawrence (16) have registered as wharf_rats@msn.com (there is an underscore between wharf and rats), and even further soutii in Vuginia. Jack Pierce (23) can now be sent all your trashy jokes at jpierce762@ earthlink.net. Harry Hurst (7) has just gotten a different ISP, so his email address is now HarryHurst@msn.com. Remember, you can find all tiie Class email addresses on our Class Web site in the Rosters area. The URL is at tiie top of tiie column!

The binnacle list this month includes a note from Pete Gatje (24) who has undergone a couple of surgical adventiues. Here is tiie first in his words:

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The operation on my spinal stenosis went extremely well. The doctor removed the part of the spinal canal that was closing in on and irritating die nerves to my left leg. All the numbness and weakness that I felt is gone. The only really sore area is die muscle in my left butt, which was getting smaller all the time because I could not use it. They tell me it will grow back and I will be a perfect ass once again.

The second operation dealt with a prostate problem, and as Pete is very descriptive in his medical discussion, it is best summarized by his final words, the moral of his story, which says if you are having a prostate problem with slowing urination, see a doctor! Failure to do so can result in backing up into the kidneys and ultimately, kidney failure. Pete is O.K., as he got to the doctor in time.

The Class is reminded that we have a prostate advisory group, willing and ready to give advice on prostate problems and tieatments. Nearly every known kind of tieatment has been undertaken by one or more Classmates, including surgery, radiation, seeds, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, or herbals. If you need some information, contact Gordon Gerson (11) using the address at the top of the column and he will put you in contact with tiie members of the group.

Lastly, we close with the sad news that Nikki MacKinnon, the wife of Jack MacKinnon (9), passed away on 27 May 2001. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and had 16 days from diagnosis to her passing. She was not in pain and had her family with her during the fmal days. The Class offers its condolences to Jack and the family.

'58 Trivia: The music for our Farewell Ball was provided by the Naval Academy Band, The Chiefs.

Harry Konkel and others sent in some information that appeared on a national wire service regarding the Class of 1958. Our Class holds the record for the greatest number of weddings held in the USNA Chapel after graduation. How many weddings were there? Hasta Luego! —WSW

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Annual Membership: 31% Life Membership: 39%

Pres: VADM Francis R. Donovan, USN (Ret) Chairman Exec. Committee: CAPT Norbert H. Bednarek, USNR (Ret) e: bednarek@annap.infi.net Exec. VP: Joe Flynn Admin. VP: Gary Geist Exec. Sec'y: Bruce Nordwall Corp. Treasurer; Dave Osbum Sec'y: CAPT John A. Butterfield, USN (Ret) 1270 Morse Boulevard, Riviera Beach, FL 33404 w: 561-840-1104; h: 561-881-7077 f: 561-863-8984; e: jbsgma@aol.com www.usna.com/classes/1959/usna59.html Fifty-niner's, it is time for another report! To start with, 1 want to give you a Lehmberg Report, but if you need more, email George Lehmberg (glehmberg@home.com) and be sure to occasionally look at his Web site, members.home.net/ glehmberg. If I have screwed that up, George will be quick to tell me, or you can save me the heartache and email/call George at 757-499-5262.1 will give you hard copy, but for photos you may have to pull those yourself.

Williamsburg 2001 The 2nd Annual Spring 1959 East Coast Golf Reunion was held 24 thru 27 April 2001 in Williamsburg, VA. Twenty-four members of the Shipmate, July-August 2001

Class participated and are listed later The format included four days of golf and three nights in condos in close proximity. The whole affair included greens fees, three dinners out, beer and wine for cocktail parties, and a memento ball cap and cost only $550. Courses played included Golden Horseshoe Gold, Golden Horseshoe Green, Fords Colony Blue Heron, and Williamsburg National. The courses all have top ratings by various golfing publications. The Gold Course won our vote as the best and the toughest. Many of us played our first "island green" there. We had three marvelous days of sunshine and one cool and drizzly day that only dampened our spirits slightly. Remember your raingear next year! {Sec'y note: what happened to that good '59er Plebe training? Plan ahead mister and have your raingear at the ready!) Dining the first night was at Giuseppe's Italian Cafe; second night at Aberdeen Bam; third at The Kitchen at Powhatan Plantation. And now the (raingear-less) players: George Lehmberg, Rich Madden, John Mascali, Skip Yerkes, Don Smith, Ron Denny, Dan Traax, Tom Lukish, Bob Reifsnyder, Norm Bednarek, Art Emmerson, Dave Donovan, Joe Flynn, Fred Olds, Doug Volgenau, Dave Green, Rick Johnson, Ing Kiland, Mike Brown, Jack Shirreffs, Walt Baskin, Jim Hardin, Skip Gordon, and Ragan Phillips. Post Mortem: Seems like everyone had a great time and plan on doing it again. Stay tuned for fumre postings for next year's outing. Thanks George for excellent reporting and for all whom did the planning and organizing to pull it off. Methinks you have given the West Coasters a challenge! Can they put one on as good as you guys? Seems to me they did not have the numbers the year before, and what happened to their competitive spirits in 2001? Is Hank Mauz sandbagging? And did John Mascali come east to be the spy? Stay tuned golf fans!

I ran into Dave Bottorff in Orlando a couple of months ago. We were both attending a church-sponsored conference there, and because of a very busy schedule, we only got to talk a few minutes. Dave looks in good shape, and still enjoying working (with an occasional round of golf he tells me). Dave is vice president for Joint Venture Operations with Tidewater Constraction Corporation headquartered in Norfolk, VA. Dave's phone number is 757-4204140.1 once again missed Larry Weaver's visit to the East Coast of Florida, and an opportunity to meet his bride. Larry is in Tampa area; we are in West Palm Beach area. Looks like we should meet halfway, somewhere in vicinity of northwest of Lake Okeechobee. A note from Jerry Loveless: Just heard that JOUHTT (DLG-29, later CLG-29)— which has been in mothballs—is going to be towed to Hawaii and used in a fleet exercise as a target ship. That is sad news for me as 1 am a plankowner and a proud member of her crew. I served as ASW officer and operations officer from 1966 until 1968.

She was built in Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, commissioned in December 1966. She served with great pride and distinction on many deployments to Vietnam. Goodbye, old girl!

I wanted to acknowledge receipt of many interesting emails/items from various Classmates: Jim Holds (updates on P3 and China matters). Bill Barkman (Dear Rear Admiral by James Webb '68), Jim Brown (Lessons I've Learned), Bill Clautice (GREENVILL, P 3 , and leadership subjects), Roger Erickson (Internet sites of interest), and Larry Pizenger/Ken Town for some great bits of humor.. .as well as some professional stuff. Thanks guys (and gals, e.g. Jane Town)! Bill Garrett sent me the sweetest email/letter and commentary about the passing of Joan Bacon. I do not want these excerpts to appear maudlin, obsessing on one indi-

vidual, or returning to old news. However, Joan was a great lady and 1 think that the following comments remind us of our great Navy (and other service) wives. Service and sacrifice were (and continue to be) their watchwords! Bill wrote: In the funeral service printed program were copies of letters...they spoke in tribute to Joan Bacon. We celebrate the life of Joan Bacon—a life of devotion, giving, and sharing. Her life was a continual donation of her abundant talents and energy in providing joy and happiness to all around her. While her life was focused on family and friends, Joan selflessly gave of herself to the less fortunate. When honoring Joan for 33 years of service to the Navy and our country, the former CNO Admiral Frank Kelso said, "Wherever she went, she got involved, and involved in a big way, not a little way. She left a positive mark on those she met." Joan enriched each community in which she lived by her active involvement to its betterment. She was a woman of exceptionally diverse talents...an artist in stained glass, an extraordinary chef, a Master gardener, an accomplished fisherman (even doing a dry fly with aflair).She was a volunteer for the American Red Cross, supported the Navy Relief Society, led the Dolphin Scholarship Fund, president of the Officers Wives Club in Pearl Harbor, served the Tidewater Military Social Services Committee, and played a major role in the NATO International Charity Organization. As a breast cancer survivor herself, she provided especially devoted service to the Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization (formally known as My Image).

Me and Sally were able to see the magic of Joan's inspirational leadership and caring touch for others during a tour of duty on Guam when Roger served as CO, HUNLEY, the Submarine Tender charged with the care of all the Polaris submarines in the Pacific. Joan and Roger provided the moral and role model glue that held the entire command together in a remarkable, successful, effective fashion that supported a vital force in our nation's defense. Anyone who knew Joan is fortunate, because we each carry part of her qualities with us each day.

Thank you. Bill, for sharing this inspiration!

Another super Navy team is Team Trossbach!

Kathy and Ron Trossbach (103170.2651® compuserve.com) are absolutely amazing people.

They certainly have, and continue with tremendous vigor, to give of themselves. They have both been very involved in promoting not only Navy sailing, but also sailing as a sport, a way of life, a wonderful family activity, and tremendous recreation.

Safety and sailing go hand-in-hand with them. They recently conducted a most impressive seminar in Connecticut that had a jam-packed, enthusiastic audience enthralled with the subject matter, "Suddenly Alone." Kathy and Ron hope many couples will experience the joy of sailing, but they remind people to think about safety, and be prepared if you are "suddenly alone." For more info on this subject, contact Ron on his cell phone at 703-403-3443 or email them (even while they are cruising). Fiftyniner's from the mid-Atlantic to New England area may give them a shout while they are up your way/ at sea most of the time this summer.

Looks like 1 will be asked to honcho the "Running of the Goats" for Naval Academy Homecoming this fall. If you would like to run or help me early on the morning of Saturday, 13 October, be in touch. The 5 km or 1 mile wake-me-up event (started by me in 1978) will start at 7:15 a.m. What better way to start a great Navy Day! Dave Sullivan, who was my right arm/ttl helper and friend last year, has already volunteered. Dave currentiy is in serious training (swimming, ranning, gym workouts) for a biathlon in West Harwich, MA, on 15 July.

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Rise and Shine, Bill (FYI If you want to leam more about Bill's work as Nuclear Safety Review Concepts, email him, and for info re; 7th Annual H u m a n Performance Root Cause and Trending Conference go to http://www.hprct.org. Bill, still waiting for you to remra to Singer Island for a run.

I have new routes (no, not root) for you to conquer!

'59: At Carol and Wayne Lockwood's home I was in Annapolis on 3-4 May for the Chapter Presidents/USNA Board of Trastees meetings. We don't have a picture yet to prove it, but Trastees D a n B r a n c h and Tony M a r k s , Bill G a r r e t t (USNA Staff), and I were together for a luncheon.

(P.S. I literally ran into Betsy and CharUe Dobbs at C a n t l e r ' s R i v e r s i d e I n n â&#x20AC;&#x201D; b e s t s e a f o o d in Annapolis...cuz my daughter Molly works t h e r e . . . h a ! ) We j u s t m i s s e d i n c l u d i n g B u d McFarlane who will serve on a new Committee within the Alumni Association re: media and communications. Nice to see and be with great '59ers still serving! Which leads me to Dan Branch, the "Skimeister" for '59, who sent this note: Class of 1959 Ski Colorado 2001 was a great success. Pictured at the fireplace in the Lockwood's home in Breckenridge are Bill McAree. Betsy Dobbs. Joyce Clautice. Joan and John Webster '56. friend Dick Wessman. Carol and Wayne Lockwood. and Dan Branch. In the back row left to right. Geoff C a n t Charlie Dobbs. and Bill Clautice. Not -pictured are Lucy and Bob Moran.

Nice note and photo from Susan McCoy of Newport, RI (the 1966 Color Girl). Here is a picmre of your Color Giri, and the 2001 Color Giri Stephany Krauz. Doug Volgenau, Stephany, and the lovely Sue Volgenau. Looking good you awesome '59 dynamic duo!

Doug Volgenau. Color Giri 2001 Stephany Krauz. Color Giri 1959 Sue Volgenau A note from Dr. Bill Corcoran (CORCORAN. NSRC@prodigy.net): I unexpectedly ran into a '59er Dave Ascher at a wedding get-together recently in Suffolk. VA. My brother Joe Corcoran '62 and I were on the groom's side of the church and Dave Ascher was on the bride's side. By the way, Joe and Dave had served side-by-side in several assignments over their naval careers.

Mini Reunion J u s t b e f o r e m y d e a d l i n e , I r e c e i v e d email from good friend and C l a s s m a t e Gary Smith (gary.t.smith@baesystems.com): John, just a quick note to forward a picmre of a mini 21 st Company Reunion held on the summit of Old Rag Mountain recentiy. On 25 May 2001, Bob Oakes from Richmond, and his son Bob, Jim "Shorty" Wilson from Ashland VA. and myself spent a wonderful day climbing this popular Virginia mountain, while of course trading sea stories. Tums out it was Jim's 64th birthday. We did not do badly for a bunch of old timers; just a litUe stiff and sore that night.

Thanks, Gary, and I wish I could have joined you!

Now you need to shift gears, and go in the otiier direction. Round up your '59er group and go (hike) underground with Dick Robinson. He will make it fun, and most interesting for you! Particudarly you old submariners should want to explore the deptiis, the land variety, and gain a different perspective.

For me, I will concenttate on my ratming, but the flat land is not my favorite. I love to ran hills, and that is why I tire of the boring flatness of Florida. 1 have to ran the Blue Heron Bridge on Singer Island to keep me challenged! I will run along now, so I won't challenge your attention span. 'Til next time when I hope the "mail buoy" (snail or electionic variety) will have been repleiushed, Rise 'n Shine. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;John Butterfield P.S. '59ers should read Class of '40 column tiiis month to ensure they see an "attaboy" for '59er Dr. Bob Nash.

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The slopes The "slopes" picture shows left to right: Geoff Cant, Bill McAree, Dan Branch, and John Webster '56. Next year's outing is the first week in March for a full week. Classmates desiring to join us for skiing, cross-country, snow shoeing, hiking, shopping, or whatever, contact Dan Branch (303-4990337; w: 303-966-4833) in September Dan closed saying "great seeing '59ers in Annapolis." Dan remains the president of the Colorado Chapter of the Alumni Association.

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At the wedding Left to right in the photo are; Joe Corcoran '62.

Bill Corcoran, and Dave Ascher (Could you not get "Plebe" Joe to brace up...and grow a beard like you two mountain men?) By the way. Bonnie Jean and I are still in the root cause organizational learning business here in Windsor. CT.

Online: www.usna.com (under "membership") By email: records@usna.com By phone:

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Pres: VADM Ed Clexton, USN (Ret.) 1000 Bobolink Drive. Virginia Beach, VA 23451 h: 757-491-2141 e: clexboeck@aol.com Sec'y: Bill Lewis 14312 Cove Ridge PI., Midlotiiian, VA23112-4337 h: 804-744-8808 e: bilewis@home.com Web site: http://navysfo.org/supersixty.html 1 thought it might be appropriate to begin with some remarksfromthe 17th Company Web site by Dick Dodson: Shipmates! It was exactly 41 years ago today that we graduated from the hallowed halls and marble arms of Mother Bancroft and sailed, flew, or crawled into the never, never land of commissioned service. There are a few moments in one's life that are unforgettable.. .graduation from USNA is surely one of them. Heck. I even remember the name of the main speaker without having to look in the Lucky Bag...Henry Cabot Lodge. I don't know what he said but it must have been good because we cheered like hell when he finished.

To all of you I say again. "Congratulations and Godspeed" to whatever is before you. I am proud to have served with you.

Now, things have been very active with the Class chapter in Tidewater. Meeting about once a month, the most recent meeting was aboard WISCONSIN at Harborside in downtown Norfolk. More on that later.

Jim Duffy forwarded me an email that he had shared with Bob DeMaio's widow, Eleanor.

Jim Duffy also passed the following "heads up" for those to who it may apply.

I am not sure that this TRICARE info is applicable to each of the addressees but will shotgun it to those to whom it may apply and whose addresses I have on this PC at NavAir. A toll free number to speak directly to the NMOP folks is 877-363-6337. The Web site (http:// tricare.osd.mil/) has a good deal of info that may be of interest and help clarify some of the details re 'TRICARE FOR LIFE." Hasta luego amigos.

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Ed Clexton copied me on the following to Al Whitaker: I have just come from a Class of '60 lunch. We have been having these in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area for about five months now. Bob Osmon was there today and told me you were not only in the Williamsburg area, but president of the Alumni Chapter there. Congratulations on that.

Ed also sent along the following: Ho hum! Another lunch! But the usual rowdy Hampton Roads group gathered again at the Long Branch Saloon—20 this time, to include: Nick Stasko (1). Torry Rogers (3), Skip Sweetser (6), Frank Kay, Ed McCaskill and John Whelan (8), Jack Greenhalgh and Bill Kee (9). Ed Clexton and Bill Ross (10). Wick Parcells (12). Joe Jaap (13). Mike McCullough (14), Al Ablowich (16), Bob Osmon (17). Jack Brockman (18). Jim Eilertsen and John McNabb (21), Henry vonKolnitz (22). and George Vanhouten (24).

John Michalski copied me on an email to his 6th Company crowd following our Class Board meeting and a subsequent 6th Company social gathering.

Ed Clexton asked that I forward the attached to you FYI. If you have any feedback, let me know.

Over the weekend of 7-8 April, a few of us in the area got together at Eleanor and J a c k Suddath's B&B, Ten Oaks, in Waynesville, NC. The Sweetsers. McCallums, Medaris, Suddaths, and Michalskis made the trip.

The Hokes had to scrab late in the game because of the early arrival of a new grandchild!

Eleanor showered us with southern hospitality, including homemade cheese grits, etc. until we were near bursting point. As usual, many lies were told and expanded (also to the bursting point). It was beautiful weather in, the mid 80s, perfect for a fun round of golf for the guys. Pledges were made to do an outing once a year, and to try to get more of us to attend.

Nancy and I had dinner with Annabel and Don Foery in early April. They are transitioning to new homes in Alexandria and the south of France. Lots of work ahead, but the excitement level was high (what else with Don), and plenty of fun was ahead.

It's totally green in Annapolis, and the Chapel bells are playing "Eternal Father" as I hunt and peck.

Mark Golden copied me on a reply to John Michalski's email above: I appreciate your going to all the trouble to keep us updated. Today is the big [for Bloomsburg] Renaissance Day. Downtown streets become pedestrians only, shoulder-to-shoulder.

PPL finally got our refueled Susquehanna Unit 2 back on the line, so the immediate pressure is off, hopefully for the rest of the summer. With all the market maneuvering by the electric utilities these days, I have to check my office email to make sure I know for whom I'm working each day.

We decided to be adventurous and will be taking a cruise on Celebrity lines from Istanbul to Barcelona in late June. Can you believe it—more sea duty?

I had dinner with the graduating classes from Valley Forge Military Academy and College during the week—their hundred days before graduation. I'm still a volunteer member of their Board of Directors. I'm also on the board of trustees of Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble (BTE)—lots of fun. 1 still have my daytime job with PPL. 1 received the following copy of an email from Rob Kunkle to Ray Burkley: I just got back from two weeks holiday and catching up on email. I went to Australia, Saipan, and Guam. Good time, but hot. Played golf in each place, but left sweat all over the place and played lousy golf!

1 look the Class flag with me and tried to get a picture atop the Sidney Harbor Bridge, but they don't let you take anything up there. So 1 found a bridge replica in the airport lobby and took the picture there! Now 1 have to figure out how to get it from my digital camera into the computer! The flag was one 1 had made in China. It's not very fancy or very good quality but it looks good in pictures! 1 think it cost me $25 but I'm going to try for a volume discount and make five more at least! So far you are the only one asking about it.

I can send you mine if you have a trip planned or you can just wait until I have more made?

I'm not in the loop for mini-reunions since I'm so far away and rarely in the states. I'll email copy Ed Clexton and let him tell you who is in charge.

They are trying to get more going.

As for trading 1 don't know much but probably should learn the ropes. One guy who does know is Randy McHenry, our Classmate, who ran hurdles on the track team. 1 ran into him in Hong Kong on one of his buying trips. I'll dig out his card.

Ed copied me on a note to our two new Alumni Association Board members. Bob Stevenson and Colin Saari.

First, congratulations to both you and Colin and Bob, for your selection and work on the USNA Board of Trustees from your regions. Second, this is to notify the Class officers and "board" (battalion reps) of your positions. And third, this is to call on all of us to remember we have two distinguished Classmates in these positions and to think of them as we want or need to propose input to the Academy Board. I am especially pleased that Bob and Colin serve in their capacities in case our official path doesn't work when or if we need it.

Thanks to all, and keep your ideas fresh and flowing as we jointly serve our '60 Classmates and their reps.

I w a s c o p i e d on t h e f o l l o w i n g from B o b Stevenson to Ed Clexton: I just completed two years as a Chapter Trustee (San Diego Chapter) member on our Alumni Association Board of Trustees. Colin Saari is currently a Chapter Trustee (Puget Sound Chapter) member of the BOT. 1 was elected this spring as the Western Regional Trustee, representing our Alumni west of the Rockies for another two years.

Although the Classes are represented by the Class Trustees on the Board, I offer you the opportunity to make any input to me that you and the Class of '60 Board may have for the Alumni Association BOT. Colin and 1 serve on several committees so we have an opportunity to discuss most issues. I welcome your inputs.

Anne Sharpe from the Alumni Association sent the attached picture of Bob, Colin, and Trish for our column.

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Dear Eleanor (et al who do not know). As you know, your Bob was an admired friend whose company I sought at any oppormnity. Lord, did we have fiin on IOWA and in Rio! Jimmy McCusker. Tommy Moylan. and Bobby DeMaio made life bearable as they kept us in stitches with laughter when we were Uving in a compartment that was about 130-plus degrees (right above the machinery spaces). It was so hot that one could not stand on the deck (floor) in one's bare feet. It was so hot that we carried our two inch thick mattresses up on deck at night to get "some" breeze (about 100 degrees Fahrenheit and 100% humidity). But it invariably rained so we dragged our sodden mattresses back to our compartments and eventually got a few hours of sleep out of exhaustion. In case you are not aware of it, I think that your Bob could do more pull-ups on the bar at McDonough Hall than anyone in the Brigade. I was in great shape as a Brigade boxer and could do about ten. maybe 12 I think: Bob would do about 50, that darned showoff.

I have sent a letter to the Commandant thanking all those on the staff that contributed to our 40th and gave special thanks to Dr Talley who assisted us in planning and also to Monty O'Leary, our organist and. to the Midshipman soloist who served as the cantor. I have received a most cordial response.

Thanks for you thoughts. Please keep in touch, as you are a member of the Class of 1960.

PS: CC to Dick Pariseau, as he was a player in the planning. Bob Gamba, please pass to others as appropriate.

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Marine Company and a bugler from the Naval Academy Band. Class representatives present were Jim Knorr, John Paepcke, and Carolyn and Jim Duffy. A lovely basket of flowers was presented "To our Dear Classmate" "From the Class of 1960."

Dave passed away in Febraary of 2000.

Ralph Briggs, Bill Bell, and Classmate Bob Bell hookin" the big one I'm the Secretary of USNA '67.1 received some pictures in the mail today from my Classmate IVIike Currie '67. One is a picmre containing your Classmate Bob Bell (540-347-3571; RWBellJr® MSN.com). Mike asked me to forward it to you.

The caption Mike wrote on the back of the picmre says—left to right; Ralph Briggs. Bill Bell (Bob's brother), and Bob Bell with 100-plus pound grouper aboard Mike Currie's '67 TAILHOOKER, caught 15 miles west of Key West.

As background. Mike is a retired Naval aviator, who runs a charter boaL TAU-HOOICER, out of Key West. In his note he said "That ad in Shipmale is the only advertising I do now and it really brings in old pals and good solid folks from other Classes. We dropped all other advertising because I was too busy! But wanted to keep seeing USNA Alumni because they're such quality people."

I also received a note from Bob as follows: I offered to help get Classmates together. I've been arranging hunting and fishing trips all over the world for 34 years and have a lot of contacts.

Since I retired I've averaged 9-10 trips a year. I'd be more than happy to arrange trips for the Class.

They could be anything from two man fishing trips to expeditions. A couple of favorites are. fishing both coasts of Costa Rica, dove hunting in Argentina, fishing and diving in Belize and salmon fishing in Alaska. (1 have done Alaska about 31 times).

Hope I can help.

A l s o a r e m i n d e r for you guys in S o u t h e r n Califomia.

Class of 1960 Luncheon-Southern Califomia on Tuesday. 11 September. Time 11:30 a.m. buffet lunch: cost S8. location. Ocean View (the old submarine base BOQ). Please RSVP to Jack Shaw (jshawl4@aol.com) at 619-437-0687. or Bill Lloyd at 619-5791349. The event is primarily for those in the San Diego County area, but anyone in the SoCal area is cordially invited. If you will need a pass to get in the base, please so advise.

On a sad note, the remains of our Classmate Dave E a s o n were inumed in the Naval Academy Columbarium in a brief but moving ceremony held there on a beautiful Friday morning on 1 June 2001.

Dave's widow, Barbara, and daughter, Stephanie, were very pleased with the prayerfully reverent and precise military ceremony that was conducted by LCDR Tim Koester, CHC USN with the assistance of a Marine contingent from the Naval Academy

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3rd flight winners with Rod Friedmann in the middle The very active Norfolk, Virginia Beach Chapter was involved in a recent golf outing and I r e c e i v e d the following from Ed C l e x t o n and Rod Friedmann: In response to your email asking for photo id's, I've eliminated the scoreboard shots. The golf tournament was held on Thursday. 31 May at the Eagle Haven Golf Course. Litde Creek Amphibious Base.

Ed Clexton's team (Ed. Jim Eilertsen, Jim Joyner '61, and Emie Christensen '64) took first place for Flight #1, shown in picture #1, with a great score of 60! Eraie is missing from the picture. Picture #2 shows the 3rd Flight team captain Rod Friedmann after the team's first ever win! Bill Ross's team took second place in the 3rd Right, An excerpt from Ed's email sheds a little more light on the Class of '60's participation in tiie toumament: I counted seven Classmates at the Hampton Roads USNA Chapter golf toumey; Ed Clexton, Wick Parcells. Jim Eilertsen. Bill Ross. Rod Friedmann. and Henry vonKolnitz. I diought it was nice that our foursome won with a 60! It was especially good since we had a '61er (Joyner) and a '64er (Christensen) with Jim Eilertsen and me and we wouldn't have won if we shot a 61 or a 64!

I know you have deadline tonight so I'll try to get diis in before the deadline. What a great event Wick Parcells arranged for us on WISCONSIN! We had 28 show; Ken Baum (first time). Nick Stasko, Moe Moran, Paul Cooper. Torry Rogers, Rod Friedmann, Skip Sweetser. Ed McCaskill. John Whelan. Jack Greenhalgh. Bill Kee. Gene TXicker (first time and from D . C ) . Ed Clexton, Bob Brenton. Wick Parcells. Joe Jaap. Bill Manning (first time and from Richmond). Jon Mendelis (first time). Al Ablowich. Bob lanucci. Al Whitaker (first time). Bob Osmon (with a 4-foot by 6-foot blue and gold Super Sixty flag for display). Jack Brockman. Jim Eilertsen. George Vanhouten. (and from Annapolis, all first time); Hank Phillips. BiU Zierden. and John Paepcke.

After lunch in the Wardroom (that took NavSea approval!) we toured the ship's topside areas where several (seven) former IOWA Mids recounted where they met King Nepwne. slopped through the garbage chute and kissed the (big fat) Baby's belly! All in all. it was a real nice evem.

During lunch I took a few minutes to tell all about Dennis Terry's "train wreck" (on 2 April) when the train he was operating "wrecked" his body and encouraged the locals to go see him while in rehab. I also alerted all about the letters going out from me re the USNA Foundation fund drive, and the copies oi Shipmate with notes from me lo those who are not currently members of the Alumni Association encouraging them to join/rejoin. We are planning a "boating" event in a month or two and then an evening event with spouses in die fall.

Incidentally, Classmates, particularly from the 15th Company have been in contact with Dennis and he is doing well. I spoke to him in early June, just after we had leamed of his accident. He sounds great. Even without c o n s i d e r i n g all he's been though. Anyway this points out so well the importance of keeping in contact so friends can respond.

Hey, we can't respond to everyone, every time, but often someone or more can, almost every time.

A Class of '60 craise to Alaska is scheduled for 1-15 July in 2002. Interested Classmates can participate in the craise Oeaving from Anchorage and arriving in Vancouver) and a land excursion scheduled to arrive in Anchorage or just the craise. A ballpark figure for just the cmise, depending upon cabin type and the air city, is around S2,000-$3,000 per person. The craise-tour will be around $2,500$4,()00. For those interested Classmates (who have not already signed up), email me at janthony® salisbury.net or f; 704-639-7671—I will forward the pertinent material to Craise Connoisseurs, which is the craise agency out of Tyson's Comer, VA. To date, 74 in the Class have expressed an interest.

The remaining photos were taken on WISCONSIN.

Tidewater group on WISCONSIN

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Annual Membership: 46% Life Membership: 34% Pres: R A D M Jerry Smith, USN (Ret.) Corr. Sec'y: CAPT Roger Onorati, USN ( R e t ) 756 Point-No-Point Drive, Annapolis, M D 21401 h: 410-849-3812; w: 301-261-8862 f: 301-261-8669; e; rtrogero@starpowernet Web site: www.USNA61.org 40th Reunion Update After announcing in the last Shipmate that you should have received the sign up mailing for the 40th, then discovering that the mailing went out nearly a month late, I promise to never again engage in any activity involving predicting the future, or figuring how the snail mail system manages to stay in business. The phone calls, letters, and emails that Jay Bower (14) and 1 received resulted in Jay having a nervous breakdown and my golf handicap going up by four strokes. However, I will predict that sometime in the future (hopefully before the reunion) you will receive a final reunion mailing that includes a ballot to vote for a new Class

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president. Jerry Smith (8) is nearing the end of his five-year tenure, and since he was elecled under the new rules regarding terra limits, he must be sent out to a well deserved rest in the pasture. I'm sure those of you coming back for the 40th will be happy to join me in celebrating Jerry's fine work as the W G N A C ' s Prez by throwing him in the Severn after our Class meeting.

Mail Call John Bennett (11): Below IS the letter I prepared for the Bullis School, Class of 1957, and Sub-reunion for the USNA, Class of 1961 40th Reunion.

We are having a USNA 1961 40th sub-reunion for the Class of 1957 of the Bullis School. 1 live in Reston. VA. and have been working with the school to plan this. They will provide a bus to pick us up in Annapolis on Saturday, 8 September after the noon Navy football game which should be over about 3:30 or 4 p.m. and return us to Annapolis that evening.

We will first go to Bullis Park, which is all that remains of our Silver Spring location. Only the old trees and football/baseball field remain as we left it 44 years ago. Hard to believe it was that long ago. There is usually a soccer game being played on the football field. There is no sign of the old classroom building, nor the residential hall.

Big Al, nor dining room. Where the residential hall was located there are now two tennis courts.

They will take us to the new Bullis School in Potomac. MD, on their 80-acre campus. It is a day school, co-ed, and averages one service academy attendee every five to ten years. It is a beautiful campus a bit upscale from our old hacienda in Silver Spring. They have recenUy built a new library building. By the reunion they should have a new community and arts center. It is quite something. The 2001 Bulldogs are having a football game that evening. After the game we are having a dinner at The Normandy Farms Restaurant which is across the street from the school. It is a delightful restaurant. Mr. Spencer (Captain Johnny may be more familiar) and Coach "Bullet Bob" Hayes will attend. Coach Hayes finally retired completely just last year. He is really looking forward to seeing us again. I will also contact the non-academy members of our 1957 Bullis Class to attend also, such as Llewelln Attsett "Lewie" Luce (in Florida), Red Mack (where else but Pennsylvania), and Dough Moe. Perhaps we can stop by the Hecht Company and go for some escalator bobsled runs. This is a unique opportunity to visit. We had quite a year in 1957 with some great guys. We owe it to ourselves every 40 or 50 years to get reacquainted and re-kindle these special friendships that we developed in this time we had together.

Please RSVP (phone, email, or mail) and let me know if you can attend so I can get some idea how many to plan for. Hope your Bullis experience meant as much to you as mine did to me. 1 look forward to seeing you in September.

Our Classmate, LCDR Donald H. Sprouse (2), U S N ( R e t . ) , died on 30 April at C o m m u n i t y Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula.

He was bom on 17 October 1939, in Oregon and lived in Monterey for about 20 years. He served 20 years in the U.S. Navy, including two tours at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey. After his retirement in 1981, he enjoyed singing in barbershop quartets, including the Monterey Bay Sounds Quartets and the Cypress Aires Barbershop Choras. He also sang with the 1 Cantori chorus and was a n a t i o n a l a w a r d - w i n n i n g bulletin editor for barbershop publications.

I received a very welcomed and timely Christmas newsletter from Judy and George Huffman (19) in late May. 1 guess living on the Gulf of Mexico has slowed down the sand in their timepiece. They are both enjoying life and looking forward to the 40th.

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Cyberspace Nooze Ed "Salty Sam" Curran (18): Thanks to your good work, Kent Riffey (9) and I realized each of us had joined the same firm (Parsons Brinckerhoff) within three months of each other. He's in London; I'm still maintaining a low profile in San Francisco. 1 spent a while touring around the mountains in Macedonia last spring, managed to stay out of trouble for a change but I do suspect State Department was annoyed somewhat.

It's a long story. Someday I will write about it.

The thought crossed my mind...A year or so ago when I was running the operations of a small, elegant seismic structural engineering firm in San Francisco; we received a call from the public works department at WooPoo. They were in a panic. During a recent routine inspection of Michie Stadium, it was discovered that there had been serious flaws in the renovation work that had been done before and the precast slabs holding the west stand seats were sliding off their supports. Furthermore, it was also discovered that seismic fault near West Point is still active and that the stadium was long over due for a calamity to happen. If the stadium were not fixed in time for the football season, Army's season would be ruined. He asked me if we would help. The thought crossed my mind...all I had to do was make it impossible to fix the stadium in time and hang a sign outside of Michie Stadium that condemned it from occupancy. Army's season [along with being whipped

by Navy] would be ruined. Unfortunately professional ethics prevailed and we got it fixed in time.

Nevertheless, the thought crossed my mind...

Harold Robert Melendy (14): Here's an update. 4 June 1939—Bom to U.S. Navy parents in Panama Canal Zone. June 1957— Graduated Manchester (Connecticut) High School. 7 June 1961—Graduated USNA. 17 November 1962—Designated Naval aviator Duty assignments included: VT-3, NAS Whiting Field, Florida, flight instmctor; VA-81, NAS Oceana, VA; VT-10, NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; VT-25, NAS Beeville, TX, flight instructor. June 1971— Resigned commission. 1971-1972 Construction engineer. City of Alexandria, VA, and later, Atianta Water Works. Atianta, GA. 1972-1998— Colonial Pipeline Company. December 1998— Retired from position of director, HR. June 1986—Married Jolene Harwood of Coffeyville, KS. Three daughters: Tori (Melendy) Fox, Kelley (Melendy) Hettrick, and Sara Harwood. Two grandsons and one granddaughter.

Following is a partial 3rd Company update submitted by your ExCom member and chief Company rep, Arlie Campbell.

Dan Schroeder (3) (frigatel20@aol.com): I retired from the U.S. Army in '95 and immediately went to work for Loral Federal Systems as a senior VP for simulations, modeling and technologies. I took a brief sabbatical to do some work in Bosnia for the SACEUR. After Lockheed bought Loral I stayed with them for one year and then went into business for myself Karen and I have now decided to stop working as frequently and to stop chartering other peoples' sailboats and to take off on our own. So on 15 March, we went to Annapolis to pick up a 34 foot catamaran sailboat and headed south with it. Tom Diekman (22). sailing in the Caribbean, has been a big help in determining how to outfit this thing. Our children and 13 grandchildren aren't quite sure about all this...but they all want to come for a sail. Look forward to seeing y'all at the 40th.

Dudley Williams (3) (dwilliams@conval.com): Our highlights of the past year have been; 1.)

The USNA, Class of '61 cruise to Alaska last June.

Four 3rd Company members attended. Arlie Campbell, Curt Holcomb. Joe Herlihy, myself, and our wives, along with about 40 other Classmates with their wives or significant others. We went to sea in a fashion never imagined in the Navy. No required mid-watches, only one required 126

drill, and three liberty ports in five days. 2.) An old fashioned winter in the Berkshire hills of westem Massachusetts. There was still about three feet of snow at the end of March. We did some snowshoeing and collecting maple sap to boil on our wood stove on the weekends. We have boiled about 40 gallons to get our one-gallon of syrup.

The plain sap makes great coffee or tea. 3.) Our son, Bryan, and his wife, Sue, had their second son, Nathan Dudley! We made our first visit to see him in mid-April. Bryan and Sue live in Chesapeake, VA, where he is an F/A-18 pilot stationed at the Atlantic Fleet Weapons School in Oceana. Judy and I are still working. We are also fortunate to have our older son, Dan, and his two children, living nearby, so we get to stay in closer touch with those grandchildren. We are looking forward to the 40th reunion in September and seeing you then.

Joe Herlihy (3) (joeh@cybertours.com): I can't remember where 1 left off from the last time 3rd Company was in Shipmate. I do remember you including everything I had written to you over a couple of years, sort of a stream of consciousness. To top things off, the Shipmate editor, who had been my son's (Joseph Herlihy '90) sponsor, added editorial comment about how great my kids were. I had already bragged enough about that issue. This will be more modest in scope and I'm only doing it because 1 feel sorry for the company rep. By the way, when I mentioned to a couple of Woopoos (Father and son at Duke for the granting of M.B.A.'s) that Dan Schroeder was a Classmate of mine there was stunned silence. I guess Dan kept his educational background pretty well hidden. There was some favorable comment about him though, especially from the son (USMA '88) who said he had a great reputation as a mentor to JO's. We've moved from being the sandwich generation to being the older generation with the passing of both Marguerite's parents. Looking at the most recent Shipmate and the spate of mid '40s "Last Calls" I would guess we are "on stage" in this role for another 15 to 20 years. Time to do what you've been putting off doing! My appraisal practice allows me to pace myself and with my oldest daughter-helping Marguerite in her business, we have the discretion of being able to take off when we want, without feeling the need to retire. Although old habits die-hard and it is hard to "hold all calls" and leave, especially when you are self employed. 1 enjoyed the Class Alaska cruise, though I think a cruise along the Maine Coast and down the St. Lawrence would be as interesting, with better port visits. Guarantee you'd see more wildlife.

Life continues to be family oriented and we have a grandson, now two years and another due in early June. I'm told the June baby is a boy and my (my mother would say St. Joseph's) name will be used.

His dad is DCA on CONSTKI.I.ATIGN. and will be in

the Gulf during the birth. The women in the family will be racking up frequent flyer miles flying out to Coronado to cover the birth and enjoy the two-year-old. Hopefully the grandsons will be coming back east, when Dad has new orders, so we can see them more frequently. Coronado is beautiful, but the weather is too nice. They must miss a good blizzard every now and then. A friend gave me cache of 1940s Shipmates he discovered in a lake cottage, here in Maine. Among them was the issue where Bob Schmidt's dad was listed under "Last Call." He was lost as CO of SCORPION in 1944. It prompted me to give him a call and we chatted for quite awhile. It was good to hear his voice and know he was O.K. Jim Traa (3) (jrtraa@aol.com): After graduation, Honey Dockman and I married and proceeded to Nuclear Power School, Vallejo, CA, next to IDAHO for prototype training and then on to submarine school in New London.

In April 1963 I joined the new construction crew of HADDO, Camden, NJ. Commissioned HADIXJ in

1965 and served aboard in a number of billets until 1967 when 1 left the Navy and joined General

Electric in Schenectady, NY. I served in management positions with General Electric from 1967 to 1984 in the Large Steam Turbine Division, the Nuclear Energy Division, Power Generation Field Sales, and the Industrial and Medium Steam Turbine Division. In 1985 I left GE and joined Newport News Industrial as VP Marketing responsible for servicing nuclear, fossil, and hydropower generation equipment. In 1986 I joined Utility Power Corporation as VP Customer Services Group and 1989-1991 served as president and chief operating officer of Siemens Power Corporation, Bradenton, FL. In 1992 I joined LG&E Power in Irvine, CA, as president and chief operating officer of Louisville Gas & Electric's independent power business. In 1994 we exited corporate life and moved back east to our condo in Sarasota.

FL. It wasn't long before the "wanderlust" got us again and we moved to Atlanta, GA, where I have been operating Environmental Biotech of Atlanta for the past five years. Honey and I moved coast to coast twice, 16 moves in all. We thoroughly enjoyed the Navy and corporate life and our friends all over the world. Raised three wonderful children bora in Charleston, San Jose, and Birmingham. Unfortunately, after 37 years of marriage and a long illness, Honey passed away in November 1998. But. life does go on. In 1999, I became reacquainted with a mutual Schenectady, NY, friend of ours, Beverly Wittner. Later that year we became engaged and on 12 May 2000, Beverly and I were married in upstate New York. Beverly recently retired after a long career in television and public relations and we are currently residing in St. Ives Country Club, Duluth, GA. We are having a wonderful time together and with the grandchildren, playing golf and tennis, kayaking, and working on selling the business and getting me retired, which I hope to do by the end of this year.

We're looking forward to seeing everyone at the 40th and renewing old friendships.

Boots Kuhia (3) (boots@aol.com): All is going well with the Kuhla family on die edge of the Pine Barrens in south Jersey (up until recently, the area was a well-kept secret so as not to entice more squatters into the area). As of the end of 2000, I "retired" from the company, IridianTechnologies, Inc. (formerly IriScan. Inc.) that I played a major role in starting up in 1993. A long time business partner and I started up IriScan in June 1993 with my role being the VP Engineering and Production with responsibility for transitioning the iris recognition technology from a lab environment to the real world of products and sales. When we started the company. I had established both personal and company goals that I allowed five years to achieve. Well. Murphy and his clan, being what they are, decided that I would need two additional years to achieve those goals and not in the order scheduled. In 2000. the company had acquired the Sarnoff Labs spin-off company. Sensar. who was our initial licensee in 1995.

That event, combined with a major infusion of investment by a team headed up by GE Capital, resulted in some major cultural changes in IriScan, plus the name change to protect the innocent (or guilty- take your choice). I felt that, since I was instrumental in "raising the 'child' from birth to graduation from college." it was time to exit right and let someone else have the pleasures and headaches of expanding the market presence to multiple areas. I will have to admit that being responsible for the engineering and production of a technology as amazing as the iris recognition technology is, was the highlight of my engineering career. While the technical challenges and problems were many, so were the times of experiencing the good feelings of resolving those problems and making many new acquaintances along the way, both as friends and as business partners.

Although the retirement idea was attractive at first. 1 managed to tolerate the laid-back, "dowhat-you-want" life for a whole eight days, accepting an offer to take over another small Shipmate. July-August 2001

high-tech company as president and CEO of Capita Research Group, Inc., doing so on 8 January 2001.

Besides that. I was invading someone else's territory (the real bosses), that had been operated as a "sole proprietorship" for 38 years; tough challenge to take on and survive without high risk of great bodily hami. Those who know me thought I would take a bit longer this time (like maybe three weeks) to become "unretired" and re-enter the business world. Perhaps I am slow ing down a bit. having taken eight days rather than the one-day 1 took to join industry when 1 retired from the Air Force in 1984. I will admit that taking over die reins of a small, hightech company with the objective of obtaining an infusion of money, refocusing the technology, and developing products for new markets in the current environment of practically total aversion for anything high tech is a challenge that words fall short in describing. Talk about each day offering "a challenge within which to excel!" You certainly do not run out of die opportunities to do so. Looking forward to see everyone at the 40th to swap old stories, stretch die truth a bit hoist a few (not flags either) and enjoy the memories of events that seemed to happen only yesterday.. don't we all wish?

Curt Holcomb (3) (holcomb@scra.org): I retired from Arthur D. Little. Inc. in July 2000 after 14 years with the global technology consulting company and went right to work for a former client. Advanced Technology Institute, as the Strategic Planning and Finance Officer. This new job provides a bit more time to work on my golf game, which has not improved much. But provides far less frequent flyer miles. Ruby and I celebrated 40 years of marriage this June, as many of you will. We still play tennis regularly in multiple leagues and a few tournaments. Judy and Dudley Williams got us into birding. which now consumes many of our vacations. We thoroughly enjoyed the Alaska Cmise with our Classmates, our second trip there. And look forward to another cruise next year.

Howie Winfree (3) (winfree@shore.intemet.com): 1 spent six and a half years in the Navy. Flew FJs the first year at Glynco. GA. then A-4s for three years off BONNIE DICK & SHANGRI LA (two

WestPac craises. one Med cruise) ended up as squadron ops officer. Joined TWA in 1967 and retired in 1998 after many very interesting assignments. I married Susan 40 years ago. We have three kids with M.B.A.s and seven grandchildren spread around the country. The 15 of us get together a few times a year. Have maintained contact with many Classmates over the years and really enjoy living on Maryland's Eastern Shore with its close proximity to Annapolis. Susan retired as a New Jersey schoolteacher in '96 and we travel light and lots. We welcome any Classmates who are passing thra Oxford (well, you can't pass thni-you have to go there, but all are welcome anyhow...).

Dick Dunn (3) (rjatdunn@compuserve.com): Nothing much earth shattering has happened since the last update which chronicled my brief Navy career and my Civil Service career. I haven't had any life style changes as Anita and I are still married (since "61) and still only have two children (Rick (39) and Dave (35)). We do have two lovely granddaughters, Maureen (19) and Brittany (II), which we do enjoy having close by and do things together on a weekly basis. I haven't been selected to be a CEO or on a board of directors, so I am still fully retired and enjoying it immensely. Have been retired since 1993 and have developed my handball game to a level where I can be competitive in my age bracket. We did a little down sizing three years ago; sold the big house and moved into a small condo just a few blocks from the former house. We are still in Reading. PA. which we find enjoyable and centrally located to "home" (upstate Pennsylvania coal regions) and the "big city." if ever we need to visit.

Anyone passing through central Pennsylvania and

in need of a break and a cold one give me a call 610-370-0527. and we can share sea stories.

Arlie Campbell (3) (campbellaf@aol.com): You see my name in the column too often, so I'll keep this short. Retired from the Navy on 1 July 1994. retired from DSTI on 1 April 1998. Still happily married to Bonnie (38 years in September). We live in Springfield, VA, in winter and summer, Virginia Beach, VA, spring and fall, when we aren't traveling. Our son, Bill, works in computers in Minnesota after a recent move from Seattle. Our daughter. Carrie, like her mom is married to a submariner. LT Ollie Lewis, engineering officer on PITTSBURGH, and is the mother of our two spectacular granddaughters, Maddie and Katie.

Had dinner with Jan and Mike Bradley (3) recently. Mike promised an update, but didn't get around to it. They are both still pulling their oars, one in the nuclear utility business and one with the airlines, you guess which. We look forward to our 40th Reunion and our next Class cruise. Hope to see as many of you as possible at both. On Thursday evening, 6 September, of the reunion weekend, Bonnie and I will be hosting a get together for all 3rd Company attendees and wives, etc. at 142 Prince George Su-eet, Annapolis, which is one block from Gate One. Upcoming Class Events No D.C. area September luncheon due to our 40th Reunion, 6-9 September, which all of you are required to attend or be subject to a conduct report.

The next D.C. luncheon wiU be on 13 N o v e m b e r Parting Shots I'm really looking forward to seeing you at the 40th!

Get It Done With '61

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Pres: CAPT Richard J. Hayes, USN (Ret.) h: 703-461-3582; e: USNA62@erols.com Sec'y: CDR Howard S. Pinskey, USNR ( R e t ) P O . Box 3380, Annapolis, M D 21403-3326 h: 410-974-1962; e: PINSK62@aol.com Class Web site; www.usna62.com Greetings From Annapolis 1 hope all is well with our Classmates and families and we enjoy the summer of 2001 in health and peace. Now for our Class news.

Class News N a o m i and Greg C h a u n c e y met Cinda and Charlie Koeber near Concord, CA, for brunch.

Greg and Naomi were en route to Sonoma Wine Country. Charlie and Cinda were going to check out resort property in Nevada. Charlie is still doing environmental consulting work, inspecting the local schools and providing information for their required reports. Charlie asks any '62ers coming through the area to say hello.

The next '62 D.C. golf event in August at Bowie CC, September at Old South; October's event will be a Homecoming scramble and championship on the l l t h and 12th. Then, ' 6 2 golf at Twin Lakes later in October. Anyone interested in regular notice about the '62 D.C. golf group, contact Emery Reistetter (reistetter@hotmail.com) at 703-4256870. Apres-links activities are open to all non-golfers as well. Just call Emery, or the host, to let them know you are coming. Check it out.

Emery took the following photos (see next page) at May golf outing at Army-Navy Fairfax. The winning foursome consisted of Steve Nystorm, J o n Ericson, Dick Hayes, and Bob Davis. Other foursomes include Doc Stilwell, Bat LaPlant, George Brown, and Gene Nelson.

From Stews electronic grab-bag over the past few months come these items: John Ripley was asked to make a presentation at the USNA graduation last week. The following is the text of RlP's description of this event to another Classmate.

With apologies for the self-serving nature of this. 1 thought you would like to know of what may be a first for our Class and for NAPs. I was called just before graduation and asked to please make an award to a graduating Midshipman, which of course I was flattered and honored to do. After accepting, I was informed of the award, a new one, named "The Ripley Award." My throat tightened and my eyes stungâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;still doâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;when they read the citation for the award, it is awarded to the graduating Midshipman to be commissioned in the Marine Corps who "demonstrates the highest sense of physical prowess and endurance in adversity." How they determine this I'm not sure, and as I said, I hope it doesn't involve destroying something while being shot at. They go on to say "presented in honor of Colonel John W. Ripley.

USMC, U.S. Naval Academy Class of 1962, for the physical courage he displayed in Dong Ha, Vietnam, for which he was awarded the Navy Cross." Perhaps you can imagine the overwhelming feeling of hearing this, and the great difficulty I had in addressing hundreds of Midshipmen and parents before presenting the award. The emotion washed over me like a tidal wave. To say that 1 was humbled is the bearest description.

When I called RIP to clear publication of his quote, I asked who set up and funded the award.

He said he forgot to ask. 1 guess it doesn't really matter Sooner or later, everyone will leam to appreciate the lasting values of character and perseverance demonstrated by such folks as RIP. The following moves have occurred: Ann and Jim Honeywell have retired to Sonoma, CA; Tom Epiey has relocated his literary business to Fresno, CA; Margie and Bob Greenman have settled in Madison, AL; Gerri and Bob Guyon have moved to Cape Charles, VA; Karen and Warren Abel are moving from Pinehurst, NC, to Washington, D . C , in June; Ann and Jay Hyland are retiring from IAEA in Vienna Austria to Corpus Christi, T X ,

'62: L to r: Greg and Naomi Chauncey. and Cinda and Charlie Koeber Shipmate, July-August 2001

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n : ucoijic I utili Bill Kmlak. John Berg, and Walt Welham.

: May golf outing sometime soon. Don't look for anyone in North Dakota. Nobody lives there any more.

Also, Jerry Blesch is the only Classmate in Kentucky, Dave Dupes is isolated in Iowa, AL; Alan More is alone in Nebraska; Bill Bird is solo in Wyoming; John Diedenhofen is solitary in Nevada, and Ame Sjomeling is by himself in South Dakota. If you travel near these areas, keep these folks in mind.

I am sure they would appreciate some '62 camaraderie. Vermont, Montana, and Oklahoma have only two Classmates each.

Joe Gamboa, Jerry Popp, and Pete Glasier are currently serving as presidents of their respective area Chapters of the Alumni Association.

Since returning from our underworld craise, I spent the latter part of April on San Clemente Island, a typical Navy paradise, with untypical inhabitants. We were treated to the hospitality of Navy frogmen, up close and personal. It was unlike anything I had ever experienced. Coming and going from SCI, 1 managed to visit with quite a few Classmates in the San Diego group. Outbound John Kelly, Anne and Brian Havey, Elaine and Ralph Santi, Dianna and Jerry Munger, Lois and Rick Nichols, Naomi and Greg Chauncey, Deena and Hal Koenig and I met for happy hour and dinner at the 94th Aero Squadron. I really enjoyed seeing 128

everyone. Sixty-two may be a really silly group, but compared with the frogmen, we are quite civilized.

Dick Hayes, our Class president attended the spring meeting of the Naval Academy Alunmi Association Board of Trustees held in Annapolis on 4 May 2001. The Class of '62 was well represented at the meeting. Snuffy Smith (Chairman of the Board), Paul Hurst, Corbin McNeill, Steve Chadwick, Jerry Popp, and John Ripley also attended the meeting. The following is a synopsis of some of the key items on the agenda: ADM Snuffy Smith, the Chairman of the Board of Trastees, convened the business part of the meeting. He discussed COLE and GREENVILLE incidents.

Snuffy supported the Navy leadership handling of both incidents and recommended that all attendees try and read the CNO's message to the Fleet concerning responsibility and accountability. He called the CNO's message "brave and courageous." He also supported VADM John Nathman and ADM Tom Fargo's handling of GREENVILLE'S tragedy. Snuffy reminded us that integrity is the right thing to do and integrity is inculcated here at the Naval Academy.

Snuffy then introduced the President CEO and the Chairman of the various committees who reported out on the activities of the respective committees.

George Watt '73 provided a written report on what the Alumni Association (AA) has accomplished since the last BOT meeting, changes that have been made to make A A more efficient and effective, and the prognosis for the future. He discussed values, purpose, mission, priorities, strategies, goals, organizational stracture, and technology support. (1 personally believe that George is the best thing that has happened to the AA in a long time. He is bright, energetic, and is doing a fabulous job for us and our Alumni Association.)

Corbin McNeill provided a report of the Joint Finance and Investment Committee (JFIC). The JFIC (Joint means members from both the AA and Naval Academy Foundation) manages three budgets, namely the AA, Development Programs for the Naval Academy Foundation, and the Naval Academy Foundation Athletic and Scholarship program. He also said the JFIC had received a great audit during the annual KPMG LLP audit. Mr. Theodore Kraus, a member of the Joint Investment Committee, reported that investment performance for year 2000 was down about 3 percent and through the end of April 20001 was down 1%. Although investment performance was down, it was much less than the overall performance of the Stock Market in general.

V/>LDM Charles GrifBths '46 discussed a proposal by the Class Presidents that the AA support a change to the President's Cirlce membership criteria. Currently, an individual who donates $2,500 a year for "unrestricted giving" becomes a member of the President's Circle. The Class Presidents recommended that the criteria be changed to $2,500 per year "unrestricted or restricted" (Note: Restricted would include such things as someone who donated $2,500 to a Class project.) VADM Griffiths submitted a letter to the BOT requesting support for the Class Presidents initiative. The BOT voted to favorably endorse the proposal on to the Naval Academy Foundation for their review and recommendation.

Mr Dick Johnson, executive vice president of the Naval Academy Foundation, provided a Campaign report brief. The Capital Campaign intends to raise $175 million by 31 December 2005. The Campaign currently has commitments of $61 million and will have it's official kickoff on 9 June 2001. The basis for this fundraising Capital Campaign is to implement the strategic priorities outlined in the Superintendent's Stiategic Plan.

Col John Ripley briefed us on Memorial Hall Special Memorials Committee Report. The Committee mission was to identify for the superintendent all Naval Academy Alumni who deserve recognition and memorialization and how to do it in relation to Memorial Hall. The criteria should be "Service, Sacrifice, and Valor." In addition to the "scroll" that identifies war losses, there would be a separate scroll for "operational losses" in the performance of duty. This would include any deaths in an operational environment (e.g. plane crashes) but would not include deaths caused by accident or car accident. The Committee also recommended a major renovation of Memorial Hallâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;particularly the infrastructure. Memorial Hall is a National Historic Landmark so much coordination needs to be accomplished during renovations. As a Memorial Hall and what it stands for Kids run around, drop candy wrappers all over the place and in general, are ignorant of "where they are." Memorial Hall should be a reverent place, like a chapel, and people should respect it and behave themselves. (Well said John.)

ADM Snuffy Smith provided a background brief on possible AA participation in a Continuing Care Shipmate, July-August 2001

Retirement Community (CCRC). AA members have indicated a desire for the AA to "sponsor" a CCRC in the Annapolis area. The real issue is control.

There are legalities involved and the CCRC under present law could not be for the exclusive use of AAor Naval Academy graduates. The AA appointed a CCRC Planning Team to evaluate all altematives, especially legalities, land financing issues and the development of a business case. The CCRC Planning Team worked closely with the Episcopal Ministerial Association (EMA) who are considered experts in the "arena." There are two parcels of land available in the Annapolis area (one on Bestgate Property near Annapolis Mall and the other a waterfront property near Amold, MD). The Executive Committee of the AA would prefer to form a LLC to purchase one of the properties. This would involve a S300k "option to buy" over a three year period. Cost of the land would be in the $4.5m to $7.5M range. There would be 240 individual units, 60 assisted living units and 60 comprehensive care units. The executive Committee feels that even if the CCRC project doesn't happen, the option leases would be easy to sell (most probably at a profit) since the land parcels are very desirable for development. At the same time, the executive Committee would like to work with EMA or another suitable organization to develop a business plan for a CCRC. This is envisioned as a $1(X)M project on 30 buildable acres. Once 6 5 % of the units were under contract, then the project could be financed through a Bond Program. This is where the legalities and control come in to play. The CCRC Planning Team developed a different approach than the Executive Committee. The C C R C Planning Team recommended a Request for Proposal (RFP) be developed that would invite proposals from any number of vendors. Because of the length of time needed to go to the RFP proposal, there is a good chance that the parcels of land would be sold before the RFP process is completed. There really are two issues: (1) should we go with sole source (IE EMA) or go the RFP route and risk time lost and (2) should we form the LLC and take options on the properties now. This led to considerable discussion among the members of the BOT. Some felt that if the AA could not "control" the CCRC by limiting CCRC residents to Naval Academy graduates, then why would we be in the business of competing with other CCRC's in the Annapohs area such as Ginger Cove.

Because of the complexities of the simation and the narrowness of an approval vote, the BOT voted to "smdy the issue further" and try and resolve it at the next BOT meeting.

VADM John Ryan '67, the Superintendent, provided an overview on the status of the Academy and the Brigade. He said the state of the Academy is excellent. Additionally: Described a curriculum review; Discussed the activities of the Midshipmen Action Group.; Provided the Statistics from Service Selection Night for the Class of 2001; Provided a Strategic Plan Update; Discussed Navy funding status. The C N O is committed to supporting the Naval Academy priorities; Provided a facilities update on renovation progress in the Yard Bancroft Hall modemization should be completed by 2003 and the athletic and academic buildings by 2010; And most important, he talked about the "good guys" the 99.9% of the Brigade who do great things as opposed to the few "bad apples" that somehow the p r e s s and m e d i a g r a v i t a t e to. ( M y (Dick Hayes) thoughts—it would be great if the media would look at what is right as opposed to what is wrong; too much attention is paid to the negative things.)

Shipmate, July-August 2001

Following the meeting there was a "combined" luncheon for the members of the A A B O T and the Board of Directors for the Naval Academy Foundation. 1 felt privileged and honored to have the opportunity to "break bread" with former CNO's ADM Bill Crowe '47, Jim Watkins '49, and Jay Johnson '68, as well as Astronaut C A P T Jim Loveil '52, MajGen Bill Anders '55 who led the General Dynamics for years, The honorable Every Byron, Chair of the Naval Academy Board of Visitors, A D M Chuck Larson '58 and of course our Chairman of the BOT—Snuffy.

Snuffy Smith closed the meeting by joining Art Bryant who led us all in singing Navy Blue & Gold.

As a final note, for those who are not members of the Alumni Association, please consider joining.

Your membership entitles you to a copy of Shipmate as well as all the numerous benefits of membership. Please support your Alumni Association.

That's our Class news for this combined JulyAugust summer issue of Shipmate.

Only 14 months until our major reunion, our 40th.

News and information will start to filter out to all hands via Shipmate, email and written flyers, starting early in 2002. Make your plans now to see over 350 Classmates—26-29 September 2002.

K e e p your letters and photos flowing in to Shipmate. We all appreciate them. Keep in touch.

Until next time.

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Pres: Hon. Stephen M. Duncan Sec'y: Michael H. Shelley 25 Sweetwater Lane, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 h: 828-862-4245; e: Class.Secretary@USNA63.org Web site: www.USNA63.org Let's get right down to business. Here is a very important letter from Class President Steve Duncan and Class of 1963 Foundation President David Puckett. Please read it carefully.

Dear Classmates: Your Class officers and the officers of the board for the Class Foundation have made a diligent effort since our 35th Reunion to keep you informed of matters regarding the Class of 1963 "Living Legacy" fund and to solicit your opinion. The most recent general status report was sent to you in August 2000. On 25 September 2000. we wrote to you again to describe the partnership agreement between our Class, the Class of 1963 Foundation, and the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation (NAF). We observed then that the new agreement will allow us to maintain the maximum autonomy and independence for our Class to meet the needs of both the Class and the Academy, while allowing us to take full advantage of the fund raising resources and expertise of the NAF. We also described the three separate funds which are now available for your support, including the Class of '63 Foundation Fund (which will be used to continue our "Taking Care of our Own" projects, the first objective of the Class of '63 Foundation), the Naval Academy Foundation Class of '63 Legacy Restricted Fund (which will be our "Living Legacy" fund, used to finance a program needed by the Academy to further its mission, a second objective of the Class of '63 Foundation), and the Naval Academy Foundation Unrestricted Fund (which will be used for special needs of the Academy as determined by the Superintendent and to meet administrative needs of the Alumni Association).

While the negotiations with the NAF were continuing, the Board of Trustees of our Class

Foundation were exploring a range of projects which had the potential to generate a level of support from the Class similar to that which has been engendered by our successful scholarship program for the children of deceased Classmates. That exploration effort has continued for several months, led principally by Larry Marsh and Jim Ring.

The most recent part of the effort was a daylong meeting with Academy officials on 16 March 2001. Class and Foundation officers and trustees, and other Classmates who have been strong supporters of our Foundation over the years, listened to presentations by Admiral Henry G. Chiles Jr. (Distinguished Chair. Leadership). Captain James A. Campbell (Director, Character Development), Dr. William C. Miller (Academic Dean and Provost). Dr. Albert C. Pierce (Director. Center for the Study of Professional and Military Ethics), Colonel David A. VeUer (Dean of Admissions), Mr John P. Cummings (Associate Librarian), Mr. Gary La Valley (USNA Archivist). Dr. Jay Scott Harmon (Museum Director), and Mr Jack R. Lengyel (Director of Athletics). Each presenter described his program in some detail and that program's resource needs, and responded to our questions. It was clear that two specific areas of potential investment would be most appreciated by the majority of our Classmates. These are the ethics programs and the U.S. Naval Academy Academic Center. The ethics programs are already the recipients of generous gifts from other Classes and from our own Classmate, Roger Tetrault.

After carefully considering this comprehensive information, therefore, we concluded that the program which could benefit most from our support, and which is most in line with our understanding of the continuing sense of our Class, is the Academic Center.

Our interest in the Academic Center is not new.

As early as July 2000. Larry Marsh had identified the Academic Center as being the right size (approximately $2 million in endowed funds are needed), with a funding start date that would permit our Class to have our 40th Anniversary fund drive developed to a level where we could sustain a grant of that size. At a meeting of your Class officers and Foundation trustees in January 2001, Larry made a detailed presentation and provided us with the most recent Annual Report of the Academic Center, a brochure prepared by the Academy about the Academic Center, and most impressive of all, a series of letters to the Center from young officers now serving in the Fleet and Marine Corps. Each correspondent described how their respective careers as midshipmen had greatly benefited from the academic assistance, which they received at the Center.

The Academic Center was founded in 1989 with the mission to provide academic counseling, improve study skills, and provide tutoring services to midshipmen. The general purpose of the Center is to harvest midshipmen who have academic difficulties and tum them on the road to academic excellence. Dr Miller related a story about a particular Midshipman who had achieved SAT scores of 1520. but who came from a school that did not teach effective study habits. The Midshipman in question was barely passing several Plebe Year courses. After receiving assistance from the Academic Center, the young man's grades rose over three semesters from barely passing to solid Bplus work. The letters from the young officers who had benefited from the program were notable for how well and how forcefully each was written.

Each of the individual writers had mastered the skills of effective communication and the quality of the writing reflected the confidence of leamed professionals.

At the present time, the Academic Center is being funded from a $500,000 grant from Mr. Bill Marriott, the hotel magnate. With an anticipated annual expenditure of $100,000 however, the Marriott grant will be exhausted within three years. A corpus of 52.000.000 or more is needed 129

to fund a minimum program of 5100,000 per year.

That amount would maintain a (part-time) staff of six faculty members, including five Ph.D's and a Navy Lieutenant. The faculty members will mtor approximately 75 Midshipmen annually. Currently, the majority of those who receive assistance are Plebes, but the hope is to expand the program to include Midshipmen in the upper Classes as well.

Some of the subjects which are emphasized at the Center include reading and writing effectively, time management, note-taking, test-taking strategies, and stress management. Classes are held in Ward Hall, so funds contributed by the Class of '63 would go directly to academic support. Similar programs have recently been established at other great universities and institutions around the country, including Stanford and the U.S. Military Academy. Support of the Academic Center would also be consistent with our highly successful memorial scholarship program for the sons and daughters of Classmates. Most of us remember a Classmate who would have made a fine Naval Officer, but who failed to graduate because of poor learning skills. The Center serves as a way to keep such individuals in the Academy. For these reasons, we have selected the Academic Center as the recipient of funds that are contributed to the Naval Academy Foundation Class of '63 Legacy Restricted Fund.

We believe that when you have become fully informed about the Academic Center, you will agree that it is the ideal vehicle with which to implement our "Living Legacy" to the Naval Academy. ****** Next, here is a trip report from Rich Pace, who tells us about a memorable chance event during his recent tour of Rome.

My wife. May. and I recently took the Alumni Association's tour of Rome and thought a report of the trip might be of interest to other Alumni who might be considering such a tour. Our trip to Italy was a wonderful experience. Although we spent a full week in Rome, we left with the feeling that we had just scratched the surface insofar as things to do and see. The five-star hotel at which we stayed (the Excelsior on the Via Veneto) was beautiful, and the daily tours we took, including excursions to the Foram. the Cohseum, the Sistine Chapel, and a side trip to Florence, were both educational and entertaining.

May and Rich Pace in Rome An incident which occurred on the final day of our stay in Rome may serve as an example of just how well things went. I had recently become active in the L.A/Orange County Chapter of the Alumni Association, the activities of which include the sponsorship of a ship based at N AVSTA San Diego. By a heartwarming coincidence, the ship the Chapter sponsors is FITZGERAID ( D D G 62). named for our Classmate Bill Fitzgerald.

During one of my visits to the ship I was given a ball cap of the type wom by the ship's officers.

Given the makeup of our tour group (mostly middle-aged former or retired naval officers) I decided to wear my cap during the daily guided tours to various sites around the city. 1 had some

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misgivings about walking around Rome in a "Fitz" ball cap. as I have always been uncomfortable with the idea of civilians wearing the insignia of an operational naval unit in which they have never served. However, the fact that I was a Classmate of the man after whom the ship was named, coupled with the fellowship I have felt with the ship's officers and men as the result of several onboard visits, ultimately convinced me that I would not be considered a usurper by current or former members of the crew.

Happily, the cap tumed out to be a very effective "icebreaker" with both tour group members and people on the street, many of whom inquired about FITZGERALD'S history and my connection with the vessel. The most rewarding of these encounters took place on the last day of our tour while we were visiting the Borghese Galleries.

While walking through the museum I was approached by a middle-aged man in a Navy issue leather jacket who identified himself as Monsignor Fitzgerald of the Baltimore Archdiocese. He asked me about my connection with FITZGERALD, saying that although he was not related, he had been at the commissioning ceremony for the ship in his prior role as a Navy chaplain. One thing led to another, and we wound up being introduced to three other priests in his group. One of them asked if May and I would be interested in attending an intemational rosary service at the Vatican that evening with Pope John Paul II. We immediately accepted the invitation, as it would afford us the rare opportunity of seeing Pope John Paul II in person. (Such services are not open to the public; this one was apparently reserved for members of the clergy and their guests.)

The Rosary was said in the Vatican's great had, which is not generally open to the public. The setting was breathtaking, and the atmosphere was almost electric. We had excellent seats in an area apparentiy reserved for the clergy. We sat with a young Catholic brother who provided commentary based on his experiences in the Vatican City. Given the fact that much of what was said aloud was in rapid fire Italian, this added greatly to our understanding of the proceedings. The service itself turaed out to be the highlight of our trip. Afterwards we walked with other attendees in a candlelight procession to the Piazza Navona. where the Cross was carried into the cathedral there. It was an experience neither of us will soon forget.

Some would say that the chance meeting with the priests at the museum and the invitation that led us to the Vatican that evening were all purely serendipitous. I like to think that it was just another example of the many good things that sometimes happen unexpectedly when you have the privilege of associating with good people.

Rich also sent a photo of himself and May in Rome with Classmate Bill Penn and his friend Linda Thebo, but regrettably it won't reproduce well in Shipmate.

Have you added your current bio information to the Class of 1963 Web site? Remember our goal of having updates from at least three-fourths of our Classmates on the site before our 40th Reunion.

Among those who have recently added their updates are Dave Riley, Luis Adriasola, Tim Cook, John McDermott, Merrill Dorman, Donn McCrory, D u a n e B u c k i n g h a m , B e r n i e P a t t e r s o n , Phil Marsden, Spencer Johnson, Jim Koehn, Wink Wilkinson, Don Shaeffer, Rich Weidman, Fred Sutherland, Gary Shay, Gaylord Hopkins, Jack McDonald, Mike Mullen, Tom O'Brien, John Kelly, George Candelori, Ken Metviner, Neil Smart, Flack Logan, and Clay Dugas. Please do as these folks did and take a few minutes to visit the site and provide some info. This can be as brief or as lengthy as you wish, and you can include one or more digitized photos if you choose. Let your browser take you to www.usna63.org. Click on Wardroom—

Classmates—Electronic Lucky Bag. then enter your name and other info. When the Lucky Bag page with your picmre comes up, click on your picmre. Follow the instractions that appear, and your current info will be added to the site. To submit photos to accompany your text send the image file to Steve Coester (SteveCoester@USNA63.org); he'll do the rest. If you want to revise info that's already there, just send me an email containing your text.

M i k e C o r g a n filed this p e r s o n a l account from Iceland, where he's enjoying being a temporary resident.

My Fulbright lectureship found me teaching courses in foreign policy and international law at the University of Iceland. Smdents are a bit older than in the U.S. and quite sharp, having been screened through attending the junior colleges first. Besides the course teaching I have given several talks on U.S. politics and electoral processes to various political science groups in the country. The embassy has also put me to work on several fronts; explaining what really went on before the premiere showing of the film Thirteen Days; talking to the pro-NATO society and so on.

The big deal we're all involved in on the U.S. side is the 50th anniversary of the 1951 U.S.-Iceland Defense Agreement on 5 May. It's the only bilateral defense treaty the U.S. has in NATO and it's our oldest defense pact with another countiy.

Contrary to a lot of assertions you hear, a majority of Icelanders have always supported NATO and accepted the presence of the base at Keflavik.

Neither is even an issue in local politics anymore except dial they want us to stay. This treaty and NATO are among Iceland's main connections to Europe. Incidentally, the last •63er to serve here was Tom Hall who was Commander, Iceland Defense Force, in the late '80s.

Mostly what I've got to look forward to now is being a tour guide for family and friends who want to come over. Funny how there weren't so many visiting in January and Febraary. I'm also trying to leam Icelandic but I don't think I have enough decades left for any real success. Still, it's a beautiful place and well worth anyone's visit.

We thank hard-working Assistant U.S. Attorney Jim Metcalfe for filing this report about his attendance at an important event in Norfolk.

On 10 March the Navy commissioned the newest Arleigh Burke class destroyer at Norfolk.

WINSTON S. CHURCHILL (DDG-81). Steve Duncan drove down from Alexandria to join me at the ceremony. Steve is a member of the Intemational Churchill Society and has had a number of opportunities to visit Chartwell and meet Churchill's biographer and some of his family and colleagues so the commissioning was a very special event for him. The ship was commissioned at the Town Point dock in the heart of Norfolk and in the shadow of the World Trade Center where I work.

Nearby loomed the mighty 16-inch guns of die mothballed battleship WISCONSIN which will soon be open to the public through Nauticus. the Norfolk nautical center which also includes the Navy's Hampton Roads museum (the latter a free gem).

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Nauticus dock for the ceremonies. Her namesake was sunk in the Falklands. Acting SecNav Robin Pirie '55. gave some introductory remarks for the British ambassador. Churchill's daughter. Mary Soames. was one of the two sponsors. The son of the First Sea Lord (UK's CNO) is the ship's navigator and received the long glass from his father to set the first watch. Our CNO plus CinCLantFIt ADM Robert Natter '67 were also present. Steve also managed to make a major contribution to the ship's MWR fund by buying enough trinkets to purchase Manhattan. He had ball caps, mugs, and a handsome jacket, all sporting CHURCHILL'S crest It was a great day for both navies.

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Tom Miller in Hawaii recently sent the following item to the 14th Company net. He enthusiastically agreed that I could also share it with readers of our Shipmate column. (Thanks to Dave Moore for bringing it to my attention.)

We all have or had one. A prostate. In late 1998, I found that mine had cancer. It was detected solely by my PSA blood work; no other symptom. Ultimately. I was to understand that had I gone another year without action, dealing with it would have been difficult. I had a prostatectomy, and I have been cancer free for two years five months.

My prospects are good.

My purpose in this is not to give some biographical information, but to encourage you religiously to get an annual check, both a rectal exam and a PSA test (the combination is the best). Encourage your guy friends too. The disease is common, and our age is of considerable vulnerabUity. It can be masked by prostatitis (infected prostate) or normal benign swelling common for our age. There are treatment options other than taking it out.

My advice is. too. to hook up with an urologist now for an annual visit. They deal with prostates every day. Know the subtleties of examining them, which is not usually the case with your intemist.

It can make a difference in diagnosis, and I have a number of case histories that I personally know to support that. If you want to know something more about any of this, please contact me. At this point, 1 feel hke I've done a lot of study and am an "informed consumer."

Cheryl L. Smelley-Garrett (edgewateravsbabe @avalanchefan.com), daughter of our late Classmate Alan Smelley, is seeking information about her father, who died when she was very young. If you can provide any recollections about him, however brief, please contact h e r She is especially interested in learning about his service in Vietnam.

Now here's a nifty account from John "J.J." Calande (usn21@earthlink.net) about his recent marriage; Trying to find somebody to marry two divorced Catholics isn't easy. The first time that I married Kathy (my post-stroke rehab nurse) was in 1993.

She wanted a church wedding so I searched for a minister who would marry us even though he didn't know us. I failed to find one, so I tumed to the Navy again and talked to the chaplain at NAS Willow Grove in Horsham. PA. He told me about a United Methodist minister named Bob Ralph who was a reserve Navy chaplain who drilled at Willow Grove. I contacted Bob and he was happy to marry us at the Willow Grove chapel as a favor to a fellow naval officer (the camaraderie never ends). It was a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Officer's Club that still existed back then.

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T h i s is a n i n t e r e s t i n g a c c o u n t from D u d Hendrick (dhendrick@worldteamsports.org), who is involved with a remarkable intemational sports movement. (Thanks to Chuck DiBari for sending it to me.)

At graduation I took my commission in the Air Force, ended up in Greenland, CA, and Vietnam in explosive ordnance disposal. Got out in the fall of '67, went to grad school at Dartmouth, became a coach, left Dartmouth in '82 to become a restaurateur and innkeeper in Maine and recently sold that enterprise to a USNA-type, Class of ' 71! My wife, Jean, and I (no children) are loving life on Deer Isle, ME. In January of 1998, I was invited by World T.E.A.M. (The Exceptional Athlete Matters) Sports to direct the volunteer staff that led the Vietnam Challenge. World T.E.A.M. Sports is a non-profit dedicated to bringing together disabled and able-bodied athletes to participate in rather remarkable events around the world. The Vietnam Challenge was a bicycle ride from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. My teammates were veterans from both sides of the war, most of whom had been physically or emotionally traumatized. An awardwinning documentary, "Vietnam. Long Time Coming," traced our emotional journey. As you would imagine, this was a powerful and compelling experience.

Last year. I was invited to participate in another WTS event, the Face of America. As the director of operations of the east team. I led a group of about 50 riders—American Indians. Asian-Americans. Hispanics. African-Americans, and others. most of whom were disabled—as we hiked from Boston to St. Louis. Our counterparts, a similar team that had hiked from San Francisco, met us under the Gateway Arch in a grand celebration of diversity in America.

It has been an incredible privilege to work with this organization and its representatives. 1 have now created the Worid T.E.A.M. Sports Speakers

Bureau, which represents about 50 of these people who have so enriched my life. They include; Erik Weihenmayer, the blind mountaineer who just recently climbed Everest; a double-leg amputee who lost his legs in a sky-diving accident yet still jumps; a leading model who is a cancer survivor and marathoner; a Vietnam war hero who battles MS; a former Navy Seal who was shot in Panama and is now paralyzed from the waist down yet is a two time Hawaii Iron-man (Disabled Category) champion; and many others, each of whom have a story of uncommon courage that is instructive for us all. Their messages are about perseverance, about overcoming challenges, and ultimately about triumph.

We have speakers for every size group or organization. Some are very high-profile speakers, while others are not so well established yet deliver important messages. We're looking for audiences in the corporate world, in universities, health clinics, youth camps and leagues, veterans groups, and service organizations. In other words, everywhere. I'm hopeful that our Classmates might consider the World T.E.A.M. Sports Speakers Bureau when next they are in the market for an inspirational speaker. I can be contacted by email.

Finally, now that we have sold our inn we have time and appetite for non-paying guests. It gets lonely up here in Maine. Our phone number is 207-348-2511.

Retired Mjirine Joel Gardner is hooked up with one of the sweetest arrangements you've ever heard of—organizing a n d leading e x c u r s i o n s to ski resorts around the world.

During Febraary 1 led a group of 50 hardy souls from the Pentagon Ski Club and other D.C. area clubs on a ski trip to Davos and Klosters, Switzerland. We arrived the week after the World Economic Conference and were rewarded by a quieter week and terrific skiing. This photo was taken at the Hotel Cresta Sun bar. The happy faces are Bruce Webb (there with his wife, Larissa, who is not in the photo). Dawn Hillman '89, Ellen Gardner '89, myself and Eve Gardner (She was secretary and registrar for our 30th Reunion.).

My next trip begins on 1 August when I depart with a group of 35 skiers to New Zealand for skiing and tanning followed by four days in Sydney.

Next February I will be leading a trip to St. Moritz. followed by four nights in Florence. Anyone interested can contact me at 703-430-1177 or see our Web site at www.pentagonskiclub.org. The club is open to all. despite its name.

Another frequent tiaveler is Jim DeFrancia, who submitted this account of events in S h a n g h a i and Atlanta: It's amazing how small the world can be at times. 1 was getting on a bus for a day tour of the city in Shanghai. China, when an attractive woman noticed my ring and asked if it was from one of

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'63; Fine dinin the Academies. I confirmed that it was, indeed, from Navy. She inquired about my Class, and when I replied '63. she startled me by identifying herself as Pam Pfieffer. wife of Classmate John Pfeiffer! Turas out that Pam is a flight attendant with United and was on a layover during a San Francisco-Shanghai run. She and John live in Monterrey, and he is the IT/computer honcho there for the city. Their oldest son. James B. Pfeiffer '93, is flying off a carrier. They have two other boys, as well, but younger and not in uniform.

I was in Shanghai as I have just taken on a project there. It is a large-scale planned community, including a Jack Nicklaus golf course, which hit some difficulties in its early stages. My company has been brought in by Deutsche Bank and H&Q Asia Fund to get it back on track and build it out over the next five years. So. I will be spending a lot of time in China for the foreseeable future, and am likely to see Pam again on one of those flights!

I also spent some time with Ron TerwUliger in April. We were together at a meeting of the Urban Land Institute in Minneapolis. Ron has been ser\'ing a Chairman, and I served the last two years as his vice chairman. The trastees held a dinner to honor Ron for his term as chair, as it is ending in June, and we presented him with a genuine 1943 USN brass binnacle. I was in charge of the gift. and tracked it down in California! It was a big hit and will grace his new lake house in Georgia.

Ron's w ife. Trish, was clear, however, that she was not going to take on the Brasso responsibilities!

I was at Ron's 60th birthday party in Febraary.

He had a terrific celebration at the Cherokee Country Club in Atianta. It was a '50's theme, and appropriate auire was encouraged. Ron had provided for an Elvis imitator, a Buddy Holly rock band, and other stuff appropriate to the era. 1 must admit that it took us all back to high school for an evening! One of the most interesting things was the invitation. It was a custom-made Wheatie's cereal box with the old "breakfast of champions" on the front and a picture of our birthday boy in his Navy basketball uniform!

Jim sent his "invitation" to me so that it could be shared with all of you. To see it in its full-color glory, go to the online version of this column on our Web site at www.USNA63.org.

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Mike Rubel sent two photos taken in Aspen, CO, where Class Foundation board members convened this January. The first was taken at a restaurant where everyone enjoyed a crab feast. Pictured are Will Settle, Judi Puckett, Mike Rubel, Jim and Cynthia DeFrancia, Dave Puckett, and Brace Webb.

The other snapshot shows Mike and his friend Jamie Georges preparing to hit the slopes.

On 5 June, 1 sent a copy of the Class of 1963 email directory to everyone listed in it, noting that we had reached the 38th anniversary of our graduation and commissioning. This response from Joe Fossella expressed a trath that we all recognize: Can you believe that 38 years ago we completed our education at one of America's top educational institutions coupled with a fervent desire to serve our country, and we still feel the same way? It's a good world and we made a difference.

Yes, and we continue to do so.

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Pres: The Honorable Bernard "Bernie" A. Maguire Sec'y: Dennie Pignotti 10907 Wilder Point Lane, Reston, VA 20191 e: dpignotti@navalengineers.org Web site: www.usna64.org I hope your summer is going well. Don't forget to send me information on your travels and who has visited or what ever you want to share with your Classmates. Our Class President Bernie Maguire reports: To The Great Class of 1964; I encourage you to read George Watt '73's thoughts about the "Extended Brigade" concept of the Naval Academy in previous issues of Shipmate magazine. The Class of 1964 is once again showing the way in taking a lead position for implementing the Extended Brigade. The concept is that the Alumni provide support through direct linkages at multiple levels with the Brigade of Midshipmen. Alumni connections are decidedly more necessary today. After George had attended his first Ethics Dinner this past January, he told me that the Class of '64 dinner with the First Class Midshipmen was a prime example of the type of Alumni Association interaction he is espousing for all Classes; it is a template for the Extended Brigade. In George Watt's ideal scenario. Alumni like us will have a continual presence as role models to those who are following in our footsteps.

Your help is needed once again with monetary support. The Memorial Scholarship Fund is still in need of funds. Remember that this is the one charitable contribution that exceeds the norm for charitable organizations; 140% of the contributed funds have been provided to students who are children of our deceased Classmates. There have been zero operating expenses for this fund during the past 15 years. Our one remaining student has but two years remaining and your donations would help close out this fund.

I must pass along news about the loss of two Classmates well after the fact. In our search for missing Classmates, we were notified that two Classmates have been deceased for a number of years. Mark Howard Griffiths, a member of die 24th Company, passed away in 1978 following a bout with cancer. He was married and is survived by two children. Mark and his family were living in Valdosta. GA, at the time of his death. Gerald Clark Burroughs, a Companymate of mine from the 20th Company, passed away in the mid-80s.

Gerry died unexpectedly of heart failure. He was survived by a wife and had no children.

Our first joint event with West Point '64, the Army-Navy Lacrosse game, was a successful one despite odds against it. First and foremost. Navy won handily by a 10 to 4 score. Friday night made the travel as well as the logistics very difficult.

Bob Sutton. Jack Costello. and Dave Gould deserve Bravo Zulus for the way they supported the tailgate and the dinner after the game in exemplary fashion. Dinner was pleasant since we won the game very easily. At the risk of omitting some Classmates who attended. I counted the following Classmates and wives among the avid Navy fans; Mardy and Steve Laabs. John Dalton. Ron Bosken. Bob Nichael and his spouse, Bev and Ken Middleton, Sandi and Jim Shanahan, Jim Ounsworth. Becky and Bob Sutton. Connie and Jack Costello. Grant Fulkerson. Strom Evans.

Sandy Coward, and Joyce and I. Dan Evans.

USMA '64 Prez. suggested that we could try baseball, track or some other spring sport at Annapolis next year. Did I mention that we won the game decisively?

As a final note. I shall miss our Classmate. Art Holz. who passed away in early May while on an extended vacation in Mexico. In his quiet, unassuming way. Art was our always funny comedian.

He was our Show of Showsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sid Caesar and Imogene Coca in one person. More recendy. Art's email essays were rib-ticklers and never politically correct. His dry sense of humor always erapted when it was least expected. His timing was impeccable. Except now. We all miss you Art. Beat Army!

Steve Laabs and Jim Shanahan organized a Qass golf outing on 16 April at the Naval Academy Golf Course. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate as the rains dampened those who braved the elements. However, Steve reported that everyone had a good time in a rain limited round of golf The only award that Steve mentioned was for the longest distance traveled in the rain. It went to Rick Dau. h's really a shame that the weather was not better. Grant Fulkerson reported that Steve practiced for a week in Myrtle Beach to get ready for the golf outing and was ready to take away the top prize!

M i k e H a l l s e n d s the f o l l o w i n g update on his activities: You say you need material pretty desperately for the Shipmate, so this may qualify by that standard. For a couple of years. I've been a member of the Alumni Association, through the urging of another non-grad. For the seven months 1 was a guest of USNA. I roomed with Waddy Garrett, Lon Cooke, Jim Croft, and Jerry Guy in the 20th. and have been remiss in not trying to reconnect sooner with those great guys. Maybe this email will do the job. If their memories still serve them well, the circumstances of my early and somewhat hasty departure don't bear repeating, but I thought I'd let those in the Class that 1 was fortunate to meet know a little about the ensuing 40-plus years in my life. One week after '64 graduated. I was commissioned in the Marine Corps through the MARCAD program, and spent the next few years flying Crasaders and Phantoms in all the usual places. Minor wounds got me home from Chu Lai after more than 100 missions and a few months as a FAC with 3/5. After a brief retum to San Diego State for a degree. I went into

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die commercial real estate development business, and built a bunch of office parks, industrial parks, and shopping centers. Along the way, I eamed an M.B.A. at Pepperdine through their Presidential/ Key Executive Program, and a Ph.D. in public policy from USC (Southern Cal to you from the soudi). I've been blessed with three kids and seven grandkids (early stans seem to run in the family).

My older daughter, Kim, is a physician who lives in Mexico with her family of four, and my younger two. Kirsten and Brian, both of whom teach, remained in Southem Califomia, as did we. I'm happily married to Linda, and have lived in Laguna Beach since I arrived at El Toro in March of '65. Dennie. you do a great job for Shipmate. All the best to you and the Class. Beat Army!

John Rowland sends the following information.

Our Classmate and Chicago Chaptermate, Len Wass (WCGINC@aol.com), from die Great Class of 1964, was invited to join the Trastees of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation and accepted.

He will be attending his inaugural meeting later this month in Annapolis. As some of you may know, the "old" Foundation was amalgamated with the Naval Academy's Endowment Trust (which was the fundraising body for USNA) to form a "new" foundation with the same name. The resulting organization now has two logical divisions called "Development Programs" and "Athletic and Scholarship Programs." The Trastees represent the A&SP side of the house, and continue to sponsor 80 USNA candidates at prep schools each year, and support athletic excellence at USNA, NAAA, and NAPS. Len would invite any comments or suggestions from members of oiu' Chapter, and would encourage your participation in the Foundation in two ways; 1. Keeping an eye peeled for superior high school athletes who might be excellent candidates for the Naval Academy; and. 2. Contributing to the financial support of the Naval Academy Foundation.

Len is a retired Reserve submariner captain. In addition, he has been very active in USNA Athletics with a particular focus on assisting Navy to defeat Notre Dame in football for the first time since Len and I were Firsties. A few years ago, Len was the prime mover in creating a Trophy to act as an extra incentive for a Navy victory over Notre Dame. To my knowledge, Len and Jim Loveil '52 are the only two Chicago Chapter members who sit on the USNA Foundation. You can contact Len via email.

Jeff Clough sent the following on the Tommy Holden Memorial Gathering.

It sure was good to see the tumout. I am sorry that living in San Diego and still trying to eam a living prevented mefromattending. It is great to see that our Classmates still care so much. New subject; I know that we have the right man in place in China. Joe Prueher is probably the single most capable individual we have in the country to do this job. But, he used to look so much younger!

Hopefully, he can bring this to a rapid solution.

He certainly has my vote, for what that is worth.

Jeff sure was correct on the China situation. Joe did a fantastic job in negotiating the return of our EP-3 A crew from China. I hope Joe will be putting out some more information on his China experience and the EP-3A negotiations now that he and Suzanne are back in Virginia Beach. I understand that they are building a new house in Virginia Beach.

Joe is working on his golf game while analyzing his future career options.

Bemie Maguire adds: I recently crossed paths in an elevator in New York City with a Classmate who was wearing a Class of '64 windbreaker while I was carrying my Class of '64 canvas briefcase. We did not notice one another but his wife made the connection for us. We later exchanged emails and his email provides a good update since he unceremoniously left USNA.

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Here is the email from Brad Strong: I was in 8th Company as I "passed thru" '64; I roomed with Glenn Ritchey and John Meyer.

After leaving USNA, 1 got into theflightprogram and got my commission and NFO wings in December '64. Flew P-3s out of Pax River with VP-44 and had a great time chasing the HENs, et al. Finished my bachelor's at post-grad school and my active duty at Pensacola in 1974. Picked up my CPA in Ohio and have done public practice, industrial accounting and now am operating (with my wife, Adelaide) a couple of nursing homes. I met Adelaide on a blind date on her first day in Pensacola. We have two sons: Scott, who lives in Brooklyn, and Neel, who lives in northeastern Ohio. I've been active in the Blue and Gold program since 1991 and have been the area coordinator since 1997. It is great fun and very rewarding to work with the kids, and I have had the pleasure of getting some 25 of my candidates through the rigors of selection. Typically we send about 15 to 20 youngsters to USNA each cycle from the northeast corner of Ohio. It's a good program that is getting better, and it is very rewarding to present the certificates to the successful candidates at their schools. I strongly commend it to anyone who has 50 to 100 hours a year to devote to a very worthwhile cause. I stillfindit amazing that we encountered each other, and I have to give all the credit to Adelaide's sharp eye. (Of course, she'd be quick to add that she's much younger than I. It's true, but the two years are becoming much less significant at this end of the age spectrum.) Regardless, it was great sharing the elevator and hope you got to your destination in good time.

Class of 1964 Web Site Information Scott Bushnell has asked that the following information regarding the Class Web site, www.usna64.org be passed to everyone. For those of you who have not visited the Web site recently, Scott continues to provide us with a valuable resource. You can use the site for posting information, for looking up Classmates and even linking to our related Web sites. Scott has devoted many hours to making our Web site one that we can all be proud of. He deserves our thanks for his hard work. Scott's message follows: Classmates, In order to protect the privacy of our Classmate address information I have made major changes to the database portion of the Web site. Now, if you wish to access the database you will once again have to enter a username and a password to gain access. If you leave the database part of the Web site and wish to go back into it you will have to re-log back in. Your initial username is the first letter of your first name plus the first letter of your middle name plus your last name. You must capitalize the two initials and the first letter of your last name, for example: ESBushnell. Your initial password is "temp." You may change both username and password on your update page, which can be accessed from the database entry page after your initial sign on.

Major changes: 1. Only you or a Class officer designated by Bemie Maguire can change your information. 2. You will not be able to insert any new person. New entries should be mailed to me at webmaster@USNA64.org so they can be set up properly. I don't expect there to be many of these as we now have 1263 names on the file. 3.

You have much better navigation from the list pages. I will soon also be adding email capabilities directly from the database. 4. The Missing and Last Roll lists are no longer available outside of the database.

If you have any problems or suggestions for improvements please feel free to contact me at either of my email address: webmaster® USNA64.orgorgunsmoke26o@mindspring.com,

An Update on the USNA Class of 1964 Cruise As of early April, over eighty of our Classmates, spouses and traveling companions have already signed up for the USNA Class of 1964 seven-day Southem Caribbean mini-reunion cruise on DAWN PRINCESS, 19 January 2002. More importantly, space in our allotment is subject to recall by Princess Cruises starting in July. If you have been dragging your feet, or know someone who has, the time for action is now. Those who wait any longer may be out of luck. The craise, departing from San Juan and visiting Aruba, Caracas, Grenada, Dominica, and St. Thomas, is on DAWN PRINCESS, a 77,000-ton

five-star floating hotel with large casino, gourmet restaurants, plenty of bars, a 24-hour international food court and two show lounges. As of early April, over half of our allotment is booked, but ocean view staterooms with private balconies were still available from $ 1,249 per person, ocean view staterooms from $1,133 and inside cabins from $883 per person. A very few mini-suites were available from $1,822. Reasonably-priced craiseline-arranged air travel is available from all major airports. Princess Cruises has also offered our group a choice of two very nice San Juan hotels for optional pre- or postcraise vacations. Visit the Class of 1964 craise info Web site for details, including deck plans, stateroom descriptions, air-travel rates, deposit and payment requirements, hotel packages, optional trip insurance, a virtual-reality ship tour and how to book the craise. If you have not already contacted Yvonne and Karl Vogeler (acraisefla@aol.com) to book a reservation, you can go to the following Web sites for information: http://www.cruise holidaysfla.com/usna64_info.html; http://www .cruiseholidaysfla.com/usna64_info.html</A< A » . Information may also be obtained by emailing Yvonne or Karl by email, or call 877-600-6166 and request USNA Class of 1964 craise information.

Help again!

I always need material for our column. Please send me some updates on what you and other Classmates are doing this summer, especially outside the Washington, D.C. area! Please keep those cards, letters, and e-mails coming. Note: my addresses are at the top of the column. Don't forget digital photos (at least 300 dpi resolution and at least 2.5 inches wide) and hard copy photos are always welcome.

As always—Beat Army] —Dennie

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Pres: Pete Gness p: 410-757-4796; e: subman65@yahoo.com Sec'y: CDR Dave Anderson, USN (Ret) 98-2039 P Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701 w: 808-477-7483; e: daveand65@earthhnk.net Home page: www.users.planetcable.net/daveand Greetings Classmates, we hope this finds you well and having enjoyed a fine summer. We have lots of material to pass along so we won't waste any words with idle chatter.

Just as the column for the June Shipmate was going to press we received the sad news of the death of our good friend and Classmate Don T\ilodieski from Jack Devine. You will have read Jack's note to the Class in the June issue. Since then, a memorial service was held in San Diego attended by Peggy and Jack Devine, Steve Allman, and Frank Wilson. We have the following from Jack regarding the services: 133

Don Tulodieski was laid to rest on Monday, in a simple and very moving ceremony. The funeral mass was at the Church of the Nativity, near Rancho Santa Fe, north of San Diego—a beautiful and tranquil setting on a flawless spring moming. Don's wife, Ronnie, their sons, Don Jr. and Christian, their granddaughter, Molly, Don's mother, extended family and many friends attended. Steve Allman, Frank Wilson, and I represented '65, along with other USNA Alumni including Don's brother, John 'ndodieski '61, son Christian IVilodieski '93, and Don's good friend and neighbor, John Hardesty '52.

I gave one of the two eulogies. I spoke informally of Don's friendship, his humor, and his extraordinary courage and strength this past year. I told a few old Don stories from Navy days, passed on fond recollections sent in by Fred Berthrong and Spike Karalekas, and conveyed condolences and good wishes from the Class as a whole, as expressed in many emails last week. The other eulogist spoke of growing up with Don as childhood friends and neighbors in Trenton, and then reconnecting as neighbors in San Diego the last few years of his life. The organist played "Etemal Father" at the beginning and end of the service. The whole thing was sad, of course, but very rich. The burial service, at El Camino Memorial Park, included U.S. Navy Honor Guard with sjdute, presentation of colors to Ronnie, and bugler playing Taps.

Thanks to all who sent me input last week for the eulogy—I've passed them al\ on to Ronnie and family and I know they will be treasured.

Classmate, colleague and friend—may he rest in peace.

We also received the following note from Steve Allman regarding his good buddy Don. I really appreciated Jack Devine's comments about Don Tulodeski in the June column. I thought I'd add my perspective. I was privileged to get to know Don well over the past four years. As background, for a number of years, Don and I would have lunch once or twice a year. In the summer of 1997 we got together and as I described a new job I had at San Diego Gas and Electric. Don offered to facilitate a brainstorming session to pull conflicting interests together. The rest is history—Don did such a terrific job that he consulted full time for SDG&E until he was diagnosed with cancer in 2000.1 can only echo what Jack said in his letter. Don was simply a great human being. In his short time at SDG&E, he made many friends and absolutely no enemies. He had the gift of being able to pull people with diverse points of view together and get the best out of them. Don is a friend I miss and one I will never forget. My thoughts are with Ronnie, Don Jr. and Christian.

Ronnie has told us how much she has appreciated the many expressions of support and has suggested that donations in Don's memory be made to your favorite charities would be great. We know that Ronnie will be happy to hear from any of you.

Her email is: dart@cts.com, and their home address is 1170 Santa Luisa Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075.

OK, moving on, we mention in passing that all you WaXer fans (and who isn't) can relive the days of old by visiting the Class Web site (see column heading) where you will find the best of WaXer (Don Hallwachs). Enjoy!

Next up we have a brief update from Robin Wood in which he tells us that he is now with Veridian Engeneering working on the F/A-18 E/F "Super H o r n e t " P r o g r a m as a senior e n g i n e e r on the NAVAIR PMA-265 test and evaluation team. He and Terry live in Tall Timbers, M D , where they mostiy can be found admiring pictures of two grandsons Russ (2) and Patrick (1).

The following is a term paper on the '65 Web site and is a repeat of what was posted on the '65 eGroup in early April. It contains some interesting smff that maybe many of the Class missed. So here it is: 134

Starting to overhaul die '65 Web site after ^ nally getting some time to work with it today. Have posted there the last three Shipmate columns for April, May, and June and welcome your checking those out for Classmate news. As usual, it's at http;//users.planetcable.net/daveand/. Got hot on this after—like you all—receiving the hardcopy March Shipmate (on 5 April?) with no '65 column, due to my being TDY in San Diego when the deadline came due back in January. Yes, I have already dropped for '65 and one to Beat Army.

There are numerous sections to the '65 Web site that have remained mostly dormant for a long, long time. These include: Locations of Classmates by City, Recent Classmate Photos, and a section called Other Ideas for the Homepage which includes some I postulated long ago, from which I cite some "services" I was willing to provide; • Skills/Professional Services. Same format as the city locator Will put together a list—with input coming from you guys—for Classmates who have skills or professional competence in; stock brokering and investments, real estate, development, legal services, architecture, education, property management, consulting, engineering, computer systems, finance, et. al. If a Classmate needs a service, he may want to go first to a Classmate who provides it before he looks elsewhere. I know I would. This may inspire some email dialog with others, too.

• Interests/Activities. Will also list Classmates who have interests in such stuff as golfing, tennis, ranning, sailing, swimming, hiking, camping, traveling, computer-stuff, collecting, whatever.

• Anecdotes. You all have some funny stories about you or your roomies when you were at USNA. Favorite memories, most laughs, what you and your roomies got away with or hid from the watchful eyes of the MOOWs, activities in town and out or on summer craise, etc. Relate them to Dave via email and they'll be posted here so you can all relive them too. (May be covered in our '65 eGroup, but welcome other ones.)

• Locator for Other Alums. I have the current USNA AA Register—it has the known addresses of USNA alums back to the Class of 1916. Email me here who you're looking for and I'll look him up and get back to you. Beats a toll call to the Alumni Association. This won't be a selectable section of our home page—but, as your Class Secretary, I'm offering this look-up response to your emails.

• Help with a Question or Problem. Need help with a question or problem that a Classmate may be able to answer Post it here for Classmates to read. (Covered now in our '65 eGroup.)

• Tips in general. Read a particulary great book, taken a terrific trip somewhere, have a super BBQ sauce recipe, found a hair loss treatment that really works, wanna share it with Classmates, do it here, via email to Dave.

• Travel plans. Going to take a trip. Alert Classmates by posting plans here when you'll be visiting their city. Maybe you'll get an invite to dinner or be able to flop for free.

• Business/Non-Profil Ideas. Anyone looking to hook up with other interested parties in business ventures, supporting non-profit or volunteer activities. Look here.

• Causes to gel behind. United We Stand America, Concord Coalition, Committee Against Govemment Waste, Re-Try OJ, Save the Retired USNA Grad, etc.

Asked Jeff Lewis and Bull for some help in updating the Class Locator (by city) but sure do need your iielp (as well as others who don't subscribe to the eGroup) for input on any of the other sections/ ideas that may make the Web site more useful to you all. So I'd Hke to solicit your input on these.

For the Shipmate articles, you probably have noted that the bulk of the material comes from emails, mostly now via the eGroup postings. If you like to read what Classmates are doing in their lives,

as I do, I request again that you take 5-10 minutes and send me an email. Same goes with photos.

Don't receive many of those these days and they sure do liven up the Shipmate editions when I have some images to send them. I can't make this stuff up. So please heed my plea for input, OK? Mucho mahalos to my other partners-in-crime— Doc, Jeff, Bull, and Throng—for their huge parts in k e e p i n g the Class c y b e r c o d g e r s up to date and connected.

From Tom M u r p h y we have the following report (slightiy edited) that contains some good dope on some C-mates.

Today was the April monthly Class luncheon of the D.C. contingent. Fifteen Classmates gathered at the Ft. Myer Officer's Club. One issue discussed was the June retirement of VADM Bob Amerault on 9 June aboard CoNSTrrLTioN in Boston harbor. Bob is the last of our Class on full time active duty though RADM Mike Scott is still on duty as a Reservist when not flying for the airlines. Bill Hancock who preceded Bob as the USN N4 (Logistics gura) is contacting that office to see what D.C. area ceremonies there will be for Bob. If there is anything plaimed for the D.C. area we will try to set up Classmate participation of some sort or perhaps some other event in celebration of 36 years of Naval Service by USNA'65.

Ron Slusser had just signed up for season tickets for Navy football games. While talking to the USNA Athletic Association about the availabihty of ArmyNavy game tickets, Ron determined that A-N game tickets can be reserved to concentrate USNA Oass seats. Ron was able to set up a USNA '65 group reservation for those that desire to sit together at the game. If you purchase A-N game tickets through NAAA, ask for seating with group #789.

Since the weather was good, most of the Class' retired Annapolis contingent apparentiy played golf thus we had no official Class news from the luncheon. Therefore the remainder of the luncheon discussion was used to harass Bob Andretta as the token fanatic Democrat and pro-Chinese Air Force representative.

Some additional trivia from Murph is that our own Dennis S p u r g e o n is president of the Greater D.C. Chapter of tiie U S N A A A and tiiat tiie above mentioned J i m A m e r a u l t was to be the speaker at the USNA AA Greater Washington Chapter luncheon on Wednesday, 16 May at the Army-Navy Countiy Club.

Now lets tap into the mind of J a c k Musitano ( J o h n . M u s i t a n o @ W e s t . B o e i n g . c o m ) who has something worthwhile to put before the Class; To All '65ers: I know there is still interest in pursuing the idea of some kind of memorial for Classmates killed in the line of duty. I talked this over with Bob Andretta and Tom Murphy during Homecoming last fall and there are issues of funding and donations to be resolved. I wanted to visit Mem Hall over Homecoming weekend to see what others have done, but it was closed when we got there.

My wife, Terry, and I will be visiting from Califomia this coming weekend (11-13 May) and we will be in Mem Hall early Sunday aftemoon. I checked with the Academy and it will be open. If any of you can, it would be great to see you there and share some ideas of how a Class memorial could become a reality.

Jack Musitano. Senior Engineering Specialist Rocketdyne Systems Engineering; 818-586-9724; f 818-586-0157 M/S; PA60.

OK, now for the results of that meeting we have the following: All '65ers, as I promised, here's the first of some dioughts generated by my trip to Mem Hall on Sunday. Both Tom Murphy and Bob Andretta were able to meet me there and die three of us had some great discussions. The topics ranged from tea fight dance practice in Mem Hall to who would make a Shipmate, July-August 2001

better fighter pilot, a rugby player or sailboat skipper, to the real reason for our Mem Hall visit, namely the pursuing of the idea of some kind of memorial for Classmates killed in the line of duty.

I doubt most of us know much about how these kind of things are handled at the Academy. Tom and Bob helped me understand the drill. Basically it's a two-part operation. First part is to donate money to the school for some project. The project might be a pot of money to draw from every year to aid in recraitment. Or it might be money used to renovate a particular facility like the sailing center. Or any of a number of other worthwhile projects. The larger the donation, the more flexibility the Class has to accomplish part two. which is to build a memorial for our Classmates. The second or even third-hand word is that both of these parts are already being worked. Don't quote me but I heard that a $2 million donation from our Class w ould get us a place for a bronze plaque on the exterior of a building. If this is trae, I'm really very encouraged. It means that our goal of recognizing Classmates killed in the line of duty is actually attainable. Just the details have to be worked out. I'll continue to pursue this and try to keep you all informed.

Thank you. Jack, for tiie initiative that you taken ontiusmatter. I am sure we all have memories of seeing the results of similar efforts throughout the Yard.

Classmate Jim Amerault was interviewed by Sea Power setuor editor on the subject of a "Fleet Voice" for Readiness Requirements. It is far too long to present here. However, it is an interesting read and I recommend it to anyone interested. It was printed in the May issue of Sea Power. We will, however, include in this column the following resume.

VADM James F. Amerault graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and was commissioned in the Navy in 1965. His career has combined extensive duty at sea as a surface warfare officer with positions of increasing responsibility on senior Navy staffs. He commanded the guided-missile frigate NICHOLAS, the destroyer tender SAMUEL GoMPERS, Destroyer Squadron Six, Amphibious Group Four, and the Westem Hemisphere Group.

Ashore, VADM Amerault has served in high-ranking positions with responsibilities for Navy resource and financial matters, including duty as director of the Operations Division for the Navy comptroller and director of the fiscal management division in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School with a master of science degree in operations research, VADM Amerault also holds a master of arts degree in Middle East Affairs and Arabic from the University of Utah. He was the Navy's Federal Executive Fellow with the RAND Corporation from 1986 to 1987.

We take this opportunity to congratulate Jim on his fantastically successful career in the Navy and wish him and his family the very best of FW & FS in whatever is next on the agenda for the Amerault family. (As noted above Jim's retirement ceremonies were on June 9.)

Now, for a clarification we hearfromBruce Liska: Just got my June issue of Shipmate and read an item in our Class column that might be confusing. We will be moving to our Eddyville, OR address only for the summer months (June-August for this year) and be back in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, by Labor Day. I plan to take my laptop with me and hook-up with another ISP up there, but plan to keep my current email address active and get email forwarded. I will probably have to get an additional email address up there, but will use it to reply to anyone who uses my old one. So, if anyone asks just let them know the above, and I will do my best to stay in touch. Since this is our first try at remote computers talking to each other who knows if I will be able to get it to work! The delay between sending info to you and Jeff and getting into print actually adds to the confusion.

I'm sure you have felt this much worse than me since the Internet came along. All the best, and thanks for the newsy columns! Bear Armyl

As many of you know, there has been monumental efforts made to record the collected sea stories of the Class. These have appeared in various forms but mainly in the Class egroup. Now there is an effort being made to see if these or a selection of favorites can be published. Dick Zimmerman, one of the mainstays of the sea story enterprise reports:

incident you experienced. We have now identified a few "embellishers" who can work with you via email to round out the basic events with some additional polishing touches.

Keep in mind that this will likely be our one and only shot at getting our story out. and the chances of putting together a "Volume 2" seem remote. So if you want to get your stuff into our book, don't wait for Volume 2 because it will never come. Please consider getting it done now.

We have found a publisher who might be willing to print our group sea stories. While it is not the Naval Institute (excerpts from their rejection letter come later in this message), Omega Resources has successfully printed and marketed the book Tales from Annapolis which is a collection of Bancroft Hall stories from USNA grads spanning the period 1931 to 1994.

Next is a quickie from Jerry Robinson who informs us that after an extended retirement (two days) he's back in the saddle with a new companyResource Consultants, Inc in Vienna, VA, We now turn to some input from Class President Pete Gness who starts off by putting the period at the end of the sentence regarding the 35th reunion.

Here it is:

Omega Resources is operated by two USNA guys (Rich Zino '67 and Paul Laric '49), and they have just ran a second printing of their Tales from Annapolis. While they don't have the 'reach' nor the resources of the Naval Institute, they have already opened a market of graduates who would be ideal customers to start our book moving out into the public, which hopefully will expand to anybody in the Navy/Marine Corps community regardless of where they leamed their trade.

Just for info, here is some of what the Naval Institute had to say: "Experience has taught us that there just isn't enough interest among our readership in these sorts of memoir collections to warrant the perilously expensive venture of publication. It is by no means a reflection on the value of one's memories or the service your Class and so many others performed for our nation."

I will now be contacting a few of our authors offline, those who have indicated they want to make some changes to their material in the event of publication, but have not yet done so. I will also post the most recent version of the sea stories on the egroup site so authors can see what their stories look like at this moment and confirm that they are all right for publication. Remember that Bob Andretta's saga, now 118 pages, will be condensed for any public version of collective stories from the Class.

I'm still talking to the potential publishers about the droll things that must accompany a venture like this, such as financing, advertising, etc. When I come up with something specific to pass on to the group in this respect, I'll do so.

In the meanwhile, maybe now we can gather some more stories from those of you who have been holding out, I'm hoping you holdouts might be more inclined to spring into action now that we have a chance of getting our stories out to the world. I promise not to badger the many of you who continue sitting on stories that would be great contributions to our book, as I have already tried it several times and you just keep sitting on those stories. However, if anybody wants to get aboard, more stories will certainly be welcome and appreciated. If you don't feel you can write a finished story, just send in the basic facts of an

Dear Classmates, It is definitely time for a wrap-up of our 35th Homecoming celebration and a look forward to our 40th! All reports on the 35th Reunion indicate that it was a success, especially the boat trip up the Sevem River!

I want you all to know who worked hard on the homecoming. A very special thanks goes to Betsy and Clem Meehan. They put in (especially Betsy) many hours keeping track of all payments, registrations, and event participation. In addition, the Class owes a hearty thank you to the following; Cindy and Lloyd Abbot, Geri and Dave Vigrass, Caryll and Jack Moore, Kayleen and Hap Hadd, Mary and Jay Sprague, Brenda and Tom Murphy, Pat and Larry Eggert, Sharon and Doug Katz, Jan and Ted Krauss, Jo and Jim Roorbach, Linda and Phil Ferrara, Judy and Dave Neal, Janie and Doug Norton, Sharon and Dan Mitchell, Christina and Al Becker, Kathy and Skip Moyer, Carrie and Pat Fitch, Jim Freeman, Deb and Bob Elder, Maggie and Mike Luecke, Diana and Ralph Lobdell, Meg and Daws Richardson, Harry Hoffman and Diana Regan, Deb and Clyde Bingham, Stefanie and Ray Moore, and last, but not least, Denny Wedekind.

I tried not to forget anyone, but am certain that I did. Please accept my thanks to all who helped launch our 35th Reunion. There is one other person who deserves a big thank you and a kissâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;my wife, Melanie (who periodically points out that she hasn't seen the surface of our dining room table since 1999)!

Following Homecoming, I received a very nice letter from ADM Charles Minter. For those unable to attend the Reunion, we asked Charlie to become an honorary member of the Class of 1965! He graciously accepted and sent the following letter; Dear Peter, I am writing to express my deep appreciation to the Class of 1965 for awarding me honorary Class membership during your 35th Class Reunion. It was a totally unexpected and all the more appreciated honor. The windbreaker jacket with my honorary membership insignia was the crowning touch.

The years 1961 -1965 that I shared with the Class will always occupy a very special place in my memory. And when '65 joined the Fleet and

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Marine Corp on 9 June 1965,1 knew diat Oiey would serve the country with distinction. I was not wrong!

With warmest regards to you and '65,1 remain.

Sincerely, Charles" A first class guy, wouldn't you say!

Pete continues with the following: Now to some news for the future! We are already working on the 40th Reunion! It will be scheduled on Navy's Homecoming, 5 November 2005. Perhaps a littie cooler, but we'll rent heaters. I've reserved hotel space and will try to schedule a boat trip during daylight hours, perhaps Friday during the P-rade, while enjoying cocktails on the Severn. Any other suggestions?

Pete also has addressed the same issue Jack Musitano did above in this column, i.e., the memorial to those Classmates who have died in the service of their country. Here's what Pete has to say: Also in the near future is a major effort to establish a mist for the Naval Academy in memory of our Classmates who died while on active duty.

Phil Ferrara, Ted Krauss, Tom Murphy, Dave Neal, and Doug Katz have been working on the "should we, would we" do something during the last year. Now is die time to fish or cut bait. The Alumni Association is just starting a major fundraising campaign with Roger Staubach as one of the co-chairmen. Many of our Classmates have wanted to do something that would commemorate those in '65 who gave it their all with a living tribute. I have discussed this issue with a large cross-section of Classmates. The Class of 1965 is now committed to raising S2 million for a memorial trast that will support Naval Academy awareness at the grade and junior high school levels.

The Superintendent, the Admissions Department, and the Alumni Association view this as an important long-term initiative to interest our best youngsters to attending the Academy. Of course, we will need extensive advice and counsel, so if anyone is interested in serving on the Class Steering Committee please let me know as soon as possible. The bottom line is we will need 52,500 (tax deductible) from each Classmate spread out over the next five years. I know the Class can count on each of you to help—just remember they can't fry us all! The Alumni Association will contact each member of the Class in conjunction with our Trast by letter. I believe this trast will be an important and lasting tribute from our Class. Please join me in supporting this effort. That's it from Crab Town.

OK, if you have made it this far, congratulations!

Thanks to all who have contributed to the article this month. Now let's go out and Beat Army]

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Pres: VADM John S. Redd, USN ( R e t ) Sec'y: CDR Mike Baird, USN ( R e t ) 63 Franklin St., Annapohs, M D 21401 e: baird@toad.net West Coast Sec'y: Robert G. Johnson Jr., Esq. 30131 Town Center Drive, Suite 147, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 Class Web site: www.usna66.org Many thanks to those who sent their regards to P a t and m e on o u r n e w v e n t u r e i n t o grandparenthood. It is a great time of life. This is a full article tiiis month. Those who sent information, if you don't see it in this article it will be in the September issue. So on with the news.

I am sad to report that David M. Walker died on 23 April 2001. There is a "Last Call" article that summarizes his major accomphshments, not the least of which was being an asfronaut. Dave was interred at Arhngton National Cemetery. He is located 136

in Section 66, site 5191.1 also received many emails on Dave's behalf, and I'm listing a few of them.

From M a n n y Lopez: Dave's service at Arlington was quite moving.

The Class was well represented by at least 75 Classmates. Dan Goldin, the head of NASA jmd Fred Hauck, a fellow astronaut, spoke of Dave's accomplishments as well as telling several humorous sea stories of Dave. Stories that as Classmates we can especially relate to. The eight uniformed side boys included Classmates Rocky Rockwell and Bob Ellis. The family, our Classmates, an honor guard of 100 sailors and friends, accompanied the Army caisson from the Ft. Myer Chapel to the grave site. A missing man flyover of four Navy F-14 jets directly overhead at low altitude sent a chill down this old sailor's back. An Arlington flyover is only done a few times a year because of restricted D.C. airspace. This well deserved honor was a fitting final tribute to one of '66's best. Captain David M. Walker.

From Jon Barton: A really neat guy who we'll miss.

Carl M c C u l l o u g h , T i m B e a r d , and D a v e Lovelady assisted me in providing news on Dave and linking me to his wife, Paige. My thanks to all of them.

In providing his application for the 35th Reunion, B o b Brice (bobbrice@coastalnet.com) stated that he has been diagnosed with a malignant melanoma in his lungs. He also states that the doctors are not the least bit optimistic that he'll survive one year.

The extent and location of the cancer makes it inoperable and there is no standard treatment for it.

He is taking part in a clinical treatment at East Carohna University Medical Center that uses a combination of chemo- and immuno-therapies. He began the trials in January, and so far his cancer has responded by shrinking slightiy. He feels good, and has been able to work every day. Given the progress he hopes to make the 35th. Anyone wishing to give Bob some much needed encouragement can do so by writing to him at 306 E. l l t h Street, Washington, NC 27889-3717. You can also email. I know you join me in praying for success with this tieatment, and in wishing Bob well during this very difficult time.

Scott Redd, our Class President, recentiy officiated at the ceremonies for HUE Crrv and GONZALEZ where our annual Leaderships awards were presented. Here is Scott's email.

We had two great days of recognizing top officer and enlisted people on our two "namesake" ships: HUE Crrv (CG-66) and GONZALEZ ( D D G 66). The criterion, appropriately, was leadership.

On Friday, 30 March, we did HUE Crrv in port U.S. Naval Station, Mayport, FL. Recipients were ENS Kathy Storm '99 and SKI (SW) Mickey McDonald. Great ship, great CO (CAPT Rick Hoffman, Citadel grad) who I'd worked with earlier in CENTCOM. Nice ceremony. Mayport/Jacksonville attendees were; Tom Barry, Bill Marsh, Bob Zvacek (organizer), Dick Sidney, and yours truly (left to right in both pix). Donna manned the camera. The following Wednesday we did GONZALEZ at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA. Recipients were LT Alex Domino '96 and, as is obvious from the photo, a football player, and EWl (SW) James Byrd. Again, an impressive combatant lead by CO, CDR Pat O'Rourke.

They're in the midst of pre-deployment preparations but were most hospitable. The '66 contingent included; Dick Helm (organizer), Fred Lutz, Tom Martin, Ed Futch, Rob Ploeger, Charlie Votava, John Sulfaro, Charlie PfeifTer, and me.

Also attending was Capitan de Navio Jose Gonzales '79, Peruvian Navy and a friend of Fred's, currently Peravian Liaison at CincLantFlt. Special dianks to Chuck Grutzius who prepared nice certificates this year to match the letters. My

remarks, tiianks to Tom Eubanks' superb vision and briefing, centered around three "threads" which bound us together; The obvious: Hull number 66. Tom commissioned HUE Crrv. I noted that she had been often at the tip of the spear and that two '66er's, Steve Abbot and I, had hosted a diplomatic reception in the Arabian Gulf on her in the mid '90s when 1 was ComFifthRt and Steve was the Carrier Batde Group Commander GONZALEZ, the newer kid on the block, is off to be the first of her class to serve in NATO's Standing Naval Force Mediterranean (SNFM), a theater whose Deputy CINC was and is a Classmate—formerly Steve Abbot and now Gen Carl Fulford.

Vietruim. While we participated in the cold war, the gulf war and a number of lesser skirmishes, Vietnam was "our war." We lost a number of Classmates there. HXJE Cm is the only ship named for a Viemam battle. GONZALEZ is named for a Vietnam War Medal of Honor winner. Interestingly, Mrs. Gonzalez was present at the commissioning of HUE CITY. Then Chief of Naval Personnel, ADM Mike Boorda, gave the commissioning speech. His recognition of Mrs. Gonzalez during the ceremony was one of the most moving events I've wimessed.

Leadership. The sine qua non—the business we're in. That's why we give the award.

I confess to having followed the history of these awards only loosely over the years. In the event, I was strock with the incredible poignancy of the moment, remembering fallen Classmates and warm memories at sea while celebrating the youdi of today's Navy. Tom Eubanks, who conceived the awards, is considering writing a piece for Shipmale and I hope he will. It is a great story.

Thanks to Scott for presiding and providing tiie follow-up. To support the awards, I'm presenting the main points from the letters to each recipient, as Scott mentions, that are read at the presentations.

For H L T C r r v : E N S Kathryn N. Storm Dear Ensign Storm: On behalf of the Class of 1966, United States Naval Academy, I commend you on your selection to receive the Class of 1966 Junior Officer Superior Leadership and Professionalism Award for 2000.

Most notably, while serving as Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer in HUE Cmr (CG-66), you were instramental in support of the continued development of the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) and AEGIS Weapons System Version 6 Phase I. You were a recognized and valued leader in the wardroom and on the deckplates. Your concern for the professional development of your subordinates was genuine, epitomized by a rigorous divisional training program that led to the promotion of five of six eligible personnel. Your outstanding organizational skills, professionalism, and dedication proved indispensable in the highly successful execution of four AEGIS/CEC testing events, CEC TECHEVAL, BALTOPS 00 Cnuse, UNITAS 41-00 Caribbean Phase, Intemational Naval Review 2000, Sail Boston, and Halifax Tall Ships Week. You were a comerstone of HUE CITY'S underway watchstanding cadre, most notably as Underway Officer of the Deck and as Anti-Submarine Warfare Evaluator. Your superior leadership, professionalism, tactical acumen, and panache set the standard for your peers to emulate. In a very short time, you have established yourself as HUE CITY'S front ranning junior officer.

S K I (SW) Mickey L. McDonald Dear Petty Officer McDonald; On behalf of tiie Class of 1966, United States Naval Academy, 1 commend you on your selection to receive the Class of 1966 Petty Officer Superior Leadership and Professionalism Award for 2000.

Most notably, your outstanding professionalism, superb technical expertise and steadfast dedication as Leading Petty Officer (LPO) for Stores

Shipmate, July-August 2001

A dass of 1966's 35* Reunion hursday, 11 October - Sunday, 14 October, 2001 Reunion HQ at Baltimore Washington Intemational Airport (BWI) Marriott Hotel Schedule of Events THURSDAY, 11 OCT: 0800-1700: Alumni Assoc, registration at Alumni Hall 0900: Alumni/spouse no handicap golf toumament 1200: Briga(ie noon meal formation, Tecumseh Court 1600-2000: Check-in at BWI Marriott; register and get goodie bag 1600-2000: No-host cocktails in BWI Marriott lounge.

All day: Check-in BWI Marriott; '66 registration and get goodie bag FRIDAY, 12 OCT: 0800-1600: Alumni Assoc, registration at Alumni Hall 0800: Class of '66 golf toumament (for all) (Fort Meade golf course) 0900: Alumni golf toumament; USGA handicap only 0900-1300: Balfour reps at BWI Marriott to service '66 class rings 1030-1200: Motor coaches BWI Marriott to USNA 1200: Brigade noon meal formation, Tecumseh Court 1330-1515: Class of '66 Meeting at Mitscher Hall 1515-1545: Class of '66 Memorial Service at Mitscher Hall 1600-1730: Motor coaches USNA to BWI Marriott 1700-2000: All classes homecoming reception Alumni Hall (note: this replaces the Dahlgren Hall reception; no King Hall "dining" after).

1800-2000: Motor coaches BWI Marriott to USNA 1900-2300: Class of '66 Cocktail Party at Officers & Faculty Club 2100-2400: Motor coaches USNA to BWI Marriott SATURDAY, 13 OCT:

SUNDAY, 14 OCT:

0715: Running of the goats at USNA 0830-0930: Motor coaches BWI Marriott to USNA 0930-1130: Motor coaches BWI Marriott to Navy-Marine Stadium 1000-1700: Class of '66 Tailgate Party and catered luncheon 1200: Navy vs. Rice 1600-1730: Motor coaches Navy-Marine Stadium to BWI Marriott 1830-2000: Pre-Banquet Cocktail Party at BWI Marriott 2000-0100: Dinner-Dance Banquet, BWI Marriott Grand Ballroom 0745-1000: Motor coach Marriott to USNA Chapelâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;if enough interest 0730-0830: Friends of Bill W. informal coffee; Marriott lobby rest.

0830-1130: Informal bmnch; Marriott lobby restaurant More good "gouge'

1. Go to the '66 Website: USNA66.org to register, make hotel reservations, check on who has signed up so far, get the form for football tickets, and other useful information.

2. Special Class of '66 seating section for the football game is availableâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;when purchasing ng tickets from froi NAA^* (800-US4-NAVY), give them our Group Number (401).

3. Professional photographer will be available at the Saturday Dinner-Dance Banque 4. Class meeting draft agenda items and request for inputs are on the '66 Website.

5. Additional copies of the May 1, 2001 Flyer can be requested via the '66 Website.

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Division was instramental in HUE CTTY'S achieving outstanding results during her recent Supply Management Inspection (S.Ml). Your meticulous management of over 21.000 line items, implementation of effectiv e and efficient administrative procedures, and ability to meet mission objectives resulted in a grade of "Outstanding" in all functional areas inspected during die SMI. As LPO for Stores Division, you established yourself as a technical expert and proven leader on all Supply matters by successfully leading S-l Di\ision to its fifth consecutive Supply Blue "E" Aw ard. Your dedicated efforts directiy contributed to HUE Crrv earning her third consecutive Battle "E" Award. .Additionally, your knowledge, leadership and training as a member of the Damage Control Training Team significantly contributed to preparing Damage Control Repair Station 5 for CART II. die Engineering Initial Assessment and Underway Demonstration.

While recognizing you specifically for your professional performance and achievements during your tour in HUE Crrv. my Classmates and I most Sttongly encourage you to continue on the exceptional professional growth path you have thus far exhibited. Through continuous teaming and honing of your professional and leadership skills, and by leading and mentoring those for whom you are responsible, you contribute directly and significantly to the very core of the Naval Service, and to its fumre.

For Gonzalez: LT Alex F. Domino Dear Lieutenant Domino; On behalf of tiie Class of 1966. United States Naval .Academy. I commend you on your selection to receive the Class of 1966 Junior Officer Superior Leadership and Professionalism Award for 2000.

Most notably, while serving as fire control officer in GONZALEZ (DDG 66) from July through December 2000. your superb leadership skills, professional knowledge, and exceptional resourcefulness were cracial to GONZALEZ' combat systems performance and material readiness. Your peerless abilities as a leader and tactician directly contributed to the highly successful completion of VANDALEX 2000 and GO.NZ.M.EZ' Naval Surface Fire Support qualification. Additionally, you performed superbly as Weapons Officer for two months, not merely acting as a caretaker, but enhancing the material readiness, morale and training levels within the Combat Systems Department.

Your positive leadership style, coupled with an untiring desire to succeed, ensured that GONZALF.Z achieved and maintained the highest possible state of combat readiness.

While recognizing you specifically for your professional performance and achievements during your tour in GONZALEZ, my Classmates and I most strongly encourage you to continue on the exceptional professional growth path you have thus far exhibited. Through continuous learning and honing of your professional and leadership skills, and by leading and mentoring those for whom you are responsible, you contribute directly and significantly to the very core of the Naval Service, and to its future.

'66; GONZALEZ ceremonyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Classmates and friends the Battleforce Electronic Warfare Trainer (BEWT) and your revision of GONZJVLEZ' E M C O N bill. Your peerless abilities as a leader and organizer enabled you to skillfully manage EW w atch station manning and division maintenance requirements, to train and qualify EW augmentees during Exercise LINKED SEAS, devote countless hours to GoNZ\LEz' Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist program, and institute a divisional smdy program which resulted in a 100% advancement rate for OT division. Finally, as a member of the Combat Systems Training Team, you routinely ensured that realistic and effective training scenarios were presented to the CIC w atch team, significandy impro\ing GONZ.ALEZ' combat readiness.

While recognizing you specifically for your professional performance and achievements during your tour in GONZALEZ, my Classmates and 1 most strongly encourage you to continue on the exceptional professional growth path you have thus far exhibited. Through continuous learning and honing of your professional and leadership skills, and by leading and mentoring those for whom you are responsible, you contribute directiy and significantly to the very core of the Naval Service, and to its fumre.

A well done to all recipients and a special thanks to Scott, Bob Zvacek, and Dick Hehn for their efforts. Rob Ploeger also deserves thanks for his assistance to Dick.

EWl (SW) James F. Byrd: Dear Petty Officer First Class Byrd: On behalf of the Class of 1966. United States Naval Academy. I commend you on your selection to receive the Class of 1966 Petty Officer Superior Leadership and Professionalism Award for 2000.

Most notably, while serving as Electronic Warfare Division Leading Petty Officer in GONZALEZ (DDG-66) during 2000. your superior professionalism, effective leadership, and resourcefulness were essential in maintaining GONZALEZ' combat and material readiness during the inter-deployment training cycle. Examples of your exceptional achievements included your expertly filling the Division Officer billet, management of all aspects of OT Division, supervision of the installation of

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Scott Redd and LT Domino

Scott Redd and EWl Byrd

Now here's a great email I got from Rufe Taylor. It's told in typical Rufe fashion, so enjoy.

Greetings! I see things are well underway for the 35th. Received the packet in the mail. This next piece of news falls into category of "what are the odds" or. in sailor vernacular, "this is no s ." On Thursday. 10 May. I boarded an airplane here at McCarran Airport in Las Vegas for a flight to D.C. I was en route to meet my sister, then the two of us drove down to Southern Pines.

NC. for my mother's 87th birthday on Saturday.

12 May. It was a "twofer trip" for me: birthday and Mother's Day (almost). I had settled comfortably into my window seat. I knew it w as going to be a packed flight. Sure enough, this couple begins to settle in to the two adjacent seats. He in the middle seat, she on the aisle. I pay little attention. TTien I notice this huge ring. "Mighty big ring you have there" says I. Mind you. I still have not seen his face and he is going to sit right next to me..."yup. sure is" says he. I respond, "What Class?

66," he intones. "Me too." I reply. He mms to me and it is none other than Bob Nutwell.

I had not seen him in years. Bob and his wife.

Lynn, were returning from a family vacation in Sedona. AZ. Now. what are the odds of something happening like that? Classmates on the same airplane seated next to each other! Well needless to say we got caught up on lots of stuff. Bob is in OSD as the Deputy ASD for C31SR and Space Systems. His office number 703-697-6673. He w ould like to get back on the mailing list for Class luncheons so whoever does that (you?) please give them the word. Well, that's my story and I am sticking to it.

News from the Northwest. Cathy and her husband. Ken (both USMA '96). have been assigned to Ft. Lew is. WA. near Olympia. WA. They bodi happened to be in a real estate office in Lacey.

WA. on 28 Febraary 2001 closing a deal on their new house w hen all hell broke lose. Whole 'lot of shaken 'goin on! About 30 plus seconds worth.

They were at the epicenter of the recent 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Washington. Second time Cathy has been in a good shaker.. .told her to stay clear of me. No one hurt and the house diey bought was inspected and is OK. No damage eidier to Charles Taylor '92 and Soundra's place in Silverdale. WA. Charles and Soundra are expecting number two grandchild to be "launched" in mid-September. Medical folks say it is a boy.. .and "boy" has everyone excited. The two of tiiem. her Shipmate. July-August 2001

'66; Dee and Bill Caiazza and Nancy and Frank Gibbons folks and of course Joan and myself... and greatgrandmother Taylor. Here is another "what are the odds." Got both kids in two different services one hour apart from each other in the same state and same time zone...at least for the next 14 months or so. We'll take it. Joan and I are going up there, find some place in the middle, and let them come to us! All well with the two of us here, my best to you and Pat. Cheers to all!

"Thanks, Rufe. Great update. Eighteen Classmates were on hand at the 9 May luncheon to hear Tom Kimmel speak. Tom was especially good according to Chuck Grutzius. A reminder to all that our last luncheon for 2001 is Wednesday, 8 August.

The scheduled speaker is Classmate RADM Rod Rempt. Rod is ACNO for missile defense. It should be an interesting presentation. Hope you can make it.

Bill Caiazza provided the picture above, which goes with a Rufe Taylor "What's the probability that..." scenario. Dee and Bill were in Cortoina, Italy, in May. Bill was about to take a picmre of Dee when a guy came up from behind and asked him to take a picture of him and his wife. Bill says it took a minute, but they recognized each other. It was Nancy and Frank Gibbons. Bill and Frank were both in 34th Company. Frank and Nancy live in San Francisco. Thanks, Bill.

Terry Reeder (tieeder@pci-dahl.com) checked in by email to say that he finally got shocked out of hiding. Terry retired from government service at NAVSEA Dahlgren and now works part time consulting for a company in Dahlgren. Lucy and Terry live at 904 Hanover Stieet, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. As he says, "It's across the street and down the block from Ted Rice." Thanks Terry. I hope you can make it to the 35th.

That about does it for this article, except to remind you that the information on the reunion should follow this page as it did in the March issue. I also hope you all have had a chance to view the proposed agenda for the Class meeting on Friday, 12 October. Hope you're all getting excited. Until September, all the best. —Mike

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was doing one of the things he loved: he was playing golf with his friends and was on the 18th hole at the Ft. Meade, MD, course. Through the sadness, I can sense knowing smiles on the faces of some of the golfers who are reading this. And we all should smile a little bit. He went away playing a game that was a joy to him, and he left behind a legacy of both love and friendship for his wife, Diane, and his children. Will and Beth. Gifts in his memory can be made to the American Heart Association, 122 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10168.

Moving on, I talked to Rudy DeAtley this week.

He's living in Sykesville, MD, and has retired from Baltimore Gas & Electric. He said he's teaching high school mathematics. He also said his daughter just received her juris doctor degree and has accepted a clerkship in St. Mary's County, MD. I don't think I'd talked to him since graduation. Congratulations are certainly in order!

Here's a tale of athletic prowess by way of Dick Couch: I had a visit from Dave Garner a few weeks ago as he was in town for the U.S. Masters National Alpine Skiing Championships. A few weeks earlier he placed 3rd in the downhill at Park City on the same course where they will ran the Olympic downhill next year. Old guys like Brother Dave clock speeds of 70-75 mph, which for us recreational skiers is cooking. Here in Sun Valley, Dave placed 4th in the Super-G (photo is Garner/209 between the gates) and out of the medals in the Giant Slalom. He had a medal going in the Slalom until he crashed a few gates from the finish.

It was spectacular I believe that Dave is the last of our Class competing at a national level. For those Classmates and friends in the Reno-Tahoe area, Dave is the owner-operator of Reno Mountain Sports, the go to place for your winter and summer sporting needs. Me, I hang out in Ketchum/Sun Valley where the skiing, fly-fishing, and hiking are all world class. Will guide on my mountain, winter and summer, for beer.

Annual Membership: 39% Life Membership: 41 %

Pres: CDR David E. Church, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: LCOL Jim McNeece, USMC (Ret.) 1603 John Worthington Way, Crownsville, MD 21032 h: 703-425-1380; f: 703-425-5073 (call before faxing); e: scribe67@aol.com 1 begin with sad news. Bill Bartz passed away on 28 May 2001 from a heart attack. Funeral Mass was celebrated on 1 June at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Annapolis. At the time of his death. Bill Shipmate, July-August 2001

Garner between the gates Well, after seeing the picture of Dave flying down the mountain, I was aheady feeling pretty inadequate.

Then Marty Cover piled on with this little tidbit!

Just to prove that middle age men have no sense, in May old roomie Jack Airlie and I ran from the south rim to the north rim of the Grand Canyon, covering 20 miles and 11,000 feet of elevation gain and loss in about 10 hours. To prove I have a real screw loose, I ran back the next day (Jack took the bus). Beat Armyl

I wrote him back to the effect that it really proved nothing except that Jack (maybe) has a shred of sanity left. There's probably no hope for Marty!

What is it with you people west of the Continental Divide, anyway?

I heard from Denise and Doug Ogden. Denise wrote that she and Doug will be in attendance at the 1-Day picnic on 30 June. She said they're driving up and will be staying with Nancy and Mike Singleton in their motor home. She also said Doug will be "bringing his stick as he just got his 4th hole in one." If I were a golfer, I'd be real careful about the size of bets I made with this guy I But.. .1 heard from others on this subject as well. First Sergei Kowalchik (with the bonus of additional news!): .. .It is looking like Marshall and I will be able to make the 1-Day picnic. I heard from Don Priest saying that he and Rosemary will be there. He is also trying to promote a mini 19th Company gettogether with Tony Walker, Bob Hawthorne, J.C. Bates, G.K. Jacobs, plus others. Should be fun.

USNAAA news from down in South Florida is that there is an "all Academy" luncheon scheduled on 13 June at the Coral Reef Yacht Club. The speaker is our Classmate Peter Pace, USCinCSouth. I'll try and remember to take a camera so we might get a Shipmate (or Web site) picture of the Miami '67 delegation—Peter, Paul Sugrue (dean of the business school at the University of Miami) and yours truly (somebody has to represent the lesser). The key words there are "remember to"... and you know the old story about memory. Maybe I'll ask Marshall to do it, then it will happen.

Not everyone can make it, however. This from Tom Knudson: My loss, but it doesn't look like I'll be able to make it. I don't think I' ve been in the Superintent's house since Draper Kaufman had me over to a.) congratulate me for winning the nationals in crew and b.) roast me for getting Class A'd twice in the summer of '65. Have one for me and Candy, and I will plan on being there next year for the 35th.

Just in case you get to read this before the event and still need some information: The picnic is scheduled to start at noon at on 30 June at Buchanan House (Superintent's house). There will be a tariff, but it hasn't been set yet. We'll do about the same as last year—Diane and John Ryan will provide the meat, fire, tents, etc., and everyone else will bring a dish to share. Dress is casual: shorts/slacks and sports shirt. The only other event 1 know of is a short ceremony at Alumni House to put John Hobbs' ring into the permanent collection in the Tap Room. According to Dave Church, the plan is to gather at Ogle Hall (Alumni House) about 11:15 a.m. for an 11:30 a.m. ceremony that should last 10-15 minutes or so. Then we'll form up and march off smartly to Buchanan House. I told Denise that the evolution should be worth the trip in itself in entertainment value alone!

Jack Brereton sent a clipping from the local Norwich, NY, paper reporting on his being named the 2001 recipient of the Distinguished Physician Award at a dinner at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich. In attendance were Jack's mother Betty Jane, wife Joanne, son Justin, and daughters, Mary and Anne. Jack said, "One of the highlights of the evening (for me) was Joanne getting up and reading from Reef Points, 1963-1964 (pp. 30 and 28)."

Congratulations, Jack. You make us proud. But now the problem. In the spring of 1966, I loaned my Reef Points to a member of the Class of 1969 and never got it back. I'd have him around today if I could remember whom I loaned it to. All that aside, how about sending me the parts Joanne read? I'll bet it was good!

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Sergei mentioned Paul Sugrue a few lines back.

This must be Paul's month in the spotlight! I received a yet another clipping, this one from the Miami, FL, Herald and mailed to me by Tom Verrengia '69. The article featured Paul as the dean of the University of Miami School of Business. The Herald said he first joined the faculty there in 1977 after commanding a Riverine squadron in Vietnam and receiving degrees from the Universities of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. By 1992, Paul was the school's dean, and since then has done a fantastic job of increasing their average GMAT enttance scores and boosting their endowments. In short, it was a glowing article. Congratulations, Paul...and thanks, Tom, for sending this our way. (You don't have my Reef Points, do you?)

Bill Cray recentiy surfaced. He's been an intellecmal property attomey for over 25 years with various companies, but he's now back in private practice as a parmer in a Laguna Beach firm. Levin & Hawes.

If you need high tech oriented intellectual property counseling, call him up. Anyway, he said: I'm empty-nesting it in Huntington Beach, CA, with my lovely and persevering wife of these last 30 years, having put four daughters through college with no student loans to pay-off. We didn't eam enough money to do that, but we eamed too much for Uncle to think we or they needed any loans. I'm a grandfather three times over. If any of you are in the Huntington Beach neighborhood, or just want to get away from the snow and cold some time, or just want to get away period, and would like a place to stay that's within walking distance of the ocean, please stop by. We are in the phone book and can usually accommodate ovemight visitors on short notice. For your info, the number is 714-536-5043.

I am also the secretary for the L. A. Chapter of the USNAAA, and encourage any of you who are in the Southem Califomia area and not members of the local Chapter to join. We are very active and have a fun social event about once per month as well as monthly luncheons in Tustin in Orange County and Pasadena in L. A. County.

I received a picmre from Ron Cometta showing him with two beautiful young ladies...his daughters! Holland Ann Cometta and Mary Dale Cometta graduated on 19 May 2001 from Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA. Holland has been accepted at the Veterinary School at Louisiana State University; Mary is continuing at Louisiana Tech for a Master's in Dietary Science. Holland graduated Magna Cum Laude and Mary, Cum Laude. Geez, Hawk! Sounds like they got some good advise someplace about not following in Dad's academic footsteps! Congratulations to both.

Here's another chance for me to plug digital photo specs. Unfortunately, I couldn't use Ron's photo here because it wasn't high enough resolution for Shipmate to reproduce. When you're taking digital photos, set your camera to at least a notch above whatever its lowest resolution setting is. The highest resolution available is probably overkill. That's vague, but the nomenclature varies from camera to camera. I won't do the numbers, because it gets confusing (to me, not necessarily you!), but if you do set it that way I can probably resize it for printing in the column. But.. .I'll take any photo that you have, because as in this case, Dick Meade can use it quite nicely on the Web page. If you go to www.usna67.com, you can see Ron and his daughters! Congrats, again.

This from Ken Findley (kenneth.findleyÂŽ pmcd.apgea.army.mil): Since 1987. I have been working for the Program Manager for Chemical Demilitarization (Destruction) at Aberdeen Proving Ground. I am the Site Project Manager for the Chemical 140

Demilitarization Training Facility. I am responsible for ensuring that our plant workforce safely destroys 40.000 tons of unitary chemical weapons (GB, VX, and HD) in an environmentally sound manner In addition to using reverse assembly, thermal incineration at stockpile locations in Utah, Alabama, Arkansas, Oregon, and Johnston Island, we are using non-incineration techniques in Maryland, Indiana, Kentucky, and Colorado. I have 11 years of industrial experience with GE and Coming so there is a natural "fit" for my current job. My youngest son, Randy, a EE senior at the University of Maryland, set up a Web pageâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; www.finpics.freeservers.com. Check out the boat.

Life is great!

I did check out the boat! Nice! Sounds like you work in a fairly interesting environment, too! I'd love to hear more sometime. Ken also said he'd been appointed the 33rd Company Mets 35 Reunion Organizer He's looking for contact information on the Mets. Get in touch with him, please, his phone and fax numbers are: 410-437-8654, w: 410-4361439, and f: 410-436-8595.

I received a good note from Jack Jakucyk: After admonishing me a few months ago for my regular but infrequent "quadrennial updates" to Shipmate, here is yet more news from a previously intermittent source. I saw Sue and Rick Lambert the other day. They were in North Carolina to attend their daughter. Stephanie's, graduation from Elon College and were kind enough to travel down here to Whispering Pines to have lunch and tell some sea stories with Mary and me. Rick has left Minnesota and joined a company in Califomia (a real tough choice, I'm sure) but the current plan is for Sue to stay in the Twin Cities so their youngest daughter, Lauren, can finish high school next year. Although I'm sure this scenario is subject to change without notice. Rick says he intends to do some serious work on his golf game, regardless.

Meanwhile, my golf game is horrendous. I am stuck with a handicap index of 20. Last week I had a 100 on Monday and then shot an 80 (yes, 80) on Wednesday. And I wasn't even keeping score. Go figure.

See! Nagging does get results.. .sometimes! Now the rest of you intermittent sources take Jack as your shining example and get with it...just don't meet him on the golf course!

And from Terry Brown: The 2nd Annual 16th Company (West Coast Chapter) MIDN 5di Class Craise and YP Drill was conducted last September. From left to right; Bruce Wright, Terry Brown, John Guilbert, and Harry Kluckhohn. We again craised the Sacramento Delta in Brace's 40 foot Bayliner, WRIGHT STUFF. The picture was taken at "Lost Isle" an island in the Delta where strange things happen.

We're currently planning the 3rd ttip for mid to late summer.

5th Class Cruise 2001

I remember the picmre from the first one of tiiese.

You guys are having a good time. This sorta tempers my earlier remarks about the sanity of some folks in the westem reaches of our great land. Keep up the good work! You're restoring my faith. But, as the shrink says to Tony on the Sopranos at the end of his therapy sessions: "We have to stop now."

Have a good summer. That's it...Goodnight!...Jim P.S. Don't forget tiiat as of 15 July any U.S. Mail that comes my way should be addressed to me at 1603 John Worthington Way, Crownsville, MD 21032. My email address will remain the same although I may be off-line for a few days in early July. See you on the other side!

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Annual Membership: 39% Life Membership: 36%

Pres: Joseph V. Conway Exec Sec'y: Leo Kuehn 531 Wilson Road, Annapolis, MD 21401-1061 e: lkuehn@arinc.com Corr Sec'y: Gordon I. Peterson 7994 Hidden Bridge Drive, Springfield, VA 22153 p: 703-913-5404; f: 703-243-8251 e: gpeterson@navyleague.org Class Web site: www.usna68.com As the result of a trip that Jeff Dumas scheduled for the West Coast with the hope of visiting his old PG School roomie Mike Kalashian, I received some very uplifting news from Dave "Sledge" Hammer (mike_kalashian@hpl.com) on Mike's wonderful progress in recovering from the cancer that dealt such a heavy blow last year. Sledge reported in June that Mike is back at work fuU time and doing well enough to have recently announced that he will marry Nancy Wood in August. After three operations and months of chemotherapy.

Sledge said that Mike confirmed that Nancy ".. .had chosen to live the rest of her life with him." The wedding party should be quite a blast. Thanks to all who played such an important role in rallying Mike's morale when he needed it the most.

Another piece of great news crossed my computer screen in May: Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld announced that President Bush nominated Chip Gregson for appointment to the grade of lieutenant general in the Marine Corps and assignment as tiie commanding general of the Third Marine Expeditionary Force, Okinawa, Japan. As you know from your last Class column, Chip was serving as the commanding general of the 3rd Marine Division at the time of his promotion. Congratulations, Chip! More stars are showered on the Class of 1968.

The addition of another three-star general was tempered with Jack Klimp's retirement ceremony in the Academy's Memorial Hall in April. The ceremony provided the occasion for the Class to make its latest Class leadership-award presentations to Jack and Jim Webb.

Russ Hermanson. Jim Webb, and Commandant of Midshipmen RADM Sam Locklear III '77 following the presentation of die Class Leadership Award to Jim in April Shipmate. July-August 2001

Russ Hermanson presented Jim with his award before Jack's retirement ceremony. In presenting the award, Russ praised Jim's extraordinary career achievements while serving as a highly decorated Marine Corps junior officer during the Vietnam War, lawyer, counsel to the House Veterans Affairs Committee, assistant secretary of defense, secretary of the Navy, Emmy Award- winning journalist, author of best-selling novels, screen writer, and a tireless advocate for U.S. and Vietnamese veterans of the war in Southeast Asia. It's a shame Jim is such an underachiever! Congratulations!

During Jack's retirement ceremony, Russ honored him for demonstiating sustained outstanding leadership and extraordinary achievement throughout his 33-year Marine Corps career as a companygrade officer during the Vietnam War; as a field-grade officer during the Persian Gulf War and UN operations in Somalia, as a genersti officer in charge of Marine Corps recruiting, and culminating in service as deputy commandant of the Marine Corps for manpower and Reserve affairs.

VADM John Ryan '67. superintendent, with Jim Webb and Jack Klimp following Jack's retirement ceremony at the Academy in April. Jack could not break his habit of giving Tecumseh a left-handed salute and throwing a penny his way while this photograph was taken Commandant Gen James L. Jones awarded Jack the Navy Distinguished Service Medal for his extraordinary achievement while serving as deputy commandant.

Jack's remarks at the conclusion of his retirement ceremony were truly inspirational. At a time during the late 1970s when the challenges of serving in the military were at their greatest in many ways.

Jack contemplated retirement. His father listened to his lengthy explanation, and then responded with a simple question: "Are you going to be part of the problem...or the solution?" Jack's role in mming around Marine Corps recmiting serves as a fitting tribute to the wisdom of his dad and that challenge more than 20 years ago.

Jack and Cathy will continue to reside in Northem Virginia as he completes his career transition this summer Way to go. Jack and Cathy!

Jack and Cathy following a retirement reception at the Naval Academy's Officers Club in April

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We had a great tumout of Classmates for the ceremony to wish Jack and Cathy eveiy success as they chart new horizons. 1 was very pleasantly surprised to see Fred Sallee (fredsallee@hotmail.com) in attendance with his son, Robert, a private in the Marine Corps. Fred joined Gary Roberts and Greg Wood as the other Classmates from Jack's 15th Company at the ceremony. I had not seen Fred since we both served in HC-4 together during the early 1970s. Following retirement from the Navy, Fred completed his doctorate-degree studies at Texas Tech. He and Anna live in the Houston area. Fred serves as registrar for San Jacinto College Central in Pasadena, TX, and Anna teaches nursing at San Jacinto College South. Their daughter, Jenny, and sons Cody, Clay, and John all live close by.

It was great to see you, Fred. 1 don't know how I would have moved all that cut-rate furniture from Camden, NJ, back to Toms River without that marvelous old station wagon you were driving back in those days at Lakehurst.

Most of us were pretty ingenious when it came to packing our cruise box in an MGB, Austin Healey Mk 3000, or Corvette. The hide-a-bed presented a problem.

Jim Cullen reported a good tumout at the Class lunch in Crystal City in June. Making an appearance were Rick Bayer, George Breeden, Charly Dittmar, Steve Erb, Russ Hermanson, Greg Home, Bob Lewis, John Mayer, Mike Neale, Jim Rather, Joe Sikes, and Ed Sullivan. Russ discussed the progress on planning for our 35th reunion. He also explained how season ticket holders can be moved closer together at games and asked that any season ticket holders interested in doing so please contact him at: EdandDonna@home.com.

Not long after hearing from Jim, George sent me a note to say that he and Barbara attended a surprise 30th anniversary party for Jan and Marv Floom at their son's home in Arlington. George reports that both are doing well, with another son, Chris, serving as a Marine pilot out at Miramar 1 had the good fortune to share more than one pint of England's best bitter with the Breedens and Mike Ruth during our time on the NavEur staff in London during the 1980s. If you have time for a good Cold War counter-terrorist war story, ask Mike about his role in plotting the intercept of the Egypt Airliner carrying the Achilla Lauro terrorists—right there in the NAVEUR command center!

George said that Barb has found a way to get to England every three years by serving on the Girl Scout Intemational committee that oversees the Girl Scout and Girl Guide world center in that countiy. She continues to work at the Academy's Nimitz Library and enjoys her association with today's Midshipmen.

George continues to work for a small defense finii doing work in the planning and estimating arena for the Department of Defense. He says he frequently sees Paul Farmer, an aviation analyst for PA&E. George still manages to accrue sea time— cruising the Chesapeake Bay in good weather.

Thanks for your note, George, and the best to you and Barb!

I was pleasantly surprised to receive additional letters via snail mail with photographs, but I will save them for the next column so that 1 don't exhaust the ready ammo locker of news and information. Many thanks to Bill Woodman and Jon Mills.

We'll catch you next time.

All the best, Gordo

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Pres: CAPT Edwin "Steve" Potts, USNR Vice Pres: F.H. "Mike" Michaelis Sec'y: A.L. "Al" Cipriani Treas: Steve Ward h: 703-864-1775;w: 703-620-2279 Corr Sec'y: Dn Steve Hudock 6006 Woodlake Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310 e: hudocksa@ingalls.com Well, we finally have some neat news from you guys to pass on. It was a pretty dry winter for Class stuff, which accounts for the previous empty column. Glad to have something to report—thank you contributors!

Tom Schram wrote in to tell us of the 23rd Company mini-reunion at Army-Navy last December.

Kathy and Wayne Moore put it all together and 15 guys made it back for the game, most with families in tow. That was a good tumout given that only 25 of the original graduates are left. People came in from all over the country. Hal Williams and Mike Salewske came from California, Bonnie and Doug Ayers from Minneapolis, Mary and Guy Higgins from St, Louis, Linda and Bill Newton and Betsy and Tom Schram from Ohio, Kevin Connors and Liz and Ed O'Neil from Connecticut, Linda and John Carrier from Mississippi. The rest of the beltway bandit/local crowd were Carole and Dave Ehemann, Jan and Paul Alfieri, Kathy and Bill Stieglitz, Julie and Frank Barrett, Kathy and Wayne Moore, Joan and Steve Tinsley. It's always hard to get everyone together in one spot.

We all stayed at the Tremont and walked to the game on Saturday. Most of the guys had their families with them, but a few of the wives opted out since it was forecasted to be so cold. We had a reception on Friday night and then a group dinner on Saturday night. The kids had a good time with

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each other on Saturday night, but their respective fathers' antics and sea stories started to get a little out of hand. When they get together, there's always some time spent musing about how we ever survived the Black N most of us earned in the first week back during First Class Year, courtesy of Jo-Jo. Great to see old seadogs meet again.

Sandy and Ed Langston were going to be there but had some family needs come up. They were there in spirit and Ed's tickets were put to good use. A pretty good turn out.

The photo shows a bunch of old guys, but missed two, Ed Langston and Doug Ayers, whose plane got delayed. He and Bonnie arrived too late for the group photo but participated in Saturday's fun. Boy was it good to see Army lose.

Joe Chopek awoke from his slumber to comment on the 500 articles about Dave the IronMan (you can find Dave's article in Business Week by going to www.siteRock.com and see the tab to click on) sending us this note: Dear Big Dave (CD. Lilly, CPO, 5th Company, USNA): I am willing to sell the videos of you in the pith helmet with J&B bottle to the highest competitor (Title; the "Secret Invasion of Canada in 1968").

I am also willing to sell the "inside story" on the real Big Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it is time you admitted to showering with Larry Cohen. (On the West Coast this is good stuff) They forgot to mention that you kicked butt as a 150-pound football player...ierioui/y...congratulations. You deserve it. This surpasses my cover story in Prison Monthly in 1987. CAPT Riera wants mention in the next re-write, and Dave Vetter wants to become your Controller. Oh yes. Dean insists on interviewing and possibly marrying, all of your female staff under 35 years of age. He is willing to become Mormon in order to facilitate this opportunity. It is also of note that the smart guy, Ralph, is the only Classmate that reads Business Week...nothing has changed. Love to you and to your goddesses.

Tom Burbage, a grandfather! Tom's catching up on life while serving as the executive vice president and general manager of the Lockheed Martin JSF program. But, more importantly, he became a first time grandfather on 27 March 2001. Here is a picture of the proud grandfather!

Dennis writes: I wanted to share with you my just-completed Web site (www.cyclecanada.com) which chronicles last years journey to honor our Classmate David Grove. Thank you again for all your help in making it possible.

Retirement is suiting me just fine. I'm busy enough with my volunteer activities with Mothers Against Drink Driving (MADD) and as a tutor. Later this year I expect to become active as a Red Cross volunteer. I'm planning to ride across Canada this summer and am now in serious training for that. Lots of rides up and down the coast to San Clemente. This ride will be 74 days and 4,700 miles. This time it's not a fundraiser, just 18 folks, mostiy Canadians, ready for an adventure. Keep in touch.

Well, even Nelson Blish took pity on me and sent in a copy of his recently published poem, "Taking the Fifth." He writes: I did not want your mailbag to be empty. You mentioned in the last column that you were down to the bottom of the mailbag. But, publication of a poem is not earth shaking news, but a good boost to my ego. (A poetry publication and $3.50 will buy a cup of coffee at Starbucks.) Now all I have to do is find a publisher or agent for my novel, which is actually more difficult than writing 72,000 words. The poem was published in a literary magazine. Desperate Act. What becomes of socks When I was married, I thought My wife would take two and make one Vanish to make me know who Held the upper hand, or thigh.

But now I know, since 1 am Solo, that socks still disappear Into air, whether thick or thinning Like my hair. Something there is That doesn't love a sock to pair.

Another possibility Is that Socks is another name For Schrodinger's cat, and if Observed too analytically.

They slide into the fifth dimension.

I got a great note from another surfacing Classmate, Greg Brubeck: Greetings from Corpus Christi, TX. Just got home from work and found the current issue of Shipmate. I have not written much over the last 32 years but since the '69 column did not contain much news (as in zero) I thought I would drop you a quick note. Bill Coxe and I live in Corpus Christi. We both have sons currently at USNA. Bill's son, Andrew Coxe '04, just finished his Plebe Year with flying colors. Not sure what Company he will be in next year. My wife and I are the proud parents of Neil Brubeck '02, who will be the 29th Company Commander for the fall set. Tell everyone to look for him next year at the football games. Being in the next to last Company, everyone should have plenty of time to tailgate at the '69 tent and get inside the stadium for the end of the March-on. Neil started out in the 9th Company which our Class sponsors and he was well taken care of his fu-st two years at the tent. Two of my 5th Companymates also had their sons attend USNA and they also were in, and even graduated from the 9th Company (Joe Chopek and Tony Graham). Beba and I will make some of the games this year and look forward to seeing some "old" faces there. Mine is getting pretty old looking but my wife still looks like she is 25 (we have been married longer than that). First trip is planned for the Georgia Tech game which is First Class Parent's Weekend and President's Circle Weekend also for those of us that have been willing to part with some of our money (this is a gende hint for some of our Classmates who have made their fortunes and don't know what to do with it all).

I retired in 1989 here as a civil engineer corps 05 and went to work for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority as the deputy director of engineering. I am enjoying my second career and will probably work for another five years and call it quits and leave South Texas for maybe Annapolis or out West. Hope more of our Classmates do this so we can reconnect after these 32 years!

Now you know, I'll print just about anything to fill this column. Glad to have some participation out there. Keep the cards, emails, and letters coming. Enjoy the summer.

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Board of Trustees Meeting: Tim Halliday, Dick Bulger, and Nelson Blish

Tom Burbage with his first grandson 1 need to point out an error which I made in the March 2001 Shipmate Class of '69 section. It is causing some confusion and concem. The article says, "Dennis Bussey continues his fight. His daughter Kim tells u s . . . " It should have said "David Grove continues his fight..." Kim is David's daughter As we all know, David is struggling with ALS. 1 apologize for the error Dennis visited David at his extended care facility in Greensboro, NC, in April. He was cheerful, alert, and very happy to have company and news from his Classmates. The federal govemment has a wonderful program which David fully utilizes involving books on tape. They provide the equipment and tens of thousands of choices of books, etc. at no charge for the blind and others who do not have the ability to read a book.

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Dan Bennet and his grandchildren: Courtney, Bennet, and Catherine L to r: Richard Bulger, Nelson Blish, John Ohlinger, Robert Amundson, and Tim Halliday

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Pres: Fred Hall Secy: CDR Royal Connell, USN (Ret.) 1978 Valley Rd., Annapohs, MD 21401 e: njrotc@arctic.nadn.navy.mil Greetings all, hopefully this will reach you in a timely fashion, I apologize for the mix up in the last two months, but organic stuff happens. Anyway, there have been some recent meetings on the Class reorganization we talked about at the reunion meeting. I'll report on them next time.

Rick Heaton passes the sad news of the loss of a "Sweetheart of ' 7 0 , " Judy Gonzalez, Gil Gonzalez's (GGAINC@aol.com) OAO for 26 years. Judy was stricken with a brain aneurysm and passed away. A memorial service was held in Richmond. Judy was extiemely active in church and community, and even in her death shared life with others through her organ donation. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. 1 know Gil would appreciate hearing from Classmates during this time of mourning. 300 Grande Ct., Richmond, VA 23229; 804-741-9910.

Neil Finn is starting to read the papers out in San Diego a lot more. He sent an opituon piece from the San Diego Union a few weeks ago by George Galdorisi. George is now a senior adviser for naval sttategy and operations in Anteon Corporation's Center for Security Stiategies and Operations. His comments were circulated via the Class email net and posted on the Web site, so 1 won't repeat them here (besides, they're copyrighted) but he was very critical of the thinkers who expect that rising defense budgets promised by the new administtation will solve our defense hemorrhage. The levels of our fleet have already dropped dangerously below that required to maintain our freedom of the seas in the world-wide simation. I agree, but it will take more than one term for a pro-defense President to fix. Remember that when we next face the backlash to the last election.

Skid Heyworth and Beetle Bailey both caught the following press release: Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld has picked VADM Edmund Giambastiani as his top military aide, according to sources. As current deputy chief of naval operations for resources, requirements and assessments, Giambastiani has been intimately involved with Navy requirements and acquisition strategies over the past year and has played a key role in that service's organizational transformation. Rumsfeld selected Giambastiani last Friday and is now preparing to formally nominate him. All appointments of three-star rank or higher must be confirmed by the Senate. Giambastiani will replace RADM J.J. Quinn. There has been no formal announcement of Giambastiani's replacement as N8, though the short list of candidates likely includes VADM John Grossenbacher, current Commander Submarine Force Atiantic Fleet; VADM Michael Mullen, Commander 2nd Fleet; and RADM Rodney Rempt, director of surface warfare and assistant chief of naval operations for missile defense. The new job likely positions Giambastiani for four stars. Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen James Jones also had the job as a three-star aide to then-Defense Secretary William Cohen before getting tapped for his fourth star and the commandant post. Last spring, Giambastiani was tapped to replace VADM Conrad Lautenbacher in the Navy's top uniformed acquisition slot, also known as N8. Previously, Shipmate, July-August 2001

'70; The reunion Giambastiani had served as commander. Submarine Force Atlantic Fleet. During his tenure as N8, Giambastiani has been a vocal proponent of increased defense budgets. This winter he said the Navy and Marine Corps together will need between $28 billion and $34 billion annually in procurement to maintain the 1997 Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR) force level. He has called on increases in the funding for modemization and sustainment of tactical aircraft, shipbuilding and electronics systems. In recent years, the Navy budget has averaged between $21 billion and $22 billion for procurement. The FY '01 budget for procurement is slightly higher, $26 billion, because it includes the purchase of an aircraft carrier. N8 has been partnered with the office of the deputy chief of naval operations for warfare requirements and programsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;N7â&#x20AC;&#x201D;under VADM Dennis McGinn, former 3rd Fleet commander. These two offices have been structured to generate "creative tension" between requirements and resources, according to a Navy-wide organizational "alignment" plan put in place last year by Chief of Naval Operations ADM Vera Clark. The alignment effort is aimed at re-emphasizing the needs of the fleet and the staff requirements to support operational forces. In July, then-Vice Chief of Naval Operations ADM Donald Pilling took control of the alignment effort. Pilling supported the new office structure as one that would provide stronger advocacy in the resourcing (budgeting) process for Navy programs.

Carl Smith sent in a news clipping from the Orlando Sentinel about another 24th Company drill team member. Apparently, the National (jenter for Simulation, central Florida's lead simulation business trade group has selected Russel E. Hauck as the group's next executive director Russ is the mayor of Altamonte Springs and chairman of Lynx, a local transportation agency. He became chief of

the National Center for Simulation effective 1 June.

Russ joined the board of the mostly volunteer organization late last year and was chairman of the group's communications committee. Hauck said he expects to broaden the group's mission and membership. "To become more nationally recognized, we expect to reach out to other simulation centers in the U.S. and establish more widespread networking," he said. "One of our biggest challenges as we go forward is how to be both a national center while at the same time still helping to grow the Central Florida industry."

Greg Serwich forwarded some good news from the Chicago Chapter about Dale Stahl. He has been named chief executive officer of Inland Paperboard and Packaging, Inc. Dale joined Inland in 2000 and has served as president and chief operating officer of Inland and as a group vice president of TempleInland Inc. since that time. Dale has a master of science from Georgia Institute of Technology and a M.B.A. from the Pennsylvania State University.

He brings more than twenty years of experience in the paper industry including having served as president and chief operating officer of Gaylord Container Corporation for twelve years. He is active in many industry associations and is a director of Amcol International.

Diego Porras is still trying to get some pictures through to me, I'll try to get them into Shipmate, but you all really need to review the size and resolution requirements for emailed photos. Anyway, he sent a couple of pictures taken onboard TicoNDEROGA whilc in Panama for a visit and transit through the canal. It looks like the Naval Academy is taking over the canal, for there are two more graduates working at the Canal, a CAPT Tam as a pilot and CAPT Robinson as towboat master. Diego is the senior port captain for the Canal Authority.

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L to r; CAPT Miguel Rodriguez '82, Panama Canal Authority Board of Local Inspectors; CDR Glen Sears "82, Commanding Officer TICONDEROGA (CG-47): CAPT Fernando Fabrega '80, Panama Canal Pilot; and CAPT Diego Porras "70, Senior Port Captain Panama Canal Authority. The Bridge of the Americas is in the background In case his pictures don't make it, here's a few from the reunion (see pre\ious page). A prize goes to the first person who writes me witii complete identification of each of tiie subjects. (Bonus points for finding the PhiUppine National Security Advisor) Bits and Pieces: I notice that Doug LaMartin is now writing the tennis article for the Annapolis Capital newspaper.

For the most part, you are all communicating by sending me news clips and press releases, which is good, but it would be really good if you would just send me an update on your hfe, no matter how mundane you think it to be.

Ring-A-Ding-Ding!

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Pres: CAPT Perry Martini, U S N (Ret.) Sec'y: CDR Brian Horais, USNR (Ret.) 11234 Cranbrook Lane, Oakton, VA 22124 e: bhorais@schafercorp-ballston.com http://www.usna.com/classes/1971 /usna 1971 .htm The Class Officers Election Ballot was mailed out in June, with inputs due by 15 August. Candidate statements and a downloadable ballot form are available on the Class Web site to print out and mail in if you did not receive one. Vote Now if you haven't already done so.

Plans are gearing up for the 30th Reunion. Registtation packages were mailed out in M a y and the registration forms were posted on the USNA71 Web site in June. By the time you read this, you are rapidly approaching the 15 August deadline for registiation. If you haven't done so already, register now!

The 30th Reunion committee, headed by Tom Gross, has put together what promises to be a very memorable weekend of events and gatherings. Judging by the response to date, this could be our biggest reunion ever Saturday night of the Reunion is reserved for individual or Company functions. A number of Companies are planning events, including: 16th—Mike Bluestein (Bluestein@ Compuserve.com)—party is for the " 16th Company and Friends" on Saturday night. RSVP by phone (410-956-1570) or email for directions and head count! 8th and 9th—Brian Horais and Perry Martini are organizing a group gathering for Saturday night, 22 September, at Maria's restaurant downtown near the waterfront—call Brian Horais at 703516-6023 or Perry Martini at 410-293-1957. By the w a y . P e r r y s t a r t e d a n e w p o s i t i o n in A p r i l at the Naval Academy Foundation as associate

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director of Class Giving. Frank Culbertson, one of the four astronauts from the Class of 1971, is scheduled for a shuttle launch on mission STS-105 in late July or early August on the Space Shuttie Discovery for the 11th Intemational Space Station (ISS) mission. Frank will be commanding Expedition 3 to the ISS and will be on orbit during our 30th Reunion. Arrangements are being made to talk with Frank in person during our Reunion. John Hubbard is organizing a 15th Company tumout at the shuttle launch site in July-August. Frank will be carrying a USNA71 banner to the ISS provided

by Perry Martini.

Congramlations to Lisa and Kevin Dolan—their oldest son, Dan, was accepted at USNA and is starting on 29 June with the Class of 2005. Mario Summa wrote from Louisville, KY, with some reimion questions. His son, Dan Summa '01, just graduated from USNA with tiie Class of 2001 and will be going to Nuclear Power School. Mario's older son, Greg Summa '98 is a Ist/LT in Meridian and should be getting his wings in August (and if m e m o r y serves m e right, Greg towers over Mario). Dave Foyer (26th Company)—Class author—retired after 30 years active and Reserve Navy service on Samrday, 9 June at 3 p.m. The ceremony was held aboard WISCONSIN moored alongside Nauticus in downtown Norfolk.

In preparation for the 30th Reunion, G l e n n Montgomery sent out emails recently to his 20th Company shipmates and has been in contact with 12 of the original 36 that started Plebe Summer He is making great strides to contact more grads and non-grads as well in preparation for the 30th Reunion. Responses from some of the 20th Company members are provided below along with other inputs that have been arriving via email as Classmates reconnect. The stories are interesting, so I've made this column longer than normal to include the inputs in their entirety. In his note, Glenn expressed his etemal gratimde to Jim Storey for introducing him to Buffalo Springfield; Crosby, Stills & Nash; C, S, N & Young; and all the permutations that followed 30-plus years ago. Glenn was driving home recently when his Buffalo Springfield "Retrospective" CD popped into the changer which inspired him to start the 20th Company Classmate search endeavor. He wishes we would have had CDs 30 years ago.. .the sound is so much better Just think— 30 years ago—the last song this group sang together: "Three cheers for those who have gone before u s . . . T h r e e c h e e r s for those w e leave behind.. .Let's hoist a beverage together in September "for those we left behind."

Here are the inputs from 20th Company and other Classmates: Lee Hingle (20th Company) wrote: After graduation 1 taught sailing on the yawls for two months and then headed for FORRESTAL (CVA-59) for seven months where I was stashed while waiting for a flight school class. Judy Worley and I were married enroute to Pensacola. After flight school, 1 flew SH-2F helicopters off frigates, destroyers, and craisers until 1986. During this time I spent 21 months at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. where I eamed a master's in telecommunications systems management. In 1986. we were transferred to Washington. D.C. to work at the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command where I converted to a materiel professional. I retired as a commander in 1993.

Judy and I have two daughters. Jessica (1979) and Joanna (1981). Jessica graduates from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in visual communications (imaging sciences). She will start work with Computer Sciences Corporation in June 2001. Joanna just completed her sophomore year

at Duke University where she is majoring in civil engineering. She is also starting her third year as a varsity rower and co-captain of the team. She is also a director in the campus chapter of the Society of Women Engineers. Judy is the director of professional development at the National Association for College Admissions Counseling. I work/manage a contract which provides program management and telecommunications engineering support to the Federal Aviation Administration and I support the telecommunications office in the areas of program and acquisition management.

Thanks for taking up this effort of gathering data.

Greg Dies (20th Company) wrote: After graduation. I went to CORRY (DD-8I7) as gunnery assistant, then to flight school. Didn't enjoy aviation as much as I'd thought I would and DOR'd. Wound up in BARRY (DD-933) as navigator. Ron Route. Bruce Weideman and J J Norconk '69 were also onboard. We were homeported in Athens. Greece, for three years. I then went to the staff. Allied Forces Southem Europe in Naples. I was an Intel analyst/briefmg officer for Admirals Stansfield Tumer and Harold Shear. From there I went to Destroyer School and then ARTHUR W. RADFORD (DD-933). I got to

RADFORD just after Bill Soule had departed—he was a chop onboard when he left the Navy. After RADFORD I went to DESRON 10 as ops officer. I transferred to the Reserves in September 1981 (and retired in 1993) and worked for a succession of defense conttactors in D.C. San Diego, and Dallas before winding up back in my hometown of Graham. TX. working for a company that has nothing to do with govemment contracting whatsoever. I'm the product manager for Southern Bleacher Company, which has seen phenomenal growth since I left Graham back in 1967. We have about 75-80% of the stadium/bleacher market in the U.S. We built Texas Motor Speedway (our largest at 154.000 seats). Homestead Raceway in Miami. Las Vegas Motor Speedway, etc. We're also renovating and expanding Ohio Stadium at OSU and built die new football stadium at SMU in Dallas. We're quite proud of our accomphshments here. Oh yeah. I'm back in aviation—I ran our aviation "dept" which consists of one Citation Ultra. Mary Jo and I were divorced in 1995, and she's teaching middle school in Poway. CA. Our two kids are doing well. Drew (27) is a graphics designer in Savannah. GA. and Libby (24) just finished at Colorado State and has been hired as a thoroughbred trainer for a stable in Connecticut.

Jim Bryant (20th Company) wrote: It is so good to hear your stories (Glenn) that I wanted to tell part of mine. I'm sorry I missed Jerry when he was in Maryland last Febraary. We did meet several years ago in Califomia. I tried to arrange a dinner for him w idi all the 20th Company guys in the D.C. area. Glenn Barrowman.

Lee Hingle. Bob Loyd. and myself but schedules didn't mesh and he had to stay close to the aircraft in Southem, MD. My first marriage failed in '95. but 1 met Monica in '97 and we have been together ever since. Life has never been so good.

My career in submarines ended with command of Gu ARDFisH (SSN-612) and Deputy Commander of SUBRON 11. My last duty was on die Navy Staff in the Pentagon as a political military officer ranning our Prevention of Incidents at Sea (INCSEA) Agreement with the Russians and foreign Navy Nuclear Propulsion Policy for Naval Reactors.

Dave. I was in a lot of meetings widi DoE/NRC and usually the only guy in uniform. Before 1 retired in '94 as a captain I assisted in the Middle East peace process, which was the most worthwhile thing I've ever done. If the Cold War hadn't ended and the sub force cut in half 1 would still be in uniform. 1 love the submarine service—still have top secret dreams. Steve. I envy you being able to serve so long and successfully. I founded Manassas Cab Company in '94 w ith five taxicabs and will have over 50 on the road by the end of this year. It's a long story that I will save for our Shipmate. July-August 2001

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30th. We serve Washington's Dulles Airport if you ever arrive there and if you do let me know so we can get together You need to call in advance for service (1-^888-368-2,123). In '97 a ftiend and fellow retired naval officer I worked with in the POLMIL business got me involved in DKL International. This startup company has patented new technology that detects the human electric field at long range and through barriers. DKL sells the DKL LifeGuard. a hand held human detector, and is ready to license SilentGuard. a human specific motion detector. I will be in Ankara. Turkey next week with a team to close a deal for a major purchase. In '98 I got involved with GoldTerra. a startup mining operation based in Price. UT. We have over 80 square miles under claim and three large mining permits. We have proved there are significant amounts of Gold and Platinum in surface ores and are raising money for a drilling program to prove the ore body before we can start mining. I will see you at our 30th.

Gerry Geil (20th Company) wrote: Great to hear from you (Glenn)! When I read your list of Classmates that did not graduate I was able to picture each face, but I cannot remember when they left USNA. Probably lost too many brain cells in Cubi Point while on active duty. After graduation I went to the Basic School and then became an A-6 bombardier/navigator. I enjoyed the Wing so much I stayed on active duty for 25 years and retired in 1996 as a LtCol. Highlights for me included an Olmsted Scholarship to Germany. Luftwaffe Command & Staff, three gun squadron tours, squadron Ops O embarked aboard RANGER, and racing Mustangs on the mnways of MCAS Tustin (you can get away with it if you are the XO). Trivia: 1 am the only Marine I know of who has twice as much time in Germany as Japan, and between second heutenant and twilight tour I did not have one single CONUS to CONUS PCS. All my moves were either going overseas or returning home. I married my wife, Maralee, in 1983 at El Toro and we have two boys, Brian and Greg. I now work at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works in Palmdale—just north of Los Angeles and just south of Edwards AFB. If anyone is in the area please call me. I am a safety engineer on the Joint Strike Fighter program. I am really enjoying learning the design and manufacmring side of the industry, but I sure do miss the Marine Corps and Naval Aviation. The job keeps me close to aviation at least. We were testing the Navy version of the plane at Pax River last Febraary and it felt like I was home again. My wife and I are going to Paris next week for a reunion with my Luftwaffe classmates. I tried to tell Maralee that we could go to the "Paris" just up the road in Las Vegas, but she would not buy it. If 1 have any money left when we get back 1 will see you all at the Reunion.

Ross Dessert (20th Company) wrote: Stayed on as a sailing instractor after graduation. Then I joined HIGBEE (DD-806) as DCA in Long Beach. First craise immediately went to the gun line off of NVN (saw some action and had a lot of fun in Subic). Decommissioned DEHAVEN (DD-727) in October "73. married Terry (from Newport, CA) a month later. We left for Japan in January '74 where I assumed DCA on WORDEN (DLG-18). Debbie and Bruce Linder (27th Company) were also in the wardroom—now lifelong friends. Two years (80% underway) at sea helped me make a career decision. Turned down Destroyer School and finagled orders back to the sailing center at USNA to relieve black-haired Tom O'Brien (10th Company). Resigned my commission in November '77 and joined Boeing in SeatUe on PHM program. Saw a bit of Ann and Pat Mullins while his ship was in overhaul in Seattie (Pat did a great job building my fence).

Have been managing Boeing programs (missiles and space) for the past 12 years since I left MIT grad school. Got to see a lot of our '71 astronauts while PM of space station modules in Huntsville.

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AL—a character building experience! Soon to be assigned as 737 AEW&C PM for unnamed customer—after I finish chasing a piece of new business for Boeing—(weekly commute to Los Angeles until this fall). Terry has stuck with me; I am amazed and thankful. We have four kids: Erin (24) out of school and working: Emily (2l)junior at University of Washington; Pat (19) sophomore at Gonzaga; and Matt (16) a sophomore in high school. We are currentiy living in Kirkland near Lake Washington (retumed from Huntsville. AL, almost four years ago) and are furiously trying to figure out how I can retire before I am 80 with all of my college bills. We love the Northwest and all the outdoors stuff but am ashamed that I have yet to make it over to Moses Lake to see Lew Mason. We've tried to connect, we will soon.

Have run across Rick Plank several times, he looks good and he and Patty are enjoying life.

Would love to see and entertain any and all.

Dave Cheney (20th Company) wrote: Great seeing Steve's response (last 1 saw Roxanne in Jupiter. FL. she was making LTCOL) and hearing from the Glennster (without the Queens accent!) this last weekend. Glenn and I are living some 30 miles apart now. with Juanita and I in Destin. FL. springbreak capital of the Florida panhandle! We've had continuous college girl's volleyball training in our backyard beach the last couple of months—cant say I've been bothered! In November, we finished a three story on the Gulf (for those who might have visited Destin. it's next to the CrabTrap Restaurant/Public Beach, so forget about privacy!). Got a spare floor for '71-20th Company Classmates visiting the area (sometimes 26th Company if Stephanie and Mike Stephens get around to visiting). I've ran into several '71 Classmates in the recent past: Jim Elfelt is at Pantex, Amarillo. TX (Nuc.Weps. disassembly/repair/inspect/etc.), Dave Odland is consulting at Los Alamos National Laboratory, John Brandes left ComSubPac as CSO last year and is now in WPB, FL, and Mark Cooksey is at PGE Nuclear/Portland.

Juanita is now teaching at UWF in Pensacola/ Ft. Walton Beach after we moved from Amelia Island. FL. last November. She was marketing director at Crowley American Transport (maritime shipping-RORO containers) until a few months ago. also teaching at UNF in Jacksonville. FL. Come 1 July "01. I'll be retiring from the Naval Reserve at the 30 years' point, with my last tour as OPNAV N77R/Dep.Dir.Sub.Warfare, Reserve Affairs. I left active duty in 1977 from CSS-14, Holy Loch, Scotland, and have pretty much been in Florida since. Spent 14 years with Florida Power & Light as licensing director/site engineering manager and getting a J.D./M.B.A., then decided to get some credit for the USNA time and became a Fed with the National Nuclear Security Administration (last nine years), completing the senior resident/MA National Security and Strategic Studies Naval War College 11-month course as a Fed civilian/USNR. Currently commuting from Florida to D.C./New Mexico/Texas/Nevada/etc. weekly. May take early Fed retirement next month or soon and consult—I'm weary of paying Delta's pilots the highest salaries in the airline industry!

Juanita and I attended the 20th reunion and are working schedules for the 30th.

Steve Cheney (20th Company) wrote: Glenn—if trae. indeed sobering that I'm the last from 20th Company on active duty. But it won't last much longer—retirement looms for both me and my spouse of 20 years. Roxanne. me on 1 August, and Roxanne on 1 January '02 (as a colonel). So a chapter closes and a new one opens. I'd like to say where I'll be in September—that's what I'd like to say. but I haven't firmed up employment. Right now my first choice is Wall Street, second a financial institution in Charlotte. NC. I'll know in a week or two. I'll make a reservation for the 30th Reunion, but just don't know where we' II be. You have my sincere thanks for organizing our

Company. Didn't see Greg Wrights name tiiere, but who knows with these email addresses. Last I know he was in Del Mar. CA. I have been back lo USNA twice in die last six mondis to teach ethics and leadership—I'm a lot more positive about die school than the press. Short bio: Did Marine stuff for the last 30 years, culminating as commanding general at Parris Island. Married twice (second time much better, and still going strong!); healthy save arthroscopic surgery in January: still swimming etc. Semper fidelis.

Paul Fisk (19th Company) wrote: I would like to renew contact with my former Classmates. I bilged after Youngster Year. The rest of the Company moved from 19th Company to 1st Company. After leaving, I retumed to the fleet enlisted status and left the Navy in 1976 as a POL First set of orders were to NEW JERSEY (BB-62).

Decommissioning followed in December 1969.

Next tour was E.G. SM.ALL ( D D - 8 3 8 ) . This was followed by MORTON ( D D - 9 4 8 ) . After a shore tour and short sea tour in GRIDLEY ( C G - 1 6 ) . I left die Navy in 1976 and joined the power industry widi Wisconsin Power and Light (now Alliant-Eneigy).

In 1978 I retumed to the Navy and retired from the reserve forces in 1994. I am curtently operations manager for our Rock River generating complex in Beloit, WI. Also active in local government as Mayor of small Wisconsin community. Would like to say hello to all and treasure the time we were all together.

RADM Joe Enright (31st Company): Brian, greetings from Japan. I reUeved RADM Joe Krol '67 as commander Submarine Group Seven here in Yokosuka on 29 March onboard CHICAGO ( S S N - 7 2 1 ) . Our Classmate VADM Jim

Metzger officiated at the ceremony. Also present was RADM (now VADM) Al Konetzni '66 who was then commander of the Pacific Submarine Forces. I'm still trying to get my feet on the ground and am doing lots of travel—Australia. Korea, Guam, Hawaii, and the Arabian Gulf. If anyone passes through Japan please give me a call.

Bob Anderson (11th Company) wrote: Although greaUy exaggerated, the ramors of my demise seem to nonetheless continue. In case you wondered why I haven't seen you all at the Rosslyn get-togethers of late (presuming they still occur), it is because I am happily ensconced in the wilds of southeastem Arizona. My wife took an assignment with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA...the old DCA) out here a few years ago and I followed her out early in '99 after almost a two-year separation due to slow real estate and job markets. So I now work at Fort Huachuca for the Army's Electronic Proving Ground, a wholly owned subsidiary of the White Sands Missile Range. I also transferred my reserve affiliation from the Maryland National Guard to the Army Reserve and am assigned to the 5th Military Intelligence Battalion, here at Fort Huachuca. I was speaking w ith the new Brigade XO a while back (West Point. Class of '84...young pup) and we mutually decided that I was easily the only master sergeant currently serving in the Brigade (and possibly the entire Reserve component) who can boast a degree from the Naval Academy. The only purpose in dropping you a note was to get back in touch with the Class. My lovely wife gifted me with a Life Membership in the Alumni Association for my birthday this year, and I happened to be visiting the Web site. Hope diis finds you. and any other D.C-based members of the Class, well and prospering. Take care.

Remember the 30th Reunion is just a few short months away. You should have received a mailout by now with registration information. If not, please contact Bruce Gallemore (gallemore@erols.com) or contact me at the address above. Be sure to take a l o o k at the U S N A 7 1 "Web site http:// www.usna.com/classes/1971 /usna 1971 .htm for information on the Reunion, including registration

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forms that can be downloaded. If you have tried (maybe unsuccessfully) to access the USNA71 Web site from the new Naval Academy Alumni Association Web site, the Class Web sites are located under the "Community" section in the new U S N A Web site header. Keep the inputs and photographs coming via email and regular mail.

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Pres: CDR Dave Hogen, USN (Ret.) Sec y: CDR Rich Robison, USN ( R e t ) 12695 Catawba Dr., Woodbridge, VA 22192 f: 703-413-5376; e: robison_rich(a>prc.com Class Web page: www.usna72.org Class hstserv: TheGouge@usna72.com Summer's here and time is right for dancin' in the street! Hope you're having a good one. A couple of notes managed to make it to your scribe's mailbox this month.

30th Reunion Department As most of you know. Rick Rubel ( r u b e l ® usna.edu) is the chairman of the Class' 30th Reunion Committee. No small task! The Committee has been quite busy of late, and the following provides a stams of where we are at the moment: Classmates, the Planning Committee for our 30th reunion has already had three meetings to plan the reunion. Here is a description of the weekend: There was a great deal of feedback from the 25 th Reunion about the next one being Annapolis-based so that Classmates and wives could spend more time seeing the Academy and Crabtown. So this reunion will be based in Annapolis and will be on a non-Homecoming weekend, 20-22 September 2002. (The Annapolis hotels for Homecoming Weekend have been booked solid for over a year!)

There will be a flyer out in early July that will give details on hotel blocks. We are using several hotels and will make recommendations for hotel blocks by battalion, so Companymates can try to get rooms near each other. You should plan to get to Annapolis Friday early aftemoon. There will be a '72 Golf Toumament Friday, and a P-rade.

(Ed Wallace is ranning the golf.)

The big event this time will be the Friday Night Dinner Dance in Dahlgren Hall. Our Class will have sole use of the Hall. There will be Company tables, so Companymates can get together, a buffet dinner with four to five different types of entrees, and an open bar. In the middle of the evening we will have a short program with the Superintendent and Brigade Commander welcoming us back, along with some singing Mids. Scott Bordenid is chairman of the Dinner Dance Committee and is doing a great job of planning.

On Saturday, we expect to have the Mid-Store open before the game. The Tailgater will go from 10:30 a.m-9 p.m. and will have continuous food and drink, with live music. (Todd Bruner is arranging the music...need I say more?) Since these are all drinking events, bus transportation will be provided to/from all hotels where we have blocks of rooms.

We talked originally about having a Class craise to the Mediterranean after the reunion, but because of the difficulty of having to get to a craise on a Sunday in Europe, the committee agreed to set up a Class cmise the following spring. But sign ups will be available at the 30th. Should be a good chance to see friends and Classmates before the next five year reunion.

It should be a great weekend. If you would like to help and be on my committee (we have people helping remotely), please email me. We are trying to locate all Classmates and verify addresses.

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Dave Hogen sent an email to Company Reps asking them to try to verify mailing and email addresses. Using the list below, please email your Company rep, so he can verify your address.

Co. Company Rep Email Address 1 Jim Babbitt jcb_1972@hotmail.com 2 Mike Lundblad Michael_Lundblad@candle.com 3 Howie Cronauer hcronauer@earthlink.com 4 Ray Glennon rglennon@arinc.com 5 Tom Clarkin trclarki@bechtel.com 6 Joe Bridgeford JoeNavy72@aol.com 7 Gino Giannotti gino.giannotti@anid.com 8 Joe Glover Strateia6@yahoo.com or jglover@divacom.com 9 John Dillon jdillon2@aol.com 10 Greg Hamelin hameling@aol.com 11 Mike Maixner maixner@acadia.net 12 Rich Goldsby rgoldsby@noesis-inc.com 13 Bob Blanchard drblan@aol.com 14 Bill Kennedy bill.kennedy@hq.doe.gov 15 Mike Hedrick hedrick@npo.bae.com 16 John Dentier jdenUer@aol.com 17 Rich Robison robison_rich@prc.com 18 Fred Cohrs fred.cohrs@tsanda.com 19 Ed Wallace ed.wallace@usna.com 20 Jerty Boyle kadukel@aol.com 21 John Wilkerson JOHNW59203@aol.com 22 Chip Newhart newhart@wans.net 23 Fred Gorris Fmgorris@aol.com 24 John Chalker Imcapital@aol.com 25 Bo Filanowicz filanow@jbcjs.mil 26 Dick Lee RPLee220I5@aol.com 27 Frank Calcaterra cal@toad.net 28 Don Frahler dfrahler@aol.com 29 Wendell Gift wgift@dscp.dla.mil 30 Todd Bruner tbraner@dsmet.com 31 John Sohl jsohI@columbiadata.com 32 John Beason Navcaptain@aol.com 33 Paul Lewis PSLewis72@aol.com 34 Maurice Koelemay mmkoelemay@aol.com 35 Gary Hammond charttable@home.com 36 Dan Heimbach dheimbach@sebts.edu Hope to see you all there at the 30th. {Secy's note: On the subject of address updates, you can also electronically update your personal data with the Alumni Association by going to their Web site, www.usna.com and clicking Contact Us/ Change your address. It's fast and easy.)

From Paradise to the Beltway Dept.

T h e f o l l o w i n g from M a r k P i s t o c h i n i (pistofam @ aol.com): My wife. Dee, and I are both retired, have left sunny Pearl Harbor after six great years, and are back in the Northem Virginia area (West Springfield) for the long haul—that is to say, until all the kids get through high school and are settled in college (we've got one at San Jose State now)— or being back in the D C . metro area kills me. I am employed by Delfin Systems and am working in support of the CNO staff (N20) in the Pentagon. Some people never learn! I can be reached by email and am especially looking for updated locations/addresses/email for the "Buds" from 33rd Company.

Congramlations, Mark, and welcome back to the Puzzle Palace!

Tales from the DNI Dept.

Rick Porterfield (our very own Director of Naval Intelligence) recently hosted three Class of '01 future intelligence officers to provide a glimpse of the opportunities available in the Intelligence Community. Chris Lepore, Andrew Clark, and Mateo Robertaccio began their day at the National Maritime Intelligence Center (NMIC) at Suitland, M D , discovering some of the unique missions of the Office of Naval Intelligence. Among the highlights at ONI were visits to the Foreign Material Exploitation and Acoustic Intelligence labs, briefings on Naval Intelligence analysis of KURSK submarine accident, and its continuing role in supporting Operations Northem and Southern Watch. They spent the aftemoon at the Pentagon learning about the Joint Staff J2 organization, touring the National Military Joint Intelligence Center (NMJIC) Alert Center and CNO's Intelligence Plot, and paying a call on the V C N O . The day ended with a dinner hosted by Jody and Rick, which afforded the Mids a unique opportunity to see a different side of the D N I , ask questions about what they had seen through the day and get a feel for life as a fleet intelligence officer. (Thanks to LCDR Didi Dorsett '87 for the info and picture.)

Tales from New England Department T h e f o l l o w i n g from Cliff Kelly ( c p k e l l y ® gateway.net; w: ckelly@pctlaw.com): After living in an antique house for 18 years, Carmel and I had a new house built and we moved in last Memorial Day weekend. So instead of the constant maintenance headaches of trying to fix the next part of the house that is about to fall apart, we have been unpacking, moving in, setting-up, etc. for almost a year now. Seems like they are much die same activities except without the dry rot.

I've been working with R.D. Smith in his new position at USA Video Interactive. Appears he has his hands full helping a start-up turn the comer to being a real player in the on-line video streaming market. I am sure the recent stock market high tech meltdown greatly facilitated his efforts. Saw John Sexton in Bradlee Airport outside of Hartford a couple of months ago. He had just finished testifying before the Connecticut legislature concerning his experience as a psychologist who can prescribe drugs. Seems Connecticut is considering a similar program.

That's all for now, otherwise won't have anything to talk about at the next reunion. 21 Brockway Ferry Road, Deep River, CT 06417; 860-767-7730; w: 860-527-9211.

Tales from the West Coast Department I received the following from Chuck Davis (NCDavis@ndcsw.med.navy.mil): Greetings from another loyal reader of Shipmate. I always enjoy reading the Class of '72 column. After eight years as a nuc sub officer, I decided to change careers. In 1980, I retumed to Georgetown University Dental School; graduating in 1984 with a commission as a dental officer.

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a dental officer I've been stationed in Washington D . C . Norfolk (YELLOWSTONE (AD-41)), Guam and, for the last eight years, lovely San Diego. I've done various jobs ranging from dental officer to department head to director of residency training. All great jobs! I'm enjoying the work so I will likely remain on active duty several more years. On a recent trip to Sicily. 1 ran into USNA and Georgetown (Medical School) Classmate. Mike Stocks. Mike is XO of Naval Hospital. Sigonella. Sicily. He. Joyce and their two children (Zach and CaroUne) are enjoying the good Hfe. But. spending too much time in the yard!

I look forw ard to seeing all of you at the next reunion. And. please look me up when you're in San Diego.

Chuck's home phone number is 619-282-8485.

Thanks for the note!

That's about all for this month, ladies and gents.

Don't forget that your Classmates like to know what you're doing, so drop me an email or send a note via sn£iil mail. Have a great summer!

More to come. —D.G. Tried and True with '72.

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Pres: Tom Storch Sec'y: R A D M Tom "TJ" Wilson HI, USN 8310 Cushing Court, Springfield, VA 22153 h: 703-913-0094 e: wilsontom@earthlink.net Classmates, I sit here on a perfect June day to write the news you will read in July-August. The speed of the information age is truly dazzling. You have done well in filhng the mailbag and I thank you. You also need to know that your truly outstanding performance will be considered minimum acceptable standards in the future! Enough of the motivational talk...

The first bit of news is not good at all. Many of you already know, but for those of you that don't, Mike O'Shaugnessy passed away suddenly on 31 March 2001 in upstate New York. All of us in '73 send our sincere condolences to the O'Shaugnessy family. The world will not be the same without Mike.

John Cotton sent along that several '73ers recently met for a formal evening. The 101st Carabao Wallow, held annually in D.C. and attended by over 1000 military and industry folks, attracted Doug Hertel, John Harvey, Jim Hillenmayer, and John. You'll note from the picture this group cleaned up well! John also mentioned some other outstanding news. Hugh Blackwood has been selected as a one star in the Naval Reserve. Hugh, on behalf of the entire Class congramlations to you and your family on this wonderful promotion. Well Done!

Southwest Asia. It is my sad duty to announce that the Kunkle Pineapple Plantation will close this fall. Following my desert tour, we are headed for Japan, where 1 will relieve Bob Willard as commander. Carrier Group Five in Yokosuka, Japan—probably in the September-October timeframe. Bob will tum right around and assume the duties as Deputy. CinCPacFlt. Update on a few other '73 bubbas—Chris Gieser works in the N6 shop here at CinCPacFlt. He is the primary war game gura. We spent time last summer in Newport. Rl. for Global '00. CAPT Dave Maresh is in the J2 organization at PACOM. We interact a couple of times a month. He is headed to Naval War College as a faculty member for his twilight tour. Bob Stephenson is a contractor working for CinCPacFlt N6. He works LINK and COMM stuff and is an expert in every sense of the word.

Kathy and Kevin Vienna made a BSF (brief stop for food) earlier this month. They were laying over in Honolulu after a vacation on Maui.

Kevin is moving up the ladder in the District Attorney's office in San Diego. He finally graduated from the animal abuse cases in East County to normal stuff like murder and armed robbery.

Great smff, Steve. Good luck in the desert and thanks for the update.

The next bit of news from Bob Adams is really interesting. It seems Bob is now Doctor Adams and COL Adams, United States Army! He hasn't completely gone over to the dark side. He did say Beat Army. Here's his story.

I was sad to read the very well written obituary of Mike O'Shaughnessy. by my old Plebe Year roommate Glen Nardi. The world is not as nice a place without him. We are all much too young to begin finding Classmate's names in the back oi Shipmate'.

On a different note, I was impressed to see the picture of our new Class flag officers. Most impressive. 1 was lucky enough to have dinner with RADM Eric Olson in San Diego recently. He is serving proudly as the commander of all Naval Special Warfare Forces, a position dreamed of by many SEALs, but reserved only for the very best of the best.

Finally. I am attaching a picture of my recent pinning on ceremony at my clinic serving the men of the 82nd Airborne Division. My daughter is helping me cut a cake that says; "The eagle has landed.""

I have finally climbed back up through the ranks of the medical corps to pin on colonel. U.S. Army.

I guess I am the last 0-6 in the Class, but as a family practice doctor I do have pretty good job security, and won"t have to look hard for a job if 1 mm in the uniform one day. I still do both static line and freefall parachuting with the men I serve, and that is most rewarding. The SEAL insignia still generates a few fiinny looks on my Army uniform, but the soldiers seem to like a doc Uiat might know what they go through to be soldiers.

Great story! From P-rade announcer to SEAL to MD, you have touched all the bases. Note the dashing colonel and his beautiful daughter

The colonel and his daughter In t h e J u n e a r t i c l e I m e n t i o n e d that Ken Thomas would be sending in an article concerning the recent wedding of Wendy Wible and James Hillenmayer. Well, here it is.

10 March 2001 two-tiiirds of die Fifth Company held an impromptu reunion at the Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis to celebrate the marriage of Jim Hillenmayer and Wendy Wible.

In attendance were Christine and Ray Boyd.

Debra and Jere Carroll. Judy and Bob Hanson, Mary Ellen and John Harvey, Carol and Doug H e r t e l . Bev and Don Jefferson. George Kondreck. Kathy and Bob M a r t i n . Mike McKeever. Sue and Charlie Senn. Kathy and Doug Stone, Skip Winter, and Ken Thomas.

Festivities began on Friday evening with the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner, which was effectively crashed by a majority of those in attendance.

Good times and memories were shared by all (our last reunion was in 1998). (If Navy had beaten Holy Cross, it would have been an even better evening.)

On Saturday, the wedding party pnx;essed down the long aisle of the Academy Chapel. Wendy wore a beautiful white gown with veil and large train.

She absolutely beamed as her son. Alan, walked her down the aisle. Flanked by friends and family alike. Jim and Wendy knelt to the tune of "Etemal Father" on the Chapel organ (sure brought back a lot of memories for me). After the sharing of vows, the giving of rings, and the lighting of candles, they were finally pronounced husband and wife. Outside the chapel, in the bright sunlight. RADM John Harvey had the distinct pleasure and privilege to present for the first time CDR and Mrs. James Hillenmayer to the waiting crowd of photo hounds.

With the ceremony completed, we all retired to Hubbard Hall for a fantastic reception attended by almost 170 people. Some of the highlights included: I. A toast to the oldest first-time groom (Hilly at 50 years old); 2. A toast to "The Virtue of the Bride" as all the men drank champagne from Wendy's shoe; 3. The couple's first dance to the tune of "Only You" by the Platters: 4. Hilly dancing with his mother and Wendy dancing with her son. We all left agreeing to plan on another reunion every two years because every five years was too long.

Dressed up and looking good I received a nice email from Steve Kunkle, lately from Hawaii. Here's his update: Greetings from the Aloha state! I am still the N3N5N7 here (two years this month), but by the time this shows up in the Shipmate 1 will be spending my summer vacation in beautiful downtown Riyahd as deputy commander Joint Task Force

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'73: L to r: Craig Dawson (USNA Varsity Squash Coach); VADM Bill Mack '37; George Watt: Fraidclin Buchanan (background); and Captain Jim Campbell. USNA Character Development Shipmate. July-August 2001

One odier bit of news that was released that weekend: Samuel, son of Christine and Ray Boyd, has been selected to enter the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2005! Congrats Raybo and SWMBO. That sounds like it was a great time. Thanks, Ken, for the update.

George Watt mentioned to me diat although he remembers only one visit to Buchanan House while a Midshipman—and he may have neglected to leave a calling card for Mrs. Calvert—he was gratified to be there recently with Classmates and with '73's second Superintendent, VADM Bill Mack. ADM Mack graciously agreed to a photo with his former charges, and told the group it was nice to see Craig Dawson off of Main Office restriction. ADM Mack reportedly offered everyone Yard Liberty immediately follwing the reception.

That's all the news that's fit to print. I do need to pass on some information on digital pictures. In order to pass muster at Shipmate they have to meet certain technical specifications. By going to http:// www.usna.com/News_Pubs/Publications/Shipmate/DigitalPhotosSpecs.htm you can get all the data you need. Basically they need to be 300 dpi and 2.5 inches wide. Please help me here so I can get all your pictures in print. Thernks also for providing such good articles on what's happening out there. Keep up the great work!

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Pres: Steve Middleton 516 Green Forest Drive, Sevema Park, M D 21146 Con Sec'y: LtCol John Brown, U S M C (Ret.) 15791 Edgewood Drive, Dumfries, VA 22026 h: 703-583-9713; c: 703-568-0385 e: jrbrown74@home.com Greetings. I have seen an increase in the amount of information flowing into my machinery and am relatively happy with the input, the price of cashews, and my three dogs. {Secy's note: Information is not data and is roughly the equivalent of "gouge."

For example, gouge is not what Tom Lozier had on the business law test in the spring of 1974. Tom had "data," which was not "information," and thus suffering from a lack of processing, was essentially useless leaving poor Tom with a Delta instead of the desired Alpha. The lack of processing can only be blamed on his roommate John Branchflower who seems to be mnning some covert airline luggage operation out of Newark airport in addition to picking on fighter pilots.) Now, on with business.

First: from the "family album," some really special news. Congratulations are in order for Joe Sestak and his lovely wife, Susan. Susan gave birth to their first child, Alexandra Megan Sestak, on 26 April. Susan and Joe can be reached at home: 4005 Featherstone Place, Alexandria, VA 22304. Congramlations, Joe and Susan. I am sure that with all the Classmates in the area, you should be able to round up a baby sitter at a moment's notice!

From the "you look familiar" file: At the crossroads (O'club) of the "Crossroads of the Corps" (Quantico), I ran into R o n M a d r i d ( r r m l i @ psu.edu). Ron is the associate director and program manager of the Marine Corps Research University.

Located at Penn State University in State College, PA, Ron can be reached at 814-865-3911. Like Charlie Robinson and a very few other of you, Ron still looks the same as he did at school and in the Corps.

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From the "I would have bet on this" file: Don Loren, barraged by emails after his selection to rear admiral, finally checked in via the net. Don wrote: Almost answered the "where's Don Loren" line in the last Shipmate, but got overcome by scheduling events. Moe and I have been here in Naples since August 1998. We had a little surprise in August 1999, named Christopher, guess the result of drinking cheap red wine and living next to a volcano. Moe and Chris love it here and are enjoying life. I've been EA to Commander in Chief Naval Forces Europe, who is dual hatted as Commander in Chief, Allied Forces Southern Europe. During the course of my muddling through those duties, we took on a few other things like Commander, Operation Allied Force (the NATO war in Kosovo), Commander Joint Task Force Noble Anvil (the U.S. side of the Kosovo war), and now we have SFOR (Bosnia) and KFOR (Kosovo peace operations). After about 376 days on the road with the boss so far during this job, I look in the closet and see I have more sets of BDUs than SDBs! It's been an exciting ride. I was beginning to think that the only way home was to solve the Balkans issue and tum NATO into a finely tuned machine, or get promoted out of the job. Fortunately, I got lucky. Our 15th, 35th, and 26th Company Classmates have been traly wonderfully in expressing their best wishes, and I have enjoyed renewed contact with good friends. We look forward to returning to the U.S. this summer and hope to see you all at Homecoming. Thanks again. Wish I could be more exciting, but I'm afraid we're just a simple sailor, enjoying what we do and the people we share it all with.

From the "who is playing that music during smdy hours" file: Chip Sharratt sent me two CDs he and his nephew, Dickie Christopher, produced.

Known as "Night Trap" they released their first CD in 1994. I believe you can still check out samples of the band's music at mp3.com. You really should check it out! Chip still lives in Savage, MN, and w o r k s for t h e H e l i c o p t e r B u s i n e s s U n i t of BFGoodrich. Chip, thanks, great tunes!

From the "move your cube" file: Jack Hughes (jhughes3@logicon.com), retired from the Corps in '98, and after a few years in the tidewater area, has joined the Logicon team here in sunny Stafford, VA. In fact. Jack and I are on the same team and venture to Quantico together to visit our customer.

For you that know Jack from the old days, he still has a top notch sense of humor (his email contacts are superb), a pulse rate of about 40, and maintains a keen grasp of what life is all about. Jack maintains his home in Virginia Beach and has an apeutment in Fredericksburg.

From the "lost planet" files: I finally found two old Companymates. After some mail flew around about Don Loren's selection, I was fortunate enough to get back in touch (after 26 years) with Shavtn Smith (XONTU@aol.com). Shawn wrote: I was "discovered" by my wife in Pensacola— and my wife still the first for me—two girls, Paige (21), will be a senior at Catholic University in D.C. Our other daughter (16) is a junior (next year) in high school in Virginia Beach—hence the commuting work game for me for the next few.

I have lived in the sorority house now for 25 years! (Married in 1976.) Met Kim in Pensacola during flight school. I had a command of F-14 squadron (VF-143) and have flown Tomcats for the majority of my career (east coast). Did a tour at Test Pilot School in Pax River—and an overseas tour at the NATO Defense College (what a sweet deal that was in Rome!) Last tour was the XO at NAS Oceana and finally working F-18 stuff for the basing of the new F-18 on the East coast.

(Way too political.) Finally had enough and reached terminal rank—so opted to jump while I was still "currentiy " flying—and got lucky landing the job at FedEx. So learning all about the "other world" now.

No complaints and have been doing fine: would love to make the "gathering" at Annapolis—that would be a great time—but not sure of my schedule or how much time I can manage to get for "vacation" time. Have been trying to hook up with Kyle IVlartin for a few years now—have met for dinner a few times in Norfolk when he came through—also spent some time with Mike Holton in Pax River. Not too many others! Hope to see you and the "ol' gang" in September—hope that all works out. Will be interesting to see who all gets arrested! Glad to hear from you John! Has been too long! All the best !

Speaking of Mike Holton (my roommate Youngster Year), he checked in about the same time with the following: Seems we are Companymates (both work for Northrup Grumman) once again. I'm still flying the E-2 and frequently fly with Bill Story '74 and Tony Marino '74. By the way, what are you doing at work before 8 a.m. I figured you'd retired from the Marines so you wouldn't have to do that anymore. Most of my travels take me to Pax river for development tests or St. Augustine for production tests. When I'm at Pax, I'll frequently drive up to the boat school to catch a lacrosse game (my son's on the team). I'll buy you a beer and we'll give each other crap.

I checked in with Morgan Ames (Morgan's email at General Dynamics Advanced Technology Systems, where he is director, Govemment Business Development is: "Morgan A m e s " Morgan. Ames @ GDATS.com) (keeper of the faith, true American, and most frequently seen Classmate) to get the skinny on the new flag selectees. I was immediately presented with a large amount of gouge, which I will present in three sections.

Morgan Part I The new flags; Morgan provides the following superb synopsis: Navy CAPT Michael C. B a c h m a n n (Companymate/AEDO) has been nominated for appointment to the grade of rear admiral (lower half). Bachmann is currently serving as executive director for Aviation Depots, Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, MD (w: 301-7578460; Iris and his home number in Quarters at NAS PAX River: 301-866-9635).

Navy CAPT William D. "Doug" Crowder (SWO) has been nominated for appointment to the grade of rear admiral (lower half). Crowder is currently serving as executive assistant to the vice chief of Naval Operations, Washington, D.C. Navy CAPT Donald P Loren (SWO) has been nominated for appointment to the grade of rear admiral (lower half). Loren is currentiy serving as executive assistant to the commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, Naples, Italy.

(And because he is a brother!) Navy CAPT Christopher C. Ames '76 (VP/PHIB/CINCPAC J-30/Harvard's Kennedy School) has been nominated for appointment to the grade of rear admiral (lower half). Ames is currently serving as Commander, Amphibious Squadron Three, San Diego, CA. (Yeahl My "kid" brother! For those wishing to send Congrats, his email: cpr3@ BonHomme-Richard.navy.mil) (Roamer Note: If Chris Ames tumed out to be half as good as his brother, the Navy is a better place!)

Morgan Part II During March, while in San Diego on business, I had the pleasure of running into Classmate, CAPT Steve Burich, who is the deputy commander for Commander, ASW Force (CTF-12), U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMASWFORPAC). at Peari Harbor, HI. Steve will be transferring eastward to become the chief of staff at Commander, Undersea Surveillance (CUS), at Dam Neck, VA, later this year. Our Classmate Commodore Neil Rondorf is currently CUS. For any who may be in the Tidewater area. Neil's retirement ceremony is scheduled for Friday, 24 August. Steve will be 149

happy to be only three hours drive time away to USNA as his son will be entering USNA this year!

Morgan Part III In addition to seeing those mentioned below at Navy League Sea-Air-Space Expo, also in attendance were CAPT Doug Rau. who is CO of Naval Research Labs, and RADM Joe Sestak, who presented his Quadrennial Defense Review briefing. In addition. I recently saw Jim Ripley, who is CAPT Herb Hause's deputy program manager for Naval Surface Fires Support at PMS-529. Jim's son, James, is in the Marine Corps Reserves and is stationed at 29 Palms. He has a strong endorsement from his commanding officer for a Fleet appointment to USNA via NAPS. He may soon be heading to USNA as a member of the Class of 2006! Jim Ripley can be reached by phone at PMS529 at 703-602-1856.

In San Diego on business last month 1 saw CAPT Ted Serfass (Serfass.Ted® atgpac.navy.mil), who is the commodore of Afloat Training Group, U.S. Pacific Fleet. His and Sandy's son. Andy, is the captain of the Coronado High School "Islanders" lacrosse team on which he plays crease defense. Andy will enter USNA this summer with the Class of 2005. Number two son, Trevor, is also at Coronado High School. 1 also dropped in to see Houston Keith Jones (hjonesI@san.rr.com), who has a great job working the marine mammals program (with Flipper and all his pals!) at SPAWAR Systems Center-San Diego. Should you go looking for our "alien" Classmate from Roswell. NM. you still have to break the code as to whom you're asking for—at SSC-SD. no one knows "Keith Jones." they all know him as "Houston." He and his wife. Gale, live in Imperial Beach, as far south and west as you can get in CONUS—right on the border with Tijuana and on the beach of the Pacific Ocean!

This past month 1 saw CAPT Bob Hogan (hogan@aeptec.com). USN (Ret.) and CAPT Bill Walsh at die ASNE Intelligent Ship Symposium at Philadelphia. Bob is the VP of engineering at Aeptec Microsystems. Inc. in Rockville, MD, and is busily installing wireless networks on Navy ships. Bill Walsh is CO of MONTEREY (CG-6I), the Navy"s newest "smart ship." MONTEREY is homeported in Norfolk. Bill's wife, Nancy, is a nephrologist (kidney doctor) and his kids are into basketball. Bill will be in command of MONTEREY until 2002.

The following week during the Navy League Sea-Air-Space Symposium in D C , I saw Wayne Dunham, who's with Goodyear Aerospace in Jacksonville. FL; Col Scott Leitch, USMC (Ret.), who is USMC marketing director for United Defense LP; CAPT Paul Normand (normandp® js.pentagon.mil, pnormand@home.com), who is EA to Director for Joint C4 Systems, The Joint Staff, J-6; and CAPT Rich Johnson. USN (Ret.) (johnson_rw@nns.com), who's working the new aircraft carrier programs in the Innovation Center at Newport News Shipbuilding. Rich has one son who's a MIDN 2/C at USNA who competes on USNA's Forensics Team and his second son is en route USNA! I ran into RADM Rich Terpstra. who is in command of SubGra Ten at Kings Bay, GA. Rich tidied to slip past me incognito, dressed in civilian clothes, kinda' reminded me of how he used to try to slip back into Mother B from libs, but I caught him. CAPT Joe Avveduti. USN (Ret.) (usnalaxl974@aol.com) retired last fall and is now working for UTD. Inc., which performs vulnerability assessments and contingency planning for natural disasters (earthquakes, flooding, typhoons, etc.) and counter terrorism. Joe is busy coaching lacrosse at several levels of play. He is the varsity head coach at West Potomac High School (Alexandria. VA) and coaches for his sons' Joey and David's teams in the Fort Hunt Youth League, competing throughout northem Virginia.

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defend the "Old Goats" Championship in the SuperMasters (40 and up) bracket at the Vail Lacrosse Shootout—"Eight days of lacrosse above 8,500 feet"—about as close to lacrosse heaven as a player can get! In addition to his coaching and competing as a "veteran" player, Joe took on the leadership this year as chairman of U.S. Lacrosse's Grand Masters and Masters of Lacrosse Council.

As such, he coordinates all lacrosse play for all LAXers over the age of 30 throughout the entire nation and for international competition in the World Games—next to be played in Perth, Ausn-alia in July 2002.

CAPT Herb Hause (hausehr@navsea.navy.mil) is the program manager for the Naval Fires Control System. PMS-529 in the Deputy AsstSECNAV for Research, Development and Acquisition's Program Executive Office for Theater Surface Combatants, here in Crystal City. He and Karen have completed their dream house on the water down near NAS Patuxent River. He has a fishing boat that he, Karen, and their daughter, Jenny, and son. Matt, put to good use, though Herb claims the "Minnersoter Muskelunge" offer a bigger fight than Chesapeake Bay rockfish!

Dan Burns (DBurns@purduenc.edu) got to D.C. for a conference and managed to hook up with John Tromba and his wife, Sandy, for dinner one evening. Dan works for Purdue University. Dan retired in 1995 after serving several tours in mine warfare, including command of a minesweeper in the Persian Gulf during Desert Storm.

Dan writes that he and his bride moved back to his podunk in hopes of providing the girls with a nice stable mid-westem childhood, we came back here. Good schools and the girls can walk downtown after school and shop and chat and generally hang out with their friends in safety. And they can't get into too much trouble, since everyone knows who they are. sooner or later the story gets back home. Of course, now Laura is driving, so the worries start afresh. Apparently, he significantly bootstrapped and upgraded the university's network and computer labs and is regarded as an InfoTech hero. Well Done, Danno!

Don Montgomery (dmontgom@novell.nadn .navy.mil), who's the minority admissions czar at USNA, has just undergone right hip replacement surgery at Anne Arandel Medical Center in Annapolis on 10 April. He was up and about the very next day—as the saying goes "Motion is lotion!" Don maintains that the pain was bad due to bone-onbone contact, but the worst aspect was how badly it sapped his energy. He maintains if your hip is giving you pain, do not suffer, replace it; you'll be glad you did! To prepare for surgery, Don went on the Beverly Hills Diet and scarfed up on fraits, like pineapples and kiwis, and knocked off 30 pounds in about two weeks, dropping from 336 to a mere 296 pounds. In rehab, he's walking a half mile every day only two weeks after the op and he's looking forward to going full court in basketball at lunchtime at USNA once again. Don and Patricia's son Matt will attend NAPS this year and enter USNA with the Class of 2006. Matt's a great football, basketball, and lacrosse athlete and "Teego" confirms that Matt's a far better athlete than he ever was.. .Watch oulArmy\ Morgan, as always, we appreciate you taking the time to send in the information. Unlike George Seftas's emails, yours are filled with good info and provide updates that we all look forward to reading. {Secy's note: I have additional info from Morgan conceming some amazing accomplishments by his children. Will be published in next month's issue.)

And from Ken Juul (kjuul@NTALEX.com), just down the highway in old Virginny, I received the following update: I saw Dave Besch's name in the last Shipmate.

Off to Atlanta next week. Do you have any info on Dave...phone/email? (Secy's answer: Nope).Vicki and I are living in Williamsburg. VA. I'm a defense contractor supporting NAVAIR's

T-45 program at Pax River. Thought the geo bachelor stuff was supposed to stop when I retired. Our son graduated from James Madison University last May, he is now in Honolulu working as a compositor on the digital movie "Final Fantasy" due out this summer. My daughter is finishing her freshman year at James Madison University, interested in art and digital design. We just bought a Catalina 34 sailboat, hope to sail the bay this summer, know we will spend at least a couple weekends in Crabtown. All the best.

Ken, thanks. When you get that boat up here, give me a call! (Also, remind Vicki that 1 did not eat that goldfish, it was Steve Middleton.)

Speaking of Trav, some of us recently became aware of the big guys 50th birthday! And, some great news recently crossed my screen: The Council of Class Presidents has chosen Steve Middleton, president Class of 1974 to replace Perry Martini '71 as the decade of the '70s Class trastee. Perry submitted his resignation because of his accepting the position of assistant director. Class Giving with the United States Naval Academy Foundation. Admiral Smith asked me to pass on his warm welcome to Steve as he joins the board and a note of thanks to Perry for his service as he departs the board for his new duties with the Foundation. Tim Halliday '69.

Secretary to the Board of Trastees.

Congramlations, Steve. I assume this means that '74 will now have free 50 yard line seats. Please advise where we can pick up our tickets!

During graduation week in May, Bill Walsh (co@monterey.navy.mi) hosted a Classmate visit to his ship, MONTEREY in Annapohs. Several Classmates to include Chris Perrien were able to accept an invitation to lunch and to see the Blue Angels from Bill's ship. {Roamer note: I was invited, could not attend, and was lashed by our illustrious Class president. Bill, 10,000 gomens old friend).

On the home front, Al Learchbacher and his lovely accomplice, Denise, were in the area and we spent an aftemoon boating and drinking sodas.

(Right!). While on his East Coast swing, Al also visited Mick Halbreiner and Nicole and their growing family.

Besides working on my new novel. The Last QTip, the Roamer has moved to another table. Effective 23 June, the new table is located at 3928 Red Bird Lane Woodbridge, VA 22193-1671. Joyce, thinking we are still on active duty and also being in charge of R o a m e r activities, decided it was time to m o v e . All C l a s s m a t e s (except Randy "Spaceprobe" Seftas and "May 1 help you with your luggage. Miss" John Branchflower) are welcome at the table (as long as you can recite the of ficers of the day, alphabetically, from 26 September 1972 to present). For information, our house in Montclair was purchased by our USNA Commandant, C A P T Deke Forbes, U S N (Ret.), and his lovely wife! I want you guys to take back those bad things you said in email about him, he really is a nice guy! Deke did say he remembers the 733 times that Loz came to 4-1 to see him.

No news is not good news, contact a Classmate today. Roamer sends.

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Pres: RADM Craig Quigley Sec'y: CAPT Larry Warrenfeltz, USN (Ret.) 21 Colony Trail Drive, Mandeville, LA 70448 h: 985-626-4964; e: usna75scribe@hotmail.com Dear 'Mates, 1 keep finding emerging implications of my new status as USN (Ret.). Beginning this month I don't have to sit down on the Sunday moming before my Shipmate deadline and cobble together your favorite monthly reading column. Now I can put it off until the actual deadline day! Really, I welcome the chance to sit down for a couple of hours. The "now that you're retired, honey-do" list is a killer When 1 go back to work in July, it will be to rest up. We are moving to Pensacola where I will be the sponsored research executive for the University of West Florida. I will work directly for the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. The MMC gets about 70% of UWF's research money, so they have a strong interest in ensuring it is properly managed.

Although Nancy and I were never stationed in P'cola, we've always liked the area. Our phone number and address will change in the near fumre, but the scribe email address stays the same.

Nancy and I had a wonderful time at our retirement festivities—a farewell dinner, the ceremony itself, and big party at our house. The chance to leave active duty surrounded by a lifetime of friends, family, and memories is priceless. At the end of the ceremony we had four Classmates on stage—ADM Tom Donaldson, myself, Chris "C.J." Hall singing "Etemal Father," and Bob Clark as an honor sideboy. With impeccable timing, Mike Stephenson (Alpha Code 758022) emailed me a welcome to the civilian world note that I happened to read just before leaving my office for the ceremony in the StenniSphere auditorium. He reminded me that I now have the obligation to enhance and embellish sea

stories...and to begin each one with "This is no s***."

Latest news: Jon Greenert picked up a second star! Congratulations to our newly selected rear admirals (lower half)—Dave Gove and Gary Jones! Bravo Zulu, guys. I've also heard that Jim Beebe has been promoted to flag in the Naval Reserve. Dick Arnold took command of Tactical Training Group, Pacific in San Diego on 25 May. John Nawrocki assumed command of Iwo JIMA (LHD-7) at her commissioning on board NAS Pensacola on 30 June. How about some of those great grip-and-grin photos, guys?

Chris Cikanovich sent me a note a few months ago, during the flail over the EP-3 in China. Craig Quigley was hogging a lot of camera time as the Pentagon spokesman. Chris says: I have been watching Quigs on the evening CSPAN and continue to get a big kick out of seeing an old friend in such a place of responsibility.

I commented to Diane that it was nice to see all those reporters treat him with such respect. Maybe I should start to do the same. Actually, I still have the Pavlov's dog reaction to stand and say sir whenever anyone enters the room with scrambled eggs on his cover. Maybe it's because I still think of myself as a young Mid. But whenever a young Mid offers to help me up from a chair, that quickly erases any misconceptions I have of my own youthfulness. This is especially depressing if that young Mid is a woman.

Chick applied his Asian and Beijing work experience to the EP-3 apology case. At the time of his writing, the U.S. had apologized twice, but our fliers were still being held.

I can honestly say these CNN pogs don't get it.

Did a Chinese waiter ever spill something at your table? He immediately says, "Solly, solly, so soUy." So in reality, we are just one "sorry" short of a full load.

Chris and Diane are selling their New Jersey home and moving to Ocean City, MD, where he will telecommute to his job as global account manager for Network Solutions with Schlumberger.

After remming to solid ground, Ray "Santa" Wassel sent one last update from his experiences

'75: Bob Clark, Chris Hall, Larry Warrenfeltz, and Tom Donaldson yuck it up after Warrenfeltz" retirement

'75: Change of command in Panama City Bill ShuU '71. Fred Shutt '78, Fred Zeile '73. and Lan-y Warrenfeltz Shipmate, July-August 2001

on one long leg of the round-the-world ocean sailing race, BT Challenge.

Mary Lou and 1 landed in Atianta after a 21hour trip from Cape Town. We were home about 20 hours thenflewto San Francisco so Mary Lou could speak at a conference. I readjusted to life on land very quickly, so we enjoyed the few days we had in South Africa. I feel great and have gained back about 10 of the 20 pounds I lost during the leg. It was a hell of a diet, but I consider the weight loss a benefit and am working to keep the rest of it off and get into better shape.

Ray is looking for new employment, but doesn't think that his recently acquired skills of winch overhaul and sail repair are in too great a demand in land-locked Atlanta.

In the May issue, I mentioned Greg Martin's death. Dan Wick (dwick@prodigy.net) wrote a nice obituary that should be in the "Last Call" section this month. Dan and Neil Tollesfrud and several other Classmates have worked with Jill to establish two memorial funds for Greg. They have set up a fund to provide a living memorial through his sons, Ben and Andrew, who are both students at Bowling Green State University. A second fund will help the handbell ministry at the Martin's church in Sidney, OH. Memorials can be sent to: Greg Martin Children's Fund, C/0 Firstar Bank, ATTN: Jamie Wurstner, PO Box 4577, Sidney, OH 45365; St. John's Lutheran Church, C/O Handbell Ministt-y, 120W. Water St., Sidney, OH 45365.

Race Party in Indianapolis. (Clockwise from top left) Jack Monger, Mark Lambright, Don Moorehead, Mark Disney, Will Merrel, and Pete Ortiz Jack Monger forwarded the photo of some of the llth Company guys at their annual pilgrimage to the Indianapolis 500. Mark Lambright, Mark Disney, and Dan Moorehead have been attending the race for 18 years. Pete Ortiz joined them a dozen years ago. Will Merrel and Jack were rookies this year. Dan's son. Bud Moorehead, attended and took the picture. The poor guy had to sit up all night listening to an endless stream of sea stories.

(They're not sure if he wants to go back next year!)

Cozy Bailey of EDS is the program manager for the Marine Corps implementation of the NavyMarine Corps Intranet. NMCI is a massive enterprise-wide initiative that will make the full range of network-based information services available to Sailors and Marines in war and peace. It will give the sea services secure, universal access to integrated voice, video, and data communications.

NMCI will apply the speed and might of worldclass Intemet technology to everything from administrative tasks to ammunition supply. The bottom line will be increased combat readiness. {Secy's note: It's good to know that this huge job is in Cozy's capable hands.)

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surgery in June fixed a weakness over the original incision site. Andy maintains his positive attitude and wonderful sense of humor in all of his update news flashes. Our prayers are with you. Classmate!

In May, Nancy and I attended the change of command at the Coastal Systems Station in Panama City, FL, where Fred Shutt '78 took command. I've known and worked with Bill Shutt '71 for years, and knew he had a younger brother in the service.

However, until he walked onto the dais, I never made the connection between Fred Shutt and Midshipman 4/C A. A. Shutt—a Plebe in 9th Company when we were firsties. It was an impressive ceremony and Fred now has a super command. Congramlations!

Brian Curdy hopes to get back to the States from his home in Switzerland to visit his 92-year old father in Wisconsin. His dad was the son of a Swiss missionary. He lived in Haiti during 1914-1918 and in Canada in 1923-1928. With bachelor's degrees in Canada and in Massachusetts and a master's degree in French literamre from Boston University, he taught in Florida, Massachusetts, and Wisconsin during the Depression. Tumed down by the Army in 1942, he enlisted in the Navy and served as a carpenter's mate 2/C on SAIPAN. A wartime commission led him to service as a gunnery officer on convoy duty. He retired from the USNR as a LCDR in 1968 and is still pretty sharp for his age.

Bob Brewer stepped up to the plate to volunteer to be our Company representative for the 7th Company Seadogs.

I retired in November 1995, out of command of PORTLAND (LSD-37) and went to work as a defense contractor in Northern Virginia. Since retirement, I've worked for VITRO Corp as an AEGIS Weapons System Engineer; TRW Corp as an LCAC SLEP Systems Engineer; and somehow ended up in the IT community (LANs/MANs/WANs/Software) at SETA Corporation in McLean. I'm currently a VP and Director for Advanced Systems (the DOD group in the company). For a company our size (600), Academy grads abound (Bill Romoser '57, Jack Moore '65, Tom Kelly, and Mark Hayes '76?). Steve Hill and his better half, Mary Ellen, also were with us for awhile, before they both moved to govemment positions at HUD. Since November 1996, my wife, Anne and I have lived in Leesburg, VA, with our daughter, Ashley, and Buster the dog. Anne did 20 years with AT&T before retiring and moving to IBM Global Services. She is a senior project manager on the outsourced AT&T account, and a 100% telecommuter. We'd love to hear from and visit with other sons of Mother B in the area. I'd be happy to assist transitioning Classmates in whatever way I can.

Another new rep. Jack McCorkle, covers 6th Company. Jack retired in a ceremony at the Navy Memorial in D.C. on Friday, 29 June—30 years (less one day) after our initial gathering. Jack was the last member of 6th Company on active duty.

The McCorkles' will stay in Northem Virginia, at least for a while. Both sons will be in college next year (a senior and a freshman).

Other new volunteers are Eric Guerrazzi (20th), Kerry Kersey (Loose Double Duece—22nd), and Tom Kelley (25th). We now have Volunteer Company Reps for 6th, 7th, 8th (Thumm), 9th (Warrenfeltz), 14th (Hart), 20th, 22nd, 23rd (Tollesfmd), and 25th. OK, that makes one fourth of the companies! Second Batt and Fourth Batt are halfway home. We need more of you to help us keep in touch with all those guys we swore we would always stay in touch with!

Go Navy! —Larry

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Pres: Chuck Gorum 146 Prince George St., Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-263-3337; e: cgorum@annap.infi.net Sec'y: Chuck Dirienzo 9309 Newfound Way, Elk Grove, CA 95758-4002 h: 916-691-1556; e: cldjr@earthlink.net Greetings Class of '76! September is fast approaching. Once again, the Reunion information.

As you may remember, the 25th Reunion is 21-23 September 2001 (vs. Boston College). Please mark your calendars and come join us for a great weekend. Our Command HQ for the event will be the Annapolis Radisson hotel on Riva Road. Those of you that were here for the 20th will remember it as the Holiday Inn. It was purchased, renovated and renamed. As it stands now, this will be the center of events for the weekend, including the Samrday night dinner, dance, social function, the exact namre still to be determined. We have had a block of rooms set-aside now for a while but just recently have they become available for reservations and today they announced the rate. The going fare will be $159 per night. To make your own reservations, call 410-224-3150 and mention that you are with the Class of '76 Reunion group and need reservations for whatever nights you desire in that 21-23 September window. The link below will get you info on other Annapolis hotels. Some within a mile of the Radisson are: The Wyndham, now the Sheraton (you may need to call Annapolis information to get a current number); Residence Inn; Mainstay; Econo Lodge; and Days Inn on Riva Road.

Other great downtown hotels include the Loews on West Street near the old bus station site and the Waterfront Marriott right at City Dock on Ego Alley, (http://www.hometownannapolis.com/ lw_hotels.html) Start bookin' 'em guys! We're looking forward to seeing you!

There is also a link to register on-line for events and merchandise: http://store.eznettools.net/ 76REGISTER/index.html At the 25th Reunion, the Class will be electing a new slate of officers to represent us for the next five years. Confirmed nominees can be added right up until closing the election for balloting. However, individuals interested in a pjulicular office, may contact me (Chuck Dirienzo) in advance of the Reunion and make their desires known to our Classmates via Shipmate. Individuals do not have to be in attendance at the Reunion to have their name on the ballot but they must confirm their desire to be included in the election directly to Chuck Gorum (cgorum@infi.net) in advance. Chuck can be reached by email or by phone at 410 263-3337. Here are the nominations-volunteers I have received so far: President: Chuck Coram, Kevin Stone; Secretary: Chuck Dirienzo If you read the heading of this column, you'll notice there are a very small number of our Classmates that are Life Members of the Association. In order to help rectify that situation, Tim Farrell (Tim.Farrell@btinternet.com) made a proposal to the Association. That proposal was to offer a discounted Life Membership fee in honor of our 25th Reunion. The Association has agreed and there is now a Life Membership rate in place of $376.00. A pretty fair discount from the earlier rates. My advice to you is to sign up now!

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I received this from Robert MacDougall (robmac76@home.com) and have decided to use his words: 1 had a very nice phone conversation with Chuck Dirienzo the other day in which we discussed a project I have been working on for over one year.

Chuck suggested that 1 use our new list server to get out the word and to also enlist your assistance in finding some lost Classmates and a widow of one of our Classmates.

The project I started with my 4th Company Classmates is to purchase an Honor Chair (cost $1,000) in commemoration of our Classmate Stephen Craig Hastings from Reno. NE. Steve was a Marine aviator. He was killed in an air mishap somewhere off the coast of San Diego on 28 November 1979. At thetimeof Steve's death most of us were scattered all over the world tending to our own careers. 1 am ashamed to say that I have very few details about the mishap. I also regret not making more on an effort to keep in touch with Steve's wife, Mamee, also from the Reno area. At the time of Steve's death Marnee was either pregnant or had recently given birth to a daughter Over the last few years I have thought about ways in which we could honor Steve and the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country. We have Shipmate, July-August 2001

been a relatively lucky Class, in that, very few of us have died and even fewer have died on active duty. It seemed to me that in addition to dedicating a chair in Steve's name we could also establish a fund in Steve's name that would help other groups and individuals honor grads that have given their lives while on active duty but not during time of war.

My request for you is, if you are interested in contributing to the Stephen Hastings Honor Chair I would welcome your support. I am hoping to have all contributions for Steve's chair in to the Foundation by the end of this month (June) so that all the details can be worked out prior to our Class reunion in September. Even if you aren't able to contribute at this time you are welcome to join me and the rest of 4th Company '76ers when we dedicate the chair, probably Sunday aftemoon. 23 September. I will let you know as we get closer to reunion weekend.

I could also use some help in locating several 4th Company Classmates that we have lost track of If any of you have addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, last known whereabouts on the following, that too would be greatly appreciated: Pat Bole. Stu Brock. Bruce Ingham. Mike McKenney. Bruce Northridge. Luster Payton.

Val Sanchez, and John Schumacher.

Rex's father-in-law. Art Rawson '42, his son, Geoffry '01, Rex '76, and brother Randy '72

Thank you forreadingthis and thank you for your The Rex Bent family: Rex, Trissy, Byron, Geoff, and Sean support. I look forward to seeing you at the reunion.

Checks may be sent to; United States Naval They had a great time during grad week sitting Academy Foundation, Attn: Stephen Hastings with Phil Porier and his family. At their party after Honor Chair/Tia Taylor. PO Box 64978, graduation, Pete Varsanyi, John Allen, and Ned Baltimore, MD 21264-4978 Mueller came by for a nice visit and reunion. Nancy Ms. Tia Taylor is the coordinator for the honor and Mark Benson (bensonmn@erols.com) had chair program. If you would like more informasome comments about Skip Zobel as ranning things tion on this program or would like to confirm your at Oceana. Mark's impression is that Skip just thinks contribution, she can be reached at 410-293-1955. he is. Mark is one of the two Type Wing CommoBob has been able to get in contact with Mamee dores stationed at NAS Oceana, Commander, and she is planning on attending the reunion. Bill Strike-Fighter Wing, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, responKneller, Rhode Island Blue & Gold Officer, delivsible for all the east coast Navy FA-IBs. The other ered an official Letter of Appointment to Bob's son, Commodore is a '79 grad in charge of the Fighter Andrew MacDougall '05. Bill said that this was the Wing, the F-14s. Between Skip, Needles first time he had the pleasure of delivering such a Neidlinger, the CNAL Chief of Staff, Dick Sears, letter to the son of one of his Classmates. Kevin the HSL Commodore in Mayport, Chuck Stone (kstone@proteusengineering.com) had heard Dietchman, the HM/HC Commodore at Norfolk a rumor that Col John Allen, USMC had been as- and Spanky O'Hanlon, the CO of TEDDY signed as Deputy Commandant of Midshipmen. ROOSEVELT, '76 has a huge influence in East Coast Kevin said the rumor was unverified so I called back Naval Aviation. to Mother B and confirmed that it is indeed trae.

Mike Seifert (MLSEIFERT@aol.com) (ComThe impact of '76 is being felt in the halls of Bancroft! I received a note from Bates Estabrooks mander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka) had the oppor(ebrooks@characterlink.net). He and his wife, tunity to attend Mike Donnelly's change of Stephanie, were in Denver for four years, and he'd command on 22 May. He was relieved as CO Pubbeen working in Radiological Engineering at the lic Works Center Yokosuka Japan and will be reU.S. DOE'S Rocky Flats site. As of 7 May, Bates porting to D.C. Other '76ers present were Kevin will be starting a new job in Facility Safety Analy- "Tank" McNamara (CO NAF Atsugi) and Dan sis for enriched uranium operations re-start at Hartwell (COS Commander Naval Forces Japan).

DOE'S Y-12 Nafional Security Complex in Oak Bryan Dolan (Bjdolan76@aol.com) has been tryRidge, TN. (I called on moving day just to make ing to get in touch with all 17th Company teamsure they were indeed moving and they mates. He has only four MIA. They are: Ron Ellis, werc.LOL...) He'll be working for BWXT Y-12 JB Smith, George Standridge, and John Virden.

LLC. According to Bates it is a great opportunity Anyone knowing their whereabouts, please let for longer-term employment, and it puts them much Bryan know.

Pat McKim (pmckim@pacbell.net) is taking the closer to both families (in Virginia). They continue to raise, and home school, their five boys. Their summer off and going to Europe. He's going to try oldest, Daniel, is looking at starting college in the to get to the reunion and may try to start a fall. Some final decisions still need to be made in bioinformatics company with a friend when he gets that realm. Bates said they'll be trying to make it to back. He went inactive in the Reserve two years ago the reunion. For those of you that don't know. Navy as an 0-6. Now correspondence courses arc his life CAPT Christopher C. Ames has been nominated (LOL). Since he's building a house in Oakland hills for appointment to the grade of rear admiral (lower with a view of the Bay and a great mast for a flag half). Chris is currently serving as commander, pole to bend on all his signal flags, Pat is taking Amphibious Squadron Three, San Diego, CA. Rex Builder 3&2, Builder Advanced, and Constraction A. Bent (Rexuspa@compuserve.com) sent in some Electrician. He can't wait to tell his builder that he's not doing it the way the Sea Bees do it. Pat's still photos from this year's graduation: single. He talks to John Carwile a lot. He's done very well as a lawyer in a small firm in Tulsa. John has stopped with five kids now, all of whom we

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expect will go to the Academy. His wife, Grace, is great putting up with John and being a mom.

Al Hee is doing great as true entrepreneur He was doing independent power generation, and now Pat thinks Al's doing telco stuff for the islands. Pat has visited a lot with Torkel Patterson. Torkel and Pat put together a deal with Mitsui and a start-up.

If you visit anytime after January 2002 come visit he'll have about four bedrooms to rent out. Pat says he'll write again in another 25 years in 2026. Gary Greenfield is CEO of a Merant (www.merant.com) and helping us with the set up of the Class Web site. Richard Scott Moore (rscottmoore@ hotmail.com) is currently assigned to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency at Ft. Belvoir, but will retire from the Marine Corps on 6 July (coincidental, but 29 years after 1-Day) and will remain in the D.C. area and make money off the govemment.

Chuck Litz (CAPT, USN) also serves in DTRA. Stu Funk (CAPT, USN) works in the same building at Ft. Belvoir, but with DLA. Wayne Hudson is a civilian working for Military Sealift Command at the Washington Navy Yard. Ken Beeks retired and is working for BENS (Business Executives for National Security) in D.C. Jack Suter is still in the Corps flying C-12s out of New River, NC. John Kruse (kraseje@hotmail.com) and Denise are back in the Annapolis area now, just in time for the 25th.

After a tour in a command at Parris Island, he is moving on to the military assistant to the SecNav slot at the Pentagon. D.C. Curtis shares an office with him. During my interview he ran into RADM Jim Stavridis there. Their son. Jack Kruse '01, just graduated from Navy and is headed to Pensacola in December after a COX Fund trip to France for language training and then a stint working with the DATT in Paris! The good deals just keep coming! John's father-in-law, Lowell Stockdale '51 got to present Jack with a set of ensign bars at graduation. He was quite proud!

Their interim address is 411 Riggs Ave, Sevema Park, MD 21146.

Ginger Turpen, daughter of Charles Turpen graduated from Furman and is getting married soon and heading to graduate school. Tom Wood has a son, Andrew, who will enter USNA with the Class of 2005. He was recraited as a kicker for the football team. Wayne Walters' daughter, Laura, recently finished the nursing program at TCU and has been commissioned a 2ndLt in the Army. His son, Matthew Walters, will be a Firstie at Navy next year.

Dave Thieman is in command of Submarine Squadron Three in Pearl. John "Tex" Moore (moore.john@hq.navy.mil) is working in OpNav (on the N6M, Modeling & Simulation Mgt. Office stafO. CAPT Hugh Storey '74, 13th Company, is the EA for N6. Joe Celano just retired from the Space & Naval Warfare Systems Command, San Diego, CA. RADM Dave Antinitus '74, 13th Company, is the deputy director there. Doug Guthe is at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Fred Raley and John Ball both work "across the street" from Tex. Craig Harvey lives in D.C. and his wife, CAPT (sel) Darlene Woods-Harvey, is also in OPNAV N6 staff.

Mark Hubbard (mhubbard@hst.nasa.gov) was at USNA Class of '01 Commissioning Week activities. They were there, of course, to watch their son, Billy Hubbard '01, put on his ensign shoulder boards (see attached pic). Billy will be heading to NAPS, along with his Navy football teammate, Rashad Jones (the chief President Bush hugger and anchor man), to be assistant coaches for the NAPS football team. After that, he attends Surface Warfare Officer School and then heads to O'BANNON 153

out of Mayport for an 18-month assignment before attending nuke power school. Mark recently moved from Mt. Airy, MD, to a townhouse in the next town over (New Market) and is still working as an aerospace engineer at N A S A Goddard Space Flight Center for the Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Project preparing for the January 2002 mission to update hardware on the HST. He has been spending a lot of time in Houston at the Sonny Carter Training Facility which houses the Neutral Bouyancy Lab (the "big pool" used for simulating space and ranning through the EVA timeline). Mark is also actively involved in pursuing my music interests with Jim "Doc" Doherty and his cousin.

Barb, in the musical group, "20 After" (check out the May 2001 Shipmate). They had a gig on 22 June at his work for a lunchtime concert and then that evening at Ada's Restaurant in New Market, M D , where they open for his son, Chris, and his band, Davis Street Band (http://www.davisstreetband.com).

They are in the process of scheduling gigs in the Westminister area and also in the Boston area (Doc lives in Hull, MA). They hope we'll see them someday on VH-1 and see their CDs at the music stores.

Chuck Trude (tradecr@navsea.navy.mil) sent along a new number: PEO TSC PMS 461E2,WNY B L D G 197 2 W - 1 7 1 4 , 2 0 2 - 7 8 1 - 2 2 6 0 . M i k e Freeman (freemanm002@hawaii.rr.com) retired from the Navy in '98 as a salvage diver and sailed commercially for a few years. Last September he landed in Pearl Hsubor as one of three harbor pilots. Mike recently had the privilege of piloting HIGGINS as they passed through Pearl Harbor while remming from deployment. Meeting us on the pier was HIGGINS' squadron commander, C A P T Phil Wisecup '77, ComDesRon 2 1 . Phil and Mike were shipmates in JULIUS A. PURER ( F F G - 6 ) back in the

late '70s. well, I can tell it's getting close to the reunion, everyone has something to say!

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Pres: CAPT Richard "Rick" White, USN 1404 Hunting Wood Road, Annapohs, M D 21403 w: 202-781-0938; h: 410-295-0089 e: (w) WhiteRW@navsea.navy.mil; (h) betwhite@erols.com Sec'y: Bob Sanderson 210 Autumn Chase Drive, Annapolis, M D 21401 h: 410-571-6267; e: mbsanderson@earthhnk.net From the Yard Has summer really gone by that fast? Is it August already? It seems like only yesterday that I was sitting on Ingram Field watching the Blue Angels fly over the Sevem River during Graduation Week and wishing "Good Luck!" to the Midshipman w e ' v e been sponsoring for the past two years (Mike Missler '03) as he started the first phase of his summer training. The new Plebes have now been here long enough to understand the concept of timemanagement (and maybe even put it to use) while they wait in anticipation for the Brigade to retum and the academic year to begin. Meanwhile, w e ' r e getting ready to put our lawn chairs and croquet set away and pull out our tailgating gear for the start of another Navy Football season. All in all, it's been a very busy summer for the Sanderson family, and I can see from the size of the mailbag this month that many of you have been pretty busy yourselves, so maybe we should just move on to the mail.

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veterans, you cannot recapture expended energy.

From the Mail Bag Walking for awhile entered my mind around mile It looks like we have our second flag officer, Pat 20, but I quickly decided that it wasn't an option.

Walsh (p.m.walsh@nadn.navy.mil), who has been The crowds didn't come to watch a bunch of rannominated for appointment to the grade of rear adners rest when they were tired, they came to watch miral (lower half). Pat is currently serving as exmnners gut it out, not to hit "the wall," but to ran ecutive assistant to the Chief of Naval Personnel right through it, I must say, I felt pretty good, both in Washington, D.C. As always, I'll provide more mentally and physically. By the time I crossed the details on Pat's selection as I become aware of them. finish line and heard the final "beep," there was just not much left in me, which is good, since I Congratulations, Pat, we look forward to many more think that indicates I gave it my best shot. accomplishments from you as you continue to The 1,000 steps past the finish line were much excel in your Naval career! more difficult than the I ,(X)0 steps in front of it since Mike McCarthy (Mikemc77@cs.com) wants to I was stiff and sore. At the finish line, a volunteer let e v e r y o n e k n o w that h e a c c o m p l i s h e d h i s wrapped me in a space blanket to stay warm. AnBoston Marathon Mission with a "chip time" of 4 other volunteer lifted my left foot up onto a 4x8 to hours, 30 minutes, and 11 seconds ("Not bad for a cut the chip off my shoe. She then hung a 2001 guy built like a fire hydrant"). More importantly Boston Marathon medal around my neck followed by a big congratulatory hug. 1 felt pretty cool! Two (and thanks for the most part to his Classmates from volunteers then helped me up onto a pedestal. They Navy), Mike was able to raise over $4,000 for took off the space blanket, straightened my 2001 Multiple Sclerosis. In Mike's own words, "I am Boston Marathon medal around my neck, took a proud to be a member of The Class of ' 7 7 ! Thank quick step back, let the photographer click a picyou, gentlemen!" Now here's Mike's rendition of ture (I think I may have even managed a slight grin), the day's events: and then quickly stepped forward to grab my arms The atmosphere surtounding the marathon was so I wouldn't fall. amazing. On 16 April 2001, Wendy Booker and I My official time was 4:44:49. In other words, I arrived in Hopkinton, MA, at 9 a.m. to prepare crossed the finish line 4 hours, 44 minutes, and for the start, which was scheduled for noon.

49 seconds after the gun went off at noon in "Athlete's Village" in Hopkinton is about the size Hopkinton. My "chip" time, which is the elapsed of four football fields, and is defined by a boundtime from the starting line to the finish line was ary of port-a-potties. There were television trail4:30:11. Overall, I finished number 11,839, so I ers, cameras, and satellite dishes scattered about, guess I gained on more ranners than they gained and the atmosphere was very festive with two ciron me. Most importantly, I ran up to mile 17 with cus tents and a band playing music on stage. Most Wendy Booker, which is pretty impressive—ranfolks were socializing, some were snoozing on air ning her second Boston Marathon with MS and a mattresses, and others were eating bagels and barecent skiing injury. The numbers are not all in, nanas and drinking Gatorade. but this event raised over $200,000 for the MulAt about 11:15 a.m., we started moving toward tiple Sclerosis cause. Thanks again, guys! our "starting corral" with approximately 15,000 Many thoughts have occurted to me as I look runners in front of us and 1,000 behind us. There back over this event, but one thought from the were no less than a dozen helicopters circling overearly stages of my training stands out more than head, and had they been painted camouflage green, the others. At that time I was asking, "What have it would have looked like a scene from "Apoca1 gotten myself into?" (similar to what I was asklypse Now." At 11:55 a.m., we sang the National ing in the summer of 1973), and someone sugAnthem, and the gun went off precisely at noon. gested that I keep the following thought in mind: We crossed the starting line at approximately "Don't be afraid to try something new. Remem12:15 p.m., and I started my stopwatch. As we ber, amateurs built the Ark and professionals built crossed the line, you could hear the high-pitched the Titanic." I am still grinning to this day when"beeps," which are caused by the computer chips ever I think of 16 April 2001 in Boston. What next? the runners wear in their shoes to trigger the startTime to work on my golf game, and I expect that ing sensor pad and log their precise starting time. will really be a monumental task. Boston next A similar sensor pad was on the finish line as well year? Yep, I think so. as every five kilometers throughout the course. In Our hearty congratulations to Mike on his dual fact, many of my supporters were able to track successes in Boston! my progress (every five kilometers) on the BosThe following picture of Paul Ring (paul.ring® ton Marathon Web site (www.bostonmarathon.org). fluordaniel.com) c a m e to m e from an unusual The crowds on both sides of the street were amazsource, Jim McNeece ' 6 7 , the Class of '67 Secreing; up to 12 people deep!

Our plan was to mn ten-minute miles and get a tary. It seems that Paul and his family went fishing drink of water or Gatorade at every station, which out of Key West on a charter boat called TAILHOOKER were located at each mile marker We stuck by which is ran by a retired Naval aviator, CAPT Mike our plan very closely, ticking off the miles, ten Curie '67, who sent the picmre to Jim. The accomminutes at a time. I must have "high-fived" 1.000 panying note didn't say much about what Paul has folks, most of them children. In fact, during the been up to, other than fishing, but Mike noted that later miles, whenever I felt myself getting fatigued, he really enjoys seeing U S N A Alumni on his boat I would run towards the crowd to do some "high"because they're such quality people." His only fiving," a stimulating interaction that was like a advertising is done in Shipmate and he says, "it reshot of adrenaline.

After Hopkinton, we ran through the towns of ally brings in old pals and good solid folks from Ashland, Framingham, Natick, Wellesley, Newother Classes." If you ever get the urge to do some ton, Brighton, and Brookline, and finally to Copley fishing in the Key West area, you might want to Square in Boston. Everybody was cheering as loud check it out TAILHOOKER. as they could; the students at Wellesley College and Boston College (all less than half my age, I'm sure) were partying and cheering so loud, it was impossible to carry on a conversation with a fellow runner. Of the 26 miles, 385 yards, only two of the miles are actually run in Boston, but it was quite an experience! From about mile 7 to mile 18,1 was humming, I was in automatic, I was running very efficiently. In fact. I caught myself a couple of times ranning too fast—can you believe that? As was explained to me by marathon

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I can safely say that Jay speaks for our entire Class when he says, "We tip our hats to you, Tom; you are what makes us proud to say we're members of the Class of '77."

On 14 May 2001, the commanding officer of PORT

ROYAL (CG-73), CAPT Lee Geanuleas (SkateG® aol.com), and the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association hosted a "Friendraising" event when the Pearl Harbor-based PORT ROYAL made a

call to San Francisco, CA. Additionally, Lee hosted nearly 35 young men and women who are interested in the Academy, thanks to the efforts of the Alumni Association's San Francisco Chapter. CAPT Rick Voytek (mongov@aol.com), president of the San Francisco Chapter, represented the Naval Academy Alumni Association and was instrumental in coordinating the San Francisco logistics for this event.

Mike Keeney (m-skeeney@worldnet.att.net) figured that he was due to submit his once-a-decade report, given that he's seen a slew of our Classmates recently. Mike's encounters started on 15 May 2001 at the 32nd Stteet Naval Base in San Diego, CA, where CAPT Tom Hejl (Jayahejl@aol.com) was relieved of command of DUBUQUE ( L P D - 8 ) by Michael. Katie, and Paul Ring with a jack crevalle caught on a wreck 12 miles west of Key West aboard TAILHOOKER

On 8 August 2001, Benny Garcia (garciaba® ms542wpoa.us-state.gov) and his family (Colette, his wife; their children Alejandro and Colette; and their dogs, a poodle and a collie) will be transferring to Brasiha, where he will be the Regional Human Resources Officer at the American Embassy for the next three years. He will also be responsible for human resource matters for personnel in Rio de Janeiro, Recife, and Sao Paulo. Benny is wondering which Classmate(s) wdll be the first to join him and Colette for a drink or two on the Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. Betmy also remraed Stateside from Lima, Pera, for 10 days in late May and early June to attend eight weeks of Portaguese language classes at the Foreign Service Instimte, National Foreign Affairs Training Center in Arhngton, VA. On 11 May 2001, Jay MacKercher attended TomArminio's (arminiot@awc.carlisle.army.mil) retirement ceremony, which was conducted at the Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. Jay had the great pleasure of working with Tom during the past eight months on the OpNav staff, and commented that, "At a time when most retiring captains are reflecting on their naval careers and focusing on lining up a job on the civilian side, Tom was intemally reassigned to work the Task Force response after the incident on COLE (DDG-67). There is no more important work that anyone is doing anywhere, and Tom adeptly handled the demands and stresses." In a touching and most appropriate gesture during the ceremony, Tom's father (Thomas) gave the invocation and benediction (in Jay's words, "Talk about the acom falling close to the tree.. .in looks and the gift of gab"). The guest speaker for the event was VADM Haskins, the Navy's Inspector General, who was one of Tom's early bosses and who had the opportunity to see the "cut of Tom's jib" many years ago. In his speech he emphasized Tom's contributions to the P-3 community, the Navy, and our nation, and he also spoke of the character of his make up.. .no surprises to any of us who know Tom. Tom gave a wonderful speech ("He really is a silver tongued devil") in which he described the principles and values that have motivated him throughout his life. Jan and his family were justifiably proud of Tom, and the ceremony was a fitting tribute to a dedicated husband, father, and naval officer In think

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CAPT Brian McCormack '78. Tom left DUBUQUE after having brought her through an intense 5-month $22-million overhaul following 14 years of being stationed in Sasebo, Japan, as a member of the forward-deployed naval forces. He served as DUBUQUE'S commanding officer since September 1999. After her yard period, Tom successfully brought DUBUQUE through an entire Inter-Deployment Training Cycle in preparation for her August 2001 WestPac deployment. Tom is slated to assume command of KITTY HAWK (CV-63) in Yokosuka,

Japan, in August 2001. Mike says that Tom hasn't aged a day since we graduated, and as fellow "Easy Companymate" Glen "Monk" McCormick (gmccor@worldnet.att.net) put it, "Tom's been freeze dried." Monk is still flying with American Airlines and living on his sailboat, which is now moored in Baltimore Harbor Mike observed that Monk hasn't changed much with that "ever-present grin and those squinting eyes (I know he's at least three intellect levels above us average guys, maybe that's why he is always smiling!)."

Later in the same week, Mike attended Joe Kernan's (keman@navsoc.navy.mil) change of command in Virginia Beach, VA, where Joe assumed command of SpecWarDevGra—"the" bonus command for the snakeeaters (I think he's talking about Seals). It seems that our Class was well represented at that event as well with Dirk Gallagher (dmgallagher@earthlink.net), Chris Ryan (cryan@qualityfabricators.com), Jerry Miller (jermil@pilot.infi.net), Doug "Snuffy" Smith (snuffy@exis.net), and even Pete Engel (peter.w.engel@saic.com), who drove down from Washington, D.C. Mike was really impressed by how well preserved our fellow Classmates are ("Talk about guys who haven't aged a bit...Joe is even 'studlier' than his days at Bancroft"), and reports that it was quite an event ("as impressive as the people of the organization; a host of leaders, politicians and even 'Rudy' of Survivor 1 fame attended"). Mike provided us with the following randown of those Classmates who attended (and he was also wondering what may have kept Charlie "Rat" Racoosin (racooscm@erols.com) from attending): Dirk, Maggie and their four children live in Chesapeake, VA. he's been with Logicon for more than a year, and is to begin a doctorate in knowledge management soon ("The pink, I mean magenta. Porsche is no more!"); Chris works for/with

Jerry at Jerry's very successful ship repair outfit in the local Virginia Beach area; Snuffy recently retired and is now with Sonalyst in Norfolk, VA; Pete and his wife, Susan, just had their second child, Mathew, and they live in Potomac Falls, MD, where he works for SAIC in McLean, VA, and is doing great.

Continuing his great adventure the following week at another change of command in San Diego, CA, Mike saw Jim Gould, who just took over as the AirPac H-60 Class Desk, a federal civil position. With nearly 20 years of H-60 experience, Jim was a natural for the job. He also said he enjoys the 1.7-mile commute to work—on his bike! This past fall, Jim and wife, Carrie, bought a house in Coronado, CA (to which Mike remarked, "We're all waiting for the next big step there, Jimbo! As a late family starter myself, having a few Classmates with kids younger than ours warms my heart").

Mike also saw George Barton who was taking over HSLWingPac two days later (unfortunately, Mike couldn't attend his change of command).

Now in case you're wondering what kind of job allows Mike to have this much time off to attend all of these ceremonies, he just finished a one-year stint with Deloitte Consulting in San Francisco, CA, and after a year of commuting up the coast every week he decided that it was enough, so he's looking for a new opportunity in San Diego. Mike started with Deloitte Consulting soon after he transitioned from the Navy (in Febraary 2000), where he had been the XO and then the CO of the Navy Personnel R&D Center in San Diego. NPRDC was essentially a Navy consulting firm that was 90% staffed by a group of very bright civilians, and Mike said it was great preparation for the "real" world. Mike and his wife, Susie, have two children, Ryan (7) and Carly (4) ("They keep us young and always on the go"). Around Coronado, they see a few other Classmates and families. In late May 2001, Ryan's baseball team played the "Golden Homets," which is coached by Craig "Dirley (loriturley@aol.com), who is CO FTCPAC in San Diego "on the side", and Gar Wright (garl234@aol.com), who "moonlights" with Amsec/SAIC and drills occasionally at AirPac (as long as it doesn't conflict with his little league coaching duties). At NAAA events, Mike has also seen Tom Bauer (72032.126® compuserve.com), who is flying with Southwest Airlines and also starting up a new Intemet travel business (Tom says to contact him if you're interested). Jim Kear is the Chief of Staff at SurfPac and is awaiting his DesRon command (Mike expects to read about Jim as the "new" Senator from West Virginia someday). Jack Gavin (gav77@msn.com) is living in Carlsbad, CA, and works for Solomon, Smith, Bamey (where he updates Mike regularly on financial news and good humor). In April 2001, Mike also saw Dave Vail (DVail@Periniwest.com) and family in Las Vegas, NV, where he is "kickin' it" as the Regional Safety guru with Perini Construction. Coincidentally, I recently received a note that Dave's wife, Mary, was awarded the 2001 Women's Role Model Award by the Nevada State Attomey General in recognition of her "outstanding contribution in providing valuable guidance and leadership to the citizens of Nevada through [her] activism, dedication, and community involvement." Congratulations to Dave and Mary on her latest award.

Believe it or not, that's about all that Mike had to report for the past decade (and all the news that I have, too). We hope to hear from him again a little sooner next time!

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style. You know if he could've just written the "Laws of the Navy" a lot of us may have had an easier time with that particular rate. However, I digress, on to mail call.

Matt Elias (MPGEE@aol.com) is doing well and finds retired life in Dallas to be very good. Dallas has had a very wet spring and things were lush and green. Of course, by now, that's probably not the case and it's 105 and dry. Matt was contemplating aloud how life twists and mms the realities we perceived as youngsters. (People in retirement get to do that a lot you know—contemplate aloud.. .about life, a la Wilfred Brimley.) Anyway, Matt pondered Dave Vail, his wife, Mary, and their children, Sean and that no one, least of all he or me, would have thought Ashley, at the celebration party in honor of Mary receiving the 2001 Nevada Women's Role Model Award that I would leave active duty at eight or nine years (It was almost 11, Matt.) and he would end up doClass Communication Just a couple of reminders about our 25 th Reunion ing 20. Going even further, he queried, "Who would plans. As I had said last month (and will probably have thought...that, 1, the Cahfomian, would end repeat quite often in the months before the reunion), up in New England and Matt, a Cumberland, RI, New Englander, would end up in Texas?" Heck, he our 25th Reunion is scheduled for the weekend of 20-22 September 2002, which is one week before even went further on to add that Phil Winters is a Homecoming Weekend. Mark your calendars now surprise for having ended up in Califomia and not so you can't possibly forget that it's being held one back in his East Coast (Maryland) roots. Well, Matt, week before Homecoming Weekend. The last thing that's life and the military for you; one just never that Soup wants you to forget is that all of the fes- knows what will happen. (And it isn't over yet!) tivities for our 25th Reunion will be happening one But as I say—Semper Gumby (Always Flexible).

Speaking of Phil Winters, Matt wrote that Phil had week before Homecoming Weekend. been with fogdog.com, an Intemet athletic sales Also keep in mind that we have set-up the folcompany. The company straggled like so many lowing five committees (and Committee Chairmen) Intemet companies and then was acquired by someto help plan and coordinate the reunion activities: one larger Phil was one of the few execs they kept Golf Ouring—Thom McKee (Magool310@ but recently he decided to leave them. Phil is supaol.com; 410-489-5080); Dinner Dance and Muposed to be coming to Dallas in the near future. sic—Tom "Soup" Campbell (Tom.Campbell® Matt's pretty psyched about having one of his old longandfoster.com; 703-293-6368); Tailgate roomies nearby. As for our other llth CompanyParty—Carl Moore (cmoore7354@aol.com); mates, Matt had not seen Rusty Cone since before Memorabilia—Dave Harding (dph@arinc.com; Christmas and it has been much longer since he saw 410-266-2249); and Transportation—Leon Prentiss Hall. Prentiss was president of Don Jackson (leon.Jackson@dc.gov or actioneod@ Pablo's Restaurants but left them to go with someaol.com; 703-830-6962, w: 202-727-7664). If you one else. Rusty Cone is president of Alliance Syshave any specific inputs or suggestions, please send tems, a privately owned telecom company in Piano, an email directly to the appropriate chairman (you TX. Matt came very close to going to work for can't complain unless you get involved!).

Rusty last fall? Rusty had been looking for a vice Closing Remarks president of human resources. Matt almost accepted By the time you read this column, I will have the offer but in the end stayed were he was. Lookcompleted the Annapolis-Newport Race with two ing back. Matt figures it was the right decision. other Alumni (Eric Baittinger '71 and Charlie However, he also remarked it still would have been Kineke '82), and Michelle will be on her way to great working for Coach Cone. Yes, Matt, but when merry-old England to attend a three-week course would work get done? in "Anglican Spirituality and Enculturation" at Canterbury Cathedral. As usual, we'll be attending Andy Karakos (Karakosa@essex.navy.mil) sent all of the Navy home games, which begin next an update since his change of command. Now the month, and we even hope to start flying the '77 commodore of ESSEX Amphibious Ready Group Balloon regularly at the games (once the minor re- (ARG), Andy's command consists of ESSEX (LHDpairs are completed, of course). Anyway, I hope 2), JUNEAU (LPD-10), GERMANTOWN ( L S D - 4 2 ) and everyone's had a great summer and we look for- FORT MCHENRY ( L S D - 4 3 ) . The ARG just completed ward to ranning into some familiar faces in Annapo- Exercise Tandem Thrast 2001 inside Australia's lis this fall as we prepare once again to Beat Army] Great Barrier Reef For the exercise, Andy had two —Bob Sanderson Australian ships LPAs, HMAS MANOORA and HMAS KANIMBLA included in his Combined ARG. Of course, when you hear about the great shopping trips and ports of call Andy made (included a tri to the Crocodile Hunter's Zoo in Queensland, Australia, and a chance to see his wife, Karen, you reAnnual Membership: 18% alize that life is not that rough anymore and it is Life Membership: 70% good to be the king-commodore.) As for the family, the queen of the household, Karen, is doing well Pres: Arch Griffin holding court with the kids. Kevin (12) is starting Sec'y: Vince Balderrama 7th grade and Krystyna (21) and in the Marine 45 Little Fawn Drive, Shelton, CT 06484 Corps. (Isn't it great to see that our kids tum out e: VBalderrama@Sikorsky.com smarter than us?) Following graduation from Parris Class Web site: http://usnal978.org Island, she went on computer school in Athens, GA. Lots of news in the mailbag so no clever thoughts Now a lance corporal, she is stationed in dad's backor quips—besides, those of you who know my GPA yard in Okinawa. Andy said her graduation was a know that it's pretty tough for me to walk and chew proud day for her naval family, with her Navy capgum at the same time, let alone try to create Pulitzer tain dad, master chief ship serviceman (30 years Prize winning literamre. Doctor Seuss is more my

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and retired) paternal grandfather and master gunnery sergeant maternal grandfather (30 years and retired). Surprisingly, her Parris Island CO was one of Andy's Marine captains that had been embarked on GERMANTOWN when he was her CO. I told Andy that if he wanted to keep up the trend of contacts looking after his daughter he should get a hold of Okinawa residents LtCol Gary Eisenmann and Jim Shulson. Then I thought it over and decided we shouldn't rain the kid's career so early on. If you want to keep track of Andy, drop him an email or check out the PhibRon Eleven's Web site if you get a chance (http://www.cprl 1 .navy.mil/).

Dave "Duncan" Heinz's (dheinz@early.com) wife, Kathy, sent an update. Duncan pinned on eagles on 1 April. He was in the process of checking out of the Pentagon and heading south to Pax River, MD. In typical military logic, Dave, an F-18 bubba, will now be the KC-130 program manager Go figure. Acmally, he's happy with it. He'll mix up being a geo-bachelor with an occasional commute so the kids don't have to leave their good high schools. Kathy will mind the home front and keep busy as an office manager for an orthodontist.

Speaking of colonels, the Reserve selection Ust came out. If my eyes didn't deceive me and my mind didn't escape me, I think I saw that among the selections were: Steve "Jock" Maloney, Marty Thamm, Mike Spencer, and Tim "Magoo" Murphy. Congrats to all. If I missed anyone, I'm sure I'll hear about it—especially if you have an alert wife like Kathy Heinz.

Deadeye Mel Cecil Haney (CHaney718@aol.com) provided proof that Mel Williams is having fun on the operational side of things as Chief of Staff for Carrier Group 5 assigned to the KFTTY HAWK Battle Group.

While Mel is clearly having fun Cecil reports that he is commanding a desk, computer, and telephone in the five-sided wonderland—the Pentagon. Cecil is working for SecDef's Comptroller as a Congressional Appropriations Liaison Action Officer. Cecil was at service selection night for '01. While there, he intraded at a gathering of soon to be submariners. He tried toft-adea set of orders with the Mids so he could "start all over again." No such luck, there were no takers. (Well what did you think, Cecil? Remember, those kids are among the smartest in the Class.) Better luck next year and Cecil, thanks for the update.

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Cecil attempting to swap orders By now Billy Martin (BILLUSNA78@aol.com) has finally had that knee replacement surgery he'd been scheduled for. Beforehand, he had a little consult from Classmates Dr. James Pointer (a.k.a.

CAPT Bulk), CAPT Drew Nienhaus (pork chop supreme), CAPT Bobby Engel , and Billy's old Plebe and youngster roomie, Les Burke. (Billy hadn't seen Les since he left the Academy in March of '76.) Billy's son, Sean, recently won the award as the Inspirational Student Hero from the City of Pensacola and Cox Communications. Sean was recognized for overcoming his stroke and while still excelling in the Classroom (he finished middle school with a perfect 4.0!), participating in music (he plays a mean trombone), and athletics, as a swimmer! He hopes to be an animator at Disney someday. (We look forward to seeing film credits with his name rolling on them someday.) Sean has also been nominated to carry the Olympic torch in 2002! He has really worked hard after his stroke and Billy is rightfully proud of him!

Tony "The Shad" Shaddix (Ashaddix@ brinks.com) broke a 23-year silence when he sent an email "Cliff Notes" version of what's been going on in his life. Paraphrasing Mark Twain he wrote that "the ramors of his death are untrue." In fact, he is alive and well in San Diego. He recently ran into Kevin "Grinch" Lynch in Las Vegas as both work for major security installation companies (Brink's and ADT, respectively). But he had an expectation of seeing many more Classmates at Alex Callas' annual charity gold (golf) event. Shad boasted to the world that Grinch and Schmerm could expect to continue to donate to the Shad team again this year, "especially as the Shad has his game better than ever!" We'll see how trae his boast became when I get a written report from Alex of what 1 expect was another successful golf toumament for MS. Like me, Tony hasn't been in the cockpit in a lo-o-o-o-ng time. The last time for him was at his last NATOPS check in an H-46 back in Guam. He recalled he did his last fleet tour in Singapore but it was so-o-o-o long he could only remember it was either flying or something related to flying. The rest of the details had been lost in a "senior moment."

After active duty, Tony ended up with Brink's Home Security, revamping and standardizing their safety and training program, inventing operational policies and motivating the tech force. He says the job isn't bad but he'll always long for the old times. He ended his email with a vow to try and check in sooner than every 23 or so years. Please do, Tony or you'll be writing to the Shipmate staff because I'll be taking a dirt nap.

Dr. (PhD) Bob McMasters (mcmaste7@ msu.edu) attached a photo of he and Mary Lynn with their oldest son, Robert L. McMasters V (i.e. the 5th). The picture was taken at their son's graduation from Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington, MO. The local U.S. Congressman, a Wentworth graduate himself, was the keynote speaker, as well as a four-star Army general. The Shipmate, July-August 2001

general commissioned the new Army 2nd Lts in Bob V's Class. Since Bob V was not on an ROTC scholarship, he wasn't commissioned. Despite not being ROTC he still enjoyed all the "good deals" that a military academy such as Wentworth had to offer— much hke our experiences at USNA! (A little character building never hurt anyone.) Since Wentworth is a junior college, Bob's son has an associate degree. Bob believes this makes his son the first of the '78 offspring to hold a post-secondary diploma.

Unless there any counter-claims, he holds the distinction. Of course Bob, the younger, will continue to go on to get the bachelor's degree (in elementary education at Central Missouri State University), as will his 2nd Lt Classmates. Still, don't you guys find it interesting that the Army commissions 2nd Lts without bachelor's degrees? Of course, they can't be any worse than those with the four-year certificates of attendance at that Trade School on the Hudson. Thanks for the update. Doctor Bob.

#«?t^,l|80 A McMasters graduation George Tryee ( TGeorge678@aol.com) sent a Hemdon photo that'll bring back some memories.

In this case it's he that caught his son, Michael Tryee '04, and his '04 Classmates after Hemdon was over. George may just have caught somebody else's son or daughter too (so look closely). If you have a kid in this '04 group but weren't able to make it to Hemdon, George also has a bunch of other digital shots that he offers to send you. Just drop him an email. George says that the cool, wet weather was probably a blessing for the Class of '04 as there was still enough heat being generated at the bottom of the pile to have steam rising from the water the upper-Class were spraying on them to try and keep them cool! Michael spent most of his time at the bottom helping to anchor the pile. He had a nice red welt come up on the right side of his face from being kicked; along with being braised all over the next day; but he enjoyed earning them on his way to being no longer a Plebe.

Michael Tyree '04 Hemdon Cammy and Loren Divers (lorendd® yahoo.com) and their infant son, Soho, send "Aloha" to Classmates and friends. They recently acquired several properties that are in the "tumaround" phase. They have begun to concentrate on affordable housing for first time homebuyers.

(Something desperately needed in Hawaii!) One site has 14 homes that are condo units. They'll resell them on lease option agreements so buyers have

time to qualify for their financing. Some buyers will need help. The general idea is to help them break the rental cycle and convert to ownership. Several of their other tenants are contract sei^vice providers for the State Hospital offering in and outpatient mental and addiction services. Loren says that's convenient 'cuz if he ever goes off the deep end Cammy knows who to call.

Cammy and Loren Also out in Hawaii is Jim VanDerKamp (Vandy@hawaii.rr.com). Vandy says everything is just fine there in paradise. The boys are getting big.

Nicholas, who Vandy says I reported in a previous column as being a girl, is six now. Vandy says Nicholas is probably taller than me (not much of a boast) and is going up for his green belt in Tae Kwon Do. Despite the claim that I said he was a girl, Nicholas still wants to meet me. I hope that's not to make me take back that "girl" description with a can of Ninja wupa**! I can only hope Vandy was in error or I can claim the cite was probably based on an extract from somebody else's letter! As for the others, Cameron (13) is quite the jock (soccer, track, surfing). He and his dad just ran the Maui Marathon together Spencer (3 going on 6) is going to be another athlete. He always wants to play ball— any kind as long as it's rough and tumble. And he's been swimming like a fish since he mmed 2 years old. Barb's fine and is doing her best to keep ahead of the crowd in a testosterone filled house. (Jim even reported that my buddy, his mom, is doing well too.—Hi, "Mom"!) Jim was treated to a surprise when STENNIS pulled in to Pearl Harbor. Wade Tallman is the XO! Having been "running mates" at the Academy it was a pleasant surprise to find out. Not having heard their names together on any police reports I take it they hadn't exactly linked up (yet).

Speaking of linking up—Mr. Steve Zahm (szahm2@home.com) is searching for his former JFK High School Class of '74 Classmate (and our Classmate) Tom Miller. Tom wherever you are, drop Steve and another buddy Jim Cunningham a line. Following that same "hit and ran" theme, I came across 12th Company's Jim Rennie. In doing some business type Web surfing, I noted that Jim is the XO and Chief of Staff for the Mine Warfare Command in Corpus Christi. A quick call to Jim revealed he is alive and well. My sister-in-law also provided an au pair for a Classmate, Kurt Tidd.

Seems Kurt and his family are heading to Annapohs. Kurt's wife will be finishing up her final four years in the Navy as a doctor at the Naval Academy Hospital. Kurt, what will you be doing? Fill me in on the details. I guess we can count on you as another tailgate volunteer. Just report to Ed Reid.

He'll get you started.

Jim "Tall Daddy" Shulson (jimvickof @momo2000.com) wasn't able to attend the recent D.C. '78 luncheon that Fred Butterfield coordinates. Writing from Okinawa, Jim gave some lame excuse that he only gets 30 minutes for lunch. Due to a few time zone differences (13) he just didn't 157

think he could influence the time any more than he could the tide and formation! He sure wished he could be with everybody but geography is a real bear to beat. Jim sent his best to all '78ers. When he wrote it was "Live from Okinawa, it's Friday aftemoon happy hour!" He boasted that that's one of the benefits of living in Japan—his happy hour comes well before ours on a Friday aftemoon/ evening! Of course, when did he ever have to wait for 5 p.m. local time when he could declare that somewhere the sun was setting on the yardarm.

Well that's a load for this combined month colunm. In closing here's some proof of my January visit with Ray Luevano that I spoke of in a previous column. ( I ' m the good-looking guy sitting down!). Keep those cards and letters (and emails) coming in. Until next month, Launchin' Spot 4.

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Pres: LCDR Sean Gate, USN (Ret.) e: scate79@home.com Sec'y: LCDR John "Wiz" Withers, U S N (Ret.) 22445 Bluebu-d Court, Leonardtown, M D 20650 h: 301-997-1980; w: 301-342-4936 ext. 156 e: (h) WithersJ7@starpower.net; (w) WithersJD@navair.navy.mil Class Web site: www.usna79.com Greetings, ' 7 9 !

And a happy summer to all! Here's hoping you're taking the time to enjoy those back yard barbecues, family vacations, twilight rounds of golf, bike rides, etc. Last fall, Karen and 1 started talking about how we weren't going to let this summer get away from us. We discussed weekend trips to Maryland's Easte m Shore, hiking in the Shenandoahs, visiting family in the Midwest/California, and even a week's visit to raral Vermont. But now, with my recent travel schedule, I find it very easy to put off doing those things until "next week." Even as I sit here in the middle seat on the flight home after another business trip, I realize I ' m in danger of "nextweeking" myself out of another s u m m e r Let's face it—there's no such thing as "finding time" to do the things we want to do. We have to "make time" for them, carving out slices of busy schedules for actually doing those things we keep talking about. OK, OK, sorry about the use of the plural. I'll put that mouse back in my pocket and begin carving some slices of this column for the things you really want to see!

We are fortunate to start off this month with the following message from our fearless leader and allaround good guy, Class President Sean Cate: By now you all should have received my USNA Foundation fund-raising solicitation letter and had a chance to think about supporting the many programs for which these funds are earmarked. IDC. the company conducting this solicitation for the Foundation, has reported to me that our Class is 158

off to a good start—over $10,500 pledged as of 17 April. Let's keep it up. By the way, in this campaign, all classes are trying to raise a total of $ 175M by the end of 2005. Some recent gifts from well-to-do Alumni have made a dent in that total, so the entire campaign is already doing well.

On 3 April, 1 attended the Class President's meeting at USNA. George Watt '73 addressed us on Alumni Association growth. There are 49.000 living grads of USNA. The Alumni Association has 45.000 members (non-grads and associates can also be members). They are looking to grow the membership to 60.000 by 2005. At the same time, member benefits and services will grow—check Shipmate periodically for updates.

We also need to help identify worthy candidates (take my son and daughter—please) to be the Midshipmen of the future. A concerted campaign is being established through the various local association chapters to assist with recraitment. If you haven't checked out your local Alumni Chapter lately, give it a look.

Alumni communications were also discussed.

The Association has about 23.000 email addresses in its database—if they don't have yours, please let them know. (If you have not received email from the Alumni Association in the past three months, they probably don't have your address.) Everyone should check out the Alumni Association Web site, www.usna.com, at least once a month to find out the new things they (we) are doing. Shipmate is also a valuable tool for communications —read more of it than your Class column.

One more thing, it is never too early to start planning for our next big party—the 25-year reunion of the Class of "79 in 2004. If anyone has ideas, please let me know. 1 need someone to coordinate this event—whoever does will eam the etemal gratitude of your Classmates! I need immediate input on when we should gather—options include Homecoming, another football weekend, a spring weekend, other. Also, where should we hold the reunion—in Annapolis. Washington.

D C . South Dakota (for Ken Russell), or even San Diego? Nothing is written in stone at this point, and all suggestions will be considered.

Please let me know your thoughts. Omnes Viri '79.

Thanks, Sean, for all the updates. What about it, gang? Should we have our next big reunion on a weekend other than Homecoming? Or do we want to gather somewhere else besides Annapohs? Or is the traditional USNA Homecoming the way to go? Send those emails in to Sean—operators are standing by!

You know, I never cease to be amazed at the sacrifices some of us make for our Classmates. "Whenever I hear the word "sacrifice," I immediately think of Russell Nevitt (70224.1271 @compuserve.com).

Here's a guy who, in the midst of the "Worst Energy Crisis To Ever Hit The State of Califomia," spends part of his 30-minute allotment of electricity just to send an email with Classmate news.

Russell writes: Hope this finds you happy and healthy. Yeah, we are all still alive and in the dark out in Southem Califomia. I can barely see by the light of the flickering candle, and concentration is difficult as Heidi swears while pedaling furiously to maintain an even current flow to power the desktop.

Still. I wanted to pass along a few pics from Ted Branch's recent change of command.

Ted just tumed over as XO of STENNIS. and assumed command of CoRONAno. CORONAI50 is a converted LPD. serving as flagship and sea-based Battle Lab for 3RD FLT. Only reason I know all that is my Reserve unit works in support of 3rd FLT. aboard Ted's ship. If nothing else, I should get a cup of hot coffee once in awhile. Ted should serve as CO for about 18 months, and look for selection as CVN CO. It was a great COC, and Ted gave a very nice speech. His whole family came out. and it was a good homecoming for a few 22nd CO '79ers as well.

Change of command: Pat Temple, Ted Branch, Russell Nevitt, and John Ziegler The first picture is Pat Temple, Ted Branch, myself, and John Ziegler. John left after Plebe Year, became a SEAL, and now does stuff we can't talk about here. Suffice to say he still carries a gun to work. The other shows all of us a few hours later, enjoying Ted's hospitality. Ted's mom, Jackie, and his wife, Jodie, are picWred up front.

Mike Muldoon. another 22nd Company '79er is in the back with Pat. Mike could not make the ceremony; he was busy as one of the lead joint replacement orthopedic surgeons up at Balboa.

Heidi can no longer stand up. so she is on the floor with John Z. Her sister is married to John, who first met through one of Dan Bursch's shuttle launches last year, but that is another story.

Mike Muldoon joins the group at the Branch Ranch Rob Sterling had passed through a few days before, qualifying in the C-12 before he goes to Japan to assume command as ComFAirWestPac. Don't ask what it stands for (Humble Sec'y note: If memory serves, that's Commander Fleet Air, Westem Pacific). Uncle Bud (Dan) will come out to visit in June with his family and swear to his wife that the weather really isn't that much different than Houston.

Hey. Heidi is starting to falter, so I better sign off. Please give my regards to all you happen to meet. To paraphrase that quote, "whenever two shall meet, lies will be told, liquor will be consumed, and the tales will grow taller with the telling." Omnes Viri.

Thanks, Russ, for that great update and the photos.

My final item this month, just barely under the deadline wire, c o m e s to us courtesy of CAPT Gordon Peterson '68, USN (Ret.), senior editor.

Sea Power magazine and Class of '68s Corresponding Secretary: I want to alert you to a "page one" article on Mark Lange that will appear in our June "Naval Aviation" issue of Sea Power magazine, the Navy League's official monthly publication. Our Sea Power article describes the Navy League Foundation's award of a $2,500 college scholarship to Mark's daughter. Jamie. You may know that she was six months old when Mark was killed in Lebanon and. as Mark was divorced, his grandparents raised her. The text of the article will appear under our Sea Power icon on our Navy League homepage (www.navyleague.org) without the two photos in the magazine.

For those of you who didn't know him, Mark L a n g e , 34th Company, was killed in action on

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4 December 1983, when the A-6 he was piloting was shot down over Syria during retaliatory strikes following the bombing of the Marine Barracks in Beirat. Both Mark and his BN successfully ejected, but Mark died shortly thereafter from injuries sustained in the ejection. You may remember the highly pubUc repatriation of his BN, Bobby Goodman, who was released after talks between Jesse Jackson and Syrian officials.

This fall, thanks in part to the Navy League, Mark's daughter Jamie will be attending Grand Valley State University in Allendale, MI, studying communications. If you haven't seen the article, I would highly encourage you to look up the June 2001 Sea Power magazine on the Navy League's Web site. Or, send me a quick note and I'll email you a copy. I'd like to extend the sincere thanks of our Class to CAPT Peterson for alerting us to the article, and for sending the photos of Mark and Jamie that appear in this column.

Mark Lang and daughter Jamie, circa 1983 In closing this month, the Class officers and I would like to congramlate all those sons and daughters of '79 who graduated from high school this summer. I know there are a lot of proud parents out there, and you have every right to be. So now, take the time to enjoy summer and Shipmate, of course!

See you in the fall! —Wiz Omnes Viri!

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Pres: Tim Kobosko Sec'y: CDR Joseph A. Grace Jr., USNR 15 Allard Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70119 h: 504-486-9040; w: 504-539-9255 f 504-539-9257; e: jgrace@notc.org Class Web site: http://www.USNA1980.org Greetings to one and all from the hot state of Louisiana. The really nasty months in the south have just hit and we have begun the praise ceremonies for the person who invented air conditioning!

Hemdon is now behind us and another Class has made it past Plebe year and into the rank and file of those who went before. Congrats, Class of 2004!

You might have noticed that there was no Shipmate magazine delivered in June. June is a month of respite for the Class secretaries so this next submission is a double issue. We have a few photos still coming in from the big bash of Homecoming and a few that have made it from camera to page— if you have any shots that you would like to share and get posted to the site—send them in!

Hopefully you remember that for the last few issues I have put out calling for those interested in being considered for Class Officer elections. As of today, with the exception of the incumbent Shipmate, July-August 2001

officers, 1 have not had a single request for any Classmates who have asked to be considered for Class elections. That means one of several things— either we are doing one hell of a job—or—no one would be foolish enough to volunteer for these jobs—or no one is out there. There are certainly more options, but those are a few. Presently the Class Officers are as follows: (Each has indicated a desire to run again) Tim Kobosko—President; Mike McDaniel—Vice President; and Joe Grace— Class Secretary/Treasurer.

Each of the incumbent officers is willing to serve again. I've officially thrown my hat in the ring to continue as secretary and I know that Kobo has offered to remain as Class President. Look for activity and voting info on the Web. If you are interested, send in your name to be considered. We will not use the butterfly ballot.

Lyie Burnham has recently gotten the Class signed up on Yahoo Groups. Each of you should have gotten a notice via email. That is one of the mechanisms that we'll use for the elections.

Our first note comes once again from our West Coast Rep, Jill Votaw (Votaw.Jill@ sb.ctirsw.navy.mil): Greetings from Napoli! I'm over here on twoweek AT (that's active duty for those non-reservists) working in the Public Information Office at AFSOUTH. But, lest you think all is fun and games, I've already spent two days in Pristina, Kosovo and am flying tomorrow to Skopje, FYROM (Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia) for two days. Both times were to provide media training to the NATO/AFSOUTH generals who run the Kosovo Forces.

First I trained MGEN Cecchi, Italian Army, the Deputy Commander of the Kosovo Forces, and while in Skopje I will train the commander of Kosovo Forces, Rear—a German general. Today I got to media train the Deputy Commander in Chief of AFSOUTH, a Greek LGEN; the Deputy Chief of Staff of AFSOUTH, aSpanishLGEN and the Director of Management of AFSOUTH, a German MGEN. Loads of fun! I have gotten to Pompeii and Herculeneum, but that's about all the touring I've had time for—other than in combat areas! Ciao. Beat Army'.

Harley Skidmore (Harley.Skidmore@ sficorp.com) sent in this note from Lee Korzan, one of our "missing" 14th Classmates with a great 20 year update that he sent to all of us on the 14th Company email list.

I just received the email from Frank McKinney re the father of the Marine recrait at San Diego. It motivated me so much that I finally loaded all of your email addresses into my address book—I hope you all get this message. I have read all the stuff you have been sending my way and figured I'd better send something out before you decide to delete me from your address books. I wish Mary and I could have attended the reunion activities last year but it just didn't work with our schedules. Here's a quick update from our end: Mary and I went "over 20" last June. We've been living here in Granger, IN (same address—can you believe it!), since I left active duty in '93. Our oldest daughter, Jenny, is a freshman in high school and will turn 15 next month. What little remaining hair that I have will be gone soon—especially once she begins driver's ed. Andrea (who tums 11 next month) and Joshua (8) are doing great. Mary continues to write poetry and short prose and has been published in several books sold nationally and overseas (e.g.. Chicken Soup for the Soul and Stories for the Heart). She is so-o-o-o-o talented.

I continue to work for the County prosecutor as one of his chief deputy prosecutors. I'm also double-hatted right now as the community prosecutor for the city of Mishawaka, IN. The hours are horrendous but I love the work and the people.

I'm also a special coart-marnal judge with the Marine Corps Reserve. I'll be in Montgomery, AL, during 22-27 April for an Interservice Military Judge's seminar. (Just got my orders via email— what a great improvement. The last orders I received came to the house via Federal Express after I had already commenced my travel!)

I hope you and your families are well. I regret not keeping in touch with you but vow to do better in the future. Of course, you all have standing invitations to visit and stay with us anytime you're in the area.

Brian Kosinski (kosinski.brian@ssd.loral.com) wrote in with this update: I've been a wee bit busy at Space Systems Loral since my promotion to director of product reliability last October. Two trips to Paris in the last month is tough duty, but somebody has to do it... It is great having Ken "Mac" MacDonald here, although since he "hit the deck plate running" it is hard to even break away for lunch very often. It is amazing how an Academy guy can become a critical team member after only being at the company for a month (he is working on the top company project.) I guess that training he got at Bancroft Hall by wiring a microphone into the 8th wing PA system gave him practical EE skills that are paying big dividends now. (I will never forget the look on the Mate of the Decks face at 2 a.m. when he heard over the PA system "Pissst, Mate, this is God speaking...") Hope all is well with you. Just a reminder to anyone passing through San Jose or San Francisco to give me a call at 650-903-0113.

One of our own Class of 1980 personnel recentiy had the opportunity to meet the President and Vice President of the United States in the White House.

Chris Tindal (tindalch@efdsouth.navfac.navy.mil) from 26th Company is the brother-in-law of the new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Honorable Mel Martinez. Many of the 26th Company "mooses" may remember traveling to Orlando to visit with Mel and Chris' sister, Kitty.

Afew weeks ago, Chris went to Washington, D.C, to observe the ceremonial swearing-in of Mel in the Oval Office. Chris was completely in awe. He said he could not believe he was meeting the President and the Vice President. It was a unique, once-in-alifetime experience. This may not be his last time to attend special events in Washington, D.C. With Mel at HUD, Chris will probably be going up to visit his sister and brother-in-law frequently.

Chris is a commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve, attached to the Commander, Sixth Fleet Reserve unit out of Atlanta, GA. He was very proud to wear his uniform to meet the commander-in-chief.

Having met and talked with the President and Vice President, Chris feels very confident of this administration. They are both very personable, and are honestly enthusiastic about their roles as the leaders of the free world.

This note came in from Tony Verducci (ajverducci@home.com): I attended Brian Burlingame's retirement ceremony in Memorial Hall on 1 June. I know Brian had a photographer who took a photo of '80 members present. Jeff Johnstone spoke at the ceremony and did a magnificent job reflecting on Brian and Susan, their families, and a rather magical 21-i-years.

It was a bit hard for me to believe that eight months have flown by since I retired from the Corps. Our family loves Northem Virginia and feels fortunate to have remained in place after a final tour at Quantico. I'm enjoying the challenges associated with practicing labor and employment law a large and terrific D.C. law firm, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius. Life is good and we look forward to taking advantage of opportunities to visit with Classmates.

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Brian Wauer (bwauer@san.rr.com) wrote in with a new email address. Alex S c h w a n (as3usna@ sunhne.net) also sent in his new info: 1(X) Madrid Blvd. #113, Punta Gorda, FL 33950; 941-639-8877 or 941-624-2100; toll-fiw 1-800-398-8849. Terry WTiite is part of the management team (director of Marketing and Product Development) at a starmp intemet/telecom firm based in D.C. and Silicon Valley. Kenneth Flack (kenflack@earthlink.net) sent in his new address Also, Margo and Hanson Pickerl (hpickerl@ameritech.net) have a new mailing address effective 13 July: 1547 Pine Lake Drive, Naperville, IL 60564.

John Elnitsky (elnitsky@eagnet.com) may have a unique distinction regarding command, anyone else still there? Here's his note: Here's a littie tidbit for you. If my calculations are correct I may be the last guy from 80 in command at sea. My change of command is on 22 June at 10 a.m.. so if you feel like a trip to Kings Bay you are more than welcome. I know I'm the last submariner from '80 still on the boats as the Naval Submarine League saw fit to recognize me as the "longest" (translation oldest) submarine qualified officer still assigned to a submarine. Oh well, it had to happen to all of us someday. The last of our Classmates in Kings Bay. Mike Budney, was relieved on PENNSYLVANIA in Febraary and is in Japan on battle group staff. I'll leave MAINE and be heading to San Diego and the Space and Naval Warfare Command. Should be fun. More later.

SKI. Commanding Officer. MAINE

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This note came in from John Inglis, (john.inglis@ mdbalt.ang.af.mil) who is the brother of Pat Inglis, who was killed in an A-6 accident in May 1983.

His note is short and to the point and I hope that we will honor his request.

A friend passed the word to me this spring that the Class of 1980 periodically conducts memorial services for deceased Class members (most notably during Homecoming). He also noted that "family members" were invited. I don't believe members of Pat's immediate family were aware of this.

While Pat's body was never recovered, his name is inscribed on the USNA Columbarium. Pat's family (mom, dad, brothers, sisters) still live in and around Baltimore and would very much appreciate being able to participate in any future memorial services you have. You could use me as the POC for the family. Thanks in advance for your time and attention, Chris Inglis, 605 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis, M D 21403; 410-268-6918.

I hope that we will all take a little time to keep his family in the loop and make them feel a part of the Class of 1980. Thanks for the input and we will work as a Class to make sure that we keep you up on any and all activities.

A few good men and women of the Class were picked up for captain in this last board. One of them was Dale L u m m e (Lumme.Dale@hq.navy.mil) of the 33rd Herd. We recently put some photos from 1-Day up on a Web site and Dale was dressed pretty stylishly in some awesome plaid pants. We are all wondering about the boards decision-making process—so here is his response: Yes—we all know better. That's what makes it so astounding. Even though the board knew I was a charter member of the record setting professional Junior Officer Readiness Review (JOKE) 33rd Herd performance, they still picked me. Imagine that. I realize everyone knows how jealous Rat (Pete Stanford) is of my pathetic plaid pants. If you wait long enough even '70s plaid pants come back into style—at least they still fit. But. please don't tell Roxanne they are 25 years old—they'll be in the Salvation Army bin faster than 1 can swim—and that's not that fast (Joel, Charlie and I were varsity members of the swimming sub squad).

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Mike Maliniak (maliiiiakmt@ccg2.navy.mil or maliniakmt@aol.com) sent in this update: Just getting back from deployment so I thought I would drop you a line. I am still on the ComCaeGra Two staff embarked on HARRY S TRUMAN (CVN-75). Will be heading back to Norfolk in a few days after spending some time in the Meditertanean and Arabian Gulf A whole new world for someone who has spent most of his or her life under water. But I have to admit I had a good time. I think I made the right choice given that my other option was sitting at a desk in the Pentagon.

Before I left. I went up to D.C. to help my wife with die SOWC Dolphin Store at the Submarine Cocktail Party. Remember seeing Doug Biesel, Bob Hennegan. Jeff Gemand and Dan Nylen, probably some others that I have forgotten. Talking to them reaffirmed my decision to stay in Norfolk and take the batdegroup job.

In addition to having J.R. Haley (HST XO) on deployment with me. got to meet George Galyo (HEwrrr) who stopped by to see my boss one day.

He was getting the "good deal" of decommissioning his ship when he got home so he would get a little longer command tour. Frank Pandolfe (MrrscHER) also deployed with the battlegroup but had his change of command in the Med about halfway through. Also worked on a project with Jose Toves before we left. It's nice to have a Classmate/ friend sitting across the table when the "better ideas" come along and Jose provided us a good product. Have also kept in touch with Rick Campbell, who retired and is working for MITRE in Northem "Virginia and Ron Thompson, who is also retired and out in Kentucky traveling out to South Korea now and then for General Electric.

As I mentioned, it is always nice to have a friendly voice on the other end of the phone line or email. Had the opportunity to chat with Sean Sullivan (ComSubDevRon 12 in Groton) and Derek Hesse (ComSubGra 7) who recentiy moved to Yokosuka. Japan. Brad Gehrke (PERS-42) is my detailer. Also think that Steve Struble and George Petro are at SubLant and Bruce Grooms is a Lant NPEB senior member.

My family is doing well. Ann is working at the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation and trying to keep up with our boys. Philip is finishing up his sophomore year. He just got his driver's license so that has opened up brand new possibilities for gray hair. He is doing great in school and playing varsity soccer. Mark is finishing up his first year of middle school and doing just as well. I have really been blessed.

Well, I have probably left out mentioning somebody that I have bumped into but have fulfilled my promise to drop you a note sometime this year.

Best wishes to all. Hope you have a great summer (maybe I should say Christmas depending on how long it takes for this to get published).

Brad McGee (bmcgee@TYCO.com) one of our success stories in business sent me an update with a cover story from BusinessWeek a couple of weeks ago in which he's mentioned. Unfortunately, he's described as a "former Marine!" A correction was later printed. Since the article was published, he moved over to CIT, their new financial services company, as executive vice president and chief administrative officer. So that you don't have to read through the entire article, here's the relevant section: Kozlowski has a three-pronged plan to l y c o - i z e C I T For starters, he's pressing Gamper to swiftly sell or liquidate more than $4 billion in under performing loans. Meanwhile, CIT, sidelined since it bought Newcourt, will aggressively hunt for acquisitions in its still-fragmented industry. And h e ' s appointed J. Brad McGee—a former Marine and one of his most trasted lieutenants—to help CIT finance Tyco's customers. After some two-dozen meetings between CIT and Tyco business units.

McGee argues CIT could finance everything from $75 million wastewater treatment plants built by Tyco to monthly lease plans for customers of its A D T home-security unit. In all, he figures such financing could boost Tyco's sales by $4 bilhon to $6 billion a year.

It's always nice to hear from the spouses—in this case G r e g g Milo's (MiloLGJC@aol.com) wife, Liz: Well, Gregg is flying, but if a little news from the home front helps, so be it! This is Liz, Gregg's wife, and 1 understand deadline pressure! So let me take just a minute to update you! Gregg is a DC-9 captain for Northwest Airlines. He loves his job, and has managed the commute from Jacksonville, our home, to (gulp!) Detroit much better since Northwest began flying into JAX. We live in the same neighborhood as Classmate Nels Frostenson and his family—and they are one great family who can hold one awesome party! Our children are 15 and four and a half (heh heh heh).

Our older boy. Joe. has his eye on USNA. He rows crew, and his boat recently won the Rorida Stale games. He's attending USNA crew camp this summer—nirvana for him! Our younger boy. Colin, enters junior kindergarten this fall. He is a lot of fun! I work in communications for Convergys Corp. here on JAX, so 1 manage the home front when my "sky god" is out!

Bruce Ross, 6th Co., (P3AV8R@aol.com) sent in this bit of news: I'm retiring this summer. 1 had a wonderful retirement ceremony in the American Embassy, Tokyo, on 25 May, where I've worked the last three years advising the Japan Defense Agency on Naval Aviation and C41 systems procurements. I've flirted with a number of defense contractors in interviews for jobs, but I've decided to move to Seattle at the end of the month, where 1 will start law school at the University of Washington in the fall. No scholarships, no huge benefactor, just my pension. MGIB and savings to slow the rate of descent as I "trade altitude for airspeed." Should be an exciting ride. And. by the way. we"re expecting our fourth child in No\ember.

L to r: CAPT (Sel) Mike Budney (9th Company)—C7F N6. Dave MacEslin (10th Company)—DoD Contractor, CDR Randy Farley (9th Company)—C7F111 N5A, and CDR Bob Wolschlagel—PACOM J38 Randal Farley (rfarley@score.com) sent in a photo of the Class of " 80 contingent taken aboard BLUE RIDGE ( L C C - 1 9 ) in May 2001 during Exer-

cise Tandem Thrast. As you can see. Echo Company is well represented!

Steve Huber (HuberSH@NAVSEA.NAVY.MIL) is on the move again going to a new job later in the summer: I'm now in the Acquisition Corps and will be starting as the deputy program manager at PMS 430—the shipboard combat systems virtual training program office. Lot's of cutting edge stuffs can't believe I'll be playing with better computer games then my children! Anyone who makes it to the Washington Navy Yard should stop by my Penthouse suite on the Third Floor of the historic 16" gun factory (a.k.a. Building 197)—I'll buy the coffee.

I'm always looking for new business approaches that are successful on the "outside" so I'll take all inputs by email.

A n o t h e r C l a s s m a t e , S t e v e R o e h l (roehls® G D L S . c o m or r o e h l @ c y b e r t r o n . c o m ) also just shifted jobs:

Shipmate, July-August 2001

I just started as a conU-actor for software development at GDLS in Woodbridge, VA, just south of D.C. Writing code for the display on the new AAAV for the Marine Corps. Would love to catch up with any Classmates who are close to D.C. while I am in the area.

The last letter of the month is a very special tribute to a Classmate, Brian Burlingame, who just retired while serving at the Naval Academy. Kobo asked that 1 print the note in its entirety and 1 think that it represents many of the feelings that we all share as we complete our j o u m e y in uniform that began back in July of 1976. Jeff Johnstone (guest speaker), Gary Smith. J i m Grant, Ed O'Callaghan. and Scott Grundmeier. Were there from the Class. This is Joyce Hoffer's tribute to an extraordinary officer: I was honored and privileged today to attend the retirement ceremony for C.^PT (Select) Brian E. Burlingame. the operations officer for the Commandant of Midshipmen. USNA. I arrived at T-Court at the same time as the Marine Color Guard, four handsome young men in white pants with black jackets trimmed in red and gold.

Two held rifles, two had furled and covered flags. They marched in step across the courtyard and up the outside stairs, outdistancing me in just a few moments.

As I made my way up the inside stairs to Memorial Hall, the Navy Band was playing martial tunes, and I must admit I expected the afternoon's program to be equally martial, with long speeches about honor and dignity. Instead, the talks radiated the warmth, personality and leadership of this retiring officer.

Last weekend, at my youngest son's graduation from medical school. I did not shed a single tear.

Today, diey fell as plentifully as the pouring raindrops outside. What set me off? The personification of this mans attention to the tiniest detail, his 22 years of devoted service to his country, and his very obvious love and respect for the men and women with whom he has served—enlisted personnel as well as officers benea± and above him.

The room was filled with colleagues, relatives and friends who had come long distances to be witness to the ceremony. You should know that CAPT (Sel) Brian Burlingame is. by his own reckoning. "Five foot, eighteen."" He was welcoming somewhat smaller adult guests when a little girl, maybe two years old. appeared and stood, unnoticed by the crowd, directly in front of his kneecaps. I held my breath—his eye level was so high up that one step forward could have sent her reeling. But "B-gamer," as he is known even to the Midshipmen in his Ethics Class, is consistentiy "awesome"—my sponsor son's word, not just mine. He saw the child from his great height, reached down to pat and send her on her way.

Joyce the Short lost her first tear The Color Guard brashed my shoulder as they marched forward to present the flags. Facing the room, one Marine lowered the red and gold flag, as the red, white and blue stood tall during the beautifully sung National Anthem.

Also present were retired ADM William Lawrence '51. Superintendent of the Academy during CAPT (Sel) B's time as a student, the president of his Class of '80, and his longtime best friend from the USNA years, who gave the keynote speech.

He spoke of varsity basketball, and the printed program showed a corresponding photo of a tall, smiling, curly-haired blond boy in an N-star sweater. He spoke of the warmth and friendship to all Midshipmen, the swift transition from Surface Warfare officer to Aviator and Squadron Commander, the loyalty and leadership to his men and women in the fleet, and the support of the captain's wife and family. Of Mrs. Burlingame. his comment was. "She is all-Navy. all-U.S., all-World."

Shipmate, July-August 2001

He commended her for opening her arms, heart and home to all of B-gamer's shipmates at all times, in all his postings.

CAPT (Sel) Burlingame was responsible, we were told, for "improving the quality of life for Mid.shipmen during his time here." He was Faculty Rep and traveled with the Golf Team, and his office arranged the unprecedented airlift of Midshipmen to the Notre Dame game in Orlando, plus the monthly dances and weekend movies. Because the Sponsor Program fell under his auspices, he spoke to the gatherings of Sponsors at the summer Orientation meetings. It was in this program that I had met him. and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have worked for him.

ADM Sam Locklear '77 presented CAPT (Sel.) Burlingame with the President"s Meritorious Service Medal. The MC read an incredibly appropriate poem. "The Watch." citing the persistence and tenacity of the sailor who stood his watch through hours at sea. wars, and long service. CAPT B. gave a speech in which he referred us to his printed remarks: "Seems like just yesterday I was taking the oath of a Midshipman on 1-Day to serve my country. A boy with ambitions of becoming a basketball coach emerged into a career naval officer.

Before it was over. I saw the world, received my master's degree, commanded a squadron and came full circle. It has all been good!" This Sponsor Mom was reminded of her own '02 and '03 Sponsor Sons—plus all of your midshipmen sons and daughters—thought ahead to their Commissioning, and wished that they, too, would have rewarding futures in the Navy. One can ask no more.

"Etemal Father." played by the Naval Academy Band, never fails to draw my tears at the seriousness of the wording. To end the ceremony, the posting of the sideboys involved an escort of eight commanders, who left the room and lined the steps down into the Rotunda as we descended. Once the guests were below, CAPT (Sel) Burlingame (or was it perhaps Mr. Burlingame at this point?) stood at the top of the stairs, saluted Admiral Locklear, and requested "permission to go ashore."

Permission was granted, and he descended proudly, to the age-old flute's "piping ashore," saluting the sideboys as they returned his salute.

He went up the stairs one last time, met his lovely wife at the top. and escorted her down the stairs, to the tune of "Anchors Aweigh" and the sound of much applause.

I sloshed through puddles on the way back to my car. thinking of the might and beauty of the ceremony and its meaning to me. Only when I was inside and dry did 1 see the photograph on the back of the printed program: an enlisted sailor in his reefer, sea bag at his side, awaiting his ship. Beneath was this quote: "Any man who may he asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile...can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction, 'I served in the United States Navy.'"—President John F. Kennedy, Annapolis, MD, 1963.

What a fitting tribute to any officer. We can all be proud of what we have done in serving our country. I hope that this note finds you happy, healthy and wiser today than you were yesterday. I also pray that we remember all of the good things that have happened to each of us over the past twenty some odd years and let the bad fade into the background.

Good luck B-Gamer—and to all of our Classmates who are embarking on new careers and paths. As always—Beat Army! —Joe

Class of "80 at San Diego"s 80th Night

Class of '80 and spouses at San Diego's 80th Night

Tom Sloan, Al and Susan Portillo, and Dave "Aldo" Ray enjoying 80th Night in San Diego

Jerry Chandler and Kathy and Ed Dempsey at 80th Night in San Diego

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Pres: Robert D. Ravener Jr. 6 Dillman Courts Ridge, Ridgefield, CT 06877 h: 203-438-0867;w: 201-934-2480 e: THERAV5@aol.com S e c y : Dave Ciccarelli 38484 Sorgum Court, Purcellville, VA 20132-3738 h: 540-882-4225; w: 703-416-0153 e: chicsan@aol.com Class Website: www.usna.com/classes/1981 The following Classmates were selected for 0 - 6 (ACDU and Reserve): Kevin Alt, Joe Arango, Larry Burt, Paul Bushong, Jim Caldwell, Jose Calle, Steve Camacho, Dave Carlson, Ted "The Infamous W.E." Carter, Carlos Chavez, John Christenson, John Daugherty, Bob Dolan, Steve Eastburg, Manuel Falcon, Richard Fanney, Mike Giorgione, Bill Peacock, Pete G u m a t a o t a o , Dave Hardesty, Willy Hilarides, Gerry Hueber, Mark Hyman, Paul Jaeger, Brent Jett, Terry Kraft, Neal Kusumoto, Wendy Lawrence, Mike Manazir, Mike Mara, Louis Marquet, Mike McLaughlin, Kathleen Holt Moeller, Dennis Murphy, B o b Niewoehner, Kevin O'Flaherty, Pat O'Kane, Bob (Robert H.) Perry, Pete Riester, Al Scott, Russell Scott, Kevin Taylor, Frank Thorp IV, Jeff Trambore, Corky Vazquez, Vince Vlasho, and Ken Voorhees. If I've missed anyone, please email me and I'll gladly list them in the future.

Carlos Ayuso retired in May and will be flying for American Airlines. Carlos is at 1119 Sugartree Drive South, Lakeland, FL 33813.

From Tammy Veasy, Rick Marsh's sister via Joe Bridge, Rick's roommate in 1st Company: I would like to share with you, some memories of Rick's last few years. If you think they might help others, feel free to share them...

Rick always treated cancer like an enemy. No matter what it attacked he would fight back and not let it get the better of him. 1 remember the moming after his first brain surgery, when he came to. he looked at my mother and I and said. "So. now that we have won the war. when can we leave and get a decent lunch?" Thank the good Lord he had gone through the Academy. I have never witnessed such self-will and strength from within.

Within hours he was back to himself When he would have to stay in die hospital, he never was in his room. 1 used to call and nurse would say. "Oh. you know Rick, he is down the hall somewhere." He would go into the terminal patients rooms and pray with them or read the Bible to them or play a game of cards and talk with them. He always did all that he could to make them comfortable while they were dying. When you would ask how he was. he would reply. "I rejoice in the day I meet God. but he is not finished with me just yet. I have teaching to do." That was a message he practiced and sent out to hundreds of people for six years.

As long as the doctors had hope, he would succumb to any treatment. I really feel that God intended on Rick teaching the doctors a few more things about cancer before he left. They were always amazed that he made it through another crisis and treatment. They also were amazed to discover that he had two different primary cancers. (Unheard of before his case) Four days before Rick died, the doctors finally admitted that he was terminal and stopped all treatments. He called and told us that the doctors didn't give him long to live and he really wanted mom and dad to come down. I told him I would call him the next day with the arrangements. In the meantime, I got Mom and Dad packed up and on

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their way. When I went to call Rick the next day, I couldn't get a hold of him. I remember being so angry with him because I felt that you have just been told that you are dying and you won't stay home! Well, of course I had no idea where he was.

I sat all evening calling hospitals and his home with no luck. Finally the next morning, I spoke with my sister-in-law. They had gone the day before to console a friend who had just lost their son in a car accident. Rick sat up all night with this ftiend helping him to pray and understand that God is good even when things like this happen. When Rick got home he was thoroughly exhausted. He climbed into bed. never again to arise. I remember talking to him on the phone later in the day.

He told me for the very first time how much the cancer hurt. He managed to stay conscious long enough for Mom and Dad to get there and to say good-bye. The following day. he died.

Rick "navigated" through out his entire life and touched so many lives. He was an inspiration to all that knew him his last few years. I don't think that would have been possible, had he not leamed the discipline at the Academy and God through the church and the navigators.

It is never easy losing a sibling, but I remember what Rick taught me and that is to live every day like it's the last and to love God with all your heart.

Each morning I see God's magnificent painting of the sunrise over Lake Huron and each afternoon I see Rick's paintings in the clouds that make me laugh and realize there is more to life than work. Each night. I thank the Lord for giving me one more day with my son and my husband.

I hope all is well with the rest of the Class of 1981.

May God grant you calm seas to sail and clear skies toflyand may he always watch over you.

More people attending the 20th Reunion: Vicki and John Bamhill (jvbamhill@earthlink.net): expecting orders soon as Squadron Deputy Comm a n d e r at G r o t o n , C T ; 8 6 0 - 4 6 4 - 8 8 7 5 ; w : 860-694-4609. Bob Bellitto (co@briscoe .navy.mil): C O BRISCOE (pulling into NORVA on 12 November so should be up either Friday night or Samrday a.m.), 4445 Pissarro Drive, Virginia B e a c h , VA 2 3 4 5 6 ; 7 5 7 - 4 9 5 - 4 4 4 0 . M a r y a n d Scott Brown (brownsa@spawar.navy.mil): 8584 8 4 - 4 5 5 9 ; w: 858-537-0124 (Booz Allen H a m i l t o n ) ; c: 6 1 9 - 2 1 8 - 6 7 7 4 . S u e a n d J o h n Burke (johnhburke@msn.com; w: b u r k e J o h n @ emc.com): 560 West Fulton Street, Suite 605, Chicago, IL 60661-1152; 312-848-5555; w: 312-6481606; f: 312-648-1608. Dave Case, CCG4 N72.

Rowena and Juan Chacon (chaconj2@aol.com; w: chaconj@teai.com) (Juan Mariano, 5 months): senior operations engineer. Torch Operating Company, 9 1 5 Franklin # 2 L , Houston, T X 7 7 0 0 2 ; 713-221-8844; w: 713-753-1529. Christy and Leo Christy: C O CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI then to the

P e n t a g o n in July. D e b b i e a n d T i m D w y e r (tdemcandb@aol.com): 410-796-8625; w: 202-6947 1 4 8 . Cindy and J a m i e F o g g o ( u p e r i s c o p e ® m s n . c o m ) : 7 5 7 - 6 2 7 - 3 6 4 4 . Mark C o m t o i s (w: comtois@clm.com): got married in April. Still in the patent law biz. Recentiy merged with a 150year o l d Wall Street firm. Carter, L e d y a r d & Milbum, that needed intellectual property support.

Unfortunately, the merger entailed moving offices from Alexandria to D.C. 6608 Potomac Avenue #B2, Alexandria, VA 22307; 703-660-0642; w: 2028 9 8 - 1 5 1 5 . Kate and J o h n Giffin (johnawc@ mindspring.com): sp2050@sphq.ssp.navy.mil): 301-527-6030; w: 202-764-1481. Mike Harber (maharber@aol.com; w: mike.harber@stjude.org, project manager. Facilities Planning, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in Memphis. 8957 Linell Lane, Cordova, TN 38018; 901-624-8846; w: 9 0 1 - 4 9 5 - 4 0 1 1 . M a r y c a r o l H e n n e s s e y ( w : hennessm@telecomsys.com): 410-280-1069.

Nancy and Tim Meier (meiertnec@aol.com; w: meiert@nima.mil): 7 0 3 - 3 2 7 - 1 0 8 8 . Theresa and Mark Mulligan (tmjtmull@aol.com), Joan (16), Thomas (12), 1926 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard, Annapohs, M D 21401; 410-626-7470. I live just outside Naval Station Annapolis and will volunteer for a company (26 or 25 and 26) cookout at my place if it fits everyone's schedule (and if we don't have better things planned). House is on the crew team 10-mile rans, at the crest of the last little hill just before you got to the triangle in the road and went down-hill to the old Sevem River Bridge on the way back to Gate 8. Michael Gustin and Patty C r a n d l e m i r e M u r p h y (w: pcmurphy@ c o l b y . e d u ) : 2 0 7 - 9 3 3 - 5 4 3 3 . J u l i e a n d Dennis M u r p h y ( d e e j m u r p h y @ a o l . c o m ; w : pOOx@ bupers.navy.mii): special assistant for Legislative Affairs, D C N O (Manpower & Personnel) (NIX); 703-360-2421; w: 703-614-3945. Judy and Wak Paulson (wapaulson@earthlink.net; w: wpaulson® Wus.ibm.com): Abby, Jonathan, 31201 Kingsley Court, Novi, MI 48377; 248-668-1210; w: 313-6676 7 6 5 . Tonia and Bill P e a c o c k (peacockwm® hotmail.com) OPNAV N44: Just moved back to Maryland after finishing my Seabee Command and post-command tour in Gulfport, M S . Hay ley and Doug Ross (Spanbauer) (rossfinl@bellsouth.net).

Luisa and Mark Schanuel (webmasterfactweb.org; luisa.schanuel@juno.com): 703-237-7922. Julia and Phil Wright (w: philip.wright@usdoj.gov), 304-347-8564; w: 800-659-8726. Beth and Tom Jacob (hyperion7@erols.com; w: tjacob@noesisinc.com or jacobt@onr.navy.mil): 301-805-1628; w: 703-741-0300/703-588-1010. Kari and Porter Levris (cedbilllewis@yahoo.com; w: lewispw® n w s y . n a v y . m i l ) : 7 5 7 - 4 2 7 - 6 8 8 4 ; w : 757-8874 1 4 1 / 4 2 4 2 ; c: 7 5 7 - 8 7 6 - 9 0 4 2 . Ruth and John O'Hara (oharajoynr@aol.com; w: james_ohara@ r e a l e u m . c o m ) : V P , C u s t o m e r Fulfillment & T e c h n o l o g y I m p l e m e n t a t i o n / C h i e f Security Officer, Realeum, Inc.; 703-836-0535; w: 7033 1 7 - 5 1 7 0 , c: 5 7 1 - 2 7 7 - 5 1 0 2 . M a r g i e and Sal Weaver (sweaver32@aol.com; w: weaver_sal@ georgeshaip.com): 410-465-2725; w: 703-548-4400.

Also attending the 20th, Marci and Scott Hubal (nadohub.ca@netzero.net; w: scott@caorcom).

Nomads drifting from home to home in Coronado.

Started a remodel j o b on the house at the end of March and are staying in a friend's condo for a couple of months with a long weekend at the Navy Lodge to allow one of the out-of-towners to come and visit. We will be moving back into the house at the end of May, finished or not. The remodel will make the house more family friendly with rooms for each of the kids. Hopefully, we will have enough money afterwards to make the reunion an achial vacation trip. I'd hate to have to commute each day to Annapolis from my parents" home in Virginia or have the family hitchhiking back to B'Wl for the retum flight. It won't be that bad, but Marci has been wanting to get a minivan and I must admit the second hand "67 station wagon with the fake wood trim is starting to look poorly and she hates the fact that it will only get up to 4 5 . 1 keep telling her that we have everything she needs in Coronado and as long as she doesn't go down the Sttand she doesn't need to go over 45. Next she will be complaining about the long dresses and veils that 1 make her wear. Executive Officer, Coronado Association of Realtors, w: 619-435-8080; wf: 619-435-5383; c: 619-435-3050.

Nick Madigan: I sit on the Fales Committee—a board that advises the Supe on the Sailing Program and was in Annapolis for my bi-annual meeting. I (literally) ran into LtCol Joe Dauplaise. Battalion Officer.

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After getting caught up (and me getting fried for my hair) Joe invited me to his Ethics cfass where the topic of the day was (1 paraphrase) the integration of women into exclusively male working environments. I resisted the urge to discourse on this (one of many) subjects I consider myself an expert in but thought it a bit ironic. The bleary eyed Youngsters were obviously impressed with Joe's acumen and delivery, as was I. Joe gave me a tour of one of the new (relative) rooms, which look nice compared to the old (the last wing to be converted starts this year). (The residents call it the "ghetto"".) We had lunch in King Hall (the consensus is that the food quality has dropped considerably). We told the mids about some of our famous food fights and they were literally shocked. Not surprising considering most of the old wardroom antics have been dispensed with in the favor of "decorum." I was going to test my lungs for Army but it"s not allowed.

But Joe's doing well and is having us all over to his front row, center. Warden Field mansion for champagne and caviar during the reunion weekend. (He doesn't know this yet).

I close by saying I watched with attached and emotional interest the "Dateline" interview with Classmate Scott Waddle last night. I experienced a lot of emotions but mostly I was proud.

Additional Classmate info derived from Company reps getting out the 20th Reunion word: Eric M e n g e r ( e m e n g e r @ j u n o . c o m or e m e n g e r @ covb.org): 146 22nd Avenue, Vero Beach, F L 32962. Roger White, 2472 Azure Coast Drive, La Jolla, CA92037. Tun Dwyer (timothyd@nfsb.gov).

Connie and M a r k Cantrell (cantrelljm@ worldnet.att.net; w: c a n t r e l l j @ c c g 4 . n a v y . m i l ) CCG4 N 3 3 : 224 Old Oaks Terrace, Chesapeake, VA 23322; 757-547-0970; w: 757-444-7544, Kids: Jessica (16), Kimberly (13). Connie and Mark had a baby boy, Christopher Mark, on 20 Febraary expecting orders to Hurlburt Field, FL, to PCS after the first of next year. Pat Siedel (theseidel@ erols.com): C O KE.NTUCKY (BLUE), Kings Bay, GA. John Clay (jeclay81@hotmail.com): retired 12 May ' 0 1 . J e f f E d g a r ( e d g a r j @ i n a m e . c o m ; w: edgar.jeffry@hq.navy.mil): w: 703-604-7676.

Allison and Steve J a w o r s k i : B a l t i m o r e , M D ; w: 800-475-1036x5812.

Vic Cole (tvcole@usna.net) retired 1 June ' 0 1 .

Now at Logicon-INRI, supporting the Marines at MARCORSYSCOM in Quantico; 703-365-7389; w: 703-784-0896.

From Bupers. Subj: Retirement Pay. If you recall, a few months ago, an email was sent out to our four Classes to clarify the confusion about which retirement pay system we fall under However, just after this email was sent out, the April LESs showed up with the wrong data causing further confusion. Here's the story.

Our Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS) determines which retirement system we fall under. Up until April, this DIEMS date did not appear on our LESs. Unfortunately, now that it is appearing on the LES. the wrong date is being used. DFAS / PSD are using our Pay Entry Base Dates (PEBD). i.e. our commissioning date in most cases, and not the correct DIEMS date on the LES. This is important because it could have a significant impact on your retirement pay. Specifically, all of our '81 -'84 active duty Classmates fall under the "Final Pay" (i.e. 50% of your final pay after 20 years) retirement system, not the "High 3" system, because all of our DIEMS dates are prior to 7 September 1980, the date the law changed. For those of us who entered USNA straight from high school, we will have DIEMS dates of X Jul 1977 (for'81). x Jul 1978 (for'82).

X Jul 1979 (for '83). and 8 Jul 1980 (for '84).

NAPSters and other prior enlisted folks will have even earlier dates. The bottom line is it's going to

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take a little action on your part to correct this. I worked with the POCs here at the Navy Personnel Command to see if there is some way of doing a "batch" fix for all of us as a group, but unfortunately there is not. You will need to send an email, as outlined below, to correct your DIEMS date.

To: p822b5@persnet.navy.mil Subj: REQUEST FOR DIEMS DATE CHANGE Attn: Beth Vaughn I request my official DIEMS date be changed from [what's showing up on your LES, if incorrect] to [see notes above] based on the date I [was inducted into the Naval Academy, or started the Naval Academy Prep School, or enlisted into the Navy / Marine Corps, etc.].

Rank/Name: [Rank Last. First Ml] SSN: xxx-xx-xxxx W: (xxx)xxx-xxxx or DSN xxx-xxxx Thank you After receiving your request, the POCs will review your records/files here and change your DIEMS accordingly. There is no need to supply an address or attachments/faxes, etc. If there is a problem you'll receive a reply email or phone call. If you're deployed, don't worry about not having a phone number to provide. Please allow two to three months for the LES to be updated accordingly. Especially for the Class of '81 and '82: I would not delay in submitting your request. Once you actually retire, it is significantly more difficult to change the DIEMS date.

If you have questions, please contact LCDR Mel Hamner, USNR (PERS-921A), Assistant FTS Officer Community Manager, DSN 882-3482; 901874-3482; Fax: 2910, email: p921a@ persnet.navy.mil, h t t p : / / w w w . n a v r e s . n a v y . m i l / navresfor/opp/recall/index.htm From Charles "Bud" Manazir '58: Subj: Bragging a Lot. Allow his parents to brag a bit. Heck, brag a lot. Mike Manazir assumed the duties as XO of CARL VIN.SON this past Thursday, 17 May and we got to see him for a short while on board that evening. They're at sea now till about 23 June for fleet exercises off the coast of Califomia. Check out the ship's Web site. It's vinson.navy.mil. From the lead page, click on "organization." From there you'll see Mike's picture along with those of the CO and Command Chief Click on Mike's name under his picture and you get "up close and personal" where you can read his bio. Then wish him God"s speed and following seas. (For Classmates: '58 made some good kids!) ('81 did a great job, too.).

Kevin "Tex" Taylor: Peg and 1 are back in Washington state where I am working at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard as the Business Operations Officer, I see Chuck Greene and family pretty often. He's flying right seat on 747's for Northwest. He and wife, Shawn, are doing well with three children. We're going to BC fishing in June—should be a blast. See Stretch Moran occasionally—he's still with Microsoft in D.C. area. He and Carolyn have three beautiful, talented, and very smart girls. Also had dinner with Gene Juba a couple of months ago in D.C, where he is VP—Financial Management with US Airways. I talked to Steve Colon the other day—he's in Dallas with Pulte—a big real estate/development company. He said he is very active in the reserves.

He said Jaime Navarro is OPS Officer on INCHON—the Mine Warfare command ship deploying to Westpac from Ingleside, TX very soon.

Carlos Sanchez: The "Frito Bandido" is back.

After my third command at sea. 1 am back ashore as the CEO of an Autonomous Service called OCAMAR. (we do not receive budget funds from the government). We are responsible for all naval assistance and services rendered to third parties (private industry) among them: shipping, port operations in our own terminals (three of them), scientific research, oil prospecting.

salvage operations, special security projects, etc.

It may sound strange to all of you, but remember that in South America the economic situation has not been quite prosperous in the past 20 years.

Obviously the first target on budgetary cuts were the Armed Forces because it was "politically correct." The Venezuelan Navy had to find a way to obtain (legally) extraordinary funding to maintain and operate our warships and other fighting units.

A Committee was created nine years ago and we proposed the creation of OCAMAR in order to assist private industry and other government offices with naval personnel and auxiliary equipment, vessels or aircraft not being used at the moment but necessary for future use. In return they paid for those services and the Navy then had resources to maintain units like the Oceanographic Research Vessel or some of the Sealift Vessels, Personnel Transport Aircraft, etc. Recall that our industrial base is very weak and in many instances only the Armed Forces have the technology or personnel to do certain tasks.

Similarly another sister service was created in the maritime repairs and naval construction for small tonnage vessels. Then the Air Force followed with an avionics and electronic repair service and eventually the Army (because the President ordered them) manufacturing boots and mattresses.

We have been so successful that we are now chartering a couple of vessels to cover certain maritime routes that are not economically feasible (by private standards). They can be run by a service like ours (the advantage of not having shareholders) and at the same time we can bring economic support to Venezuelan and CARICOM exporters and importers in the Caribbean Basin, We recently received an abandoned terminal near the Naval Base in Puerto Cabello. We found private investors (German) and under a joint venture with then we are building the first modern container terminal in our country, capable during its first stage of handling 500.000 TEU/year with an estimated net revenue of $2 million of net profit for OCAMAR. We are leasing the Oceanographic Research Vessel to the Oil Industry for prospecting at sea, and because of the potential, we are in the process of buying a new vessel capable of three-dimensional seismic surveying at sea.

In two years I will be on line for promotion, so this is a challenging job. Being a USNA Alumni had to do with my designation to this billet; in first place the leadership program, the will to do the best, the desire to increase our knowledge (in academia or elsewhere), traits all received at our beloved Academy were definitely considered by Navy Leaders for my designation. Now I have the challenge to show why we are the best.

AAAGGGHHH! AAAIIIYYY! Honey, wake up. You're having a bad dream.

Huh? Wha? (Pant, pant!)

Calm down. It's OK. Now tell me about it.

It was terrible! It was awful!

What? What did you dream? / dreamed that I'd written one of those straight data dump, boring columns, just like all of the rest of the Class Secy's. It was hideous!

It's OK, now. It was just a dream.

But, it was so real! All the names had bold lettering and the email addresses kept appearing in that obnoxious hypertext and I'd have to right click and edit them to remove it, just like in real life.

Wow! That is pretty scary.

It got worse. There was no humor, no laughs, a landscape utterly devoid of exaggeration, sarcasm, double entendre, puns. Just straight data. Not even prose!

It couldn't have been real, honey. No one could ever mistake it for one of yours.

It didn 't even have any obscure references to lyrics written by now-middle aged rock stars, not to mention no bad poetry.

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Here, drink some cold water and go back to sleep.

I ' m sure you'll feel better in the moming.

Thank you, sweetie. Man, I hope it was just something 1 ate. I'd hate to think it's some sort of sign, like maybe I'm losing my touch or something.

Signs, signs, everywhere signs. Talking at the scenery, breaking my mind.

Did you say something?

No, it must've been the wind. N o go to sleep.

All right, but that was too scary. I mean, it didn't even end with...

Later, Chic

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Pres: Maj T. Gordon Thomson, USAFR h: 804-360-8448; e: president@usna82.org Vice President: Matt Moury h: 410-263-7640; e: vicepresident@usna82.org Treas: C D R Terry Benedict, U S N h: 703-913-7183; w: 703-607-1036 e: treasurer@usna82.org Business Sec'y: Dan Proulx h: 410-280-5282; w: 410-293-6884 e: businesssec@usna82.org Corr Sec'y: CDR Greg Eisman, USN NEMOC, PSC 819 Box 3 1 , F P O AE 09645-3200 (34) 956-82-4322 e: eisman82@terra.es Class Web site: www.usna82.org Well, no empty column this month as a few of you finally got around to sending some electrons out my way in Spain! First, a bit of important news that you may or may not have heard about regarding the computation of retired pay. 1 got this information from a number of separate sources, so it should be valid: Our Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS) determines which retirement system we fall under. Up until April, this DIEMS date did not appear on our LESs. Unfortunately, now that it is appearing on the LES, the wrong date is being used. DFAS/PSD are using our Pay Entry Base Dates (PEBD), i.e. our commissioning date in most cases, and not the correct DIEMS date on the LES. This is important because it could have a significant impact on your retirement pay. Specifically, a / / o f our '81-'84 active duty Classmates fall under the "Final Pay" (i.e. 5 0 % of your final pay after 20 years) retirement system, not the "High 3 " system, because all of our DIEMS dates are prior to 7 September 1980, the date the law changed. For those of us who entered USNA straight from high school, we will have DIEMS dates of July 1978 (for '82). NAPSters and other prior enlisted folks will have even earlier dates. The bottom line is it's going to take a little action on your part to correct this. You will need to send an email, as outlined below, to correct your DIEMS date.

To: p822b5@persnet,navy,mil Subj: REQUEST FOR DIEMS DATE CHANGE Attn: Beth Vaughn I request my official DIEMS date be changed from (what's showing up on your LES, if incorrect) to (see notes above) based on the dale 1 (was inducted into the Naval Academy, or started the Naval Academy Prep School, or enlisted into the Navy/Marine Corps, etc), Rank/Name: (Rank Last, First MI) SSN: xxx-xx-xxxx W; (xxx)xxx-xxxx or DSN xxx-xxxx After receiving your request, the POCs will review your records/files here and c h a n g e your

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DIEMS accordingly. There is no need to supply an address or attachments/faxes, e t c . , if there is a problem you'll receive a reply email or phone call.

If you're deployed, don't worry about not having a phone number to provide. Please allow two to three months for the LES to be updated accordingly. I would not delay in submitting your request. Once you actually retire, it is significantly more difficult to change the DIEMS date.

Now on to the Classmate updates: Ken Carodine sent me the following: I got married! Yee Hah! The former Miss Jill Olhausen and I tied the knot at the Beaches Negril Resort in Jamaica on 30 April 2001. Twenty-four friends and family from all over the country attended; swimming, dancing, and partying a week away in the Caribbean Sun. Dave Fisher '83 was my best man, Jill is originally from Loveland, CO, and is a manager for Frito-Lay, Inc here in Piano, TX, at their headquarters. Life has been real busy.

On top of the wedding, I finished the manuscript for the second book and its in editing now. This one features an F-18 pilot battling some evil militia types bent attacking an Indian Reservation with a biological agent. Look for it sometime next year I've been making a number of contacts trying to get a movie deal for All the Tea, but no major bites yet. Trust me, you'll probably hear me screaming when I do. My golf game still needs improvement, but I finally beat Jill (a major accomplishment).

The kids are great. Andrew (10) is very tall, and has a fascination with the SEALs right now.

Victoria (6) is doing third grade math. Reserve is hopping too. It seems that I got assigned to the REDCOM South Staff as the N-6 just in time to usher in NMCI. As we're the first Reserve region to be assimilated, we get to write the Lesson's Learned package. And believe me when I say, "Resistance is futile." I was back at the Academy for a booksigning in May and was able to have dinner with Cindy and Chris Vance and with Donna and Paul Eichelberger, Chris is well, serving as CO for a IT Security Group. Paul is on Verizon's management team.

Joe Direnzo wrote in to say that on 16-17 May the Office of Naval Intelligence held a Small Boat Threat Workshop at Suitland with some '82ers present: Tony Wood, who is an NFO stationed as Chief, Systems Integration and Transition Division and Navy Liaison Officer at the Central MASINT Technology Coordination Office, Patrick Air Force Base Florida. Steve Surko, who in an EDO Commander stationed at NAVSEA PMS325 and Joe, who is still Coast Guard Atlantic Area's Regional Strategic Assessment Coordinator in Portsmouth, VA. Jerry McEnerney wrote in to say that he's heading off to be the Supply Officer of the M i n e CounterMeasure Command ship, INCHON ( M C S 12). He's married to wife, Robin, an active reservist retiring from her 20 years this year, and they have three children: Brendan, Clare, and Shea.

G e o r g e C h a m b e r l i n e m a i l e d m e with t h e following news: I am turning over the helm of the HS-3 TRIDENTS to CDR Lee Schonenberg '83 in a few

weeks, on 6 June 2001 in Naples, Italy, We are in CVW-8 aboard ENTERPRISE, flying the SH-60F and HH-60H, We just started deployment a month ago.

I have orders to War College in the Mahan Scholar Program, I report in July. I was recentiy married to Carolynn Bailey, on 7 April, in St. Augustine.

FL. Carolynn is the light of my life. I have never felt so loved and so happy. We took a short honeymoon sailing the inland waterway and Gulf of Mexico to Sanibel Island, and Carolynn is meeting me in Europe after COC for "Part II." I can't wait to see her!

Clem Segura (clemsegura@home.com) sent a quick note to let everyone know that he took an early retirement in 1988 and is now employed at

Booz-Allen and Hamilton providing program management support to SPAWAR Advanced Tactical Data Link Systems program office (PMW 159). His wife, Cory, and children Caroline (9) and Catherine (7) live in Chula Vista, CA. Bob Brennan and his family (his wife, Tina, and children Brian, "Tyler, and Kendall, continue to live in Hawaii. Bob is CO of OLYMPIA ( S S N - 7 1 7 ) in Peari Harbor).

Ga'dn Giddings stayed in touch with the following: I'm living in Oswego, NY with my wife, Allison (Webster) Giddings '84. She's CO of DCMC Lockheed. We'll be moving to Pax River (we think) in July. Change of Command will be 13 July, so there will be plenty of beer, then pack up the house.

In October, we had our second child, Sydney Anne.

Her older brother, Sam, will be six in August. I'm working as a 767/757 First Officer for American Airlines out of New York, Upstate New York is beautiful, as we get to take lots of hikes around the finger lakes and the Ithaca area. We get to see Eric Reinke every so often. He's in the D,C. area, working on Black projects. So black that he can't even tell me where his office is. Mark Converse is at NAVAIR at Pax River. He's trying to find us a house on the Potomac near him. I hear his windsurfing paraphemalia is gathering a little dust.

Phil Tissue is married with three children and still in the Corps and on his way to Beaufort, SC, to take command of VMFA( AW)-332. Mike Short dropped me a line to say that they have moved again (three times in four years). He started as CFO of Universal Orlando in September and really loves the job. The theme park business is a blast, Steve Surko check in with some news: Following completion of the Advanced Program Manager Course at DSMC. Fort Belvoir, I've remrned to NAVSEA and assumed duties within PMS325 as APM for future Combat Logistics Force (CLE) ships and the non-lethal Vessel Stopper System (VSS) program. Neat stuff! My wife, Elizabeth, is the legislative director for Environmental Defense. We've got two wonderful kids, Katherine and Jack, live in and would be happy to see any Classmates visiting the Zoo (our house is just a couple of blocks away).

That's it for this issue...Ice

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Pres: CDR James H. Flatley IV, USN h: PSC477 Box 296, FPO A P 96306-1299 h: 011-81-3117-64-6408 w: VF-154 Unit 25431, FPO A P 96601-6123 e: (h) fivefam@ata.attmil.ne.jp; e: (w) f4jflatl@cvw5.navy.mil Sec'y: LCDR Richard F. Woodford Jn, USNR 7329 Crestieigh Circle, Alexandria, VA 22315 h: 703-313-4170; w: 703-292-4999 e: (h) rwoodfor@nsf.gov Class Web site: www.usna83.com Greetings and Salutations during the dog days of summer 2001. Just a few items to hold everyone over in-between innings, during beach trips, or for use in stoking the bar-b-que coals: 1 got a brief voice mail that reported that Robert A. Gambrill IV has arrived into the world. Unfortunately the caller (RAG 11?) didn't go into further detail or leave a follow-up phone number. Regardless, we're happy to hear that Bobby Gambrill of Fourth Company has an heir, apparently.

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Bob Gambrill with Robert A. Gambrill IV As a follow up to last month's article, Leo McKay was nominated to be the Deputy Secretary of the VA, as in "Veterans' Administration," not the Commonwealth of Vuginia, although I ' m sure Leo would be an exceptional Secretary of State for Virginia. So much for foolproof spell checking programs.

Speaking of secretarial type duties, I read in the Washington Post that our own Dionel "Dino" Aviles has been nominated to be deputy undersecretary of the Navy for financial management. Wouldn't that be DepUnSecNav (FiMan)? Seriously, Congratulations Dino and good budget hunting.

1 got a great email and a few digital photos from Doug Wadsworth. I hope the photos make it in the colunm, but if the resolution is too low, I'll try to get printed copies in a future column. Some of you have sent other digitals, but if the resolution is poor, the editor can't get them in the column. Doug did a great job in writing up the following input: I thought I might make it to the 20-year mark before I ever sent my first letter to Shipmate, but I've recendy ran into so many USMC '83ers that I had to get in touch. I'm writing from Hawaii where I'm slowly but surely establishing a reputation as a homesteader—having been here for six years and expecting another three (I've currently got a job as the operations officer of the Aviation Support Element at Kaneohe Bay while I wait to

take over command of HMH-362 next year). To the point—as die HMH-362 Ugly Angels' XO. I was flying at the Combined Arms Exercise (CAX) in 29 Palms. Califomia in January and February when I ran into Tim Herndon. Jesse Wricc. John Scanlan. and Jim Hooks, Tim is the XO at HMH-461 in Jacksonville, NC, Jesse is at MAG-26 and was assigned as the ACE commander for CAX, John is the XO at VMFA (AW)-332 in Beaufort. SC. and Jim is the CO of CSSG-1 at 29 Palms. The first three are shown in the enclosed pictures—Jim was fortunate to not be stuck with the rest of us in tents, as he actually lives in lovely 29 Palms (I found him strategically located in the O'Club when I had the opportunity to sneak in from the field to quench my thirst). It was great to see everyone and h;ud to believe that 18 years have passed since departing the "small eastern college" from which we graduated in 1983, ^ I've also been in touch recently with Glenn Woodruff who was the first to call when our friend and old roommate John Holland (8) passed away last year, Glenn lives in Annapolis and is flying for American Airlines, Thanks, Glenn for your heartfelt write-up in last month's Shipmate. Just in the last week, in preparing for an exercise in Guam. I've come into contact with Caroline Simkins-Mullins, the CO at MTACS-18 in Okinawa and discovered that Bryan Riegel is working in the operations office at MAG-12 in Iwakuni. Small world!

Hope all is well with everyone else—hope to see more of you at Homecoming this October,

Wrice, Wadsworth, and Scanlan

Thanks to Doug, there was a whole lot less typing required this month. Doug, if you decide to retire to Hawaii, consider a "James A. Michener" lifestyle and be my relief in 2003. Yes, 1 am almost halfway through my five-year tour.

You may remember the "retirement contest" I proposed a few columns back. The results are still coming in, but we have a definite contender for the prize: I hope to claim the prize of being the first from our Class to retire with 20 years of service. My ceremony will be held in Oeiras, Portugal on 8 June 2001; I officially retire on 1 August 2001.

Please send me your address so I can mail the invitation to you. Regards, Jim Drake Unless someone else has an earlier retirement date, it looks like Jim may take the cake. Unfortunately 1 was not able to attend the festivities in Portugal, but I'm hoping that a photo or two may be featured in a future column. Jim, Congrats and thanks for your years of service. Are there any other "contenders" out there? Prize to be awarded at our 20th Class Act Reunion, October 2003.

Finally, two more photos and some Surface Warfare gouge from Henry Smith: Just a quick update on the Smith Family and what's happening in Newport. I just detached from Carrier Group Eight as the Surface Operations Officer. I worked with a bunch of Academy guys.

I worked from CAPT Mark Guadagnini '80, the Battle Group Operations Officer and with CAPT (select) Jim Huck '80, N6. I worked daily with all the guys in the enclosed picture.

Pictured are LCDR Dave "Petri" Dish '86, LCDR Carthur "Cake" Jorgenson '89, LCDR Kyle "Beav" Kliewer '88, CDR Don "Smooth" Emerson, CDR Mike "Muddy" Taylor, and yours truly Henry "Greaseman" Smith, I also worked with Mark Adamshick '81, a Dirty Thirty company member, is also THEODORE ROOSEVELT'S Operations Officer and Paul Shankland Strike Ops. Mark is headed out west to take command of VF 122. I'm in the pipeline for command of ARTHUR W. RADFORD in Febraary 2002, I'll join Mark Haggerot (CO of KAUFMANN) in Destroyer Squadron 26, part of the GEORGE WASHINGTON

"83: L to r: Petri. Jorgenson, Kliewer. Emerson. Taylor, and Smith

'83: The Smiths and Enriquez families Shipmate, July-August 2001

Battle Group, The Smith family also had the opportunity to share vittles with the Ken Enriquez family, as pictured.

Ken and Judy live in Virginia Beach, Ken is at JTASC in Suffolk. He'll be leaving soon for the GW. On the home front, the kids are growing much too fast! Dan is a freshman in the International Baccalaureate program, running track and playing basketball. Matt is a 6th grader, making straight A's, peer mediating, and playing basketball. Golf lessons are on the horizon this summer, Mary Ann is teaching pre-school and keeps us all organized and on the right track.

Any Classmates coming thru the area can drop us a line at 516 Shakespeare Drive, Virginia Beach, VA (not Veterans' Administration) 23452 or 757463-8007, Henry also had some sightings in Newport for Ed Lester, Dixon Smith, Tim Batzler, and Kathy and Mike Salvato (CO of Ross). Thanks Hank for the timely and bountiful material.

Congratulations to Mark Olson for taking command of HENRY M . JACKSON, (SSBN-730) (BLUE) on 1 June 2001, at Keyport, WA. Although I had made plans to attend and to be able to report on the ceremony in person, I was unable to do so.

I got a few emails on the importance of checking your service entry dates and being able to get the proper retirement credit. I'll go into the details this fall, but for now, you can get the full gouge from our Class Act Web site, USNA83.com. Don't wait until 2003 to get your records in order for retirement. Thanks to everyone who forwarded the gouge to me from Bupers.

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Thought for the month: Without "PMA" (Positive Mental Attimde), what would Shipmate be? Let's not go there-Keep the electronic lines open. Have a safe summer and we'll see you in September 1983â&#x20AC;&#x201D;A Class Act

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Pres: CDR Steven G. Young, USNR c/o MSDW, 11311 McCormick Road #450 Hunt Valley, M D 21031 w: 410-229-8206, 888-435-2281 e: Steven.G.Young@msdw.com Sec'y: Robin Franke 10 W. Burke Avenue, Apt. 516, Towson, M D 21204 h: 410-573-9420; w: 410-891-2285; cell: 410-991-6642 e: robin.franke@tbe.com Sec'y: Karen (Malloy) Halverson, PSC 1720 Chula Vista Drive, Belmont, CA 94002 h: 650-593-3773; e: dkhalverso@aol.com Class Web site: www.usna84.com Greetings from Korea! This month I have news from Bob Curbeam, our intrepid. First Class astronaut: I just got my Shipmate yesterday, and since I read notes from you every month, I guess it's only fair that I send at least one letter. As you can imagine, everything in Houston is going just fine. The really hot weather isn't due for a couple of weeks.

Post mission debriefs are over, and the travel will end soon, so now it's time to focus on the other flights for this year.

Just to catch you up on who's here, Charlie Hobaugh '96 (astronaut) and George Zamka '98 are also in the office. We were kind of hoping to continue the streak of an '84er in every class, but unfortunately it didn't happen with the 2000 Class, All three of us have our fingers crossed for the next class, Charlie is scheduled to fly in June onboard the space shuttle Atiantis, He will be the pilot on the flight as well as the back up spacewalker. As you can imagine, nothing short of "accidental loss of limb" will keep the primary guys from doing the spacewalks, but just in case, Charlie will be ready. The pace for the last few months of training is usually pretty hectic, so right now he's probably knee deep in training and studying. Charlie's flight will take the airiock up to space station, so it should be a great flight.

George's Class has completed their initial training, but they haven't started to show up on the flight schedule yet. Hopefully that will happen soon. Before and between our flights we have technical assignments in the office, so both George and I will be working to support the other flight crews for the next year or so.

Also, 1 was able to coerce Doug Thomas to write one final time. It is simply amazing the information you are able to get out of people by physically standing in front of their vehicles on busy roads these days.

By the time you read this, Doug, Teresa, and children, Doug Jr, Steven, and Lisa will have completed their eventful two-year assignment here in Korea and be en route to Camp Lejeune, NC, where Doug will serve as the II M E F Headquarters Group XO. After five years of staff work, Doug is definitely looking forward to getting back to the FMF. My family and I will also be leaving the Land of the Morning Calm this month. It was an enjoyable, interesting two years here in Korea but we are all looking forward to returning to the states. We are headed to Tampa, FL, where my husband will be assigned to CentCom and where 1 will continue the

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soccer mom thing and attempt to wean myself off the margaritas, which have become an excessively important part of my daily routine. Our email will remain the same during our transition to Florida so please keep those cards and letters coming. Talk to you later. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Karen Hello everyone. It is my tum. Let me point out that both your Class secretaries have changed contact information. Karen is now stateside again and I have left fun-filled Annapolis for Towson, MD. Our first letter is from Mark Porter who writes to fill us in on his family's activities. If you recall, his wife wrote to us some time back.

This is a follow-up to my wife's earlier letter.

At the time she wrote, we had just moved to Ohio and settled in the Chagrin Falls area, which is about 22 miles east of downtown Cleveland, I had started work at Ulmer & Berne in August after taking the Ohio bar exam in July, I learned that I passed the Bar on 9 November, Of that whole experience, I can only say that it was almost as bad as Plebe Year, Since then, I have been heavily involved in the firm's civil litigation practice. There are 120 lawyers at Ulmer & Beme, with about an equal number of support staff, and things have been very busy.

Perhaps a bit of background would be helpful.

I left the SWO Navy in 1995 and went to work for Schering-Plough in New Jersey. Sobering is a pharmaceutical company best known for Claritin, a prescription allergy medication. Several Boatschoolers were also there: Ken Vamashita '85, Joe Judith '86, and Mike Green '92. For the first year I was a supervisor in the packaging department, followed by 15 months managing the aerosol inhaler production department. Ultimately, I was promoted to the tablet manufacturing area. I went to law school part time at Rutgers-Newark, and graduated last May. It was busy, but very doable. When Ulmer & Berne made its offer, we jumped at the chance to go to Cleveland, (especially since the Indians are doing so well and the Browns are back!)

The kids love it here, Sean (11) and Megan (7) have adjusted very well to their new surroundings, and are doing super in school. We live in a neighborhood with lots of kids their ages to play with. Tracy has been working as an adjunct professor at several of the local colleges and universities. She enjoys teaching while still having plenty of time for the kids and volunteering at their schools. It's also great to be near my folks.

I've been in touch with several Classmates of late, particularly Perry Higgins, Dave Stevens, Ted Collins, and Mike Matteo, All of us were in 11th Company, Perry is a college professor out in Arizona. Dave now works for an Intemet company and lives with his family near Kansas City. Mike and his family recentiy moved to Illinois, and he works for an intemational trading company.

All Classmates are welcome to stop by: 29 Annandale, South Russell, OH 44022; 440-338-6280.

For those of you still in the service who were expecting to retire with no fuss, here is Mel Hamner with more information on that LES fiasco: To the Class Officers of '81, '82, '83, '84: If you recall, a few months ago I sent out an email to our four Classes to clarify the confusion about which retirement pay system we fall under.

Just after 1 got that correct gouge out, our April LESs are showing up with the wrong data causing further confusion. 1 therefore request you add the following information to your respective Class Web sites and Shipmate Class news articles, as well as forward it to your active duty Classmates.

Here's the story. Our Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS) determines which retirement system we fall under. Up until April, this DIEMS date did not appear on our LESs. Unfortunately, now that it is appearing on the LES, the

wrong date is being used. DFAS / PSD are using our Pay Entry Base Dates (PEBD), i.e. our commissioning date in most cases, and not the correct DIEMS date on the LES. This is important because it could have a significant impact on your retirement pay. Specifically, all of our '81-'84 active duty Classmates fall under the "Final Pay" (i.e. 50% of your final pay after 20 years) retirement system, not the "High 3" system, because all of our DIEMS dates are prior to 7 September 1980, the date the law changed. For those of us who entered USNA straight from high school, we will have DIEMS dates of x July 1977 (for '81), x July 1978 (for '82), x July '79 (for '83), and 08 July 1980 (for '84). NAPSters and other prior enlisted folks will have even earlier dates.

The bottom line is it's going to take a littie action on your part to correct this, I worked with the POCs here at the Navy Personnel Command to see if there is some way of doing a "batch" fix for all of us as a group, but unfortunately there is not.

You will need to send an email, as outlined below, to cortect your DIEMS date.

To: p822b5@persnet.navy.mil Subj: REQUEST FOR DIEMS DATE CHANGE Attn: Beth Vaughn I request my official DIEMS date be changed from [what's showing up on your LES, if incorrect] to [see notes above] based on the date I [was inducted into the Naval Academy, or started the Naval Academy Prep School, or enlisted into the Navy / Marine Corps, etc.], Rank/Name: [Rank Last, First MI] SSN: xxx-xx-xxxx W: (xxx)xxx-xxxx or DSN xxx-xxxx Thank you After receiving your request, the POCs will review your records/files here and change your DIEMS accordingly. There is no need to supply an address or attachments/faxes, etc.... if there is a problem you'll receive a reply email or phone call.

If you're deployed, don't worry about not having a phone number to provide. Please allow two to three months for the LES to be updated accordingly. Especially for the Class of '81 and '82: 1 would not delay in submitting your request. Once you actually retire, it is significantly more difficult to change the DIEMS date. I hope this clarifies things once and for all...but...V/R, LCDR Mel Hamner (p921 a@persnet.navy.mil), USNR (PERS-921 A), Assistant FTS Officer Community Manager, DSN 882-3482, 901-874-3482; f: 2910 The following Class News was submitted by Alan Hollingsworth (alanlh@crosswalkmail.com): A quick update: I'm back on active duty till August working on a task force at the Pentagon and have been looking up Classmates in the DC, area. So far I've run into Mike Lancaster '84 working down the hall; CAPT Tom Arminio '77 is my boss on the TF; I've been in email contact and planning a visit with Doug Groters '82 at the Naval Observatory; and my cousin Teresa Hollingsworth (USAFA) who's a JAG here. Her brother Chuck Hollingsworth '84 is at PATWING 1 in Japan and in the pipeline for a VP squadron in Jax.

CAPT Roger Onorati '61 (a special man to our Class) sends news that his son, CDR Tony Onorati took command of the Strike Fighter Weapons School in Lemoore, CA, on 1 June.

And lastly, we have this interesting little item from Paul Costello (paulandkathie@hotmail.com), the corresponding secretary for '86: Greetings from the '86 Class Secretary.

I was going through my attic the other day and found an '84 Lucky Bag that I have never even opened. If you know of any of your Classmates that may want to have it, please give them my email and I will be glad to send it to them. All I ask is that they pay for the shipping.

Shipmate, July-August 2001

Anyone who would like to have a new, unused Lucky Bag should contact Paul ASAP, as his letter was sent some time back and got held up by the extended deadline for this combined July-August submittal. Well, that is it for now. 1 hope everyone is doing well. Don't forget to drop a line and let us know what is going on with you. — R o b i n

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Pres: Joel Hanson e; hansonjr@erols.com Con. Sec'y: CDR Dave McDonnell 88 Bowyer Road, Annapolis, M D 21402 w: 410-293-6585; h: 410-626-0347 e: dclomcd@aol.com; mcdonnel@gwmail.usna.edu Twenty years ago a group of about 1,250 people arrived on the banks of the Sevem to start a new adventure. Remember leaming how to salute, the haircuts, uniform issue, and how a bunch of people just a few years older than we were constantly yelled at us to hurry up? Well, 1-Day for the Class of 2005 was 29 June '01 and, despite what many may say, not much has changed over the years. The newly swom-in Plebes are marching everywhere they go, sweating in the summer heat, and yelling themselves hoarse to display their boundless spirit. Can you believe when they graduate in four years many '85ers will be retiring?

Election results The final ballots have been counted. Congramlations go out to: Bob Smith (16)—President; Matt Schatzle (28)—Vice President; Bryan Caisse (8)— Co-Secretary; Dave McDonnell (25)—Co-Secretary; and Tim Kane (28)—Treasurer.

'85 Tailgaters Did you know the Class of '85 has a permanent tailgate location? Our Class site is adjacent to the quonset hut on the Taylor Avenue and Blue side of the parking lot. Look for the '85 flag (Thanks to Mike Stepaniak (12) and Paul Rosmilso (3)).

Bring your family and friends and join the crowd at this year's home football games.

Reunion Pics Thanks to Kevin Reeds (28) for submitting the following reunion pictures.

The Four Horsemen, from 1 to r: John VanBrabant, Steve Kowalkoski, Kevin Reeds, and Greg Sears

Diane Reeds and Greg Sears Shipmate, July-August 2001

Bridget and Mike Mckay Who's Where: Jeff Heida (2), along with his family (Sharon, J o n a t h a n (10), William (8), C a r o l y n (6), and Brendan (2)), just transferred from Second Fleet to StratCom in Omaha, NE (only 6.5 hours from " h o m e , " Aberdeen SD). Mike Phillips (4) is in Hawaii stationed at U S C i n C P a c J54 Strategic Plans Division.

Emails Mark Rubino (35), I recently read the extensive Classmate catchup in the latest Shipmate, and 1 thought I'd write after 16 years. I have maintained contact with only a few Classmates, Laura Falkenbach-Miller (14), who lives in Jacksonville, FL, Mike Nies (35), Miami, FL, and Tim Dougherty (35 and Roommate) in Philadelphia, PA. I married my college sweetheart, Dolores, and we are fast approaching our 16th wedding anniversary. I have three beautiful children, Lauren (14), Nicholas (11), and Sarah (5). All three are the pride and joy in my life. I left the Corps in 1993 under VSI and after a short stop in Georgia, we have been residing in Florida for the last 6 years (most recently outside Tampa). I currently lead the southwestem portion of my company and travel extensively to Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. A big change for a Long Island native such as myself. We will soon be relocating to Fredericksburg, VA, in June to work out of my company's HQ, I am looking forward to getting reacquainted to the Yard and hopefully. Classmates, Jim Ward (25): I spent six years active duty in the Marine Corps, followed by another four years in the Reserve. My assignments included MCAGCC 29 Palms, 2d MAW in Beaufort, 4th MEB, and back to MCCDC Quantico. I really liked the Marine Corps when I was single, but did not like the family separation after I married.

I finally decided to move to the civilian sector, but stayed in the Reserve for a few years, I left active duty in July 1991 and worked with Mission Operations and Flight Data Systems at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, attending graduate school at night, NASA lost a lot of funding in 1993, so I moved to Dallas in December 1993 to work for Microsoft as a technical account manager. Then in December 1995 1 transferred to Charlotte to start a new Microsoft business unit, and am now director of our Premier Public Sector Group. My group is responsible for federal, state, and local government, and education customers, I especially enjoy working with the DoD and NASA customers, I travel frequently to customer sites and to our company sites in Seattle and D,C, (so much for avoiding family separation, but at least the trips are usually just a few days at a time).

There are several USNA Alumni at Microsoft, but no one from '85 that I know of In 1988 I married Donita Gutwein. We have four children: Michelle (10). Katie (8), Stephen (6), and Jennifer (3). Katie and Stephen are very proud to be native Texans. Donita's parents were with New Tribes Mission in Thailand, so she was bom and raised in Thailand, She came back to the U.S. for college, but went back to Thailand for several more years before we were married.

I stay very busy with my work, the kids and their activities (baseball, basketball, scouts, Awana, etc.), and training for marathons and other running events. Charlotte is a great place to live and raise a family. We have a rather large Alumni group here. Please look me up if you ever come through.

Kevin Reeds (28) (kevin@eastportyachts): Since leaving Boat School in the middle of Second Class Year (AC Boards), I have been working in the yachting business. First at Trimble Navigation were I was the sales manager for the West Coast. While al Trimble I was awarded four GPS related patents including a vessel tracking system, which became the Sail-Track system now used by ESPN to illustrate the action during the America's Cup, From Trimble, I spent time at Alcom Marine Electronics, California Craising Yachts, and Santa Cruz Yachts. I have also been doing lots of racing and had the opportunity to sail as navigator for Paul Cayard's AMERICAONE team during the last America's Cup in New Zealand.

Recently my wife, Diane, and I decided to make the big move back to Annapolis from the West Coast. Diane is my second wife, and together we have two children, Matthew and Chelsea. I am currently the president of Eastport Yachts, a high-end yacht brokerage company with offices in the Eastport section of Annapolis. Diane and I are excited about reluming to the Annapolis area and look forward to hearing from old friends and Classmates.

Ashley Yetman Laing (19): After finishing my five years, I got out and followed my husband to Pensacola. He got out from there, and we returned to Annapolis of all places to take up permanent residence.

I did enter the CEC, Reserve, and have enjoyed being a weekend warrior for the past ten plus years. Somehow they managed to pick me up for commander and I will hopefully wear it starting I July. This will of course be after they send me for 20 days to LAC Base Camp Albania where we are building a road with the Turks, the Greeks, and the Albanians, as well as, the Macedonians and Kosovarans, You know all of the folks that have traditionally been getting along in that region. It should be quite interesting, but I must admit I'm hoping it doesn't get too exciting during my 20-day visit in May, If you come through the area, give us a shout!

Vince Debban (12) and family checked in from Jacksonville, FL. Vince is employed as a senior technology project manager with Bank of America.

Vince and his wife, Lisa, love Jacksonville and plan on staying in the area for the long haul. They just celebrated April birthdays for their two children— Nicholas (5) and Jillian (1). Vince left active duty as a cryptologic officer back in 1991 and relocated from Jacksonville to Northem Virginia. After a career progression from GE Aerospace, to LockheedMartin, and ultimately to Booz-Allen & Hamilton, with g r a d u a t e s c h o o l at G e o r g e W a s h i n g t o n squeezed in, they realized that they just didn't want to live long-term in the D.C. area (you know: the taxes, the traffic, the cost of living, the weather, etc.). So, in 1996, it was back to Jax, which had become much more of a business and technology town. Vince is an avid runner and has completed five marathons in the past two years.

Mike Christman (31): Kevin "Gramps" Reeds (28) has moved to Annapolis and is the owner of Eastport Yachts yacht brokerage. Eastport Yachts' employees #2 and #3 are Tim Kane (28) (moonlighting from United Airiines) and me (still trying to figure out what 1 want to do when I grow up).

Bob Barwis (36) is chief staff officer for SurfLant down in Norfolk and has been helpful mentoring my SWO-bound Mids during their service assignment process. Tom Klimczyk (33) is in Annapolis and working at USinternetworking 167

as well as coaching whatever sports his kids are playing this season. Tom Clyborne (7) is working at Cor\'is Corporation, manufacturer of optical network equipment (he mns the place) and feeding his year-old son. Brandon, raw meat.

Mike "Pig" Vance (17) is still haunting the bars of DTA (downtown Annapolis) when he's not working at the Pentagon. John VanBrabant (28) is also at the Pentagon (annex really) and he and Shelly. Christian, and Cameron are anxiously awaiting their retum to San Diego this fall.

John Milligan (31) is in the process of moving his family from Charlotte to Annapolis, I wonder if the Prince George's County police are still looking for him. Rich Webster (31) is a full-time reservist in Quantico and a part-time photographer.

He and his wife, Christine, live in Alexandria with their dog. Axel (Rose).

Scott Lansing (30) is working and living in the D.C. area and he works for Siebel.

I'll pass on more info as Classmates show up at Riordan"s.

Robin Hooker James (24): Its been over 15 years so 1 guess its time to write in and give you a brief on what"s been happening with me. I am currently married with two beautiful boys, ages 7 and 10 years. I met my husband on Kailua Beach in Hawaii over a catamaran over 12 years ago and the rest is history. I stayed in the Navy for my required five years and was stationed in paradise twice. Once in Rota, Spain, and once at Kaneohe MCAS in Oahu. After getting out I stayed active in the Reserve for three more years, but started having kids and got into sales so decided to give it up. When I got out of the Navy in 19901 went to work for York International in Charlotte. NC. and stayed there for five years before moving to Gods Country—California. We love Northem Califomia and live about 35 miles northeast of San Francisco. A Swiss company by the name of Belimo moved us out to Califomia and Fm currentiy the team leader (area sales manager) for the state of California. I love my job. love my family, and love Califomia (except for the traffic). Life is good!

JeffHein(32): Few things to report from the Hein household.

To help bring in the trae millennium, we decided to really mix things up and have moved to the county of Chester in the U.K.. just outside of Wales. 1 have taken the position of director of operations for the U.K. division of HUSCO International and will be here a few years.

TomPlofchan (15): It should be reported that 15th Company had a mini-reunion for Superbowl Sunday with Dan Boelsche. Mike Casey. Tim Croy. Greg Maxwell. Charlie Smith (all 15). and spouses and families meeting at my house in Sterling. VA. Clay Hull (II) also joined the festivities. All had a great time. Croy provided his special homemade kielbasa recipe. I feel fairly secure now that all the problems of the world were solved at that meeting after a few beers. I also have to report that Eric Quinn (15) was in D.C. a few weeks ago and joined Maxwell and me to discuss his latest ventures in the capitalistic marketplace. He and his family are also fine.

Chris Kirkbride (28): I completed my "Executive Officer-Other Designated" tour as the damage control assistant (DCA) onboard JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) from September 1998 through June 2000. The JFK tour included a six-month Arabian Gulf Deployment.

JFK is homeported out of Mayport. FL. I transferred to Afloat Training Group (ATG) Mayport, FL, in July 2000 for a three-year shore duty billet, which will take me to July 2003 (the 18-year mark of service). I have been the assistant director of Seamanship and Navigation (N3A) since my artival. working for N3, a Coast Guard commander. By the time this Shipmate article is published, 1 will have "fleeted up" to the director of

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Seamanship and Navigation billet as our N3 is transferring in May. I will be N3 for the last two years of my tour. 1 also serve as the training liaison officer (TLO) for ComDesRon Six. For the last six months I have also been the TLO for ComCraDesGra Twelve and TLO for VICKSBURG, but have recently tumed those two TLO assignments over to other officers so that I am able to dedicate the proper amount of time to the N3 directorate position.

We bought our first home three years ago when we u-ansferted to Mayport, FL. for the JFK DCA tour. We have lived in Navy housing for the first 13 years following graduation from USNA. My wife. Denise. and our three boys (Brian (II), Kyle (7), and Matthew (5)) are living in our home in Jacksonville, FL. We were very happy to be able to stay in the Mayport area.

T.J.MulichJr. (11): Not much has changed since the last update, except near landed perfectly and recorded the softest landing by a spacecraft ever! It helps when the gravity is only l/lOOth of Earth's. Hot and heavy now with ground software testing for CONTOUR, but my Ops Manager is trying lo get me back full time earlier than agreed with the software leam. Hopefully, I'll be able lo slay out of that fight. It's kind of nice being wanted. He wants me back earlier because we launch in about 1516 months and we've a lot of documentation and other work to get done.

Gregg Sears (28), After a FA-18 department head tour in VFA195 in Atsugi. Japan, flying from INDEPENDENCE, I came lo VX-9, a lest and evaluation squadron in the middle of the Mojave Desert (NAWC China Lake, CA). I was the OpsO from May '98 lo February '99, became the lead operational lest director's right hand man and he and I and about five other guys ran and wrote the operational evaluation of the FA-18 E/F. CDR Jeff Penfield (the lead test director) then left and I have been the FA-18E/F Branch Head ranning all aspects of operational test on the FA-I8E/F since. I have screened for command but have been extended al VX-9 for 14 months to ran die next major phase of test on the Super Home! before il goes on its first cruise. I roll from VX-9 to a Homet command tour that I have yet to be slated for.

Of the four in my room al Navy. J o h n Vanbrabant (28) and I are the only Iwo left in the Navy. John is the Naval Aviation Force Stracture analyst in N81 al the Pentagon/Navy Annex.

He is expecting lo roll this fall to San Diego (hopefully lo 3rd Fleet's EA). Steve Kowalkoski (28) (one of our other roommates) is in Michigan working for FedEx as an operations analysis/logistics executive after going to the Naval Postgraduate School (as did John Vanbrabant and myself, John for Ops Analysis and me for Info Tech management) in operations research. Mike McKay (28) (lacrosse) is living in suburban Atlanta with his wife. Bridget, and three kids, doing, 1 can't remember what.

Rich Jordan (34): I was in Bahrain on Reserve AT in Febraary and ran into a couple of Classmates, Joey Hines (32) (from 150-lb. football fame) and Bob Byron (I I).

Bob mentioned he was selected for command.

They are both on active duty on the NavCenI staff.

They are wailing for the restriction for families to come over to be lifted (in affect since the COLE situation)—so their families can come live with them. Those guys on active duly over there live well. I had a great time, weather was nice and the shopping was great.

Andy Lewis (25): Mary and I were martied during flight school (four kids now ages 14. 13. 11. and 8). Got wings in April 1987. Two years as a SerGrad instructor flying T2s in Kingsville. TX. A7 training and a tour in VA-72 during Desert Shield/Storm. Sea Harrier training and a tour with the Brits. Homet training and DH tour in Japan, Air Command and

Staff College, followed by Armed Forces Staff College, and a joint tour al the Joint Warfare Analysis Center in Dahlgren. VA. Just joined VFA-I5 as the XO and scheduled lo become CO summer of '02.

Pat Turner (30): I am working as a sales manager covering the Slate of Florida, traveling about 40% of the time.

My company makes and sells telecommunications equipment (primarily fiber optic cable and related products/services). My primary customer is BellSouth. I have been with Coming Cable Systems for seven years, since I left the military in 1994, This is my second year in sales for the company. Previously I was a production supervisor, a manufacturing engineer, and a marketing specialist (pre-programmed by the Navy lo always look for new challenges, i,e.. I gel bored easily). My wife is from Florida and her family still lives here, so when we moved from North Carolina lo lake the job in sales, it was sort of a "homecoming" move for us. We have been happily married for 14 years and have Iwo children: Brynn (daughter, 8), and Bradley (son, 6), who are in third grade and kindergarten, respectively. 1 have lost ttack with all but a handful of my fellow grads. so 1 can't help you with news on other '85ers. However, a new organization is starting here in Central Florida (called "Grad Links"), which intends lo bring together folks from all the service academies (yes, even USMA) for networking, fim. and friendship. Hopefully. I'll hook up with some of my Classmates or other fellow Alumni there.

Scott Olson (5): 1 got out in 1992 and immediately joined the investment-banking frnn Deutsche Banc Alex Brown in Atlanta. I have Iwo boys, Andy and Jeff, ages 12 and 10. Leslie (my wife), my boys, and 1 just got back from Topeka. KS. for die USA Kids National Wrestiing Championships. Andy got fourth lo eam Ail-American status and Jeff won the National Championship for his age and weight class.

Robert Muxlow (20): All this time. Norm, and I didn't realize you were a Classmate...or I didn't realize you were "the" Norm Fitzpatrick (36). Anyway, now I can really help you out with deck landing quals. Rob Muxlow (20) here giving a shout out lo everybody "still in." all my 20lh Company compadres.

Mech E types, ball football heroes, and on and on. I'm still in San Diego, guess you could say my wife and our four kids (ages 1-1/210 14) have homesteaded. which is good since Terri (my wife) is a Califomia native and life is much easier when she's happy. As an HSL guy. I did my craising and flying early, and am done with operational flying now. Now I'm just a desk jockey, doin'the old Micrsoft Outlook eye test every day. "Just Another Staff 0-5"" routine. Coin" back lo Kansas this summer for the 20-year high school reunion should be either very fun or very sad. I'll let you know. Take care to all; see you in the Fleet!

Scott Nassen (34) (slnasson@prodigy.net): May's Shipmate had a lot of Club 34 input; thought I'd join the group. Left VQ-1 and NavAir in '92 to start med school at GW. Got married lo Rebecca in 1993 al the Chapel. Our two daughters are Allison (6). and Sarah (2). I am about lo complete residency at Medical College of Virginia and get back in the Navy as an orthopedic surgeon at Naval Hospital Rota. Spain. We're excited about the upcoming move and completing residency. If you're in the neighborhood, please drop by. Cheers!

Where's Charlie: Charlie Giles (9) was recently spotted causing shenanigans at Tony Onorati '84's change of command of the Weapons School at NAS Lemoore, CA. Thanks to all for your news updates and pictures.

Picmres must include a Classmate and can be sent to me via email. I look forward to hearing your news. —Skip

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Pres: Daniel H. White e: dhwhite@cablespeed,com; daniel_white @ ml .com Sec'y: Paul Costello 4705 Grainger Trail, Ft. Worth. TX 76137 p: 817-485-8824 e: paulandkathie@compuserve.com Class Web site: www.usna86.org Greetings all! That tingling feeling you have in the back of you neck means that the "Mother of All Tailgaters" is fast approaching. Yes Classmates, suck in those guts, buy a fake Rolex, print up some official looking business cards, cause its time to renew some of the greatest friendships known to man/ woman kind; those forged in four years along the Sevem. If you haven't made plans to attend, please reconsider. We'd love to have as many members of the finest Class to ever grace Bancroft Hall there as possible. It is going to be a full weekend of fun.

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Here is the latest schedule, lifted directly off our Class of '86 Web site (www.usna86.org).

Friday, 12 October 9 a.m.: Golf Toumey to benefit Megan's Voice, a charitable organization named after Megan Price, the Class of 1986's Honorary Adopted Daughter The toumey will be held on Pamxent Greens Golf Course, at 14415 Greenview Drive, Laurel, MD 20708 (off of Route 197 in Laurel; 301-776-5533).

Shot Gun Start. Gourmet box lunches, free Mulligans, beer on the course, gifts, and prizes! And when we say prizes, we mean prizes: more detail to follow, but it looks as if corporate America and Hollywood are gonna help out a good cause by donating some pretty nice rewards for he or she who manages to conquer both Classmates and Pax Greens. (For instance, Michael Douglas has provided us with an autographed copy of the original script from Romancing the Stone. We mean, how cool a potential coffee table book is that, right?)

Price to play in the toumey will be $100 per person, with all proceeds directly benefiting Megan's Voice. If you can't make the toumey, please consider making a generous, tax-deductible donation to help brave little Megan (the daughter of Classmate LaNeil and Rich Price) fight Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), a rare bone disease. If you would like further info on Megan and OI, you can email the Prices.

7:30 p.m.: Reception at BWI Marriott. Music, dancing, friends, and a buffet dinner with cash ban $30 per person.

Saturday, 13 October 11 a.m.: Tailgate! $50 general registration fee per family (which includes a geedunk bag), then $50 per person for chow, with kids eating free. (And, no, you are not a kid, reunion weekend behavior Shipmate, July-August 2001

notwithstanding). So...for all the poli-sci majors and finally completed his first novel last year. other math-impaired individuals among us, that Eric's new novel Eponymous is available at works out to $150 per couple, $100 for solo com- wwww.amazon.com. Though 1 have not read the mandos. Menu will include all the beer and wine book, 1 read a review that called it "accessible, enyou can drink and "The Pride of Maryland Menu:" tertaining, thought-provoking." The best recomShucked Oysters, BBQ Roasted Beef, Smoked Coun- mendation for an old WRNV'er like myself tiy Ham, Crab Soup, Rotisserie Chicken, Shrimp compared it's style and wit to High Fidelity, a thorCreole, Hamburgers, Baked Rigatoni, Hot Dogs, oughly enjoyable book and movie with John Mashed Potatoes, String Beans, Pasta Salad, Caesar Cusack. Currently Eponymous is on back order, Salad, Fruit, '86 Class Cake, and, uh. Roast Loin of which is good, since it means the books are selling Beef Au Jus, green beans almondine, coffee, tea, hot faster than anticipated. It is also bad, because it chocolate, donuts, and milk. Time, tide and forma- means it will take longer to have them shipped out. tion wait for no one, 1 am now shoving off, sir. Oh, Eric reports that, "If you have already ordered my and events in the yard include a football game (vs. book from them and get an email saying "Hey, Rice), but that's optional. Carry rain gear. it may take a while, do you want to cancel your Sunday, 14 October order?" please do not do so...since they may not reorder enough if you do." As options, 9 a.m.: USNA Mass with '86 as honored Class. www.barnesandnoble.com is showing that they're General Information Please register before the 31 August 2001 pre- shipping the book in two to three days at the moregistration deadline. Also, don't forget to buy some ment, while www.iuniverse.com appears to be takgeedunk while you're online, so you look sharp at ing a week to ten days to get them into people's the tailgater, and people know where to return you hands. Eric also has a few extra copies at his house when they find you lost and confused behind the that he is currently using to support his stereo shelf. stadium. The BWI Airport Marriott has reserved a He can personally send out a copy if someone wants block of hotel rooms for our Class for the entire the book "molto pronto." First come, first serve. If reunion weekend. Call 410-859-8300 or 800-228- you want to get it from Eric, instead of from one of 9290 to reserve a room at the special $89 per night the online distributors, you'll have to send a check or money order to him. Once these go, it'll probrate. Be sure to identify yourself as a member of the USNA Class of '86 when calling, and make your ably be another three to five weeks before he has reservations ASAP, since supplies are limited, res- another batch. From Eric: ervations are first come first serve, and once they're Thanks for support given and support yet to gone...there ain't no mo'. Midshipman. come. If you'd like to try togetcopiesof my book into your own hometown shops, give me a shout Visit the Class of '86 Web site as our reunion and I will provide all the information you need to approaches. We will post any last minute updates be a real nuisance to a book clerk near you. right up until the 12th.

Eric continues to write for Metroland magazine From '86 Webmaster Eric Smith we have an update on our Class of '86 20th anniversary project: (among other publications), hosts a regional music television show called "Sounding Board" (see Hi all. A slightly different post this month from photo), and does fundraising and public relations your Web drone.,, As many of you know, we have begun fundraising through the Alumni Associawork for an independent school in Albany, NY. He tion for our Class' 20th anniversary project, which can be contacted at www.jericsmith.com. will be an interactive kiosk that will allow visiAnd now after such an unabashed plug for a feltors to leam everything there is to know about all low Classmate, how about a public service announceof the Academy graduates whose names are feament. If you live near or plan to visit the Annapolis tured on that most solemn list in Memorial Hall: area this fall, don't forget to attend a Navy football the list of those Alumni who have fallen in sergame. You can contact the Navy Ticket Office at vice to their country.

1-800-874-6289 between the hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Of course, that also includes our own Thank you for your support of Navy Football.

Classmates... so if any of you know anything about From Class President Dan White, we have more any of our Classmates who have passed away, einews on the background of our Class of '86 gift. ther directly in the line of duty or not, we're hopHi '86ers. 1 thought that I would give you a quick ing that you will share such information with us so update on our 20 year Reunion Gift, The Memorial that we can ensure we have a complete and accuHall Board of Trastees recently completed its recrate list of names for our Classmates when this ommendations to the Superintendent. Its looks like project is completed. You can let us know by conthe Board will recommend that USNA build a metacting Class President Dan White (dhwhite@ morial for Alumni that have died during military cablespeed.com) or by visiting the Web site at http:/ operations. The memorial could be an active kiosk /www,usna86,org and clicking on the link under combined with a permanent memorial installed in the 20th Anniversary Class Gift section.

Memorial Hall, USNA will probably hire an exWhile you're there (and moving on to cheerier pert artist or architect to come up with the final subjects), don't forget to pre-register for the 15th version of this memorial. We will get to see this Anniversary Reunion, scheduled for 12-14 Octodraft before construction, I was extremely imber 2001, You will be able to register online until pressed with the professionalism of this Board, and 31 August,,.after that, you get all the hassle of I am confident that you will be very proud with the paying and registering on the day of the event, final outcome. Some of the most talented, senior, which is inconvenient for everyone involved, so and most decorated USNA Alumni were part of this be sure to do it early, please and thanks. board, and you can rest assured in the seriousness As always, keep those email addresses and links of this project. Thank you for your continued supcoming. We've got 455 names in our online port, and 1 look forward to giving you further upregistry...so more than half of us are still in hiddates when I get more information, ing somewhere. That's all for now.

Sincerely, The '86 Web Drone (Jetlagged after I hope to give you more information at our 15a working trip to Belfast, Northern Ireland, so foryear reunion. I look forward to seeing you there! give any unusual typos).

Now for those of you attending the reunion, I Now while many of us are aware of Eric Smith's want you to make me a promise. At some point prowess with all things computer, it may come as a during the weekend, please walk up to Dan and surprise that he is also a newly published author thank him for the huge amount of effort he puts Yes, after nearly a decade of making a living (or at into keeping our Class at the forefront of Alumni least part of a living) as a freelance writer, he 169

www.usna86.org USNA Class of '86 Fifteenth Reunion October 12th to 14th, 2001 Keep checking our Class Web site for Real time information on the reunion...

Go to our Class Webpage above and register O N LINE to attend!

Pre-registration deadline: August 31,2001 No changes will be allowed after August 31, so please register ASAP. Go to our Class Webpage and order Class of 1986 clothing and merchandise BEFORE the reunion!

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activities. I don't know where he finds the time or the energy, but we all benefit from his drive and enthusiasm for our Class. Sorry Dan, I know that embarrasses you, but you have to give credit where it's due.

Proof that hell can actually freeze over: The 10th Company recentiy took the honor of being named color company. Fifteen years ago, "Good Times Ten" was known for many things. Placing above 30th in the Color competition was not one of them. Congratulations from a 5-2 Alumnus. Now that I've recovered from the initial fainting spell from reading that piece of news, I have to say I'm mighty proud!

Now, what you've all been waiting for.. .it's time for the "86 update! First, from Tim Luickart: After reading Shipmate for nearly 15 years and being delinquent as heck, I figured I might as well send in what's going on. I'll try to keep it brief so it doesn't read like War and Peace. Let's see...

After leaving USNA. I did the standard Nuclear Submarine pipeline through Orlando. Idaho and SUBSCOL. I was assigned for 42 glorious months aboard Crrv OF CORPUS CHRISTI (SSN-705). David Petersen and I were shipmates through most of our time on board, and in fact we stay in touch occasionally see each other. After 12 months as MPA in a DMP. I decided for an arduous shore duty. I taught SOAC al SUBSCOL. It had two added benefits: It was a great opportunity to get my master's degree, and that I met my wife, Jennifer. We were married in 1992 and I left the Navy in 1993.

From Connecticut, we moved lo southeast Michigan, where I started working with Ford Motor Company, where I manage a group of engineers who keep our suppliers from causing major quality issues. (No. I don't have the tire suppliers.) I'm having a good lime at Ford; it's a pretty challenging career with a good blend of having a life.

We have two boys. Jake (4-1/2) and Noah (6 months). The guys got lo see the Naval Academy for the first lime this month when we all went lo D.C, Well. lhat"s about it from here.

Bill Rohm (Wdrohm@aol.com) also checked-in.

He and his wife. Amy, live in Sanford, FL, with their two beautiful daughters. Aima (8) and Ashley (6).

Bill left the Marine Corps in 1992 and has been as far north as Michigan, followed by a six-year visit to Chattanooga, TN, before moving to Florida two years ago. Geoi^e Arthur also checked in. He is with United Airlines and promises a letter soon to fill us in on all the gory details of his last 15 years.

Received a nice note from Chris Atwell ( A t w e l l 8 6 @ a o l . c o m or C h r i s t o p h e r . A t w e l l @ Disney.com). He has the ideal job, though the old cheer; "Let's go to Disneyworld" probably has less joyful implications for him than it does for my fiveyear-old. From Chris: My beautiful bride. Palti. and I have been living here in Orlando for nine years. After leaving active duty as an aviator and moving here with Procter & Gamble in 1992, we decided to stay. I am now on the executive staff at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort—Walt Disney World. My role is to focus on leadership and process improvement, balancing Guest Satisfaction with "cast" excellence.

With almost 15 years of marriage, our kids are forging ahead. Jessica (13). starts high school this summer (aaaghh!) and is a veteran soccer forward and honors student. Meaghan (12). also an honors candidate, finishes middle school next year and she has also made her mark as one of the top goal keepers here in Seminole County on the same team as Jessica, Bobby (11), is finishing elementary school and starts middle school this summer.

Bobby's passion is basketball, but he is looking forward to playing lacrosse in middle school (Mom's not too sure about that!). Both Meaghan

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and Bobby have their sights on USNA as their choice of school (yeah!); Meaghan wants to be an aviator, as long as she doesn't have to go upside down too much!

Jessica is interested in the University of Florida, med school (I guess the sports car will have to wail); she wants to be a doctor.

As you can see. Patti and I are not loo proud of our children. They really love the Naval Academy and we get to go home to Annapolis al least twice a year •They"re excited about our 15th Class reunion. They remember most of my 13th Companymates (Bill Donovan. Bob Glover, etc.) as "uncles." They've definitely made an impression on our kids!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone again at this year's Homecoming, Patti and 1 can be reached at 407-774-9321, Meaghan's comment reminds me of something my son said last night. For awhile he has told me that he wants to be either a fireman or a policeman.

Last night, with all the seriousness a five-year-old can muster he said, "I've decided that being a fireman or policeman is too dangerous. I'm going to be a Navy pilot. That's much safer." I can't wait to talk to him in about 20 years and ask him how he liked his first night trap. Thanks for the letter, Chris.

N o w from former "snake eater" Bob M a u s , an update: Things are going great, but hectic for my wife, Kristine, and I. A little over a year ago, my wife and I were living in Houston, TX, when we made the decision to move up to Northern Virginia, The decision was purely a personal one (wanting to be closer to family, etc.) but the decision meant that I would be leaving Compaq, a company where I had a very enjoyable 3-1/2 years.

Long story short, we both found jobs at AOL and are coming up on our one-year anniversary with the company, Kristine is on the more traditional side of AOL. while I do business development for our strategic enterprise partners. This Friday we move into our new house, located just outside of the small town of Leesburg. VA. We can't wait. It is definitely bordering on horse country, so a little bit of drive to downtown D.C, but a great commute to work.

I remember seeing Bob quite a bit in our Ensign days in Coronado. He was jumping out of airplanes and jogging with telephone poles over his shoulder at SEAL training, while I was attending the more intensive and physically demanding regimen offered at the Surface Warfare Officer school. Despite our long hours of study and homework, we were both able to share a pitcher at the Pennant and Beachcomber from time to time.

Thanks for keeping the news coming. Don't forget to grace our pages with your pictures and stories from Homecoming. "Audemus Esse Magnos."

—Pablo

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Pres/Sec'y: Tim Wolf 11409 Rouen Drive, Potomac, MD 20854 h: 301-299-6409; e: shipmate87@aol.com Class Web site: http://usna87.com Washington, D.C. The big news this month involves the release of the FY2002 Navy 0 - 5 selection list in May. This was the first look for a number of Classmates, though not all of them due how the zones were cut over the years. In order to be fair to those selected, 1 urge you to view the ALNAV message on the Bupers Web site—www.bupers.navy.mil/pers8/p85/ p851/02o51ine.txt.

There are a number of great events to celebrate in the Utica, NY, area—the Good Old summertime festival being the primary one that comes to mind.

Another is celebrating the birth of your first child.

Regina and Paul Rayhill are parents to son, Daniel Francis Rayhill, born in late April. Paul may have been a bit delirious with joy when he mistakenly described his son as a future sumo wrestler at 14 pounds, 7 ounces instead of the proper birth weight of 7 pounds, 14 ounces. Paul received the appropriate amount of grief from friends concerned with Regina's health.

Kristin and Ty K e i t h h a v e m o v e d b a c k to Coronado. After a number of years in the D.C. area, the Keiths—with their children Colleen, Brian, and Molly—happily headed to the left coast, where Ty accepted a position with ManTech System Engineering Corporation. He will lead their San Diego office and work on the assessment and migration of legacy applications for the new Navy/Marine Corps Intranet program.

Erica and Wes Huey are packing up for their move across the pond to London, where Wes will report to the CinCUSNavEur staff in September.

Hopefully he can get us all tickets to the Ryder Cup this fall.

Steve Giannone works and lives in Manhattan.

He is in Bear Steams' Prime Broker Services (hedge funds). Other news from the Big A p p l e : O l i n F i l y a w w o r k s as a h e d g e fund t r a d e r for a Connecticut organization.

In April, Biogen, Inc. announced that David Buckley was appointed executive vice president, technical operations. Biogen is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in discovering and developing dmgs for human healthcare through genetic engineering. Prior to the move to Cambridge, MA, David was president and CEO of TIMM Communications, Inc., a portfolio company of GE Capital. David eamed his M.B.A. from Wharton. He and Steph are living in Cambridge until moving to Natick this fall.

Charles F e r g u s o n is a foreign affairs officer at the State Department. We were able to have lunch in April with one of his colleagues and Charles Peterson '60. Charles earned his Ph.D. from Boston University and works in the Office of the Senior Coordinator for Nuclear Safety at State.

James Raymond (james@compuplus.net) wrote the following: After some 14 years perhaps its lime 1 wrote in.

At this span of years, I don't even recollect the words lo Navy Blue & Gold; seems like a lifetime ago, and I never thought those memories would dim. (I shouldn't have burned all those books the day we graduated, but it seemed like a good idea at the time.) If the figure in the latest issue is to be believed, I am one of the 11,3 members of our Class who is not a lifetime member, (Finally! Top l%!) The Corps was fun, but,.,stultifying, notwithstanding globe-spanning travel, and I went back to Montana in 1993, but I don't live in a remote mountain cabin or near any Freeman compounds. Married these past len years to the most wonderful woman in the world, two sons, Jake (5) and Spencer (4); everybody's healthy, and they know the words to the "Marine Hymn," "Anchors Away," and "Dixie," and we are learning about citizenship and responsibility, so the future looks good, I'm presentiy in general legal practice in my very small hometown to keep body together; fishing, hunting, camping, sailing, and raising my sons to keep soul together, and in truth (paraphrasing) if you saw my vegetable garden and cabinet shop you would no longer speak to me of empire.

Have intermittent comm with Joe VanHelden, Big Joe, and Mark Brown; they're doing fine. Seth Hudgins is still flying Navy in Jax, I'd like to hear from Joe Vidal, Chris Avery, and Mark

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Schreiber; the two former lo express some thanks, and the latter to apologize. Anybody know where I can find Dave Archiual (alum and former XO of CVN-69)?Tmst all is well out there, at sea and ashore. Fair winds old friends and keep your powder dry. I" II touch base 14 hence.

In other Class news, I checked on Susanne (Clautice) Openshaw and her family. Mark Openshaw '84, Susanne, and their three children— Tommy, Colleen, and Tara—live in Valrico, FL, which is just outside of Tampa. Last year, Mark opened a branch of the family heavy constmction company. Cherry Hill Construction out of Jessup, MD. Susanne still participates in the Navy Reserve as XO of a small engineering unit at MacDill AFB that provides support for U.S. Naval Forces Central Command in Bahrain. Susanne mentioned that she has mn into Dawn and Pat Stratton, who have three girls and are locals. She also saw Ted Williams recently. Ted and his family—three girls too—moved to "Valrico late last year and he is at U.S. Central Command.

Stacey and Phil Corcoran live in Bethesda, MD, with their two girls; Delaney and Cameron, who was bom in April.

"While working on a project in Connecticut this spring, I met some Classmates in Newport attending the surface PXO school. Eight Classmates were members of the Class that graduated on 15 June and they are headed to their respective XO tours: Tom Belesimo, CARTER HALL in Norfolk; Bill "Big Cup of Ice" Campbell, HAWES in Norfolk, Eric "No TVs in Staterooms" Coleman, STETHAM in San Diego; Joe Deleon, VANDERGRDT in Yokosuka, Japan; Jim Houck, MILIUS in San Diego; Bill McKinley, GONZALEZ in Norfolk; Pat Shea, RAMAGE in Norfolk, and Dave Bement, ASHLAND in Little Creek.

Surface warriors Rob Calhoun, one of the Navy 0-5 selectees, has transferred to Iceland for his new assignment.

Rob will be the director of the Tactical Support Center for Commander, Fleet Air Keflavik.

Laura and Kent Van Horn are enjoying their time in Hawaii. Kent is over half way through his executive officer tour on BUFFALO and was selected for 0-5. Laura has kept busy working as a mechanical engineer at a Honolulu firm. They have squeezed in some time to visit and enjoy the other neighboring islands. Laura mentioned that they attended the submarine birthday ball in late April with Mara and Dennis White, who is executive officer of HONOLULU, and watched the premiere of Pearl Harbor on STENNIS.

Eric Perreca recently joined Wavestream Photonics, where he serves as director of business stt-ategy. Wavestream, located in Hayward, CA, is a precision optical manufacturer Cindy and Michael Williams (20th Company) are expecting twins soon. That will give them three 172

exemptions on the tax form next spring. Michael has been flying with Continental Airiines for five years and serves as a 737 first officer based in Newark. He commutes from eastem North Carolina to Newark. (And I thought going from the Maryland suburbs to downtown D.C. was a commute.)

Speaking of children, Christine and Joe DiPaola are expecting baby number five this year. Joe is still with USinternetworking in Annapolis.

Joelle and Tom Keane have two young boys— JT and Ryan. Pete T\imer will be attending the Australian War College beginning in January.

Weinnand Springer is living in Las Vegas.

Chris Hodges and his family have moved to Gaithersburg, MD, one of the D.C. suburbs. Chris works for GE Global Exchange Services.

Dave "DC" Miller dropped a note on the '87 Web page that he is living in Newberg, OR. He mns his own consulting business.

David Robinson helped the San Antonio Spurs achieve the NBA's best regular season record in 2000-01. However, the Spurs met a snong LA Laker squad in the Westem Conference finals and will regroup in an attempt to win another NBA Championship next season. David has also been busy raising funds to start a low-cost private school, the Carver Academy, this September in the San Antonio area. He and Valerie pledged a donation of $5 million to build the school. The Spurs organization has kicked in $1 million, but David hopes to raise close to $57 million to extend the school through grade 8 and create an endowment allowing it to provide a top-notch education at a nominal fee.

Reminder: If you are interested in securing a place to stay, an initial block of rooms has been reserved at the Radisson Hotel Annapolis for the weekend of 26-29 September 2002—our 15 year reunion. A two-night stay is required. The block is under the USNA Class of '87 name. The number is 800-3333333 or 410-224-3150. Beat the msh and make your reservation, as other Classes are having their major reunions the same weekend.

In addition. Navy football kicks off the season at Temple at the end of August. There are plenty of great games scheduled in Annapolis this fall: 8 September against Georgia Tech; 22 September against Boston College; 13 October versus Rice (Homecoming); and 10 November versus Tulane. Also, the Navy-Air Force game will be played on 13 October at Redskins Stadium near D.C. And, of course, the Army-Navy game is 1 December in Philadelphia. Check www.navysports.com for the complete schedule and detailed information. I look forward to seeing you at a tailgater soon!

Hopefully we'll be in the usual location in the NavyMarine Corps Stadium parking lot.

In closing, I just want to mention that I appreciate your patience with regard to the '87 fundraising project originally intended for a new obstacle course. As you know, that idea was rejected last year. However, we do have approximately $ 115,(XK) in hand. Unfortunately, there is no readily available list of acceptable projects for us to review. As I stated last fall, it is not prudent to jump at the first need offered by the Academy and/or Foundation just because we have the money available. 1 will continue to work with the Foundation to identify potential projects and keep you informed of those discussions. Also, 1 hope to provide more information on a Class relationship with MASON (DDG-87) in the upcoming months.

TTFN,TJW.

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Pres: Kennon A. Artis e: Navy88@aol.com Sec'y: Eric Reinhold 101 Southhall Lane, Suite 400, Maitiand, FL 32751 w: 407-667-4825; f: 407-667-4883 e: Academyfmancial@mindspring.com {Ed. Note: The Class of '88 column in the May issue of Shipmate referred to "Our Classmates, David Hoover and Eric Rosen," as contributing to the book TakesfromAnnapolis. David Hoover and Eric Rosen are members of the Class of '84.)

Another Shipmate, another column. Okay...I'm batting two for two now! It's reassuring to know that there are others out there reading the column.

Some of you acmally took up the challenge to send input. I'm sure the threat of more updates about me helped some of you get off the coach, crank up the computer, and fire off an email. Now that the emails are starting to come in, I'm going to go out on a limb and ask for picmres as well. If an econ major like me can leam to use a scanner and save picmres into a .jpeg file, then anyone can do it. Now on to the news!

This month we have things from all over the map and when I say map I mean global. Pour yourself a steaming mug of Java, flop down in your favorite Archie Bunker sofa chair and enjoy...

To begin with, we have of all things a contribution by a non-grad, about a grad. John Larson (484840-1240; johnl@gardnerlewis.com) somehow worked his way through the World Wide Web to my address. He says this about a fellow pork chop of mine: My good friend. Andrew Mueck. is a 1988 graduate of the Naval Academy. He is still an officer within the Navy and located in Pennsylvania. Andy and his wife were recently blessed with triplets. I would like to make several of his Classmales aware of their situation in hopes we can develop a support base for them, as they will have needs beyond their means. Can you help me, or direct me lo the appropriate individual that can assist me infindinga contact list of his graduating Class? Thank you, in advance, for your help!

Well John, here it is, even though you don't get Shipmate. I'm sure all of you with kids, like myself, can imagine how tough triplets would be. If you don't have a way to contact, Andy, then give his friend John a call or write him.

Now from clear across the globe we have another unexpected email from one of our foreign national Classmates from 8th Company. Here's the text in it's entirety: Congratulations to Joseph Emilio "Jun Jun" A Abaya on his recent marriage (24 May 2001.

Feast of Mary Help of Christians) to Maria Rowena L Abesamis which was officiated at the Saint John Bosco Parish Church. Makati City. Included in the wedding party as sponsors were former Prime Minister Cesar E A Virata (a grand uncle of the groom). Executive Secretary Renalo S de Villa (a former Chief of Staff of die Anned Forces of the Philippines as well as former Philippine Defense Secretary) and Maj Gen Narciso L Abaya (USMA'7l)(an uncle of the groom).

Among the guests were PMA Classmates of Joseph's father. Congressman Plaridel M Abaya'59. which include COMO Carlos L Agustin '60 and CAPT Bonifacio C Lomotan'60. Max Mejia continues on his third year as a faculty member in the WQorl Maritime University at Malmo. Sweden, seconded by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) which has been selected by Max as his permanent service when Shipmate, July-August 2001

the PCG separated from the Philippine Navy in 1998. The separation project was actually initiated by Chuck Agustin '60 during his incumbency as its Commandant (1990 to 1993), an idea nurtured through long association with the USCG and the Japan Maritime Safety Agency (JMSA, now Japan Coast Guard) when he was Chief of Staff and later Deputy Commandant of the PCG in 1980 to 1985 and with the Indonesian Directorate General for Sea Communication (DGSC) during his incumbency as CPCG. Max served as Flag Secretary to Chuck Agustin. A wise choice, since perhaps the Navy is too small for the two '88ers. After all. with its separation, the CPCG position now becomes a three star position, coequal with the PN. Como Carlos L Agustin '60 PN (Ret.),

Rob "Robby" Robinson (Robby.Robinson @usi.net) a fellow 22nd Companymate sends his regards. H e ' s back in the Annapolis area and "absolutely" loving it. He actually lives in Crofton, and his wife, Kelly, and he have two little ones. Robby promises to write and fill us in on the details soon.

Next an update from Mike Davis (first time writing since graduation): All hail the new regime! I think so far you are doing a great job. And if you print this it will be the first time I have appeared in Shipmate'. Like most of my Classmates. I've been through a lot since graduation. I did my time and saw the world in the Navy, then went to Austin. TX. where I played in Rock and Roll bands as much as possible and worked my way up the computer geek food chain. Last year I moved to the Boston area lo work for a startup called Slorability. where I am still, enjoying what I do. but dearly missing the South. I also write short stories, which you can find at www.whilefangnews.com. There also. is more detail on my life in Yankeeland.

I am still single, no kids, and a big Red Sox fan. Good luck in your quest, and I hope you keep your word belter than Daddy Bush did. We're all counting on you.

Mike's reference to Daddy Bush, is in regards to my "read my lips" pledge to always have a Shipmate column. Rich R o m o (rromo@avaya.com, 408-944-3254) obviously had nightmares about my promise to write more about myself: Glad 10 see you've taken on the role of Class info hub. Also glad to see that you plan to have input for every issue of Shipmate, not too sure I need to see too many more photos of you though.

Nothing personal you understand. Anyway, per your request. I thought Td drop you a line with a little update info on myself. Not a great deal has changed since I last submitted an update. I'm still working at Avaya Inc (formerly the Business Communications Division of Lucent; formerly the Business Communications Division of AT&T, formerly profitable) as a project manager. I've moved since I last updated the Class, but not far. Just a move of a few miles from Milpitas, CA. to San Jose, CA (they're right next to each other). For that last year or so I've had a front row seal for the "dot com" implosion. Talk about a show, I remember visiting some customers a couple years ago that were involved in the dot com world, or they developed their own server/chip/etc or they housed networks, and I remember asking myself: "how are these guys going to make enough $$$ to stay in business?"

Time has answered my question. I've been fortunate in that the downsizing bug has avoided me even when it visited my company. There is a God. I live with my wife (Jill) and two kids (Sheri and Shawn). The only addition lo the family since I last wrote Shipmate is a new dog, Triton. He spends all his time tormenting our first dog (Ariel) by chewing on her ears. While I've run into quite a few USNA grads here in the Silicon Valley. I've mn into almost no '88 grads.

Thanks Rich, and now onto a Classmate who thinks we may have given him up for dead!

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Just a short update for those who are surprised to see the name, Paul Bertholf (Dutch.Bertholfp@ 2mawbft.usmc.mil).

Yes. I actually graduated after 71 days of restriction. My wife. Alida, and daughter. Claire (10 months), just PCS'd to MCAS Beaufort, SC, Our prior assignment to Marforres in New Orleans was pretty good, especially the duck and goose hunting on my in-laws rice farm. It is always better to be lucky than good and as luck would have it, I have taken command of CSSD-23. Brian Bartholf and Dave Maxwell attended the change of command.

Brian is at VMFA-122 flying FA-18s and Dave is the S-4 of MAG-26, soon to become a G-Shop Pogue with 2D Marine Division, G-4, Thanks for the input, Paul. I don't know if I ' v e been out of the Navy too long or what, but I have no idea what he said in the last three lines! Well, now I'm going to take you from the Marines to submarines. Here's a letter from an old Plebe, 33rd Company Classmate, Dennis McKelvey: Here is an update on some of our Classmates, especially the submariners.

1 am still on active duty and read Shipmate regularly, but sometimes feel in the minority because it seems like everyone has gotten out of the Navy and is now a bank vice president or some other high-powered civilian job.

No offense intended to my Nuke school roommate Mike Musser. who is in fact an investment banking vice president, Mike is living in North Carolina and keeps busy raising his four wonderful kids with his wife, Joannie ("home so soon boys!"), whom he met while at the Academy, He works with another former submariner, Andy Green, Dave Shelton, another successful former submariner, is a corporate lawyer for a railroad company in Norfolk. VA. Some of the Class of '88 submariners are still in the Navy and several are serving as XO or are attending PXO School. I recently ran into my prototype roommate. Rich Bryant and Jim Gray in Groton. I was there, house hunting for my next assignment and they had just started their first week of PXO school.

Rich is going to be the XO on HYMAN RICKOVER

out of Norfolk and Jim will bring ALASKA out of overhaul as XO. I am leaving my current position as Submarine Squadron 17 Engineer in June to start the training pipeline to become officer in charge of NR-1. I report to NR-1 in December and should relieve in the spring of 2002, My wife, Susan (the Color Girl for our Class), myself and my three kids (Sydney (10), Hayden (7), Corrina (3)) are sad to leave Bangor, WA, after five wonderful years here, but we found a great house in Groton, The following Classmates did their submarine department head tour in Bangor with me, but I do not know where they are currently: M a r k Guevarra, Dan Hurdle, Scott Rein, and Chris Verdoni. Owen Travis is in Bangor now as the XO of MICHIGAN (Gold). Other '88 submariners still in the Navy include Dan Bacon, who works submarine operations at Submarine Group 7 in Japan. John Zimmerman completed a tour as the Submarine Squadron 11 Engineer in San Diego last year and has been at the War College most recently. Tom Zwolfer was a member of the PACFLT ORSE board in Hawaii for his post department head shore duly.

Does anyone know where Shaun Donnelly, Carl and Lisa Peterson, Gordon Cole, and Rich Kondo are now?

I also keep in touch with a few non-submariners. Jose Escobar and Keith Masterson both live in Colorado and fly for United Airlines, Mike Kraft lives in San Diego and was recently promoted by 24-hour fitness corporation to spearhead the company wide energy conservation and usage programs because of all the electrical power problems in California, Bruce Morris and his wife.

Petra recentiy had their third child. Claire. His first two children, Colton and Tori, really love their

new sister. Bruce is doing his second tour at Naval Postgraduate School getting his PH.D. in oceanography.

I would love to see some input from other Sweet 16 Companymates in upcoming issues. I hope this input helps.

It sure does, Dennis, many thanks for your feedback on a lot of our Classmates. Now 1 dare someone to try and top him! Finally, we could have a major Class Ring story in the works if this turns out like a fairy tale with everyone hving "happily ever after."

It seems fate is having two lost rings from Classes spanning almost 40 years work themselves together.

The following is a letter from Ernest Luders '58, in regards to his lost ring: Some time during the early summer of 1965, (when I was attending PG school in Monterey), I was silting on a blanket at Carmel Beach while keeping an eye on my three sons who were playing in the water. I had just removed my ring, set it on the blanket and started putting on some sun tan lotion when the youngest, John, who was three, got bowled over by a wave and I leapt up to give him a hand. After rescuing him from the briny, I retumed to the blanket and finished "greasing up."

Later, when it was time to leave, I shook the sand out of the blanket and we headed home to La Mesa Village. Not long after arriving home I realized that I didn't have my ring and headed back to the beach with a rake in hopes of finding it. I found the right spot because buried in the sand I found a few cigarette butts that I recognized as mine (I've since given up that evil habit). Try as I might, I was unable to unearth the ring, I purchased a replacement from Jostens and that was the end of the story...until late May of this year. On 24 May I received the following email: "I was in the USNA Class of 1950, I believe I have found your Class ring in a used coin shop in Monterey, CA, Asking Price is $275, Let me know if you are interested.

George W. East '50 " Some surprise eh? But would you believe that of all the people in the Navy that might take an interest in a Naval Academy Class ring on sale in a coin shop, George East was the ASW Officer and Ops Officer in VP-17 at Whidbey Island, WA, in the early '60s where we served together! Unbelievable eh? I contacted George and he put me in touch with the shop. Today, 5 June 2001, one day after the 43rd anniversary of our graduation, I received my long lost ring in the mail after having been missing for 36 years!

Of course you're all wondering, hey, Eric that's a great story, but what does that have to do with the price of tea in China?' Okay, okay already. The following is a reply from George East (realtorone@ juno.com) about what happened when he stopped back by the coin shop: When 1 went to the post office today I slopped in the coin shop to tell the owner that Emie had received his ring. Again I looked in the showcase and this time I found a Class of 1988 ring. Unfortunately there is no name engraved on it, but it is very distinctive. It has gold in place of a stone, and there is a religious cross of very small diamonds on top of the gold. The ring seems a littie smaller than mine so perhaps it is a ladies ring.

Please contact me by email.

And now, as Paul Harvey says, "you know the rest of the story." Let's see if we can spread the word via email etc. and end close the loop on this thing for one of our Classmates!

Well, that's it for this month. It's 10:50 p.m. right now (that's 2250 for all you folks still in.. .1 think), and the deadline to get this in ends in just over an hour. Until next time, enjoy the summer and let everyone know what you did by dropping me a line. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Eric

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Pres: Ingar G r e v 2721 Summers Ridge Drive O d e n t o n , M D 21113-1589 h: 410-695-0747; w: 703-872-4027 f: 419-818-7319; e: igrev@bwwonline.net Corr. Sec'y: M a r g a r e t Rayburn 605 S. Oakland St., St. Johns, MI 48879 h: 517-227-2503; f: 425-871-2697 e: mlim89@hotmail.com or mlrl @yahoo.com Listserv: USNA89@mde.com Listserv subscription: send email to usna89-request@mde.com, in body of message write: subscribe Webmaster: Tony Newpower e: newps@sprintmail.com Class Web site: www.usna89.org Hello again all—As a continuation to last month's news, I received the following multi-Classmate update and family photo from Mike Rodriguez: Coming up on 12 years and I've never written.

1 guess it's lime. I'm stationed in Hawaii at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS.org). part of USP.ACOM. I'll be here until summer '02. Bruce Czaja works up al Camp Smith—I think he's rotating this summer. I took my job here from Tom Bruno, who is now regimental air officer at Kaneohe Bay. He's headed off lo Command and Staff this summer. I've kept up with a few other '89ers. Kevan Katuin is out of the Corps and works in the D.C. area. He and his wife. Carolyn, have four children and live in Virginia. Mark Hulbert has been out since "94 and works for a large local business in Fargo. ND. He"s married with three children. Brian "BiF' Canova is flying for the airlines, was married last year, and lives in the Atlanta area. Kent Brown got out in "94 and now runs Iwo businesses in the Bay Area. Frank Menarchick li\es in Houston and works for Compaq. Frank Salcedo and his family have a house about five miles from my house in La Mesa/El Cajon (San Diego). He left the Navy a couple of years ago and now works for a large consulting firm. A.P. Holmes married Chris Freuh '90 and they live in San Diego. They had possibly one of the most fun weddings of all time in Ohio a few years back. Chris left the Navy last year. Adams OpsO for a C-130 squadron in Miramar. I ran into Mike Ballou here in Honolulu. I think he works al Pearl Harbor. My last squadron. VMFAT-101. had a bunch of "89ers in it—Dave Bergman. Jim Durso. Brett Bekken10 name a few. They" re all out. most of the guys from that squadron are flying for the airlines (Jim is working his family business in Jersey?). John Hammes is a Navy doctor stationed al Balboa in San Diego. Sounds like he"s having a ball. I wonder if lhere"s any data available on how many '89ers are still active duly?

I'm including a family picture. We were married six months after graduation, and the children are 10. 8. 7. and 4. I'm listed in Kailua if anyone"s coming through, give me a call and I'll take you spearfishing in one of my secret spots!

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The Rodriguez family Thanks for the updates and photos, Mike. Next I received a note from Doug Perry—he has joined up with LCDR Dirk MacFarlane '86 Team Navy, the Navy's Adventure Racing Team. Along with two other teammates, they competed in Odyssey Adventure Racing's Beast of the East race in Southwestem Virginia. Although some extreme sleep deprivation hampered their navigation sufficiently to keep them from winning the race, the team has eamed a spot in September's Discovery Channel Adventure Racing World Championships to be held in Switzerland. Similar to the Eco-Challenge, the "Beast" covered 350 paddling, ttekking, and mountain biking miles in the Shenandoah Mountains and on the New River.

Doug Perty pops the cork after the 350 joumey.

Other news passed along by Doug: John Tregoning and Doug Perry have been exploring the Potomac River by kayak over the past few months, routinely launching their joumey"s out of Trebone"s new pad in Old Town Alexandria. John is also attending the Academy"s Skipper "D"" qualification course so that he can ragal young midshipman on summer sailtramid with tales of yore and recite How"s the Cow. How bloomin" long he was in the Navy, and name all men honored on Preble Monument. He is able to fit in a little flying on the side with United Airlines lo pay the bills.

Abby and Jim Clautice hosted JoAnne and Doug Perry. John Tregoning. Lee Priest and his wife for the Mens Final Four in Alexandria.

Abby's University of Arizona heritage wasn't enough lo carry the day. unfortunately. Lee Priest's newborn baby girl and 9-monlh old. Gabbie Clautice. were the real attention-getters that night, however. Both babies are healthy and beautiful.

Don Gabrielson is on his way to his XO tour aboard ANTIKTAM later this spring. Marko Medved reported last fall to DC. for a tour in some CEC billet—lady-killer to the last, he belongs on a recruiting poster.

Thanks for the input, Doug. 1 also received this input from Rick Frey (rafrey5@attglobal.net): Hello '89!

For the past ten months I've been wearing purple while I complete a joint tour at EUCOM Headquarters in Germany. After spending nearly

nine years leaming every facet of shipboard engineering, the Navy in its infinite wisdom decides to make me the Intemational Political-Military Affairs Officer for Germany. Austria, and Switzerland. So far 1 have not managed lo start any wars, so I guess I"m doing okay. I am thoroughly enjoying life here in Europe and my job provides plenty of oppormnity for me to travel. I haven't mn into any '89ers over here yet. but if anyone is ever passing through Stuttgart. Germany drop me a line and we'll get together for some good German beer. I am also looking to hear from anyone from 20lh Company. If you're out there, drop me a line. Best wishes to everyone and Beat Army.

T h a n k s , Rick! Krista (Harris) Cheatham ( k c h e a t h a m @ m i l b a n k . c o m or kristacheatham @hotmail.com) wrote in with some good news: I don't have a bunch to share, but I do have a personal milestone coming up: by the time we're all reading our Shipmates, I will have graduated from Georgetown University Law Center (finally) and will be studying for the New York State bar exam. In August, right after the exam. I will do Iwo months of pro bono work at the Southern Center for Human Rights in Atlanta. GA (the SCHR is known for death penally and indigent defense litigation primarily in the Southeast). In October. I report lo work full lime as an associate in the D.C. office of the law firm Milbank. Tweed.

Hadley & McCloy. My areas of practice w ill be an odd one but hopefully interesting mix of corporate finance and space law. I can be reached anytime by email.

Congramlations, Krista! Good luck on the bar exam! Got a quick note, followed up by a picture from Duska (Sahler) Pearson with happy news of Ann Hollenbeck's wedding a few months back: Ann Hollenbeck's wedding was on 30 December in Denver. CO. Cathy Donohue came in from Spain with her fiance. Dave, they are getting married next fall. Tom and Ruth (Chasen) Popp came with their littie girl Hannah (third of their four girls), and she was the flower girl (Ann is Hannahs Godmother). Kathleen Monihan. Joan Oldmixon. and Monica Jordan were there also.

Elizabeth (Meneeley) Hofmeister w as there with her husband loo.

It was a beautiful wedding; Ann married Chris Reney. who is in the Navy. also. He is stationed at USNA. and Ann is recmiting in Denver. They are hoping to be together next year. I am living in the Chicago area. We live in the westem suburb called Glen Ellyn and have two girls. Annika (4) and Gretchen (almost 2). 1 stay at home, and Scott works downtown for an investment-banking firm, specializing in technology stocks. I just heard from Maria (Chapman) Long. She is expecting twins. I think her due date is late summer! I am waiting for the follow up details.

T h a n k s , D u s k a . . . C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s , Ann and Chris! And Maria Sophia, looks like you are on the hook for a full update come fall! We expect pictures of those beautiful twins!

Ann (Hollenbeck) and Chris Reney Shipmate. July-August 2001

Milt Songy wrote in with happy news on his new son's birth. L u c a s j o i n s big sister, Madeleine "Maddie," who is 2-1/2. Congratulations, Milt, Lisa, and Maddie and welcome, Lucas! Here are the particulars on the little fella: Lucas Arnold Songy; bom 1 8 A p r i l 2 0 0 1 ; 5 : 1 5 p . m . ; 7 1bs, 13 oz; 19 5/8 inches long Got a quick note from Cathy Masar.. .after back to back tours in Italy, she is headed back stateside to Seattle, WA, for assignment as the training officer onboard ABR.AH.A-M LINCOLN ( C V N - 7 2 ) . Sounds like

she is doing great—and she'll be near family again after years away! Good luck on LINCOLN, Cathy!

And finally, right before deadline 1 heard from Steve Dininger with a new addition announcement and photos! Sandy Dininger gave birth to Claire Elise on 16 May at 6:32 p.m. This is Steve ( l l t h Company) and Sandy's first. She was 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 19 inches long. Claire came on her mom and dad's anniversary, so romantic dinners on 16 May are history (well, at least for a while)!

Dad introduced Claire to the world in proper Navy style—the first words she saw were "Beat Army" on Steve's shirt. Don't know if she'll be a member of the USNA 2023 or not—Sandy is a Clemson girl, so who knows.

Congratulations. Steve and S a n d y — w e l c o m e Claire! That's all the updates I have for now. Would love to hear from you! Take care, " 8 9 . — M L M R

The Dininger family

SABRD Available N o w !

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Pres: Capt Robert B. Sofge, U S M C Corr. Sec'y: Major Carter Honesty 2625 N. Hwy. 360, Apt. 926, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 h: 817-649-5873; w: 817-280-4481 e: clhonest@aol.com; chonesty @ bellhelicopter.textron .com Webmaster: Ron Surfield e: rsurfield@netrail.net Class Web site: www.usna90.org A final note from outgoing Class Cortesponding Secretary, Eileen (Haskins) Laubacher: Hi there '90! I am sorry that there has been no Class news for the last couple of months. This is for two separate and distinct reasons. First, the mail (email and otherwise) that I have been getting has slowed to less than a trickle. After these months of newslessness (MS Word is telling me that is not a word, but I like it and so am going to keep il in anyway) I have only two letters lo pass on to everyone. And while those two are great notes, two is still not a lot. The other reason is that my family of four and my new Pampered Chef business are taking my time to such an extent that I am not giving this column nearly the attention that it deserves. Therefore, Carter Honesty has volunteered (ever so bravely) to step into the void and become the Class Corresponding Secretary, The past two years (I can't believe it has been two years already) of writing this have been great, but I am ready to pass the baton to someone new. Not only will this give us a new perspective in the column, which is always good, but hopefully the change will encourage all of you to write in to Carter to tell him what has been going on in your lives. (Plus. 1 am looking forward to getting my Shipmate and being pleasantly surprised to see who has written in and what they are doing).

Thanks for all the notes and words of support that you have all given me over the past two years.

Our email address will be remaining the same for the next couple of years thanks to the contract in blood that we signed with Bill Gales, so feel free to write to me any time. And now, without further ado, here is Carter, Thanks, Eileen! You've done a tremendous j o b over the past two years and I sincerely hope that I can do as well as you in keeping up with our Classmate news or newslessness, 1 like that word, too, but I hope that does not happen. D o n ' t let m e down. Ninety!

Sadly, 1 must start my tenure by reporting the passing of our Classmate, J o e Nelson. Joe passed away on 29 April 2001 from injuries sustained in a car accident near his home in Corona, CA. His wife, and our Classmate, L a u r i e (Wood) Nelson provided a w r i t e - u p from J o e ' s m e m o r i a l which appears in the "Last Call" section of this issue. Karl Hines attended Joe's services and, along with numerous others, has provided much needed comfort and support to the Nelson Family. Karl provided the following: Laurie asked that I include some not so serious stuff because Joe would want il that way, I agreed and I now imagine myself back in our room on 2-1 senior year Joe is poking fun at me for being so serious about all this. He would be saying "aw come on—lighten up" and we would end up putting in a Cult CD and cranking il while playing hackey sack with Eric Brumwell. Jeff Ward '91, and John Grierson '91. Then, to further distract me, he would try to get me to watch the latest movie he had declared a "Classic." Although, Joe and I both know "Planes. Trains, and Automobiles" is the all time classic! Laurie would visit for a while somewhere in this night and remind

both of us that he had a history paper due the next moming, Joe would assure her that he would get to it soon after the movie and a dip. Funny highlights abound from those years in 22nd Company, From the oranges smashed into each other's doors to a contraption devised to annoy our neighbors on 2-0 lo painting Adam Hunt's name on our behinds and waking him to that sight at 3 a.m, in the morning, I am in the process of writing more of these down for a letter to Joe's kids and I will include some great photos as well, Laurie would appreciate anyone who knew Joe to do the same so Meaghan and Nate can read about their dad when they are older.

Maybe Laurie will wail till they are a Utile older before she lets them read some of them?

Laurie's wish for Meaghan and Nate is to understand how truly wonderful their father was and to keep his memory alive within them. She has asked that any thoughts or memories of Joe be written down in the form of a letter to his children that can be shared with them when they are a little older A trust fund has been established for Meaghan and Nate. If you wish to make a contribution, please make check payable to: Laurie S. Nelson, Trustee of the Nelson Children Tmst. Please send letters and contributions to: 13768 Buckskin Trail Drive, Corona, C A 92883. (Note: Laurie will be moving in August 2001. Her new address will be: 221 B Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118). Her email in August will be: nelsonls@efdsw.navfac.navy.mil. The Class sends its sympathy and prayers to Laurie and the entire Nelson family. Thank you, Karl, for assisting with everything and 1 look forward to hearing some more personal information about you and your family and life in Norfolk.

First, a note from Dale Minich (drsam709@ msn.com): Greetings '90! My life of wearing a uniform continues and with the start of shore duty it will be a bit easier for the next couple years, I have just finished my tour of duty on L, MENDEL RIVERS (SSN-686) where 1 served as the engineer for three years. During this time I spent nine months in the Med and two under the polar ice cap (I am in the picture in the Class of 1998 column, January 2001 issue). Currently, I am the short term SSN scheduler on the staff of SubLant, On the personal side, 1 just celebrated my first anniversary with my wonderful and supportive wife, Sarah, We are having our first child on 26 February, This will make four total to go along with the seven pets in the house; 1 tell everyone we are now full. Other Classmates that I have seen or heard about include: Bill McKinney, who is not lost, he is still the navigator on a boat in Groton and will be transferring lo D,C, this summer, Neil Covington who has finished his tour as the Weapons Officer out in Bangor and is also now in D,C, Butch Dollaga who is starting his new job wearing civilian clothes as a member of the line locker at Naval Reactors (he is still in the Navy), Mike Kostuik and I had lunch a few weeks back, he is a member of the T R E at SubLant and geuing used to the Norfolk area, Jeff Grimes is a detailer and was in town last month for their annual show. Ed Anderson rode the boat with us up under the ice and then rejoined his family as they transferred to Naples, Italy for some of the see the world that we do.

Kevin Kingery is a civilian now and he and his wife. Diane, are expecting their first in February.

Joe Polanin is the XO of a minesweeper in Texas and loves his job as a Navy diver. That about wraps up the news. For those of you who have left the Navy, let me say that now is an exciting time with lots of changes. We are all hoping that the new president comes through on some of his promises, but until then we continue to do with what we have. If anyone is in the Norfolk area, look me up. Give me a couple days heads up and 1 am sure that I can arrange something. Go. Ninety!

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From Duane Sand (Duanesand@worldnet.att.net) I received the following: I want to thank e\ ery one of you who supported my campaign for the United States Senate, both morally and financially. While I did not win I am happy to report that, among Republican challengers. 1 finished second among all candidates across America, as a percentage of the vote in my home state of North Dakota. In fact the challenger who finished ahead of me is none other than George Allen, of Virginia, who defeated Senator Chuck Robb. Despite losing to my opponent, a 20-year career politician. 1 have no regrets and will continue lo pursue it until I win. In other words. "I Have Not Yet Begun To Fight!" The experience seems now to be almost surreal. Gelling lo have lunch with Senator Trent Lolt. plan with Senator Chuck Hagel. and campaign for a full day with Senator John McCain '58 was all very different than riding nuclear submarines. But the transition was made easier by knowing other Academy graduates had gone before me lo help lead our country and sustain our Democracy/Republic.

If you would like to see some great pictures of me campaigning with John McCain see www.sandforsenate.com. An update on a few of our Classmates. Kurt Egleseder is making tremendous strides in his recovery after that near fatal car accident in 1997. Walt Scott is out of the Marines, believe it or not. and working north of Pittsburgh. Jeff Grimes is the detailer for nuclear submarine department heads in Tennessee. Jeff Naglestad is working for Black N Decker in Baltimore. And my best man. Craig Laws, is flying for United out of D.C. While I could not attend our ten-year reunion. 1 heard fantastic things. My hat is off to Jonathon Salkoff for working so hard lo make il such a success. Love lo hear from you.

N e x t , a note from J o e C z o p e k ( j c z o p e k @ yahoo.com; 703-978-6032): "90 ! 1 want to say hi to everyone and give you an update on my family and I. I"ve been married since "93 lo my loving wife. Tina. We have Iwo daughters. Amelia (4). and Sophia (1-1/2). Last but not least, we have Iwo Dalmatians. Jackie and Georgia, who aie sisters and are both 7—I"m still ranning five days a week and they make good mnning buddies. We live in Annandale. VA. and welcome all "90s Classmates lo stay with us if you're passing through the area. Depending on traffic, we're 20-40 minutes from the Pentagon. Call us for directions. I've also been recently elected lo the FY02 Board of Directors to the Greater Washington Chapter of the USN A Alumni Association.

The Chapter's new president is Ken Barausky '67. and he is looking lo do some networking breakfasts, happy hours, golf. etc. and continue with the luncheons. Please join us or slop by if you're in the D.C. area. We hold monthly luncheons and you can gel more information at the Web site: wwwusnaaagwc.com When Fm not mnning. my current position as a systems engineer has me 25 percent involved with providing information security support for two Navy software programs. Consequently. Tve developed a passion for information security and I am actively looking lo transition into the information security career field as an information security engineer or into a related cybercrime and threat intelligence position. If anyone has information security positions open at their company in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Td appreciate an email or call my cell 703-675-3184. Slop by and visit.

That's il for now. Go '90!

And a note from Karon (Lewis) Curry: I'm still at Marine Corps Systems Command in Quantico. VA. and am having a ball, 1 review logistics documents and conduct Logistics Assessments for C4I (Intell and Communications) Programs. NBC and Team Marine Programs and the AAAV (137 total programs). 1 was a military assistant for Vice President Cheney"s daughter during the Inaugural Week in January. It was quite

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an honor and humbling experience. My husband, Jim. just retired from the Marine Corps and we are finally living together (after nearly Iwo years of martiage). Il"s a pretty cool concept to actually live with your spouse. We just got back from Alaska where our nephew graduated from high school and we went snow skiing (in June). Il was beautiful and I highly recommended it as a vacation spot. The house is coming along really well!

We"ve got all but the kitchen floor tiling done, and are going to be opening the pool this week.

We"ve already taken the boat out and gone skiing a couple of limes. The jet skis are next. Let me know when you're in the area and we'll lake you out. Jennifer (Buenviaje) Weggen is still in Richmond working al the recruiting station where she is a department head. She is breaking records left and right on getting qualified naval officers into the service, I think its her perky personality. Her husband, Jim Weggen '89, works with Caplial One. They have two adorable sons, Joe and Nick.

Billy Castleberry just finished law school al Tulane, The courtrooms will never be the same!

Racquel (Williams) Johnson is still on active duty serving a department head tour al the training command in Jacksonville. FL. Racquel is planning on getting out of the Navy this fall and will soon be a household name in fashion before too long. She is currently working on her degree in fashion marketing. She completed an Olympic distance triathlon last month. She did fantastic!

She asked me to do it with her. but there was something about having lo swim an entire mile without drowning that made me think better of it. Her husband, Troy, a Navy Commander and an H-60 pilot, is up for orders this summer or fall and we're hoping she ends up here in the Virginia-D.C. area.

Michelle VanExel just got orders to the Pentagon and will report this summer. Semper Fi! And now a few words from our Class Secretary, Jim Forrester: The new USNA Class of 1990 Executive Committee met on 22 April lo discuss the organization's bylaws and to develop the Class Plan. The three major areas of discussion were: Class Plan. Class Organization, and Class Funds and Fundraising.

Class Plan—The strategic direction of the Class will be formalized in a document known as "The Class Plan" and will be presented lo the Class in lime for our annual meeting during Homecoming 2001. The bylaws and Plan will be available for viewing on the Class Web site (www.usna90.org) when that site is up and ranning. Currently, the Class site is in the process of migrating from one host to another. The Class email list is up and running al groups.yahoo.com/group/USNA90. If you haven't already, please join the email list today.

Class Organization—At Homecoming 2000. several members of the Class agreed to become regional Class representatives. The support of these individuals is vital to ensure that the Class officers remain connected to the broader organization. There are still several areas of the country not represented. Those interested in representing the Class in their region should contact Dave Streight (dstreight@yarcom.com) A list of these regional representatives will be published in next month's Shipmate, and will also be available on the Class Web site.

Class Funds and Fundraising—There are Iwo types of funds associated with the Class: Operational and Restricted (Project Funds). As a result of the reunion last fall, we have some operational money which we can use lo fund things such as tailgaters this fall, the hosting of our Class Web site, and Class mailings, etc. The officers are considering how lo raise future operational funds through Class dues—some annual assessment based on a budget that will be part of the Class Plan. Our Class has also raised Restricted funds that are being administered by the Naval Academy Foundation on our behalf The Foundation is primarily responsible for raising funds for use by

the Alumni Association operations as well as Alumni support of the Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen. The Class Executive Committee is going to appoint a Philanthropic Funds Director to coordinate our next Class project, which will also be a part of the Class Plan. Al the same time, we will all be receiving calls from the Foundation as part of the major campaign being launched this June. On an ongoing basis, the Foundation conducts annual fundraising. as well. These calls are part of a coordinated campaign to raise funds on behalf of the Alumni Association for three separate reasons—and they are all very important. If you have any questions about these programs, please feel free lo contact any of the members of the Executive Committee, and keep an eye out for messages regarding potential Class Projects.

Class Officers—In case you hadn't heard via the email list, the new officers are: President— Jonathan Salkoff; Executive Vice President— Dave Streight: Administrative Vice President—John Byington. Secretary—Jim Forrester and Treasurer—Joe Kirby. The Executive Committee members are excited to be the newest advocates of the USNA Class of 1990 in the Alumni Association, The Class has developed an exceptional reputation over the past len years as an "up-and-comer" and we will strive lo continue that trend.

Okay Classmates, now it's my m m . The last time you heard from me was after the reunion. Since then, I've run into quite a few Classmates here in Texas. In November, I attended the Navy-University of Texas basketball game in Austin with Mike Gordon and Lynne Smith, both working for Dell Computers, and Bret "Sparky" Simon who works for Applied Materials. Marc Johnson could not attend. I also ran into one of my Fourth Company Plebes, Jim Nadalini '92, and one of his Classmates. They are both pursuing MBAs at the University of Texas.

Marc is a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy Reserve and works for Orion Intemational as a candidate recmiter in Austin. Marc flew SH-60s from '92-'96 then served as a T-34 instmctor from '96'99. He has a 9-year-old daughter, Tayler, and is planning on getting married in September 2001.

Lynne loves her job at Dell and, since Febmary, has been working as the Storage Brand Manager for the global, marquis accounts. She keeps herself busy cycling and ranning and trying to keep up with her yellow lab-golden retriever mix, Emily. Lynne said that Mark and Deirdre (Gutierrez) Oakley adopted a beautiful baby boy this winter. Welcome aboard, Zeke! How about a picture, Deirdre?

Lynne also said that a group of Classmates are gathering to mn the Annapolis ten-miler on Sunday, 26 August 2001. Scheduled to participate are: James and Carla (Meyers) Albritton, Chris (Bath) Z a c h e r y , K a t h r y n D a i l e y , A d a m and Chris (Frueh) Holmes. Ed Devinney, and maybe Maria (Filonczuk) Galbraith who is expecting her second baby. For more info or to register for the race, go to: www.annapolisstriders.org/. Hurry.. .the race caps at 5,000 entrants.

S p e a k i n g of new m e m b e r s of the Class of "90.. .Steven and Terry (Bradford) Crane are expecting their first child on 11 June. Terry is out of the Navy and happily employed with Merrill Lynch in Camarillo, CA. Steven, a former naval aviator, flies 747-400S for United Airlines out of San Francisco. Terry assured me that Steven is working the details of their new digital camera and we can expect photos and an update of the Crane family in a future issue.

M i k e G a b r i e l ( M J G a b r i e l @ a o l . c o m ) came through a few months ago. Mike left the submarine community for CivLant and proceeded to take a

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one-month tour of the United States. Starting from Kings Bay, GA, Mike proceeded across the U.S. on a westward-southern route. Email Mike, he'll hook you up with his personal Web page that highlights his ttip. It's pretty neat. Hetinedto stay with as many Classmates as possible. He has great stories and photos to go with each link. Mike and I had fun during his four-day stay. 1 introduced him to the "Red River Ranch Gang" (my apartment complex friends). He swears I live at "Melrose Place"...too much drama. He is now in New York (Long Island) hanging out with his parents (renovating their home) while awaiting new employment.

He acmally went on two job interviews here in DEW while he was staying with me. What happened, Mike? Where are you now?

Mike Giles and Fran Utiey came through DFW a few months ago while they were attending American Airlines ground school. 1 ran into Mike a couple of times at local watering holes and 1 saw Fran at Starbucks the moming she was leaving. Where are you two now? Wade Reinthaler left United Express after the reunion to fly cargo out of Minneapolis (I hear the Airbus handles much better than those turbo-props you were tooling around the Rockies in). Wade started American Airlines ground school on 4 June. Congramlations to you all on your new careers.

Got a note from Will Clarke at Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey. He's studying contract management and financial management and enjoying spending time with his wife, Danielle, and their children. Savannah (4) and Christopher (2-1/2). He says that Paul Beckley, Aaron Peters, and Steve Rutherford are still on deck. Steve graduates in June and is headed for a tour at NAVSEA in Washington D.C. Will also said that my "fellow jarhead brethren" Bob Liebe and John Calvert just left.

Thanks, Will...glad to know we're all on the same team. (Grin.)

Jerry Wallace is still out at Point Mugu NAS as the OpsO of the Naval Weapons Test Squadron, "The World Famous Bloodhounds." He recently posed for a few pics in Playgirl.. .um, 1 mean Aviation Week & Space Technology., .launching the Navy'sfirstGBU24 E/B from the F-14.. .you big smd. Jerry is planning on leaving the Navy soon and will seek employment with the major airlines, too.

Art Gibb (ArtGibb@yahoo.com) retumed from his tour on GEORGE WASHINGTON as the "Shooter"

and promptly reported to the RAG for P-3 refresher training. He'll be stationed in Brunswick, ME, again. Art also has a great Web site with numerous thumbnails worthy of downloading.

Wayne Parker has taken a leave of absence from the CIA (Chinese linguist) to pursue a law degree at the University of Southem Califomia. From what he tells me he eats a lot of ramen noodles and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches trying to keep up with mition and the cost of living in Los Angeles, but he's having a great time on campus. Hmmm...I wonder why, Wayne? He likes to send me case summaries about bungled murder plots and botched robberies.

It is amazing that some people can be so smpid.

I ran into Martin Culbreath at the Quantico Burger King a few months ago. He was on his way to the pistol range. He is now an FBI Agent in Washington, D.C, and has a great apartment a few blocks from the Capitol.

I also received an email from former Classmate Robert "Sarge" Lavalley (rlavalley@kmart.com).

He stated that after he left USNA in May '89 he became a computer programmer at the Handleman Company in Troy, MI. He worked there for five years then left to work for Ford in Dearbom. There, Shipmate, July-August 2001

he met his wife. Amy Micheau. On 15 July 1997, they had their first son. Maxwell Robert. On 18 October 2000, Jacob Alexander was born. Bob would love to hear from all of you...especially NAPSters and fellow 4th Company members.

Well, Ninety, that does it for this issue. Thanks to all that submitted notes. A reminder to all is that the only way this will be a good experience for me is if all of you take a minute or two to write and send pictures. Take care of yourselves and 1 look forward to hearing from you soon. Semper Fi! —Carter

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Pres: LT Richard Brophy, USN Sec'y: LT John DeVine, USN 1701 Tyler Green Drive, Smyma, GA 30080 e: john_devine@mckinsey.com No new news to share this month. As this article is printed, many of us will be "making final preps" for the trip to Annapolis for our Class ten year reunion. Even if you haven't yet planned to attend, it's never too late. Please check our Class Web site, usna91 .com, for the agenda and potential places to stay. It should be a great time!

If you're picking up this Shipmate after the reunion and you want to send in stories, updates, pictures, news, etc., please don't hesitate! For a reminder, we will accept digital pictures; however, there are some limitations on format: Color: Grayscale (black and white) if possible Resolution: 300 dpi (dots per inch). This resolution is higher than photos that are used on the Intemet (72 dpi). We are unable to use photos that are from the Intemet.

Physical size of photos: You can scan your photos at the original size (100%) to send them to us.

However, if the photo is less than 2.5 inches wide, we must have the original photo.

Format (file type): tiff or jpeg.

Just pass digital files on to me, along with the rest of your news, using the email listed above. Of course, regular mail and hard photos are great, too, Adios...see you soon! —JD

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Pres: LT Scott Hottenstein, USN Sec'y: Robert Pothier 63 Ashland St, Apt. #2, Medford, MA 02155 e: rbpothier@yahoo.com Class Web site: www.usna92.com Plenty of correspondents have written in and asked me to reveal the trae identity of Midshipman X, the malcontented moralist who miffed all of us in our last episode with his aggrandized grievances.

All I'll say is this: Midshipman X knows who he is and knows what he's done, and he promises he won't do it no mo'. For awhile, anyway, until things get dull again.

He does have a soul sister, though, and we'll call her Mrs. Midshipman B. In the name of full disclosure, here's what the Mrs. had to say about Yours Filthily. Naw, nevermind that. I'm a bigger man than that. You see, I could've printed Mrs. Midshipman B's dual emailed rant in its full ilhterate glory— ripe with enough grammatical errors to make your

second grade school marm tip back her flask of Jim Beam—but I ain't gonna do it. See, Mrs. Middy B? 1 might be a bohemian, but I'm a gentleman bohemian. I have leamed some morals, ethics or clean journalism in [my] life.

But since you're canceling your Shipmate subscription to keep my column from corrupting your children, you won't see this anyway. Ah yes, the "for the children" excuse, the last refuge of scoundrels and Democrats everywhere.

Ladies and gents, my goal for this space is amusement and information. For every completely bogus MIDN X (yep, 1 made it up out of whole cloth) and every shockingly real Mrs. Midshipman B letter I receive, I get scores of letters giving me the big Bravo Zulu. If you dudes don't dig my style, let me know if you feel like it. You don't have to shank Shipmate just because of a crass bohemian like me.

But I do give a hearty salute to those moms out there who have compensated for the loss of their youthful wonder and vigor by adopting the cause of the righteous. You know, those who throughout the millennia have selflessly kept the bohemian class in check. The Brooks Brothers-blazered pundits who bemoan "decent" American society's demise are really talking about a tempest in a teacup, for they forget that generation upon generation of middlevelt American minivan drivers have always stood a jealous guard over American decency and tastefulness. The good news is that no matter how much hip hop morality should permeate American culture, millions of matrons-in-waiting eagerly await their chance on the front line of the culture war. For the sake of the children.

Alas, to more serious matters. Lynn Doherty, esposa de Mike Doherty, writes to tell me—well speak. Ma'am: Just wanted lo let you know that Kamryn's scrapbook is complete. It is certainly going to be a treasure for both her and Deb, The photos, stories, and letters we received was overwhelming.

Thank you all. I wish we could show the outcome of all of your contributions. It really came out great. Deb and Kam are lucky to have all of you in their lives.

Sobering, brothers and sisters. Sobering.

Mister Richard Boverie '54 but a Zoomie, informed me he placed the following tidbit on USNA '54's Web site. By the by, who "coulda thunk" a bunch of old buzzards like them knew HTML? Anyway: As you may recall, there was a B-2flybyat the Super Bowl in Tampa in January, I just noticed in a Shipmate column that a Naval Academy graduate, Shawn Purvis, was at the controls of that 336,500 pound USAF stealth bomber.

Pervy, the Air Force! We won't tells none.

Here's some news from my man Ray Hufnagel: I got married last year to my long lost soul mate, Jennifer. We immediately had twins within a week of coming back from our honeymoon in Hawaii (Yellow Labs, Duke and Dixie). We of course went for one and came home with two. It was JDAWGS fault (Dearie). As for work, I am currentiy an SH60F/H RAG instructor at HS-10 in San Diego.

Other '92 guys with me are Wade Page and Rob Masson, We are all leaving the Navy or RegNAV here in the next few months. Wade is a TAR, Rob is heading to Harvard for an M.B.A, and I am leaving the Navy for plastics. In the past year, I have seen Ryan McBrayer in Hawaii, Jerry Dearie rolled through in his Australian P-3, and Brad Collins had to return to the "promise land" for a visit from Millington. I just saw Glenn Crabbe on the Miramar golf course, he isflyingHornets at the Marine RAG. If anyone ever needs a place to stay in San Diego, you got about four more months for a free room. After that, you all are still 177

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welcome at any time but the scenery will change San Diego lo LA. Plastics? How very The Graduate, Huf Much better than journalism, though, and I'll bet your labs are better in the blind than my knothead, so I'll shut it.

Mike S c h o f f m a n also gave m e a shout this month. Schoff's working for the Naval Weapons Test Squadron at Point Mugu (a place unknown to this civilian) with one Eric Peterson. Brian Dozier and N A P S L e g e n d ™ C u r t C a r r o l l r e c e n t l y mooched brews out of Schoft"'s Malibu fridge, and next spring, Schoff's headed for the Big PX. And what is it with everyone and his brother knowing Rob Masson? After like a dozen people wrote in saying " I ' v e seen R o b M a s s o n , " El Mace-o wrote me to confirm that Yes Indeedy, he is starting Harvard Business School this fall. Is Navy Hockey great or what? We've already got one HBS grad. Ritchie "Mr. Zero" Doyle, and soon we'll have another. And who can argue with talent like Vinny "Bagga Donits" Vertin, who pinged me but left me hanging—there was a V P of finance or something-or-other on his email signatare. He didn't write back after I begged him for some money. Next thing you know, w e ' l l find out Steve " G r o g " Jennings '91 is Head of Sensitivity Awareness at Wellesley College.

to spend Easier with Sandy and Jason Maddocks and Laura and Jason Waldron in Yuma, AZ. It was great to see some of the fellas and tell old stories which seem to get better every time we tell them. We were excited lo find Denise and Dave Johnson are still in San Diego and have shared dinner and some great laughs with them.

I began my new job as Ops Officer in JOHN PAUL

JoNKS (DDG-53) in May. Il has been a while since I have been to sea, so I am still shaking the rust off She is a great ship and 1 am enjoying the camaraderie of a wardroom again. Our new address is on the alumni listing, so feel from to drop us a line or just drop by.

So off 1 go. Under the Rooftops of Paris, Henry Miller and me. Hey Pepe, viva la revolucion...

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Pres: LT Matt A m y , U S N VP/Treas: LT Matt A m o l d , U S N Treas: LT Efren Mojica, U S N Sec'y: LT Jim Mills, U S N Con^. Sec'y: Capt Shogo Cottrell, U S M C 1405 SW Highland Dr., Lee's Summit, M O 64081 h: 816-246-4489; e: shipmate@usna93.com Class Web Page: www.usna93.com Back in May, I attended the Service Academy Career Conference in Washington, D . C , and ran into several Classmates! Some are out, some are getting out, some were representing various employers, and s o m e w e r e j u s t c h e c k i n g it o u t .

Everyone that I had an oppormnity to speak with is doing well and have enjoyed themselves in the several years since w e ' v e left ol Annapolis. Among those that 1 saw (in no particular order): Joe Cox, John Leskovich, Jim Roots, Karl Prigge, Kirsten K r a w c z y k , M i k e T h i e l , C u r t i s Wesley, S t e v e Doling, Derek Nisco, Dan Baulig, Tim Pione, Kurt Z a l m e n , Tim S u m m e r s , Jon J e n s e n , M i c h a e l Greene, and Bob Moskal. I ' m sure that there were more, and if I missed your name, I apologize. If you were there and I missed your name, zap m e an email and let us know what you are up to!

I've got quite a few updates in the mailbag this month. First up is from my r o o m m a t e , Kevin Hanson, who just arrived on the West Coast for his next tour. Here's what Kev's got to say; Hello to all from San Diego. Jennifer. Nathan (8 months), and I recently moved here and bought our first home. We live in a great neighborhood and I am enjoying all those little home projects, which never seem lo end.

We left Newport, RI, in January and before leaving had the opportunity to see Mark Holtzrichter and his family in Brunswick, ME. He and Shannon are back from a couple years in Spain, We caught up on old times and swapped fishing stories. On our trip across the country, we were able

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The Holzrichters and Hansons 1 also received an email and photograph from Bert Rice about a birth announcement. Here it is: Bert, Millie. Michael, and Pepper Rice announce the arrival of their baby girl, Abigail Beverly, born August 2000. Bert Rice will be joining ENTERPRISE in August 2001 as Ops/Admin. He and his family will reside in Virginia Beach, VA. This is a recent photo taken at Chick-n-Ruth's in Annapolis.

Congratulations on the new addition! Aren't three children fun? We enjoy it; not quite sure if we are ready for more, but we love them all. Next up is an update from Matt Testerman, who writes: Two events helped convince me to get off my duff and write you with some info for Shipmate.

The first was that you didn't receive any emails for the April issue. The second was when I was

seated at table number 93 at the Lone Star Saloon in Pax River with two other Classmates, It must be a sign.

My shore lour here in Annapolis has a little over six months left on it. My wife, Jenn, and my son.

Dean, and I will be rotating in the January time frame. The good word from the detailer is that there is a TAO slot on ABE LINCOLN with my name on it. We have loved almost every minute of our time back at the Academy. I just finished up the Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Conference and am busy grading papers and prepping a rigorous American Government final for the Class of 2004.

The Lone Star Saloon story occurred in the good company of Rob Atha and Mike Farren, The occasion was a lunch break from a conference discussing the Navy's premier aviation platform, the EP-3E. Rob is TAD to the states for a while. We were surprised he could pull himself away from the romantic, Tuscan beauty of Naples, Italy and the CTF-67 staff Mike didn't have to travel as far for the conference. He is still living in St, Mary's county with his wife, Jenny, and their daughter Meghan, Mike snagged orders back to Rota, Spain for a WTI slot. Other distinguished '93 EP-3E NFOs include Ken Ferguson who is finishing up his degree at NFS, He has orders as ASTRK to a boat in Norfolk, Back up here in Annapolis, I see Tanya and Mike Robles here and there, Mike is working for Seamanship and Navigation in Luce Hall, and is busy getting his mini-SWO pin to take the YP's out for a spin this summer. Mark Holzrichter is still in Brusnwick, ME, enjoying his tour with VPU, Hopefully, we'll get to see Mark, his wife. Shannon, and their daughters, Audrey and Hannah, this summer, Brian Perry is living out towards Dulles airport where he's flying for Atlantic Coast Airlines (United Express). He's in upgrade for a captain's seat on the Dornierjet, Kirsten Krawczyk is still the 27th Company officer and enjoying the view from her penthouse suite on 8-4, Via Kristin, I'm able lo run into Pat Tangney and Rick Sullivan from time to time when they make excursions this way from D,C, And, last but not least, Maria McMillen is finishing up AWS down in the Littie Creek area. Sometime in May she'll sell the boat she's living on, team up with her TBS Classmate for an Eco-Challenge 100 mile course in West Virginia, drive to Colorado and depart from there to join her husband Ray in Okinawa, In contrast, my summer plans include driving down to Pensacola to help shuffle mids through the aviation part of PROTRAMID.

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Man Testerman, LT Mall Testerman, Political Science Department, U.S. Naval Academy. 410293-6859 DSN: 281-6859. hltp://www.usna.edu/ PoliticalScience/faculty/testerman/testerman.htin Thanks for sending in your update. Matt. Best of luck in upcoming rotation. Our next contributor is t h e o n e and only H e i d i A l t h o f f ( h a l t h o f f @ mba2001.hbs.edu). She kept her update short and to the point, so I w o n ' t say any more to spoil her update.

Hello from Boston. Wanted lo say hello lo Classmates and touch base with old friends again. I'm finishing up a very enjoyable Iw o years al Harvard Business School and about lo enter tiie real w orld again. I" II be doing investment banking in New York with Merrill Lynch. I l l be there starling September. Come visit! There are lots of odier USNAgrads here and four odier "93 folks. Aaron Benway is heading down lo D.C. lo work with Trellis Network Ser\ ices. Les Pritchett will join EDS in Texas. Mike Pierce plans lo stick around the Boston area. And Brendon Dibella is finishing up his first year. .\ndy Gish is also heading up here soon lo gel his umpteenth degree at MIT. 1 would love to hear from long lost old friends (you know who you are).

Hope that you hear from Tiffany. Tiffany, if you are out there, send me an email and I'll forward it on to Linda. Our last update comes from Hidalgo I\irhan who writes: Hello "93! As much as I enjoy reading about the lives and whereabouts of my Classmates. I never thought that I was doing anything interesting enough lo tell. However, that kind of beats the purpose of having this column available for us; to help us communicate and slay in touch. Thus. I thought diat il was lime for me to slop being selfish and write about what Fve been up lo.

I left active duty in July 2000 and started working with United Technologies Otis Elevator Company as an account manager in the Miami. FL. area, it is an interesting job. but as a civilian Fve found myself w idi more time on my hands than ever before. When I first joined die fleet as repair division officer onboard E,SSEX ( L H D - 2 ) . I started to use some of my spare time lo write songs. After a couple of years I realized that my writing had produced many songs that I thought needed to be heard. So 1 recorded a CD that I hope will lead to new opportiinities in dial field. The CD is called "Amiga"' and is available online al www.naulicsound.com. There you can hear some samples and see some cheesy pictures of yours traly. Currentiy. I am in the process of putting a band together to start playing the local clubs, etc. on my spare time (for now), I've kept in touch with a couple of Classmates like Omar Jana who is recraiting officers in Puerto Rico. Larry Denton who is working for Alcatel in the Bay Area, and Jodi Triche who works for USPA&IRA in die San Diego Area. Nevertheless, I will let diem write lo Shipmate diemselves and tell dieir story! All I will say is that they seem to be doing very well. That is all for now. when something new happens I will write again. Until then.

Carpe Diem '93!

As far as the Cottrell family is concerned, I' m counting days and hoping to find a job here real soon. I've had several job offers out east, but we really would like to stay in the Kansas City area, so I'm continuing to search. Hope that this finds you well and hope to hear from some of you next month. —Shogo

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Fellow "93ers at the Harvard Business School Heidi, great to hear from you and best of luck in your new job. We next hear from Linda (Gamer) Spangler who has a tough duty assignment in WiUiamsburg, VA. I'll let her tell you about it: This is Linda (Garner) Spangler. I got married two years ago lo LT Greg Spangler who is currently the weapons officer onboard MCFAUI. (DDG-74) and the most wonderful man in the worid. I am still active duty and am geUing my M.B.A. fulllime at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg. VA. I know, what a hard lour but somebody has lo do il! My husband and I are riding our Harleys lo Key West this summer.

That should be an experience! Kristen Phelps is also getting her M.B.A. at W&M but she is doing it the hard way. paying for il herself as a civilian.

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Pres: IstLt Scott K. Horabuckle, U S M C PSC 556, Box 506, FPO AP 96386-0506 h: 011-826-11-737-0083 e: hombuckle@hotmail.com Vice Pres/Treas: Kirk Clermont 103 Juliana Place, Saint Marys, GA 31558-3624 h: 912-576-1775; e: Clermont@eagnet.com Sec'y: Chris Williams 1050 USS Georgia Avenue, Kings Bay, GA 31547 h: 912-673-2739; e: csglt@subasekb.navy.mil Corr. Sec'y: Jim Keck 1735 Felch Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207 h: 904-396-4008; e: Jkeck@usna94.com Web page: http://www.usna94.com Hello, '94! Wow...2001 has graduated. Can you believe the Class of 2005 has already taken the oath of office and are now chopping within Mother " B " squaring their corners and shouting their " G o Navy—Beat Army" mantra with each tum? You know you're getting old when the Class News column gets closer and closer to the front of Shipmate.

At least we still have a significant amount of time left before we're first in line.

Do you ever remember those rumors of a group of Midshipmen having managed to place a dixie cup on the Chapel dome steeple? Well, 1 recently had the opportunity to work closely with an Academy grad who claims to have accomplished that

supposedly mythical feat. Fact or BS? You decide.

But it got me thinking.. .do you have any old clandestine Academy stories locked away in your brain locker which are now safe to reveal? Send 'em my way. I'll be sure to change names to protect the innocent. I'll use those stories when I'm ranning diy on Class news.

Speaking of Class news, I've got some bits of info to pass on. Cinco de Mayo was the profitable day this month since two of the three messages were r e c e i v e d on this day. K e e n L i n d s e y (keon@ keonscommentary.org) was first up. He writes: Seven years is long enough to go with no news, so where have I been hiding? After finishing flight school in '96 (part of which was with the Air Force) I joined the E-6 community as an aviator in VQ-4 at Naval Air Station, Tinker (1/3 of Tinker AFB is Navy) in Oklahoma. I was a little disappointed that I didn't gel to live on the coast (one reason for joining the Navy was to live near a beach), but I got lo fly over diem frequendy When 1 left my squadron in June 2000. Nick Sherrod look my place as the "94 representative.

I started the Aeronautical Engineering Curriculum al the Naval Postgraduate School last July and will graduate in September 2002. School is school but Monterey is great! There are several others from "94 that I see regularly when I take a break from die books, Charlos Washington, my I st Company roommate. Todd Zirkle. Seiko Okano. and Scott Josslyn are in various branches of the Aero Dept widi me. Tremain Criner. Stacy Yopp. and Brian Goldschmidt are scattered around the campus, too.

Brain Rivenbark. also from Fun One. is al Fleet Numerical here in Monterey, as well. We two spent a day in San Francisco catching up with Dayton Calhoun and his w ife. Emily. The Calhouns were visiting from Mirimar.

Those who remember me will also recall diat I was interested in politics and society (don"l ask why I m studying engineering). That interest has tumed into a monthly commentary. "•Keon"s Commentary"" in fact you can check il out at WW w.KeonsCommenlary.org. While it lakes up a bit of lime, il is fun writing and hopefully, more fun reading.

Thal"s it for now. If you" re passing through Monterey, give me a call (my number is on the Class Web site) or just drop me a note anytime.

God bless, you "94!

The other news firom 5 May is a short, to the point, note from A d a m Kinnear. He is now the proud papa of Stephen Frederick Kinnear who was bom on 30 April 2001 at 1:34 p.m. Congratulations to you and your family!

Joe Buck made the final contribution to this month's column with an email received on 10 May. This is the first I've heard from him since 1997: 1 finished up my active duty as a supply officer with NMCB-133. which is homeported in Gulfport. MS. I made one deployment to Rota in 1998 and checked out in May 1999.1 went sttaighl 10 my beloved Auburn University lo work on an M.B.A. I was quite busy working and going to school, but 1 made time to do Ironman Florida in November 1999 in Panama City. FL. I graduated with my M.B.A. with a concenttation in economics in December 2000. My old roommate, Chris Claiborne, flew down from Connecticut, where he works for GE. to be there.

Since then 1 have been training and leaching statistics as a temporary employee in Auburn. 1 ran the Savannah Marathon in 3:04 back in February.

I just received word that 1 will be attending Rorida State in the fall lo work on a Ph.D. in finance.

The package they offered me was loo good to pass up. So. il looks like four more years before I'll be done with school.

As for the Dirty 30 update, we had a semi-reunion al Dave Baker's wedding in Annapolis on 21 April. Scott Bracher came up from Fallon where his squadron was training, and Todd Brown Shipmate. July-August 2001

and his wife. Cathy, came in from California, Mike Hede and his wife. Lori, also flew in from the Golden State. Adam Lyons and Alicia came down from Newport where Adam's serving as an instmctor. Dave Salmons and Kelly (Hoeft) Salmons '93 drove down from Philly where Dave's eaming a master's while working full time. Mike Garrick is stationed in Washington where he's serving as a pilot and enjoying die Pacific Northwest. He and his wife, Nadia, were also in attendance. Brad Juhl is working at the Pentagon widi all die movers and shakers, and he is still enjoying the navy life.

Melissa (Cherwin) and Chris Mondzelewski came down from Chicago for the big event. Dave was off lo Key West for squadron obligations on the day after the wedding: some honeymoon.

Good to hearfromyou Joe. Send some picmres!

I received my only snail mail in a longtimefrom Danielle (McNaughton) Sabin. On 16 December 2000, Glen Sabin '93 and Danielle were married in Savannah, GA. Members of the wedding party included Kim Cowling and Chuck Megown '93. Both are happy in the heart of CIVLANT (currently, Wisconsin). Congratulations and best wishes to you both!

Danielle McNaughton and Glen Sabin were married on 16 December 2001 in Savannah, GA As has been a recent rimal, let me finish up with a Web update: The Class site counter tells me we now have 28,304 hits. The Class list continues to grow.

We are up seven new entries this month with the current count at 736. Additions or changes to the Class list since 8 April include: Tony Acosta, Robert Moore, Keith Hartman, Frank Wittwer, Homer Denius, Johnny M e n e s e s , Ken Haxton, John Peterson, Gregory Sleppy, Chris Stone, Adam Aycock, Bo Palmer, Ben Buring, Jeff Hockett, Keon Lindsey, Bill Jones, Anthony Roach, Andrew Barry, Scott Lazenby, Greggory Gray, John Holmes, Mike Sweeney, Richard Johns, David Pereira, Smart Blair, Scott Wadle, Laura (Kratz) Mannix, Andrew Marcelis, Smart Blah, Christopher Swindull, Michael Osft-owski, Vique Caro, Sean Henderson, Ben Le, Stephen Snowdy, Greg Cohen, Matthew O'Brien, Michael Aden, Thomas Lenhardt, Edward Sirios, Matthew Wukitch, Dion Waters, Terrence "Tippy" Gordon, Jamie McGann, and Christopher Kelson.

Thanks again for the emails. Keep 'em coming.

Take care and God bless. C-ya...Jim

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Pres: John Fleet e: classpresident@1995.usna.net Sec'y: LT Don Jamiola, USN Pati-on 26 Unit 60170 FPO AE 09501-5915 DSN 314 624 2457 Class Web site: usna95.com e: djamiola@hotmail.com Well, well. Got some good letters this month, emails 1 should say. Keep the emails coming, let me worry about the max word count. Things here in Sigonella are about the same; it is finally starting to get unbearably hot. But only a couple more months here then back to Maine. It's pretty easy now to just drop an email; remember this is not just for us, the column is also looked at by family and friends to keep up with us.

The first email is from C h r i s C o r n e t t (cscomett@yahoo.com): After USNA, I went lo Supply Corps Officer School in Athens, GA (a single man's paradise!), and then on lo BOONE in Mayport. Following a short 3 1/2-year tour on BOONE, I went to RTC Great Lakes lo be the SUPPO. Few other grads stationed here as well: Tim Lanquist, Don Wilkinson '92, Brian Nowak '96, and Brian Lindoerfer. Here, I married Karen Cornett, my eight year old son's mother (yes that was Plebe Year). Had Pat "Flyman" Difilippo and Dion Cornett '88 in my wedding party and almost Jay Dispaldo. Unfortunately, Jay's wife was having his second baby at the same time. I'm also finishing up a graduate degree at Kellogg (Northweslem's graduate school) in between office hours at the base. After pulling chocks this May, I will be in New York at an investment bank for a summer internship, then I'll come back to Chicago to finish my last quarter at Kellogg, go through recruiting, and look for a permanent job.

Great Lakes and Kellogg are extremely "Navy friendly" for anyone wanting to get a top degree while on active duty, Todd Hoot '94 is the only other active duty Academy guy, but total there are 11 active duty officers attending part-time at Kellogg, Best of luck to all. Feel free to contact me for a place to stay if you plan to attend the Navy-Northweslem game in Chicago on 15 September or if you just want to chat.

Tim Ogden has some info on Navy soccer: The Navy soccer Alumni weekend brought together some old characters you probably haven't heard from in a while. Capt Jono Halverson '93 USMC organized (so lo speak) a golf event at South River on Friday. Jono was named to the Patriot League All Decade Soccer team for the 1990s. He recently completed his master's at Monterey and now works al HQMC. LT Mark "Blades" Boran '94 brought his intimidating game along with Classmates, Scott Grimes, Jeff Wagner, Jeff Urban, and Chuck Davies, The Class of was represented by Brent Boyle and myself Brent came from Salt Lake City and I brought my one-year-old son. Jack, to meet the old crew from "Shady Grove," LT Patrick Kennedy '96 was the lone member of his Class; he's at the Office of Naval Intelligence and playing for the all-Navy soccer team this June, leading the team on a trip to Egypt. We were all there to pay special tribute to Bill Dey '91. a great guy from 6th Company who looked out for Brent and me as Plebes. We will never forget him.

Jonathan Bingham is here in Pensacola, FL, with fellow Classmates Lita Longmire and Garrick Stride. We've all finished medical school and our respective internships. We now find ourselves nearly finished the Navy's flight surgeon course. We'll all be "getting winged" at the end of June and moving on to our next duty stations.

Lita will be here at NAS Pensacola with her new husband. Garrick is leaving for Kingsville, TX, to be the flight surgeon for a training squadron.

I'm headed to MCAS Cherry Point, My best news is that on 7 July I'm getting married lo Ms, Nola Fromm in San Diego, Following internship, I put some time in working as a general medical officer in the emergency department of the Balboa Naval Hospital in San Diego. Emergency medicine is my goal after I have some years of "fun" as a flight surgeon. Following internship, the Navy sent me to its military tropical medicine course in Bethesda. The four-week didactic course was followed by a twoweek field mission in the Amazonas Province of Brazil. We ran a clinic out of a riverboal while travelling up and down the Rio Negro, a tributary of the Amazon River

Thanks for the update, Jonathan, sounds like an adventure.

Christy Goode (c_goode@hotmail.com) writes from the UK: Cheerio from London! I am currently on exchange to the UK at their Naval and Joint HQ. It is a smashing tour of duty. If any of you ever have the opportunity to do an exchange lour (or lo be assigned to London for that matter), jump at il!

After Iwo years on HAYLER (DD-997), 1 went lo the METOC center in Rota, Spain for two years with Karen (Flaherty) Corey, Tina (Mock) Liano Nunez, Susan Feher Wood '99, Sean Parker '93, Becky Zuwallack '97, Andrew Chacko '93, Jon Vorrath '96, and Chris Linder '94; ring knockers tend to flood the METOC community), A good portion of my time was spent TAD to HQ US EUCOM in Stuttgart, Germany doing strike planning for the Balkans, The only Classmate there was Helen Dudley, Obviously, there are none here at CINCFLEET/PJHQ, but I see academy folks all the time, CINCUSNAVEUR is just a tube ride away and people come through London all the time'. My roommates, Lynne Corso (currently at ONI but leaving us this summer) and Cath Cunningham (an associate with McKinsey) visited over. The Army-Navy party revealed many, many expat grads working in the UK in all sorts of fields from medical research to investment banking; encouraging, eh? I visited the states in November and saw Becky (Allen) Livingston (who just added a precious little girl, Ledare, to her family in January), Carla Jones (currently at FNMOC in Monterey), and Alethea Bryan, for whose December wedding I will be returning (she's currentiy at ONI as well), I'm here 'til next summer and will then likely return to Atlanta for graduate school. I'd love to hear from those of you with whom I've fallen out of touch. Best of luck as we begin year seven.

One from Jon Anderson: We just got Shipmate, and it looks like we are hurtin' for material. We got married on 25 November 2000 (Jon and Heidi Anderson) in Annapolis. Jay Astle was our best man, and Chris Smith was one of our groomsmen. Chris was also a swordbearer along with Quinn Fionda, Dan Holman, Ben Domoto '97, Scott McKee '02, and others. We are at Mayport right now, but moving this month to San Diego, where Jon will be a RAG instmctor at HSL-41.

What we know about others: Kate and Quinn Fionda are moving to New Hampshire where Quinn will be attending Dartmouth for an M.B.A. The Navy lost a good leader in Quinn! Lamar Douberly and his wife, Kristina, just had a baby boy, Joshua; Wade Harris and his wife, Heather, are in the long process of test pilot school via Texas, California and then Pax River; Mike Yesunas and his wife, Sue, are still in the San Diego area, where Mike is a RAG instructor in HC-3; Stacy and Chris Smith are still in Oklahoma, where Chris is flying E-6s; Jay Astle bought a townhouse in Greenbelt. MD, and is in the process of eaming an M.B.A, at Maryland; and Vicci and Dan Holman are on their way to Harvard, Dan

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is joining Zach Gillen and his wife, Tina, getting hisM,B.A. atHBS. Don. A thousand times I have wanted to write and pass news on; now that I'm CIVLANT I have time. Hope all is well widi you et al. Wyat Evan Tharrington '22 born in March lo Wade Tharrington (36lh Company) and C a r l a (Sopper) Tharrington '97 (27lh Company) delivered by Dr. Kedric Webster (17th Company) at Portsmouth Naval Hospital.

Keep in touch! Wade A note from Chris MacMillan: Hello from TRUMAN. We are currently on our transit home after just completing our six months on TRUMAN'S maiden voyage. We have been to many fun and exciting places like the Persian for over four mondis. Well I am currently in VRC40. that is die C-2 squadron out of Norfolk. During my time on cmise 1 ran into several 95ers in our different logistics sites. In December my Del was in Sigonella and I ran into Bob Dinunzio. he is flying P-3's out of Jax and was just finishing up his six mondis in Sicily. Once we got lo Bahrain I ran into Keith Moran who was on a minesweeper and is now an instructor in Newport. Wes Cooper is flying H-53s with HM-I4 out in the desert. I also ran into Jeff Gottlieb who is flying in Sigonella doing diat crazy P-3 thing y'all do.

Back on board TRUMAN, the Class of '95 is well represented. Just starting with 26th Company we have Megan Humbert whom just left for Washington. D.C. to do that Intel stuff. Krik Scbneringer is still flying S-3s and is just about to transfer out lo San Diego in June. Some other Classmates include Spike Long also in VS-22 flying S-3s. Nick Mungas in VFA-105 flying F/AI8's, Trevor Estes in VAQ-130 flying Prowlers, Chris Hayle in VAW-126 flying E-2s. and Kerry Stercula was our tmsty EOD Del OIC. Everyone seems lo be doing well and most are just about lo roll to our good deal 30-month shore tours. Il is hard lo believe that we are the more senior people in our squadrons.

Some news about die 26th Company crew that I got from Kirk is diat John Skarin has taken the bail and is on his way lo PGS in June (that means three more years of commitment), what was he thinking? Rich Lawson is about to be married in Califomia and he is flying Cobras out of Camp Pendellon. Mike Masica is finishing up his time in Japan on KJTTY HAWK; Erin Sullivan is now a free civiUan but is still working with Marines in Norfolk (once a Marine...) and his lovely wife, Robin, is still putting up with him. Rob Monahan is currently in Law School at BU lo become a JAG, and Courtney Kinnan is still wild and free as an F-14 jet jock. Butch Klemeyer is somewhere in Florida, last I heard he was on his way of breaking out of die Navy as well. Bill Regan is currently on deployment flying H-60s off of a small boy Mike Hritz is in Jax flying S-3s but I haven't heard much else from die fellas down there. Drew Carlson was on an Aegis cmiser doing his dept head lour with the GW battle group, another one who is in il for the long haul. 1 believe dial Harold Blackmon is instracting al the Academy and the Mark Kim is still out and about in San Diego. As for me. my wife. Julie, and I have found Norfolk a nice place lo live and are having a blast in VRC-40.

Well that's about all for now. It's about time lo eat dinner and take my third nap of the day. Oh transits are so relaxing.

Hey everybody. Wanted to bring a couple hot issues to your attention: 1) Have yet lo receive any input on interest in a Class dinner (in addition lo tailgaters al home games this fall) lo occur over Homecoming. Fire away with any perspective. 2) We need your suggestions on a class gift to support the current endowment campaign.

Please send your remarks to usnaxcv@ hotmail.com. FYIâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Class Web site upgrade remains in progress. Semper Fi. John So that's it for now, spread the email address to all. Take care, D o n

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Pres: LT Bart Phillips, U S N 7980 Sevan Court, Unit D, San Diego, C A 92123 h: 858-278-2739; e: bartphillips@ibm.net Sec'y: Capt Tonya R. Barz, U S M C 6416 Sugar Maple Court, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 h: 540-548-3344; e: barzti"@tecom.usmc.mil Greetings, ' 9 6 ! H o w goes the battle? A n n a Maria Saenz writes with some news; some recent, some a bit delayed. She was just recenUy in Hong Kong (Ship Support Office Fenwick Pier). Anna relays the latest news indicating that Aaron Austin is in J a c k s o n v i f l e to train for N F O on P 3 ' s , Anthony O'Daniel is kicking back in his last days until Medical school in Kenmcky, Matt Tarabour is on his way to Florida for dive school, and Eriina (Awa) and Eric Haun are living it up in San Diego with their cuddly and sea-sick dog, Abby (a motley mix of Chihuahua and hamster). He just completed his C E C t r a i n i n g in Port H u a n e m e . P a u l i n e Pimentel is well on her way to becoming a culinary magazine writer in her next life from all the "fab" food reviews she sends of L i v o m o , Italy, where she and Julie Nichols have gotten to hang out for the last month or so. Pauline is currently Uaison to the Italian Naval Academy, which just recently opened up to women. Ben Bryant just visited Honkers in April, and they had a blast seeing the sights in town. Gregg Goyette is designing a newer, faster, better boat back at USNA where he teaches. As for Anna, she spent a week climbing the pyramids of the Yucatan prior to reporting to Hong Kong. She highly recommends sneaking in before sunrise for a view of Chichen Itza that you'll never forget! She was off to visit Hawaii on 18-24 May for the "Pearl Harbor" Disney film preview, as her grandpa is a Pearl Harbor survivor. They had a number of festivities set for the days just before the preview and then a recognition ceremony on the 21 St. Anna is also taking a class on how to teach English to adults and is contemplating becoming a teacher after all. She adds, ""Who knows how long I can wait for a Lonely Planet offer?"

Dating back to Anna's first tour, she was formnate enough to be in Sasebo, Japan widi several of our Classmates. Matt Tarabour, Leslie Schreiner, A n t h o n y O ' D a n i e l , Aaron Austin, and D i a n e Quattrone. Dan H o m e r , Andre Rowe '97, Jason Schwartzkopf '97, Genie Garcia, and Pete Jensen '95 joined them. Matt nansitioned to DEWERT and has tons of stories from the navy-sponsored luxury South American tour he completed. For those with Anna on GERMANTOWN, they paid their dues and all got the follow on tours we wanted. Leslie moved on to a carrier (Detailer secretary: "you say you want a carrier on the west coastâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;don't bother sending a pref card, dear. We'll take care of you.") Pete Jensen went to Camp Pendleton to be N O L O for 1 st MAR DFV. Genie followed on to Yokosuka when Anna came home to San Diego. Dan had a challenging 1 st tour to say the absolute least, finished up in (tax-free-love) Saudi with JRAC, and then moved back to the real world in March. Andre and Jason are both in San Diego on CONSTELLATION and HEWITT, respectively.

9 September 2000, Anna joined Julie (Nichols) Kubal in her most stylish (didn't expect anything less!) wedding just outside New York City. She and her husband, Ed, met the summer after commissioning (Anna played cupid). The two managed to keep in touch through her flight training and tour in Spain. He will be graduating from NYC law soon.

Jeff Bessler and Jamie Achee are in Monterey Jeff will go on to Germany after he can sprechen some Deutsche, and Jamie is smdying for an hiternational degree (of some sort of use to the Navy).

Becky (Stein) Norton is in Florida with her man, Mike, and looking at her options for the near future.

Tracy (Hoyte) Davis jots us some news. Last August, she left for deployment with VS-35 aboard ABE LINCOLN. She lived in a six-man stateroom with Laura (McClelland) Dabney, Jenn (Campbell) Stillings, Michelle Baumbich, Liz Meydenbauer (Mike Meydenbauer's wife), and a S W O from Princeton. They had no port calls on our way to the Gulf (all canceled for one reason or another) and got there in September. They were able to check out Dubai only once (in October) and had Sandbox Hberty in Jebel Ali over Christmas. They managed to hit Perth and Hobart, Austtalia in January and were back in San Diego in Febraary. Although they did not get many port calls, the time went by pretty quickly. They even had a beer day for the 77 days or so underway between Dubai in October and Christmas. Oh, die excitement! On 1 May, Tracy exercised her option to get out of the Navy, and so now she is now following Paul Davis '94 around for a change.

They are living in Groton, CT, until August while he attends S O A C ( D e p a r t m e n t H e a d School for bubbleheads). In August, they are off to Hawaii where he' will be the engineer on OLYMPLA. They plan on starting a family really soon, she relays.

Cliff Rauschenberg departed on ENTERPRISE for his first six-month deployment. He is a pilot with VFA-15 Valions. Also on board (pilot-wise) are Colin Day (VF-41 Black Aces) and Sam Messer (one of die VS squadrons). They are heading for die Med for two months. After that, they will find dieir way to the Persian Gulf for a six-week visit. A dianks to Cliff's wife, Joanne Rauschenberg, for sharing the news.

Randy Walsh is currently in Phoenix, his hometown. H e is working as the OpsO for die Marine Recraiting Station. Randy claims it is great to be home and the j o b is certainly challenging, but he sure misses the field. In his spare time, he dedicates time to a wrestiing club for high school kids and younger that he started with my former high s c h o o l t e a m m a t e s . R a n d y i n c l u d e s that Pat McBride (stationed at M C R D PI) won his first cage fight (a.k.a. No Holds Barred Fighting Competition) and plans on continuing his winning stteakin coming months. (Go, Pat!). Gerry Finnegan is flying his littie Cobra helicopter in die Med. Appreciate the info. Randy.

Have a wonderful summer, ' 9 6 , and get psyched for the five-year reunion this fall! Until next month... Tony a

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Pres: David Forman h: 843-763-6458; e: DSForman@aol.com Vice Pres: John Chau Treas: Daniel J . Martin Sec'y: Shawn C . G e e Corr. Sec'y: C a r r i e H o w e 44237 Webster. Canton, M I 48187 e: Ljohowe@aol.com Hello Great ' 9 8 . David is out to sea and Shawn Gee will be writing the next few articles while David is away. Unfortunately, Shawn also had to leave on last minute notice and was unable to complete diis month's article. I (David's wife) will try to put something together for you and hopefully by next time Shawn will be able to take over, so bare with me on this one. The decommissioning of L. MENDEL RJVERS (SSN-686) is now complete and ev-

eryone has gone on to their next assignment. J a m e s J o n e s packed up the U-Haul and headed back to Norfolk. Justin Anderson also made the cross country trip to Connecticut to meet his boat. David and I headed to the 0-opical paradise of Hawaii, and are now living off of Aloha furniture. Our household goods are due any day. For those of you who are or have had a tour in Hawaii, you can appreciate our simation. The down side to all this is that David had to go to sea and I am left behind to hold down the fort. For all the wives reading, I know you understand and have or will go through this at some point. Hang in there, it is not that bad! Emails have been few and far between for this months article, only one, and here it is: Barb Chapman who married Matthew Chapman wrote to let you know that Pete Andrews is marrying Dorrie Rumenick on 8 September They were innoduced by Barb, who was a school teacher with Dorrie at the time. Pete is now stationed in Kings Bay and the wedding will be in Charleston, SC, where they met. Congratulations and good luck to both of them! We hope to see some pictures after the wedding! Everyone seems to be tying the knot these days...Well, that is all for now. It is fun to find out what is going on, so keep sending those emails and 1 will forward them to Shawn Gee for the next couple of articles.

Until then, take care...April Forman

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Pres: Buster O'Brien e: obriencj@29palms.usmc.mil Vice Pres: Ben Adeyemi e: nigeriansteele@hotmail.com Treas: Jason Mendenhall Sec'y: Minh-tu Nguyen 6716 Stonecutter Drive, Burke, VA 22015 h: 703-644-7924; e: minhtu99@yahoo.com Happy summer, ' 9 9 ! Congramlations to everyone on making 0 - 2 ; it's incredible to believe that two years could have gone by so quickly. I have a couple of letters and updates for you this month so I'll start with the first one from Dan Beck who sent me this update at die end of May. He is curtentiy the Comms Officer aboard HIGGINS out in San Diego: I got back from deployment on 25 April, and I am very happy to be back in San Diego. Currently I'm underway en route to the Portland Rose Festival so that should be fun. but the seas right now are not. Thanks on the congratulations on making LTJG. It is hard to believe it's been two years. I met two academy Mids at the local NFCU the other day. Class of '03, and as always I thought how such a short time ago I was in their shoes.

I talked to Tom Messina on the phone the other night and he got winged just last week and will be flying CH-46s. I also ran into Jose Pehovaz out here, he's flying helos at NAS North Island. I run into Andy Fortmann (PELELIU) a lot as his ship and mine were on the same pier. Derek Cedars just left HiGGtNS for nuke school, and Sofi (Garcia) Mackie and myself have hung out. She's now strike officer on MOBILE BAY. Other grads that have checked in to HIGGINS are our suppo Chuck Dwy '96 and the new ASWO Brett English '00. I am going to try to have a party when we get back at the condo I bought (Yes. I'm actually a homeowner) widi all the grads I know in town and get some good Shipmate picmres for you.

Thanks for the update, Dan. Our next letter comes from Susan (Feher) Wood who is still over in Spain: I'm not doing too much. I love it here. It's starting to get a little hot. if it gets much wanner I think I'll melt. I'm already starting to work on my next set of orders, hopefully to Jacksonville.

I'm going to spend most of my free time coaching a little kids swim team on base. It has some nice Uravel perks around Europe. I haven't seen too many '99ers. Ed Ward from 18th Company is here as an EP-3 NFO at VQ-2. That the same squadron where Jason Wood '96 is a pilot so I see him at a lot of their command functions.

Sonja's on TARAWA in San Diego and Stephanie Hartin is almost to her P-3 squadron in Whidbey Island. Adrienne Paradeise got married over Mother's Day weekend in Minnesota to Ned Mason. Chrissy Gussen is next, sometime in September I think. Stacie Gibson is on the DULUTH in San Diego and runs a lot of marathons. Jody IMcGovney rejoined the "real Navy" and is as SWOS after finishing up her grad school at UC Berkley. That's all the news from all the people I still talk to.

From Mark Strom: Life is nice out in Hawaii. So far I have run into Todd Sanders. Drew Ball, Matt Williams.

Armando Aviles. Aaron Tver, and Andy Peng. I ran by one of the George sisters the other day and Scotty Morrill will be out here in a couple of months. I was in San Diego a couple of weeks ago and hung out in Pacific Beach. That place has more mids than Annapolis. It would probably be easier to name who wasn't there than who was there. Well take care and stay in touch.

From Matt Markham: Hey, Minh-m. Sounds like you've been busy Did you take die LSAT at USNA or just recently? How was it? Did you have to study for it? To answer some of your questions. I' 11 be in Corpus probably until September. I wasn't able to make it to Lane's wedding because I got sent down here. Olli selected E-2/C-2 so he has to land on a carrier before he gets winged. That's "going to the boat." He should be at the rag in Norfolk sometime around 9 June, wearing his wings of course. Paul hasn't been assigned a plane yet, but he's in die jet pipeline. Right now he's flying T-45s in Meridian. His options are F- I4s, F-18s, EA-6Bs, or S-3s. Hopefully diat clears up everything. In other news. I ran into Lawrence Nance down here. He's also in the E-2/C-2 pipeline so he's flying T-44s right now. As for me. I'm still doing okay. My folks came down to see me this weekend, which was awesome. I got to strap my pops into a T-34C and we went to San Antonio.

1 don't have any idea what I'll be flying yet. For now it's the T-34. You start making pipeline selections at the end of Primary, which for me is around September Well my roommate is bugging me so I'd better run. Take care and best of luck to you at Catholic.

(First one from him): Hey, Minhtu. What's going on? Where are you right now? I'm down here in Corpus Chrisd. Just thought I'd pass along some info. Paul Tully came down here on his cross-country from Meridian, MSi three weeks ago. His insmictor pilot is JefT Hughes '98. He's doing well. OUi Stormer should be going to the boat in a month or so. After that he gets winged and then it's on to an E-2/C-2 squadron. Mike Lisa selected jets and should be in Meridian now. Mike Edwards is still plugging along in his rag squadron for E-2s. Lane Askew got married in January. He's winged, but I heard that he was gonna switch from P-3s to E-6s. Well, that's all the news from down here.

From John Beattie: Hey. what's up? I just got the latest Shipmate and it's inspired me to let you know what's been going on in soudi Texas. I'll start off widi all die '99ers who went to Monterey for postgrad school.

Des Bowens is flying T-45s in Kingsville. Mike Lisa and Nick Osburn got jets as well and are now in Meridian. Joe O'Brien also got jets but I'm not sure where he is headed. Myself and Lawrence Nance got E2/C2s and are presendy going through multi-engine training in Corpus.

Later this summer we'll be heading up to Meridian to train in the T-2 and get carrier quald. The P-3 contingency includes Gabe Lowe and my roommate Benji Stinespring. Keith Kulow and Mike Cook are in P-coIa for helos, Shane Kenney. who got married right after graduating NPS. decided the Supply Corp was a better fit for him. Chris Servello. who also got married after NPS. was NPQ"d from flying, and die last I heard he was trying to gel into Intel but may have to do a year of general aviation before he can lateral transfer. Joy (Zelinski) Ticker was NPQ'd during API and is now an intel officer. I don't know where Jeff McNichoIs is. but I do know he's not flying anymore. And finally. Tim Williams kicked the crap out of Nuclear Power School (see June Shipmate for more info).

In the nine months Fve been in Corpus, I've seen a lot of our Classmates get their wings as P-3 pilots. Scott Morrill and Martin Ortiz are headed to Hawaii. Josh Grouse. James "Kimo" Silcox. and Brett Staples are headed for JAX. Betii Regoli.

Mike Albus. and Kim Dacosta are in Whidbey Island. Other winged P-3 '99ers include Chris Brianas. Christian Eggers. and Dan Speer. Will Lutat will be getting winged in June, and Bard Hubbard should get his wings in September.

Other Classmates in flight training include Paul TliUy. who should be finishing T-45s in Meridian in September. Jeremy Whitcomb is in Kingsville, and 1 heard reports that Steve " E Z " Dean left

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K-ville for the Superhornet FRS in Lemoore. CA. Matt Markham is slowly making his way through primary. Melissa Hilerand and Dan Prendergast are in P-cola for helos. Sean Curtin is Oying E-6s.

A couple of "98ers are here. too. Ryan McCriUis "98 and Dave Sagunsky '98 are both in the E2/C2 pipeline. Chad Schumacher '98 finished in Kingsville in February and was headed for Oceana and the F-18 FRS. One last thing before I go...Congrats '99, we are now 0-2s and have legitimate authority to train '00 again!

From Johnnie B l e i d o m back in March: Hey Minh-tu. got some news from Mayport for ya. I'm the ASWO on O'BANNON (DD-987) in the middle of a SouthCom deployment headed to Columbia to start UNITAS. Qualified surface warfare this past February along with our strike officer, Nicole Whitmers. Not a lot more to tell. "The road to success isn't always a road. Go Navy.'

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Pres: J.V. "Murph" McCarthy Vice Pres: Art Terry Treas: Nick Lalota Sec'y: Tim O'Connor 317 N. Pleasant Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450 e: Shipmate00@yahoo.com Shippies, I correspond at time of deadline from Sydney, Australia. The USNA rugby team is touring down under this summer and I selflessly volunteered my services as an auxiliary O-rep. I thought our Class needed representation and took action.

We have updates from around the country this month. First, info from Florida. The triathlon circuit has been a reunion venue as of late. See pictures of the annual Mullet Man Triathlon (more

to follow on this Mullet stuff) and Gulf Coast HalfIronman. The overall winner at the Half-lronman in the USNA category was John Galdieri '96, he smoked the 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, and 13.1 mile run in just under five hours.

The 2001 Military Rugby Championships in Columbus, GA, saw a lot of familiar faces. The Pensacola Club (basically the Academy's team from last year) took second in the nation thanks to some poor officiating. Also on hand that weekend: Gelani Hale, who was in town jumping out of airplanes with Josh Wynn, Marc O'Connel, and Andrew Ceniseroz. Adrien Thom was also on hand and is now in Japan. Notable sighting: Josh Baker '99, he is in fact alive and was with Jess Schiavone and rumor is that they will be together for a while (they were recently engaged).

If you find yourself on the road and notice Rob Dyer traveling in or near your direction, pull over and count to 2000 or stop and have some lunch. I can't say a bad thing about Rob's driving abilities.

I can however tell you that if he is nearby your chances of being in an accident go up tenfold. Since Dyer arrived in P-cola in February, he has witnessed first hand about an accident a month and even been the first on the scene to two of them. In one incident, he was driving by a gas station and noticed a truck on fire with a man just sitting in it. He quickly pulled into the gas station and began yelling at the guy to get out of the vehicle because it was on fire.

The man responded with no movement and a blank stare. Rob and another bystander (who happened to be an enlisted Marine) noticed the hairs on the back of the man's neck where beginning to cook.

They quickly pulled the man out of the car safely away from the burning vehicle. Within seconds the cab of the truck was engulfed in flames. Rob and the other Marine saved the man's life. The man was having a seizure when his truck hit the gas pump and caught fire, he couldn't move a muscle when Dyer found him. Well done, Rob. Congratulations, Dyer is now engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Kelly (whom he met at 7 twenty Mid, Fells Point).

Last issue Shane Groover was noted in this column for his achievement as All Decade Patriot League. Not to beat a dead horse on the golden arm of this fireballer from Texas, I shall instead beat a dead fish, a mullet, in fact. Shane has outdone himself. Shane recently won the 2001 Mullet Toss held at the Florabama Lounge, Package, and Oyster Bar on Perdido Key in Pensacola. The annual event,

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'00- Front row Josh W\ nn. Bryan Davis. Dave Whitmer. and Eli Burieson; back row: Pat Marvil. Mike Slatt, Andrew Ceniseroz. Bnan Croleau "99. Mark OConnell. Roy Nicka. Brett McDaniel, Kyle Shoop, Murph McCarthy, Lee Brewster "95. Rob Dyer. Joe Cuba "99. and Greg Barbiaux USCGA "98

which brings tens of thousands of competitors, beach-goers, and party animals alike, is held over a three-day period every spring. The competition consists of throwing a mullet (a very prominent baiffish, not the popular southeastem haircut) and the results are charted much like a javelin competition. Squid (Tony Moore) was on hand for moral support and the rumors about Squid and a girlfriend dial works at Winn Dixie are tine. Congramlations to Shane and Squid.

Jen Harris, Gen Jones, and Grace Kelly Recently, there was a naval aviation symposium held at Naval Air Station Pensacola in the museum.

The rules as per enthusiasm and attendance are right up there with those of a Forrestal lecture back in the day. However, A D M Snuffy Smith '62, put on quite a show and a cameo appearance was made by

CAPT Bogle, the Dant. W.T.R. Bogle ' 6 8 works for an aviation contractor out in Califomia and is doing great. The second day of the symposium was attended by none other than Gen Jones, the commandant of the Marine Corps. Grace Kelly and Jen Harris cornered him and made hostile demands regarding their fumres.

From Fort Sill, OK, Matt Neely writes: I thought I would drop you a note to let you know of all the outlandish foolish things going on in the worid of field artillery. Mainly to let you know that Jeff Banazs and Waylon White did some of the most horrible things imaginable in the Bahamas over the Memorial Day holiday.

Everybody out here is about to graduate in less than two weeks. The state of North Carolina has no idea of the crew it is about to receive. Banasz.

Waylon White. Matt Eichnian. myself and Alan Wood are all about to arrive at the tenth Marine regiment to do destructive things to the North Carolina countfyside and wonderful things to the beautiful land of Emerald Isle. Frankie G. and FM "Fleet Manual" Fettig are on their way to Camp Pendleton. Whereas LTs Laxton. Kanatis. and McDonel are on there way to the beautiful countryside of 29 Palms. In all seriousness however, most of us artillery officers will be spending our whole lives in the desert. I know that I'm going to bean FO for Alpha battery 1/10. Waylon is in the UDP battalion for 10th Marines. Grecco and Fettig are both in the UDP battalion for llth Marines.

Well, just a little wazzup from the land of "First round fire for effect." Take it easy.

I figured it was about time to give the obligatory update from all of us medical students at USUHS (dial's die great Uniformed Services University of die HealUi Sciences) in good ol' Maryland. This state isn't half-bad when you live somewhere other than Bancroft Hall. Anyway, Tom Landers. Steve Banks, Jeremiah Burnett, J a m e s D e m i t r a c k , J a s o n Voder. Kate McMahon. and myself are all having a blast in medical school. Well at least Kate is. she quit school in January and will be joining die NFO ranks in Pensacola on 4 June. Jeremiah got married shortly after graduation and is no longer seen in aftemoon Classes. Jason is engaged to be married to his girl this summer and is actively house hunting right now. Steve and Tom are still living together, while James is livin' it up with the nonroommate way of life in downtown Bethesda. I just moved into a towtdiouse with a 2000 West Point grad last week after spending the past year by myself in a one-bedroom place. A bunch of us went to 2001's graduation to see friends toss dieir hats. The Blue Angels couldn't do a flyover because of a low ceiling. Imagine that, a Class other than ours having bad weather on an important day.

Just so no one worries, many of us are sull keeping up our inebriated Academy ways, as Steve showed on Saint Patrick's day by dislocating his diumb on some stairs at a bar in Bethesda. He gave us all a chance to flex our medical-knowledge muscles...by driving him to the ER. We've all leamed the previously foreign, and now painful, experience of studying on weekends, and the terrific feeling of skipping classes and waking up at noon on a school day. Or better yet, skipping entire days of school and mming a two-day weekend into a four-day weekend. Making new friends has been an advenmre we've all enjoyed, and it was initially strange spending time with USMA and USAFA grads until we were assured diat diey shared the same contempt for their Academy dial we did for ours. We hope all is well widi everyone else and if any of you feel die urge to have a drink (or several) in DTA let us know; we're only 45 minutes away.

Matt Wilkening writes (I will leave it in his words): Hola from the insertion point for the enema of the United States; Kingsville, TX. A good crop of 2000 grads has invaded die two jet squadrons down here to include Tim Heisey. Tre Costello, Tom Hoyt, M a r k H e r m a n s o n , Jeremy Shamblee, Luke Babbit, Ken "Crash" Hockycko, Kevin Chlan. and finally myself So far the only one of us to make a name for himself has been Ken (known on base only as "crash").

Crash managed to eam his call sign on his first day on base; while watching a T-45 he drove off the road at a breakneck 30 mph and managed to add a rather large telephone pole shaped hood ornament to his year old Mitsubishi Eclipse. As luck would have it. Crash managed to take out not only a telephone pole but also electrical power to die entire base for approximately 15 minutes. As 0-4s and 0-5s were losing pages of unsaved computer material. Crash climbed out from behind his airbag to find the finest EMTs available diis side of the Rio Grande (two fire trucks, an ambulance, and a score of police SUV's) at his rescue. Luckily nothing was hurt except his pride and his car.

Tlie rest of us have managed to stay out of trouble (except for occasionally getting kicked out of local drinking establishments) and look forward to hearing from the rest of the Class.

On the subject of jets and Kingsville, TX, let the record reflect that close contender for the anchorman award Justin Allen who can be reached on his C.B. by the call sign "Humbolt" after the sprawling mett-opolis in Tennessee that he hails from, recentiy got jets.

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Sanders. She married Todd "The Baud" Sanders '99 this past summer in Waco. This was a surprise to many, including her parents, her wedding wasn't supposed to be until next September and in Detroit.

She has assured me there are no little ones on the way and there were no shotguns at the wedding ceremony in paradise. She ended up getting out of the Marine Corps this past year on account of her continuing back problems. Matt Hassle is working on submarine (688) in Newport News and loves it.

Check out our Webster! It rocks. Huge thanks to September Wilkerson and Chris Purcell for their contributions in time and effort in making it the high speed low drag site that it is. The address is http:// www.usna.coni/Classes/2000/. You can update your personal info, get Class info and announcements, check out the Class calendar, see pics, etc, etc. Click on us today!

Keep the info coming. You could be in an internationally syndicated column, send your entry to Shipmate@yahoo.com. Semper Storyteller, Murph

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ALABAMA Birmingham Chapter Dr. Roy A. Smith U l '73 530 Bayhill Ridge Circle Hoover, AL 35244-3338 h: 205-979-8070; e: RoyS5564@aoll

Huntsville Chapter LCDR Frederick N. Steiner '57, USN (Ret.) 1059 Teenajo Drive SE Huntsville, AL 35803-3907 h: 256-650-5423; e: navy57@aol.com The May Huntsville Chapter meeting was held on 10 May 2001 at die Fogcutter restaurant.

Attendees were Bob Brown '49, Bob Sampson '56, John Harvilla '54, Tom Colman '56, Glenn Morris '80, Hector Negroni USAFA ' 6 1 , Tom Cogdill '60, Tony Toruella '51, Bill Watts '38, George Kobler '86, Mike Stroop '52, Herb Woods '56, and Fritz Steiner '57.

We were delighted to have Bob Greenman '63 join our group.

Informal discussions included more on the EP-3 incident. Consensus was that LT Scott Osbom and his crew performed a magnificent feat of airmanship to save his barely airworthy P-3 and its crew.

Bob Brown passed a map (no, not a chart, a map) around showing the geographic location of Ling Shui, Hainan where the plane landed.

By the next time we appear in this space, we'll have elected a new set of Chapter officers.

We meet on the second Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. at the Fogcutter. Itinerant shipmates who happen to be in the Huntsville area are always welcome!

Beat Army] (Frequently... and like a red-headed step-child on a rented mule!)

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certified candidate widi a needy client and to help them to accept each other. His primary focus is the commercial building industry. Scott reiterated that die leadership and organizational skills diat he developed in the military are still sought by civilian businesses. Older people with needed skills are still viable in the job market.

In attendance were Bud Newhall '40 and his wife; Art Kinneberg '46; John McKinney '46; Chuck Horowitz '54; Jun Rothrock '55; WaUy Bigler '56; Bill Morrison '57; Don Jones '58 and wife, Jody; Gus Littlefield '59; Ed Howard '63; Jack Cremin '64; Pete Lumianski '65; Pete Remiger '65; Larry Van Loan '74; Skip Lind '75 and his modier; Tom Short '91; and Ed Brzezinski '95.

The next luncheon is 13 June followed by a summer break until 12 September It is customary here in die desert to use the months of July and August for a cooling off get-away to die mountains or die ocean. It is the smart thing to do!

Bill Morrison '57

C A L I F O R N I A Los Angeles Chapter CDR Alan B. Lerchbacker 131 E. Holly Street #213 Pasadena, CA 91103-3936 e: alerchbacker@taylor-dunn.com Corr. Sec'y: Dick Glasow '67 e; dickglasow@hotmail.com Monterey B a y Chapter CDR John J. Branson Jr. '50, USN (Ret.) 1281 Sylvan Road Monterey, CA 93940-4942 h: 831-375-8603; e: JJBransnjr@aol.com

Sacramento Chapter ARIZONA Arizona Chapter WiUiam D. Morrison '57 11801 E. Juan Tabo Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255-5907 h: 480-585-1867; f: 480-473e: billmort@qwest.net Web site: http://www.usna.com/Chapter/us/arizona The Arizona Chapter held its monthly meeting at Aunt Chilada's on 11 April with 20 members and guests present. Bill Morrison '57, Chapter president announced he would be attending the Annual Presidents and Trustees Meetings at Annapolis on 3-4 May. A discussion was held related to the P-3 incident and that three of the principals were Academy Alumni—Bob Prueher '64, Ambassador to China; Dick Armitage '67, Deputy Secretary of State; and Dennis Blair '68, CinCPac. The speaker was one of our own, Scott Love '89.

Scott's tour after graduation was aboard minesweepers. Upon completing his tour he decided to join civilian life. Scott smick out on his own and after a couple venmres failed to work out, he found his niche as a "headhunter" also better known as an "executive search director" His goal is to mold a

CW4 George R. Simmons '61, AUS (Ret.) 10785 Penstock Trail Auburn, CA 95603-9556 h: 530-888-0860; e: gsim@aub.com Our Chapter held its mondily meeting on Thursday, 5 April 2001 at the Hof Brau Restaurant, corner of Watt and El Camino, at 11:30 a.m. Once again, Larry Pierce '38 was SOPA, and he was joined by Cay and Joe Drachnik '43, Bill Goode '43, Tom Hartigan '47, Bill Doddy '48, Barry Whittlesey '49, John Green '51, Joyce and John Haynes '55, Ron Beagle '56, George Simmons '61, Steve Berg '66, Terry Brown '67, and guests Richard Towle and Vern Pope.

Jim D'Orso '51 headed the nominating committee, which offered a slate containing the same officers whose terms are expiring: George Simmons—president, Terry Brown—vice president, Steve Berg—secretary, plus Roy Ostrander '57—treasurer. The slate was elected with no dissenting votes.

President George announced that he and John Haynes would be attending the board meeting at the home office on 3 May. This will be John's final meeting as mistee for the Chapter-at-Large; he has been involved in budget and fiscal matters and

pointed out that the coming year's budget is down about $850,000 from last year's $6 million.

Our speaker, Dick Towle, was inO-oduced and entertained us with 40 minutes of very interesting information about his career, which began with the V5 Program in 1944. Early on, circumstances permitted his flying aboard a B36, the aircraft he had most admired for some years before non-stop from the East Coast to Hawaii and back. Not long diereafter, he lost his hearing for six hours when he fell asleep in a C47. He had been a ham radio operator in high school and had found electronics to be easy for him, so electronics school in Great Lakes was a natural selection. His roommate there was a Marine survivor of the Bataan Death March, so he heard firsthand about the hardships encountered there. Dick built a television set and everyone watched the very limited fare that was offered at that time. While at die naval gun school in October 1947, he was called by his detailer and offered a secret assignment, "We can't tell you at diis point what it is, but you will need to extend for two more years and you have 15 minutes to give me an answer." He said yes on Friday and was transferred on Saturday. Dick was one of 17 Navy personnel picked to work on the Marshall Aid Program and was personally briefed on six different occasions regarding the importance of his beihavior on the sti-eets of Adiens. He took die US AFI language tests in Greek and his German was also passable.

"Things were not calm in Athens. I put in communications that went to Maryland, lived downstairs in an apartment in town, and ate local food. 1 caught a bad case of hepatitis. My job was to train Greeks in the use of electronics." At that time, the U.S. was in the process of ttiming some ships over to the Greek navy. Since he was the only American on board one vessel for tiials, "it was officially 'my ship,' and I had to overrule the Greek captain who wanted to run the new engine at flank speed. 1 said no and he tried to court martial me. The entire U.S. Navy establishment stood behind me. That's when I remembered the meaning of SOPA." In 1949-50, he attended college in the Midwest and got involved in nuclear magnetic resonance smdies. He graduated with degrees in engineering and physics and went to grad school. As an elecfronics technician, he built TERTS—echo ranging sonar. He was able to record sonar evidence of torpedoes, bring it to prospective CO's, and let them know what it sounded like. He was one of five people picked for Rickover's first Oak Ridge, TN class. He later worked for Bendix in North Hollywood and built the acoustic helicopter altimeter. As a good hardware builder, he went to Ream Field in Imperial Beach, CA and demonstrated his altimeter. It proved to be invaluable, because theretofore it had been very difficult to determine the actual height above water and occasionally scuba divers had jumped from a height of 500 feet with unhealthy results.

He later worked with General LeMay, and his job in Alamogordo-White Sands was to build hardware to enable aircraft to hold a steady nack. Later, at the Lockheed Research Center, he built command and conti-ol systems that were used for five years in missiles. "The first monkey we flew was actually a black box that a friend and I designed and built, which simulated vital functions such as heart beat and respiration. My boss was a physicist at the National Bureau of Standards. I got Lockheed Shipmate, July-August 2001

Corporation to consider former Navy and USAF personnel for full-salaried positions. We worked with pulse-coded modulation hardware which were ten years later used in the Hubbell telescope."

Dick also developed airborne signal and data analysis sensors while at Philco, and later built the communications gear used on all the Mars Landers. He was chief engineer of a company that built horizon sensors—"nudging through inertial guidance"—that looked down on earth and fed in correction guides. He worked for both USAF and NASA on the Titan-Agena missiles, specifically vibration specs through the concept of twoaxis and remote. At TRW. where they had to be able to detect nuclear detonations from 80,000 miles up, he developed technology to enable the satellite to hold steady course and position to allow constant monitoring.

He has also developed a tomato harvester that senses mold, dirt, rocks, and ripeness and he developed an X-ray letmce harvester that saves 30% of what were losses when harvested by hand due to insufficient moisture content.

For NASA, Dick created a black box (used in the U2 spy plane) that was half the size of its predecessor He also designed a Lear jet detection package—Star Tracker—used for looking into a star field. It was a gimbaled infrared detector used on flights so high that the pilot had to wear a space suit. In a bremsstrahlung smdy, he helped determine appropriate satellite skin thickness.

Higher IQ Chapter members asked questions, as diey apparently understood some of what Dick covered. He was conversant enough to explain much of what he did in such a way that we got a hint of what it was about. But for most of us, he was just a fascinating inventor and innovator whose theoretical and technical abilities left us shaking our heads in dismay. It was one of those days, perhaps you have experienced them at one time or another in your career, when you knew you were out of your league, big time! After expressing our appreciation to the speaker, we heeded President George's parting and closing words: "Be careful out there," as he adjourned the meeting.

San Diego Chapter CAPT Thomas J. Hammons HI '71, USN (Ret.) 13423 Salmon River Road San Diego, CA 92129 h: 858-538-9824; e: tjhammons@aol.com Web site: www.usnaaasd.com The votes are in. Here's the new slate for Chapter Officers: President Tom Hammons '71; Vice President Bruce McClure '71; 2nd Vice President Randy Bogle '68; Secretary John Kyle '87; Treasurer Gary Luota '72; Networking Chairman Dave Fennell '87; and cortesponding secretary is me, your humble host for this monthly literary cavalcade, Dave Ray '80.

April Luncheon Attendance Thomas Bailey '61, Bernard Bandish '47, Edward Behm '45, Donald Berkebile '66, Charles Carey '70, Roland Bowling '46, Tammy Adams '88, Rich Carlquist '80, Robert Coogan '44, Lawrence Cummins '44, William Drake '52, Robert Eriy '37, Charles Smith '58, James Fontana '63, Robert Gorton '46, Jerry Harken '63, Will Hays '53, Charles Helsper '63, Thomas Hammons '71, Jack Laney '44, Edward Dempsey '80, Ralph Frame "44, Edward Martin '54, Melissa Metz '90, John Nyquist '55, Hugh Rosania '44, Howard Ruggles '51, Andy

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Kremm '51, Hugh Webster '55, Bill Lloyd '60, Dan Archer '80, Mike Keeney '77, Dave Ray '80, Jay Vermilya '48, Greg Chauncey '62, Susan Smola '83, Dallas Boggs "60, Randy Bogle '68, Hubert Sturtevant '48, John Thomas '51, Tiny Atkinson "45, Wilham Ayers '48, Mike Chappie '58, Don Edge "45, Ed Ellis "46, Art Fischer "39, Geoff Clough "64, Paul Tuzo '51, Bob Neely '48, Bob Rubin "82, John Tillson "51, Corliss Nugent '46, John Ball '71, Chris Cooke '81, Ken Roey '78, Robert French '50, Jim Kear '77, Robert Scott '68, Scott Koenig "94, Harold Koenig '62, Roger Carlquist '48, Maurice Caskey '64, Mai Jester '47, Jeanne Danis (John Danis '49), Dean Watkins '92, and Tom Wagner '97.

Business and Networking With the high turnover of jobs of all kinds in southem California, the San Diego Chapter has decided to provide whatever assistance it can to Alumni who are either looking to hire or looking for employment. Dave Fennell '87 heads up the monthly networking breakfast. They meet every second Friday at the Holiday Inn (restaurant) on Miramar Road at 1-15 in San Diego. Show time is 7 a.m., and you'll only need to pay your share for coffee and danish. Contact Dave at fennelld @mindspring.com or 619-297-9589.

NavNet employment networking group also meets monthly at Trellises restaurant in the Town and Country resort in Mission Valley. The group is not restricted to Academy Alumni, but a good number of the group are Alums. At last report, Tom Hammons (our new chapter President) is still in charge of this group and keeps a roster of names, emails, and phone numbers. Meeting time is also 7 a.m., and everyone orders breakfast off the menu.

Sea stories from "job search survivors" abound.

You're guaranteed to walk away with a handful of business cards, tips on interviewing, and some gouge on who's working for whom. You may even catch up with one of your former plebes. (1 did.)

So, if you are looking to hire or looking for a job, check it out.

Annual Plebe Dinner Our annual event for incoming plebes was held on 14 May at Tom Ham's Lighthouse and was a huge success with 18 future Midshipmen of the Class of '05 and three future Napsters attending.

We had three recent graduates of the Class of '01 (then Midshipmen) Matt Willette '01, John Vanecko '01, and Tom Finley '01 to meet the candidates and give them an idea on what to expect come July. We also had the father/son team of LTJG Adam Fleming '98 and our senior Blue & Gold Officer, Myron Fleming '62, on hand to talk to our future Alumni. We had Jo-Bette Crescitelli, president of our local Parents' Club, representing our family member supporters.

If you missed it, make plans for next year's dinner. Seeing the high caliber of entering plebes' academics, athletics, and morals will make you green with envy, but be sure that the future of the Navy is in good hands.

April Speaker Serendipity blessed us as the leading expert on the TriCare system happened to be in San Diego the day of our monthly luncheon. VADM Harold Koenig '62 graciously agreed to fill us in on recent legislative changes to the TriCare system. The changes are all good for retirees, and long awaited.

Some changes go into effect very soon, some not until later this year But VADM Koenig made a complicated subject fairly understandable. With some excellent Power Point assistance by his son, Scott Koenig '94, and just the right number of "eye-

charts," he gave the group a heads-up on important benefits soon to come, as well as changes that will soon save retirees real money on health care and prescriptions.

May Speaker We were honored to have as our monthly speaker Commander, Naval Air Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet VADM John Nathman '70. He spoke briefly on the multitude of conferences and meetings he had attended over the previous few weeks, and then went right to addressing our questions and concerns.

It was obvious that as commander of all the aircraft, aircraft carriers, and air stations in the Pacific theatre, he is very busy working with all levels of Navy leadership. His commitments included visits or meetings with LINCOLN, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, other type commanders. Navy doctors. Naval aviation leaders, NAS Pensacola, chief of Naval operations, naval education and training leaders, air warfare commanders, as well as several others.

He assured our audience that his two most important concerns centered around our young men and women out there on the front lines—giving them the best possible training and highest quality equipment to do their job, and managing deployment at sea times to give them time with family.

With a constantly changing, asymmetrical threat around the world. Navy leadership is challenged to find the right mix of personnel, systems, spare parts, training curricula, and exercise schedules. But after seeing tens of thousands of Navy and Marine Corps personnel around the country, he is convinced we have an extremely capable force of highly motivated men and women.

San Francisco Chapter CAPT Rick Voytek '77, USNR 100 West El Camino, 61 Mountain View, CA 94040 h: 650-962-0622; e: mongov@aol.com Web site: http://www.usnaaasd.com Sec'y: Dennis Vied '60 e: Dvied@home.com Greetings from the San Francisco Bay Area. A lot has been happening out here on the "left" coast so let's play catch up with some of those activities.

The High Tech Interest Series got off to a good start with nearly 50 attendees there to enjoy awesome networking and an intriguing speaker, Tom Hennings, CEO of OrderFusion. Tom engaged the audience with a discussion on how to help suppliers leverage the power of the Internet. A great presentation by a great speaker Lou Adissi '88 was the catalyst in getting this event sponsored. Great job Lou! Steve O'Rourke '86 and Linda Postenrieder '82 continue to press forward with AcademyConnect, a business networking organization for Service Academy Grads in the Bay Area.

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in St. Helena, CA, has become an annual hit for the Chapter. Attending the tour and dinner were Mike Fazzio '85, Linda Postenrieder '82 (organizer). Jack Sramek '62, Tom McReynolds '59, Tom Marname '57, John O'Connell '53, and Bob Rawlins '48. This tour occurs over the President's Day Weekend (yes, it's a long weekend) so mark your calendars for next year.

On 14 May 2001 the Chapter was "stand-in" cohost for a reception during the port visit of PORT ROYAL (CG-73) to San Francisco. The event was a fantastic success. CAPT Lee Geanuleas '77, and his officers and crew turned out the red carpet in ensuring that Alumni and guests got to see and mix 189

FLORIDA Fort Lauderdale Chapter CAPT William J. Aston '51, USN (Kei;

Colorado Chapter May 2001 dinner meeting USNA attendees

COLORADO Colorado Chapter with the crew of one of the finest ships in the fleet.

It wasn't surprising to see that Alumni were well represented among the ship"s officers. LTJG Bill Newbitt '99, LTJG Cindy Keating '98, LT Elizabeth Touse '97 (not present at the tour), LT Chris Adams '96, LCDR Chris Sweeney '91, CDR Mark Larabee '86, and the CO are all Alumni.

Reception on PORT ROY.-\L

Attending this event from the Chapter were: Neil Chaitin "50, John Cunliffe '73, John Dolby '63, Mrs. Anna Falche (friend), Tom Hagan '69, Willard Hay '71, Tom Jones '72, Peter Landauer '90, Brooks Mancini '62, Eric Mersch '90, Bob Michael '59, Eric Perreca '87, Mark Petersen '74, Linda Postenrieder '82, John Potter '58, Bob Rawlins '48, James Ryan '86, Don Seyk '64, Steve Taylor '87, Dennis Vied '60, Rick Voytek '77, and Homer Wallin '55. It's easy to see why PORT ROYAL is the best ship in the PacFleet. 1 think 1 can safely say on behalf of all those who attended, BZ on a job well done.

Rick Voytek '77

CAPT Daniel Branch Jr. '59, USN (Ret.) 555 Apollo Drive Boulder, CO 80303-5002 h: 303-499-0337; w: 303-966-4833 e: dbranchjr@aol.com Web site: www.usna.com/Chapters/US/Colorado/ default.htm More than 100 attended the May 2001 dinner meeting at which Alumni and Navy League attendees congramlated Colorado Plebe candidates.

Picmred are Mike McGrath '62, John Ripley '62 (guest of honor and speaker). Rusty Stephens '74, Joe Procopio '62, Jim Poole '59, Dan Branch '59 (Chapter president), Dick Sargent '57, Dave Govan '53, Arland Kuester '61, Bob Westfall '61, and Class of 2005 Candidates: Michael Larson, Michael Stephens (son of Rusty), Ashley VanHartesvelt, Erin Winslow, Blake Stoffel, and Mark Locatelli.

Upcoming Chapter events include the annual Alumni picnic in Littleton on 26 August, and the Army-Navy game viewing with Army alumni on 1 December.

Dan Branch '59

Gamesville Chapter CONNECTICU Connecticut Chapter Tom Hogsten '85 33 Hollister Drive Avon, CT 06001 h: 860-673-0033; e: thogsten@aol.com Web site: www.usnact.org

Santa Barbara Chapter CDR William J. Stewart '63, USNR (Ret.) 1617 Las Canoas Road Santa Barbara, CA 93105 h: 805-962-0703; w: 805-963-1863 e: tenbears@silcom.com

COSTA RICA Costa Rica Chapter Claudio A. Pacheco '64 Apt 4307-1000 San Jose, Costa Rica h: 506-224-4325; w: 506-256 e: cpacheco@sol.racsa.co.cr

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659 Coconut Drive SW Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 h: 954-463-3047; e: saltysam@bellsoudi.net Summer is nearly over and our Chapter members are returning from vacations that carried them to South America, Europe, Carolina Mountains, and even out to the West Coast. Some went to Class reunions and others went to new jobs. Our secretary, Miguel Cintron '66, has a new job in Panama while others are taking an even strain in lakeside cottages in Vermont. Nothing dull around here.

A new slate of officers took over in May. Bill Aston '51 starts his final year as president. Drew Jones '85 is our vice president, Rob Gillette '90 is sliding over from vice president to treasurer, and Miguel Cintron '86 continues as secretary.

We are lucky to have as membership officer, Talisa Jones, wife of Drew. This is an equal opportunity Chapter!

The end of May found our Chapter participating in Memorial Day brunch held at the Riverside Hotel in Fort Lauderdale. This affair is hosted by the West Point Society of South Florida . Our "senior" members have adopted this as a worthy patriotic event and have been supporting the affair for die past three years. The intense tropical heat of past years has driven us in from the parade grounds to the air-conditioned hotel. Uniform is black shoes, shined brass and miniamre medals. We invite illustrious combat veterans to spin their stories of valor and bravery. Attendees always enjoy the wonderful infusion of patriotism connected with this day of homage.

Our last pre-summer affair was a luncheon at die Sea Watch restaurant, a famous ocean side location set in the sand dunes in Pompano Beach. Sixteen of us were able to break away from the world of work and enjoy some interesting conversation relating to our times as Midshipmen. Everyone brought a personal treasure to recall life as Midshipmen in the "Old Navy." In September we will resume our monthly "rendezvous," the informal buffet affairs at the "fifteenth street fisheries." We gather at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. Please join us if you are in the area.

CAPT J. Michael Smith '61, USNR (Ret.) 10424 SW 41st Place Gainesville, FL 32608 h: 352-376-6611; w: 352-376-3301 e: mickey@acceleration.net

The Service Academies Alumni Club met at the University of Florida Hotel and Conference Center for a luncheon on 24 May. Our speaker, Ms. Leslie Bram, is associate vice president for administration at the University of Florida. She is a cum laude graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Law. Ms. Bram has held several university lectureships, worked as an attomey in Philadelphia, and served as associate university counsel and assistant to the vice chancellor for Development at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

Ms. Bram provided the Club with an interesting discussion regarding fundraising for a state supported institution via their University of Florida Foundation. Similarities and differences with the USNA Foundation were exchanged with our USNA A A Regional Vice President, Mase Wells '47. Ms. | Shipmate, July-August 2001

Bram also provided an outline of the Continuing Care Retirement Center, cun-ently in the planning stages, that will benefit Gainesville area retirees, especially those interested in ultimate assisted living and a close association with the university activities. This program is well under way, headed by a not-for-profit organization, and will be located close to the University campus on a very special 200 acre site.

The following USNA members attended: Ben Morland "34, Al Vito '44, Mase Wells "47, John Smitherman "53, Rick Childress '54, Jim Zimmerman "54, John DeWitt "55, Russell Henderson '58, Larry Reid '58, Josh Dickenson "59, Mickey Smith "61, Rusty Keeney "64, Skip Manasco '70, Sam Mutch '71, Hudson Berrey '72, Ty Tyler '76, Mark Becker '77, and Amold Alqueza '94.

From USMA, we had: Charlie Hall '46, Tom McBryde "46, Dick Boe '54, Bill Gager '54, Lee Pardi '62, Jan Hughey "64, and Jim Gleason "66.

The last two members were Nate Himes, USCGA "94, and Eric Woodring, USAFA '99.

The next meeting is scheduled for 21 June at the University of Florida DoubleTree Hotel and Conference Center.

Jim Zimmerman '54

Jacksonville Chapter CAPT Michael O. Boms '70, USN (Ret.) 1185 Sah Marsh Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-2543 h: 904-273-4714; w: 904-693-5630 e:mboms@meridianmgmt.come Web site: usnaaajaxchap@usa.net The spring event was held at the Fleet Landing "O" Club in Atlantic Beach, FL, during the evening of 11 May. The guest of honor and speaker was Mr Lad Daniels, Jacksonville City Councilman and Executive Director, First Coast Manufacturers Association. Mr. Daniels was accompanied by his wife, Carol, and as a councilman at-large represents the neighboring six county area of Jacksonville. He graduated from North Carolina State University where he received his bachelor's degree and attended Harvard Business School. Mr. Daniels has lived in the Jacksonville area since 1972. He served his country in the U.S. Army.

Mr. Daniels' remarks dealt with the growth of the Jacksonville community with its attendant global perspective. The major community issues he discussed were education, the image of Jacksonville to be a global community, and the mihtary base closing issues (BRAC) affecting Kings Bay NS, Mayport NS and NAS Jacksonville. The subject of growth management was discussed and covered the infrastmcture issues (streets, highways, sewer and water), the port of Jacksonville, the airports and the need to broaden the local industrial base. The issues of economic and racial division were also discussed and are recognized by Mr. Daniels and the city council as being significant for fumre progress.

An animated discussion followed the remarks.

Those attending the dinner meeting were: CDR Robert Awtrey '44 and guest, LtCol John Bauer '39, CAPT Michael Boms ' 70, Mrs. Anne Brown, CDR Ricky Carper '76, CDR and Mrs. George Cornelius '43, CDR and Mrs. Robert Crowell "34, Mr. and Mrs. Lad Daniels, Mrs. Evelyn Decker, CAPT and Mrs. James Dunford '37, CDR Catherine and Dennis Eberhart '83, Mrs. Betty Ellis, LCDR and Mrs. Joel Febel '60, Mrs. Norman Green ('48), CAPT and Mrs. Shannon Hayward '57, CDR and Mrs. Tom Heilmann '68, CAPT and Mrs. Jack Hinman

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'40, Mrs. Florence Hughes, Mrs. M'lizz Johnson, Mrs. Charlotte Leavitt, Mrs. Elizabeth Lewis, CAPT and Mrs. Charles Metzler '61, Mr and Mrs. John McCabe '59, CDR and Mrs. Pete Miller '76, VADM and Mrs. Joseph Moorer '45, RADM and Mrs. Leslie O'Brien '38, CAPT and Mrs. William Payne '44, CAPT Charles Pendleton '43, Mrs. Julie Rawson, Mrs. Harriet Seguin, CDR and Mrs. Leonard Smith '43, CAPT and Mrs. Gray Strum '41, CAPT and Mrs. Charles Styer '41, Mrs. Fances Vissering, CAPT and Mrs. Edward Waller '74, LCDR and Mrs. David Ward '45, RADM and Mrs. Norvell Ward "35, CAPT and Mrs. Ted Willandt "66, and CDR and Mrs. Robert Zvacek '66.

Joel W. Febel '60

Miami Chapter Richard W. Ogden '66 5590 SW 92nd St., Coral Gables, FL 33156 h: 305-665-9641; b: 305-663-5860 e: billo@kcl.net Sec'y: Zachariah R. Bell '89 e: zbell@cenetec.com

Naples-Fort Myers Chapter William H. Vonier '51 2065 Imperial Circle, Naples, FL 34110 p: 941-514-4031; e: bvonier@mediaone.net Secy: Sid Davis '56 Our Chapter year was again rewarding as we enjoyed some great speakers, another Navy win over Army, and we had a chance to get better acquainted and share our common bond with the Naval Academy. The year saw a 10% increase in dues paying members to 118, and a similar increase in our mailing list of area Alumni to 201. We will continue to send our mailings to the entire mailing list to keep all Alumni aware of what's happening in the area and in hopes that these mailings will encourage a greater number to join us as both dues paying members and as regular attendees at our luncheons.

We started our 2000-2001 season in November with an outstanding luncheon in Alan Wright '61's Casablanca Air Hanger, as we helped to celebrate Naples Aviation Day. Our featured speaker and Navy pilot extraordinaire, ADM "Snuffy" Smith '62, was inspiring. We dined, surtounded by three well-preserved Navy veterans, an N-3-N trainer, a twin Beach, and the famous F-4-U Corsair In December we Beat Army, and it was enjoyed along with a festive luncheon by happy fans at Vanderbilt Country Club.

In January we were honored with the attendance of our new President and CEO, George Watt '73, who brought us up to speed on the Alumni Association and how he expected to stay the course. This fine luncheon was enjoyed at Spring Run Country Club at the Brooks.

In Febmary we enjoyed a two-day visit by ADM Chuck Larson '58. On Thursday aftemoon he spoke to an assemblage of area high school students at the Naples High auditorium about the advantages of an education at one of the military academies.

This event received coverage in both the Naples Daily News and WINK TV. This program was the brainchild of our Blue & Gold officer, Russ Masterson. This well received talk gave Russ four new potential candidates for USNA. On Friday Chuck's timely and enthusiastic talk was warmly received at our very well attended luncheon at the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club.

The March meeting at Vanderbilt Country Club had our own ADM "Ebbie" Bell '39 as a speaker relating many warm and interesting memories of the "old" Navy. He graciously substituted for ADM Ron Marryott '57 who had to cancel.

We also had a chance to meet Jay Border '05 and his mother who were guests of Russ Masterson, our Blue & Gold officer That's all for the summer here in sunny SW Florida.

See you at the Army-Navy party on 1 December 2001.

Orlando Chapter LtCol George V. RUGS Jr. '50, USMC (Ret.) 950 Kersfield Circle Heathrow, FL 32746-1936 h: 407-804-1308; e: georgemos@aol.com The USNA AA holds monthly meetings the second Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. with breakfast at the Holiday Inn, SR 436 and Wymore Road, Altamonte Springs. All Alumni and guests are invited. The next meeting will be on Samrday, 16 June 2001 at 8:30 a.m. in the same location.

Annual dues are $15 per year and are payable to the Orlando Naval Academy Alumni Association.

Please forward your dues to Bob Tumage at 4612 Oak Cove Drive, Oriando, FL 32806-6939. This will ensure that you receive the newsletter and information conceming upcoming events.

The April meeting was held on 14 April 2001.

Attendees were: Betty and Jerry Ball '41, Jim Borop '42, Stuart Sadler '44, Bob Turnage '47, Art Herbert '48 and guest, Marilyn Grimm, Eileen and Lou Branch '49, Shirley and Walt Marquardt '49, Dorothy and John Mackenzie '50, Frances and George Ruos '50, Bill Forbes '55, Eileen and John Long '55, and Gerrie Santos '83.

Art Herbert reported on Curt Cordell '46, who had a foot amputated. Art told us that he is in good spirits.

Our president, George Ruos '50, shared cortespondence and emails he received from several graduates who are considering relocating to the Centtal Florida area.

We are in the process of planning another lunch or dinner cmise aboard RIVERSHIP ROMANCE out of Sanford in the fall.

Treasurer's report: We have $ 1,169 in the checking account.

John Mackenzie '50, recounted some sea stories of the time he was stationed aboard BASILONE. Mrs. Betty Ball will provide her insight into Navy life next month.

The May meeting was held on 12 May 2001.

Attendees were: Betty and Jerry Ball '41, Bill Sims '45, Joan and John Leslie '47, Bob Tumage '47, Art Herbert '48 and guest, Marilyn Grimm, Eileen and Lou Branch '49, Shirley and Walt Marquardt '49, Dorothy and John Mackenzie '50, Eileen and John Long '55, Jeanne and Harry Spence '55, Jane and Don Smith '68, Craig Corbett '73, Joe Belinski '74, and Gerrie Santos '83.

Curt Cordell '46, is in the Florida Hospital South Interim Care Unit. His recovery/rehabilitation is progressing wonderfully.

JD Hall '83 (past president) stopped by to see Bob Tumage '47. His house is on the market in Lake Mary.

Betty Ball delighted us with her recollections of the evacuation of civilians from Guantanamo Bay during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962.

Bob Smith will share sea stories next month.

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Palm Beach Chapter CAPT John A. Butterfield '59, USN (Ret.) 1270 Morse Boulevard Riviera Beach, FL 33404 h: 561-881-7077; w: 561-840-1104 e: jbsgma@aol.com Each of our monthly events, during April through June, has been very special. For our April meeting our group met at the Palm Beach Country Club and had our own Bernie Bennett '43 as speaker. Bemie spoke to us about his book, Mexico from Within, and made his book available to the attendees for a bargain price.

Those present were: Reynolds Beckwith '49, Priscilla and John Butterfield '59, Dottie Coney (widow of Charles Coney '19), Sean Fuller '89, Betty and Al Haworth '57, Julie and Joel Jacobs (Honorary '59), Carl Keske '59, Robert Lees '69, Nelson McDermott '46, Lydia and John McNabney '50, Art Osgood '44, Bill Sawyer '48, John Shirreffs '59, Joe Sinclair '46, Betty and Swoose Snead '47, Robert Tisdale '46, and Keith Weaver '76.

In May our Naval Academy Alumni joined with the Navy League for a dinner meeting at the PGA National Members Club. VADM Gordon S. Holder, USN, Commander Military Sealift, gave an excellent talk on the "State of the Navy and his command." ADM Holder also answered questions at the end and gave a very thorough presentation.

President Butterfield also made a brief address and recognized among our Classmates, Arthur Graubart '25. The crowd of 100-plus cheered for the "youngest" attendee (attended the earliest Class in the last Century) at the fantastic age of 99, "Speed" Graubart, who led a robust cheer of "Beat Army!" Attending this function were: Ines Herman and Ron Bamett '61, Priscilla and John Butterfield '59, Dottie Coney (widow of Charles Coney ' 19), Patricia and Marv Glickstein '55, Kim and Tim Goering '89, Peggy and Hank Gorman '44, Beverly and Gene Gralla '46, Arthur Graubart '25 with guests, Vincent and Pia DiDonna, Julie and Joel Jacobs (Honorary '59), Bill McFarlane '49, Lydia and John McNabney '50, Phyllis and P.X. O'Neill '54, Art Osgood '44, Fred Simcich '49, Betty and Swoose Snead '47, Eric Stein '68, Susan and Keith Weaver '76, and Diana and Walt Whipple '57.

In June we held our Annual Naval Academy Alumni Picnic at the Loggerhead Park in Juno Beach. This is a beautiful beach area where Loggerhead turtles nest. We had close to 30 attendees, and many interests were satisfied with the beach, pathways to walk, the playground and a shaded pavilion for good talk, food and drink. Not only was the location ideal, but also the weather as the rain held off until after we left.

Two young members of the NJROTC unit at Palm Beach Gardens High School attended, Tommy Pavao and Mike Kauffman, who may have aspirations of attending the Academy. Our newest Blue & Gold Officer, Tim Goering '89, was able to provide solid information. Due to the various activities a complete list of attendees was not compiled, but some of the helpers/attendees were: Priscilla and John Butterfield '59, and good friend, Bente Sandvik, whose late husband was in the Norwegian Air Force (Bente joined the Butterfields in running a 5K race at the Stuart YMCA, part of a 192

nationwide 700-plus Ys around the U.S. holding the "world's largest mn"); Kim and Tim Goering '89 and daughters. Sienna and Aishnn, who had to leave for Aislinn's gymnastics recital in Stuart to receive a tiophy; Peggy and Hank Gorman '44; Julie and Joel Jacobs (Honorary '59); Sally and Sean Fuller '89 with sons and friends; Mary and Joseph Pidkowicz '52; Dave Kroupa '81 and friend, Lisa Archer (Lisa ran the Y 5K in Boca Raton with Dave mnning just over 17 minutes to finish second in his very competitive 40-plus age group); Chris MacMillan '95 and his mother, Ann S. MacMillan, of Stuart (Chris just retumed from C2 flying duties with HARRY S. TRUMAN); Jim Moore '54; Betty and Al Haworth '57; Rita and Gil Barbe '63; and Bill Brovra '71. Ann and George Bole '54 sent their regrets as they were in Newport, RI, attending their son's, Bruce Bole '78, Change of Command. Bmce takes over as CO of the Naval Academy Preparatory School. Congratulations!

Our next meeting will be on 19 September, leaving the summer months for tiavel to "cooler climates," such as the Hank Gormans, who plan a two-week vacation in Alaska and cmise back to Vancouver, BC. Our September speaker is expected to be RADM P.D. Smith, USN (Ret.), president and CEO of ANA (Association of Naval Aviation). Thanks to the efforts of RADM Swoose Snead '47, CAPT Hank Gonnan '44, Joel Jacobs (Honorary '59), Ron Kennedy, Keith Weaver '76, John Magnon, Reynolds Beckwith '49, Al Haworth '57, Charhe Welling, and John Butterfield '59, we have estabhshed a new Chapter for the Association of Naval Aviation in this Florida area. We are the "McCampbell Aces" named after David McCampbell '33, a Congressional Medal of Honor Winner, the "Ace of Aces" of Naval Aviation, who lived in this area and died in 1996. Our September meeting will serve many purposes: to celebrate Naval Aviation, to get our South Florida Alumni back together again and to help launch Navy sports (including football) toward winning seasons. Beat Army!

Walt Whipple '57

Pensacola Chapter CAPT Glenn H. Montgomery '71, USN (Ret.) 1152 Ceylon Court Guff Breeze, FL 32561-3214 h: 850-934-4757; e: monty4gb@aol.com Greetings from the westem gate to the Sunshine State! Our last meeting of the academic year was the annual business meeting where our hTistee and president reported back on what transpired during the Annapolis annual meetings and we held election of officers for the coming year.

In a Florida election that required no recount the '70s team of Glenn Montgomery '71 as president (one last year), Lee Price '78 as vice president, Dave Babcock '78 as secretaryUreasurer, and Richard Jesmonth '78, as national tmstee won in a landslide.

Richard Jesmonth summarized the tmstees meeting discussing the upcoming renovation of Memorial Hall, various administrative improvements, and a proposal to develop a Comprehensive Retirement Community (CRC) in the Annapolis area.

I then provided an overview of the Chapter Presidents meeting and some of the areas where each of us individually, collectively as Classes, and collectively as Chapters can help support the three pronged mission of the Alumni Association.

1. Social—Provide a fabric "where two or three may gather together."

2. Support the Academy—^This means contrib ute financially to make our alma mater a better place for those who will follow in our footsteps.

3. Identify Good Youngsters—In a timeframe when few parents have military experience, work to make the Academy a choice for the best and brightest teenagers when they choose a college.

My sense after two years as a Chapter president is that we do OK at providing an opportunity to socialize, we have an opportunity to excel with our financial contributions in the recently announced "Capital Campaign," and that admissions will always require dedicated volunteers to keep getting the word out. One of the refreshing tidbits from Annapolis was that applications for '05 were up 13% from the year before. Let's keep growing that number.

In attendance in May were our most distinguished veteran graduate RADM Jack Monroe '27, and four members from '78 who took junior honors. The Class of '78 was the most highly represented Class, the three amigos (Babcock, Price, and Jesmonth) running for election plus John Woodward Jr. '78. It was a pleasure having John Woodward Sr. '54 and John Woodward Jr. '78 joining us.

The roll call of attendees included Hank Anson '45, Dean Axene '45, Dave Babcock '78, Pete Booth '56, John Chappell '45, Lamar Dixon, '52, Bob Fargo '48, Skip Furlong '56, Dick Gaskill '54, Richard Jesmonth '78, Frank Liberato '51, Don Mason '74, Jack Monroe '27, Glenn Montgomery '71, Lee Price '78, Bill Ramsey '53, Lou Sarosdy '51, Gordon Snyder '43, John Stein '65, Mark Tuzo '52, RB. Wall '44, Bemie Walsh '62, Bob Wilmer '54, John Woodward Sr. '54, and John Woodward Jr '78.

I look forward to seeing everyone in the fall and welcoming the Class of 2001 to the Cradle of Naval Aviation! Beat Army! (and all the rest!)

Glenn Montgomery '71

Space Coast Chapter CAPT Peter C. Peterson Jr. '56, USN (Ret.) 401 Third Avenue Melboume Beach, FL 32951-2537 h: 321-952-2066; e: peteusna@aol.com

Suncoast Chapter Clifford P. Hermann '45 7979 S. Tamiami Trail #338A Sarasota, FL 34231 e: helnclif@webtv.net

Tampa Bay Chapter CAPT John S. Kamen '77, USN 1105 Culbreath Isle Drive Tampa, FL 33629 h: 813-288-9548 e: Kamenj@socom.mil

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GEORGIA Atlanta Chapter Robert R. Schultz '71 5219 Meadowdale Court, Norcro; 30092-1682 h: 770-448-4299; w: 770-236-78 e: RobertS71@aol.com Web site: www.usnaaaa.com The President's Corner This is the last time I author this portion of your newsletter as my term as president expires this month. It has been a wonderful experience and I am most grateful to have had this oppormnity. The truth be known, my Navy career was undistinguished. It had its high points and I did realize my childhood ambition to become a naval aviator, but 1 never approached my full potential. Serving as your president has been my substitute for my naval command. That may be a silly analogy, but it has been a rare privilege for me and I have been most honored to preside over a "ship" crewed by so many tme naval leaders and real heroes.

As I look back there have been many events and Chapter accomphshments that have made me proud, but two stand out. The first, an event sandwiched into the middle of the Navy-GATech weekend. The moming of the game the Academy admissions department held an information session for local youngsters, their parents and school officials. Paul Hurst '62 was instmmental in organizing that outing and several Chapter members helped promote it. The mmout far exceeded the expectations of the Academy representatives as well as the fire marshal's building capacity. The second was a barbeque lunch sponsored by a joint effort between the Chapter and the Georgia Parent's Club for the Academy's Gospel Choir when they visited Atlanta for the Martin Luther King Jr holiday weekend.

This event was also a great success.

I would like to share two stories from these events that illustiate what the Academy is all about. On the GATech weekend Navy also played in a soccer toumament at Georgia State. At the Saturday tailgate party 1 met Michael Paisant '01 who is from the Atlanta area, is captain of the soccer team and the team's leading scorer On Sunday I went to see the match and was surprised to see Michael sitting on the bench. One of the parents on the sidelines explained that Michael had busted curfew last night.

No scandal, he had been out to dinner with his parents, but the coach benched him for the first period nevertheless. I wonder how many other college coaches (or high school coaches for that matter) would bench their leading scorer for getting in late from dinner with his parents!

At the Gospel Choir lunch I set out with Leron Culbreath '01 in search of special batteries for the choir's camera. He is the son of a Marine sergeant and enlisted in the Navy right out of high school. Although his high school grades were not spectacular, he did qualify for nuclear sub training. Before he graduated from sub school he was offered the opportunity to go to NAPS. That led to an appointment and he had just graduated with a degree in engineering and an assignment to Nuclear Power School. I asked him if his dad was proud of his accomplishments. He said that when he phoned his dad to tell him he'd gotten his appointment his father "made a whooop] sound" like he'd never heard before.

Michael Paisant could have played soccer at any one of a number of colleges but he chose to accept the discipline that comes from being a Navy

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athlete and despite the rigors of Academy life was able to achieve the status of Offensive Player of the Year in the Liberty Conference. Leron Culbreath came to the Academy and had his expectations elevated beyond his dreams. These young men have now joined the fleet. I anticipate that they'll both enjoy rewarding and successful careers.

We can be proud of our Academy and the young leaders it produces. Let's make a loud whooop sound. And Beat Army!

Representative Bob Snelling '65 speaks at May luncheon The speaker for the May luncheon was Bob Snelling '65, representative to the Georgia Legislature from Douglasville, GA, (District 99) currently serving his fourth term in that office. Bob provided some interesting and informative insight into the "inner workings and (sometimes) hidden mechanisms" of the Georgia 2001 Legislative Session. As the ranking Republican member of the Transportation Committee and a member of the Education Committee and the Ways and Means Committee, Bob was at the center of several important and sometimes heated legislative contests this session.

According to Bob, there were more than 1,000 bills introduced during the 2001 session. He chose to discuss just a few, starting with House Bill 656 on education reform. This bill includes the phaseout of "social promotion" and the establishment of "gates" at grades 3 for reading, and at 5 and 8 for reading and math skills to ensure that students are performing at grade level before moving on. This is critical because the ultimate dropout rate of children who fall behind at early levels is many times that of children who get off to a good start. Rather than being punitive, Bob describes the bill as being redemptive in that it provides measures to provide additional help to failing students.

A major concem to Georgians, especially in the Atlanta area, is transportation. One area of concem to Bob is the emphasis on public transportation at the expense of new highway constmction. Studies have shown that automobiles are the least polluting when they are moving at 35-55 mph, yet around Atlanta the lack of adequate highways results in thousands of cars and tmcks idling along for several hours each day. The following enjoyed Bob's discussion: George O'Connell '35, Bill Wideman '35, Harry Miller '41, Bill Brewster '42, Charles Hill '42, Paul Smith '42 and son Steve Smith, Art Wamer '42, Jim Ravenel '45, Gill McCuUen '53, Bill Rentz '55, Reggie Vachon '58, Don Thompson '59, Dick Buxton '59, Carl McCallum '60, Paul Hurst '62, Teb Bowman '63, Ted Healy '63, Bob Bush '65, Art Czerwonky '65, Bob Snelling '65, Jim Slemenda '66, Will Wood '66, Pete Dabbieri '67, Nick Ward '74 and guest Sheila Strieker, Mario Maddox '85, Carter Edge '91 and guest Herb Nadler, Brian Pilger '93, and Arif Cirtlik '98.

Miscellaneous Events The Navy-Atlanta Chapter won the 5th Annual Atlanta Army-Navy Golf Classic on 4 May 2001 at The Commons Fort McPherson.

The Atianta Chapter will hold elections for the new Board on 16 June during the monthly luncheon.

Visit the Chapter Web site for the results.

Joe Solymossy '68

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LCDR Noel M. Enriquez '84, USNR PO. Box 26849, GMF Bartiguda, GU 96921-6849 h: 671-477-4382; hfax: 671-472-1966 w: 671-649-9629; wfax: 671-649-8870 e: nmenriqu@ite.net

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CAPT Harvey Gray Jr. '52, USN (Ret,^ 1117 Akumu Street Kailua, HI 96734-4012 h: 808-261-9722; e: hamgray@juno.com http://members.xoom.com/hawaiialumni

ILLINOIS Chicago Chapter CDR Frederick W. Weber '75, U 2134 Evert Court Northbrook, IL 60062-6612 h: 847-559-9381; w: 312-750-8899 e: fredrick.weber@rosshardies.com Navy to Beat Northwestern The major event coming up is Navy football's first visit to the Chicagoland area in many years on 15 September at the Evanston campus of Northwestem University. The Chicago Chapter is planning a number of special activities surrounding the game. Check the Chapter newsletter for details or the Chapter Web site.

Other Events to Note in Your Calendar 2 November—Annual USO black-tie Gala at the Hilton and Towers.

17 November—Navy in South Bend to beat Notre Dame. Check the Chapter Newsletter for the Chapter's being on hand.

1 December—Navy to beat Army. Check the Chap ter Newsletter for details on the annual party.

Breakfasts Ken Smith '73 reported in from points west: Wheel book in hand and USMA alumni absent, Thursday, 10 May found the following USNA Alumni gathered at the Holiday Inn at Naperville: Walt Land '60, Doug Horton '64, Jim Natter '72, Ken Smith '73, Fred Weber '75 (Chapter Pres.), Marc Dupas '82, Joe Long '84.

Discussion items included an update by Fred on the status of the Yard and fundraising "opportunities" underway to rehabilitate the sailing center, various athletic facilities, Michaelson and Chauvenet halls, etc.

There was a discussion about service selection and how that has moved to a board screening rather than class rank picking billets. Surface warfare was subscribed higher than target, and someone opined that may be because the target was low due to the absence of ships.

USNA candidate selection was also a topic Fred brought to the table. The number of applicants is up after a dip a few years ago, and the number of qualified applicants receives a very high selection rate. However, competition is high among top schools for these candidates and the acceptance rate is a matter of concern. The facility improvements 193

are tied to an effort to make "The Place" more attractive and competitive. [Editorial comment: I think I am more in line with Webb. Let it get smaller and get those who will best become combat leaders. KMS] Other topics included communications to the thousand or so Alumni who were not in Naperville for breakfast. Fred described his newsletter mailings to the larger community on occasion. This is to be a chapter board issue.

Check the Chapter newsletter for dates and times of our three monthly breakfasts throughout Chicagoland.

Chapter eList If you have successfully graduated to the Intemet world, then you need to be on the Chicago Chapter eList. Send an email request to John Howland at MoneyMinds@aol.com to get plugged in and get all the up-to-the-minute news on all things USNA. John G.B. Howland '64

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I N D I A N A Indianapolis Chapter CDR Charles A. Rainey '84, USNR 12804 Double Eagle Drive Carmel, IN 46033 h: 317-815-0575; e: crainey@flilbi.com Michiana Chapter CDR John T. Haizlip '72, USN (Ret.) 15246 Longford Drive Granger, IN 46530 h: 219-273-2939; e: CHaizlip@aol.com

J A P A N Tokyo B a y Chapter CDR Nolan D. Villarin '82, USNR U.S. Space and Naval Warfare Systi PSC 473 Box 5, FPO AP 96349-1 e: villarin@drs-tsi.com April Meeting The April USNA Alumni Association Tokyo Bay Chapter was held on 19 April 2001 at the Officers' Club Plum Sakura Room at Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. The following Alumni were present: Robert Sweeney '75, Mike Donnelly '76, Barb Geraghty '80, Dave Pashkevich '81, Tony Smith '82, Nolan Villarin '82, Jonathan Yuen '83, Mike Chase '84, Tom Cuff '84, Matt Licholai '85, Jim Reich '86, Mike Kunkel '88, Will Triplett '89, Peter Smith '90, Leon Jablow '91, and Richard Worthington '99.

After a sumptuous meal of luncheon meat, rye, wheat, and white breads, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, potato salad, lemonade, and iced tea with lemon wedges (no milk). Chapter President Nolan Villarin '82 kicked off the meeting by thanking everyone for attending. Despite a number of ships underway and many members unable to attend, there was a nice tumout of Alumni. BZ to the Class of '82 and '84 for having the most representation. The youngest Class in attendance was '99.

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Tokyo Bay March Luncheon participants

The next Tokyo Bay Chapter luncheon was scheduled for 17 May at the Officers' Club. The guest speaker was tentatively RADM Joseph Enright '71, Commander, Submarine Group Seven.

We will also be inviting members of the incoming Plebe Class. There is one high school smdent in Tokyo who has received a conditional appointment and he will be invited to join us for the luncheon as soon as his appointment is confirmed.

The following luncheon is scheduled for 28 June at the Officers' Club. As soon as the speaker is confirmed, an announcement will be made. Most of the ships will be remming from deployment towards the end of the month so a larger tumout is expected.

Please RSVP ahead of time so an accurate count can be made on the number of seats.

CAPT Tank McNamara '76, CO NAF Atsugi, has invited the Tokyo Bay Chapter to Atsugi for an activity, possibly a golf toumament. If anyone is interested in having a golf toumament there, please let one of the Chapter officers know. We are tentatively planning a luncheon in Atsugi during the summer with CAPT McNamara as the guest speaker.

The summer months brings about many PCS moves. Among them are the Chapter secretary (LCDR Kirk Benson '87) and treasurer (LCDR Jim Reich '86). If anyone is interested in filhng any of these positions, please contact the Chapter president or vice presidents. We will also be losing some of the other members as they leave Japan but the good news is that other Alumni should also be artiving. Please bring a fellow grad to the next luncheon and spread the word about the Tokyo Bay Chapter.

After the opening remarks, the Chapter President introduced the guest speaker, CAPT Robert Sweeney '75, commander. Military Sealift Command Far East.

CAPT Sweeney provided an informative overview of his command and MSC operations.

Bob Sweeney '75. Commander Military Sealift Command Far East speaks at USNA AA Tokyo Bay Chapter luncheon on 19 April.

May Meeting The USNA A A Tokyo Bay Chapter met for lunch on 17 May 2001 at the Officers' Club at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka. The following Alumni were in attendance: RADM Joseph Enright '71, Dave Pashkevich '81, Pat Roane '81, Tony Smith '82, Nolan Villarin '82, Jon Yuen "83, Mike Chase '84, Jim Reich '86, Kim Nikodym '88, Renee Cornett '90, Peter Smith '90, and Pete Heffem '98.

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BZ to all those who attended! Due to operational commitments, there were only two ships in port Yokosuka, conn-ibuting to the small but highly energetic and enthusiastic crowd. There was a threeway tie in the competition for the Class with the most representation: '81,'82, and "90. BZ to CDR Tony Smith '82 and Nolan Villarin "82 for wearing dieir nametags. CDR Dave Pashkevich '81 recommended a clip on nametag to prevent minor uniform change.

Nolan Villarin "82 polled the group on if there was any interest in having a dinner for Alexander Plumer, a high school student in Tokyo who received an appointment to USNA. Renee Comett '90 suggested the dinner be held at the New Sanno Hotel and if there was enough interest, a 15-passenger van could be rented from MWR for transportation to the hotel. Tony Smith "82 also mentioned that HM3 Howie Cheng from KITTY HAWK has also received an appointment to NAPS, in addition to OS2 Marce. Stand by for more info on the dinner at the New Sanno Hotel to celebrate their acceptance into the Class of "05/"06 (ouch!) and to give them an appropriate send off to Annapolis.

Congratulations to Mr. Mike Chase '84, who was elected the new Tokyo Bay Chapter Secretary, taking over for Kirk Benson " 87. Kirk is leaving Japan to become the CO of the Reserve Center in Green Bay, WI. Congratulations are also in order for Pete Heffern '98, who was elected as the Chapter Treasurer, relieving Jim Reich '86.

Jim will be departing Japan and heading to the Strategic Systems Project Office in D.C. Fair winds and following seas to both Kirk and Jim! They did an outstanding job as the inaugural Chapter Secretary and Treasurer!

A Webmaster for the design and development of the Tokyo Bay Chapter is still needed but Matt Licholai '85 appears to be the front mnning candidate. He just needs to get final approval from his boss, Tony Smith '82, chief staff officer for MSC Far East.

The Tokyo Bay Chapter is still exploring the idea of having a luncheon at NAF Atsugi and possibly a golf toumament afterwards. CAPT Tank McNamara '76 is the CO of NAF Atsugi and has expressed an interest hosting an event. This will most likely occur during one of the summer months.

The next luncheon is tentatively scheduled for 28 June at the Officers' Club. However, this may be mmed into a dinner to celebrate the fumre Plebes "05 (ouch!) from Japan. Stand by for more info.

The guest speaker was RADM Enright '71, Commander Submarine Group Seven, who assumed command in March 2001. His talk covered such topics as his family background; tour as chief staff officer on NIMITZ Battle Group in 1996; things he would do if he were a JO now (War College, master's degree, joint tour, D.C. tour); the CNO's top 5 priorities; opinions on the GREENVILLE incident; and the new Submarine Squadron recently stood up in Guam.

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Louisville/Southern Indi; CAPT Gregory R. Reinhardt '79, USNR 712 Talon Place, Louisville, KY 40223-5575 h: 502-244-7707; e: greinhardt@telocity.com Sec'y: Jim Hibbler '87 h: 502-897-6917; e: jimhibbler@aol.com

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LOUISIANA SE LA/SW MS Gulf Coist (ftWTJierly New Orleans) Chapter LCDR Milt Jones '61, USN (Ret.) 1632 General Taylor St., New Orleans, LA 70115 h: 504-895-8445; e: mhjones61@aol.conv CDR Joseph A. Grace Jr. '80, USNR 15 Allard Blvd. New Gleans, LA 70119 h: 504-486-9040; e: jgrace@notc.org Although attendance was not as large as could have been desired because of a variety of unfortunate schedule conflicts, the 19 April Chapter luncheon in the PlimsoU Club was certainly a success by any measure other than gross numbers. The food and company were great, but the video presentation put together by Forrest Kirk '74, detailing the USNA Gospel Choir's Spring Break tour to the New Orleans and Pensacola areas, was even better Following Fortest at the speaker's podium was CAPT Jeffrey Sapp '77, special assistant to the Dean of Admissions and until recently assistant director of athletics and head of the Physical Education Department at USNA. CAPT Sapp provided a unique motivational show (calling it simply a "speech" would not do his performance adequate justice) that may well be the subject of talk in the Chapter for several years to come!

The Louisiana and Mississippi USNA Parents Clubs were invited to the Chapter's April luncheon and we had the pleasure of several of their members in attendance. Honored guests of the Chapter were Captain Jack McGarry, commanding officer of the Naval Support Activity (NavSuppAct) and Naval Station at Algiers Point, Commander Virgil Tillman, chaplain of NavSuppAct, Fr. Joseph Doyle, president of St. Augustine High and Fr. Antonio McGuinn, president of Jesuit High School, plus one Midshipman candidate.

Even more important than the direct impact of his talk. Captain Sapp's visit triggered a request for him to speak to all the assembled New Orleans School District guidance counselors at their "appreciation day" on 4 May.This was a very successful event in which CDR Joe Grace '80 and Candidate Guidance representative CAPT Tom Cruser '69 also participated, along with Blue & Gold Officer (BGO) Area Representative Captain "Skip" Paul. This event has led in tum to invitations from several of the high schools for participation in the USNA Candidate Awareness Program for later this year.

On the same days (3 and 4 May), Milt Jones '61 was back at USNA at the annual Chapter President and Board of Tmstees meeting in Annapolis. Read all about this event either in Shipmate or at the Alumni Association Web site at www.usna.com.

The Chapter also took part in U.S. Representative David Vitter's "Academy Day" at Mandeville High School on 29 April with Candidate Guidance representative CAPT Tom Cruser '69 and BGO Captain Lester Alfortish participating.

It was reported by Co-Chair Milt Jones '61 that Louisiana House resolution 394 (specialized USNA license plates for autos) had passed the House on 29 March and had been sent to the Louisiana Senate for approval (Chapter membership was asked to contact their State Senators to urge approval).

Elected unanimously as new Chapter Secretary/ Treasurer was Doug Schutz '87 (schutzd@ saic.com). He can be contacted at home: 344 South Peters Stieet, Loft 13, New Orieans, LA 70130; 504566-7678. Doug works at SAIC as the Data Center Operations Manager for the Entergy Program and can be contacted at 504-263-6646.

The New Orleans area has been specially designated for accelerated integration into the new Candidate Guidance Program. We are scheduled for a visit on 20 and 21 September. Please be prepared to get out and assist Tom Cruser '69 (the Chapter's Candidate Awareness representative), Joe Grace '80 and Milt Jones '61 with implementing this very worthwhile program, which has as its sole objective the increasing of the number and competitiveness of highly-qualified applicants to USNA from the New Orleans/Gulf Coast area.

MARYLAND Annapolis Chapter Joseph P. Ferrara Jr. '65^ ^ 902 Ravelston Terrace Arnold, MD 21012 h: 410-757-7760; e: pferrara@aol.com The Spring Fling was a rousing success this year.

Still getting photos developed, so look for a picture of our Annapolis area Mids in the next issue.

The slate of candidates was approved without dissent. The officers and Council members for 20012002 are: Phil Fertara '65, pres.; Bill Ostendorff '76, VP; Mike Collins '84, secretary; Kristi Watt '92, tteasurer council members: Tom Ross '50, Tom Sinnott '58, Rob Bosworth '64, Steve Laabs '64, Sean O'Donnell '89, Jim Minderlein '65, and Bill Caiazza '66.

We had several great programs last season, with a mixture of breakfast, lunch, and dinner events.

We often drew 100 guests. We are excited about besting those events.

We welcome any suggestions for Chapter programs. Anyone who has ideas for the upcoming 2001-2002 season that they would like to suggest is welcome to call, email or post Phil Ferrera, Tel: 410-757-7760, email: PFERRARA65@aol.com, or address: 902 Ravelston Tertace, Amold, MD 21012.

The Council had its first planning meeting for the upcoming year on 16 July (after this issue went to press) and our tentative plans, schedules, etc will be promulgated soon.

We look forward to another great year Thanks for your help.

Phil

Baltimore Chapter CDR Steve G. Young '84, USNR c/o Morgan Stanley 11311 McConnick Road, Hunt Valley, MD 21031 w: 410-229-8206 e: Steven.G.Young@msdw.com

Greater Southem Maryland Chapter Jack Pappas '61 RO. Box 154, Dowell, MD 20629-0154 h: 410-326-5496; e: jpappas@erols.com http://www.navyalumni.org The GSMC hosted another event in its leadership luncheon series when, on 22 February, the Chapter welcomed Mr. Joe Sweeney '74, LockheedMartin Joint Strike Fighter test pilot, to address the Chapter. Joe provided an interesting presentation on the JSF program and on Lockheed-Martin's entry into the competition for the next generation strike-fighter aircraft. The luncheon was held at the Cedar Point Officers Club onboard NAS Patuxent River, the location where Lockheed-Martin and

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MINNESOTA Upper Midwest Chapter Darrel Gonyea '61 1053 Peninsula Point Road Shakope, MN 55379 w: 612-882-1112; e: GON"reALAND@aol.com

MISSOURI Greater Kansas City Metro Chapter Joe Sweeney and Jack Pappas at Greater Southem Maryland Chapter luncheon

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Michael L. Mowins '79 41 Mount Vemon Street #2 Gloucester, MA 01930 h: 978-281-5707; e: mmowins@aasp.net

Kyle E. Martin '74 16901 Meadow Lane Belton, MO 64012-4112 w: 913-498-8088; e: kmartin@mileposti-ans.d i>milepostrans.dKn Sec'y: Joe Spencer '92 e: jspencer@go-onpoint.com

St. Louis Chapter LCDR Ronald M. HiU '70, USN (Ret.) 1026 Parkwatch Drive Ballwin, MO 63011-3642 h: 636-207-9376; e: rmaxhill@aol.com Corr Sec'y/Treas: Michael Dunham '70 10423 Willowdale Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 h: 314-432-8598; e: niikedunham@earthlink.net It is with profound regret that I must announce the deatii of CAPT John Niesse '50, USNR (Ret.),

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on 4 March 2001, from a vimlent form of brain cancer after a valiant stmggle. John was one of die plank owners of our newly revitalized Chapter in the 1970s and was a past president and current board member. John's funeral was conducted on 12 March 2001 at St. Joseph's Cathohc Church with interment following at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, with full military honors. Our prayers and condolences go out to his wife, Elaine, and his children, John and Ann. The Chapter was honored to provide pall bearers for the services and John Kane '44, Earl Dille '50, Jim Donovan, Assoc, John Boley '63, Jim Checkett '64 and I were those chosen. A most moving tribute to John was provided

by Mike Carnes '74: John was my predecessor, a fewrimesremoved, as the area Blue & Gold coordinator. John was active in Blue & Gold unul last fall and could always be counted on to promote the Academy, John continued to proudly wear the Naval uniform throughout his life, never appearing at a Blue & Gold function in anything but. It was truly an honor to have known John, he will be truly missed by all.

Go with God, shipmate.

On a less somber note, our esteemed Chapter president, Ron Hill '70, has proved that one is never too old to experience a malady that most of us thought we had escaped once we reached the age of 30. While on a recent business trip to Wdmington, NC, on 15 Febmary, Ron had what he thought was heartbum. His "heartburn" tumed out to be a case of appendicitis and Ron was unceremoniously strapped to a gumey, wheeled through the lobby

Detroit. Michigan Chapter

Armapolis author William Martin (center) with L to r: Pete Seibert (corresponding secretary), Len LaPorta (secretary). Martin. Mike Mowins (president), and BUI Malloy (vice president)

MICHIGAN Detroit Chapter Arthur W. Bryant '66 1811 Hollywood Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236-1311 h: 313-885-2174; f: 313-881-2333 e: lynorart@home.com Web site: www.usna.com/Chapters/US/Michigan/ Detroit/default.htm On 6 April the Defroit Chapter hosted a visit to the Deti-oit area by RADM David P. Polatty HI '71, commander. Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, IL, and his lovely wife, Nancy. The moming was reserved for a visit to Focus:HOPE, a major retraining effort for under-skilled people in our area. The highlight of the day was our monthly luncheon at The Dearbom Inn's Ten Eyke Tavem. RADM Polatty met some old Classmates and gave some curtent information on tiaining in the Navy. Following lunch we visited the NROTC Unit at Murray-Wright High School in Detroit where the drill teams put on a wonderful show of precision work. RADM Polatty then gave a stirting talk on education and the Navy followed by questions and answers. In the evening RADM Polatty was the guest speaker at The Michigan ROTC Awards Banquet for all seven Michigan colleges with ROTC programs.

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Detroit Chapter: Paul Richmond '42 and RADM David Polatty '71 having a discussion on who had a real Plebe Year

Those in attendance at the luncheon and pictured from left, front row: Art Bryant '66. Lee Landes. RADM David Polatty '71. Tom Cook '57: second row: Doneta Malinowski. Mike Bennett, Joe Walsh. Paul Richmond "42. Jack Hunt '60. John Mehelas '51; third row: Bob Mabbitt "46. Mike Lanterman '88 (not visible). Bo Kovacinski '71.

Matt Shipley '91. Bill Penn '63. Charies Schott '85. and Jim Acker '66 Shipmate. July-August 20f"

and delivered to a local hospital for removal of the offending appendage. Ron's wife, Mary Ann, went to Wilmington and brought him home following a short recuperation. Ron wants everyone to know that Wilmington is a great place to go if you need emergency surgery. Thanks, Ron. (I think!)

The 2 March happy hour at the VFW was well attended and in addition to Ron, those present were: Dorothy and John Kane '44, Dan Sullivan '56, Larry Meyer '67, Mike Dunham '70, Kathy and John Winkler '85, and Julie Zavodny '95. Dan wanted to let everybody know that the Fifth Annual All Academies Soccer Toumament will be held at the St. Louis soccer park, Fenton, MO, with Navy vs. Air Force on 28 September 2001 and Navy vs.

Wright State on 30 September 2001. 29 September is scheduled as a smdy day for Navy but preparations are underway to have a banquet that night where alumni from the three schools can meet and support their teams. Keep in mind that this is the only time those of us in the mettopohtan area will be able to see a squad wearing Navy on their uniforms. Come out and support these ladies, they are an impressive bunch. Larry Meyer's daughter. Colleen, was recendy promoted to Captain, USA, with the 82nd Airborne Div. in Fort Bragg, NC, and Larry and Madge are justifiably proud as well they should be.

My daughter, Alexandra, is an MP assigned to a Missouri ANG unit in St. Louis and our daughters' service affihation makes for some interesting discussions during the Navy-Army game. John Winkler '85 is a recently frocked Commander, USNR, and XO of VAW-77 based in Atianta. John was also recently promoted to captain with Southwest Airlines and he is based in St. Louis. Julie Zavodny "95 is now working as a designer at Watiow Electric in St. Louis where Tim Scheib '73 holds a management position in a different department.

On 8 March 2001, the Chapter officers and board of directors, joined by past presidents Jim Checkett "64 and Mary Kay and Rick Roustio '78, met to schedtde our activities for the remainder of the year.

Here is the list: Golf Scramble, 18 May, at the Sunset Hills Country Club; June Week Midwest (new) June 2001, exact date TBA; Chapter picnic, 8 September 2001, Willowbrook Clubhouse; Women's soccer (see preceding paragraph); Founder's Day, 13 October 2001, University Club; Navy-Army, 1 December 2001, America's Pub. 1 would like to thank Phil Saunders '62, Terry Councilor '70, Bob Berger '70 and Chuck Stout '70 for contributing to this article.

Please come out and support your activities, this Chapter is only as good as you make it! Finally, for those of you that abused me so unmercifully about Shipmate moving me to Kansas City in March; I remember.

On 4 May 2001, the All Service Academies Golf Toumament was held at the Sunset Lakes Golf Club in St. Louis. The Naval Academy was proudly represented by John Kane '44, Phil Duckett '52, Dick Padberg '54, Dan Sullivan '56, Phil Saunders '62, Jim Checkett '64, Tom Abemathy '71, and Skip Giessing '73. The Navy contingent was victorious across the board. Our men won the low score, longest drive (Skip) and, of course, the post-toumament party! Army sent a good number of players this year, a ttend that we hope continues. The monthly happy hour was also held on 4 May and the non-golfers present were Mike Dunham '70, Jeff Bennett '86 and Julie Zavodny '95.

Mike Dunham was honored to represent the Chapter on 24 May at a ceremony in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery commemorating 119 Navy, Marine Corps and Army POWs buried in a Shipmate, July-August 2001

mass grave in section 85. These men were murdered by their Japanese guards on the Island of Palawan in December 1944. A compelling speech was made by a Marine survivor of the massacre, one of only four living survivors of the incident. The ceremony was conducted by the 4th Marine Regiment Association (China Marines).

On Saturday, 26 May 2001, at 10 a.m., the Chapter placed flowers on the graves of three of our valiant shipmates buried in Jefferson Bareacks National Cemetery. A description of these men and their actions follows: CDR George M. Brooke '21, Navy Cross. Captain of LUZON (PR-7). Brooke was captured after the surtender of the Phillippines and endured 33 months of brutal captivity before succumbing to disease and wounds received on the Japanese "Hell Ships" ORYOKO MARU and ENOURA MARU. Of

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men loaded on these ships on 13 December 1944, only about 400 reached Japan alive on 28 January 1945. Of those that reached Japan, 150 died within one month. George Brooke died on 28 February 1945. CDR Brooke is buried in section 82 among over 100 American, British, Australian and Dutch POWs who died in Japanese hands.

LTJG Donald W. Hamilton '38. Engineering Officer, PEARY (DD-226). LTJG Hamilton was severely wounded when PEARY was bombed by Japanese aircraft at Cavite, PI on 10 December 1941. He was transferred to Stemberg Hospital in Manila and was captured on 1 January 1942, after Manda was declared an open city. His captivity closely followed that of George Brooke, including incarceration on the same two "Hell Ships."

LTJG Hamilton died in Japan on 3 February 1945.

He is buried with George Brooke in section 82.

There is no record of any decoration received by LTJG Hamilton, not even a well deserved Purple Heart, because his ship was sunk in Darwin Harbor, Australia, in February 1942 with the loss of the entire officer complement and 80 out of 120 enlisted men.

CDR Bruce A. Van Voorhis '29, CO VB-102.

Medal of Honor (posthumous). On 6 July 1943, CDR Van Voorhis took off in a PBY at night in severe weather for a 700-mile flight to attack a Japanese base on Greenwich Island, Solomons.

The Japaneses were using the base as a relay point to attack Allied forces engaged in the invasion of New Georgia. Upon his arrival, CDR Van Voorhis encountered heavy anti-aircraft fire and unexpected fighter opposition. Despite the odds he executed six ground-level bombing and strafing attacks until, caught in one of his own bomb blasts, his aircraft crashed. He is buried with his entire crew in section 79.

Chapter members present were Dvtight Caldwell '66, Mike Dunham, Ron Hill '70, Chris Craig '72, Mike Games ' 74, Jeff Bennett ' 86 and Tom Lo Russo (A) as well as Linda Caldwell and representatives of the VFW. Flowers were placed on the grave of George Brooke and Don Hamilton by Dwight and Jeff, senior and junior Alumni present. Mike Games and Ron did the same for Bmce Van Voorhis. Appropriate honors were rendered at both sites and the ceremony was concluded with the following quote: "They shall grow not old. as we that are left grow old, age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn; at the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them."

"DEKA" Mike Dunham '70

NEBRASKA Omaha Chapter CAPT Dennis R. Fox '79, USN 2113 Christine Street Papinion,NE 68133 h: 402-597-8862; w: 402-294-3722 e: fox79@hotmail.com Sec'y: LCDR Chris Verdoni '88 4605 Longview Street Papillion,NE 68133 h: 402-292-3230; w: 402-294-8309 e: cverdoni@email.msn.com

NEVADA Las Vegas Chapter Bradley Carlson '91 2246 Darwin Circle Henderson, NV 89014-3105 h: 702-433-7248; w: 702-433-2100 e: BCarlson@goidc.com April Meeting Las Vegas Chapter meets monthly at a luncheon, usually on the third Tuesday of the month, (11:30 a.m.-l :30 p.m.). The meeting place has been Landry's Seafood House, 2610 West Sahara Avenue; however, the Chapter held a social at the home of Jean and Dwight Crevelt '79 in Winterwood on 17 April. A catered Mexican supper and lots of smooth Margaritas from Dwight's slurpee machine made for a festive occasion. Besides the host and hostess, Dwight and Jean Crevelt, in attendance were; Joey and Bob Border '39; Bette and Frank Sain '49; Sylvy and Bob Titus '49; Betty and Hal Lewis '52; Nancy and Hugh Benton '52; Joan and Jim Stephens '53; Marilyn and Denny Huff '58; Bucky Buchanan '58, and Tessa and Brad Carlson '91.

At the social, President Brad Carlson announced that donations to the Chapter USNA Summer Seminar Fund are now approaching $1,500. This amount will allow the Chapter to sponsor two local high school students and send them to the Academy this coming summer to participate in the program. He also announced that one of the students the Las Vegas Chapter sponsored previously in the Summer Seminar program has now been accepted at USNA for the Class of 2005.

May Meeting Attending the May meeting were: Bob Border '39, Ken Ruiz '43, Bill Lewis '45, Jack Raftery '47, Bob Titus '49, Frank Sain '49, Hal Lewis '52, Hugh Benton '52, Denny Huff '58, Dave Shapland '66, Ed Carlton '71, Dwight Crevalt '79, Brad Carlson '91, and Tessa Carlson '91. Word at the luncheon was that Bucky Buchanan '58 is going to get married in Zululand (Africa) but no specifics on time or placeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or dress. Pass the word Bucky!

Was the dowry really six goats?

This year our Chapter will have provided scholarships to five Southem Nevada students to attend the USNA Summer Seminar program. The Chapter covers the fees for all five plus contributes some funds toward airfare for each. Over $ 1800 was contributed toward this cause by the Chapter members.

The students, who will hopefully become future Mids, are: Patrick Vincent, Chariell Smith, Laura Montoya, Jack Martinelli, and Geoffrey Bauchman.

This is the third year the Chapter has offered these scholarships; the first year one student was sponsored, last year the Chapter sent three, and this year upped the ante to five. As awareness of the Sum197

mer Seminar Program has increased, so has the demand for sponsorship. With the growth in interest, Tessa Carlson is leading the effort to refine the procedures for selecting the students to be awarded our Chapter scholarships next year...a nice challenge.

Bob Titus '49, Corresponding Secretary nevadabob49 @juno. com

NEW MEXICO Albuquerque Chapter Michael J. Petrofes '80 1916 Momingside Drive NE AlbuquerquerNM 87110 h: 505-255-4253; 1 e: pett-ofes@flash.net

NEW YORK Capital District Chapter LCDR Thomas M. Owens '84, USNR 205 Colonial Avenue Albany, NY 12208-2404 h: 518-446-9278; e:towens@uswired4ed.net

Metro New York Chapter RADM Henry F. White Jr. '68, USNR PO. Box 800, Bronx, NY 10471-0800 p: 718-549-2177; e: hfwhite@iicl.org Chapter Hothne: 1-800-234-USNA Web site: www.NAANY.org

Western New York Chapter CAPT Nelson A. Blish '69, USNR (Ret.) 3840 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14618-3729 h: 716-248-9739; e: nelson.blish@kodak.com

NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte Chapter Bryan Dolan '76 5629 Laurium Road Charlotte, NC 28226 h: 704-364-6451 Sorry to have missed having any words for the Chapter in the April and May issues; however, in tmth, there was little to report. As 1 write this we are still considering what, if anything, to do about a "Plebe" Picnic this year inasmuch as we have only one new Plebe from our area and he will actually be entering from NAPS. We will be making an effort to get as many as possible to congregate for one of the Charlotte Symphony Summer POPS Concerts at South Park—probably the one nearest 4 July In the March column I promised to get out an updated roster. I have updated everything 1 can from responses received and asked everyone to let me know whether or not they had Microsoft Excel software installed because the roster is in that spreadsheet format. About 21 of you answered "yes," but for the other 46 that did not answer and the five whose email addresses "bounced," I have no clue.

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out as Excel spreadsheet attachments to an email and hope that most of you acmally are able to pull it down. There will have been two attachments— one with home address info and one with business info. The home one will print on 8 1/2" x 11" but the business one is on 8 1/2" x 14". If anyone has a clue as to the whereabouts of those whom I have not been able to contact, please let me know. They are: Jack Brown (Class unknown). Rick Eitel '89, Roger Patterson '82, Don Schleicher '84, and Frank T. Street '46.

Though most of you probably never met Harrison F. Hassenplug '45,1 wanted you to know he passed away 25 March. Fred lived in Rock Hill with his wife, Louise, from whom I received a note telling me of his death and commenting that his Classmates had sent a beautiful floral wreath. Fred attended functions "early on" (as Louise said in her note) but had to curtail participation when driving at night became a problem for them. He served in submarines in World War II, received a master's degree in mathematics from Purdue and taught math at Winthrop College for 19 years until 1985.

And once again—don't forget the informal luncheon gatherings on the third Friday at Sheraton Four Points on McDowell Stieet. See you there.

Tom Hutchins cthmph @ bellsouth. net 704-375-9046

Piedmont Triad Chapter

In May, LyIe Burnham '80 presented Chapter awards to three local high school sophomore NJROTC cadets for their outstanding performance and leadership. We then hosted diem and their parents at our June lunch. As always, it is a pleasure to see motivated youth taking an interest in a naval career We are enjoying increased attendance at our monthly lunches. The attendees in June were: Jim Brown '35, Bill Benedict '42, Ben Tertell '47, Jim Mellencamp '48, Bill Hoff '49, Charles Paddock '51, Bill Smith '51, Lorretta and Bion Bierer '53, Milt Forsyth '57, Paul Stiller '58, Gary Chapel '61!

Chuck Adams '63, Andy Finlayson '66, Tom Runkle '66, Tom Leiser '67, Tom Pitman '69, Dave Clement '81, Jenifer Clement '81, JD Cunninham '84, Ken Adams '85, Joe Matza '85, Jim Stewart '88, and Candi Cunninham '94.

The Chapter meets for lunch on the first Friday of each month at Newton's Southwest Restaurant, at the Harrison Street exit of 1-40 in Gary. For membership information, call Joe Matza at 919816-8050.

O H I O Cincinnati/Northern K Y Chapter Michael F. Simon '73 757 Maidstone Court Cincinnati, OH 45230-3827 h: 513-231-3174; e: msimon757@aol.com

LtCol Gary L. Beaver '77, USMCR 10 Silver Oak Court Greensboro, NC 27455 h: 336-288-8792 e: gbeaver@adamskleemeier.com

Triangle Chapter Dr. Helmuts Feifs '66 Festive Fen Acres 6242 Dello Street, Durham, NC 27712 h: 919-477-3148 e: vanags@mindspring.com This spring has been an active season for the Triangle Chapter We are wrapping up a very successful yearly membership drive and looking forward to welcoming several new members.

Below, winners of the Annual Tri-Service Academy Golf Toumament proudly displaying their trophy!

Navy triumphed at the Annual All Service Academy Golf Toumament organized by Chuck Adams '63. Despite thunderstorms shortening the event to seven holes everyone enjoyed the spirit and rivalry!

North Carolina Triangle Chapter

Cleveland Chapter CAPT A.O. Rule ffl '50, USNR (Ret.) 90 Pheasant Run Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 h: 440-247-4379; w: 440-247-5100 x328 e: mlein@aol.com

Columbus/Central Ohio Chapter CAPT Wm. "Mick" Taylor '68, USMC (Ret.) 850 Katherines Wood Drive Columbus, OH 43235 w: 614-416-3501; f: 614-416-3668 e: wmtaylor@greatlandinsurance.com The Chapter met with West Point Alumni at a joint Army-Navy picnic in the park: A family picnic for Alumni, parents. Cadets, Midshipmen, and friends of the service academies. The weather was beautiful on Samrday, 9 June 2001 when we gath-

L to r: Chuck Adams '63, Brian VanMetre '61. Dave Miller '70. Jim Mellencamp "48. and Jim Davis '79.

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ered at the Highbanks Meti-opolitan Park located 2-3/4 miles North of the Interstate 270 Beltway on State Route 23. We started gathering at 11:30 a.m. and folks came and went all aftemoon. The Mansion Shelter, which was reserved for us, had everydiing a family could desire for an aftemoon picnic with friends; including a play area for children.

Of particular enjoyment to some of the "old grads" was reminiscing done by members of Classes in the early "50"s in relating the fun they had when going to the other Academy on the exchange weekends. For information to later Class Alumni, in those days, all Midshipmen during their 2/C year went in groups to West Point and spent from Thursday to Sunday as a Cadet. Cadets did the same in visiting Annapolis. We still shudder at having to get up at die call of reveille at West Point, throw on your uniform (and overcoat—it was cold on the banks of the Hudson at 6:15 a.m.), and dash outside for muster formation (in the dark; it was fall), all in diree to five minutes, if one can remember cortectiy!

Talk about waking up! Of course, taking the risk of just putting on your trousers and overcoat to save a minute or two, and gambling that the tactical officer would not be there to inspect to see that you were properly in uniform, was an odds favored risk.

Of equal risk and great fun was switching dress uniforms with a Cadet (they sized West Point companies, and you were placed in a company to fit) and go to the Samrday night ball as a Cadet (while the Cadet was in our uniform as a Mid). And, of course, the wonderment of the West Point Cadet in visiting USNA. We took them out in town to one of our "safe houses," and had wonderful parties. A recollection of one Segundo Cadet's remarks on all this back in "53 was "wowawow!" Things were a httle more remote and restricted at USMA—a big military installation, but no town, let alone state capitol close just outside the installation limits.

USNA had Annapolis, Crabtown; whatever—just outside the Yard (or over the wall). Well, the reminiscing also kept the old grads away from talking too much about aching backs, health in general, and the latest cures and remedies touted by curtent day purveyors of snake oil.

OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City Chapter CAPT Charles C. Coley '34, USN (Ret.) 411 NW 14th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73103-3510 h: 405-235-0234; e: cccusn@aol.com

I\ilsa Oklahoma Chapter CDR Harry V. Rouse IV '77, USN (Ret.) 2623 East 33 Place Tulsa, OK 74105-2334 h: 918-748-8650; e: HVRouse@aol.com

OREGON Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter Bruce G. Thompson '73 ' 8425 N.W. Copeland Street' Portland, OR 97229 h: 503-292-8833; w: 503-226-6491 e: bmce@btelderlaw.com Web site: http://usnaaa.com/Chapters/US/OR April Luncheon The Chapter met for our monthly luncheon on 11 April 2001. Attending the luncheon were: Ken Lissy '45, Jim Leiser '51, Don Beatty '57, Mike Hartman '59, Butch Bewick '62, Jack Kohl '65, Don Haslett '66, Alex "Tex" Harkins '67, Cal Meek '67, Doug Bomarito '68, Joe Kavale '68, Mark Cooksey '71, Bmce Thompson '73, Ken Fink '80, Lee Hall '80, Bmce Angell '81, Mark Middleton '81, Scott Bowmer '87, guest Ted Mayhugh, and Bob Mahoney, USMA 84.

We were extremely pleased to have as our speaker, Mr. Ted Mayhugh whose topic was, "Researching Naval History—Why and How I Did It." Ted has built a memorial on the Intemet to all the

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We were pleased to have as our guests, CAPT Paul Anderson, USN, commanding officer Naval Reserve Center Portland and responsible for Navy activities for the Rose Festival, and Glen and Gaylean Swanson of the U.S. Navy League Blueback Council who are responsible for Navy Rose Festival ship rides. We were also very pleased to have as guests, Isabel and "Swede" Carlson '40 up from Califomia, visiting Deanne and Don Bruce '40. If you read the June 2000 issue of Shipmate, you will recall that it was Swede who, as commanding officer of VA-195, led a division of aircraft that dropped eight torpedoes on the Hwachon Dam in Korea. The successful mission was the only use of torpedoes during the Korean War. The Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter meets for lunch the second Wednesday of every month at The Georgian Room Restaurant, Meier & Frank 10th Floor, Downtown Portland, 6th and Alder, at 11:30 a.m. Please join us. Call Bruce Thompson '73 (503-292-8833) for any additional information, or check our Web site.

Joe Kavale '68

men who served aboard BUSH ( D D - 5 2 9 ) , and in

particular, his father. The Web site, www.

Since this day was the first weekend dry day in USSBush.com, is dedicated to the brief yet active over three weeks of rain every day, we had com- life of BUSH, a Fletcher-class destroyer, commispetition with long overdue yard work, and other sioned 10 May 1943 and sunk by Japanese suicide commitments long put off; however, those that planes 6 April 1945. The site contains deck logs, made it had a fine time. Those attending were Pat photos, crew memories, a glossary of terms, and and Roy Girod '53, Ed Tipshus '54, Karen and other information about BUSH. Ted related to us in Mick Taylor '68, Wayne Hallenbeck '71, Tom detail his experiences working with government Dent '90, Laurie and Brad Johnson '92 (with agencies and many former BUSH crewmen to gather littie Tyra), and Teresa and Matt Edie '92 (with all the material that it took to build his site. Anyone little William). The West Point contingent was who visits the Web site will be moved not only with equally well represented. the sacrifices that the crew of BUSH made, but also Ed Tipshus '54 with the work that Ted put in to build such an impressive site.

Personal Notes Toledo Chapter Attending the luncheon for the first time were Robert J. Lauer '45 Lee Hall '80 and Bruce Angell '81.

3825 Sulphur Spring Road May Luncheon Toledo, OH 43606-2325 The Chapter met for our monthly luncheon on 9 h: 419-536-4462; w: 419-475-2061 May 2001. Attending the luncheon were: Deanne e: ijonlauer@aol.com and Don Bmce '40, Isabel and "Swede" Carlson '40, Ken Lissy '45, Dave Beadling '48, John Frerichs '50, John DeZell '55, Jake McMichael '58, Michael Hartman "59, Butch Bewick "62, Jack Kohl '65, Don Haslett '66, C R . "Ike" Eisenbach '67, Alex "Tex" Harkins '67, Joe Kavale '68, Mark Cooksey '71, Skip Phipps '73, David Jensen '77, Ken Fink '80, Mark Middleton '81, Doug Cooper '86, Scott Bowmer '87, Todd Washbum '93, Guests CAPT Paul Anderson USN, Glen Swanson, Class/Chapter

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Gaylean Swanson, and Matt Eisenbach. With no speaker scheduled, all the luncheon attendees were able to chat with each other, and in the process swap many an old "academy" tale. Butch Bewick '62 read the list of seven names of individuals from Oregon who have accepted either an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy Class of '05, or via Naval Academy Preparatory School, the Class of '06. In that group was Matt Eisenbach, son of CR. "Ike" Eisenbach '67, who will be attending NAPS, and entering USNA with the Class of '06. To send Matt off to school in the proper frame of mind, and to illustrate the sense of camaraderie that exists amongst Naval Academy Alumni, Don Bruce '40, with his wonderful baritone voice, led the group in singing The Navy Blue and Gold. At the end of the meeting, Alex "Tex" Harkins '67 completed his year as our President and tumed over the reins to Bruce Thompson '73. Great job, Tex! Personal Notes

PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia Chapter Paul James '81 323 Minuteman Drive, Collegeville. PA19426-3494 1-800-699-2466, Mailbox #81USNAPhil e: USNAPhil@Yahoo.com http://www.usna.com/Chapters Upcoming Events sponsored by USNA AA of Philadelphia: 9 Sept.: Blue Angels, NAS-JRB Pool Party 30 Nov.: A-N Football Gala, Philadelphia 1 Dec: A-N Football Game, Philadelphia USNA AA of Philadelphia events will be preceded by a mailing to dues paid members. Anyone interested in helping to run events throughout the year, please contact Keith Smith '74 at KSmith@Prodesco.com.

Blue Angels Pool Party: The Annual Air Show and Pool Party has been moved to Sunday, 9 September This is a free family event. The Chapter will provide beer and soda. Bring your own picnic lunch. Meet at the Orion Club Pool at NAS-JRB, Willow Grove. Please RSVP with number attending by calling 1-800-699-2466, Mailbox #81USNAPhil.

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News Input: Philadelphia Chapter news input for Shipmate should be emailed to Paul H. James '81 at USNAPhil@yahoo.com or call 1-800-My-Yahoo (1-800-699-2466), press # and enter 81USNAPhil (818-762-7445).

Skip Dittmann '67 leads the Parent Sound Off

Dean of Academics. RADM William C. Miller '62

Parent sound off by Steve Maloney '78 and Mary Jane

Appointees to the Class of '05

Nancy Chuday presents the Richard J. Chuday '54 Memorial Award

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Parents sounding off

Pittsburgh Chapter William E. Otto '71 4105 Tartan Court Murrysville, PA 15668-1045 h: 724-325-4281; w: 412-856-3500 e: Figaro4105@aol.com

PHILIPPINES Philippines Chapter CAPT Rafael V. Dacanay '76, PN " 1 ' ^ ^ Apt. F5E JOQ, Bonifacio Naval Statipn '^^if'' Makati City, Phihppines y h-632-894-4121; w/f: 632-815-3420 x64: e: rvd76@yahoo.com Sec'y: LCDR JuHanito Bucayan '85, PN Head, Info Systems Office AFPRSBS, Camp Aguinaldo, QC p: 911-4071 x275; e: jun@nisf.mil.ph and mleague@compass.com.ph The relatively peaceful 2001 elections in the Philippines hopefully ushers in more stability. Most of us, to be sure, are not happy with the result which shows that a high literacy rate does not necessarily mean an ability to choose wisely, popularity and name recall being more important than qualification and potential of the candidates.

Congratulations to Joseph Emilio "Jun Jun" A Abaya '88 on his recent marriage (24 May 2001, Feast of Mary Help of Christians) to Maria Rowena L Abesamis which was officiated at the Saint John Bosco Parish Church, Makati City. Included in the wedding party as sponsors were former Philippine Prime Minister Cesar E A Virata (a grand uncle of the groom). Executive Secretary Renato S de Villa (a former Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines as well as former Philippine Defense Secretary) and Maj Gen Narciso L Abaya (USMA'71) (an uncle of the groom).

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career with the Class of 1959 at the Philippine Military Academy.

Former three-term Congressman Roy Golez '70 has, as expected, begun a colorful and important role in the Philippine administration as national security adviser to the president. He will certainly make that cabinet position more significant in its role in establishing peace and security in the country and region.

Vic Brillantes '56 has been unusually quiet lately and just enjoying the fruits of his success in the shipping industry contributing towards making the country number one in seafaring and number 13 in international ship tonnage worldwide.

Max Mejia '88 continues on his third year as a faculty member in the World Maritime University at Malmo, Sweden, seconded by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). The Coast Guard has been selected by Max as his permanent service when the PCG separated from the Philippine Navy in 1998. The separation project actually was initiated by Chuck Agustin '60 during his incumbency as its commandant (1990-1993), an idea nurtured through long association with the USCG and the Japan Maritime Safety Agency (JMSA, now Japan Coast Guard) when he was chief of staff and later deputy commandant of the PCG in 1980 to 1985 and with the Indonesian Directorate General for Sea Communication (DGSC) during his incumbency as CPCG. Max served as flag secretary to Chuck Agustin.

A wise choice, since perhaps the Navy is too small for the two '88ers. After all, with its separation, the CPCG position now becomes a three star position, equal with the PN. Additional News Finally got hold of Benny Lomotan '60, who has almost vanished. The occasion was a small gettogether on the visit of ADM Ron Hays '50 (one of ADM Dick Macke '60's predecessors at CinCPac), where we got the new National Security Adviser to our President Gloria Arroyo, Sec'y.

Roy Golez '70 to host a dinner (29 May 2001).

Present, aside from the two were: Alex Melchor '52 (former under secretary of defense and later executive secretary under Ferdinand Marcos and ambassador to the former USSR under Corazon Aquino), Victor Mamon '61 (18th Company), now deputy administrator of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Chuck Agustin '60, chairman of the Maritime League, and Bienvenido "Bing" Alano '71, a former customs collector and later Deputy Commissioner of Immigration during the Aquino administration.

ADM Hays is a consultant of Parsons Intemational among others, and visits Manila regularly.

Dick Macke '60 is also an occasional visitor in Manila, where he often touches base with his Classmates Chuck Agustin and Benny Lomotan.

We had not seen Benny for about a year, but except for the whitish hair, he looked very fine. He still has not gotten reconnected on the Intemet. We didn't have much time, as it was a late dinner, and he had to run right away. He has an 8-year-old son (whom he brought to Annapolis during his 35th reunion in 1995). He works as an independent consultant, and lives around trendy Ortigas Center in Mandaluyong City in Metro Manila.

The idea of having such a dinner was initiated

by Bobby Lim'42, who however could not make it on that date as he was on a visit in Mindanao. Shipping magnate Vic Brillantes '56 missed the occasion because of his busy schedule.

We got a brief email from Ty and Don Koch '53 who were traveling (but did not say where), but finally captured their email address. One thing sure: both are the first to confirm their attendance in the forthcoming Army-Navy Game reunion with the Woo Poos in Manila on 1 December 2001.

The eldest daughter of the late Willy Viray '56, Vicky Viray Mendoza, works at the Intemational Finance Corporation (IFC), a World Bank affiliate.

She has suddenly turned amateur video-journalist when she decided to collaborate with a few colleagues, mostiy college associates, to do a film on the Bataan Death March (1941). Her account on her preparations: Yesterday 1 went ahead and purchased a semi-pro Sony DCR-TRV120 digital 8 camera. It is rated no. 3 among all DV camcorders. The first placer is a pro model CX2000 and really neat, but would be too heavy for a girl to carry. The second placer is a Canon model, but 1 wanted to get a Sony. I also have a tripod ready.

By end of this week, I will be complete with my needs for the camera peripherals (mic, adaptor, film, battery, firewire, lights) and air tickets. I also did not want to scrimp on the camera because we are kinda planning to write and help with the next film.

This time it's for Chary. She wanted to finish her document on the Filipino comfort women. It is half complete, only has interviews, no narratives.

I think it would be a good follow-through to the Bataan film. But I have not forgotten your suggestion to make the Bataan film into a book.

Chary has passed on the journal entries of Commodore Alcaraz to her editorial staff to be translated into "film" language in the script. But the em-journals will also be separately compiled on CD in a Powerpoint slideshow format for future readers.

USNA Graduates gather in Manila after a luncheon at the Manila Yacht Club. L to r: Mr. Joel Yuvienco. Dan Gruta '86, Chuck Agustin '60, Albert Carios "89, and Commodore Frank Tolin. PN (Ret.).

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Next week. I might be silent because I will be practicing like hell to handle the camera for the interviews as 1 am only pitching in for Chary who will be filming in Manila by then. She demands a clear stable picture, with perfect lighting, no hiss nor hums, and I have to meet her standards otherwise it will show when she splices her interview takes with mine.

We will be using Susan"s composition as the musical background. It will be in violin, played by a professional firom Kawit. Hopefully, the sound effect will be like the theme of Deerhunter, an eerie feeUng of impending doom. At the end of the film, will be a poem/prayer which I will compose.

In the course of Vicky's research, she had come across some accounts from a U.S. Army retired major, Richard M. Gordon, a survivor of the battie and fall of Bataan and the Death March (where thousands of Philippine and American ttoops perished), correcting some ertoneous historical accounts. Most of the facts reported by Gordon in a recent article have been confirmed by Filipino veteran Commodore Ramon A. Alcaraz, a Class of 1940 graduate of the Philippine Military Academy, now living in Los Angeles.

We wish "Vicky good luck on this woittiwhile endeavor.

RECREATIONAL = VEHICLE ^litilff\ American Chapter ^"^SSISBI^^^P CAPT James N. Roberts '59, USN (Ret) 152 Springlakes Drive, Martinez, GA 30907 h: 706-860-6430; e: jrobe92528@aol.com To join contact, Sec'y/Tres: LtCol Michael C. Stevens '59, USAF (Ret.) 900 Big Lick Hollow Road New Haven, KY 40051-6211 h: 502-549-3610; e: mstevens@bardstown.com Shipmate inputs to: Mike Stroop '54 138 Cantebury Drive, Madison, AL 35758 e: psttoop@earthlink.net Chapter Web site: www.clik.to/rvnews Come Arounds Schwartz Campground. Dorena Lake in beautiful Oregon. This one has been firmed up for the month of August. Go to the Terry Web for details and curtent info.

Watts Bar Tennessee. Emmy (the boy) has taken over the entire campground for us this year. It will be in the fall, most likely in October This is a wonderful place and not too far for many of our members.

Let's Do Maine. 1 believe that Frank and Marion Conery were surprised at the show of hands when he asked in Kings Bay how many would be willing to come to Maine in the fall. Not sure where the Conerys are at the moment but my guess is that this is on his "to-do list."

The Great Outdoors. Lee and Bev Hebbard have made arrangements at The Great Outdoors for a spring Come Around at this triple ten facility in Titusville, FL, for the spring of 2002. The dates are 13-16 March. We may luck out and get a Space Shuttle Launch from the Cape while we are there.

The view from TGO is great but you can get closer if you like. This might be limited to 20 units with some possibility for a few more if we hit that limit.

Kings Bay. This one is over but go to the Web or check the OTH mail out you should have received months ago. See the picture of all of us coming out of the ground at the sub base entrance! A neat display and a bit of trivia. The sail is from a real boat.

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Recreational Vehicle Chapter aboard BANCROFT at the Kings Bay main gate It's name? GEORGE BANCROFT! Please don't ask, "Who was he?"

Who Is Who? The FBI has asked for our help. It is possible that several of the ten most wanted are posing as members of our Chapter? Recent picmres have been obtained and are posted here.

in that a bone scan was cancer free. I always knew that Marines were tough. Sue is a Marine wife diat could hang in there with the best of them. The Monaghan's had to cancel out of the National in Louisville but have their sights set on Oregon fliis fall. I am betting they will be there, but it would help if we all said a prayer for her in the mean time.

Sec 'y note: It is with regret that we inform you diat Sue Monaghan passed away on 28 June 2()01.

Bardstown We are back and it was great. More about die first National Come Around next month but in die mean time check the Web for Terry's report.

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2556 West Main Road i Portsmoutii, RI 02871 I 401-841-2625 In April, we once again met in the Constellation Room at the Newport O'Club, where the sea stories were flowing, the dinner was great and our guest speaker, Dr Kathy Abbass, was just outstanding.

Her presentation, entitled "Naval History and die Shipwrecks of Rhode Island" kept us all spellbound.

Dr. Abbass is a marine archeologist smd the director of the Rhode Island Marine Archaelogy Project (RIMAP) and the Foundation for the Preservation of Captain Cook's Ships. As the foundation director, she is responsible for all scientific research integrity, administtation and fundraising for the study of HMS ENDEAVOUR and HMS

RESOLUTION. AS the RIMAP director, she is responsible for all fieldwork preparation and execution, fundraising, fraining publications and public outreach; and supervising a team of eight professional archeologists and more than 200 volunteers.

Dr. Abbass's education is as impressive as are her professional responsibilities. After receiving her B.A. in music, she went on to eam her M.A. and Ph.D. in anthropology and subsequentiy did postdoctoral study in maritime history at Harvard University and then at the University of Califomia, Berkeley. Her published works cover a broad spectrum, including examinations of colonial shipwrecks of New York State (French and Indian War); Revolutionary War wrecks of Rhode Island Shipmate. July-August 2001

(British and American); selected shipwrecks of Narragansett Bay and Rhode Island Sound and surveys of Delaware Bay, Long Island Sound and Andros (Bahamas).

Of necessity, this report of our guest speaker's presentation will be unusually brief Although Rhode Island is the smallest state in the country, we have more shipwrecks in our waters than any other state in the Union! Of the four vessels, which made the trip around the world with CAPT Cook in the 18th century, two of them ended up under the waters of Narragansett Bay—RESOLimoN, which was initially identified as ENDE.AVOUR, and ENDEAVOUR. Much of

the efforts of Dr. Abbass's organization are oriented towards the Revolutionary War period. The British occupied Newport in December 1776. Shore batteries and Royal Navy operations in the Bay and the Sakonnet River were designed to blockade American ships which were trapped in Providence. Many of these blockaded ships ran the gauntlet—trying to manage their escape to the open sea via either the Sakonnet River or the West Passage. The blockade enforcers were relatively small—sloops of war, galleys, or fifth or sixth rate frigates.

In 1778, a French fleet came to our shores to help die Revolutionary cause. Their initial destination was New York, but because of difficulties crossing the Sandy Hook sand bar. they shifted operations to Narragansett Bay and Newport. The main fleet remained at the mouth of the Bay while smaller French frigates probed farther north along the west coast of Aquidneck Island. The common mles of the time were to desttoy your ship rather than let it fall into enemy hands. During these operations, four British ships were sunk—LARK of Portsmouth Abby, ORPHEUS off Melville, CERBERUS off Green Lane, and JUNO in Coddington Cove. In addition, several British ttansports (privately owned) were intentionally sunk and successfully denied French access to Newport Harbor The possibility exists that one of these ttansports was originally CAPT Cook's ENDEAVOUR. Dr. Abbass's dynamic presentation was accompanied by a detailed slide presentation which gave us a peek into the fascinating world of what lies hidden beneath Narragansett Bay. It also gave us a unique feel for the elaborate investigation, both underwater and in existing archives of the period, to positively identify these vessels. It was not unusual in that time period for ships to serve under many different names—due to being captured and then placed into service by an enemy— due to being sold by the Navy to civilian owners and then immediately renamed and chartered back into military service, or for several other reasons which just add to the complexities facing today's marine archaeologists.

Dr Abbass entertained a lively Q&A session and promised to pay us a retum visit in another couple of years to give us an update on her mystery investigations.

Joining us for the evening were: Sid Merrill '34 and Terry Winiarski and Brovni Taylor '34; Trina and Tom Weschler '39; Benny and Ken Lyons '46 and Dot and Fred Stevenson '46; Wirt Thayer '47 and Mary Soares, Earle Trickey '47 and Bess and Doc Jex '47; Maggie and Frank Snyder '48; Muriel and Roger Buck '50; Pud and Bob Connelly '52; Anita and Jim Conway '55; Ben Katz '57; Jim Wright '58 and Wayne Robinson '58; Barbara and Joe Strasser '63; Ruth Ann and Vince Mocini '73; and associate members Jack and Mary Burney USMA '46; Fred and Carol-Ann Lantz; George Smith; Glenn Secrest and Charles and Betsey Jauss.

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Our May 2001 dinner meeting was held at the Newport O'Club where we had the pleasure of hosting the 47th President of the Naval War College, VADM Art Cebrowski. VADM Cebrowski holds a BS in mathematics from Villanova University and a MS in computer systems management from the Naval Post Graduate School. He has commanded Fighter Squadron 41 and Cartier Air Wing Eight and GUAM (LPH-9). During Desert Storm, he commanded MIDWAY (CV-41). Following promotion to flag rank, he became commander, Cartier Group Six and commander, America Battle Group. He has flown multiple aircraft, mostly fighters and deployed to all ocean areas. Combat deployments include Vietnam and the Persian Guff. Among his personal decorations are the Defense Distinguished Service Medal; the Distinguished Service Medal; the Legion of Merit (5); the Bronze Star; ten Air Medals and two Navy Commendation Medals with combat "V". He is also the 1991 winner of the John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership.

Admiral Cebrowski addressed the issue of the Navy's need for a 21st Century strategy and then examined the question of what it would look like.

The new sttategy must be an integration of policy issues, operations, coalition operations, tactics and emerging technologies. He pointed out the in the 1970's, the Navy's principal focus was to contain the USSR; in the 8()'s, the focus was on tertorism and Persian Gulf Oil while in the 90's it was on Haiti, the Hom of Africa, the Balkans and Iraq. If, at the beginning of each decade we had tried to predict what our focus should be based on what had happened during the previous decade, we would have been quite wrong. He examined the relationship of economics, including foreign investment in overseas areas and the impact of the NAFTA on what might help define what our future strategy might be. Yet another view of the world examines energy consumption in Asia, and how that might affect our strategy. What is known is that energy consumption in Asia is growing at a phenomenal rate, especially in China. Will China solve her energy needs with coal—she has the largest reserves in the world—or will it be by other means—gas or oil? Coal allows China greater independence, but at a great environmental cost. The dependence on gas or oil means greater need to play by international mles. The message is that there is definitely a connection between military security, economic growth and the energy regime. These too are factors, which affect our future strategy. Another view of the world examines what are described as cultural fault lines—areas where cultural clashes are more likely to occur and yet another factor in national and Navy strategic development. Additional considerations in policy development relate who and where weapons of mass destmction are being developed; to where the major concentrations of shipping and related choke points are. Analysis of these and other factors points out that most of the areas of concem lie on the littoral. This dictates that the U.S. Navy will always be forward deployed and the ships of our Navy must be able to have access to the areas of possible conflict.

VADM Cebrowski went on to point out that to meet this projected strategy does not require a replacement of all of our Navy ships, but instead you can gain fantastic leverage from using networkcentric technology and developing new operational concepts to take advantage of new technology, and finally to develop some new ship types/ hulls to complement that 60% of our fleet which will still be on the front lines in 2020.

Admiral Cebrowski's presentation was followed by a lively Q&A period. A most thought provoking and interesting evening!

Joining us for the evening were: Sid Mertill '34 and Terry Winiarski and Brown Taylor '34 and Sid's guest Renata Adams; Floride and LeRoy Taylor '35; Trina and Tom Weschler '39; Cathy and Tim Moore '45; Benny and Ken Lyons '46, Dot and Fred Stevenson '46; Wirt Thayer '47 and Mary Soares, Mary and Earle Trickey '47; Maggie and Frank Snyder '48, Sumner Moore '48 and Loma and Chantee Lewis '48; Muriel and Roger Buck '50 and their guest Bernadette Bahr; Tom Lyons '52; Jim Conway '55, Anne and Jerry Holland '55; Jim Hogg '56, Jane and Howard Burdick '56; Jo Ann and Bob Loewenthal '57, Ben Katz '57; Pat and Wayne Robinson '58; Barbara and Joe Strasser '63, Virginia and Ray Heins '63; Jay Hickey '80; Gregg Glares '86; Lisa and Tim Culhane '87; Mike '95 and Nora '93 O'Hara and associate members; Fred and Carol-Ann Lantz and Glenn and Ellen Secrest.

Each year at NAPS graduation, that Midshipman Candidate whose academic performance has improved the most over the course of the year, receives a gift certificate to the Midshipman Store from the Newport Chapter of the Alumni Association. On 19 May 2001, Sid Merrill made the presentation to Midshipman Candidate Daniel Cappos on our behalf.

For those passing through, we usually meet on the last Tuesday of Sept-Nov and Jan-June. Spouses, friends, and other service academy grads are welcome. While we encourage membership @ $15 ($7 for active duty), those who are only here for a short time are most welcome without joining.

Ben becat@earthlink.net

SOUTH CAROLINA Charleston Chapter CAPT Joseph C. Gamboa '62, 1672 Seignious Drive Charieston, SC 29407-9661 h: 843-556-5321; e: ananda6662@aol.com http://members.sc.rt.com/mitt/navy

South Carolina Midlands Chapter Rev. Aris P. Metrakos '78 9 Baying Hound Way Blythewood, SC 29016-8743 h: 803-786-8100; e: navyjenkins@mindspring.com Web site: www.members.aol.com/usnaaasc

Palmetto Chapter William B. Swent '88 Leatherwood, Walker, Todd & Mann, PC. 100 E. Coffee Street, PO. Box 87 Greenville, SC 29602-0087 w: 864-242-6440; e: WSwent@LWTM.com

Low Country Chapter Richard L. Weidman '63 5 Spotted Sandpiper Hilton Head, SC 29928 843-363-5216; e: Weidman@Digitel.net

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TENNESSEE Chattanooga Chapter Charles T. Higgins '64 PO. Box 15427 Chattanooga, TN 37415-0427 h: 423-877-0776 x l l ; f: 423-874-0852 r: 423-886-1111; o: 423-877-0776 x l l e: cthiggins64@home.com

Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter CDR A. Jerry Popp '62, USN (Ret.) 23 Riverside Drive Oak Ridge, TN 37830-9001 h: 865-483-0258; e: PoppJ@padiwayb.com

Memphis Chapter CAPT Edward A. Lyons '69, USNR 2557 Park Creek Cove Germantown, TN 38139 h: 901-755-1286

Nashville Chapter CDR John F. Ohlinger '69, USN (Ret.) 880 Lakemont Drive Nashville, TN 37220-2124 h: 615-370-1441; w: 800-242-8613 e: johlinger@worldnet.att.net

TEXAS North Texas Chapter LCDR James M. Bethmann '77, USNR

May Meeting CAPT Jim Boyer '74, spoke about today's Naval ROTC program. Jim will retfre from active duty this summer and will leave Rice University's Navy and Marine Corps ROTC program after mnning it for four years. He ciurentiy is slated to startup a new Navy Junior ROTC program at Spring High School and is looking forward to this new challenge. Jim can be reached at boyerjc @prodigy.net. LT Kelly Frederickson '95 has recentiy reported to the Rice NROTC unit—quite a change from her previous F-14 RIO duties.

Chapter Alumni and Parents' Club Dinner Our annual June dinner for Alumni, spouses, guests, and the local USNA Parents' Club members was held at Brennan's Restaurant on 1 June.

Lynn Wegner '65 opened the evening by welcoming everyone and inttoducing our special guests: George Watt '73, president and CEO of our Alumni Association; Neil Block '61, Centtal Region trustee; Rich Bulger '69, Chapter trustee; Peter VanDerlofske '68, Blue & Gold Area coordinator; Suzie and Jeff Loustaunau '71, former Blue & Gold Area coordinators.

Lynn Wegner also inttoduced: Tom Roscetti, Parents' Club Blue & Gold Rep (father of Christopher Roscetti '00); Joe & Agnes Zarcaro, Parents' Club president (parents of Laura Zarcaro '02). He then inttoduced the parents in attendance who came with their "cmrent-MIDN": Jeff and Christa Slack (parents of Andrew Slack '02); and Rick and Paula Kercheval (parents of Christy Kercheval '03).

Lynn also thanked our Board members for their enthusiastic service during the past year—singling out Rob Brown '65 for organizing tonight's event.

We then had a number of ceremoiual toasts...to the Commander-in-Chief (given by Greg Mather '62), to the Navy (given by Reeves Taylor '53), to the Marine Corps (given by Ed Klein '72), to the Naval Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen (given by Jeff Loustaunau '71), to all those on active military duty around the globe (given by Andrew Slack '02), to the spouses and dates (given

by Peter Van Nort '59), and to our distinguished guests and visitors (given by Fred Schlemmer '65).

The final toast was reserved for the submarine service—Zeb Alford '48 honored the memory of the 52 submarines and their crews that never retumed from pattol during WWII.

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South Texas Chapter CAPT Michael Stoffel '54, USN (Ret.) 520 Nordi River, Seguin, TX 78155 h: 830-379-2373; e: mstoffel@worldnet.att.net

Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Lynn A. Wegner '65 6909 Northhampton Way Houston, TX 77055 h: 713-781-9932; w: 713-263-8001 x265 e: lwegner@rectorseal.com May Luncheon Attendees The following shipmates attended the 4 May meeting: Zeb Afford '48, Bob Kenyon '48, Paul Riley '48, Charlie Chavarria '56, Archie Heckler '57, John Hoh '57, Peter Van Nort '59, Curt Gibby '61, Greg Mather '62, Martin Green '63, Roy Hammock '64, John Kendall '64, Erik Woods '64, Rob Brown '65, Bart Jealous '65, Paul Marshall '65, Fred Schlemmer '65, Peter Van Derlofske '68, Doug Bateman '70, Ed Klein '72, CAPT Jim Boyer '74, Kelly Frederickson '95, and Paul Igane '95.

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The program continued with Christy Kercheval '03 speaking about her experiences at the Academy—including the Sea Trials, and her upcoming Plebe Detail summer. As everyone agreed, a lot of things have changed—but the essence of service and commitment remain.

Our Chapter and its Board of Directors was honored to present Thomas J. Wojciechovcski '69 with our "Alumni of the Year" award (see photo). The framed Certificate of Commendation from the USNA Alutnni Association recognized him for Over 20 years of service and devotion to our Alumni Association, both locally and nationally.

During these years you have taken on the responsibilities of Chapter President and served on the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Board of Directors. You were also elected National Trustee where you served on the Membership Committee. You have maintained your Chapter's database, set up its communications system and have spent many hours over the years emailing important messages and meeting reminders. You have always readily volunteered for any task that would support the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter. Your good character and dependability have contributed greatly to the outstanding reputation that the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter has eamed around the country...

The certificate was signed by Leighton W. Smith '62, Chairman of die Board, and George P Watt.

'73, president and CEO.

George Watt presenting award to Tom Wojciechowski Our guest of honor, and speaker, George P. Watt Jr '73, President and CEO of the Alumni Association was introduced by one of his Classmates, Royce Engler '73 . George was pleased to come back to our Chapter (having celebrated the Academy's 155th birthday with us last October on board TEXAS (BB-35)). During that earUer visit, our Chapter presented him with a certificate, signed by President George W. Bush, then serving as Texas Govemor, proclaiming George Watt's commission into the Texas Navy with the rank of "Admiral."

George tells us that he proudly hangs that certificate in his office. He then spoke about the Academy's legacy and our responsibility to honor and uphold that legacy. In today's smaller Navy, the Academy provides 33% of this year's newly commissioned naval officers—a percentage much higher than twenty years ago. Plus, today's graduates serve in a world of ambiguity—where our military's mission is not always clear. George Watt's remarks were very warmly received by the audience. Afterward, Lyim Wegner '65 presented our Chapter's $500 donation to the Alumni Association to George Watt.

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He is recovering.

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Chapter News On Thursday evening, 31 May, Congressman Kevin Brady, representing the Eighth Distiict of Texas, spoke at a "Welcome Aboard Reception" for die incoming Class of 2005 and 2006 NAPS attendees held at the Second Baptist Church Fellowship Hall in Houston. Peter VanDeriofske '68, Blue & Gold Area coordinator, reported that the event was attended by 280 people representing the 36 local area appointees to the Class of 2005 and 14 appointees to the Naval Academy Preparatory School.

Marty Block '64, Gib Staudt '70, Tom Roscetti (parent of ENS. Chris Roscetti '00) and Tony Kindred (parent of LTJG Jennifer Kindred '99) were recognized for their eff-orts that were above and beyond the call of duty throughout the year.

The "Welcome Aboard Reception" and a 10 June pool party for the new appointees were the culmination of this year's Candidate Cycle for the Class of 2005. The local Blue & Gold Organization consists of 40 Officers who are Alumni, parents of Midshipmen and Naval Reserve Officers. They work directiy with the candidates and are supported in their effort by the USNA Parents' Club and the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of die USNA Alumni Association.

P e t e r Van D e r l o f s k e ( p v a n d e r l o f s k e @ mcghouston.com) is looking for USNA grads who want to volunteer to serve as Blue & Gold Officers in a dynamic organization. Anyone who feels he or she wants to contribute their time to a worthwhile and satisfying endeavor please contact him at 713222-8383 ext. 152 or send him an email.

Business Network Meetings Several of our USNA shipmates are members of The Academy Network (a Houston-based business network group consisting of graduates from USNA, USMA, and USAFA). Our twice-monthly breakfast meetings are held at 7:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday and third Friday of every month at the Metropohtan Racquet Club. Visitors are always welcome.

If you're interested, please call Bart Jealous '65 (281-362-8220), send me an email (kleinl985 @aol.com), or visit our Web site (/www.eacademies.net). Visitors are always welcome.

Chapter Meetings As in prior years, there will be no luncheon meetings in June, July, or August. Chapter meetings are usually held on the first Friday of every month (7 September, 5 October, 2 November, and 7 December) at Brennan's Restaurant (11:30 a.m. refreshments, and noon to 1 p.m. lunch). Of course, "lost" shipmates, spouses and friends of the Naval Academy are always welcome at our monthly luncheons.

Please join us! For any additional information on any item in this column, please call me at (713750-8868) or send an email to kleinl985@aol.com.

Ed Klein '72

UTAH/IDAHO/ MONTANA/WYOMING Intermountain NA Alumni Chapter!

J. Kevin Dolan '71 2415 East 10305 South Sandy, UT 84092-4416 h: 801-942-7240 e: kdolan@fonix.com

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VIRGINIA Blue Ridge Chapter CAPT Roger C. Adams '70, USN (Ret.) 6609 Fairway View Trail, Roanoke, VA 24018 h: 540-989-6198; w: 540-362-7389 e: radams3491@aol.com

Central Virginia Chapter CAPT Anthony A. Hastoglis '55, USN (Ret.) 102 Shawnee Court Charlottesville, VA 22901 -1034 h: 804-973-7846; e: Ahastoghs@compuserve.com

Hampton Roads Chapter CAPT Peter K. Glasier '62, USN (Ret.) 1105 Glenside Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23464 h: 757-467-7476; w: 757-340-6700 e: pete62@erols.com Chapter Social Events The annual Plebe Recognition Dinner was held on 30 May 2001 at the NAS Oceana O'Club. The Chapter plays host to the incoming Plebes from the Hampton Roads area and their families. The event is intended to inttoduce these young people and their families to the Naval Academy "family." A very convivial cocktail hour was followed by dinner, after which the guest speaker, RADM Henry F. White Jr. '68, USNR, deputy commander, U.S. Second Fleet, addressed the assembly. The Admiral's remarks were right on target for a group of soon to be Plebes. ADM White displayed his keen wit and thoughtful insight into what challenges these young people will face in the immediate fumre as well as during the course of their Naval Service. As well, he suggested that the new Plebes should always "keep their perspective" about their higher and long-term goals when they are immersed in the challenging existence of Plebe Year Finally, he noted that a sense of humor is vital in any walk of life. The evening's program then moved onto a forum for the prospective Plebes, another for their parents, both of which are designed to answer questions they may choose to ask. Fifteen of the 21 members of the incoming Class of 2005 attended the dinner.

Chapter Members attending the event included: Joyce and Wick Harlan "46; Frances and Jim Weirich '46; Cecile and Don Trueblood '49; Sue and Bill Earl '51; Hugo Schluter '52; Catherine and Ed Clexton '60; Jane and Jim Eilertsen '60; Jim Joyner '61; Tom McNicholas ' 61; Pete Glasier ' 62; Jim Stark '65; Peggy and Charlie Pfeifer '66; Joy and Dale Heely '67; Marie and Bob Madel '68; Barbara and Fred Muniz '68; Bob Byles '69; Karen and Walt Cummings '69; Dennis Plank '69; Frank Roberts '69; Hugh Blomeke '72; Kathy and Howie Cronauer '72; Ken Berger '73; Denny and Tom Cole '74; Rich Johnson '74; Jerry Rudd '74; Mark Rupperecht '76; Ken Bitter '79; Mary Ellen and Mike Doyle '79; Geoff McFather '79; BJ and Jack Kasiski "79; Steve Cushanick "80; Linda Eriksen '84 and Dave Bondura, '88. (My apologies to the wives whose names 1 have failed to note. My attendee information was somewhat incomplete.)

Special recognition was made of the Blue & Gold Officers at the event, whose efforts are crucial to ensuring that America's finest young people are those who take their oaths of office each June in T Court. Those recognized included: Tom Cole '74, the Blue & Gold Area coordinator, and the BGOs

Jim Weirich '46, Frank Roberts '69, Denny Cole (Tom) '74, Rich Johnson '74, Mike Doyle 79, and Geoff McFather '79. Kathy Cronauer was recognized for her work as the president of the Parents Club, which is another vital link with the Midshipmen and their families.

The senior Grads present were Wick Harlan '46 and Jim Weirich '46, who, by the way, were roommates. Which is certainly a testament to the notion that life-long friendships are formed on the banks of the Sevem. As in years past. Bob Byles '69 organized this event. BZ, Bob. Chapter SOE 15 SEP—Ma;>i/na.s/Published.

19 SEP (7-8:30 a.m.)—Business Breakfast Speaker: Mr. Mike Sears, USMA '85, and co-captain of '84 West Point football team 26 SEP—Oceana Air Show. Tour and briefing for High School guidance counselors DTMD—Fall Golf Outing 29 SEP—Fall Social. Tentatively at Nauticus and aboard WISCONSIN ( B B - 6 4 )

6 OCT—BUS Trip to Jack Kent Cooke Stadium for Navy-Air Force football game 15 OCT—6th Annual U.S. Naval Institute Warfare Symposium, VB Pavihon 17 OCT (7-8:30 a.m.)—Business Breakfast, Speaker: Mrs. Sherrie Stone, VP Sun Trust Bank 25 OCT—Board of Directors meeting 15 NOV (7-8:30 a.m.)—Business Breakfast, speaker to be announced.

19 NOV—2nd Annual Army-Navy Blood Scrimmage, blood drive.

1 DEC (11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.)—Army-Navy Party, Breezy Point O' Club, NAS Norfolk.

5 DEC (7-8:30 a.m.)—Business Breakfast, speaker to be announced.

Chapter Information Complete information about Chapter events, as well as other gouge about the HRC, will be in The Main Mast, the HRC newsletter. Also, look for The Gouge on the HRC Web site, www.usnaaahrc.org. Membership in the HRC is $15 per annum or $40 for a threeyear term. Sign on with us. Check your personal calendars and schedule some time to join us.

Scribe's Notes If any of our Chapter members have comments about the format or content of this newsletter, please send them to me. 1 always entertain suggestions for making this newsletter more responsive to the desires of the membership.

Jerry A. Rudd '74 blackshoe @ erols. com

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A BLUE & G O L D OFFICER? Contact CDR PJ Bradfield (bradfiel(i(§'gwmail.usna.edu) or Don Nelson (dnelson@gwmail.usna.edu) in Admissions 205

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and Colin Saari '60, Nancy and Walt Draper '60, Judy and Fred Triggs '60, Bonnie and Doug Roulstone '72, Steve Thompson '73, Lea and Doug Cook '74, Brian Clancy '88, and Dave Gast '96.

CDR WilUam L. Ruch HI '68, USN (Ret.) 5707 Maple Brook Drive Midlothian, VA 23112-6320 h: 804-739-3664; e: wh68@sprintmail.com

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David V. Langfitt '74 125 Henrico Road Front Royal, VA 22630 w: 540-636-2138; e: davidlangfitt@netscape.net

Williamsburg Chapter Allen P. Whitaker '60 2304 West Island Road Williamsburg, VA 23185 h: 757-258-4628; e: apwhitaker@widomakercom

WASHINGTON Hanford/Tri-Cities Chapter CAPT Edward G. Schwier '69, USN (Ret.) 1196 Brentwood Avenue Richland, WA 99352-8540 h: 509-627-7288; w: 509-372-0176 e: egschwier@aol.com

Puget Soimd Chapter CAPT Colin H. Saari '60, USN (Ret.) 12503 Ninth Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98177 h: 206-361-1192; w: 206-543-1363 e: saari@apl.washington.edu Web site: www.usnaaa-psc.org

Puget Sound sailing cruise On 28 April 20 USNA Alumni, family, USNA parents club members, and friends participated in a Puget Sound Sailing Cmise with the University of Washington NROTC Midshipmen. During the academic year, the Midshipmen sail Stan Keck '54's 63-foot Classic Yacht CIRCE and the 44-foot, former Naval Academy Yawl LIVELY. The NROTC Midshipmen received their ttaining at Annapolis as part of the Naval Academy's Sail Training Program.

Two summers ago six of the University of Washington NROTC midshipmen sailed with the USNA Midshipmen in two off-shore sailing cmises and remmed to Seattle to set up a program, similar to the Academy's, at the University of Washington. The coaches in the program are all former Navy and Marine officers and include world class sailors.

Included in the day's activities was a continental breakfast and pre-sail briefing at Seattle Yacht Club's Marina Club House; sailing in Elliott Bay,

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lunch with a program brief by the midshipmen; and, a sail through the Ballard Locks into Lake Union.

The Midshipmen did a great job on the cmise and are preparing for their competition in Seattle's Opening Day Parade of boats. The Midshipmen have captured first place for best in class the past two years in this event.

USNA Alumni and spouses included: Terry Mahony '57, Trish and Colin Saari '60, Judy and Fred Triggs '61, Bill Anderson '63, Bill Center '68, Mary and Kyle Peterson '75, Paul and Ryan Thurman, spouse and son of Katie Thurman '83, Ben Shove '87 and guest Marjorie LaMarte.

The Puget Sound Chapter of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association was honored to host the members of the incoming classes of 2005 and 2006 (selected to attend NAPS) at a grand dinner at the banquet facilities of the Naval Station, Everett, WA, on Wednesday, 6 June. Also attending were proud parents both of the incoming classes and of Midshipmen now at the Academy.

Before dinner. Academy graduates serving in FORD (FFG-54) offered tours of their fine ship to the soon-to-be Midshipmen and their parents. (The Surface Navy wanted to dangle a lure in front of them before the aviators and submariners got a chance.) FORD had returned from sea only that moming but looked as if she was ready for a command inspection.

Dinner was a success. Following dessert, CAPT Colin Saari '60, USN (Ret.), Chapter President inttoduced the local Blue & Gold coordinator, CDR Michael Dotson, who in tum had each candidate inttoduce himself or herself and guests, then tell a little about what they hoped to get out of their time at the Academy. This is always enlightening, and tonight was no exception.

The evening was capped off with a tell-it-like-itis speech by LT Dave Gast '96, a surface warfare officer. He held the candidates' attention, had old hands nodding agreement and even involved the parents with a waming that the second phone call from their recently departed children would be an unintelligible collection of words like "chop," "bulkhead," "fried," "come around," "rack," and "whiteworks."

Attending from the Class of '06 were Christian Acord, Dan Gibbon, and Son Sanders. From the Class of '05 were Tray Butler, Jeff Fallal, Sandra Frinell, Jarod Gazarek, Troy Hokanson, Rusty Lane, Stan Lapp, Shelby Lichty, Kevin Martin, Taj Metthews, Jason McKay, Nicholas Mulcahey, Clark Munger, Benjamin Orloff, Steven Podmore, Peter Sauerwein, Justin Sharpe, Richard Shiels, Trevor Thompson, and Doug Tomczak. Alumni attending included Mary Ann and Bob Shelling '38, Mavis and Angus McDonald '48, Mary Jane and Fred Adair '52, Vera and Ron Campbell '52, Jo and Dean Abahamson '53, Robert Diedrich '56, Bev and Terry Mahoney '57, Vern Young '59, Trish

RADM Kenneth P. Barausky '67, USNR 111534 Hemingway Drive Reston, VA 20194 h: 703-904-9231; e: Ken.Barausky@eds.com

WEST VIRGINIA West Virginia Chapter Joe Dailey '51 1226 Mount Vemon Road Charleston, "WV 25314-2528^ h: 304-346-6193; e: josephdailey@excite.com

WISCONSIN Wisconsin Chapter Winston C. Williams '46 13350 West Bluemound Road #2' Elm Grove, VvT 53122-2538 h: 414-782-6645; w: 414-782-941 e: winwill@execpc.com e: cook.phillip@milwaukee.va.gov

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LAST CALL Requiescat in Pace ' They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them."

-Laurence Binyon. 1914 " ^HBWBSHBBIHHTOHIII^^^

Barbour, Henry Saunders '44 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 12 May 2001 Bartz, William George Jr. '67 CDR, USNR 28 May 2001 Beckham, Paul Miles '54 6 May 2001 BisseU, WUIiam Withington '43 CAPT, USNR (Ret.) 14 February 2001 Blackadar, Paul Frederick '52 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 10 June 2001 CampbeU, Charles Browning Jr. '44 CDR, USN (Ret.) 29 May 2001 Chapman, Roger Alan '48 LCDR. USN (Ret.) 24 April 2001 Chase, Ir'win Jr. '32 RADM, USN (Ret.) 3 June 2001 Oegg, George Benjamin lU '46 CDR, USN (Ret.) 19 June 2001 Coleman, Wilson McConnell '34 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 22 June 2001 Crosby, Eugene Ashmore '55 28 April 2001 Cross, Thomas Jones '46 CDR, USN (Ret.) 14 May 2001 Cryster, Benjamin Franklin '46 4 May 2001 Dalrymple, John Marshall '49 19 January 1996 Delong, George Edwin '48 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 3 April 2001 Dubor^, Robert Wayne '43 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 25 June 2001 Egan, Douglas S. Jr. '53 31 May 2001 Famsworth, Harold CeO '53 23 November 1996 Fischer, David Henry '53 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 2 June 2001 Gamon, John Arthur Jr. '33 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 20 May 2001 Germershausen, William J. Jr. '35 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 30 May 2001 Graves, Forrest Virgil '60 LTC, USA (Ret.) 29 June 2001 Gronlund, Thomas Richard '52 7 June 2001 Hamm, Mann '31 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 29 May 2001 Harper, WilUam Hale '51 21 April 2001

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Harris, James Wesley 53 CAPT, USN 21 June 2001 Haynes, Jerry Ray '58 CDR, USN (Ret.) 11 August 1996 Heffernan, Paul Thomas '44 LCDR, USNR 28 May 2001 Hightower, James Irby Jr. '45 CDR. USN (Ret.) 18 June 1999 HiU, Donald Parker '45 LTJG, USNR (Ret.) 14 May 2001 Holden, James Roby '37 19 April 2001 Holmes, Jack Albert '40 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 19 June 2001 Holz, Arthur Frederick '64 24 April 2001 Hungerford, Franklin McDonald '81 27 June 1992 Kanaga, Franz Norman '40 CDR, USN (Ret.) 4 June 2001 Kapetan, Nick J, '48 LtCol, USMC (Ret.) 28 May 1999 Killeen, Calhoun John '49 MajGen, USMC (Ret.) 27 June 2001 Knox, Edward Priest '50 5 May 2001 Leiser, James WUIiam '78 24 January 1999 Loeffler, Aubrey L. '48 15 December 2000 Lore, Anthony Michael '66 15 June 2001 Lowrey, Mark P. '49 31 December 1996 Lyon, Hylan Benton '31 RADM, USN (Ret.) 13 May 2001 Lytle, Morton Haynes '37 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 20 June 2001 Maraszek, Robert Michael '83 6 January 2001 Max'weU, Frederick WiUiam Jr. '41 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 4 June 2001 McClure, Jesse Samuel '26 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 21 Febmary 2001 McGann, Patrick Henry '43 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 16 May 2001 McMaster, Fitzhugh '33 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 14 June 2001 Moesta, Arthur WilUam Jr. '47 LCDR, USNR (Ret.) 5 Febmary 2001

Morgan, William Elmer '54 25 September 1999 Muirhead, Gavin Lawrence '33 Col, USAR (Ret.) 29 December 2000 Murauskas, WiUiam Arthur '47 CDR, USN (Ret.) 21 May 2001 Neff, John Lawrence '42 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 19 May 2001 Oder, Lyle Deane '45 CDR, USN (Ret.) 11 May 2001 Opsahl, James Allen '81 7 June 1999 Peeler, WiUiam Randolph Sr. '34 CDR, USN (Ret.) 17 August 2000 RoUins, Wells Proctor '50 Lt Col, USAF (Ret.) 25 June 1999 Rosse, Claude Duval '67 20 May 2001 Schuize, Walter Herman II '55 1 June 2001 Shunk, Robert Schuyler '64 19 December 1994 Siegfried, Clyde Wilbur '44 LCDR, USNR (Ret.) 15 June 2001 Simmons, WiUiam Earl '42 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 25 June 2001 Spritzen, Roland John '41 Col, USMC (Ret.) 1 April 2001 Sprouse, Donald Hugh '61 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 25 April 2001 Todd, Lewis Franklin '58 Lt Col, USAF (Ret.) 29 November 2000 Watkins, Joseph Wesley III '57 4 June 2001 Wesson, Joseph Hawes '35 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 11 June 2001 WTiipple, Walter Jones '26 RADM, USN (Ret.) 7 May 2001 Wilson, James Creighton '49 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 20 June 2001 Wood, Kenneth Cecil Jr. '66 Capt, USAFR 2 June 2001 Worden, WiUiam Henry '39 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 23 March 2001 Zechlin, Frank Fraser '56 CDR, USN (Ret.) 16 May 2001 Zedaker, WUIiam Leonard Jr. '48 LT, USN (Ret.) 30 January 2001

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HARRY HULL '32 Rear Admiral Harry Hull, USN (Ret.), died suddenly of a heart attack on 22 Febmary 2001 in Cancun, Mexico, while vacationing with his family. He was 89 years old.

Bom on 18 January 1912, in Athens, GA, he was the son of Harry Hull and Anne Burnett. He attended the Sidwell Friends School and Westem High School in Washington, D.C. and graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with the Class of 1932. He completed the ordinance program at the postgraduate school in 1941 and the 26th advanced management program at Harvard Business School, in Cambridge, MA, in 1954.

In August 1943, he married Louisa Catherine Adams Clement of Newburyport, MA, and Washington. D.C. During World War II, Harry Hull commanded THRESHER during three distinguished patrols (1943). Subsequent sea commands included ORLECK (1948-1950), FIREDRAKE (1952-1953) and MERRICK

(1953-1954) during the Korean War; MACON out of Boston, MA (1957-1958); and commander of Cruiser-Desttoyer Flotilla Ten aboard BOSTON based in Boston, MA (1963).

Admiral Hull's tours of duty ashore included most notably serving on the staff of die Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet (1950-1952); as Chief of Staff and Aide to the Commander Striking Forces, Southem Europe, headquartered in Naples, Italy (1958-1961); as commander of the Mihtary Sea Transportation Service, Atlantic (1961-1963); and as Director of Shore Activities, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, in Washington, D.C. (1964-1967). He retired from the Navy in 1967.

As a submariner, Harry Hull was awarded the Navy Cross, the Bronze Star Medal and a Letter of Commendation with Ribbon "for extraordinary heroism as commanding officer of a United States submarine" in the Pacific during World War II. In 1967, he was awarded the Legion of Merit "for exceptionally meritorious service."

After retiring from the Navy, Admiral Hull began a second career in business, fulfilling an ambition to work in the civilian world. From 1967-1977 he was executive director of the Intemational Business Center of New England, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting world ttade with New England.

Admiral Hull served as chairman of the Centennial Committee for the Amold Arboretum (1971) and for several terms as chairman of Harvard's Visiting Committee for the Amold Arboretum (1972-1977). He was a tmstee for the CONSTITUTION Museum from 1987-1999, and then became an overseer He served as an advisor-in-residence during a summer at Camp Dudley in Westport, NY, a boy's camp he attended in his youth and for which he held a special lifelong affection. He returned there each summer in recent years to visit his grandsons.

Admiral Hull was active in the church, serving at one time on the Worship Committee at St. John's Episcopal Church in Beverly Farms, MA. He was a long-time member of the summer congregation of Emmanuel Church in Manchester, 208

MA, and during many years in Washington, D.C, was devoted parishioner of St. John's Episcopal Church on Lafayette Square.

Admiral Hull is survived by his wife of 57 years, Catherine A.C Hull; son, Harry Hull HI, and his wife, Gail Hewson Hull, of San Francisco, CA; son, Kimball E.G. Hull and his wife, Deborah Steenland, and son, Noah E. Hull, of Cambridge, MA; daughter, Kata Hull, and her husband, Charles M. Wisner, and their sons, C Benjamin and Samuel A. Wisner of Cambridge, MA; former daughter-inlaw Elsie Youngman Hull, her husband. Dr. James B. Sprague, and their daughters Celina and Julia Sprague, whom he considered his granddaughters, of Washington, D.C. In lieu of flowers, donations made in his memory to the USS CoNSTrruTioN Museum, Box 1812, Boston, MA 02129.

The Manchester Cricket—30 March 2001

JOHN FRENCH RYDER '36 Captain John F. Ryder, USN (Ret.), a survivor of Japanese prisoner-of-war camps during World War II and later an authority on mine warfare, died on 26 March 2001 at Walter Reed Army Medical Center after a sttoke. He was 87 years old.

Captain Ryder, an Arlington, VA, resident, was a native of Portland, OR, and a 1936 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapohs, MD. At the outset of World War 11, he sailed from Manila aboard the submarine PERCH, which was damaged by a depth charge and scuttled in the Java Sea. He was recovered by Japanese ttoops and interrogated in Ofuna, Japan, for five months. He then spent three years in prisoner-of-war camps before being released in 1945.

Later in his 30-year career in the Navy, he taught mine warfare at the Naval War College and served as a staff officer for the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

He was a defense conttacts administrator at the Defense Supply Agency in Cameron Station when he retired from active duty in 1966.

His military decorations included the Purple Heart.

His wife, Kadileen E. Ryder, died in 1995. He is survived by two children, Lee K. Ryder of Falls Church, VA, and John E. Ryder of Evans, WV; a sister; and a grandson. excerpts from The Washington Post —2AprU2001

Littie cfrovs of water, CittCe grains of sand, QAa^e the miafitv ocean and tfie pleasant (and.

So tfie fittfe moments, (lumSCe tfiouafi tfiey Se, "Make the miahty ages of eternity.

—JuCia "A.. Carney

MARSHALL FERY THOMPSON '36 Captain Marshall F. Thompson, USN (Ret.), died on 10 March 2001.

From the 1936 Lucky Bag: "With a debonair strut, a cocky smile, a mile-a-minute conversation and a snappy, ever-ready comeback, Marshall F. Thompson was commissioned an ensign. United States Navy, 4 June 1936."

Bom in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, the son of Captain Edgar Thompson, medical doctor for the U.S. Naval Station there, on 8 December 1912.

Marshall was reared in Charleston, SC, and attended the Citadel before entering the Naval Academy.

After serving two years aboard ARIZONA, based in Long Beach, CA, he was ttansferted to the Asiatic Fleet where he served aboard AUGUSTA, then on TuTuiLA, a Yangtze River gunboat. Upon his retum to the United States, he was assigned the commissioning crew of WOOLSEY, which soon became engaged in convoy duty in the North Atlantic, protecting supplies being shipped to Britain both before and after war's outbreak. In Febmary 1942, between convoy trips, he married Evelyn Rose of Long Beach, CA. They were happily married until her death in 1978. They bad two daughters, Marilyn and Linda, and a son, Marshall.

After his wedding, Marshall continued service aboard WOOLSEY and participated in the invasions of North Africa, Sicily, and Italy until his detachment in December 1943. He then became organizer and first commanding officer of the Antisubmarine Warfare School in Boston, MA, where he served for ten months. Then he went to the Pacific for the planned invasion of Japan. He served with Amphibious Group 13, working specifically with the Army on Okinawa.

After war's end, he commanded R.K. HUNTINGTON and participated in the first Bikini atomic bomb tests, then for some long overdue shore duty as officer-in-charge. Gunfire Support School in Little Creek, VA. This assignment was followed by attendance at die Armed Forces Staff School followed by the Air War College in Alabama.

With the outbreak of die Korean War, Marshall was ordered to recommission and command WALKE. WALKE sttuck a mine off the coast of North Korea that caused severe damage to the ship and the loss of 27 lives. While the ship was in Sasebo, Japan, undergoing repairs, the crew adopted a young orphan girl then in school, and provided the bank in Sasebo $3,000 to permit the young lady to attend and complete high school. It was an act of kindness that elevated the spirit of die crew above its sortow at the loss of so many shipmates, and served to unite many WALKE crewmembers throughout the remainder of their lives. That girl, Mitoko Yamachi, became an accomplished ttained nurse, married, became a mother, and a grandmother She and her husband flew from Tokyo to attend Marshall's memorial service in San Diego on 21 March 2001.

After duty in the Pentagon, Marshall was ordered to the U.S. Embassy, Paris, France, where he was assigned to Military Assistance Advisory Group for two years. Then back to sea as Commander Desttoyer Division 112 followed by two years on the staff of Commander Amphibious Shipmate, July-August 2001

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Commanding Officer, PAUL REVERE ( A P A - 2 4 8 ) . He

was then ordered back to the Pentagon for two more years, then to his final assignment on active duty, the U.S. Embassy in Rome, Italy, for four years.

After his retirement from the Navy, Marshall attended San Diego State University, where he obtained his master's degree in political science.

He then taught that subject at the junior college level until the illness of his wife required his fulltime assistance.

Two years after Evelyn's death, he met and married Janet Partington. Marshall joined Janet in managing her business, but both found time to ttavel, owned their own horses, and joined the Sante Fe Hunt. Marshall was a remarkable horseman for his age. He also engaged in fine woodworking and he leamed to play the piano.

Life's end followed a highly productive, kindly, useful, and joyous life.

VADM David C. Richardson '36

DONALD ARCHER DEAN '37 Donald A. Dean died on 9 October 2000 at his retirement home, Cokesbury Farm, in Hockessin, DE. He was appointed to the Naval Academy after starting at Antioch College in New York. He played football Plebe Year and was active in the boat club.

Upon graduation, in lieu of a commission, be went to work with the New York Centtal Railroad. However, at the outbreak of the war he joined up as an ensign, USNR, reporting for duty at the Subchaser Training Center in Miami. He was assigned to SC-518 and had duty in the Caribbean escorting ships and chasing German submarines. After modemization and still an ensign, he became skipper The chaser proceeded to Panama then to the South Pacific, where it escorted ships and fought in hunter killer task forces in New Hebredes, Guadalcanal, Suva and the Fiji Islands.

Don was then assigned to CAPP ( D D - 5 5 0 )

after completing Desttoyer Gunnery School at the Washington Navy Yard. As a full lieutenant, he was in charge of sonar, radar, electrical power and all other electtonic equipment. In the Pacific, CAPP had all those duties destroyers were assigned: escorting, screening carriers and radar picket duty. They were with Admiral Halsey on the first air strikes over Manila and at Iwo Jima D-4 day with LCIs and frogmen to blow up Japanese mines.

When the war was over, he left the Navy as a lieutenant, and attended MIT, receiving a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. He then moved on to DuPont, supervising the pigment department.

From 1949 to 1951, Don was involved with the Army Signal Corps in the development of a meteorological balloon which attained a world record of 142,000 feet. In 1951, he joined the purchasing department of Atlas Powder Company in Wilmington, DE, and married his wife, Grace. He retired from the company which had been bought out by a British firm, ICI Americas, 27 years later Don was very active in the Lions Club attending Intemational Conventions in Atlanta, Dallas, Honolulu and Las Vegas and was president of the club in Wilmington, DE. He and Grace traveled extensively, visiting most of Europe, Russia, Siberia, Mongolia, China, Japan, Austtalia, New Zealand, just to name a few highlights.

Grace died in 1996.

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CHARLES JESSE ZELLNER '37 Mr. Charles J. Zellner was born in Forsyth, GA, on 17 September 1914. He was appointed to the Naval Academy from Georgia, entering with the Class of 1937 in the summer of 1933, and graduating with that Class.

He left the Navy on 5 December 1941 and enlisted in the Army as a tech sergeant. He retired from the Army as a chief master sergeant in 1960.

He later worked with the Prentice Hall Publishing Company in New Jersey.

He retumed to Forsyth, GA, in the fall of 1963, where he died of pneumonia that November.

He is buried in the Zellner family plot in the city cemetery.

Many of us in 1937, particularly those in the Third Battalion will remember Charlie as the southem gentleman from Georgia whom we held in warm regard. Those of us in the Seventh Company will remember him as our Second Set Company Commander First Class year He is survived by his second wife and three sons; Charles J. Zellner Jr., Banks Raymond Zellner, and Stephen Zellner, who is the Class point of contact. His address is 180 Bill Person Road, Woodmff, SC 29388-9422.

JAMES SIGGINS COOLEY '38 Commander James S. Cooley, USN (Ret.), a resident of San Clemente, CA, died peacefully of congestive heart failure on 19April2001.Hewas 84 years old.

Commander Cooley was bom on 12 July 1916 in Rochester, NY. He was a member of the 10th Company and graduated in 1938. His first tour of duty was in YORKTOWN. During World War II he flew fighter planes from aircraft cartiers in the Pacific and also flew with the squadron of Butch O'Hare, for whom Chicago's O'Hare Intemational Airport is named.

Following the war, he attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Annapolis, MD, and in 1949, earned an advanced aeronautical engineering degree from the Califomia Institute of Technology in Pasadena. He subsequentiy served as a naval flight instructor in Corpus Christi, TX. After leaving flying, he served on several ships during and after the Korean War as executive officer and ultimately attained his own command. Later in his naval career, he served at the Pentagon and in Colorado Springs in various capacities assessing weapon systems for the Joint Air Defense Board.

Commander Cooley retired in 1958, and summed up his career in a 1938 Class publication: 'Those of us still here, while separated now in space and lifestyle, have much of our experience in common. To remind us, we have similar rings on our left hands and diplomas on our den walls, both of which we shared with Franklin and Eleanor

Roosevelt. 1 cherish these symbols of my naval career very highly."

Following bis naval career, he returned to California and worked for North American Aviation and Douglas Aircraft as an aeronautical engineer He continued in his field of weapon systems assessment and was a member of the Manned Orbiting Lab (MOL) project.

He retired to San Clemente in 1982 and was active in his church, St. Clement's by-the-Sea. He was also active in the Military Order of the World Wars, an association of retired military officers. During his retirement, his great passion was spending summers with his extended family on the shores of Lake Huron in Hessel, MI. He loved his restored wooden Chris Craft boat, as well as his other boats and was an active member of the Les Chenaux Yacht Club.

Commander Cooley is survived by his loving wife, Ellen; son, James A. Cooley of San Jose, CA; daughter, Virginia Cooley Clark of Femdale; grandsons, James K. Cooley and Joseph B. Young; granddaughters, Carolyn Young Jones, Catherine Cooley Wingo, and Christina M. Cooley. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren.

Services were held on Saturday, 28 April 2001 at St. Clement's-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in San Clemente.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Ray Jacobson Memorial Fund, 638 Camino de los Mares, Box C-240-283, San Clemente, CA 92673. Please make checks payable to the American Heart Association with the notation "Ray Jacobson Memorial Fund." This fund is devoted to saving lives of heart attack victims by the purchase and placement of heart defibrillators in pubhc places.

Lesneski Mortuary (San Clemente, CA), & RADM M.H. Rindskopf '38

THEODORE A N T H O N Y GRELL '38 Captain Theodore A. Grell, USN (Ret.), passed away on 5 May 2001 at Baylake Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, VA. He was 85 years old.

Captain Grell was bom on 19 August 1915, in Dearborn, Ml, the son of the late Theodore and Josephine Grell.

Captain Grell graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1938, a member of the Fourth Company, and an aspiring athlete and sailor He trained as a fighter pilot and served his country with ttemendous pride. He was part of the African Invasion in World War II, during which his plane was downed during the exchange over Casablanca.

After he was retrieved from the ocean by a Spanish fishing vessel, it took him three months using his own resources to make his way back to his squadron. During World War 11 he served aboard RANGER and HORNET and was awarded the Bronze Star, Silver Star, and a Presidential Unit Citation for his gallant efforts.

After the war he served as an accident analyst in flight safety for the Chief of Naval Operations, a senior projects officer at NAOTS in Chincoteague,

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the United States Naval Attache in Athens, Greece, an instructor at the Armed Forces Staff College, and on the Staff CinCLant Fleet Headquarters in Norfolk, VA. His last tour of duty was as Commanding Officer, Naval Air Facility, China Lake, CA. Upon retiring after 24 years of service, he and his family remmed to Norfolk.

Captain Grell's accomplished naval career provided him with many intriguing stories, which he gladly shared with his friends and family.

He was most proud to be a life member of the Red Rippers squadron.

Captain Grell, who was affectionately known as 'TAG," enjoyed fishing, golfing, travehng, happy hour and spending time with his family at "the lake" in Michigan. He loved his family with all his heart and soul, and he tteasured the many friends he and his wife made over the years. His special thanks, in his last year, went to the staff at Baylake Retirement Community and the caregivers from Elder Care. TAG was one of a kind and his sense of humor, intelligence, caring ways and sense of pride will be gready missed by all who knew him.

One year ago this month. Captain Grell lost his wife and best friend. Dot, after 57 years of marriage. He was the devoted father of three children, Patricia "Petey" Porter and her husband. Rich, of Fresno, CA; Jeanne Marie Bellis (who predeceased Captain GreU) and her husband. Jack, of Dana Point, CA; and T.A. "Ted"' Grell Jr. and his wife, Debbie, of Virgiiua Beach, VA. He also cherished his eight grandchildren. Rick Porter, David Porter, Lee Porter, Jackie Bellis Obmann, Karen Bellis, Michelle Grell McNair, Stephanie Grell and Caroline Grell. He took great pride in his seven great-grandchildren, Elise, Brandon, Justin, Benjamin, Brooke, Taylor and Rachel. Captain GreU is also sm-vived by a brother. Hank Grell, and his wife, Maryann; a brother, Norman Grell and his wife, Virginia; sister, Emily Grell; and sister, Genevieve Jostock, and her husband, Joe. He was predeceased by his sister, Eleanor Sowers. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Jeanne Prieur Brownley and her husband, John. He will be remembered with great affection by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, 9 May 2001 in Virginia Beach, VA. Burial will be in Princess Anne Memorial Park with military honors.

In lieu of flowers, Captain Grell's family asks that memorial donations be made to Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, the Eastem Virginia Medical School or the American Cancer Society.

RADM M.H. Rindskopf '38

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R I C H A R D MICHAEL HAYES '38 Captain Richard "Dick" Hayes, USN (Ret.), died of heart failure at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community on Wednesday, 23 May 2001 in Virginia Beach, \'.\. He was 86 years old.

Bom on 4 October 1914, in Pittsburgh, PA, he attended Carnegie Institute of Technology prior to his appointment to the Naval Academy and subsequent graduation in 1938.

From 1938 through 1946, Dick served aboard ViNCENNES (CA-44), LAMSON (DD-367) and ROOKS (DD-804) before becoming the commanding officer of HOPEWELL (DD-681) near the end of the war in the Pacific. In 1952, as CO of ZELLERS ( D D - 7 7 7 ) ,

he met and later married the former Doloris Lux who was a registered nurse at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Following tours at the Naval War College and the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), Dick distinguished himself as CO of Amphibious Squadron Two, USN/USMC Reserve Training Center Detroit, HENRICO ( A P A - 4 5 ) , NROTC Vanderbilt University, and the Naval Examining Center, Great Lakes.

His personal awards and decorations include the Bronze Star with Combat "V" and numerous Pacific Theater medals awarded for action during Worid War H. He retired in 1967 after 29 years and moved the family to Doloris' beloved Minnesota.

Dick was buried with Doloris (who passed away in January 2001) at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors on 20 June 2001. He is survived by his sons, Michael and Christopher; grandsons, Travis and Steven; and granddaughter, Katherine.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org).

The Hayes Family, The Virginian Pilot & RADM M.H. Rindskopf '38

N A T H A N SONENSHEIN '38 Rear Admiral Nathan Sonenshein, USN (Ret.), died of cancer at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in San Rafael, CA, on 13 April 2001.

He was born on 2 August 1915 in Lodi,NJ, the son of Hyman W. and Sarah S. Sonenshein.

He entered the Naval Academy in 1934, was a member of the Sixth Company and an active intramural athlete. He graduated with honors with the Class of 1938. His first tour of duty was in PHOENIX. One of his classmates writes of this time: "There was no finer person or shipmate, ever. I witnessed his beautiful courtship with Maria and rejoiced in their marriage." In 1941, he eamed his master's degree in naval architecture at MIT. His stellar career as an engineering duty officer included tours at the Mare Island Shipyard, in Japan, in the Bureau of Ships, and as engineer of PHILIPPINE SEA. Thereafter, he served in the New York Naval Shipyard and

in numerous billets of increasing responsibility on the Staff of Commander Pacific Fleet and in the Bureau of Ships until he was selected for flag rank in 1965. He was Commander Naval Ship Systems Command from 1969 until 1972. Again, a classmate writes: "I was on duty in NavShips when Nate reported as my immediate boss. My admiration for his skills and leadership continued to grow as I became more familiar with the depth of his responsibilities and his ability to meet them. When I was ordered as Commander Norfolk Naval Shipyard, 1 became keenly aware that Nate's stellar performance eased my job of serving the fleet."

Subsequently, he served as chairman of the Naval Materiel Command Shipbuilding Council and Director of Energy in the Department of Defense.

He was the last member of the Class of 1938 on active duty when he retired on 15 November 1974 (an event of which he was everlasting proud).

Upon retirement. Admiral Sonenshein and his family moved to Moraga, CA, to be near his only daughter and her family. He was extiemely active in retirement as assistant to the president of Global Marine, fttst involved in the consduction of GLOMAR EXPLORER, a ship capable of deep sea mining. He served on committees of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, American Bureau of Shipping, Project DUMAND, the Marine Board of the National Academy of Sciences and chaired a Visiting Committee on Naval Architecture at the University of Cahfomia, Berkeley. He published many papers in several professional joumals.

He was awarded the Legion of Merit with two gold stars, the Navy Commendation Medal and the Navy Unit Commendation.

As Nate's professional involvement decreased, he and his wife, Maria, whom he married on II May 1941, spent much time with the Moraga Hacienda Seniors. They also were world, European, and South American ttavelers. Sadly, in 1993 Maria contracted a degenerative neurological disorder which ultimately confined her to a wheelchair, and made Nate her primary caregiver.

Admiral Sonenshein was predeceased by his wife by two months. He is survived by his daughter, Carol S. Manashil, and her husband of San Rafael, CA; a son, William, of Alexandria, VA; sister, Evelyn, of New York City, and three grandchildren.

Graveside services were held on 18 April 2001 at Oakmont Cemetery in Lafayette, CA. Contra Costa Times, Who's Who, & RADM M.H. Rindskopf '38

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LAST CALL ALBERT BRUCE JOHNSON '39 ROMAN VICTOR MROZINSKI '39 On 2 May 2001, On 26 March 2001, Commander Roman V. Commander Albert B. Mrozinski, USNR (Ret.), "A.B." Johnson, SC, died at his home in Chevy USN (Ret.) passed away Chase, MD, of cancer due to cancer. Services for his remains were Born on 13 Novemheld on 30 March 2001 ber 1915 in Schenectady, at Barancas National NY, be was appointed to Cemetery. the Naval Academy from the state of Connecticut Born on 10 April and graduated with the 1917, in Florida, A.B. was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from that Class of 1939. state and graduated with the Class of 1939.

Upon graduation he was ordered to SAN FRANDue to defective eyes, he accepted a Reserve CISCO and served in her engineering department. He commission upon graduation from the Naval Acad- was aboard until after the Battle of Savo Island, emy and went to work for Newport News Shipbuild- when he was detached and reported to NEW JERSEY ing and Drydock Co. In September 1940, he for its commissioning. He was detached in July retumed to duty with the office of the supervisor 1944 and then was ordered to CONCORD as gunnery of shipbuilding at Newport News, VA. He served officer In the spring of 1945 he was assigned to under the industrial manager of the Charleston the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw, Poland, as assistant Naval Shipyard until September 1941, when he naval attache, and in July 1946, he went to OpNav was ordered to the Supply Corps School at in Washington, D.C. Harvard University.

In 1948, he resigned from the Navy and was He accepted a regular commission in the Sup- employed by the CIA. In 1953-1954 he studied at ply Corps and in Febmary 1942, he reported to LONG the national War College and from 1956 to 1959, ISLAND ( C V E - 1 ) as her assistant supply officer. In served on the staff of the National Security January 1943, he became the supply officer of the Council. This was followed by tours with industry, escort carrier and in January 1944, he was under first as Executive Officer, Office of Govemment instmction in industrial accounting at Harvard.

Relations, General Signal Company. Between 1962 and 1969, he was on the staff of the National AeroIn May 1944, he served on the staff of Chief of Naval Air Training in Pensacola, FL. In Novem- nautics and Space Council. In 1970 he joined the ber he reported to the Naval Material Distribution National Research Council, serving as Executive Center at Corpus Christi, TX, as officer in charge Director of the Committee on Telecommunicationsof N M R C In November 1945, he went to Computer Applications.

BUS ANDA as officer in charge of the Property AcHe had spent the last few years, spending counting Division. He was detached in 1948 and his winters in Defray Beach, FL, and summers in reported to MACON as supply officer.

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In August 1949, he reported to the Naval Gun He is survived by his wife, Nancy West Factory, Washington, D.C, as head of the fiscal Mrozinski of 5274 Oakland Road, Chevy Chase, department. He was detached in 1952 and reported MD 20815-6641; two sons, Thomas W. Mrozinski to the Hydrographic Office in OpNav, serving as and Andrew R. Mrozinski, and one grandchild. the Director of Supply, Fiscal and Administration Department. In July 1954, be reported to the Naval War College, Newport, RI, for duty under instmc- CARL FERDINAND PFEIFER '39 tion. In late 1954, he served with the MAAG in Captain Carl F. Lisbon, Pormgal, where he formulated the military Pfeifer, USN (Ret.), was requirements for the Pormguese Navy for Military bom in Springfield, OH, Aid. Then he went to the regional accounts office on 18 December 1915. in Cleveland, and in 1960 was assigned to the staff He attended the Univerof Chief of Naval Air Basic Training at Pensacola. sity of Cincinnati for two He retired in 1961 and attempted to begin a years and was then apbusiness writing a stock market advisory letters. He pointed to the Naval predicted, at that time, a massive collapse in the Academy from the state U.S. stock market, which by today has not been as of Ohio. He graduated great as he had predicted. with the Class of 1939.

His first assignment was to the heavy cruiser He retired again and began publishing Stock Market Trends as a Stock Market analyst and NEW ORLEANS. In 1940, he was ordered to the destroyer CUMMINGS (DD-365) and was on board broker from his office in Pensacola, FL. He retumed to school in 1964 and eamed a Ph.D. in 1967 from during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor By Florida State University, and became a professor March 1942, he reported to Bath Iron Works, in of economics there. He settled in Pensacola, connection with fitting out the destroyer O'BANNON saying: "May 1 remind you that Pensacola is home (DD-450). He served as engineer officer, but was to the finest Naval Aviation Museum in the world." later fleeted up, at age 27, to executive officer His widow, Mary Louise Johnson, lives O'BANNON was awarded the Presidential Unit at 1700 North 10th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32503- Citation for highly successful operations against the 5236. He is also survived by two children: Japanese in the South Pacific. son, Douglas Bruce Johnson, and daughter, His next assignment during World War 11 was Patricia Guenevieve. the minelayer J. WILLIAM DITTER (DM-31) as executive officer This ship served in the Okinawa campaign and was credited with downing 12 Japanese suiciders before being kamikazied.

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Captain Pfeifer's first command was the destroyer CASSIN YOUNG (DD-793). After battle repairs, the ship was inactivated as a unit of the 19th Fleet, based in San Diego. In 1946, he reported to the aircraft cartier VALLEY FORGE ( C V - 4 5 ) as

engineer officer. As part of the jet evaluation program, he invented a jet blast deflector for catapulting jet aircraft. The deflector was successful in preventing injury to flight deck personnel. Captain Pfeifer's second shore assignment was in research and development (OP-37) in OpNav. He served additional duty as a White House aide under Presidents Harty S Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Detached in 1954, he took command of the destroyer PRITCHETT (DD-561) and again operated in the Pacific. In 1956, he was ordered back to OpNav and served as military personnel officer under the DCNO (Admin.). In 1959, he took command of Destroyer Division 92 and, after one year, commanded FRONTIER (AD-25), a destroyer tender.

In 1961, he was ordered to Japan as Commander Fleet Training Group, Westem Pacific. He held the command for two years and was then ordered to the Industrial College of the Armed Forces for duty on the faculty. In 1966, he served as commanding officer of the MSTS Office, Vietnam, with headquarters in Saigon. In 1967, he returned to the United States as Inspector General on the staff of Commander Military Sea Transportation Service.

Captain Pfeifer retired from active duty on 1 August 1968. In retirement, he served as assistant director for operations on the staff of the Director, Maritime Administration's Eastem Region, then as chief transportation and logistics coordinator with the United Nations' presence in East Pakistan (later Bangladesh). In 1974, he took a position as a senior data management analyst with the Raytheon Corporation. In 1984, he joined the staff of the Smithsonian Institution as a volunteer in the Department of Naval History.

His medals and decorations include the Silver Star Medal, two Legions of Merit, the Presidential Unit Citation, and the Joint Service Commendation Medal, two Navy Unit Commendations, the Asian Pacific Campaign Medal with nine battle stars, and the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation.

Captain Pfeifer was a life member of The Retired Officers Association, and a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, O'BANNON Shipmates Association, and Pearl Harbor Survivors Association. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in McLean, VA. Survivors include his wife, Mary Louise Whitmire Pfeifer, and his stepdaughter, Elizabeth Chase Peabody, of McLean, VA.

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L A S T C A L L\ GEORGE STUART SIMMONS III '39 Captain George S. Simmons, USN (Ret.), died on 10 March 2001 in San Diego, CA. Captain Simmons was born on 16 April 1915. He was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from Washington, D.C. and graduated with the Class of 1939.

Upon graduation from the Naval Academy in 1939, he went to the heavy cmiser PENSACOLA. After a short tour on her, he was ordered to CASSIN, and from there went to Sub School in New London, CT. Upon graduation, he joined S-29 in April 1941 and made two successful war pattols off Panama in the Pacific. He then mmed S-29 over to the British in April 1942.

Transferted to the submarine GUNARD, he made three war pattols in Japanese waters. Operating from Austtalia for her fifth and ninth pattols, he was made the commanding officer on the ninth pattol. He then decommissioned GL^N-ARD at Mare Island, CA, and spent two years in a refit crew there. He then attended a one-year course at the Naval War College in Newport, RI, and from there, in July 1948, was ordered to the submarine SEGUNDO and spent two years aboard her. He then served at Reel Sonar School, San Diego, CA, and later as CO of Submarine Division 32. For his wartime actions, he was awarded two Silver Stars, two Bronze Stars and the Navy Unit Commendation Medal. In 1957, he left ComPhibPac's staff and went to Op-09D in the Pentagon, joining the Progress Analysis Group in OpNav. After two and one-half years there, he took command of the LSD, PLYMOLTTI ROCK and

served on her for a year before remming to Washington to serve on the Ships Characteristic Board.

He retfred in Febmary of 1963 and went to work with Lockheed in Burbank, CA. There, he was an operations analyst specialist. After spending three years with Lockheed, he spent seven years in the management consulting business, the last five years of which he was part owner of the company.

This was followed by two years with a contract with the city of Indianapolis for consulting. At the termination of this conttact, he remmed to real estate activities assisted by his wife, who also held a real estate license. With littie work in the D.C. area they moved to Virginia Beach, VA, to settle down.

His widow, Virginia Moss Simmons lives at 636 Fleet Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. He is also survived by three daughters: Virginia Phillips, Wynne Dietz, and Victoria Mahaley.

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EVERETT MARSALIS GLENN '40 Captain Everett M. Glenn died on 2 April 2001 of cancer in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. A memorial service was held at Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Peninsula, and his ashes were scattered at sea.

Captain Glenn was bom on 22 June 1917, in Amarillo, TX, the son of Everett Waddey Glenn and Gladys Marsalis Glenn.

He grew up in Amarillo, graduated from high school in 1933, and attended Canyon College in Texas for three years, majoring in electrical engineering.

Captain Glenn was appointed to the Naval Academy from Texas. After graduation in 1940, he reported to battleship PENNSYLVANIA and transferted later to destroyer ROWAN for duty in the North Atiantic and Meditertanean. After sinking of ROWAN at Salemo (ROWAN is said to have gone down in 40 seconds), he reported to destroyer MAYO, where he took part in the Anzio landings. (MAYO was also heavily damaged.)

Everett next reported to the commissioning detail of desttoyer LOFBERG as executive officer and remained in her during the remainder of the war in the Pacific. At the end of World War II, he assumed command of the desttoyer escort FRENCH and then of the landing ship dock WANTUCK. In 1947, Everett was ordered to the Bureau of Naval Personnel in the procurement division. This duty was followed by assignment as commanding officer of MOORE during the Korean conflict, for which duty he was awarded the Bronze Star. In 1952, he joined the staff of the Commander CmiserDesttoyer Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, as assistant chief of staff for administtation and personnel, and in 1957 retumed to the Bureau of Naval Personnel.

He remmed to sea duty in 1958 as executive officer of LOS ANGELES, followed by assignment as Commander Destroyer Division 232 (four ships).

During 1960-61, he was Chief of Staff to the Commander Anti-Submarine Warfare Command (Commander Carrier Division 19). This involved duty in aircraft carriers YORKTOWN and HORNET. Everett graduated from the National War College in 1962, and was then assigned as commanding officer of desttoyer tender FRONTIER. In 1963, he was assigned duty in the office of the Chief of Naval Operations until retirement in July of 1966.

After retirement from the Navy, Everett spent five years in managerial positions with Litton Industries involved in design of the new SPRUANCE (DD-963) class destroyer and the new LHA-class amphibious assault ship. He then spent five years as a manager with Global Marine.

During bis retirement, Everett enjoyed woodworking, ttaveling, designing constmction projects, camping and snorkeling.

He was martied to Mary Thompson Glenn until 1976 and had two daughters, Marsie and Donna. He is also survived by his brother, Fletcher M. Glenn. His later years were brightened by the presence of his dear friend, Dodi Laubert.

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ASHLEY JEWELL LITTLE '40 Captain Ashley J. Little, USN (Ret.), died on 14 May 2001 in Ponte Vedra, FL, of a stroke.

Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church in Aiken, SC, on 18 May 2001. He will be buried at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery.

Ash was bom on 14 January 1919 in Griffin, GA, to Colonel James M. Little and Mabel Bowen Little. He was an Eagle Scout, attended Georgia Tech at age 15 and entered the Academy in 1936, to graduate with the Class of 1940.

Ash's first duty after graduation was in MISSISSIPPI. After two and one-half years in his first ship (with Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as a shipmate), he was ordered to the commissioning of the new battleship IOWA. On that trip. Ash had the conn when an accompanying destroyer, holding a drill, accidentally launched a torpedo in the direction of IOWA. After IOWA, there was cmiser duty as gunnery officer in FALL RTVER; she ffred her fnst ttaining shot en route to Guantanamo on the same day that the first atom bomb was dropped in Japan.

F,\LL RIVER'S peacetime career began as flagship for the atom bomb test in Bikini.

En route to duty in FALL RIVER, Ash met

Gertmde "Kit" McCoy, and they were married in Annapolis, MD, on 7 April 1945. The next year brought shore duty at NROTC Villanova, and the birth of their first child, Mary.

After a tour as flag secretary at the Atiantic Fleet Training Command in Norfolk, and a year at Ohio State University getting an M.B.A., Ash became fleet personnel policy officer with quarters in Pearl City, HI. There, he left Kit and tiieir four children to report as executive officer of the amphib ALGOL in Japan. Three years in Coronado included GURKE and the arrival of two more daughters, then to BuPers as lieutenant assignment officer, and next to duty in OSDâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;shortened by assignment to the National War College. Command of the desttoyer tender YELLOWSTONE in Mayport, FL, was followed by command of Enlisted Personnel Distribution Center at Bainbridge, WA, and the final tour in 1967 on the staff of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces.

A second career took Ash and Kit to Aiken, SC, to work for Classmate Crosswell Croft in a branch of Pyle National Company. In 1969, he began a new career with the South Carolina Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education. In 1972, he was selected to be the first president of Aiken Technical College. During his tenure, die 88-acre campus was built, the initial enrollment of 177 students grew to more than 1,700 and Aiken Tech received two-year college accreditation. In November 2000, the college named the Ashley J. Little Administtation Building in his honor Ash was insttumental in establishing the Adult Development Center to serve disabled adults throughout Aiken County.

He was an active member and leader in the Aiken Rotary Club, Aiken Chamber of Commerce, the United Way and the First Baptist Church. In 1984, Ash received the Order of the Palmetto from the State of South Carolina and was recently honored as a past president of Friends of die Hopelands.

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LAST CALL He will be remembered for his deep commitment to his community and his enduring influence on higher education and economic development in the area, but especially for being a living example of the values he taught his children: integrity, humility, generosity and love.

Ash is survived by his wife. Kit; children, Mary Cooper of Princeton, NJ, Robert of Phoenix, AZ, Ann Majestic of Durham, NC, Jane Little of Aiken, SC, Barbara Clare Little of Los Angeles, CA, Mig Little Hayes of Durham, NC; and ten grandchildren.

Gifts in memory of Ash Little may be made to die First Baptist Church, 120 Chesterfield Stieet, Aiken, SC 29801, or to the Aiken Technical Foundation, RO. Drawer 696, Aiken, SC 29802.

JOHN WILLIAM MYERS MONTGOMERY '40 Captain John W.M. Montgomery, USN (Ret.), died on 16 April 2001 at die Arleigh Burke Pavilion in McLean, VA, of cardiac arrest. The funeral service and burial with honors were held at the Memorial Chapel, Fort Myer, VA, on 8 May 2001.

Born in Maiden, MO. Monty entered the Naval Academy in 1936 and graduated with the Class of 1940.

Monty's first duty at graduation was in IDAHO, and later in the heavy cmiser PrrrsBURGH. His war service in the Pacific included actions in campaigns in the Aleutian Islands, Gilbert Islands, Marshall Islands, Southwest Pacific, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

While conducting combat operations off the coast of Japan in early 1945, PITTSBURGH saved the carrier FRANKLLN, fighting off Japanese attacking aircraft and later towing the badly damaged carrier out of range of enemy bombers. In June 1945, in a typhoon off Okinawa, heavy seas broke off the bow of PmsBLUGH, but no lives were lost, as all the crew in the bow section had been safely evacuated before it broke off. With a temporary bow fitted to the ship in the war zone, the cmiser retumed to the United States and was rebuilt with a new bow section for retum to war duty.

After the war, Monty had a brief tour in ALBA-NY before going on to law school at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. While at law school, he met and courted Mary Margaret Higgs, a Washington native. After eaming his law degree, he went back to sea in 1949 to duty in the destroyer BORIE, with a tour in the Korean War, where he was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat "V." Command of HANK followed, then an assignment in Washington with Navy JAG. His duty included serving as a judge on the Navy Court of Review.

After a staff tour with NATO in Norfolk, and a year as executive officer of NORFOLK, Monty remmed to Washington for four years in the office of the Navy comptroller. While there, Monty directed liaison between the Navy Department and the House and Senate Appropriations Committees.

Next came PacFlt in command of the new attack transport PAUL REVERE, then back to Washington as executive assistant and senior naval aide to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Installations Shipmate, July-August 2001

and Logistics). Monty's final tour was in the office of the Chief of Naval Operations, providing staff support to the director of Navy Program Planning.

Monty retired in 1966, with a Navy Commendation Medal for his last tour, and for the next 16.5 years, he represented the National Paint and Coatings Association (NPCA), retiring in 1983 as vice president and general counsel.

Monty took up a third career as president of Verlan Limited, the "captive" property insurance company he had helped organize for the paint industry while at NCPA. After three years at Verlan, Monty made his final retirement move on 31 December 1985, at his and Mary's home in McLean, VA. Monty served as a volunteer leader at the ttoop and disttict levels with the Boy Scouts of America, and was a member and an usher at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Arlington, VA. Monty is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary, of McLean VA; his son, Captain John B. Montgomery '70, USN (Ret.), of Fairfax, VA; his daughter, Barbara Ann Weimerskirch, of Blacksburg, VA; and four grandchildren.

RICHARD WARREN SHAFER '40 Captain Richard W. Shafer, USN (Ret.), of Albany, OR, died Friday, 27 April 2001 in his home.

He was 84 years old.

He was bom in Baltimore, MD, to Warren W. and Mary Johns Shafer.

He attended the U.S. Naval Academy, where 'mmmi.-. he lettered in football, trail * iitt / golf, and track. He was voted the most valuable football player his senior year after scoring a touchdown to win the 1940 Army-Navy game.

Commissioned an ensign, he served as a combat submarine line officer during World War II, earning the position of executive officer of THREADFIN at the end of the war.

He received letters of commendation and a Bronze Star for meritorious and heroic conduct.

He went on to serve as an aide to the commander of naval forces in China, commanding officer of BLENNY and assistant chief of staff of the submarine fleet. Pearl Harbor, HI. His final duty assignment was professor of naval science at Oregon State University until his retirement in 1962 with the rank of captain.

His position at the university brought him to Corvallis in 1960 with his wife, F. Elizabeth Driscoll Shafer, whom he martied 11 April 1942, in Boston, MA. They moved to North Albany in 1982.

He had served as the Oregon State University gold coach and was an ardent OSU athletics booster.

He was active in the Corvallis and Albany Rotary Clubs and had served as chairman of their United Fund Campaign. He was voted Submarine Veteran of the Year in 1997.

Survivors include his wife, Betty; son, Richard W. Shafer Jr. of Portland; daughters, Patricia A. Wicks of Whidbey Island, WA, Robin Driscoll Anderson of Portland and Jane E. Shafer of Bremerton, WA; brother. Colonel Wilbert T.

Shafer, USMC (Ret.), of San Diego, CA; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Memorial donations may be made to Rotary International in care of McHenry Funeral Home, 206 NW Fifth Street, Corvallis, OR 97330.

TAD STANWICK '40 Captain Tad Stanwick, USNR (Ret.), died at Sibley Hospital in Washington, D.C, on 25 May 2001, following a stroke he had a short time earlier. A funeral service was held at St. Mary's ^_^ Catholic Church in * ] R ^ ^ Bryantown, MD, on 29 t" '^-JKK0 S ^^y- Burial was in the cemetery at St. Mary's.

Tad left the Academy in 1937, a member of the class of 1940, and returned to work for Bethlehem Steel, where he worked heat treating anti-aircraft and armor-piercing shells, and went to night school in metallurgy at Lehigh University. At Lehigh, he coached the lacrosse team and wrote the first book on lacrosse, published in 1940. Under Commander L. Wood's direction. Tad developed heat treating characteristics giving 5"/38 shells maximum effective anti-aircraft fragmentation.

Given an ensign's commission in December 1940, Tad went to work at the Gun Factory. Under Commander Arleigh Burke '23, he wrote the instmction manual for mass-producing 5738 singlegun mounts from one per month to five per day. He was rewarded and sent to sea in ELLISON, flag of DesRon 10, and under "Buckets of Blood" Holloway, Tad was made gunnery officer.

In 1941 Tad martied Wickliffe Shackleford.

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gunnery officer After cmises to the Alaskan area and the Sea of Okhotsk, Tad was made executive officer. By 1944 came the Leyte Gulf Invasion, Battle of Surigao Strait, San Beraadino Sttait and Battle of Samar, Tad was then ordered to be ComCmDesPac training officer in Pearl Harbor.

There he developed a smoke rocket to train gunners to understand kamikaze attacks. In early 1945, Tad was sent to Leyte Gulf and Okinawa as Chief Staff Officer of ComCmDesPac. At war's end, he was ordered to BuOrd in Washington, as OinC of NavOrd Development. In 1946, Tad went to Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins, as Technical and Scientific Liaison on Terrier and Talos Research and Development. In 1950, he went to BuOrd to put Tertier and Talos into production and to set up the Navy's first guided missile plant at Pomona.

In 1953, Tad resigned from the Navy and went to AMF as assistant to the president and chairman. There he was a co-worker with General Walter Bedell Smith. In 1958, he went to Cleveland Pneumatic Industries as senior vice president and director In 1962, Tad formed the Stanwick Corporation, as president, chairman and CEO. He spent 24 years developing maintenance, operating, training, manning, overhauling and readiness management systems for U.S., Canadian, British, German, Spanish and Iranian navies. He retired from business in 1986.

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L A S T C A L L^ In 1979, Tad gave his yacht. Miss WICK/USS CoNSTELL.'OioN to tiic Naval Academy.

Tad is survived by his wife, Wickliffe; children, Wickliffe Formant, Covington Stanwick and Wells Stanwick; two sisters; and 13 grandchildren.

ERLING HALVOR H U S T V E D T '41 Captain Erling Hustvedt, USNR (Ret.), died suddenly of heart failure on 18 January 2001. He had had significant careers as an analyst, manager and educator.

A native of Washington, D . C , he lived in Annandale, VA, where he was active in civic and church affairs.

Bom in Chevy Chase, MD, in 1919, he was the son of "Vice Admiral Olaf Hustvedt '09. After graduating from St. Albans School, he entered the Naval Academy in 1937 with the Class of '41. He left because of a problem in his eye exam. He then graduated from MIT in 1941. When the United States entered the war, although he was a licensed pilot, he opted for the surface Navy, was commissioned as a deck officer through the V-7 program, and joined the battleship SOUTH DAKOTA. During the night action off Guadalcanal, he operated the main battery computer. In 1943, he was navigator of SoLTH DAKOTA when she joined with the British Fleet as a counter force to the German battleship TiRprrz. During the last two years of the war, he served as executive officer of the desttoyer ELLYSON in the Atlantic, and MCCALLA in the Pacific, where he saw action in the Philippines and Borneo.

Released from active duty in 1946, he remained a Ready Reserve officer for 27 years. Most significant was his role in proposing and organizing the Career Counseling Boards for Reserve and regular officers. He retired as a captain in 1973.

During the years 1947-1957 in engineering and project management assignments on the West Coast, he worked for the Hyster Company, the Bechtel Corporation, and the Westem Gear Corporation. He spent six years with the National Bureau of Standards as an operations research analyst, working on such programs as the automation of the Post Office, and the index of the Library of Congress. For ten years he had an office in Farragus Square where he worked as a financial advisor and portfolio manager.

He received his master's degree in history and economics at Tufts University. He taught at St. Albans for two years and at The George Washington University for six years.

He was active in the Class of '41 activities, and along with Classmates Fred Wyse and Lou Davis, was instmmental in computerizing our Class records and database.

He was an enthusiastic participant in sports, was accomplished in rowing, sailing, and skiing, and was a member of the Fairfax County Senior Ski Club.

Erling was active in the Little River United Church of Christ in Annandale, VA, the Brook Hills Neighborhood Association, the Naval Reserve Association, the Virginia Amateur Press Association, was a docent at the Smithsonian Instimtion in

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He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Jane; one brother; six children; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at Little River United Church of Christ on 10 February 2001, which was attended by many friends and his large loving family, as well as his MIT '41 rowing crew and our Naval Academy '41 sailing crew.

Donations in his memory may be made to the music fund at Little River United Church of Christ, 8410 Little River Tumpike, Annandale, VA 22003.

CAPTR.W. Havler Jr '41

ROBERT MURFF ARMSTRONG '42 Commander Robert M. Armstrong, USN (Ret.), of Pensacola, FL, and St. Albans, WV, died on Samrday, 26 May 2001, at his home in Pensacola.

He was 82 years old.

He was bom in Woodward, AL, and served in the U.S. Navy for 26 years. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, a member of the Class of 1942.

During World War II he served in the Pacific Theater on three different warships. After the war, he received his Navy wings and completed duties in many different ports and bases, until retiring from the Navy in 1961, after serving as commanding officer of the Naval Pre-Flight School in Pensacola, FL. Desiring to teach, he pursued a master's degree in mathematics at Florida State University and took his first teaching job at Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, VA. Later, the family moved back to Pensacola and he taught at Pensacola Junior College for 17 years until retirement in 1982.

He remained in Pensacola.

Bob is survived by his second wife, Elizabeth Tissue Armsttong from St. Albans, WV; and his three children by his first wife, the late Elizabeth Gray Armstrong; Thomas Gray Armstrong of Pensacola, FL, David Gray Armstrong of Fredericksburg, VA, and Elizabeth Quinby Armstrong of Southern Pines, NC. He is also survived by four stepchildren: Carol Tissue Smith of Raleigh, NC, Benjamin D. Tissue Jn of Marshall, VA, Virginia Tissue Reinkopfs of Lewisburg, WV, and Robert S. Tissue of Lewisburg, WV. There are five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all living in Virginia, and one step-grandchild in Raleigh, NC. Bob was an avid reader, lover of namre and the sea. He traveled as much as possible and enjoyed leaming of other cultures. While always an intelligent, kindly and perfect gentleman, he was regarded by all as a very "gentle man" and will be remembered as such.

There will be a full military burial at the Bartancas National Cemetery on the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, FL. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 405 B Street, St. Albans, WV 25177.

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'Praising what is (est lAakes the remembrance dear.

-Shakespeare

JOSEPH MERIT TULLY JR. '42 Captain Joseph M. Tully Jr., USN (Ret.), passed away at his home in Carmel, CA, on 2 May 2001, a mere six weeks after the loss of his beloved wife of 53 years, Ruth E. Tully Captain Tully was bom on 3 July 1918 in San Antonio, TX. He was the oldest of four children bom to Brigadier General Joseph M. Tully, USA (Ret.), and Frances Smith Tully. The family ttaveled to many far-flung Army posts, including China and the Philippines.

In 1939, the young Joe Tully entered the Naval Academy as a member of the Class of 1942, graduating early in December 1941 following the attack on Pearl Harbor. He had a long and distinguished career in the Navy before his retirement in 1972.

During World War II, Captain Tully served as communications officer aboard the destroyers CLARK and TAYLOR in the Pacific. He completed

flight ttaining and was designated a Naval aviator in November 1945 and joined Fighter Squadron 98 at NAS Alameda, CA, as assistant flight officer. He later became the executive officer of Fighter Squadron 19A. It was during this time that he met and married Lieutenant (junior grade) Ruth E. Edwards, a member of the WAVES, also stationed at Alameda.

His next assignment was with the Office of Naval Intelligence in Washington, D.C. His daughter. Heather, and son, Joseph HI, were bom here.

Following completion of the Air Command and Staff School of the Air University at Maxwell Field, AL, Captain Tully took his young family to Mexico City, Mexico, where he served as Assistant Naval Attache (Air) at the American Embassy.

In February 1954, Captain Tully became officer-in-charge of Advanced Training Unit 101, Corpus Christi, TX. He next joined Heavy Attack Squadron Five, NAS Sanford, FL, as executive officer and then commanding officer. Their daughter. Holly, was bom while the family lived in Sanford.

He retumed to Washington, D.C, in 1959 as Commander Assignment Officer at the Bureau of Naval Personnel, after which he served as executive officer of the attack aircraft carrier FORRESTAL, deployed to the Meditertanean. Following this assignment. Captain Tully assumed the duties of Wing Commander of Heavy Attack Wing One, returning the family to familiar surtoundings in Sanford, FL. Captain Tully attended the National War College in Washington, D.C, also completing a master of arts in intemational affairs at The George Washington University in 1964 prior to assuming command of the fleet oiler NEOSHO based in Norfolk, VA. The following year he reported to the Naval Academy to head the Naval Science department. He became commanding officer of the attack aircraft carrier SARATOGA in October 1966, serving during the Arab-Israeli Conflict. He tiien returned to Washington to become Aviation Captains Assignment Officer.

July 1969 saw a move to San Diego, CA, when Captain Tully reported to Carrier Division Nine as Chief of Staff aboard the aircraft cartier KITTY Shipmate, July-August 2001

LAST CALL HAWK, deployed in the waters off Vietnam. He assumed the duties of Commander Fleet Air Lemoore (at NAS Lemoore, CA) in September 1970, his final duty station. He retired in 1972, after 31 years of service. He lived in Carmel, CA, for 28 years with his devoted wife, Ruth, until her death in March 2001.

Captain Tully faithfully attended mass at the St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel at the Naval Postgraduate School. Monterey, CA. He maintained a lifelong commitment to the military and supported many organizations dedicated to supporting the concepts of liberty and patriotism. He was a member of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni and Athletic Associations, The Navy League of the United States, The Retired Officers Association, U.S. Naval Institute, the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, die Marine Corps Association, the Fleet Reserve Association, The Heritage Foundation, the U.S. Navy Memorial (plankowner), and the National World War II Memorial Society (charter member).

Locally, he was a volunteer at the Maritime Museum, had been an active member of the Carmel Valley Trail and Saddle Club, the Aguajito Property Owners Association, and a charter member of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. In his earlier years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, water skiing and golfing.

He was preceded in death by his brother.

Colonel Larkin S. TuUy, USA (Ret.). Captain Tully is survived by his children. Heather Click of Peachttee City, GA; Joseph M. Tully IE, of Huntington Beach, CA; and Holly Moon of Fulton, MI; his sister, Frances Clark of San Antonio, TX; and brodier. Colonel Robert B. Tully, USA (Ret.), of Avon Park, FL; grandchildren, Joseph M. Tully IV, Michael H. Tully, Amanda B. Click, and Benjamin E. CUck; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Interment with mihtary honors was held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on 11 May 2001.

Donations in memory of Captain Tully may be made to the World War II Memorial Foundation.

RICHARD EUGENE VOLONTE '43 Captain Joseph E. Volonte, USN (Ret.), died on 25 March 2001 from complications from a sttoke. Funeral services were held on 30 March 2001 at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison, NJ, with interment of his ashes in the columbarium at Grace Church.

Bom in Paterson, NJ, he was appointed to the Naval Academy from New Jersey and graduated on 19 June 1942. Upon graduation he was assigned as an instructor in the newly created Naval Indoctrination School at Comell University. He reported to IOWA ( B B - 6 1 ) in time to place that ship in commission for the first time. After wartime duty in the Atlantic, Meditertanean, and Pacific theaters, he completed ordnance PG training culminating in a master's degree in mechanical engineering from MIT. In 1950 he served as experimental projects officer in MISSISSIPPI ( E A G - 1 2 8 ) , then operating as a unit of the Operational Development Force. He completed the Command and Staff Course at the Naval War College in 1953 followed by a tour as executive officer of KENNETH D. BAILEY (DDR-713).

In 1955 he put in a short tour at the Bureau of Ordnance and, while Talos missile project officer.

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was transferred to help start the Fleet Ballistic Missile program. The program, initially based on the Army-Navy Jupiter missile, eventually shifted to Polaris.

In 1958 he took command of JOSEPH P. KENNEDY JR. (DD-850) and participated in the 1958 opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway. After a 25-month tour he became the program planning officer at the Pacific Missile Range, Pt. Mugu, CA, responsible for planning the support of missile and space programs. He retired as a captain in 1964 at the end of a two-year tour as staff officer in the Office of SecDef (DDR&E missile ranges) in the Pentagon.

His civilian career was initiated as a member of the technical staff of Bellcomm, Inc.; a Washington-based Bell System company providing systems engineering support for NASA's manned space flight program, principally Apollo. In 1972, as Apollo achieved success, Belicomm was merged back into the Bell Laboratories, and he was transferted to the facility at Murtay Hill, NJ. His family moved to Madison, NJ, and until 1980 he managed financial and economic studies in support of AT&T and Westem Electric Company business and regulatory requirements. In 1980 he was transferted to AT&T Headquarters in New York City to manage Bell System activity in FCC regulatory proceedings. In 1982 he moved to AT&T Marketing in Basking Ridge, NJ, where he managed business decision analyses. He retired as manager in AT&T Communications (a new company created as a result of AT&T divestiture action) in 1984 after 20 years with the company.

In retirement he devoted much of his time to volunteer activities, serving as: member of vestry and fund raiser at Grace Episcopal Church; volunteer worker in fund raising activities of the Morristown Memorial Hospital; member of Board of Managers of Family Service of Morris County, a mental health service agency; and member of Board of Tmstees of Grace Counseling Center, a pastoral counseling facility. At his death he was a member of Morris County Golf Club, Naval Academy Alumni Association, Naval Institute, and Telephone Pioneers of America.

His first wife, Eleanore Rheuby Volonte, died in 1982. He is survived by his wife, Joan, at 3 Colonial Way, Madison, NJ; son, William of Hoboken, NJ; stepson, T. Oilman Meeker and his children, Skylar, Jaye, Reid, and Eliza, of Phillipsburg, NJ; stepdaughter, Patricia Wandless, her son, Graham, and daughter, Elena, of Bloomsbury, NJ; and stepson, Christopher Meeker, and his daughters, Liana and Jordan, of Rochester, NY. Joseph E. Volonte (11 AprU 2000)

We look hefore and after, And pine for what is not; Our sincerest (aughter With some pain is fraught; Our sweetest songs are those that te(( of saddest thought. fcy Bysshe She((ey

BYRON CRAIG TURNER '44 Lieutenant Colonel B. Craig Tumer, USMC (Ret.), passed away on 22 March 2001. He was 80 years old.

He was born 12 January 1921, in Faulkton, SD, and educated in the Faulkton public schools, Severn Preparatory School and the U.S. Naval Academy.

Upon graduation from the Academy in 1943, he was commissioned a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps. Following basic school in Quantico, VA, he was ordered to sea duty aboard MONTPELIER, a light cmiser, where he served for two years primarily in the South Pacific.

After World War II, he was assigned to recmiting duty in Phoenix and San Francisco. He was promoted to first lieutenant in 1945 and to captain in August of 1949. Upon completion of photogrammetry and photo interpretation schools in Washington, D.C, he was ordered to the second Marine Division for duty with the Topographic Company.

While at Camp Lejeune, NC, he formed the nucleus of a combat engineer company and took it to Camp Pendleton, CA, where the company joined the First Engineer Battalion. They were ordered to Korea and participated in the Inchon landing.

His company was attached to the Seventh Marines for the Seoul and Uijongbu operations for which he was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V. Still attached to the 7th Marines, he made the North Korean invasion and the Chosin Reservoir campaign.

While at Hagaru-ri, his now reinforced company was assigned the mission of constructing an airstrip to be used for resupply and the evacuation of wounded. For this operation he was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat V. Also he was awarded three presidential Unit Citations, the Korean Service Medal with four stars, the American Defense Medal, the National Defense Medal, the U.N. Defense Medal and others.

He was rotated back to the United States in June of 1951. In the mid 1950s, he served as executive officer of the Third Engineer Battalion on Okinawa, Japan. In 1960-1961 he commanded the First Pioneer Battalion at Camp Pendleton. His final tour of duty was at Marine Corps headquarters, MD, before voluntary retirement in August of 1964 as a lieutenant colonel.

Moving to the high country of northern Colorado, he owned a small motor lodge and later worked at the Winter Park ski area. Craig was active in the Masonic Scottish Rite and Shrine organizations; The Retired Officers Association and the National and Local Chosin Few. The family thanks Hospice Family Care of Tucson and Care Partners of Green Valley for their support.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Charity (Moore) Tumer, and a son. Lance. He is survived by his wife, Patricia "Trish"; children, Ginna Tumer and Jeff Turner; stepdaughter Meg (Tim) Domfeld; and grandsons, Janston Tumer and Thomas, Edward, and Jacob Miller Remembrances, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Shrine Hospital Burn Center,

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Services were held on 31 March 2001 at the Luce Funeral Home in Faulkton, SD. Green Valley News & Sun—28 March 2001

WILLIAM ROBERTS PFEFFERKORN '46 LCDR William R. Pfefferkom, USN (Ret.), died on 23 March 2001 of kidney failure at Anne Amndel General Hospital. At the time of his death, he had waged a 14month battle against nonHodgkin's lymphoma. He was 79 years old.

Born on 6 April 1921 in Baltimore. MD, to Jane Elizabeth Roberts and Samuel Louis Pfefferkom, he spent his early years in Baltimore. In his early teen years, the family moved to Lichendale Farm on Pfefferkom Road in Westem Howard County to pursue the familial passion for horses. An avid steeplechaser, "Billy" was a member of the Howard County Hunt Club.

He attended Saint John's Episcopal Church with his family. Following his 1938 graduation from Lisbon High School, he worked in the family business, Pfefferkorn's Coffee, and helped to run Lichendale Farm while applying to and preparing for enttance to the U.S. Naval Academy.

He entered the Academy in 1942, where he played soccer and eamed the nickname "Smiley" for his easy-going namre and broad smile. On his graduation day, 6 June 1945, he married fellow Howard County resident, Luciene Stim Ramsburg.

An enthusiastic Naval aviator, he flew airships (blimps) and P2V airplanes. He taught at the Naval Academy from 1957 to 1960. In his final sea tour on ESSEX, he was the ship's communications officer His many trips on sea duty took him around the world, which he documented in photographs, which he developed himself in his home darkroom.

Other hobbies included any sports, particularly golfing, brewing beer, and making soap from scratch.

Upon his retirement from the Navy in 1965, "Bill" began a new career as an enttepreneur and landlord in his chosen home of Annapolis, MD. By purchasing buildings that needed work, he accumulated residential and commercial properties throughout Annapolis and became a familiar figure in the downtown area. After repairing the properties with the help of employees, he rented the properties to students and families. Throughout his 36 years of business, bis tenants often noted his compassionate treatment. He was still mnning his business shortly before his death.

A memorial gathering was held on 31 March 2001 at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis.

Donations in memory of William Pfefferkom may be sent to Anne Amndel Medical Center Foundation, 64 Franklin Stteet, Annapohs, MD 21401.

Jean Pfefferkom Leslie

ROY BABBITT WEAVER '46 Commander Roy Babbitt Weaver, USN (Ret.), of Medford, NJ, died of cancer on 21 October 2000. He was 78 years old.

Roy was born in Fillmore, NY, and graduated as valedictorian from Fillmore High School at the age of 15. He later graduated with a degree in general science from Houghton College before leaving westem New York to attend the Naval Academy.

Roy graduated from the Academy in 1945 with the accelerated Class of '46. As a Midshipman, he marched in the funeral procession for President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Roy's first assignment was with the newly commissioned Los ANGELES ( C A - 1 3 5 ) , during the

surface ships. LONG BEACH ( C G N - 9 ) and BAINBRIDGE

(DLGN-25).

Roy's next move was a short one, to the Boston Navy Yard where he served as industrial manager for the First Naval District.

After Boston, he reported to the Instmmentation Ship Project Office of the Naval Material Command in Washington, D.C, where he was in charge of converting selected cargo hulls into satelhte ttacking ships for use on the Pacific and Atlantic missile ranges. This assignment involved travel around the globe and was Roy's last tour before retiring from active duty in 1967.

In civilian life, Roy worked as an engineer for General Dynamics in Quincy, MA, and then for Stone & Webster in Boston, MA, specializing in quality conttol. He ttansferted to Stone & Webster's Cherry Hill, NJ, office in 1974, and lived the remainder of his life in Medford, NJ. He retired from Stone and Webster in 1987.

Roy was a licensed professional engineer and a member of the American Society of Naval Engineers and the American Society of Quality Conttol.

Roy kept very busy even in his second retirement. He loved ttaveling with his wife and family—especially trips to Europe via "Space A." He was a life member of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and was also active in The Retired Officer's Association. His other interests included carpentry, gardening, and photography.

In addition to his wife of 48 years, Alice Marie, he is survived by four sons, Richard A., Ronald R, Randall B., and Roger T ; and by a brother, Kent M. Weaver of Rushford, NY. Roy was buried with military honors in Nelson Bay Cemetery in Sealevel, NC. He will be remembered by family and friends as a decent, kind, and humble man, who also happened to be the greatest man any of us ever knew.

Roger Weaver

repatriation of Japanese army ttoops from China at the close of World War n . He served as assistant navigator, and later, after attending radar school in Hawaii, as electtonics officer.

His next duty was with IOWA (BB-61) as M division officer and main propulsion officer, intermpted by a two month assignment in Pearl Harbor, collecting data from stations around the Pacific measuring fallout from the atomic tests at Eniwetok.

In 1949, Roy attended the Navy Electtonics School in Great Lakes, IL, before reporting to the staff of Commander Service Force, Atlantic in Norfolk, VA, as part of the electronics maintenance team.

GRANT BARNEY APTHORP '47 After a year and a half of shore duty in NorCommander Grant folk, Roy retumed to sea as assistant engineering B. Apthorp, USN (Ret.), officer aboard BRUSH ( D D - 7 4 5 ) , which saw action died in Tucson, AZ, of a in the Korean War. After reluming to the United heart attack following States in August 1952, Roy was married in Baltisurgery at the University more to Alice Marie Taylor of Sealevel, NC. The Medical Center, on 19 newlyweds then drove across the country pulling a April 2001.

30-foot house ttailer in time for Roy to begin postGrant Apthorp was graduate school in Monterey, CA. He graduated in bom in East Cleveland, 1955 with a master's degree in electronics.

OH, in 1925 and received Roy's next assignment took him back to the his appointment to the East Coast, where he served aboard ROBERT K. Academy from diat state. He graduated in June 1946 HUNTINGTON ( D D - 7 8 1 ) , "the Bouncing Bobby K," widi die Class of 1947, a member of die 3rd Company as operations officer.

Upon graduation, be was assigned to duty in William Pfefferkom is survived by his wife In 1957, Roy joined the staff of the ERASER (DM-24), and stayed at sea with the mine of 56 years, Luciene Pfefferkom of Annapolis, MD; Commander-in-Chief, Atlantic Fleet in Norfolk as force until assignment to submarine school in Januson, Robert Lee Pfefferkom of Annapolis, MD; the assistant for electronics in the Operational ary of 1949, with a time out in September 1947 to daughters, Anne Pfefferkom Small of Annapolis, Readiness Section. There, Roy shared a workspace marry Nancy Bloss of Euclid, OH, and another in MD, and Jean Pfefferkom Leslie of Ellicott City, with the assistant for aviation, future astronaut, late 1948, for a short electronics school course at MD; brothers, Samuel Louis Pfefferkom Jr of Alan Shepard.

Treasure Island, CA. Upon graduation from Ellicott City, MD, Louis Charles Pfefferkom of During his tour in Norfolk, Roy was selected Submarine School in June of 1949, he served in Mount Airy, and James Walter Pfefferkom of West as an engineering duty officer, and his future PICKEREL (SS-524) until assigned in 1951 to the Staff Friendship; sister, Peggy Pfefferkom Cunningham assignments involved ship building and repair He of ComSubPac—then-Vice Admiral "Swede" of Bel Air; and 13 grandchildren. He was moved north to Massachusetts in 1959, where he Momsen '20—where he served through early 1953. predeceased by his son, Dixon William Pfefferkom; supervised and inspected Bethlehem Steel's Quincy From June 1953 until August of 1955, he was a sister, Jane Pfefferkom Sharp; and his parents.

Yard for the Navy. In Quincy, Roy supervised the student in Monterey at the Postgraduate School in steel work on the Navy's first two nuclear powered electtonics engineering. In 1955 he served as XO

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Polaris program at Sunnyvale from 1957 through 1959. In 1960 he became commanding officer of iREX (SS-482) and led her to two E's. In 1962 he began a two-year tour with the Bureau of Ships, then served three years as research and development officer on the staff of ComSubLant, until in 1967 he retired on the day before he was scheduled to make captain, and went ashore with Nancy and their five daughters to live on the farm they had acquired in Griswold, CT. Among the myriad other animals on "the farm," they raised horses, but the stories were legion about the proliferation of other beasts. The winter when the baby lambs (nine of them!) spent a month in the kitchen became famous as the time the kitchen had to be shoveled just like the barn.

Grant claimed Dr. Doolittle was a piker.

He and Nancy stayed busy, but had time to involve themselves deeply in local Republican pohtics, and Grant served from 1972 through 1976 in the Connecticut State Legislamre, in addition to his work with two engineering consulting firms.

In 1995-1996 they relocated to Madison, in their native Ohio, "snowbirding" to Arizona in the winter. They then decided that Arizona was 'it", and in 1998 moved permanently to Tucson. During all this, they managed to squeeze in about 30 cmisesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Europe, the Middle East, India, Russia, and points beyond and in between! Grant served several of "47"s Class Secretaries as a very efficient skip ttacer, ttacking down missing Classmates, and providing enlightening (and usually hilarious) commentary on the places they visited on their cmises; and most recently had embarked upon the task of being a Director of their Retirement Community. They had returned from a trip to Egypt just two months before his death.

In addition to Nancy, his wife of 53 years; "Appy"' is survived by four daughters: Nancy Ann, Diane, Dmane, and Barbara Ann; and eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by another daughter, Lee Ann. Memorial services are planned for 10:30 a.m. on 17 August 2001 at the Naval Academy Chapel, followed by inumment of his ashes at the Naval Academy Columbarium, with military honors. A reception will follow at the USNA Officers' and Faculty Club.

Donations in memory of Grant Apthorp may be made to the Christian Children's Fund, 2821 Emery wood Parkway, P.O. Box 26511, Richmond, VA 23286-8818.

Chet Shaddeau '47

RICHARD CHARLES ADAMS '48 Captain Richard C "Dick" Adams, USN (Ret.), of Amelia Island, FL, died on Friday, 13 April 2001 at Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL, following a lengthy illness. He was 74 years old.

A native of Liberia, West Africa, he was the son of the late Virgil and Myrta Wilson Adams and had lived in Nassau County since 1991. He was a 1948 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and had a master's degree from Princeton University. He rose to the rank of captain during 30 years of service to his country as an aviator and test pilot for the Navy with tours of duty in Korea and Vietnam. He flew more than 150 combat missions and was the commander of VF-14, one of the

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oldest military squadrons. He also served as the executive officer for SARATOGA in the late 1960s and was commanding officer of MARS in the early 1970s.

He retired from active duty in 1975 with the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star, a Meritorious Service Medal, six air medals and a Navy Commendation.

Following his retirement, he was employed as a consultant for the B.D.M. Corporation for ten years. He and his wife, Winna Sue Adams, lived in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, for several years, before moving to Amelia Island ten years ago. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Femandina Beach Men's Golf Association. He was also a Master Mason and a member of the Methodist faith.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years; a son, Scott Victor (Patricia) Adams of Femandina Beach, FL; a daughter, Carol Jean Adams of Arlington, VA; a grandson; four nephews; a niece; and a brother, Eugene Adams.

A memorial service was held in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Home with the Rev. Bruce T. Jones of Memorial United Methodist Church officiating. Burial took place on 26 April 2001 at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, with full military honors.

Memorials may be made to Doctors without Boundaries, 2040 Avenue of the Stars, Fourth Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90067.

THOMAS KING DYER '50 Captain Thomas K. Dyer, USAF, died on 10 Febmary 2001, at his home in Roanoke, TX, with his entire family at his side.

Like many of his classmates, Tom served in the Navy during World War II and studied at the Naval Academy Prep School before entering the Naval Academy in June 1946.

He graduated in June 1950 and was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force. He served primarily at McDill AFB in Tampa, FL, where he met and married his lovely wife, Ima Jean White.

He left the service in 1954 and went to Louisville, KY, where he had been born and raised, to work for Kentucky Home Mumal Life. He left that company in 1960 and joined Lincoln National Life in Ft. Wayne, IN. While in that employ, he became one of the first in the insurance industry to obtain the title. Certified Life Underwriter (CLU).

In 1972, he joined Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company in Dallas, TX. Tom was an eminently successful businessman, attaining the position of regional vice president while with Pacific Mutual Life. He retired in 1992.

Tom was an avid golfer and consistently involved in civic affairs in his community and his church. Among his civic contributions, which were many, he qualified and served as an Emergency Medical Technician for the local fire department.

He also served on the Utilities Commission of his community. A pillar of his church, he also served as chairman of their finance committee.

Tom was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather He took great pleasure in his grandfathering role in the family. He is survived by his wife, Ima Jean; his daughters, Chris and Nancy; son, Ted; and six grandchildren.

Deke Forbes '50

R I C H A R D CLOIDT LIVINGSTON '51 Richard C Livingston died on Friday, 30 March 2001 at Hospice House in Monterey, CA. He had suffered from emphysema for several years.

He was 73 years old.

Dick was born 18 June 1927 in Plattsmouth, NE, where he attended grammar and high schools before entering the University of Nebraska. After a year at Nebraska, he enlisted in the Navy and received a fleet appointment to the Naval Academy. He entered the Academy in July 1947 and was graduated with the Class of 1951. During his First Class Year, Dick was the 21st Company Commander After graduation he served a year aboard GEORGE CLYMER (APA27). After finding the infamous "George Clymer Bridge," Dick received orders to flight ttaining, and flew Navy Air for six years serving as squadron maintenance officer and as a plane commander in P2V, R4D/5/6, and JD-1 aircraft.

He left the Navy in 1957 and served in BuShips as a project engineer for SUB ROC, DASH, ASROC, and ASTOR shipboard weapons systems installations. While at BuShips, Dick received the Superior Performance Award.

Dick left BuShips in 1962 to join NASA as chief of Future Projects for Flight Crew Requirements. In this assignment he analyzed system performance requirements and characteristics for crew support systems for manned space flight missions.

He next became a manned space flight engineer for advanced systems responsible for defining, planning, and formulating a program to develop alternate, improved back-up hardware subsystems for Apollo, Apollo Applications, and Space Shuttle.

In 1971, he was promoted to Chief, Space Shuttie Grround Systems responsible for planning budgeting, procurement, design, development, and installation of the space shuttle ground systems for launch. For his work at NASA, Dick received the NASA Exceptional Service Award, and the NASA Group Achievement Award for Ground Operations.

He took an early retirement from NASA in 1979 to care for his first wife. Gale, who was critically ill.

Dick left retirement in 1982 to return to the aerospace industry as a senior scientist with ORl, Inc. He worked at ORl until 1985 providing technical and administrative support to the Navy's Submarine Launched Tomahawk Cruise Missile Program Manager. He supported the Tomahawk Program Manager with weapon system maintenance planning, support and test equipment requirements definition, and other aspects of integrated logistics support.

Dick had a responsible and successful career as a naval aviator, shipboard systems engineer, space flight engineer, and advanced systems program manager.

Known as "Moose" to his Classmates, Dick was a well-known and well-liked member of the Class of '51. An avid golfer and long-ball hitter, Dick was always ready for a round with friends or visiting Classmates. He lived in Carmel and Salinas for the past 14 years, and loved to play the courses at Rancho Caiiada, Pebble Beach, and Spyglass. Dick's Classmates attest that he was tough to beat on his own turf.

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Dick was a great friend. Classmate, and messmate who gave selflessly of his time and energy to help those in need. A man of great sttength and character, he was tireless in his service to others. Dick, old bud, you will be sorely missed.

Sam Ginder '51

JOHN JOSEPH FOLEY JR. '52 John Joseph Foley Jr., passed away at his Richardson, TX, home on 22 May 2001, following a short illness.

He was bom in Menominee, MI, on 25 April 1929, the son of John J. and Constance Foley.

Both parents and a sister, Constance Foley Goetschel, predeceased him.

John attended schools in Menominee and was granted an athletic scholarship to Marquette University where he attended in the year prior to his entry into the U.S. Naval Academy on appointment

by Senator Charles Potter By some unique tum of events, three other Menominee men. Walker Larimer, Warren Anderson, and Herb Burridge entered the Naval Academy with him in 1948. While at the Academy, John participated in varsity football, intramural wrestling and basketball, and attended daily Mass regularly, often forcing his roommate to accompany him. John graduated in 1952 and received his commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force.

His first assignment was flight training at Hondo Air Base in Hondo, TX, where he met and married Barbara Ann "Bobbe" Zert in July of 1953.

Subsequent to his assignment to Hondo, John was assigned to Carswell AFB, Ft. Worth, TX, as a civil engineer; had a tour in Prestwick, Scotiand, then remmed to Carswell AFB where he resigned from the Air Force in 1957 to assume employment in the aerospace industry. Assignments included work in Califomia and in Utah; he retumed to Texas in 1960 to work for several years with Texas Instmments.

Blessed with a constant entrepreneurial penchant, John became a successful real estate broker and was additionally instmmental in the creation of several high-tech companies in the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Bobbe; his son, Robert Mark Foley and his wife, Nina, and their children, Tara, Blake, Nikki, and John Taylor; his daughter, Deborah Ann Schrock, and her husband, Michael, and their children, Ryan and Heather, of McAllen, TX; a sister, Marsha Murphy of Denver, CO; and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

The writer of this "Last Call" had the honor of rooming with John during our days at the Academy (our other "wife" was Bob Bowser).

There will never be another to compare with John.

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challenges we would face, some academic, some personal, and some militaryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and there were many!

Those who were close to John knew him as a warm, sincere, and dedicated friend. During the Dark Ages between Christmas and Mid-term exams, John's sense of humor and positive attimde kept oui spirits high. When John and 1 decided we wanted to go Air Force, we looked at the propaganda regarding choices of bases for flight training. One read: "Hondo AB, located 15 miles from historic Casttoville and 12 miles from picmresque Yancey."

The ad worked! We both met our respective wives there 48 years ago.

Shortly before John passed away, on his 72nd birthday on 25 April, Classmate Walt Larimer, one of aforementioned Menominee four, wrote a most touching and inspirational "Happy Birthday" letter to John, and reminded him of the fond memories of their friendship and how fortunate he was to have a wife like Bobbe. Walt said: "The wonderful and enthusiastic descriptions you gave me about a very pretty girl named Bobbe that you met! I believe you said that you had met Bobbe while you were infiight training in Hondo and that you were still dating this girl steadily. You had strong expectations that one day you 'd surely marry this gal but you also had a few uncertainties about how a Michigan raised guy like you might fit in well with the Texas ranch scenario and with Bobbe's protective brothers. I guess all these negative thoughts vanished completely when you went on your first hunting trip with those brothers and found out that you did fit in quite nicely. You 've always fit in well with peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; wherever and whenever."

How appropriate and tme these words are. We will sorely miss him but will never forget him. It is a comfort to add that in his final weeks at home he was surtOunded by his loving family and dearest friends and was under excellent Hospice Care.

A memorial mass was held at All Saints Catholic Church in Dallas, TX, on 25 May 2001 with a private inumment on Memorial Day at the Dallas/Ft. Worth National Cemetery Columbarium.

Memorials in the name of John J. Foley Jr. may be made to any of the following: Texas Cancer Associates, 8230 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 706, Dallas, TX, 75231; University of Texas, Southwest Moncrieff Cancer Center, 1450 Eighth Avenue, Ft. Worth, TX, 76104; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 332 N. Lauderdale Street, Memphis, TN 38105.

Ron Shaw '52

THOMAS GEORGE WELLER JR. '52 LCDR Thomas G. Weller Jr., USN (Ret.), died suddenly Wednesday, 11 April 2001 in South Jersey Hospital, in Millville, NJ. He was 71 years old.

J"^ '^^^B Bom in Allentown, PA, he graduated from f ^ H Valley Forge Military Academy in 1947, the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, in 1952 and the University of Califomia, Berkley, for his master's degree in 1964.

Mr. Weller was a career naval officer. He served 20 years in the Navy and flew cartierbased planes. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a

lieutenant commander in 1972. He served during the Korean and Vietnam wars.

After his retirement, he worked for maul Brothers of Millville and Glass Machines Co. of Vineland. He was vice president of Systems Engineering Associated Corp. (Seacor) of Moorestown.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mellville, where he served as the chairman of the board of tmstees. He was a former member of the Millville Rotary Club and a current member of the Millville Kiwanis Club, where he was a member of the board of directors.

He was a member of the board of the American Cancer Society of Cumberland County from 1979 to 1997 and served two years as chairman. He was a volunteer for the American Cancer Society and a member of the Regional Cancer Center of Millville.

In 1993 he received a Quality of Life Rehabilitation Award from the New Jersey American Cancer Society and in 1997 he received the Volunteer Service Award from the South New Jersey Council of Issues on Aging.

He is survived by his wife, Nina Davis Weller; two sons, Thomas G. Weller III of Mays Landing, and James A. Weller of Jacksonville, FL; a daughter, Karen Jan Weller of Anaheim, CA; and five grandchildren, Ryan, Jeffery, Eric, Corinne, and Colleen Weller.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 201 N. Second Street, Millville, NJ 08332; or the American Cancer Society of Cumberland County, P.O. Box 239, Vineland, NJ 08360.

DANIEL PAUL SPERLING '53 Colonel Daniel P. Sperling, USAF (Ret.), departed from this life on Tuesday 22 May 2001.

He was 71 years old.

Bom in Los Angeles, CA, he began his military career in 1947 as a seaman recruit in the United States Navy.

His extensive academic accomplishments included graduation from the Naval Academy in 1953, a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from the Air Force Institute of Technology in 1962, a master of aerospace operations management from the University of Southem Califomia in 1970, and a master of education from Pepperdine University in 1972. In addition to these achievements, he eamed several other college degrees of various specialties. Lifelong leaming was his passion.

Upon graduation from the Naval Academy, he was commissioned in the United States Air Force.

He retired from military service in 1981 and had lived in Poquoson, VA, for the last 23 years.

His level of dedication to his military career pales in comparison to his devotion to family. He would have celebrated 38 years of marriage with his devoted and loving wife, Jean, on 24 May. Other survivors include his son. Major Ron Sperling, USAF, and his wife, Gigi; daughter, Julie West and her husband. Bill; daughter, Laura Gendron and her husband, Tim; son, Todd and his wife, Kim; thiee grandchildren; and his niece, Ramona Propst. In his final years, he grew very close to his three grandchildren, Evan (son of Ron and Gigi), Jacob and Shipmate, July-August 2001

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Burial was held on 1 June 2001 in Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Poquoson Volunteer Rescue Squad, 1035 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 96911, Washington, D.C. 20090-6911.

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RODERICK ARCHIBALD CAMERON '54 Roderick A. Cameron died of heart failure on 11 April 2001 at the Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville, NC. He was 72 years old.

Rod was born in Wilmington, MA, on 8 September 1928, the son l — ^ of Roderick and Helen Heath Cameron. A memorial service was held on 14 April 2001 in the chapel of Calvin & Cook Funeral Home in Mooresville. His remains were cremated and will be scattered in Connecticut by his son.

Prior to entering the Academy with the Class of 1954 via NAPS, Rod had served in the Navy as an enlisted submariner and had eamed his silver dolphins. In the 23rd Company, Rod was a member of the Boat Club for four years and was qualified to command battalion yawls. He was also a member of the Photo Club, Foreign Languages Club, Radio and Electronics Club and Foreign Relations Club. His roommates remember him well for having electronic equipment that he built stmng on top of their desks.

After graduation. Rod's first assignment was on the destroyer PLTTNAM. In 1955, he graduated from basic officer's submarine school and then served on PIPER for two years. His next assignment was to the submarine base at New London, after

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Rod resigned from the Navy in 1958 and worked as an electrical engineer at the Electric Boat Co. in Groton, CT. While employed at Electric Boat, he met and married Ann Neal. In 1978, Rod left Electric Boat and became director of engineering at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in New London, CT. He retired from that job in 1988. After living in Southeastem Connecticut for 25 years. Rod and Ann moved to Rorida and then to Mooresville, NC. His widow, Ann; four stepchildren; ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren survive him.

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ROBERT LEWIS CORNELL '54 On 29 July 1998, Bob Cornell died of congestive heart failure and pneumonia in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where he was interted.

Bob was bom on 25 February 1930 in Ada, OK. He graduated from Ardmore High School in Ardmore, OK, and then attended the University of Oklahoma for two years while enrolled in the NROTC program. He was appointed a Midshipman and entered the U. S. Naval Academy on 17 June 1950. He qualified by college certificate and received his appointment from the 3rd Congressional District of Oklahoma.

Bob was in the 2nd Company and lived in the First Wing of Bancroft Hall. He graduated with distinction (the only one in the 2nd Company of 34 strong) on 4 June 1954, and was commissioned an ensign, in the Navy Line (surface warfare). Shortly after graduation. Bob married the former Carolyn Costello of Baltimore, MD. Bob's first assignment was in the engineering department on the destroyer EVERSOLE ( D D - 7 8 9 ) ,

homeported in Long Beach, CA. He made several deployments to the Westem Pacific with Destroyer Squadron 3. After a couple of years on EVERSOLE, he selected assignment to engineering duty only.

He was then assigned to duty under instmction at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA, where he eamed a master's degree in naval architecmre and engineering in 1959. He then was assigned to the Naval shipyard in Bremerton, WA, where he was involved in the supervision of the constmction of Iwo JIMA and the hospital and supply ship SACRAMENTO. Upon commissioning of SACRAMENTO, he deployed with her as the engineering officer Following duty on SACRAMENTO, Bob was assigned to the Bureau of Ships, Washington, D.C, where Bob oversaw the ship construction and armaments of naval ships and tankers. He also served on various investigative boards and reviews.

As a lieutenant commander. Bob decided to change direction and career and resigned his commission in August 1967.

He worked for a short time for ITT in California on special projects. In 1968 Bob moved to Houston, TX, where he worked for the Exxon Corp. in product research until 1976. He then spent the next two years as an independent consultant in ship stability. In 1978, Bob and Carolyn divorced. The following two years found Bob in Saudi Arabia working for ARAMCO, an Arabian Oil Company. In 1981 he moved back to Houston, TX, where he worked for an oil company, building offshore oil rigs. He then moved to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to be involved in the salvage of a ship, and worked there for about three years. In 1985, he joined the General Electric Co. of Houston, TX, and worked on offshore RADAR projects on the island of Andros in the Bahamas. During this time he married Carmen Garza of Santo Domingo. In 1995, Bob retired and they moved to Santo Domingo, where he built a home for themselves, and other houses for investment purposes, ownership, and rental income.

He is survived by his mother, Sudie Roland Cornell of Ardmore, OK; his wife. Carmen; his

former wife, Carolyn; and their five children, Nance Friedman, John Stephen, Robert Matthew, Lewis Paul, Tertence John; and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, John David, and sister, Sudie Ann. A memorial service was held on 8 August 1998 at the First United Methodist Church in Pasadena, TX (a Houston suburb). A memorial marker will be placed in Rose Hill Cemetery in Ardmore, OK. Ed Tipshus '54

DAVID MATHIESON WALKER '66 Captain David M. Walker, USN, born 20 May 1944, an astronaut and aviator who flew on four space shuttle missions and was decorated as a Navy fighter pilot, died on 23 April 2001 at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. He was 56 years old and hved in McCall, ID. Dave's family said his illness was sudden and recent, but they did not give any details. Dave, retired as a Navy captain, and an astronaut in 1996.

He was among the first group of space shuttle astronauts chosen by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in 1978. He flew as a pilot aboard the Discovery shuttle in 1984 on the first mission in which a shuttle retrieved satellites. He went on to command three shuttle missions, in 1989, 1992 and 1995. James S. Voss, curtently a resident aboard the Intemational Space Station, flew twice in space with Dave and, aware of his illness, spoke with him by radio shortly before his death. Dave liked to live life on the edge and enjoyed his stints as a fighter pilot, a test pilot, and a shuttle commander, said Colonel Robert D. Cabana, USMC, an astronaut and longtime friend. "He was kind of a throwback to the 1960s," Colonel Cabana said.

A native of Columbus, GA, Dave graduated from the Naval Academy in 1966 and became an aviator. During the Vietnam War, he flew F-4 Phantom fighters from the carriers ENTERPRISE and AMERICA and received the Distinguished Flying Cross. He later attended test pilot school at Edwards Air Force Base in Califomia and served as an engineering pilot at the Naval Air Test Center Patuxent River, MD. He logged more than 7,500 hours flying time, including 6,500 hours in jet aircraft, and tallied nearly 725 hours in space. Dave once said that flying in space was "the most spectacular human experience that I've been involved in."

After leaving NASA, he was the vice president of marketing for two technical start-ups, and then was the global industry manager of the aviation segment of DuPont's safety consulting business.

Since last year, Dave was the president of the Idaho Aviation Foundation, a non-profit (501(c)3) organization raising money for and supporting general aviation interests in Idaho. Most recently, he was working to re-open a grass strip on Lake Cascade. He was enjoying downhill skiing all winter, flying his Cessna 180 every clear day, and playing with his dogs on his five-acre property in McCall.

Dave was also a technical consultant for the 1998 film Deep Impact, which was about a comet striking Earth. Flags were flown at half-staff at Johnson Space Center in Houston until Dave's 219

LAST CALL burial at Arlington National Cemetery on 24 May 2001.

Dave is survived by his wife, the former Paige Lucas; and two sons from a previous martiage to Patricia Shea.

The family has asked that anyone wishing to remember Dave, do so by conttibuting to the Idaho Aviation Foundation, P.O. Box 1558, McCall, ID 83638.

DOUGLAS FARRINGTON MUIR '69 Douglas F. Muir died on the aftemoon of 8 March 2001, at the East Orange, NJ, Veterans Hospital of respiratory failure due to cancer.

He was 53 years old. He was a resident of the Princeton, NJ, area for the past 15 years.

Born in Bethesda, MD, on 3 March 1948, he was the second son to the Navy family of Frederic W. and Ruth Roberts Muir The family settled in San Diego, CA, the city Doug called home.

Doug was appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Califomia, and graduated with the Class of 1969 as a member of the 12th Company, making him a third-generation Naval officer. He continued his association with the Academy through membership in the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

Doug came to the Academy as an avid and expert golfer with a distinguished scholastic and recreational record from the San Diego area. He was a standout on the Navy golf team from the outset. He also discovered his talent and love for fencing competition during the mandatory Plebe Summer training.

After commissioning, Doug served in PORTERFIELD ( D D - 6 8 2 ) until she was decommissioned, and then in VANCOUVER ( L P D - 2 ) as a

division officer in the deck department and later as the navigator and navigation department head, for which he was spot-promoted to lieutenant.

During that sea tour he participated in three deployments to Vietnam, and won the squadron ship-handling award. In recognition of this achievement, he was awarded the choice of his next billet.

He chose to go to the Bureau of Naval Personnel where, as Head, Enlisted Selection Boards, he implemented the first officer-type selection process for enlisted naval personnel.

Following his transition from the Navy to mufti, Doug worked for Mobil Oil Corporation in various human resource positions, including human resource manager for the exploration and producing division, worldwide. Following his time with Mobil Oil, he worked for Guy Carpenter & Company, as senior vice president of human resources, in New York City.

Doug is survived by his wife, Rhonda Respini Muir, of Princeton, NJ; his sons, Jason D. and Justin D. Muir, of Princeton, NJ; his brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Saundra Muir, of Vista, CA; his three nephews, Robert, Kevin, and John Muir, of the San Diego, CA, area; and a great-nephew.

Memorial services were held in Princeton for his many East Coast family and friends. West Coast 220

family and friends attended his funeral on 23 March 2001, with full military honors, at Ft. Rosecrans National Cemetery, in San Diego, CA. The outpouring of love, affection, and respect at these memorials by friends from each phase of his life highlighted the depth of his involvement and contributions to the community. Although Doug was a disabled veteran and received care from the Veterans Administration, his death from lung cancer was unexpected. His philosophical and measured approach to his illnesses, as to his life, was a source of strength to all that knew him.

Memorial contributions may be made to your local Disabled American Veterans Chapter F.H. "Mike " Michaelis Jr '69

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Jeff Berg '72

GREG MARTIN '75 Greg Martin died on 20 February 2001 in Sidney, OH. He was 48 years old. He graduated with the Class of 1975 and was a member of the 3rd Company.

Greg was born and raised in Greenville, OH. He was president of his high school class, was quarterback of the football team and was a hurdler on the ttack team. An English major at the Naval Academy, he was also a hurdler on the track team.

Upon graduation from the Academy, he served as a surface warfare officer on JONAS INGRAM (DD-938)

ROBERT GERHARD SMITH '72 Robert G. "Bobo" Smith tragically died in a fire in his home on 9 November 2000 in Potsdam, NY. Services were held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Potsdam. He was 50 years old.

Bobo, as he was affectionately known to his friends and Classmates, was bom on 2 Febmary 1950 in Brooklyn, NY, to William and Evelyn Olsen Smith. He grew up in Carson City, NV, and was a star athlete at Carson City High. Tuming down athletic scholarships to Notre Dame and an offer to join the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise, Bobo entered the Naval Academy on 26 June 1968 with the Class of 1972. Bobo continued to excel in athletics at the Academy as a pitcher on the Navy baseball team. He was most proud of pitching a 2-0 shutout against Army in the spring of 1972. Always easy going and ready to help his Ninth Company Classmates, Bobo had a warm, caring heart and an endearing gentle nature.

Upon graduation, Bobo reported aboard FORT FISCHER in San Diego, CA, participating in the Vietnam evacuation in April 1975. He then served as executive officer of a swift boat detachment homeported in San Diego. After the Navy, Bobo pursued a successful financial services career with Dean Witter Reynolds in Reno, NV, until it was abmptly cut short when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 1986. Bobo courageously endured several surgeries and lengthy treatment, which eventually resulted in the remission of the cancer.

With his illness at bay, Bobo, his wife, Pam, and young son, Justin, started a new life in Potsdam, NY, where they lived on a large farm.

Bobo became very active in many local Potsdam organizations and community activities.

He was a judge for the speech and debate team for Potsdam Central School for six years. He volunteered his time at St. Mary's School where Pam is a teacher, and coached several youth sports teams.

He was a Fourth Knight in the local Knights of Columbus, and active member of the Kiwanis Club of Nevada.

Bobo is survived by his wife, Pam; son, Justin; and his father, William X. Smith of Carson City, NV. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Robert Smith Memorial Fund,

and was also an instructor at Surface Warfare Office School in Newport, RI. When he resigned from the Navy in 1980, he joined Coming Glassworks as a production supervisor in Parkersburg, WV. From 1981 until 1985, he held sales positions at Air Products and Chemicals in Dayton, OH. He was the national manager of the Network Services Group of Ungermann-Bass in Detroit and Cincinnati from 1985 to 1993. In 1994, he joined Kirk NationaLease in Sidney, OH. Most recently, he was president of the company.

He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Sidney, OH, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, Sidney Moose Lodge, United Way, VESPA Quarterback Club and was an avid golfer and member of the Piqua Country Club.

He was a member of the Sidney Football and Wrestlers Booster Club and was an avid high school sports fan.

Greg is survived by his wife, Jill, to whom he was married in December 1975; two sons, Ben and Andrew; his mother, Carolyn Davenport; three sisters, Debbie, Cindy and Angle; and 15 nieces and nephews.

Memorial services were held at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sidney, OH, and he was buried at St. John Church Cemetery in Greenville, OH, with full military graveside honors.

Memorials can be made to the Greg Martin Children's Fund, c/o Firstar Bank, PO. Box 4577, Sidney, OH 45365 (Attn: Jamie Wurstner) or St. John's Lutheran Church, c/o Handbell Fund, 120 West Water Stteet, Sidney, OH 45365.

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LAST CALL JOSEPH BRENDAN NELSON '90 Joseph B. Nelson passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident on 29 April 2001 in Lake Elsinore, CA. Bom on 25 September 1968 in Wichita Falls, TX, Joe was the eldest child of Maureen and Thomas Nelson. The family moved to Long Branch, NJ, and then to Denver eventually settling in Grand Island, NE, in 1978. Joe attended Grand Island Northwest High School and graduated in 1986. He then entered the Naval Academy at Annapolis in the fall of 1987, where he met his Classmate and future wife, Laurie, during his first day there. Joe and Laurie were in the same Company during Plebe Year, and Joe grew and excelled at the Academy during his four years, participating in wide and varied activities.

Afrer graduating from Annapolis, Joe attended the Surface Warfare Officer's School in Coronado, CA, and Engineering Officer of the Watch School in San Diego, CA, prior to reporting aboard CH.'WDLER ( D D G - 9 9 6 ) in 1991 where his initial assign-

ment was as fuels officer. After graduation, Laurie was assigned as a Navy civil engineer on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean. The couple spent a very long year apart. The time and distance served to sttengthen their bond and Joe and Laurie were

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martied on 25 July 1992 in Phillipsburg, PA. Never a better match was made.

Joe progressed through engineering and topside billets on CHANDLER eventually settling in as the ship's first lieutenant. During his time on CHANDLER, he eamed the friendship and respect of all who had the pleasure of serving with him, officer and enlisted alike. In 1994, Joe accepted orders to Assault Craft Unit One in Coronado as the safety and legal officer. As always, Joe's competency and personality earned him a spot among those most respected at the command.

Joe left the Navy in 1996 working for Sony and doing various private investigative work while also working toward enrollment in the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Academy and eventual assignment as a Special Agent in the DEA. Joe's family life blossomed during this period and on 28 March 1998, his precious daughter Meaghan Emily was bom. Joe soon graduated from the DEA Academy and was assigned to the Ontario Airport in Riverside County. Joe enjoyed the challenge and camaraderie as a DEA Special Agent and the family settled in Corona, CA. Joe and Laurie's love continued to grow—as did the family with the addition of a beautiful boy, Nathaniel Patrick, born on 9 September 1999.

Joe was the consummate husband, father and friend; never a more kind, giving, patient and loving man walked the earth. He will be sorely missed and often thought of as those of us left behind grapple with his loss. Joe's life, although

far too short, was full; his wife and children loved him beyond bound, as was the love he felt and retumed to them. As we moum his loss, let us not forget to celebrate his life—he was a good man and he will live on in our memories until we, too, join him.

Joe is survived by his wife, Laurie; their children, daughter, Meaghan and son, Nate; his parents, Maureen and Thomas Nelson; his sisters.

Colleen, Kathy, and Maggie; and his brother. Bob. Laurie's wish for Meaghan and Nate is to understand how truly wonderful their father was and to keep his memory alive within them. She has asked that any thoughts or memories of Joe be written down in the form of a letter to his children that can be shared with them when they are a little older.

A tmst fund has been established for Meaghan and Nate. If you wish to make a contribution, please make a check payable to: Laurie S. Nelson, Tmstee of the Nelson Children Trust. Letters and contributions may be sent to: 13768 Buckskin Trail Drive, Corona, CA 92883 The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for all the phone calls, prayers, visits, cards, flowers, and expressions of love during this time of loss. We know Joe was the best father, husband, brother, friend, and colleague and the family appreciates everyone letting them know just how much Joe meant to them. Joe has touched a ttemendous number of hves during his life, which was all too short. He is loved and missed by so many.

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