2013 September-October Shipmate

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Plebe Parents Weekend 2013 Approximately 3,000 family members and friends visited the Academy during the 2013 Plebe Parents Weekend, 8-11 August. Parents Weekend, held at the end of the sixth week of Plebe Summer, provides parents with the opportunity to reunite with their sons and daughters and learn about their lives as midshipmen. Tecumseh welcomed parents, family members and friends to the Academy grounds with a new paint job provided by the Class of 2017. Inset: During Plebe Parents Weekend, the Alumni Association and Foundation hosted a reception for Naval Academy legacy parents (Naval Academy graduates whose children are in the Class of 2017). Photos courtesy of Barbara Hendricks

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Plebe All-Comers Track Meet On 27 July 2013, members of the Class of 2017 participated in the all-comers Plebe Summer track meet. Plebes competed in various running, throwing and jumping events and cheered each other on. Inset: Members of the Class of 2017 23rd Platoon cheer on track meet participants. Photos courtesy of Barbara Hendricks

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ANCIENT MYSTERIES OF THE AMERICAS

16 JANUARY–3 FEBRUARY 2014 Miami to Lima aboard the Oceania Cruises REGATTA. Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, the Panama Canal and Lima, GoNext. 19 days. From $3,999 per person, plus air.

EXPEDITION TO ANTARCTICA

31 JANUARY–13 FEBRUARY 2014 Aboard M.S. L’AUSTRAL. Experience the White Continent in its unspoiled state with icebergs, turquoise glaciers, bustling penguin rookeries and breaching whales. Gohagan & Company. 14 days. From $7,695 per person, plus air.

PASSAGE TO BURMA/MYANMAR

1-12 FEBRUARY 2014 Discover Myanmar, a country long isolated from the outside world. Alumni Holidays. 12 days. From $5,695 per person, plus air.

CARIBBEAN DISCOVERY

12-22 FEBRUARY 2014 The Caribbean aboard the elegant Oceania Cruises’ RIVIERA. Miami to Tortola, Antigua, Barbados, St. Lucia and St. Barts. GoNext. 11 days. From $2,699 per person, plus air.

ASIAN EXPLORATIONS

20 FEBRUARY–10 MARCH 2014 Oceania Cruises’ NAUTICA. Hong Kong to Japan, Korea and China. GoNext. 19 days. From $6,399 per person, plus air.

HISTORIC REFLECTIONS

20 APRIL–1 MAY 2014 With Joint Academy Travel 5-15 OCTOBER 2014 Navy Cruise Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, RIVIERA. Barcelona, Marseille, Aix and Avignon, Monte Carlo, Florence, Amalfi and Positano,Taormina, Kusadasi, Turkey, Santorini and Athens. GoNext. 12 days. From $3,499 per person, plus air.

ANTEBELLUM SOUTH

9-18 MAY 2014 New Orleans to Memphis—Celebrate authentic Americana aboard the luxury steamboat AMERICAN QUEEN as you cruise along the Mississippi River, stopping in Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas. GoNext. 10 days. From $2,549 per person, plus air.

ITALIAN INSPIRATION

14-22 MAY 2014 Cruise aboard Oceania Cruises INSIGNIA to ports in Italy, Croatia and Greece. GoNext. 9 days. From $2,299 per person, plus air.

SORRENTO—THE DIVINE AMALFI COAST

21-29 MAY 2014 With Joint Academy Travel Italy’s famed region of Campania—Amalfi, Sorrento, Capri and more. Alumni Holidays. 9 days. From $2,995 per person, plus air.

FLAVORS OF NORTHERN ITALY

31 MAY–8 JUNE 2014 Make a beautiful, historic Italian wine estate outside Verona your base as you explore the region, discovering Italy’s cultural connection from farm and table along the way. Orbridge. 9 days. From $4,499 per person, plus air.

NATIONAL PARKS AND LODGES

14-23 JUNE 2014 Amidst spectacular scenery and overnighting in extraordinary historic lodges that are destinations unto themselves, this journey traces the historic paths and natural splendors of the Old West. Orbridge. 10 days. From $3,295 per person, plus air.

CANADIAN ROCKIES

24-30 JULY 2014 A sampling of world-class Canadian resorts combined with breathtaking scenery highlight this seven-day Canadian Rockies program. Orbridge. 7 days. From $3,995 per person, plus air.

RUSSIA

26 JULY–8 AUGUST 2014 Moscow to St. Petersburg, with amazing stops along the way. Alumni Holidays. 14 days. From $4,495 per person, plus air.

DISCOVER SOUTHEAST ALASKA

2-9 AUGUST 2014 The inexorable forces of nature are on full display in Alaska—mountains eroded by the crushing force of massive glaciers, icebergs crowding cold aquamarine seas, the cycles of plants and animals compressed into the scant weeks of an arctic summer. Orbridge. 8 days. From $2,495 per person, plus air.

THE RHINE RIVER CRUISE

6-14 SEPTEMBER 2014 Aboard the 361-foot Avalon Artistry II, cruise the ancient trade route along the scenic shores of Germany and France, dotted with wonderful small villages and fascinating historic towns like Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Cologne and Amsterdam. Orbridge. 9 days. From $3,295 per person, plus air.

EASTERN AND ORIENTAL EXPRESS—BANGKOK TO BALI

13-25 SEPTEMBER 2014 An exciting journey to Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Alumni Holidays. 13 days. From $5,995 per person, plus air.

BARGING IN BURGUNDY

23 SEPTEMBER–3 OCTOBER 2014 Discover the bucolic countryside, luxuriant vineyards and picture postcard towns of Burgundy on a special program that explores the history and culture of this famous region. Alumni Holidays. 11 days. From $4,995 per person, plus air.

TANZANIA MIGRATION SAFARI

3-14 OCTOBER 2014 Arusha National Park,Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge and the Acacia-dotted savannas of the Serengeti National Park. Orbridge. 12 days. From $5,999 per person, plus air.

70TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY IN NORMANDY

14-22 OCTOBER 2014 With Joint Academy Travel Journey to the D-Day landing beaches, including Omaha Beach, led by a historian who will discuss D-Day’s events.Visit the American Military Cemetery, the Peace Memorial at Caen and the commune of Sainte Mère Église, one of the first towns liberated on D-Day. Alumni Holidays. 9 days. From $2,795 per person, plus air.

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COLUMNS 10 The Class of 2015 Honor Scrolls on display in Mitscher Hall.The Honor Scroll is signed by second class midshipmen as a ceremonial recommitment to the ideals of the Oath of Office.This affirmation strengthens honorable traits they have gained through their first two years at Naval Academy and traits that they will carry on to the fleet.

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Reunions: Classes of 1944, 1963, 1968, 1973, 1993 and 2008 Annapolis, MD 1-27 October 2013 Visit www.usna.com/reunions for information on these and other reunions.

Homecoming Open House Historic Ogle Hall, Annapolis, MD 25 October 2013, 12-4 p.m.

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Halloween Organ Concert Main Chapel, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD 25-26 October 2013, 8 p.m. Tickets available at the Naval Academy Music and Theatre Ticket office. Photo courtesy of Bruce Landis

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By Byron F. Marchant ’78

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At the close of each summer, I am surprised by the amount of activity in Annapolis and around the country in support of the Naval Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen. In what was our “quiet time,” we sent off 1,047 newly-minted ensigns and second lieutenants to the fleet and Marine Corps, and welcomed more than 1,200 candidates as midshipmen as well as their parents. Members of the Class of 1948 and 1953 returned to Annapolis to celebrate milestone reunions and Blue and Gold Officers returned for training in support of USNA Admissions. Hundreds of aspiring midshipmen visited the Academy to attend the Naval Academy Summer Seminar, a fast-paced, six-day leadership experience for rising high school seniors, and the Summer STEM Program, a weeklong program for rising eighth through 11th graders interested in studying engineering and technology. As we put together the September-October issue, the first issue of the new academic year, the pace quickened and the calendar days began to fill. At the Alumni Association and Foundation, we are excited to welcome you back to Annapolis for reunions (Classes of ’78, ’88 and ’03 returned in September and Classes of ’63, ’68, ’73, ’93 and ’08 in October), home football games and other Navy fall sports. We look forward to catching up with you on the road with Navy football as well. While it is no small feat to put on a tailgate, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank our tremendous Chapters and Parent Clubs who host us at away games throughout the season for pre-game events and tailgates. Thank you for your continued, spirited commitment to the Naval Academy. This year marks the 20th year of official Parent Clubs affiliated with the Alumni Association and Foundation. In September, we welcomed current parent

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leadership to the Parent Club Officers Conference during Second Class Parents’ Weekend. The leadership and guidance that the clubs offer is critical to families learning the ropes at the Naval Academy. By their child’s second class year, those parents overwhelmed by Induction Day have transformed into leaders and mentors for the parents of the newest classes. Support for our terrific Parent Clubs remains vital in our support of the Brigade of Midshipmen and the Academy. Parents—as part of our extended Brigade—continue to support the Alumni Association and Foundation as well as the Naval Academy through their tireless efforts in their clubs and through their generous philanthropy and membership. In fact, the parents of the Class of ’17 have joined the Alumni Association at an unprecedented rate—more than 40 percent. In this issue, read “All in the Family” on page 43 highlighting just a few of our active parents. In the Superintendent’s letter on page 14, learn how members of the Class of ’17 fared during Plebe Summer. They have since been assimilated into the

1845-2013 This month as we recognize 168 years of developing “midshipmen morally, mentally and physically and to imbue them with the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty in order to graduate leaders who are dedicated to a career of naval service and have potential for future development in mind and character to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship and government,” I encourage you to meet with your classmates, attend a chapter meeting, participate with a Parent Club in celebration of our shared commitment and passion for the Naval Academy. Happy Founder’s Day!

Parent Club leaders were hosted by the Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation at historic Ogle Hall prior to the 21st Annual Parent Club Officer Conference

Brigade and have begun the fall semester. On page 50, read about one of the Superintendent’s strategic priorities—cyber security. In “Center for Cyber Security Studies,” writer Lisa Aszklar covers the changes to the curriculum as well as the plan for the comprehensive cyber operations program. Also this summer, many midshipmen traveled to the State Department as part of summer training. They joined alumni and officers to learn about foreign policy and the inner workings of the department. Lieutenant Diego Lucero ’06, USN, writes about the training in “Advancing Diplomatic Interests” on page 37. Although he graduated more than 60 years, Ross Perot ’53 easily recalls his Plebe Summer and the training opportunities that helped to shape him into the man he is today. In “Perot: A Pioneer and Patriot” on page 18, read about his life’s work. In addition, I encourage you to visit our YouTube channel to view a Leaders Lead video segment with Vice Admiral John Ryan ’67, USN (Ret.), and Perot. It was truly a pleasure to participate in the conversation with two men I admire so much. Next month, we’ll profile General John Allen ’76, USMC (Ret.), in Shipmate, but you can watch a Leaders Lead segment with General Allen and Admiral Robert Natter ’67, USN (Ret.), on YouTube now. The longer

format in the Leaders Lead segments provides the opportunity for an in-depth profile of alumni, and a look back to the Academy through the years. Highlighting our history and traditions—through alumni profiles or features in the magazine—ties us to our past and keeps the stories alive. In this issue, one of our longtime contributors, Captain David Poyer ’77, USNR (Ret.), offers the history of our fight song, “Anchor’s Aweigh.” Read “Stand, Navy, Down the Field: The Story of “Anchor’s Aweigh” on page 28. For a closer look at our history, I encourage you to visit Mahan Hall for the exquisite Naval War of 1812 exhibit that closes 3 November. It would be a great way to recognize and celebrate the Navy’s Birthday (13 October) and Founders Day (10 October). To help chart our future, I encourage you to nominate candidates for the U.S. Naval Academy Board of Trustees. See page 63 for details on the process. The work of our volunteer leaders continues to push us toward our 2020 goals and beyond. Go Navy!

Honoring Our Fallen Today’s midshipmen, like all those who have arrived in Annapolis after 2001, chose to serve our nation at war. We live and serve in uncertain times, but our commitment to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice remains unwavering. On this 12th anniversary of 9-11, we recognize not only those we lost that day, but all who have died protecting our nation. We will also honor those who have gone before during the Navy-Hawaii football game on 9 November. We will welcome the families of the fallen back to Annapolis with a special tailgate and on field recognition. We honor their sacrifices, today and every day.

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FEEDBACK The response to the 75th anniversary issue of Shipmate magazine has been overwhelming. Thank you. It has been an honor for each of the staff members to not only work on the magazine, but to celebrate this milestone with our readers. We look forward to many more years of producing the Alumni Association’s magazine, and to your feedback. Please send your feedback to shipmate@usna.com.

CELEBRATING 75 YEARS I enjoyed the July-August issue cover with several of the past Shipmate covers. I looked for my favorite, but it wasn’t there. That was the one taken before the start of a hockey game during the playing of the National Anthem.You asked the reader to identify the Navy team, but that was quite easy. I don’t know which issue this was. Up until last fall I had all my past issues stored in my basement, but Superstorm Sandy destroyed them. A few issues from the 1960’s lived on because I had sent them to you a few years ago when you requested old issues. I enjoy each issue as it arrives, more now than I did years ago. —Rise ‘n’ Shine, Frank Young ’59 I want to make a loud “shout out” commending you and your entire talented team for the Association’s 75th anniversary issue of Shipmate magazine: BZ in every way and every department from cover to cover. I do admit to a “gotcha” when the magazine arrived. I carried it into the kitchen to read and complained to my wife that the cover wasn’t bound or affixed properly. What a surprise (and innovative touch) to see the contrast between the magazine’s first and current cover. The two would look wonderful framed side by side. I’m out of wall space, but perhaps I’ll mount them on the ceiling over my computer in the study! All sections of the magazine continue to shine, but the historian in me enjoyed the special features and reader contributions devoted to Shipmate’s 75th anniversary. I have every reason to believe that the magazine’s next 75 years will be as illustrious as the first 75; electronic media is indispensable (and I commend the Association’s multimedia communications), but to my mind there are many aspects of the printed magazine that are impossible to duplicate digitally.

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I also wish to express my compliments and sincere appreciation for the many courtesies and highly professional service your entire team delivers when this humble scribe has a request for them, again blows a deadline for class news or strives to obtain information for one who has departed our ranks to document in Last Call. Many thanks to everyone. In closing, congratulations and keep plugging! —Captain Gordon Peterson ’68, USN (Ret.) Corresponding Secretary I wanted to commend you on the 75th anniversary edition! It was wonderful (and humorous) to see all the old photos and read through the timelines and articles. In fact, imagine my amazement when as part of your timeline, on page 34, you had a picture of me on I-Day in 1976. That dazed looking young female Plebe was me! I had seen the photo before—my mother had probably 10 torn out pages from the Shipmate in 1976 that had that photo and the story of my classes’ first days and months, and I have several now. I was the youngest in our class, only 17 on I-Day. I did not turn 18 until February the next year. To update you on how that young plebe did, I graduated, was commissioned an ensign and spent 11 years on active duty serving in several shore commands and two helicopter squadrons as an admin and communications officer. I then transitioned to the Navy Reserve, was designated a PAO and spent 17 years in the Reserves. It was my honor to serve five tours as CO of various PA units including the NAVINFO Hollywood unit and Fleet Combat Camera Group Pacific. My service culminated as the Chief of Public Affairs for U.S. Strategic Command, both as a Reservist and on four months of recall. I retired in 2008 on board MIDWAY here in San Diego. Thank you and the staff of Shipmate for 75 wonderful years! Keep up the great work! —BEAT ARMY! Captain Jill Hawkins Votaw ’80, USNR (Ret.)

“Nice job on the 75th Anniversary edition of Shipmate. Thanks and BZ!” —Lee Geanuleas ‘77, Class Vice President

FACEBOOK FEEDBACK We shared the Class of 2017 Plebe Summer Video and received quite a bit of commentary. You can watch the video on our YouTube channel at youtu.be/EzxTtauPIIc.

“They earn everything they get!” ”So what did you do on your summer vacation 2017?” ”Uniforms and O course are much cooler than when I was there. Looks like a lot more fun.” ”Check out the Naval Academy’s ‘Freshman Orientation’ program! It’s NOT college!”

THROWBACK THURSDAY This image was posted, and explanations abounded:

“The Academy was trying to demonstrate the relevance of the wall on the obstacle course and show that there were real life applications ...” “Was that the Thursday night the Supe led us all to Buzzy’s?” “Are they leaving or returning? Can’t get a good perspective. Although I know now that the barbed wire on top of the wall came after 1977!” “They can’t fry us all!” “Rate what you skate.” Visit the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation’s Facebook page to be a part of the conversation.

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Meet the Class of 2017 t’s early fall in Annapolis and the newest members of the “Long Blue Line”— the Class of 2017—have proudly joined the Brigade and are fully immersed in the rigors of their first semester. I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce the class and describe their successful completion of Plebe Summer. Nearly 18,000 applicants were considered for the Class of 2017, and we extended offers of appointment to only 1,408 candidates after our highly competitive evaluation process. Eighty-five percent of these offers of appointment (1,200 total) were accepted, exceeding the

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comparable rates at Harvard (82 percent) and Stanford (77 percent), and illustrating the enduring value of a USNA appointment. The Class of 2017 has very impressive credentials (see sidebar). Certainly, these are talented young men and women who had many appealing education and career options available to them, yet each one of them heard and answered the call to serve our nation. Like the classes that preceded them, their excellence is demonstrated through high academic achievement, athletic success, extracurricular involvement and community service. Coming from all 50 states, the District of

Columbia, and two territories, as well as varied personal and socioeconomic backgrounds, the Class of 2017 reflects the broad variety of talent that has always characterized our nation. While we periodically review and update the academic and professional learning experience for each class to ensure our graduates remain fully responsive to Navy and Marine Corps needs, our central emphasis on honorable and ethical leadership remains constant. Personal integrity is stressed continuously to all midshipmen as the essential element in their development as leaders. Our resources to develop leaders of character include the honor concept, experiential leadership development programs, ethics and leadership classes, academic accountability and distinguished lecturers, as well as numerous personal interactions with and examples set by USNA staff, faculty and coaches. Academically, these plebes will be the third class at USNA to benefit from mandatory courses in cyber and information warfare fundamentals. As I’ve mentioned previously, the military’s increased emphasis on operating effectively in a cyber/information warfare environment has prompted the Naval Academy to undertake several efforts to provide midshipmen with basic cyber warfare skills and knowledge.We’re extremely proud to be distinguished as the first U.S. institution of higher learning to require mandatory courses in cyber security for every student. Having just added a cyber operations major, we now offer 24 academic majors to the Class of 2017—18 of which are associated with technical disciplines.

CLASS OF 2017 PROFILE APPLICATIONS

COMPOSITION

Men ....................................13,812 Women ................................4,007 Total ....................................17,819

Varsity athletics ..............................90% Community service........................88% Captain/co-captain of sports team..................................67% Student body leader ......................66% Dramatics, public speaking or debating ................................65% National Honor Society ................61% Church group ................................52% Tutoring ..........................................44% Musical activities (Band, Chorus, Etc.) ....................30% Work experience (>10 hrs/week) ..18% ROTC/JROTC/Sea Cadets/ Civil Air Patrol ..............................16% School publication ........................12% First to attend college in family ....12% First-generation American ..............9% Hardship or adverse life experience ................8% Primary language at home not English..........................5%

OFFERS OF APPOINTMENT Men......................................1,075 Women ..................................333 Total ....................................1,408

CLASS SIZE Men ........................................927 Women ..................................273 Total ....................................1,200

NOMINATING CATEGORIES Presidential ............................822 Congressional......................5,103 Secretary of the Navy ............366 ROTC/JROTC ..........................122 Children of Deceased/Disabled Veterans..27

RACIAL/ETHNIC BREAKDOWN White ......................................793 Hispanic. ................................124 Multiple Races..........................79 African American (in comb. w/ other races)........................85 (117) Asian American (in comb. w/ other races) ......................88 (156) American Indian ........................7 Native Hawaiian/ Other Pacific Islander ............ 5 International ............................18

GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Midshipmen were admitted from every state in the nation, as well as Washington, DC; Puerto Rico; and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Class of 2017 also includes 18 international students from: Bangladesh (1), Bulgaria (1), Cambodia (1), Costa Rica (1), Gabon (1), Georgia (1), Jamaica (1), Jordan (1), Kazakhstan (1), Malaysia (1), Montenegro (1), Nigeria (1), Pakistan (1), Peru (1), Singapore (1), Taiwan (1) and Thailand (1).

MILITARY BACKGROUND

COLLEGE BOARD DATA Middle 50th percentile* Verbal 580-670; Math 620-700 *50% of the class achieved SAT scores within the range between the 25th and 75th percentile

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND The Class of 2017 includes 360 (30%) from college and post-high school preparatory programs which include: 200 from the Naval Academy Prep School in Newport, RI 14 from the Navy Nuclear Power Program 51 from the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation Program (36 from prep schools and 15 from colleges) 95 additional students have completed at least one semester of study at a college or university

ALUMNI SONS AND DAUGHTERS (81) The Class of 2017 includes 61 sons and 20 daughters of alumni. Eight members of the entering class are the children of two Naval Academy alumni.

Total Former Enlisted* Navy..........................................53 Marine Corps............................10 Total ........................................ 63 * This figure includes 23 who entered directly from the Fleet (21 Navy, 2 USMC), and 40 from the Naval Academy Prep School (32 USN, 8 USMC).

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FEATURE In order to handle our technologically challenging curriculum, the Class of 2017 was issued an advanced notebook computer with a companion docking station, run by an Intel i7 processor and configured with 8 megs of RAM. The system is capable of supporting coursework in any of our majors, and was chosen for its strong performance, extraordinary battery life and a durable chassis designed to withstand punishment. Keeping with our desire to remain on the leading edge of information technology, each class continues to be issued a system which is bigger, faster and better than the previous year. The Class of 2017 has continued to raise the bar for Plebe Summer achievement and performance—setting impressive benchmarks for physical excellence, marksmanship, drill and retention. The plebes received their first exposure to USNA’s physical mission through the Physical Education Program (PEP) which provided ample challenge and numerous opportunities to excel.The Class of 2017 ran 106 miles in the seven weeks of Plebe Summer. As you know, in keeping with our mission of graduating leaders, USNA physical readiness test (PRT) standards are purposely designed to be more rigorous than fleet standards. Overall, the Class of 2017 had a final PRT passing rate of 94 percent.This included 20 plebes who turned in a perfect PRT score consisting of 101 sit-ups in two minutes for men and women, 101(men)/85(women) push-ups in two minutes, followed by a time of 8:15 (men)/9:35 (women) in a 1.5 mile run— a truly challenging accomplishment. Our new plebes also distinguished themselves in basic marksmanship by

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posting some of the highest numbers on record qualifying as sharpshooter or expert in rifle or pistol. Every plebe received detailed instruction and had the opportunity to demonstrate weapons proficiency, with 98 percent of the class qualifying as marksman or better with rifle, and 99 percent qualifying with pistol. Additionally, the Class of 2017 acquitted itself superbly in summer drill training. Despite the typical Annapolis summer heat and humidity, their parades were impressive, and we received numerous comments from alumni, staff and detailers on the plebes’ sharpness and discipline. Demonstrating admirable persistence through a very demanding Plebe Summer, the Class of 2017 had one of the lowest attrition rates on record at the Naval Academy. By parents’ weekend, only 21 plebes had voluntarily resigned, out of a class of 1,200.The low attrition rate is a testimony not only to the determination of this class, but to our admissions staff and the superb leadership of the first class detailers.

USNA remains firmly committed to our mission of developing ethical leaders to serve the nation, and I ask for your continued help in ensuring America’s best and brightest know of the challenges and opportunities that await them here on the banks of the Severn, and in the naval service.Thanks to the hard work of our admissions team and Blue and Gold officers, we’re able to be extremely selective, but we continue to count on your assistance in helping us identify and further the awareness of talented young men and women. On behalf of the entire Naval Academy, I sincerely appreciate your support and encouragement, and assure you we will continue our tradition of providing highly effective and capable officers to lead the Navy and Marine Corps. Our newest “link in the chain”—the Class of 2017— is off to a great start and I’m confident they’ll make us proud—both here at the Academy and in their decades of service that follow. Go Navy!

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A Pioneer and Patriot AS HE WALKED INTO THE MUSEUM, PATRONS STOPPED IN THEIR TRACKS, STAFF SMILED AND WAVED, AND ROSS PEROT ’53 GREETED THREE CHILDREN VISITING WITH THEIR MOTHER—HAND OUTSTRETCHED—TO PERSONALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE. IT TURNS OUT THAT IT IS A NAVY FAMILY—THEIR FATHER SERVED, BUT PEROT DIDN’T KNOW THAT AS HE MET WITH THEM. he fact is everyone in the museum— and probably all of Dallas and most of Texas—has a connection to Ross Perot and his family. The Perots are connected to hospitals, schools, arts, industry, non-profits and, of course, the military through their work and philanthropy. Most recently, the family connected to

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the newest science museum in Dallas. Margot and Ross Perot’s children named the museum to recognize their father’s commitment to science and technology and their mother’s love of education. “For many years my siblings and I have known that we wanted to honor our parents in a big way,” explained

Carolyn Perot Rathjen, one of Perot’s five children.“This was a perfect fit with dad’s engineering degree from the Naval Academy, which has served him so well, and mom was a teacher in Baltimore before they came here. This was the perfect marriage of their interests, so it really made sense to us to be involved as a family.” Ross Perot, Jr. agreed.“This community has taken great care of my family,” he said.“We wanted to give back to them.” But the Perot family is not content to just donate money and a name. Carolyn Rathjen, chief executive officer of the Perot Foundation, also serves as the chair of the board of directors for the Perot Museum, and her father visits the museum often. “He calls me and asks how many school buses are at the museum and how many kids are here,” said Nicole Ginsburg Small, the museum’s chief executive officer.“We feel so fortunate for the family’s investment because we share so many of the same mission objectives—educating the next generation of children in math and science.” While the museum traces its roots back to the Dallas Museum of Natural History established in 1936, today’s Perot Museum of Nature and Science—opened in December 2012— changed the landscape of Dallas, both literally and figuratively. Called the “boldest piece of modern architecture to hit Dallas” by The Dallas Morning News, the building stands out in its downtown location near Victory Park and is dedicated to inspiring minds through science and nature. With more than a million visitors since its opening, the museum and the Perot family continue to influence their community. However, Ross Perot didn’t start out as a philanthropist.

Humble Beginnings His Texas charm and distinct accent come through as he tells stories about his childhood in Texarkana. Today, his office and personal museum in Plano, just outside of Dallas, feature the photos, art and artifacts of his youth and his life. From paintings of his family to the Western Union telegram announcing his appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, Perot’s life and his passions are on display—a constant reminder to those who visit Perot, and to the man who sits confidently among the memories. As he walks around his office, he shares stories of his parents, who he credits with being terrific role models and instilling values in him—the same values that would push him to do better at the Academy and in his life’s work. He remembers living near the railroad tracks during the Depression.The family home was about six blocks from the

Walk Ross Perot wore these boots for more than 40 years when riding horses. His daughters thought they “looked awful” and bought him a new, proper pair as a gift. Perot had the old boots made into two matching lamps—one for each daughter. They were never used as lamps and are now on display at the Dell Headquarters.

STOP The Western Union telegram, in faded text, reads: “IT IS MY PLEASURE TO GIVE YOU THE PRINCIPAL APPOINTMENT AT THE NAVAL ACADEMY FOR ADMISSION IN 1949. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THE PROPER AUTHORITIES IN REFERENCE TO THIS APPOINTMENT. GOOD LUCK TO YOU=”

Jump The parachute from the Cosmonaut mannequin (named “Ivan Ivanovich”) hangs in the Dell Headquarters as part of Perot’s collection. Ivan was ejected after re-entry from the world’s first human-rated space capsule, Volstok I, on 23 March 1961. Membership and Services, Fall 2013 19 September-October 2013 Membership and Services, Fall 2013

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train station and the stop was outside of the city limits.Those who were riding the train illegally from California and other points west would jump off before getting to the city where they might be caught. As they walked down the gravel street, they would see the Perot home and stop for help. Perot’s mother, Lula May, always offered a meal. One day, one of the men who stopped at the house explained to Lula May that she was “a mark”—that a mark made on the curb outside of her house signaled that she was willing to offer assistance to those passing through. Perot overheard and offered to wash the mark off for his mother. Her response stays with him to this day. “She looked me right in the eye and said,‘No, son.Those are people just like us.They’re down on their luck; we need to help them.’” His father would always pick him up after school. Even in the busy season, Gabriel Ross Perot, a cotton broker, made time for his son.They would ride horses until sunset and spend time

together. Perot describes his father as his best friend and his role model. Although they grew up modestly, Perot said,“I was born rich because of the two of them.” In turn, Perot has become a role model for his five children and 16 grandchildren. “No matter how busy my father was, we always knew we were the most important thing to him,” said Perot, Jr.“At dinner, when he would come home, we’d all want to hear his stories about what he was up to, but he would never talk about himself. He always made us talk about what we did that day and how we were doing in school.” “The only way we could really find out about our father was to read it in the paper.”

First Flight “My father had great parents, which is always your first break in life,” said Perot, Jr.“But my father’s first great break was when he was appointed to the Naval Academy. He left Texarkana, and that really put him on the world stage and taught him how to be a global leader.” Ross Perot had a boyhood friend named Josh Morriss ’47. He was a few years older, first to be a Boy Scout (Perot would later rise to the rank of Eagle Scout in record time—13 months) and first to enter the Naval Academy. Perot didn’t get into the Academy on his first try. Instead, he went to Texarkana Junior College for two years before receiving an appointment. Just when he thought “I’ll never get in,” he received the Western Union telegram from Senator W. Lee “Pappy” O’Daniel. That summer he boarded a plane headed to Washington, the first flight of his life, and he recalled that it made “at least five stops” between Texarkana and his final destination. From the airport, he hitchhiked to Annapolis and was ready for Plebe Summer, with one exception: his nose. He broke it years earlier breaking horses. “The doctor said, ‘Son, go home and have your nose operated on; we’ll let you in,’” Perot recalled.“I said,‘I wish I could, but I can’t afford the trip home, and I can’t afford the operation.’ And he said,‘Come on in, I’ll fix it while you’re here.’ He never touched it.” Perot—still with a broken nose—remembers his early days at the Academy with great fondness. “I have never been in association with so many wonderful people in my life,” he said. He was elected vice president in his

Pilot Ross Perot, Jr. (left) and co-pilot Jay Coburn talk to reporters beside their helicopter, “The Spirit of Texas,” in which they flew the first ever around the world helicopter trip. The helicopter was en route to Washington, DC, where the helicopter was diplayed in the Smithsonian Institution's Air and Space Museum. Photo copyright Bettmann/Corbis/AP Images

The Spirit of Texas “My great uncle Henry was one of the first barnstormers in the state of Texas,” said Ross Perot, Jr. “As a little boy, I used to fly with Uncle Henry. He really sparked that flying interest.” While at Vanderbilt University, a family friend introduced him to helicopters. After flying with Jim Whittenburg, cattle rancher and Texas oil man, Perot, Jr. was hooked. After graduation, he decided on his next challenge. “My father loves big projects and he loves adventure,” explained Perot, Jr. “He gets a little nervous if he doesn’t have a big project going on.” Like father, like son. In 1982, Australian entrepreneur and aviator Dick Smith took off from Fort Worth, TX, attempting to make the first helicopter flight around the world. Father and son both read the article in the paper, and found their next challenge—beating Smith. Perot, Jr. partnered with another aviator, Jay Coburn, an EDS employee, and within a month had passed Smith on the flight. They eventually completed their trip in 29 days, meeting their goal, but not without a few close calls. The helicopter had been modified to include special equipment along with a long-range fuel tank allowing each leg to extend for about 800 miles. The trip over the North Atlantic was relatively straightforward. In the Pacific, the duo ran into some problems. They were not allowed to land in the Kuril Isles for refueling because the Soviet Union had military bases there. They needed to overcome a pretty big geographic gap between northern Japan and the tip of the Aleutian Islands, Shemya. Some calls were made, including a few from Ross Perot, and while the helicopter was underway, accommodations were made to land on the American President Lines container ship SS PRESIDENT MCKINLEY in the North Pacific. They weren’t out of the woods, however. The weather wasn’t cooperating. When they finally found the ship—in 15-foot seas with 40-knot winds—they had about 15 minutes of fuel left. They did however, have the Navy in close proximity and on alert for a possible emergency. While they didn’t need it, Perot, Jr. said, “In a very comforting way, you had the whole U.S. military network up there … we had plenty of backup in that part of the world.” Perot, Jr. told the story of his 28,000 mile, 30-day voyage around the world, landing in 26 countries with such detail and clarity it became clear that he learned from an expert, one who was well-versed in the Navy’s long tradition of sharing sea stories. “My father is an incredible storyteller,” he bragged. “And, if I can tell stories half as well as he can, I turned out okay.”

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Perot with a group of women whose husbands are missing, took off from Dallas, TX, on 21 December 1969 in a chartered jet dubbed ”Peace on Earth” to try to deliver two plane loads of Christmas gifts to American prisoners of war in North Vietnam. From left, are: Mrs. Bob Jeffrey, Mrs. James Harkness, Mrs. Bonnie Singleton, all of Dallas, and Mrs. Michael McElhanon of Fort Worth. At right is Murphy Martin of WFAA-TV, director for special projects. Boy at left is unidentified. AP File Photo

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youngster year and held the office of president in his second and first class years. His greatest legacy, however, is the honor concept. Then-Superintendent Vice Admiral C.Turner Joy ’16, USN, approached then-Second Class Midshipman Perot to help develop an honor system for the Naval Academy. He worked to pull together an honor system by and for the Brigade—one that the 56th Superintendent,Admiral John R. Ryan ’67, USN (Ret.), explained by saying,“When they own it, it works.” While at the Academy, Perot met his wife Margot Birmingham on a blind date. Margot was a student at Goucher College in Baltimore and not very interested in meeting a Navy man, nor one from Texas. But Perot won her over and they kept in touch while he was on his first ship—SIGOURNEY—as an ensign.They were married in 1956 and made their way to Rhode Island— Margot taught and Perot was on LEYTE. While on LEYTE, Perot met Tom Watson, Sr., chairman and CEO of IBM. During this encounter,Watson learned Perot was

leaving the Navy after his service to attend to family matters after his father’s death. Watson offered him a job on the spot. “I looked him right in the eye and said, ‘Mister, you’re the first person that ever offered me a job. I would love to have a job with your company, but I don’t even know what you do,’” said Perot.

The American Dream As a boy, Perot sold Christmas cards and garden seeds door-todoor, had a bicycle paper route in a rough part of Arkansas and collected overdue fees for classified advertisements. “I started working when I was five years old,” said Perot. “I’ve been working ever since. I am now up in my 80s and still working. I wouldn’t know what to do if I wasn’t going to work.” After his time in the Navy, Perot started with IBM. Again, he was in sales, but this time it was computers. He did well at IBM, consistently meeting—and exceeding—his sales goals, but he realized something early on. “People couldn’t make the computers work properly,” he explained. He wanted IBM to sell software to the same people who were buying the equipment, but “they weren’t interested at all.” “So, I had to try it. I left IBM and started the first company— it was EDS,” said Perot.

Perot displays equipment used by his company, Electronic Data Systems. AP File Photo

Go Navy! Then unannounced presidential candidate Ross Perot, center, proudly holds a Navy sweatshirt while making a waterborne entry to Annapolis to participate in a rally for supporters at the Annapolis city dock, Wednesday, 24 June 1992, Annapolis, MD. Perot told several thousand supporters, “we’ve got a lot of work to do between now and November.” AP Photo by Wayne Partlow

West Point: Time Served In 2009, Ross Perot received the distinguished Sylvanus Thayer Award from the West Point Association of Graduates. Each year since 1958, the award has been given to an individual who exemplifies the United States Military Academy’s motto of “duty, honor, country.” “The Association of Graduates, and indeed the entire Long Gray Line, was honored to present Mr. Perot with our highest award for his lifetime of service to our nation, and particularly those who wear the uniform of her armed services; Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines,” said Colonel Robert L. McClure, USA (Ret.), West Point Class of 1976, president and CEO of the West Point Association of Graduates. “At many times, and in many instances, he has made a tremendous impact on so many.” But Perot’s relationship with West Point wasn’t always so warm. There was the time he ended up in the West Point jail. Yes, jail— a far cry from the magnificent dining hall where he accepted the award for his more than 50 years as “an extraordinary supporter of our armed forces, our American values and our nation.” In 1975, a few West Point cadets wanted to bet Perot on the outcome of the Army-Navy game. He took the bet, but the cadets wanted a little reassurance. “They called me and said, ‘Normally a bet between gentlemen, your word would be good enough. But, considering where you went to school, we would appreciate it if you’d come up to our last pep rally and pledge that you will pay the bet if Army wins,’” recalled Perot. He agreed, but had a plan. He found a “corruptible” chaplain— the Reverend James D. Ford—and worked a little pre-game prank in the Chapel. After midnight, and after the pep rally, Perot joined Reverend Ford in the Chapel. They turned on all of the lights and Navy songs were played on the Chapel Bells—“Anchor’s Aweigh” followed by the “Marines’ Hymn.” Cadets ran toward the Chapel and the MPs quickly arrived to haul Perot off to jail. A military police sergeant offered Perot his one call. Without missing a beat, he said, “Fine. I’d like to call the President of the United States. He’s a personal friend of mine.” He laughed as he explained, “I just pulled that response out of the air.” About half an hour later, he was released (without a call to the president). Navy won the game resoundingly—30-6, and the cadets made good on their bet with all of the money going to charities in support of wounded soldiers. “But, that was my one and only time in jail,” said Perot. Legend has it that the “corruptible” Reverend Ford enjoyed a 31-foot boat or at least some extra equipment on board for quite some time, although that may be a Perot sea story for another day.

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October 1992, a crowd of about 10,000 people showed up for Perot’s presidential rally at the Flemington Fairgrounds in Flemington, NJ. AP Photo by Mike Derer

John Wroten ’65 was one of the early employees. After graduation and four years in the Marine Corps, he “went to work for a little company in Dallas called Electronic Data Systems,” which was the beginning of a 36-year career with EDS, and a lifelong friendship with Ross Perot. While the company didn’t recruit military officers out of service, they hired a lot of officers after their service. “It was a lot like the Marine Corps,” described Wroten. “We had a uniform to wear—white shirts, knee-length socks, wingtip shoes and almost all your peers had the same path you did. They’d been in the military so it was a lot like the military.” Perot has been known to hire talented and committed leaders. “I look for people who are honest, smart, tough, self-reliant people who have a history of success since childhood, and people who love to win,” said Perot.“And someone always asks, ‘Well, what if you run out of people who love to win?’ I say, ‘Look for people who hate to lose.’” In addition to looking for devoted employees, Perot is loyal to his team. The most notable—and probably the most covered—story is Perot’s plot to rescue two EDS employees who had been taken hostage by the Iranian government in 1979. Frustrated by the lack of U.S. government involvement, Perot put together a team, directed by retired Colonel Arthur “Bull” Simons, that led to the successful extraction of Paul Chiapparone and Bill Gaylord. But this wasn’t Perot’s first foray into a seemingly impossible international scheme. A decade before, in 1969, Perot made headlines for his efforts to deliver Christmas gifts and food to more than 1,000 prisoners of war in Vietnam.Throughout the Vietnam era and beyond, Perot has been committed to finding and recovering prisoners of war and those missing in action. In fact, he penned an article for Shipmate magazine in April 1971 titled “Just 1600 Men” detailing the treatment of our prisoners and recommending actions to take. Again, not content to sit on the sidelines, he founded United We Stand, which— at that time—was the largest organization devoted to the relief of prisoners.

A Presidential Run Not much in Perot’s life is left to chance as he has planned and executed his life deliberately, but he recalls a chance meeting with President Dwight D. Eisenhower while at the Academy. The Superintendent asked Midshipman First Class Perot to give the president and first lady a tour of the Naval Academy.

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“They were just like the neighbors next door,” Perot remembers.“They couldn’t have been kinder or more gentle.” Years later, Perot was instrumental in helping to rebuild Eisenhower’s childhood home in Denison,TX. As Perot became involved in the project, he did some research in the local library. He uncovered a tremendous amount of material on the former president, but the tidbit most interesting for this Naval Academy graduate was Eisenhower’s choice of service academy. “He applied to the Naval Academy, and didn’t get it. He had to go to that ‘other’ place,” said Perot with a laugh, referring to Eisenhower’s graduation from West Point in 1915. According to a biography from the Eisenhower Foundation, Eisenhower, at the age of 21, was too old for the Naval Academy at the time, but the U.S. Military Academy had no such age restriction. When Perot talks about Eisenhower—his meeting and his entire presidency—it’s clear that the “chance” meeting resonated with the young midshipman. Nearly 40 years later, Perot would make his own presidential run. “I just felt that I had to do it,” Perot said of his candidacy. “I’d been so fortunate in my life. I knew what we were doing was going to bankrupt our country. We were about $3 trillion in debt when I ran.” As an independent candidate in 1992, Perot received more than 19 million votes—an unprecedented 18.9 percent of the popular vote, the largest vote for an independent candidate since Theodore Roosevelt (1912 with the Bull Moose Progressive Party). Looking back, Perot is still frustrated with the lack of media coverage outside of the two main political parties.

In 2005, Ross Perot was named a U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association Distinguished Graduate Award recipient for his lifetime of service and support the Navy and his alma mater. Prior to the ceremony, he spoke with midshipmen at Alumni Hall.

“I wanted to get the message out, but you can only get the message out if they print it,” he said.“I wish I could have worked on it [the deficit] then because it would be nothing to fix it compared to now.” While he didn’t win the presidency, he has had a profound influence on American history and political discourse. “His legacy really invigorates the current debate,” said Douglas Brinkley, presidential historian on “The Contenders,” a C-SPAN series featuring third-party candidates. Fittingly, in 2004 Ross Perot received the Eisenhower Award from the Business Executives for National Security, recognizing those outstanding Americans whose contribution to the nation best reflect President Eisenhower’s definition of security as “... the total product of our economic, intellectual, moral and military strength.”

Life and Legacy Perot has been known to say that he lives in his son’s shadow. His son has a quick response to that statement. “I tell people I am very honored to be a small boat in his wake,” explained Perot, Jr.“ I am honored and proud to be Ross Perot’s son. And, honored to carry on his legacy.” The Perot family is doing just that through their philanthropic work in support of communities and the military.The Perot Foundation generously supports Texas organizations including the Dallas Opera, Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, among others. Perot has personally given generously to military organizations and families, and to the Naval Academy with projects like the Armel-Leftwich Visitors Center renovations, named for two of his classmates; the “Perot Deck” in the renovation of Dahlgren Hall and the donation of two statues—Vice Admiral James Stockdale ’47, USN (Ret.), and Vice Admiral William Lawrence ’51, USN (Ret.)—of military heroes and fellow recipients of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association’s Distinguished Graduate Award. “I completely support the men and women in our military forces,” said Perot.“I think we’re very fortunate to have them and I deeply appreciate the sacrifices they make—our country would not be where it is today if it were not for them.” Perot’s ties to the Naval Academy and its graduates are strong. Matthew Elias ’78, president of the North Texas Alumni Chapter and a chapter representative on the Alumni Association’s Board of Trustees, shared a story about his fellow graduate. About five years ago, Elias was contacted by a

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In August 2007, Ross Perot speaks during a dedication ceremony to name the main entrance to Naval Air Station North Island after Medal of Honor recipient VADM James B. Stockdale ’46, USN (Ret.). Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michelle Rhonehouse

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“I’d met Mr. Perot a couple of times and wanted to reach out to him,” explained Elias.“I wondered who might be able to put me in touch with him.Then I thought,‘I’m a Naval Academy grad, he’s a Naval Academy grad.” Elias called Perot’s office and about 30 minutes later, he was talking with Perot. “The fact that one of our biggest alums would take a call from a fellow grad that he didn’t know … that just personifies what it means to be a Naval Academy grad.” That experience changed how Elias views his role.“I’m much more intentional about working with graduates,” he said. “I probably work a little harder at it because I figure if Mr. Perot can give an hour out of his day, I can give fellow alums and veterans time out of my day as well.” And that may be Perot’s most meaningful legacy. While it is reflected in the family he has made, the companies he has built and the organizations he has invested in, his legacy is in the way he has lived his life with purpose and passion.

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Stand, Navy, Down the Field: By Captain David Poyer ‘71, USNR (Ret.)

The Story of ”Anchor’s Aweigh” here’s no accounting for how music moves us. And of all melodies, none is more redolent of hot dusty days on Worden Field, pep rallies, Army-Navy games and the whole Academy experience than “Anchor’s Aweigh.”

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Now it belongs not just to the Naval Academy, but to the Navy.With different words, it’s sung at enlisted boot camp graduation, CPO initiations and almost every Navy event that rates a band. “Outside of ‘Dixie,’ there is no

other tune that is so catching or so stirring. It has practically become one of our national airs.”1 Yet this collegiate—and now service-wide anthem—is only a smidgeon over a century old. Generations of midshipmen and naval cadets graduated without ever hearing it. In the early years of the 20th century, Lieutenant Charles A. Zimmermann had been bandmaster at USNA since 1887.2 Possibly the most complete account of his career is preserved on the Naval Academy Band site: “Upon Peter Schoff ’s retirement on March 1, 1887, Charles Adams Zimmermann became the sixth bandmaster at the Naval Academy. At age 26, he is still the youngest person to become leader of the Naval Academy Band. Joining the band as a 3rd cornetist on July 1, 1882, he also performed on the violin and cello. For three years prior to joining the Navy, he attended the Peabody Institute of Music in Baltimore (the city of his mother’s birth), and is considered a distinguished graduate of that institution. Zimmermann’s father had been a band member since June 20, 1859, and Charles Zimmermann was born while the band was stationed with the Naval Academy in Newport, RI. He was a musician of exceptional ability. Not only did he direct the band, but he also led the midshipmen choir and started the midshipmen theatrical club ‘The Masqueraders.’ Additionally, he played the organ at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis.”3 In 1906, Zimmermann was 45, a respectable middle age. He was a noted musicologist, and had even composed for the New York stage ... for a 1902 production of L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz. His tunes for The Scarecrow and the Tin Woodsman were written in collaboration with lyricist Vincent Bryan.4 (Unfortunately, the stage music wasn’t used in the 1939 movie version, so we don’t remember those tunes today.5 However, “Football,” a sprightly comic march which seems to reflect some Naval Academy influence, can be viewed online as performed in a revival in 2010 by the Canton Comic Opera Company.6) A prolific composer, Zimmermann had made a practice for some years of writing a march for each graduating class, which debuted during June Week.7 The second player to step onto our stage was much, much younger—in fact, a second-class midshipmen. In 1906, Midshipman Alfred Hart Miles, Class of 1907, was leader of the USNA Choir. He was the son of Charles Richard Miles, Class of 1872.The elder Miles had served aboard many famous ships, including TUSCARORA, PENSACOLA, POWHATAN, OSSIPPEE, CONSTELLATION and KEARSARGE before dying aboard YANTIC at Quarantine Station, NY, in 1889.8

The younger Miles had been raised in Norfolk,VA, and appointed to the Academy by President Theodore Roosevelt.9 The genesis of the tune of “Anchor’s Aweigh,” though not of the lyrics, has been disputed.What all hands seem to agree on is that, pursuant to a request from his classmates, Miles approached Zimmermann first. Since “Zimmie” had established that tradition of composing a song or march for each graduating class, the Class of ’07 wanted something specific: a lively football marching song.10 They “were eager to have a piece of music that would be inspiring, one with a swing to it so that it could be used as a football marching song, and one that would live forever.”11 As lore has it, Zimmermann and Miles agreed to collaborate, sat down together at the organ in the then-new Chapel and composed it together.12 The first mention of a performance was at the 1906 Farewell Ball. James Cheevers writes: “According to the hop card for the Farewell Ball given by the Class of 1907 for the Class of 1906 on February 12, 1906, probably in the new Armory, later Dahlgren Hall, the band played “Heave Around” dedicated to the Class of 1906, and a ‘Two Step’“Anchor’s Aweigh” dedicated to the Class of 1907 by Zimmermann.”13 The entire song itself—both music and lyrics—was probably given its first public performance at Franklin Field in Philadelphia for the 1906 Army-Navy game late that fall.14 However, there agreement seems to end. Midshipman Miles had authored the original two stanzas: Stand Navy down the field Sails set to the sky We’ll never change our course So Army you steer shy-y-y-y

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And thereby hangs a tale of disagreement and strife. Zimmermann published “Anchor’s Aweigh, March and Two-Step” in 1906, just after it had been written. Miles’s name appears nowhere on the first published version, a copy of which is held by Nimitz Library, even though it includes the lyrics. A close examination of the initial publication shows that it is credited to Charles A. Zimmermann, musical director, U.S. Naval Academy; the copyright is registered to Ida M. Zimmermann, his wife; it is published by “I.M. Zimmermann, Annapolis, MD.” Of course, having been involved in New York productions, Zimmermann had some idea of the value of a copyright, whereas a midshipman might not have.The legal claim of Midshipman Miles was made rather later. He said he had composed a “football song” when he was the choir leader and that Zimmermann “... incorporated it into a march called AA and got all the credit as author.”15 Eventually Miles brought suit

to share in the rights. He later wrote:“... the lawyers in bringing suit decided it was best to call it a collaboration. Its (sic) frozen this way. It dragged on for 10 yrs and was finally settled out of court after I had fired all the lawyers and seen publishers personally at their request. I got a bonus and am cut in on royalties and acknowledged as author and composer of song AA.”16 It is hard to fault Miles’s original lyrics, for a college fight song.They’re rousing, belligerent and direct; easy to memorize and sing. However, just as with the Navy Hymn, as time went on, others felt the need to add to and change the lyrics. Midshipman Royal Lovell ’26 was the first to try, but his revisions, though added to a copyrighted edition of the sheet music, didn’t stick. In 1926, George D. Lottman added a third stanza, which fared rather better; most of us know it from the songbook.17 Considering only these ‘original’ three Academy-specific stanzas, AA does seem to be one of, if not the most, instantly recognizable

and rousing fight song of all time, only rivaled, perhaps, by Harvard’s “Ten Thousand Men of Harvard.” ‘Fight’ songs themselves were a late 19th century innovation. A website listing the top 15 college fight songs states, “The first generally recognized college fight song, “For Boston,” was composed by T.J. Hurley (Boston College, 1885) … “For Boston” is a MIDN Royal Lovell ’26 traditional march of a quasirepeating 16 measures, and the vast majority of college fight songs follow this pattern.”18 Other famous fight songs include “Yea,Alabama” and “The Victors.”

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FEATURE However, “Anchor’s Aweigh” is not even listed as one of the top 15 most recognizable college fight songs … although “On, Brave Old Army Team,” a much less famous tune, is. The most likely explanation is that “Anchor’s Aweigh,” both in its music and in its lyrics, over time has proved too popular to be limited to its original role. It is now less a college song than what another commentator calls the “unofficial song of the U.S. Navy.”19 Angus Konstam goes on to say,“The song was gradually adopted by the U.S. Navy as a whole … The melody was also rewritten by Domenico Salvino—a composer for the music industry, who gave the tune more energy. Despite all these changes the lyrics still reflected the college football origins of the song. Therefore other changes followed, until what we have is a version with no references at all to college, sport, or beating the army.”20 That’s basically true, but it’s worth briefly retracing the evolution referred to above. First, let’s look at the third verse, the one added in 1926. It goes:

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Anchor’s Aweigh, my boys, Anchor’s Aweigh. Farewell to college joys, we sail at break of day-ay-ay-ay. Through our last night on shore, drink to the foam, Until we meet once more: Here’s wishing you a happy voyage home. Already, in 1926, this new stanza was either beginning or acknowledging the transition of the song to a larger stage than the Academy. And over the years, this transition continued, as all references to the Academy, to the Severn, to football and to drinking have been leached away.The verses currently sung at boot camp are: Stand, Navy, out to sea, Fight our battle cry; We’ll never change our course, So vicious foe steer shy-y-y-y. Roll out the TNT, Anchor’s Aweigh. Sail on to victory, And sink their bones to Davy Jones, hooray!

Anchor’s Aweigh, my boys, Anchor’s Aweigh. Farewell to foreign shores,We sail at break of day, of day. Through our last night on shore, Hail to the foam, Until we meet once more. Here’s wishing you a happy voyage home! 21 And here’s the version currently taught at Officer Candidate School (OCS)22 Stand, Navy, out to sea, Fight our battle cry; We’ll never change our course, So vicious foe steer shy-y-y-y. Roll out the TNT, Anchor’s Aweigh. Sail on to victory, And sink their bones to Davy Jones, hooray! Anchor’s Aweigh, my boys, Anchor’s Aweigh. Farewell to foreign shores, we sail at break of day-ay-ay-ay.

Through our last night on shore, drink to the foam, Until we meet once more. Here’s wishing you a happy voyage home. Blue of the Mighty Deep; Gold of God’s great sun Let these our colors be till all of time be done, done, done, done, On Seven Seas we learn Navy’s stern call: Faith, courage, service true with honor over, honor over all. However, rather surprisingly, this is not the current official Navy version. In fact, there is no “official” version, other than the originally-copyrighted text.The basic reason for this is that “Anchor’s Aweigh,” now usually printed “Anchors Aweigh,” is not, officially, the Navy song.The www.navy.mil site states: “Today, the song has become an important part of Chief Petty Officers training.While there is a proposal to include protocol

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for performing “Anchor’s Aweigh” in the Navy Regulations and to designate it the official song of the U.S. Navy, it remains an unofficial service song.”23 This seems to be its current status: the unofficial ‘official’ song, performed with a cacophonic medley of different lyrics depending on where the individual singer first encountered it: USNA, OCS, as a chief or as a recent boot camp graduate. It remains to trace out the history of its original writers. Charles Zimmermann suffered a brain hemorrhage and died in the then-new Naval Academy Hospital on 16 January 1916. His funeral, among the largest ever seen in Annapolis, was held three days later. Classes were suspended at the Academy. Six midshipmen were pallbearers, his choir at St. Mary’s sang and members of the Elks, Knights of Columbus and Catholic Legion participated in the service. Some 900 midshipmen, along with the officers, faculty and the Naval Academy Band marched in the cortege to the West Street Cemetery. A Marine Corps honor guard fired the traditional salute and a bugler played taps.24 On 8 May 1918, an eight-foot gray Maryland granite monument was erected on his grave by the Classes of 1916 and 1917.25 Later, he was reburied in the Naval Academy Cemetery, where he now rests.The bandstand between the Chapel and Bancroft Hall, which was built in 1922, is officially named the Charles A. Zimmermann Bandstand.26 His collaborator, Midshipman Miles, went on to a distinguished career. In July 1907 he was assigned to PLUNGER, the Navy’s first operational submarine.27 He briefly commanded one of the first submarine tenders, YOSEMITE (she was apparently found unsatisfactory and decommissioned and scrapped.)28 He married Elizabeth Gilmer Tyler, a granddaughter of John Tyler, 10th President of the United States.29 During World War I, “he was decorated for his analysis of the U-boat threat and for helping to develop a new convoy system that defeated the German navy.”30 In the late ’20s and early ’30s he wrote for the Naval Institute, including works on the Yorktown naval campaign and the Comte de Grasse, and commanded the naval base at Guantanamo before retiring for the first time in 1935.31 He returned to active duty in 1940 during World War II, and established the Section Base at Little Creek,VA, where he commanded inshore patrol vessels,32 and commanded the military port at Charleston, SC.33 As musicals, movies and cartoons—including, most memorably, the eponymous 1945 production starring Frank Sinatra, Kathryn Grayson and Gene Kelly—employed the lyrics and

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tune he’d helped write, Miles took on Hollywood in court to keep the lyrics as true as possible to the original, or at least to present a good image of the Navy.34 In 1942, he composed a “Victory Verse” for the song, which, modified, became part of the lyrics now used in the Chief Petty Officer initiation.35 After his second Navy retirement, Miles “sailed the seven seas in command of the National Bulk Carriers Tankers,” and was still at sea at the age of 70.36 Miles died in 1956 in a fall from his attic window in Norfolk,37 and is buried in the USNA Cemetery.38 He had one son, Lion Tyler Miles ’31,39 who was lost aboard ASHEVILLE (PG-21) when she was sunk in action by the Japanese in early 1942.40 Alfred’s grandson, Lion G. Miles, flew P-2s for the Navy for four years before becoming a commercial airline pilot and, most recently, a historian specializing in Massachusetts during the Revolution. Today “Anchor’s Aweigh” is long out of copyright, having been published before 1923 and, thus, in the public domain.41 Its official status vis-`a-vis the service it celebrates remains murky. Perhaps one day it will become the Navy’s official song, but some thorny issues would have to be clarified even before the whole question of “which lyrics are the official ones” could be considered. Just try to imagine what lyrics would come from the committee assigned to produce them! Be that as it may, when Miles and Zimmerman sat down together at the Chapel organ that long-ago day in 1906 to

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create a football song, they wrought far better than they knew. From fight song, to popular air, to Hollywood score, to a resounding anthem as impressive and stirring as “The Halls of Montezuma” or “Rule, Britannia” … “Anchor’s Aweigh” has truly proven itself a composition, as the Class of 1907 originally hoped, “that will live forever.” Special thanks to Jennifer Bryan, director, Archives Division, Nimitz Library, and James Cheevers, Naval Academy Museum. Dave Poyer ’71’s latest novel is The Whiteness of the Whale, a retelling of the Mocha Dick/Moby Dick story in modern dress. (St. Martin’s, April 2013.) The Towers: A Novel of 9/11 and his 12 other novels featuring USNA graduate Daniel V. Lenson are available in hardcover and e-book editions.Visit his Facebook page or his website at www.poyer.com.

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Advancing Diplomatic Interests Alumni and MidshipmenTeam Up at the Department of State By Lieutenant Diego A. Lucero ’06, USN

Officers and alumni in front of the Harry S. Truman Building in Foggy Bottom. (From left to right) Back Row: LT Diego Lucero ’06, LCDR Ben Cote, LCDR Scott Rosetti, Felix Hernandez ’79, Col James Gfrerer, LCDR Gerald Santiago ’95, Kevin Tehan ’93, CAPT Charles Denman ’85, Tom Mancinelli ’03, LtCol Terry Hagen ’93, Justin Fair ’04. Front Row: Kevin O’Keefe ’78, CDR Blair Keithley ’95, LCDR Luigi Lazzari, Neal Carter ’04, Brian Lewis ’81, RADM Samuel Perez ’80, LCDR Keith Adkins, CDR Tung Ho ’89, Kirk Masterson ’97. Photo courtesy of LT Lucero

ewly commissioned Navy and Marine Corps officers often picture themselves serving their country in the fleet and in far off places. Down the road they will have a shore tour that will bring them to multiple installations throughout the country, including Washington, DC. While few Navy and Marine Corps officers may envision themselves helping to advance the country’s diplomatic interests at the U.S. Department of State, today, many active duty officers and Naval Academy alumni find themselves doing just that. The State Department’s mission is to advance freedom for the benefit of the American people and the international community. The men and women of the agency, headquartered in DC’s Foggy Bottom neighborhood with diplomats

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serving at embassies and consulates in more than 180 countries and 290 cities around the world, are able to accomplish this task with a workforce that is much smaller than the Department of Defense (DoD). The State Department utilizes regional and functional bureaus to advance U.S. interests overseas. Its six regional bureaus are set up much like the geographic combatant commands used by DoD. Functional bureaus cover issues based on a certain set of foreign policy topics across the entire globe. Functional bureau work ranges from diplomatic security and consular affairs, to nonproliferation and economic and business affairs, to educational and cultural affairs and human rights. The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs is one of these functional bureaus

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FEATURE Its mission is to serve as the principal link between the Department of Defense and the State Department, strengthening the interagency relationship. One of the principal ways of improving collaboration between the two departments is through personnel exchanges. In January of 2011, an agreement was reached in which 98 DoD personnel were detailed to the State Department. Under the agreement, a 2-star flag officer (currently Rear Admiral Samuel Perez ’80, USN) serves as a deputy assistant secretary. Since September 11, 2011, our government has moved toward more integrated operations between the various departments within our government. The Departments of State and Defense recognized the synergistic effects of closer cooperation and moved to increase the number of exchange personnel. For its part, State increased the numbers of Political Advisors (POLADs) serving with various joint and service commands.The DoD more than doubled the number of servicemen assigned to the State Department. Our Navy and Marine Corps element of the State contingent adds a uniquely maritime-focused perspective to the functional and regional bureaus throughout the State Department.Whether it is providing insight into options on Syrian aid, assisting in the Egyptian policy alternatives discussion, or helping bridge gaps between the Pentagon and Foggy Bottom, Naval Academy alumni are seen

FAO vs. FSO: What’s the difference? Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) are America’s diplomatic corps. These are the men and women who work in embassies, consulates and other diplomatic missions. The selection process is highly competitive and requires a high score on the Foreign Service Officer Test. Posts in which FSOs are assigned are in difficult and even dangerous environments. Foreign Affairs Officers (FAOs) are restricted line officers that maintain a broad range of military skills and experiences: knowledge of political-military affairs; familiarity with the political, cultural, social, economic and geographic factors of the countries and regions in which they are stationed; and proficiency in one or more of the dominant languages in their regions of expertise. Navy FAOs serve on staffs of fleets, combatant commands, defense agencies and DoD military-diplomatic offices at U.S. embassies. They provide expertise in planning and executing operations, provide liaison with foreign militaries operating in coalitions with U.S. forces, conduct political-military activities and execute military-diplomatic missions. Source: PERS 473C website

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as first round draft choices at the State Department. Currently 21 Navy and Marine Corps detailees and an additional seven Marine Corps fellows work throughout the State Department, providing critical insight and expertise into the methods and practices of the military to their State Department colleagues. They come from many backgrounds: pilots, surface warfare officers, the special operations community and Foreign Affairs Officers (FAO). The ties between the State Department and the Navy and Marine Corps and the Naval Academy do not stop there. Many alumni continue to serve their country throughout the Department. Michael Ma ’88 is currently a special assistant working in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor. He remembers being assigned to the U.S. Embassy in Canberra, Australia, his second class year. At the time, he worked in the political section and helped handle external reporting. “I remember the time in Canberra being a really eye-opening experience about the work of the State Department overseas. I was surprised by the breadth of their areas of responsibility, the high quality of the people serving in the section and the strangeness of their writing style—it was very different than the terse style they were teaching at school [USNA].” Ma is one of about 40 alumni serving at State. Traditionally, midshipmen from the political science department at USNA have come to State as interns in the office of Plans, Policy and Analysis within the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs. A new memorandum of understanding allows for midshipmen to be assigned throughout any office in the State Department, and midshipmen can come from any major at the Academy. Midshipmen who came to State for summer training in 2013 were assigned not only in the Political-Military Bureau, but also in the Bureaus of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and Economics and Business Affairs. Midshipman Susannah Johnson ’14 worked in the office of Plans, Policy and Analysis. As an English major, she imagined she would write numerous papers for her office. She did indeed get to summarize a few conferences she attended for her office, but also learned more about what the State Department looked for in documents. “I thought it was interesting how the chiefs of staff for many bureaus emphasized writing for a customer and tried to grab that customer in the first sentence,” she said. Johnson also was able to learn from her office director, Kevin O’Keefe ’78. “I could see how he was able to take input from personnel in the office and make decisions, which is what a junior officer will have to do in the fleet.”

Completing a 26-year career as a Marine colonel followed by a brief two-year stint in the private sector, O’Keefe joined the State Department in 2006 as a career member of the Senior Executive Service. He is currently the director of the Office of Plans, Policy and Analysis in the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs. “I have always had a strong interest in international affairs,” he said.“Given my educational background combined with a sub-specialty in the Marine Corps as a FAO, service at the State Department has allowed me to pursue public service in an area of great importance for our national security alongside some extremely talented foreign and civil service officers.” Midshipman Jessica Fellows ’15 worked in the office which helps the U.S. government remove unexploded ordnance and mines from former warzones around the world. Fellows immersed herself in an initiative for a U.S. Interagency Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) Task Force, a group with representatives from State, DoD, the intelligence community and Homeland Security which prevents the spread of deadly MANPADs around the world. Future USNA interns will continue Fellows’ research. “I was surprised by the interagency coordination as well as the U.S. coordination with allies,” she said. Fellows also learned leadership from how the office task force worked and compared it to a military unit.“Through morning huddles, the task force was able to build unit cohesion, continuity in the workplace and build unit morale.” Midshipman Eugene Yang ’15 was attached to the office of China/Mongolia Affairs. As a Kimsey Scholar fluent in Mandarin, he found the internship “incredibly relevant to my academic interests in international relations.” He was able to

Members of the Naval Academy’s and United Kingdom’s International Scholarships Program visit the State Department in March 2013. Photo courtesy of LT Lucero

Midshipmen at State—Summer 2013 Bureau of Political Military Affairs Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement Midshipman Jessica Fellows ’15 Midshipman Brian Fritz ’14 Midshipman Vincent LaRocca ’15 Plans, Policy and Analysis Midshipman Susannah Johnson ’14 Midshipman Julianne Hitt ’14 East Asia Pacific Affairs Japan Midshipman Justin Chock ’14 China/Mongolia Midshipman Eugene Yang ’14 Economic and Business Affairs Commercial and Business Affairs Midshipman Megan DeLage ’15

assist in drafting multiple briefings for Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns, noting “the amount of social and cultural challenges were very demanding as we had to learn how to operate in the State Department.” The Navy and the Marine Corps send their top performers to work at State. Many of the Navy personnel here are command screened, and are working in their joint assignment. Staff work at State is very rewarding, and the team of people working on a given issue tends to be much smaller than within the Pentagon, so the projects a lieutenant commander or a major handles frequently have the attention of an assistant secretary (three star equivalent). All the officers assigned here are exposed to and participate in diplomatic activities from deciding whether or not the United States should transfer a particular weapon system to a foreign country to deciding how our national security interests overlap with other nations in every region around the world. USNA alumni at State agree that it is very rewarding to work within the inter-agency process on high-level policy making regarding the most difficult problems facing the U.S. government. All State Department USNA alumni encourage any midshipman who have the opportunity to take an internship at State to do so—they will find it to be among the highlights of their four years at Annapolis. September-October 2013

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FEATURE Midshipmen have received rave reviews from the offices in which they worked this past summer. Many offices look forward to seeing midshipmen return next year.The midshipmen learned from their experience, were able to contribute to State and help bridge the cultural differences of the two agencies. This exchange of personnel is a valuable tool in the relationship between the State Department and DoD.Whether you are an active duty midshipman or a rear admiral, the State Department may present the opportunity for you to serve your country in ways you never imagined. About the author: Lieutenant Diego A. Lucero ’06, USN, is a helicopter pilot currently detailed to the State Department and is deputy chief of operations in the Office of International Security and Operations. A special thanks to Rear Admiral Samuel Perez ’80, Kevin O’Keefe ’78,Tom Mancinelli ’03, Captain Charles Denman ’85, Ellen Barry-Cormier and Josh Paul for their contributions and for making this article possible.

What squadron patch is that? For the 2012 Army-Navy game, Midshipman Kwazel Bertrand ’16 chose to wear a unique patch on his football uniform. The U.S. State Department seal honors the fallen in Benghazi and all who serve in the department. This marks the first time a State Department patch has been offered or worn in a game and speaks to the growing bond in which the State Department and DoD have created. Photo courtesy of USNA PAO

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All in the Family Naval Academy Parents Club Marks 20th Anniversary

From left, Marcia Asdal; LT Ashley Asdal ’09, USN; Annie Asdal; ENS Kirsten Asdal ’13, USN; MIDN Charlotte Asdal ’17; and Bill Asdal during Plebe Parents’ Weekend. LTJG Lindsey Asdal ’10, USN, is currently deployed to Okinawa. Photo by Barbara Hendricks

“NHot College.” That’s the slogan on a popular t-shirt available in the Midshipmen Store, a phrase that captures just how different the Naval Academy experience is from that at virtually any other college or university. That sentiment is just as true for midshipman parents—people used to intense involvement in their sons’ and daughters’ lives who, in just a few short moments on I-Day, transition into an entirely different relationship with their

children, one shaped profoundly by the distinctive schedules, traditions and mission of the Naval Academy. For many of these parents, involvement in their local Naval Academy Parents Club, part of a nationwide network that marks its 20th anniversary this year, offers critical opportunities to better understand their sons’ and daughters’ experiences and connect with others going through similar excitement and challenges. “Without the Parents Club, we would have been overwhelmed,” said

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FEATURE Jeffrey Shyne of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, whose son, Nicolas, is a member of the Class of 2017.

A New World Shyne and his wife, Annie, first connected with the South Florida Parents Club in the spring of Nicolas’s junior year in high school. “My dad, who is from Ecuador, was a member of the Class of 1959, one of about eight international students at the time,” said Annie Shyne. “He and Nicolas had gone on a Tiger cruise on PORTER the spring of his sophomore year, then we watched Nicolas go on to Summer Seminar. As Nicolas’s interest in the Academy grew, Dad, who has always maintained his involvement in the Alumni Association, suggested we reach out to the Parents Club in our area to see what Nicolas would be involved in and what our family would go through.The members were so helpful.We learned so much about what to do and not do.We were so excited they would be willing to include Nicolas and us.” While Naval Academy parents have arranged loosely organized parent programs for many years, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the first official clubs recognized by the Naval Academy Alumni Association.There are now 84 regional Parents Clubs located throughout the country.While the specific programs offered vary from club to club, they share a common mission—to support Naval Academy parents and the Brigade of Midshipmen through all four years of the Naval Academy experience. “Many midshipmen come from immediate families without any military background,” said Elizabeth Beedenbender, parent programs coordinator for the Alumni Association. “It’s a whole new world for them.These are people who have often been completely engaged in every aspect of their children’s lives, and now they’re dropping their kids off at the gate and having to trust the Academy. It’s important for them to have like-minded people to talk to.They want to know where to go with a specific issue, where to find a piece of information.The clubs help families celebrate the good times and survive the terrible ones— they’re our boots on the ground throughout the country.” The clubs, which typically host four to six gatherings each year, sponsor events including “welcome aboard” picnics for new Naval Academy families, pot lucks, care package assembly parties, holiday gatherings, spring dinners honoring the graduating class and their families and regular business meetings. Additional events are often organized in conjunction with the local alumni chapters. Of course, email and social media allow parents to

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connect one-on-one and electronically far more frequently. Some chapters, including North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming conduct most of their meetings virtually. The USNA Alumni Association also hosts an annual Parents Club Officer Conference each September to allow parents club leaders to gather, share best practices, exchange resources and provide feedback to the Alumni Association and the Foundation.

Serving Those Who Serve Chester, NJ, residents Bill and Marcia Asdal are veteran Naval Academy parents, now on their second tour as co-presidents of the New Jersey Parents Club. Four of their five daughters have attended the Academy: Lieutenant Ashley Asdal ’09, USN, who holds a master’s degree in public policy from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and is stationed on the Mayport, FL-based FARRAGUT; Lieutenant Junior Grade Lindsey Asdal ’10, USN, who flies P-3 maritime patrol aircraft and is currently deployed to Okinawa; Ensign Kirsten Asdal ’13, USN, who is headed to Taiwan to continue her Chinese studies on a Fulbright Fellowship before beginning a graduate program at Oxford University; and Midshipman Charlotte Asdal ’17. Neither Bill nor Marcia came from military backgrounds. All five Asdal daughters—including middle daughter Annie, who graduated from Duke University, spent two years in Teach for America in Memphis and is now a real estate analyst in Atlanta—earned their private pilot licenses in high school. Many of their instructors were retired Navy pilots, and the younger Asdals’ interests in the Navy and, ultimately, the Naval Academy, stemmed from these relationships. For the Asdal parents, engagement with the New Jersey Parents Club offered insights into the new world their daughters had joined. “It’s a little different at the Academy,” said Marcia Asdal. “You’re not popping in and out of their rooms, you don’t have the usual connection.The club provides a support network you can talk to and get information from as you bond with other parents who are going through what you’re going through.” Bill and Marcia’s involvement with their parents club has also had a positive influence on their daughters’ experiences. “It helps that they’re interested in understanding things,” said Kirsten Asdal. “We get to do a lot of cool things, and we can talk about it with our parents. Not all of our friends can.”

The Asdals and their fellow New Jersey parents play a critical part in one of the most visible parents club programs— the tailgates Bill has dubbed “The Miracle on Asphalt.” After each home football game the New Jersey Parents Club hosts a tailgate that feeds 800 to 1,000 midshipmen.The chapter also charters buses to bring New Jersey midshipmen back and forth from the Yard at Thanksgiving, a “Dark Ages” cookie drop-off to lift midshipman spirits in February, a winter tailgate at the annual basketball game at West Point and a “how-to” event that helps parents plan Commissioning Week logistics, to name just a few programs. It’s a tremendous amount of work, but Bill Asdal considers it a modest sacrifice. “I think there’s a latent gene in the American psyche that compels us to serve,” he said. “Neither Marcia nor I were in the military—our support of the Academy and the midshipmen gives us a second bite at the apple, a chance to fill gaps in our experiences.With our girls each giving so many years of their lives in service, we can’t just sit back.” The Shynes have already been tapped to serve as South Florida Parents Club co-secretaries. “It’s so humbling to sit through the oath of office and remember these kids—the cream of the crop of our nation—

Annie (left) and Jeffrey Shyne (right) reunite with son Nicolas Shyne ’17 (center) during Plebe Parents’ Weekend. Photo by Barbara Hendricks

aren’t being drafted,” said Annie Shyne. “They are voluntarily committing years of their lives to our nation. How can we not get involved?” Many other club families also see their involvement as a chance to give back. “Both of our dads served in the Pacific,” said Dan Kennedy of Wasilla, AK, president of his state’s parents club. “Our son, David, graduated from the Naval Academy in 2013 and is now in Charleston, SC, attending Nuclear Power School. Our daughter Teresa is in the Class of 2016 and our daughter Rachel graduates from the Air Force Academy in 2014.We’ve been in the Alaska Parents Club, which supports all five of the service academies, since David’s plebe year. Alaska’s a big small town and we’re a small organization with fewer than 50 families involved. My wife, Janet, and I are both CPAs, and we’re honored to use our accounting skills to help the club see a real return on parent contributions and the benefits of being a non-profit. “As a combined club, there’s some ribbing and a lot of fun bantering—and maybe a few weekends in the fall where we don’t talk for a while—but it’s a lot of fun and we all do things together as a team.” One unique program run by the Alaska Parents Club is a homestay program for midshipmen participating in summer programs at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). “We meet the mids at the Anchorage airport, coordinate dozens of homestays and make sure they’re at NOLS in Palmer at 0800 on the designated morning, which, given Alaska’s geography, requires quite an effort,” said Kennedy. “When the Air Force gymnastics team competes against the University of Alaska, we host a picnic for the team.When David was at the Academy, he was in the glee club, and all over the U.S., they were greeted warmly by parents. I think it’s important for mids to see supportive parents throughout the country and know that their parents are involved too.”

Lifelong Friendships For many families, engagement in their parents club sparks relationships with the Academy and other parents that last long after their children’s graduations. Julie and Ken Foxton, formerly of New Jersey and now Columbia, MD, first connected with their local club more than 10 years ago when their daughter, Lieutenant Samantha Foxton ’07, USN, entered the Academy.They deepened their relationships when Samantha’s siblings, Captain Joshua Foxton ’09, USMC, and

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Ensign Heather Foxton ’12, USN, followed in her footsteps, with Ken and Julie serving terms as co-presidents and co-vice presidents of the New Jersey Parents Club. Now that all three Foxton children have graduated, their parents remain active with President’s Circle donor society as well as Friends of Navy Baseball. Julie spent a few years as a member of the Parents Program Steering Council, an advisory group that offered the Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation a wide range of recommendations on how to strengthen the parent programs, many of which have been implemented. Ken currently serves on the Council for Annual Giving. “Four years goes by so rapidly,” said Julie Foxton “I encourage parents to get involved quickly, and to stay involved. I had an opportunity to go on a Tiger cruise with Samantha after she graduated, and it was just amazing to watch the

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changes in her, in her decision-making abilities. Being involved in a parents club helps parents to better understand their children, especially later on when they are out in the fleet.” Beedenbender, whose husband is a retired surface warfare officer and former Naval Academy economics professor, welcomes the involvement of Naval Academy parents at any stage in their sons’ and daughters’ educations. “I know what it’s like to be a military family,” she said. “If there’s no club in your area, contact me—I can help you connect with other parents in your area. And if you want to step up to start a club, that’s even better.You’ll make lifelong friends and you’ll go through this whole journey together.” And just a few months in, the Shynes agree. “This isn’t just about us and our son.We’re now a part of the Navy family,” said Annie Shyne.

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Center for Cyber Security Studies By Lisa Aszklar

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he Naval Academy’s proposed Center for Cyber Security Studies (CCSS) continues to receive enthusiastic support from Naval Academy officials. The Center’s building, which will occupy an area now used for parking between Nimitz Library and Rickover Hall, will host several floors of classrooms and lecture space, including facilities for hands-on work in forensics and biometrics, multi-purpose labs for project-based learning in engineering disciplines,

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spaces for discussion and dissemination of classified information, special rooms where students can simulate attack and defend scenarios, classrooms and office space. It marks the first new construction of classroom facilities since the completion of Rickover Hall in 1975. “Existing buildings on the Yard were never designed for the era of computer networks and mobile computers,” said Academic Dean and Provost Andrew Phillips. “For the most part, they were

built in the 1960s and 1970s, when ‘state of the art’ was the mainframe computer that would fill a room.” “The CCSS will be designed to support both wired and wireless networks and all manner of desktop and mobile computing technologies,” Phillips explained. “It also must be a flexible space, capable of evolving over the next 40 or 50 years, in order to meet changing technologies and developing needs.” “Fully one-third of active duty officer ranks are service academy graduates, so the Naval Academy understands how critical a role the CCSS facility plays in educating the nation’s future military leaders,” Phillips said. “This is why, at the United States Naval Academy, we never approach an area as ‘acceptable.’ ‘Acceptable’ simply is not good enough. Not in academics, not in athletics and not in leadership.” In short, the new CCSS building—and the cyber operations major it will house—will serve as a preeminent facility dedicated to cyber security instruction in the United States and is envisioned as a new center of excellence at the United States Naval Academy. Sara Phillips, architect of the Naval Academy and no relation to Andrew Phillips, said the CCSS project involves several special considerations. Federal law mandates that because of its designation as a National Historic Landmark, the Naval Academy must consult with the State of Maryland when construction or modification of any structure (or part of any structure) on the Yard is proposed. She said the Naval Academy has received positive early feedback from Maryland State Historic Preservation officials. Another step the team will address before construction commences is consultation with the State regarding environmental impacts associated with the project, including storm water treatment and site management during and after construction. In addition, the new building presents a number of engineering challenges, including anti-terrorist force protection (ATFP), based on the site’s accessibility by water, and its designation as a sensitive compartmented information facility (SCIF), indicating that the building will contain areas where secure information is used and stored. The team recently outlined a multi-stage construction schedule for the proposed building.To date, the project has completed the feasibility phase, during which an interdisciplinary team of architects, engineers and planners performed a preliminary feasibility assessment.

The group deemed the proposed site of the CCSS suitable for building and estimated that construction costs would be in the range of $100 million.With additional input on facility requirements from faculty and staff, the group also developed a rough conceptual design of the structure, which indicates the building’s footprint and overall height. Following completion of the feasibility assessment, Phillips said the next step in the process is to obtain the Navy’s authorization of the planning and development funds, approximately $4.5 million, to fully develop the project for award. The planning and development phase will culminate with a concept design in the form of a Request for Proposals (RFP), which will mark entrance into the bidding phase of the project.The RFP will enable solicitation of a design-build contract—preferred over separate design and construction contracts because it places design, engineering and construction in the hands of one supervisory general contractor. “The design-build team includes the architecturalengineering firm, working in tandem with a general contractor who holds the prime contract. So under a design-build contract, we receive a complete bid for design and construction services,” Phillips said. Pending appropriation of additional funding by Congress, officials hope to enter the next phase of construction by breaking ground in mid-2017, with anticipated completion in time for the 2019 academic year. Architect Phillips said that the projected construction schedule is an aggressive one, partly in response to the criticality of the need. Earlier this year, the Obama administration called attacks on America’s cyber infrastructure “one of the most serious economic and national security challenges we face as a nation.” ***** Captain Paul Tortora ’89, USN, who recently came on board as the second director of the Center for Cyber Security Studies, cited a May 2013 Department of Defense report in which David F. Helvey, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for East Asia, spoke of the increase in hostile cyber activity believed to originate in larger Pacific Rim countries, including China. In the same report, Helvey zeroed in on the Chinese government and its military as suspects in the growing number of attempted cyber attacks worldwide during 2012. The DoD report gave credence to the Obama administration’s warnings that unlawful intrusion into America’s cyberspace

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Accordingly, in 2010 the Naval Academy’s Faculty Senate Curriculum Committee recommended that two cyber security courses be required of all midshipmen, one in the freshman year and one in the junior year, and earlier this year paved the way for the creation of the Cyber Operations major. The fundamental goal in the approach,Tortora said, is to provide a strong knowledge base for future military leaders who are also Academy graduates, in order to better enable them to protect and defend our nation’s cyber infrastructure and understand the implications of losing the ability to freely operate in all of the operational domains. Tortora said that the Naval Academy’s cyber operations major is a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) major, and that it is intentionally interdisciplinary in nature and designed to provide a broad understanding of cyberspace. The unique aspect of this major is that it will include courses and topics beyond what may be considered more traditional computer science and information technology fields of study. Mandatory and elective classes such as Cyber Planning and Policy, Cyber Law and Ethics, Hacktivism, Social Engineering and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) will make up the curriculum.The major will still have a strong foundation in computer science and information technology, networking, and computer engineering—enough to give the students a grounded understanding of programming and underlying theories of computer operations and cyberspace in general. Guest lecturers, visiting professors, internships and extensive situational modeling will round out the program. The Class of 2016 will be the first to graduate midshipmen who have chosen cyber operations as a course of study. “Those 36 cyber ops majors will be significantly more aware and better equipped to face the almost inevitable and growing threat of cyber intrusion and cyber attacks by the time they reach their first duty stations,” Tortora said.

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AN OCEAN AWAY By Captain Tom Druggan ’89, USN

The Next 75 Shipmate is in its 75th year of print, which is a true milestone to celebrate. Over that timeframe, our Navy has greatly contributed to world stability, from the Greatest Generation in World War II through today’s forces supporting Afghanistan.Though the tools of our trade have changed, our purpose of defending our country remains constant.The U.S. Navy has almost 325,000 officers and sailors on active duty today, with another 110,000 in the ready reserves.These patriots man 285 ships and more than 3,700 aircraft, ensuring our nation has sufficient combat ready forces to quickly respond when our nation calls. Over the last 10 years, our Navy and Marine Corps forces have been deployed at an extremely high tempo, with more forces deployed for longer periods of time. For instance, the NIMITZ and HARRY S. TRUMAN carrier strike groups are currently conducting operations in the Middle East while the GEORGE WASHINGTON carrier strike group and the BONHOMME RICHARD expeditionary strike group remain steadfast in the Western Pacific. Six month deployments are no longer the norm with deployments regularly scheduled for seven or eight months, and some carriers have had to double cycle with only short periods at home between deployments. Despite these challenges, Navy sailors are marvelous and their professionalism is at a high water mark. Thankfully, our top-notch sailors have top-notch equipment to get the job done. Every community has raised the bar and the fleet has impressive new tools at their fingertips. On the high seas, our new and modernized AEGIS destroyers are outfitted with AEGIS Baseline 9, bringing improvements to ballistic missile defense and showcasing the SM-6 “smart missile.” Both greatly expand AEGIS’ area of control for air and missile defense. At the same time, the lead ship of a new class of surface combatant, FREEDOM (LCS 1), is already deployed overseas, years in advance of expectations. She is operating out of Singapore and developing new tactics for the class while advancing our international ties. Deep below the ocean swells, the submariners improved the sonars on the Los Angeles-class and Virginia-class submarines in order to maintain a commanding warfighting advantage. In the process, the submariners made daily life better by improving training

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and maintenance for the sailors. The submariners also finished converting four Ohio-class SSBNs to SSGNs. The SSGNs carry scores of Tomahawk missiles, and even SEALs if needed, bringing large numbers of important capability to the fleet. High above, naval aviation completed fielding of its flagship fighter, the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, and is introducing its related ‘jammer’ version, the EA-18G Growler. Often unnoticed in the nightly news, naval aviation continues to fly long hours in the cockpit in direct support of ground forces in Afghanistan, making a difference every day. At sea, our Nimitz-class carriers have all received their Capstone combat system upgrade for their self-defense, keeping more than 5,000 American sailors on each carrier safer and mission focused. Standing steady on the Marine Corps side, ARLINGTON (LPD-24) is the latest amphibious ship to enter fleet service. Designed to replace several classes of single-purpose ships, SAN ANTONIO-class LPDs are impressive. These ships can host Marines, their vehicles and cargo, landing craft of all types, command staff and even land a MV-22 Osprey. With a solid self-defense system and robust communications suite, these ships are able to independently conduct disaster relief operations, host diplomatic exchanges, conduct forward presence operations, and deliver Marines and their equipment to hot spots. Not to be outdone, Marine Corps aviation’s MV-22 (which takes off like a helicopter but flies like a plane) earned its operational stripes and is proving to be a tremendous work horse. Our alumni in the fleet today are continuing the Naval Academy’s legacy of excellence and keeping the bar high for the new Class of 2017. Our collective story has been brilliantly captured in Shipmate’s pages over the past 75 years, class by class and inspiring story after inspiring story. Commanding exceptional ships, submarines, aircraft, and the sailors that operate them, the Class of 2017 will face tough new challenges and add another important chapter of success to the Naval Academy story. Captain Tom Druggan ’89 is the major program manager for In-Service AEGIS Combat Systems in PEO Integrated Warfare Systems,Washington NavyYard,Washington, DC.

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TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME Navy Federal Credit Union saluted more than 1,200 plebes from the Class of 2017 at the 13th annual “Navy Night” baseball game at the Bowie Baysox Stadium in Bowie, MD, on 2 August 2013. The night out was a welcomed retreat for the plebes who had recently Photo courtesy of USNA PAO completed their summer training. The Class of 2017 enjoyed an evening of baseball, food and fireworks with Navy Federal staff and their families who traveled from Navy Federal headquarters in Vienna,VA. Midshipman Ross Gilchriest ’17 threw the first pitch and was presented with a custom #17 Bowie Baysox jersey in honor of his class year. When asked about the significance of the plebe event, Navy Federal President and CEO Cutler Dawson ’70 stated; “Midshipmen are the future of our Navy and Marine Corps. We’re honored to be able to give back to those who sacrifice so much for our country.” Play ball!

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CLASS OF 2017 MIDSHIPMEN AND CADETS RECOGNIZED AT ANNUAL DINNER The Class of 2017 midshipmen and the West Point Class of 2017 Cadets were recognized at an annual dinner sponsored jointly by the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association’s Western New York chapter, West Point Society and Veterans Network of Kodak Employees on 6 June 2013. The dinner, held at Irondequoit Country Club in Pittsford, NY, was moderated by Nelson Blish ’69 and included an address by guest speaker Vice Admiral Robert Murrett, deputy director, Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism at Syracuse University, and former director of Naval Intelligence.

AN ANCHOR TO THE PAST The figurehead of HMS MACEDONIAN located in the Naval War of 1812 exhibit in Mahan Hall will receive quite a facelift this fall courtesy of the Class of 1973’s 40th reunion class project. According to the Naval Academy Naval War of 1812 Walking Tour, “The classical head represents Alexander, the Macedonian who ruled Greece and much of the known world in the 4th century BC. It was carved in wood in 1810 to decorate the bow of the British warship named MACEDONIAN. On 25 October 1812, west of the Canary Islands, the UNITED STATES, commanded by Captain Stephen Decatur, captured the British ship in a two-and-a-half-hour battle. Its flag and figurehead were saved and preserved. The ship itself was repaired and served as an American warship until 1835.” While the original wooden figurehead will continue to be displayed in Mahan Hall, the Class of 1973 will donate an exact replica in bronze, which will be displayed in the figurehead’s original location on the Naval Academy Yard.

The original HMS MACEDONIAN figurehead. Photo courtesy of USNA Photo Lab

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Space SEAL Midshipman Lucas Papadakis ’15’s voice traveled to outer space on 2 August 2013 when the aspiring future astronaut conducted a live interview from Fort Meade in Severn, MD, with Commander Christopher Cassidy ’93, USN, currently serving as a flight engineer onboard the International Space Station. An aerospace engineering major and participant in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Papadakis used the out-of-thisworld opportunity to question Cassidy on a variety of subjects including the Navy’s role in space, the physical training required of astronauts and his own personal path to the stars. An important contributor to United States efforts in space, the Naval Academy has graduated more astronauts than any other college or university. When asked how his Navy service prepared him for being an astronaut, Cassidy answered, “I think that to be successful as an astronaut you need to have the ability to think operationally and do things while you’re communicating on the radio and while you’re processing multiple things. That ability was really instilled in me from my first days of stepping on to the Naval Academy Yard.”

Cassidy received a Bachelor of Science in mathematics from the Academy and a master’s degree in ocean engineering from MIT in 2000. After graduating from CDR Christopher Cassidy, right, is interviewed on the Navy Live blog by MIDN Lucas Papadakis ’15 BUD/S Class 192, from a studio at Defense Media Activity in Fort Cassidy served 10 years Meade, MD. Photo by Oscar Sosa with the Navy SEALs and was selected by NASA as an astronaut candidate in 2004. He served as Capsule Commander (CAPCOM) in Mission Control from 2006 to 2008 and in July 2009 he completed his first space flight, including three spacewalks. A member of the Expedition 35 crew, Cassidy has been aboard the International Space Station since the crew’s launch on 28 March 2013. For the full broadcast of Papadakis’ interview with Commander Cassidy, visit www.usna.com.

2013 DONOR REPORT: ERRATA

FEDERAL EMPLOYEE? SUPPORT THE ACADEMY THROUGH THE CFC

The following donors were inadvertently omitted from or listed incorrectly in the 2013 U.S. Naval Academy Foundation Donor Report. The Foundation sincerely regrets the error.

Class of 1984 President’s Circle Associate ($2,500 - $4,999) Mr. and Mrs. Harold L. Gilreath, Jr. *

Class of 1985 Herndon Club ($1,000 - $2,499) Mrs. Ellen F. MacGarrigle * Matching Gift

To view archived issues of Shipmate back to May 1938, visit www.usna.com

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Federal employees, including military personnel, have another powerful way to contribute to the Naval Academy and its future: by designating their annual Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) pledge to the Naval Academy Foundation. The Combined Federal Campaign is the world’s largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign. Each year from 1 September to 15 December, federal employees make pledges, typically paid through payroll deduction, that support more than 20,000 non-profit organizations across the nation and throughout the world—including the Naval Academy Foundation. The Naval Academy Foundation is included in two CFC regions: National Capital Area and Chesapeake Bay Area. The Foundation’s designation number, 57057, is the same in both regions. For more information on CFC giving and how to designate your pledge to the Naval Academy Foundation, visit www.cfctoday.org. You can also contact the Naval Academy Foundation at 410-295-4100 for assistance.

“DINNER WITH THE SMILEYS” Every week, for 52 weeks, the Smiley family of Bangor, ME, invites a special guest to dinner. Lieutenant Commander Dustin H. Smiley ’97, USN, has been overseas on a 13-month deployment since November of 2012 and his wife, Sarah Smiley, began inviting special guests over to eat with her family so their three sons “wouldn’t be sad to see their dad’s empty chair at the dinner table.” The dinners mark Smiley’s absence in a special way by filling his seat with family and friends until he returns. The first Smiley dinner guest was Susan Collins, a U.S. Senator from Maine who was invited by the Smileys’ 11-yearold son, Ford. While at dinner, Collins was able to video chat with Smiley. Other

guests have included the Smileys’ youngest son’s preschool teacher, neighbors, the University of Maine hockey team and the town’s police chief. The Smiley boys have even extended an invitation to President Barrack Obama after the White House learned of the Smileys’ project via Sarah Smiley’s Facebook page. “The White House contacted us and said that they loved this project and they’d love to be a part of it. So my son sent a letter to the president and the vice president inviting them to dinner. The standing rule is one special guest per dinner [the invited guest gets a plus one], but when it comes to the highest office in the land, the kids will make a few concessions. My son said

in the letter, ‘Usually we invite one guest and tell them they can bring a guest, but we’ll make an exception if you would like to bring your wives and your children,’” said Sarah Smiley. One of the biggest surprise guests wasn’t human, however, but robotic. On 4 May 2013, a “Star Wars” R2-D2 replica came to dinner and projected a video of Smiley with a special message for his children and wife. No matter how highprofile or high-tech the guests, the individual the Smiley family is most looking forward to having at dinner will be seated at the table on the 53rd week of their project when he returns home from deployment.

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MATTHEW HORN DECORATED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF CROATIA Matthew Horn ’89 was decorated by the President of the Republic of Croatia, Dr. Ivo Josipovi´ c, in a ceremony on 22 July 2013, with The Order of Stjepan Radi´ c in honor of his “tireless advocacy during critical phases in Croatia’s NATO accession.” The decoration, presented to Horn by the Republic of Croatia’s Ambassador to the United States, Joško Paro, is a high honor bestowed by presidential decree and granted to Croatians and foreigners for “services and sacrifices for the national and social rights of the Croatian people.” Named after Stjepan Radi´ c, one of Croatia’s greatest statesmen, The Order of Stjepan Radi´ c decree is a hand-painted document, and was presented to Horn with accompanying medals in a ceremony attended by Horn’s family, friends, colleagues, members of Congress and various dignitaries. In his personal ceremonial remarks, Paro further enforced the importance of Horn’s contribution to the security and stability of Croatia stating, “I am now speaking from the heart when I tell

H.E. Joško Paro, Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia to the United States, Congresswoman Ileana Ros - Lehtinen (R-FL), Matthew Mark Horn and Ambassador James B. Foley, former U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Croatia

you that we would not be in NATO today without Matt … Matt knows Croatia and the region firsthand and saw the devastating effects of the war. He is a true friend who stood up for Croatia when we needed help most.” Bravo Zulu, Matt Horn.

75-YEAR-OLD DOLPHINS FIND NEW LIFE WITH FEMALE SUBMARINER On 26 July 2013, at a presentation ceremony aboard MAINE, siblings John Coye III ’63 and Commander Beth Coye, USN (Ret.), pinned their father’s 75-year-old dolphins on Lieutenant Junior Grade Laura Martindale ’10, USN, in honor of his submarine service and legacy. The dolphins were originally pinned on Rear Admiral John S. Coye Jr. ’33, USN (Ret.), more than seven decades ago by his Division Commander, Captain Charles Lockwood, Class of 1912, legendary commander of Submarine Force Pacific Fleet during World War II. Rear Admiral Coye Jr. was honored to have been pinned by Lockwood and he wore his dolphins with great pride, earning an outstanding war record on

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SILVERSIDES. An obvious influence in both of his children’s lives, Coye Jr.’s dedication to service and country live on through his son, also a Naval Academy graduate, and his daughter, one of the first female CO’s and the author of a book about women in the Navy based on her 21-year career. The admiral’s dolphins will head out to sea as they begin a new journey with Lieutenant Martindale, an outstanding junior officer and one of the first female submariners. Along with Coye Jr.’s dolphins, Coye III presented Martindale with a blue and gold binder containing his father’s sub service and retired life history and a silver cigarette case from his father’s R-18 crew in 1942. The inscription on the case reads: “LCDR John Coye, good

CDR Beth Coye, USN (Ret.), pins her father’s 75-yearold dolphins on LTJG Laura Martindale ’10, USN. Photo courtesy of Navy.mil

luck and straight shooting.” The DEED OF GIFT stated that the dolphins are Laura’s to keep the “Coye Luck” legacy alive at sea. After the presentation, a luncheon was hosted by Commander Richard Massie ’93, USN, followed by an hourlong tour of the ship lead by Martindale and one of MAINE’s petty officers.

2013 NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES The 2013 National Senior Games were recently held in Cleveland, OH, from 19 July to 1 August 2013. Several Naval Academy alumni and parents were among the more than 10,800 participants in this year’s games. They include: Darrell Dempster ’53, who won a bronze medal in racquetball doubles (80+ group); Chip Seymour ’65, who won a gold medal in racquetball singles (70+ group) and a bronze in doubles with Russ Cesari (parent of an ’96 and ’98 grad), who also received a bronze medal (65+ group); and Phil Case ’52 who participated in four swimming Registering at the Athlete Village before the competition, from l to r: Russ Cesari, Darrell Dempster ’53 and Chip Seymour ’65 events and received a bronze medal for the 50-yard butterfly event. The national games, made up of 19 competitive events for men and women age 50 and over, is the largest multi-sport event in the world and takes place every other year. Individual events include archery, badminton, bowling, cycling, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, race walk, racquetball, road race, shuffleboard, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field and triathlon. Team events include basketball, softball and volleyball. The NSGA is dedicated to promoting healthy and active lifestyles for athletes age 50 and over. It is a recognized multi-sport organization of the United States Olympic Committee and is comprised of 49 member organizations and two associate member organizations which conduct state or national multi-sport competitions which serve as qualifiers for the National Senior Games. The next senior games will be held in Minneapolis, MN, in 2015. Check out more information on the NSGA Facebook page at www.facebook. com/SeniorGames1

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“I was so crazy to fly that when I went into flight

training, I was ready to take half-pay for the privilege of flying, and instead, they gave me pay and a half because it was hazardous duty.” —97-year-old Fort Collins, CO, resident Commander Karl Stefan ’40, USN (Ret.), on his 26-year Navy career and passion for flying from the article “Lifetime in the clouds: Karl Stefan remembers soaring Navy career, ballooning passion” by Austin Briggs. Read more about Stefan at www.usna.com. Visit www.usna.com for more alumni news stories.

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’64: Daniel Lavery has published a memoir entitled All the Difference, available on Amazon.com.

’70: James Arnold has joined the Houston, TX, office of Blank Rome LLP.

’90: COL Scott Benedict, USMC, has assumed command of 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

’67: David D. Fox has been appointed CFO for the Fisher House Foundation.

’71: CAPT Fred Becker Jr., JAGC, USN (Ret.), has retired as the President/CEO of the National Association of Federal Credit Unions.

’91: Cory Bouck has published a book entitled The Lens of Leadership: Being the Leader Others WANT to Follow (Aviva, New York).

’75: LtGen Rick Tryon, USMC, has assumed command of Marine Forces Command and Marine Forces Europe.

’95: CDR Jesus Rodriguez, USN, has been assigned as the HSCWL NAVCENT Expeditionary Helo Boss in Bahrain.

’79: VADM Ted “Twig” Branch, USN, has assumed the duties of deputy chief of Naval Operations for Information Dominance (N2/N6).

’96: CDR Joe Torian, USN, has assumed command of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron TWO SIX.

’68: Robert deHoll has been selected by his peers as part of Greenville Business Magazine’s 2013 Legal Elite.

Dan Akerson ‘70 The U.S. Navy Memorial has bestowed the Lone Sailor Award to General Motors Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson for his service to country and community. Akerson is deeply dedicated to improving the quality of life in the communities where GM operates, most notably through the education of future leaders and innovators. In 2012, he and his wife Karin launched the Habitat for Humanity Leaders to Rebuild Detroit initiative and also co-chaired the annual Capuchin Soup Kitchen dinner. He also chairs his family’s Blue Earth Foundation, which provides financial assistance to programs serving young people. The Lone Sailor Award is given to Sea Service veterans who have excelled with distinction in their respective civilian careers while exemplifying the Navy core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment.

1980s

2000s

’81: Bob Ravener has published his first book, Up! The Difference Between Today and Tomorrow Is You.

’02: LT Ryan Sirmons, USNR, has completed his ministry degree at the University of Cambridge in England and will serve as pastor of the United Church of Christ in Annapolis, MD.

’83: CAPT Bill Galinis, USN, has been selected for promotion to rear admiral and will be assigned as commander, Regional Maintenance Center, Norfolk,VA. ’85: RADM Kyle Cozad, USN, has been assigned as deputy director, Joint Force Coordination, J-3, Joint Staff, Norfolk,VA. ’86: CAPT Bill Merz, USN, has been selected for promotion to rear admiral and will be assigned as commander, Naval Mine and AntiSubmarine Warfare Command, San Diego, CA. ’87: CAPT David Sasek, USN (Ret.), has accepted a position at Pepperdine University as the director of Facilities Services. He also received the Ventura County Workforce Investment Board’s 2013 Leadership Award for his work leading Educational Outreach and mentoring programs at Naval Base Ventura County. CAPT John Polowczyk, USN, has been selected for promotion to rear admiral and will be assigned as deputy chief of staff for fleet ordnance and supply/fleet supply officer, N41, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, Norfolk,VA.

2010s ’16: MIDN Jay “Cody” Stell, USN, earned a spot on Team USA for the javelin event for the 2013 Pan American Junior Games, which will be held in Medellín, Colombia.

Errata ’70: VADM Cutler Dawson, USN (Ret.), has been elected vice chairman of the Center for Creative Leadership, not Senate as indicated in our July-August issue. ’81: RADM Ted Carter, USN, has been named president of the Naval War College. Our JulyAugust issue incorrectly stated his rank. Please accept our sincere apologies for the error.

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Call for Proposed Candidates to Fill Vice Chair and Two Regional Trusteeships This call for proposed candidates to fill Vice Chair and Regional Trustee Vacancies was sent out by email last month to all regular members of the USNA Alumni Association: Section 4.5(b) of the Bylaws provides as follows: “Any regular member may propose candidates to the nominating committee to be considered for the positions of the Chair, Vice-Chair, and regional trustee.” In May 2014, the currently serving Vice Chair and Central Region Trustee will complete their terms of office and their respective positions will become vacant. Also in May 2014, the currently serving Eastern Region Trustee will complete his first 3-year term in office and be eligible for re-nomination and re-election. A nominating committee has been formed pursuant to Section 4.5(a) of the Bylaws to find and recommend to the Board one or more nominees for the Regional Trustee positions and a single candidate for the Vice Chair position.

Regular members are encouraged to propose candidates to the nominating committee to be considered by that committee for the vacant Vice Chair and regional trustee positions. Regular members proposing candidates for the regional trusteeships should reside in the region to be served by the proposed candidate. Proposed candidates must be regular members who have expressed a willingness to serve as a trustee. Members wishing to propose a candidate may do so by sending their submission to: Nominating Committee U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association 247 King George Street Annapolis, MD 21402-5068 Or via email to: Nominating_Committee@usna.com Submissions must be received no later than 25 October 2013.

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CHAMPIONSHIP FRIDAY Shotgun start at 9 a.m. USNA Alumni Championship Division— USGA handicap holders. Calloway Division—non USGA handicap holders. Individual stroke play by flights. Limit: 112 Paid Alumni.

• The Thursday, 24 October 2013, event is a Scramble format open to USNA Alumni. A spouse or family member can be paired with an USNA alumni.We will have the Mixed Foursome category again (must consist of two men and two women). No handicaps needed. Shotgun starts at 9 a.m. Limit is 112 players. • The Championship Round on Friday, 25 October 2013 will be open only to USNA Alumni. Those with established USGA handicaps will be in the Championship division and those without an established USGA handicap will be in the Calloway division (new division). The format is individual stroke play; a seniors flight will be included. Limit is 112 players. • Players in the Championship Round on Friday are required to submit photocopies of their USGA handicap cards with sign up to facilitate tournament administration. Please send a copy of your handicap card to noreen.frenaye@usna.com or fax to 410-295-4002. Naval Academy Golf Club members need not submit cards, but please note handicap below.

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• Optional—Senior Flight for players who are at least 70 years old. Seniors who elect to compete in the Seniors Flight, play from the Gold tees. You will still be paired with the foursome of your choosing. • Reservations will be accepted in the order in which paid applications are received. • Classes will be automatically grouped together, unless the individual specifically requests otherwise. Please mark your applications below accordingly. • Beverage cart will be available on course both days. • Complimentary appetizers, beer and wine available both days at The Club at Greenbury Point. • Raffle prizes and awards presented at The Club at Greenbury Point. • Raffle tickets available to purchase both days before and after playing. Mulligans are available to purchase on Thursday only. (No String available.)

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GREAT PRIZES & AWARDS Individual awards for Championship-Captain William B. Morrow Trophy for overall low gross; overall low net; and low gross and low net winners and runners-up in each flight.

CONTACT Noreen Frenaye 410-295-4016 or signup online www.usna.com/golf log in online community.

Your $130 fee, due by 18 October, includes: a cart (all players must ride), 18 holes of golf, driving range, free practice balls, player package, lunch, awards programs, raffle prizes and a donation to the Navy Golf Team. DEADLINE: 18 October (all reservations received after this date are $140) Entry fees are non-refundable (includes inclement weather). Fee will be used to help defray tournament expenses with the remainder going to the Navy Golf Team.

Register online at www.usna.com/golf or complete form below.

USNA ALUMNI HOMECOMING GOLF 2013 NAME:________________________________________________USNA CLASS:________DATE:_________________ ADDRESS:________________________________________________________________________________________ DAYTIME PHONE:__________________________________EMAIL:_______________________________________ Please check as applicable: p Enter me in the Scramble on Thursday, 24 October. p I am a current member of the USNA Golf Club. SOLD OUT p Enter me in the Championship on Friday, 25 October. p Name of Home Course__________________________. p Enter me in the Calloway on Friday, 25 October. p A photocopy of USGA card must be enclosed p Enter me in the Seniors Flight on Friday, 25 October. or faxed to 410-295-4002 by 18 October 2013. (Must be 70 years or older) (If a member of USNA Golf Club, copy of handicap p I cannot play, but am enclosing a donation in the is not needed.) amount of $__________ in support of Navy Golf. If you do not have a foursome, the golf chair and USNA golf coach will assign; or partner requests below: Name ____________________________________________USNA Class of__________ p 10/24/13 p 10/25/13 Name ____________________________________________USNA Class of__________ p 10/24/13 p 10/25/13 Name ____________________________________________USNA Class of__________ p 10/24/13 p 10/25/13 I am paying for: p One Day p Two Days Paying for guest listed above: pYes p No Total $__________________ p My entry fee is ___________. After 18 October, fee $140 (no exceptions).

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Please make checks payable to: USNA Alumni Association Golf or go online www.usna.com/golf Mail to: USNA Alumni Association, 247 King George St., Annapolis, MD 21402; Attn: Noreen Frenaye For inquiries email noreen.frenaye@usna.com

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Join Us For These Fun Fall Events! Navy Football is here! Our tailgates have the most delicious food, coldest drinks and the best Navy spirit! We are open to all Navy fans! The party starts 2 hours before kickoff, and the bar is open all the way through halftime! Please note that tailgate starting times will vary, as the kickoff times for each game differ. For full details see our website at usna.com/tailgates.

Home Football Tailgates THROUGH HALFTIME! 5 Oct. – Air Force Game Day Breakfast Feast

26 Oct. – Pittsburgh—Homecoming South of the Border

9 Nov. – Hawai’i Roasted Pig Luau

16 Nov. – South Alabama The Comfort Zone

Army-Navy Bus and Tailgate! 14 Dec. – A-N in Philadelphia For full details and to register online see www.usna.com/tailgates or email events@usna.com. Registration closes at 10 a.m. the Monday prior to the event. Visit armynavygame.com for the most up to date A-N game info!

www.usna.com/tailgates For more details and to register online for these events go to www.usna.com/tailgates.

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JOIN US THROUGH HALFTIME! Ta i l ga te w i t h t h e A l u m n i A s s o c i a t i o n ! O p e n to A L L N av y fa n s a n d l o c a te d i n s i d e t h e s t a d i u m a t t h e N o rt h E n d Z o n e . Ta i l ga te s t a rt s 2 h o u r s b e fo re k i cko ff a n d go e s t h ro u g h t h e e n d o f h a l ft i m e . Date

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vs. South Alabama

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Buffet is open until kickoff and snacks are served until the end of halftime. Beer, wine and soda are available throughout the tailgate. See menus online at www.usna.com/tailgates. Please note the tailgate starting times will vary, as the kickoff time for each game differs.

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Prices: Members: $35, Member Children (ages 5-12): $25, Non-Members: $40, Non-Member Children (ages 5-12): $30.

Name: ______________________________________ Constituent ID:______________________Class:______ Address: ______________________________________ City: ________________________________________ State:____________________________Zip:_________ Email:________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________________ Method of Payment (check one): p Check* p Visa p MasterCard p AmExp p Discover * Made payable to USNA Alumni Association (Must be postmarked one week prior to the event)

Credit Card #: ____________________Exp. Date: ____ Signature: ____________________________________

Mail form to: USNA Alumni Association, Home Football Tailgates, P.O. Box 79073, Baltimore, MD 21279-0073. * Must be postmarked one week prior to the event.

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.USNA.COM/TAILGATES Please note that if you don’t already have a password to our Online Community, there is a 24-hour delay in obtaining one. Registration closes at 10 a.m. the Monday prior to the event. No refunds will be given after this time. If you have additional questions, please contact events@usna.com or phone 410-295-4018.

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PRES, SEC’Y/TREAS, AND CORR.SEC’Y: RADM Ed Keats, USN (Ret.) 207 Brightwood Club Road Lutherville, MD 21093 H: 410-235-3803 E: edkeats@comcast.net

Reminiscences of good times with friends My strongest happy memories are those of the affection that relates to my wife, Sellen (James), my daughters, Ellen Stifler and Suzi Cordish, my grandchildren and great grandchildren, and especially now my longtime widowerhood fiancée, Sara Carlton. An account of all that may be appropriate at another time. Other instances, but not mine, for possible future but not present consideration are those friendships originating during dangerous wartime experiences such as survival from a ship sunk by enemy gunfire. They occupy a different place in those classmates’ minds than those memories involved with joyous leisure times while

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attending celebratory meals, parties and other diversions favored by good fortune. *Service together on active Navy assignments brought many friendships that were reinforced on shore outings. In addition, our five year Class of ’35 reunions – I chaired six of them - brought together classmates from afar, sadly seen only on those occasions. *After retiring from the Navy and locating in Baltimore our social friendships resulted in most part from Sellen’s contacts. She made friends with other mothers of children at Roland Park Country School, especially while making preparations for the annual Christmas Fair. Her membership in a garden club brought additional friends, as did her helping with the weekly flower decorations at our church and her activities with other local artists. The largest source of friends, however, resulted from our joining the warm and welcoming fellow members of the Baltimore Country Club, especially at the every Saturday night dinner dances. Another source of friends came when I organized a group of five men, all Club members, to meet for lunch every Wednesday at the Club. *A delightful portion of our social life centered on our relationship with the members of the Class of ’35 who settled after retirement in the greater Washington area.We were fortunate to be included in some of the many events that the Washington group arranged and from time to time we invited them to Baltimore. *Jeff and Louisa Parker of Washington invited Sellen and me many times to their summer home at Chatham, MA on Cape Cod. In addition to the charm of that portion of the Cape, the four of us always bonded closely. *Beyond seeing them in Washington, our winter vacations in Naples, FL enabled us to spend memorable hours with Richard “Bud” and Penny Paret.

The conversations were always a special pleasure. Our times together meant so much to us that when we lost them we abandoned Naples to spend our winter holidays thereafter in Puerto Rico.

Penny and Richard (Bud) Paret surround Sellen and Ed Keats

Jefferson Parker, Sellen, Louisa Parker, Ed

Margaret and Wyman Packard, Sellen, Rodney and Phyllis Badger

*One delightful annual event took place in Bethany Beach, DE, a resort at the ocean. Rodney and Phyllis Badgers owned a house that had two bedrooms for guest couples plus a wide socializing space,

Opinions expressed in Shipmate are those of the authors. They do not necessarily reflect the opinions, policy or attitude of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, its officers or editorial staff. All pictures are official Department of Defense photographs unless otherwise credited. Member, Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). Shipmate (ISSN 0488-6720) is published eight times annually including six bi-monthly issues in January-February, March-April, May-June, July-August, September-October, November-December as well as two special issues in May and September. Copyrighted 2013 by the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association, Inc., 247 King George Street, Annapolis, MD 21402-1306. Membership dues (including Shipmate) are $70 per year. Subscription rate is $70; Canadian and foreign subscriptions are $75. Single copies are $7 each. Periodicals Postage Paid at Annapolis, MD, and at additional mailing offices. All editorial matter should be addressed to Kristen Pironis, p: 410-295-4072, kpironis@usna.com. Inquiries concerning membership or subscriptions and notification of change of address of members and subscribers should be addressed to U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, 247 King George St., Annapolis, MD 21402-1306; p: 410-295-4027; alumni@usna.com.

Lou and Ida Mary Detweiler each year managed to win a charitable auction bid for a weekend at a three bedroom condo, and we had the use of the three bedroom condo my daughter Suzi’s husband, David Cordish, owned. All nine bedrooms, bunking eighteen of us, were occupied for our weekends by classmates and wives who seemed to revel in each others company. Sellen and I hosted two dinners, a lunch and the Sunday morning farewell breakfast. Along with the Saturday night dinner at the Badgers we ignored our advancing years to dance to Rod’s collection of swinging recorded music. *Our happy social life continued unabated as the Class progressed through our sixties. In our seventies we were fortunate in being able to continue despite decreasing numbers because of losses due to deaths. Regrettably, major reductions in attendance at events took place in our eighties. In our nineties, as might be expected, the large number of deaths and a general diminished zest for activities on the part of survivors brought things to a halt. My Wednesday luncheon group, as a case in point, meets no longer because it has lost all of its members except for me, the oldest. But, most luckily, I have recently been brought in to a four member Wednesday luncheon group that meets at each ones club on a rotating basis. Again all the others are younger.

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PRES: CAPT John S. Slaughter, USN (Ret.) 3801 Canterbury Rd. #812 Baltimore, MD 21218 E: captnjack1937@gmail.com VICE PRES: Meredith Minter Hinkle Daughter of Charlie Minter ’37 3603 Prince William Drive Fairfax,VA 22031; E: mahink@cox.net CORR. SEC’YS: RADM Robert B. Erly, USN (Ret.) E: BERly1914@aol.com Submit all posted material to: Bob Erly 830 Country Club Lane, Coronado, CA 92118-2411; P: 619-435-8919 If by email, submit to: Erly with cc to Arentzen E: arentzenrn@earthlink.net

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SEC’Y: RADM Paul G. Schultz, USN (Ret.) 5205 7th Ave. Dr.West, Bradenton, FL 34209 P:941-792-1492 E: pgschultz3@tampabay.rr.com ASST SEC’Y: Donald E. Brown Son of CAPT C. Donald Brown, USN (Ret.) 4105 Elizabeth Ln., Fairfax,VA 22032-1453 P: 703-978-4571; E: donaldbrown@earthlink.net

Obituary— Captain Hugh M. Robinson, USN (Ret), died on 13 July 2013 at age 97 after a long illness. His obituary is included in Last Call. At the funeral services for Hugh on 27 July 2013 at Knollwood in Washington, D. C., the class of 1938 was represented by Betty Luby and her daughter, Michelle, and Fran Pearson and her daughter, Cynthia. Our ranks have now been reduced to 13. Assistant Class Secretary— In the last issue of Shipmate I mentioned that I had proposed to all the remaining classmates that I could contact that it would be prudent to make plans for a successor as Class Secretary. The majority of those responding agreed that we should “elect” someone among the Navy Juniors of ’38 to be in training to provide a seamless transition whenever I am no longer able to be your class secretary. I then contacted 19 of the Navy Juniors for whom I had an email address and was quite pleased to receive three immediate responses indicating their continued interest in class activities, with an offer to help. These were Joe Blandin’s daughter, Emily Moseman; Don Brown’s son, Donald: and Tommy Washington’s daughter, Ann Simunovic. Emily was the first to respond, so I contacted her. She is quite qualified and has an interest in the Academy and Navy activities not only through her parents, but also is married to Captain James A. Moseman, USN (Ret), ’73. At present, though, she lives in Brussels, Belgium, where her husband works, and usually returns to the U.S. two or three times a year for about six weeks to visit her Mother, three sisters, and four sons, and their families. During these visits she would not have access to any needed files and very limited access much of the time to a computer to provide timely contact with the rest of the class and the Alumni Association. After much discussion back and forth, we mutually agreed that it would be best to elect someone else who would not have these communication problems. Therefore, I am pleased to report that Donald E. Brown has been elected to be the Class of 1938 Assistant

Class Secretary.You have probably noticed that his contact information is now included in the masthead for our class news section. Don and I will be in close contact so that if at any time I’m not available, don’t hesitate to contact him directly.

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PRES: VADM Thomas R.Weschler, USN (Ret.) 186 Jerry Browne Rd. #6415 Mystic, CT 06355 P. 860-572-4437; E. tomwes39@aol.com SEC’Y: Barbara Fidel Adams (Also Sec’y for ’39 Navy Juniors) Daughter of Jack and June Fidel 215 Ikerd Drive,Concord, NC 28025 P. 704-784-3876, E. adamsjimr@aol.com THIRTY-NINE ON LINE: tomwes39@aol.com WEBMASTER: Roland Weybourn Schumann III (son of Bud Schumann) 1011 Apollo Way, Incline Village, NV 89451 P: 775-298-2011; E: rolandws@gmail.com

Greetings to the Great Class of ’39 and ALOHA! Your class secretary has just returned from a trip to Hawaii and, in Honolulu, I had a great visit with Tut and Bill Fargo’s son, Tom, and Joe Vasey, who send the Class their warmest greetings.

Tom Fargo, Joe Vasey and Barbara Fidel Adams

Last year, on Joe’s 95th birthday, the Senate of the State of Hawaii “congratulated and recognized RAdm Lloyd R. ‘Joe’ Vasey, USN (Ret.) on his accomplishments and contributions made to our country and the state of Hawaii throughout his illustrious career.”The certificate they presented Joe noted his WWII service aboard the submarine USS Gunnel, and specifically a violent battle in the Yellow Sea in June 1943, when three Japanese destroyers bore down on her, launching a depth charge attack lasting almost thirty-six hours.This experience convinced Joe that there had to be a better way to seek resolution of conflicts, and he vowed that, if he survived, he would one day look for that “better way”. This conviction led Joe to found the Pacific Forum in Honolulu in 1975, a nonprofit, foreign- policy research institute, which operates as the autonomous Asia-Pacific arm of the September-October 2013

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making education more exciting, more lasting and more valuable. She is a maritime campus, primarily for students from about eighth grade to PG college level, and younger or older students for special Tom Weschler opportunities. Wheel chair accessible, the ship has two science labs, and aims to enhance the whole STEAM (science, technology, electronics, art and math) spectrum through partnership with schools. These schools bring selected faculty and their curricula aboard that are expected to be most enhanced by this shipboard setting, for one to three weeks. Sail and open sea are very “green” enhancing and make interest in alternative energy and environment genuine. Every student also serves as a member of the ship’s company while aboard on a basis of no interference with schoolwork. This portion of the experience builds character quickly through responsibility, teamwork, and reliability, while the close quarters promote teamwork and understanding. First students will be coming aboard 1 June, 2014 with the intervening months being used to complete outfitting and installing the 139 foot rig! A separate highlight was the dedication of the Great Cabin, named in honor of my brother Charles, class of ’32, a DSM hero of WWII (Philippines), lost ultimately in 1945 as a POW. The Great Cabin is a thing of beauty, paneled in ivory colored wood and cherry, 13 large windows across the stern and around a lovely open space with large table for 12 and side chairs. The space will serve as the largest classroom when not being used ceremoniously. The three days were taken up with a giant gala Friday night alongside the ship, the dedication Saturday and a clambake Sunday as the Weschler salute to family and friends. Overall a great success, with hundreds there for Friday and over a thousand at dedication and ship tours. Much praise for achieving the results we have. Website: www.OHPRI.org

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“What about ’39?”…we have contributed much to this great nation of ours- in time of war and in time of peace throughout the nearly seventy-five years since graduation….and are still doing so today! We had a nice phone conversation with Penny Hindman, who reported that she had suffered a broken pelvic bone as a result of a fall at a New Year’s Eve party, which laid her up for a good number of months. We are happy to report that Penny is fully recovered and that she and Stan celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary on June 14th! Will hope to have a photo of the happy couple for the next issue Last Shipmate, we reported the loss of our classmate, Brig. Gen Gordon “Lucky” Gayle, (USMC-ret) who was a founding member (1941) of the 1st Marine Division. During that time the division was awarded three Presidential Brig.Gen. Gordon Gayle, Unit Citations and from e-mail containing Gordon received his May 4 Washington the Navy Cross Post obit for extraordinary heroism. On 24 July, Gordon was buried with full Marine military honors at Arlington National Cemetery. Mitzi Peterson reported that a moving service was held at the Military Chapel with Gordon’s daughter, Susan; sons, Bob and Michael; many grandchildren and great

grandchildren and friends in attendance. After that service, all followed the cortege to the gravesite for the burial service, which included 11 canon shots and 3 sets of rifle shots, with Taps played afterward. Son Michael paid tribute to his father with comments of Gordon’s valiant efforts at Peleliu.The memorial flag was presented to Bob Gayle, Gordon’s eldest son.There was a reception after at National Memorial to Women in Military Service for America, with a lone bagpiper offering his hauntingly beautiful music in the background. In the ’39 Golden Anniversary Book is the following recollection by Gordon of 8 August, 1942 on Guadalcanal, entitled “Aye, Aye Sir!”: n “On Guadalcanal, D-Day plus one, the lead battalion crossing the partially built Japanese airfield (later called Henderson Field) came upon a shiny, new radio installation, in a small plank building. The careful Bn C.O., concerned over boobytraps, ordered me to destroy it. As the column moved along, I took two Marines and examined the set-up. Far from being booby-trapped, it appeared simply to have been abandoned in haste. To me, it seemed much too good, on this remote island, to just smash! I posted sentries, arranged for a higher echelon to take it over, then hurried to catch up with the moving column. Arriving a little out of breath, I found the C.O. intent upon an upcoming river crossing. Reverting to my staff duties for such an evolution, I ignored the radio shack incident, except to remark that ‘it had been taken care of ’.That my boss had not noticed, or had chosen to ignore the absence of any sounds of smashing or demolition, I took as a stroke of luck. Even more luckily, the Japanese radios subsequently proved to be essential in all our futures.We crossed the Lunga River, w/o enemy contact, moved on to deploy into a night position. Night of 8-9 August, 1942. First Battle of Savo Island! Lying in a torrential downpour, we watched gunfire flashes and burning ships, speculating over whose ships were burning. Ours! Loss of four cruisers that night prompted a premature (to us) naval withdrawal from the area, leaving much of 1stMarDiv’s equipment still embarked. Between that deficiency, and the losses on D-Day to Japanese bombing of U.S. transports, we had no means for communicating over long distances. Thus, the Japanese radios became our sole means of off island communication.

Understanding of that predicament did not trickle down to my echelon for some days. When it did, I quietly concluded that an insubordinate role in availability of those Japanese radios was best left unremarked. And so it remained for thirty-odd years, the time it takes for some sea stories to mature. Until, in fact, a group of retired officers sat at dinner in the Army-Navy Club in Washington, D.C., and fell into a round of sea stories. When my time came, I related for the first time, to anyone, the incident of the Japanese radio station on Guadalcanal. The elder and senior at the table was one of our most distinguished, respected and beloved generals. He had been a colonel at Guadalcanal, operations officer for the landing. Later he served as CG 1stMarDiv in Korea, where I had served as his operations officer. Ending my dinner tale, I remarked on the irony of the fact that perhaps the best decision of my entire career had been to decide to disobey an order. Fixing me with a stern gaze (which look may still be seen in his A-N Club portrait) he spoke neither approval nor disapproval, simply remarked, ‘It wasn’t your worst’.” n Last minute entry: we were advised of the passing of Barbara Burgess Waring and that a Committal Service was held 5 August at the USNA Columbarium for Capt. Elmar “Elmo” Waring (DOD April 2009) and his widow, Barbara (DOD January 2013). Our sympathy and condolences to the family. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Fidel Adams ’39 Class Secretary

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PRES: CAPT E. A. Rodgers, USN (Ret.) (Winter) 3609 S. Banana River Blvd. #414, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931; P. 321-784-4894 (Summer) 28 Bear Rock Lane, Orland, ME 04472; P: 207-469-3562 E: earodgers@juno.com HONORARY VICE PRES AND TREAS: Wendi Winters Daughter of Leigh “Early” Cosart Winters 1007 Magothy Park Lane Annapolis, Maryland 21403-5300 H/O: 410-349-0945; C: 410-562-4189 E: wendi@wintersgeimer.com SEC’Y: CAPT John H. Sims, USN (Ret.) 726 Lakeside Court, Danville, CA 94526 P: 925-820-3954 E: JHSIMS@AOL.COM

I’m pleased to report this at time that we seem to have no bad news, and also there has been a dearth of any other kind of news to report. However, we’ll take this opportunity to remind of things to come and enjoy the state of the world as it impacts members of the Class of ’40. I’ll start off by reporting that I am improving daily from the tumble I took several months ago. I am not yet returned to unrestricted duty, but we’re working on it. Recently I’ve been giving Ted Rodgers, our illustrious Class President, a bad time about participating in USNA alumni matters in Florida, where he winters. And he confirms that it is no longer appropriate – he has now successfully completed his annual peregrination back to Maine. He confirms that he hopes to attend our 75th in another couple years, and he reminds that four of his five children attended the 70th as well as some of the grandkids, and they all want to do it again. Ted mentions that four of his kids have a condo in the same complex as his in Florida and the same four have places on the same lake as he does in Maine. The Rodgers cortege continues. Speaking of the 75th, I’ll repeat what I hope are some reservations soon to be sent to Wendi: I hope to be able to attend with my friend, Kathe, as we did the 70th. I think Pat Clancy plans to attend, and Bob Kaufman should be there. So that’s all a start. Wendi is still working on some joint outings with the Class of ’75, who will be celebrating their 40th. Wendi’s other local Annapolis local social gathering at John Montgomery ’70’s place in Edgewater, Annapolis is still in the planning stage (John’s father, John, was our classmate, and his widow has been a faithful attender at local ’40 activities). And speaking of annual peregrinations, Fricky, widow of my long-term roommate Roger Vaughn, reports that she is back home in September-October 2013

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PRES, CHMN & SEC’Y: CAPT Victor Delano, USN (Ret.) 5610 Wisconsin Avenue, Apt. # 1409 Chevy Chase MD 20815-4439 H: 301-215-7532; C: 239-293-9155 E: vdelano@aol.com VICE PRES. &TREASURER: CAPT Russell S. Crenshaw Jr., USN (Ret.) 47371 W St.Mary’s Manor Road Drayden, MD 20630 H: 301-994-0899; F: 301-994-0686 E: rscrenshaw@earthlink.net E: rscrenshaw@earthlink.net

This past summer’s heat and the serious and numerous fires in the West and Southwest probably interfered with passing some news along to me. When this column had to be written, temperatures were beginning to become more comfortable so pick up your pens and send me some news. Before I list the birthdays, I have to tell you about our losses. I learned a short while ago that Pat Murphy left us on 24 May. He was inurned in the Naval Academy Columbarium on 9 September and I hope to have attended. Pat and I entered the Academy on or about the same day so I remember him from our beginning. On 7 July we lost Betty Alford after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Betty was a successful real estate broker and business owner. She and her late husband, Jack, chaired the committee that ran an annual Ensenada Yacht Race in the 70s. Finally in July we lost Frank Costagliola. Frank and I were together often and I always admired his accomplishments. We both went to MIT together in order to learn more about nuclear physics. After that the Korean War started and we both had command of destroyers. After Korea Frank went to work with the Joint Committee of Congress responsible for nuclear matters. So impressive was his work that when a

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vacancy came up on the important Atomic Energy Commission, Frank was nominated to be a commissioner. He was subsequently confirmed by the Senate, which entitled him to use the title “Honorable.” I am not certain but I believe Frank is the only ’41er so honored. Now for the September and October birthdays. September fellows deserve Sapphires to recognize Clear Thinking and should be accompanied by Asters and Morning Glories. Octobers get an interesting jewel – the Opal or the Tourmaline in recognition of Hope and accompanied by Calendulas or Cosmos. The 9th monthers are Baughan, Byrd, Davenport and Whitaker. The lonely deserving one for October is Fleming. Happy Birthdays to all of you.

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PRES: CAPT Max C. Duncan, USN (Ret.) Villa 209 The Marshes, 95 Skidaway Is. Pk. Rd. Savannah, GA 21411; P: 912-598-7013 E: maxc1942@aol.com SEC’Y: CDR R.S. Day, USN (Ret.) 2426 Chestnut St., Falls Church,VA 22043-3052 E: hapday@cox.net

Class President commentI have been trying to update Classmate and Family locations and means to contact. In June, I sent a current Directory spread sheet to all good email addresses and have received some updates. Unfortunately, we still have many without a valid email address. I urge all to get a family member, neighbor or friend to receive email from the Class and pass to you- send me the email address. Classmates and the Class want you to share your news and receive news from other Classmates and the Class-Max The Class was well represented at the annual celebration of the Battle of Midway. Jerry and JoAnn Miller, Jan Houser and Jack Crawford attended the Battle of Midway Banquet held at the Army-Navy Country Club on 4 June. The Battle of Midway Essay Contest for Midshipmen, sponsored by the Class, was held in the Spring. Midshipmen Andrew Nesselrode, John Nowell, and Tyler Trainer, all 2nd Classmen, were the winners. A framed painting “The Turning Point- Midway June 1942” was the grand prize. The paintings are autographed by four Battle of Midway heroes and were donated by Bill Houser. News from around the Class: John and Harriet Marocchi have moved across the street in Midlothian VA, to an

assisted living facility. They have given up email- mail will reach them at Brandermill Woods Health Center, Midlothian VA, 23112. Dale Reed reports: On his 94th Birthday, Jerry Miller and JoAnn visited Tuscorora Mills restaurant in Leesburg VA. Barbara and Dale Reed had the honor of sharing the day. All enjoyed the tasty menu and exchanged outlandish Sea Stories. JoAnn drove to and from. She and Dale are reading their Book of the Month, “The Shipwreck that saved Jamestown” by Lorrie Glover and Blake Smith. Read about Bermuda and the Sea Venture. Peggy Small has been staying with her daughter Margaret (formerly known as Bunny) in Asheville NC. In June, Peggy was due to visit Alexandria in order to see friends and check on her house there. Her son, John, was going to stay with her there. Enroute to Virginia from Asheville, Peggy fell in a motel room in Durham NC. The result was a broken hip for which she had surgery at the Duke Medical Center on 3 June. She returned to Asheville by ambulance to do her rehab close to her daughter and her family. Peggy was released from rehab on 15 July and can walk extended distances using a four wheel walker. She will continue staying in Asheville with her daughter. A trip to Alexandria might be in the works in the Fall. Peggy’s email address is the same. Tel. No. 828-505-3271. Norm Nash reports from Goodwin House Alexandria VA. Muff and Norm have been in contact with Shine Payne’s daughters, Priscilla and Cherry. Shine is in a Health Center in Orlando FL, near Priscilla and Lee Cockrell’s home. Muff and Shine are no longer able to communicate and Norm is less and less able to be a reliable link. A Box Kite to Bali, reviewed by Holly Powers, class reunion manager for USNA AA Recently, the USNA Alumni Association received a visit from Gwen Manseau of Fox Road Press who brought to me a copy of a recent publication; a book entitled Box Kite to Bali, a story of four men who flew a De Havilland Dragon Rapide DH89A from England to Australia in 1950. Among the four men were two USNA graduates, father and son, CAPT Philip Van Horn Weems Class of 1912, and LCDR George T. Weems Class of 1942. Noted for his expertise in navigation, and the creation of the Weems Navigation System, CAPT Weems agreed

to navigate this trip with his son, naval test pilot LCDR Weems. When the group returned from their successful adventure, LCDR Weems sat down and wrote a memoir about the experience. Sixty-two years later, this memoir has been published as a book by the great niece of LCDR Weems. It is a charming and engaging read. As a “humorous, anecdotefilled adventure of four men flying in a rickety plywood and canvas plane landing somewhere new and strange every 500 miles”, I’ve no doubt that you, your classmates and anyone interested in Class of 1942 history, history of Naval Academy graduates, or aviation history in general will enjoy this work. For anyone looking for more information about this book, the USNA Alumni Association and Foundation have added this book to our Lucky Bag of Books section on the alumni website. Lucky Bag of Books is a varied collection of fiction and non-fiction books, some written by alumni, some are about alumni and subjects of interest, and is accessible at our website, www.usna.com. The full title is as follows: Box Kite to Bali:The Last Great Adventure of a U.S. Navy Pilot [Paperback] George Thackray Weems (Author), Gwen Manseau (Editor), published by Fox Road Press, 2013.

Clarence Teague Froscher, Captain USN (Ret.) died in Fernandina Beach, FL on June 21, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite in 2010. He will be inurned in the Naval Academy Columbarium on September 9, 2013 Dale William Cox, Jr., Captain USN (Ret.) died in Palos Verdes, CA on June 25, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Patricia. A committal service at the Naval Academy Columbarium was held on July 29, 2013, for Daniel Martin Karcher, Captain USN (Ret.). Representing the class at the service were Bob and Grace Stark.

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TEMP SEC’Y: CAPT Ernest Reynolds, USN (Ret.) 17598 Bocage Pt., San Diego, CA 92128-2080 E: ernest.reynolds@att.net P: 858-673-8122 TREAS: RADM Randolph W. King, ED, USN (Ret.) E: rkingnavy@aol.com P: 410-266-1142

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PRES: RADM George F. Ellis, USN (Ret.) 1824 Milvale Rd., Annapolis,MD 21409-5923 P: 410-757-4423; E: ellisnav45@aol.com CORR. SEC’Y: CAPT Emil Saroch, Jr., USN (Ret.) 237 Anchorage Ct., Annapolis, MD 21401-6301 P: 410-757-8758 E: emilsarem@verizon.net WEBSITE: www.usna.com/classes/1945

In Memoriam (Please note that, at the suggestion of Classmates, henceforth, we will just list deaths in this section. Extensive approved obituaries appear in the Last Call section of Shipmate. Since widows obituaries are not published elsewhere, they will appear here.) The VH-AIK on its journey (TAKE OUT CAPTION IF CAPTION IS LEFT ON THE PHOTO WHEN SECTION IS LAYED OUT)

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ACTING PRES & SEC’Y: CAPT Robert E. Stark, USN (Ret.) 3211 River Crescent Dr. Annapolis, MD 21401 P: 410-224-1168; E: RES5464@aol.com

We report the following sad news: Robert Street White, Captain USN (Ret.) died at his home in Falls Church,Va on June 8, 2013. He is survived by his wife Jacqueline. A memorial service was held on June 13th in Burke,VA. Military Honors and interment are scheduled for Arlington National Cemetery on August 19, 2013 at 1300.

Dr. Joe R. Wilson, age 90, died at home on 22 June 2013. His wife of 69 years Pegi West Wilson, two children and two grandchildren were with him at the time. Following duty on Boston during World War II, Joe transferred to the Civil Engineer Corps and served in the United State Navy until his retirement as a Commander in 1964. Joe is survived by two sons, Bob and Rick ’74 and one daughter, Sandi, four grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A memorial service was held at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, LA on 29 June 2013. William Clarence ‘Speedy’ Lewis, 91, died 16 June 2013 in Las Vegas. Following his graduation in 1945, he was assigned to the Pacific Amphibious forces as commanding officer of LCS 121,

where he participated in the Okinawa campaign on radar picket duty. He was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat B for meritorious action. Speedy resigned from the U.S. Navy in 1957 but maintained his affiliation with the Navy in the Naval Aviation Ready Reserves retiring with the rank of Captain. Speedy is survived by his companion, of 12 years, Ellie Lavelle; his son, Carter; his daughters, Stephanie Lewis Helsel and Tracey Lewis; and two grandchildren. A celebration of life was held 20 June, at the Spanish Trails Country Club in Las Vegas. His ashes will be inurned at the Naval Academy Columbarium on Friday 4 October 2013. CLIFFORD R. LINKER, 92, died 30 June 2013 at his home at Oakwood Village West in Madison, WI. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Marcella, son, Ronald, and daughter Deborah Linker Beduhn, five grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A memorial service was held 21 July 2013 at the Resurrection Chapel at Oakwood Village, Madison. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C at a future date. Dr. Robert “Bob” Minot Knowles, 89, died 29 June 2013 at his home in Naples, FL, with his family by his side. Following service in submarines until 1947, Bob resigned his commission to pursue his passion for medicine. Bob is survived by his wife Rebecca, whom he married in 1975. He is also survived by his five children: Pamela Knowles Lawrason.; Alexander B. Knowles; Judith K. Bolger; Robert M. Knowles, Jr.; and Sarah K. Dent; his stepchildren, Christopher Sawtelle and Holly Sawtelle; 16 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. There will be a gathering of family and friends in Maine which will be announced at a future date. We also received a note from Howard Blum’s daughter on Howard’s behalf to let us know of the death of his wife of 10 years Jeanne McSherry Blum on 31 May 2013 in Erie PA. Jeanne and Howard have enjoyed the past ten years wintering in Melbourne Florida and summering in Northport Long Island, New York. They spent many joyful times with their family and friends. She is survived by Howard, a daughter and three grandchildren as well as by Howards three children, three grandchildren and two great-grand children.

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45•47 CLASS NEWS As We Are The news is minimal so we hope that everyone had a great summer and is ready to take pen in hand to let us know your news. Email, phone call or just a plain old letter or picture with caption would be great; your picture can be through the Us Post Office or as an attachment to an email. Howard Blum’s daughter also let us know that she helped him celebrate his 90th birthday in style on board the Queen Victoria, cruising the Mediterranean. And We Reminisce “My Introduction to Navy Medicine” by Mort Cooley from the 60 Years After book n Near the end of plebe summer on a Sunday afternoon, a group of us were playing touch football out behind the Fourth Batt. on Farragut Field. I don’t remember how but I suddenly ended up with the football and was running at top speed planning to score a touchdown, when suddenly there was only one person between me and the goal line. That person was Hilly Hume. Back in those days, due to my distance running high school training, I had a bad habit of running with my tongue partially out of my mouth. Even though the game was touch, Hilly hit me with a frontal assault, and his head came up under my jaw, and my upper teeth took a big bite in the top surface of my tongue. Of course I started bleeding like a p stuck pig and ran for the back doors of Sick Bay. As I passed each of the clinics the duty corpsman came to the door to watch, hoping I wouldn’t open my mouth in his area of responsibility. When I finally got to the duty desk at the mess hall end of the wing, the duty doctor took one look and asked “What’s wrong with you?” I opened my mouth releasing a big splat of blood on the floor and said “I bit my tongue, sir.” He took another look- more blood _ and instantly decided I needed to go to the Naval Academy Hospital. About twenty minutes later an ambulance showed up and we were on our way to the hospital. The driver was new and took us to the Hospital Rotunda entrance. The duty HN behind the desk

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asked, “What’s wrong with you?” and again I said, “I bit my tongue sir.” Another big splat of blood on the marble floor of the Hospital Rotunda. After some confusion I finally ended up in a dental chair with the duty dentist. He took another look and decided that he needed to take a stitch in my tongue. He was looking through little drawers in the cabinet and couldn’t find what he needed so he sent the corpsman away in search. While the corpsman was gone the dentist found the little envelope he was looking for. He tore open the envelope to reveal a needle shaped in a half circle with a length of black thread attached to the back end. He promptly told me to stick out my tongue as he was going to take a stitch in it. As soon as he touched my tongue with the needle, my tongue retracted and my mouth closed. He then instructed that I was going to have to hold my tongue. Have you ever tried to hold your tongue? It’s slippery, so that didn’t work. Then he got a towel, dried off my tongue and had me hold the tip with both hands. With considerable discomfort- no anesthetic – he succeeded in taking a stitch in my tongue. I was promptly sent up to a ward and assigned a bed. Shortly thereafter a group of patients were going up to the mess hall, so I went with them. Nobody told me I was supposed to be on a liquid diet so I ate fried chicken. Great consternation when I finally got back to the ward. By the next day I was reasonably comfortable so long as I kept my tongue securely attached to the roof of my mouth. The problem was that whenever I had to talk, it required a painful withdrawal of my tongue from the roof of my mouth. My most frequent response to “What’s wrong with you?” sounded like “I bih my hung thir.” Try saying it without touching your tongue to the roof of your mouth. During the next three days, there were inspections, examinations and healing. On Thursday II was “skylarking” in the middle of the ward, when two young doctors standing nearby observed my behaviour and asked again, “What’s wrong with you?” After the usual response, I was told to “Stick out your tongue.” Observing the two pieces of black thread sticking out of the top of my tongue, one of the doctors asked , “Did they perform a Harump to that suture?” I responded that I didn’t know what he was talking about, whereupon – with great disdain_ he asked, “Did they tie a knot in that stitch?” I responded that I didn’t have the faintest idea because all I could see

was the dentist from the elbows up. The doctor looked again and announced he didn’t think so. At that point he asked for a “Gismo.” The nurse handed him a chromium plated pair of pliers. He ordered me to stick out my tongue again, reached in with the pliers, grabbed one of the threads, and yanked. My tongue came out six inches out of my mouth followed instantly by a loud screech. It’s the only time in my life I saw my own tongue without looking in a mirror.The doctor then calmly stated that he guessed that they had tied a knot and asked for a “Giswhatsit.”This time he got a chromium plated pair of scissors. Directing that I open up again, he reached in with the pliers and scissors and gently snipped the thread, and gently removed the stitch. I was promptly discharged from the hospital and sent back to duty in Bancroft Hall. Over the years, my impression of Navy Medicine has slowly improved. n Class Business Homecoming 2013 Plan to join classmates, shipmates and friends at the annual Homecoming dinner at Ginger Cove here in Annapolis on Friday 26 October 2013. The dinner is held annually and features multiple classes. Here are the details. All Classmates, wives, widows and guests are invited. Friday October 25, 2013 5:00 P.M. Cocktails, Wine and Appetizers 7:00 P.M. Dinner Where: Ginger Cove 4000 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401. (Valet parking available) Menu: Filet Mignon or Broiled Salmon (Please indicate choice on your check) Cost: $48.00 per Person Please make checks out to USNA Class of 1945 Homecoming Dinner and mail to: Mrs. Jayne Barrett 7109 River Crescent Drive Annapolis, MD 21401 Checks must be received byOctober 12th. Besides the homecoming dinner you can enjoy great company on the second Tuesday of the month at the monthly Class luncheon held at Fort Meyer, Arlington Virginia. Wives and family members and friends also attend and we frequently have a speaker. Contact Class Vice-President Dick Wilson for details. By now you should have received our mailing on our 70th Reunion, 11- 14 June 2013, detailing our planned schedule of

events. If you have mislaid it, you will find the details below. Look forward to another mailing later in the fall. We think you will find O’Callaghan’s, our Headquarters Hotel ((410) 263-7700) on West Street in downtown Annapolis, to be an intimate, friendly place which should serve the class well. Wednesday June 11th 1500: Commence Reunion Check-In 1500-2200: Hospitality Suite 1730-1930: Cocktail and Hors d’oeuvre’s Reception at the hotel (Dinner not provided) Thursday June 12th 1000-1100: Speaker Presentation Mahan Hall/Lecture by one of the following depending on availability: Captain Tortora (Director of the Cyber Security Center) Colonel Athens (Director of the Stockdale Center ) 1130-1400: Lunch in the Bo Coppedge Room with the following to speak depending on availability: Alumni Association President/CEO Byron Marchant The Superintendent or the Academic Dean (Briefing will be scheduled either before or after lunch, depending on availability of Superintendent or Academic Dean and AA CEO) (1400-1530): Group Museum Visit 1500-2200: Hospitality Suite Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in town (TBD) Friday June 13th 1000-1100: Memorial in St. Andrews Chapel 1130-1230: Lunch at the O’Club 1300-1530: Guided Bus Tour ending at the Midshipman Store 1500-1700: Hospitality Suite 1730-2100: Farewell Dinner at Ginger Cove Looking forward to our 70th Reunion in less than one year and to hearing from you before then. Look Alive with ’45!

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PRES.: CAPT A. E. White, USN (Ret.) 4108 Wynwood Dr., Annandale,VA 22003 P: 703-256-7327; E: whizzer0923@aol.com SEC’Y: CDR A.C. Hansmann, USNR (Ret.) 14009 Oakvale St., Rockville, MD 20853 P: 301-871-3496; E:vze2x7vb@verizon.net TREAS: CDR John A. Dugger, USN (Ret.) E: jadugger@comcast.net P: 301-229-5425

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PRES: CAPT James L. Anderson, USN (Ret.) SEC’Y: Chester H. “Chet” Shaddeau Jr. 1972 Scott’s Crossing Way, Apt. #002 Annapolis, MD 21401 P: 410-224-5890; F: 410-224-7613 E: stadir2@gmail.com

This occasion was the presentation by a group of ’47 Classmates in October of 1967 of a bunch of gear for the newly created Company Wardroom of the Seventh Company — whose welfare was our responsibility for a number of years until relieved. Presenting the Class Crest Plaque to the Company Commander is Jack Stevens, with ‘47 Classmates Phil Fairman and Jim DiSanto looking on. At the time, the Company three-striper was principally famed as the guy who had unexpectedly beaten (future SecNav) Jim Webb for the Brigade boxing title — it took MIDN North a few more years and a lot of TV exposure for USMC LtCol Oliver North to become the Ollie North the nation remembers today

OUR POET LAUREATE It happens all the time! Having decided to print again a couple of items from the works of the Class’s Poet Laureate, Lew Taylor, we suddenly Our Poet Laureate from Oklahoma realized what a — Lew Taylor storehouse of experience lay behind the letters, postcards, and other papers in his file from the past 65 years! If you think you moved around a bit, check this out: It pretty much started at graduation — in his own words, “At the graduation physical, I couldn’t even see the chart — so I was discharged.” He went to work for four years as a power distribution engineer in his home state of Oklahoma. Having enlisted as a Seaman Recruit at the local reserve unit,

when Korea hit he was commissioned an Ensign in the Civil Engineering Corps, in which he served until 1959 — at Whidbey Island NAS, at the MacAlester, OK, Naval Ammunition Depot, with MCB-9 during construction of NAS Cubi Point in the Phillipines, and in the building of a VLF radio station at Cutler, ME. He received a Civil Engineering degree from Rensselaer in 1953, and left the service in 1959 to serve as an instructor at the University of Kansas. In 1960, he joined DECO, of Leesburg,VA, and spent several years in design and development of hardened survivable communications systems, both at sea (including that for USS ANNAPOLIS) and ashore. In 1966 he joined USAID — the U.S. Agency for International Development, and served as an FSO in Vietnam for six years, as well as in Washington for a year as Assistant Chief Engineer at Headquarters. He left AID in 1975, serving briefly as City Engineer of McAlester, OK before returning to international consulting and planning in 1986. And he went back with a vengeance — with work in and for the economic development and reconstruction of Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, and El Salvador. He went back to the cowboy life of Oklahoma in 1995, and devoted most of his time to the things he really liked — poetry, fishing, and dogs. He became seriously involved with assembling and publishing his poetic work of the years of his travels, and it is interesting to note the appearance from time to time of things that were particularly on his mind at various times in widely-scattered places. He served two years as president of the Poetry Society of Oklahoma, oversaw the publishing of his works in several printed chapbooks, and won awards as his work was recognized. Enjoy: TWO DOGS Pets are a serendipitous happening. They serve a multitude of useful purposes besides letting people feel benevolent and paternal, as do my dogs. These two complete the optimum crew for motor vehicle operation. One is a navigator — just follow the point of his nose. The other is co-pilot, though still in training. Both attend their jobs with enthusiasm.

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47•48 CLASS NEWS Neither ever misses an opportunity to work at his craft. Both chase elephants well. In late evening at shout of “Elephant Time” they rush to the door ready to patrol. I go to bed confident we will have no elephants in the yard in the morning. So far those dogs have never failed me. They excavate mole mines in the yard for exploitation by Yard Cat. They warn of intrusion by undocumented Aliens: meter readers, trash collectors, opossums, delivery men; and detect sneak squirrel attacks on the bird feeder. Both are excellent Bed Guards and Chair Warmers: they practice incessantly. They are supervisors without peer of seeding, weeding, and putting on of clothes. All in all, they fill a lot of niches. They are a sly pair, though, with the guile of a Tom Sawyer. Neither ever works his turn on the lawnmower. Invariably, I am manipulated into working their shifts. But they supervise. *********** PREFERENCE If I were a possum I’d wish for something beside, for a possum is only a tree bum with scaly tail and mothy hide. If I really were a possum I should think I’d rather blossom as an otter on a slide. But possum or otter, or either, I’d just as soon be neither. ************ POEMS AS A WASTE OF TIME I have read too many poems written to show the poet loves form, rhyme, and meter; or often, disdain therefor. Determined to be poetic, the writer tries to obscure the fact that he has nothing to say. Deliver me. FINAL HONORS Once more we face the departure of our friends and colleagues— as we acknowledge the loss from our ranks of

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William James Cook, Robert Julian Laws, Lawrence Albert Marousek, Jeremiah Daniel Reilly, Jr., and Louis Tuck Renz. Full obituaries appear in Last Call as time and schedules permit. We also sadly note the passing of Mary Jo Jennings, widow of Verne Jennings; Betty Dew Douglass, widow of Walt Douglass; and of Anne Christine Griffin, widow of Jim Griffin. We join in the grief and sorrow of their families and friends. ONE MORE TIME While transcribing the poems for the Lew Taylor item above, it struck your scribe that another Classmate had submitted some work — and we looked it up. Sure enough, there was the brief poem we remembered from Jim Griffin in 2008. Since Jim and his wife Anne passed away within weeks of each other, and their ashes were committed together at the Columbarium just this August, now seems like an appropriate time to let you hear from him again, just as we received it — in his handwriting: REQUIEM Weep not for me When I am gone Instead, I beg you laugh-at-it And when the merry cup is passed, I charge you drink my half-of-it QUICK TAKES It appears that the brief note in the May-June issue, which announced your Board of Directors’ decision in regard to a 70th Reunion, requires a little clarification. Scattered queries have arisen as to “why” and “why not?”To repeat the use of one word might make it clear: Disappointing is the word. Those who have had a chance to observe these affairs from fairly close-up, while we must applaud the work and effort required to run them, have agreed that the sight of a half-dozen old geezers in wheelchairs, being pushed around by their seventy-year-old children, doesn’t look like much of a Reunion of the Class. And a few others who might have attended didn’t do so because the trip was too long or the prospect of three days of eating and walking, or pushing a walker around, didn’t seem very attractive. In short — the affairs were too long and the logistics daunting. Those who have been involved in past efforts can only shake their heads in disbelief when recalling the problems of the past, and seeing them magnified by the indecision, crises, and infirmities of our present (and future!) old age.

That’s why we feel that everybody might be better served by a few short (one-day?) efforts — two or three or four of them, reducing the travel distances, etc., might be a better answer.We would appreciate comment and ideas, addressed to the Secretary or to your President. Let us hear from you. BOTS — CHS

They did away with our June Week, but for a few years there was June Week West! This happy group of celebrants was snapped at the June 1986 affair: L to R, Hugh Minor, John P.M. Richards, Warren “Johnny” Johnson, Sam Pillar, and Nye “Dusty” Rodes

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SEC’Y: CAPT David C. Carruth, USN (Ret.) 7206 Danford Ln., Springfield,Va. 22152 P: 703-569-1354; E: slipstk@aol.com TREASURER: CDR Charles Mertz 7200 Matthew Mills Rd. McClean,VA 22101-2642 E: CM7200@aol.com WEBMASTER: John Tsiknas 15644 Caldas De Reyes, San Diego, CA 92128-4414 E: johntsiknas@att.net WEBSITE: http://1948.usnaclasses.com

A letter from Charlie Heid 17th Co. on 10 July ’13 reads as follows: n My sincere apologies for not getting the “word” to all ’48 persons—with reference to the planned ceremony when construction and out-fitting of the galley was complete at Baldomero Lopez Hall. I find that I sometimes will miss a dated appointment so maybe I can blame it on old age. Our son, Dave Heid—a GS 13 civilian at Quantico in charge of on-station construction—drove up to our home in Edgewater in the early morning of the new facilities’ dedication—wild ride down US 1-but we made it OK. Great ceremony with Gen. Amos giving a sterling speech to the assembled to-be young lieutenants. All people in schools came to the celebration in the Hall. Good show! Food was great at luncheon in the new Hawkins Room—Lots of camaraderie followed.

Charlie outlined the day: On June 27th, the Marine Corps Basic School at Camp Barrett, Quantico,VA received a newly constructed dining facility, which was dedicated to the memory of Medal of Honor recipient, the late 1st Lieutenant Baldomero Lopez, USMC. Graduated USNA with the Class of 1948 in June 1947. In September 1950, after scaling a South Korean seawall at Inchon, Lt. Lopez was hit by gunfire while attempting to throw a grenade. He dropped the grenade and fell to the ground. Due to his injuries, Lopez couldn’t grasp the grenade to throw it again. Instead, Lopez chose to absorb the blast himself, protecting his men. 1st Lieutenant Lopez received the Medal of Honor for his actions. n Scribe’s note: If you wish to see the actual citation go to Google and type in Medal of Honor then follow the obvious pathway. The above is close to the whole citation.You can also read the citation for R.D. Reem, our other MOH winner. n The day, 27 June, 2013, came early for Marguerite and myself when our son Dave Heid arrived at our doorstep in early (6 a.m.) morning to drive us to Camp Barrett at Quantico,VA. The purpose was to view the dedication ceremony of the “1st Lieutenant Baldomero Lopez Hall” at the Basic School, Quantico,VA. The dedication commenced at 2 p.m. in the new dining area of Lopez Hall, Camp Barrett. General James F. Amos, Commandant of the United States Marine Corps challenged young officers to great heights while in their chosen service. A reception followed in the New Hawkins Room of the 1st Lieutenant Baldomero Lopez Hall. n Thank you Charlie In the following I am following in the footsteps of at least one other Class secretary. Since Last Call does not print obits for wives, nor should it, and since Shipmate is how we keep track of our Class families I will start with this issue to not only note their passing but will include a very short obit if the family wishes to write and send it to me. On the 23rd of July I received an email from Janie Hart, one of Zeb Alford’s daughters. She said Margaret (Zeb’s first wife and her mother) had requested “that I put news of her death in the Shipmate magazine, to which she subscribed. She said it was how she had kept up with so many of their old friends and the only way that many of

them would know she had died.” I asked Janie to write a short obit and it follows, shortened a bit more by me. n Margaret Lewis Alford died on June 8, 2013 at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Margaret was born Nov. 9, 1926 in Chattanooga, TN. After being educated at the Brooke Hill School for Girls in Birmingham Alabama, Margaret attended Mary Washington College of women in Fredericksburg,VA. On March 20, 1948 she married Zeb Alford. They were married for 35 years and raised four girls, Patti, Peggy, Janie and Katie. She is survived by the four girls, three sons-inlaw and two grandchildren.You can see Margaret’s full obit at www. seacoastonline.com/obits . n

reunion. Just to prove he doesn’t sit on his hands here is his latest effort. Classmates with email addresses have already seen this but the rest of you will enjoy it. In a snail mail Angus says, “Enclosed please find photographs taken after my successful 13000-foot Skydive last Sunday the 7th of July. My granddaughter Kristin McDonald, her friend Brian Jepson and I did our Skydives at the airfield in Snohomish, Washington on a beautiful summer day. It was an exhilarating experience.” Scribe’s note: this was a first jump for each of them and they all emulated Pres. Bush by going tandem, strapped to an instructor who pulled the ripcord and handled the landing. Good on you Angus. (see picture below).

Change in pace, our newest Class scholar is Nicole Pick ’17. Nicole writes, n “I would like to thank the USNA Class of 1948 for giving me the opportunity to attend the United States Naval Academy. Through your generous scholarship assistance, I was able to attend preparatory school and fulfill my dream of attending the Naval Academy. I had a wonderful experience at Northwestern Preparatory School and now feel much better prepared for the Academy. From strengthening my academic and physical abilities to learning more about military careers through the many guest speakers, I greatly value the time I spent there and feel very prepared as I enter the Naval Academy. Once again thank you very much for your support. I appreciate the opportunity that the Class of 1948 has given me as part of the Foundation Program and I am honored to be a part of the United States Naval Academy Class of 2017. n Now let’s really change subjects. I’ve already told you some of the things people have done since the reunion. Gene Mulligan 1st Co. wrote to thank the reunion committee for all it’s work then added, n “Life will take an adventurous turn for me later in June, when I’ll fly to Tel Aviv to join twelve others in an 8-day educational and support tour for my denomination’s ‘UUs for Justice in the Middle East. We will visit with peaceoriented groups on both sides of the green line but primarily in the West Bank. Back by the Fourth of July”. n Hope you had good, productive trip Gene. Last issue I told you about Angus McDonald’s 7th Co. adventures after the

When Andy Frahler was buried on 28 May at Arlington his family gathered around. A letter from Claire say, “Our four married grown children and their children (ten) along with the three great grandchildren gathered at Arlington for Andy’s burial. Don, our oldest, is USNA Class of ’72. Ron, our youngest, left a baseball on the casket in memory of his dad’s Navy days. The military really knows how to honor their own. A navy band played The Navy Hymn and another group gave the gun salute. It was most impressive. Pictured nearby — Claire in front, then left to right Marybeth Frahler Culbreth, CAPT Don Frahler, Ron Frahler, Andrea Frahler Shupert. Scribe’s note: Andy was in the 13th Co. If you have a 50 year book read his excellent autobio.

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48•50 CLASS NEWS Our memorial/flower fund currently has $9,129.31. Finally from Hart Stringfellow,

Since the last column I have learned of our following losses: Classmates 6th Co. Suttill, F.T. 11/1982 17th Co. Settle, H.T. 6/15/13 10th Co. Johnson, H.B. 6/4/13 * 6th Co. Wise, R.S. 7/16/13 13th Co. Garner, A.S. 7/26/13 18th Co. Dempsey, R.T. 7/26/13 Wives Barbara Settle 5/3/09 Margaret Alford 6/8/13 Betty Smith (wife of R.P. Smith) 10/20/06 *see bio in 50 year book Our condolences to each family. The Class family will miss them too. A note from Cab Davis regarding Dick Dempseyn “Dick was my plebe summer roommate and right after graduation in June ’47 he became my brother-in-law when he married Barbara, Libby’s sister. As you know Barbara passed away in 08, Dick Jr. moved into Dick’s house and has been there since.We suspected this might happen due to the few phone conversations we have had with him.” n The family moved Dick to an exclusively Alzheimer’s care facility in Houston, private room and bath. Scribe’s note: At this point I received a call telling me that Dick had passed away in his sleep on 26 July 2013. His service was in El Paso on 7/31/13 Roger Carlquist and Phil Rogers tell me the reunion is now officially history. All bills have been paid. In the same vein, our endowment fund, as of May 1st, the latest available data, stands at $2,045,125 so it is holding it’s own. Our operating fund, for reunions and miscellaneous expenses stands at $11,252.99 as of July 17, 2013.

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n “Upon returning from the reunion, I called Bill Sawyer 1st Co. to see if he was still alive, and he reported that he was still with us, but that his wife, Sheila, has some serious medical probs. I believe I have told you that J.R. Moore is still alive but is very depressed since losing his wife. I’ll try to keep you up to date for my health is pretty good and I have a new lady friend who is determined to keep me alive a little longer.” n Scribe’s note: hope she is successful. Next column is due the end of Sept. — Dave

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PRES: CAPT Ewing “Mick” McDonald, USN (Ret.) 2569 Golfer’s Ridge Road Annapolis MD 21401 E: USNA1949@VERIZON.NET SECY: Paul Laric 299 W. 12th St., #8E, NYC NY 10014 E: paullaric49@gmail.com TREAS: CAPT Peter S. Swanson, USN (Ret.) WEBMASTER: CAPT Robert Tolbert, USN (Ret.) WEBSITE: www.usna-class49.org

From the President I recently received a thank-you letter from MIDN 4/c Kristofer Misch, recipient of last year’s USNA Foundation’s Class of 1949 Honor Scholarship. The scholarship allowed Misch to attend Northwestern Preparatory School in Crestline, CA, where he raised his SAT score in math to a perfect 800! Misch ended his letter to the class with: “Again, I would like to express my gratitude for giving me the opportunity to go to the Naval Academy. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance that I would never have received anywhere else.” As class president (1969-74), Jack Benoit remembers our classmate William T. (Arch) Roos (deceased) proposing the establishment of a class fund of $20,000 for the purpose of providing a prep school scholarship through the USNA Foundation to enhance an individual’s chances of getting an appointment to the Academy. The class responded to Arch’s appeal by raising the requisite funds. Over the years, the Foundation’s number of sponsors has increased dramatically and as a result, our class now gets to sponsor a candidate only once every four or five years. This program was one of Arch’s favorite projects and continues to receive support from his widow, Joanne Roos. Since the Class of 1949 Honor Scholarship

was established, it has provided a path to USNA for more than thirty individuals, In a recent column, we ran a piece from Tom Parsons regarding Bob Horne, one of 49’s great varsity football players. Subsequently, Bill Lynch informed me by email of an error in Tom’s story. In citing Lynch’s correction in a subsequent column, I referred to Bill as Red Lynch. After that column was published, Bill wrote to me that he has never gone by that nickname although he has been mistaken for Red Cobb a couple of times and Red Tolbert was his roommate. I would have been willing to bet a month’s pay that during Lynch’s and my service together—NAPS (1944) and submarine school (1951)—he was referred to as Red. But I guess my memory must be dwindling as the embellishment of my sea stories grows. My apology to Bill not Red Lynch. A USNA Alumni Association poll taken a year or so ago showed that the class columns remain a major attraction for the alumni. Along that line, I am happy to announce that Paul Laric has agreed to participate as our official class columnist. After five years on active duty, Paul left the Navy to settle in Manhattan where he began a long and successful career in public relations and advertising. He currently serves on the class executive committee; has served in the past as president of the New York chapter of USNA Alumni Association; and has been instrumental in keeping the NY area 49ers active. And now a word from our new class columnist: n “Nothing can be finer than to be a forty-niner. A great slogan and I believe every syllable. Throughout my four years at the Academy, five years on active duty, and in civilian life thereafter, forty-niners have been my closest friends, still are today, and always will be. This spirit, I assure you, will guide me as I assume the responsibility as your class columnist in Shipmate. Please keep this in mind as you read my jottings, for they may stray from the straight and narrow here and there, but never with ill intention. I will do my level best to inform, to evoke memories, to pay tribute where deserved, and I hope to amuse. I will need your help and input. You knew this was coming. Right? Only your stories, experiences, memoirs, and pictures, can keep this column— your column—viable. Send to: paullaric49@gmail.com) or Paul Laric, 299 West 12th St, #8E, NYC NY 10014.” n

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Memoriam (Obituaries can be found on the class website.) “The young man in white works (Class of ’47) shouts: ‘All right you plebes, make like an airplane and let me hear it!’ The lead aircraft of these 18th company plebes is young Mort Neely flying past, followed by Dave Sprague, then Harvey Conover, then Tommy Watkins. This picture does not reflect vital USNA history but in 1945, that is what we did!” Submitted by Dave Sprague From Jim Ferrero n “I am responding to a request for inputs to our class column in Shipmate.This is my first input since retiring in 1990.While with Hughes Aircraft, I was in the Washington area almost monthly and kept up with our classmates there. After retirement, I continued to see classmates living near my residence in Long Beach CA: Emile Achee, Howard Edwards, Jim Dughi, and Hal Maninger. I’m sad to say that Achee, Edwards, and Dughi are no longer with us…Not long ago, I visited the USS IOWA (BB 61), now a museum in Long Beach.The visit evoked memories of life aboard a battleship during our youngster cruise. Upon arrival, I looked down at the teak decking, rotten after many years in mothballs.The deck, in spite of its derelict condition, reminded me of the beautiful deck on the NORTH CAROLINA (BB55) as well as what made it so beautiful: our holystoning and manual labor. After slavishly holystoning the decks, we had liberty in Gitmo and many hands became acquainted with the One-Eyed Indian known as Hatuey. For those who had too much Hatuey in the burning sun, getting back aboard ship became a challenge. A cargo net was streamed over the side so they could crawl aboard.The cargo net hauled in those unable to make it on their own. Once aboard and below in the multi-tier bunks, some victims of the potent brew became sick and many a mid in the lower bunks became a victim of the One-Eyed Indian’s gruesome revenge. And this is how we became officers and gentlemen!” n

Willard Huntington Clark, Jr. died in Canandaigua NY on 18 July 2013. LCDR George D. Florence, USN (Ret.) died on 14 July 2013. Thomas Mitchell Gill died on 18 June 2013 in Pinehurst NC. Rowena Stanley Jaap Fullinwider, wife of CAPT Pete Fullinwider, USN(Ret.), died on 22 July 2013. CAPT William H. Meanix Jr., USN(Ret.) died on 11 July 2013 in Fairfax Station VA. Lois S. Williams, widow of LCDR Edwin E. Williams, USN(Ret.) died on 7 July 2013 in Valparaiso IN.

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PRES: VADM Robert R. Monroe USN (Ret.) 2313 Sawdust Rd.,Vienna,VA 22181-3044 P: 703-242-8756; E: rrmonroe@cox.net VICE PRES: CAPT Thomas H. Ross, USN (Ret.) 948 Shadewater Way,Annapolis, MD 21401-6848 P: 410-757-3745; E: thasross@hotmail.com EXEC. SEC’Y: CAPT Donald K. “Deke” Forbes, USN (Ret.) 15791 Edgewood Dr., Dumfries,VA 22025 P: 703-670-6153; E: dekus@earthlink.net TREAS: CAPT John J. McNally, USN (Ret.) 7512 Milway Drive, Alexandria,VA 22306-2525 P: 703-765-8808; E: jmcnallyj@gmail.com CORR. SEC’Y: CAPT Charles L. Mull, USN (Ret.) 10 Meadowbrook Road, Brunswick, ME 04011-3434 P: 207-729-0073; E: csmull@comcast.net WEBMASTER: Col John C. Akin, USAF (Ret.) E: bojack@tds.net WEBSITE: http://usna50.8k.com

President’s Corner. Two recent class news items. (1) Our classmate, Pat Kittler (Isle, Minnesota) has just joined our class communications team as “Standby Webmaster” for the class website. (http://usna50.8k.com). He will back up Jack Akin, who founded our website in 2000 and has developed it to a world-class level over the past thirteen years. Our thanks to Pat and our continued appreciation are extended to Jack. (2) An innovative suggestion was made that the class of 1950 might commemorate our 65th Reunion in 2015 by presenting a gift to the Naval Academy, hopefully

starting a continuing tradition for successive classes. Several creative ideas were suggested for the gift, but in the judgment of the Class Leadership Group our “legacy” class commitment to the Naval Academy should remain our continuing focus; and the suggestion will not be pursued. …All the best, Bob Class News. Ray Engel provided a very informative personal description of his submarine career and his association with our classmates aboard the Thresher and their families. His email of 28 June is presented in its entirety. n “I just read your class column in the May-June Shipmate and your note at the end about the 50th anniversary of the Thresher’s loss. As you may know, I was a THRESHER plankowner, as Engineer Officer. Claire and I made a special trip to attend the Memorial events in April. THRESHER was a large part of our lives. I was the first officer to report aboard at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in May 1960, just two months after the birth of our first child. Its building period and shakedown and evaluation periods were marked with many Navy “firsts” and gave the “Green Light” for the large SSBN/SSN building programs that would use the new THRESHER technology and capabilities. I left in July 1962 for my fourth nuclear submarine assignment, the USS NATHAN HALE (SSBN 623), as Executive Officer, Blue Crew. As I left, THRESHER moved into dry dock for Post-Shakedown Availability (PSA), from which it emerged in early 1963, then under Wes Harvey’s command. (Claire and I were delighted to be able to return to Portsmouth to help Wes and Irene celebrate Wes’ Change-of-Command in January. He was the first of the class of 1950 to assume a nuclear command.) Wes and I had also been shipmates on NAUTILUS (SSN 571) in 1956 and 1957. Since THRESHER was in the process of shifting to its new homeport, Irene had moved directly there and Wes was commuting on weekends. The Harveys, Engles and Olga and Bob Krag resolved to get together at our house in New London for a long-postponed dinner together, but it was winter and car travel from Portsmouth was sometimes problematic. Nevertheless, the dinner party occurred as scheduled and the three classmates and wives enjoyed a wonderful evening. Less than three weeks later, September-October 2013

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THRESHER’s vitally important contribution to the evolution and safety of today’s submarines. We were glad to be present and to receive some more closure of this personal and national tragedy.” n A footnote to Ray’s submarine lifetime memories – VADM Eugene P.Wilkinson, the first skipper of the USS Nautilus (SSN-571), the first nuclear submarine, passed away in early July. Then CDR Wilkinson’s cryptic message sent on 17 January 1955, “Underway on nuclear power” made history and elevated its strategic importance that stunned the world. Submariner classmate Skip Orem describes him as a “superb” officer and gentleman.” Then CAPT Wilkinson also commanded the first nuclear powered surface warship, the guided missile cruiser USS Long Beach (CGN-9), which later, was also commanded by classmate Frank Fahland. Thanks ever so much, Ray, for sharing your personal and professional experiences with us.Yes, other details and some you mention were included in our column published in the July/August edition of Shipmate. Also, Ray, we want to thank you for your extraordinary effort over a period of four years to establish and maintain the class email register!!! The first complete listing was 24 April 2012 with email corrections promulgated periodically. It is understood that a new edition is about to be distributed and that you will be stepping down soon thereafter. Thanks again for keeping a fluid listing that has been a valuable asset to all members of the class. Your dedication to this essential element of our class organization has been greatly appreciated!!! Classmates and widows are requested to email changes as soon as they occur pending identification of a volunteer successor. Potentially interested volunteers are requested to contact President Bob Monroe at your earliest convenience to discuss the position. And thanks to Pat Kittler for becoming the standby webmaster and to Jack Akin for his ongoing extraordinary website effort! Vice president Tom Ross reports for the Washington group and their 11 July luncheon meeting at Laporta’s restaurant in Old Town Alexandria. Attendees also included Forbes, McNally, Monroe, Nolan, Rockey, Milt Schultz, Smoot, Treado and Tripp. Ann and Roy Snyder have initiated their move to Denver where they will be close to their

extended family. President Bob reported that Bob Shultz had a knee replacement about six weeks ago and after a long PT process is reported to be coming along well, Dick Powell reportedly fell and hit his head which created some internal bleeding and several weeks to recover, Bob Satre is reported recovering from multiple surgeries, and 65th Reunion Chairman Byron Lee’s idea regarding a gift to the Naval Academy at that time was left open for further consideration. Deke reported on the class 65th Reunion letter mailing, updated as noted below. Dick and Bob Shultz plan to make the group’s August meeting. Annapolis group coordinator Tom Ross reports on their 12 July luncheon meeting at Ginger Cove with Grunwald, Henderson, Lee, Noble, Oberholtzer, Rogers, Ross and Ryan in attendance. Several sea stories were told, but only one was verified, by Ed Grunwald. Seems that Ed McLean had a fall on 7 July, landed on his face, and broke bones on both sides of his pelvis! This was considered a weak excuse to miss lunch despite its indisputable verification! Deke’s 27 July update on tentative attendance and hotel requirements indicate nearly 70% of the 141 responses currently plan to attend. That’s a pretty good tentative attendance rate of responses so far! The widows’ response is about a fifth of 27 responses. While this issue of Shipmate won’t get to readers until early October, it is not too late to send in Deke’s form, or email him. Remember, this is not a commitment! It is regretted to report the passing of Norman Mullin (28th Co.) in Hingham, MA on 8 July. His wife, Chessie, preceded his passing. Norm served aboard ship in Korea and other areas, and thereafter enjoyed a successful 35 year civilian career with his own company. Pat Patterson notes that when he encouraged him to attend our 65th about two months ago, “Moon” responded that “a reunion was a good idea, but that he would not be alive that long”. His Hospice nurse was about to arrive. Pat and Fran’s last time with Norm and Chessie was aboard the USS Constitution, complements of RADM Roy Snyder when Roy was Commander Naval Reconnaissance Air Wings Atlantic Fleet based at NAS Brunswick, Maine. Norm is survived by seven children and 26 grand and great grandchildren. Our most sincere sympathies and condolences are extended to his family. Norm’s obituary has been

included in the Last Call section of a recent Shipmate. Notification received at press deadline was the unexpected passing of William B. Wright on 27 July. Bill was a 35th company mate, roomed right across the hall from Bixby and me first class year. Occasional bridge player, keen sense of humor, jester extraordinaire, intramural sportsman, color company plebe, outgoing, Mr. Personality, company morale builder, frequent dater, academically challenged, etc. all describe his midshipman and naval aviation careers. As southerners he and Yvonne frequented New England and prompted mini-class reunions for a number of later years. Our heartfelt condolences are extended to Yvonne and their family. Bill also probably will have been included in Last Call of a recent Shipmate edition. Class statistician Daryl Tripp has prepared his semi-annual July 17th update of class population. Of 691 graduates, 392 or 56.7% have passed on, leaving 299 or 43.3% among the living. He projects that 264 classmates will be available to attend our 65th Reunion in April 2015, health and other considerations permitting. We look forward to a great turn-out for this very special occasion in our lives! We also hope that many widows will join us in this celebration. This is an opportunity to recall and share many fond memories of the past for everyone!

Three generations of Van Kleecks

Justin “Rip”Van Kleeck checks in with a family photo of three generations. Son Brigadier General David Van Kleeck, right, with an Army ROTC scholarship, graduated from Princeton. After parachute training he served in a Nike Missile Air Defense unit in Italy and an Ordnance Depot in Germany. He earned a chemical engineering doctorate degree at Rice University and transferred to reserve Chemical Corps duty. He was hired by Shell Oil in 1978. As a BG he was ordered to active duty at Fort Hood for a year. He retired having earned two Legions of Merit and a Distinguished Service Medal,

and anticipates retiring from Shell in December 2014. On the left is grandson Captain Michael Van Kleeck, with an Army ROTC scholarship, graduated from Texas Tech and was assigned to Fort Hood. After helicopter training, he insisted I pin on his Army wings. Following deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan he is assigned to Fort Bliss. Both officers followed in “Rip’s” footsteps with military service careers. Congratulations! And thank you for your service. BEAT ARMY! Again!!! With best regards, Chuck

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PRES: CAPT Arthur P. Ismay, USN (Ret.) 1169 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean,VA 22101-2215 P: 703-790-0682; E: artismay@verizon.net VICE PRES: CAPT Thomas A. Boyce, USN (Ret.) 3717 Carrige House Ct., Alexandria,VA 22309-2709; P: 703-780-7525 SEC’Y: CDR Bill Foster, USN (Ret.) 501 Glyndon St., NE,Vienna,VA 22180 P: 703-938-7812; E: feeny1@mac.com TREAS: CAPT John L. “Jay” Woodbury Jr., USN (Ret.) 7515 Cornith Dr., Alexandria,VA 22306-2503 P: 703-768-3848; E: jaywood1@cox.net CLASS FUND RAISER: RADM Guy Shaffer, USN (Ret.) 7101 Bay Front Dr. #125 Annapolis, MD 21403 H: 401-269-6609 E: ghbs51usna@comcast.net WEBSITE: www.usna51.com

Class President Art Ismay indicates the Class board is making progress on a couple of significant issues having to do with the long term relationship with the alumni association and foundation. There obviously must be a finite plan for a class organization now 62 years old and counting. A late summer meeting of the board may finalize plans. The Class of 1951 Board of Directors was expanded under Bob Dunn to include representatives across the country. This has worked well and teleconferences have been productive. Classmate Bob Coleman from Longwood, Florida expressed the hope that we can become more inclusive. Having sub -organizations regionally can be a positive goal. A sterling example is San Diego. Bob has been a strong academy alumni leader in Florida which, as Sam Ginder pointed out, has over forty classmates. A problem is the size of the state, and classmates are scattered out although clusters exist near Pensacola, Jacksonville, Orlando, Stuart, Miami and the Southwest coast. Art also encourages all hands to stay tuned to the dynamic class web site which Sam Ginder has herded. Art gave a salute to Admiral Kelso upon his passing on our weskit.

Scribe’s report: A front page article on an “almost classmate” appeared in the July 9 issue of the Los Angeles Times. It concerned one Hugh Krampe a.k.a. Hugh O’Brian who became a significant Hollywood TV and Movie actor and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. O’Brian appeared in some 226 episodes of “The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp”. It mentioned he was a Marine.This struck a memory chord in your class scribe so I went to the font of all Marine wisdom, Gunny Gene Balderston, who knew him slightly at the Washington gun factory and also NAPS. Gene has been holding down the state of New Mexico in recent years, but appeared a year or so ago at the George Washington dinner sponsored by the San Diego group. Gene referred me to George Patch who also remembered Krampe at NAPS. George was involved with a class mini-reunion many years ago when he was stationed at Los Alamitos near Long Beach. He mentioned that O’Brian a number of years ago was a guest star on one of the Washington DC annual programs such as on the Fourth of July or Memorial Day honoring veterans. George has lived near Dallas for almost a decade. Another newsworthy event involving a classmate appeared in the May 2013 Vanity Fair magazine. In an article entitled “The Man Who Pierced the Sky” about Austrian Felix Baumgartner who free fell from a pressurized capsule at nearly 128,000 feet, our Bill Weaver and his ejection from an SR 71 at about 79,000 feet was mentioned. Jeanne Weaver told me that Bill was on TDY in Saudi Arabia but due home shortly. He was seriously thinking of retiring from his satellite launching career. They plan to stay in their Carlsbad, California home on the Southern California coast. I am still trying to find out how many of our classmates live in CCRCs, Continuing Care Retirement Communities. A number of the CCRCs in the states have had an orientation toward the military, but many of these are changing entry requirements to broaden their base. John Sullivan at Falcon’s Landing near Dulles Airport mentioned they now have three classmates including Bob Kalisch and Dick Cunningham and their wives plus our class widows June Kaulback and Dee Brumfiel. Bob was hoping to coordinate a meeting with a number of DC area classmates in August at Falcon’s Landing. The Cunninghams have moved there from Pennsylvania. September-October 2013

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51•52 CLASS NEWS Although Ginger Cove in Annapolis is not limited to military, many retired officers settled there. Jim Winnefeld has lived at Ginger Cove for over eleven years. His big news is that he and Judith Duckett were married in the early summer. She is still an active judge and she hails from an old Annapolis family. Certainly the class extends its best wishes to the newlyweds. Jim mentioned that Guy Shaffer lives in Bay Woods, another Annapolis senior housing area. Kin McKee is in a health center at Ginger Cove. There are military oriented CCRCs near Travis Air Base in Fairfield, California, one near Fort Lewis, Washington, another near Jacksonville, Florida and one near Williamsburg, Virginia. There are probably others with classmates involved. I have lived at AF Village West near March Air Reserve Base in Riverside, California, for a decade now. CCRCs generally have four levels of service including independent living, assisted living, special care and skilled nursing. There are nine academy grads living at AFVW and several widows but no others from the Class of 1951.

USNA grads residing at AF Village West. Front row (L to R): Mike Maskell ‘60, Charlie Lamb ‘53, Doug Raper ‘54, Hugh Scott ‘43. Back Row: Kim Bassett ‘53, Harry Rodgers ‘47, Cy Blanton ‘52, Ron Peterson ‘57, and John McGrew ‘51.

Interested in the forty plus classmates living in Florida, I noticed one living in Summerfield where one of my school administrator friends had retired. I called and chatted with Susan who gave me that sad news that her husband Charles Lowery had passed away last fall. He had left the academy after one year, but always wanted to be recognized as in the class. We had almost 185 who were technically in the class as of late summer 1947 (when 909 were on the rolls) but were not among the 725 graduates. Many have stayed close to the class and are in the blue address book we have. The Lowerys were

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friends with classmates Don Richitt and Bob McIntosh. So naturally there was motivation to check in with Don and Bob. The Richitts live in Crofton, MD. One of Don’s interesting experiences was to have three “holes in one” on the golf course. Many golfers spend their lives searching that elusive goal. His four children have lived “near by”. He has had a number of post service careers. Another multi-faceted classmate has been Bob McIntosh whose wife Christine filled me in on his “careers”. An able pilot, he was on track to become an astronaut a la Jim Irwin but that did not work out. Upon retiring he taught ROTC in high school for a year (as did some other classmates). He then went to law school and became a Deputy District Attorney and then a Court Commissioner. Unfortunately he recently moved from their home in Woodlands Hills to nearby health facility in Calabasas, California with Alzheimer’s. In the aging process dementia has become a major problem. There a number of branches including Alzheimer’s and they take different directions and a wide range of time. A call to Reece Belk also resulted in a report of Alzheimer’s. Another major physical problem is simply falling. A far more serious challenge is falling when hit by a car as was the case of Will Surman. He and his wife Carole Ann who are great outdoors people, were camping and riding bikes in the redwood forests of Northern California. On a bike, he was hit by a pick up truck on June 4 and was in the “valley of the shadow” for some days. His recovery has been slow but steady. He had ridden thousands of miles in many states and countries and this was his closest call.Their Monterey home looks better than ever. Will mentioned a recent visit from classmate Bill Hutchison who also has a relatively new bride. More congratulations are in order. Another Northern California couple of many years standing are Paul Smith and Mary. They hang out in the general Bay area with a home in Los Gatos. They may or may not personally have cats, but somehow the town was named for felines. The Smiths wisely encouraged a daughter to have a Lake Tahoe spread so they can go to the lake and enjoy water sports at a near freezing water temperature. Nobody has said we Californians are totally rational. Speaking of Northern Californians, or cats and dogs, the irrational or Lake Tahoe

we must mention anew our “Grand Olde Man of the Mountains”, CD McIntosh. An old picture has turned up in which a twinkle in his eye tells the whole story. He has hosted numerous classmates over the years, but had to finally come down the hill to “Hangtown” also known as Placerville. The good news is that Frieda keeps the old codger under pretty good control.

Navy 51’s Olde Man of the Mountain, CD McIntosh, overlooking his beloved Lake Tahoe.

Many classmates settle in close to their children. Bob Genter and Betty are now in the DC gang living in Herndon. Alex Todd and Carol continue to live the good life as a more or less retired librarian in Illinois. Shirley Morris, widow of Howard Morris, checked in from Durango, Colorado. Howie had also had a major bicycle accident in France years ago. John Peterson and Barbara have lived in Los Osos (not cats but owls) in central California for years. He had a tour at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo as a prof. Barbara for a time was a docent at the Hearst Ranch down the road. Perhaps we could have had a class reunion in the ball room had we known in time. Tom Boyce mentioned he was a presidential aide at one point. Again we missed an opportunity for a class reunion in the White House. Speaking of lawyers and Carl Pearlston, Tom Gillen reminded me he was still a legal eagle just down the road from my Riverside spread, in his case in Yorba Linda where the Nixon Museum is located. He reminded me that one of his nine offices is in Riverside and we would do lunch one of these days. Another successful California Lawyer, Chuck Gangloff and his wife Joanne, also an attorney, still practice in Long Beach where they have lived up hill from the beach for years. They are defense attorneys and I will have somewhere to go if Gillen sues me for not mentioning his ongoing law practice earlier. Gangloff ’s have a daughter who is also an attorney and a son in law school. Talk about cornering a market.

Dick Childs also chided me (or would it be Childed me) in a bragging sense. When I reported being the 22,000th graduate of the academy, he one upped me. He was 21,999. Our Alma Mater, “Navy Blue and Gold”, reminds us that “when two or three shall meet and old tales be retold” we can have a reunion and salute old days gone by. So be it with a “band of brothers”. Let’s seek more mini-reunions. In a bizarre way, I have a reunion with many classmates every day as I look upon my bookshelf and see the enterprise of many of them. They remind me of the creativity and broad range of interests our class epitomized. With me on the shelves are Ginder, Hammond, Irwin, B. Johnson, Kremm , C. McIntosh, Raithel, Treadwell, and Winnefeld. I am remiss but must add R. Seymour and W. Boyes and how many others. Your neighborhood scribe. — John McGrew

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PRES: Col Richard E. Denfeld, USAF (Ret.) 11717 Tuxworth Trail, Bumpass,VA 23024-8867 P: 540-895-9050; E: denf52@aol.com SEC’Y: CDR William J. Laux Jr., USN (Ret.) 3638 Elderberry Place, Fairfax,VA 22033-1214 P: 703-787-0712; E: wjlaux@verizon.net WEBMASTER: CAPT T.W. Lyons Jr., USN (Ret.) E: tomlyons52@cox.net WEBSITE: www.toughshoes52.org

We 52ers may all be in our eighties, and long retired from our professions, but we still know how, want to, and do serve others. Usually, I suppose, we help classmates and their wives. But it is not limited to our contemporaries; we also help today’s midshipmen. Jim Severs found a way to do just that, as he tells: n “This spring a note appeared in the USNA Midshipmen Parent’s list-serve that MIDN Mike Fuller, ’15, wanted to participate in a summer internship for the Naval Oceanographic Office at the NASA Stennis Space Center in south Mississippi. The Navy was not able to pay lodging or per diem costs and MIDN Fuller needed a place to stay for several weeks. Could anybody help? “My son Paul Severs, ’85, (who is the father of Pete Severs, ’15) graciously offered my house in nearby Slidell, Louisiana. Paul is so generous he also offered to have his sister Betsy Campbell, Tulane NROTC ’88, who also lives in Slidell, bring supper to Mike and me every night for four weeks. The system worked well and Mike and I enjoyed the

companionship and lots of good food. As I’m recently widowed, I could not have had a timelier gift. I also could not believe the depth of common interest between two people 65 years apart in age.” n Secretary’s comment: Jim didn’t mention that MIDN Fuller is in the same company that his granddaughter, ENS Lisa Schlagheck, ’12, was in. Small world… And we 52ers – well, at least some of us – are still active, competitive athletes. Phil Case sent in the following: n “The biennial National Senior Games were held in Cleveland from July 19 through August 1. There were 10,800 participants in 19 sports. “I participated in four swimming events. I was 13th in the 50 yard Backstroke (— it gets better!), got 4th and 5th place ribbons for the 200 yard Individual Medley(IM) and 100 yard IM respectively, and a bronze medal for the 50 yard Butterfly. One event occurred during the first day Phil Case which made things a little dicey. I banged my left hand on a lane divider and had to have three stitches after the first two events. There was a major question on whether or not I would swim again, but I pushed the doctor a bit and finished the last two. “The games will be held next in Minneapolis in 2015.” n

Two friends, Phil and Louise Case

There are no Class luncheons in the summer, and I have received no other news of current happenings that I can pass on to the Class. But we can always recall busier days, when we were on active duty, and recount some of our Classmates’

adventures. And that is what we will do today. Dick Laulor shared his reminiscences about some of his experiences in the submarine service. Dick was a “guest passenger” on the USS ALBACORE (AGSS-569) when Admiral Rickover was aboard for a demonstration. n “USS ALBACORE, which was diesel-powered, was the first Navydesigned vessel with a true submarine hull form, in which surface characteristics were subordinated to underwater performance. Her sole function was to conduct experiments. LCDR Jon L. Boyes, USN, was the Commanding Officer. Under his command, ALBACORE set the world record for underwater speed. Nicknamed “Wildman”, one of LCDR Boyes’ proudest moments came as his crew showed Lord Mountbatten and Admiral Arleigh Burke that ALBACORE really could “fly through water”. “LCDR Boyes was the Executive Officer of USS HALFBEAK (SS-352) when Dick reported aboard for duty in December 1953. In July 1954, during a weekend trip to Portsmouth, NH, Dick visited LCDR Boyes. He told Dick that Admiral Rickover was going to ride ALBACORE on Monday to view a demonstration of the combination of true hull form and high speed. Dick accepted LCDR Boyes’ invitation to be aboard for the demonstration. “Admiral Rickover demanded numerous series of deep dives, sharp up-angle changes in depth, and tight turns, all at high speeds. ALBACORE had ‘subway straps’ attached to the overhead throughout the boat. Without them, bodies would have been strewn all over the deck. “Although not selected by Admiral Rickover for the nuclear program, in 1966-67 CAPT Jon L. Boyes, USN, was the Commander of Submarine Squadron 10, the Navy’s first all-nuclear attack submarine squadron.” n Once more, I repeat my plea: Let us know what is going on in your life. There are many of you who, although retired from active duty in the Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force, are still very active in many pursuits. The gratifying thing is that much of what the men of the Class of 1952, and their wives as well, do is in service to others, whether at the community, state, or national level. I ask you to share your stories. I’d like to pass them on! September-October 2013

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PRES: CAPT Chris Zirps, USN (Ret.) 1902 Toll Bridge Ct., Alexandria,VA 22308 P: 703-780-6124 E: CZirps53@aol.com CORR SEC’Y: CAPT Arthur C. Bivens, USN (Ret.) 3724 Acosta Rd., Fairfax,VA 22031 P: 703-273-1392; E: acbivens@aol.com WEBMASTER: CAPT Paul Dudley, USN (Ret.) E: pauldudley53@earthlink.net WEBSITE: www.usna53.org

More Photos from the 60th Reunion Following are several more photos taken during the Reunion that did not get in the last issue:

Carl and Pat Headland in the Doubletree Hotel

Osmund and Barbara Dixon having breakfast in the hotel

Margot and Ross Perot with Sharon Maltby in the hotel

Navy Grandsons of ’53 Grandparents in the News LTJG John Duffner USN is shown in the photo (6) with his grandparents, Dave and Dolores Frost, at the ceremony in which he received his pilot gold wings on 10 May 2013. A family photo of three Navy generations also was in the July-August 2011 Shipmate at which Dave (in uniform) swore in his grandson John as an Ensign at his graduation from OCS, Newport, RI.

LTJG J. Jason Rutherford USN (USNA ’10) is shown in the photo (7) with his grandparents, Earl and Mary Lou Griggs, at the ceremony in which he received his NFO gold wings 31 May 2013. The photo was sent by the Griggs’ daughter, Mary Katherine Rutherford, Jason’s mother, who we occasionally see at some of our football game tail gate parties. Also, there was a wedding in the family. See photo (8) at which Mary K’s daughter, Meredith (23), married 1st LT Randy Rhinehart USMC (USNA ’10) on 21 July 2013. He is in training for helicopter pilot. This being a military wedding there was a sword ceremony. My sword was one of four recalled for duty. Art Gilmore provided one and Earl another (although Earl’s sword has been handed down to Jason). Like many of us, my sword was a graduation gift from my parents. It’s mainly been used over the years in weddings (including mine with Marcy, our granddaughter Elizabeth, and the wedding of a young Mark Ferguson, now the present VCNO), and on rare occasions at official Navy events.

LTJG Duffner, Dolores & Dave Frost

Mid’n Olson, John & Stacey Olson

LTJG Rutherford, Earl & Mary Lou Griggs Bud and Mickey Kauderer with Marcy Bivens in the hotel

Larry Collier and Bob Raffaele with Senator & Mrs. Bob Dole at WWII Memorial during the Washington, DC tour

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1st Lt Rhinehart, Meredith, Earl & Mary Lou

Midshipman Ben Olson, 4/c, grandson of our Classmate CAPT Conrad Olson USN (Ret) (deceased 1993), is shown with his parents, John and Stacey Olson, on USNA Induction Day, 27 June 2013. John Olson sent a note as follows, “I have some good news. Following in his grandfather’s footsteps, my son has joined the USNA Class of 2017 at Annapolis. Here is a picture [9] with his proud parents.” Final Tributes CAPT Merlin R. Norby, USN (Ret) (87) died 28 June 2013 in a restaurant in the Kingstowne area of Fairfax County, VA. Merlin came to USNA via NAPS after several years in the fleet as a Quartermaster. Upon graduation he remained in the surface fleet serving in USS MATTHEWS, XO of dock landing ship USS FORT MANDEN, CO of cable ship USS NEPTUNE, Engineering Officer in USS INTREPID. Ashore he was Deputy Director of ship design and

engineering at NAVSEA in Washington, DC. Awards include two Navy Commendation Medals. After the Navy he was a consultant for ten years at Presearch, Inc., helping to produce and design LCDs. Survivors include his wife of 59 years,Virginia, a daughter, and two grandsons. CAPT Harold Glen Hatch, USN (Ret) (86) died 12 July 2013 in Port Arthur, TX. Glen quit high school in 1944 to join the Navy during WWII. He saw duty in the Pacific, was discharged in 1946, finished high school in 1947, had a few short Merchant Marine cruises, joined the Navy again, and made it to USNA via NAPS. Glen elected to fly and won his wings in 1955. He flew S-2 Trackers and A-3 Skywarriors from carriers and had command of squadron VQ-2. He also had command of squadron VR24 flying C-1 and C-2 aircraft. He had two deployments to Vietnam. His awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, the Strike/Flt Air Medal, and various commendation medals. In civilian life Glen worked for a time in Iran, but in his words, “My short stay there was terminated by the Ayatollah Khomeini who entered Iran through the front door as I was making a rapid exit through the almost closed rear door.” He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Polly, 3 children, and 7 grandchildren. * CAPT William DeHart, USN (Ret) died 15 July 2013 while vacationing in his favorite sailing destination in Oriental, NC. In Bill’s words; “I served 24 years as a standard ‘Black Shoe Sailor,’ with tours of duty in a carrier, USS VALLEY FORGE; a landing ship dock, USS CASA GRANDE; and in four destroyers – USS CUSHING, USS McCAIN, USS RENSHAW (as XO), and USS BORDELON (as CO). My shore duty was spent variously in Washington (BuPers and OPNAV), as well as overseas in Naples, Italy (AFSOUTH) and Saigon (NAVFORV). I also attended Naval War College.” His awards include the Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, and Navy Commendation Medal. Bill returned to NC and had “a couple of civilian jobs before retiring for real in Chapel Hill, NC. Survivors include his wife, Frances, 2 children, and 3 grandchildren. * CAPT James M. Webster, USN (Ret) (86) died 19 July 2013 in Carmel Valley, CA. James was an Ensign from the V-12 program at Harvard, Class of ’47, having served on a destroyer in the Pacific when he entered USNA. Upon

graduation he resumed service as a Surface Warfare Officer. During his career he was awarded the Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Medal, MSM, NCM, and NAM. He attended the Navy War College and Navy Post Graduate School, and later was CO of the Navy PG School. Survivors include his wife, Mary, and two daughters. * Indicates personal article in our Legacy Book An Update on Joe Zebrowski’s Banshee When we left Joe’s Banshee story in the Nov-Dec 2012 issue of Shipmate the plane had been shipped to the Quonset Air Museum in Rhode Island for eventual restoration. Continuing the Banshee saga is a story in The Providence Journal, 12 June 2013 by Thomas Morgan. The headline of the article is “60 years later, fighter pilot reunites with old warplane under restoration.” The clipping was sent by Barbara Carr, Joe’s friend, and passed on to me by Chris Zirps. The author writes, “It’s in much-worn pieces now, scattered about the deck of the Quonset Air Museum, but the old man who smiled as he relaxed in its dismounted ejection seat didn’t seem to mind. His name? It’s stenciled on the cockpit of this early jet-era Navy aircraft, recording the remarkable fact that the man in the seat once flew this very aircraft six decades ago. It’s an F2H-3 Banshee. He’s JOSEPH P. ZEBROWSKI, 85, and he has a story to tell.” It’s a six column story, mostly about Joe’s collision with another Banshee and subsequent sideways ejection over the Aegean Sea. Both planes are at the bottom of the sea and both pilots survived. The Banshee being restored is from later in Joe’s career. Near the end of the story the writer mentions that Joe attended our 60th Reunion. Quoting Joe, “At the Naval Academy reunion we had 160 graduates still functioning. Of course, a lot had canes and walkers.” I missed seeing Joe, but I got a photo of his friend, Sharon with Jean Glazier at the reception desk [See last month’s issue of Shipmate] It’s football season and tailgating time… GO NAVY….ACB

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PRES: CAPT George V. Zeberlein, USN (Ret.) P: 410-267-7470; E: gvzeb1@verizon.net SEC’Y: CAPT George M. Henson, USN (Ret.) 701 Creek View Circle, Phoenixville, PA 19460 P: 610-933-6955; E: g140250h@verizon.net WEBMASTER: Will Croom E: willyaye@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.54net.org

Reunion News: Dear Classmates, We want to bring you up to date on the planning for our 60th reunion. The reunion committee has put together a tentative schedule of events, including a welcoming wine party on Friday evening, November 14th, a Class meeting on Saturday morning at the hotel, and a pregame tailgate starting at noon till game time at 3.30 PM. The game with Georgia Southern should be over by 6.30 PM (Company & Battalion Organizers should plan their Saturday evening parties accordingly.) On Sunday the Chapel has Catholic Mass at 0900 and Protestant services at 1115 for those wishing to attend. The Officers Club has a Sunday morning brunch. The cost/person is $24 and anyone wishing to have brunch should make their own arrangements. There will be a Memorial Service in the Chapel for all passed Classmates on Sunday at 1300. We are also planning a “Grand Ball Dinner” for Sunday evening followed by a farewell brunch on Monday morning, both of which will be held at the Westin Hotel. The Westin Hotel, on the circle at West St. and Taylor Ave., will be our reunion headquarters. 100 rooms have been reserved for the Class on a first come basis. We have renegotiated the room rate and the costs of the “events” package. The cost per room for reunion attendees is now $210 per night, and includes free “self-parking” at the hotel parking garage. The Westin Hotel will start taking reservations on 1 September 2013. When making a reservation please be sure to advise that it is for the “USNA Class of 1954-60th reunion.” The package of reunion events will be $300 per person and covers the events described above. It DOES NOT cover Company/ Battalion parties. In order for the committee to get a better handle on how many Classmates will be attending, we would appreciate those who will be attending to send George Zeberlein an E MAIL at gvzeb1@verizon.net. Please respond by September-October 2013

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54•55 CLASS NEWS 25 August 2013 if you plan to attend. This will help us to make adjustments to our budget and preparations. Please continue to send your deposits ($100/Person) to: The Naval Academy Alumni Association ’54-60th Reunion 247 King George St. Annapolis, Md. 21402 We remind all Company & Battalion party coordinators that expenses for their event held after the game on Saturday are NOT included in the reunion budget. If we can help you with your arrangements, please let us know. Our best Regards to all and hope to see you in November 2014! George Zeberlein Ted Walker TENTATIVE EVENTS SCHEDULE FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14TH 1200 TO 1600: BUS AVAILABLE FOR TRIPS TO “MID STORE” 1400 – ON: CHECK-IN AT WESTIN HOTEL 1830 – 2100: “WELCOME ABOARD” WINE PARTY SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15TH 0730 – 1000: BUS AVAILABLE FOR TRIPS TO “MID” STORE 1130 – 1430: BUS AVAILABLE FOR TRIPS TO STADIUM 1200 – 1530: TAILGATE AT STADIUM (’53 PAVILION) 1530 – 1830: FOOTBALL GAMENAVY VS GEORGIA SOUTHERN 1900 - ????: COMPANY / BATTALION PARTIES SUNDAY NOVEMBER 16TH 0900: CATHOLIC MASS AT CHAPEL 1000 -1400: “O” CLUB AVAILABLE FOR BRUNCH (MAKE YOUR OWN RESERVATIONS) 1115: PROTESTANT SERVICES AT CHAPEL 1300: MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR PASSED CLASSMATES 1830 – 220: “GRAND BALL” DINNER AT WESTIN HOTEL MONDAY NOVEMBER 17TH 0900 – 1100: FAREWELL BRUNCH AT WESTIN HOTEL 1200: HOTEL CHECK OUT FAIR WINDS & FOLLOWING SEAS (HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME) Class Luncheon: A DC area Class luncheon took place on 10 July, featuring Classmates (L to R): John Juergens, Fitz Woodrow, Ted Walker, Jim Bell, Will Croom, and Dave Henry.

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’54 Graduation

July Luncheon

Don and Will: Don Ulmer and Will Croom met for lunch at the Fort Meyer Officers Club way back in May, as caught in this shot.

Better Late Than Never: For some 59 years, the rolled-up graduation photo that we received following that historic event has knocked about in my wake, miraculously not being lost or destroyed. I just recently came across it once again and finally, after these years of neglect and procrastination, had it framed. I had a problem deciding where to hang it in my Hero’s Quarter’s but was able finally to place it appropriately adjacent to the commission (Midshipman, Ensign, and Captain) documents and our memorable diploma.

Memories Don Ulmer and Will Croom

Golden Years: Memories of the past. “Derald Beal and Will Croom surrounded by Coronado Belles circa 1957, — the 50’s were the Golden Years.”

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James P. Eadie, II (11) passed away on Wednesday July 17, 2013 in Hudson, MA after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Ted Parker (19) recently made a trip to the French invasion beaches during the anniversary of the landings in 1944 and provided the following report. Those Were The Days

n In case you are thinking about making such a trip yourself, here are some impressions from my tour.

The Normandy visit was quite moving. The beach area, like the rest of the world, is being populated with beach homes in some of the areas where intense fighting took place, but care has been taken to preserve many sites where the nature and extent of General Rommel’s defenses can be examined. I had been told that we would be “treading on hallowed ground”, and I feel that we did. The beach at low tide is as wide as ever. The cemetery behind Omaha Beach is somber and magnificent. Imagining the traverse of that beach under very intense fire brought tears of pride to my eyes for the bravery of the troops and the leaders, who figured out what had to be done to win at Omaha Beach that was not in the plan. We were also touched by the dedication shown by the local French people in marking the anniversary with ceremonies. Even though this was not a “major” anniversary year, we saw several observances, and were in the crowd for the most elaborate one on Omaha Beach. It, like the other observances, was conducted by French civilians with no participation by government reps from either the US or France. I had no idea that so many French have somehow acquired and maintain dozens of US Army jeeps and small trucks which are driven around the area, painted as they were in 1944, by men in WWII US Army uniforms, many of whom have barely any English language capability, but who wish to demonstrate their admiration for what our forces accomplished. I’d say that Normandy is to Paris as Texas is to Washington DC! We saw no mention of the anniversary in Paris. If you go to Normandy, try to visit the Visitor Center at the cemetery for the overview of the Operation Overlord planning, the Musee du Debarquement at Arromanches for the explanation of how the Mulberry Harbors and other ingenious arrangements made the logistics feasible, and the Museum in the city of Caen for the best information as to the Free French, the Vichy French, the French Resistance and much more. n

The American cemetery at Normandy is located above Omaha Beach and includes an overlook site for the beach (below).

Pete Eller (7) sent in a note that in June he and Dee had lunch with Dan and Rita Butterfield at the Poseidon Restaurant [near San Diego]. The Butterfields were on a trip to visit relatives in Kansas and California. According to Dan, their plan is to relocate from Virginia and to acquire two homes, one in Kansas and one in Escondido, CA. That will enable them to alternate time spent between the two homes and be near relatives in both locations.

Dan (left), Rita, Pete, Dee

Angelo Cicolani (11) reports: n I attended the Awards ceremony in Alumni Hall May 23rd where I met Merrill Collier II who was born after his father went down with Thresher. It was a wonderful meeting, he was very gracious, gave me a big hug and told me to let go of any guilt feelings I might have since it was God’s plan for me not to leave this planet on 13 April 1963. Merrill was there to hand over the award to the winner of the Merrill Collier leadership award. That brings me to how that Award Ceremony has evolved. First, it was an efficient ceremony that took no more than an hour. Lots of awards handed out with a well developed brochure detailing everyone that got an award. I was amazed by the number of awards to high-tech scholastic winners that were mechanical wind-up Chelsea nautical clocks and barometers...nothing digital there. Lots of swords were handed out as awards. However, indicative of the new high-tech world that characterizes the current academics, and not incidentally navigation, not a single sextant was

handed out (I, for one thought that a sextant and a personalized copy of HO 214 would have been a nice touch since some of those navigation excellence awards came from 19th century USNA classes.). Here are two things that appalled me at this ceremony. First, the overwhelming majority of attendees at this award ceremony were in Saturday-morningmow-the-grass clothes; T-shirts, levis, and so on. The whole first class attended in whites and they looked great. The folks on the dais handing out the awards were in coat and tie. Just a few of us in the audience were in coat and tie. Second, some of the awards were embarrassingly “small”. Quite a few were checks for $150-$250 while one award that received a great roar from the audience was a check for $2013. My old Hi-School from a very small town in Massachusetts hands out more significant $$$ awards than that. Fortunately all awards, however large or small, were announced and presented with appropriate and equal dignity. I think that our Academy officials handled this whole Awards Ceremony with great efficiency and solemnity; I think that it was the audience’s attire that disappointed me...but, then we are a very old bunch with the standards of a different era. n Thirteenth Company Reports (Conclusion) Alfred S. McLaren (alfredsmclaren@aol.com) reports he lives, with wife Avery Russell, in Nederland, Colorado, on 12 acres at 8,000 feet in the Colorado Rocky Mountains above the city of Boulder. They have also kept a home (built in 1738) in Old Town Alexandria,Virginia where they plan to return in the future. For hobbies he lists Yoga, swimming, reading, writing (finishing up his second book, “Tales of the Cold War”), enjoying classical music, ancestry research, fishing, nature photography and deep-diving submersible piloting. Also, public speaking about his many undersea exploration activities. For vacations he lectures on cruise ships each year for Lindblad/National Geographic and the American Museum of Natural History. Most frequent voyages have been to the Arctic (six times to the North Pole via Russian nuclear icebreaker), Antarctic, British Isles, coast of Norway, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea. During summer 2013 he was the “Global Perspectives Speaker” on a 17 day Lindblad/National Geographic “Arctic Quest” expedition voyage to September-October 2013

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55•56 CLASS NEWS Greenland, Baffin Island, and the Canadian High Arctic. Fred stays in contact with classmate Denny Sullivan and plans to attend the 60th Reunion in San Diego. He is in good health and stays active in areas related to exploration. He is President of the 77-year-old American Polar Society, President Emeritus and Honorary Director of the 109-year-old Explorers Club, and a Director of Sub Aviator Systems LLC and Senior Pilot of their deep-diving Super Aviator submersible. Also, he is active in Rotary International and the Navy League, and gives frequent talks throughout the U.S. and Europe. George W. Mead (gwmead@ yahoo.com) reports he lives on Oahu, Hawaii on the slopes of Punchbowl, the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. That, after over 30 years in Hawaii, is his penultimate move; the last one you can guess. He is not sure that it is a hobby, more a vocation, but he has been a volunteer tour guide on the USS Missouri BB63 now homeported at Pearl Harbor overlooking the Arizona Memorial. The two ships represent the beginning and end of the United States’ involvement in WWII. His youngster cruise was two months on the Mighty Mo so he was drawn back to that ship to relive and remember those “happy days” in the summer of 1952 sailing the ocean blue. His activities also include reading and exercise. George and wife Karen enjoy travel. Their last venture was a tour of the Canadian Rockies by train and auto after visiting friends in Seattle and island hopping in the San Juan islands. Carl B. Peterson (cbpeterson01@ gmail.com) reports he lives near Houston, Texas since 1962. He and wife Trudi are in good health and enjoying retirement. For hobbies he water skis competitively and plays a little golf. They live on a small private airport from which he flies his Cessna 172. Carl says when you are retired you are always on vacation, but he lists going to the Beach House and taking cruises. They belong to the Recreational RV Alumni Chapter, and take several RV trips each year to various parts of the country. He stays in contact with classmates Bill McCarron, Peet Odgers, and Kent Drummond, who also lives near Houston. He plans to attend the 60th Reunion in San Diego. Carl further notes he took his commission in the Air Force, was sent down to the Johnson Space

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Center in 1962, and joined NASA as a civilian in 1965. After taking early retirement in 1979, he worked for TRW until 1997. Being a USNA graduate has opened many doors for him. Dennis J. Sullivan, Jr. (DSull55@ aol.com) reports he lives in Alexandria, Virginia and has been there for many years. He is active in the IEEE(life member) and American Nuclear Society in their education and outreach programs. Active also in the USNA Alumni Association and all Class social and governance affairs. His hobbies include much reading, attending theater, music events and any opera he can get to. And he is a regular at Navy football games and some other athletic events. Denny doesn’t travel too much any more, so vacations include stays at Chesapeake Bay beaches and visits to historic sites in the East—especially battle fields. He is in general good health but limited by several metal joints (he says when he goes through airport security TSA uses him as a training aid). He keeps in touch with most local classmates as well as Fred McLaren and Bruce Newell. He is not sure about attending the 60th Reunion in San Diego. He notes he has several grandchildren locally and keeps up with their athletic and extracurricular activities as best he can.

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Sam, Ken O’Dwyer, Jerry and Carol FULK, Jay and Dale RANSOM, Don and Sandra ALSER, Dave and Kay MINTON, Mike McBRIDE and Jan RICH, Carl and Dolores NELSON, Jim and Martha THOMAS, Bill and Edie WALSH, and Bob and Judy QUINN. A good time was had by all! Ron and JoAnn Beagle (16) Visit: John Lally (13) reports from Sacramento that when he recently visited Ron and JoAnn Beagle and that he was very fortunate to be introduced to their grandson Tyler Syring. Tyler and his mother were visiting Ron and JoAnn. Tyler is nine years old and is in the fourth grade. Tyler’s parents are Vice Admiral Jim Syring ’85 and Ronda Beagle Syring ’84. John snapped the accompanying picture of Ron and Tyler when they took a break from the math school work that Ron was assisting Tyler with. Tyler told John that he was having difficulty with the math problems that he had been given to complete over the summer. He went on to relate how fortunate he was to have his grandfather Ron assist him with his calculus, quadratic equations, and his quantum theory. Apparently, no football activity until the math was done!

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“Deo Fidelis et Patria Beer Can Cruise 2013: The 2013 edition of the annual 56-West Beercan Races Cruise was held on Wednesday July 17th aboard Bob Shinn’s MV ANDANTE. Captain Bob maneuvered us around San Diego Bay, with the sailing races a mere side-show to the onboard festivities – comestibles (actual food consumed is classified) and libations brought by 56ers and wives, and — most importantly — classmate conviviality. The sea duty was followed by overeating at the San Diego Yacht Club. Great evening! Present and accounted for: Bob SHINN and son Clay, Willie and Jennifer AUER, Tom and Lois BENSON, Don and Patsy SCOVEL, Dick SHIGLEY and grandson

Grandpa with math student

18th Company Roommates Unite: After some 58 years, former roommates Charles DiBona and Gunnar Jenson got together with their wives at Charlie and Evelyn’s estate in Great Falls,VA. Charlie has a beautiful 35 acre expanse of land and has a rather large tractor to keep his grass cut. Charlie became a Rhodes Scholar and is now the retired formerPresident of the American Petroleum Institute. After a year aboard a destroyer, Charlie became a submariner. He took Gunnar, a former Naval Aviator, and his wife, Sharon for a tour of the new Air and Space Museum at Dulles International. As Midshipmen, we all remember the joy and excitement of learning to fly off and on the Severn River in the open cockpit N3N Seaplane, nicknamed the “Yellow Peril.” One is pictured here hanging from the museum ceiling. Although the photo

isn’t that clear, the airplane is painted bright yellow. For most midshipmen, it was their first experience (and possibly the only time) at flying an airplane (with an instructor in the back seat watching cautiously).

Charlie and Gunnar in the Air & Space Museum

N3N Yellow Peril

Joe “Duke” Edwards (14) died July 20, 2013: Duke was 88 and died suddenly of an apparent heart attack after doing some yard work. He proudly served in the U.S Navy from 1956 until his retirement in 1978. He also earned a master’s degree and worked as a CPA until his second retirement in 2012. He was an active member of Bon Air Christian Church, serving in many capacities. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Dorothy; two sons, and four grandchildren.. He will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery at a future date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Douglass John Ohmen (15): Doug died at age 78 after a long illness of posterior cortical atrophy, a variant form of Alzheimer’s in Halifax, Nova Scotia on 14 June 2013. Doug served on destroyers before attending submarine and nuclear power schools. He spent much of his career in nuclear subs, e.g., engineer on USS John Adams and executive officer on Sargo and on the Nathanael Greene. Upon retiring from the Navy he earned an MBA after which he joined Pacific Gas and Electric where he remained as a nuclear engineer until retiring at age 65. Doug was married for many years to Audrey Frances Hollebone. She died in

2002 of Parkinson’s disease under the loving care of Doug. In 2005 he met Joan Alison Pugsley, a widow, and they married in 2007. A full obituary will be included in the Last Call Section of a future Shipmate issue. Blanche Adele Horne, wife of Rodger Horne (17): Died on June 22, 2013 suddenly of a pulmonary embolism after years of enduring Alzheimer’s disease. Blanche was in the arms of Roger on the day of their 56th wedding anniversary when she passed away. Born in Tallahassee, FL she grew up in Key West, Fla., a place she loved dearly with so many fun and happy memories with family and friends. She graduated from Florida State University (Phi Mu) in 1957 with a bachelor’s degree in education. It was about that time she met the love of her life, Roger Bigelow Hone, Jr., a young officer who just graduated from the Naval Academy. Soon they married and moved to California where Roger had started his long Navy career. Blanche taught elementary school at various places her husband toured including Bremerton and Mare Island, Calif. for many years. She loved teaching and being with children. While her husband was the commanding officer of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard between 1981 and 1984, Blanche volunteered and hosted activities like the Arms Forces Pageant, and other military and local community events. After Rodger was promoted to Admiral they were transferred to the East Coast where they lived in Crystal City and Fairfax,Va. Blanche became an accredited interior designer and practiced as Adele’s Interior Design. After Roger retired from the Navy in 1991, they returned to the Bremerton area to build their dream home in Seabeck. She was an active participant of the Bremerton Symphony, Garden Club, Navy League, Naval Museum, various local charity fundraisers, theater, and environmental causes such as the Hood Canal. Blanche is survived by her loving husband, Roger B. Horne, two daughters and five grandchildren. Danny J. Michaels, USN, (Ret), 80: A 30-year Naval Officer, Fighter Pilot departed the pattern on 2 July, 2013. He passed away at his home surrounded by his family. He met his wife of 52 years, Effie, while visiting his grandparents in Greece on a port call from the carrier USS Franklin D. Roosevelt (CVA-42). During his 30 year Navy career, Danny Michaels attained over 5,000 flight hours and hundreds of carrier landings in various fighter aircraft, most in the F-4

Phantom, which he flew for nearly 20 years. He completed two combat deployments to Vietnam, served as Assistant Air Boss on USS Independence and was the Navy’s first F-4 pilot on exchange duty with the Air Force’s 4453rd Tactical Training Wing. He commanded the Sluggers of Fighter Squadron 103 and Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana from 1978-80. His staff tours included twice with the Bureau of Naval Personnel and as Chief of Staff, Cruiser Destroyer Group Eight. He attended Armed Forces Staff College and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He was a member of the Military Officers Association of America and the Association of Naval Aviation. He was a true leader, selflessly devoted to his family, the Navy, and the community. His gentle smile and encouraging demeanor inspired confidence in everyone he knew and met. A full obituary will be included in the Last Call Section of a future Shipmate issue Widows Corner Joan Schilling, Wife of Fred Schilling (24): Joan met Fred on a blind date at Penn State University where they both attended before Fred left to enter the Naval Academy. Joan was born in the small town of Avis, PA and Fred grew up in another small town called Drexel Hill near Philadelphia. Joan received her college degree in Home Economics from Penn State and became a high school teacher, but continued to date Fred all four years he was at the Academy. Joan had a musical talent playing the violin in the orchestra and clarinet in the marching band in high school. Fred’s initial shipboard assignment was on an aircraft carrier but he always had his sights set on being a submariner and soon was able to attend Sub School to become one. He served on many submarines and became the skipper of three before contracting mesothelioma from too much exposure to asbestos fibers when assigned to submarine construction supervision at Newport News,VA. Being a Navy wife is always a challenge with husbands away at sea so often, but Joan had especially enjoyable experiences on assignments in Hawaii, Mare Island, CA and London, England. Finally Fred and Joan decided to settle down and bought a very wonderful home on a spacious lot in Virginia Beach,VA where they had planned to retire. In addition to her musical talent, Joan loves to cook and was especially gracious when Fred wanted to entertain friends or students that he was teaching in the September-October 2013

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56•57 CLASS NEWS military.Their home could accommodate lots of folks who all had a good time. Joan enjoys life at home with her dog but has a son and a daughter living nearby for local transportation. She communicates frequently with two sisters and a brother in Pennsylvania, visiting them occasionally. Carolyn Maio, Wife of David Maio (1): Carolyn and David both hail from the same home town of Trinidad, Colorado. They went to separate high schools but somehow got to meet in the main town drug store. Carolyn was a senior attending the University of Northern Colorado majoring in education and Dave was a second classman at the Academy. The relationship flourished leading to marriage the day after Dave’s graduation. Dave served over 24 years in the Air Force starting in flight training but soon changed to the R&D field and managing Air Force technical programs, getting a PhD in physics along the way. Carolyn taught elementary school for 19 years despite all the moves. Following Dave’s Air Force retirement in 1980 they moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico where Dave had a research position with New Mexico State University. After retiring 14 years later they moved to Lakeside, Arizona, a town in the sparsely populated forest area of northern Arizona, as they both loved being close to nature. Dave devoted many hours to carving out trails in the woods for hikers to enjoy nature while Carolyn enjoyed hiking and the outdoors. After Dave’s passing in 2006 Carolyn moved to Tempe, AZ, a suburb of Phoenix, in a retirement village. She is super active. She swims every morning from 4-5 AM to get her day off to a good start, does Yoga, and also tries to walk 4-5 miles every day. She volunteers 3 days a week at the St Vincent DePaul Society which distributes food stuffs to the needy, teaches English as a second language one night a week, and helps at the village health care center, a nursing home type setup All the above activities, besides being fulfilling in reaching out to others, also provide Carolyn relief and a distraction from still feeling the deep loss and loneliness of Dave’s passing seven years ago. The village is a haven for retired Arizona State University professors which, she says, add a nice dimension to everyday life together with their classes and lectures in the community center. There are two children: Stephen, a Program Manager with Glaxo Smith Cline pharmaceuticals, lives outside Philadelphia and has 6 children. Keith, the President and CEO of National

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Bank of Arizona, lives close by in Tempe with three children. Carolyn still enjoys Shipmate and keeping up with classmates, wives, and widows.

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John Dennis Sipes (17) died on 18 July in Dallas, TX. Jack is survived by his wife of 45 years, Andrea, and his brother Bill. Colonel Ernest Franklin Baulch, USMC (Ret.) (4) passed away on 26 July as the result of several acute medical complications as well as long-standing problems with Alzheimer’s. Frank had lived in Annapolis since retiring in 1987, becoming an avid Navy basketball fan and faithful member of the local Class golf squad. Well, it’s now official! The rumored FIFTY-SEVEN 57th reunion is officially off the ground and fully airborne with the publication and distribution of the July edition of “Now Hear This - 1.” The handsome flyer was authored by Chairman Dick Madouse, professionally assembled by Phil Pappacio and Bart Campbell and distributed on Jack O’Donnell’s magic wire. Unfortunately, if you’re not routinely “up” on Jack’s circuit you missed receiving this item and should get to your Company Coordinator straightway for a copy. In it you’ll find an overview of the 2014 reunion schedule, day-by-day, from Monday, 13 October through the banquet on Thursday, 16 October - all taking place on board the jewel of the Pacific, Coronado Island, CA. Each subsequent reunion flyer will feature detailed information on at least one of the scheduled attractions and “Now Hear This - 1” covers the Coronado Golf Course where play is planned on the first full day - Tuesday, 14 October. Like pretty nearly everything else in Coronado the course is idyllic, and after you’ve seen the photos you may want to join the gang for a fast round just to see the sights. Anyway, the plan for the 57th is in place so block out the week on your calendar and plan to join all your oldest friends. It’ll be here before you know it.

George Bouvet advises that he now has two new e-books (#2 and #3) positioned and available at Amazon.com. The new offerings are titled: Traveling in the Holy Land with George and Toni and Traveling to the Carnival in Rio with George and Toni. Both of these new titles are available for just $5 each and offer “valuable tips to save money and get the most out of your travel time.” George also suggests that the two books offer a great way to visit these destinations even if you can’t spare the time to actually make the trip. Meanwhile Bob Rositzke and Pete Junghans took a breather in a local watering-hole with a (by now) famous visitor from the Big Island. Here’s Bob’s report: n Peter Junghans delivered “Virtual Fritz” to me so I could be sure that he would be with us in Valley Forge at the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines Association Reunion Memorial Service. I attended as an honorary member to gather information about a forthcoming book we are publishing entitled One Magnificent Bastard, a biography of Brigadier General Bill Weise, USMC (Ret.). n

(l. to r.) Bob, VF and Pete

Meanwhile on the real, official Big Island, there was the man himself, greeting visiting Fightin FOURTH members Jim Beatty and Harry Gimber, complete with plumeria leis. The man is just everywhere.

(l. to r.) Jim, Fritz and Harry

And while we’re on the subject of the Fightin FOURTH and some of its most famous members comes the following

reminiscence passed along by Dale Hollabaugh: n One of my most meaningful experiences as a Mid came after the selection of 1957 Spring Set stripers when I was fortunate enough to be selected as a three-striper, and Company Commander of Sixth Co. Our Company Officer, Commander Samuel L. Fiske, USN (Ret.) ’46, decided that the best company staff drill training would come from then Captain George S. Patton, Jr.,USA, USMA ’46, who was an exchange officer serving as the Fourth Company Officer. At the appointed hour, we reported to Captain Patton for our first session, and since it was the dead of the Maryland winter, he directed us to the “command practice area” - the entire 3rd deck of the First Wing of Mother B. He positioned us at the farthest points on that deck (we couldn’t see the other participants) and ordered us to render certain commands, providing ample demonstration with his own considerable command voice. I’m not sure how many sessions we had, but before any of us could “graduate,” we had developed a command voice that we (and he) could be proud of. The time spent with this superior officer served me well throughout my entire career in the service (and beyond), and there wasn’t a formation that I held that I didn’t think of and be thankful to Captain Patton, his command skills, and those that he imparted to many of us. n Unused back a couple months ago are a few more of the splendid shots captured by the talented hand of HelenAnn Phillips (Bob’s bride) at the Class Christmas party. Grinding through these unremitting 90degree summer days seems the perfect time to show a few more to showcase the lady’s talent...and cool down.

(l. to r.) Don and Linda Regenhardt, George Philipps

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After retirement from the Marine Corps in 1983 Jack worked as a business development representative for several aviation companies before joining MCAA where he served as its Executive Director from 1993 until his final retirement in 2005. His contributions to MCAA were summarized by General John R. Dailey, USMC (Ret.) as follows: (l. to r.) Nancy and Bob Crouch, Betty and Bill Peerenboom

(l. to r.) Dave (behind) and Mimi Cooper, Sam and Sandy Underhill

n He turned us into the world’s premier Military Aviation Association with structure and most importantly, financial stability. He didn’t do it alone because he engaged some very capable people to assist him, but he was always running the show. When I think of where we were when he took over compared to where we are today I have difficulty identifying a tribute that is equal to the significance of his accomplishments. We all know Monk - whether it’s a nacho eating contest or the early morning launch he will be giving it his all. Thanks, Monk, and congratulations on living a life that really counted. n Well done, young fellow, from all of us too. Congratulations.

(l. to r.) Caption: (l. to r.) Barbara and OC Baker, Muff Philipps

One of the coolest things to come our way all summer occurred when someone put us on to the most recent edition of the Marine Corps Aviation Association’s (MCAA) Journal, issued to commemorate the association’s 42nd annual Reunion & Symposium which was celebrated in Reno, NV in mid-May. What made this issue a real keeper was that it led off with a very slick four-page article detailing the service to the association of the gentleman selected as the reunion’s Honorary Chairman; none other than our own Colonel Jack Pendleton “Monk” Monroe, Jr., USMC (Ret.). Replete with a gang of splendid photos of Jack with family and associates at all stages of his illustrious service, the article chronicled his entire career, listing among other things a full roster of the 25 to 30 fixed and rotary wing aircraft he flew, most before he ever made Captain.

Colonel Monk

Last but by no means least is a short note from Jim Poole forwarding a classic photo from the Classic: n Enclosed is a photo of Paul Basse and me taken by Sharon Basse at the 2013 National Retired Military Golf Classic in Myrtle Beach, SC, May 28-30. We didn’t win anything but had a great time.

(l. to r.) Classics Paul and Jim

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57•59 CLASS NEWS Well troops, that’s the regulation load for this time around the track - to mix a few metaphors.Your faithful scribe would sure appreciate your earnest attention to his usual call for the contribution of news from your summer activities, as it becomes more and more difficult to make this stuff up and maintain a straight face. Let us hear from you. Carpe diem. — FNH

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PRES: Lt Col Gordon M. Gerson, USAF (Ret.) E: gordon.gerson@1958.usna.com CORR SEC’Y: CDR George J. Jenkins, USN (Ret.) 713 S. Overlook Dr., Alexandria,VA 22305 P: 703-683-4357; E: georgejj@aol.com WEBSITE: www.usna.com/Classes/1958/ WEBMASTER: CAPT Fred Victor, USN (Ret.) E: avictor@erols.com

’58: The Navy team, listed left to right, was: John Walls ‘86, Steve Matts ‘80, Ed Bouton ‘71, Wayne Henry ‘67, Roger Saylor ‘71, Ken Smith ‘66, Wes May ‘58, Chuck Adams ‘63, Tom Leiser ‘’67, Marty Carpenter ‘70, Eric Benson ‘71, and Ben Griffith ‘87. Jeff Edgar ‘81 played but had to leave before the picture was taken; he didn’t even get any beer!”

Frequent contributor and our voice from the West, Poj Walters, sends the following: n “On 19 June, 2013, the Northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and assorted Northern California members of the Class of 1958 met for lunch under the clear, cool, blue skies of Reno at the Tamarack Lodge. John Potter flew his private aircraft with Phil McNall from the upper Bay area to South Lake Tahoe, where they jumped into the car with Ken and Kurtz for the ride down to Reno. Marty and Roy drove in from their respective Lake Tahoe chalets, Thom Reeves came in from Fallon, Nevada, while Pete Erickson (and Sharron) from Pollock Pines, California stayed overnight with Poj and Vibeke) in Reno. The usual collection of great reminiscences of USNA, assorted minor crimes that escaped detection, and hair-raising career tales made for an enjoyable event. Next year, back to Lake Tahoe!” n

’58: L-to-R: Kneeling, Marty Donahue. Standing, Poj Walters, Roy Clason, Thom Reeves, Phil McNall, Pete Erickson, John Potter, Ken McNutt, and Kurtz Gilligan.

Wes May sends in: n “Every year, the Army, Navy and Air Force Alumni Associations in the North Carolina Triangle hold a golf competition consisting of Spring and Fall tournaments. The 2013 competition kicked off with the Spring tournament on May 18 at Devil’s Ridge Golf Club in a suburb of Raleigh. The 13-player Navy team won 3 points…not too far behind the leading Army team, the perennial winner, with 4.5 points. n CLASS OF 1958s JUNIOR ALL-STARS RADM James Francis (“Frank”) Caldwell, now serving as COMSUBPAC,

’58: Myrtle Beach Golf Tournament attendees

has been nominated to serve as Inspector General of the Navy with promotion to the rank of Vice Admiral (3-star). RADM Mike Manazir has been promoted to the rank of RADM (2-star) and will serve as Director, Air Warfare Division (N98) in the Office of the CNO. Bruce Wilcox Welcomes Dr. Ed Barrett

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The DC Chapter held its monthly meeting on 27 July at The Army-Navy CC in Arlington VA. Our guest speaker was Dr. Ed Barrett, the Director of Research at the USNA Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership. The center is financially supported in part by our Class. Ed’s presentation focused on the impact of new and emerging technologies on the waging of a “just war.” Questions and opinions abounded among our classmates and we were treated to one of the longest and most interesting presentations in this luncheon series. Attending were: Jack Adams, Dan Bellay, Bill Daugherty, Frank Gamboa, Clivie Goodwin, Jess Hernandez, George Jenkins, Taylor Keith, Bill Meisel, George Ojalheto, Paul Polski, Tom Powell, Buff Walter, and Bruce Wilcox Jim McNulla reports on the annual Myrtle Beach Golf Tournament earlier this year: n “No snow, no real cold weather, some rain, but Golf, Food and Stories (even the one told over and over) were great. We missed our expected 20 golfers due to health problem just before the date but we were able to adjust and had some interesting matches. 58ers in the picture are from left to right bottom row up: Jack Adams (4), Ted Smedberg (19), Tommy Gibbons (19), Bruce Wilcox (12), Jim McNulla (1), Dick Brinegar (8), Bob Mason (9), Mike Chapple (5), Norm Elliott (23), Ed Kessler (15), Lee Polhill (19), Roger Chafee (12), Bill Pendley (3), John Nagel (9), Greg Streeter (1), Dick Sorenson (5), Pete Westphal (1), Mike Salmon (8), Taylor Keith (19). n It seems the 19th Company (4) wins the attendance award. Again this year we are asking any 58er who wants to enjoy a week of golf, food and fun please send an Email to Jim McNulla at mcnulla58@yahoo.com. Death Notice: We are saddened to report the recent loss of William “Bill” Hendrix (21). Available details may be found on the ’58 website; an obituary is under preparation and will appear in the Last Call column of Shipmate in this or subsequent issues.

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PRES: VADM Francis R. Donovan, USN (Ret.) CHAIRMAN EXEC. COMMITTEE: Gerald G. Garbacz E: gggarbacz@aol.com SEC’Y: CAPT Charles C. Pease, USN (Ret.) 3604 Oval Drive, Alexandria,VA 22305-1148 P: 703-549-4285; E: classsec1959@gmail.com WEBSITE: http://www.1959.usnaclasses.com WEBMASTER: Dave Sullivan E: dsulliva9@cox.net

Note: The direct address to the Class website is 1959.usnaclasses.com. Use of Facebook, LinkedIn, or other new social media As your Class Secretary, I have decided to forswear use of Facebook, LinkedIn, texting, or any other new social media. By using classsec1959@gmail.com you increase the probability that I will receive your message. I check that email account first thing every day unless I am on travel. Reporting Illness or Death of a Classmate or His Spouse If you become aware of a death or serious illness of a Classmate or his spouse, please send your email directly to both Dave Sullivan and to me, and to your Company Representative. Dave has DIRLAUTH from me to broadcast these messages without waiting for my OK. We have implemented this policy to increase the probability that all Classmates receive timely notice. If you do not have a current Email address for your Company Representative, please send us a message so we can keep you in contact. Obituaries for classmates are submitted to the Shipmate Obituary Editor for publishing in the Last Call Column in Shipmate. The Last Call Column in Shipmate is reserved for Alumni. I intend to use the Class Column to include obituaries of spouses. Send spouse obituaries to me at classsec1959@gmail.com. Change of Email Address for Class Correspondence If you have not provided your current Email address to Dave Sullivan, please send your address to him at: dsulliva9@ cox.net 55th Reunion Planning David Sullivan reports:

Have you responded???? Do you know a non-graduate classmate who might enjoy the 55th??? Once In A Lifetime Joe Flynn (6) filed this account of a very special good time. n As most of you know, Lois lost the sight of her right eye years ago due to a botched operation on a macular hole. She had a similar problem with her left eye a few years later and fortunately, the operation on the left eye corrected the problem, but left her with poor sight in the eye. During April, Lois and I went to Italy as part of a Parish-sponsored trip, and visited Rome. On Wednesday, 17April we were part of the weekly audience/blessing by the Pope in St Peter’s Square. Reports said that around 300,000 were in the Square that day for the blessing. Because of her poor sight and bad knees, Lois was using her walker because of all the walking we were doing on the Tour. Luck was with us that day and the Guards took us out of the mass of people entering the Square and put us up front _ the first row, right in from of the Pope’s Ceremonial Platform. At the completion of the ceremonies, the Guards rushed us off with all the other handicapped in wheel chairs and walkers - lining all up along the building to the right of the Ceremonial Platform. Pope Francis then came over to that area, got off the Popemobile, and went down the line of handicapped, bestowing his blessing on each. When Pope Francis arrived in front of Lois, she asked him to bless her eyes which he did (see photo). In her normal outgoing fashion, Lois gave the Pope one of the Pewter Angels Coins that she occasionally gives to friends and those in need. The Pope blessed the Angel and handed it back to Lois. She said, “no Papa, it’s for you!”. The Pope said “For me??” He was taken back that she would give it to him (see photo). The Pope kept it!!! A tremendous experience for Lois — a thrill of a lifetime!!! Semper Fi, Joe n

n As of July 19th some of the Company Reps really “got crackin” with our email and have duly responded by chasing down their company mates. I am getting a lot of updated addresses and some surveys. n As of 19 July Dave reports 372 persons have indicated they will attend, and 59 classmates have declined.

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A Gift for Francis!

Binnacle List: Richard Earle Robinson Robby Robinson (20) just keeps on trucking in spite of a lifestyle that includes many visits to different doctors who specialize in cancer, dermatology, cardiac, and vision. In spite of his medical issues, Robby has a full social schedule including plans to attend the Navy football games this fall. And, he manages to attend the Washington Area Class Lunches. We hope that more of you who live near DC would join Robby and other classmates for our luncheons this year. Binnacle List: John Ekstrom (9) John Ekstrom is retiring as 9th Company Representative due to poor health. Larry Permenter is assuming the duties of 9th Company Representative. Thank you John and Larry. In Remembrance: Judy Geiger (2) Dick Zscheile (2) reports: n During our recent trip, we stopped by the small N. California town of Laytonville where Bernie and Judy Geiger used to live. Bernie was in our class, 2nd Company, and died of cancer in March 2001. He was Company Commander and went Navy Line after graduation, leaving the Navy after his obligated time. I learned his widow, Judy, died of lung cancer in September 2012. Their married daughter continues the thriving grocery and hardware business in the town. n We thank Dick for this report and encourage all Classmates and Spouses to pass us updates on Class of 1959 widows. In Remembrance: Robert Francis Lester (10) Bob Lester was our 10th company classmate. We lost track of him over the years. None of us knew his whereabouts. He was located using a new discovery of old source data, new techniques available because of the internet, and the superb efforts of Dick Zscheile (2). The following is the report sent to me by Dick Zscheile. n In responding to your Shipmate article of March/April 2013, I have investigated the reported death of Robert Lester,

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Class of 1959. This is because I live near his small town of Castroville, CA. The enclosed document relates my findings. I hope this helps you fill in the missing story of him. Robert lived at 10481 Pomber Street, Castroville, California. This is a very small agricultural town between Monterey and Santa Cruz with a population of 6,500. It is mainly Hispanic and calls itself “The Artichoke Capitol of the World” – indeed most of the artichokes in the U.S. are grown there. Robert’s house was a 2 bedroom, 1 bath house with 729 Square feet on 1/3 acre. Internet maps indicate a vacant corner lot at that address, which puzzles me; I have not yet gone there to see his exact address. There were no obituaries for Robert in the newspapers of the surrounding counties of Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz. However, please realize that in recent years in this area, obituaries have changed. No longer are even simple notices published (name, address, dates of birth and death). Any obituary involves a cost, which is very substantial for even a few inches of one column. Nor was there any mention of his name in the County Recorder’s Offices of those Counties. Also, no hospital in those areas had a record of his admittance that they would reveal to me. I contacted numerous mortuaries near Castroville but my efforts resulted in no information at all. However, I finally tracked him down as having died while in the Veteran’s Hospital in Palo Alto, CA, which is the nearest VA hospital to his home in Castroville. The County of Santa Clara’s Clerk/Recorder’s Office provided me with a copy of the (enclosed) Certificate of Death (Informant version). The office could not tell me what branch of the military service Robert was in. Nor would they tell me his SSN, which I found on the internet to be 149-28-5740. This is all according to the privacy rules now in effect in this state. The informant of the information provided on the death certificate was a brother who lived in Scotch Plains, N.J. Robert was appointed to USNA from New Jersey. My attempts to find an obituary in the newspaper for that town in New Jersey resulted in nothing, as that area’s local paper doesn’t seem to have any obituaries at all. (Date of death was 07/29/2008. The Certificate’s dates of birth and death coincide with those I found elsewhere, so I’m 99% sure this is the

same Robert Lester you were seeking details about. He was cremated; I presume his brother took his ashes back to New Jersey. If his brother is still alive, he could be contacted for more information if you need it. I did not contact him, nor did I contact the mortuary listed on the Death Certificate. n Postscript: Using information from Dick Zscheile and Timothy Woodbury at the Alumni Association, your editor was able to close by phone with Father John R. Lester, who confirmed that what Dick Zscheile had discovered was indeed correct, that Bob Lester’s ashes were in New Jersey, and he added the fact that Bob Lester had been visited at the Veterans Hospital by his exwife, prior to succumbing to lung cancer. In Appreciation for Dick Zscheile (2) Your editor is hereby establishing the “Captain Andrew Rowan Award” and presenting the First Rowan Award to Dick Zscheile for “Carrying the Message to Garcia”!!!! Rise and Shine! — Charlie

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PRES: John J. Michalski 2039 Homewood Rd., Annapolis, MD 20409 P: 410-757-6429; E: navygoat@comcast.net SEC’Y: Bill Lewis 14312 Cove Ridge Pl., Midlothian,VA 23112-4337 P: 804-744-8808; E: bilewis@comcast.net WEBSITE: http://www.usna60.com/

During the past month I learned of the passing of fellow 5th company classmate, Larry Sarno as well as 19th company shipmate Bill Olsen. Larry was a regular attendee to our reunions and his enthusiasm and humor will be missed. Larry’s daughter, Christine, sent the following: n “I did not write an obituary here in Florida. There’s no one he knows in the area, down here. My father died of a sudden heart attack while doing his favorite thing...swimming. It was a complete shock to everyone. I’m just so grateful that I was able to spend the last two years of his life with him. n Bill had been travelling between Connecticut and Florida different times of the year. His wife, Lynda, sent a note through Jim Worthington (19) that Bill had a massive stroke and died on the 25th. He was fine up until the stroke and had been busy and just slumped over... still conscious until the ambulance arrived. Apparently the damage was too great and

though he survived surgery, he never regained consciousness. From Butch Khoury (14): n “Bill, I saw in the shipmate that Wick (Justin Wickens (18)) is going to train for a marathon. Can you get me his email or else forward this to him? I feel a wild and crazy idea to try to qualify for the Boston next year and show the Bomber what we think of him. I want to train on Wick’s training schedule. Maybe I’ll be able to meet him there. I loved his cartoons but never got to meet him in 4 years. Butch n From Robyn Walters (20): n“Aloha, Bill. The May/June Shipmate arrived today (28 June); we are pretty far out on the mail circuit here on Maui. Sadly, I don’t have any classmate news to report. I wonder if I’m the only USNA grad on island. I’m happy to see from our class column that so many of us are still interested, interesting, healthy and active. I keep busy with my eight NOAA National Marine Sanctuary volunteer jobs, edit Emery’s novels, pump iron at the gym, and became certified as an Open Water Diver two days after my 76th birthday, Have to keep in shape for our 75th reunion. My thanks for the great work you continue to do as our class secretary. Here is a picture of me at the office. Robyn n

Robyn Walters

From Rod Friedmann (5): n “Bill, I hope that you and Linda had a good time reviewing various eating establishments whilst cavorting around the country side. Glad you’re back. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, classmates from Virginia Beach, Lake Gaston and Williamsburg gathered at a new watering hole for our Jul monthly luncheon. The restaurant is named “BRAISE” and the

Chef, Bobby Huber and part owner, is a rather well known and respected Hampton Roads chef. But Chef Huber was also a NAVY man and most importantly a SUBMARINER, serving aboard the USS ATLANTA. n Chef Huber set up a special menu for our Class of ’60 group at a good fixed price, which included a salad, four entrees and a to-die-for dessert, plus soft drinks. Fifteen classmates were able to attend: Ed Clexton (10), Jim Eilertsen (21), Tom Inderlied (21), Bob Powers (8), Mike McCullough (14), Ed McCaskill (8), Tom Wishart (22), Joel Febel (5), Bill Kee (9), Frank Kay (8), Bert Johnson (10), Bob Ianucci (16), Geo VanHouten (24), Torry Rogers (3) and Rod Friedmann (5).

Our biggest fund raiser this year, “OYSTER CRUSH”, will occur on Sunday, 22 September at The Yacht Club at Marina Shores off Great Neck Road in Virginia Beach. It will start at 1 PM and end at 6 PM. We will have all you can eat and drink with “The Deloreans” as live music for dancing. Some of you attended last year and I think you can attest it was a great fund raiser and a GREAT party. Please let me know if you want to attend and I will mail you your tickets. Remember—-the more we raise the more we can donate to local charities such as Honor Flight.You can find more info at www.oystercrush.com. If enough classmates come, I will reserve special tables just for our classmates. Hope to see you there. Bill n From Bob Osmon (17):

McCaskill, Friedmann and Chef Huber (Febel in the foreground)

Ed Clexton (10) generated some good post-luncheon discussions on “who were your Plebe Summer roomies.” Joel Febel (5) and I were the only ones in attendance who roomed together at that time. Next month’s luncheon/challenge will involve finding and showing off your original Reef Points. Rod From Bill Kee (9): n “Classmates: A few months ago, some of you may remember, I presented a check at one of our monthly luncheons, on behalf of Cape Henry Rotary to Jack Greenhalgh (9) for Honor Flight. Honor Flight is a very worthy effort, where monies raised, help to send WW II veterans to Washington DC to see their Memorial as well as other Memorials there. This year, I am happy to report; Cape Henry Rotary donated $1200 more to Honor Flight. I understand this will finance the costs for six Veterans to visit DC at no cost to them. Cape Henry Rotary also donated this year over $35,000 to other local needy charities. Our Rotary has no paid members and raises these monies through our volunteer efforts at fund raisers throughout the year.

n “Dear Classmates, In a recent morning Daily Press there was an article written by the President of Newport News Shipbuilding reminding us that 10 April was the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the USS Thresher, the world’s deadliest submarine disaster. At a moment like that it is good for all of us to reflect and remember that two of our classmates, Ron Babcock (13) and James Henry (4) gave their lives among the 129 man crew. It is a reminder how deadly life in the US Navy could be and how fortunate for those of us still around to be so blessed to be enjoying the good life at this time. Please, everyone say a prayer in Ron and Jim’s remembrance. God bless. Oz n From Pete Chabot (14): n “Oz, Each year at this time, I stop and reflect a bit. Ron Babcock (13) and I roomed together for part of 1/C year, also roomed together in New London during nuclear power school, and then we shared a house with Heuberger, Schmidt and Ressler in Saratoga Springs during prototype. I was best man for Ron’s marriage to Marty later in 1961. In 1965, I experienced the most significant casualty of my Navy time, a scram of both reactors aboard Triton during deployment and where we really did not want to surface. After we restored electrical power and propulsion (Hank Chiles (21) had taken the dive and hovered us while I assumed EOOW back aft), I went forward to the wardroom and filled a cup of coffee - and then realized it was April 10th, 2 yrs to the day that Thresher was lost.

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60•62 CLASS NEWS At our 50th reunion, leaving the Chapel after the memorial service, Marty Babcock (now remarried) stopped me at the Chapel door and introduced herself. I was flabbergasted! So Ron, Marty, and Thresher remain important factors in my life. BTW, Jim Henry (4) was also in that same nuclear power school class. Thanks, Oz, for reminding us all of Ronnie and Jim. On other subjects, things are fitting together for our landing in Williamsburg. After two days of sailing stuff in the Yard, I will be there about noon on Friday 3 May to inspect the house, stay that night w Jack and Muriel, join you and everyone for the LPGA gathering, and then fly back to FL late Saturday afternoon. Jan, cat and I arrive to close on the house May 9th and HHG arrive next day. The move will then be complete, or so we intend! We are all truly blessed! Pete n

[E.C.] (10) accepted the award for the Class and turned it over to Mike McCullough (14) for safekeeping and display at Fellini’s. It is awarded to the Class with the most participating members. We have won the award numerous times and once it was highjacked and held hostage for ransom by the Class of ’81. n

Antiques! Powers, Clexton, McCaskill, VanHouten and Chabot

From Rod Friedmann (5): n “Bill, our Annual Antique Car Show and Luncheon was held at Fellini’s Restaurant in Norfolk on Tues. Jun 11th. Al Whitaker (16) offered to buy any AleWerks brew purchased by classmates at the luncheon. Mike McCullough (14) and his Fellini’s Restaurant group always provides a festive luncheon/car show venue. Paul Cooper (5) volunteered to count noses and “herd-the-cats” in my absence. The antique car rules, previously stated and agreed to by the group, clearly stated that “cars must be driven to and present in Fellini’s parking lot to be eligible to win.” Rod n Paul Cooper’s Report follows: n On Tue, 11 Jun, 18 classmates got together for lunch and the annual Antique Car Show. It was hosted by Mike McCullough (14) at Fellini’s Restaurant, with Al Whitaker (16) picking up the tab for all the AleWerks beer ordered by classmates. Unfortunately, either because of weather or other unknown reasons, no antique cars showed up. However, once again someone [initials E.C.] tried to surreptitiously sneak in an entry with a picture; this time accompanied with a small toy replica. n Also from Rod Friedmann (5): n “The semi-annual Hampton Roads Alumni Spring Golf Tournament was held at the Sewell’s Point Golf Course in Norfolk. Super Sixty golfers won the prestigious “Fragile Award”, edging out the Class of ’61 again. Ed Clexton

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sons, Ron, Jr VMI ’85 and Tom,VMI ’88, both were submariners as well.VADM Lando Zech, former Chief of Naval Personnel believed it to be the only family of five sons, all serving as officers in the boats. Our daughter, Carolyn, Marymount ’90, was born too soon to be a submariner. I recently concluded a couple of years working with Global Volunteers in setting up a pilot program to improve the nutrition of infants and the unborn to eliminate consequent irreversible cognitive damage. The project is centered in St Lucia and Global Volunteers hopes to demonstrate straight forward ways to improve the overall IQs of kids in regions where nutrition is inadequate. Currently I am engaged in a project in the Archdiocese of St Paul to help the elderly with in-home services, leveraging the existing parish network. The hope is that aging folks can stay in their homes, which the vast majority would prefer if services are available, thus avoiding the cost of more brick and mortar senior housing as much as possible. Diane and I find that our large family, with our 26 grandchildren, keeps us stimulated, joy-filled and on occasion, exhausted. n

The winners with their trophy Townsend, VonKolnitz, McCullough, Eilertsen, ?

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PRES: RADM Jerome F. Smith Jr., USN (Ret.) CORR SEC’Y: CAPT Bob Denis, USN (Ret.) 3124 Windy Branch Dr.,Toano,VA 23168 P: 757-250-3115 E: bob.denis@1961.usna.com or rdenis@cox.net WEBMASTER: Howard Winfree E: winfree@1961.usna.com WEBSITE: www.USNA61.org

Greetings, classmates. By the time this issue is received in your mailbox, we’ll be in the throes of the 2013 football season and should have a good idea just how we’re going to do in the annual battle for the Commander in Chief ’s trophy. But at present, we’ll relate the tales offered by several of our classmates as we find out what they’ve been doing. So, it’s on to: People Stuff: Ron Reimann (2) who we haven’t heard from recently has this to report: n Here are some photos of three of my sons—all MN residents, USNA grads and former submarine officers—Tim ’87, John Mark, ’92 and Matt, ’94. (C.S. Note: Column limits only allowed us to use one photo for the magazine). My two other

Tim Reimann, Class of 1987

In the “It’s a Small World After All” Department, Jon Komarek (19) has the following: n My wife Cindy and I took a short 9 month trip around the world starting last fall, with stops in Maine, Honduras, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, India, France and then home. While on South Island, New Zealand we took a 4 hour cruise in spectacular Milford Sound. A young man was narrating all the sights. Upon finishing he walked over to our table and asked- “Is that a USNA ring?” I responded yes it is. He then said my father graduated from there.Very interesting -

“what year?” and he responded 1961!! Hmmm same year I graduated - what’s his name? Bill Newman (18) - did you know him? Bill and I took our physical exam at Great Lakes together. So we go back a long way. Talk about small world a son of a 61er on a boat in Milford Sound, New Zealand. Our best to all. Stay well and happy. n Rick Drummond (22) writes: n Nancy and I both read the email announcing Roger Onorati’s (11) funeral incorrectly. We made the two and a half hour drive to Annapolis from Gladwyne, PA one week early. Needless to say we felt stupid entering the Chapel and finding no one there. We could not make the funeral one week later as we would be in Thousand Oaks, CA for family Christmas. Nancy and I visited Judy in her Ginger Cove residence and paid our respects to Roger the first part of May. Additionally, Judy traveled north in July to visit friends and stayed two nights with us in Newport, RI. We took in the tennis matches on the grass courts of the Tennis Hall of Fame and played 18 holes of golf at Newport Country Club. All in all it was a delightful visit. We plan to see Judy in Annapolis in the fall. n

And finally, Dick Morgan (11) reports on the latest hijinks of Club 11: n Caryl and Dick (Mogs) Morgan held a Club 11 gathering at their home in Vienna,VA., on July 20th. In attendance were: Mac and Rod Bubeck, GG and Bert Cassels, Caroline and Tim deGavre, Dot and Nelson Hulme, Marji and Milt Jones, Sue and Dick Kievit, Anne and Bob Kelly, Pat and Jim Luper, Judy Onorati, Ann and Raese Simpson, Gloria Stem, Sandy and Joe Sullivan, and Bill Trice. It was a particularly fun evening with many fond recollections of years past shared among those present. Judy Onorati entertained everyone with selected 1961 articles from past editions of “SHIPMATE” that her late husband, Roger, provided over the 19 years he was the 1961 Class Scribe. She also gave photographs to the assembled group that were taken at various social functions hosted by the Onorati’s over many years. It was a wonderful and meaningful gesture. Members of the 11th Company gathered for this picture: (Top to Bottom, L-R): Bill Trice, Bert Cassels, Jim Luper, Milt Jones, Dick Kievit, Joe Sullivan, Nelson Hulme, Tim deGavre, Rod Bubeck, Bob Kelly, Dick Morgan, and Raese Simpson n

Let us remember: Those Who Left Us: Edward James O’Brien III, 15th Company on 18 July 2013 Until next time: “GET IT DONE WITH ’61”

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PRES: CDR Walter F. Welham Jr., USN (Ret.) P: 703-323-6604; E: wwelham@aol.com SEC’Y: CDR Howard S. Pinskey, USNR (Ret.) P.O. Box 3380, Annapolis, MD 21403-3326 P: 410-974-1962; E: PINSK62@aol.com WEBSITE: www.nampows.org/62.html

Greetings from Annapolis Fall is here, football and other sports are underway and the 168 years of our Naval Academy and its history are moving forward. It’s a short class column this month, it’s important for you to send in your stories and photos.We did not receive much correspondence. Our last two issues were great!!! You know what must be done. CLASS NEWS LEX FLEMING sends us this photo from a recent Naval Academy Athletic Associations Foundation (Athletic and Scholarship Program) dinner.

Shown are LEX, Maureen and STEVE CHADWICK and Pam and WALT WELHAM. Other ’62 trustees are BILL HEINE, SNUFFY SMITH and TIM THOMASSY. LEX and friends are covering up the Commander -in-Chief trophy. MID TERM REUNION Plans are being developed for our 2014 reunion in May in San Antonio. DON ALLEE, JIM ROBERTS and JOE VANMETER and their committee are planning a great event from Wednesday 7 May through Sunday 11 May 2014. Golf, receptions, tours, a prayer breakfast, a memorial service, a dinner dance and more are on the schedule. Hotel reservations are now open. Contact the Hyatt Regency (located in the center of town) at 888 - 421-1442 or on line at https://resweb.passkey.com/go/naval1962 ’61: Club 11 Classmates September-October 2013

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62•63 CLASS NEWS More information to follow in future issues of SHIPMATE. Make reservations now. We are expecting over 300 classmates and wives to attend. WARREN ABEL, captain of our baseball team, writes that he and DICK TREANOR played the Woods Course at Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg. They got there early and struck up a conversation with the starter. They asked if he knew Dick Murphy ’54 who they knew lived there. It turns out that Dick was playing later in the morning and Dick and WARREN were able to briefly hook up. Dick was as a LT. when we were at the Academy and helped with the baseball team and threw batting practice a number of times. He had seen Dick once before when he was down there but it was well over 50 years ago. He is looking good and enjoying life. Our classmate, retired Captain JOE JOHN, is the chairman of the Combat Veterans for Congress PAC. His organization has been recruiting, doing background investigations, endorsing and campaigning for and electing combat veterans for the U. S. House and Senate. If you care to know more about this organization you can contact JOE at http: //www.combatveteransforcongress.org. BOB DITCHEY suggests that there are some alternative ideas that classmates may consider when writing to SHIPMATE. These days the majority of our classmates are fully retired and out of the workplace. Many are in poor health. And in short, there really isn’t much to write about. So what can be done to change the status quo? Perhaps people might be encouraged to write about their current domiciles, what they do and what current interests they may have. (But not golf please). Perhaps we might encourage each other to write about our children and grandchildren. It might be fun to have people send photos of themselves in past decades, maybe one for each year (62, 72, 82, 92, 02, etc.) We might even write about each other, with old roommates doing bios or retrospectives of each other. I especially like the stuff about people after they left the Navy. There is much to be proud of concerning our classmate’s accomplishments. And maybe it just might be fun to present ourselves to each other as just good people. Thanks BOB for your thoughts. That’s our news for this SeptemberOctober issue of SHIPMATE. Please send in your news, stories, photos, ideas, etc.,

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by any means you desire. Believe me, your classmates will enjoy hearing from you. Keep in touch. Until next time…

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PRES: CAPT W. Spencer Johnson IV, USN (Ret.) SEC’Y: Michael H. Shelley 164 Sweetwater Ln., Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 P: 828-862-4245; E: nstar@citcom.net WEBSITE: www.USNA63.org

As our 50th Reunion approaches, we think more and more about our enduring connections with our classmates. Sadly, many of them have already preceded us in crossing the bar into a safe harbor. We have just learned of the death of our classmate Wayne Alleyne Fogel on 26 April. He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy. His son, Paul Fogel, can be contacted at 269 Summer Springs Ct., Jacksonville, FL 32225, or by email at: paulfogel@gmail.com. Joseph John Polli passed away on 8 July. Joe’s widow, Betty, can be contacted at 12600 Oak Grove Drive, Huntley, IL 60142. His obituary appears in the Last Call section of our web site. Fiftieth Reunion chairman Bill Earner provided this important information for everyone who will be attending Class of 1963 events. Please read it carefully, noting the firm limit on banquet attendance. n Response for our reunion has been excellent. As of 1 August, nearly 400 of our classmates and several widows have registered to attend. The Friday night banquet in Alumni Hall, the largest venue in Annapolis, will be at full capacity. Late registrants who could not be accommodated at the banquet, have been notified by the reunion committee. Regrettably, there is no flexibility in this regard, and we will have to turn away anyone who is not on the attendance list. At the stadium on Saturday we can accommodate all comers at the tailgate. n Mike Pero sent this 50th Reunion note of interest to Navy oarsmen and coxswains: n Attention all ‘63 oarsmen, lightweights, heavyweights and all in between... even coxswains! As part of our 50th reunion, a gathering of our rowing classmates at Hubbard Hall is in the works. As the reunion committee has done a bang up job of planning an event-filled weekend, our opportunity to get together is Wednesday evening, the 23rd of October. It’s an opportunity to catch up with the

guys with whom you generated a lot of sweat and blisters on the Severn and even won a few opponents’ shirts. I have spoken with Coach Freidrich and the old N room is available for a catered cocktail party. A formal dinner is not available there. Please let me know if you are interested in participating. Having just relocated to Annapolis a few weeks ago, I am now local and happy to serve as coordinator. My email address is mperojr@gmail.com and phone number is 410-268-1868. Also during our reunion, Hubbard Hall will be open for coffee and bagels and a row, if you like, on Saturday morning before the football game for all alumni rowers. However, our class meeting is scheduled for 1000 that morning. Thus for ‘63 rowers, Wednesday evening will be our time at the boathouse. I hope you all will try to make it and adjust your travel plans as necessary. Let me hear from you so that I can make definitive arrangements. n One more reunion note: Before you travel to Annapolis, spend some time catching up with your classmates by reading their Current Biographies on our web site.You can find them in the Classmates section of the site at http://www.usna63.org/ elb/currbios.php. If your biography is already there, send any updates to our Webmaster, Steve Coester, at scoester@cfl.rr.com. If your biography is not on the site, how about taking a few minutes to prepare it and send it to Steve? We’d love to see it! Members of the Class of 1963 have been very much aware of the 50th anniversary of our graduation this June. It was a very pleasant surprise to receive news of a unique observance of this milestone in which none of us participated even though one of us was honored. n My name is ENS Ridge Alkonis (USNA 2012) and I am the PAO on USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62).This June we had a celebration commemorating our ship’s namesake Bill Fitzgerald’s graduation from the Academy, and we thought that you and your classmates might be interested in knowing about it, and maybe even want to include it in your Shipmate column. Members of FITZGERALD’s crew gathered together to commemorate the 50th anniversary of LT William Fitzgerald’s graduation from USNA. Former graduates led by Commanding Officer CDR Jonathan Schmitz ’96 presented a slide

show highlighting much of LT Fitzgerald’s life, including the reading of his Navy Cross citation and his Midshipman biography from the 1963 Lucky Bag.The event ended with the singing of “Blue and Gold” and a cake cutting ceremony. All in attendance left with a better appreciation for not only LT Fitzgerald but the class of ’63 as a whole. USNA alumni in this picture of the cake cutting are (left to right) Yana Kupke ’12, Nick Green ’11, Jonathan Schmitz ’96, Rob McFall ’05, Ridge Alkonis ’12, and Alice Hong ’12. n

for remembering the Class of 1963. I retrieved several early photos that I think you and they will enjoy seeing.

FITZGERALD painting by Dick Whalen ‘63

Cutting the 50th anniversary cake aboard FITZGERALD

Bill Fitzgerald

Thanks to Ensign Alkonis, CDR Schmitz, and the other FITZGERALD crew members for honoring Bill’s heroism and

Launching at Bath Iron Works, 29 January 1994

Our classmate, prolific author Pete (P.T.) Deutermann, told me that his latest novel was published this July. n I have a new book out—No. 16 — called The Ghosts of Bungo Suido. It’s about a diesel boat during WWII that was assigned the hair-raising mission of getting through the heavily mined Straits of Bungo Suido and into Japan’s Inland Sea to sink their new super carrier, Shinano. I’m working now on 2014’s book, about the destroyers up on the radar picket line during the Okinawa campaign. n I have enjoyed Pete’s earlier books and am looking forward to reading his latest. The review in Publishers Weekly magazine calls it “marvelous military fiction; fastpaced, exciting, and utterly convincing.” Finally, to fuel your wanderlust, here is a photo of Claire and Tom Meyer taken near Steamboat Springs, CO, in late July. It was taken shortly after they spent some days at Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park while visiting friends. That’s quite a change of scene from their home in Dallas!

’63: Commissioning Day in Newport, RI, 14 October 1995 The Meyers in the Rockies

I hope you’ve been having a good summer. Make it even better by contacting a classmate you’ve not been in touch with for a while. Think of someone and make the call or send the email! Believe me, you’ll be glad you did. QUALITY—’63

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PRES: Bill Natter E: bnatter@verizon.net; P: 410-562-4786 CORR SEC’Y: Roland Marquis 26439 N. Ridge Ct., Mundelein IL 60060 P: 847-970-7562; E: bigroland1@comcast.net WEBSITE: www.usna64.org

A reminder classmates who have submitted Shipmate material and received an acknowledgement can be assured your stuff will be published – eventually. (We currently have a nominal backlog of articles in queue.) Conversely, any submitters not receiving this acknowledgment should resend ASAP. This month’s column comprises (1) a sitrep from John Palombi detailing this year’s Carney (DDG-64) CDR Lanny King Memorial J.O. Leadership Award; (2) a news release from Hal Anderson’s hometown newspaper and (3) a thought provoking announcement from Andy Douglas. We begin with John’s chief organizer and master of ceremonies report on the annual award named for CDR Lanny King ’78: A light breeze, some puffy clouds and the dedication and professionalism of the Carney warriors made the recent Flag Day a great day to celebrate the seventeenth CDR Lanny King Memorial Junior Officer Leadership Award aboard our favorite warship, DDG-64, in Mayport, FL. The award was presented to LT Daniel Stayton ’09 for outstanding leadership during missions and extensive upgrade activities. The citation included a Navy commendation medal, adding his name to the Memorial awards plaque in the wardroom, a ship’s plaque replica, a congratulatory letter and a monetary gift from the Class of 1964.

’64 attendees on the Carney fantail l to r Steve, Jerry, Bob, class prez Bill, John, Ken, event emcee John, and Joe with guest Bob Frampton on far fight

System Program Director, CAPT Bob Frampton, USN (Ret), CAPT Pat Cassidy, USN (Ret), CAPT Rick Foster ’74, (Ret) and the following representatives of the Class of ’64: Bill Natter and his wife, honorary ’64 classmate Gini King Natter, John Palombi, Steve Jarecki, John Klein and his wife Penny, Bob Bell and his wife Betty, Jerry Evans, Ken Middleton and his wife Beverly, and Joe Neal. This unique award for junior officer leadership sponsored by our class continues to provide us an opportunity to consciously promote fleet leadership development. It also affords available classmates the opportunity to meet with some outstanding young naval officers and ship’s crew. The award, based on evidence of leadership skills and achievement, is a three-way formal selection made by (1) peers within the Carney wardroom, (2) the senior petty officers and (3) the Command.

Bill, Gini and John pose with Lt Stayton and CDR Boran Carney CO Marc Boran ’94 and 2013 awardee Daniel Stayton ‘09

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After the speeches and formal award ceremony, CO added a unique surprise. In honor of the two women that have provided support and inspiration to every Carney CO, ship’s company since construction, the port & starboard MCV’s were officially christened “Betty” for

Betty Taussig, the ship’s sponsor and the daughter of ADM Carney and “Gini” for Gini King Natter, CDR King’s widow, who inspired this memorial award. [Ed. note: Certainly all classmates know MCV’s are Motorized Carrier Vehicles – what we used to call the Captain’s gig and the “other boat”.] Classmates and guests attending were provided the opportunity to tour the ship and inspect system recent upgrades as well as meet several motivated and professional young officers and sailors. Later that evening classmates and guests gathered at the Palombi hacienda for a large Mexican buffet and sufficient sangria and other libations to encourage a lot of sea stories, toasts to classmates who were unable to be with us and catching up among friends. Everyone had a good time. Respectfully Submitted, John Palombi. The following press release under the headline “Dryden Man Beats Cancer Odds, Works to Raise Research Dollars” is from the Lapeer (MI) County Press: DRYDEN — For more than 30 years Harold M. (Hal) Anderson kept the bad guys at bay aboard U.S. Navy submarines. For the past 15 years he’s kept the bad guys at bay with chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, thalidomide and other treatments. Anderson suffers from multiple myeloma, an incurable cancer of the bone marrow plasma cells. Plasma cells, Anderson said, create the antibodies that fight off infections, so for most people it’s not the 15th Company member cancer that kills you, Hal Anderson, a fifteen year multiple myeloma but the inevitable survivor infections. In 1998, while serving as professor of naval science at Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, Anderson suffered recurring

sinus infections and a kidney stone caused by calcium coming out of his bones. When he was eventually diagnosed with multiple myeloma doctors told him he could expect to live another two to three years. “I am happy to report that I am still around and doing quite well,” he said. “Newer targeted therapies have increased the average life expectancy for myeloma patients to six to eight years.”As a 15-year survivor, Anderson has survived nearly double the current average. “You have to have a good attitude and a good support network,” he said. Five years ago when Anderson told his story to the Lapeer Area View, he was trying to raise $10,000 for research into better treatments for myeloma. He met his goal and each year since then he’s added another thousand dollars to his goal for each year he’s survived.Last September, Anderson received an award as the top individual fund raiser for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation in their annual Race for Research in Chicago. This September when he goes to Chicago for his 13th 5K run Anderson said he hopes to take a check for $15,000 with him. However, he added “I would gladly give up my title to anyone who can do better.” He noted research made possible by these contributions has produced three new treatment options for myeloma patients over the past few months. While the former nuclear attack submarine Captain thought he was staring at a death sentence when he was first diagnosed, Anderson now thinks he’ll live to see a cure for the disease he fights every day. “People who get early treatment live longer,” he said. “Raising public awareness of this cancer will hopefully lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment and longer survival.” While multiple myeloma was once thought of as an older person’s cancer, Anderson said people are being diagnosed with it at younger and younger ages. Anderson said doctors suspect that 18 years of breathing recycled air aboard five different submarines might have something to do with his illness. He added genetics might have something to do with both why he got the disease and why he’s lived as long as he has. Fighting multiple myeloma isn’t cheap. Anderson said the current medication he’s using costs $8,500 a month. He said that while his Navy retirement health plan, Tri-Care for Life,

covers all but $17 of that, “many people don’t have insurance.” He said that’s one of the reasons he works so hard to raise money to find a cure. Anderson said he was thrilled earlier this month when 25 other state representatives joined with state Rep. Kevin Daley (R-Lum), in having March named Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. Anderson said more than 100,000 people in the United States suffer from multiple myeloma, an estimated 20,000 new cases are diagnosed each year and 10,000 people lose the fight. Anderson said that while it’s a “constant battle,” for him, “so far it’s working.” Godspeed Hal We close this month with a note from Andy Douglas, who holds the honor of being the youngest member of our class. Andy writes: “I’m happy to report that, as of June 28th, 100% of the Great Class of ’64 are now septuagenarians!” He continues with “We live in Providence and I work in Boston. Still at it. I like what I do. After USNA I sailed with the tin can navy. Loved it but loved a girl I met in San Diego even more. Barbara and I have been married 44 years; have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. Left the Navy in November 1969, went to Stanford for an MBA followed by a JD; then on to Wall Street to cut my teeth. Later was general counsel for three financial services companies and ended up back in private practice. Anyone finding themselves around this part of the world please give me a call. 401-351-5562 home; 617-439-7537 office. — Andy” Fair winds and a following sea, classmates

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PRES: CAPT Jim Minderlein, USN (Ret.) 1080 Carriage Hill Pkwy., Annapolis, MD 21401 P: 410-841-6644; E: jimm65@verizon.net F: 410-841-6644 CORR SEC’Y: CDR Dave Anderson, USN (Ret.) 1600 Ala Moana Blvd. #2208 Honolulu, HI 96815 E: daveand65@me.com daveand65@earthlink.net C: 816-813-3671 CLASS OF 1965 HOME PAGE: http://www.daveand65.com/USNA65/Welcome.html

Please check the website for Binnacle List updates. Hope all classmates dealing with health and physical issues are finding them improved or resolved. Several new reports and updates added there in the last month. From Bull Durham, 04 Jul n Mike Epprecht and I have embarked on an ambitious enterprise to get the class

contacts updated, all in preparation for getting the gouge out for the 50th reunion. We distilled a list of all email addresses ever associated with any of our classmates, discarded around a hundred known to be invalid, removed those we knew to be valid (such as, everyone in either of the two Yahoo Groups that hasn’t bounced), and sent emails to the rest requesting updates. Level One response is to tell me what you want changed in the directory that I maintain at usna1965.org. Particularly for those of you who haven’t updated contact info in a while. If you haven’t been there lately, contact Bull at durham@vt.edu for login/password help, if you need it. If your name’s not in the directory and you want it to be, just send me the information to me. n Thanks for your time, Bull. Spotted a good photo of our Past President, Pete Gness, and his wife, Melanie, on Facebook. Lookin’ good!

From Chip Seymour, 02 July n I was in the Tidewater Area for the Monthly Class Luncheon and to visit with Nick Nicholson last week. Here’s a pic of the lunch bunch. Clockwise from Frank Mixner (in the red shirt), Frank, Jo Nicholson (Nick’s wonderful wife), Ray Thomas, Fred Prickett, Ron Voelkel, Norm Dean, Mike Artherholt, Dave Adams, Bill Frigge, Chip Seymour, Dick Williams, Ron Bishop and last but not least, Pete O’Connor. n From Charlie Briggs, 06 July n I don’t check in much, but after updating my contact info on Bull’s Directory, decided to send a photo, shot near the Herndon Monument in 2010. n

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Yet another hilarious report from Pete Lumianski, 20 Jul

From Ken Meeks, 16 Jul

From Phil Ferrara, 07 Jul n Doug Norton, author of the political thriller Code Word: Paternity, the timely and cautionary tale of a North Korean dictator, an American president and nuclear terrorism, spoke to the Annapolis chapter of the MWA on July 17th. He shared the story of his ongoing journey as a writer, from the birth of the idea for his novel through creation, publishing, distributing, and marketing it amidst a revolution in the book business demanding more than “just” craftsmanship of most debut authors.You can find it on Amazon and other sites, if interested. n

n Two good friends and plebe year classmates from the Savage Sixteenth Company had a July get-together to enjoy reminiscing about experiences from that tough year. Ken Meeks and Bill James spent two days together at Bill’s mountain home in Blowing Rock, N.C. Ken’s wife, Lynn, and Bill’s wife, Nina, joined them. After some 45 years, Ken and Bill had reconnected via the USNA Class of ’65 E-mail Forum. Ken and Bill maintained their workout exercise by walking around the beautiful Bass Lake. Bill and Nina’s primary residence is in Rock Hill, S.C. The two classmates were badminton partners plebe year and won the brigade championship. Besides having spent almost 30 years in the Navy, Ken earned his doctorate in civil engineering and is a retired professor emeritus from Trine University in Angola, IN, where he and Lynn reside. Bill had a city planning career that included being executive director of a multi-county council of governments, based in Rock Hill, S.C. n

From Ted Nanz, 12 Jul n Here’s a photo taken last week of my family on a Bahamas cruise. We spent a day at Atlantis and they all loved the water slides called “Leap of Faith,” “The Abyss,” “The Drop,” etc. Ted n

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HOMECOMING 2013 Thursday, 24 October through Saturday, 26 October

n As part of a recent demo to one of my grandkids’ (Catholic school) kindergarten classes, I hauled out my sword from under the bed, scraped off the dust, larvae and debris, and then did a preliminary inventory: the straps for the leather case had rotted away; the soft cloth bag had a hole in it; the leather belt had inexplicably shrunken by at least three sizes, and provided a torturous hook-up experience; I couldn’t remember which way the little hooky-snappy thing went, fore or aft?; my algae-colored knot looked like something only a nesting bird would recognize/desire as building material; and the scabbard-unsheathing maneuver required many more foot-pounds of torque and exertion than I had anticipated or had readily available. Then I tried to poke it through the little slit in my crusty Blues coat. Once I had achieved what could be loosely described as a ‘rigged and ready draw’ posture, I attempted to unfurl the sword and do the little whifferdill maneuver to come to an ‘attention’ position. My first draw was way too short, thus leaving roughly eight inches of metal still in my sheath. My next try resulted in an enthusiastic/successful unsheathing, but I nearly sliced my right eyebrow off when I prematurely snapped it to attention. Subsequent trials yielded a number of wildly unanticipated and potentially hazardous results. I decided the safest way - both for me and the kids - was to lose the set of blues; then present the sword to the class by having it entirely out of its leather case, soft cloth container and scabbard; then taping it to a piece of cardboard and placing some bubble-wrap on its tip; and finally, just pointing to it from a distance. Later on in my presentation, I had a number of similar problems demonstrating a military salute in my piss-cutter (also in remembering what to actually call the piss-cutter). Generally, the kids seemed to enjoy it, and no one was injured or killed during the time I was in the classroom. I put my sword back under the bed

for future use, perhaps to enhance my next colonoscopy exam. Pete Lumi n

That’s it gang! Aloha, — Dave Also from Pete L, 22 July n The fifth annual Camp LoomieGoomie took place this year from 28 June to 5 July in Tucson, Arizona. This annual faux-camp experience centers around the eight grandchildren of the PJ Lumianski clan, and, upon reflection, requires way too much preparation and leadership energy for its value. Although the principal purpose of the camp is fun, chaos and confusion are more often the result, thus confirming each year the term ‘fun’ is without question a relative concept. As luck would have it, our most important measure of success - no deaths or physical injuries (psychological impacts are not counted) - was achieved, and the highlight of the camp experience was the safe and timely return of the campers to their (semi-enthusiastic) families. Next year?? Too early to think about it (!!) n

And again from Pete L, 25 July n Here’s a couple more shots of some USNA ’65 action in Arizona. Jon Lazzaretti and his wife Cynthia are enthusiastic animal persons, and they own four horses, among other critters. Cynthia is an accomplished rider, and she took one of her horses - a thoroughbred by the name of Stina - from Capitan, NM, where they live, to a horse show at the Coconino Fair Grounds, just south of Flagstaff. Last Friday, the 19th, Chris and I went up to visit with them and watch Cynthia compete. It was impressive! Aloha. Pete n

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One comforting thought in writing this article in late July is that when it’s read in October, cooler weather will prevail— Hopefully! At any rate I have some great stories to present, so I’ll get to it. Al Swinger sent me the following email and pictures: n “Dear Mike, I had the opportunity to go to sea on 1-3 July with my son, LCDR Mark Swinger, in EISENHOWER (CVN-69), for a TIGER Cruise from Mayport, FL to Norfolk. The Strike Group, ship and Air Wing (CVW-7) had been deployed for 10 of the last 12 months to 5th and 6th Fleets, so all were anxious to get home. Embarking about 1,200 Tigers helped many to see family members before arrival in Norfolk and let many crew members go on leave early. As part of the trip up the coast, the Air Wing put on a super Air Power Demo. Son Mark is the Operations Department Head in Fighter Squadron 103 (VFA-103) and is the Super Hornet demo pilot. He and his back-seater put on a great show for all on board – reminded me of his Blue Angel air shows. After the Demo, the wing then began the “FlyOff ” for home air stations. As a one-time good deal, a small number of us were able to suit up in cranial helmets and float coats and watch the launch on deck about 20 ft from Catapult #1 (Starboard bow Cat). I had not been that close before and was truly impressed by the power of the F-18F, the professionalism of the shooter and air crews, and the Cat shot! I also had the opportunity to visit with the DESRON and staff, Strike Group and

Wing staff, and many in ship’s company, and to see many of the Command and Control capabilities in IKE as well as discuss their recent operations. It was a great opportunity for this old SWO to get a first-hand update. The Cruise was a very positive experience and confirmed my belief that any day at sea beats all days in an office! The best part of the trip was of course seeing my son, but also the opportunity to be with and talk to the young officers and enlisted on board was truly inspiring. The crew was upbeat, especially since they were almost home, and the average American needs to know more about and be told more often how hard they work and how good they are . . . so hope that you will do your part in telling them! The trip renewed my faith and confidence in the Navy and those who serve at sea – they are great Americans. There was no better way to prepare for the 4TH of July Independence Day holiday. P.S. HUE CITY (CG-66) was the escort Cruiser. Best regards to all, Alan Swinger. n Thanks Al. Great write-up, and continued success to Mark.

AL AND MARK ABOARD IKE

AL READY TO LAUNCH-EM

Bill Spadafora checked in with the following story on his and Candy’s trip to Italy. n “The attached pictures are from a trip to the Apulia area of Italy with the Joint Service Academy tour group. We met up with our Classmate Skip Orser and his wife Linda on the same trip. It was a very enjoyable time and the tour group did a September-October 2013

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Portland (STP) 200-mile ride over the 13 – 14 July 2013 weekend – basically two 100-mile rides back to back. And he had never done even one century ride before! He finished both days well! But he did say he was tired of sitting on a bike seat.We plan to reconvene for another cycling excursion next year and would like to invite Classmates to join us. The destination isn’t selected yet – Suggestions welcome! n That’s beautiful country to hike and ride in Dave. Thanks for sharing this.

CANDY AND BILL SPADAFORA IN ITALY DENNY, DENNY, AND ED AT CRATER LAKE

LINDA AND SKIP ORSER ON TOUR

Dave McKie reported in with a recount of his others’ exploits and future biking plans. I’ll let his email explain. n Earlier in July Denny Alleman, Ed McMenamy, and friend Paul Ingels came to Sunriver, OR (near Bend) for another bicycle outing. Connie and I were on vacation in Sunriver for two weeks, and the others were there for various periods – for both road and mountain biking, with many opportunities for both in the area. Carolyn and Denny live just two hours north in The Dalles, OR, on the Columbia River. They visited us first for a day, and then he rejoined us several days later when Ed and Paul arrived. Our first day’s ride, on 11 July, was the loop around beautiful Crater Lake. The photo shows Wizard Island in the background. We convinced Denny not to do the entire loop because he needed to save his legs for the challenge just ahead...Denny’s appetite for bicycling is huge! He trained for months to ride the famous Seattle to

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Sadly I report that Jon Casimir Szczepaniak, died 20 May 2013 in Morgan Hill, CA. He was a member of the 22nd Company (Old 15th Company) and roomed with Chris Glutting and Mike McQuaid until he left the Academy in January 1963 and returned to the Fleet. He was the devoted husband of the late Carol Badalamente Szczepaniak, beloved son of Joseph and the late Mary Szczepaniak, dear brother of the late Colleen Szczepaniak Dunlap (Steven) and the late Colin Szczepaniak. A Rosary and Memorial Mass was held on Tuesday 4 June 2013, at St Catherine’s Church in Morgan Hill. A private burial was held. Donations in Jon’s memory can be made to St. Catherine’s Church, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur 1520 Ralston Ave. Belmont, Calif. 94002, or the charity of your choice. Thanks to Chris for providing the information on Jon’s death. And that wraps another issue. The Class Executive Committee has already begun planning the 50th Reunion. Look for a Class-wide survey. Until December—All the best, Mike!!!

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Dave Candler let us know that he’d found the obituary of Onyx Pinkney Garner, Jr. He was one of Dave’s Plebe Summer roommates and left USNA after a few weeks. He passed away on 11 Feb 2007 in Tuscaloosa, AL. After he left Navy, he graduated from the University of Mississippi and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He was a cardiovascular and plastic surgeon, practicing for several years in New Orleans before relocating to Tuscaloosa after Hurricane Katrina. He was a member and deacon of Williams Boulevard Baptist Church. Another Link In The Chain update: • Nine of us attended the Class of 2017’s first Plebe P-Rade on 19 July. Rich Mies was honored to be part of the Reviewing Party. Perhaps “sentenced” is a better word because it was a hot, humid, sunny day, and the rest of us stayed under the awning in the shade. He got to stand in the sun. The Plebes looked good; only a few passed out from the heat! • Twenty-nine of us plus 19 spouses attended the presentation of the 67–17 Honor Coin to each member of the Class of 2017 on 22 July in Alumni Hall. The coin symbolizes the link between ‘67 and ‘17 and is meant to serve as a reminder of the principles of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Mike Williams was the featured speaker at the ceremony and drove home the importance of these three principles. He emphasized the continuing meaning of these words as the Class of 2017 moves forward, whether in the Naval Service or not. At the conclusion, as 2017 filed out, 1967 shook the hand of each and handed each a coin.

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I got this from Rick Lambert some time back but had to keep sliding it. That’s gone on long enough! Sorry, Rick, for the delay: n My bride, Sue and I moved to Indian Land, SC about three years ago.We

selected the area partly because it is very close to Charlotte, NC.While we were at ‘67’s 45th Reunion and talking to several guys who live in the Charlotte vicinity, the idea of an area Class of ‘67 get together came up. After trying to contact everyone who lived within two hours of Charlotte, I scheduled an outing for 11 April 2013. Wayne Henry, Russ Johnson, Tom Leiser, and I played golf amidst a pollen storm, dazzling each other with our (lack of) golfing skills.There was a total of 15 Classmates and spouses for dinner, and each Classmate stood and talked about what they did after graduation. After dinner I gave each one a bottle of 1967 wine (brand, not vintage!). I hope we can do it again next year In the photo the ladies from left to right are Linda Paulk, Nancy Burkhart, Sue Lambert, Karyl Beavers, Judith Johnson, and Julia Henry. The guys are Bill Gautier, Michael Roth, Alan Burkhart, Mike Paulk, Rick Lambert, Tom Leiser, Jerry Beavers, Russ Johnson, and Wayne Henry. n Here’s another note that has been delayed. This, from the “small world” category, is from Pete Nanos: n On Friday 31 May Joanne and I were at the first get together of her fiftieth high school reunion in Key West, FL when I looked across the room and saw a familiar shirt. The wearer was Dave Barre who was not only our USNA Classmate, but also Joanne’s in the class of 1963 at Key West High. He and Georgann had come all the way from northern California for the event. Joanne snapped a quick cell phone photo to record the event. n

tired later in the day, almost totally back. It will be awhile before the analyses of my pituitary function are completed and my prescriptions are totally set. I am taking a couple replacement hormones already and may need more, but it takes 4-8 weeks for the gland to settle down and the surgery trauma to wear off. All in all, really good, and per some eye tests last Thursday, a lot of my lost eyesight is already back. Hooray! n Steve Andres relayed the news that Bill ‘Cassius’ Cray plans to move back west in July. (That should be done by the time you read this!) Bill and Marsha are moving to Northern California where he is, as he puts it, “Going to ply my trade in the firm’s Silicon Valley Office in Palo Alto.” He is an Associate in the Intellectual Property and Technology practice of Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Bob Havasy saw Dave Fox mentioned in the Wall Street Journal in a press release from Stamford, CT. Dave is the CFO for the Fischer House Foundation and former senior partner of financial industry consultant Greenwich Associates. Fischer House was the recipient of a contribution of 10% of their May Profits from the boutique investment bank and securities brokerage Mischler Financial Group. Mischler is owned and operated by service-disabled veterans. Fisher House Foundation is best known for a network of comfort homes built on the grounds of major military and VA medical centers nationwide and in Europe. Fisher Houses are donated to the military and Department of Veterans Affairs, enabling family members to be close to a loved one during hospitalization for a combat injury, illness or disease. Fischer House is on the web at http://www.fisherhouse.org if you want to learn more about them.

You folks keep on doing the most amazing things. Jack Young sent this, and I told him I was tremendously envious: n Ellen and I aren’t sure we can top our early summer activity with anything better than walking/backpacking the 580 kilometer Camino de Santiago in May and June. Accompanied by my twin, Bob, we began the Camino Francés in St. Jean Pied de Port, France on 16 May, and encountered rain, hail, mud, wind, snow, stream flooding, cold and only some sunshine for the next 36 days. But we had few aches, no blisters and a most memorable experience. We walked into Santiago de Compostela, Spain on 23 June just in time to witness the swinging of the iconic botafumeiro. It was a wonderful experience, and if Classmates have even half an interest, we suggest you view the movie “The Way” with Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez. n

The pilgrims: Bob, Ellen and Jack in front of the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

So now I have to stop. I just looked at the calendar on this 29 July 2013 and see that my next column will be for the Nov-Dec Shipmate. Hard to believe! Where does it go?…That’s it...Goodnight!… — Jim

Pete & Dave in Key West

I heard from Dewey Struble. Sounds as though he had quite the challenge but is coming out just fine in the end: n Wanted to let you know I am fine after surgery recently (June) to remove a large pituitary tumor. Was a long, but successful, surgery and there was no malignancy found. Smile! The recovery continues, and except for some headaches and getting

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PRES: CAPT Gary A. Storm, USN (Ret.) 1770 Meadow Valley Drive, Annapolis, MD 21409 P: 410-757-7156; C:443-924-1130 E: gastorms@verizon.net CORR. SEC’Y: CAPT Gordon I. Peterson, USN (Ret.) 7994 Hidden Bridge Dr. Springfield,VA 22153 P: 703-913-5404; F: 202-267-4020; E: gpeters621@aol.com WEBSITE: www.usna68.com

With one month remaining until our 45th Reunion, Class President Gary Storm said, n “I recognize that the 40th and 50th are historically the most popular and wellattended class reunions. However, I would encourage those classmates who are still not committed to attending the 45th to take advantage of this event to renew old friendships and catch up on what has been going on in our busy lives. Remember, this opportunity only comes around every five years. Hope to see many of you in October.” n Roy Graham cautioned that unless you have a season parking pass, park early in the Westin Hotel’s garage and ride the shuttle bus to the stadium for the tailgate and game. Single-game parking was eliminated a few years ago. Mike Neale noted that a hat is the only apparel in the goodie bags provided at check-in. Our Class website has a link to Anchor Enterprises, an on-line store offering Class of ‘68 apparel for sale. All items ordered will be mailed to you the week before the reunion, so if you will not be home then, inform Anchor Enterprises and ask that they ship your order to the Westin for you to pick up at registration. Where were you just one year following graduation? By then, our Class had already experienced four operational losses, beginning with the 3rd Company’s Ronald “Red” Carpenter in January 1969. Assigned to VT-7 at NAS Meridian, MS, Red died when his T-2 jet trainer crashed during his final solo flight. Dick Taylor escorted Red’s remains back to his hometown of Forest City, NC, for burial. Red Carpenter was our first operational loss, Many of our killed when his T-2 jet Marines were trainer crashed near rifle-platoon NAS Meridian in commanders serving January 1969.

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in Vietnam or preparing to deploy. Our Class sustained its first groundcombat loss when 2dLT Ted “Vivi” Vivilacqua of the 13th Company was killed in action in mid-May while Ted “Vivi” Vivilacqua was killed in action serving with the three weeks short of 5th Marines of the our first anniversary 1st Marine Division of graduation. during a search -and-clear operation in Quang Nam Province. In flight training at Pensacola, FL, that same month, Terry Vial of the 8th Company died when his T-28C crashed during an Terry Vial was killed 11 approach to the months following aircraft carrier USS graduation during aircraft-carrier LEXINGTON. qualifications on board Later, when other USS LEXINGTON. members of our Class were assigned to VT-5 at NAS Saufley Field to begin our carrierqualification training, we could hear a pin drop when the LEXINGTON’s grainy video of the Scott Pattee perished approach-turn stall with 73 shipmates that claimed Terry’s following a collision life was shown dur- between USS FRANK E ing our classroom EVANS and HMAS Melbourne 3 June 1969. instruction. Most of our surface-warfare officers were already at sea. The 11th Company’s Dwight Scott Pattee was one of them, deployed on board the destroyer USS FRANK E EVANS in the South China Sea. On June 3 during night operations while operating with the Australian aircraft carrier HMAS MELBOURNE, EVANS inexplicably crossed the carrier’s bow while maneuvering to its plane-guard position. The collision tore the destroyer in half and sent its bow section to the ocean’s floor.

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Exactly 44 years later, Terry Toussaint attended a memorial service in EVANS’ homeport of Long Beach, CA, honoring Scott and his 73 shipmates who were lost at sea that fateful night. n “I had the honor of attending my second memorial service for the 74 men who perished. My contact before the ceremony was survivor FTG3 Richard Burke. Richard knew Scott well as his division officer. They were both assigned to the same GQ station. Earlier, Mike Steussy forwarded a link to the first part of ‘I Relieve You, Sir,’ a naval training film depicting the events surrounding the collision. Knowing I had watched this, Rich presented me with a compact disc containing the entire film. I must confess to feeling a numbing similarity with my own days as JOOD aboard a destroyer in an ASW screen for a carrier and assignment to plane-guard station. “Of the 50 people attending the memorial, six were survivors, and the remainder numbered friends and family of the survivors and those lost. The service in Shoreline Park, led by the survivors, was, of course, touching and teary. I could feel the emotion as the event was relived in narrative and poem and each person remembered that day aboard ship or the day they received news of their personal loss. The names of the 74 were read by the survivors in groups of three, followed by three rings of a bell. The Navy Hymn was read during a benediction to conclude the ceremony. “Future memorial services will be held on June 3, the anniversary of the loss of the EVANS, regardless of the day of the week. The ship’s survivors would be delighted to host more members of the Class of ’68.” n The memorial service for all our deceased classmates on Sunday morning will be a fitting close to the reunion.The two Class of 1968 plaques in Memorial Hall record the names of our 28 classmates lost during Navy and Marine Corps operations. Six classmate killed in action are listed on the Academy’s Vietnam War Monument located near the Brigade Activities Center. Tom Hayes and wife, Diana, made a recent trip to the Seattle-Tacoma area where they met with Tom’s youngsteryear roommate, Gus Peterson. Gus said he “voluntarily resigned from the Academy about a week before the choice would not be mine” at the end of youngster year. He still cherishes his two years in the Class and plans to attend the 45th this

fall after a 40-plus-year career with the Tacoma Department of Education.”

Diana and Tom Hayes (left) visited Valerie and Gus Peterson during a visit to the Seattle-Tacoma area.

In July, Mary Anne and Leo Kuehn visited Rhode Island to attend a wedding. This trip led to a chance encounter with Bob Donohue while attending Mass in a cathedral in Providence. After recognizing one another after the service, they spent the next 10 to15 minutes hashing out old times and the years that had passed. “Life has worked out well for Bob,” Leo said. He is a broker-dealer with RBC Capital Markets, LLC in Providence and lives in Warwick, RI. He said he might try to make it down for our 45th Reunion.”

for the USNA Class of 2018.” Ed needs volunteers now from every state to act as POCs for parents and for the appointees. Check out the copy of Ed’s letter posted on our Class website to learn more about our responsibilities for Another Link in the Chain, and send Ed an e-mail (edsullivan43@atlanticbb.net) as soon as possible if you wish to volunteer. Send donations to Mike Neale, our Class treasurer, with a memo or letter stipulating the funds are reserved for the Class ALITC funds. See Ed’s letter posted on-line to obtain Mike’s address. Just think: Had this program existed in 1964, the Class of 1918 would have welcomed us to the Naval Academy. But, as Ed notes, they were too busy fighting World War I. All the best, — Gordo

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Walt Giraldi and Geoff (Jeep) Pomroy have enjoyed a lot of sunshine, and a little rain lately on the soccer field. They are both certified soccer refs in the Northern Virginia area and enjoy the workouts running up and down the field with the younger folks. Good on you guys – ’69 IS Mighty Fine! Meanwhile, out on the links, John Ohlinger has been making the rounds of ’69 events lately. While he and Jan didn’t get to play in the Great NW, but they had a fun time in OR & WA state, hiking and wine tasting with Kat Jacobs, and spending a few nights at Rita & Steve Hudock’s “Resort” in Tracyton, WA. After that he shot a few rounds in Grand Rapids with the motley crew of ‘69rs pictured. Doug Bishop, as he has been doing for the last couple years, set up another fantastic golf weekend for the “Jim Calvert Group World Tour 2013” golfers. Included in the crowd with John were Mike Haddon, Dave Zerfoss, Craig McClain, Pat Maley, Glen Reid, Doug Bishop, Bert Conlon, John Padgett, Rabbit Christenson, Bud Adamson, and Tom Laforce, Keep moving on those fairways John, makes life more interesting!!

The Big Blue is showing its muscle and the ’69 Tent is in full swing for another season. We’ve had some great correspondence so let’s get to it!

Oshkosh ‘69rs Jim Hanneman & Charlie Rush

Bob Donohue and Leo Kuehn at their surprise reunion in Providence.

Since departing the U.S. Senate, Jim Webb has maintained a low profile with the news talk shows and media, but that doesn’t imply he has not been hard at work in other respects. For one thing, he is writing a new book. A memoir of his early years and military experiences, it is due to his publisher in December. In closing, Ed Sullivan recently sent information with respect to the opportunity we will have next year to forge a bond with the Class of 2018 through the Academy’s “Another Link in the Chain” (ALITC) program. Ed commendably stepped forward to serve as our Class coordinator for this worthy enterprise. “I need your help,” Ed said in a recent letter to the Class distributed by e-mail. “This is going to take all of us to make this program what it should be for us and

’69r refs Giraldi & Pomroy

Jim Hanneman and Charlie Rush had a mini-reunion at the Great Oshkosh Fly-in this year. They still manage to get in a few flight hours and, during this event, swapped many stories. Keep ‘em flyin’ ’69!

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’69rs Mike Clark & Tom Burbage

for the protégés seeking advice and for the ‘old salts’ providing it. Being a mentor ’69: does not take much time – maybe 23 hours a month. But the value of the advice is priceless for our younger classes. If you haven’t signed on to register, or if you know someone in the younger classes that may be seeking FREE advice, we encourage all alumni to join in and be a part of the ’69 Legacy Gift of “Alumni helping Alumni”. It’s only 3 clicks away #1-Go to www.usna.com, #2-Click “Support the Academy”, #3-Click “Become a Mentor or Protégé” From Jim Kelly’s archives, story to follow next month

’69rs Stephen Leaman (l) with Mike Clark (c)

In the sad news department, Mike Clark #84, our football team captain became inflicted with brain cancer, and in spite of many heroic efforts and intense support from a wide spectrum of Classmates and USNA Alumni, has steadily declined. At this writing, he is with Hospice at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, DE where notes can reach him via his wife, Lisa at: 1908 Academy Place, Wilmington, DE 19806. We are indebted to Dennis Yatras who throughout this fight has maintained a presence supporting both Lisa and Mike in their time of need, while keeping Classmates informed of Mike’s progress. God Bless them, and care for Mike. A short note on our ’69 Legacy Gift, the Alumni Mentoring Program (AMP). As of this printing we will have 450+ alumni enrolled as either Mentors or Protégés, and we will have almost 120 matches in progress. We are learning that those matches are turning out very well

Blackledge ’69 & Kelly ’69 engage over mess hall milk rights circa 1966

On 5 August, his classmates from both 1968 and 1969, former shipmates, and family and friends of Lynn Orfgen gathered at the USNA Chapel to celebrate his life which ended on 13 June 2013 near his home in Pontiac, Michigan following a stroke. The chapel ceremony was followed by military honors and inurnment at the USNA Columbarium and a reception at the Naval Academy Club. Since Lynn was such a sports fan , the ‘69ers challenged the ‘68s to a pickup game of football on Hospital Point afterwards, but only if 68 brought the football; nobody showed, so we claimed victory by default. That’s the bottom of the mail bag for this short month. Keep those notes coming and enjoy the Navy wins and Beat Army – often!! Doc

’69: Relishing their victory in Lynn’s memory, the 1969 lineup included (top-to-bottom, left-to-right): Jim Sandberg, Bob Russell, John Clark, Steve Leiberman, Dusty Rhoades, Walt Giraldi, Marty Costello, Eric Utegaard, and Dick Floyd. 1968 didn’t even show for the photo-op…

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PRES: CDR Michael J. Novak, USNR (Ret.) 4701 Hopkins Dr., Dumfries,VA 22025 E: mike706160@aol.com SEC’Y: CDR Royal Connell, USN (Ret.) 10080 Rookery Rd., Pensacola FL 32507 E: royal70@1970.usna.com WEBSITE: http://usna70.org

Greetings all, as you read this, we should be getting ready for the fall football season, and my favorite time of year. Remember to take pictures of your tailgates and TV watching gatherings and send them to me for further publication. The best way to avoid having others embarrass you is to preempt them by publishing the photos first. Bill Jenkins knows that all too well… read on. Oh sure, no sooner do I announce the end of a long running competition than we get another entry. I guess it’s OK considering the source. Steve Reinemund sent the following photo of him and Gail dropping off his youngest son Kevin for I-Day to start his life as a Plebe in the class of 2017. They ran into Janet and Mike Malone dropping off their granddaughter. [see last issue – Corr Secy.] Steve claims that the last few weeks have certainly brought back memories of the summer of 1966. Just you wait until he starts telling sea-stories to good ol’ dad.

Another longtime friend and correspondent writes of his latest adventures from the great state of Wisconsin. Bill Jenkins hadn’t sent anything for a great while, and so attached a couple of photos from the Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI). Bill recently completed the ride with a team of 30 cyclists; a total of over 20,000 cyclists rode the route from west (Missouri River) to east (Mississippi River), over 400 miles in 7 days. It was a supposedly a veritable party on wheels (two at a time I presume). He saw, and visited with, quite of few Navy riders from Team Navy, and there were teams also representing Army, Marines, and Air Force. Sez Bill:

n “Towns along the route sold food and drinks in the streets, it got so congested that cyclists walked their bikes through the towns. Needless to say, a lot of beer and other concoctions were absorbed during the week. Wouldn’t it be great to have some sort of bike ride sponsored by USNA like this?” n I don’t quite know the answer for that question, but the clues might be found in Bill’s picture choices:

Have you ever smooched a pig? [Caution! Think well before answering that!]

Bill and Wylie Utterback ‘79 under the sign for another West Point (Iowa), their last town before finishing.

On a more serious note, our president Mike Novak has forwarded the following: n Classmates, Below is the official call for nominations for the 2014 Distinguished Graduate Award (DGA). The message contains brief guidance on the DGA nomination process and includes a link to the DGA Information Page and Nomination Form. Preparing a DGA nomination requires a lot of time and effort. If you would like to nominate one of our Classmates – and there are many who are worthy of this honor – please start working on your nomination package as soon as you can. Nominations are due to the Alumni

Association on November 1, and I will hand-carry them to Annapolis on October 30. Accordingly, I ask that you submit your nominations to me no later than October 25. If you are working on a nomination, please let me know. There is no need for two (or more) of us to independently nominate the same classmate! Also, feel free to contact Jim Perry, who is our “go to guy” for developing DGA Nominations. The Class of 1970 has had a Distinguished Graduate Award recipient in 2012 and in 2013. Let’s make it three years in a row! Mike Novak President, USNA Class of 1970 Dear Class and Chapter Presidents, I am asking for your assistance. On behalf of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, please consider providing a nomination for the 2014 Distinguished Graduate Award. As alumni leaders, you and your fellow alumni know best those fellow graduates that embody the spirit of this award and those who should be brought forward as candidates. All nominations should be submitted to General Peter Pace, USMC (Ret.) ’67, Chairman of the Distinguished Graduate Award Committee. We are asking each Chapter and Class President to publicize this award throughout his or her class and chapter with a call for appropriate nominations. Nominating packages of candidates for the 2014 Distinguished Graduate Award should arrive at the Naval Academy Alumni Association no later than Friday, 1 November 2013. Nominations must be typewritten documents using the format provided in the Nomination Instructions/Form. See: http://www.usna.com/page.aspx?pid =247 [for a message from our own Ed Giambastiani.] To be competitive, strong, written justification must be provided for each category in the nominating criteria. Although it is suggested that nominations be originated by Class and/or Chapter Presidents, any alum can submit an appropriately documented nomination package, forwarded via the Class and/or Chapter President for endorsement. Nominees need not necessarily be a member of the Chapter or Class forwarding the nomination. If you have provided a nominee before who was not selected, his or her nomination may remain active for a total of 3 consecutive years before having to

take a year off the consideration list. After the year off, a new letter may be submitted stating that the class or chapter wishes the nomination to be activated for that year. Please see Nomination/Instructions/Form for complete instructions and policy. A nomination package is not automatically considered for all eligible years, but a simple letter of intent may be sent in to ensure the package is again considered. Adjustments and new information may be added to the package each year it is considered. After the submission deadline of 1 November 2013, the nomination packages will be compiled and submitted to the Distinguished Graduate Award Selection Committee. The Selection Committee will convene in December 2013 to review the nominations and select the 2014 Distinguished Graduates from a group of highly qualified and deserving nominees. I hope each of you, our alumni leaders, will take this opportunity to nominate graduates who have provided a lifetime of service, made significant and distinguished contributions to the nation, and demonstrated a strong interest in supporting the Navy and the United States Naval Academy. In turn, the Naval Academy will be highlighted publicly as a “national treasure” and the premier source for leaders in our military, government and civilian arenas. Individuals requiring additional assistance or information should contact Noreen Frenaye our Distinguished Graduate Award Program Manager at Noreen.Frenaye@usna.com or (410) 295-4016. Many thanks for your continuing service and especially your help in this important initiative. All the best. Bob Robert J. Natter ’67 Admiral, USN (Retired) Chairman of the Board of Trustees, USNA Alumni Association n It has come to my attention that some readers may have taken offense to a classmate’s comments in the May-June ’13 SHIPMATE. For that I am sincerely apologetic. I try to allow this column to be a forum for the class and as is common in all large groups of people, sometimes members of the group don’t always agree with our point of view. I apologize for any offense, certainly none was intended. What more can I say? Ring-A-Ding-Ding! September-October 2013

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PRES: CAPT Perry Martini, USN (Ret.) E: pjmartini@comcast.net SEC’Y: CAPT Mike Longworth, USN (Ret.) 1145 Birks Ln.,Virginia Beach,VA 23464-5826 E: duke.longworth@1971.usna.com WEBSITE: http//1971.usnaclasses.com/

As a midshipman I thoroughly enjoyed fall in the Yard and I still do when I make the annual pilgrimage for a game and class officer meetings. I do hope you had an enjoyable summer – not too hot and with lots of enjoyment. It’s a short column this month - here goes! GO NAVY! BEAT ARMY! This summer I was privileged to participate in a Philmont Scout Ranch High Adventure backpacking trek from Cimarron, NM. Troop 88 from Gardner, KS needed an additional adult to make the trek, so my niece, Sherri, invited me to join her and her son Thomas, along with several other Scouts and adults for the adventure. I did a similar trek July 2000. High on my “to do” list was another Philmont trek. So, with higher authority approval, I packed my kit and set out for the twelve day adventure – unplugged from the routine cares as well as cellular coverage! My only request while on the trek was to summit one of the two higher peaks on the reservation. My request was granted, so we climbed Mt. Phillips – 11,736 feet – from the previous evening’s base altitude of about 9,000 feet. I could fill a column with the adventures – 51 stream crossings in one day, black powder rifle shooting, shotgun shooting, horseback riding, and more; however, those make for good live stories! Here’s a photo of yours truly at the top of Trail Peak, elevation 10250 feet, with my niece, Sherri Watterson, and her son, Thomas.

Duke, Sherri Watterson, Thomas Watterson

I received some good news from Tom Bowman: n “Becky Adams and I were married on March 8, 2013. Becky is a retired Navy

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Commander with a nice home on Cocoa Beach, FL. My spa-boat is seven miles away at the Patrick Air Force Base Marina. I gave up seven years as a single boater and decided it would be smart to give up the booze and become a respectable beach person. I still have a government engineering day joy at the Northrop Grumman plant at the Melbourne airport. Go Navy! Tom.” n Here’s a superb photo of Becky and Tom on the beach in wedding attire!

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Hello everyone, I hope you had a good time at the fortieth. Please send any picture or news. I have the following news from Brian Rich.

The newly weds - Tom and Beck Bowman

Tom Gross sent the following note for our fall football game attendees: n “The Class of 1971 Tailgate will be in place for all home games this year. Come by and see the new look! We will be open at our usual time two hours before kickoff. The dining format will be pot luck with a twist: this year we will have a grill cranked up and ready for tailgate chefs who don’t want to drag a barbeque grill to the stadium. (I don’t know about you, but I’d rather drag my grease girl!) Lunchtime fare is suggested, except for Air Force, October 5th. That game is scheduled to kickoff at 1130, so we suggest brunch fare. “Come on out! We’ll be located in the same spot, straight out from the press box on the blue side of Navy-Marine Corps Stadium. Beat Army...again! Tom.” n Sounds like a nice new addition – fresh burgers and more while spinning yarns with classmates! Thank you Tom! Too soon it’s time to close. Please keep our classmates and their families in your prayers for good health and safety in their travels. Our classmates in business and government leadership can use our thoughts and prayers, too. Life is fragile. Love, give and share with others your bounty. Now is a good time for us to be actively shaping the future of our great nation. There is plenty of work remaining for us as we increase our wisdom! Time, tide and column due dates wait for no man! Duces Virum, — Duke

n “Jim, The intrepid Seadogs of 7th Company once again took to the bounding main for the 2nd Somewhat Annual “Seadogs at Sea” Cruise in March. We took over almost the entire stern of the Celebrity Silhouette and convinced the ship to open up all the balcony dividers, creating a party deck that was eight cabins wide. There was no watch schedule, no fire drills, and the engineering plant performed superbly despite our efforts to “lend expertise.” Similar requests for gunnery drills and navigation P-works were politely declined. On the Caribbean cruise were 6 members of the 7th Company, Class of ’73 with their wives: Connie & Rod Brotherton, Leslie & Mike DeManss, Cathie & John Kenny, Cheryl & Steve Kunkle, Janet Gandy & Brian Rich, and Helen & Chuck Trahan. To maximize the fun, we invited some good friends of the Seadogs to join us, to give us some additional seniority. Capt. Lee Gurke, USN (ret) and his wife Capt. Sharon Gurke, USN (ret), along with Cindy & Capt. John Cavender, USN (ret). All told, ten retired Navy Officers and one Marine. (Somebody had to guard the fantail). The Captain of the ship was a wise man and avoided any suggestions from the stern. n The Seventh Company Sea Dogs. (Hope I get this right!) Left to right and front to back; Janet Gandy, Cheryl and Steve Kunkle, Cathie and John Kenny, Brian Rich, Rod and Connie Brotherton, Cindy and John Cavender, Sharon and Lee Gurke, Helen Trahan, Leslie Demanss Back row Chuck Trahan and Mike Demanss As I like to do I asked Brian what he has been doing and received the following;

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Dear ’mates, The Brigade has returned to Bancroft Hall and football season is kicking off. Here’s to Coach Ken and the boys in blue. Take care of business! ’73: “Seadogs at Sea” cruise

n “I retired from American Airlines 5 years ago and have been on the go ever since. Janet and I completed a month in Europe last fall, with a cruise down the Rhine, an exploration of Normandy battlefields, and the inaugural cruise on the Celebrity Reflection. Hanging out with fellow Seadogs for hunting and social gatherings, and keeping 5 kids and 7 grandkids well spoiled. A full-time job.” n

Dave and I were in Oceanography. We have all been friends for many years and so it was a fun time for the couples.” n Mark, Thanks. Where’s the pictures of the fish? George Siragusa representing ExxonMobil

Brian, Thanks and a good looking group. You guys didn’t look this distinguished 40 years ago! I received the following from Mark Clapper; n “Jim, This past weekend, Dave Kohler and his wife, Madeline, Eric Olson and his wife Marilyn, my wife, Laura and I had a get together in Park City, Utah. The guys went out for a day of fly fishing on the lower Provo River. As a group we sampled the local restaurants and hiked the local mountains. The six of us are planning to attend the reunion in October, but were able to get in a small head start on telling tales. We were fishing for trout, browns and rainbows. Dave and Eric had never been fly fishing before so it was challenging. We had a great day, each of us ending up catching about 12 to 15 fish and then releasing them after photo ops. We had decided to get together for an annual restaurant event in downtown Park City, Utah. Dave and his wife added this to a trip to Bryce Canyon and Zion National parks. Eric and Marilyn flew out from Tampa on their way to California. We were there for 3 days hiking, dining and of course fishing. Eric and I were plebe year roommates and

Mark, Dave and Eric giving the fish a break!

l to r: Marilyn Olson, Laura Clapper, Madeline Kohler ; l to r : Eric Olson, Mark Clapper, Dave Kohler.

That’s all the news! I hope to see you at the fortieth. Again, please pass on any news and pictures. As always Go Navy and Semper Fi. — General

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As he has done since 2005, George Siragusa (Global Lubricants Marketing Strategy Executive for ExxonMobil) delivered a check to the USNA Foundation from the ExxonMobil Foundation. George made the $129,798 presentation to Byron Marchant, and also made a courtesy call on the Superintendent,Vice Admiral Mike Miller. The check represented employee donations matched 3:1 under the ExxonMobil Educational Grant Matching program. The gifts support a five-day STEM summer camp for rising 8th to 11th graders with hands-on projects in forensics, robotics, fabrication, programming, aviation, electronics, and more. Participants tour the USNA labs and research areas, learn to use the electron microscope and program robots, and conduct experiments in the wind tunnel and tow tank, all as part of their participation in design challenges and competitions. Additionally, ExxonMobil matching funds support a STEM Educator Training program, designed to provide relevant coaching experience for middle school and high school teachers. Workshops facilitate discussion, help discover ways to test new learning ideas, and understand how science, engineering, September-October 2013

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those who have sacrificed so much to allow him to get to this position, most especially his bride, Diane, and his children and grandchildren.” n

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General Tryon receives the colors from General Crowe

Courtesy call on the Supe

Marine Corps correspondent JJ Cuff provided this after-action report from Rick Tryon’s 28 June Change of Command in Norfolk. n “It is Friday morning and it already feels like mid-afternoon. The humidity and dew point temperature would make it a WBGT Black Flag day. No chopping or outdoor activities for plebes! That was not true for those who attended the change of command ceremony for Rick Tryon. Rick assumed command of MARFORCOM (Marine Forces Command) and MARFOREUR (Marine Forces Europe). On this VERY sunny morning a couple of ’75ers, Chris Cikanovich and me, along with many friends and family observed the great event. The officiating officer was the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Jim Amos. In the audience were many senior officers from both U.S. and NATO countries. Rick assumed command of these two organizations from General W. Blake Crowe. Does that names sound familiar? It should, since he is the son of former CNO Admiral William Crowe, ’47. Blake is also the father of 1stLt Amanda Crowe ’11. So the great lineage of the Naval Academy was apparent at today’s ceremony. As the person assuming command, Rick received instruction from his new EA to provide some opening remarks and some closing remarks and make sure that these two events occurred in very close in proximity. Rick did just that but remembered

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Chris Cikanovich complains that he gets grief for the number of times he appears in our class column. [It is true that I don’t have to check the spelling of “Cikanovich” any longer.] But those who take care of your scribe are greatly appreciated! In response to my call for gouge, Chick sent his report of George Flynn’s retirement early this summer. n “In true proof of the USMC’s control and authority, the guests took to the stands in a rainstorm. Clouds covered the horizon. Suddenly the Commandant and LGEN Flynn walked out of the CMC’s house and the skies cleared and it remained sunny until it was time to clear the garden reception. Then it started to rain again and everyone went home. I have to admit that Diane and I are enjoying these fantastic events, although retirements are bittersweet. As we go along and realize we may be invited to very few in the future, we decided we should take advantage of the invites while we can. Plus, most folks don’t realize it but they hand out free shrimp at these things!” n

Webmaster Andy Howard continues to explore the talents of the surgeons of Houston. Seems that cysts on Andy’s liver have reduced its function to about 20% of normal. With one kidney and a heart pacemaker, he’s a rather complicated transplant candidate. I advised him not to accept a Navy liver—they’ve been stressed too much. Andy thinks that maybe they just may be “well-conditioned.” When the CNO travels, photographs follow. [I intend to ride that horse as long as possible. Besides, we don’t want Cikanovich to be the only classmate in every column.] Craig Quigley sent a photo from a July luncheon hosted by Congressman Randy Forbes in Virginia Beach. Jon Greenert was the guest speaker.

Van Rose, Gary Jones, Jon Greenert, Craig Quigley, and Mark Klett

Jon with Jane and Wayne Bergman Rain before

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Wayne Bergman updated us on Jon’s visit to Cleveland later in the month of July. n “As part of the Business Leaders Series at The City Club in Cleveland our classmate Admiral Jonathan W. Greenert presented an overview of the U.S. Navy,

how he leads the men and women sailors and civilians, and the challenges of managing day-to-day operations spread across the globe. Jon then answered questions from the moderator (Dr. David Cooperrider from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University) as well as questions from the Cleveland business community. Jon is an awesome speaker and my guests enjoyed his message and were highly complementary. He did a fantastic job updating the local business leaders on the challenges he faces as CNO (sequestration, sexual assault, Forward Presence, etc.) but most importantly he showed the pride he has for all the men and women who serve in our all-volunteer force. As a class we all remember where we were when the draft ended in 1973! Congrats to Jon and well done for making us all proud to be both a shipmate and classmate! I enjoyed the time we had to catch up and introduce him to my new wife Jane (July 6, 2013). As you can see in the picture, Jon is looking very fit and trim. I had the pleasure of hosting a table for wife Jane, my clients and other business leaders. Members from our NE Ohio alumni chapter attending included Dan Garland ’52, Pat Prout ’64 and Mike Gaul ’68. And… the week ended on a high note for our family as we welcomed the birth of Grandchild #4 – Hannah Isabel – very early Friday morning. A great week!” n

Wayne and Hannah

Scribe, Nancy, Marlene, and Doug

Marlene and Doug Michalke spent some quality beach time in Panama City Beach this summer. Since Panama City to Pensacola is the hardest hundred miles in Florida during the summer season, we met somewhere in the middle of the Miracle Strip—at Pompano Joe’s in Destin. It was a great evening of catching up … but next time we’re going to meet at a place that has more parking! ’75 Sir! Larry

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August is upon us, which means in a few weeks we’ll be gathering together again under the Class of ’76 Tent outside of Navy-Marines Corps Stadium to participate in tremendous tailgaters and watch exciting football games with our Classmates, families, and friends. I can hear a familiar voice in my head, “That’s another Navy FIRST DOWN!!!” I hope Mark Moore has been staying in shape in the offseason, keeping those vocal chords warmed up. Well, let’s see what’s in the mailbag! Leroy Sparr reminisces: n I was looking at some old photos and scanning them into iPhoto and thought some of our classmates might like to see as well. I have climbed Mt. Washington 3 times in my life. The first was during sub school when I was 24, the 2nd was when I was 42, and the 3rd was when I was 58. The first time was with Payne Kilbourn and Marty Malley, the second was by myself and the third (final?) was with three of my kids. The first time I do not remember it being hard at all. We probably ran up it. The second time I do not remember it being hard either. The third time was a bear. I made it in 5.5 hours, 2 hours behind my kids. This getting old stuff is just plain no good. I might give one more shot at Mt. Washington when I am 68 and retired, if I make it that far. Anyone that wants to go with me is more than welcome. Until then I continue to work at Goddard Space Flight Center for NASA, trying to have fun and make things happen. I offered to fly on the U-2 with an instrument I am working on this past spring, but they turned me down - something about age & weight restrictions and

qualifications. I told them I was an ex-nuke and should be able to pick anything up in a couple of days. They did not buy it. Imagine that! Rejection can be tough. And finally, I have started sailing again the past year. Nearby is yours truly on a 52-foot sailboat in the British Virgin Islands last December. I think we ought to have a reunion down there sometime; 300 or 400 ’76ers could take over the place and create 35 years later, Leroy Sparr at the Mt. stories that would last two lifetimes. n Washington Summit

Payne Kilbourn and Leroy Sparr somewhere below the tree line

Leroy Sparr, Mark Clements, Scott Jenkins and Ray Putt in Hawaii between nuke school and prototype. Notice the beer and pineapples at their feet.

Mark Clements, Leroy Sparr and Scott Jenkins on the Banzai Pipeline beach. They did a lot of bodysurfing in some very large (>10’) waves. Those were the days!

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Leroy Sparr trying to hitch a ride on a U-2 for NASA

Denise & John Kruse pose with Teal & Dan Mitchell in Pennsylvania

Leroy regaining his sea legs on a sailboat

Jim Stavridis is off to a quick start in his new career: n Official retirement was 1 July, and started immediately afterward as Dean of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University in Boston. We’ve bought a home in historic Bedford between Lexington and Concord along the Minuteman Trail. I am also serving as the Chair of the Board of the U.S. Naval Institute in Annapolis and have an office in the yard overlooking Hospital Point, so I get back to the DC area fairly frequently. Commissioning Ensign Julia Stavridis, USN, Nurse Corps a few weeks ago after she graduated from Georgetown and she started at Bethesda this week. Will be set up fully in Boston by early August and looking forward to Classmate visitors! I wrote a piece in The Atlantic about the 37-year voyage: http://www.theatlantic.com/national /archive/2013/07/37-years-in-thenavy/277424/ n John Kruse made it into the Hill’s top 50 most beautiful people list (labeled as the “Man about the town”)! Check out the link: http://thehill.com/50-mostbeautiful-2013/?n=20 Below is a picture of Denise and John Kruse with Teal and Dr. Dan Mitchell with in the USNA ’76 sponsored room at the Officers Christian Fellowship conference center in White Sulphur Springs, PA. A number of Classmates contributed to decorate the room.

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I’ve come to the end of the mailbag so it looks like I have a little room for a Hubbard Family news update. Barb and I spent a memorable vacation in Cocoa Beach, FL, in early July. We were joined for the week by Becca and Billy Hubbard ’01, and their three beautiful children, Bella, Hampton, and Will. It was a lot of fun in the Florida sun and even got a full day in at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in Orlando.

The Hubbard Family descends on Disney World

That’s it for now – I look forward to seeing you at the tailgaters! Go Navy!!!

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As we gather this month for our 35th Reunion and recall old times and remember classmates and family I appropriately open with some fitting news. First I open with a little elaboration on the life of 13th

Company’s Mark Mooney. As you may recall from a previous column Mark passed away on May 8th in San Diego, CA. After graduation he served in the Navy for five and a half years before leaving as a Lieutenant. He then pursued a career in telecommunications and hardware area networking for call centers. His last fourteen years he was with National Pen, the second largest ink manufacturer in the USA. Mark loved the job and how it challenged his skills to be very detailed oriented and knowledgeable about the systems he created and maintained. He had many hobbies- sailing his 30 foot sailboat every chance he got; being a member of the San Diego Mopar Club; restoring the families ’71 Cuda with assistance from Jack and Lee; reading war history and Sci-Fi books and collecting them for the family’s little in-house library; and traveling the world and USA. A devoted and family-oriented man, Mark is survived by his wife of 28 years, Carolyn, his brother Michael and mother Hazel Jane Mooney. Please keep Carolyn and all the Mooney family in your thoughts and prayers. Our prayers and condolences also go out to Sheri and Ray Luevano over the unexpected loss of their son, Josiah. Josiah passed away on June 18th from pulmonary embolism. Josiah had been living in Colusa CA where he was working on his friend’s family farm. Though he was only 25 it was he left a mark organizing fund-raising projects that brought the Menlo College community together like support for veterans returning from Iraq; studying in China where he immersed himself in a culture that gave him a new appreciation of his homeland as well as a better understanding of theirs. To cite from the Menlo Park College memorial of him – as “a Chinese proverb says, birds don’t sing because they have answers. They sing because they have a song. We have our own song: Josiah and our joyous memories of him.” Please remember Ray, Sheri and their younger son, Aaron in your thought and prayers. The circle continues in another area with the link in the chain unbroken as we saw new Second Lieutenants and Ensigns at Commencement this year. One reported was Jan and Jim Fiorelli’s son, Ensign Michael Fiorelli (’12). In attendance were Vinnie Bellezza, who stopped on his way from PAXRIVER River to Philly where he was picking up his son, Ensign John Bellezza, who is in the VP Rag in JAX; Brian Rodgers

(’79), who is married to Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Congresswoman representing Eastern Washington; and CDR Dave Behnke (’95), a good friend of the Fiorelli family.

plaque designating it as my room; very similar to the W.T. Door nameplate outside the Midshipman Sample Room in Mother B. Uh huh sure, Ray. Besides maybe Cecil said it because he knew that he might not be around after his confirmation as STRATCOM comes through. (Of course, maybe you can work a deal with his – to be confirmed relief, Harry Harris).

The Fiorellis on Commencement Day 2012

Bart Buechner’s been working with Joe Schmitz to help with release of his Inspector General Handbook. On the drawing board for quite a while and the book has now has been published by the Center for Security Policy (CSP). It turns out the release of the book in Mid-June coincided with the recent spate of government scandals, in particular, the IRS “targeting” of conservative groups, which was surfaced by an investigation by the Treasury Department Inspector General. Since this is one of the very few books ever written by or about IG’s, Joe has been invited to comment in the media, including an Op-Ed piece in the Wall Street Journal and an appearance on Fox News. The book is available on Amazon. In the first month it was out it reached “best seller” status on AMAZON in its category, which is something of a specialty audience but still a significant achievement. The book announcement can be viewed at http://www.jespllc.com /media/126722/ig_handbook.pdf. Near the end of June, Hank Van Oss, Jim Vanderkamp, and Ray Kwong were able to steal Cecil Haney from his office as PACFLT for over an hour to meet for a ’78 lunch at the 7 Palms Restaurant at the Navy-Marine Golf course in Pearl Harbor (“But still when two or three shall meet, And old tales be retold.”) Ray reported that it “was great to catch up and how well our classmates have fared inside and outside the Navy (as we approach retirement), and make commitments to get together again; proving that ’78 is the closest group of any class from USNA”. Cecil was gracious in inviting them to have the next ’78 lunch at the historic Nimitz House. However, Ray thought he was over-extending when he said he would set aside the best guest room for him, to include a small name

It’s been a long while since we’ve heard from Rich Polek but he dropped a quick note to say that Alex and Jack Christensen drove through Chicago on their way to meet Jill, Anna and Marie in Denver for a western US vacation. The entire Polek family (Rich, Jennifer, Nadilee and Cole) rendezvoused with the Christensen men north of the city for some traditional Chicago style sandwiches. The time was short, but the quality of conversation was high and here’s a great pic that Jennifer took of (left to right) Nadilee, Rich, Cole, Jack, Alex.

Atti and Larry Galvin wrote that their oldest son, Andy (’09 & Caltech ’10),

earned his wings in Pensacola and is now flying with HSC-9 in Norfolk. Middle son, Danny (UVA ’11), is living on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and working at the world’s largest hedge fund in Westport, CT. Youngest son,Timmy, graduated from MIT this year, where he ran track and cross country, was the President of his PBE fraternity, and served as Battalion Commander of the NROTCU Consortium Battalion.The Battalion joins the operations of MIT, Harvard, and Tufts with those of Boston University, Boston College, and Northeastern University so he had a pretty big job.Timmy is staying at MIT another year for graduate school before heading off to the Submarine Force.

Belated congrats to Glen Ives who on May 23, was one of three recipients of Leadership Southern Maryland’s most prestigious award – The Heritage Award. The Heritage Awards are intended to honor individuals within the community who embody one of the organization’s three tenets – Leadership, Service, and Mentoring. This year’s event, held at the beautiful Sotterley Plantation, called attention to the importance of meaningful and innovative service, while providing a networking opportunity for LSM alumni. Glen was the honoree from St. Mary’s County. On July 12, Major General Tim Hanifen held his retirement ceremony after 34 years of service in the Marine Corps. The ceremony was held at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico,VA. Officiating the ceremony

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Greetings, 79ers! Perhaps it’s the dog days of summer, or perhaps everyone’s getting ready for football. Whatever the reason, I don’t have much to report on this month. B-J and Bill Jones checked in from coastal Mississippi, where Bill is still flying

for Delta. Last fall Bill and B-J were looking for a reason to escape the hectic planning of their daughter’s wedding, so they decided to head up to Troy, AL for the Navy football game and tailgate party there. One thing led to another, and once the word got out, a ’79er mini-reunion was born.

Navy-Troy 2012 (l-r): Bill Jones, Gary Thomas ’84, Don Quinn, Craig Grabowsky

Attending the tailgater/reunion were Jean and RADM Don Quinn, who came up from Pensacola, FL. As I reported a couple of columns ago, Don is the Commander, Naval Education and Training (CNET) there. Tami and Craig Grabowski also flew over from Huntsville, AL. Craig works at the Missile Defense Agency as the chief engineer for Ballistic Missile Target Special Programs. Ever humble, Craig insists the long-ish title is just a lot of words to say he’s just a “simple rocket scientist.” Since the game was held on the Marine Corps Birthday, Craig gathered all the Marines in the tailgater, and they performed the traditional singing and cake-cutting. B-J reports that everyone had a great time, except that the wives had to listen to all the old stories …AGAIN! Thanks, B-J, for the note and the photos. My only other news is also from coastal Mississippi (sort of). VADM Ted “Twig” Branch (hometown Long Beach, MS) recently assumed the duties of the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Dominance (N2/N6). This is

’79: Navy-Troy 2012 (l-r): Harolyn Jones (Bill’s mother), Bill Jones, Jean Quinn, Michelle & Gary Thomas ’84, B-J Jones, Don Quinn, Tami & Craig Grabowsky.

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the Navy’s lead office for resourcing Intelligence, Cyber Warfare, Command and Control, Electronic Warfare, Battle Management, Oceanography and Meteorology capabilities, among others. Ted had just completed a tour as the Commander, Naval Air Forces Atlantic in Norfolk,VA. Congrats, Ted! One quick non-Mississippi note – Jim “Chainsaw” Crawshaw checked in to say he has resurfaced (our class website had him on the “missing” list), and resides in the greater Las Vegas, NV area. Thanks, Jim! And that, classmates, is a wrap. Remember, if you happen to be anywhere near the Yard during football weekends, please come out and join the ’79er tailgate crew in the Gold lot near Rowe Boulevard. Look for the ’79 flag. Karen and I will join the gang this fall – I promise I won’t take embarrassing SHIPMATE photos (well, not too many…). See you next month. Go Navy! Omnes Viri, —Wiz…

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Greetings Classmates, Last month was great – I was actually able to write the column in my own home and had a great deal of input from the Class. This month I’m back to old habits, at 35,000 feet on my way to St. Louis for the Veterans Affairs Small Business Conference and scratching for input…alas…On to the MailBag: This month included some new contributors as well. I received a note from Liz Durham Hallinan, teawithdogs@yahoo.com, who like the rest of us is making changes and enjoying life. n Hi Joe, I have finally reached the point in my life that I realize that I am NOT 21 anymore. In fact this November I am thinking of doing a ‘”still alive at 55 party”. Some of the ladies from class of 1980 are getting together in October for another girls day out in Williamsburg,VA. I have also given up bedside nursing care after 16 years and put myself out to pasture working in utilization review of charts. Even my 10- year old terrier will be happy that I don’t have to work 12

hour shifts anymore. My daughter is still at Baylor working on her Masters, other than that love empty nesting!! Liz n Many moons ago, one of my Shipmates on the West Point Exchange program was Harley Skidmore, Harley.Skidmore @schreiberfoods.com who lives in Cheese Head Country as a Cheese head with season tickets and manages a Cheese company. I was fortunate enough to attend his retirement a few years ago (6). Anyway, in reflection, he sent in this note: n Joe, My son Karl (CPT US Army USMA ’09) and I are visiting Quantico, family and all. I’m at Happy Hour in the bar where we had my retirement party. As I look across the room in my mind’s eye I can see you and all my 14th Company classmates sitting along the long tables drinking and having a good time. Funny how 6 years goes by so fast?! n Isn’t that the truth! Always great to see the sons and daughters carrying on their parents traditions. Good luck to Karl! I think I mentioned in the last column that Greg Mislick, gmislick99@yahoo.com came by the house while at a conference in New Orleans. We were in the process of buying a property that we are going to be using for Wounded Warriors visiting the City and he was a great help as a second set of eyes and opinions. He’s now a published Author and accomplished professor at the Naval War College. We enjoyed great food, great stories (that only get better with age) and catching up. He said “Have thought about those shrimp and sausage and corn on the cob and Mt Gay rum on numerous occasions!” We are hoping to get together with the Monterey clan soon. I received a very nice note of thanks from Bob Miller, rwmiller80@ gmail.com following the funeral for his wife Kim. He was very appreciative of the Class response and support he received from his Shipmates. Here is his note: n Joe, I wanted to write and thank you and the rest of our class for the outpouring of sympathy and support upon the loss of my wonderful wife Kim. Besides my roommate Kevin Ketchmark and 32nd Company mates Roger Ishii, Ron Colvin, Jon Butram, and Mark Bathrick visiting or checking in, several other classmates made time to stop by or write wonderful words of condolence on Kim’s memorial page. Although this is a

tragic and sad time in my life, it warmed my heart to have such friends 33 years after graduating. The support has been an immense help to me and I look forward to continuing to communicate with some of my friends who I had lost touch with. Thanks again. Bob n

On my summer vacation I went to: Annapolis for graduation! (Early vacation. ....) Susan

Roger Ishii, Bob Miller, Kevin Ketchmark

Ron Colvin, Bob Miller, Charlie Booth (shipmate as well as classmate)

Walt Porr, waltporr@comcast.net, 34th Company, checked in from Boston where he was recently ordained a Sub-Deacon in the Antiochian Christian Archdiocese of North America.

Susan and Sub-Deacon Walt Porr

I also received a short note from Susan Cabral, sudan85@cox.net who reported on her son Josh (remember the earlier article in Shipmate), who received a second evaluation on his knee and was given restricted line Supply Corps. Now to show the small world we live in…he’s currently TAD at USNA in disbursing; under Lt Bethmann (yep, Scotty’s son) until SC school in Jan.

It was a real treat to receive a note from one of my 33rd Herd Company Mates, Pat Lefler, plefler@spruancegroup.com who wrote in with an update on the family of one of our own: n Joe, Another update on the family of departed classmate David Kish who was killed in 1996 in an aircraft mishap as a Sikorsky test pilot. In early June, I was fortunate to attend the wedding of Sarah Kish—Dave and Patty’s middle child—to Peter Morgan. The wedding was held in the Nags Head, NC area where Patty and her husband Bill are now living. Good friends and classmate Wayne Borchers and his wife Cathi were also in attendance. The wedding was wonderful. While Dave’s mother Helen was unable to attend due to declining health, all of Dave siblings made the trip to Nags Head. It was nice to see his brother and sisters once again. Patty (along with husband Bill) continues to do a wonderful job raising the girls. Meghan graduated from University of Richmond in 2006, got married in 2011 to Adam Fillius, and they are both working as police officers in the Richmond area. New bride Sarah graduated from the University of Virginia in 2009 and works in Washington D.C. And Mara just graduated in May from Lafayette College. As I’ve said before, Dave would be very proud. n Thanks Pat, it is so very important that we keep the memories of those who have died alive with our stories, our gatherings and by taking care of their families. What a great success story! Support the Annual Fund. Visit usna.com and click Give Online.

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80•81 CLASS NEWS Our own globetrotting Ron Thompson, ron.thompson@ge.com checked in from the deep deep south (Brazil) with this update: n Hello Joe: I have e-mailed you maybe 2 or 3 times in 20+ years, and typically refrain from “bragging” about myself, but I just got an exciting new promotion. I will have worked for Ron Thompson GE 15 years as of early SEP. I will be relocating to Brazil (Campinas) in late SEP/early OCT for a 12 month “unaccompanied” tour ex-pat bubble assignment to lead the GE Power & Water Renewables (wind turbines) Sourcing Quality team there. Although I am not a big soccer fan, I should be there for the World Cup next JUN/JUL (so I will become one by default). If any classmates are visiting Brazil, look me up (I am on LinkedIn). n I have a great story that came in from Bill Brodhag, bill13576@yahoo.com, which I would like to share. It emphasizes the value of reaching out to our Classmates. n Joe, I had a letter in my Inbox this morning, from one of my lost classmates ....It said that he had read my note in Shipmate, which I hadn’t actually seen yet (long story....), but thank you! I have now read your column, and also took the time to register on the alumni website.... Again, thanks, because I really did not know that

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I could look up lost classmates there.... While I wait for that feature to become active for me, I really do appreciate ALL of your efforts..... Many, MANY THANKS!! Sincerely, Bill Brodhag n It’s always really encouraging to hear about connections that are made again between Classmates and Shipmates. Speaking of reaching back to memories – Randy Stefanovic, rstefanovic @bellsouth.net has been behind the power curve and finally got his kids to the Boat School.

Well, that’s all the news that I’m allowed to print. A somewhat slimmer Mailbag this month – but its summer, it’s hot – and the Academic year is just about to start for the new Class of Plebes. Heaven help them! A whole new group for us to tell stories – starting with the time honored phrase….” When I was a Plebe…” I hope that this finds each of you healthy, happy and wiser today than yesterday. Please take a few moments to renew a friendship, call a Classmate, take care of each other – you never know what a difference you can make. As Always, BEAT ARMY, Joe

Randy and three of his kids, Matthew (11), Hannah (6) & Olivia (16) in front of Bancroft Hall. Just missing my son Nick (19).

n Dear Joe: I started late with kids so at school parent/teacher meetings and Little League games people can’t believe that I am 55 years old while most everyone else is in their 30’s and 40’s. It’s a bit embarrassing. Well anyhow, we now live in New Jersey. We moved from Florida due to a wonderful career opportunity for both my wife and me. Living in New Jersey allows us to discover other parts of the nation like discovering Wash DC, Baltimore and Annapolis. It’s only a few hours away. That was not possible living in South Florida…everything was a plane flight and a major evolution… This last weekend was the FIRST time my kids have seen the US Naval Academy! I cannot believe all the new buildings!

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Unexpectedly this trip resulted in my son Matthew (11) wanting to go to the “Boat School” and even my daughter Olivia (16 and a High School Honor Roll student) is showing some interest. While walking through the yard we ran into the new plebes. Boy that brought back memories. I could not believe that was 37 Years ago! Wow…We are now members of “the Old Farts Club”! By the way I got tickets and I am taking my son Matthew to the Army/Navy Game in Philly! I can’t wait! n

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Greetings Classmates. Our former Class President, Bob Ravener (17) is now an author. Bob just wrote and published a book called “Get Up! Step Up! Stay Up!” Here is what he had to say: n “My new book was launched on August 6 on Amazon.com. I do not plan to personally profit from the sales of this book (although I will try to recoup expenses) so I am currently looking at charitable causes to ensure a Bob Ravener’s new donation is made book from every sale. If you who do read the book, I hope you will find it interesting, and do hope you will submit an Amazon book review (this is critical to getting books from first time authors like me to make it). Any positive words you put on Amazon will be greatly appreciated”. Here are a few tidbits from the cover: “A young boy, raised in an impoverished, alcoholic and dysfunctional family overcomes tremendous odds and countless obstacles through perseverance, grit, and an unbreakable spirit. In his inspirational story, he climbs his way out of despair to scale the steep mountains of life and realize the American dream. In Up! Bob Ravener uses real life experiences to convey his message and create a blueprint for facing and overcoming challenges in both personal and professional settings. n Bob, congratulations on the book! Here is a follow up to Chuck Smith’s (24) report on getting together with his old roommate Barry Loveless. Barry’s report: n “Steve, Chuck set me up pretty well, so I guess there’s no getting out of it. I went

CEC after graduation and had the usual mix of Seabee, Public Works, and Construction tours stationed at Gulfport, Philadelphia, Charleston, Port Hueneme, Sasebo, San Diego, and Pearl Harbor. My final tour was as Regional Engineer for Navy Region Northwest at Bangor, WA where I retired out of in 2005. I have been here ever since with a nice retirement job as Public Works Director for the nearby City of Poulsbo. It lets me keep close track of my two teenage boys who go to school just up the street. My wife, Kathy is a retired Navy Nurse, and we were married at the Chapel in 1986. My ’81 claim-to-fame is that Barbara Bush snagged my Mid hat after the graduation toss, which I found out several months later when her letter finally caught up with me after several TAD moves. Attached is a photo of company mates Henry Aszklar, Chuck, and me after meeting up at Cantlers”. n Barry, thanks for the note, and Chuck, thanks for getting Barry to write in!

He graduated with the Class of ’54. He was a pilot and flew in various fighter and attack aircraft AND he was shot down in Vietnam and spent 5 years as a POW. He was actually CO, Naval Station, Annapolis while we were at the Academy. He lives on his boat at the marina next the O’Club during the summer and lives permanently in Annapolis. At any rate, Ted and I convinced him to attend the COC Ceremony and to Ted’s credit, he took a few minutes out of his remarks to recognize CAPT Ted Shuman ’54 and his remarkable service. At the end of the ceremony everyone wanted to speak to him (and thank him) from the CNO to all the other visiting dignitaries. It was a special moment for a very humble and unassuming hero. I forgot to mention that he returned to the O’Club later that first night and gave me his extra NAPS sweatshirt he found on his boat. Not a lost ring story, but a serendipitous story of a couple of old Napsters. By the way, the front of Nimitz Hall looks a little shabby because I think it’s unoccupied now. I was told the NAPS “dorm” is over where we used to take classes. I think it’s time we get Jamie Navarro and Tim Burke working on the NAPS reunion!” n Bob, what a great story, thanks so much.

Henry Aszklar and two old roommates at Cantlers

Bob Schulze (1) bailed me out with a great story just as I was about to submit a very short column. He was back in Newport RI for company mate Ted Carter’s and John Christianson’s (36) Change of Command at the Navy War College. Bob’s story will resonate with us NAPSters. n “While on “Codington Point I thought I’d visit the place where it all started.We were at the O’Club the night before the ceremony and I happened to notice an older gentlemen wearing a NAPS sweatshirt. I went over to him and ask him where he got the sweatshirt (thinking his son or grandson may have attended NAPS) and found out that HE had gone to NAPS. I responded that I did as well and asked where I could get a sweatshirt. He said his wife stumbled across it at the Base Thrift store of all places, so she picked up the two that were there. He asked why I was there and I said for the War College COC the next day and he remarked about the incoming admiral’s “resume”.

Bob Schulze visiting where it all started

Bob’s note was a reminder that there was a very significant event in Newport on July 2 that almost went unreported to your scribe! On that day the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) welcomed its 54th president during a change of command ceremony onboard Naval Station Newport. As mentioned above, Rear Adm. Walter E. “Ted” Carter Jr. relieved Rear Adm. John N. Christenson, who had been at the helm since March 30, 2011. Here is a recap from Navy News regarding this great occasion: n Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert ’75, the ceremony’s presiding official and guest September-October 2013

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81•82 CLASS NEWS speaker, commended Christenson for a job well done. “He has led this college through some very, very dynamic times,” said Greenert, referring to the fiscal uncertainty of the past 12 months and the recent support provided by the NWC to Operation Odyssey Dawn and the AsiaPacific rebalance. “He certainly was the right person for the job.” In recognition of his achievements, Christenson received the Navy Distinguished Service Medal. Christenson leaves the “Navy’s Home of Thought” for his next assignment as deputy U.S. military representative to NATO Military Committee in Brussels, Belgium. “Others may command fleets of ships and aircraft, and today some even command fleets of cyber warriors,” said Christenson. “I was privileged to command the United States Navy’s fleet of minds.” Carter, a native of Burrillville, R.I., thanked Greenert for giving him the opportunity to return home and to lead the U.S. military’s oldest and most prestigious academic institution. “I am excited, humbled and have never been more proud to be a naval officer than today at this very moment,” said Carter. Having most recently served as director for the Navy’s 21st Century Sailor Office and, before that, commander of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, Carter was hand selected by Greenert to lead the NWC in the 21st century. “This is the guy I want up here,” said Greenert. “He’s a visionary … someone who’s wholly committed to the institution. He will sustain this war college as our finest and most relevant, and develop the naval strategists for the 21st century.” n As you would expect, we had some Classmates on hand to witness the occasion. In the photo below you will see (L-R) Bud Womer (1), Dave Mutzbaugh (23), Mike Sherlock (36), John Christenson,Ted Carter, Bob Schulze,Tim Garrold (35) , and Ruth Donahue (Mark’s wife). Ted and John, congratulations to both of you.

that it will hopefully be returned to the soldier’s family members. “My great uncle was a good man, and although World War II was hard on him, I know he would want the family to have the flag,” Caldwell said.

Classmates at the Change of Command for the Naval War College

Next a pretty neat story from right here in Pearl Harbor featuring our Pacific Fleet Submarine Commander, Frank Caldwell (8). In a gesture of friendship and goodwill, Frank returned a Japanese good luck flag belonging to a World War II Imperial Japanese soldier this past July 26. Frank returned the flag to Consul General of Japan,Toyoei Shigeeda, at the Consulate-General of Japan at Honolulu. The flag was previously in the possession of Frank’s great uncle, Capt. (Ret.) Jay V. Chase, a World War II U.S. naval officer. A hinomaru yosegaki, or good luck flag, was a traditional gift for Japanese servicemen, signed by friends, family and co-workers, before he left for his military duty during World War II.The flag would typically be held close to the body as a keepsake with messages of encouragement and patriotism. As was the tradition, the flag was signed by the soldier’s family, friends, and the mayor of the town with short messages of good luck before he left for his military duty. Frank noted that most of the time flags were given to soldiers with the expectation that they wouldn’t return, and for him it never felt right to keep it. “This flag didn’t rightfully belong to me, it belongs to the town or the family,” Caldwell said. “It’s meaningful to Japan, it’s meaningful to the town, and it’s meaningful to the family of the soldier to who it belonged.” Frank didn’t know how his great uncle received the flag, but he is sure that his great uncle would be happy to know

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Frank Caldwell returns a Japanese flag from WW II

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Good Morning, ’82! The summer doldrums were in full force this year, as I only had one submission for this issue: Tim Holland (29) shared: n “It’s been too long — time for an update. After my retirement in April 2011 at Memorial Hall I joined URS Corporation to capitalize on my IT and acquisition experience. I split my time between Pax River, the DC area and San Diego. In February this year I transferred over to Cumbria, UK, to work on a cyber program at the UK nuclear decommissioning site at Sellafield.Very interesting stuff if you’re an IT guy! “Beautiful country in the Lake District! I’ve been hiking the fells and climbing the mountains there in my spare time. Suzanne is taking care of home,

keeping busy with horses/hounds/terriers and visits every few weeks; she’s enjoying the local culture and is calling the house there the “cottage in the village”. We’re touring ruins, castles and palaces and I’m blogging it all at http://expat-americanin-england.blogspot.com/ if anyone wants to see some photos of the Lake District and other areas. I just accepted a promotion to Chief Information Security Officer at Sellafield, so I’ll be there for another couple of years. Take care, ’82 BACKS THE BLUE!” n

Don Loa and Dean Yamasaki at the Thirsty Third reunion.

Darryl Manwaring (20): “Two awesome dudes!” John Vargo (4): “Looking good but 4th company rocks too.” David Culbertson (3): “Brothers from a different mother.” Lewis Gilpin (34) provided a moment of personal pride: “Induction Day NAPS. Proud of our first born, Bailey!!”

Tim Holland on Whin Rigg in the UK. See more of Tim’s photos of the beautiful UK countryside at http://expat-american-in-england.blogspot.com/

In the absence of additional submissions for this issue, I turned to Facebook. About 30% of our class belongs to the USNA ’82 Facebook group, and probably only a fraction of that view it regularly. The group has become an interesting repository for information on upcoming events (formal and ad hoc), family news, classmate sightings, personal musings and lots of reminiscing, especially around May 26 and July 6. (no politics – there are plenty of other places for that). There have been a few posts lately that resulted in a high number of responses, mostly due to the shared nature of the underlying subject matter. Space prevents me from duplicating all of the responses, so I have included just a smattering of them to give you a flavor of what goes on in the land of Facebook, USNA ’82-style. For the 70% of you who have not joined, you may do so by going to www.facebook.com/ groups/USNA82. Several wives have joined as surrogates for their Facebook-bashful husbands. Don Loa (3) posted a classmate reunion photo: “Me and Dean Yamasaki (3) hanging out at our Thirsty Third get together. Cheers to many years of friendship! Miss 3rd Company. Support the Annual Fund. Visit usna.com and click Give Online.

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Lewis, Bailey and Julie Gilpin at Bailey’s NAPS induction.

William Schmidlin (1): “Congrats. (And durn, Lew, how’d you keep your hair?)” Clay Miller (23): “Beat Army!!!” Kevin Smith (20): “Another link in the chain!” Rene Oldham, wife of Jeff (34): “Congratulations Bailey and hope you can connect with our son - Alex Oldham - 3rd company.” Bill K. J. Hebert (33) started off with this classic: “In case anyone wanted to relive Plebe summer, here is a menu from July 1978 to help you with your chow call”

Plebe Summer chow call flashbacks. “Sir, the menu for evening meal is …”

James R Righter Jr (5): ”Do you have it memorized yet?” Rick Stein (18): “Looking for: Ham Francisco..Baked Cod Almondine...Specky Vanilla Ice Cream..” Keith Boring (24): “Cannonballs!” Mark Hardy (22): “I think I can still reel off the Quarter Pound Hamburger chow call...” Rett Rasmussen (21): “Ice cream in the “helmets” from the USNA dairy. Yum!” Jeff Jethro Hansen (2): “Ice tea with lemon wedges...” Pete Hoffman (35): “Waldorf whipped potatoes, wagon wheel salad, and ham Francisco! Yum yum!” Tom Clemons III (11): “Wish I could still eat like that today.” William Schmidlin (1): “You could, but you’d weigh at least 500 pounds.” Nicholas A. Marcantonio (22): “I am in awe of the fact that you still have this!” Keith Boring (24): “I am afraid to ask what else you squirreled away.” Dave Grim (1): “Ain’t no mo’ milk.” John Vanden Berghe (27): “That was some heavy duty chow. How did I lose 13 lbs. between I-Day and parents weekend?” David Samples (13): “I miss the ice cream.” Pete Sauvé (19): “Up until a couple of weeks ago, in my tool box, I had a No. 2 pencil with my Alpha Code written on it. Still remember the summer detail ordering us to write it on EVERYTHING that got issued to us.” Chris McGuire (32): “Amazing! What a time capsule. I was going to run with a Ham Francisco reference, but I see several others beat me to it. Anybody got a recipe?” Chris McGuire (32): “I agree about the ice cream. That, Ham Francisco, and Cannonballs are in my pantheon of USNA food memories...” Chris McGuire (32): “Weren’t we all wearing wardroom food one night?” Steve Gatanis (6): “Yes we were, and what a great night that was - except for the clean-up afterward.” Kevin Smith (20): “That paper is looking pretty yellow...” Bill Dawson (25): “Proof that pictures on the Internet are forever. Even the scary stuff. And as a former “Captain Food” I can promise you that the recipe for Ham Francisco has long since been lost, along with Neeb’s Loaf and Baked Cod Almandine.”

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82•83 CLASS NEWS Keith Boring (24): “Probably transferred to the CIA to avoid FOIA requests!” Ed. Note:The recipe for Neeb’s Loaf is alive and well.The wife of our beloved Food Services Officer, Karen Jensen Neeb (later published under Karen Jensen Gibson) published “Brigade, Seats! The Naval Academy Cookbook”. which my wife purchased from Amazon.com a few years ago. On page 37 is the famous “Neeb’s Loaf ”, the ingredients for which include 1622 lbs. of ground beef, 123 lbs. celery, 135 lbs. onions, 34 gallons milk, and 202 loaves of bread (crumbled). Combine and bake in 6 lb. loaves.There is also a home use recipe that serves eight.The recipes for Ham Francisco and Cannonballs, including the hard sauce, are also in this book.

Paul Limbacher (6): “I’ve waited long enough for this comment - am I the only one that still carries the torch for honey dippers?” Rett Rasmussen (21): “Honey dippers dipped in hot chocolate. That and breakfast sandwiches (USNA Egg McMuffin) were the only items that would compel me to go down to breakfast.” Bob Hendry (12): “How’s the cow? How long have you been in the Navy? Why didn’t you say sir? Why did you stick out your paw?” Pete Hoffman (35): “Thanks Rett. I laughed so hard remembering that EPIC food fight!” John Vanden Berghe (27): “And the menu blows away the Speedo pic for most comments from the group. 5th period Chemistry after quarter pounders... “Stand up in the back of the room Mr.Vanden Berghe!”” Paul Limbacher (6): “Big ‘N’ steak sandwiches carried that same lethality.” Bob Hendry (12): “OK, I’m having a brain bubble. What did we call it when you held the ice cream bowl or food tray or milk carton straight in the air to signal for seconds?” Bill K. J. Hebert (33) started another popular thread: “Ah, room inspections. Thank you, sir, can I have another?”

Pete Hoffman (35): “I got so tired of them exploding our room that I exploded my squad leaders room. Not my smartest move!!” Mark Mooshagian (23): “Don’t forget to stand ICOR watch at the appropriate time in Dahlgren Hall.” Kevin Smith (20): “Does anyone have a spare CMOD message pad? I seem to have run out...” Doug Nordman (12): “Yeah, no flashbacks or nightmares here...” Paul LaRocque (32): “TSP ASAP OBSTCR” Frank Valente (8): “Maybe this is a good sign, I forgot what TSP stands for ...” Paul LaRocque (32): “Tailor Shop Party.”

Room on 4-3, 21st Company, occupied Youngster year by Carroll, Dever, Klemencic and Rasmussen, on a typical weekend. The statute of limitations has passed, right?!

Bill K. J. Hebert (33) continued with another form from the past: “Kevin Smith - You requested a CMOD pad.What else can I do for you?”

“Brigade, Seats! The Naval Academy Cookbook” by Karen Jensen Neeb. All your favorite meals and how to make them.

Kevin Smith (20): “Ham Francisco...take a ham steak, slather both sides with marine epoxy, imbed a layer of mac&cheese, bread and fry to greasy perfection.Two hours later, check your LDLs and triglycerides.” Mark Shields (24): “Just got a craving for “Specky Vanilla Ice Cream, Little Smokies, Breakfast Sandwich Kit, Lady Baltimore Layer Cake.” Rett Rasmussen (21): “I’ve got links to the items in The Log about the Great Beat Army Food Fight of 1978 at http://rettras.com/the-great-beat-armyfood-fight-of-1978/ Kelly Keenan (33): “Ice cream & strawberries for breakfast. I got up for that one even when I didn’t have to.” Chris McGuire (32): “This thread just gets more amazing! BZ to Razz for bringing The Log back to life here on FB!”

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Midshipman Notification Memo. Do they email or text these now? Room Inspection Report. Has anybody used this on your children’s rooms?

Jeremiah McEnerney (34): “I got a little queezy looking at it...ashtray dirty? Now all we need is a form 2...” George Chamberlain (29): “Don’t forget to “Pledge” the tiles in front of the door! If the inspector falls on his ass when he enters, you get a 4.0.” Kevin Smith (20): “You guys have some scary stuff in your scrapbooks...”

Pete Hoffman (35): “Bring me a Deuce! OBSTCR!” Doug Nordman (12): “Bill - I don’t know which is scarier: that you thought to save a copy of these while we were there, or that you’ve been haulin’ ‘em around for all these years...But I enjoy grossing out my daughter with what college could have been like for her, had she gone to USNA!”

Bill K. J. Hebert (33): “Mom recently gave me a box of letters that I sent home. Apparently, I was too cheap to buy the fancy stationary, so I wrote letters home on the back of anything I could find.” Kevin Smith (20): “Shipmate, you’ve got me worried now. Are you running a private museum? Outstanding...” Paul Denham (14): “Collection for Form 2s?” Michael Case (15): “What are those, Paul? Never see one of those in my life.” Ed. Note: We are still waiting for a Form 2 to surface. Anybody have one to share? So, classmates, time, tide and shipmate deadlines wait for no one. Please tap out a quick note to our class and send it my way. And while you have your computer booted up, head on over to www. facebook.com/groups/USNA82 and join the party. It will amaze you how quickly thirty one years fade away. Looking good, ’82! – Razz

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It’s that time again, deadline for Shipmate – the submission is due and once again, I am writing the night before, this time with almost nothing in the mailbag. However, thanks to Facebook there is a bit of newz. da newz: First up Flag newz: June 27, 2013 – Senate confirmations result in future promotions for two of our own Bill Galinis will make the transition from Captain to Rear Admiral lower half. And this being the SeptemberOctober issue of Shipmate, by the time this hits your mailbox we will have a new class SOPA – VADM Joe Rixey. Joe should promote the morning of September 6, 2013 and relieve the retiring VADM Bill Landay ’78 as DSCA (Director Defense Security Cooperation Agency). Joe was also confirmed by the Senate on June 27. Joe has a big job ahead of him as detailed on the DSCA website. DSCA is the central agency that synchronizes global security cooperation

programs, funding and efforts across OSD, Joint Staff, State Department, COCOMS, the services and U.S. Industry. DSCA is responsible for the effective policy, processes, training, and financial management necessary to execute security cooperation within the DoD. Mission Areas: • Foreign Military Sales ($69.1B in FY12) • Foreign Military Financing • International Military Education and Training • Humanitarian Assistance, Disaster Relief & Mine Action • Regional Centers Way to go Joe! June 28, 2013, more Flag newz – 2 stars: Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced today that the President has made the following nominations: n Navy Rear Adm. (lower half) Paul B. Becker has been nominated for appointment to the rank of rear admiral. Becker is currently serving as director for intelligence, J2, U.S. Pacific Command, Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii. Navy Rear Adm. (lower half) Peter J. Fanta has been nominated for appointment to the rank of rear admiral. Fanta is currently serving as deputy director for resources and acquisition, J8, Joint Staff, Washington, D.C. Navy Rear Adm. (lower half) Frank A. Morneau has been nominated for appointment to the rank of rear admiral. Morneau is currently serving as deputy director, Expeditionary Warfare, N95B, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Washington, D.C. Navy Rear Adm. (lower half) Phillip G. Sawyer has been nominated for appointment to the rank of rear admiral. Sawyer is currently serving as commander, Submarine Group Seven; commander, Task Force Seven Four; and commander, Task Force Five Four, Yokosuka, Japan. n The problem with being class secretary is two-fold – one is the aforementioned writing the column at the last minute.The other is much more important – not missing anyone / getting it wrong. Hopefully I didn’t miss any of our new 1 or 2 star flags, but if I did, they only need to call me and I’ll brace up over the phone. But our new 1, 2, and yes 3 stars also need to send in pictures of their promotion ceremonies when they happen and let the class know what’s next.

Among the classmates at Dixon Smith’s change of command aboard the USS MIDWAY Museum (July 2, 2013) were Mike Philbrook and Dennis Yeatman. Dix is headed off to take command at Navy Region Mid-Atlantic in Norfolk.

Dixon Smith COC

Jim Nail posted his 30th reunion note: n Looking forward to November. Plane Tickets - check! Football tickets - check! Pre-registered - check! Lodging secured (Thank God for good friends!) - check! One step at a time, next will be actually registering for the tailgater and crab feast. n Stephen Murphy posted a 34 year reminder of the day we took the oath. There were of course varied memories of our first day. Joe Wilson: n In hindsight, my I-day experience was funny. I thought that the yelling first class were very silly and no threat, but I was determined to survive plebe summer. I knew almost nothing about USNA prior to my arrival. Until that date, I had never been more than 200 miles from my hometown. I had never seen a beach or a body of saltwater. Suddenly, I am required to memorize the hometown of my company members, who were from across USA and their various cultures did not matter. n Kevin Hale: n My crazy thought when my father and I drove across the Severn River Bridge? It looks just like the catalog. But looks can be deceiving. n Jim Brzostek: n I entered USNA from the fleet; I kept wondering if it was the same Navy... n Pete Bouffard: n According to my Mom, the first thing I said to her after the Induction ceremony was, “What have I gotten myself into?” Over the years I’ve told that story to many fellow grads, and more often than September-October 2013

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the following for username/password retrieval or help registering for your reunion: onlinecommunity@usna.com or holly.powers@usna.com I unfortunately will end this column on a very sad note: Lecia Fuchs, wife of our friend and classmate Randy Fuchs passed away in March. Randy writes: n Lecia—my beloved wife of 28 years lost her long and difficult battle with cancer on March 1st, 2013. Lecia and I met while I was stationed in Sacramento, finishing up NFO flight school and we got married a few months after I got my wings. Lecia was a devoted mother and spared no expense of time and energy to raise our three boys. She was also an incredibly gifted vocalist, most recently singing at the wedding of our oldest son. Lecia was an amazing friend to everyone. She had a way of destroying the emotional barriers and diving into close relationship with the people around her —frequently hearing the life story (sometimes with surprisingly candid details) within minutes of meeting a complete stranger. I was honored and blessed to have classmates Glenn Woodruff (and wife Jenny) and J.O. Mulligan come and be with me for Lecia’s funeral. n Randy – your friends and classmates offer their deepest and most heartfelt condolences. May the memories of the happy times give you strength. The Elk Grove Citizen published the following: n A celebration of the life of Lecia Bonnie Fuchs who died March 1, 2013 at the age of 52, will take place Saturday, April 13. Her family commented that, “In every aspect of her life, Lecia’s love for God was her wellspring. She gave every person that she met the rare opportunity to witness a life spent in dedication to her Creator. “She was an incredibly gifted vocalist - it was her medium of praise to God and she was an integral lead worshipper in many praise teams and choral groups.” Mrs. Fuchs was born Dec. 7, 1960 in Elk Grove to Gordon and Yvonne Aman and graduated from Elk Grove High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Point Loma University and in 1984 she met, fell in love with, and married Randy Fuchs. The couple became parents of three sons, and her family described her as “a devoted mother, first and foremost. Every breath in her life was drawn in service of others, and her family came first.”

She performed at many weddings for close friends and family, most recently at the wedding of her oldest son. Mrs. Fuchs is survived by her husband of 28 years, Randy; sons Austin and wife Andrea, Jerod and Trenton all of Aiken, S.C.; parents Gordon and Yvonne Aman of Elk Grove; brother Craig, wife Judi and daughter Hilary of Lodi; and sister Lynn Wagemann and children Amanda, Ian and Alaina of Elk Grove. Services were held in South Carolina. The local celebration of her life on April 13 will begin at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Elk Grove, 8939 East Stockton Blvd. n That’s all for this month – Pick up the phone, send an email or knock on a door. Make a commitment to reconnect with your friends, whether they are from the old neighborhood or just around the corner. Do it today. Once a classmate, always a classmate. — Chris (New Shipmate email address to send newz to: 83shipmate@gmail.com ) Captain, United States Navy – Retired! ’83- A Class Act!

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PRES: Warren A. Mazanec E: warren.mazanec@1984.usna.com VICE PRES: James W. Wilhelm E: jwilhelm333@gmail.com TREAS: Melanie V. Doherty E: lambchop_nh3@yahoo.com SEC’Y: CAPT Toni Kasprzak, SC, USN (Ret.) 1219 Kings Circle, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 P: 717 525-9622; E:T3mchase@cox.net WEBSITE: www.usna84.org

Dear Classmates, Don’t forget Football season at USNA. Warren Mazanec and Friends do a great job of setting up a tailgater for each home game.You never know who is going to show up…but there are some regulars! Of course, Warren likes to know who is going to show up…so feel free to email/call him. Here is the home football schedule: Saturday, September 14, 3:30 pm NAVY vs Delaware Saturday, October 5, 11:30 am NAVY vs Air Force Saturday, October 26, 1:00 pm NAVY vs Pittsburgh Saturday, November 9, 3:30 pm NAVY vs Hawaii Saturday, November 16, 3:30 pm NAVY vs South Alabama My first note is from Drew Duff, who is checking in from Brazil this time.

The Duffs left Tucson in June for Embassy duty in the capital. Drew feels like he is on his third career, retired from the reserves, over 20 years with the Department of Homeland Security (Customs and Border Protection Air + Marine). Now Drew is with Customs and Border Protection International Affairs. Since Drew had Commander Miguens of the Brazilian Navy for Celestial Navigation, he has always wanted to live and work in Brazil. He can now say that he is fully, “Living the Dream!” Drew sent two pictures, one of his two younger children, Connor and Drew, just before playing with the U.S. Embassy team against the Argentina Embassy. Drew’s older daughters are in the States. Drew thought that he got a little advertising in for Navy Soccer! He thinks that Coach Brandt is going to have a solid year! Pertaining to the outcome, Drew just says that it was a very close game! Drew has been married over 27 years to Brenda. He also sent a photo of the Duffs before the pro futebol game between Flamengo and Curitiba.

’84: Enjoying the Navy Troy State Game.

with RADM Don Quinn ’79. Selecting the most compelling photo, pictured are Harolyn Jones (mother of Bill Jones ’79), Bill Jones ’79, Jean Quinn, Michelle and Gary Thomas, B.J. Jones, Don Quinn, and Tami and Craig Grabowsky ’79. Warm regards, Toni Kasprzak Chase and “The Staff ”

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The Duff Boys take on the Argentinians!

Another shipmate they come fast furious for your trusty scribe. My first note is from Steve Pimpo 19th co and Bob “Goody” Goodman 28th co.They have both joined the senior PGA tours and happened to be paired up in the same group. Goody is a retired 0-6 with a plus 1 handicap. Steve hustles people on the links.

Captain Marcus A. Hitchcock had a Change of Command of the USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). We had a nice representation of our class at the ceremony. (picture included). From left to right: Admiral Mike Gilday 3rd co, Mike Prosperi, John or Jim Winkler 33rd co & 9th co, Rich Venable 32nd co, Lee Clay 14th co, Maureen Ford Cragin 17th co, Captain Marcus Hitchcock 17th co, Steve Ploof 27th co, Jon Rosner 17th co, Bob Castleton 27th co, Joe Wright, Admiral Patrick Piercey 25th co.

Drew, Brenda, Connor and Drew Jr.

Secondly, I would like to thank Wiz Withers Class of ’79 Secretary for sending me some photos from the Navy-Troy football game and tailgate in November 2012. Gary Thomas and his wife, Michelle traveled up from Pensacola ’85: EISENHOWER Change of Command September-October 2013

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85•89 CLASS NEWS My last note was from a Joe Wright groupie. When he is not attending Change of Command ceremonies Joe is a successful attorney in Chicago. Joe will be a Navy Football season ticket holder this upcoming season and looks forward on catching up with everyone.

While this continues to be my dream job, I am trying to get consideration for a teaching position at the Academy in the new Cyber Operation Department. I guess that would make that my dream “academic” job.We’ll see; fingers crossed. If anyone is working at the Pentagon and wants to drop by, my office is 5E170 and I’m in the GAL.” n The Navy Honor Guard at Arlington carries Ed Olenik to his final rest

All the news for now from your humble class secretary, Keep the news coming. — kj

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Please note when you send me material for shipmate please add “SHIPMATE” in the subject line. With plebe parent’s weekend coming up, I should be receiving some great material on how our plebe offspring did during plebe summer camp 2013. I believe that class of 1985 was the last class to experience a real plebe year. Go Navy, Beat Army — VO

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PRES: CAPT W. Scott Gureck, USN (Ret.) 310 Epping Way, Annapolis, MD 21401 P: 808-227-2576; E: scott.gureck@gmail.com CORR SEC’Y: CDR Kevin J. Delamer, USN E: kjd.navy@gmail.com SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR: CAPT Anne G. Hammond, USN (Ret.) E: annegham@aol.com P: 410-980-6460 WEBSITE: http://www.usna.com/classes/1986/

Finally! Some news from the Class William ‘Stan’ Pendergrass (33rd Co) checked in with news of his graduation … he tells it best in his own words: n On May 10, 2013, I graduated from Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh with a Doctor of Science degree in Information Systems and Communications. It was the culmination of three years of hard work, all paid for by my Post 9/11 VA GI Bill. I am well into my second year of work in the Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of the Navy for Plans, Policy, Oversight and Integration (DUSN (PPOI)) in the Pentagon as a Naval Capabilities Analyst for Surface and Cyber Warfare issues. I have run into a few classmates here, namely CAPT Jim Kilby (35th Co) and CAPT Lynn Peterson (28th Co), and keep looking out for more.

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Stan Pendergrass … the tall one in the picture.

On a more somber note, Bill Finn (22nd Co) was among those who were at the final interment of our classmate, Ed Olenick (22nd Co) who passed away in March. Bill’s account is the best tribute. n Ed Olenick passed away suddenly at his home in Huntsville, Alabama, on March 11, 2013. Memorial services were held on March 17, 2013, in his beloved hometown of San Antonio, Texas. On Friday, July 12, 2013, he was buried at Arlington National cemetery with Full Military Honors and I have to state that I was extremely impressed with the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. Ed’s stepdaughter, Jennifer Cronin, delivered a heartfelt and moving eulogy and I had the opportunity of saying a few words in recognition of Ed’s Service to his country, Navy, and especially, family and friends. On behalf of Ed’s wife, Sue, and his Mother, Gayle, and Sister, Sherry, I was very thankful for the great turnout of our classmates at the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Memorial Chapel and Arlington National Cemetery services. Sue made arrangements for a celebration of Ed’s life after the service at nearby Rhodehouse Grill and it was great telling stories and catching up. Present from 22nd Company were Kathy and David Long, Sheri and Wright McLeod, Dawn and Tom Kolongowski, Cici and Jim Donnelly, Chip McClelland, and Chris Hickey. Several additional Classmates were there as well including Lucy Simonian (21st Co), Ivan Pierce (26th Co) and Tom O’Keefe (32nd Co). Ed is missed greatly but I know as long as we remember his smile, laughter, and love of a good joke, he is still with us. n

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Hello ’87, It’s time to enjoy another great batch of updates from classmates. Thanks to our contributors. Please enjoy and send your own news to me at rob.pinataro@ stny.rr.com.

Dave Sasek sends: n Attached are three photos from my retirement from the Navy on 28 June. Ceremony was awesome with more than 200 friends and family attending and it was great to have some of my classmates there to share it with me as well. I will be working at Pepperdine University in Malibu as the Managing Director of Facilities Maintenance and Planning starting on 1 Aug. My wife and I are still searching for our next home, but we will be living in Ventura County. Any classmates passing through Malibu are welcome for a campus tour and a cup of coffee or lunch. I can be reached at david.sasek@pepperdine.edu. In attendance were classmates, Jason Pugh, Erik Shay, Brant Pickrell and George Bugg. n

(Left to Right) Erik Shay, Jason Pugh, Dave Sasek and George Bugg and me and my family.

Rayome Soupiset writes: n I went up to Massachusetts for the senate race for John Kerry’s old seat. As you might know Gabriel Gomez (24th Company; 1987) was the Republican nominee. He put up a great fight; but in the end it is hard to run as a Republican in Massachusetts. n

(Left to Right) Rayome Soupiset and Gabriel Gomez on election night

Gabriel Gomez on election night

Jeff Rayburn shared that his son, Joey Rayburn, completed the last phase of Navy boot camp in July and will head to Charleston for “A” school and nuke school. So proud! Grady Banister is still in uniform and just finished a CO tour on USS IWO JIMA (LHD 7). He was pleasantly surprised to run into Kevin Hill at BAE Shipyards in lovely South Norfolk and mentioned: n Kevin has NORMANDY and was kind enough to invite all the skippers in the shipyard over to his barge for a roundtable and a very nice breakfast. NORMANDY has since wrapped up their work here and moved back up to the waterfront. IWO is still in dry dock though she’s scheduled to float later in August. Alas, I won’t see it – headed up to Newport to sit on the CNO’s SSG with people who are a whole lot smarter than me. Been a fun three years, but XO wants his turn. n All the best and keep the news coming! ~ Rob Pinataro

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PRES: Tucker Hite E: thite@Inc.com SEC’Y: Eric Reinhold 300 South Orange Ave., Suite 750 Orlando, FL 32801-3373 P: 407-241-4294; C: 321-356-8612 E:Eric.reinhold@ampf.com E:Usnagrad1988@yahoo.com WEBSITE: www.usna88.com

I hope you enjoyed your time at our 25-year Reunion! If you have pictures or stories from the weekend, please send me a quick e-mail so that I can include them for everyone’s viewing/reading pleasure in a follow up issue. Speaking of 25 years, since I married my high school sweetheart, Kim, ten days after graduation, we also celebrated 25 years of marriage this year. We chose to commemorate this milestone while crossing off an item on our bucket list – a cruise to Alaska. We hopped onboard the Regatta, an Oceana cruise line ship, in Seattle for the 10 day adventure. As a former Food Service Officer, I was looking forward to being on the receiving end. I would highly recommend this cruise line if you are looking. There are only 650 passengers on this ship versus the typical 3,000 and it is much more luxurious. Some of our excursions included a helicopter ride to the top of Mendenhall Glacier and a 2 mile dog sled ride, whale watching, and an educational trip onboard the “Deadliest Catch” Bearing Sea crab boat. In addition, the smaller ships can get smaller and less touristy ports than the big cruise ships.

Eric and Kim Reinhold onboard the Regatta, n Alaska

Since I don’t have any additional inputs this month, I will let you know that my e-mail address has changed due to my move to Ameriprise Financial, so send all your updates to eric.reinhold@ampf.com. I’m still in Orlando, so if you visit “the mouse house,” then give me shout. I have an office downtown, so it’s easy to get together for lunch or dinner or just give you some ideas in regards to places to stay

other things to see in Central Florida. Speaking of Orlando, with Navy moving into The American Conference in football in 2014, I’m looking forward to seeing Navy play here against conference opponent UCF (University of Central Florida) and over in Tampa against USF (University of South Florida). Thanks, — Eric

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PRES: Ingar Grev 904 Barbury Pl., Annapolis, MD 21401-6485 P: 410-571-0105;W: 703-243-6613 F: 419-818-7319; E: igrev@1989.usna.com CORR. SEC’Y: Scott McFadden E: jscottmc89@yahoo.com LISTSERV: usna89@yahoogroups.org LISTSERV SUBSCRIPTION: send a blank email to usna89-subscribe@yahoogroups.com from the address you wish listserv traffic to be sent TO POST A MESSAGE: write your message and send it to usna89@yahoogroups.com UNSUBSCRIBE: send a blank message to usna89-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com WEBMASTER: CDR Dave Klain, USN E: dave@klain.net

Greetings ’89ers! I’m writing this one month into my three month temporary assignment in beautiful Norfolk,Virginia! I’m having a good time while training for my new job as a field engineer. I’ve visited the USS NORFOLK, USS NEWPORT NEWS, USS MARYLAND and USS WEST VIRGINIA in various states of overhaul and availabilities. I look forward to getting over to Newport News Shipbuilding to tour my old ship, the ex-ENTERPRISE, before she’s scrapped. From Denise (Shorey) Willert: n I had the great pleasure to meet my dear friend Karen (Somsel) Quilty in early May when she and her daughter Reagan were in Virginia for a triathlon competition. As timing would have it, my husband Uwe and I were in Richmond the same weekend with our daughters Stella (6) and Johanna (15 months) for Uwe’s NASCAR Racing Experience, where he got to drive for 5 minutes all by himself! It was pretty neat, although he did say that he was “managed” heavily by the controllers on the short Richmond race track. Sadly, he wasn’t able to ramp up to his usual German autobahn speeds. I retired in 2010 and love the stay-at-home lifestyle. Our two sweet girls are just delightful, and we’re blessed to have them — and running after the baby helps keeps me fit! Karen is active in a million activities, among which is her position as coach of a High Performance Youth and Junior Triathlon team with 45 September-October 2013

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89•94 CLASS NEWS athletes ages 6-16. Last year her team won the USA Triathlon Youth National Team Championship in Ohio. Her daughter Reagan, a rising 7th grader, is just beginning to race in the Olympic Style draft legal races with the best athletes from around the country.They were in Richmond to race against the top 75 triathletes ages 13-15, with Reagan placing 19th as the youngest person in the race. Like mother, like daughter! Her younger daughter, Emerson (10), is a rising 6th grader and also trains and races with the team. Her son Zack (15) just finished his freshman year at Jesuit Tampa, where he went for the outstanding education (an all-boy school) and their state-level football team. Zack’s goal is to play for USNA - Class 2020 – he’s 6’2” and hovers over his parents! Chris and Karen just celebrated their 22nd anniversary and their 18th year in St. Petersburg. Uwe and I will be moving next summer from Virginia Beach back to Germany, and would love to connect with any classmates and friends who may make it that way. All the best for a wonderful summer! The first photo is of my family, Denise and Uwe Willert with our daughters, Stella and Johanna.The second photo is of me, my girls, Karen (Somsel) Quilty and her daughter, Reagan. n

so. One event was we were lucky enough for Will Pennington to give a weekend tour to my son for his birthday as well as the rest of my family of the USS BUSH in Norfolk where he was XO, before he rotated to CO of the BLUE RIDGE in Japan. Look forward to the next carrier tour when he’s CO! I spent a bit time with Steve Obsitnik when he was making his run for Congress in CT. He made a good run and came close. Now that he’s got more time, he’s doing something called hot yoga, which I have no idea what that is. Greg Potteiger, Earl Jones and I went out to Vegas for a long weekend this spring. Tried unsuccessfully to get others to join. In June, Jim Rice ‘81, his son Andrew and I did the Ironman 70.3 on the eastern shore near Annapolis. It was a long culmination of 6 months of Mike McGettigan’s long-distance coaching, and I accomplished the goal of “finisher”. In July, I’ll do the Hero’s Triathlon, an Olympic distance veterans fund raiser in Nantucket. n

retirement of VADM Mark Skinner ’77 on July 26. From Jeff Ellsworth: “I had dinner with Scott Porter near Pt. Magu.” That guy gets around. That’s all for now! — Scott

Paul Dabbar and Jim Rice ‘81 at the finish of the Ironman 70.3

n Greetings all, the attached picture was taken at the pinning ceremony of Kelly “Digit” Hansen in April. Included are myself and CAPT John Mustin. Currently we are all three supporting US Fleet Forces Command as reservists. John is currently the Commanding Officer of NR USFF MOC Greensboro and R.J. Roberts is his XO. I’m at NR USFF MAO Headquarters along with Digit and Billy Castleberry. It is awesome to have such great representation by ’90 at USFF! I also included a picture from my pinning ceremony, which happened in February of this year. Pinning on my “birds” is my USNA Sponsor, Judy Wilbur, who came down to Norfolk for the ceremony. n

BZ, Paul, finishing the ironman! That’s quite the accomplishment! Harry Brandicourt was listed on bankinnovation.net’s website as one of “2013 Innovators to Watch”. From the website:

Thanks Denise, and congratulations on your successful career and retirement. May you have a long and joyful one! Next, Paul Dabbar checks in! n It’s been a pretty busy time with classmates/other grads over the last year or

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n Harry is “Senior Vice President, Managing Director, Strategic Planning Group, Fifth Third Bancorp. Harry Brandicourt attended the United States Naval Academy and spent time chasing drug runners in the Caribbean. He now oversees Fifth Third’s innovation team within the bank and is a thought-leader on organizational innovation in the financial services community. Brandicourt is working to bring the startup mindset — rapid prototyping, short implementation cycles — within the walls of the bank.” n

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Greetings Classmates, Fall is upon us. And depending on where you reside, that means breaking out the ice scrapers and oiling up the snowplow, or moving your shorts to the back of the closet, or maybe just the need to buy your winter flipflops. Regardless, for all of us, it means another season of Navy football. And as the author Terry Prachett once said, “The thing about football - the important thing about football - is that it is not just about football.” So, whether you happen to just catch a glimpse of a Navy game on tv, or you’re honchoing the Class tailgaters at the stadium, it’s a season to celebrate that old collegiate feeling. And a great excuse to remember the days… Input this time begins with Mike Gochis:

Congrats, Harry! Now for some Facebook check-ins! From Mark Vandroff: I ran into Shawn Hendricks and Scott Porter at the Captains Mike Gochis, Kelly Hansen, and John Mustin

Mike Gochis gets his birds

Mike, thanks for the input. So great to see ’90 in leadership positions. And now, thanks goes to Stephen Spagnuolo who sent a link to information he picked up on the e-waves: n “COL Scott Benedict, USMC, has taken command of 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, effective March 2013. MEU’s are the combatant commanders’ principal forward deployed operational unit.There are just 7 MEU’s in rotation; thus being selected as a commanding officer of a MEU speaks to Scott’s distinguished service and command leadership to date.” n Links to Scott’s bio and COC commentary are posted on the 24th MEU website. Scott began his service as an AH-1W Cobra pilot, served in a myriad of operational assignments including four overseas contingency operations and as Commanding Officer of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 367. Scott, Congratulations on your new assignment.

is Operations General Aviation Safety Inspector (series 1825) Front Line Manager/Supervisor. I currently manage all operational work for the Oakland Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) in Alameda, CA. Our district covers most of Northern California. Before this job I worked in Washington, DC as the National Aviation Events Specialist, overseeing all policy and regulation regarding Airshows, Air Races, Parachutes, etc. It was an awesome job because I visited all the major airshows (Oshkosh, Sun and Fun and Andrews AFB) and the Reno Air Race. I also validated the maneuvers for the USN Blue Angels, USAF Thunderbirds, Canadian Snowbirds and USAF Heritage Flight.The validation of the Thunderbirds consisted of riding in the back seat during a practice demo at Nellis, AFB in the F-16. Just recently, I have been accepted to a Master’s Program at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland to study International Relations in 2014. My family and I are excited about this next chapter in our life because we fell in love with the country after visiting my brother-in-law who was studying for his PhD at Aberdeen. Right now, it looks like I will be taking a leave of absence from the FAA for study, even though I just hit the 21 year mark for retirement in the federal government (yes, the Navy time including the Academy counts). I stay in contact with Sal Rafanello, Mike Nash, Dave Fong and worked with Everette Rochon “Roach” in DC. I hope everyone is doing great and invite anyone to email me at mike@aerolegacy.com. Unfortunately, I do not use Facebook anymore because I do not want the NSA knowing my personal business (ha, ha, no serious, ha, ha).The adventure continues from Norcal. Yeehaw ’90, Mike. n

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Greetings, ’94. As always, the letters only seem to trickle in, but I was able to amass three good ones for this class update. First up is Tom Lenhardt:

COL Scott Benedict, photo by Cpl Michael Petersheim

Next input comes from Mike Umstead, who writes to us from a little town out in California. n Life is great since my last update. My wife Elizabeth and I, and our two children,William Michael (10) and Kaylee (6) are living in the Bay Area of San Francisco. I recently earned a promotion to management with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). I have been with the agency for 6 years. My designation

Please consider sending in input: shipmate1990@yahoo.com, even with all the electronic communications available, there is still something nice about reading things in print. Until then, remember that at one time in our lives, we were all at least somewhat concerned with people affectionately titled “Jimmy Legs.” And therefore, we are always connected. Semper Umbilicus, — Cathy

The Mike Umstead family

Good luck to you and your family on your new adventure, Mike! And thus we come to the end of another column.

n As I rapidly approach my Change of Command of MALS-16 at MCAS Miramar in mid-June 2013, I want to mention a few classmates who I have run into. My tour has been very successful, and I am headed to Marine Corps War College following command. I hope to see several of you on the East Coast. First off, I want to submit a note on my 36th Company roommate, Brian Mecklenburg. I am proud to announce September-October 2013

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94•99 CLASS NEWS the well done deployment of CDR Brian Mecklenburg as the CATF surgeon for the 15th MEU on board the USS PELELIU. Brian lives in San Diego with his wife Catherine, and I could not be any prouder of my old roommate. He is a highly renowned anesthesiologist with numerous teaching awards on top of several other accolades and has still chosen to deploy numerous times including a fairly recent deployment to Afghanistan with a Special Forces unit. On top of all his other accomplishments, I believe this tour marks his fifth warfare specialty earned. I also ran into CDR Arnett Klugh last year. Arnett saved the life of one of my Marines diagnosed with brain cancer. Arnett conducted brain surgery on my Marine, and that Marine has fully recovered and has advanced within my unit. Thank you again, Arnett. Finally, I have corresponded with Chris Lovell several times. Chris retired from the Marine Corps in 2009 and now works in Florida. I hope that many of us can meet up in 2014 as we rapidly approach our 20th anniversary of graduating in less than one year now. n Chris Baker wrote from California: n Five California-based 7th Company ’94 shipmates (with spouses and children) held a mini-reunion tailgater and enjoyed (or suffered through!) some Navy Football at the Kraft Fight Hunger bowl on December 29. Two of us were still telling active duty sea-stories: Matt Niedzwiecki is the incoming Air Boss on USS PELELIU (soon to deploy), and Justin Reeves serves in Monterey as the OpsO of the Fleet Numerical Meteorology & Oceanography Center. The three civilians in our crowd were Cleavon Smith, who is an English professor at Berkeley City College, Chad Sweazey, who also is in the San Francisco area as a national Sales Trainer for Genentech, and I recently relocated to Fresno with the Justice Department as an assistant U.S. attorney. The youngest in our crew was Cleavon and Holly’s beautiful nine-month old daughter, Adia (no doubt, a USNA ’34

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candidate). It was a great day of reminiscing, comparing hairlines and waistlines, and wondering aloud about how damn old we are getting. n Finally, Brian Campbell sent us this note: n Dear ’94 – Navy played Troy in football on Nov. 10th. The outcome of the game was not as planned, but it provided a great chance for Alumni down south to rendezvous. David Stowers, Jason Van Matre, and I were able to take in a round of golf on a Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail course on Friday and have a family dinner on Friday night. Our daughters — Grace Campbell, Grace Stowers, and Amelia Campbell — volunteered to play checkin hosts on Saturday for the Alumni event. Up until they met the Navy cheerleaders, USNA was not on their future college list. Go Navy! Beat Army! n As a last note, we now have a date for our 20-year reunion—the weekend of 24 October 2014, which is homecoming. A small committee led by Jack Downes, Brian Bruggeman, and I will begin informal planning meetings this fall with the help of Jim Keck, Sean Fahey, and several other classmates (mostly local) who have volunteered to help with tasks. If you are also interested in helping out with planning, please send me an email, and I will give you further details. Until next time, Go Navy! Go Marine Corps! —MJ

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PRES: Kate Dooley C: 202-320-6776, E: ktdooley@hotmail.com VICE PRES: CDR Debbie Fermo, USN C: 757-353-9493; P: 443-458-5110 E: debbiefermo@hotmail.com TREAS: CDR Andre Coleman CEC, USN C: 571-344-0336 E: andre_coleman@hotmail.com COMMS DIR/WEBMASTER: Ed Galloway E: edward.galloway@1995.usna.com SEC’Y: CDR Matt “Kaz” Kaslik C: 360-333-4440; E: kaz95usna@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.usna95.com

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PRES: Bart Phillips 9557 E.Cottage Hill Ct., Baton Rouge, LA 70809 P: 225-448-2606; E: bart.phillips@1996.usna.com SEC’Y: Tonya (Barz) Bush 4820 Cedar Ridge Circle, Billings, MT 59102 P: 406-534-4906; E: tyler_tonya080799@msn.com

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PRES: Tom Wagner E: twagner1@san.rr.com Send news to: Maj Aaron Shelley, USMCR 1148 Via Jose, San Jose, CA 95120 C: 619-980-8297; E: apshelley@hotmail.com

Hey 97, I have a couple of updates that arrived recently. Dustin Smiley is now working at the Pentagon in the Office of the Chief of Navy Reserve after spending a year at CJTF-HOA in Djibouti. While he was gone, his wife, Sarah, and their three sons hosted a number of dinner guests at their home.You may have seen Sarah Smiley’s book “Dinner with the Smileys” that captured Dustin’s family’s life while he was deployed featured in Parade magazine or recently on NBC’s The Today Show. Here’s an announcement that I received from Jeff Walker: n Mt. Pleasant based Kolstad Enterprises, LLC is pleased to announce its fourth and latest acquisition: The Smoking Lamp. Founded in 1987 and currently located at 401-B King St. on Marion Square, The Smoking Lamp is Charleston’s oldest cigar shop and lounge. Kolstad Enterprises currently owns all three Kingston Cigar Shops in Charleston (West Ashley), Summerville and Goose Greek. From Jeff Walker, Kolstad Enterprises’ President and CEO, “We’ve had our eye on a downtown location for almost a year and The Smoking Lamp is such a special place. Our intent is to build on its excellent reputation and capitalize on the explosive mid-upper King St. growth. We are also going to begin actively marketing our huge upstairs terrace that spans Marion Square from the Francis Marion Hotel to St. Matthew’s Church. It’s an unparalleled downtown venue perfect for private parties, corporate events, receptions, catered events, and wedding-related activities.” n You can check out the website at: www.smokinglamp.com. That’s it for this issue. Beat Army! — Aaron

USNA AA TAILGATES Bring the whole family down to cheer on Navy at our home game tailgates in the Stadium, right next to the field!

We start 2 hours before game-time and party right through half-time! For more information, see www.usna.com/tailgates or contact us at events@usna.com.

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PRES: David Forman C: 904-321-6459; E: DSForman@aol.com CORR. SEC’Y: Mark Symmes 529 W. 29th St., Baltimore, MD 21211 E: shipmate98@yahoo.com TEMP CORR SEC’Y: Jeannette Gaudry Haynie E: jeannette.haynie@gmail.com

OK everyone, I really could have just cut and paste (minus the pictures) from my last update, because I didn’t have any updates to send in…AGAIN. And I’m short on time this month, so I’m not including any old pictures either. I realized belatedly that I can’t give out the answer to the joke from my last update in this forum because it’s really not quite the place to print a punch line like that. But that works out well, because I can use it (hopefully) to get some updates. So…if you want to know how to embarrass an archaeologist, send me an update and I’ll send you the punch line. (Those of you who started out at HMLA-369 with me back in 2001 may remember the joke. This means you, Derek Crousore, Tim Mayer, and Nate Marvel. But you should send me an update anyway). Chris and I had a Brian Swanson sighting last week, thanks to Derek. But I don’t think I have approval to give an unofficial update about him, so hoping that he reads this and sends one… So a few admin notes: We’ve got a USNA ’98 google group set up for those of us in the DC area. Tried to make it as user-friendly as possible so that Mark Brophy wouldn’t have to keep updating it and sending out messages, but it’s a learning process. If you want to be on it, you can either write to me or you can sign yourself up for it. This is the link: https://groups.google.com/ forum/#!forum/usna98dc. I’d recommend the latter, but if you have issues with it, just send me an email. However, it is set up so that anyone should be able to add their email addresses to the group (and take them away when you PCS or decide you are sick of it). Also, Jenn Marino’s bike ride is starting soon, and she’s got a Facebook page set up to track her ride across the country. If you haven’t checked it out yet, I recommend you do so.You can go through the search function on Facebook (look for the “Gold Star Ride” page), or you can go to www.facebook.com/ GoldStarRide. And finally, since the reunion is about 3 months away (and will be less by the

time this issue arrives), here’s a re-run of Dave’s message from a few months ago about our class gift, the reunion, and how to sign up for everything: n “Great ’98, If you missed my class email or announcement on our class Facebook group, please go to usna98.org and support our 15-year reunion class project. We’re building on our past commitment of generous giving to support Nuru International, an organization fighting to end extreme poverty around the world. Started by Jake Harriman, Nuru is a natural choice for our class gift. There are many wonderful organizations to support, but from the very beginning, Nuru benefitted from the support of many ’98ers. This class gift will showcase what ‘98 can do as individuals and as a unified class. As a result of Jake’s experience in the Marines, he saw the connection between extremism, terrorism, and extreme poverty. He was driven to continue the fight against terrorism by starting an organization that focused on the real root of the problem...extreme poverty around the world. This is a unique class project because it directly supports boots-on-the-ground change, today, and allows ’98 to do its part to positively shape world events. Coming up on our 15-year reunion, we are focused on “assuming the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship, and government.” ’98 can lead the way in demonstrating how a Naval Academy class continues to lead for a lifetime of service. Please visit usna98.org to donate, update your profile at usna.com so you can receive all official class email and register for our reunion, please join “USNA Class of 1998” on Facebook and follow the class @98USNA. Fair winds — David Forman.” n Next update is due in late September, so hopefully I’ll have a bunch of updates to include in that one… Until then, take care, and hope to see many of you this fall. And send me an update, for crying out loud. If I can write this thing every month, you guys can send me a paragraph or two about your lives. — Jeannette

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PRES: Capt Chris “Buster” O’Brien, USMC E: busterobrien@gmail.com VICE PRES: Ben Adeyemi TREAS: Jason Mendenhall E: GLandJason@aol.com SEC’Y: Minh-tu Nguyen 1123 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD 20850 E: 1999USNA@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.usna99.com

Hello ’99! We have one wonderful submission for this month: n Hey 99! After 3 years of prodding by Minh-Tu, here is my first-ever update to Shipmate! The last year or so has been quite the whirlwind for me. After transferring from OPNAV last summer, I married my beautiful wife Sharon, upgrading my life instantly from bachelor to married father of two. After OPNAV I completed a year at USMC Command and Staff College in Quantico, picking up a Master’s degree. In December, 2012, I was humbled to learn that I had screened for Commander Command Afloat. I reported to JIEDDO (Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization) this July, where I’m working in the J9, Operations Research Systems Analysis Division. We should be at JIEDDO for about two years, until it is time to head off to pipeline training, and eventually back to sea! Also in July, Sharon and I welcomed Robert “Jack” Lightfoot to our family. Sharon and Jack are doing well and we are enjoying our growing family! As you can see from the picture of Jack, he is already gearing up for his first Navy Football season! BEAT ARMY! ~Rob n Thanks, Rob!! Can’t wait to see baby Jack, and the rest of the family, at the Navy home games! That’s it for this month. Again, the reunion committee is up and raring to go. If you’d like to help, send me and/or Barre Adams-Simmons an email and we’ll gladly include you in the planning process.

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Rob, Sharon, Matthew and Jordan at our wedding.

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PRES: LCDR Josh Welle, USN E: welle@2002.usna.com VICE PRES: Patrick McConnell E: patrick.mcconnell@2002.usna.com SECY: Kate Kranz E: katherine.kranz@2002.usna.com TREAS: Cari Murtagh E: murtagh@2002.usna.com SEND SUBMISSIONS TO: katherine.kranz@2002.usna.com WEBSITE: http://shadowofgreatness.com

Greetings 2002!! We hope this finds everyone well and enjoying the change in seasons. Lots going on for a lot of people – here are a few updates from classmates around the world: Tanya (Hayden) Fischesser sent us a picture of her beautiful new baby boy, Boulton Lee. He was born Jan 27, 2013 at 352am in Baltimore, MD. In the attached picture, he is 4 months old. The Fischessers are currently living in Federal Hill Park in Baltimore.

Rob and Jack, ready for football season!

In life, as in football, you won’t go far unless you know where the goalposts are. Go Navy! — Minh-Tu

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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

2k, Zilch in the inbox this month, well done. I only have a few pictures but they are noteworthy.You are not seeing things, Sean Donovan ’96 is wearing cut off Jean Shorts that he calls “Jorts” with Erik Herrmann and I in the parking lot before a Kenney Chesney concert. In the other picture is Brooks Holland ’98, Me, and Tom Wagner ’97. Wags clearly was on his way to deliver a drink to someone as he is double fisting. I did see Travis Campbell ’98 and I promptly beat the Christmas out of him and took his lunch money as that is standard practice for when I see folks from that class. Brooks Holland is on a waiver because he is even too pretty to touch without washing your hands.

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Tanya with baby Boulton

Gary Darby, Murph, Nick Kalt

I made it up to San Clemente to see Nick Kalt. I was injured that night when a lady basically pushed me to the floor to ask Nick what he wanted to drink. Gary Darby ’06 was there for the altercation and said I took the whole thing rather well. Send me something. — Murph

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PRES: Mr. Aaron Fielder VICE PRES: LCDR Dave Harrington, USN TREAS: LCDR Andy Henwood, SC, USN SEC’Y: Ms. Jen Bohr Tyll E: jenbohrtyll@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.usna01.com

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In other exciting news: Ryan Sirmons has been called to serve as pastor of the United Church of Christ of Annapolis, beginning in September 2013. He’s just finished his ministry degree at the University of Cambridge in England. He and his wife, Irish McGhee ’03, who is finishing a master’s in English Literature, look forward to this unexpected return to Annapolis….and we look forward to seeing both Ryan and Irish as a permanent fixture at Navy games and ’02 Tailgaters!! Pat Anderson writes in from Orange County, CA, and is now 1-year removed from Active Duty. He married the lovely former Shaina Collins in 2010, and they moved back to California last year. In honor of an auspicious date in history (May 24th), they were blessed with their first child, Tripp. Pat has found his way into commercial real estate, and is currently a broker with Lee & Associates working the North Orange County Industrial market. He also recently collaborated with local USNA and

USMA alumni to form an Academy networking group in Orange County. If any alumni in the area are interested in getting involved in the group, e-mail Pat at Panderson@lee-associates.com.

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PRES: Lincoln Lukich E: Lincoln.Lukich@gmail.com VICE PRES: James Brobyn E: Brobs@2004.usna.com TREAS: LT Joseph Zukowsky E: JMZukowsj@gmail.com SEC’Y: Andrew Froistad E: froistad@hotmail.com

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Mr. and Mrs. Lowe

PRES: LT John M. Burger E: JohnMBurger@hotmail.com VICE PRES: Mr. Jonathan Miller E: jonathan.byrd.miller@gmail.com TREAS: LT Colleen Vote SEC’Y: Capt. John McLaughlin

The Anderson Family

Brian “Bud” Colby wrote in with an update from sunny Brazil: n “I moved down here in Feb 2012, and lived in Rio for about a year. This past April we moved our office and hence I moved to Macae, it’s a small town about 3 hours northeast of Rio. Not exactly as exciting as Rio was but the nice beaches are quite close. I also got married at the Academy to Jill Lewin last April, a good number of classmates came, and we had a nice time going to all the bars downtown again-still miss the chicken bacon cheddar melt at Riordan’s. After a quick honeymoon came back down here. Down here I’m managing and Ultra-Deepwater Drillship. I should be down here until early 2015 then to probably another country. While down here we’ve spent a few nights at the bars with Windsor Frinnell ’05 and Anne Restrepo ’00. Windsor has since returned to the US, but was teaching at the Brazilian Naval Academy and Anne is at the US Consulate in Rio. We’ve had a good stream of visitors, but always happy to have more. BEAT ARMY!” n Keep the updates coming, and everyone enjoy a safe and happy Fall. Thoughts and prayers as always to those who have the watch. — Josh, Pat, Kate & Cari

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PRES: LT Erik Westland VICE PRES: LT Gerald Brooks TREAS: LT Jason Perocho SEC’Y: LT Dianna Dietrich E: dietrich@usna.edu

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PRES: LT Andrew Poulin E: andrew.poulin09@gmail.com VICE PRES: LT Arthur Eugene Griffin TREAS: LT Cody Robert Forsythe SEC’Y: LT Michael Albert Matus E: mickymatus@2009.usna.com

Congratulations to Nick and Katelyn! Nick Lowe married Katelyn Elizabeth Lanning on the evening of December 15, 2012 at Zenaida Cellars, Paso Robles, CA. Katelyn is the daughter of CAPT and Mrs. Roger B. Lanning USN (Ret.) (USNA ’73), of Walden, CO. The couple live in Lemoore, CA, where Nick is stationed with VFA-147. He is currently deployed on the USS NIMITZ.

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PRES: ENS Robert Battle VICE PRES: ENS Garth Thomas TREAS: ENS Paul Mallory SEC’Y: ENS Margaret Boyle E: mcboyle@2010.usna.com

11 PRES: 2ndLt Michael E. Orzetti VICE PRES: ENS Ricky Dobbs TREAS: ENS Matthew Pierson SEC’Y: ENS Natalie Woodward E: NNWoodward@2011.usna.com

12 PRES: 2nd Lt Ian Cameron VICE PRES: ENS Nicholas DeMasters TREAS: ENS Nicolas Woods SEC’Y: 2nd Lt Austin Madden Send Articles to: shipmate2012@gmail.com

13 PRES: ENS John-Rex Spivey E: johnrexspivey@gmail.com VICE PRES: ENS Daniel Murphy TREAS: 2nd Lt Ted Baumgardner SEC’Y: ENS Hannah Yun Send Articles to: shipmate2013@gmail.com

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Alabama BGO Area Coordinator:William Cook ’88 P: 256-726-0418; E: mitwcook@bellsouth.net

California

Los Angeles Chapter Pres: Brett Potts ’95 19912 Cato Circle, Huntington Beach, CA 92646 P: 310 920 2153; E: brettpotts@yahoo.com

Alabama Chapter Pres: Ed Berko ’79

Corr Sec’y:Tom Lavino ’03

P: 205-837-2572 E: BerkoE@yahoo.com

E: trlavino@hotmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: (LA County) CAPT Richard Estrada, USNR (Ret.)

Vice Pres: Larry Daugherty ’86 E: navydaug@gmail.com

Treas: Jeanne Rudzki (Stephen ’06) 901 Skyview Lane, Birmingham, AL 35235 P: 205-836-6410; E: ikzdur@aol.com

Exec. Assist: Laurie S. Swenson (Larry ’65) 466 Golson Road, Prattville, AL 36067 P: 334-365-3146; E: usna.ala@charter.net

South Alabama Chapter Pres: Brian Campbell ß’94

P: 323-340-8084; E: saltyest@earthlink.net

BGO Area Coordinator:(Orange/East LA County) CDR Nick Madigan ’81, USNR (Ret.) P: 949-852-0117x22; E: nick@alisonmortgage.com

BGO Area Coordinator: (Riverside/San Bernardino County) CAPT Stephen Andres ’67, USNR P: 858-454-6755; E: StephenMAndres@gmail.com

E: Brian.Campbell@1994.usna.com

Sec’y: Ruth Lichtenfeld P: 251-343-6264; E: ruth29@bellsouth.net

Arizona Arizona Chapter Pres: Capt David M. English ’86 USMCR E: David.English@1986.usna.com www.usna.com/Chapter/us/arizona

Sec’y: Steven W. Ranes ’02 E: StevenWRanes@gmail.com

Website: http://arizona.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Col Joseph Maguire ’88, USMCR P: 480-634-1772; E: jrmaguire@cox.net

Southern Arizona Chapter Pres: Frank Hayes ’60 651 W Sendero Claro, Oro Valley, AZ 85737-6992 E: bearthatwalks1@msn.com

Sec’y: Norman Mims ’60 PO Box 5396,Tucson, AZ 85740-5396 E: normanwmimmsjr@g.com

Website: http://southernarizona.usnachapters.com

Arkansas

The Los Angeles Alumni Association had a meeting at the Fountain Valley Claim Jumper restaurant on June 18th with 23 Classmates and friends attending. We held a networking interchange to learn about our classmates’ work experiences and opportunities that might exist to help each other with their careers. We encourage our classmates to attend our luncheon, which is held at this location every third Tuesday of each month. Please email grayfarley@ aol.com for more information. Beat Army! Tom Lavino ’03

7 Hillsborough Ct., Little Rock, AR 72212 P: 501-954-9612; E: spursley@aol.com

Vice Pres: Elisabeth Bramall ’03 E: Elisabeth.Bramall@pw.utc.com

Sec’y-Treas: Paul Siedsma ’75

E: president@usnaaasd.com

Corr Sec’y: Barbette Lowndes ’80 858-560-8045; W: 858-535-8515 E: CorrSec@usnaaasd.com

Website: http://usnaaasd.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Michael McVay ’77, USN (Ret.) E: skip.mcvay@1977.usna.com

San Francisco Chapter Pres: Liam Lane ’02 E: usnaaasf.president@gmail.com

Vice Pres: Eric Shangle ’97 E: usnaaasf.vp@gmail.com

Sec'y: Cheriene Griffith ’02 E: usnaaasf.secretary@gmail.com

Treas: Mark Lundstrom ’86 E: iblucky86@earthlink.net

Webmaster: Steve Hall ’75 E: usnaaasf.webmaster@gmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Scott Perkins ’75, USN (Ret.) P: 925-423-0580; E: perkins5@llnl.gov

Greetings from the San Francisco Bay Area! Summer has been in full swing in the Bay Area. In mid July alumni from the North Bay area came together to meet and network at the Lagunitas Brewing Company in Petaluma CA for a Social Happy Hour. Just over 30 members from USNA attended spanning from Classes of 1967 to 2009 as well as family members and pets.

Monterey Bay Chapter Pres: John A. Alich ’64 E: jalich@pacbell.net

Corr Sec’y: Steve Tackett ’87 E stackett99@yahoo.com

Website: http://montereybay.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Scott Perkins ’75, USN (Ret.) P: 925-423-0580; E: perkins5@llnl.gov

Sacramento Chapter Pres: Mr. Dennis P. Joyce ’61

Arkansas Chapter Pres: CAPT Scott Pursley ’79, USN

San Diego Chapter Pres: Alan Lerchbacker ’74

P: 916-996-1333; E:djoyce1961@hotmail.com

Vice Pres: Dr.Terry Brown ’67 P: 530-676-0327; E: twbrown@innercite.com

Sec’y: Lt. Kaitlyn O’Connor ’05 E: kaitlyn.oconnor@navy.mil

Alan Chesterman ’67 & Jacob Schlachter ’09 proudly represent our “Oldest and Youngest” attendees for the July North Bay Happy Hour event

Members from USMA and USAFA were in attendance as well to add to the networking and fun. There was fun and good food had by all at this successful event.

Treas: Mr. Jim D’Orso ’52 P: 916-771-8950; E: jndo@surewest.net

E: paul.siedsma@gmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Scott Pursley ’79, USN (Ret.) P: 501-954-9612; E: spursley@aol.com

Website: http://www.usnaaasac.org/ BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Scott Perkins ’75, USN (Ret.) P: 925-423-0580; E: perkins5@llnl.gov

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North Bay Social Event taking over the stage

NEWS regarding USNA vs San Jose State University 2013! The Chapter Leadership is working hard to ensure that the game will have great West Coast hospitality. If you live in the area or will be traveling through the Bay Area at the end of November be sure to add to your travel plans this event. A dinner is being scheduled with the Commandant for the evening of Thursday November 21st. The Tail-Gate is set to start 3 hours before the game and will end at half time. Game tickets and Tail-Gate tickets are available now for purchase. Please visit http://sanfranciscobay. usnachapters.com/events-sjsu-2013.html for all details and links to purchase tickets as well as a chance to renew your membership.We had a great turn out 2 years ago and are hoping to repeat the event (and win the game). Look forward to seeing you there! GO NAVY BEAT SAN JOSE!

GO NAVY BEAT THE SPARTANS!

Stay tuned as more events will be added in the different regions of the Bay Area to our web site on the “Alumni Connection Opportunities” link. Be sure to check the website to see when there is one in your region. We also will be listing these events on our Facebook page, https://www. facebook.com/usnaaasf as well as adding photos of past events. Please contact Liam Lane ’02 if you have suggestions or requests for any similar future events. GO NAVY BEAT ARMY! ~ Cheriene Griffith ’02, Sec’y Santa Barbara Chapter Pres: CAPT Homer F. Smith II ’63, USN (Ret.) P: 805-695-0033; E: hohohosmith@cox.net

Sec’y: Robert Quinn ’56 661 Ivywood Dr., Oxnard, CA 93030 P: 805-485-3995; E: quinn56@verizon.net

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Derek Roberts ’83, USN E:derek.roberts@1983.usna.com

The Santa Barbara Chapter USNAAA enjoyed another summer picnic on July 20, 2013. The weather was perfect at the lovely Manning Park in Montecito, and our site was decked out with the traditional Navy signal flags, provided by Burt Munger ’55. We enjoyed a great catered lunch of tri-tip, BBQ chicken, and all the trimmings,

done by our local caterer, Ralph Karlskint, who has served the Chapter for 20 plus years. Of course we had a wide choice of beverages and snacks arranged by our Chapter Treasurer, Chet Seto ’78. In attendance were a range of ages and classes from 1933 to 2002. Our Santa Barbara Chapter covers Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties, a large geographical area over 180 miles long. Attendees were: Donna Long widow of Tom ’33, Fred Ulam ’45 and Ann Barrett, Ruby Buck widow of Beau ’48, Russ Christian ’48 and Karole, Bill Stewart ’50 and Rosalie, Phil Conley ’50 and Shirley, Father John Fuller ’52 and Jarrel, John Marshall ’52 and Barbara, Wally Christmas ’55, Bob Quinn ’56 and Judy with Diane Quinn and Brian Hillyer, Jim Higgins ’58 and Betty, Gary Minar ’58, Vern Hanna ’58 and Fran, Nils Rueckert ’58 and Beverly, Bob Harmuth ’59 and Luci, Bill Kelly ’59 and Nancy, Jim Osborn ’59 and Lillian, Richard Harper ’60 and Brook, Larry DeSha ’61 and Marla with David Brummersted, Homer Smith ’63, Tom Morgenfeld ’65 and Norma, Jack Musitano ’65 and Terry, Steve Genstil ’68 and Mary, Chet Seto ’78, Jim Oldham ’78, Steve Huber ’80 and Eileen, Larry Coleman ’99, Jason Fahy ’02 and Jaime. Many ‘old tales were retold’ this day and Father John Fuller advised all of us that fifty years ago, almost to the day, that the Santa Barbara Chapter was formed and held its first picnic. There were two with us who had been there fifty years ago as the Chapter and a great tradition were founded. He then led us as we reflected on the memories of many classmates and their spouses who were not able to be with us due to health or having passed on. We closed our grand afternoon by singing our song sheet, closing with Navy Blue & Gold. Our music leader was the strong voice of Dr. Bill Stewart. The Seabees also ‘sang’ their song, they are long on courage and volume, but they definitely are not yet ready for America’s Got Talent. Next large event will be the ArmyNavy Game party in December at the Santa Barbara Yacht Club. Alumni in the area are encouraged to contact one of us in the SB Chapter (see Shipmate) if you would like to join. Bob Quinn, Chapter Sec’y quinn56@verizon.net

Colorado Colorado Chapter Pres: CAPT Daniel Branch Jr. ’59, USN (Ret.) 555 Apollo Dr., Boulder, CO 80303-5002 P: 303-499-0337; E: dbranchjr@aol.com

Website: http://colorado.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dick Eason ’84, USN (Ret.) (Denver) P: 720-747-4615; E: dick.eason@lycos.com

Colorado Springs Chapter Pres: John Sledgianowski ’87, USN (Ret.) 714 Pioneer Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 P: 719-287-2187; E: sledgesix@q.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Ross Schmidt ’74 P: 303-989-5281; E: rossaschmidt@msn.com

Connecticut Connecticut Chapter Pres: Alan Weigel ’79 P: 860-376-5775; E: aweigel@blankrome.com

Vice Pres:Tom Hodgson ’83 P: 203-318-8870; E: t.h.hodgson@comcast.net

Sec’y: Eric Irwin ’86 P: 860-857-8748; E: irwiner@comcast.net

Comms Dir: David Candler ’67 P: 860-823-0862; E: davcandler@aol.com

Meeting Chairman: Len LaPorta ’87 P: 203-340-2870; E: lenlaporta@msn.com

Website: http://connecticut.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: Raymond Boyd ’73 P: 203-453-9493; E: raymond11@snet.net

Costa Rica Costa Rica Chapter Pres: Claudio A. Pacheco ’64 Apt. 4307-1000, San Jose, Costa Rica H: 506-2224-4325; W: 506-2225-4239 C: 506-8876-1394; E: cpacheco@1964.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Sue Loustaunau P: 207-326-0574; E: sjlous@roadrunner.com

Delaware Delaware Chapter Pres:Ted Fischer ’71 33695 Baylis Drive, Lewes, DE 19958 C: 302-841-9812; E: ted.fischer1@verizon.net

Website: http://delaware.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR William Soer ’78, USN (Ret.) P: 302-383-6611; E: wwsoer@aol.com

Florida Fort Lauderdale Chapter Pres: Rock Daze ’76 2660 NE 48th St, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 P: 954-461-8926; E: rockdaze@att.net;

Sec’y: Birney Pease ’63 5555 N Ocean Blvd #19, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308 P: 954-941-0561; E: twopznpod@bellsouth.net

Website: http://ftlauderdale.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) E: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

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more details on our chapter’s purpose, Mission, By Laws, organizational chart, and general guidelines, please go to the “About Us” page on our chapter website: http://orlando.usnachapters.com. We look forward to you attending our future events. Remember, if you have any questions, please let me know. Hope you had a wonderful summer and GO NAVY! Thanks, Kirk Michealson ’79

P: 352-450-9758; E: mickey61USNA@yahoo.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Steve Swift ’87, USNR E: sswift@1987.usna.com

Jacksonville Chapter Pres: CAPT Michael O. Borns ’70, USN (Ret.) 1185 Salt Marsh Cir. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-2543 H: 904-273-4714; W: 904-285-3400, ext. 356 E: mborns@meridianmgmt.com

Comms: CDR John C. Snyder ’83, USN

Palm Beach Chapter Pres: Col Walter J. Breede III ’63, USMC (Ret.)

H: 904-307-0818; E: hntsnyder@comcast.net

Website: usnaaajaxchap@usa.net BGO Area Coordinator:Vickie Leisy DiGiovanni E: vickieldg@bellsouth.net

Greater Miami Chapter Pres: CDR Mel J. Meinhardt ’80, USNR (Ret.) 3075 Virgina St., Miami, FL 33133-4534 P: 305-448-1290; E: mel@melmeinhardt.com

Sec’y: Sergei Kowalchik ’67 E: sergei@bellsouth.net

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) E: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Naples-Fort Myers Chapter Pres: Bruce Needham ’68 E: BNeedhamUSNA68@aol.com

Sec’y: James Mintun ’59 E: mintun37@netsync.net

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) E: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Orlando Chapter Pres: Kirk Michealson ’79, USN (Ret.) 1324 Belleaire Circle, Orlando, FL 32804 C: 407-375-3440; E: kirk.michealson@l979.usna.com

Sec’y: Gary Washam ’71 E: gary.washam@cubic.com

Webmaster: Lynne Brewer (wife of Russ ’78) E: brewer2@gmailcom

BGO Area Coordinator: Vickie Leisy DiGiovanni E: vickieldg@bellsouth.net

Football season is underway! With any luck, we’ve had victories over Indiana (9/7), Delaware (9/14) and Western Kentucky (9/28). Hopefully, you have joined us to check out our new football viewing spot and watched the Indiana and Delaware games; Miller’s Field 7958 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819, (407)248-3474 (www.millersfieldorlando.com). If not, come join us for the Air Force (10/5), Pittsburgh (10/26) games, and other NAVY games; keep a look out for more information provided in future chapter e-mails.

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Since the last article, the Board of Directors has worked with the USNA Alumni Association to create the above logo for the Orlando Chapter. Please take time to shop at the Alumni Store on www.usna.com and order items with our Orlando Chapter Logo. When selecting your item, there will be a pull-down menu with logo options for class years, Alumni Chapters etc; just look for “Orlando Chapter” and “Orlando Chapter – Cap.” By purchasing items with our chapter logo on them, you support us in multiple ways: (1) by wearing clothing items that you’ve purchased and (2) 10% of the sales costs goes to our Orlando Chapter fund that support our projects just to name a few. We thank you in advance for supporting us! Information on our future chapter meetings and socials is sent via Chapter E-Mails. Hopefully, you joined us for the Space Florida Senior Leadership brief on 8/27 and Congressman John Mica on 9/13. Not receiving our chapter e-mails or haven’t updated your current e-mail address and phone number with USNAAA; go to www.usna.com and enter your updated information, this is the only way to get on our chapter distribution list. The USNAAA database recognizes the zip codes in the Orlando – Central Florida area once your updated information is entered, then when a chapter e-mail is sent, you will automatically be included in our list. Business Networking, Fundraising, Membership and Management Committees chair positions still need to be filled, interested? In addition, we are looking for volunteers to serve on the Audit, Collaboration, Event Coordination, and Outreach Committees. If you would like to serve on any of these, have questions about these committees and/or chair positions, please contact the Chapter President, Kirk Michealson at kirk.michealson@1979.usna.com. For

P: 561-493-8470; E: wbreede@1963.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) E: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Pensacola Chapter Pres: Butch Hansen ’75 E: usnaaapensacola@gmail.com

Sec’y: Pete Perez ’82 E: eliezerp@aol.com

Website: Pensacola.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Joan Platz ’81, USN (Ret.) P: 850-304-1626; E: joan.platz@1981.usna.com

The new activity year for the Pensacola Chapter kicks off on September 4th following a short summer hiatus with our first luncheon at the Pensacola Yacht Club. We are still confirming the monthly guest speakers at the time of this submission, and will have more information in future articles, but these luncheons are an opportunity to socialize with fellow graduates while hearing from some interesting and informative speakers on a variety of relevant topics. Last year we heard from such diverse speakers as the Senior VP from NFCU, the editor of the Pensacola News Journal, representatives from the local Vietnam War Memorial, the Commanding Officer of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal School, and one of our most popular speakers the Superintendent of USNA. Check the web site and future Shipmate articles for details of this year’s luncheons. We start our year of football game gatherings at the Miller Pensacola Ale House on September 7th where we will cheer on Navy as the Midshipman take on Indiana. We get together at the Pensacola Ale House for every Navy game that is televised, so whether you are a chapter member or someone visiting or living in the Pensacola area please join us for some guaranteed fun and fellowship. Check our website for our list of events that is updated throughout the year for more details. We hope to see you soon!

Space Coast Chapter Pres: CAPT Pete Peterson ’56, USN (Ret.) 401 Third Avenue, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951 P: 321-952-2066; E: peteusna@aol.com

BGO Area Coordinator:Vickie Leisy DiGiovanni P: 407-380-5386; E: vickieldg@bellsouth.net

Suncoast Chapter Pres: Clifford P. Bermann ’45 3240 Lake Pointe Blvd #324, Sarasota, FL 34231 E: plcwec@aol.com

BGO Area Coordinator:CDR Steve Swift ’87, USNR E: sswift@1987.usna.com

Tampa Bay Chapter Pres: CAPT John Kamen ’77, USN (Ret.) 1105 Culbreath Isle Dr., Tampa, FL 33629 H: 813-288-9548; C: 8134-385-6972 E: johnkamen@aol.com

Sec’y/Communications: Perry Dempsey ’72 E: dempseypw@msn.com

Website: http://tampabay.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator:CDR Steve Swift ’87, USNR E: sswift@1987.usna.com

The Tampa Bay Chapter Alumni gathered at CDB’s Southside Restaurant on Westshore (between El Prado & Euclid) with these alumni present: Warren Hahn ’60, Chris Heath ’72, Perry Dempsey ’72, John Kamen ’77, Don Aiken ’78, Tom Algeo ’78, Steve Swift ’87, and Matt Poage ’94.

UPCOMING EVENTS— WINE TASTING— All alumni need to prepare for our annual Wine Tasting! The wine tasting will be at Miller Detrick’s ’63 home on 17 August. FISHING VENTURE— Duane Lafont ’78 is organizing an offshore fishing trip. Interested parties please contact Duane or any of the Chapter officers. GENERAL (ADMIRAL) NOTES: Look for the Chapter on our Facebook Page, our Website – (http://tampabay. usnachapters.com/home.shtm), and LinkedIn. Thanks to Dave Spoerl ’82 for maintaining the Facebook page. TBC Shirts—John Kamen ’77 has the USNAAA TBC shirts. Please see or contact him or Perry Dempsey ’72 (dempseypw@msn.com) for a White or Navy Blue shirt. Dues—Treasurer Laura T. Hine ’97, loves to collect dues money! $25/yr, $200/lifetime. We have raised dues to these new levels to ensure a positive balance for our activities. See you next month at CDB’s Southside in South Tampa! T

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Atlanta Chapter Pres: Ed Brownley ’81 E: EBrownley33@gmail.com

Sec’y: Scott Evans ’88 E: Scott.Evans88@gmail.com

Website: http://WWW.USNAAAA.COM BGO Area Coordinator: Ned Hunter ’81 P: 770-826-1985; E: ned.hunter@1981.usna.com

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Guam Chapter Pres: CAPT Noel M. Enriquez ’84, USNR Perry Dempsey ’72 discussing Fukushima disaster.

RECENT EVENTS— Joint Service Academy Happy Hour— Perry Dempsey ’72 spoke at the Tampa Bay Joint Service Academy Happy Hour [see photo]. He presented his PowerPoint Presentation on “The Fukushima Disaster, Its Aftermath, and the Future of Nuclear Power in the United States.” USNA Alumni Dick Ardavany ’60 and Joe Wiendl ’93 attended. McLAUGHLIN SERVICES—The Chapter deeply mourns the untimely passing of one of our members, Steve McLaughlin ’72. We hold wife Kathy and his family close to our hearts in this difficult time.

PO Box 26849, GMF, Barrigada, GU 96921-6849 H: 671-472-9629; F: 671-472-1966 C: 671-777-9629; E: NME@1984.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator:CAPTAlma Grocki ’81,USN P: 808-781-1339; E: alma.grocki@navy.mil

Hawaii Honolulu Chapter Pres:Tom Marzec ’87 P: 808-261-9430; E: tom.marzec@1987.usna.com

Vice Pres: Ben Peet ’88 E: benjamin.peet@hickam.af.mil

Sec’y: Lindsay Robinson ’06 Shipmate Scribe:CDR Matt“Kaz”Kaslik ’95,USN E: Matthew.kaslik@disa.mil;W: 808-472-0219

Treas: Doug Gainer ’98 E: douglas.e.gainer@smithbarney.com

Parent’s Club Pres: C.J. May E: mayiic001@hawaii.rr.com

Hawaii B&G Officer: CAPT Alma Grocki ’81, USN E: alma.grocki@navy.mil

Website: http:honolulu.usnachapters.com

Idaho Northwest Chapter Pres: Col Kenneth W. Moore ’66, USMC (Ret.) 31048 E. Hayden Lake Rd., PO Box 2020, Hayden, ID 83835-7059; P: 208-772-7494 E: eyehawk35@gmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Henry Netzer ’74, USN (Ret.) E: henry.jeanne.netzer@gmail.com

Illinois Chicago Chapter CDR Fredrick W. Weber ’75, USNR (Ret.) 2134 Evert Ct., Northbrook, IL 60062-6612 H: 847-559-9381; W: 312-845-3444 E: Fred.Weber@2comm.com

Website: http://chicago.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: (Chicago) Col Kevin Hart ’75, USMCR (Ret.) P: 847-910-4502; E: khart@durobag.com

BGO Area Coordinator: (Southern) CDR Michael Carnes ’74, USN (Ret.) E: usna74@att.net

Indiana BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Timothy Naville ’76, USNR (Ret.) P: 812-944-4833; E: tnaville@insightbb.com

Indianapolis Chapter CDR Lynn Thomas ’83 H: 317-329-1773; E: lynntw@aol.com

Michiana Chapter Pres: Ryan Marcott ’01, USNR 23042 Greenleaf Blvd.,Elkhart, IN 46514

Vice Pres: CDR John (Chris) Haizlip ’72, USN (Ret.) 15246 Longford Dr, Granger, IN 46530 P: 574-273-2939; E: CHaizlip@aol.com

Treas: John Ross ’94 E: johnwmross@me.com

Sec’y:Will Gury, ’01, USNR P: 574-849-1727

Several members of the South Bend/ Michiana Chapter recently met for the monthly July luncheon. Our chapter luncheon is the 2nd Tuesday of each month, at 12PM, at Bar Louie Restaurant at University Park Mall. It always a great chance to catch up with fellow alumni and fans and hear the latest sea stories. The big event on everyone’s mind is the upcoming visit by the Navy football team on November 2nd for the Navy/Notre Dame Football Game and the world famous tailgate. The flyer is out and on the USNA website. Our South Bend chapter is extremely fortunate to have the tailgate event sponsored by local alum, Tom Teach ’68. Tom’s generous support of USNA and our local chapter makes the tailgate event possible. The tailgate handles over 1,000+ September-October 2013

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Greater Southern Maryland Chapter: 6 July at the Herrings’

Maryland Annapolis Chapter Pres: LCDR Mark Hakun ’88, USNR (Ret.) E: mxfour2@verizon.net

(L-R): Gunnar Jenson, ’56; John Maciejczyk, ’76; Jim Baker, ’60; John Strauss, ’69; John Ross, ’94; Paul Bradfield, ’53; & Dale Furman, ’61.

Japan Tokyo Bay Chapter Pres: Brett English ’00 PSC 473 Box 5, FPO AP 96349 P: 01181 046-816-8034 (Japan), E: bmenglish15@gmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Sue Loustaunau P: 207-326-0574; E: sjlous@roadrunner.com

Kentucky (see also Ohio) Louisville/Southern Indiana Chapter Pres: CAPT Gregory Reinhardt ’79, USNR (Ret.) 712 Talon Place, Louisville, KY 40223 P: 502-244-7707; E: captaingreg@insightbb.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Gregory Reinhardt ’79, USN (Ret.) P: 502-244-7707; E: captaingreg@insightbb.com

Louisiana Louisiana Chapter Pres: Kirk R. Benson ’87 E: Kirk@KRBenson.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Skip Paul P: 225-769-4019; E: captskip@earthlink.net

Maine Portland Chapter Pres: Jeffrey Peters ’85 7 Sumac Dr., Brunswick ME 04011 C: 207-650-1744; W: 207-442-4703 E: jeffpeters85@me.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Michael Devin ’84, USNR (Ret.) P: 207-563-3132; E: mdevin@maine.edu

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Vice Pres: Ken Barausky ’67 E: kbarausky@verizon.net

Sec’y-Shipmate Contact:Tim Hallihan ’72 E: tim.hallihan@yahoo.com

Treas: Christopher Landon ’00 E: CLandon@reefpointgroup.com

Website: http://annapolis.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Barry Davis ’85, USNR (Ret.) P: 410-544-6286; E: bldvs@comcast.net

Baltimore Chapter Pres: Jason Hardebeck ’87 P: 443-269-1599; E: jhardebeck@whoglue.com

BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Barry Davis ’85, USNR (Ret.) P: 410-544-6286; E: bldvs@comcast.net

Eastern Shore Chapter Pres: Mr. Michael Epprecht ’65 E: mikeepprecht65@verizon.net

Vice Pres: Dennis Jones ’65 E: dennisjones@goeaston.net

Sec’y/Treas: CDR Rob Calhoun ’87 E: Calhoun@usna.edu

Treas: Mike Bracy ’63 E: mbracy@attglobal.net

BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Barry Davis ’85, USNR (Ret.) P: 410-544-6286; E: bldvs@comcast.net

Greater Southern Maryland Chapter Pres: Michael DeManss ’73 Briscoe Cove, P.O. Box 277, Compton, MD 20627 P: 301-475-7028

Corr Sec’y: Stuart Fitrell ’62 P: 301-373-8087; E: stuartjfitrell@uahoo.com

Website: http://www.navyalumni.org BGO Area Coordinator:Patti Thumm P: 301-737-1629; E: thummmw@md.metrocast.net

Not so fast, Sandy! After passing the SHIPMATE duties to our new Corresponding Secretary, Stu Fitrell ’62 injured his rotator cuff and had to sit this deadline out, so I’m filling in as guest scribe this month. Just for this month… Folks all over the country celebrate Independence Day by having friends and neighbors over to their house to enjoy good food, friendship, and fireworks but Sheryl-Marie and VADM Dave Dunaway ’82, the Commander of Naval Air Systems

Command here at Patuxent River, went all-in this year, opening the Commanders’ beautiful historic home at Mattapany to hundreds of members of the command, the community, and friends and family from across the country. What a glorious sight to see all those guests enjoying the home, the expansive yard, the weather and the impressive fireworks show at Solomons Island, just across the Patuxent River. Among some of the USNA alumni attending were: Marja and Jim Sandberg ’69, Liz and RADM Steve Tomaszeski ’72, Barbara and Glen Ives ’78, Laurie and Scott Bruce ’79, Jane and RADM Scott Sanders ’80, Donna and VADM Terry Benedict ’82, Amy and Sid Hatcher ’84, Townley and Wade Knudson ’84, Kathleen and CAPT Jeff Davilla ’86, Sylvia and CAPT Brett Pierson ’87, Olga and CAPT Dana Dewey ’89, CAPT Heidi Fleming ’89, Kelly and COL Charlie Gray ’89, Bridget and CAPT Tom Tennant ’94, Kris and Brian Sandberg ’97, and ENS Bray Dunaway ’12. Celebrating the Fourth of July is such a wonderful American tradition that there’s just not enough time to fit all the parties into one day, so this year Bobbie and Ted Herring ’67 held a 6th of July gathering at their home and what a feast it was! Although the photo-op out on the porch (nearest the coolers) only captured the gents, it could have also been partially because the ladies were wisely relaxing inside the Herring Home, protected from the sweltering July heat wave. Attending this first 6th celebration were (seated l-r) Genie and Bill Posnett (Penn State 69), Bobbi and Ted Herring ’67, Kathy and Dick Meade ’67, Sid Mohsberg ’67, Nadine and Rene Chicoine ’67, Karen and Win Everett, ’80,Von and (standing, l-r) Chuck Pyetzki ’67, Jim Sandberg ’69, Maureen and Steve Phillips ’67, Terry and Bob Kelly ’67. Bill Mitchell (Rutgers ’70) missed the picture, probably inside cooling off with his lady Paula and Gail Gibson.

Fair winds and following seas, Diane and Brent Bennitt

Long-time members of our Chapter, and almost-Plank-Owners (“but no cigar”), Diane and VADM Brent Bennitt ’64, have finally pulled chocks and moved lock, stock, and barrel from God’s Country here in Southern Maryland back to Coronado, CA, which is a quite reasonable substitute… Since being promoted to his position as Executive VP for Wyle Corporation a few years ago, Brent has been spending a lot of time on business in southern CA with Diane accompanying him a lot to visit their family there. We are all sorry to see them go, but our loss is Coronado’s gain. Fair winds and following seas, good friends! As you read this, our next big event will be our semi- annual Leadership event in October. Our Chapter Events Chairman Rick Snyder ’75 is still coordinating with our guest speaker to determine the date and time (breakfast or luncheon), but we’re pretty sure it will be at The River’s Edge Club on NAS Patuxent River, so stay tuned to our website or your inbox for further details. Meanwhile, our monthly Business Meetings are held on the second Tuesday each month at 1700 at The Lexington (nee Roost) Restaurant, so come on by and say hello. We try to do something about every month, so check out the schedule on our website (www. navyalumni.org) and, as always, BEAT ARMY! C’mon, Stu! - Sandy out.

Massachusetts Boston Chapter Pres: James Kras ’69 112 Beach Street, Unit 4, Boston, MA 02111 P: 617-645-1032; E: jameskras@comcast.net

Shipmate contact: Capt. Pete Seibert ’65 P: 781-235-5909; E: pkseibert@comcast.net

Website: http://boston.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Reid Oslin P: 781-738-0777; E: reid.oslin.1@bc.edu

On Friday July 12, 2013, Midshipmen of the US Naval Academy arrived in the port of Marblehead, MA for a three-day stay. Sailing from Annapolis, MD on four

Detroit Chapter: Some of those at the July lunch from left standing: Jim Acker ’66, Art Bryant ’66 and seated from left Mike Bennett, Jim Fleming ’66 and Rick Fresquez ’86

44-foot sail training vessels, these young men and women were participating in an offshore professional development program designed to provide experience in navigation, seamanship and small unit leadership responsibilities. A total of 32 midshipmen and 8 coaches/officers made the trip. Local alumnus, Peter S. Craig, ’78, did a fabulous job of coordinating and hosting the visit by organizing a myriad of weekend activities, arranging dock space & housing, gathering sponsors, contacting local civic groups, disseminating information and promoting an abundance of press coverage for the weekend. Peter currently resides in Marblehead and is the President of Premiere Racing Inc. The visit and event was a tremendous success due primarily to his efforts and hard work. Docked at Marblehead’s town docks adjacent to the Town Landing, one of the Naval Academy Sailing Squadron boats was available for touring. Midshipmen crew members were available for comment and conversation with visiting hours on Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 2 pm. During the weekend full of activities, the Boston Chapter co-sponsored the Saturday evening Barbeque, held by Peter at his home, which was well-attended by the midshipmen, their coaches and local dignitaries. The Chapter assistance was greatly appreciated. Chapter Vice-President, Jody Graul ’70, an avid sailor himself, helped generate some local enthusiasm and attendance by contacting high school sailing teams, various sailing clubs and organizations, as well as other local sailors regarding the USNA visit. For more information about Naval Academy Sailing, visit http://www.usna. edu/SailingTeam/newsite/home/.

Michigan Detroit Chapter Pres: Arthur W. Bryant ’66 1811 Hollywood; Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236-1311 H: 313-885-2174; C: 313-590-0301 E: arthurwbryant@gmail.com

Website: http://detroit.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: Michael Bennett P: 586-468-7490; E: mbbennett@comcast.net

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Doug Bishop ’69, USN (Ret.) P: 231-946-4100 x103 E: doug1@bishopheintz.com

As most of you know, our chapter raised just short of $30,000 for the recent Campaign for the Naval Academy. This was money over and above what our members may have given for personal or class gifts. For that we were recognized with a plaque (see picture) on a garden area at the front of the Football Stadium entrance. I think it is very impressive and I hope you will take the time to visit the area and appreciate what we have done. As a reminder, our chapter raised $25,000 to purchase a small music room in Alumni Hall during the public fundraising for that building. I think you can be proud of your efforts, and I say WELL DONE.

This plaque is prominently displayed to the left when approaching the East end of the Stadium near the walking path.

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Upper Midwest Chapter: Navy golfers at the 12th annual Minnesota All Service Academy Golf Tournament (left to Right): Jim Conn ’67, Neil Tollefsrud ’75, Mark Winnick ’90, Dave Lancaster ’80, Jerry Witowski ’69, Bob Christensen ’80, Alex Plechash ’75, Chris Larson ’00, Mike Stephenson ’75, Dick Rutledge ’67. Not pictured: Rich Haddad ’84

Our July lunch was at the Clawson Steak House with a lot of talk about the October 19 game against Toledo. The Toledo Chapter is putting together a Tailgate for Saturday and possibly an event for Friday night. Contact Art at the above email address or phone numbers if you do not get our monthly emails. By the time you receive this we will have all the details.

Minnesota Upper Midwest Chapter Pres: LtCol Alex Plechash ’75, USMC (Ret.) 475 Highcroft Rd, Wayzata, MN 55391 P: 952-473-0011; M: 612-801-8222 E: AlexPlechash@mchsi.com

Shipmate Contact:Richard F. Elliott ’68 E: RFElliott@nwc.edu

Website: http://uppermidwest.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator:CAPT Mark Salmen ’73, USN (Ret.) P: 651-271-6690; E: mark.salmen@1973.usna.com

Please join us for our monthly All Service Academy breakfasts: * West side - first Friday at Kip’s Authentic Irish Pub in the Marriott West, 9970 Wayzata Boulevard (I-394 & US 169), St. Louis Park. * East side - second Friday at The Machine Shed Restaurant, 8515 Hudson Boulevard (I-94 exit 250 & Inwood Ave. (Hwy 13)), Lake Elmo. The 12th annual Minnesota All Service Academy Golf Tournament was on Friday, August 2nd at Bunker Hills Golf Course, Coon Rapids. 12 teams in a scramble format, split among the three major service academies, enjoyed a perfect day for golf. Unfortunately, Army reclaimed the trophy with a top team score of 10 under par. A Navy team was second at 8 under par. The longest drive contest was won by a Navy player. Closest to the pin and longest putt were both won by Army players. Although it was a

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disappointing outcome, the camaraderie among the players was great. If you haven’t participated before, or haven’t been to the tournament for a while, consider coming out next year. It is a great event and a good way to spend a summer Friday afternoon. It’s open to alumni, family members, parents’ club members, etc. At both July breakfast meetings Jerry Witowski ’69 briefed us on the Naval Academy Alumni Mentoring Program (AMP). AMP is the Legacy Project that, when fully implemented, will commemorate the 50th anniversary for the class of 1969. The project is funded by the class and is intended to be “by Alumni, for Alumni.” The AMP system will connect Alumni Mentor volunteers with Alumni Protégés for ongoing dialog and access to mentoring tools. The intent is to provide objective advice on career and topical and situational matters in a private and confidential manner. AMP is in an initial pilot phase with several hundred USNA Alumni mentors and protégés participating. Jerry concluded by saying that additional participants, particularly protégés, are still being sought for the pilot phase. Anyone interested can find more information on the USNA website under Support the Academy, then select “Become a Mentor” or “Become a Protégé”. At the east side breakfast, the local USAFA AOG (alumni association) Chapter President, Tom Wilson, invited USNA Grads to a social affair to watch the Navy - Air Force football game on October 15th. Details to follow. July west side breakfast attendees included Carl Gronemann ’45, Ray Witter ’64, Jim Conn ’67, Jerry Witowski ’69, Mark Salmen ’73, Neil Tollefsrud ’75,

Dave Lancaster ’80, Ken Liss ’81, Craig Benson ’91, Brent McMurray ’91, and Jay Erwin ’93. East side alumni were Ray Witter ’64, Jerry Witowski ’69, Alex Plechash ’75, Dave Ratte ’84, and Craig Benson ’91. Jon Olson ’90 represented our Upper Midwest Chapter at the USNA Alumni Association International Chapter Officers Forum (ICOF) in Annapolis. The annual forum discusses “chapter best practices” and provides updates on Naval Academy activities. Jon briefed our Chapter Board of Trustees on this event. The Board is evaluating several of the best practices he outlined. An interesting portion of Jon’s report covered the current USNA Service Selection process, which focuses on matching each Mid with the career path that best fits his/her top choice and greatest compatibility. The process takes a few months, but approximately 85-90 percent of the Mids get their first choice of community. Then their class rank allows them to select their ship, aviation program start date, etc. Ray Witter ’64 and Jean are invited to and will attend the commissioning of the USS MINNESOTA (SSN-783) in Norfolk,VA on September 13th. Chapter member Jim Coulson ’77 and Maggie report that their daughter, LT(jg) Deidre Coulson ’11, is engaged to LT Andrew Tucker ’08. The January wedding will be in the Naval Academy Chapel. LT(jg) Coulson is completing her qualifications in the SF-60F in San Diego and will be assigned to HS-11 in Jacksonville, FL. LT Tucker is an E-2 pilot currently assigned to VAW-124 in Norfolk,VA. Craig Benson ’91, has acquired Gusset Design, a 15 person manufacturing company. Gusset Design, located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, specializes in custom metal fabrication and machining for customers across the US. Craig can be reached at craig.benson@gussetdesign.com or at www.gussetdesign.com.

Mississippi South Mississippi Chapter Pres: CDR E. Spencer Garrett IV ’88, USNR P.O. Box 1792, Gautier, MS 39553 P: 228-497-5050; E: esgarrett44@aol.com

Sec’y: Harry J.Rucker E: navynomad50@caldeone.net

BGO Area Coordinator: Maj Jeremy Vanderloo ’94 USMCR E: jvande1@entergy.com

Missouri Greater Kansas City Metro Chapter Pres: Ron Wisdom ’98 P: 816-750-4300; E: ronwisdom@sbcglobal.net

Website: http://KansasCity.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Jeff Kran ’74, USN (Ret.) P: 913-707-4860; E: navy744753@aol.com

St. Louis Chapter Pres: Matt McCroaey ’91

New Mexico New Mexico Chapter Pres: Christine Hoagland ’97 P: 505-771-8977; E: christinehoagland@hotmail.com

Sec’y: Don Rohr ’55 E: rohrdf@q.com

NM Parents’ Club Pres: Helen Romero Johnson P: 505-867-3570; E: mwjohnson@aol.com

Website: http://newmexico.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Keith Jones

E: usna74@att.net

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Montana

Intermountain Chapter See Utah

BGO Area Coordinator: Capt Melville Walters ’68 USN (Ret.) P: 406-777-2421; E: usna68inMT@aol.com

Nebraska Omaha Chapter Pres: Ray Foran ’00 P: 402-312-4917; E: rayforan@2000.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR David Weaver ’83, USNR (Ret.) P: 402-330-9554; E: dweaver@oppd.com

Nevada Southern Nevada Chapter Pres: Jack Ewing ’93 8925 W. Post Rd, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV 89148 P: 702-492-3800; E: ewing3jr@yahoo.com

Website: http://southernnevada.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Stephen Schumacher ’74 P: 775-851-3409; E: bigshoenv@sbcglobal.net

New Jersey New Jersey Chapter Pres: Mike Lupton ’86 P: 973-763-6379; E: michaellupton86@yahoo.com

Vice Pres: Rich Vaill ’88 E: rcvaill@comcast.net

Sec’y: Bob Moran ’83 P: 732-369-6389; E: bob.moran@1983.usna.com

Website: http://newjersey.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: (North NJ) CDR William Squires ’75, USNR (Ret.) P: 201-951-2867; E: rs.ci@verizon.net

BGO Area Coordinator: (South NJ) William DePue P: 856-546-9094; E: billd@billows.com

HOMECOMING 2013 Welcome Back Alumni! Stop in and get acquainted at your Alumni House 1-4 pm Open House

Metro New York Chapter (NAANY) Pres: Tom Williams ’88 P: 212-255-3387; E: Tom_2500@msn.com HotLine: 1-800-234-USNA (8732)

E: caseyjonesabq@msn.com

E: matt.mccroary@gmail.com

Website: http://stlouis.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Michael Carnes ’74, USN (Ret.)

Plans are being made for the get-together for the Army-Navy Game on Saturday, 14 December. More about this as plans are firmed up. Additional Chapter functions in 2013 and 2014 will be addressed as they are planned

New York Capital District Chapter Pres: Frank Hughes ’80 P: 518-432-9193; E: frankhughes2@yahoo.com

Sec’y: Gordon Lattey

Website: http://www.NAANY.org BGO Area Coordinator: LT Tim Parlatore ’02, USNR P: 732-904-6391; E: tim@cutlerandparlatore.com

Western New York Chapter Pres: LCDR Joseph A. Vaccarella ’92 USNR

40 First Street, Troy, NY 12180 P: 518-274-4989; E: ussslater@aol.com

Website: http://capitaldistrictny.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR William deVries

17 Shannon Cres, Spencerport, NY 14559-9758 P: 585-478-9946; E: vaccarella@1992.usna.com

Website: http://westernny.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: Dick Kievit ’61

E: wdevries@nycap.rr.com

Central New York Chapter Pres: Steve Erb ’68 E: steveerb@windstream.net

Sec’y: Bob Fegan Jr. ’64 E: bobfegan@windstream.net

Website: CentralNY.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR William deVries E: wdevries@nycap.rr.com

The CNY Chapter hosted the second of its every-other-month lunch on 17 July at the Limestone Grille, the former Craftsman Grille. It is still part of the Craftsman Inn and is located at 7300 East Genesee Street in Fayetteville across from the Fayetteville Towne Center. Attendees at the lunch were Augie Albanese ’48 and his companion Patricia Conklin, Steve Erb ’68 and his wife Judy, Bob Fegan ’64 and his wife Marilyn, Howard Gutzman ’75, Jim Horten ’88 and his wife Jackie, Mick Keville ’74, Doug Marshall ’73, Bruce Tapper ’57, Si Ulcickas ’55 and his wife Robbie, and Tony Zallnick ’66. Jim Horten, CAPT, USN is the new Commanding Officer of the NROTC Unit at Cornell University, and Professor of Naval Science. Doug Marshall is back with his family after a tour in Afghanistan. The remaining lunches for 2013 are the Wednesdays, 18 September and 20 November. Alumni, family, friends, USNA parents, etc are welcome to join the Chapter for lunch. Call (315-655-5949) or e-mail Bob Fegan if attending so as to be added to the attendee count.

P: 585-385-4314; E: kiwiusna@rochester.rr.com

The Naval Academy Alumni Association, the West Point Society and Veterans Network of Kodak Employees hosted a dinner on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at the Irondequoit Country Club, Pittsford, NY to recognize the Midshipmen and Cadets reporting to the Academy for the class of 2017. The guest speaker was Vice Admiral Murrett, Deputy Director, Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism at Syracuse University; and former Director of Naval Intelligence.

Nelson Blish ’69, on the left, Admiral Murrett, and Jeff Bartkoski ’84.

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North Carolina

BGO Area Coordinator:Trey Alexander ’90 P: 980-329-6193; E: usna.bgo.ac.nc@live.com

Cape Fear Chapter Pres: CAPT Walter N. Flippin III ’75, USNR (Ret.) 132 King Arthur Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 P: 910-256-6289; E: walt75@bellsouth.net

Sec’y: Dr. John Crisp ’70 629 Woodland Forest Court, Wilmington, NC 28403 P: 910-256-7242; E: crisp40@ec.rr.com

Shipmate contact: Mr. James Welch ’52 1160 Arboretum Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405 P: 910-256-5489; E: jimlyne28@msn.com

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Columbus and Central Ohio Chapter Pres: CDR James H. Cowardin ’66, USNR (Ret.)

E: kimberlycrooks@hotmail.com

P: 614-488-3873; E: jimco66@gmail.com

Sec’y: Jeff Searcy ’62

Website: http://www.usnacentralohio.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT D. Michael Crites ’70, USNR (Ret.)

P: 704-341-2255; E: jeffsearcy@carolina.rr.com

Website: Charlotte.usnachapters.com

P: 614-327-1061; E: usnacondor@hotmail.com

Eastern North Carolina Chapter Pres: Rob Skrotsky ’67

Toledo Chapter Pres: David B. Puckett ’63

PO Box 778, New Bern, NC 28562 H: 252-514-0299; E: crskrotsky@earthlink.net

Vice Pres: Rick Kunkel ’67 P: 910-455-6280; E: rkunkel@ec.rr.com

Sec’y:Tim Marvin ’59 PO Box 731, Kure Beach, NC 28449-0731 E: tmarvin738@charter.net

Treas: Jim St John ’53 601 Doral Ct., New Bern, NC 28562 H: 252-636-1977; E: saintlink@always-online.com

Website: http://easternnc.usnachapters.com

Piedmont Chapter Pres: Paul Timmins E: timmins1@bellsouth.net

Vice Pres: CAPT Claude Lumpkin ’65, USNR (Ret.) E: clumpkin@1965.usna.com

Sec’y:Tom Cornejo E: thomas.cornejo@yahoo.com

North Carolina Triangle Chapter Pres: Pete Turner ’87 Sec’y: John Donnelly ’05 Website: http://sites.google.com/site/ usnatriangle/

Greetings from the Triangle in North Carolina, As the summer eased towards its close, the Triangle Chapter was fortunate to be joined in the monthly meetings by several alumni with timely and interesting stories to tell. In July, Jeff Edgar ’81 spoke about the Cryptologic community, including its history and where it is going. The talk gave first hand perspective on how the military can sort through massive amounts of date and find the signals through the noise. In August, Tony Fabiano ’92 spoke about small wars in Africa. Tony is a published author leaning on his personal experiences in Liberia and has a second book due out next spring. Tony’s discussion gave the chapter a new perspective on the conflicts in Africa and the efforts to bring a stabilizing presence to an area torn by war for decades. Over thirty Chapter members and their friends and family attended each luncheon. Members present included Elizabeth Hallinan ’80, Jeff Truitt ’93, Paul Stiller ’58, Vince Sadd ’77, John Gardiner ’78, Tom Adams ’71, John Jones ’93, John Walls ’86, Jim Petrilla ’85, Steve Matts ’80, Joe Matza ’85, and Christopher Perrien ’74.

Jeff Truitt ’93, thanks his old squad leader, Tony Fabiano ’92 for sharing his experiences in Africa

This fall the chapter will continue its monthly meetings and will host the alumni tailgate for the USNA game at Duke University. All alumni attending the game are encouraged to sign up and attend the tailgate. Upcoming Chapter Events Oct 12—USNA at Duke University football tailgate Nov 1—Monthly Luncheon Capitol City Chophouse (near RDU airport) The Chapter generally meets the first Friday of each month, and all graduates and friends are welcome to attend. Current Chapter info is on our website: https://sites.google.com/site/usnatriangle/home-port or follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/AcademyTriNet

North Dakota Upper Midwest Chapter

5051 Chatham Valley, Rd., Toledo, OH 43615-1107 E: dpuckett@buckeye-express.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT David Chilson, USNR (Ret.) P: 419-308-6464; E: chilson@cs.bgsu.edu

Oklahoma BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Harry Rouse ’77, USN (Ret.) E: HVRouse@aol.com

Oklahoma City Chapter Pres: CDR James M. Novak ’91, USN (Ret.) P: 405-524-1006; E: novak6@sbcglobal.net

Tulsa Chapter Pres:CDR Harry V. Rouse IV ’77, USN (Ret.) 2623 East 33 Pl., Tulsa, OK 74105-2334

Oregon Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter Pres: Ray Kutch ’63 E: rjkutch@comcast.net

Sec’y: John Adams ’69 E: johnadams1969@gmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT “Butch” Bewick ’62, USNR (Ret.) P: 503-319-4563; E: Jsbewick@aol.com

See Minnesota

BGO Area Coordinator: Susan Canham P: 701-226-2204; E: scanham2@bis.midco.net

Ohio Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Chapter Pres: R.Thomas Schram ’69 6870 Indian Hill Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45227 P:513-871-7266; E: tschram@fuse.net

Sec’y: Todd Barrett ’00 7612 Tepperwood Drive,West Chester, OH 45069 P: 513-846-0363; E: ToddC.Barrett@ge.com

Website: http://www.usnacinci.org BGO Area Coordinator: Kevin Queem E: queen.ks@gmail.com

Cleveland Chapter Pres: Capt. FredW. Bergman ’75, USNR (Ret.) P: 440-570-3564; E: FWayBergman@aol.com

Sec’y: John Blackburn ’82 E: joblackburn@clevelandtrack.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Thomas Hartline ’81, USNR (Ret.) P: 216-433-5298; E: thomas.w.hartline@nasa.gov

Pennsylvania Philadelphia Chapter Pres: Kerr Smith ’72 1209 Morgan Ave., Drexel Hill, PA 19026-3330 P: 610-449-8055; E: smithsdrexelhilll@yahoo.com; members@usnaphil.com; events@usnaphil.com; webmaster@usnaphil.com

Website: www.usnaphil.com Shipmate News Input: Gregg Hamelin ’72 E: hamelingr@gmail.com

Website: Philadelphia.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR James Lare, ’77, USNR (Ret.) P: 610-222-4695; E: Jlare@comcast.net

Sec’y Column Deadlines (send columns to chapternews@usna.com)

ISSUE Nov.-Dec. ’13 Jan-Feb ’14 March-April ’14 Stewardship ’14 May-June ’14 July-August ’14 Mmbr.Serv./Fall ’14 Sept.-Oct.’14 Nov.-Dec. ’14

DATE DUE: 7 October 2013 4 December 2012 29 January 2013 26 February 2013 23 April 2013 2 June 2013 8 July 2013 4 August 2013 3 October 2013

2014 Shipmate Deadlines to note...

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Pittsburgh Chapter Pres:William E. Otto ’71

Philippines

4105 Tartan Ct., Murrysville, PA 15668-1045 E: figaro4105@aol.com

Philippines Chapter Pres: Jose “Roy” Roilo Golez ’70

Website: Pittsburgh.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT David Gates ’77, USN (Ret.)

House of Representatives Batasan Hills Quezon City, Philippines C: 639-1753-95095; F: 632 9316624 E: gogo@golez.com

P: 724-632-6621; E: LJreese357@aol.com

Sec’y:Vincent Sibala ’93

Susquehanna Valley Chapter Pres: Paul Kurisky ’87

O/N-1 HQ Philippine Navy (pma92) 2335 Roxas Blvd., Manila P: 919-354-5846; E: pastilan@hotmail.com

65 Magnolia Dr., Leola, PA 17540 P: 717-519-4961; E: paul.j.kurisky@mssb.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Sue Loustaunau

Vice Pres: Chris Nigon

P: 207-326-0574; E: sjlous@roadrunner.com

E: captcsn@aol.com

Sec’y: Jeff Knauer ’78

Recreational Vehicle

525 White Oak Rd, New Holland, PA 17557 E: knauer4@frontiernet.net

American Chapter Pres: Jay Williams ’67

Treas: Bob Abel ’90 2126 Waterford Dr., Lancaster, PA 17601 E: robertabel@mac.com

E: wjay@bellsouth.net

Sec’y: Jim Roberts ’59

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Gary LaBuda ’79, USN (Ret.)

E: JRobe925228@aol.com

Treas: Glenn Shindler ’64

E: gary.labuda@1979.usna.com

On 19 June, the Susquehanna Valley Chapter sponsored its second annual All Hands social, with nearly 50 Chapter members and guests in attendance in Lancaster, PA. Dean of Admissions, Bruce Latta (USNA ’78) was the guest speaker. Included in the attendance figure were representatives from every class decade from the 1950s through the 2000s. The class of 1978 had the best representation, with three classmates joining Dean Latta for a total of four. Also joining the Chapter were guests from the Philadelphia Chapter, RV Chapter, and the Central PA U.S. Merchant Marine Academy alumni chapter. Guests enjoyed appetizers and drinks, while socializing with other members for an hour, followed by the introduction of newly elected Chapter Officers and Board members, business updates, and the Dean’s presentation.

4530 Lasheart Dr., La Canada, CA 91011 E: gshindler64@earthlink.net

Shipmate inputs to: Susan Norton E: ssusy3242@gmail.com

Website: http://www.usnarv.org

Following is the report from the West Glacier Comearound, as written by Keith Waldrop:

n “The West Glacier, MT Come-Around Upcoming Events: 8/14/13 – Social/networking – NSA, Mechanicsburg, PA 9/25/13 – Board meeting - location TBD 10/12/13 – Chapter picnic – Home of Gary LaBuda, Marietta, PA 11/13/13 – Social/networking – NSA, Mechanicsburg, PA 12/14/13 – Army-Navy party (tentative) 1/15/14 – Board meeting – location TBD 3/19/14 – Board meeting – location TBD 5/14/14 – Board meeting (tentative) 6/18/14 – Third Annual All Hands Chapter meeting (tentative) Only dues paying Chapter members will receive regular updates and specific details. Email Treasurer Bob Abel if you are not sure of your dues status.

HOMECOMING 2013 Thursday, 24 October through Saturday, 26 October

was held during the week of the Independence Day Holiday.The impeccable West Glacier KOA was, as expected, a perfect choice for a base of operations. The campground is surrounded by forested mountains and is located just 2 miles from the west entrance to Glacier National Park. “Attendees rolled in on Monday, 1 July: Dee and Bill Bradford, ’63, Sandy and Hal Anderson, ’64,Val and Gary Polansky ’69 , Pat and Jack Everett ’64 and Karen and Keith Waldrop ’64. The latter two couples served as Co-Firsties, arriving a couple of days ahead of the rest after surviving a very near miss with a moose enroute from the east side of Glacier Park. “The Firsties Dinner on “opening night” featured homemade chili and corn chowder, salad, and garlic bread followed by Karen’s famous rum cake for dessert. Dinner was served in the large shelter provided by the campground and reserved for our group for the entire week as the location for daily happy hours, impromptu get-togethers and our closing night pot luck dinner. “On Tuesday, we were picked up at the campground by Red Bus Tours which operates a fleet of White Motorcar Company open top tour buses originally built in the late 1930s. Our 7.5 hour guided tour of September-October 2013

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RV Chapter: Logan Pass

Deciding what road to travel next? I-75 in Tennessee would be a good choice, for the Watts Bar comearound, a favorite of many of us. It begins on October 8th, hope to see you there!

Rhode Island Newport Chapter

Pres: ADM James R. Hogg ’56, USN (Ret.) 2556 West Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI 02871 P: 401-841-2625

Corr Sec’y: Ben Katz ’57 E: Ben.Katz@1957.usna.com

RV Chapter

Glacier Park included all of Going-tothe-Sun Highway, which, in most folks’ opinion, is the most spectacular drive in all of North America. We had a sunny, clear day to enjoy the vistas. Although it was a bit warm by Glacier Park standards, our driver cooled us off by driving along the edge of the waterfalls cascading down onto the narrow road from melting snow and ice. Mountain goats and big horn sheep were spotted along the drive. Dinner was enjoyed at Rising Sun Lodge on the eastern side of the Park. “Wednesday was a long busy day starting with a 30 mile drive to the very picturesque town of Whitefish, MT which sits at the north end of the Flathead Valley, followed by the long uphill drive to Whitefish Mountain Resort where we rode the chairlift to the 7400 foot summit of Big Mountain to take in the high altitude views down the Valley and into Glacier Park.After returning to the bottom of the chairlift, a few brave souls in the group opted to try the twisty-turny downhill luge run. No personal disasters resulted from this diversion. Lunch and a bit of shopping in Whitefish followed, then the 25 mile gravel road drive to the

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rustic and remote settlement of Polebridge (the very definition of “the back of beyond”) where we enjoyed dinner and drinks in the Northern Lights Saloon, a 100 year old log cabin. “The Independence Day Holiday provided a “day at leisure” for everyone. The regular afternoon Happy Hour was preceded by games of horseshoes and cribbage, and plenty of socializing. The Co-Firsties provided dinner with grilled chicken, potato salad and Chinese noodle salad followed by ice cream sundaes (Montana Huckleberry and Black Cherry, plus Chocolate). “On Friday, we hit the trails in the Park by taking a 4 mile (round trip) hike through deep woods and along the roaring stream flowing from Avalanche Lake which, in turn, is fed by seven waterfalls cascading down steep cliffs to form this beautiful dead end canyon. The 500 foot elevation gain along the way provided a good workout for everyone and ensured a good night’s sleep. Upon our return to the campground, we freshened up quickly and headed back into the Park for a wonderful dinner at the Lake McDonald Lodge, followed by an evening cruise

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Stuart Craig ’86, USN E: sbcraig@1986.usna.com

South Carolina BGO Area Coordinator: Eve Dallas E: dallasbgo@gmail.com

Central Savannah Chapter (Aiken, SC; Augusta, GA; and surrounding areas) Pres: CAPT J. Frederick Dohse ’72, USN (Ret.) E: jfdohse@atlanticbb.net

Website: http://csra.usnachapters.com/

Charleston Chapter Pres: CDR Rick Stein ’82, USNR (Ret.) 784 Preservation Place, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 P: 843-856-6591 W: 843-557-7021 E: Rick.Stein@CBUnited.com

Website: www.RickSteinOnline.com

On Monday, August 19, The Charleston Chapter held its Monthly Luncheon. Our speaker was College of Charleston Men’s Basketball Coach Doug Wojcik (USNA ’87). In attendance were: Ted Speaker ’50; Max Hill ’51; Fuzzy Knight ’53; Joe Thomas ’53; Tom Mayberry ’53; Jim Blandford ’55; Jim Flatley ’56; Ed Parent ’56; John Nolen ’57; Rich Roddy ’59; Larry Elberfeld ’64; Bernie Magdelain ’67; Winn Harding ’68; Tom Gillespie ’69; Bill Bobo ’72; Matt Minahan ’73; Ron Malec ’74; Rick Self ’77; Denny Simon ’77;

Tennessee Chattanooga Chapter Pres: CAPT R. E. (Rusty) Colquitt, ’71 USNR (Ret.) P: 423-886-6049; E: recol4971@comcast.net

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard Cataldi ’69, USN (Ret.) P: 865-966-4677; E: cdrcataldi@tds.net

Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter Pres: Joe Solymossy ’68 P: 865-274-3362; E: jmsoly@juno.com

Vice Pres: Duane Beck ’60 E: dcbtanasi@charter.net

Sec’y-Treas: CAPT Mark Kohring ’73, USNR (Ret.) BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard Cataldi ’69, USN (Ret.) P: 865-966-4677; E: cdrcataldi@tds.net

Low Country Chapter: Sand Gnats 2013

Rick Stein ’82; Garry English ’84; Gino Celic ’88; Jim Miller ’89; Andrew McMarlin ’91; and David Kern ’92. The Charleston Chapter meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 12 Noon at Zeus Restaurant in Mount Pleasant. No reservation required. Low Country Chapter Pres: Doug Ogden ’67 424 B.B. Sams Drive, Dataw Island, SC 29920 P-843-838-0077; E-dogden@islc.ne

Jessie who all made it two years in a row, and Dave Woodward ’60. The 3393 fans in attendance were rewarded with a 10-3 win by the Sand Gnats in a game that started out as a pitchers’ duel and was tied at 1-1 after 5-1/2 innings. The Gnats broke the game open with a 5 run 6th inning. Given the lead, most of us old timers took leave before the 7th inning stretch and headed for the exits and the drive home. Wait ‘til next year!

Sec’y: Mr.Thomas M. Anderson ’60

P: 901-527-2313; E: juddosten@1964.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Paul Schuhlein ’85, USN (Ret.) P: 901-751-2225; E: pschuhlein@yahoo.com

Nashville Chapter Pres: CDR John F. Ohlinger ’69, USN (Ret.) 880 Lakemont Dr., Nashville, TN 37220-2124 H: 615-370-1441; W: 615-594-7628 E: john.ohlinger@usna.1969.com

BGO Area Coordinator:Thomas Forsythe ’79 E: tom_forsythe@kyzen.com

Texas

P: 843-987-0121; E: tomandcarola@embarqmail.com

Website: LowCountry.usnachapters.com

It was “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” for our Low Country Chapter on Thursday, June 27th, our annual outing at historic Grayson Stadium in Savannah, Georgia. The Savannah Sand Gnats (New York Mets) took on the Rome (GA) Braves (Atlanta Braves) in a night game on Budweiser Military Appreciation Thirsty Thursday & Jersey Auction Night at the stadium. Admission was free for all active duty and retired military, the Gnats wore cammy jerseys that were auctioned off after the game with proceeds benefiting local military charities, and the first 100 active duty military personnel attending received free T-shirts. On top of all that, everyone got to enjoy half price draft beer or small sodas all night long while sitting in great seats cooled by huge “Big Ass Fans” (kid you not, that’s the brand name) whirling like idling helo blades over head. The Chapter’s ball fans in attendance included Tom Anderson ’60, Phil Boyer ’64 and his fiancée, Linda Morgan, Dave Spisso ’67 with son DJ and grandchildren, George Stubbs ’58, Denny Tomlin ’63 and wife Cindy, Rich Weidman ’63 and wife Doo as well as daughter Julie and grandchildren Caroline, Jack and

Memphis Chapter Pres: Judd F. Osten ’64

Alamo Chapter Pres: CAPT Ron A. Sandoval ’81, USN 18010 Keystone Blf, San Antonio, TX 78258-3436

Please send Shipmate Submissions and all correspondences to: Sec’y: Dave Driskell ’63 PO Box 461564, San Antonio, TX 78246-1564 E: info@alamogoats.org

Dave Woodward and Tom Anderson 1960

Website: http://www.alamo.usnachapters.com FACEBOOK: Alamo Chapter NAAA BGO Area Coordinator: Maj Bruce Davis ’85, USMCR P: 210-877-1612; E: bruce.davis@parsons.com

Grayson Stadium Under the BAF.

Go Navy! Tom Anderson ’60, Secretary Palmetto Chapter Pres: Capt Matthew J. Felt ’88, USN P: 864-297-6398; E: mjfelt@baldor.com

South Carolina Midlands Chapter Pres: CAPT Mike Kehoe ’71 1270 Polo Rd Apt 321, Columbia, SC 29223 P: 803-865-8664; E: mandnkehoe@hotmail.com;

Sec’y: Katie Hirsch E: mkh5325@aol.com

Website: www.usnasc.org

Dog days of summer for Alamo Chapter… no meetings in July and August. The July 4th parade in Fredericksburg featured Alamo Chapter member LCDR Michele Massberg (’95) as Grand Marshall and keynote speaker. The following note appeared in the Fredericksburg Standard; “A nod to female veterans and a swinging set of World War II-era music highlighted the free patriotic program that followed the Fourth of July parade on Thursday at Marktplatz. Lt. Cmdr. Michele Maasberg gave the keynote address, and discussed her service as a Navy Combat Search and Rescue helicopter pilot in Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, Haiti and European Theaters.” Lt. Landerrick Boulding, Admissions Region 3 Counselor held an Admissions Forum in San Antonio on July 31. It September-October 2013

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CHAPTER NEWS included 10 invited applicants (and families) for the class of 2018. BGOs in attendance were Dave Driskell ’63, Richard Villarreal and Roman Sanchez. Lt Boulding focused on the cycle, highlighting deadlines, and the need for congressional nominations. He also pushed hard on the financial benefits and post-graduation job opportunities. All of this is well known to our readers so details are unnecessary. Finally, please consider joining our organization so that we can continue our support of local academy related events, OPINFO, NASS, STEM and STNAPC. A membership application is available at alamo.usnachapters.com or contact me at daved@frand.com. GO NAVY !! Dave Driskell ’63, Secretary Austin Chapter Pres: John Rogers ’70 E: retf14rio@sbcglobal.net

Corr Sec’y: Liz Leonard ’00 E: eamleonard@gmail.com

Website: Austin.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Maj Bruce Davis ’85, USMCR P: 210-877-1612; E: bruce.davis@parsons.com

Austin chapter meetings are held at 11:30 am on the fourth Tuesday of each month at Marie Callender’s, 9503 Blvd. #400 in Austin. All USNA graduates and their spouses in the Austin area are invited to participate. Reservations are not required. Attending in July were: Chip Buerger ’58, Mike Neely ’58, George Denny ’58, Joe Wright ’59, Gary Chapel ’61, Don McAlister ’63, Bob Jones ’64, Neil Duarte ’65, Bob Perch ’70, John Rogers ’70, Vern Williams ’74, Mike Paczan ’74, Ken Crain ’76, Mark Middleton ’81, Kevin Windbigler ’86, Brad Holbrook ’06, Hal Haskell ’09. New members were Ed Stucky ’73; Dan Vente ’02 and Jeff Layton ’86. Chapter President John Rogers ’70 announced that the Chapter’s Secretary Elizabeth Leonard ’00 had given birth to a daughter, Eleanor Anne Leonard on 19 July 2013. The baby weighed 6 lbs 8 oz. We look forward to Eleanor’s first attendance at a meeting. Congratulations, Liz, from all of us!! Speaking in July was Dr. Charles Breithaupt, UT Associate Vice President and Executive Director of the University Interscholastic League (UIL), a post he has held since 2004. The UIL is in charge of and conducts all forms of high school competition in the state, including athletics, music and academics. Previously, he had

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been in charge of all athletic programs for the league. Dr. Briethaupt coached for 17 years, winning a national championship before joining the UIL. He was a school administrator, including high school principal. He has served on many national committees and organizations as well as local Austin organizations. A graduate of Buna High School, he received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from Lamar University and his PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. “I like to go to the competitions and watch kids blow the top out of tests,” he said. Those who think UIL is mostly athletic would be surprised at the number of students who compete in a wide variety of other events. “Twenty-five thousand music solos contestants will be in Austin each May,” he said. Those programs are more important than many people realize, he said. “Extra-curricular activities get kids excited about coming to school,” Dr. Briethaupt said. “Those involved have higher GPAs, fewer tardies, and fewer disciplinary referrals.” He said his job is primarily conflict resolution. “When my phone rings, it is because someone has a problem,” he said. One the largest problems the UIL has is establishing equitable districts across the vast areas of Texas, particularly in the western part of the state. Some teams have to travel huge distances to play in their competitions. It is not so bad for football, where teams will only go on the road 4 or 5 times. But in basketball and others where there are more games, it is more difficult. He said coaches “...are the last of the cowboys.They know more about their kids than their own parents do. Coaches do so much we don’t realize. We need them to help shape the young people of today.” Dr. Briethaupt said the next sport the UIL will add to high school sports is bowling. North Texas Chapter Pres: Matthew P. Elias ’78 1102 Westminster Ln, Duncanville, TX 75137-2044 H: 972-283-2261; E: matthew.elias@1978.usna.com

Sec’y: Chris Tipton ’90 E: roantipton@gmail.com

Website: www.usnaaa-ntx.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Thomas Kaprurch ’75, USN (Ret.) E: tkap1492@yahoo.com

Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Pres: Justin Jarski ’95 P: 832-722-1462; E: justin.jarski@gmail.com

Database Manager: Michael Vlachakis ’02: E: usnatgcc@yahoo.com

Website: www.usnaaa-txgc.com BGO Area Coordinator: Richard A. Mawdsley (“Rick”) P: 832-326-1685; E: ramawdsley@gmail.com

Turkey Turkey Chapter LTJG Arif Cirtlik ’98,Turkish Navy Veliefendi Mah, 75/6 Sok.No:51/2 Zeytinburnu, Istanbul, Turkey 34765 P: 212-510-5805; E: acirtlik@hotmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Sue Loustaunau P: 207-326-0574; E: sjlous@roadrunner.com

United Kingdom United Kingdom Chapter Pres: LCDR Greta (Spitz) Densham ’00 E: gretaj@mac.com

Sec’y: Mike Smith ’84 E: Mike.Smith@Polycom.com

Board of Directors: Susanne Saalau Bethell ’85 E: suesaalau@hotmail.com

Kelly Mayer ’85 E: mayer@lioncapital.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Sue Loustaunau P: 20-326-0574; E: sjlous@roadrunner.com

Utah Intermountain NA Alumni Chapter Pres:Thomas Rossa ’63 E: thom.rossa@hayes-soloway.com

Sec’y: Darren Briggs ’02 P: 801-996-3258l E: darrin.briggs@schreiberfoods.com

Website: http://utah.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Robert Beer ’62 USN (Ret.) P: 435-657-3098; E: beerutah@msn.com

Virginia Central Virginia Chapter Pres: Alan Swinger ’66 3205 Blandemar Drive; Charlottesville,VA 22903 P: 434-975-6237; E: awswinger@earthlink.net

Treas: Bill Murray ’83 1058 Blackburn Bluff, Charlottesville,VA 22901 P: 434-962-7856; E:bill.murray@mjh.org

BGO Area Coordinator: Stephanie Barnes ’04 E: barnes.steph@gmail.com

Hampton Roads Chapter Pres: CDR Mark Rupprecht ’76 USN (Ret.) P: 757-282-5546 x 3150; C: 757-285-5310 E: mark.rupprecht@1976.usna.com

Corr Sec’y: Dick Enderly ’71 Website: www.usnahamptonroads.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) P: 757-423-8603; E: dlannetti@vanblk.com

It is hard to believe that the summer has zoomed by and another Navy football season will have already begun by the

time this column goes to print! Here’s hoping the Big Blue garners enough wins to qualify for the Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl on 30 December! With new emcee Brad McDonald ’77 at the helm our Joint Service Academy Businesspersons Networking Breakfasts kicked off on 11 September as Douglas Burdett,VMI ’82, Owner of Artillery Marketing in Norfolk discussed how Defense Contractors can engage in the age of 21st Century Marketing to grow their businesses - even in the face of Sequestration! Coming up on Wednesday October 9th Mr. Mike Bors, owner and founder of CARLOTZ will tell us about his innovative new way to sell your used car and on Wednesday 6 November Kathleen Toomey Jabs ’88, author of Black Wings will discuss her intriguing book.

On 2 August former Blue & Gold Area Coordinator Tim Stark ’78 retired from his Federal career and nearly 40 years of service to our government. However the next phase of his life will definitely be unique as he happily transitions to employment as a family entertainer and clown. To quote Tim, “I figure after 39 years of working for the government I am fully trained and qualified to be a clown!” His timing for the retirement was very apropos, as 1 August marked the beginning of National Clown Week. Check out the attached a picture of one of his characters…Cap’n TJ! If anyone ever needs an entertainer or clown for any event check him out on the web: www.tjstarkandfriends.com.

Members of the Class of ’77: Bob Sinibaldi, Snuffy Smith, Jerry Miller, Bill Daniels, Brad McDonald, Mark Hugel, Ron Brinkley, and Tom Keeley

Our Chapter is extremely proud of its significant presence in local Habitat for Humanity endeavors. Ron Brinkley ’77 is the Interim Executive Director for the local affiliate and in July Dan Lear ’68 was elected as President of the Board. On 29 July that organization proudly dedicated their first Habitat for Humanity Heroes House! At that event Jerry Miller ’77 was honored for the outstanding contributions he and his wife Laura made in supporting that construction effort. In conjunction with that ceremony Chairman of the Habitat for Heroes Committee Stan Bryant ’69 challenged the Class of ’77 to have more members in attendance than the Class of ’69. The “junior” class rose to the occasion (see accompanying photo) winning the challenge easily while the Class of ’69 slinked away mumbling about two of their usual number being away on business, three off cruising the Mediterranean, and one being on the binnacle list. BZ to all who participated!

Tim Stark ’78 stands proudly in his new uniform as “Cap’n TJ the Clown!”

The Chapter’s Fall Golf Outing will be held on Thursday 10 October at the Aeropines Golf Course, NAS Oceana. Don’t miss this opportunity for fun and camaraderie with classmates, fellow grads and friends. And remember the Class with the largest turnout wins the coveted “Fragelle” Lamp Award! Visit the Chapter web site or contact Dan Lear ’68 at (757) 473-2378 or omegadanl@aol.com for details. All upcoming events will be promulgated on our web site (Dave Kern ’81 Webmaster) and announced via Chapter “blaster” emails. Dick Enderly ’71

Quantico Area Chapter Pres: Bob Sonnenberg ’70, LtCol USMC (Ret.) E: Sonnen70@aol.com

Vice Pres: Andy Wehrle ’72 E: andy.wehrle@1972.usna.com

Sec’y: John Brown ’74, LtCol USMC (Ret.) E: JRBrown74@comcast.net

Treas: Jeff Falcone ’91, LtCol USMC (Ret.) E: jfalc1991@yahoo.com

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT James Czerwonky ’63, USNR (Ret.) P: 703-533-3566; E: jczerwonky@verizon.net

On July 8, the first meeting of the newly elected Quantico Area Chapter Council, composed of the officers and the Board of Advisors, convened at Paddy’s Bar and Grill in Stafford,VA. Eight members of the Council, comprising a quorum, spent an hour or so discussing future activities we might pursue for this coming year. In addition to our monthly first-Friday breakfast gatherings, and the two or three away football game parties to cheer on the Navy team, we will expand available service projects we have identified, including work at the Quantico National Cemetery and assistance with the STEM programs in our area and at USNA. Tom Ullrich ’80 will take the lead on getting us involved in STEM efforts. We also discussed ways to increase membership, which will include having our Board of Advisors contact alumni and interested parties in the area to solicit new members and determine activities that would be of interest and value to our membership. Chris MacMurray ’74 agreed to take the lead on developing a Chapter website, and a list of requirements and capabilities of that site is being generated. The Chapter held a regular breakfast meeting on July 12. We were honored to have LtGen Jack Klimp, USMC (Ret.) and USNA ’68 speak to us about the National Association for Uniformed Services (NAUS), of which Gen Klimp is President. He also spoke on the Alumni Association and the USNA Foundation, how they are organized and how they operate so well together, and explained how the Foundation came into existence. Gen Klimp also championed the Travis Manion (USNA ’04) Foundation (“If Not Me, Then Who…”) as an organization worthy of support. Attendees included Deke Forbes ’50, Herb Tiede ’53, Pierce Johnson ’66, Bill Metzger ’68, Thornton Wilt ’68, Larry Cleghorn ’70, Erica Wogaman ’83, Jim Gfrerer ’87, Don McCranie ’94, and Ed Kotulski ’06 among others. Another regular first-Friday breakfast was convened on August 2. Speaking to us was our own Senior Enlisted Advisor, September-October 2013

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CHAPTER NEWS retired Marine Master Sergeant J.D. Baker. J.D. is an honorary member of the USNA Class of ’05, announced at their graduation ceremony. His membership in the class resulted from his positive impact on the class from 2002-2005 as a Senior Enlisted Leader with the 30th Company. J.D. provided a very interesting presentation on the history of the Senior Enlisted Leader program at USNA, and his observations from his time serving in one of the billets. The remarks of many of the attendees were very supportive of the program, and we appreciated J.D.’s candid remarks and assessment. Attendees included Col David Maxwell ’88, Maria Pallotta ’94, CAPT Don Schmieley ’84, Ken Dunn ’73, Walt Giraldi ’69, Bob Cooper ’88, Jim Duran ’83, Jason Sebastion ’01, Fred Crawford ’64, Chris Bennet ’71, and Dennis Lister ’67 among others. Our next breakfast speaker on September 6 will be Jim Ripley ’74, our local Blue and Gold Officer. Jim will speak on the BGO program in our area, as well as inform us how we can get involved and assist him and USNA to identify young men and women who might be interested in pursuing an appointment. We’ve been very fortunate to have had so many great speakers for our breakfast events, and have scheduled some more fine and interesting speakers through December of this year. All alumni, members or not, are invited to participate in our Chapter activities. Go Navy!

Richmond Chapter Pres: Robert Casey ’73 E: robert.casey@power.alstom.com

Corr Sec’y: Michael Metzger ’89 E: michael.metzger@1989.usna.com

Website: http://richmond.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) P: 757-423-8603; E: dlannetti@vanblk.com

Shenandoah Valley Chapter Pres: CAPT Thomas W. Southworth ’67, USNR (Ret.) P: 540-514-4204 E: tomsouthworth@yahoo.com

Sec’y: LCDR Grayson Redford ’63, (Ret.) P: 540-662-6142

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT James Czerwonky ’63, USNR (Ret.) P: 703-533-3566; E: jczerwonky@verizon.net

Williamsburg Chapter Pres: Bob Osmon ’60, USNR SC (Ret.) P: 757-564-3088; E: Ozusna@cox.net

Sec’y:Tom Pratt ’62 CAPT, USN (Ret.) P: 757-564-9090, E: trpratt@verizon.net

BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) P: 757-423-8603; E: dlannetti@vanblk.com

Washington BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Jason Woodward ’99, USNR E: woody@jasonwoodward.com

Hanford/Tri-Cities Chapter Pres: CAPT Edward Schwier ’69, USNA (Ret.) 1196 Brentwood Ave., Richland, WA 99352-8540 H: 509-627-7288; W: 509-372-0176 E: Edward_G_Ed_Schwier@rl.gov; eschwier@charter.net; egschwier@aol.com

Puget Sound Chapter Pres: RADM Bill Center ’68 USN (Ret.) 24007 76th Ave W, Edmonds, WA 98026 P: 206-719-2952; E: w.center@comcast.net

Corr Sec’y: CDR Peter Stit '83, USN (Ret.) 7219 64th St SE, Snohomish, WA 98290

Website: http://pugetsound.usnachapters.com/

Washington, DC Area Greater Washington Chapter Pres: CAPT Paul Normand ’74 E: pnormand@comcast.net

Secretary: Jamie Fleischhacker ’00 E:jfleisch21@gmail.com

Website: www.usnaaagwc.org BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Barry Schildknecht ’92, USN E: brady@1992.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator: (Northern VA) CAPT James Czerwonky ’63, USNR (Ret.) P: 703-533-3566; E: jczerwonky@verizon.net

Wisconsin Wisconsin Chapter Pres: CDR Rob Grasse ’88, USN (Ret.) P: 262-424-9029; E: rgrasse1@wi.rr.com

Vice Pres & Treas: Chris Adams ’75 3448 N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53212-1702 P: 414-967-9249

Sec’y: Jennifer Mellone ’00 16965 Ruby Lane, Brookfield, WI 53005 E: J3ni@hotmail.com; P: 414-336-4436

Website: http://wisconsin.usnachapters.com/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Craig Walker ’83, USNR (Ret.) P: 262-502-9124; E: craig.a.walker@ge.com

Website: http://hanford.usnachapters.com/

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LASTCALL “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 NEAR, WILLIAM BEEKMAN ’36 10 December 2012 COSTAGLIOLA, FRANCESCO ’41 23 June 2013 KANE, JOHN DANDRIDGE HENLEY JR. ’42 RADM, USN (Ret.) 6 August 2013 SIMMONS, KENDALL WASHBURN ’42 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 10 August 2013 DELAMATER, STEPHEN TRUESDALE ’44 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 10 April 2013 BENEDETTI, ALDO JOSEPH ’46 CAPT, USNR (Ret.) 11 August 2013 GERMAN, MARK HARRINGTON ’47 5 August 2013 MOYLE, WALTER GLADSTONE JR. ’47 * 1 August 2013 REILLY, JEREMIAH DANIEL JR. ’47 * CAPT, USN (Ret.) 22 June 2013 SMITH, GORDON ROSS SEYMOUR ’47 7 July 2013 DEMPSEY, RICHARD TALLMADGE ’48 26 July 2013 GARNER, ALAN SEATON ’48 CDR, USN (Ret.) 26 July 2013 MCMANUS, EDWARD ALLEN ’48 CAPT, CEC, USN (Ret.) 31 July 2013 MUNLY, RICHARD EDMUND ’48 CDR, USN (Ret.) 12 August 2013 NORMAN, GEORGE LLOYD JR. ’49 LT, USNR (Ret.) 25 July 2013 WRIGHT, WILLIAM BRISSEY ’50 * CDR, USN (Ret.) 27 July 2013 TUZO, PAUL BENJAMIN III ’51 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 5 August 2013

BERRY, GEORGE HAND JR. ’52 CDR, USN (Ret.) 2 August 2013 JACKSON, ARTHUR DUANE ’52 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 30 July 2013 MANNING, MARTIN FRANCIS JR. ’52 LtCol, USMC (Ret.) 10 August 2013 RIES, ALLEN LOUIS ’52 CDR, USN (Ret.) 7 July 2013 SWANSON, STANLEY RUNYAN ’52 * Lt Col, USAF (Ret.) 14 July 2013 FLAHIVE, JAMES CONNOR ’53 Lt Col, USAF (Ret.) 25 July 2013 PICKETT, REX LEVERING JR. ’53 29 July 2013 STARNES, BILL GENE ’53 6 August 2013

SIPES, JOHN DENNIS ’57 18 July 2013 GAZLAY, RICHARD CLARKE JR. ’60 12 July 2013 OLSEN, WILLIAM PETER ’60 25 July 2013 MCCUNE, JAMES AUGUSTUS III ’61 * 13 August 2013 SMITH, WAYNE JOHN ’61 * CDR, USN (Ret.) 11 August 2013 ANDERSON, DAVID MICHAEL ’63 * 24 August 2013 CRONIN, ROBERT REDMOND ’63 CDR, USN (Ret.) 31 July 2013 HOFF, MICHEAL LEROY ’66 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 3 August 2013 GRUY, CHARLES MONROSE ’67 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 28 July 2013 DE

JONES, JOHN PAUL JR. ’54 RADM, CEC, USN (Ret.) 2 August 2013

SCARBROUGH, GERALD ALAN ’67 27 July 2013

SMITH, LEIGHTON DALE ’54 11 August 2013

CLARK, MICHAEL BERNARD ’69 CDR, USNR (Ret.) 2 August 2013

EADIE, JAMES PETER II ’55 17 July 2013 KANE,VINCENT 2 August 2013

DEPAUL JR. ’55

HERRMAN, ROGER WILLIAM ’69 CDR, USNR (Ret.) 17 August 2013

OATES, CARL EVERETTE ’55 * 23 July 2013

COSGROVE, MICHAEL ALFRED ’70 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 8 August 2013

WEISNER, THOMAS LEE ’56 1 August 2013

MOONEY, MARK DANA ’78 * 8 May 2013

BAULCH, ERNEST FRANKLIN ’57 Col, USMC (Ret.) 26 July 2013

CHICO, CHRISTIAN JAMES ’82 16 July 2013

CASSIMUS, GEORGE DEMETRI ’57 6 August 2013 KASE, ROBERT HOWARD ’57 CAPT, USNR (Ret.) 2 August 2013

GIANGULIO, LAWRENCE LEE ’91 20 July 2013 SANDERS, CALEB DANE COWANS ’11 ENS, USN 31 July 2013

* obituary appears in this issue

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LASTCALL HUGH MARSTON ROBINSON ’38 Captain Hugh M. Robinson, USN (Ret.), died peacefully in his sleep on 13 July 2013. He enjoyed life to the fullest, and everything the world had to offer. He was 97 years old. Born in Springfield, MA, on 31 January 1916 to the late Commander Hugh Burton Robinson and Marion Mason Robinson, he graduated from the Naval Academy in 1938, George Washington University Law School in 1945, and the Naval War College in 1961. He served in the U.S. Navy for 30 years. During that time, he was awarded the Silver Star for action with his PT boats in combat in 1942 in Guadalcanal, the Bronze Star, the Presidential Unit Citation and the French Foreign Legion of Honor. He commanded a squadron of PT boats in the Solomon Islands, the destroyer BADGER and the heavy cruiser LOS ANGELES. Also he served aboard the aircraft carrier FDR and the battleship WISCONSIN. He was the U.S. naval attaché to France and Switzerland (1957-1960) and retired in 1968. At that time, he went to work for the Manufacturing Chemists Associates as legislative counsel. He retired again in 1981. He was a member of the Army-Navy Country Club, the New York Yacht Club, the Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity and Wine Tasters Society of Burgundy. Survivors include his wife, Dixie F. Robinson of Washington, DC; son, Hugo M. Robinson Jr. and his wife, Susie; daughter, Margaret T. Robinson, of Charlottesville,VA; and grandson, Christopher Robinson Strong and his wife, Colleen of Charlottesville,VA. Other family members include four greatgranddaughters, all of Charlottesville,VA; and a niece, Ann Robinson Green and her husband, John of Coeur d’Alene, ID, and her children and grandchildren, one of whom, Sam Fitzmaurice ’15, is a midshipman at the Naval Academy. He was predeceased by his brother, Lieutenant Junior Grade Frank M. Robinson ’36, USN, a naval aviator, in 1941; by his first wife, Peggy Town, in 2002; and by his grandson, Michael Crafaik, in 2008. A memorial service was held at the Knollwood Retirement Community in Washington, DC, on 27 July 2013. Memorial donations may be made to the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation. Hugh was an indulgent husband, a fantastic father, a really great grandfather, the best father-in-law ever, and a good friend to many. He will be missed by all. ROALD EDGAR KOLSTAD ’43 “Ed” Kolstad died on 16 July 2013 from surgery removing an intestinal blockage. He was 93 years old. Ed graduated from St. Paul Central High School in 1938 and completed two years of engineering at the University of Minnesota before entering the U.S. Naval Academy and graduating with the Class of 1943.

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He was assigned to the Pacific area and served aboard CHESTER. He then applied for Navy pilot training and became an F8-F fighter pilot. Two years after the war was over, he resigned from the Navy and went back to the University of Minnesota and received his bachelor’s degree. He was then hired by the 3M Company as an electrical engineer and retired in 1972. He and his wife of 63 years, Liz, had an active retirement. They became downhill skiers, long blade ice skaters, competition dance roller skaters, ballroom dancers and golfers. Ed’s eyesight was always very good, but by the late 1990s, he began having problems seeing and had developed age-related macular degeneration. Before losing his sight, Ed had many hobbies. He worked as a silversmith, making jewelry; was a woodcarver and produced many large beautiful stained glass pieces. He wrote his life story on the computer and loved assembling ship models. He could fix anything around the house and did all his own yard work. After he lost his sight, he listened to recorded books supplied by the National Library Service for the Blind. They provided catalogs from which books could be ordered from their Minnesota source. Memorial services were held on 23 July 2013 at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN, with military honors provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Kolstad Family ROBERT JULIAN LAWS ’47 Major Robert J. Laws, USMCR (Ret.), passed away on 15 June 2013. “Bob” Laws was born in Hot Springs, AR, on 23 October 1922. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in November 1940, serving first as a special radio operator in Washington, DC, then in IDAHO (BB-42) in the Pacific. He attended the Naval Academy Preparatory School before entering with the Class of 1947 at the Naval Academy. His Marine background (and rank) ensured that he was known as “Sarge” from the day of his arrival, but almost everybody knew him as choir singer and director, musician, and entertainer, and as producer/director of “Hubba, Hubba” the Combined Musical Clubs show in 1945. He was commissioned in the Marines, married his first wife, Elizabeth, and served with the Second Marines at Camp Lejeune, and later commanded the Marine Detachment on a cruiser in the Med. He went then to Marine Barracks, Pearl Harbor, and was deputy commander of Marine Police. Bob found his niche in guided missile development at the Army’s school at Fort Bliss, then at the Navy development unit at Inyokern, CA. He served in Korea, then as CO of HQ Company at Camp Otsu in Japan. Back to Korea, he was advisory officer for South Korea’s Marine Corps Officer School at Pusan. Returning to Washington in the Navy Department, he was involved in selection and purchase of ground missile equipment for the Marines. He resigned in 1955, transferred to the Reserve, and subsequently retired as a major.

He joined Otis Elevator in Cleveland, and rapidly advanced to marketing director overseas. In 1959, he joined Jonker-Cascade, manufacturers of specialized hydraulics. He established subsidiaries in Europe, Canada, Japan, Brazil and Australia, and was president of Jonkers Japan. Retiring from Cascade in 1978, he worked for several years with Solarex in the development of photovoltaics; wrote three books; obtained both commercial and instrument-rated flying licenses while owning two aircraft; became an avid golfer and served as president of the Belleair Country Club. He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth in 1997, and son, David in 1998. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, the former Clara Staley; son, John; daughters, Susan Biro, Lori Bax and Patricia Gibson; three grandsons; two granddaughters; a greatgranddaughter; and his Japanese foster daughter, Kikuko Kitano. Final rest will be at Bay Pines National Cemetery in St. Petersburg, FL, with military honors rendered on 26 July 2013. Chet Shaddeau ’47 LAURENCE ALBERT MAROUSEK ’47 Colonel Laurence A. Marousek, USMC (Ret.), died on 28 June 2013. “Larry” Marousek was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. He briefly attended the Severn School in Annapolis before entering the Naval Academy with ’47 and soon became a mainstay of the Navy soccer picture and an All-America selectee. He graduated with the 18th Company after serving as it’s three-striper for Winter Set, and was commissioned in the line. “Moose” served in SPOKANE (CLAA-120) until 1948, then in LINNETT (AMS-124) until 1949, when he resigned his commission and transferred to the Marine Corps to start all over again—their way! After The Basic School, he served successively in all three Marine divisions of the Fleet Marine Forces—at the platoon, company and battalion level in every conceivable infantry and field artillery job—before assignment to the Marine Barracks at Washington, DC, as an operations and ceremonials officer and for duty as a White House aide to President Eisenhower. He married Jeanne Marie McCallum in September of 1958, while on duty at Quantico, then in 1959, attended the Staff and Command College. Then off to duty in the 3rd Marine Division in Okinawa, returning to Washington and Headquarters Marine Corps, where he earned a master’s in international affairs at Georgetown in 1967. The family lived in London while he served as assistant naval attaché from 1967 until 1970. He commanded the 31st Marine Amphibious Unit in Vietnam, then returned to Headquarters USMC in Washington, where he retired in 1975. After a two-year stint as a stockbroker with Ferris and Co., he was employed by Bowne, a financial printing firm, then worked with the National Security Industrial Association (NSIA) in Washington, as a committee executive. Larry was a tireless worker for and participant in Class affairs in the Washington Area, and a regular attendee at home games

for Navy foootball, where he loudly supported the teams (and advised the coaches!) from his 50-yard-line seat with ’47 Classmates for over 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jeanne; sons, Jim and Mike; and daughter, Eileen. Funeral services were held on 29 August 2013 at the Memorial Chapel, Fort Myer,VA, followed by interment at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors. Chet Shaddeau ’47 WALTER GLADSTONE MOYLE JR. ’47 Walter G.“Tad” Moyle Jr. died at his home in Pinehurst, NC, on 1 August 2013. Born on 24 December 1923 in Washington, DC, he grew up in Chevy Chase, MD, and in Bronxville, NY. He attended Brown University and Severn Prep School before his congressional appointment to the Naval Academy from Utah. He graduated with the 15th Company in 1946, and served in MISSOURI (BB-63) and at Norfolk,VA, before resigning in 1949. Tad attended the Alliance Francaise in Paris and married Elizabeth before joining investment bankers Goldman, Sachs in 1950, and spending two years as a broker before returning to DC and entering law school at Georgetown University. He earned his law degree in 1955 and practiced law with his father’s firm in Washington until 1964, when he moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and became active in real estate. He married Silva Nordkin of Sweden in 1962. He returned to Washington in 1976 and practiced law with the late Ben Paul Noble until retirement in 1989. In 1996, he relocated permanently to Pinehurst, NC, and in 1997 married the former Mrs. Sofie Friedlander. Tad was a member of the Army-Navy Club in DC and the Pinehurst Country Club. He was a former member of the ArmyNavy and Kenwood country clubs in the Washington, DC, area. He was predeceased by his wives, Elizabeth and Silva; as well as by his son, John; and his granddaughter, Kirsten. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Sofie; his children, Walter G. Moyle III, Marguerite Testerman, Annika Mergner and Kristina Kennelly, all of the Washington, DC, area; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A private memorial service was planned. The family asks that friends consider memorial donations to FirstHealth Hospice, 150 Apple Cross Road, Pinehurst NC 28374. The Moyle Family JEREMIAH DANIEL REILLY JR. ’47 Captain Jeremiah D. Reilly Jr., USN (Ret.), died on 22 June 2013 at the Highland Farms Retirement Center in Black Mountain, NC. His end, though unexpected, was peaceful—he enjoyed his usual pleasant routines up to the end—helping a neighbor with a computer problem. September-October 2013

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LASTCALL “Dan” was born on 5 November 1924 in Franklin, TN, and was congressionally appointed from that state after graduation from Phillips Exeter Academy. As a Mid, he won an N at fencing and enjoyed recreational sailing. He graduated with the 24th Company and served first for two years in NEW JERSEY (BB-62), decommissioned her, married Jean in 1949, and entered Sub School—which defined his assignments for pretty much the next 20 years. He commanded RAY (SS-271) and CUTLASS (SS-478), and served on the staff of ComSubLant for three years. He commanded ALGOL (AKA-54) until her decommissioning, did a tour with the Special Projects office of OpNav in Washington, commanded POCONO (AGC-16) and served his final assignment with the Board of Inspection and Survey before retirement in 1974. Dan almost immediately found his niche on the faculty of Norfolk Academy at Norfolk,VA—the second oldest private secondary school in the United States—whose alumni, by the way, includes Captain A.H. Miles ’07, who wrote the original lyrics for “Anchor’s Aweigh,” of which most of you may have heard. During his 16 years there, he earned an MA in mathematics education from the College of William and Mary, and did further graduate studies at the University of Virginia, Old Dominion University and Norfolk State University. He grew an imposing white beard, deeply enjoyed the professorial life and being grandfather for some 500 youngsters, and became head of their lower school. In 1990, he fully retired and they relocated to the little town of Black Mountain, about 15 miles east of Asheville, NC, on I-40, where they had previously vacationed and where he now involved himself with Kiwanis and the local environment center, using his beard to help play Santa at Christmas and helping and serving wherever he could. He was predeceased by his son, Jim in 1988, and is survived by his wife, Jean; sons, John and David; and daughter, Katie. A Celebration of Life service was held on 30 June at Black Mountain Presbyterian Church. Chet Shaddeau ’47 LOUIS TUCK RENZ ’47 Commander Louis T. Renz, USN (Ret.), passed away peacefully on 15 June 2013, in San Luis Obispo, CA, surrounded by his children. He was 87 years old. A native of Billings, MT,“Lou” was the youngest child of a railroad station agent. Upon graduation from high school in Bozeman, he received a congressional appointment from Montana to the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated with the Class of 1947’s 16th Company, then served for a year aboard TOPEKA (CL-67). For the next two years, he was a communications watch officer at Guam. In the following years, he served aboard JENKINS (DDE-447) and then in KYES (DD-787). He continued to further his education with graduate studies at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, where he was reintroduced to a childhood friend from

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Bozeman, Janet Helen Ragsdale. Lou and Janet were married in 1954 and raised a family of three children: Lark, Tristan and Lori. Upon the completion of his coursework at Monterey, he continued his studies at Lehigh University, where he earned a master’s degree in chemistry. From 1958 to 1960, he was an instructor of physics at the Naval Academy, and from 1960 to 1962, was executive officer of MULLANY (DD-528). In 1965, he commanded PRICHETT (DD-561), then returned to Washington for his second tour with NavOrd before retiring from active duty in 1967. Shifting bases to Walla Walla, WA, he helped establish their community college, taught physics and mathematics there, and became its academic dean, retiring finally to bask in the California sun in 1988. Lou was a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Walla Walla; he was also a member of Kiwanis and Rotary and for four years, president of the board of the Walla Walla Symphony. He was an avid reader and tried his hand at murder mysteries. Together with his wife, Lou enjoyed opera, gardening, working on the computer, doing volunteer work and traveling the world. Their travels included China, South America, Europe, Africa and the Caribbean, as well as a 182-day around-the-world cruise. He is survived by his three children; two grandchildren; and by his sister, Roberta Flickinger. A memorial service was held on 2 August 2013 at the Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis, MD, where Lou was laid to rest together with Janet, who had predeceased him in 2011. The Renz Family & The San Luis Obispo Tribune EDWARD MARK CUMMINGS ’48 Captain Edward M. Cummings, USN (Ret.), died in Piedmont, CA, on 21 May 2013 of complications of a stroke. He was 87 years old. “Ed” grew up in Bethlehem, PA, and graduated from the Naval Academy in 1947 with the Eighth Company. He began his career on HUGH PURVIS, followed by Mine Warfare School and an assignment to PELICAN as minesweeping officer. Choosing to make submarines his life, he graduated from Submarine School in 1949, followed by duty on PICKEREL and K-3, two unforgettable tours in Hawaii. Ed’s initial shore tour was at the Naval Academy, where he was assigned as an electrical engineering instructor. Assignment to the staff of Submarine Squadron Six followed in 1956, and in 1958, he reported to CUBERA as executive officer. Selected for nuclear power training that same year, his next assignment was to NAUTILUS for duty as executive officer. After training at the Atomic Energy Commission and the Guided Missile School, his next tour was as commanding officer of DIODON in 1962. Returning ashore in 1965, he served with the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the National Military Command System, followed by a tour with Submarine Squadron Seven and command of Submarine Division 71. Back to sea with command of MARKAB, his final duty would be with the staff of the Oceanographer of the Navy, where he retired in 1973.

In civilian life, Ed joined Bechtel Corporation, where he worked in their power division, retiring in 1985. In 1948, Ed married his high school sweetheart, Miriam “Mimi” Gilchrest, and they had three children, Mark, Neil ’73 and Kathleen. Unfortunately, during his tour at the Academy, Mimi was killed in a tragic automobile accident. Ed made the decision to keep his family together and to remain in the Navy. In 1962, he married Mary Ruth Hilton, and they added another son, John, to the family. The naval community was extremely supportive of Ed during these years and warmly welcomed Mary to its extended family, proving once again that the Navy is so much more than a career. Ed and Mary celebrated their 50th anniversary last year. While Ed was extremely proud of his naval career and his service to his country, this was only exceeded by his pride in his four children and eight grandchildren. The Cummings Family ROBERT KEITH GEIGER ’48 Rear Admiral Robert K. Geiger, USN (Ret.), passed away on 1 June 2013 at Loudoun Hospital in Virginia, surrounded by his loving family. “Bob” grew up in St. Joseph, MO and started out to be an engineer at Georgia Tech, but World War II intervened and he spent a year in the Army before graduating from the Naval Academy in June 1947. After graduation, he went to BAIROKO in San Diego, followed by flight training and VP-21 at Pax River. He then reported to the Naval Postgraduate School at Monterey and MIT for an MS in aeronautical engineering. Next came VX-1, which was followed by Fleet Air Wing Two. He then chose to go AEDO and spent several tours in DC managing projects and programs. Then came a big change as he received orders as a commander to report to Air Force Special Projects, which was then highly classified. His family learned much later that it was the National Reconnaissance Office. He relieved his Air Force boss there and was also chartered to head the new Navy Space Program, which developed the Navy communications satellite. In 1975, he was selected to become Chief of Naval Research and retired in 1978. His decorations include the Air Force Commendation Medal, two awards of the Legion of Merit and the Distinguished Service Medal. In 1981, he was chosen to be director of the Aerospace Research and Development Group of NATO. Upon completing that in 1985, he became one of the three U.S. national delegates and was elected board chairman by that group of NATO country delegates and continued to serve NATO for six years in that role. He retired to Annapolis, where he started his consulting company, enjoying community and church projects and Navy football. His love of golf led him to a new home in Sarasota, FL. This was a great life with visiting children and grandchildren until a wrong diagnosis necessitated surgery with relocation to a retirement community in 2004. Falcons Landing is a top notch facility in Northern Virginia and Bob and Sibyl enjoyed their many friends there and throughout the DC area.

Bob is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sibyl; their children, Barbara and Robert; four granddaughters, Emily, Sarah, Caroline and Rebecca; and his brother, Anson D. “Bill” Geiger ’45. The Geiger Family WILLARD HUNTINGTON CLARK JR. ’49 Commander Willard H. Clark Jr. of Canandaigua, NY, passed away peacefully on 18 July 2013. He was 88 years old. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Class of 1949, he retired as a Navy commander, after serving his country for 22 years. Willard worked at St. Ann’s Community in Rochester following his retirement from the Navy. He died as he lived, with courage and grace. He was kind and gentle and though soft spoken, had a presence not to be ignored. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Natalie (Garrison) Clark; their children, Cheryl Marshall and her husband, Gregory, Willard H. Clark III and his wife Diane, James Clark and his wife, Zita, and Harold Clark and his wife, Kimberly; grandchildren, Emma Xuxu Marshall, Willard H. Clark IV, Mary Emerson Clark, Stephanie Anele Clark and Andrew Garrison Clark; sister, Mary Lou Harter; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held on 10 August at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 183 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Condolences may be offered at (www.johnsonkennedy.com). excerpts from the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle WILLIAM BRISSEY WRIGHT ’50 Commander William B. Wright, USN (Ret.), passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on 27 July 2013 at 10:30 a.m. “Bill” was the son of Alvin McLenna Wright and Elizabeth Robertson Wright, born on 9 April 1928, in Anderson, SC. He attended Anderson Boy’s High School, where he was very active in sports. He was captain of the Boy’s High Yellow Jackets in 1944, a team coached by legendary high school coach, Bill Dillard. Coach Dillard was a strong mentor and role model for Bill. Bill was also very active in scouting, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, and was a member of the “Order of the Arrow.” After graduating from high school in 1945, Bill attended Clemson University on a football scholarship, but multiple injuries cut short his football career. In 1946, he accepted an appointment to the Naval Academy and graduated with the Class of 1950. Bill initially reported to SAIPAN (CVL-48), then received orders for flight training at Pensacola, FL. After receiving his Wings, he reported to Fighter Squadron 173, the renowned “Jesters,” based at Jacksonville, FL, one of the first units to receive swept-winged jets, the Grumman Cougar. After an eight-month September-October 2013

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LASTCALL WestPac deployment, the Jesters received the North American FJ-3 Fury. At this time, Bill met and married his lifetime mate, the lovely Yvonne Wilson of Jacksonville, FL. Subsequent tours included flight and ground instructor in the Training Command, transition to helicopters and a tour with HS-1 in Key West, FL. He then became aide and flag secretary to Commander, Carrier Division 14, based on WASP operating out of Boston, MA. Follow-on tours were at Monterrey, CA; Key West, FL; Keflavik, Iceland; and Atlanta, GA. In 1974, Bill retired from the Navy after serving as executive officer of the ROTC unit at Georgia Tech for four years. After retirement, Bill worked in real estate and as Vice President, Eastern Region, Douglas Guardian Warehouse Corp. He is survived by his wife of 58 years,Yvonne; son, Robert; daughter, Rosalind Picard; as well as three grandsons. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the USNA Class of 1950 Historical Exhibit Program, attention: CAPT Richard Powell, USN (Ret.), 6123 Dunsinane Court, McLean,VA 22102-2719. WILLIAM BRYAN DUNCAN ’51 William B. Duncan, a resident of High Point, NC, died on 19 June 2013 of complications from a spinal fracture. He was born on 5 October 1925 in Ashe County, NC. After graduating from high school in Bel Air, MD, Duncan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps just after Pearl Harbor. He trained at Parris Island and Camp Lejeune and was deployed to the South Pacific Theatre. As a radioman of the First Marine Division on Easter Sunday, 1 April 1945, Duncan took part in the Okinawa invasion. After Japan surrendered, he was sent to North China to help evacuate Japanese forces back to their homeland. While in China, Duncan was appointed from North Carolina to the U.S. Naval Academy. To prepare, he attended Bullis Prep School in Maryland and thereafter entered the Navy as a Midshipman. After graduation, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps. Soon after graduating from the USMC 9th Officers Basic Candidate School in Quantico,VA, he served with an air defense unit in the Korean Conflict. After Korea, Duncan was posted to Ohio, then back to Quantico as an instructor in the Officers Basic School. Later, he earned a master ’s degree in electrical engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. He completed further studies at The George Washington University and Stevens Institute of Technology. From there, he returned to the Naval Academy, where he taught and helped to develop their systems engineering majors program. Duncan was involved in the research and development of the guided missiles programs of Quantico and the Pentagon. Duncan left the military as a major, to pursue a business career. He joined Pilot Freight Carriers, Inc. in Winston-Salem, NC, as vice president of engineering. When the company was sold in 1981, he and his wife, Shirley, opened and operated a chain of computer stores and training centers in North Carolina. At his

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death, Duncan served as treasurer and board member of North American Emerald Mines, Inc. Duncan was active in Rotary and in Wesley Memorial UMC. He used his talents in photography and videography to forward many civic and religious projects. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Shirley Sharpe; son, Malcolm and his wife, Deidre; grandchildren, Zachary and Alexa; and great-granddaughter, Paige of Lafayette, IN. Inurnment took place on 6 September 2013 at the Naval Academy Columbarium. Memorials may be directed to the USNA Alumni Association 1951 Class Fund. STANLEY RUNYAN SWANSON ’52 Lieutenant Colonel Stanley R. Swanson, USAF (Ret.), passed away on 14 July 2013 at his home near Lompoc, CA. He was 85 years old. Born on 19 December 1927, in Marietta, GA, he was the son of Mae and James H. Swanson. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1945 and was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from Georgia. He graduated with the 16th Company in the Class of 1952. He was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force and served from 1952 until his retirement in 1980. He was a fighter pilot, an EB-66 pilot, and assistant air attaché to France. Stan served his country with honor in Newfoundland, Labrador, Thailand and France. Among his awards and medals are the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal with 11 devices, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and Chevalier de l’Ordre National Du Mérite de la République Française. He was an Eagle Scout, an avid hunter and fisherman, a small arms expert marksman and conservationist. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Fraternity and the Anglican Church. He is survived by his widow, the former Margaret R. Phelps of Spokane, WA, whom he married in 1954; four children, Victoria C. Swanson, Stanley R. Swanson Jr., Margaret E. “Peggy” Swanson and Catherine M. Swanson; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his brother, James H. Swanson Jr.; and sister, Kay Swanson Cook. No services were held after his demise. Inurnment will take place at the Naval Academy Columbarium at a later date. Memorial remembrances can be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) or Canine Companions for Independence (www.cci.org). WILLIAM DEHART ’53 Captain William DeHart, USN (Ret.), of Fearrington Village, NC, died unexpectedly on 15 July 2013 on the concluding day of an all-family vacation weekend in Oriental, NC, a favorite sailing destination. “Bill” was born in Durham, NC, on 29 August, 1931, the son of James DeHart and Lois Guffy DeHart. He grew up in Winston-Salem, NC, and

graduated from R.J. Reynolds High School in 1949. Appointed to the Naval Academy, he graduated with the Class of 1953’s 16th Company and was commissioned as an ensign in the Navy line. In a career that spanned 24 years thereafter, he served at sea aboard CUSHING (DD-797), VALLEY FORGE (CVS-45), CASA GRANDE (LSD-13), MCCAIN (DL-3) with ComDesRon 25 staff, and RENSHAW (DD-499), his sea service culminating with an assignment to BORDELON (DD-881) as commanding officer. Shore assignments included Fleet Sonar School Staff, BuPers, NATO International Military Staff/Pentagon, Naval Forces Vietnam Staff, Naval War College and NATO Headquarters in Naples, Italy. He was a recipient of the Legion of Merit and the Bronze Star with Combat V. Following his Navy career, Bill worked for Western Electric in classified surveillance operations at sea for several years, before retiring in Chapel Hill, NC. He is survived by Frances Roberts DeHart, his beloved wife of 57 years; son, Lieutenant Colonel John Peyton DeHart, USMC (Ret.) (Jane) of Chapel Hill, NC; son, William Jr. (Vickie) of Raleigh, NC; and daughter, Sara DeHart Young (Scott) of Greensboro, NC. He boasted four granddaughters, Sarah Jane DeHart, Ashlyn DeHart, Savannah Young and Sophie Young; and a grandson, First Lieutenant Erich R. DeHart ’10, USMC, who followed his grandfather to the Naval Academy. Erich is married to Ensign Gia (Mancini) DeHart ’12. Bill’s sister, Jean DeHart Spach of Oak Ridge, TN, also survives him. A service of Christian Burial for Bill took place at the Church of the Holy Family Episcopal in Chapel Hill, NC on 23 July 2013. His ashes will be interred in a family plot in Oakwood Cemetery in Concord, NC, at a later date. The DeHart Family CARL EVERETTE OATES ’55 Carl E. Oates passed away from complications with his heart after a short illness in Dallas, TX, on 23 July 2013. He was 82 years old. A native of La Feria,TX, Carl graduated with distinction with the Class of 1955 as a member of the Tenth Company. Following graduation, Carl earned his Wings and served as a Navy pilot for four years, including participation in the Cuban Blockade and deployment in the South China Sea in the war in Vietnam in HANCOCK (CVA-19). He left the service in 1959 and earned a doctor of jurisprudence degree from Southern Methodist University. He served his salaried legal career with the law firm of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, retiring in 1993. His distinguished legal career included significant “volunteer” work. Carl became the sole general counsel for Texas National Research Laboratory Commission (Superconducting Super Collider Project). In 1995, at the request of the Texas bank commissioner, he assisted in rewriting Texas State Bank Code as special counsel (a great and notable honor). He also prepared the Texas Mortgage Brokers Act and wrote the Texas ATM User Protection Act, which was passed by the 1995 legislature. Carl was also active in humanitarian ventures serving as executive

director of Airline Ambassadors, International, a non-profit corporation delivering all forms of humanitarian aid to third world countries. As chairman of the Southwest Museum of Science and Technology (The Science Place), he served as chairman of the Southwest Science Museum Foundation, a Texas non-profit corporation. Carl also formed the Kiwanis Wesley Dental Center, Inc., and Wesley Dental Foundation, later named The Children’s Oral Health Center, Inc., providing free dental care to children in need, serving as president and chairman. Carl also served as a deacon in the Highland Park Presbyterian Church and later at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church—both in Dallas. A loving father, grandfather, brother and friend, Carl was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Lund. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia Oates, her two children, James and Brandi; his son, Carl William Oates and his wife, Karla, and their son Chase; and his sisters, Stella Cates and Grady Ball and their families. Services and inurnment of ashes were held at the church columbarium at Saint Michael and All Angels in Dallas, TX, on 3 August 2013. He will be greatly missed by those that knew and loved him. ROBERT MICHAEL O’LEAR ’55 Robert M. O’Lear died of lung cancer in San Diego, CA, on 12 February 2013. He was 81 years old. A native of Yonkers, NY, “Bob” graduated with the Class of 1955 as a member of the Fourth Company. Upon graduation, he attended U. S. Air Force primary pilot training in Texas and then attended Ground Electronics School and served as a radar maintenance officer. He served a year in the Arctic and then at Montauk Point, NY. He resigned his commission in 1958 to attend graduate school as a student and teaching assistant at Columbia University. He graduated with an MS degree in electrical engineering in 1961. He then worked for Sperry Rand in New York City as a logic designer and system engineer, working on Navy missile systems and military displays. Following this, he worked as a system engineer and project manager for various communications research and development projects at the Naval Applied Systems Laboratory in New York City and at the Naval Electronics Laboratory Center in San Diego, CA. He retired in 1989. He met his wife, Tulia, who is from Colombia, South America, in New York City, and they were married in 1969 before making their home in San Diego. Bob had a deep passion for people in crisis and spent literally thousands of hours volunteering with the Family Crisis hotline and suicide hotline. He also visited prisoners serving life sentences in California state prisons. He was a 42-year member of St. Theresa Catholic Church, serving as a eucharistic minister and as a member of the Knights of Columbus. His hobbies included jogging, bridge, golf and traveling with his wife. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Tulia; daughter, Kathleen Ann Olson and her children, Lindsey, Laura and Steven; and his daughter, Joanna Barstad, her husband, Greg, and their children, Kyra and Garrett. September-October 2013

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LASTCALL A memorial service was held at St. Theresa Catholic Church in San Diego, CA, on 25 February 2013. Inurnment of his ashes will take place at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego. JOE DUKE EDWARDS ’56 Commander Duke Edwards, USN (Ret.), died at home in Richmond,VA, on 20 July 2013. He was 80 years old. He was born on 4 June 1933 to Joseph DePriest and Eleanor Faye Edwards in Alamo, TN. Duke attended Memphis State University until his appointment to the Naval Academy from Tennessee. He graduated with the Class of 1956 in June of 1956, a member of the 14th Company. Upon graduation, he served aboard MANSFIELD (DD-728), EUNICE (PCE-846) and BUCK (DD-761), was commanding officer of TAWASA (ATF-92), executive officer of FORREST ROYAL (DD-872), commanding officer of Harbor Clearance Unit One, and commanding officer of DEHAVEN (DD-727) and HIGBEE (DD-806). Duke served ashore as an instructor at the U.S. Naval Academy, special assistant for JCS Manpower Matters at OpNav and flag secretary and aide to Commander in Chief Pacific Representative, Philippines/Commander U.S. Naval Forces, Philippines/Commander U.S. Naval Base, Senior Commander Task Forces Thirty-Five and Ninety-Five. Duke completed postgraduate work at The George Washington University, earning a master ’s degree in personnel and attended the Naval War College. Commander Edwards has been awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy Unit Commendation, National Defense Service Medal with Star,Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnamese Navy Distinguished Service Order, Philippines Republic Presidential Unit Citation and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Duke retired from the Navy in April 1978 and started work as Assistant Director of Membership for the National Rifle Association. Seven months later, he was selected for the director’s job. After working a few years for the NRA, Duke and his family moved to Charlottesville,VA. He went back to school and in 1986, sat for and passed the Certified Public Accountant exam. He worked for a CPA firm in Charlottesville until 1989, when he accepted an offer with a CPA firm in Richmond,VA. In 1990, they moved permanently to Richmond. Duke retired from full-time employment in 2000, but still did a little CPA-ing in the winter. He enjoyed golfing, traveling with his wife, Dottie, gardening, reading and just enjoying their children and grandchildren. He was an active member of Bon Air Christian Church and served in many capacities. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, the former Dorothy Toon of Fulton, KY; sons, Jeffrey and Gregory; brother, Gary; and four grandchildren. Duke will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery at 9:00 a.m. on 1 November 2013. Mrs. Dorothy Edwards & Hal Moore ’56 (14th Company)

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HARLAN DAVID SWANSON JR. ’56 Commander Harlan D. Swanson Jr., USN (Ret.), passed away on 11 June 2013 peacefully at home in Alexandria,VA, with his wife, Mary Jayne, and daughter, Kyra, at his side. He was 82 years old. “Dave,” also known as “H.D.,” was born and raised in Tennessee. He attended the University of Tennessee for three years before entering the Naval Academy with the Class of 1956, where he excelled academically. He was member of the Fourth Company. Upon graduation, he reported to PURVIS (DD-709). After PURVIS, he attended MIT and obtained a degree of naval engineer and masters in naval architecture and marine engineering. As an engineering duty officer, he served in naval shipyards in Philadelphia, Saigon (in 1964) and Pearl Harbor. A tour on CinCPacFlt staff was followed by DC assignments to NavSea and the Naval Research Lab. After 21 years of naval service, he was medically retired because of vision problems. In retirement, he worked for DC area contractors in support of the Aegis destroyer and cruiser programs. Dave was a member of the Class of 1956 executive committee. He enjoyed woodworking in his own shop, stamp collecting, Navy football, the Redskins and the Nationals, and a good martini. For the past several years, he had waged a hard fought battle with normal pressure hydrocephalus and associated complications. Burial will be at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. JAMES AUGUSTUS MCCUNE III ’61 James A. McCune III of Melbourne, FL, passed away on Tuesday, 13 August 2013 with his beloved wife and children by his side after a brave battle with cancer. He was 75 years old. Jim was born in Piqua, OH, son of Bernice (Morgan) McCune and the late J.A. McCune Jr. He attended high school at St. Paul’s in St. Petersburg and proudly attended the U.S. Naval Academy, where he met many lifelong friends. He later earned a M.B.A. from Auburn. He met and married his wife and began his career in the United States Air Force in Research and Development. After he retired, he continued his service to his country leading several major defense programs, including the Hellfire Missile and Pioneer UAV. In addition to his wife, Mary “Mickey;” and mother, Bernice; Jim is survived by his three sisters, Patricia LaMonde, Saranan Lauck and Mary Delano and their families who all loved him dearly. He was very proud of his three children, James A. McCune IV (with Marjorie Rivera), Mary Eileen McCune (husband, Doug Moberg) and Kathleen Pitts (husband, Erik Pitts). He was an amazing grandfather to James Moberg and Kristen, Lauren and Sean Pitts. A Funeral Mass was held on 24 August 2013 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Petersburg, FL, followed by interment on 26 August 2013 at Bay Pines National Cemetery in St. Petersburg. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to Wounded Warriors.

Jim was an extraordinary, selfless man who touched the lives of everyone he knew. His kindness, humor and passion for life were an inspiration to us all. He is deeply missed. Online condolences and remembrances can be shared at (www.brettfuneralhome.net). WAYNE JOHN SMITH ’61 Commander Wayne J. Smith, USN (Ret.), passed away on 11 August 2013 after a short illness. Wayne was born in Chicago on 22 June 1939 to the late Lucille (Lain) and William J. Smith. He excelled at school and was active in sports, especially football. He graduated from Concord High School in Massachusetts. He received a number of service academy appointments, but chose the Naval Academy, where he entered with the Class of 1961. Classmates remember him as not only a fun-loving friend, but as an excellent student. After graduation he became a surface warfare officer (a “black shoe”) in the Navy Line. He served variously in ships which included GYATT (DDG-1) and the guided missile cruiser BOSTON (CAG-1). On the latter, he served as gunnery department officer. Wayne received engineering postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. He subsequently served in the Secretary of Navy’s Office on the Naval Research staff in Washington. After retiring from the Navy in 1981, he accepted a position at RCA in New Jersey. He later returned to the Washington, DC, area providing specialized contractor support at the Center for Naval Analyses and with Riverside Research. He was very involved with the Space Defense Initiative (SDI) project. In retirement, Wayne and Paula lived in Naples, FL, but recently returned to Massachusetts. Wayne is survived by his wife, Paula (Dubiel) Smith; and his two daughters’ families:Victoria and Glen Augustine of Berkeley, CA, and Jennifer Lyle and Thomas Manera of Golden, CO. He was very proud of his four grandchildren, Billy, Hope, Isabel and Finnley. He is also survived by his sister, Janet Nikles of The Villages, FL. His brother, B. Craig Smith, predeceased him. A burial with military honors is being planned for Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Boston Childrens Hospital Trust, 401 Park Drive, Suite 602, Boston, MA 02215. DAVID MICHAEL ANDERSON ’63 David M. Anderson passed away in Kent, WA, on 7 August 2013 after a 12-year battle with cancer. “Dave” was a Hoosier, spending formative years in Rensselaer, IN, seat of Jasper County and home of Tom Harmon, Heisman Trophy winner in 1940, the year before Dave was born.

He married a Classmate’s sister, Mary Patricia Warnken, on D-Day 6 June 1963, the day following USNA graduation. Dave and Pat were happily married for 48 wonderful years until her death in January 2012. Together in mind and spirit, they raised four children while Dave served in the Navy until 1970, including a tour flying P-3 Orion aircraft on South China Sea reconnaissance patrols. After that, they moved to Portland, OR, and finally to Longview,WA, creating two successful life insurance and financial services businesses (Interwest Benefit Consultants, Inc., and Anderson & Anderson Advisory, LLC). Dave was a devoted family man, doting on two sons and two daughters, raising them to appreciate family, excel in sports and experience the simple pleasures in life. He thoroughly enjoyed traveling with Pat and playing golf. Dave was the life of any party and did not require persuasion to play guitar and sing along. He had a deep affinity for Spanish and especially relished impromptu expeditions into newly discovered Mexican restaurants in order to practice his language skills while savoring chiles rellenos or enchiladas rancheras. Dave was a practicing member of St. Rose Catholic Church and served as a deacon, even baptizing his own grandchildren. He loved being grandpa to a dozen grandchildren who gloried in his affection and attention to their scholastic and sporting achievements. He was recognized for his fondness of music and genuine enjoyment of good books. He was head of an impressive family and was well known and appreciated for his quiet manner, sage advice and extremely dry sense of humor. Dave enjoyed the varied aspects of a full and rewarding life and was an inspiration to family and friends for his personal courage and sense of joy. Dave is survived by his mother, Isobel Anderson, and sister, Susan Lang, both of Roswell, GA; four children, Elizabeth Cuddie (Douglas) of Puyallup, WA, Laura Camblin (Casey) of Kent, WA, Max Anderson (Karen) and John Anderson (Jenna), both of Longview, WA; and 12 grandchildren, Megan and Molly Cuddie, Henry, Lucy and David Camblin, Quinn, Abigail, Brady and Alice Anderson, and Marley, Ailey and Kiley Anderson. Lawrence F.Warnken ’63 CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH RYAN III ’77 Captain Christopher J. Ryan III, USN (Ret.), passed away on 2 June 2013 in Virginia Beach,VA, surrounded by family and friends following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. A native of Middletown, NJ, “Chris” attended Mater Dei High School prior to entering the Naval Academy in 1973. He was a member of 19th Company and graduated with the Class of 1977 with a degree in international security affairs. Chris was designated a naval aviator in September 1979 and served with Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron 5 (HS-5) aboard DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, completing deployments to the Persian Gulf, Mediterranean Sea and North Atlantic. He served as an instructor pilot in HS-1 prior to leaving active service in 1985. Chris joined the Johnson & Johnson Corporation upon leaving the Navy and began a successful civilian career that spanned over September-October 2013

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LASTCALL three decades. He subsequently worked for Hampton Roads Metal Systems prior to forming Quality Fabricators, a manufacturing firm supporting shipboard construction. He founded AVX, a marketing and manufacturing company, and most recently embarked on a venture to market pre-owned luxury automobiles. Chris remained active in the Naval Reserve, flying with Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 4 (HCS-4). He was briefly recalled to active duty and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Desert Storm. He had a reputation as an outstanding pilot and strong, confident leader. He later went on to command HCS-4. Chris was the epitome of a friend and a classmate. His smile lit up a room and his spirit and positive attitude were contagious. He always seemed to find the best in every individual and every situation. He will be remembered for saying,“Be nice–it costs you nothing.” He faced his battle with cancer with as much bravery and dignity as one could imagine. Celebrations of Chris’s life were held on both coasts by his classmates on the 36th anniversary of the Class of 1977’s graduation from the Naval Academy. He is survived by his loving wife, Eva; devoted daughter, Alison; sisters; Mary Ellen O’Connor (Dennis), Noreen Strohmenger, Jane Pattwell (Marty) and Amy Smith (Chris); and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Christopher J. and Mary M. Ryan. A Mass of Christian Burial and a Celebration of Life were held on 8 June 2013 at the Church of the Holy Family in Virginia Beach. Full military honors were provided by a U.S. Navy honor guard. Interment was private. MARK DANA MOONEY ’78 Mark D. Mooney died on 8 May 2013 in San Diego, CA, of brain cancer. He was 58 years old. Mark was born in Kittery, ME, to Malcolm and Hazel Jane Mooney. His father was a retired captain in the Navy Seabees. Mark served in the Navy for five and a half years as a lieutenant after completing ROTC and graduating from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1978. After the military, Mark pursued a career in telecommunications and hardware area networking for call centers. His last position of 14 years was with National Pen, the second largest ink pen manufacturer in the country. Mark is survived by his wife of 28 years, Carolyn; his mother, Hazel; and brother, Michael. Interment took place at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, CA. The Mooney Family

PATRICK HUNT DRURY ’11 Lieutenant Junior Grade Patrick Drury, USN, was killed in a traffic mishap on 16 June 2013 in York, AL. He was nearing completion of flight training in the T-45 while assigned to VT-9 in Meridian, MS. He and six other USNA graduates spent Friday night in Tuscaloosa, AL. Five of them left early Sunday morning to return to Meridian, a 90 minute trip. At 0355, their vehicle drifted onto the shoulder and collided with a parked truck, shearing off the right side of the car. Patrick was asleep in the right rear seat. Also killed was LTJG Kyle McArthur ’11. LTJG Brian Goss ’10 suffered a broken ankle. LTJG Blaine Lander ’11 and LTJG Kyle Webber ’11, the driver, suffered minor injuries. Alcohol was not a factor. Patrick was raised in Alexandria,VA, attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and Bishop Ireton High School, where he played football and was the class salutatorian. After one year at Virginia Tech, he entered the Naval Academy with the Class of 2011. He was a member of 25th Company. Patrick was a voracious reader with broad interests. He viewed life as a team sport, not an individual competition. His formula for success was: be prepared, view every job as fun and treat everyone as an important member of the team. He demonstrated exceptional spatial awareness and coordination, and excelled as an aviator. Major Jimmy Forbes,VT-9’s senior Marine, considered him one of the three best student aviators he’d ever observed. Commander Chuck Paquin, XO of the squadron, agreed, adding that Patrick was also one of the most promising junior officers he ever encountered. Patrick’s cheerful optimism and energy inspired teamwork and cooperation. He was awarded his Wings posthumously. Patrick did the right thing even when no one was watching. He touched more lives in 25 years than most people do in a lifetime. He lived fearlessly, loved every one of his 1,133 friends on Facebook and brought out the best in us all. He set the highest standards for his own professional performance, cheerfully assisted others, inspired teamwork and always placed the needs of others ahead of his own. He is survived by his parents, Chip ’68 and Lois; and sisters, Allison and Heather. A Funeral Mass was held in the Naval Academy Chapel on 24 September 2013, with interment following at Arlington Cemetery. In his memory, please consider donating to: www.fallen heroesfund.org; www.woundedwarriorregiment.org; or www.woundedwarriorproject.org. The Drury Family

Please note that we have a maximum word limit of 400 words. Obituaries may be submitted electronically (preferred) to obits@usna.com, or via U.S. Mail to: Shipmate obituaries, 247 King George Street, Annapolis, MD 21402-5068. If you have any questions regarding the submission of obituaries to Shipmate, please contact Timothy Elizabeth Woodbury (410-295-4064 or obits@usna.com).

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Eric Kalisky USNA ’78 Realtor San Diego’s Best Buys Free Relocation Information Military Relocation Specialist

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2013-14 Shipmate Classified Information & Insertion Order Classified Advertising Policy Classified ads are accepted on a space available basis as a service to USNA Alumni only. The Alum’s name and class year MUST appear in the ad. Spouse ads are accepted only with the Alum’s name and class year included in the ad. Ads are accepted camera-ready and electronically; jpg., tif. or PDF formats. (300 dpi) Any classified ad may occupy one column width (2.25 inches) by a maximum of up to 8 inches of column length.

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March-April 2014

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July-August 2014

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Attn: Maria O’Shea 247 King George St. Annapolis, MD 21402 or email to: maria.oshea@usna.com

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STAFF AND ASSISTANCE Executive Office President: Byron F. Marchant ’78 ..............................................................410-295-4090 Executive Administrator for the President: Gwenn Dennis ..................410-295-4091

ENGAGEMENT Executive Vice President: Skid Heyworth ’70 ..........................................410-295-4070 Executive Assistant to Vice President: Melanie Allegretti ....................410-295-4011

DEVELOPMENT Executive Vice President: Bill O’Connor ....................................................410-295-4101 Executive Administrator: Abby Repko ......................................................410-295-4103

Development Senior Director of Development: John Rudder ’78 ..................................410-295-4189

Major Gifts

Business Operations Director, Membership and Business Operations: Bobbi Collins ..........410-295-4023 Receptionist: Eileen Dabich ........................................................................410-295-4000 Receptionist: Amanda Arreola ....................................................................410-295-4028 Facilities Assistant: John Taylor..................................................................410-295-4029 Facilities Assistant: John Cooper ..............................................................410-295-4029

Major Gift Officer: Dena Ebert ....................................................................410-295-4183 Major Gift Officer: Michael Hoffman ..........................................................410-295-4184 Major Gift Officer: Charles J. Kupec ..........................................................410-295-4185 Major Gift Officer: Randall Sawyer ............................................................410-295-4182 Major Gift Coordinator: ................................................................................410-295-4178

Communications

Planned Giving

Director: Kristen Pironis................................................................................410-295-4072 Associate Director, Publications: Jackie Furton ......................................410-295-4073 Assistant Director, Development Communications: Courtney Jolley......410-295-4075 Communications Manager: Elizabeth Wrightson ....................................410-295-4071 Web Communications Manager: Anne Sharpe ......................................410-295-4078 Communications Specialist: Maria O’Shea ................................................410-295-4074 Communications Specialist: Sandra Stansbury-Spadaro ........................410-295-4076 Communications Specialist: Samantha Richer ........................................410-295-4027 Communications Coordinator: Tonya White ......................................................410-295-4066

Engagement Operations Director: Craig Washington ’89 ..................................................................410-295-4089 Assistant Director, Alumni Special Projects: Noreen Frenaye ............410-295-4016 Coordinator, Parent Programs: Elizabeth Beedenbender ........................410-295-4166 Class Reunion Manager: Holly Powers ....................................................410-295-4017 Regional Engagement Manager/Chapters: ............................................410-295-4035

Director, Planned Giving: Mike Mundt ’83 ................................................410-295-4041 Coordinator, Planned Giving: Keisha Outen ............................................410-295-4186

Development Operations Director, Development Operations: Rusty Yeiser ’74 ..............................410-295-4174

Annual Giving Programs Associate Director, President’s Circle: Julia Hutchison ........................410-295-4162 Associate Director, Class Legacy Gift Programs: Rich Goldsby ’72 ......410-295-4167 Coordinator, Classl Giving Program: Nicolle Williams ..........................410-295-4188 Associate Director, Annual Giving Programs: Kaitlyn Sands ..................410-295-4147 Associate Director, Annual Giving, Parent Programs: Elizabeth Gross ........................................................410-295-4160 Special Gift Officer:Tripp Matteo ................................................................410-295-4161 Special Gift Officer: Megan Boyd ’07 ........................................................410-295-4159 Administrative Assistant: Tracey Cook ......................................................410-295-4164

Events and Protocol Director, Protocol and Events: Shannon Spillane....................................410-295-4175 Assistant Director: Lyn Looft........................................................................410-295-4020 Events Coordinator: Wendy Owen..............................................................410-295-4018

Development Services Director, Development Services: Emily Parkhurst ..................................410-295-4110 Assistant Director, Research & Stewardship: Carolyn McCollum ......410-295-4111 Research Analyst: Dana Pauley..................................................................410-295-4112

Programs and Services Director: Dave Church ’67 ............................................................................410-295-4013 Manager, Career Programs: Michelle Mazanec ....................................410-295-4021

TREASURY/HR/INFORMATION SERVICES CFO and Treasurer; Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration: Hank Sanford........................................................................................410-295-4040 Executive Assistant to CFO: Joanne Rennie ............................................410-295-4043 Comptroller: Gerrie Farmer ..........................................................................410-295-4050 Director, Treasury Operations: Lisa Strobel ..............................................410-295-4051 Human Resource Manager: Diana Vickerman ........................................410-295-4042 Director of Investments: Mike Mundt ’83 ..................................................410-295-4041 Investment Accountant: Janet Douglas ....................................................410-295-4057 Staff Accountant: Angela Berteaux ..........................................................410-295-4053 Accounts Payable Coordinator: Jenny Bolton ........................................410-295-4055 Accounts Payable Clerk: Linda Reyes ......................................................410-295-4056

Gift Processing Director, Gift Processing: Dawn Beach ....................................................410-295-4115 Coordinator, Gift Processing: Elvira Reyes ..............................................410-295-4116 Gift Processor: Jennifer Barrett ..................................................................410-295-4118 Gift Processor: Frieda Gureck ....................................................................410-295-4117

Corporate and Foundation Relations Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations: John Rudder ’78 ..................410-295-4189 Assistant Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations: Natalie Cullers ................................................410-295-4190

FOUNDATION ATHLETIC AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS Executive Director: Ed Wallace ’72 .............................................................410-295-4096 Office Manager and Administrative Assistant: Chris Knott ...................410-295-4097 Administrative Assistant: Susanne Mons..................................................410-295-4098

QUICK REFERENCE

Information and Technology Services Director, Information Services: Ken Kurz ’99 ............................................410-295-4080 Computer Network Engineer: Jawan Rich ..............................................410-295-4081 Computer Network Engineer: Richard Thomas ......................................410-295-4082 Sr. Database Administrator: Larry Rogers ................................................410-295-4084 Database Administrator: Denise Clark ......................................................410-295-4079 Web Developer: ............................................................................................410-295-4068 Online Membership Services Coordinator: Paige Fuller ........................410-295-4026 Systems Analyst: Derrick Planz ..................................................................410-295-4067

Death Notifications........................................................obits@usna.com; 410-295-4064 Class Ring Information..................................................................classrings@usna.com Register of Alumni..............................................................registerofalumni@usna.com Address/Delivery..................................................................................alumni@usna.com Donate...............................................................................................................410-295-4100 Alumni Registration/Corrections .................................................................410-295-4026 U.S. Naval Academy Main Phone .................................................................410-293-1000 U.S. Naval Academy Athletics ......................................................................410-293-2700

CONTACT US U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association 247 King George Street, Annapolis, MD 21402-1306 • Main Phone: 410-295-4000 • Faxes: Ogle Hall: 410-295-4001 / 49 House: 410-295-4004 / Cottage: 410-295-4003 Foundation Development 291 Wood Road, Beach Hall, Annapolis, MD 21402-5001 • Main Phone: 410-295-4100 • Fax: 410-295-4107 Foundation Athletic and Scholarship Programs 25 Maryland Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 • Main Phone: 410-295-4095 • Fax: 410-280-5534 To send an email, please visit the “Contact Us” section at www.usna.com.

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