Last Call

“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

Matthew Arthur Cullen Jr. ’44 23 April 2022 Claude Noel Debuhr ’44 CDR, USN (Ret.) 11 July 2021 George Henry Mahoney ’44 CDR, USN (Ret.) 5 June 2022 William Bentley Sprague ’45 CDR, USNR (Ret.) 14 July 2022 Leslie Klett Pomeroy Jr. ’47 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 23 July 2022 Frank Lawrence Boushee ’48 6 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 5 July 2022 Herman Joseph Bushman Jr. ’49 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 21 June 2022 G. Donald Fisher Jr. ’49 20 July 2022 Richard Wilbur Kelly ’49 6 28 June 2022 James Patrick Kittler ’50 CAPT, USNR (Ret.) 19 June 2022 William Walter Boyes Jr. ’51 15 July 2020 Lester Kenneth Fortney ’53 6 February 2022 George Richard Matais ’53 CDR, USN (Ret.) 21 June 2022 David Rudolph Raunig ’54 6 CDR, USN (Ret.) 12 July 2022 Eugene Norman Wilfert ’54 CDR, USNR (Ret.) 22 September 2021 Robert Francis Gallagher ’55 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 25 June 2022 George Hoyt Martin ’55 6 LCDR, USNR (Ret.) 18 January 2022 Howard Thompson Ballard ’56 25 May 2022 Philip Harold Christos Jr. ’56 3 August 2021 Franklin Joseph Lewis ’56 Maj, USMC (Ret.) 24 July 2022 George Reagan ’56 Maj, USAF (Ret.) 13 April 2019 Richard Stuart Varney ’56 6 LtCol, USMC (Ret.) 11 July 2022 Joseph Martin Pickett Wright Jr. ’56 6 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 14 July 2022 John Aubrey Chrisman Jr. ’58 6 23 June 2022 Melvin Arthur Runzo ’58 6 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 20 June 2022 James Richard Fuqua Jr. ’59 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 10 July 2022 William Christian Gabrielsen ’59 17 July 2022 C. Dennis Blanz ’60 CDR, USNR (Ret.) 8 July 2022 Michael David Porter ’60 6 CDR, CEC, USN (Ret.) 15 July 2022 Gilbert Broadwell Perry Jr. ’61 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 13 January 2022 Robert Joseph Ross ’61 CDR, USN (Ret.) 22 July 2022 Raymond Joseph Wilson ’61 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 31 May 2022 Thomas Morton Mustin ’62 5 July 2022 Richard Anderson Riddell ’62 6 RADM, USN (Ret.) 27 May 2022 Clay LaValle Sharp Jr. ’62 26 June 2022 Thomas Edward Uber ’62 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 1 July 2022 John Stanley Volk II ’62 6 CDR, USN (Ret.) 9 April 2022 Donald Lloyd Reeves Jr. ’63 22 June 2022 John Glenn Wilkinson Jr. ’63 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 22 June 2022 Gary Warren Wilson ’63 CDR, USN (Ret.) 15 July 2022 George Alan Mayfield ’64 CDR, USN (Ret.) 19 June 2022 Robert George McClure ’64 16 June 2022 Kenneth Michael Viafore ’64 5 January 2021 William Cruickshank DeFries ’65 6 Capt, USMC (Ret.) 4 November 2021 James Floyd McPhetridge ’66 23 June 2022 Warren Burns Partain Jr. ’66 22 June 2022 William Ashley Evans IV ’67 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 21 May 2022 Eldwin Dale Heely ’67 6 25 June 2022

John Lewis Perry Jr. ’67 25 May 2022 David Joseph Spisso ’67 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 20 June 2022 Timothy John Sullivan ’67 CDR, USN (Ret.) 14 July 2022 Marvin Hubert Floom Jr. ’68 Col, USMC (Ret.) 21 July 2022 Samuel Lawrence Sorice ’68 21 July 2022 George Fulton St. John III ’68 6 12 July 2022 Carl Joseph Tamulevich ’68 CDR, USN (Ret.) 17 July 2022 Larry Ray Albert ’72 13 July 2022 David William Hamilton ’72 7 July 2022 Dan Lawrence Hill ’72 26 January 2022 David Bruce Powell ’75 14 June 2022 John Stanley Althans ’77 6 LCDR, USNR (Ret.) 23 June 2022 David Milton Anderson Jr. ’80 6 CDR, USN (Ret.) 27 July 2022 Glenn Reverdy Snyder ’82 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 21 July 2022 Laura Ann Riek Padovano ’85 29 June 2022

6 Obituary appears in this issue

This list consists of alumni deaths we have learned of since our last issue. Full obituaries will appear in Last Call if/when families send them in.

Hector R. Banda ’86 8 June 2022

John Jay Adams ’87 7 October 2021

George Frederick Cox Jr. ’87 LCDR, USN 13 May 2019 Charles Dean Lane ’87 28 June 2022

Charles Robert Little ’87 20 June 2022

Andrew James Vuillemot ’87 7 July 2022 James Fredrick Berg ’89 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 7 June 2022

Timothy Brian O’Rourke ’89 21 July 2022 Matthew Mark Matthias ’97 CDR, USNR 18 June 2022

Luke Gabriel Bird ’24 MIDN, USN 16 July 2022

CARL WARREN OTTO ’47 After almost a year of failing health following a heart attack, Carl W. Otto left us on 5 June 2022. He was 100 years and 48 days old. Born on 18 April 1922 in Seattle, WA, Carl called Boise, ID, where he grew up in his teens, his home. Upon graduation from high school in 1940, he worked on Midway Island prior to World War II and was there on 7 December 1941 when Pearl Harbor was bombed. In 1943, he received a congressional appointment to the Naval Academy. He graduated from Annapolis with high honors in June 1946 with the Class of 1947, as commanding officer of the 20th Company. Late in life, he learned that a deception had deprived his Company of being the Color Company of his graduating class, as he had suspected all those many years.

On 20 June 1946, Carl married his high school sweetheart (and fiancée during his midshipman days), Gloria DeEtte Williams. After sea duty aboard FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT (CVB-42), Carl was selected to attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he earned a master’s degree in civil engineering and transferred to the Civil Engineers Corps. He then was assigned tours with the Seabees at Little Creek, VA; the Public Works Department at Naval Base, Norfolk, VA; and as public works officer at the Naval Supply Center, Spokane, WA.

In 1956, Carl resigned his commission and joined Tudor Engineering Company of San Francisco, CA, where he was involved with feasibility studies, designs and construction management of cogeneration plants, aircraft hangars, wind testing tunnels, highway bridges, port facilities, transportation systems and various other types of projects. In each of the companies with which he was associated, he served as senior vice president, executive VP, or president.

Carl’s professional duties were global, and his family moved frequently, living in exotic places such as Hawai’i and Perú.

In retirement, he enjoyed golfing, keeping up with “these new-fangled computers” and visiting family. At age 76, he hiked the Haleakala Crater Trail, one of the oldest people to have done so.

Carl is survived by his daughters, Carlin Otto, Gari Gene Otto and Ruth Otto Bingham (Tom); son, Warren Hans Otto (Holly); foster son, Barry Cunningham (Lee); and multiple grandchildren. Carl’s wife, Gloria, his son, Van, and brother, Bert, predeceased him.

His ashes will be scattered in the Pacific Ocean.

Memorials may be directed to the Naval Academy Foundation (www.usna.com/give) or Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (www.giving.rpi.edu). H FRANK LAWRENCE BOUSHEE ’48 Captain Frank L. Boushee, USN (Ret.), got his last catapult on 5 July 2022 in Jacksonville, FL, at the age of 97.

Born on 2 January 1925 in Washington, DC, to Clelia Martin and Franklin Boushee, Frank spent his childhood in Fairfax County, VA, Washington, DC, and Pittsburgh, PA. He enlisted in the Navy V-1 program in December 1942, graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in January 1943, and reported to the Naval

Academy in June 1944.

He was commissioned as a Navy ensign in June 1947. He served on ARNEB (AKA-56) and CORAL SEA (CV-43); and completed flight training at NAS Pensacola. He received his Gold Wings in September 1951 and reported to VS-22 in Norfolk, VA.

In 1955, Frank married Betty Wise East. He reported to test pilot school at Pax River, MD, completing the Naval War College and Air Intelligence School while there. Next, he reported to HANCOCK (CVA-19); was the sole USN student at Joint Services Staff College, Latimer, England; served as XO/CO with VS-25, YORKTOWN (CVS-10); and was air boss of BENNINGTON (CVS-20). In September 1967, he reported to the CNO staff at the Pentagon, and then became ALUSNA, American Embassy, Ankara, Turkey. Frank returned to the Pentagon as IG for the Defense Intelligence Agency, and completed his last tour as COS, NTTC, Memphis, TN, in 1977.

Frank logged 4,000+ hours in 25+ aircraft and made more than 700 carrier landings.

The Boushees retired to Wilmington, NC, in 1977, where he was active in the Republican Party, and enjoyed fishing and investing in the stock market. In 2013, they moved to Jacksonville, FL.

Frank was a doting surrogate father to his nieces and the children of close friends, mentoring with steadfast principles, fierce loyalty and a wry wit. His practical jokes were the stuff of legend.

Frank was predeceased by his brother, Britt; his parents; stepmother, Agnes Boushee; wife, Betty; sister and brother-in-law, Clelia and Ray Bullard; great-niece, Roslyn Henderson; niece, Molly McRae; and nephew-in-law, Rick Pease.

He is survived by his sister, Kathy Ames (Mark); nieces, Clelia Davis, Britt Pease, Roslyn Volpe (Tim) and Danielle Lawson (Jeff); nephew-inlaw, Jesse McRae (Pat); many grand- and great-grand nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Memorials may be made to the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 Randolph Street, Arlington, VA 22203; (www.nmcrs.org).

A reception was held in Frank’s memory in Jacksonville, FL, on 9 July 2022. Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. H

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RICHARD WILBUR KELLY ’49 Richard W. Kelly died on 28 June 2022. He was 95 years old. The son of Philip and Marguerite Kelly, Richard was born in Cleveland OH, on 25 February 1927. He attended school in Scarsdale, NY, and completed one year at Yale University before receiving a Congressional appointment to the Naval Academy from New York State. At Annapolis, he was an enthusiastic participant in many intramural sports as time allowed from studies. He graduated with the Class of 1949.

Richard served in the gunnery department aboard SICILY (CVE-118) during the Korean War, arriving from Pusan, Korea, in August of 1950. SICILY was involved in close air support operations with VMF-214 embarked. SICILY participated in the Pusan perimeter defense and the Inchon and Wonsan amphibious assaults while on two tours in the Yellow Sea. For this service, Richard was awarded the Korean Presidential Unit Citation ribbon, the Navy Unit Commendation ribbon, the Navy Commendation Medal and the Korean Service Medal with three Stars. He later served as gunnery officer aboard QUINCY (CA-71). In 1954, Richard graduated from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, in the Ordnance Engineering curriculum. He then served aboard CHARLES S. SPERRY (DD-697) as gunnery officer. He then was ordered to the Naval Amphibious Training Unit at Little Creek, VA, where he taught Naval Gunfire Support in August 1958.

Richard resigned from active duty and started a civilian engineering career at the Tucson Engineering Laboratory of the Hughes Aircraft Co. He worked there for 24 years in the Systems Engineering Department and in Industrial Relations. He remained in the Naval Reserve for several years and attained the rank of lieutenant commander.

Richard enjoyed golf, skiing and hiking with his buddies in the Arizona deserts and mountains. He volunteered for ten years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA) and for many years with the Foster Care Review Board in Tucson, AZ.

Richard’s wife, Annamaria Kelly, predeceased him in 2013 and is interred at the Naval Academy Columbarium. He is survived by his three children, Claudia, Cindy (Don) and Michael (Cathy); seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at a later date at the Naval Academy Columbarium, where Richard will be laid to rest.

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LAWRENCE HAROLD SHREWSBURY II ’53 Lieutenant Commander Lawrence H. Shrewsbury II, USN (Ret.), passed away on Monday, 18 April 2022, in San Antonio, TX, at the age of 91. “Hal” was born on 15 August 1930 in Borger, TX, to the late Lawrence and Vera Perry Shrewsbury. He was raised in Tulsa, OK, and attended Oklahoma University in 1948 for one year. Hal then received his appointment to the United States Naval Academy in 1949 to study Electrical and Electronics Engineering, graduating with the Class of 1953.

Hal served as a naval aviator for 20 years. During his career, he completed two tours in Vietnam and was the recipient of the Bronze Star Medal.

Following his naval career, he received his MBA from UCLA and taught Navy JROTC for 16 years at Milpitas High School in California, where he dramatically shaped the lives of hundreds of young men and women, many of whom went onto serve their nation in uniform.

In retirement, Hal was a volunteer chaplain teaching Bible study in various juvenile facilities, jails, penitentiaries, drug rehabs and Wounded Warrior facilities. Hal’s passion for physical fitness from his early days as a young man remained with him well into his 90s – where he was an inspiration to many young athletes at the local fitness center!

Hal is survived by his beloved wife, the former Sandra Hise of Minneapolis, MN. They were married in 1981 in Sausalito, CA, where they started a beautiful journey together that would span over 41 years.

Interment with full military honors will take place at 11:00 a.m. on 1 September 2022 at Arlington National Cemetery. H

MILTON HOLBROOK TOLMAN ’53 Milton H. Tolman passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Hopatcong, NJ, surrounded by his loved ones on 23 March 2022. “Milt,” as his friends called him, was born on 8 April 1930 to Lionel and Rita Tolman in Greeley, CO. He attended the Naval Academy, where he met his first wife, Betty Jean Smith, with whom he had two children. Upon graduating from the Naval Academy in 1953 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Milton attended Submarine School in New London, CT, and the Naval War College in Newport, RI. He served as a lieutenant commander on board ANGLER (SSK-240), patrolling Northern Europe and the Atlantic.

After completing his military service, Milt went to work using his engineering degree in the Steam Turbine and Pump field, which he enjoyed. He finished his career as Director of Asia and Pacific for Ingersoll Dresser Pump Division.

Shortly after Milt retired, he married his current wife, Ilona. They enjoyed traveling the world to exotic places such as Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii and all over Europe. They then built their life in Naples, FL, for the next 23 years. Recently, they made the decision that they wanted to be close to their family and moved in with their daughter and grandson. Milt kept saying “We are the only people that move north for the winter.”

Milt lived a long and wonderful life. He brought joy and love to all who knew him. He is leaving a void in our hearts and will be greatly missed.

Milton is survived by his wife of 24 years, Ilona Stark Tolman; son, Brook Tolman (and his wife, Kim) of College Station, TX; daughter, Lee Tolman of the Netherlands; stepdaughter, Claudia Dorman; grandson, Hunter; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. H

DAVID RUDOLPH RAUNIG ’54 Commander David R. Raunig, USN (Ret.), passed away peacefully with his wife, Coralie, by his side on 12 July 2022. He was 92 years old. David was born to Rudolf and Antonia Raunig on 11 October 1930 in Great Falls, MT. There, he learned to fish, hunt, design museums and renovate old cars. He attended Great Falls High School, where he excelled in mathematics and track and fell in love with his lifelong companion, Coralie Kiolet. She followed David to Maryland, and they were married upon his USNA graduation at St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis. David also inspired his brother, Donald Raunig ’59, to both attend the Naval Academy and to follow in his footsteps as an aviator.

During his 22-year naval career, David and Coralie traveled the world with their four children and two dogs, finally settling in historic Williamsburg, VA. His stories about his life as an aviator are legendary among his family and friends. They include taking President Kennedy on a flight, parachuting out of a stalled training flight into a field, and seeing Mount Denali from 200 feet above its peak.

During his service to our country, David served all over the world, including Iceland, Japan, the Azores and naval air stations throughout the U.S. He was honored as the first test pilot for the P3-C in Pax River, MD, with enough stories to fill his days after retirement. He served onboard HANCOCK (CVA-19) as weapons officer from 1969 to 1971, during the peak of the Vietnam War, with even more stories.

David’s career was celebrated in 1976 by his many friends and family, including the next generation of Naval Academy alumni, his son, David (then a 1/C midshipman). Following retirement, David found a new career in underwriting with GPM Mutual, where he could meet and talk to friends all over the Tidewater Area. He could also continue his lifelong hobby of renovating Model T and Model A Fords. His legacy and passion for the Naval Academy continued with his grandsons, Jefferey Raunig ’02 and Colin Raunig ’07.

David is survived by his wife of 68 years, Coralie; their children, Commander David L. Raunig ’77, USNR (Ret.) (Robin), Deborah Salvatorelli (Robert), Denise Lee (David) and Diana Bower (John); 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Services were held on 26 July 2022 at St. Bede’s Church in Williamsburg, VA.

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TERENCE BRUCE SUTHERLAND ’54 Commander Terence B. Sutherland, USN (Ret.), died on 13 June 2022. He was 91 years old. Born 1931 in Grand Junction, CO, “Terry” was raised in Arizona and California. After his high school graduation in 1948, Terry enlisted in the U.S. Navy to become an aviation electronics technician before competing to attend the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport, RI. From there, he received an appointment to the Naval Academy, where he graduated with the Class of 1954 (BS, Marine Engineering).

On graduation day, he married his high school sweetheart, Nadine Stephens of Moorpark, CA. While he was deployed at sea, she was a schoolteacher, raising their four sons and daughter.

Terry served aboard COLAHAN (DD-658), TWINING (DD-540), Mine Squadron 11, WILHOITE (DER-379) and ALFRED A. CUNNINGHAM (DD-752). Ashore, he attended the Naval Postgraduate School (BS, Engineering Electronics) and the Naval War College; taught at USNA; and served on the Joint Chiefs of Staff Manpower Directorate. Terry served two tours on Operation Seadragon, interdicting supply vessels and conducting shore bombardment during the Vietnam War. Terry attended The George Washington University (MS, Personnel Administration). He served as manager of Navy’s Acoustic Warfare Project.

Following his Navy retirement in 1973, Terry worked as a realtor, was master of R/V ATHENA and was chief trainer for crews of new-construction oil spill response vessels. He served with the Military Sealift Command as U.S. Merchant Marine deck officer, Coast Guard license trainer and technical writer. He was chief writer and editor for Navy’s quarterly Underway Replenishment Journal, skippered a charter boat and fished commercially in California waters. Terry earned Coast Guard licenses as Chief Mate and Master, and by FAA in as an instrument-rated Commercial Pilot. In 1989, when the oil tanker EXXON VALDEZ ran aground in Alaska, he served as group navigator and mate for various cleanup operations.

At 83, inspired by his grandfather’s example in painting, Terry earned a BA in Art with honors at the University of West Florida in 2013. While residing at the life care community of Azalea Trace, he continued lifelong studies in art, music, literature and Spanish. His memoirs, Now Sea This and Now Sea That, chronicle 50 years of saltwater recollections.

Commander Sutherland is survived by his beloved wife, Nadine; sons, Stephen, Scott, Dr. Burton and Dr. Dean; daughter, Dr. Lori Franklin; their spouses; and 21 grandchildren.

Memorial services were held at Azalea Trace, followed by inurnment at the Naval Academy Columbarium. H

GEORGE HOYT MARTIN ’55 Lieutenant Commander George H. Martin, USNR (Ret.), 88, died on 18 January 2022 in Baker City, OR. Born on 25 July 1933 to Lieutenant Commander George Wilmer Martin, USN, and Gladys Dagmar Nelson in National City, CA, George attended schools in Hawaii, DC, Alaska and Washington before graduating from Falls Church High School in Virginia. From Columbian Prep, he was appointed to USNA by his mother’s longtime friend, “Scoop” Jackson. At Annapolis, he was in the Drum & Bugle Corps, Masqueraders and played Company soccer, touch football and softball.

Upon graduation with the Class of 1955, George reported to BRADFORD (DD-545), followed by tours on INTREPID (CVA-11), SALMON (SS-573) and as chief engineer on PIEDMONT (AD-17). This was followed by a threeyear tour as OIC, Advanced Underseas Weapons Unit 0406 at Langley Point, Cavite, Philippines; and a tour as chief engineer on SEMINOLE (AKA-104). He transferred to the Naval Reserve in 1965 and taught nuclear physics, counter insurgency and navigation in Naval Reserve officers’ schools at Los Alamitos and Treasure Island, CA, retiring in 1978.

George joined Bechtel Corporation in 1965. He was one of the start-up engineers for the San Onofre, CA, nuclear plant; decommissioned nuclear plants at both Rancho Seco, CA, and Three Mile Island, PA (post-accident); spent several years working on the “accident incident” at Palo Alto, CA; and consulted on the Koeberg Nuclear Plant in South Africa. He also spent two years at the Institute of Power Operations in Atlanta, GA.

Retiring in 1992, George and his wife, Gracie, relocated to Sequim, WA. There, they were members of the Sequim Bay Yacht Club, sailed the San Juan Islands and George participated in the Retired Scientist’s Working Group. In 2001, they moved to Sparks, NV, where George was an active golfer at Red Hawk Golf Club and worked as an official with the Northern Nevada Golf Association.

Most winters were spent in St. Thomas, USVI, where George served with the 16th Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla. He belonged to the St. Thomas Yacht Club and volunteered for the annual Rolex Regatta. In 2021, George and Gracie moved to Baker City, OR, to be near family.

George is survived by his daughters (with his first wife, Barbara Upton), Juliet and Jane; his wife of 41 years, Grace; stepdaughters, Jocelyn, Laura, Rosalind, Julia and Allison; his sister, Carol; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

His ashes will be spread on Puget Sound and the Caribbean Sea. H

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JOHN GLADE TONER ’55 John G. Toner passed away on 15 June 2022 following an extended illness. He was 91 years old. John was born on 13 November 1930, in Edon, OH, the son of Oscar G. and Leona Edythe (Gearhart) Toner. He graduated from Florence-Edon High School in 1949 and attended the University of Michigan (1949-1951). John graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1955 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps.

On 12 June 1955, he married Marilyn Carrie Allomong in the Edon United Methodist Church.

As a Marine, he served with 2nd Battalion, 11th Regiment, 1st MarDiv at Camp Pendleton, CA, and 1st ANGLICO, Oahu, HI, with several months in the Republic of Korea. He left military service in 1959 to obtain a JD degree from the University of Michigan Law School in 1962.

He practiced law in the Edon, OH, area for 50 years, retiring in 2012. He served as CEO of the Edon State Bank Company for 30 years, retiring in 1994.

John and Marilyn were devoted to the betterment of their community. He served on the board of the local hospital for 18 years and was the founder (and 21-year president) of the Edon Area Foundation. Together, they provided major financial support in the construction of the Edon Public Library. They established a scholarship fund and endowments benefitting graduating seniors of Edon Northwest Schools and they were major contributors in the planning and construction of the million-dollar Williams County Veterans Memorial Building and its long-term viability. They were also benefactors to the Williams County Historical Society and Edon Community Fund.

In 2008, John received the Award for Loyalty and Service to the Edon Area Community and in 2009, was inducted into the Williams County Historical Society Hall of Recognition for his community service.

He was a Mason, 32 degree member of the Scottish Rite, a York Rite Knight Templar, Zenobia Shriner, and a member of his local Lions Club, American Legion and VFW.

John is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 67 years; cousins, Margaret Eckert and Paula Freese; and special friends, David, Krista, Isaac and Emeline Miller.

Services were held at the Williams County Veterans Memorial Building in Montpelier, OH, followed by interment in Edon Cemetery in Edon, OH. H

RICHARD STUART VARNEY ’56 Lieutenant Colonel Richard S. Varney, USMC (Ret.), passed away on 11 July 2022. He was 88 years old. “Dick” was born in Lowell, MA, on 24 January 1934, to Forrest S. and Lillian J. Varney. During 1939, the family relocated to Silver Spring, MD, where Dick graduated from the Bullis School in 1952. He entered the Naval Academy through the Naval Reserve. Upon his graduation with the Class of 1956, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Following the completion of his training at Quantico, VA, in June 1957, he married Dorothy A. Fay of Bethesda, MD. Subsequent to serving as an artillery officer with the Second Marine Division, Dick was assigned as an instructor at the U.S. Army Artillery and Missile School in Fort Sill, OK. He then attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, with studies in the field of electronics engineering.

Dick’s assignments overseas included tours with the Third Marine Division in Vietnam and Okinawa. Additionally, he and his family enjoyed a tour in Indonesia during the 1970s, where Dick served as head of the Plans, Programs and Training Branch within the Defense Liaison Group. Following a tour in Vietnam, Dick was assigned as the Marine officer instructor with the NROTC unit at Stanford University.

The prime focus of Dick’s retirement years was in the field of education. Having received a master’s degree in education from Stanford, Dick completed the requirement for a Maryland teaching certificate. He then returned to the Bullis School in Potomac, MD, where he became a highly valued addition to the faculty and served as chairman of the mathematics department for several years.

During the years following his retirement from teaching, Dick continued to enjoy assisting young people. He was much in demand as a math tutor for both Bullis students and students in the Montgomery County school system. Dick and “Dott” also devoted a great deal of their time caring for two of their granddaughters on a daily basis.

Predeceased by Dott in 2013, Dick is survived by their sons, Brian (Paula) and Steven (Anju); daughters, Lynne (Joseph) and Karen (Brian); and seven grandchildren; as well as his wife of five years, Betty Little. RSV ’56 H

JOSEPH MARTIN PICKETT WRIGHT JR. ’56 Captain Joseph M.P. Wright Jr., USN (Ret.), of Edenton, NC, passed away on 14 July 2022, at the age of 88. “Pickett” was born in Long Beach, CA, on 10 August 1933, to Captain Joseph M.P. Wright ’24 and Anne St. Clair Smith Wright. He spent most of his youth in Annapolis, MD, and attended St. Mary’s High School (Annapolis) and St. Andrews School in Middleton, DE. While in high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He was later accepted into the Naval Academy and graduated with the Class of 1956.

Captain Wright’s extensive sea experience included duty as commanding officer of an MSO; executive officer of a large LST (1173 Class) and Operations and Weapons Department head and division officer on a destroyer and heavy cruiser. He was qualified as a command duty officer and task force OOD. His shore assignments included a Navy mission to Brazil; NWS Indian Head and White Oak; NavOrd and NavSea. Captain Wright was the major project manager for various mine warfare projects. His last position was as Inspector General of the Naval Sea Systems Command, Crystal City, VA.

After retiring from the Navy, Pickett was a project manager for various underwater projects at Epoch Engineering, Inc., Gaithersburg, MD.

He received a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from USNA; a BS in Chemistry from the Naval Postgraduate School; and a master’s degree from USC in Systems Management.

Pickett’s interests throughout his life included sailing and birdwatching. In later years, he researched his genealogy and became the family historian.

Pickett is survived by his wife of 33 years, J. Annette Wright of Edenton, NC; three children, Michael P. Wright (Mega), Catharine StC. Chopp (Tom) and J. Ruffin Wright (Violette); five grandchildren, Hardian Muljadi (Samantha), Harisa S. Muljadi, Richard R. Chopp, Anna StC. Chopp and Annalise K. Wright; and two great-grandchildren, Kaius and Sloan Muljadi. He is also survived by two brothers, Captain Arthur StC. Wright ’57 (Susan) and Dr. Henry T. Wright (Frances); along with five nieces/ nephews; eight great-nieces/nephews; and Annette’s sister and brother-in-law, Diana and Bob Gats.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to ECU Health Chowan Hospital Development Council, PO Box 629, Edenton, NC 27932 (www.vidanthealthfoundation.com/regional-foundations/chowanhospital-development-council); the USNA Alumni Association, 274 Wood Road, Annapolis, MD 21402 (www.usna.com/give); or to the charity of your choice. H

JOHN AUBREY CHRISMAN JR. ’58 Captain John A. Chrisman Jr., USN (Ret.), died on 23 June 2022. “Jack” was born on 18 October 1933 in Charlotte, NC, to Alice and Aubrey Chrisman ’26. Raised in Charlotte, he was active in Scouting and achieved the rank of Eagle at age 16. He attended NC State College for one year and then enlisted in the Navy. After two years and advancement to aviation electricians’ mate third class, he obtained an appointment to the Naval Academy. After attending the Naval Academy Preparatory School, he joined the Class of 1958. During his time at the Academy, he sang in the Chapel Choir, hosted a jazz program on WBNV and was the director of the musical club show his First Class Year.

After graduation, he joined the Surface Navy aboard MEREDITH (DD-890). In September 1959, he married Donna Rouse in the USNA Chapel. He attended Submarine School, but decided submarines were not for him. Returning to the fleet, he was executive officer of CORMORANT (MSC-122) in Sasebo, Japan. From that time on, all his sea assignments were as either XO or CO. His first command was ROCKVILLE (EPCER-851), followed by VENTURE (MSC-490), MANITOWOC (LST-1180) and SYLVANIA (AFS-2). He was the only member of his class to command four ships. His final duty station was JUSMAGG Greece as head of the Navy Section.

He asked the Bishop of Europe of the Church of England to sponsor him for ordination as a priest. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 1986 as a captain. He was selected to attend Wescott House, Cambridge University, and was ordained as a deacon in Ely Cathedral in 1988, and as a priest in 1989. He then went to Oslo, Norway, and became Assistant Chaplain of the Anglican Chaplaincy of Norway, attached to the British Embassy; probably the only retired U.S. Navy captain to be an accredited British diplomat. After two years, he became the rector of St. Georges Episcopal Church in Newport, RI, where he served for ten years and was also the chaplain for the Newport Fire Department.

After retiring again, he and Donna moved to Sarasota, FL, where he assisted at St. Boniface Episcopal Church.

He and Donna have three children, Ashley, Mark and Paul ’88; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at St. Boniface Church on 3 August 2022 with interment at the Naval Academy Columbarium at a later date. H

JAMES DORSET HOCKER ’58 Major James D. Hocker, USAF (Ret.), passed away on 26 February 2022. He was 87 years old. “Jim” was born in Tulsa, OK, to Dorset Hocker and Clara Belle Miller. He was a very proud member of the USNA Class of ’58. The cry “58 is Great” resounded through the Hocker household until silenced by death. The echoes of “Beat Army” are still heard. While at the Naval Academy, Jim was a cheerleader and a member of the Hop Committee. He was known to shake down his classmates to buy Girl Scout cookies and his antics may or may not have included 25 cent haircuts. His blind date to the 1957 Valentine’s dance was a beautiful girl from Mississippi and in 1959, he and Mary Elsa Murphy were married.

Upon graduation he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. He spent some time in Korea, then attended graduate school at the University of Arizona, where he obtained a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. In 1971, he deployed to Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star. His last duty station was Tokyo, Japan. Jim retired in 1978 after 20 years of honorable service.

In 1980, he received his Juris Doctorate from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA. The family relocated to Tulsa, where Jim was an active member of St. John’s Episcopal Church and spent the next 15 years with Transok Pipeline Company.

He “retired” again in 1996 and dedicated the rest of his life to his wife and their adventures. “After all,” he used to say, “she followed me around for the first 35 years; I can follow her around for the next 35 years!” He and Mary Elsa moved to Vicksburg, MS, where they lived for 21 years before relocating to Niceville, FL. Their final port of call was Beaufort, SC.

Jim had a vibrant personality and a smile as “large as the Oklahoma sky.” His sense of humor was legendary, and he was enthusiastic about everything! Jim was a consummate racquetball player and was known for his ability to “finesse” points. His quick wit kept everyone on their toes.

James Dorset Hocker is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Elsa; their children, Elizabeth Carroll, Andrew Dorset, Clara Murphy and Mary James; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his sister, Mary Louise.

Interment took place at the Naval Academy Columbarium on 6 July 2022. H

MELVIN ARTHUR RUNZO ’58 Captain Melvin A. Runzo, USN (Ret.), went to be with his Lord on 20 June 2022. He was 86 years old when he died unexpectedly from a fall and subsequent bout with COVID. “Mel” was born in 1935 in Zelienople, PA. Upon his graduation from Mesa High School in Mesa, AZ, he accepted an appointment to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated from Annapolis with the Class of 1958. He then attended flight school and became a helicopter pilot. Several years later, while stationed in Norfolk, VA, Mel met his soulmate, best friend and future wife, Frances “Tinker” Barker. Stationed mainly on the East Coast, in Norfolk and Washington, DC, Mel served his country for 27 years, rising to the rank of captain.

Upon retiring from the military, Mel spent the next ten years of his life as a high school physics and math teacher in Fairfax County, Virginia.

For all the accomplishments and accolades Mel received while in the Navy, if you asked him what he is most proud of, his answer would be his relationship with Jesus Christ. A close second would be that he was a good husband to Tinker and father to their son, Chris.

Always smiling, with never a bad word to say about anyone, Mel loved life and loved bringing joy to those around him. In addition to his family, he loved Eastern Shore Chapel and his Peanut friends. Mel found so much joy in the relationships made working at the food pantry and often spoke of the wonderful friendships he had formed while living at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community. He also loved his grandchildren with every fiber of his being.

Tinker predeceased him in September 2013. Left to cherish memories of Mel are his son, Chris (Beth); three grandchildren, Aaron (Nikki), Dustin and Ethan (Brooke); two great-grandchildren, Elijah and Ruah; his sister, Ann McCready; sisters-in-law, Corolla Runzo and Barbara Hull; and nieces, Patty Bartneck and Peyton Von Hirsch.

Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. ~Proverbs 3:5-6 H

LENNIS LARRY LAMMERS ’60 Captain Lennis L. Lammers, USN (Ret.), passed away on 31 May 2022 of natural causes, with his family at his bedside in Knoxville, TN. “Len” was born 1937 in Harden, MT, to the late George and Mayma Lammers. To his USNA Fourth Company Classmates, he was always the promoter of Big Sky Country to flyfish, hunt and all other outdoor activities. At Navy, Len was known for his trumpet and music in the NA-10 and the Drum & Bugle Corps.

After graduation, Len went to the fleet in the submarines, HALIBUT and RAZORBACK. He served for eight years on board submarines as weapons officer, engineer and operations/navigator. Len then earned an MS in Ocean Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School. The next 16 years of his career were spent as an engineering duty officer, supporting the Naval Sea Systems Command and shipyards at various locations and duty stations. Len’s last tour of three years was as commanding officer of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, a nuclear submarine shipyard.

After his retirement from the Navy in 1987, Len stepped into senior management positions. First on the operational side of the nuclear power industry, managing plant material, maintenance and reliability; and then boarding to consulting in other industries. Len and his son, Steve (USMA ’91 and an Army Ranger), founded and operated a successful maintenance and reliability company, “Advisory First, LLC.” Len authored a book of short stories, A Razorback Submariner (reprinted under the title, Dive! Dive!), on his submarine crew experiences. The take-away of these stories was that leadership, a highly trained crew and experience were essential to operate submarines safely in a deadly and unforgiving environment.

In November 1961, Len married the love of his life, Bea Jones of Pipestone, MN. Len is survived by his wife of 61 years, Bea; daughter, Laura; daughter-in-law, Naoko; and granddaughter, Julia. He was preceded in death by his son, Steven; brothers, Harold and Gale; and sister, Joanne.

A formal military memorial service and interment were held on 25 June 2022 at Fairview Cemetery in Hardin, MT. H

MICHAEL DAVID PORTER ’60 Commander Michael D. Porter, CEC, USN (Ret.), passed away unexpectedly on Friday, 15 July 2022, at the age of 84. “Mike” was born in Breaux Bridge, LA, to Tony and Mary Porter, and grew up in New Orleans. He graduated from Jesuit High School of New Orleans and continued his education as a midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy, Class of 1960. At Annapolis, he was a four-year letterman and captain of the Naval Academy swim team.

After commissioning as a naval officer, he earned a Civil Engineering degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. He retired as a commander in the U.S. Navy after serving for 22 years, working under numerous commands, most notably with the Naval Construction Battalion, Seabees. He served in numerous locations around the world, including two deployments to Vietnam in 1967 and 1968.

Following his retirement from active service, Mike owned and operated his own engineering firm. He loved to tell stories about everything. He and his wife enjoyed spending time with their dog, Honey, going to daily Mass and, until recently, volunteering for the Co-Cathedral of Houston. He was an avid Navy football fan, tennis player, golfer and Appalachian trail hiker. Mike was a faithful husband, a gracious father and a loving grandfather. He truly lived his life as a servant, and he will be greatly missed for generations to come.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Dorothy Villa Porter of Baltimore, MD; their four children, Michael D. Porter Jr. (Siobhan), John A. Porter (Florence), Julia Porter Lyons (George) and Charles N. Porter (Amy); 14 grandchildren, Robert, William, Thomas, Mathias (Emily), Eleonore (Ryan), Thomas (Larin), Cecilia, Vincent, Timothy, Jack (Darci), George, Olivia, Dominick and Anna; three great-grandchildren; and his brother, Moe Porter.

Services were held on 26 July 2022 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in San Antonio, TX. Interment will take place at the Naval Academy Columbarium on 20 October 2022 at 10:30 a.m.

Condolences may be left for the family online at (www.porterloring.com). The Porter Family H

RICHARD ANDERSON RIDDELL ’62 Rear Admiral Richard A. Riddell, USN (Ret.), died peacefully in his Arlington, VA, home on 27 May 2022, of Parkinson’s disease. “Dick” was born on 20 November 1940, in Cambridge, MD, the only child of Edward Leo Riddell Jr. and Katherine Insley Riddell. He graduated from Wheaton (Maryland) High School in 1958 and entered the U.S. Naval Academy, where he served as editor-in-chief of the Lucky Bag and played in the Drum & Bugle Corps. He graduated in June 1962.

He served in the Navy’s Submarine Force (1962-1998) and was the last commanding officer of NAUTILUS (SSN-571). Prior to that command, Dick served on three other nuclear-powered submarines: HALIBUT (SSGN-587), JOHN MARSHALL (SSBN-611) Blue, and SPADEFISH (SSN-668). He commanded NAUTILUS from 1976 until its decommissioning in 1980. Dick subsequently worked for the Director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, Admiral Hyman Rickover. He also served as Commander, Submarine Squadron One in Pearl Harbor, HI, and then as chief of staff for Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. Later, he served simultaneously as Commander, Submarine Group Nine and Naval Base Seattle.

Dick served four tours in the Office of Chief of Naval Operations: first as Deputy and then Director of the Strategic and Theater Warfare Division (OP-65), later as Director of the Strategic Submarine Division (N-21), then as Director Special Programs Division (N-89), and finally as Director of Test, Evaluation and Technology Requirements (N-91).

When he retired, Dick was the last member of his Naval Academy class still on active duty. His personal awards include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit (5), Meritorious Service Medal (3) and the Navy Commendation Medal (4).

Following his Navy retirement, Dick was Director of Underseas Programs at General Dynamics. He retired in December 2006 because of progressing Parkinson’s disease symptoms. He served on the Accokeek Foundation Board of Directors and was an active participant in the Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area (PFNCA). In 2013, he published his autobiography, Through My Periscope.

Dick is survived by his wife of 36 years, Anne Price Fortney; his children, Joel Riddell (Dawn) and Amy Gunter (Michael); and five grandchildren, Chase Riddell, Sophia Robinson (David), and Michaela, Grayson and Walker Gunter. A marriage to Joan Barnhill ended in divorce.

Rear Admiral Riddell will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery at a future date.

Memorial contributions would be welcome at the Accokeek Foundation, (accokeek.org) and the PFNCA (parkinsonfoundation.org). H

JOHN STANLEY VOLK II ’62 Commander John S. Volk II, USN (Ret.), passed away peacefully at Parkview Memory Care in National City, CA, on 9 April 2022. His wife of almost 60 years, Frankie, was with him before he passed. John was born in Royal Oak, MI, on 29 December 1939 to John and Claire Volk. He grew up in Clawson, MI, and attended Clawson High School, where his father was principal. John excelled playing football in high school, which led him to an appointment at the Naval Academy.

John met Frankie during June Week 1961. Three months later, Frankie and John became “pinned,” six months later, they were engaged, and a year later, on 7 June 1962, they were married in USNA’s St. Andrews Chapel.

Ensign John Volk graduated from USNA with a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Science. John went on to get a degree in Communications Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, where he graduated in 1967.

John’s first tour of duty was on the destroyer BAUSELL (DD-845), on which he served as electronic material officer and combat information center officer. From there, he went to the guided missile cruiser GALVESTON (CLG-3), as auxiliary division officer and electrical officer. John’s final shipboard assignment was on the ammunition ship MT. BAKER (AE-4), as engineering officer.

After serving two years on MT. BAKER, John chose to become an Engineering Duty Officer. He served as Commanding Officer, Naval Electronic Systems Command, Southwest Division in San Diego. John went on to become Officer-in-Charge, Naval Shore Electronics Engineering Activity, Philippines from October 1971 until May 1974. From there, John was transferred to Fort Monmouth, NJ, where he worked with TRI-TAC. John’s final two assignments were at NOSC (Naval Ocean Systems Center) in San Diego, CA, and NAVELEX Headquarters in Arlington, VA.

After 20 years of service, John retired from the Navy and moved his family back to San Diego, CA.

John continued working as a communications engineer and senior systems engineer for several companies in San Diego for the next 24 years. John retired from his second career in March 2006.

John is survived by Frankie; their children, John III, Scott and Debra; five grandchildren, John IV, Derek, Katrina, Alicia and Ryan; as well as one great-grandson, Malakai; and two siblings, Linda and Jeff.

John’s final resting place is at Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, CA. H

MICHAEL JOSEPH SCHNEIDER JR. ’64 Michael J. Schneider Jr. passed away at Hospice of the Valley in Arizona on 2 April 2022. Born in St. Louis, MO, on 28 September 1941, “Mike” entered the Naval Academy from Minnesota, where he had attended St. Thomas Academy. He gained instant fame when he arrived at USNA with his hockey skates in hand. However, a lack of ice did not quell Mike’s passion for action, and he became recognized for his skill and as a fierce competitor playing handball and fieldball. This competitive spirit served him well in future endeavors. Always ready to help, Mike was a friend you could truly count on.

Upon graduation Mike entered flight training, earned his Wings and was assigned to VP-44, where he made numerous deployments. He also served as an instructor pilot in VT-1.

Mike left the Navy in 1970 and joined Control Data Corporation as a systems engineer. During this period, he attended courses in computer engineering, as well as obtaining his JD from William Mitchell College of Law. In 1977, he joined Rosemount Industries, a subsidiary of Emerson Electric, where he served as Patent/General Counsel until his retirement in 2000.

Mike was a joy to be with and a tireless bundle of energy, no matter what the activity. Always a strong Navy supporter, he was active in his local Alumni chapter. Mike donated his time to supporting activities at St. Odilia and St. John the Evangelist Catholic churches. He was also a member of the board of trustees at Totino-Grace High School. Perhaps one of his favorite activities was operating the family-owned business, Schneider Popcorn, at the Minnesota State Fair. His big smile and gregarious laugh will be missed by all who knew him.

Mike is survived by his daughter, Deborah Schneider Stephan (and her husband, Dr. Kevin T. Stephan); grandchildren, Corey and Jeremy; and great-grandchildren, Augustine and Lucy. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Michael J. Schneider Sr. and Catherine A. Schneider; and by his wife of 57 years, Karen, who passed way in 2021.

Funeral services were held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church on 22 April 2022, followed by burial in Little Canada, MN.

Donations in Mike’s memory may be made to the Naval Academy Foundation (www.usna.com/give). H

WILLIAM CRUICKSHANK DEFRIES ’65 William C. DeFries, 78, of Salem, SC, passed away at home on 4 November 2021. “Bill” was an Air Force junior, born on 13 June 1943 in San Francisco, CA. After graduating from Staunton Military Academy in 1961, he entered the Naval Academy, where he was member of the 32nd Company during First Class Year. Bill was commissioned in the U.S. Marine Corps and served as a captain in the Vietnam War. After leaving active duty, he earned an MBA at UC Berkley, Haas School of Business in 1972 and then became a CPA. Bill then went with Price Waterhouse before moving to Crocker National Bank as a senior credit officer, managing high technology leading groups. He then joined Westpac Bank’s corporate banking division in 1983, and became Chief Manager and Head of Risk Assessment for their Asia Division in Hong Kong, and later Sydney, Australia. In 1992, he became Chief Manager of Risk Assessment for Westpac’s European Division in London and later became Chief Manager of Risk Assessment for Standard Chartered Bank’s Asian Division operating out of Singapore before returning home to Belvedere, CA, in 1998.

In 2000, Bill moved to Lake Keowee, SC, and while continuing to consult for the World Bank, he spent his leisure time sailing and enjoying being a dad and a grandfather, grilling, catching up with friends, cutting down trees to improve his view, cheering on his favorite sports teams, traveling and visiting those he loved.

Bill was known for his sense of humor, sharp wit, pranks and storytelling. He lit up a room and knew how to make everyone feel important. He challenged those around him to be their best, and then defended and supported them to the end. He was an extremely loving and fiercely loyal friend, companion, son, brother, father and grandfather and will be missed.

Bill is survived by his children, Carrie Marquez (Michael), Melissa Seal (Michael) and William B. DeFries (Daniela); five grandchildren, Jackson Marquez, Kate Marquez, Bennett Marquez, Blair Seal and Elin Seal; and his siblings, Celia DeFries (Eric) and Richard DeFries (Kristi). He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. William A. DeFries and Cecilia Cruickshank DeFries; and his brother, David “Fritz” DeFries.

Services were held on 13 July 2022 at Arlington National Cemetery.

Memorials in Bill’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital (www.stjude.org/donate). Carrie Marquez, Melissa Seal & William Zuna ’65 H

TERRY JOHN TEREBESSY ’66 Terry J. Terebessy died of a heart attack on 3 November 2021. He was 78 years old. Terry, son of John and Della Terebessy, was born in Aurora, IL, on 7 October 1943. He was raised for the first couple of years by his mother and grandparents as his father was serving as a SeaBee in London during World War II. Prior to receiving his appointment to Annapolis, Terry spent one “eventful” year at the University of Illinois. “Turk” spent his off time at the Naval Academy by playing anything with strings (with a painful focus on the banjo). He spent a lot of his time in the fencing loft, as well as the pool, trying to break his own record.

He spent most of his short military career in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, with a strong focus on damage control. This led to him pursuing his professional engineer’s license. He met Carol Rejebian at the officer’s club in Long Beach, CA, and they were married on 14 October 1969.

After the Navy, Terry spent nearly 50 years in control systems. He worked for several control system manufacturers including, Power Controls, Johnson Controls, Andover Controls, Barrington Systems and KMC Controls. Terry also ran his own control systems business for more than 30 years. He helped to build and commission more than 38 embassies and consulates in the last 20 years of his career.

Terry was always a sailor by heart, having restored three separate vessels, including a 32’ Luhrs, 80’ YP, as well as a 60’ buoy tender. He enjoyed fishing, cooking and travel.

Terry is survived by his wife, Carol; three children, Melissa, Michael and Michelle; nine grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

Services were held at Holy Angels Byzantine Catholic Church, followed by burial at Miramar National Cemetery with military honors and a missing man flyover.

The Terebessy Family H ELDWIN DALE HEELY ’67 E. Dale Heely, 76, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on 25 June 2022 at his home in Columbia Falls, MT. Known as “Dale” to his friends, and as “Buddy” to his family, Dale was born on 18 November 1945 in Portsmouth, VA. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, class of 1963, as the captain of his football team. He entered the Naval Academy in 1963 and graduated on 7 June 1967. He was commissioned into the U.S. Marine Corps and completed Officer Candidate School at Quantico, VA. Admitted to the Marine aviation program, he earned his coveted Flight Wings from both the Navy and Air Force. He flew the F-4 Phantom, the most elite and lethal fighter aircraft of its day. Dale’s lifelong dream of becoming a fighter pilot was realized.

Dale flew 200 combat missions in Vietnam and was awarded 12 Air Medals at that time. He was also designated a combat division leader and air combat instructor in the Phantom. Dale joined the first Marine Harrier squadron and learned vertical takeoff. He was involved in developing and implementing first time uses of the Harrier in various tactical applications and participated in air shows all over the country demonstrating this unique aircraft. When eventually assigned a desk job with minimal flight time, Dale was honorably discharged from the Marines and entered the civilian ranks. His warrior days were behind him.

For the next 25 years, Dale worked in the security industry, managing security installations in a number of high-profile projects, including the San Diego airport, the Goodwill Games, hydroelectric dams and others.

Dale’s wife, Joy, has shared a Montana home with him for 22 years. Predeceased by his parents, Dale Horstman Heely and Isobel Boustead Heely, Dale is survived by two children (from his first marriage to Frances Kavarova Heely), Dale Thomas Heely (Elizabeth) and Tanya Andrea Heely; two beloved grandchildren, Miles Thomas Heely and Blythe Josephine Heely; brothers, Robert Alan Heely (Lush), James Evan Heely (Judi) and Jonathan Blake Heely (Lauri); sister, Susan May Heely; and many wonderful cousins, nieces and nephews.

In his retirement years, Dale was happiest in the beautiful country around his home in Montana, where he enjoyed all of nature’s wonders. The family will partake in a celebration of his life at a later time. Dale’s cremains will be scattered in a quiet spot of his choosing.

Online condolences may be left at (www.columbiamortuary.com). H

GEORGE FULTON ST. JOHN III ’68 George F. St. John III of Stamford, CT, passed away on 12 July 2022, following a battle with metastatic pancreatic cancer. He was 75 years old. Born in Baltimore, MD, “Jeff” grew up in Northfield, attending Mt. Vernon Avenue and Mill Road schools and later graduating with the Mainland Regional High School class of 1964. He was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy and upon graduation from there in 1968, was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. His duty stations as a Marine included, among others, Vietnam (where he was a rifle platoon and company commander and was awarded a Bronze Star w/Combat V for meritorious service); aboard the aircraft carrier KITTY HAWK on Yankee Station off Vietnam and elsewhere in the Pacific; and the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at San Diego, CA.

In 1974, following his discharge from the Marines, Jeff embarked on a highly successful civilian career in the energy industry that took him to Los Angeles, New York City, New Orleans, Houston, Boston and eventually to Stamford, CT, where he settled in 1986.

Jeff was predeceased by his parents, George F. St. John Jr. and Elaine W. St. John. He is survived by his four siblings, Robert of Fernandina Beach, FL, Andrew (Jacqueline) of Egg Harbor Township, NJ; David of Pittsburgh, PA, and Sally Haupin (Jim) of Yardley, PA; and four nieces.

A graveside service was held at Friends Central Cemetery in Linwood, NJ, on 29 July 2022.

In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to Friends Central Cemetery, 5 W. Marvin Avenue, Linwood, NJ 08221; or to your favorite charity in Jeff’s name.

Condolences may be left for the family at (www.adams-perfect. com/memorials/george-st-john/4912936/obituaryphp). H

DAVID HUGH RUDDOCK ’69 Commander David H. Ruddock, USN (Ret.), died of Parkinson’s disease (diagnosed in 2014) and dementia in San Diego, CA, on 8 March 2022. He was 75 years old. “Dave” was a native of Homer City, PA. He was a gifted athlete in high school, excelling in football and baseball. As a football recruit, he attended Columbian Prep in Washington, DC, prior to receiving his congressional appointment to the Naval Academy. He spent two years in Tiger 12th Company before graduating with the Class in June 1969 as a member of the 36th Company. He and his roommate, Tom Butler, developed a special bond that remained strong throughout their lives. Inside both of their rings they had the initials TGIOR, Thank God It’s Over Roomie, inscribed. Three days after graduation, Dave married his high school sweetheart, Mary (also known as “Pug”) in their hometown of Homer City.

Dave’s first duty station was in San Diego, so he and Pug headed west to California. It was a great adventure and the beginning of a 24-year naval career. He made several WestPac deployments during the Vietnam War and several more after that. Most of his time in the Navy was spent on destroyers and amphibious ships in San Diego; however, he did have shore tours in Newport, RI, Washington, DC, and the Republic of Panama. He retired from the Navy as a commander at Amphibious Group 3 in San Diego in July 1993.

Upon his retirement from the Navy, Dave decided to attend the San Diego Golf Academy and accepted a job as the assistant pro at the Carlton Oaks Country Club. He was then lucky enough to participate in his two favorite hobbies, fly fishing (his biggest passion) and golf!

Dave was a wonderful husband to Pug, father to Andria, and grandfather to Isabella and Victor. Dave was loving, passionate, funny, adventurous, generous and a faithful friend. He loved life and it showed.

Memorial services were conducted on 23 April 2022 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in San Diego, CA.

Pug, Butts & Pat H

TERRY PAUL VIRUS ’71 Lieutenant Commander Terry P. Virus, USNR (Ret.), passed away unexpectedly following back surgery on 3 May 2022, at his home in San Clemente, CA. He was 73 years old. A native of Grand Island, NE, Terry joined the Naval Academy Class of 1971 as a Plebe in First Company, graduating as a member of the 19th Company. Terry served his class well through his active participation in the Class Hop committee and Lucky Bag photo staff.

Upon graduation, Terry pursued his dream of becoming a naval aviator, completed flight school and spent his Navy career flying in the P-3 community.

Following his time on active duty, Terry joined Delta Airlines, where he worked until his mandatory retirement age. Following Delta, Terry flew Boeing 747 cargo jets between the U.S. and Asia, until he eventually retired “full time.” He then devoted his energy to completing his labor of love, which was his beautiful home overlooking the Pacific.

Terry’s life was filled with adventure, laughter, love of life and an abundantly joyful spirit. Those who came in contact with him remember his keen sense of humor, his smile and his dedication to his friends. A lifelong bachelor and avid golfer, he was a loving son, brother, uncle and cousin. Terry was active in his local community, and a proud member of his local golf group, the “Downhill Liars,” which has named their annual golf tournament in his honor.

Terry is survived by his sister, Connie Grondona, and his brother, Ron Virus. H

CRAIG J. CUSTER ’76 Craig J. Custer of Freeport, FL, passed away on 19 April 2022. He was 68 years old. Born in Somerset, PA, on 12 October 1953 to Robert and Lois Custer, Craig graduated from Somerset High School in 1971. Following his graduation from NAPS, he entered the Naval Academy in July 1972, as a member of the 26th Company. He departed USNA in 1973 after his Youngster Cruise and served two more years in the Navy Reserve.

Craig obtained his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 1994 from the University of Pittsburgh. He followed in his father’s footsteps by joining the family real estate business. After his father’s death, he became a partner in Smith-Custer Realty of Somerset, PA. Later, he founded his own business in commercial real estate appraisal and worked for many firms over the years.

Craig is survived by his wife, Rhonda Hill Custer; his three children, Chad Custer (and his wife, Sabrina), Courtney (Custer) Swierczek (and her husband, Mike) and Carson Custer (and his wife, Emily); six grandchildren, Jacob, Addison and Mason Swierczek, Micah Custer, and Charlie and Archie Custer; three stepchildren, Joel Paulk (and his wife, Wendy), Crystal Paulk Popp (and her husband, Dave) and Frankie Paulk (and his wife, Tina); six step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; his sister, Denise Custer Myers (and her husband, Warren); and brother, David Custer (and his wife, Candy); along with many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Craig was preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Freda Custer, and Harry and Ruth Jacobs. H

JOHN STANLEY ALTHANS ’77 Lieutenant Commander John S. Althans, USNR (Ret.), 66, of Chagrin Falls, OH, passed away on 23 June 2022. Born on 6 July 1955 to John W. Althans and Julie (Maxine) Stanley Althans, John graduated from Kenston (Ohio) High School (1973), where he was a member of the National Honor Society, class president, a state champion wrestler and All-state linebacker. He was a member of the Kenston Alumni Hall of Fame.

On 9 July 1973, he joined the Naval Academy Class of 1977, First Company. Well-liked and highly regarded by his Companymates, he majored in economics and made the Superintendent’s List three times. A two-time All-American wrestler, he earned four N*s and was co-captain of the team. He graduated holding the record for most wins by a Navy wrestler and is in the USNA Athletic Hall of Fame.

In 1978, he married Rosemarie “Rory” Roberto of Pennsauken, NJ, and also received his Naval Flight Officer wings.

Assigned to VF-11 (the famous Red Rippers) at NAS Oceana, VA, John made his first deployment on FORRESTAL in F-4 Phantoms. After a trip through the F-14 RAG, he deployed again with the Rippers in Tomcats from JOHN F. KENNEDY. He transitioned from active duty to the Reserves in 1983.

John and Rory returned to Chagrin Falls, where he joined Althans Insurance Agency. He became principal and co-owner of the agency in 1992 and under his leadership, the business did VERY well, increasing markedly in size and scope.

John’s athleticism continued throughout his life, particularly with golf, paddleball, skiing and snowboarding. An outdoorsman, he loved hunting, bicycling, swimming (at his Outer Banks beachfront home) and taking daily walks with his Labrador retrievers, Navy and Jett, in the extensive woodlands on and around his property (hence the call sign “Nature Boy” when he was with the Rippers).

His greatest source of pride was his family.

Predeceased by his parents, John is survived by his wife of 44 years, Rory; their children, Jennifer Althans Iannarino (Kevin) and Johnny Althans; granddaughter, Paige Iannarino; his siblings, James Althans (Kammie) and Deborah Evans (David); along with several nieces and nephews.

Public services were held at The Church of the Holy Angels on 28 June 2022, followed by a private interment.

Memorial donations in his name may be made to the Holy Angels Memorial Fund (www.holyangelschurch.com) or Hillsdale College (www.hillsdale.edu).

A recent photo and his local obituary, written by his daughter, can be found at (www.stroudlawrence.com). H

DAVID MILTON ANDERSON JR. ’80 Commander David M. Anderson Jr. passed away on 27 July 2022 at his residence in San Diego, CA, surrounded by his family. He was 64 years old. A native of Woodland Hills, CA, “Skip” was the son of Dave and Jo Anderson. Skip started his military career at the Naval Academy Prep School (1-1) and graduated with the Academy Class of 1980 with the 23rd Company “Wildmen.” An F-14 Tomcat RIO, he flew with the VF-124 “Gunfighters;” VF-24 “Renegades,” where he served with classmates, Pete Andreasen, Kelly McBride and Brian Wood; and the VF-213 “Black Lions.” He earned his Master of Science (Space Systems Operations) at the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, with a follow-on tour at the National Reconnaissance Office. While at NPS, he met his future bride, Susan, on a flight between San Diego and Monterey. Skip was a catapult officer on RANGER (CV-61) and completed his 20-year naval career at the U.S. Pacific Command (J2), retiring onboard MISSOURI (BB-64) in Pearl Harbor (1999).

His decorations include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal (2), Air Medal and Navy Commendation Medal (2).

Skip had a very successful second career as an account executive with Sun Microsystems, Dell and VMware.

In 1989, Skip married his lovely bride, Susan, in the Mission in Carmel, CA, and was the father to Kate and Nicholas. In a highlight of his life, Skip walked Kate down the aisle of the same Carmel Mission in 2021 for her wedding to John Gaudio. Skip had a wonderful life, with a passion for running and a love of golf (with his son, Nick, and his girlfriend, Kelsey). Family was his priority and he enjoyed visiting his children at their colleges, University of Colorado and University of Washington. Skip was extremely proud of both of their chosen career paths. He loved to spend time with family, friends and maintained close friendships with his 23rd Companymates and Classmates, Pete Andreasen, Jim Gosnell, Brian Wood and Brad Gehrke.

An incredible husband, father, naval officer, patriot, corporate leader, classmate, friend and Christian, Skip set an incredible example for everyone who had the honor of knowing him. He was humble, a blessing to people and a strong supporter of everyone he met.

Survivors include his wife, Susan Anderson; and their children, Katherine Gaudio (John) and Nicholas Anderson.

Please consider a donation to the Naval Academy Foundation (www.usna.com/give). Choose “other” and write in “Midshipmen Memorial Fund.”

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ROBERT VINCENT EGAN ’93 Robert Egan passed away on 5 June 2022 in Northport, NY. He was 50 years old. “Rob” was born on 16 August 1971 in Brooklyn, NY, to Robert and Eugenia Egan. A born leader and lover of the outdoors, he became an Eagle Scout at a young age. Rob graduated from Northport High School and received a congressional appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy in 1989. His 11th Company classmates knew him as a true and loyal friend with an infectious smile and laugh.

After graduating with a degree in General Engineering, Rob was designated a Surface Warfare Officer. He served with distinction aboard both JOHN RODGERS (DD-983) and GETTYSBURG (CG-64). He then returned to Annapolis serving as the company officer of his cherished 11th Company. After leaving the Navy, Rob spent a career in management with retail organizations to include Home Depot, CVS Health, Harbor Freight Tools and Lowe’s Companies, Inc.

Raised in a religious home, Rob was a devout Catholic his entire life. He attended Mass regularly and encouraged his closest friends to attend as well. Always positive and encouraging, Rob will be truly missed.

Rob is survived by his parents, Robert and Eugenia; sister, Kristin Reilly (Greg); and beloved daughters, Kaitlyn and Riley.

A funeral service was held on 10 June 2022 at St. Philip Neri Church in Northport, NY, followed by interment at St. Charles Cemetery in Farmingdale, NY.

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