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tion to directors’ positions.

Graduate and associate members who do not plan to attend the 22 May 1999 meeting are requested to return this proxy to arrive at the of ces of the Association of Graduates not later than noon (MDT), 30 April 1999. Faxes, copies or e-mail ballots will not be accepted. ♦sic*************************************:!:

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The undersigned appoints the President and Chief Executive Of cer, or his duly appointed representative, as proxy to appear and vote in the name of the undersigned at the 22 May 1999 meeting of the Board of Directors the choice (s) listed b e l o w. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

1. Vote for not more than atotal of six (6), including write-ins. Write-in candidates must be both eligible and willing to serve.

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CHECKPOINTS VOLUME 27, NUMBER 3

FA L L 1 9 9 8

ARTICLES

PA G E

AOG Begins Search for Next President/CE

C O R P O R AT E O F F I C E R S Board Chair

David H. Roe, ‘62 Board Vice Chair

Larry D. Fortner, ‘59 President &CEO

Richard M. Coppock, ‘61

Secretary James W. Brown III, ‘59 Treasurer

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Doolittle Hall Serves Graduates, AOG Staff, Academ AOG Focal Point for Class Ring Procurement, Displa Sabre Society Members Gather for Game in Fort Worth ....

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AOG Network Seeks Bone Marrow Match for Graduat

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Grad and Cadet Son Earn Airman’s Medal for Herois

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UPS Flight Operations Becomes Corporate Membe Head Athletic Trainer, Jim Conboy, Remembere Academy Burial Policies/Procedures Outline Sixth Service Academy Golf Classic aSucces AOG, Falcon Foundation Support Key Academy Programs ‘61 Grad Recalls “Twelfth Man” Trip to Iow Flight Training for ‘98 Grads Begins at Local Flight Schools 1990 Grad Earns Top Air Force Safety Awar

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D E PA R T M E N T S

Jerry L. Smith, ‘62

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Meet Your AOG Board Member Nominee

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AOG Annual Corporate Report Presented AOG Annual Audit Repor

S TA F F President &CEO

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Richard M. Coppock, ‘61 Vice President, Services Jock C.H. Schwank, ‘60

The AOG Boardroo

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Dean’s Deliberation

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Vice President, Development

Attention in the Are

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James A. Shaw, ‘67 Administrator, Information Services Charles A. Denham, ‘67

Gone But Not Forgotte

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Letters to the AO

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Director of Publications To m K r o b o t h

AOG Member Bene ts/Service

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Chapter New

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AOG Biographical Data For

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AOG Gift Order For

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The Secret Life ofWaldo F. Dumbsquat....

Falcon Sport

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Class New

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D i r e c t o r, C o n s t i t u e n t S e r v i c e s

Wayne Taylor BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Designated Director Richard M. Coppock, ‘61

To Serve Until 1July 1999

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EJMontgomery Jr., ‘59 A W B i a n c u r, ‘ 6 0 LBFreeman, ‘61

ABOUT OUR COVER

DHRoe, ‘62

Our cover photograph was taken by Academy photographer Charles Elms during the missing-man yby at the Homecoming 1998 Memorial Ceremony on Oct. 2. Our thanks to the photo lab and Academy Spirit sta

JLSmith, ‘62 F S O l m s t e d J r. , ‘ 6 4 MTDaack,‘66

for their continued support of our photographic requirements. For more on the Homecoming Memorial Ceremony see page 32.

JW Spencer, ‘75 GCAllen, ‘82 SSMcNutt, ‘88

CHECKPOINTS (ISSN 0274-7391) USPS 898-080 is published quarterly in

JAPrice,‘89

February, May, August and November by the Association of Graduates, U.S.

KGWestburg,‘92 To Serve Until 1July 2001

Air Force Academy. (Phone: 719-472-0300, DSN: 333-2067. FAX: 719-333-

L D F o r t n e r, ‘ 5 9 RW Yates, ‘60 MAAnderson, ‘61

4194, E-mail: aog@aog-usafa.org) It is provided as part of amembership package of which the magazine subscription annually accounts for $10.

Single copies of CHECKPOINTS for members $2.50. Periodicals postage paid at the U.S. Air Force Academy, CO and additional mailing of ces. POST¬

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MASTER: Send change of address to CHECKPOINTS, Association of Graduates, Doolittie Hall, 3116 Academy Dr., USAF Academy, CO 80840-4475.

AEBlumberg Jr., ‘68 JGBurke, ‘70

RL Jones, ‘71 DLHargrove, ‘85

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By Dick Coppock, ‘61

President and Chief Executive Of cer

GENERAL: The scal year for the Association of Graduates (AOG) ended on 30 June 1998. David H. Roe, ’62, became AOG Board Chair

on 1July 1997 and guided the association through another busy and rewarding year.

The association welcomed Rear Admiral John E. Kirkpatrick as its newest honorary member and grieved at the loss of Senator Barry Goldwater, long-time honorary member and former chair of the Academy’s Board of Visitors.

Sumner Suites of Colorado Springs, Jostens, Inc., United Parcel Service and Northwestern Preparatory School became the newest corporate members.

FACILmES: Our alumni house and headquarters facility, Doolittle Hall, continued to serve us well, with ahost of AOG, Academy and private functions rounding out ayear-round schedule of events. We tended to the daily maintenance needs of the facility religiously; hopefully ensuring the small problems won’t multiply. Our facility manager, Dave Pfeil, scrupulously foOows adetailed schedule of inspections and preventative maintenance and keeps our greatest asset in top-notch condition.

Paver purchases and placements around Pegasus continued at a steady pace, and the area has become abeautiful site for commemo-

ration/memorialization. It’s particularly gratifying to hear the comfUNifEDmTES

statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation

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by the second week in November. If you do not receive your book please contact Cadet Wing Media EO. Box 6066 96

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This represented an increase of $37,000 over the prior year. Donors also increased by approximately 400 to over 5,600. The enhanced support for the AFA fund allowed the AOG and Sabre Society, in concert with the Falcon Foundation, to fund the rst 18 programs on the Academy Needs List.

AOG BUILDING FUND: Contributions to the Building Fund reached $404,000 during FY98 with cadet parents again being the primary supporters. This generosity enabled the association to signi cantly re¬

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issue of this publlcalior^. □Check box It not required to publish.

16. This Statement of Ownership win be printed in the.

PS Form 3526, October ●

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PUBLICATIONS: Tom Kroboth, director of Publications, and Vikki

Rhoden, his able part-time assistant, published the 1997 Register of Graduates in record time using our recently-purchased software, PageMaker. The latter, awelcome addition to our publishing capabil¬

managed 52 separate agency, restricted and endowment funds during

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MEMBERSHIP: 562 graduates from the Class of 1997 were added to

the membership. Of this number, 553, or 59 percent of the total class, became life members. An additional 296 graduates and friends also became life members. The association ended the year with atotal membership of 16,296, including 26 corporate and 14 honorary members. Forty-nine percent of all graduates are AOG members.

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Academy (AFA) Fund reached over $210,000, not including pledges.

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FINANCES: The FY98 audit by Osborne, Parsons &Rosacker, LLP re ected a$1.4 million increase in total assets to $18.4 million. The

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An annual audit of the Association of Graduates was conducted by certi ed public accountants

for the association’s scal year 1998 (ljuly 1997- 30 June 1998). The following information is intended to provide nancial highlights. Acomplete audited report may be obtained from or viewed at the association of ces at 3116 Academy Drive, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo. 80840-4475.

ASSOCUTION

OF

G R A D U AT E S

A S S O C I AT I O N

O F T H E U N I T E D S TAT E S A I R F O R C E A C A D E M Y

OF

THE

UNITED

S TAT E M E N T O F F I N A N C I A L P O S I T I O N 30 JUNE 1998

OF

S TAT E S A I R

S TAT E M E N T

OF

FLOWS

$2,361,916 155,369

Cash -Agency

52,198 853,718 9,766,957

Accounts receivable

symposiums and cadet awards to postgraduate scholarships, extracurricular and reunion

Contributions receivable Investments

Change in net asset < Adjustments to reconcile to net cash provided by operations: Depreciation and amortization Gain from investments

Accrued earnings on investments

Contributions receivable

Accrued earnings on investments

Prepaid expenses Property, plant and equipment at cost, net ofaccumulated depreciation of $1,500,54 4,617,666

Inventory

Prepaid expenses Accounts payable and accrued expenses Accoxmts payable -Agency Agency deposit payable

4,373

Leased furniture

$18^406,105

To t a l a s s e t s

307,623 (298,293)

69,512

Accounts receivable

92,136 23,282

Inventory

46 104 ,

(474,598)

Unrealized gain on investments Changes in assets and liabiliites:

351,969 126,521

Investments -Agency

(29,155) (79,924) (11,202) (2,075) (21,913) (4,729)

Cash provided by operations

Accrued salaries and vacation pay

38 5 2 1, 1,171 48,859

Agency deposits

511,520

Purchase of investments

Accounts payable Accounts payable -Agency

CASH

7,010,107 129,710

Dues

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To t a l l i a b i l i t i e s

NET

7,752,749

ASSETS

5,776,308 256,000

Unrestricted

Unrestricted -designated Temporarily restricted Permanently restricted

1,784,827 2,836,221

FROM

servicing of rings for the Classes of 2000, 2001,

837.025

INVESTING

ACTIVITIES

(1,958,338)

Proceeds from the sale of investments

Deferred revenue

Life memberships

FLOWS

Building and equipment additions Building and equipment deletions Cash absorbed by investing activities

(323,976)

Change in cash

513,049 2,004,236

Beginning cash

$2,517,285

Ending cash

10,653,356

To t a l n e t a s s e t s

$18,406,105

To t a l l i a b i l i t i e s a n d n e t a s s e t s

OF

Permanently

restricted

restricted

REVENUE

75 2 8 4 , 298,683 44,153

Contributions Investment income

Unrealized gain on investments Loss on disposal of assets

16,336

$

$ 1,202,950 275,366 39,647

126,550 46,590 164,213

(93)

Academy Book sales

6,864

Merchandising Publication advertising

126,823 60,963 134,885 71,888

Homecoming and reunions Royalties Administrative fees

Net assets released from restrictions

Satisfaction of program restrictions Satisfaction of asset acquisition restrictions Total support and revenue collected

132,044

79

1,477,411

1,517,949

1,378,640 261,102

(1,378,640) (261,102)

1,639,742

(1,639,742) (121,793)

3,117,153

337,353

Our POW documentary lm, “Return With Honor,” was completed by the producers, the To t a l

5847,72 1,628,183 366,109

Management and general

OTHER

POWs, and was made to create awide public

60,963 134,885 71,888

be used as an educational experience for fu¬

132,123 3,332,713

337,353

3,332,713

1,673,858 623,120 404,042

404,042

2,701,020

2.701,020

LOSSES

Provision for uncollectible pledges CHANGE

IN

NET

BEGINNING

ASSETS

NET

ENDING

NET

221,029

221,029

416,133

(342,822)

337,353

410,664

5,663,996 (47,821)

2,094,379 33,270

2,484,317

10,242,692

$6,032,308

$1,784,827

$2,836,221

ASSETS

Transfers ASSETS

the dedication and sacri ce of Vietnam-era

awareness via public television showings in 1999 and beyond. The movie, which will also ture of cers, has been featured at the Mill Val¬

ley and Chicago lm festivals and has also received an invitation to the Sundance Film Fes¬

Aparting comment on the use of Doolittle

623,120

Frmd raising Total expense

being aired to selected audiences across the country. The rst-person narrative recognizes

tival in early 1999.

1,673,858

Support services

American Film Foundation, and is currently

220,196 (93) 6,864 126,823

EXPENSE

Program services (Note 10)

nancial support for other cadet programs/ projects.

The AOG also created the Cadet Emergency Fund during the year. This fund, via grants, provides cash to cadets required to travel due to death or illness in the family. Grants are

loans from appropriate support agencies.

Temporarily Unrestricted AND

Membership dues

agreement has resulted in cost savings of approximately 20 percent for cadets, improved cadet involvement in the design process, and

travel on their own and are unable to obtain

ACTIVITY

YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 1998

SUPPORT

and 2002. The long-term, vis-a-vis single-year

made only if cadets or families cannot fund the

ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY S TAT E M E N T

SERVICES: The association upped its schol¬

arship grants to atotal of $8,000 for nine de¬

(81,333)

(5.348)

Dues

SABRE SOCIETY: Sabre Society membership

reached 277 by year end, including 15 life members ($50,000 one-time gift). Shortly after the end of the scal year, some $300,000 in gift proceeds was passed on to Academy programs as aresult of the generosity of members.

1,715,602

916,822

Life memberships

activities.

pendents of graduates. Over 70 dependents have now bene ted from the Graduate Dependent Scholarship program.

The AOG, as mentioned in aprevious Checkpoints article, is now responsible for class ring procurement. During the year, it entered into the rst extended agreement, athree-year contract with Jostens, Inc. for the production and

59,641

Deferred revenue L I A B I L I T I E S

the workload dramatically; e.g., the class fund

numbered 80. Fund uses ranged from lectures,

YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 1998

C A S H F L O W S F R O M O P E R AT I N G A C T I V I T I E S Cash

accounts within some of these funds increased

graduate/nongraduate memorial accounts

FORCE ACADEMY

CASH

the year with assets totaling over $3.6 million.

Detailed accounting, however, for individual

was composed of 43 individual accounts, and

G R A D U AT E S

ASSETS

14,551

$10,653,356

Hall: As we planned our headquarters/alumni house, we envisioned afacility of which we could be proud and one which would serve the AOG and Academy community well as meeting space for awide variety of functions. It ap¬

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Doolittle Hall hosted 204 functions, ranging over one to ve days, during the year. Of these, 23 were wedding receptions, 30 were military ceremonies, six were reunion weekends, and the remainder were meetings, symposiums, parties and of cial AOG-sponsored events. We can all be proud of the manner in which this precious asset serves all facets of the AOG mission statement.

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THE AOG BOARDROOM Brig. Gen. (Ret) David H. Roe, ‘62, Board Chair Dear fellow graduate: In this report, 1am pleased to announce that at our summer meeting

alumni/graduate organizations, we have no multi-million dollar oper¬

of the board of directors, we elected Lt. Gen. (Ret) Marcus Anderson,

Additionally, membership dues currently provide only 49 percent of the revenue required in the budget. The remainder must be generated from contributions, advertising, earnings and administrative charges, mer¬

’61, to the position of Chair-Elect. We created this new of cer position on the board in the most recent revision to the bylaws of the association to provide for enhanced continuity in board leadership. Having had a distinguished career in the Air Force and having served atour of duty as Commandant of Cadets at the Academy, Mark will be asuperb Board Chair for our association when Ipass the reins to him in the summer of 1999. In the meantime, 1am deiighted to have agraduate with his knowledge, stature and dedication to the Academy and the AOG on the Executive Committee of the Board. 1hope you will join me in thanking Mark for his willingness to serve our association as chair and congratulate him on his election.

ating endowment to generate continuing revenue to fund operations.

chandising and fees. Our analysis of the scal situation showed we either needed to cut out some things we were doing or we needed to nd additional sources of revenue. Accordingly, we reluctandy raised our annual dues and the levels of payment required to become alifetime member. Ihasten to point out, however, that AOG nances are in very

good order; we are simply seeking revenue to enable continuing growth and expansion of services.

It was in this sense of aquest for additional sources of operating revenues that 1wrote the

rst 2,900 life members of the AOG aletter in

August asking them to consider aone-time donation to the AOG Endowment Fund. 1wrote to this subset of members because, in retro¬

spect, those of us in this group are receiving areal bargain in return for what we paid for the privilege of life membership in the association.

The response to that letter to date has been both heartening and upsetting. The heartening part was that many graduates responded rapidly and generously. The upsetting part has been the reiatively low percentage of our early life members who appear at this time to be responding at all, and asmall number have evinced hostility to my request.

David Roe, ‘62 As Ihope you are aware, your board, under the leadership of my predecessor, Jim Him, developed astrategic plan aimed at guiding the future development and activities of the AOG in response to what we gleaned from you, the membership. Andi Biancur, ’60, chaired the committee that drafted the plan for board review and approval, and is now leading that committee as it both updates the plan and provides abet¬

ter sense of priorities to guide the allocation of association resources.

The mission of the association, as you know, includes providing “...leadership and service to the graduate community, (and) support

for the Academy mission...” We’re doing extremely well on the latter, having recendy gifted over $400 thousand to Academy programs. This

was made possible only through the generosity of those who contribute to the AFA Fund and those who are members of the Sabre Society.

Our ability to carry out the rst part of our mission, however, bears further examination. As the AOG staff and board worked through the

FY99 General Operating Fund budget review, we were forced to confront some very real scal constraints that signi candy hamper our capability to maintain and enhance the services we provide to members of the AOG.

To put this matter in perspective, one need understand that the AOG has always been required to operate with current revenue generated to

meet current expenses. Unlike the other major service academy

The Association of Graduates

U.S. Air Force Academy VISION

Air Force Academy graduates bonded by acommon heritage and an enduring commitment to integrity, excellence and service to country.

MISSION

To provide leadership and service to the graduate community, support for the Academy mission, and preservation of institutional heritage and traditions.

1am well aware that all of us receive too many requests for funds from all kinds of worthy organizations (and even some not so worthy). At the same time, 1regard the low percentage level of response and the hostile responses as alack of understanding about what the AOG has done and is doing for the Academy, our current cadets and our members. Therefore, Iwould like to devote the rest of my allocated space in Checkpoints to put some things in perspective, which Ihope the majority of readers will nd useful.

When we

rst launched alifetime membership program for the AOG

in the early 1970s, Iwas amajor on the faculty of the Academy and also served as the president of the AOG. (1 was elected to be vice president, but became president when Dick Mathews, '60, the elected president, died.) We had no full-time staff. Our executive secretary was an active-

duty graduate serving as amember of the Superintendent’s staff. His administrative assistant provided clerical support to the AOG. As aservice to graduates and members, we published aRegister of Graduates each year and newsletters, which evolved into the publication Checkpoints. Board members voluntarOy provided assistance at graduate weddings, funerals and class reunion activities. We dreamed of atime when we could do and be more. Our rst fund-raising project was the Graduate War Memorial, which 1presented to the Cadet Wing on behalf of the AOG. It cost us $24,000. We also spearheaded the establishment of the Commander-in-Chief’s trophy by asking our sister Academy alumni and graduate organizations to join us in designing and paying for an appropriate trophy to recognize service academy supremacy on the gridiron.

Today your association is an established, vibrant organization with an annual operating budget of $1.2 miUion. It offers graduates amultitude of services, inciuding Checkpoints, the Register of Graduates, chapter support, AOG MasterCard, line of credit, scholarships, saber rental, travel service, coordination and planning of reunions, car rental discounts and hotei discounts. We have afuii-time staff of 20, and we are

housed in Doolittle Hall, abuilding that cost some $4.5 million. Graduates have donated $2.8 million, and corporations and friends of the Academy have donated $6.0 million to the construction, nancing and maintenance of our facility. We still owe some $600,000 on the building, but those funds were borrowed from our membership fund and are being repaid at an interest rate slightly higher than investment grade corporate bonds. The staff of the association and hoard of directors have managed the nancial affairs of the association very ably and prudently such that our AOG fund market values as of 30 June 1998 were: (Continued on page 13.)

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By David H. Roe AOG Board Chair

Richard M. Coppock has announced Oct. 1, 1999 as his retirement

date from the AOG presidency. Accordingly, the AOG Board has begun work with Heidrick &Struggles, one of the premier executive search rms, to nd Dick Coppock’s replacement. Mr. Michael Christy, ’63, director and managing partner at Heidrick &Struggles, will lead the search.

ning the Academy’s development goals and in leading fund-raising efforts for the Academy. The president will have the task of helping to articulate the Academy’s need for private funds in aclimate of declining defense budgets.

The board will require asmooth, seamless transition. The president must be able and willing to quickly gain the con dence and cooperation of existing support organizations such as the Air Force Academy

Air Force Academy graduates who are interested in this job are in¬

Athletic Association, the Falcon Foundation, Sabre Society, chapters,

vited to submit aresume and acover letter stating succinctly their primary reasons for wanting to lead the AOG. All correspondence should be addressed as follows; Mr. Michael T. Christy, Managing Partner, Heidrick &Struggles, 18101 Von Karman Ave., Suite 1050, Irvine, Calif.

and parents clubs. It is also imperative that the president immediately establish his/her credibility and an environment of cooperation and trust with the Academy staff and with the AOG staff. Moderate travel

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The Organization: Location: USAF Academy Colorado Staff: 20, plus three part-time employees Budget: $3 million Mission: To provide leadership and service to the graduate community, support for the Academy mission, and preservation of institutional

Careful consideration has been given to the quali cations we are seeking in our next president. The job speci cation is printed in the following paragraphs.

Ti t l e : P r e s i d e n t a n d C h i e f E x e c u t i v e O f c e r

Duties: The mission of the AOG is to provide leadership and service

to the graduate community, support for the Academy mission, and preservation of our institutional heritage and traditions. The president is the chief executive of cer of the AOG and is responsible for the enthusiastic execution of the mission.

Reporting to the AOG Board of Directors, the president will be required to develop and implement astrategy and supporting action plan which will focus on the elements of the AOG mission. The action plan

should focus on the AOG management processes, image, communications programs, and marketing initiatives. The president will articulate and communicate the new strategy throughout the Air Force Academy and graduate communities.

The president will personally develop and implement acreative and highly effective communications program which will help our graduates understand the value, mission, charter and contributions of the

AOG. It is important that the new president be attuned to the graduates and to the Academy, and that he/she establish acompelling appeal for graduates to join and contribute to the AOG and the Air Force Academy. The president will review all programs which serve the graduate community, seek to improve existing services, develop new services where needed, and eliminate marginal ones.

The president will develop an atmosphere which will encourage graduates to feel good about supporting both the AOG and the Academy by reminding them of the Academy’s contributions to their lives, the Air Force, and the nation.

To support the Academy’s mission, the president must ensure continuous support and con dence from senior Air Force Academy staff.

The president will need to work closely with the Superintendent in de¬

will be required.

heritage and tradition.

The Individual:

Minimum Required Experience; 15 years. We are seeking acandidate who is available to stay in this position for aminimum of 10 years.

Education: Must be an Air Force Academy graduate. Advanced degree, especially an MBA, is aplus.

The following experience components are required; ●Must be agraduate of the United States Air Force Academy not on active duty, and amember of tbe Association of Graduates. ●Must have demonstrated enthusiasm for the Academy, the graduate community, and the mission of the AOG. ●Must have signi cant uniformed or federal agency experience. ●Must have at least ve years of general management experience in the commercial or nonpro t sectors. We are seeking candidates with a demonstrated ability to manage abusiness or successfully manage a nonpro t organization.

●Must have experience in developing and managing detailed budgets. ●Must have abasic understanding of modern nancial management, investment and money management concepts.

●Must demonstrate experience in marketing, marketing communications or fund-raising.

The following components are desired: ●Experience in personnel management ●Experience in information systems management ●Experience in strategic and operational planning ●Experience in public relations programs ●Knowledge of state and federal nonpro t laws and IRS rulings 3. Send tax-deductible donations to the AOG Endowment Fund,

(The AOG Boardroom: From page 11.)

General Fund

$537,795

which will build acorpus, the earnings from which can be used to sup¬

Life Membership Funds

$6,903,097

port expanded services.

Building Endowment Fund

$1,775,191

You can be proud that your AOG is in sound nancial condition and

Combined Endowment Funds

$1,461,712 $2,193,918

that we are doing as much as we can to support the Academy and our fellow members. As we look to tbe next century, Iurge all of you who, like me, care strongly about our ability as an association to provide ser¬

Combined \gency/Restricted Funds

Additionally, many of you have been and continue to be very supportive of our annual AFA Fund drives and the Sabre Society, which have raised the following cumulative amounts for the Academy to fund important activities for which appropriated funds were either insuf cient or unavailable: A FA F u n d

$2.0 million

Sabre Society

$1.1 million

vice to our fellow and future members to do what we can to empower

our board and staff to continue to develop and enhance service. These expanded or enhanced services should come only in response to logi¬

cal and legitimate requests from our membership, thereby putting real teeth in the accomplishment of that part of our mission having to do with service to the graduate community.

We are very grateful to those who have given so generously to these fund-raising efforts which essentially bene t solely the Academy and cadets. However, if this dedicated group of supporters and others are

interested in helping your AOG enhance member services as well, please consider taking one or more of the following steps: 1. Recruit fellow graduates who are not members of the AOG to join, 2. Make tax-deductible donations to the Building Fund, allowing us

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AOG Begins Search for Next President/CEO

Jody A. Price, ’89

Bill Maywhort lives in Englewood, Colo, and is apartner with the law

Captain (Major-select) Jody Price was raised in Los Alamos, N.M. and graduated from the Academy in 1989. Following assignments at Brooks AFB, Texas as apersonnel operations research analyst and executive of cer to the director, Armstrong Laboratory, she completed undergraduate space training at Lowry AFB in 1992 as the top graduate. From 1992-95 Jody served in positions of increasing responsibility with the 1st Space Operations Squadron at Falcon AFB, Colo. She then was selected for the prestigious position of intern to the assistant to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. In May 1997, she moved to Onizuka AFB, Calif, where she is presentiy chief.

rm of Holland and Hart, specializing in commercial litigation.

Following graduation in 1968, he served as aprocurement of cer at McConnell AFB, Kan. until 1969. He then pursued and received his J.D.

degree with honors from the University of North Carolina in 1972. Follow-on assignments included duty as an assistant staff judge advocate at Randolph AFB, Texas and as an environmental law specialist in the Judge Advocate General’s of ce at Headquarters, USAE Bill received a master of laws degree from Yale University in 1975 and resigned from

the Air Force in 1978 to begin his career with Holland and Hart.

Continuously active in AOG affairs. Bill served as an appointed board director from 1989-93 and again from 1995-97. Alife member of the Association of Graduates and acharter member of the Sabre Society, he contributed generously of his time and expertise to the Graduate Dependent Scholarship and Bylaws Committees while on the AOG Board. Bill also served in various capacities, including board member and president, with the Colorado (now the Rampart) chapter of the AOG from 1978-88.

Named to ve separate categories of “Who’s Who...," Bill was also recognized as one of the Outstanding Young Men of America. He and his

Systems Engineering Division.

Jody was awarded amaster of science degree in computer information systems from St. Mary’s University in 1992 and an M.A. in organizational management from George Washington University in 1997. A life member of the Association of Graduates (AOG), she has served on

the AOG Board of Directors since 1995. She has served during that period on the Compensation, Bylaws, Strategic Planning, Chair Nominating, Search, and Washington Liaison Committees. Jody also is a

member of the Sabre Society. She currently makes her home in San Jose, CA.

wife, Diane, have two children, Blair and Andrea.

AlanV Rogers, ‘64

John T. Moore, ’78 Agraduate with the Class of 1978, John completed pilot training (distinguished graduate) at Vance AFB and served as an F-15C pilot at Kadena AB, Japan and Langley AFB, Va. Leaving active duty in 1985, he entered upon an extended career with General Electric, rst as asystems engineer and culminating in 1995 as director, Land-Mobile Busi¬

ness Development, Lockheed Martin Astro Space Division. In 1992, he received amaster’s degree in management from Purdue University.

In 1995, John became vice president and director, Citicorp Technology Center, and subsequently vice president and director, Citicorp Development Organization. While with Citicorp, he served as amember of the Board of Directors of Citicorp Overseas, Limited. In 1998, John joined the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), where

as senior vice president. Technology, he is responsible for all information technology functions within NASD’s parent and regulatory company, NASDR.

Alife member of the AOG and apatron member of the Sabre Society, John and his wife, Beverly, reside in Rockville, Md.

David J. Palenchar, ‘70 Dave Palenchar lives in Colorado Springs where he has worked for the last eight years as atmstee and vice president for Programs for the El Pomar Foundation, the largest charitable, philanthropic foundation in the Rocky Mountain West. The El Pomar Foundation has $450 million in assets and

Dave is responsible for overseeing the $20 million in grants which the foundation makes each year. Additionally, Dave is president and CEO of the Colorado Springs World Arena, aunique, privately-funded $57 million civic project signi cantly supported by the El Pomar Foundation. Dave was responsible for overseeing the design, fund-raising, construction, and nancing for this project and now oversees its operation.

After graduating in 1970, Dave attended pilot training at Webb AFB with afollow-on assignment as aT-37 IP Dave then became aC-141IR aChina Analyst with the Defense Intelligence Agency, and apolitical science instructor at USAFA. Dave completed his Air Force career as a military affairs of cer with the U.S. Mission to NATO in Brussels. A senior pilot, Dave retired as alieutenant colonel.

After earning aB.S. in international affairs from USAFA, Dave received an M.A. in national security affairs/Asian studies from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif.

Dave serves on the board of directors for several nonpro t/charitable organizations including the Colorado Springs Symphony, the Air Force Academy Foundation, the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, and the Colorado Institute for Technology Transfer and Implementation.

He is also amember of both the Association of Graduates and the ColoDave and his wife, Vicki, have two children.

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commander of the rst operational B-lBWing, service as SAC/IG, SAC/ DO, SAC/JSTPS Plans; and service in NATO/SHAPE operations and J7on the Joint Staff. His service also includes over 100 missions as an

F-105 pilot at Takhli AB, Thailand. Acommand pilot with experience in six aircraft, A1 retired as amajor general.

Since retiring from the Air Force in 1993, A1 has worked as acorporate management consultant for Burdeshaw Associates, abusiness

management consultant for Gemini Consulting, and is presently vice president of American Management Systems in Fairfax, Va. In his current position he provides management leadership assisting the Standard Procurement System for the DoD, a$240 million program impacting 48,000 users at nearly 1,000 sites.

In addition to his B.S. in Military Studies from USAFA, A1 received an M.B.A. (with honors) from the Harvard Business School in 1972.

A1 is amember of the Sabre Society alife member of the Association of Graduates, and amember of the Capital Chapter.

A1 and his wife, Linda, have three children and reside in Arlington, Va.

James RUlm, ‘61 Jim Ulm lives in Colorado Springs and since retiring from the Air Force in 1991 has worked as aconsultant and program manager/department head for GeoDynamics Corporation. His experience includes developing corporate vision statements and annual business plans.

After graduating from USAFA in 1961, Jim spent 30 years on active serving as apilot, 39th Air Recovery and Rescue Squadron, Tuy Hoa AB, South Vietnam; commander of the 8th Flying Training Squadron, commander of the Recruiting Detachment in Milwaukee, director of

Stan Eval for HQ ATC, and wing commander for the 14th Flying Training Wing. He subsequendy served as ATC/IG, director of the Combat

Operations Staff for the Cheyenne Mountain Complex and director of the Planning Staff for NORAD. Jim is acommand pilot with experience in four aircraft including the HC-130 and the T-38. He retired in 1991 as abrigadier general.

In addition to his B.S. in mathematics from USAFA, Jim earned aM.S.

in international affairs from George Washington University in 1973.

Jim has extensive experience at USAFA and with the AOG, having served as an AOC of CS-33 and as an AOG board member from 1989-

1997. He was chair of the AOG Board of Directors from 1993-1997. Jim

is alife member of the AOG, aSabre Society charter member, and a member of the Colorado Springs Rampart Chapter. He also serves on the board of trustees of the Falcon Foundation.

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Jim and his wife, Jeanne, have three children. Their son, John, is a

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Doolittle HaU Serves Graduates, AOG Staff, Academy But beyond supporting graduates, Doolittle Hall has become an in¬

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and graduation receptions. The facilities are also frequently used for funeral receptions. Academy staff use Doolittle Hall for seminars, conferences and symposiums, even international symposiums. In Sep¬

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By Gary Howe, ‘69 Major Gifts Of cer

The mission of the Association of Graduates (AOG) is to provide leadership and service to the graduate community while supporting the Academy mission and preserving institutional heritage and traditions.

What does this mean to graduates? It means that this private, nonpro t corporation plays aunique role among major universities by serv¬

ing as both the alumni organization and the development of ce for the university. The AOG supports the interests of graduates by furthering the values upon which the Air Force Academy is founded and preserving and promoting the “extra margin of excellence” which makes the Air Force Academy great. The mission is carried out from Doolittle

are also held here. In fact, last year the building hosted 204 events lasting from one to ve days each.

The stunning grounds around the building are home to deer, turkeys and wildlife of all kinds including the occasional bear. But the grounds are also amemorial. Granite pavers surrounding the magni cent statue of Pegasus honor graduates, parents, and friends of the Academy, and the memorial tree grove east of the building is aplace for quiet re ection.

Doolittle Hall proudly serves graduates and supports the Academy. It was built and funded entirely through private donations. There is currently a$600,000 outstanding internal loan on the building which, of course, must be paid. Please help by making adonation to the AOG Building Fund. Donors receive recognition in Checkpoints and in Doolittle Hall itself for their cumulative contributions to its completion.

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Doolittle Hall is helping provide the “extra margin of excellence” at the

Established in 1965 when there were less than 2,600 graduates, the AOG carried out its mission from afew small rooms in Sijan Hall. In

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March 1992, the AOG moved to its new of ces in Doolittle Hall and today represents approximately 31,000 living graduates and some 1,500

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bond we all share as graduates of the Academy.

Take alook at your class ring. Do you remember how it was designed and the signi cance of the elements? Here is arefresher.

The Ciass Crest is unique for each class. Although rings from early classes may not include all of them, tradition now dictates that these six elements

must be included in each class crest: class year in Arabic numbers (i.e. 98 or 1998), eagle, cadet saber, Polaris, class motto (usually in Latin or English),

and class number in Roman numerals (i.e. XL for '98, the 40th graduating class). All other design features are optionai and have included lightning bolts, the chapel, the Eagle and Fledglings, the sun, the Front Range, prop and wings, the American ag, and aircraft. For some classes, the numerical designation of the aircraft have equaled the class number.

The bezel (top) of the ring has the words “United States Air Force Academy" surrounding the stone and is itseif surrounded by achain of 59 links signifying the year of the rst graduating class and our linkage with the past. The class crest is mounted on the right side of the ring with the Academy crest on the left (as viewed from the top of the ring). Miniature gift rings currently are identical to the of cial ring except the bezei reads "U.S. Air Force Academy” and lacks the chain.

Of cial rings are for graduates only, gift rings may be worn by nongraduates. Alternative gift rings will be available in the near future.

Starting with the Class of ‘97, the AOG became responsible for maintenance of the history, heritage and traditions of class rings; policies regarding the design, procurement, ownership and wear of the rings; and procurement, servicing, and return of rings from disenroUed/resigned cadets.

The Academy still appoints the OIC of the Ring Committee, approves the nal design, and pians the Ring Dining Out and Dance. The Class Ring Committee, representing the class, designs the crest. The process begins in September of the third class year when class members are invited to submit design ideas to the committee. The winning design and aclass motto are selected during this process. The Ring Committee works with the ring company design team to get a nal rendering. Design of the crest is compieted by spring of the thirdciass year. Ring brochures are given to cadets

by Christmas of the secondciass year and rings are ordered in January. Cadets receive their rings at the Ring Dining Out and Dance during graduation week of the second class year. The entire process takes almost two years and three of the four classes at the Academy are involved with one phase of the process, in coordination with the AOG, at all times.

Wear of the Ring. First class cadets wear their ring with their class crest closest to their heart, signifying their ioyaity to the class. After graduation, the ring is worn reversed with the Academy crest closest to the heart, showing the shift in loyalty to the Academy graduate community and the Air Force. Although the ring is designed to be worn on the left hand, it can be worn on either hand.

Class of ‘68 Ring Display. The AOG is proud to be the keeper of the ring tradition and gratefully acknowledges the gift from the Class of'68 in this effort. Class rings represent aU that the Academy stands for and form aunique, common bond among graduates from all classes. With

the nancii support of the Class of‘68, theAOG has established aclass ring display on the second oor of Doolittle Hall. Abeautiful glass and wood case will ultimately hold aring (actually worn by agraduate) from each class. All persons donating wiil be recognized but no one will know whose ring is actually on display. Selection will be based on the

condition of each ring donated. Several rings from each class will be held in reserve and remaining rings will be melted down to form an ingot. As the rings for each new class are poured, apiece of the ingot will be included so that every cadet ring inciudes apiece of the rings from each preceding class and represents an unbroken circle of heritage and tradition. It is hoped that, in the future, the display may include avideo or interactive computer presentation on the heritage and traditions of the rings as well as information on the donors. We are now accepting, and are in need of, ring donations. Donations can be

used to memorialize agraduate as part of the donor recognition listing and ali donations are tax deductibie. If you would like to donate your ring, please contact the Development Of ce at the AOG.

Assistance to Graduates. The AOG can assist graduates in repairing or replacing lost rings. If you have lost your class ring or found someone else’s, call the AOG. The AOG is the focal point for returning lost rings to their owners. We have several sources for maintaining up-to-date addresses and phone numbers on graduates (the primary source, of course, depends on the graduate keeping the AOG informed of changes). We can usually have aring back on the owner’s hand within aweek or two.

Note: If you do not already have your name engraved inside your ring, consider having it done. This helps agreat deal in returning iost rings. If aring needs to be replaced or serviced, we can link you to the ring company representative who handles your class. To report aring lost or found, or for other information about rings, please call Jack Mueller, ‘70; or Jim Shaw, ‘67, at the AOG of ces. Wear your ring proudly. It is asymbol of the common bond we all share as graduates of the Academy.

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" ''.fftf Class Motto ~(previous mottos have been in Latin, English or Greek). “Honor et Uhertas": Originally “For Honor We Uve, For Liberty We Die," our motto reminds us of our glorious yet serious commitment to preserve and protect the liberty of our great nation.

The Prop and Wings -worn on the cadet ight cap, signi es the military grawih of cadets and the transition to upper-class status. It also represents a linkage with the past, as it was the insignia of the Army Air

corps, which preceded today’s US Air Force.

Sabre Society Members Gather for Game in Fort Worth The Sabre Society, now 281 strong, continued its regional activities in Fort Worth in conjunction with the TCU game. Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tad Oelstrom,‘65, and his wife, Sandy, attended the Fort Worth event along with Col. Randy Spetman, 76, athletic director, and Col. Mark Hyatt, 74, director of Character Development. iWaUMccr

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and everybody else) where the 1st class will be the “leader” class, 2nd class will be the “trainer class,” the 3rd class will be the “mentors,” and the 4th class will stUl be Doolies.

Randy Spetman spoke on the status of the “NewWAC” and the outlook for the game. He said “we’re anine-point favorite and ranked among the top 25 college teams, this is not good news” and his comments proved prophetic as TCU edged the Falcons 35-34 for our only loss so far this year. Sabre Society members attending the dinner at the Arlington Mariott included: Mark and Ginger Anderson {‘61) Tommy Thompson (‘70) Jerry and Freddie Smith (‘62) Jerry and Ellen Ahmann (‘63)

Cass Casada (‘71) and Sandy

Kent Hancock (‘74)

Alan and Grace McArtor (‘64)

Mike Jensen {‘84)

Ken and Ginny McAlear (‘65) Flip and Jan Keck (‘69)

Cliff and Doris Wurster

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(2000 parents) Regional dinners are an exciting way to stay current on Academy topics, let more people know about the Sabre Society and its contribu¬

Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tad Oelstrom speaks to Sabre Society members at the regional dinner in Arlington, Texas prior to the TCU football game in September.

The Superintendent brought everyone up to date on the ight status of the T-3, cadet recruiting efforts, and his vision for making cadets more a c c o u n t a b l e t o e a c h o t h e r. H e a l s o d i s c u s s e d h i s v i s i o n f o r r e i n s t i t u t ¬

ing afour-class system (from the current two-class system of Doolies

tions to USAFA, and to just have fun at an away football game. As this is being written, the next regional dinner is planned for November 5in New York City in conjunction with the Army game at West Point. We are expecting avery large turnout. If you would be interested in host¬

ing aSabre Society dinner in your region, please contact Jim Shaw, Gary Howe, or Kathy McCann.

The next Sabre Society Recognition Weekend will be at the Academy Feb. 11-13,1999. Members will attend classes, tour the Academy, cheer for the home teams at hockey and basketball games, and enjoy avariety of social events. Plan now to attend.

From left, Ken McAlear, ‘65; Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tad Oelstrom, ‘65, and Allan McArtor, ‘64, at the Sabre Society regional din¬

ner in Arlington, Texas prior to the TCU football game in September.

Falcon fans enjoy the AOG tailgate prior to the TCU game in Ft Worth sponsored by the North Texas AOG Chapter with adonation from the national Association of Graduates.

New Sabre Society Members Listed The Sabre Society was established by the Association of Graduates in 1995 as aselect group of long-term benefactors who have aclear and tangible interest in supporting the Academy nancially and through their personal in uence. The society is dedicated toward forming anational network of in uential community leaders who act as informed advocates of Academy causes.

The society provides avisible and prestigious means of honoring and recognizing the Academy’s leading supporters. Membership is open to graduates, parents or friends of the Academy willing to donate $1,000 a year to support Academy needs. If you are interested, contact Jim Shaw or Kathy McCann at the AOG, e-mail Development@aog-usafa.org.

New members in the society from July 8through October 25,1998 are:

Mr Leo &Dr Rebecca Guerrero

Mr &Mrs Philip WKeck ‘69 RADM John EKirkpatrick Col (Ret) &Mrs Kevin McElvain MGen (Ret) &Mrs Alan Rogers ‘64 Col (Ret) &Mrs Edwin LRosane ‘59 Col John RRivers ‘74 Col (Ret) and Mrs. James A. Shaw, Jr‘67

Mr RPaul Hayes

LtCol (Ret) Jerry Sullivan

Gol (Ret) &Mrs Leigh HHunt, Jr ‘59 LtCol (Ret) &Mrs Roderick RKallman ‘75

LtCol &Mrs Victor Thuotte ‘73

Mr &Mrs Greg Badgett Mr &Mrs Michael FBailey, Esq '89

Dr &Mrs Roger WGatlin Mr &Mrs WiUiam TDeWalt

Jostens Provides Rings for Display Brig. Gen. (Ret) David Roe, AOG Board Chair at right accepts copies

of all Josten’s class rings produced for Air Force Academy classes, from Greg Lea, Jostens corporate vice president The rings will supplement the class ring display in the backround located on the second Doolittle Flail. The display was sponsored by the Class of1968.

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BGen (Ret) and Mrs Robert SDotson, ‘63 Adella &Michael Flynn Gen (Ret) &Mrs Ronald RFogleman ‘63

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Funds received will be used to support the Association of Graduates, cadet activities, graduate programs and Academy needs. The $250 donation can be made in alump sum or over one year {monthly, quarterly, etc. in equal payments).

Pegasus Plaza pavers make excellent gifts for events such as birthdays, graduation, retirement and Christmas. You can also honor or provide amemorial for afriend or relative through this program. Acerti cate of noti cation will be sent, upon request, for such gifts.

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AOG Network Seeks Bone Marrow Match for Grad

By Gary Howe, ‘69 Len Kruczynski, ‘65, has leukemia and needs abone marrow ttans-

plant. Diagnosed with acute leukemia in February, Len now needs a marrow transplant but no donor has been found to be amatch anywhere in his family, including Polish relatives. This is not uncommon. In fact, 70 percent of patients cannot nd afamily member who is amatch. The

National Marrow Donor Registry keeps track of everyone who has volunteered to considerbeingadonorifneeded. Unfortunately for Len, amatch has not been found among people already registered.

Len is not unique. Many people get leukemia and other blood diseases and need bone marrow transplants and transfusions. In fact,

belong to the AOG? Why should you keep the AOG updated on address and telephone number changes? So that the AOG network can work.

Grads helping grads is alarge part of the AOG mission and its only possible if information is accurate.

Len Kruczynski, ‘65, needed help and the AOG, working through the Rampart Chapter, tried to get it for him. He wasn’t the rst and he won’t be the last graduate who will require the help and support of other graduates. Join the AOG and the local chapter! Get your friends and classmates to join! Keep addresses up to date. If you have not already done so, be screened as amarrow donor. Do it for Len. Do it for your friends.

you may recall Cadet Brian Bauman (now agraduate) who was born in Korea and adopted by an American family. Brian had to retrace his

ancestry to nd adonor which, happily, was successful. Len has not been so fortunate.

Aretiree, Len reached out to the Department of Defense (which has its own marrow donor program), the Academy and the Association of

Graduates. Amatch was not found in the DOD registry so the Academy mounted abone marrow screening day on Sept. 29. All Academy personnel, military or civilian, were asked to come be screened. The Association of Graduates has e-mail addresses on many, but not all, graduates so the AOG contacted the Rampart Chapter to see if they could

help. The chapter had recently established an effective e-mail system and had e-mail addresses for agreat many but not all, graduates in the area. Some classes in the Colorado Springs area, but not all, have class

representatives who can contact their classmates locally and throughout the state. Both the Rampart Chapter and individual class reps sent out e-mail announcements about the bone marrow screening.

Of course, we don’t know how many people came to the Academy for screening but we do know that, as this is being written, adonor still has not

been found. So Len Kmczynski still needs our help. To volunteer for bone marrow screening (which is asimple, fast, and painless blood test), contact

your nearest military or civilian hospital immediately. You don’t need to mention Len. If you are amatch, his doctor will nd out. If you are not a match, you will remain on le as apotential match for someone else.

Len is grateful for everyone’s attempt to help him and wants everyone to know that networks are important. Several groups to which Len belongs also mounted marrow screening drives. Why should you

Corporate Membership Plaque Awarded Brig. Gen. (Ret) David Roe, AOG Board Chair, at right, presents an AOG Corporate Member plaque to Dan and Suzanne Durbeck of the Northwestern Preparatory School during the weekend of the Air ForceNavy foothali game in October. Lt. Col. (Ret) DickCoppock, president and CEO of the AOG, is at left. Suzanne is the executive director and

Dan the director of the southern California prep school which has produced numerous Falcon Foundation Scholars.

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front of Doolittie Hall during the Air Force-Navy football weekend in October. From left are Lt. Col. (Ret) Dick Coppock, AOG president and

CEO; Greg Lea, corporate vice president of Jostens; GlennAlbert, Jostens national sales manager for prestige accounts; and Brig. Gen. (Ret) David Roe, AOG Board Chair.

Membership Dues Increase Announced Tbe Board of Directors of the Association of Graduates voted to

increase membership dues as follows effective 1July 1998: Annual Membership: from $40 to $45 per year.

Joint Annual Membership: from $45 to $50 per year.

Lifetime Membership: an increase of $50 in base price.

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D E A N S D E L I B E R AT I O N S Brig. Gen. David A. Wagie, 72, Dean of the Faculty As we move into the second half of the fall semester, it’s agood time to give the graduate community an update on cadet performance, a status report on anumber of current initiatives, and alook at the ma¬

jor themes for this academic year. Let me start by saying that the faculty is continuing to do asuperb job in providing an outstanding core education, and majors programs that compare with the best across the country. In sum, our academic program continues to prepare the cadets well as the Air Force moves into the 2P' Century.

the status of some ongoing activities, and some new themes we are working on.

Accreditation. We are required, as anationally-accredited undergraduate program, to undergo an accreditation visit every 10 years. Our next visit will occur May 3-5, 1999, when an accreditation team from North Central Association (NCA) will visit the Academy to review our

entire educational program. While this sounds like it is limited to a faculty issue, nothing could be farther from the truth. This accredita¬

tion visit is actually areview of the entire Academy program, from courses, labs, and faculty to basewide student support -dorms, infrastructure, student life, etc. Because of this total review, we have been

working for over ayear on acomprehensive self-study required by NCA. This study, covering all aspects of the Academy and how we assess and improve our programs, will be sent to the accreditation team in Febru¬

ary for their review before their visit in May. Col. Ron Reed, the Permanent Professor and Head of the Biology Department, has been spearheading this effort, and coordinating through committees across the Academy to nalize this self-study. This is avery important effort, and we feel we are on track to earn another maximum 10-year accreditation renewal.

Brig. Gen. Wagie, 72 Before Iget into academic details, however, let me thank you -the graduate community and the AOG -for the continued strong and muchappreciated support of our programs. Last academic year, your contributions provided over $129,000 to anumber of our important DF cadet programs. You supported our cadet international education, providing funds for cadet exchanges, speakers, and conferences. You provided support to our engineering programs, allowing cadets to construct numerous research and community service projects, and travel to student conferences. Additional funds went to Student Services,

providing much-needed learning-enhancement programs for the cadets. Finally, your support was essential to our continued operation of the Academy Assembly, amajor national student conference hosted by our Political Science Department; and our Military History Symposium, aprestigious international conference hosted by our Department of History. As you can see, your support has been critical to the success of anumber of important cadet educational programs, and has allowed us to enhance cadet education and maintain ahigh level of relevance, excellence and national prominence. We truly appreciate your continued involvement and support.

The cadets continue to perform beyond our expectations. As the Class of ‘98 departed, we had 20 who won national scholarships or fellowships, and another 40 who were selected by the Air Force to attend graduate, medical, or nursing school. Then, during the summer, we

had 159 cadets from the Class of ‘99 go to various Air Force, government, and other locations to perform summer research -most at the research agency’s expense. At the end of the summer, Ireceived ahuge number of letters of appreciation, telling us that the cadets had performed superbly and completed projects that could not have been accomplished with the current limited manpower at the research locations. Finally, we continue to have many carets involved in Air Forceconnected research as part of their majors’ programs, contributing to improvements in weapons systems, operations, administration, and other areas.

Now, I’d like to cover anumber of things happening this year, both

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Construction. After the Consolidated Education and Training Facility was completed in 1996 (Phase 1of acomprehensive plan to renovate all our educational facilities), we started Phase 11 -amajor $20 million renovation project for the second oor of Fairchild Hall. I’m pleased to report that the rst portion of the second oor -the northeast section -is now virtually completed. This portion of the building has been renovated for the Physics Department, and they are completing their move into their new area. These new facilities include en¬

tirely redesigned labs, classrooms with the latest technology, and private of ces for all faculty. Our Phase II renovation process will now continue as we move to other parts of the second

oor to do similar

construction as well as laboratories on the fourth and

fth

oors. At

the same time, we are beginning the design for Phase III -acomplete redesign and renovation of the sixth oor, scheduled to begin in 2001.

New Qassroom Furniture. Remember the multicolored desks? WeU,

after 40 years, they needed replacement -and we were looking for an improved style. So, afew years ago, some of our facilities folks -with cadet input -designed anew type of desk/table that will provide abetter working surface for the cadets, and be easier to maintain. We are

about halfway through replacing these desks in our 250-plus classrooms in Fairchild Hall, and so far, they seem to be working out very well.

Civilian Faculty. As our part of the military draw down over the last six years, we set up aplan to convert approximately 25 percent of our military faculty to civilian faculty. We have now completed that transition, and our 25 percent civilian faculty is working out very well. As we went through the hiring phase, we often had 10-20 well-quali ed individuals competing for each opening (and at one point 500 applicants for asingle position!), so we have been able to attract very high quality faculty. In addition, we hire on 12-month contracts, so the civilian faculty can participate in all activities during the summer -faculty interaction, course preparation, and even military training programs with the cadets! Finally, this transition has allowed us to increase the percentage of PhDs on our faculty from approximately 35 percent in 1992 to 55 percent today -an important accreditation consideration. So, we

are pleased that this program has gone so well, and we are impressed with the continuing enthusiasm, involvement, and expertise of the civilian faculty.

Information Technology. The Academy recently completed amajor study that resulted in a120-page document entitled “USAFA Strategic Plan for Information Technology." Much of this plan involves astrategy for our continued updating of our educational technology. As a part of that, we are continuing to upgrade computers and software for our faculty, labs and classrooms, and look for innovative ways to use the network and Internet for cadet education. As atest, we are having 85 faculty volunteers use laptop computers this year instead of desk-

tops, in order to evaluate the usefulness, bene ts, and drawbacks of each.

Research Centers. Although we are an undergraduate institution, we accomplish research for three reasons: to enhance cadet education, to

develop faculty expertise, and to help the Air Force and other agencies solve real-world problems. When the Air Force closed the Seiler Research Lab at USAFA in 1995 due to dovmsizing, we instituted anumber of research centers to help us continue our level of research. We now have six research centers and two research institutes, including our newest Institute for Information Technology Applications (IITA).

This institute, chaired by Gen. (retired) James McCarthy, our Olin Professor, will focus on interdisciplinary research on the use of information technology in today’s defense environment, from information warfare to software engineering and integrated logistics support. As a snapshot into our overall level of research, last year we worked on 426 research projects, involving 296 faculty and 278 cadets. This research produced 378 publications and 482 presentations, and certainly enhanced cadet education and Air Force support.

Character Development. We continue to stress character development throughout our courses. Our program "Ethics Across the Curriculum” provides acentral character focus, using acore course each year as an anchor course -where asigni cant portion of the material has anatural character slant -then weaving additional material in the other core and majors courses. In addition, as the Dean, 1chair the

Academy’s Character Development Commission, meeting monthly with cadets and senior staff from across the Academy to help develop ways in which each mission element can emphasize character devel¬

opment -in that element’s own speci c context -when working with cadets.

Academic Initiatives. This year, we have anumber of areas that we are reviewing. First, we are looking at ways to reduce the number of cadets taking or needing summer academics. Last summer we had over 900 cadets enrolled in summer academics -over half gave up leave to do so -and we would like to reduce that number, both to free up cadets for other programs and summer leave, but also to free up faculty for other work. Second, we are reviewing the academic load, to enable

cadets to complete the program in four years without requiring over six courses in asemester or asummer academic course. Many cadets want to take more than six courses so they can complete aminor or prepare for graduate school -and we certainly want to encourage that for those cadets who can succeed at that level. However, last year over

half the three-degrees and two-degrees were taking seven or more courses each semester -and for some, this did not allow the level of

academic excellence we are seeking. We will therefore review the academic load required of our programs.

with longer PCS-type sabbaticals that will allow our faculty (military and civilian) to help out our manpower-limited Air Force and to bring back relevant and timely experiences to the classroom to enhance our cadet education. Isee this initiative as a“win-win-win” for the cadets,

our faculty, and the Air Force.

Ongoing Challenges. We will continue to have challenges in the areas of personnel, budget, and facilities renovation. On the person¬

nel side, there are many specialties that are undermanned in today’s climate -rated, systems acquisition, security forces, intel, and others; we will continue to work closely with AFPC to keep aspread of special¬

ties and expertise on the faculty to enhance cadet education. On the budget side, we have received good support from the Air Staff for our

equipment and computer needs, but the cost of modern lab equipment and information technology improvements will continue to be a challenge, as we debate how much modernization we can afford and still maintain our top-tier educational program. Finally, we will continue to move forward with our facilities renovation, working hard to plan for our needs well into the next century.

Summary. We are proud of our academic program, and our continuing strategy of updating and improving our curiiculum, faculty preparation, and facilities. Thanks to the AOG and you -the graduate com¬

munity -for continuing to be part of the best of cer preparation program in the world!

Standing Nominating Committee

to Identify AOG Board Candidates The recently-revised bylaws of the Association of Graduates (AOG) contain new provisions for the manner in which candidates for elected director positions are identi ed, e.aluated and nominated.

Of primary interest in the new procedures is the establishment of astanding, vis-a-vis an ad hoc, nominating committee of the board.

This committee will have the responsibility for identifying, researching, interviewing, evaluating and recommending to the board candidates for future board membership.

In essence, the nominating committee will maintain acontinuing list of potential nominees from which it may select candidates to meet the board’s requirements for service over aparticular term of of ce. Individual candidates will be constantly evaluated regarding their quali cations, ability and desire to serve.

This and future issues of Checkpoints will carry the names of members of the nominating committee and information on how each can be reached. Interested AOG members may contact one of the c o m m i t t e e m e m b e r s t o i n d i c a t e t h e i r d e s i r e t o s e r v e a s a d i r e c t o r.

An indication of interest, however, will not necessarily result in

Faculty Initiative. As the Air Force continues to change rapidly -from the use of Air Expeditionary Forces to worldwide peacekeeping operations in numerous foreign countries -we need to continue to connect our faculty to current Air Force and DOD operations. Therefore, we are reviewing ways to get our faculty out to see locations and work issues

relevant to today’s Air Force. Iforesee acombination of short TDYs

placement on the list of quali ed candidates. The needs of the association will take precedence at all times.

Directors Nominating Committee (Contact one of the following to show interest in becoming a candidate for the AOG Board Directors.)

MajGen (Ret) Larry D. Fortner, Chair 19 Woodbridge Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4401 Home: (719) 579-8620

Of ce: (719) 574-0050 Col (Ret) Andrew W. Biancur 4 1 7 4 E C u m o r a h D r.

Salt Lake City, UT 84124 Home: (801) 278-4866

LtCol (Ret) Richard M. Coppock 3116 Academy Dr. USAF Academy, CO 80840-4475 Home: (719) 590-9452 Work (719) 472-0300 Gen (Ret) Ronald WYates 525 Silhouette Way

Grad Astronaut Presents Collage Astronaut Charlie Precourt, ‘77, presents amission collage to C2C Sam Rice, 2000 class president, at left, and C2C Van Weezendonk.

right, commemorating the ight of alloy for their class rings on Shuttle

Monument, CO 80132

Horae: (719) 481- 9169 Of ce: (719) 481-9174

Discovery June 2-12,1998.

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Executive Of ces

Information Services

President/CEO: LTC (Ret) Richard Coppock

Administrator: Col (Ret) Chuck Denham Specialist: Vikki Rhoden

Executive Assistant: Pat Buland

Special Case Golf Reservations: Steve Knight

Publications

Secretary: Maureen Hornyak Receptionist: Jennifer Bowman Accountant: Joyce Love

ACADEMY PHONE NUMBERS

Editor: Thomas Kroboth Admissions

Checkpoints and Register of Graduates: Advertising: Wayne Taylor

Career Opportunities Company Contact: Wayne Taylor

Chapter News: Tom Kroboth C l a s s N e w s : To m K r o b o t h NOTAM

Class Rings: Jim Shaw, Jack Mueller

Editors: Jennifer Bowman, Maureen Hornyak Service Academy Business Resource Directory

Notices: Pat Buland O b i t u a r i e s : To m K r o b o t h

Athletic Ticket Of ce

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Sales: Wayne Taylor, Jean Bickford

Updates: Wayne Taylor, Lani Wing

Development

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Base Locator -Academy Military

Resume Service: Wayne Taylor SACC: Wayne Taylor Death Noti cation

Admission Applications

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Cadet Awards

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Vice President: Col (Ret) Jock CH Schwank

A F A F u n d : Ta u n i O r n d o r f f

Mortuary Affairs/Burial

Address Updates: Steve Knight, Don McCarthy Associate/Cadet Memberships: Don McCarthy Bio Updates: Steve Knight, Don McCarthy Chapters/Societies: Wayne Taylor

Prep School Duty Of cer Transcripts USAFA Operator Assistance

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U S A FA P a r e n t s ’ C l u b s C o n t a c t

(719) 333-3832

Visitor Center

(800) 955-4438

Ye a r b o o k s / C a d e t M e d i a

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Building Fund: Jack Mueller, Kathy McCann Class Gifts: Jack Mueller

Corporate Giving: Jim Shaw Major Giving: Jim Shaw, Gary Howe Matching Gifts: Jack Mueller Paver Project: Tauni Orndorff

Planned Giving: Jim Shaw, Gary Howe Sabre Society: Jim Shaw, Kathy McCann Doolittle Hall Special Functions Reservations (parties, etc): Jean Bickford

Class Reunions: Jock Schwank

Grad. Dependent Scholarships: Jock Schwank Graduate Membership: Steve Knight Graduate Records: Steve Knight

(719) 333-3970 (719) 333-1110

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as of October 15, 1998

Rental Car Cards: Steve Knight, Don McCarthy

Service Academies Business Resource Directory The information re ected in the directory is obtained 'om members of the service academies alumni associations who wish to

have their civilian positions listed in the publication. Indexed by geographical area, industry, company name, graduate last name and class year, the directory contains entries of approximately 14,000 graduates in business across the coimtry and world wide.

Bom rom the belief that the Alumni Associations and Associations of Graduates exist not only to serve their academies but their membership, this directory creates abusiness leadership network. The information also provides those in need of certain s e r -

vices an ef cient way to nd afellow graduate.

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By Col. Jock C.H. Schwank (USAF, Ret), ‘60

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Inappropriate Use of Register Addresses

Register Deadline Aired Amajor AOG service is one of providing up-to-date information on graduates through the annual Register of Graduates. The most recent book was mailed to members of record in November, 1998. The bio¬

graphical information form printed near the center of each magazine should be used on an ongoing basis to update graduate data. Since the individual graduate is the critical source of Register information, it is vital that you keep the AOG informed of address changes, promotions, new jobs, etc. Information updates to be included in the expanded 1999 Register must be received by 1July 1999.

V i s i t o r s C e n t e r O ff e r s A O G D i s c o u n t

The AOG has noticed asigni cant increase in the use of graduate addresses listed in the Register for business and political purposes not sanctioned by your AOG. This is directly in violation of AOG policy as

well as an inl ngement of copyright laws as spelled out on the rst page of the 1998 Register.

The AOG requests that members notify the vice president, Services, immediately of any non-AOG-sanctioned solicitation they receive

where their mailing address was apparently obtained from the Register. The AOG will contact the mailer to ascertain how they obtained

your address. The names of those who inappropriately used the Registerwill be published in future editions of Checkpoints.

The AOG is pleased to announce amembership bene t. Through the cooperation of the Academy Athletic Association (AFAAA), all AOG

Class Ring Information

members are eligible to receive adiscount at the Academy Visitors

Graduates who need to replace or have their Academy class rings re¬

Center Gift Shop (which is operated by AFAAA). You only need to show the cashier your AOG membership card to receive your 10 percent discount. This discount was previously extended only to active duty and

paired should go directly through the manufacturer. The manufacturer has the expertise and equipment to repair or replace your ring. Contact them directly for cost estimates, which vary signi cantly. Below are the

retired military customers. The AOG extends our sincere thanks to AFAAA for their support of the graduate community by offering this

manufacturers and how to contact them:

excellent bene t to all our members.

c/o Seal Seykora 4890 S. Kitterege St.

1999 AOG MAJOR EVENTS SCHEDULE (As of 19 November 1998)

Classes of 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973,

Jostens

1974, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984,

Aurora, CO 80015 (303) 699-9199

1986, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1997, 1998

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Balfour Company

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c/o Jess Crane 3502 S. Marion St.

Classes of 1959, 1961, 1964,

FEBRUARY

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Founders Day Dinner at Doolittle Hall SACC -Washington DC

(303) 789-0623 (Evenings: (303) 757-0557) Herff Jones Clases of 1985,1987,1988,1993,

Board Committee Meetings AOG Board Meeting Doolittle Hall Open House

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Englewood, CO 80110

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1965, 1966, 1967, 1969, 1975,

226 Pubiis Street, 1995 Providence,R1 02905(401)331-1240

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Class of ’59 Reunion (Marriott)

(As of 17 November 1998)

J U LY 1 08-10

In-processing -Class of 2003, Parents Lunch

‘59 (40th) 15-20 June 1999

New Board Member Training and AOG Board Meeting

Lt Col Jim Brown

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Wyoming at USAFA, AOG Tailgate

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'89 Reunion (Embassy Suites) Homecoming Jabara Banquet Jabara Parade, AOG Tailgate, Utah at USAFA

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BYU

Monument CO 80132

NOVEMBER

Ph: (719) 481-8804 (H)

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3-7

'74 Reunion (Marriott)

(719) 668-7608 (W)

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Army at USAFA, AOGTaiigate Chapter Presidents Meeting (Tentative) AOG Board Meeting (Tentative) UNLV at USAFA -Possibie AOG Tailgate

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SACC -Dallas USAFA at

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Hotel: Antlers Doubletree 1-800222-8733 or 1-719-473-5600

'89 (10th) 13-17 October 1999

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Academy Spirit Staff Christmas Day is often lled with sounds of joy, laughter and family.

But Christmas Day 1997 almost turned tragic for an Academy member. Cadet 2">* Class Phillip Sowada risked his life to help a13-year-old

girl and her uncle during awater rescue attempt off aCalifornia beach.

For putting his life in danger, Sowada was awarded the Airman’s Medal, the highest award presented in peacetime. Col. Paul Sowada, ’76, Phillip’s father, and Master Sgt. Timothy Brown, were also awarded the

“I don’t think my actions constitute such ahigh honor, but Iwill always wear the medal with pride. 1am very proud that we were chosen to receive it. It will always serve as areminder, not of my actions, but that everyone is along. Whether my actions contributed to this isn’t important nobody drowned, that’s what matters.” fThe Academy Spirits

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Airman’s Medal for their roles in the rescue.

The events began to unfold when afather and daughter, playing in the waters of Wall Beach near Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., were hit by a strong wave and the undertow began pulling them out. The father’s brother-

in-law, astaff sergeant stationed at Vandenberg, was on the shore and ran to help. According to alocal newspaper, the staff sergeant reached the girl, but they just kept going father out. The sergeant was reported to say, “I thought that was the last day of my life. Ithought it was over.”

Visiting his family during the holiday break, Phillip happened to be swimming nearby as these events were occurring. Unaware of the impending danger, he had been swimming for about 45 minutes in the initially calm waters. “The water was cold, but not unbearable,” he said. Without warning, it turned rough. Military weather of cials later estimated 11-foot waves, 20 seconds apart.

'T heard cries for help,” Phillip said. “I wasn’t sure if they were legitimate or not, but my family and the swimmers’ family were motioning me from the shore to see if they were okay. Iswam to them and aman was trying to keep his niece a oat. Irelieved the man and began swimming back to shore holding the girl in one arm and sidestroking with the other. Idid this for about 10-15 minutes and realized Iwas getting tired, and we were being sucked out even farther by the strong undertow.

“I could no longer help the girl, but Itried to stay as close as possible.

Itold her to try and let the wave carry her back. Iknow this was dif cult because the waves would pull us under for afew seconds when they rolled over us." Meanwhile, Phillip’s father was able to request help using atwo-way radio. Brown, asecurity forces specialist, soon arrived.

Together, the elder Sowada and Brovra entered the water and retrieved

the staff sergeant. As the elder Sowada helped the NCO back to shore, Brown went in to help the teenager. He reached the girl and was able

to bring her to shore. Once on shore, the Sowadas and Brown helped the swimmers to an ambulance. The swimmers were taken to ahospital and treated for hypothermia and salt-water ingestion.

Looking back at the situation, Phillip says he did not recognize the immediate danger surrounding the event. Although he completed water survival training at the Academy, he said that speci c dangers associated with the ocean weren’t really discussed. Despite his heroic

Shuttle Mission STS-101 Lt. Col. James D. Halsell, Jr. will command the third space shuttle mission for the International Space Station in August 1999. Joining Halsell on the ight deck of the space shuttle Atlantis as pilot for mission STS-101 will be Lt. Col. Scott J. Horowitz. Rounding out the crew

are Mission Specialists Mary Ellen Weber, Ph.D.; Edward Tsang Lu, Ph.D.; and Army Lt. Col. Jeffrey N. Williams.

As the third International Space Station assembly

ight, the mission

will carry internal logistics and resupply cargo for station operations.

The equipment will further the out tting of the Russian service module.

“STS-101 will bring important components and equipment to the growing station assembly,” said James D. Wetherbee, director of Flight Crew Operations and deputy director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Houston. “This talented crew brings agreat deal of experience and skill to make this key mission asuccess.”

STS-101 will be Halsell’s

fth mission, and his third as commander.

Selected as an astronaut in 1990, he ew as pilot on STS-65 in 1994 and STS-74 in 1995, and as commander on STS-83 and STS-94 in 1997.

Horowitz served as pilot in his two previous missions: STS-75 in 1996 and STS-82 in 1997.

Weber, amission specialist aboard Discovery on STS-70, will be on her second space ight. Lu also will be on his second space trip; his rst was STS-84 which docked to the Mir Space Station. Mission Specialist Williams will be making his rst space ight. (Air Force News Service courtesy of NASA News Service)

Life Membership Options Explained The AOG offers alife membership plan for graduates and associate members. This plan features rates based on the member’s age and the following payment plan: Age at

Lump

TWo

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●2-year

Last

Sum

Semiannual

monthly

monthly

Birthday

Payment

Payments

Payment

Payment

Under 30 30 or older

$650.00 $625.00

$335.00 $330.00

$56.00

$29.00 $28.00

35 or older

$615.00

$325.00

$54.00 $53.00

40 or older

$595.00 $570.00

$315.00 $305.00

$535.00 $480.00

actions, Phillip remains humble about the situation.

45 or older 50 or older 55 or older 60 or older 65 or older 70 or older 75 or older 80 or older 85 or older

Jostens Makes “Clean Sweep”

Glenn Aibert, at left, Jostens national sales manager for prestige accounts; and Greg Lea, corpora te vice presiden tofJostens, present the ring committee for the Class of2000 with T-shirts commemorating Jostens

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*The monthly payment plan is allowed only if the AOG is authorized to charge on amonthly basis to your AOG credit card or through the coupon payment plan where the AOG is not required to accomplish monthly billing.

Information on graduate joint life membership (graduate married to graduate) and credit card and coupon payment options can be obtained from the AOG by e-mail at membership@aog-usafa.org or by writing Col. (Ret) Jock Schwank; Vice President, Services; As¬

sociation of Graduates; 3116 Academy Drive, U.S. Air Force Acad¬

“ rst clean sweep of the new millenium." Jostens will provide Class of

emy CO 80840-4475. Membership forms are available from the AOG

2000 rings to all four service Academies. The presentation was made during the Air Force-Navy game in October.

or on-line at www.aog-usafa.org.

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GradByand Cadet Son Earn Airman’s Medal for Heroism Senior Airman Roel Utley

Association of Graduates.

Rick Barr, UPS vice president of Flight Operations and a1972 Air Force Academy graduate, was presented aCorporate Member plaque by Lt. Col. (Ret) Dick Coppock, AOG president and CEO. “1 sincerely believe that our involvement and support of organizations such as the Association of Graduates and the Air Force Academy are critical to our continued success,” stated Barr. “We need to support and recognize the ne efforts taking place in the communities where we live and work.”

United Parcel Service of America was founded in 1907 in Seattle, Wash,

and international ight segments serving 391 domestic and 219 international airports.

Since its inception, UPS Airline has become adriving force behind the company’s growth as awhole. In aperiod where ground shipments remain consistent. Next Day Air and Second Day Air shipments are on ● the rise. Even more importantly, those shipments are taking on aglobal perspective.

The current UPS Airline Fleet includes 61 B-727s, 16 B747s 70 B757s

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ve on order, 22 B767s with eight on order, and 49 DC-8s, for a

total of 218 aircraft.

and now delivers over 12 million packages and documents daily to more

Strengthening the overall outlook at UPS was aSeptember announcement of 30 con rmed orders for new Airbus A300-600s, with options for

than 200 countries and territories. The UPS Airline was formed in Feb¬

30 more aircraft. Deliveries will begin in mid-2000, to be completed over

ruary of 1988 and today consists of 218 jet aircraft and more than 2,100 UPS pilots. The dally operation consists of more than 1,500 domestic

the next 10 years. Other events making headlines at the airlines pilots bases include the worldwide partnership between UPS and the 1998 and 2000 Olympic Games, and the new hub located at Hong Kong International Airport, anew mega-hub to be constructed at Louistille International (SDF) in Kentucky, more routes, more gateway cities, and additional runway construction to handle the volume.

The company has established a rm commitment to military recruitment and today employs more than 50 Air Force Academy graduates in line pilot and ight management positions. Also present at the Corporate Member plaque presentation ceremony were A1 Rapp, Flight Operations Human Resources manager; Brian McCabe, Flight Operations Labor Relations manager; and John Fenton, Flight Operations Management pilot.

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Yoos, ’68, Named Professor Emeritus Col. Charles J. Yoos 11, ,’68, management department professor, earned the esteemed designation of Professor Emeritus earlier this year. Yoos served at the Academy from 1972 to 1976 as an instructor/ assistant professor and then from 1979 until retiring this summer as associate professor and senior military professor.

Besides his work at the Academy, Yoos made signi cant contributions to the Air Force and the Department of Defense in his primary

eld of contracting. Yoos’ contributions have been extraordinary and far-reaching during his 23-year association with the Academy. His executive stewardship of the Department of Management and direct input into the development of the Air Force’s Core Values, the Academy Institutional Outcomes, and the Faculty Educational Outcomes, have put the Academy on the national forefront of character development and educational excellence.

His involvement with the Academy Strategic Plan and the Character

Development Program was recognized at the highest levels of Air Force leadership.

"Yoos has been and will continue to be agreat asset for the Academy, and his being honored with the distinction of Professor Emeritus affords us all an excellent vehicle to recognize this great educator

and professional of cer,” said Col. Rita Campbell, department head.

(Information submitted by the Dean of the Faculty’s Management Division to the Academy Spirit

23rd Flying Tigers Association Reunion April29-May2,1999 Holiday Inn Bordeaux, Fayetteville, N.C. Contact Maj. Kevin Adams kevin.adams@pope.af.mil or 390 East Indiana Ave. Southern Pines, N.C. 28387

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Robert G. Wright Jr Class of 1985

James D. Harden James C. Horton

Thomas W. Bergeson

Tracy A. Phillips

Troy E. Devine

Eric A. Pohland

Randy R. Roberts

Timothy W. Strawther Class of 1984 Christof PCordes Robert S. Green Scott W. Jansson

Mark D. Kelly Merrick E. Krause

Paul H. McGillicuddy Carol A. Pugh Steven G. Seroka

Brian A. Simpson

Cary C. Chun Daniel RJordan

Bruce H. Magoon Neal B. McElhannon Andrew M. Mueller John J. Torres E l i s e M . Va n d e r v e n n e t Class of 1986 James S. Browne

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UPS Flight Operations Becomes AOG Corporate Member United Parcel Service (UPS) Flight Operations tvas recognized on Friday, Oct. 2, 1998 as aCorporate member of the U.S. Air Force Academy

RogerH. Peterson, ‘59

Gary Francis Crew, '60

Major (USAF, Ret) Roger Holt “Pete” Peterson’s heart gave out and he

job was to design, build and maintain the computer-controlled machines in cloth mills that receive, cut, fold and package the cloth using air jets. Since this was new technology, nobody knew exactly what to

left us Friday morning, Sept. 25, 1998. Fate and the good Lord put special people in our lives. For me, ve minutes after 1walked into my BOQ room at Bartow Air Base, Fla. in the fall of 1959 and met one

of my three roommates -a2"'' Lt. Pete Peterson, Air Force Academy Class of ’59 -1 knew that he and 1would always he friends. He was the quietest person that 1have ever known and the best communicator.

We always seemed to he in sync on everything that was important.

At Bartow, Pete and 1had the same civilian ight instructor and we ew two students in the T-37, astudent pilot and a“safety observer”.

We also had the same instructor at Laredo AFB, Texas. So Pete and 1

ew alot together both at Bartow and Laredo. From the outset, it was clear that Pete was agifted pilot, and as he had done at the Academy, he graduated near the top of the class. He picked KC-135s. Early on at Bartow, Pete began to seriously date Alice Falkiewicz, abeautiful young lady from New Jersey who was working at Cypress Gardens. One day at Laredo AFB, Pete and 1were playing golf and he asked me to be his best man. They had set the wedding date to coincide with graduation. Alice’s whole family “eloped” to Texas including her sister Anne.

Less than ayear later Anne and 1were married, so Pete and 1became brothers.

Pete and Alice went on to Travis and Roswell for KC-135 training.

From there, Pete’s Air Force career took off. Within ayear, Pete was the 8th Air Force commanders’ copilot. When he upgraded to AC, Pete ew “Looking Glass" missions for the 34th ARS. Next up was aline refueling squadron deploying to Southeast Asia. Pete didn’t talk about it much, but he took his tanker far beyond the usual refueling tracks over Laos and in the Gulf to reach aThud or Phantom that needed gas really bad!

In 1969, he became the aircraft commander for Admiral McCain, the CincPac commander, based at Hickam AFB, Hawaii. Pete’s favorite

ying story is mine too. Enroute to Hickam, Admiral McCain was noti ed in the air that the rst letter from his son, Lt. John McCain, who was aPOW in North Vietnam, had arrived and he could see it if they landed at Alameda Naval Air Station. Landing at Alameda was no problem, but taking afuliy loaded KC-135 off the very short Alameda runway was no picnic (and it had not been done before). As Pete told me,

there was room under the Oakland Bay Bridge if he needed it, but the view sure was “great” as they cleared the bridge by several feet.

During these years as the Air Force contingent moved around, we would gather together with the whole family at Long Beach Island, N.J. It was pure joy to be around Pete with all of the children. All of them loved "Uncle Peep” (as my daughter Eleanor named him) because as the children said..." he is really smart and he likes to build things, y kites (one of the greatest), make tents and forts on the beach and stuff”.

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teach Pete to do the job, so he taught himself. It was extraordinary.

Together, Pete and Alice worked hard to forge asupport structure and close family. Daughter Laura married Reymon Betgervergiz in ‘92 and moved to Atlanta. Their union blessed the family with son Jonathan, now ve. In 1994, son Stephen married Beth and settled in Vermont.

Watching Pete be Jonathan’s grandfather was enlightening. As soon as Jonathan was old enough, Pete was building kites and sharing his love of ying in the one way asmall child could remember. We like to think

the photo of them looMng into the sky and watching the kite they built y is Pete’s legacy to Jonathan and aseed planted for anew pilot.

Christmas ‘96, when the family came to our home in Montgomery, Alice’s gift to Pete was a ight in the Maxwell AFB Aero Club T-34 (deja vu Bartow, Fla., 1959). So, we all watched as Pete and the IP took the T34 up. When they got back, the IP took me aside and asked me...“ how

long has it been since he ew an airplane like this one?” Itold the IP that it has been over 35 years and the IP said, “well, he’s stiU got it”. I agreed. Major Roger "Pete” Peterson’s feet were rmly planted on the ground all of these years, but his heart never left the cockpit. He always had the right stuff

Fate, circumstances and the good Lord brought an extraordinary man into our lives. The center of his life was his family -Alice, Laura and Stephen -now including Reymon, Beth and especially, grandson Jonathan. For the rest of us, we too loved this special man and we miss

him. (Col. [USAF, Ret] Gene Armistead, Auburn University) Gary Francis Crew, '60

On July 28,1998, we lost afriend and fellow classmate from the Class of ’60. Gary Francis Crew died of complications from open-heart surgery after days of valiant struggle. Ceremony and interment were at the Air Force Academy on Aug. 1, 1998.

It is an honor to share some thoughts in remembering afriend, roommate and fellow graduate. Although our paths did not often cross during our Air Force careers, the friendship and bonding formed as roommates in our senior year were lasting and rewarding experiences.

Gary entered the Academy in 1956 upon graduation from West High School is Waterloo, Iowa. He was amember of the Cadet Choir, forum,

ski club, and he was aFalconer. He attended pilot training at Bainbridge, Ga. and Chandler Ariz. His distinguished career included assignments at Biggs AFB, the 310'*' Air Commandos in Vietnam, Hq. TAC at Langley AFB, advisor to the Chinese Air Force Academy and Hq. MAG in Taiwan, chief Special Missions Of ce/Presidential Flight Support at Robins AFB, and chief of Readiness at Randolph AFB. Immediately upon retirement in 1981, Gary joined Martin Marietta.

Several years into his assignment with the admiral, Pete suffered a severe depression that unfortunately ended his ying career. After a reoccurrence of depression, he was medically retired. Like everything else, Pete went quietly about winning this battle and after several difcult years, he got achallenging job as an equipment engineer. His

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Following his initial involvement with the MX Peacekeeper project, he became aPlans and Programs proposal lead, then aSpecial Projects team leader, working ultimately on the Titan 4Program when he retired in 1993. He then started his own business. Ultimate Golf Ltd., to

create custom golf clubs. As with every endeavor, he tackled this new

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Lynwood “Lyn"H. Luebke, ‘65

challenge witJi passion and dedication, becoming one of only four Class A-certi ed club makers in Colorado. Not only was he an excellent golfer in his own right, but his ability to transfer his knowledge to both stu¬

As aman Tom was without equal, as afather he was beyond compare, and as ahusband he was every bit the noble storybook hero few ever dared to believe possible. With his passing we all lose some of the purity and beauty we hold so dear. We’ve lost one of the remarkable ones. His strength, compassion and integrity serve as ashining ex¬

dents and equipment was indeed remarkable.

Several aspects of Gary’s personality come to mind. One trait in particular that always came across, both while at the Academy and during our visits over the years, was his unconditional friendship and easy tem¬

perament. The endurance of that long-distance friendship during the past 38 years is atestament to his commitment and loyalty to friends.

During the times that we were together over the years, Barbara and the

ample for us to follow. He was the love of our lives.

Our life together began and ended at the Academy. Tom’s service was held at the Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel and interment with full military honors followed at the Air Force Academy Cemetery on June 25, 1998.

children were always aprime topic. It was obvious that Gary was alov¬

Tom’s survivors include his wife, Sandra, children Kristina and

ing and dedicated husband and father. To say that he was proud of his

Michael, and nephew Mark Johnson. He is also survived by his mother, Helen, and brothers Ray and Jim of Georgia, and Jeff and Dave of Pennsylvania. (Sandra Rhoades)

sons Jeff and Brian, and their wives, would be an understatement. Bar¬

bara and family were his life.

Gary was awarm, talented friend who will be terribly missed by everyone he touched, both in his personal and professional life. His humor, love of life, and above all, his unwavering honor and loyalty merely underscored his commitment to excellence.

Gary is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Littleton Colo., and two sons: Jeff (wife, Denise, and grandchildren Madison and Mallory) of Littleton Colo., and Brian (wife, Debra) who lives in Chicago, 111. (Gerry GammUl, ’60) Thomas Stewart Rhoades, ‘62

My husband, Thomas Stewart Rhoades, 58, passed away suddenly on Father’s Day, June 21, 1998. Our family had actually celebrated Father’s Day on June 20 and had awonderful nal day together which we’U always remember.

Tom was born on Feb. 12,1940 in Johnstown, Pa. He was the oldest of ve sons of Helen Jones Rhoades and the late Robert S. Rhoades. His

mother presendy resides in New Florence, Pa. Tom was a1958 graduate of Laurel Valley High School in Johnstown, Pa. He arrived at the Air Force Academy with much determination and motivation to succeed. We met on ablind date at Arnold Hall when

Tom was asophomore and we married in June 1964. We celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary one week before his death. Tom was a member of the 3rd Squadron (RTBs) at the academy. He graduated in 1962 with aB.S. (double major). He received his M.S. and E.A.A. degrees from M.l.T. in Boston. Tom served as an of cer in the Air Force for seven years.

Tom’s accomplishments include working as agraduate instructor at M.l.T. and teaching at U.C.C.S. and Colorado Technical College in the eld of engineering. He worked as aresident engineer and representative, an inertial scientist and an assistant chief scientist at the Charles

Stark Draper Laboratory at M.l.T. He was aresearch general physics scientist of Air Force Systems Command in Cambridge, Mass.

He was atechnical investigator at Research, Analysis and Development in Colorado Springs. He was also managing director of Research and Development Of ces at Scott Science and Technology in Colorado Springs.

In addition to the above accomplishments, Tom served as president of the following companies: Rhoades and Associates, VITEX, Western

Lynwood “Lyn"H. Luebke, ‘65 Lynwood H. (Lyn) Luebke, Class of’65 (CS-21), graduated with aB.S. in aerospace engineering and aregular commission as asecond lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. He was acommand pilot with over 3,200 hours of ight time, 650 of which were combat hours in Southeast Asia. His ying experience was primarily in reconnaissance (RF-4C Phantom II) and forward air control (0-2). Lyn’s air operations experience included aircrew training and standardization/evaluation duties. Duty tours in¬

cluded assignments in Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, and stateside at Hurlburt, Dyess, Shaw, Reese, Eglin andWright-Patterson Air Force Bases.

Classmates may recall Lyn’s skiing exploits; how he loved to down¬

hill. Lyn was amember of the Academy ski team his four years at the Academy. In recent years Lyn added in-line skates and an avid addiction for bicycles and bicycling to his repertoire.

Lyn put up agallant battle against cancer; we thought he'd won it.

After surgery and six months of chemo and radiation therapy, Lyn

quickly regained his strength, so much so that he successfully bicycled over 500 miles from Dayton to St. Louis. His friends established amemorial grove at the entrance to the Mad River Trail Bikeway near Dayton in honor of Lyn. It is aplace for the weary to rest; and for those fortunate enough to have known Lyn, aquiet place to remember.

Lyn also held aMaster of Science degree in aerospace engineering, from the Air Force Institute of Technology. For 10 years of his military career, Lyn was in acquisition management in the Aeronautical Sys¬

tems Division at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. He managed the test and evaluation of the AGM-65D Imaging Infrared Maverick Missile during advanced and full-scale engineering development. He also managed the integration of the Maverick Missile with tactical ground support aircraft in the Air Force and Navy. Lyn planned and managed the beddown and site activation of the AGM-65 DIR Maverick into the Tactical Air Force inventory.

Lyn retired from the Air Force in 1985. His decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross and numerous Air Medals. Since 1985 he worked at the Veda Company (Veridian Corporation) in Dayton, Ohio where he was the program development manager. Lyn helped grow the Veda Dayton of ce’s business and employee base many times over.

Consortium, Inc., Hydro-Transfer, Inc., and AMP Properties, Inc. Tom most recently worked as a nancial consultant.

Lyn was amember of Risen Christ Lutheran Church in Spring eld, Ohio

Tom had avariety of other interests including stamp collecting, coin collecting, chess, basketball, computers and the stock market. He also gready enjoyed spending time with his family. Our children Kristina

chairman of the congregation.

Lyn is survived by his wife of 31 years, Ida M. (Hodgetts); his son Bret A. Luebke of Tampa, Fla.; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Jeannete

and Michael would like to share these thoughts about their dad:

Noch of Mt. Pleasant, Mich., and Ada and Jack Thompson of Rogers

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City, Mich.; nieces; nephews; great nieces; great nephews; aunts; uncles; cousins; and ahost of close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, and one brother.

Interment vnth military honors was in the Enon, Ohio Cemetery. His family, friends and colleagues truly miss his presence, humor, kindness, friendship, and wise counsel. [Col. John Michael Voipe, USAFRe¬

with many scholastic and honorary awards. Of all these awards, Ithink he was the proudest of his Eagle Scout Badge and the God and Country, Order of the Arrow.

Steve entered the Air Force Academy in June of 1965 following his high school graduation. He graduated from the Academy on June 4, 1969 and was stationed at Columbus, Miss, where he earned his pilot

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wings. He then was assigned aC-130. He and his crew ew missions all over Europe and also carried supplies to the troops in Vietnam. Steve

Carl Lavan Womack, ‘66

Col. (USAFR) Carl Womack died on Aug. 5, 1998 in Arkansas near his hometovm of Russellville. After two years at Arkansas Tech, Carl came to the Academy in June of ’62 to pursue his dream of ying. He immediately showed us his ability by being aDean’s List regular as well as serving on group staff. After graduation in ’66, he headed for Purdue University and earned amaster’s degree in astronautics (while also spending abit of time on the golf course developing alove for the game that would last throughout his life).

His planned March ’67 entry to pilot training was delayed six months while he recovered from aserious automobile accident. It was during this time that Carl married Karen Lawrence, who was the love of his

life for over 31 years. Carl completed UPT at Vance in ’68, and after completing F-105 training at McConnell, headed for Southeast Asia.

Carl spent the next three years atTakhli, Kadena and Korat ying Thuds and Weasels. During this time he earned aDistinguished Flying Cross among his many decorations. In ’72 he returned to the states and be¬

came a ghter weapons instructor at Nellis.

Leaving active duty in ’73, he moved to Utah to become aReservist and Air Reserve technician ying F-105s and later F-16s at Hill. He held many operations jobs including operations of cer and assistant deputy commander for Operations. It was people like Carl who had the vision and who were in uential in bringing the capability and standards of the Air Force Reserve to the point where Reserve units and active units are indistinguishable. Carl always did it right and expected

the same of those around him. He demonstrated his versatility when, upon his promotion to colonel, he was assigned as deputy commander for Maintenance and performed superbly until his retirement from the Air Force Reserve in 1992. In ’85 he left his Air Reserve technician position to work for the FAA as an aviation safety inspector and later a principal operations inspector, ajob he held until his death.

Carl loved to attend class reunions to renew old friendships and catch up on their lives and to talk about his family. Carl had two wonderful daughters, Michelle (we all knew her as Shelly) and Shannon, and two grandchildren, Davis and Jordan. He’d get that gleam in his eye whenever he talked about them. He loved them very much.

Carl was interred in the Academy Cemetery on Aug. 13, with Karen, Shelly, Shannon, Davis and Jordan and many other family members, friends, and classmates at the ceremony. Our lives were enriched through his friendship. We will all miss him. (Reese Nielsen, ’66) Stephen L. Dyer, ’69

Stephen L. Dyer, Class of 1969, died on Oct. 7, 1996, at his home in Floresville, Texas from an undetermined cause. Steve, as he was re¬

ferred to, is survived by two daughters, Kate and Robin Dyer; his mother, Majorie Vancil; asister, Susan Burns; agrandmother, Vernice Hickman; astepfather, stepsister and astepbrother.

Steve was born on June 15, 1947 in Fulton, Ky. to the late Royce L. Dyer and Marjorie Dyer Vancil. At the age of two years, Steve moved

with his famiiy to Hickman, Ky. He graduated from high school in 1965

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received his honorable discharge from the Air Force with the rank of captain on Feb. 28, 1977.

Upon his discharge from the Air Force, Steve enrolled at The University of Texas in Austin where he received his BS degree in pharmacy.

While working as apharmacist, he attended college in Denton, Texas and received his degree in computer science. Steve's “love to learn’’ and “want” for young people to realize what door can be opened through education lead Steve to Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas. There he established and equipped their computer department.

Steve’s major outside interests were the theater and music. He was

always joining atheater group in the town or city he was living in at the time. The follovnng is aparagraph from aletter that Ireceived after Steve’s death, from one ofhis closest friends, Gary Truitt. Ithink it pretty well sums up his outlook on life as afriend and aprofessional.

“Steve is one of the best friends 1have ever had. 1say this because he is still abest friend, and will always be so. We met in aplay, ‘A Thousand Clowns’, in 1980 or 1981. Iplayed the part ofhis big brother. Steve’s

character was always on the move, hyperactive, doing, doing, doing, not unlike Steve’s life. Steve worked so hard all the time in his profession and being involved in other activities. He was interested in helping other people and did alot to make others laugh through their tears.

He was compassionate and caring, and made time to listen when people needed to talk. He was gifted intellectually but never put on airs or appeared to be better than anyone else. Steve was aone-of-a-kind good guy that Iadmire and love for all his qualities.” (Marjorie Dyer Vancil) Lewis S. Henderson III, 72 Lewis S. Henderson III died of astroke on Oct. 2,1998 in Aurora, CO.

Lew suffered aprior stroke on March 19,1995, which paralyzed his left side. This necessitated his medical retirement in November 1995. He

was born in Pensacola, Fla. on Nov. 12, 1950 to Lewis and Betty

Henderson.HegrewupinParsons,Kan.,graduatingfromParsonsHi^ School in 1968. His dream from the age of eight was to pursue amilitary career. He graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1972. He was an exchange student at the L’Cole de’Air in 1971. He obtained amaster’s degree from the University of Texas, Austin, in 1984.

Lew served as asquadron commander and wing director of operations at Lindsey Air Base, Rhein Main Air Base, and Sembach Air Base

in Germany from 1987 to 1991. He was with the National Security Agency in Buckley Air National Guard Base from 1993 to 1995. He was employed by TRW at the time of his death.

Lewis and Cheryl Henderson were married in Sacramento, Calif, in 1977.

Survivors include adaughter, Brianna Henderson; two sons, Bradley and Benjamin Henderson, all of Aurora; mother, Betty Henderson, of Ft. Collins, Colo.; father, Lewis Henderson, of Parsons, Kan.; and asister, Janelle Henderson, of Ft. Collins, Colo.

Lew was awonderful father and role model, very devoted to his God, his family and his country. Through much therapy and determination.

Gregg William Lewis, ’92 war missions over northern and southern Iraq in Operations PROVIDE COMFORT and SOUTHERN WATCH, respectively.

cap he worked every day and enjoyed taking his children on many outings. They especially enjoyed attending football games at the Air Force Academy. Lew was so proud of being agraduate of the Academy; he wanted to share this with his children.

He enjoyed his computer, was an avid reader, especially military his¬

tory, and was very active in his church. He was packing his bag to attend achurch retreat when he suffered asecond massive stroke which

was fatal. Lew fought so valiantly to overcome his handicap, never complaining and never losing his sense of humor and absolute faith in God. He was an inspiration to everyone close to him; he did not know the meaning of giving up. His life on this earth was short but he lived every moment to the fullest.

Burial took place at the Air Force Academy Cemetery on October 9, 1998. Rest in peace my beloved son. {Betty Henderson) Byron E. Beal, 73

“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” Lt. Col. (Ret) Byron E. Beal died August 7at age 47 in Fairfax, Va. after aheroic ght against leukemia. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Margena, and two children, Jessica (18) and Joshua (16), all of Clifton, Va.; and by his sister, Dr. Deanna Fox, of Lenexa, Kan. In May he was in excellent health; less than three months later he succumbed. That’s the horri c news; the good news is that every day of his life, Byron made this world abetter place to live. He knew what was truly important, laughed often and loudly, and excelled at the toughest challenges. Byron loved his family immensely. To them he

was “the guy who was in on aroller coaster,” as well as the Dad and teacher who frequently told Jessica and Josh to “be leaders for good.”

And he set agreat example for them: Byron Beal’s entire life was one of

Due to his leadership and dedication, he was handpicked to command the combined USAFE-TAC F-4G unit at Dhahran AB, Saudi

Arabia, during the post-war operations. In my opinion, Byron’s contributions had overwhelming importance. The effective employment of the HARM was absolutely crucial to the success of the Gulf War’s defense suppression campaign, which enabled air superiority, which was the prerequisite for the ground campaign that concluded the war.

Careerists in the Air Force have ridden to fame and general of cer sta¬

tus on far less signi cant contributions. In his typical modest way, Byron said that he was just doing his job.

Byron’s brilliant service to our country paled in comparison to the courage he displayed in his nal months. One morning in May, he woke up too sick to go to work. Ten days later he was admitted to the hospital for tests and his condition quickly worsened. The doctors placed him on numerous antibiotics as his illness became life threatening and they were unable to make adiagnosis. Then, miraculously, Byron’s health improved and after afew days he was able to go home. Anxious to return his life to normalcy, he hosted aparty for 60 friends in celebration of Jessica’s graduation. Margena and Byron celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on the same day Jessica graduated from high school. Ashort while later though, the illness returned and Byron found himself back in the hospital. During athird hospitalization, tests revealed leukemia. As he underwent chemotherapy treatments, Byron

prayed and fought bravely to live. His suffering was mercifully ended just 10 days after leukemia was diagnosed.

Margena, Jessica and Joshua celebrate his life and continue his example as “leaders for good” in world-class fashion. Byron, we’ll always remember you with admiration and love. (Jim Allgood, ‘73)

sel ess service to God, family and country.

Byron was born in Hays, Kan., attended high school in PlainvUle with Margena, graduated from the USAF Academy with aBS degree, and later earned an MS in aerospace engineering from the University of Texas. He lived “duty, honor, country” throughout 22 years of admirable service in the United States Air Force, and subsequently continued his commitment to the Air Force under the employment of Space Applications Corporation with signi cant contributions to air power

in the areas of air superiority, GPS applications, and the employment

Gregg William Lewis, '92 Gregg William Lewis was born on March 3, 1970, in Winston-Salem, N.C. to Bill and Sandy Lewis. He died Sept. 3,1998, with 11 others in a helicopter accident just outside of NeUis Air Force Base, Nev. Knovm as “Butch” to his Academy friends, Gregg is remembered as aloving husband, son, brother, uncle, friend, and the kind of person who brought others together. In the days following his death, friends and family gathered at his home to teU stories and share memories.

of precision weapons. Along the way he praised God with his com¬

Some reciled the many squadron celebrations Gregg and his wife.

manding bass voice in many church choirs, as aPromise Keeper, and in his spiritual leadership as adeacon, small group leader, adult teacher, The career highlights of this 6’4” gentle giant’s life are innumerable, but several epitomize Byron’s essence. Amodest mid-Westerner who was exceedingly smart, Byron arguably was more involved in the successful elding and employment of the AGM-88 HARM (High-speed Anti-Radiation Missile) than anyone else. From 1984 to 1988 while assigned at George AFB, Calif, to the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center and to the Tactical Air Warfare Center, Byron spearheaded the testing, modeling, and integration of the HARM onto the F-4G de¬

Laurel, held at their house. Others told of the card games and board games played at his kitchen table. My wife and Ilaughed at the way Gregg would neatly eat an ear of corn one row at atime. One of his Academy classmates speculated that he was probably the only cadet who could get away with cranking up the soundtrack to “The Little Mermaid” on his cadet stereo while soaking up rays in the quad.

Following his Academy graduation from the 26“' squadron in 1992, Gregg attended pilot training at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. While stationed at Columbus, Gregg met his wife. Laurel Lee, at alocal pool hall. They were married in Columbus in May of 1994. Immediately following the ceremony, Gregg was pantsed by his best friends, and

fense suppression aircraft. After aone-year remote to Korea, in 1990,

b r o t h e r s M a r k a n d G e o ff , a n d h i s f r i e n d L a n c e .

he was assigned to Spangdahlem AB, Germany, where he masterfully

As asearch and rescue pilot, Gregg ew Hueys and Blackhawks. After helicopter training, Gregg and Laurel and their dog Harlem spent time at Hill and Nellis Air Force Bases. In their spare time they fullled some dreams by running half-marathons, traveling to Europe and Hawaii, and attending the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City and the NBA Finals in Utah. While deployed to faraway places

and member of the Men’s Ministry Council.

instructed and trained aircrews in HARM employment. When the Gulf

War began, Byron was out front leading combat missions in his HARMloaded F-4G; he

ew 18 combat missions and was awarded the Distin¬

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he regained the use of his leg but not his left hand. In spite of this handi¬

wonderful future wife, the former Miss Katie Newton of Aurora, Colo., during our secondclass year.

Following graduation, Brice remained at the Academy working as

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t h e a d m i n i s t r a t i v e a s s i s t a n t t o t h e a t h l e t i c d i r e c t o r ’ s e x e c u t i v e o f c e r.

His free time during the seven months of casual status gave Brice time to enjoy the Colorado Springs area he had been grudgingly too busy to enjoy during his cadet days, and to build and strengthen those friendships he so cherished. Most of all, casual status gave Brice time to solidify his relationship with the love of his life, Katie.

Melvin Brice Simpson, ‘95

like Turkey and Kuwait, Gregg would help the local merchants and rug dealers. An excellent houseguest, Gregg would always eat seconds and thirds no matter what the cuisine.

In remembering Gregg, his mother is thankful that he knew love -

that in his life, he both gave and received love. His priorities were God and family. Memorial contributions can be made in his name to Annunciation Catholic Church in Columhus, Miss. In his honor, think of

him fondly and celebrate every day. The motto of the 66“' Rescue Squadron states, “These things we do that others may live.” In his short time with us, Gregg also taught us that the way we live our lives can enrich the lives of those around us as well. We were blessed to have known

him. (Ray Wright, Class of1987, brother-in-law and friend) Melvin Brice Simpson, ‘95

Melvin Brice Simpson was laid to rest Sept. 23, 1998, at the United States Air Force Academy Cemetery following services at the Protestant Cadet Chapel. Family, friends, commanders, and peers traveled from around the world to pay their last respects; witnessing atearful service. This was followed by aproud graveside ceremony conducted by the Cadet Wing Honor Guard, and included aspirited missing-man formation performed by the 62d FTS, Brice’s FTU squadron from Luke AFB.

Brice was born April 16, 1973 to his parents, Charlie and Nancy Simpson. He has an older brother, Grant, of Louisville, Ky. Brice grew up excelling in all endeavors, spending much of his free time playing soccer, the sport he loved. After asuccessful career at Fern Creek High School, he left his homeland of Kentucky for the Air Force Academy in June of 1991. He began his cadet career with the Blackbirds of Cadet Squadron 28.

Anthony Cillo, Early Academy Staff Member, Dies at 70 Lt. Col. Anthony R. Cillo, USAF (Ret), died on Nov. 10,1998 in Santa Fe, N.M. of aheart attack. Lieutenant Tony Cillo, aRutgers ROTC graduate, became one of the initial Academy cadre members when he was assigned to the Physical Education staff at the Academy Lowry AFB site in January 1955. Members of the early classes remember in particular Cillo’s instruction in judo and unarmed combat techniques and his intense determination to insure that all learned the correct techniques.

Captain Tony Cillo returned to the Academy in the mid-60s where he remained until his retirement from active duty in 1974. During this time he was responsible for the elevation of Academy lacrosse from aclub sport to avery respected intercollegiate team. He was also the project of cer for the

eld house and served as assistant

director of Athletics during his tenure.

After leaving active duty, Cillo designed the multimillion-dollar health and tness facility for USAA at its San Antonio headquarters.

He subsequently accepted aposition at the University of Denver where he ultimately served as their athletic director from 1981 until his retirement in 1987.

Tony Cillo was buried at the Academy Cemetery on Nov. 16. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Gerry; their two sons, Michael and Patrick, and three grandchildren.

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Following his fourthclass year, Brice moved to the Grim Reapers of Cadet Squadron 31 where he met his best friend and roommate, Mark Sotallaro. Over their remaining years of Academy life, Brice and Mark lived up the good times and endured the hard times together like the brothers they became. It was also Mark who introduced Brice to his

Brice’s pursuit of his dream of ying led him to Sheppard AFB where he earned his wings and atrip to Luke AFB for F-16 FTU. However,

before reporting to Luke AFB something very big was in store. Brice married Katie on Aug. 9, 1997, consummating one of the most brilliant love affairs anyone who knew them had ever seen. Together, “Mellie" (as she liked to call him) and Katie then traveled to Luke AFB

where Brice excelled as an FTU distinguished graduate. Brice and

Katie then decided on Misawa, Japan as the next stop on their journey. After afew months of visiting family and friends, they departed for Japan and the 14th Fighter Squadron. His letters from Japan were lled with humorous stories of adjusting to life and anew culture. It was obvious how proud he was to be amember of the Samurai War¬

riors and how happy he was with his new life with Katie.

On July 24, 1998, an attempted abort resulted in Brice ejecting from his F-16 on the runway at Misawa AB, Japan. His parachute carried

him back into the burning wreckage where he was severely burned, but saved by the heroic efforts of SSgt Miguel Perez and ve members of the Japanese Defense Forces. After surviving amiraculous transpaci c medivac

ight, he spent the next two months in the Institute

of Surgical Research Burn Unit at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), surrounded by his wife, family, and friends. Each day, Brice fought for life, we prayed, the BAMC staff worked harder, and Mark sent out e-mails of the day’s events. The battle came to an end Sept.

16, 1996, with avaliant attempt by adedicated BAMC staff that had become as emotionally attached to Brice as the hundreds of people who waited up each night to hear the news of the ght.

To those who knew him, Brice was aquiet man with apowerful presence. He was aman of integrity, principle, and conviction. He

achieved his dreams living astorybook life mth his storybook love.

He was befriended and admired by everyone who met him, and if you really got to know him, he showed you what loyalty really meant. He is survived by his beloved wife, Katie, his loving parents, and his brother Grant.

Brice will be missed by more people than such ahumble man could have imagined. To those who showed their love and support during his time of trial, Ithank you on behalf of Katie and his family. To my friend, Ilook up with asmile. See you upstairs bud. (P’ Lt. Jason Bailey, ’95)

At press time we had learned of the deaths of the following graduates:

Lt. Col. (Ret) Earl D. Aman, Class of 1961, who died on Oct, 15,1998

of Lou Gehrig’s disease in San Antonio, Texas.

Lewis M, Fant, Class of 1964, who died on Sept. 23,1998 of cancer in Rockford, I .

Donald J. Shinafelt, Class of 1965, who died on Sept 13, 1998 of unknown causes in Vienna, Va.

Dr. Timothy G. Herbert, Class of 1970, who died on Aug. 3,1998 of cancer in Marsh eld, Wis.

Lt. Col. (Ret) James R. Shirley, Class of 1970, who died on Nov. 10, 1998 of abrain embolism in Houston, Texas.

I2"“ Lt. Robert J. Strittmatter, Class of 1997, who died on Aug. 9,

1998 of injuries sustained in amotorcycle accident in San Marcos,

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2"“ Lt Michael B. Harwell, Class of 1998, who died on Sept 4,1998, in amilitary helicopter crash near Nellis AFB, Nev. Our sincere condolences to the families and friends of these graduates.

Head Athletic Trainer, Jim Conboy, Remembered

By Staff Sgt. Roel Utley

TheAcademy Spirit Staff For 43 years, James Ignatius Conboy went to work at the Academy’s Field House. For 43 years, cadet athletes have bene ted from Conhoy’s knowledge and care. For 43 years, Conboy has been apillar at the Academy. After 43 years of devout service to the Academy, Conboy was ¬

nally laid to rest at the Academy cemetery following amemorial service in the Cadet Chapel on Oct. 26. Nearly 2,000 people attended.

Conboy died on Oct. 21 at Penrose St. Francis Hospital in Colorado

Springs at the age of 74. He never missed afootball game until he was found unconscious outside his home hours before the Oct. 10 Navy game. Conboy was an honorary member of the Association of Graduates. “I don’t know of any other single person at the Academy who’s touched as many lives as he did,” said Lt. Gen. Tad Oelstrom, Academy superintendent. “There isn’t an athlete that has come through that doesn’t know him.

Conboy was remembered during retired Brig. Gen. Ruben Cubero’s re ection of his encounter with the Conboy family, whom he knew for 41 years. Cubero, former Dean of the Faculty, noted that had it not been for Conboy’s “elaborate taping technique,” his football career would have been over before it even started.

Cubero went on to say that after being assigned to the Academy as an instructor, he moved into the Conboy neighborhood. “One day, my son came to me saying one of the Conboy kids had beat him up,” Cubero said. It turned out to be nine-year-old Megan. The general also remembered seeing Conboy every Saturday at the evening mass.

“Sorry father, but Ijust wanted to get it out of the way,” Cubero said.

Jim was there because he knew that teams that played Friday or Saturday would need him Sunday morning in the training room. And he wanted to be there for them, according to Cubero.

CSC Patrick Ashdown

Dies in Climbing Accident

Jim Conboy Cubero also shared some of Jim Conboy’s last moments. After being in acoma for awhile, Conboy temporarily regained asort of consciousness. He understood his family’s love and concern for him. Then he fell back into acoma. Before he died, Conboy’s children heard him talking to his wife, Jean, who died at age 46 of cancer. “He wasn’t talk¬

ing about her. He was talking to her. It seemed his wife had come for him. To show him the way through the light,” Cubero said. “It was a wonderful, beautiful ending to awonderful, beautiful love story.

Conboy’s kindness was evident in all he did. “I only knew ‘Doc’ for two years, but in those two years Ihad my fair share of injuries and such that Igot to know him pretty well, said basketball player Cadet 2"'* Class Billy Humphrey. "It seemed like he just lived and breathed in that training room. The guys on the team called him ‘Doc’ or ‘Daddy.”

It was like he really was afather to everyone on the team.

Conboy’s achievements are not only recognized at the Academy. He was inducted into the National Athletic Trainer’s Hall of Fame in 1980

and received the 1990 Pioneer Award of the Rocky Mountain Trainers’ Association. The Colorado Athletic Trainers Association annually pre¬

sents ascholarship in his name to an outstanding student athletic trainer. “If ameasure of aman is determined by his willingness to give, Jim is agiant”, Cubero said.

OBITUARY POLICY OUTLINED ●

We have had anumber of inquiries on our policy concerning obituaries for deceased graduates and cadets. Some graduates have noted that while we have listed agraduate’s death in the “At Press Time” section of “Gone But Not Forgotten,” the graduate’s obituary never appeared in the magazine.

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C3C Patrick Ashdown

Cadet Third Class Patrick Ashdown was born on May 26, 1978 in Ottawa, 111., the son of Tony and Linda Ashdown. He died in aclimbing accident at the Air Force Academy on April 24, 1998.

Patrick graduated from Parkside High School in Salisbury, Md., in 1996, and in June of that year he ful lled along-standing dream and entered the United States Air Force Academy. After completing his Basic Training, he became amember of the Cadet Squadron 40 Warhawks.

His great sense of humor and independent spirit helped many asquadron mate cope with the rigors of Academy life.

Patrick was atotally sel ess person -always ready to help someone else, always acaring con dant to his friends. He was amember of the Karate Club, and enjoyed the rigorous challenges of that sport. He loved the freedom of soaring and felt very much at home close to nature, hiking and camping. He was also an accomplished poet.

Patrick stated that his greatest inspiration was his family; he loved them deeply, and was grateful for the love and support they unfailingly gave him. He planned to share that caring spirit with fellow cadets as a ight specialist during the coming year.

Patrick was aproud cadet, atalented and caring young man, and most of all -an unabashedly loving son, brother, and friend. We will miss his loving spirit, his erce independence, his great humor...his vibrant presence among us.

Our policy is to write to the next-of-kin areasonable amount of time (usually two weeks or so) after the death, and request from that individual (wife, parent, etc.) an obituary written by aclassmate, friend or family member. We also ask for copies of obituaries

which might have appeared in local newspapers. If we do not have acurrent photograph, we ask the next-of-kin to lend one to us (the photo is returned when the magazine is published).

If we do not receive aresponse to our rst letter from the next-of-kin in amonth, we write afollow-up letter asking for the

obituary again and informing the individual that this will be our last request for the article. If we do not receive aresponse to our second letter, an obituary is not published.

When obituaries are published, we give the next-of-kin aone-year complimentary associate membership in the association beginning

with the magazine in which the obituary appears. When the one-year membership expires, we invite the next-of-kin to join as a regular associate member if she/he desires.

Another question often asked when adeceased graduate is alife member of the association is whether the life membership trans¬

fers to the graduate’s spouse. Life membership dues have been computed on the life expectancy of the graduate and are therefore not transferable to the graduate’s spouse, unless of course the life membership was joint, in which case it does transfer to the spouse.

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Academy Burial Policies/Procedures Outlined The Association of Graduates receives queries from time to time concerning burial policy at the Academy as it affects graduates, cadets and others. The point of contact for of cial advice on this subject is the Mortuary Affairs Of ce at the Academy (http://www.USAFA.af mil/svk/ mortuary/htm.j. USAFAInstruction 34-501 spells out the requirements

in detail. This article will attempt to condense the regulation and outline answers to some of the most frequently-asked questions. Please note this is not an of cial policy statement.

The Mortuary Affairs Of ce is available to answer any questions regarding funeral arrangements in relation to preparation of alast will and testament. Any funeral conducted on the Air Force Academy grounds will be arranged by the Mortuary Affairs Of ce. Examples of services provided are arranging chapel service; opening and closing of grave; burial vault, bronze marker, full military honors for those eligible; arranging for areception following the funeral service; and lodging accommodations (if available). For further information contact

Janet Edwards at (719 3 3 3 - 3 3 2 3

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All active and retired Air Force generals and lieutenant generals are also eligible.

For those eligible, grave reservations will not be assigned before an actual interment requirement. When the need arises, vwitten or oral application should be made by the next of kin to Mortuary Affairs, lO* Services/SVMM, 5135 Eagle Drive, Suite P106, U.S. Air Force Academy,

Colo. 80840-2618. Only one gravesite will be used for the interment of persons involved in the spouse or parent-child relationship. However, when an infant child is interred in the child section, the.sponsor is still entitled to asite in the adult section.

The decision on whether to inter an individual in the children’s or adult section will be based on whether the casket selected

cide if they want the individual interred in the children’s section or in a

family plot in the adult section. The memorial section of the cemetery is restricted to memorial markers for generally all eligible individuals

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whose remains are nonrecoverable, not identi ed, cremated and scattered, buried at sea, or donated to medical science.

Eligibility for interment of remains in the Academy Cemetery encompasses numerous categories. All authorized military personnel must

Funerals are normally scheduled Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 2p.m. Funerals are not normally held on legal holidays or

have been discharged under honorable conditions.

Graduates of the Air Force Academy, their spouses, unremarried

weekends due to logistical requirements. All funeral yovers will be conducted in accordance with Academy Instruction 11-209, Command

widow or widower, and dependent unmarried children under age 23

Coordination and Control of Aerial Events. The normal ight path for

are generally eligible. Dependents over 23 may be eligible under certain conditions. Any subsequent service of the graduate in the Uni¬

funeral yovers is south to north

formed Services of the United States must have been under honorable

conditions and no graduate will be denied interment without the approval of the superintendent. Eligible persons who die prior to the death of the graduate may be interred only if the graduate sponsor signs an agreement indicating an intention to be interred in the cemetery upon his or her death.

Among other eligibility categories for Academy Cemetery burial are cadets, Air Force personnel assigned to the Academy between July 11, 1955 and Sept. 10, 1957; and Air Force cross-commissioned of cer

graduates of West Point or Annapolis who have retired with at least 20 years of uniformed service. Former superintendents, vice superintendents, commandants, deans, chiefs of staff, appointed directors of Ad¬

missions, directors of Athletics, permanent professors, tenured faculty of cers, sequential-tour staff of cers, (formally continuous-tour staff

of cers), preparatory school commanders, and Air Base Wing commanders are also eligible, as are senior enlisted advisors. Also eligible are Academy Board of Visitors members with prior distinguished military service. Air Force Cross recipients, and all Medal of Honor recipients, regardless of branch of service.

Air Force military personnel assigned to the Academy or to tenant units at the Academy at the time of death are also eligible. This does not include non-Academy personnel who are assigned on PCS orders

to the Academy Patient Squadron Section of the Academy Hospital.

Memorial Ceremony Impresses Cadet The Homecoming Memorial Ceremony, this year held on Oct. 2, honors graduates and cadets who have died since the last year’s ceremony. With the cadet squadrons in formation on the terrazzo, the

names of the deceased cadets and graduates are read one by one over the public address system vUth acadet in that individual’s squadron answering, “Absent Sir!” The ceremony is followed with amissing-man aircraft yby.

This year’s ceremony prompted C2C Eric W. Schmidt to submit the following to the Academy’s Public Affairs Of ce: “Every year, the Homecoming retreat ceremony reminds me of all the reasons Icame here, and why I’m so proud of the Air Force and what we stand for. With all the cynicism and doubt that hovers over

the Cadet Wing, I nd that for this ceremony, it vanishes, replaced by the honest love for brothers and sisters in the profession of arms. For this, Iam reminded of the bond that ties all of us to the same family.

To those now gone, and those left behind, atribute to their service and sacri ce:”

RoU Can Silence oats on heavy cloak To settle in with memory And garrison ies haif up mast.

Colors screaming of liberty.

There’s red on white for blood of life.

Blue for brothers born to y.

And stars that hold the hopes of men Whose names we hold on high.

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And now the ghostly quiet shatters hard against the words: "Absent, Sir!!!”

Shadows wander across the land

Asign of things we can’t defy But underneath the stars tonight Will roam the keepers of the sky.

Atoast to brothers, sisters gone Atribute every precious year For now on angel’s wings they y

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The holes within the steadfast ranks reverberate the words: “Absent, Sir!!!”

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1963 Reunion Chairman

Praises AOG’s Efforts

ATO Questions Need to Name

Father of Air Force Academy

Richard M. Coppock, President/CEO

Dear Editor;

Association of Graduates, USAFA

Idetected in the summer issue of Checkpoints anote of competition for the title of “Father” of the Air Force Academy. Although Ido not know the circumstances, Ihope that the Academy will resist the pressure to assign that role to any single individual.

It appears that Sylvanus Thayer is the generally (maybe of cially) recognized “father” of West Point. Annapolis, to the best of my knowledge, has no designated “father” and gets along very well without one, although George Bancroft is given much credit for the success of

Dear Dick,

This is just aquick note to express the appreciation of the Class of 1963 for the outstanding reunion support provided by the Association of Graduates. Our 35-year reunion was an unquali ed success, and much of the credit for that belongs to the dedicated efforts of your staff.

As you know, afamily emergency caused me to have to drop out of the

nal preparations

less than aweek before the class started gathering. When Ireturned to Colorado Springs on the second evening of the reunion, Iimmediately started receiving plaudits for how well Ihad organized everything. Iwas abit surprised, then realized after reviewing the reunion packets that the great organization was obvious in the way the packets were structured and in the information they included. That work was done by your people, so by the next day, 1started reminding my enthusiastic classmates that the AOG was where that apprecia¬

successful status of the Air Force Academy today is the result of the work of many people.

When Thayer was at West Point, the entire Army was probably smaller than the present Cadet Wing, so there was much more association of the institution with asmall group of individuals. Similarly, West Point at that time was part of the military establishment of asmall, inwardly focused, new country not yet even continentally oriented. Compare that to the inter¬

tion was due.

national, multi-faceted arena in which the Air

the Naval Academy.

The reason not to name a“father” is that the

As Itold so many of them, we could not have such agreat reunion without the support and guidance of the AOG. As always, Jock Schwank provided the continued counsel and support through the months of preparation for this special reunion. He is always superb to work

Force Academy has operated since its creation.

Many of the people who have contributed to the Air Force Academy have received well-deserved recognition in awards and commendations, and some have had buildings or other fa¬

with (as he was when Iran our 30-year reunion

their support at registration up through the

designation can only be given to asingle person. Advocating one candidate will inevitably lead to disparaging the contributions and efforts of others, and will create an unhealthy and unnecessary contention among the graduates.

Iam certain that those who might qualify for the honor would rather forego it than see such

events at Doolittle Hall, which added so much

asituation arise.

to the experience. Aspecial thanks goes to those who did all the work to permit us to have our class cups available for the toast to fallen classmates at our Memorial Service on Friday

It is hard to imagine that we would enhance the images of Billy Mitchell, or Hap Arnold, or Curtis LeMay if we were to designate one of them as the "father” of the Air Force. Similarly, the potential "fathers” of the Air Force Academy are already well enshrined in its memory Picking one over the others would merely be some very sticky and unnecessary icing on the cake.

in 1993), and Igreatly respect his advice. This year, Ialso worked closely with LaniWing. She was always helpful and kept things running smoothly at your end. Iknow there are many others who deserve our thanks as well from

afternoon. That ceremony was unforgettabie

and added greatly to the reunion experience.

The Showing of Return with Honor helped make the weekend special, as well. Those who missed it were disappointed and want to know

cilities named after them. However, the "father”

when their next opportunity will be to view

Sincerely,

what is an outstanding AOG production.

Over all the parade, yovers, victory over Navy, tailgate. Memorial Service, camaraderie, and many other events made this areunion to remember. On Sunday, many classmates were declaring this the best USAFA Class of 1963 reunion yet. It very likely was, and we appreciate the help of the AOG in making that hap¬

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pen. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Sincerely, Jimmie H. Butler, Colonel, USAF, Retired Class of 1963 Reunion Chairman

grandson’s essay about the Vietnam Memorial.

Peter wrote it for a7* grade assignment in 1987.

These are for you personally and you have my permission to publish the poem in Checkpoints, if you are interested. (Editor's note: General McDermott's correspondence included copies of the pages in the magazine where his grandson's poem appeared within abox inserted into alarge photograph of the huge black granite Vietnam War Memorial.)

Obviously, Iam aproud grandfather. So is Peter Moody, USMA, the other grandfather, who taught at West Point and served as permanent professor of USAFA’s English Department when Iwas Dean.

My renewed interest in broadcasting Peter’s essay is the direct result of seeing “Saving Private Ryan." That was good therapy for WWII veterans. This might be good therapy for Vietnam veterans.

Sincerely, R o b e r t F. M c D e r m o t t USAA Chairman Emeritus

REMEMBER

Here Istand, huge, dark and angular, rmly planted in the ground.

1cannot move, but Ihave the power to move others.

Those who see me see fear, confusion, courage, sacri ce.

They hear crying, laughing, an explosion of noises, adreaded silence.

Some look at me with pride, while others turn away in disgust.

Yet no one greets me with indifference, for lama part of mankind.

It is man's needs and greeds that brought me into being.

Iam the rich and the poor, the good and the bad,

the brave and the cowardiy.

Iam one and Iam many.

When you look at me, remember aboy barely out of his

teens calling for his mother.

Remember afather who never got to see his child.

Remember aman who knows the burden

of sending others to aprobable death.

Iam America's blood, her anguish, and her strength.

No matter what you think of the cause, when you look at me see the faces of those whose names Ibear.

Vietnam War Memorial Poem

Offers Therapy for Veterans Lt. Co). (Ret) Richard Coppock A s s o c i a t i o n o f G r a d u a t e s , U S A FA

Never let their valor be forgotten.

Here Istand for all eternity, so that the memory of those who died in the Vietnam War will live on.

Dear Dick,

Peter Richard McDermott, T* Grade

Here are two variations on the presentation in

Carl Sandburg Intermediate School Alexandria. Virginia (1987)

Aide Magazine (USAA Magazine) of my

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SACC

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April 22-24, 1999

What is the SACC? The SACC is the Service Academy Career Conference supported by the Alumni Associations from the US Naval Academy and US Coast Guard Academy and Associations of Graduates from the US Military Academy and the US

Air Force Academy. The eight previous conferences were attended by 200 different companies and 4000 alumni.

Where will the SACC be held?

What is the SACC schedule?

The tentative schedule for the SACC is as follows:

Thursday April 22, 1999 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm -Recruiter check-in and receipt of resume books and electronic versions of resumes.

The Spring 1999 SACC vrill be held at the Ritz-Carlton

Hotel Pentagon City in Arlington, VA. You may obtain a room at the Ritz by calling 800-241-3333 or 703-415-5000 for reservations and asking for the SACC rate.

Who will be the candidates?

The candidates are all alumni of the service academies.

These individuals have learned the lessons of leadership, integrity and time management during their undergradu¬

Friday April 23, 1999 7:30 am -Set up of displays in Ballroom 10:00 am to 1:00 pm -Open Session I

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1:00 pm to 3:00 pm -Recruiter Break 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm -Open Session II

Saturday April 24, 1999 Interviews as scheduled by company recruiters

ate years. These skills have been honed and tested dur¬

What is the company registration fee?

ing active duty military service in afast-paced operational environment. The highest sense of personal honor and commitment to getting the job done are common traits

The company registration fee is $2000/ 1st table with additional tables being obtained for $1000/2nd table, $750/ 3rd table, $500/4th table. This fee entitles acompany ac¬

among our alumni.

cess to the best candidates in corporate America: open sessions to meet with candidates; opportunities for onsite interviews. For each table reserved, acompany receives hard copies of all resumes submitted and an elec¬

Alumni of the service academies are atrue representation of our multi-cultural society and span the experience levels from entry to senior executive.

tronic version of the resumes with search software.

Alumni of the service academies have astrong background

Please Note: This fee does not cover the cost of

in technical course material as well as demonstrated lead¬

your room at the hotel. You must make separate room reservations hy calling 800-241-3333 or 703-415-5000 and asliig for the SACC rate.

ership and management skills. Over 50% have postgraduate degrees.

SACC Company Registration Form tables, A. Enclosed is acheck for $. for April 22-24, 1999. This is for tables to the address below.

B. Bill the SACC Company Registration fee for tables to: C. Charge the $.

SACC Company Registration fee for MasterCard/Visa/Discover # Exp. Date.

Name(s) of Recruiter(s) Attending Company Name.

Company Address.

Company Phone#

E-mail.

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The SACC is the Service Academy Career Conference supported by the Alumni Associations from the US Naval Academy and US Coast Guard Academy and Associations of Graduates from the US Military Academy and the US Air Force Academy. The eight previous conferences were attended by 200 different companies and 4000 alumni.

Where will the SACC be held?

The Spring 1999 SACC will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Pentagon City in Arlington, VA. You may obtain a room at the Ritz by calling 800-241-3333 or 703-415-5000 for reservations and asking for the SACC rate. You may also choose from other hotels available in the area, or

Service Academy Career Conference

Apia 22-24, 1999 3. Send the following to the SACC of ce (address helow) no later than March 19,1999. a. Completed registration form, h. A$20 registration fee, payable to SACC. c. Two hard copies of your resume (strictly limited to

one page/one side). This resume should be the version that sells you the best, not necessarily the one generated using the Electronic Resume Service Program.

4. About ten days prior to the conference, you will received acon rmation notice with ade nitive schedule.

5. The tentative schedule for the SACC is as follows:

think about renewing relationships with classmates in the a r e a .

Thursday April 22, 1999

How to register for the SACC:

●Interview Prep Seminar at 7:00 pm

1. Insure your AOG membership is current since this ser¬

Friday April 23, 1999 ●Registration opens at 9:00 am and continues throughout the day ●Two open sessions from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. In the ballroom, wander from table to table meeting face to face with recruiters from awide variety of companies.

Saturday April 24, 1999 ●Recruiters may schedule individual interviews.

vice is offered to association members only.

2. Complete the Electronic Resume AND Attribute Program Disk obtained through the AOG for $25 (see order form in Checkpoints or call (719) 472-0300. Return the completed disk to the AOG (3116 Academy Drive USAF Academy CO 80840-4475) but keep acopy. Disks must absolutely be returned NIT March 19, 1999 in order to be provided to recruiters at this conference, a. If you submitted an alectronic version of your re¬

When attending the SACC, bring several copies of your

sume to the Joint Academies Resume Service database

resume to leave with recruiters since they review resumes

after October 1,1998, it will be included in the SACC Elec¬

collected at the conference and may contact candidates at alater date. Although employment is not guaranteed, the conference offers aunique chance to explore new

tronic Resume Database,

b. Disks recieved after March 19,1999, although not

provided to recruiters at this SACC, will be entered into the Joint Academies Resume Service database for distribution to subsequent potential employers,

c. Recruiters at previous SACC’s found the electronic database extremely helpful. Be sure your resume is accurate and complete.

career opportunities.

If you have any questions on this AOG membership service, please contact Wayne Taylor or Col (Ret) Jock Schwank at 719-472-0300 or DSN 333-4513 or E-mail:

services@aog-usafa.org.

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AOG of ces are open Monday through Friday, 0730-1630 Mountain Time. For all of ces, telephone: (719) 472-0300 (DSN: 333-2067/2073). E-mail: aog@aog-usafa.org. ●an approximate 20% saving at the Embassy CHECKPOINTS MAGAZINE—

your quarterly link to friends, classmates and the Academy.

tion, business, speciai Academy events and reunions. Call ABetter Way Travel Service at 1(800)

Suites Hotel of Colorado Springs. Call (719) 5999100 and ask for the AOG RSVIP Rate (excludes

347-9002 and mention your AOG af liation.

special and group events). You must present your AOG membership card on check-in.

REUNION/HOMECOMINGS-

R E G I S T E R O P G R A D U AT E S —

annual presentation of biographical information on all Academy graduates.

CHAPTERS—

support for some 29 chapters throughout the world.

AOG MASTERCARD— favorable terms and credit limits from Air Acad¬

emy National Bank. (800) 365-5980 UNE OF CREDIT—

coordination and planning by your AOG. MERCHANDISE/MEMORABRIA—

Academy/AOG-unique items created especially for members.

2% over factory invoice on new Pontiacs and GMC trucks and receive ail applicable factory rebates. Drop-shipping available. Contact the Commercial Sales Division, Ferguson Pontiac-GMC Thick (719) 596-5005/ (800) 782-0826/ fax (719)

America. To apply call l-800-527-3621and ask for priority code JGY2. You will receive adecision in

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SCHOLARSHIPS—

●apreparatory school scholarship via the Falcon ●post secondary scholarships to graduates’ children.

LOCATOR SERVICE—

need to nd afellow graduate? We help!

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sets of six for the military wedding.

special 10% discount rate from Budget: (800) 4552848 (AOG ID T507 400). You must present your AOG-provided Budget card when picking up your HOTEL DISCOUNTS—

●save 50% at the Colorado Springs Marriott when traveling January, March, April and October, Nofor the AOG VIP Rate (excludes group, special events and promotional rates). Discount based on rack rates and subject to availability. Must present AOG membership card upon check-in. ●save 50% at the Sumner Suites of Colorado

●save 10% at participating Ciarion, Comfort, Econo Lodge, Rodeway, Friendship,Quality and Sleep Inns, Hotels, Resorts -(800) 4-CHOICE. (Ask

Springs when traveling January through April and

for the travelers discount for AFAAOG members, I D # C 0 0 0 4 1 5 11 ) .

cial events or with any other promotion). Discount

●15% savings at Wood n Suites- (800) 237-8811

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tion of Graduates rate (excludes special or group events...discount depends on time of year and room availability). You must present your AOG membership card on check-in.

vember, December. Call (800) 962-6982 and ask

C A R R E N TA L D I S C O U N T S —

car.

Foundation,

●save 10-25% at the Radisson Inn North (formerly Sheraton Inn North) just outside the USAFA South Gate. Call (719) 598-5770 and ask for the Associa¬

AUTOMOBILE PURCHASE DISCOUNT—

unsecured line of credit is available from MBNA

as little as 15 minutes.

November/December. Call (719) 265-9385 and ask

for the AOG Special Rate (not valid for groups, spebased on reguiar rate and is subject to availabliiity.

AOG membership card required upon check-in.

Year-round full-service travel program for vaca-

Gradua te Dependen t Scholarship Criteria Outlined

Corporate Members Association of Graduates, USAFA

Graduate Dependent Scholarships are being offered for the upcoming 1999 -2000 academic year. Recipients for these annual awards will be selected by the AOG Board of Directors Selection Committee. This AOG scholarship program is intended to directiy support post-secondary education for the children of AOG graduate members.

To be eligible to apply: A. The applicant must be the child of either agraduate life member of the AOG or agraduate who has maintained annual member¬

Air Academy Federal Credit Union Air Academy National Bank Air Force Association

Ampex Corporation Betac Corporation

The Boeing Company Budget Rent aCar Corporation

ship for at least the ve consecutive years immediately preced¬

CBS Insurance

ing the submission of the application package. AOG membership requirements for applicants who are children of deceased

Colorado Springs Marriott Continental Electronics

graduates will be evaluated on an individual basis by the selec¬

(Division of Varian Associates, Inc.)

tion committee.

Electronic Data Systems Corporation Embassy Suites Hotel of Colorado Springs General Dynamics Corporation

B. The appiicant must either be the graduate's natural child or le¬

gally-adopted child, but need not be nancially dependent upon the graduate or his/her surviving spouse.

C. The applicant must agree to enroli as afull-time student, as de¬

Jostens, Inc.

The MITRE Corporation

ned by the institution, at acollege or university accredited by

Motorola, Inc.

an appropriate regional or national accrediting body. The applicant’s program of study may be in any eid at either the graduate or undergraduate levei.

D. The appiicant must have aminimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a

Government Electronics Group Northwestern Preparatory School PRC, Inc. Rockwell International

4.0 scale for the six most-recent semesters as afull-time student.

Sumner Suites of Colorado Springs

The scholarship amount can be as high as $2,000 for the academic

TRW, Inc., Electronic &Defense Sector

year and is paid in one lump sum directly to the student upon his/her

United Parcel Service

demonstrated acceptance into the accredited institution. An individual may receive atotal of four of these annual scholarships, but they do not have to be applied for, or awarded, in consecutive years.

Scholarship award winners, as weli as those appiicants not selected to receive aschoiarship in agiven year, are encouraged to reappiy for scholarships in subsequent years. These appiicants compete with all new applicants for subsequent-year scholarship monies.

United Services Automobile Association

United Technoiogies Corporation USAF Academy Athletic Association

Walsworth Publishing of Colorado Westinghouse Electric Corporation Defense &Eiectronic Center

The number of schoiarships to be awarded each year and the doilar

Corporate memberships are being offered for $2,000 for the life of the corporation. With the exception of voting and holding of ce, corporate members enjoy aii privileges of regular members. For more information write to Col. (Ret) Jock Schwank, vice president, Services, Association of Graduates, 3116 Academy Dr., U.S. Air Force Academy CO 80840-4475.

Phone (719) 472-0300. E-mail services@aog-usafa.org.

amount of each schoiarship is determined annually by the board of directors. The schoiarship winners will be determined based on overall

demonstrated merit. The deadline for receiving application packages is March 1for both initial applications and reapplications.

Send requests for applications forms and direct questions on this schoiarship program to Coi. (Ret) Jock Schwank, AOG vice president. Services, Association of Graduates, 3116 Academy Drive, U.S. Air Force Academy,

CO 80840-4475 or call (719) 472-0300. E-mail: services@aog-usafa.org.

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Association of Graduates Available Member Bene ts/Services

ANNOUNCING THE 1998 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT

Mail: AOG Ornament

3116 Academy Drive USAEA CO 80840-4475 Fax to:

(719) 333-4194 Credit Card orders to:

(719) 472-0300

POLARIS AND CROSSED SABERS (’98)

The m^or elements of the 1998 ornament have areplica of the Polaris superimposed over crossed sahers. Poiaris, the guiding light or true course, is symbolic of the steadfast virtues that guide the lives and decisions of cadets and graduates.

The sabers, associated with positions of leadership and symbolic of the special commitment to adiscipiined miiitary way of life, are raised and crossed in asilent salute to those values ingrained in aii cadets. Both the Polaris and the sabers are traditionally associated with the cadet wing and are featured on the ciass rings of each graduate.

Prop and Wings

The Pegasus Statue

The Academy Falcon

(’97)

(’95)

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Symboiic of the origins of the US Air Force in the This marhie repiica of the mythical winged Chosen in 1955 by the rst class (Class of ’59) Army Air Corps, the Prop and Wings are worn on horse is outside of the Association of Graduates as the of cial mascot of the Cadet Wing, the

the cadet uniform and have been apart of the tra- building, Dooiittle Hali. It was presented to the faicon’s speed, powerful ight, temperament, and dition of the cadet wing since the rst class entered Air Force Academy as agift of the Italian gov- courage make it a tting and proud symhoi for in 1955 e r n m e n t

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Alamo Area Chapter Get involved! As your San Antonio and other Alamo area grads read this issue of Checkpoints, your AOG chapter is probably busy put¬

ting together another great program for the coming year. We need your help and this means you! We don’t care what class you were

in, what rank you are (or were) or whether you

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please e-mail or send your e-mail address to John Mahoney who is compiling e-mail addresses, as well as your current address and telephone number so we can better serve you and cut down on some of our mailing expenses.

(Jim Sienicki, ’74, Arizona Chapter president)

New England Chapter

programs, and we will continue to do that to the maximum extent possible through avolun¬

tary donation opportunity available to our membership as well as through speci c fundraising activities.

Acouple of our recent successful activities have include sponsoring abooth at the Boston (Hanscom) Air Show in early August, our

are retired or alocal tycoon. We want you for both an active member and active helper in

Exciting things are happening in the New En¬

Duck Tour, and the bus trip to the Air Force-

putting the chapter’s programs together for

gland Chapter! Col. Bruce Hevey, Class of 75,

1999. And, no matter how active you plan to

Army game. If you were there, you probably

currently the director of the Combat Air Forces saw several of our younger and wilder mem-

be in the chapter for the coming year, we are always interested in hearing your ideas for our programs.

What kinds of activities are coming up? Well, the best way to nd an up-to-date rundown on our activities is to log on to the Internet and check out our web page at www.alamoaog.org.

We’ll try to keep acurrent list of our programs as well as contacts for our current of cers on

web. By the way, we’ve been looking for anew amateur webmaster so, if you are so inclined, give one of the of cers acall or e-mail. The

work involved in keeping our web page current is less than an hour amonth.

If you don’t have access to the web and want

information on the chapter or our activities please feel free to contact Forrest James at (210) 498-1235, e-mail at Forrest.James@usaa.com;

hers painted from waist to hairiine in blue and

ce, has recently taken the reins from Coi. (Ret) Brian Kessler as the chapter president. Thank

silver cheering the crowd and team to victory.

Also, afew days before the game. Comman¬

you, Brian, for ajob weU done!

dant Brig. Gen. Steve Lorenz honored us by speaking at our annuai State of the Wing Din-

Because of the tremendous success of a

couple of our recent events we are in the posi¬

membership dues. The bottom line is that if out and join us, we’d love to see you! Please join you are agraduate of the Air Force Academy when you can and keep us in your minds and live in the New England area then as of now when you can’t, you are welcomed as afull edged member of por more information on the New Engiand the New England Chapter of the Association of Chapter and grad events in the New England Graduates. Welcome ^^ea, please contact Lt. Josh McClure, DSN 478We hope that by waiving membership dues, io66 or mcclurej@hanscom.af.mii. (Josh we can increase participation at our events. McClure, '96) After all, the real purpose of the chapter is to get as many of us together as possible for soNew York Chapter cial and professional Interaction, as well as to

president)

raise money to support the Academy and it’s

On Sept. 25® Tim Furst, ’78, arranged for the

institution, the United States Air Force Acad¬

emy. Another important role of the AOG is to

How to Request Academy

Staff as Speakers

USAFA graduates and their families to attend

an Arizona Diamondbacks baseball game at the new Bank One Ballpark in Phoenix. It is a rstclass facility and agood time was had by all.

On Jan. 31" we twill be having another annual Super bowl party, graciously hosted this year by Ron, ’71, and Barb Marusiak. Party time is one hour before kickoff through the end of the game. Pot luck with libations and beverages provided by the Marusiaks. The Marusiaks’ ad¬

dress is 5742 East Orange Blossom Lane, Phoenix, Ariz. 85018. Please RSVP by Jan 15. Phone (602) 949-5957. Previous hosts have Included

Roy, ’72, Hendrickson, and John, ’81, and

Debbie Mahoney, who we again thank for their hospitality for hosting the event and opening up their home and providing libations and beverages.

If you have recently moved to Arizona or have not received our mailings, please contact Jim Sienicki, ’74, at (602) 382-6351, or e-mail at sienicj@swlaw.com at Snell &Wilmer L.L.P to

be added to the mailing list. If you have not paid your yearly chapter dues ($20 ayear) for 1998, please send your check to John Mahoney, 545 East Campina Drive, Litch eld Park, Ariz.

85340-4226 (602 935-0203, e-mail; 72032.304@compuserve.com. In addition.

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keep updated on the state of health of our great

Arizona Chapter

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or Les Hobgood at (210) 599-3583, e-mail at lhobgood@ci.sat.tx;.us. We hope to see you at a chapter event soon. [Harry Icke, ’66, chapter

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In order to provide better assistance to

AOG Chapters seeking speakers from the Academy, please submit aletter to HQ US-

AFA/XPAA, USAF Academy, Colo. 808405241, at least six months in advance, with

the foliowing information: What, when, where? Who on the Academy staff would you like to have speak at your function? Also provide the names of two other speakers you would like to have if your rst or second choice is not avaiiable.

Once again the New York Chapter, with the help of the AOG, hosted atailgate party at the Army game at West Point. On Friday, before the game, the New York chapter again hosted aluncheon reception for the Superintendent and

other Academy of cials at the historic 7* Regiment Armory at Park Avenue and 66“' St. in New York City. Afull report twill appear in the next issue of Checkpoints.

For more information about the greater New York Chapter contact Ron Wishart, ’64, chapter secretary. Home phone (732) 431-4812. Ad¬

dress: 8Country Lane, Englishtown, N.J. 07726, e-mail rwishart@nvdailvnews.com. Or call

chapter president Mike Galbreath, ’64, at (203) 845-2880. (Ron Wishart, ’64)

Puget Sound Chapter It’s been abusy summer for the Northwest

To aid speaker preparation, we will also

chapter. We kicked off our activities in August

need to know the audience, along with any particular interest of the group in any aspect of the Academy, and recommended

w h e n w e i n v a d e d B i l l M a r k h a m ’s , ’ 6 8 , s u m m e r home on Anderson Island. The weather was

speaker’s attire for the event. Piease include who will be in the audience (i.e., alums, spouses, parents’ clubs, Los, etc.) and what

to gather under the sun and enjoy the friendship and fun. Thanks to Bill and Sherry for let¬

the occasion is for the event.

great for acrowd of grads, family, and friends

ting us use their place.

In September we held our annual golf tour¬

Apoint of contact for the event (i.e., name,

nament at McChord AFB. Several grads got to¬

address, home and work phone numbers) is needed to make the appropriate arrange¬

gether to attempt to put that little ball in the

ments. You can call XPA at (719) 333-3832,

didn’t stop us from playing every square foot

DSN 333-3832, for initial inquiry but must back up your call with aletter requesting the

of the course. The balls were ying left, right,

speaker.

hole. The tournament was "best ball” but that

up and down but hardly ever dead center. At times it looked like we were playing agame of

pool, moving the ball from one end of the green

to the other. By the end of the tournament the pressure was building on team members to make the most of their gol ng skills and mini¬

Support Your Local AOG Chapter/Society

mize the embarrassment. At the clubhouse, the scores were secretly tallied over some brew.

Wouldn’t you know it -atie! Never fear Tiger Woods; the teams of John Banbury, ’69; Tom Crawford, ’72; Dave Hoglund, 74; Ken Bowers, ’68; and Joe Cavazzini, '82, are in aleague of their own.

In October the Navy alums sponsored the Joint Services Academy Dinner on the Spirit of

Puget Sound. Future events include aski trip in February and our Annual Dark Ages Party sometime in the Spring. More details will follow in upcoming articles. The Chapter’s membership drive is still active. If you’re interested in joining us please contact Art Kerr, '61, at

DeBerry in town to speak at the Tri-Service Academy Luncheon. He spoke very highly of this year’s team, and we made plans to support him and the team as much as possible. On Sept.

17*, the Falcons played rival CSU on ESPN and we organized aTV-watching party at alocal sports bar. Alarge group of grads attended, and we witnessed agreat game with plenty of suspense and action. Later that month, the Fal¬

Do you want to know what is happening with graduates in your area? Are

you interested in establishing ties with the local graduate community and with the Academy? In addition to social ac¬

cons came to town to take on the Horned Frogs

tivities, many chapters/societies pro¬

of TCU. We organized alarge block of ticket

vide mentor services, job-search infor¬

sales, and we hosted our fellow Texans from the

mation, and business networking. Con¬

San Antonio Chapter and folks as far as Arkan¬

tact your local chapter/society for in¬

sas and Louisiana. Our pregame tailgate party was atremendous success as we provided a

formation on meetings and activities.

See “Graduates” on the AOG web page

Texas-style barbecue buffet dinner to 570 ftms.

Many thanks to Greg Sveska, ’79; Dave

f o r a c o m p l e t e l i s t i n g : w w w. a o g usafa.org.

Stonehouse, ’73; Mike Gibbons, ’63; and Jim

(425) 836-0560 or Joe Cavazzini, ’82, at (425)

Give us atry -you’ll like us.

In July, Istarted announcing our busy Fall schedule, and with no exception so far, our at¬

742-7630. (Joe Cavazzini, ’82)

North Texas Chapter The old saying “Times

tendance has been remarkable. We took the

ies when you’re hav¬

ing fun!” has described our North Texas group perfectly these past few months. If you’re in the North Texas area, jump on the wagon and enjoy the ride! Our Fall has been very busy with enough activities to keep any and all interested.

Iencourage all grads in our area to join us and get involved. We have grads from Sheppard AFB to the north, to Dyess AFB in the west, and to the south as far as Austin. Heck, Hank Hofftnan

(AAL 767 captain) has maintained his membership with us even after moving to Pompano Beach, Fla.! We must be doing something right.

Our hotline phone number is (972) 618-1087.

summer off to stay indoors and avoid the Texas heat. It seemed as if we lived through athousand days of 100-plus degree heat. But we survived and came out swinging -literally. But our annual tri-service softball competition in Au¬

gust did not go exactly as planned, as we defeated an outnumbered Navy team but then lost a6to 4decision to Army. Coach Tim Stites, ’72,

Dolan, ’76, for their outstanding support. Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Oelstrom, Athletic Director Col. Spetman, and various members of the AOG made the trip from USAFA to be with us. They witnessed the AOG’s best chapter in action!

O u r n e x t e v e n t w a s s c h e d u l e d f o r N o v. 2 P '

when the tri-service ag football competition is held here in Dallas. When you nally read this issue of Checkpoints, the victories should be on record.

Again, why not make 1999 the year to get involved? Joining our group has never been so

has vowed to have us “practicing” alittle earlier next year on our swings.

September found the North Texas Association

convenient! Dues are still $20. Send acheck to

of Air Force Academy Graduates (NTAAFAG)

(972) 618-1087 for the current news. Thanks.

(John “J.R.”Dallas, '79,1998North Texas Chapter president)

group getting red up for the Falcon football season. Last March, we had Coach Fisher

NTAAFAG, EO. Box 866791, Plano, Texas 75086

and our treasurer will add you to our roster. Call

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Graduate Biographical Update Form Date:

Name: Class:

SSAN:

AOG ID#: (From the Register or Checkpoints mailing label)

Please make the following Changes/Additions to my records in the AOG Data Base: Effective Date:.

Mailing Address:.

Zip Code:

State:

City;

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IfSpouseisaGraduatepleaseprovidethefollowing:Spouse’sGradClass.

AOG#:

Spouse’s Graduation Name

Preferred Name for mailing labels The AOG receives promotion, aeronauticai rating, PME, and sponsored civilian education updates from the USAF Personnel Center for Active Duty USAF graduates only; USAFR, Guard, and other service graduates MUST provide us this information personaily. USAF Active Duty Graduates shouid provide it, in case the of cial data sources are in error. (Please provide documentation to correct errors.)

Rank; Date of Rank: Aero Rating: Date of Rating: PME:

Residence/Seminar/Correspondence;Dates:.

ALL Graduates: Award(s): Civilian Degree;

Major;

Year:

Institution:

The following Data is being collected to populate the AOG Data Base.

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Other Enter State

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Sport(s):

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AOG GIFT ORDER FORM Complete and send to;

A S S O C I AT I O N O F G R A D U AT E S

3116 Academy Drive USAF Academy CO 80840-4475 (719) 472-0300 FAX; (719) 333-4194

SEE ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS BELOW Item #

Quantity

Size

Item Description

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Rosewood/Ught Maple Pen Set (Circle one)

Item #7075

Crest #1

Line #1

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LIST each item on the “ORDER BLANK" - ll in Item #, Quantity, Item Description, Size (as appropriate), and Total Price. If ordering class decals, please specify CLASS YEAR. Special order items require extra time and additional information on the order form above.

NONMEMBERS please add 20% of Merchandise Total.

COLORADO SALES TAX: We are required to collect Colorado Sales Tax for items sold at Doolittle Hall or mailed to aColorado address as follows:

Doolitde Hall &El Paso County -4% Colorado Springs -6.1% Elsewhere within Colorado -3%

SHIPPING &HANDLING: For mail orders, please add $5.00 or 10% (whichever is greater). IF ordering ONLY decals -shipping and handling cost $.75.

PAYMENT can be made by CHECK (made out to “AOG”) or CREDIT CARD (VISA or MASTERCARD ONLY). If paying by credit card please print clearly your credit card number and expiration date (month/year) and sign in spaces provided.

NAME, MAIUNG ADDRESS, DAYTIME PHONE NUMBER, AND CLASS YEAR (for graduates) should be printed clearly in the spaces provided.

CUT OUT ORDER FORM and mail to address at the top of the page.

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GLASSWARE AOQ crest etched on clear glass.

Old Fashion Glasses: Item «7241

73/4 oz.

Item #7243 Item #7245

10 1/4 oz.

12 1/4 oz.

$4.00eay$14.00setof4 $4.00 ea7$ 14.00 set of 4 $4.00ea7$14.00 set of 4

Item #7250

10 1/2 oz.

$4.00 ea7$14.00 set of 4

High Ball: Stemware:

Mugs:

Item «7230

12 oz. Brandy Snifter

Item #7220

73/4 oz. Wine Glass

Item #7260

10 oz. Goblet

Item #7210

12 oz. Pilsner Glass

$5.00eay$18.00setof4 $5.00 ea7$18.00 set of 4 $5.00 ea7$18.00 set of 4 $5.00 eay$18.00 set of 4

AOG crest on one side; AFA crest on the other side Item #7010 White Ceramic Coffee Mug, 12 oz.

$6.00 ea.

Item #7015

I n s u l a t e d Wa t e r B o t t l e

$5.00 ea.

Item #7020 Item #7025

Insulated Sports Cup, 20 oz.

Car Cup

$5.00 ea. $5.00 ea.

SABERS and PLAQUES The Cadet Saber is sold to GRADUATE AOG MEMBERS ONLY. The AOG does not sell the mounting case-call for info on whore to got the mounting case.

Item #4000

Cadet Saber with Scabbard $185.00

Item #6000 Item #6001

Laser Engraved Walnut Plaque (Cadet Area, 17‘ x14') $145.00 Etched Falcon on White Marble (14' x16‘) $75.00

COASTERS

Item #7095 Pegasus Coasters -Terra Cotta and Blue. Water absorbenL nonscratch bottoms. Set of 4.

$25.00

L I C E N S E P L AT E F R A M E S ■U S A F A C A D E M Y ' o n t h e b o t t o m a n d e i t h e r ' FA L C O N S ' o r

'ALUMNI' on the top.

Buy one for $4.50 or two for $8.00 (the same or mixed).

I t e m # 5 0 0 2 ' FA L C O N S ' L i c e n s e P l a t e F r a m e Item #5003 'ALUMNI' License Plate Frame P E R S O N A L I Z E D P E N A N D P R E S E N TAT I O N C A S E

Light Maple or Rosewood. Name on pen. Case engraved with your choice of two create, "AOG", "USAFA", or "CLASS" and up to three lines of personalizing. Please allow 2weeks for engraving.

Pen and Case Item #7075 $20.00

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS In individual gift boxes. All are solid brass with 24kt gold

nish

except the ‘98 ornament which also contains silver toned

nish.

Sizes approximate. Limited to stock on hand. (‘ 93 and ‘96 are sold out) Item #7164 Item #7163 Item #7162 Item #7161

1998 Polaris w/Crossed Sabers ornament 1997 Prop &Wings ornament (3" x3") 1995 Pegasus ornament (3" x3") 1994 Falcon ornament (2.5" x2")

$19.95 $24.95 $24.95 $24.95

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USAFA SCARF 1 0 0 % S i l k w i t h U S A FA

Crest and Falcon design.

Item »1603 DARK BLUE $29.50

U S A FA N E C K T I E 80% Silk tie with USAFA and Prop &Wings design.

Item *1600 BLUE $23.00 Item# 1601 GARNET $23.00

JEWELRY litem #7032 Prop &Wings. Silvercolor Prop and gold-color Wings $10.00 Item #7030 AOQ Charm. Sterling S i l v e r.

$26.00

Item #7034 Sterling Silver Prop and Wings Necklace. $24.50 Item #7031 AOQ Tie Tack. Sterling Silver (Not Shown). $26.00 Item #7033 AOQ Lapel Pin. Sterling Silver (Not Shown). $26.00

S W E AT E R S . S H I R T S . H AT S . A N D J A C K E T S

Item #1610 AOG Rugby Shirt: 100% cotton (10% shrinkage, sizes run true) gray and navy blue with AOQ crest embroidered on left breast.

$47.00 (SML, MED, LRQ, XLG) $50.00 (XXL) Item #1620 AOQ Crew Neck Sweat Top: Jersey top pebble bottom navy blue sweater; 100% pre-shrunk cotton, sizes run one size smaller than normal

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$48.00 (SML, MED, LRQ, XLG) $51.00 (XXL) Item #1630 AOG V-Neck Sweater: 85% cotton/15% polyester; oversized to compensate for shrinkage. Coior; natural oatmeal (light beige) with navy striped trim, AOG crest embroidered on ieft breast.

$46.00 (SML, MED, LRG, XLG) $49.00 (XXL) Item #1640 AOG Golf Shirt: 100% combed cotton. Color: Blue or White AOG crest embroidered on left breast.

$38.00 (SML, MED, LRG, XLG) $40.00 (XXL)

Item #1520 Polar Jacket: Gray Fleece-lined Biue Nylon shell w/embroidered AOG crest. $60.00 (SML, MED, LRG, XLG, XXL) Item #1530 Golf Jacket: White/Teal Poly/Cotton shell, nylon liner, w/embroidered AOG crest. $42.00 (SML, MED, LRG, XLG, XXL) Item #1541 Suede Leather Jacket: Navy Blue/Tan w/embroldered AOG crest $120.00 (SML, MED, LRG, XLG) $125.00 (XXL) Item #1700 AFA Hat w/Class Year. Navy Blue w/embroidered AFA crest and

class year. Please specify class year. Adjustable leather strap for size. $16.00

Item #1701 AFA Hat (plain): Same as above without class year. $13.00

CADET ISSUE CLOTHING (Available to AOG Members ONLY) Item #1100 Sweatsuit: 89% Cotton/8% Polyester/3% Rayon; oversize to accommodate shrinkage; light gray with dark gray re ective strips and USAFA. (SML, MED, LRG, XLG) Sweat Top $35.00 (XXL) $37.00 Sweat Pants $22.50 (XXL) $24.50 Complete Set $55.00 (XXL) $58.00

Item #1300 USAFA T-Shirt: 100% cotton (will shrink). White with biue Ringer Collar &Sleeves; 'USAFA' silkscreened on left breast. $8.00 (SML, MED, LRG, XLG) $9.00 (XXL) Item #1400 Running Suit Blue/Qray Nylon with re ecUvo strips (sizes run small). (SML, MED, LRG, XLG, XXL) Running Suit Jacket $47.00 Running Suit Pants $25.00 $67.00 Complete Suit

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BOOKS AND VIDEOS .(not shown) ‘Paperback Item #3020 -Into the Mouth of the Cat $4.00*

The Story of Lance Sijan, ’65 Item #3040 -The Iskra Incident $19.95

Autographed by Grad Author Jimmie Butler, ’63 Item #3050 -Vietnam: Above the Treetops $24.95

Item #3120 -Modernism at Mid Century $50.00 History of the architecture at USAFA Item #3130 -Courage and Air Warfare $22.00 * Autographed by Grad Author Mark Wells, ’75 Item #3140 -The Ravens $25.00 The men who ew the secret war in Laos

Autographed by Grad Author John Flanagan, ’62 Item #3060 -Red Lightning, Black Thunder $21.95 Autographed by Grad Author Jimmie Butler, ’63

Item #3150-The Secret Life of Waldo RDumbsquat $10.00*

Item #3080 -Separated by War $24.95

Item #3170 -ACertain Brotherhood $10.00*

Autographed by Author Christopher Robbins Autographed by Grad Author Don Hall, ’76

Autographed by Grad Author Ed Herlik, ’80

Autographed by Grad Author Jimmie Butler, ’63

Item #3090 -Raid on QuaddaB $21.95

Item# 7080- Video: WildBlue U$10.00

Autographed by Grad Author Bob Venkus, ’63

Produced by KUSA -TV Denver; cadet daily life

SPIRIT AND FUGK fAphotographic sedute to the USAF Academy. Over 150 color photos. Book Sponsored by the AOG. Item #3160 by Elizabeth Gill Lui $60.00

CLASS NOTEBOOKS Two-tone gray suede cover, Jr. legal size (6” x9”), with class crest embossed on front with class color stripe; inside note pad and pen; available for the following classes. $10.00 I t e m # 7 11 0 C l a s s o f ’ 9 1

Item #7113 Class of ’94

Item #7117 Class of ’97

I t e m # 7 111 C l a s s o f ’ 9 2 I t e m # 7 11 2 C l a s s o f ’ 9 3

Item #7114 Class of ’95

Item #7118 Class of ’98

AOG ACCESSORIES AND ADDITONAL ITEMS (not pictured) DECALS .Colorful crest on awindow decal (self adhesive to inside

SWEATERS Crew Neck Sweater “EALCONS” Blue and White

of glass). Available for all years except ’92. Specify class year.

80% Orlon/20% Wool -SML, MED, LRG, XLG (sorry no XXL)

Item #43xx Class Decals $1.00

Item #1560 $25.00

Item #7072 AOG Membership Decal $1.00

ChUd Sizes: SML, MED, LRG

A2Vz" diameter brass medallion with

the Honor Code on one side and Prop &Wings on the other.

Item #1570 $15.00 V- N e c k S w e a t e r " A I R F O R C E ’’ B l u e a n d W h i t e 8 0 % O r l o n / 2 0 % Wo o l

SML, MED, LRG, XLG (sorry no XXL) Item #1580 $25.00

Item #7120 Honor MedaUion $15.00 Item #7121 Honor MedaUion with Stand $35.00

NOTECARDS Item #7073 Doolitte HaU Notecards (6’’ x4.5")

BTAZER PATCHRS Pin -back patch embroidered with

Set of 10 w/envelopes. $5.00

appropriate crest.

Item #1800 AOG Blazer Patch $23.00

AOG UMRTtF.T.T.A Alternating blue and white panels with blue AOG

I t e m # 1 8 0 1 A FA B l a z e r P a t c h $ 2 3 . 0 0

crest.

Item #7074 $20.00

keychain with sUver AOG crest.

Item #7070 $2.00

FINE ART PRINTS Item #2010 "Here's aToast..." by Keith Ferris $60.00 Item #2020 “Gyrfalcon" by Frace $75.00

Item #2030 “Thunderbird' by Rick Broome $50.00 Item #2040 “Footfalls” Artist Proofs $190.00

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As abene t of membership, your AOG offers aresume service. We have joined forces with the alumni associations of the Military Academy, the Naval Academy and the Coast Guard Academy to jointly provide alumni electronic resumes from the four academies to prospective employers.

The resume progrrun disk is adata entry program designed to assist you in formatting, editing, viewing, professionally typesetting and printing your resume in aspeci c format. The program carries you step-by-step through

entering resume data to editing resume dates, titles and text. System requirements are aPC with 386 or higher Intei or compatible microprocessor, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or later, 4MB of RAM, 1MB of «e hard disk space,

mouse or other Windows compatible pointing device, a3.5” oppy drive and amonitor (color is recommended; 640 X480 minimum resolution required).

To be apart of the Service Academies Resume Database, send $25 (check or money order) to the AOG. Aresume disk will be sent to you with instructions for completion. Return acopy of your completed resume disk to the AOG for inclusion in the database. Credit card orders (Visa or Mastercard only) can be called to (719) 472-0300.

IIIwould like to enter my resume in the database and have enclosed acheck or money order for $25.

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3116 Academy Drive USAF Academy, CO 80840-4475

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If you wish to obtain adisk set complete with instruction manual, please complete the order form and return it along with acheck for $150.00 to the AOG (cost to recruiting rms is $350.00). Aquarterly subscription rate for the

disk package is available upon request. PLEASE NOTE: System requirements are aPC with 486 or higher Intel or compatible microprocessor, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or later, 4MB of RAM, 16MB of «e hard disk space, mouse or other Windows compatible pointing device, a3.5" oppy drive and amonitor (color is recommended: 640 x 480 minimum resolution required).

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Sixth Service Academy Golf Classic aSuccess!

The Sixth Annual Service Academy Golf Classic was the most successful and best tournament ever. It began vnth Kings Point Midshipman Chris Rich’s hole in one on #8 hole during Saturday's practice round. He did it tvith athree wood and was playing with abroken bone in his wrist. It must have been karma. The karma stayed with us throughout the tournament as we had beautifui weather, low scores, alot of fun and camaraderie, and we met or exceeded aU of our nancial goals. We conducted the tournament ano cost to the Academies and presented checks totaling $7,500 to each Academy this year.

Here are some highlights. On Sunday afternoon, the skies cleared, the temperature rose to 80, 150 players teed up the little white ball for an afternoon of fun, friendship, and frustration. Some foursomes were late arriving due to storms and weather in south Texas, but eventually everyone teed off. Alumni winners were: Jeff Wilson, Pat Youngs, Rick Sargent, John Scholtz, and coach Gene Miranda with atournament low score of 52. The USAA Federal Bank team made up of Jack Swonson, Perry Stevens, Mitch Cobeaga, Dave Leetsma, and USAFA Cadet Ben Leetsma with ascore of 54.2. Team Scotch made up of Jim Struble, Rob Wayne, Dan Shine, Duke Ramey, and USAFA Cadet Joseph Petrosky with ascore of 56.9.

There was alarge cadre of players from USAFA this year as every year. The Alumni Awards Banquet featured Army Lt. Gen. Paul Kern as speaker.

USAFA golf bags, jackets, and warm-ups were donated by coach Miranda as prizes and were presented by General Kern to the winning teams. Kent Harrington purchased aHeisman Trophy football for arecord price of $5,100.

It was the best opening day we have had. Day two was almost as beautiful as day one. The cadets and midshipmen began their rst 36 holes of tournament play at 8a.m. The alumni/friends began ashotgun start at 9a.m. The team of Rick Sargent, Pat Youngs, John Scholtz, and Sue LebowPeterson won the low-gross prize with ascore of 60. Rick Sargent was the low-gross individual winner. Athletic director and graduate Randy Spetman won the longest drive contest. The alumni/friends tournament concluded that afternoon with an awards luncheon where everyone seemed to agree that this was the best tournament ever.

The cadet/midshipman tournament was concluded on Tuesday with the Air Force golf team of Jason Jenson, Matt Peterson, Joe Petrosky, Ryan Dekok, Jeff Scohy, Danny Visosky, and Ben Leetsma winning the tournament by 26 strokes over Navy. It was atrue team victory. Freshman Ben Leetsma shot atournament low score of 68 on the opening round and went on to win the Nick Stafford Memorial Trophy as tournament medalist.

The strength of the USAFA team was evident when Leetsma, Jenson, Peterson, and Visosky claimed four of the ve positions on the All-Service Academy Golf Team.

The awards luncheon featured speaker Roger Staubach and was attended by almost 140 graduates, parents, and friends. Roger shared his thoughts with us on the values of aservice academy total education and how it has affected him both in the military and in civilian life. He also presented The

Bill Reemtsma Memorial Trophy to the USAFA Golf team. The trophy seems to be enjoying the rati ed Rocky Mountain air as it has resided there four consecutive years.

If you want additional information on the '98 tournament participants, sponsors, or results, or want enrollment or tournament information for 1999, you can nd it at vww.sagc.com. Visit us at any time.

As apostscript. Air Force Academy golf coach Gene Miranda brought along pictures of the new van that he purchased with the funds he has

received and saved from the rst six tournaments. They have taken several trips in it already and report that it is wonderful. By the way, if you have anew or used laptop that you would like to donate to the golf team to aid them in doing their homework, contact Coach Miranda at mirandaagf.Ah@usafa.af.mil. You can write the gift off and the cadets will use it.

AHearty “Thank You” to the Sponsors of the Sixth Golf Classic Title Sponsor -$7,500

Dallas Athletic Club -Dennis Ewing

The Elk Corporation

Marriott Solana

Association of Graduates -USMA

Ryder Cup Sponsors -$4,000-t Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Sys. USAA Federal Savings Bank

Steve Klein

A s s o c i a t i o n o f G r a d u a t e s - U S A FA

L o c k h e e d M a r t i n Ta c t i c a l A i r c r a f t

Dave Brovm &John Bickel, USMA, ’70

Tour Sponsors -$2,000-t

The West Point Society of North Texas Ben E. Keith Distributors

Systems

BNSF Railroad

James L. Ough, M.D., USAFA, ’65

Brants Insurance

David Miller, USNA

Collmer Semiconductor, Inc.

Doug Batchelor, USAFA, ’68

D e l t a A i r L i n e s P i l o t s - U S A FA

Edward Searles

James Wood Motors

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Donors

B.J. Bjorklund Great 18 Golf Systems

The Club at Trophy Club Ozarka Natural Spring Water

Cathedral Rock Corporation

Southern Trace Country Club, Shreveport

Buick Motor Division

Cobblestone Golf

American Air Lines Pilots -USAFA

Hicks Muse Tate &First, Inc. James Martin &Company Katcef Brothers, Inc.

Lockheed Martin Vought Systems

Radio Shack

Lucas Associates, Inc.

Lance Miller

Lucid Technologies, Inc.

EZ-Go Golf Cars

Smiley’s Studio In The Woods

Tee Sponsors

Merrill Lynch Fresno Northrop Grumman Commercial Aircraft Div.

The Golf Course at Texas Star

Advent Supply, Inc.

North Texas Association Of AFA Graduates

Oakmont Country Club Woodhaven Country Club

Jerry and Ellen Ahmann

Ben E. Keith Company

Norwest Banks Parker Hanni

n Chomerics Division

Hyatt Bear Creek Golf Club

Pikes Peak Distributing Company

Hackberry Creek Country Club

Sea-Land Service Inc.

The Golf Club at Fossile Creek

Texas AGA, Inc.

Royal Oaks Country Club

The Angel Tmst, Lance Ammon, USAFA, ’70

Iron Horse Golf Course

The Staubach Foundation

Four Seasons Resort and Club

U.S. Air Force Academy, Class of ’63 U.S. Air Force Academy, Class of ’71

American Golf Corporation Goldman, Sachs &Co.

U.S. Military Academy, Cass of ’45

William Simpson, USAFA, ’63

U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association

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AOG, Falcon Foundation, Support Key Academy Programs By 2"'* Lt. Mike Meyers Plans and Programs

Each year, the Academy provides cadets the opportunity to take part in numerous innovative programs throughout the educational spectrum, ranging from advanced academic programs and athletic programs to leadership and character development programs. These programs and many others are designed to keep the Academy education on the cutting edge well into the 2P' Century. However, in the past decades, defense dovmsizing has radically decreased federal funding.

Fortunately, many outside agencies step in. The Association of

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Graduates and the Falcon Foundation are two that ensure, through their generosity, the maintenance of the high standards expected of an Academy education.

The Association of Graduates, along with being the primary agency involved in alumni relations, is actively involved in promoting the Academy’s mission through awards and endowment programs. Their efforts in conjunction with other agencies fund many of the top programs requesting help.

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Two of the top funds managed by the AOG, the Air Force Academy Fund and the Sabre Society, have raised more than $3.1 million combined since 1982. These funds are used primarily to support cadet ac¬

tivities in all four pillars of excellence at the Academy: military training, character development, academic and athletic excellence. This calendar year alone, the AOG has turned over more than $449,500 in donations to support Academy needs.

Placing Srst in the Sixth Service Academy Goif Ciassic was the team of, from ieft, Jeff Wilson, Rick Sargent, Lt.Gen. Paul Kern (awards banquet speaker). Gene Miranda (Air Force Academy goif coach), Jon Shoitzand Pat Youngs.

The Falcon Foundation also supports Academy programs in avariety of ways, to include more than $300,000 ayear for 100 civilian preparatory school scholarships each year. Currently, 275 cadets attend the Academy as aresult of Falcon Foundation support. Along with scholarships, it focuses on improving the quality of Academy facilities and helps recognize outstanding Air Force leaders with monuments such as the General Hap Arnold statue outside Arnold Hall.

“The assistance we provide permits cadets many more opportunities and freedoms in intercollegiate or specialty activities they wouldn’t have otherwise,” said retired Lt. Gen. Benjamin Beilis, president of the Falcon Foundation. “The organization’s goal is to act as arallying point for contributors and to quiedy help out wherever we can.”

Maintaining an edge in technical instruction is another important focus of the Falcon Foundation and the Association of Graduates. The

AIAA Student Paper Competition, one of the programs funded by both organizations, helps maintain this edge. This program allows 10 cadets each year to write and present atechnical paper in front of aprofessor at anational competition.

"By allowing the students to compete against undergraduates from other universities, this program provides an excellent opportunity for

students to gain professional experience outside the Air Force which helps them in their Air Force careers,” said Dr. Julie Morrow, assistant

professor of aeronautics. Extracurricular activities are also greatly helped by donations from the AOG. Cadet clubs, such as the rugby team, the scuba club, the show choir club and numerous others, pro¬

The Nick Stafford Memorial Medalist Trophy is presented to C4C Ben

Leetsma by Nick’s brother Richard, wife Martha, and daughter Tara.

vide many different ways for cadets to enhance their off-duty hours.

“Allowing the team to buy safety equipment is one important way the AOG support helps the team,” said Capt. Michelle Idle, of cer in charge of the T pine Ski Team. “Help is essential, as the Alpine Ski Team would not exist without outside funding, “said Cadet P‘ Class Teresa Sobelewski, Alpine Ski Team member. The Alpine Ski Team helps cadets become better of cers, according to Sobelewski. “We are avery close team so it teaches us how to work closely with other people.

Another very important way in which the AOG and Falcon Foundation

help cadets develop is in the realm of character programs. One of the programs, the Academy Character Enrichment Seminars (ACES), provides ethical and mentorship instruction to as many senior faculty, staff, and cadets as possible. “ACES creates better mentors and role models for ca¬

dets” both among their peers and the of cers with whom they associate, “ Lt. Col. Michael Fekula, the of cer in charge of the program, said.

The cadets who have experienced the program agree. “You have to understand the fundamentals. How can you lead people to be ethical if you don’t know how yourselR” said CIC Jamie Hatch.

The efforts of these important organizations, along with the work of

many other groups and individuals, ensures the success of the The Air Force Academy Golf Team, from left around the table are Matt Peterson (1997medalist, 2nd in 1998), Ben Leetsma (1998 medalist), Jeff

Academy’s efforts to educate the nest of cers and leaders for the next century. Through their help and the help of many others, it will continue to offer and improve upon these essential programs. For more

Scohy, Joe Petrosky, Danny Visosky and Ryan Dekok. Missing is Jason

information about the AOG, call (719) 472-0300. For the Falcon Foun¬

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The Secret Life of Waldo EDumbsquat ByDonHaU,76

The room at the end of the new dorm was

packed with sad cadets. The slapping sound of the card reader lled the air. Reams of perforated paper were strewn across the oor. Every now and then ahowl of rage pierced the evening air.

"Makes you want to be aComp Sci major, doesn’t it?” C/4C Waldo EDumbsquat asked his r o o m m a t e Wa r r e n H e e l s .

Warren shuddered. "This is more frightening than the Assault Course!”

Waldo looked at the computer paper belching out of the main frame. He didn’t want to get his hands too close to Its mouth. "Billy Burroughs” was known for eating cards, programs, and doolies.

‘Did your program work?” asked Warren Heels.

“I don’t think this is my program."

“Why not?”

“It continues to print the words ‘syntax error.’ That’s not what Iprogrammed mine to do. It’s supposed to say 'Go Falcons.’”

Warren shuddered again. “I bet you have to repunch your cards!”

“Oh, no!”

Waldo.

He ducked into anearby latrine and spoke the magic words "Dummy Stack.” Instantly, the freshman transformed into Colonel Waldo E Dumbsquat, aman who knows how to program his VCR. The of cer strode mightily into the lab.

"Attention in the area, attention in the area. Now hear this. All Comp Sci majors get with Cadet Gates and come up with anew operating system. That is all.”

Satis ed by the urry of cadet activity, the colonel left the lab and disappeared into an alcove. He quickly mutated into his original pathetic freshman body and returned to the main frame room.

“What’s all the fuss about in here?” Waldo asked Warren.

“The rsties are trying to invent abetter computer. Maybe one that doesn’t even need acard reader!”

Waldo sniffed the air. "With all the bodies in here it’s beginning to smell like ashower formation. Someone should open awindow...”

The room became deathly quiet. Cadet Gates stared AoughtfuUy at Waldo.

“Perhaps we could create apoint and click system based on DOS. Pull down screens would make programs user friendly. There would be aterminal in every dorm room... Nahhhh!”

The crowd of cadets returned to its chaotic state.

Waldo sighed.

The thought of punching 4,000 computer cards held no appeal for

Ftst Female Academy Department Head Makes History There’s anew face on the permanent professors, and she is making history. Col. Rita Campbell was nominated and con rmed as the rst female permanent professor for the Academy, and leads her troops in the Department of Management (DFM) into the fall semester and beyond. Campbell has established anew vision for DFM, challenging its members to create "the Air Force’s renown center for management education and expertise.”

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ments at Kincheloe Air Force Base, Mich.; Anderson AFB, Guam;

Barksdale AFB, La.; and Plattsburg AFB, N.Y. Her academic credentials include amaster’s degree from Louisiana Tech University and adoctorate from the University of Colorado at Boulder. While at USAFA, she served as the deputy department head for operations for DFM and completed for asabbatical tour at HQ EUCOM as deputy director of the Joint Contact Team in Latvia. (Information provided by the Dean of the Faculty’s management division.)

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Maintenance Status by AETC Air Education and Draining Command placed its eet of T-3A Fire y aircraft in minimal maintenance status Sept. 10, while ght testing and aircraft modi cations continue. Gen. Uoyd WNewton, AETC commander, suspended ight operations in the T-3A in July 1997 while the Air Force and Federal Aviation Agency conducts ight testing and any recommended modi cations are completed. The ight suspension was primarily to determine the cause of several unplanned engine stoppages.

In addition, the Air Force is studying the feasibility of installing acrew recovery system in the T-3 prior to resuming ight-screening operations. If the studies determine acrew recovery system is compatible with the T-3A aircraft, installation of the recovery system will take a minimum of two years.

The ight operations suspension is extending beyond the time initially

Col. Rita Campbell

projected because of the crew recovery system studies and other unexpected

To ful ll this vision, the department will continue its tradition of nationally recognized teaching excellence. The department will also increase its participation in both basic and applied research across a broad variety of management disciplines. Finally, department members will continue to add value both within the Department of Defense and to civilian agencies through avariety of consulting efforts.

An important component of Campbell’s vision is external validating of department quality. Therefore, Campbell is leading the way on a department initiative to achieve accreditation by the International Association of Management Education. Her accreditation efforts will provide external validation that management graduates are among the very best produced by schools of management or business.

Campbell was born In Stirling West, South Australia, of Latvian immigrant parents. Her family immigrated to the United States in 1960.

She entered the Air Force through ROTC at Case Western Reserve University and initially pursued the munitions maintenance career eld.

She cross-trained into aircraft maintenance and served in assign-

delays In engineering, modi cation processes and FAA certi cation. While the T-3A eet is held in minimal maintenance status, most of the remaining civilian instructor and maintenance staff will be released.

The Air Force uses the T-3A to screen pilot candidates prior to entry into undergraduate pilot school. Because of the longer than anticipated suspension, many students now begin undergraduate pilot training without completing a ight-screening program. The lack of a ightscreening program has contributed to rising attrition rates.

The increase in attrition is negatively impacting AETC’s ability to produce the pilots needed to meet Air Force mission requirements in the future. To lower attrition and better use Air Force pilot training resources, AETC plans to initiate an interim program to better prepare Air Force pilot candidates for undergraduate pilot training.

During the interim period of continued suspension of T-3A ight operations, AETC is planning for pilot candidates to attend civilian ight training at locations throughout the country to gain ight experience prior to entering undergraduate pilot training. (Courtesy of AETC News Service)

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ties, where the dress was painstakingly crafted gear or bathrobes decked

“Corning off of awin over the University of Detroit, unranked and unknown Air Force meets #l Iowa this week in Iowa City, along way from the Falcon’s nest in Colorado Springs."

Sounds impressive on its face, but does not loom nearly as big here in print as it does in the minds of the cadets, faculty, and staff of those years. The memories that have not dimmed still bring forth wonder and excitement and can spark hours of “war stories" about The THp to Iowa. Here is that event as seen through the eyes of a3rd Classman (sophomore) -it's the stuff that traditions are made of, the stuff that forges bonds still strong after forty years.

out like hyper military uniforms. Special tapes of martial music and combat sounds blaring in the halls brought cadets quickly from the Dean’s realm

Life at USAFA:

Cadet Life in those days was highly regimented. We had AMI every day plus aSAMI, aparade, and an IRl every Saturday simply “because it’s Saturday.” Oh, we also had academic classes on Saturday morning plus drill and intramurals two days aweek each.

Cadets were seldom off base other than in of cial activities in agroup, so nearly all time was spent at USAFA, always in uniform. We even slept in issued pajamas -bottoms and tops -enforced by inspection during the night. We studied in uniform. No civilian clothes were worn nor even kept in our rooms.

We wore Class A(coat and tie) uniforms to all football games. Then there was our picnic uniform consisting of water- repellent gray wool annel trousers with awhite sport shirt whose collar could be buttoned up for use with atie.

The evenings were clearly Dean’s time. Academic Call to Quarters was rigidly enforced from right after evening meal until Tattoo, 15 minutes before Taps. There was no visiting between rooms and the Absence Card was used under the Honor Code to enforce the rules of where you could be when.

USAFA nally had asenior class for the 1958/1959 season. In the fall of 1955, Air Force had elded afootball team even when we had only freshmen. In 1956, with sophomores, we also posted a6-1-2 record against opponents that included San Diego, CSU and BYU. The 1957 season, 3-61, included CSU, Utah, New Mexico, Wyoming, and UCLA with only freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. It was already atradition for all cadets to attend all home games which were then played at Denver University Stadium. The Cadet Wing stood for the entire game whenever the team was on the eld and all cadets knew all the cheers and pep songs.

to the rituals of prep for mortal combat.

There were skits, of cial ones organized by cheerleaders and ad hoc ones secretly planned by groups of spirited cadets. One pep rally at Lowry in 1956 had resulted in the wing advancing with xed, unsheathed bayonets down the street in Aurora, complete with growls and roars.

“The" Pep Rally: In October 1958 the Falcon team was undefeated, but facing the number one team in the nation, Iowa. Academy teams in all sports were unusually scrappy -outperforming expectations based on size, weight, and school records. Often the wing felt invincible, “Today this game, tomorrow the world!" But this was an away game, far away. Only the team was traveling and had already left the Academy Thursday afternoon.

The pep rally on the 2nd of October was held in the Vandenberg Cquadrangle, on the grass across from Cadet Supply and the Cadet Store. It was just anormal pep rally except that at Taps nobody dispersed. The of cerin-charge (OIC) responsible for the Cadet Wing at night and accustomed to “blind obedience” got no cooperation and the cheering went on and on.

Around 2300 the Commandant, Brig. Gen. Henry Riggs Sullivan, arrived in aformal (mess dress) uniform. He got up on aboulder and tried to make aspeech: “Gentlemen,” [yeaaaaaaal] “1 have been called away from an important civic event at the Antlers Hotel" [yeaaaaaaal] “Because of your refusal to obey the orders of the OIC.” [yeaaaaaaal] General Sullivan’s series of stern, serious admonitions were met with con¬

tinued joyous yeaaaaaaas. Finally, an exasperated Commandant shouted, “Well, what do you want?"

Without knowing in advance what we wanted we stood there for asecond or two -dumbfounded, because we were never asked what we wanted then:

“We want to go to Iowa! Want to go to Iowa! Want to go to Iowa! Want to go to Iowa! Want to go to Iowa! Want to go to Iowa!” for about 10 minutes, then General Sullivan shouted:

“OK, we’ll go to Iowa. Idon’t know how yet, but we’ll go.”

Suddenly satis ed, the pep rally dispersed and the cadets went to bed and instantly to sleep, but not so for the cadre -the of cers, NCOs and civilian staff. General Sullivan called in the staff at midnight and they started making arrangements -waking bus company owners to lease buses, calling Air Force bases to arrange hot food and box lunches enroute, providing

fresh ight lunches and C-rations for our rst night on the buses, calling Iowa to get ablock of tickets, arranging with Air Force Finance to loan cadets the money for bus fare and spending cash, deferring term papers, shifting exams -rescheduling everything of an of cial nature that would interfere with our going to Iowa.

In the morning we got the word and had some quick decisions to make.

The bus fare would exceed amonth’s pay. Girl friends were in Colorado, not Iowa... Not aU cadets went -some chose not to, some were on the tour

The 1958-59 Falcon Football Squad In August 1958 Academy personnel and operations had moved from Lowry

AFB in Denver to the “Permanent Site” on the front of the Rampart Range near Colorado Springs. Due to lack of housing, many faculty andstaffmade the round trip daily on the green string bean, an articulated two-section

braska. We were thrilled with our adventure, but ever mindful of our re¬

the parade ground before “vandals” moved them all over the parade ground and caused aparade to be canceled, much to the delight of the wing.

Cadets in those days were imbued with belief that they were serious professionals in whose hands lay the future of the United States. Those civilians in Ice Cream, Indiana or Cup Cake, Illinois may not know or care, but the Air

Force cadets were acutely aware of the Cold War and the role Air Power played in America's defense. Thus there was aserious, hard-work mind-set among cadets -unusually strong for their ages. Integral to cadet life were spirited activities that provided relief from the strict regimentation.

Pep rallies were held at Tattoo on Thursday nights, sometimes at the west end of the terrazzo (Honor Code Portal), and sometimes in one of the ground oor quadrangles of Vandenberg Hall. They were essentially costume par-

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We boarded buses about noon and headed for Iowa. This was before the

underway -no Field house. No chapel. No Sijan Hall. No stadium. The gym and Arnold Hall were not nished. Aand Bsections of Vandenberg Hall

the Air Gardens. Hundreds of balled trees had been stored at west end of

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The front range, where the Great Plains meet the Rockies, was having a severe fall, having had 20 inches of snow in mid-September. The Cadet Wing had been called out to shake snow off the young, newly- planted trees in

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path -but most, over 1,000 of the 1,200 did.

The Tirip: To minimize disruption to academics, the Dean compressed the class

bus, to and from their homes in Denver. There was lots of construction

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spective places in the class structure of 1°, 2°, 3", and 4° cadets in which upper classes provided leadership and sage advice while the lower classes

dutifully and respectfully responded with awe and enthusiasm. That day we were all one team, going to support OUR team!

Stiff from the all night ride with tful upright sleep, we nally stopped for a breakfast and latrine break at Offutt AFB early in the morning. The whole base was excited -it was their team too! We had aquick meal of eggs, bacon, and pancakes on stainless steel tray-plates and then back in the buses and on to Iowa!

On and on we rode, pulling into the stadium parking lot after the team was on the eld for warm-up exercises. The team had not been told we were coming, so it was areal shot for them, when, just before kickoff the part of the wing that had arrived marched, then ran screaming across the eld and into our seats on the 25 yard line and broke into sustained, non-stop completely synchronized cheers U! SI A! F! A! Aiiirrrrr Fortrtrce! Tfeam Fight!

Unlike the unstructured cacophony of many sports crowds. Air Force did it together. So, we stood and cheered and gave that one giant-sizel,000voice for the team -the “twelfth man” was there. Air Force was ahead, then

Iowa came from behind at the last minute to end at 13 -13. Air Force was still

undefeated and had been tied by the number one team in the nation!

Here is what the captain of that football team, Consensus All-American Brock Strom, ‘59, remembered about the game;

speci ed disciplinary limits for re ecting discredit on the Cadet Wing.

“When it had been announced in the papers the year before that Air Force would play Iowa, we were predicted to lose 50 to zip. We had just own out and worked out at the Iowa stadium and it was Iam sure the largest stadium

The THp home: Although we had not slept in abed since Thursday night, we left Iowa about 2200 Saturday and rode 24 hours home to USAFA arriving at Taps on Sunday night, facing anormal Monday of inspection, Doolie knowledge, classes, military formations, drill, and intramurals -the disciplined life of acadet.

We were tired but happy, lled with indelible memories of teamwork and

that we had seen since the ill-fated game versus UCLA where we took the

success and abelief in an Air Force -both cadre and cadet -that was

place of Florida State because of a u epidemic. As you remember, Iowa was favored to win the Big Ten Conference, which at that time was the premier football conference in the country. They did win the conference and won in the Rose Bowl that year. And little old Air Force was certainly the underdog.

ible, courageous, willing to think out of the box, willing to attempt the unattainable, able to respond quickly and effectively.

On Saturday, Oct. 4, 1958, outweighed, but not out-fought, the scrappy Falcons had stunned the Iowa Hawkeyes and won the admiration of the nation. The team went on to out score their opponents 247 to 102, garner several All-American Honors, and play in the Cotton Bowl to a0-0 tie with

We needed all the help that we could get and the wing provided it.

“We had heard that the wing was chartering buses the night before the game and the team was really impressed. Iwas out for the coin ip as the cadets came marching in. You could tell that this was not the usual marchon because they didn’t even have time to size up the formation. As Iremember, there were anumber of buses that started and only about half of them made it for the start of the game. But it was an inspiration to me while Iwas waiting for the coin toss and it was an inspiration to each and every¬

one on the team when Itold them about the wing arriving.As was typici, Iwas blubbering while Itold them, but they all listened.

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TCU for afantastic undefeated season. We had beaten Detroit, CSU,

Stanford, Utah, Oklahoma State, Denver, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Colorado.

It really was not so much the score of the game, rather, it was that on The Trip to Iowa the tradition of cadets and cadre working together to do the impossible on the eld and off the eld had begun! lim Burton, ‘59, who as 1st Group commander had led the quick marchon, said after reading adraft of the story: “The real beauty of the entire experience was in the fact that it was so spontaneous from beginning to end; the decision to go, the mad dash across the country in along snaking caravan, the march onto the eld, the game itself. The ‘Trip to Iowa’ was the de ning moment in the coming of age for ayoung Air Force Academy that was searching for its own identity. Anyone who was fortunate enough to experience the trip will never forget it."

“Here is atoast to the host of the men we boast, the U. S. Air Force."

VA . I n s u r a n c e H o a x

Resurfaces on the Internet Amessage on the Internet has caused some confusion among veterans who have VA insurance policies. False information about dividends appear periodically.

These announcements declare that Congress has recently passed abill which entitles veterans and service persons to adividend based upon their On the way to a13-13 tie!

“The pride that Ifelt being apart of the Air Force Academy at that moment was awondrous thing. The emotional send-off that it gave me was one thing that Iwill never forget and it had an effect on each of the Falcons that played that day. You could not help but be impressed. The older fans in Iowa still remember it and talk about it -and they treated the cadets who made the trip with all kinds of respect.

“It is agame that Iwill never forget, and Iwill always respect my classmates and the wing for making that sacri ce. Iknow that they gave up a weekend to make the trip, it cost them money and time away for their studies and girl friends. But as far as the wing supporting the team, there is nothing that could have said it any plainer. It was aspecial time and aspecial thing for the wing to do to pull us all together. It worked and 1am proud to have been on the receiving end of alot of love and support from the wing. It was the send-off that resulted in the only undefeated football team at the Academy. It would not have happened without the support of the Academy staff and the Cadet Wing. Ithank and have respect for each member of the wing that was there and it certainly sent amessage that the team heard and responded to. Thanks again! “ Back at USAFA there was imagination and spirit too: Chuck Ferrari, ‘59, was serving aClass III for signing in late from summer leave (and piloting his own plane when cadets could not even have cars). He recently wrote to Ed Zompa, ‘61, who had also been marching tours that day: “Guess who was the Cadet OD while you were walking tours -You got it -ME! Being on restrictions, I, of course, could not go to the Iowa game but, seeing as how almost everyone, of cers included, was gone the MFWlCs decided Icould at least be the OD and supervise the underclassmen who were marching tours. So, there Iwas, watching you guys pound the ramp and reviewing the error of my ways. Iremember rotating you guys off the ramp, two at a time, to join me in the OD’s ‘room’ to watch the game on television for at least afew minutes every hour.”

After the game the campus was one big open house. We were invited to fraternity and sorority parties and had agreat time. Although we were all dressed alike in blue suits with silver buttons, we felt like real college students. When it was time to board the buses there was some public drunkenness (one with trousers down around the ankles) -but not asingle lie to cover it up. (“We will not lie, cheat, or steal nor tolerate anyone among us who does.”) Days later there would be several highly-publicized Class-Ill punish¬

prior years of service, and are part of arecurring problem of misinformation that dates back to 1965. Unfortunately, this misinformation unneces¬

sarily raises the expectations of veterans and service personnel and detracts from our ability to serve our veterans.

The dividend “hoax”, as we refer to it, had its origins in aspecial dividend that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), then known as the Veterans

Administration, did pay to World War II veterans who had National Service Life Insurance policies. Approximately $2.7 billion was paid in 1950 to over 16 million of these veterans under the “1948 special dividend.”

Some time in 1965, the special dividend news announcements of 15 years earlier resurfaced and were mistakenly published by several newspapers.

The special dividend had already been paid out to virtually all eligible government life insurance policyholders and there was no new special dividend. VA moved quickly to educate the news media, but some well-meaning individuals and organizations began to publish the announcements in smaller publications, newsletters, and yers. The actual scope of the original dividend became

ctionalized and some publications declared the divi¬

dend available to all veterans (not just World War II) and even to those who never carried government life insurance while in the service. The latest rumor is that active service persons, Reservists and personnel separated within the last few years are eligible.

The 1948 special dividend program required veterans to apply for the payment. Over the years the dividend story has prompted hundreds of thousands of veterans to write and “apply" for this bene t. Although the amount of letters has uctuated, we have received as many as 15-20,000 inquiries

per week about this dividend in the past. Because of the volume of these requesters for anonexistent bene t. Congress passed alaw in 1970 that prohibited payment of any special dividend declared prior to 1952 unless the application was received before 1954. There has been no recent legislation authorizing any “special” dhidends.

Dividends are not payable to current service members insured under Servicesman’s Group Life insurance (SGLI) or Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI). SGLI and VGLI are group policies and therefore, do not pay dividends.

For your information, VA continues to pay routine dividends on several policy series, but only to veterans who have kept their policies in force. These veterans receive their dividends automatically on the anniversary date of

their individual policy. They do not have to apply. Contact your local VA

ments announced at noon meal at Mitchell Hall (as was the custom for all

RegionalOf ceforaddition^assistancebydialingourtoll-freenumber,1-

Class III punishments), 90 demerits, 150 tours, and sbt months restriction to

800-827-1000. (Provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.)

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Flight Training for ’98 Graduates Begins at Local Flight Schools The students, who all have specialized undergraduate pilot training

“Safety is your #1 concern... Go there, be safe and y.” Brig. Gen. Stephen R. Lorenz, commandant of cadets, sent off 39 second lieutenants with these words of advice. In late October, 1998 Academy graduates awaiting pilot training began anew introductory ight training program with seven local civilian FAA-certi ed ight schools.

(SUPT) start dates within 60 days, will receive between 20 and 40 hours

of ight training as well as ground school instruction. After the initial 39 students depart for SUPT, an additional 106 members of the Class of 1998 with later training dates are scheduled to receive local introductory ight training.

The initial 39 graduates are test cases, according to Col. Daniel R. Eagle, 34“’ Operations Group commander. Their progress will be tracked daily.

The U.S. Air Force does not consider the training program asubstitute for the ight screening program previously conducted in the T-3. The T-3 was placed in minimal maintenance status in September while ight testing and aircraft modi cations continue.

Participating ight schools include: Aspen Flying Club (Englewood), American Aviation, Inc. (Peyton), Arrow Aviation (Colorado Springs), Colorado Skyways (Colorado Springs), Pikes Peak Flying Club (Colorado Springs), and Wings of Denver Flying Club Inc. (Englewood). (Information compiled by the Academy Spirit Staff)

New Pilots Will Serve Longer

Second Lieutenant Brett Comer does athorough pre ight before beginning his ight training at Arrow Aviation in Colorado Springs (Photo

by Larry Hulst courtesy the Academy Spirit.)

Since T-3A operations are still suspended, this new program is designed to give second lieutenants ying experience prior to leaving for specialized undergraduate pilot training. The two factors which most affect success at pilot training are motivation and having some ying experience, according to Lt. Gen. Tad J. Oelstrom, Academy superintendent. Past statistical studies have shown that those with prior aviation experience dramatically increase their chances of successfully completing pilot training.

Sabre Society Thanked for Gift to Speakers Program

In an effort to increase pilot retention in the long term and ensure the nation gets afair return on alarge investment, the Acting Secretary of the Air Force F. Whitten Peters and Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Michael E. Ryan announced earlier this year their decision to increase the active-duty service commitment for specialized undergraduate pilot training to 10 years.

This is the rst time the Air Force has instituted a10-year commitment; the previous eight-year commitment was instituted in 1988. The increase will affect people entering pilot training on or after October 1999.

“The Class of 2000 will be the rst group of cadets affected by this new policy,” said Capt. Mike Smith, ight commander of military personnel ight. Academy and ROTC cadets commissioned during scal year '98 and FT99 will not be affected by the increase.

Under the current ADSC system, pilots can incur additional commitment time for programs such as upgrade and instructor training.

Individuals incurring the 10-year commitment will not receive any other ying ADSCs, but they may still incur PCS, promotion, and other non- ying commitments. (Information provided by the Military Personnel Flight to f/ie Academy Spirit)

Col. Jim Shaw, USAF, Retired

AOG Solicits AFA Fund Projects!

Executive Director, Sabre Society Dear Jim,

Allow me to take this opportunity to offer my sincere thanks to

the Sabre Society for their generous gift this year to the Distinguished Speakers Program. As you know, this program pays for visits by distinguished senior scholars, retired government of cials, military of cers, senior DOD civilians, congressional staff members, and other professionals to bring life to the theoretical and analytical topics discussed in academic programs. These visits are

truly unique in that they allow more interactions among faculty, cadets and our visitors.

Through your funds we are able to offer something to the cadets and improve the quality of programs offered at the Academy in ways that absolutely could not be accomplished without them. There are many recent restrictions on using appropriated funds for honoraria, and these restrictions have made it prohibitive for departments to bring in leaders of their eld, asupporting beam of academic and military excellence. In addition, appropriated funds have

not been allocated in the amounts needed for abroad-based program across the faculty on any account. Therefore, the Sabre

Society’s gift adds substantial value to keeping, indeed elevating, the Academy in the top tier of academic institutions.

Throughout this academic year, via my staff, Iwill keep you updated on the many quality speakers we have brought to the Academy only by virtue of the funds you have provided. At that time I

hope it will be clear to you just how tremendously your gift has contributed to the professional development of our cadets.

Sincerely Douglas J. Murray, Colonel, USAF Staff Supervisor, Distinguished Speakers Program

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By Jim Shaw, ‘67 Vice President, Development

The annual Air Force Academy (AFA) Fund drive is well underway to raise money to help provide the “extra margin of excellence" for the cadet experience. AFA funds have been used to support avariety of projects and needs identi ed through the Academy’s Gift Needs List.

The AOG Board also actively solicits and considers proposals from AOG members and Chapters which will enhance AOG membership, support cadets, and/or bene t the Academy. Member/Chapter initiated proposals for FY2000 (1 July 1999 -30June 2000) must be received by the AOG Development Of ce by Feb. 26,1999.

In considering aproposal, the board uses the following guidelines and criteria. AFA Fund money will be used for Academy and cadet support, programs for Academy graduates, projects that build links between cadets and graduates, and for programs which attract and retain AOG members. AFA Fund money allocated to the Academy is intended to provide the “extra margin of excellence” in cadet education, training, and morale. Funds allocated to programs for graduates are intended to promote an increased sense of community among graduates, produce direct bene ts for graduates, create or enhance chapter/society programs, and improve relations between the Academy and the AOG/chapters and societies.

Emphasis will be given to projects and proposals which bear alasting value to the Academy or the graduate community, provide the broadest bene t to graduates and cadets, and provide the greatest recognition for the AOG and fund donors. Plan now for FY 2000. For details on submitting applications, please call the AOG Development Of ce at (719) 472-0300.

Samuel has own more than 50 combat sorties during Operations Southern Watch, Vigilant Warrior and Northern Watch, and has deployed to Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Morocco, Sardinia and Scotland to participate in exercises and contingency operations.

The Kolligian trophy is named after 1st Lt. Koren Kolligian Jr., an Air Force pilot declared missing in the line of duty when his T-33 aircraft

disappeared off the California coast Sept. 14, 1955. The trophy is the only Air Force individual safety award personally presented by the Air Force chief of staff. (Air Force News Service)

Academy Welcomes New Vice Superintendent, Brian Binn, 72

control cables.

The pilot quickly took all emergency procedures and managed to maintain straight and level

ight; however, as he prepared to land,

fuel vapors entered the wheel well and cause asecond explosion that destroyed the electrical wiring in the right main landing gear. Despite severe structural damage and extensive ight control problems, Samuel ew a awless approach and successfully engaged the landing cable.

The Academy welcomed anew vice superintendent on Nov. 1. Col. Brian Binn, '72, replaced Col. Peter Fox, '70, who retired in September.

Binn came to the Academy after serving as vice commander of 19* Air Force, Air Education and Training Command at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. He is acommand pilot with more than 6,100 ight hours.

Academy Graduate Honored with Two JUskegee Awards

By Airman 1®' Class Richard Kbmurek Academy Spirit Staff

The national group Tuskegee Airmen Inc. earlier this year awarded Maj. Yolandea Wood, '86, former Academy history instruc¬

tor, two awards for contributions to youth aviation programs.

Wood, who left the Academy for Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D.

earlier this year, received the Brig. Gen. Noel Parrish Award and the Tuskegee Presidential Award at the 27“' Annual Tuskegee Air¬

Col. Brian Biim, ‘72

men Convention in Washington, D.C., Aug. 8.

The annual Parrish award recognizes aperson whose achievements enhance equal access to knowledge, skills and opportuni¬

After graduating from the Academy in 1972, Binn spent four years here as an assistant professor of aeronautics, and executive of cer to the Dean of the Faculty beginning in 1980. “I’ve been impressed by the

t i e s . W o o d i s t h e 11 “ ' w i n n e r o f t h e a w a r d , t h e

rst women and the

rst active-duty Air Force member to be honored with the award.

The Presidential Award was given to Wood for her work with the local Tuskegee Airmen chapter that is comprised mostly of cadets and other Academy members.

According to Wood, the Academy Tuskegee Airmen chapter has raised thousands of dollars for cadet ying programs and hosted guest speakers for cadets. The chapter sponsors pre- ight training ying lessons for cadets who have no previous ight experience, to encourage careers in aviation. For Wood, winning the

changes I’ve seen since my last tour at the Academy,” said Binn. “It’s exciting to have the opportunity to return once again.”

As vice superintendent, Binn serves as the chief administrator to the superintendent and as principal coordinating agent for command matters. “I look forward to getting around to all the mission elements and meeting the dedicated men and women contributing to our important mission,” Binn said.

The colonel and his wife, Barbara, have three children, daughters Kelly and Lisa, and son Keith.

awards came as ashock. “I was totally dumbfounded,” she said.

"This was the second time Iwas nominated, and I gured Iwould never win,” she added.

Soaring Team Takes First Place During Labor Day weekend, while most of the country was enjoying the last wisps of summer, the Academy’s cross-country soaring team successfully competed in the Rocky Mountain Soaring Contest in Fort Collins, Colo.

The team consisted of 94“' Flying Training Squadron of cers and cadet soaring instructor pilots and took rst place by outscoring the closest competition by almost 300 points. The contest, sponsored by the Colorado Soaring Association, was open to organized teams as well as individual pilots and was held at Owl Canyon Glider Port, adusty strip 12 miles north of Fort Collins.

The 94“' FTS sent three gliders to the contest: one ASK-21 and two Schweizer l-26s, and dominated by taking rst, third and fourth

place. The team consisted of seven competition pilots and four ground crew members to help with launching and recovering the sailplanes.

Academy Flying Team Wins 15th First Place The Academy FiyingTeam brought home Region One honors accumulating 374 points at the competition in Rangely Colorado this past October. This is the 15th year in arow that the team took top honors in the regional competition. (Photo by Larry Hulst courtesy the Academy Spirit)

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1990 Graduate Earns Top Air Force Safety Award

Capt. Jeffrey B. Samuel, '90, apilot wlio overcame multiple in- ight explosions and made asafe landing has received the Air Force's highest safety award. The 1997 KorenKolligian Jr. Trophy was presented

by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Michael E. Ryan, ‘65, in aceremony at the Pentagon earlier this year. Samuel was the 41st recipient of the Kolligian trophy, presented annually to the aircrew member who most successfully manages aserious in- ight emergency.

The captain is assigned as an instructor pilot and ight evaluator in the 493rd Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England.

Samuel’s award-tvinning actions stemmed from an in- ight emergency June 27, 1997, involving his F-15C. During aweapon system evaluation program live missile re mission, one of the AIM-7 missiles broke apart immediately after launch. The resulting explosion caused amassive fuel leak in the ghter aircraft and severed its ight

FA L C O N S P O RT S Col. Randall W. Spetman, ‘76, Athletic Director

Falcon Gridders Off to WAG Playoff, Aloha Bowl The Academy football team won the Western Athletic Conference Mountain Division after their 22-16

nal regular-season game against

Rice on Nov. 21 and were headed to Las Vegas and the WAC Championship playoffs in Sam Boyd Stadium Dec. 5, against Brigham Young Uni¬

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versity, the Paci c Division champions.

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Falcons Wm 12th Commander-in-Chiefs TYophy Bryce Fisher proudly heaves the Western Athletic Conference Mountain Division Champion trophy after the Academy beat Rice University 22-16 on Nov.21. With the win, the Falcons were off to playBYUin the WAC championship game in Las Vegas and also accepted an invitation to play in the Jeep Aloha Bowl Christmas Classic in Honolulu on Christmas Day. (Photo by Larry Hulst courtesy the Academy Spirit) The Falcons nished their regular season with a10-1 posting while BYU had a9-3 nish. Earlier in the season, the team captured the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy beating Navy at home 49-7 and Army away 35-7. The Falcons also garnered an invitation to play in the Jeep Aloha Bowl Christmas Classic Doubleheader Dec. 25 in Honolulu, Hawaii.

The teams box score follows:

Sept. 5Wake Forest -won 42-0 Sept. 12 at UNLV-won 52-10 Sept. 17 Colorado State -won 30-27 Sept. 26 at Texas Christian -lost 34-35 Oct. 3NewMexico-won 56-14

Oct. 10 Navy -won 49 -7 Oct.24 atTiilsa-won42-21

Falcon quarterback Blaine Morgan picks up yardage as Air Force de¬

feated Navy 49-7 and Army 35-7 this season to win the Commander-in Chief’s Trophy for the 12th time. The Falcons’ combined points of victory margin are the most in Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy history (Photo courtesy Sports Information)

Doolittle Hall Available

For Many Special Occasions Doolittle Hall is now available at very reasonable rates for special functions. To date the AOG has hosted avariety of events: department meetings, retirements, wedding receptions, workshops, cocktail parties, luncheons and formal and informal dinners. Doolittle

Hall can accommodate as many as 300 at asit-down dinner and more than 500 for acocktail party.

Available facilities include conference rooms, the library lounge with bar, and outdoor patio area, weather permitting. AOG members receive preferential rates. For more speci c information on your special-function needs, please call Jean Bickford at the AOG at (719) 472-0300.

Oct. 31 SMU-won 31-7

Nov. 7at Army -won 35-7

Nov. 14 atVl^oming-won 10-3 N o v. 2 1 R i c e - w o n 2 2 - 1 6

1999 Football Schedule (As of 19 November 1998)

Sept. 4Villanova at USAFA &AOG Tailgate Sept. 18 USAFA at U. ofWashington Sept. 25 Wyoming at USAFA &AOG Tailgate Oct. USAFA at San Diego State U. Oct. 9USAFA at Navy Oct. 16 Utah at USAFA, Homecoming &AOG Thilgate O c t . 3 0 U S A FA a t B Y U

Nov. 6Army at USAFA &AOG Thilgate N o v. 1 3 U N LV a t U S A FA N o v. 2 0 U S A FA a t C S U N o v. 2 7 U S A FA a t N e w M e x i c o

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P e t e To d d

1250 Big Valley Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80919-1015 Home: (719) 531-5874

FAX: (719) 531-6697 E-mail: petetodd@aol.com Percent members: 83

Well, it nally happened. Everybody was having such agood atime throughout the summer that you forgot to trumpet your activities to the Scribe. So, for the rst time in nearly ten years, the mailbag is nearly empty. Bummer.

But not completely. Paul LASEN e-mailed me to be sure no one missed amajor 59er milestone: On July 2, The Oldest Living Grad, a.k.a. Art SHUMATE, led the Class of 1959 into the full-bene t Social Security era! Paul thinks this gives us leverage to induce Art not to miss the 1999 reunion; we could threaten to put acontract out on him and cause him to lose his number one position. (Does anybody know who’s number two? Is it even a59er?)

Paul also waxed poetic about an Oklahoma City airshow he attended in June. He liked the WW11 warbirds, but was particularly impressed with the two F- 104s that performed. He feels it sad that we don’t have more of the century series ghters still airborne for such shows. 1hear that.

One piece of good news on the health front: Charlie MEIER has come through double bypass surgery in ne fashion. Like most of us would have, he put the operation off until the symptoms and doctor’s advice became insistent and inescapable, but feels so good now that Betsy is having trouble slovring him down.

The other piece of good news involves not a59er, but one of our class’ heroes, B/ Gen (Ret) Robert McDermott, In May, “McD” received the 1998 Alumni Achievement Award from Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration. This rare

honor recognizes alumni who embody the very highest standards of professional

accomplishment. Past recipients have come from awide variety of businesses and backgrounds. All have combined great personal achievement and integrity with service to profession and community. His certi cate reads, in part, “Epitome of patriotism, principle, and the heroic ideal, you transform organizations with your

extraordinary foresight and ability to lead. From high technology to human resources, your innovations change the way that things are done forever.” Sounds

like the McD we know. Harvard couldn’t have found amore tting person upon whom to bestow this special honor. All the 59ers extend our warmest congratulations.

By the time you read these words in Checkpoints, we will all know the answer to

the burning question of the year, namely, will the Falcons’ 3-0 start translate into another brilliant season or vrill they stumble over their national ranking and punt several games to lesser opponents. For those of you who saw the CSU game, you saw the best and the worst of what they’re capable of doing. Here’s to arecord season!

Bestwishesfora great holiday seasonanda healthy, happy new year. And please pass on your news and views; vrithout your help, Tm down to cute grandbaby sayings in the next column.

Thought for the quarter. Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity.

A.J. (Rosie) Cler, Jr. 11181 West 17 th Ave.

Building Two, Unit 208 Lakewood, CO 80215-2759 (303) 238-4973, FAX: 237-0772 Percent members: 77

Goose and Ron dwar ng Ludwig's Castle.

ange with an unprocessed ef uent spiked with liberal doses of Sarin -and always-clever-column-contributor Barbara KENDALL (nickname: Scoop) provided the bene ts of her watchful eye by reporting that “I kept my eyes peeled! ”(R: Get it? If not. I’ll write alitde slower)...

Next on the whirl of social activity here in the Rockies was the 'Wine and Cheese Festival in Winter Park August P‘. Ron and Connie YATES and daughter Kristy invited Karen and Ito their Iron Horse Lodge condo for curdling some cheese

and to drink lotsa wine. (When you’re seeking the companionship of acongenial couple to ride several hundred miles over the hills and dales of Mother Nature’s more treacherous trails which even Lewis &Clark wouldn’t attempt to hurdle, contact the YATESes. They’re serious mountain bikers.) Note: If you’ve got aspecial event you’d like to report (Mushroom Day, Flat Earth Society meeting. Pancake Dinner ofthe Mars Society), send details to my Society Editor, Ms. DaMeanor.

WHATIAMFAMOUSFORAWARD. “I’ve been agood ri e shot all my life. Used to hunt deer, and when in my 20’s did abit of mountain climbing and wanted to hunt bighorn sheep. In the ‘60s Ibuilt ari e specially designed for sheep hunting. A1917 Winchester En eld, Iinstalled a25-caliber barrel and chambered it for 30-07, meaning that it can zero at 300 yards, shoots two inches high at 150 yards; and, Ideveloped alonging to re-enact aPaleolithic hunting ritual. I’m a fraction American Indian with agrandfather named Eagle, and started dreaming about hunting bands moving from Siberia across Alaska to Colorado enroute to Mexico. The mountain sheep in Alaska -Dali sheep, are white all year and hard to hunt but not to see. So, Ispent 10 days in 1996 seeking sheep. 100-mile bush plane ight into aremote no-load camp in the Wrangell Mountains and 20 miles on ahorse to abase camp. Me, aguide, and wrangler for the eight horses. Td tuned the ri e and planned taking just one bullet. I’d only take asure shot. We and three wild horses chased one sheep up and down afew thousand feet of cliffs next to the Carl Glacier for about ve days. He saw us and moved away before I could get within 300 yards; nally making amistake, Igot in aquick shot. That sheep fell over 1,000 feet down the mountain. We went back to camp and Itook this picture the next morning.” (Jack BRUSH)

Sad news rst. Gary Francis CREW died July 28"’ in Denver's Porter Hospital. He had an angioplasty July 8,1998 followed by two open-heart surgeries, minor stoke, and four operations. Services were held at the USAFA Chapel 8/1/98 with interm e n t a t o u r c e m e t e r y.

Ron DEEP (Honor Rep 2,1) writes: “Still teaching probability and statistics, arti¬

cial intelligence, and operations research at the University of Dayton’s School of Engineering. Carolyn and Iwent to Europe and were met in Munich by Gary and Susan GULBRANSEN, who drove us down to Garmish. We then took atrain to

Italy while Gary and Susan returned for the Kentucky Derby. Touring the Roman Coliseum and Forum was fabulous, stirring memories of the (RosAl) toga parties!

Carolyn and I’ll see you at the 40*' reunion.”

Social Swirl. The TWoth Annual Potato Fest (R: as always, Idisavow making this up) was held July 2&3in downtown Monument CO. Classmates living in this megalopolis (land’s cheap, water’s plentiful, food stamps easily obtained) are the KENDALLS, YATESes, GLAZA, WARACKs, and SCHEHRs. Potatoes -check the speUing with Danny Quayle -were submitted for prizes in the categories of baked, casseroles, or miscellaneous. (R: locals regard this event as virtually comparable to Madame Curie’s invention of the transistor radio). Killer KENDALL had apotato in the back of his bathing suit, PUPICH fed YATES Slivovitz -that’s agent Or-

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CLASS NEWS

Jack and Friend

Norman Cope ALEXANDER says he’s “still pushing arope at Parker-Hannifm, ready to retire but short some green. Ido carefully invest in my ability to pick six correct numbers each Wednesday and Saturday night, however. My oldest, Suzane, and her husband are in England with Boeing, She quit several years ago but starts back next month. He’s on the Nimrod program and they nd they really like living overseas, Debbie and 1spent 10 days over there last fall for asuper visit. Our second daughter Mitzi and her family live in Aurora, and we visit often since the greatest grandkids in the world are there. lust returned from an Alaskan inner passage cruise followed by afew days with our former pastor and his family in anchorage -Debbie’s rst cruise, and she’s ready for another. John BROWNING and Iare happy hiding out here in Weatherford XX; we haven’t yet decided if we’ll join you old people any time soon.”

wit FUTCH and wife, Marti, told me about their recent enjoyable time in En¬

gland. Aweek in London, Stratford-on-Avon to see Twelfth Night, York and the English Motorway to Edinburgh for three days and Inverness, then across to the isle of Skye and inverary, nally to Glasgow four days and back to London. Walt’s working on afund-raising drive for their local Lompoc CA library, and went in mid-July to Sacramento for areunion of his last USAE ying squadron with Ken and Carol BIEHLE.

Edward A. Zompa 121 Scenic Drive

Madison, AL 35758 (205) 971-8973 E-Mail: Vtailed@aol.com Percent members: 83

It’s column time again, and there is news from Pat BUCKLEY in the U. K. Pat went to the Schneider Trophy Air Race at Bembridge Airport on the Isle of Wight, just across the water from his cottage on Spice Island in Old Portsmouth, England, The race started in 1913 and was won consecutively by Lts. Rittenhouse and Doolittle of the U.S.A. in 1923 and 1925. The end result was

the Spit re. Pat turned 59 on 9/13 and ran in the Portsmouth, England Great South Run of 10 miles; completed it in 1hour, 29 minutes, 11.42 seconds. Pat has also been doing some soaring there.

The second annual Gray Tag Redneck Roundup (GTRR) convenes at Gulf Shores 10/2-10/5, arranged by Jimmy POOLE. Expected to attend are: Sam and Gwen BARAZONNE, Bob and Jan BRICKEY, Doug and Dee CAIRNS, Jimmy

and Patty HOURIN, Charlie and Lynda NEEL, Hector and Joan NEGRONI (New grandparents!), PB and Mer O’CONNER, Jimmy and Susan POOLE, Bob and Winnie WAGNER, Lowell and Sandy JONES, Neal and Gwen WESTBROOK, and 1and Gayle. John PAYNE may visit, given suf cient social pressure.

Gordon CLARKE heard from Tom PATTIE for the

rst time in about 19 years.

Tom has retired for the second time (from Civil Service in Washington) due to alingering back injury sustained in Vietnam. Tom was thrown out of the back seat of an 0-1 as it was shot down and suffered many injuries, including a

broken back, and was in acoma for about three months. After recovering at Walter Reed for about ayear, he returned to active duty in an infantry battal¬

ion in Germany, only to be medically retired from the Army sometime later.

Gordon feels Tom would be glad to hear from others: Tom Pattie, P.O. Box 372, Basye, Va. 22810-0372, (540) 856-2524. Note: He lives alone and does not have e-mail.

(Editor’s note: The following paragraph concerning Earl AMAN was sent in to Checkpoints in September. We are sorry to report that Earl died on Oct. 15. His funeral, attended by numerous classmates, was at the Academy on Oct. 19.)

Ken and Carol, Marti and Walt

Seems that England’s the current destination of choice. Frank (Water polo Club 2,1) and Eve MAYBERRY spent the summer with Eve’s brother in West Sussex, isle ofWight (not Wong), Exeter to research Frank’s ancestors, North Devon in an onsite van at Ilfracombe, East Anglia, Cambridge’s colleges, Yorkshire, returning to

count had been down, which required acouple units of blood. Thanks to much Gray Tag support generated through the Gray Tag Net, Earl won a$1,000 prize

for the Internet contest he entered. Also, the XIO Software Company commit¬

Contest. Alot of our classmates -and here I’m not at liberty to say exactly how many, although their numbers are rapidly approaching single-digit proportions have asked: When are you (Rosie) going to have acontest? One in which we can

ted to paying the Courage Foundation 10 percent of their July sales. Here, I’ll

win valuable prizes? The answer is: NOW! So, who can recall those classmates

been monumental. 1feel fortunate to have had the chance to spend the past

with nicknames conforming to sobriquets connoting the abilities to run, crawl, swim or ignite upon impact? Who was the Gnome?Roach?Rat? Whale?Dolphin?

couple years close by -and together with Larry (FREEMAN), to help out a little bit." Thanks, Marc.

Duck?Hawk?Bear?PifSeal?Gnat?Wedge?Mole?Panda?Snake?Germ?Flea?

The ski trip is coming together per Stu BOYD for the weekend after President’s weekend (Feb) with room reservations for 20 starting Thursday the 18th. Stu is asking for 10 for Sunday night the 20th for those who want to get in one last day. Marriott bought and completely remodeled the hotel.

-those were some bottom feeders from ’59). 1*> Prize: You’ll be

own back to

picturesque Ponca City OK on “Wing and aPrayer Airways” (motto: “Our Pilots are Really Young, but our Planes are Alot older”), provided semi-modern lodging at the Just Dropped Inn for two nights, and receive discount breakfast coupons at Betty’s Bar-B-Q and Grits Palace (“Mandarin/Peruvian/African/Basque/Russian/ Soul Food is Our Specialty”). 2“* Prize: Afull month, two meals aday and avery brief ride in any T-3A of INFINITE duration. Submit your entry today and we’ll include achit for appetizers at Sam-n-Ella’s Pork chop Pit (to more rapidly facilitate the processing of your contest form, include alarge bottle of Stolichnaya vodka).

just quote Marc directly, "Earl is one hell of a ghter -probably the most courageous man 1have ever known. And Lucy’s caring love and support have

Rooms will be $71. There will be alarge dinner for the 19th. Snow Basin is

adding four lifts this year including two high-speed quads and agondola. Stu will have more info later, watch for it on GTN.

Dick Coppock called several weeks ago. His only problem is remembering to take his Metamucil, Viagra, and Preparation Hat the right times and places. Dick

advises that directory data on Roger Likens is probably not that of our classmate Rodger Gene LIKENS (note the “d”). The current data may have resulted from a search for classmates in conjunction with areunion.

“Wife Millie and I(writes Kirk CANTERBURY) came to Charlotte NC 28 years ago, bought one of the houses that Jim THOMASSON was building at that time and have been here ever since. I’ve been involved in every kind of saies imaginable and currently run astartup company selling auxiliary equipment to the injection molding industry. Millie and Ihave two boys -one aphysical tness consultant in Williamsburg VA, the other afacilities director at an athletic club. Jim THOMASSON is ying for aNASCAR race team and having the time of his life.

Make it known that any classmate traveling i-77 or 1-85 will be welcome."

With Pops KELLERMAN, Dick determined that Rodger is probably deceased.

Death documents were led, but they could not nd any corroborating data.

Other sources reveal Rodger resigned from the Air Force June 30,1964, acuriosity because we had afour-year commitment. Dick wants to correct the directory to avoid inconvenience to the currently listed person. If you have any information,

Po^ourri. Dan ALMANZAR’s postcard let us know that “I don’t do much (work,

FIARDAGE, smiling and wielding asilver-colored pick (as in pick and shovel), and

that is). Enjoyed our 25"’, so put me down as a(probable) for the 40’"!”...Mary WADDLE’S brother John Adams is agolfer on the PGA tour.. .Bill and Kath GILLIS and grandkids Cecelia and Sebastian were in Denver for afamily wedding in July, we had dinner with them.. .Jack and Jeanne BRUSH recently visited Belize.. .The JOLLYs go on aMexican Riviera cruise February 7-14"’, 1999. Roy and Barb moved to Mesquite NV last year. In July ’98, that casino-village held a“Running of the Bulls” (a la Pamplona) with 600 runners risking severe gorement(?), according to the Mesquite Desert News. Coincidence? Was Roy responsible?.. .Dave REED had angioplasty last December; he’s moved to 921 Roxwood Lane, Boulder CO 80303,

(303) 494-3154 and plans to get married soon...Tony BILELLO had open heart surgery in Cleveland last year...Lost Classmates: BAKER, CURRIER, GIRARD, HINES, LEWIS? They’re whereabouts?

This poetic reminder from a“Friend of this Column:” Our 40th reunion will occur in Y2K, Plan to be there for all the events,

100% is expected of you '60-gents.

Bye from the Rose. Have aCool Yule and aFrantic First.

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Brice lONES sent acolor copy of an article from San Diego’s “Metropolitan Magazine and Daily Business Report." The cover features agreat picture of Sam captioned “A Half-Billion Dollar Smile.” Nomura Asset Capital Corporation bought 35 percent of HardageWood n Suite Hotels for $81.5M and will provide aline of

credit for another $405.5M to nance the building of one Wood n per month for the next ve years.

Where’s Hugh BAINTER? Recent GTN e-mails have bounced back. Hello?

Lastly, 1have asked and Tom ELLER has agreed to relieve me as the Gray Tag Scribe. Last fall, 1accepted an appointment to anewly formed board of educa¬

tion in our city. It has been an exciting challenge and satisfying opportunity, but with heavy demands. 1advised Tom early that 1wanted to continue as long as possible as the scribe. Most of you are aware of the state of education in our country. Iam in aposition to make an impact on education in our community, and that has to be apriority activity for my time.

Being scribe has been arewarding assignment. You learn alot of things rst, and help to coordinate an activity here and there. The GTN will bene t from a

ber and hand off GTN as soon as there is anew scribe identi ed. Ienjoyed being the Gray Tag Scribe and thank you for the privilege.

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more computer-literate person than 1who can get us to the next level of aweb page and/or bulletin board. 1told Tom Iwould write the next column in Decem¬

May be Winter, could be in May.

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Marc ANDERSON sent word on 8/24 that Earl AMAN was at VenCor Hospital.

John W. “Jack” Jamba

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Hi Redtags! Summer is starting to cool off and we should start launching the

Shutde apin at the end of October. The fact that the Russians were unable to

meet their launch date slowed down the launch activity here.

Got achange of address from Stan and Mary Anne PATRIE. They moved into an apartment in Charlotte while their new home was being constructed in the nearby mountains. That’s beautiful country up there. Coincidentally, Caroline and 1were returning from California on USAir in July when Iheard the ight crew announce that the aircraft commander was Stan PATRIE. 1sent my business card up to the cockpit and Stan came back to our seats for afew seconds to say hello. Later in the ight as we neared Orlando, Stan announced that the passenger in seat 17B (me) was an old space pioneer who had been at Kennedy Space Center since the Gemini days. He said 1could answer any questions about the space program.

Some of the nearby passengers thought Iwas an astronaut. You got me on that one, Stan. It was good seeing you again.

Tim GILMARTIN sent me aDilbert cartoon titled “The Importance of Donuts.”

One character says “Never call ameeting without donuts or all order will be lost.”

Amember of the meeting says, “Is it just me or is there ade nite lack of donuts in this meeting?” Four more people in succession say, “I have an old one in my purse, but it’s only for emergencies.” “1 think you ate all the donuts yourself” “1 smelled donut on his breath.” “Lock the door...” Tim says, “This cartoon tells the whole story on how dif cult it was to maintain some semblance of focus at the reunion committee meetings,., Tim also sadly noted the passing of Tom RHOADES during this past summer. Those of us on the Redtag net got acopy of anewspaper

day after the Starr Report was released; my opinion has not changed, only been reinforced. The amazing thing to me is the large number of people who still think he is agreat /good president. (One of my relatives) says either he has a“disease” or he has been set up by the Republicans. She is probably not alone. Until something exciting happens, 1send you one single thought written in snow from Buffalo to Syracuse, “There is no substitute for Honor.” Thanks for the input Dave.

There has been alot of hot mail owing on the Redtag Net about the president’s problems. All of it was unsympathetic and unprintable.

My daughter Lisa was married on Labor Day weekend to her high school sweetheart. She wanted asmall wedding with family and close friends and it was performed in the backyard of our older daughter in nearby Melbourne. What agreat ceremony and afun time it was. I’ll have apicture for the next issue.

Tom YOUNG drove over from Tampa for an afternoon and evening visit with Colin RICHARDSON and me. The accompanying picture shows the three of us in Colin’s favorite haunt in Satellite Beach. We had an enjoyable afternoon and then C a r o l i n e a n d I h a d d i n n e r w i t h To m a t o u r f a v o r i t e s t e a k h o u s e .

a r t i c l e a b o u t To m .

Got an e-mail update from Dave FIELDS. “Life is pretty good if not exciting.

(Maybe that's why.) Anmarie (wife), after many years of working (nurse at Kodak), took abuyout and decided she had saved enough money so she could go to school.

Sometimes in the royal tradition of RTBs, we do things backward. Anmarie has four kids and nine grandkids. Three of the kids and seven of the grandkids are in our area, keeping us abit involved with that generation. They range in age from four to 20(she’s ajunior at the Uof Rochester.) Ihave been at Monroe County in the programming/design business for about ayear and ahalf after abunch of years contracting and before that, 17 years at Kodak. About all else Ican report Is

that Iam FOB (certainly not Friend of Bill) but Fatter, Older, Balder! Writing this

Colin Richardson, Jack Jamba andTomYoung get together at Satellite Beach, FL. Got aphone call from Willie GRAY saying that he has fully retired to anew house across the river in aplace called Suntree. Imagine that, no more reporting in to an

of ce... in New Jersey, no less. That was aheck of acommute for you Willie. Glad you don’t have to do that anymore.

1didn’t get very much in the way of newsy news items for this month’s column.

Therefore 1wall show' some more BS* Reunion photographs. I’m almost out of reunion pictures, so don’t forget to waite something to me as soon as you receive this issue. Remember that Iusually have two weeks after aCheckpoints issue is distributed before Ihave to send in my next column.

More Memories from the Reunion

Caroline and Jack Jamba with Randy and Lieu Schamberger athe 35“' Reunion.

Logan and Anne Babin with Dave and Ann Whitman at the Sd'" Reunion.

35“' Reunion: Rudy Bow, Ralph Spory, and Don and Rose Shepperd.

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That’s it for now. Start the letters and e-mails coming again. Go Redtags!

Norman I. Lee ill 17532 N.E. 38th Court

Redmond, WA 98052 W: (425)237-6004 H: (425)882-0968 E-mail: swan01@aol.com

out her. Linda is planning regular trips to Dallas to visit. The good news is Samantha’s dad works for Sabre, acompany whose major stockholder is AMR and inexpensive travel via American Airlines is possible. The bad news is Granddad is currently fully employed and hasn’t much travel time available.

Notice the word "currently”.

Jimmie Butler passed on alittle bibliography of some of Ralph WETTERHAHN’S most recent articles that you might nd interesting for your winter reading by the re -or starting the re: Popular Science, August 1998, cover article: “Missing in Action -How new DNA science is identifying the last casualties of the Vietnam War.” Vietnam Magazine, June 98, Ralph’s article in the Fighting Forces Column

Work e-mail: norman.i.lee@boeing.com

discusses avisit to the Tunnels at Cu Chi. The Retired Of cer Association Maga¬

Fax: (425) 237-5775 Percent members: 76

zine, January 98, "Jurassic Air Park.” Air &Space Smithsonian, Aug/Sep 97, “Change of Command” -asuperb article about how Colonel Robin Olds took over the 8th TFW. Air &Space Smithsonian, July 95, "Death of the Beast” discusses how the B52s were being cut apart in the Boneyard at Davis Monthan. Jimmie claims Ralph has developed avery entertaining writing style and presents non ction with a ctional air that makes his writing much more readable.

Ihave very little in the way of additionai input. Must be the reunion coming up.

Truth isweallseemtobesavingupforOct7-ll. Sincethe reunion will no longer be asharp, vivid memory (at least in my mind) by the time you read this issue, the hope is we will be able to insert some reunion activities including photos in the next version of the magazine. Hopetoseeeachandeveryoneofyouinjusta few days. Until then, take care!

Ireceived very sad news earlier this summer that Bill FANNING had passed away.

The AOG was very quick to notify me and shortly thereafter Iheard from Jimmie BUTLER about the memoriaJ service. According to Jimmie, about 200 of Bill’s relatives and friends were in attendance. Jimmie reported the Class of 1963 contin¬

gent included Jim THYNG (in from New Hampshire), Phil TATE and Jeanie, Bill BALL, Drue and Betty DEBERRY, Kip KJPPENHAN, Jim and Jo GASTON, Butch VERDIER, Ev and Susie VAUGHN, and maybe one or two more he didn’t see among the crowd. Jimmie added, and Iquote: “Monsoon clouds obscured the mountains

and had settled in almost to the tops of the spires of the cadet chapel. As the time for Bill’s service approached, cars were parked almost all the way to the top of the hill leading down to Harmon Hall. As Jand others made the long walk to the chapel, the mournful music of asingle bagpipe echoed among the buildings, the hills, and the clouds. Classmates Jim Thyng and Phil Tate offered aheartfelt eulogy with memories from cadet days up through the last Saturday evening of Bill’s life ...

The bagpiper exited the chapel playing Amazing Grace. We exited ashort time later to arecording of the cadet chorale’s version of High Flight. Agraveside service was held under the blanket of monsoon clouds that had dumped three inches of steady rain on the area yesterday. The grass in the cemetery was green and thick, and not saturated wet as one might expect. Full military honors were rendered to Bill. The Commandant of Cadets presented the American ag to Barbara.

Jim Thyng said they would be going back to Three Streams Ranch tomorrow to scatter some of Bill’s ashes on the land he loved.”

Given the upcoming Class Reunion (you will read this acouple of months after the reunion), Ithought adding ashort biography of Bill would be appropriate. Bill called Tuxedo, NY his home. There he graduated from Tuxedo High School, as valedictorian, and started college at RPl. Fortunately for the Air Force, he changed courses and entered the U.S. Air Force Academy as amember of the Class of 1963 known as the Golden Boys. Upon graduation, Biii went to ight school near Lubbock, TX. His rst major operational assignment was as pilot of the Lockheed C130, atactical airlift assault transport. He became an instructor pilot and logged thousands of hours in this aircraft, much of it in Vietnam. He ew 459 combat sorties from Feb ’66 to Feb ’67 and was awarded anumber of decorations to include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Medal with four Oak Leaf

Clusters, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry Unit Citation. Later Bill graduated from the Air Force Institute of Technology with aMaster of Science degree in systems engineering. He was assigned to the Air Force Communications Satellite project of ce at Hanscom Field, MA. Not long thereafter. Bill, at age 36, was dealt asevere blow; he nearly died from amassive heart attack. Despite the setback. Bill persevered; he fought Air Force conclusions that his career be medically terminated and won. He took his unique skills to Headquarters North American Aerospace Defense Command in Colorado Springs where he served until retirement in 1983 as aMajor. Bill then joined Ford Aerospace, later Loral, and continued his work as aspace systems engineer until his second retirement in 1996. At that time

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Choices: With all of the address and phone number choices Ihave given you to contact me with ali of the interesting things that are happening in your life, I

don’t understand why Tm not buried in news. Maybe it’s too confusing -1 know that Ijust got back yesterday from abusiness trip to Germany and realized that this was due today (September 20*), E-mail: John SHINER reported on the annual 7* Squadron reunion via e-mail (and followed it with asnail-mail letter with the picture below), John writes, “Jn April, 7th Squadron held their annual, action-packed, fun- lled reunion at Destin, Florida. Tim and Linda O’BCEEFE, the "locals” hosted the event. Tim, who now

works for Raytheon since the TI merger, led the guys on an all-day deep sea shing trip while Linda took the wives on ashopping expedition. It was quite arace to see who could bring home the most -but sadly for the guys, even with Tim

reeling in sh at afurious pace -credit cards beat sh bait every time.

Frank “Butch” BRADY one-upped everyone for all time by getting married at the reunion. In abeautiful beachside wedding, he married Pat Rizos, who was given away by her son, 1988 USAFA grad, Patrick Ellis. Top that, guys!

Jock ROSENBERGER showed up to represent the railroad industry. He is an attorney for CSX in Jacksonville. Other attendees were Jerry BUDINOFR Pat

DURICK, Harry PEARCE, John SHRINER, and J.J. WILLIAMS. The 7* Sq. has been having annual reunions since the 25* in 1989, and highly recommends the practice to the other squadrons.”

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he and Barbara focused on their dream to live in the Colorado high country. They ultimately purchased 35 acres of the Three Streams Ranch where Bill died doing what he wanted to do in aplace he wanted to be.

About aweek or so ago. Art KERR (’61) sent an e-mail that you might nd interesting. The e-mail note is about Tom FIEDLER where Art reported having spoken with Tom’s father, CarlM. Fiedler, who resides at 15 llClay Street, Davenport, Iowa 52804 (319) 322-7664. Art suggested Imight want to put out this bit of info in our

Checkpoints Class News. Maybe Tom’s father would enjoy hearing from some his classmates. Art continues: “How this came my way -long story about the WWW. Anyway, aretired master sergeant has agreat web site that includes alot of stuff about AWACS and its predecessor, the EC-121 Connie, which Tom (and Jim GOODMAN) and I ew at OTIS AFB Mass, Imade some inputs to it -along comes another retired guy who takes abig interest in all of this and is now doing massive amounts of research and writing abook about the three Connie crashes at sea (1965 thru 1967) and he’s nding iong-lost souls and getting people in touch with one anther -good stuff.” Art also added Tom’s father said he would not mind if his

name, address and phone number was posted if anyone wanted to get in touch with him who knew his son or had relatives killed in the plane crashes.

Looks like we have another “budding” author in our midst. Ihope Steve DOTSON

doesn’t take offense at the word "budding” but he sent me the following update of

what he has been doing these many months. Said he has just nished anovel that

has adifferent take on the Sixties. It opens on graduation day at aplace very familiar to all of us and ends 20 years later. Entitled The Light on the Star, it highlights

the turning points of the war in Vietnam, remembers the struggie for civil rights, and looks back at the culture of the time through movies and music. Steve now

faces the more daunting adventure (his words) of nding apublisher and would value any advice or leads we might have in telling "our” story. Tm con dent Steve

will be getting plenty advice (all he wants) from his '63 colleagues in acouple of weeks.

Personal: our son, David and his wife, Heidi, became the proud parents of a baby girl on July S*. That makes Linda and me even prouder grandparents. Baby Samantha has already traveled from Dallas to Seattle to visit us and Iam lost with-

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Did you Redtags remember that the April 1962 issue of the Talon had Bobby FELTS’ picture on the cover doing the Twist vrith an equally young date? Did Bobby

Are these the good guys or the pirates? Fromlef n the back row are: J.J. Williams, Frank “Butch"Brady, JerryBudinoff, PatDurick, Charles “Jock"Rosenberger, and John Shiner. In front Captain Ed Shields, 1“ Mate Jim Dalton, Apprentice 1“ Mate Ti m O ' K e e f e .

Another Practice Reunion; Not to be outdone, Fred GREGORY held another practice reunion for the ’64 people in the Washington, D.C. area. Actually, the reunion was back in June, but sometimes it takes along time to get pictures, paper, pen, envelopes and stamps all in the same place at the same time. Fred reports that Bret DULA also attended, but hid when the photo was being taken. Fred warns that they will probably do it again next year -because “these guys stiil need training!!”

The Real Thing: Jerry BUTLER writes that the reunion committee has made some decisions. He writes that it has been decided to have the Reunion in Colo¬

rado, 3-7 Nov 99, to coincide with the Army game. (The rest of the football schedule was in too much turmoil due to the breakup of the WAC.)

are so many letters lled with righteous indignation to be written to newspapers, magazines and members of Congress. Wes DIXON, “1 am in the Washington DC area. Northern Virginia vrith Coopers &Lybrand, alarge accounting and consulting rm. Martha and Iwill celebrate 31 years in July -14 of those right here. TWo boys -Joel (27) in physical therapy MS program at Emory in Atlanta, and Ben (22) majoring in music ed -trombone really -at East Carolina U. in Greenvile, NC. Thanks Wes for staying in touch and 1can still see that red head bobbing along the terrazzo.

Have you ever seen so many people happy about being in D. C. ?

Some classmates thought that we should do areunion away from the Colorado Springs area. The committee’s feeling was that it would be too much of achange to hit everyone with suddenly, without major class participation in the decision.

No matter what choice was made, something would be lost (either “same old same old" or else “no game, no traditions.”) Fortunately, abrilliant soul (Rod Wells, as 1

BRUCE GROSSETTA: "One of the best bene ts of airline ying, besides its parttime nature is the ability to travel. So.. .last spring Gail came along on one of my trips to Florida and we spent amorning with CFIUCK and Mary COLEMAN at their house in Tampa. After agrand breakfast/brunch and some catching up, we decided to see if the camera would take one of those “all by itself’’ pictures. It did and here it is.. .Looking forward to the mini-reunion. Each one gets better -must be related to vintage wine." Thanks Bruce -looking great!

recall) came up with acompromise:

Since the C. Springs downtown has many more restaurants, microbrew pubs, & activities, why not have it at the Antlers Doubletree instead of the Marriott? That way we’d be in adifferent place (sort of), and be near the action at AFA. Also, we’d

solve the isolation problem of the Marriott (nothing is nearby). Abandwagon worth jumping on!

I’m still waiting to see if the AOG managed to get reservations for us at the Antlers (The Marriott is holding our reservation as aback-up). Maybe you will have seen a yer by the time this is published.

Still Other Gatherings: Fred OLMSTED called and reported on the recent Saber Society gathering at the Academy. Fred says that the Sabre Society is now the #1 leadership and donation pool for USAFA and that ’64 is the leader in member¬

ship -but that they need more ’64 classmates to participate with them! He sent a picture from the golf outing -obviously taken before play, since they’re all smiling. Fred reports that Steve RITCHIE won most of the money, while Fred lost his wallet, as usual.

From left are Chuck and Mary' Coleman, Gail and Bruce Grossetta.

Chuck RYERSON: For those of you not already on his list, ahearty recommen¬

dation is to plug into Chuck’s regular good, clean fun. Sample from “You maybe a redneck pilot if... You’ve ever just taxied around the airport drinking beer. Your hangar collapses and more than four dogs are injured. Sample from “NewLanguage-Hickphonics”. .. BAMMER -noun. The state just west of Jawjuh. Capital is Berminhayum. Usage: “A tornader jes went through Bammer an’ left twenty million in improvements.” Thanks Chuck, agood laugh is always welcome. Thanks too, to Mike MANLEY who drops off some good humor from time to time.

B i l l R O B E RT S , o u r c l a s s o f ’ 6 5 w e b m a s t e r f h t t p : / / w w w / g e o c i t i e s . c o m /

collegepark/Ubrarv/S472/). reports recently, July 28, “for wbat it’s worth I’ve nally achieved one of the goals Ioriginally set before my vision betrayed me during secondclass year and Icouldn’t qualify for pilot training. Last Saturday, Isoloed in aBlanik L-23 sailplane with a15-minute ight from a2,000-foot aerial tow.

I’m foolishly proud of this achievement, especially coming less than amonth before my SS* birthday.” Nothing foolish here. Bill, Congratulations! ’65 takes pride in your ne accomplishment. Your humble scribe took his son on ahired sailplane ride off Kauai 10 years ago. The kid got turned on to aviation and 1wet my pants.

DOWN HOME AT THE RANCH. As reported in this space last time, three happy rst-time grandparents at Earle and Marcia MONROE’s farm in Millbrook, AL. June ’98.

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The ’64 Sabre Society Golf Team: Bioodworth, Olmsted, McArtor, Ritchie.

Sad News -Hopeful News: Through a urry of e-mails, acouple of sad notices were passed on in September. Joe GRIFFITH passed on the news that Mark FANT died in late September in Rockford, IL, of cancer. Mark is survived by bis wife, Ginnie, who has our heartfelt condolences. This sad news is compounded by the fact that Jeff BAKER also has cancer. 1think that Imentioned once before that Jeff is president of Luther College, asmall liberal arts college in northeast Iowa founded by Norwegian immi¬

grants 138 years ago (my great-grandfather attended Luther College during the Civil War). (Keith) Lucky LUCH'l EL passed on acopy of an article in the Des Moines Register about Jeff. The article says that Jeff aimounced to the college that he had lung cancer as soon as it was diagnosed in June. He is continuing in his position and didn’t want any rumors to become the focal point of the academic year. Iwish 1could reprint the entire article here. The reporter was obviously very impressed with Jeff’s sense of duty -that

leading the college by example was more important than keeping the news private, or even leaving to enjoy time with his family. The hopeful news is that in September, Jeff’s

checkupshowedthatthecancerhadnotspreadanyfurther.JeffandShirley,ourthoughts and prayers are with you.

Rick Zurbrugg Box 22615

Hilton Head Island, SC 29925

Earle and Marcia Monroe with scribe. Photo courtesy Jo Zurbrugg.

Michael Bernknoph WHITE: We had ahappy phone reunion. Mike and Estelle have four terri c kids: sons Danny (software engineer) and Ted, and tvrin daughters Trisha (Cornell Law) and Abigail (Syracuse), and they all just returned from a three-week celebratory trip to Italy, Mike works out of his home as acerti ed nancial planner with aspecialty in estate planning. In addition, he helped put on an air show at the defunct (?) Plattsburgh AFB. All this having survived one cancer in 1969 and another in 1983. His last surgery was in 1996; he is doing great and is upbeat as usual. What aremarkable guy! Thanks for taking the time to chat with me Mike.

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Air Force is 3-0 and #23 on the AP poll and by the time you read this, we vdll have had our mini reunion the last weekend in October and 1hope that you didn’t miss it. Ijust made my reservations and Iam stoked about watching what must

“THE REAL THING: IT GEN MIKE SHORT.” It’s Oct 14 and U.S. Envoy Richard Holbrooke is being interviewed by Jim Lehrer on PBS and is describing the breakthrough in negotiations with Milosevic after nine grueling days of getting nowhere.

Paraphrasing Holbrooke: “I brought in Lt. Gen. Mike SHORT and introduced him to Milosevic who said, “So you’re the general who’s going to bomb us?” We gured he would try something (intimidating) like this. Without missing abeat, Mike said, “I’ve got B-52s and U-2s. Iam going to use whichever one I’m told. It’s up to you.” Holbrooke then says, “It was the turning point in the negotiations -when Milosevic met Mike SHORT, he knew he was up against the REAL THING!” Mike,

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be a ne team and seeing many of you again. Ihope to have much to report after the occasion, so this column will be alittle light especially since these days there

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looking the countryside. We tasted some great Chateauneuf-du-Pape, C6te-R6tie, Condrieu, Hermitage, Comas, and Gigondas. Again we headed north and on to

PARTING SHOT: Many people have wondered and it can now be reported that

the climactic end of our vacation: BURGUNDY! For oenophiles, Bourgogne may

it is true that pediatricians play miniature golf on Wednesday. Don’t sweat the petty stuff and don’t pet the sweaty stuff. Be well, do good work and stay in touch.

vast subterranean and labyrinthine wine cellars. In adamp and musty corner of

Cheers, Rick.

indeed he heaven. Just in time for dinner, we arrived at our ancient hotel and its this "cave”, our sommelier and serveuse procured adusty and moldy 1990 Grand Cm and escorted us to the salon. We sank into awell-worn leather couch while she decanted the wine and allowed it to breathe for 30 minutes before pouring. In

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Greetings, Redtags! It’s the Christmas season, so Ithought that Iwould appeal to your spirit of giving and remind you all of our Class of 1966 Gift. At our SO® Reunion, we committed to raising $166,000 for our Class Gift to support AOG projects for the Cadet Wing. Our campaign has stalled out around the $56,000 level, and Vic ANDREWS is trying to reenergize it. Each squadron representative should have contacted everyone in the last few months with speci cs on what the money wiU be used for and how to donate to the campaign. Please take another look at the information and be as generous as you can. Most of us owe our successes in life to the lessons we learned at USAFA -it’s time to give alittle back.

Gary PALMER e-mailed about some '66ers attacking the new South Golf Course at Andrews AFB during an AOG golf tournament. Gary played with Dave FALES and Hal WEED, They shot well enough to avoid last place, but not well enough to win anything. (Is that like second in aghoul pool?) The other '66 threesome was Steve CONVER, John GROZIER, and Jim SIMPSON. Although they managed to shoot agross score of 66, nobody else appreciated the symbolism and they too,

ended up in the middle of the pack. Gary says that he and John Grozier have all the details on upcoming Capital Chapter AOG golf outings, and they would be happy to pass them on to interested D.C. duffers.

Lt Gen Dick BETHUREM has retired after spending the last few years as the commander of Allied Air Forces Southern Europe in Naples and commander, 16“’ Air Force at Aviano. Dick had agreat career, ying the F-4, F-104, F-15, andF-16 in awide variety of assignments. He commanded the 49'“ Fighter Wing at Holloman AFB, the 831“ Air Division at George AFB, and the 4404“' Composite Wing at Dhahran Air Base in Saudi Arabia, Dick also snuck in atour as the Com¬

mandant of Cadets in 1992-1993, before going back to the Pentagon as XOX, and then on to Nellis as the commander of the Air Warfare Center. Congratulations, Dick! Rumor has it that Dick has signed on with Lockheed Martin as part of his plan to kick back and enjoy civilian life.

One of the last few ’66ers still on active duty, Lt Gen Nick ICEHOE, has been reassigned as the Air Force’s Inspector General. He had been in Brussels, Bel¬

gium since Nov 1995 as the deputy chairman NATO Military Committee. Nick has had command and staff assignments in both the ghter and the training world.

In addition, he attended the Royal Air Force College and has been assigned as USAF advisor to the British Joint Warfare Wing and as the J-3/4 at SHAPE in Mons, Belgium. Areally varied and interesting career, so far.

On asad note, Carl WOMACK died in August. Carl left the active Air Force in 1973, but had afull career in the Air Force Reserves in Utah, in spite of his Arkansas accent. He ew the F-105 and made colonel, while ying full time as an operations inspector for the FAA. Always aprofessional aviator, always afriend with aready smile -we’ll miss you, Carl.

Because this is the Christmas edition, it counts as my Christmas card to you all.

So send me acard with that preprinted letter that tells me how cute your grandchildren are and how you enjoy sitting in arocker on the front porch, watching the clouds go by. Until then.. .Happy Landings!

Larry Wilson 13100 PinehurstAve.NE

Albuquerque, NM 87111 Home: (505) 291-8949 Work: (505) 846-2510/DSN: 246-2404

“The follovring day we drove to Vosne-Romanee. Some estimate that wine has been produced there for 2,500 years. Along anarrow dirt path, with map in hand we arrived at the lonely, very dif cult to nd and poorly marked Mecca of Burgundy lovers... the vineyards of Romanee-Conti and La Tache... marked by 200year-old 12-foot stone cross and the vineyard names carved into small marble slabs. In one of my favorite moments of the trip, Debbie posed (descriptive term deleted.,.) by the vineyard cross! (Sacrilegious Americans!... but what avintage ‘98 will be!)

"Also during the summer... we reunited the family for the rst time in several years. Kent nished his Guatemalan Peace Corps commitment in May and then traveled South America for two months. He returned and tried to relearn the En¬

glish language. Brandon ew in from New York City where he studies for the stage and screen. Jenny ( ew) in from Denver... Mom arrived in Friday Harbor, San Juan Island... in style... splashing down in asix-seat sea plane!”

For those of you who may travel to Santa Fe, he has afew other notes. First, go to the Santa Fe opera. Then... “One ofthemust-try places in Santa Fe is 10,000Waves (on the road to the ski area). This is aJapanese-style spa where the following will rejuvenate your spirit: 1) Rent the Itchiban Hot Tub and Sauna for an hour! Then walk down the wooden pathway through the trees in your Japanese robe and spend aromantic and private hour relaxing and drinking abotde of wine. 2) Then head back to the main house for afantastic massage with warm and aromatic oils.”

Mike, from all of us who are abit less well traveled and/or abit more Walter Mitty-

ish, that all sounds like agreat time. Inominate you to be the Of cial Tour Guide and Entertainment Chairman for the Class of‘67!

Flash! Flash! Roger CARLETON and family were discovered by Hollywood! Almost, that is... it seems that segments of the Robert Redford movie “The Horse Whisperer” -the scenes around the Custer Battle eld -were lmed on his wife, Shonnie’s, family ranch in Montana. When Roger wrote, he believed he was the only person in America who had not yet seen the movie. “A lot of (daughters) Kinddl’s and Christa’s friends from Big Timber got to be ‘extras’. Both my girls are

envious that they weren’t there to become lm stars.” Roger was on his way back to St Louis after atoo-short vacation, through Colorado and into the home territory in Montana where he caught lots of trout... lots of 11-13-inch cutthroats, b r o o k i e s a n d e v e n a n o c c a s i o n a l r a i n b o w . To o k C h r i s t a t w i c e a n d s h e b e c a m e

‘hooked’ on the sport.” He’s promised to take me

shing there. He did not prom¬

ise that Iwould catch anything.

Roger also red off some other great class news: “If you haven’t seen the announcement, Chuck HEFLEBOWER was nominated for his third star to become vice commander at PACAE One of the Class of ’67 broke through the two-button

glass ceiling!” Well done Chuck!

Afew notes from some CS-06ers: From Mike WIRTH: "Laura, our third daughter and the nal one to leave home, graduated from Gunn HS here in Palo Alto...

Quite aschool and quite an international community. There are about 40 languages spoken there. She’ll head to Dartmouth in the fall. Lisa, her middle sister, is married and lives in Milton, asuburb of Boston. Looks like I’ll have to nd a cheap source of airline tickets to the East Coast." From Ron BRADLEY: "... still

working at the National Test Pilot School as operations of cer in beautiful Mojave, CA... ”An incredibly thoughtful and sympathetic note came from Bill HURLEY after Iwas forced to cancel out on our planned ski reunion due to aknee injury.,. it would have killed alesser man but only kept me from aseason's skiing and left me with small arthroscopy scars: “What awuss... Obviously you have not one ounce of James Bond left in you,.. ”In but afew months Bill left one company, got sued, and started another

rm... never adull moment, to this day. From Em MONDA,

who after our 30“' reunion wrenched his wife and family from southern California and dragged them to Tennessee: “My life seems to be settling down and the pros¬

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pects for adivorce gready diminished with some stability in our lives. On the other

Greetings one and all. Early autumn seems to be in the Albuquerque air. That means warm sunny days and cool clear nights, ristras hanging everywhere, glorious produce stands and farmers markets all over, football every weekend, colorful hot air oating balloons in the air, friends and in-laws from sH points north, in our home... It’s agreat time.

And it has not been abad time for class contacts, either. First, agreat note from world traveler and occasional physician Mike THOMPSON, who wandered abit this past summer from his home in Washington to France, on atrip 1think we all would love to take. From his journal: "We rolled up our clothes (very few), packed our backpacks and ew to France.

We spent ve days in asmall Left Bank hotel with aroom overlooking Notre Dame and the river. What aromantic city! People embracing, kissing, holding hands.

Incredible food and wine! Our favorites: Musee d’Orsay with its unbelievable collection of impressionist paintings. We loved the Louvre. Jardin des Tuileries, the Musee Rodin, Tour Eiffel and our romantic walks along the Seine. Next we rocketed through the French countryside to Provence in aTGV (175-mph train). We arrived in Marseille, rented acar, and drove to Cassis, abeautiful shing village on the Mediterranee. The food was fantastic... and each night our bedroom lled with the smell and sound of the crashing surf below us. Next we hopped in the car and drove north along the Rhone and stayed in acenturies old auberge over-

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wherever you are, congratulations. Godspeed, and thank you for being “The Best

hand I’ll be gone 70 percent of the time over the next 45 days so the chances aren’t exactly zero. Michele is atrooper to put up with all this,” He had heard from Wanda DELAPLANE, Bill’s widow, an attorney with the Kentucky State Attorney General’s

of ce, living in Lexington. And Les JENSEN, after disappearing for several months, reappeared with some good news: apromotion to maestro (a la Seinfeld) for a larger Iowa school district. His son Matt had an interesting summer: while he was

working in Lima, Peru, he was held up for his credit card. Before he could report the theft, the users ran up $1,000 tab. Matt is starting his second year of medical school.

He is about to join the Iowa Army National Guard where he becomes a2nd Lieutenant immediately and goes for atwo-week of cer training course next summer. Les recalled that it took us four years to become lieutenants... As Irecall, it nearly took Les ve. And damn near six.

Gary SCHEIMER wrote anote that likely expresses the thoughts of anumber of us: “Now that 30 long years has dimmed the res of competition, erased most of

the bad parts and magni ed the positive, we can look back at our four-year (for some, ve-year) odyssey with amuch more mature perspective. It has taken three tours at the Academy and 11 additional years in close proximity to our alma mater to help me see the bene ts of maintaining contact with our fellow participants in that signi cant period in our lives.” He has initiated an address/phone roster and synopsis of all the Evil Eight folks who he could nd... “There are conspicuous gaps... Ido not have current information on Laney CORMNEY, Henry KRONBACH,

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can help -contact me, or Gary directly.

Congratulations General R! From left are AI Price, MikeMofStt, Bobby Floyd, Tony

Mary Ann Banwart, and Vic Williams.

Robertson, Charlie Holland, and Charlie Coolidge.

Many of you have already been through the college-hunt phase of your kids’ school years. We are just entering it with my older child. As Isolicited some assistance on what to expect and how best to go about nding exactly the right place for her and whatever she decides she wants to be when she grows up, I received anote that emphasized how things are different now from ageneration past, when our parents and we were in that situation. From “What College Freshmen of 1998 Know: APerspective:” “...The people who ate starting college this fall across the nation were born in 1980... They were prepubescent when the Persian Gulf War was waged... They were 11 when the Soviet Union broke apart and

ding to Sandra, Jim now holds two ’68 class records: (1) for longest pursuit of a bride (33 years) and (2) our “newliest wed” classmate. Jim and Sandra plan to

make their marriage atraveling adventure between Jim’s home in Maryland, his of ce in Chicago, and Sandra’s home and of ce in Hilton Head. Congratulations Jim and Sandra, and the class’ best wishes for much happiness. After all these years, you two deserve it!

do not remember the Cold War. They have never feared anuclear war. ‘The Day

After’ is apill to them, not amovie... CCCP is just abunch of letters. They have only known one Germany. They are too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up, and Tienamin Square means nothing to them... The expression 'you

sound like abroken record’ means nothing to them, as they have never owned a record... They may have heard of an 8-track, but chances are they probably have never actually seen or heard one. The compact disc was introduced when they were one year old. As far as they know, stamps have always cost 32 cents... The Vietnam War is as ancient history to them as WWI, WWII or even the Civil War. They have no idea that Americans were ever held hostage in Iran... Do you feel old now? Remember, the people who don’t know these things will be in college this year.” Groan.

And with that, one last note: Iam of cially FIGMO and aLame Duck, with my papers in, and retirement looming in the spring of ‘99. Other than that “hard” date, things are abit amorphous: we’re not quite certain if we will stay in Albu¬

querque, where we (kids especially) seem to be dug in, or head back to God's Country (North Dakota) or other target of opportunity; or whether Iwill return to clinical medicine or stick to the management track Ihave been in for tbe past several years; or whether 1will lay on the couch and drink beer and eat junk and watch old movies on TV and (re) grow beard and pony tail and bag groceries part time at the commissary,.. Or maybe I’ll write poetry or start the Great American Novel or seriously learn to tie ies and ski and hunt. Actually, the latter options starting with the lay-on-the-couch part -seems pretty inviting some days. Vaya con Dios, Amigos!

Tim Davidson

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Mr. and Mrs. Jim Clark and friends. From left are the Scribe, Sandra Graham

Clark, Pat Hurley, Jim Clark, Jerry Runnion, and Phil Waldron. ’68 MAILBAG DEPT: As mentioned above, Ireceived atimely photo from A1 PRICE regarding Tony ROBERTSON’S special day. In his accompanying letter, A1 wrote that he and wife, Marlee, are well and prospering. (Scribe Note: You might remember from previous columns that A1 is currently acaptain for Delta Airlines ying out of Atlanta.) Their daughter Meredith just graduated from Vanderbilt with adouble major in creative writing and French, spent the summer working in Seattle, and will set up shop in France to teach English for the French government for ayear. A1 opined that there is a“Monsieur” in Meredith’s life, who may have had something to do with her decision to go to France. C’estTamour!

A1 also wrote that Dave BARRS just discovered the e-mail address of our old classmate, Scott Todd, who did not graduate, but who still is in our thoughts. He is down in the Caribbean Islands running aresort, while Dave Roach, another classmate who did not

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HELLO '68! Your scribe has been on awhirlwind tour during the past few weeks

with business trips to Stamford, CT; Tampa, FL; and Stockholm, Sweden while Mark McGvrire was raising the bar for home runs to 70. Aspecial note of thanks goes to our Checkpoints editor tor giving me afew extra days to get the class column in.

AMC SUPPORTING CAST DEPT: To assist Tony ROBERTSON in getting through his promotion to general and assumption of command at Air Mobility Command, several ‘68ers showed up to lend moral support and to feast on all the goodies provided at the reception. Thanks to A1 PRICE for providing me with this photo of our V-I-‘68ers (Very Important ‘68ers).

N E W C L A S S R E C O R D D E P T: I n a d d i t i o n t o M a r k M c G w i r e ’ s r e c o r d 7 0 h o m e

runs, you will note that Cal Ripken of the Baltimore Orioles nally ended his continuous game streak at 2,632, setting arecord which amounts to some 16 years of persistent effort on the baseball diamond. What you may not know is that ’68 has its own Cal Ripken of sorts -at least as we all can relate to persistence and diamonds, Who is this classmate, you ask? Why, it is none other than our very own Jim CLARK, who after 33 years, nally married his college sweetheart, Sandra Harrelson Graham, at the Army-Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA on 8Aug 98.

The event was attended by friends and family from all over the U.S. and produced another opportunity for fellow ‘68ers to join in the revelry. With his wed-

nish, is in Orlando.

Bob MACALUSO sends greetings from the Great State of Texas, He mentioned that he was retiring from the Air Force Reserve after more than 35 years of total service, counting enlisted, cadet, active duty, and Reserve time. Apparently, the camaraderie from our 30® reunion inspired Bob to rejoin the AOG and to get in touch with his Class Scribe. (Scribe Note: More of you in Checkpoints Land should have such an epiphany!) Bob is acaptain at Continental Airlines and resides in Kingwood with wife, Irene, sons Brenden and Marc, some cats, and an Iguana.

The boys are in Scouting and the family took advantage of Bob’s airline travel passes last year to y to Lisbon and Rome.

Ialso received some 30® reunion photos from your Scribe’s numero uno photographer, e-mail-sender, and letter-writing buddy-Tina DUDLEY. Thanks again for all your efforts to keep me in the loop, Tina! While Tina sent several photos, the only one Ihave room for in this column is the one of ‘68's Gymnastics Team with their wives. Enjoy!

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or JP SMITH,” and would much appreciate any assistance in updating their status. Gary -1 hope you get reconnected with the lost souls. If any of you readers

tached to the backs of same on aPost-It Note or in an accompanying letter. Also,

please send acopy of your Seasons Greetings cards and letters to me, so we can let the rest of the class know what’s happening in your world. Christmas photos are A P e r f e c t 1 0 . 0 0 A w a r d e d To O n e a n d A l l ! F r o m l e f t i n t h e f r o n t r o w a r e M i k e

Kimmei, MarkTorreano, Pat O'Grady, Bob Lushbaugh, BudKnopke, Garry Dudley,

and Karl Whittenberg. Back Row: Mimi Torreano, Tina Dudley, and Mary Alice Kimmei.

always welcome, too. To one and all, Lisa and Iextend our warmest holiday greetings and send our very best wishes for bountiful blessings in the coming year.

May you be lled with the peace and love that is the season. Until next column, mind the ak, keep ’em ying, and keep those cards, letters, and photos coming in, Tim.

The nal note came in from Jim MADSEN, who wrote that not much had changed since our surprise meeting at the Strongsville, OH Holiday Inn in November ‘97.

Lindsey Parris

Jim is still hanging his airline cap in Tucson, AZ and “is” doing well. (Scribe Note: Unlike some high of cials in government, Iam assuming that you all know what

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the meaning of "is” is.)

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SPOTLIGHT

The '68 Spotlight for the Fall '98 column shines on Pat HURLEY. Following his time at the Academy and pilot training at Randolph AFB, Pat ew C-130s out of Cam Rahn Bay and Clark AB. Afew years later, he returned to the U.S. and while ying T-38S at Williams AFB “made the mistake of getting overeducated at nearby 'Arizona State University.” The Air Force, recognizing the need for smarter program managers, sent him to Wright-Pat as chief of Program Control and Finance

for the B- lA program. Ashort time later, the Carter Administration cancelled the B-1 program and Pat pulled chocks on his active duty career. He then joined the Air Force Reserve, played vrith the idea of becoming an airline pilot -which he eventually abandoned, and landed back in Pboenrx, where both of his sons, Justin and Ethan, were born.

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Greetings and Salutations. The good news is Ihave no bad news, which is exceptionally good considering the past two newsletters. Lots to report this time, so on to it.

First, huge congratulations to three three-star ‘69ers: Tom KECK, now the vice

commander of Air Combat Command; Clay BAILEY, formerly director. Center for Operations, Plans and Policy at HQ SouthCom at MacDill AFB, now the commander of 21st Air Force, AMC, at McGuire AFB; and Ron MARCOTTE, formerly director of Strategic Plans and Policy, USSTRATCOM, Offutt AFB and now commander, 8th AR ACC, at Barksdale AFB. Keep us ying, gentlemen, and Godspeed.

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AlliedSignal's Corporate Troubleshooter-Pat Hurley-Taking aChristmas Break with bis Family. From left are Justin, Pat, Nancy, and Ethan Hurley.

In Pat’s own words, Ibegan “working for asleepy little company of 2,500 folks called Garrett AirResearch and it has been Mr. Toad's Wild Ride ever since. The

company grew quickly, and through the magic intersections of hard work, luck, and timing. I’ve had asuccession of demanding jobs, from which I’ve learned immensely, and had alittle fun along the way. Nancy and Ihave traveled exten¬

sively and Iwrite this as we are in the Red Carpet Club in Frankfurt on our way to

London and the Farnborough Air Show.”

Pat linked up with our Greater Washington, D.C. group of'68ers in 1997 when

he moved to Baltimore to take over AlliedSignal’s operation there. That portion of the company’s business was recently sold to Raytheon and Pat and Nancy are residents of Redmond, WA. (Scribe Note; Jeff PARRISH, Get ready to roll out the welcome mat.) Pat’s job in Redmond is as vice president and general manager of AlliedSignal’s Inertial and Sensor Systems enterprise which consists of seven opn

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pervision over 1,850 hardworking people. Products include everything from terminal guidance for tactical missiles to “down-hole drill orientation tools” for the

drilling services industry.

When asked what the Academy meant to him, Pat responded, “The Academy experience provided aset of lifetime parameters that have been the foundation

of almost anything 1have ever accomplished. And, it remains one of the proudest achievements of my life, exceeded only by being asuccessful husband and father.

The value structure provided by the honor code as away of life and not just an imposed set of mandatory rules, combined with the bonding of common experiences by ahighly competitive peer group, all, basically, aimed at the same positive goals, is something that really stays with you.” Despite years of separation, I

think trust is the bond we have all established -whether it is with old squadronmates or roommates. And, we know with acertainty that you can rely upon any of

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them for support in times of crisis. Ithink this is arare phenomenon and not present in other colleges where the only common vision shared among classmates is adegree or mayhe ajob.

When asked about life lessons to pass along, Pat reiterated the importance of integrity, honor, hard work, perseverance, and saving time to have alittle fun, both at work and at home. Solid family values based on these virtues are also worthy of passing to both children and adults alike.

Thanks for your views, Pat, and congratulations on steering such agood course, despite your frequent twists, turns, and household moves on “Mr. Toad's Wild Ride.”

IT’S AWRAP DEPT: 1am still looking for 30* reunion photos with names at¬

Pictured is then-Major General KECK, with two other Checks, Flip and his son Derek (USAFA, ’96), after Tom spoke at Derek’s UPT graduation. Like fathers, like sons. Flip, who resides in Keller, TX, is about to begin training in the B737-800 at American, and will be acheck airman based out of Dallas-Fort Worth. Flip played golf recently with Blair STEPHENSON, who has aconsulting business, and with John BUCKNER. They shoot in the low 80s, and if it’s hotter than that, they don’t play at all.

Lots more jocking it up among us older guys last summer. Terry BRADY played in a50s-and-over World Games lacrosse tourney, after playing with the USAFA

alums in Vail, Sounds far-fetched, but here’s proof (see photo at top of next page) vrith Gerry BROWN (who manages airplanes for NASA and has coached lacrosse

at McLean High School in Virginia for years), Glen KANE (a USAir pilot living near Terry in Evergreen, CO), and Terry mugging for the camera under apicture-perfect sky. Terry had agood summer at tennis as well, probably readying for a‘69er airline pilot showdown with Tom MCGRAIN, ying again now that Northwest (management and pilots) has come to its senses.

Also playing in the over-50s rugby World Games was stalwart Roy COPPINGER, who played for Portland’s side in this eight-team tournament that inciuded aside from Russia. Les DYER completed aduathelon, which featured alOK run preceded by atest of tbe number of times you could bench your own weight, with a complicated method of scoring between the two events so arcane that even math whizzes like Joe HASEK and Ed LAND couldn’t gure out. All golden-age jocks report ashare of muscle pulls, bruises and laments that the body is no longer capable of achieving what the mind commands. In one case -you’ll never guess who -cracked ribs have been reported.

Roy, oh by the way, said his farewells to Intel earlier this summer, and is now a partner in Concord Marketing, aspecialized high-tech rep rm vrith three clients and four customers; Roy will be helping the clients design the right products for “next generation” PCs. On the side, he has become agentleman farmer and horse rancher, and proud poppa of daughter Lara’s recent graduation from BCT! The

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accompanying shot shows some aged guys with this freshly-minted zoomie at the pre-game tailgate party at Falcon Stadium (Terry BRADY, Art SCHWALL, Lara, Roy, John BUCKNER, Matt KANE, and Tom BAUMGARDNER). Others there but not

available for the photo-op included Gerry BOESCHE, Gary HOWE, Dick WHITE, and Ken JARVl. P

Ireceived ashort note from one of our classmates recently that sums up very neatly what this 30th is about, rooted deeply and long ago starting in June of 1965.

Because this says it better than Iever could, let me quote to you verbatim: “I was re ecting on how important old friendships are, and how asingle word can carry so much meaning. There aren’t many unique words left in our over-communicated society. It seems as if everything has been hyped to the nth degree and few words retain much of their true meaning. The word “classmate” is one of the few words left that speaks volumes about someone. There is an instant bond, and knowledge that it represents someone important. Add to that apersonal friendship, and you have someone and something important."

Oscar Wilde might have put it this way: AReunion of Great Importance. Do make plans to be there, guys. Cheers for now. Lindsey.

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Dan THOMAS’ T-34 is back from upgrading, and he celebrated by

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Oshkosh for the annual air show, Chris HOPE is also logging lots of T-34 time as the ops of cer and chief ight instructor in the Kansas City Marine Aero Club. He points out that these planes may not y nearly so fast as the huge airliners many of you y for aliving, but at least they have sticks! Chris directs asmall, nonpro t project called “Reading Reaches -Kids Minds and Kids Hearts,” which involves reading to children who are victims of domestic violence or whose mothers are

Have you guys already begun your vrinter hibernation? The cards, letters, emails, and pictures were alittle scarce this time. Just remember: if you don’t send me information, Imay be forced to make things up. Scary thought, isn’t it?

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JJ BURNS e-mails that he is settled in Franklin, TN, adelightful town that used to have ahub and base for American, but that now is 420 miles from his commut¬

ing base. The one positive feature of this is that he runs into ‘69ers in airports and on jump seats. He had Bugs FORSYTHE aboard last year, and they agreed they would both draw the line at instituting “Lawn of the Week” programs at their bases.

JJ recently became alife member of the AOG, and (in the “brief plug department”) as you may know from recent mailings, the AOG needs you to join if you haven't already.

Chuck HAMMOND sent along aterri c recommendation of special interest to ‘69ers, as one of our own -Gary COMBS -has been enshrined in a lm titled “To

Meet Our Thunder: The Gary Combs Story.” The lm traces the development of Gary’s faith while at USAFA, during his brief

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lled days of failing health he suffered before his death (1978). Chuck was moved deeply by the lm, which offers apowerful legacy from Gary, and by interviews with fellow ‘69ers Ed POWELL and Charlie BALDWIN. It is available from the

Days of Discovery series from Radio Bible Class (1-800-598-7221).

As for Chuck, he tried business for awhile after retiring, but decided ultimately to follow his long-time passion for Early Modern and Modern European History, passed his comps last year, and has spent the past year teaching at the University

of Paris while researching his dissertation. He will teach upon nishing his PhD. Rick GRANDJEAN, afamily practitioner in Dallas, was named (through peer evaluations) as one of the Best Doctors in America, Central Region. He is on the

executive committee and board of Jefferson Health System and serves as medical director of aPhysician-Organized Delivery System for Southwest Physician Asso-

ciates/Phycor. Three college-aged kids are threatening to offer Rick and Kathleen some disposable income in acouple of years! Rick is depicted showing due respect to his roots—check out that license plate!

Ihave been chatting with Gary HOWE about the 30th Reunion, which is being scheduled around afootball weekend (as opposed to aweekend in June). Gary

and the C-Springs Grey Tags have met and have planning underway. The idea of locating every classmate from each squadron before the event is ongoing, but volunteers are still needed. In addition, most believe that some invitation to those who started with us but didn’t nish would be appropriate. Ideas for aclass gift

Would you invite these guys to dinner?

Jim DEORIO, who had just returned from Yokota Air Base, sent e-mail, aletter, and pictures. Jim serves as the chairman of the Orthopedic Department at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, as well as alower extremity reconstructionist.

Still in the Reserves, he claims he’s heading towards retirement sometime in the next 30-40 years. The three amigos picture features Jim with son Tutt on his left and son Mark on his right. Tutt played football under aDuke scholarship and will attend medical school at the University of S. Florida. Mark’s a strong safety for Wake Forest. Ikept my eye on him during the AFA game, which, unfortunately for Wake Forest, was not memorable. However, just like Jim, Mark played great and gave 110 percent. Daughter Marie, ahigh school senior, has her eyes on Duke University and with almost 800 on her SAT II Math exam, Iimagine Duke will be calling her. Jim says that he and Rita have thoroughly enjoyed their kids and don’t know what they will do when they become “ e m p t y n e s t e r s ” n e x t y e a r. T h o u g h t y p i c a l l y n o t o n e t o b r a g .

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are needed as well. Extending the agpole at Falcon Stadium so Old Glory is once again visible from any seat in the house is one idea (construction since our day makes the agpole and many of the state ags obscured from certain vantage points).

Yo u h a v e m y a d d r e s s a n d e - m a i l , a n d G a r y ’ s i s HoweGS.AOG.USAFA@usafa.af.mil. Don’t be strangers with your ideas and thoughts.

Jim sent me apicture of himself after reconstructive surgery. He apparently modeled his physique after that of son Mark. Impressive, Imust say!

may be speaking to me by tbe time this column reaches print. We traded in our usual tickets by tbe scoreboard for nosebleed seats on tbe 40-yard line, just under the press box, so that Paulette would have aseat for the Ram’s revenge game. She was in stop-and-go traf c from Mile-High south, which caused her to miss the big lead that CSU built up. Then the Falcons adjusted their defense and geared up the offense, and we won by a eld goal with less than aminute left. The Wing rushed onto the eld as time ended, as did many grads. It was aproud moment as our voices blended for the chorus. Reality set in when Igot home to discover that my VCR had faithfully recorded the wrong station and Ihad awonderful tape of Motocross or something. During the actual game Idid see Cass CASADA moving up and down the aisle.

Speaking of mechanical genius, we had achallenge with our computer e-mail program, and when Ireinstalled the software, Icleverly erased the messages and notes I'd received since the last column. Those of you who had been nice enough to send me items may have noticed that Ihaven’t got back to you, and this is the reason why.

Bob MANNING has had his disaster readiness of ce moved from Atlanta to the

Pentagon (condolences. Bob), and he had the unenviable experience of batching while his family nished the school year. As Iremember. Bob, you did that when you moved to Georgia. One semi-remote is normally enough for alifetime; two is above and beyond. Anyhow, Bob now gets to coordinate in person, which should make his job easier. The ongoing remodeling of the Pentagon might qualify as a disaster in itself.

One of the few things Iremember from my notes is that Daryl WIMBERLY is

u l v. V. , Actual unretouched photo of Jim after reconstructive surgery.

John MITCHEL sent ashort e-mail to advise me he is running for governor of Ohio. Good luck and, no, the AOG will not run an article on your campaign, but

now arecently published author. He was hoping to have information on the book tour, and for ail Iknow be’s out on tbe signing circuit now. Daryl, Doris and the kids had been able to spend afew days up in tbe Springs area for the past two summers, and we managed to get together for an evening each trip. The man can tell agood story, so I’m looking forward to reading it. When I nd out atitle. I’ll pass it on.

Well, that’s about it for now. Tbis will probably rank as one of my shorter efforts, but at least backing up your messages vrill be on the priority list from now on.

nice try!

Several ’70 grads attended services for Mike BLASSIE. Unfortunately, Ihave not made contact with them. Iwill report info as soon as Iget it.

Great letter and picture from Denny FUNNEMARK. Denny works for afriend in the corrugated box industry and is in charge of one of the product lines, doing all of the engineering and R&D. Denny says it’s like tinkering in your garage and somebody else buys all the neat tools. Aside bene t is that since his friend owns the business, Denny has no responsibility. Denny, you sound stressed. The picture shows Denny smoking agenuine Cuban cigar on location in Cuba. For the second year in arow, Denny crewed for a37' sailboat in arace from St. Petersburg, FL to Havana. Finishing in the top ve, they received numerous gifts, to include genuine Cuban cigars. Cuba seemed trapped in an odd time warp. The newest American cars were 1958 or ’59, like a ashback to American Graf ti with no hotrods. He

explained that although it is legal to go to Cuba, you are not supposed to spend any U.S. dollars, which, by the way, is all that they accept. He says he didn’t buy anything with U.S. currency. And he didn’t inhale the Cuban cigar.

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Sinking Spring, PA 19608 (610) 678-3182/Fax: 678-4513 E-mail: rabell767@mci2000.com

or Galaxy95@aol.com Percent members: 48

Greetings class of 72 readers! It looks like you can read this all in one sitting since it is sort of short. It still needs to have more input from the group out there if you wish to have any more news of each other. But here goes for this time with what we have.

Ashort note from Dave (Sandi) KLEIN includes the information he promised at the reunion regarding his family connection to other grads of the Academy. Accompanying photo shows the lineup: Dave, (retired) Class of ’72, is beside his ovm daughter, 2Lt Karin KLEIN, Class of ’98, graduating on 27 May from CS-13, Dave’s own old squadron. Beside Karin is her cousin, and Dave’s niece, Academy Class of'89 graduate Capt Pam (KLEIN) POWERS. On the right is Dave’s nephew, USN Fireman Jay Klein (cousin of 2Lt Karin and brother of Capt Pam), who delivered the rst of cial salute to Karin at the swearing-in ceremony, atrue family event. Classmate Dave KLEIN’s son David is currently a2nd classman (Class of 2000), but was unable to be in tbis photo since he was in Alaska at graduation time for an environmental engineering summer program. Dave’s other daughter, Kelly, graduates in December from CSU (Colorado State University) with adegree in child development and family studies. Just another factoid: Capt Pam Powers is married to Capt Tim Powers, Class of '88, and both of them are members of “my own" 709th Airlift Squadron, (C-5 A/B Reserves at Dover AFB, DE). Pam is the squadron operations management of cer and Tim is one of the unit ight examiner pilots. Finally, our classmate Dave is currently ying Dornier 328s as captain for Air Wisconsin out of Denver (DIA) and living in Colorado Springs. Thank you, Dave, for the update and alittle bit of family history.

“I have got to learn to relax. “

1am sorry to report that Dr. Timothy G. HERBERT passed away from cancer on August 3, 1998. Our thoughts and prayers are with Tim’s family.

Keep the cards, letters, e-mail, and pictures coming. Enjoy the Holidays with your family and friends!

Paul D. Knott 5655 Lantana Drive

Colorado Springs, CO 80915 Home:(719) 570-9162 Work (719) 594-0100

E-mail: XPDZ85A@prodigy.com Percent members: 52

As the Falcons’ holiday gift to each of you, Iwould offer the 30-27 victory over CSU at home for the rst time since the mid-‘80s. As of the day Ipen this column.

Air Force is 3-0 and ranked #23 in the CNN/USA Today poll. My daughter (CSU,’99)

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The Klein Group: From left are Lt. Col. David, 2”‘Lt. Karin, '98; Capt Pam (Klein) Powers, '89; and Navy Fireman Jay.

ties to USAFA and/or the other academies and Iwill put it in here.

Next to arrive via e-mail was ashort message from Jerry (Suzi) MARTIN in which

he of cially reports that after completing 16 out of his total 26 years working at USAFA, he is retiring to go try something different. Completing the third tour of duty at “Camp USAFA,” this one as commander of the 34“’ Education Group responsible for the military education courses, Jerry will now be the chairman of the Humanities Division and aprofessor of history at asmall southeast Nebraska school called Peru State College. Jerry and Suzi will live in Nebraska City, south of Omaha, with

Eric, Kristina and Matthew, and welcome any drop-ins who may wander by on crosscountry trips. Thanks, Jerry for the update. You are right when you say that Dave

WAGIE, recently named as new Dean of the Faculty at USAFA vrill do asuper job for

the Academy -he is surely the right man for the position!

Next 1received abrief note accompanying acollection of “historical" photos from Patsy Moser, wife of our former classmate and current Eugene, OR dentist Bob MOSER. She reports nding them in his old scrapbook and felt someone might remember him and be interested in seeing the pictures. (Not sure how to get them out for “public” consumption, but they look much like many others you all may have in your own collections -agroup of college-age guys apparently having fun....)

You may remember that Bob was one of the seven or eight nongraduate classmates who were able to join us for tbe last reunion. Patsy also relates that their daughters Lindsey and Amber, by coming with him to that 25* reunion, were able to catch a

glimpse of their dad’s experience at their age, and acmally validate that he was young at one time, too. Thanks to Patsy for those pictures and comments.

Finally is the last e-mail that was sent by Drew RIOLO to record the birth of his latest, son Manuel John Riolo, brother of Mary Isabelle. The blessed event took place on July 13,1998 at 0400 vrith both mother and son reported to be doing well.

He is named after both paternal grandfather Manuel Riolo and maternal grandfather John Boyle, weighing in at 7pounds 4ounces and 20 inches long. Congratulations dad!

That just about sums up what was relayed to your class scribe this time around.

Guys, it really helps when there is more information to put in this column. See you all next issue! Fortitude Per Aspera.

GUTTMAN is vice commander of AFTAC, John WIGINGTON was commander of

AFTAC and now director of the Space and Missile Center in Huntsville, AL. Michael C. (Mike) KOSER lives with spouse, Marilyn, in Navarre, FL. He’s program manager for Litton-TASC under contract to the Navy to help manage the AMRAAM missile program. He’s also involved in church activities, golf and enjoys reading. Mike reports that Wayne MARICLE also lives in Navarre where he’s working on his doctorate in education at the University of West Florida.

John FOREMAN wrote from Pittsburgh where he and family have lived for 11 years. He and wife. Storm, are parents of amember of the Class of2000. Their son Scott is a2"“ classman and worked in BCT this last summer. John works at the

Software Engineering Institute, aDoD FFRDC (anyone who can translate the meaning of “FFRDC” can win achance to be class scribe! Send me your entries!).

He's located at Carnegie Melon University and tries to manage the efforts of about 25 researchers in software technology. In his spare time (what's that?) John’s an 0-5 in the Air Force Reserve and is the liaison of cer director for Western Pennsylvania.

Duncan KIERNES and Elinor as well as children Matthew (14) and Nicole (13)

are getting ready to hibernate for the winter (isn’t that what you do with that much winter?) in Sioux Falls, SD. Duncan is aNWA 747 captain, instructor and check airman. He’s also district chairman of the Boy Scouts of America, retired from the South Dakota ANG, and enjoys cross-country ski racing! Son Matthew made Eagle Scout in September this year.

Edwin B. (Chip) FRAZIER sent an e-maU looking for help locating some of his classmates from Deuce via e-mail. Unfortunately Ireally didn’t have much of a list but referred him to Mike NISHIMUTA and Ed PREBLE who seem to be quite a bit more computer literate than Iam. Couldn’t tell anything more about where Chip is or what he’s up to except for his e-mail address, which is 71207.1600@compuserve.com.

Hey, I’ve found the lost e-mails! Turns out that Iwas looking under the wrong screen name! Send me back to school! David T. (Bush) HANSON is FW/IG at

Shaw after his recent tour as HQP.YCAF/IG. He had abunch of names/jobs, which I’ll pass on without editing out the ones we recently talked about. I’m sure all you old guys can use the memory jolt! Bruce WRIGHT, 35FW/CW at Misawa; A1 BRIDING, 374AW/CC atYokota; Ron SCOTT, 374AW/CC at Yokota; Wayne HOLUM, 51FW/CC at Osan; Ed HAWKINS, who was Gen Myer’s exec when he was PACAF/ CC, is now at SPACECOM; William F. (Fil) THORN is newly arrived at Hickam; Don WETEKAM is new HQPACAF/LG; John PATCHIN is out and administrator for the Shriner’s Hospital in SLC; and Norty SCHWARTZ is reportedly heading back to

the Pentagon.

Timothy L. LONG, wife, Cynthia, and daughter Nicole (11) live in Louisville, KY. He is a757/767 rst of cer for UPS. His hobbies include model railroading, horseback riding (“American Saddleseat” version) with his wife, and bicycle riding. He reports on afew classmates he’s run into. Gary DUTELLE was seen roaming around DFW in an /Unerican uniform; George RAMPULLA also works for UPS, and Tim

Thomas D. Bailey, M.D. 1807 Arbor Way Drive

Shelby, NC 28150-6166 Home: (704) 482-3110 1-800-776-1054 E-mail: Rdbtwn@aol.com

keeps up with Pat SHEPPARD via AOL. Alan C. (Kinner) KINBACK and Debbie are living in Juno Beach, FL. A1 is aB767

Percent members; 42

Greetings ‘73ers! I’m writing this on the eve of our 25* reunion. It’s kind of awesome to think about all those years being behind us. And here we are, still trying to gure out what we’re going to do when we grow up! Unfortunately, 1lost afew e-mails prior to writing this article. That was acostly lesson! Iwas having a printer problem at the time and left them as unread mail too long.

Ido have some news left and Iwill relay that. Fortunately Igot several responses to my questionnaires.

Tom EARNED faxed me back from Lyman, ME. He lives there with his wife, Sandy, and children Drew (13) and Kristi (11). Tom is apilot for Continental Airlines. They live on abeautiful lake in Southern Maine and are “enjoying life to the fullest”.

Fred S. KNOWLES, JR. is now following his wife, Pat, around in her career after

she followed him for 25 years. He is retiring on Nov 1. She is director of

captain with American and based out of Miami. He is apilot for “Sky Warriors” ying the T-34 in Atlanta and also apilot for “Angel Flight”. Alan attended another C S - 0 7 m i n i - r e u n i o n t h i s s u m m e r i n Yo s e m i t e . O t h e r a t t e n d e e s i n c l u d e d S t a l k e r

REED, who Iknow lives in Peachtree City, GA, Bill PATTERSON, Greg CHAPMAN, Mark COFFMAN, Mike DAVENPORT and Al NACKE.

Finally, I’ve got to end this one on asad note: Byron BEAL passed away after a brief ght with cancer on August 7,1998. I’d like to extend our deepest sympathy to his wife, Margena, and the rest of his family. The class will miss him.

Ihope to see abig turnout at the 25“' reunion. I’m really looking forward to a great time and the chance to renew old friendships. Over the years it has become more and more evident that we, as aclass, shared atruly unique experience at

US/\FA and were very lucky to have the opportunity to serve our country, and to continue to serve, in many different ways. Let’s hope we have given back in greater measure than we received.

Perioperative Services at Pentagon City Hospital. Their son Robert (21) is asenior

at St. Lawrence University. Good luck in your new career, Fred. Hope you let us know how things go.

Paul (Rick) MAZUROWSKI is asingle guy living in Atlanta. He is a767

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Ineed to e-mail him since I’ve been trying to learn how to play the organ (well) for the last few years. Maybe he can give me afew tips.

We heard from David M. BARCUS and I’ve got alittle info. Ed PREBLE forwarded an e-mail that originated in Korea but most of it fell victim to my aberrant printer.

It appears Dave is in Korea and possibly at Kunson AB for aone-year remote: he has something to do with the Command and Control Division and that’s where it

all faded out! Sorry Dave, can you update us some more if you read this?

Wade KE/\RNS has written from New Berlin, Wl, where he and spouse, Sharon,

and “kids” Marcella (24), Trevor (20) and Cesia (17) reside, Wade is aDC-9 pilot for Northwest Airlines and he and Sharon are team parents for daughter Cesia’s fencing team, one of the top in the Midwest. Cesia is also captain of the fencing team.

They are also helping with the Vietnam Vets Memorial Moving Wall visit to Southeastern Wisconsin. Daughter Marcella works for the Milwaukee Symphony and acts with local theatre companies, while son Trevor is an exchange student at Nanzan University, Nagoya, Japan, Wade has been in touch with Charles L. (Chuck) BRAMMEIER, JR. After retiring from his last assignment in Alaska, Chuck is work¬

ing for Cessna in Wichita, KS, testing their biz jets and showing them to custome r s .

Boyd LEASE is living in Melbourne, FL with Jan and children Sara (21), Robin

(18) and Timothy (15). Boyd is director of Plans and Programs, HQ/IF Technical Applications Center, interested in homebuilt aircraft, running on the beach and

watching the Packers win. Daughter #1 is engaged to aNavy ROTC student at Boston University. Daughter #2 is starting her Doolie year at USAFA, and youngest son is learning to drive. Boyd has some news on other classmates; Paul

1209 Bayou Oaks Drive Friendswood, TX 77546 Phone: (713) 244-8089 Fax: (713) 244-8958

E-mail: jbrezovi@ems.jsc.nasa.gov Percent members: 41

Good day to you!

We hope that all is going well for you and yours! I’ve learned one other thing since the last edition of Checkpoints. Make apaper copy of e-mails! You few senders of e-mail who do not see your input below and would like to inform our classmates, please e-mail again. To make ashort story long, four days before leaving on vacation, Ihad swapped jobs within the organization, which meant changing desks and changing computers -different charge accounts don’t you know! Both the work mate and Ihad agreed to keep ray e-mail on the computer until Igot back from vacation with family in California. Right! Iwent on vacation and while Iwas gone the computer folks dumped my e-mail from the system. So when 1and the computer assisters got together after getting back, the data was long gone. Of course, e-mail addresses and other stuff are now gone too! So there you have it. Check it out below. As for you other readers, does this give you abetter feeling that your scribe will be maintaining ahard copy database in these days of apaperless society? Ihope so, because we’d like to hear from you!

Short notes rst. Ted ROTH is still in Colorado Springs and has been tagged as the lead in our ‘99 homecoming! If you have questions, or can help in any capacity, please give Ted acall! Gene BEDNARZ was last heard from Albuquerque, NM. Dave D/U.EY and Ty are continually doing well in the D.C. area. Dave has moved

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Buds 2and Burgers to ANSER as you may recall. We had chatted ahit about aposition or two in Colorado and California. Keith QUINN sent anote in from Huher Heights, OH. He

had afew classmates stop by and sent aPolaroid proving it. Don KERBY (on the left) is ying with Delta as an MD-88 captain. Keith (center) is still running his beer and burger franchise. Barry WILSON (right) has moved to Washington DC to work in SAF/AQC, after completing atour at WPAFB as aB-2 SPO chief of Contracts. Barry was taking his son to USAFA as fresh meat for ’02! Yeah!

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Panama. The surgeon removed the kidney and as many of the cancerous lymph nodes as possible. In Nov '95, doctors in National Cancer Institute near D.C. were looking for patients who were willing to undergo an experimental medical progtam. Some patients had experienced remission. They went. Elizabeth came home for Christmas, then returned to D.C. After some treatment. Bill took the

boys back to Colorado and found places for them while he stayed with Elizabeth.

The last words she spoke after telling the children goodbye were “Until we meet again.” She went to sleep Feb 10,1996. Well, Bill has since retired as alawyer for the Department of lustice. Bankruptcy Department. His AF Reserve duty allows him to raise the sons and be involved with other ministries. This life story may be areminder for us to look at our relationships with the Lord, the family, and work, improving what we can. May we seldom, if ever, regret the choices we make. May you live long and prosper, especially in this holiday season. leffHackett 1866 W. Aspen Ave. Gilbert, AZ 85233 Home: (602) 813-9605 Of ce: (602) 891-2734

E-mail: jefffey.l.hackett@BOEING.COM Percent members: 37

BG Robert LScott, Jr., West Point Grad, and Scribe

The second picture shows retired BG Robert L. Scott of the famed “God Is My Copilot” story, and this scribe. General Scott lives in the Macon, GA area. When I talked with him in the museum at Robins AFB, he exclaimed, “I wish Icould have

gone to the Air Force Academy!” General Scott told ashort story about when he went with eight congressmen to evaluate the Colorado Springs site for being the place for the Academy. His remark that there would be no other place better than this for placing the chapel against the mountains and for the men to be inspired must have convinced the congressmen. General Scott said that the vote was 8to 0for the present location of the Academy. We also talked about history and about one who seemed to be his best-liked leader. General Chenault. ”He always listened, and never expected us to do anything he couldn’t and wouldn’t do." Another topic he chose was human nature characteristics, particularly the one he described as “the most devastating human trait -jealousy.” “That one trait,” he emphasized with acommanding gesture and re in his eyes, “has destroyed more magni cent accomplishments of mankind and killed more people than any other.

Even at Waterloo, when Napoleon...” and the conversation went on from there.

He is ahero for many of us who have read his books or have heard of the Flying Tigers. Another part of his story that afternoon was about his wife who departed 26 years ago. His work with the museum and visiting other parts of the world keep him busy, and he likes it that way! This 90-year-old general exuberates with a zest for life and encouragement to others to do their best.

The last note this edition started with “How’s this for avoice from the past? I think the last time we saw each other was 20-plus years together at that center of

FALL IS IN THE AIR HERE IN ARIZONA. That is to say that the temperature appears to have settled into the less-than-three-digits thing, we’re putting in the winter yard, college football is in full swing, and it’s time to write the class article again (my how the seasons come and go!). May just be that I’m working in the after-the-editor’s-deadline-mode (for the Nth time) but it seems like there’s plenty to share so let’s get to it!

THINKING ABOUT MESS DRESS OR ATUX. Wish Icould go to all events I’m getting invited to/hearing about these days. Acouple of months ago there was

change of command for 9'*' Operations Group at Beale AFB as Kent TRAYLOR took the reins. Carol sent some great articles out of the base newspaper, includ¬

ing aphoto of Kent donning full pressure suit for one of his U-2 orientation rides.

But Iopted for the “family” shot that was taken just before they left Australia. Can

tell you rst-hand that il are doing well as we were lucky enough to see Kent, Carol, and Meagan on their short visit to Phoenix in July.

cultural society -Valdosta, GA.” Enclosed in the envelope of news from Aurora, CO, was apicture with his ri e in front of an Aero ot chopper on the Kamchatka

Peninsula, looking for bear! Bill VAN HORN! Must be an old picture from his up North days? Bill confessed he wasn’t uent in Russian at the time of this expedition, but he and the Russians understood each other over what was going to be traded for what. Bill traded his binoculars for aRussian pocket watch. Mind you.

Bill didn’t say it didn’t work and we all know memorabilia doesn’t have to work -

but Bill seemed happy for the trade! Bill included afew Christmas letters too.

(Hint. Hint. 'Tis the season!) There were the days of C-130 nav for the Reserves.

The weeks of single parenthood while his wife, Elizabeth, did her Reserve training

The Traylor family near Ayers Rock Northern Territory, Central Australia.

in such places as Australia while Bill worked the Mr. Mom routine for Andrew

This coming week is abig one for two other classmates. Time and distance vrill

Hunter, Matthew Blair and Nathaniel Lee. They're now about 13,10 and eight and have seen their parents go from captains in the Air Force to Lt Cols in the Reserves/ Guards. Bill wrote mostly about the family life and how close they’ve grown to each other and to the Lord. It was just after avacation during which they had talked about Job and his problems, that Bill and Elizabeth started meeting their own challenges. Elizabeth’s father suddenly died. The family ew to South Carolina for the services. Afew weeks later, Elizabeth was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma, atype of kidney cancer. Bill immediately came home from aTDY in

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ning-on ceremony tomorrow (5 Oct) afternoon at Langley AFB; am con dent that our well wishes will be felt and that there are enough other ‘75ers in the area to share the cheer. Would especially hope that ACC IG, BG Bentley RAYBURN, will be there. I’ve gotten one e-mail from Bentley since he returned from an “exciting and rewarding tour in the desert” (you may remember that F-16 HARM missile shot in late June, Bentley’s last full day of duty!) Then, day after tomorrow, there’s an Arizona reception for U.S. Senate candidate (California), Matthew FONG. Have

happened to catch article in USA Today (27 Aug).

APPARENTLY I’M NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO STAYED AWAKE IN ENG 111. In

we were lucky enough to spend aweek "on the water” at Lake of the Ozarks -looking at real estate and taking in the “outlets.”

fact it would be presumptuous of me to put any of my idle musings in the same ciass as Bill SPENCER's nal column as editor of Airpower Journal. Iurge everyone to chase down acopy of the Spring 98 journal (Volume XII, No 1) and read his piece on pages 2and 3-it is quite simply briliiant.

BUT AS FORTHERESTOFYOUWITH“ONLYONESIDE TO PRESENT". (You’ll have to get acopy of that Airpower Journal to understand that.) Believe Bill LYERLY could work on one of those investigative TV journal shows, he seems to know

more stuff about more classmates! This time it was brief but nonetheless appre¬

ciated, Bill recently "saw Colonel Bob DORSEY who is on the Air Staff in the Pen¬

tagon. Iunderstand that Colonel Jerry MACKEN is also in the Pentagon on Air Staff, but Imissed him.”

Jim CARLSON is of course busy doing way more than his share in keeping our

class home page up to date and interesting (if you haven’t visited in awhile, suggest you “surf" by and check it out). In his other life, Jim recently endured the hardship of four-week visit to Brisbane, Australia to take asummer abroad course in comparative internationai law... “fun, but expensive”. On the way back, he was planning to drop in on Joe KAHLAPO in Hawaii for afew days so we’ll look for more on that in the next article. Jim also sent me acopy of e-mail from Dr. Rudy ROTH who carries on as king of dermatology at the Travis AFB Hospital. In that note Rudy wondered how many other classmates could lay claim to a23-year career that inciuded only seven assignments (3.28 years per assignment). Seems like agood question: for those who made it to retirement or are still on duty -if you think you’re at either the low or high end of the “years per (PCS) assignment” metric, drop me anote. Rudy’s family summary, “happily married since 1985 (Virginia), have three children (Michael 12, Christopher 10, Jennifer 7), all of us enjoying California!”

CHECKING FOR THOSE SNOWBALLS IN HELL Now that Jon NOETZEL has

written there really can’t be much of an excuse for any of the rest of you. Must be that the pace of life at Hickam where Jon is division chief for PACAF Ops Plans, that has made him nostalgic. That, or visiting with Ed KASL whose desk is 20 yards down the hali (Info and Space Division Chief). Jon also noted that Jack BARTON recently stopped through for avisit. The Noetzel’s (Lacy, 19; Brittany, 15; and Jared, 7) have been in Hawaii for about ayear.

Had Imet the editor’s deadline you would have waited till Feb 99 to nd out that Jim DEARIEN is in Dallas, ying for Delta. Jim’s been married 13 years (Julie) and has two daughters (12 and 10). His oldest went to Falcon Sports (basketball) Camp this summer and, in Jim’s words, “she did in one day what Inever did in ve years -have agood time at USAFA. What achange in one generation!”

EXPECTING TO TAP IN ON LOCAL RESOURCES. Hoping that next article will include pictures and copious anecdotes from two classmates who have moved to Phoenix in the past few months. Mike LISCHAK was still grumbling about the heat when he called last month (and this was amild summer). You’ll recall that

Mike is now medical group commander out at Luke and has recently made signi cant strides in settling dovm by buying ahouse and a1930 Model-A. Brent HALL, who

ies for Southwest, made aquick call just last week to let me know

that they have relocated from Las Vegas to ahome about three miles from where we live. If the Falcons make it on TV any Saturday soon. I’ll expect to “gather the troops” and get an early start on next article!

A S T H AT E AT U T T L E G U Y S AY S AT T H E E N D O F T H E C A R T O O N S AY S : Ta k e

good care of yourself and the ones you love, folks -it may be later than you think (or something like that)!

Pam and Ernie plan the second career-checking out waterfront property on the Lake of the Ozarks, Mo.

The Garland PANNELL family lives right across the street. Mom and dad Pannell were blessed with abeautiful baby boy earlier this year. Garland, HQ/AMC/IG, and Ioften chat about job fairs and what the future may hold for us. Maybe the transition to civilian life is sooner than we think? Dave MCELWEE dropped me a line from Denver. Retired life has certainly been good to him and Kim. Dave’s ying with Southwest out of Phoenix and they’re both waiting for the day in 1999 (Kim’s AF retirement date) when they can resettle in northern California. Terry WILLIAMS and family have just arrived here from Offutt. He’s come to Scott to solve all of AMC’s communication problems. He’s been so busy, we haven’t had time to link up for iunch yet; but if he has anything to do with my new e-mail

system, Ican understand why. Duncan SHIELDS had avery nice retirement luncheon late last summer, no news yet on his “next assignment." Since the contingency business has remained relatively quiet, news from Harrison FREER and Bob NORMAN in Germany is fairly sketchy. Normally when the contingency business

is hopping, Ihear their names in the halls almost hourly. As for the regulars here, Cliff SIMMONS, Kevin MARTIN, Mark MEYERS, and myself -life in the TACC is just business as usual.

That’s all the news from here in Illinois. Please keep sending me those updates as your receive them -aquick “Hello” or recent family photo would be great. My new e-mail account appears at the top of this article. Best wishes and asafe holiday to all! Ernie.

John J“Lou” Michels, Jr.

5107 Juglan Court Centreville, VA 22020 H: (703) 802-6611 W: (703) 712-5350 Fax: (703) 712-5050

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It’s mid-September as Iwrite this, so you know what is going on here in the nation’s capital. And Ithought John Bobbitt had his privacy invaded. It just goes to show what happens to you when you get hooked up with the wrong person of opposite gender. Fortunately Ihad lots of material other than Ken Starr’s to read many thanks to the many of you who wrote, called, or foolishly invited me into your homes over the last quarter.

Ernie Woollard 216 E. GoettlerSt.

Scott AFB, IL 62225-1710 Home: (618) 744-1044 DSN: 576-1931 E-mail: ernest.woollard@scott.af.mil

FACE-TO-FACE: Iused to think all roads led to Randolph, or Maxwell. Now I

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Hello ‘76ers, Happy Holidays 1998!

Can you believe that another year has come and gone? It’s just incomprehensible how the time continues to pass and we don’t get another day older. What with the OPS TEMPO being what it is in both the military and business works today, we just don’t bave time to age! The graying and thinning on top with the additional wrinkles around the edges are just gments of our imaginations. At any rate, Pam and Ihope that you are aU home with your families this holiday

season and that rest, relaxation, and enjoying the ner things in life are part of your daily agendas.

The WOOLLARDS are nally settled in ahistoric base home -a1937 brick colonial triplex located directly behind the TRANSCOM/AMC commander. (The days of the “wild parties” are over.) The last of the boxes were moved from the garage

in October, and based on our previous assignment history, that will give us about 24 months before the moving process should begin again. Our teenage girls are once again busy with school activities from swimming to soccer, marching band to chorus, cheerleading to public speaking -the stream of activities seems end¬

less; but with two additional drivers now, our transportation requirement has been reduced while the “worrying” element has been exponentially increased. With the girls involved in all those activities to also include part-time jobs and babysitting, well, you can understand why Pam and Ihave had few new adventures of our own. During the past several months dad and oldest daughter have

been busy at the computer pounding out college and scholarship applications.

We’re now waiting to hear from the Academy, Missouri, and Illinois; and with any

good fortune, possible recognition from the Academy’s women’s swimming coach, (Randy SPETMAN and Russ LANEY where are you?) Despite this hectic schedule.

know where they lead -to the Northern Virginia/D.C. area. Tim HOPPER (Mary Ann) tossed aneighborhood party for abunch of ‘77 types. I’m not sure that lawyers were considered part of the “neighborhood”, but since Ican hit Tim’s house with arock from my backyard he was gracious enough to ask me over. Sonia and Ihad agreat evening talking with, among others, Jeff and Marla REMINGTON.

Jeff’s in JCS running the operations world, while Tim works just down the hall in JCS Plans. Jim LAMB (Sue) regaled my wife with horror stories about nav school, which is where Ilast saw him. L.C. BAUER (Bernadette) was also in attendance

having gotten some time off from his job at IBM to dash down for the party. I soundly chastised Tim for not having his camera there and he has indicated that he’ll have to throw another party just for the photo-op. Sonia and Ialso hosted Steve and Ingrid SCHWALBE, who just returned from ayear’s hardship tour at Newport, RI at Naval War College. Steve is now working at DLA, waiting to go to Jordan as the air guy, but he has to settle for three years in D.C. before that.

THE X-CADET FILES: Iheard from people Idon’t get alot of ink from this time around -as much as Ienjoy my regular correspondents (please don’t stop writing now!), it is areal pleasure togetmailfrompeoplel haven’t heard from in adecade or two. Dave PODOLNY (Cec) is at lovely Enid doing the T-38 thing. He reports that Frank LEURQUIN (Jeanet) now has the distinction of more T-38 time than anyone else in the Air Force. Terry COX (Cheri) is working with USPA in the Enid area and Dave SWIGER (Rhonda) is the Boeing site manager for T-1 simulator and academics. Igot ashort note from Dave letting me know that his son is now a member of the Class of ‘02 at the Zoo. Congrats, Dave. Dave P nishes up by reporting that Tony VILLALOBOS (Audrey) is pushing jets for Continental. Thanks for the update, Dave.

Duff MUIR (Mary) is an IP (but Iguess they call him a“pilot instructor”) for United ying the 747-400 and living in the Springs. He happily notes that he now

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been keeping somewhat abreast of the campaign through his web site and also

Greg “Kais” Kaiser

just started the prep school. Rob is ying for Southwest out of Dallas. In his cur¬

Columbus, MS 39701 Home: (601) 329-4533 Work: (601) 434-2781 or DSN 742-2781

rent job, Duff gets to check out -literally -other members of the class ying for the big "U”. He saw Randy ROTHE (Pam) in recurrency training in September and notes that Randy " ies much better than everyone says.’’ Iswear, once aStan Eval guy, always aStan Eval guy. Duff notes that Scott SCHOFIELD (Beverly) is also a "IP", oops, pilot instructor, living in Denver. Tom SPRATT (Leslie) is pushing 777s for United while Tim MALONE (Lee) is still trapped at the Pentagon. Keep ’em on the straight and narrow, Duff.

Skip KAMPS (Debra) is also ying for United on 727s out of Denver. Skip is slated to move to the 737 out of L.A., but commutes from Phoenix. Isuppose commut¬

ing 400 or 500 miles is normal to you airline guys, but since it takes me an hour and ahalf to go 15 miles here In the District, Icontinue to cringe when Ihear these stories. Skip's e-mail: dkamps@sprintmail.com. Good to hear from you. Skip. The last time Iheard from Andy SZKOTAK (Kristin) was when he was hoo ng it across the Appalachian Trail. He is working as aprivate consultant doing database work here in the D.C. area. He continues to hike through the Eastern Mountains while Kristin handles their three kids (5,3 and 1) so dad can relive SERE. Rick PERRAUT (Joann) has moved from support group CC at Hickam to com¬

mand of the ABW at Eglin. He’ll be joining forces there with afamiliar crew, including Mark SHACKELFORD (Kathy). Mark is the commander of the Test Wing at Eglin and the man responsible for all the things that go "boom”, “bang” and “pop” in the blue suit world. Iran Into Mark on a ight from Fort Walton Beach to Atlanta following one of my teaching stints at Special Ops Command. He looks great and has great war stories about the toys that he works with everyday. Woody

E-mail: kais@crawdat.com Percent members: 42

WANTED: 78 Class Scribe- Must be a1978 graduate from the United States Air Force Academy (or the ghost-writing spouse of agrad) -Should still be warm and breathing -Writing skills desired but not required -Pay and bene ts not negotiable and totally nonexistent -Must have time and patience with computers -Need not be on active duty to ll this position -Current rank or grade not important -De nitely must possess asense of humor -Apply by calling one of the numbers above or emailing the address above for consideration to this highly prestigious position., .one of about 40 world-wide!

In other words. I’m out of airspeed, altimde, and ideas trying to keep the article current, informative, and interesting. 1think it’s time for achange, and I’m soliciting volunteers. If there are no volunteers, be prepared to put up with me until there is. I tried to punt this duty back to K-Bob (AKA Robert KAY (kayherd@juno.com)); however, he did abetter job of "jinking” my “guns tracking solution” than he ever did in a jet. Seriously folks, if there is someone out there who wants to tackle this job and give it new life. I’m ready to pass it on and become areader again, vice awriter. Let me k n o w.

MAIL CALL: 27 M-“Lucky” Leo

will be at our 20-

year reunion if his 747-400 training is done and he's not on his IDE trip for... airline

life, but Iguess someone has got to live in Hawaii and commute around the South

unknown.

Paci c. Milt JOHNSON (Jackie) and Doug BANKER (Julie) are both at SPACECOM,

28JuI- Mike PADGETT (spdgt78@juno.com) is at Grissom Air Reserve Base (boy, does that sound funny), IN as the active-duty liaison for the KC-135 unit there. He’s one of only three active-duty personnel on the base. I’d say that would be about afair ght! He’s planning on retiring at the end of this year and has offered to y for any airline “for food.” Mike, I’ll put your e-mail address in the article, but, like info for this article, don’t expect your mail to be overwhelming. He also passed on the following '78 grads that have been listed as “missing in action” until now; Lt Col Andy Anderson, 808 Oak Ridge Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310; Lt Col Scott Shaw, 6210 Franconia For¬

million dollars In seven days?” Since Igot neither, we’ll have to save him space in the next column. We’d all love to hear about your family T.G., but don’t forget about the million dollars part either. Jay JOINER (Patsy) has, in his own words, closed out his 13-year association with the USAFA Computer Science Department.

He includes all the extra education he mooched off the government, and by the way it’s “Dr.” Joiner now. I’m also assuming the 13 years does not include four years trying to cajole information out of Billy BURROUGHS, since that taught me nothing about computers except that we needed better ones. Jay is headed to Osan for a12-month remote to work for Mark MATTHEWS (Donna). After he

purchases enough counterfeit Rolexes and Gucci bags. Jay returns to the Springs to retire on 1Oct 1999. Congrats on the assignment and the retirement. Jay and thanks for the information.

Dave ZELENOK (Kathleen) our favorite C-Spring public works director, was doing the IMA thing at Space Comm, While there he saw A1 BECKER (Rita), who was on his way to Randolph for PIT; and Bruce PENNINGTON (Monica) who is ying 767s out of Miami, but lives in the Springs (see my earlier comments re: the pilot commuting culture). Bruce and Monica also celebrated the arrival of their rst baby after 21 years of marital bliss. Now you’re in for adifferent kind of bliss, Bruce. Dave also saw Mickey BEDNAR who is ying MD- 11s out of Long Beach to Boeing’s worldwide customers. As part of the occasional testing program, Mickey takes jets over the North Pole to see if the nav aids on board ip- ip from North to South and East to West. Apparently, they do, since Mickey keeps returning back to Long Beach, but isn’t there acheaper way to do this? Thanks for the update, Z. Slam BELLAMY (Lorraine) just came back from the sandbox to be an IG for NORAD in the Springs. Maybe all roads lead back to the Academy. There’s achilling thought. Bob VENDLEY (Nancy) wrote from Charlotte where he’s getting ready to go to Airbus school. Bob and his family crammed in abareboat sailing trip to the British VI. over the summer, one more indication that I’m in entirely the ivrong line of work. Mark GILZEAN (Barbara) retired out of Kadena in August and is now pursuing airline employment. From what Iunderstand, it’s the airlines that are doing the pursuing, Mark. Mark and Barbara spent some time with Dwight and Terri HARTMAN in Atlanta and Steve and Norma BUSCH at Hickam. Hope you are ying by now, Mark.

Wendel MSALL retired out of the Arkansas Air National Guard last year. Geno REDMON (Susan) spent two months in Taszar, Hungary as CC for the 406th EABG. Fortunately, or unfortunately depending on your point of view, his tour was cut short so he could return to an even more glamorous job as the OG at Aims. Ever the optimist, Geno notes that it is great to be acolonel still ying airplanes. Stay on the bright side, Geno. Mouse NEUMEISTER (Martha) dropped me aquick line from the sandbox at Prince Sultan. He’s headed to the deputy job at the 93rd OG ying JSTARs, areturn to ajob he had with the test program. That’s great. Mouse, but get all of the sand out of your clothes before you get near those electronics.

He’ll be working forT.C. JONES (Lizabeth) who is the OG commander at Robbins.

est Lane, Papillion, NE, 68128.

12 Aug- 2Lt (weren’t we that rank once?) Jesse S. JAHN (’98) is at good ole USAFA awaiting pilot ttaining at Vance (yes, Itried to get him to change to Columbus). He wants any of you former USAFA Cadet Honor Guard members out there reading this article to contact him vrith info you might have about your honor guard experiences.

His e-mail at USAFA is: lahnlS.PAl fSAFA@usafa.af.mil. OK, all you former Cadet Honor Guard members.. .honor this, and contact Jesse!

18 Aug- Areal, no-kiddiri letter delivered by U.S. MAIL from Bruce GROSSETTA (’65)1 Golly, what asmall world. I rst met Bruce when he was acaptain or major (can’t remember which) and “we” were but lowly cadets in his history class as doolies

or three smokes. Then, many years later, we crossed paths again as he was departing the Philippines (90TFS “Wild Weasels”) and Iwas arrhing. Now, he’s aFedEx captain

and giving us the low-down on acouple of our classmates. It seems that Bruce and Marty COLE (’68) got on the Celebrity Cruise Ship “Mercury” and were accosted by the likes of LC. CROWE, Jose’ BRAVO, and Dave DENTON. L.C., Jose’, and Dave are all FedEx captains (sigh) and were on the cruise to celebrate 20 years of blissful mar¬

riage. Sounds like everybody had agood time, and Jose’ even threw a“class act” birthday party for his wife, Janice (age unknown, anyone who tells is dead!).

L.C., Jose’, Bruce, Marty, and Dave. “Good thing you ve By cargo at night!"

22 Sep-I’m depressed.. .called K-Bob and asked him to send me an e-mail just to see if the “magic machine” was hooked up and the electrons owing the right way. It was, and they were. K-Bob’s e-mail message was short and to the point about my idea of him once again being the '78 class scribe. His reply was very similar to the emphatic question asked by the kamikaze ghter pilot after the honorable admiral’s mis¬

Lorin LONG (Merry Kay) is now aCat-B Bachelor as Merry Kay and the kids have gone to Seattle in anticipation of Lorin’s retirement/change of command in December. Congrats on the retirement and all the best in the Northwest, Lorin.

Finally, Scott MOORE (Kim) wrote from lovely Council Bluffs, in Iowa where he is teaching A.F. Jr. ROTC and having awhale of atime; LB. MALTZ (Claudia)

sion brief, “Sir, are you out of your (expletive deleted) mind!” However, K-Bob omitted the sir.. .and, the f-word, too.

has just gotten his oldest off to West Point, which Ithink constitutes child abuse

Ican’t answer it all in one day. Iguess I’ll have to hit 71 home runs to make that happen!

under all state and federal law; and Bill LORD (Cindy) has escaped Oklahoma (Geno, Curt BEDKE, and the rest take note) to take the deputy director of comm and info at ACC. As Bill so eloquently notes “they even have trees here in Vir¬

Also called, Tom Kroboth, the Checipomfs editor, to see where our magazines were.

Iguess they had amailing problem. So, I’m writing and submitting this before you’ve

had achance to respond to the last article. I'm still hoping to nd so much e-m^ that

izSep-KimandIaregettingontheroadthismorningheadedforColoradoSprings and “the reunion.” Hope to see many of you there and for those that don't make it. I’ll

ginia”.

try to give agood accounting in the next article.. .that is, if I’m still employed as your

TALKED OUT; That’s it from the land where agood cigar is more than just a smoke. Be seeing you.

class scribe. Take care of yourselves and your families, and I’ll catch ya later. KAIS,

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HOPLER is now ying for Japan Airlines as a747 driver out of Honolulu. Tough

literally down the hall from each other. Since they were roommates at the Zoo there is probably some cosmic force at work here.

T.G. PARKER dropped me acryptic e-mail at 0123 hours on aWednesday morning. T.G. asked what info Ineeded for the column -“family info or how to make a

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has season tickets for Falcon football and that it is actually worth going to the games. He saw Rob MANSFIELD (Yum) at parent’s weekend where Rob's son Greg

over and out.

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Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 (781) 271-7723

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Greetings Niners from Happy Hanscom AFB on the outskirts of Boston! On 4 May 98, aday that will truly live in infamy, Ipicked up program manager-ship of the Air Force Mission Planning Program, or AFMSS. Tm now sure that Iam the most hated man in the USAF, if not America! The other day Iheard achant rising from the back of my program of ce. As Iwalked back to see what was going on, Iheard the troops shouting “we’re number one, we’re number one!” Thumping on my chest, as any rightfully proud PM ought to do, Iburst in only to nd the troops looking at areport to CSAF that said AFMSS was “the #1 Year 2000 chal¬

lenge.” Not exactly what Ihad in mind. Oh well, Molly, the kids, and Iare still glad to be back in New England.

What ayear it has been, since we last "spoke! ”Classmates are wearing colonel’s eagles, the AFA has had another winning football season, and I’ve run into another guy who tells Mark “Horse” NEICE stories! Yes, Mark, I’ve now heard of

your crashing an aero club plane in acorn eld, falling into the Great Lakes stone drunk, and seeing tankers that weren’t really there from none other than my 0-6 boss (a ’75 grad). You can run, but you truly cannot hide! Mark is still working the Airborne Laser project for none other than Colonel Mike BOOEN at Kirtland.

Several LCWBers join me up here in the Patriotic heartland. Chris WORSOWICZ (Phyllis) works AWACS, Ken IVIATTERN (Pam) is the deputy JAG, and Kurt STARR works Global Air Traf c programs and just became anew neighbor in base housing. Bill CONROY is the lead of the Systems Engineering directorate for the greater CAF C2 Program Of ce, of which Iam apart. Ieven have two Niners supporting my program: Dale SWANSON is aMITRE employee, and Greg DORAN (the artist formerly known as COLVIN), is acontractor nancial expert (and Ido use that term loosely).

IstiU get regular news from Colonel Tom GRIFFITH (Liz), who is aspeechwriter for the Chairman of the JCS. Tom looks out across the street one day and nds that Robin RAND (Kim) is his neighbor across the street! As aViper driver without equal, of course Robin is working nuclear policy and issues for the J-5. Joining Robin on the joint staff are Jeff GORDON in J-3, and Colonel Bob EDMONDS (Ann) in J-8. Ahh, the Pentagon is nally in good hands. Colonel Frank GORENC stalks the halls of J-8 as well, and Griff tells me that Bob MCGREAL is over at the

89* at Andrews. Our tallest Niner, Randy GRICIUS (Vicki), is back in C-Springs at Spacecom.

Igot asurprise e-mail from Bill MURPHY (Deanna) who is about to leave his

squadron commander’s Job at Frankie’s Rocket Ranch for the Air &Space C2 Agency at Langley. Ihave also had occasion to talk to Scott GRUNWALD (Debbie), who was/is asquadron commander in the C-17 world at Charleston AFB, SC. R e c e i v e d a n e - m a i l f r o m P e t e r B A U M w h o w r o t e : “ B r i a n K O E C H E L’ s l a s t s u b ¬

Ttaedo Junction? Steve (Lili) DAWIDOWICZ is with one of those lawyer-sounding consulting rms in Virginia, Booz, Allen &Hamilton, doing information security for agov’t agency he can’t talk about (or else, no doubt, he’ll be found dead of a "heart attack” or from “suicide”), He said it’s afascinating eld with lots of Internet research. Lili is still amajor in the AF as adefense foreign liaison -which has had side bene ts of getting to attend foreign embassy receptions: "These are generally characterized by open bars, free food, and sometimes interesting people. The food is almost always good, although Idon’t always know what I’m eating.”

AFHES Updates. Kathy (BISHOP) (Don) CAMPBELL has been at the Pentagon since ’90 with AFRES. She’s at the Policy Integration Division, taking care of all the congressional issues pertaining to AFRES. Their two kids, Chris and Miles, try to t sleep and homework in around sports. Ann MOORE attended the promotion of Maureen (TRITLE) VACARRO with many other classmates. All were "looking pretty chipper.” Ann relates: “Maureen said this is likely her last promotion, but then sounded like ageneral in her remarks.”

Tidbits: (because the ghter guys only give me asentence or two). Kevin KEITH at Laughlin as aT-37 Sqn CC, Matt NEUNSWANDER 68FS/CC (F-16Cs) at Moody, Jim POWELL is in Egypt as an advisor, Ali FROELICH ies Vipers as Sqn Ops at Tyndall,

and Frank OTT is Ops at the 85FS at Eglin. "Mace” CARPENTER sent aslick e-picture with Rick WRIGHT and Mace in front of ahangared F-117 with alarge U.S.

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as the backdrop (but Icouldn’t use it -gotta have the regular photo). At the time, they were both ops of cers.

Cadets&Kids. Karen (COLE) (Mike)SELVAisthe21LSS/CCatPetersonandnotes,

“Funny thing, having returned to C-Springs two years ago, it can actually get below zero in the mornings here during the mid-winter months. Iwas shocked since I didn’t remember it being quite that cold -but then, as cadets we were probably numb to it.” Karen’s 80 folks oversee about 300 contractors supporting contracts at

18-plus geographically-separated units worldwide that comprise the 21st Space Wing. She and Mike still manage to sponsor several cadets from ’01 and ’02. “Cadets are cadets and more importantly, they’re teenagers still. At the moment the ’01 cadet is abit frustrated because (the new regime) seems intent on bringing 'more order and discipline’ to the ranks. Consequently they’re experiencing adifferent

attitude this year and afew new rules and regulations. Isn’t it funny how nothing ever really changes even though everything seems to change constantly?”

Ted (Sue-r3) OSOWSKI sent me his not-so-recent “bi-decade Christmas letter” to

keep us up to date. “We were warned early on that, after reaching adolescence, it is normal for girls to depart the earth’s atmosphere for worlds far away, but Tm happy to report that both of our girls are now safely back within the gravitational pull of this planet.” Ted has an of ce in view of the front porch for observing male dates: “Of course, the of ce contains my gun cabinet with various weaponry displayed, along with afew of my sharpshooting medals -1 thought that if the fear of God didn’t distract these young men, the fear of ahalf-crazed father might.” Sue’s nishing her physical therapy training; the oldest, Stephanie, is at OBU, Oklahoma; and Ted is ying AA’s B727s mostly to Cancun and such warm destinations. He enjoys taking the family water skiing, camping, and hiking, and has been involved as an adult Bible study leader. m m

mission contained references to the oldest and youngest children born to '79ers.

Tm sure you’re getting plenty of inputs. For youngest, my rst and only was born 24 Dec 97. Her name is Madeline Ruth Baum and she is just now 91/2 months old. Rebecca and Iare quite thrilled.”

Also an e-mail came in from Randy FULLHART: "Saw you were on deck for the next Checkpoints update. My wife, Kathy, and son Stephen (16) arrived in sunny (well, sometimes) England, at RAF Mildenhall where Tm serving as the operations group commander at the 100 th Air Refueling Wing. We’ve been at Mildenhall since May and the troops have been involved in several airbridges to SWA and

Africa as well as supporting several NEO operations. We’re looking forward to the 20* Reunion next year and hope to see everyone there.”

Well, that’s my abbreviated report this time, Ihope you all are saving those pennies up for the grand reunion next year. Next up in the scribe queue is Mike DONATELLI (Julie). Fortunately, Julie won’t allow Mike to shirk his scribe duty.

Write him at: 1149 S. Stone Ave, La Grange, IL 60525. After watching the Falcons

Hello bom the Smokies: Sue, Ted, Erin, Stephanie and David Osowski.

come back to beat CSU this past week (17 Sep), maybe we’ll see you in November

Sand -and more sand. Derek (Barb) HESS has aKadena F-15 squadron (44FS)

and after arotation to Saudi (“Lots of fun living in tents in the middle of nowhere”) took Barb and family to another sandy place, Hawaii, for vacation. Still talking pineapple country: Jerry (Wendy) CORBETT writes, “Dave JONES, Joe FERNANDES and

at Army, or at abowl game in January! God Bless!

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land of Hawaii for avacation from the rigors of raising afamily. Agrown-up’s only vacation. Does that sound good to anyone else but me? Anyway, we had agreat

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Many of you caught up with me at my new snail and e-mail addresses. Thanks for making the effort. By the time you read this, the hours of daylight here will be few and the ice on the roads likely very challenging. Don’t feel sorry for us. These are minor inconveniences for being able to live as far away as possible from the

problems in Washington -yet still be in the U.S. With that. I’ll ask you to relax, grab acup/glass of something warm/cold, and read on.., Ex-Navy Thlk. Alvin SEARS has kept his ties with the USN as aReservist. He’s now with RWD Technologies in Maryland as asystems analyst. Chris (Lyn) SEAVER hails

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spare time, Bruce coaches the basketball teams for their two boys, Brian (11), and Billy (10). The Pedey’s keep in touch with Mike PAVLOFF, who is at Enid, OK with his wife, Kathy and three kids; Kent NICFIOLS, who ies for Delta and the ANG in Adanta; and Craig STRAUSS. Craig is also with Delta, and he and his wife, Gretchen, just had their rst baby.

Who is where and doing what; Sean MURPHY is just back from avacation in Yellowstone. They had real live snow and it was great for some friends who met them there from Florida whose kids had never seen snow. He’s the new squadron

and has the 523rd FS (F-16s). Mark missed the 10-year reunion due to Desert Shield, but is looking forward to the 20th,Dave PRAHST sent a“choice photo of notone, but

commander of the 92nd Medical Operations Squadron at Fairchild. Ifs cold up there compared to Biloxi and he thinks he’ll like the beach much better than the snow... Sean recently saw DickTUBB and Dan WYMAN in D.C. Dick is the vice president’s doctor and Dan is asquadron commander of an aeromedical squadron at Hickam. They had lunch together and had ablast talking about the “old” times and the new times, with Sean claiming that Dick de nitely had the best stories. Sean also spoke with Jeff ANDERSON not too long ago. Jeff’s “married with children” in Folsum, CA working as an anesthesiologist, so if you need some gas, stop by and see bim. Another Californian, Jan GUNNOE, and ber husband, Don, left at the end of August for a10-month stint teaching business and English at auniversity in Tianjin, China. Before leaving the US, Jan did some duty at the Pentagon and saw John JACKSON, who has anew baby; and Ed KNOX. In e-mail from tbe Washington, DC area. Jay SANTEE says that the move back from Alaska went well, and be, Teresa, and the girls are settled into the same rou¬

three ’80 grads who went on acmise to the Bahamas (with wives!): Dave FREEMAN

tine as before. He thinks that this next year at ICAF is going to be great. “Short

(USAirways/Charlotte), Mike GLEICHMAN (UPS/LouisvUle), and Dave (USA/Pitts¬

days, interesting work, great folks to think with, low stress.” We’ll have to get an update in afew months, and see if he still feels that way, or if this was just the euphoria of seeing something besides frozen tundra speaking. Jay ran into Ralph NARDO at the NDU celebration of the 51st birthday of the USAE Ralph is ying SOF C-130S at Hurlburt. Lansen CONLEY e-mailed from the Pentagon, and sent this great picture, taken in May of ’98 at Aviano AB, Italy after Chris LANE’s ni

year sdnt in EF-11 Is at Cannon. There was a"Raven Farewell” this summer and

although Mark was busy with the ceremonies, he spotted some of the ‘80 grads who have own the mighty Raven in attendance; Marty MEYER (Pentagon), Russ HOGDIQNS (T-38 IP somewhere), Dave GLADE, and Guy TURNER (commanding

an Eglin test squadron). Tom “Elmer” BREEN, though not aRaven, is at Cannon

burgh). They were all at Vance together and hadn’t seen each other since. They met on the Big Red Boat to be with Jack Hill, from the Navigator discipleship ministry while at Vance, and to spend time at ashort workshop/study on relevant topics to their current season of life.

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Diana (GREEN) FRANCOIS wrote to let us know she has moved “across the street

from the Pentagon to the DODIG in one of their logistics divisions. Ihave been the chief of AF Depot Maintenance in the Logistics Directorate for the past three years.”

Diana also sent aone-page article, with color pictures, from the Washington Post regarding CD (Leslie) MOORE. Seems the Moore family made quite an impression on their Cherry Run community in their 10-month stay and that was afocus of the composition. It doesn’t surprise me -my Falcon Buddies are great!

REACHOUTXin. Since this deadline happens to come before the next magazine is out, there’s no word on the last batch. If you know, let me also know about: John W. OWENS, Lawrence J, O’TOOLE, Anthony A. OLIVER, Vincent A, NULK, Scott NORWOOD, Byron E. NIELSEN. Iknow you’re busy (it’s that period in our life).

Regardless, take the time to rekindle old acquaintances as we approach our 20th.

Priorities. Out of curiosity, Iasked Susan HELMS about life in Russia during this turbulent period. She’s in afascinating position to observe rsthand what the people are going through and to get their perspective. She sent me acopy of an e-mail that went to her family. Along with reassurance that her safety isn’t compromised, it describes the nancial and political challenges the Russians face. The thought that put it in perspective for me was: “Mushroom hunting has always been apleasant pastime here, but now it is ameans of preparing for winter survival.” And we’re worried about the Space Station being done on time .. .Until next quarter, God bless. Don,

year at Aviano building the place up to handle all the extra folks in town for the

Bosnian adventure. Chris LANE has moved on to Laughlin where he’s asquadron DO. Another '81er, Linda MCCULLERS, is on her way to aT-1 assignment at Laughlin from Guam, where they just had acouple of change-of-commands. Dana HOURIHAN is the commander of the Air Mobility Support Squadron and John

EUNICE is the commander of the CE Squadron. Also in parts afar, Ken BYRD has been “doing afew months” in Kuwait. He reports that the temperatures there haven't been too bad -it only reached ahigh of 125 the day he wrote, and was below 120 most of the day, so It was quite pleasant -it all depends on your per¬

offer this man ajob! Terry POBST is going to Turkey for afew months starting in October. She was looking through the USAFA Web site and was disappointed that

’81 doesn’t have ahome page like many of the other classes do. She asks agood question -don’t we have afew folks in the class who could put together apage that at least included our classmates’ e-mail addresses? So, don’t delay, send me

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Well, let’s get into the latest chapter of “Who doesn’t have Caller ID and was therefore unable to avoid the dreaded phone call that begins with, ‘Hey, the column is due tomorrow and Ineed somebody to write about,”’ and see who our victims are this time. Bruce PEDEY was at work when 1phoned his house, but his wife, Jan, was kind enough to spend some time catching me up on their family happenings, Ieven admitted that Ineeded fodder for the column, and she still

didn’t hang up. Bruce is working two jobs. He ies for Delta, and is an investment advisor with Waddell &Reed, anationwide nancial services company. As of Oct 98, Bruce is adistrict manager, running an of ce with nine other advisors. In his

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suggestions in Central Florida and Los Angeles. So, hey, help out aclassmate and

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time. Fortunately the pictures of me making afool of myself with the Hawaiian dancers didn’t come out well enough for publishing.” Dave is the Delta Master Executive Council safety chairman, loe is still ying the Paci c with NWA in the DC10, and Jerry is a767 IP with Delta. “In fact, as part of my quali cation Ihad to obserr’e other instructors teaching each training module. Igot to spend four days watching Bob (Sue) BUEHLER teach some new guys how to y the 767. He will soon check out on the 777, making him one of our rst dual-quali ed instructors. In addition to teaching pilots for Delta, Bob is the vice commander of the 159 th Fighter Wing in New Orleans,” Finally, “David and Iboth just got new sports cars. Igot a Camaro, sort of anostalgic choice since my rstie car was aCamaro. David got a Miata, since his rstie car, the RX-7, is no longer in production, Iwould bet that we aren’t the only guys who turned 40 and decided it was time for anew car.”

Mark (Susan) REIDINGER reminds us, regarding updates, “Of course when slugs like me take 18 years to make any inputs, that can’t help either.” He paused from his Air War College reading to write from AFOTEC in Kirkland after coming off atwo-

an e-mail and volunteer somebody else to do it!

And we have another plea for help, from 2Lt Jahn, Class of ’98. He’s at USAFA waiting for his February pilot training start date, and is trying to create alist of pertinent information on everyone who has ever been apart of the Cadet Honor Guard. His e-mail address is JanhJS.PA.USAFA@usafa.af.mil and he’d like “old Honor Guard members” to contact him. So, please pass the word along.

The “Best Blast from the Past Award” goes to Gene O’NALE. Seems Gene’s director of ajoint staff (Air Component Command, Plans and Coordination) at Osan

AB, ROK. One of their jobs is to conduct the mission brie ng for all distinguished visitors that roll through Osan, much of which describes the plan for defending

Congressional seat from the P' District in New Mexico. Igot con rmation that it was indeed our ciassmate when Heather sent me one of her campaign yers, a family photo, and with anote saying she’d won! She says she’s not only the rst

game, but redeemed themselves later in the tournament. Bob STEIGERWALD

this isn’t the last we will hear of him!

declined to play, claiming the bruises take too long to heal these days, but did take in aRockies baseball game at Coors Field with Jake, Chet, and Chet’s son Stevie.

Jake gets around -here’s apicture of him with Ron HUSSEY and Steve MOES at

Coleen’s e-mail address. She told me that Coleen is the director of Minor Con¬

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class. He married Ann Werth, a rst grade teacher, this past March, and is enjoying himself as a“full- edged bureaucrat” at NASA’s Space Station Program Of ce

in Houston. He says he negotiates with Russians and Alabamians, and needs translators for both! Phil HAMANN sent ashort message to say he’s back ying the

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Julie (ROSBURG) KECK dropped aline to say that she’s working for NIMA (National Imagery and Mapping Agency) in D.C. She passed along that Jane MENGEL (mechanical engineering professor at Modesto College in California) nished an across-the-U.SA. bike trek in July. Makes my 30-mile Saturday rides look like a blow! Ray and Joan TUREK moved to Barksdale in July, and are getting used to the heat again. And, Rick MRAZ is now at the Joint War ghting Center at Fort Mon¬

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drastic reduction of veteran presence in Congress and the Senate, I’m glad to see that she made it. We’re proud of you, Heather. Represent us well!

In other news, Jon (Doc) KIMMINAU sent anote saying he and his family are all settled in Columbus, OH where Doc’s starting on aPh.D. in political psychology and international relations. Doc nished up SAAS (School of Advanced Airpower Studies) at Maxwell earlier this year and was accepted into this program. I’m sure

in Minneapolis. That place is so huge, Idon’t know how you can possibly nd

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According to Jake, Ron has recovered nicely from the injuries he sustained when he was on the losing end of adisagreement with apower saw. After some time off

on disability leave from Delta, he’s acaptain and back to full time ying. Steve was

Joyce (ROTHLEDER) and Tom GRISSOM sent an e-mail kindly thanking me for (but still rejecting) my recommendation for names for their new twins. Ithink my suggestion was Pete and Repeat, but they wisely picked Miles Montgomery and Spencer Everett! If my count is right, that makes ve kids for them now. Joyce and Tom both pinned on Lt Col in May, and Tom is running aspecialized course in critical care air transport at Brooks AFB. But, pending con rmation, he may be the head of the anesthesiology department at Wilford Hall by the time you read

on his way to Germany to be the CE OPS squadron commander at Ramstein -the

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biggest CE squadron in the Air Force. He’ll be commanding 300 troops, 500 civil¬

Julie Joyce Charity (HUGHES) RYAN wrote, wondering if anyone has given serious thought to aclass gift to USAFA at our upcoming reunion. Seeing how most of us are parents with kids, it’d be nice to start the nancial planning ahead of time! Do any of you know who our class treasurer (if we even have one) is? Have any of you come up with ideas for aclass gift? If you can answer either of these questions, drop me aline.

2Lt Jesse Jahn (’98) sent me anote regarding aproject he’s working on. He’d like to get in touch with anyone who was ever amember of the Cadet Honor Guard at USAFA. He’s working on awebsite (http://wtvw.geocities.com/pentagon/bun"' '), and would like to eventually assemble acomplete roster of all former members. If you’re interested, e-mail him at jahnjs.pa@usafa.af.mil

ians and about 30 of cers.

We know they’ve moved but we don’t know why: Rich ALDRICH to Houston, Janice BENHAM to Ft Worth, Bart BLESSING to Saint Peters, MO; Steve HENSON

to Falls Church, VA; Bret HYDE to Hickam; Kevin NEUMANN to San Antonio; Mary ORN to Las Vegas; Paul RAINES to Maplewood, NJ; Joyce (SCHMITT) EASTWICK to Duvall, WA; A1 SIMON to Albuquerque; and Don YOHO to Brooks AFB in Texas.

Anybody who knows what’s up with any of these guys, or any other ‘Biers, drop me aline. Add me to your Christmas card list -and send pictures!

Jim Ratti

or at iahnis@netscape.net.

Carl ZIMMERMAN sends word that he’s left the /Hir Force Services Agency in

5301 Palo Verde Dr.

Edwards, GA 93523-2405 Home: (805) 258-8280/DSN: 527-7782

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Well, the results are in! By my count (and quite unof cial it is!), right at 200 of us made Lt Col in the primary zone. Idon’t profess to have any statistics, percentages or analysis of the promotion results, but this milestone in our careers cer¬

tainly prompts abit of re ection. We’re approaching our 20-year reunion and the majority of us still on active duty around that time will be Lt Cols. Remember

when we were at the Zoo and we watched all those gray (and sometimes long) haired old guys come back? Did we look as young to them as the kids out there

today do to us? Yeah, probably, but it hardly seems possible! /Hnyway, enough blather—on with the news! Back in early June, Istarted hearing rumors that acertain Heather WILSON was running in aspecial election for a

San Antonio to take ashort-notice job at the Pentagon. He’s working congressional and legislative issues in AF/ILV He gures somebody gured out he and Valerie were having too good atime in Texas, and decided ayear there was long enough! My old CS-30 bud Bill H/UIDING said hello from the National Security Space Architect Of ce in D.C., where he works with Ben HUFE Bill’s wife, Charlene (J/HRDIN, ’85), works in DISA. Bill said he’s bumped into JeffVANCE atime or two at USSPACECOM, where Jeff works long-range plans. Igot an e-mail from Glenn JAMES who’s all settled in San Antonio, working in the Information Warfare Battle Lab. I’m not sure exactly what they do there, but it seems like every time Istart up aword processor. I’m doing battle with information (or computers), so maybe he’ll come up with new tactics for recovering that le Ilost when the power went out!

Last but certainly not least. Dr. Steve TOPPER sent a“rumor control” message to ll us in on his reasons for separating before retirement. Steve had been promoted to Lt Col, but declined it to pursue an academic career in medicine. He’s an orthopaedic surgeon, specializing in hand and microsurgery, and has moved to Oregon. He’s now an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery, and is the chief of the hand and microsurgery section. Steve also sent word that John R. SMITH is assigned to the Pentagon and is expecting his fth child (should be bom by the time you read this). Steve also told me that William ERIKSON is the exec of cer in aC-17 squadron at Charleston;

Dan H/HRGROVE is aSpecial Air Missions pilot at Andrews; and Tom LaVALLEY works at United /Urlines’ training center in Denver and just welcomed his fourth child.

As for Ellen and me, we’re doing ne and still enjoying Edwards (really!). We took a once-in-a-lifetime vacation to China in August, visiting Beijing, Xian, Guilin, and Hong BCong. One of the best trips I’ve ever been on, and avery enjoyable and relaxing vacation too. We really enjoyed ourselves, 'Til next time, be safe and enjoy the pin-on parties! RATMAN. Dave Ruf ey 4204A Muledeer Drive

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against apotential attack by North Korea. Several weeks ago, they were treated to avisit by one General (Ret) Thomas C. Richards, known and loved by all as our one-time commandant. He couldn’t resist the perfect setup. So when it came time to describe the North’s ability to conduct aprotracted campaign, he had his briefer include that “they can make it harder, but they can’t make it longer...”

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And what would we do without our quarterly lacrosse update, furnished, as always, by Jake JAKOBI, He and Chet NOWAK played for the Air Force “Graybirds” alumni team in the SuperMasters Division in the Vail Lacrosse Tournament, which Jake described as “the old-guy division.” They got their butts kicked in the rst

at the zoo, teaching History 101 to cadets who were born during our thirdclass year. Having survived three years of penal servitude in an ICBM squadron at EE. Warren AFB (yes, that is about the worst thing you can do to aself-respecting cop) and having wrenched my mind from missile security issues into the academic world once again, Iwanted to do something fun and different. So when Ray BLUST put out the word that we needed areplacement for Dave WRIGHT in the scribe

from the Iranian border. He’s now deputy director of International Programs here.

Branching out from the zoo for more on ‘83ers: Ray BLUST sent me anote that he ran into Chris HABIG in Chicago, Chris is ying the friendly skies of United as a727 pilot. Seems Chris has settled down after his days as an F-16 driver at Hill then as an F-15 test pilot at Edwards and agenuine "Top Gun” style test pilot instructor at the Navy Test Pilot School. (Sorry guys, I’m just aground pounder, but

rotation, Ivolunteered. Little did Iknow at the time that Iwas about to become

would it have been OK to call him a"TP” instructor? In almost 20 years and Istill don’t speak pilot!).

part of anew Air Force and USAFA tradition. Thanks to the housing market in Cheyenne (where our "summer home” remains available) we decided to move into Douglass Valley housing. Shortly after our arrival, we discovered that Ihadn’t just replaced Dave as winter-issue scribe, but my family had replaced his in the same quarters. That’s it, it’s of cial. As you all know well, anything that happens twice in the AF automatically becomes atradition, so from now on, 4204A Muledeer Drive is the of cial residence of '83 scribes at USAFA. (Editor’s note:

Talk about coincidence, yourCheckpoints editor lived in the same house as acap¬

Chris also told Ray that Mick GUTHALS is abomber pilot currently working at tbe Pentagon. Rob FUSCHINO and Rex BAILEY were in Chris’ TP class (hey, Ray used the acronym, Tm just the scribe). Rob served as an F-16 TP and is now a727 FO instructor (I assume that means " ight of cer" and not the other thing) for United in Denver. Rex was aB-2 TP and is now also in Denver as a767 FO instruc¬

tor. Chris also passed along that Dave STISCHER left F-16s and F-117s for United 727s. Ray also ran into Lisa (LINDEN) OSTERHELD, who’s a ight of cer for Ameri¬

tain and major during 1978-80!)

can Airlines 727s out of the D.C. area, and Keith KOLEKOFSKI, aHuey pilot now

Dave and his family left here in June for Randolph after two years as AOC for the Dirty Dozen of CS-12, which ranked as USAFA's outstanding squadron one of those years, and dropped off all the way to fourth place the other. Looks like Dave’s leadership skills have stayed as sharp as when he was our class “rep” during our

working airborne communications systems in tbe Pentagon.

doolie year in CS-19. Dave, who’s

ying T-43s at Randolph, sent an e-mail saying

he ran into Bob LALA in base ops. Bob’s en route from ying F- 16s in Japan to T-38 IP duty back at Vance AFB. Dave also said he ran into Sue (NEWHOUSE) ROSS, as she was at Randolph for upgrade as aT-37 IP and en route to Columbus AFB.

Dave and Tom KRISE also passed along that Lt Col (NEWHOUSE) ROSS was, in fact, on her way to Columbus to be the commander of the T-37 squadron there.

Jon DURESKY called with some more tidbits from the Midwest. Seems that Chris MOULTON’S taken on Sue (NEWHOUSE) ROSS’s old job as speecbwriter for

the AMC/CC, (Glad to see that you too survived EE. Warren, Chris -Billy WALKER, incidentally, was commanding the helo unit there when 1left.) Also in the Scott AFB area are Kim BENTLER, who’s now living in St Louis and serving in the AF Reserve. Butch ALLIGOOD was last seen as amember of the Scott AFB eight-man

contingent on abike-across-Iowa fundraiser, while Vince and Mavis (THORPE) C O M PA G N O a r e a l s o i n t h e S c o t t a r e a .

Tom says that Sue just left an assignment on the personal staff of the

That’s all the news I’ve gotten. Ray BLUST writes the next column, so please send him your news and photos. His address is 149 S. Park St., Wheeling, WV

C I N C S T R AT C O M a n d A M C .

26003-5924. Phone (304) 242-7182. E-mail 104055,444@COMPUSERVE.COM. If

Tom KRISE also put me in touch with another Lt Col classmate. Anne (GETTLEIMAN) CAMPBELL is teaching political science here, while Tom has re¬

you can’t contact him, get in touch with me and I’ll pass the material along.

turned to the English department. That’s Anne joining Tom, me and Ken KNOTTS in front of the Eagle and Fledglings and the Air Garden fountains. Yes, for those who haven't been back here lately, the water is back. The four of us, along with Jeff BALL who couldn’t make our lunch meeting, are the only classmates of which I know on the faculty here. Anne has recently completed her PhD at CU Boulder.

She and her USNA-grad husband, Jeff, set up residence here in the Springs with their young son. Tom ICRISE and his wife, Patty, have been back here since the summer of '97. Patty works for aFord subsidiary called Fairlane Credit in one of the many new of ce complexes due east of the Academy across 1-25.

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Iam once again past the deadline for the next issue, and had to plead for an

extension. Iam running out of excuses, and “my dog ate my paper” hasn’t worked for along time! Thanks to the AOG staff for putting up with the miscues! One

reason (excuse) for putting off the deadline was to get to see all of the happenings at the AF/TCU game in Ft, Worth. Although the game did not turn out to our liking (TCU won 35-34) the pre-game tailgate was exceptional, and the North Texas

Association of Graduates put on quite ashow. If any of you live in the Dallas/Ft Worth area, Ihighly recommend you getting in touch with their group! Iwas joined at the foodfest by Doug APPLEGATE, (Delta FO). He and his wife, Cindy, are expecting their rst child by the end of the year for tax purposes. We saw alot of familiar faces -and hope we can get that kind of turnout should the Falcons go to abowl game this year.

Attention in the area! Doug WREATH is back on active duty and working in legislative affairs. He is deputy chief of the Air Force House Liaison Of ce, and enjoying it. Rich BRADSHAW ran into Jeff HUFF at one of the airports, and in the "small world” category, Isaw Rick OLESZCZUK at DIA. He is working and living in Colorado, space imaging Ido believe. Per CORBEIL, and wife. Barb (Martin ’85), are living out in California. He is

ying with American. It was great to hear from A1

MILTON who is currently residing in Albuquerque and working as the business MAN’S FLIGHT IHRpUGH LIFE IS

development manager for Tecolote Research, Inc. on the Air Force's Airborne La¬

ser Program. Roger BOWER is working at MCI and living in the Colorado Springs a r e a .

It’s about time! After 14 years we nally hear from Scott VAN GORDER, who is now at Keesler AFB running the C-12C/D Worldwide Program and ying as a schoolhouse IP/ER He has seen some of our classmates come through Keesler on their way to attache jobs. Bob SINON came through initial qual on his way from HQ AETC to Dhahran. Dave HOOK is the assistant attache at Abidjan, Ivory Coast (Cote D'Ivoire). He also noted that Joe WILEY is

ying the C-12 at Nairobi. Yes,

same place where things just went BOOM! Thankfully he was ferrying aC-12 from A n d r e w s t o N a i r o b i a n d w a s i n t h e A z o r e s . H e r b " T h e B a r o n Vo n ” E H R M A N N w a s

aschoolhouse IP at Little Rock, but he's probably moved on.

Steve "Roose” RUSIN not only sent an update, but also aphoto via the information superhighway. 1don't know if the scanned photos will work with the Checkpoints gang, but Iwill try to put it on the home page. He is in the middle of a21/

2year exchange tour as aCF-18 IP parlez vous-ing francais and ying jets in Bagotville, Quebec. He was deployed to Aviano, doing the Bosnia CAS thing and enjoying the wine and pasta. Ed INGHAM is coming back to the states! He and

Tom also relayed that Andy KOHLAN is stillaRavenonRC-135satOffutt, tending to his real estate empire on the side, renting out acondo in D.C. and acouple of houses in Omaha. Tom also noted that Tim SCHIFER and his wife, Shana, are happily settled in St Louis, where Tim is abank executive.

Ido have to backtrack to the photo and give Ken KNOTTS his due. Ken and I have crossed paths afew times, notably back in '95 in Moscow, where Ken was assistant air attache while Iwas working on my doctoral research. In addition to making my stay in Moscow both much more productive and fun, Ken demonstrated exceptional skill and daring in negotiating Moscow traf c (and scaring the ●&''%$ out of me) in arickety-but-game Russian SUV known as a“Neva.” Ken followed his Moscow tour with one in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan living ve miles

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his family are transitioning from Osan to Luke. Renee and the kids left in July and he will hook up with them in Jan '99. Mike "GIMP" MCGEENEY nally got married last Feb '98 at the U.S. Naval Academy to his new wife, Michelle (schoolteacher). In the wedding were John “DUFF” MCELLIGOTT ( ying With United) with his wife, Kara Hayes ( ying Delta), and three kids. Also, Mike “Hollywood”

KIRBY (a successful lawyer in Miami) and his wife, Stephanie, who Ihad the pleasure of being in their wedding two years ago. Hollywood cancelled at the last

moment to be home for the birth of his rst daughter, Alexa Mareka. Gimp is working with alaboratory/medical supply company (VWR-SP adivision of Merck) in senior management for the MD/VA/DC areas.

Promotion! Victor HAYNES has made IVIAJOR! It has also been rumored there

are afew classmates who nally made captain -Jim KALIAMOS (United) may be one. He sent in agood update on himself and JC CURRAN (Southwest captain).

JC has even been doing the ALO thing for the Academy now and also helping out at the jump loft. He taught 490 this summer and managed to get in quite afew jumps himself. He also just bought ahuge boat of atruck. He’s got afour-car garage and this thing dominates one whole side of it! Kali was down at Randolph and ran in to Charlie HEATH. He’s ying AT-38s there. Kali also talked to Troy DIXON recendy. He’s living in Virginia and working at the Pentagon. He nished up at AFIT last year and now 1think he’s working in an ops research kind’ve athing in DC. In July Kali went down to Houston to visit Doi HECKLER and to see the

NASA complex. Doi's doing great and his restaurants are very successful. It’s no

wonder, the food is excellent! His restaurants are called “Nit Noi” and are highly

recommended if you’re ever in the area. His regular clientele includes the Bush’s, George and Barbara, that is. John NUNEZ just moved back to the area. He’s working out at Falcon (I forgot what the new name is). He’s involved in the integration of space ops with air ops. They were able to hit the Bronco’s home opener. Thanks for the update Kali!

We received aforwarded message from Cameron HURST. He married Leslie Leland in 1985 and spent ve years in the Pentagon (in software development).

Left to work for American Airlines (consulting to the Airline -SABRE), then Leslie and he started asoftware development company. They’ve been at it for six years and now seem to be doing fairly well. Company has about 30 folks with clients in the U.S., Asia and Latin America. Mark BLUMENTHAL is ying for UPS (after several years as an international of cer with American Airlines). He was in 747s

as a ight engineer and then upgraded to aMD 80 rst of cer. Andy KLEIN has moved back to Colorado Springs with wife, Jackie, and their three kids. Andy and I y together at American Eagle, down at DFW. Dr. Scott SCHIMMELS rvrites his son Brian still needs his trachea surgery, but since he’s gaining weight and getting enough oxygen through his restricted airway the doctors decided to wait until he absolutely needs it. He has other two children, Jenni (7) and Ethan (5). Scott is still at UDRI and hope to make this his permanent home for the next 20-plus years. Roger DEEMER is at Defense Systems Management College in Fort Belvoir, VA since 10 May attending their Advanced Program Management Course (APMC). His family includes wife, Amanda, and sons Reed (3) and Nolan (21 months). Classmates also attending this APMC

Igot some electrons from Mike PETROSH. He’s beenaKC-135nav (1,000 hrs) and

KC-10 pilot. His Air Force commitment is running out soon and he’s looking for a civilian airline job. So any of you grads who've own with Mike please help him out with your airiine’s applications and letters of reference. Danny TOPP sent me an email too. He retired after 16 years of service. He’s still in Colorado Springs working for Nichols Research Corporation but he travels alot. He and Grace plan on staying here for awhile so they started looking for ahouse to buy. He says Sallie ADAMS (KOUPHANGER) is in town too. She works for MCI.

Isaw Steve VISEL while Iwas TDY to Naval Space Command in Dahlgren, VA in July. He showed me what he does out there and it’s pretty impressive. If you’re in the area, drop by and pay him avisit. I'm sure he’d like that. Steve, Cindy, and their litde boys, Daniel and John, and Iwent out to dinner at Captain John’s Crab House while Iwas there. Steve showed me the ne art of preparing the hot, freshly-cooked crabs for consumption. The food was good and the company was great.

Dave THOMPSON came to Air Force Space Command (a.k.a.. Building One to those in the know) to work EELV requirements afew months ago. Jackie CHARSAGUA (1509 S. 5* Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048) wrote me aletter last spring.

She completed the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS. Then she went to the Joint Professional Military Education Phase II course at the Armed Forces Staff College in Norfolk, VA in June. By the time you’ll be reading this she should be at her new' assignment at U.S. Strategic Command at O utt AFB, NE. Her new job is chief. Global Command and Control System Implementation for the command. But her boss told her that she’ll be going to acquisi¬

tion and program manager classes, so she asked that we continue to use the above address to reach her until she gets settled into anew place in Omaha sometime in O c t o b e r.

Tom CURRIE sent an e-mail. “Just looking through the AOG web pages and saw you listed as the class scribe. I’m not sure what that means, but Ithought Iwould

class: Mark BAGGETT, Gordon NEFF, and Bill WYCHE. Rich CASTENADA also

drop you aline. Where are you and how are you doing? Looks like you are still in the Air Force trying to make acareer out of it. lam stationed at Patuxent River NAS, MD working on the V-22 Osprey program as atest pilot. I’m still married to my high school sweetheart. Dawn. We now have three girls: Rachael 8, Sara 5, and Samantha 1.’’ (After Ireplied to his e-mail and attached adraft copy of my article for the Spring ’98 issue of Checkpoints, Tom sent the following information.) “Excellent letter for

checked in and is running asuccessful company in California.

the next Checkpoints. You caught me; it is true Iam not amember (of the AOG).

It was great to hear from Mike LYNCH as well. He coached Northeast Missouri

State University to the NCAA playoffs, and aconference championship. In ’95, he traded in his soccer boots for wingtips joining P zer (pharmaceuticals, same company as Chad BASLER) which returned them to the beautiful Rocky Mountains with jobs in Fort Collins and Denver. Krisanne and he live in Highlands Ranch and have two very active boys, Ryan and Kevin. He is still involved with AFA Soccer as president of the Air Force Soccer Alumni Association. Chris FISHER also

lives in Highlands Ranch. He ies for United and serves as an LO. He and his wife have two children. Clay ROWAN got married this past January and lives in Park City, UT. He is ying for Delta. Johnny SIEVERLING just nished up Army Command and General Staff College. They (wife, Marty, and two kids) stopped through Colorado on their way to Korea.

More news: From Kelly ROLAND (ZINDA): she got off active duty in '89 after

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years was up. Spent the ve years moving around San Antonio, Randolph, Medina Base (OTS), and Lackland. She got off active duty and joined the Reserves at Kelly AFB. Got married in '90, had ababy girl in '92 and moved back to the Springs last fall when her husband (civilian at Peterson) received apromotion. She is now assigned to the 302 Maintenance Squadron at Peterson as the exec of cer, where she is able to work acouple days aweek, giving her alot of exibility.

Matt JOHNSON was supposed to make it back to the states this summer; don’t k n o w i f h e c a m e b a c k . T i m “ D u k e ” AV E Y c h e c k e d i n w i t h h i s e - m a i l a d d r e s s -

which Ihope will give us abetter handle on our web pages! Robin SPELLS (BOYD) is living in sunny Southern Cal. She and husband, Greg, have two great kids: Xavier

(8) and Porscha (6). She is also working for CSC in San Diego.

E-mail opportunity: For those of you who are always looking for the best Internet and e-mail deals, you may want to look into this one. USAFA.com, not the one we

put our class home page on, has e-mail forwarding. So you can keep the same address all of the time, Iguess it is like Juno or hotmail, and probably has some of the same problems. But it is another avenue to look at.

As always, Ilook forward to meeting you and your families as you pass through, and would really appreciate aChristmas note or picture. No real personal stuff will go on the page or article. Thanks again -Jens.

However, 1am saving my pennies and plan to join as alifetime member at the end of the year. I’ll put together aparagraph on what the Class of ’85 is accomplishing on the V-22 program. In addition to myself, both Kyle CUNNINGHAM and Tim HEALY work on the V-22 program. Kyle is in charge of developing and procuring training devices as well as putting together the training plans for this new AF system. Tim will graduate from USN Test Pilot School in June when he will join me as atest pilot on the program.”

While TDY in San Antonio, TX afew months ago, Istopped by HQ AFMPC to check on my of cial records and meet with my career eld managers. You’ll never guess who walked in while Iwas getting the latest scoop from acareer eld manager.

Greg, a.k.a. Then, THEODOSS walked in! Ihadn’t seen him in years. He’s doing great. And why shouldn’t he be since he gets to tell pilots where to go and doesn’t even have to “get the pubs” and get in the plane wrtth them! He’s the personnel manager for rated joint assignments. Once Igot him caught up alittle on class news, he had some scoop of his own to dish. He said Karolen FAHRNI is assigned to U.S. Strategic Command’s personnel directorate (Jl). He also said Eric GORDON is aKC-135 staff navigator at Fairchild AFB, WA. Isaw acouple of classmates at the 1998 Space Control Conference at MIT’s Lincoln Laboratory near Boston, MA in April, James (a.k.a, Jim) COOPER and Scott DAW were both there. They’re both civilian contractors Air Force Space Command (AFSPC). It turns out the three of us have something in common besides working on AFSPC programs. We’re ali scuba divers. Tm proud to be a“fair weather” sport diver who prefers to get “bottom time” for pleasure in places like California, Florida, Hawaii and exotic overseas islands. Jim and Scott, however, don’t seem to mind

using their skills to dive in the high-altitude lakes in our Colorado Rockies for fun.

There’s usually nothing to see in these lakes but they like to “blow bubbles” anyway.

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gure!

Speaking of scuba diving opportunities, Steve COOKE’s getting plenty. He’s the new detachment commander for Maui, Hi’s space surveillance site. While you’re reading this article, he’s probably scuba diving or wind sur ng. Steve, if you get tired of Hawaii, just let me know. I’d be happy to take your place!

Bob PICKRELL called. He recently got out of the Reserves. No more WC-130 hur¬

ricane hunting for him. He started adetailing business. It’ll keep him close to home on the weekends. During the week, and Iuse that term loosely. Bob enjoys ying Quintel Williams

full-time with Delta Airlines in Dallas, TX His wife, Arin, was

2585 Deliverance Drive

but quit last year to take apromotion as afull-time mom. Their two little girls, Cassidy and Kylie, are growing up really fast. Bob said Doug WELLS should be get¬

Colorado Springs, CO 80918-1333 Home: (719) 599-7782

ying with Delta too,

ting aPhD somewhere in Colorado Springs.

DSN: 692-6163

If anyone needs e-mail addresses on classmates, Ihave quite afew. Listing them in the column makes it dif cult to lay out due to the length of the e-mail addresses so Ican be the contact for any classmate looking for the e-mail address of another.

Appreciate any and all inputs from the class for the next column.

E - m a i l : U S A FA 1 9 8 5 @ a o l . c o m Percent members: 31

Hi everyone! Congratulations to our new lieutenant colonel selectees. Afew

names that I’ve heard are on the list as of the deadline are Cary CHUN, Dan JORDAN, and Elise VANDER VENNET. See the of cial list to con rm these names and see others. Again congratulations to our active-duty fast burners!

Isaw Tom COLEMAN at Langley AFB recently while Iwas visiting the Expeditionary Air Force Experiment facility. Ihaven’t seen him in years. He looked good in his

green ight suit. He told me how much he still loves to y. Lynn STEER was on hand to help cheer Renee’ and me onward as we ran a5K, “Race for the Cure,” at the

Bob Colella 1304 Cbeatham Court

Warrensburg, MO 64093 Home: (816) 747-7964 DSN: 975-3248 E-mail: rcolella@ILand.net Percent members: 32

academy in September. Lynn was helping out with the race. We got to talk for a while afterwards. She’s doing great. So is her black Thunderbird. Nice car Lynn!

Greetings Classmates!

She’s still

You need to check out the Dodo link on the Class of '86 Homepage, download

ying for United Airlines out of Denver, CO.

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started!)

How about those Falcons! Almost turned off the TV after the rst quarter -glad Ididn’t. Who picked the uniform of the day for the national TV audience? Iknow Iwas dressed in combo Awatching it at home, so how could it be that the entire wing was decked out in leisure wear? When Tm the commandant (not if) there are going to be afew changes -‘nuff said.

On to the news. My lead story is about afellow ‘86er who is now working with me in the 509* OSS at Whiteman. Scott TROTTER (Hot to) and his lovely spouse,

Kendra, pictured here with Trot-mites Stephen (8) and David (1) brings us up to date on their lives in the Air Force. “I was sent to Minot to y B-52s but escaped to Columbus to be aT-38 IP and then to Randolph to do the same. I’m awaiting training in the B-2 and Ispend my leisure time listening rapdy to Cactus (that’s me) tell jokes in the 509* OSS.” Scott works well under direct supervision and we are glad to have him on the 509* team generating combat sorties for Global Presence/Power/Reach/Grab/TVvo Headed Goat... you get the idea.

the Class of ‘87 (“FRAT”). I’m working in New York City at the United Nations Headquarters in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, it’s ajoint job; there are 11 U.S. of cers “on loan” to the U.N. to help it manage peacekeeping better. In addition, there are over 100 other of cers on loan from various other member states. Iam aTraining Of cer ('"86 -Global Training!”) primarily responsible for providing peacekeeping training to regions, nations, contingents, staff of cers, etc. It’s an interesting job, but the area is expensive and the commute is atri e stiff. We hope to PCS next summer. Given what Ijust said, Idon't have much contact with the Air Force, let alone other ‘86 grads. However, Ihave run into Joe BLEWITT. He has his ovm graphics company in the NYC area and is heavily involved with the AF Association and local USAFA chapter. Johnny CAPPELLO is

still at the Academy teaching poly sci. He is off to y B-ls again, sometime this fall. Our tours there (same dept) overlapped for two years. By the way, he was the driving force behind starting awomen’s lacrosse program at the AFA. You can read into that whatever you want.” (“Greg, Iplayed lacrosse with Johnny at the Zoo and he did kind of throw like agirl so... ”) My friend Tim FITZGERALD (fellow CS-30 alum), the wandering soul that he is, is returning to the ranks of active duty as apilot. He was gone for two years getting his MA in anthropology at the University of Michigan and aone-year stint with the Peace Corps. It's amazing they let him back in. (“I wonder what he says about his enemies?”), given all the drawdown, force shaping bull. (“Hey you can’t say that here! This isn’t the Dodo\”) Well, that’s all I’ve got. Take care. Greg Giletti CS-30”.

I’m continually amazed at some of the jobs that some of us have in the Air Force.

Who’d think that you could be working at the U.N.? Iwonder if he gets diplomatic plates so he can park anywhere, kind of like weekends at the Zoo parking in the AOC spot!

Dave OLDER, an old tanker pilot who passes gas in Hawaii, wrote to say, “All is

well here in Hawaii. Everything is going great. We’ve got two ‘86ers assigned to the PACAF Air Operations Squadron’s Air Mobility Operations Control Center AMOCC (for all you airlifters -TACC’s PACAF counterpart), me and Lee SCIFERS. My wife, Betty, son Christian (6 yrs) and daughter Caitlin (3 yrs) have ayear left here in Paradise and then it’s on to other things somewhere. Currently, I’m the chief. Logistics Operations, responsible for directing the recovery of PACAF C130s/KC-135s that break off-station. (“Bet that never happens in Hawaii.. .just can’t nd that wrench... ”) We spend our off time hitting the zoo, beaches and the other tourist spots on the island. (“I wonder where they go to watch the noonmeal formation on Hawaii?”) Lee is our DV airlift scheduler and handles setting up airlift for the CINC Paci c Command along with Commander, PACAF. He keeps

busy trying to schedule one airframe for two people and has more visibility than he cares about sometimes.”

Manny “the Man” MAVRAKIS sends both amessage and ashameless plug for the Class of ‘86 Homepage. Ain’t been there yet? Are ya lazy? Go check it out! “J

recendy ran into the ’86 Webpage and wanted to bring you up to speed on some classmates I’ve run into: On atrip to A1 Kharj, Saudi Arabia, Ihad as apassenger

Scott and Kendra Trotter with Stephen and David,

News Flash. Finally got apicture of Ricky RODGERS (call sign “MR”) and family with new additions. As you can see it was acold day when Ricky had his rst B-2 ight. (He froze all his hair off) He got the traditional hosing down and afamily photo with his wife, Kim, son Evan and the two new Rodgers. Ricky should be done training when you read this save for aWing Stand Down or two. Ricky is a constant source of ire for me as he always forgets the post and fails to check off his roommate before he goes out into the hallway.

Matt FENTON who was on his way to y the Southern no- y zone as part of the 1" Fighter Wing from Langley. 1also ran into Marcus QUINT last winter at Osan AB,

Korea where he was an F-16 ight commander getting ready to PCS out of that r e s o r t a r e a . I a l s o r a n i n t o K e n a n d S u m m e r B A R T Z A C K a t t h e Yo k o t a A B O f c e r s

Club last winter as well. (“Wouldn't be aCheckpoints article is someone didn’t run

into the BARTZACKs.”) He was aC-130IR I’m still living in Mousetown USA (Orlando, FL).” Manny didn’t mention free lodging or other amenities in the Orlando area so lets all make an effort to stop in next time we’re in town!

This just in: “To all our friend’s: (anyone in the Class of '85 can skip this next

paragraph) The BASAKs nally have ahome. Our new mailing address is Rich & Jennifer Basak, 303 Belmont Circle, Yorktown, VA 23693; phone: (757) 865-2985,

We are very happy in our new home. If you’re ever in the area please drop us aline and we’ll be happy to show you that wonderful Virginian hospitality.”

Chris MANOCCHIA writes to say “Dear Bob, Well, I’m somewhat remiss in my duties by staying out of touch with pretty much everyone in my class over the past 12 years, so Ihave alittle ‘making up’ to do. I’ll start at the beginning. Igraduated from UPT at Willy -and yes, Mark POKORNY did graduate. (“I’ll be darned! You’d think he’d change his address in the graduate Register- 82"'' Student Squadron... ”)

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Went on to A- 10s in Alaska with Tim HANNUS and Harry RONSMAN. Then on to

T-38s at Vance for two years. 1was ‘jammed’ with the pilot bonus and turned it down, which Andy HUISENTRUIT adamantly tried to talk me out of, unsuccessfully. Ibecame acivilian at the end of 1993, interviewed with Southwest in 1994

(didn’t get hired -not enough hours) and started my ‘civilian experiment.’ Ibecame a nancial planner, did that for four years and did respectably well. Last

year I nally came around to my senses and said, ‘What in the hell am Idoing with my life?’ It was one of those mid-life crisis things, (“buy aCorvette?”) Iwent back

to the Air Force and asked them if they still wanted pilots (knowing full well that things had come full circle and they really needed pilots) and after six months of

bureaucratic haggling, 1re-entered the Air Force this past April. I’m still acaptain and will be for awhile (I will probably be the last ‘86er to get promoted, but at least I’m ying). I’m aT-38 IP at Test Pilot School here at Eddie’s Air Patch (Edwards

Ricky and Kim Rodgers with son Evan and twins Erica and Emiiy.

Gary BURG as usual

lls us in: “ATTENTION IN THE AREA: To one and all. Yes,

it's nally time for me to rejoin my family. Ihave less than two weeks in Korea and am looking forward to leaving for Langley AFB. The family should be reunited on 31 July at Langley. Hopefully we’ll be moving on base within acouple of weeks after we arrive (they did, see address at the top), Of course, our e-mail addresses will be good throughout the move. Keep in touch and please send me material so Ican be as funny as Bob was for this past year. (Gee thanks Gary, that is quite a compliment!) Gary Burg.”

This came in next from Greg GILETTI. 1got alot of response from all the class scribes after Iinadvertently e-mailed my column to all USAFA scribes instead of USAFA AOG. Needless to say Igot alot of editorial comments from the Class of‘85

-yeah like they can read... “Hi. Igot your e-mail because my wife is ascribe for

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some of the games and bust your gut laughing for awhile as you realize nothing has changed. Iam turning the reigns back over to Gary “Ice” Burg, back from “Solution to Air Force Retention Problems” remote duty in Korea. You can e-mail, phone or write him: Gary BURG, 174011* St., Langley AFB, VA 23665-1730. Home phone: (757) 865-4681. DSN: 574-8610. E-mail: garv.burg@langlev.af.mil or Beaker90FS@anl.cnm. Me, I’ll be quarterly morning quarterbacking all future articles that Gary writes and pushing for the occasional guest spot. (It’s how Leno

AFB). I’m really happy with my new job. I’ve been married for almost 10 years to Cynthia (a Scottsdale, AZ native), have agirl Caroline (7), son Robert (3 112), and a

brand new addition, James (born three weeks ago -13 August). Enough about me, here’s what Iknow about other ‘86ers (mostly CS-26). Phung LE is acivilian in amanufacturing company in Cincinnati, OH. Sean EDWARDS is married with two kids, works for Shell Oil (for quite awhile, too) and lives in Sacramento, CA. Randy MAXFIELD graduated ayear late, married to Nancy and has one son. He works at Falcon AFB in the Springs. Dominic GRAZIOLl (CS-19) is married with a new baby; still in the Air Force and does nothingbut shoot. He was recently ranked number four in the world in International Trap and will be competing for the 2000 Olympics next year. Judy Peer (HUPP) is working at the Academy but I’m not sure what in. Harry RONSMAN stayed in Alaska for quite awhile and eventually went on to FWIC in the A-10, and Is now at D-M in Tucson. That is what Iknow, off the cuff. Hope this helps with the next Checkpoints (“ IT DOES”). I’ll keep in touch

This last letter is asnail mail input and Iwanted to “squeeze" it in. It is letter

from Rob BENTS, whose wedding Iwas in during June week -1 was speaking uent Chinese at the end of the reception. Rob is married to DD (see photo) and

Jim MACFARLANE, Tom BOROWIEC, Chris SIMPSON, Stacey WILSON (the groom), Todd OLIVER, Dan, and Chuck VOLKER -ahandsome group Imight add.

writes: "This is my rst time writing to Checkpoints since graduation (" We’ll look forward to the 2010 installment”). Iwas an F-16 ight surgeon in Misawa for a while, then nished four years of surgery training with Craig RUDER at Wilford Hall last year (School cheer: You Stab em we Slab em!) I’m now chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Kirtland AFB with my beautiful wife DD and alittle stud son Easton.

Ilove my job. In the picture Isent are Ron MONTGOMERY and his wife April,

Antonio TILLMAN and his wife Noeleen. Ron was an IP in the AWACS simulator

at Kirtland and is now at Osan as aGCI guy. Antonio ew T41s at McGuire, then C-21s at Pete, and is now at the Pentazoo. Take care. Rob.”

The VWIson Wedding Jim is ying C-141s at McChord and is married with two kids. Tom also les C141s, but at McGuire. Tom is married and has one child. Chris is acontractor at

HanscomAFB. Stacey is working in investment banking in New York. Todd is aC130 pilot on the Numbered AF Staff at Travis and Is married with kids. Dan and his

wife, Mimi, have two girls, Caitlin and Molly, and are enjoying their assignment to Ramstein alot -touring most of Europe when they can. Chuck is areinsurance broker in New Jersey and is married with two children as well. Dan also had some Ramstein updates: Chris FINDALL, Brian TINGSTAD, Andy COGGINS and Mark WILLS are dso there.

Icaught up with the FUINOs this summer. Dave’s been out of the AF for several years and has just recently relocated to Florida from Colorado Springs. He’s con¬

From ieft are Rob and DD Bents with Easton, Ron and April Montgomery, and Antonio and Noeleen Tillman.

By now you have all seen the Lt Col board results and believe it or not Idid

recognize one name and it wasn’t abig surprise for me. Future CJCS Angie FAULISE (LANGLEY) goes in for her lobotomy this spring. Tm sure she will have others in the room with her and Iregret that Idon’t have their names here to mention, but congratulations to all of you who managed to accomplish this unique achievement -remember if you wind up as the superintendent some day -1 have rst dibs on commandant! Okay enough sucking up -that wraps it up for me folks; I am out of here. Ireally enjoyed doing this and Ireally appreciate all the support that all of you gave to me sending e-mail and other hate mail. You make this article happen and Iam happy to say that Ionly had to make up afew things. If I offended anyone.. .Too bad! If you aren’t taking ak you ain't over the target! Last Plug: Change your address using the AOG website and input your e-mail address on the Class of‘86 home page: http://hometown.aol.com/usafa86/index.html and

sulting for Of ce Depot at their corporate headquarters. He, his wife, Cheryl, and their three children are enjoying achange of scenery from Colorado -the beaches!

My second photo is from Bret CRENWELGE (CS-22). It took his former

roommate’s recent marriage to nally write Checkpoints/. Dan HAWKINS got married this June to Kristy and Bret sends this picture of the ’87 folks attending. They are Bill (CS-17) and Kelly DEMASO, the new Capt. and Mrs. Hawkins, Sean KAVANAGH (CS-36), and Tonya and Bret.

of course, JOIN THE AOG.

Sharon (Hullinger) Giletti 304 North Road

Garden City NY 11530 (516) 745-6059

E-mail: giJetti@aol.com Percent members: 38

The Hawkins Wedding

Hi! Another summer is gone -time to get back to business. The guilt trip worked with alot of you and Igot some great updates over the summer and even acouple of pictures! Congratulations again to our entire Majors’ Board proraotees.

In June, Iheard from Jeff LAMB (CS-16) who just returned to the States (Peterson

AFB, CO) from wonderful Thule AB, Greenland. He completed his one-year remote assignment as the operations of cer for Det 3,22"'* Space Operations Squadron, or more commonly blown as the Air Force Satellite Control Networks Thule

Tracbng Station. He is de nitely glad to be back and is enjoying his new position as aspace operations inspector on the AF Space Command IG Team. Unfortu¬

nately he is commuting to Fort Collins on the weekends. His wife, Arlene AmatoLamb (formerly Class of ‘89), is in her senior year in the veterinarian medicine

Bill is CS-31s AOC at US/kFA. Dan is stiil

ying the A-10 and has been splitting

his time between the Desert and Pope AFB. Sean is stationed at Langley AFB and is ying the A-10. And Bret has just returned to the C-130 at Little Rock AFB. He and his wife, Tonya, have two litde boys -Andrew (4 years) and Blake (1 year).

Iheard from my doolie roommate Teri ALESCH. She’s doing great at Scott AFB, IL. She’s the directorate executive of cer in the Tanker Airlift Control Center (TACC)

and is going on her third year at AMC, with hopes of heading to Maxwell for the 1999 cycle -congratulations! Ibet they have agreat golf course at Maxwell! There are afew other ’87 classmates at AMC In the TACC: Bucky LINN, Chuck STEEVES, Rich MOON, and Scott ATCHISON. Linda (OLLIG) Warren is aReservist in TACC and ies full-time for Southwest Airlines. If The Learning Channel broadcasts the

program at CSU and plans to head down to the Springs in the summer as afulledged Vet! How‘bout that AF vs. CSU game! Go Falcons! I’m sure that didn’t go

airlift operation for Operation Keiko (Free Willy), look for some of these folks -the

over too well with Arlene! left’ also said that Mark LARSEN (CS-16) is at USAFA as an instructor of military arts and sciences. Mark and his wife, Diane, moved from Albuquerque just this summer.

Igot some baby news from Ma a (BELL) SPR/ANGER -no, not about them

And nally, Igot an Info-laden update from Brou GAUTIER (CS-34). Brou, his wife, Nancy, and their two sons are in northern Virginia. He and John KAFFER (CS-23) graduated from AFIT’s Advanced Study of Air Mobility (ASAM) program in July at Fort Dtx, NJ. Brou headed south to the Pentagon to the Air Staff as a mobility forces programmer, while John, his wife, Loretta, and their two girls

though! Diane (BREVICK) and Aaron ALLEN had their second son on April 6Stone William Brevick Allen. Diane is worbng at Peterson AFB at AFOTEC and Aaron is still running his brewery, The Back Alley. Greg and Julie SCHWARTZ had their second child too -aboy. Greg’s at Scott AFB at AMC HQ. And Dave and Mary SULLfVAN also had alittle boy.

Wayne FISHER (CS-08) Is happy to be back in the States as well. He has just PCSd from Kadena to the 15 SOS at Hurlburt after nlneyears in the Paci c -this is his rst CONUS assignment! His wife and two daughters are very excited to see what the U.S Ahas in store for them. Wayne also had afew updates on some other classmates. Joe RIVERA was at Kadena too, but PCSd in Dec 97 to Randolph AFB as an IE Paul CALTAGIRONE was the 353 SOG

ying safety of cer at Kadena, and

h a s m o v e d o n a l s o . D a v i d A B E R C R O M B I E i s a t Wa r n e r R o b b i n s A F B i n t h e S e c u ¬

rity Forces. He is MWD (married, with dogs -no bds as of yet). They may shed and eat grass to throw up, but they don’t talk back!

Igot agreat picture from Dan BIRRENKOTT. He and several other grads attended Stacey WILSON’S wedding in June to Traci at McGuire AFB. From left are

TACC orchestrated the airlift of the orca in the C-17 from Oregon to Iceland!

headed to Fort Leavenworth for Army Command and General Staff College. Tom

SHARPY was also in attendance at Leavenworth after serving as General Robertson’s aide at 15th AF. Pat MORDENTS and his wife were just arriving at Fort

Dix for the next ASAM course. Pat is looking forward to his one-year break from C- 130s to enjoy the school schedule and. I’m sure, the lack of TDYs. At the Pentagon, Brou has run into more classmates -some in person, some over the phone.

Joe ZAHN is working with AFDCS Installations and Logistics at the Pentagon. Brou communicates with HQ AMC quite frequendy and has talked with Ken OLSEN many times. Ken is working hard in the training arena and he also passes along

that Henry POLZER is at HQ AMC. Brou’s old roommate. Bob HARTWIG, is setding into anew home in Glendale, AZ. After leaving the AF in ’95 as an aggressor

pilot at Nellis, he hooked up with the Houston ANG and ies for United. Bob’s wife, ll, recendy gave birth to their second son in late July.

Well, I’m glad Icould ll the space this time -enjoy the info. Ilook forward to many more e-mails, letters, and/or pictures for the next edition. Until then -S.

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with any new info. Chris Manocchia." Thanks so much for writing Chris!

Mark Peters 1218 Red Oak Court

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Hi 88! Wow, what areunion! If you missed it, you really missed out, but despair not as I’m sure we’ll have enough interest to have another one at the 15-year point.

Unfortunately, the column that follows was written prior to the reunion, but the editor has allowed me to add this paragraph to what was already submitted. Rest assured that I’ll use much of my reunion info in future columns. Some of the numbers from the reunion: approximately 457 classmates (plus another 10 late shows) were there, along with another 258 friends and family (guestimate based on the number of football tickets sold). Here’s my original column: Ifound amis led letter, with quite the interesting photo no less, while rum¬

maging around for some material. Jeff “JD” PARKER sent aletter way back in April. His note follows the photo.

Lastly, in mid-July Tom GILSTER updated me on the changes in his world. “A long overdue message from my desk. My father, a1953 grad from West Point and one of the original ATOs at the academy, gives me ahard time for not writing to you so here goes.

“I am currently at Ramstein AB working as the chief of C-130 Operations in the 86 OSS Current Operations Flight and ying part time as an instructor in C-130s.

Tim BUDD, 6th SQ, is a ight CC in the 37 AS. Bill PEARSON is up at USAFE Stan/ Eval for the tanker community and Jason WALLS just rolled into town. He is ying C-9s after completing his tour at Lackland. Peter LAWHEAD (an In-law now) Is in Alaska ying with the 517*. 1continue to get alot of letters from folks who have parted ways and found jobs with airlines. Bill TONEY is off to Portland or Alaska Reserve, can’t remember which, after ying HC-130S at Mildenhall. Rich MANDEVILLE is with United after ying tankers in Grand Forks. Jim LEDDY is out and 1believe in Kentucky. Matt MILLER is with the Colorado Reserves. He left Ramstein last summer. Doug HILL is at Denver teaching new pilots the DC-10 sim for United Airlines. Chris BELCHER is

ying KC-lOs out of McGuire and with

United out of Newark

“As for my past, Ibegan much like you in the tanker community at Wurtsmith AFB, know Oscoda Air Park. After base closure, 1moved from “help me 1am in aleft

hand turn and Ican’t get out!’’ to the low- ying slow-moving C-130. In just one quick turn Ichanged aircraft, moved to Japan, and got married (that’s where the Pete LAWHEAD in-law comment comes in). Ispent four and half years at Yokota.

Given the options of the schoolhouse or Germany Idecided to go for yet another overseas ribbon. OK, so it was the beer, ying and sightseeing that got me over here.

If you see Rich WILLIAMS tell him hello for me. See you at the reunion.’’

Tom can be reached at THOMAS C. GILSTER, Capt, USAF; 86 OSS, Current Op¬

erations Flight; DSN 480-2053. And to nd me, just check the column header!

Write, or tell me what’s up via e-mail, and if you promised you’d tvrite at the reunion, well, it’s time!

Paul W. Tibbets, IV 1410 Rockford Dive

Warrensburg, MO 64093 H o m e : ( 6 6 0 ) 4 2 9 - 11 9 8 DSN: 975-3215

E-mail: patibb@iland.net Percent members: 39

“Well, it’s been awhile since I rst told myself that Iwould tvrite in to give you an update on myself and some others from the class of ’88. Ihope all is well on your end at Travis, and just to let you know, we do appreciate you dutifully lling the role that you do with the AOG, Now, I've nally sat down to do it, so here you go. Larry PAYNE (CS-11) and Istarted acompany afew years ago when we left the

AF that now has us ying F-35 Drakens (made in Sweden...look it up) under contract to do military training and testing of aprimarily ECM nature. We y aggressor-type missions against everything from single ships (big gray things in the water) that are testing new defense systems, to entire eet exercises. We’re also ying 2vX missions against U.S. ghter forces to provide high-end training for our guys (we co-own seven of these things), Isuppose you’d call it the latest in DoD outsourcing, as we give them the high-end (Mach-l-t) work needed to accurately simulate threats. We’ve been doing mostly Navy work so far, but work with the AF is not far off. We spend alot of time on both coasts, although Ilive in Colorado.

Larry lives in Sacramento, and we hope to bring an F-35 or two overhead for the reunion. No new kids or wives on this end, as both of us are still trying to gure out how to do that when we’re TDY most of the time.

“As for others, Blake GETTYS and wife, Kathy, are still in Alaska (we’re never going to get him back from there), where Blake is ying as an instructor in the 130.

Derick LARSON (Larsoni) is in L.A. now ying with United, and Budd DeMARAIS is getting ready to start training for United after being hired afew months ago. I saw Matt BEALS out on the East Coast recently, and he was getting ready to start another season as the East Coast F-15 demo pilot and getting paid for it. Unfortunately, working with squids doesn’t lend itself to running into too many other AF types, so that’s about all the updates for now. Take care and feel free to use e-mail (vortexinc@aol.com) to get to me any time. See you in afew months...’’

Also, in early July Wayne COCHRAN surprised me with an expansive e-mail from Atlanta. “Timothy Scott TAYLOR (T Squared) and his lovely wife, Kathy, have moved to Ramstein, Germany. After some very successful high school years at the elite Collegiate Schools in the Richmond, VA area, Tim moved on to nd some largely rewarding times at the USAF Academy. Tim was then aFAIP at Columbus AFB for

about three years where he met the woman of his dreams. He left the friendly con nes of UPT, nally, and entered the real Air Force at Abilene TX ying the four fans of freedom. As chief of C-130 Stan/Eval, he altered the careers and dreams

of many ayoung aviator there. Also while there his wife managed to have two lovely children named Ben and Caroline. After touring the states for amonth, and not stopping in Atlanta Imight add, they set off for Germany and Tim’s new job as director of something. We all wish them the best.

“Monte SCHAEFER and his wife, Camille, are expecting their rst child in October. Monte is an attorney here in Atlanta. OP MORGAN is back in the Northeast working for Delta Airlines out of New York, He is still in the Reserves. Doc

HOLLIDAY and his wife, Cindy, are now back in Colorado Springs. Can you believe it? He is going to be an AOC and will have taken command by the time we ail return for the reunion. They have no children yet, but Ithink the pressure is on.

John TURNAGE and his lovely wife. Dee, are still living in C-Springs. They now have alovely daughter named Adelaide. 50/50 on whether Ispelled that right or not. John is working for Northwest and loving life. Iam currently working for Delta Airlines and the USAF Reserves in Charleston in the C-17. Ilive in Atlanta. I

have no wife. Ihave no children. Idon’t even have adog. See you at the reunion.’’

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Hello friendly '89ers. Ijust returned from churcb, and witnessed agreat event.

Four new Christians were baptized today, with three of them under the age of 10, In our church, you have to understand what it means to accept Christ in your life before you are baptized. So, to see three young children take this important step in their walk with God was inspiring. With all the negative out there in the world

today, it is encouraging to see the leaders of tomorrow getting started on the right foot.

Mario GALINDO dropped me an e-mail recently from Honduras. Mario, an allied student, returned to Honduras after graduating from the Zoo. He spent only three months in the Air Force before becoming acivilian and teaching English in

bilingual schools. After three years, he landed agood job as asecurity manager for acompany that belongs to Chiquita Brands. Mario then moved on to become

aregional manager for an American security company called WACKENHUT, where he is today. He has three boys, and is doing well in Honduras. What aspecial treat to hear from Mario -thanks for keeping in touch!

Lt Col Gray wrote me from the Commander’s Action Group for the Superintendent at USAFA. Rick PEDDYCORD, who died last year, is survived by his vrife, Mario, and son Benjamin. Rick’s aunt is putting together akeepsake book for Ben¬

jamin. Lt Col Gray suggested Iput the word out to Rick’s classmates, and encourage those who were close to Rick to write letters to his son. Ithink it is agreat idea -how meaningful for Benjamin to learn about his father from his father’s friends.

If you are interested in writing aletter, please contact me and Iwill get you the

appropriate information. If you were close to Rick, please take the time to write a letter to his son. If you know someone else who was close to Rick, please pass on this info.

Did Imention our reunion is less than ayear away? Have you heard from the reunion committee yet? By now, the rst mailing should have arrived at your doorstep (or in your mailbox!). If you are reading your friend’s Checkpoints and

haven’t heard from us yet, then chances are the AOG doesn’t have acurrent address on le for you. Please give them acall and update your bio, or drop me aline and Iwill be happy to oblige. The bottom line is, we can't get the info out to you if we don’t have your address. Any friends or coworkers you know out there who are

classmates but not AOG members? Please encourage them to give the AOG acall, or drop me an e-mail as well. As our class president, Don SIMPSON (desimpso@US.IBM.COM). so eloquently stated, “I don’t care if 1get 100 e-mails a day, so long as we can reach all our classmates!’’ So send those updates to Don!

Don’t forget these important web addresses: http://www.ang-iisafa.org/ index.htm is the AOG home page, and http://members,fulinet.net/tmtung/ iisafaRO/ is our class home page. You may update your info with the AOG and register with our class through these web sites.

The planning for the reunion is coming together. As of this writing, the date has not been con rmed. By the time you read this, I’m sure more info will be available. That won’t keep us from pressing on with some of the early plans. Just to

whet your appetite, here are some tentative events we will all enjoy when we get together: Wed: Partial arrival. Thiirs: Rat lunch with the wing; golf tournament; PM party. Fri: Open house: lunch with the wing: party. Sat: Fun run to Jacks Valley; tailgate party; lunch with the wing; football game; squadron activities. No one wants to miss this!

The class gift, which you have read about in the rst mailing, is avery attainable goal. For those of you who have not received any reunion info, we are raising

AOG supports the graduates and cadet activities, so this contribution will de ¬

rently at the Test Pilot School at Edwards. He’s a ight test engineer going through the program. There are no other members of the most glorious class with him now but he is expecting Dan DAETZ and Kelly (KRATOCHVIL) GREEN to be joining him in Jan 99. Before Edwards, Mark was at the National Reconnaissance Of¬

ce (NRO) in northern Virginia for almost two years doing recon satellite stuff.

nitely be put to good use. In return, the AOG will honor our class by dedicating the Informal Meeting Room/Staff Lounge in Doolittle Hall (a highly visible area) to our class and in memory of our deceased classmates.

So, you may ask, what are we asking each classmate to contribute (for those in the dark)? We’d like to ask each one of you to consider agift of $89 for the Class of 1989 Gift Project (clever, huh?). We vrill make it very easy on you to pay, with various options. The mailing has all the details. What agreat opportunity for our class to help make adifference in the future of the Academy, and remember our deceased classmates in aspecial way. Thanks in advance for your support!

In order to contact all of our classmates, Don has established anetwork of squad¬

While there, he saw Jennifer MOORE and John SHAW, who were in the Air Eorce intern (oops, there’s that word...) Program at the Pentagon. They have reportedly

ron representatives. The following is alist of volunteers thus far: CS-01 -Lee ACKER, CS-10-Eric WINTON, CS-12-Tony SOMMER, Cathy BARTHOLOMEW, CS-21-PJ PUTNAM, CS-27-E. A. “Oscar” MEYER, CS-30-Rondall RICE, Dave HANSEN, CS31-ToddWILKOWSKl, CS-33-Mitch NITTA, CS-38-Alex CAROTHERS, and CS-39-

Chase gig and joined the Guard

Dave PELLETIER. As you can see, we have aways to go if we are going to reach all of our classmates. These squadron reps are contacting everyone in their squadron to help build our class database. If you would like to help by assisting one of the above reps or serving as your squadron rep, please contact Don, Stephen WHITING (swhiting@aol.com). or myself. Your help is gready appreciated!

ROOMDOG! It’s good to know that Rob reports Chuck as being very happy and doing well. He went to SOS and ran into Jon KRAUSE (Gretch) and Ruthanne SHELTON. After two years in Peoria, Rob was blessed with ajob with United Airlines. He’s been ying 737s with them for about two years now and is still ying C130s with the Guard. Living just outside ofWrigley Field, he frequents Cubs games with Matt LAMPHIER. Matt is working as amutual fund analyst with Lasalle Partners of Chicago. They are both single with no kids and have plenty of time to run around Chicago with Dennis Rodman (smile). Thanks for the update Rob, and all the best to you and Matt in Chicago.

Oli WASHINGTON sends greetings from Hanscom AFB, MA where he and his wife, Patty, are hanging out. He says that the only grad he’s run into has been Johanna KNIGHTLY. She is working for SAIC. Oli has recently cross-trained from Search and Rescue to Acquisitions. His of ce is in charge of the software that runs all Air Force war games. He is hoping to run into members of the most glorious class at UFL, Blue Flag, Warrior Flag, Uni ed Endeavor, etc. Thanks for the update Oli...The days truly are long, lazy and bright...

Last, but certainly not least of dl, Iheard from my good friend and former squadron-mate, Gary HAINES. He is currently in Bryan TX where he has received an AFIT slot at Texas A&M and working on amaster’s in computer science. He should nish up in December and head to the Academy to teach in the Computer Science Department. Gary’s wife, Robin, stays at home to care for their two children, Brianna, who will turn four in October, and Nicholas, who is about two years old by the time you all read this. In fact, below you can see alovely picture of Brianna

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nal note -2Lt Jesse JAHN is looking for all ex-Cadet Honor Guard mem¬

bers. He is compiling adatabase, so if you were amember of the Honor Guard he asks you to e-mail him (lahnIS.PA.USAPA@usafa.af.mil). Thanks to Mario for dropping me aline. Is there anyone else out there? Let me hear from you! Come on, you don’t even have to write aletter. Computers, anyone! Take care and God bless, Paul.

Joseph C. Richardson 535A6thSt. Circle

Robins AFB, GA 31098 Home: (912) 923-7602

Work: (912) 327-3297 E-mail: jrichal212@aol.com Percent members: 35

Greetings Most Glorious and Honorable Class of 1990, Itrust that these greetings will nd you and yours in the best of health and spirits. By the time you all read this Iwill be checked out in the E-8C JSTARS aircraft

and doing my thing. It has been along process having been DNIF for three months with some minor heart complications but all is good now and I’m moving along quite well. My family and Iare really enjoying Warner Robins GA and Robins AFB.

moved on from there. John SHAW, his bride, Tonya, and daughter Rachel have moved to Germany and Jen has reportedly moved to LA. working in aspace SPO. Thanks amillion for the update Mark. It’s especially exciting to hear of the where¬

abouts of my long-lost pal Jennifer MOORE. E-mail me if you can and maybe we can gure out away togetouroldvring staff to the White House to tighten things up abit (smile).

Rob CATALDO checked in from my birthplace of Chicago where he is holding dov™ two jobs. He got out of the Air Force back in ’93 under the pilot Palace

ying C-26s (twin turbo-prop Fairchild

Metroliners). He ew those for two years and then was picked up by aC-130 unit in Peoria, IL. While training at Little Rock, he says he hung out with one of my alltime most favorite people in the whole world, Charles Weyraan BOYD a.k.a. MY

and Nicholas HAINES decked out in Air Force out ts.

The nice weather is asuper big plus, Pete MARSCH, Jeff LIPSKY and Mark BROWN are also stationed here as well. Pete is aJSTARS pilot, Jeff, aJSTARS backender, and Mark, aKC-135 pilot. They are all well. Pete and his wife just had abrand new baby

afew weeks ago and he is very excited about being anew papa. That’s the report from Robins, now on to the rest of the news...

Before Iget hot and heavy into updates, Iwould like to start by saying that Ihave received tremendous response on correspondence since Ijoined the ‘90s and got on line. Special thanks to James SANCHEZ for providing that critical link via the USAFA90 web page and thanks to all of you who have written and/or e-mailed me.

Since the AOG went on line, now Ican nally get my responses in to them on the deadline as well instead of my standard two weeks late. Bottom line...everything is coming together nicely!

Speaking of the awesome James SANCHEZ, he updated me on afew folks. If you’re looking for Eric OLSEN, he is reportedly at Langley AFB according to James.

He also reports that Jon URBANEK just PCSd to Tinker, Steve FRASER is teaching at USAFA (hi Steve), and Mike SCHULLER is aT-38 IP in Del Rio after two F-16 tours.

James also attended Akshai GHANDHI’s wedding reception in his hometown of Walnut Creek, CA. There he ran into Nicole BLATT and he would like her e-mail

address if anyone has it. James reports that Akshai and his new bride, Merri, are doing great and send their thanks to all the people who participated in their Morions wedding.

Andrew “Ski" DEMBOSKY checked in from Kunsan where he is enjoying amini-

mighty ‘90 reunion. Fellow viper drivers include Judd FENCHER, T.C. HASSEL, Clark HUNSTAD (who just PCSd to Hill), Pat HANLON (who also just went to Hill) and Chris OGREN and his wife, Amy (GODESKI). Krystal (GUENTHER) and Dave MURPHY are stationed at Osan where Dave is ying F-16s. Randy REDDELL is also at Osan. Ski reports recent run-ins with Dave BRIEN (AWACS), Tom KOSS (C5s at Travis) and Bob HAINES (U-2s). Thanks abunch for the big-time update Ski!

Scott “Lefty” SUMMERLIN checked in from oblivion. He’s back on the AOG bandwagon so we should be getting more updates from him. Lefty is adualquali ed C-5/C-141 navigator (what astud) at Travis where he occasionally ies to Antarctica. He says that he spends the majority of his time as aKC-10 Special Missions planner. He’s been married for just over three years to the wonderful Debra and they have abeautiful 20-month-old daughter Rebecca. If you all need to track him down, he is loving life in northern California in the Vacaville area.

Thanks for the update Scott, and it’s good to know that all is well with you and yours. Carla “CJ” JONES also checked in from the cyberworld. She is currently out of the Air Force and is looking to settle down in the A anta, GA. area. She has

an angelic two-year-old daughter, Ciana Renee (pronounced key-ah-na) and they are reportedly “having ablast”!

Mark LEONARD also greeted me from Edwards AFB, CA. He and his wife, Kim¬

berly, are expecting their second child around Sep 20th. Their rst, Joshua, is now three and they are all looking forward to Joshua’s litde brother. Mark is cur-

Future Zoomies?

Gary says that he hasn’t seen or been in contact with too many classmates recently. He’s talked with Tom COULTER afew times. Tom is there at Texas A&M in their ROTC Detachment. He is the Southwest regional director of Admissions for ROTC. He reportedly loves his job, and is rumored to be PCSing out this summer sometime. Also, another former CS-07 mate, Steve PLANK, and his vrife, Jana, are

now in Del Rio at Laughlin AFB. Thanks for the update and the picture Gaiy. You and Robin have two beautiful children, and we of the most glorious class wish you all well in your future endeavors.

Well gang, that’s all for now. Once again, thank you for all the great info. Until next time, you all take care. Godspeed, and as always...PALS! C a r s o n Ta v e n n e r 1 8 1 6 Ta c o m a R o a d

Puyallup WA 98371 (253) 435-0235 E-mail: tavenner@hotmail.com Percent members: 39

First comments out of the box: please note my contact info above has changed.

Iescaped Texas 14 Sep 98 and journeyed to the Promised Land, sometimes referred to as the Greater Puget Sound area, my old stomping grounds. Gotta love it. Icommute to Seattle every day (I’m an AFIT student for Area Studies /China) and my family and Ilive 15 minutes from McChord AFB. We would be glad to put any of you up for the night if and when you come through the area. Despite this

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$25,000 tor atwo-part gift. Part one will be to engrave granite pavers in the name of and “In Memory of’ each of our deceased classmates up through the 10-year reunion. The pavers will be placed in the Pegasus Paver area in front of Doolittle Hall. Part two will be acontribution to the AOG building fund. As you know, the

LEWIS, Dion GRAHAM, Andy LESHIKAR, MarkUNDOW, Rod LEWIS, Terry FRADY,

doing well with their three kids, with Gary going to C- 17A AC school in July. Derek went to AC school at Altus, Tom JENSEN went in July, and Charley SCHLEGEL is taking time out from his harassment of the Air Force’s generals to do AC school also. Mel and Lisa BLOUNT got married this summer, Ro LEWIS’ wife, Monique, from Brazil, is expecting this fall; and Dion GRAHAM'S wife is expecting also. Andy LESHIICAR is doing well, as are Mark LINDOW and Rod LEWIS. So, have there

Ben MORLEY, Laura FOGLESONG, Aaron REED, Corey LINDEN, Doug SOHO, John K A R A , L i s a W E B S T E R ( B R O W N ) , J o e y M U L L , C a r l e n e P E R RY, G o r d o n KUNGENSCHMITT, Mike BROCKEY, Chris BAIR, Mike CZARNECKI, Mark HARTFORD, Bill PERIS, Brian PETERSON, Christopher MANN, Paul GRIMM, Chris HOWARD, Jim and Elizabeth BISHOR Chris and Kari COLLET, Mike KAZLAUSKY, Diego and Kim (BASHAM) WENDT, Jim SEVICK, and Erik and Priscilla PETERSON.

been any mini-reunions or class get-togethers out there? Pictures, please!

Most Incredible News of the Quarter: Chris BAIR, out of the Air Force for two

Unfortunately, there’s not enough space in this column to tell you everything I heard about all these wonderful folks! However, that’s exactly why we’ve started the Class News section at www.usafaB l.com. If you see aname mentioned above,

leigh, NC where he just bought ahouse down the street from Andy Taylor, Barney

but not below, check out Class News!

Aaron REED is supposedly one of the last pilots to go to an AFIT-sponsored pro¬

gram for the next couple of years. He and his wife, Kelly, moved from Dover AFB to electrical engineering at Ohio State University. Just before they left Kelly delivered their rst child, Austin Tyler, born 8Dec 97.

Got to include at least one SOS story. Here’s Corey LINDEN’S: “Saw aplethora of ‘91ers at SOS class 98-C, including Doug SOHO, John KARA, Lisa WEBSTER (BROWN), Joey MULL, and Carlene PERRY, Lisa is still ying C-130s at Litde Rock.

years now, working for Orion Consulting Group (he recruits the companies, not the candidates), managed to nd himself picked up by acasting director for “Batman Forever” to play asmall part. Pretty cool, eh? You can see him standing behind the commissioner in one of the

way in November.

Closest Call of the Quarter: 22 July, Jim SEVICK successfully ejected from an F16 and was picked up 50 minutes later by aCoast Guard helo 12 miles off the coast of South Carolina. He was transported to ahospital for observation and released July 23. Jim was on atraining mission at the time. Iam glad you made it out, Jim! No better way to end than with good news! I’ll see you all in three more months!

Keep in touch and God Bless. Tav. James S. Mehta 900 N. Stafford St. #2621

ight." In other news, after cross owing from C-130s, Mike BROCKEY completed F-15C RTU at Tyndall and received the “Top Gun” Award. Mike, Kelly, Lil’ Mike and Elizabeth (born Jan 98) recently arrived at Kadena and are trying to get settled in. Mike CZARNECKI got out, started aconsulting business, and works full-time as a re ghter and paramedic! All these great new careers; Ilove hearing about

Arlington, VA 22203 Home: (703) 525-5495 Work: (703)907-1317

FORD. He’s married to Elizabeth, and when my wife and Isaw them, they had just delivered anew baby, Tyrus (30 May 98). Cute kid, Mark! Please write to them: Central America is getting to be alonely place! PSC 1Box 216 APO AA. He’s still ying the C-27 Spartan down there, and didn’t have any news for us about possible follow-on. But he was pretty con dent it would be in the Here world. Chris HOWARD is now the intelligence plans of cer at JSOC/J-5, Ft. Bragg, NC, He has asecond son, Joshua, and has been named one of the “100 Heroes of Plano, TX”.

Now that has to be asmall town!

Best Human-Interest Piece for the Quarter: From Jenn (RAWLINS) JENSEN (’92), who wrote us about her hubby Tom JENSEN’s recent achievement. Read on! “I’m writing the ’91 section because it was the ’91 grad in this picture (a picture of Tom and Jenn JENSEN, and her dad in front of ayellow Piper Cub inside abarn hangar) that “did good”! T.J, ew the Piper cub in the background in a“Red Flag” competition in Texas, against abunch of old ghter pilots and won the competition. He had the best Time-On-Target and as his front seater/bombardier, Ihad one of the closest- own bombs to the target. Why does this interest AOG? Probably doesn’t, but one of the ghter pilots T.J. beat out was his own father-in-law, Ace RAWLINS (’64). The competition was in March, with mosdy light aircraft like my dad’s Cub,

nal scenes. Chris’ normal life is in Ra¬

and Goob. He’s married to Dana, has achild, Maddie (3), and one more on the

Gordon KUNGENSCHMITT and Iwere members of B-28, the 98-C Chief of Staff

every one of them, Iwent on vacation in Panama toward the end of June and ran into Mark HART¬

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Well, Ionce again procrastinated writing this column, but this time with good reasons. Actually, I’m in astrange situation as Itry to write for you once again. I’m speechless.. .1 don't have writer’s block, just speechless. Being here in Hawaii, we’re several hours behind the rest of the nation. So when the USAFA Falcons lined up for anationally-televised Thursday night game, Iwas still in the middle of worL Thanks to my trusty VCR, Ijust watched an awesome comeback victory over CSU! It was quite inspiring and exciting, but Idon’t know what to say.

Idecided to watch the whole game before sitting down to type. Ialso have been waiting for my computer to arrive with my one-month-iate unaccompanied baggage shipment. It arrived yesterday, just in time to give me aday to write the coiumn. This time it’s all e-mail since my old-fashioned maii is still catching up to me. Several of you mentioned the numbers of people separating from the AE It just reminds me that it's even more important that we keep in touch.

It always gives me agreat feeling when you write and tell me and other grads that we are welcome to visit you any time we can. When it all comes out in the end, peopie matter most. Ithink that’s why it’s so dif cult every time we PCS. During mine, Istopped by CSprings on my drive from D.C. It was the

rst time I

visited USAFA since May '92. If you haven’t been back, believe me, it hasn’t changed much. Ithink time stands still there. My girlfriend, Michelle, and Ivisited my D.C. roommate, Neai Rappaport, there (former and now present econ instructor).

Neal’s working with alot of our classmates who are now instructors. Steve BARROWS, Charlie KUHL, and Andy BATES are afew Irecali. Speaking of Andy, he and Mike ROKAW and Iwent to Coors Field to take in agame. We had agreat time, but didn’t concentrate on the game too much. We chatted away the whole game. Andy and Donna (DELANGO) have ason, and now have another one on the way. Donna got out and is spending time instructing aerobics. Mike is working on his MBA and working hard at Schriever AFB (formerly Falcon AFB). He bought ahouse and is quite the landscaper. The rest of the trip was great, but no more Zoomies.

When Igot to Hickam AFB, 1ran into Billy LAWSON in Burger King. He is working for the PACAFIG. He’s been here for acouple of years with his wife and their child. This is abeautiful place to live. Speaking of which, Ihave aquaint cottage

by Kaneohe Bay and also welcome visitors anytime. Those of you passing through Hickam, give me acall.

From left are Ace, Jenn, and Our Man Tom. He even ts into that thing! and was tons of fun. Tom and Iare both stationed at Charleston now. He’s ying

the C-17 and currently in AC upgrade. Tm an intel of cer there. We have so many '91 /'92 grads on base the squadron CC says we’re infested. I’ll miss most, but here are afew: Jim and Elizabeth BISHOP; he’s an IP in the C-17 and aproud new daddy

of baby Gwendolyn. Chris and Kari COLLET -also in C-17s, an AC already, and also new parents of Nicole. Is there atrend here? Mike KAZLAUSKY and wife, Chris. Also C-17s but no kids. Dog Butchy lls in. Maggie (DAWSON) ELDER (’92) and husband, Wynn. She works in Wing Plans and has baby #1 on the way soon. Just saw Diego and Kim (BASHAM) WENDT on avisit here from Scott AFB,

where they live on afarm and y big-wigs around in the C-21 when they’ve both got time. Jim SEVICK is ying F- 16s at Shaw, just got engaged to Ashley, aS.C. girl.

(Tav’s note: more on the Adventures of Jim below.) Erik and Priscilla PETERSON; Erik Is ying F-16s in Alaska, and they have anew baby boy. Tm going to be one of those people who will forget to tell about 90 percent of the people I’ve seen/run into. That’s why I’ve been afraid to write in until now. But Ithought the fact that

an AMC “puke” beat out old ghter pilots at abomb drop was worth mentioning.

Iguess there’s something to be said for that airdrop school he went to last year.”

Charleston must be crawling with Bold Golders! It’s sure chock-full of news!

Derek OAKS also sent some: Gary and Diane (ROMAGLIA) HIGGENBOTHEM are

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big change, I’m still going to use the same e-mail.

We sure heard from alot of classmates again! Iwrote the last Checkpoints column right after hearing from Bill WOSILIUS, and since then I’ve heard from/of a

I ew back to California afew weeks ago to visit Michelle. We were near Monterey, and Igave Steve WOLF acall. He’s at Defense Language Institute learning German. He earned an Olmstead Scholarship and is off to Berlin next year for grad school. Steve is still in the Marines, although his wife, Kay, just got out and will move to Monterey, too. They’re looking forward to living in Berlin for two years.

Hmmm.. .sounds like agood place to visit.

Now to the electronic mailbox. Steve ANDERSON is an Intel of cer at Langley AFB. He cross-trained last year and married Brandy who he met while at Goodfellow. He just took over abranch in his Intel sq and is getting achance to practice his leadership skills with 150 airmen! Steve and Iwere in the same SOS

class (Jan-Feb). Also, from SOS, Igot afew e-mails from John GURRIERI who’s up at McChord ying 141s. He and Cami are loving it up there and promise to come visit me in Hawaii. John said he stops at Hickam all the time on the way to Japan.

And, he pointed out that his squadron got word of his exceptional writing skills at SOS and made him ascheduler. (Well, I’m not sure what either one of those things has to do with the other, but it sounded good. Right, John?) Anyway, Ilook forward to seeing them again soon.

It seems like most of my e-mails were from those of you Ihave heard from in the past. Becky (CREECH) CARTER e-mailed me. She’s one of us who has gotten out.

Since ‘93, she has been in Germany and PCSed from Ramstein to Spangdahlem where she separated. After taking it easy for awhile, she became one of those civilian government workers. She laughs about it, but is the vehicle control of cer for the CE squadron at Ramstein. She and her husband have no plans to leave Germany anytime soon. However, she did compliment Marc SGHALLER on our

busy. As you can tell by the above address, Lori and 1have moved to McGuire AFB where Iam amember of the 13th Airlift Squadron. This, ofcourse, was after threeplus months at Altus AFB, OK. What ahotbed of activity. 1am still in the processes of unpacking bags and moving things around our new house. Iknow I'll enjoy the New York City, Philadelphia, and D.C. sights when Iam not working. The same invitation goes as always -our casa is yours! Most of the updates for this article

rst, if not the rst’’ of our

are as aresult of my rendezvous with classmates throughout my tenure at Altus. It

class to get out. He was in Hawaii at the time where he surfed for ayear and pretended to work as a nancial planner. Finally, he decided to move to Tucson, AZ to work as a nancial rep. Next on his agenda is aMBA. He has kept in touch with Jim MUELLER who is ahelicopter IP in Georgia, and Rob SMALLWOOD, who is acivilian working in the computer eld in Dallas. Also, Oleg BORUHKIN is in D.C. nishing up his master’s degree at the Joint Military Intelligence College, and Matt RYTTING got married in July and is ying F-15s in Japan. Anyway, Brett is a happy camper and wants to know if anyone can top his Apr 95 voluntary separa¬

tunity to get out, and he did. He claims to be “one of the

Nicole (FOSTER) GREENWOOD is dependable about keeping me up to date.

She’s back in the Springs, like abunch of our classmates. Somehow, Ithink it’s got

has been unfortunate that my life has been in ux of late, but Iensure those of you who read this column that Iwill be at this address for awhile and my e-mail address remains the same. Translation: write, color, call, crawl, speak, shout, or paint your updates upon reading this. You guys are awesome!

Our rst input will have to be of the congratulatory type as Char MELICK recently wed Rob MCREADIE. Iregretfully was unable to attend, but from what I hear it was agreat ceremony. We’ll have pictures of all next issue. The next individual Imet was in the line of the Altus Airman’s Dining Hall. As Iwas ordering my Yakasoba and stirfry 1noticed arather tall regal gure to my left. Upon further review Joe WARD politely said, “Hi Mike!’’ He is currently at Grand Forks enjoying his many TDYs to Saudi Arabia. As if his busy schedule is not enough, Joe is get¬

to be much better and different the second time around. She is the chief of Inter¬

ting asociology-type, master’s degree from Syracuse University. When not enjoy¬

nal Information at HQ AF Space Command Public Affairs at Peterson. Whew, that’s along tide! She will be at SOS this fall and is expecting to see many of you there.

Ah, on the elds of friendly strife.... With her at Peterson is Chris GRAY who is married to Rebecca (CURRY ’93). They both have plans to get out this fall and move to Adanta to work with an inner city development organization. Good luck!

Nicole tells us that Michael JACKSON married Ann in April and is an ALO at Ft.

ing the great nights in North Dakota, he traverses the amber waves of grain to

tion date,

Hood,TX,

Scott and Joelyn (TAYLOR) NOWLIN have invited everyone in our class to visit in Albuquerque! Maybe we should plan abig party there. Well, I’m sure they don’t want everyone to show up at once! Scott is working as aresearch engineer on the Airborne Laser Program and Joelyn separated from the Medical Services Corps to be afulltime Mom. They have abeautiful litde girl named Faitb. They also report that Cindy (ALLEN) and Paul VANDERWEIDE (’90) are at Kirdand. Cindy and Paul have aoneyear-old son and another child on the way. Cindy separated recendy and Paul is an UH-60 instmctor. Jim and Gretchen (BERRY) LEE are in the Springs (more drawn back to the nest!) where Jim is running the GPS satellite program and Gretchen got out. Brandon and Lori LOKEN are in Columbus and have achild on the way, too.

Seems like atrend... getting out or having children -or both!

Ihaven’t talked to Pete GUBSER since graduation. He e-mailed me and didn’t think I’d remember him. Of course Ido. Pete is aGucci Boy ( ying KC- lOs) at Travis. He’s been married for six years (since graduation) and has an 18-monthold daughter. He thought he could set arecord for the most mentions of names in one e-mail. Anyway, Idon’t think he did, but he made avaliant effort. And, now

he’s got me stuck. Is there any good way to do this? Let’s try it this way: "Joel JACKSON was ying the ’10, got the intern program, and he and Lanette have a happy litde boy named Ryan. Mark BOYD, dso a‘10 and intern guy (intern program at George Washington Univ), and recently married to the wonderful Maj Izzy Kalocsay, is joining Joel in D.C. Jeff COOPER was ying ‘10s and got non-

volunteered to Del Rio forT-37s. Rob PEREZ is yingTVveets at Columbus and has abeautiful new baby. Rob DITTMAN was ying C-5s bere at Travis and is now ying TWeets in, where else, Del Rio, and is married to the very understanding Lynn. Saw TimrekHEISLERouthere at Travis

ying theC-5. Aaron QUINICHETTE

is out here ying the '10 as well as Mike RICKARD (new baby). Alec MACLEOD and Jason HOPPER were both out here in the ‘10 and are now in Enid (T-38s) and

Del Rio (T-ls), respectively.’’ Actually, it was kind of funny, Pete tells me he had the same

ight commander at SOS that Idid. He saw abunch of guys there, too.

“Saw almost our whole class there, Steve MARTINEZ was in our ight and is out at Yokota working POL and should have had ababy by now. Fellow CS-23ers included Ted WEIBEL who is in Dover ying the '5, John HICKS is in San Antonio ying the T-43, Eric UJFALUSY is going to T-ls in Columbus (wishes he was going to Del Rio, not), Tony VALERIO is at McConnell ying the not-so-mighty ‘135, and Kristin STREUKENS is ying the aforementioned' 135 in Mountain Home. Lots of fun was had by all.”

Igot aplay-by-play from Josh KUTRIEB when his son Jared was born in April.

Kristin and baby had some dif culty, but things are going well now. Josh hopes his new job keeps him home more often so he can spend more time with the family. Aquick line from Brian CESSNA: He and Charlene moved to Dover last Aug and in May had ababy boy -Zachary Austin -alittle Cessna.... Oops! Ijust went over my column length limit! Ihave afew more e-mails to go. Iguess I’ll go back and edit some so Ican t one last note. (OK, Idid that.) Billy MACMILLAN

sent me aserious note from Nellis. He provided some information regarding the tragic loss of AF lives, especially the loss of one of our own -Greg LEWIS -in a helicopter accident on Sep 3. Please, remember to keep Greg and the other airmen in your thoughts and prayers.

In the future, since our home page is perfect for listing your name and location.

I’ll try to save the column for more interesting stuff beyond your location and assignment. So write me and tell me what you think and what you want to see in the column. Space is short today so Iwill just say, “until next time,”.. .James.

Michael D. Sundsted 441 Kelham Court

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Minneapolis to enjoy the nightlife. While in Altus, Joe saw Kari VAD who enjoys

her ights as anavigator in KC-135S. Andrew TRAVINICEK enjoyed his time at Altus and is now at Dover AFB, DE ying Fred (C-5).

John PRICE tackled me in church one Sunday afternoon. Well, not actually in the service, but afterwards. He de ned Altus as the Mecca of the ying world where if you are in AMC, you’ll more than likely see many classmates. 1couldn’t agree with him more. We had dinner on several occasions and created aweekly reunion of sorts. In attendance, but not necessarily every week, were Lee WINGFIELD, Eric KNIGHT, Mo BARRETT, and Rob RICKS.

John fell for awoman in blue who is also afellow graduate, but in the class of 1994, John was at Altus going through aircraft commander upgrade. He is also training for the Air Force Marathon. Good luck in your mn! Iknowhe’ll see many

of our classmates there and Ilook forward to hearing about those updates. TWentysix miles in one week, much less in one day, is too much for me! Eric KNIGHT is

enjoying the highly technical and electronic C-17. Unfortunately for him, he found himself ying in simulators on the weekend, but managed to get away for acouple of dinners with us. Mo BARRETT is going through C-5 training here at Altus and frequented the local watering hole on comedy night.

Prior to my departure at Altus, Iwas at Charlie’s (O’Club) and looked up to see Ed ALCOCER and Mark BROWN. Ed has taken the long road and respectable road

to aviation. He went from maintenance to KC-135s. He is enjoying ying as well as great political discussions of which we had agood one. Mark BROWN is at Charleston and enjoying the fmits of being in the C-17 airframe. He has been all over. Married life is treating him extremely well and couldn’t be happier in Charlest o n .

Received an e-mail from Karen GREMBA who is currently at Penn State University. She’ll he there for almost two years as she prepares to teach at our alma mater.

She extends an invitation for all those who may nd themselves in that part of the world. My last entry is from Lee SPECHLER. Ihad the pleasure of attending his UPT graduation at Sheppard AFB, TX. It brought back many memories. Lee received an A-10 to Davis-Monthan and is looking forward to another tour over¬

seas. It has been agreat couple of years for our classmates attempting to enter pilot training. There were several others who participated in the graduation ceremony. Bruce MUNGER also received an A-10 and Steve BEASLEY took an F- 15C. Mark ARNHOLT is now in the New Mexico ANG and will enjoy

ying in his sleek

new F-16 Falcon.

Speaking of the Falcons, what about the football team's start! Can you ask for better victories over decent teams! Hopefully by the time you read this we’ll be on our way to another excellent season. Now that Iam settled and can receive and transmit mail and e-mail, Iam looking forward to your continued support for this awesome article. Iwish you the very best over the holiday season. It’s de nitely a small world and now that Iam in New Jersey, Ihope for it to become smaller as you travel through the East Coast. Take care -Mike.

C . C . a n d Tr e v o r S m i t h 4 1 2 1 S . Va n B u r e n # 6 4 1

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Happy Fall to one and all! Iknow it’ll be Christmas by the time you read this, but this is the Fall issue, after all... Hopefully, Iwill have nished my thesis and graduated by the time this issue is published, but Tm not making any promises! Trevor is off to Davis-Monthan for A-10 RTU, along with Darrell HUBBARD and Paul SONGY (‘95). After they graduate in March, Urevor is headed to Spangdahlem AB, Germany, and Darrell and Paul are going to Osan, Korea. As for me. I’m going to join Tom “Falz” FAI ,7,AR AND (Shriever -formerly Falcon) at Maxwell for SOS in January and February and will be going to the Services staff at USAFE headquarters (Sembach) in March. Ithink Trevor and Iare going to live in the middle, but we’ll have to see how the drive is once we get there. Falz, his wife. Heather, and three-year-old son Trevor (love the name!) have enjoyed Colorado Springs for the last two years and are expecting to PCS to Malmstrom next fall.

Before Iget into other news. I’d like to issue some apologies: First to Oliver & Oliver -in some sort of brain freeze in the last column Imentioned that Oliver

Welcome back Class of 1993! Ihope the summer has treated you well and that you are now enjoymg the crisp air of the fall. My summer has been extremely

ERICKSON had participated in our promotion festivities; in acmality it was Oliver LEEDS who joined in on the fun. Itold you Iwas writing that column hurriedly!

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class’ homepage, but then again, so did most of the people who e-mailed me.

Marc has done agreat job. If you haven’t logged on yet, take alook. Becky nished her note by saying that she is loving life. What’s better than that?

Another True Bluer out of uniform is Brett GOODWIN. He was looking for new adventure and cross-commissioned to the Army after graduation, Brett was Infantry, but decided that it was not for him. In 1995, the Army gave him the oppor¬

already PCSd.)

Bill wrote from Yokota as his rst tour ying choppers was winding down (excuse the pun). Joining him there were Chris EDEN, Dustin CORDIER, Nick JOHNSON, and Craig HARMON (all C-21 pilots). Although he enjoyed ying Vice President Gore and his family and playing quarterback for the PACAF football team, the highlight of his assignment was meeting his beautiful bride, Talia, an Australian model who he met through mutual friends. In Bill’s words, “a whirlwind romance ensued, and 29 days later we were hitched. Iactually went down to Sydney to meet her family with no intention of even getting engaged, let alone married -all Ihad along for the trip were shorts and T-shirts. However, while waiting for the plane at the airport in Tokyo, Iasked myself, what Iwas waiting for.

When Icouldn't answer that, Iproceeded to ask Talia what she thought about getting married that Saturday -which gave us exactly six days to break the news to our families and pull off the wedding on April 4'*'.” The two had afull-blown military wedding at USAFA 26 September and are now at Nellis, where Bill is ying the H-60 Blackhawk in aCombat Search and Rescue Role.

1promised you apicture from Debra (NAWROCKI) and Joel LUKER’s 4* of July wedding, so Jiere it is. In the picture are bottom row: Regan Marie GIBSON with adoring daddy, Jeff GIBSON (’95), Debra and Joel LUKER, and avery pregnant Jane (DECICER) GIBSON. Top row: Chris DUHON, C.C. and Trevor SMITH, J.J, LOPEZ, Scott KRAUSE, Kim and Jim EBEL (’92). My apologies to Jim for my mother’s camera skills -or lack thereof. Since the wedding, there’s been lots of excitement for the crowd in the photo. J.J. was recently married to Capt. Chris ALLEY; Deb and Joel are PCSing to San Antonio (Randolph and Kelly, respectively); and Jeff and Jane were happy to announce the 15 Sept birth of their second daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Gibson. (You owe me apicture, Jane Ellen! Make it one of the

whole family so Ican include it in Checkpomts/!).

The USAFA gang at the Nawiocki-Luker wedding.

In addition to the info Imentioned from Tom FALZARANO, other e-mails came

directly from Doug SMITH (Intel, Minot) and Arlene COLLAZO (Space Ops, Shriever). Since this was their rst time to write, both Doug and Arlene lled us in on their lives since graduation (go ahead, guys, tell everyone how painless it was!).

After Intel school, Doug got his choice of assignments and selected achief of Intel

job at Elmendorf. Loving the cold, but missing the warmth of his true love, Doug ew home to Texas to wed his high school sweetheart, Christa Townsend, before heading to Weapons School at Nellis. There, they joined Chuck and Kasey CORCORAN (‘92) on The Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas to count down the start of the New Year and the beginning of Weapons School. At the end of his training, Doug and Christa took amonth of sanity leave to visit family and play golf before loading up their “kids” (cats, Zac and Zoe) and PCSing to Minot.

Capt. and Mrs. Bill Sullivan Of course, Kathy CLEVELAND did her job to ll me in on happenings around the world, starting with the 25 May wedding of Dr. Rachel (CALL) HEIGHT (Keesler) to longtime sweetheart Wes. In attendance were Kathy, Jen BALL, Jermont CHEN, and Alan and Londa STANLEY. Carrie BISCHEL’s wedding to West Point graduate Joel JENSON (’95) drew acrowd as well, including Kathy, Paula THORSON, Beth (WETHERINGTON) and Patrick (’93) DONLEY, Wayne and Charity ELOYD, Deirdre CAITLJN (’96),andAlexSANSONE (’95). Carrie and Joel are now teaching math at the Prep School. Kathy keeps in touch with Trace and Kristen THURLBY (out of AF, working with Templeton Portfolio Advisory in Carmel, CA); Heidi (LINDSTROM), and Andy TRUITT (just had ason, Tegan). She also hears from Kelly HEALY (out of AF in law school -1 need your new number, Kelly!), and Rebecca (CURRIE) and Chris GRAY (in the Reserves, ministering in inner city Atlanta what acouple!). I’d like to close Kathy’s portion with acomment she wrote on a postcard from Korea (not for awedding this time, for aTDY), “The North Korean threat is so real -it’s really sobering to remember what it means to be asoldier.”

After months of begging, Ialso got aletter -and picture -from Joel, Elizabeth (BARTON), and Joshua Luke (born 11 Mar 98) MEYERS. The MEYERS were in

Dallas for Elizabeth's parents’ anniversary and got to see their former roommates, Shane HAUGHIN and Paula THORSON while they were there. Elizabeth is now a full-time mom and wife and is at Randolph with Joel while he completes IFF. After that, it’s off to F- 15E RTU at Seymour Johnson in January.

For her part, Arlene started her Space Ops career at Cavalier AS, ND and then worked at the 1st Command and Control Squadron in Cheyenne Mountain AS, CO. For the past two years, she has been in charge of Initial Quali cation Training (IQT) for the 1st Command and Control Squadron, and will be heading to F.E. Warren in the spring to do her requisite missile tour. She

nished her master’s of

engineering in space operations this summer and plans to attend SOS after her PCS. Arlene often sees Alex GRACIA (program mgr, Buckley), Monica Patricia

GUERRA (Comm, Buckley) and her husband, Eric STUBBS (Recruiting, USAFA).

Lina (DOYLE) and Rob DUMAN also just moved to the area and are stationed at

Shriever and Cheyenne, respectively.

The ’94 home page has gotten lots of visitors lately, including Wendy (WACHHOLTZ) and Kevin BARNES (Elmendorf); James and Lauren BIERYLA (Mt Home); Mark BROWNELL (Hanscom); Fred and Melissa (DAVIDSON ’96)

CUNNINGHAM; Doug EDWARDS (McClellan); Scott GALAYDICK (Vandenberg); Adam and Meredith GRAHAM (Travis) and Marcus GREEN (Sheppard); Eric GRUSZECKI (Hickam); and Mike HIDDESSON (Mildenhall).

Others include John KIPP (Osan); Chris MARKS (Wright-Pat); Steve McILVAINE (Travis); Larry MITCHELL (McGuire); Tiffany (REITNAUR) MORGAN (Travis);

Brian and Jennifer (RUSS) MORRISON (Malmstrom); Brian and Christy NOE (Cape Canaveral); Chris PILLOW (Hanscom); Danny PIPER (L.A.); and Jessica (NICKODEM) RHYNE (Misawa). Doug and Christa SMITH (Minot); Mark STANLEY (McGuire); Chuck, Kit, and Shelby THOMPSON (Ramstein); Mike and Tara (DUBILO) TRAW (Hanscom); Chris VEAZEY; Dave WILLIAMS (Columbus); and Ken YEE (Osan) have also signed on. Mike and Tara are expecting their rst child in January and sent agreat photo of themselves with Matt and Christie NEWBY (Prep School football coach) in the Cayman Islands. The four had ablast on the

beach, going snorkeling, and feeding stingrays. Unfortunately, Ican’t show you how much ftm they were having because Iwasn’t able to copy and forward the picture for Checkpoints. Hard copies are still much preferred and look alot better in print, so please think of that in the future.

Since the last issue, Trevor and Ihave traveled all over: Mississippi (for IFF);

Colorado (to visit his folks and go to the USAFA/Wake Forest game; Dallas (to buy acar from Mike RIDER’S parents); Florida (for water survival and to look at property); and Los Angeles (to see his sisters compete in -and win -the Worldwide Championships of the Performing Arts). In those travels and here at Vance, we’ve

run into lots of grads but haven't kept very good tabs on everyone. Trevor actually took notes one night on anapkin at the Columbus Club, but he had been celebrating the end of IFF, so the notes are pretty much impossible to read. (I did make out Ramsey SHARIF’s name, but couldn’t read any of the info next to it!) The

lesson here is, please write or e-mail us if you want your info posted in Checkpoints'. Despite our poor memories, we did get to spend time with newlyweds Derek and Claire LEI\TiSTAD (’93, F-15C) at both Columbus and Tyndall and want to congratulate Ed CASTANEDA on his selection for the ghter cross ow board.

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there was Mark CHAGARIS. He is stationed in Germany and was doing an orien¬

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tation ight before they wouid actuaily let him touch the stick. Turkey’s been hot and humid, but turned out to be agreat opportunity for those out there. Erik’s been able to nd some other things to do in Turkey like escaping for the weekend

Mountain Home, ID 83647 (208) 580-2070 E-mail: Andrear@mhiconn.net

to the Mediterranean coast. Overall, it hasn’t been that bad. Not to mention tax

free, hostile re pay, and family separation pay. Now, he’s just ready to get home

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Once again Ihave to be the bearer of bad news. Iam saddened to inform you that Brice SIMPSON passed away in September after aseveral-week battle with third degree burn injuries. His burn injuries were the result of an F-16 crash in Misawa. Our thoughts and prayers are vrith his wife, Katie, and his family. Dave ABBA and Don KANG are the points of contact if you want to send owers or cards.

to Tracy after his 120 days, Erik and Tlacy are planning to take advantage of his location by taking afew weeks of leave in Europe after his tour ends.

In July, Ihad the honor of attending Jenn (SPINDLE) and Tom CABARALLO’s wedding in San Diego. They were married on 31 July in La Jolla, CA. They had a huge USAFA turnout. I’m guessing that most of L.A. AFB showed up to help them celebrate, and celebrate we did! The reception was at Tom’s Lighthouse on the water ront in San Diego, CA. Here’s ashot of our festive table.

Don just got back from Red Flag and here’s what he saw: "Jason MOORE is doing well ying 15’s at Eglin. He is anew dad. He is there with Murali KRISHNAN.

Chris HUMMEL was out there for WIC support, and he is ying ‘16s at Moody. I

saw Brian BRADFORD who just got married and is an SP at Nellis. Jason SMITH gave me acall from Spang and says he is having ablast. Several of us went out to the game here for UNLV and had ablast watching the Falcons pummel the Rebs

52-10.1 think Ialso saw Noel BOUCHARD and Chad FAGER, who are ying bomb¬

ers somewhere. Brad GLENN got married while we were out there. “ Other news from Mountain Home is that Jeff JOHNSON (F- 15Cs) got married in March. New Eagle pilots showing up at the 390*'’ include Kristen KENT (PLUMMER) (‘96), Dave STOCK (‘96), Morris FONTENOT (‘96), and Chris

MCCARTHY (‘96). All of the new guys and Brett BLAKE, Jeff JOHNSON, and myself are getting ready to go over to Southwest Asia again. It may be Becky or myself writing the next article depending on when we leave. Get your inputs to me or Becky prior to Dec 20 at andrearignihicpnn.net or rebecca.mason@tinker.af.mil and we’ll be sure to submit them. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Andrea Melissa S. Cunningham 1308 Hembre Court

Suisun City, CA 94585 Phone: (707) 422-7975 DSN: 837-2088

E-mail: melissa.cunningham@travis.af.mil Percent members: 58

Merry Christmas everyone! 1hope everyone had awonderful year. Depending on whether or not my rotation went through (sometimes it’s hard to predict the future when these articles are due three months in advance) these Season’s Greet¬

ings may be coming to you from Stuttgart, Germany. Iwill be here until March, so hopefully 1will run into some of you guys that are fortunate enough to be stationed in Europe.

Melissa BAUMANN took this photo of the guys stationed at Kadena AB, Japan.

She attended their promotion beer bash and sent me the picture.

From top left are Chris Ratigan, Melissa Cunningham, Melissa Baumann, and Kip Kiefer. In the bottom row are Brad Carey, Matt Mennell, and Rick Bolander.

Chris RATIGAN is stationed at U-avis AFB, CA ying KC- 10s. He's already mission-quali ed and should be taking arotation to Diego Garcia or the Sandbox sometime in the near future. Melissa BAUMANN is at McChord AFB, WA ying C-141S. Kip KIEFER is stationed at L.A. AFB working in acquisition. Although we couldn’t get him to perform his famous soccer ip. Kip proved to be the life of this party. Iguess some things never change. Brad GAREY is working in the SMC/MV: Cost IPT Lead -Lockheed Martin of ce. His program is the Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Program. It is also rumored that he has been seriously dating Sarah Michelle Cellar, AKA “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” He swears that he didn’t know it was her until the next day. Matt MENNELL is a nancial management analyst in L.A. He says that "work is going well, he has not been indicted for at least aweek, and is daily struggling to keep Brad out of rehab and Rick out of bars.. .other than that, life is normal.” Rick BOLANDER (’95) is also at LA. in the

SMC/CISG of ce. Work seems to be going well and he’s just trying to,‘‘stay out of trouble and attempting to quiet the voices in his head. There is also this thing about asuper uous third arm growing out of his back, but he didn’t want to get into that... ”Iguess that’s normal life for the LA. AFB guys.

Ialso saw Brent “B. K.” KELLEY at the reception. He hasn’t changed at all. He’s still the character we all know and love. Iasked him if he had any movie deals coming up especially with his location in L.A. He said he’s working with some folks, but the Air Force is keeping him too busy to commit to any lms right now.

All the girls got together for aphoto op while the sun was setting on the harbor behind us.

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From left are Joel Satanek, Jeff Goggin, andA.J. Mimms.

Joel SAFRANEK and Jeff GOGGIN are both stationed at Kadena AB ying the KC-135. A.J. MIMMS, also stationed there, is working with the 3'“' MEF coordinating mission planning. After the formal ceremony, they all pitched in for ahuge party on the beach. Later that weekend, some of the folks headed to Okinawa

National Park to see afree Sea World-type show in the park.

News from Operation NORTHERN WATCH, Eric COYNE was deployed to Uirkey as the chief of Protocol. He was working for the general and having agreat time. He has run into abunch of people so far. Tony PRINCIPI is stationed at Incirlikdoing Plans. MattWADD (’95) just leftto be acop at SpangdahlemAB. He bumped into Anne-Marie O’MALLY (HALTERMAN) while she was deployed as a CE troop to help out with all the earthquake damage they experienced. James FERRIS was there to provide intel support for the AWACS squadron. Jeff PATTON ‘94 was there ying F-15s.

From left are Lisa (friend of the bride), Melissa Cunningham, Kerre Ellis, Melissa Baumann, Jenn Caballero (Spindle), AndiVinyard, Jfacy Coyne (Dupree), Courtney (crazy friend ofjenn’s from CSU- some of you may remember some of her wild parties), Nikki Wilson and Jenn Hammerstedt.

Kerre ELLIS is stationed at Laughlin AFB, TX

ying T-38s. During the

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Del Rio, they moved her to Vance to continue instructing her students so that the class could graduate on time. She is planning her wedding in November. Jenn is currently an executive of cer at L.A. AFB. After the wedding, she and Tom headed to Hawaii for aweeklong honeymoon. Andi VINYARD is still stationed at Shaw

AFB working with the Tri-Care program as ahospital administrator. After the wedding she drove up to San Francisco to spend some time with Fred and Iand

other friends in the area. She is working on an assignment to Germany sometime this spring. H-acy COYNE (DUPREE) is stationed at Tinker AFB, OK. Her job has

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Nikki WILSON has an exciting year coming up. She was selected from many applicants to attend graduate school in Rochester, N.Y. for anew space program.

It will be ade nite change of pace from her current job at Patrick AFB, EL. She’ll miss the sunny Florida weather, but this is too much of an opportunity to pass up.

While Jenn and the bridesmaids rushed around and did all the things you have to do to pull off agreat wedding, Nikki, Mel, and 1decided to head to the San Diego Zoo. We spent the entire morning there and also took time out to go shopping at the harbor before rushing back to the hotel to get ready for the main event. It was agreat little vacation for us. Finally, Jenn HAMMERSTEDT is still working maintenance at Tucson, AZ. She really enjoys her work and the troops she supervises.

at Harvard Medical School, and Geoff BILLINGSLEY, Mario SERNA, Mike

JAMOOM, Doug CREVISTON, and Jim SMITH, all at MIT. Jim’s wife was due to deliver their rst child back in May.

Speaking of smart kids. Matt FETZER dropped me aline about the same time frame as Matt Domsalla and told me about things around his way. Matt nished up amaster’s at Ohio State and was set for pilot training at Laughlin. Even more importantly, Matt tied the knot in early September. Matt’s roommate at OSU was Garret POVAR who completed amaster’s in economics before heading off to Euro NATO. According to Matt, Dan BURTZ completed amaster’s in space operations at UCCS before heading to Vandenberg, and Dustin TYNER completed his MBA. Acouple ‘96ersyou may know. Matt BRUHN and Eric NELSON completed master’s at Harvard and MIT, respectively.

Steve NEWSTEAD’s wife, formally Aline Gibbons, dropped me aline in response to my pathetically short article acouple issues ago.

WEDDINGS: Justin and Carrie SANDERS were married on 12 Sept in Tulsa, OK. He and his wife are stationed at Vance AFB, OK. Shawn and Mikki ANGER were

married in Michigan in August. Bob BRYANT attended the wedding and said that it was abig party. Scott and Rachel SMITH were married on 10 Oct 98 at New York, New York Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. That’s all the other weddings that I’ve heard about up until the time of this printing.

Please keep sending me pictures and info. Any dirt, con rmed or uncon rmed, is good too. It makes for amore interesting column. Iappreciate all the help that you guys have given me over the past two years. Merry Christmas and best of luck to all of you in the New Year! Mel. Melvin T. Maxwell, Jr. 14466 N. 58th Lane

Glendale, AZ 85306 Home: (602) 588-9397 DSN: 896-6576 E-mail: melvin.maxwell@luke.af mil Percent members: 65 Aline and Steve Newstead

‘‘S.JiSap What’s up everybody? Hope everybody had agreat summer and is having a great holiday season. I’ve got agood bunch of news to share so I’ll jump right in.

Phil LYNCH dropped me an e-mail back in June letting me know the results of this SUPT class down at Laughlin. Here was the breakdown: Jamie MAUNZ, F-15, Tyndall; Casey LOZIER, A-10; AJ PELKINGTON, F-16, Luke; Mike SCHRIEVER, A-

10; Mike WILCOX, B-52, Barksdale; Phil LYNCH, C-17, Charleston; Colby KUHNS, C-141, McChord; Dan ROHLINGER, C-17, Charleston; Tom LEE, C-21, Andrews; Ryan McCREIGHT, T-1, Laughlin; and Travis LEWIS, KC-135, McConnell. At the time, Andy JETT and Kim GAULKE (STAMETS) were in T-44s down in Corpus

Christi and Brian REECE and Ty BARBERY were ying helicopters at Ft Rucker, AL.

Joel DeBOER passed along the news from his class nishing up UPT at Columbus. Joel, Kevin DAUGHERTY, Andy LIPINA, and Geoff ROMANOWITZ will all be heading down here to Luke for E-16s. Jon BOULET and Ryan HAYDEN along with John DYER and Chris WILEY from Laughlin are on their way to Davis-Monthan for A- 10s. Dave HAMMER will be ying C-2 Is out of Ramstein and Matt VINCENT and Jared RICK will y T-38s at Laughlin and Columbus. Waynetta GENTRY will be in aKC-135 out of Kadena, Derick STEED is doing C-130s in Corpus Christi, Derek SELLNOW went to Tinker for the E-3, and nally, Adam CURTIS will be ying helicopters. Joel also passed on that Adam PERRY (Laughlin) will be ying F-15ES out of Seymour-Johnson.

Matt DOMSALLA dropped me aletter from Harvard back in June. He along with Max BREMER, Brian PAYNE, and Chris WELCH are at the John F. Kennedy

School of Government. They each nished their rst of the two-year program

Steve and Aline were married on April 4"' in Stanhope, NJ. Steve had been on casual at Holloman before heading to the Garden State for the wedding. The honeymoon was in Puerto Rico before going down to Pensacola and later Whiting.

Jeff NELSON took abreak from pilot training at Del Rio to take part in the wedding. He now ies T-ls along with Aaron LAROSE, Jessie LEDERMAN, and Pete PETERSON. Mike DROST was ying T-38s with agraduation date in September.

Mike WILCOX picked B-52s and Lucas FLANAGAN was ying helos at Fort Rucker.

Kate MEYER nished asemester at UCCS before pilot training in Mississippi. Mike CANCELLARE is now at Vance ying T-38s, and Bill EVANS and Chris WACHTER

started pilot training at Pensacola back in June.

Aline also passed along that Greg BERBER is down at the University of Texas at Austin getting his master’s. Stephen PINCHAK is a ight test engineer at Eglin.

Stephen also got the opportunity to present apaper in Russia where he enjoyed a two-week stay. Ican’t believe I’m writing about a‘98er but Scott CHANDLER was wed on July 4in North Carolina. Lastly, Aline let me know that Sean KEVEANY was doing weather at Holloman before deploying, and Steve ROLENC and Phil BORN are still roommates. Steve is doing Public Affairs and Borno is aSP at Mountain Home.

This past May the former Barbara CARDOZO exchanged vows with Brian SURDYK (’98) at the Briarhurst Manor in Manitou Springs. After aperfect wedding, they went on acruise to the Bahamas. Barb nished the OSI Academy in Dec ’97, along with Dave PATTERSON, Julie LECEA, and Natalie HOLZHERR (’96). Barb’s now sta¬

tioned at Patrick AFB, which has enabled Brian to get his master’s in materials science at the University of Central Florida before upcoming pilot training.

before heading off to do summer internships. Max headed back to USAFA to

work in the Foreign Programs Of ce. Brian went to work for the Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisitions to see why projects are always over budget. Chris went to New York City to work in the peacekeeping of ce the U.S. mission to the U.N. Matt spent his summer in Boston’s Kennedy School National Security Program.

Alas, not all news is good news. Yes, yet another single ‘97er has fallen as Matt married his long-time girlfriend Deborah back in July in Houston, TX.

I Brian and Barbara Surdyk (Cardozo)

Tm sorry to have to end this on asad note but I’d be remiss if Ididn’t pass on the news of some great men who recently passed on. 1998 has been hard for the Grim Reapers as we lost Alan HOOK (’96) to abiking accident in Europe, and Brice Matt Domsalla, Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-MA), Brian Payne, and Sen. Alan Simpson (R- WY) discussing the ner points of public policy.

Some more of tbe Smart Kids Posse, as Irefer to them, include Ann ZIONIC who

is at the Harvard Dental School (spent summer down in San Antonio), Dave JOYCE

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kept her more than busy. Currently she is working on bringing anew education program on line in the midst of planning going-aways for her rst shirt and squadron commander. So she was basically running the shop in the interim and working her own programs. The weekend in San Diego was agreat break for her. Now she is looking forward to aEuropean vacation with Erik when his tour in Turkey

SIMPSON (’95). Brice fought for weeks after an F-16 accident at Misawa before

leaving us. Brice was put to rest at the Air Force Academy Cemetery. If you have had any contact with these two individuals you know they were both tremendous men with fantastic character. They will be missed. We also lost one of our own

accident in San Marcos, TX. I’ll go ahead and speak for us all by passing on condolences to all of the families from the Class of'97. Here’s atoast...

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some more people. Susie ROURKE was there painting people’s faces and hair, and agroup of guys spelled out AIR FORCE on their chests, but Idon’t know who all of them are. Isaw Chris GILE and Sean HOLAHAN, who showed up with asixfoot sub, which made them instantly popular. Ialso saw Jenn PETYKOWSKI, Damien SCHLUSSEL, Jay MEIER, Andy FOGARTY, Joy BOSTON, Matt DUNKER, Brad TURNER, Nick STENGLE, Dino DEBACCO, Chase MAENIUS, Mike

Bossier City, LA 71111 Home: (318) 549-0330 Work: (318)456-1015 DSN: 781-1015

E-mail: (W) kieinK@bw2.barksdale.afmil (H) Klein-ds@worldnet.att.net Percent members: 60

Well, its only been acouple months since 1wrote the last article, and only one person answered the call for information. So, unless you want all of these articles to get really boring, please write!

Before Istart talking about our classmates and what they are doing, Iwant to inform the class that Mike HARWELL was killed in ahelicopter accident near Nellis AFB on Sept 4. Sorry to start off on such asomber note, but Ithought it was important to get that information out.

On ahappier note, if you would like information on classmates from your old squad, or if you are just trying to nd someone, the class web site is agreat way to doit. You can reach the 1998 site at: http://www.usafa.net/1998/. At that site you can update your information so people can get hold of you, put amessage on the message board, or just read about what some people are doing. Luke GARGASZ, who is stationed in L.A., got in touch with me last week using the web site, so I know it works.

As Isaid before, Ionly got one response to my plea for pictures and information, so that is the only picture Ihave for this month. The picture is of Dan and Jen FEHL (BROOKS), who were married at the chapel on May 28. Members of their saber arch team were Matt BARRY, Will JULIAN, Jonathan KEGELER, Matt PALMER,

and Casey VJLE. Debbie NEWMAN sang at the wedding. Jen is stationed at Laughlin, where Dan will join her in November.

GIZMONDI and Pat FOX. Again, alotofpeople already mentioned were also there, and Iam sure Ihave also left alot of people out. After the game, most people ended up at abar downtovm, so if anyone has any great stories from that night, they would be great for the next article.

Well, that is all Ihave. Chad vrill hopefully pick up my slack with his info. Oh, and for the next article Iwould really like to get someone at each of the UPT bases to write part of the article. So, if you are stationed at one of those four bases and would be interested in telling some stories about people, write or call! That’s it for me. Iam on my way to Maryland for school, so hopefully Iwill run into some

people out there. Ihope Iget alot of letters, e-mails, and phone calls soon -Karin From the casual side of the house things are looking pretty good for the recent grads of '98. I(Chad Marchesseault) am currently working in the Athletic Department with about 35 other lieutenants. All of us teach physical education classes in addition to whatever administrative or coaching positions we’ve been assigned to. For example, Iwork with the executive of cer for Colonel Fariss (Director of

Athletic Programs), or as Ilike to put it, I’m “the guy behind the guy behind the guy.” Ialso help instruct wrestling classes (which is now an optional combative along with boxing) and weight training classes.

This is the standard set-up for most of us in AH. Lieutenants serve as instructors for all EE. classes and, at the same time, perform other duties which can include everything from moving of ce furniture to grooming the eld at Falcon Stadium. Rob “Football Players Aren’t Dumb” EVERT works with Dr. Long down in Sports Psychology, keeping our athletes from going insane on the

elds of battle.

Jason “Eyebrows” BELL and Ryan “VW Bugs Are Cool” MAHONEY both work in instruction, maintaining and organizing those RE. classes that we all know and

love. Craig “I’m Not Chinese” ENRIQUES is my counterpart across the street in the Field House, working for the Athletic Director, Colonel Spetman. Kirk “Are You Talking to Me?” EKNES works in the computer branch, ensuring that we rarely have access to the network. June “Legs” CRUSE works in compliance, monitoring eligibility and keeping us out of trouble with the NCAA. And Yvonne “Game, Set, Match” CARRICO works in Fitness Testing with the PFT/AFT Nazis. We don’t talk to her much.

Fifteen of our group are assigned as graduate assistants for whatever sport they played during their four years as cadets, the famous “Golden-15s.” They are considered permanent party and serve aone-year tour in AH before going on to pilot training or being assigned to their primary AFSCs. Some of these folks include Jake “I’m Big” SHERER for wrestling, Mike “I’m Tall” FREEMAN for men’s basketball, Chris “I’m Neither” MACAULAY for lacrosse, John HABERLACH for hockey.

Drew DOUGHERTY for soccer, Nate TARKOWSKI for baseball, Kallie QUINN for women’s basketball, and Jeff MOHR for football. The rest of us are on casual sta¬

tus and, for the most part, awaiting UPT. We also have three holdouts from '97 who are also currently awaiting teassignment: Chtis GIZZI, Marcus NICHOLS, and Ben SMITH.

Dan and Jen

OK, on to the info about '98ers Ihave gathered myself, Idon’t have that many great stories, but Ihave afew, and Ihave asked Chad MARCHESSEAULT to help me out with this article so Iwould get info on more people. So far, only two classmates have come through Barksdale, but Ihope as more people get going in pilot training that will increase as cross-countrys and out-and-backs come to Barksdale alot. Mason DULA was through in August, and agroup of us went dancing. The best story about this night is that Kerri GRIBUSKI met Mario Lopez—otherwise known as AC Slater of Saved By The Bell, and was his date for the evening. Tara VICE and Iwere jealous! Later that month Dave LEWIS came though town on his way back to the Academy for casual.

Later in August 1made it out to Sheppard and ran into Charity KAUFFMAN, Sean BESS and Steve BEHMER. Also stationed there are Leland COWIE, Jeff and Matt JENSEN, Jeremy GORDON and Josh ARMEY. In early September Itraveled to San Antonio, and while waiting for my ight out of Dallas Iran into Frank STAINE-

P'YNE who was on the same ight. He was on his way to Del Rio to see Erin MUNSON. Ialso went to Del Rio, and it was great. Not because Del Rio is agreat town, but the base is full of '98ers. As of mid-September there are acouple of classes there almost completely fuU of 9’8ers. Iran into Sue WHALEN, Megan DOHERTY (SCOTT), Krista STAFF, Angel SANTIAGO, Jeremy JONES, RE BENDER,

Heather MEYER, Joe ZINGARO, Doyle POMPA, Carl DIECHMAN, John BOROWSKI

Athletics is only one of the places here at USAFA where you’ll nd members of our class. We’ve In ltrated just about every aspect of base operations, including DF, CW, the comm squadron, CE, public affairs, the hospital, the air eld, and the chapel. Josh “J’m aMarried Man" EATON and Tom “Locker Room” PRESTON both work in Smdent Services, teaching study techniques to new cadets. Pat “I Told You IWould Fly” MCCOY works in the registrar’s of ce, denying class changes to desperate cadets. Caroline “Weddings Are Fun" JENSEN (formerly Caroline “Don’t Do Drugs” BONG) is at the 94th FTS. You can nd Barry “I Got 3Minutes of Playing Time” KING at the public affairs of ce. Kristie “Four Years and I’m Still Bitter” KRAMER is happily employed in the cadet computer of ce. And John “Always in Style” MATUSZAK is receiving good graces while helping out at the chaplain’s ofce.

Various other people 1see from time to time include Shawn GILLILAND, Keith ENGLIN, Cenya VARGAS, Shelby ARNOLD, Jason MIER, Stu RUBIO, Holly VANDEHEI, Jaimee OTIS, Jen STELDT, Matt LEDDY, Lisa WALDREP, Tonya BRONSON, Kirby ENSSER, Joe WENKUS, Paul THERIOT, Lisa JOHNSON, Tim

MUKASA-MAGOYE, Sean BRAMMER-HOGAN, Brad STEVENS, Pat SIMS, Freddy KRUEGER, Jimmy BUFFETT, Barry SWITZER, and Boy GEORGE, all temporary members of the USAFA family.

There are far too many others for me to name them all, but this is agood representation in that it includes everyone 1can think of right now. If you wish to get in touch with any of these folks before they leave for UPT or other assignments, please feel free to give me acall at (719) 333-2281/2798 (DSN 333-2281) or e-mail me at marchesseaultce.ah@usafa.af.mil. Iwill be here until the beginning of January when Ihead to Vance. Iwish you all the best of luck... Chad.

and Randy GORDON. Iknow there are alot more people stationed there, but I

didn’t see all of them, so Idon’t know who they all are.

After that trip Ionly saw friends from the Academy this past weekend at the TCU vs. Air Force game. We had agreat tailgate that started in the parking lot of an Albertsons. But we were told there could be no open containers, so the party quickly moved to the stadium. There were probably close to 75 people there from '98. People came from Altus, Enid, San /Antonio, Barksdale, and Del Rio. Alot of

the people mentioned above were there, so Iwon’t list them again, but here are

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