Welcome to the Prior Features That Have Been on the Front Page of the Class of 1961 Web Site Since After the 50th Reunion!

Class of '61 Attended Founder’s Day at Heritage Hunt, Gainesville, VA.

Class of '61 attended Founder’s Day on 12 March 2023 at Heritage Hunt, Gainesville, VA. We had 17 classmates, 15 wives, 2 surviving spouses, and 2 guests — more than any other class at the event. We are Second to None!

LT Gen. Robert D. Chelberg, Class of 1961, Inducted into the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame

LT General (retired) Robert D. Chelberg was inducted into the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame in February 2022 for his work as volunteer chairman of the Wounded Veterans Relief of Florida established the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame in 2013 to recognize and honor those military veterans who through their works and lives during or after military service, have made a significant contribution to the state of Florida.

For more information click here.

Videos From 60th Reunion Part II Now Available

Videos of the 60th Reunion Part II Sing-a-Long and Memorial Service are now available here.

Army vs. Air Force Game Gathering 4 Nov 23
as of 13 March 2023

The 2021 and 2022 Army-Air Force Commander’s Classic games were held at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.  Rod Grannemann hosted the Class for these games.  All that attended had a great time.  Army won the 2021 game and AF won the 2022 game. 

The 2023 game will be held at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver on 4 November.  Air Force will be the home team for this game.

Read details here.

Clarence G. Matsuda
"Clancy"

Company A-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Clancy Matsuda, on February 11, 2023, in Sioux Falls, SD.

Clancy is survived by his wife; Connie, their son Matt; their daughter Leilani Komatsubara and her husband Takeshi; and their grandchildren Kohta and Kay Komatsubara.

Visitation will be at 4:30–6:30 PM, Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Spirit of Truth Lutheran Church, 112 E Annabelle Street, Brandon, SD 57005.

Memorial Services will be at 2 PM, Sunday, February 19, 2023, at Spirit of Truth Lutheran Church.

Burial will be at 2 PM, Tuesday, February 22, 2023, at the South Dakota State Veteran’s Cemetery, 25965 477th Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 with Full Military Honors. 

Condolences may be sent to Connie at 1517 Custer Parkway, Brandon, SD  57005-1533.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Clancy's memory be sent to the charty of your choice.

Click here to go to Clancy's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Grannemann Hosting 2021 Commander’s Classic Game November 5, 2022

The 2021 Commander’s Classic was the first college football game at Globe Life Field.  It featured the Army-Air Force football game, with Air Force as the home team. The Grannemann family hosted a ’61 group for the game.  Army won the close game in overtime.

Rod has graciously agreed to host another Class get together for the 2022 game.  Army will be the home team for the return meeting on November 5, 2022.  The current plan is for a Class dinner Friday, game Saturday AM, Class dinner Saturday PM, and maybe a Sunday brunch.  There is a Class hotel for the event.

Here is a picture of those who attended the game.

Read the details here.

Howard D. Himes
"Dale"

Company I-1

6 Nov 1939 - 26 Feb 2022

Place of Death: Saylorsburg, PA

Interment: West Point Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must inform you of the death of our Classmate, Dale Himes, on February 26, 2022 in Saylorsburg, PA.  He died peacefully at home.

Dale is survived by his daughters, Jennifer Natanzon and her partner, Larry Lagrosa, Rebecca Himes, and Lash Himes and her husband, Jeff Hull; granddaughter, Saylor Emory Hull, and grandson, Marson Everlee Blue Hull.

Funeral services for Dale will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 22, 2022, at the Old Cadet Chapel followed by burial in the West Point Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to Lash Himes, 280 Euclid Avenue, Oakland, CA  94610.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Dale’s memory may be sent to the George Mark Children's House, 2121 George Mark Lane, San Leandro, CA  94578.

Well done, Dale. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Dale's Last Roll Call Tribute.

'61 Well Attended Founders Day Dinner  at Heritage Hunt Golf and Country Club

Class of 1961 really showed up for Founders Day Dinner 13 March 2022 at Heritage Hunt Golf and Country Club in Gainesville, VA.  Attending were: Paul/Sue DeVries; Ken/Rachel Meissner; Bob/Gale McConnell: Bob/Dawn Glass; Cy/Nancy Shearer; Gene/Sharon Goodell; Russ/Marie Phelps; George/Karen Joulwan; George/Michelle Kopcsak; Trish Buckner; Hank/Mary Frances Kenny; Will/Kathy Conley; Barney/Denise Legge; Todd Millie Counts; Judy Kremer; Jim/Bobbie Blessé: Mike/Chan Eiland

Robert A. Burns
"Bob"

Company F-1

2 May 1937 - 25 Feb 2022

Place of Death: Evans, GA

Interment: Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, SC

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bob Burns, on 25 February 2022 in Evans, GA. 

Bob is survived by his wife, Nancy.

Burial will be at Fort Jackson National Cemetery, 4170 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC  29229 on a date to be determined.

Condolences may be sent to Nancy at 4275 Owens Rd, Apt 17, Evans, GA  30809.

Well done, Bob. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bob's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Gerald A. Vick
"Jerry"

Company B-2

25 Aug 1938- 20 Feb 2022

Place of Death: Arlington, VA

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jerry Vick, on February 20, 2022, in Arlington, VA. 

Jerry is survived by his daughter Elizabeth ‘Topper’ Bruno and her husband John Bruno; daughter Marjorie Ashton and her husband Augustus ‘Skip’ Ashton III; his grandchildren, Captain Augustus T. Ashton IV, William Ashton and his wife Meredith and great granddaughter Hadleigh, Elizabeth ‘Ivy’ Kabbani, Catherine Kabbani, Ensign Jonathan Ashton, Mary Beth Ashton, and Caitlin Ashton and her wife Emily Richards Ashton.  Jerry was preceded in death by his wife Beth and granddaughter Abigail Ashton. 

Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. 

Condolences may be sent to Elizabeth at 15401 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Pointe Park, MI  48230. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jerry's memory may be sent to Army Emergency Relief, 2530 Crystal Drive, Suite 13161, Arlington, VA  22202-9936.

Well done, Jerry. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Jerry's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Travis N. Dyer
"Rusty"

Company B-1

3 Apr1938- 20 Jan 2022

Place of Death:  Las Cruces, NM. 

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Rusty Dyer, on January 20, 2022, in Las Cruces, NM. 

Rusty is survived by his wife, Donna; their daughters, Andrea Gwynne and her husband, John, and Cheryl Maiella and her husband, Joe; and their grandchildren, Mark Salcedo, Travis Gwynne, and Megan Maiella. 

A public graveside service with full military honors will be held at Fort Bliss Cemetery February 3rd at 1:30 pm.  His service will be streamed from Getz Funeral Home website.

Condolences may be sent to Donna at 1902 Lone Tree Lane, Las Cruces, NM  88011-4075. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Rusty may be made sent to International Myeloma Foundation Headquarters, 4400 Coldwater Canyon Ave., Suite 300, Studio City, CA  91604. 

Well done, Rusty.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Rusty's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Robert E. McCarthy, Jr.
"Bob"

Company D-1

12 Jan 1940- 15 Jan 2022

Place of Death: East Bridgewater, MA

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Bob McCarthy, on January 15, 2022, in East Bridgewater, MA, after a short battle with vascular dementia.

Bob is survived by his wife, Bobbie; their children, Robert and his wife Mary, Patricia Colby and her husband Peter, and Allen and his wife Diane; their grandchildren, Stephen, Alexandra, Lauren, Abby, Steph, Bobby, Maeve, Coleman, Mary Kate, and Conor.

Visitation is from 4-7 PM, January 20, 2022, at Chapman Funerals and Cremations, 35 Spring Street, East Bridgewater. MA  02333.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 AM, January 21, 2022, at Saint John the Evangelist, 210 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA  02333.

Burial will follow at East Bridgewater Central Cemetery, 153 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA  02333.

Condolences may be sent to Bobbie at 570 Bridge Street, East Bridgewater, MA  02333-2111.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Bob may be made to Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater, PO Box 261, East Bridgewater, MA  02333 or American Legion Post 91, 175 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA  02333.

Well done, Bob.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bobs Last Roll Call Tribute.

Frank C. Rauch

Company F-1

16 Apr 1938- 31 Dec 2021

Place of Death: Venice, FL

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Frank Rauch, on 31 December, 2021, at Tidewell Hospice Center, Venice, FL after a long battle with cancer. 

Frank is survived by his wife, Joan; his daughters, Nina Holton and Lesley Stover and her husband, Sean; and his grandchildren, Zoe Holton, Amelie Holton, Trace Stover, and Cole Stover. 

There will be a memorial service for Frank Rauch at 11 AM on April 8, 2022 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 790 S Tamiami Trial, Venice,FL 34285.

Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. 

Condolences may be sent to Joan at 130 Sunaire Terrace, Nokomis, FL  34275-2544.  

In lieu of flowers, donations in Frank’s memory may be sent to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY  10306 or Habitat for Humanity South Sarasota County by sending a check to Louis & Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust, 1843 Floyd Street, Sarasota, FL  34239 (make check payable to The Louis & Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust and put “Habitat for Humanity South Sarasota County” in the memo line on the check).

Well done, Frank.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Frank's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Emmanuel J. Scivoletto
"Manny"

Company C-2

17 Feb 1938- 26 Dec 2021

Place of Death: Reno, NV.

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Manny Scivoletto, on 26 December 2021, in Reno, NV.

Manny is survived by his wife Kay; their sons, Kris and his wife, Emily, and John and his wife, Claire; and their grandchildren Nicholas, Morgan, and Mattie.

Manny’s remains were cremated and will be interred in Nevada at a later time.

Condolences may be sent to Kay at 5735 Lone Horse Drive, Reno, NV  89502-9001.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Manny’s memory may be sent to Veterans Guest House, 880 Locust Street, Reno NV  89502.

Well done, Manny. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Manny's Last Roll Call Tribute.

John B. Zimmerman
"Jack"

Company A-2

31 Jul 1939- 12 Nov 2021

Place of Death: Vestavia Hills, AL

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jack Zimmerman, on 12 November, 2021, in Vestavia Hills, AL, as a result of an acute pulmonary embolism. 

Jack is survived by his wife, Sandy; his daughters, Julie Hohl and her husband, Kurt, and Jill Meyer; his son, Jeffrey and his wife, Kelly; his grandchildren, Christian Hohl, Carter Hohl, Cameron Hohl, Connor Hohl, Charlotte Meyer, Mackenzie Meyer, Jillian Zimmerman, and Khloe Zimmerman; and Sandy’s family.  Jack was predeceased by his wife, Joan, on 23 June 2008. 

Visitation will be 1-3 PM and 4-6 PM, Saturday, 4 December 2021 at Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home, 9902 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA  22032. 

A Celebration of Life service will be at 2 PM, Sunday, 5 December 2021 at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax, VA  22032.  A reception will follow at the church.  The service will also be live streamed on the church website,
https://www.lordoflifeva.org. 

The funeral service will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. 

Condolences may be sent to Sandy at 1582 Panorama Drive, Vestavia Hills, AL  35216-3335, and to Jack’s children, Julie, Jill and Jeffrey, at Jack's home, 5206 Tamar Woods Court, Fairfax, VA  22032.  

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jack’s memory may be made to the Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke, 4019 Olley Lane, Fairfax, VA  22032 or online at http://scfbva.org. 

Well done, Jack.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Jack's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Harmon R. Parmele
"Bob"

Company M-2

11 Dec 1938- 9 Nov 2021

Place of Death: Woodinville, WA

Interment: East Bloomfield Cemetery, Bloomfield, NY, at a date to be determined.

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bob Parmele on 9 November 2021, in Woodinville, WA from a sudden heart attack.

Bob leaves no survivors.  He was predeceased by his wife, Cheryl.

Bob will be buried at East Bloomfield Cemetery, Bloomfield, NY, at a date to be determined.

Well done, Bob. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bob's Last Roll Call Tribute

Planning Has Started For 19 - 23 Jan 2023 60th Reunion Part II in Orlando FL.

COVID caused the original 60th to be cancelled.  COVID caused the majority of you to not attend our second try.

But! We have not given up.

Don’t miss this chance to gather with your ’61 family – Classmates, Wives, Widows, Significant Others Kids, Grandkids, Great Grandkids, Military Associates

This survey, dated 23 Aug 2022, replaces any prior data you may have submitted.  Read on and RSVP now. Go here for details.

60th Class Reunion Now Scheduled  27 Jan - 1 Feb 2022  in Orlando FL

60^th REUNION UPDATE
as of 15 Sep

Reunion Survey 2 – ACTION REQUIRED BY ALL

Each person that registered as YES, MAYBE, or UNSURE in the original Registration Form must complete Reunion Survey 2.  Please do so as soon as possible.

We need current projected headcounts for selected events in order to complete agreements with the appropriate venues.  Survey 2 will collect your current inputs for participation in these events.

Read on for descriptions of Survey 2 items.

Use this link to the Survey 2 Form to submit your inputs.

Fill out SURVEY 2 form

A souvenir coin for you is free of charge and can be picked up at the reunion or mailed to you if you are not attending the reunion.

If you would like one of these coins, simply use the following link to submit your request.

Fill out Coin ORDER form

Go to 60th Main Page for details as of 19 Dec.

Benjaman C. Glidden
"Ben"

Company C-2

21 Oct 1938- 19 Jan 2021

Place of Death: Wichita, Kansas

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Ben Glidden, on January 21, 2021 in Wichita, KS.

Ben is survived by his wife, Kathy; their daughter, Heather Sturtz, and her husband, Jet; their son, Lance, and his wife, Jaci; their daughter, Hope Hartman, and her husband, Wink; 10 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.

Ben was buried at Star Township Cemetery, Alba, MI.

Condolences may be sent to Kathy at c/o Heather Sturtz, 7102 Laketree Drive, Fairfax Station, VA  22039. 

Donations in Ben’s memory may be sent to the Ben Glidden Memorial Fund, Community Partnership for Child Development (CPCD), 2330 Robinson Street, Colorado Springs, CO  80904.

Well done, Ben.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Ben's Last Roll Call Tribute.

The Anderson Athletic Center Officially Opened 22 Oct 2021

The West Point Association of Graduates and the Army West Point Athletic Association held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Anderson Athletic Center on October 22, 2021, at West Point. The ribbon-cutting participates were LTC (R) Mark West ’91, Head Sprint Football Coach; Cheryl Milligan, Head Softball Coach; LTG Darryl A. Williams ‘83 60th Superintendent, USMA; Mike Buddie, Army West Point Athletics Director; Lee Anderson ’61 and Penny Anderson; Todd A. Browne ‘85 President and CEO, WPAOG. The three-floor, 21,000-square-foot athletic facility was made possible by the generosity of lead donors Lee Anderson '61 and his wife, Penny, as well as key donors John Drew ’78, Vaughn Vasconcellos ’78, William Sandbrook ’79, and William Spurgeon ’81, his wife, Diane, and the Class of 1981.

Click here for more details and pictures.

Howard W. Randall
"Buzz"

Company B-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Howard “Buzz” Randall, on 7 October 2021, in Clermont, FL, due to a malignant brain tumor. 

Howard is survived by his wife, Michele Gottlieb. 

Howard will be buried at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL, on a date to be determined. 

Condolences may be sent to Michele at 2108 St. Ives Court, Clermont, FL  34711-6980. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Howard's memory may be sent to the charity of your choice. 

Well done, Buzz.  Be thou at peace.

Michael Eggleston Publishes “Fire on the Water, The General Slocum Disaster”

Michael Eggleston has published the new book, Fire on the Water, The General Slocum Disaster. Over a thousand people died in less than ten minutes when the Paddle Steamer General Slocum caught fire in the East River of New York City. This history tells the story of the disaster, minute by minute from the time the fire started until the Slocum was beached on North Brother Island in the East River. The consequences of the disaster are explained. This was the deadliest inland maritime disaster in New York history and nationally it is second only to the Civil War incident, the Sultana. This book is organized to tell the story of the disaster followed by the immediate aftermath in terms of the impact on survivors and lastly the causes and consequences for those at fault. One report included in this history stands out among other references. The government established a commission to investigate the General Slocum disaster. The result of commission hearings produced findings and recommendations that were sent to President Theodore Roosevelt. He, in turn, issued directives designed to prevent such a tragedy from happening, again. This was all done in record time but one should bear in mind that 1904 was an election year and Roosevelt needed to demonstrate decisive action. Theodore Roosevelt won reelection to the Presidency. The reader will find in this history 70 maps, sketches and photographs that help understand the events and the people that influenced them.

Channing M. Greene
"Chan"

Company K-1

William H. Gavan
"Bill"

Company I-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bill Gavan, on 6 September 2021, in Greensboro, GA

James D. Jackson
"Jim"

Company C-2

13 Feb 1939- 2 Aug 2021

Place of Death: Ocean Grove, NJ

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Jim Jackson, on 2 August 2021 in Ocean Grove, NJ.

Jim is survived by his wife, Pat; their son, Lawrence, and his wife, Christine; their daughter, Linda DiBias; and grandchildren Katherine Jackson, Robert DiBias, Nicholas DiBias, and Mariana DiBias.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at Orender Family Home for Funerals, 2643 Old Bridge Road, Manasquan, NJ on Saturday, August 14, 2021.  Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m., with a funeral service beginning at 1:30 pm.

Condolences may be sent to Pat at 1535 Harvest Lane, Manasquan, NJ  08736-2205.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory may be sent to HHT Foundation, P.O. Box 329, Monkton, MD  21111.

Well done, Jim.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Jim's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Richard A. Buckner
"Dick"

Company I-2

2 Nov 1939 - 22 Jul 2021

Place of Death: Gainesville, VA.

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Dick Buckner, on 22 July 2021 in Gainesville, VA.

Dick is survived by his wife, Trish; their children, Elizabeth Buckner-Yordy and her husband Chris; Rich, Jr.; and Ann Marie Stulik and her husband Ken; their grandchildren, Stephen Buckner, Allison Williams and her husband Tyler, Amanda McVicker and her husband Will, Victoria Nunn and her husband Josh, Morgan Lassiter and her husband Bryan, Lauren Gizinski and her husband Adam, Alexander Trahan, Tyler Trahan, and Nicole Buckner; their step grandchildren Clare and Eli Yordy; and their great grandchildren, Benjamin, Ansel, Liam, Elise, Aiden, Charlotte and one on the way.

Friends and family will celebrate Dick's memory at their cherished home in Gainesville on August 1 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Dick Buckner's funeral will be at 1:30 PM, Wednesday, 27 October 2021, at the West Point Cemetery.  Those attending should meet NLT 1 PM at the Visitors Control Center located in the West Point Visitors Center in Highland Falls.

A reception will follow in Herbert Hall.  Please respond by reply message if you will be attending.

Condolences may be sent to Trish at 13606 Heritage Valley Way, Gainesville, VA  20155-1356.

In lieu of flowers, please celebrate your health and happiness by giving your kids and grandkids a hug.

Well done, Dick. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Dick's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Henmar R. Gabriel
"Gabe"

Company D-1

31 Jan 1936- 20 Jul 2021

Place of Death: Dallas, TX

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Gabe Gabriel, on 20 July 2021 in Dallas, Texas due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

Gabe is survived by his wife of 31 years, Susan Moore Gabriel; sons, Bill (Susan) Gabriel and Paul Gabriel, Trey (Amy) Cochran, and Richard (Pam) Cochran; daughter, Carol (Scott) Davis; grandchildren, Brendan Gabriel, Ashley (Ben) DeWees, Josephine Gabriel, Hutton (Davon) Gillette, Trevor Cochran, Nick Cochran, Grace Davis, Pete Davis, Carlin (Mike) Fitzgerald, and Keara (Jordan) McCombs; and great granddaughter, Hendrix Fitzgerald.  In heaven he joins his brother, Bill Gabriel, and his granddaughter, Danielle Gabriel.

A funeral service will be at 11 AM on Wednesday, 28 July 2021 at the Church of the Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX  75204.

Burial will be at West Point on date to be determined.

Condolences may be sent to Susie at 5850 E Lovers Lane, Apt 233, Dallas, TX  75206-2922.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gabe’s memory may be sent to West Point AOG in memory of LTC Henmar Gabriel, Herbert Hall, 698 Mills Road, West Point, NY  10996; the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL  60601; or the Church of the Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX  75204.

Well done, Gabe. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Gabe's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Roger W. Zailskas

Company L-1

22 Apr 1939 - 19 Jul 2021

Place of Death: Boothwyn, PA

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Roger Zailskas, on 19 July 2021 in Boothwyn, PA.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia McGuire Zailskas; his children, Melanie Waldron (Andrew) and Douglas Zailskas (Hana); his grandchildren, Roman Zailskas, Benjamin Waldron, and Michael Waldron; and his siblings, Carol, Lorrie, Daniel, Lenny, Marty, Gloria and Ray.

Funeral services and burial are private

Condolences may be sent to Patricia at 4 Kings Court, Boothwyn, PA  19061-4252.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Roger’s memory may be sent to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH  45250-0301.

Click here to go to Roger's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Gary W. Webster

Company M-1

11 May 1939- 7 Jul 2021

Place of Death: Forest City, NC,

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Gary Webster, on 7 July 2021 in Forest City, NC, from cancer. 

Gary is survived by his wife, Grace; his daughters, Karen (Mark) Harris and Kathryn Elder; and his grandchildren, Eliza Harris, Braxton Harris, Henry Harris, Jocey Elder, William Elder, and Kaylee Elder.  His wife, Jo, preceded him in 1994. 

A celebration of life service will be held on 24 July 2021 at 2pm at Buford Presbyterian Church, 1242 Buford Hwy NE, Sugar Hill, GA  30518. 

Burial arrangements are pending. 

Condolences may be sent to Grace at 246 Georgia Avenue, Forest City, NC  28043-3728.   

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gary’s memory may be made to Buford Presbyterian Church, 1242 Buford Hwy NE, Sugar Hill, GA  30518, or your favorite charity. 

Well done, Gary.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Gary's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Peter Boylan, Jr. Enters Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame

On April 3, The Georgia Military Veteran’s Hall of Fame honored 16 men by inducting them into their fold and unveiling the Hall of Fame portraits. Inducted was 1961 graduate. Peter Boylan, Jr. MG retired.

Peter Boylan, Jr. Georgia Veterans HOF Induction

West Point Society of N. Texas, Founders Day

L to R, Jan & Rod Grannemann, Vicki & Hampy Hodges and Coralinn & Mick Maus.

Coralinn & Mick Maus have let us know that the West Point Society of North Texas held its Founders Day Event on 5 June 2021 at a huge BBQ restaurant. Normally it is a black tie event, of course. But a survey of the membership voted to be informal this year, (actually counted for 2020 & 2021). Mick was quick to explain that a particularly SCARY part was that our class was the oldest in attendance. Hampy Hodges, older by a few months than Rod Grannemann or Mick Maus gave the oldest grad address. We represented the Class well. With around 200 in attendance it was a super evening. [Note that the Grannemanns observed their 50th wedding anniversary a few weeks earlier]

John L. Campbell
"Jack"

Company L-2

19 Dec 1939- 6 Jun 2021

Place of Death: Laguna Woods, CA.

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jack Campbell, on 6 June 2021 in Laguna Woods, CA. 

Jack is survived by his wife, Judy; granddaughters, Hannah Blessen (Brian) and Sarah Campbell; step-granddaughters, Cherise Reaber and Ally Reaber Tapia; and great grandson, William Blessen.  He was predeceased by sons, Scott and Mark. 

Funeral services are pending. 

Condolences may be sent to Judy at 5311 Cantante, Laguna Woods, CA  92637-1813. 

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Jack's memory be sent to Mariner's Church, 5001 Newport Coast Drive, Irvine, CA  92063. 

Well done, Jack. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Jack's Last Roll Call Tribute.

From Buckner through Graduation was a Group Called "The Spirits"

Robert A. Montgomery, Jr.
"Bob"

Company M-1

27 Apr 1939 - 26 May 2021

Place of Death: Perrysburg, OH.

Interment: Perrysburg, OH

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bob Montgomery, on 26 May 2021, at his home in Perrysburg, OH.

Bob is survived by his wife, Anita; sons, Robert and his wife, Denise, and Michael and his wife, Erin; and granddaughters, Marianita and Elizabeth.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 PM on 4 June 2021 at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg, OH 43551. A Memorial Service will follow at 6 PM. Burial will be private.

Condolences may be sent to Anita at 555 Rutledge Court, Perrysburg, OH 43551-5205.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bob’s memory may be sent to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516; The Salvation Army, 144 W South Boundary Street, Perrysburg, OH 43551; or Shriners Children's Ohio, Attn: Development Department, One Children's Plaza-2 West, Dayton, OH 45404.

Well done, Bob. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bob's Last Roll Call Tribute.

George P. Yancey
"Phil"

Company E-2

5 Feb 1940- 30 Apr 2021

Place of Death: Cynthiana, KY

Interment: Battle Grove Cemetery, Cynthiana, KY

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Phil Yancey, on 30 April 2021 in Cynthiana, KY. 

Phil is survived by his wife, Carole; one son, Philip (Trish); three daughters, Debbie (Ed) Duffy, Phyllis (Jim) Cooper, and Katherine (Bill) Hanley; three step-sons, Scott Bishop, Clint Bishop, and Blake (Kimberly Rae) Bishop; eleven grandchildren, Tyler King, Lauren King, Corey Elam, Sarah Cooper, Camden Hanley, Angel Gill, Crystal Yancey, Veronica Yancey, Michael David Yancey, JD Soard, Kyla Soard; and several great-grandchildren. 

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 PM, 5 May 2021, at the Ware Funeral Home, 910 US Highway 27 N, Cynthiana, KY  41031. 

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on 6 May 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 302 E. Pike Street, Cynthiana, KY  41031. 

Burial will follow at Battle Grove Cemetery, 531 East Pike Street, Cynthiana, KY  41031. 

Condolences may be sent to Carole at 105 South Miller Street, Cynthiana, KY  41031-1605. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Phil’s memory may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 302 E. Pike Street, Cynthiana, KY  41031.

Well done, Phil. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Phil's Last Roll Call Tribute.

'61 Resumed Golfing Grads of USMA  With 33th Tournament

Golfing Grads participants taken by Stephanie Campbell, '88, daughter of Phil & Martha Sykes.  Left to right: Bill Williamson, Coralinn Maus, Mick Maus, Rod Grannemann, Brandon Conley, Gene Witherspoon, Dick Clarke, Paul Vallely, Phil Mallory, Chris Conley, Phil Sykes, Gary Hyde, Will Conley, Bob Cairns, Button Hyde and Lou Murray (Army buddy of Bill Williamson).  Mick and Coralinn's son Mike had to leave early so was not in the photo.  

After a Covid hiatus in 2020, Golfing Grads of USMA resumed with its 33th tournament at the Robert Trent Jones' Grand National golf courses near Auburn, Alabama from 26-28 April 2021. We were once again the senior class among the 10 that fielded teams for the competition. Other classes represented were 62, 63, 68, 69, 71, 73, 74, 77 and 88. Our team included 10 classmates who managed to play three straight days of golf plus three sons and one Army friend. Coralinn Maus who has played in the past was on injured reserve recovering from recent surgery and provided moral support. Gary and Button Hyde joined us in the hospitality suite and for dinner on each of the three nights after golf. Although not a golf participant, Gary has run the computer support for management of the tournament for several years. He handed off this job to several other younger grads this year but was there to make sure they didn't screw up.

Although the '61 team now excels more at war-story telling than golf, a couple of our players received a mention at the awards dinner. Phil Mallory got a "nearest the pin" prize and Will Conley won third place in his flight. The rest of us considered it a victory to finish three straight rounds without cramping up! We also excelled at chatting up the young Auburn coeds who staffed the beverage carts and worked the club house grille. The second night was reserved for class dinners and we gathered at an outstanding Auburn restaurant named "Acre." Meal and service was excellent and we were pleasantly surprised to have Paul Vallely pop for the bar tab. Thanks, PV! We missed our former team captain, Jerry White, and two who had signed up but had to withdraw -- Frank Egan and our Aggie associate, Chuck Chamberlin. Get well guys!

Suffice to say, everyone had a great time in Alabama.

Phillips W. Smith, Jr.
"Phil"

Company A-1

9 Dec 1937- 14 Apr 2021

Place of Death: Scottsdale, AZ.

Interment: Green Acres Cemetery, Scottsdale, AZ

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Phil Smith, on 14 April 2021, in Scottsdale, AZ.

Phil is survived by his sons, Tom and Rick, and his grandchildren, Kylie, Drake, Summer, Carsyn, McKenna, Tyler, and Heather. Phil was predeceased by his wife, Patty.

Visitation will be at 10:30 am on April 18, 2021 at Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257.

A Funeral Mass will be said at 11:30 am on April 18, 2021 at Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257.

A Graveside Service will be conducted at 12:30 pm on April 18, 2021 at Green Acres Cemetery, 401 N Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257.

Condolences may be sent to Tom at 4901 E Tomahawk Trail, Paradise Valley, AZ  85253.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Phil's memory be sent to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, UT  84741.

Well done, Phil. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Phil's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Donald W. Sawtelle, Jr.
"Don"

Company B-1

7 Jul 1937- 14 Apr 2021

Place of Death: Braselton, GA.

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Don Sawtelle, on 14 April 2021, in Braselton, GA., following a long illness.

Don is survived by his wife, Jo; their daughter, Stacy Adams and her husband, David; their son, Donald III; and their grandchildren, Tripp Adams, Ally Faith Adams, Jaylee Skains and her husband, Christian, Emily Sawtelle, and Donald Sawtelle IV.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 PM on 22 April at Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097.

Burial will be at 2 PM on 23 April at Park Hill Cemetery, 4161 Macon Road, Columbus, GA 31907

Condolences may be sent to Jo at 6062 Allee Way, Braselton, GA 30517-6031.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Don’s memory may be sent to Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097.

Well done, Don. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Don's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Richard G. Yule, Jr.
"Dick"

Company C-1

6 Dec 1938 - 19 Feb 2021

Place of Death: Melbourne, FL

Interred: Ascension Catholic Church in Melbourne, FL.

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Dick Yule, on 19 February 2021 in Melbourne, FL, of natural causes.

Dick is survived by his son Rich (Katy), his grandson RG (Sophie and great-granddaughter Julianne), and his grandson Evan. He was predeceased by his wife, Janice.

His ashes were interred at Ascension Catholic Church in Melbourne, FL.

Condolences may be sent to Rich Yule at 1720 NE Aberdeen Drive, Lees Summit, MO 64061.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Dick’s memory be sent to AMIkids Space Coast, 1000 Inspiration Lane, Melbourne, FL 32934.Well done, Dick. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Dick's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Michael Skotzko
"Mike"

Company M-2

6 Sep 1935- 4 May 2020

Place of Death: Davidson, NC

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Mike Skotzko, on 4 May 2020 in Davidson, NC. 

Mike was predeceased by his wife, Sophie. 

Graveside services were held on 8 May 2020 at Holy Spirit Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Campbell Hall, NY. 

Condolences may be sent to Daniel Skotzko, Mike's son, at 749 Eastway Street, Davidson, NC  28036.

Well done, Mike. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Mike's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Here is a photo of some '61 Classmates having some fun. Terry Kirkpatrick, Charlie Welsh, and Jim Harmon at White Pass, WA on a sunny February 24th after 24" of new snow in the previous 24 hours. They took off helmets and masks for the shot.

John T. Baker, Jr.

Company E-2

1 Nov1935- 14 Apr 2019

Place of Death: Burnside, KY

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, John Baker, on 14 April 2019 at his residence in Burnside, KY, as a result of pancreatic cancer. 

John is survived by his wife, Patricia; one son, John III and his wife, Stephanie; three daughters, Catherine Collins, Joan Marie Smith, and Mary Diane Lunbeck and her husband, Martin; nine grandchildren, Brian Collins, Shannon Collins, Jonathan Collins, Angela Collins, Patricia Jean Smith, Jonathan Morton, Mitchell Lunbeck, Michelle Lunbeck, and Makayla Baker; and two great-grandchildren, Mae Lunbeck and Jhonen Collins.  He was preceded in death by two great-grandchildren. 

Funeral services were held on Thursday, 18 April 2019 in the Chapel of the Southern Oaks Funeral Home, Somerset, KY.  Burial followed in Mount Union Cemetery, Pulaski County, KY. 

Condolences may be sent to Patricia at 465 Cave Springs Spur, Burnside, KY  42519-9555. 

Well done, John. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to John's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Nicholas C. Gilbert
"Nick"

Company G-1

2 Aug 1939- 24 Feb 2021

Place of Death: Berthoud, CO

Interment: Estes Valley Memorial Gardens, Estes Park, CO

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must inform you of the death of our Classmate, Nick Gilbert, on February 24, 2021 in Berthoud, CO after a long illness.

Nick is survived by his wife, Virginia (Ginny); their daughters, Kathleen Banister and Karyn Reed; their sons, Glenn and his wife, Kelly, and Dwight and his wife, Patty; and grandchildren, Ryan Banister, Rachel Banister, Myles Reed, Sabrina Reed, Brayden Gilbert, Alexa Gilbert, Megan Gilbert, and Andrew Gilbert. 

A graveside funeral service for Nick Gilbert will be held on Monday, August 9, 2021 at 1:00 pm at the Estes Valley Memorial Gardens, 1672 Fish Hatchery Road, Estes Park, CO  80517.

Condolences may be sent to Ginny at 1875 Fall River Drive, Apt. 301, Loveland, CO  80538. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nick's memory may be made to Bristol Hospice Northern Colorado, 1605 Foxtrail Drive, STE 200, Loveland, CO  80538. 

Well done, Nick.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Nick's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Joseph F. Pesek
"Joe"

Company G-2

14 Jul 1937- 6 Feb 2021

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Joe Pesek, on 6 February 2021, in Carmel, IN. 

Joe is survived by his children, Joseph, Liz (Guillermo), Michael, Kathleen (Mark), James, Anne (David), Julie and John (Megan), and grandchildren, Isabel, Jacob, Sophia, Gabriel, Joshua, Grace, Mary Kate, Caleb, Charles, Natalie, Elizabeth, Chase, Andrew, Jude, Miller and Georgia.  He was predeceased by his wife, Mary. 

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on February 11, 2021 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Carmel, IN. 

Joe was buried at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN. 

Donations in Joe’s memory may be made to Merciful Help Center, 1045 West 146th St., Suite A, Carmel, IN  46032. 

Well done, Joe.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Joe's Last Roll Call Tribute.

John J. Neiger III
"Johnny"

Company M-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, John Neiger, on 10 February 2021, at Riverside Hospital in Kankakee, IL.

John is survived by his wife, Barbara; his children, Tracy and her husband, Jim Simon, and Jono (John Neiger IV) and his wife, Kemper Carlsen; step daughters, Julie and her husband, Robert Birkenheier, and Amy and her husband, Jimmy Turner; and his grandchildren, Timothy and Courtney Simon, Forest Carlsen-Neiger, Ryan Birkenheier, and Jaden Turner and John’s brother Henry Neiger.” John was pre-deceased by his parents, Sallie Morfit Neiger and John J. Neiger Jr., Class of 1935.

John Neiger's funeral service will at 1 PM on Wednesday, 1 September 2021, at the Old Post Chapel, Fort Myer, VA, followed by burial with military honors at Arlington National Cemetery.

There will be a reception at the Fort Myer Officers’ Club following the burial.  His widow, Barbara, would appreciate you sending her an RSVP email if you will or may be attending so that she can let the officers club know how many may be at the reception.  Her email address is - bbneiger@mac.com.

Condolences may be sent to Barbara at 3115 Town Square Drive #201, Rolling Meadows, IL  60008.

In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory may be made to Illinois Veterans Home Manteno, 1 Veterans Drive, Manteno, Illinois 60950 — you may specify “Activities Department” which will help the many volunteers there to enrich the lives of the residents with activities, parties, entertainment, etc., or you can specify Prince Home which houses and does outreach to Illinois homeless veterans.

Well done, John. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to John's Last Roll Call Tribute.

David L. Miller, Jr.
"Dave" 

Company L-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must inform you of the death of our classmate, Dave Miller, on 23 January 2021, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC.

Dave is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughter, Debbie and her husband, Paul Gradian; sons, David III and Daniel and his wife, Kristin; and grandchildren, Rachel and husband Pat, Emma and husband Sam, Clarke, and Drew Miller.

Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Lafayette Memorial Park, 2301 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC  28301 .

Condolences may be sent to Dorothy at 343 Colinwood Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303-5161.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Dave’s memory may be sent to the United Service Organization, PO Box 96860, Washington, DC 20077 or Haymount United Methodist Church, 1700 Ft. Bragg Road, Fayetteville, NC  28303.

Click here to go to Dave's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Class Committee 23 January 2021 Meeting Minutes Now Available

Class Committee Meeting 23 January 2021 Minutes

Class of 61 Mississippi River Cruise 3-10 Oct 2021 Being Offered

Robert M. Dunning
"Bob"

Company L-2

Place of Death:The Villages, FL

Interment:Scattered in Maui, Hawaii

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bob Dunning, on 27 January 2021 in The Villages, FL, as a result of ischemic heart disease caused by exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam.

Bob is survived by his wife, Carol; daughter, Dana Lee Troemel, and husband, Jeff; son, Jon, and wife, Susan; granddaughter, Kaitlin Lagalante, and husband, Nick; daughter-in-law, Barbara Dunning; and his brother, James. Bob was predeceased by their oldest child, Robert M. Dunning, Jr.

Bob’s ashes will be scattered in Maui, Hawaii in September. Maui was home to Bob and Carol for 15 years.

Condolences may be sent to Carol at 715 Hernandez Drive, The Villages, FL 32159.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Bob's memory be made to the Rotary Club of The Villages Noon, 1060 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages, FL 32162.

Well done, Bobl. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bobl's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Orlando Mini-Reunion Rescheduled to 13-18 May 2021

I (Gary Hyde) imagine that several of you that were previously not planning to join us for the 2021 Orlando Mini may change your mind since the 60^th was cancelled. I need to change hotels for the Mini to handle the added numbers and need to get a head count estimate as soon as possible. If you have not already registered and think you might attend, I ask that you complete your registration as soon as you can. Maybe’s are OK – you can always change your mind later. Read on and use the link to register.

Several Classmates have observed that since the 60^th Reunion at West Point has been cancelled we could now rescheduel the Orlando Mini-Reunion to May to allow more time for us to get our vaccinations to begin to take hold. The Mini is now scheduled for the same days in May that the Reunion had been scheduled.For those of you that already registered, We will change your arrival and departure day to the corresponding date in May for the day of the week you entered. If you made a hotel reservation for the March dates, you should cancel that reservation.  S

Check the latest updates as of 30 April 2021

Bruce B. Halstead

Company K-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bruce Halstead, on 21 November 2020 in Frontenac, MN from ailments associated with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Joanne; their son, John (USMA ’86) and his wife Melanie; their daughter, Kathryn; their son, William and his wife Nancy; their son, Robert and his wife Sara; and thirteen grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 11 am, Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Saint Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church, 419 W Lyon Avenue, Lake City, MN 55041.

Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a date and time to be determined.

Condolences may be sent to Joanne at 28790 Wood Avenue, Frontenac, MN 55026-1023.

In lieu of flowers, donation in Bruce’s memory may be sent to Disabled American Veterans Department of Minnesota, State Veterans Service Building, Floor 3, 20 West 12 Street, St. Paul, MN 55155 or the Mayo Clinic - Department of Development, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905 (designate the gift to Alzheimer’s Disease Research).

Well done, Bruce. Be thou at peace.

Nicholas S. Plodinec III
"Nick"

Company H-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Nick Plodinec, on November 17, 2020 in Beaver, PA.

Nick is survived by his brother, Ronald. He was predeceased by his wife, Doris Ann (Cookie), and their son, Nicholas IV, who passed away early in life.

Due to health concerns surrounding COVID-19, a limited viewing will be held Monday, November 23, 2020, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tatalovich Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Center Township, 3475 Brodhead Road, Monaca, PA 15061, where a private blessing service will take place on Tuesday with Fr. Michael Polosky officiating. Interment will follow in Beaver Cemetery, Beaver, PA.

Well done,Nick Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Nick's Last Roll Call Tribute.

John Grisoni '61 Paintings of West Point Available for Viewing

At the risk of bragging at this stage of his life, John just had his prints of West Point original oil paintings accepted at the DUSA (Daughters of the US Army) gift shops and on-line store. There is one in the West Point museum.

Many of John's original WP landmark paintings are in the hands of Classmates, Grads, and friends of WP.

You can see them at this llink.  John don’t expect you to buy them, he is just excited that there are still great adventures left in his life, and he wants to share this with us.  https://sho

Nikolajs R. Muiznieks
"Nick"

Company L-2

28 Sep 1936- 14 Nov 2019

Place of Death: Clarksville, TN.

Interment: Greenwood Cemetery, Clarksville, TN.

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you I just learned our Classmate, Nick Muiznieks, passed away on November 14, 2019, in Clarksville, TN.

Nick is survived by three sons, Rob and his wife, Jenny; David and his wife, Amy; and Mark and his wife, Clair; and nine grandchildren, Luke, Emma, Mitch, Ella, Mia, Drew, Matthew, Samuel, and Ava. Nick was predeceased by his wife, Margaret.

Nick was buried in Greenwood Cemetery, Clarksville, TN.

Condolences may be sent to Rob at 2530 Everwood Court Clarksville, TN 37043.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nick's memory may be made to World Christian Broadcasting, 605 Bradley Court, Franklin, TN 37067.

Well done, Nick. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Nick's Last Roll Call Tribute.

John R. MacLean, Jr

Company D-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, John MacLean, on 8 Nov 2020 in Fort Worth, TX as a result of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), similar to Parkinson’s Disease

John is survived by his wife, Carol Jean; their daughter, Leslie; their son, Scott, and his wife Pepper; and grandsons, Turner and Mack.

In light of Covid-19, the family will hold a private graveside service at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in Grand Prairie officiated by Dr. Keith Whitworth, of Cleburne, Texas.

Condolences may be sent to Carol Jean at 1600 Texas Street, # 31802, Fort Worth, TX 76102-3697.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD  21741-5014; the North Texas Food Bank, 3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075 ; or the Pastor’s Emergency Fund, First United Methodist Church of Cleburne, Texas, PO Box 114, Cleburne, TX  76033.

Well done John, Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to John's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Daniel G. Barney
"Dan"

Company K-1

24 Jun 1939- 30 Oct 2020

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmates, Dan Barney, on 30 October 2020 in Geisinger Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill, PA.

Dan is survived by his wife, Pam; their son, Scott; their daughter, Elizabeth; and grandchildren, Alexandra, Casandra, and Azaria.

Condolences may be sent to Pam at 3 Pointe Place, Carlisle, PA 17013-2720.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Dan's memory may be sent to St. John's Episcopal Church, 1A N. Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013.

Burial will be at West Point Cemetery on a date and time to be announced.

Well done, Dan. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Dan's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Eggleston ’61 Publishes “The Colorado War 1864-1865”

Mike Eggleston '61 has published a new book entitled The Colorado War 1864-1865. This book tells the history of the war that occurred in Colorado Territory during the Civil War. The major conflict involved the fight between Native Americans and Colorado volunteer regiments in 1865. Others were involved including Confederate regiments and outlaws. This book interrelates activities in the Great Plains with politics in Washington, army headquarters in the field, settlers on the Frontier and the Native Americans. It shows how other Indian wars influenced the war in Colorado and how the war spread to other states and territories. Where ever possible, the conflicts are explained in the words of the participants captured in letters, diaries and newspaper articles. Nearly a hundred maps and photos are included to describe the actions. This history shows the impact of the many treaties signed: how they were violated and the result of the treaties on the way of life of the whites and Native Americans. The focus of this book is on the military campaigns and battles fought in or near Colorado how they destroyed the Native American way of life. Famous battles such as the Sand Creek Massacre and Wounded Knee are covered, but lesser known campaigns such as Red Cloud's War are also included, since these had a major effect on treaties and on the people involved. The Native American wars ended much as they had started with mistakes, confusion and the tragedy of Wounded Knee.

Frank J. Habic III

Company G-1

24 Apr 1939- 2 Oct 2020

Place of Death: Osprey, FL

Interred: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify of the death of our Classmate, Frank Habic, on October 2, 2020 in Osprey, FL.

Frank is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joan; their sons Frank, Michael, Peter and his wife Valerie, and Matthew; and grandchildren Michael, Jacey, Juan Pablo, Allison, Maria, Sarina, and Johnathon.

Frank was cremated and will be interred together with Joan in the future.

Condolences may be sent Frank's son Peter at 708 Sequoia Trail, Patrick Air Force Base, FL 32925.

In lieu of flowers or donations, Frank and Joan would like you in good cheer to fill your glasses and drink to reminiscences of Classmates and to the Corps, and the Corps, and the Corps.

Well done, Frank. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Frank's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Willard S. Belknap
"Bill"

Company G-2

18 Mar 1939- 17 Jul 2020

Place of Death: Moscow, ID

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Bill Belknap, on 17 July 2020, in Moscow, ID, as a result of kidney disease. 

Bill is survived by his wife, Donna; their daughter, Kim, and son, Bill; four grandchildren; and one great grandchild. 

Funeral plans are pending. 

Condolences may be sent to Donna at 840 Conestoga Drive, Moscow, ID  83843. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory may be sent to the University of Idaho, Bill Belknap Scholarship Fund, 875 Perimeter Drive, MS 3151, Moscow, ID  83844-3151. 

Well done, Bill. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bill's Last Roll Call Tribute.

David A. Hastings
"Dave"

Company F-2

7 Sep 1938- 19 Jun 2020

Place of Death: Colorado Springs, CO

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Dave Hastings, on June 19, 2020, in Colorado Springs, CO. 

Dave is survived by his wife, Cynthia; their sons, Scott and Peter; and five grandchildren. 

Funeral plans are pending. 

Condolences may be sent to Cynthia at 16617 Curled Oak Drive, Monument, CO 80132-8655. 

Well done, Dave. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Dave's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Updated Orlando 13-18 May 2021 Mini-Reunion Information

Check the latest updates as of 30 April 2021.

Louis C. Berra, Jr.
"Lou"

Company D-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must inform you of the death of our Classmate, Lou Berra, on March 5, 2020, in Lake City, FL,  after a long illness. 

Lou is survived by his wife, Joyce, and two granddaughters. He was predeceased by their son, Louis III. 

Funeral plans are pending. 

Condolences may be sent to Joyce at 2351 Elmwood Lane, PO Box 4354, Dowling Park, FL 32064-1540.  

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Lou’s memory may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.

Well done, Lou Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Lou's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Donald C. Anselm
"Don"

Company D-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must inform you of the death of our Classmate, Don Anselm, on 20 May 2020 in Huntsville, AL, after a long health battle.

Don is survived by his wife, Judy; daughters, Jennifer English (William) and Deborah Youmans (Gregory); and grandchildren, Jeffrey and Mary English and Jonathan and Adam Youmans. 

A Memorial Service will be held when Don’s loved ones can travel and be together again. 

Condolences may be sent to Judy at 2733 Downing Street SE, Huntsville, AL 35801 .

Lee H. Sager, Jr.

Company M-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Lee Sager, on 16 April 2020 in Laughlin, NV. 

J.W. Chism
"JW"

Company D-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, JW Chism, on 31 March 2020 in North Wildwood, NJ. 

JW is survived by his children, Melissa and her husband Christian, JW and his wife Catherine, and Patrick and his wife Christine; and his grandson, CJ.  He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Lou. 

JW was buried at the Cape May County Veterans Cemetery, Cape May Court House, NJ. 

A memorial service will be held at a date to be announced. 

Condolences may be sent to the The Chism Family, 315 Valley View Dr N, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417. 

Donations in JW's memory may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011. 

Well done, JW. Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to JW's Last Roll Call Tribute.

John K. Solomon

Company G-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, John Solomon, on March 30, 2020, in Fredericksburg, VA, after a long, valiant battle with Parkinson’s disease.

John is survived by his wife, Mary Jane; their daughter, Mary Anne (Molly) and her husband Geoff Russell; their son, Christopher; their daughter, Mary Katherine (Katy) and her husband, Spencer Jones; and their grandchildren, Campbell Jones, Hayden Jones, and triplets,  Jonathon, Alexandra, and Madeleine Russell.
 

John Solomon's funeral mass will be at 11 AM, Tuesday, 28 July at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9149 Elys Ford Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22407. Attendance at the church is limited to 100 people. Face masks are recommended.  St. Patrick's will video the funeral mass. I will provide the link when available. Mary Jane will host an outdoor reception at her home, 10907 Cedar Creek Drive, Spotsylvania, VA   22551-4687, following the mass. Please let me know by reply e-mail if you plan to attend.  

Mike Eggleston Publishes "The Sioux Wars, 1854-1891"
3/24/2020

William A. Weis
"Bill"

Company E-2

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must inform you of the death of our Classmate, Bill Weis, on March 2, 2020, in San Antonio, TX. 

Bill is survived by his wife, Carolyn; daughter, Laura Ihonvbere and her husband Daniel; sons, William and his wife Carol and David and his wife Ruth; step daughter, Debra Chernosky and her husband Marvin; step son, Doug Jordan and his wife Linda; and nine grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at Porter Loring Mortuary North Stateroom , 2102 North Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, TX 78232.  Due to the Declaration on March 16, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., by City, County, and State officials barring gatherings larger than 50 people, all funeral services will remain private for the foreseeable future

Glynn C. Mallory, Jr.

Company K-1

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Glynn Mallory, on February 20, 2020, in San Antonio, TX as a result of acute myeloid leukemia due to myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). 

Glynn is survived by his wife, Linda; their daughter, Margaret Mallory-Lorente; their son, Glynn III; their daughter, Amber Kistler and her husband, Charles Kistler; and their grandchildren, Frankie Lorente, Tony Lorente, Isabella Lorente, Mallory Kistler, Annabelle Kistler, and Charlotte Kistler. 

Visitation will be on Monday, March 2, 2020 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Porter Loring Funeral Home, 2102 N. SH 1604 Loop, E Frontage Road, San Antonio, TX 78232. 

A Celebration of Life service will be on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church, 825 E. Basse Road, San Antonio, TX, 78209. A reception at the church will follow. Attendees will be welcome to share memories. 

Funeral services for Glynn are scheduled at 1 PM, 23 July 2020, at the Old Post Chapel, Fort Myer, VA. Burial will follow in Arlington National Cemetery. A reception following the burial is currently planned at the Fort Myer Officers Club.  

Go to Glynn's Last Roll Call Tributre for latest funeral details.

However, severe restrictions are currently in place for attending funerals at Arlington National Cemetery -- see  https://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Funerals ,
In addition, the Fort Myer Officers Club is currently closed.

Condolences may be sent to Linda and her family at 19221 Heather Forest, San Antonio, TX 78258-3820.  

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes you consider donating blood to your local blood bank as this is what sustained his life so he could have more time with his family. Your donation will help so many others who are currently undergoing treatment. 

The Class of 2020 Graduation Broadcast Made Possible

The Class of 2020 graduation ceremony took place on the Plain at West Point on 13 June 2020.

James F. X. Looram
"Jim"

Company D-1

24 Jan 1940 - 4 Jan 2020

Place of Death: New York, NY

Interment: West Point Cemetery

Carl T. Hansen

Company F-2

4 Oct 1938 - 29 Dec 2019

Place of Death: Inverness, FL

Interment: Florida National Cemetery

19 December 2019 Lunch in Atlanta Opportunity for Enjoyable Lunch

Cerasoli’s stopped by for lunch in Atlanta, December 19. Got a few of us together. Ist bride on the left is LewAnn Cerasoli, going around the table to left is Jo Sawtelle, Judi Butterworth, Larry Butterworth, Viviane Battle, Bren Battle, Don Sawtelle, Hank Rennagel, Buck Shaffer, Roger Cerasoli, Frank Egan, John Cornelson, Grace Webster and Gary Webster.

Melbourne R. Russell
"Reid"

Company E-2

1 Oct 1938 - 23 Nov 2019

Place of Death: Hurricane, UT

Interment: TBD

John Grisoni and Larry Stoneham Are Still Hot Shots Who Can Relax

Here’s a picture of two old guys, John Grisoni and Larry Stoneham, relaxing after a day of shooting sporting clays at the Orvis Shooting Grounds in Millbrook, NY 27 November 2019. 

Jim Scott Inducted Into Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame

Jim Scott with eight of his Classmates who attended the dinner and ceremony in which he was inducted into the Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame.  (left to right:  Corkie Rittgers, Gary Hyde, Bill Tobin, Gene Witherspoon, Jim Scott, Buck Shaffer, Don Sawtelle, Gary Webster and Bren Battle.)

Walter S. Dillard
"Scott"

Company F-1

27 Apr 1939- 27 Sep 2019

Place of Death: Winchester, VA.

Interment: West Point Cemetery

Joseph B. Amlong
"Joe"

Company K-2

17 Dec 1936 - 1 Jul 2019

Place of Death: Vero Beach, FL

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

The annual Orlando Mini-Reunion is on!!!

THUR 23 - TUE 28 January 2020

Join us for a fun time in Orlando in January 2020

DETAILS ARE HERE...
as of 1/02/2020

Do not miss a chance to visit with old friends.
Here are many of the folks attending as of 1/02/2020

George and Michele Kopcsak Plan the Pig Roast on 5 October 2019

James A. Goldstine
"Jim"

Company I-2

22 Jun 1939 - 18 May 2019

Place of Death: Evergreen, CO

Inurned: West Point Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jim Goldstine, on 18 May 2019, in Evergreen, CO

Jim is survived by his daughters Gigi Worley and her husband Tom and Krista Goldstine-Cole and her husband, Bill; seven grand-
children; and three great grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his wife, Lyn. 

Family and friends are invited to gather and share memories on Friday, June 14, 2019, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Tuscany Tavern, 32214 Ellingwood Trail, No. 110, Evergreen, CO  80439. 

The funeral for Jim and Lyn Goldstine will be at 10 AM, 11 October, at the West Point Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to Krista Goldstine-Cole, 395 Broadway, R3E, Cambridge, MA  02139. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc., 371 East Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787-2976 or Donor Alliance, Inc., 200 Spruce Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO  80230.

Nicholson '61 Elected Vice-Chair of West Point Board of Visitors

Jim Nicholson has been elected Vice-Chair of the Board of Visitors of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

John B. Shroyer "Bruce"

Company H-2

8 Feb 1939 - 18 Apr 2019

Place of Death: Manhasset, NY

Interment: Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, NY

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate and Class Vice-President, Bruce Shroyer, on April 18, 2019, in Manhasset, NY, after being hospitalized for treatment for pneumonia that was complicated by diabetes and the residual effects of a stroke he suffered in June 2018. 

Bruce is survived by his wife, Pat; son, Kenneth and his wife Doreen; daughter, Kimberly Day and her husband Michael; and grandchildren, Christopher Shroyer, Michaela Day, and Mackenzie Day. 

Visitation will be on Thursday, April 25, 2019, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Fairchild Funeral Chapel, 1570 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, NY  11030. 

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 26, 2019, at 10:30 am at St. Peter of Alcantara Church, 1327 Port Washington Boulevard, Port Washington, NY  11050. 

Interment will be on Friday, April 26, 2019 at 12:15 pm at Holy Rood Cemetery, 111 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY  11590. 

Condolences may be sent to Pat at 306 Aerie Court, Manhasset, NY  11030-4053. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York, 500 Fifth Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY  10110 or online at https://metrony.wish.org.

'61 Golfing Grads 2019 at the World Golf Village, St. Augustine, FL

In April, 32 members of our class including sons, wives and in one case grandson participated in the 35th Golfing Grads of USMA at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, FL. We were joined by Phil Sykes daughter, Stephanie Campbell USMA 88 and husband Dave. As the senior class we managed to finish fourth among 12 classes. However, we were first in camaraderie and fun. The first day’s golf was played in a driving rain storm, but our class finished all 18 holes proving that old Rangers do lead the way. We look forward to next year’s outing.

Jim Nicholson ’61 Appointed to West Point Board of Visitors

R. James “Jim” Nicholson ’61 has been appointed by President Trump to the West Point Board of Visitors (BOV). The mission of the BOV is to inquire and advise the President as to the morale, discipline, academic standing, and general state of excellence of USMA and the Corps of Cadets. Nicholson, himself a Distinguished Graduate of West Point and a retired Army colonel, said, “Going to West Point and serving in the Army changed my life. I am very grateful to play a role in the development of our future generations of military leaders by serving on the Board of Visitors of my beloved Alma Mater.”

Sept 2019 River Cruise Viking Elegant Elbe River Cruise Berlin to Prague Plus Optional Extention to Warsaw & Krakow

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Donald M. Lionetti
"Don"

Company K-2

6 Mar 1940 - 6 Mar 2019

Place of Death: Tampa, FL

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

"Red Dog" Alan Armstrong Writes Novel About Last Days in Cambodia

This novel is based on fact.  It is told by an actively involved participant who has never been able to get the tragedy inflicted on the Cambodian people far from his mind.  It is fast-moving and hard-hitting. It is a very good read that challenges the reader to confront the past and contemplate the future.

West Point’s first 6^th generation graduate, French speaking Alan Armstrong, was one of three members of America’s armed forces to serve the longest in the Khmer Republic. When he wasn’t on battlefields with doomed soldiers, or meeting with his friend, Brigadier General Lon Non, brother of Cambodia’s president, Marshal Lon Nol, he was either at the Khmer high command’s Centre opérationnel or at the American Embassy, watching the country disintegrate.

Alan and two others were the last staff members to exit the American Embassy on the day that the United State pulled out of Cambodia.  He flew out on the last evacuee helicopter shoulder to shoulder with the American Ambassador, John Gunther Dean.

Lawrence E. Welsh
"Larry"

Company C-1

11 May 1939 - 6 Feb 2019

Place of Death: Charlotte, NC

Inurrment: West Point

The purpose of this initial survey is to begin the process for collecting your preferences for the 60th Reunion.  We need to know now whether you plan to attend. 

Based on the surveys and feedback for the 55th we are sure about many of your preferences.  Returning to West Point versus some other city was the clear preference and Graduation Week was the preferred time to come to West Point for the reunion.   So we will plan on those. 

Please click here to go to the survey.

27 November 2018 Class Committee Meeting Minutes Available

Dick Clarke's Son Confirmed for Fourth Star and Comdr USSOCOM

Alan H. Lubke
"Al"

Company D-1

29 Oct 1939 - 7 Dec2018

Place of Death: Daly City, CA

Interment: Sacramento Valley National Cemetery,  Dixon, CA

Charles T. Randolph, Jr. "Chuck"

Company I-2

31 Jul 1938 - 29 Nov 2018

Place of Death: Newport Beach, CA

Kenneth L. Quinn
"Ken"

Company G-2

7 Dec 1937 - 2 Dec2018

Place of Death: Louisville, KY

Interment: Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central, Radcliff, KY

Jim Nicholson Receives the Hiring Our Heroes Presidential Award

8th Annual Lee Anderson Hiring Our Heroes Awards Gala, presented by USAA, on November 14, 2018 presented the Hiring Our Heroes Presidential Award to the Honorable R. Jim Nicholson for a lifetime of commitment and service to veterans and military families. A graduate of the United States Military Academy, Nicholson's reputation of caring for those in need spans decades public and private service dedicated to our country as well as our service members and their families.

The Lifetime Achievement Award is in recognition of Nicholson's sustained support of our nation's veterans and military families. As U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See, and significantly, as secretary of Veterans Affairs, both in the George W. Bush administration, Nicholson has always been keenly aware of the hardships and sacrifices made by America's service members and their families and is committed to helping them.

The Hiring Our Heroes program, which he co-founded, facilitates the hiring of veterans and military spouses by private industry. The program has helped more than 30,000 veterans and military spouses find jobs.

"The best thing the private sector can do for veterans is to hire them," said Nicholson. "There is nothing more fulfilling than being able to take care of yourself and your family. And, it's a great opportunity for employers: young veterans are all volunteers who are self-disciplined, mission-focused, have an excellent esprit de corps, and offer many valuable tangible and intangible skills."

"I'm proud to be a part of this effort," he noted.

Thomas J. Moore
"Tom"

Company C-1

4 Jul 1938 - 28 Sep 2018

Place of Death: Flower Mound, TX

Inurment: West Point Cemetery, West Point, NY

Harold M. Hannon
"Ron"

Company I-2

29 Nov 1938 - 21 Sep 2018

Place of Death: Cocoa Beach, FL

Interment: West Point Cemetery, West Point, NY

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Ron Hannon, on September 21, 2018, in Cocoa Beach, FL

Ron was predeceased by his wife, Neuzy. He is survived by sons Mark and Michael; Mark's wife, Michelle; three grandchildren, Peyton, Brooke, Christian; and one great grandson, Ezekiel (Zeke)

Charles T. Westpheling "Chuck"

Company I-2

24 Sep 1938 - 15 Sep 2018

Place of Death: Grand-Leez, Belgium

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Chuck Westpheling, on Sep 15, 2018, in Grand-Leez, Belgium. 

Chuck is survived by his wife, Patricia; his children, Charles, Eric, Deborah, and Edward; and 7 grandchildren. 

The funeral for Chuck Westpheling will be at the West Point Cemetery on 26 June 2019 at 10:00 AM.  Services will be in the Committal Area, Section 11.

Condolences may be sent to Patricia at Rue Taille-Antoine 6, 5031 Grand-Leez, Belgium.

John R. Nevins "Jack"

Company C-2

16 Oct 1938 - 4 Aug 2018

Place of Death: Riverside. CA

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jack Nevins, on August 4, 2018, in Riverside, CA.

Jack is survived by daughters, Suzanne and Elizabeth; nine grandchildren; and his brother, Bruce (USMA '60).  He was predeceased by his wife, Barbara.

No services are scheduled at this time.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

The annual Orlando Mini-Reunion is on!!!

THUR 24 - TUE 28 January 2019

We have a great venue for informal get-togethers with max time to visit with old friends

·      Best hotel for casual social activities we have had anywhere

·      Hospitality room available 24 hours with all you care to eat or drink

·      Three lakeside, sunset cocktail hours and dinner

·      Loads of things to do in the local area

·      If you want to golf - excellent courses,

Join us for a fun time in Orlando in January 2019

DETAILS ARE HERE...

Peter D. Burgess
"Pete"

Company F-2

23 Oct 1939 - 12 Jul 2018

Place of Death: Leavenworth, KS

Interment: Leavenworth National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Pete Burgess, on July 12, 2018, in Leavenworth, KS, after a courageous three year battle with cancer.

Jack E. Dopler

Company G-1

2 Aug 1939 - 13 Jun 2018

Place of Death: Brandon, FL

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jack Dopler, on June 13, 2018, in Brandon, FL, after a courageous battle with chronic lymphocytic leukemia

Army Breaks Ground for Anderson Athletic Center

27 Sep - 9 Oct 2018 Mini Reunion Cruise Jewels of Spain, Portugal & the Douro River

William I. Parks, Jr.
"Bill"

Company I-2

10 Mar 1938 - 31 Mar 2018

Place of Death: Lake Ridge, VA

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bill Parks, on March 31, 2018, in Lake Ridge, VA, of complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

Class Committee 26 February 2018 Meeting Minutes Now Available

Peter Gleichenhaus Presented Distinguished Leadership Award

Holland B. Coulter
"Dutch"

Company D-2

10 Jan 1938 - 2 Feb 2018

Place of Death: Hendersonville, NC

Inurnment: West Point Cemetery, West Point, NY

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Dutch Coulter, on February 2, 2018, in Hendersonville, NC.

James D. Strachan "Jim"

Company D-2

12 Feb 1940 - 24 Dec 2017

Place of Death: Webster, TX

Interment: Houston National Cemetery, Houston, TX

Donn G. Miller

Company H-1

9 Aug 1939 - 24 Dec 2017

Place of Death: Wayne, PA

Interment: West Point Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Donn Miller, on December 24, 2017, after a courageous battle with leukemia.

George Fox

Company M-1

6 May 1939 - 12 Dec 2017

Place of Death: Princeton, NJ

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, George Fox, on 12 December in Princeton, NJ, as a result of metastatic melanoma.

David H. Mace, Sr.
"Dave"

Company L-1

18 Jan 1937 - 15 Nov 2017

Place of Death: Panama City, FL.

Inurned: West Point Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Dave Mace, on 15 November, in Panama City, FL.

Joe K. Clema
"Joe"

Company A-2

23 Sep 1938 - 27 Oct 2017

Place of Death: Villages, FL

Interment: Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL

William R. Griffiths "Bill"

Company B-1

7 May 1939 - 10 Oct 2017

Place of Death: Tierra Verde, FL

Interment: National Cemetery in Pinellas County, FL

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bill Griffiths, on 10 October in Tierra Verde, FL, as a result of an apparent heart attack.

Bill is survived by his wife, Pat; their son, Rich; their daughters, Leigh Major (Ted) and Suzi Huntsman (Eric); and grandson, Patrick William Huntsman.

James B. Royce "Jim"

Company F-2

2 Oct 1938 - 2 Oct 2017

Place of Death: Walla Walla, WA

Inurment: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Walla Walla, WA

Classmates Gather for Army-Tulane Game
23 Sep 2017 in New Orleans, LA

Richard E. McNear "Dick"

Company E-1

23 Nov 1937 - 8 Sep 2017

Place of Death: Washington, VA

Interment: Greenwood Farm Cemetery, Washington, VA

30th Annual Golfing Grads of USMA April 30 - May 2, 2018

61 Orlando Mini !!!!!!!! 

25-29 Jan 2018 

We are gearing up for a fun time in Orlando in Jan 2018 

Read details as of 2 Jan 2018 here

Class Committee 12 August 2017 Meeting Minutes Now Available

Class Committee Meeting 12 August 2017 Minutes

Colors of Canada Cruise 30 Sep - 10 Oct 2017  on MS Zuiderdam Update #5 Available Now

Group Enjoying June 2017 Cruise to Norway

A few of us are on a Viking Ocean cruise up along the coast of Norway, across the Arctic Ocean to the Shetlands, Orkneys, Edinburgh, and London.

Here we are in Molde, Norway. Lots of scenery.

We have Mike & Chan Eiland, Terry & Jeanne Kirkpatrick, Gene Witherspoon, John & Teri Grisoni in our '61 group.

This was a Viking Ocean cruise from Bergen, Norway to London. We departed Bergen on 25 June to sail up along the coast of Norway visiting some of the great fjords and towns. Right now we crossed the Arctic Circle as we head up to the northernmost part of Norway. Then we will head for the U.K. and visit the Shetlands, the Orkneys, Edinburgh , and then finish in London. Today, Mike Eiland, Gene Witherspoon, and I paid homage to King Neptune for permission to cross over the Arctic Circle. It entailed diving into icy water, kissing the Royal Salmon, downing an aquavit, an having our noses painted blue. You have to do what you have to do. 

Gene Witherspoon, Mike Eiland, John Grisoni, Terry Kirkpatrick toast The Corps on the 60th anniversary of the arrival of the Class of 1961 to West Point.

Photo taken on the "Viking Sea" as it cruised the Norwegian Sea.

Dean S. Fraizer

Company G-1

12 Apr 1939 - 24 May 2017

Place of Death: Mililani, HI

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that I forward the messages below about the death of our Classmate, Dean Frazier, on 24 May 2017.

Mike Eggleston ’61 Releases Newest Book "One Man’s Traitor is Another’s Patriot"

Mike Eggleston releases One Man's Traitor is Another's Patriot.

This history tells the story of George Washington and Robert Rogers and the conflict between the two. Robert Rogers is considered by many to be the father of the U. S. Army Special Forces and Rangers. Rogers’ Saint Francis Raid in 1759 against the Abenaki tribe of Native Americans in what is now Canada was one of the major events of that war. The raid is described in detail. This book provides a large level of detail and reveals a vast number of contemporary documents that are frequently quoted. During the War of Independence, he and Washington clashed and Washington thought he was a British spy. In the battles that followed the Declaration of Independence Rogers ‘activities were of continuing concern to Washington. Robert Rogers was a puzzle to his contemporaries and to those who study his life today. This book describes Rogers’ life and motivations.

Larry F. Smalley

Company L-2

4 Sep 1939 - 28 Apr 2017

Place of Death: Houston, TX

Body to the University of Texas Medical School. 

Darryl E. Hersant

Company F-1

26 Jun 1938 - 26 Apr 2017

Place of Death: Springfield, MA

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Darryl Hersant, on 26 April 2017 in Springfield, MA, of ALS. 

Benjamin L. Willis
"Ben"

Company A-2

12 Jun 1938 - 9 Apr 2017

Place of Death: Atlanta, GA

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Ben Willis, on April 9, 2017, in Atlanta, GA after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

Army Names Al Vanderbush '61 Honorary Coach Football Spring Game

Benjamin R. Wilkerson, Jr.
"Rusty"

Company E-2  USMA Class of 1962 (Formerly USMA Class of 1961)

9 Sep 1937 - 30 Mar 2017

Place of Death: Kingsport, TN

Inurned: West Point’s Columbarium

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Rusty Wilkerson, on March 30, 2017, in Kingsport, TN, after a valiant battle to defeat brain cancer.

Edward B. Mucho
"Burke"

Company L-2

21 Mar 1939 - 27 Mar 2017

Place of Death: Los Angeles, CA

Interment: Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Burke Mucho, on March 27, 2017, in Los Angeles, CA, after a valiant two-week battle to defeat a dangerous MRSA staph bacterial infection.

Classmates who attended the service: Barry; Campbell (with Judy); Dunning (with Carol); Eiland (with son, Jono); Grannemann (with Jan);  Hokins; Hyde (pallbearer and Words of Remembrance); Lenhart; McCann (pallbearer); Nevins; Urette;  Marty Sommercamp, John's widow, also attended.

James H. Irish III
"Jim"

Company B-1

3 Oct 1936 - 23 Mar 2017

Place of Death: Seattle, WA

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jim Irish, on March 23, 2017, in Seattle, WA, of heart failure.

George Kopcsak Travels 6,000 Miles for Veterans in 2016 Run for the Wall

Mike Eggleston's New Book Is Now Available

Edgar D. Smith
"Ed"

Company G-1

17 Jun 1938 - 8 Feb 2017

Place of Death: Evergreen, CO

Interment: West Point, NY

It is with great regret and sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Ed Smith, on February 8, 2017, in Evergreen, CO, after a valiant battle with cancer.

Francis L. Gibson
"Frank/Hoot/
Gibby"

Company B-1

1 Apr 1939 - 24 Jan 2017

Place of Death: Tustin, CA

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Frank, aka Hoot/Gibby, on January 24, 2016, in Tustin, CA suddenly after a massive heart attack.

Dan Conner
 

Company M-2

5 May 1938 - 26 Dec 2016

Place of Death: Portland, OR

Interment: Willamette National Cemetery, Portland. OR

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Dan Conner, on December 26, 2016, in Portland, OR, after a short, valiant battle against inoperable lung cancer.

Updated Second Charleston Mini-Reunion at Homewood Suites by Hilton, 19-24 Mar 2017

In response to popular demand.

In response to orders from Commander, Co. G-1, TFF joined some 26,000 other human beings to represent the very best company in USMA ‘61 in this year’s Army Ten-Miler.  Results shown here...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Unfortunately, the oldest geezer to complete the race was 80, thus relegating TFF to probably second oldest. (A younger 7.9 decader also completed the race.)

China Welcomes Four Members of the Class of 1961 During Two Week Uniworld Tour

Ralph W. Garens, Jr

Company B-2

23 May 1938 - 26 Oct 2011

Place of Death: La Crosse, WI

Interment: Pinelawn Memorial Park, Milwaukee, WI

It is with great regret and sorrow that we have confirmed the death of our classmate, Ralph Garens, on October 26, 2011, in La Crosse, WI. 

Ralph is survived by his wife, Helga. 

Ralph was buried in Pinelawn Memorial Park, Milwaukee, WI, on November 2, 2011. 

Condolences can be sent to Helga at 2062 River Road, Sparta, WI  54656-2386. 

Well done, Ralph.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Ralph's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Classmates Get Together for Visit at Army Residence Community in San Antonia, TX

Gary and Button came to San Antonio for a visit, Sept 28-30, 2016.  They stayed with Bob and Terry Cairns who, along with David and Mimi Brooks, Howard and Nancy DeWitt, and Phil and Sharon Mallory, live at the Army Residence Community (ARC).  The guys and gals from the class had a great time and the picture records the last evening’s dinner at one of the dining rooms in the ARC.  For all our traveling classmates, come see us in San Antonio.

Roy A. Haarman

Company H-2

6 Apr 1938 - 9 Sep 2016

Place of Death: Missoula, MT

Interment: Riverview Cemetery, Hamilton, MT

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Roy Haarman, on September 9, 2016, in Missoula, MT, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Francis G. Sisk
"Frank"

Company B-1

28 Oct 1935 - 14 Aug 2016

Place of Death: Mount Pleasant, SC

Interment: Blackshear Cemetery, Blackshear, GA

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Frank Sisk, on August 14, 2016, in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Andersons Continue Giving Back By Update to Arvin Annex and Endowing Men’s Basketball & Women’s Rugby Coaching

Army West Point Athletics has received another extraordinary commitment from Lee and Penny Anderson that will enhance the cadet-athlete experience in multiple sports and further advance the mission of the Academy. The Anderson’s contribution will catapult a transformation of the Arvin Annex that will house a new state-of-the-art weight room and locker room facilities for multiple athletic and club programs. In addition to this facility upgrade, the Andersons will endow the head men’s basketball and women’s rugby coaching positions.

First Day of August 1959 at Fort Campbell

Ronald B. Neutzling
"Ron"

Company C-1

5 Dec 1938 - 4 Jun 2016

Place of Death: San Antonio, TX

Interment: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery,  San Antonio, TX

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Ron Neutzling, on June 4, 2016, in San Antonio, TX, of an acute pulmonary condition.

Ron is survived by his wife, Kathryn; his daughter, Laura Neutzling and son-in-law, Daniel Eby; his son Daniel Neutzling and daughter-in-law Alecia Neutzling; grandson Gregory DiMario; grandsons Matthew Neutzling, Austin Neutzling, and Zachary Neutzling.  He was predeceased by his daughter, Karen Neutzling DiMario.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 4411 Moana Drive, San Antonio, TX  78218.  Interment will follow at 1:15 PM at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX  78209.

Condolences may be sent to Kathryn at 15826 Eagle Cliff Street, San Antonio, TX  78232-3425.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Ron’s memory be sent to The Journey Home Project, PO Box 1893, Mt. Juliet, TN  37121 or on-line at http://www.thejourneyhomeproject.org.  When making your donation, please indicate it is in honor of Ronald Neutzling.

Well done, Ron.  Be thou at peace.

>Click here to go to Ron's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Air Force Academy Selects USMA '61 Kenneth Siegenthaler Heiser Award Winner

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Kenneth Siegenthaler from the Department of Astronautics and Col. Neal Rappaport from the Department of Economics and Geosciences won the Academy's 2010 Heiser Awards May 6.

This Year's Golfing Grads Good Time and Looking Forward to Next Year's Outing

What a great time! Beautiful weather, gorgeous golf courses, and especially being able to play from the more forward tees. Regardless of handicap, I think we all had fun playing golf. The Robert Trent Jones venues are hard to beat.  As always, the outing was more about camaraderie, war stories, and shared memorable moments while chasing the little white ball.  

Class Committee 16 November 2016 Meeting Minutes Now Available

Robert R. Protzman
"Bob"

Company A-2

29 Aug 1939 - 16 Mar 2016

Place of Death:  Ft. Worth, TX

Interment:  Greenwood Cemetery, Fort Worth, TX

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bob Protzman, on March 16, 2016, in Ft. Worth, TX, after a short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Founders Day Celebration - 11 March 2016 Well Attended by Class of 1961

Founders Day celebration  at Heritage Hunt Golf and Country Club, in Gainesville, Virginia was well attended by Class of 1961 as seen by photo provided by Dick Buckner.

Classmates L-R:  Dick Buckner, Jack Zimmerman, Todd Counts, Mike Eiland, Bob Glass, Pat Hillier, Bill Mackie, Cy Shearer, Gene Goodell, Joe Fishburne, George Kopcsak, Barnie Legge, John Solomon

Our ‘61 Guiding Lights L-R: Trish Buckner, Judy Kremer, Millie Counts, Chan Eiland, Dawn Glass, Jan Hillier, Okja Mackie, Nancy Shearer, Sharon Goodell, Ginna Fishburne, Michele Kopcsak, Denise Legge, Mary Jane Solomon 

John A. Heintges

Company K-2

28 Sep 1938 - 28 Feb 2016

Place of Death: Carrollton, TX

Interment: Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, TX

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must inform you of the death of our Classmate, John Heintges, on February 28, 2016, in Carrollton, TX, after a long and courageous battle with diabetes. 

Charles P. Burns
"Charlie"

Company I-1

27 Jul 1938 - 25 Feb 2016

Place of Death: San Francisco, CA

Interment: Holy Cross Cemetery,  Colma, CA

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Charles Burns, on February 25, 2016 in San Francisco, CA, after a courageous battle with leukemia. 

Eggleston ’61 New Book Tells Story About 5th Marine Regiment in WWI Is Now Available

Walter G. Robertson
"Butch"

Company H-1

4 Mar 1938 - 16 Feb 2016

Place of Death: Leesburg. VA

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Butch Robertson, on February 16, 2016 in Leesburg, VA.

John F. Campbell

Company F-1

11 Oct 1938 - 7 Dec 2015

Place of Death: South Bend, IN

Entombment: Cedar Grove Cemetery, South Bend, IN

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, John Campbell, on December 7, 2015 in South Bend, IN.

Anthony B. Brown "Tony"
 

Company M-2

14 Aug 1938 - 18 Jan 2016

Place of Death: Casper, WY

Interment: TBA

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Verdana,sans-serif">Tony Brown on 18 Jan 16 in Casper, WY.

Frank L. Heikkila
"Larry"

Company C-2

18 Oct 1938 - 17 Jan 2016

Place of Death: Dewey, AZ

Cremated

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Larry Heikkila, on January 17, 2016, in Dewey, AZ, after a courageous five-year battle with brain melanoma. 

Larry is survived by wife, Margo; son, Erik and his wife, Brooke, of St. Thomas, VI, their son, Banyan, and daughter, Irie; and son Kyle and his wife, Arashan, of Salt Lake City, UT, and their sons, Reef and Talon. 

Ron Beckett's Book Jack of All Trades  Published with Release of 1 February 2016

As you may know, our esteemed Classmate Ron Beckett left a manuscript about his experience as a District Senior Advisor in Vietnam, 1969-70.  Ron died in May 2000, and his book "A Jack of All Trades" will finally be published by Stackpole Books with a release date of 1 February 2016. 

Donations Requested to Name Defenders Lodge Room in Honor of Class of 1961

Robert M. Gants
"Bob"

Company K-2

19 Aug 1937 - 28 Nov 2015

Place of Death: Alexandria, VA

Inurnment: West Point, NY

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Bob Gants, on November 28, 2015, in Alexandria, VA. 

The Amsterdam-Basel cruise was a great success and our special tour of Arnhem battle field excellent. 

Classmates involved were:  Chuck Armstrong, Larry Budge, Ben Covington, Burke Mucho, Don McGee, Jim Mathison, Bud Fritz, Gene Witherspoon, Jerry White, Jim Harmon, Mike Harpold, and Mike Eiland.

John P. Lawton

Company L-1

18 Jun 1937 - 3 Sep 2015

Place of Death: Vienna, VA

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, John Lawton, on September 3, 2015.

John is survived by his wife, Barbara, and his children: Andrew; Matthew, his wife, Tenley, and their children, Brady and Sienna; Kathleen; John Michael; and Mary and her husband, Trevor Smith.

Condolences may be sent to Barbara and the Lawton family at 10120 Westford Drive, Vienna, VA  22182.

Donations in memory of John may be sent to Capital Caring, Resource Development - Donor Services, 2900 Telestar Court, Falls Church, VA  22042 or online at the link in Mary's message.

John's daughter Mary has reported that a date at Arlington for her father's funeral will be June 14th at 8:45AM. The service will start promptly at 8:45AM at the Old Post Chapel on Fort Myer followed by the burial and then we would like to have everyone join us to celebrate the amazing man we all loved at the Officer's Club. More details once we connect with the Officers Club however we all know he loved bourbon so we hope you will join us and tell a few Nasty Jack, Maverick (or whatever you called him) stories! 

Well done, John.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to John's Last Roll Call Tribute.

27 Jan - 1 Feb 2016

This is about the January 2016 Mini in Orlando

We have a great venue for informal get-togethers with max time to visit with old friends

• Best hotel for casual social activities we have had anywhere

• Hospitality room available 24 hours with all you care to eat or drink

• Three lakeside, sunset cocktail hours and dinner

• If you want to golf, three excellent courses, fun games, at prices most folks find hard to believe - golf skills not required

John & Teri Grisoni visited Bill & Karen Nesbeitt at their new home on Whidbey Island in Puget Sound 3 August 15.  Bill knows everyone on the island. He should run for mayor.

Paul Palmer Takes Second In Senior National Games Doubles Racquetball

Paul Palmer '61 and his partner (Bob Marcinkowski, USMA Class 1960) came back to Florida with the Silver in doubles racquetball at the Senior National Games in Minneapolis.

So by his account that should put them at number 2 in the Nation in age 75+ to 79 at least for this week.

Grant B. Dalgleish
"Bruce"

Company A-1

17 Mar 1937 - 4 July 2015

Place of Death: Prescott Valley, AZ

Interment: TBA

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bruce Dalgleish, on July 4, 2015, in Prescott Valley, AZ. 

John L. Raible
"Jack"

Company H-1

29 Nov 1937 - 21 May 2015

Place of Death: Carson, NV

Interment: Lone Mountain Cemetery, Carson City, NV

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Jack Raible, on May 21, 2015, in Carson City, NV, as a result of a heart attack aggravated by treatment for leukemia in the last few years.

Jack is survived by his wife Linda Raible.

Jack was buried on 3 June in Lone Mountain Cemetery, Carson City, NV. 

Condolences may be sent to Linda at 4193 Louise Drive, Carson City, NV 89706-0606. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Jack’s memory be made to the Association of Graduates

Well done, Jack.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Jack's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Jay Olejniczak ’61 Publishes Book That Reveals How it is ‘To Be A Soldier’

From the point of view of a retired infantryman, author Julian M. Olejniczak, comes a debut publication that precisely shows the beauty and challenges of being part of the US armed forces. “To Be A Soldier” (published by Xlibris) is a selective military history of the United States focusing on the Revolutionary War and the contributions of West Point graduates to subsequent wars, with an emphasis on some of the lesser known persons and events of the past 250 years.

“To Be A Soldier” primarily highlights the history of the US Army, stressing the contributions of West Point — first as a fortress in the Revolutionary War, and then as America’s first military academy and engineering school that graduated officers who served in the Army, Air Corps, Air Force and even the Coast Guard, Marines and Navy during all of the nation’s subsequent wars.

By adding the names of the country’s unsung heroes in the last two centuries, this account has painted a vivid picture of what it really means “To Be A Soldier” during the time when less than one percent of the population is serving or has served their country in the armed forces. With this concise primer on American military history, Olejniczak is able to reinforce limited American knowledge and remind them of what made the country great — the valiant heroes of yesterday and today.

“This reminds us all that freedom requires unselfish sacrifice from all at a time when we have volunteer armed forces fighting in the place of average citizens,” the author says.

 “To Be A Soldier”
By Julian M. Olejniczak
Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 322 pages | ISBN 9781499078213
Softcover | 6 x 9in | 322 pages | ISBN 9781499078220
E-Book | 322 pages | ISBN 9781499078206
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

Clinton H. Coddington
"Bud"

Company F-1

8 Jul 1939 - 4 Jun 2015

Place of Death: Stanford, CA

Interment: Memorial Garden at Christ Episcopal Church, Portola Valley, CA

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Clinton (Bud) Coddington, on June 4, 2015, in Stanford, CA, as a result of congestive heart failure. 

Bud is survived by wife, Marty; son, Clinton and his wife, Kristen, with grandchildren, Grace, Claire, and  Clinton (Little Buddie); and daughter, Cathy and her husband, Tiki, with daughters Elena and Belen.  

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 12, 2015 at Christ Episcopal Church, 815 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA  94028.  A reception will follow at the church.  Interment will be in the Memorial Garden at the Church. 

Condolences may be sent to Marty at One Oliver Court, Menlo Park, CA  94025. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Bud’s memory be made to Christ Episcopal Church, or to your favorite charity.   

Well done, Bud.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bud's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Dennis M. Rooney
"Denny"

Company K-2

23 Jan 1939 - 6 Apr 2015

Place of Death: Frederick, MD

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Denny Rooney, on April 6, 2015, in Frederick, MD, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Denny is survived by wife, Judy; sons, Dennis, Jr. and Michael; daughter, Amy Junker; siblings Joann, Kathy, and Gary; 9 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren.

The family will receive family and friends from 6 to 8 PM on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Stauffer’s Funeral Home, 1621 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD  21702.  A Catholic Memorial Mass will be held at 9 AM on Friday, April 10, 2015 at St. Timothy’s Roman Catholic Church, 8651 Biggs Ford Road, Walkersville, MD  21793.  Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to Judy at 2231 Village Square Road, Frederick, MD  21701.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Denny’s memory be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105.

Well done, Denny.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Denny's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Shanghai to Beijing 12 Days Boutique River Cruise/Tour 14-28 Sep 2016 Next Available

We would love for you to join us on a cruise that we have just put a group booking on.  It is from Shanghai to Beijing in Sept of 2016.  For more details

Earl C. Horan, Jr.
"Earl"

Company M-2

23 Feb 1936 - 7 Mar 2015

Place of Death: Fayetteville, NC

Interment: Lafayette Memorial Park, Fayetteville, NC

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Earl Horan, on March 7, 2015, in Fayetteville, NC. 

Earl is survived by wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Eleanor Rivera; son, Earl Horan III; and grandchildren, Troy Horan, Earl Horan IV, Chandler Rivera, and Michael Rivera. 

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Rogers and Breece Funeral Home, 500 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301.  A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 1000 Andrews Road, Fayetteville, NC 28311.  Interment with full military honors will follow at Lafayette Memorial Park, 2301 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC  28301. 

Condolences may be sent to Elizabeth at 6229 Falkland Court, Fayetteville, NC  28311. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Earl’s memory be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS  66675.

Well done, Earl.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Earl's Last Roll Call Tribute.

16-18 April 2015  Golfing Grads of USMA  27th Annual Reunion & Golf Tournament at Grand National Golf Club

This year, the outing is 16-19 April at the Grand National Golf Course, part of the Robert Trent Jones Trail, near Opelika, AL.  The complex has two 18 holes championship courses and one challenging executive par 3 course. We stay at the Marriott hotel which is on the grounds of the complex and a short distance to the club house. It is an outstanding and convenient venue.

All who have participated in the past and those who are interested, but have yet to attend, are encouraged to sign up soonest. You don't want to run the risk of the Marriott running out of available rooms. Could happen.

For '61', Golfing Grads is all about fun and camaraderie. We encourage all to bring wives, sons, daughters, friends-whoever. Minimal skill in golf is all that is needed. Many wives only participate in the social events and do other things during the day.

We always play in class foursomes primarily so we can offer constructive criticism to our classmates along with war stories. Thursday is a scramble followed by a buffet dinner at the clubhouse and often followed by a guest speaker. Friday is the two man teams, probably on the executive course. That night is a class dinner at a local restaurant. Saturday is individual play within class foursomes. Saturday night is the awards dinner at the Marriott. There is a central hospitality room which affords us the opportunity to socialize with other classes. '61' usually organizes our own hospitality suite under the direction of Gary Hyde and his helpers.

Speaking of Gary, he is the central organizational "czar" for billeting for all classes. It is important that you complete his survey soonest as Gary works directly with the Marriott to determine when you should contact the Marriott to finalize your individual reservation. In some cases, classmates are waiting to see who is participating in order to pair up as roommates. The sooner we have confirmed roomies and lock in reservations, the less likely a billeting problem. The survey also has the information that helps us determine the golfing aspect.  Once the surveys are in, Bob Kewley and I will work on pairings, teams, times, and individual druthers. If this sounds a bit complicated, it beats the hell out of past years where 150-175 individuals were trying to make their own arrangements.

So let’s talk in full details about the 27^th Annual Golfing Grads Reunion and Golf Tournament.

Latest Planning Details For 55 Reunion Now Available For Information And Comments

This is the latest 55 Reunion update from Gary Hyde...

Let me take a little of your time and discuss where we have been over the past couple of years and what we might conclude or learn from that journey.

During the past 24 months, among many things, we have done four on-line surveys of the entire class, coordinated many times with reunion POC’s at West Point, concluded where we wanted to have the reunion, decided when we wanted to have it, communicated with hotel sales reps at some 17 potential lodging venues, conducted face-to-face meetings with the five short-list lodging venue reps, had follow-up face-to-face meetings with the three finalists for lodging and reunion HQ, and completed a final contract with the hotel chosen as base of operations for the 55th. 

As you can imagine and probably observed I have learned a lot and come to many convictions about the reunion during that period.  Let me recap some of my thoughts, convictions, and lessons learned here for your info and comment as you wish.

Read full details here.

Andrew F. Bennett, Jr.
"Andy"

Company L-2

25 Nov 1937 - 27 Nov 2014

Place of Death: Cleveland, TN

Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens, Cleveland, TN

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Andy Bennett, on November 27, 2014, in Cleveland, TN, after a long, courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. 

Andy is survived by wife of 51 years, Nancy; children, Dana Caywood (Mikel), Andrew III (Marta), and Edward Todd (Kori); grandchildren, David Caywood, James Caywood, Todd Caywood, Andrew Bennett IV, Abigail Bennett, Grayson Bennett, Sidney Bennett, Parker Bennett, and Walker Bennett; and great grandchildren, Crissie Caywood, Daxton Caywood, and Noah Caywood. 

Visitation will be from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-9:00 PM on Tuesday, December 2 and 1:00-2:00 on Wednesday, December 3 at First Baptist Church, 1275 Stuart Rd NE, Cleveland, TN  37312. 

The funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, December 3 at First Baptist Church.  Burial will follow the funeral service. 

Jim Rush Funeral Home in Cleveland, Tennessee, is handling arrangements. 

Condolences may be sent to Nancy at 351 King Den Drive NW, Cleveland, TN  37312. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Andy's memory be made to National MS Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY  10163.

Well done, Andy.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Andy's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Walter B. Ligon, Jr.
"Walt"

Company D-1

20 May 1939 - 2 Nov 2014

Place of Death: Silver Spring, MD

Interment: TBD

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Walt Ligon, on November 2, 2014, in Silver Spring, MD. 

Walt is survived by his son, Walter Ligon III and his wife, Becky; daughters, Dorothy Thornton and her husband, Chris, and Zoe Ligon; grandchildren Walter Ligon IV, Marianne Ligon, Leonard Ligon, Melissa Thornton, and Amelia Thornton; his brother, Thomas Ligon; and sisters, Linn Ligon and Kathleen Williams. 

The family will receive friends from 1 pm until the time of the memorial service at 2 pm on Friday, November 7, 2014 at Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home, 11800 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD  20904.  A reception will follow at 15129 Deer Valley Terrace, Silver Spring, MD  20906. 

Condolences may be sent to Dorothy Thornton, 164 Interlochen Drive, Atlanta, GA  30342. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Walt's memory be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS  66675. 

Well done, Walt.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Walt's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Flying Finn Finally Retires After 53 Years of Service as Cadet, Military, and Civil Service

I did not want a retirement ceremony, but in the waning days of my Joint Staff tenure my officemates prevailed and arranged one for me.  Glad they did.  It was fun filled, humorous, and left a very warm glow in our hearts.  Gen Paxton is the Assistant Commandant, USMC.  He and I have been in contact for many years via our shared interest in physical fitness.  Interestingly, his undergraduate and graduate degrees are in civil engineering from Cornell University, not far from my upstate NY hometown, Spencer.  Gen Paxton definitely has the "common touch"!

See more details at G-1 News page.

Stacy C. Bragg "Stacy"

Company C-1

25 Nov 1939 - 24 Sep 2014

Place of Death: Colorado Springs, CO

Interment: Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, CO

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Stacy Bragg, on September 24, 2014, in Colorado Springs, CO, following a long, courageous battle with bone cancer and strokes.

Stacy is survived by wife Linda, children Elisabeth McCoy (Andy), Andrew (Nicole), Jason (Shannon), David (Kristy), Timothy (Carli), Hannah (Sean), and Sarah; grandchildren Caleb, Connor, Josiah, Rachel, Abigail, Nathanael, Grace, Anna, Lydia, Daisy, William, Hadassah, Elsa, Joanna, Phoebe, Elijah, Zachariah, Waverly, and Asher.

Stacy will be buried at 11 AM on 24 November 2014 at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 4400 W. Kenyon Avenue, Denver, CO  80236.

A celebration of Stacy's life will be at 11 AM on 25 November 2014 at Rocky Mountain Calvary, 4285 N. Academy Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO  80918.  A reception will follow.

Condolences may be sent to Linda at 3450 David Circle, Colorado Springs, CO  80917-5812.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Stacy's memory be made to Cadence International, PO Box 1268, Englewood, CO  80150.

Well done, Stacy.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Stacy's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Richard G. Williams
"Rick"

Company I-1

21 Mar 1938 - 20 Sep 2014

Place of Death: Carefree, AZ

Interment: National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, AZ

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Rick Williams, on September 20, 2014, in Carefree, AZ, following a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease and dementia. 

Rick is survived by his wife Margaret (Kathy), children Donna March (son-in-law Jeff) of Fountain Hills, AZ; Chris Williams of Raleigh, NC; Brian Williams of Raleigh, NC, Dan Williams of Phoenix, AZ; and Jeanne Williams of Carefree, AZ.  He is also survived by his four grandchildren Mallory, Tia, Devan and Bree. 

Rick's funeral will be at 9:30 am on Friday, September 26, 2014, at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ  85024 (please enter off the Pinnacle Peak Road entrance).  A reception will follow at the home of Lee and Sue March, 13527 E. Sorrel Lane, Scottsdale, AZ  85259. 

Condolences may be sent to the family at P.O. Box 18047, Fountain Hills, AZ  85269. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Rick's memory be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY  10163-4777 or on line at https://www.michaeljfox.org/get-involved/donation2.php?pg=tribute.

Well done, Rick.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Rick's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Robert A. McCurdy
"Andy"

Company B-2

1 Dec 1939 - 5 Sep 2014

Place of Death: Rogers, AR

Interment: Sisco Funeral Home in Pea Ridge.

It is with great sorrow and regret that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Andy McCurdy, on September 5, 2014, in Rogers, AR.

Andy is survived by his wife, Belinda; Belinda's children: son Josh Huempfner and his son Mason, and daughter Claire Huempfner and her fiancé Grayson Lindley; and Andy's children from a previous marriage: son Colonel John McCurdy, USAF, his wife, Georgia, and their children, Lizzie and Luke; and daughter Lainie McCurdy Hines and her children Will and Daniel Hines.

The memorial service will be at 11 AM on Thursday, September 11, 2014 at the First United Methodist Church, 307 W Elm Rogers AR 72756.  The family will be available in the fellowship hall after the service.

Condolences may be sent to Belinda at 15151 Putman Road, Rogers, AR  72756-8179.

In lieu of flowers, Belinda has asked that donations in Andy's memory be sent to Rogers Historical Museum, 322 South Second Street, Rogers, AR  72756.

Well done, Andy.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Andy's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Mike Urette Named Board Chair The John and Mabel Ringling Museum of Art Foundation, Inc.

West  Point Alumni Mike Urette ’61 has been named board chair of the The John and Mabel Ringling Museum of Art Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors.

He will assume the role of chair at the board’s next meeting in October.  Urette is the founder and chief executive of Great American Corporation in Tampa. The 32 year old family administered organization is a diversified real estate construction, development, and management company.

Read more about what Mike has done.

61 Orlando Mini !!!!!!!!

21-26 Jan 2015

 We are gearing up for a fun time in Orlando in Jan 2015

Check for Details as of 1/01/2015

Barton P. Chambers
"Bart"

Company E-1

10 May 1939 - 28 July 2014

Place of Death: Pace, FL

Interment: TBA

It is with great sorrow and regret that I must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bart Chambers, on July 28, 2014, in Pace, FL, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. 

Bart is survived by his wife, Susan, her daughter Danielle and husband Jeff Koehler, and their sons Jaxen and Tysen. 

A celebration of life for Bart's family and friends will be held at Rodizio Grill, 605 E. Gregory Street, Pensacola, FL, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, on 23 August. 

Internment is private. 

Condolences may be sent to Susan at 4277 Essex Terrace Circle, Pace, FL  32571. 

In lieu of flowers, Susan has asked that donations in Bart's memory be sent to Doctors Without Borders USA, P.O. Box 5030, Hagerstown,  MD 21741-5030.

Well done, Bart.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Bart's Last Roll Call Tribute.

It only takes three H-1 Classmates Todd Counts, Bill Nesbeitt, and John F. Grisoni at an impromptu lunch at Helmer's Bar & Grill in Hoboken, NJ to hold a mini-reunion.

Sergei V. Olive "Serge"

Company G-1

23 Jan 1938 - 5 Jul 2014

Place of Death: Capital Caring Hospice in Arlington, VA

Interment: Arlington National Cemetery

John E. Skillman III
"John"

Company A-2

16 Jun 1939 - 10 Jun 2014

Place of Death: Tampa, FL

Interment: Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Tampa, FL

Robert B. Rosenkranz ’61 Inducted Into the U.S. Army Force Management Hall of Fame

'61 Repeats as 2014 Golfing Grads Champs

Once again '61 won the team trophy at the 2014 Golfing Grads conducted at the Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor, Florida. There were 170 participants representing many Classes. '61 was the ‘senior” Class. 30 Classmates participated to include four sons and one wife. This year our Class won going away, and in no small part assisted by Bob Kewley’s sons: Rob 88’ and Rick 89’; Ron Hannon’s son Mark 89’; Jay Hartford’s son Jeff; and Coralinn Maus. Ron Hannon’s son Michael coached team Hannon to success. Team Hartford and team Maus were also major contributors. Other Classmates pulled vital points as it was a true team victory. Pat Carroll arrived to play one round on the individual play day and won the Dan DiCarlo low net trophy.

The primary goal of fun and camaraderie was fully achieved by all. Those participating were: Tom Baird, Bob Cairns,Pat Carroll,  Dick Clarke, Jim Connolly, Joe Fishburne, Bob Glass, Bill Griffiths, Ron Hannon and sons Mark and Michael, Jay Hartford and son Jeff, Pat Hillier, Hamp Hodges, Gary Hyde, Bob Kewley and sons Rob and Rick, John and Carol Jean MacLean, Phil Mallory, Mick and Coralinn Maus, Don Sawtelle, Dale Shipley, Bob Steege, Bill Tobin, Jack Veatch, Jerry White, Bill Williamson, and Gene Witherspoon.

Thanks to Gary Hyde, Bob Kewley, and Jerry White for their organizational support to the Class success.

Great outing! Hope more '61ers can participate next year.

Danny Minor Enters Macon Sports Hall of Fame 15 May 2014

By BOBBY POPE The_Telegraph

Danny Minor took his rightful spot in the Macon Sports Hall of Fame along with eight other individuals when the 2014 class was inducted in ceremonies Thursday, 15 May 2014, in the Monument Room of the Macon Coliseum.

Following his high school career, Minor had football scholarship offers from virtually every school in the South, including Georgia, Georgia Tech, Auburn and Tennessee. But he spurned all those institutions to accept Sen. Richard Russell’s appointment to the U.S. Military Academy. It also didn’t hurt that Felix “Doc” Blanchard, the 1945 Heisman Trophy winner and assistant coach at Army, paid a recruiting visit to Macon to see Minor, which impressed Minor’s father.

Full Hall of Fame article here.

John R. McCormick
"Mac"

Company L-2

27 Sep 1938 - 30 Apr 2014

Place of Death: Corpus Christi, TX

Interment: Seaside Memorial Park, Corpus Christi, TX

It is with great sorrow and regret that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Mac McCormick, on April 30, 2014, in Corpus Christi, TX, of natural causes. 

Mac is survived by daughters Bettina McCormick and Aimee Ford; grandchildren Victoria, Grace, Grant, Estrella and Temple; and sister Beverly Joy Weber and her husband J. P. Weber. 

Visitation will be at Seaside Funeral Home Chapel, 4357 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX  78412 on May 17th from 12 to 2 PM.  A funeral service will follow at 2 PM with burial on the grounds with military honors. 

Condolences may be sent to Beverly Weber at 101 N. Upper Broadway, Apt. 1108, Corpus Christi, TX  78401 or by email to bevjoy4004@gmail.com. 

 In lieu of flowers, donations in Mac’s memory may be made to Veterans Inc., 69 Grove Street, Worcester, MA  01605.  To donate over the Internet, go to http://www.veteransinc.org. 

Well done, Mac.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Mac's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Irwin S. Olshansky
"Shane"

Company K-1

7 Feb 1938 - 25 Apr 2014

Place of Death: Hollywood, FL

It is with great regret and sorrow that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Shane Olshansky, on April 25, 2014, in Hollywood, FL, of natural causes.

Shane is survived by his son Victor (USMA ’97), daughter-in-law Orit, and grandchildren April and Alex; his sister Carole Olshansky; and his former wife, Myra Olshansky.

A memorial service will be held at 5:30 PM on Sunday, April 27, at the home of Victor and Orit Olshansky, 3500 N. 54th Avenue, Hollywood, FL  33021.  A reception will follow.  The family will also receive friends and family at the home starting at 6:30 PM on Monday, April 28.  Call (305) 457-9441 for more information.

As Shane wished, he will be cremated and his ashes will be scattered over the Hudson River near West Point.

Condolences may be sent to Victor at 3500 N. 54th Avenue, Hollywood, FL  33021 or by e-mail at victor.olshansky@gmail.com. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Shane’s memory may be sent to:

• Alexander Nininger State Veteran's Nursing Home, c/o Oscar Correale, 8401 W. Cypress Drive, Pembroke Pines, FL  33025.  Please contact Oscar directly to arrange for a donation at (954) 985-4824 x1624 or by e-mail at correaleo@fdva.state.fl.us.

• Temple Sinai of Hollywood, 1400 N 46th Avenue, Hollywood, FL  33021 (954-987-0026) or at www.sinaihollywood.org (see link in lower right corner).

Well done, Shane.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Shane's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Russell M. Cornelius
"Russell"

Company H-1

16 Jun 1939 - 12 Mar 2014

Place of Death: Convent, LA

It is with great sorrow and regret that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Russell Cornelius, on March 12, 2014, in Convent, LA, after suffering a massive stroke that stopped his respiratory function while on a Catholic retreat at Manresa upriver from New Orleans. 

Russell is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Carolyn; daughter Allison Alleva, her husband Quentin, and children Robert and Jonathan; son Roger Cornelius; and daughter Cecily Cornelius-White and children Avery and Evan.  Russell was predeceased by both of his parents and by his brother and our Classmate, Roger Cornelius. 

Visitation will be at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Boulevard, New Orleans, LA on March 17 from 9 to 11 AM with a funeral mass beginning at 11 AM.  Interment in the family tomb at Lake Lawn will follow. 

Condolences may be sent to Carolyn at 131 Mulberry Drive, Metairie, LA  70005.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Russell's memory may be made to West Point Association of Graduates. 

Well done, Russell.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Russell's Last Roll Call Tribute.

Lee R. Anderson Sr. ’61 Selected for Prestigious Horatio Alger Award

Lee R. Anderson Sr. ’61, owner and chairman of APi Group, Inc., will be inducted as a Member of The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional leaders with a commitment to philanthropy and higher education who have overcome significant personal challenges to achieve success. The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans is a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education. 

Read entire article about this award.

Mike Harpold '61 First Novel Jumping The Line  Released on Amazon.com

Michael J. Brady
"Mike"

Company H-1

15 Apr 1939 - 7 Nov 2013

Place of Death: Waco, TX

It is with great sorrow and regret that we must notify you of the death of our classmate, Mike Brady, on November 7, 2013 at the VA Hospital, Waco, TX, of pneumonia after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body disease.

Mike is survived by his wife, Colleen; daughter Debbie Anslem, husband Scott, and children Alissa, Zack, and Emma; daughter Laurie Kwo, husband David, stepdaughter Rayna; son Scott Brady, wife Elise, and children Miles and Ryane; daughter Kathleen Phillips, husband Ric, and children Kaitlyn, Matthew, and Evan; son Mark Brady, wife Courtney, and children Greyson and Elly; his twin sister, Marge Kerr; stepdaughter Dr. Jennifer Jones, husband Michael, and children Oceane and Orion; stepdaughter Linday O’Shea-Slosberg; and stepgranddaughter  Cosette Beloin

Funeral services for Mike Brady will be at 1:30 PM on 14 May at the Catholic Chapel, West Point, NY, followed by a graveside service with military honors at the West Point Cemetery.

A reception will be held after the graveside service. 

Condolences may be sent to Colleen at 58 Champions Lane, San Antonio, TX  78257-1294.

In lieu of flowers, donation in Mike's memory may be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road, S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047

Well done, Mike.  Be thou at peace.

Click here to go to Mike's Last Roll Call Tribute.

'61 Classmates Run Into Each Other at Army/Air Force Game and Enjoy Tailgating

Dick Knoblock ran into Frank Gibson (aka Gibby) at the Army/Air Force game 2Nov 13. The distinguished member of last Army undefeated team (dressed in hoodie) and his B Squad cohort were sighted crawling under tent flap at the Supe's sponsored Army/Air Force tailgate party.  The pair was later seen pouring "gratis" bloody marys and scarfing down breakfast burritos.  It was rumored that the duo had escaped the Pikes Peak Region AOG sponsored tailgate where permafrost welded outdoor chairs to their rear ends.  Seems someone forgot to provide space heaters at the 7AM November 2nd event in Colorado - Duh!!!!

We could go on with the polite guests wondering who the hell they were and so forth.  On the other hand perhaps we should just leave it as another fond memory of good times shared with '61 Classmates.  Dick later hooked up with flight school mates at Jurassic Park after the game and gamely took the trash about our fourth quarter collapse - at least the wine was good.

Members of '61 Attend Lee and Penny Anderson Defenders Lodge Dedication

Viking River Cruise 16-25 August 2013 on Portugal's Douro River Enjoyed by All

Robert F. Zielinski, Jr.
"Bob"

Company K-2

17 Oct 1939 - 10 Aug 2013

Place of Death: Louisville, KY

It is with great sorrow and regret that we must notify you of the death of our Classmate, Bob Zielinski, on August 10, 2013 at Norton Suburban Hospital, Louisville, KY, after a courageous 16-month battle with cancer. 

Bob is survived by his wife, Betty, his mother Julia, daughter Julie Zielinski Gabis (Ed), son Rob (Amber), brothers Richard (Lana) and Andy, and 3 grandchildren (Ben, Cameron, and Nicholas).  Bob was preceded in death by his father, Frank, and sister, Nancy. 

Visitation will be held at 3-6 pm on Saturday, 17 August at Arch L. Heady at Westport Village, 7410 Westport Road, Louisville, KY  40222.  An Irish/Polish wake will follow from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Austin's, 4950 US Hwy 42, Louisville, KY  40222.

A graveside service will be held at noon on Monday, 19 August, at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central, 2501 North Dixie Boulevard, Radcliff, KY  40160. 

Condolences may be sent to Betty at 1303 Amberlin Lane, Louisville, KY  40245-8483. 

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donation of funds, time, or materials to one of Bob's favorite theatres: Little Colonel Players, P.O. Box 532, Pewee Valley, KY  40056-0532; Shelby County Community Theatre, 801 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY  40065; or Pandora Productions, P.O. Box 4185, Louisville, KY  40204-4185.