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Random Quotes, Art of Getting Old and Be Careful What You Say
The HRC SPRING FLING Was held
at one of our favorite watering holes, The Lucky Oyster. Food, as always, was great and service great
as well, thanks to Jaclyn, our waitress.
In attendance
were: -14- Ed Nelson, Jack Salvato, Joan
Akers and daughter Sharron Young, Bob
and Carol Daigle, Frank and Eve Muscari, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Chuck and
Louise Steinbruck, and Fay and Donna
Crossley.
Capt. Chuck Steinbruck lead the group in a
blessing.
Frank Muscari led the group in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Jack Salvato won the 50/50 drawing and
pocketed $55, Generous Jack gave the Treasurer $10 to put in the coffers.
-----AGENDA-----
a…..call to order, was gaveled at 225PM by President Fay Crossley.
b…..Secretary report was sent to all members Dennis Pauly made a
motion to accept the minutes as received, motion was seconded by Frank
Muscari, motion carried.
c…..Treasurer’s report was given by Bob Daigle.
1…..Collection for Dan’s
favored charity, final report ., $300 was collected.
2…..Bank has changed names
of accounts, Treasurer will check on it. 3…..Treasurer’s computer gave up the
ghost so he lost one of the programs used for keeping track of the money, but
he has the bank and his own system.
4…..Checking $1306.19,
Savings $2101.34.
Motion was mad by Frank Muscari to accept the report, it was
seconded by Ed Nelson, motion carried. Motion Carried.
d…..OLD business:
1…..Bi-Laws to be
finalized. Suggestions for final total
contribution, if and when HRC is to dissolve are to be sent to the
President. Research in to the
reliability of each possible charity will take place. At the Summer meeting the Bi-Laws will be
finalized and are to be approved at the Fall Meeting and sent to NWSA. Some
preliminary suggestions were, Tunnel to Towers, JCOC and Salvation Army.
2…..#47 Reunion; Frank
and Eve Muscari will be attending the reunion. Members with suggests that Frank might want
to bring up at meeting are to be sent to Frank,
A discussion took place as to what should be done with old books. The president will check with the
Historian.
e…..NEW business: 1…..Venue for SUMMER SIZZLER. The
Social Coordinator asked for suggestions from the membership. Target dates July
10-16.
ENCLOSURES ----- copies can be requested at fdcross@charter.net
1…..Steward obituary
2…..Pritchard obituary
3.....NWSA membership form
4…..Fay Shellback event – phew what a day
5…..Thank you note from Carmen – plant
6…..Hale obituary
7…..Treasurer’s letter to Vet House concerning Dan Lee donation.
8…..Letter
received from Vet House concerning donation.
HRC FOLKS // FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
…..AKERS…..(Joan)…..doing well with the help of daughter Sharron
and family. Got a new TV, she and cat
are best buddies. Think she is writing a
Bio.
…..CLARK…..
(Kathi)…..Has been falling some, and last one was out of the wheelchair
which has put her in the hospital. She is doing okay though. They are checking out everything before they
send her home.
…..CROSSLEY…..(Fay
and Donna)….Had a great trip to Tucson, granddaughter got married. Donna having some memory issues but doing
fairly well. MRI found a tumor in her head, good news “suppose” to be easy
fix. Fay doing okay for old guy, but is
having some balance issues.
….. DAIGLES…..(Bob and Carol)…..Had nice trip to Florida to see friend
and family. Bob lost his sister. They
both doing well and getting to the gym often.
Carol is directing extensive house cleaning chores.
…..LEE…..(Carmen)…..doing
well as can be expected. She is getting
things organized and starting to get out some, we hope she will make our summer
meeting.
…..MUSCARI…..(Frank
and Eve)…..Are doing fine and looking forward to the #47 cruise.
…..NELSON…..(Ed
and Ruth)…..They are following the “quiet life” which means Ed is on the golf
course routinely.
…..PAULY…..(Dennis
and Susan)…..They are doing okay. They
welcomed new Great Grandson Remy, so the family is growing.
…..SALVATO…..(Jack)…..Doing
pretty good. Fought for over a month
with a virus, not “THE” virus and he won.
Feeling lots better and getting out some. Jack lost his brother a few months ago. Jack too is having balance issues.
…..SHAFER…..(Steve
and Sylvia))…..They are doing fairly well.
Steve had a Lymph-node procedure day before meeting so couldn’t make the
trip to the beach.
…..STEINBRUCK…..(Capt.
Chuck and Louise)…..Thinking about moving, might be to a marina community
without a boat. They are “hanging in
there”. Need to make a trip to Bedford,
VA., so they can relax.
…..WRIGHT…..(Bob)…..Doing
well. Since he lives along the NC outer
banks he isn’t looking forward to the summer and tourists, seems the crowds
make it so one can’t make any left turns.
He lost a crown (Tooth not on head) so couldn’t make the meeting.
Frank Muscari made a motion to adjourn
the meeting, motion was seconded by Ed Nelson, motion carried at 310pm
Respectfully submitted:
Fay M. Crossley
HRC SecretaryHRC FOLKS // FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
…..AKERS…..(Joan)…..doing well with the help of daughter Sharron
and family. Got a new TV, she and cat
are best buddies. Think she is writing a
Bio.
…..CLARK…..
(Kathi)…..Has been falling some, and last one was out of the wheelchair
which has put her in the hospital. She is doing okay though. They are checking out everything before they
send her home.
…..CROSSLEY…..(Fay
and Donna)….Had a great trip to Tucson, granddaughter got married. Donna having some memory issues but doing
fairly well. MRI found a tumor in her head, good news “suppose” to be easy
fix. Fay doing okay for old guy, but is
having some balance issues.
…..DAIGLES…..(Bob and Carol)…..Had nice trip to Florida to see friend
and family. Bob
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Aerographer Lost
We were saddened at the passing of our shipmate and friend AGCS ret Danial Lee. Dan Passed away on December 8, 2021. Dan was an active member of the HRC group and helped the organization and the members therein with his ideas and helping hand. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, Carmen and their family.
A FEW QUIPS, FUN QUOTES AND ETC
The HRC WINTER WONDERLAND was held at Acclaim East Branch restaurant. This was a great venue, arranged by Frank Muscari with the blessings of Social Director Dennis Pauly. Meeting was held on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Food was fantastic as was the service. Waitress was a friend of Dennis and Susan Pauly. (Small world)
In attendance were: -14- Joan Akers and daughter Sharron Young, Kathi (Scott) Clark, Leslie (Scott) Dunn, (Leslie is Rachell Dunn’s Mother. HRC has taken Rachell under its wing so to speak and she has a Masters Degree in Meteorology and Climatology. Ed Nelson, Bob Wright, Bob and Carol Daigle, Frank and Eve Muscari, Dennis and Susan Pauly and Fay and Donna Crossley.
The blessing was given and The Pledge was led by CMAA Frank Muscari.
Enclosures shared with membership: (Copies may be requested contact Fay Crossley)
1…..Dan Lee Obituary.
2…..Picture of Marge Cruise, she will be 99 in March, NWSA should fill her mailbox with cards.
3…..Email sent to HRC concerning flowers for Dan Lee.
4…..New and improved roster as of 12/22/2021 copy was sent to NWSA secretary.
50/50 was won by Frank Muscari $45.
The meeting was called to order by President Fay Crossley at 235PM.
AGENDA: 1…..Secretary Report….Acceptance due to Email. Motion made to accept by Joan Akers, seconded by Bob Wright, motion carried. 2…..Treasurer’s report: Checking; $1271.27 Savings; $2101.08. Total; $3372.25. Motion made by Dennis Pauly to accept as read, seconded by Frank Muscari, motion carried. 3…..OLD BUSINESS: a…..New Roster was sent to NWSA and they made one suggestion to change a spelling error on 12/22/21. New copies were provided to the membership. The Secretary will monitor the roster and make changes as needed. b…..The Membership discussed the proposed changes to the Bi-laws. It was felt all proposed changes would be approved except for the consignment of funds as outlined in Article X. Although some felt the funds should go to a national type group, the majority wanted the paragraph to read “Hampton Roads Region”, this would keep the money raised in HRC area within the area. The actual organization to be the benefactor of these funds will be determined at dissolution unfolds.
4…..NEW BUSINESS:
a…..Venue for SPRING meeting, April 10 – 16 (date can be flexible to allow for greater participation. Dennis Pauly will be looking into the venue and asked for suggestions. b…..Donation to a group in the name of Dan Lee, was discussed at length. The Treasurer reminded the membership, HRC bought flowers for Dan’s service, and no further HRC funds can be used for donations as it would set a precedence. A note will be sent to the membership soliciting for donations. The possible organizations were limited, the JCOC was suggested by Carmen Lee and the membership agreed. c…..Bob Daigle made a motion that Carmen Lee be granted a LIFE membership in HRC,. Bob Wright seconded, motion carried.
HRC FOLKS // FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER …..DAN LEE…..We were devastated at his passing. Our only solace is that he is in a better place. Was good that the family could all get to Virginia for Thanksgiving. …..CARMEN LEE…..Our thoughts and prayers go out to Carmen. We are here to help if needed. …..DAIGLES…..(Bob and Carol)…..Bob lost his sister in OCT. They have been doing lots of traveling to New England and Florida to see family. Yet, they find time to help HRC folks. Their firefighter grandson visited for a few days for Florida. Daughter was in accident, car totaled no injuries. …..SALVATO…..(Jack)…..Has good and bad days. Is having more difficulty getting around. He regretted not being able to see the Lee Family in person to give condolences. Grandson had “the virus”, but is fine now. …..STEINBRUCK…..(Capt. Chuck and Louise)…..They are doing “okay”. They were unable to get to Bedford for Thanksgiving though. They couldn’t get to the meeting as Louise lost her son that lives in Montana . …..AKERS…..(Joan)…..90th birthday celebration was wonderful. Joan loves to have visitors. We are trying to keep her busy with HRC activities. …..CLARK….. (Kathi)…..Has completed her in home PT, and now will be doing PT at a hospital. She was thrilled that the SCOTT girls had a gathering. There were 19 ladies there. Niece Rachell (a Meteorologist) Made decorations. Scott family is AGCM Bud and Bev Scott group. …..MUSCARI…..(Frank and Eve)…..Eve had a trip to the ER, seems her big heart was a little weak. That was 11/15. She is fine and is going to PT to build it back up. Frank is doing well. Busy as always. …..CROSSLEY…..(Fay and Donna)….are doing okay. Donna did have a difficult time with stomach issues, and has been slow to recover. Fay had a run in with Strep Throat, couldn’t talk for a couple of days, Donna was thrilled. Both okay now. Few trips to NY to see family and to be there for them when Nephew-in-law was killed in tractor accident. …..SHAFER…..(Steve and Sylvia)…..They are doing okay, except Steve had Dr. apt., day of meeting and poor Sylvia STILL not having any schedule for fixing knee. So sorry for this, she has been dealing with wanting a replacement for o long. …..WRIGHT…..(Bob)…..Bob was sorry he couldn’t get back to VA., for Dan’s funeral and passed along his condolences. He is/was spending the holidays in his old stomping grounds in TN. …..PAULY…..(Dennis and Susan)…..They are doing okay. They are spending Christmas at daughters in Charlottesville. Dennis did have operation on wrist to correct carpel tunnel problems just before Christmas, so he can’t help with cooking. expecting first Great Grandbaby in February. Dennis did a great job with our venue for the summer meeting. He loves fixing cars and Susan loves her horses. …..NELSON…..(Ed and Ruth)…..They followed along with many of us that had a couple of calm holidays, the 6th was maybe Ed’s last golf day for a while, might be getting cold. Bob Wright made a motion to adjourn seconded by Frank Muscari, motion carried at 330pm. Respectfully submitted: Fay M. Crossley HRC Secretary
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The HRC FALL FESTIVAL was held
at one of our favorite watering holes; Mack’s Grill, great BBQ spot and nice
private porch for our gathering and festivities. The date was October 13, a
Wednesday. Food was great and Brook was “perfect” waitress.
In attendance were: -17- Joan
Akers and daughter Sharron, Dan and Carmen Lee, Bob and Carol Daigle, Frank and
Eve Muscari, Steve and Sylvia Sharfor, Chuck and Louise Steinbruck, Jack
Salvato, Dennis and Susan Pauly and Fay and Donna Crossley.
The meeting was called to order by
President Fay Crossley at 110PM.
The Pledge was led by CMAA Frank
Muscari.
The Blessing was given by Capt.
Chuck Steinbruck.
Enclosures shared with membership……….
1…..Our contribution to the
hospitality room was lots of peanuts, this was our AD.
2…..Draft Roster, with these corrected
will finalize and sent to NWSA.
3…..Submitted article to Aerograph
about Joan Akers.
4…..Submitted article to Aerograph
about Kathi Clark.
5…..board meeting notes from 4/7/19.
6…..$47 attendees.
7…..Board notes from 4/4/21
8…..HRC notes about #47.
9…..Pictures from Reunion #46.
50/50
was won by Donna Crossley $45.
AGENDA:
1…..Secretary Report….Acceptance due
to Email. Motion made to accept by Frank Muscari seconded by Dan Lee
motion carried.
2…..Treasurer’s Report……Bob Daigle,
thanked the membership for their kindness and thoughtfulness during the past
few months concerning the loss of their son, and asked for prayers for his
family as his sister is ill and in hospice care.
Treasurer’s report: Checking;
$1289.72, Savings; $2100.82. Total;
$3390.54. Motion made by Dennis Pauly
to accept as read, seconded by Jack Salvato, motion carried.
3…..OLD BUSINESS:
A….Continued revamp of Bi-Laws, will
have ready for voting next meeting.
Copies will be emailed prior to that January meeting.
B…..HRC
at #46, and review for membership. Enclosures 5,6,7,8,9 apply. Members were encouraged to become friends on the NWSA FB site
where there is allot of great information and nice pictures too.
4…..NEW BUSINESS:
A…..Venue for WINTER meeting, January
9 – 15. The Social Coordinator will set
something up.
B…..Future reunions with NWSA, who
will try to go. (will canvass the
membership and report to NWSA).
HRC FOLKS // FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
…..DAIGLE…..(Bob and
Carol)…..They lost their son on August 6.
They wish to thank those that sent cards and donated to the Go-Fund-me
FB page. They are doing okay. Keep them and their family in your thoughts
and prayers, Bob’s older sister is now in need of prayers as she battles an
illness.
…..SALVATO…..(Jack)…..Continues
to “hang in there” appointments are about every three months. Son was sick but not with the virus. Daughter Lisa is doing well working at the PX.
STEINBRUCK…..(Capt. Chuck and Louise)…..The good Capt., got rear ended in July and damage was extensive. They are fine. They like going to family events in Bedford, VA.
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…..AKERS…..(Joan)…..Is
doing well, (See above) She enjoys sorting through all the memories in her house. She loves her cat. She did fall in August no real serious
problems. Her daughter’s husband is
having some health issues. She turns 90 November 2. She was late getting to the
meeting.
…..CLARK….. (Kathi)…..Is doing
well with her new leg that she got September 2nd.
…..MUSCARI…..(Frank and
Eve)…..Had some difficulties with pool middle of July so missed last
meeting. Went on vacation to Sweden late
September into October. Had a great time.
…..LEE…..(Dan
and Carmen)…..Dan is doing okay. Has
some good days and a few bad ones now and then.
Does some doctoring too. His
spirits are upbeat. They are getting out
some, went on a trip to West Virginia spent some time at the ski lodge where
they used to own a rental. Carmen is
busy with business and church.
…..CROSSLEY…..(Fay and Donna)….are
doing well. Donna fell a few weeks ago,
and knee is slow to get back to normal.
Fay has quit his part time job at the Antique Mall, but will continue
having a booth there.
…..SHAFER…..(Steve and
Sylvia))…..Steve is a man of few words, “doing well, see you in OCT”. Was great to see them Steve has grown a
beard. Sylvia continues to await a new
knee, been three years now
….NELSON…..Vacationed in Maine,
played golf at Pittsfield – Look that up on your map.
…..PAULY…..expecting first
Great Grandbaby in February. Dennis did
a great job with our venue for the Summer meeting. He loves fixing cars and
Susan loves her horses.
…..WRIGHT…..(Bob)…..The string
on his finger came off, so he didn’t make it to the meeting. He is doing well though
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Kathi (Scott) Clark has been a member of HRC for years since her Father (AGCM Bud Scott) and Mother (Bev) passed away. Kathi has gone through many difficulties in her life, with the latest the leg amputation. Through it all, Kathi maintains a positive outlook, a positive attitude, and a joy of life. We should all be so gifted. Kathi was wondering if any folks are out there that remember her dad. Kathi’s address in case someone would want to drop her a card or a note is 1343 East Bay View Blvd., Norfolk, VA. 23503.
Joan Akers is the Hampton Roads Chapter Matriarch. She and departed Husband AGC Floyd, have been part of the organization since its conception. I believe that Floyd was one of those chiefs that started the HRC in Norfolk so many years ago. Joan was a "big" contributor to the Aerograph as "THE WEATHER MOUSE". She keeps telling me she wants to write another article and I hope she does. Joan lives alone and does very well with the help of her daughter and grandchildren.
Joan comes to our meetings when she can, she doesn't drive anymore. Joan will be 90 on November 2nd and perhaps we could fill her mailbox with cards. Joan Akers, 984 Sunny Side Drive, Virginia Beach, VA. 23464-2142.
HRC Treasurer Bob and wife Carol Daigle visited Joan mid-October. She was happy to see them and enjoyed talking with them. Joan has a cat for company and enjoys reading, watching movies on TV and going through all the memories.
Dennis Pauly told of a trip they did to Littleton VA, near lake Gaston where there is a Vet museum, they were impressed with it all and told of some of the people they talked with. They suggested that everyone should visit.
Dennis Pauly made a motion to adjourn seconded by Frank Muscari, motion carried at 240pm.
Respectfully submitted: Fay M. Crossley,
HRC Secretary
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On
6/23 a Memorial Mass for LaRue Wright, wife of deceased LCDR Ralph Wright, was
given in her honor at the St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Virginia Beach,
Va. HRC attendees were; Frank and Eve Muscari, Bob and Carol Daigle,
Fay and Donna Crossley and we were thrilled to see Kathi (Scott) Clark
(pictured below) come to the church. The service was well attended
by family and friends and lunch was provided after the service.
WOW
two meetings in a row!! Our Summer Sizzling meeting was held on
Monday, July 12, 2021 at Gus and George’s in Virginia Beach. Service
and food were great as was the gathering of “eagles”.
In
attendance were: -14- Fay and Donna Crossley, Steve
and Sylvia Shafer, Jack Salvato, Chuck and Louise Steinbruck, Dan and Carmen
Lee, (with Daughter Pam Gallion as special guest), Dennis and Susan Pauly and
Bob and Carol Daigle.
AGENDA:
1…..Secretary Report….Acceptance due
to Email. Motion made to accept by Frank Muscari seconded by Dan Lee
motion carried.
2…..Treasurer’s Report……Bob Daigle,
thanked the membership for their kindness and thoughtfulness during the past
few months concerning the loss of their son, and asked for prayers for his
family as his sister is ill and in hospice care.
Treasurer’s report: Checking;
$1289.72, Savings; $2100.82. Total;
$3390.54. Motion made by Dennis Pauly
to accept as read, seconded by Jack Salvato, motion carried.
3…..OLD BUSINESS:
A….Continued revamp of Bi-Laws, will
have ready for voting next meeting.
Copies will be emailed prior to that January meeting.
B…..HRC
at #46, and review for membership. Enclosures 5,6,7,8,9 apply. Members were encouraged
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Regrets
received from Ed Nelson something about golfing in Pittsfield,
ME. Cancelation received from Frank and Eve Muscari (emergency
pool repair).
The
meeting was called to order by President Fay Crossley at
1:15PM.
The
Pledge was led by the President Fay Crossley.
The
Blessing was given by Capt. Chuck Steinbruck.
Handouts
were passed around for the membership including a copy of an Email received
from Jim Romano concerning reliability of #46 reunion hotel staff, a web site
containing an amazing Virtual Wall, LaRue Wright’s famous Lemon Square
recipe and LaRue Wright’s obituary.
50/50 was won by Steve Shafer,
$22.50.
A
motion was made by Bob Daigle and Seconded by Jack Salvato to approve the
Spring Meeting Minutes that were sent by Email rather than read them, motion
carried.
The
Treasurer’s report was given: Bob is attempting to contact old members of HRC
who are in arrears of paying dues in an attempt to see if they want to continue
to be members. The ALZ ASS letter was given to the Secretary for
filing. Checking was at $1197.22, Savings at $2095.56 giving a total
of $3292.78. Motion was made by Fay Crossley and seconded by Dennis
Pauly to accept the report, motion carried.
OLD
BUSINESS:
…..1…..Audit: An
audit was completed on 6/14 by Treasurer Bob Daigle, Carol Daigle, Fay Crossley
and Donna Crossley. The books were found to be neat, in perfect
order and well organized.
…..2…..
Reunion #46: A discussion was held about the reunion, handouts were
provided to the membership (copies of the info from the latest
Aerograph). HRC may have good representation at the reunion.
…..3…..
Redo of Bi-laws: A lengthy discussion was held concerning the
BI-LAWS. Article X will continue to be discussed and formulated with
a goal of setting a “possible” new recipient for and remaining funds of HRC were
the chapter to disband. HRC is not supportive of the current
scholarship arrangement. Additionally, it was felt since HRC hasn’t
had a real election of officers in years, Article V of the BI-LAWS should be
rewritten to allow current officers to continue as long as they feel
comfortable in doing so. Upon their request or other situation, an
election would take place providing nominations are available. The
rewriting of the BI-LAWS should be completed by the spring 2022 meeting so
approval can be made. A motion was made by Steve Shafer and seconded
by Bob Daigle to proceed slowly until after the #46 reunion, motion carried.
NEW
BUSINESS:
…..1…..
Venue for Fall Meeting was corrected by Carol Daigle to be OCT
not SEPT and will be held sometime between the 10th and
16th. Lunch will be served about 1PM. The Social
Coordinator will provide more information later.
…..2…..
HRC representation at #46.….gifts, plaques, signs???
“MILITARY
CHILDREN”
If
anyone deserves recognition and appreciation for their selfless service, it is
military children born in military and civilian hospitals around the
globe. They will learn far too young goodbyes will be frequent and
difficult. At some point in their toddler years, they inevitably will hug a
camouflaged leg of someone other than their uniformed parent by mistake. They
will move repeatedly, usually at the precise point in time when they feel most
settled. April was the month of the military child. (My three were born at,
Lakehurst, Andrews AFB and Yokosuka Japan. I think the moving and
new experiences helped build the character they have.)
“GOTTA
LOVE OUR MARINES”
Department
of the Navy is now assigning females to quarters in a separate private
"OFF LIMITS" area on all aircraft carriers. While
addressing all personnel at Pearl Harbor, CINCPAC advised, "Female
sleeping quarters will be "out-of-bounds" for all
males. Anyone caught breaking this rule will be fined $50 the first
time." And the Admiral continued, "Anyone caught breaking
this rule the second time will be fined $150. Being caught a third time
will cost you a fine of $500. Are there any questions? At
this point, a US Marine from the security detail assigned to a ship
stood up in the crowd and inquired “How much for a season pass?”
“SERENITY”
…..“Learn
silence. With the quiet serenity of a meditative mind, listen, absorb,
transcribe, and transform.” Pythagoras
…..“Enthusiasm
is a supernatural serenity.” – Henry David Thoreau
…..“The
day is always his, who works in it with serenity and great aims.” Ralph Waldo
Emerson
“SCHEDULE
FOR DRINKING WATER”
(The
following information provided by a Cardiac Specialist highlights that drinking
water at certain times helps maximize its effectiveness on the body).
2
glasses of water after waking up – helps activate internal organs
1
glass of water 30 minutes before a meal – helps digestion
1
glass of water before taking a bath – helps lower blood pressure
1
glass of water before going to bed – avoids stroke or heart attack and leg
cramps.
“THE
ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT HOME”
For
information or to request an application, visit https://www.afrh.gov/apply or contact
the AFRH Public Affairs Office at admissions@afrh.gov or
1-800-422-9988.
HRC FOLKS // FOR THE GOOD OF THE
ORDER
…..WRIGHT…..(LaRue)…..We
were saddened to learn of the passing of our oldest member,
LaRue. LaRue and Husband (LCDR) Ralph, were dedicated members of
HRC. …..LEE…..Dan
is having some difficulties with his health. He’s been having lots of
tests and procedures in the hospital and is very tired all the
time. Carmen is doing okay, but is tired a lot herself as she is on
the go quite a bit running errands for the two of them. Thanks to
daughter Pam, who does a lot for Mom and Dad, they are coping
okay. Dan can’t be too bad, always has me deliver Wakefield
(Plantation) peanuts to him. He looked great at the
meeting.
…..SALVATO…..Jack
is doing fairly well. He is having some health issues that may
require some difficult procedures. He also looked great at the
meeting, talked about his children and the help they have provided, except for
those cats.
…..STEINBRUCK…..Louise
and Capt. Chuck and coping well. They do experience the “age” things
now and then. They talked about a neighbor that is
95. They help the Navy Vet with lots of issues.
…..SHAFER…..Steve
has arthritis issues and Sylvia STILL hasn’t had that knee
fixed. They have such a great positive attitude. Should
do well for them.
…..MUSCARI…..Frank
is having trigger finger problems. Eve is constantly on the go doing
church things and helping folks. They were missed at the meeting.
Was able to find a flag Frank.
…..DAIGLE…..Are
doing fine, loving summer and always in their back yard enjoying the pool. They
asked HRC to keep them and their family in our thoughts and
prayers.
…..AKERS…..Joan is just as feisty as always
and doing well. She has a cat for companionship and is enjoying
that.
…..CROSSLEY…..Fay
and Donna are doing okay. Fay did have a visit to the ER, nothing
except UTI was found, took two months to get rid of it though. Their
daughter Lisa arrived for extended camping out, as she does an Externship at a
hospital in Williamsburg. Donna doing okay.
…..CLARK…..
Kathi is one of many children of AGCM Bud Scott and Wife Bev – both passed away
many years ago. She is an amazing person and despite many health
issues, is always smiling, upbeat and positive. Lots of thoughts and
prayers her way surely would help. She was intending to come to the meeting,
but sister flew in from Europe so they had a rushed family gathering.
….NELSON…..Vacationed
in Maine, played golf at Pittsfield – Look that up on your map.
…..PAULY…..expecting
first Great Grandbaby in February. Dennis did a great job with our
venue for the summer meeting.
…..WRIGHT…..(Bob)…..The
string on his finger came off, so he didn’t make it to the
meeting. He is doing well though.
Steve
Shafer made a motion
to adjourn seconded by Dan Lee, motion carried at 2:50pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Fay M. Crossley
HRC
Secretary
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LTCOL Howard Lee, USMC RET
Awarded Congressional Medal of Honor
It is such an awesome feeling for me, at each of our Hampton Road Chapter meetings, to have Howard Lee in attendance. He accompanies Doris Stepaniak. You may recall that Doris is a life member of HRC and NWSA. Howard just makes me feel good about everything. Even though Howard is a Medal of Honor Recipient, there is much more to the man than this amazing award might command.
Howard Lee was born on August 1, 1933, in New York City. He graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School in the Bronx, New York in 1951, and from Pace College with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, on June 19, 1955. While in his senior year at college, he enlisted as a member of the Platoon Leaders Class in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. In September 1955, he entered the 14th Officer Candidates' Course, Marine Corps Schools, Quantico, Virginia, and upon completing the course the following December, was commissioned a Marine Corps Reserve second lieutenant. Lieutenant Lee completed The Basic School, Marine Corps Schools, Quantico, in July 1956 and the Marine Corps Supply School, Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, that September. Upon completion of these courses, he was transferred to the Marine Corps Supply Activity, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for duty as Field Inspection Officer, Field Inspection Section, and later, Officer in Charge, Audit Section. He was promoted to first lieutenant in June 1957, and integrated into the Regular Marine Corps in January 1958. Detached from the Supply Activity in September 1958, he was ordered to the West Coast, and served briefly as Troop Handler, 1st Replacement Battalion, Staging Regiment, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, California, then was assigned duty as a platoon commander with Company F, 2nd Battalion 9th Marines, 3rd Marine Division, serving in this capacity until June 1959. First Lieutenant Lee next served as the Battalion S-4 Officer with H&S Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, 3rd Marine Division, Okinawa, (US administration) Japan. In February 1960, he was assigned duty as Guard Officer at the Marine Barracks, U.S. Naval Propellant Plant, Indian Head, Maryland. After his promotion to captain on July 1, 1961, he was assigned duties as Platoon Commander and, later, Instructor, The Basic School, Marine Corps Schools in Quantico, where he remained until June 1964. From July 1964 until February 1966, Capt Lee was stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, serving first as Commanding Officer of Company A, 1st Battalion, then as Battalion S-3 Officer with H&S Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines, 2nd Marine Division. During the latter period, he served aboard the USS La Salle (LPD-3), and in the Dominican Republic.
Vietnam War — 1st tour
Ordered to the Republic of Vietnam in April 1966, Capt Lee served as Commanding Officer of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. He received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for heroic action on June 26, 1966 – June 27, 1966. Then, on 8-9 August, 1966 that he distinguished himself above and beyond the call of duty in the vicinity of Quang Tri, for which he received the Medal of Honor. Wounded in that action, Capt Lee was evacuated to the U.S. Naval Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland. In November 1966, he returned to duty at Headquarters Marine Corps and assigned duty as TO/MOS Coordinator and, later, Assistant FMF Readiness Officer in the Operation Section, G-4 Division. He was promoted to Major (United States) in July 1966.
On October 25, 1967, Major Lee was presented the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon Johnson in a ceremony at the White House.
Vietnam War — 2nd tour
Following this assignment, Maj Lee completed the Command and Staff College, Quantico, Virginia, in June 1970, then returned to the Republic of Vietnam for his second tour of duty. For his service as Executive Officer, Provisional Headquarters and Service Company and with the 2nd Combined Action Group, III Marine Amphibious Force, he earned a Gold Star in lieu of a second Bronze Star Medal with Combat "V". He was promoted in July 1972 to lieutenant colonel and retired in 1975 from the Marine Corps for service as set forth in the following CITATION:
If you would like to read Howard’s citation please go to……http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_V._Lee.
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Though Howard has no past affiliation with Naval Weather, we are proud at HRC, when he graces our tables as a friend and fellow serviceman. At HRC’s special gathering on 2/10/13 one of the other special guests was so overwhelmed with the thought of being in the same room with “such a hero”, tears sparkled in his eyes. We thank you Howard for your service and for being such a gracious friend. We, at HRC, ask NWSA and its members to keep our heroes like Mr. Lee and all our service men and women, in their thoughts and prayers.
Submitted by Fay Crossley, HRC Secretary
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