Source: Aerograph November 2024
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The FALL HRC meeting, was held at Lucky Oyster, on October 16, 2024. Food, Service, were outstanding. Meeting was called to order by President Fay Crossley at 115PM. A…..In Attendance: (13): Capt. Chuck and Louise Steinbtuvk, Ed Nelson, Frank and Eve Muscari, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Bob and Carol Daigle and Fay and Donna Crossley, Sharon (Akers) Young and special guess Eileen Crivaro (brought to our gathering by the Paulys – a retired USPS employee from Pittsburg, PA. area. B…..The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by the CMAA Frank Muscari. C…..The grace was lead by Capt. Chuck. D…..50/50 was won by Frank Muscari $40. E…..The Secretary’s report was accepted as sent through Email, motion made by Dennis Pauly and Seconded by Frank Muscari. F…..The Treasurer’s report showed a Checking balance of $1405.48, a Savings balance of $2104.00. We appreciated the hard efforts of the Treasurer – Bob Daigle. Motion to accept the report made by Fay Crossley seconded by Dennis Pauly, motion carried. G…..The President caught the membership up on those not in attendance. H…..Susan gave the membership an inside view of her father. He passed away in September. OLD BUSINESS: There was none. NEW BUSINESS: 1…..Venue WINTER meeting…..JAN 2025, 12-18. 2…..It was suggested by Susan Pauly, each meeting should have time set aside for “official” Sea Stories. The membership thought this was a good idea. In order to expand the idea, A topic could be assigned to each meeting, I. E. worst forecast, best forecast, famous person met, Scariest moment. I will be asking the membership for thoughts on how to proceed and other subjects. Persons not in attendance could submit a note for the president to read. Perhaps all inputs could be part of minutes as enclosures. Sounds like fun. Thanks Susan. ENCLOSURES: (copies can be obtained by sending requests to HRC Secretary) 1…..Obituary for Phil Duncan. 2…..Rough updated Roster, report corrections to the Secretary. GOOD OF THE ORDER AKERS, (daughter Sharon) is a welcomed addition to our gathering. She is still finding interesting “stuff” as she goes through her mom and dads house. CLARK, (Kathi)…..Went in Hospital again on 10/8, but was in fair spirits when I talked with her, but then that is Kathi, Awhile back she fractured hip, which has healed. CROSSLEY, (Donna and fay)…..Fay is coping, but gets overwhelmed at times. Donna has developed a condition that has made her partially blind, new DR. APT., in NOV. DAIGLE, (Bob and Carol)…..Bob is doing well, just eats to much catsup. He goes to the gym routinely and busy with the food pantry at his church. Carol had a rough time with the lung operation very painful, but has gotten through it and doing well. MUSCARI, (Eve and Frank)…..Frank is doing well. Keeps busy helping others all the time. Eve has some health issues but looks great and has a fantastic, optimistic outlook on life. She will be working on the Swedish Bazaar that will be the first part of DED. More into forthcoming. NELSON, (Ed and Ruth)…..Ed doing a lot of divot fixing, and is doing well. PAULY, (Dennis and Susan)…..They are busy with family events. Susan’s father passed away in September. They travel a lot to check on kids. SALVATO, (Jack)…..He is not doing well. Very depressed and health is going in the wrong direction. Jack is in serious need of our prayers. Perhaps a card or two would lift his spirits. SHAFER, (Steve passed away 3/22/24) and Sylvia) Have been unable to find Sylvia. I have gone through all the processes I could think of, STEINBRUCK, (Capt. Chuck and Louise)…..both doing “okay”. They both looked great, haven’t been able to travel to Bedford though, and they miss going there. WRIGHT, (Bob),,,,,,…Bob came through the AFIB procedure very well and is feeling better. Still has some difficulties but seems to be managing well. He didn’t get much problems with the Helene storm he isn’t far from Western NC, that has been totally devastated. He feels very lucky. Frank Muscari made a motion to Adjourn the meeting, motion seconded by Dennis Pauly, motion carried. Meeting adjourned a 245. Respectfully submitted: Fay M. Crossley HRC Secretary
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Source: Aerograph August 2024
HISTORIAN VISIT
The HRC scheduled a meeting
on Monday May 6, to welcome Tom and
Celeste Hanagan, to Hampton Roads.
They were on a country wide tour of the Sofa, in their streamline motor
home. Their next stop would be White
Plains NY and then on to Maine.
President Fay Crossley proposed the meeting be canceled in order to be
able to spend more time with the guests.
Bob Daigle and Dennis Pauly agreed. In attendance were Fay and Donna Crossley, Bob and Carol
Daigle and Dennis and Susan Pauly.
Ed Nelson briefly arrived to give some books to Tom, Ed was heading
south to take part in a family gathering. Tom gave us a report on the condition
of the Midway and the Hornet museum efforts.
The Hanagans are particularly interested in the Hornet that is in
Alameda close to their home, while the Midway is in San Diego. The weather office on the Hornet is obviously
perfect as The Hanagans did much of the work, while the Midway is lacking some
authentic equipment. The weather offices
are open to the public but not on routine tours as most tour guides are more
interested in flight operations. Tom
also assured us he would be more than happy to help us (Dennis), with our (his)
continued efforts to develop the Wisconsin Weather office and upper air
program. Tom gave Dennis a large box of
balloons to help. Fay gave Tom a small
tub of weather information and equipment.
The lunch was very good and the service good as well. The allotted two hours went far too fast as
there were many Sea Stories to be shared.
We thank the Hanagans for the support and great efforts to hold on to
the Naval Weather Service history.
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The SPRING/SUMMER meeting of HRC, was at our favorite watering hole,
Lucky Oyster, great food, great service, and a private room with a round
table. Our fantastic waitress was
Anna. And Frank Muscari did it
again, thanks Frank you “shouldn’t”.
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Meeting was brought to order 1:20PM by the President.
A…..In Attendance: (9): Ed Nelson, Frank Muscari, AGC ret Laura Richter, (who added new sea stories and fresh ideas to the HRC}, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Bob and Carol Daigle and Fay and Donna Crossley.
B…..The Pledge of Allegiance and the Blessing were led by the CMAA Frank Muscari.
C…..Enclosures were handed out, and the President apologized for not getting the information concerning the passing of our member Steve Shafer. Steve passed away 3/22/24. This, however, emphasizes the need for our families to ensure clubs are informed of their lived one’s passing.
D…..50/50 was won by Ed Nelson - $32.00)
OLD BUSINESS:
1…..Dennis Pauly gave us an update on the Wisconsin efforts. He delivered a number of books and radiosondes (some provided by the NWSA historian) to the ship. He met with the director Keith Nitka, and was impressed. We want to keep the effort alive and perhaps one day do something with the weather office.
2…..Akers cups were brought in if anyone wanted one, the rest will go to the Navy Thrift Store. Ed Nelson will deliver.
3…..Akers books: 1….Navy History, sold. 2…..Navy Seamanship Knots, donated to USS Hornet through NWSA Historian. The BM on ship loves it! 3…..2 more books to sell. Both little to do with Navy or Weather.
4…..We discussed dissolving HRC again, and it is felt we should talk about it each meeting so it is fresh in our minds. No plan on doing it at this time.
Motion was made by Bob Daigle and Seconded by Dennis Pauly to accept the Secretary Report as sent via email, motion carried.
The Treasurer’s report was given by Bob Daigle, we have a total of $3476.21, ($1372.48 in checking and $2103.73 in savings. Dennis Pauly made a motion to accept the report, motion was seconded by Frank Muscari, motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
1…..Venue FALL meeting…..OCT 6-12. More information will be forth coming.
2…..The Secretary will place HRC info on the NWSA FB page.
ENCLOSURES: (copies can be obtained by sending requests to HRC Secretary)
1…..Akers – Best Dressed Forecaster
2…..Old HRC logo mid-70s to mid-90s
3…..Joan Akers Celebration of Life
4…..All about Eggs
5…..AG1 (Ret) Steve Shafer obituary. (I would like to apologize for not being more aggressive in checking on Steve and want to thank The Aerograph and Web Page Editors for their help in tracking this down.
GOOD OF THE ORDER
AKERS, (daughter Sharon) is a welcomed addition to our gathering, unable to join us, but sends her best.
CLARK, (Kathi)…..Several calls and emails have gone unanswered. . Kathi was made a life HRC member at the Winter meeting.
CROSSLEY, (Donna and fay)…..Donna continues to hold her own, there is some memory slippage but all in all she is okay. Fay has lost some weight, but is doing well. Sugar is approaching the A1C low acceptable level. Never can win.
DAIGLE, (Bob and Carol)…..Carol has been going through many hoops and difficulties, had lung operation and after nearly two months is seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Bob is doing well, even learning to cook They head to Florida in August.
MUSCARI, (Eve and Frank)…..Eve has been visiting family in Sweden for much of July and doing well, Frank will be glad when she is home. Frank visited Sister in California, she is older than Frank. They have some good genes.
NELSON, (Ed and Ruth)…...They are doing fine, Ed says his Knees are fantastic.
PAULY, (Dennis and Susan)…..They are busy all of the time, family travels and events keep them busy, they are both doing pretty well. with are doing well and looking forward to perhaps hosting the NWSA Historian when they visit the East Coast.
SALVATO, (Jack)…..Operation in April went well. Jack is now doing home dialysis and getting it organized and all has been a challenge, called for some help from the dialysis company. He was sorry he missed the meeting and will try again in OCT. .
SHAFER, (Steve passed away 3/22/24) and Sylvia, no information concerning Sylvia at this writing)…Steve obituary was provided to membership, Aerograph Editor will have in next issue. (I wish to thank the Editor of the Aerograph, and the Webmaster for their help)
STEINBRUCK, (Capt. Chuck and Louise)…..both doing “okay”.
WRIGHT, (Bob),,,,,,,Frank Muscari does Email tag with Bob and says Bob is doing fine. Did get an email from Bob, and he is having more good days vs. bad, but the AFIB is still of concern and he will have that “shock” procedure again on 8/20.
Respectfully submitted:
Fay M. Crossley, HRC Secretary
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Source: Aerograph May 2024
FRIENDS
= SHIPMATES
1…..A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a
good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked.” - Bernard
Meltzer- - - radio host (call in advise)
2…..“There is no possession more valuable than a good and
faithful friend.” - Socrates
3…..“The only way to have a friend is to be one.” - Ralph
Waldo Emerson
4…..“There is nothing better than a friend, unless it’s a
friend with chocolate.” - Linda Grayson - - - - artist
5….."I don't need a
friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that
much better." -Plutarch - - - Greek Philosopher
6….."Wishing to be friends is quick work,
but friendship is a slow ripening fruit." -Aristotle
NORTH
vs. SOUTH
The North
has Bloomingdale's, the South has Dollar General. The North has coffee houses,
the South has Waffle Houses. The North has dating services, the South has
family reunions. The North has switchblade knives; the South has Lee Press-on
Nails. The North has double last names; the South has double first names.The
North has Indy car races; The South has stock car races. North has Cream of
Wheat, the South has grits. The North has green salads, the South has collard
greens. The North has lobsters, the South has crawfish. The North has the rust
belt; the South has the Bible Belt.
IF YOU MOVE TO THE SOUTH
Don't be surprised to find movie rentals and bait in the
same store... Do not buy food at this store. Remember, 'Y'all' is singular,
'all y'all' is plural, and 'all y'all's' is plural possessive. Get used to hearing
'You ain't from round he re, are ya?' Save all manner of bacon grease. You will
be instructed later on how to use it. Don't be worried at not understanding
what people are saying. The proper pronunciation you learned in school is no
longer proper. Be advised that 'He needed killin.' is a valid defense here. If
there is the prediction of the slightest chance of even the smallest
accumulation of snow, your presence is required at the local grocery store for milk and bread.
1…..”Experience is a hard
teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson afterward.” —Vernon
Law
2….."Life is a succession of lessons that must be
lived to be understood." --Helen Keller
3…..“The journey of 1,000 miles begins with one step.”
— Lao Tzu (Chinese philosopher)
4…..“I never won a fight in the ring; I always won in
preparation.” — Muhammad Ali
5…..“With the new day comes new strength and new
thoughts.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
GOOD OF THE
ORDER
AKERS, (daughter
Sharon) is welcomed into the HRC family.
CLARK, Kathi is doing
okay. She has spent a few days in the
hospital with “the virus” but is back with flying colors to her health care
facility.
CROSSLEY, Donna
and Fay have been dealing with that “cough” mess that has been going
around.
DAIGLE, Carol continues
to “doctor” for her lung situation.
Operation may be scheduled soon.
Bob is doing well, got to love him and his coffee cup.
MUSCARI, Eve and Frank
are doing well.
NELSON, Ed and wife Ruth
are doing well.
PAULY, Dennis and
Susan are doing well and looking forward to perhaps hosting the NWSA Historian
when they visit the East Coast.
SALVATO, Jack is having
operation 4/25 due to kidney issues. Our thoughts and prayers are with him as
he goes through this transition.
SHAFER, Steve and
Sylvia, no news.
STEINBRUCK, Capt. Chuck and Louise, no news.
WRIGHT, Bob no news.
The
Spring HRC meeting has been delayed in anticipation NWSA Historian visit to
area.
Respectfully submitted:
Fay M. Crossley HRC Secretary
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Source: Aerograph February 2024
HRC MOURNS THE LOSS
We lost our Matriarch leader Joan Akers, on
January 2, 2024. Joan was a
very active part of HRC and NWSA until deteriorating health limited her
activities. Joan was 92. You may recall some years ago the great
poetic/humorous notes in the Aerograph from “THE WEATHER MOUSE”. Joan along with her husband Floyd, who passed
away about 14 years ago, were among the initial members of the NWSA and were
big contributors to the Ideals of the association. It was Joan and Floyd that conceived and
built our Sea Gull mascot. He was in full glory during the Magnificent
Millenium reunion, which to US, was the best, ever. We send our deep sympathy to the Aker Family,
who will be having a Celebration Of Live for Joan on 2/10/24.
GOOD OF THE ORDER
AKERS, with Joan’s passing comes the end of an era for HRC. We will be collecting more of Joan and
Floyd’s Navy stuff over the next few weeks.
We understand there are lots of Reunion Cups, anyone missing any???
CLARK, Kathi is doing okay. She got through
a bought of “the virus” and she was about the only one with it at the
facility. Kathi is on FB, and does get
Email. She enjoys connection with HRC as
her father and mother Bud and Bev Scott were kingpins within the group.
CROSSLEY, Fay is coping well, though he IS getting older by the minute. Donna is doing well considering the physical
and mental problems she has to deal with.
DAIGLE, Bob is doing well, enjoys weekly volunteer work at church Pantry, he also
enjoys working out at the gym. Carol
recently had Meniscus repaired, and came through with flying colors.
MUSCARI, Frank is back to his usual 150% helpful mode, after his heart issues and
adjustments to pace maker. Frank says he will be fine through 105 then he will
re-evaluate. Eve is doing well, as she
copes with some health issues and tries to keep up with Frank.
NELSON, Ed has come through the two knee operations with great gusto. We know where he will be during the coming
nice weather, he expects to improve his handicap. Ruth is doing well and happy about Ed’s
outlook. [See photo below]
PAULY, Dennis and Susan are always busy and on the go, visiting far flung kids,
tanking care of their “ranch” and horses.
They recently had a run in with “cold” or “the virus. They are young!!!!
SALVATO, Jack is having some difficulty with mobility, but gets to meetings and eats
out a lot. So can’t be to bad. Jack moving to new digs soon, nice assisted
living place.
SHAFER, Steve and Syliva. Have been unable
to connect with them in some time, expect health issues, will keep trying.
STEINBRUCK, Capt. Chuck and
Louise, they are coping well and enjoying their new place.
WRIGHT, Bob has moved back to TN to be close to family, looks like a busy life for
him on FB. He continues to be an HRC
member, dues paid up to 2030.
The Winter HRC meeting was held on Wednesday, JAN 24, 2024, at our favorite
watering hole, Lucky Oyster. As always
food was great, service was great.
Waitress was Anna. Frank paid the
tab again. What a guy!!! We recommend you give Lucky Oyster a try if
in the area, there is a 10% discount for VETS.
In attendance were (7)…..Jack SALVATO,
Frank and Eve MUSCARI, Bob and Carol DAIGLE and Fay and Donna CROSSLEY.
Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
50-50 was won by Donna Crossley $25.
Grace and The Pledge Of Allegiance were led by the CMAA, Frank Muscari.
Bob Daigle, made a motion that the Secretaries report be accepted as sent via Email,
seconded by Jack Salvato, Motion passed.
Treasurer Bob Daigle, gave the
treasurer’s report; checking $1474.83, savings $2103.19. Some dues were collected at this
meeting. Jack Salvato, made a
motion to accept the report as read, motion seconded by Fay Crossley motion
carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
1…..Dissolving HRC. A discussion followed and it was decided, no further
action required at this time. HRC will
continue on current course, as long as acceptable by NWSA. We did discuss the possibility of making
donations on a routine basis much like we did a few years ago. Discussion will continue at next
meeting.
2…..Cancelling of $48 reunion, it was a sad thing to report this to the
membership. .
3…..Wisconsin; The records are to show the HRC appreciation to Dennis
Pauly, for the supper effort concerning the ships Upper Air program and we
would like to try to help with doing something for the Weather Office
itself.
NEW BUSINESS: :
1…..Venue for Spring Meeting, second week of April 7-13…..NOT TUE or SATI
can’t do SAT, Dennis.
2…..Bob Daigle made a motion that HRC should provide a life
membership to HRC for Katthi (Scott) Clark, seconded by Jack Salvato,
motion carried. .
Bob Daigle made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Jack
Salvato. Motion carried at 300pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Fay M. Crossley
HRC
Secretary
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LCDR Ed Nelson with wife Ruth and their adorable fur baby Echo. Much to Ed’s chagrin, he went
through two knee replacement surgeries last year during the months of peak golf
season. However, with the loving support
and encouragement of Ruth through a long rehab, he is now back on the links
during times of “clement” weather. All
the best to the Nelson’s and Echo, who was scheduled to have an operation for
bladder stones on 01/24
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November 2023 News Updated
The Fall Makeup meeting for the HRC was held on Friday NOV 1-, 2023, at the Lucky Oyster restaruarnt. Our waitress was Alexia, she has taken care of us before, the service was outstanding. Food was fantastic as always. AND, since Frank Muscari treated everyone to lunch it became all the better. Gifts of New York maple syrup was passed out as well, by the President.
In attendance were: (9) Frank and Eve muscari, Bob and Carol Daigle, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Fay and Donna Crossley and Jack Salvato.
Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches.
Grace and The Pledge Of Allegiance were led by the CMAA, Frank Muscari. In attendance were: (9) Frank and Eve muscari, Bob and Carol Daigle, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Fay and Donna Crossley and Jack Salvato.
Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches.
Grace and The Pledge Of Allegiance were led by the CMAA, Frank Muscari. In attendance were: (9) Frank and Eve muscari, Bob and Carol Daigle, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Fay and Donna Crossley and Jack Salvato.
Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches.
Grace and The Pledge Of Allegiance were led by the CMAA, Frank Muscari. IIn attendance were: (9) Frank and Eve Muscari, Bob and Carol Daigle, Dennis and Susan Pauly, Fay and Donna Crossley and Jack Salvato.
Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley. Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches. Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches. Meeting was called to order at 130 by President Fay Crossley.
Grace and The Pledge Of Allegiance were led by the CMAA, Frank Muscari.
50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches.
Grace and The Pledge Of Allegiance were led by the CMAA, Frank Muscari.
Frank Muscari, made a motion that the Secretaries report be accepted as sent via Email, seconded by Jack Salvato, Motion passed. 50-50 was won by Frank Muscari $35. It was suggested by Jack Salvato a presidency was set, so in the future those winning 50-50 could be required to pay for lunches.
Frank Muscari, made a motion that the Secretaries report be accepted as sent via Email, seconded by Jack Salvato, Motion passed. Treasurer Bob Daigle, gave the treasurer’s report; checking $1419.83, savings $2102.92. He reminded us dues were do at the January meeting. He also reminded the membership, that he would be the last member of HRC., as he would have to insure flowers were at everyone else’s funeral service. Jack Salvato, made a motion to accept the report as read, motion seconded by Dennis Pauly motion carried. Treasurer Bob Daigle, gave the treasurer’s report; checking $1419.83, savings $2102.92. He reminded us dues were do at the January meeting. He also reminded the membership, that he would be the last member of HRC., as he would have to insure flowers were at everyone else’s funeral service. Jack Salvato, made a motion to accept the report as read, motion seconded by Dennis Pauly motion carried. Treasurer Bob Daigle, gave the treasurer’s report; checking $1419.83, savings $2102.92. He reminded us dues were do at the January meeting. He also reminded the membership, that he would be the last member of HRC., as he would have to insure flowers were at everyone else’s funeral service. Jack Salvato, made a motion to accept the report as read, motion seconded by Dennis Pauly motion carried. Treasurer
Bob Daigle, gave the treasurer’s report; checking $1419.83, savings
$2102.92. He reminded us dues were do at
the January meeting. He also reminded
the membership, that he would be the last member of HRC., as he would have to
insure flowers were at everyone else’s funeral service. Jack Salvato, made a motion to accept
the report as read, motion seconded by Dennis Pauly motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
1…..Wisconsin Effort: Dennis Pauly, reviewed
the reasoning for postponing the visit in October. He settled concerns about Handicapped Parking
and the ability to navigate around the ship and Nauticus. There are few, if any, steps, everything is
ramp accessible. He will attempt to set
up an outing, so HRC members can see the balloon project. He wasn’t sure about the lunch being paid for
by the Members or Nauticus. Dennis
Pauly has led this effort with great determination and drive.
NEW BUSINESS:
1…..The President reviewed the difficulties the HRC members are facing with
their heath. He suggested the membership
think about talking over the possibility of dissolving HRC at our next meeting. A lengthy discussion followed. The subject will again be discussed at the
January meeting.
2…..The venue for our next meeting will again be Lucky Oyster. Pencil in JAN 7-13-2024 as meeting date
possibilities.
Dennis Pauly made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Jack
Salvato. Motion carried at 250pm.
- QUESTION: Which First Lady was the first to decorate
the White House for Halloween? Mamie
Eisenhower. “Decorations included skeletons hanging from the wall
lights, yellow jack-o’-lanterns, and shocks of dried corn in the corners of
the room,” the White House Historical Association explains, “and State Dining
Room columns that were decorated at their bases with brown corn stalks,
pumpkins, and red apples. The tables had miniature witches on broomsticks . .
. . Black cats, black owls, disembodied witch heads, and goblins hung from
the chandeliers in the foyer.
- QUESTION: One President’s daughter has an October
birthday. She celebrated her birthday with a White House Halloween
party one year. Which President/daughter? Jimmy Carter’s daughter Amy.
They watched the movie Frankenstein, too.
HRC FOLKS
Akers (Joan)…..We are unsure of her
situation, thoughts and prayers are with her.
Clark (Kathi)…..Kathi is doing well in
the assisted living place, she is always upbeat.
Crossley (Fay and Donna)…..Fay is helping Donna
though some difficult times.
Daigle (Bob and Carol)…..They just got back
from a trip to Florida, visiting kin folk and friends.
Muscari (Frank and Eve)…..Frank says he has a
new heart (just a bypass or two) so he has 25 more years to go. Eve is doing well and looking well.
Nelson (Ed and Ruth)…..Ed has had knee issues
and has gotten through them very well. He said couldn’t make this meeting had Dermatologist getting something
removed.
Pauly (Dennis and Susan)…..Dennis has been
working on fixing his farm equipment, Susan helps but she and tractor had a
disagreement, tractor won, Susan has bandaged wrist.
Salvato (Jack)…..Jack is doing well, he
gets around fairly well seems to go out to eat about every meal.
Shafer (Steve and Sylvia)…..serious health issues
prevented them from getting to meeting. Thoughts and prayers needed.
Steinbrack (Chuck and Louise…..they are doing okay,
Louise goes to PT so they had to miss out meeting, but wished us well.
Wright (Bob)…..has moved back to
TN. All the best Bob, keep in touch.
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Respectfully submitted:
Fay M. Crossley HRC Secretary
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Source: Aerograph November 2023
The HRC OCT meeting required postponement. We are attempting to catch up the second week of NOV. So there should be a big catchup HRC section of the Aerograph in JAN. HRC folks are doing fairly well. Seems that age thing is creeping up on us all.
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An always upbeat Jack
Salvato, seated back left, enjoying lunch with (clockwise from back right) son
and daughter-in-law, daughter, brother and grandson. Jack is one of
those exceptional people that makes the best of any situation. He
loves our meetings and always has the Shrimp basket. For the most part, all goes well with Jack,
but he could use some extra prayers now and then.
Some Murphy’s Laws 1…..Mechanical Repair - - After your hands become coated with grease, your nose will begin to itch and you'll have to pee. 2…..Gravity - - Any tool, nut, bolt, screw, when dropped, will roll to the least accessible place in the universe. 3…..Random Numbers - - If you dial a wrong number, you never get a busy signal; someone always answers. 4…..Variation - - If you change lines (or traffic lanes), the one you were in will always move faster than the one you are in now. 5…..Biomechanics - - The severity of the itch is inversely proportional to the reach. 6…..Coffee - - As soon as you sit down to a cup of hot coffee, your boss will ask you to do something which will last until the coffee is cold. 7…..Physical Surfaces - - The chances of an open-faced jelly sandwich landing face down on a floor are directly correlated to the newness and cost of the carpet or rug. 8…..Logical Argument - - Anything is possible IF you don't know what you are talking about. 9…..Public Speaking - - A closed mouth gathers no feet. 10…..Doctors - - If you don't feel well, make an appointment to go to the doctor, by the time you get there, you'll feel better. Respectfully submitted: Fay M. Crossley HRC Secretary
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On March 8, 2023, NWSA long time member, Marge Cruse celebrated her 100th birthday. Don and Marge were very active members of NWSA, pretty much from its inception. Through the glory years of the association, Don and Marge worked hard to keep the many friendships going well. The Potomac Chapter and the many functions it conceived were a joy to be part of. The picnics at the creek, to reunions in the Capital District. Don took on the difficult job of Historian and would be proud of how it has matured under leaderships that followed in his footsteps. Marge was always by his side as Don’s partner. Pictures are of Marge and her beautiful cake and with her daughter Donna and Son David. She was thankful for the many cards, calls and flowers that NWSA folks sent her way. Am sure NWSA wishes Marge continued wellbeing and happiness in the years to come.
Submitted by Fay Crossley, HRC Pres/Sec.
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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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