★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★
1LT Stephen Hastings '76, USMC was lost on November 23, 1979, when the F-4S he was aboard "crashed into the sea off San Clemente island." He was a member of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232. His radar intercept officer, Captain Steven R. Sammet, also died in the crash.
A native of Reno, Nevada, the Lucky Bag said "…his loyalty to country and fundamental sense of duty and professionalism will undoubtedly lead to ultimate success and happiness."
He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and sister.
To Honor! ⚓
https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/STEPHEN_C._HASTINGS,_1LT,_USMC