BRIAN C. HAWLEY, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Brian Hawley, USN '84 was lost lost on April 14, 1988 when the A-6E Intruder he was aboard crashed about 25 miles south of Chehalis, in southwestern Washington. The pilot was also killed; they were members of Attack Squadron (VA) 145, based at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington.

A native of South Lake Tahoe, California, Brian majored in aerospace engineering at the academy. Upon graduation he completed flight training and became a Naval Flight Officer. He is remembered as a "laid-back Californian skibum."

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MARK A. PRUSINSKI, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Mark Prusinski, USN '84 was lost on March 28, 1990 when the aircraft he was piloting crashed near the Naval Weapons Center China Lake, California.

Mark was born in Tarrytown, New York but came to the academy from Litchfield, Minnesota. At the Naval Academy he studied aerospace engineering and was a member of the Glee Club. After graduation he became a Naval Aviator, piloting the A-6E Intruder with Attack Squadron (VA) 196. He twice deployed with this squadron to the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

He had been assigned to the weapons station since August 1989.

Survivors include his wife Michelle, mother Joanne, brother Norman, sisters Linda Sroufe and Donna Sershen, and his grandmother Mary Segretta.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/MARK_A._PRUSINSKI,_LT,_USN

DANIEL J. ADAMS, CAPT, USMC

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

CAPT Daniel Adams, USMC '84 was lost on October 16, 1991 when the UH-1 Huey helicopter he was aboard crashed near the Dalton Sea, California. The three other Marines aboard were also killed; they were members of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169 stationed at Camp Pendelton, California.

A native of Brick, New Jersey, Daniel attended the Naval Academy Preparatory School for a year prior to entering the Naval Academy. He majored in Ocean Engineering.

Daniel was survived by his wife Susan, a daughter, his parents, a brother and three sisters. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/DANIEL_J._ADAMS,_CAPT,_USMC

RICHARD M. MCBRIDE, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Richard McBride, USN '84 was lost on January 14, 1992 when the aircraft he was aboard collided with another aircraft and crashed near Corpus Christi, Texas. He was an instructor pilot with Training Squadron (VT) 27.

From the September 1992 issue of "Shipmate":

Born in Houston, Tx., Rich was the son of astronaut Capt. John McBride USN (Ret.) and Brenda (Mrs. John) Edinburgh. He graduated from Clear Creek High School, lettering in football and baseball and setting several standing school athletic records.

At the Academy, Rich was honored to represent his alma mater at West Point in 1982. After graduation, he was a research assistant at NASA in Houston and then entered the Naval Aviation pipeline, earning his wings and assignment in the LAMPS community.

Rich is survived by his wife Lynn; children Megan A. and Richard M., II, who was born 6 April 1992; his parents, a brother Jon; a sister, Melissa Hunt; and his grandparents.

Richard's page on Virtual Memorial Hall includes a long and loving tribute to him from his sister-in-law, whom he never met.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/RICHARD_M._MCBRIDE,_LT,_USN

JOHN S. BATES, LCDR, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LCDR John Bates, USN '84 was lost on January 29, 1996 when the F-14 Tomcat he was piloting crashed into a house near Nashville, Tennessee. His radar intercept officer was also killed, as were three people on the ground.

From the April 1996 issue of "Shipmate:"

Stacy was born on 20 July 1962 to Les and Peggy Bates in Nashville, Tennessee. He spent most of his childhood growing up in Valdosta, Georgia, before moving to Chattanooga in 1977. He graduated from Tyner High School in 1980, where he was a star athlete, and was appointed to the Naval Academy with the Class of 1984. A member of the 15th company, he played baseball, lightweight football and several intramural sports while at the Academy.

After graduation Stacy proceeded to NAS Pensacola to commence Naval Flight Officer training. He earned his NFO wings in October 1985 and began his training as a Radar Intercept Officer in the F-14 Tomcat at NAS Miramar.

Upon completion of the RAG, Stacy reported to the "Aardvarks" of VF-114. After a 3 year tour with VF-114 he was selected for the pilot transition program and underwent training at NAS Whiting Field and NAS Meridian. He earned his pilot wings in August 1991 and once again returned to the F-14 RAG at Miramar.

Stacy then reported to the "Black Lions" of VF- 213 in October 1992. While assigned to VF-213, he was selected to attend the prestigious Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN). He additionally completed his second and third deployments to the Western Pacific/Arabian Gulf, participating in Operation Southern Watch, where he flew combat missions over Iraq.

Stacy's personal awards include the Air Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal and numerous campaign ribbons.

Sadly Stacy leaves behind his loving wife Christina and beautiful 12 week old daughter Savannah. He had many great achievements in his life, but none made him prouder than his marriage and the birth of his daughter.

Stacy, affectionately known as "Sprout", will always be remembered by his friends and classmates for his deep concern for and unwavering dedication to his fellow man and his country. His southern charm enabled him to quickly make friends everywhere he went and he truly touched the lives of those he met. He was an exceptional husband, father, son, friend and shipmate. He will be deeply missed by us all.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/JOHN_S._BATES,_LCDR,_USN

MARK A. EHLERS, LCDR, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LCDR Mark Ehlers, USN '84 was lost on February 4, 1997 when the S-3 Viking aircraft he was piloting crashed into the Mediterranean Sea. Three other crewmen were also lost; they were members of member of Sea Control Squadron (VS) 22 and operating from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).

From the April 1997 issue of Shipmate:

Mark was native of Yucaipa, CA and entered the Naval Academy on 8 July 1980 with the Class of 1984. While at the Naval Academy he starred on the nationally ranked rugby team and earned a degree in oceanography. Following graduation, Mark reported to NAS Pensacola where he achieved his Wings of Gold and was designated a Naval Flight Officer in May 1986. It was in Pensacola that Mark met and married his partner in life the former Susan Imhof. Mark was qualified as a Tactical Coordinator in the S-3 in VS-41 in San Diego in 1987 and reported to VS-28 in Jacksonville, FL. With the Gamblers of VS-28, "Eels" made two deployments onboard FORESTAL. He was then assigned to the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA where he earned an MS in operations analysis. Mark then reported back to Cecil Field where he made one deployment with VS-31 aboard GEORGE WASHINGTON and finally to VS-22 where he was serving as the squadron Administrative Officer.

Mark brought everything he did an energy and a love of life that was unsurpassed. There was nothing false or hidden about Mark Ehlers. It was these qualities that bonded him to everyone he came in contact with. Whenever Mark moved on, he left behind a cadre of best friends. By his example he has permanently changed the lives of those who knew him. His unquenchable desire to always do just a little more or a little better was contagious and will be his legacy. Many people talk of making a difference; Mark made a difference. He not only made this world a better place, but he provided promise for our future with the time, love and guidance he gave our children. Whether it was coaching softball, teaching his own kids or lovingly holding a friends child in his arms, Mark was an inspirational role model.

Mark is survived by his loving wife Sue; his three children: Katie, Ryan and Elizabeth; his parents: Mell and Sally Ehlers of Banning, CA; his brother and sister-in-law: Kurt and Helen Ehlers of Rio de Janeiro; and countless best friends.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/MARK_A._EHLERS,_LCDR,_USN

PETER G. OSWALD, CDR, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

CDR Peter Oswald, USN '84 was lost on August 27, 2002 during a "fast rope" exercise from an Army helicopter in El Salvador. He was a SEAL and commanding officer of Naval Special Warfare Unit FOUR based at Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico.

He grew up in Bellingham, graduating from Sehome High School. A star student and athlete, he played football for the Naval Academy, and was a center on the NCAA, Division 1A All East Football team in 1983. He graduated in 1984 with a degree in ocean engineering. In 1988, he graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition School to become a SEAL.

His classmate remembers: "Pete was a quiet gentleman or even a modern-day Renaissance Man off of the [football] field. On the field, he was a skilled technician. He was always prepared. He embraced a life that we all idolize: top physical condition, genius-level IQ, tenacious competitor, humble victor, dependable friend, loving husband and completely-captured father of three beautiful little girls. You can take any one segment of his life and reflect on ways to emulate and improve your own. He was truly special."

Pete was survived by his wife, Jennifer, and three daughters, Sarah, Alicia and Margaret; his parents, Harold and Dorothy; and brothers, Stephen and Michael.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/PETER_G._OSWALD,_CDR,_USN

DAVID M. PIMPLE, 1LT, USMC

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

1LT David Pimple, USMC '85 was lost when the CH-53 helicopter he was piloting crashed near P'ohang, South Korea on March 20, 1989. Seventeen other Marines and a Navy corpsman were also killed.

A native of Sierra Vista, Arizona, Dave was a standout runner on the track and crosscountry teams. He continued this for three years at the Academy.

Dave was survived by his father and two brothers.

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https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/DAVID_M._PIMPLE,_1LT,_USMC

GREGORY MCMICHAEL, ENS, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

ENS Gregory McMichael, USN '86 was lost on April 15, 1987 when the T-34C he was piloting crashed during his "safe-for-solo" flight check near Chumuckla, Florida. His instructor was also killed. They were members of Training Squadron (VT) 2.

An '87 alumni remembered Greg: "One [Naval Academy Preparatory School] platoon-mate who stood out was Greg. Greg was a short, stocky, powerfully-built black dude straight outta Brooklyn, NY (he graduated from the renowned Erasmus Hall High School in Flatbush, where he was a star wrestler). At that point in my life, I'd never known anyone who was actually from New York (much less Brooklyn), and as such I always assumed (misguidedly) that anyone from there must be a gang member or some sort of badass. Greg WAS a badass, but in a different way. He carried himself with calm dignity and good humor, and while he wasn't an academic genius per se, he had an innate sense of intelligence that surpassed even the smartest students there. …

"Greg probably never knew how much I looked up to him - shoot, nobody talked about stuff like that, especially in their late teens and twenties; it would have seemed sort of weird. And besides, back then, it didn't need to be said - we were young, and were going to live forever, so there was plenty of time for that later. And now, it's far too late to tell him so. To me, he's not just a name on a plaque on a wall, but someone I knew and admired, and will always remember."

A company-mate added: "An absolute class act, Greg was both comical and intense in a unique mix that just worked. As someone who was eternally at the bottom of the PE classes, I was able to enjoy being able to do one (and only one!) sport better than Greg – swimming. Greg swam like a helicopter flies – by beating the water into submission. But, like everything else in his life, he overcame that, too."

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/GREGORY_MCMICHAEL,_ENS,_USN

ANTHONY W. STANCIL, CAPT, USMCR

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

CAPT Anthony Stancil, USMCR, '86 was lost on July 27, 1990 when the UH-1N Huey helicopter he was co-piloting crashed in the Chocolate Mountain Bombing Range, about 55 miles from Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona. The pilot was also lost. They were members of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 367, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, stationed at Camp Pendleton, California.

In the Lucky Bag: "Tony blinked into the Academy and left behind his hogs, dogs one, two, and three, and coon hunting. Tony was famous for his ability to utterly confuse everyone before EE tests (the rotor and the stator). He had an uncanny knack of being able to pull himself out of potential academic trouble with final exams. Tony studied SEAL tactics to figure out how to deal with his profs."

A native of Merry Hill, North Carolina, Anthony earned his wings as a Naval Aviator in May 1988. He had been with HMLA 367 since late November 1988.

He was survived by his parents and his brother.

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https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/ANTHONY_W._STANCIL,_CAPT,_USMCR

JAY A. WILLIAMSON, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Jay Williamson, USN '86 was lost on March 21, 1991 when the P-3 Orion aircraft he was aboard collided with another over the Pacific Ocean about 60 miles from San Diego. Twenty-six other men -- the full crews of both aircraft -- were also killed.

A native of Moore, Oklahoma, according to his Lucky Bag biography "Jay decided he didn't want to waste his keen mind and sharp wit on academics. So, he searched for a sport . . . 150's took him and handed him an N-star . . . his other sport handed him a "black" one."

"He was the best friend a man could have on this earth," said one of his childhood friends.

Jay was survived by his wife, two children, parents, his brother, and two sisters.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/JAY_A._WILLIAMSON,_LT,_USN

DENNIS L. REDMOND, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Dennis Redmond, USN '86 was lost on March 21, 1991 when the P-3 Orion aircraft he was aboard collided with another over the Pacific Ocean about 60 miles from San Diego. Twenty-six other men -- the full crews of both aircraft -- were also killed.

A native of Freehold, New Jersey, "Dennis' articulate verbosity and boisterous laugh would echo through Bancroft Hall. Dennis caught a wild hair early in his academy career, opting for an engineering major, but his love of the rack soon swayed him into the history major."

Shortly before beginning flight training, he was in an accident that severely injured his right foot. After months of surgery and a year of physical rehabilitation he was able to obtain a medical waiver to rejoin the flight program. He had been with Patrol Squadron (VP) 50, Naval Air Station Moffett Field, since October 1989.

"He had a beautiful smile, a tremendous laugh, a generous heart and a kind word for everyone."

Dennis was survived by his wife, Elizabeth; parents, Leo and Kathleen; sister Alison Bonner; brother Michael; paternal grandmother; and his maternal grandparents.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/DENNIS_L._REDMOND,_LT,_USN

ROBERT W. STEVENSON, III, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Robert Stevenson, III, USN '86 was lost on September 9, 1992 when the F/A-18 Hornet he was piloting crashed in Nevada while on a night training mission. He was a member of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25, based at Naval Air Station Lemoore, California but operating from Nellis AFB, Nevada.

A native of Memphis, Tennessee, he completed his training as a naval aviator in January 1989. Due to his abilities he was selected as one of the squadron's first night-vision goggles pilots, senior squadron landing signals officer, and training officer.

Robert was survived by his wife, Lee Ann, and two or three sons. ("Shipmate" gives Bobby and John; Command History of VFA 25 adds William.)

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/ROBERT_W._STEVENSON,_III,_LT,_USN

TIMOTHY M. CURRY, MAJ, USMC

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

Major Timothy Curry, USMC '86 was lost on March 10, 1999 when the F/A-18C Hornet he was piloting crashed in Alaska while on a training mission.

A native of Pine Hill, New Jersey, he excelled as a wrestler. In 1982, he was crowned the 188-pound state champion. During his high school career he compiled a 95-11-2 record, and also played quarterback on his 11-0 championship team in 1981. He was also the school's student body president. In 1988 Timothy was elected to the South Jersey Wrestling Hall of Fame.

His coach said, "Tim was a very special person who you could see early on was destined for greatness. Tim was the all-American kid."

As a Marine, Timothy was a flight instructor and flew 40 combat missions in the first Gulf War. He was a member of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 212 at the time of his death.

Survivors were his wife, Karen Lynn, son Michael, 5, daughter Alexandra, 9; parents Donald and Marcella, two brothers Don Jr. and Brian, and a sister Denise.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/TIMOTHY_M._CURRY,_MAJ,_USMC

DAVID S. GREENE, LTCOL, USMCR

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LtCol David Greene, USMCR '86 was killed in action on July 28, 2004 when he was struck by ground fire while piloting an attack helicopter in Anbar Province, Iraq.

David was a native of Camden, New York. The author of his Lucky Bag biography wrote, "Dave never confused his priorities, with academics running a cool last place."

He served on active duty until 1997, and was recalled in January 2004 to serve with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 775. As a civilian he was a project manager at BF Goodrich Aerospace in Vergennes, Vermont.

David was remembered as having "unassuming nobility," and a "humor, wit and a perpetual smile for all around him. He effortlessly enriched the lives of all with whom he came in contact."

He was survived by his wife Sarah, children Wesley and Jena, parents, two sisters and a brother.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php?title=DAVID_S._GREENE,_LTCOL,_USMCR

JASON K. SKUBI, LTJG, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LTjg Jason Skubi, USN '87 was lost on June 22, 1990 when the CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter he was piloting crashed off the coast of Virginia. He and his crew, members of Helicopter Combat Support Squadron (HC) 8, were flying from Norfolk Naval Air Station to USS Detroit (AOE 4).

A native of Sandpoint, Idaho, in high school he was a member of the National Honor Society, the soccer team, and ski club.

Jason was survived by his wife, the former Kelly Walter, and his parents.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/JASON_K._SKUBI,_LTJG,_USN

MARK D. HAMILTON, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Mark Hamilton, USN '87 was lost on March 21, 1991 when the P-3C Orion he was aboard collided with another about 60 miles southeast of San Diego. All twenty-seven men aboard both aircraft were killed; they were members of Patrol Squadron (VP) 50, Naval Air Station Moffett Field, California.

A native of Cedarburg, Wisconsin, he majored in aerospace engineering at the Naval Academy -- and also minored in English. He was the lightweight crew team captain as a 1/c.

He earned his naval aviator wings on February 7, 1989 at Mather Air Force Base, California. He had been with VP-50 since September 1989 and deployed once to the Philippines.

Mark was survived by Thomas and Janet Hamilton; his brother, Paul D. Hamilton, Captain, USAF; sister Anne (Jeff) Raskiewicz; and special friend Lt. Janet M. Walters, USN.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/MARK_D._HAMILTON,_LT,_USN

NED W. METCALF, JR., LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LT Ned Metcalf, Jr., USN ‘87 was lost on March 21, 1991 when the P-3C Orion he was aboard collided with another about 60 miles southeast of San Diego. All twenty-seven men aboard both aircraft were killed.

His high school yearbook and the Lucky Bag both mention his desire to fly. After his loss: "He always wanted to fly," his aunt said. "That's all he ever wanted to do."

Ned was survived by his fiancé and mother.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/NED_W._METCALF,_JR.,_LT,_USN

WILLIAM R. MUSCHA, LCDR, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

LCDR William Muscha, USN '87 was lost on May 8, 2002 when the T-39 training aircraft he was aboard crashed into the Gulf of Mexico, likely after colliding with another. William was an instructor. Six other men were killed, including John Wilt '00.

William's plebe roommate remembered, "He came from Fargo with his violin case and a dream to be a Navy pilot. He was a great American who was taken from us way too soon."

In the Lucky Bag: "After graduation, Bill will put his aero ability to work as an NFO, and hopefully land in the space program. When I reminisce about "my Academy days," the first person who will come to mind will be my friend and roommate, Bill Muscha. I don't think I'll ever forget Bill's warm, friendly, often mischievous grin, and his loyal friendship during the glory years of 7th Company. Thanks for everything, Bill!"

William was survived by his wife, their six children, his parents, and his sister.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/WILLIAM_R._MUSCHA,_LCDR,_USN

STEVEN E. PONTELL, ENS, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

ENS Steven Pontell, USN ‘88 was lost on October 28, 1989 when the T-2C he was piloting crashed aboard USS Lexington (CV 16).

From the January-February issue of "Shipmate":

A native of Chicago, Illinois, he graduated from Buffalo Grove High School before appointment to the Naval Academy and graduation with the Class of 1988. As a Midshipman, he set his sights on Naval Air. He was described by his Classmates as an achiever, someone with a "cheerful smile and a positive attitude."

At the time of his death, he was attached to Training Squadron 19 at the Naval Air Station, Meridian, Mississippi.

His father Gary Pontell, said, "He had always been interested in being a Navy pilot. He excelled at the Naval Academy (and) was in the top 25 percent of his Class. He truly loved the Academy, the people and the prestige that went along with it."

Ens. Pontell is survived by his father and mother (Marilyn) of Columbia, Maryland; and two brothers, Michael, a senior at the University of Maryland, and Darin, 14, a freshman at Atholton High School in Columbia.

Steven’s brother, Darin, graduated the Naval Academy in 1998 and was killed in the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php?title=STEVEN_E._PONTELL,_ENS,_USN