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COMBAT CONTROL
ASSOCIATION NEWS
First There
Since 1953
Issue 29
June 2013
Combat Control Association
P.O. Box 432
Mary Esther, Fl 32569-0432
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AF's most combat-decorated unit since Vietnam
War honors latest heroes
Maj Friedman Saves Motorist
Pope CCT honor SSgt “Big Andy” Harvell
Hall of Fame Committee Seeks Nominations
Combat Controller inducted in Commando Hall
of Honor
Maj Lawson makes appearance in “Hawaii FiveO”
Special Delivery to the 23 STS
Notification of Security Breech
CCS Grads
STTS Grads
CCT Obituaries
Letters to the Editor
CCA President’s Corner
Member Eligibility
Reunion Donation Letter
Sponsorship Partner Levels
Reunion Notes
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The CCA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable,
non-profit association registered with the State
of Florida whose functions are completely
unrelated to any official business of the United
States Air Force. The CCA Tax Exempt ID #
is 59-3401018.
Lt. Gen. Eric E. Fiel pins
the Silver Star Medal
onto Staff Sgt. Adam
Krueger at a ceremony
at Joint Base LewisMcChord, Wash., Jan.
24, 2013. Krueger, a
22nd Special Tactics
Squadron combat
controller, was
awarded the medal for
displaying gallantry in action against an armed enemy of the United
States, risking his life in order to direct life-saving air support, as well
as exposing himself in order to direct a medical evacuation
helicopter to the scene, during a 12-hour firefight in Afghanistan in
2010. Fiel is the Air Force Special Operations Command commander.
(U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Sean Tobin)
AF's most combat-decorated unit since
Vietnam War honors latest heroes
by Capt. Belena S. Marquez
Air Force Special Operations Command Public
Affairs
1/26/2013 - JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, Wash. -The most combat-decorated Air Force unit since the
end of the Vietnam War named more heroes Jan. 23-24
during medal presentation ceremonies at Portland Air
National Guard Base, Portland, Ore., and Joint Base
Lewis-McChord, Wash.
The 24th Special Operations Wing gained one
Silver Star, six Bronze Star medals with Valor, and seven
Bronze Star medals when Airmen from the 22nd Special
Tactics Squadron were recognized with the nation's
third and fourth highest combat decorations.
"Like many, the Airmen's willingness to serve at
the tip of the spear, directly going into harm's way to
attack the enemy time after time, represents the best of
America," said Col. Robert Armfield, commander of the
24th SOW. "We are proud to see their sacrifice
recognized. It gives us a chance to pause for just a
moment to thank these special operators and, more
importantly, to recognize their families, who bear the
burden of this relentless mission."
During the ceremony, Staff Sgt. Adam Krueger
was awarded the Silver Star, the third highest combat
military decoration in the United States, for gallantry in
action against an enemy of the United States while
engaged in military operations.
While on a foot patrol, his team was ambushed by an
entrenched enemy less than 10 meters from the
friendly position. The Army Special Forces team was
immediately pinned down and then Senior Airman
Krueger directed an F-15 strafing run within meters of
his position to allow the friendly patrol to fight their
way into a compound and establish a strong point.
"He took care of us on that day," said one of
Krueger's Special Forces teammates, who attended the
ceremony.
During the subsequent 12-hour firefight, two
Soldiers were hit with enemy rounds. Kruger exposed
himself to enemy fire in order to direct another air
attack to allow the wounded members to be moved to
safety. He then exposed himself again to mark the
landing zone for the medical evacuation helicopter,
enabling the life-saving patient evacuation. Additionally,
Airman Krueger directed nine danger-close airstrikes.
Krueger's receipt of the medal marks the 32nd
Silver Star earned by Air Force Special Operations
Command Special Tactics Airmen since 9/11.
"It takes an uncommon bravery to put oneself
in direct danger," said Lt. Gen. Eric Fiel, AFSOC
commander. "If I were to ask any one of these men
what they think about these decorations, I'm sure that
they would all humbly respond that they were just
doing their job."
Fiel told the audience what doing their job and
more means for a deployed combat controller as he
described actions that resulted in the sixth Silver Star
awarded to the 22nd STS.
"Repeatedly exposing oneself to enemy fire
after being pinned down by a coordinated, lethal
ambush, coordinating for nine danger-close air strikes
which allowed your teammates to seek cover and
recover wounded personnel, and providing suppressive
fire while simultaneously marking a landing zone to
enable a life-saving patient evacuation, without regard
to one's own safety, as Staff Sgt. Adam Krueger did, is
more than just doing your job," he said.
Fiel also recognized the courageous actions of
the Bronze Star and Bronze Star with Valor recipients.
The Bronze Star is the fourth highest combat
honor in the United States and is awarded for acts of
bravery and meritorious service against an armed
enemy of the United States. When the Bronze Star is
awarded for heroism, it is annotated by a bronze "V"
device, which designates valor.
Many of the honorees were awarded their third
or fourth Bronze Star. As a result, they received oak leaf
clusters, which are worn on the medal or ribbon to
indicate subsequent awards.
According to the medal citations, the recipients
contributed to coordinated air attacks, ground combat
support, casualty medical evacuation capabilities, and
lives saved, all while engaged in combat operations.
"Though each of these men are being
recognized for their courage, these decorations were
earned in years [of preparation]--through long physical,
mental and technical training pipelines. Across
experiences from previous deployments and through
the lessons passed on by the men who bore the
standard before them," Fiel said.
In order to earn the right to wear the scarlet
beret, the mark of combat controllers, candidates must
complete 35 weeks of initial training. Additional training
for the career field includes pipeline courses which
result in mastery of parachuting skills, combat diving,
survival techniques, special tactics skills and
qualifications in air traffic control.
Lt. Col. Thad Allen, 22 STS commander, who has
known the Silver Star recipient since 2008, said Krueger,
like many other Combat Controllers across AFSOC,
trained for years honing his skills to deal with the
complexities of combat.
"Often, it's Senior Airmen, like Adam, making
life or death decisions under fire, with potential
strategic impact. That in and of itself is impressive," he
said.
During the ceremony speech, Fiel also addressed the
family members in attendance.
"Between a demanding pace of today's global
special operations and your community's commitment
to quiet professionalism we do not come together often
enough to recognize the tremendous dedication of our
special tactics," Fiel said. "But it is truly a pleasure for
me to reflect on their accomplishments, particularly in
the presence of family members and of course, the
squadron teammates."
He also emphasized the significance of family
support to the AFSOC mission and offered them a
special message.
"I thank you personally for everything you do,
every day for the nation," Fiel said. "It does not go
unnoticed. Our military families make extraordinary,
unique sacrifices to support our mission and we
sincerely appreciate your contributions to our nation's
security."
Before the group heard the citations, Fiel
prepared to award the medals to the 13 recipients with
one final statement.
"The stories...are inspiring and call each of us to
rededicate ourselves, preparing for our own moment of
opportunity, when a critical mission and the lives of our
teammates will demand that we realize our full
potential."
The honorees were:
Silver Star and Bronze Star:
Staff Sgt. Adam Krueger
Bronze Star with Valor Recipients:
Master Sgt. Douglas Neville
Tech. Sgt. Michael Orlando
Staff Sgt. Joshua Busch
Staff Sgt. Jeremiah Roberts
Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Salazar
Staff Sgt. Michael Wilhelm
Bronze Star Recipients:
Captain Joshua Barlow
Tech. Sgt. Michael A. Kurta
Tech. Sgt. Matthew McKenna
Senior Airman Benjamin De Boer
Senior Airman Christopher Kagan
Senior Airman John Moyle
(Editor's note: Airmen at the 125th Special Tactics Squadron received
two Bronze Stars with Valor, four Bronze Stars, and a Purple Heart
during a ceremony at Portland Air National Guard Base, Portland,
Ore., Jan. 23.)
Special Tactics Officer saves N.C. woman
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - In the midst of smoke and blood,
the special tactics officer's training kicked in, and he set
to work.
This time he was not operating in the deserts of
Afghanistan. He was administering lifesaving care in
Fayetteville, N.C.
Maj. Francis Damon Friedman,
director of operations at the 21st Special Tactics
Squadron, Pope Field, N.C., was on his way to work the
morning of Jan. 29 when he saw a Toyota Tundra veer
off the road, hit an electrical pole at about 65 mph and
launch into a tree-lined ditch. Friedman immediately
rushed to the accident site where he found one woman,
the driver of the vehicle, trapped in the truck. He said
his first thought was "I need to gather a team to see if
we can get to the victim." Friedman said he felt a sense
of urgency to help the woman because the engine block
was smoking heavily and looked like it was on fire. He
corralled three onlookers to assist him in tearing tree
limbs away from the entrance door only to find he could
not pry it open. So, he smashed the truck bed cab
window and climbed inside He administered first aid
care to the victim, who was slipping in and out of
consciousness and was in a state of shock, Friedman
said.
When responders from the Spring Lake Fire
Department arrived, they found Friedman talking to the
woman and supporting her neck and spine. Capt.
Steven Barker of the Spring Lake Fire Department
credited Friedman for applying the C-spine hold on the
woman, which he said is critical to preventing paralysis
in the case of an accident of this magnitude. "The
gentleman was asked if he wanted to come out (of the
truck) which he denied," Barker said. "By doing this it
spared us an extra person to assist in the extrication
process." The paramedics were not able to fit in the
truck with Friedman and the victim, so Friedman
reported vitals, gave the medics his initial assessment of
her condition, assisted with the IV and applied her neck
brace. He stayed with the woman holding her up for
approximately an hour until the Jaws of Life were used
to cut open the door, giving the medics access to her.
Lt. Col. Spencer Cocanour, commander of the
21st Special Tactics Squadron, called Friedman an
outstanding representative of the special tactics
community. "Maj. Friedman was in the exact right
place at the right time," Cocanour said. "I am glad to see
he was able to take his warfighting training and apply it
during peacetime."
Friedman said he was humbled by the attention
garnered by his heroic act. "I was doing exactly for that
lady what any of my operators would do for me,"
Friedman said. "Any one of my guys would do that, and
that's just our breed in special tactics. I am just honored
it was my time to help."
Airmen shoulder the load in remembrance of
fallen comrade
Control School.A brief ceremony honoring fallen special
tactics operators concluded the event with students,
instructors and current operators in attendance.
Hall of Fame Committee Seeks
Nominations
(U.S. Air Force photo by Adam Luther)
440th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
by Adam Luther
3/26/2013 - POPE FIELD, N.C. (AFNS) -- Special tactics
operators from across Pope Field, N.C., took part in a
six-mile walk around the flightline carrying a log
dedicated to a fallen comrade March 15. The log, carved
in honor of Staff Sgt. Andrew Harvell, has an estimated
weight of 1,250 pounds. Harvell's nickname "Big Andy"
is carved on one side of the log and his mantra "Victory
or Valhalla" is carved on the other. Harvell was killed in
action while serving in Afghanistan, Sept. 9, 2011."We
have prospective students carry logs and poles to
promote team work, motivation and pride," said Senior
Master Sgt Scott Innis, Combat Control School
commandant. "After the pole was finished, the staff at
Combat Control School decided that combat controllers
should carry it before students. We went further and
invited the 21st and 24th Special Tactics Squadrons to
be involved, as Andy
had been assigned to
both during
(SSgt Andrew W.
Harvell, KIA
Afghanistan, August 6,
2011. Photo courtesy of
cctmemorial.com)
his brief career. We
split the distance evenly around the flight line." The
journey around the flightline started and ended with
the instructors from the Combat Control School and
was passed to the special tactics squadrons along the
route. -The one rule for this trip was the log doesn't
touch the ground again until it is back at the Combat
The Combat Control Association (CCA) will induct
the charter members of the CCA Hall of Fame
(HoF) at the October 19, 2012 CCA Banquet.
Nomination criteria, which has been developed by
the HoF Committee and approved by the Board of
Directors is available on the CCA Website, to
include eligibility and nomination guidance. The
CCA will accept nominations at any time, but no
later than 31 July of the year to be considered. The
HoF Committee will review submissions during
August 2013 and notify selectees by September
2013 to provide selectees sufficient time to plan
their attendance. Nomination packages should be
sent to the CCA HoF Committee, P.O. Box 432,
Mary Esther, FL 32566-0432.
Questions or
clarification guidance may be obtained by
contacting Board of Directors Member Rick
Crutchfield @ rwcrutch@mchsi.com or (850) 3966057.
Controller inducted in Commando Hall of Honor
(Adm. William H. McRaven, commander U.S. Special
Operations Command presents the Commando Hall of Honor
award to CMSgt (ret) Wayne Norrad)
By Rachel Arroyo
Air Force Special Operations Command Public Affairs
5/17/2013 - HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. -- A former Air Force
Special Operations Command combat controller and
command chief was recognized for more than 45 years
of service to the special operations community through
induction into the Commando Hall of Honor May 15.
Retired Chief Master Sgt. Wayne Norrad was
inducted into the United States Special Operations
Command Hall of Honor during the 2013 Special
Operations Forces Industry Conference gala dinner in
Tampa, Fla.
The Commando Hall of Honor recognizes the
accomplishments of individuals who have distinguished
themselves
through
unique
and
prestigious
contributions to the special operations community.
Norrad is credited as one of the developmental
pioneers of combat control and pararescue, responsible
for helping shape the joint special operations team into
what it is today.
He developed High Altitude High Opening
parachute insertion procedures, worked to instill special
duty assignment pay for combat controllers and
pararescuemen, and secured the Valor device for Air
Force Commendation and Achievement Medals so
junior enlisted Airmen could be recognized for their
actions in combat.
Norrad was on the ground in Panama in pursuit
of Manuel Noriega during Operation Just Cause and was
the senior special tactics noncommissioned officer
during combat operations in Desert Shield and Storm.
He was also the combat controller who opened Kuwait
City International Airport under enemy fire before the
close of the conflict.
When he found out he was being inducted into
the Hall of Honor, Norrad said he was extremely
humbled his name will be counted alongside those of
men like Col. John Carney and Brig. Gen. Harry "Heinie"
Aderholt.
"It's not just me getting this award," Norrad
said. "It's everyone who has trained with me, been to
war with me, touched me. They are part of your
makeup, and so when I'm going into these awards it
isn't really just me. It's my whole team going in."
Norrad, of Saco, Maine, has maintained that
sense of leadership, quiet professionalism and
commitment to the mission throughout his career.
He was only one of two Airmen on his team
who had seen combat prior to jumping into Rio Hato,
Panama during Operation Just Cause.
He recalls it as one of the most intimidating
moments of his career because the team had received
reports combatants knew special operations forces
were on the way.
A chief in charge of his combat control team,
Norrad said he had to be the calming voice for his
teammates.
"Okay guys, we're one minute out," he said over
the radio. "Good luck, be safe, and don't forget you still
have to do your job. I'll see you on the ground."
Norrad, 66, is still doing his job since retiring
from active duty service. He works as a program analyst
and public affairs liaison at the 24th Special Operations
Wing, Hurlburt Field, Fla., and is active in the Combat
Control Association and the Special Operations Warrior
Foundation.
"Wayne is an icon in AFSOC and continues to
serve as a leader both in the military as well as in the
civilian community," said Col. Robert Armfield,
Commander of the 24th Special Operations Wing.
Though his accolades include such prestigious
honors as the National Defense Industrial Association
DeProspero Lifetime Achievement Award and induction
into the Air Commando Hall of Fame in 2004, Norrad
does not cite these individual honors when asked to
recount his proudest moments.
The first that comes to mind is when one of his
Airmen was selected as one of the Air Force 12
Outstanding Airmen of the Year. Another is securing the
Valor device for commendation medals.
He often reminds up-and-coming special tactics
Airmen to let their actions do the talking while at home
base and when working as a member of a joint team.
"Being humble in special tactics is a big asset
because, if you're not, those team members you are
trying to work with are not going to appreciate you..."
he said. "We have to be humble to be effective, so we
miss out on the limelight a lot with the media, and
sometimes that is best for us. Being the quiet, humble
professional goes a long way."
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Special Tactics Officer films a scene for the
television show, “Hawaii Five-0.”
SILVER LINING – U.S. Air Force Major Aaron
Lawson jumps from a C-17 Globemaster III
February 26, 2013, near Joint Base Pearl Harbor
Hickam-Hawaii. The jump was filmed by veteran
free-fall
cameraman
and
skydiver
cinematographer, Tom Sanders, and will be used in
a scene on an upcoming episode of the television
show “Hawaii Five-0.” Lawson was given the
opportunity to serve as a stunt double for actor
Alex O’Loughlin who plays Steve McGarrett on the
show and will be featured alongside Marine Corps
Staff Sgt. John Phillips, SOCPAC jumper and
parachute rigger, performing the free-fall jump.
This episode will air April 15 on CBS at 10PM EST.
Lawson is a Special Operations Command - Pacific
Combat Control special tactics officer. (©Photo by
Tom Sanders)
Noun
Airborne (plural airbornes or airborne)
Military infantry intended to be transported by air
and delivered to the battlefield by parachute or
helicopter.
Special Delivery
By RACHEL ARROYO / Air Force Special Operations
Command Public Affairs
The Cub Scouts have a longstanding
tradition of giving back to the military community,
but this time they were able to put a face to the
Airmen who often receive their donations miles
from home.
The Cub Scouts have a longstanding
tradition of giving back to the military community,
but this time they were able to put a face to the
Airmen who often receive their donations miles
from home.
Six Cub Scouts from Cub Scout Pack 104 out of
Navarre, donated $760 worth of pop-corn to
Airmen from the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron at
Hurlburt Field, Jan. 24.
This marks the first time members from
Pack 104 were able to give their donations in
person. The six Scouts, ranging in age from 7 to 12,
were representing 47 of their peers from Pack 104
which raised $4,190 in military donations in
addition to what was purchased directly in
popcorn.
The $4,190 will go to central fundraising at which
point popcorn will be purchased and sent to
military personnel on Pack 104’s behalf.
The boys also made thank you cards to be
distributed to military personnel along with the
snacks featuring crayon drawings of Airmen,
American flags, aircraft and tanks.
In exchange for their generosity, a handful
of combat controllers from the 23 STS donned their
tactical combat gear and received their visitors in
front of a Humvee and a motorcycle.
“This is a great opportunity to show the Cub
Scouts we are serving them, protecting them and
that we are here for them too,” said Staff Sgt.
Steven Pillar.Eyes were wide as the Cub Scouts
were hoisted into the Humvee for a quick ride
around the compound after handing off their
popcorn.
Smiles stretched across their faces when
combat controllers demonstrated rappel-ling off a
tower. They had the boys pass the boxes up to
them as they remained sus-pended in the air. The
consensus among the Scouts was the rappelling
demonstration was the coolest part. Pack 104 has
been rock climbing, but they have yet to attempt
the rappelling part, they said.
One of the Cub Scouts, whose name is
withheld because his father is currently de-ployed,
was eager to donate the popcorn to help his dad.
He called the experience “great” and passed on
some words for his father. “I miss you. I can’t wait
for you to come back,” he said, adding “I’m proud
of him.”
As the boys loaded a large utility bag with
popcorn, the combat controllers jokingly told them
to carry it back to their compound after it had been
filled. Without skipping a beat, the six Scouts each
grabbed a portion of a bag much bigger than them
and started to hall it off together before the
Airmen took over.
Cubmaster Glen Copeland credited the
members of his Pack for their hard work and giving
spirit. “I am extremely proud of all our boys in Pack
104 for their eagerness and efforts in honoring our
servicemen and women,” he said.
Master Sgt. Carlos Villarreal, first sergeant
at the 23 STS said he was more than happy to help
support an effort that helps warriors experience a
“touch of home.” “This lifts the spirits, and it
supports our guys by having them see something
from their children downrange,” Villarreal said.
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Notification of Security Breech
CCA members, please read the below letter and if you have any questions, contact, Dennis Knuth at
dennisknuth@bellsouth.net or me at Mickey777@aol.com for more information.
Combat Control School Graduations
CCS Class 13-002
CCS Class 12-005
1LT John D Rulien
1LT Blake A Jones
SSgt Jacob D Sevy
SSgt James W Kehaya
SSgt James H Kozlowski
SSgt Jacob A Carstensen – Distinguished Grad
SSgt Scott R Adams – Richard Foxx Honor Grad &
Christopher Matero Comm Award
A1C Austin T Bowen
A1C Kyle D Brozka
A1C Daniel G. Dalton
A1C Joseph A Diaz
A1C Brandon S Grimes
A1C Jacob D Logsdon – Jerome E. Bennett Award
A1C Gabriel L McBride
A1C Garth A McClellan
A1C Carl B Muden
A1C Andrew B Roque
A1C Kevin J Strongman
A1C Daniel D Wayman
AMN Christopher S Coleman
A1C Eric G Lemieux, SOWT
A1C Tyler J Wright, SOWT
SSgt Dustin A Alvey
SrA Richard D Huntress
SrA Pete W Rigg
A1C Paris R Wallet
A1C Max G Soriano
A1C Travis R Ledbetter
A1C Dan T O’Hara
A1C Gabriel P Dieckmann
A1C Cody W Vinyard
A1C Jeremy W Foster – Honor Graduate (Richard
Foxx Award)
A1C Adam W Rupright – Distinguished Graduate
A1C Isaac L Bruns – Jerome Bennett Award
SSgt Scott M Servian, SOWT
A1C Jonathan F Solano, SOWT
A1C Brett A Ramirez, SOWT
CCS Class 12-006
1Lt Rylan P Tanner– Honor Graduate (Richard
Foxx Award)
2Lt Lee W Fischer– Distinguished Graduate
SSgt Clint K Blakeley – Jerome Bennett Award
SSgt Brian C Claughsey
SrA Derek M Nielsen
SrA Morgan J Sax – Communications: Christopher
Matero Award
A1C Kenneth H Yarborough
A1C Jesse K Bielmann
A1CRobert E Henry
A1C Christopher L Beitia
A1C Travis L Brenner
A1C Blaine H Dunlop
A1C Wilson Jimenez
A1C Bret C Reller
A1C Mark W Putman
A1C Phillip J Humrichouse
A1C Robert H Dalton, SOWT
A1C Tristan K Alf, SOWT
A1C Peter D Brandt, SOWT
A1C Pal R Newpher, SOWT
A1C Patrick S Lowe, SOWT
Special Tactics Training Squadron Graduations
Team 45
(7 Oct 2012)
TSgt JohnD Barr
A1C Edwin J Calhoun
A1C James R Davis
SrA Bruce A Gillett
A1C Goodie J Goodman
A1C Matthew N Kelly
A1C Michael A Kohler
A1C Clayton D McMurry - John Chapman Award
2Lt Christopher M Morin
A1C Rylan R Neely
A1C Kevin M Olson
A1C Douglas C Perry
SrA Samuel D.G. Reed
SSgt Matthew E Roland
A1C Ivan D Rose
A1C Christian M Shenkel
A1C Keaton D Thiem
SrA Richard T Umstead
A1C Jesse S Wedemeyer
SrA Dustin J Wolfe
A1C Adam J Hrncirik, SOWT
SrA Nathan D Krafft, SOWT
Team 46
(7 Dec 2012)
2Lt Jack R Ambridge
SrA Joshua J Arias
Capt Daniel J Breiding
SrA Justyn J Brown
A1C John W Gettemy
A1C Shawn R Harrigan
SrA Nicholas P Jewel
A1C Chazman A Johnson
SrA Daniel M Johnson
2Lt George E Kavulich
SrA Kyle A Larsen
A1C Nicholas R Mannarino
A1C Shane P McAlhaney
A1C Ryan M Novak
SrA Jared J Petts - John Chapman Award
A1C Kyle L Rempfer
A1C Seth B Shadwick
SrA Lex J Sierra
A1C Travis M Terry
SrA Andrew J Webb
Team 47
(20 Feb 2013)
SrA Daniel J Bryant
A1C Paul M Campbell
A1C Christopher J Cully - John Chapman Award
SrA Erik M Helms
A1C Christopher J Hill
SrA Timothy R Knapp
TSgt James E Blevins
A1C Bryce W Cooper
A1C Joseph M Lobdell
A1C Nathan J Rablee
Team 48
(3 May 2013)
A1C Nicholas R Burnett
SrA Marcos M Chavez
SSgt Jonathan P Howard
A1C Travis R Jordan
A1C Kacy S.McGinnis
A1C Ryan J Rynkowski
A1C Al-Hussan S Sankoh
A1C Maximilian C Schmerler
SrA Thomas E Wolters
A1C Hugo A Gomez, SOWT
A1C Christian M Graves, SOWT- John Chapman
Award
MSgt Garrick M Lewis, SOWT
A1C Rob M Robinson, SOWT
SrA Michael T Shipley, SOWT
The Last Mission
Steven Armand Patterson
(1988 - 2013)
Steven Armand Patterson February 11,
1988 - March 14, 2013 Steven Armand
Patterson, 25, passed away on March 14,
2013 in Shafter. Born on February 11,
1988, Steven is the son of Matthew and Therese
Patterson. After graduating from Shafter High in 2006,
he enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Combat
Controller. During his five years of service, he was
deployed to both Afghanistan and Iraq. He was awarded
the Bronze Star with Valor for combat actions in service
of his country.
Steven was well known by family and friends for his
charismatic, one-of-a-kind grin. He was an avid shooter,
woodsman and skydiver. He enjoyed spending time
outdoors and was always seeking an adventure. His
favorite pastime was working on and riding his
motorcycle, a hobby he often shared with his father.
Steven was preceded in death by Norman Patterson and
Kelly Patterson. He is survived by his parents, Matthew
and Therese; his grandparents Armand and Marie Des
Lauriers of Ludlow, MA; his grandmother Elizabeth
Patterson of Sedalia, MO; his sister Amanda and
husband Luis Reyes of Mildenhall, England; his brother
Nathaniel and wife Deanna of New Castle, PA; and his
nephews Ezekiel and Lucas.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Wounded
Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org or
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Building Fund, 12803 Mount
Batten Place, Bakersfield, CA 93312.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/P/Patterson_S/Patterson_S.html
http://www.sgtmacsbar.com/CCTersRemembered/CCTersRemembered.html
Bob Miller
(1945 – 2013)
Robert Wayne “Bob” Miller. Born
Nov. 16, 1945, passed away March
31, 2013. Bob served 22 years in the
U.S. Air Force. He retired from the
Pueblo County Sheriff’s Department.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/M/Miller_B/Miller_B.html
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Dale R. Osborn
(1938 – 2013)
I regret to inform you that Dale R. Osborn deceased on
March 2, 2013 of cancer. He graduated from Combat
Control School in Class 70-1 while stationed at the
Dover CCT with subsequent assignment on the Dyess
Team. He separated from the Air Force during
November, 1972
A Memorial service was conducted at the Holloman
AFB Chapel on March 12 that was well attended.
Church services will be conducted at Our Lady Queen of
Angels Liberal Catholic Church at 1701 Tulip Road SE;
Rio Rancho, NM on March 23rd at 1030. A reception
will follow the Church service at the Elks Lodge 2500 at
1530 Barbara Loop in Rio Rancho.
Dale was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of the Elks
Lodge 2500 and VFW Post 10249 at Ubon, Thailand.
If you would like to make a donation, send cards or gifts
to the Osborn family; please contact SMSgt Edward
Medina, or 2Lt Christopher Cashen at the 49th Civil
Engineering Squadron at Holloman AFB, NM 88330.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/O/Osborn_D/Osborn_D.html
__________________________________
Robert T. Booth
(1938 - 2013)
Mr. Robert Thomas Booth, 74,
of Kissimmee, FL passed away
Sunday, March 10th, 2013
surrounded by his loving family in the arms of his loving
wife Charlotte. Robert was born in Nashville, Tenn. on
December 15, 1938, to Harris and Lucille (Cole) Booth.
He served in the US Air Force for 23 years retiring with
the rank of Captain. He was a Custom Home Builder and
an Entrepreneur at heart. He loved the Theater, Movies
and Fishing, but his true passion was Traveling, he
traveled the World he would come back from a Cruise
and want to book another one. Along with the love of his
life Charlotte his wife of 55 years, he is survived by
three daughters, Terry, Melinda and Cynthia. Robert is
also survived by a brother, Carl "Buddy" Booth and 4
Grandchildren Amy Rae, Thomas, Michael and
Summer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may
be made to Disabled Veterans. of Osceola County.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/B/Booth_R/Booth_R.html
Demitrie Milinovich
(1938 – 2013)
I regret to inform you of the death of
Demitrie (NMI)
Milinovich; MSgt, USAF Retired Combat Controller who
lived at: 497 Madison Ct - San Jose, CA 95123-4333
(408) 629-2342. "Dee" was born on August 10, 1938,
and deceased on February 7, 2013 at the age of 74. The
cause of his untimely death was a stroke.
He is survived by his loving wife Joan of 51 years, and
devoted sons Demitrie Milinovich, Jr. and Goyko
Milinovich.
"Dee" was stationed at many military bases during his
outstanding service to our great nation: Andrews,
Tinker, Donaldson, Colorado Springs, Elmendorf,
Okinawa, Forbes, Dyess, Viet Nam until his retirement
at Norton during 1979. These AFB,s are not necessarily
in order of his assignments because memories do fade
with time. He was a Life Member of the Combat
Control Association, LM-618, and the Masons and
America Legion.
He served as a CCT Radio Maintenance with great
distinction. I'd want "Dee" on my side in case of a war!
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/M/Milinovich_D/Milinovich_D.html
__________________________________
Neil C. Landsberg
(1980 – 2013)
Neil Christopher Landsberg of Frederick,
Maryland, passed away May 9, 2013.
Born January 13, 1980 in Wichita, Kansas,
he attended Thomas Johnson High School, Frederick,
MD and Valley Forge Military Academy in PA. He
graduated from the Citadel, Charleston, SC served with
distinction as a Captain in USAF Special Operations
receiving the Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force
Achievement Medal, Meritorious Service Medal,
Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal,
and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
Neil was an avid athlete who loved sailing, windsurfing,
bicycling, swimming, the outdoors, animals and his
friends. He volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, Team
Rubicon and assisted regularly at Walter Reed Medical
Center helping wounded combat veterans adjust to a
new life.
He will be remembered lovingly by his parents Jan &
Bruce Landsberg, brother Matthew, aunts and uncles:
Sherri and Lee Earman, Karen & Fletcher Burns,
Christopher and Louise Dutton, Charolette, grand-
mother Fran, cousins Steve, Sam, Alex and many
friends.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/L/Landsberg_N/Landsberg_N.html
__________________________________
K. B. Duncan
(1935 – 2013)
Retired U.S. Air Force MSgt Combat
Controller Kay Brill Duncan Sr., 77,
passed away Friday, April 12 2013 at
Tuomey Medical Center in Sumter after a courageous
battle with several ailments.
Born September 18, 1935 in Charlotte, N.C., he was the
son of the late Wade Hampton Duncan and Tempie
Lanier Duncan of Whiteville N.C. His family and friends
lovingly knew him as K.B. He was preceded in death by
his beloved wife of 34 years, Terasita Julie Ricafort
Duncan. Surviving are two daughters, Ann Duncan
Heredia (Greg) of Fairfield, CA. and Karen Duncan Page
(Kelvin) of Sumter, SC; two sons Kay B Duncan Jr. (Julie)
of Pelion, SC and Terry Hampton Duncan of Sumter, SC;
8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
K.B. served 27 years in the armed services. He served in
the Army and the Army National Guard before he found
his home in the Air Force. He toured in Korea, Vietnam
and the Philippines as well as several other duty
stations both abroad and in the US. He was one of the
early members of the elite United States Air Force
Combat Control Team where he formed a strong bond
and brother hood with his fellow beloved Combat
Controllers. He was a recipient of many decorations and
medals that included the Air Force Commendation
Medal, the Air Medal, and the Bronze Star for acts of
heroism. K.B. retired from the Air Force in 1979 at the
rank of Master Sergeant. He went on to graduate from
Horry-Georgetown Technical College with a degree in
Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management. He retired a
second time from US Airways after working in New
York’s LaGuardia Airport, then Cleveland Hopkins
International Airport and finally Charlotte Douglas
International Airport as a ticket agent. After twice
retiring, he and his wife, Julie, started their business in
Myrtle Beach, The Ice Cream Machine, which gave them
both great pleasure.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/D/Duncan_K/Duncan_K.html
Joe D. Willard
(1931? – 2013)
I regret to inform you of the untimely
death of Joe Don Willard, SMSgt, USAF,
Ret. on April 6, 2013 at the age of 82 as the result of a
accidental fall.
Joe was born in Highpoint, NC to the late Charles E. and
Ila Mae Jackson Willard. He was a retired Director of
Quantico National Cemetery starting the upon its
opening in 1983, veteran of the US Army and retired
veteran of Combat Control, and of the Baptist faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother,
Charles Willard Jr.; sister Dorthy Ray Hornady. He is
survived by his wife, Carolyn Willard; sons Joe D. Willard
Jr., of McMinnville and Mitchell Vance (Lesa) Willard of
Murfreesboro; daughters, Cindy M. (Leroy) Groves of
Murfreesboro, Debbie Kay (Jack) Sinkey of Cabot, AR,
Josie Willard of Murfreesboro and Jess Willard (Clayton)
Grayum of Murfreesboro; nine grandchildren; six great
Grandchildren.
Joe was one of the first few Combat Controllers to
attain the rank of Senior Master Sergeant during the
late 1960’s while he was stationed at Travis AFB, CA. His
first Combat Control assignment was at Sewart AFB, TN
sometime between 1957-1962.
The CCA appreciates the thorough research and
historical information provided by Chuck Trimple, Gene
Adcock, Mike “Mac ”McReynolds at
http://www.sgtmacsbar.com/CCTersRemembered/CCT
ersRemembered.html and Johnny Pantages and Jimmy
Parsons at http://www.cctmemorial.com/index.htm for
keeping the memory of our combat control brothers
alive. Please send info and pictures to Jimmy to add to
the CCT Memorial Site; Jimmy’s email address is:
ParsonsJD10@gmail.com.
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/W/Willard_J/Willard_J.html
The CCA appreciates the thorough research and
historical information provided by Chuck Trimple, Mike
“Mac” McReynolds at http://www.sgtmacsbar.com and
Johnny Pantages and Jimmy Parsons at
http://www.cctmemorial.com/index.htm for keeping the
memory of our combat control brothers alive. Please
send info and pictures to Jimmy to add to the CCT
Memorial Site; Jimmy’s email address is:
ParsonsJD10@gmail.com.
To view the entire listing refer to:
http://www.cctmemorial.com/Brothers/AlphabeticalList.html
In Flanders Fields
By: Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD
(1872-1918)
Canadian Army
In Flanders Fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
Letters to the Editor
I have lost touch with the Combat Control
Association and want to insure that you have my
address to send information to me. Does the
association have a news letter? Larry Lower talked
me into a life membership. I am 82 years old now
and wanted to let you know I am still above ground.
My occupation is growing Christmas trees. I
delivered three to the Fort Bragg Exchange but not
get an occasion to visit the Combat Control School
at Pope. I did drive by the old 3rd Aerial Port Sq.
building and saw the parachute tower that one of the
CCT troops wanted to reenlist on top of the tower.
Yes we did do it. That reminds me of the occasion
when Ellington and Brabham reenlisted in the
jungles in the Ashaw Valley in Nam when they
could have gone home. The Army troops that we
were with, thought we were crazy. I had carried the
paper work in my pocket for the right time and date.
The best troops that have ever served our country!
My mailing address is
Robert E. Barinowski, Jr.
611 Horny Ck. Rd.
Banner Elk, NC 28604-9459
Telephone 828-898-9491
Fax 828-898-9493
Email: teleiostree1@gemail.com
Thanks,
CCA Newsletter Editors
Dennis Knuth at dennisknuth@bellsouth.net
Mickey Wright at Mickey777@aol.com
Circulation: The Combat Control Association Newsletter
is distributed free to members and other interested
parties.
Submit articles, events, and letters to email
dennisknuth@bellsouth.net and Mickey777@aol.com
or mail to PO Box 432, Mary Esther, FL 32569.
Visit the CCT Web Page and the new CCA Blog Site for
your most current CCA updates:
Website: www.usafcca.org
http://combatcontrolnet.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/20516870616319
6/ (Combat Control Net)
This publication is for the information, interest, and
enjoyment of our readers. Views and opinions
expressed are of the author or source of material and
do not necessarily reflect the opinions, views, or
endorsements of the CCA. Material in the CCA
Newsletter may be reproduced provided the source is
credited.
Combat Control Association Staff
Mickey Wright, LM-0216
Chris Larkin, LM-0428
Dennis Knuth, LM-0254
Tony Terrando, LM-1040
Rick Crutchfield, LM- 0030
Eddie Howard, LM-0209
Sam Schindler, LM-0878
Rhudy's Jewelry Showroom
2410 Murchison Road
Fayetteville, NC 28301
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
CCA President’s Corner
Dear CCA members,
Let me start out by saying thank you for allowing me
to serve you as your association president. Due to
unforeseen circumstances, we started slow in our
duties. Four of our seven executive council and
board of directors were active duty and had a hefty
work schedule and deployments to serve. While not
an excuse, we also enacted some very aggressive
“upgrades” which went slower than anticipated.
I was told 99% of our membership has an email
account on file and we post articles and comments
often on the Combat Control Net Facebook page, as
well as, the CCT Blog connected to the CCA website.
However, I failed to consider the 1% without
computer access and those of you whose face isn’t
buried in your computer screen reading the CCA/CCT
updates. Thank you to those of you who’ve
“reminded” me to get this newsletter out.
As you’ve read, there is only one “outside” input—a
letter from Bob E. Barinowski, Jr. If you have
information you’d like to share with our
membership, please send it to Dino and myself via
email if you can or mail it to our PO Box. I’d like to
expand the newsletter to include your stories, ideas,
and thoughts.
Your executive council and board of directors has
implemented a CCT Hall of Fame. Col Glenn Palmer,
LM-0146, agreed to Chair the committee and we
anticipate inducting five combat controllers into the
inaugural HoF. In lieu of a guest speaker at the
banquet, we will allow these five men an
opportunity to speak “for a few minutes” to the
crowd. I want to send a special thank you to the
individuals who took the time to nominate our
candidates.
Additionally, we decided to honor an enlisted
combat controller who lost his life in combat, earned
a valor award, and has a bachelor degree by naming
a scholarship after him. After discussion with
numerous current and former CCT, the unanimous
answer was SrA Mark Forester. We’ve received
permission from the family and the Mark Forester
Foundation and the time of this writing we are
working the specifics and criteria. Hopefully we’ll
have the final product complete in time to advertise,
board, and award a scholarship at the 60th
anniversary reunion.
After watching corporations donate $1000’s to
charities, the CCA executive council and board of
directors started a Corporate and Individual
Sponsorship Program. You can read the donation
thresholds in this newsletter. I was asked if I
thought we’ll get a $10k donor and my response
was, “if we don’t ask we’ll never know”. I encourage
you to talk to your business partners and associates
and assist us to fire this program up.
Lt Col (ret) Chris “LN” Larkin, LM-0428, is our 60th
Anniversary reunion chairman. LN is a “Mustang”
who recently retired and has plenty of passion,
heart, and drive left. He’ll be canvassing the roster
for committee members and volunteers—please do
your part for your association and step up.
I was pleasantly surprised we have nearly 1300 Life
Members (an unknown number are deceased) and
several of you are quite active in the shadows.
Thank you for your participation, understanding, and
hard work! I will say I’ve received several kicks to
the throat for unfilled duties; thank you for having
the courage to bring up our shortfalls and help us
overcome our failures. All I ask is once you identify
the requirement also propose a solution and be
prepared to assist.
Finally, after serving CCT for over 30 years, I recently
hit the 2 year anniversary of my retirement. I want
to thank the incredible men who went before me
and led me in the (mostly) right direction and also
thank the awesome warriors who stepped up and
immediately filled my void.
Hope to see you in October at the 60th anniversary
reunion!
v/r,
Mickey
Mickey Wright, CMSgt (ret)
President, Combat Control Association
Member Eligibility
Regular and Life Membership is offered to current, retired and former Combat
Controllers.
Regular and Life Membership
is restricted to active duty/retired/separated military personnel who are or were
qualified as Combat Controllers (i.e.:
held an appropriate Primary, Control
or Duty AFSC) in the U. S. Air Force or
Air National Guard. Regular and Life
members are entitled to vote at general
business meetings and to hold office in
the Association.
Associate Membership is extended
to immediate family members of
Combat Controllers, and to other
individuals who share an interest in
promoting and preserving the history,
heritage and brotherhood of all
Combat Controllers.
Associate members must be sponsored
by a CCA member in good standing
and approved by the Board of
Directors or by vote of the general
membership. Associate members may
not hold any Association office or vote,
but may serve on non-policy making
committees. Associate Members
serving in that capacity are not entitled to regular member privileges.
Annual Association Membership dues are $25/year, renewable each year. Life
Association Membership dues are a one-time fee of $150.
< If you are eligible and want to join the Combat Control Association >
Please complete the CCA application and registration form.
(http://usafcca.org/ccauser/register)
Combat Control Association, Inc.
Combat Control Association
PO Box 432
Mary Esther, FL 32569
Dear Community Business Leaders,
The Combat Control Association (CCA) is hosting our 60th Anniversary Reunion from 16-19 October
2013. Our reunion schedule includes many activities to enhance camaraderie and foster participation.
Our members range from 20-year-old active duty combat controller (CCT) warriors to 90-year-old retired
veterans and many past and present Combat Controllers in between.
We appreciate any support your business could provide in the form of gift cards/certificates, golf
equipment, rounds of golf, or raffle and prize items. Along with our annual golf tournament, the
association also sponsors a Texas hold 'em poker tournament where we raise funds to support wounded
warrior and a scholarship programs for both members of the association and their families.
Your kind and thoughtful support will help us continue to support the needs of combat controllers who
have served in harm’s way for over a decade. Furthermore, it allows our association to funnel support to
the families of fallen warriors, cover shortfalls for Special Tactics units during memorial events and high
visibility ceremonies, and provide monetary aid for heritage and commemorative projects.
The CCA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable, non-profit association registered with the State of Florida
whose functions are completely unrelated to any official business of the United States Air Force. The
CCA Tax Exempt ID # is 59-3401018.
Should you require further information or have any questions our point of contact is Board of Directors
member Rick Crutchfield, (850) 396-6057 or, rwcrutch@mchsi.com or the association President, Mickey
Wright at (850) 217-4312 or Mickey777@aol.com.
Again, we are very grateful for your generous support. We will verbally acknowledge your contributions at
the fundraising event and you or your business will receive a CCA certificate of appreciation.
Sincerely,
Mickey Wright
President
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP PARTNER LEVELS
PRESTIGIOUS SPONSOR
> $10,000 or more
 8 Tickets to all annual CCA Reunion events and activities
 Introduced at all annual CCA Reunion events and activities except the memorial service
 Listed in the reunion program and recognition signs at all annual reunion events except the
memorial service
 Full page logo Ad in the program
 Acknowledgment as a “Prestigious Sponsor” on all marketing materials (subject to copy
content restrictions)
 Logo placement on all print ads, online and hard copy registration, and website (sized
according to the amount contributed and subject to copy content restrictions)
 Permanent recognition with a brick paver at the Combat Control School Heritage Museum
 Present a plaque of appreciation at the annual Banquet or appropriate event
 CCA Country Store gift certificate and welcome packet

DISTINGUISHED SPONSOR
> $7,500 – $9,999
memorial service
 ½ Page logo Ad in the program
 Acknowledgment as a “Distinguished Sponsor” on all marketing materials (subject to copy

PLATINUM SPONSOR
> $5000 – $7,499
memorial service
 ¼ Page logo Ad in the program
 Acknowledgment as a “Platinum Sponsor” on all marketing materials (subject to copy

GOLD SPONSOR
> $2,500 – $4,999
memorial service
 ¼ Page logo Ad in the program
 Acknowledgment as a “Gold Sponsor” on all marketing materials (subject to copy content
restrictions)

SILVER SPONSOR
> $1,500 – $2,499
 Listed in the reunion program and recognition signs at all annual reunion events except
the memorial service
 Acknowledgment as a “Silver Sponsor” on all marketing materials (subject to copy
 Logo placement on all print ads (sized according to the amount contributed and subject
to copy content restrictions)

BRONZE SPONSOR
> $1,000 – $1,499
memorial service
 Acknowledgment as a “Bronze Sponsor” on all marketing materials (subject to copy content
restrictions)
 Logo placement on all print ads (sized according to the amount contributed and subject to
copy content restrictions)

FRIENDS of CCA VIP Package
> $250 – 999$
 1 Ticket to the annual CCA Reunion banquet
 Listed in the reunion program
 Acknowledgment as a “Friend of the CCA” on all marketing materials (subject to copy

CCA Country Store gift certificate and welcome packet
Contact Mickey Wright at Mickey777@aol.com or 850-217-4312 for more information
2013 Combat Control 60th Anniversary Reunion
The Combat Control Association (CCA) Reunion is being planned for 16-19 October
2013 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa, 4000 Sandestin Blvd South,
Destin, FL.
Tentative/Draft Schedule:
Wed, 16 Oct:
-Mission begins
-Registration and Hospitality Suite open, hours
TBD
Thu, 17 Oct:
-Monster Mash (active duty), POC: 23 STS
--Start and finish at the Hurlburt Picnic
Grounds
--Post Mash refreshments/snacks provided by
the CCA, POC: Schindler
-Possible STTS Graduation if moved from Fri
-Col Pihana Retirement, HurlburtAir Park,
POC: Schindler, time TBD
-Col Pihana Retirement reception at the
Sandestin Hilton, time TBD
-Beer and wine reception on the deck at
Sandestin Hilton for CCA, time TBD
TBD
Fri, 18 Oct
-STTS Graduation planned
-Golf Tournament at Shalimar Pointe, shotgun
start at 8:00, POC: Crutchfield
-Poker Tournament at Sandestin Hilton, open at
18:00, start at 19:00, POC: West
TBD
Sat, 19 Oct
-Memorial, 10:00, POC: TBD, Location TBD
-Business meeting, 13:00-15:00, POC: Wright
-Banquet, cocktails 18:00, dinner 19:00, POC,
Larkin
TBD
Sun 20 Oct
- Mission Complete, Check out, and RTB

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