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THE BULLETIN
MAY / JUNE 2016
MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Go to WWW.MMAAA.ORG to
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Discipline, Knowledge,
Leader
Leadership
ship
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THE BULLETIN BOARD
Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership
Leadership
MMAAA INTERNATIONAL CHAPTERS
NEW ORLEANS CHAPTER
PHILADELPHIA/TRI-STATE CHAPTER
William Baraldi ‘62, President
1421 Pecan Ave., Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 887-1929 • [email protected]
Robert Byers ‘79, Secretary/Treasurer
94 Melody Drive, Metairie, LA 70001
Jonathan Mason ‘89
126 Foxcroft Dr., Doylestown, PA 18901
[email protected]
H - 215-340-2850 • W - 215-262-3652
FLORIDA CHAPTER
First Meeting of
MMAAA’s Boston
Chapter Is May 23
You’ll want to be there for this
“historic” event! Come to “The Barking Crab” restaurant on Monday, May
23rd. Cocktails and sea stories start
at 11:30 a.m.; lunch is served at noon.
Make your reservation for this
lunch eon by regis terin g at:
www.bostonmmaalunch.eventbrite.
com. “The Barking Crab” is located
at 88 Sleeper Street.
For more information about this
new MMAAA Chapter, see Page 15 in
this issue of “The Bulletin.”
MMA Athletic Hall of
Fame to Hold 17th
Annual Induction
Ceremony
The Mass achu setts Marit ime
Academy’s “Athletic Hall of Fame”
will welcome five new members this
spring at ceremonies to be held on
Saturday, May 21, 2016.
They include Bob Delhome ‘91,
Ken Ramsey ‘88, Sean Crowe ‘97, Ann
Veillette Slagle ‘86, and Bob Corradi.
For more information, contact
MMA Dept. of Athletics at (508) 8305053 or visit www.mmabucs.com.
Check out our Chapter page at:
www.mmaaa.org
John Pardi ‘79, President
4502 Egmont Dr., Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 727-9283
[email protected]
John Miller ‘64, Secretary/Treasurer
350 Water Oak Lane, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
[email protected]
BOSTON CHAPTER
Todd Isherwood MSFM ‘11, President Boston, MA
[email protected] • 617-821-8388
WASHINGTON, DC CHAPTER
Steve Rybicki ‘78, President, Alexandria, VA
(703) 360-5453 • [email protected]
Mike Souza ‘85, Vice President, Springfield, VA
(202) 575-5085 • [email protected]
HOUSTON, TX CHAPTER
Mike Sano ‘83, President, Houston, TX
(281) 877-6494 • [email protected]
SEND YOUR CHAPTER NEWS TO STEVE ZILONIS ‘95 AT SZILONIS@ COMCAST. NET
The Mass. Maritime Academy Alumni
Association is celebrating 100 years! We’ve
got the cruise and air show planned for
June 11th, but you’ll also want to save the
date of July 30th.
This is the NEW date for MMAAA’s
“Anniversary Party and Family Day” at
Joint Base Cape Cod (the former Otis Air
Force Base).
See Page 12 for further details about
this all-day, family-friendly event. There
will be golf, music, a cook-out, and games
for the kids. Expect a few “surprises” too!
Tickets Available for
MMAAA’s Annual “Night at
Fenway” on Saturday, July 9
Oh, those summer nights! Alumni and friends
will be watching the Red Sox play the Tampa
Bay Rays on the Roof Deck Terrace. See
Page 17 for details on ordering your tickets.
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Post Office Box 312
Buzzards Bay, 02532
The BULLETIN is published bimonthly for members of The Massachusetts
Maritime
Academy Alumni Association. Please address all correspondence to the
Senior Editor.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Bulletin Board ........... Page 2
Maritime Vignettes .... Page 10-11
President’s Letter ............. Page 3
Family Day on Cape Cod .. Page 12
Maritime Alumni Sea Term .. Pages 4-5
Thunderbird Classic ...... Page 13
Bruins Outing ................... Page 7
New Boston Alumni Chapter ... Page 15
SE Florida Alumni ........... Page 8
Scuttlebutt .................. Page 19-26
Al Wilson Golf Classic ..... Page 9
Alumni Luncheons .......... Page 28
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Letter from the President
MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
NOW HEAR THIS, NOW HEAR THIS.
Hello Alumni,
I am very excited and pleased to bring you this edition of The Bulletin.
Why? Because the Board wants to ensure that every Alumni Association member has plenty of time to plan and reserve
their spot on our first annual MAST cruise. The Alumni Association’s 100th Committee has been working overtime to secure
the details of the June 11th cruise and we are ready to roll.
Please check out the two-page spread for the day’s activities, travel options (boat or car), and ordering information. This
event is going to be another sell-out, so act quickly. Note: If you are attending or considering attending the Academy’s 125th
Celebration in Boston, we are arranging transportation to the T.S. Kennedy from Quonset Point.
We know that everyone’s summer calendar fills up months ahead of time and June is for graduations and weddings. With
that in mind, we have planned another 100th celebration event. This party will be held at the end of July and the day is packed
with family friendly activities. Flip to page 12 for more details about this day of fun.
Thanks to Todd Isherwood ‘11 and his hard work, the Boston Chapter of the Alumni Association will hold its first meeting
at the Barking Crab on May 23rd. Todd has been working closely with Chapters Chairperson Steve Zilonis ‘95 over the past
few months and the kick-off day is fast approaching.
As always, your Board of Directors is working hard to bring social events throughout the
calendar year. We hope that you will find something in this issue that will peak your interest. We
would love to see you. Stay safe and take care of one another.
Warm Regards!
Julie McMichen ‘85
Julie McMichen ‘85
President, MMAAA
MMAAA INTERNATIONAL OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
2015
- DIRECTORS -
2017
Julie McMichen ‘85
P.O. Box 11306
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
(774) 313-0483
[email protected]
John Prendergast ‘85
30 Hillside Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 374-5173
[email protected]
Stephen A. Zilonis ‘95, PP
135 Neal Gate Street,
Scituate, MA 02066
(781) 545-6310
[email protected]
2016
Capt. Frank Cantelmo ‘71
P.O. Box 301
Marshfield Hills, MA 02051
(781) 834-7813
[email protected]
TREASURER
SECRETARY
Shawn O’Connor ‘87
20 Plain Street
Middleboro, MA 02346
(508) 947-9510
[email protected]
Heather Twiss ‘97
28 Center Ave.
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
(508) 274-6568
[email protected]
PAST PRESIDENT
Stephen A. Zilonis ‘95
Peter Seward ‘97
P.O. Box 655
Monument Beach, MA 02553
(617) 899-1172
[email protected]
W. Dale Jones ‘61, PP
68 Register Rd.
Marion, MA 02738
(508) 748-2547
[email protected]
Timm Hibbert ‘85
22 Joanne Drive
Marion, MA 02738
(508) 748-3292
[email protected]
Mason Wilcox ‘04
20 No. Falmouth Hwy.
No. Falmouth, MA 02556
(856) 266-6126
[email protected]
Adam Burkitt ‘05
152 Mannville Street
Leicester, MA 01524
(908) 251-7818
[email protected]
Wayne E. Mattson ‘87, PP
540 Front Street
Marion, MA 02738
(508) 748-0805
[email protected]
Doug Foley ‘81
8 Knoll Top Road
Forestdale, MA 02644
(508) 477-6480
[email protected]
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For more information and to reserve your ticket, visit www.mmaaa.org
or contact our Event Administrator at 774-368-5695.
If paying by check, please be sure to include your phone number so that we may call you and confirm ASAP.
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T/S Kennedy Returns from Sea Term 2016
Sea Term 2016 came to an end on February 21, 2016, when the Training Ship Kennedy
returned to Buzzards Bay after six weeks away.
The vessel entered the Cape Cod Canal
under the guidance of CAPT Dale Harper ‘02 of
Northeast Marine Pilots.
With decks decorated with hundreds of
cadets in their black uniforms, the Kennedy
slipped into its berth about 15 minutes ahead
of schedule. CAPT Howard McVay ‘78 did the
docking, assisted by two McAllister tugs.
About 600 cadets finished this year’s semester at sea, which included two passes
through the Panama Canal and discharging
humanitarian aid in Haiti.
ADM Francis McDonald, MMA President,
said the cadets behaved themselves while
stopped at the many ports of call, which included Panama City, Costa Rica, Aruba and,
lastly, Key West.
“They had great weather all the way
through,” he added. “The equipment onboard
held up particularly well and the students
really enjoyed the time at sea and the time at
port.”
“Key West as a great stop,” said CAPT
Tom Bushy ‘74 on the school’s on-line blog.
“The walk to the gate was somewhat arduous,
but a good cooling off period for those returning from liberty.
“Our hosts, the US NAVAL Air Station
Key West - Port Operations, were wonderful
to us. All the Navy personnel were both polite
and firm with the cadets, which is likely how
they treat their own sailors making a port visit.
“I sure hope that we left a good impression because returning to Key West is on
everyone’s mind.”
Many cadets explored the port, while
some took a day-long boat trip off the Florida
Keys for a snorkeling trip.
Earlier in the voyage, a memorial service
was held for the crew of the cargo ship El
Faro, which sank near the Bahamas during
Hurricane Joaquin. MMA grads Keith Griffin
‘05 and Jeffrey Mathias ‘96 were among the 33
crew members lost at sea.
“While many of the cadets on board didn’t
know the two who lost their lives, they certainly have a shared bond – all came through
this program (sea term),” ADM McDonald said.
“It was a special moment by all accounts to be
sure.”
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Alumni Gather at the Boston Garden
MMAAA Held its Annual Bruins Outing on March 5 . . . Alas, the Bruins Were Edged by the Caps 2 - 1 in OT
On Saturday night, March 5th,
65 MMA grads and friends got together for the annual Bruins Night.
This was our sixth year in the Promenade Suite. This venue has a great
view of the ice, snacks, souvenirs,
the best comics in town and access
to celebrities – if you are in the
right place at the right time.
This year, John Ahern ‘86 met
Cam Neely in the passageway, and
even got to wear Neely’s ring. (This is
a typical story heard over the years
from attendees.)
There was a great showing from
the classes of ‘80, ‘85, ‘86 and ‘96. The
game went into overtime, but unfortunately the Capitals won, 2 - 1.
(l. - r.): Jimbo Sayers ‘86, John Cummings ‘88, Jay Personeni, Paul
Bizzozero ‘86, Bob Garceau ‘87, Mark Shortt ‘87 and Tommy
Cummings
Amanda (Tucker) Dakin ‘97/
’16 with her husband, Tom,
and their children, Tenley and
Sean
Nicole (Price) Voudren ‘06
with her husband (on left)
and Bumper Gooding ‘85
(on right)
Thanks, Julie
for the photos!
(l. - r.): MMAAA Board members Shawn
O’Connor ‘87, Adam Burkitt ‘05, Julie
McMichen ‘85 and Pete Seward ‘97
The Alumni Association has already made a deposit for “our” suite
in 2017. Make sure to keep your
dues current and look out for details in The Bulletin later this year!
Tickets sell out quickly!
– Submitted by Julie McMichen ‘85
President, MMAAA
(l. - r.): Stephen Deschenes ‘95, Megan
(Kelly) Kefalis ‘96, Andrew Kefalis, Sandi
Evensen and Roy Evensen ‘96
(l. - r., standing): Dan Falvey ‘85, Julie McMichen
‘85, John Ahern ‘86 and Jeff Dubiel ‘85, (seated): Bill
Alpine ‘85, Clare (Bishop) Kirk ‘85 and Bumper
Gooding ‘85. [Photo Bomb: Dan Kirk (Clare’s son)
and cousin, JP Kirk]
John Ahern ‘86 and
Cam Neely’s ring
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Selfie of Roger
John Kelly ‘80 and Phil Arnold ‘85 and
son, Matthew
Cronin ‘81
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Life Membership SE Florida Alums Meet and Greet
and Life Member
Plaques /
Certificates
All graduates from the Class of
1966 are eligible to become Life Members and receive a Life Membership certificate from the Alumni Awards Committee.
Certificates are free and suitable for
framing. Lifetime Membership Plaques
may be purchased for $50. (Price and
style of plaque are subject to change.
Contact Dale Jones, Awards Committee
Chairman, for more information.)
All applicants for Life Membership
must apply in writing no later than June
1, 2016, using the form provided below
(or by e-mail, provided all of the information requested on the form is included in
the e-mail). Applications providing just a
name will not be processed.
Plaques/certificates will be mailed
to the address furnished by the applicant
and if this address information differs
from our database, the database will be
changed accordingly.
Cut out or copy the following and
send to: W. Dale Jones ‘61
68 Register Road
Marion, MA 02738
50th ANNIVERSARY
LIFE MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATION
Name ____________________________
Year of Graduation __________________
Send my certificate/plaque to:
Name ____________________________
Street ____________________________
City ________________ State ________
Zip ________ Tel No. _______________
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
(l. - r.): Arnold Cestari ‘84, Dave Callahan ‘82, Christopher Karentz ‘79,
John Woods ‘80, Mike Schmitt ‘75 and Mark Lennon ‘05
MMA Alumni in the SE Florida area
met on Tuesday, March 8th at “Waxy
O’Connors” pub in Fort Lauderdale.
The gathering was organized by
CAPT Christopher Karentz ‘79.
“We’re still hoping for a better
monthly turnout,” he commented, “but
those who attended, which also included spouses and significant others,
had a great evening.”
All alums living or visiting southeast Florida are invited to attend this
gathering on the second Tuesday of the
month.
For more up-to-date information
on meeting locations, contact CAPT
Karentz at [email protected] or
(954)-683-6050 (cell).
Peter Kendrigan ‘93 Is Named Plant
Manager of Wheelabrator Saugus
While many snowbirds were flying
south for the winter, Peter Kendrigan
was going against the grain, leaving his
home in Florida to take over as Plant
Manager of Wheelabrator Saugus
(Mass.)
“I’m looking forward to being here
and working for the Saugus community,” he said at a community reception
in February. He said he plans to attend
town meetings and events, and be readily
available to answer residents’ questions.
Kendrigan has worked for
Wheelabrator for 15 years, serving as
plant manager at five other plants. Most
recently, he was regional vice president
in Broward County, FL, overseeing four
plants.
During one of his longest tenures
as plant manager, at Wheelabrator
Westchester in Peekskill, NY, the plant
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Peter Kendrigan ‘93, meeting with
Saugus residents
pliance, productivity and efficiency.
“I’ve always been mechanically inclined, and passionate about the environment,” he said.
While at MMA, he earned a degree
in marine engineering, and was also a
pitcher for the baseball team.
Prior to joining Wheelabrator, he
worked for Maersk Line Limited and
Narragansett Electric.
Wheelabrator is an industry leader
in the safe and environmentally-sound
conversion of everyday residential and
business waste into clean energy.
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Help Support MMA Cadet Scholarships
Register to Play a Round of Golf at the MMAAA Capt. Al Wilson Golf Classic on Friday, September 16, 2016
The MMAAA Captain “Al” Wilson
Memorial Golf Classic will be held at the
Willowbend Country Club (WCC) in
Mashpee, Mass. on Friday, Sept. 16th as
part of Homecoming 2016.
This annual MMAAA golf outing is
the number one Alumni Scholarship
fundraiser and the kick-off event for
Homecoming weekend. Last year’s Classic raised the largest amount ever for
cadet scholarships.
Check-in and coffee will begin at 7
a.m. The scramble format tournament
will tee off shotgun style at 8:30 a.m.
Willowbend Country Club includes
the “Bend Course,” the “Bog Course” and
the “Bay Course,” each offering stunning
views and challenging holes. As always
there will be the traditional raffles along
with a Silent Auction of Sports Memorabilia. In addition, there will be a “Live”
Auction. All proceeds go to scholarships
to deserving Cadets/Students through the
Alumni Scholarship Fund.
If you would like to volunteer to help
solicit raffle items, sponsorships and/or
assist on the day of the event, contact
John Prendergast (see info below).
Just one of the beautiful Holes
at Willowbend Country Club
Here are other ways you can help by
becoming a:
Major Corporate Sponsor
• Get your Company/Corporation
named on our Sponsor Banners as a Major Sponsor, a Hole Sign, in the Alumni
“Bulletin” and Website, and a Major Sponsor Plaque.
Corporate Sponsor
• Get your Company/Corporation
named on our Sponsor Banners, a Hole
Sign, and in the Alumni “Bulletin” and
Website.
Small Business, Individual or Reunion
Class Sponsorship
• Get your Name/Company/Reunion
Year listed in the Alumni “Bulletin” and
Website.
Hope to see you there!
28th MMAAA Annual CAPT “Al” Wilson Memorial Golf Classic
Where: Willowbend Country Club
130 Willowbend Drive
Mashpee, Mass.
(508) 539-5000
When: Friday, September 16, 2016
7:00 a.m. Check-in & Coffee
8:30 a.m. Shotgun Start
Format: Florida Scramble
Entry Fee: $165 per Golfer/$660 per Foursome (Fee includes coffee,
muffins, check-in gift, driving range, golf, cart, lunch after golf.)
Small Business, Individual or Reunion Class Sponsorship:
$150 Each. You get: Your Name, Company, Reunion class listed in
the Alumni “Bulletin” and Web Site.
Corporate Sponsorship: $350 Each. You get: Your Company/
Corporation named on Sponsor Banners, a Hole Sign and in the
Alumni “Bulletin” and Web Site.
Major Corporate Sponsorship: $500 Each. You get: Your Company/
Corporation name on Sponsor Banners as a Major Sponsor, a Hole Sign,
in the Alumni “Bulletin” and Web Site, and a Major Sponsor Plaque.
Name __________________________________ Class __________ E-Mail ________________________
Address __________________________________________ Golf Shirt Size: S __ M __ L __ XL __ 2XL __
City __________________________ State _______ Zip ___________ Tel. Number ___________________
____ Yes, I look forward to playing on September 16, 2016. My entry fee of $___________ is enclosed.
Please pair me with: ______________________________________________________________________________________
____ I would like a Corporate or Major Corporate Sponsorship. Enclosed is my contribution of $__________. The hole sign
should read: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
–––– Yes, I would like a Small Business, Individual or Reunion Class Sponsorship. _________________________________
Enclosed is my contribution of $_____________________
____ Yes, I would like to join you for lunch only. I have enclosed $45 to cover the cost.
____ No, I cannot join you for a day of golf, but I have enclosed my contribution of $ _________ to the scholarship fund.
____ I would like to donate a prize for the raffle:
______________________________________________________________
Available
at Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, and Border Book.
Please complete and return with your check, payable to MMAAA, to: MMAAA Memorial Golf Classic, c/o John
Prendergast, 30 Hillside Road, Cumberland, RI 02864. For more information, call John at (401) 374-5173.
All proceeds benefit the MMAAA, Inc. Scholarship Fund. All entries must be received by Sept. 1, 2016.
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Vintage Maritime Vignettes
Charlie Fields ‘58 Takes Up His Pen Again to Remember a Few More Outstanding MMA Alums
Over the
years, I’ve submitted several
articles to “The
Bulletin”. They
have covered
the experiences and accomplishments
of alumni from
Nantucket
School Ship days through the transition
from Charleston to T/S Bay State. Each
interview was a one-on-one, and resulted
in sharing and capturing the true persona.
Memories of these exchanges remain
with Earle Brizzard ‘28, Mario “Lou”
Guidette ‘28, Burt Nowell ‘40 (Nantucket
School Ship Era), Dick Scudder ’46, Mario
“Mike” Marrocco ‘48 (Hyannis Era), Carl
Halverson ‘50 (Hyannis and T/S Charleston Era), Captain Ron Mason ‘58 (T/S
Charleston/Bay State Era).
Some have passed, but I still maintain a close relationship with Mike, Carl
and Ron. In fact, last year I was invited to
Mike Marrocco’s 90th birthday, and had
the privilege to meet Captain Richard
Phillips ‘79 of movie fame.
Of recent years, writing and publishing books of fiction (with a main character, who is a MMA grad) has occupied
most of my time. Although I now sometimes find it difficult relating with the
“new school”, my pride at being a graduate has never waned and I am especially
pleased with the Academy’s direction and
accomplishments.
The Massachusetts Maritime Academy has produced many outstanding
graduates. I have tried to call attention
here to the deeds and accomplishments
of three more worthy alums. In closing,
would like to mention another, Francis
McDonald ‘85. I wish him well as the new
President of MMA. May he have great
support and go forward holding a steady
course.
– Submitted by Charles L. Fields ‘58
www.charleslfields.com
Vignette One
Ben Hogan ‘57
must have been a challenging commute.
Donald “Ben” Hogan ‘57, one of
It was nice to know Ben was not
several Arizona “Old Salt Desert Dwellentirely fearless, though, when I was
ers”, captured his MMA experience as
told of an incident involving two of his
author of the book, Letters to Lou. I
MMA classmates, Jim McCluskey and
visited him many times in the border
Jim McCarthy.
town of Amado, Arizona.
One warm sunny Arizona day, two
He had a brief career in the Navy
strangers appeared at Ben’s home. His
during the Cuban Missile Crisis. One of
dogs were barking hysterically in unhis more frightening experiences during that era was
an encounter
with a Russian
submarine,
while standing
Bridge Watch.
Ben recalled
that the standoff ended when
the sub finally
submerged.
Later, Ben
became Project Engineer
for the Smithsonian Insti- Ben Hogan (on right), describing one of the Observatory
tute Observa- telescopes to Charlie Fields. (Notice their reflections in
tory atop the the lenses!)
usual alarm and there was an ominous
10,000 foot Mt. Hopkins, south of Tucfeeling as he opened the door. Before
son. But as frightening as that encounhim stood two stout men in dark suits
ter with the Russian sub must have
wearing sun glasses, slouched hats and
been, I can’t believe that his daily comcarrying briefcases. They quickly
mute up the narrow twisting dirt road
showed difficult-to-read IDs and anto the observatory wasn’t more harnounced, in a serious tone said, “We’re
rowing.
from the FBI and want to talk to a Mr.
Ben drove me up on several occaBen Hogan. If you’re Mr. Hogan, please
sions to view the complex and the masverify your identity.”
sive multi-lens telescopes. I can still
But when they saw how Ben nervividly recall the unprotected drop-offs
vously lit up a cigarette and reached for
as he nonchalantly drove with one hand
his wallet in obvious fright, they quickly
on the wheel and chain-smoked cigarevealed themselves.
rettes with the other.
Ben hadn’t seen them in years and
Hairpin turns with mirrors placed
so was completely fooled. A good “ass
in advance at blind spots helped, along
dragging” was pulled off and I’m sure
with the warning horn tooting, but I
many cervezas and sea stories followed.
still found it very unsettling. Driving at
night and during ice and snow really
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Vignette Two
Jack Dunphy ‘59
Another close friend and Arizona
transplant was the late John “Jack”
Dunphy, ‘59. We both had sailed with
United Fruit Company and exchanged
many good old banana boat adventures.
Jack earned an MBA degree from
Columbia University while doing Night
Mate duties around the New York City
port area. He was recruited by Corning Corporation and rose through executive ranks. His successful career
spanned over thirty years and he was
involved in major innovative changes,
Gorilla Glass and space shuttle
windscreens, being only two examples.
I was made aware of some of the
unusual company projects and recall
with delight his experiment with ce-
Vignette Three
ramic false teeth. Jack had been
a star high school hockey player
for Malden Catholic and lost
many teeth. His excellence in
skating and academics helped
him get an appointment to West
Point, however, to the surprise
of many, he chose MMA.
Reconstruction dental
Charlie Fields and Jack Dunphy
work done at Brighton Marine
expense account, so he flew to Paris,
Hospital while at the Academy was rehired a film crew and six top fashion
placed when he became Corning’s first
models. They flew to Africa and went to
volunteer for ceramic teeth. Jack would
the Serengeti by safari. According to
open with a wide grin, saying, “This is
Jack, selecting the models was a high
certainly one up on George Washington’s
point, but seeing them in action during
wooden teeth.”
the photo shoots, even greater.
There were many worldwide experiThe MMA connection continues: I
ences, but his taking over the Serengeti
purchased his Lexus RX350 from the
Sun Glass project stands out in my mind.
estate.
Jack was given free reign and an open
the night was a
build up to “The
Saints
Come
Marching In.”
The only letsmarts. We stood in
down of the night
lines filled with sorwas the elevator
did characters at
ride down to SecBelleview Hospital
ond Avenue and
and donated our
avoiding CMDR
blood for $5 a pint.
“The Bum” ConThe “blood money”
nors on the ferry
was pooled for subback to Staten Isway fare and to buy
land.
cheap bottles of ChiThe Brady
Jack Bradley and “Sachmo”
anti.
Collection of Louis
Central Plaza Dance Hall on 2nd Ave
Armstrong photos, letters and memoraand 6th St. became one of our hangouts.
bilia was a significant contribution to
Jack knew the management and many of
Armstrong House Museum located in
the musicians, so we always had a table
Corona, Queens, NYC.
by the bandstand. The cavernous hall
Among other jazz related things,
was on the 5th floor and attracted a crazed
Jack managed the Bourbon Street Club
audience.
and returned to Harwich to own and
The bands inspired a dancing frenzy
operate a charter boat business between
and many musicians came in after gigs
Cape Cod and Nantucket. I’ve never
around town to jam and add to the wild
been to his house, but was amused upon
festivities. Because of Jack, many musilearning that his wall rack of records
cians joined our table and there was an
has a sign on the top shelf reading,
endless flow of booze. The crescendo for
“Vinyl Resting Place” . . . my kind of wit.
Jack Bradley ‘58
Jack “Omar” Bradley ‘58 has to be
included in these recollections.
When the USS Doyen, later named
T/S Bay State, was in a Staten Island
shipyard being prepared to replace the
T/S Charleston, several classmates and
I were taken out of classes and sent
there. We spent part of our graduating
year living aboard and assisting. New
York City was now our campus to enjoy and explore. Jumping ship took on
a new meaning with the easy access to
harbor ferry service.
Jack was often my traveling companion because his passion for photography and jazz always led to exciting
experiences. I found out his earlier
personal connection with Louis
“Satchmo” Armstrong was well-known
and respected throughout the jazz
world.
As poor cadets in an expensive
city, we had to think and act with typical MMA coziness and inconceivable
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Bring the Family to Cape Cod on July 30th for a
Fun Day Celebrating 100 Years of the MMAAA
The Mass. Maritime Academy
Alumni Association is turning 100! Yes, in
1916, just 25 years after the Massachusetts Nautical Training School was established, the Alumni Association was
formed.
A lot has changed in the intervening
years. In 1942, the school moved from
Boston to Hyannis and its name was
changed to the Massachusetts Maritime
Academy. There have been a long line of
training vessels. But through it all, the
Alumni Association has thrived, serving
a vital role for alumni.
Now it’s time to celebrate! You and
your family are invited to an Anniversary Party and Family Day at “Joint
Base Cape Cod”, (which we used to know
as Otis Air Force Base).
This all-day event will take place on
Saturday, July 30th, and the MMA Alumni
Association has been busy planning lots
of fun activities.
You’ll be able to play golf with carts
at the Falcon Country Club on base, starting as early as 7 a.m., chow down at a
great cook-out with all the fixings in the
afternoon, plus listen to live music, and
watch the kids enjoy special activities
until 8 p.m. We will
be getting a bounce
house and a bowling alley. There’s an
outdoor pool, too!
The Coast
Guard is also expected to hold
some “training sessions” for the public to watch. We
can’t say just what
that will include,
due to hush-hush
security reasons,
but it should be very
entertaining no
matter what it is.
The price for
all this is just $20
You only turn 100 once, so we’re going to make it a doozy!
per person, with
children age 12 and under for FREE! The
Association’s Board of Directors wanted
to make sure you could afford to bring
the whole family to this fun all-day event.
Look for more details in the next
issue of “The Bulletin”, but you can register NOW at our web site:
The mission of The Massachuwww.mmaaa.org.
setts Maritime Academy Alumni As-
MMAAA
Mission
Statement
sociation is to promote communication among all Academy graduates
and establish a mutually beneficial
relationship, although separate and
independent, between the Association and the Academy. This will be
done through support of networking
among all alumni for personal and
professional development by offering
appropriate social activities and services.
To accomplish these goals, we
will organize events to facilitate members’ contacts with each other and
with the Academy and will encourage
the creation of local chapters in other
cities and assist in organizing events.
We are dedicated to keeping our members’ common bond of Academy experience alive, through reunions, communications and special events.
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Thunderbird Golf Classic Will Pay Tribute to the “El Faro”
Held at the Country Club of New Seabury, Proceeds from this Golf Outing Support MMA Cadet Scholarships
All MMA alumni were saddened by
the loss of the cargo ship, the El Faro,
when it sank amidst Hurricane Joaquin,
in October 2015. Among the crew lost at
sea were Jeff Mathias ‘96 and Keith Griffin ‘05.
The MMA Alumni Association will
pay tribute to this tragic event at this
year’s “Thunderbird Golf Classic,” which
takes place on Monday, June 20, 2016 at
The Country Club of New Seabury in
Mashpee, Mass.
Prior to the start of the event, members of the Brian Boru Pipe Band will
play “Amazing Grace,” allowing attendees the opportunity to mourn the loss of
all mariners lost at sea.
Among the celebrity golfers signed
up for this year’s “Bird” are the Academy’s
new Athletic Director Garin Veris, a
former defensive end for the New England Patriots. His foursome will also
include former Patriots Steve Nelson and
wishing to attend the Academy.
Patrick Pass, plus one to be named later
The “Thunderbird Golf Classic” was
from “off the bench”!
founded in 2007 by Doug Foley ‘81 and
Cape Cod Harley and Falmouth
his wife, Dianne, who wanted to give
Toyota are big sponsors of this golf outback in some way to our military. Their
ing and have once again offered two
daughter, Samantha Foley ‘12, and son,
Harley Davidson motorcycles and two
Zach Foley ‘16, have become involved in
Toyota vehicles as “hole-in-one” prizes.
this mission as well.
Golfers have a choice of
playing either “The Dunes
Course” or “The Ocean Course”
at the venue.
After registration at 8 a.m.,
players will tee off shotgun at
9:00 a.m. The event will be followed by dinner, cash bar,
prizes, raffles and auction.
Proceeds from this event
support the “Daniel J. Foley ‘75
Scholarship”, which is awarded
to dependents of active duty Team MMAAA and one of the Harleys that was
members of the Armed Forces, a “hole-in-one” prize at the 2014 “Bird”.
10th MMAAA Annual Thunderbird Golf Classic and Daniel J. Foley ‘75 Scholarship
Where: Country Club of New Seabury
20 Red Brook Road
Mashpee, Mass.
(508) 539-8200
When: Monday, June 20, 2016
8:00 AM Registration
9:00 AM Shotgun Start
Entry Fee: $175 per Golfer/$700 per Foursome
for “The Ocean Course”; $150 per Golfer/
$600 per Foursome for “The Dunes Course”
Sponsorships:
Commander Sponsor - $200, includes a Business Card ad in
the Program Book, Hole Sign, Listing in the Bulletin, Web Site &
Logo on www.mmaaa.org
Captain Sponsor - $500, includes a half-page, an appreciation
plaque, plus all other previously-listed perks
Admiral Sponsor - $1000, includes full page ad, plus all other
previously-listed perks.
For more info, contact Doug Foley at (cell) 508-314-4956; or email [email protected] or [email protected]
Entry fee includes Dinner, Raffles, Auction & Cash Bar
Name __________________________________ Class __________ E-Mail ________________________
Address _______________________________________ Golf Pull-over Size: M _____ L ______ XL ______
City __________________________ State _______ Zip ___________ Tel. Number ___________________
____ Yes, I look forward to playing on June 20, 2016. My entry fee of $___________ is enclosed.
____ I would like a Sponsorship. Enclosed is my sponsorship information and contribution of $__________.
____ I would also like to enclose an additional contribution of $ ___________ to the scholarship fund.
____ No, I cannot join you for a day of golf, but I have enclosed my contribution of $ _________ to the scholarship fund.
____ I would like to donate a prize for the raffle: ______________________________________________________________
Your entry fee includes dinner, raffles, auction and cash bar. Please complete and return this form with your check by May 27, 2016,
payable to Douglas Foley, c/o Thunderbird Classic, P.O. Box 1600, Sandwich, MA 02563.
All Proceeds Benefit MMAAA Scholarships for cadets who are dependents of active duty military.
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New Boston Chapter of
MMAAA Has Received Charter
The “Boston Charter” for the newlyformed Boston Chapter
of the MMA Alumni Association has been
signed.
This means officially-sanctioned meetings of a chapter based
in Boston are beginning.
The kick-off luncheon
will take place at “The
Barking Crab” restaurant on Monday, May 23. The Barking Crab in Boston
Todd Isherwood
MSFM ‘11 is to be congratulated for headsetting.” And it has a marina alongside
ing up this new endeavor for the Alumni
for easy access by water. The menu conAssociation.
centrates on fresh seafood -- natch!
“The Barking Crab” is located 88
Get in your reservation for this
Sleeper Street on the edge of historic
monthly luncheon by registering at
Boston’s Fort Point Channel. It adverwww.bostonmmaaalunch.eventbrite.com.
tises itself as offering “the casual atmoFor more info, contact Todd at 617-821sphere of a clam shack in a funky urban
8388 or [email protected].
Seeking
Candidates for
2016 Alumnus
of the Year
This distinguished award is given
annually to that graduate of MMA who
has achieved excellence.
Nominations are open to any graduate of MMA, not just MMAAA members;
in honor of recognized achievements in
his or her career pursuits; outstanding
efforts on behalf of the Academy or
Alumni Association; participation in community and civic affairs; and honored
performance within professional affiliations.
Send nominations with biographical information, copies of awards and
citations, which will help the committee
in their evaluations, by Sept. 4, 2016 to:
Steve Zilonis ‘95, 135 Neal Gate Street,
Scituate, MA 02066. Or e-mail to:
[email protected]
8 Fox Run, East Sandwich, MA 02537 • Tel: 617-209-9611 • www.mysticriverpartners.com
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Show Your Pride at Being a
Mass. Maritime Academy Alum
Order Your MMA Alumni Association Logo Garb Here! Now with More Logo Choices!
Now there is a choice of five logos
to proudly proclaim your major at MMA.
The MMA Alumni Association has
heavy-weight, 100% cotton T-shirts available in Navy Blue with the MMAAA logo
on the front left breast, and a logo representing your major on the back.
In addition to the anchor and propeller designating “Deck” and “Engineer”, you can now also choose logos
representing “International Maritime
Business,” “Facilities Management,” or
“Marine Safety and Environmental Protection.”
Shirts are also available with the
MMAAA logo on the front and a plain
back. T-Shirt sizes are offered in a choice
of XL or XXL. The cost is $20 per T-shirt.
MMAAA Logo T-Shirt, with a Choice of Logo
Representing Your Major on the Back
MMAAA Logo Golf/Polo Shirt, in a Choice
of Navy Blue or White
MMAAA’s logo T-Shirts sold like hotcakes at Homecoming 2014.
MMAAA Logo Clothing Order Form
ITEM DESCRIPTION
COLOR
SIZE
QTY.
UNIT PRICE
SUB-TOTAL
TOTAL
Make Checks payable to M.M.A.A.A. All prices include shipping and handling.
Name:
Street:
City:
State:
Zip:
Tel. # :
Mail To: Timm Hibbert, 22 Joanne Drive, Marion, MA 02738 • Phone: 508-748-3292
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MMAAA logo golf/polo shirts continue to be available. They are offered
in Navy Blue or White in sizes S, M, L, XL
and XXL. The cost is $44 per golf/polo
shirt.
And don’t
forget
the
MMAAA logo
blazer patch.
With a size of 31/4” high by 3-1/
8” wide, this
handsome emMMAAA Logo
broidered
Blazer Patch
patch is suitable for sewing on a blazer, tote bag,
backpack, or any other clothing item of
your choice. The cost is $10 per blazer
patch.
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OUR 15th ANNUAL
NIGHT AT FENWAY
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Alumni Association invites you to:
Boston Red Sox
vs. Tampa Bay
DATE: Saturday, July 9, 2016
TIME: 7:10 p.m. • COST: $30
Tickets are limited!
Enjoy a summer night in Boston with
your friends and shipmates on the
Roof Deck Terrace. Tickets are $30
each. First come, first served.
To reserve your tickets, contact
Julie McMichen
at (774) 313-0483 or
[email protected]
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TAPS
MAJ Glenn G. Milliken Jr. ‘96
Of Wilbraham, MA , passed away
on February 23, 2016, at the age of 38,
following a courageous battle with
pancreatic cancer.
After graduation from MMA with
a BS in Marine Engineering (as one
of only seven Company Commanders), he served with the Mass. Air
National Guard as an enlisted crew
chief on the F-15 fighter jet. Shortly
thereafter, he was selected to become a commissioned Air Force officer, and then a US Air Force fighter
pilot.
He was deployed to Japan, Malaysia and the Middle East. Most recently he was assigned to Joint Base
Andrews, MD, where he worked as a
Fighter Aircraft Requirements Officer.
His survivors include his wife,
Rebecca, and two young children.
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Watson I. Fournier ‘49
Of West Caldwell, NJ, passed away
on September 28, 2015, at the age of 86.
Before retiring, he was a salesman
for WB Arnold Co., Inc., selling specialized products and services for shipboard and pier installations.
He was predeceased by his wife,
Edna. His survivors include two daughters, four sons, 10 grandchildren and
three great-grandchildren. Memorial
donations may be made to the West
Essex First Aid Squad, PO Box 662,
West Caldwell, NJ 07007.
– Submitted by his daughter, Brenda
Fournier
Willis E. “Bill” Hebb ‘45
Of Worcester, MA, died on January 27, 2016, at the age of 90.
He served in the Merchant Marine
during WWII and was discharged as a
full Lieutenant.
He was a master mold maker at
Norton Company, where he worked for
38 years before retiring in 1990. He had
previously worked briefly at Reed &
Prince Manufacturing and at International
Harvester.
His survivors include his wife of 68
years, Myrtle, one son, one daughter,
three granddaughters and seven greatgrandchildren. He was predeceased by
one son.
Memorial donations may be made to
the Edward C. Hebb - Selah Endowment
Fund, c/o Greendale People’s Church, 25
Francis St., Worcester, MA 02606.
– Submitted by his wife, Myrtle M.
Hebb
Benjamin S. Quimby ‘61
Of Bourne, MA, passed away in January 2016, at the age of 77.
He spent his career working as an
engineer at Masoneilan in Norwood, MA
and then, after a move to Novato, CA,
launched his own business, Quimby Controls Co., which he ran successfully for
over 10 years.
He retired in 1995 to pursue his
love of the ocean. He left San Francisco, CA on his 38’ sailboat Xtasea to
travel around the U.S., through the
Panama Canal, before returning to his
roots in Cape Cod. After this adventure, he owned several other vessels
and spent time on them traveling up
and down the East Coast.
He is survived by his best friend of
15 years, Marion, four daughters, and
11 grandchildren. Memorial donations
may be made to the American Lung
Association or LifePath Hospice.
Classmate Pat Shields stated that
the Class of 1961 plan to hold a service
for Ben on the Sunday of Homecoming
Weekend 2016.
– Submitted by Pat Shields ‘61
TAPS Contact Info:
Please e-mail “TAPS” info to
[email protected]; or
send via U.S. mail to: Corinne
Becker, “Bulletin” Editor, P.O.
Box 550, Heathsville, VA 22473.
A Follow-up to the Passing of John Toland ‘86
On Christmas Eve 2012, around 11:40
p.m., John Toland ‘86 collapsed suddenly
at his family home in Sudbury, Mass. He
had turned 49 two days earlier.
Although his wife, Mary, and their
four children tried to revive him, John
was pronounced dead on arrival at
Emerson Hospital in Concord.
Mary Toland asked for an autopsy
and was told that John had a rare heart
disease. Doctors said there was a 1-in-10
chance her children could have a similar
problem.
Not taking any chances, she had all
four checked with echocardiograms at
Children’s Hospital. The tests revealed a
leaking aortic valve in the oldest child,
Owen, but it wasn’t deemed serious. The
children have been checked annually
since then.
Last year, blood tests indicated that
Owen had a growth on one of this parathyroid glands. He had surgery Nov. 5th,
but the following month a frightening
episode landed him back in
the hospital. His heart started
beating 140 times a minute;
his blood pressure was 160
over 40.
A five-hour heart procedure took place on January
4th, during which the valve
was repaired.
John Toland was beloved
in Sudbury. He coached three
youth sports for many years.
Last year, in his honor,
Sudbury built a place where Owen Toland, son of the late John Toland ‘86
kids could skate and named it
the John Toland Memorial Rink.
Owen Toland, now 16, plays hockey
win over Stoneham. It was his second
at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School.
shift on the ice. The family called it “asAlthough the open heart surgery kept
tonishing”.
him off the ice for the entire regular
So John Toland died far too young,
season, he was cleared to play just in
but this tragedy was the catalyst for savtime for the state tournament.
ing his son’s life. Otherwise, Mary Toland
On March 1, in the first round, Owen
would never have had Owen’s heart
Toland scored the decisive goal in a 3 - 1
checked.
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\sket-l-but\ n 1 a : a cask on shipboard to contain fresh water;
b : a drinking fountain on a ship or at a naval or marine installation; 2 : gossip or rumor.
Keep us informed of events in your life. Tell us about yourself, your family – classmates you
have recently seen. MMA is a very special school. We all feel a sense of pride and privilege to be
able to call it alma mater. Whether you graduated from The Nantucket or The Patriot State, The
Alumni Association is dedicated to keeping our common bond alive. We want to hear from you.
Voice your opinions about items in The Bulletin or on our Website (www.mmaaa.org). If you have
a question about something you read in The Bulletin or saw on the Website, write to the editor. We
welcome your comments. Sent via e-mail to: Julie McMichen ‘85 at [email protected].
1944 – Anthony C. Charwick of
Wilmington, DE reported, “It might be of
interest that after 70 years, I received the
following from the Maritime Administration: WWII Victory Medal; Honorable
Service Button; Atlantic War Medal; Mediterranean Middle East Medal; Merchant
Marine Emblem; and President Truman’s
testimonial letter. I would recommend
that my classmates apply for their decorations.”
1951 – James V. Sterling, Jr. of
Chico, CA sent a gift to the General Fund
and wrote, “Now have added Maine to
my trip to Hawaii and CA.
1952 – John T. Howes reported
that he is “alive, well and living in
Grantsboro, NC.” Arthur Pattee of
Fairfax, VA sent a donation to the Association and updated his on-line profile,
writing, “A Salem family sailor. US Lines
1952-54. The Draft Board forced me to
Active Navy. Veteran of Korea and Vietnam, ASW specialty. Destroyers and ASW
R&D. Retired after 23 years to work in
Industry. Close to 20 years with JHU/APL
in Submarine Technology Dept. Masters
in International Affairs (GW Univ.), 1965,
while at Naval War College. Five kids and
11 grandkids. Wife, Connie, diagnosed
with Alzheimer’s in 2014. Living together
in ‘The Virginian’ on Rte. 50 just outside
of Fairfax City. One of my many fondest
memories was my three years on the
Charleston, and my great classmates.
There are just a few of us left!”
1953 – Agostino Travaly of Port
Charlotte, FL sent a gift to the Scholarship Fund and wrote, “Marie and I celebrated our 60th anniversary and had a
great dinner dance party with 71 relatives and friends, including Bill Soares
‘51, Dick Kenyon ‘53, Dick Hurley ‘54,
son, Andrew, daughter, Lisa - NY Maritime ‘81, Bill Hefner - NYM ‘56, Jim Grant
- Maine Maritime ‘65, nephew, Paul
Cocaman - Maine Maritime ‘80 and Bob
Knorr - Kings Point ‘48.”
1957 – Eugene D. Mirabello
checked in from Deerfield Beach, FL.
1961 – David S. Dwyer of Freeland,
WA sent a generous gift to the General
Fund. John Spero of Harvard, MA sent a
generous donation to the ‘Class of 1961
Scholarship Fund’, and wrote, “Had a
great ‘mini’ reunion at homecoming.”
1962 – Kevin O’Donnell of
Billerica, MA sent a gift to the Association.
1963 – Charles Gilmor of
Gainesville, GA sent a gift to the ‘Class of
1963 Scholarship Fund’ and wrote, “Getting together with classmates Coupal,
Baraldi, Granger, Pickering and Travers
(W) on irregular basis for dinners. We are
CHANGE OF ADDRESS FORM
We provide marine support for your project.
Motorized crane barges and towing services in RI/MA/NH.
Old Address
Name _______________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________
City ________________________________________________
State_______________________ Zip _____________________
New Address
Name _______________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________
City ________________________________________________
State_______________________ Zip _____________________
Send to: Frank Cantelmo ‘71, P.O. Box 301, Marshfield Hills, MA 02051, or call (781) 834-7813
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Offering Admiralty and Maritime Law Services
David S. Smith, Esq.
Partner
MMA Class of 1989
[email protected]
“Have a legal question – give me a call!
If your issue is outside my wheelhouse, I’ll connect you with
someone who can assist you to a safe port.”
Farrell McAleer & Smith LLP offers a full array of
admiralty and maritime law service, ranging from sophisticated representation in complex federal court
litigation involving major marine casualties, to nurturing advice and counsel in commercial transactions that
grow a new business.
Office Locations:
60 Washington St.
Suite 303
Salem, Mass. 01970
Phone: 978-744-8918
2355 Main St.
P.O. Box 186
S. Chatham, Mass. 02659
Phone: 508-432-2121
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doing well now that we are back in Georgia.” Peter Lawrence of Duxbury, MA
sent a generous donation to the Association.
1964 – Robert J. Vienneau of The
Woodlands, TX wrote, “I’m in reasonable
health and making ends meet. ‘Atsa’ nice!”
1965 – Robert Caia of Newbury,
NH sent a generous gift to the General
Fund.
1966 – Robert McMurray of Cotuit,
MA sent a gift to the Scholarship Fund
and wrote, “All is well. Looking forward
to the 50th Reunion. Have five grandkids
on the floorplates and two in the oven.”
Paul J. Driscoll of Waikoloa, HI made a
generous donation to the General Fund,
and wrote, “Had contact with Paul
Kelleher ‘65 and had a blast. If anyone
had told me on July 22, 1962 that I would
be in Hawaii 50 years later, I would have
told them to stay out of the cooking
sherry and get your hands out of your
pockets! Go figure. Much aloha. – Pony.”
1967 – Robert C. O’Brien of
Bourne, MA sent a very generous gift to
the General Fund and wrote, “Enjoying
retirement on the Cape, while enjoying
our eight grandchildren.”
1968 – Wilfrid N. “Bill” Derby of
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Manchester, MD reported that he is
“Mostly retired from Wellington Development Corp. My grandson, Tyler, is planning on attending MMA, entering as a
‘youngie’ in 2016. His sister is currently a
junior at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis. ‘Down to the Sea in Ships’.”
1969 – Stephen Santoro of
Jamestown, RI updated his on-line profile, writing, “I shipped for a few years in
the 60s and 70s as an Engineer. I am now
self-employed as owner and principal in
a software services company implementing maintenance and asset management
software at utilities and other compa-
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nies. I have also sat for my Master License and, although for 100 ton, it was a
dream achieved. I am blessed with two
daughters and 3 grandchildren.”
1971 – John Glancy of Scituate,
MA sent gifts to both of the Funds.
1972 – George P. Arsenault of
Plymouth, MA made donations to both of
the Funds and wrote, “Semi-retired chief
engineer, hanging out on Mast Road next
door to MAC with Delang.”
1974 – Joe Krystofolski of Winchester, MA sent along his “Condolences
to all family members of the El Faro
disaster.”
1975 – Eugene F. Kelly Jr. of
Abington, MA sent a gift to the General
Fund. He is a retired high school administrator and wrote, “Enjoy travel on my
boat with wife and grandchildren.
1976 – Neal B.
Hayes,
Jr.
of
Burlington, VT updated his on-line profile, writing, “Retired
from MEBA in 2009 and
then retired from Transocean in 2014. I have
maintained my C/E
USCG license through
my five years as a
Project Manager at
Transocean.”
1977 – William
Wilkinson of Biloxi,
MS reported, “Left Halter in Oct. 2015. Working as Project Mgr. for
Bronswerk Onboard
Climate Engineering of
Seen at Homecoming
Class of
1980, (l. r.): John
Kelly, Keith
Duggan,
Karl Smith
and Michael
Cunningham
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Messinger, John Kelly and William Nicholson
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Montreal.”
1978 – Thomas Latronica Jr. of
Amity Harbor, NY made donations to
both of the Funds. He is a Field Engineer
with Thomas Polise Consulting Engineer
in NYC. Andrew H. Munter of Kennett
Square, PA is Sr. Associate/CM-PM with
STV Construction in Douglassville, PA.
He sent a generous donation to the Scholarship Fund and wrote, “Completed 5-yr.
commitment at Boeing Philadelphia for
factory renovations on center south campus. Now working for SE Pennsylvania
Transportation Authority on historic
renovations to Jenkintown - Wyncote
train station.”
1979 – John J. Mercaldo III of
Marstons Mills, MA wrote, “Preparing to
retire from sailing at the end of 2016.” He
is a Chief Engineer with Transoceanic
Cable Ship Co. Daniel Pasquale of
Germantown, MD sent generous donations to both the General Fund and the
Scholarship Fund.
1980 – Ronald E. Swanson of
Frederick, MD is a Commissioning Mgr
with Bechtel Infrastructure and Power in
Frederick, MD, and wrote, “Had dinner
with Maureen and Chris Roller on the
Cape this past summer. Great to catch
up!” John R. Taylor of Virginia Beach,
VA sent a very generous donation to the
Scholarship Fund. He is a Sr. Exec. Service Mgr with Military Sealift Command.
Glen Shenkin of Ludlow, MA is VPAcct. Mgr with Jones Lang LaSalle. He
sent a gift to the General Fund and wrote,
“Can’t believe its been 35 years! Hope
everyone is well!”
1981 – Wes M. Brown of Brewster,
MA is a Captain with John W. Stone Oil
Distributors of Gretna, LA, and wrote, “My
son, Wesley Brown, is graduating in 2016
from MMA. He was able to cadet ship with
me last summer on my vessel, the “Great
Expectations.” Edward M. Browne is
VP-Support Services with Cambridge
Health Alliance, and wrote, “Just relo-
William J. DiCroce ‘84 Named President
cated to Somerville, MA after
five years on Cape Cod. Great
and CEO of Veolia North America
to be back in the Boston area.”
Veolia, the glo1982 – Brian E. Murphy
bal leader in environof Vineyard Haven, MA sent a
mental solutions and
gift to the General Fund, and
optimized resource
wrote, “Retired in 2012 from
management, has
NOAA Marine Fisheries. Now
named William J.
working at Mink Meadows
“Bill” DiCroce as the
Golf Course on Martha’s Vinenew president and
yard. Saw Neal Milan on MV
CEO of Veolia North
last summer.” Michael A.
America.
Dagnello of Marshfield, MA
Bill DiCroce is a
sent a gift to the Scholarship
32-year veteran of the energy and environmental
Fund. He is a Superintendent
industries, including 20 years in the nuclear induswith PNPS Entergy in Plytry. He previously served as president and COO of
mouth, MA.
Veolia North America’s Municipal and Commer1983 – Michelle Carter
cial business. Prior to the consolidation of Veolia’s
Donati of Newfields, NH sent
water, energy and waste businesses in 2013, he
gifts to both the Scholarship
served as president and CEO of Veolia Energy
and the General Fund, and
North America, following a four-year role as the
wrote, “Teaching Spanish this
company’s executive VP and COO.
year to grades pre-K thru 6th.
Before joining Veolia in June 2008, he was
Enjoyed keeping up with
president and COO of NSTAR Electric and Gas
alumni on Facebook this year.
Company’s unregulated subsidiaries, which owned
Best wishes to Fran
and operated district energy and telecommunicaMcDonald ‘85! Hello to my
tions businesses and private utilities in the greater
old friends from MMA ‘80 Boston area.
‘86!” Stephanie (McGrath)
Prior to that, Bill DiCroce held operational
Rogers of Walpole, MA sent
and executive positions with Entergy Nuclear and
a generous gift to the ScholarBoston Edison. He began his career with General
ship Fund.
Electric at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory,
1984 – James (Jamie)
where he was certified as a nuclear power engineer
Mahoney of Weston, FL sent
within the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion program.
a gift to the General Fund.
In addition to his BS in marine engineering
1985 – William Kirby
from MMA, he holds an MBA from Boston Univerof Superior, CO sent a genersity. He has served as an adjunct professor for
ous gift to the General Fund.
nuclear power technology at MMA.
He is COO with CH2M Hill
ward to our 30th!”
Plateau Remediation Co.
1987 – Shawn O’Connor of
1986 – David Ellis of Fairhope, AL
Middleboro, MA sent donations to both
is a Sales Engineer with DAC and wrote,
of the Funds; he is a Sr. Project Mgr with
“Check out the new Custom Rooftop Air
Frank I. Rounds Co. in Randolph, MA.
Handlers on Kurz Hall. They are high
1988 – Brent L. LeClaire of
efficiency units by Annexair. Then call
Barrington, RI sent a gift to the Scholarme.” Richard N. Hackett of Groveland,
ship Fund and wrote, “Started new job in
MA made a generous donation to the
Nov. 2015 as a Field Energy Consultant
General Fund, and wrote, “Looking forPage 24
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with Solar City in Barrington.”
1989 – Jeffrey Cutter of Falmouth,
MA sent a generous gift to the Scholarship Fund; he is president of Cutter Financial Group LLC in Falmouth.
1990 – Brian Travers of
Leonardtown, MD is a Sr. Engineer with
Solute Inc. in Lexington Park, MD, and
wrote, “Proud to report that my son,
Brian Jr., is a youngie at MMA, looking
forward to his first cruise.”
1991 – William J. Reid III of
Scituate, MA sent a gift to the Scholarship Fund. He is employed at Urell Inc.
1995 – Paul Morris of Hingham,
MA sent a gift to the Scholarship Fund,
and reported, “Big family news, relocat-
ing to Luxembourg, Europe for two years. Taking a sabbatical from
work (Facilities Engineering Mgr with The
Mathworks in Natick,
MA). Hope to stay in
touch with everyone via
e-mail/social media.”
2000 – Justine
Kane of Springfield, MA
reported, “Getting married on Sept. 7, 2016.
Frank and I purchased
Donovan’s Irish Pub at
the Eastfield Mall in
Springfield, MA. All
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Seen at Homecoming
(l. - r., back row): Tom Hickey ‘95, Chris Ratches
‘94, Karie Keane ‘95; (front row): Musa Pam ‘95,
Yung Kwon ‘95 and Reid Heywood ‘95
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alumni are very welcome to stop by for a
pint!” Luke Fanuele sent a donation to
the Association.
2001 – Walter E. Horton IV of
Rehoboth, MA is a patrolman with the
Warren, RI Police Dept., and wrote, “Going on 10 years in the Marine Corps. Rank
is Captain MOS 0302, attached to Bravo
Co. 1/25.”
2003 – Dustin Varnell of
Middletown, RI sent a generous gift to
the Association.
2005 – Robert F. Noyer of
Bellingham, WA made a donation to the
Scholarship Fund.
2006 – Matthew Laffey of Tampa,
FL sent a gift to the Scholarship Fund; he
is a 1st Engineer with Transocean.
2007 – Thomas M. Morin updated
his on-line profile,
Andrew E. Guinan ‘15
writing, “Currently
Andrew E. Guinan ‘15 of
sailing as a Chief Mate
York, PA has received his
with Celebrity Cruise
commission as an Ensign
Lines. Completing my
from the U.S. Navy. Followsea days for my unliming his completion of a 12ited Masters License.
week Officer Candidate
I live in Shrewsbury,
School, Guinan will be attendMA with my wife, Coling Aviation Indoctrination
leen.
training in Pensacola, FL,
2010 – Ryan K.
where he will receive trainDeCoste of Raynham,
ing as a naval aviator.
MA wrote, “Ryan and
Meaghan welcomed
Jr. (future cadet), and I purchased our
their ‘youngie’, Cole, in May 2015.”
first home in Hingham, MA.”
2011 – Anthony M. Magnoli sent
2013 – Nathaniel T. Olsen of E.
gifts to both of the Funds. He is a 2nd
Dennis, MA made a donation to the ScholMate/DPO with Transocean , and wrote,
arship Fund. He is a 3rd Mate with Rowan.
“My wife, Kait Magnoli ‘11, son, Anthony
Mike Walsh
Bill Doherty
Eric Hayston
Greg Foote
Jonathan Davis
Arthur Heinzman
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SS United States Is Saved,
Perhaps to Sail Once More
Chrystal Cruises has announced a
plan to take over the maintenance costs
of the storied ocean liner SS United
States. Once known as “America’s Flagship,” the vessel is now slated for a
nine-month study to determine the feasibility of returning her seagoing service.
The United States was previously
owned and maintained by a non-profit
conservancy group in Philadelphia. The
U.S. United States Conservancy had
purchased her from NCL in 2011 when
the vessel appeared destined for sale
and scrapping.
The Conservancy itself came close
to scrapping the ship late last year, as
it struggled with raising the monthly
$60,000 needed to keep her docked
and mothballed. At the time, the
organization’s hope was to continue
her preservation, while working with a
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mixed-use facility in New York City.
“The prospect of the ship’s return
to seagoing service was a dream we’d
basically given up on because of the
technological challenges,” said Susan
L. Gibbs, executive director of the
Conservancy, speaking to the New
York Times.
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–DATED MATERIAL–
Alumni Calendar Luncheons
All luncheons meet at 1130 for cocktails and sea stories. Lunch is served at 1200.
Cape Cod Luncheon
Hampton Roads (VA) Chapter
Luncheon
Lindsey’s Restaurant, Route 28,
Wareham, MA
First (1st) Friday. Call Richard
Blackman ‘80 at (508) 280-2677 or
Tom Cass ‘49 at (508) 362-2376.
Call for location and dates.
Contact Tim Dooley ‘85 at (757)
430-3422 or [email protected]
Central Massachusetts
Cocktails/Dinner
SE Florida Gathering
Second (2nd) Tuesday.
Contact CAPT Christopher
Karentz ‘79 at (954) 683-6050 or
[email protected] for restaurant location and to RSVP.
Tri-State NY Chapter
Quarterly Cocktails/Dinner
1800 on the 3rd Tuesday of the
Quarter (Oct., Jan., Apr., Jul.).
Contact Steve Minninger ’92 at
[email protected] or (203)
536 - 4425 for date and location
(Stamford, CT or NYC). Reservations required 2 weeks in advance.
North Shore Luncheon
Port Hole Pub, Lynn, MA
Second (2nd) Wednesday. Call
Jim Full ‘50 at (781) 631-0700.
Coming Events
Maritime Alumni Reunion @ Sea June 11, 2016. See Pages 4 - 5.
Thunderbird Classic Golf Outing Monday, June 20, 2016. See Page 13.
MMAAA Red Sox Outing Saturday, July 9, 2016. See Page 17.
MMAAA 100th Anniversary Party July 30, 2016 (NEW DATE). See Pg. 12.
28th MMAAA Annual CAPT “Al”
Wilson Memorial Golf Classic Friday, September 16, 2016. See Pg. 9.
MMAAA Annual Meeting September 16, 2016 - 5 p.m., Blinn Hall
Homecoming 2016 Friday, Saturday and Sunday,
September 16 - 18, 2016
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Second (2nd) Tuesday. Contact
Kerry Duprey ‘91 at (508) 7696008 or [email protected]
Seacoast Luncheon
Old Salt Restaurant, inside Lamies
Tavern, (Intersection of Routes 1
and 27) Hampton, NH
Second (2nd) Monday. Call Capt.
George Duffy ‘41 at (603) 734-2275.
Boston Luncheon
The Barking Crab, 88 Sleeper
Street, Boston, MA
Fourth (4th) Monday of each
month. Contact Todd Isherwood
MSFM ‘11 at (617) 821-8388 or
[email protected].
Register at www.bostonmmaaa
lunch.eventbrite.com