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CWO NEWS
WINTER 2016
CWOA OFFICERS
CWO Philip W. Beddow
President
CWO Jared Heintz Vice President
CWO Sarah Case Vice President for Reserve Affairs
CWO Richard Waechter
(RET) Vice President for
Retired Affairs
CWO Brent Light Secretary
CWO Sabrina Maile
Treasurer
CWO Carol Setteducato (RET)
Executive Director
CONTACT INFORMATION Marina
Attn: CWO Assoc. USCG 12 Brookley Ave. SW
JBAB Washington, DC 20032
Telephone: 202.554.7753
E-mail: [email protected]
Front Cover:
Washington Monument
Christmas 2015. CWO News is a quarterly publication of the Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, U.S. Coast Guard. The CWOA is a non-profit organization comprised of active duty, reserve and retired members.
From
The President
Greetings Fellow Warrants,
I hope everyone had a great holiday season. I will be brief in my comments as in
this edition of the CWO News we are presenting the candidates for this year’s
association elections as well as several ballot measures that were developed at the
2015 Annual Meeting by the Executive Committee.
First I would like to welcome back the Greater Mobile Chapter. The Executive
Committee approved issuing a charter to the Greater Mobile Chapter on 23 Oct
2015. The Greater Mobile Chapter is located in Mobile, AL; Chapter President is
CWO Mathew Dederick. Association members interested in joining or finding out
more information about the Greater Mobile Chapter can contact the Executive
Director.
I would like to thank our candidates for volunteering to serve on the Board of
Directors. Unfortunately, this year’s BOD officer elections is short 2 nominations
for President. Additional information on the BOD’s course of action will be
provided to the Executive Committee for distribution to their members, at a later
date.
Detailed information for the 2016 ballot. The Executive Committee approved
submission of the following proposed association bylaws changes to the
membership for their vote:
1. Remove references to “District” or “Area” Chapter throughout the Bylaws. The
following Articles and Sections of the Bylaws should be rewritten to state:
Article I, Section 2: “The Executive Committee shall consist of the President of
each Chapter, or the President’s designated representative, and all association
officers.”
Article I, Section 3: “CHAPTERS.”
Article I, Section 3.a: “Eligibility for membership in chapters is set forth
below.”
Article I, Section 3.a.(1): “Only members of the Association may be REGULAR
MEMBERS of chapters.”
Article I, Section 3.a.(2): “Any commissioned or warrant officer of the United States Armed
Forces, except active duty Coast Guard chief warrant officers may be a SOCIAL MEMBER of
chapters.”
Article I, Section 3.b: “Chapters are established primarily for social purposes and group
representation to the Executive Committee.”
Article I, Section 3.b: “Chapters are established primarily for social purposes and group
representation to the Executive Committee.”
First sentence to Article I, Section 3.e: “A chapter may propose a resolution or motion to the
Association in writing.” (remaining sentences unchanged)
Article I, Section 3.f: “The Association recognizes the right of any chapter to form an Auxiliary
which will be governed by the individual chapter’s bylaws.
Last sentence of Article II, Section 2.b.(2): “The Membership Committee shall assure that the
nominee is in good standing and shall return the letter of nomination to the President of the
Association with a statement of offices held and committees in which the nominee participated in
either the Association or chapters.”
First sentence of Article II, Section 2.b.(4): “During the Annual Meeting, the President of the
Association shall chair a special committee, consisting of the Association officers, presidents of
the chapters (or their designated representative), and distinguished members present.” (remaining
sentences unchanged)
2. Remove references to “National” throughout the Bylaws. The following Articles and Sections of
the Bylaws should be rewritten to state:
First sentence of Article XI, Section 1: “The Association has established this certificate to
provide the Association President and the presidents of chapters a means of recognizing
meritorious service to the Association by members who have made significant contributions to
the Association or local chapters.” (remaining sentences unchanged)
[NOTE: For Bylaws changes 3-6. Material to be added is “underscored” and material to be
deleted is “lined out”]
3. Article IV ASSOCIATION OFFICERS.
Section 2.d QUALIFICATION FOR OFFICE. Change to allow BOD to solicit additional
member for office of Secretary and Treasurer in the event no one in the NCR is interested in
running for these offices.
2. d. Any Regular Member stationed or residing in the Washington-Baltimore areas, in good
standing, shall be eligible for nomination to or hold the offices of Secretary or Treasurer. In the
absence of two candidates for secretary or treasurer from the Washington-Baltimore area, the
office vacancy may be opened to any regular member with the continental United States.
4. Article IV ASSOCIATION OFFICERS.
Section 3.b NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Current version can be
interpreted to only allow 2 candidates for each office on the ballot. Changing the wording will
allow BOD to provide more than 2 candidates for each officer position.
3. b. Ballots containing the names of the nominees shall be mailed to the membership for vote
prior to 1 January or made available for electronic voting by 1 February. The ballot shall consist
of at least two candidates for each office.
5. Article VI MEETINGS.
Section 2.a. ANNUAL MEETING. Change Bylaws to allow the Annual Meeting to be held
between April and May to allow more flexibility to insure a cost effective Annual Meeting.
2. a. The Annual meeting of the Association shall be held during the month of April or May for
the primary purpose of installing the Association officers, considering new Distinguished
Members, announcing scholarship recipients and addressing major Association issues.
6. Article VII VOTING.
Section 2.d. VOTING PROCEDURE ON CHANGES TO THE CONSTITUTION AND
BYLAWS. Ballots sent out to general membership without an effective date. Allow the effective
date of changes to the Bylaws to be when the ballots have been tallied and a written report has
been received and accepted by the Executive Committee.
2. d. Each proposed change to the bylaws will specify the date the change will be effective, if
approved by the membership. If no effective date is specified on the ballot and the membership
approves the change to the Bylaws, then it will become effective on the date the ballots have
been tallied and a written report has been received by the Executive Committee.
7. Standing Rule 4: Regular members shall pay dues at the rate of $5.00 per month. Effective 1
September 1996. Recommend increasing regular member dues to subsidize the Death Gratuity
Fund.
Increase the dues by $2 per month [$7 per month] dedicating $1 a month going to the Death
Gratuity Fund and the remaining $6 going to the general fund.
Sincerely,
Phil Beddow
President, Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, USCG
Candidates for CWOA National Board of Directors
President, Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association (CWOA)
CWO Catherine Nauta, USCG
In June 2010, CWO Nauta was assigned to COMDT CG-09451 as an Organizational Performance
Consultant (OPC) and in December 2012 CWO Nauta received orders to CG PSC OPM-1 where she
is currently the post board appt/promotions officer for all CG officers. In summer 2016, CWO
Nauta will be assigned to COMDT CG-LPD. Prior to being selected as a Chief Warrant Officer she
served as an enlisted Yeoman. Her enlisted assignments included Group Upper Mississippi River,
Marine Safety Office New Orleans, CG Pay and Personnel Center (PPC), CG Training Center
Petaluma, HSC (now Base NCR), and DCMS-81. CWO Nauta is a huge advocate of paying it
forward and spends many hours volunteering; she is a Guardian for Honor Flight Chicago, provides
tutoring assistance through the CG PIE program, and has fostered and adopted over 60 puppies in
her home through Homeward Trails in Arlington, VA.
Vice President for Retire Affairs
CWO James Pulse, (Ret) USCG
CWO James Pulse retired from the US Coast Guard December 2005, after 23 years of service. He has
been a member of the CWOA and the CWOA New Orleans Chapter since July 2004. He served as
the Vice President of the CWOA New Orleans Chapter from July 2004 to February 2006 and has been
the Chapter President from 12 February 2006 to present. CWO Pulse has served on many Association
committees such as, the 2006 Membership At Large committee, the 2007 Financial Audit Committee,
2012 Long Range Planning Committee, the 2012 Advertising Committee, 2012 By-laws Committee,
the 2014 Death Gratuity Committee, and the 2015 Permanent Finance Committee. He has remained
active in CWOA New Orleans activities and volunteered for the 2009 Chapter Bylaws Committee and
several times on Chapter hosting committees. CWO Pulse is a Life Member of the Association and a
Distinguished Member in the CWOA.
Vice President for Retire Affairs
CWO J.T. Green, (Ret) USCG
CWO J.T. Green retired from the Coast Guard in 2013 after just over 30 years of service. He has
been a member of the CWOA since 2005 and is a Past Association President (2006-2008), past
Association Vice President (2005 & 2009-2010) and past chapter president of the Long Island Sound
Chapter (2012). He was a member of various committees including the Permanent Finance
Committee (2005-2010), the A/V committee (2009-2010), the bylaws committee (2012-2013) and is
a member of the membership committee (2015-2016).
Secretary
CWO Jonathan R. (Ryan) Donnell, USCG
CWO Ryan Donnell has served as the President, Steven Shields Alexandria CWOA Chapter since
June 2015. Prior to serving as President, he served as the Secretary for the Steven Shields Alexandria
CWOA Chapter June 2014 – May 2015. CWO Donnell promoted to ISM2 in June of 2012 and is
selected to promote to ISM3 in PY16. He is currently on his first assignment as a CWO and has served
in the capacities of Network Operations Center (NOC) manager for the Coast Guard Information
Technology Operations Center, Network Management Team Support Manager for the Enterprise
Services and Operations Department, and most currently as Lead System Support Agent for the
Enterprise Networks Product Line Support and Logistics Branch, CG TISCOM Alexandria, VA. Prior
to being selected as a Chief Warrant Officer he served as an enlisted Information Systems Technician
and Telecommunications Specialist. His enlisted assignments included Electronics Support
Detachment (ESD) Miami Beach, FL; Electronics Support Detachment (ESD) Galveston, TX; CG
Group Galveston, TX; and USCGC VIGOROUS in Cape May, NJ. He is a graduate of DeVry
University and holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Technical Management with a concentration
in Network and Communications Management. CWO Donnell proudly hails from Ennis, TX. He and
his wife Angela live in Stafford, VA with their two Children Garrick (15) and Hayden (9) and two
foster children Emma (4) and Ava (4).
Secretary
CWO Clinton Morgan, USCG
CWO Clinton Morgan accepted appointment to Chief Warrant Officer (W2) on 1 Sep 2015 and
reported to the Office of Leadership at Coast Guard Headquarters in Oct, 2015. He currently serves
as the Program Manager for various CG Officer Leadership Courses, most notably the CWO
Professional Development (CWOPD) Course. Prior to being selected as a Chief Warrant Officer he
served as a Chief Yeoman at CG Sector Upper Mississippi River in Saint Louis, MO as the
Servicing Personnel Office/Administration Division Head. His diverse enlisted assignments include
CG Sector Key West; USCGC FORWARD (WMEC 911), Portsmouth, VA; CG Air Station
Sacramento, CG Sector/MSO New Orleans and USCGC PENDANT (WYTL 65608), Boston, MA.
He is currently a Senior Classman at Saint Leo University earning his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in
Psychology. He looks forward to the opportunity to serve as Secretary of your Coast Guard Chief
Warrant Officer Association.
Secretary
CWO Christopher Jones, USCG
CWO Christopher Jones has served as Headquarters Command Security Officer since March 2012.
CWO Jones promoted to OSS2 in 2011. His first assignment as a CWO was Physical Security
Officer for CG-532 – Office of Defense Operations, CG Headquarters from June 2011 to March
2012 where did a later transfer to his current assignment as HQ CSO. He recently received orders to
the Interdiction Committee within HQ and will be promoted to CWO3 in June 2016. Prior to being
selected as a Chief Warrant Officer, he served as the Operations Specialist Rating Knowledge
Manager, TRACEN Petaluma. CWO Jones enlisted in the Coast Guard in January 1995. His enlisted
assignments as an OS/TC included CG TRACEN Petaluma - OS “A” School Instructor, CG
TRACEN Cape May – Recruit Company Commander; CGC FORWARD; CG Group Hampton
Roads, VA, TRACEN Petaluma – TC “A” School, and CGC VIGILANT. He is a graduate of
Excelsior College and Coastline Community College and holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in
Liberal Studies and Associates Degree in Computer Science, and DOD professional security
certifications: SAPPC, SFPC, and PSC. He has been married to Jane-Frances for 12 years. They
have three boys, and reside in Manassas Park, VA.
CWO Catherine Nauta CWO James Pulse CWO J.T. Green
CWO Ryan Donnell CWO Christopher Jones CWO Clinton Morgan
VP of Retired Affairs email address is:
WELCOME ABOARD NEW MEMBERS
Name Unit Sponsor
CWO (F&S) Michael Pillow, USCG USCGC Waesche CWOA
CWO (ENG) Matthew J. Palace, USCG DD-SFLC CWO Sean Woodworth
CWO (MLES) George Morris, USCG COMDT (CG-721) CWOA
CWO (WEPS) Steve G. Wilson, USCG MLE Academy CWOA
CWO (ISM) Justus Marks, USCG Cyber Command CWOA
CWO (ISM) Stephen P. Dickie, USCG TISCOM CWOA
CWO (MLES) Michael C. Enright, USCG 13th District CWOA
CWO (PERS) Gregg Hoss, USCG Sector New England CWOA
CWO (MSSE) Carlos Orellana, USCG Sector Boston CWOA
CWO (MSSD) Franklin Spedoske, USCG Sector Miami CWOA
CWO (OSS) Carrie R. Chatterton, USCG LANTAREA CWOA
CWO (MSSE) Cory B. Claybrook, USCG MSU Morgan City CWO David Mosley
CWO (OSS) Tia Bell, USCG COMDT (CG-9335) CWOA
CWO (F&S) William C Lorenzo, USCG USCGC Mohawk CWO Sambenedetto
CWO (ENG) Sean H. League, USCG LSSU CG Yard CWO Tracy Wade
CWO (MSSE) Sean D Cody, USCG MUS Morgan City CWOA
CWO Charles A. Martin, USCGR Sector LA/LB CWOA
CWO (PERS) Jonathan Hansin, USCG Sector Long Island CWOA
CWO (INV) Walter Ortiz, USCG U.S. Embassy Panama CWO Scott Epperson
CWO (F&S) Eugene Gutierrez, USCG Base Cleveland CWOA
CWO (F&S) James Biggs, USCG Base Portsmouth CWOA
CWO (PERS) Alexis Agaman, USCG Sector Southeastern CWOA
CWO (F&S) Jason E. Smith, USCG Sector Boston CWOA
CWO (F&S) Tisha M. Auricchio, USCG Base New Orleans CWOA
CWO (INV) Justin R. Malys, USCG CGIS RAO Buffalo CWOA
CWO (ISS) Patrick L. Richmond, USCG COMDT (CGIS) CWOA
CWO (AVI) Dominic J Mosler, USCG Air Station Los Angeles CWOA
CWO (AVI) Terry R. Shaw, USCG Air Station San Francisco CWOA
CWO (ENG) Joseph Fratto, USCG SFLC Baltimore CWOA
CWO (ENG) David S. Woods, USCG SFLC Baltimore CWOA
CWO (BOSN) Marvin F. Lalone, USCG Sector Detroit CWO Nick Durrant
CWO (INV) John A. Culley, USCG CGIS TRADET CWOA
CWO (MSSR) Jake C. Elks, USCG Sector Delaware CWO Richard Sambenedetto
Notes from the Executive Director
Many newsletters are returned on a monthly basis due to incorrect addresses, which costs the Association
unnecessary money. Please remember to put in a change of address with the Association when you PCS, retire
or relocate. Remind your fellow Warrants to do this when you're welcoming them to the unit! Additionally,
please double check the amount of your allotment; everyone should be contributing $5.00 for their monthly
dues. The $3.00 discount has long expired. If you have questions contact us at [email protected].
I look forward to hearing from you.
Carol Setteducato
Revised 11/28/2015
Chief Warrant Officer John A. Keller-CWOA Scholarship Grant Application
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name (Last, First, Middle) Age
Mailing Address
(Number, Street, RFD or P. O. Box (City) (State) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number:
Email Address:
Present Grade Level in School is:
Presently enrolled in an accredited institution for post
secondary education?
High School - Senior
Yes No
College - (1) (2) (3) (4)
If yes, Name of
Institution
SPONSOR INFORMATION
Name (Last, First, Middle) Rate Specialty/Rank
Date first entered Coast Guard/Coast Guard Reserve Current Duty Station
IF SPONSOR IS DECEASED, COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING
Coast Guard (Active Duty)
Coast Guard
(Retired)
Coast Guard
Reserve
Date of Death Status at time of Death
The above information is submitted for the purpose of determining my status as a dependent child of a member of the CWOA, USCG.
I hereby apply for consideration of a scholarship grant to attend an accredited institution of higher learning above high school.
Attached is my essay setting forth my reason(s) for pursuing post secondary education.
(School I am planning to attend) Major (Signature of Applicant)
SPONSOR CERTIFICATION
1. I am a member in good standing of the CWOA, USCG and this application is submitted with my approval. The applicant is
eligible for consideration of a CWO John A. Keller-CWOA Scholarship Grant.
2. The applicant is my dependent
(Relationship of applicant to sponsor)
(Date) (Signature of Sponsor)
CWO JOHN A. KELLER-CWOA
SCHOLARSHIP GRANT
STANDING RULES AND REGULATIONS
SECTION I - Purpose. The CWO John A. Keller, Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association
Scholarship Grant (hereinafter "Grant") is established to financially assist dependent children of
members in good standing or who were members in good standing of the CWOA, United States
Coast Guard at the time of their death. The assistance shall be a monetary grant for an accredited
institution of higher learning.
SECTION II - Funds.
1. All funds expended for grants must be either contributions to the Grant or income from grant
funds.
2. Grants in the amount of $750 (the number of awards at the discretion of the Committee) not to
exceed 1/3 of the available funds) will be presented in April of each year to the most deserving eligible
candidates. Funds are to be used toward educational expenses at an accredited institution of higher
learning beyond high school.
3. All expenditures [other than Grants], shall be authorized by a majority vote of the members of the
CWOA present at an Association meeting. No expenditure shall be made other than in furtherance of
the purposes stated in the Standing Rules and Regulations and the administration thereof.
SECTION III - Governing Board. The governing committee shall be appointed and shall operate in
accordance with the bylaws of the Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association.
SECTION IV - Amendment to the Standing Rules and Regulations.
Amendments to the Standing Rules and Regulations shall only be made by two-thirds vote of the
CWOA members present at the Annual meeting or at an Association Convention.
SECTION V - Eligibility and Application Requirements.
1. An applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements:
a. Be the dependent child of a member in good standing of the Chief Warrant and Warrant
Officers Association or who was a member in good standing at the time of their death.
b. Be a senior in high school with an average of "C" or be currently enrolled in an accredited
institution of higher learning with an average of "C".
c. Be enrolled in a full time course of instruction.
d. The financial status of the applicant’s parents shall not be a factor in determining the
applicants to be awarded grants.
e. The receipt of a grant does not exclude an applicant from receiving additional grants in
subsequent years.
2. Application Requirements:
a. Applications shall be submitted to the Association office, postmarked not later than 1
March and must be received by the Association not later than 15 March each year.
Mail to: Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, USCG
12 Brookley Ave. S.W.
JBAB Washington, DC 20032.
b. Applicants shall submit with their application their reason(s) for attending or desiring to
attend an accredited institution of higher learning above high school. Submissions shall be limited to
two hand-written pages or one typed page and must specifically include immediate and long-range
goals.
c. Applicants who have not completed one or more years at an institution of higher learning
shall furnish an official copy of his/her high school transcript for the previous two semesters.
Applicants who have completed one or more years at an institution of higher learning shall furnish an
official copy of his/her current transcript while attending institutions of higher learning.
d. High School applicants shall furnish a copy of a letter indicating college, university,
vocational school, etc., acceptance. Persons attending a college, university, vocational school, etc.,
providing a transcript from said institution is sufficient.
e. Applicants shall submit documentation in support of any personal accomplishments,
extracurricular activities, or community service performed during the past two years.
f. Applicants are invited and encouraged to submit a head and shoulders photograph to be
published in the CWO News if a scholarship grant should be awarded. The photograph will not be
used by the Scholarship Committee in consideration of awarding the grant.
SECTION VI - Presentation of Grants
Whenever possible, grants will be presented by an area or district chapter of the CWOA located in the
vicinity of the student involved. Appropriate ceremonies should be scheduled by the chapter and
presentation should be made by the chapter president, or at the chapter president's discretion, any
Association member in the area.
Effective as of 28 November 2015
MAKE SURE YOU INCLUDE
Application Transcripts Essay
Letter of Acceptance (If NOT
currently enrolled)
Support Documentation (if
applicable)
Photograph (if
desired)
APPLICATION MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN 1 MARCH
Revised 11/2015
Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, USCG
Art and Eleanor Colona Scholarship
Application
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name (Last, First, Middle) Age
Mailing Address
(Number, Street, RFD or P. O. Box (City) (State) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number:
Email Address:
Present Grade Level in School is:
Presently enrolled in an accredited institution for post secondary
education?
High School - Senior
Yes No
College - (1) (2) (3) (4)
If yes, Name of
Institution
SPONSOR INFORMATION
Name (Last, First, Middle) Rate Specialty/Rank
Date first entered Coast Guard/Coast Guard Reserve Current Duty Station
IF SPONSOR IS DECEASED, COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING
Coast Guard (Active Duty)
Coast Guard
(Retired)
Coast Guard Reserve
Date of Death Status at time of Death
The above information is submitted for the purpose of determining my status as a dependent son/daughter of an enlisted member of the
United States Coast Guard (active, retired or reserve). I hereby apply for consideration of a scholarship grant to attend an accredited
institution of higher learning above high school. Attached is my essay setting forth my reason(s) for pursuing post secondary
education?
(School I am planning to attend) Major (Signature of Applicant)
SPONSOR CERTIFICATION
1. I am an enlisted member of the United States Coast Guard (active, retired or reserve) and this application is submitted with my
approval. The applicant is eligible for consideration of the Art and Eleanor Colona Scholarship Grant.
2. The applicant is my dependent
(Relationship of applicant to sponsor)
(Date) (Signature of Sponsor)
(Revised 4/2012)
Revised 11/2015
Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, USCG
Art and Eleanor Colona Scholarship Grant Eligibility Requirements
An applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements:
a. Be the dependent son/daughter of an enlisted member of the United States Coast Guard (active, retired or reserve).
b. Be a senior in high school with an average of "C" or better during the most recent two semesters or be currently enrolled in
an accredited institution of higher learning with an average of "C" or better for the year immediately prior to application.
c. If enrolled in an institution of higher learning be enrolled in a full time course of instruction based on school or program
criteria.
d. The financial status of the applicant’s parents shall not be a factor in determining the applicants to be awarded grants.
Application Instructions
a. Applications shall be submitted to the Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association postmarked not later than 1 June
each year. Mail Applications and supporting documentation to the following address:
Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, USCG
12 Brookley Ave. SW
JBAB Washington, DC 20032
b. Applicants must submit proof that one of their parents is an enlisted member of the United States Coast Guard (active,
retired or reserve). A document establishing eligibility of a parent: for example a DD-214, Letter from the unit or
an Application for identification card enrollment (DD form 1172).
c. Applicants shall submit with their application an essay outlining their reason(s) for attending or desiring to attend an
accredited institution of higher learning above high school. Submissions shall be limited to two hand-written pages or one
typed page and must specifically include immediate and long-range goals.
d. Applicants who have not completed one or more years at an institution of higher learning shall furnish a certified copy of
his/her scholastic record beginning with the tenth grade. Applicants who have completed one or more years at an institution
of higher learning shall furnish a certified copy of his/her scholastic record while attending institutions of higher learning.
e. Applicants shall furnish a copy of a letter of acceptance from their chosen college, university, vocational school, etc.
f. Applicants are encouraged to submit supplemental documentation in support of any personal accomplishments,
extracurricular activities, or community service performed during the past two years.
g. Applicants are encouraged to submit a head and shoulders photograph to be published in the CWO News if a scholarship
grant should be awarded. The photograph will not be used by the Scholarship Committee in consideration of awarding the
grant.
MAKE SURE YOU INCLUDE Application Transcripts Essay
Letter of Acceptance (even if currently enrolled) Support Documentation (if applicable) Photograph (if desired)
APPLICATION MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN 1 JUNE
IN MEMORIAM
To Those Who Have Crossed The Bar
CWO (ELC) William A. Liming, USCG (Retired) cross the bar on Aug. 24, 2015. CWO Liming was
born on Nov. 30, 1923 and retired on Sep. 1, 1969. He was a member of the CWOA for 57 years.
CWO (BOSN) Charles J. Cannon, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Aug. 29, 2015. CWO Cannon
was born on Nov. 3, 1937 and retired on Jun. 1, 1978. He was a member of the CWOA for 23 years.
CWO (MAT) David Brooks, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Sep. 2, 2015. He is survived by his
widow Mrs. Margaret Brooks. CWO Brooks was born on May 14, 1941 and retired on Jul. 1, 1982.
He was a member of the Association for 35 years.
CWO (BOSN) Dana Hale, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Sep. 6, 2015. He is survived by his
widow, Mrs. Carolyn Hale, of Eliot, Maine. CWO Hale was born on Aug. 8, 1933 and retired on Aug
1, 1978. He was a member of the Association for 44 years.
CWO (PERS) Stephen Tepner, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Sep. 7, 2015. He is survived by his
widow Mrs. Marilyn Tepner of 25 Moser Place, Clayton, NC 27520-5994. CWO Tepner was born on
Apr. 25, 1940 and retired on Jun. 1, 1988. He was a member of the Association for 37 years.
CWO (BOSN) Richard Rohweder, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Sep. 14, 2015. He is survived
by his widow, Mrs. Claire Rohweder of 4733 Cummings Road, Eureka, CA 95501. CWO Rohweder
was born on Jun. 30, 1947 and retired on Aug. 1, 1988. He was a member of the Association for 37
years.
CWO (MED) James Bailey, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Sep. 16, 2015. He is survived by his
widow, Mrs. Laqueta Bailey of 1107 Oakwood Circle, Henryetta, OK 74437. CWO Bailey was born
on Nov. 20, 1937 and retired on Aug. 1, 1979. He was a member of the Association for 38 years.
CWO (COMM) Stephen Pitro, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Sep. 19, 2015. CWO Pitro was born
on Dec. 15, 1930 and retired on May 1, 1978. He was a member of the Association for 45 years.
CWO (ELC) Robert Cason, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Oct. 7, 2015. He is survived by his
widow, Mrs. Ann Cason of 9620 Old Chestnut Drive, Midlothian, VA 23112. CWO Cason was born
on May 11, 1933 and retired on Feb. 1, 1985. He was a member of the Association for 47 years.
CWO (MED) Robert Poole, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Oct. 7, 2015. He is survived by his
widow, Mrs. Judy Poole of 512 Amster Lane, Chesapeake, VA 23323. CWO Cason was born on Jul.
21, 1941 and retired on Sep. 1, 1987. He was a member of the Association for 19 years.
CWO (BOSN) Carl Murry, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Oct. 16. 2015. He is survived by his
widow, Mrs. Lillian Murry of 21396 Holly Court, Warrenton, MO 63383. CWO Murry was born on
Apr. 22, 1926 and retired on Nov. 1, 1981. He was a member of the Association for 34 years.
IN MEMORIAM
To Those Who Have Crossed The Bar
CWO (MED) Kerney Patrick, USCG (Retired) crossed the bar on Nov. 13, 2015. He is survived by his
widow Mrs. Glenys Patrick of 300 Driftwood Circle, Slidell, LA 70456. CWO Patrick was born on
Jan. 14, 1926 and retired on Jul. 1, 1981. He was a member of the Association for 38 years.
CWO4 Richard Pultz donated 100.00 to the CWO Keller Scholarship Fund in memory of Mrs
Darlene Marie Keller.
On December 15, 2015 the
St. Louis chapter
presented CWO Joe
Croghan his certificate for
50 years of service to the
CWOA.
Our Warrant Officers are stepping up and helping out!
Chief Warrant Officer Professional Development
Distinguished Member CWO Bill Mattoon (Ret),
presents the Chief Warrant Officer’s Association
Outstanding Officer Award to CWO Terry Shaw of
AIRSTA San Francisco Nov. 20, 2015 at the
graduation ceremony of Chief Warrant Officer
Professional Development Class 02-16 on the Coast
Guard Academy campus in New London, CT.
Golden Gate Chapter
Golden Gate Chapter of the Chief Warrant Officer Association in Alameda, Calif., hosted professional
development sessions for the enlisted work
force laying the ground work of how to
submit a Chief Warrant Officer Package. On
the morning of Oct. 27, 2015, chapter
members again volunteered their time aboard
Coast Guard Base Alameda to more than 85
enlisted members from various Bay Area
units. The information sharing session offered
an opportunity for all of the attendees to learn
the ins and outs of how to submit their chief
warrant officer package as well as talk with
the chief warrant officers in attendance about
how to make their specific package stand out
from the rest.
Mid-Pacific Chapter
In remembrance of Veterans Day, 25
members of the CWOA Mid-Pacific
Chapter placed US and CG flags on
graves of CG veterans interned at the
National Memorial Cemetery of the
Pacific in Honolulu, HI. The group
consisted of active duty, retirees,
family and friends
REGISTRATION FORM
April 14 – 16
2016 ANNUAL MEETING
Name (for Badge):
Name of Chapter:
Your Street
Address: City
Day-time Phone: Email
Rank:
State Zip:
MEETING, LODGING AND INSTALLATION DINNER AT THE Embassy Suites Hotel, 44610 Waxpool Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
Ph: (703)554-6070 Fax: (703) 723-3811
DO NOT MAKE RESERVATIONS WITH THE HOTEL
Lodging Room Rate is $141.28 per night (price includes taxes and breakfast for two)
Hotel Arrival Time/Date Hotel Departure Date
I desire a Non-Smoking Room Handicap-Accessible Room
I am attending the meeting and desire a single occupancy room (This means I’m paying for ½ the
room)
I am attending the meeting and desire a double room (You will share a room with another Chapter
Rep)
I will be accompanied and need a room to accommodate persons
Names of persons accompanying me:
I am attending the meeting but do not need room accommodations.
Installation Dinner Saturday, 16 April (Reception 1800 followed by dinner at 1900)
Individuals at $45 each (Included with registration) Please make menu selection(s) below
Pan Seared Chicken Saltimbocca –
Chicken with fresh sage, prosciutto and
white wine.
Slow Roasted Pork Loin– Mustard-Brown
Sugar Glaze and Pork Jus.
Pepper Crusted Sirloin – Demi glaze
with button mushroom.
Vegetable Lasagna If you need a special menu, contact
Carol Setteducato at (202)554-7753 or
Please send your form and check to CWOA, 12 Brookley Ave. S.W., Washington, DC 20032
Signature: Date
FORMS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE ASSOCIATION PRIOR TO 24 MARCH 2016
Wednesday, 13 April (1800-2000)
Welcome Reception Number of Individuals (no charge for reception)
CWOA Merchandise Order Form
Item Quantity Size Unit Cost Total Cost
Embroidered Polo Shirt ______ ____ $30.00 _________
Navy Blue Ball cap ______ $16.00 _________
White Ball cap ______ $16.00 _________
Sword Plaque ______ $85.00 _________
Embroidered Patch ______ $ 5.00 _________
Lapel Pin ______ $ 4.00 _________
Decal ______ $ 1.00 _________
Bumper Sticker ______ $ .50 _________
Lightweight Windbreaker ______ ____ $58.00 _________
Medium Weight Jacket ______ ____ $52.50 _________
Heavyweight Jacket ______ ____ $58.00 _________
For Windbreaker & Jacket add $2.00 for 2XL and 3XL _________
Shipping & Handling for Windbreakers and Jackets is 10.00 each. _________
Shipping Costs for all other items. (see table below) _________
Total Cost of Ordered Items. _________
TOTAL COST _________
Shipping Cost Add Shipping Cost Add
Up to $7.00 $2.50 $30.01 to 50.00 7.50 $7.00 to $15.00 $3.50 $50.01 to 100 $12.00 $15.01 to 30.00 $6.50 Over 100 $17.00
Ship to:
Name:_____________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________
City:________________________________ State:___________________
Zip Code:_____________________________ Phone: ________________
Personalized Jacket Embroidery: ________________________________________
ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ARE NOW ACCEPTED; PLEASE CALL 202-554-7753 TO ARRANGE PAYMENT.
Make check or money order payable to “CWOA”, Mail Form to Marina, CWO Association, USCG, 12 Brookley Ave. S.W., JBAB Washington, DC 20032 Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Revised 10-8-2015
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Boston, MA
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New Haven/New London, CT
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Philadelphia, PA
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Baltimore, MD
Washington DC Chapter
Washington, DC
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Alexandria, VA
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Yorktown, VA
Low Country Chapter Charleston, SC
Norfolk Chapter
Portsmouth, VA
Greater Miami Chapter
Miami, FL
Sammie.Stewart @uscg.mil
Suncoast Chapter
Largo, FL
New Orleans Chapter
New Orleans, LA
Atchafayala Chapter
Morgan City, LA
Little Club on the Prairie
Paxico, KS(Andrew Scharf)
St. Louis Chapter
St. Louis, MO
Sabine Chapter
Port Arthur, TX
Great Lakes Chapter
Detroit, MI
Silver State Chapter
Las Vegas, NV
Southern California Chapter
San Pedro, CA
Golden Gate Chapter
Alameda, CA
Pacific Northwest Chapter
Seattle, WA
Juneau Chapter
Juneau, AK
Emerald Isle Chapter
Kodiak, AK
The Last Frontier Chapter
Anchorage, AK
Mid Pacific Chapter
Honolulu, HI
Greater Mobile Chapter Mobile, Al
ASSOCIATION CHAPTERS
Do you want to start a chapter?
Do you have at least 10 CWOs in your area?
Contact Carol Setteducato, Executive Director for more information and other
requirements to begin.
12 Brookley Ave SW
Washington, DC 20032
202-554-7753
Marina
Attn: Chief Warrant and Warrant
Officers Association, USCG
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CWO4 Scott Epperson retires after 30 years of service. He is shown here
with his wife Tina, Anna Belle Conroy and Capt. Gregory Weisner.
