Our Fallen Eagles
The Fallen Eagles contains a database of deceased members and close associates of the 16th Air Force and its predecessor organizations. This list is only available to FTVA members and is constantly being updated.If you have a Fallen Eagle to report please click below.
A note from FTVA
These lists were originally compiled by CMSgt Bob Jones. He started creating this list long before computers came into daily use. Kirk Carpenter took over the list, organized it and put into a database. Kirk continued to maintain the list until Ted Colquhoun assumed the duties in February of 2011. Ted passed the responsibility on to Lee Anthony in June of 2016. Currently this is being updated voluntarily by Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa, this list may not be 100% accurate but we provide and continuously update it continue a generations long legacy.
| NAME | GRADE | DEATH | COMMENTS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAKER, Tom "Nip" | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'timer; Cmd Hq, 6910 Darmstadt, Landsberg, Ger, et al | |
| AALVIK, Doug | unk | 2014 | 6913th, Bremerhaven, GE, 1965-68, Morse intercept operator, 6950th RAF Chicksands, UK, 6917th Security Group, San Vito, Italy. | |
| AAMUTH, Larry W. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist, IFEL 1963 | |
| ABATE, Patrick V. | MSgt | 2017 | (Taiwan); 6903rd (Osan); 6922nd (Clark); JOCC (Chicksands); AETC Goodfellow AFB. AFSC 207X1. | |
| ABBEY, Dennis L. | Unk | UNK | 292x1, Misawa 59-62 and 73-76 | |
| ABBOT, Clarence A. "Asberry" | TSgt | 2008 | 304x, Misawa 1960-61 | |
| ABBOTT, Homer G. II | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Abee, Lanny Ross | CMSgt | 2025 | Lanny served 28 years in the United States Air Force. Cherishing his memory are his son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Melinda Abee of Ellicott City, Maryland, his life companion of 30+ years, Karon Wernli of San Antonio, Texas, his former wife Elizabeth Abee of San Antonio, Texas. //Obit – Sunset North Funeral Home// CMSgt Lanny Abee, a best friend who left much too early. We who knew him were blessed. //Bob Andress// My condolences to his family. I am proud to have had him as a friend and member of our USAFSS family. Lanny always spoke with conviction and pride of his military friends. I will miss his humor and honest opinions that he shared with me. R.I.P. my friend. //Bill Etherton// Facebook has several posts of Lanny “defending the FEBA” during the San Vito Group gatherings. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| ABEL, Clifford M. | Unk | 2006 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1964 | |
| Abel, David Martin, Sgt, USAFSS | Sgt | 2021 | He joined the United States Air Force in 1968, serving in Vietnam from 1971-1972 with the 6994th, Det 2, at Danang, RVN Air Base. During his service, David flew over 50 combat missions flying on EC-47's and was awarded the Air Medal, along with numerous other medals. | |
| ABENDSHIEN, Robert W. | Unk | 2004 | 203 asgn 6913th RSM in mid 60s | |
| ABERNATHY, James | A1C | 2019 | Radio Traffic Analyst, 1954; Clark AB and Ft Meade as NSA civilian | |
| ABESKA, Mary Ann | SSgt | 2019 | ||
| Abram, Richard T. | SSgt | 2022 | Reverend Abram served in Vietnam as a Staff Sergeant in the USAF. Rev. Abram was a minister, adult Sunday School teacher, Men’s fellowship leader and member of Elgin Congregational Holiness Church. He always put God first, and he enjoyed flying his airplane, hunting, and fishing. Richard T. Abram is listed in “Our Losses” page from 6994th Security Squadron site https://6994th.com/ | |
| ABRAMS, Alan R. | Unk | 2008 | IFEL 1964 Chinese linguist | |
| ABRAMS, Mervyn N. | unk | 2013 | 203 - Misawa 1959-61 | |
| ACKERMAN, Roy W. | MSgt | 1977 | R20270; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| ACKLIN, Forest Eugene (Gene) | SMSgt | Unk | Need more info - Personnel NCO - Crete, Yokota, Goodfellow, Offut and Berlin - retired early 1970's | |
| ACOSTA, Angelo "Ace" | SMSgt | 1988 | USAFSS Ol'timer; ACRP, Spanish Linguist, AMS' known for great sense of humor | |
| Acre, David L. | MSgt | 2020 | He served in the USAF as a Linguist for over 26 years, retiring as a MSgt. Following his retirement, he moved to Winslow, Arkansas, and later, to Spring Hill, Florida. He was an active member of the American Legion. | |
| ACTON, Charles | MSgt | 2019 | Cold War era in the Air Force Security Service. Assignments include San Antonio Tx, Goodfellow AFB TX, Misawa Japan, Bremerhaven Germany, Rhein Main Germany, Karamursel and Adana Turkey. Â Second career in Communication in 1963. These military assignments were Travis AFB Calif, Biloxi MS, Da Nang AFB Viet-Nam, Zaragoza AFB Spain, and Homestead AFB Florida. Â Retired from the USAF on 31 Jan 1980 as a MSgt. | |
| ACTON, James J. | Unk | 2015 | IFEL 1959 Chinese linguist | |
| ACUFF, Stephen Douglas | CMSgt | 2012 | Turkey, Texas, Greece, Virginia, South Carolina, Italy, Radio Intercept Analyst, Tech School Instructor, a PME Instructor, Director of Education and Commandant of a USAF NCO Leadership School | |
| ADAM, Robert (Bob) | Unk | 2007 | Elmendorf, Goodfellow, Chicksand, Clark and Correy Field | |
| Adamiak, Joseph B. | MSgt | 2025 | He had a distinguished career in the USAF, retiring as a Master Sergeant with 24 years of service and numerous awards. Joe was proficient in several languages, including Chinese, Korean and Spanish. The Air Force trained him to be a Chinese Linguist. He studied at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA three times to get proficient in Mandarin Chinese. He was then trained for his duties at Goodfellow AFB San Angelo TX prior to his first duty assignment in Pakistan. He was reassigned several times as a surveillance and intelligence instructor at Goodfellow. Besides living in San Angelo, Joe, spent three years in Taiwan and a tour at Fort Ord, California. He served a remote tour in Korea and was then assigned to the National Security Agency, Fort Meade MD, where he retired in 1989 | |
| ADAMS, Arthur L. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ADAMS, BARRY B. | A2C | 2002 | 292x Misawa 64- | |
| Adams, Barry Clayton | Amn | 2015 | According to Jed Rogers, "Barry and I served in the USAF together at San Vito Air Station, Italy. He was a great friend to many at the Air Station. We both joked about dreaming about morse code way too often. Barry made sure we all became dedicated Manchester United fans. His AFSC was 207X1 and assignments included San Vito Air Station Zulu Flight from 1980 to 1981. His nickname was Baz." | |
| ADAMS, Butch | Unk | 2011 | San Vito, 6910th 1973-75 | |
| ADAMS, DONN W. | A2C | 1999 | 203x Misawa 64- | |
| ADAMS, Howard | Unk | 2005 | Det 1, 29th RSM, APO 239 SFO (Yontan AFLD, Okinawa Japan) 7 May 1955 6927th Security Flight, APO 239 SFO (Yontan AFLD, Okinawa Japan) 8 May 1955 , Asgn Naha AB, Okinawa as Comsec Ops Supe & 1st Sgt | |
| ADAMS, James L. "AFRO" | Capt | 2012 | 292XX; Phillipines, Shu Lin Kou, Hawaii; Intel Officer | |
| ADAMS, James W. | Major | 2012 | USAFSS 1958-65…Darmstadt (10th) and Alaska (81st), retired as US Army Major | |
| ADAMS, John H. | Unk | 1989 | Morse controller asgn 41st/6913th RSM @ Bremerhaven | |
| ADAMS, Newell Frank | MSgt | 2017 | 207X1; Kadena and Clark AB | |
| ADAMS, Raymond H. | Unk | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| ADAMS, Robert L. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ADAMS, Warren | MSgt | 1995 | Finance; Pacific Korea, et al | |
| ADAMS, William E. | TSgt | 1997 | 732x, Misawa 1970 | |
| ADAMS, Winfield C. | Col | 2000 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; WWII Bomber pilot; USAFSS Cmd Hq, Europe, et al | |
| ADCOCK, Gordon D. | Unk | 1997 | 303XX asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| ADEN, James | Unk | 2009 | 292X1 asgn 6910/6911th Darmstadt 1960-61 | |
| ADKINS, Tommy F. | SSgt | 1971 | 202X, Misawa 1958- | |
| ADKINSON, James Edward (Jim) | MSgt | 2018 | Mission Spvr; San Vito, Hakata, Japan (6918th), San Antonio | |
| ADSITT, Curtis L. | Unk | 1996 | Asgn Misawa 1957 | |
| AGEE, Robert E. | Unk | 2002 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| AGOSTINE, Vincent Jr. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| AHEARN, Robert R. | unk | 2007 | 293 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt - 1961-63 | |
| Ahland, Walter William | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF and served in the USAF Security Service for 2 1/2 years at San Vito de Normani (Italy) and Elmendorf AFB (Alaska). In 1976 Walt and his spouse, Anne, returned to Cambridge, IL. Walt was a gifted athlete, and basketball was his favorite sport to play. He enjoyed great success in high school, in college and during his time in the Air Force where he was part of a basketball team that won the All-Mediterranean Championship. He participated in sports in several European locations while in the Air Force. | ||
| AILEY, Raymond E. | SSgt | 1997 | 304 asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| AIREY, Paul W. | CMSgt | 2009 | First Sergeant @ Keesler; 1st CMSAF | |
| AKERSON, Edward A. "Gus" | LtCol | 2007 | Asgn USAFSS, Misawa 1952, 1971 | |
| AKINS, Wesley C. "Wes" | Col | 2002 | 6929th Commander in 1961. HoH member 1988. USAFSS Manpower/Tng late 60s. | |
| AKINS, William J. | A2C | 2003 | Misawa 1954 | |
| ALANIZ, Jose Roberto Sr. | unk | 2016 | Turkey, Germany - more information please | |
| ALDAZ, Patrocinio (Pat) | MSgt | 2014 | USAFSS - RU-Linguist - Bremerhaven, Germany; Hof Air Station, Germany; Peshawar Air Base, Pakistan and Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas | |
| ALDERFER, Elmer L. | Unk | 2005 | 203 asgn Misawa 1963- | |
| ALDRIN, Ronald "Ron" | Unk | 2009 | Served with USAFSS 1955-65; asgn England, Anchorage, Ft Meade | |
| ALEXANDER, Robert A. "Bob" | Unk | 2002 | USAFSS COMSEC Vet. | |
| Alexander, Sigmund | Colonel | 2024 | He graduated from the U.S Merchant Marine Academy in 1950 and received a commission in the U.S. Naval Reserve, from which he transferred to the U.S. Air Force. Prior to transferring his commission to the Air Force, he sailed with American Export Lines. After entering the USAF, he underwent Navigation training and served in Korea in 1952 aboard a B-26 bomber. Following his service in Korea, he served In MATS (C-118s) at Westover AFB. MA; University of Rochester, NY as assistant professor of AFJROTC; Mather AFB, CA, Advanced Navigator Training; Pease AFB, NH, 100th Bomb Wing as a B-47 navigator/bombardier and operations staff officer; Air Force Institute of Technology Education with Industry; Air Force Avionics Laboratory at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH; Bien Hoa and Nha Trang AFBs in Vietnam in 1966; Norton AFB, CA as navigator (C-141s) and later Commandant of the Military Airlift Command NCO Academy; Defense Communications Planning Group logistic plans officer at the Naval Observatory in Washington, DC, and later Defense Supply Agency at Cameron Station, VA,1969-1974. In July 1974 he was reassigned to Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX as Assistant to the Commander for Quality Assurance. In 1976 he was assigned to the 4th Tactical Air Force, NATO at Ramstein AFB, Germany as Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics and Personnel. In 1978 he was reassigned to Kelly AFB where he served with International Logistics, and finally as Deputy Chief of Staff for Quality Assurance. He retired in 1981. His decorations include two Legion of Merits, Defense Department Meritorious Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Joint Services Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Meritorious Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, the Air Medal with ten Oak Leaf Clusters, and Combat Crew Medal. Col. Alexander was married to Virginia Smith Alexander of Holyoke, MA. They had four children: Cynthia (James Michael Garrett), Peter (Karen Cardenas), David (Meri Burton), Jonathan (Karen McHale); six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. //Obit – Porter Loring Mortuaries// His USAFSS time was brief. He served on the RIVET JOINT Acquisition Team. There was a USAFSS patch and an RJ Block I, II, III patch in the frame with patches from his assignments. His oldest son told me he was assigned to Security Hill and remembered coming to the holiday open houses. I met Alex in 1990 at my church. One you met him; you never forget him. He had his opinions and stuck to them. (Smiley face here). // Pete Siegel// | |
| Alexis, Leslie (Lee) | SMSgt | 2020 | He was a Chinese Linguist. His assignments included (MAFAC 1967), Taiwan, Okinawa, Osan, Goodfellow, and Ft. Meade. According to Alan Dowling, "AFSC: 203, A203, 208, A208, 1N3. Assignments: ShuLinKou AB, Taiwan 6990th ESS, Kadena AB, JA Goodfellow AFB, Tx Fort George G. Meade. Comments: Lee "MB Op", Instructor Rated Operator, Airborne Analyst, Airborne Trainer, Course Supervisor (GAFB)" | |
| ALGER, Buddy C. | SMSgt | 1998 | 304XX Maint,Cmd Hq,Pac theater mostly | |
| ALI, James A. "Jim" | CMSgt | 2005 | post-WWII radio operator; ARDF asgn Nha Trang VN; also asgn Greece, Japan, Korea | |
| ALIRE, Lawrence L. "Larry" | TSgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa, Hq AIA | |
| ALKER, Paul J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ALLARD, Ed | Unk | 19?? | Chicksands Baker Flight early 60s | |
| ALLDREDGE, Richard D. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist, IFEL 1956 | |
| ALLEGRA, Louis J. | Unk | 2005 | Misawa 1961 | |
| ALLEN, Altho A. (Jack) Jr. | Unk | 2009 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 6937th, Peshawar, Pakistan | |
| ALLEN, Clyde E. | Unk | 19?? | Officer asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ALLEN, David J. | Unk | 2005 | Russian linguist asgn Europe & CONUS | |
| ALLEN, Edward Crow | LCol | 2001 | USAFSS Ol-Timer; Unit Cmdr 50's/60's; WWII Vet. et al... | |
| ALLEN, Jack | Unk | 2012 | Peshawar - 1960's, 6937th | |
| ALLEN, Jeffrey R. | SrA | 2018 | ||
| ALLEN, Joseph F. | TSgt | 2019 | ||
| ALLEN, Lew Jr. | Gen | 2010 | Director NSA, Dep Dir CIA | |
| ALLEN, William Arthur (Bill) | MSgt | 2014 | Chinese Linguist - assignments - Republic of Philippines, Republic of China in Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Germany, North Africa/French Morocco, Bangkok, Thailand and numerous stateside | |
| ALLEN, William H. "Rip" | SMSgt | 1987 | USAFSS Ol-Timer, remembered in 15th RSM | |
| ALLISON, Franklin A. | A1C | 2005 | Misawa 1960 | |
| ALLISON, Jerry V. | A2C | 2009 | 202x, Misawa 1969 | |
| ALLISON, Kenneth R. | unk | 2014 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Daze Flight - 1961-63 | |
| Allison, Kenneth R. | CMSgt | 2020 | Ken was a Russian and Vietnamese linguist, retired Chief Master Sergeant in the USAF and veteran of the Vietnam War. Additionally, he graduated Valedictorian with degrees in Russian Language and International Relations from Syracuse University in New York State. He retired after 23 years of service. He was immensely proud of over 100 years of military duty served by multiple generations of his family. | |
| ALLMAN, Charles W. | CMSgt | 2008 | 20 years in USAFSS | |
| ALLRED, Golden H. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| ALLRED, Ray G. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ALMAZAN, Jesse | GS | 2002 | Asgd to Hq USAFSS/ESC/AIA as Artist/Illustrator for 34 years; founder Chicano art gp | |
| ALMOND, Calvin O. | Cpl | 2010 | Asgn Misawa 1951-52 | |
| Alsup, Wilburn G. | A1C | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1958 and served as a Morse Intercept Operator in the U.S.A.F. Security Service. His assignments included Pakistan. | |
| ALTROGGE, Thomas J. "Buddha" | Sgt | 1982 | R29251; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| ALVERSON, James E. | SMSgt | 2017 | Goodfellow, Misawa, Kelly, Karamursel, Keesler | |
| AMBLER, Joseph "Joe" | Unk | 1995 | Russian linguist asgn Wakkanai, Hq USAFSS | |
| AMBURN, Allan R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| AMBURN, Charles L. "Bud" | MSgt | 2019 | Germany, Japan, Goodfellow; also civilian instructor at Goodfellow | |
| Amedia, Charles “Chuck,” MSgt (ret), USAF | MSgt | 2022 | He was affectionately known as "Chuck", "Tucker", or "Tweety". He served in the USAF as aircrew and Korean linguist from May 9, 1974 until May 31, 1994. During his military career, he flew aboard multiple aircraft including the RC-135M "Rivet Card" and EC-130H "Compass Call" while participating in deployments such as Operation Desert Shield. He attained the rank of Master Sergeant while also earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Resources Management from Park College as well as a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Chapman University. After retiring from the US Air Force, Chuck actively volunteered to help fellow veterans through the US Department of Veterans Affairs and counseled inmates through the Arizona Department of Corrections. | |
| AMITRANI, Donald James | CMSgt | 2017 | SIGINT Analyst; numerous assignments with USAFSS, TAC; Metro Tango, 9 SRW, Offutt | |
| AMT, Martin P. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| ANDELFINGER, Joseph P. | A1C | 2012 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Anderson, Charles R. | MSgt | 2024 | His adventurous spirit led him from Italy, Germany, Greece, and Turkey to Utah, Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, and New Mexico. Andy's commitment to service led him to join the U.S. Air Force at the age of 17 where he served honorably for 22 years. His initial duty station was Keesler AFB where he received specialized training in the communications field. His expertise and dedication earned him the role of instructor in return assignments to Keesler. During tours of duty outside the U.S. Andy was assigned to various strategically significant locations around the world, including Taiwan, Midway Island and his favorite duty station of all, Turkey. He served for many years in Karamursel, Turkey, where one of the infamous "elephant cage" antennas was located. Andy's military journey concluded with his retirement in 1975, with Kelly Air Force Base marking his final duty station. | |
| ANDERSON, Gerald E. | MSgt | 2008 | Radio and antenna maint; Korean war vet; asgn many FLR-9 installations | |
| ANDERSON, James (Andy) | MSgt | 2014 | RAF Chicksands, San Vito, Italy, San Antonio, Tan Son Nhut, Vietnam, and Misawa, Japan | |
| ANDERSON, Jay | SSgt | 1979 | R29272; Lackland, Goodfellow, Crete, Chicksands, Pashawar, Pakistan & NSA | |
| ANDERSON, Keith I. | unk | 2001 | Misawa 1967 | |
| Anderson, Michael "Mick" | 2025 | Mick served in the Air Force (1968-1976) in various roles from morse code intercept operator to his last assignment at the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) at Patrick Air Force Base. | ||
| ANDERSON, Milton R. | Sgt | 2012 | 20351, 1964-68, Syracuse University DLI Russian Language Program, Class SR9-1-65B, 6944th School Squadron, Goodfellow AFB, Texas, 1965-66, Misawa 66-67 | |
| ANDERSON, Raymond | Unk | 2017 | more info please | |
| ANDERSON, Robert (Andy) | unk | 2014 | skivvy-niner | |
| ANDERSON, Robert (Bob) | Col | 2012 | 67th Wing/CC | |
| ANDERSON, Robert Nels (Andy) | Col | 2017 | 1991 Hall of Honor; Early '70s 6990th/CC, also prior 6985th/CC | |
| Anderson, Robert P., “Murphy” | 2025 | Robert went on to serve in the United States Air Force Security Service in Peshawar from 1962 to 1966. | ||
| ANDERSON, Ronald H. | TSgt | 1982 | R30474, Iron Horse; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| ANDERSON, Thomas A. | Col | 1994 | Engineering | |
| ANDERT, Stephen C. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Andrade, Lionel Francis | 2024 | Andy joined the Air Force in 1970. The Air Force ultimately brought him to Texas, working under high clearance for the Air Force Security Service in information technology. Following his time in the Air Force, he continued in the military in the National Guard. | ||
| ANDREWS, James L. | SSgt | 1999 | USAFSS Ol Timer, Crypto; 8th RSM '49; Hq & Hq Sq '49-'50; 10th RSM, et al | |
| ANDREWS, Reagon H. Jr. | Unk | 2006 | Berlin 1958 - 62; was there when Berlin Wall was erected | |
| ANDREWS, Robert | Unk | 2004 | 203/MA asgn Mildenhall 1990-92, Hurlburt, Omaha; died while asgn Spain | |
| ANDRIEN, Thomas A. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist; IFEL 1953-03 | |
| ANDRUCH, Gordon R. | Unk | 1978 | Chinese linguist; IFEL 1955-03 | |
| ANDRUS, Donald B. | Unk | 2005 | Linguist asgn 6913th RSM vet ('58-'61) | |
| ANGEL, Edward K. | Unk | 2006 | 292 asgn T1 Misawa '61-63 | |
| ANGEL, Robert D. | Unk | 2017 | Misawa | |
| ANGELO, Joseph R. | MSgt | 1996 | USAFSS Ol'Timer Linguist; ACRP @ Rhein Main, Athens; finally NSA as Civ | |
| ANGELO, Milton J | SGT | 1964 | 776 in Misawa - 1949 | |
| ANNETT, ROBERT L. | Unk | 1994 | 304X1 asgn Misawa 1957 | |
| ANTHONY, Paul W. | Sgt | 1970 | Killed during rocket attack on DaNang AB, Vietnam | |
| Antkowiak, Peter E. | 2024 | He joined the USAF in 1955. A codebreaker's sharp mind and gift for language caught the attention of the US Air Force Security Service, and eventually of IBM where he would spend 30 years excelling in computer programming. | ||
| ANTONIK, Carl M. | MSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn 6913th early 60s, 6916th late 60s, 6985th | |
| Apel, Elmer | Colonel | 2019 | He was accepted into the USAF where he went to flight school and absolutely loved flying many different planes from Fighters, Bombers to his favorite C-130 cargo and rescue planes. He served over 30 years in the military and logged more than 10,000 hours flight time. Al retired as Commander of the 924th Tactical Airlift Group at Bergstrom AFB. Pat and Al were married 56 years and were privileged to travel to many locations including Japan with their family. | |
| APODACA, Rudolfo | Unk | 1984 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| APPLEBY, Harrison H. | Unk | 1984 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| APPLEQUIST, Jack O. | A1C | 2002 | 203x Misawa 1962 | |
| APPLETON, Frank | MSgt | 2016 | 202XX; 6922nd (Clark AB, PI, 6950th (Chicksands), NSA (Ft Meade, MD); assignments in Germany and at Shemya, AK; FTVA Life Member | |
| Appling, Jesse K. | SMSgt | 2021 | Jesse served in the US Air Force Security Service (Electronic Security Command) from 1959 to 1985. His many assignments around the world included one tour in Vietnam. His service also included detachments to the National Security Agency. | |
| ARCANO, Douglas | Sgt | 1969 | 203MA Opr/ASRP @ Eielson, killed aboard RC 135 RIVET AMBER; Bering Sea crash | |
| ARCHULETA, Ray | Unk | 2016 | Spanish Linguist | |
| Arcos, Elia, Civilian (ret), USAFSS | 2021 | In 1966, Elia started her civil service career where she was employed as a secretary stenographer for the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) at Kelly Air Force Base, TX. This was the Command’s name at this time. She was assigned to the Air Force Cryptologic Depot. Her next assignment was in the Directorate of Military Personnel at HQ USAFSS. During this time Elia was a contestant for the miss USAFSS Fiesta event. Her other assignments included working the Directorate of Manpower and the Directorate of Operations. In December 2006, she retired after a long and rewarding career. | ||
| ARDISANA, Bernard "Ben" | BGen | 1978 | ESC Vice Cmdr '75-'77; Dep Cmdr/Dep Dir NSA; Bldg 2000 namesake; HoH 1985 | |
| ARENIVAS, Jesse | unk | 2014 | Accounting & Finace - USAFSS, ESC | |
| AREVALOS, Ronald M. "Tonto" | MSgt | 2000 | MD/MI 208 ESC ACRP Vietnam, Korea, Okinawa, Cmd Hq. | |
| ARGO, John B. | A2C | 1959 | ACRP arbn maint tech/Rhein Main '56; killed in auto accident; outstanding athlete | |
| ARMITAGE, John R. | Unk | 2019 | Need more info | |
| ARMSTRONG, Charles D "Arch" | SMSgt | 2002 | USAFSS COMSEC Vet. Asgn NSA. | |
| ARMSTRONG, William D. | TSgt | 1975 | USAFSS ACRP, Arab linguist 6916th SS/Athens; heart attack @ home in Athens | |
| ARNALL, Harold D. | A2C | 1996 | Misawa 1962 | |
| ARNETT, W. C. | Unk | 2005 | Last lived in San Angelo, TX | |
| Arnold, Charles Weldon | MSgt | 2021 | After graduating from high school, Charles enlisted in the Army Air Corps and served as a B17 aerial gunner for 23 missions over Germany during World War II. After the war, Charles had met his future bride, Mary Ryan at a USO dance in San Antonio, TX. They were married a year later on November 30, 1946 at The Little Flower Basilica in San Antonio. Charles also served in the Berlin Airlift in the Germany Cold War, the Korean War at Clark AFB in the Philippines and as a management analyst for the USAF Security Service in Frankfurt, Germany. Charles finished his military career stateside and served tours of duty at Lackland AFB, Kelly AFB, Bergstrom AFB and Brooks AFB, retiring as a Master Sergeant in December, 1964. | |
| ARNOLD, Clarence G. | MSgt | 2010 | 292X1, 1969-70, 6921 Scty Wg, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ARNOLD, Clifford M. | Sgt | 1992 | 292XX - Misawa 1966-68 | |
| ARNOLD, Jerry H | Unk | 2001 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07) | |
| ARNOLD, Laurence E. | Sgt | 2010 | Misawa 1968 | |
| ARNOLD, Malcolm T. | Unk | 1967 | 202x Misawa 1964-66 | |
| ARNOTT, Richard W. “Rich†| SSgt | 1993 | RTY30474, Iron Horse; 6924SS Da Nang/Monkey Mtn 68-69. | |
| ARONOWITZ, Dennis S. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| ARROWOOD, Ronald M | MSgt | 2019 | Need more info | |
| ARSENAULT, William J. | Unk | 1993 | Poss 203MA asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ARSENEAUX, Bill | Unk | 1999 | USAFSS maintenance | |
| ASAY, Gene | A2C | 1956 | 6952 RSM, Kirknewton Soctland | |
| ASBELL, William E "Willie" | MSgt | 2000 | USAFSS Ol Timer, Brooks, Kelly, Bremerhaven, et al | |
| ASCHBRENNER, Donald O. | A2C | 2006 | Asgn Det 3, 3rd RSM, Naknek/King Salmon AK | |
| Ash, John William | MSgt | 2024 | Bill was a Vietnam War Veteran, serving as a MSgt from 1955 until 1975. He supervised a highly skilled and technical section. He earned several medals to include the Air Force Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Distinguished Flying Cross Medal. He was part of the 6994th Security Squadron that served in Southeast Asia from 1966 through 1974. T | |
| ASHCRAFT, Joseph H.,Jr "Joe" | GS14 | 2000 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, AFSS Cmd Hq. Opns Staff; WWII Navy many accolades & awards | |
| ASHCRAFT, Lee R. | Unk | 2001 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; crypto operator | |
| ASHCROFT, Lucas J. | LCol | 2001 | WWII vet. Lived 44 years in San Antonio before moving to Beaumont. | |
| ASHE, Theodore J. | A1C | 1997 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam Vet | |
| ASHLEY, Arthur | Unk | 2006 | Asgn 10th RSM | |
| ASHLEY, Joe G. | Unk | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ASHLEY, Mark | Unk | 2002 | 202 Ironhorse Analyst @ Danang, 1968. 27yrs w/Norfolk Southern. | |
| ASHMAN, Jerry Lee | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ASHTON, Charles | Unk | 2003 | 292 asgn Misawa 1977-80 | |
| ASHWELL, David B. | Unk | 1972 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07) | |
| ASKEW, Anthony F. "Tony" | A1c/GS | 2008 | Asgn Okinawa, San Vito; 35 yrs with NSA | |
| Askin, John E. | MSgt | 2025 | He retired from the Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) with 26 years of service. He went on and retired from the Cryptologic Systems Group after a 20-year Federal Civil Service career. | |
| ATELJVICH, George | Unk | 1993 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ATEN, Jack F. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn Korea; Germany; Pakistan; Goodfellow; Okinawa, Cheyenne. | |
| ATKIN, Robert B. | TSgt | 2009 | Linguist asgn Chicksands, San Vito, Tan Son Nhut, Germany | |
| ATKINSON, John E. | Unk | 1986 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| Atwood, Thomas Dean | 2025 | He graduated high school in 1976 and proudly served four years in the USAF as a Russian linguist. While stationed at the Defense Language Institute, he met the love of his life Suzanne. They married in 1978. After his military service, Tom earned degrees in electrical engineering, to include a Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico (UNM). He spent nearly 30 years with Sandia National Laboratories, becoming one of its Chief Scientists. He conducted and directed research on the Particle Beam Fusion Accelerator, nuclear detection, remote sensing, and radar and communications technologies - all vital for national security. After retiring from Sandia National Laboratories, Tom officially became a “rocket scientist” as the Technical Director for the Operationally Responsive Space Office, where he oversaw multiple satellite and rocket launches for the Air Force. | ||
| Auber, Donald L. | 2024 | He joined the USAF as a Cryptologic Linguist from 1980-1986. He was assigned to Korea. | ||
| AUBREY, Wilbur J. | SMSgt | 1992 | 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| AUCHTERLOINE, Alexander | CMSgt | 2019 | Shaw, Chicksands, Langley, Bolling, Upper Heyford, ESC, and Dover | |
| AUDET, Joseph R. | Unk | 1996 | 293x Misawa 1958 | |
| AUDET, Lawrence "Larry" | MSgt | 1985 | ELINT; AN/GLR-1 expert Hof Germany | |
| AUGUSTINUS, Robert H. | Col | 1985 | Cmd Opns Staff; USAFSS-Ol'Timer | |
| AUNSPAUGH, Mark C. "Shark" | MSgt | 2008 | 22 years with USAFSS | |
| AUSBERRY, James E. | Unk | 1987 | Comm specialist at 6913th/41st RSM in early 50s | |
| AUSTIN, Garland E. Jr. | Unk | 1987 | T1, Misawa 1978 (Also a bowler) | |
| AUSTIN, Loren D. | Unk | 1991 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1965-04) | |
| AUSTIN, Robert Paul "Bob" | MSgt | 2000 | Need more info, Retired in early 1970's, Served at Bremerhaven | |
| AUTIO, Clyde Fred | Maj Gen | 2017 | Pilot and aeronautical engineer; WPAFB, OH | |
| AUTRY, James "Jimmy" | Unk | 2003 | 292/207 Asgn Hakata, Clark, Goodfellow | |
| AVANT, Robert O. | TSgt | 2011 | Misawa 1965 | |
| AVELLINO, Alfred J. (Al) | Unk | 2013 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| AVERBECK, Ronald J. | unk | 1995 | 202x, Misawa 1958 | |
| AVES, Ellis | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| AVRITT, John H. II | Unk | 1980 | 292 asgn Misawa early 60s | |
| AYDELOTT, William B | Unk | 1973 | 202 assigned to Misawa, Goodfellow - 1955-67 | |
| AYERS, Gary W. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07) | |
| AYERS, Phillip C. | Unk | 2016 | 292XX Hakata 1958-1962 | |
| AYMOND, Herman R. | A2c | 1996 | 293x, Misawa 1957 | |
| BABB, Thomas Wayne | CMSgt | 2014 | Intel Analyst and Trainer - Misawa, Wakkanai (Japan), San Vito (Italy), Ramasun (Thailand), Iraklion (Greece), Osan (S Korea), HQ ESC, Kelly AFB, Goodfellow AFB, Gunter AFS. | |
| BABCOCK, Glenn A. | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| BABIAK, Thomas C. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-01) | |
| BACHELER, Robert S. III | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BACHMAN, Royal Victor | SMSgt | 2011 | 1942-1945 WWII enlisted, 1947 -1971 USAFSS - 6913th RSM in Bremerhaven (MSgt, from Dec 56 until Jun 59) NCOIC Non-Morse Intercept and Msn Supt, Misawa and 6993rd, SA TX | |
| BACIEWICZ, Anthony P. "Tony" | Unk | 2010 | Abrn asgn Rhein-Main, MacDill, Eielson, Kelly, Offutt, Berlin, NSA | |
| BACKES, Everrett J. | unk | 2012 | 292x1, Misawa 1961 | |
| BACON, Thomas C. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| BADGER, Kenneth W. | A2C | 1984 | 292x, Misawa 1966 | |
| BADGER, Merle D. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BADGETT, Harold Walter "Harry" | A1C | 2010 | 6910th Darmstadt, Germany 1960-63 - 29251 | |
| BAER, Kenneth R. | A3C | 1987 | 293x1, Misawa 1957-58 | |
| Baer, Richard T. | Lt Col | 2020 | He retired as a Lt. Col. from the United States Air Force and later retired from the United States Civil Service. According to Jay Fraser, "Dick was a dear friend of mine, He told me that he began his career in the early 1960's at Lackland AFB at the old AIA. After "training" he told me that he left for his first Intel assignment in Turkey in 1963." USAFSS HQ and Turkey, early '60s | |
| BAGGETT, Robert R. | TSgt | 1998 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Mess Sergeant | |
| BAGLEY, James | Unk | 2000 | Served with 2nd RSM | |
| BAGLEY, Robert "Bobby" | Col | 1997 | Ops, Director Cmd Alert Ctr;X-POW 9-67 to 3/73 following shoot down of RF-101 | |
| BAGOS, John Lowell | unk | 1979 | 293x, Misawa 1958- | |
| BAHR, Arthur L. Jr. "Art" | UNK | 2013 | ComSec Scty unit, also served in Alaska in the early 50's | |
| BAHR, Robert L. "Bob" | MSgt | 1996 | Ops, Cmd Hq & ETO area: Bremerhaven, Pakistan; Viet Nam; Goodfellow | |
| BAILEY, Glenn A. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| Bailey, John, USAFSS | 2022 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1966. While attending an event at the USO, he met the love of his life, Jane. They were married in 1972 and enjoyed nearly 50 years together as soul mates. Active duty for 24 years, he worked as a Russian linguist, recruiter, intelligence officer, and instructor all over the world. He retired from the military in 1990. | ||
| BAILEY, Ray N. | TSgt | 1987 | Asgn Misawa 71-74 | |
| BAILEY, Russ | Maj | 2008 | Asgn Shiroi AB, Japan late 50s, Trabzon; So Dakota State Univ ROTC | |
| BAIN, William D. | SSgt | 198? | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Linguist, ACRP/Rhein Main; 'Schnuckiputzi' @ Royal Bar | |
| BAINBRIDGE, William J. | Unk | 2013 | need more info please | |
| BAIRD, Donald Gene | Unk | 2013 | more info please | |
| BAKER, Edward "Eddie" | MSgt | 2002 | Assigned 6916th. | |
| BAKER, Francis "Frank" | SMSgt | 196? | 29290/Printer; ACRP-B29's; USAFSS-Ol'Timer; functioned as front-end Radio Opr | |
| BAKER, Francis W. | MSgt | 1954 | 1st RSM | |
| BAKER, George H. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BAKER, George W. Jr. | SMSgt | 2007 | 20290 asgn Hakata, Misawa (1970), Kelly | |
| BAKER, Harvey | MSgt | 2009 | Asgn 6910th 1951-53 | |
| BAKER, John Kenneth | MSgt | 2014 | USAFSS & ESC - 6989th SS, Misawa AB, Japan - 1974 - Italy, Vietnam, Afganistan, Okinawa, Japan; 292 - Baker Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 1966-68 and 1970-71, Vietnam 1968-1970 | |
| BAKER, John N. | Unk | 2013 | AMT | |
| BAKER, Richard M. "Dick" | Maj | 2004 | USAFSS enlisted then officer; asgn Wakkanai, Misawa 50/60s; Batcat @ Korat | |
| Baker, Thomas G. | CMSgt | 2024 | Tom enlisted in the USAF in 1962. He served many years overseas in Italy, Misawa, Japan, and Germany. He earned certification in the cryptologic training system from the National Security Agency (NSA) and retired after 30 years of service. | |
| BAKER, William A. "Bill" | Unk | 2005 | AMS/Chinese linguist asgn Yokota, Thailand | |
| BALCER, Steven C. | SSgt | 1981 | Opr/ACRP @ Eilsen; killed in RC135 COBRA BALL accident in Shemya | |
| BALDWIN, Phillip I. | SMSgt | 2001 | 292 asgn Chicksands; taught college in VA after leaving service. | |
| BALES, Cliff | Unk | 1970 | USAFSS - 6922nd Security Wing, PI | |
| BALL, Thomas | Unk | 2000 | Best known in Det 5, Hickam AFB, Hawaii | |
| BALL, William R. | Unk | 19?? | Poss 203MA asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| BALL, Winston D. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BALLARD, Clyde | Col | 1995 | Mgt analyst; WWII B-29 pilot; Cmd Staff; Vietnam, Italy; Ret '71, et al | |
| BALLARD, Joad | MSgt | 2006 | 202X0 asgn Zweibrucken, Kelly, Ft Meade | |
| BALLARD, William (Bill) | Sgt | 2015 | 1964-1968, 202X0, Shulink'ou 1965-1967; After leaving the Air Force in 1968, Bill went on to serve another 33 years with the National Security Agency Date | |
| BALLARD, William T. (Bill) | Col | 2014 | Co-founder of FTVA and first president. 1986 HOH - Enlisted - 1951, Commissioned - 1953, Nav/Bomb. - 1955-58 (B-36 and B-52), USAFSS 1958-1980, 6994th/Tan Son Nhut, HQ 67-69, Osan during Pueblo and USN C-121 incidents, 6912th, DCS Ops. | |
| BALLENGEE, Chester K. | Col | 2005 | USAFSS Inspector General 1968-72 | |
| BALLENTINE, Bob O'Dell | MSgt | 2012 | Communications for USAFSS, Edibburgh Scotland | |
| Ballinger, Alice Lee | CMSgt | 2020 | Spouse of CMSgt (Ret) George Ballinger. She obtained a nursing degree and soon after married her high school sweetheart, George Ballinger, on December 15, 1951. Together, they had four beautiful children. While George was in the Air Force, they were stationed in Japan, Germany, and many states in the US. In 1972, they moved to San Angelo with their family. | |
| BALLINGER, George E. | CMSgt | 2014 | Multiple assignments overseas, final assignment as Commandant NCO Academy, Goodfellow AFB | |
| BALM, Raymond R. | SMSgt | 1996 | Comm Analyst Navy to AF '49; Cmd Staff, PAC & ETO's | |
| BALOG, Kenneth | MSgt | 2018 | USAFSS vet; Korea, San Antonio, Germany, Turkey, combat tour in Vietnam | |
| BALUH, Raymond R. | SMSgt | 1996 | Comm Analyst; Navy to AF 1949; Cmd Staff, Pacific & ETO's | |
| BANDA, Jincent J. | SSgt | 1972 | 6924SS Da Nang 70. | |
| Banes, Dante Rashad | SSgt | 2022 | Dante served in the Air Force from September 20, 2016 to September 10, 2022. Dante realized he wanted to follow in his mom and dad’s footsteps and joined the United States Air Force to serve with PRIDE. He lived the Air Force Core Values and was the epitome of Excellence in All We Do before he signed the dotted line. Dante was the Airman every supervisor dreamed of. According to Ted Colquhoun, he was stationed in Skivvy Nine in Osan, Korea. | |
| Baney, Euel, Irvin | 2025 | He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force Security Service in the South Pacific and Far East. After his military service, Irvin attended Humboldt State College, where he earned a degree in business administration. | ||
| BANNING, Roy | CMSgt | 2002 | Supt/Logistics @ Osan for many years. | |
| BANTA, Hugh V. | Unk | 1992 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| BARADEL, James B. | Unk | 2009 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| BARANOSKI, John R. | Unk | 2013 | 6918th RSM, Hakata, JA | |
| Barb, Markus N. | SMSgt | 2024 | He joined the Air Force in 1974 and honorably served his country for 26 years, receiving many decorations. According to USAFSS Facebook page, he was assigned to Brooks AFB in 1977. According to the Veterans Affairs Gravesite Locator he served during the Vietnam and Persian Gulf war periods. | |
| Barber, Franklin D. | CMSgt | 2023 | Frank joined the United States Air Force right after graduating High School and retired as a Chief Master Sergeant after 30 years service. His assignments included Elmendorf AFB in Alaska, Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, TX, Danang Vietnam, Wheeler AFB in Hawaii, Kadena AFB in Okinawa Japan, San Vito AFB in Italy, and Kelly AFB in San Antonio, TX along with many remote assignments throughout the world. | |
| BARBERINI, Joseph E. | A1C | 1996 | 293x1 in Shiroi 1957 | |
| BARBOR, Brian | Sgt | 2009 | Former USAFSS member | |
| Barbour, Francis D. | MSgt | 2024 | Francis enlisted in the USAF in 1954. He was one of the first black servicemen to be assigned to the Intelligence Career Field and after years of proving himself as a notable asset, Frank was chosen for an elite group brought together to establish the combat intelligence criteria for the new Air Force weapon systems that included the B-58 and the FB-111 low altitude strategic bombers. Frank assisted with writing the Combat Intelligence portions of Air Crew Manuals relating to the mission tactics of these weapon systems. F. D. Barbour was a member of the NATO team. This entailed tactful and diplomatic meetings with Allied Military Intelligence Representatives from all NATO countries allowing our allies to realize they were a necessary and integral part of the Single Integrated Operations Plan (SIOP). Francis was assigned to a "startup Intelligence Unit" in the early stages of the United States involvement in the Vietnam Conflict in 1964. The task was to develop strategies that would lead to successful tactics that were later refined and found to be extremely effective in the Desert Storm Conflict of the Persian Gulf decades later. Being involved in the planning of the first air strike against communist forces outside of the boundaries of South Vietnam, and other operations, earned Francis D Barbour the Bronze Star. Subsequent operations earned Barbour the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal just to name a few. On a lighter note, Frank was the honor graduate of his NCO Academy Preparatory School and was appointed mayor of the military housing complex known as Glory Farms at RAF Upper Heyford, Gloustershire, England where he also raised his family for several years. Barbour served as Equal Opportunity NCO for the 544th Intelligence Wing at Offutt AFB, Bellevue, Nebraska where he retired as an Intelligence Operations Superintendent in the Grade of E-7, Master Sergeant. He is survived by his wife of over 68 years Diane (Brigham) Barbour; his children Kevan D | |
| BARD, Toddy or Teddy | TSgt | 1990 | X1 (Msn Supe), Osan AB Korea 1971/2 Able Flight | |
| BAREFOOT, Bob D. | unk | 2012 | 202 - Delta Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1968-70 | |
| BAREFOOT, Daniel C | Unk | 1989 | 202; Hakata | |
| Barga, Paul | 2022 | Paul joined the Air Force where he was taught morse code and employed as a Radio Intercept Operator. A generous and thoughtful soul, he returned from his time abroad in Greece and Japan with gifts for everyone, a bevy of travel tags on his B-4 bag, and endless tales of his exploits. Serving just over 4 years in the Air Force, Paul was honorably discharged in 1969. | ||
| BARHAM, Clarence B., Jr. | SSgt | 1992 | 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| BARJON, Sterling J. | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| Barker, Bill, R. | CMSgt | 2020 | Bill served 5 years in the US Army and 25 years in the USAF, retiring with a combined 30 years of service. He was stationed in various locations, including 15 years overseas, returning to Headquarters Air Force Electronic Security Service Command in San Antonio, Texas after each assignment. He spent three years in Saudi Arabia as a contractor with McDonnell Douglass Aircraft Corp. after his military service. Upon returning to the U.S. in 1986, he went to work for the US Air Force as a Civil Service employee, until he once again retired in 1997. Bill considered Berlin, Germany, the pinnacle of his military career, where he served as a Senior Enlisted Advisor (Command Chief) to the Berlin US Air Force Commander. Command Chief, multiple ESC assignments; SEA/Command Chief in Berlin | |
| BARKER, Brian T. "BT" | MSgt/GS | 2009 | 203/208 asgn Berlin, Hof, NSA | |
| BARKSDALE, Ira J. | TSgt | 1995 | ASA during Korea; 202 @ Shiroi/6902nd (1958), Misawa/6921st (1958-60, 1970) | |
| BARNARD, Ted V. | Unk | 1987 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| BARNES, Charles Leeroy (Charlie) | MSgt | 2013 | Russian Airborne Linguist, Turkey, Greece, England, Korea, Japan, Vietnam - Kelly AFB, Monterey - DLI, Eielson AFB, flew ACRP missions on C-130B-II aircraft while assigned to the 6988th Scty Sq at Yokota in the mid-1960's, 6985th, 6988th, | |
| BARNES, Fred W. | MSgt | 2020 | 6918th, Misawa; Alaska, Korea, Germany - Weather Forecaster | |
| Barnes, Frederick, W. | MSgt | 2020 | Fred served 20 years in the USAF retiring in 1971 as a Weather forecaster. He met his future wife, Edna, at Offutt Weather Central, NE, where they served as USAF coworkers. His overseas assignments were: Thornbrough AFB, Cold Bay, Alaska; Seoul, Korea; Hakata Japan and Frankfurt, Germany. Fred was a sports enthusiast. He played fast pitch softball, basketball and nine man touch football in the USAF. The Air Weather Service Teams at Offutt AFB, NE, were base and district champions in softball and football many times. Additionally, Fred served as a Little League Manager, Coach and Player Agent in Japan and Germany. According to Bill Spencer, "Frederic Wayne Barnes (AKA: Fred) was a 253 (Weather Forecaster) assigned to the Daze Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1965-67 time frame. On 02 July 2019, based on Fred's many years of service to the city of Fairfield CA, the Fairfield CA City Council unanimously approved the renaming of the Street that Fred had lived on for many years from Chestnut Drive to Fred Barnes Drive. An honor truly deserved by our FTVA Lifetime Member and Fallen Eagle Brother." | |
| BARNES, John "Jack" | LCol | 1972 | USAFSS ACRP; 6949th SS/6994th Cmdr; USAFSS Cmd Sect Pilot | |
| BARNES, Leroy P. | A1C | 1998 | 293x1 in Shiroi 1957 | |
| BARNES, Robert "Barney" | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| BARNES, Walter M. | Unk | 2002 | 292 Asgn 2nd RSM. | |
| BARNES, William B. "Bud" | Col | 2006 | HoH Member; former CC @ San Vito, Fuchu, Key West, Shu Lin Kou; USAFSS/IG | |
| BARNETT, Grover D. | SMSgt | 2007 | 291XX Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| BARNETT, Ronnie L. "Ronn" | Unk | 2011 | 202x, T3, Misawa 1959-61 | |
| Barney, Garry L. | MSgt | 2025 | Garry joined the United States Air Force. Having taught himself to play the piano as a teen, his "natural ear" prompted the USAF to send him to Yale University to learn Mandarin Chinese. Garry also became proficient in Russian (Syracuse University), and he used both languages as a cryptologic intelligence analyst and reporter. He served in Korea (including PY-do, an island outpost only 10 miles off the coast of North Korea), Japan, Germany, Turkey, and at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, Texas, where he was a tech school instructor. After studying accounting at Angelo State College, Garry retired as a Master Sergeant in 1973, and he and his family returned to Mayfield. Garry later retired from his second career as a trust officer at the City National Bank in Gloversville. According to Bert Turner, Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11), Korea, Japan, Germany, Turkey, Goodfellow. | |
| BARNHART, Clarence C. | Maj | 1984 | Operations Officer; 6989th RSM, et al | |
| Barnhart, Glenn L. | TSgt | 2024 | Assignments included Omaha, Nebraska; Rhein-Main, Germany; and finally, San Antonio, Texas. Glenn honorably served in the USAF from 1954-1977, which included unaccompanied overseas assignments in Laos, Cambodia and Thailand during the Vietnam War. His favorite assignment was the time he spent as an instructor at the Cryptography school. He retired after 23 years on active duty and then served another 21 years in Civil Service as a civil engineer. | |
| BARNHART, William C. | Maj | 1992 | Operations Officer @ Kadena late 70s. | |
| BARONETT, Louis "Lou" | Unk | 2000 | Career specifics unknown | |
| Baroz, Mario | 2025 | He was killed around 12:05 p.m. Tuesday after he lost control of his 2017 Honda motorcycle on Arkansas 27 near the Chimes community in Van Buren County, according to a state police report. //Arkansas Democrat Gazette// Following are extracts from online search. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// I am now....RETIRED! It came all of a sudden but...it's done. Wow. Started working at 13yrs old as a jewelry polisher at La Mancha Indian Jewelers, then as a factory worker at Convertors. Joined the Air Force and did 22 years of active duty Air Force service. Retired from the AF then did 21 years working as a federal contractor. I've been a ground and airborne Korean linguist, an Intelligence Analyst covering: Counter-terror, Counter-drug, Human Factors, Cyber, All-Source, Information Operations areas and lastly, an Emergency Management Simulation Engineer. It's been crazy. So many stories, so many amazing people. Thanks to all my friends, co-workers, mentors, trainers, and anybody else I've leaned on during my whole career. My wife has been amazing and supportive in this retirement process...she's the absolute best. Now, I guess I gotta go mow the lawn. hahahaha....//Mario Baroz FB Post 2024// He was Air Force 90th and 49th alumni. //John Hill// I am in disbelief and shock. Mario was one of my first supervisors in the Air Force in 1987, who made an impact on my life. We reconnected in San Antonio again in 2006 and stayed in touch. My heart is broken as I try to comprehend his loss. My deepest condolences and sympathy to Sue and the kids. //Paul Myers// | ||
| BARR, Stuart K. | 1Lt | 2002 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| BARRETT, David B. | unk | 2007 | Misawa 1955 | |
| BARRETT, Fred | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'timer, pers/admin CMD 1st Sgt, SSFCU Gen Mgr, FTVA Past Pres, 1984 HoH | |
| BARRICKLOW, Fred M. | Col | 1995 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; Ops Off; Cmd Plans/Programs staff | |
| BARTEL, Thomas | A2C | 2010 | 702x, Misawa 1967- | |
| BARTELS, Jack M. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn 6902nd Spec Comm, Shiroi, Kadena 1957-60 | |
| Bartemy, David H. | 2025 | He joined the USAF as a Morse code interceptor, stationed in Okinawa, Japan, during the war. After the war, his uncle (Sam) brought him to Tinker Air Force Base where he met Jeanette Barbee. They married and had two daughters, Rochelle (Cheli) and Heather He worked as a Civilian Engineer at Tinker Air Force Base and retired with over 31 years of service, specializing in the B-52 and B-1 bombers. Dave and I served in the Air Force Security Service as Morse Code Intercept Operators during the Vietnam era, but at different overseas locations. .//Obit – Resthaven Funeral Home// We met while at Keller Williams Realty and discovered our military connection. For every year since I have called Dave every Veteran’s Day to thank him for his service. I will miss that call this year. God Bless his service to our country! One of my heroes! //Phil Kalivoda// | ||
| BARTHEL, George | CMSgt | 2014 | 202XX - several tours in USAFSS, including England, Hawaii, and the Headquarters | |
| BARTHOLOMEW, Dicky D. | A1C | 1999 | Misawa 1955 | |
| BARTIN, Robert E. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01, 1961-01,1963-04) | |
| BARTLETT, Ron | Col | 1992 | Flt Cdr Misawa; DO Cudjoe Key; 6903/CC; PacSctyRgn; Pentagon; Hq USAFSS | |
| BARTON, Lloyd | CMSgt | 1996 | 202XX, to USAFSS fm '50 @ Brooks; astute Cmd golfer; retired out of AFSCC | |
| BASHAW, Robert C. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BASKERVILLE, John C | unk | 2015 | USAFSS | |
| BASKINS, Luther C. | Unk | 1980s | Asgn Keesler, Elmendorf, Shemya | |
| BASS, Cleon | Capt | 2019 | More info needed | |
| BASSETT, Greyson T. | SSgt | 2012 | RA20351mb, Chinese Linguist, 6990th SS Kadena AFB, Okinawa 1969- | |
| BASSETT, Harold H. | MG | 2007 | Hall of Honor 1994; One of the first USAFSS Commanders | |
| BATCHELAR, Robert "Bob" | TSgt | 2004 | USAFSS airborne 202 and 203 German/Chinese linguist who flew on EC47s, C-130s and RC135s. Jul 62 - Mar 63 AF basic training, Intercept Analysis trng/Goodfellow AFB; Mar 63 - Mar 65 6925th SS, Clark AB, P.I. TDY to DaNang AB OCT64-Jan65, Mar 65 - Apr 66 AFSC C/Kelly AFB with 90 day TDY to Okinawa, Apr 66 - May 66 AF Survival School, Stead AB, Nevada, May 66 - Jun 66 PACAF Jungle Survival School, P.I., Jun 66 - Jun 67 6924th, Tan Son Nhut AB, RVN/AMS on EC47 acft, Jun 67 - Oct 67 6948th SSM, Goodfellow AB, Oct 67 - Apr 68 German Language School, Monterey, California, Apr 68 - Apr 72 6916th SS, Rhein Main AB, Germany, Apr 72 - Jan 73 NSA, Fort Meade, Maryland, 900 hours in C47s,1300 hours in C-130's, and 48 hours (2msns) in RC135s. | |
| BATES, Frederick (Fred) | CMSgt | 2015 | USAFSS/ESC - need more info please | |
| BATEY, William H. | A1C | Unk | more info please | |
| Batson, Robert “Bob” B. | 2022 | He was a veteran of the USAF having served two tours in the Vietnam War. | ||
| BATTAGLIA, Ronald "Ron" | SMSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Rhein-Main, Offutt, Ft Meade, Chicksands, Mildenhall, DLI, Hq ESC | |
| BATTS, Dan L. | SSgt | 2002 | 306X in Misawa | |
| BAUER, William R. | TSgt | 1996 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| BAUGHAN, Clarence | Maj | 2009 | WO asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt 1949-55 | |
| BAUKNECHT, William "Bill" | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Alaska | |
| BAUM, George J | Unk | 2005 | 293X - Misawa 57-58 | |
| BAVIER, Raymond C | Unk | 2016 | 6918th, 1964-66 | |
| BAXTER, Ralph A. Jr. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-01) | |
| Bay, David W. | 2025 | David met his college sweetheart and best friend, Anita Lynn Craig. They were married on July 23, 1971, in La Marque, Texas. Mr. Bay joined the Air Force on September. 1, 1971. He studied Russian at the Presidio in Monterey, California, where he trained as a linguist. During his time in the service, he was stationed in Sinop, Turkey, for a year. The last two years of his service, he was assigned to Fort Meade, Maryland, where he worked at the National Security Agency. | ||
| Baye, Michael J., USAFSS | 2021 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1964 and served as a Signals Intercept Analyst. He was stationed in Texas for a year and Germany for three years. Mike took great pride in his four-year service to his country, but the thing he held dearest was the lifelong friendships he developed with his USAF buddies. He cherished his USAF Reunions. | ||
| Bayer, Frank Martin | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and was assigned to the US Air Force Security Service, serving as a language specialist in Bremerhaven, Germany. | ||
| BAYNARD, Ray H. | unk | 2013 | 292 - Baker Flight - 6918th RSM, Hakata, Japan 1962-65 | |
| BAYS, Don F. “Duckâ€Â | Unk | 1996 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-04) | |
| BAZEMORE, Asa M. | MSgt | 1999 | 29290; 1950 Brooks AFB Ol'timer; Cmd Hq, Hq USAF, Alaska, Special Projects, et al | |
| BEACH, David E. | SSgt | 2015 | 6913th Bremerhaven, GE - 1956-61 Russian Linguist | |
| BEAN, Donald M. | TSgt | 1972 | 292 asgn Misawa; 6924SS Ramasun 71-72, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Beard, Bill | CMSgt | 2024 | While assigned to Lackland he took a "Battery of Aptitude Tests" to determine which Air Force skills he could best perform. He was then selected for assignment to the United States Air Force Security Service, Brooks AFB, Texas the Air Forces' Intelligence Service. At the commencement of his interview for a training school he was informed that he could have any job in the Air Force except that of a cook. This restriction was imposed because he did not score high enough on the "Service Aptitude Test" to serve in that capacity. He was asked what job he had performed in the Navy, and he told the interviewer that he had been a radio repair technician and a "jeep" driver. He was told that the Security Service did not have airplanes therefore "Follow Me" jeep drivers were not an item for consideration. He was asked if he had any hobbies or artistic skills that could be drawn upon, to which he replied: no. The interviewer then asked if he worked on "crossword" puzzles. Bill said he had tried to work on some puzzles but quit when he hit a snag. Upon hearing this the interviewer immediately told Bill that was great, and he was being assigned to a school that taught cryptoanalysis. Bill had no clue what this meant except that they could end the skills interview, and he could go get a cup of coffee. Bill attended the school and learned that he could solve "Codes and Ciphers." Upon graduation Bill taught the course for one and a half years at Brooks, AFB, Texas and Fort Devens, Massachusetts. He volunteered for overseas assignment and served tours of duty in Germany (3), Kelly AFB, Texas (2), the Air Force Institute of Technology, Syracuse University New York (2), Fort George G. Meade, Maryland, US Air Station Peshawar, Pakistan, Goodfellow AFB, Texas, Fairchild AFB, Washington, Yokota AB, Japan, Danang AB Republic of Vietnam, Eielson AFB, Alaska, and Shemya AFB, Alaska. All assignments after Fairchild AFB, Washington were Airborne Communications Reconnaissance Platform assignments. Flights were aboard the RC-130BII and RC-135C/D/M/U aircraft. During 27 plus years of service, | |
| BEARD, Garrold L. | MSgt | 1999 | Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| BEARD, Jerry D. | Unk | 2011 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BEARD, Joseph | MSgt | 1992 | FURTIVE BEAR Flight Engineer who was blown out of the aircraft during Peruvian attack over international waters | |
| Beard, Ronald L. | SSgt | 2024 | Ron entered the U.S. Air Force, serving as a Staff Sergeant in the 6989th Radio Squadron Mobile, USAF Security Service during the Vietnam War. After being honorably discharged he went on to earn a Business degree from North Texas University. He was the Champion Products salesman for many sports teams in Texas | |
| BEARL, Derwyn S. "Dewey" | TSgt | 2004 | Russian linguist asgn Wakkanai then personnel @ Frankfurt, GAFB, Onna Pt | |
| Beasley, Don Arwood | CMSgt | 2025 | In 1956, he joined the United States Air Force as a Russian linguist, later finding his true calling in Pararescue. A veteran of Vietnam, he saved countless lives and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and numerous other honors. He lived by the Pararescue motto: “That Others May Live.” Over his distinguished 31-year Air Force career, Don completed more than 500 parachute jumps, logged over 10,000 flying hours, and carried out countless sea and land rescues. He supported the first helicopter flight around the world by providing rescue capability for the crew and played a vital role in the U.S. space program, developing the Pararescue method of attaching flotation collars to the Apollo and Gemini spacecrafts. For his leadership, innovation, and service, he received the esteemed Gathering of Eagles Award. | |
| BEATIE, Charles F. "Chuck" | Col | 1989 | CC, 6933rd SW, et al | |
| Beavers, Ernest | TSgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF on March 4, 1958. He was selected to be a morse intercept operator in the USAF Security Service, and after basic training, went to advanced training in Morse Code at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, Mississippi. As one of the top honor graduates, in part, because he had learned American Morse Code from a railroad communication course, he was selected to attend advanced lateral training at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, Texas. He was assigned to Karamursel Air Base, Turkey and then Osan Air Base, Korea, Langley AFB, Virginia, and Clark Air Base, Republic of the Philippines. Upon arriving at Clark Air Base on January 1,1964, he met the love of his life, Mabini Antonio. They married nine months later. They had three children, Judy, Jeffrey, and Joy. God blessed them with nearly 59 years together. In March 1969, Ernest received orders for Vietnam, where he was out of his primary skill in Intelligence and served as a brigadier general’s driver and bodyguard. Among the numerous decorations he received in Vietnam were the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with three stars, the AF Outstanding Unit Award, and the Joint Service Commendation Medal. He completed his tour of duty in Vietnam in March 1970. As a result of listening to high-speed morse codes for several years, Ernie had developed a severe speech impediment, stuttering, that caused him embarrassment when talking. One of his judo students, who was also a speech therapist, hinted that he should make people laugh at him by being funny on purpose. Ernie was stationed at Hickam AFB in Hawaii in 1973 when he entered Tops In Blue, the Air Force’s premier talent contest, with a comedy routine. As the local winner, he advanced to the Pacific Air Forces finals at Clark Air Base, Philippines, followed by the worldwide championships at Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Texas, where he won a WILCO bronze statuette trophy for second place. He was thrilled to win two free trips plus the WILCO. You do not know Ernie as well as you thought you did if you have not seen him perform “The Wounded Soldier” and “Peanut Butter” skits! He closed out his career in the Philippines. He retired August 31, 1980, giving 22 years, five months, and 27 days of active military service to his country. | |
| BEAVERS, James "Jim" | CMSgt | 1997 | Need info please | |
| BECHTEL, Harley W. | SMSgt | 2003 | DCS/Personnel 1954-56 | |
| Beck, Gerald William | SSgt | 2021 | Gerald enlisted in the Air Force in 1952. He proudly served three years in Europe during the "Cold War" in the USAF security service monitoring Russian Communications; he attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. On June 22, 1957, Gerald was united in marriage to Arlene Neumeyer at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Theresa. Gerald joined American Legion Post #270 in 1957, where he was a consecutive 60+ year member, four times Post Commander, and Post Adjutant 35 consecutive years. | |
| Beck, Marvin Eugene | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF where he joined the Air Force Security Services, learning Russian at Syracuse University and being deployed to Germany. | ||
| BECKER, Julie Ann | MSgt | 2016 | Russian linguist, Berlin | |
| BECKNELL, Robert Lee | Unk | 2019 | 292XX, Goodfellow, San Vito; Europe and Middle East | |
| BECKVAR, Gene K. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 6924th/Danang. | |
| Bedder, Siegfried “Sig” | 2025 | He served in the USAF from July 1982 to December 1992. He spent time at the Wiesbaden AB and because of his language skills, was asked to return to the States to teach. Sig met Mary, his wife, at San Angelo (Goodfellow AFB) in 1986, and relocated again back to Germany. He also completed a tour in Desert Storm then returned to Fort Meade, MD. Following provided by Daniel Marin: Assignments also included Det 1, 6910 ESW, Lindsey AS, Wiesbaden, for almost 3 years, from 1984-86. Sig was one of three young airmen, the 'B' boys, a.k.a. Bedder, Burritt and Buck. All three were brand-new German linguists fresh from tech school and arrived at Lindsey at the same time. They were a fun-loving bunch who always hung together; Sig was the tallest, as I recall. As the junior linguists, they seldom got to ride 'shotgun' in the Det van during our daily trips to and from Rhein-Mein to our mission aircraft. | ||
| BEDELL, Charles Henry III | SMSgt | 2017 | Vietnam Vet, Bronze Star, Hof, Germany ELINT specialist | |
| BEDINGFIELD, Jerry Ray | Col | 2016 | 31yr Service, Vietnam Veteran, 200 Combat Missions, ESC | |
| BEDINGHAUS, Bernhard T. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| BEE, Mike | MSgt | 2016 | more info please | |
| BEEBE, Raymond | GS | 1998 | AFSS Ol'timer 38-yrs, Cmd Hq Reprographics; was CWO US Army Reserve | |
| Beecher, Sandford D. | 2020 | He attended the Defense Language Institute before serving as a linguist in the United States Air Force. | ||
| BEELER, John Doyle (Johnnie) | Unk | 2018 | 6918th Hakata, 1966-68 | |
| BEESON, Ralph A. | Capt | 1990 | 202 asgn to Wakkanai (58), Misawa (66-68); commissioned then to Italy, Scott AFB | |
| BEEVERS, James | Unk | 1978 | Chicksands Ops Supt | |
| BEHNKE, Paul | Col | 2016 | more info please | |
| BEICHLER, CARL O. | Unk | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| Belcher, Gary D. | Maj | 2025 | He enlisted in Air Force and in November 1955, he flew to San Antonio, Texas to enter basic training. Gary quickly reached the rank of Staff Sergeant and then was selected to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS). He completed OCS on September 22, 1961, where he received his commission as a second lieutenant. The Air Force recognized Gary’s many talents, and he rose to rank of Major where he served in the USAF Security Service, now known as the Electronic Security command. During his tenure in the military, he trained as a Russian linguist and served as Signals Intelligence Officer, an Air Intelligence Specialist and a cryptanalyst. He spent many hours in the back of a C-130 aircraft that was equipped with appropriate gear for the many reconnaissance missions that were part of his military service. Major Belcher served in Alaska, Japan, Vietnam, Germany, England and many countries where he made life-long friends with other service members. He was known as “Cougar” during his service in Vietnam. Major Belcher served his country proudly for 22 years before his retirement in 1978. He was awarded several commendations because of his valor, most notably: the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service medal, the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Force Commendation Medal and the Vietnam Service medal with four bronze clusters to name a few. Even after his retirement, he stayed very active with Air Force activities for forty years. He is survived by sons Gary (Denise) Belcher, Graig (Cynthia) Belcher, daughters Debbie Belcher and Jayne Blakemore, and his beloved cat Rascal. //Obit – Harper Funeral Home and Crematory// Condolences from the Combs Family. We are sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We have many fond memories of Gary from England, Germany and Texas. He was a good friend and a fine man. //Barbara Combs// | |
| BELDEN, James H. Jr | Unk | 2005 | 732XX; Hakata | |
| BELDING, Robert D. | MSgt | 2018 | 21 years with USAFS before retiring and working for the Gov't in San Antonio. His assignments included Germany, Scotland, Ft. Meade, Omaha, and Viet Nam | |
| BELFI, Charles L. | LCol | 1986 | Ops Off; USAFSS Ol'Timer | |
| BELL, Dennis Gene. | SSgt | 2013 | 20351, Syracuse University, DLI Russian Language Program, Class SR9-1-65B, 6944th Student Squadron, Goodfellow AFB, Texas, 1965-66, 6921st Security WIng, Misawa AFB, Japan, April 1966 - 69 | |
| BELL, Ferris "Steve" | MSgt | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, linguist, Germany, Pakistan, NSA, Cmd Hq | |
| BELL, James "Jim" | Unk | 2002 | Chinese linguist assigned to Misawa/Yokota 1961-64. | |
| BELL, Jimmy | CMSgt | 2014 | MK (Spanish) - AMS - Offutt, Panama, Key West, HQ ESC | |
| BELL, Morris Jr. | A1C | 2002 | Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| BELL, Webster (Web) | Unk | 2013 | 6944th, 6949th, Polish Linguist - Berlin, GE | |
| BELLAMY, Charles | SMSgt | 19?? | ACRP; AMT @Rhein Main in late 60's/early '70's; died early 80's | |
| BELLISH, Anthony P. | MSgt | 2019 | Need more info | |
| BELLMYER, Billy G. | SSgt | 1989 | Asgn Misawa 1965 | |
| BELMONT, Donald E. "Wimpy" | CWO3 | 1997 | Linguist, USAFSS O'Timer; early linguist in ACRP Rhein Main, Ger & Yokota | |
| BELTON, Morris J. | unk | 1994 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 1966-68 | |
| BELYEU, Homer, Jr | MSgt | 1995 | USAFSS Ops Ol'Timer; mostly in Pac area | |
| BELZER, Leonard D. | unk | 2014 | 292 at 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1960-62 | |
| Benavides, Alfred | MSgt | 2023 | He served the United States government for many years. Alfred enlisted in the USAF on August 8, 1955, working as a linguist and specializing in Russian. During this time, he also worked for the National Security Agency. Alfred retired from the USAF on September 1, 1975 as a Master Sergeant. He continued his career with the National Security Agency, and later retired on April 28, 1989, having served them for 33 years. Alfred received recognition awards during his career, including the Air Force Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service between January 15, 1965 and August 15, 1967, and the Department of Defense Joint Service Commendation Medal for Meritorious Performance of Duty in Support of the Mission of the National Security Agency between February 9, 1972 and August 22, 1975. Alfred was very proud of the time he had spent serving his country, and his bedroom walls were lined with the medals and appreciation letters he received | |
| BENDER, William C. "Bill" | Col | 2004 | Asgn Vietnam, Greece, Germany, Kelly, Pentagon, Desert Storm | |
| Bendinelli, Edward A. | CMSgt | 2024 | Ed served in the USAF from 1960-1977. He served at various overseas locations with the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS), including two tours in Vietnam where he flew 236 missions aboard the EC-47 Airborne Radio Direction Finding platform, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star and eleven Air Medals. On August 3, 1972, Ed returned from Vietnam and, later that same day, married the love of his life, Kathleen Marie Dolan. In 1978, after tours in Germany and Japan, they came to Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo, TX, where Ed served with the USAFSS NCO Academy and then Intelligence Analyst training until his retirement in 1986 | |
| BENEDICT, Lawrence | Unk | 2003 | Asgn 41st RSM/6913th in 50s | |
| BENEVIDES, Eugene L. | TSgt | 1969 | USAFSS, A29271/ASRP @RM,killed RC135,Rivet Amber, Lost in Bering Sea | |
| BENHAM, Bobby D. | MSgt | 1991 | 202 asgn 6913/Bremerhaven, Kirknewton. | |
| BENKOVICH, Larry "Benk" | MSgt | 1993 | 202 Asgnd Clark, Misawa, Osan, Ramasun Station, Thailand | |
| BENNER, George L | A1C | 2011 | 202 stationed at the 41st RSM Bremerhaven, 6913th in 1954 and 1955. | |
| BENNER, John | MSgt | 2011 | 1A8 Arab Linguist | |
| Bennett, Barney L. | A1C | 2024 | Barney proudly served in the United States Air Force Security Service as a Morse code intercept operator, also known as a “Ditty Bopper.” Following provided by Tom Nurre: Barney and I manned radio operations positions side-by-side and lived as roommates in the Air Force during our first assignment at Elmendorf AFB, Anchorage, Alaska. We then transferred to ditty bop duties at a small USAF base in Peshawar, Pakistan. It was my honor to help install the memorial paver shown above in the Weyandt-Eddy Memorial Plaza located at Goodfellow AFB, Texas, as a tribute to his service. | |
| BENNETT, Fred Lee | CMSgt | 2015 | 202 - Zweibrucken in 58, 6918th in Hakata ( 69-72), Augsburg (72-75), RAF Chicksand, Ellsworth AFB (First Sgt), Phillipines and Vietnam | |
| Bennett, Graham, “Ben” | CMSgt | 2024 | He enlisted into the USAF and quickly excelled in his military career receiving numerous decorations and medals during his 22 years of service retiring honorably as a CMSgt in May 1984. He continued working after retirement with several defense contractors. According to Lee Anthony, Bennett was Maintenance Supt at Offutt, and I worked with him extensively on a couple of Big Safari projects. | |
| BENNETT, Nathaniel E. Jr | MSgt | 2007 | Vietnam Vet, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BENNINGFIELD, Edward L. | CMSgt | 2018 | USAFSS/ESC Manual Morse Op; Taiwan, Japan, Kelly AFB, Vietnam, & Germany | |
| BENNINGTON, Larry L. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10, 1958-11) 6987th (2 tours), others. Retired as NCO. | |
| BENSON, Ernest B. | Unk | 2009 | 202 asgn 6981st 1963-65 | |
| BENTZ, Timothy R. | MSgt | 2018 | Korean linguist, PA National Guard | |
| BEPKO, Steve | unk | 2014 | HQ USAFSS in 1960's - more info please | |
| BERG, Russell P. | MSgt | 2018 | 202, Wakkanai, Zweibrucken, Vietnam ARDF | |
| BERGER, Eugene A. Jr. "Gene" | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) PY-Do, 1959. Later commissioned pilot. | |
| BERGERON, Robert H. | MSgt | 2007 | AMS asgn Rhein Main, Offutt, Yokota, Incirlik | |
| BERGERSON, Richard J | Sgt | 1993 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam Vet | |
| BERGIN, Frank | Unk | 2008 | 207X1 asgn Wakkanai 1958-63, Misawa 1964-66, Goodfellow, Medina | |
| BERGLUND, David T. Jr | SSgt | 1982 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam Vet | |
| BERGMAN, Paul Michael | Unk | 2012 | 6910th/6911th RGM, Darmstadt - early 1960's (Air Police), Tuslog, Det 3 at Karamursel, Turkey 1960-1961 Served in 6938th at Wheelus AB, Tripoli 1959-1960 | |
| Bergseng, Christine, V. | Amn | 2025 | She went into the Air Force as a linguist studying the Korean language. She spent 3 years in South Korea and finished her service in Maryland. She spoke English, Korean, Spanish, Italian and some sign language. | |
| BERKANT, Daniel "Danny" | LC | 1977 | Personnel, Cmd HQ, ESR, et al | |
| BERKANT, Daniel F. | 1Lt | 1954 | 1st RSM | |
| BERLIN, Kenneth D. Jr. | A2C | 1975 | 292x, Misawa | |
| BERNARD, Barbara "Stacy" | GS | 2000 | Educator; turned Lackland schools into Blue Ribbon operation; | |
| Bernier, James E., SSgt, USAFSS | SSgt | 2021 | His many interests and talents took him around the world, initially as a U.S. Air Force Airman (1960-1968) and Chinese linguist in Taipei, Taiwan (1961-1963). He later took on the roles of mathematician, teacher, Missile Systems Analyst at Foreign Technology Division, Wright Patterson AFB. As a Staff Sergeant, he served in Pleiku, Vietnam in 1966. | |
| BERNIER, Paul A. | MSgt | 2019 | need more info please | |
| BERNSTEIN, Richard K. | Unk | 1972 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| BERRY, Harry J. "Jud" | GS | 2008 | Russian linguist/analyst for NSA 1956-85; served USAFSS 1951-55 | |
| BERRY, James F. | Col | 1997 | 69213st RGM Commander, 1960-63 | |
| BERRY, James W. "Jim" | A1C | 2007 | Russian linguist asgn 6950th RGM/Chicksands late 50s; basketball center | |
| BERSTLER, Donald L | SSgt | 2006 | 6986th Scty Gp | |
| BERTKE, Valerius Bernard | MSgt | 1979 | Korea and Vietnam; Chinese linguist | |
| BeSore, William Albert | 2023 | Bill served in the United States Air Force as part of the United States Air Force Security Service. | ||
| BEST, Ronald W. | PFC | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1950- | |
| Beyers, Kenneth R., USAFSS | 2021 | Kenneth Beyers was assigned to 6910th Charlie flight from 1963 to 1967 | ||
| BEYERS, Walter F. | MSgt | 1993 | USAFSS Ops Ol'Timer Brooks AFB, PACAF & ETO, 33° Mason/Shriner | |
| Beyke, John Caroll | 2022 | He proudly served in the US Air Force during Vietnam. According to Bruce Birkeland, "John was stationed in US Air Force Security Service for four years of active duty and two years of reserves. We shared all training as North Vietnamese linguists for 48 weeks at the Fort Bliss Army Language School in El Paso, TX in 1969, which was followed by six of the 72 men in our language class being selected by NSA in Washington to study enemy code breaking. Next came airborne intercept training at Goodfellow Air Base, TX, followed by International Survival School in Spokane, WA, then Jungle Survival training at Clark Air Base, Philippines. John and I spent 7 months in Danang, Vietnam on a ground intelligence assignment and completed the year in Udorn, Thailand on the Laotian border. After 30 days of leave in the USA, John and I were assigned to airborne intelligence assignments flying out of Okinawa's Kadena Air Base on RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft that were airborne for 19 to 24 hours over the Gulf of Tonkin, Vietnam or over Laos. I believe John also flew approximately 29 or 30 missions during our second year in the Vietnam War". | ||
| BIBEAU, Peter W. | Unk | 2003 | 702 Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| Bidus, Michael J. | Lt Col | 2023 | He served 22 years as a USAF Intelligence Officer. His assignments included San Angelo and San Antonio, TX; Ft. Meade, MD; Hof and Berlin, Germany; RAF Chicksands, England; and Redlands, CA. His post-military service included 12 years as the first Executive Director of the Lackland AFB Fisher Houses, which provide free housing for family members of patients hospitalized at Wilford Hall Medical Center. | |
| BIEBER, William R | Unk | 2017 | 6918th (Hakata) | |
| Biehle, John | 2024 | Jack was a veteran of the Air Force Security Service. | ||
| BIGELOW, Amerson R. "Rich" | Sgt | 2012 | 6921st SctyWg, Misawa, 202x, T4 65-67 | |
| BIGFORD, Richard G. | CMSgt/Maj | 1993 | USAFSS CMSgt won commission in Army; retired as Maj | |
| BIGGAR, Kaye | Lt Col | 2011 | AFSC - 7316 - 26 years of service USAF, HQ USAFSS for about 10 years | |
| BIGGERSTAFF, Carl (Al) | SMSgt | 2011 | Ashiya AB, Japan; RAF Kirknewton, Scotland; Clark AB, PI; Iraklion, Crete; Lackland, Keesler, NSA, Goodfellow | |
| BILBREY, Charles W. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Bilderback, Carl E. | Col | 2024 | The last tour was as Command Chaplain of the Air Force Intelligence Command, which was perhaps the most challenging of all. He retired as a full Colonel. | |
| Billetdeaux, Robert Edward | 2024 | Bob proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force (Security Service) from 1959 to 1962. | ||
| BINDER, Edward M. | Col | 2011 | Commander @ Shemya AK, Iraklion Crete, Aviano Italy | |
| Bingham, Karen Marie] | 2021 | Spouse of FTVA life member CMSgt (ret) Richard “Corky” Bingham who passed away October 2019. After high school, she moved to Rapid City, SD. It was there she met her love, Richard “Corky” Bingham, whom she married on July 27, 1964. Together, they set out on a life of adventure courtesy of the United States Air Force. Her husband’s career took them to Biloxi, Mississippi; Misawa, Japan; Syracuse, New York; Chicksands, England; Heraklion, Greece; and San Angelo, Texas. She loved being part of the military community and developed friendships that spanned a lifetime, and often felt more like family. In 1965, Karen and Corky welcomed their first child, son Scott, while living in Japan. And in 1971, they added to their family with daughter Stacey while living in England. | ||
| BINGHAM, Richard "Corky" | SMSgt | 2019 | Air Force and later as a civilian working at Goodfellow AFB. Began his career as a morse code operator stationed in Misawa, Japan, Next, he trained to be a Russian linguist at Syracuse University which resulted in his assignment to a remote post in Shemya, Alaska for a year. Chicksands, Goodfellow AFB, Heraklion, Greece before returning to Goodfellow AFB for good. | |
| BINKLEY, Dean Howard Jr. | Lt Col | 2014 | USAFSS, Germany, France, Texas, And Maryland - need more info please | |
| BIRCHFIELD, Richard H. | unk | 2012 | Misawa 1962- | |
| Bishop, Charles L. | Brig Gen | 2023 | He joined the US Air Force as a Russian linguist, serving at the National Security Agency and later in Peshawar, Pakistan. When the Berlin Wall was erected, he was ordered back to the states to attend Officer Candidate School. Specializing in computer programming, he developed methods to organize vast amounts of intelligence information being collected throughout the European and Asiatic theaters. He was soon assigned to a position flying on the EC-121R reconnaissance aircraft in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. Follow-on assignments included the Pentagon; the Air Force Military Personnel Center and the North American Air Defense Command where he was director of special security and served as special adviser for space systems to the commander in chief of NORAD; He then attended the National War College and upon graduating, received the first Air Force Association Award for excellence in research and writing. In July 1978, General Bishop returned to U.S. Air Force Security Service headquarters as director of Inspection, Office of the Inspector General. He assumed command of the 6993rd Electronic Security Squadron in September 1979 and served as chief of the Consolidated Security Operations Center, both located at Medina Annex, Lackland AFB, Texas. From 1980 to 1982 General Bishop was assigned as the inspector general for Electronic Security Command. He then became commander of the 6912th Electronic Security Group, Tempelhof Central Airport, Berlin, with units throughout Berlin and West Germany. He was assigned to Hickam AFB, Hawaii in June 1983 and served as commander of Headquarters Electronic Security Command Pacific and Electronic Combat Director, Pacific. He transferred to Headquarters Tactical Air Command, Langley AB, VA. In November 1984 as deputy chief of staff for intelligence. In June 1987, the general became deputy chief of staff for intelligence (12), U.S. Forces Korea/United Nations Command, and deputy assistant chief of staff for intelligence (C-2), Combined Forces Command, Seoul, Korea and finally United States Air Forces, Europe, at Ramstein AFB, Germany. The general has more than 1,200 flying hours in the EC-121, EC-130, RC-135 and E3A. He retired in 1992. His military awards and decorations include the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal, the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters, Air Medal with oak leaf cluster, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, Good Conduct Medal, Army of Occupation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with three service stars. Humanitarian Service Medal, Air Force Overseas Ribbon-Short with oak leaf cluster, Air Force Overseas Ribbon-Short with three oak leaf clusters, Air Force Longevity Service. | |
| BISHOP, Richard J. | SSgt | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1978- | |
| BISHOP, Sydney | Unk | 2005 | USAFSS COMSEC vet asgn Brooks, Nagoya, Moriyama, Obu ('54-'56) | |
| BITTIN, John | SSgt | 2004 | Elinter asgn Hof for 3 yrs in early 60s, 1 yr in Turkey; leukemia | |
| BITTNER, Ray | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| BIZJACK, Jack E. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| BJORSETH, Donald R. | Unk | Unk | 292 asgn Misawa 1963 | |
| BLACK, Dwight Leo | SMSgt | 2010 | USAFSS HQ, HQ Far East Air Force, Japan, Darmstadt, GE., Ft. Ritchie, MD | |
| BLACK, Everett A. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| BLACK, James T. | unk | 2014 | need more info please | |
| BLACK, Jimmie R. | TSgt | 2008 | 6950 Scty Gp - 207X2 - 6960 ABS - San Antonio | |
| BLACKBURN, James H. | Unk | 2008 | Asgn England, Germany, Finland, Crete, USAFSS | |
| BLACKBURN, Joe | CMSgt | 1998 | USAFSS Ol'timer, 202XX and instructor; active in COMSEC | |
| BLACKWELL Patrick L. | A1C | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (Basic at Sanz). 6987th, Taiwan. | |
| Blackwell, Eldred Edwin | Colonel | 2022 | Ed began his career in the Air Force in 1955. He served as a pilot and flew in Vietnam as commander of his squadron. After Vietnam he served in the NSA, various Security Service positions and ended his 30-year career as Chief of Staff for the Electronic Security Command of the Air Force at the rank of Colonel. According to Greg Mahoney, "I was saddened to hear of Ed’s passing. He was my boss at HQ ESC back in the early 80s. He was really great to work for and one of the best men I ever served with. Even managed to play a few rounds of golf with him in later years and enjoyed his company very much. My heartfelt condolences to your family. May he Rest In Peace." | |
| BLACKWELL, Johnny R. | Unk | 2005 | USAFSS 15th RSM vet | |
| Blair, Craig S. | 2019 | Airborne Chinese linguist, Yokota. In 1963, Craig enlisted in the USAF. Following boot camp in 1964, he was sent to Yale’s Institute of Far Eastern Languages where he learned to speak Mandarin. He was then deployed to Yakota, Japan as a member of the USAF Security Squadron with airborne reconnaissance responsibilities in Southeast Asia. | ||
| BLAIR, Leivan L. | Unk | 2003 | 292 asgn Misawa 1966-67 | |
| BLAIR, Leonard G. | SMSgt | 2007 | Asgn Misawa/NCOIC T4 1965-67 | |
| BLAIR, Richard A. | GS | 2009 | Army & Air Force vet asgn Hq ESC | |
| BLAIR, Robert E. | TSgt | 1998 | 207X1 asgn Chicksands (1974), San Vito | |
| BLAIR, William L. | Capt | 2003 | European Theater | |
| BLAIS, Leo D. | SSgt | 2000 | USAFSSKorean era, discharged became State Senator & successful business owner | |
| BLAKE, Gordon A. | LGen | 1997 | USAFSSCmdr 57-59; DirNSA 62-66; HoH 1984 | |
| BLAKE, Robert L. | Unk | 2016 | 292XX 6918th Hakata; 1964-66 | |
| Blake, Ronald, G. | Sgt | 2020 | He joined the USAF and was trained as a Vietnamese linguist at the Defense Language Institute, Presidio in Monterey, California. He served three and a half years and was honorably discharged as a sergeant. | |
| BLAKELY, William H. III | TSgt | 2005 | 292X1 asgn 6918th, Hakata, Wakkanai, Vietnam, Luke AFB, Misawa (65-73); one of the good guys | |
| BLAKEMORE, Allen C. | TSgt | 2005 | Asgn Shemya, Trabzon, Chicksands, AFSCC/Kelly | |
| BLANCHFIELD, William A. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07) | |
| BLAND, Connie L. | A1C | 2006 | Misawa, 1957-59, 202x | |
| BLANKENSHIP, Hubert "Blank" | MSgt | 2003 | Asgn Kelly; supply tech @ Karamursel, Turkey, Misawa 1955 | |
| BLATMAN, Ronald B. | unk | 2014 | 771x - Misawa - 1969-72 | |
| BLAUVELT, Roger Mourrie | MSgt | 2011 | Chinese Linguist (Yale and DLI) Vietnam, Taiwan, Philippines and Japan (6988th - 65-67 (Yokota))…also Germany | |
| BLAZEL, David B. "Blazer" | CMSgt | 1990 | Russian linguist @ Rhein Main, Yokota, Osan, Athens, Offutt. Superb AMS. Believed to have had over 15,000 flight hours and 50+ Air Medals. | |
| Bledsoe, Richard Paul | SSgt | 2020 | He joined the USAF earning a rank of Staff Sergeant. He proudly served in Anchorage, Alaska and Taipei, Taiwan. During his military career he was granted a top security clearance while working as a Morse code intercept operator. | |
| BLEVINS, Joe | MSgt | 2010 | Chinese linguist. 76-77,?83-84?; | |
| BLOCK, Ed | LtCol | 2002 | Photorecce pilot; USAFSS/LG, Shemya, St Lawrence. Master supply troubleshooter. | |
| BLOHM, Patrick E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BLOOD, James D. | TSgt | 2003 | Inventory Mgt Spec asgn Kelly as military & civilian. | |
| BLOOMQUIST, Dave | Unk | Unk | 203X1 asgn 6987th/Shu Lin Kou | |
| BLOUGH, John A | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-11)Â | |
| BLOUNT, Fred W. | GS/Amn | 2000 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1949-51; Cmd Hq Plans/Programs/CCP Tech Advisor; HoH 1986 | |
| BLUNDA, Anthony J. | A1C | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04)Â | |
| BLUNDELL, David | MSgt | 2012 | T2A372, Hill AFB UT 1982-1992, Kunsan AB ROK 1992-1993, Luke AFB AZ 1993-2002 | |
| BOATRIGHT, Barbara | unk | 2016 | USAFSS, AFEWC (Civilian Personnel and Command Section) - more information please | |
| BOATWRIGHT, John H. | SSgt | 2007 | 622x, Misawa, 1957- | |
| Bobinger, David L. | Sgt | 2022 | David enlisted in the USAF, serving proudly in Vietnam, where he was a Morse Code Intercept Operator and flew 135 combat missions, during which time he was shot down twice. He was most proud of his military service and kept in contact with his service buddies through the years. According to Larry Eavey, "David was one of the most memorable people in my life. We shared a cubicle space in Vietnam as I too was an X5BX trained killer (as David would say his whole body was a weapon). After exiting the Air Force, I lost track of David for 30 years but the moment he called my number in 2000 and started his foolishness, I knew exactly that it was Brillo!" | |
| BOCKLAGE, Edmond | CMSgt | 1986 | Asgn Augsburg; backbone of mobile SIGINT effort, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BODDY, Roger "Mike" | Unk | 2012 | ||
| BODNAR, Peter P. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-10) | |
| Bodvin, Leo. H., USAFSS | 2022 | Leo enlisted in the USAF in 1958, serving in Okinawa, South Korea, Taiwan and Fort Meade, MD. He was honorably discharged in 1966 and joined the federal government as a civilian research analyst with the NSA. He retired in 2002 with 44 years of service. Following information provided by Bert Turner: Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-11) Okinawa, South Korea, Taiwan, and Fort Meade, (NSA civilian 1966-2002). | ||
| BOE, JERRY B. | Unk | 2005 | in Misawa 1953 | |
| BOERSMA, Dale J. | A1C | 2019 | need more info | |
| BOESER, Dennis J. | Unk | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOGDEN, Edward J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOGERS, FRANCIS A. | A1C | 2002 | in Misawa 1953 | |
| BOGUE, Herbert W. | SMSgt | 2014 | cryptanalyst - assignments included Okinawa, San Antonio, & Taiwan (thrice) | |
| BOHANNON, Edwin Gordon Jr. | Unk | 2017 | 6987th, Taiwan; Chinese linguist who reported on first detonation of A-bomb by PRC. | |
| BOHLINE, James E. | MSgt | 2002 | Asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| BOLDEN, Franklin D. | UNK | UNK | More information please | |
| BOLES, Stokes J "Tex" | TSgt | 2008 | 208X0 - Czech linguist/instructor, Hof, Augsburg GE, retired from Goodfellow in 1980 | |
| BOLICK, Claude E. Jr. | MSgt | 1998 | Polish linguist @ Rhein Main; Instructor @ Goodfellow | |
| BOLICK, Claude W. | MSgt | 2006 | European Theater | |
| BOLIN, Roger H. | Unk | 2011 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOLLICH, Michael "Mike" | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| Bolling, Sterling Ruffin | SSgt | 2022 | Sterling enlisted in the United States Air Force and was assigned to the Air Force Security Service as a translator. He completed two tours of duty in Vietnam. SSgt. Bolling was awarded the Air Medal with First and Second Oak Leaf Clusters. According to an anonymous post in the obituary, "First met Ling in Language School in 67 (I called him Ling for Bolling and he called me Lo for DePaolo. We went to the 6948th together after Language School. We went on several TDYs together including Survival School. I remember being in the NCO club at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa with him and we roomed together at the 48th. He was one hell of a good guy! I personally will miss him!" | |
| BOLSTRIDGE, Lester J. "Les" | Col | 2010 | Served in many intell positions in Europe, Pacific, NSA; helped plan Linebacker II; HoH 1988 | |
| BOLT, Bobby | Unk | 2006 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| BOLTE, Peter H. | unk | 2013 | 202 on Dawg Flt 1969-72, 6918th | |
| BOND, Ernest F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BONHAM, Charlie | Unk | 2010 | A292X1 asgn 6985th/Eielson, 6990th/Kadena (RC-135), 6994th/Vietnam (EC-47) | |
| BONIN, Dwight E. | Col | 1991 | Cdr 6902nd Spec Comm Gp/Shiroi, 58-59, 6922nd RGM/Kadena, 59-61 | |
| BONNER, Cloephus T (Theophilas - Thom) III | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOOTH, Alan W. | Sgt | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 71 | |
| BOOTH, Auxier | MSgt | 1991 | Asgn Misawa 1961 | |
| BOOTH, David L. | A1C | 2003 | 292x Misawa 1958 | |
| BOOTH, Harry J | Col | 2004 | Army 1942-45, Air Force 1946, 7059 Air Intel Sqdn Kassel GE 53-54, 60-64 - Director of Plans and research USAFSS, 6922 Kadena - 1965, 6918th Hakata 65-67, HQ USAFSS 67-69, Samsun, Turkey - 69-72, Chief of Tech Trng, Goodfellow 72-74, | |
| BOOTON, John W. | MSgt | 1997 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; 1st Sgt | |
| BOPRAY, Steve | MSgt | 1999 | Russian TAC OP, took his own life | |
| BORAK, Donald J. | CMSgt | 2015 | 292 - USAFSS, Scotland, Alaska, England, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, and Thailand before his retirement from Kelly AFB in San Antonio, TX in 1974 - BSM; USAFSS - Bronze Star | |
| BORDELON, Harold | Unk | 1989 | Morse op asgn 6913th/Bremerhaven | |
| BORDEN, Julius S. "Jim" | Maj | 1998 | Cmd Hq, Alaska, et al | |
| Borgman, Marvin L. | Lt Col | 2024 | He joined the Air Force in April of 1962, proudly serving his country for 32 years. During his time in the Air Force, Marv and his family were stationed at Osan Air Base, South Korea; twice at Misawa Air Base, Japan; Royal Air Force Chicksands, England; Yongsan Army Garrison, South Korea; and multiple locations across the United States including Omaha, NE; Las Vegas, NV; San Antonio, TX; and Ames, Iowa. While Headquarters Squadron Section Commander in England and Japan, he and KC were known for hosting large holiday celebrations where they welcomed single service members to their home | |
| BORLAND, Isaac H. "Ike" | SSgt | 2018 | Korean War era; Germany | |
| BORMAN, Danny J | Sgt | 2019 | Hakata 202 1966-68; Civilian NSA Analyst 1969 - 1976 | |
| BORNER, Robert L. | Unk | 1982 | ACRP; 6990th; 6908th | |
| BORRIES, William "BO" | MSgt | 1998 | USAFSS Ol'timer; A292/A207; out of 16th, 94th,49th: Rptd by SMSgt Larry Tart | |
| BORSTAD, Orville M. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) | |
| BORUTTA, Lester E. | A3C | 1976 | 471XX asgn Misawa 1952- | |
| BOSCH-SUERO, Diego | unk | 199? | MK flyer - Offutt | |
| BOSSI, Roger E. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| BOSTON, Donald R. "Don" | MSgt | 2007 | 207X1 asgn 6990th/Kadena, Offutt | |
| BOSTON, Keith D (Okie) | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1959-61 | |
| BOSWELL, Boyd F. | TSgt | 1993 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| BOSWELL, Homer D | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOSWELL, Samuel E. | LtCol | 2006 | WWII Navy enlistee; USAF commission; USAFSS D/Dir Engr; asgn Kelly, Peshawar | |
| BOTELHO, Larry | MSgt | 1994 | A/C Maint | |
| BOUCHARD, John Charles | MSgt | 2017 | Airborne linguist, DSO; Det 3, 25 IS, Kadena and Osan | |
| BOUGHNER, Barry Lee | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Morse Systems OP - 128 Combat missions (DFC) - AMS in Vietnam 1971-72, Okinawa, Japan; Kelly AFB, TX; Alaska; Key West; Crete; Taiwan; Germany; Italy; England; and Richenbacker AFB, OH | |
| BOUGHTON, Rowland F. | Unk | 1992 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOUKNIGHT, Charles L "Chuck" | SMSgt | 2001 | USAFSS Ol'timer, 70290, Brooks, 6900thSW Fkft,Ger,Cmd Hq, 27-years AF svc | |
| BOUL, Donald J. | Unk | 2017 | 6918th RSM | |
| BOURDO, Jack Francis | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOURG, Archie T., Jr. | A2C | 1958 | AMT killed Sep 2, 1958 in C130 shoot down over Armenia | |
| BOUSQUET, Ernest V. | CMSgt | 1998 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| BOUTIN, Donald R. | Lt Col | 2019 | ESC, AFPC, and NSA Intel Officer | |
| BOUTON, Edmond L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOWARD, Richard C. | Unk | 2016 | USAFSS/ESC - 1962-1985 | |
| BOWEN, Jack S. | MSgt | 1993 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; Communicator; 20-yrs military; 25-yrs as Civ | |
| Bowen, Jerry | SSgt | 2025 | He was a member of the Corps of Cadets at Virginia Tech at Blacksburg, VA. After his Rat year at Tech, he dug footers with a pick and shovel for the new Blacksburg High School. He believed wholeheartedly in the Virginia Tech motto "Ut Prosim-------That I Yay Serve." Is it any wonder that he resigned from Tech when the Korean War was raging in 1952, and enlisted in the US Air Force? I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us. Then said I, "Here am I. Send me." Isaiah 6:8 Due to his military training at Tech, he was chosen to become a Flight Commander (drill instructor) to lead 72 Airmen through basic training at Sampson Air Force Base in Geneva, NY. This was something new for the Air Force, and a title was created for Jerry. Not Airman, not Corporal, not Sergeant, but MISTER. He was known as Mister Bowen for the duration of his time in Basic Training. The Air Force wanted him to attend Yale to major in the Chinese Language, but he chose Syracuse University in upstate New York, where he graduated with a Russian Language degree. This enabled him to read, write, and speak the language and he received a Top Secret Clearance. He served his country for eight years and was stationed in the Far East during the Cold War, gathering intelligence for the National Security Agency. He was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant. He was proud of saving the life of a fellow Airman in Japan who had actually died from carbon monoxide from a hibachi and also using the Heimlich Maneuver to save the lives of a woman in Roanoke, a woman in D.C., and a man in Florida. Jerry leaves his son, and best friend, (Buddy) Gerald B Bowen Jr., his daughters-in-law, Sherri Pope Bowen. //Obit – The Roanoke Times// | |
| BOWEN, Watrous | UNK | 2008 | Need additional info please | |
| Bowen, William P. | 2024 | He joined the USAF in 1952 with the intention of becoming a pilot during the Korean conflict. He was admitted to flight school only to learn he was color blind. The Air Force wanted him in military intelligence due to his high IQ and photographic memory. They sent him to Syracuse University to the Russian Language Institute where he graduated in 1953. He spent two years in the Pacific Theatre of operations as a Russian Language Specialist (USAFSS). William was commissioned as an officer in the Air Force after his stint in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged in August of 1955. | ||
| BOWERS, William R. "Bill" | Col | 2000 | USAFSS Ol Timer, 1949 fr ASA in Va; Intl Off, WWII navigator, instl'd SS HoH 1988 | |
| BOWIE, Richard | TSgt | 2009 | 202 asgn 6989th RSM, AFSCC | |
| BOWLES, Charles W. | LCol | 1992 | Operations Off; SS Cmd Staff Plans & Programs; Ret to teaching Holmes HS, SAT | |
| BOWMAN, David L. Sr. | Unk | 2002 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOWMAN, Frank M. | Lt Col | 2002 | Hakata AB Commander, JA, WW II, Korea and Vietnam Vet | |
| BOWMAN, Howard B. | Unk | 1992 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BOWMAN, Norman R. | MSgt | 2005 | Chinese linguist asgn Shu Lin Kou (early 60s), PYDo, NSA | |
| BOWMAN, Robert D. | A1c | 2007 | Asgn Crete, Hq USAFSS 1961-65 | |
| BOWMAN, William F. | A1C | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-10), 6988th SS, AMS. | |
| BOWRON, Thomas Harold | MSgt | 2007 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam | |
| Box, Floyd Allen | 2025 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he proudly served with the Air Force Security Service in Okinawa and South Korea. Following his honorable discharge, | ||
| BOYACK, Richard W. | Unk | 2011 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan; CIA (Mid-East/Far East) | |
| BOYD, Donald R. | CMSgt | 2011 | 202 with 30+ years - Misawa, Peshawar, Air Staff | |
| BOYD, Hugh | MSgt | 19?? | Logistics Support, Cmd Hq | |
| BOYD, James | CMSgt | 2014 | More info please | |
| Boyd, Richard Porter | 2024 | He served in the Air Force Security Service in Vietnam where he was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal. | ||
| BOYER, Brian L. | Unk | 2009 | 292x, Misawa 1964 | |
| BOYER, Earl K. | SMSgt | 1996 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Logistics, ESC, AFIC, FTVA mbr, recruiter when deceased | |
| BOYLE, James R. (Jim) | Lt Col | 1999 | 1951-1953: Security Service, Brooks A.F.B. 1953-1956: Ankara, Turkey. 1956-1960: Security Service, Brooks A.F.B. | |
| BOYLE, John P. "Rip" | CMSgt | 2006 | 202 asgn Chicksands during the 50s, career USAFSS | |
| BOYNTON, Bruce A. | Unk | 1995 | Asgn Misawa 1959-63 | |
| BOZARTH, Clifton E. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09), Osan 1958 | |
| BRADACH, Edward F. Jr | Unk | 2019 | 292XX Hakata 6918th1958-61 | |
| BRADFORD, Blyth T. | Maj | 1988 | Formally asgn OIC Operations at USAFSS Training Site, March AFB, CA | |
| BRADFORD, Robert K. | Unk | 1954 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| Bradley, Ertis J. | 2023 | Bud was a veteran of the USAF and completed two tours in Vietnam. Following information provided by Mick Cole: Bud Bradley, one of my Vietnamese classmates, passed away March 11. He was one of the groups who started flying C-130 Silver Dawn missions over the Gulf of Tonkin in 1965 without benefit of aeronautical training, orders, or equipment. | ||
| BRADLEY, Michael (Mike) | Unk | 2016 | German linguist; 6912th Teufelsberg Operations | |
| BRADLEY, Scott R. | Sgt | 1996 | 292X1 asgn 6987th/Shu Lin Kou | |
| BRADLEY, Stephen E. | unk | 2009 | 202 at 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1963-65 | |
| Bradley, William C. Jr. | 2022 | Bill was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving from 1958 to 1962 as a Radio Intercept Operator with the U.S. Air Force Security Service in Texas, Mississippi, and Nebraska. He was a member of the 6987th Radio Squadron Mobile and the 3rd Weather Wing. | ||
| BRADY, James "Jim" | Col | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer; 6920 SG/Johnson AB Jpn; wrote 1st ops ords for 1st ACRP in Far East | |
| BRADY, Thomas G. | AB | 2002 | Misawa 1956 | |
| Brager, Phyl Glenn | Sgt | 2024 | He served his country in the United States Air Force Security Service, 6937th Communications Group. He was stationed in Peshawar, Pakistan. | |
| Bragg, Francis Eugene | A1C | 2024 | Gene graduated from City High School in 1962, then enlisted in the United States Air Force serving from 1963 to 1967. On November 2, 1968, he married Jane A. Peiffer. Over the years he enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, camping, and traveling with his wife, Jane; and following his fellow Air Force friends on Facebook. He is survived by his wife; Jane. //Obit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service// AFSC: 292X1 Assignment: 6925 Security Squadron, Clark AB, PI //Norbert Dias// | |
| BRAMBLE, H. Ken | Col | 2015 | 6916th ESS CC - 1979-81, Ops Officer at Skivvy Nine (73), Athens (80's) and HQ at Kelly | |
| BRANANGAN, John Edward (Jack) | MSgt | 2013 | Equip Maint. Bremerhaven, Kirknewton, 6913th RSM, and Chicksands. | |
| BRANDENBURG, Dale | Sgt | 1973 | AMT killed in EC-47, "BARON -52" shot down over Laos,, 6994th Bravo Maintenance | |
| BRANDON, Darryll | Unk | 2013 | 1970-1990, USAF Intel Career - need more information | |
| BRANTLEY, John W. | A2C | 2006 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| BRASWELL, Jimmie | Sgt | 2005 | Asgn San Vito in the mid-70s | |
| BRATUSEK, George R. | GS | 1999 | SS/ESC Ol'Timer; WWII Vet; 33-yr Logistics; Cmd Hq, AFCD | |
| BRAUN, Mal C. | A2C | 1997 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| BRAUN, Serran R. | Unk | 1999 | Duty assignments in San Antonio, San Angelo, Alaska, Pakistan, Turkey | |
| BRAXTON, Lawrence S. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BRAY, Carol | GS | 1998 | Hq Publications et al, Ret at age 83; Husband was one-time lst Sgt HQ Spt Sq as MSgt | |
| BRAY, Ernest Jr | SSgt | 1982 | 3rd RSM | |
| BRELSFOARD, Frederick | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Brendell, James B. | SMSgt | 2022 | He proudly served in the USAF for 24 years. He was trained as a Russian linguist at Syracuse University and was first miserably stationed for 14 months on Shemya Island, Alaska, a place to which he would always refer with a shiver of loathing. He later enjoyed more pleasant assignments in locations abroad including Germany, Japan, and Okinawa. He absolutely loved the hours he spent flying in RC-130s doing his level best to give the Soviets hell. After retiring from the Air Force, Jim continued serving his country at the National Security Agency. He retired after 14 years at the NSA. | |
| BRENEMAN, Robert E. | TSgt | 1972 | 732x, Misawa 1970 | |
| BRENNAN, Robert | Unk | 2017 | Morse op, Turkey and PI | |
| BRENTLEY, Clem Carrol | TSgt | 2007 | Chinese linguist. | |
| BRESNOCK, Michael L. | CMSgt | 1996 | Opns, USAFSS Ol'Timer fm Army Air Corps and 1950's; duty mostly in ETO; | |
| BRETZ, Melvin Kent | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) Date of death uncertain, Could be Mar 1, 2011, Osan 1958 Blue Sky | |
| BREWER, Luther M. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BREWER, Robert | MSgt | 2012 | 6921st SW 1964-67 | |
| BREWER, Robert L. | Unk | 2017 | USAF and DoD Intel Community | |
| Brick, Ralph L. | SSgt | 2021 | He served in the US Air Force for four years (1952-1956), as a Cryptographic Operator. He served in the Alaskan Air Command, 3rd Radio Squadron, Adak, Aleutian Islands, and at the USAF Security Service Headquarters, Kelley Air Force Base, San Antonio, TX. | |
| Bridger, Clyde J. | Maj | 2025 | While still in high school he enlisted in Oconto’s Company C, 127th Infantry, Wisconsin National Guard. Upon graduating high school in 1949, Clyde transferred directly into the US Air Force and spent the next twenty years on active duty, retiring on July 31,1969. On April 7, 1951, Clyde married Lola Jean Ziesmer at the Brooks AFB Chapel in San Antonio, Texas. Clyde was a veteran of both the Korean War and the Viet Nam War. Overseas assignments took him to Tokyo, Japan; Peshawar (Northwest Frontier/Kyber Pass), Pakistan; Bremerhaven, Germany; Anderson AFB, Guam; and Saigon, Viet Nam. In Viet Nam Clyde was assigned to the US Army Military Assistance Command (MACV) Headquarters Counterintelligence Division. In the United States his assignments were at Brooks AFB, San Antonio, Texas; USAF Security Service Headquarters, Kelly AFB, Texas; The National Security Agency, (NSA), Washington D.C. and Key West Naval Air Station, Florida. In addition to numerous awards Clyde was the recipient of the Bronze Star Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal and the Army Commendation Medal. Except for pilot training and technical schools, all of Clyde’s assignments were in Special Intelligence Operations or Counterintelligence Operations. He was a graduate of the USAF Senior NCO Academy. Clyde is survived by sons William (Peggy Scheffen) Bridger Green Bay, WI; Chief Warrant Officer Robert Bridger, US Army (retired) St Cloud, FL; step-sons Bruce (Kathy) Retzlaff, Green Bay, WI; Randal (Kim McDonald) Retzlaff; David (Theresa) Bake Retzlaff); and Scott (Bonnie) Retzlaff, all of Oconto. As a Lt/Col in the US Air Force Civil Air Patrol (CAP) he flew numerous missions in search of people or aircraft reported missing. Clyde was one of only two CAP pilots in Northeastern Wisconsin selected to fly missions in support of Federal Drug Enforcement operations. According to Bob Seering, Major Bridger was my commander in Key West NAS in 1968. I was a radio intercept analyst and was honored to serve under his command. Rest in peace, sir and God bless! Bob Seering, Green Bay. | |
| BRIDGFORD, Charles Robert | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BRIGHTBILL, Royal A. | Unk | 2017 | LA ANG and USAFSS; Chinese linguist | |
| BRIMACOMBE, James R. "Jim"Â | Capt | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) Korean and Vietnam wars. General's aide during deployment, paratrooper, expert marksman | |
| BRISCOE, Neil A. Jr | GS-14 | 2006 | US Navy - Korean War - USAFSS/ESC - Retired GS-14 1984 - Chief of the Systems & Applications Division of Data Automation | |
| BRITT, Gene H. | SMSgt | 2018 | 29292; Alaska, Scotland, Italy, Crete, Japan, Texas | |
| BRITT, Nathan C. "Nate" | MSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Bingen, Hof, Rhein Main first recon flights | |
| BROCK, Dennis E | Unk | 2018 | Need info please | |
| BROCK, Jimmy M. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS, Bremerhaven | |
| BROCK, Kenneth | Unk | 2001 | Asgn Elmendorf, Shemya, Kirknewton | |
| BROCK, Wanda Jane "Janie" | GS | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'Timer of 36-years service, mostly at GoodfellowAFB,Tx | |
| BROCKMAN, Edwin H. | TSgt | 1997 | Asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| BRODEUR, Robert G. "Bob" | MSgt | 2008 | Russian/Vietnamese linguist asgn Berlin, Kadena, Kelly | |
| BRODMAN, Gregory N. | Col | 2005 | AIA/ACC (active duty); Air Intelligence Officer; asgn Pope, Ft Belvoir, Kelly, Hurlburt | |
| BROKOPP, Robert "Bob" | SSgt | 2005 | Russian linguist asgn 6910th/Darmstadt | |
| BROOKBANK, Robert A. | unk | 2011 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, need more info please | |
| BROOKENS, Sylvester E. | MSgt | 1996 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 24 years, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BROOKS, Frank | Unk | 2013 | USAFSS | |
| BROOKS, Huey P. "Hi Pockets" | SMSgt | 2001 | 292/207 Airborne many years @ Yokota/Kadena/Bremerhaven/Rhein Main | |
| Brooks, Martin J. | 2024 | After a year at Brigham Young University, he enlisted in the USAF and was selected to study Russian at Syracuse University. He served in Germany flying over the Black Sea in a C-130 as a Russian linguist translating intelligence communications. Martin had a gift for learning languages and loved serving his country. After four years in the Air Force, Martin was called to serve a 30-month mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Finland Helsinki Mission. After completing his mission, Martin returned to Brigham Young University to finish his undergraduate studies and graduated summa cum laude of his MBA class. | ||
| BROOKS, Robert (Frank) | MSgt | 2013 | USAFSS Ops | |
| BROOKS, Robert O. "Bobby" | Col | 1985 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Ops Officer 1st RSM in early 50's; CC 6917th San Vito 64-65. | |
| BROSSETT, Marv | SMSgt | 2011 | 207X1 - Multi ground/airborne assignments - Crete, England, Nebraska (6997th), Okinawa (6990th), South Korea, Texas, Alaska, and Maryland - GS-14 - 39 IOS, Hurlburt Field | |
| Brotzman, Robert L. | 2024 | He was a brilliant man who paved his own way by entering into the Air Force, going to Yale and becoming fluent in Mandarin. He used those experiences as a steppingstone to eventually graduate from Ohio State University with a PhD in Electrical Engineering. He and his beloved wife Darlene then moved to Maryland, and he worked at NSA throughout his career. He held many key positions including the first director of the National Computer Security Center, the head of the Advanced Research Organization at NSA which was an essential organization providing a foundation for the technical future of NSA with a focus on advanced mathematics and emerging communication systems. He was Chief of Station at Menwith Hill, England and Chief Liaison in Australia. He testified before Congress, and you may have seen him in Newsweek. | ||
| BROUGHTON, Thomas E. | Unk | 1993 | Need info please | |
| BROUSSARD, Louis Alton | MSgt | 2017 | Linguist; Bremerhaven, Lackland, Chicksands assignment | |
| BROWN, Albert C. "Charlie" | SSgt | 2002 | 292X1/202X0 Asgn Wakkanai; Ft Meade. Separated as SSgt. | |
| BROWN, Aubrey W. | MSgt | 1993 | Linguist, ACRP @ Yokota, Rhein Main, Hq USAFSS, et al | |
| BROWN, Daniel | A1C | 2001 | Asgn 6986th, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BROWN, Donald E. | Unk | 1982 | 751XX Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| BROWN, Ellis G. "Brownie" | CMSgt | 19?? | R73200, Pers Super, 6986 Scty Gp, Wakkanai AS, Japan & Cmd Hq Staff, et al | |
| BROWN, George R. | MSgt | 1999 | Need info please | |
| BROWN, Hermie | MSgt | 1996 | AFSS Russian stationed Eileson, Yokota | |
| BROWN, Irvin Lee | Unk | 2012 | More information please - USAFSS | |
| BROWN, James E. "Jim" | SMSgt | 1997 | USAFSS Ol'Timer 1950-65 | |
| BROWN, Jerry Franklin | A1C | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-04) Basic & intermediate.6987th (2 tours) | |
| BROWN, Jeryl A. "Jeri" | SRA | 2004 | 202B/209 asgn Kadena, Chicksands, Brooks late 70s/early 80s | |
| Brown, John E. | 2020 | He joined the USAF where he was selected to study Russian at the military's language school. He then served at an outpost in Turkey translating Russian radio messages. | ||
| Brown, John Reuel | MSgt | 2020 | He served for over 22 years, retiring as a MSgt. John loved working as a crew member on the RC-135. His was assigned to Lakenheath, North Carolina, Texas, Nebraska, Greece and back to Nebraska during John’s over 22-year USAF career. He spent most of his career at Offutt AFB. Upon retiring from the Air Force in 1989, John took a job with Lockheed Martin in Fort Meade. According to Robert White, "It saddens me to report the passing of another fellow AMT and good friend. John R. Brown passed away the afternoon of November 20th. He waged a three-week battle with lung and kidney issues but his earthly body succumbed and he made his last sortie. John was a Lifetime Member of the AMTA and FTVA. " According to Les Baney, "I served with John for many years both in the Air Force and also in our retirement professions. John was a consummate professional who always too his work most seriously. Best of all he was a good friend throughout who could be counted on to aid in a crisis, which were numerous. I am grateful to have known him and his wife Jeanne." | |
| BROWN, Lewis E. | TSgt | 2010 | 291x0, Misawa 1970 | |
| BROWN, Margaret Sorola | Civ | 2012 | HQ USAFSS/ESC 1964-1984 - Computer programmer/analyst in Data Automation | |
| BROWN, Norma E. | MGen | 2003 | Hall of Honor 1993; Many USAFSS command positions; first woman to command a USAF wing (GAFB). | |
| BROWN, Reggie E. | A2C | 1993 | 293x 1953-, Misawa | |
| BROWN, Richard L. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| BROWN, Robert B. | MSgt | 1989 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1971- | |
| BROWN, Ronald E. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| BROWN, Stacey E. | LCol | 1992 | Ops Off Cmd Hq Staff, duty in Vietnam,Korea, China; Cmdr 6988 when retired | |
| Brown, Terrence Lamar | MSgt | 2024 | Terry joined the Unites States Air Force in June 1972, where he spent the next 23 years honorably serving within the Electronic Security Command, and retiring in June of 1995 as a Master Sergeant.//Obit - Trahan Family Funeral Home// I was stationed with Terry in Italy. Condolences to Terry's family and friends, and may he rest in peace. //Chris Messner//It’s with a sad heart that I morn the unexpected loss of my friend MSgt (Ret) Terrance Brown. Terry was a 23-year USAFSS/ESC Veteran serving as a X2 Printer System Supervisor. I met him towards the end of his ESC career when we were both stationed at San Vito AS Italy (89-91). During this time, we became close friends with Terry and Sandy spent lots of off duty time with my family. For those who knew us, there was no denying we were both avid fans of the late artist “Meatloaf”. Rest in peace my dear friend. //Ken Barkey// | |
| Brown, Terrence, L. | MSgt | 2024 | Terry joined the USAF in June 1972, where he spent the next 23 years honorably serving within the Electronic Security Command, and retiring in June of 1995 as a Master Sergeant. The following was provided by Chris Messner: Terry was a 23-year USAFSS/ESC Veteran serving as a X2 Printer System Supervisor. I met him towards the end of his ESC career when we were both stationed at San Vito AS Italy (89-91). | |
| Brown, Thomas L. | MSgt | 2021 | Thomas served in the Maine National Guard from 1952 to 1955, then went on to the U.S. Air Force from 1955 to 1977. During his time in the Air Force, he worked for the U.S. Air Force Security Service, the National Security Agency/Central Security Service. He was sent on overseas assignments to Japan, Germany, Indochina, the Philippines, and Vietnam. After 22 years of service, he retired as a Master Sergeant. | |
| BROWN, William H. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| Brown, Willis Donald | 2021 | After college graduation, he joined the Air Force. He was sent to the Defense Language Institute in Monterrey, California to learn the Russian language. He was stationed in Japan. Following this assignment, he joined the U.S. Bureau of the Census in Washington, D.C. During this time, he decided to follow his life-long dream of becoming an Episcopal priest by attending the Virginia Theological Seminary. After completing his study, he moved to Louisville, Kentucky to become a Deacon in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisville. He was later ordained and became the rector at the former St. John Episcopal Church. | ||
| BROWNEWELL, John L. | LCol | 1996 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Cmdr 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, et al | |
| BROWNING, Alan W | unk | unk | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1960-62 | |
| BROWNING, Ronald G. | Lt Col | 2011 | Russian Linguist prior to commissioning (USAFSS); 31-year career | |
| Bruce, Arvel Gene | MSgt | 2020 | He joined the USAF in 1959 and retired in 1984. He was a Vietnam veteran and a recipient of the Bronze Star. After retirement, he continued working in government agencies for many years. Listed in 6994th Our Losses web site. http://6994th.com/?page_id=151 | |
| BRUCE, Garry E. | Sgt | 2011 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam Vet | |
| BRUCE, Raymond | Unk | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| BRUCE, Robert L | Unk | 2004 | 203 asgn 41st/6913th RSM Vet in mid 50s; Foreign Service Officer w/State Dept | |
| Bruckner, Milton | 2022 | Milt had a stellar 42-year career as a Russian linguist. The first five years were spent in the USAF and the remaining 37 years at the National Security Agency (NSA). He loved languages as evidenced by the fact that he learned Azeri, the language of Azerbaijan, and also dabbled in Turkish and Spanish. Milt and Hobie loved to travel, especially their trips to more than half of the republics of the former Soviet Union. | ||
| BRUEN, Frank G. | unk | 2015 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan 1964-65 | |
| Bruha, Harlan L. | Colonel | 2023 | Harlan enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in lieu of being drafted for the Korean War and obtained the enlisted rank of Staff Sergeant. Commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant in 1954 after attending Officer Candidate School, Harlan went on to serve 25 years in the Air Force. He served in Japan, Guam, Korea, and Southeast Asia, and at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio, and many other stateside duty stations. Harlan received 12 decorations including the Legion of Merit and the Khmer Republics 2nd highest medal, the Khmer National Defense Medal Order of the Army. In 1958 Harlan was a member of the advance party that established cryptologic training when it was brought to Goodfellow Air Force Base. When returning from Southeast Asia in 1974, as a Colonel, he was assigned to Goodfellow as the 6940 Technical Group Commander and Vice Commander of the wing. Harlan retired from the Air Force in 1977. | |
| BRUME, Robert E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BRUMFIEL, Robert T. "Tom" | LCol | 2000 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Comptroller Staff Data Proc Cmd Hq; AFSCC; et al | |
| BRUMFIELD, Walter T. | SSgt | 1993 | Asgn Misawa | |
| BRUMMER, Lawrence L. “Larry†| TSgt | 1992 | R29270; 6924SS Da Nang 67. | |
| BRUNEY, David Lee "Dave/Greagle" | CMSgt | 1994 | USAFSS Ol'Timer Chinese Linguist; Cancer | |
| BRUNKEN, Mark F. | Sgt | 1992 | AIT asgn Misawa '72-73 | |
| BRUSH, Robert S. | A1C | 2019 | ||
| BRUSHWOOD, Charles L. | MSgt | 2008 | 202 asgn 6924th/Danang | |
| BRUSSARD, Melvin | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Cook | |
| BRUSSO, Richard L. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) | |
| BRYAN, James P. | Unk | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Germany, Goodfellow; also civ instr @ Goodfellow | |
| BRYANT, Donald L. | Sgt | 1996 | 6924SS Da Nang/Monkey Mountain 71 | |
| BRYANT, William R. | CMSgt | 2017 | Waist gunner - B-25s, WWII Pacific theater; USAFSS pioneer, assignments to Brooks, Bremerhaven, St Lawrence Island, Karamursel, Peshawar, and NSA | |
| BRYSON, Bickett C. | CMSgt | 1996 | R29290; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| BUBLITZ, Neil G. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| Buccigrossi, Frank George | MSgt | 2021 | He served his country honorably for 22 years in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of MSgt, with multiple stateside and overseas assignments, including Germany and Viet Nam. He retired in 1973 from Goodfellow AFB, Texas. According to Tony Massaro, "As the saying goes, Frank was truly "one of a kind." A man of generosity, kindness, & concern for all humanity. He was exemplary as a father and a patriotic American proud of his heritage. During his military career, as an Airborne Electronics Maintenance Technician Aircrew Member, he flew Cold War missions & Viet Nam combat missions. He was a treasured friend and a great American. Dio vi Benedica." | |
| BUCCOLA, Victor J. | TSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - Carswell AFB, Ft. Worth, Texas, Okinawa, Japan and Germany | |
| BUCHANAN, Eulis B. (Brooks) | unk | 2006 | Misawa 1950- | |
| BUCHER, Maurice V. "Vince" | CMSgt | 2003 | Asgn Key West during Cuban crisis; Chicksands; Ramasun; Kelly. Top NCO. | |
| BUCHINSKI, Robert | unk | 2014 | 292 - Baker Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1967-69 | |
| BUCK, Johnnie W. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Buckbee, George C. | 2023 | George enlisted in the USAF in 1957 and served in USAFSS until 1962. | ||
| BUCKHOLTZ, Wayne | MSgt | 2004 | 202 asgn Misawa | |
| BUCKNER, Emmitt R. | Cpl | 1985 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1951- | |
| Buda, Anthony J. | 2025 | Tony’s career started out in the Air Force in San Antonio which included a tour in the country of Turkey and several years in Security Service in San Antonio. | ||
| BUDDE, Ralph | unk | 2013 | AMT | |
| BUDROW, Michael F. | Sgt | 2008 | 304XX Asgn Misawa 68-71 | |
| BUELL, Gary L. | unk | 1985 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, Able flight 1964-65 | |
| BUER, Dennis L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BUETHE, Duane V. | MSgt | 2007 | 202 asgn Misawa, Darmstadt, Ft Meade, Saigon in 1960s-70s | |
| Bufalino, Charles J. | SMSgt | 2021 | Charles joined the Air Force and was eventually part of the First Cavalry attached to the Army in Vietnam. He served his country for over 5 decades in the Armed Forces and Civil Service, retiring as a Senior Master Sargent and then going on to retire as a GS 12 in Cryptologic Support. Charles or as his friends called him Buff, met the love of his life, Carol Sue Bufalino in Myrtle Beach South Carolina. Their romance lasted for 64 years. Buff and Sue traveled the world with the Military and had three children along that journey; Christopher Joseph Bufalino, Charles Anthony Bufalino and Michael Todd Bufalino. They finally settled in San Antonio, Texas in 1979. | |
| Buff, Roy Lynn | Sgt | 2025 | He proudly served in the United States Air Force as a sergeant during the Vietnam War for four years. Lynn was a linguist and spoke five different languages. | |
| BUFORD, George e. | A1C | 2005 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1957-58 | |
| BULLARD, Steven D. | MSgt | 1998 | USAFSS ACRP; AMT @ Eielson, Athens, COMBAT SENT @ Offutt; buried Arlington | |
| BULLIS, Ronald T. | A2C | 1962 | 292x, Misawa, 1959-66 | |
| BUMGARDNER, James K. | AlC | 1993 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; 6913th RSM late 50's; on 1st ACRP crews @ Rhein Main AB | |
| BUNKER, Gerald B. | Col | 2009 | Comsec asgn NSA, Hq USAFSS as Dep Chief & Chief | |
| BUNKER, Stephen Edward | Unk | 2019 | Airborne linguist, Eielson, 1962-65 | |
| BUNNER, Charles K. | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-07) | |
| BUNTON, Howard W. | Lt Col | 2012 | Hall of Honor 2008; Ground Radio Maint as enlisted, EW as Officer, Chief of Electronic Combat Warfare Operations at ESC, IG Readiness Team Chief, DO at Tempelhof and Marienfelde, 6912th Berlin, 6914th/CC Augsburg, 6975th/CC Riyadh, 67th IG/CV, San Antonio | |
| BURBANK, Raymond J. Jr | A2C | 1987 | Misawa 1966 | |
| BURDETTE, Roy M. Jr. | TSgt | 1999 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan,Vietnam Vet | |
| BURGES, Ellis G. | Unk | 2013 | WWII (Navy), Electrical Engineer - USAFSS 27 years | |
| BURGESS, Gary | SSgt | 2011 | Spanish, Somail, and French Ling, Hellenikon 1978-80, Ft Meade 1980-82, 6949th (now 97th), Offutt AFB 1983-1986, Howard AFB, Panama | |
| BURGESS, Howard O. | unk | 1964 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BURGESS, Roger E. Jr. | Sgt | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07) 6988th SS, Bat 2 out of Yokota and Danang, Foreign Service Officer, administrative officer in the US Liaison Office in Beijing | |
| BURGOON, Joe | Unk | 198? | Need info pls | |
| Burk, Stanley A. | MSgt | 2022 | Stan was a MSgt for the USAF stationed in South Korea and Japan and served in Desert Storm. He served in military intelligence and flew AWACS for the Air Force primarily as a Korean Linguist. According to Dennis Buxton, "Stan and I first met in March 1976 on casual status just after basic training at Lackland. Turns out we were both heading to DLI for Korean linguist training. We were together at DLI, then Goodfellow, for training. Then we headed together to Osan AB and Skivvy . From the outset Stan was a superior linguist with a gift. After his tour in Korea our paths diverged. I always will remember what a great guy he was, good friend and outstanding golfer. Rest In Peace, my fellow MIMI; sure did enjoy our early journey together." | |
| Burke, Edward Leroy | 2025 | He served with honor as a Radio Intercept Operator with the USAF Security Service. His service took him around the world - including 18 months in the Philippines and 15 months in Turkey. While stationed in Turkey, Eddie not only served as a Payroll Clerk but also embraced his passion for music—performing in a country band and eventually running the base radio station. His service concluded at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas, where he worked as a base lifeguard and Finance Clerk. It was in San Angelo where he met the love of his life, Myrtie Westbrook, in September 1963. They were married on November 15 of that year. He is survived by his daughter Lynda Mullan her husband Brendan. //Obit – Love Funeral Home Sonora// | ||
| BURKE, Gerald M. | A1C | 1998 | Misawa 1955 | |
| BURKE, James R. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01) | |
| BURKE, Thomas L. | SSgt | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (Basic at Sanz). Osan. Later commissioned. | |
| BURKE, V. Marjorie "Marge" | GS | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; 30-years with AFSS & ESC | |
| BURKHARDT, Robert L. | Unk | 1982 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS - 1959-64 | |
| BURKHART, William R. "Bill" | MSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Rhein-Main, Athens; Cat IV/AMS | |
| BURLING, Robert "Bob" | SMSgt | 2007 | Maintenance type asgn Hq USAFSS/LG, Misawa | |
| Burmeister, David John | 2023 | He was stationed in San Angelo, Texas and decided to make that their home. Following information provided by Denniss Rassmussen: I met Dave in Torii Station Okie in 1965 and maintained our close friendship ever since. Dave was a USAFSS 202 from 1963 - 1971. | ||
| BURNAP, Arthur P. Jr. | Unk | 1994 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1958-59 | |
| BURNETT, Angelita "Netis" | GS | 2004 | Management engineer @ HQ USAFSS til 1971 retirement | |
| BURNETT, Denver H. "Sonny" | Unk | 2017 | 6918th Hakata 292XX | |
| BURNETTE, Harry J. Jr | SMSgt | 2000 | USAFSS Ol'timer, Comp Programmer; system analyst, Germny, NSA, Fla.,Cmd Hq | |
| BURNEY, Lange Wayne | unk | 2016 | USAFSS - Germany | |
| BURNS, Jerome (Jerry) | Maj | Unk | AFSC - 7016, 6981st Security Squadron, Elmendorf AFB, AK. (1972 - 1974) 6960 Security Sq, Kelly AFB, TX (Hq Sq commander) (1980-1982) | |
| BURNS, Kenneth "Skip" | MajGen | 2012 | USAFSS/CC 1975-79 | |
| BURNS, Louis R. (Lou) | SMSgt | 2013 | 202 - 1959-83 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan and 6994th, England, Japan, Germany, Thailand, Vietnam (Bronze Star), Goodflellow AFB, TX, and Ft. Meade, Maryland | |
| BURNS, Robert A. | Unk | 1980 | Asgn Misawa Support Sq 1963-67 | |
| Burns, Robert Perl | Capt | 2020 | He retired after 22 years of dedicated service to his country. He is a Veteran of the Vietnam War where he earned a Vietnam Medal with Four Bronze Stars, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross, Campaign Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal and a Meritorious Service Medal. According to Jesse Coultrap, "He flew on EC-47s, was later commissioned and was commander of the 6928th when it was collocated with the 6990th at Kadena." According to James McLendon, "Dates of Service 1959-1981; AFSCs 292X1 and 8035. Assignments - Nov 59-Mar 60 6989th RSM, Misawa AB, Japan. Mar 60-Jan 61 6886 RSM, Wakkanai AS, Japan. Jan 65-Dec 66 6917Scty Sq, San Vito, Italy. Dec 66-Dec 67 AFSCC/6993rd Scty Sq, Kelly AFB, Tx. Dec 67-Nov 68, Det 1 6994th Scty Sq, Nha Trang, RVN. Nov 68-Jul 71, 6949th Scty Sq, Offutt AFB, Ne. Jul 71-Aug 72, 6940th Tech Tng Gp, Goodfellow AFB, Tx. Aug 72-Sep 74, AFSCC/AFEWC, Kelly AFB, Tx. Sep 74-Feb 76, 6928th Scty Sq, Kadena AB, Okinawa. Feb 76-Feb 77, 6990th Scty Sq, Kadena AB, Okinawa. Feb 77-Dec81, USAFSS/ESC/Commander’s Representative TAC, Langley AFB, Va." | |
| BURNS, William "Bill" | Unk | 2001 | USAF Comsec Vet @ Brooks, Japan, Korea, Germany | |
| BURNSIDE, Robert F. | A1C | 2017 | need more info | |
| BURR, Dan | UNK | 2009 | AMS Baker Flight - Dogger | |
| BURR, Gaylon M. | Unk | 2002 | Electronics section asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| BURRIS, Edward S. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01) | |
| BURRIS, ELBERT L. | A2C | 2005 | 293x Misawa 56-57 | |
| BURROW, Arthur H. | Maj | 1984 | Need info please | |
| BURTON, Vernon E. | CMSgt | 1997 | 29190; USAFSS Ol'Timer from 50's; SS Basketball coach | |
| Busbee, Jerry W. | 2022 | Jerry enlisted in the USAF as a Russian Linguist during the Cold War. He became so fluent he joined an elite group of interpreters assigned to a diplomatic corps associated with the START II nuclear disarmament treaty. Jerry later used his fluency to assist US travelers and businesses attain visas and work permits from the Russian embassy and consulates throughout the U.S. | ||
| BUSCH, Charles W. | GS | 2001 | Part of 136th RSM in early days; member of USAFCOMSEC group. | |
| BUSCH, Gale E. | A1C | 2001 | 291x, Misawa 1953 | |
| BUSCH, Jerry T. | MSgt | 2019 | Airborne Polish linguist; Offutt | |
| BUSH, James | Col | 2001 | 1990 HoH member; USAFSS advocate @ Asst Sec Def/Intel. Burma in WWII. | |
| BUSH, Joseph "Joe" | Col | 1994 | Ops Off, USAFSS O'Timer; Cmdr Chicksands, Goodfellow, et al | |
| BUSHELLE, Brett K. | Unk | 2005 | 292 asgn Misawa 1955-60 | |
| BUSINGER, Harold | Maj? | 2015 | CC of Eckstein Det of 6913th, 1973-75; HQ USAFSS | |
| BUSSEY, Henry T., Jr. | MSgt | 1988 | 6924SS Ramasun 71-72. | |
| BUSWELL, Lyle Warren | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| BUTISTE, Herman J. | A1C | 1980 | Misawa 1955 | |
| BUTLER, Benjamin "Ben" | MSgt | 2019 | 205X0/203X0; 6912 Berlin, Hahn AB, 6944th Offutt; Polish linguist | |
| BUTLER, Jimmie Lee | CMSgt | 2016 | USAFSS and ESC, 1963-1984 | |
| BUTLER, Michael W. | A1C | 1999 | 292 asgn Misawa 1964-65 | |
| BUTLER, Ralph Q. | LtCol | 2009 | SIGINT/ElSec Officer; 6942nd CC/Ft Meade as final asgnmnt | |
| BUTLER, Terry L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BUTLER, Vernon S. "Steve" | CMSgt | 1994 | Ops; Cmd IG team, svc ETO, PAC; AFEWC, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| BUTT, Billy Keith | Unk | 2013 | 6911th RGM | |
| BUTTS, Joseph L. | SMSgt | 2019 | 294/205; Hof, Germany; Berlin, Germany; NSA retired civilian | |
| BUTZ, J. Marshall | GS | 1991 | Asgn AFSCC as analyst | |
| BYARD, Walter E. | SSgt | 1996 | Asgn Chicksands, Bremerhaven, San Vito, NSA in 50s and 60s. | |
| BYARGEON, Frederick Eugene | CWO | 2017 | 15 year USAFSS civilian; 23 year veteran | |
| Byars, Henry Whitfield | Major | 2025 | Hank enlisted in the USAF. obtained a Chinese Linguist certification through Yale University, and majored in Aeronautical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Hank then received his commission in the Air Force as an aviation maintenance officer and went on to manage both B-52 and B-1B bomber fleets under the Strategic Air Command. After retirement, he then went to work for Boeing in aviation maintenance and logistics, primarily assisting with aerial refueling platforms, Boeing’s light helicopter program, and development of the 777 aircraft. A proud veteran, Hank served 24 years in the Air Force, attaining the rank of Major before retirement. He served in Vietnam and earned numerous service awards including Meritorious Service Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Joint Service Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award with five Oak leaf Clusters, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, and a Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.//Obit – Neptune Society//Hank and I were in the same Chinese class at Yale. Our class was split up into 8- and 12-month groups, with Hank and I falling into the 8-month group. When one of the 12-month group volunteered out, Hank and I, with identical GPAs, shared that slot and graduated with the 12-month group. Later in Tech School and Texas, we were in the same class where we finished first and second and given our choice of assignments. We both chose Japan and the rest of the class was sent to Korea. We worked together in Japan. He was one of the good ones. //John Carlson// | |
| BYINGTON, Horatio E. | GS | 2001 | Worked for USAFSS/ESC/AIA for 35 years. | |
| BYLER, James | CMSgt | 2011 | USAFSS, E&I team, Vietnam 1969-70, retired 1972 | |
| BYNUM, Edward Jr | SSgt | 2009 | 292x, Misawa 1959 | |
| BYNUM, Terrell J. "Jessie" | Unk | 2007 | T3, Misawa 1977-78 | |
| CABRAL, Duarte Dumas "Duke" | Unk | 2018 | 1961-69; Chinese linguist; IFEL 1961-1965 | |
| CACCAVO, Edward S. | MSgt | 1990 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Sq Photographer; USAF 28 years | |
| CACIOPPO, Anthony J. | GS | 1996 | EW expert; EW R & D | |
| CAFFERTY, William H. | MSgt | 2017 | Korean and Vietnam vet; lifetime FTVA; Chinese Mandarin linguist and AAFES Chief of Safety | |
| CAFFEY, Phillip G. | A1C | 2003 | Misawa 1957 | |
| CAGLE, James "Jim" | LCol | 1987 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; Admin; Cmdr 6900 Spt Sqdn, Fkft, Ger | |
| CAHALANE, George R. | A2C | 2011 | 292x, Misawa 1960 | |
| Cahill, Lawrence G. | 2024 | Larry served as an Intelligence Officer for the USAF. The pair also had four children together: Edwin, Larry "Allan," Joseph, and John Cahill. Larry is survived by his brother, James Cahill, as well as all of his four beloved children and their spouses. //Obit – Salas Brothers Funeral Chapel// My father very proud of 20+ years in the Security Service. //Joe Cahill// Lawrence served in Da Nang, Vietnam. //USAFSS Facebook Page// | ||
| CAIN, Charles Lee | MSgt | 1986 | Need info please | |
| CAIN, Larney W. | SMSgt | 2003 | Russian 203 asgn Berlin early 70s. SNCO Academy instructor. | |
| Calabrese, Gary M. | A1C | 2022 | Gary proudly served in the USAF from 1956 to 1960. He spent his first two years in Washington, DC. and was stationed in Germany from 1958 to 1960 serving in the Engineering Department for the U.S. Air Force Security Service. | |
| CALDEEN, Phillip Kenneth | A2C | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| CALDERON, Philip | Unk | 2006 | Chinese linguist. | |
| CALE, Richard R. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| CALKINS, Richard M. "Dick" | CMSgt | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Brooks, Bremerhaven, et al | |
| CALL, Deanna Lynn | unk | 2015 | 205/1N5 - Beale AFB, Berlin, Korea, Alice Springs, AFCO (NSA) | |
| CALLAHAN, John B. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01,1958-07) | |
| Callahan, John P. | 2023 | According to Facebook post, John was stationed in Wakkanai, Japan, 1970 to 1971 / | ||
| CALLENDER, Harry J | MSgt | 1965 | 202 at Misawa, Goodfellow | |
| CALLEY, Kenneth D. | unk | 2014 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Callow, Bennett L. | 2019 | According to 6913th.org, "He served on C Flight at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM from 1958 to 1959." | ||
| CALLOWAY, Billy J (BJ) | SMSgt | 2011 | Enlisted '49, USAFSS 202/201, Brooks Filed '49, RAF Chicksand 51-54, Zweibrucken, HQ USAFSS - 70's | |
| CALMA, Frank B. | A1C | 2007 | Misawa 1955 | |
| CALVO, Manuel S. Sr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CAMBRIDGE, David J. | Capt | 2019 | 2007 Hall of Honor; Chinese linguist, became AF Intel officer | |
| CAMERON, ALLEN W. | A2C | 2008 | Misawa 67- | |
| CAMPBELL, Carl E. "Scotty" | TSgt | 2006 | Asgn Shu Lin Kou, NSA, Hq PACAF | |
| CAMPBELL, Chester J. | MSgt | 1998 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; Airborne Maint Tech; HQ, 6988; 6949; Ret 1972 | |
| Campbell, John R. | Colonel | 2022 | Colonel Campbell was a World War II Veteran. His beloved wife of 69 years, Grace Miller Campbell, predeceased him in 2015 at age 90. To help his family survive during the Great Depression, John left school at age 13 for a year to work with his father in a coal mine. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1943 and serve his country in the Second World War. Following training as a navigator on a B-24 bomber, John went to the European Theater in September 1944. Based in Lecce, Italy, he served on 33 combat missions with the 98th Bomb Group of the 15th Air Force. Just 20 years old, he was selected to serve as lead navigator for the formation on several of these missions, including Vienna which was protected by 2,200 flak guns. For the first few years after the war, John was a member of Air Transport Command transport crews, flying routes to Asia and Europe. From 1948-49 he participated in the Berlin Airlift, which delivered coal and food to Berlin after the Soviets cut off access. In 1950, John was on the crew that delivered the records of the Nazi War Crime Trials from Nuremberg to the World Court in the Hague. In December of that year, during the Korean War, he flew into combat conditions once again, participating in the evacuation of the beachhead at Hungnam. John's Air Force career continued with key roles during the Cold War. In 1952 he joined the 303rd Bomb Group of Strategic Air Command (SAC) as Observer, where he was responsible for being able to arm a nuclear warhead. The 3-man B-47 Stratojet crew he served on was awarded best bomber crew in SAC in 1953. With the development of cruise missiles John served on an Atlas Missile Crew. During the 1963 Cuban Missile Crisis, he was manning a silo under a cornfield in the Midwest, awaiting orders that thankfully never came. John served as the base commander at Karamursel Air Base, Turkey from 1969-70, and later he served as the Commander of Hof Air Station, a U.S. Air Force Security Service facility on what was then the border of West Germany, East Germany, and Czechoslovakia. Next, he was stationed at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio as the head of the Air Force Cryptologic Depot. For final posting in Germany, John served as deputy commander of Security Services in Europe at Ramstein AFB, where he was responsible for overseeing a group of American bases stretching from England to Turkey. John retired from the Air Force in 1975. John's military decorations include the Air Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, and the Legion of Merit. | |
| CAMPBELL, Rodger | Unk | 2006 | Russian linguist; asgn Rhein Main | |
| CAMPBELL, William N | Unk | 2007 | USAFSS vet | |
| CANAVAN, John E. | CMSgt | Unk | R20290, S&W Supvr; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| CANAVAN, Robert "Bob" | MSgt | 2005 | Russian linguist asgn Rhein-Main, Kadena, Wakkanai, Goodfellow, AFSCC | |
| CANAVEY, John W. "Jack" | unk | 2014 | 202 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, B flight 1958-59 | |
| CANFIELD, Leslie L. | CWO2 | 1992 | Asgn 10th RSM during the 50s; Bataan Death March survivor | |
| CANNARIATO, Thomas P. (Tom/Cadillac) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CANNINGTON, James W. Jr. | Unk | 1998 | 732XX Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| CANO, Lucio N. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-01) | |
| Cantrell, Richard W. | MSgt | 2024 | He enjoyed a successful 22-year career in the United States Air Force Electronic Security Command. He was a Vietnam War Veteran. His many tours of duty took him to Alaska, Thailand, Turkey, Japan, and multiple assignments within Texas. He retired as a Master Sargent in 1981 | |
| CANTRELL, William | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| CANUPP, Marvin S., Jr | TSgt | 2000 | USAFSS 1964-'84, Morse Opr, Supv, San Vito, et al; avid golfer | |
| CARAWAY, Charles R. | Unk | 1979 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| CARD, Mace A | Unk | 2010 | 292X - Misawa 1962 | |
| CARDEN, Jesse B. | MSgt | 2010 | NCOIC Criticom Maint on the Hill @ Misawa | |
| CARDENAS, John I. | Civ | 2012 | WWII Vet (Army), USAFSS, ESC ciivilian. HQ European Security Region, HQ ESC | |
| CARDONITA, Dominick (Dom) | CMSgt | 2012 | Public Affairs - Acitive Duty and Civil Servant - ESC 85-95, Randolph AFB, Lackland AFB, Phu Cat Ab, Vietnam, Nakhom Phanom Royal Thai Air Base, Ramstein and Wiesbaden, Germany | |
| CAREY, John J. | Col | 2012 | Cmdr 6981st, Elmendorf, Alaska | |
| CAREY, Robert E. | Unk | 2018 | Russian linguist, Turkey | |
| CAREY, Russell J., Jr | Col | 1999 | WWII /Viet Nam bomber pilot; numerous non-rated jobs in SS; Mason, Shriner, Daedalian | |
| CARGILL, Harris B. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-11) | |
| CARGILL, Roger D. | SSgt | 2017 | USAFSS Cryptologist, Romanian and Russian | |
| CARIGNAN, Hubert W. | Unk | 1999 | 203 asgn Misawa 1962 | |
| CARLE, Irwin | Unk | 2015 | ||
| CARLILE, Earle D. | CMSgt | 1997 | 29290; USAFSS Ol'Timer fm 1950; H of H member in '88; 33° Masons/Shriner | |
| CARLILE, Herman "Jerry" | LCol | 1996 | Ops Off; WWII ftr pilot, spec opns Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia | |
| CARLSON, Philip D. "Phil" | Col | 2006 | DCS/Plans & Ops @ Hq USAFSS; asgn PSR/Wheeler, HI, Det 2, 6994, Pleiku, VN | |
| Carlson, Ted, 1LT, USAFSS | 1LT | 2024 | Ted served as 1st Lieutenant in the United States Air Force and was enlisted 6 years as an Electrical Engineer. Ted first started his service at Tinker AFB, OK working on aircraft and became one of the key engineers working the B52 Autopilot System. He then transferred to Kelly AFB, TX where he served as an officer under the Air Force Security Service as 1st Lieutenant. Ted also served with the Operational Test & Evaluation team where he tested new aircraft systems to be fully operational along with maintaining current systems. Ted transferred back to Tinker AFB, where he selected CCTV products for Air Force Surveillance and Monitoring systems and was greatly praised for his efforts, improving the CCTV Logistic Support Plans and having consistently generated constructive AFCS engineering response beyond that they experienced in the past. | |
| CARLTON, William | Unk | 2013 | more info needed please | |
| CARMICHAEL, Clyde Sylvester | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CARNAHAN, Boyd I. | SMSgt | 1978 | 29290, USAFSS O'Timer fm 50's | |
| Carnes, Vince | 2025 | He joined the Air Force in 1964. He served as a Russian linguist at Indiana University in assignments such as Darmstadt, Germany, and Trabzon, Turkey. In 1968, he attended Syracuse University for intermediate Russian, where he met his wife Tandy Quinlan. They later went to Hof/Saale, West Germany. Eventually reaching the grade of Technical Sergeant, in January 1972 he had been selected for the “Bootstrap Commissioning Program” and attended the University of Nebraska (Omaha), where he earned a B.A. in American History (Russian Minor) in May 1972. Commissioned through Officer Training School that August, he was trained as a Signals Intelligence Officer with assignments to Goodfellow AFB, TX; Elmendorf, AFB, Alaska; the National \ Security Agency, Fort Meade, Maryland; and 1979-1984 as an Intelligence Staff Officer and a Senior Intelligence Analyst for the Air Force Assistant Chief of Staff/ Intelligence at NSA’s Friendship Annex. In 1978, he received an M.A. in Personnel Management from Central Michigan University. In June 1984, Vince became the Executive Officer of Air Force ROTC Detachment 150 at the University of Florida, where he served until his retirement from the Air Force as a Major with 23 years’ service in August 1987. From his Air Force career, he holds the Master Intelligence Badge and Headquarters Air Force Badge, and his decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal (1 OLC), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal (1 OLC), Good Conduct Medal (1 OLC), and numerous other unit and service awards. He was a life member of the Air Force Association and National Rifle Association; vice president of the North Florida Chapter, Association of Former Intelligence Officers (AFIO); National Military Intelligence Association; the Clan Grant Society; the Scottish-American Military Society (S A-M-S), and attended Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Vince is survived by his wife, Mary Tandy Quinlan; children: Vince Jr., Jeffrey (Jennifer); Heather (Christopher) Kosky, and Holly Carnes. //Obit – Forest Meadows Funeral Home// | ||
| CARNEY, Bert R. | Unk | 2016 | 202; Hakata - 6918th | |
| Carpenter, Dwight | SMSgt | 2021 | Dwight was married to Linda on August 23rd, 1969; they were married 51 years. Dwight retired from the United States Air Force in 1997 with a rank of Senior Master Sergeant, having served our country faithfully for 26 years, including through Desert Storm. He went on to work at L3 Communications for 15 years before retiring in 2012. | |
| CARPENTER, Edward | 1LT | 1993 | More info needed please, Cartographer WW II and Korea, Editor of Beale AFB Newspaper. | |
| CARPENTER, Floyd T. | A2C | 2009 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| Carpenter, Gary Keith | MSgt | 2025 | Gary's commitment to his country was evident through his 20 years of honorable service in the United States Air Force, where he attained the rank of Master Sergeant (Ret). Though Gary has departed from this earthly realm, the imprints of his laughter, wisdom, and unwavering faith remain with all who had the privilege of knowing him. As we bid farewell to Gary Carpenter, we do so with the assurance that he is now in the loving embrace of our Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love and service that will never be forgotten. A visitation will take place at 5:00 p.m., on Wednesday, September 17, //Obit - Porter Loring Mortuary West// Gary was part of the original MD Combat Apple corps at 6990th, Kadena AB, Okinawa. I first met him when I got to the 90th from my tour in Vietnam at the 6994th flying EC-47 missions. Gary was a seasoned MD TAC op and took me under his wing, training me to be a 7-op, the MD TAC position on the RC-135M birds. We were both SSgts at the time, but I was much older than Gary with much more service time. Still he did not let that influence him at all during my training. He was an excellent trainer who got me up to speed, certified, and eventually a Cat IV MD lead TAC op. I was still at the 90th when Gary returned from intermediate Viet language school and fit right back into the mission. I left 90th in late Sep '72 and never saw him again until many years later at a Fall of Saigon Party (FOSP) reunion in San Angelo back around 2010 or 2011. I don't recall, but he may have been at our FOSP reunion in Key West in 2015. Had not seen him since then. He did spend his entire career in USAFSS/ESC. He retired as a MSgt, residing in San Antonio. //William J. White// | |
| CARPENTER, Gene | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Shemya; Keesler instructor | |
| CARPENTER, Richard D. | 1Lt | Unk | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Motor Pool OIC | |
| CARPENTI, Arthur J. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) | |
| Carr, David J. | 2023 | He joined the USAF in 1963. While in the Air Force, Dave served primarily in Alaska as a Russian linguist. During his time in the Air Force, he learned to fly with the Aero Club and earned his pilot’s license. | ||
| CARR, Joe F. | Unk | 2000 | 292 asgn Misawa 1962-64 | |
| CARR, Terrance (Pappy) | unk | 2014 | X-1, Udom, Ramasan | |
| CARRERO, Lawrence W. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CARRIER, Herbert W. | A2C | 2004 | 702x Misawa 1962 | |
| CARRIER, Robert | CMSgt | 2006 | Asgn Vietnam as crypto tech | |
| CARROL, Roderick | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CARRUTHERS, ROBERT D. | Unk | 2000 | 292x Misawa 63-64 | |
| CARSON, Herbert E. | A1C | 1996 | Misawa 1955 | |
| Carson, Tracy Lynn | 2022 | Tracy lived a life full of adventure. She started her adventures by serving in the United States Air Force as a linguist, being stationed in California, Maryland, and South Korea. She had a passion for learning, helping her to obtain degrees in Communications and in Radiation Therapy. She also obtained her pilot's license at a young age. | ||
| CARSTENSEN, Harold T. | SMSgt | 2017 | Greenland, Alaska, Hawaii, Taiwan, Korea, and UK; HQ USAFSS | |
| CARSWELL, Eugene "Walter" | Unk | 2008 | One or original Hebrew linguists asgn 6916/Athens 1969-74 | |
| CARTER, Braxton | Col | 2000 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; SS DCS/LG in early 70's; Ret as USSAG/7AF | |
| Carter, Don Clyde | SSgt | 2023 | After high school, he entered basic training for the Air Force in Mississippi during the Korean War. He later worked in the Pentagon in Washington DC in the Air Force Security Service and ended with a top security clearance. From there he was stationed in Alaska working with top clearance security following U2 surveillance airplanes covering Europe. His tour of duty was at March Air Force as a Staff Sergeant | |
| CARTER, Donald W. | Unk | 2003 | 1950s vet of the 6910th. | |
| Carter, James H. | A1C | 2020 | Jim served in the Air Force during the Korean War with service in Wakkanai, Japan as a Russian linguist. He then graduated from Pittsburg State College in Kansas and received his Master’s degree from Florida Tech. Jim served his country for 40 years as a Crypto Analyst at the National Security Agency and taught History at FIT. According to James Carter. "James H. (Jim) Carter assignments included language studies Syracuse University 1951, Misawa and Wakannai Japan 1952-1953." | |
| CARTER, Louis Allen "Pete" | SMSgt | 2017 | 292X1, 202; New York, MS, Georgia, Texas, Alaska, CA, Vietnam, Nebraska, and Florida | |
| CARTER, Marshall S. | LGen | 1993 | Ops, Dep Dir CIA, Dir NSA '65; CS NORAD, et al | |
| CARTER, Thomas Bruce | MSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - Russian - Japan, Turkey, Germany and Ft Meade | |
| CASCIANO, John P. | Maj Gen | 2019 | 33 year intelligence officer; 1994-96 Commander, Air Intelligence Agency, and director, Joint Command and Control Warfare Center, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas; retired Air Staff Director of Intelligence | |
| CASE, Franklin "Frank" | SMSgt | 1972 | 20290 asgn AFSCC, San Vito, NSA; CMSgt select ret; NSA civ; former Marine | |
| CASE, William "Bill" | SSgt | 2004 | Asgn 6921st/Misawa, Japan; 6937th/Peshawar, Pakistan (1961-65) | |
| CASH, John R. "Johnny" | SSgt | 2003 | 292 Asgn 12th RSM/Landsberg, Germany, 1953-54. Country music legend. | |
| CASH, Paul P. | Unk | 197? | 202 asgn Misawa 1960 | |
| CASH, REGINALD A. | A2C | 1997 | 293x 58-59 | |
| Casper, Kenneth | Colonel | 2021 | He served from March 3, 1964 until his retirement on June of 1994. Kenneth married Mary Hutchinson Coppock on October 13, 1973. He has been a resident of San Angelo since 1982. He graduated with a degree in Russian, having worked all four years to pay for his tuition. Upon receiving his draft notice, he enlisted in the Air Force hoping to become a Russian linguist. The Air Force, in its greater wisdom, decided he would train as an intelligence analyst. His first assignment after graduating from OTS was to Goodfellow AFB for intel training. It was here that he first met his in-laws to-be when he was temporarily assigned to the Civil Engineering office, working for Greg Hutchinson (Lt. Col., USA Ret). Upon graduating from his class at Goodfellow, he went to Japan, Saigon, Viet Nam, and Ramstein AFB, Germany. During his Air Force career, he obtained a Master of Science in Education from University of Southern California, 1970. He returned to Goodfellow AFB in 1971 to manage the Officer's Open Mess. It was then that he renewed his friendship with the Hutchinsons, met his step-daughter-to-be, Lori Coppock Saxon and eventually his wife, Mary. Ken always told people that he did things backwards when acquiring a family; first meeting in-laws, daughter and finally his wife. Thanks to a number of Air Force and DOD moves the family made their final move to San Angelo and Ken began working as a civilian in the "Schoolhouse", retiring in September 1997 as Chief of Resources, 17TRG. Ken was a published author of over 31 novels of different genres, a contributing columnist to the Buffalo Gap News, Christian Reporter News, and other publications. According to Ron JJ Graham, "I was shocked to hear of Ken's passing. I had the pleasure of getting to know Ken while working with him at Goodfellow AFB many years ago. He was a proud veteran and patriot. I'll miss our chance meetings and engaging conversations about almost any topic. I'll keep Ken and his family in my thoughts and prayers. Rest easy, Airman." | |
| CASSADY, Frank J. | A2C | 2018 | Communications intercept/code breaking; Germany | |
| CASSIDY, Michael S. | Col | 2019 | Multiple USAFSS/ESC CC assignments, AFIC & AIA/DO | |
| CASTLE, Russell B. | CMSgt | 2006 | 292X1 later 202X0; msn supvr @ Landsbert, NCOIC tfc exploitation @ Danang 1970-71 | |
| Castleberry, Wendel Barry, SSgt, USAFSS | SSgt | 2022 | He was married to his loving wife, Adeline "Addie" M. Castleberry for 57 years. Wendel served in the United States Air Force from June 1960 to June 1968. He achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-5) and was stationed in Misawa, Japan in the U.S. Air Force Security Service; in Randolph AFB, Texas in Air Training Command; and in Arlington, Virginia in Defense Intelligence Agency; and retired as a systems analyst in Jacksonville, Florida at the Defense Mega Center, Naval Air Station on December 31, 1998. | |
| CASTLEMAN, Paul | MSgt | 1992 | Asgn Misawa | |
| CATHCART, James R. | A1C | 1999 | Misawa 1954 | |
| CATHEY, Hershell Thad | MSgt | 2006 | 292 asgn Korea | |
| CATROPPO, Anthony | MSgt | 1999 | 293x1 in Shiroi 57, 6924SS Ramasun 71-72. | |
| CAVAN, James B. | LtCol | 2005 | Need info please | |
| CAVENEE, Robert H. "Bob" | CMSgt | 2009 | Asgn Vietnam, Morocco, Korea, Germany, Taiway, Japan, Philippines, Newfoundland | |
| CAVOLAN, Eugene J. | Unk | 1998 | AFSS Ol'timer, COMSEC was his game | |
| CERNEY, Robert "Bob" | SMSgt | 1984 | Admin/Comptroller, Cmd Staff; 6900 SW, Fkft, Ger in 60's | |
| CERVIN, Kenneth R. | MSgt | 1996 | 202 @ Zweibrucken | |
| Chadwick, Daniel G. | SSgt | 2024 | Staff Sergeant Chadwick served during the Cold War as a linguist, learning Serbo-Croatian, and worked with the NSA and Intelligence community protecting our country. He was awarded an Air Medal among his other numerous commendations | |
| Chaika, Gary Allyn | SMSgt | 2020 | Gary served in the U.S. Air Force on "C/B" with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1955-58, and retired after 26 years as SMSGT. He played base level football and basketball. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 6992 and American Legion Post 254. | |
| Chamberlain, Ronald E. | A1C | 2023 | He entered the United States Air Force after graduation from high school. He was trained by the Air Force in Primary and Advanced Russian Studies at Syracuse University and in Cryptanalytical Studies at Goodfellow AFB, Texas. He served within the Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) during the height of the "Cold War”. He was in the European Theater during the Cuban Missile Crisis and erection of the Berlin Wall. Following information provided by Robert Jacobs: I first met Ron while we were both students in the Russian Studies program of the Air Force Institute of Technology at Syracuse University in 1959. Upon graduation, Ron was deployed to Bremerhaven, Germany. Ron separated from the USAF in 1963. | |
| CHAMBERS, Carlton "Carl" | MSgt | 2010 | 202X0 asgn Germany, Turkey, Italy, Taiwan, Vietnam | |
| CHAMBERS, JOHN W. | A2C | 2009 | Asgn Misawa 291x 52- | |
| CHAMBERS, Melvin Lee | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CHAMBERS, Webster Jr. | Unk | 1981 | Asgn Misawa 1962- | |
| CHAMBLEE, A.C. | CMSgt | 2010 | 292XX asgn 6989th, 6994th | |
| CHAMNESS, Charles G. | A1C | 2019 | Bremerhaven, Germany - Korean Conflict era | |
| CHAND, George E. | A1C | 2007 | Asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| CHANDLER, Bradley G. "Brad" | Unk | 2009 | Russian linguist asgn Goodfellow, San Vito, NSA | |
| CHANDLER, C. Lloyd "Zeke" | Unk | 2008 | Russian linguist asgn Wakkanai, Johnson 1952-54 | |
| CHANG, Douglas S. | Unk | 1998 | 292x1, T3 Misawa 1968-69 | |
| CHAPELLE, Conrad "Rod" "Tin Man" | Maj | 2016 | 6988th Scty Sq; prior enlisted, commissioned through BOOTSTRAP | |
| CHAPITAL, Harmon "Chap" | MSgt | 2005 | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| CHAPMAN, Charles L. | TSgt | 1985 | 292X1 Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| CHAPMAN, Gerald L | Unk | 2016 | ||
| CHAPMAN, William "Chap" | SMSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - RAF Chicksands, Goodfellow AFB, Kirknewton UK, Misawa, Iraklion, Crete | |
| CHAPMAN, William C. | CMSgt | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'timer; ditty bopper, Alaska, AFSCC, SEA to ESC Cmdr & DirNSA | |
| CHAPPELL, Everett W. | MSgt | 1977 | 1st Sgt 8th RSM Brooks 1949-53 | |
| CHARETTE, Joseph Anthony "Nonni" | TSgt | 2013 | Vietnam, 6987th, Danang, Shu Lin Kho, Keesler AFB, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CHARLEBOIS, Roland J. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-11) | |
| CHASE, Arthur O. "Art" | MSgt | 2015 | 294XX, 6949th, Offut AFB NE, Okinawa, Berlin, | |
| CHASE, Harlan A. | SSgt | 1983 | Misawa 1963- | |
| CHATLOS, Victor R. "Chat" | SMSgt | 2000 | 'Damn fine' 202 asgn CSG Ramstein, CSG Hq MAC, Misawa, Homestead | |
| CHEEK, John William Jr. | MSgt | 2019 | Vietnamese linguist; 22 year career, Goodfellow AFB, Clark AB; Hawaii, worked repatriation of Vietnam MIAs. Known as great pool player, school teacher, and minister | |
| CHEESEBORO, Andrew E. | MSgt | 2001 | Ol' Timer in USAFSS/ESC/AFIC/AIA. San Vito | |
| CHENEY, Richard P. | CMSgt | 2018 | Career Communications Intel professional | |
| CHERRY, Arthur R. | TSgt | 2007 | Misawa, 1966- | |
| CHESS, Edwin Ralph | MGen | 2000 | USAFSS Cmd Chaplin 1960, notable WWII and career achievements | |
| CHEVALLIER, Thomas M. | MSgt/GS | 2000 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, WWII Vet; career finished in AFCD | |
| CHEW, Robert S. "Bobby" | SMSgt | 2009 | 292X1 6990th original cadre; asgn Misawa, 6994th | |
| CHIAPPINI, George P. "Chuck" | GS | 1998 | USAFSS Ol'timer fm ASA, joined SS at Arlington Hall "49, then to Brooks AFB | |
| Chiavacci, Oliver G. | 2023 | He served 20 years in the USAF. His assignments included tours in France and Germany. He then became the Director of Data Processing at University Hospital for the next 23 years. | ||
| Chicorelli Danny M. | SMSgt | 2021 | Dan joined the United States Air Force in 1963 and served active duty for almost 30 years; assigned overseas in Germany, Thailand, Japan and England for nearly 25 years of his service. | |
| CHICOSKI, Kent A. "Chick" | CMSgt | 2018 | Cryptologic training giant; Goodfellow, Keesler, NSA; HQ USAF and AETC | |
| CHILDRESS, Jack | Sgt | 2019 | Korean and Vietnam vet, Arab linguist; discharged in 1968, career NSA | |
| CHILDRESS, Jesse | SSgt | 2012 | 310 FSS Buckley; Satellite and Cyber Systems operator | |
| Childress, Ronald Ron | Colonel | 2025 | He was a devoted husband and father with a deep commitment to his religious faith. Born in Florida as part of the post-World War II baby boom, he spent time in California and Virginia following his father, a career military man, as he moved from assignment to assignment. Col. Childress attended Cornell University, where he pledged Alpha Tau Omega and earned a degree in government in 1967. After Cornell, he joined the Air Force and served as an intelligence officer during the Vietnam and Gulf Wars. He was fluent in Russian and German. After thirty two years in the Air Force reserve, he retired as a Colonel in 1999. In between stints on active duty, he earned MA and PhD degrees in political philosophy at Harvard University. In 1978, he completed a law degree at the University of South Carolina and established a private practice in Columbia. He was recruited for several governmental projects focused on introducing Russians to the American economic and judicial systems. In 1993, his family accompanied him on a three-year tour in Moscow, Russia. He continued to work for the government in various capacities in Washington, DC before returning to Columbia to serve as staff attorney at the US District Court. He is survived by his wife, Susie, and his two sons, David (Stacie and Andrew (Dara). He was preceded in death by his father, Col. Peter M. Childress, and mother, Betty M. Childress, as well as his brother, Col. John S. Childress. //Obit www.legacy.com// Many condolences to Ron's complete family and all of his friends. Ron and I were in Air Force Intelligence together...He was a wonderful friend and cohort. Will remember him well and will miss him. Bob Dussault, AF 1966-1986. Air Force Civilian 1986-2000. //Robert G Dussault// | |
| CHILDS, Donnie | Unk | 2001 | Morse op asgd San Vito, Crete, Turkey, Chicksands. Quadraplegic fm swim accident | |
| CHILDS, Ray | Unk | 2017 | Vietnam-era Russian linguist; Feb 69 - Aug 71 6990th SS, Kadena AFB, Okinawa; 14 Op on the RC135M's, and a 2 Op on the RC130's when TDY at Cam Ranh Bay, Viet Nam [6 times]; About 195 RC-135 missions and 65 RC-130 missions. About 4,500 - 5,000 hours. Claim to fame: Flew next to honorees Red Haire and Mike Doty many times | |
| CHIPMAN, John C. "Chip" | Maj | 2008 | Russian linguist asgn Incirlik; AECP @ Syracuse U. Other asmts included 6990th, 6949th, Pentagon, USFK/Seoul, tour with ADC, 6916th/Athens, NSA & Det 2/Greenville, TX. | |
| CHISNEHALL, David Bruce Sr. | CMSgt | 2015 | 207X2 - TUSLOG Det 94-1, Karamusel, TU (1963-64) 6922nd Security Wing, Clark AB, PI (1967-69) 6950th Security Group, RAF Chicksands, UK (1969-73) 6933rd Security Wing, Medina Annex, TX, 6917th, San Vito, Italy (70's) 3482nd Tech Trng Sq, Corry Station, FL | |
| CHRISTEN, Roy E. | A1C | 1995 | Misawa 1955 | |
| CHRISTENOT, Gary Brian | Maj | 2018 | Linguist and intel officer; Offutt, Athens, Hurlburt | |
| CHRISTENSEN, Harry | Unk | 2005 | Need info please | |
| CHRISTIAN, Charles B. | Maj | 1998 | Civilian Tech Advisor at Goodfellow, military career - Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, Kentucky, California, Missouri, Wisconsin, Virginia and Germany | |
| CHRISTIAN, James Benzil | SSgt | 1987 | RU Linguist, Det. 1 6949th, Howard AFB Panama around 1984-1985 | |
| CHRISTOFFERSON, Charles A. | unk | 2015 | 292 - Charlie Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1971-72 | |
| CHRISTOPHER, Tony | Unk | 2001 | Asgn Misawa in early 80s, Hq. | |
| Chriswell, Philip Gary | 2025 | Phil left high school on his 17th birthday to enlist in the U. S. Air Force. He was chosen to serve in the U.S.A.F. Security Service and received a top-secret security clearance. USAFSS was tasked with gathering intelligence on potential enemy countries. He spent his last year 1955-1956 with the National Security Agency (N.S.A.) which was created in November 1952 by executive order of President Truman. Phil was proud to have had the opportunity to serve his country from 1952 until 1956, and believed he was fortunate to have had such an interesting tour of duty. Survivors include one daughter, Lee Anna. //Obit – Cloverdale Funeral Home// | ||
| CHUKNICK, Merle | SMSgt | 1997 | Operations/Msn Spt, Cmd Staff, Turkey & Japan | |
| CHULICK, John "Big Jack" | Unk | 2018 | CW Operator | |
| CHURCH, Darryl F. | SMSgt | 1998 | Asgn Zweibrucken, Kelly | |
| CHVOSTAL, Paul J. | SSgt | 1997 | Misawa 1950 | |
| CICAK, Peter | MSgt | 2001 | B24 radioman WW II. Flew the hump >100 times | |
| CICHOCKI, Frank W. | A3C | 2003 | 702XX asgn Misawa 1952- | |
| CIEPIELA, Wayne R. "Cip" | MSgt | 2003 | 292X2 @ Chicksands, Osan, Pensacola, Iraklion, Clark | |
| CIMAGLIA, Egidio E., Jr. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. | |
| CIOLEK, ROBERT R. | Unk | 1986 | 203 asgn Misawa 60-61 | |
| Cissel, Jerry | CMSgt | 2024 | Jerry enlisted in the United States Air Force, beginning his military career at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California. Trained as a Russian linguist and technician, Jerry’s military career would take him to Korea, Crete, Germany, Scotland, and Texas. His first operational assignment was during the Korean War, where he became well known for his abilities as a linguist and leader, and his positive impact on young airmen. Jerry served most of his career in the Air Intelligence Agency (AIA), and in 1996 he was one of eight former members of the AIA to be inducted into its prestigious Hall of Honor. Jerry retired from the service in 1969, as Chief Master Sergeant, from Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. During his service in | |
| CISSELL, Ronald J. | A2C | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Misawa (1960-), Wakkanai | |
| CLAIR, Carl F. | LtCol | 2008 | CO of T2 Misawa 1960, Ops Off Augsburg, Chicksands 1970s, NSA 1978 | |
| CLAIR, JOHNSTON A. JR. | A1C | 2013 | 293x2, Misawa 1955-57 | |
| CLAIRE, Johnston A. Jr. "Turk" | MSgt | 2013 | 202, EC-47, 26 year AD, 16 years civil service, 6948th ESS (M) 78-80, NCOIC - DOV, San Antonio, 6994th at NKP | |
| CLAPP, John | Unk | 2006 | USAFSS 1st RSM vet | |
| Clapper, Susan T. | 2023 | Spouse of Lt Gen (ret) James R. Clapper Jr. (FTVA Hall of Honor Inductee 1993)She worked for the National Security Agency and married James R. Clapper Jr., at the Ft. Meade Post Chapel on April 24, 1965. Jim and Sue served for over 32 years in the Air Force, retiring in September of 1995. They managed 23 moves during Jim’s career. Sue was a major contributor to the successes he enjoyed during his career. She was a dedicated volunteer wherever she was stationed, often spending her time working in schools or striving to improve family life for military families. Sue was the epitome of service to country, her community and Jim, which continued during his subsequent 16 years as a civilian in the government. | ||
| CLARENCE, Jon David "Jack" | unk | 2016 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1968-72 | |
| CLARK, Charles, Jr "Chuck" | Col | 1993 | Ops Off; Ret as CS AFSS | |
| CLARK, Frank M. Jr. | unk | 2013 | Alaska, Syracuse, Nuremburg - Germany, San Antonio, Ft Meade, Turkey, Beale AFB, Wakkaina - Japan, Danang - Vietnam, Hawaii, San Angelo | |
| CLARK, Lloyd C. | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1963-65 | |
| CLARK, Renona | GS | 1991 | Secretary to Cmdr MajGen O'Shaughnessy | |
| CLARK, Walter L. | Col | 2005 | Served as IG; also asgn Vietnam, Bitburg, TX, AK, CA, MA | |
| CLARY, Robert L. "Bob" | SMSgt | 1999 | 292 @ Elmendorf, Darmstadt, Chicksands, Seoul, Kelly, Goodfellow, NSA | |
| CLAUS, Warren G. | MSgt | 1994 | Comm; USAFSS Ol'Timer; Cmd Hq, 6970, Crete, Taipei, Taiwan, Chicksands | |
| CLAXTON, Nolan V. | CMSgt | 1992 | asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 28 years; buried Nat Cemetary Sante Fe | |
| CLEGG, John C. III | Sgt | 2000 | 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| CLEMENS, Gerald L. | Sgt | 2004 | 202X0 Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| CLEMONS, Ray | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1953-55 | |
| CLEVER, Louis J. | TSgt | 1969 | EC-47 Morse Intcpt Supervisor killed during combat mission over Laos | |
| CLIANG, Marcel H | Unk | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| CLINE, Robert "Bob" | CMSgt | 2003 | Ops Supt @ Brady/66-68; Osan/70-72. 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Far East icon & great story teller. | |
| CLINKSCALES, Thomas C. | unk | 2010 | 203, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1958-59 | |
| CLINTON, George Henry IV "Skip" | MSgt | 2017 | MIMI (Skivvy Nine), HQ ESC/Comfy Olympics Dev Team; | |
| CLYMER, Jack W. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07) | |
| COACHMAN, William H. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| COAKLEY, Richard A. | Unk | 2010 | 35 yrs in USAFSS; need addl info pls | |
| COBB, Billy | Unk | 2011 | Morse Intercept Op, 3rd RSM, Naknek Alaska, 1952-53, NSA 1954 | |
| Cobb, John S. | 2022 | John joined the military following a long line of ancestral service men. He was a direct descendent of General Jacob Bayley, a pivotal player in the American Revolutionary War. He, like his three brothers, all joined the armed services, as did two of his grandchildren. He enlisted and served in the National Guard (1951-1952); enlisted and served in the Army (1953-1955); and enlisted and served in the Air Force (1955-1973). His Air Force assignments began at Mitchel AFB (West Hempstead LI, NY; 1955-1959). He moved his young family to U.S. Security Service Command (Bremerhaven, Germany; 1959-1962). He was stationed next at Griffiss AFB (Rome NY; 1962-1966). He also served in Danang, Vietnam (1966-1967). He then moved to his next assignment at Iraklion AFB (Crete, Greece; 1968-1969): one of his favorite assignments – settled sweetly on the Mediterranean Sea. Upon their return to the States, he served at the Office of the Joint Chief of Staff (Washington DC, 1969-1972) while his family returned to their home in New Hampshire. He was then stationed at Hanscom AFB (Bedford, Massachusetts; 1972-1973) where he retired from the USAF. | ||
| Cobb, Joseph L. | 2022 | A World War II veteran, "Joe" moved his family to San Antonio in 1965 to begin his long and distinguished civilian career with the U.S. Air Force Security Service, a military agency that played an important, classified role in national defense during the Cold War years. Working from the Air Force Cryptologic Depot at Kelly Air Force Base, Joe travelled extensively around the globe for the installation and support of electronic arrays that monitored voice and electronic signals from countries of interest. He took great pride in his work, keeping a small plaque on his desk that read, "If you work for a man, by God work for him." After his retirement in 1990 as Chief of the Engineering Branch, 6968th Alteration Installation Squadron in what was then known as the Electronic Security Command, Joe was awarded the Meritorious Civilian Service Award for his career-long "outstanding dedication and exemplary performance of duty." Joe volunteered for military service during World War II. The U.S. Navy introduced him to electronics – his ultimate career – sending him through radio school in San Diego in 1943. He served as a radioman, serviced Navy airplanes on the island of Saipan, and was honorably discharged in December 1945 | ||
| COBB, Lawrence Jr. (Larry) | CMSgt | 2013 | AMT - more info please | |
| COBB, Tye | CMSgt | 2014 | First Sgt and personnel manager | |
| COBBLE, James H. | MSgt | 2010 | 30 yrs service, 6952nd Kirknewton 1959-1962 | |
| COBBLE, James P. "Jim" | MSgt | 1991 | 202 asgn Elmendorf, 6924th, 6950th, 6952nd. | |
| COBURN, Skip | Unk | 2015 | ||
| COCCUS, Jerry T. | Unk | 2003 | 771XX asgn Misawa 1955- | |
| COCHRAN, Archie L. | SSgt | 2002 | 202X0/Analyst asgn 41st RSM/6913th (Bremerhaven) | |
| COCHRAN, David H. | Unk | 2005 | 202 asgn Samsun as msn supvr | |
| Cochran, Richard Kenneth | SSgt | 2019 | He served 20 years in the United States Air Force and then returned to San Angelo, Texas. During his service to our country, he served 2 tours of duty in Vietnam and was a proud Veteran. | |
| COCKMAN, Frederick | LtCol | 2009 | Asgn Zweibrucken 1965-68, Danang early 70s, Turkey, Philippines | |
| Coffey, Crystal Blanche | 2025 | In 1955 she began employment with the USAF Security Service and served for 10 years in positions in the AFSCC and 6960th Security Squadron. Upon leaving Civil Service. | ||
| COFFIELD, Leland R. | Unk | 1989 | Need info please | |
| COFFIN, Allan H. | UNK | 1971 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 66-67 | |
| COFFLAND, Lewis F. "Lou" | CMSgt/GS | 199? | Ol'Timer 202XX; Analyst; retired out of AFSCC | |
| COFFMAN, Alton B. | Unk | 1996 | Security Police asgn Misawa 1951- | |
| COGGESHALL, Kenneth W. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| COHENOUR, Brian "Conehead" | MSgt | 2018 | A208XX, 6916th, EW TAFT - Riyadh SA; DESERT SHIELD/STORM vet | |
| COIRA, Louis E. | MGen | 2009 | Commander Hq USAFSS; Vice Commander 5th AF; HoH 1985 | |
| COLBY, Carlton F. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| Cole, Brenna | Maj | 2024 | On a bright Sunday afternoon, Brenna was jogging with her dog Daisy when she was tragically struck by oncoming traffic while using a crosswalk. She is survived by her husband Kane Pickrel, parents Tom and Linda Cole; brother Adam Cole, his wife Myriah, and nephew Winston; and sister Lindsey Cole. She graduated from Baylor University summa cum laude with a degree in Mathematics, a minor in Spanish, and was awarded Baylor JROTC’s highest honors. Brenna never rested. When an opportunity to experience something new or enrich herself was available, she took advantage of it. For example, when there was a gap between graduation and active duty, she spent a month walking the Camino De Santiago across Spain. From there she embarked on her military career, beginning her first assignment at Keesler AFB (MS) and eventually Nellis AFB (NV) where she learned the foundations of leadership, military strategy, and serving her fellow wingmen. Pursuing her career goals, Brenna studied at the Air Force Institute of Technology, earning a Master's in Cyber Operations with distinguished honors and conducted research in quantum computing. At Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (TX), she began a highly selective program that resulted in her leading a strategic operations team that has an important role in national security. Her professional achievements were matched only by her vibrant spirit and boundless compassion. Brenna poured into others in every aspect of life, whether volunteering, engaging in sports, leading Bible studies, or mentoring fellow Airmen. She radiated joy and kindness to all she encountered, from close friends and family to perfect strangers. | |
| COLE, Dennis B. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| COLE, Robert Calvin | unk | 2003 | original cadre of the 41st Radio Squadron, Mobile, Bremerhaven GE | |
| Coleman, Gerald | MSgt | 2020 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force in May of 1949. Jerry began his USAF career in Europe as a linguist, speaking several languages including Russian, & German. He finished his career doing what he loved, flying. As a Loadmaster. He completed several tours of duty flying combat missions during the Vietnam War. MSGT Coleman was very proud of being a veteran, and especially of his service in Viet Nam. He often remembered and spoke of his service brothers that did not make it home. He retired with 27 years of service as MSGT. After his military career he worked in Saudi Arabia for Lockheed-Martin for 12 years. | |
| COLEMAN, Roy C. | CMSgt | 2018 | UK, Okinawa, Phillippines; Vietnam Era | |
| COLEY, Donald D. "Bob" | MSgt | 1998 | 202XX; AFEWC when retired | |
| COLEY, Lucius Milburn, Jr. | Maj | 2015 | Guam, Korea, Ellington AFB, Mather AFB, Elmendorf AFB, Kessler AFB, Lackland AFB, and Kelly AFB at HQ USAFSS M.A.R.S. Director | |
| COLFER, Joseph B. | Maj | 2007 | 1st RSM, Misawa 1954 | |
| COLGAN, Delwin E | Unk | 2001 | Assigned Misawa | |
| COLLIER, Claude R. | Unk | 1982 | SS Ol'Timer; Morse Intcpt Opr; Brooks AFB; 41st RSM Bremerhaven, Ger 1952-54 | |
| COLLIER, John A. "Jack" | TSgt | 2007 | USAF Security Policeman asgn Japan, Turkey, England, Vietnam | |
| COLLINS, B.D. | GS | 1989 | Ol'Timer; Cmd Hq, AFSCC, et al | |
| Collins, James J. | 2023 | After enlisting in the USAF, he attended the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) Language Program in Syracuse, NY, before serving overseas with USAFSS (6988th Security Squadron). | ||
| COLLINS, John S. | SSgt | 2020 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1964-10; 3 striper AMS, DFC; 6988th C-130Bs; SILVER DAWN operational vet | |
| COLLINS, Lillian (Pinkie) | GS | 2011 | Civilian Security Specialist - 30 year service with USAFSS | |
| COLLINS, Norman Willoughby | Unk | 2017 | 6922nd SS (Vietnam era) | |
| COLLINS, Paul E. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1953- | |
| Colon, Daniel | TSgt | 2021 | According to Joseph Figueroa, "Danny was a Spanish Linguist and one of my first supervisors when I arrived in Panama in 1985. Even after change in raters, he continued to mentor me during our graveyard transcription shifts and hanging out in Panama together". | |
| Colon, Jorge D., MSgt (ret), USAFSS *** FTVA Lifetime Member 8 | MSgt | 2022 | Jorge David enlisted USAF at the age of 17 and completed basic training in upstate New York in 1954. He traveled to Germany, France, Turkey, Alaska and around the US. Jorge was married to his first wife Donna Collins. He was then stationed in Ankara, Turkey where he became a father for the first time. His next station was at Key West where child number two made an entrance. After being stationed at three separate air force bases in Florida, his next station was in Omaha, Nebraska. Retiring in 1976, Jorge then moved on to California. Though his first marriage ended, his children can attest that he was a solid presence in their lives. In California, Jorge David completed his Associates Degree in Cupertino, California. He met and married his second wife Patricia Marcella Rodriguez in 1980. After a stint in the Post Office, Jorge David gained employment on the civilian side of government. Thus began the 2nd half of his travels around the world. In this next stage of employment, Jorge was stationed or did temporary assignments in Spain, Peru, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Colombia. His line of work was extremely interesting and he was immensely proud of all that he accomplished, as he should have been. Throughout his time in the military and the gov't., he amassed friends from all over the world. He would gather at yearly reunions to stay connected, the last of which (that he attended) was in 2019. | |
| COLTMAN, Bill | Col | 1974 | 6901st SAWD. F-111 crash. | |
| COLTMAN, William | Col | 1972 | Pilot F111 - OIC OPN AW (SAWD 2) 6901st SCG, Zweibrucken, W. Germany 1964-1966 | |
| COLWELL, Leonard E. | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'timer from '50's, 304XX maint, Turkey, Alaska, San Angelo, Thailand, NSA, et al | |
| COMBS, Orbin B. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| COMEAUX, Paul C. | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| COMER, Lloyd Clarence | MSgt | Unk | 7011th PPS, Brenehaven | |
| COMES, Thomas E. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| COMMER, Ilah M. (Peewee/Pete) | Unk | 2009 | USAFSS 1951-55, Radio Mechanic (A Trick), 41st RSM, Bremerhaven | |
| COMPHER, Franklin E | TSgt/GS | 2005 | Asgn Nha Trang/EC-47s, Offutt/RC-135s. Shot down in SEA. 20-yr NSA civ | |
| COMPTON, Charles R. "Charlie" | GS | 2003 | Russian linguist/analyst asgn Bremerhaven, Wakkanai. 30 years with NSA. | |
| CONDE, Steven | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist - Offutt | |
| CONDON, William J. | GS | 1986 | Need info please | |
| CONIGLIARO, Michael G. | Unk | 2015 | 6918th RSM | |
| Conklin, Dennis J. | 2021 | Dennis enlisted in the US Air Force at 17, where he was selected for Chinese Language training by Robert Tharp, founder of the Yale Institute of Far Eastern Languages, an affiliate of NSA and the US Air Force Security Service. Following IFEL graduation in 1957 and four years of intelligence work in Taiwan for USAFSS, Dennis toured the far east with his friends. He was particularly fond of old Taipei for its tottering buildings and Dickensian cast of residents. | ||
| CONLIN, John C. | LCol | 1986 | Need info please | |
| CONN, Worth R. | Unk | 2007 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1968- | |
| CONNALLY, William H. (Muffin) | SSgt | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04, 1959-05,1962-04) 6987th, Taiwan. Later commissioned. | |
| CONNEL, Joseph | SMSgt | 2015 | 29292 - Darmstadt and Hoff, GE, Crete | |
| CONNELL, Don | Unk | 2005 | AMT asgn Rhein Main, Korea, Vietnam. E-Sys/L-3 Director Testing Dept | |
| CONNELLEY, Martin Henry | MSgt | 2017 | 292XX, 6918th RSM - Hakata; | |
| CONNER, Michael R | SSgt | 1970 | ARDF opr killed in EC-47 shot down over Vietnam | |
| CONNER, William F. | Amn | 1956 | ACRP/Chinese linguist; killed in accidental shooting @ Yokota AB, Japan | |
| CONNOR, William F. | Amn | 1956 | Chinese linguist. Killed in accidental shooting @ Yokota AB, Japan | |
| CONNORS, Henry N. "Hank" | CMSgt | 2009 | Chinese linguist; grnd/abrn asgn Kadena; Combat Apple AMS; PYDO, 6987th, 6924th, HQ ESC/DOFA in 1983 | |
| Connors, Patrick J. | CMSgt | 2024 | In 1961 he enlisted in the United States Air Force. During the Vietnam War, he was a senior air crew member with several thousand flying hours as a crew member on-board reconnaissance aircraft. After returning from Vietnam, he received an Associate Degree in Communications Processing Management in 1978, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland in 1982. In addition to numerous technical schools, Pat graduated from the Alaskan Air Command Noncommissioned Leadership School, Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska in 1966, the United States Air Force Security Service Noncommissioned Officers Academy, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas in 1977, and the Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officers Academy, military training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Pat spent nine months at the Air Force Institute of Technology’s basic Russian Language School, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, and then attended technical training at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas. Following assignments to Zweibrucken, Germany, and Northeast Cape Air Station, St. Lawrence Island, Alaska, Pat returned to Syracuse for intermediate Russian language training. An assignment to Elmendorf AFB, Alaska was followed by Hungarian language training at the Defense Language Institute, Monterey, California. Pat met his wife of 52 years, Nila J. Scarf, in 1971 while he was stationed at Offutt Air Force Base. They were married on June 24, 1972, and had two daughters, Jennifer and Kristin. Two assignments flying RC-135 aircraft from Offutt AFB, Nebraska were separated by a long tour at Kadena AFB, Okinawa, Japan. In 1978, Pat and his family were assigned to the U.S. Embassy, Moscow, U.S.S.R. in the Defense Attache System. They then returned to the United States and spent three years at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Two additional assignments in the Attache System, one in Belgrade, Yugoslavia and one in Ottawa, Canada were preceded by Serbo-Croation language training at the Department of State Foreign Service Institute in Washington D.C. From Canada, Chief Connors was transferred to Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming where he retired on August 1, 1991. | |
| CONSOLVER, Sherman "Tank" | Sgt | 1969 | Opr/ASRP @ Eielsen; killed aboard RC135 RIVET AMBER lost in Bearing Sea crash | |
| CONTOS, Constantin E. | Unk | 1999 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Chinese linguist | |
| CONTRARES, Manuel | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| CONTRERAS, Henry "Hank" Jr. | MSgt | 2017 | Chinese linguist, IFEL 1961-07; Airborne Russian linguist; QB for numerous squadron and USAFE football teams | |
| Conway, Richard A. | A1C | 2022 | He graduated in 1950 from Clayton Central High School in Clayton, N.Y. and went on to serve in the USAFSS as an Airman 1st Class during the Korean War from 1950 to 1954. He served in Okinawa, Japan and was stationed in Myrtle Beach, S.C. as a radio intercept operator | |
| CONYNE, Reed C. Jr | MSgt | 1998 | USAFSS Ol'timer; Army Sig Corp into SS in Masawa, Germany & Cmd Hq | |
| COOK, Bobby G. | Unk | 1994 | Electronic Maint | |
| COOK, Jack D. Jr | Unk | 2011 | 292X T2 1978-1980 | |
| COOK, James E. "Jim" | CMSgt | 2006 | 205 asgn Wakkanai, Hof, Taiwan, Hawaii, Eileson, Ft Meade, Hq USAFSS | |
| COOK, Joseph J. | MSgt | 2016 | Chinese linguist; Det 1, 6988th SS | |
| COOK, Marvin K, | MSgt | 2018 | 292XX 6918th Hakata 1962-65; Army boxer, Golden Gloves welterweight champ | |
| COOK, Oren E. (Gene) | CMSgt | 2011 | Instructor - Goodfellow AFB, Europe and Far East tours | |
| COOK, Richard R. | A1C | 2019 | Germany 1961-65 | |
| COOK, Robert B. (Butch) | Unk | 2012 | more info needed | |
| COOKE, Joseph T. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-09) | |
| COOKE, Norman D. | SSgt | 2004 | 6990 ABS San Antonio | |
| COOKSEY, Sammy D. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn 6924th/Danang & Ramasun 1968-69. | |
| COOL, Bradley D. | CMSgt | 2015 | RU Linguist, RC-135 flyer, Op Supt, Eielson AFB 1980's | |
| COOLEY, David L. | SMSgt | 2012 | 202; Ft Meade, Hahn, Sembach, Homestead | |
| Cooley, Hiram Lindal “L.C.” | SMSgt | 2019 | Mr. Cooley was a USAF Veteran serving multiple tours in Vietnam and serving in the security services. He retired from the Air Force in 1984. Airborne linguist, multiple Vietnam tours; European theater | |
| COONEY, Jack B. | Col | 1985 | Opns Staff Officer | |
| COOPER, Ed "Coop" | Unk | 2003 | TA section worker | |
| COOPER, John J. | Unk | 2004 | Comm Center asgn Misawa 1967-72 | |
| Cooper, Neal B. | MSgt | 2023 | Neal served 20 years in the US Air Force, He served as flight instructor, became fluent in Mandarin Chinese and he flew thousands of combat hours during the Vietnam war and on missions during the cold war. | |
| Cooper, Neal Burk | SMSgt | 2023 | Following information provided by Bob Cotti: Neal and I flew together in Southeast Asia and after retiring from the Air Force travelled to some unique places (Berlin, Tel Aviv, London, Thailand, and all over the US). He will be missed by his many Air Force friends and business associates from E-Systems/Raytheon. Following information provided by Bert Turner: Neal was a SMSgt and Chinese Linguist. | |
| COOPER, Phyllis | GS-13 | 2011 | Computer programmer 1965-1980 USAFSS and 1980-2002 ESC, AFIC, AIA | |
| COOPER, Robert N. | Capt | 2016 | New York, Mississippi, Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, Guam, Nebraska, Texas, and California assignments; prior enlisted MSgt before commissioning. | |
| COOPER, Thomas P. "Hank" ' | CMSgt | 2001 | USAFSS Ol'timer, dittieboper, 41st RSM(6913), Cmd Hq(DO) in DOC Comm, et al | |
| COOPER, WOODROW H. | Unk | 1997 | 771 SP asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| COPAS, RICHARD W. | Unk | 2003 | 293 asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| COPITHORNE, Walter R. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn Anchorage in early 60s | |
| COPLEY, Carmen C. | CMSgt | 1976 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, WWII Rad Opr, 29290, Pacific, Germany, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| CORBETT, Brooks | SSgt | 2008 | 207X1 asgn 6981st/381st/Elmendorf AK until 1996 then Korean & NSA | |
| CORBIN, Norman T. | A3C | 2000 | 293X - Misawa 1952 | |
| CORCORAN, Leonard T. | CMSgt | 2003 | USAFSS 28 years (Chicksands 50s/60s/70s) & NSA 15 years; retired 1998. | |
| CORK, Robert W. | Unk | 2010 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1952-54 | |
| CORMIER, Donald | Unk | 2003 | Need info please | |
| CORNEIL, Bernard A. Jr | A1C | 2004 | 293x1 in Shiroi 1957 | |
| CORNELL, Gordon "Gordie" | SMSgtr | 2009 | Hq USAFSS/ESC briefer, staff & Dir/Education at NCO Leadership School, Goodfellow | |
| CORNETT, Norman S. | SSgt | 2011 | Misawa, 1975-77 | |
| CORNETTE, Earl M. | Col | 1998 | 33-yrs AF; WW-II; Korean Conflict; Vietnam | |
| CORNMAN, James David | Unk | 2012 | AMT; 6988th Yakota, 6916th Rhein Mein, 6949th and SAC, Luke AFB | |
| CORNOYER, Chester C. | CMSgt | 1985 | Need info please | |
| Corrado, John J. | SSgt | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF and in 1959 & 1964 he attended Yale University Institute of Far Eastern Languages to study Mandarin Chinese and graduated 2nd in his class both times. He served a total of 8 years in the US Air Force Security Service as a Chinese interpreter/translator and flew numerous missions. He was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant in 1968. | |
| CORREA, Leroy E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CORRERO, Lawrence W. | Unk | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata AB, JA | |
| CORRIGAN, James Lawrence "Jim" | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-07, 1954-03) | |
| CORRYN, John P. | Unk | 2014 | First "airborne" radio tech in the Far East, Det 12, 1st RSM, Wakkanai - Japan, Hokkaido - Japan, Yokota - Japan, Det 1, 6924th RSM, Yokota | |
| Corsaut, Keri M. | 2023 | Keri joined the United States Air Force, where she trained and served as an Arabic linguist at the Defense Language Institute in Monterrey, California. Keri served in USAF Intelligence until 2010 | ||
| CORSBIE, Danny G. | Unk | 2002 | USAFSS 6913th vet as 292 in late 50s. Active in unit athletics (basketball/baseball). | |
| COTE, Robert A. "Bob" | TSgt | 2000 | 292 asgn 6910th, 6911th, 6927th, 6947th. Ret 1969. | |
| COTTERAL, George M. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| COTTON, Jerome | Unk | 197X | AMT asgn 6916/Rhein Main, Offutt | |
| COTTON, John J. | A1C | 1984 | Misawa 1954 | |
| COTTON, Larry Walter | A2C | 1991 | 292x, Misawa 1960 | |
| COULSON, Robert Lynd | unk | 2014 | 201 - Daze flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1961-64; USAFSS airborne Chinese linguist with assignments to the Far East and Goodfellow. 10-20 Jan 1958 Clark AFB, P.I.(Wing), Jan 58 - Apr 59 Shulinkou Air Stn/Taiwan, May 59 - Dec 59 Goodfellow AFB, TX (Perm Party), Jun 61 - Jun 64 Brady Air Base, Japan (Fukuoka), Jun 64 - Jun 69 Kadena Air Base/Torii Stn (JSPC), Okinawa, Jul 69 - Dec 69 Medina AFB (Lackland Annex), San Antonio, Jan 70- Jul 74 Kadena Air Base/Torii Stn (JSPC/USA-68), Dec 74 - Jul 75 Osan Air Base, Korea, Jul 76 - Jul 79 Kadena AB/Torii Stn (6990th SS/Flying Status) Jul 79 - Jul 82 Fort Meade, MD | |
| COULTAS, Raymond L. | CMSgt | 2015 | Lifetime FTVA | |
| COURVILLE, Anthony W. | SMSgt | 2006 | 292X1 asgn Kirknewton 1958, Misawa 1972; San Angelo vet counsellor | |
| COURVILLE, Rene Edward | Unk | 2012 | Russian linguist, Berlin 1968-1970 | |
| COUVION, Roy | CMSgt | 2002 | Ground maint radio tech asgd Elmendorf, Taipei, Crete (72-73) | |
| COVER, Oliver J. | Maj | 1995 | Opns Admin; Cmd DCS/P&P, 23-yrs USAFSS & NSA | |
| COVINGTON, Hugh L. | Unk | 2004 | 202x, Misawa 1963-65 | |
| COWARD, James B | Lt Col | 2015 | D-Day Veteran - USAFSS - Korea, Japan, and Okinawa | |
| COWEN, Gordon M. | A1C | 1991 | Misawa 1955 | |
| Cox, Albert G. | 2023 | In 1950 Jerry enlisted to serve in the United State Air Force, where he served in Germany in the 2nd Radio Squadron Mobile, focused on running radio intercepts. Jerry was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Occupation Medal (Germany) during his service in the US Air Force. After being honorably discharged from the USAF Jerry attended college at Utah State University | ||
| COX, Bobby D. | SSgt | 1985 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| COX, Delbert S. | SMSgt | 2005 | 6944th/49th Admin Svcs chief (70s/80s) | |
| COX, John | Unk | Unk | Russian linguist asgn Alaska | |
| COYLE, Thomas E. "Tom"Â | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01) | |
| COZLICK, Jerry | Unk | 2012 | AMS - need more information | |
| CRABB, Dale | SSgt | 1972 | Asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| CRABB, Robert C. | Unk | 1998 | 766X/293X - Misawa 50-53 | |
| CRAGER, Leonard R. | SMSgt/GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; ESC as Civ; duty in Germany, Philippines, Alaska; earned MMS @ TAM | |
| CRAGUN, Ben | TSgt | 2018 | Misawa (Need info please) | |
| CRAIG, Clifford | Unk | 2008 | Need info pls | |
| CRAIG, Mary Ann | GS | 1994 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; Cmd Ops Staff, ; NSAEUR | |
| Crain, George C. | 2022 | He attended Indiana University, where he became fluent in Russian and went on to serve with the U.S. Air Force Security Service. After returning to the states, he began a 38-year career in electronics with AT&T. | ||
| Crain, Steven W. | MSgt | 2021 | According to John Toillion, "Our condolences to the Crain Ohana. We his Hawaii friends are saddened by his passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you today." | |
| CRALLEY, Gary OB Sr. | TSgt | 2002 | Asgn Misawa and 6910th SSG | |
| CRANDALL, Charles Phillip | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CRANFORD, Hugh V. | Unk | 2000 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1963- | |
| CRANFORD, MANER L. | A1C | 1995 | 292x2 Misawa 69-70 | |
| Cravener, Lloyd H. | 2021 | Bud enlisted in the USAF in 1962. He was stationed in Turkey and then Ft. Meade in Maryland. Upon his discharge, he was hired by NSA, where he stayed until his retirement in 1999. Mr. Cravener had a very successful career as an analyst, and his work is memorialized in the National Cryptological Museum on the National Security Agency grounds. He was also a two-time recipient of the Civilian Merit Award. | ||
| CRAVER, Samuel M.M. | MSgt | 2017 | 207XX Rhein Main; Misawa; Darmstadt; USAFSS A292 Morse Op who flew recon missions with the 6916th in the late 50s-early 60s. Here is his bio: 1954 - 1957 Misawa Japan (ground radio intercept operator); 1957 - 1559 Darmstadt, Germany (ground radio intercept operator); 1959 - 1961 Rhein Main, Germany( airborne radio intercept operator); 1961 - 1966 Dover AFB, Delaware (Base Disaster Control NCO); 1966 - 1969 Howard AFB, Panama Canal (Base Disaster Control NCO); 1969 - 1973 Lowry AFB, Denver, (Instr Safety/disaster control school) | |
| CRAWFORD, Clarence E. | SSgt | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| CRAWFORD, John | Unk | 2007 | Morse op asgn Det 3, 3rd RSM, Naknek, Alaska 1953-54 | |
| CRAWFORD, Robert D. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese Mandarin linguist, 15th Radio Sq | |
| CRAWFORD, Robert F. | SSgt | 2001 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CRAWFORD, Ronald B. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07) | |
| CREDLE, Lewis, Jr. | MSgt/GS | 2000 | 292X2 asgd Germany; later civil service @ McGuire AFB NJ | |
| CRELLIN, Leland R. "Lee" | CMSgt | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'Timer; WWII B-17 Rad Op; SS Msn Supt; Pacific, Goodfellow, NSA, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, et al | |
| Cresap, Charles C. “Soppy” | MSgt | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF where he attended the Defense Language Institute and then worked as an Arabic Linguist. He retired with the rank of Master Sergeant from the USAF in 1990 after having served for 20 years. He received numerous medals and ribbons during his time of service and an AA degree from the Community College of the Air Force. He remained in touch with many of his Air Force friends via the “Prop Wash Gang” group. According to Larry Tart, "As with many Prop Wash Gang members, I have known Soppy Cresap since he arrived in Athens in the early 1970s, and we are indebted to him for a significant amount of the documentation of the operational history of USAFSS/ESC airborne direct support to CENTCOM during the 1970s and 1980s. Soppy and I worked together in the Sham Shop in Athens, where he was a lead Arabic multichannel analyst after arriving in the 6916th SS from the 6931st/Crete in 1974. In 1980, he was the airborne analyst on an RC-135 Rivet Joint mission over the Central Med that narrowly evaded and escaped from an attack by a pair of Libyan MiG-23s, and later that year, he spent an extended period on TDY to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, flying as "area specialist" aboard AWACS missions monitoring the Iraq-Iran War. Soppy also deployed as an area specialist as part of a CENTCOM expeditionary force to Khartoum, Sudan, in 1983, and he was the AMS on an RJ mission that supported Operation El Dorado Canyon (a retaliatory attack on Libyan military facilities in Tripoli in response to a terrorist attack on a nightclub in Berlin that killed an American soldier) in 1986. He spent inordinate off-duty hours composing details of those events and other related activities, which he provided for the USAFSS/ESC airborne recon history documented in "Freedom Through Vigilance," Volume IV. In later years, Soppy Cresap's peers in the AFISR community looked to him as a superb authority on dynamic day-to-day activities in the CENTCOM AOR. " Arab linguist, HQ ESC, 6916th, 6931st; known authority on CENTCOM AOR; SENIOR SCOUT engineer during his post-AF career | |
| CRESPO, Valente | AlC | 1985 | Need info please | |
| CRESSMAN, Peter R. | Sgt | 1973 | ARDF Opr, killed in EC-47 "BARON-52" shot down over Laos | |
| CREW, Benjamin F. Jr. | A1C | 1994 | Misawa 1955 | |
| CRIPE, Robert M. Jr. | Sgt | 2009 | Asgn 6993rd | |
| Crispino, John Eugene | SSgt | 2025 | H? joined the United States Air Force in 1954 and served in Security Services as a morse and radio Intercept Operator and a pitcher for the Air Force Baseball Team until 1962. //Obit – Remember Obits// To Lillian, my old Highwood friend - please accept my condolences on the death of John. While he and I never met, we shared a military commitment of both serving in the US Air Force and the USAF Security Service. I would have loved to have sat down and chatted with you about Security Service - or - as the motto was inscribed: Freedom Through Vigilance. Fly high airman - RIP. //Richard Patrick Sr.// | |
| CRISS, Robert | SMSgt | 2010 | Asgn Ft Meade | |
| CRITES, Alan F. | Lt Col | 2005 | ESR C-54 Staff Pilot | |
| CRITZER, James | SSgt | 19?? | USAFSS Russian linguist Berlin, Wakkanai, San Vito late 50's/early 60's | |
| CROAK, John David "Dave" | SMSgt | 2017 | Chinese linguist; airborne w/assignments to Korea, Misawa, Kadena, HQ USAFSS; well-known as party emcee and entertainer | |
| CROCKETT, Edward L. | TSgt | 2008 | Asgn Karamursel 1969-71, Blytheville AR | |
| Crockett, Lawrence | MSgt | 2021 | Larry served in the USAF at Bremerhaven, Germany on "A" and "C" Flights. He was one of the last to surrender the mission to the Navy/Marines at the end of 1968. He retired as a Master Sergeant after 22 years of service. Larry served as pastor at Ephesus Missionary Baptist Church. . | |
| CROFT, William H. | LtCol | 2008 | Hq USAFSS Dir of Admin, B-24 pilot in WWII, also asgn Goodfellow | |
| CROISSETTE, Bartholomew J. "Bart" | SSgt | 2010 | Asgn Pakistan, Italy, Turkey, Misawa 1962-64 | |
| CROMARTIE, Joseph A. | Unk | 1996 | 292, Misawa 1961-63 | |
| CROMER, Larry J | Unk | 2018 | need more info | |
| CRONIN, James T. | CMSgt | 2016 | UK, PI, Ft Meaded (NSA); Lifetime FTVA | |
| Crooks, Lydia J. | 2024 | She proudly served in the United States Air Force Security Service before transitioning to the National Security Agency, where she worked in signals intelligence. While serving, she earned a bachelor’s degree in the Russian Language. | ||
| Crooks, Robert C. | MSgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1982. He was stationed in Misawa, Japan for 2 years. He was also stationed at Advanced Tech School at Naval Air Corry Station, Pensacola Florida and Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was tech support for the Stealth Fighter. In 1990 he was tech support for F117 Signals Intelligence Analyst during Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia. His last base he worked at was back at Naval Air Corry Station working as an instructor in Defense and Security. At the end of 2003 he retired from the Air Force but continued to work in the same area but as a Program Analyst at DON Civil Service. | |
| CROOPER, Charles T | MSgt | 2005 | Worked in data automation in early 60s, 6986th Scty Gp AFSC R68770 | |
| CROSS, Curtis E. | MSgt | 2018 | A292XX, Rhein-Main | |
| CROSS, Floyd E. | Col | 2002 | Asgd Misawa, PacSctyRgn, Hq; ran Sys Req DCS/Plans & Programs late 60s | |
| CROSS, Gerald L. | A1C | 2000 | Misawa 1955 | |
| CROSS, John W. | A3C | 2011 | 292x, Misawa 1955 | |
| CROTTY, John V. | A2C | 2002 | 293x, Misawa 1953 | |
| CROUSE, Everett E. J. | SMSgt | 2009 | 292x, Misawa 1979 | |
| CROW, Thomas | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1964-68 | |
| CROWE, Horace A. Jr. | A1C | 2006 | Asgn Kirknewton 1953-56 | |
| CROWLEY, Alan | A1C | 1985 | 292/207 @ Crete, Chicksands, 6984th Goodfellow | |
| CROWLEY, James C. | A1C | 2011 | Misawa 1966 | |
| CRUM, Karen Reynolds | ?Maj? | 2020 | Intel Officer; more info needed | |
| CRUM, Thomas G. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| CRUMMITT, Preston E. | TSgt | 1998 | 6986 Scty Gp, AFSC 54770A | |
| CUETO, Casey | Unk | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| CULKOWSKI, Vladimir William (Lad) | 2018 | Skivvy Nine, Yakota, Goodfellow, Air Staff; Korean linguist who flew Gooney Birds from Osan (Operation Blue Sky airborne activities undocumented) | ||
| CULLEN, Chester M. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CULLEN, James M. | TSgt | 1983 | 292 - Misawa 1958 | |
| Cullen, Richard E. | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF was selected as one of the top of 1 percent of enlisted recruits to join the USAF Security Service. He served as a Russian language specialist in the 6912th Radio Squadron (Mobile) in Bingen and later Berlin, Germany. There he monitored Soviet military electronic signals for the National Security Agency. While stationed in Berlin he met and married Brigitte Petsch of Berlin, Germany on September 25, 1959. Russian linguist, 6912th RSM in Bingen and Berlin, Germany | ||
| CUMMINGS, Anthony A. Jr. | CMSgt | 2001 | AFIC Supt of DP at retirement | |
| CUMMINGS, John A. | Unk | 1952 | 1st Sgt asgn Misawa | |
| Cummings, William F. | Colonel | 2025 | He earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Duke University in 1955, where he also received his commission into the United States Air Force. In 1953, Bill married his high school sweetheart, Louise "Pat" Clark. Col. Cummings' early Air Force career included roles as a T-33 and T-38 flight instructor. In 1964, he transferred to the Tactical Air Command and flew F-100s in Europe. Upon returning to the U.S. in 1967, he transitioned to the F-4 Phantom and served as an instructor pilot. In 1969, he deployed to Southeast Asia for a 12-month tour with the 497th Tactical Fighter Squadron in Thailand, where he flew 187 combat missions with courage and distinction. Throughout his distinguished career, Col. Cummings held numerous leadership roles. In 1973, he was assigned to Headquarters Tactical Air Command. From 1975 to 1977, he served as Squadron Commander of the 58th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Eglin AFB, Florida. He later served as Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel at the U.S. Security Service, Kelly AFB, Texas, and he retired in 1986 as Chief of Staff of the Electronic Security Command. A command pilot with over 5,500 flying hours, Col. Cummings exemplified dedication, bravery, and excellence. //Obit - Mission Park Funeral Chapels North// Bill was a mentor and friend. We served together in the USAFSS and Electronic Security Command (ESC). A humble man but an extraordinary leader and pilot. We will miss his humor and devotion to God and country. //Bob Andress (Col Ret)// | |
| CUMMINS, Grayson L. | LCol | 2003 | CC @ Shemya; USAFSS Personnel; USAFSS Operations in 1950s | |
| CUMMISKEY, Charles | Unk | 2013 | need more info please | |
| CUNNINGHAM, Harry G. | SSgt | 2007 | 292/202 asgn Libya, Greenland, AFSCC, Hq USAFSS; served 1953-61 | |
| CUNNINGHAM, James F. | A2C | 2018 | Radio Intercept Analyst; enlisted 1960 | |
| CUOZZO, Alfonse J. | unk | 2012 | 293x, T1, Misawa 1956-58 | |
| CUPPLES, Jack | Unk | 2003 | Worked in intelligence section. | |
| CURBELO, Robert | Unk | 2011 | 6949th ESS/ESC (Able flight) 208 | |
| CURLEY, Paul (Sam) | SMSgt | 2013 | 207X1 - 22+ years, P.I, Turkey, Misawa, Danang (Several years) retrained in late 70s or early 80s | |
| CURRAN, Robert J. | CMSgt | 1986 | Ol'Timer; 202XX, 6989th RSM, et al | |
| CURRAN, Ronald J. | Unk | 2018 | Korean linguist; NSA | |
| CURRY, Frank D. III "Doug" | Sgt | 2006 | 293X2 asgn 2nd RSM | |
| CURRY, Leonard Sr. "Pee Wee" | Unk | Unk | more info please | |
| CURRY, Robert "Bob" | CMSgt | 19?? | Ol'Timer from 50's; 20290; worked for then Capt O'Shanasshey | |
| CURTIS, Stephen C. | SSgt | 1989 | Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| CUSHMAN, Russell B. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| CUTLER, Cameron I. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| CYPHER, David E. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05) | |
| CZERWONKA, Donald W. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| DAHLIN, Kenneth E. | unk | 2008 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1962-64 | |
| Daigle, Joseph George Emile | MSgt | 2020 | Joe and his twin brother joined the USAF and served through two wars as a USAF intelligence operations tech, compiler, and investigator. He was stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM Squadron on Baker/Admin from 1956 – 1959. He retired out of Langley AFB, VA. | |
| DAILEY, Larry | unk | 2014 | 292 - USAFSS - Rhein Main, Omaha, BONUS BABY and other locations in the 50's and 60's, | |
| DAIRYKO, Samuel | Unk | 2016 | Morse op, 6987th RSM | |
| DALE, Dennis R. | SSgt | 1975 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| DALEBOUT, Carl | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| DALEY, John Andrew | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DALEY, Richard E. | Sgt | 1991 | 292X 1957- | |
| DALLAS, Frank | unk | 2014 | more info needed | |
| DALTON, Francis J. (Frank) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DALUZ, Antonio V. Jr. "Tony" | Major | 1982 | ACRP; Russ ling @ Darmstadt in 50's; Yokota & Rhein-Main in 60's; NCO/Off AMS. | |
| DALY, John F. III | Unk | 2002 | Poss C/W Op asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| DAMAINI, John P. | SMSgt | 1990 | 29290; USAFSS Ol'Timer; Cmd P&P Staff when retired | |
| DAMBRAUSKAS, Francis A. | Sgt | 1990 | 292X2, 1969- | |
| DAMMEIER, James W. | unk | 2014 | Able Flight of the 6913th Security Group, Bremerhaven, GE, as a non-Morse intercept operator from 1964 to 1966, San Vito, Italy 1967 | |
| DAMP, Edward M. | Unk | 2016 | 99350; 41st RSM, 12 RSM; USAFSS Comptroller | |
| DANFORTH, Charles E. Jr | CMSgt | 1996 | 29290; SS Ol'Timer fm '50's; Korea, Crete, Vietnam, Phillipines, Scotland, Oki, Alaska | |
| DANIEL, Jackie Glen “Jack†| SSgt | 1996 | 202 - Charlie Flight - Misawa - 1954-64 | |
| DANIEL, Melvin (Mel) | SMSgt | 2014 | 26 year service, San Antonio; Okinawa; St. Lawrence, Alaska; South Korea; and the 6911th, Darmstadt and the 6910th, Augsburg, Germany | |
| DANIEL, Samuel Edward | SSgt | 2012 | 3rd RSM, Naknek, Alaska - 53-54 (Svc Dates 52-56) Morse Intercept Operator (part-time job - Barber for those assigned to unit) | |
| DANIELLO, William J. | MSgt | 2005 | 1953- (need more info) | |
| DANIELS, Charles E. Sr. | Unk | 2007 | WWII and Vietnam vet | |
| Daniels, Harry E. | 2020 | He served in the USAF from 1948-1952 as an Airborne Radio Operator and as Senior Intercept Operator for USAFSS, participating in the Berlin Airlift. | ||
| DANIELS, Robert | TSgt | 1988 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DANIELS, William N. "Billy" | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'timer, HOH in '98, Russ/Vietnamese linguist, HQ, PSR, Germany, Italy, et al. | |
| DANIS. Robert C. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| DANKOVICH, John J. | Unk | 2018 | need more info please | |
| DANNER, Walter R. "Ray" | SMSgt | 2005 | A205 asgn Hq USAFSS, Mildenhall, Offutt; also worked @ E-Systems | |
| DANTICO, Frederick M. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| D'APOLITO, Daniel N. "Dap" | CMSgt | 2011 | Hall of Honor 2000; 30 year USAF Security Service Veteran. | |
| DARCANGELO, Daniel L. | Unk | 2018 | Morse op; Enlisted 1960, Okinawa and softball for USAF Travel Team | |
| D'ARCY, Charles E. | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'timer from 50's; WWII vet; German POW, Rad Opr; 29290 & sports lover | |
| DARDEN, Kenneth J. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1965-04) | |
| DARK, Eugene F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DARK, Hudson | unk | 2011 | 6937th Comm, Peshawar, Pakistan 1960-61 29251 on Charlie flight, RAF Kirknewton, mid-1960's | |
| DARLAND, Jackie D. | Unk | 1981 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| DARNELL, Bobby | SMSgt | 2017 | 6987th SS, 6940th SW, Peshawa and Japan Admin Specialist | |
| DARNELL, William L. | Col/GS | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer fm '51 to '69, Elec Engineer, WWII pilot; Masonic Ord, Kisanis, et al | |
| DARR, Charles S. | MSgt | 1996 | 1st Sgt; COMSEC | |
| DARR, Nicholas "Nick" | Unk | 2009 | Linguist asgn Korea; need addl info pls | |
| DAVENPORT, Bill | Unk | 1956 | 6952 RSM, Kirknewton Soctland | |
| DAVENPORT, Henry | MSgt | 2004 | USAFSS Founder; one of original cryptanalysts; asgn Brooks, Kelly, Turkey, NSA | |
| DAVENPORT, Raymond E. | A1C | 2002 | 202 asgn Chicksands (late 50s), AFSCC; basketball player | |
| DAVEY, Kenneth W. | Col | 2015 | Commander of the 6921st Security Wing, he spent time in Misawa, Japan, Turkey and many other places in the Middle East; as well as the Pentagon. | |
| DAVEY, Ronald "Combat Ron" | CMSgt | 1990 | Ol'Timer, 203XX; 6988th, 6989th, 6990th, Senior Enl Adv PACSECRGN, et al; FTVA/25 AF Hall of Honor | |
| DAVID, Luther M.,Jr | CMSgt | 1995 | Opns; Cmd NCO of Yr '68; England, Crete, Vietnam | |
| DAVIDSON, Carl M. | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| DAVIDSON, Dan "Scooter" | unk | 2015 | 6948th, RAF Mildenhall, UK | |
| DAVIDSON, John W. Jr. | MSgt | 2010 | 202X0 asgn Hakata 1967-69, Korea, NSA | |
| Davidson, Norman | 2024 | He served in the United States Air Force Security Service as a Crypto Analyst from 1955 to 1958. | ||
| DAVIES, Lawrence J. "JD" | GS | 2008 | USAFSS Chinese linguist from 1956-80 then Chinese linguist w/NSA for 20 years | |
| DAVIS, Alton D. | Unk | 2007 | Morse op asgn USAFSS, NSA, Menwith Hill Station | |
| DAVIS, Bobby R. | TSgt | 1956 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, ACRP,linguist, Yokota AB, lost on RB-50 msn 9-10-56 | |
| DAVIS, Charles E. | SMSgt | 1999 | USAFSS Ol'Timer, Dittie-Bopper from Brooks in 50's;Chicksands, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| DAVIS, Charles K. "CK" | MSgt | 1979 | A20771 at Osan, Yokota, Kadena | |
| DAVIS, Clayton | Capt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn NSA | |
| DAVIS, Curtis W. (Curt) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DAVIS, Gerald C. | TSgt | 2001 | USAFSS 292/207 then 702. Ret @ 6960th Orderly Room | |
| DAVIS, Harold L. | TSgt | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| DAVIS, James L. | TSgt | 2002 | 292 and Misawa NCO Club manager. | |
| DAVIS, Jay D. | Unk | 2017 | Japan, USAFSS | |
| DAVIS, Jefferson | TSgt | 2002 | Crypto maint asgd 6989th 1968-70. | |
| DAVIS, John H. | SMSgt | 2015 | 702 - 6990th | |
| DAVIS, John R. Jr. | CMSgt | 2019 | Korean Linguist - Japan, Turkey, Washington DC, Offutt, San Antonio, and Germany | |
| DAVIS, Karen (Demarco) | TSgt | 1987 | 207X1 @ Chicksands (1974) and San Vito; '86 NCO of Year @ San Vito | |
| DAVIS, Kenneth L. | SSgt | 1999 | 6924SS Ramasun 71-72. | |
| DAVIS, Laten R. | TSgt | 1984 | Asgn Misawa 1964- | |
| DAVIS, Lincoln L. “Linc†| SMSgt | 1991 | R01090; First Sergeant; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68, 70. | |
| DAVIS, MAHLON F. | A2C | 2004 | Misawa 56- | |
| DAVIS, Michael B. | Sgt | 2003 | 702 Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| DAVIS, Robert W. | Unk | 1998 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1965-04) | |
| DAVIS, Rollin "Barney" | MSgt | 2011 | ELINTer - HQ, European Security Region (1965) more info need please | |
| DAVIS, Shelton O. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DAVIS, Tom | Unk | 2004 | USAFSS COMSEC vet | |
| Dawidowicz, Daniel J. | SMSgt | 2024 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War as a Bandsman and subsequently was reassigned to the electronic communications specialist and linguist fields. He served overseas tours with the Air Force Security Service in the Philippines IS., Turkey, and West Berlin, Germany before retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant. He had earned several awards including two Air Force Commendation Medals and achieved a college degree. | |
| DAWSON, Kim | SrA | 2011 | 6931st, Crete 75-77, 202X0 | |
| DAY, Dwight H. | CMSgt | 1995 | 29290 SS Ol'Timer fm '50; 40 yrs combined svc; H of H in '96 | |
| DAY, Ross G. | unk | 2012 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt - 1969-70 | |
| DAYS, Robert B. | PFC | 1985 | Misawa 1950 | |
| DE COU, James Herbert (Jazz) | unk | 2014 | RU-Ling - 41st RSM, Bremerhaven (redesignated 6913th RSM) 1954-56 | |
| DEAL, William C. (Bill) | Unk | 2013 | USAFSS - Pakistan, Turkey, England, HQ USAFSS | |
| DEAN, Joseph L. | CMSgt | 1996 | Russian Linguist @ 6988th in 60s. Premier linguist H of H member '97 | |
| DEAN, Stanley V. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| DeAngelis William M. | 2022 | William enlisted in the United States Army Air Forces during the Korean War where he served in the 1st Radio Squadron Mobile. He married Nancy J. Kooser and they had five children. The family moved to Wilton, Connecticut in 1961, where he was mayor from 1990-94. | ||
| DeAngelis, Richard Clarke | A1C | 2025 | While serving in the Air Force, Richard studied Chinese language at Yale University. He flew SIGINT reconnaissance missions as a Chinese linguist in East Asia during the early years of the Cold War. These flights tracked the activities of the Chinese and North Korean Air Forces. In addition to his wife Mary, Richard is survived by children: Richard Jr., Mary Ellen, Gregory and wife Karen, Douglas and wife Bethany. //Obit – Abriola Parkview Funeral Home// | |
| DEARBORN, Robert F. II | Unk | 1999 | 292 asgn Misawa T3 1963-65 | |
| DEARMAN, Robert Temple (Bob) Jr. | CMSgt | 2017 | Chinese linguist; 30 year airborne/ground, Vietnam era. | |
| DeARMON, Kenneth W. | CMSgt | 2017 | 6913th Bremerhaven | |
| DEAS, Bobbie L. | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer/ 1957-78, Pacific, distinguished Airborne Opns ETO PTO, SEA, etc. | |
| DEATHRIAGE, JOHNNY D. | A3C | 2001 | 293x Misawa 1958 | |
| DEAVER, John S. "Big John" | SMSgt | 2006 | HoH Honoree; Abrn Maint Chief; long-time flyer; USAFSS airborne wirebender (AMT). Aug 44 - Jun 51 US Navy. Claimed the A-bomb saved his life (repeatedly). Joined USAF July 1951. Oct 51 - Nov 53 Okinawa, Dec 53 - Aug 58 Craig AFB, Jun 59 - Mar 62 Patrick AFB chasing missiles on the Atlantic Range, Mar 62 - Jun 63 Trabzon, 1963 - 1966 6988 at Yokota, 1966 - 1969 6949 Omaha, 1969 - 1972 6916 Rhein-Main, 1972 - 1974 Det 1 6916, 6916 Athens, 1974 - 1975 6949 Omaha | |
| DeCamp, William C. | MSgt | 2022 | Bill served our country through a career in the United States Air Force Security Service with a Top Secret Clearance as a Personnel Specialist, Morse Code Intercept Specialist, and Manpower Technician for over 20 years retiring as a Master Sergeant at Randolph Air Force Base in 1979. During his service Bill served overseas in Germany, Korea, and Vietnam. Bill graduated from the Air Force Non- Commissioned Officer Academy, Air Force Survival Course, and the Jungle Survival Course. Bill’s awards include the Meritorious Service Medal. Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with Silver Oak Leaf, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Aircrew Member Badge. Bill was further honored by the Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency with their Pioneer Award. | |
| DECKER, George H. | Unk | UNK | 293x, Misawa 59-61 | |
| DECKER, Phillip "Phil" | Unk | 2008 | 292X1 asgn 6921st/Misawa 1962-64, 6924th/Danang 1964-65 | |
| DECONING, Al | A1c | 2005 | Crypto asgn 6987/Shu Lin Kou (1958), Kelly | |
| DECOSTA, Frank A. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05) | |
| DEDOMING, FREDERICK H. | A2C | 2001 | Misawa 57- | |
| DEELY, Walter G. | GS | 1989 | Senior cryptologic executive and office chief at NSA | |
| DEERE, Bruce Frederick | MSgt | 2014 | Russian Linguist - Goodfellow AFB, Hoff - Germany, Keelser AFB, Misawa - Japan, San Antonio, Goodfellow AFB, TX | |
| DEESE, Luther H. | GS-16 | 2019 | Chinese Linguist for USAFSS. Served 8 years in AF and went on to NSA for over 30 more years. Translator for DIRNSA. Bio is in http://www.6987thalumniassociation.org/lutherdeesebio.html | |
| DEETS, Bernard W. "Bernie" | MSgt | 2002 | 294/205 Asgn 6912/Elint Section 1971-75; Hill AFB, UT | |
| DEETS, George E. | TSgt | 2005 | WWII vet flew in China, Burma, India | |
| DeFILY, Ophelia "Myrt" | GS | 1998 | GS Civ Ol'timer, most well-known for her bowling skills; SA 600 Club; WIBC 700 Club; et al | |
| DEFORD, James W. | unk | 2014 | Misawa 1959-62, 64-67 | |
| DeGUILIO, Charles L. (Charlie) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DEIHL, DAVID A. | TSgt | 2009 | 202x Misawa 69- | |
| DEJULIA, Dominic J. | Cpl | 1987 | 293XX - Misaw 1951 | |
| DeLABAR, James S. "Jim" | MSgt | 2006 | Asgn USAFSS, Turkey, Berlin, San Vito, San Angelo | |
| DELANEY, Francis E. "Frank" | Maj | 2005 | Served his final 9 yrs active with USAFSS; asgn Clark, Hickam, Mass | |
| DELASANTOS, Sabas | SSgt | Unk | 3rd RSM | |
| DeLASHMIT, William E | Unk | 2001 | Bulgarian linguist & analyst @ Karamursel, NSA. Then career in real estate. | |
| DeLAUIS, Constance "Connie" | GS | 1999 | Civ Ol'Timer, Pers Dir Sec Dir for AFSS/ESC; retired '87 w/30-yrs svc | |
| DeLAUIS, Francis S. | GS/MSgt | 2003 | Hq USAFSS TS Control; 30 years w/SS | |
| DeLEO, Amil | Unk | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| Delheimer, James W. | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1955. His journey included Syracuse University where he became a Russian Linguist. Then on to Turkey, California, Texas, Germany, Nebraska, Pakistan and Alaska. James retired from the USAF in 1977. He subsequently entered the U.S. Civil Service at Goodfellow AFB where he spent many hours traveling as the Chief of Plans and Programs working for the Wing Commander. He retired from Civil Service in 1997. According to Glenn Miller, "I first met Jim when I was an instructor at Goodfellow AFB in 1975. And met him again when I returned to Goodfellow in 1989 when he was a civilian. A good man and well-liked by all who worked for and with him." According to Jim and Gayle Hartle "Knew Jim well during my time in the Tech Training Wing. We eventually bought and enjoyed their Bounder RV when Jim was no longer able to drive it. It was our 1st RV. Our deepest condolences to Ruth and the family." Russian linguist, Turkey, Texas, Germany, Nebraska, Pakistan, Alaska; Goodfellow civil servant, Chief of Plans and Programs | ||
| Deliganis, Tom | 2020 | He attended East Texas State University (now Texas A&M Commerce) where he received Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees. From 1953 to 1957, Tom served his country in the United States Air Force Security Service. After completion of his military service Tom returned to college to continue his education, achieving a PhD degree. | ||
| Delk, David Lee | MSgt | 2020 | He started his college studies in 1976, attended linguistics school in Monterrey, California and graduated from University of Maryland College Park in 1988. His military service in the USAF began in 1978 and was his opportunity to see the world. He never missed an opportunity to do so. It was during this time that he met his wife, Chong Hae, in South Korea and soon they would become parents to two children, Jonathon and Jennifer. Upon his retirement in 1999, he returned to the United States, rich with stories and souvenirs and memories of places far beyond his humble beginning. According to Dennis Buxton, Dave Delk was a former Korling at Skivvy Nine. | |
| DELOTTO, Richard J. | A2C | 1987 | 292XX Misawa 1962 | |
| Delp, Richard B. | 2024 | Richard enlisted in the USAF at 17 years of age. He completed an intensive Hungarian language program at Indiana University. He was stationed in Hof, Germany for three years in the early 1960s where he conducted surveillance and electronic intercept for the Air Force Security Service | ||
| Dely, James "Evan" | 2022 | Evan decided to pursue a career in the United States Air Force. He served honorably from 2009 to 2018. His incredible intelligence was utilized as an Air Force Linguist. He and his family are very proud of his service. | ||
| DeMarco, Leonard | SSgt | 2025 | He was a 1965 graduate of Dunmore High School and went on to serve in the United States Air Force Security Service during the Vietnam War. Lenny was a life member of the V.F.W. Post 5209 in North Scranton, where he served as Commander, as well as numerous other positions. | |
| DEMARIE, Gennaro A. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-07) | |
| DEMAS, George | LtCol | 2005 | WWII pilot; also asgn Iraklion, Crete; TX | |
| DeMATTEO, Pete | Unk | 2001 | 6910th Gp (1950s) | |
| DEMENT, LLoyd W. "Buzz" | CMSgt | 2004 | 202 asgn Alaska, Vietnam, Germany, NSA, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DEMERS, Robert P "Frenchy" | MSgt | 1986 | AMS Russian/French linguist @ R/M/Scotland early 60s. Heart attack at San Antonio | |
| DEMLER, Lewis F. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| DEMPSEY, Daryl D | Unk | 2017 | 6918th Brady - 292XX | |
| DENGEL, Edward H.,Jr "Ed" | CMSgt | 1990 | Ops Supt @ R/M, Omaha. | |
| DENMARK, Jerry C. "Clinton" | Unk | 1985 | 292x, Misawa 1966 | |
| DENNEY, William E. "Bill" | SMSgt | 2007 | Asgn Hq USAFSS/Comptroller-Budget during 1960s-70s | |
| DENNY, James E. | TSgt | 2009 | European Theater | |
| DENTON, Frederick G. | A2C | 2011 | Misawa 1956 | |
| DENVER, Arnold D. | SSgt | 2018 | Enlisted 1951; Intel/comms specialist; England, Turkey, Germany | |
| DEPETER, Thomas George | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist, 1981-88 | |
| DEPEYSTER, Robert B. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| DePUY, Cornelius Jr. (Curly) | MSgt | 2003 | Asgn Misawa, Scotland, Turkey, San Vito, Philippines, Okinawa, Kelly, Vietnam. | |
| DERKS, Cletus Gregory (Duke) | Unk | 2010 | USAFSS 1958-65, 6930th RSM, Iraklion, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven - radio printer Intercept Op | |
| DERMODY, Richard F | Maj | 2016 | Korat AB, 6985 ESS/CC, USAFSS/IG Team | |
| DEROUSSE, Seguin "Skip" | SMSgt | 2016 | 203/208 - MA, French, and German linguist, Rhein-Main 6916th, | |
| DeROUSSE, Vernon C. | MSgt | 2003 | WWII vet; weather cryptologist; NCOIC W201 school @ GAFB | |
| Deshaies, Leo Paul Rene | Lt Col | 2022 | He served 32 years and 4 months in the USAF. He joined in 1957. His career took him to England, Vietnam, Germany, Spain, Greece, Morocco, and Italy. While serving in Danang, South Vietnam from 1966 to 1967 and being fluent in French, he volunteered at a Vietnamese orphanage. The highlight of his subsequent posting to Darmstadt, Germany came when he met Erica Ulrike List at a Christmas party. His assignments then took them to southern Spain, Athens, Greece, and the US Embassy in Rabat, Morocco. In 1982 while at NATO Allied Joint Forces Command in Naples, Italy, he decided to return to the United States. Lucky Paul and Erica! He was assigned to Charlotte, as commander of the Military Entrance Processing Station. Paul is survived by his wife of 52 years, Erica; two sons Jean-Paul Rene Deshaies and Marc Francois Deshaies and his wife, Lauren. A gift in Paul’s memory can be made to Christ Episcopal Church or to the 6924th Heritage Association Scholarship Fund, 1315 Belclaire, San Antonio, TX 78258. Paul served with the 6924th Security Service Squadron in Vietnam and attended its annual reunion of surviving members. | |
| DESSERT, William E | Unk | 2016 | 292 Hakata; 100+ Vietnam airborne missions | |
| DETHRONE, Donald A. | TSgt | 2010 | Misawa, 73-74 | |
| DETTMER, Paul Allen | Maj Gen | 2014 | FTVA HoH - 2013 - Asst DCS, ISR/HQ USAF, USAFE/A2, Assessments Div Chief, JCS; Dir. Tac SIGINT Prgm Office, NSA; Vice Dir. Intel, JCS; 6994th Det 1 CC, Howard AFB, 27th AIS/CC, Langley AFB, VA; the 607th AIG/CC, Osan AB, Korea, AFTAC/CC, Patrick AFB, FL | |
| DEUEL, Lloyd E. Sr. | MSgt/GS | 2004 | WWII 1st Sgt; pioneer in using computers to make/break codes; asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| Deuson, Benny | 2020 | He served in the USAF from 1956-1960 where he was stationed in Bremerhaven and Darmstadt, Germany. Accordign to 6913th.org, "He served in the USAF from 1956 0 1960 with the 6913th RSM in Bremerhaven, Germany on “Charlie Flight” and later at Darmstadt, Germany." | ||
| DEVER, Francis Joseph "Frank" | MSgt | 2015 | Japan, Germany, Vietnam and Crete | |
| DEVERE, John F. | Unk | 2002 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1958 | |
| DEVINE, James W. | Unk | 2011 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| DeVINEY MARKL, Joyce A. | GS | 2004 | Asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| DEW, Ken | Unk | 2007 | Need info pls | |
| DEWBERRY, Richard | Unk | 2006 | 2nd RSM Admin; retired USAFSS/CIA | |
| DEWERFF, Carl E. | CMSgt | 1986 | Comm spec asgn Sewart AFB, TN in 1960s | |
| DEWITT-WHEELER, Kathleen | unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| DiBAGGIO, Anthony J. | Col | 2018 | USAFSS Korean and Vietnam vet; staff and command positions; USAFSS Order of the Sword, 1979 | |
| DIBBLE, Richard A. | A2C | 2004 | 292x, Misawa 1962 | |
| Dibert, Thomas L. | MSgt | 2020 | Tom proudly served his country for 20 years in the U.S. Air Force. according to JAMES O. POSS, Major General US Air Force, "I was devastated to hear the Tom lost his long struggle with cancer recently. I remember TD very well as his squadron commander at the 488th Intelligence Squadron at RAF Mildenhall, UK from 1998 to 2000. TD was one of our best - a true battle hardened, veteran Airman who was an absolute expert in one of the toughest, most complex career fields in the US Air Force. But his considerable expertise and professionalism wasn't what I remember most about TD. It was his sense of humor and the calm that radiated from him when things got really tough. From having to make split second decisions to save fellow Airmen in the Kosovo Air War, to countless deployments to Southwest Asia to trying to keep his crew out of trouble in Crete, TD did his duty cheerfully, morally and professionally. I know we will always miss TD but the good Lord put him on this earth for the right time when we all needed him. I know this Airman is very, very thankful he had TD at his side during some of the toughest fights in my career." | |
| Dickerson, Dennis B. | MSgt | 2020 | He served in the USAF for 26 years. After his service in the military, he traveled back overseas working for Sikorsky Industries for a number of years. Upon his return to the states, he worked for the City of Pensacola; Fire and Rescue as a dispatcher for 12 years, completing his service for the betterment of mankind. According to James Kilma, "Dennis Dickerson’s AFSCs were 292X2/207X2." | |
| DICKERSON, Warren Lee | CMSgt | 2016 | Morse op; Germany, Italy, Crete, San Antonio | |
| DICKEY, Ollie D. "OD" | GS | 1983 | Deputy Public Affairs Officer @ Hq USAFSS | |
| DICKINSON, George J. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DICKINSON, Peter | Unk | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 1969- | |
| DICKSON, Donald L. | Unk | 2016 | 292XX, 6918th RSM - Hakata | |
| DICKSON, Richard A. | SSgt | 2013 | 1A8XX; Perished in MC-12 crash near Kandajar, Afghanistan; 306th IS, Beale AFB | |
| DICKSON, Robert A. | LCol | 199? | SS Ol'Timer, Cmdr 6913thRSM,Bremerhaven, Ger, et al | |
| DiDOMINICUS, Joseph T. | MSgt | 2002 | USAFSS COMSEC Vet; served in Navy in WWII, Korea; asgn Vietnam | |
| DIEBERT, Kenneth C. | Unk | 1990 | 303X0 asgn Wakkanai 1957 | |
| DIEDRICH, Robert W. "Bob" | 2013 | 6918th | ||
| DIEHL, Francis T. Jr. | Unk | 1996 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Motor pool | |
| DIETZ, Donald Charles "YaZi" | A2C | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01, 1959-07) Basic & intermediate. 6925th, Clark AB; Taiwan 6987th. Later NSA civilian | |
| DIFAZIO, Pasco "Pat" | CMSgt | 2007 | Radio op in WWII; Ops Supt at Karamursel under Col Touby | |
| DiFEDERICO, James V. | CMSgt | 1997 | SS Ol'timer; 29½-yrs SS CMSgt; 11-yrs Civ. | |
| DIFREDERICO, Frank R. | Unk | 1987 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| DIGGS, Wilbert | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Misawa 1974 | |
| DIGIROLOMO, John Samuel | Unk | 1997 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01) | |
| DILLINGER, Donald J. | SSgt | 2010 | 304XX asgn Misawa 1970- | |
| DILLINGHAM, James H. Jr. | SMSgt | 2003 | 294/205 asgn Kadena/Offutt/NORAD/Compass Call (Ops Supt) | |
| DILLON, Larry T. | Sgt | 2007 | Chinese linguist asgn Yokota 1969-1972 | |
| DIMAMBRO, Robert A. | MSgt/GS | 2002 | Crypto Maint manager @ AFCD/Tech Services. | |
| DIMMICK, William K. | TSgt | 1993 | Asgn Misawa 1965 | |
| Dinerstein, Nelson T. | 2022 | Nelson spent 6 years in the Air Force as a linguist, speaking Russian. In that capacity, Nelson spent time in Texas, Japan, and Turkey. | ||
| DINKENS, Bobby | MSgt | 2013 | Morse intercept operator - Keesler AFB, MS, Philippines, Bremerhaven, 6913th RSM - Easy Flt, Vietnam, Offut AFB, NE | |
| DINKJIAN, Charles Jr | UNK | 2013 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Dion, Normand, O. | TSgt | 2020 | Norm served 22 1/2 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a Technical Sergeant in 1974. He was a Korean War veteran and he saw action in Korea as a member of a radio jeep squadron, establishing voice communications between artillery fire and air strikes on enemy positions during the third Korean winter campaign. Subsequently, he held many world-wide assignments as a linguist and cryptographer. In 1960 he was assigned to Air Force Security Service, Texas. Before leaving again for the Far East, he received specialized communications training at the National Security Agency in Maryland. In 1964, after two years as a technical instructor in Texas, he was accepted for Cambodian language training at the Berlitz School of Languages in Washington, D.C. and was assigned to security service in the Philippines. Back in Texas, he was chosen for Arabic language training at the Presidio of Monterey, California. After serving three years on the island of Crete where he gathered and translated foreign language intelligence, Norm retired in 1974. | |
| Dirscherl, Denis | Colonel | 2023 | He served in the USAF Security Service (1952-1956), studied Russian at Presidio of Monterey, Monterey, California (1953), and attended the University of Dayton (1956-1957). Denis earned a Master's Degree in Russian Studies from Middlebury College (1968), and a Doctorate in Russian Studies from Georgetown University (1971). After earning his doctorate, Denis worked for the Department of Defense (1971-1983) before he was Director of Reserve Chaplain Affairs at Warner Robins Air Force Base in Georgia (1983-1988). Denis then returned to the Air Force where he was an auxiliary Catholic chaplain (2004-2017). In 2017, he retired with the rank of Colonel after a total of 28 years of military service. A proud USAF veteran, he often provided sacraments to current/retired military personnel and their families. | |
| DiSabatino, John J. | Sgt | 2021 | He joined the United States Air Force in July of 1952. In 1956, he married his high school sweetheart, Carol A. Yarnall, and continued his career in the U.S.A.F. The couple enjoyed an interesting life of travel with military assignments in Alaska, England, Japan, Turkey, and many others. He also served in Viet Nam and was awarded the Bronze Star for his service. He was also awarded the Air Force commendation medal, the Air Force good conduct medal, and was a graduate of the Air Force Security Service non-commissioned officers academy. According to Ernest Dalton, "John and I were coworkers on Security Hill in 1970’s. I did not know he returned to San Antonio. My prayers and well wishes to his family." | |
| DISBROW, Lorin C. | Maj | 1956 | SS ACRP Cmdr ACRP unit @ Yokota, lost aboard RB-50 in SOJ Sep 56 | |
| Dishner, Jack A. | 2022 | Jack served in the USAF and graduated from the Defense Language Institute where he was trained as a Russian Linguist serving under President Ronald Reagan. He served from 1980-1982 and was active-duty Air Force. | ||
| DITORO, James "Jimmy" | MSgt | 2002 | 203/208 @ Yokota, Offutt, Osan. | |
| DITTES, Philip A. | Unk | 2007 | Comm Center, Misawa 1971-76 | |
| DIUSSA, Wayne H. | Unk | 1989 | asgn Misawa T4 1966 | |
| DIVERS, Allen B. | unk | 2014 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, | |
| DIX, Robert "Bob" | MSgt | 2019 | Russian linguist, 6917th SS | |
| Dix, Robert D. | MSgt | 2019 | He was a proud retiree of the USAF and the US Postal Service. According to Grover Gore, "Bob was a Russian Linguist. Assignments included 6917th Scty Sq 1972-1974." | |
| DIXON, Harold V. (Bo) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DIXON, Richard V. | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, ret 1977; non-morse Search & Dev; Cmd Hq, Turkey, Japan, Italy | |
| DIXON, Robert | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| DOANE, Wayne A. "Jim" | GS | 2004 | AFSCC then NSA | |
| DOBBERTEAN, Neal W. | SSgt | 2005 | Crypto operator asgn Bremerhaven 1951-55 | |
| DOBBING, Thomas | A3C | 1994 | 292x1 Misawa 1958 | |
| DOBBINS, Robert H. | MSgt | 2009 | AMT asgn Yokota, Kadena, Offutt, Wright-Patt | |
| DODD, William J. "Bill" | LCol | 1993 | Ops Off; WWII - China, Burma, India; Cmdr Adak, Ak; Vietnam; DIA Staff | |
| DODGE, Marshall H. | SMSgt | 2007 | COMSEC 202 asgn Libya, Kadena, Vietnam, Chicksands, Darmstadt; 28 yrs w/USAFSS | |
| DODRILL, James R. | A3C | 2001 | SP asgn Misawa 1952- | |
| DOERNER, John R. "Bobby" | Unk | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Augsburg, Germany; Karamursel, Turkey in mid-seventies | |
| DOERR, Paul "PT" | MSgt | 2007 | Chinese linguist asgn Taiwan, Thailand, Yokota, Goodfellow | |
| Doig, Charles G. | MSgt | 2020 | Chuck enlisted in the USAF in 1979 and served faithfully and honorably for 21 years as an Air Intelligence Agency Targeteer and Psychological Operations Analyst. A veteran of Operation El Dorado Canyon and Operation Allied Force, he also served as an Instructor of Technology and Military Science at Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo, Texas. | |
| DOIRON, Robert T. | MSgt | 2003 | Crypto maint supvr @ Bremerhaven late 50s | |
| DOLAN, Richard J. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Phillippines, Taiwan, Germany, Turkey, Japan, New York and San Antonio, TX | |
| DOLLINGER, Charles M | A1C | 2002 | Misawa - 1953 | |
| Dombrowsky, David Lynn | Sgt | 2025 | A proud patriot, Dave served his country as a decorated member of the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He later worked with the Central Intelligence Agency, serving in various locations around the world. According to John and Shan Durha, Carefree days at the Marine House in Mogadishu, Somalia back in the early Seventies. Officially a hardship posting but we made such good friends there and had lots of fun. Listed in Our Losses section of 6994th Security Squadron web site https://6994th.com/our-losses/ | |
| DOMINGUE, Gilbert J. | Unk | 2004 | USAFSS, 6911 RGM Vet | |
| DOMMISSE, Carlton W. "Cully" | MSgt | 2002 | Chinese/Vietnamese linguist RC-135/130s @ Kadena, Cam Ranh Bay, Brady, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Domzalski, Joseph D. | 2024 | He moved to Washington, DC, attending college at George Washington University (GWU) during the day while working at night as a Stenographer in the Domestic Intelligence Division for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), where he first met his devoted wife of 58 years, Pearl. In 1958, Joe enlisted in the United States Air Force. He displayed an aptitude for language and was chosen for a 12-month intensive course in the Chinese Mandarin Language at Yale University’s Institute of Far Eastern Languages. After completion with honors, he was stationed in Okinawa as voice intercept operator. Joe was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1962 and returned to his position at the FBI. His 32-year career with the FBI led to his living in Miami, New York, and Washington, DC, where he ultimately retired as Assistant Section Chief, Civil Rights and Special Inquiry Section, Criminal Investigative Division. | ||
| DONAHEY, Homer D. | CMSgt | 2002 | 304XX asgn Misawa 1960-63 | |
| DONALD, Philip M. | A2C | 1988 | 292x, Misawa 1962 | |
| DONAN, Robert A. (Big Bob) | SMSgt | 2013 | Arbne Maintenance Tech - Goodfellow, 6916th (RM), 6949th (Offutt), 6903d, 6948th (DM), 6990th, 6911th, 6910th Det1 | |
| Donathan, Monroe T. | TSgt | 2021 | He was also known as M.T., the Big Kahuna, The General, and most notably "Papa." He retired from the USAF after 20 years of honorable service as a Technical Sergeant, working in communications and intelligence. During his career, he was stationed at Lackland Air Force Base; Showa Air Station; Robins Air Force Base Georgia; Donaldson Air Force Base South Carolina; The Royal Air Force Station at Kirknewton, Scotland, with the 6952nd Security Squadron; Goodfellow Air Force Base; the Florida Keys during the Cuban Missile Crisis; Peshawar, West Pakistan, as a guest of a West Pakistan Army Intelligence Unit; R.A.F. Chicksands, England; and then finishing his career at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, at command headquarters with the Cryptologic Depot. | |
| DONNELL, Joe | Unk | 2001 | 41st RSM/6913RSM USAFSS Vet 292. | |
| DONNELLY, Frank W. | unk | 2008 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1970-72 Dawg Flt - 292 | |
| DONNELLY, James P. "Jim" "LuoLi" | Unk | 2002 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01, 1961-07) Later USAID civilian | |
| DONNELLY, Mike | CMSgt | 1994 | Asgn Wiesbaden; need addl info pls | |
| DONOHUE, Ottis G. | Unk | 1990 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1964-65 | |
| DONOVAN, Kelly | unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| DONOVAN, Robert J "Bob" | Unk | 2006 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| DOOLEY, Horace M. "Tom" | unk | 2016 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan - 1966-69; Original member of AN/FLR 9 test at Chicksands 1963-1968 | |
| DOONAN, John A. | Col | 2002 | Reverend/Chaplain; USAF ret after 30 years | |
| DOONAN, Paul M. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) | |
| DORAN, Harry L. | MSgt | 1990 | 1962-1964 NCOIC/Asst NCOIC Supply of the 6985 SS (?B-24 Nav, WWII POW?) | |
| DORAN, James T. "Jim" | LCol | 1979 | AC&W to SS ELINT/EW; Tripoli, 6900SW, Cmd ELINT Staff | |
| DORAN, James V. | Unk | 2017 | more info please | |
| DORAN, Leo J. Jr. | Unk | 1990 | TUSLOG Det 94 in the early 70's - 202 | |
| D'ORANGE, Desire L. Jr. "Dutch" | CMSgt | 2006 | 202 "for life"; Danang, Vietnam, asgn Crete, MT/Augsburg, last asgn Chief EESD in late 80s | |
| Dorffi, William E. | Maj | 2023 | Bill entered active duty in 1955 and joined USAFSS in 1959. After training at Goodfellow AFB he was assigned to the 6981 RGM at Elmendorf AFB, AK. From there he was assigned to the USAFSS IG team at HQ Kelly AFB where he had the good fortune to work for Ben Ardisana. After Kelly he was assigned to TUSLOG Det 94 and from there to the 6994 SS, Tan Son Nhut AB, RVN. He spent his last 5 years active duty on the Management Faculty, National Cryptologic School, NSA. He was the Course Director for a number of courses in professional development for junior officers and senior NCO’s and Warrant Officers, and courses in Collection Management, retiring in 1975. | |
| DORHAM, John L. | Unk | 2001 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan, and Korea | |
| DORN, John E. | Unk | 2017 | Darmstadt, Germany; NSA (civilian) | |
| DOROBIALA, James | MSgt | 2015 | 6913th - Montana, Nebraska (2), England (2), Texas and Germany (2) | |
| DORR, Robert F. | Unk | 2016 | Korean linguist; Blue Sky RB-47 program at Osan, Kimpo, and P-Y-Do; Foreign service career with State Dept and prolific USAF historian/author | |
| DORRIS, Norman Michael | unk | 2014 | 292 on Baker Flight - 6918th - 1958-59 | |
| DORSCHER, Barry | TSgt | 2004 | Korean linguist asgn Osan, Seoul, Ft Meade | |
| DORSEY, CALVIN S. | Unk | 2009 | 293x T2 Misawa 57-58 | |
| DORSEY, Darryl Steven | Unk | 2017 | Morse op, 1974-76 | |
| DORSEY, James V. Jr. (Dot) | SSgt | 1969 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, ARDF Opr killed in Pleiku-based EC-47 shot down over Vietnam | |
| DOSTAL, Herbert C. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| DOTSON, Paul | CMSgt | 2003 | Mostly COMSEC @ USAFSS, Germany, Japan | |
| DOTY, Duane W. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) | |
| DOTY, Jon Michael "Mike" | MSgt | 2008 | AMS/A203 Chinese/Vietnamese asgn AFSCC, 6988th/Yokota, 6990th/Okinawa | |
| DOUGHTY, Charles R. | CMSgt | 2007 | 36 yrs fed svc with 21 active duty, 15 civil service on Security Hill | |
| DOUGLAS, Jack D. | GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; 21 yrs mil & 28 years CSvc; 32° Scottish Rite Mason & Alzafar Shriner | |
| DOUGLAS, William Jr. | CMSgt | 1995 | Russian linguist; BBall player Hq & 6950; Eileson in 60s | |
| DOVE, Andrew "Andy" | TSgt | 2019 | Korean and Vietnam era veteran | |
| DOVER, Denver Arnold | SSgt | 2018 | Intel comms; Korea and Vietnam era; Greenland and Guam | |
| DOW, Lloyd E. | Maj | 1989 | Ops Officer; SS O'Timer; OIC Compartmented Projects | |
| DOW, Robert E. "Bob" | A1C | 2011 | 6922 Scty Sq, Clark AB, PI and TDY at 6988 Scty Sq Yokota AB, Japan 1966 - 1968 | |
| DOWLING, John J. | MSgt | 1994 | Asst NCOIC Comm Ctr @ Rhein Main in mid-60s | |
| DOWNSLAND, David G. | TSgt | 2007 | 304XX Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| Doyle, Arthur C. | MSgt | 2020 | He joined the USAF in 1956 where he served as a Russian linguist for 23 years. | |
| DOYLE, J.W. | Unk | 2019 | Need more info | |
| Dr. Tunnell, Kenneth D. | 2022 | He served in the USAF 1952-1956 and served in Japan in the USAF Security Service during the Korean Conflict. | ||
| Draiss, Thomas A. | A1C | 2021 | Thomas served as a Morse intercept operator, intercepting and recording Russian Morse code communications while stationed with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany on 'C' Flight from 1956-59. | |
| DRAKE, Harry F. | CMSgt | 2000 | NCOIC Msn Control/Col Mason troubleshooter; asgn Peshawar 62-64 | |
| DRAKE, James E. | MSgt | 2018 | USAFSS Radio op; Greenland, Alaska, Yokota; couriered "moon rocks" from Apollo 11 mission | |
| DRAKE, Marvin "Marv" | SMSgt | 1997 | Asgn Turkey, Thailand, Goodfellow, Hq USAFSS | |
| Drever, Donald B. | 2023 | He served in the U.S. Air Force between 1954 and 1958, where he worked in Security Services in the Philippines | ||
| Driggers, Milton V. | Colonel | 2025 | Affectionately known as G-Daddy, Scrap, and Milt, attended the United States Naval Academy and went on to earn a B.S.E.E. from the Air Force Institute of Technology and an M.B.A. from Auburn University. His distinguished 32-year career in the United States Air Force was marked by courage, dedication, and excellence. He flew more than 100 missions over Hanoi, Vietnam, in an unarmed aircraft, and 450 peacetime collection missions across Europe and the Far East. Among his many honors were the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Legion of Merit, and the Association of Old Crows Life Achievement Award. He also served as Commander of the 6990th Electronic Security Group and completed numerous advanced courses including the USAF Air War College and the NSA Senior Cryptologic Course. Beyond his military achievements, Milton's greatest pride and joy was his family. | |
| DRURY, Del Gregory | SSgt | 2019 | USAFSS Russian linguist | |
| Drzewiecki, Jerome "Jerry" N. | 2025 | In the vast expanse of eternity, Jerome shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Jerome farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn. Per Jerry's request, no services will be held. I will miss you old friend, and remembering fondly those days when we served together as Russian Linguists on Baker Flight, 6950th Security Wing/Group, RAF Chicksands, England. Your were my best friend in those days, and of my wife to be. Then, as newly young sergeants, we continued our service together at 6932nd Security Group, Samsun Air Station, Samsun, Turkey, 1967-1968. I was on Charlie Flight and you on Dog Flight in those days, now so long ago. You were a man of constant good cheer and positivity in difficult times. My best to you, goodbye for the interim, God be with you. Adieu. //Sgt. D. Skip Kimbrow, USAFSS// | ||
| DUBAY, Galen D. (Gulley) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DUBOIS, Arthur E | CMSgt | 1990 | 29290; SS Ol'Timer; Tripoli, Darmstadt, Frankfurt, Korea, Hawaii | |
| DUBOSE, Clayton | GS | 2009 | Asgn USAFSS as military & civilian | |
| DUBUQUE, Dale H. | Unk | 1991 | 203 asgn Misawa 1957-59 | |
| DUCHENEAUX, Darrel P. | SSgt | 1993 | 622x, Misawa 1955 | |
| DUFF, Donald V. | Unk | 2016 | 28 year vet, 304XX Hakata 1965-1968 | |
| DUFFIELD, Verle D. "Duffy" | CMSgt | 2005 | ESC career asgn Chicksands, Zweibrucken, Brindisi, Iraklion, Osan, SA, Ft Meade | |
| DUFFY, William F. "Doc" | A2C | 1984 | 292 Asgn 6989 RSM 1957-59. | |
| DUFFY, William M. (Bill) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DUFOUR, James E. | MSgt | 2002 | Asgd Vietnam, Germany, Taiwan, Greece, Kelly. | |
| DUGAN, Timothy Aloysius "Dixie" | SSgt | 2010 | 20371/20870 - MB, Yale IFEL, Taiwan, Vietnam 63-64, over 15 years svc | |
| DUGAN, William "Bill" | SSgt | 2016 | 20570 - AAFJOG at Shemya 1974-1975 | |
| DUGGER, Charles E. "Chuck" | SSgt | 2002 | 203 Russian assigned Bremerhaven. | |
| DUKE, Charles | GS | 2004 | Need info please | |
| DUKE, Willie B. | Unk | 2008 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| DULANEY, James | Unk | 2019 | Korean linguist, OLYMPIC GAME at Skivvy Nine | |
| DULONG, Louis J. "Uncle Louie" | MSgt | 197? | SS Ol'Timer, ACRP @ Rhein-Main/Incirlik in 60's; USAFE golf champ | |
| Dumas, Gerald H. | A1C | 2020 | He attended the Maine Maritime Academy before joining the USAF in 1952, where he was selected for the Security Service. From England to Washington State he served his country for four years. According to Harry Larrabee,"Dates of USAFSS service: 1952-1956. AFSC: Radio Intercept Operator, 202 Ditty Bopper. Assignments: Chicksands, 1952-1954; Kelly and March AFB, 1954-1956. He was a proud recipient of the USAFSS Pioneer hat and certificate." | |
| DUNBAR, Horace E. "Ted" | SSgt | 2004 | Early abrn op @ 6916th/Rhein Main AB, Germany in late 50s; 3 years w/ASA prior | |
| DUNCAN, James R. "Jim" | Unk | 2000 | Morse op asgn Misawa (59-60), Scotland | |
| DUNCAN, Jimmy | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| DUNCAN, John W. | Unk | 2006 | USAFSS/NSA vet; backender in Vietnam | |
| DUNCAN, Justin R. | Unk | 1989 | Need info please | |
| DUNCAN, Lester D. Jr. | A2C | 2012 | 293x, Misawa 1958- | |
| DUNCAN, Paul E. | Capt | 1958 | SS Ol'Timer, ACRP C130 (#60528) pilot,asgd USAFE,shot down Sep 2-58. | |
| DUNCAN, Rudolph | MSgt | 2015 | 207X1 - Korea (SKIVVY NINE), Germany (METRO TANGO), Ft Meade (NSA) | |
| DUNCAN, Steve A. | UNK | 2009 | Chinese linguist. Asgn 6990th, 6908th, USAFSACS | |
| Duncan, Thomas John | A1C | 2025 | He graduated from Downey High in 1960 and served 3.5 years in the U.S. Air Force in Okinawa and Japan with the 6922nd Air Force Security Service. | |
| DUNCAN, William D. | SSgt | 1990 | Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| DUNIVANT, Melvin A. | GS | 1987 | Need info please | |
| DUNKLIN, Henry | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist in airborne program | |
| DUNLAP, Gary | unk | 2014 | 6901st SCG 1961-64 - Germany and Okinawa | |
| DUNLAP, John S | Unk | 2018 | Russian linguist - Pakistan | |
| DUNLAP, Ken | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Rhein Main; need addl info pls | |
| DUNLAP, Patrick P | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist, Alaska and Pakistan | |
| DUNN, Benjamin "BD" | CMSgt | 2018 | 1st Sgt, AFISRA IG Team | |
| DUNNAGAN, Donald W. | A1C | 1999 | Russian Linguist; Bremerhaven, first RB-50 missions @ Rhein Main in 1957 | |
| DUPERAULT, David T. | Unk | 2010 | 292X2/202X0 asgn Misawa 1962-64, 66-69, 71-73 | |
| DUPLANTIER, Renee P. "Frenchie" | Unk | Unk | Bremerhaven until 1967. Alaska? | |
| DUPLESSIS, Paul | Col | 2019 | Member of two combat crews in October 1962 that flew electronic reconnaissance missions around Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis; between June 1965 and March 1966 he flew 100 combat missions over North Vietnam in support of Operation Rolling Thunder as Chief Electronics Warfare Officer (EWO) on the EB-66. Worked in various DOD intelligence agencies in Germany, stateside, and Japan before retiring from the Pentagon. | |
| DUPNICK, Aloys F. "Al" | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| DUPREE, Charles L III | MSgt | 1977 | Vietnam, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DUPUY, John P. | TSgt | 2011 | Asgn Kirknewton Scotland 1962-65, Iraklion Crete 1965-67, Goodfellow 1967-68 | |
| DURANT, Ronald C. | Unk | 2013 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| DURDEN, Maury E. | MSgt | 2001 | Asgn to Osan, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, and various AFSSOs around the world | |
| DUREI, Terry A. "Taco" | Unk | 2018 | 6918th 292XX; Brady 1967-69 | |
| DURLEY, Carl F. "Chip" | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962- 01) | |
| DURNIN, James N. | TSgt | 2006 | 202 asgn Wakkanai, Hq USAFSS; 68770 Hdqtrs; Army Warrant Officer in France | |
| DURNWALD, Robert | Unk | 2000 | Abrn Maint Tech asgn 6988/Yokota, 6990/Kadena, Hq USAFSS | |
| DURST, Joseph M. | Unk | 2018 | Vietnam vet, 6994th | |
| DUTTON, Robert "Bob" | TSgt | 2005 | 292X1 asgn Yokota flying RB-50s/C-130BII, Okinawa, Germany, Offutt, Eielson; USAFSS airborne Morse intercept operator Sep 53 - Mar 55 37th RSM Kirknewton, Scotland, Mar 55 - Jan 59 2nd RSM Darmstadt, Germany, changed to 6911th RSM July 1956. Jan 59 - Jan 62 Det 1, 6988th Yokota AB, Japan (RB50 and C-130), Jan 62 - Jan 63 Det 1, 6927th Okinawa (C-130), Jan 63 - Dec 64 Goodfellow AFB, TX, Dec 64 - Dec 66 Clark AB, PI (ground), Dec 66 - Jul 67 Kelly AFB, TX (ground), Jul 67 - Jul 68 6949th Offutt AFB, Omaha, NB (RC135), Jul 68 - Feb 69 TSN, VN, EC47, Feb 69 - Mar 70 6949th Offutt AFB, Omaha (RC135), Mar 70 - Mar 73 6990th Okinawa, Japan (RC135), Mar 73 - May 75 6985th Eielson AFB, Alaska (RC135) May 75 Retired USAF. Lived in West Linn, OR, did volunteer work at the Air Museum twice a week. | |
| DWORZACK, Leonard F. | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| DWYER, Michael D. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01) | |
| DYCHES, Marion Sam | CMSgt/GS | 2002 | Asgn Hq USAFSS/LG. HoH 1985 | |
| DYER, DANIEL R. | Unk | 2008 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1963-65, Danang 1965-66 | |
| Dykeman, James W. | SSgt | 2023 | He served four years in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and Cold War as a member of the U.S. Air Force Security Service deployed to Japan and Germany. Jim received an honorable discharge and several medals, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. | |
| DYKSTRA, John J. | SSgt | 2019 | more info please | |
| DYMOND, Terry E. | Unk | 1983 | Chinese linguist. Okinawa | |
| DZOBA, Michael L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| EADS, James W. | Unk | 197? | 29XXX asgn Shiroi 1958, 6902nd/Kadena, Hq USAFSS/Plans | |
| EAGLE, Wayne A. | MSgt | 1979 | 202 asgn NSA | |
| EAKIN, Robert A. | SMSgt | 2017 | Korean and Vietnam War Vet; DFC and other meritorious awards while in Vietnam | |
| Early, Sheldon “Butch" | 2020 | He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. When the Vietnam War began to escalate, he felt the call to serve his country and promptly enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served in the 6994th Security Squadron. During his time in Vietnam, he developed a real affinity for the country and its people, choosing to live off-base so he could immerse himself in Vietnamese life and culture. Butch was proud of his service throughout his whole life. After all, the 6994th Security Squadron is still the most highly decorated squadron in the history of the current 16th Air Force and all of its predecessor organizations. | ||
| EASLEY, James | Col | 2019 | Need more info please | |
| EASTBERG, Mervyn Edwin | unk | 2013 | USMC, USAFSS - RU Linguist - 6950th RSM RAF Chicksands - 1959-60, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven GE 1960-62 | |
| EASTERLING, Douglas R. | Unk | 1998 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| EATON, Edwin L. | TSgt | 1977 | 702XX Asgn Misawa 70-71 | |
| EATON, Melville "Bo" | Col | 2005 | USAFSS Airborne Engineering in 1960s | |
| EATON, Ross | GS | 1994 | 32 yrs service with SS,ESC,AFIC; specialty unk | |
| EATON, William | Unk | 2008 | One of original FLR-9ers at Chicksands 1963-67 | |
| EBELING, Gary L. (Ebe) | Unk | 2013 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| EBERSOLE, Richard D. "Dick" | Unk | 2009 | Asgn USAFSS units in Danang, Vietnam, England, Greece, Taiwan | |
| EBLE, Charles H "Chuck" | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. Sanz school Aug 1960-May 1961. | |
| EBNER, Floyd A. | Unk | 1986 | SS Ol'Timer '57-'81; WWII vet | |
| ECKHARDT, Lawrence E. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05, 1961-07) | |
| ECKLER, Brian H. | MSgt | 2013 | USAFSS, RAF Sculthorpe, UK, Diyarbakir, TU, Andrews AFB, Md., Goodfellow AFB, Tx, Karamursel, TU, 6970 ESG, Ft Meade, Md., Corry Naval Station, Pensacola Fl., 6920 ESG, Misawa AB, Japan., AF CSC, Kelly AFB, Tx., Osan AB, Korea | |
| EDBORG, Kenneth Frans | Unk | 2014 | USAFSS - Ru/Czech Linguist - Japan, Pakistan, Lybia, Saudi Arabia and Germany, Goodfellow AFB and Ft Meade, MD | |
| EDDY, David H. | Lt Col | 2011 | 26 years USAF service - HOH - 1987 - Commander, 6994th and 6916th Security Service Squadrons, 3 Combat tours in Vietnam, NSA - Airborne Radio Direction Finding Program | |
| EDELEN, Joseph R | LtCol | 2010 | Dep Cmdr AFCD | |
| EDELSON, Richard A. | A2C | 1985 | 292x1 Misawa 1959 | |
| EDEN, Donald P. | Maj | 199? | SS Oll'Timer, Ops Off 6913thRSM, Bremerhaven, etc | |
| EDGETT, Joe | SMSgt | 1991 | USAFSS - Korea, Vietnam | |
| EDGREN, Robert D. | Col | 1975 | Ops Off, Cmdr 6920 ABG | |
| EDMONDS, John W. | SMSgt | 1993 | Asgn Kirknewton, Scotland; Kelly AFB, TX; Danang AB, Vietnam | |
| EDMONDS, Robert E. | TSgt | 2002 | Asgn Germany, USAFSS. Senior partner in Topeka law firm. | |
| EDMONDSON, Roy A. | MSgt | 2006 | Daze flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1964-65; Asgn Tripoli 1956-57, 6901st in early 60s | |
| EDMONSON, Stanley C. | Capt | 2001 | Comptrollers Office @ HQ USAFSS. | |
| EDWARDS, Charles O. | SMSgt | 1998 | Admin, SS Ol'Timer, 27-yrs; Cmd Staff, Taiwan, Vietnam, et al | |
| EDWARDS, Harry L | Lt Col | 2016 | Service 1942-73 Bronze Star, AFSC 8032/8016 - Commander - 6924th Sec Sqdn, Da Nang Vietnam - 1966-67, Austin, Texas; London, England; Bremerhaven and Frankfurt, Germany; and Ankara, Turkey | |
| EDWARDS, James W. (Jim) | Unk | 2012 | RU and Viet Linguist, 6921st RGM, Misawa, 6990th and Cam Ranh Bay | |
| EDWARDS, Robert Lee | unk | 2016 | Linguist - Okinawa, Vietnam | |
| EDWARDS, Ronald H. | MSgt | 1999 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| EGDAHL, Lenine S. | MSgt | 1982 | 292X - Misawa 1960 | |
| Egger, Robert P. | CMSgt | 2022 | He served in the United States Air Force and retired after 30 years as a Chief Master Sergeant. He then served an additional 19 years in the Civil Service, retiring as a GS-14 with the title Security Chief of the Air Intelligence Agency. His service included tours during the Korean and Vietnam wars and was awarded the Bronze Star for his service. He also volunteered at Security Service Federal Credit Union for almost 40 years, ultimately serving 8 terms as the Chairman of the Board. He was involved in the national credit union movement, and was once named Volunteer of the Year. He held leadership positions in numerous local and national service organizations. | |
| EGGER, Roger Dale | Lt Col | 2011 | HQ USAFSS (numerous - retired as Director of Security), Kirknewton -Scotland, Goodfellow, ESR, Ramstein - GE, Misawa - Japan | |
| EGLOFF, Robert F.A. | Maj | 2006 | Service in WWII, Korea, Vietnam; OSI agent; USAFSS Security | |
| EHLINGER, Joseph W. | LtCol | 2005 | USAFSS COMSEC vet | |
| Ehrenberger, Robert Merrill | 2024 | After graduating from Traverse City High School, he joined the Air Force, where he was sent to Syracuse University to study the Czech language. He proudly served four years of active duty as a linguist in Darmstadt, Germany. F | ||
| Ehrhardt, Jody Mae | SSgt | 2025 | After high school graduation in May 1967, she attended San Antonio College for one year, and in June 1968, Jody began her Civil Service career. She faithfully and honorably served the United States Department of Defense (Air Force) in a civilian capacity that spanned 43 years, from June 4, 1968, to December 31, 2011. ////Obit – Porter Loring Mortuary McCullough// Jody and I began our Civil Service careers a few months apart in 1968 at USAF Security Service, Kelly AFB. We enjoyed good times, lunches out, shopping, conversations, etc. She was a close friend since we met, and we stayed in touch over the years until her recent passing. I will miss her and value our friendship so much. She and I lost our husbands a few years apart and we supported each other through those difficult times. Love you, Jody, and I will miss you so very much. May you rest in peace alongside Andy. //Bonnie Herndon// | |
| EICHER, William J. "Bill" | UNK | 2011 | Chinese linguist; PY-Do and 6987th | |
| EICHLER, Thomas | LCol/GS | 2003 | WWII Vet; Goodfellow historian for 22 years | |
| EIFLER, Michael | Unk | 2016 | Linguist and Electronic Warfare specialist, USAFSS | |
| EISHA, Donald E. | A1C | 2002 | Misawa 1955 | |
| ELAM, Frank I. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-09) | |
| ELIA, William R. "Bill" | CMSgt | 2007 | 292 Morse Op asgn 6915th RSM/Japan, 6911th RSM, Darmstadt; SAC Abrn Cmd Post | |
| ELIASEN, Norman | GS | 1991 | SS Ol'Timer from Navy; Cmd P & P Staff | |
| ELIZONDO, Henry | unk | 2015 | Printer Systems Operator | |
| ELKINS, Robert J. "Bob" | TSgt | 2005 | Russian linguist asgn Darmstadt/2nd RSM mid-50s; headed German dept @ WVA Univ | |
| ELLER, Donald Richard Sr. | MSgt | 2012 | 202x, Misawa 1959-63, 22 years in USAF, Misawa | |
| ELLERD, James Leonard "Jim" | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-01, 1962-08) Okinawa and 6987th, then NSA civilian | |
| ELLERSON, Willard "Bill" | GS | 2010 | Hall of Honor 1990; DCS/National Programs at Hq ESC; Hq ESC/XRX Plans & Programs | |
| Ellingson, Edward M. | 2023 | Edward enlisted in the US Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict in January, 1961. He trained in San Antonio and San Angelo, and then was assigned to the Air Force Security Service Foreign Electronic Transmissions Analysis and served in Manila and at the National Security Agency in Washington DC. | ||
| ELLINGSON, Larry L. | AB | 2005 | 292x Misawa 1963 | |
| ELLIOT, Will J. | A1C | 1966 | 292x Misawa 1958 | |
| ELLIOTT, Donald R. | SMSgt | 2012 | Non-morse Intercept, Goodfellow. More Information please | |
| ELLIOTT, James F | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05) | |
| Elliott, Robert John Ernest | SMSgt | 2025 | A proud alumnus of Maryland University, Bob earned his associate’s degree which propelled him into a distinguished 26-year career in the United States Air Force. His commitment to his country did not cease with his military service; he continued to serve through government contracting with esteemed organizations such as BTAC, SAIC, and Leidos. His dedication was not just a profession but a call to duty, which he answered with honor and integrity. | |
| ELLIS, Bob | Col | 199? | Chicksands 1960s | |
| ELLIS, William H. | A1C | 1956 | SS ACRP linguist @ Yokota; lost on RB-50 msn 09-10-56 | |
| ELLISON, Curtis E. | Unk | 1996 | US Coast Guard, USAF, Vietnam, 6981th, Hakata, Japan | |
| ELLO, Paul S. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) | |
| ELMORE, Gordon L. (Gus) | unk | 2012 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, Daze flight 1958-69 | |
| Elsleger, James D. | 2020 | He attended Duquesne University for one year before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. Following his training, Jim served in Vietnam with the U.S. Air Force Security Service, serving as a "backender" with the 6994th Security Squadron. Vietnam era, airborne maintenance 6994th Scty Sq | ||
| ELY, James "Jimmy" | CMSgt | 2006 | Long time Big Safari; Airborne Maintenance | |
| EMBRY, James C. "Jim" | LCol | 1995 | Ops Off Cmd Staff; rated Navigator; USAFSS/XRX 1978. | |
| EMDY, Tom | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist, 1958-1966; in neighboring barracks during tragic fire at Syracuse | |
| EMERS, Thomas | TSgt | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| EMERSON, Paul | Unk | 2016 | Vietnam vet; 360 airborne missions | |
| EMERSON, Tom | Unk | 2011 | Russian Linguist/Cryptanalyst - 24 years AF service 1955-1979, retired from NSA in 1993 | |
| Emery, Brian A. | 2023 | He joined the USAF in 1959. He trained in Texas before embarking on a three-year tour of duty in England with USAFSS. Before being discharged in 1964, he was assigned to the National Security Agency as an intelligence analyst. In 1996, Brian retired from the NSA as a manager having spent a total of 37 years in government service. He enjoyed a multi-faceted cryptologic career at NSA with assignments in analytic, staff, liaison and management positions including three years as NSA Representative to two major U.S. military commands in the Far East. During his career he was awarded NSA's second highest honor, the Meritorious Civilian Service Award, for "Distinguished service while managing NSA's response to a high interest problem." In Japan, he met Sandy (Shull), who was at the time employed by the Department of Defense Overseas Schools Program as an English teacher. Brian and Sandy were married in 1974. He retired from NSA in 1996. | ||
| EMERY, Robert A. | Unk | 2001 | Morse op @ Bremerhaven in late 50s. | |
| EMERY, Steven L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| EMMETT, Bobby G. | A2C | 1977 | 292x Misawa 1960 | |
| Emmons, Albert D. | TSgt | 2020 | Al enlisted in the USAF in 1951 and served with the 3rd Bombardment Wing in Korea during the war. He continued to serve his country proudly for 20 years, many of those with the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS). During his time in the USAFSS, he was stationed in Okinawa, Pakistan, and San Antonio, where he retired from the Air Force Cryptologic Depot at Kelley AFB in 1971. | |
| ENDERLE, Dean "Dino" | Unk | 2008 | Asgn Chicksands, other USAFSS sites | |
| ENGA, James N. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| ENGBRETSON, Stewart "Stu" | CMSgt | 1996 | Premier Russian linguist @ Berlin many year; into HoH 1986; Belenko debriefer. Stu Engbretson Award given annually for TARP/TASE Programs. | |
| ENGELBRECHT, Henry Akers, Jr. | SSgt | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| ENGELBRECHT, John W. | SSgt | 2011 | Enlisted 1953-57, Bremerhaven, 41st/6913th RSM, "A" Trick, DF Sites (Fassberg and Schleswig) | |
| ENGLAND, Fred G. Jr. | LCol | 2001 | SS Ol'Timer; WWII vet; many SS/ESC asgnments world wide/Cmd&Staff | |
| ENGLAND, Marvin E. | Unk | 2017 | Morse Ops, 124 combat missions, 6994th | |
| ENGLER, Gary | Maj | 2011 | Cmdr 6922nd Det 4, Ramasun Stn, Thailand | |
| ENGLISH, Harold "Harry" | TSgt | 2004 | USAFSS in early 50s; Chicksands, Misawa, Zweibrucken, Tan Son Nhut; URC-53 | |
| ENSLIN, Robert L. | A1C | 1993 | Misawa 1955 | |
| ENSMINGER, Michael W. | A1C | 1971 | 203x Misawa 1963 | |
| EPP, Martin S. | UNK | 2013 | Misawa 54-56 | |
| EPPERSON, Charlie | unk | 2014 | USAFSS - 203X1-RU, Hof GE., Crete, Augsburg, NSA | |
| EPROSON, John W. II | Unk | 1994 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-01) | |
| ERICKSON, John W. | Unk | 2002 | Need info please | |
| ERIE, Robert | MSgt | 2013 | Hebrew Linguist, 6916th | |
| ERIKSEN, John G. | Unk | 1994 | Communicator, Cmd Staff, HQ ESR, Fkft, Gr, et al | |
| ERKINGER, Edward | MSgt | 1993 | Operations | |
| EROE, Paul R. | PFC | 1992 | 756V - Misawa 1949 | |
| ERWIN, Howard C. | A1C | 1998 | Misawa 1953 | |
| ESHLEMAN, Larry J. | Maj | 2008 | Chinese linguist asgn Yokota, Kadena; mustang ret Major; Army civ asgn CinCPAC; USAFSS airborne intercept operator (Chinese/Vietnamese linguist) who flew recon missions at DaNang, Yokota and Kadena from 1963-70. Sep 59 - Dec 59 203X1 Crse, 6970th, FGGM, MD, Jan 60 - Feb 61 6929th RSM, Osan, ROK, Mar 61 - Jul 62 Instructor, ALK 20331-MD, 6940 TTW, GAFB, TX, Jul 62 - Mar 63 Vietnamese, NCS, FGGM, MD, Apr 63 - Jul 64 Det 3, 6923d RSM, Bangkok, TH, 6925th RGM, Clark AB, RP, Det 2, 6923d RSM, DaNang, RVN (Monkey Mtn and EC-47, "Project SOUR GRAPES"), Aug 64 - Jan 66 6948th RSM, GAFB, TX, Mar 66 - Jul 67 6988th SS Yokota AB, JA (RC-130B, "COMMANDO LANCE"), Jul 67 - Dec 70 6990th SS/SG Kadena AB, JA (RC-135M, "COMBAT APPLE"), Jun 72 - Jun 74 HQ AF/IN, Pentagon Jun 74 - Sep 77 HQ 7602 AIG and various OLs, Sep 77 - Sep 80 FTD, WPAFB, OH, Aug 82 - Dec 86 HQ PACAF/IN Asian Area Specialist, Senior Analyst. Oct 87 - Apr 98 HQ US Army, Pacific (USARPAC/DCSINT) Fort Shafter, HI, Apr 98 - 2003 Foreign Affairs Specialist, G5/International Mil Affairs Div, HQ, USARPAC | |
| Eskew, Linda Lee Magee | GS-13 | 2021 | Linda had served 40 years at Goodfellow Air Force Base. Her positions included Cryptologic Linguist Measurement Evaluation Manager; Curriculum Chief for cryptologic linguists; and finishing her distinguished career as the Training Support Flight Chief, 316th Squadron, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas. She spearheaded the inception and acquisition of the initial linguist Voice Processing Training System (VPTS) Classic and has since been a pivotal part of the evolution of VPTS to become the Intelligence Training System, which is the backbone for all cryptologic training at Goodfellow. Her achievements include: 1997 CIA’s National Intelligence Certificate of Distinction, 1996 AETC Outstanding Intelligence Senior-Level Civilian of the Year, 1996 17th Training Wing Civilian of the Year, GS-10 and Above, 1995 17th Training Wing Federal Woman of the Year, 1994 17th Training Wing Training Development Section Chief of the Year. | |
| ESPOSITO, Ralph J. | unk | 2015 | NSA | |
| ESS, Van | LCol | 19?? | Cmd Hq Staff | |
| ESSLINGER, Jack Hobson | Capt | 1975 | Prior Chinese linguist, staff off, ordained minister, great guy. Brain tumor. | |
| ESTABROOK, Robert R. | Unk | 2005 | An early COMSECer | |
| ESTERS, William D. | Capt | 2007 | 202X0 analyst asgn Arlington Hall, Bremerhaven, Rhein Main, Darmstadt in 1950s | |
| ETHEN, Dennis | Unk | 2002 | Asgd Darmstadt. | |
| ETHRIDGE, David H. | Unk | 2005 | USAFSS 15th RSM vet | |
| EUBANK, Charles R. | SSgt | 1992 | Asgn Misawa 202x 60-63 | |
| EUBANK, Charles R. | Col | 1993 | SS OlTimer | |
| EUBANK, Grayden K. | Col | 2003 | WWII B-26 pilot; 6937th Base Commander @ Peshawar, Pakistan; USAFSS; NSA | |
| EUTSLER, Jimmie D. | Unk | 2007 | 292X1 Asgn Misawa/T4 1959-61 | |
| Evans, David Earl, SrA, USAFSS 9 | SrA | 2022 | He joined the United States Air Force in which he served from 1962-1965 where he ended as an E-4. He was a morse intercept operator in Vietnam. Throughout the rest of his life, David was proud to be a veteran. | |
| EVANS, Kelvin E. | LtCol | 2008 | Command pilot WWII, Korea, Vietnam; USAFSS command position in Vietnam; commanded USAFSS airborne units in Vietnam and at Rhein Main, Germany during the late '60s - early '70. 1951 Recalled to active duty with Utah Air National Guard for Korean War; flew B-26s over Korea during war returning to Vance AFB, OK in 1953 as B-25/B-26 instructor; 1954-60 non-USAFSS assignments in CONUS; 1960-63 6915th RSM/Hof Air Station, Germany; 1963-67 HQ USAFSS; 1967-68 6994th RSM/Saigon, Vietnam; 1968-72 6916th RSM/Rhein Main AB, Germany; 1972-75 HQ USAFSS | |
| EVANS, Phillip G. | Col | 1990 | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd DCS/P&P | |
| EVANS, Roger D. | Unk | 1996 | need info pls | |
| EVDOKIMOFF, Dimitri | Col | 1997 | Ops Off; SS Ol'Timer fm '50; Ops Off at Chicksands, et al | |
| EVERARD, James R. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| EVERETT, Gerald W. "Gerry" | MSgt | 2018 | Chinese and Vietnamese linguist; Yakota, Kadena, Osan, Ft Meade; COMBAT APPLE missions; IFEL 1962-01 | |
| EVERHART, Bruce U. | Unk | 2006 | asgn Misawa 1960-65 | |
| EVERIDGE, Eddie F. | MSgt | 2019 | more info please | |
| EVERSOLE, Robert E. | CMSgt | 1998 | Supply, SS Ol'timer from 50's; C46/C54 pilot Korea, retired in '67 | |
| Ewell, Randall K. | MSgt | 2023 | He joined the USAF and served for 20 years, rising to the rank of Master Sergeant, and received multiple medals and awards. According to USAFSS Facebook page, Randall attended X2 school at Corry Station Florida. His assignments included Crete in 1976 | |
| EZELL, Bobby | Unk | 2012 | USAFSS Crypto-maint, Electronic Security Europe early 1970's | |
| EZELL, Winston | Unk | 2001 | Assigned Misawa | |
| FABLE, Kenneth | SSgt | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM/Wiesbaden, Germany | |
| FACKLAM, Donald | A1C | 1970 | USAFSS - 6922nd Security Wing, PI | |
| Fadal, William, Kenneth | Colonel | 2025 | Affectionately referred to as "The Colonel" by friends and family, attended Texas A&M University, where he was a proud member of the Corps of Cadets. In 1961, upon graduating, he was commissioned into the USAF. Over the course of his distinguished 28-year career, he served as Commander and Chief of Security Police at most of his assignments, including: Lackland AFB, Texas; Shaw AFB, SC; Kadena AFB, Okinawa; Security Police Academy, TX; Laredo AFB, Texas; Takhli RTAFB, Thailand; Holloman AFB, NM; Howard AFB, Panama Canal Zone; Langley AFB, VA; Kelly AFB, Texas; and Kirkland AFB, NM. Under his command, he was most proud of the 355th Security Police Squadron earning Best Security Police Unit in the USAF for 1979 at Davis-Monthan AirForce Base, Arizona and of his 1,500 troops at Clark Air Base, Philippines earning Best Security Group in the United States Air Force in 1985. His staff assignments include serving as Electronic Security Command Chief of Security Police and as the Chief of the Plans and Programs Divisions at both HQ Tactical Air Command and at the HQ U.S. Air Force Office of Security Police where he retired in 1989. His service was recognized with numerous honors, but most notably include the Legion of Merit (one Oak Leaf Cluster), the Bronze Star Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal (4 OLC), the Air Force Commendation Medal (1 OLC), and the Supreme Command Master Badge from the Royal Thai Armed Forces. | |
| FAIDLEY, Alan E. | TSgt | 1996 | 6990 Scty Sq - AFSC A30173 | |
| FAILE, Ron | CMSgt | 2011 | 202XX, Goodfellow, 6884th Scty Sq-Ton Son Nhut, Vietnam | |
| Failor, Bruce E. | 2024 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force Security Service and was a Radio Intercept Officer from 1958-1962. He served in both Japan and the United States and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal. | ||
| FALCINELLI, ALBERT E | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 203x 58 | |
| FALES, David M. | SMSgt | 2009 | 732X0/Personnel asgn 6947th/March AFB, 6987th/Shu Lin Kou, Misawa | |
| FALKE, Oscar E. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - 6982nd Radio Squadron during the Korean Conflict | |
| Falkenberry, Alan D. | 2023 | A proud veteran, he flew 60 combat and 260 combat support missions to include Operations SOUTHERN WATCH, Allied Force, and Enduring Freedom. He moved around with his family, spending some of his childhood in Germany. Alan enlisted in the USAF in 1980. With an aptitude for languages, he entered the Vietnamese Cryptologic Linguist course at DLI and became a Cryptologic Linguist. He later cross-trained as a German Linguist and then finished his 22-year military career as an Arabic Cryptologic Linguist. He was knowledgeable in cultural, political, and military areas of study for over 20 countries. The military recognized Al for his honorable service with a Meritorious Service Medal in 2002 for service during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Noble Eagle; an Air Force Commendation Medal in 2000 for service during the Balkan and Iraqi Operations; an Air Force Achievement Medal in 1999 for outstanding performance during Operation Desert Fox; and numerous Aerial Achievement Medals. Following information provided by Tim "Attaboy" Attenhofer:Al and I spent the early part of our Air Force careers together. We were in USAF Technical School from June 1981 through March 1983. We then had our first assignment together in Okinawa, arriving in May 1983. Had a lot of fun together. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family on his loss. Much too young. Following information provided by Greg Edwards: Al was my supe at RAF Mildenhall and we hit it off well! Conversations ranged from cars and his Corvette, Tullamore Dew, places we’d been stationed, multiple trips to DLI, and so much more! I will definitely raise a glass to him. Following information provided by Todd Davidson: I remember being at Incirlik and a bunch of us headed over to bowl one night. Al and I ended up staying late and bowling maybe 10 more games with varying rules. | ||
| FALLON, John T. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| FALLON, Thomas | Unk | 2002 | USAFSS COMSEC vet. @ Brooks, Det 4/Germany. | |
| FANCHER, Clarence E. | TSgt | 1985 | Misawa 1963-65, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| FANCHER, Robert B. Jr. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-01) Taiwan, 6987th. Later commissioned. | |
| FARBE, Jerome J. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1962-63 | |
| FARGO, Charles R. | MSgt | 1990 | European Theater | |
| FARKAS, Paul | SSgt | 2016 | Vietnamese linguist asgn 6990th/Kadena | |
| FARMER, James C. | MSgt | 1996 | 292XX, Cmd Staff, ETO, Taiwan, et al | |
| FARNSLEY, Glenn | SMSgt | 2016 | USAFSS 1958-1979; 6987th RSM, Taiwan; 6911th, Darmstadt, Germany; 6950th Chicksands; 6993rd Medina Annex; 6903rd Osan, Korea | |
| FARR, Jesse C. | Unk | 2004 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FARRAR, Neil H. | CMSgt | 1966 | WWII, Korea, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Farrell, Grace Badayos Rivera, *** Spouse CMSgt (ret) Ray Farrell 10 | 2022 | Spouse CMSgt (ret) Ray Farrel. Grace was born into humble beginnings in Naga, Cebu, Philippines. Grace graduated from Colegio de San Jose-Recoletos College of Commerce in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. She first met her husband, CMSgt (ret) Ray Farrell, in December 1990 when he was stationed at Clark Air Base, Republic of the Philippines. They were married on June 24, 1991, just prior to Operation Fiery Vigil – the complete evacuation of U.S. Forces from the Philippines due to the Mount Pinatubo volcanic eruption. As a military spouse, Grace embarked on an exciting 20-year adventure with Ray and their three daughters (Marlena, Rayna, and Raquel). The U.S. Air Force took them to Utah, the Republic of Panama, Maryland, Japan, and Florida. In support of Ray’s exemplary career in the U.S. Air Force, Grace devoted her days caring for their three daughters and whichever stray Airman Ray brought over that needed a warm meal and a cold beer. Her home was always pristine but warm and welcoming to anyone and everyone. According to Joseph Figueroa, "In 1993, my Panamanian wife, daughter and myself went to this “foreign-to-us” land called Utah. I was one of those stray Airmen she accepted into her home. She also accepted my family. She empathized with the challenges my wife would face being away from her home for the first time and set us up for success. We are forever indebted. Grace was aptly named." | ||
| Farrell, Raymond T. | CMSgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the Air Force in 1979 and served just over 30 years in the service. He began his career in the Intelligence field as an Airborne Cryptologic Linguist in the 6990th Electronic Security Group, Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan from 1980-1985. He became a Direct Support Operator (DSO) with Detachment 3, 25th Intelligence Squadron immediately after the events of 9/11 in 2001. Ray “Tagalog” Farrell served a multi-faceted career as a Chinese and Tagalog linguist onboard USAF and USN aircraft, and notably as a pioneer for Direct Support Operators onboard Special Operations Command aircraft, HUMINT Interrogator/Debriefer, and Boom Operator. Not only did Ray model a superior enlisted career in the United States Air Force, but he was also the life of every party. Following provided by Joseph Figueroa: Ray, a lifelong friend, was my supervisor in Utah from 1993 to 1995 and was instrumental to my professional development. In addition, Ray and Grace (she is so aptly named) took a young Figueroa family under their wings and mentored us how to thrive as a family in the high ops tempo world we all lived in. I know our family is but one of many that benefited from their grace. His fingerprints are all over every aspect of our lives. | |
| FARRELLY, EUGENE F. | A2C | 1998 | 292x Misawa 62-63 | |
| FARRIS, Kenneth L. | Unk | 1993 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| FASCESKI, William E. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| Fast, Delbert Allan | 2025 | In 1964, Del enlisted in the US Air Force. Assigned to the Security Service, he undertook intensive Russian language study at Indiana University. From 1965 to 1968, he lived in Misawa, Japan. | ||
| FAU, Wayne B. | Col | 2008 | HoH Honoree; asgn Philippines, Turkey, Misawa/CC 74-77, Okinawa, Germany, Panama | |
| FAWCETT, Porter Jr. | Unk | 2002 | 291 asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| FAWCETT, Taylor Hutton Jr. "Leaky" | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01 1963-01) 6929th, 6987th, Danang AB, Hakata, Japan | |
| FEAZELL, Joe | MSgt | 2004 | Russian linguist asgn Ft Meade, Berlin in 1970's | |
| FEDORCHAK, Joseph B. | MSgt | 2007 | Non-Morse Intercept, 6913th - Bremerhaven ('62-'67), enlisted 1960-1980 | |
| FEENEY, Mark R. | Amn | 2010 | Asgn Misawa 1975 | |
| FEIGUM, Michael J. | Unk | 2011 | 6908th July 71 - Jun 72, DLI Monterey 1972 Arabic | |
| FEINMAN, Joel S. | Unk | 2012 | 203x1-2 Chinese llinguist; Py Do, Korea; Yakota AB, Japan; Osan AB, Korea (Blue Sky); flew in and out of Vietnam and Bangkok, 1963-65 | |
| FEIT, Donald L. | Unk | 2016 | 6913th RSM Bremerhaven, Germany | |
| FEIT, Stephen Saul (Steve) | A2C | 2018 | Language school IFEL-Yale 1957-58; stationed in Onna Point, Okinawa 1958-60. NSA 1960-68. 1968-1975 Private Industry. Social Security Admin. 1975-2006. | |
| Fekety, Daniel Mafus | MSgt | 2025 | He served in the United States Air Force for 22 years as Radio Communications Analysis Technician. At seventeen, between his junior and senior year at Sumter County, Dan joined the Marine Corps Reserve unit in Meridian, MS, and went off to Paris Island, SC, for Basic Training. Upon returning, he completed his senior year of high school, graduated, and entered the Active-Duty Marine Corps as a Private First Class. He was stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, NC. After one year in the Marines, Dan requested an interservice transfer to the Air Force. He tested out so high on the Air Force Vocational Aptitude Battery Exam (AFVAB), he was assigned to the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS). His talent working with state-of-the-art communication equipment took him to many assignments such as Wakkanai Air Station Japan, Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Vietnam, and other not-to-be-mentioned garden spots. He mustered out of service at Homestead AFB, Florida, in 1987 with 22 years of service and the rank of Master Sergeant. A few of his military awards include the Meritorious Service Medal with one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, Navy Meritorious unit Commendation, AF Overseas Ribbon with two Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, and Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. | |
| FELCH, Carl E. | A2C | 1997 | 292XX asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| FELLER, Robert M. | Chaplain | 2016 | 6918 RSM - Hakata | |
| FELLERS, Charles S. | SMSgt | 2004 | 20290 asgn San Vito, Pakistan, Okinawa | |
| FELLOWS, Ernest "Ernie" | GS | 19?? | Ol'Timer, Cmd Hq & AFSCC, et al | |
| FELSING, Robert H. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-01) | |
| FELT, Donald L. | Unk | 2017 | more info needed | |
| FELTZ, Walter G. | Unk | 2019 | Russian Linguist and Cryptologist for the Air Force and served in the Korean War, stationed in Japan. | |
| Fender, Johnny C. | Colonel | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1956, serving for 30 years. Johnny's career initially focused on flying fighter jets and was later promoted to Command and Staff positions involved with the Air Force pilot training program. Johnny logged 560 hours of combat air time in Vietnam. As a distinguished pilot he numerous medals, including the Silver Star for Valor, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, and a Bronze Star. Johnny retired as Base Commander of Goodfellow Air Force Base in 1986, choosing to make San Angelo his home for the remainder of his life. Johnny continued to embrace the San Angelo community by proudly serving as Mayor from 1997-2001. During his two terms of office, he led several delegations to Washington DC to discuss military and community issues with Pentagon and Congressional leaders. Governor Rick Perry appointed him to the Military Preparedness Commission in 2002. In 2001, he was awarded the Chamber of Commerce "Spirit of San Angelo" award. | |
| FENDER, William B. "Bill" | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) Later worked for IFEL as civilian. | |
| FENDERSON, John Jr. | TSgt | 1995 | 363x, Misawa 1958 | |
| FENNELL, Herbert "Herb" | Maj | 2005 | 202 asgn Darmstadt in 50s and early 60s then to OTS; retired as Major | |
| FENSTERMACHER, Robert A. (Bob) | Unk | 2013 | Misawa, 20 years, 30 years civil service | |
| FERENCHAK, Leonard (Len) | A2C | 2013 | Vietnam Vet - more info please | |
| Ferguson, Donald J. | SMSgt | 2021 | Don joined the Air Force in 1954. After basic training at Lackland AFB, he completed his Security Police training and was stationed at Medina Base in San Antonio where he met and married Shirley Artz. During his 26 years of active duty, he was also stationed in Alaska; Abilene, TX; the Philippines; Minot, ND; and Thailand. He retired from active duty while stationed at USAF Security Service, Kelly AFB in San Antonio. | |
| FERGUSON, James "Fergie" | A2C | 1958 | Opr (Russian linguist) killed Sep 2, 1958 in ACRP C130 shoot down | |
| FERGUSON, Wilson "Fergie" | TSgt | 2018 | 1N4XX; Phillipines and 93IS S&W analyst | |
| FERRELL, Clarence D. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| FERRILL, Howard Millard | Maj | 2019 | Army Demolition Expert with the 44th Infantry Divisionduring the Korean War. Joined the USAF in 1954, and was assigned to Andrews AFB, MD where he served as the Base CE Programmer, planning communicationselectronics and navigational aids and their supporting facilities for the base. Entered Office Candidate School (OCS) in 1958 and was commissioned in June 1959. He served in the Caribbean (Operation Power Pack), Europe (twice – Ramstein AFB and Frankfurt Germany), Japan and various stateside locations including Lackland AFB, TX; Scott AFB, IL; Andrews AFB, MD; Keesler AFB. He retired from the United States Air Force Security Service (Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency), now 25th Air Force, where he served with European Security Region (ESR/USAFSS), in Frankfurt, Germany, and the 6906th Security Squadron at Brooks Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, after 22 total years of military service | |
| FERRIS, John | MSgt | 2009 | Russian linguist asgn Berlin, Darmstadt, Eur Scty Rgn, Hof | |
| FETGATTER, Richard J. | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-10) | |
| FEWLESS, Gerry | unk | 2015 | more info needed | |
| FIDLER, Paul | Unk | 2005 | FTVA Member | |
| FIEDLER, Elmer M. | MSgt | 1996 | 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| FIELD, Raymond W | MSgt | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| FIELD, Russell W. | CMSgt | 199? | R10090, 1st-Sgt 6931 Scty Gp, Iraklion AS, Crete & Cmd Hq Staff, et al | |
| FIELD, William R. | SMSgt | 2005 | Asgn Texas, North Africa, DC, Ft Meade, Hawaii | |
| FIELDING, Dennis E. | Unk | 2013 | Misawa, 292x1 T4 1966-69, 202 T3 1973-75 | |
| FIELDING, Herbert | Capt | 19?? | Piloted SS 1st ACRP platform | |
| FIELDS, Edward B. "Little Juice" | Unk | 2017 | 6918th, Hakata | |
| FIELDS, Joel H. "Joe" | A2C | 1958 | Russian linguist op killed Sep 2, '58 in ACRP C130 shoot down | |
| FIELDS, Robert H. | Unk | 2008 | AC&W asgn Misawa 1954-56 | |
| FIERST, Henry P. Jr. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-01) | |
| FIFE, William P. | Col | 2008 | HoH; 1st Russ linguist in USAFSS; asgn 1st RSM, Japan, Korea; proved Comint concept | |
| FINCH, Robert | SMSgt | 2016 | 1st RSM Korea, San Antonio, Alaska | |
| Finch, Robert V. | 2022 | Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force and spent nine years in various assignments in Washington State, California, and Texas in Security and Law Enforcement as an Air Policeman. In 1959 he completed a course in Basic Russian at the Air Force Institute of Technology unit at Syracuse University. From 1961 – 1970 he completed tours in Trabzon, Turkey, Darmstadt, Germany, and Texas. In 1970 he completed a course in Vietnamese at Ft. Bliss, TX. with further assignment in Okinawa. From 1971-73, he flew 80+ missions in SEA combat zone and was awarded the Air Force three Oak Leaf Clusters. His unit was awarded three outstanding Unit Citations (AFOUC) and the Travis Trophy award. He retired from the Air Force in January 1974 after 23 years, 6 months, and 5 days of service. He joined the American Express Military Banking as a Branch Manager at Kadena AFB. From 1978 to 1997 he had multiple posts in Japan, Greece, Germany, and Indiana, retiring as an Asst. Vice President. Bob was a beloved member of the Okinawa Kai of Washington DC for many years. He served as an officer, supported the Education Fund Committee for 20 years, and helped to promote a better understanding of Okinawa culture in the communities. | ||
| FINDLING, William F. | A2C | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's, 702xx, Tan Son Nhut (SSO), Alaska, Misawa 1962 | |
| Fineout, Barry B. “Huck” | A1C | 2025 | He proudly served in the United States Air Force Security Service for 8 years between Italy, Alaska, and Scotland. | |
| FINLEY, Elgan Yound "EY" | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| FINLEY, Joe | Unk | 2010 | 202X0 asgn Misawa late 50s/early 60s | |
| FINUCAN, Ed E. | Unk | Unk | Russian 203 asgn Germany 1953-56; need addtnl info please | |
| FIRMIN, Wade E. | Lt Col | 2012 | ||
| FIRTH, Darryl "CB" | SMSgt | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer ACRP/Rhein-Main, Offutt; premier gunner; wealth of target knowledge | |
| Fischer, Joseph Philip | A1C | 2025 | Joe trained with the Army National Guard of Ohio in 1960 and then joined the U.S. Air Force. The Air Force sent him to Yale University to learn the Chinese language and to study Chinese culture, distinguishing him as a Mandarin Specialist. He then served as an Intelligence Officer in Taiwan, working as a Voice Intercept Processing Specialist. Joe concluded his service at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota, in January 1965. | |
| FISCHER,Jerome (Jerry/Offisde) | Unk | 2014 | Need more info please | |
| Fish, William R. | 2021 | He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and was stationed in Germany and the United States as part of the USAF Security Service. | ||
| FISHER, Donald E. | MSgt | 2007 | Russian linguist asgn Shiroi, Yokota, Rhein Main, Eielson, Offutt | |
| FISHER, Harold C. Jr. | SMSgt | 1974 | Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| FISHER, Larry E. | SSgt | 2007 | Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| FISHER, Titus D. "Dewitt" | Unk | 2011 | 293x, Misawa 1953 | |
| Fisk, Richard C. | 2023 | In July 1947, Richard enlisted into the US Navy serving until May of 1950. In January of 1951 Richard enlisted in the USAF until he retired in April 1968. Richard continued a “Military” career after retirement from active duty in the US Air Force by his employment as a US Government Federal civilian employee with the Department of the Army. When on active duty with the USAF he served three years overseas in the Far East during the Korean Conflict and in Europe for two tours totaling seven years during the “Cold War”. He also served seven years in the USAF Security Service during his tours in the Far East and Europe. Richard was proud of his combined 40 years of service with the Department of Defense either on active duty or as a civilian employee | ||
| FITTON, John | Unk | 2018 | Airborne Chinese/Russian linguist | |
| FITTS, Richard "Dick" | MSgt | 2009 | 202X0 asgn Zweibrucken, Birkenfeld | |
| FITZGERALD, John J. | SMSgt | 2002 | Asgd Keesler, Kirknewton, Ashiya, Chicksands | |
| FITZGERALD, Melvin H. | Unk | 2009 | Russian linguist asgn Berlin, Brindisi | |
| FITZHUGH, William A. | Sgt/E-4 | 2016 | Russian linguist, Darmstadt and Berlin; 1969-1973 | |
| FITZPATRICK, John T. "Fitz" | MSgt | 2007 | 292 asgn 6901st (1961-63); to Navy then back to USAF; great basketball, baseball | |
| FITZSIMONS, Joseph E. | Unk | 1999 | 292X1 asgn 41st/6913th RSM Bremerhaven 1954-56 | |
| FIVEASH, Kenneth L. | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1969-71 | |
| Flage, Gary L. | 2020 | He enlisted in the US Air Force and studied Russian linguistics. While at Goodfellow AFB, Gary met Marilyn Treadwell, whom he married on March 19, 1966. Their daughter Karon was born when stationed at Elmendorf AFB in Alaska. Being honorably discharged in 1968, the family returned to San Angelo in 1970. | ||
| FLATTEN, John M. | Col | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer '63; SJA | |
| FLEEGLE, Donald Ray | CMSgt | 2018 | Lifetime FTVA; 6913th (Bremerhaven); more info needed | |
| FLEISCHMANN, Ervin C. | CMSgt | 1985 | SS Ol'Timer; into HoH '84 | |
| FLEMING, James Jr. | Maj | 2015 | Maintainer retired in 1988. maintained FLR-9 at Karamursel, stationed at HQ ESC, and worked on SR-71's | |
| FLEMING, Josiah B. "Joe" | MSgt | 1978 | Asgn Korea, Vietnam | |
| FLEMING, MICHAEL V. | Unk | 1990 | 202x T3 Misawa 61-62 | |
| FLETCHER , Michael G. | Unk | 1998 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-10) Date Uncertain | |
| FLETCHER, Hiram Brown | SSgt | 1989 | Korea, Vietnam, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FLETCHER, Marvin J. (Big Marv) | MSgt | 2010 | NCOIC, Special Sigs, 6988th Yokota 1965, Tehran | |
| FLODINE, James | Unk | 2009 | USAFSS COMSEC vet; asgn Det 4, 136th CSS in Germany | |
| FLOYD, Howard J. "Howie" | Sgt | 2009 | 292X1 asgn 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, and Vietnam | |
| FLOYD, Robert K. | Maj | 1984 | Need info please | |
| FLUELLEN, George B. | Cpl | 1971 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1951- | |
| FLYNN, Doyce D. | A2C | 1999 | 292X 1962- | |
| FLYNN, James F. | Unk | 2018 | 202 classroom instructor at Goodfellow; Chicksands | |
| FLYNN, Riley A. | MSgt | 2001 | One of Doyle Larsen's boys; Chinese linguist, 10th,16th,88th, 90th;a terrific mentor,leader,NCO. | |
| FLYNN, Robert M. "Marty" | TSgt | 2001 | AIA, JTF-FA linguist, "Dogger" downed in Vietnam. | |
| FOGG, Lewis W. | Col | 2003 | HoH 1984; US Army and USAF; HQ USAFSS Pioneer | |
| FOLEY, Mike | MSgt | 1994 | 202XX, 208X2A, Spanish Instructor, RC-135 V/W, C-130 SENIOR SCOUT AMS, and EC-130 COMPASS CALL Flyer | |
| FOLK, Joseph R. | MSgt | 1996 | OPSEC Program analyst; as military & Civ | |
| FOLKERTS, Arthur | Maj | 2008 | Det D (Berlin) Commander 1954 | |
| FOLTZ, Floyd L. Jr. | Unk | 2001 | 2nd/10th RSM vet from 1949-55. Pioneer in transfer of 2nd RSM from ASA to USAFSS | |
| FONTANA, Theodore "Ted" | MSgt | 198? | SS ACRP,202xx,asgd Zweibrucken, Hof Ger; Chicksands Eng, Offutt AFB | |
| Foote, Wesley Allan | TSgt | 2025 | After graduating high school in 1983, Wesley went straight into the U.S. Air Force, completing boot camp in San Antonio, Texas at Lackland Air Force Base. He was later stationed at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, and then at Misawa Air Force Base in Misawa, Japan, where he served for three years as a Morse Code Intercept Operator. He eventually returned to Lackland as a Military Training Instructor in 1988. It was during this time in San Antonio that Wesley met his wife, Diane. In 1994, Wesley graduated from the San Antonio Police Department Training Academy and earned his pilot's license in 1997. He flew with the Blue Eagle helicopter unit for the SAPD from 1998 to 2004. He continued his flying career as a helicopter pilot for offshore oil companies, Rotorcraft & Chevron until January 2021, shortly after receiving his glioblastoma diagnosis. Wesley continued his commitment to the military by serving in the National Guard in 2022. | |
| FORAN, Rory | Capt? | 2012 | 8045, Samsung, TU, Det 1, 6916th SS, Athens early 1970's and then NSA | |
| Forbes, Alan Dale | 2025 | Alan was a Vietnam vet. He retired from the Air Force and later retired from the National Security Agency, after working for over 20 years each. According to Paul Talbott, Very sorry to hear of Al's passing. I also served with the 6924th Security Squadron, RVN. Al was a regular attendee at our annual reunions. He also attended many of our USAF ROTC scholarship award ceremonies at the UNC in Charlotte. You will be missed Al! According to Kevin Critzer, I served with Al in the Air Force in Japan , Viet Nam and Thailand. He was always someone you could depend on and always would make everyone laugh. A truly wonderful person. He truly will be missed. According to Dave Masson, Al was a great down-to-earth individual. He was a forever friend from the Air Force and Vietnam. | ||
| FORD, Daniel | TSgt | 2015 | 1978-1988 Polish and Russian linguist; 6990th and 6988th; known artist | |
| FORD, Steve | SMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, long time Skivvy Niner | |
| FORD, William Ray (Bill) | unk | 2015 | French Morocco, Ft. Walton, FL. From 1957-58, Denver, CO, Biloxi, MS, Alaska in 1959 and 1965-67, Germany 1960-63, San Antonio 1963-65, Ft. Meade, MD, 1967-69 and 1971-74, Taiwan 1969-71 | |
| Fordham, Virgil C. | Major | 2023 | He was assigned to the 2nd RSM that stood up USAFSS in 1948. //USAFSS Facebook Page// Virgil Fordham, age 94, was one of the two last surviving people that stood up USAFSS. //USAFSS Facebook Page// Virgil was a Russian linguist. He is quite a man that made significant contributions during the formative years when USAFSS was activated in 1947. //USAFSS Facebook Page// One of a kind who started out as Morse Intercept Operator and later Radio Linguist. He built the beginnings of the 2nd RSM, and later created a detachment in Berlin. //USAFSS Facebook Page// | |
| FORDICE, James "Jim" | Unk | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Xfrd from ASA to AFSS w/original 2nd RSM 1949 | |
| Foreman, Bruce I. | TSgt | 2021 | After high school graduation, he studied engineering at Virginia Tech, before joining the USAF. Bruce was selected to study Mandarin Chinese at the Institute of Far Eastern Languages at Yale University. His military enlistment with the Air Force Security Service took him to numerous locations throughout the United States, as well as foreign assignments including Korea, Japan, Okinawa, Vietnam, and Taiwan. After a distinguished military career, Bruce retired from the USAF in 1978 with twenty years of active-duty military service. While stationed at Goodfellow AFB, Bruce met Marilynn Marshall, a student at Shannon School of Nursing; and they married in San Angelo in 1965. They raised two children and settled in San Angelo after Bruce’s retirement from the USAF. Upon retirement, Bruce owned and operated his own photography studio in San Angelo, earning a reputation as an accomplished portrait and wedding photographer. He later returned to civil service at Goodfellow AFB and served as a staff photographer until his civilian retirement in 2000. | |
| FOREMAN, Vance A. | Lt Cmdr | 2007 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FORESEE, Doy L. | Unk | 2007 | Asgn 6927th SS, 6911th SS | |
| FORREST, Carl M. | Unk | 1986 | 203 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| FORRESTER, James A. "Al" | Unk | 2000 | Asgn Keesler, Elmendorf, Shemya, Kirknewton, Chicksands | |
| FORSETH, William N. | Unk | 1985 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FORSMAN, Robert "Bob" | Unk | 2003 | USAFCOMSEC Vet. Asgn Hawaii; McClellan. | |
| FORTIER, Gerald "Frenchie" | SSgt | 2008 | Asgn 6913th/Bremerhaven 1955-59 | |
| Fortier, Hildegard | 2020 | Spouse of Gerald Fortier USAFSS. She was born March 27, 1939 in Bremerhaven, Germany. Hillie and Frenchie were planning to host the 2008 Squadron Reunion in Sacramento, CA when Frenchie passed away. Zane and Terri Maddox hosted the 2008 Reunion. She had many, many friends in the 6913th, and will be missed. According to John and Lori Anderson, "Our recollection of Hilli, was our meeting at our wedding in Bremerhaven just a few days before Bert and Hilli's wedding. She was slight-of-build, beautiful, and fun-filled then, as she ever was. Fremchie and I, with 4 other guys. worked in the squadron mailroom after our clearances were pulled pending marriage. We really enjoyed that period of our lives. Rest in peace deal Hilli and Bert, dancing in the clouds." | ||
| Foshee, Robert L. | 2021 | He joined the USAF and served in Security Service. He said, "I grew up with these guys, we all became men together." They were still his dear and special friends. After all these years they get together yearly for a reunion in Myrtle Beach, SC. | ||
| FOSTER, Robert E. | SSgt | 1966 | Asgn 3rd RSM, St Lawrence; AC-47 door gunner KIA Vietnam | |
| FOUST, Leonard David Jr. | unk | 2011 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1962-64 | |
| FOWLER, Fred M. | TSgt | 1999 | ||
| FOWLER, George D. Jr. | Capt/GS | 2005 | Asgn Bremerhaven late 50s as Sq Tech Svcs Off, NSA as Crypto/Comm off | |
| FOWLER, Jackie Gene | Sgt | 1995 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FOWLER, James "Jim" | MSgt | 2008 | Russian linguist asgn San Vito, Chicksands | |
| FOWLER, Sanford O. | PFC | 1993 | Misawa 1950 | |
| FOWLKES, JACK W. | A1C | 2003 | 203x in Misawa 56- | |
| FOX, Joseph W.. | GS | 1994 | AFSCC; 20-yrs military; 14 yrs Security Depot, SATx | |
| FRAASE, Brent D. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962- 01) | |
| Fradd, Larry A. | Sgt | 2023 | He graduated from Great Bend High School, Class of 1968, then served his country as a sergeant in the United States Air Force Security Service during the Vietnam Conflict. | |
| FRALISH, Perry J. | MSgt | 2000 | 202X0 Analyst asgn Crete, Augsberg, Ft Meade late 70s/early 80s, analyst instructor NSA '83; | |
| FRAME, Hollis L | SSgt | 1981 | Asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| FRANCIS, James A. | SSgt | 1997 | 647XX Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| FRANCISCO, Michael Cabell (Cisco) | Col | 2011 | Headquarters Air Force Intelligence Command (XP) and the Air Force Electronic Warfare Center from May 1991 to July 1993 | |
| FRANCOUR, Robert J. | Unk | 1999 | 2293x, Misawa 1955, AF 1954-57 | |
| FRANDSEN, Richard L. | Unk | 2000 | Served with 2nd RSM | |
| Frank, David H. | Lt Col | 2024 | He attended Florida State University, where he graduated in 1964 and received his commission in the Air Force. He became an Intelligence Officer after graduation from Signal Intelligence Officer's School at Goodfellow AFB, TX. While stationed at Little Rock AFB, AR, Dave met the love of his life, Linda Hill. He is a graduate of the Junior Officer Cryptologic Career Program at the National Security Agency (NSA). He received a master's degree in Economics from the University of Utah in 1976 while stationed at the NSA Office at HQ USEUCOM, Stuttgart, Germany. As the Operations Officer of the 694th Security Squadron at Offutt AFB, he flew on RC-135 Rivet Joint, Combat Sent, and the reconnaissance version of the C-130 aircraft. After being stationed at many locations worldwide, he was transferred to Colorado Springs as the Electronic Security Command Representative (now 16th Air Force (Cyber) to NORAD, U.S. Space Command, and Air Force Space Command. He helped establish the first U.S. Space Command and was instrumental as a space expert in reestablishing the present U.S. Space Command. He retired from the Air Force in 1985 and spent the next 25 years working on national defense issues as a contractor. He specialized in Space Intelligence and Space and Control, working with federal intelligence agencies to put on the Schriever War games. His work with national intelligence agencies helped form National Intelligence Estimates. | |
| FRANK, Earl | CMSgt | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Chicksands, Alaska, San Antonio in 70s | |
| FRANK, LYNN C. | MSgt | 1991 | 292x in Misawa 58-60 | |
| FRANKE, Harry H. | Unk | 2003 | 293 asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| FRANKLIN, Dale | MSgt | 2007 | Asgn San Antonio, Landstuhl, Sembach, Kirknewton, Izmir | |
| FRANKLIN, Loras E. | Maj | 2006 | Non-Morse Op then intel off; asgn GAFB, 6906, 6912, 6922, 6950, Hq IG | |
| Franzese, Anthony Albert | Col | 2024 | With a remarkable 26-year tenure in the United States Air Force, his military career was distinguished by his strategic acumen and leadership, touching the lives of many who served with him. His many assignments included a successful squadron command tour and multiple deployments, one of which was a year-long tour in Iraq as Director of Intelligence with Combined Joint Task Force Troy that focused on countering the improvised explosive devices (IED) threat to coalition forces across Iraq. He finished his career as the Director of Intelligence at Headquarters Twelfth Air Force Base (Air Forces Southern) at Davis-Monthan AFB in Arizona. His exceptional service and leadership throughout his career was recognized with various honors to include a Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars, and two Defense Meritorious Service Medals. Following his retirement as an Air Force Colonel (0-6) from active duty, he continued to contribute his expertise to the field as an Operations Integration & Innovation Planner at 16th Air Force with Booz Allen/Leidos. | |
| Frass, Charles N. | 2025 | He served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years, spending time in Italy and Germany, a memory he brought up many times during these past few months. When not oversees, he completed the Basic Russian Program at Syracuse University, speaking Russian up until the end. He worked for Niagara Mohawk for 34 years and the New York Power Authority for over 2 years until he retired to care for his wife. During this time, he also served in the New York Air National Guard for three years.//Obit – The Post Standard// Charlie served in Brindisi from 1966 to 1968. //USAFSS Facebook Site// | ||
| FRASUR, Eugene | MSgt | 2018 | Russian linguist, Korean and Vietnam-era | |
| FRAZER, Alexander “Sandy†III | A1C | 1998 | R203X0-2; 6924SS Da Nang/Monkey Mountain 65-66 | |
| FRAZIER, Carl A. | Unk | 1994 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| FRAZIER, Elmer O. | A2C | 2011 | 702x, Misawa 1958 | |
| FRAZIER, Normal L. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| FRAZIER, Robert Charles, Sr. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04, 1959-10)Â | |
| Frederick, Michael James | Capt | 2024 | With a remarkable 26-year tenure in the United States Air Force, his military career was distinguished by his strategic acumen and leadership, touching the lives of many who served with him. His many assignments included a successful squadron command tour and multiple deployments, one of which was a year-long tour in Iraq as Director of Intelligence with Combined Joint Task Force Troy that focused on countering the improvised explosive devices (IED) threat to coalition forces across Iraq. He finished his career as the Director of Intelligence at Headquarters Twelfth Air Force Base (Air Forces Southern) at Davis-Monthan AFB in Arizona. His exceptional service and leadership throughout his career was recognized with various honors to include a Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars, and two Defense Meritorious Service Medals. Following his retirement as an Air Force Colonel (0-6) from active duty, he continued to contribute his expertise to the field as an Operations Integration & Innovation Planner at 16th Air Force with Booz Allen/Leidos. | |
| FREDETTE, Douglas A. | MSgt | 2016 | Northeast Cape, Alaska; Frankfurt and Darmstadt, Germany; Shu Lin Kou, Taiwan; HQ USAFSS; Goodfellow AFB | |
| FREEMAN, Howard E. Jr. "Bubba" | Unk | 2010 | ||
| FREEMAN, Jerry R. | SMSgt | 2010 | Asgn 6924th/Danang | |
| FREEMAN, Thomas W. | Maj | 1986 | Need info please | |
| FREIDEL, William J. | A2C | 2006 | 292x, Misawa 1960-61 | |
| FREITAG, Daniel H. | TSgt | 1992 | SS communicator in Germany, Crete, Japan; SSO at Adana, retired '73 | |
| FRENCH, Chancel T. | Lt Col | 2017 | HoH 1990; linguist, Ops Officer, and Commander. Founded ESC Honor Guard. 6916th, NKP, Offutt, 6948th, HQ ESC | |
| French, Elizabeth Hunter Dawson | 2020 | Spouse of John F. French. In December 1965, Liz came to Syracuse, New York, where she married John French, who was in the USAF and attending Syracuse University. John had spent the previous three years stationed in Scotland. Liz then became a USAF wife and accompanied her husband on his travels to Turkey, Maryland, Texas, Okinawa, and finally San Angelo where she lived until her death. She was a Red Cross volunteer for 35 years. According to Dave Highlands, "Had occasion to meet with Liz once in Okinawa and at least once in San Angelo." | ||
| FRENCH, James H. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) Probable date. | |
| FRENCH, Norman E. | MSgt | 1986 | Korea, Vietnam, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FRENCH, Raymond K. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-10) Date Uncertain | |
| FRENCH, Russell L. | Col | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer; Cmdr COMSEC | |
| FRICK, Carlos W. | Unk | 2017 | 6913th RSM Bremerhaven, Germany; 1955-58 | |
| FRIEDEL, William J. | A2C | 292x 1960-61 | ||
| FRIEDERICH, Ronald R. | MSgt | 2014 | 207X1 - 6949th Offutt AFB, 6985th Eielson AFB, 6994th Vietnam | |
| FRIESEN, Dale M. | MSgt | 2007 | Vietnamese linguist asgn 6990th/Kadena | |
| FRISCHMUTH, Patricia "Pat" | GS | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer from 1950, maiden name Twitchell, Cmd Hq, SSFCU 1st female Chair. | |
| FRITZ, Duane L. | SSgt | 2008 | 702X0 Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| Fritze, Robert Carl | 2025 | Bob graduated from Coxsackie-Athens High School in 1957 and enlisted in the USAFSS. Bob was a proud, patriotic veteran who served his country with honor from 1957 to 1961. He was stationed in Texas, Mississippi, California, and Turkey. | ||
| FRIZZELL, William "Bill" | SMSgt | 2010 | Abrn 292 asgn 6994th | |
| FROST, Monty R. | A2C | 1984 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1953-54 | |
| FROST, Wayne L. | Unk | 2010 | Korea, Vietnam, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| FRY, Daryl R. | Unk | 2013 | Misawa, 1962-64 | |
| FRY, Louis C. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Misawa 1974-77 | |
| Frye, Christopher A. | SMSgt | 2024 | Chris and I were stationed together at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. He was a RIVET JOINT Airborne Mission Supervisor. His assignments also included Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. The following information was posted at findagrave.com. Name: FRYE, CHRISTOPHER ALAN Rank & Branch: SMSGT US AIR FORCE War Period: AFGHANISTAN Date of Death: 05/01/2024 Cemetery: WASHINGTON STATE VETERANS CEMETERY | |
| FRYE, Gary E. | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07) | |
| Frye, William “Bill” | 2025 | He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War as a Russian linguist intercept operator. He met his wife Shirley at the Lyceum in London. | ||
| FUCHS, RAYMOND F. D. | Unk | 1989 | 292x Misawa 53- | |
| FUHRMAN, Delbert "Del" | LtCol | 2004 | Hq USAFSS Chief, Abrn Sys Engr Div 1967-71 | |
| Fulk, Waylon Ornin | Maj | 2025 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1954. In 1958, while stationed in Ramstein Air Base, Germany, he married his childhood sweetheart, Jimmie Eloise Walters. Waylon was trained as a linguist (Hungarian and Russian) before receiving his commission through the Officer Candidate School in 1962 and then became a pilot in 1963. He served with the 344th Bomb Squadron, flew C-130s with the 777th Tactical Airlift Squadron, and later piloted AC-130 Spectre gunships in Vietnam. A command pilot, he flew 104 combat missions in Vietnam, earning the Silver Star, Purple Heart, and Distinguished Flying Cross for gallantry. Waylon finished his Air Force career flying C-130 transport with the 317th Tactical Airlift Wing and retired in 1975 after 21 years of service. | |
| Fulkerson, David E. | Colonel | 2022 | He was in the United States Air Force and the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era. He was a Russian linguist for Air Force Intelligence. Shelia Butt recommended to Governor Haslam that he be appointed as an Honorary Tennessee Colonel Adjutant in honor of his services through the library. Also, Dolly Parton recognized him for bringing the Imagination Library to Spring Hill. | |
| FULLER, Charles Edward | MSgt | 2011 | AMT | |
| FULLWOOD, Al | CMSgt | 2013 | 30 year veteran. WWII, Korea and Vietnam Vet…participated in the Berlin Airlift. Last 16 years in USAFSS, retired in 1975. Inducted into Hall of Honor in 1988 | |
| FULMER, James E. | SSgt | 2005 | 292x, Misawa | |
| FULTON, Jerry D. | MSgt | 2010 | 202 - Brady - 6918th, 6922d - Okinawa, SAC 1964-75 | |
| FULTON, Richard D. | Unk | 2017 | One term, 1960-64, Okinawa, 62-64 | |
| FURLONG, Charles E. | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10) | |
| FURTAW, Charles J. "Chuck" | unk | 2014 | Misawa, 702, 1973-76 | |
| GABEHART, Jack H. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-11) | |
| GABLE, George D. | CMSgt | 1997 | First ground radio maint supvr @ 6937th/Peshawar, Pakistan. Great boss. | |
| GABOURY, Charles "Chuck" | UNK | 1996 | Cryppie - 6990th, 6994th, Instr @ Goodfellow | |
| Gadson, Willie E. | CMSgt | 2021 | Retired Chief Master Sergeant Willie Edward Gadson, affectionately known as “Lump”, always talked about the military and always had stories to tell everyone that he met. His obituary was listed in the 6994th.com | |
| GAEDE, Michael C. | A2C | 2010 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1963- | |
| GAFFEY, Patrick W. | unk | 2013 | 291x - T4 Misawa 1955-58 | |
| GAFFORD, HULET | Unk | 2009 | 202x 58-59 | |
| GAINES, Leonard J. | SMSgt | 2002 | USAFSS ol' timer who spent most of his time at Command. | |
| GAINES, Ralph M. | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; WWII USN; SS Ops from '51; Mason Somerset Lodge | |
| Galbraith, Jack | A1C | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and surveilled foreign intelligence as a Morse Code intercept operator on Shemya Island, Alaska (now Eareckson Air Station). A decorated Airman 1st Class, Jack was honorably discharged while stationed at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, MS. | |
| GALE, Eric K. | SMSgt | 2019 | Russian linguist, airborne AMS, 169th UTANG, Pentagon - NGB | |
| GALICA, Stanley F. | SSgt | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1967 | |
| GALIN, Ronald B. "Ron" | LCol | 1993 | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Staff; Dir San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo; 32° Mason&Shriner | |
| Gallagher, Bruce | 2021 | He enlisted in USAFSS in 1960. After learning Russian at Indiana University, he was deployed to Hof/Sale (Germany). While there he enjoyed traveling to many European locations. | ||
| Gallagher, Harry J. | SrA | 2021 | He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1981-1985 and obtained the Rank of E4 and served in Electronic Security Command. He received a Medal for Good Conduct, served Overseas and was a Small Arms expert Marksman. | |
| GALLAGHER, John A. | SMSgt | 1997 | US Merchant Marine, USAF, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| GALLAGHER, Robert | Unk | 2018 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan; State Dept, Intel Director for 5 Secretaries of Commerce; FSO in Yugoslavia, South Korea, and West Germany | |
| GALLAGHER, Thomas K. | Col | 2011 | Russian Linguist - Texas, England, Germany, Russia/USSR, Southeast Asia, Okinawa, Washington DC, and Hawaii | |
| GALLEGOS, Pedro Guillermo | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10, 1961-01) | |
| GALLIGAN, Walter T. | LGen | 2010 | USAFSS Commander 1973-74; 5th AF Commander | |
| Galliher, Jacob Michael | SSgt | 2023 | Passed away November 29, 2023 after the CV-22 Osprey crash in Japan. He was based at Yokota Air Force Base in Western Tokyo, Japan. Jacob joined the United States Air Force in August of 2017. Jacob's first assignment was to the 25th Intelligence Squadron in Hurlburt Field, FL, until August of 2022. Upon arriving in Japan, he served as a Direct Support Operator assigned to the 43rd Intelligence Squadron, Detachment 1, Operation Location – Alpha, 363rd Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing. Jacob received many honors throughout his career. He was an Honor Graduate of Basic Military Training, a distinguished graduate of the Cryptologic Language Analyst course, an Honor graduate of the Defense Language Institute's Chinese Language Course. He was fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Jacob was recognized with The Air Force Achievement Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and Air Force Meritorious Unit Award. | |
| GALLION, Donald E. “Don†| TSgt | 2000 | R304X4; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| GALLOWAY, Charles B. | Unk | 1996 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 20 years | |
| GALLOWAY, EMANUEL T. | TSgt | 1998 | 304 asgn Misawa 1955- | |
| GALLOWAY, Gerald R. | A1C | 2003 | Misawa, 1957- | |
| GALYEAN, THOMAS W. | TSgt | 1996 | 702 asgn Misawa 1963-65 | |
| GAMBELL, Robert A. "Bob" | LCol | 1986 | SS Ol'timer; Admin Off, Cmd Hq, Japan, Turkey; Ret 1966 | |
| GAMMELL, Robert "Dean" | LCol | 1998 | AFSS Ol'timer, worked Cmd Hq, NSA, DIA, CIA | |
| GANNON, Randal E. | MSgt | 2002 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 23 years | |
| Ganson, Philip J. | A1C | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF, serving from 1952 to 1956, based at San Antonio, Texas (Kelly Field). He was assigned to the 6913th Radio Squadron Mobile, USAFE Security Service, at Bremerhaven, Germany. | |
| GARBERSON, John R. "Mr G" | LCol | 1998 | Engineer, SS Ol'timer, Cmd Hq, NSA, Turkey (Sam & Trab); Masonic Lodge, FTVA | |
| GARCIA, Federico (Fred) Ricardo Jr. | GS | 2011 | Computer Scientist - USAFSS - AIA (40 yrs of distinguished service) US Navy 1955-64 | |
| GARCIA, Hector X. | A1C | 2005 | Misawa 1955 | |
| GARCIA, Roberto A. "Bob" | SMSgt | 2008 | First MK AMS; originally MA/Russian AMS; legendary softball pitcher | |
| GARDNER, Joel M. | SMSgt | 2011 | Radio Comms Supt. Korea, P.I., England, Turkey | |
| GARDNER, Kenneth A. "Kenny" | SMSgt | 1995 | A203-2/-4 linguist flew a 'million' hours; 6990th; 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, AKA 'KGB' (Kenny Gardner Baby!) | |
| GARDNER, Patrick E. | CMSgt | 1987 | Need info please | |
| GARDNER, Thomas A. Jr | MSgt | 2011 | Comms - 2nd RSM, 6911 RSM Darmstadt 53-56, Cambrai-Fritsch Kaserne 54-56, 21 years service | |
| GARERI, Michael W. | Unk | 2017 | 6944th Scty Wing; '77-'78; USAFSS airborne wirebender. Flew sorties on RC135-V&M's, Rivet Joint aircraft in Okinawa, Athens, and Eielson during the MOB/FOB concept from Offutt. | |
| Garman, Gary W. | A1C | 2020 | Gary enlisted in the USAF where he was a computer programmer for the Defense Industrial Supply Center (DISC) in Philadelphia. According to Bob Bastian, "Gary Garman’s AFSC was possibly a 294. His assignments included HQ USAFSS. He served in the Special Communications Center from 1959 to 1962." | |
| GARNAVICH, Peter | MSgt | 2001 | 29th RSM, San Vito, Darmstadt, NSA. | |
| GARNER, Arthur P. III | unk | 2014 | more info needed | |
| GARNER, Marion H. | Sgt | 2002 | 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| GARNER, Roy J. | MSgt | 2017 | Korea and Vietnam vet | |
| GARRAWAY, William "Guy" | Unk | 2002 | 202 Asgn Karamursel (63-4), Danang (late 60s). | |
| GARRETT, John | Unk | 1986 | Assigned 6924th/Danang 1969 | |
| GARRETT, William S. Sr. | Unk | 2002 | 2ND Radio Security Sq/COMSEC/USAFSS Vet | |
| GARRIGAN, Richard D. | Unk | 197? | SS OlTimer, ACRP, Russ Ling @ Rhein-Main 1950's;later commissioned. | |
| Garrison, Carl H. | Capt | 2021 | After graduating from high school in 1956, Carl enlisted in the Air Force at 17 years old. Upon completing Basic Training, he married Mary Frances Hoover of Mt. Park, OK on April 21, 1957. Together they had 2 sons, Michael Alan and Galen Mark. Following 27 years of service, Carl retired from the Air Force, achieving the rank of Captain. His Air Force experience played an extremely important role in the way he lived his everyday life; while he exemplified the meaning of loyalty to his country and fellow Americans. Carl's tours of duty included Virginia, multiple tours in Germany, Alaska, New York, Maryland, Japan, Vietnam, Okinawa, and lastly Nebraska. According to Bob Cotti, "Carl was one of the finest men with whom I had the pleasure of working. From Offutt AFB to ESystems in Garland, TX he was widely known for his outstanding service. Our prayers are with Mary Frances and the entire family. Rest In Peace, good friend." According to Pete Siegel, "Condolences to the Garrison family. Carl and I served together at Offutt and Osan. He was in the first mustang (prior enlisted service officer) and I joined the herd several years later. He was a fine officer." | |
| GARRISON, Richard | Unk | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GARRISON, Walter R. | CMSgt | 2007 | Personnel manager asgn Hq USAFSS/Kelly, Maguire AFB IG | |
| GARRISON, William D. | Unk | 19?? | Poss C/W Op asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| GARRITY, Joseph J. | SMSgt | 2008 | Asgn Vietnam | |
| GARSHASB, Navid "G" | MSgt | 2013 | FTVA Hall of Honor; Air Force Commando and linguist legend, 25 IS, Hurlburt Field, FL., Bronze Star and AF Pitsenbarger Award - 2002 | |
| GARVER, Gary L. | A/2C | 2014 | Bremerhaven6913th RSM, Darmstadt, 6911th RGM | |
| GARVEY, John J. | A1C | 2008 | 293x, Misawa 1958-60 | |
| GARVEY, Joseph P. | Col | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, WWII Vet; Served: AFSS, NSA, DIA,; Europe, Mid East; avid golfer | |
| GARZA, Isaac "Ike" | 1Lt | 1992 | Spanish linguist and flyer | |
| GASSE, ROBERT E. JR | PFC | 1979 | Asgn Misawa 50- | |
| GATELY, William "Bill" | SMSgt | 2005 | 202 asgn JSPC/Okinawa, 6910/11/Darmstadt, 6925/Philippines | |
| Gates III, Albert “Ned,” Maj (ret), USAFSS ***FTVA Lifetime Member 11 | Maj | 2022 | Ned retired from the USAF in 1989. According to Joseph Figueroa, "Maj Gates’ assignments included Mildenhall and as Operations Officer, 6949 ESS, Offutt Air Force Base, NE. There are many testimonials on social media (Facebook) to the impact he had on the men and women he served with. Lee Anthony stated he epitomized being a servant leader both in the military and in his subsequent duties caring for troubled and disadvantaged youth." | |
| Gates, Arthur S. | 2020 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1951 and received training as a Russian Linguist. He moved to Maryland in 1958, and soon after, began his career at the National Security Agency. | ||
| Gatesman, Robert E. | A1C | 2024 | He graduated from high school in 1958. The following year Robert joined the United States Air Force, receiving basic training at Goodfellow Air Force Base in Texas. Afterward he attended the U.S. State Department School of Languages at Fort Myer in Arlington, VA where he studied the Indonesian language and cross-trained as a Radio Intercept Analyst. Robert spent one and a half years serving at Clark Air Force Base in The Philippines. He was honorably discharged in 1962 as an Airman 1st Class, serving with the 6925th Radio Group Mobile for the United States Air Force Security Service. He was awarded a good conduct medal. | |
| GATLIN, Winford A. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn Misawa 1963-65 | |
| GAUDETTE, Joseph A. | Unk | 2007 | 293X T2 1957-59 | |
| Gaugler, Richard Leroy “Rick” | Sgt | 2025 | On April 21st, 1969, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, completing Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. He then attended a nine-month intensive Russian Language course at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York, and Radio Intercept School at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas. With a Top-Secret Security clearance, Richard served the remainder of his time at San Vito Air Force Base near Brindisi, Italy, before receiving an honorable discharge on April 21st, 1973. According to Jim Constanzo, It was with profound sadness I learned of the passing of my comrade in arms. We met at the USAF Russian Language facility located at the University of Syracuse "Skytop" in 1970. The intensive nine-month course forged many a lifelong friendship between the students. Gaugler (everyone went by last names back in the day) and I later became roommates at San Angelo's Goodfellow AFB. Sometime during this three month "security training program" the Air Force gave us the opportunity to fill out a "dream sheet" or otherwise known as a wish list of what countries we wished to be stationed upon completion of training. Since I am of Italian heritage with relatives in Italy, Italy was a natural choice for me. Rick and Tony Carp decided to choose the same. As the fates would have it, Italy was approved and we spent the following three years in Puglia, the heel of the boot. It was very inexpensive place to live. Tony married and found a wonderful apartment for his wife and himself. Rick and I rented a huge two-bedroom apartment with dome ceilings, chandeliers, and marble floors. We shared the rent, an unbelievable deal of only $30 a month. Off our living room was a balcony overlooking the main street of our quaint little town of Latiano. Three years later we decided to take our military separation papers in Italy so that we could tour Europe for 90 days on a first class Eurorail ticket. Rick and I traveled from Syracuse, Sicily to north of the Arctic Circle, stopping at Stavanger, Norway, birthplace of Rick's grandfather. From there we went to Paris, then across the English Channel to London for fish and chips. Then we hopped the rails to Madrid, attended a bullfight, then on to Lisbon. The last leg of our journey took us to the French Riviera, Monaco to visit with friends of mine and finally back down to Rome. My relatives gave us a great send off. We feasted on homemade pasta and wine, lamb, and rich Italian desserts. We spent only $500 each during this three-month excursion! The plane flight from Rome to NYC was paid for courtesy of the USAF. There are just too many memories to recount. Rick was a very special person. Everyone loved him. He didn't have an enemy in the world. The Italians took him as the quintessential American cowboy, strong, quiet, and unassuming. And that he was. According to Bob Simpson, My name is Bob Simpson, and I was in the Air Force Security Service with Rick during the period roughly 1969-1973. I’m originally from Massachusetts but now live in the Finger Lakes area of Upstate New York. Those of us who volunteered for the language program during basic training did so because it was a good opportunity. We were initially investigated and then held top secret security clearances. Those among us selected for Russian were first sent to Syracuse University to learn the language from native speakers in an intensive 9-month program and then to Goodfellow AFB in Texas for radio training for three months. Our graduating class of 45 were then sent to many military sites around the globe to collect intelligence. I went to West Germany and then to West Berlin. Rick went to San Vito Air Station in Italy (13 miles west of Brindisi on the “heel of the boot”). Jim Costanzo and Tony Carp from our class were also assigned there. Rick and Jim lived in an apartment together in the local town. Many of us developed friendships while we were at SU learning Russian. | |
| GAULT, Malcolm "Doug" | SMSgt | 2007 | 202X0 asgn Wakkanai, Bremerhaven, San Vito, NSA | |
| GAUNT, Richard L. | SMSgt | 2006 | Need info please | |
| GAUSE, EARLISH M. | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Misawa 53- | |
| GAUTHIER, Daniel L. | Sgt | 1990 | R811X0, SP; 6924SS Da Nang 69. | |
| GAUTREAU, Burnell | Unk | 2019 | more info please | |
| GAUTREAUX, Bennet J. | Unk | 1997 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| Gauvin, David G. | 2024 | Mr. Gauvin proudly served his country in the U.S Air Force Security Service. | ||
| GAVIT, Roger K. | SMSgt | 2009 | Asgn Guam, Crete, Japan, 6994th/flew EC-47 at Phu Cat, RC-135 at Offutt | |
| GAY Jr., John Franklin | MSgt | 2009 | USAF 1951 - 1971 - Senior Clerk, Ops Admin - 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven - 1956-59 | |
| GAYLOR, Robert M. | CMSgt | 1987 | USAFSS Ol' Timer; 29290; Misawa, Sembach, Clark, NSA, Hq USAFSS | |
| Gee, Gary Warren | 2025 | Gary graduated from Huntsville High School, an alumnus of the Class of 1958 and a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and Pi Delta. He later studied Chinese and Mandarin at Yale University. As befits his studies, Gary was a former Chinese translator for the USAF Security Service. Also, a former career intelligence officer, he specialized in the analysis of foreign ballistic missile systems and programs. During 1982 through 1988, while employed with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), Gary worked inside British Intelligence (on exchange) in London. He retired from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in 1993, and the following year was awarded the National Intelligence Medal of Achievement by then-CIA Director James Woolsey (pictured). Gary returned to duty with the DIA after the 9/11 tragedy. He eventually retired again and became a full-time writer of fiction through Clandestine Publications. His books include "China's Exploding Powers – The Unmasking of China's Strategy to Take Over the United States." //Bio by James E. Zielinski, Family Friend// After graduating from Huntsville High School in 1958, Gary enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where his aptitude for languages earned him a year of study at Yale University. He became fluent in Mandarin Chinese and served as a USAF language interpreter. Following his honorable discharge, he earned a degree in Political Science from the University of Alabama in 1967 and began a career as an intelligence officer at Redstone Arsenal, specializing in foreign ballistic missile analysis. In the 1980s, he worked in London with British Intelligence as part of an international exchange program, and later joined the Central Intelligence Agency in Virginia, retiring in 1993. He briefly resumed intelligence work following the events of 9/11 before retiring fully to pursue writing. He authored both fiction and nonfiction inspired by his extensive intelligence experience. He is survived by his sons Gary Jr. (Lori) of Huntsville AL and Oliver (Wendy) of Tuscaloosa AL, his brother Jack (Phyllis) of Madison, AL, and his niece Sheila (Chip) and nephew Jack Warren Gee. According to Bert Turner, Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-11). | ||
| GEHRI, Michael Dennis | SMSgt | 2018 | USAFSS airborne wirebender (AMT) on C-130B models from Yokota 69-72; AMT instructor at Goodfellow AFB after Yokota closed in '72. Served as a Marine for 2 years before joining the Air Force. | |
| GEIGEL, Francis Gerald | Lt Col | 2010 | Chaplain at 7011th Personnel Support Sqdn, Bremerhaven serving all Amn Assigned 53-55 | |
| GEIGER, James | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Chicksands, Goodfellow | |
| GELNETTE, Donald K. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| Gendolfe, Kenneth | CMSgt | 2024 | He joined the USAF to serve his country at age 17. During his 30 years serving his country in the USAF he was able to see the world. Stationed in Trabzon AS Turkey, Westover Massachusetts, Misawa AFB Japan, Medina AFB Texas, Da Nang Vietnam, San Vito Italy, Ft. Meade Maryland, Ramstein AFB Germany, back to Ft Meade Maryland, and Hickam AFB Hawaii. His final assignment was Electronic Security Command in Kelly AFB Texas before retiring in 1993. During his tour in Vietnam, he was awarded 3 Air Medals and the Distinguished Flying Cross, the nation’s highest award for extraordinary aerial achievement. CMSgt (ret) Kenneth Gendolfe was inducted in the FTVA Hall of Honor in 2021. | |
| GENOTTE, Richard J. Jr. | unk | 2014 | 301x - Misawa, 1955-57 | |
| Gentry, James W. | A1C | 2021 | Jim joined the United States Air Force where he served from 1959 to 1967. He was stationed in Scotland. According to John Nida, " I served in the USAFSS with Jim at 6952nd Kirknewton Scotland in the early 1960s. I remember his Basketball activities during those years." | |
| GENTRY, Thomas Carl | CMSgt | 2012 | Lackland AFB, Thailand, Little Rock AFB, Korea, Okinawa, Germany and ESC/Kelly AFB | |
| GENTRY, Woodrow W. "Woody" | Col | 2003 | USAFSS Staff, 6912th/CC at Bingen Am Rhein in late 50s | |
| George, D. Scott | Brig Gen | 2020 | He spent nearly 30 years in distinguished and devoted service to his country. He retired from military service in 2014 as Deputy Director of the National Security Agency near Washington, D.C. Among his many prestigious postings, Scott served as a Squadron, Group and Wing Commander, as well as several tours of duty at the Pentagon, 5th Air Force/U.S. Forces Japan and U.S. Strategic Command at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. According to Steve Staycoff, "Phenomenal Airman!! I was honored and privileged to serve under then Col D. Scott George from 2007-2010 as his contract lead for Modeling & Simulation. Everyone can point to those few individuals that helped make a huge difference in life. Brig Gen George is high on my list of influencers. His unique leadership and mentorship styles motivated me to grow into the successful Air Force Civil Servant I am today. Even after we went our separate ways, Gen George periodically dropped a note to say "hi" and, when he was in San Antonio, he would always stop by my office to check on me and always asked how the family was doing.. RIP Sir (final salute rendered)." According to Mike Ronayne, "Brig General George...Rita and I are very saddened by your loss but will remember you always for the great leader and friend that you were. I had the absolute honor of being your Command Chief which was the highlight of my 30-year career. I cannot thank you enough for all that you did for our Nation over the course of your distinguished career. Our most sincere condolences and prayers to Barbara and your sons." Official Air Force biography can be found at https://www.af.mil/AboutUs/Biographies/Display/Article/108590/brigadier-general-d-scott-george/ | |
| George, Douglas E. | Lt Col | 2021 | Doug served honorably in the United States Air Force from 1972 to 1999. After becoming an officer in 1978 and then a Korean linguist and specialist, his last overseas assignment was as Commander of the 303rd Intelligence Squadron, a.k.a. "Skivvy Nine", at Osan AB, Korea. His final career assignment was as the Chief of the Korea Division of the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington, DC. He also attended the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA, learning several different languages with a specialization in Korean. He received an MA in National Security Studies at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, and became a USAF National Defense Fellow and Adjunct Professor at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA. | |
| GEORGE, Frederick W. (Fred) | CMSgt | 2003 | 292 - 6818th, 93 IS | |
| GEORGE, James | Col | 2016 | 6920 SW (Johnson/Shiroi AB, Japan), 29 RSM (Clark AB, PI), HQ USAFSS, 6900 SW (Frankfurt GE), NSA (Ft Meade, MD), 6931 SG (Iraklion AS, Greece), 6924 SS (DaNang, Vietnam), 6950 SG (RAF Chicksands, UK), USAFSS/ESC LO and NSOC(FGGM, MD) | |
| GEORGE, Michael | ?MSgt? | 2016 | MA, Offutt, Kadena, Germany, Eglin | |
| Georgeoff, Joseph J. | 2021 | Joe proudly served in the Air Force as a member of the elite United States Air Force Security Service, from which he was honorably discharged in 1969. | ||
| GEPHART, Robert | MSgt | 2017 | England, Maryland, Texas, Florida, Turkey, Iceland, and California | |
| GERALD, Benjamin "Wolf" | Unk | 1971 | 292 asgn Misawa 1959 | |
| Gerard, Joseph Arthur | SMSgt | 2024 | At the age of 16 he got his mom to sign a waiver and enlisted in the U.S. Airforce. He served all over the world, including Italy and Alaska. He was found to have an affinity for languages and attended Language School in Monterey, CA in 19 69. He focused on the Slavic languages, including Russian. In the early 1970's he and his family moved to a very small town in Bavaria, Germany. In 1975 his assignment took the family to Vienna, Austria where Joe worked at the American Embassy as an interpreter and translator. He even had the opportunity to meet President Jimmy Carter when he came to Vienna for the SALT II talks! In 1979, after serving for 25 Years, he retired from military life as a Senior Master Sergeant and moved home to Housatonic, Ma. According to Bob Miller, I first met Joe at Czech language school in Monterey, CA. in 1969. We were then stationed at HOF AS in W. Germany. We were then transferred to Rimbach WGer. We met up again in Vienna, Austria, He was truly an "Iron Man!". According to Glenn Miller, He served from 1955 to 1979. His AFSC was 203. Assignment included OLJA 6910 SG. Joe was affectionally known as "Iron Man". I served with Joe at Mt Eckstein OLJA 6910 SG (later 6913 ESS) . Joe was my first supervisor in the USAF at Mt Eckstein, West Germany, in 1972. He was a stern, but fair supervisor and a great guy to share a beer with after work. He encouraged me to re-reenlist, and I served 23 years. | |
| GEREMIA, Louis | TSgt | 2009 | Misawa 1959 | |
| GERHARDT, Larry Lee | MSgt | 2014 | USAFSS/ESC in overseas assignments to Japan, 292X2, T4 - Misawa - 1963-65, 67-69, 69-71, Italy, Germany and concluded at ESC HQs Kelly AFB. | |
| GERHARDT, Ralph | Civ | 2014 | Data Automation - USAFSS and ESC - 31 years - Director of Information Services | |
| GERLICH, Edward C. | SSgt | 2011 | 6910th Security Group at Brooks AFB, Darmstadt and Landsberg am Lech, Germany. (1951-1955) | |
| GERMROTH, Howard G. Jr. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| GERRY, Frank J. Jr | unk | 2014 | 803 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Daze Flt - 1958-61 | |
| GERRY, John D. | unk | 2015 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1962-64 | |
| GERTH, Jane E. | Unk | 2008 | 203X asgn Misawa | |
| GEWIN, Louis H. | CMSgt | 1989 | Personnel specialist asgn 6981st 1958-61, 6940th | |
| GEYMANN, Stephen L. | A2C | 1971 | 292x, Misawa 1964- | |
| GHESQUIER, Victor R. | MSgt | 1985 | 292XX asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| GIBNEY, Joseph | Civ | 2012 | Active Duty (rank Unknown) and Civilian, USAFSS Comm Directroate, Plans and Programs | |
| GIBSON, Fred | MSgt | 1995 | SS Ol'timer, 202XX School 1956 at KAFB | |
| Gierard, Donald A. | Lt Col | 2020 | He joined the USAF and was commissioned through the Aviation Cadet Program (with the Class of 55 India). With the end of the Korean War, his Air Force career started as a rated intel officer for the Air Force Security Service in Germany. On his return from Europe, he transitioned to the B-47 Stratojet flying for Strategic Air Command from Dyess AFB TX and Plattsburgh AFB NY. In 1969, he was briefly recalled to active duty after the Pueblo incident, flying WB-47 aircraft for the Air Force Air Weather Service. Korean War, B-47 flyer and intel officer; Dyess, Plattsburgh, and Offutt | |
| GIESE, Carl | Col | 1985 | Need info please | |
| GIESE, Gerald L. | A2C | 1976 | Misawa 1959 - | |
| GIESY, Ronald L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GILBERT, George A. Jr. | Unk | 1996 | Misawa 1953- | |
| GILBERT, Lincoln J. | Unk | 2011 | 6916th Serb-Croat/Russ Ling, Rhein-Main 56-60 and 61-65 as Russ Ling, Incirlik, Tehran, Athens, Aviano, AMS | |
| GILBERT, Reginald G. M. | Lt Col | 2016 | Hall of Honor 2003; 1942-72, RCAF 1942, transferred to US Army Air Corp (North Africa, Italy and Romania), USAF Korean and Vietnam War | |
| GILCHRIST, James R. | A1C | 2004 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1970-72 | |
| GILCHRIST, Richard "Smiley" | SSSgt | 2006 | asgn Misawa T1 1970-72 | |
| GILES, Austin N. | A2C | 1994 | Misawa 1953- | |
| GILES, LARRY | MSgt | 2000 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| GILES, Robert | Unk | 197? | Asgn Misawa 1968-72 | |
| GILHOOLY, Philip | MSgt | 2002 | 292 asgn Chicksands, Darmstadt, Taiwan, Thailand, Kelly. | |
| GILLARD, James F. (Franklin) | A2C | 2011 | 292x, Misawa 1960-61 | |
| GILLASPIE, Fred A. "Denny" | Unk | 2001 | Served w/USAFSS Cryptology in Japan from 1948-52. | |
| Gille, Harry J., SSgt, USAFSS 13 | SSgt | 2022 | Harry enlisted in the United States Air Force, while the country was involved in the Korean and Cold Wars. He was assigned to the USAF Security Service and was sent to Syracuse University to learn Russian. He was subsequently assigned to USAFSS headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, where he was assigned to help prepare new enlistees for assignments overseas. | |
| Gillespie, Wallace D., Col (ret), USAFSS 14 | Colonel | 2022 | Don played college football on scholarship at Brigham Young University, West Point Academy, and Utah State University. He joined the United States Air Force. His career in the Air Force began in 1954 as an intelligence officer for the Air Force Security Service. He was later recruited to join an elite covert force that gathered classified undercover intelligence in Vietnam. He climbed waterfalls, ate snakes, and fought for his life in the jungle. It was a time he never liked to speak about. Through his military service, he moved and traveled with Ila all across the United States and the world, eventually reaching the rank of Colonel. Later in his Air Force career, the entire family moved from Massachusetts to Turkey. They explored and camped in the Middle East via a Volkswagen bus. Afterward, he worked at the White House Communications Agency under President Nixon. He later served as the director of Space and Satellite Communications Systems until he retired and joined the public sector. | |
| GILLISPIE, James F. | TSgt | 2009 | 751x, Misawa 1970 | |
| GILMORE, Joseph | MSgt | 2017 | Airborne Korean linguist; Osan, Kadena, Offutt, Yokota | |
| GILPATRICK, Bobby J. | MSgt/GS | 2004 | Russian linguist asgn Bremerhaven, Rhein Main, Eielson; Dept of Interior | |
| GILROY, Kevin A. (Mike) | Col | 2013 | enlisted as jet engine mechanic, became EW qualified after commissioning, Vietnam, Carswell, Kelly AFB - AFEWC Commander | |
| GINDT, Clarence J. | A1C | 2005 | 202x, Misawa 1962- | |
| GINTY, Frances T. | Unk | 2012 | Misawa, 292x, T1 1964-67 | |
| Giovannini, Max, Col (ret), USAFSS *** FTVA Lifetime Member 15 | Colonel | 2022 | After graduating from Geneva College, he was awarded a commission in the U.S. Air Force and began a 29-year military career in the new USAF Security Service. At his first tour of duty, he met and married Mary Bethel Kincaid. They raised four children in six states and five overseas assignments, including USAFSS Headquarters, Kelly AFB, Wheelus AFB, Tripoli, Libya, European Security Region Headquarters, Frankfurt, Germany, Headquarters-Tactical Air Command, Langley AFB, Wakkanai Air Station, Japan, command of the common defense installation in Karamürsel, Turkey, National Security Agency, Ft. Meade, DOD Special Representative to the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam, and the North American Aerospace Defense Command, Cheyenne Mountain, Colorado. He furthered his education by earning an MBA at the Univ. of Oklahoma, and his distinguished service was recognized with numerous commendations. In 1980, Max retired and returned to San Antonio, where he transferred his leadership skills to civilian life. He served his fellow officers as Executive Director of Air Force Village I, and on Security Service FCU’s Board of Directors for 30 years, including service as its Chairman. | |
| GIROUX, Terrence E. | Maj | 2019 | USN and USAF Intel Officer | |
| GIRTS, Paul | Unk | 2003 | 292X1 asgn Baker Flt Darmstadt 1960-63 | |
| GIST, David | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| GJERTSON, Meredith | A3C | 1993 | 293x, Misawa 1956 | |
| GLADDEN, John A. | TSgt | 2016 | USAFSS Darmstadt; recruiter | |
| GLAESER, Thomas | unk | 2015 | Da Nang, Vietnam | |
| GLAHN, OMAR | A1C | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 1954- | |
| GLARDON, Robert G. | Unk | 1988 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| GLASNER, Leroy A. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| GLASS, Allen Kenneth | SSgt | 1993 | 6913th RSM/SS, Bremerhaven, GE - Morse Intercept Operator from 1964 to 1966 | |
| GLASS, George V. | A/2C | 2004 | 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, GE - Baker Flight Morse Intercept Operator from 1962 to 1963. | |
| GLASS, William E. | LCol | 1996 | Computer Expert; SS in 50's; WWII Navigator & German X-POW | |
| GLASSCOE, EARL J. | A1C | 1989 | 292 asgn Misawa 1963- | |
| Glasser, Cynthia Lippard | MSgt | 2025 | Cynthia proudly served her country for 22 years in the United States Air Force as a Linguist, exemplifying strength, intelligence, and dedication throughout her service | |
| GLAUBEN, Robert N. | Unk | 2013 | 292 at 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1958-60 | |
| GLENNY, Clint | Col | 2016 | HQ ESC and AFIC | |
| GLICK, Irvin D. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-03) | |
| GLORIOSO, Dominic M. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| GLYNN, John | Unk | 2010 | MAFAC 01-67, RA203X1-MB, 6990th SS, Charlie Flight, Psn 2, 1967-69 | |
| GOAD, Raymond L. | SSgt | 1981 | 702X0 Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| GOBLECK, Peter A. Jr. | Unk | 2003 | 203 asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| GODERRE, Robert N. | SSgt | 1991 | 702X0 Asgn Misawa 70-71 | |
| Godfrey, H. Lee | 2025 | He enlisted in the Air Force in 1961. The brass sent him to Yale University’s Institute of Far Eastern Languages, where he mastered Mandarin Chinese. He was stationed in Taiwan and served there for several years. He was discharged honorably in 1965. Lee is survived by his wife, Sandra Sheen Godfrey; his daughter Lindsey Godfrey Eccles and her husband Matt Eccles. //Obit – Bradshaw Carter// | ||
| Godfrey, John F. | TSgt | 2022 | He served for 20 years as a TSgt in the USAF specializing in Radio Traffic Analysis. | |
| GODINICH, EVON J. | A2C | 1997 | 292 asgn Misawa 1962- | |
| GODLESKI, JOSEPH J. | PFC | 1993 | Asgn Misawa 1950- | |
| GODSEY, Gary L. | MSgt | 2003 | 292X2. 6924SS (MMtn), 6925, 6917, 6920, 6981 | |
| GODSEY, Jimmie L. (Jim/Yesdog) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GOERDER, Robert L. "Bob" | Col | 2000 | Units Cmdr, Cmd Hq Staff, Cmdr SS unit Peshawar, Pakistan, et al | |
| GOERS, Michael G. | Unk | 2010 | 292XX Misawa 65-67 | |
| Goetsch, Jerry | SSgt | 2025 | Staff Sergeant Goetsch was trained as a Russian linguist in Indiana, Illinois, and New York. In language school. Jerry was stationed in Japan, Turkey, and (West) Germany during his eight years in the service as an intelligence specialist. In Germany, daughter Tanya and son Erik were born | |
| GOFF, Donald R. | SSgt | 2018 | Morse Op, Vietnam era; Biloxi, Goodfellow, Italy, Thailand, Ft Meade | |
| GOFF, Norman J. "Joe" | Maj | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. Ret 1964 & worked for Dept/Agriculture. | |
| GOFF, Thomas A. | LtCol | 2011 | AF career 1942-63 then career with NSA | |
| GOFF, Thomas W. | Unk | 2000 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| GOHAGAN, Carl Edward | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03, 1958-07) | |
| GOINS, Bruce C. | Unk | 2013 | 203 RU Ling, 6910th RGM, Semback and Darmstadt - 1959-63 | |
| GOINS, Edmond "Ed" | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; well known for Basketball prowess; Cmd Hq; Italy, Osan, Misawa | |
| GOLD, Jim "Goldie" | Unk | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Karamursel 1958-60 | |
| GOLDER, Frank D. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| GOLDSMITH, Roy S. | Unk | 2003 | 292 asgn 6913th in late 50s/early 60s. | |
| GOLDSTEIN, James A. | Unk | 2004 | 203 asgn Karamursel '63-65; Shemya | |
| GOLEN, Stanley J. | A1C | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| GOLIGHTLY, Charles E. | Unk | 2003 | Radio operator 1947-48; ASA/USAFSS vet; 1st RSM. | |
| GOMES, Joseph R. | Unk | 2017 | Morse systems op | |
| Gomez, Arthur R. | 2022 | Mr. Gomez served in the U.S. Air Force from 1970 to 1974. He was stationed at Kadena Air Base. in Okinawa, Japan. He served as an airborne linguist intercepting and interpreting Mandarin Chinese communications during the Vietnam War. | ||
| GOMEZ, Medardo "Mike" | Capt | 2004 | Polish linguist, later a mustang Capt; asgn Rhein-Main, Offutt, Kadena; RC-135 AMS | |
| GONITZKE, Gino | MSgt | 1984 | 202XX, 6989th & AFSCC among others; Joan's husband | |
| GONITZKE, Joan Marie | GS | 1995 | SS 37-year ol'timer AFSCC & Cmd Staff vet | |
| GONZALEZ, Hector "Gonzy" | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist and flyer | |
| GOOCH, Ronald S. | TSgt | 2004 | 292X1 asgn 6910th/Germany, 6950th/Chicksands | |
| GOODE, James L. | CMSgt | 2017 | 292XX, 6918th RSM, Keesler, Incirlik, Thule, Misawa, Chicksands, Sheppard, Goodfellow, and Medina Annex. | |
| GOODE, Timothy F. | A2C | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| GOODLETT, John R. | Col | 1993 | Cmd Comptroller | |
| GOODPASTER, Gordon | GS | 1988 | Worked in Budget Office @ 6920th and Cmd Hq Staff | |
| GOODWIN, Julian E. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| GOOLSBYE, Bill | Unk | 2007 | 202X0 asgn Landsberg, Germany in early 1950s | |
| GORBY, Robert D. | SSgt | 1986 | SS ACRP; Russian linguist/Rhein-Main/Incirlik in early 60's; premier gunner | |
| GORDON, D. T. | Unk | 1987 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| GORMAN, Leonard E. “Lenâ€, Jr. | CMSgt | 1996 | Det 1 6923RSM (6924SS) Da Nang 63. | |
| GORMAN, Richard "Dick" | GS | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer, fluent in 6-language; AFSCC Staff for years; 201X0 chief SCP-1 (63-65) | |
| GORT, Arthur "Art" | SMSgt | 2009 | Asgn 6990th/Kadena; 6948ESS/DOV, Arbn 203/208; USAFSS/ESC Russian linguist who flew recon missions while based at Yokota, Misawa, Offutt, Homestead, Eielson, Athens, Medina and Fort Meade from 1961 to 1985. | |
| GOSS, Walter D. "Wally" | Capt | 2009 | Russian linguist asgn Rudesheim, Hof, Misawa, Yokota, Offutt, Eielson, Crete; Mustang | |
| GOSSETT, Carl R. (Rex) | Unk | 2011 | D-Flight, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 1967-69 | |
| GOTNER, Marvin E. | Sgt | 2013 | Misawa, 1967068 | |
| GOTT, Rodney H. | SSgt | 1969 | ARDF opr killed in Pleiku-based EC-47 shot down over Vietnam | |
| Gottschall, George | 2024 | He served in the US Air Force as a Morse Code Interceptor in Greece. | ||
| GOULAIT, Roland V. | Unk | 2000 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GOWEN, Peter M. | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1970-72 | |
| GOZNELL, George | GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer and Legendary in language Intel Tech Training, especially notable at Goodfellow | |
| Grabda, John Francis | Colonel | 2025 | He modeled the Security Services motto of “Freedom through Vigilance”. He was then assigned to Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas for signals intelligence officer training. In January 1966, he entered the 6986 Security Group at Wakkanai Air Station, Japan serving as Chief of Administrative Services. In October 1968 he was reassigned to the 6987th Security Group, Shu Lin Kou Air Station, Taiwan, as Assistant Operations Officer. In March 1971, John was transferred as Officer in Charge of OL AA, 6924th Security Squadron, Son Tra, Republic of Vietnam, providing direct support to the Tactical Air Control Center – North Sector. He then served as Operations Officer, 6924th Security Squadron, Ramasun Station, Thailand. In March 1972 he was reassigned to HQ USAFSS, Plans and Policy Division, as an Actions Officer. In June 1975, he went to Lindsey Air Station Germany where he served a year in a Foreign Liaison Post. He then transferred to HQ USAFE at Ramstein Air Base, Germany in 1976 where he performed various collection management duties. He was then reassigned to NATO in 1979 as a computer planner and collection manager. He returned to the United States in June of 1982 and was assigned to Fort Meade Maryland, where he served as Chief of the Mobile Systems Division until 1985. In April 1985 he returned to San Antonio for assignment as Chief of Current Operations, HQ ESC. Colonel Grabda’s Awards and Decorations include: the Bronze Star, 2 Defense Meritorious Service medals, 1 Air Force Meritorious Service medal, 2 Air Force Commendation medals, and the Air Force Achievement medal, Vietnam Service medal with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with device with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters. Following provided by Greg Mahoney: worked at HQ ESC under Col Grabda in Current Operations. | |
| GRABOWSKI, Thomas E. | A2C | 2002 | 292x, Misawa 1961- | |
| Grabski, Thomas J. | Sgt | 2020 | Tom served his country in the USAF during the Vietnam War. He was assigned to the 6994th Security Squadron. | |
| GRADISKY, James C. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| GRAF, Calvin "Cal" | GS | 1989 | Cmd Staff Engineer | |
| GRAF, Donald W. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| GRAFF, Paul | CMSgt | 2009 | Asgn 6961st, Pac Scty Rgn | |
| GRAGG, T.J. | Col | 19?? | Cmdr 6952 SG | |
| GRAHAM, George M. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01, 1960-07) | |
| Graham, Gordon Ernest | 2023 | He served in the USAF for six years. He was awarded commendation by the United States Air Force as a Russian Linguist for being the first to hear and report Russian invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968 | ||
| GRAHAM, Ross | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Graham, William, D. | Maj | 2020 | As an ROTC student and new USAF 2nd Lieutenant I traveled to Harlingen, TX to attend navigator school. My 20-year career took me to Dover, DE (C-124 transports), Peshawar, Pakistan (electronic snooping), the National Security Agency (NSA) at Ft. Meade, MD (Shh!), Athens Greece (more snooping), Thailand (EC-47's) and Columbus, OH (KC-135 tankers) where I retired in 1976. I flew over 5000 hours and was awarded several medals, including the Bronze Star, Air Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, and several others. Accordind to note in Remain in Touch Newsletter, "Major Graham was the Commander of Det 3, 6994th Security Squadron, Nakhom Phanom Royal Thai Air Force Base." EWO and Intel Officer, Pakistan, San Angelo, NSA, Det 1, 6916th, and Det 3, 6994th; Det 3, 6994 SS/CC Nakhom Phanom Royal Thai AB | |
| GRAMM, Fred G. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GRANDFIELD, Peter F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GRANGER, Abner S. Jr. | Unk | 1991 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GRANGER, James S. | Unk | 2006 | Comm equip maint asgn 6910th | |
| GRANGER, Richard A. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GRANT, Billy "Mudcat" | MSgt | 1990 | Russian linguist/AMS @ RM/Kadena/NKP/Omaha/Bremerhaven; prelang inst Kelly | |
| GRANT, Gerald M. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05, 1960-07) | |
| GRAVELY, Marvin R. | Unk | 1976 | 292X1 Asgn Misawa 62 | |
| GRAY, James "Jim" | Unk | 2006 | Need info please | |
| GRAY, James B. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-07) | |
| GRAY, Leslie D. | Unk | 2011 | 293x, Misawa, 1957- | |
| Gray, Lewis Elton | A2C | 2021 | Lewis served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. He completed basic training at Lackland AFB, Texas and Morse Intercept training at Keesler AFB, Mississippi. He then was assigned to the AF security service at Karamursel Air Station, Turkey as a Morse Intercept Operator and finally to the 2853rd Air Base Wing at Robins AFB, Georgia until discharged in 1963. | |
| GRAYCZYK, Wayne S. | Unk | 2017 | 6918th - 292XX | |
| GRAYSON, Jimmy D | MSgt | 1993 | 202X0; SS Ol'Timer, served in Germany, Turkey, Vietnam, et al | |
| GRAYSON, Tommy D. | Unk | 2001 | 791XX Asgn Misawa 70 | |
| GRAYUM, Ronald A. | SSgt | 2009 | Misawa, 1966 | |
| GRAZIOLI, Joseph A. | Unk | 1995 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; retired from NSA | |
| Greathouse, Robert Jackson | Sgt | 2025 | He joined the United States Air Force in January 1973. He was in the security service as a Morse code operator. In 1974 he was stationed at Shin Lin Kou Air Station, Taipei, Taiwan, where he met his wife Susan Mills. It was love at first sight. They were married March 29, 1975. He portrayed Mr. Harmon in the film “The Captives” produced by Judy Miller. He appeared alongside his family in the documentary “Bridges” produced by the WV Department of Transportation. | |
| GREAVER, Robert (Bob) | A1C | 2018 | 1960-64, 292X0/29450; Keesler AFB, MS 3 Tech Schools Orlando, FL, TDY to Taiwan to set up operations, 6915 - Hof Germany Baker Flight at Hof. | |
| GREDLER, Joseph | Sgt | 2010 | Asgn Peshawar, Pakistan 1968 | |
| Green, Ernest M. | SSgt | 2021 | In 1967, Ernie enlisted in the USAF upon graduating from Siena College. During his time with the military, Ernie held the rank of Staff Sergeant as part of the 6910th security division, where he used his skills as a Russian linguist. After leaving the military, Ernie was a microbiologist with the Public Health Research Institute at the New York City Department of Health. There, he headed a project funded by the National Institutes of Health, which developed the pivotal animal model that led to the discovery of Kuru disease, the first described prion disease. This groundbreaking work led to Dr. Carlton Gajdusek winning the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1976. | |
| GREEN, Jimmie Ray | SMSgt | 2016 | Personnel/Manpower specialist; Tampa, Japan, Korea, San Antonio, Italy, Thailand | |
| GREEN, Joe B. | Col | 2018 | USAFSS Plans & Programs Director; Pilot who flew over 30 rescue missions in SE Asia, nominated for MoH, awarded AF Cross | |
| GREEN, Leonard B | Unk | 2003 | 292 at Hakata, 1964-1966 | |
| GREEN, Orlen | CMSgt | 1996 | Opns; SS Ol'Timer, retired in 70's | |
| GREEN, Richard I | Unk | 2019 | 6918th Hakata 1971-72; 292XX | |
| GREEN, Sam | TSgt | 1983 | Asgnd 6989th RSM | |
| GREEN, Sylvia "Sally" | Unk | 1994 | WWII NavyVet decorated by Admiral Zumwalt in Pacific theater | |
| GREEN, Tommy A. | Sgt | 2008 | 202X0 T3 Asgn Misawa 1972-75 | |
| GREENBERG, Allan C. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03, 1959-10) | |
| GREENE, James M. | CMSgt | 2018 | Need info please | |
| Greene, Michael | MSgt | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1987. He attended the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Training Center where he proved to be a natural at foreign languages. His assignments included Athens, Greece and Mildenhall, England (where he spent the majority of his career at the 488th Intel Squadron); Saudi Arabia, Omaha, Nebraska, and Chania, Greece. His deployments included DESERT STORM, Bosnia, Kosovo, Operations IRAQI and ENDURING FREEDOM, and Afghanistan. He retired in 2007 after 20 years of service. RJ linguist, AMS, Mildenhaull; | |
| GREENING, Donald Duane | unk | 2016 | AFSC 30452A - Bremerhaven - 6913th RSM, Schleswig DF site | |
| GREER, James E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GREGORY, Harold J. | Unk | 1987 | Need info please | |
| GREGORY, Joe H. Jr. | CMSgt | 2018 | Texas, Germany, Alaska, Japan, Italy, Okinawa, Maryland, and MacDill AFB Readiness Command; 26 year 202XX | |
| GREGORY, Marshall J. | Unk | 2010 | Asgn 6918th/Hakata, Japan | |
| GRIFFIN, Billy Demarr | MSgt | 2017 | Long time HQ and airborne linguist | |
| GRIFFIN, Burgess T. Jr. | Unk | 2003 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| GRIFFIN, David | Unk | 2014 | Misawa 1953-56 | |
| GRIFFIN, Dean B. | Unk | 2010 | 202x Misawa 1974-75 | |
| GRIFFIN, Francis L. | LCol | 2003 | Asgn 6918th/Hakata; Hq USAFSS/Programs; SSO 7AF Vietnam. | |
| GRIFFIN, George | CMSgt | 2007 | Radio op in WWII/Korea; asgn USAFSS/AIA | |
| GRIFFIN, Harry E. | Maj | 1992 | MSgt to Major. Asgn Kadena/Torii Station/Goodfellow. | |
| GRIFFITH JR, Ray A. | SMSgt | 2001 | Worked in data automation at the headquarters | |
| GRIMES, William D.W. | Col | 2018 | 25 AF Hall of Honor, 2017; Legendary Big Safari Director and developer of ISR systems, primarily recce aircraft; honorary USAF Chief Master Sgt | |
| GRINSEL, David C. | Unk | 2018 | Russian linguist; Rhein Main AB, Offutt | |
| Grisham, Woodie R. | Maj | 2020 | Woodie joined the USAF to see the world. His assignments included Asia, Europe, Hawaii, and six states on the mainland. He worked his way up from Morse code operator to major in the intelligence branch of the Air Force, and was once assigned to the National Security Agency at Fort Meade, Maryland. Woodie retired from the military and moved to Austin in 1967. Prior enlisted Morse Op, became intel officer at NSA | |
| GRIZZELL, Billy J. | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's; Tech Support, Brooks AFB, Cmd Hq, ESR, PSR, et al | |
| GROEN, Henry J. "Jay" | A1C | 2005 | Chinese linguist asgn 6988th/Yokota 1965-67; CIA analyst | |
| Grogan, James Sherrill | 2025 | Inspired by his uncle and hero, U.S. Air Force Colonel Garnet Daryl Page, he joined the U.S. Air Force Security Service. He served in air-to-ground communications, helped organize the First Okinawa Jazz Festival, and performed Afro-Cuban percussion-igniting a lifelong rhythm that echoed through the rest of his life. | ||
| GROLEMUND, Gerald E. | Unk | 1990 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| GROLMES, Samuel B. Jr. | A1C | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1954- | |
| GRONDINE, Clenford P. | MSgt | 1994 | Need info please | |
| GRONLUND, Sherwin | Unk | 2017 | 1952-1956; Korean War vet, X1; San Antonio, Mississippi, and Alaska | |
| GROSS, William J. "Bill" | Officer | 2013 | Enlisted 1950, OCS - 1956, 6987th, Lin Kou, 6990th - 67-69, retired in 1976 | |
| GROVES, Robert "Lefty" | CMSgt | 1989 | SS Ol'timer, 202XX, duty primarily Cmd Hq & Pacific area | |
| GROZDANICH, Peter | CMSgt | 1983 | Asgn Misawa 1955-57, Chicksands mid-1960's, Battle of the Bulge veteran (WWII) | |
| GRUBBS, James H. | TSgt | 2003 | R20270; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| GRUBBS, Lee Sterling | Unk | 2011 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GRUNDY, Tommy W. | LCol | 1991 | Operations Officer | |
| GUALILLO, Nicholas A. | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Misawa, Okushiri Shima 1953- | |
| GUCKIAN, Eugene P. | GS | 2005 | Asgn data automation @ Hq USAFSS. 36-yr fed svc. WWII vet | |
| GUENTERT, Harold L. Sr. | Unk | 2007 | WWII Army Air Corp; intelligence analyst @ Hq USAFSS many years | |
| GUENTERT, Jessie W. | GS | 2008 | Early USAFSS vet | |
| GUERRANT, Wilbert C. | Unk | 1984 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| GUERRERO, Reynaldo | A1C | 1985 | Need info please | |
| GUERTIN, Arthur J. Sr. | Maj | 2003 | Asgn Dir/Mgt Analysis @ USAFSS, Vint Hill Farms; civilian career @ DIA. | |
| GUIDO, Thomas J. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-01) Date Uncertain | |
| GUILFOYLE, Frank | LCol | 1993 | Need info please | |
| Gulbrandsen, Leif Fontaine | 2023 | He joined the United States Air Force in 1966, serving in Wiesbaden, Germany. His studies took him to Wales for two years before Leif returned to Chestertown with his family in 1978. | ||
| GUNDELFINGER, Glen A. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; DF op | |
| Gunn, Michael Roy | Sgt | 2025 | Most knew him as Mike, but to those closest to him, he was Dad or Paw Paw. He enlisted in the USAF and served as a radio operator in USAFSS from 1964 to 1968. He was stationed in the Philippines as an intercept operator. In 1972, Mike returned to military service enlisting in the United States Navy and served until 1975. He was stationed in Corpus Christi, Texas. | |
| GUNNAR, Dave "Tail Gunnar" | Unk | 2005 | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| GUNTER, Quincy J. | Unk | 1986 | Asgn Misawa 1960-62 | |
| GUTHRIE, Charles W. | Unk | 2018 | Enlisted 1953-57; Brooks, Kelly, Ft Meade | |
| GUTHRIE, Robert J. | SMSgt | 2007 | Worked in Personnel; WWII service; asgn Vietnam, Hq USAFSS | |
| GUYNUP, Sanford R. | A2C | 2001 | 685 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| Habersetzer, David Leonard | 2021 | He graduated from Lebam High School in 1949 and joined the U.S. Air Force in 1953. He served as a radio operator, intercepting and recording Russian Morse code communications while stationed with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1954-56. | ||
| HACKER, Joseph D. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-07) | |
| HACKETT, Robert E. | GS | 2001 | Elec Engr. AF service in WWII. Many years at USAFSS as civilian. | |
| HACMAC, Richard M. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| HADERMANN, James C. | Unk | 2006 | 353XX asgn Misawa 1969- | |
| HADOVSKY, Frank D. | Lt Col | 1996 | 8034/8035 - NSA 63-66, More info please…last name may be Sadovsky | |
| HAENCHEN, Otto E. | LtCol/Civ | 2005 | WWII pilot/intel officer; CC in Germany/Korea; asgn to NSA as cryptologic staff officer | |
| HAGENMILLER, Harry | Unk | 2006 | 292x asgn Misawa/T3 1974 | |
| HAGER, Dennis J. "Zero" | Unk | 19?? | SS ACRP Linguist in 60's | |
| HAGER, Lloyd L. | CMSgt | 1998 | SS operations Ol'Timer; 32° Scottish Rite Mason | |
| HAGER, Michael R. | SSgt | 1987 | 202 assgnd 6922nd (Philippines) until death there. | |
| HAGLE, Willis Robert (Bill) | A2C | 2011 | Bremerhaven, Dog Flight of the 6913th Security Group, Morse intercept operator - 1965-67, Detachment of the 6950th Security Wing and Carswell AFB, Fort Worth, Texas | |
| HAGUE, Peter W. | MSgt | 1998 | R20390-2 (MB), Voice/Cryp Coord; 6924SS Da Nang 70-71. | |
| HAHN, Thomas F. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| HAIN, Richard M. "Perry" | CMSgt | 2018 | Hall of Honor, 1987; Airborne SIGINT pioneer as one of the original 11 USAFSS flyers at Yokota in the early 1950s. During his renowned USAFSS flying career, logged 10,000-plus flying hours — aboard the RB-29A ACRP prototype, RB-45s, RB-50s, C-130s, C-47s, C-97s, C-118s, RC-135s, etc. Vietnam, Yakota, Kadena, Kelly AFB | |
| HAIN, Ronald C. Sr. | SMSgt | 2009 | Asgn Misawa 1964 | |
| HAINES, Milton D. | CMSgt | 1993 | Communicator; SS Ol'Timer 18-yrs; Master Mason Helotes #1429; son is BGen | |
| HAIRE, Horace E. "Red" | SMSgt | 1999 | USAFSS FTVA Hall of Honor; AMS Extraordinaire VietNam thru Desert Storm, "Mr Rivet Joint"; 1961 - 1965 Yokota/AMS, 1965 - 1966 Offutt, 1967 - 1971 Kadena/AMS on C-130 Commando Lance/Comfy Echo/EC-121(Rivet Top & Rivet Gym)/RC-135; 1971 - 1972 HQ USAFSS Stan/Eval, 1973 - 1975 US Embassy Moscow, 1975 - 1976 Offutt/NCOIC Rivet Joint Modernization. Retired in 1976 and went to work for E-Systems in Greenville, TX. Flew Desert Shield/Desert Storm missions on the Rivet Joint. | |
| HAKE, Daryl E. (Eldon) | CWO | 1975 | Misawa 1963 - Need more information | |
| HAKE, Perry | SSgt | 2012 | 3rd RSM, Naknek, Alaska 53-54, Radio Maintenance 1952-56 | |
| HALAIS, Antonio | A1C | 2006 | 292/207 asgn Chicksands, Pakistan, Crete (1966-68) | |
| HALBERT, Gerald L. | Unk | 2009 | 203 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| HALE, Charlie | Unk | 2005 | 304 radio main asgn Misawa 1970-73 | |
| HALEY, Millard L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HALEY, Roma F. | SSgt | 2018 | need more info please | |
| HALFMANN, Eugene | Capt | 2003 | Asgn Thailand, Japan, GAFB; 189 SEA msns on EC-47 from NKP; EM to commission | |
| HALL, Abe T. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HALL, Elmore L. | SSgt | 1969 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, ARDF opr killed in Phu Cat-based EC-47 shot down over Vietnam | |
| HALL, Hubert E. "Easy" | Col | 2002 | Asgn 6970th SG Ft Meade/NSA. WWII Service. | |
| HALL, James L. | SSgt | 1996 | 291X0 asgn Misawa 1970s, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HALL, John A. Jr. | Unk | 2013 | AF Cryptographer - 26 years of Service. Korea and Vietnam, San Antonio | |
| HALL, Laurence W. "Bill" | TSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'timer; Bremerhaven '55-58, "A" Trick, Morse Supv; xfrd fm SS due marriage | |
| HALL, Richard E. | A1C | 1985 | Misawa 1955 | |
| HALLBERG, Michael J. | MSgt | 1985 | 202 Asgn 6913th (1984-86)/6931st/6948th(M)/6950th/AFEWC. Suicide. | |
| HALLENBECK, Howard E. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-10) | |
| HALLIBURTON, Philip E. | A2C | 2006 | Misawa 1966 | |
| HALLINAN, Richard "Dick" | SMSgt | 2002 | Russian linguist at Rhein Mein, Kadena, Offutt. former USAFSS airborne intercept operator (Russian linguist) who flew missions at Yokota, Kadena, Offutt and Rhein-Main in the 60's-70's. 1957 - 1958 Det 1 6921th RSM, Wakkanai, Japan; 1958 - 1961 HQ AFSCC, Kelly AFB, TX (SCP-4); 1961 - 1964 6921st RGM, Misawa, Japan (replaced Ron Davey); 1964 - 1965 HQ AFSCC, Kelly AFB, TX (SCP-4); 1966 - 1967 6988th SS, Yokota AB, Japan; 1967 - 1968 6990th SS, Kadena AB, Okinawa; 1968 - 1969 6949th SS, Offutt AFB, NE; 1969 - 1971 6916th SS, Rhine Main AB, Germany; 1971 - 1976 6949th SS, Offutt AFB, NE. Flew 6600 hours on C-130's and RC-135's. | |
| HALLMAN, Joel | TSgt | 1984 | Served 1953-75, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Chicksands Bremenhaven San Antonio Utah Karamusel Misawa Ramusen | |
| HALLOWELL, William | Unk | 2006 | FTVA Life Member | |
| HALPIN, John Patrick | CMSgt | 2018 | Thai, Vietnamese, Korean linguist; 25 Air Medals; 26 year civil service following USAF career; considered true expert in Airborne reconnaissance | |
| HALSTEAD, John W. "Falstaff" | Unk | 2010 | 292X1 asgn T3 Misawa 1971-74 | |
| HALVERSON, Edward "Ed" | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'timer, Brooks AFB 292XX, WWII Rad Opr, AFSS 1951-'66; Cmd Hq, NSA, et al | |
| HAMAKER, Melvin L. | Unk | 2004 | 203 asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| Hambidge, Richard W. | 2022 | He joined the United States Air Force in June 1954 and was part of the 6913th Radio Squadron as an Interceptor operator and was stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany where he met and married Edith Bauer. | ||
| HAMEL, Joe | Maj | Unk | SACLO to SAWD 1961-63. | |
| HAMER, Jack | MSgt/GS | 2002 | Asgd as security specialist @ Kelly; retired from OSI. | |
| HAMILTON, David J. | Maj | 2019 | Chinese linguist, received commission as intel officer; Clark AB, Hakata, Kadena, Kelly, Offutt; 6918 Hakata linguist | |
| HAMILTON, Gary Lee | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HAMILTON, William M | Col | 2006 | Intell off; meteorologist dev forecast for D-Day, atomic tests | |
| HAMLET, Nason | SMSgt | 1964 | Asgnd San Vito. Auto accident on beach road near Brindisi. | |
| HAMLIN, Duane Charles | Unk | 2013 | Russian Linguist - 20+ years 1959-79, 6990th | |
| HAMLIN, Paul H. | SSgt | 2003 | 6924SS Da Nang 66-67. | |
| HAMM, John | Unk | 2008 | 292X2 asgn Kirknewton, Scotland 1960-63 | |
| HAMMELL, Donald R. | Unk | 2006 | 202 asgn Misawa 1955-57 | |
| Hammer, Robert Eugene | SMSgt | 2025 | Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, enlisting in 1958 and retiring in 1984. His military career helped shape his character – disciplined, dependable, and always ready to serve. Bob’s career in Air Force Intelligence took him to places around the world including Taiwan; Okinawa; Thailand; Frankfurt Germany; Iraklion AS Crete; NSA in Ft Meade MD; Misawa AB Japan and Kelly AFB (Security Hill). He retired in San Antonio and continued a career with Civil Service for the next 13 years. Bob was awarded many Air Force decorations during his career – among them, the Meritorious Medal with many Oak Leaf Clusters and a myriad of Defense Air Force medals. | |
| HAMMOCK, Bruce | MSgt | 1987 | Unk Specialty | |
| HAMPTON, Bill "Catfish" | Unk | 2009 | Asgn 136th CSS/Transec | |
| HAMPTON, James "Jim" | MSgt | 19?? | 293X0, Hq AFSS, 6920 PSR, et al | |
| HAMPTON, Lewis A "Lew" | unk | 2015 | 202, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1960-63 | |
| HANABLE, William (Bill) S. | Unk | 2011 | need assignment info please | |
| HANCE, Gary S. | Sgt | 2017 | Airborne manual morse operator who flew missions in Vietnam. Jun 65 - Jul 67 6922nd Security Wing, Clark AB, Philippine Islands; Nov 67 - Aug 68 6994th Security Squadron, Tan Son Nhut AB, Saigon, S. Vietnam, Pleiku AB, Pleiku, S. Vietnam (TDY), Hue Phu-Bai, Phu Bai, S. Vietnam (DOI) | |
| HANCOCK, James R. | A1C | 203x Misawa 1955 | ||
| HANCOCK, John E. | SMSgt | 1993 | Need info please | |
| HANCOCK, K. Ned | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| HAND, Charlie B. | unk | 2015 | 6913th | |
| HAND, Rick | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'timer, SIGINT Analyst ETO, PAC, Vietnam, Thailand, et al | |
| HANDLEY, Arthur J.,III "John" | AlC | 1985 | 702 worked in Stan/Eval @ Offutt. Gunshot wound. | |
| HANEY, Dennis Minogue | CMSgt | 2000 | SS era, Turkey, Chicksands, Crete, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, et al; Vietnam and Korea, dedicated golfer | |
| Hankla, Walfrid B. | 2020 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served with the 41st RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1951-55 on "A" Flight. In December of 1950 he left the University and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. His service included 2.5 years in Germany with the USAF SS, 41st RSM (Radio Squadron Mobile). He was honorably discharged in January 1955. | ||
| HANKS, Dale J. | Col | 1993 | Hall of Honor 1995; SS Ol'Timer; ops officer, WWII B-17 pilot England; Dep Cmdr EurSecRgn, Fkft | |
| HANLEY, Thomas J. III "TJ-3" | Col | 2002 | USAFSS Commander @ Pakistan, San Vito, Misawa, Pac Scty Rgn | |
| HANNA, Billy | MSgt | 19?? | Chicksands Baker Flight then days; early 60s | |
| HANNA, Billy G. | CMSgt | 1993 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's 8th RSM and many more | |
| HANNA, William K. "Bill" | A1C | 1985 | 6924SS Da Nang 66-67. | |
| HANNAH, Marcus T. (Ted) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Hannigan, John, J. | Maj | 2023 | During his 22 years in the Air Force, Jack and Bev were stationed in several locations throughout the US and Europe: Otis AFB, Cape Cod, Massachusetts; USAF Radar Station, Ramore, Ontario, Canada; K.I. Sawyer AFB, Gwinn and Marquette, MI; Stewart AFB, Newburg, NY; Izmir, Turkey; University of Michigan, Ann Arbor; Strategic Air Command (SAC), Offutt AFB, Omaha, Nebraska; Air Force Security Service, Frankfurt, Germany; Pleiku and Da Nang, Vietnam; and Kelly Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. | |
| HANOUSEK, William R. (Bill) | A2C | 2010 | Bremerhaven, GE | |
| Hansberger, William A. | MSgt | 2024 | Smiley joined the United States Air Force in 1961 and spent 23 years as a Cryptologist Russian Linguist. Upon retirement, he was employed at the National Security Agency for 10 years. | |
| HANSELL, Robert L. | MSgt | 1995 | SS Ol'Timer; WWII Vet, Cmd Staff, Crete, et al | |
| HANSEN, Herschel E. | LtCol | 1991 | USAFSS IG, 6926th/Clark CC, Saigon during Tet, NSA | |
| HANSEN, Louis L. | Unk | 2019 | Cryptoanlyst and Arab linguist; Iraklion, Crete | |
| HANSEN, Noel S. | SMSgt | 1991 | 6924SS Da Nang 66-67. | |
| HANSEN, Rodney S. Jr. "Rod" | unk | 2016 | USAFSS 1964-1969, Chinese Linguist - Goodfellow AFB TX, Taiwan, Vietnam War | |
| HANSON, Cal | Unk | 2007 | Need info pls | |
| HANSON, Oran E. | A1C | 1994 | Misawa 1957 | |
| HAPPEL, John E. Jr. | SSgt | Unk | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; chief analyst | |
| HAPPLE, John E | CMSgt | 19?? | 1950's Ol'Timer, Pacific area, AFSCC, et al | |
| HARBERT, Doyle H. | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, 304XX; Brooks AFB, Bremerhaven, US Dets, Cmd Hq, Korea, et al | |
| HARDAWAY, Ben C. | Col | 2003 | Asgn USAFSS Director of Inspections; NSA; 6912th CC; 6922nd CC. Travis Trophy. | |
| HARDELL, Wayne | Lt Col | 2013 | AFEWC | |
| HARDEN, Hubert M. "Mac" | SMSgt | 1997 | 292X1 asgn Chicksands, Misawa, Phu Cat Vietnam, Taiway, Hq USAFSS | |
| HARDEN, Otis H. | Unk | 2002 | 15th RSM USAFSS Vet | |
| Harder, Gary, R. | 2021 | He served in the U.S. Air Force as a Russian linguist and was stationed in Turkey and then at the National Security Agency in Washington, D.C. | ||
| HARDER, Wilfred R. | MSgt | 1998 | Misawa, 1961- | |
| HARDIN, William T. | SMSgt | 2000 | Asgd 6989th & Vietnam. | |
| HARDIN, Wyman C. | MSgt | 2000 | 304X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| HARDING, HORACE H. | Unk | 1986 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1953-55 | |
| Harding, Thomas B. | SSgt | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF during the Korean War. Tom proudly served his country in the Department of Defense for 36 years and 8 months, both as a civilian and in the military. For 10 years in the Air Force, Tom was an Analyst Specialist as a Radio Intercept Operator, earning the National Defense Service Medal. As a federal civilian, Tom continued to serve his country as a Systems Analyst. He was married to Alice Louise Lawson for nearly 69 years. Following provided by James S. Hill: His AFSCs were 29352 and 20250; Assignments include 6952 RSM 1953-1954, 6934 and RSM 1954-1956; his first 4 years were with USAFSS and when he left Libya, he was a MARs op in Georgia and then AACS until going to the Agency and was in A group until retiring. | |
| HARDY, Jerome | Unk | 1980 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; security guard | |
| HARDY, Marlin H. (Buck) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HARGO, ELMO C. | unk | unk | 6918th RSM/SS at Brady AB/Hakata, Japan during 1962-1964 | |
| HARGRAFEN, John I "Father John" | unk | 1995 | Chaplain (892), 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1971-72 | |
| HARGROVE, Asier "Jake" | MSgt | 2004 | Premier ACRP maint tech; outstanding NCO; "All Air Force" softball pitcher. Oct55-Jul59 Davis Monthan AFB, ECM B-47s, 1959 - 1962 Ramey AFB, Puerto Rico, ECM B-52s, 1962 - 1964 El Paso, TX, ECM B-52s, 1964 - 1968 6988th, YOKOTA, Japan, BAT Maintenance, 1969 - 1970 6990th, Cam Rahm Bay, RVN, 1970 - 1972 6916th, Rhein Main, Germany, 1972 - 1975 6949th, Offutt AFB, NE. Retired 31 Aug 1975, 1975 - 1982 6949th, Offutt NE, Worked for E-Systems as Field Svc Rep until 1991, 1982 - 1985 6990th, Kadena, Okinawa, 1985 - 1988 6988th, RAF Mildenhall, England, 1988 - 1991 6916th, Athens, Greece. | |
| HARIPAR, George E. | LCol | 1999 | WWII, SS in '64; SAC IO; SS unit cmdr: Danang, Bremerhaven, San Vito, Key West | |
| Harlan, Wesley R. | SSgt | 2024 | Wesley served as a Cryptologic Language Analyst in the USAF. He received numerous decorations to include National Defense Service and Global War on Terrorism Service Medals. He also earned an Associate’s in Arts from the Defense Language Institute in French and Arabic. He was stationed at Fort Meade Maryland, Presidio of Monterey California, USAG Darmstadt, Germany. Following his military service, Wesley joined US Customs and Border Protect. His interviewing skills, language abilities and work ethic made him a prime candidate for his next endeavors within CBP on several specialized work units. | |
| HARLOW, Haskel V. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-11) | |
| HARMEYER, Lance A. | LCol | 1998 | Chinese linguist; 30-yrs AF; Brooks,Chicksands; Eielson; Howard AFB, PACAF, AIA IG; FTVA Hall of Honor | |
| HARMON, Odis | Civ | 2006 | Senior manager in USAFSS Budget; WWII vet; 40 yrs w/civil service | |
| HARPER, Billy J. | Col | 1987 | Asgn Alaska, Kelly, Shiroi, MacDill, Kadena, Wheeler, Ft. Meade, 6993rd/Medina | |
| HARPER, William L. Jr. (Bill) | Unk | 2004 | 21 years in USAFSS, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HARRALSON, Raymond K. | Unk | 1984 | Asgn Misawa '55-57 | |
| HARRELL, Billy N. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; typewriter repair | |
| HARRELL, Henry "Hank" | CMSgt | 2001 | SS Ol'timer, 202xx,ETO, England,Cmd Hq, et al | |
| HARRELL, Richard D. | LtCol | 2007 | Worked in COMSEC engineering in the 1960s | |
| HARRIGER, Russell "Hop" | LtCol | 2010 | Hall of Honor 2003; B17 pilot in WWII, helped est Hq USAFSS in 1949-50; asgn Korea, Shemya | |
| HARRINGTON, Miles E. | unk | 2011 | 702x, Misawa 1961-63 | |
| Harrington, Sean Patrick | Colonel | 2025 | Sean “Silverback” Patrick Harrington commissioned in the USAF, where he served from 1987 until 2014, achieving the prestigious rank of Colonel. He served all over the world as a Navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer on the B-52H and RC-135V/W, serving in support of SOUTHERN WATCH, NORTHERN WATCH, ALLIED FORCE, ENDURING FREEDOM, and IRAQI FREEDOM. After retiring, he joined Lockheed Martin and excelled as the Director C4ISR Systems where he continued supporting the defense of our nation. One of his favorite assignments was in Stuttgart, Germany, where he enjoyed traveling to churches, castles, and trying all types of food. He also enjoyed commanding the 67th Operations Support Squadron at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. | |
| HARRIS, David L. (Dave) | unk | 2012 | 6952nd, Kirknewton 1962-65 | |
| HARRIS, Eric | Unk | 2016 | RC-135 flyer | |
| HARRIS, Glenn M. | Unk | 1998 | 292XX, Turkey, Cmd Hq | |
| HARRIS, Henry "Hank" | TSgt | 2004 | 10 year USAFSS vet | |
| Harris, J. Scottie | SMSgt | 2020 | Scott served an honorable mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Medillìn, Colombia, South America. Scott married the love of his life Michelle Doyle on October 7, 1989 in the St. George temple. Following his marriage to his sweetheart he enlisted in the U.S. Air National Guard. Where upon he retired after 21 years of diligence. He truly loved his country. According to Joseph Figueroa, "Sincerest condolences. Privileged to have served alongside Scottie in Utah. A true professional. He treated me like family when I was at the 169th Intelligence Squadron. Great times during our many stateside and overseas adventures. He was one of the main people responsible for making SENIOR SCOUT an iconic weapons system." According to Colonel Robert Slusser, "Scotty had a wonderful, nurturing approach to training...he was always calm, patient with the trainee, and worked to build their confidence. I liked to stand behind him on the airplane during a mission and listen to him working with a new operator...his professionalism and caring attitude always put me at ease. I’m very fortunate to have served with Scotty. My thoughts and prayers are with Michelle and his family." According to Thomas Donovan, "Scott was a beloved member of the 169IS, veteran of many SENIOR SCOUT and FURTIVE BEAR deployments, instructor, evaluator, NCOIC of the SCOUT FTU and a good friend, good human being. The world is a little sadder today." | |
| HARRIS, James E. "Jim" | CMSgt | 2008 | Need info pls | |
| HARRIS, James R. "Hap" | Unk | 2017 | 292X1, 6918 RSM, 6924 SS | |
| HARRIS, Joe | MSgt | 2008 | Base Supply at Kirknewton, Chicksands | |
| Harris, Loyd L. | CMSgt | 2021 | He joined the Air Force and earned the rank of Chief Master Sergeant, while serving in the Air Force Security Service with his specialty as a Radio Operator and Instructor. He was stationed solo in Japan and later with his family in Florida (where he met his wife), as well as Germany, Mississippi, Alaska, Taiwan, and Texas. After retiring from the military, the family then returned to Naylor where he served as Mayor and Chief of Police. According to Christine Axe Dugger, "Back in 1970, while at Shu Lin Ku Air Force Base in Taipei, Taiwan my husband, Skip Axe, was one of your dad's Devil Dog basketball players. We kept in touch over the years, sending Christmas cards. My sympathy to each of you." | |
| HARRIS, Ozzie | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, England, Greenland, Germany and Thailand | |
| HARRIS, Paul N. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL1957-09) | |
| HARRIS, Raymond J. | Unk | 2001 | Worked at Misawa. Died at Yokota AB, Japan | |
| HARRIS, Richard J | Unk | 2017 | 292XX; 6924, 6918 | |
| HARRIS, Wesley V. | LCol | 1995 | Ops Officer; SS Ol'Timer; WWII Vet Battle of the Bulge, NSA, DIA, et al | |
| HARRIS, William D. Jr. "Bill" | MSgt | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Goodfellow, USAFSS | |
| HARROLD, Heath | GS | 2012 | 1A8 Spanish Linguist, Omaha, Director/Founder, Offutt AFB Language Lab | |
| HARTGRAVE, Robert L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HARTHCOCK, Don "Dr Donny" | Unk | 2007 | Russian 203 asgn Misawa 1963-74 | |
| HARTLE, Joseph L. Jr. "Joe" | Unk/GS | 2005 | Asgn Misawa, Bremerhaven, Chicksands, Peshawar, Hq USAFSS/ESC | |
| HARTMAN, Clifford A. (PD) | Unk | 2013 | 292 on Dawg Flight 1965-67, 6918th, RSM/SS, Hakata Japan | |
| HARTMAN, Hugh E. Jr. | CMSgt | 2007 | Analyst/linguist; asgn Pakistan, Germany, Japan, Shemya; managed DC-Moscow hotline | |
| Hartman, James Howard | 2024 | In 1969 he decided to enlist in the US Air Force even though he had a college deferment. He served for four years, including one year with the 6924th Security Service at Da Nang Air Base, Republic of Viet Nam. His last two years of service were spent working at the National Security Agency in Maryland. | ||
| HARTMAN, Randon C. | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1971-72 | |
| HARTMAN, Rick | Unk | 2003 | USAFSS Vet asgn Athens, Ft Meade. | |
| Hartman, Steven Allan | SMSgt | 2023 | He was a Chinese Linguist. According to USAFSS Facebook site Steven was stationed in Okinawa in 1973. He was also stationed at Davis Monthan AFB, Arizone | |
| HARTMANN, Francis E. (Frank) | Civ | 2018 | 31 year career, AFCSC 1950 - 81; lauded by NSA and AFCSC/CC for "logistics" contributions upon retirement | |
| Hartnett, Daniel C. | MSgt | 2023 | He served in the USAF for 23 years. He impacted many during his military service and his expertise was utilized on critical mission areas which took him and his family all over the world. The following information was provided by Thomas Powell: Danny was a great guy. I spent two years with him in Misawa Japan. | |
| HARTSFIELD, Floyd R. | TSgt | 1999 | R20270; 6924SS Ramasun 71-72, Shiroi, Japan, Thailand (2 tours), Shu Lin K'ou, Taiwan, and NSA | |
| HARVEY, Ken | MSgt | 2001 | A207X1 @ Eielson, Offutt | |
| HARVEY, Rocklin L. "Rocky" | MSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Berlin, Japan, England | |
| HARWOOD, William Jr. "Bill" | Unk/GS | 2005 | 292X1/202 asgn Misawa, Germany, Philippines, San Vito; 'super' 202 | |
| HASHMAN, William L. | Unk | 1968 | more info please | |
| Hassett, John P. | 2022 | Jack served in the United States Air Force during the Korean war. After a year of training at Yale University, he worked as a Chinese linguist for U.S. Air Force Intelligence. Jack’s unit flew overactive battlefields in Korea, translating real time Mandarin communications of the Chinese, providing valuable intelligence to soldiers on the ground. | ||
| HATCHER, Donna Jean | SSgt | 2014 | Comm Center Specialist - 6994th Security Wing 1977-79 | |
| HATCHER, Howard E. | CMSgt | 2017 | ELINT Specialist; HQ USAFSS, 6915th ESS, Germany, Key West | |
| HATFIELD, Richard F. "Jug" | CMSgt | 2003 | Iron Horse analyst @ Danang (1968); AFSPECCOM; Kelly; Zweibrucken; NSA. | |
| HATHAWAY, Bobby B. | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'timer; 29290, Cmd Hq, Bremerhaven in '50's, et al | |
| HATHAWAY, Manuel "Jim" | SSgt | 1965 | Asgnd San Vito, San Antonio. Auto accident. | |
| HATTON, Ned | Unk | 2002 | Asgd Landsberg 54-56; rode bicycle from AZ to MT at age 70. | |
| HAUGE, Peter W. | CMSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'timer, Cmd Hq, Chicksands, Bentwaters, Berlin, Vietnam, et al | |
| HAULSEE, Ivan "Butch" | MSgt | 2003 | Asgn Bremerhaven, Vietnam; USAFSS airborne Morse intercept operator who flew EC-47 recon missions with the 6994th in Vietnam in 1966 and 1970-71. Feb 59 - Feb 62 6930th SG; Feb 62 - Feb 65; 6913th SG; Feb 65 - Jul 66 6940th SW; Jul 66 - Jul 67 6994th SS; Jul 67 - Jan 70 6940th TTG (ARDF School); Jan 70 - Aug 71 6994th SS; Aug 71 - Jan 74 6940th TTG (ARDF School) Flew approx 145 missions as RO, SRO and IRO etc. Helped set up ARDF School at Goodfellow. Retired in 1974. | |
| HAUMANN, Andrew J. Jr. | Unk | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1962 | |
| HAUPT, Kenneth U. | Unk | 2017 | 6918th RSM 202XX; 20 year vet | |
| Haupt, Ronald Richard | 2024 | Ron enlisted in the USAF where he spent one year on the island of Crete in Greece before relocating to Fort Meade, Maryland. On October 24, 1959, Ron and Janet (née Ridings) were married at the Brookland Baptist Church in Washington DC. After his honorable discharge from the Air Force in 1961, Ron returned to Fort Meade as a civilian, working over the next 35 years for the Department of Defense (DOD). During that time, Ron attended classes at the National Cryptologic School, to include completing advanced DOD engineering courses in preparation for the important work he would perform that also required him to travel all over the world. After retiring from the DOD, Ron went to work for Applied Signal Technology for the remaining four years of his distinguished government career. In 1966, they had the opportunity to move to Harrogate, England for Ron's work with the National Security Agency (NSA), and spent seven years on two separate tours living in England as well as traveling throughout the United Kingdom and much of Europe. | ||
| HAVENS, Glen R. | SSgt | 1990 | 292 asgn Misawa 1965, Returned stateside as 702 | |
| HAVENS,Glenn R. | UNK | 1996 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HAVLEN, Robert C. | PFC | 1994 | Motor Pool asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| HAWKES, Max E. | W4 | 2005 | One of USAFSS original founders. Asgn Chicksands in mid-50s | |
| HAWKINS, Ronnie D. | CMSgt | 2018 | USAFSS Communications; Newfoundland, Pakistan, Alaska, & TX; First African-American CMSgt at Goodfellow AFB; 2 Vietnam tours | |
| HAWLEY, Daniel R. | TSgt | 2019 | WX Crypto-Analyst; Darmstadt, Phillipines, Bremerhaven, Vietnam | |
| HAWTHORNE, Francis E. | GS | 2004 | WWII vet, asgn USAFSS then NSA after retirement | |
| HAYES, Curtis | SSgt | 2004 | DF op @ Bremerhaven & Kassel | |
| HAYES, Lloyd W. | CMSgt | 1999 | SS era; Personnel/Admin, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Haygood, Jeannette Maureen | 2021 | Spouse of CMSgt (ret) Don Haygood, FTVA Lifetime Member. Jeannette and Don were married in England on May 5, 1962, while Donald was enlisted in the US Air Force. They were fortunate to be stationed in Italy, Texas, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and then retiring back in Texas. | ||
| HAYNES, Glen C. | MSgt | 2002 | R29291, Ops Supv; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| HAYNES, Roy R. | Unk | 199? | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks, Bremerhaven ops; Cmd Hq, et al | |
| Haynie, Don C. | TSgt | 2023 | After graduating from high school, he joined the USAF and served for 20 years. Don served all over the world and married his best friend and the love of his life, Maureen Gilmore on April 6, 1968 in Luton, England. He also served two tours in Vietnam and was a proud veteran. While serving in Japan, his wife delivered their only child, John Haynie. After his retirement from the military. Don is survived by his loving wife, Maureen Haynie of Garvin, OK: son, John L. Haynie and wife, Michelle of Stillwater, OK. //Obit – Miller and Miller Funeral Home// Don’s AFSC was 291; years of service were Nov 1959 to Nov 1979; assignments included Chicksands AB, Misawa AB, Da Nang AB, Kelly AFB, Ft. Meade, Griffiss AFB, Medina AFB, Anchorage, Shemya, NKP Thailand //Maureen Haynie// | |
| HAYS, Doyle R. "Bob" | MSgt | 2007 | 202 asgn Alaska, England, Vietnam, Goodfellow instructor | |
| Healy, David L. | 2025 | David began his career in the United States Air Force as a linguist, where he developed the skills and passion that would define his professional life. He later continued his service to the nation by joining the National Security Agency, where he served with distinction for several decades. His career took him around the world, with overseas assignments in Australia (1979–82 and 1985–87) and England (1993–96), as well as multiple stateside (CONUS) relocations including Hawaii (2001–06). He retired from the NSA with the respect and admiration of his colleagues. He is survived by his loving wife, Norma; daughters, Robyn and Debra. //Obit – Ever Loved// According to Facebook post, he was assigned to KRSOC. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | ||
| HEALY, Edward | Unk | 2005 | USAFSS COMSEC Vet asgn 18th Radio Security Squadron | |
| HEALY, Michael J. "Mike" | MSgt | 2007 | 30452A; FLR-9 Tech asgn Japan, Turkey, Chicksands, Kelly, Korea | |
| HEARD, J. Earl | Unk | 2010 | Need info pls | |
| HEARD, Steven W. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Hearn, B. Kyle | 2022 | While a student at Ole Miss, he accepted an appointment by former Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Carroll Gartin and later entered the USAF, serving in the United States Air Force Security Service. Following his honorable discharge, Kyle spent over a quarter of a century employed by the Federal Government. His federal employment permitted he and his family to live in the United Kingdom and Thailand. Kyle enjoyed playing brass instruments. Initially learning to play the trumpet and then later the trombonium and euphonium. He felt honored to have participated in Taps Across America in support of fallen service members and veterans. | ||
| Hearne, Sheila M. | 2023 | She enlisted in the USAF in 1981. She served as an Intelligence Analyst. Her first assignment was Clark Air Base on Luzon Island in the Philippines. She became the first fully flight-qualified female in the Electronic Security Command to fly missions aboard MC-130 aircraft in Southeast Asia. In the Philippines she met her future husband, who was also in the USAF stationed in Osan, Korea. In 1983, she was stationed at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas. They were married in 1984 and later that year, she transferred to the Air Force Reserve. In 1989, as the Berlin Wall was coming down, they moved to Stuttgart, Germany where Sheila worked for the Defense Information Systems Agency at Patch Barracks. | ||
| HEATH, James "Jim" | CMSgt | 1996 | Instr in SS NCO Academy 23-yrs; Goodfellow NCO Academy dedicated to him | |
| HEAVNER, Donie G. | Sgt | 1999 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| HEBELER, Lynn "Hap" | SMSgt | 2017 | Personnel specialist, linguist/analyst | |
| HEBERT, Jim | MSgt | 2004 | Korean linguist (maybe the best ever); USAFSS Korean linguist who served tours at Osan, Yokota, and Kadena in the 1960's-1970's. 1960 - 1061 Yale, basic and intermediate Korean, 1961 - 1972 Osan, 6988th/Yokota, and 6990th/Kadena AB Okinawa. Departed USAFSS, 1972 - 1979 Assignments to Fairchild AFB, Bangkok and McClellan AFB. | |
| HEBERT, Mervin P. | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Ankara; served during Korean war | |
| HEBERT, Paul L. | CMSgt | 1988 | R29291, Ops Suprt; 6922SW Clark 65; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| Hebron, Robert | SMSgt | 2023 | The following are extracts from Social Media posts. One post specifically mentioned “Please keep Jana, Heather and Nic in your thoughts during this rough time” Robert was a MIMI. Assignments included Osan and Hickam. In addition, he deployed to Southwest Asia as a Datalink Operator Trainer. Tributes indicate he was extremely beloved in the ISR community, especially by his fellow MIMIs. A mentor to many, his character has been described as humorous, with many one-liners and always a positive demeanor. There was a MIMI Call in his honor on December 17, 2023. | |
| HECKLER, Daniel | Unk | 2016 | 202/209 (COMSEC); Brooks, Sembach | |
| HEDDINGS, Louis W. | TSgt | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1971 | |
| HEDGES, Gordon Harvey Jr. | MSgt | 2019 | Chinese linguist (IFEL 1965-04); Taiwan, Denver | |
| HEFFERNAN, John T. | CMSgt | 1987 | SS Ol'Timer; 202XX; AFSCC and many others | |
| Hefflefinger, John (Jack) | A1C | 2025 | John served in the US Air Force from November 1957 through November 1961 in the Security Service as a Radio Teletype Interpreter Operator stationed in England. John worked for many years for the Federal government and TRW. He is survived by twin daughters Monica Wenrich of Harrisburg and Maria Wissler of Harrisburg, stepdaughter Andrea Rahn and her husband Robert Rahn of Delaware. //Obit – Dailey Funeral Home// | |
| HEGLAND, Eugene E. | LCol | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Intl Off; Japan,Okinawa,Pakistan,Greenland,Cmd Hq; NSA, et al | |
| HEIL, George C. Jr. "Doc" | MSgt | 2014 | 202 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, C Flt - 1967-69, Lin Kou | |
| HEILMAN, John M. (Mac / Omar) | Unk | 2013 | 6918th RMS/SS, Hakata, Japan - 292 on Able Flight | |
| HEINRICH, Thomas J. | Unk | 2017 | more info please | |
| HEINRICHS, Walter L. | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Russian/Polish linguist; owned Concho Rabbit Ranch, San Angelo,Tx | |
| Heintskill, James J. | 2025 | He graduated from St. James High School in 1957 and went on to serve our great country in the United States Air Force as a Morse code operator. During his time in the Air Force, he had the privilege of playing baseball on the Air Force Baseball Team. His love for the game continued as he played on several baseball, softball and blooper ball teams in Bay County for many years. Jim was extremely proud of his service to our country and held deep respect for his time in the military. According to Gregg Brooks, Julie and Family, I just received your kind note to inform me of Jim's passing. I was so saddened to hear this. I was in the USAF Security Service with JJ, and we worked on Security Hill at Misawa AB, in Northern Honshu Japan. We played baseball together for the Air Force and became very good teammates and friends. Of course, I never seen JJ once getting assigned back to the States in 1964, but we always exchanged cards every Christmas and always talked about our fun playing baseball in Japan and that we were lucky enough to travel by plane all over Japan to play other military and college teams. Additionally, we always compared my Red Sox to his beloved Tigers and had a few laughs. A wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May the wonderful memories of Jim help you through this difficult time. RIP JJ, and you certainly made a difference in serving our country. | ||
| HELBLING, Victor | unk | 2013 | need more info please | |
| HELMER, Charles "Chuck" | CMSgt | 1996 | Ops; SS fm '50 @ Brooks; Golfer on Cmd team | |
| HELMS, Wayne F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HELMS, William "Bill" | Unk | 2019 | More info please | |
| HELZER, Harry H. Jr. | unk | 2006 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan - 1959-60 | |
| HENDERSHOT, Marvin L. | Unk | 2008 | USAFSS - started 1958 - 6929th, Osan-Ni, Korea 62-63. Bangkok, Thailand with Det3 6923RSM, 6924th DaNang, VN. Left the AF and joined the Navy and ended up back in Viet Nam. | |
| HENDERSON, Arthur D. | Unk | 2005 | 203 asgn Misawa '59-61 | |
| HENDERSON, Basil | MSgt | 2017 | 6994th EC-47 Airborne maintenance | |
| HENDERSON, Bruce D. | LCol | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, WWII bomber Nav, linguist, SS Shift Supv Rhein Main, much more | |
| HENDERSON, Donald A. | MSgt | 2010 | 292X1/202X0 asgn Libya and AFSCC 1956-58 | |
| HENDERSON, Jimmie W. | Unk | 1985 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1956 | |
| HENDERSON, Mac J. | MSgt | 1988 | 304XX asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| HENDERSON, Roosevelt F. | SMSgt | 2003 | Vietnam vet. | |
| Henderson, Rory Fergerson | 2025 | Rory joined the Air Force and his propensity for languages enabled him to learn Chinese which he trained for in Texas and later at Yale. While he didn't speak Chinese, he was able to listen and translate the language. He joked to his mom that he was a spy because he couldn't tell her specifically what his job was while in the service. He served for four years. He is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Elizabeth Anne Henderson; his son, Mark Henderson (Laura), daughter-in-law, Jennifer Henderson (Paul, deceased 2019). //Obit – Legacy.com// | ||
| HENDRIX, Benjamin W. | Unk | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1958-60 | |
| HENDRIX, Bethel S. | MSgt | 1995 | Asgn Onna Point, Darmstadt, Iraklion, Goodfellow 1960s | |
| HENLEY, James T. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HENNING, Donald A. | LCol | 1984 | Logistics; Military 10 yrs to MSgtt; Commissioned to LCol 20-yrs; retired LCol | |
| HENRY, David W.,Jr | Col | 1985 | Dep Comptroller, Cmd Staff | |
| HENRY, Donald L. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-07) | |
| HENRY, Frederick G. | Unk | 2002 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL1964-07) | |
| HENRY, James B. | CMSgt | 1986 | Maint; SS Ol'Timer fm 1950 to retirement; traveled with MAST/IG Team. | |
| HENRY, James Frederick | unk | 2014 | Intel Technician (4 yrs USN, 4 yrs USAF), Misawa in the 6921 RGM 1958-62 | |
| HENRY, James G. | LtCol | 2004 | Asgn Hq USAFSS as Intel Officer/AFSSO | |
| HENSLEY, Charlie | Unk | 2018 | NSA-TX, 56 year vet/civ career; Russian linguist | |
| Hensley, Jessie J. | Major | 2025 | Jessie went on to join the United States Air Force, later attending Officer Training in 1979 and achieving the rank of Major before his retirement in 1992 after 20 years of dedicated and faithful service. While in the Air Force, Jessie met Sue Reed. His wife, Sue Hensley, also served in the United States Air Force from 1973-1989. Jessie achieved a Defense Meritorious Service medal with one oak leaf cluster, Meritorious Service medal with two oak leaf clusters, Aire Force Commendation medal, Joint Service Achievement medal, Air Force Achievement medal, Air Force Good Conduct medal with one oak leaf cluster and National Defense Service medal with one Bronze Star. In addition to many awards and achievements, Jessie also served two tours on the Island of Crete, Greece in the mid-1970's as an Arabic Linguist. He also served as a signal intelligence officer at Ramstein AFB in Germany in the mid-1980's. In between tours overseas, he worked at the National Security Agency, Ft. George G. Meade, Maryland as well as the Pentagon. He is survived by his dear wife, Sue Hensley; daughter Melissa Claire Hensley Lazar (Tommy). //Obit - Donaldson Funeral Home// | |
| HENSON, Orville L. | SSgt | 2018 | 4 years as crypto analyst | |
| Hentz, Ronald D., CMSgt (ret), USAFSS *** FTVA Lifetime Member 16 | CMSgt | 2022 | Ron was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and retired as a CMSgt with 21 years of service in military intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. He served in both the Vietnam and Cold Wars as a Russian linguist. Throughout his service, Ron was stationed around the world, most notably spending ten years in Japan where he met the love of his life in Okinawa and together started their family. He enjoyed experiencing new cultures and studying languages such as Russian, Japanese, Okinawan, Latin, and most recently, Spanish. Ron's military service remained his proudest accomplishment and he actively supported military groups and causes throughout his life. After retiring from the Air Force, Ron started a second career with the US Postal Service, eventually retiring as Postmaster of the Menasha Post Office. | |
| HERBER, Gerald W. | A2C | 1994 | 292x in Shiroi 1957 | |
| HERD, Maxey E. | MSgt | 2004 | Chinese linguist asgn Shiroi, Shu Lin Kou, Danang, Goodfellow. | |
| HERITAGE, Douglas R. "Doug" | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. | |
| HERMAN, John A. | SMSgt | 1985 | Need info please | |
| HERMAN, Terry W. | Unk | 2011 | USAFSS, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Dawg Flight | |
| HERMES, Martha P. | GS | 1995 | Need info please | |
| HERMOND, Eddison "Eddie" | SSgt | 2018 | 10 yr USAF career before joining NG; passed away while attempting to save others during Ellicott City, MD floods | |
| HERRIDGE, John Robert | SMSgt | 2015 | USCG, USA, USAFSS - 6994th Saigon - 1971, Det 2 6994th at Pleiku and DaNang 69-70 | |
| HERRIN, Sam C. | Major | 2012 | Retired in 1971 - RU Ling - 208X3A, Intel Officer - 14N, Misawa, Japan - Danang, Vietnam 1968-69, NSA, Ft Meade, MD - Duties in European theater | |
| HERRINGTON, Ernese H. | PFC | 1996 | Asgn Misawa 1950- | |
| HERSON, Gordon | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Camp Pieri, Germany | |
| HESSE, Edwin A. "Sandy" | BGen | 2004 | USAFSS Vice Commander; flew P47, P80, F86, F100, F4 during Korea, Vietnam | |
| HESSLER, Charles (Chuck) | CMSgt | 2013 | 1967 - 1991, 292X1/207X1 202X0 and 1st Sgt, Misawa, Crete, and San Vito, 6917th First Sgt 1985-88 | |
| HESSLER, E. Rand | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Czech ling, 11½-yrs in Germany; Czek instr 6940 TTG Goodfellow | |
| HESTER, Henry L. | Unk | 2011 | 292/202 asgn Misawa 1959-64, 1970-72 | |
| HETHERINGTON, Travis M. | BGen | 2002 | Commander USAFSS @ Brooks 1949; HoH Member; SA Homebuilder after ret 1963 | |
| HETLAND, Richard M. | A1C | 2004 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HEWITT, Dorothy "Dottie" | GS | 1988 | Cmd Admin to Opns Staff; twin sister Doris Civ at Lackland AFB | |
| HEYE, Herman | Unk | 2009 | Asgn 2nd RSM 52-54 then Boeing manager for 35 years | |
| HEYEN, Henry J. | SMSgt | 2018 | Cryptanalyst ESC; NRO Special Projects Group | |
| HEYL, Robert E. | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| HIBBITT, Thomas E. | Unk | 1989 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| HIBBS, Frank W. | CMSgt | 1997 | 1963-64 (Need more info) | |
| Hickey, Charles, R. | A1C | 2023 | He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War as a linguist and also taught Chinese. | |
| Hickman, James Robert | 2023 | After the Korean War broke out, he enlisted in the Air Force, where he became a linguist with the US Air Force Security Service, stationed in Germany. The Air Force sent Bob to Syracuse University for a full year of intense study of the Russian language. He graduated as Valedictorian of his class, and remarkably, delivered his 5-minute-long valedictory speech entirely in Russian. | ||
| HICKSON, William C. | Capt | 1989 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1958-60 | |
| HICOK, Robert "Bob" | SMSgt | 2017 | Computer specialist, Pakistan, Zweibruecken, Kelly AFB | |
| HIERONYMUS, Alan "Hero" | SSgt | 2007 | German linguist asgn Berlin, Offutt; evaluator, Viet Linguist at Kadena | |
| HIGGINBOTHAM, Leonard M. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Higgins , Patricia “Patti” | 2025 | She joined the United States Air Force where she excelled in Russian Language School in Monterrey, California. From there, she was stationed as a Russian Linguist in Misawa, Japan, where she met Thomas Jackson while riding dirt bikes, and they married soon after. The military took them to Hawaii; Virginia Beach; Maryland; London, England; and Pensacola, Florida. | ||
| HIGGINS, Charles E. | Unk | 2017 | Darmstadt and 6916th, Athens, Greece | |
| HIGGINS, Willard S. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL-1955-10) | |
| HIGGINSON, George M. | Col | 1992 | Intel Off; DCS/P&P in 60's much more; much liked and respected | |
| HIGHBERG, Richard P. | TSgt | 2000 | R20270; 6924SS Ramasun 75-76. | |
| HIGLEY, John C. | Unk | 2009 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan, Radio intercept operator at Elmendorf, COMSEC | |
| HILDENBRAND, Raymond J. | SMSgt | 1997 | ACRP; expert in Alert Ctr | |
| Hill, Christopher James | 2025 | Chris proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1990 to 1995, including active duty during Operation Desert Shield, where he was a earned several achievement metals as a crypto linguist. His service to his country was a source of great pride to both him and his family. During this time, he was able to travel to many counties and see the world. | ||
| HILL, Daniel D. | Unk | 2009 | Russian 203 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| HILL, Danny Duane | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| HILL, Donald "Don" | A1C | 1953 | Linguist; killed in B-50 ACRP loss over Sea of Japan | |
| HILL, Edward L. | TSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - NSA, Karamursel, Turkey, Rhein Main, Germany, Danang Air Base, Vietnam, Goodfellow Air Force Base, San Angelo, Texas, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, Security Hill, San Antonio, Texas, Lackland Air Force Base Annex (Medina), Texas. | |
| HILL, Hiskell V. "Hask" | Capt | 1990 | ACRP; CAT 4 linguist (Russian) @ Rhein-Main; officer AMS; Chief Stan/Eval @ Hq ESC. | |
| HILL, James C. | TSgt/GS | 2002 | Assgnd Japan, Alaska, Korea, Hq USAFSS; Civil Service @ Kelly | |
| Hill, James W. | CMSgt | 2022 | He proudly and honorably served 32 years in the United States Air Force, his first two years being with the Army National Guard. He stated his military career took him all over the world where he witnessed many different beliefs, religions, cultures, and people. He said he saw the "good, bad, ugly and beautiful" everywhere he went. After completing basic training, at Lackland AFB in San Antonio, TX, he attended Morse Code Radio Operations training at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, MS. In this field he was an Interceptor Operator, where he intercepted Russian, Chinese, and North Korean Morse Code until the code became obsolete. Afterwards, he attended school and became a Crypto Operator. He then requested re-training into Jet Aircraft Maintenance where he specialized on the Egress System on the B-52 Bombers. After 3 years, in this field, he requested re-training into Command and Control where he served for the next 21 years. He served in many countries including Japan, Korea, Germany, Libya, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Vietnam, and many posts in the USA including Alaska, twice at Elmendorf AFB. He retired from the Air Force in 1981 with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. | |
| HILL, Jimmie D. (Jimmy) | Capt | 2013 | 20-years AF - 6987th Comptroller, 25-years CIA/NRO - more info please | |
| HILL, John F. | SSgt | 2019 | He joined the Air Force in 1954, was trained as a Russian linguist, and was stationed in Germany. | |
| HILL, Perry J. | SMSgt | 2010 | more information please | |
| HILL, Philip D. | TSgt | 2012 | Linguist, Teufelsberg - Berlin GE 1970-78, (NSA) Ft Meade, MD 1978- | |
| HILL, Vernon | CMSgt | 1994 | Need info please | |
| Hilligoss, Donald Martin "Don" | 2025 | From 1962 to 1966, he proudly served his country as a Radio Intercept Analyst with the United States Air Force Security Service, stationed in Frankfurt, Germany. | ||
| HILLS, Myron Sr. | Unk | 1993 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Hindman, Kenneth | MSgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF December 18, 1997 where he earned his associate degree and served 22 years as a Spanish linguist. He was honorably discharged on December 31, 2017 as a Master Sergeant in Intelligence Command. He was a Spanish Linguist with assignments to Offutt Air Force Base; Utah Air National Guard Base; Fort Meade; and Lackland Air Force Base. | |
| HINE, Joseph L. | MSgt | 2017 | Ground radio maintenance, Germany, Taiwan, Malstrom AFB | |
| HINES, Warner "Scotty" | MSgt | 2013 | 20 year career, Turkey was first assignment, Asia, Germany ( Det 2, 6910 Scty Gp) Weisbaden, Darmstadt, Frankfurt, and RAF Chicksand, UK | |
| HINGSTONE, Jeffrey | Unk | 1979 | 202 asgn Misawa 1970 | |
| HINKLEY, Earle H. Jr. | Unk | 2008 | Weather analyst; asgn Darmstadt, Bangkok, Japan, Germany | |
| HINKLEY, William B. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962- 01) | |
| HINMAN, Richard H. | Col | 2004 | Pilot in WWII; Asgn USAFSS & NSA | |
| HINMAN, Robert | Unk | 2016 | 6988 RSM | |
| HINTON, Jim | Unk | 2008 | Asgn 6901st, 6925th; discharge 1965; English professor 34 yrs | |
| HINTON, Paul L. "Granny" | Unk | 2001 | 203 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| Hisey, Robert Stephen | CMSgt | 2025 | Bob entered the Air Force in September 1975. Throughout his time as an active-duty Airman, he served a total of 21 years with 14 years of foreign service. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies from the University of Maryland Far East Campus and completed the Korean language course at Yonsei University in Seoul, Korea. His Primary specialties included Signals Intelligence Analysis 2 years, Cryptologic Linguist 5 years, Far East Cryptologic Linguist 14 years and 1 month. He graduated from the Senior NCO Academy in February of 1991. His illustrious career includes the following commendations. Air Force Achievement medal with 2 devices, Air Force Commendation Medal, Aerial Achievement Medial, Meritorious Service Medal with 6 devices, Air Force Training Ribbon, Air Force Overseas Short Tour Ribbon with 2 devices, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award with 4 devices, NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon with 2 devices, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon/Rifle, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with 7 devices, Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 6 devices, Air Medal with 11, and Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal. In his final assignment Bob served at Kelly Air Force Base as a Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 67th Intelligence Group. In Civilian life Bob continued his service to God, his country, and his community as Director National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) Alert Center, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, and Senior Analyst, Modern Technologies Corporation. He served the Department of Defense as a foreign military liaison and interpreter in the Republic of Korea; recipient of the U.S. Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Bronze, Silver, and Gold), U.S. Air Force Civilian Achievement Medal, Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year award, and numerous USAF defense and service awards and recognitions including Foreign Language Lifetime Achievement Award, Department of the Air Force winner, and NASIC Wall of Honor Nominee. Bob noted his key achievement at NASIC was when he discovered critical open-source information which compromised threats to a future Presidential State visit to Israel and passed the information to Secret Service, leading to last minute travel plan revisions to safeguard the President and his staff. Bob is survived by his wife of 33 years Elizabeth Renee Hisey, his children Robert Stephen Hisey III (Gracie), Steven Lewis, and Kristin Lewis. //Obit – Hoskinson Funeral Home// Bob was my best friend when we were young SSgts and TSgts together in Korea and Okinawa. We lhad many BBQs, beers, and laughed til all hours of the night. Bob was a true patriot who loved his country. God Bless you and your family my old friend! //Chief Master Sergeant Ron Schriner// Chief Hisey, K-Bob, was a great mentor, dearest counsel, blessed friend. I had the honor and privilege to witness his retirement from Federal Service, and what a joy it was to serve with him. His love of family and country was in every word, and every gesture, and was a true treasure to behold. Bob, as I said at your retirement, we have the Watch; rest your weary head. //Izzy (Sergeant Page)// | |
| Hisle, Wally Gene | 2024 | He served in the United States Air Force Security Service, spending 27 months stationed on Crete, Greece, before moving to Madrid, Spain. | ||
| Hites, Richard W. | CMSgt | 2023 | Richard “Dickie” Hites was inducted into the FTVA Hall of Honor in 1998. He is also a member of the FTVA Aloha Chapter. The following information provided by Dennis Buxton: As a young NCO, I had the distinct pleasure and honor of working with and for Dickie at Skivvy Nine in both the Analysis & Reporting (DOA) Shop and on the Korean Tactics Analysis Team (KTAT). Learned so much not only about analysis and reporting but being an effective and professional NCO as well. | |
| HLIVKO, GARY A. | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Misawa 202x 68-69 | |
| HOAG, Charles | Unk | 2018 | Cryptographer, England, Germany, Japan, San Antonio, TX | |
| HOAR, Bart | Unk | 2019 | A292 Morse Op; Tuslog Det 2, Turkey; 6945th RSM; 6916th, 6949th, 6994 SS Tan Son Nhut; 6990th, 55th Strat Missile Wg, 6917th, 6950th | |
| HOAR, Galen Eugene "Mike" | unk | 2014 | Tan Son Nhut 66-67. Offutt AFB - AMT | |
| HOBBS, C. Woodrow "Woody" | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer,a master Manpower mgr; SS HoH; AFCM+3OLC, MSM+1OLC. | |
| Hobbs, James Michael | MSgt | 2023 | James was a Chinese linguist. Hawaii, NSA. | |
| HOBDY, Homer C. Jr. "Sonny" | Unk | 2007 | Served during Korean war, retiring at Goodfellow | |
| Hobson, Elmer Dean | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and his first assignment was as a Morse code intercept operator in Okinawa, Japan. After four years, Dean became an Air Traffic Controller. He was highly respected by his peers and commanding officers. He enjoyed teaching others the skills of his trade and was selected to create completely new training programs for the USAF in Spangdhalem, Germany. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Valerie Greer Hobson; s | ||
| HOBSON, Lauren | Unk | 2003 | 203 asgn Misawa 1959-63 | |
| HOCKENSMITH, Larry | Unk | 2000 | 202 asgn Chicksands (50s/60s) | |
| HOCKETT, Stanley D. | Unk | 1997 | 292 asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| HODAPP, Robert "Hodaddy" | SMSgt | 1996 | Premier airborne 294/205 @ Kelly (Cmd Stan/Eval). "All-around good guy." | |
| Hodge, Mark D. | CMSgt | 2021 | He transitioned from the depths of the earth while doing the thing he loved most in this world, exploring the soil and soul beneath his feet and sharing his passion for caving with young folk and old. Mark served in the United States Air Force as a Russian Cryptolinguist from 1980 until 2011 when he retired with a rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He served tours in Berlin, Frankfurt, Okinawa, and England. According to Joseph Figueroa, "As 1A8 (Airborne ISR) Functional he advocated fiercely to take care of the Airmen in this community. A lot of it happened at the senior AF levels behind the scenes, with plenty of spears received by him and little fanfare. The challenges faced by the 1A8 community (creating a new 1A8X2 AFSC, maneuvering A2 and A3 expectations; hi demand/low density, insert a million etcetera’s here) were tremendous. He faced all of them and advocated fiercely for our Airmen. Again, with little fanfare. An amazing leader. When I retired, I posted that Mark Hodge was one my heroes. I’m glad he knows how much we appreciate him." According to Art Croteau, "All I can muster right now is that I'm in shock. Although I did not speak with Mark all the time, we were the kind of friends who could go months without speaking and then pick up as if not a day had passed. We did tours together, and he was in my wedding. I think he was the 1st person I told, after my wife, that I made Chief. He was a mentor and an amazing person who truly lived life to the fullest, and exactly the way he wanted to. He is sorely missed. Liz, my deepest condolences...there are no words". According to SMSgt Tony Daniels, "Mark was what I want in military leaders and colleagues. He was tough and brutally honest and fair. It may be that because he lost his brother earlier in life, he really understood how fleeting time and life can be. He turned down multiple 6-figure opportunities to live his outdoor and underground life working on their amazing and beautiful house. I visited and stayed with him a while back and we spent time down in multiple caves in the area. It’s crazy dangerous and dark, even with the miner’s light. A few nights ago we were chatting on FB about another visit. When I saw the post in the private caving group I was and still am just stunned. I expected that we’d keep visiting each other into old age. I hate that we won’t." | |
| Hodges, Michael Lynn | 2025 | Michael served in the US Air Force as a linguist and additionally served in the US Army National Guard serving in transportation in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. He loved languages, vocabulary, stories, writing and was an avid reader. He loved to make you think and offer different perspectives on various topics. //Obit – Newcomer Cremations Funeral// Hodges (as I always knew him) was my first roommate out of basic training at DLI. Took me almost 2 months to call BS that he didn't ever own a pair of shoes, he had a crazy sense of humor. I remember his "I want to look like Wolverine" phase :). He was a very thoughtful person, would do anything for you and I'm sad we drifted apart, I miss my old roommate. I hope to see you again my friend!! //Rick Harriman// | ||
| HODNETT, William H. | A1C | 1995 | Worked D/F asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| HODSDON, Howard R. “Howie†| SMSgt | 1999 | R20790, Msn Supvr; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| HODSHIRE, Donald E. "Sam" | CMSgt | 2011 | USAFSS - Scotland | |
| HOEBER, Robert B. Jr. | SSgt | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| HOEFT, George D. | Unk | 2017 | 6918th Brady 292XX | |
| HOEKSTRA, Raymond G. | A1C | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) Taiwan | |
| HOFF, Rowell S. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| HOFFMAN, Allen G. | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| HOFFMAN, Charles B. "Chuck" | A1C | 2005 | Chinese linguist asgn 6988th/Yokota (Bat 2) 1965-67 | |
| HOFFMAN, David C. | Sgt | 2019 | Morse op and non-Morse Wideband op, Keesler, Goodfellow, Karamursel 1970 - 73 | |
| HOFFMAN, James E. (Jack) | Capt | 1976 | 1940-62 , Security and Intel, World War II -- Yukon and Aleutians, Korea, RAF Chicksands 1951-1956, Zweibrucken 1956-1957, Kelly AFB, San Antonio 1957-1962 | |
| HOKE, Harold E. "Ernie" | CMSgt | 2004 | Teletype/Crypto operatons; asgn Hq USAFSS, Korea, Vietnam | |
| HOLBERT, Kenneth "Ken" | Col | 2005 | Commander TUSLOG Det 3 (Karamursel, Turkey) | |
| HOLCOMBE, Jim | MSgt | 2009 | Worked DF in Trabzon; asgn Darmstadt, San Vito | |
| HOLDER, Talmadge C. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HOLDWORTH, Albert | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| HOLLANDSWORTH, Kurt B. | Sgt | 2003 | 292X2, 6931st Iraklion AS, Crete 65-67, 6940th TTG Instructor, Goodfellow 67-68 | |
| HOLLENBECK, William, Jr "Bill" | GS | 1996 | Analyst; SS Ol'Timer left military in 50's to Civ to retirement | |
| Holley, Robert S. | 2022 | He graduated high school in 1952 and spent the following four years as an enlistee in the United States Air Force as a Russian language specialist in the U.S. Security Service. He learned the Russian language through a one-year curriculum at Syracuse University. His language training was followed by a two-year tour of duty in Libya and Turkey. He served the remainder of his military service and received an honorable discharge from Lockport Air Force Station just outside of Niagara Falls, New York in 1956. | ||
| HOLLIDAY, Raymond D. | LtCol | 2010 | Asgn USAFSS Personnel; Cmdr 34th RSM 1956- | |
| HOLLIFIELD, Francis M. "Don" | CMSgt | 2017 | Legendary 202; Chicksands, Kelly, Goodfellow, Key West, March AFB | |
| HOLLIS, James L. | TSgt | 1986 | Asgn Karamursel, Turkey | |
| HOLLIS, James V. | Unk | 2009 | Pacific in WWII; asgn France, Japan, Turkey, Ft Meade | |
| HOLLOMAN, James "Jim" | SMSgt | 2009 | 20290 asgn Bremerhaven, Zweibrucken, Ft Meade | |
| HOLLOWAY, James | MSgt | 2007 | ELINTer asgn Hof | |
| HOLLOWAY, Rufas H. | Col | 1997 | Ops Off: Cmdr 6960SG;30-yrs svc WWII, Korea, Vietnam | |
| Holmes, John Gayle | 2025 | He enlisted in the USAF. Following Basic training, John's linguistic talents led him to be selected to attend the prestigious Defense Languages Institute at the Presidio in Monterey, California. Upon graduating from Intensive instruction in Mandarin Chinese, John flew on several missions. He translated, in real time, messages and intelligence. His actions and training led to his being awarded the Air Medal. John was injured during a raid on the airbase where he was serving, sustaining a life-long disability. | ||
| HOLMES, Paul H. | A1C | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| HOLSTEIN, Raymond Eugene | TSgt | 1999 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, WWII and Korean War Vet | |
| Holt, Michael R. | SMSgt | 2021 | Mike retired as a highly decorated Senior Master Sergeant after a 24-year career in the US Air Force. During his career, he served in the Vietnam War, Desert Storm and as a member of the Strategic Air Command. His last posting was in Okinawa. Japan, where he was named 1st Sgt of the Year in the 692nd Intelligence Group. | |
| Holte, Charles W. | Lt Col | 2023 | He served as a fuels supply specialist in the USAF from 1963 to 1967. He then received a commission in 1973. His assignments included Mather AFB, CA; Castle AFB, CA; as a B-52 Navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO). In 1979, Chuck transitioned to HQ Strategic Air Command, Offutt AFB, NE, as an EWO instructor. In 1982, he became a Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Officer with the RC-135 at the 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at HQ SAC. From 1983 to 1986, Chuck served as a Special Operations EWO with SR-71, U-2R, and TR-1. In 1986, Chuck moved to the Pentagon, with the Joint Chiefs of Staff, as a Signals Intelligence Officer for the Joint Reconnaissance Center. In 1989, he moved to Beale AFB, CA, developing and testing new sensors and defensive systems for SR 71 and U-2. From 1990 to 1993, he was Chief of EWO for the US Pacific Command. Chuck’s final active-duty station was at Shaw AFB, SC as Chief, Weapons and Tactics division of 9th Air Force/US Central Command Air Forces (USCENTAF). There he wrote the Air Tasking Order for over two-hundred monthly Joint U.S., British and French reconnaissance missions in Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the Persian Gulf. | |
| HOLTON, Thomas | Unk | 2004 | USAFSS COMSEC radio operator asgn Brooks 1953-54 | |
| HOLTZ, Gary A. | MSgt | 1996 | 292 asgn Misawa 1962 | |
| HOLTZER, Peggy | TSgt | 2011 | Radio Communications Analyst - 1975-1986 | |
| HOM, Benny | SMSgt | 2001 | Chinese linguist Taiwan/Okinawa. Ret after 27 yrs. | |
| HONEA, Robert "Todd" | Unk | 2009 | 205X0 asgn Berlin, NSA | |
| HONERMANN, David H. | MSgt | 2015 | USAFSS Chinese Linguist - Vietnam, Korea, Taiwan and Japan. Civil Service - 17 years | |
| Hood, George R. Jr. | 2022 | A graduate of High School in 1964, he entered the United States Air Force and was trained at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center in Monterey California. He then served as a Russian Linguist in the Intelligence Division of the Air Force in both Japan and Turkey. | ||
| HOOD, Robert N. | LCol | 1994 | Personnel; Cmd Staff, PACAF: Thailand, Panama, et al | |
| HOOKS, Joseph D. | SMSgt | 1992 | SS Ol'Timer, 202XX, AFSCC, Turkey, et al | |
| HOOVER, Richard E. | SMSgt | 1989 | Korea, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| HOPKINS, James Daniel | TSgt | 2017 | Need Info | |
| HOPKINS, Kenneth James "Hopi" | CMSgt | 2015 | AMS USAFSS Chinese airborne intercept operator/airborne mission supervisor who flew recon mission on C-130's and RC-135's in the 1960's, 70's and 80s. 6988th/Yokota AB Japan, Nellis AFB, 6908th/NKP Thailand, 6990th/Kadena Dec 73-Jan 80, Hq ESP/USAFSSPAC/ESCPAC, Hickam AFB. | |
| HOPLER, Edgar | Unk | 2010 | COMSEC vet | |
| HOPWOOD, Michael A. | A1C | 2010 | Misawa 1955 | |
| HORN, "Pappy" | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| HORN, Sergeant Rudolph | 1/Lt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; 202XX analyst, Germany, Libya, Crete, Turkey; WWII Radio Opr | |
| HORNBUCKLE, William J. III | Unk | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07, 1956-02) | |
| HORNER, Daniel S. | SSgt | 2006 | 6990 ABS San Antonio | |
| HORNSBY, Billie R. | PFC | 1991 | 293x, Misawa 1951- | |
| HORTON, Jerry L. | Unk | 2002 | 6918th; | |
| HORVATH, August A. | Unk | 1999 | Hist/background not known | |
| HOUGHTON, David "Dave" | SMSgt | 1985 | 29290 COMSEC; 1st Sgt 6922nd | |
| HOUGHTON, Edwin G. | Col | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer; DIR COMSEC Eng | |
| HOUGHTON, George G. | SMSgt | 1999 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Korean War and Vietnam Vet | |
| HOURIHAN, DanielJ. | Unk | 1994 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| HOUSE, Clifton T. "Cliff" | Unk | 2002 | Morse op asgn 2nd RSM. | |
| HOUSE, John E. | SMSgt | 2018 | 28 1/2 yr veteran, retired by US Thunderbirds; Goodfellow Civil Servant, DFC awarded (unk reason); more info needed | |
| House, Tammy Venita | Major | 2025 | As a young woman Tammy decided to enlist in the United States Air Force. She began her service as a Spanish Linguist, using her language skills to strengthen communication and security efforts across borders. Over the years, her dedication and leadership propelled her through the ranks, and she retired in 2019 with the rank of Major, having served honorably and with distinction. Her career took her around the world, including multiple deployments to Afghanistan, Qatar, and various locations throughout South America. After retiring from active duty, Tammy continued to serve her country through her work as a government contractor with InPursuit, applying her knowledge and experience as a seasoned Intelligence Officer. Her commitment to excellence was also evident in her academic achievements. Tammy earned her master’s degree in Intelligence Studies from the American Military Institute, graduating with honors. She is survived by her husband, Edward House III. //Obit Compassionate Cremation Services// | |
| HOUSEMAN, Bob | Unk | 2002 | Asgd Hakata, JP in 1961-64. | |
| HOUSENICK, William D. | Unk | 2002 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| HOUSKA, Donald Edward | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-01) | |
| HOUSTON, James L. | TSgt | 2000 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 20 years | |
| HOUTZ, Charles M. | Unk | 2005 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| HOVATTER, James L. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01) | |
| Hoven, Riley | Cadet First Class | 2025 | Riley was assigned to Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, where he served aboard the RC-135 Rivet Joint, an airborne command and electronic intelligence aircraft affectionately known as “The RJ.” As a Senior Airman, Riley quickly distinguished himself, volunteering for deployments and logging over 783 flight hours on the RJ, Combat Sent and Cobra Ball, directly contributing to the targeting of five high-value threats. His performance reflected not only technical skill, but an unwavering commitment to duty. In 2019, Riley was selected as one of just 85 enlisted members—out of more than 10,000 applicants—to attend the United States Air Force Academy. In May 2024, he graduated from the United States Air Force Academy. | |
| HOWARD, Billy L. | Unk | 2007 | 292X1 asgn Bremerhaven, Pakistan, Elmendorf; softball player (catcher) | |
| HOWARD, James L. "Jim" | Unk | 2011 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1961-63, Darmstadt 1964-67, 6918th/Hakata Dawg Flight Controller | |
| HOWARD, Lawrence D. | Unk | 1992 | 292XX asgn Misawa 1957 | |
| HOWARD, Nathaniel R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HOWE, Helen M. | GS | 2000 | Cmd Hq Admin Spec; retired to SATx public Sch Admin | |
| Howell, Charles R. | SMSgt | 2021 | His military service began in Suffolk with the Virginia Protective Services. Inducted into the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1943, he became an Airborne Radio Operator on B17G Heavy Bombers based near Foggia, Italy with the 463rd Bomb Group. On August 15, 1944, during his 48th mission, the bomber was shot down over Valence, France. Protected by brave French Maquis, the US Army rescued him two weeks later on the 2nd D-Day. He continued his service in Italy and Stateside until 1945. He enlisted in the USAF Reserves in 1950 at Langley AFB, Hampton, VA as an Aircraft Control Tower Operator and Supervisor then called to active duty. Stationed at Lajes AB, Azores, Portugal he was NCO in charge of remote Voice Air to Ground radio operations. In 1953 he transferred to MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL as Ground Radio Operations Technical Support Supervisor, then returned to civilian life in 1955 as a family man with two little girls. After a year at the Norfolk Naval Shipyards, VA he returned to active duty, assigned to Langley AFB as a Shoran Radar Operations Supervisor. In 1957, Charles was assigned to Osan AFB, South Korea as NCO in charge of Ground Radio Operations then to Myrtle Beach AFB, SC in the Ground Radar Training Squadron to prepare for service at Clark AFB, Philippines as NCO in charge of Specialized Radio Intercept Operations. In 1962 he transferred to Elmendorf AFB, Anchorage, AK as NCO in charge of Specialized Intelligence Radio Teletype Operations, then assigned in 1966 to USAF Security Service Headquarters at Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX as NCO in charge of the Intelligence Operations Division. Called to Pleiku AFB, Vietnam, he was an Airborne Radio Intercept Operations Supervisor on the ground and aboard specialized aircraft configured for intelligence operations, flying unprotected missions along the DMZ intercepting enemy communications. He returned to Kelly AFB as an Intelligence Liaison Supervisor until reluctantly retiring in 1969. He continued at Kelly AFB in Civil Service, with a combined 38 years of Federal service. | |
| HOWELL, Gary N. | unk | 2014 | 292 - Able Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1962-63 | |
| HOWELL, Willis L. | Unk | 2003 | T1 bowler asgn Misawa 1977-79 | |
| HOYLE, Grady | CMSgt | 2002 | 2nd RSM vet; asgn Bremerhaven | |
| HOYT, Marlin K. | LtCol | 2009 | Asgn Hof, Germany, Hq USAFSS DCS/Plans & Programs, Vietnam | |
| Hoyt, Ronald Edward | Lt Col | 2025 | He graduated with a business degree from Drury College in 1952 and later from the USAF Officer Candidacy School in San Antonio, Texas. He joined the USAF in 1953, became a Russian Linguist, and served in the 6987th USAF Security Group in intelligence He served in the Vietnam war and has served tours of duty in Misawa, Japan, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Shu Lin Kou Air Station in Taipei, Taiwan, and Lackland AFB in San Antonio where he retired from the Air Force in 1982. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and of the Boerne Chapter #64 of the Sons of the American Revolution which he joined with his grandsons. Survivors are, one daughter Laurie (Gary) Ackels of Helotes, two sons, Ronald A. Hoyt (Susan) of Katy, and Stephen Hoyt (Debra) of Kingwood. //Obit - Sunset Northwest Funeral Home// | |
| Hoyt, Scott C. | 2019 | My friend Scott Hoyt passed away Oct 29, 2019. He was with me at the 6990th in Kadena from July 1967 thru Jan 1969, then we both moved to the 6994th (he to TSN, I to Pleiku) until we were discharged Feb 1970. Can I give you more details? //Dallas Ward// The Scott C. Hoyt Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019 to honor the life and legacy of Scott Hoyt, 1945 - 2019. His entire life, Scott loved to read, learn and teach. Scott served as an Air Force linguist in Vietnam from 1967 - 1971. He knew first-hand the difficulties of returning to civilian life and pursuing an academic career while working, yet he also knew the rewards. He worked as a lawyer for most of his life, but once retired, found great joy in teaching GED courses at Metropolitan Community College and the Douglas County Jail. Scott truly delighted in being a part of his students’ journeys and celebrated their hard work and successes. It is the wish of his family to support promising MCC students in his name. Link: Metropolitan Community College - Scott Hoyt Memorial Scholarship (mccneb.edu) | ||
| Hrivnak, Thomas J. | SMSgt | 2024 | While in the AF, he worked in the Intelligence career field at bases in Turkey, Taiwan, Ohio, Guam, New York, Germany, Iceland, Louisiana, Washington D.C., and Virginia. He graduated from the Senior Enlisted Intelligence Program at the Defense Intelligence College in Washington D.C. in 1985. He retired from the AF as a Senior Master Sergeant at Langley AFB, VA in 1988. After retirement from the AF, he began a civil service career at Headquarters Tactical Air Command at Langley AFB as an Intelligence Plans Manager. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management from Saint Leo College, FL in 1990. He retired from civil service in 2009. Tom is survived by his wife, Cecilia (Lin); daughters, Elaine Cameron of Midlothian, VA, Catherine Hixson of Lawrence, KS and Laura Hrivnak of Lawrence, KS. //Obit - Weymouth Funeral Home// He was an X1 in the early '70s at Shu Lin Kou, has passed. Tom was living in Virginia; previously from PA. Great guy. //USAFSS Facebook Page// | |
| HUARTSON, Raymond K. | Unk | 2019 | more info please | |
| HUBBARD, Floyd | CMSgt | 1999 | SS O'Timer; Logistics, Cmd Hq EurSecRgn & Pakistan; Ret in NM | |
| HUCKABY, Ronald G. | Unk | 2002 | Russian linguist during Berlin/Korea/Vietnam. English teacher after retirement. | |
| HUDDLESTUN, Ronald Y. "Ron" | MSgt | 2005 | Armorer asgn Materiels Branch 6913th RSM ('59-'60) | |
| HUDGINS, Lionel F. Jr. "Fred" | MSgt | 2005 | USAFSS vet asgn Korea, Japan, Turkey, Germany, Langley, Hq | |
| HUDNELL, David H. | Unk | 1996 | Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| HUDSON, Donald W. | LtCol | 2008 | Enl 202 then commissioned; asgn Karamursel, Hq SAC | |
| HUDSON, James G. | TSgt | 1995 | 304X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| HUDSON, Joe | CMSgt | 2010 | 20290; Dates of Service - 1954-1976; Shulink'ou 1964-1966, 1975-1976 | |
| HUDSON, Oliver E. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| Hudzik, John Louis | Sgt | 2025 | He proudly served his country as a linguist and analyst in the United States Air Force for six years, including during the Vietnam War. John considered it a great privilege to serve his nation and often took time to share stories with fellow veterans, making each one feel valued and respected. | |
| HUETHER, Donald E. "Hooter" | MSgt | 1999 | 202 spent many years at 6903 (Osan) winding up at AIA Hq | |
| HUFF, Francis W. (Frank) | SSgt | 2013 | 301, 328 AMT, Ol2, DEt 1, 6990 Scty Group 1969-1970 Cam Ranh Bay, 6949th Offutt AFB, NE 6955 Scty squadron, Offutt. 1970-1974 | |
| HUFF, Virgil D. | Unk | 2005 | USAFSS member who served @ 6952nd/Kirknewton, Scotland 1953-56 | |
| HUFFMAN, Edward C. | LCol | 1999 | 50's Ol'Timer; WWII & VietNam Vet; linguist, tours in Chicksands, SEA, Crete, et al | |
| HUGENOT, David | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07)Â | |
| HUGHES, Charles B. (Chuck) | Unk | 2011 | 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, GE - 203X1, Charlie Flight 56-59 | |
| HUGHES, Morris P. (MPH) | unk | 2015 | 202 - Daze flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1961-65 | |
| HUGHES, Robert E. | Unk | 2003 | Crypto asgn 6910th from 52-54; 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, separated and worked as bank officer to retirement. | |
| HUGHES, Ronald D. | Unk | 2019 | more info please | |
| HUGHES, Steven L. | Sgt | 2000 | R20250; 6924SS Ramasun 75-76. | |
| HUGHES, William H. "Bill" | Unk | 2010 | Czech linguist asgn Hof 1956-59 | |
| HUIGENS, Lawrence H. | TSgt | 2018 | USAFSS Morse/printer op; popular Goodfellow AFB bartender, post-AF | |
| HULL, Daniel D. "Handsome" | Unk | 2018 | 6918th 292XX; Brady 1962-64 | |
| Hull, Robert Edward | TSgt | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF where he served for 20 years and 1 month, from 1957-1977. He retired as a Technical Sergeant and was promoted to Master Sergeant but declined. He served in Turkey, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, Greece, Germany while a crew member on intelligence gathering and surveillance flights. In addition to the surveillance flights. Bob flew 140 combat missions in Vietnam in 1968. He loved going to military reunions where he would see friends who he served with during his military career. On September 9, 2017, Bob flew to Washington, DC on Honor Flight. Bob was a proud member of the 6994th Security Squadron. This squadron is the most highly decorated squadron in the history of the current 16th Air Force. It is responsible for information warfare and all its predecessor organizations. As a part of this squadron, Bob executed multiple tours of duty during the Vietnam War. For his outstanding service, Technical Sergeant Hull received several decorations and honors including 18 Air Medals and the Air Force Commendation Medal. He was a member of the following groups. 6994th Secy Sq., PWG (Prop Wash Gang) FTVA (Freedom Through Vigilance) Vietnam Veterans, Chapter 55, VFW (Veteran of Foreign War, Land of Legend Woodcarvers, LCCC (Licking County Community Center) and the American Legion. Following provided by Rick Yeh: Bob served with the 6994th at Nha Trang from 1968-69. | |
| HULL, Robert L. | TSgt | 2011 | 6950 Scty Gp - 603X0 - 6960 ABS - San Antonio | |
| HULSEY, Steven C. | MSgt | 1984 | Analyst @ Kadena, NKP; Msn Supv @ Berlin | |
| HUMMEL, Elline L. | Civ | 2011 | USAFSS/ESC 1959-1984 - Retired from ESC July 1984 with 33 years of service, programmer for new computer system conversion in 1984 (more info needed if anyone has it) | |
| HUMPHREY, Dale A. | SSgt | 1964 | Misawa 1955 | |
| HUMPHRIES, George | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| HUMPHRIES, Gregory J. | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM.SS, Hakata Japan, 1958-59 | |
| Hundley, Charles E. | MSgt | 2022 | Buzz joined the USAF at the age of 17 and served 20 distinguished years with the Security Services. Buzz Hundley was assigned to Charley trick in the 2nd RSM in Darmstadt from 1952 to 1955 and as X2 NCO on Trick 4 in Misawa in 1958. | |
| HUNKELE, Albin R. L. | Unk | 2009 | USAF 1962-66, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| HUNNEYCUTT, Tyler B. | Col | 1994 | Ops Off, Cmdr 6986th & 6989th RSM's late 50's/60's | |
| HUNNICUTT, Charles Foster | Unk | 2020 | 6983 and 3rd RSM Manual Morse operator | |
| HUNT, Dave | CMSgt | 2010 | 6912 ESG/DOC Superintendent 1983-87 | |
| HUNT, Glenn | SMSgt | 1994 | Personnel; Cmd Staff, Chicksands et al | |
| HUNT, James E. Jr. "Jim" | Unk | 2009 | 202; USAFSS Karamursel vet, asgn Kelly | |
| HUNT, Merlin Jay | A1C | 1970 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-10)Â | |
| HUNT, Richard G. | Sgt | 2009 | Asgn 6993rd | |
| HUNTER, Jack | Unk | 2013 | Army and Air Force Military, stationed at Crete - Graduated Syracuse (Linguist) in class 9-9-66B | |
| HUNTER, Michael "Mikey" | MSgt | 2009 | ESC Command NCO PME Staff @ Goodfellow AFB 1980s | |
| HURD, Lee R. | CMSgt | 1989 | SS Ol'Timer; ETO primarily | |
| HURD, Terry | unk | 2015 | USAFSS airborne Vietnamese linguist with assignments to the 90th and Cam Ranh Bay. RA20371-MD assigned to the 6990th from Feb. '69 to Aug '71. From the 90th PCS to Cam Ranh Bay and then to NKP. 109 missions on 135's and 130's earning the Air Medal with 4 oak leafclusters, Cat IV R1xx operator. | |
| HURLEY, Lester F. | TSgt | 1990 | 6921 Spt Sq AFSC - R81173 0 SP - 69-71 | |
| HURLEY, Richard C. "Dick" | PFC | 2004 | USAFSS/2nd RSM vet | |
| HURLEY, Robert | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| HURLOCK Jr., George E. | Maj | 2011 | 26 years in numerous commands including USAFSS - Civil Servant USAFSS 1965 - 1983 | |
| HURST, Sidney B. | SSgt | 2006 | Chinese IFEL grad asgn 6929th/Osan, P-Y-Do Blue Sky, Okinawa | |
| HURST, William H. | TSgt | 2007 | Security police entry controller asgn Rhein Main, Shemya, Osan, Shu Lin Kou 1960s-80s | |
| HURT, Bobbie J. | MSgt | 2004 | 292X1 asgn Bremerhaven in early 50s | |
| Husby, David Jon | 2025 | David was a proud member of the U.S. Air Force and served for 26 years. During his time, he was a Vietnamese Linguist, Logistics Officer, and ROTC Recruiter. He was active with the 6924th Security Squadron and Propwash Gang. According to Ruben Villafrance, I first met Dave at one of 6924th Heritage Association reunions around 2005. Although we served at different times at Danang Vietnam he in 1963 and me in 1970 we quickly became friends because that was the type of person Dave was. | ||
| HUTCHINGS, Burton L. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10) Osan. Later CIA civilian. | |
| HUTCHINS, Douglas R. F. | Unk | 1998 | 292x, Misawa 1954-56 | |
| HUTCHINS, Gary B. | CMSgt | 1996 | ADSO & product reporting expert in PhilippinesI, Italy, Japan, Vietnam, NSA | |
| Hutchinson, Norman Winn | 2021 | He joined the USAF in 1960 and was an Air Operations Specialist and Morse Intercept Operator stationed in Pakistan. While serving, he was a member of the United States Air Force Security Service and was tasked with monitoring, collecting and interpreting military voice and electronic transmissions from countries of interest. According to Nick Nixon, "Wow, what a shock. We were friends and AF comrades since 1962. We always "stayed in touch" but sadly drifted a bit over the years. We had first weddings 2 weeks apart when stationed at Eglin AFB to 2 girls who were best friends (go figure). He was (for a very long time) my best friend and I loved him. This one really hurts. You will always be in my heart "Hutch" and I'm sure you're in heaven right not getting that place organized. You were the best." | ||
| HUTTON, Gene L. | GS | 2002 | Asgd AFCD as GS; Italy, Africa, England, Florida, Michigan, Texas as military. | |
| HUTTU, Charles W. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1965 | |
| HUTZELL, Joseph V. | Sgt | 1992 | R20250; 6924SS Ramasun 75-76. | |
| HUX, James F. III | Unk | 2019 | 6918th Hakata 292XX, 1962-63 | |
| HYDE, Thomas C. | Col | 2009 | FTVA HoH member 1984; helped set up USAFSS; served in WWII, Korea, Vietnam | |
| Hyden, Eugene Boyd | 2021 | He was an Air Force Veteran and was stationed in Japan as a Morse code operator. Gene subsequently worked for the United States Postal Service for 34 years. | ||
| HYDUKE, James A. | Unk | 2007 | Misawa 1966, AF 1966-70 | |
| Hyland, Norma J. | 2023 | Norma was the spouse of FTVA member Keith Hyland. She accompanied him to Japan, Texas, Italy, and Germany. | ||
| HYMAS, Jerry B. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Hymel, Donald P. | 2023 | Soon after high school graduation in 1964, he enlisted in the USAF. In 20 years of service, he spent time in Alaska, England, Texas, Vietnam, Crete, and Maryland. | ||
| HYSON, Warren F. | Unk | 2004 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| IDE, Walter J. | Unk | 2011 | USAFSS Airborne 328XX, Maintenance - Ramstein, Kadena | |
| Idzik, Brian Joseph | MSgt | 2023 | He retired from the USAF in 1993 and from service with the State of Alaska in 2015. He served in USAFSS according to USAF Security Service Facebook site. | |
| IGOU, Robert (Bob - "The Eye") | MSgt | 2004 | 202XX, 6912th, Berlin (T-Berg), early 1980's | |
| Imboden, Ned M. | 2023 | According to a Facebook post, Ned served in USAFSS in a maintenance AFSC. He met his wife while serving in Germany. | ||
| IMPERIAL, Thomas S. | SSgt | 2005 | Asgn Misawa | |
| INGE, Leon S. "Lee" | Col | 2003 | CC or DO in Pakistan; asgn Korea, Vietnam | |
| INGE, William "Bill" | MSgt | 2010 | VANG, 6915th ESG | |
| INGRAM, S. Lee | CMSgt | 2011 | Personnel man asgn 6913th/Bremerhaven 1955-58 | |
| INMAN, Marshall D. | Unk | 2003 | 203 asgn Misawa 1962- | |
| INSKEEP, Karen | Lt Col | 2017 | Intel Officer; Misawa, Kelly, Chicksands, PACAF, USAFE, NSA, CENTCOM, DIA | |
| IORIO, Anthony P. | Cpl | 1996 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| IRVING, Claude | Unk | 2011 | Ops Officer, 6915th, Hof Germany - 1950's | |
| IRWIN, James R. II | SSgt | 2019 | Airborne Russian linguist | |
| ISAAC, Walter O. (Ike) | unk | 2014 | Career Air Force, Vietnam vet - more info please | |
| ISELLA, Carmen | unk | 2013 | 292 at 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1961-63 | |
| IVANDICK, Woody | LtCol | 2010 | 25th Intel Sq Commander | |
| Iverson, Miles L. | Sgt | 2023 | He joined and served in the Air Force on June 15, 1966. He completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base and Tech school at Kessler Air Force Base before serving tours of duty in Japan, the Philippines, Viet Nam, and Thailand until August 1970. He was a Sergeant/E4 and served with the 6922nd Security Wing in the Philippines during the Vietnam War. He received awards and decorations for Expert Marksman, Outstanding Service, Vietnam War, Air Force Security Service, and Honorable Discharge. | |
| IVERSON, Richard L. | MSgt | 2004 | 304x Misawa 1964 | |
| IVESTER, Jessie K. | A1C | 1997 | Misawa 1955 | |
| IVORY, George | SSgt | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-04, 1964-01) Basic & intermediate. Later commissioned. | |
| IVORY, Michael L. | A1C | 2007 | Misawa 1967 | |
| IWICKI, George D. | Unk | 1986 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| Jackett, Donald Charles | Sgt | 2024 | According to Thomas Hunt, Served in the Air Force with Don 1971-1975. We were stationed together at Karamursel Turkey, Clark Air Base in the Philippines and Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. I'll always remember Don for having a bright and cheerful demeanor and a great sense of humor. Don was a music lover and spent much of his spare time collecting and recording his favorite types of music. Rest in peace. According to Jerry Frazier, I was stationed with Don in Air Force Security Service. In 1972, I was a 19-year-old sent to Turkey I needed a friend to help me get by. Don was always there for me with a smile and pat on back. His nickname "JOLLY" was perfect he tried to joke around and make everyone happy despite our circumstances. | |
| JACKSON, Billy | SMSgt | 1990 | 29290; energetic, outgoing, well liked SS Ol'Timer | |
| JACKSON, Byron M. | Cpl | 1997 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| JACKSON, Campbell Y. | Sgt | 1997 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| JACKSON, Charles C. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| Jackson, Donald E. | MSgt | 2025 | He enlisted in the USAF, where his life bridged the electronics revolution; manual typewriters and computer keypunch cards to today’s state of the art Medical Imaging. That developed in him a high level of curiosity over the latest new electronic “gadgets.” Airman Don Jackson’s first job in the Air Force was typewriter repair. Later he worked on the electronic systems in the B52’s and then moved to electronics surveillance working in-flight many times on RC135. He ended his Air Force career working on the electronic surveillance systems within the U2 spy planes. During his 20 years of service, he received extensive training in Electronic Engineering, a field he enjoyed and would later utilize throughout his career. Don achieved the rank of Master Sergeant and served during both the Korean War and Vietnam War. Don is survived by his wife, Myrna Roach; his son Stephen Jackson and daughter-in-law Michelle of Pendleton, Indiana; his son Kenneth Jackson of Midway City, California. //Obit – Urban Funeral Home// Member of Prop Wash Gang. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| JACKSON, Ernest L. "Jack" | TSgt | 1996 | USAF WWII, Korea, Vietnam | |
| JACKSON, Flando E. | Lt Col | 2016 | Offutt, Washington ANG | |
| JACKSON, Isaac | A1C | 1998 | Misawa 1955 | |
| JACKSON, Lawrence C. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| Jackson, Roger D. | 2023 | He served in the USAF from 1960 to 1964. Trained as a Russian linguist, he subsequently spent 42 years in intelligence positions, mostly at the National Security Agency (NSA) where he ended his career as a senior executive. He lectured at the National Cryptologic School. Highlights of his career included serving as Technical Director of the Naval Operations Intelligence Center, Director of Operations of the Defense Special Missile and Astronautics Center, Director responsible for European Command during the Kosovo Conflict (Operation Allied Forces) and at Central Command during Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), Deputy of Production Group at NSA and Chairman of the Intelligence Analysis Career Panel. In 1990 Roger was awarded the President’s Meritorious Executive Service Award, and in 2002 the Director’s Distinguished Service Medal. Before his retirement, Roger and his family served tours in Cheltenham, England, Fort Meade, Maryland, Tokyo, Japan, Stuttgart, Germany and Tampa, Florida. | ||
| JACKSON, Wilfred | MSgt | 2007 | 292X1 asgn 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Korea, and others | |
| Jacobs, Deonna Lynn | MSgt | 2021 | She enlisted in the USAF and served as an airborne language analyst for 20 years, retiring as a MSgt in December, 2016. She served 2 combat tours in Iraq. | |
| JACOBS, Paul D. | Unk | 2008 | 304XX asgn Misawa 1960 and 1970- | |
| JACOBS, Stanley M | LtCol | 2008 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| JACOBSON, Tom “Jake†| A1C | 1991 | 6913RSM B’haven 64-67; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| JACQUET, Edward M. | Col | 2005 | Dep Cmdr Hq USAFSS (1967); WWII B-17 pilot | |
| JAKABOSKI, Theodore P. | Unk | 2010 | need info please | |
| JAKUBIAK, Lester J. | Unk | 2017 | Maintenance technician, 1956-60; Bremerhaven, Germany, 6913th | |
| JAMES, Edward F. | MSgt | 1984 | Need info please | |
| JAMES, Herschell M. | Unk | 2016 | 6913th Russian linguist | |
| JAMES, Warren L. | Unk | 2008 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| JAMESON, Benjamin F, | unk | 2015 | Keesler AFB, 41st RSM Bremerhaven GE, Fassberg GE, Schleswig GE 1953-56 | |
| JAMESON, Lowell R. | Maj | 2004 | Misawa 1949 | |
| Jankowski, David | 2025 | He graduated from Millikan High School in Long Beach and entered the United States Air Force. He was trained as a Polish linguist at Syracuse University where he met his future wife, Holly. The couple moved to Darmstadt Germany where he completed his Air Force duty. | ||
| Jankowski, David Paul | 2025 | He graduated from Millikan High School in Long Beach and entered the United States Air Force. He was trained as a Polish linguist at Syracuse University where he met his future wife, Holly. On February 13, 1965, he married Holly Ann Short at Saint Mary’s Cathedral, Ogdensburg, New York. The couple moved to Darmstadt Germany where he completed his Air Force duty. Dave is survived by his wife Holly, sons Michael and Mark Jankowski. //Obit - Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapels// | ||
| JANSEN, Bob | CMSgt | 2008 | Asgn San Vito, Osan | |
| JANSEN, Robert Eugene | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| JAQUIER, Jules A. "Jaq" | Capt/GS | 1997 | Chinese linguist MSgt to mustang Capt; AMS; asgn Kadena, Goodfellow; IFEL 1957-01 | |
| JARMAN, Elmer Floyd | Unk | 1989 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| JARRELL, Charles | MSgt/GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; COMSEC equip Tech Svc Specialist; Hawaii, England, Pakistan, AFCD Civ | |
| Jarvis, Jefferson James | Capt | 2024 | He was appointed to the United States Air Force Academy in 1962. Jeff graduated in June 1966 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. Upon graduation he was commissioned a U.S. Air Force Second Lieutenant. His initial assignments were to the USAF Security Service and AF Special Operations Group with duty tours in Alaska and Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos). He subsequently served a series of covert assignments with the Defense Intelligence Agency and the USAF Special Operations Group in the European Theater. His duties took him throughout Europe, the Mediterranean and the Near East. While stationed in Germany he earned his Master’s Certificate in Economics from the Frei Universitat, Berlin. He returned to the United States in 1975, an Air Force Captain assigned to the US Air Staff in Washington, D.C. Jeff was an honors graduate at the Security Service training school in San Angelo, Texas. He was also the top graduate of his class at the US Army Covert/CounterIntelligence training school formerly located in Baltimore, Maryland. He was a two-time recipient of the USAF Commendation Medal for meritorious achievement. He was awarded the Bronze Star during his service in Vietnam. His military group was also awarded the USAF Outstanding Unit Award with the coveted “V” for valor in action. He was an excellent marksman and strategist. | |
| JARVIS, Louis R | Unk | 2013 | 6918 RSM/SS, Hakata, JA | |
| JAUFRE, Andrew A. | Unk | 2007 | Misawa 1954 | |
| JAWS, Edward F. | MSgt | 1984 | Background Unk; believed to have been in ACRP Prog. | |
| Jaynes, Jay Joseph | Col | 2023 | Early in his career he was deployed to Vietnam – November '67 to November ‘68. During his 28 years of active duty, he held many Communications/Intelligence positions. He was commander of the 6903rd Electronic Security Command, Osan, Korea; 6912th Electronic Security Command, Berlin, Germany; and the Air Force Technical Applications Center, Satellite Beach, FL. He also served from 90-93 in Operation Desert Shield/Storm. He retired as a Colonel in 1993. He was Commander of Skivvy Nine, Osan AB. | |
| JEFFARES, Donald "Don" | MSgt | 2015 | R304X4Y - USAFSS - 1959-1979, 6910th Darmstadt, GE, Offutt AFB, Clark AB(6922 ESW) and Misawa AB (6920 ESW), and Goodfellow AFB | |
| JEFFORDS, Clifford C. | GS | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer in CMD Engineering Lab for many years | |
| JELLERSON, Joseph | MSgt | 1984 | SS Ol'Timer from early 50's,Communicator, Cmd Hq early 60's | |
| JENKINS, Arthur H. | TSgt | 2007 | Personnel Branch/records clerk @ 6913th RSM 1962-64 | |
| JENKINS, Frederick C. | Cpl | 1994 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| JENKINS, Gerald L. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) | |
| JENKINS, Jimmy R. | A3C | 2005 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan (Also reported as Jinkens on A-206 orders, 1959) | |
| Jenkins, Larry Thomas | CMSgt | 2025 | After graduating from Greeneville High School in 1964, Larry joined the United States Air Force and retired after 25 years with a rank of Chief Master Sergeant (E9). During his service he was assigned to posts all over the world including Korea, Thailand, England, Alaska and others. He was fluent in Russian due to his assignment with the NSA as a cryptic linguist specialist and he spoke other languages.//Obit – Jeffers Funeral// Larry devoted 25+ years of his life in the Air Force serving our country, enlisted during the Vietnam war. After retiring, he devoted another 25+ years with his wife Brenda rescuing and rehoming dogs, eventually running the East TN Sheltie Rescue. //Tonya Jenkins-Henke// | |
| JENKS , Gregory K. | Unk | 1989 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07) Date Uncertain | |
| JENNINGS, Gary A. | Unk | 2011 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Jerrell, Carl E. “Sonny" | TSgt | 2022 | Sonny graduated from High School in 1958. Soon after, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed many overseas assignments to include Turkey, and Clark AB, Philippines. Sonny was a Vietnam Veteran, and proudly served as a Morse Code Intercept Operator. He retired with the Electronic Security Command in 1980. | |
| JESSE, Albert F. Jr. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01) | |
| JETER, Harry | TSgt | 1987 | Need info please | |
| JEWELL, Franklin Charles | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| JEWELL, Wallace E. | MSgt | 2008 | USAFSS vet 293x, asgn Misawa 52-53, Bremerhaven, Hof, Karamursel, Goodfellow | |
| JEWENS, Richard "Pappy" | SMSgt | 2007 | Asgn Misawa, Osan (C-flt NCOIC 1976-77) | |
| JEWETT, John H. | LCol | 1984 | Ops Off; SS Ol'Timer | |
| JINKENS, Jimmy R. | unk | 1990 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1958-60 | |
| JOHN, Ernest Falcon | BGen | 2001 | Vice CC of USAFSS (1969-70 period). B-24 pilot WWII | |
| JOHNS, William J. "Judd" | CMSgt | 1998 | Logistics Specialist 26-yr AF career; 16-yr Postal Svc career | |
| JOHNSON, Allen Ervin | SSgt | 2018 | 29271; 6994th and 6932nd; Germany, Japan, Turkey, Vietnam; Master Judo Sensei | |
| JOHNSON, Alton "Johnny" | GS | 2010 | Data Automation Technical Director @ Hq USAFSS/AC | |
| JOHNSON, Buddy L. | TSgt | 2009 | Abrn Maint asgn Yokota | |
| JOHNSON, Charles A. "Al" | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Misawa/T3 1972-73 | |
| JOHNSON, Charles R. | Unk | 2017 | Need info pls | |
| Johnson, Craig L. | 2023 | Craig worked for 39 years in the U.S. Air Force Security Service holding various positions involved in signals intelligence, retiring in 1991 as Technical Director of the Electronic Warfare Directorate at the Air Force Communications Center. One of his favorite assignments was Zweibrücken, Germany from 1959-1962. After his retirement, he gave many years of service to the Association of Old Crows. | ||
| JOHNSON, Daniel R. | Unk | 2013 | Military - USAFSS/ESC traffic analysis - North Africa, Pakistan, The United Kingdom, Viet Nam and Japan, Worked at AIA as GS until 1997 | |
| JOHNSON, Douglas A. | SMSgt | 2002 | Contracting specialist @ AIA. Medic in Vietnam. | |
| JOHNSON, Edward J. Jr. | Unk | 2013 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| JOHNSON, Geary Francis | Sgt | 2007 | Chinese linguist. MAFAC basic and intermediate 1968. Asgn Hakata and Shu Linkou. | |
| JOHNSON, Glenn E. | Unk | 2012 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| JOHNSON, Howard R. | Col | 2017 | JEWC, Dep Director | |
| Johnson, James R. | Maj | 2023 | He was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. in the United States Air Force in 1955. He was assigned to Strategic Air Command at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, in 1955. Jim spent October 1957 – October 1958 at Sondrestrum Air Base, Greenland, and then was assigned to Hunter Air Force Base, Savannah, Georgia. He was also stationed in Puerto Rico. The family then moved to McClellan Air Force Base, North Highlands, California. Jim was assigned to Bien Hoa Air Base, South Vietnam as Squadron Commander, and Chief of Supply in January 1971. From there Jim came to the Air Force Security Service at Kelly AFB in San Antonio. | |
| JOHNSON, Jerald L. "JJ" | unk | 2015 | Assigned to 6912th, Berlin - more info needed please | |
| JOHNSON, Jerome "JJ" | CMSgt | 2017 | San Vito, IT and HQ USAFSS | |
| JOHNSON, Jerry M. Sr. | Col | 2014 | Vietnam Vet, AFCD/CC | |
| JOHNSON, Larry | LCol | 1999 | SS '50's Ol'Timer; Cmd Hq Staff, Darmstadt, Landsberg, et al | |
| JOHNSON, Lee H. | MSgt | 1997 | Crypto asgn 6922/Philippines in late 60s | |
| JOHNSON, Leonard W., Jr. | Col | 1987 | Surgeon General - ESC, SA TX | |
| JOHNSON, Lester | Unk | 2011 | need more info please | |
| Johnson, Lloyd E. | SMSgt | 2024 | He was a Russian linguist and interpreter for 24 years. In 1955, he was stationed in England. | |
| JOHNSON, Luther Cleveland | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| JOHNSON, Mark Cameron | SMSgt | 2012 | 208X3A (RU Ling), Berlin, DTRA?, Moscow | |
| JOHNSON, Martin G. Jr. | Unk | 2010 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| JOHNSON, Orville G. "Pete" | TSgt | 2006 | Russian & Vietnamese linguist asgn 6988th/Yokota, 6994th/Ubon | |
| JOHNSON, Palmer E. | MSgt | 1997 | Tinker AFB, RAF North Luffnam, Westover AFB and Carswell AFB | |
| JOHNSON, Paul R. | CMSgt | 2009 | 202 asgn Misawa (60s, 70s, 80s), Taiwan, Italy, Kelly | |
| JOHNSON, Raymond D. | SSgt | 1956 | SS ACRP Russ Linguist @Yokota; lost on RB-50mission 9-10-56 | |
| JOHNSON, Robert L. | MSgt | 1979 | ||
| JOHNSON, Robert W. | TSgt | 2002 | 6924th RSM | |
| JOHNSON, Scott | Unk | 2011 | 208 SpanLing (Posted fm beaner-opscomm) need more info please | |
| JOHNSON, Verlan | A1C | 1992 | Asgn Misawa 1966 | |
| JOHNSON, William Carroll | CIV | 2015 | Lackland AFB, Lowry AFB, Bartlesville AFS, OK, Fordland AFS, MO, Wheelus AB, Libya, Sidi Slimane, F. Morocco, Wright-Patt AFB, Ft Meade, Maxwell AFB, 1953-2011 | |
| JOHNSTON, Eugene "Geno" | Unk | 2008 | Need info pls | |
| JOHNSTON, Keith | MSgt | 2014 | Taipei, Taiwan (Shi Linkou) | |
| JOHNSTON, William W. | MSgt | 2002 | Firefighter then 202X0 @ Misawa, Iraklion, Goodfellow | |
| Jolly, Edward | CMSgt | 2022 | CMSgt Ed Jolly passed on 9 Mar 2022. Ed spent 50+ years in Security Service organizations with his last assignment being on Security Hill, JBSA Lackland, TX. For 30 years Ed Jolly, Jr., made a name for himself as a military cryptologist, retiring as a chief master sergeant in 1984. For the next 27 years he forged a civilian career before retiring here April 30 as a communications management specialist with the Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency. That's 57 years of continuous federal service to the intelligence community, a longevity achievement Jolly attributed, in part, to his passion for the job and an unusual, but effective, sleeping regimen. "I believe in getting four hours sleep each night," he said. "I also took care of my people and they took care of me." Jolly spoke highly of the mentorship he received as a young Airman. He appreciated those who trained him and provided guidance along the way. "One of my fondest memories is having worked for every commanding general this organization (in all its iterations) has ever had," Jolly said. "They were all people focused and really took care of their personnel." Jolly's 27-year federal civilian career followed a 30-year active duty career, all in the intelligence community. One of Jolly's former commanders, Lt. Gen. John C. Koziol, officiated his civilian retirement ceremony. "The chief dedicated himself to the communication architecture," Koziol said at the ceremony. "In a word, he was wonderful." Jolly's experience as a cryptographic specialist was featured in the Air Force Public Affairs Agency biographical series Pioneers in Blue which showcases famous heroes and everyday Airmen who helped build today's Air Force. That series recounted how Jolly encoded messages during the Vietnam War using the encryption and decryption machine, SIGABA (Air Force designation was GORGON), the vintage cryptographic workhorse of the time. He received his cryptologic training at Scott AFB, Ill. "It was there I realized how much I enjoyed working in the communications career field and wanted to do the best I could," Jolly said. Ed’s military experience enabled the New Orleans native to make a seamless transition into the federal civilian workforce. "My first civil service job, at Kelly AFB, Texas, was doing the exact same work I did my entire active-duty career," Jolly said. "I worked in the communications center processing messages in both plain and encrypted text, using the skills I learned during cryptologic training. As a member of the agency's Hall of Honor induction class of 1994, his photo is displayed in the agency auditorium. Jolly's inscription reads "...If you need comms quickly, call Ed at 911...master technician, leader and role model, blessed with infectious enthusiasm, unfailing motivation and uncanny success." And in July 2007 the agency's communication directorate conference room was dedicated as the Edward Jolly, Jr., Conference Room, with an enlarged copy of his Pioneers in Blue biography hanging outside its door. Jolly's second retirement ended his federal service time but not his desire to serve. "I plan to keep busy by volunteering at the Wounded Warrior Center in San Antonio," he said. In his farewell message at his civilian retirement he added, "See you at the bowling alley." According to David Wiley, "I worked with CMSgt Jolly when I was the Do at the then 6903rd Electronic Support Group. He was one of a kind leader and team player. The Ops-LG relationship was never better. Sad news but what an impact he made. He lived to the fullest." | |
| JOLLY, Philip D. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| JOLLY. Delano "Del" | MSgt | 2018 | FTVA Hall of Honor 2006; Airborne Maintenance legend, Yokota, Danang, Combat Apple | |
| JONAS, Leonard K. (Leo) | Civ | 2013 | 52 years as an Electronics Engineer working for the U.S. Air Force Intelligence Command (AFISR). | |
| Jones, David Lawrence | 2022 | His father, David Jones, a pilot in the United States Army Air Corps, was a casualty of the European front of World War II. David enlisted in the USAF in 1962 as a Cryptographic Systems Equipment Repairman. He was stationed in Texas and in Washington State, but between schools and missions to ongoing operations in Southeast Asia, he was rarely on station. He concluded his active-duty military service in 1966 as a part of the 6948th Security Squadron Mobile. | ||
| JONES, Eillery | unk | 2007 | more info please | |
| JONES, George P. | SSgt | 1986 | Need info please | |
| JONES, John Paul III | CMSgt | 2015 | 292X2; Crete, Karamursel, San Vito, Misawa; 1963-1986? | |
| Jones, Johnny R. | 2021 | He enlisted in the USAF where he served for 24 years. Johnny retired from the military and became a civil servant, working on Gunter A.F.S and NAS Jax. Johnny loved entertaining his friends and was the consummate master of ceremonies, a skill he honed while moonlighting at the NCO club. | ||
| JONES, Jonathan P. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07, 1959-10) | |
| Jones, Lee | MSgt | 2020 | He joined the USAF and was trained as a Russian Linguist and deployed to the military base in Samsun, Turkey. The next assignment brought him to Bremerhaven, Germany. In August of 1960 his buddy, Stan Coster invited him to his wedding to Maria Schuette in Bremerhaven. At the reception he met one of the bridesmaids, Anita Sudmann. Lee spent 26 years in the military, with assignments to Turkey (twice), Germany (three times), Shephard AFB, Wichita Falls, Washington, D.C., Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and his last assignment at Bergstrom AFB, Austin. | |
| JONES, Leonard A. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| JONES, Leonard P. | SSgt | 2005 | 6990 Scty Gp - AFSC 29251 | |
| JONES, Mark S. | MSgt | 2016 | USAFSS Airborne Vietnamese and Chinese linguist. 1969-71 > 6990 > RC-135; 7 TDYs Det 1 > CRB > RC-130; 1971-75 > 6970 > B Group; 1975-76 > NKP/Ramasun Station/6924; 1978-82 > 6990 > MB/Flt Goon/DOR/DO < Century Club; 1982-85 > 6970 > MB/Cryptanalyst/B23; 1985-91 > 6924 > MB/Head Cryptanalyst/DORC | |
| JONES, McCleland | CMSgt | 1991 | PSM for 6960 OL-GB (part of USAFSS in 1974) need more info please | |
| JONES, Michael L. | Unk | 1995 | 291X0 asgn Misawa 1970- | |
| Jones, Ralph Dorsey | MSgt | 2022 | He joined the USAF in 1971 as a Vietnamese linguist and cross-trained as a C-5 Load Master in 1975. | |
| JONES, Ralph Jerry (RJ) | unk | 2014 | 6924th SS at Da Nang AB, Vietnam | |
| Jones, Robert Alan | MSgt | 2022 | According to Robert Pleak, 'Bob was my brother in the Air Force...though I was in a little earlier...we did the same job and shared similar experiences. Once we met it was instant friends. We hugged each and didn't want to say goodbye. My service dog Shao Didi really liked Bob. Bob brought me a part of my life I had been missing. He was a connection to my past, both Shao Didi and I miss him. "Yi Lu Ping An" my brother. "Have a safe and peaceful journey.' | |
| JONES, Robert B. | GS | 2008 | USAFSS vet as both USAF and GS | |
| JONES, Robert C. "Bob" | CMSgt | 2009 | Founded Fallen Eagles roster; asgn Germany 3 tours; USAFSS HoH inductee (1989) | |
| JONES, Robert J. | MSgt | 1975 | SS Ol'Timer; A29271; Opr on 1st SS ACRP RB-29-44-62290 in '52 | |
| Jones, Ronald A. | 2025 | After graduating from Le Sueur High School in 1951, he enlisted in the Air Force and was a stationed in Japan (Johnson AFB and Shiroi AFB). Upon his return from Japan, he was assigned to the Headquarter of the United States Air Force Security Service at Kelly AFB in San Antonio. | ||
| JONES, Sheryl Ann | Sgt | 1986 | Need info please | |
| JONES, Wesley C. | SSgt | 2005 | 6986 Scty Gp - AFSC R55530 | |
| JONES, William Stephen (Steve) | CMSgt | 2015 | Radio Maintenance - Misawa AFB, Japan; Kelly AFB, San Antonio, Texas; and Shemya AFB, Alaska | |
| JORDE, Willis E. "Bill" | CMSgt | 2015 | FTVA HoH - 1991 - 3rd RSM (6981st RSM) Elmendorf AFB, Comms Professional | |
| JORGENSEN, Alan E. | CMSgt | 2003 | 202 asgn Japan, Alaska, Greece, Maryland, Germany, and Nevada | |
| JORGENSEN, Jon M. | Maj | 1996 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam | |
| JORGENSON, Richard M. "Dick" | CMSgt | 2009 | Old time USAFSS troop who worked Mgt Analysis @ Hq USAFSS; asgn Frankfurt | |
| JOSEPH, Arthur "Butch" | Unk | 2018 | 292XX 6918th RSM, Brady | |
| JOSLEYN, Virgil L. | CMSgt/GS | 2002 | WWII/Korea Vet; AF ret after 23 years; civil svc in AF COMSEC Center | |
| JOSLYN, Richard L. "Dick" | Capt | 2005 | Mustang captain; linguist @ 6916th then Signals Intel Off @ Hq, Goodfellow | |
| JOUFFRAY, Octavius | LCol | 1999 | WWII Vet; Elec Engineer 9-yrs w/SS; member of ELKS, KOC, Daedalians | |
| JOY, Carleton D. Jr. | A1C | 2000 | Misawa 1954 | |
| JOY, Carleton D. Jr. | unk | 2009 | Misawa 1954 | |
| JOYCE, John D. | CMSgt | 2011 | Premier Russian linguist; asgn NSA | |
| JOYCE, John P. | Col | 2016 | USAFSS - Served in Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, Korea (Osan), Hawaii and Germany, Alaska, Wash DC, San Antonio | |
| JOYCE, Keith B. | MSgt | 2015 | AMS - England, Offutt AFB, Qatar | |
| JUBECK, Peter G. | Unk | 2003 | Intcpt op asgn Bremerhaven during 1950s. | |
| JUDY, Berlin G. | unk | 2015 | 363, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1964-67 | |
| JULE, Richard A. | Unk | 2010 | Asgn Darmstadt 1955-58 | |
| Julian, Mark Anthony | Maj | 2024 | Mark served in the USAF over 24 years before retiring as a Major. Following his military career, he transitioned into significant roles within the Aerospace & Defense industry, where he continued to contribute with his expertise, knowledge, and leadership for 26 years. Mark dabbled in acting during his initial years in the military, appearing in movies in the Philippines and Germany. According to the USAFSS Facebook site, he was assigned to Berlin from April 1980 to Late 1982. In addition, he was enlisted on Able Flt at Vito in the mid 70's. | |
| JULIAN, Samuel L. (Sammy) | Unk | 2003 | 202x, Misawa 1959 | |
| Julien, Dale R. | 2020 | He served in the Air Force with the 6994th Security Squadron during Vietnam. | ||
| JULSETH, David R. | Unk | 1995 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| JUMP, George "Al" | Unk | 2011 | 202x, Misawa 1967-70 and San Vito, Italy | |
| JUNG, Helen R. | Civ | 2017 | 30 year secretary, USAFSS, ESC HQ | |
| JUNG, Robert C. | SMSgt | 2000 | SS era to gifted linguist to '82 then State Dept, Germany, Turkey, Austria et al | |
| JUNGWIRTH, Raymond J. "Ray" | Unk | 2008 | 292 asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt 1954-57 | |
| JURY, Patrick A. (Allen) | A1C | 2010 | Misawa 1965 - need more info | |
| JUSTICE, Arthur E. Jr. | Col | 2005 | Commander asgn Misawa, AFSCC/SCP | |
| JUSTICE, Tam T. | Unk | 1991 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| JUSTMAN, Michael N. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-10) | |
| Kaczynski, Henry Matthew | 2024 | Assigned to RAF Kirknewton in early 60s. He was SSgt. AFSC 202. He then crossed over to Army as warrant officer. //USAFSS Facebook Page// | ||
| Kaczynski, Victor Walter | 2021 | He joined The Air Force after high school and was sent to Syracuse University to study in the Russian Language program. He served in Shiroi, Japan and as an analyst at The National Security Agency. | ||
| KADERABEK, Ronald M. | Unk | 2006 | 363 asgn 1st RSM/Misawa 1956-59 | |
| KAGOL, Stewart "Stu" | Unk | 2000 | Opns, served Danang; married SEA girl; wife and 3-children survived him. | |
| KAHL,Clayton J. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-10)Â | |
| KAHLOW, Theordore | A1C | 2019 | Korean war vet, Morse op | |
| Kaiser, Joseph R. | TSgt | 2023 | He served in the USAF from 1954 to 1974. His assignments included in Ashiya, Japan and at Osan Air Base, Korea including two tours of war-time duty in Korea. During the Cuban Missile Crisis Joseph was attached to MacDill AFB, Florida serving as a Spanish Linguist from 1962 to 1974, as well as an Airborne Mission Supervisor aboard a C-130 flying reconnaissance missions. He completed his career at the Headquarters of the USAF Security Services Command at Kelly AFB here in San Antonio, Texas. Joseph was also a highly trained Morse Code Intercept Operator. Per posts on social media, he performed duties in Tampa FL; Homestead AFB, FL; and Omaha, NE. He was known as “Roca” among the Airmen he flew with during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was an Airborne Mission Supervisor trainer | |
| KALEVAS, John G. | Unk | 1969 | Misawa 1954 - need more info | |
| KAMPER, Vincent F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KAMPS, Harold T | A2C | 1958 | Romanian linguist killed Sep 2, '58 in ACRP shoot down over Armenia; ball player | |
| KANAPAUX, Bill | unk | 2014 | Korean Linguist - more info needed | |
| KANDT, Richard | unk | 2015 | need more info please | |
| KANE, Frederick | Unk | 2016 | RAF Chicksands | |
| KANOHO, Louie | Unk | Unk | 203 asgn Misawa T3 1970-73 | |
| KARNOPP, Jack | SSgt | 2010 | 203X1 RU Linguist, Graduated from Indiana University Basic Russian (Class Ru2) Aug 1960. Airborne Mission Supervisor at 6988 Scty Sq Yokota AB, Japan 1967 as SSgt, Russian, Chinese, Korean linguist | |
| KARREN, Boyd A. | Unk | 1991 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; motor pool | |
| KASTENS, Rodney D. | Unk | 2010 | 304XX asgn Misawa 1968-71 | |
| KASZA, Walter G. | MSgt | 1978 | Misawa 1965 | |
| KATSETOS, Paul J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KATTNER, Wesley J | SMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, 30170 in ETO & SEA; WWII gunner w/42 msns on B17 & B29's ETO | |
| KATZ, GARY B. | Sgt | 2003 | 292x2 Misawa 70-71 | |
| KATZ, Richard W. | Unk | 2006 | 202 - Brady - 6918th 61-62 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KAUFMAN, Leo J. | Col | 19?? | SS Ol"Timer, Communicator, Cmdr Shemya, Hq Eur Sec Rgn, Fkft, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| KAUMANS, Frank J. | TSgt | 1994 | Misawa 1954 | |
| KAVETSKI, Louis J. | MSgt | 2002 | USAFSS vet of 24 years. | |
| KAY, Jerry M. | A1C/GS | 2001 | 8 yr USAFSS veteran served at USAFSS & Okinawa/Onna Pt. | |
| KEARNEY, Denis B. | MSgt | 2001 | SS/NSA Crypie; Brooks, Kelly, Arl Hall, Ft. Meade; Recruiter/Loadmaster, Travis, Hill | |
| KEARNEY, John | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Hof as enlisted then later commissioned | |
| KEARNEY, Terrence "Terry" | Maj | 2010 | Ops Off @ Danang; Asgn Saigon, Bien Hoa, Phnom Penh, Korat, Germany | |
| KEARNS, Kenneth L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KEARSLEY, Donald E. | CWO | 2000 | SS Ol'timer, WWII Rad Opr B29's; SAC to AFSS Bremerhaven, San Vito, Cmd Hq | |
| Keating, Robert Wesley "Bob" | Captain | 2025 | He enlisted in the US Air Force in 1968. He met his first wife, Pok Im "Choe" Keating, while stationed in Korea at Osan Air Base. The couple married in 1973 and welcomed their daughter, Kim, later that year in San Angelo. Their son, Bobby, was born in 1975 at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. The family traveled between Okinawa, Texas, and Alaska over the course of\ Bob's 25-year career, settling in San Angelo Texas following retirement in 1994. After Choe's passing in 1994, Bob remarried in 2004 finding love again with Lorrie Keating. The two shared a happy life traveling the states, especially between their two homes in San Angelo, and Halls, Tennessee. Bob enjoyed spending time with his stepson, Jeremy Burch. In addition to his immediate family, Bob leaves behind extensive Air Force and military friendships with his Skivvy Nine family. | |
| KEATON, Jerry S. | CMSgt | 2009 | 292X1 asgn 6994th/Vietnam; USAFSS/AIA SEA w/MGen Larson | |
| KEDDY, George L. Jr. | Sgt | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| KEE, John E. | SMSgt | 2017 | 202XX, also WW II vet; | |
| KEELING, Richard H. "Dick" | MSgt | 199? | SS Ol'Timer, 292X2 asgn Brooks AFB, Bremerhaven, et al | |
| KEEN, BOBBY G. | A2C | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| KEENAN, Joseph H. | MSgt | 1995 | 203XX; SS Ol'Timer, Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| KEENE, Virdel E. | SSgt | 2001 | 6986 Scty Gp - AFSC R36150 | |
| KEESEE, George L. | Maj | 2002 | Hq USAFSS Personnel | |
| KEESLER, Donald W. | Sgt | 1993 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| KEETER, Aubrey C. | MSgt | 2017 | Limited info, 20 year military, USAFSS/NSA | |
| KEETON, Doris E. | SMSgt | 2017 | Legendary X1; Misawa, NSA, Goodfellow, Chicksands, San Vito, Pensacola; Pioneer for African American females; consumate overachiever, 25 AF Hall of Honor 2018 | |
| KEHRER, Perry E. | SSgt | 2009 | 292X1 - Misawa 1969 - 6921 Spt Sq | |
| KEIM, John Steven | MSgt | 2019 | Airborne Russian linguist; Wakkanai, Japan (twice), AFSCC/Kelly AFB, and the 6916th/Rhein-Main, followed by assignments to Offutt, Eielson, and again at Offutt | |
| KELCH, Charles H. | SSgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1972- | |
| KELLER, Arthur J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Keller, Trent L. | MSgt | 2023 | Trent retired from the US Air Force as a Master Sergeant (MSgt) in 1982 at Hill AFB, UT and continued working as a civilian there until he retired in 1995. Little did we know that my father served as one of the Air Forces elite members of the then very secretive Air Force Security Service, working diligently at radio listening posts all over the world to help keep our nation’s foes in check. Some of the great places our family visited included: Omaha, Nebraska; Anchorage, Alaska: for most people, an icebox, but for my dad, Alaska was an outdoorsman’s paradise; Pensacola, Florida: Dad attended Air Force technical training, and we enjoyed the white sand beaches and sun of Florida; Darmstadt, Germany: Dads first foreign assignment and his first time away from the United States; Madrid, Spain: In the lovely and sunny country of Spain, my dad continued his outdoor adventures in fishing and hunting; Cheyenne, Wyoming: Dad delivered our family safely back in the United States and much closer to his family in Southern Idaho and Wyoming; the island of Crete, Greece: On Crete, we lived in an apartment in a small fishing village called Hersonissos; San Vito, Italy: in Italy, we experienced Italian culture and cuisine firsthand. From Italy, Dad again got orders to the States. And finally, Layton, Utah: we settled in Layton as my Dad worked at Hill Air Force Base. He retired from the Air Force but continued his service to the country by working as a civil servant. | |
| KELLEY, Francis "Frank" | Unk | 2006 | C/W op asgn Darmstadt/USAFSS 2nd RSM vet; also asgn Alaska/3rd RSM | |
| KELLEY, Georgia M. | GS | 2006 | Asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| KELLEY, John J. | MSgt/GS | 2004 | Russian 203 asgn Chicksands, Landsberg, Ft Meade | |
| KELLEY, John M. "Jack" | NCO | 2003 | 6924th SS/Danang, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KELLEY, Thomas E. | Unk | 2012 | San Vito, IT and HQ USAFSS | |
| KELLEY, Varney | CWO | 1986 | Need info please | |
| KELLEY, Vivian G. | GS | 1997 | Admin/Sec AFCSC | |
| KELLEY, Wayne | MSgt | 2010 | 207X1 | |
| KELLOND, Arthur W. | Bgen | 2009 | Deputy Commander Hq USAFSS; asgn Maryland, Alabama, Virginia, Hawaii, Japan, Germany | |
| KELLY, BartholemewJ. III | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07)Â | ||
| KELLY, Clayton | TSgt | 1993 | He was in supply, and was in Turkey, Hqs, Kirknewton, DaNang Worked in supply. Assigned Turkey, Hqs, Kirknewton, DaNang, NSAREP Taiwan. | |
| KELLY, Gerald J. "Jerry" | UNK - Civ | 2012 | USAFSS in early 60's (62-66) as Vietnamese linguist, 6924th at Da Nang/Monkey Mountain, Archives Section on FOIA section at HQ | |
| KELLY, Howard D. | GS | 2004 | One of orignal COMSEC guys @ Arlington Hall Station, moving to Brooks 1949 | |
| KELLY, Jerome G. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| KELLY, Lawrence J. | TSgt | 2007 | Mess Sergeant at Security Hill Dining Hall | |
| KELLY, Michael D. | Unk | 2012 | USAFSS - Shu Linkou AS, Taiwan - Chinise Linguist (Yale) - NSA Civilian | |
| KELLY, Patrick E. "Pat" | CMSgt | 2007 | Maint Supt Misawa 1988-91; Misawa Base SEA | |
| KELTON, Don A. | MSgt | 2001 | USAFSS Russian linguist @ Goodfellow & Misawa late 50s/early 60s. | |
| KEMP, Terry R. | TSgt | 2002 | USAFSS. | |
| KENNEDY, James E. | Capt | 2007 | Asgn Misawa | |
| KENNEY, Jerome | TSgt | 2008 | 292X1 asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven 1952-54, Elmendorf AK | |
| KENNEY, Walter | Unk | 1970 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| KENNISON, Thomas E. | SMSgt | 2005 | 201X0/cryptanalyst asgn Vietnam, Chicksands, AFSPECOM, NSA, Kelly | |
| Kennon, Patrick E. | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF during the Hungarian Revolution. As part of his training in Air Force Intelligence, he was sent to Indiana University in Bloomington to learn Hungarian. There he met his future wife, Josephine (Jo), and they married in 1955 after a whirlwind romance. Patrick was conversant in Spanish, French, and German, in addition to English and Hungarian. | ||
| KENNY, Terrence George (Terry) | Unk | 2013 | 203X1 - Syracuse, New York, Russian-language class SR 6-4-57, Bremerhaven, Charlie Flight 1957-58, Detachment 1, 6911th RSM at Rhein-Main, Germany 1958-1960 | |
| KENT, Garrison | Unk | UNK | ||
| KENT, Larry Niel | Unk | 2007 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 202 on Alpha Flight 1963-65 | |
| KENT, Marlen | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| KENT, Roy L. | MSgt | 1992 | Ol'Timer, 202XX, 6989th, Crete, et al | |
| KENTFIELD, Martin J. | MSgt | 2013 | 208X0 RU Ling, Misawa, Berlin, and Goodfellow AFB, as well as language training at Syracuse University. | |
| KEPLEY, Leslie W. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| KERBER, Robert F. | Unk | 2017 | Italy, Japan, PI, NSA, and TX | |
| KERBY, David L. “Dave†| SSgt | 1997 | R30454; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| KERCE, Eddie Willis Jr. | Unk | 2011 | Vietnam, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KERN, Edwin H. | TSgt | 2000 | Misawa 1963 | |
| KERN, Robert L. | CMSgt | 1997 | Misawa 1955 | |
| KERR, Edward F. (Teddy) | unk | 2015 | 292 - Charlie Flight, 6918th RSM, Hakata, Japan 1958-60 | |
| Kersey, Glenn E. | 2020 | He served 28 years in the United States Air Force, where he received numerous medals and achievements for his work in radio communications. During his time in the USAF, Glen traveled the world, and treasured the lifetime of memories he made while serving his country. According to Tom Medlin, "I served in skivvy nine 1972 at Osan. A close friend was Glen Kersey. He was also there in 1972." | ||
| KESSLER, Joe | SSgt | 2008 | Asgn England, Germany, Italy, Thailand, 6994th/Vietnam | |
| KETCHENS, Richard W. | Unk | 2002 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KETCHUM, Price | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Germany | |
| Key, Roy Alvon | 2020 | He earned a Bachelor's of Arts in Foreign Language from University of Texas at Arlington. He then continued with language through Syracuse University of New York in Eastern European Languages. He enlisted in the USAF in the early 60's, serving as a linguist and Code Specialist while stationed in Darmstadt, Germany. | ||
| KHUEL, Ken | Unk | 2008 | Korean linguist (Yale) asgn Osan 1964-65 | |
| KIBLER, William L. "Bill" | TSgt | 2010 | 292X1 asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven | |
| KICKBUSCH, Charles H. | Unk | 2008 | Misawa 1954-55 | |
| KILFOYL, James L. | Unk | 1994 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| KILLGORE, James A. | Maj | 1996 | Chief of supply Goodfellow AFB | |
| KILLINGSTAD, Harold Gene | SGM | 2012 | Retired from Army and from Electronic Security Command | |
| KILMER, Richard E. "Dick" | CMSgt | 2004 | Crypto maint; Det 4 AFCD/Clark AB commander | |
| KILPATRICK, Terry L. | MSgt | 1999 | 205 Signals at 6990 & Compass Call. Cancer at Buckley Field, CO | |
| KIMBALL, Norman H. | CMSgt | 2002 | 34 year USAFSS vet in Korea, Vietnam, Crete, Turkey, Germany. | |
| KIMBRELL, James N. | SMSgt | 2015 | Linguist (Spanish, Russian, Mandarin Chinese), Germany, the Republic of China and Turkey | |
| KIMBRELL, John | Unk | 1994 | 202XX Analyst; Kirknewton & others | |
| KIMBROUGH, Jack | Lt Col | 2013 | HQ USAFSS 1960's | |
| KIMMETT, Shane H. | SSgt | 2002 | Active duty loss due to crash of MC-130 in Puerto Rico; Direct Support Operator; Spanish linguist | |
| KINCEL, Roger S. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05) | |
| KINDLER, Joseph | Unk | 2001 | Assigned to 2nd RSM | |
| KINDRED, Charles "Charlie" | GS | 197? | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Opns; P&P staff | |
| KING, Harry Q. | Unk | 1993 | more info please | |
| KING, Joel Kevin | Major | 2016 | SIGINT Analyst; commissioned into Missiles/Space; England, Germany, and Crete assignments | |
| KING, Lawrence V. Jr. | unk | 2015 | 202, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1965-67, Vietnam 1968 | |
| KING, Russell Jr. | Unk | 2015 | ||
| KING, Samuel L. | Unk | 2002 | Crypto operator asgd Bremerhaven 1952-54. | |
| King, Tresse Z. | CMSgt | 2021 | Chief King died in a noncombatrelated incident at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, according to a DoD news release. The incident is under investigation.King was assigned as squadron superintendent of the 96th Force Support Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, where she had served since October 2019. She arrived in Kuwait in January, according to Eglin spokesperson Ilka Cole.She had served in the Air Force for about 30 years at the time of her death. Chief Master Sgt. King had been at Eglin since 2019, part of a military career that began in 1992 at North Carolina's Pope Field. King also served at Osan Air Base and Yongsan Garrison in South Korea; Randolph and Lackland Air Force Bases and Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas; and Yokota Air Base in Japan, in addition to Joint Base Langley-Eustis. According to Ted Colquhoun, "Chief King was stationed in a number of our units and finished up on the IG team before moving on." | |
| KING, Warren | Sgt | 1982 | R20250; 6924SS Ramasun 75-76. | |
| KINGERY, RANDAL W. "Randy" | Unk | 2013 | Misawa, 292x2, T2 1967-70 | |
| Kinkade, Robert C. | 2020 | He was a 292 assigned to Able Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1959-1962 time frame. | ||
| KINNEY, James | A1C | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer; ACRP Serbo-Croatian linguist @ Rhein-Main in late 50's | |
| KINT, Thomas M. | A1C | 2006 | Misawa 1955 | |
| KINTER, Billy N. | CMSgt | 2001 | USAFSS NCO/Year 1965 @ Misawa. PSR Ops 65-68. Staff NCOIC Comm Ctr | |
| KINTER, Charles C. | Lt Col | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Korean War and Vietnam Vet | |
| KIRBY, Craig E. | Unk | 1995 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| KIRBY, Oliver R. | Civ | 2009 | Pioneer in development of reconnaissance and unconventional ops systems | |
| KIRCHMEIER, Robert Lynn | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist; Okinawa, Hawaii, and Spokane | |
| KIRK, Dickey W. | A2C | 1987 | Misawa 1954 | |
| KIRTLEY, J. E. | MSgt | 2012 | need more info please | |
| KISER, Jerry T. | CMSgt | 2001 | Asgn Karamursel, PacSctyRgn, Hq, Shu Lin Kou, Langley, Alconbury. | |
| KISH, Stephen | MSgt | 1981 | ACRP; AMT @ Rhein-Main in '60-70's;Eilsen in '80's; killed in COBRA BALL crash. | |
| KISLING, Richard D. "Dick" | CMSgt | 1985 | Personnel, CMSgt of the AF; into H of H 1986 | |
| KISSELL, Ronald L. | Unk | 2002 | 292 asgn Misawa 2002 | |
| KIVETT, David "Dave" | TSgt | 1970 | 202 @ Brady, Ashiya, Peshawar, Turkey, Ft Meade, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan. Killed in auto accident in Turkey. | |
| KIZZIA, Ronnie L. | TSgt | 1985 | Need info please | |
| KLASE, Larry E. | Sgt | 2019 | 6918th Hakata 202XX | |
| KLECK, Peter G. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS | |
| KLECKNER, Richard L. | Unk | 1988 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| KLEIFGES, Thomas "Clyde" | CMSgt | 1998 | Polish linguist; SS/ESC ACRP, Air Staff; Championed Comfy Olympics | |
| KLEIN, Keith | Unk | 2004 | Morse op asgn 3rd RSM, Naknek, Alaska 1952-54 | |
| KLEIN, Richard | MSgt | 1984 | Russian linguist. | |
| KLETKA, Richard C. | A2C | 2009 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| Kline, Waldo C. | CMSgt | 2021 | Wally worked in Security Service and retired after 20 years. Wally was inducted into the US Air Force Hall of Honors at Kelly Air Force Base, Security Service in San Antonio, TX for his high achievement in developing and implementing the Russian Linguist School. | |
| KLING, David A. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05, 1962-04) | |
| KLOCKO, Richard Phillip "Dick" | Lt General | 2011 | USMA Graduate 1937 - 6900 Security Wing, Germany - USAFSS/CC, retired 1971; HoH 1983 | |
| KLOEPPEL, Frederick A. | LtCol | 2006 | USAFSS Logistics asgn Kelly, England, Germany, Vietnam | |
| KNAPP, Nils W. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10)Â | |
| Knasinski, Frank S. | 2020 | He served 4 years with the United States Air Force in Samsun, Turkey and Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. He met his wife, Patricia Meek Knasinski, at Indiana University where he was stationed for Russian language training, in preparation for becoming a Russian Language Intercept Operator in the United States Air Force. Upon his honorable discharge in 1965, Frank continued working at the Central Intelligence Agency, Washington, D.C. in the Security Service. | ||
| Knecht, Ronald J. | Colonel | 2025 | He was predeceased by his wife Donna (nee Gaudreau AKS Shirk). He is survived by his daughter, Sonja Knecht-Hoshi. Ron enlisted in the Air Force 30 June 1960 and subsequently was selected for the Aviation Cadet program at Harlingen AFB, Texas. He received his navigator wings and was commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant on 21 September 1961. After completing Electronic Warfare Officer training at Biloxi, Mississippi he was assigned to the 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Forbes AFB, Topeka, Kansas, as a crew member flying RB-47H aircraft. He had crew assignments in both the 343rd and 38th squadrons. As part of the unit move and transition to RC-135C aircraft he moved to Offutt AFB, Nebraska in July 1966. He was a QRC operator and instructor and was a DoD test flight officer for the QRC-259, the first digitally controlled intercept receiver. In February 1970 he transferred to the 6th SW, Eielson AFB, Alaska as a crew member on the RC-135D. In 1972 he was assigned to electronic intelligence (ELINT) data processing and as a project officer to prepare for the bed down of the Cobra Ball II aircraft. In August 1972 he transferred to the 9th Reconnaissance Technical Squadron, 9th SW, Beale AFB, California with responsibility for all computer operations and ELINT processing for the SR-71 program. He also contributed to the design and fielding of a new ELINT system for the SR-71 aircraft. In July 1975 he was assigned as a staff officer and subsequently led the Reconnaissance Division, Directorate of Plans, Headquarters Strategic Air Command, Offutt AFB, Omaha, Nebraska. This office provided budgetary and planning support for all SAC reconnaissance aircraft and drones. During this assignment he represented SAC in an Air Force-NSA SIGINT study and in the Army-Air Force Reconnaissance Force Mix study and led a follow-on SAC reconnaissance study that examined SAC airborne reconnaissance operations in both nuclear and non-nuclear scenarios. His participation in these studies led to his assignment in July 1978 to the new, congressionally mandated, TENCAP office (Tactical Exploitation of National Space Program Capabilities) at Headquarters United States Air Force, the Pentagon. He subsequently was the chief of this office and then as Chief of Space Operations in the Directorate of Space, Plans and Operations was a key participant in the formation of Space Command. From July 1984 until retirement he was assigned to the Joint Staff with duties as Director, Systems Management Office in the JCS Joint Special Studies Group, Chief, K3, National Security Agency and as a Secretary of Defense chartered program manager with responsibility for the development and successful fielding of a major joint command and control system. Ron retired from the Air Force on January 31, 1990, to accept an appointment under President Bush (41) as a non-career member of the Senior Executive Service in the Office of the Secretary of Defense He served as a special assistant to the assistant secretary of defense for command, control, communications and intelligence. Ron was awarded numerous awards and decorations during his service to the country to include the Secretary of Defense Medal for Outstanding Public Service, the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with six oak leaf lusters, Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters and Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze stars. Ron was a loving husband and father and following the 2009 loss of his beloved wife of 41 years he moved to Nokesville, Virginia to be near his daughter, Sonja, and son-in-law, Yasumoto Hoshi.//Obit – The Washington Post// | |
| KNIGHT, Arthur C. | Unk | 1990 | Operations | |
| Knight, James David | MSgt | 2025 | His professional career included joining the United States Air Force in 1980. David was a Master Sergeant and worked as a Nuclear Weapons Specialist where he spent his first four years on active duty in Wurtsmith Air Force Base, Michigan. Sergeant Knight then crossed trained into the Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) analysis career field. As an ELINT analyst he enjoyed assignments to the 6912th Electronic Security Group (Electronic Security Command) Tempelhof Airport, Berlin Germany; 544th Intelligence Exploitation Squadron, (Strategic Air Command) Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska; Headquarters Air Combat Command, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia; 488th Intelligence Squadron OL-RM, (Air Intelligence Agency), RAF Molesworth, England; and finally, the 48th Intelligence Squadron, (Air Intelligence Agency) Beale Air Force Base, California. As a nuclear Weapon Specialist, then airman Knight was selected as “Professional Performer” during two Inspector General visits. Sergeant Knight is an honor graduate of the Electronic Intelligence Analysis Course and the Strategic Air Command NCO Leadership School at Offutt Air Force Base. He is a graduate of the NCO Academy at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. Sergeant Knight’s decorations include- Joint Service Commendation Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal. After his time in the military, David spent 21 dedicated years at Lockheed Martin before retiring. | |
| KNIPPA, Charles | GS | 19?? | Ops Staff Planner | |
| KNIPSCHIELD, Larry | Unk | 2017 | 6908th and 6990th Dogger, COMBAT APPLE Vet | |
| KNOCKE, Mervin C. “Merv†| MSgt | 1998 | R20290 Iron Horse; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70, Monkey Mtn 71-73. | |
| KNOWLTON, Byron A. | CWO | 1984 | Personnel; SS Ol'Timer | |
| KNOX, Josiah "Joe" | CMSgt | 1994 | Premier Airborne Maint Chief | |
| KNUCKLES, Thomas M. "Tom" | MSgt | 2013 | 291 - Daze flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1963-66 | |
| KNUDSON, Dennis E. "Denny" | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1958-59 | |
| KOBERNAT, James J. "Jim" | SMSgt | 2007 | Analyst/linguist asgn Misawa in 1960s | |
| Kobiela, John P. | 2021 | John served with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany in Comm from 1963-64 John and Glenda Lou enjoyed several 6913th Squadron Reunions. | ||
| KOCH, Russell | SSgt | 2013 | 20371 - 1964-1970, Syracuse DLI 9-1-65B, Syracuse University, 6944th School Squadron, Goodfellow AFB, 6933rd Security Group Karamursel, Turkey, 6970th Security Group, Fort Meade, Maryland, 6921st Security Group, Misawa, Japan | |
| KOCHER, George T. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-11)Â | |
| KOEHN, Kenneth Lynn | MSgt | 2015 | Polish Arbne Linguist - Rhein Main, Weisbaden AS, RC-130 and RC-135...800 Flying Hours | |
| KOELKER, Richard L. | Sgt | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| KOENNING, Allie L. | A1C | 2004 | Misawa 1955 | |
| KOERNER, John | CMSgt | 2004 | ELINT op/analyst @ PACOM ELINT Ctr/Fuchu, Pearl Harbor, Hq USAFSS | |
| KOETTERHAGEN, Jerome W. | SSgt | 2018 | 207X1, 1971-1978; 6931st Iraklion, 6987th Shu Lin AS, Taiwan, 6948th Kelly AFB, and 6903rd Osan AB | |
| KOFKA, Stephen | AlC | 199? | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB, 6913thRSM, Bremerhaven, Ger | |
| KOHL, Ed | TSgt | 2008 | Russian linguist; asgn 6985th/Eielson 1964-66 | |
| KOHL, William | CMSgt | 2009 | 202 asgn Japan, Texas, Vietnam, Maryland, England, Colorado, NSA | |
| KOHLER, Ed | 2019 | |||
| Kohn, Daniel J. | Colonel | 2024 | On April 4,1961, he enlisted in the Air Force and served with the USAF Security Service in Pakistan and Italy. He also served with the Strategic Air Command, Offutt AFB, Nebraska, and Little Rock AFB, Arkansas. Colonel Kohn received his commission as a Second Lieutenant in May 1970, as a Distinguished Graduate of Officer Training School, Lackland AFB, Texas. He was assigned to many US and overseas locations during his 32 ½ years of distinguished military service. He was Military Executive Leader for Communications Collection, responsible for over 100 units and 10,000 personnel worldwide. He retired in October 1993, at Kelly AFB, San Antonio, Texas, as the Director, Cryptologic Operations and Air Force Intelligence Command. | |
| KOLARIK, Francis L. Jr. (Frank) | Lt Col | 2013 | 292 - Able Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1961-63 | |
| KOLEFF, James E. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| KOLLMAN, James W. | Unk | 1977 | Asgn 6989 Support Sq/Misawa 1963-67 | |
| KONO, John K. | Unk | 1996 | Misawa, 1959 | |
| KOON, RAY | Unk | 2009 | 293 asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| KOONCE, Clifford R. "Cliff" | CMSgt | 2003 | HoH Member; 202; USAFSS Staff. | |
| KOONS, Norman L. (Lavern) | unk | 2003 | 292x, Misawa 1958-59 | |
| KOONTZ, Vernon W. | Unk | 2017 | 6918th, Hikata, Japan | |
| KOPE, GORDON L. | TSgt | 1985 | Asgn Misawa 1970- | |
| KOPITZKI, Joseph | Unk | 2000 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| KOPP, Merle K. | MSgt | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks, 6913th RSM, Bremerhave, Misawa (1953)l | |
| KORDICK, Emil J. | MSgt | 1986 | Need info please | |
| KORN, Philip E. | Unk | 1997 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-07) | |
| KOSINSKI, Wallace J. | A1C | 2019 | USAFSS Polish linguist | |
| KOSOBUD, James A "Jim" | Unk | 1997 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-09, 1962-01) | |
| KOTERA, Steven J. | A1C | 2002 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1966-67 | |
| KOTHMAN, E. Blake | GS | 2005 | Engineer long asgn to Hq USAFSS/Kelly | |
| KOUKAL, LOUIS J. | SSgt | 198? | in Misawa 1957 | |
| Kovach, Daniel Thomas | 2024 | Daniel served in the USAF from 2007 to 2010, as an airborne cryptologic linguist specialist. While in the military, he earned an associate degree in the Korean Language at the Defense Language Institute in Presidio of Monterey. He graduated top of his class and was awarded the program’s highest honor, the Korean Consul General Award. He was also awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal with one service star. | ||
| Kowalkowski, Jeremy, J. | 2023 | Jeremy served in the USAF for four years as an Airborne Cryptologic Linguist both stateside and abroad. He then pursued his mechanical engineering degree at MSOE all whilst working in the field of mechanical engineering. | ||
| KOZAK, John "JJ" | TSgt | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer, one of lst Russ ling asgd Rhein Main AB, 1956;Maj Webster Cmdr. | |
| KOZELL, Harry L. | Unk | 2018 | 292X1 Japan, Darmstadt in early '60s | |
| Kozik, Richard V. | Colonel | 2020 | According to 6913th Obituaries, " After graduating from Dunellen High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force. He was stationed at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1962-65 on 'C/E' flights. Koz was a Morse code operator. On July 23,1964 he married Christa Else Cordes and they raised 2 sons: Vance and Scott. His Air Force career began in 1960 as an Airman and retired as a Colonel in 1999. His career included: Morse operator, clerk, squadron commander, operations officer for the cruise missile wing, commander of a nuclear weapons squadron and political advisor the Senior USAF General for all of Europe." Koz served in the U.S. Air Force on "C/Easy" with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1962-65. | |
| KOZNOWSKI, John R. | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer @ Brooks; then OSI spec duty; then SS again, etc | |
| Krahn, Allen A. | SSgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF in August 1962 where he served as a Russian Linguist and Command Post Specialist until 1970. He was stationed in Texas, New Mexico, Washington DC and Duluth, Minnesota. He also served in Turkey, Okinawa, and South Korea. After discharge from the regular Air Force in 1970 he served two years in the Air National Guard Duluth, Minnesota. | |
| KRAJEWSKI, Edward M. | A1C | 2006 | 292X1 asgn 6910th/Darmstadt | |
| Krakowski, Robert | 2024 | Known as "Ski", he passed away three months from his 90th birthday. He served 10 years in the Air Force Security Service, and especially enjoyed his time in West Germany. After his service, Ski had a long and successful career at the National Security Agency, retiring in 1995. | ||
| KRAMARSIC, Kenneth J. | Unk | 2017 | 292X1 6918 RSM | |
| KRANSBERGER, James R. | Unk | 2003 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| KRAUS, Carroll J. | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| Krause, Mark | 2023 | After graduating from Leon High School in 1955, he entered military service in the USAF for four years, with two spent in Japan as a non-morse intercept operator in the USAF Security Service. | ||
| KREGER, Leslie A. | unk | 2015 | 202 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1960-62 | |
| Krein, Donald “Don" | 2022 | Don enlisted in the USAFSS as a Morse Code Intercept Operator. He was assigned to Germany. | ||
| KREIS, John D. (Danny) | unk | 2007 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 1969-72 | |
| KRESGE, ROBERT | A2C | 2005 | 293 asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| KRESGE, Stanley Edward | unk | 2014 | more info needed | |
| Kreuzer, Richard L. | Lt Col | 2022 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was trained in Washington, D.C., as a German linguist. He was stationed in Hof an der Saale, Germany, where he served enjoyably formative years as part of the 6915th Security Group. After commissioning, Richard furthered his military career by earning his Flight Surgeon wings, and he remained active in the Michigan Air National Guard until he retired with the rank of Lt Col. | |
| KRIEGER, Jack | unk | 2014 | LG Directorate | |
| KRISKE, Herbert A. | GS | 1998 | 23-yrs Cmd Hq | |
| KROBATSCH, Andrew Scott | unk | 2016 | AIA/AFISRA Intel Analyst - 2004-12 | |
| KROCKER, Edward J. | GS | 1994 | Opns; SS Ol'Timer; 6950th; WWII B-17 pilot; pro football Chicago Bears | |
| KROPP, David L. | Unk | 2007 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| KRUEGER, William F. | Unk | 2004 | 202 asgn USAFSS, 6920th/6913th Vet | |
| KRULA, Carl J. | Maj | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer, CC 136th CSS, Brooks AFB 1951-52 | |
| KRUM, Tom | Unk | 2015 | Need Info | |
| KRUMANOCKER, Roger L. | Unk | 2002 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-10) | |
| KRUSCHKE, Gary C. | A2C | 1995 | 292x, Misawa 1959- | |
| Kruzan, Delano “Dee” | A1C | 2024 | In 1953, Delano joined the U.S. Air Force, attended the Army Language School, and then was sent to Germany as a Russian language specialist in the USAF Security Service. Returning to the U.S. in 1957. | |
| KRZESICKI, Charles M. | unk | 2018 | more info please | |
| KRZESNIAK, John V. | unk | 2013 | 100 - 6918th RSM/SS and 6348th, Hakata, Japan - 1963-67 | |
| KUBECK, Donald J. | CMSgt | 2017 | Polish linguist, Chicksands; 6913th | |
| KUCHENRITER, Lou | MSgt | 2016 | 292X1; Darmstadt, Pakistan, Italy, Clark AB, PI; USAF Recruiter | |
| KUCKELMAN, Karl F. | SMSgt | 2019 | USAAC - USAFSS Japan/Germany | |
| KUEBER, Stephen J. | CWO | 1997 | SS from '50 @ Brooks AFB | |
| KUHL, Eric | Unk | 2018 | Hungarian linguist, NSA | |
| KUHN.Robert G. | SMSgt | 2001 | SS Ol'Timer fm Brooks Field, (data automation), ETO,Turkey, et al | |
| KUJAWA, James V. (Fiat Freddie) | Sgt | 2013 | Hof, GE | |
| KULICK, Joseph | MSgt | 2009 | 201X0 asgn Ft Meade, Crete, Zweibrucken, Thailand | |
| KUNO, Ronald | Sgt | 2000 | SS '50's Ol'Timer, SIGINT analyst, Landsberg, Ger '54-56, et al ETO, PAC, SEA... | |
| KUNTZ, David T. | Col | 2018 | 6918th RSM/CC, Clark AB, Wheeler, HQ USAFSS - Kelly AFB | |
| KUOPOS, Larry | unk | 2014 | Linguist - Korea, Pakistan, Italy and Texas | |
| KUPPER, William | Unk | 2001 | USAFSS Vet/2nd RSM. Ret from ITT Worldcom | |
| KURABIESKI, Raymond J | TSgt | 1992 | Russian linguist assgn Bremerhaven. Retired and became a lawyer in CA. | |
| KURTZ, Raymond W. | A2C | 2009 | Misawa 1953- | |
| KUSHNEROCK, Michael J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| KUSTELSKI, Thomas A. | Lt Col | 2015 | HQ USAFSS - 1960's, Germany, Turkey, Thailand during the Vietnam War, and San Antonio TX | |
| Kwiatkowski, Theodore Joseph | 2025 | Ted, aka Ski by many of his friends, studied Chinese (Mandarin) at Yale University. He was a proud military veteran, serving in the United States Air Force from 1957-1960. Ted specifically served with the 6927 Radio Squadron as a Chinese Linguist in Okinawa, Japan. His professional career involved computer analytics and system programming. Ted is survived by his loving wife, Catherine Kwiatkowski; 2 beloved children, Jeffrey Kwiatkowski and wife Deborah of East Syracuse, NY, Jennifer Falcone and husband Michael of Stevensville, MD. | ||
| KYTE, Gilbert R. | Unk | 2005 | Russian linguist asgn 41st/6913th RSM ('52-'55) | |
| LABOY, Julio | MSgt | Unk | Spanish liinguist, Panama and Offutt | |
| LABRECQUE, Leonard E. Jr. | SSgt | 2006 | Misawa 63-64 | |
| LACHAT, Jerry Douglas | Lt Col | 2012 | 202x, Misawa 1964-66 | |
| Lackey, John T. | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1965, serving 4 years at various locations. He was a Morse Code Operator/Transcriber with the U.S. Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) while at the Shu Lin Kou Air Station in Taiwan. His security clearance at the time forbade him to reveal specifics about his experiences. Honoring his oath, as a civilian fresh out of the Air Force, he interviewed for a position at NASA and was denied the opportunity because he would not give details about his job while stationed in Taiwan. He enlisted from 1965-1971. | ||
| LADUKE, Eli | SSgt | Unk | 3rd RSM (survived plane crash in Alaska) | |
| LAFOLLETTE, James M. | Unk | 1992 | Asgn Misawa 1974 | |
| LAGATTA, Arthur F. | Maj | 1981 | Misawa 1959 | |
| LAHUE, John Gregory | unk | 2016 | Arbne Intercept Op - Vietnam - DFC | |
| LAKE, Clement Wallace Jr. | SMSgt | 2012 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LALLY, Dale V. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| LALLY, William D. | Unk | 1981 | 202x Misawa 1963-65 | |
| LALONDE, Richard A. | SSgt | 2002 | Misawa, 1955-, 293x | |
| LAM, Larry M. | A2C | 2007 | 203X - Misawa 1957 | |
| LAMB, Robert C. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-09) | |
| LAMBDIN, Thomas L. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-03) | |
| LAMBERT, Normand | CMSgt | 2016 | Career USAFSS/ESC AMS; 6985th, Rhein Main, HQ ESC | |
| LAMBERT, Raymond E. | Col | 1998 | SS Ol'timer, Cmdr 6910 SW,Darmstadt; Cmd Hq, Cmdr Taiwan, Dep Cmdr AFSCC | |
| LAMBERTON, Robert A. Jr | Cpl | 1991 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LAMENDOLA, Achille A. "Archie" | SSgt | 1998 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LAMMONS,Frank B. | Maj | 2008 | Army Air Corp 1942, 5th ARUF/WWZ in WWII. Intel career in USAF, 6918th, Hakata, Japan - retired in 1964 | |
| LAMOREAUX, Al | MSgt | 2012 | AFEWC, Need service info please | |
| LAMOUREUX, Larry S. | Civ | 2016 | 27-yr civil service - HQ USAFSS - ESC DCS/DO late 1980s and was Chicksands CC....SAC RC-135 AC | |
| LAMOUSIN, James Q. "Jimmy" | Unk | 2005 | Misawa, 1953- | |
| LANCANSTER, Dudley M. III | Unk | 2002 | Czech linguist asgn OLJA 6910th, Mt Eckstein (Rimbach) Germany | |
| LANCE, Karl M. | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist, 1954-1959 | |
| LANCZYNSKI, Michael J. | SSgt | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| LAND, Charles D. | A1C | 1967 | ARDF Opr; killed in EC-47 shoot down in Nha Trang | |
| LANDERS, George S. | SSgt | 1973 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| LANDI, Walter "Walt" | GS | 2007 | Asgn 2 tours w/USAFSS then to NSA for career | |
| LANDIS, Craig E. | Sgt | 2012 | 202X0B (COMSEC), 1974-78, RAF Chicksands (6900th/6950th) COMSEC 1975-77, Brooks AFB 1977-78 | |
| LANDRY, Paul | unk | 2015 | need information please | |
| LANE, Albert Carl | SMSgt | 2019 | 6918th Hakata; 292XX | |
| LANE, David | Unk | 2008 | Asgn Misawa | |
| LANE, Donald T. | Unk | 2003 | Need info please | |
| LANE, George B., Jr. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| LANE, Harold | Unk | Unk | ||
| LANE, Phillip G. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Misawa T1 1958-59 | |
| LANG, Delmar C. "Del" | LCol | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer; Chinese linguist; Capt in Korean War; NSAREP Thailand/Korea, 1st RSM; HoH 1987 | |
| LANG, Virgil D. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| Lang, William Jame | 2025 | In 1963, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served as a Morse Code Intercept Radio Operator in England and on Shemya Island, AK, until 1966. After completing his service, Bill relocated to the California Bay Area. Bill will be missed immensely by his wife Kathy; his daughters, Jennifer Lang & Andrea Kewell (Tom). //Obit - Broomhead Funeral Home Riverton// | ||
| LANGE, Melvin T. | MSgt | 1996 | Opns; wife Mary civ in Airborne (USAFSS/DOR) | |
| LANGE, Roland A. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-11) | |
| LANGEN, John C. | Unk | 2003 | AF Ret; WWII vet; USAFSS asgn Tripoli, Iraklion, NKP | |
| LANGLOIS, Howard J. | SMSgt | 1996 | Linguist; SS Ol'Timer from 50's; WWII Vet, German POW | |
| LANGOS, Sandy J. | MSgt | 2005 | Asgn HQ ESC Budget mid-80s, Clark AB | |
| LANGSTON, Robert G. | A2C | 2009 | 304x, Misawa 1957 | |
| LANGTON, Roy | Unk | 2016 | Goodfellow Training Manager; 1NOXX | |
| Lanier, Tillman Earl | MSgt | 2024 | Lanier, Tillman Earl, MSgt, USAF, passed away April 5, 2024. War Period was Vietnam, Interred at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, | |
| Lansaw, Ronald William | MSgt | 2025 | Ron honorably served in the United States Air Force for over 25 years. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 54 years, Maria A. Arvaniti Lansaw of Glen Burnie; his son Timothy Ronald Lansaw (Nicole) of Frederick; his daughter Anna Marie Lansaw (Ioannis Pitsis) of Odenton. //Obit – Kirkley Ruddick Funeral Home// I knew Ron when we were stationed in England. I then worked with him in Maryland. He was a great guy and he will be missed. //Pete Petrisko// | |
| Lansing, Stephen G. | A1C | 2024 | Steve was born in 1942 during the allied invasion of North Africa, the battle of Stalingrad and the Guadalcanal Campaign. Steve spent four years in the Air Force Security Service in Japan and Turkey. | |
| Lanty, Michael | 2020 | On December 26, 1969 and began a 20 year career in the U.S. Air Force. He retired in 1990 in San Angelo, Texas. His passion for photography resulting in his photographs being purchase in local newspapers. According to Larry Miller, "Mickey’s service was held out at Lawnhaven Cemetery out by the base at 2:00 PM on January 29th. Turnout was probably close to eighty people. The military portion of it included a firing party, a beautiful playing of Taps by a single bugler, and the best flag folding ceremony I’ve ever seen. Besides me, Carl Muellner and JJ Graham were there. Following the pastor’s words, I asked if I could say a few words. Lanty trained as a Vietnamese linguist and later Arabic. I kind of set it up by talking about what I knew of Mickey’s career, and that I was privileged to have flown with him out of Kadena (6990th), and introduced Carl as one who had flown with Mickey out of Athens (6916th). I read Lonnie’s poem and then presented the poem in a nice frame to Rosalie. She seems to be bearing up well despite the suddenness of Mickey’s passing and appreciated having a few of Mickey’s fellow Air Force friends in attendance." According to Larry Ross, "I meet Mickey at several craft shows. He was a very accomplished photographer, especially wildlife and birds. I have a large framed print of two cranes sitting on my desk." | ||
| LANTY, Michael "Mickey" | Unk | 2020 | Vietnamese and Arab linguist, Kadena and Athens | |
| LANTZ, Robert W. (Bob) | SMSgt | 2015 | FTVA HoH (2015); Vietnamese linguist; Okinawa (Silver Dawn/Commando Lance/Combat Apple) | |
| LANTZ, Terry D. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-04) | |
| LANUM, James R. | SSgt | 1994 | 203x - Misawa | |
| LAPAZE, David W. (William) | unk | 2010 | 201x, Misawa, 1956-57 | |
| LAPIERRE, Carl J. | A1C | 2010 | Misawa, 1970 | |
| LAPLANTE, Richard A. | TSgt | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| LARDIE, Clarence R. | Cpl | 1998 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LARGER, Bernard "Bernie" | Col | 1980 | USAFSS Chief of Staff, European Scty Rgn CC, assigned to DIA, PACAF, SAC, ATC | |
| LARIMORE, Carl A. | Unk | 1998 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Larkin, Duane W. | CMSgt | 2020 | Chief was 207X1. His assignments included the 6917th in San Vito (1965), 6910th at both Darmstadt & Augsburg (1968-1974) and 6920th at Misawa (1974-77). Duane served with 6994th, Det 2 in Pleiku I think. He was inducted into the Hall of Honor (2001). 207X1, worked primarily in DF Deceased Assignments - 6917th in San Vito (1965), 6910th at both Darmstadt & Augsburg (1968-1974) and 6920th at Misawa (1974-77). Duane served with 6994th, Det 2 in Pleiku.16 AF Hall of Honor - 2001 | |
| Larsen, Erling David | 2025 | He graduated from Fosston High School in 1958 and joined the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS), a branch of the Air Force tasked with monitoring and interpreting military signals of countries of interest. He was honorably discharged in 1964. | ||
| LARSON, Arthur T. | Maj | 2018 | http://www.6987thalumniassociation.org/Inmemory-larson.html | |
| LARSON, Brant C. | SSgt | 1993 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| Larson, Carl Edward | Lt Col | 2022 | He graduated Indiana University with a degree in Psychology in 1955, with a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. While in the Air Force, his career included tactical officer and OCS instructor at Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Texas; flight commander and assistant operations officer at Wakkanai, Japan; Commandant of Cadets at the University of Illinois; Assistant operations officer at Hof AFB in Germany; Operations officer and Deputy Commander Samsun, Turkey; Commander Sinop Air Force Unit, Turkey; and Deputy Commander USAFSACS, Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo, TX. Following his retirement from the Air Force in 1975, he worked as training manager for Rockwell International and the U.S. State Department training Iranian students in California and Iran, leaving Iran just prior to the Iranian Revolution. | |
| LARSON, Doyle E. | Maj Gen | 2007 | Enl RU linguist to 2-star; ESC/CC; SAC/IN, CINCPAC/J2, CC Eielson, Offutt, Kadena; Hall of Honor 1986. Incredible visionary and forward thinker. | |
| LARSON, Edward J. | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| LARSON, Eugene C. | unk | 1999 | 292 at 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1958-59 | |
| Larson, James R., MSgt (ret), USAFSS | MSgt | 2023 | Russian and Serbo-Croat linguist. Assignments include Wakkanai, Hof, Berlin, Fort Meade, San Antonio, and Brindisi per USAFSS Facebook Site. | |
| LARSON, Kim L. | SMSgt | 2014 | Analyst - 6994th , Saigon - 1971, Cryptologic Support Group, (CSG) USAFE - 1974 to 1976. | |
| LARSON, Thomas W. "Pappy" | TSgt | 1986 | R361X0; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| LaRUE, Curtis "Lash" | A2C | 2002 | Comm; asgn 2nd RSM, 1992nd AACS Sq Chas France (57-60); US Army Nat Guard | |
| LARVICK, Rockne A. | unk | 2015 | Bremerhaven | |
| LARZELERE, Patricia T. | GS | 2006 | Hq AIA contracting officer | |
| LASCELL, George L. Jr | unk | 2001 | 6918th/Hakata/Brady AB | |
| LASINSKI, Francis | TSgt | 1984 | 6931st Scty Gp, Iraklion, Crete - left in 1969 | |
| LASKE, Ron | unk | 2015 | USAFSS | |
| LASSELLE, Arthur L. | CMSgt | 2001 | 28 year veteran. Lived in San Antonio following retirement. | |
| LASTES, Glenn P. "Rocco" | TSgt | 2005 | Albanian linguist; act duty loss/MC-130H crash in Albania; Direct Support Operator | |
| LATEK, John F. Jr. | Unk | 2005 | 202XX asgn Misawa 1956- | |
| LATHAN, Noel O.E. | LtCol | 2003 | Asgn NSA, retired from USAFSS. | |
| LATOURETTE, Gordon H. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| LATTA, Mervale G. | TSgt | 1992 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LATTNER, Harvey D. "Harve" | A1C | 2010 | 292x1 in Shiroi 1958, COMSEC vet | |
| LAUGEN, ROBERT M. | A3C | 2000 | 202 asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| LAUGHLIN, Daniel L. | Unk | 2000 | 6918 RSM/SS, Hakata, JA | |
| LAURER, Ronald C. "Big Butch" | Unk | 2001 | 202 asgn Osan. | |
| LAURRELL, Luke | Unk | 2016 | Russian and Bulgarian linguist; Korean War veteran, assignments in South Korea, Germany; airborne assignment with 6916th RSM, Rhein-Main, Germany | |
| LAVELLE, Allan J. | LtCol | 2008 | Asst Group Cmdr @ Misawa 1958-1960s, asgn 6902nd/Shiroi. | |
| LAWNICKI, Ted F. | Capt | 1974 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LAWRENCE, Joseph C. “Joe†| SSgt | 2001 | RS30454; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| LAWSON, Chris E. Jr. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-07) | |
| Lawter, Nichole E. | 2021 | Nichole was employed as a contractor for the US Space Force in Los Angeles, Calif., at the time of her passing. Nichole served in the U.S. Air Force as a Chinese linguist, passing one of the most lengthy and difficult schools in the Department of Defense. She was stationed in Hawaii and Maryland stateside. Nichole jumped at the chance to deploy to Iraq. After eight years of service, Nichole continued to support the United States by completing two tours in Afghanistan as an Intelligence Analyst, and settling in Los Angeles working with new and innovative technologies with the United States Space Force. | ||
| LAYFIELD, ALBERT L. | A2C | 2007 | 303 asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| LAYMAN, Linden L. | A1C | 1997 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LAYSON, Walter G. | CMSgt | 1991 | Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| Leach, Dan G. | Maj | 2024 | It was Dan's honor to serve in the Air Force for 24 years, both as enlisted and as an officer and retired as a Major in 1993. Dan attended the University of Maryland where he received his BA, Magna cum Laude in 1978. Chinese linguist. 6922nd Philippines, 6928th Okinawa, Commissioned 1979 //Bert Turner// I served with Dan in San Antonio, and Berlin. I considered him a great officer, caring man, and a good friend. The airborne and remoted elements of the USAF were better and safer due to his leadership and insights. History may not remember his name, but our country is stronger and safer thanks to his service. //Chuck Younkin// Got a tipper from Al Daugherty that Dan Leach, former MB at Kadena, passed away last Saturday (September 14). I think he also is pictured in last December's RIT attending a reunion at a Greek Restaurant for the 6916th. //Dennis Buxton// | |
| Leach, Janice Ilene Bunfill "Jan" | 2020 | Jan worked for the FBI in D.C. where she met Robert "Bob" Leach (USAFSS SIGINT reporter/analyst). She held various jobs at USAFSS bases in Libya, Japan and Hawaii where Bob was stationed. In 1968 Jan began a long career at the National Security Agency, starting as a directorate level Executive Secretary in the 1970s, eventually serving in four directorates. Her last job at NSA was Executive Secretary for the senior general officer in NSA Operations Directorate. She retired from NSA in 1995 after serving almost 40 years. She loved her career and excelled at it, winning many awards over the years, the most valuable of which for her were the many friendships she made. She then worked in D.C. and returned to the NSA travel office part time. Jan held various positions in FTVA and helped organize the annual reunions. She was also on the National Cryptologic Museum staff. According to David George, "Assignments and inclusive years at each (if known): Various jobs at USAFSS bases in Libya (Wheelus), Japan (Misawa) and Hawaii (Wheeler) in the 1950s and 1960s. NSA from 1968 to 1976. Iraklion AS, Greece from 1976 to 1977. NSA 1977 to 1995. Jan was married to SMSgt (ret) Bob Leach". 40 years of adminstrative executive service at NSA (1968-1976 and 1977-1995) and USAFSS jobs in Libya, Japan, Iraklion, and Hawaii. Big supporter of FTVA, and highly involved with National Cryptologic Museum | ||
| LEACH, Robert Edgar | SMSgt | 2014 | 202 - S&W Supt - Texas, Wyoming, District of Columbia, California, Libya, Japan, Hawai'I, Korea, Greece, and Maryland | |
| LEAHEY, Robert W. "Bull" | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Operations Viet Nam, Korea, et al | |
| LEASURE, JOHN F. JR. | Unk | 1993 | 702 asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| LEATHERS, Wesley I. "Wes" | MSgt | 1996 | Cmd Staff; Bangkok, Taiwan, Okinawa, Goodfellow, et al; IFEL 1953-03 & 1958-04 | |
| LEBLING, Robert M. | Unk | 2005 | C/W op asgn Darmstadt/USAFSS 2nd RSM vet | |
| Lebrecht, Clarence R. | Sgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the Air Force after high school graduation. He was very proud of his service during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Turkey, intercepting foreign messages using Morse Code. | |
| LECH, Gerald R. “Gerry†| Sgt | 1979 | 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| Lechter, David P. | 2020 | During the 1960's, he served as intercept operator in the Air Force security services in Vietnam, Philippines and Italy. With a joyful, charismatic personality and fluency in three languages, David made lifelong friends wherever he went and adapted easily to new environments. | ||
| LEDET, Elwood J (E J) | Maj | 2014 | Enlisted in 1952, Commissioned in 1958, "Bronze Star" - served in Scotland, Libya, Pakistan, Germany, Taiwan, Okinawa, Vietnam, San Antonio and San Angelo | |
| LEE, Dong Chul | A1C/GS | 2001 | MIMI @ Osan. Joined NSA after 1st term. Died in Pentagon crash on 9/11. | |
| LEE, Richard W. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-11) | |
| Lee, Robert Evan | 2022 | In early 1959, when Vietnam was simmering, Bob enlisted in the Air Force where he was trained as a Vietnamese linguist and traffic analyst. While on flight status in South Vietnam, he served as a crewmember on aircraft staging out of Tan Son Nhut. Once discharged from the Air Force in 1963, Bob spent the next 40-something years serving in a variety of roles at the National Security Agency. Known for his highly accurate predictive analyses, he became special advisor to two Directors of the Agency. | ||
| LEE, Wendell Kaahiki | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1958-59 | |
| LEE, William "Bill" | CMSgt | 1998 | SS 292XX Ol'timer, HQ, Scotland, England, Italy, Vietnam; Pres of English Golf Course | |
| LEE, William Howard "Bill" | MSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - 24 years | |
| Leech, Ruchard L. | 2025 | He served in the USAF for 26 years, doing long range reconnaissance missions as an Albanian Linguist. He also was a counselor at the Defense Language Institute of Monterey, California; an instructor at San Angelo, Texas; and a computer programmer at Scott Air Force Base, Mascoutah, Illinois. He served in Germany, Italy, California, Nebraska, and Texas. Richard played baseball, football, and basketball while in the USAF. He was lucky enough to be asked to play for a minor league Italian baseball team from Milan, Italy. | ||
| LEEPER, Paul Raymond | MSgt | 2012 | Retired in 1977, Served as operations clerk at 6922nd RGM, Ashiya AB, and 6918th, Brady AB Japan in late 1950's - early 1960's | |
| LEES, Walter A. | Unk | 2009 | USAFSS vet | |
| LEET, Jonathan | LCol | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, 6913th RSM Cmdr, Bremerhaven 1960, Crete, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| LEETCH, William "Cricket" | Sgt | 2001 | 292 of Dawg Flight, 6922nd SW 68-69/Chicksand 69-71, died 1-01 car accident in CA | |
| LEFEVER, Ralph M. | Unk | Unk | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| LEFFERTS, Edward A. "Ed" | LtCol | 2002 | 6921st/Misawa Wing Comptroller; pilot @ Korat; Misawa 1963 | |
| LEFTWICH, Raymond F. | TSgt | 1967 | Ops; killed in EC-47 shoot down at Nha Trang | |
| LEGENZA, Rudolph J. "Rudy" | Sgt | 2018 | 6918th Hakata 1966-68 Vietnam Veteran | |
| LEHMAN, Robert G. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist asgn Okinawa, Philippines, Taiwan; one of first flyers in RB-29s 1950s; Yokota AB, Japan from 1955-57. Jun 54 Clark AFB, P.I., Aug 54 Kadena AFB, Okie, Jan 55 Formosa, May 55 Yokota AFB, Flying detachment on 290, (first Chinese group), Jan 57 Separated from Active duty | |
| LEHNER, Jeffery | Unk | 2009 | 1A8/Korean at Offutt then Spanish contract operator; died in Afghanistan C-12 crash | |
| LEIFESTE, Harold E. "Hal" | LCol | 1997 | COMSEC; SS Ol'Timer fm '50, Cmd Staff, 690lst, 6917th/San Vito 65-66. | |
| Leino, Murray E. | 2025 | A 1974 high school graduate, top student and All State vocal musician, he enlisted in the Air Force as a Russian Linguist. After a tour of duty that took him from California and Texas to Okinawa and Omaha, Murray returned home to be present for his parents. | ||
| LELAKE, William L. "Bill" | Unk | 2013 | Yale IFEL Basic Mandarin Chinese graduates. 6988th Scty Sq, Yokota AB, Japan in the late 60s, first as a Tac Op and then as a Bat 2 (AA in today's terminology) | |
| LEMKE, Herbert M. | LCol | 1994 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's, Communicator, Shemeya 1962/63 | |
| LEMONS, Roy D. | Col | 2016 | Chief of Staff USAFSS/ESC - Civil Engineer | |
| Lenhardt, Robert G., USAFSS 17 | 2022 | He served our country in the US Air Force from June 1961 through November 1964. Mr. Lenhardt attended Military Language School studying Russian Language. During his time in the service, Robert worked as a Russian Linguist in the US Air Force Security Service. | ||
| LENY, John | Unk | 2001 | USAFSS Vet/Chicksands | |
| LEONARD, Arthur B. | Unk | 2019 | 1963-68, Okinawa, South Vietnam, and England. | |
| LEONARD, Owen James "OJ" | MSgt | 1990 | Vietnam, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LEROSSIGNOL, Robert M. 'Mike' | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07) | |
| LESLIE, Charles J. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) (May be Dec 9, 2012) | |
| LESTER, ROY C. | A2C | 2009 | 293x 53- asgn Misawa | |
| LETCHWORTH, Joseph A. | Unk | 1997 | 702 asgn Misawa 1959 | |
| LETTERMAN, LAWRENCE J. | A2c | 1969 | Asgn Misawa 641x 53- | |
| LEWANDOWSKI, Ed | GS | 2001 | RCA Tech Rep Chicksands 1960s | |
| LEWANDOWSKI, Paul A. | SSgt | 2012 | A20771, 65-67 - 6918 SS; 67-68 - Det 1, 6994SS; '68 - 6993 SS | |
| LEWINDOWSKI, Joseph | Col | 2011 | Commander, San Vito | |
| Lewis, Charles Crawford | 2024 | Chad was a graduate of Ne-Ca-Hi, class of 1969. He served in the United States Air Force as a part of the Security Group. | ||
| LEWIS, Cortez Jr. "Corky" | GS | 2001 | Marine then over to Air Force; asgnd to Shiroi, Kadena in 50s. | |
| LEWIS, James A. Jr. | CMSgt | 2001 | Personnel @ Korat, Thailand; Hawaii; Hq USAFSS (DP/DPX) | |
| LEWIS, Jerold D. "Jerry" | Unk | 2010 | Asgn Germany, Japan, Greece, Italy | |
| LEWIS, Lucien G. | Unk | 2016 | USAFSS, Korean War | |
| Lewis, Matthew B. | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1986. His time spent in Germany as a cryptologic language analyst was a testament to his intelligence and adventurous spirit. His military service was a significant chapter in his life, shaping him into the worldly individual so many admired. | ||
| LEWIS, Millard | MGen | 1993 | SS Cmdr '59-62, et al | |
| LEWIS, Ronnie G. (Arky) | Unk | 2011 | Vietnam and 6918th, Hakata - 69-71 | |
| LEWIS, Todd B. | Sgt | 2003 | 202 asgn 6917/San Vito '87-90, NSA/Ft Meade. Lost in Persian Gulf | |
| LEWUS, William H. | Col | 2014 | more info please | |
| LEYENDECKER, VICTOR M. | TSgt | 2005 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1963-67 | |
| LIACI, James Anthony | Major | 2017 | Comms officer; HQ ESC and USAF Reserves | |
| LIBERATORE, Philip A. | Unk | 1994 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 20 years | |
| LICATA, Michael J. | Unk | 2007 | 293 asgn Misawa 1956-57 | |
| LICHTHARDT, Orville G. | Unk | 199? | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB, 292XX, 6913th RSM,Bremerhaven, Ger, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, et al | |
| Lieffers, Justin Craig | SrA | 2025 | He joined the US Air Force and earned the rare distinction of serving as an airborne Pashto cryptologic linguist. After intense training, he deployed multiple times to Al Udeid AB, Qatar, and flew dozens of combat sorties over Afghanistan, forging lifelong friendships at Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA, survival school at Fairchild AFB, and while stationed at Offutt AFB, NE. After his honorable discharge as a SrA, Justin settled in Bellevue, Nebraska. He is survived by the children he adored, Jax and Sunny Lieffers of Papillion, NE. //Obit – Bellevue Funeral Chapel// | |
| Lien, Harold Duane | A1C | 2025 | Harold was a long-time US Air Force veteran, assigned as a Bulgarian linguist for the National Security Agency. He also worked as a line-splicer in the telecommunications industry after his discharge | |
| LIEVANOS, Leo L. | Sgt | 1983 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LIGHTELL, Vern | MSgt | 2016 | USN/USAF; Russian linguist, RB-50s, C-130s, and RC-135s; Yokota AB, Rhein Main, Offutt, Upper Heyford RAFB, Mildenhall, and Goodfellow. | |
| LIGON, Richard A. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LIKENS, Donald R. | Unk | 2013 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1958-59 | |
| LILES, JERRY L. | Sgt | 2009 | 292x2 Misawa 70 | |
| LILES, Roy C. | LtCol | 1991 | 8th RSM Exec Off and Ops Off in early 50s | |
| LILLEY, James R. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01) | |
| LILLIS, George W. (Washington) | Unk | 2011 | Misawa, 1957-59, 202x | |
| LILLY, Arthur M. | Col | 1997 | Opns; Cmdr 6922nd and much more | |
| LILLY, Frederick | Unk | 2005 | USAFSS 15th RSM vet | |
| LIMPUS, Bruce H. | TSgt | 2009 | X1, 202, linguist asgn USAFSS | |
| LINCOLN, Russell | unk | 2014 | need more info please | |
| LINDLEY, James D. "Jim" | SSgt | 1972 | 202 asgn Chicksands, SPECOMM ctr; civ computer consultant; died Frankfurt of cancer | |
| Lindsey, Cecil Ray, SSgt | SSgt | 2024 | He joined the Air Force in 1966. After his military service he taught electronics at Fresno City College for over 20 years. Following information provided by Dan and Donna Bosher:We have known Cecil for 58 years. I entered the USAF in 1964. Cecil entered in 1966. He, like myself, went through basic training and electronics ground radio school at Kessler Air Force Base in Biloxi, MS, requiring approximately. 9 months to complete. He was assigned to his first duty station in Klamath Falls, OR., Keno Radar station on top of 6800 ft Haymaker Mountain. After about a year he was moved from Air Defense to the Air Force Security Service. He had to go back to Kessler Air Force Base in MS for training on the FLR9 antenna network. He was then assigned to the Base in Crete. | |
| LINDSEY, Lloyd W. | CMSgt | 2009 | Asgn Hawaii, Germany, Japan, San Antonio | |
| LINDSEY, Paul W. | SSgt | 1988 | R81150 SP; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| LINDSEY, Robert J. | CMSgt | 1998 | Crypto & multi-lingual linguist; Belgrade, Moscow, DoD | |
| LINDSEY, Roy L. | SSgt | 1969 | 207/ACRP @ Eielson; killed aboard RC135 RIVET AMBER lost in Bering Sea crash | |
| LINDSTROM, Floyd D. | A2C | 2007 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| LINE, James R. "Bob/Jim Bob" | CMSgt | 2002 | Abrn Morse Op flew EC-47s. Helped run the EC-47s @ PacSctyRgn in early 70s. | |
| LION, Adolf H. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| LIOUZIS, William S. | Unk | 1978 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| LIPHAM, William M. | MSgt/GS | 2005 | Asgn Germany, Libya, England, Scotland, Italy, Crete and Fort Meade | |
| LIPPERT, Thomas E. | Unk | 1991 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1958- | |
| LIPPSETT, Marvin | Unk | Unk | FTVA Life Member | |
| LIPSCOMB, Glen R. | Unk | 2001 | Served at Karamursel, Turkey; Scotland | |
| LISK, Michael A. | Unk | 2010 | 292X2 asgn Misawa T4 1966-68, 1969-70 | |
| LIST, Everett L. | Unk | 1997 | 293 asgn Misawa 1956-57 | |
| LITTLE, Raymond H. | CMSgt | 2002 | Comsec vet @ Kelly, etc. | |
| LITTLE, William A. "Chisai" | MSgt | 2007 | 292X2 asgn Misawa 1962-75, Chicksands 1970s, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LIVINGS, Melvin Jackson | Unk | 2017 | Crypto analyst, Korean era | |
| LIVINGSTON, David O. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05) | |
| LIVINGSTONE, David H. | MSgt | 2001 | 26 year 30470 assigned to France, Germany, DaNang Vietnam, Thailand, Crete. | |
| LLOYD, Robert P. (Bob) | Unk | 2012 | 304, maint 1968-72 Misawa | |
| LLOYD, Royce | MSgt/GS | 2006 | 202 asgn Misawa 1954-56, 1963-66 | |
| LLOYD, Thomas C. (Tom) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LOCKE, Billy R. | GS | 2010 | HoH 1985, Hq USAFSS/Plans & Programs, Special Programs | |
| LOCKE, Thomas E. "Tom" | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-09) | |
| LOCKEBY, Bobby R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Lockett, Brandon, MSgt | MSgt | 2021 | In 1962, mutual friends introduced Bill to a woman because they both enjoyed dancing, and in 1963 he married his dance partner, Mary Patricia Cook. Bill proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for 22 years. His service took him and Pat to various locales, including Okinawa and Japan. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and many other medals in recognition of his military achievements. He concluded his Air Force career at Goodfellow Air Force Base and retired at the rank of Master Sergeant in 1975. | |
| LOCKHART, Larry B. | A2C | 2004 | Misawa 1966 | |
| LOCKWOOD, Walter | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Texas, Mississippi, Korea, Crete, and Pensacola, FL | |
| LODOR, Benjamin J. (Ben) | Unk | 2007 | USAFSS - Russian Linguist - Enlisted 1951 - Assg 41st RSM Bremrhaven - 1952-54 | |
| LOECHELT, James S. | Unk | 1995 | Poss C/W Op asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| LOFING, Roger D. | A1C | 1997 | 292XX asgn Misawa 1964- | |
| LOGATTO, Salvatore J | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| LOGERFO, Michael R. | Unk | 2008 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| LOGUE, Jerry C. | A1C | 2002 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) Taiwan, Basic. Later commissioned in US Army | |
| LOHLI, Edward L. | Unk | 1992 | Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| LOISELLE, Gordon | SMSgt | 2015 | 6994th and 6988th Chinese linguist; Goodfellow, Keesler, Okinawa, and Yokota; Lifetime FTVA | |
| LOMAX, James L. "Jolly" | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Gruenstadt, Landsberg, Kaufbeuren | |
| LOMBARDI, Donato A. :Don" | Lt Col | 2019 | 21 year USAF vet 1961-82 | |
| LOMBARDI, Timothy C. | Sgt | 1989 | Chinese linguist @ 6990th/Okinawa; 6924th/Thailand | |
| LOMBARDO, Richard J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| LONDON, Joseph C. | Unk | 2018 | USAFSS; need more info | |
| LONERGAN, Harold E. Jr. "Hal" | MSgt | 2000 | Chinese linguist asgn Danang, German linguist asgn Offutt, Berlin | |
| Long, Charles | 2022 | He joined the USAF in January 1962. Upon completion of Russian language training at the Defense Language Institute, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, Charlie underwent subsequent intelligence training at Goodfellow Air Force Base, San Angelo, Texas. His tours of duty included a year and a half in Pakistan, three years in Hof, West Germany, twelve years in Berlin, Federal Republic of Germany, three years at the National Security Agency (NSA), and two tours in Japan. Charlie valued most his assignment as an analyst at the 6912th Electronic Security Group (ESG) strategically placed 110 miles within the Soviet Zone of East Germany in the divided city of Berlin (1973-1981 and 1984-1988). He played a key role in the unit's acquisition of the coveted Travis Trophy in 1986, was not only selected as the unit's representative during the Polish crisis in December 1980 coordinating with the AWACs mission in Ramstein AFB, he was handpicked to fill a 6912th command billet at Tempelhof Central Airport (TCA) until well after his retirement in early 1988. Credited with numerous Air Force commendations, Charlie was the sole recipient of the flag of the United States flown in his honor over all three duty sites in Berlin: Teufelsberg Operations, Marienfelde Operations, and TCA. | ||
| LONG, Jack Allyn | MSgt | 1976 | 29171 Crypto Opns Supervisor, USAF Cryptographer 1947 - 196?; U.S. Army: 1942-1945 Company F 26th Infantry POW 27 months-Stalag 3B, Furstenberg, Germany, Purple Heart-Wounded and captured January 28, 1943 by Rommel's Forces Tunisia, French Morocco North Africa. | |
| LONGFELLOW, Jonathan D., Jr, | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-01)Â | |
| LONGHANY, Raymond J. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt | |
| Lonien, Kurt, C. | TSgt | 2023 | Kurt served for 19 years as a USAF Cryptologic Linguist (Arabic) and lived in Minnesota, Georgia, England, and Maryland. In the later years of his Air Force Career, Kurt used his love of helping by becoming a mentor to the many Airmen entering the field. | |
| LOONEY, Paul F. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01)Â | |
| LOPEZ, Fermin Enrique (Fermi) | MSgt | 2014 | Spanish and Russian Linguist - Multiple assignments in Europe, Tampa, Ley West, and Offutt | |
| LOPEZ, Juan F. | Lt Col | 2012 | Served 29 years USAF Military and Civilian | |
| LOPEZ-SANCHEZ, Eliot E. | CMSgt | 1995 | Airborne Spanish linguist; Maintenance technician in Vietnam, prior to becoming linguist and AMS extraordinaire; Assignments include Key West, Offutt, Kelly. Known for great wit and tough attitude | |
| LORD, Dick | GS | 1993 | Cmd Hq Staff, NSOC Analyst @ 1958 C130 Shootdown; Dep Dir NSA | |
| LORELLO, John J. | SSgt | 1994 | 622XX asgn Misawa 1955 | |
| LORENSON, Gary | Col | 2000 | Former RAVEN 343 SRS, Sqdn Cmdr Goodfellow AB, et al | |
| LORENZO, James M. | Unk | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 1954- | |
| LORREE, Ellis R. | LCol | 1995 | Opns Off; rated Navigator; Cmd P&P,PACAF et al | |
| LOSCUTOFF, Alexander | SSgt | 1998 | Asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| Lossing, Ralph A. | 2021 | He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 22 years. According to Keith Hyland, "Got word that Ralph A (Lex) Lossing died April 18. Think he was a 202 on Able. Flight at San Vito." | ||
| LOTT, Randal R. | MSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| LOUNSBURY, Gerald R. | Unk | 2006 | 202XX 6918th RSM | |
| LOURENCO, Lawrence "Larry" | A1C | 1997 | 202 on Dog Trick @ Bremerhaven, GE; Trick 3 @ Misawa. | |
| LOUSIGNONT, Clifford O II | 1LT | 1991 | Misawa 1959-60 | |
| LOVE, Ronald D. | Unk | 2019 | 702XX Hakata 6918th 1958-60 | |
| LOVEDAY, Gene C. | Sgt | 1999 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LOVELL, Ron | MSgt | 1994 | 202, 1970's - 1980's, Misawa and Korea | |
| Lovern, Ronald L. | A1C | 2020 | According to the 6913th.org, "He served with the U.S. Air Force at Bremerhaven, Germany from1960-63 on "C" Flight. He was the original creator of this Website many years ago." | |
| LOVETT, Robert L. | MSgt | 2016 | 207X1; Shemya, Scotland, Darmstadt, Vietnam, Menwith Hill; "Drill Press" participant | |
| LOWE, Bruce B. "Bing" | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| LOWRY, John "Jack" | SMSgt | 2010 | First Sergeant @ Goodfellow | |
| LUCAS, Charles T. | Lt Col | 2018 | Over 30 year vet; 1961-65 intercept analyst and photo interpreter; Ret as Lt Col in ANG; Germany, Panama, UK | |
| LUCAS, Robert F. | Unk | 2002 | 2nd RSM/Darmstadt Vet. | |
| LUCKO, Walt | Sgt | 2014 | Syracuse DLI Russian grad, attended Goodfellow in 1965-6; served in the old 2-T program in Misawa and Wakkanai as a 203 | |
| LUDWIG, Robert B. | Civ | 2017 | DoD Intel civilian | |
| LUECKFELD, Gerald W. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-10 1961-01) | |
| Luffman, Herman | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1986. His time spent in Germany as a cryptologic language analyst was a testament to his intelligence and adventurous spirit. His military service was a significant chapter in his life, shaping him into the worldly individual so many admired. | ||
| Luna, Noe | 2022 | He served in the USAF. After basic training with the 3724the squadron at Lackland AFB he attended Scott AFB, IL for additional training that allowed him to serve in the USAF Security Service as a silent warrior: "Freedom Through Vigilance". | ||
| LUND, James M. Jr. | Cpl | 1990 | Asgn 2nd RSM 1947-1952+ | |
| LUNDBERG, David Charles Sr. | unk | 2016 | USAFSS Russin Linguist 1956-60, NSA Analyst | |
| LUNDQUIST, Darrel W. | Col | 1996 | Great intellect, Cmd P&P; Dir AFOSI et al | |
| LUOPA, Phillip | Unk | 2012 | Chinese/Russian linguist and an NSA retiree, USAFSS assignments were 6929th in Korea and the 6912th in Berlin in early-mid '60's; IFEL 1959-10 | |
| LUSK, Robert L. | Unk | 2006 | 292X1 asgn Darmstadt; USAFSS 2nd RSM vet | |
| LUSSIER, Raphael M. | Unk | 2016 | 6918th RSM 292XX | |
| Luther, Brian Spencer | 2025 | Brian retired from the military after 21 years of service in the Air Force where he was a highly decorated Master Sergeant. According to Tommy Fridy, To my friend, we had so many memories together from tech school and Chicksands. I always thought we would have time to catch up and hang out. I will miss you man! I so wish we would have got together like we talked about. I’m laughing and crying at the same time remembering our fun times and even our head-to-head confrontation lol. Such great times coming back to me remembering our friendship Thanks for being a good guy and friend. According to Gary Farris, To my brother, they just aren’t ready to take you on in heaven, so be nice! To Teddy, I was the Quartermaster at the post in San Antonio when Brian was Commander, and we became very good friends. My sincere condolences, the world will not be the same without Brian around! According to Mike Tyson, The 25th has lost a warrior. RIP, Lex. According to Scott Hayford, Brian was an exceptional NCO. I cherished my time working with him in Korea, messing with the “heat packs” and mop4 exercises. I was so proud when he was assigned to a very special unit, providing security for our nation, a mission he could never talk about, but so important. May it be said, “Well done” “Be thou at peace.” According to Danny Prichard, When I was the Squadron Superintendent at the 31st IS at Fort Gordon, Georgia Brian (Lex) had to come to my office on a TDY and convince me to put a couple of my airmen potentially in harm's way. He was a Tech Sergeant; I was a Chief and a pissed off Chief at that because I didn't feel my troops were trained for the mission at hand. I closed the door and Brian, and I had it out. He stood his ground like the warrior he was and in the end, because he gave me his word and I trusted him, I let my airmen leave with him for what was a dangerous mission. Many years later he told me how difficult that was for him because he respected me. Well, the respect and love went both ways. I just cannot believe he's gone. God has a true warrior in heaven now and one of the best men I've ever met. RIP my old and dear friend. | ||
| LUTHER, Charles J. "Chuck" | Col | 2009 | Wing Commander, Misawa; F4 pilot in Vietnam; asgn DCS-I Systems Command | |
| LUTHER, Jim | CMSgt | 2013 | Airborne USAFSS Morse operator in the 1960s-1970s, 88th/Yokota(65-68), 44th/Offutt(68-69), 90th/Kadena(69-71), 94th/Saigon(71), DaNang(71-72), Ubon(72-73), 44th/Offutt (73-75), 85th/Eielson, AF civil service @ Warner-Robbins AFB, GA | |
| LUTHER, Ralph H. | A1C | 2007 | Morse op asgn Libya, Crete; xmit morse telemetry data for USAF space pgrm | |
| LUTZ, Simon M. "SI" | Col | 1995 | SS Ol"Timer '59-'66, DCS/Civ Engineering | |
| LYDEN, B. J. | SMSgt | 2003 | 202 asgn Hakata, Misawa, Chicksands, Iraklion, NSA, Rota and others | |
| LYELL, William A. "Bill" | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist in Korean War followed by distinguished career at Stanford Univ | |
| LYKENS, Chalmer Alan | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07)Â | |
| LYMAN, Daniel G. | A1C | 2004 | Asgn 6960th Spt Gp | |
| LYNAM, James V. | Unk | 2017 | 20+ year WWII Navy and USAF vet; 6918 RSM | |
| LYNCH, George C. | Mgen | 2005 | Spent early days as office in USAFSS (Shiroi, Japan and Turkey) | |
| LYNCH, John M. "Jack" | CMSgt | 1998 | Opns; SS Ol'Timer;6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger, ESR,NSA, et al | |
| LYNCH, John Patrick | Col | 2018 | Hall of Honor, 1995; Intel officer, Scotland, Texas, England, Greece, Germany, Vietnam, Pentagon, and NSA; 38 years active service; 202 Kirknewton 1952/3, Ops Officer 6912th, Commander 6948th, 6951st | |
| LYNCH, Joseph G. | Col | 2005 | Misawa Commander in early 80s | |
| LYNCH, Robert E. | Unk | 2007 | Need info pls | |
| LYNDES, Gene A. | SSgt | 2005 | 6910th Darmstadt, Germany 1961-1963 Thailand - dates unknown Pease AFB, NH | |
| LYNN, Bert H. | LtCol | 2005 | Need info please | |
| LYNN, Denis J. | A2C | 1975 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1964 | |
| LYNN, Roy H. | Lt Gen | 1992 | 1st SS Cmdr '48-49&'51-'53; HoH 1983 | |
| LYNN, Roy W. | GS | 1992 | Cmd Staff P&P; in HoH 1997 | |
| LYON, Douglas E. | Unk | 2007 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1961-63, 6910th/Darmstadt | |
| LYON, Eugene C. "Gene" | CMSgt | 2010 | 202 asgn Okinawa, NSA, Karamursel, JSPC, Key West | |
| Lyons, Jerry A. | CMSgt | 2024 | Jerry enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1954. He valued this service highly and attained the rank of Chief Master Sergeant working primarily in Intelligence Operations. As part of this service, Jerry served in Yokota Air Base, Japan, Pleiku Air Base, Vietnam, Wiesbaden Air Base, Germany, and SHAPE, Belgium. He was awarded the following honors: Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with six oak leaf clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal with two loops, National Defense Service Medal with one service star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two service stars, Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon with six oak leaf clusters, NCO PME Graduate Ribbon, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. Jerry retired from the USAF in 1985 and in 1986, he continued his service for an additional 24 years in support of the Defense Intelligence Agency most notably as Management Analyst, Intelligence Directorate for the United States Transportation Command. He was awarded the Outstanding Civil Service Award in 2011. | |
| LYONS, William Craven "Tiger" | SMSgt | 2014 | 293XX - 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, GE, 6925th RSM, Philippines | |
| MAASSEN, Paul H. | SMSgt | 1997 | 29290; ETO Turkey, Taiwan, Misawa; ARDF missions in VietNam | |
| MABRY, Terry | A1C | 2016 | USAFSS - Airborne Linguist at Kadena, NSA collection specialist (Silkworth Operations Center); Medina RSOC manager | |
| MacDOUGALL, Allan | SMSgt | 2003 | AMT asgn Rhein-Main, Incirlik (late 50s/60s) | |
| Macecevic, William Anthony Jr. | Maj | 2022 | Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Tumlinson Macecevic. He is survived by his daughter Teresa Neatherlin (Robert), son William A. Macecevic III (Suzanne) and daughter Laura Andersen (Cris). He joined in 1949 and rose to the rank of Major. He was stationed in San Antonio, Korea, South Carolina, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Hawaii. After Hawaii, he returned to San Antonio to the U.S. Air Force Security Service. He retired from the Air Force on Feb. 28, 1970. | |
| MacGREGOR, Harold W. | SMSgt | 2008 | 292 asgn Hawaii/1962-65, Brindisi/66-68, Misawa/71-74, Crete/74-77 | |
| MACHADO, Leonard S. "Mac" | Maj | 2008 | 1st commander @ Rhein Main abrn ops; asgn Karamursel, Turkey | |
| MACIA, James H. Jr. | Col | 2009 | One of Doolittle's Raiders; Hq ESR/CC; USAFSS Chief of Staff/ HoH 1987 | |
| MACKAY, Leo S. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MACKEIL, William Joseph | MSgt | 2012 | AFSC 292x1, at the 6913th RSM in Bremerhaven, 6912th RSM in Bingen, Germany | |
| MACKEY, Billy J. | MSgt | 2018 | Vietnam, Thailand | |
| MACKLEY, Arthur E. | Unk | 2011 | 6913th RSM, Charlie Flight, Morse intercept operator - February 1956 - March 1959 | |
| MACKLIN, Albert O. | TSgt | 198? | Abrne & ground 207X1 Japan/Okinawa in 60's/70's | |
| MacMANUS, Robert A. "Alan" | CMSgt | 2007 | Logistics Supt/SEA asgn 6917th/San Vito, 6911th/Hahn, Clark, Teheran | |
| MACMICHAEL, Roger A. “Mac†| Unk | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-04) (Death maybe in 2008) | |
| MACMILLAN, Walter A. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MacMILLEN, James A "Peanut" | Unk | 1999 | Asgn Bremerhaven in late 50s. | |
| MACNEILL, Irving R. | MSgt | 1989 | 292x1 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| Madden, Jack Lester | 2025 | Upon enlisting, Jack was sent to the U.S. Army Language School in Monterey, CA (for foreign languages), served in the U.S. Air Force Security Service, and the U.S. Air Force Reserves. | ||
| Madden, Jack Lester | 2025 | Upon enlisting, Jack was sent to the U.S. Army Language School in Monterey, CA (for foreign languages), served in the U.S. Air Force Security Service, and the U.S. Air Force Air Reserves. | ||
| MADDEN, Joe E. "HANDS" | unk | 2014 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt - 1962-64; 6948th Goodfellow, deployed on USNS Hoyt S. Vandenberg 0 1965 | |
| MADDOX, Zane | MSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| Maddux, Donald Harry | 2021 | Mr. Maddux was a Retired Veteran of the United States Air Force with an Honorable discharge on December 31, 1979, serving overseas for over 27 years and was in the Korean War. He was a communications superintendent in the NSA for over 30 years. On November 10, 1957 he married Rob Berta Fay Broz in Montgomery City, MO, and have been married for over 63 wonderful years. According to Donald Smith, "Donald Maddux passed away at the Harry S Truman VA Hospital in Columbia, Mo. last Saturday 16 Jan 21. We both live in Montgomery City, Mo. I took him to the Misawa Reunion down in Branson, Mo. two or three years ago. I was in the 6937th in Sep 58 - Aug 59. Also in the 6960th 59-61." | ||
| MADIGAN, Robert J. | CMSgt | 1990 | Comm Elec Maint asgn Hq USAFSS (60s), Chicksands (50s) | |
| MADISON, DWAIN G. | A2C | 2009 | 292x Misawa 57- | |
| MADISON, Ernest R. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| MADOLE, William H. | Maj | 1955 | Ops Off @ Misawa 1952-55; died in B-26 crash @ Misawa | |
| MADSEN, Arthur | Unk | 2007 | Yale Chinese grad 1956 | |
| Maerten, Annegret B. | 2021 | Spouse of Charles Maerten. According to 6913th Obituaries, "After marrying her husband in 1959, and joining him on his military career and giving birth to their daughter (1959), she became a naturalized citizen in 1964. Ann proudly became fluent in the English language where she was then able to earn her GED and go on to serve in the Civil Service. Having worked at several USAF bases across the country, Ann received numerous awards, recognitions, and certificates. Ann especially loved her time working with the UV-18 aircraft." | ||
| MAGGIACOMO, Gerald"Madge" | A2C | 1958 | Russian lingust; killed Sep 2, '58 C130 shoot down over Armenia | |
| MAHAN, Bill | Unk | 2016 | Russian linguist, great wit and punster. Zweibrucken and Rhein Main. Prop Wash Gang (PWG) "Author Most Spectacular" | |
| Mahan, Lonnie A. | SSgt | 2019 | He enlisted in the USAF, serving in Vietnam. After honorable discharge, Lonnie later obtained his undergraduate and master's degree from Wayland Baptist University. He worked as an IRS Agent until retiring. According to Bill Spencer, 'He was a 293 assigned to CHARLIE FLIGHT with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1961-1963 time frame. May MUFFIN Rest-in-Peace now that he has joined his "FALLEN EAGLE" Brothers in their HEAVENLY HOME.' | |
| MAHONEY, Eugene "Jeep" | SMSgt | 1993 | Opns, SS Ol'Timer from the 1950's | |
| MAHR, Jerry A. | Unk | 2003 | CW Int Op asgn Turkey in early 50s | |
| MAILLARD, Harold E. | PFC | 2002 | Asgn Misawa 1950- | |
| MAJORS, Joel | MSgt | Unk | 169th Spanish Linguist | |
| MAJUS, Charles W. | Unk | 1994 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| MALAK, Raymond D., Jr. “Raymieâ€Â | Unk | 1996 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962- 01) (Death maybe 1998) | |
| MALKOVICH, Joel L. | Unk | 2002 | 292x, Misiawa, 1959-60 | |
| MALLWITZ, Marvin E. | Unk | 2001 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| MALONE, Dennis E. "Denny" | MSgt | 1998 | Admin; Cmd Hq Staff, Japan, Okinawa | |
| MALONE, Jim | Unk | 2005 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| MALONE, John J. | CMSgt | 1997 | Opns; SS O'Timer | |
| MALONE, Ronald F. (Speed) | unk | 2015 | 202 - Able Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1965-68 | |
| MALONEY, Martin E. "Mike" | Unk | 2001 | Army/USAFSS abrn vet left after 16 years. Distinguished career in Rochester, NY. | |
| MANBY, William H. | Maj | 2008 | Worked on cryptographic equipment | |
| MANCHESTER, John A. | A2C | 2010 | 292x, Misawa 1964-65 | |
| MANELOS, William | Col | 2003 | USAFSS Chief of Staff at retirement in 1975 | |
| Manges, Allen L. | 2023 | He served in the United States Air Force as a radio operator with the 6910 Radio Group, USAFSS, from 1959 through 1963 and was stationed in Germany for more than 3 years. | ||
| MANGUM, David A. | CMSgt | 2019 | Communications - for both USAFSS and State Dept | |
| MANKE, Wayne H. | MSgt | 2001 | USCG; 292X0: 6940, 6990, 6924, Hq PSR, 6917; ALC RAFB; Hq SAC OAFB. | |
| MANKINS, Clement O. | A2C | 1958 | Romanian lingust; killed Sep 2, '58 C130 shoot down over Armenia | |
| MANN, George N. Jr. | Sgt | 1976 | 363X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| Manning, Billy D. | CMSgt | 2022 | During the Korean war, Billy volunteered to join the United States Air Force on 24 July 1953. His assignments included the 6931st Security Group in Iraklion Crete, Greece and HQ US Air Force Security Service located in San Antonio, Texas. All Security Service bases were located overseas so Billy traveled overseas two or three times a year. He saw most of the major cities in Europe as well as the Far East and Southeast Asia. He also traveled to all fifty states. During his career, he received over twenty military awards and medals. They include Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Metal two times, Air Force Commendation Medal three times, Korean Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and many others. He retired in 1979, after over 26 years in the military. | |
| MANNING, Bruce "Archie" | MSgt | 1998 | 202XX and 202XX instr at Goodfellow AFB | |
| MANNING, Michael | GS | 1993 | Specialty Unk; 35-yr Vet mostly Cmd Hq Staff and Goodfellow | |
| MANSFIELD, Clayton T. | SSgt | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Mantell, Raymond L. | Sgt | 2025 | Passed away January 31, 2025, per a post on USAFSS Facebook site. The Facebook site indicated Raymond flew missions out of Pleiku RVN 1967 to 1968. | |
| MANWARING, Terrence (Ted) | MSgt | 2013 | 6910 Sg Gp, Darmstadt, Germany from 1967-1970. Also at Headquarters Kelly AFB from 1970-1975 | |
| MARBURGER, Charles W. | Unk | 1997 | Misawa, 1964- | |
| MARCH, Phillip J. "Phil" | SMSgt | 2010 | Abrn Maint Tech asgn 6990th/Kadena, 6949th/Offutt, Det 2 AFMC/Greenville | |
| MARCHAL, Michael "Mike" | TSgt | 2003 | Abrn 208 Vietnamese/German asgn Kadena, Offutt. Boeing/McD comm engr. | |
| MARCHANT, Guy Phipps | Unk | 1987 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07, 1959-07) | |
| MARCO, Jerry | A2C | 1964 | Frankfort. Auto accident in Frankfort. | |
| Mardis, Howard Kirk | Colonel | 2025 | He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Samford University in Homewood, Alabama, where he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Program. During his time in the Air Force, Kirk also earned a master’s degree in strategic intelligence. Kirk served our country in the United States Air Force from 1985-2009. After graduating from Intelligence Officers School in San Angelo, Texas, Kirk was assigned to Bergstrom Air Force Base in Austin, Texas for his first operational tour. He then moved on to multiple assignments including command and many leadership positions which took him around the world – from Japan to Iraq. While serving at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia as the Deputy Director for Intelligence for Headquarters Air Combat Command, Kirk deployed to Iraq on multiple occasions including a year at Multi-National Force-Iraq. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Yvette (Reynolds) Mardis of Williamsburg, VA; daughter, Haley Mardis of Arlington, VA. //Obit – Dignity Memorial// I just learned my good friend Kirk Mardis passed away last night. I've known Col (ret) Mardis since I was twenty-five and we were both assigned to the 12th Tactical Intelligence Squadron at Bergstrom AFB, TX. He was the first person I ever sponsored in the Air Force. You'd think Austin is an easy place to live, but I only managed to show him the really good bars, and he had to find an apartment on his own. He was my deputy A-2 at Air Combat Command during a particularly trying time during "the surge" in Iraq. Air Force intelligence officers and NCOs were at 1:1 dwell, meaning they spent six months deployed and six at home. Kirk somehow managed to keep all the plates spinning. I never saw him sweat, even when Minot AFB unintentionally shipped a nuclear weapon to Barksdale. Trust me, he was under pressure as ACC revamped ALL of their inspection procedures. Kirk left us much too early, but he still found the time for fun despite working up to his last day on this earth. My heart goes out to his wife, Yvette and daughter Haley. They lost their son and brother, Josh, and Kirk's father two years ago. God bless you. //James O. Poss, Maj General (ret)// Condolences and sympathies with prayers to Kirk’s family. Kirk was the epitome of a gentleman and superior Air Force officer. An Airman’s Airman. Kirk’s infectious smile and personable way of interconnecting with others was another admirable hallmark. He had an intellect and manner that could cut through knotty strategic and technical issues. I’m shocked and deeply saddened by his passing so early in life. I’m sure Jesus has taken Kirk by the hand as is leading him into the inner sanctum of heaven. Blessings Kirk. Rip //Col (ret) Gary Harvey// I am sorry to hear of Kirk’s passing. He will always be Col Mardis to me, as I worked for him at Langley AFB within the A2. He mentored me, took care of me and my fellow field grade officers, and along with Col Mike Reed, secured for me the best job I ended up having in the Air Force, He took a chance on me when others wouldn’t. For this I am eternally grateful and will sadly miss him. // Chris Lesnick// Yvette and Haley: Words don’t really suffice in moments like this. I feel like one of the brightest stars in the world just went dark. Kirk was a friend and colleague in uniform and then later at BAE. He remained a friend all these years. I still think of when Greg Brodman passed away (20 years ago!) and Kirk had to call me with that awful news and then you both graciously invited me to stay with you during those sad days. I pray God will console you and see you both through this. Please let me know if I can be of any help at all but know my thoughts and prayers are with you. //Mike Riede// | |
| MARETT, John T. "Jack" | CMSgt | 2002 | 30 years service; computer programmer, technician, leader. | |
| MARIN, Laddie | Col | 2006 | Asgn Chicksands as Ops Off, Pentagon cryptologic branch | |
| MARIN, Raul "Cheech" | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| MARINO, Vincent J. (Vince/Slick) | Unk | 2006 | USAF 1951-71, Morse Op - 41st RSM, Bremerhaven 1952-1955 | |
| MARKS, John B. | MGen | 2002 | Hall of Honor 1995; ESC/CC, DCS/I AFSC, J-2 PACOM, ACSI USAF. 35 year intel career. | |
| Marks, Richard Lynn | SMSgt | 2022 | Rich enlisted in the Air Force in 1982. He served our country dutifully for over 20 years, living in several different locations and making many lifelong friends. After he left the military, he settled in Maryland and went into a career as a government contractor. According to Conrad Caldwell, "It was my honor to spend hundreds of hours in a dark USAF aircraft with Rich, flying in many areas of the world. His conduct was professional and exemplary, serious when appropriate but good-natured almost to a fault. His quick smile and infectious laugh were shared without reservation. Even after months or even years between visits, his friendship was without gaps or pauses. He loved his country and was always ready to serve, both in uniform and after military retirement. It is my privilege to call him friend. My condolences to his family. Those who knew him share your loss and love. Be comforted knowing he had profoundly positive influence on many, many people. God bless". According to Scott Birnel, Richard Marks flew as an Airborne Mission Supervisor onboard SENIOR SCOUT. | |
| MARKS, William I. | SMSgt | 2008 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan; mission supe | |
| Marposon, Eli | 2024 | He proudly served in the United States Air Force Security Service as a Russian Linguist at posts in Tripoli, Libya; Landsberg am Lech and Bingen am Rhein, Germany; and Vienna, Austria, in the 1950s during the Cold War. At the outset of his military service, Eli attended the Air Force’s Russian language program at Syracuse University and later graduated from Syracuse University. | ||
| MARQUIS, Don | SMSgt | 1998 | TEBO @ San Vito, HQs, et al. | |
| MARR, Hollen E. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| MARROTT, Robert E. (Bob) | unk | 2015 | 292 - Baker Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1959-61 | |
| MARSHALL, Dale P. | MSgt | 2005 | Asgn England, Germany, Korea, NSA, Hq AIA as Dep Ch Spec Tech Ops | |
| MARSHALL, Felix M. | LCol | 1989 | Formed/Commanded 138th Sig Radio Intell Co (later 1st RSM) 1942; 15th RSM/CC | |
| MARSHALL, Gilly Anthony | Col | 2019 | Commander of multiple ESC, AFIC, and AIA units; 30+ year career plus civilian at NSA | |
| Marshall, Jerry Eugine | Col | 2024 | Jerry joined the U.S Air Force in 1955, commissioned through the Aviation Cadet Program receiving pilot training. His first 8 years of military service were spent on world-wide missions for the Strategic Air Command and Military Air Transport Service spending considerable time in Laos, Thailand, South Vietnam, India and Japan. A veteran of 120 combat missions over Southeast Asia as a command pilot, accumulating 800 combat hours and more than 5,000 military flying hours. He also served as an assistant professor of aerospace studies with the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps at the University of Arizona. While at UA, he was the Advisor the ROTC Angel Flight Squadron. He served 2 years as a pilot in Vietnam starting in 1968. He moved on to the Pentagon with the Defense Intelligence Agency, then to Hawaii as Director of Intelligence with CINPAC (Commander in Chief, Pacific Command), then back to the Pentagon as the Air Staff Division Chief, Headquarters USAF. He finished his Air Force career at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas as the Commander of the Air Force Electronic Warfare Center and Commander of the Air Force Cryptologic Support Center. He was highly decorated throughout his career with numerous awards. Most notable are two Legion of Merit Awards, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and Bronze Star Medal. He retired from the Air Force as a full Colonel in March of 1985. | |
| MARTENS, William R. | Unk | Unk | need more info please | |
| MARTIN, Bobby | Unk | 2009 | Supply, asgn Misawa | |
| MARTIN, Emery Gene | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| MARTIN, Hugh L. "Marty" | SMSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer; linguist; Allstate Insurance Agt then GS-Civ after retirement | |
| MARTIN, John R "Jack" | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'timer; ACRP "Wire Bender" Rhein-Main, Yokota, 15,000 flying hours, et al | |
| Martin, Marvin Charles, USAFSS 18 | 2022 | During the Korean War, he served in the United States Air Force Security Service as a radio intercept operator. | ||
| MARTIN, Paul H. | MGen | 2010 | RC-135 pilot-6985th/6949th/6990th; PACOM/J2; ESC/CV; NSA; AF/IN; ESC/CC); HoH | |
| MARTIN, Robert B. | Unk | 2000 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1970-74 | |
| MARTINDALE, Richard | LtCol | 2010 | Served with USAFSS in Japan, Korea; went on become USAF staff physician | |
| MARTINEZ, Alexander | unk | 2013 | 6912th ESG, Berlin Germany - Dawg Flight | |
| MARTINEZ, Salvador S. Jr. | Sgt | 1992 | Asgn Misawa 1974- | |
| MARVEL, Carlton G. "Mo" | TSgt | 2008 | 20351 - 1961-81, (62-63/71-76) Rus Op Baker, Thof, 2T/Marienfelde; dates N/A following assignments: Darmstadt, AK, Meade, Kelly | |
| MASIELLO, Paul D. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MASINOS, Jerome S (Jerry) | CMSgt | 2016 | 202, Hakata; Japan, Taiwan, Texas, Korea, and Okinawa. NSA Civilian Analyst; Lifetime FTVA | |
| MASLING, Stephen | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'timer who was a WWII Vet; tours Turkey, Phillipines, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| MASON, Freddie S. | Unk | 2002 | 292 Asgn Misawa/T2 1961-63 | |
| MASON, George I., Jr. | Col | 2002 | Led USAFSS efforts in Korea in '52/'53, USAFSS/DO in mid-60s, HoH member 1984, 'Hell of a leader' | |
| MASON, Jim "Thumper" | MSgt | 2017 | more info needed, please | |
| MASON, Willard L. "Will" | Capt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Bremerhaven 1959-63, then commissioning | |
| MASSEY, Gillie Jr. | A2C | 2009 | 201XX asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| MASSIE, Donald G. | Unk | 2011 | Misawa 1970-75 and 1977-81 | |
| MASSIE, Louis H. | A2C | 1985 | 293x, Misawa 1955- | |
| Mastaler, George G. | SSgt | 2024 | He enlisted in Intelligence Specialist School, Sheppard AFB, TX. He served as Airman Second Class in the Air Force Security Service. He was promoted to Staff Sergeant and served in Intelligence Operations with the 544th Reconnaissance Technical Squadron at Offutt AFB, NE, where he was librarian of the U-2 bomber photographs, serving for four years. | |
| Masters, Donnie, H. | 2021 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean war and was assigned to the U.S. Air Force Security Service in Germany for three years. He retired from the State of Tennessee as a community urban planner after 33 years of service. | ||
| MASTRONARDI, Bill "Mafwop" | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist at Rhein-Main in early '60s. | |
| MATARANGOLO, John A. | PFC | 1996 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1951- | |
| MATECKO, George | Col | 1996 | Russian Linguist; WWII B-24 pilot; Piloted AF-1 and Kremlin 1; Retired as DI-AFSS | |
| MATEJOV, Joseph A. | Sgt | 1973 | ARDF opr killed in EC-47 "BARON-52" shoot down over Laos | |
| MATEJOWSKY, Glen D. "Dale" | Unk | 2005 | Hungarian/Serb-Croatian abrn linguist asgn Landshut, Rhein-Main, Goodfellow, Kelly | |
| MATHENY, Leon "Matt" | CWO | 198? | A SS founder fm ASA; Premier Morse Code Opr (54-WPM send & receive); Brooks, et al | |
| MATHERNE, Milton A. Jr. | Sgt | 1996 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1970-74 | |
| MATHIS, ALBERT N. | A2C | 2003 | Misawa 56- | |
| MATHIS, Raphael "Ray" | Unk | 2005 | Need info please | |
| MATOWITZ, Keith Gerald | SMSgt | 2017 | Airborne Vietnam 23 year D1923vet | |
| MATRULLA, Fred | Sgt | 2018 | 29251; 1968-1971 6910th Darmstadt, Germany | |
| MATTHEWS, Barry | CMSgt | 2009 | 294/205 inducted into USAFSS HoH 2007; | |
| MATTHEWS, John L. | Maj Gen | 2013 | USANG; Adjutant General State of Utah; key in stand-up of 169th IS | |
| MATTHEWS, Sanford T. "Sandy" | Unk | 2010 | Asgn Vietnam; need addl info pls | |
| Mattingly, Ronald, G. | 2021 | Enlisting in the Air Force from high school, he was sent to Yale to learn Chinese, where he made many lifelong friends, including that of his honorary brother, Allen Alsop. Ultimately, he earned a degree in Chinese and a master’s in political science from the University of Maryland and enjoyed a long, storied career at the National Security Agency, retiring at 55 as the Deputy Director for the Training Directorate. | ||
| MATURA, Richard D. | Unk | 2005 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 61-64 | |
| Matusch, Thomas | 2024 | Tom and I were stationed at the 6933rd Electronic Security Squadron at Howard Air Force Base, Panama in the last 80’s through early 90’s. He maintained the COMFY LEVI and SENIOR SCOUT equipment. Confirmed with his wife the sad news Tom passed away surrounded by his loving family, including his wife Itzela and son Derek, after battling an illness. Many of us have very fond memories of serving with a wonderful person in Panama. An obit, once published, will be included in future edition of newsletter //CMSgt (ret) Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | ||
| MAUK, Bryant D. | Unk | 2008 | Need info pls | |
| MAUL, William | A3C | 2004 | 293x, Misawa 1958 | |
| MAXWELL, Barry S. | AlC | 1956 | SS Ol'Timer; ACRP Ling @Yokota AB;lost on ACRP msn: 9-10-56. | |
| MAXWELL, Felix M. | LCol | 1989 | 1st member/commander of 1st RSM/Feb '42; 15th RSM/CC; father of USAFSS | |
| MAXWELL, Sperry A. | unk | 2012 | 203, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1967-68 | |
| MAY, William G. | Col | 1984 | Need info please | |
| MAYBERRY, Randall F. | Unk | 2004 | 702X0 asgn Misawa 1961- | |
| MAYE, Tom Jr. | Unk | 1981 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; cook | |
| MAYER, Albert N. "Bud" | MSgt | 1998 | Misawa 1964-66 | |
| Mayer, Derrick H. | SSgt | 2021 | Derrick had a degree in Cryptology and proudly served his country for 8 years in the United States Air Force as a Staff Sergeant E5. He went on to work a civilian based job with the National Security Agency as a Printer Systems Analyst and retired in 2006. | |
| MAYER, James I. | Col | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| MAYFIELD, Richardson Brown "Dick" | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. | |
| MAYHORN, Ralph, Sr. | CMSgt | 1991 | R29291, Ops Supt; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| MAYNARD, Eugene | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Maynard, Robert Bob | 2025 | He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, 6931st Security Group. Bob married Barbara Neal, of whom he shares three children. He then married Andrea Lea (Shea) Cunningham on August 3, 1990. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Andrea Maynard; daughters, Susan (Jeff) Beaumont, Amy (John) O’Gara and Andi (Bill) Berry; stepchildren, Gary, Terri, Jerry, Barry, Sherri. //Obit – Shirley Brothers Mortuaries and Crematories// | ||
| Mays, Jerry | A1C | 2022 | A1C Jerry Mays served from Feb 1962 to Feb 1966. His AFSC was R20250 Radio Intercept Analyst Specialist. He was assigned to the 6947ESS, USAFSS, in Key West Florida. According to Greg Roman, "We lost one of the good ones this weekend. Jerry Mays and I met in Germany in 1983. I was a Lt on my fourth assignment and Jerry was the NSA rep to USAFE. We had some great times traveling, skiing, and hitting the local gasthauses. For my bachelor party he substituted water for vodka shots for everyone but me. I paid dearly for that! He retired in Arizona with his wife Judy. She unfortunately passed away a couple years ago from COVID. “Uncle” Jerry battled cancer for a number of years and never complained. He was a lifelong friend. I will miss him and his generous spirit." | |
| MAYS, Morgan L. "Mike" | SMSgt | 2003 | Asgn Zweibrucken, Darmstadt, Kelly in 50s/60s. Computer opns. | |
| MAYS, Tony | Unk | 1971 | 292 asgn T4 Misawa '68-70 | |
| MAZOR, Walter E. | Col | 2002 | Asgn Kirknewton 1960-63 as Major | |
| MAZZERELLI, Victor "Vic" | SSgt | 1966 | 202XX analyst, 6901st, killed in auto accident | |
| MAZZIE, Remo | Unk | Unk | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; orderly room clerk | |
| McADAMS, Irwin B. Jr. | Unk | 2009 | Russian linguist asgn Darmstadt, Germany | |
| McALEXANDER, KENNETH W. | SMSgt | 2001 | USAFSS for 28 years. Former Chmn SSFCU Cred Cmte. Countless volunteer hours | |
| McAllister, Judy | 2021 | She joined the USAF in 1975. As a senior airman from 1977 to 1980, she monitored and translated Russian-language transmissions during the Cold War. Her assignment included Germany and Turkey. | ||
| McALLISTER, Paul J. | Unk | 2005 | 15th RSM vet | |
| McANDREWS, Carl L. | Unk | 1996 | 291X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| MCAULIFFE, Robert A. | unk | 2013 | 771 at 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| McBANE, Albert D. | Unk | 2001 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| McBAY, H.C. | SSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's; linguist; discharged fm AFSS in 1957 | |
| MCBETH, John R. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-04) | |
| McBRIDE, Barry | MSgt | 2008 | Abrn Russian linguist; flew 130/135s; asgn England, Germany, Japan, Vietnam; USAFSS Russian linguist who flew recon missions at Eielson, Yokota, Mildenhall and Offutt from 1962-1979. | |
| McBride, John Michael | 2024 | After graduating high school in 1965, Mike joined the Air Force and served five years overseas in Japan and Vietnam. He leaves behind to grieve his passing: wife Jackie, of the home; son Wiley (Kendra) McBride of Hays, Kansas. //Obit – Ryan Mortuary// Listed as being assigned to the 6994th Security Squadron on their web site. //CMSgt (ret) Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// We have just learned the John 'Mike' McBride, 6994th Security Squadron, TSN 68/69 passed away on 4 August 2024. No other information available at this time. Mike lived in Salina, KS with his wife Jackie. Will provide further information as it becomes available. //Rick Yeh/ | ||
| McCALL, Hugh E. | Col/GS | 2001 | WWII POW. Cdr @ Trabzon, Berlin. Chief DCS Manpower/Organization & Materiel | |
| McCALL, James L. “Jim†| MSgt | 1976 | R20771; 6924SS Ramasun 75-76. | |
| McCALL, Roland W. | Sgt | 1980 | 292X1 asgn Chicksands 1968-70 | |
| MCCALL, Ronald P "Pete" | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1961-63 | |
| McCallum, Don | 2021 | Don enlisted in the Air Force at 17 and served in Japan and Germany as a radio operator / intercept, using morse code. | ||
| McCALLUM, Ewell | civ | 2014 | USAFSS Budget Director in 60's | |
| MCCANN, Robert R. | Unk | 1990 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-09) | |
| McCANN, Ronald P. "Ron" | TSgt | 2000 | served at Trabzon, Offutt, Rhein Main, Offutt & retired 1972 | |
| McCARTHY, Fred M. | Unk | 1993 | Need info please | |
| McCARVILLE, Mark R. | TSgt | 2007 | Russian & Korean linguist asgn OL2 - 6988 Scty Sq, Yokota, Kadena, Offutt 1960s-70s | |
| McClain, Terry F. | 2025 | Terry joined the Military and became a Russian linguist in the Vietnam War until receiving an honorable discharge. He attended Angelo State University upon his return home and had several jobs along the way before moving to Corpus Christi. | ||
| McCLAY, David A. | MSgt | 1987 | Need info please | |
| McCLAY, Imogene | GS | 1995 | Admin and /Sec; SS Ol'Timer | |
| McClay, John | 2021 | He was a proud member of the USAF and was stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th from 1961-1963. | ||
| MCCLELLAN, Norm | unk | 2015 | more info needed, please | |
| McCLELLAND, Gary | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| McClelland, John A. | A2C | 2025 | He enlisted in the Air Force in 1958. After a tour as a linguist at Osan, Korea, he returned to Randolph AFB at San Antonio where he was assigned to a new career field, computer programming. After discharge, he found a computer-related job with the Air Force at Randolph. He retired from a middle management position at Air Force Recruiting Service in 1991. | |
| McClelland, Robert Bruce | SSgt | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1967. He spent two years in language school studying North Vietnamese. He then was assigned to the 6990th Security Squadron, “the Silent Warriors” of the US Air Force Security Service flying missions. Having served his country in the thick of the Vietnam War, he got out in 1971 at the rank of Staff Sergeant. He returned home and completed his college studies. Bruce taught English as a Second Language, to Vietnamese refugees and to many other nonEnglish speakers. Bruce played an important role in the November 21, 1970 Son Tay Raid and was an active member of the Son Tay Raid Association. He was a great friend to the international faculty and students at Maxwell AFB, making the French-speakers feel appreciated. He faithfully attended the annual Veterans Day commemoration of the French and British World War 2 airmen who died in pilot training at Maxwell AFB, sponsored by the French and British officers at Air War College. He helped many veterans through his work with the website TogetherWeServed.com, a massive database of military records for veterans. | |
| McCLIMANS, F.A.R. | Maj | 1993 | SS Ops; rated multi-engine; was ops officer & AFSSO | |
| McCLOUD, Lewis S. | MSgt | 2000 | 202X0; asgn Misawa in 70s; 23 year career | |
| MCCLURE, Clayton C. | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07) | |
| McCLURE, Joseph G. | Unk | 1993 | 202 6918th Hakata | |
| McCONNELL, Harry N. | Unk | 1994 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| McConnell, Michael A. | Sgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF and served as a Mandarin Chinese language specialist. He joined the 6990th Security Squadron flying on high altitude reconnaissance missions on RC-135's out of Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, logging over 1000 hours in the air. During his time in the service, Mike and Patti were stationed many places both domestic and abroad. Mike was discharged as a Sergeant and received many honors including an Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster. Following information provided by John Frasca: Mike was a Mandarin Chinese classmate in Monterey, California. Then we completed training in San Angelo and several survival schools and flew together on the RC-135´s at Kadena, Okinawa. He was a kind, quiet man, a few years older than me, and always had the time to help struggling classmates with the difficulties of learning Chinese. In Monterey I remember meeting Patti as they had a small apartment off base, and we occasionally found time on weekends to spend time together as friends. It has been fifty years since we last met but Mike has always remained in my memory as a gentleman despite being dropped among a band of heathen "Zoomies." We worked hard to earn those silver wings, my friend. Air Force veterans never really die, they just fly higher. | |
| McCONNELL, Millard B. | CMSgt | 2004 | Asgn 6981st/Elmendorf, Chicksands, USAFSS for most of 29 year career | |
| McCORKLE, William C. Jr. | Unk | 2003 | Russian linguist @ Syracuse/NSA in 1966. | |
| McCormick, Bill | 2024 | He was a MiMI with assignments that include Okinawa. | ||
| MCCORMICK, Paul J. | Unk | 2010 | Misawa 1968-71 | |
| McCOWN, Carl E. | SMSgt | 2005 | Asgn Misawa 1966 | |
| MCCOY, Howard M. | Col | 1976 | Hall of Honor 1996; Operation Lusty Technical Intel collection program; Father of DTIC; Project Paperclip | |
| MCCOY, Timothy Alfred | Civ | 2011 | Computer analyst HQ USAFSS 1960's | |
| McCREERY, William R. "Bill" | Unk | 1987 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1966-69 | |
| MCCULLAGH, Charles B. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| McCULLOUGH, Walter W. | Unk | 2005 | Need info please | |
| McCurdy, Myrna Samson | 2020 | Spouse of Darrell McCurdy. Myrna grew up in the Philippines and graduated from Holy Angel College in 1968. She married Darrell McCurdy on September 22, 1977 in Honolulu, Hawaii. After Darrell retired from the USAF in 1985, they returned to San Antonio in 1987, after which Myrna worked for several years at Kelly Air Force Base and then at Walmart. Myrna retired from Walmart after ten years of service as a cashier. | ||
| MCCURTAIN, Warren D. | Unk | 2003 | 771x, SP, Misawa 1956-58 | |
| McDANIEL, Howard D. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| McDANIEL, Jack | Unk | 2002 | 207 @ Chicksands (1975-77)/Korea | |
| McDaniel, James Carroll | SMSgt | 2025 | Jim retired from the United States Air Force in 1984 at the rank of Senior Master Sergeant.//Obit – Parsell Funeral Home// I wanted to let you know my father; SMSgt James McDaniel passed away 26 Sept 25. He served in Security Services from 1960-1984. //Jim McDaniel// Jim served in Wakannai, Japan 1965-66. //USAFSS Facebook Site// | |
| McDANIEL, Thomas Robert | Unk | 2017 | COMSEC/TRANSEC legend | |
| MCDERMOTT, Hugh Robert | SSgt | 2008 | Vietnam, Korea | |
| McDONALD, Darius | MSgt | 2018 | SAC AMT, flew numerous USAFSS missions | |
| McDonald, Ralph A. | A2C | 2022 | Ralph enlisted in the US Air Force. After basic training he had schooling at March Air Force Base and then served in the USAF Security Service in Germany during the Cold War. Upon completion of his service, he began his career in data processing where it developed into the Information Technology we know today. | |
| McDONALD, Roderick C. “Rod†| TSgt | 1992 | R20270; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| McELFRESH, Pat | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MCELLIGOTT, Richard F. | Unk | 1995 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| McELROY, Russell J. "Russ" | LCol | 1989 | Ops Off @ R/M early 60s, AKA 'Great Growly One/GGO' | |
| McFARLAND, Jewell | CMSgt | 2001 | Long-time USAFSS vet. | |
| McFARLAND, Richard D. | SMSgt | 2005 | Asgn Misawa, ESR, Hq ESC (Budget) | |
| McFARREN, Don C. | Unk | 1983 | Asgn Misawa 1959-62 | |
| MCGARVEY, Patrick J. "McGoo" | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) Later CIA civilian | |
| McGEE, Arto | SSgt | 2000 | Asgn Misawa 1971- | |
| McGEE, James | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| McGHAY, Gerald "Jerry" | Unk | 2007 | 292X1 asgn 6989th/Misawa 1957-59; pitcher on Misawa Jets baseball team | |
| McGill, Archibald J. | SSgt | 2023 | Enlisting in the Air Force during the Korean War, he became a Russian linguist and crypto analyst which changed the direction of his life. | |
| McGINNIS, Francis J. | SSgt | Unk | Asgn 41st RSM in early fifties | |
| McGINNIS, Raymond L. | Unk | 1995 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| McGOVERN, Robert "Bob" | Unk | 2007 | Asgn 6913th/Bremerhaven in early 60s | |
| McGRATH, Thomas "Tom" | Unk | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Misawa T3 1965-67, England 1970-74 | |
| McGUIRT, James William III | Unk | 2019 | U-2 Project, Misawa, Peshawar, Pakistan | |
| MCHALE, Richard (Dick) | Unk | 2009 | Vietnamese Linguist - 6990 ESS, Kadena AB, Okinawa (69-71) | |
| MCHENRY, Lowery | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-11) | |
| MCHUGH, Howard J. | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| MCINTOSH, Michael | UNK | UNK | Dogger? | |
| McINTYRE, Keith | GS | 1997 | Graphic Arts; 25-yr SS Vet; internationally recognized artist | |
| McISAAC, Stephen | A1C | 2018 | 29251 Morse Op, Keesler 1961-62; Shu Lin Kou 6987th 1962-64 | |
| McKAY, Dean | Unk | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's; Brooks AFB & 2nd RSM Darmstadt, Ger | |
| MCKEE, Kenneth G. Jr. | MSgt | 2016 | USAFSS 1951-xxxx, Japn, Okinawa, Germany, Turkey, San Antonio TX, Grandview MO, Offutt AFB NE, Goodfellow AFB TX, Ft Meade MD. | |
| MCKENNEY, William L. "Bill" | CMSgt | 2016 | USAFSS - PMEL Tech - Turkey | |
| McKENZIE, Curtis W. | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Misawa T1 1964-68, excellent bowler | |
| McKenzie, James | Unk | Unk | 26th/6983 RSMs | |
| McKINNEY, Joe T. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| McKINNON, Pete | MSgt | 2011 | Florida | |
| McKinnon, William C. | SMSgt | 2025 | William enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and pursued what would become a lifelong, outstanding career protecting national security. In this time, he earned a bachelor’s degree and started a family with his beloved wife, Carolyn, who traveled around the world with William as he fulfilled his military duties. William achieved the rank of Senior Master Sergeant, which is the second-highest enlisted rank in the U.S. Air Force; he was also highly decorated in military awards and medals. He is survived by his devoted wife, Carolyn McKinnon; stepdaughter, Evonne Sue Manoes. //Obit - Titzer Family Funeral Homes// Mac and I first met in Technical Training School at Goodfellow AFB in 1972 and we cross paths several times during our military careers. Mac and Susie are dear friends and my wife Paula, and I are very sorry to hear this news. We share many fond memories of our time together in Italy, England and here in the states. Our deepest condolences to Susie and the entire family. Rest in Peace my friend you will always have a special place in my heart. //James Griffie “Griff”// | |
| McKISSICK, George F. | CMSgt | 1992 | NFI | |
| MCKONE, John R. | Col | 2013 | RB-47 crew member, 343 SRS, Offutt, former Cold War POW | |
| Mclain, Claude H. | 2021 | He proudly served his country in Vietnam, and 24 years in the US Air Force. He continued to work many years for the Department of Defense after his military retirement. | ||
| McLane, Daniel William | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in the intelligence career, including as a Korean Linguist, for 23 years, retiring in 1993. Dan was a linguist who spoke multiple languages and was an instructor at Goodfellow AFB. Following his retirement, Dan earned a bachelor's degree to continue to serve his country as a systems engineer on defense projects in Florida and Virginia. According to Dennis Buxton, "RIP Dan. Was my honor serving with you at Skivvy Nine. One of the best linguists and dart throwers." | ||
| McLAUGHLIN, John J. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| McLENEGAN, Harry Joseph | Unk | 2017 | Mandarin Chinese linguist, RB-29 Det 1, 6988th RS; Yokota, Kadena | |
| McMAHAN, Ossie Darwin | MSgt | 2017 | MIMI; 6990th, 6903rd, 25th IS; early AFSOC Direct Support Operator (DSO) | |
| McMAHON, Wallace F. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1965-67 | |
| MCMAKIN, Grover Staton | Col | 2011 | Hall of Honor 1990; Pilot in USAFSS, Chief of Pacific Security Region Flight Section, Chief, USAFSS Flight Div., CC - 6994th Scty Sqdn 1971-74, CC - 6916th Scty Sqdn, CC 6994th Security Wing, CC 6960th Spt Grp, Asst DCS/Ops, HQ USAFSS, Retired 1980 | |
| McMANUS, Larry A. | SSgt | 1991 | 6986 Scty Gp - AFSC R29252 | |
| MCMEANS, Herschel L. (Lee) | SSgt | 1982 | Misawa, 1963- | |
| MCMILLAN, Walter A. | Unk | 2009 | 1962-66, Goodfellow AFB, 6918th Hakata, Japan, | |
| McMinn, Saundra Gayle Veach | 2024 | Saundra was honorably retired from a successful career in the USAF. Following information provided by Harry Katch: Saundra and I first met at Keesler, where we were all learning Morse Code at the time and then she was my first coach/mentor at San Vito Air Station. I took over sitting her rack when I arrived. It was one of the most complicated racks we had at the time and she help "jeeped" me through it all. From there she was the catcher to our pitcher on the Able Flight Softball team - and the pitcher was my first wife, Shawn Green. The two of them were a nonstop riot at times and always had a good play at the bag. | ||
| MCMONIGLE, Carl | Unk | 1981 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| McMULLEN, William E. | CMSgt | 2004 | 292X1 asgn MIsawa; also served during WWII, Korea, Vietnam | |
| MCMURRAY, Carl D., Jr. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-07) | |
| MCNABB, Robert A. | Unk | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| McNALLY, Francis M. | Unk | 2008 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| MCNAMARA, Paul D. | A2C | 2009 | 203x, Misawa 1959-60 | |
| MCNEAL, Henry E. | A2C | 2011 | Misawa 1960 | |
| McNEIL, Clarence L. | A1C | 1969 | ARDF opr killed in Pleiku-based EC-47 shot down over Vietnam | |
| McNITT, James R. | BGen | 2003 | 6920th/Shiroi, PacSctyRgn commander 50/60s; career with ITT. | |
| McNULLA, Patrick M | Capt | 2016 | Intel Officer; Thailand and Keesler | |
| McPHAIL, Raymond E. | Lt Col | 2011 | RU Linguist - Karamursel 58-6, Zweibrucken, AFSPECOM/P4 San Antonio, - Commissioned 1963 - 6901st SCG, in Zweibrucken, Germany (1964-67) and HQS USAFSS,in San Antonio (1968-69). | |
| McPHEE, Richard S. | LtCol | 2011 | USAFSS Chaplain asgn Chicksands 1969-73, Vietnam | |
| McPHERSON, Eugene | Unk | 2009 | USAFSS vet; Russian linguist asgn Germany, England, Japan | |
| McPHILLIAMY, Clyde E. | Unk | 1998 | Asgn Misawa 1954- | |
| McQUAID, Frank H. | Unk | 1990 | Need info please | |
| MCQUIDDY, David L. Jr. | Unk | 1999 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-09) | |
| McREYNOLDS, John C. | Unk | 2005 | 292 asgn Misawa 1960-61 | |
| McSHANE, Joseph | Col | 1988 | Cdr 6960th 1961-64 | |
| McWATERS, Doyce R. | Unk | 2009 | USAFSS morse/non-morse vet Karamursel, Turkey | |
| MCWILLIAMS, Robert G. (Bob) | unk | 2015 | 292 - Charlie Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1965-67 | |
| MEADE, Patrick | MSgt | 1994 | SS Ol'Timer, 202XX, 6989th, AFSCC, et al | |
| MEADE, Robert | Unk | 2003 | Need info please | |
| MEADOWS, Kenneth (Ken) | MSgt | 2013 | 1952-1975, 292X1; Shulink'ou 1965-1966 | |
| Meagher James P. | MSgt | 2019 | According to 6913th.org, "He was stationed at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM from 1957 to 1959 and again from 1963 to 1965 on Charlie, then Delta then Easy Flights." | |
| Means, Curtis, R. | 2023 | Curtis joined the USAF in 1951. During the Korean War, he served as a high-speed Morse Code Intercept Operator with the 1st Communications Squadron at Nagasaki Air Force Base. After the war, he transferred to the 450th Communications Squadron at Foster AFB, Texas. He enlisted in the Air Force Reserves in 1955. Curtis was awarded the Korean Service Medal, U.N. Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal before being honorably discharged in 1962. | ||
| MEARS, John W. "Jack" | MSgt | 2009 | USAFSS NCO Academy inst; asgn San Vito early 70s | |
| MEASE, John H. | MSgt | 2004 | AMT w/6916th & other USAFSS units | |
| MEBANE, Chalmers W. Jr. | A1C | 2009 | 293x1 in Shiroi 1957 | |
| MEDDERS, Larry Gene | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. Taiwan | |
| MEDEIROS, Gerald H. "Jerry" | A2C | 1958 | Russian linguist killed Sep 2, 1958 ACRP C130 shoot-down | |
| MEDEIROS, Gilbert | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| MEDELLIN, Jesse M. | GS | 1997 | Art Illustraitor; SS Ol'Timer, WWII Flying Tigers, India, Burma | |
| Medford, John R. | A2C | 2023 | John served 3 years, 9 months and 11 days in the USAF; not that he was counting. After basic training, John married Zetta June Weaver. They had sixty amazing years together. USAF training took them to Syracuse University in New York, San Angelo, TX and finally survival training in Reno, NV. He then finished up his time in the Air Force at Yokota Air Force Base in Japan as a Russian linguist with the 6988th Security Squadron. During his time there, he flew in and out of Vietnam and had several TDYs, serving his country and democracy. John became a father while stationed in Japan. | |
| MEDINA, Joe L. | SMSgt | 2015 | 208XA (MK) - Homestead, Key West; One of first deployers to Panama prior to establishment of Det and Squadron at Howard | |
| MEDLIN, Arthur "Buck" | MSgt/GS | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer, Russ/Hungarian/Czech/German linguist. Asgn Turkey/Finland/Austria. | |
| Mehaffey, Robert A. | CMSgt | 2022 | Bob joined the United States Air Force in September 1949 and was so proud to serve for 27 years in the U.S. Air Force Security Service. That career spanned occupation forces duty in Germany, and during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, as well as the cold war with Russia and its allies. He was still active in the Dyess Chiefs Group after his retirement in July, 1976. According to CMSAF JoAnne Bass, "I’ve had the distinct honor of knowing Bob since 2015. As a new Command Chief at Goodfellow AFB, he reached out to introduce himself and from that moment on was always there if I needed him…as a fellow Chief, wingman, and friend. His service and sacrifice, even in retirement, has made our Air Force better. We are richer for him…and his legacy will go on in all the people he has impacted. Me being one of them. Aim high, my brother…and rest well! " According to Kathy Hill, "Mr. Mehaffey was my second Dad when we were stationed in Germany in 1972. His family adopted my husband and me as well as many other young married couples. He was a strong Godly influence in my life. Even though I haven't seen him or his family in many years, I love all of you. Lillith, that includes you". According to the "Together We Served" web site, he was a 29290 Radio Intercept Superintendent. In addition, his assignments included the 6910th Security Wing, 6921st Security Wing, 6922nd Security Wing, and 6940th Security Wing. A full list of his assignments can be found at Together We Served. He also posted a lot of his exploits in one of the CMSgt Facebook USAF Chiefs site. Very interesting reading for those that can access the Facebook Group, | |
| MEHL, Fred J. "J Fred Muggs" | MSgt | 1999 | Airborne Russian linguist @ Offutt, Upper Heyford, Rhein Main 60s/70s | |
| MEHOLIC, Daniel Sr. | A2C | 2005 | 291X0 asgn Bremerhaven comm ctr 1952-54 | |
| MEIER, Frederick C. "Fritz" | CMSgt/GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, 29290,Bremerhaven, PSR, Cmd Hq, Civ Hq PACAF | |
| MEINERT, Wayne A. | Unk | 2004 | 291X0 asgn Misawa 1970- | |
| MEISKEY, David R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MEISLER, Irving L (Larry) | Unk | 2016 | 202 6918th Hakata 1959-62 | |
| MELKENT, Charles A. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-11) | |
| MELLO, Arthur L. | TSgt | 1958 | NCOIC Abrn Maint/AMT; killed Sep 2, 1958 C130 shoot down over Armenia | |
| MELLO, James "Jim" | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| MELLOTT, Lester R., Jr "Les" | Col | 1998 | SS Ol'timer; AFSS DO, CS, CV; Wing Cmdr Misawa, et al | |
| MELTON, Donald | SSgt | Unk | 3rd RSM | |
| MELTON, Jack D. | SMSgt | 2008 | Radio operator asgn Chicksands 1950-53, 1959-62, 1965-68 | |
| MELTON, Todd M. | SSgt | 1973 | ARDF operator killed in EC-47 "BARON-52" shot down over Laos | |
| MENDICK, Milton M. | A1C | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) Taiwan. | |
| MENEELY, Max | CMSgt | 2017 | U202; 202B; 209; 1N6; Pakistan, Vietnam, Germany, Okinawa, Korea, & Texas; 6924th, 6990th, 6906th, & 6903rd. COMSEC Legend | |
| MENTZER, Raymond "Red" | Unk | 2009 | Asgn 2nd RSM, 85th RSM, 6914th RSM 1953-56 | |
| MERCADO, Melvyn L. | A1C | 1991 | 292x Misawa 1960 | |
| MERCER, Walter J. | Unk | 2004 | Outstanding ELINTer asgn 6912th/Berlin, Wakanai | |
| MERCK, Charles | Unk | 2017 | 6918th 202XX | |
| MEREDETH, Don | MSgt | 2008 | Morse op asgn Pakistan, AF Academy, et al | |
| MEREDITH, Gary T. | Unk | 2006 | 293 asgn Misawa 1953- | |
| MERILL, James I. "Jim" | TSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, authored book abt 2nd RSM, "Heroes and Other Enlisted Men". | |
| MERIT, John R. | SSgt | 2009 | 292x Misawa 1958 | |
| MERRELL, J. W. | MSgt | 2007 | Russian & Vietnamese linguist asgn 6924th/Danang, 6990th/Kadena (1952-1979) | |
| MERRILL, Harvey P. "Harv" | MSgt | 1988 | SS linguist/ACRP @ Kadena, Cmd Hq; et al. Heart attack. | |
| MERRITT, Harrision E. | TSgt | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 1963-64 | |
| MERSON, Francis Edward (Frank) | MSgt | 2014 | need more info please | |
| MERZ, Alexander | Col | 2019 | 93 IS and 70 ISRW/CC; AFSOC ISR Director through 2018; Active duty Special Programs OUSD when deceased | |
| Meskill, Cora E. | 2023 | Cora spent most of her professional career teaching both in the Department of Defense schools abroad in Germany and Japan as well as locally within the San Antonio School District. Cora further excelled in a civil service career as a technical librarian within the Air Force Security Service, and was the first woman to receive the Distinguished Civilian Service | ||
| MESSER, Clawson L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MESSERSMITH, Nicholas "Nic" | MSgt | 2004 | Russian 208 asgn Berlin, Turkey, NSA, Goodfellow. No finer friend. | |
| MESSICK, GARLAND L. | A2C | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 400x 64- | |
| METTS, Earl Allen | UNK | 2011 | ||
| Metz, Charles | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF and was selected to attend the Air Force East European Language School, which at the time was located at Syracuse University. He was then sent to Goodfellow Air Force Base to learn radio intercept operations. Charles served his country in Turkey as a Russian linguist. | ||
| MEYER, Clare Stephen "Steve" | Unk | 2018 | USAFSS A292/A207 who flew recon missions on EC-47's in Vietnam. Sep'64 - Sept '65 6984th SS, Shemya AFS, Alaska, Sep'65 - Jun '66 HQ/USAFSS/OPD, Sep'66 - Sep '67 6994th SS, Tan Son Nhut AFB, RVN | |
| MEYERS, Fred "Mertz" | Unk | 1972 | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| Meyers, James Edwards | 2025 | Affectionately known as Jim, Jimbo, or Jimmy, served his country with honor as a Security Specialist in the U.S. Air Force, assigned to the 6960th Security Policy Squadron (ESC). He is survived by his devoted wife of 39 years, Katrina A. Meyers. He is also survived by his father, Thomas P. Meyers. //Obit – Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary// | ||
| MEZRITZ, Paul | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-04) | |
| MICALE, Peter N. | Col | 2018 | Vietnam, Keesler & Goodfellow; 3480 TTG/CC | |
| MICHAEL, Paul | Unk | 1988 | SS Ol'Timer, very early member 2nd RSM, Darmstadt, Ger. | |
| MICHAUD, Donald J. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| MICHELE, Mike | SSgt | Unk | 202 assigned Okinawa 69-71, Brooks 71. | |
| MICKLE, Carl | Sgt | 1997 | Analyst, Aircrew, Security Hill - 70-72, Det 3, 6994th Thailand | |
| Mier, Salvador A. | 2022 | After graduating High School in 1959, Sal enlisted in the USAF. During his tour of duty, a proud accomplishment was his position in USAF Security Service as a Morse Code Operator - or as we knew it - a "Ditty-Bopper." We heard countless stories of his time in Trabzon, Turkey where it was their job to intercept Russian transmissions. He remained friends with many in his squadron and communicated with them on a regular basis. When it was time to get home to the States, his commander said "Sal, you are going back to Texas." Excitedly, Sal thought San Antonio. However, he got orders to Amarillo, Tx. Not exactly close to San Antonio, but it was meant to be, as he was soon to meet his "Gracie." | ||
| MIGAS, Andrew J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MIGATULSKI, Gerald C. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Mihelcic, Henry “Hank” | Lt Col | 2020 | Henry retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after a total of 25 years of service in the USAF. He was a veteran of the Korean War, Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam conflict. He enlisted in the USAF and served as a Morse code radio intercept operator during the Korean War. In 1955 he entered the Aviation Cadet program and in 1957 was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Regular Air Force. Most of his subsequent service was as a Navigator/bombardier in B-36 and B-52 aircraft of the Strategic Air Command. Misawa pioneer 1950; Chinese linguist, became SAC officer, bombing navigator; Korean War, Vietnam, and Cuban Missile Crisis vet. | |
| MILAM, Billy B. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| MILBURN, Dale F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Miles, Thomas D. | 2022 | Tom was a Vietnam veteran serving in Air Force Intelligence (USAFSS), stationed at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska. | ||
| Millar, Russell A., TSgt (ret), USAFSS 19 | TSgt | 2022 | He served honorably during the Vietnam Crisis and served twenty-three years until his retirement from active duty on February 1, 1977, at the rank of TSGT. During his tenure with the Air Force, he served with the 6940 Tech Training Group at Goodfellow Air Force Base, was proficient in Foreign Science and Technical publications and operated sensitive and complex equipment while flying with the PACAF, AAC and USAFE. His accomplishments included successfully mastering the Romanian Language. Russell relocated to San Angelo after his retirement from the armed forces to work for the United States Postal Service. He would retire for a second time on June 22, 1990. | |
| Miller David E. | Sgt | 2025 | David enlisted in the Air Force in May 1965. He served in Okinawa, attained the rank of Sgt. and was transferred to Vietnam in 1968. There he served as an aircrew member on the C47 "Goonie Bird" planes as a Radio Intercept Operator. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross in 1969 after his excellent reconnaissance effort during a mission. After 125 missions in Vietnam, he left the service and returned home to Louisiana. David married Carolyn Outzs in 1971. They moved to Texas and soon had 2 children, David Scott and Jenny Sue. Carolyn passed from this life in April 2006 which was a devastating loss to his family. But God saw fit to bring Paula Carl Cowee into David's life, and they married in Jasper, TX. //Obit - Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Home// David “Moose” Miller served in the 6994th at Det 2, Pleiku, Vietnam. //USAFSS Facebook Site// | |
| MILLER, Alan A. | MSgt | 2010 | 202 asgn Goodfellow, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MILLER, Anthony W. | TSgt | 1987 | Det 1 6994 Scty Sq - AFSC 30173 | |
| MILLER, Ben | Unk | 2009 | Asgn 6985th/6914th | |
| MILLER, Billy G. | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer fm 50's, Brooks AFB, Shemya, Turkey, Alaska, Thailand, NSA, et al | |
| MILLER, Caroll W. | CMSgt | 1995 | Opns; SS Ol'Timer; 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, died in Lampong, Thailand | |
| MILLER, Charles | Lt Col | 2015 | more info please | |
| MILLER, Charles M. | CW4/GS | 2009 | Asgn USAFSS; original move fm Arlington Hall to Brooks | |
| MILLER, Charles M. Jr. "Catfish" | Unk | 2010 | Asgn Germany, Greece, Japan, MA, TX | |
| MILLER, George W. III | MSgt | 2010 | 292X2 asgn San Vito, Italy; NSA | |
| MILLER, Gregory | LtCol | 2002 | Asgd as enlisted @ 6978th/NSA. Intell Off w/Texas ANG. AF Liaison Off in Prague CZ | |
| MILLER, Henry | MSgt | 2018 | Morse and Comm Systems technician; US, Indo-China, and Vietnam | |
| Miller, James M. | SMSgt | 2023 | Jim served in the United States Air Force from 1970 to 1990, and was stationed in Texas, Japan, Alaska, and Nebraska. Following information provided by Bill Francis: Jim served as a 20771 Morse Systems Operator. His first assignment out of tech school was the 6993rd Security Squadron (SS), Medina Annex, Lackland AFB. He performed aircrew duties at the subsequent assignments of the 6990th SS, 6985th SS, and 6949th SS. Upon his arrival at the 6990th, Jim also quickly earned the nickname “squirrel.” Those who knew Jim can verify the appropriateness of the well-earned title that followed him throughout his Air Force career. Following information provided by David and Trudy Dodson: Flew with the Squirrel at Eielson and at Omaha. He officiated at my final retirement and presented the MSM, that was in 1986, June as I recall. Remember he entertained the whole crew at times. God Keep you, Jim. | |
| MILLER, James Ross | unk | 2014 | 6921st SSG, Kelly AFB TX, Also Germany, Greece, Misawa and Goodfellow AFB | |
| Miller, John Michael “Mike” | CMSgt | 2020 | Mike retired from the USAF as a Chief Master Sergeant after serving over 27 years. He then worked for the USAF Civil Service for over 17 more years. After retirement, he enjoyed reminiscing with former military friends from Misawa, Japan. He also enjoyed talking WWII history with the son of a former soldier who served with his father. According to Carol Farr, "On behalf of the 6918th RSM/SS family. Rest in Peace Brother." According to Bill Spencer, "Mike was a 202 assigned to the Daze Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1969-1972 time frame. As you know, the 6918th RSM/SS was deactivated in June 1972. At that time, Mike along with many of his 6918th RSM/SS Brothers were sent to the 6921st SG at Misawa." According to Dennis Rassmussen, "We served at 6918SS Hakata Japan." | |
| MILLER, John W. | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, 202XX analyst/exploitation Europe, Cmd Hq, AFSCC, et al | |
| MILLER, Kyle D. | MSgt/GS | 1996 | SS in '50's; ESR, AFSCC, NSA | |
| MILLER, Matthew | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| MILLER, Michael G. | Col/Dr. | 2017 | JIOWC, national assignments | |
| MILLER, Randolph A. | SES | 2018 | NSA Senior Executive | |
| MILLER, Randy | Maj | 2002 | USAFSS/ESC; Flt Cmdr in Berlin, Chicksands, Elmendorf | |
| MILLER, Richard | SSgt | 1966 | SS A203x1 Yokata AB;killed on TDY @ Baltimore on Burning Pipe platform tests.. | |
| Miller, Richard E. | 2020 | According to Bill Spencer, "Richard E. Miller was a 292 assigned to Dawg Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1966 to 1968-time frame." According to Robert Fuerstanau, "Dickie was already on Dawg Flight when I got there but he was always kind to the Jeep that had so many questions that other Dawgs sometimes became short. He loved his golf. If you were trying to find him the golf course was always a good bet. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time." According to Carol Farr, "On behalf of the 6918th Brotherhood Rest in Peace Dickie." | ||
| MILLER, Roger G. | unk | 2014 | 202 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Dawg Flt - 1970-71 | |
| MILLER, Ronald E. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-07) 6987th, Taiwan. | |
| Miller, Ronald L. | 2023 | He joined the USAF in June 1968, where he served as a Russian linguist, instructor, and analyst until he retired in August 1988. | ||
| MILLER, Rush F. | A1C | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer ; 292XX, Brooks; 41st RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger. 1953-56, "Dog Trick" | |
| MILLER, Thermon | MSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer; 1st Sgt; 6901st, Zweibruken, Ger, et al | |
| MILLER, William F. "Bill" | SMSgt | 1997 | 202XX; AFSCC, Japan, Okinawa, Shimea, NSA, Misawa 1970-71 | |
| MILLETT, Richard C. "Dick" | Unk | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM, Korea | |
| MILLICAN, Willie | SMSgt | 1994 | Need info please | |
| Milliner, Carl Alva | CMSgt | 2025 | Carl proudly served 27 years in the United States military, the first 3 years in the U.S. Army and 24 years in the U.S. Air Force. After this commendable military career, he continued to serve his country as a civilian at the National Security Agency for another decade. Carl’s legacy is inseparably intertwined with that of his devoted wife of 68 years, Hilda Ann Nicholson. He is survived by his daughter, Christie Hunter. //Obit – Singleton Funeral and Cremation Services// Wanted to pass on about the passing of Carl last week. Carl was a great friend for 50 years and was always there to help anyone who needed it. //Logan Barnhart// I knew Carl from Okinawa in 1977 1978. I was the senior Army person in the Joint USAF/USA Section at that time. Saw him later in the commissary on Fort Meade in the 1980s 1990s. Great Guy. //Marvi Naymoick, SGM, US Army Retired// | |
| MILLS, Franklyn N | TSgt | 2003 | R30474: Danang, Karamursel, USAF Det, Ft. Hood, TX, Misawa, Goodfellow | |
| MILLS, Gary | SMSgt | 1996 | Opns; Cmd Hq, Mildenhall in mid 70's; premier gunner | |
| MILLS, James F. (Jim) | MSgt | 2013 | Det 1, 6924th RSM, 1955-57 - 26 total years in Air Force | |
| MILLS, Lloyd C. | Unk | 2001 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| Millsap, Charles Douglas | 2025 | Doug spent his early years in Gatesville before living in Waco and Temple. He actively participated in the Brotherhood of Vietnam Veterans of America and American Legion Post 133. He is listed in the 6994th “Our Losses” website. https://6994th.com/our-losses | ||
| MILTENBERGER, Kenneth Terry | CIV | 2019 | Civilian testing, engineering, and intelligence, Kelly AFB, TX | |
| MIMS, Sam | CMSgt | 1990 | HoH inductee 1987 | |
| MINCHEW, Walter Joseph, Jr. | unk | 2014 | Charlie Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata - 1970-72 | |
| MINEGHINO, Gennaro V. | A1C | 2004 | 363x Misawa 1958 | |
| Mini, John Vincent | A2C | 2025 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force as an Airman Second Class in 1957, serving in the Air Force Security Service and Intercept Radio Services. He was stationed on the Greek island of Crete, where he worked in the Crypto Lab Research division. In 1959, John married the love of his life, Linda (Keefe), and they settled in Weymouth, Massachusetts. He worked for the United States Post Office and the Naval Shipyard, where he contributed to the restoration of the historic USS Constitution. | |
| MINICHINO, John | Unk | 2018 | Russian linguist, 6916th Rhein-Mein, 1967-69 | |
| MINIER, Robert C. | A1C | 1998 | Asgn 6960th Spt Gp | |
| Minihan, Kenneth Allen | Lt Gen | 2025 | A Texas-born son of a World War II bomber pilot and longtime Florida resident who rose to lead both the Defense Intelligence Agency and the National Security Agency and later helped build America's modern cyber capabilities from the private sector. Born in Pampa, TX, on December 31, 1943, Ken was the oldest of four boys in a military family. His father, Colonel Charles "Chuck" Minihan, flew B-26 bombers in World War II, and the family moved from base to base across the country before settling for a time in Fort Walton Beach, FL. There, at Choctawhatchee High School, Ken was Key Club president, excelled on the football field as an all-conference team captain, and became an expert water-skier known for skill, athleticism, and confidence. He continued that momentum at Florida State University. He studied political science, joined Phi Kappa Psi, and was elected president of his fraternity and president of the Interfraternity Council. In Air Force ROTC he rose to Cadet Colonel and Wing Commander, graduating as a Distinguished Graduate, then commissioning as an Air Force intelligence officer in 1966. His first major assignments took him to Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. As an intelligence officer supporting air operations, he saw firsthand the cost of conflict, the speed at which commanders needed information, and the extraordinary impact intelligence could have when it was operationalized correctly. Those experiences ignited a lifetime devoted to intelligence, emerging technology, and national defense. Over the next three decades, General Minihan served in and then led some of the nation's most pivotal intelligence organizations. His assignments included senior positions at Tactical Air Command, the Electronic Security Command, the Air Force Intelligence Command, and the Air Intelligence Agency. He also served in key leadership roles at the Pentagon and ultimately became the Air Force's Assistant Chief of Staff for Intelligence. In 1995 he was appointed Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency during the tense Balkans era marked by NATO operations, Dayton negotiations, and evolving intelligence demands. DIA credits him with strengthening analytic rigor, expanding global collection networks, and sharpening intelligence support during rapidly unfolding events. In 1996 he became the 14th Director of the National Security Agency and Chief of the Central Security Service. At NSA he worked to modernize an institution built for the Cold War, pushing it decisively into the digital era. He emphasized real-time collaboration across cryptologic, signals intelligence, and emerging cyber missions. He was among the first to understand and publicly warn that computer network intrusions and digital terrorism were not distant possibilities but immediate national risks and coined the phrase "Electronic Pearl Harbor." Many of the changes he championed during his tenure became foundational to the nation's modern cyber enterprise. Throughout his career and after, General Minihan received some of the nation's highest honors. He was awarded the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, and the National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal. His contributions were recognized with induction into the NSA Cryptologic Hall of Honor and the National Cyber Security Hall of Fame. He was twice named among Washington's most influential national security leaders in National Journal's Washington 100 and was featured in George Magazine's Power 50 for his impact on intelligence and cyber policy. He was also extremely proud to be honored by Florida State University as a Grads Made Good selectee, a distinction recognizing alumni, faculty, and staff who have secured their place in the university's history by pushing boundaries and redefining standards in their fields. His most prized professional possession was the Order of the Sword. He was honored by enlisted Airmen with the United States Air Force Order of the Sword, the highest tribute they can bestow upon a leader. Within Air Force intelligence circles he was widely recognized as a transformational commander whose leadership helped define the evolution of modern Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance and the integration of cyber operations. After retiring in 1999, he continued serving the nation from the private sector as a Managing Director at Paladin Capital Group, where he helped identify, develop, and resource next-generation technologies critical to America's intelligence, cyber, and national security infrastructure. Paladin credited him with shaping the firm and a generation of national security innovators through his strategic vision, mentorship, and patriotism, and awarded him the inaugural Beacon of Light recognition in 2023. Ken was also an avid boater and loved every minute on the water. He was a member of the Annapolis Yacht Club and the St. Petersburg Yacht Club, finding joy as first mate to his boat captain and bride, Barb. He was a devoted Florida State Seminoles football fan and a passionate supporter of the Washington Redskins, cheering both teams with unwavering loyalty. Later in life, decades after Vietnam, his exposure to Agent Orange revealed itself in the form of Parkinson's Disease, a war wound that had remained hidden for years. He bore the disease with steadiness and resolve. He never complained and never surrendered to the struggle. For all of his achievements, Ken Minihan measured his life most deeply through family. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara, and by his three children and their spouses who loved him dearly: Mike and Ashley, Tom and Ginny, and Katie and Trevor. His eight grandchildren, Adair, Mikey, Brianna, Kyle, Marley, Morgan, Keegan, and Tyler, were his greatest joy. He is also survived by his brothers Tim and his wife, Cynthia, Steve and his wife, Sue, and Chick and his partner, Nancy, all of whom shared a lifetime of loyalty, laughter, and family unity. In his final hours he held on until his wife, his children, and a granddaughter could be at his side. When the timing was perfect, he let go like the gentleman he was, with grace, dignity, and strength. He leaves behind a legacy of strong national defense, forward-leaning leadership in intelligence and cyber, and devotion to a family who loved him deeply and were loved deeply in return. He was loyal to his craft, his President, and his country, and he lived that loyalty every day of his life. General Minihan will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery, laid to rest beside his parents, Colonel Chuck and Shirley Minihan, and his grandfather, Brigadier General P. K. Smith. //Obit – Tampa Bay Times// Lt Gen Minihan’s bio can be found at https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/106229/lieutenant-general-kenneth-a-minihan/ Highlighted assignments: Commander, Air Force Intelligence Command and director, Joint Electronic Warfare Center, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas Commander, Air Intelligence Agency and director, Joint Command and Control Warfare Center, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas Assistant chief of staff, intelligence, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. Director, Defense Intelligence Agency, Washington, D.C. Director, National Security Agency and Central Security Service, Fort George G. Meade, Md.//Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// Lieutenant General Kenneth A. Minihan, a former commander of AFIC and AIA and former director of the National Security Agency and the Defense Intelligence Agency, passed away, leaving a significant legacy in military intelligence and national security. He was known for his strategic vision and mentorship, impacting many during his over three decades of service. //Roy Burnett, FTVA Member Support message to FTVA Members// I was saddened to hear of the passing of Lieutenant General Ken Minihan. I worked directly for Ken in 1982 on the DIRNSA Staff when he was Chief of Q12 as a Lieutenant Colonel. He was the finest of men and the greatest of Commissioned Officers, leaders, and mentors. His rapid rise from O-5 to O-9 represented and demonstrated the unlimited capabilities and potential that he possessed and through his strategic vision, he served in positions of leadership in which he was so remarkably successful over his three decades of service to the United States Air Force and the United States of America. //Joseph F. Mayer, Major, USAF Ret.// In 2023, Paladin honored Lt. General Minihan with our inaugural Beacon of Light recognition – a tribute that captured his role as a source of inspiration, guidance, and hope. Ken was a beacon in the truest sense, illuminating a path forward that honored both mission and values. His passing leaves an immeasurable void, but his influence endures in the culture he helped build here at Paladin, the people he mentored, and the mission he championed. Our firm, and indeed our nation, stands as testament to his vision and his service. He will be carried forward with the work he inspired and the lives he touched. //Michael Steed and Mark Maloney// Another great one. He had vision, got folks engaged, and left them to get it done. We desperately need his ilk today. //A.J. Harrison// Very sorry to hear this. I was fortunate to work for Lt Gen Minoan on the Air Staff. He was a strong, people always leader who made a huge impact on the USAF and the IC. Condolences to his family and friends. //Al Dowling// “The enduring security of our Nation would not be possible without the foundation set by those who came before us. Lt Gen Kenneth Minihan was a cornerstone of that foundation,” LTG Hartman, Acting Commander, USCYBERCOM, performing the duties of the Director, NSA/Chief, CSS. https://www.nsa.gov/Press-Room/News Highlights/Article/Article/4338284/nsa-mourns-the-loss-of-former-director-lt gen-kenneth-minihan/ “After the Air Force, Ken continued to serve. His passion for defending the nation endured as he fueled American innovation and industry, investing in and guiding companies that strengthened America’s cyber, intelligence, and national security foundations. His life’s mission never changed: to keep the nation safe, strong, and ready. He was a distinguished member of the Phoenix Society.” https://www.afio.com/obituaries/2025/11/14/ken minihan-former-nsa-director/ “Minihan is remembered as a vocal champion of DIA’s mission and supportive of our global workforce. The Defense Intel Alumni Association honored him in a social media post saying he always followed his life’s mission: to keep the nation safe, strong and ready.” https://www.dia.mil/News-Features/Articles/Article View/Article/4336868/dia-mourns-the-loss-of-former-dia-director-lieutenant-general-kenneth-a-minihan/ | |
| Mintel, Joseph W. | 2023 | He was an Air Force veteran and proudly served his country as a Morse Intercept Operator during the Vietnam War era in Brindisi, Italy, and Taiwan. Joe had been an Electro-Mechanical Technician for RICOH (formerly IKON) for over a decade before retiring in 2011. Assignments included Shu Linkou Air Station in Taiwan 1972-1974. | ||
| MIRABITO, Michael "Mike" | Unk | 1984 | Asgn 6990th/Kadena | |
| MIRT, Kerry L. | unk | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MISHKOFSKI, Joseph Adam Jr. | Sgt | 2014 | 2nd RSM, Darmstadt - Served in ASA before moving into USAFSS - Berlin, Thule and particpated in Berlin Airlift | |
| MITCHELL, Joseph K. | Unk | 1999 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Mitchell, Kenneth Eugene | Sgt | 2025 | He was a Vietnam veteran where he served in the United States Air Force security service. During his time in the Air Force, he logged more than 2,000 hours in the air while on surveillance missions. | |
| MITCHELL, Roger | CMSgt/GS | 1984 | W201 @ Cheltenham & NSA | |
| MITCHELL, Thomas | MSgt | 1993 | Communicator; SEA, Augsburg JOCC, Cmd Hq Staff | |
| MITCHELL, Voy J. | MSgt | 2018 | 202X0 USAFSS; Japan, Germany, England, and PI | |
| MITCHEM, Whitman Jr. | TSgt | 1974 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 1963-65, Korea and Vietnam | |
| MOCK, Larry D. | SFC | 2008 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| MOECKEL, Shirley H. | TSgt | 2017 | 29th RSM | |
| MOELLER, Arno "Flip" | MSgt/GS | 1995 | Opns, Cmd Hq, Alaska, England; GS/Civ on Cmd Staff | |
| MOFIELD, Charlie R. | Unk | 2006 | 702 asgn Misawa 1955- | |
| MOHLER, Jerry W. (Traveler) | Unk | 1984 | Russian - 6913th RSM Bremerhaven, GE | |
| MOHR, Jerry | Unk | 2005 | Asgn 690th IOG/Computer Systems Squadron Engineering Flight | |
| MOLDENHAUER, Neil W. | Unk | 2017 | Early USAFSS, Japan and Korea | |
| MOLDER, Robert Leroy | Unk | 2017 | Career Key West, Chicksands, DaNang, Kelly AFB, Ft Meade | |
| MOLESTADT, Robert A. | MSgt | 1992 | 202XX Analyst PSR, Japan, Vietnam, Phillipines, et al | |
| MOLL, Raymond C. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| MOLLENAUER, Henry "Hank" | TSgt | 2004 | 205X0 who flew on RJ out of Mildenhall; Compass Call; wife Marcie cryppie SCP-5; ESC airborne intercept operator (Special Signals Operator) who flew recon missions with the 6954th ESS (aka 6988th ESS) from 1979-82. 1979 - 1982 6988 ESS (originally 6954 ESS), 1982 Fort Meade training for Ladylove, 1982 - 1984 LadyLove - Misawa AB Japan - Charlie flight, 1984 - 1987 41 ECS - Compass Call - Davis Monthan AFB, AZ, 1987 - 1994 Discharged from AF; Systems Analyst for General Dynamics (originally GTE Government Systems), Mountain View, CA. | |
| MOLLICK, John J. | SSgt | 2006 | Korean linguist served P-Y-Do and flew C-47 Blue Sky at Kimpo; also asgn NSA; Chinese linguist IFEL 1955-10 | |
| MOLLOY, Edward M. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; cook | |
| MOMOT, Stephen J. | Unk | 1992 | USAFSS - 1960-65, Morse Op - Peshawar (60-61), 6927th RSM, Onna Point, 6913th Sec Grp, Bremerhaven 64-65 | |
| MONAHAN, Eugene R. "Gene" | A1C | 2001 | 6910 Darmstadt, Landsberg, Ger, et al | |
| Monahan, Joseph Francis | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF where he completed the Intensive Language Training program at the University of Indiana Bloomington, where he developed a fluency in Mandarin Chinese. He honorably and proudly served as a voice interception specialist and translator on reconnaissance missions during the Vietnam War. | ||
| MONDELL, Robert "Bob" | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Darmstadt/USAFSS 2nd RSM vet | |
| MONGEON, Bert H. | Maj | 2009 | Asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| MONROE, Gerry | Unk | 2017 | Intel Analyst; Misawa, Chicksands, Offutt, Menwith Hill | |
| MONROE, Robert F. "Bob" | Sgt | 2002 | USAFSS Vet, Chicksands | |
| MONSON, Ron | MSgt | 2005 | 292X1 Morse op asgn Chicksands, Ft Meade, Osan, Kelly | |
| Montague, George B. | TSgt | 2022 | George’s AFSC was R29271 Morse Intercept Supervisor. According to Larry Tart, "He enlisted in the USAF in 1949. He then spent the next 22 years in service to his country until retiring as Technical Sergeant in June of 1971. George was a proud member of the 6994th Security Squadron. This squadron is the most highly decorated squadron in the history of the current 16th Air Force – responsible for information warfare – and all its predecessor organizations. As a part of this squadron, George executed multiple tours of duty during the Vietnam War. For his outstanding service, Technical Sergeant Montague received several decorations and honors including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Medal, and the Air Force Commendation Medal. Upon retirement from the Air Force, George moved to Sydney, Australia and became a successful personal computer retailer. George Montague was a “Class Act,” whom few PWGers had the honor of getting to know well — he was indeed a USAFSS pioneer, having served as a Morse intercept operator in the 10th RSM @ RAF Chicksands, England (1951-53), and the 37th RSM, RAF Kirknewton, Scotland (1953-56). During a break in service (1956-58), he and another New England USAFSS veteran, Robert “Frenchy” Demers , who had served with George in Scotland, palled around together in the Boston area. In 1958, both re-enlisted for USAFSS assignments. Commencing in 1966, George served four back-to-back 12-month tours (1966-1970), flying ARDF EC-47 missions with the 6924th RSM/Da Nang and the 6994th SS/Tan Son Nhut, Vietnam. At the end of each tour, George spent a 30-day leave in Sydney, Australia. In turn, he moved permanently to Sydney in 1971 after retiring from the Air Force. After some 4 decades “down under,” George sold his computer sales franchise & his home in Sydney, and relocated to New Hampshire, near one of his brothers. George joined the Prop Wash Gang while still living in Australia, and we remained in touch on the PWG forum. In 2011, he and I rendezvoused in Syracuse, NY, and drove George’s new Honda to Neenah, Wisconsin, for our annual PWG reunion. Three years later (2014), we drove George’s latest car — a new Lincoln — to our PWG reunion in Omaha, Nebraska. We had lots of time to chat during those trips and became close friends. RIP, Brother!!!" | |
| MONTECINO, Allen J. | Col | 2018 | Enlisted and commissioned; Pilot w/numerous SE Asia missions and squadron CC at Athens and Hahn; ESC Wing CC at Ft Meade | |
| MONTERA, Peter P. | SSgt | 2019 | more info please | |
| MONTGOMERY, Huey | Unk | Unk | 3rd RSM (survived plane crash in Alaska) | |
| MONTGOMERY, Orville R. | AlC | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB, Bremerhaven, Ger, et al | |
| MONTOYA, Teodocio "Ted" | MSgt | 1993 | Spanish linguist and flyer; speaker of many languages | |
| Moon, Larry D. | 2021 | Larry served with the U.S. Air Force at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM on "D" Flight as a Morse Intercept Operator from 1959-1962 | ||
| MOONEY, Tim | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MOORE, Alfred T. Jr. "Tom" | MSgt | 2010 | 202X0 asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| MOORE, Donald L. | BGen | 1987 | Formerly 6917/San Vito Commander; 7AF/DO-Tan Son Nhut, Vietnam | |
| MOORE, Earl | unk | 2014 | Romanian Linguist, 6911th, Darmstadt, Rhine-Main | |
| MOORE, Eileen | Capt | 1988 | Began career as enlisted 207X1 @ Chicksands (1974). Left USAFSS after commission | |
| MOORE, Howard M. | LCol | 1986 | SS Ol'Timer in Operations | |
| MOORE, Jack | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Japan, Germany, Taiwan, Pakistan | |
| MOORE, James E. | SSgt | 1986 | European Theater | |
| MOORE, John | TSgt | 1987 | Abrn 205/ELINTer asgn Hof, Thailand, Athen, Ft Meade | |
| MOORE, John Earl | Unk | 2017 | Morse op and photo cartographic analyst, Berlin 1969 | |
| Moore, Kenneth M. | 2021 | Ken was devoted to his family and was married to his best friend, Kathleen, for thirty years. They met at James Madison University where he finished his undergraduate education following a four-year enlistment as a Russian Linguist in the US Air Force. He was stationed in Germany and that sparked an interest in learning other languages and cultures. | ||
| MOORE, Louise Mead | GS | 1994 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's; Cmd Hq Operations Staff/P&P | |
| MOORE, Nathaniel "Nate" | SMSgt | 2002 | Abrn maint tech @ Offutt, Athens, Rhein-Main | |
| MOORE, Richard R. "Dick" | Unk | 2006 | Russian linguist asgn Tokyo during Korean war, Misawa 1959 | |
| MOORE, Robert H. | A2C | 1958 | Bulgarina linguist killed in Sep 2, 1958 shoot down of C130, # 60528 | |
| MOORE, Roland W. | TSgt | 1988 | 6924SS Ramasun 71-72. | |
| Moore, Thomas Eugene | 2025 | He joined the United States Air Force in 1960 and served in the USAF Security Service on the island of Crete. His last assignment was in Ellisville, MS. Upon his honorable discharge in1964, he returned home and joined the Memphis Police Department. | ||
| MOORE, Wilbur C. (wib) | Unk | 1992 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| MOORE, William | Unk | 2014 | ||
| Moore, William A. | 2024 | He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Enlisting in August 1951, he served as a Chinese Morse Radio Intercept Operator in Japan during the Korean Conflict from 1952 to 1954. His unit, the 15th Radio Squadron, Mobile, received the Outstanding Unit Award for their exceptional contributions to United Nations air operations during the conflict. Bill was honorably discharged from active duty in August 1955. | ||
| MOORE, Willis Francis "Paco" | Civ | 2017 | Aerospace engineer; Brooks AFB, Kelly AFB (ESC); AFEWC, Simval Directorate | |
| MOORS, John D. | Unk | 1966 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| MORA, Adolph "Moe" | MSgt | 1997 | Admin/Pers; Cmd Hq Staff, 6900th SW, PSR, 32° Mason,Shriner, FTVA, et al | |
| MORA, Harry J. | A1C | 1985 | 20250/Radio Communications Analyst - Crete 1985 | |
| MORALES, Henry | CMSgt | 2017 | AFCSC | |
| MORALEZ, Camillo "Mo" | SSgt | 2012 | Dogger at 6990th, Det at Cam Ranh | |
| MORAN, Thomas W. "Tom" | Col | 2006 | Enlisted Russian linguist later commissioned; served NSA 1952-85 | |
| MORASKI, John M. II | Unk | 2007 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| MORENCY, Joseph Leo, Jr | GS | 2000 | Operations Sp from Korean conflict forward to retirement | |
| MORGAN JR, Hugh Blair (Buddy) | SMSgt | 2011 | 20290 - San Antonio, Samsun, Karamursel Turkey, JSPC - Okinawa, Korea and Ft Meade | |
| MORGAN, Calvin R. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; radio/teletype repair | |
| MORGAN, Clark R. | Col | 2009 | Wing Commander 6960th ESW/Kelly; Ftr Pilot WWII, Korea, Vietnam | |
| MORGAN, James E. | GS | 1997 | Analyst; SS Ol'Timer, 30-yrs in Cmd | |
| MORGESTER, John W. "Morgy" | CMSgt | 2007 | Russian linguist, AMS asgn Kadena; Ops Supt Hahn, Offutt | |
| MORICH, Randy P. Jr | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MORIN, Paul L.J. | Sgt | 2012 | 1967-71, SE Asia (114 combat missions) | |
| MORNING, Kenneth R. | Unk | 1999 | Asgn Misawa 1959 | |
| MORRILL, James "Jim" | Maj | 2002 | Chief of Maint @ 6981/Elmendorf AK. | |
| MORRILL, William | SMSgt | 2002 | 292X1 asgn St Lawrence, Peshawar, Darmstadt, Goodfellow; ret 1972 | |
| MORRIS, Billy L. | SMSgt | 2009 | 202 asgn Karamursel, Chicksands, Darmstadt (61-63, 66-69); USAFSS charter member | |
| Morris, Chester | 2025 | He joined the Air Force on December 7, 1951, and trained as a Russian Linguist by the service. He served in Korea with the 15th Radio Squadron Mobile. He was discharged on December 7, 1955. Chester is survived by sons Drew (Sharon) Morris and Kris Morris, stepson Jerrod Iverson. //Obit – Lakeside Colonial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Services// | ||
| MORRIS, Dorothy | GS | 2015 | Worked in command as Records Documentation Manager | |
| MORRIS, Jack E. | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ops Ol'Timer & WWII Vet; Alaska,Shimya,Germany,Italy,Crete, et al | |
| MORRIS, Joe W. | TSgt | 2010 | Chinese linguist. | |
| MORRIS, Joseph | CMSgt | 2009 | Logistics - need more information | |
| MORRIS, Michael | Unk | 2010 | Russian linguist; went on to career as computer engineer | |
| MORRIS, Patricia | GS | 1997 | Admin/Sec; ret mil to Civ, FTVA | |
| MORRIS, Robert E. | Col | 2006 | Fighter pilot WWII & later; missile wg commander; Comm/Elec | |
| MORRISON, Gary | Unk | 2006 | 202 asgn 6948th, Chicksands | |
| MORRISON, John "Jack" E. | MajGen | 2013 | Hall of Honor 2000; Started in US Army Signal Corps. Reassigned to SIGINT Service Army Air Forces. Took command of 6981st Radio Group Mobile in Alaska in 1953. Retired in1973 and worked for NSA until 1979 | |
| MORRISON, Leonard | Unk | 2010 | Accounting & Finance Officer @ 6917th/Brindisi Italy 1960-62, Hq USAFSS 1962-67 | |
| MORRISON, Terry E. "Eugene" | unk | 2003 | 303x - Misawa 1958 | |
| MORROW, French C. | A2C | 1982 | 303x - Misawa 1958, also 6986th | |
| MORROW, Harold D. | A1C | 1999 | 292x, Misawa 1958- | |
| MORROW, John "Vic" Raymond | MSgt | 2011 | 208X3, Russ Ling, 1982-2002, Lackland AFB, Hahn AB, RAF Chicksands, Medina RSOC | |
| MORROW, William "Bill" | MSgt | 2015 | Koran War Vet, Eielson AFB Alaska, O'Hare Field Chicago, Clark AB PI, Ft Meade MD. | |
| MORSE, Floyd R. | SSgt | 2004 | 292x Misawa 1959-60 | |
| MORTON, Timothy D. (Tim & "Tango Mike") | ?MSgt? | 2014 | DLI Basic Russian 9/73-7/74, Goodfellow 1974, TUSLOG Det 94-1 Karamursel CDI Turkey 74-76, 6950th ESG, RAF Chicksands, 75-76 and 79-82, NSA A-2 Ft Meade, MD 76-77, Goodfellow 83-84, 6985th ESS, 6994th ESS and 25 IS | |
| MOSER, Steven | MSgt | 2001 | AIA; linguist; killed in Hanoi Det 2, helo crash, while on JTF-FA duty | |
| MOSLEY, Clinton R. | Unk | 2007 | 304 (292) asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| MOSSBERGER, Franklin D. | unk | 1963 | Y292X1 (Morse Op) 41st RSM Bremerhaven - 1954-1955 | |
| Mossman, Mitchell A. | SSgt | 2024 | Mitchell attended the University of Pittsburgh for two years before joining the United States Air Force at age 21. Staff Sergeant Mitchell A. Mossman was a multifaceted Airmen assigned to the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance Group, Fort Eisenhower, Georgia. He joined the Air Force on January 6, 2015. He began his career as a Cryptologic Analyst assigned to the Presidio of Monterey. Upon completion of training in June 2016, SSgt Mossman was assigned to the 31st Intelligence Squadron at Fort Eisenhower. As a Language Analyst, he utilized NSA exploitation tools and techniques to enable proper targeting of insurgent communications supporting overseas counter-terrorism operations. Additionally, he supported computer network operations personnel to gain additional access to technical data and to expand operations against top-tier targets. He was later selected to serve on the 480th Group Staff as an Executive Assistant and Unit Deployment Manager, supporting the group commander, deputy commander, 1,200 Airmen and Guardians. Furthermore, SSgt. Mossman acted as the Senior Enlisted Leader’s lead executive assistant at the largest Geographically Separated Unit in the Air Force. | |
| MOSSOR, Lawrence W. | A2C | 1999 | 292x - Misawa 1958 | |
| MOTORI, | LCol | 19?? | Cmd Hq Staff | |
| MOTRY, Joseph E. | SSgt | 1974 | 203x - Misawa 1965 | |
| MOTYKA, Steve | Unk | 2008 | Asgn 6931st/Iraklion Crete, 6921st/Misawa early 80s | |
| MOULTON, David G. | A3C | 2000 | 293x - Misawa 1958 | |
| MOUNT, Paul S. | GS | 1994 | Opns; Cmd Hq, ESR & PSR areas | |
| MOUNTFORT, Bruce L. | TSgt | 2003 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1959-, Elmendorf 1963-66 | |
| MOWREY, David "Dave" | SMSgt | 2003 | 292 and 20790, Asgn Danang, Chicksands, Medina, Eielson | |
| MOWRY, Ronald E. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Misawa | |
| MOYER, James A. "Jimmy" | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. Combat Apple. | |
| Moyer, Melvin | 2022 | Mel joined the USAF during the Korean War and served four years as an intercept radio operator with Air Force Security Service. His tour of duty included time in Japan, the Pacific Islands, and the Philippines | ||
| MOYER, Robert F "Bob" | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| MOYER, Thomas G. | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) | |
| MOYERS, William D. | SMSgt | 1997 | Morse op asgn Darmstadt, Misawa, Pleiku, Turkey; NSA | |
| MOZLEY, Lee B. | A1C | 1985 | 702x in Shiroi 1957 | |
| MUDRAK, George | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, 292XX/202XX/204XX, NSA, Vietnam, Taiwan, et al | |
| MUELLER, Oliver N. | MSgt | 2011 | 22 years with USAFSS - ELINT, 6912th RSM - circa 65,Wakanai, W Germany, Nellis, NSA | |
| MUETH, Cletus B. | A1C | 2010 | Misawa 1953-1958 | |
| MULLANY, Kevin C. | LtCol | 2000 | USAFSS Inspector General Team Leader 1968-72 | |
| MULLIN, Charles A. "Avery" | Unk | 2003 | Need info please | |
| MULLINS, Dave | MSgt | 1988 | 292X1 asgn to Skivvy Nine/Osan. | |
| MULVEY, James S. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MUMPER, Ronald K. | A1C | 2012 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| MUNCHER, Don M. | Unk | 1989 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| MUNCY, Tom | UNK | UNK | Dogger? | |
| MUNDORFF, Joseph R. | Unk | 1983 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| Munier, Angelique R. “Angel” | MSgt | 2021 | Angel was a retired Air Force Veteran and served 24 years, traveling all around the world throughout her career. According to Rich Schemer, '"So sorry to hear this sad news. Angel was magnificent! I am so grateful for the time we spent serving together at Beale AFB. I will always remember her larger-than-life persona and how she cared for the Airmen in her charge." According to Pete Foti, "RIP my friend. I have great memories of our two tours on Crete and the Parties in Saudi Arabia. They were a blast. It was an honor to serve with you." According to Angela Shaw, "Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time, Angel. I met you in 1988 at Osan AFB Korea, you asked me to join the Skivvy Nine softball team and you were an Awesome player! I was the worst player in right field!! That’s why I was in right field...lol You were very sweet and kind to me being the only wife non-command sponsored. When you had Dakota, I remember babysitting him at Beale. Angel, you will be truly missed. Rest in Peace." | |
| MUNNELL, Franklin M. | Unk | 1986 | 741XX asgn Misawa 1960-62 | |
| MUNNS, Larry | CMSgt | 2002 | 1st Sgt @ Clark, Chix, Myrtle Beach (2066CS); SEA @ EESD, PESD, ESC/AFIC | |
| MUNSON, Charles B. "CB" | Col | 19?? | DCS/Opns in '50's; SS O'Timer; 6914 RSM/6910 RGM/CC 1957/58 | |
| MUNSON, Howard E. | CMSgt | 2009 | Russian/Chinese linguist | |
| MUNSON, John H. | CMSgt | 1996 | 20590; into SS '63 | |
| MURA, David E. | Unk | 2008 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| MURATORI, Mario, Jr | Maj | 1994 | Budget/Finance; Maj and worked as Civ | |
| Murff, Malcolm E. | SMSgt | 2021 | He served as a radio traffic analyst in the Air Force Security Service for twenty years at overseas locations in Germany, Japan, Turkey, and Okinawa. He retired in July 1968 as a Senior Master Sergeant. Afterward he was employed by the National Security Agency for ten years. | |
| MURNIN, John Joseph | Lt Col | 2011 | Germany, Korea, England, Ohio, Maryland, Washington D.C., Illinois and Texas. | |
| MURPHY, Daniel E. Jr | TSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger; Cmd Hq, et al | |
| MURPHY, Emmett W. | CMSgt | 1990 | Mr Admin; SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Hq Staff, PSR, et al | |
| MURPHY, Ernest E. "Ernie" | Capt | 2010 | Former enlisted then 8035; asgn TAC/IN, Crete; 202X0 asgn 6925th/Clark PI as A1C | |
| MURPHY, Eugene R | Col | 1987 | Need info please | |
| MURPHY, Kirk A. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. 1984-1992, Osan, NSA | |
| MURPHY, Oliver K. | unk | 1999 | 203x - Misawa 1958 | |
| Murphy, Patricia M. | Colonel | 2024 | Before her Air Force commissioning in 1963, she taught high school English. While in the Air Force, she earned a Master's Degree from the University of California. Colonel Murphy's 30-year Air Force career included several glass ceiling-breaking assignments, including serving in Vietnam in 1972 as one of the few Air Force women line officers to do so. Her favorite job was as base commander of Zweibrucken AB, Germany, in 1982. Other notable assignments included: chief of staff for the Electronic Security Command (ESC) in San Antonio; commander of the European Division (ESC) at Ramstein AB, Germany, during Desert Storm. Her last assignment was chief of staff for the Director of the National Security Agency at Fort Meade, MD. Following retirement, she served on the Surveys and Investigations Team for the U.S House Appropriations Committee. In 1998, she formed The Murphy Group to provide management training to members of the Department of Defense, an endeavor she cheekily called an oxymoron. She was teaching a one-day seminar in the Pentagon on 9/11, when a plane slammed into the building. She said her familiarity with the Pentagon helped her guide her less familiar students out to safety. Using humor as an enlightening tool, she never let facts get in the way of a good story to make her point. Knowing that her troops would need time to adjust to calling her Ma'am, at Zweibrucken she instituted a 25 cent "Sir Tax" for any infraction. Although the word spread quickly, at the end of her command she donated an impressive number of quarters to the childcare center. Acknowledging the role mentors had played in her success, she strove to give other talented people a seat at the table, regardless of their gender or ethnicity. She is survived by: brother Emmet (Dianna); niece Kim Thomas; nephews Michael Murphy and Timothy Murphy, all of CA; great nieces Samantha and Megan Davies, Kaitlyn and Claire Thomas; great nephew Emmet Murphy, and by her partner of 35 years Grace Blancett. //Obit – Porter Loring North Mortuary// Pat was one of a kind. She was my friend, a leader of great skill and a real patriot who displayed all of the qualities you admire in an individual who commanded many senior level sensitive intelligence operations. //Bob Andress, Colonel (Ret)// She was one of my all-time favorite bosses and I owe her a debt of gratitude that could never be paid. I was the on watch SNCO at Ramstein who woke her up in the middle of the night to tell her the Gulf War had started. //Susan Douglas// | |
| MURPHY, William Franklin | Unk | 2018 | Morse Op; USAFSS, Greenland and Iceland | |
| Murray, Calvin M. | Colonel | 2021 | He joined the USAF in 1952 as an enlisted Military Intelligence Specialist. While progressing in the Intelligence career field with assignments in the Philippine Islands, Japan and Pakistan, he went back to night school and completed his Bachelor of Science Degree in Military Science at Omaha University in July 1964. He was then granted an age waiver and entered Air Force Officer's Training School, graduating as a Second Lieutenant in February 1965. After a long and rewarding career as an officer which included assignments at Yokota, Japan; Anchorage, Alaska; HQ Military Assistance Command, Vietnam; HQ U.S. Air Force Security Service; HQ Electronic Security Command, 6944th Electronic Security Squadron and Lastly Commander, 6920th Electronic Security Group in Japan, a unit he served in previously as a staff Sergeant. According to Joseph Hurst, "He served at the 29th RSM group as an airman/operator in the Philippines. Later he was the commander at Misawa." | |
| MURRAY, Dennis D. "Red" | SSgt | 2008 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1961-63, Pakistan 1964-65 | |
| MURRAY, Gene | SSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - Korean War 15th RS, Japan, Alaska, Korea | |
| MURRAY, Lynn V. | Unk | 2008 | 702X0 asgn 6921st RGM/Misawa in early 60s | |
| Murray, Thomas Leo | 2024 | Tom graduated High School in 1958 and Joined the USAF in September of that year. He was a Morse Radio Intercept Operator in the USAF Security Service until his honorable discharge in June of 1963. (He extended his enlistment for 9 months due to the Cuban Missile Crisis.) | ||
| MURRELL, Henry C. (Hank) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| MUSOLINO, Joseph F. | Unk | 1995 | 702X0 asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| Muth, Delvin “Keith” | Sgt | 2025 | After high school, Keith joined the U.S. Air Force, serving from 1965 to 1969 as a Morse Intercept Operator with the U.S. Air Force Security Service. He spent three years stationed in Japan, where he monitored and decoded international communications as part of Cold War intelligence efforts. He is survived by his wife, Sally; his children, Laura (Jeremy) and Daniel. //Obit – Eastgate Funeral// | |
| MUZYKA, Charles H. (C.H.) | A1C | 1981 | Asgn 6910th; Key punch machine operator | |
| MYER, Danny | SSgt | 2005 | 292X1 asgn Augsburg (72-74) | |
| MYERS, Dennis L | Unk | 2012 | Need More information please | |
| Myers, Harold P. | SMSgt | 2024 | Phil served the U.S. Air Force more than 50 years as a military member and federal civilian. His son Jonathon went to meet his new commander at Cannon AFB and the base historian referred to his father as “a legend.” While in the USAF, he picked up racquetball and became a top open-level racquetball player. As an NCO, he completed his master’s in political science with an A average. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in Harold's memory to The Wounded Warrior Project and/or the Fisher House Foundation. //Obit – Hardin Funeral Homes and Cremation// Phil was Command Historian. //Ted Colquhoun// Phil was a brilliant historian and always available for a chat when needed. He had a continuous smile, even when things weren't going quite right. His contributions to the organization and the USAF will be unmatched. It was a privilege to have known you. Rest In Peace. //Guido Locati// Mr. Myers will be missed dearly. He was a simple man that brought a smile to anyone he interacted with. One of my fondest memories is of Mr. Myers confusing me with my old colleague (George Serna). Rest in peace Mr. Myers. //Manny Garcia from 16AF Public Affairs// | |
| MYERS, Jess | Unk | 2008 | Asgn 6910th | |
| MYERS, Vincent F. | Sgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| MYNIER, Cecil H. | GS | 1988 | Hq USAFSS Dir of Procurement 1970s | |
| MYOTT, Ronald W. “Roundman†| MSgt | 2000 | Opns, Pacific, SEA, (Osan and others) | |
| Naab, David J. | SMSgt | 2020 | He began his military career in 1953 and spent virtually all of the next 24 years in the United States Air Force Security Service, where he served as cryptanalyst and radio communications superintendent. He served in various airborne and ground units in Japan (Ashiya, Misawa, and Brady), Okinawa, the Philippines, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Greece, and Germany; in addition to assignments at Fort Meade, Maryland, Kelly and Goodfellow AFBs in Texas. He married his beloved wife, Suiko Kobayashi on August 27, 1963. Following his retirement from the Air Force, Mr. Naab worked for Sylvania Technical Systems in Mountain View, California and in Teheran, Iran as an intelligence advisor to the Royal Iranian Air Force, performing both airborne and ground assignments until the Iranian Revolution in 1979. When he was released by the Revolutionary Government in March 1979, he returned to San Angelo, Texas. He was a member of the Association of Old Crows (Electronic Warfare), the 15th Radio Squadron Mobile Association, the 6918th Security Squadron Association, the Air Force Association, Misawains in America, Veterans of Foreign Wars (Post 7108), and the Angelo State Alumni Association. He was also a life member of the Air Defense Artillery Association and the Disabled American Veterans and the Freedom Through Vigilance Association. According to Dennis Rassmussen, "David served from the mid 1950's til his retirement in the late 1970's - No obit or specific funeral plans are yet available. Dave was a long-time life member of FTVA and an original cadre of USAFSS traffic analysts in the Far East --Japan (including Atsugi, Misawa, Hakata, Okinawa) and also served in Europe including Crete as well as in the states at NSA and Goodfellow. RIP Amigo." | |
| NAAB, David Jon | SMSgt | 2020 | Cryptoanalyst Ahiya, Brady, Misawa, Phillipines, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Greece, and Germany. While a contractor (intel advisor to the Iranian AF), was taken as one of the Iranian hostages in 1979 | |
| NAGELL, Stephen P. | Sgt | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| NAGLE, Michael John Jr. | CMSgt | 2012 | 24 years service - Germany, Italy, England, Turkey, Newfoundland, Guam, Thailand, Okinawa and Pakistan - retired in 1974 | |
| Nagy, Dennis M. | 1LT | 2023 | He attended the USAF Academy Class of '65. He served in the USAF for four years. Leaving the United States Air Force in 1969, Dennis started a new career as an intelligence analyst at the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington, D.C. Dennis rose rapidly at DIA. In 1981 Dennis personally directed the development of the first issue of Soviet Military Power which was updated and published annually for almost a decade. In later years Dennis would say this was his proudest accomplishment as an analyst. By 1982, Dennis was selected as a member of the Senior Executive Service, the youngest to hold that rank at the time he was selected. Dennis served as the Director of Estimates and the Director for Research along with associated positions in the fiscal aspects of intelligence. In 1989 Dennis was selected as Executive Director for DIA; Deputy Director for DIA; and Acting Director of DIA from September through November of 1991, the first civilian ever placed in that position. Dennis retired from government service as an SES-6, the civilian equivalent of a three-star general. | |
| NAHAY, William J. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-10) | |
| NAIL, Donald L. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn T3 Misawa 1969-70 | |
| NAILEN, John T. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| NALLY, Jim | Col | 198? | Chicksands 1960s | |
| NANASSY, Joseph A. | unk | 2012 | 202x - Misawa - T2 - 1962-65 | |
| NAPPIER, Robert G. | A1C | 1975 | Misawa 1956 | |
| NATIVIDAD, Casimero F. | A2C | 2006 | Misawa 1958 | |
| NAUMAN, Barton J. | MSgt | 2014 | 207X1 - 6994th SS Viet Nam and Thailand Flying the Electric Goons | |
| NAWROCKI, Michael F. | Unk | 1996 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-10) | |
| NAYLOR, Charles "Chuck" | Unk | 2004 | Asgn 6986 RSM, Scotland, San Vito, Chicksands, Iraklion; USAFSS from 1959 | |
| NAYLOR, Edward R. | Major | 1998 | Cmdr, Ops: 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| NEAL, Charles R. | TSgt | 1994 | 6950 Scty Gp - 603X0 - 6960 ABS - San Antonio | |
| NEAL, Donald | CMSgt | 2007 | German linguist asgn 6901st, 6940th Goodfellow, 6916th Rhein Main, 6949th Offutt | |
| NEAL, Douglas E. | CMSgt | 1988 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Misawa | |
| NEAL, Theodore A. "Ted" | Unk | 2002 | Maint asgn 6913th/Bremerhaven | |
| NEASE, Jerry | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 6924th/Danang. | |
| NEEDHAM, Edwin L. "Ed" | MSgt | 2008 | 202 asgn Wakkanai, Goodfellow, Chicksands, Misawa, Italy, Okinawa, Kelly | |
| NEELEY, JOHN E. | SMSgt | 2009 | 202XX - 50-52, 59-62, 67, Ashia, 1st RSM, 15th RSM, Korea, Seoul and Chodo), Danang 68, Ft Meade, AFSCC (Kelly), 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Neeley, Thomas L. | MSgt | 2019 | His sense of duty helped lead him into the military where his understanding of rank, his willingness to abide by rules and regulations and his desire to follow orders was admired by his fellow service men and women. He started his military career at Kessler AFB. Tom served in multiple state-side and overseas assignment to include San Antonio, San Angelo, Germany, Philippines, Japan and Hawaii. He served during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He received several awards recognizing for his service, including a Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force and Army Good Conduct Medals, National Defense Medal, Air Force Longevity Ribbon and Air Force Marksmanship Ribbon. According to Bill Spencer, "Thomas Leon Neeley (AKA: Tom) was a 202 (Radio Intercept Analyst) assigned to Baker Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1965-1968 timeframe. He retired from the Air Force in 1972 in the grade of Master Sergeant." | |
| NEELY, Cecil | CMSgt | 2017 | Lackland, Camp Gordon, Camp Kilmer, Thule, Patrick, March, Bremerhaven, Kelly, Key West, Danang, San Vito, Kadena, Ft Meade; 26 year career 202XX | |
| NEELY, Thomas L. | MSgt | 2020 | 6918th and Misawa; San Angelo, Germany, Phillipines, Japan, & Hawaii | |
| NEESS, John A. | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| NEFF, Kenneth E. | CMSgt | 2012 | 202 - Dawg Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1964-66 | |
| NEHLS, Richard W. | SMSgt | 2006 | WWII vet later asgn Tucson, Darmstadt, Ominato, Shemya, Clark, Key West, Peshawar | |
| NEIDHARDT, Dean A. Jr. | Unk | 2002 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| NEIGER, Jack | Unk | 2009 | "A" trick 2nd RSM vet | |
| Neighbors, H. Larry | MSgt | 2025 | He joined the USAFSS in 1958, serving in the AFISR (Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency). Larry, his wife and children, lived around the world during his military career. In addition to devotion to his family and career, he was involved in community activities, serving alongside Faye as Directors of the Grass Mountain Teen Club in Taiwan, the Secretary of the Bowling League, Director of Taiwan Teen Challenge, and many other community and church volunteer activities. Larry retired as a Master Sergeant from the USAFSS in 1978 after 20 years of honorable service as a “Silent Warrior”. He also served a tour of duty in Vietnam. He is survived by his children, Randy and Rhonda; his daughter-in-law Jody Neighbors, son-in-law Steve McClellan. //Obit – Striffler-Hamby Mortuary – LaGrange// For some reason I was thinking of Larry and wondered why I had not seen any posts of his for some time on the Facebook group for USAFSS. I found this obituary. I’m very sorry for your loss. He was my supervisor when I was stationed on Crete in Greece. I still have the letter of recommendation he wrote for me just before I was discharged from the AF. May he rest in forever peace. He was a good man. //Lance Ward// | |
| NEIL, John R. | Col | 2007 | 6922SW/CC (64-65), 6940TTW/CC | |
| Neild, John S. "Pat" Jr. | 1LT | 2025 | He graduated from the University of Md. in 1951 with a degree in agriculture and a commission in the U.S. Air Force. He entered the United States Air Force Security Service in July 1951 and was stationed in Washington D.C., then San Antonio, Texas. Resigned from active duty in1953 and was honorably discharged from the Air Force Reserves in June 1959 as a First Lt. | |
| NELSON, Allen R. | SSgt | 1996 | Finance, SS Ol,'Timer, 2nd RSm in 1952-54 | |
| Nelson, Dale F. | SMSgt | 2023 | Dale retired from the USAF Security Service after proudly serving 27 years. He liked to brag that he moved 19 times within those 28 years. | |
| NELSON, Gail L. | Unk | 2017 | USAFSS Hungarian and Russian linguist; Airborne AMS; Rhein-Main, Goodfellow, NSA, Incirlik assignments | |
| NELSON, John B. | Unk | 2015 | Hakata 1966-1968 | |
| NELSON, Joseph | Unk | Unk | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| NELSON, Myron C. | MSgt | 2018 | 292X2; Crete, Chicksands, San Vito, Misawa, Correy Station | |
| NELSON, Richard (Rick) | SMSgt | 2013 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 202X0, Clark AB, PI | |
| NELSON, Robert E. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| NELSON, Rodney | CMSgt | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| NELSON, Vaughn R. | Unk | 2006 | COMSEC vet | |
| NEPHEW, Warrem V. Jr. | unk | 1977 | 203x - Misawa 1958 | |
| NESS, Allan L. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Crete, San Antonio TX. | |
| NETTLES, William M. | Unk | 2009 | 292x1, Misawa, 1968-71, 72-75, 80-86 | |
| NEUBERT, Norman J. | MSgt | 2008 | AF Crypto; Crete, 6931st ESG, 1969 | |
| NEUHAUS, Richard Wayne (Rich) | MSgt | 2013 | 202X0, Vietnam, Goodfellow, 6922nd RGM Kadena, Okinawa in 1960, SPECCOM at Security Hill; Karamürsel, Turkey , Okinawa (JSPC); Boerfink, Germany. Retired in 1983. | |
| NEUMAN, Robert L. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| NEVELS, Reginald R. | TSgt | 2010 | Asgn Germany, France, Philippines, Crete in communications | |
| NEVES, Norman C. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1965-01) Airborne at Kadena | |
| NEVINS, David L. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-09 1961-04) | |
| NEVITT, Dodridge H., Jr. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| NEWELL, Tom | Maj/GS | 1999 | AFSS/ESC/AIA, Hq, Sq Cmdr Chicksands, et al | |
| NEWENHAM, Robert | Unk | 2005 | 203 asgn Misawa | |
| NEWFARMER, Gary A. | A1C | 1996 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| NEWHALL, David S. | TSgt | 2017 | Airborne Dogger & MIMI; DaNang, 6990th, 6903rd, and 41 ECS | |
| NEWLAND, Loren E. | SMSgt | 2005 | COMSEC vet asgn Korea, Vietnam, NSA | |
| NEWLAND, William D. | Unk | 2005 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| NEWLAND, William D. "Don" | unk | 2015 | 202 - Daze flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1961-64 | |
| NEWLON, Rolla B. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05) | |
| Newsom, Jefferson E. | 2022 | Jeff married his high school sweetheart Connie Penton Newsom on August 18th, 1968. They would remain married for over 53 years until his death. Jeff served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1969 – 1973 stationed in Berlin, Germany and with the 6922nd security squadron in the Philippines. | ||
| NEWSTROM, Terry L. | MSgt | 2004 | Russian/Arabic linguist asgn Alaska, Japan, Turkey and Greece | |
| NEWTON, Anna (also Morgan & Showalter) | Sgt | 2016 | Russian 208; 6912th Scty Sq, 6912th ESG | |
| NEWTON, Bobby R. | UNK | 1997 | Dogger? | |
| NEWTON, Dr. William A. Jr. | GS | 1977 | Physician served in dispensary at 6952nd/Kirknewton, Scotland 1964-66 | |
| NG, Bin Moon | unk | 2015 | 40-yr service as military and civil servant - Designed ESC Alert Cenbter | |
| NICELY, Charles R. "Charlie" | MSgt | 1989 | Airborne 294/205 in Opns; Cmd Hq, ESR area; NSA, Eielson | |
| NICHOLAS, George | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| NICHOLS, John P. | TSgt | 2009 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| NICHOLS, Maurice S. Jr. | unk | 2000 | 303x - Misawa 1958 | |
| NICHOLS, William P. | Unk | 1967 | 292XX 6918th Hakata; 1964-65 | |
| NICHOLSON, Robert J. | Unk | 1990 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| NICOLA, Allen | Lt | 1996 | 1st RSM Commander (1953) | |
| NIEMEYER, Richard J. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07) | |
| NIEZEK, Nicholas "Nick" | Col | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Opns Officer, Cmd Hq, Europe, SEA | |
| NIEZNALSKI, John J. | A1C | 2001 | Asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven 1952 as truck driver | |
| NIKOLAUK, John "Col Nick" | Col | 2018 | Goodfellow TTS/CC; USAFSS/DO; Multi-faceted Pilot of Operation Ivory Coast (Son Tay Raid mission) | |
| NILLES, Larry B. | MSgt | 2005 | Superb ELINTer asgn Germany, Japan, Korea, Shemya, NSA | |
| Nisley, Kermit J. | Lt Col | 2022 | He graduated from Grove City College, PA in 1956 with a BA degree in foreign languages and an AFROTC commission as a 2nd Lt. He served 25 years in the USAF, 20 of those years in the USAF Security Service. Overseas tours included Pakistan, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Turkey. He was awarded seven meritorious decorations and three unit citations. Acccording to Joanne Nisley, "assignments included Pakistan 1961 to 1964; Vietnam 1965; Philippines 1967 to 1969; and Turkey 1970. He served as Flight Commander, Operations Officer, and Squadron Commander. He greatly appreciated his NCOs, their competence, professionalism, and their care and feeding of a young officer. | |
| NIX, James D. "Don" | MSgt | 2016 | Vietnam, Alaska, Texas, Florida assignments | |
| NIX, Raymond | unk | 2015 | Chinese and Russian Linguist - served in WWII and Korean War for USAFSS | |
| Nixon, Oscar | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF, went to California for language training, and served as a Russian linguist. When he finished language school, he returned home and married Arlene Fischer in 1965. After twelve years of military service, Oscar returned home to New Orleans. | ||
| NODORFT, Michael "Snow" | UNK | UNK | QD 11 Op | |
| NOFFSINGER, Lester P. | MSgt | 1995 | 1st Sgt 6921RGM 1959-61 | |
| NOHOVIG, David "Dave" | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Peshawar, Pakistan | |
| NOLAND, Phil | SSgt | 1986 | 202/203 Russ. Karamursel 58-61,Zweibrucken '62-'64, Japan/Korea. Flt Supvr. | |
| Nolander, John D. | Capt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF and attended intensive language programs in Russian, Thai, and Vietnamese. He was assigned to an aerial reconnaissance unit in Okinawa, Japan where he spent over three years flying combat missions in RC-135 and EC-130 aircraft accruing more than 150 combat missions. He then returned to the States and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. After graduating from the College of Artesia, he returned to Okinawa to continue flying combat missions as an Airborne Mission Supervisor. Serving 22 years and retiring as a Captain, John flew more than 4,000 hours of combat and combat support missions earning 15 Air Medals and 13 stars on his Vietnam campaign ribbon. Following information provided by Larry Tart: John D. Nolander - former Russian linguist; Shemya 62 -63; Wakkanai 63 - 64; Kelly 3 months 64, Thai language school @ Monterey, Goodfellow; Vietnamese Fam Course in 67; Last "fam" to get to Yokota, stayed about 3-4 mos & on to Kadena 6990th 68 - 70 (100+ Combat Apple msns & some C-130 msns out of Cam Ranh Bay). Bootstrap to College of Artesia; then OTS 2nd Lt in '72; more Goodfellow then back to Kadena 72-75; logged another 100 + combat missions (I think I may be the only one with 100 Apple msns as enlisted trash and 100 as officer trash). To Vandenberg to become ICBM Launch Officer, spent 4 yrs in Wyoming various crew and staff posns. Became AFSSO RADC in '79. Stayed in area 17 yrs. In July 95 went to work at Andersen Labs-maker of Surface Acoustic Wave devices. | |
| Noone, Albert M., | 2021 | He was a member of United States USAFSS and proud of his military service. | ||
| NOORDA, Wilford | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| NOPE, Darrell A. | Lt Col | 2011 | USAFSS - Korean, Vietnam War, Enlisted and Officer, Misawa | |
| NORCOM, Robert H. Jr. | Unk | 2012 | 292x1, T2, Misawa 1959-62, retired in 1977 | |
| NORDBERG, John A. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1956-57 | |
| NORDBYE, Daniel Francis (Col Hakawa) | A2C | 2009 | USAFSS 1961-65, Ru 20351 6901st Spec Comm Grp, SS HQ Kelly AFB | |
| NORINE, Steven G. | Unk | 1971 | 292X1 asgn 6918th/Hakata, Japan 1966-67 | |
| NORLIN, John L. | Capt | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-01) 6987th, Okinawa, Vietnam. Later commissioned. | |
| Norman, Darrell R. | SMSgt | 2022 | He was a graduate of Warrior High School, then joined the U.S. Air Force and became fluent in Russian after intensive study at Syracuse University in New York and a tour at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow. He served during the Cold War era and retired after 21 years of service as a Senior Master Sergeant, which is among the top three enlisted ranks in the Air Force. After retirement, he became a member of the Prop Wash Gang, an airborne component of a larger group known as the Silent Warriors. An award-winning journalist, he worked at the Huntsville Times and Times Journal in Fort Payne, and retired from The Gadsden Times, where he worked as a reporter and columnist. He also wrote a book, “Have Another Cup,” a compilation of his work at The Gadsden Times. Norman authored an outstanding article “Remembering a Lost Plane” in the Gadsden Times about his SAR efforts onboard an RC-135 in support of “Irene-92” RC-135D Rivet Amber that was lost after departing Shemya, AK in 1969. | |
| NORMAN, George R. | TSgt | 1997 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| NORRIS, Claud W. | Unk | 1991 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| NORRIS, Ernest T. | MSgt | 2002 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| NORRIS, Juli Patrice | unk | 2015 | Arab Linguist, Gulf War in Iraq and The UK | |
| NORRIS, Thomas L. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-01) | |
| NORTHCUTT, Thomas L. "Tiny" | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer 292XX Began SS career at Kirknewton, then ESR, Franfurt, Elmendorf | |
| NORTHRUP, Doyle K. | Unk | Hall of Honor 1996; known for contributions in high energy physics and scientific achievement; awarded Meritorious Civilian Award by President Eisenhower | ||
| NORTON, Fred I. | Col | 1986 | Need info please | |
| NORTON, Ross D. | Col | 2010 | Base Commander @ RAF Chicksands 1970s | |
| NORTON, Wilber C. | SSgt | 1976 | 291X, Misawa 1957- | |
| NORTON, Wylie Romane "Bud" | Unk | 2011 | USAFSS 1959-1979, Goodfellow AFB, Darmstadt, Iraklion, Karamursel and Elmendorf | |
| NORVELL, Robert T.,Jr | LtCol | 1994 | Opns; highly decorated, 30yrs svc w/AFSS; Sgt Norvelle NCOIC 6902nd/Shiroi (1958) | |
| NORWOOD, James A. | CMSgt | 2017 | USAF and NSA careerist; 544th ARTW and SAC HQ | |
| NOVAK, John A. | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) | |
| NOVOTNY, Louis | SNCO/GS | 1992 | W201 @ NSA, WWII B-24 pilot | |
| NOVY, James S. | Col | 2004 | WWII combat pilot, NSA intell off; CC/Shiroi, Misawa, USAFSS/DO, NSA/DoD | |
| NOWAKOWSKI, Norbert "Nobby" | GS | 2003 | Asgn 6950th in 50s and 60s, then to NSA til retirement. | |
| NULISCH, Bennie | TSgt | 2000 | USAFSS vet asgn Pakistan (65-68), Turkey. Softball player and 'big brother' | |
| NUNN, Daniel F. | SSgt | 2000 | Asgn 6918th/Hakata, Thailand, Misawa | |
| NUNN, Kenneth G. | Unk | 1997 | AMT asgn 6916th in 1960s | |
| NUTTER, Mitchell L. | Unk | 1968 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1959-61; died in line of duty as Orlando police officer | |
| NYE, William (Bill) George | CMSgt | 2013 | Vietnam, Korean wars, 6990th, Okinawa, Wakkanai, DLI-SW, NKP, Colorado, San Antonio, Las Vegas | |
| NYQUIST, Paul A. | Unk | 2003 | 201 asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| O’Brien, James E. | A1C | 2024 | He joined the USAF in 1957, where he was trained as a Russian linguist and served in the Air Force Security Service in California, Washington, D.C., and Anchorage, Alaska. Jim maintained that he was a mediocre student until he was in Air Force language training, where his commanding officer ordered him to memorize daily Russian dialogues. | |
| O’Brien, Thomas G. | 2022 | Jerry was a veteran of the US Air Force. He studied linguistics/Mandarin Chinese at the University of Maryland and received his BA in those areas. He was later assigned to the National Security Agency where he was a linguist/analyst. | ||
| O’Connor, Sandra P. | 2022 | Sandra proudly served in the United States Air Force as a Korean Linguist. Sandra was eventually stationed in South Korea, where she met her loving, partner in crime, David, who luckily was stationed alongside her. After completing their family with their loving kids, Jacqueline and AJ O’Connor, Sandra returned to school to become the most compassionate nurse. | ||
| O’Neal B., Jaymes B. | 2022 | He joined the U.S. Air Force and served for 10 years as a Crypto Language Analyst in the Persian languages | ||
| O’Steen, Vernon Ray | CMSgt | 2023 | According to the Veterans Affairs Gravesite Locator, Vernon, age 78, passed away July 21, 2023. His burial site is at the Fort Sam Houston Cemetery, San Antonio, Texas. War Period is listed as Vietnam. | |
| Oakes, Larry Lynn | 2022 | Larry retired after forty years of service as an Airman---four years in uniform and thirty-six years as a Department of the Air Force civilian. According to Bert Pickell, "So sorry to hear of this as I just noticed this in the San Antonio Express News. I worked for Mr Oakes in the 1990s as his Senior Enlisted Superintendent. Of my 30 years in the USAF, he was the best civilian supervisor of military personnel that I have ever seen. Always there for mentorship and cheerleading, Larry truly cared about ALL his employees. Given a very complex mission and supervising military and civilian workers while in the AF Information Warfare Center, Larry was the most firm, sincere, and supportive leader in the organization. I only worked with him for about 3 years but his leadership impacts me to this day. God bless his family and all he touched." According to Bill Sims, "Larry was one of the "big wigs" at the Air Force Electronic Warfare Center, when I arrived in March 197 being a 20-year-old A1C, he was MISTER Oakes to me but the thing I remember most was that he was famous for buying one of the 25th Anniversary Special Edition 1978 Corvettes. A pretty snazzy car. The last I heard he still had it and took very good care of it". | ||
| OAKES, William F. | Sgt | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-01), 6988th SS (Info from Ken Bissett. He's trying to find confirmation. Help.) | |
| OATES, Willie J. | 2014 | 6918th; | ||
| OATMAN, Robert E. | Amn | 1988 | Misawa 1974 | |
| OBERDORF, Robert E. "Obie" | CMSgt | 1987 | 202XX; 30-yrs Svc; 13yrs SS in Zweibrucken, Kelly, Iraklion, San Vito, Elmendorf | |
| OBERG, John | Col | 2009 | Commander @ Shu Lin Kou, Taiwan 1955-56, CC/Air Intel School in Colorado | |
| O'BERRY, Ken | CMSgt | 2008 | Asgn Chicksands, Germany, Kirknewton | |
| OBITZ, William F. Jr. | A1C/GS | 2005 | 202 @ Chicksands (50s); Retired from NSA | |
| O'BRIEN, Bernard M. "Bern" | SMSgt | 2005 | Comm center NCOIC @ Pesharwar, Pakistan (62-64); WWII, Korea, Vietnam vet | |
| O'BRIEN, Daniel F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| OBRIEN, Harry J. | SSgt | 2011 | 292x, Misawa 1970 | |
| O'BRIEN, Hugh J. "OB" | SMSgt | 2010 | Much respected Chinese linguist served in Far East | |
| O'BRIEN, John F. "Jack" | CWO | 2002 | SS Ol'timer. Asgn Chicksands, Crete, Brindisi, San Antonio. | |
| OBRIEN, Ralph | A1C | 1978 | Misawa 1955 | |
| OBZUT, Nicholas P. | LCol | 2002 | Asgn Hq USAFSS; Vietnam; Thailand; Japan. | |
| O'CONNOR, James A. | GS | 2008 | Russian linguist asgn Turkey mid-60s then NSA career | |
| ODOM, Bobby J. | Unk | 1997 | 292 @ 6913SS (Bremerhaven, GE). | |
| Ogaard, Peter R. | MSgt | 2022 | Pete served 20 years in the United States Air Force mostly in airborne intelligence fields flying over 300 combat support missions during the Vietnam War aboard RC130 and RC135 Comfy Echo, Commando Lance and Combat Apple. He did so mostly as the Airbo. rne Mission Supervisor earning the Meritorious Service Medal and the Air Medal with 15 Oak Leaf Clusters and retired as a Master Sergeant in 1975. He was a Life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars the Air Force Security Service Freedom Through Vigilance Association, and the Prop Wash Gang. According to Bob Cotti, "Had the great honor of flying with Pete out of Kadena and Offutt. He was one of the kindest and most humble, and very witty, men I’ve known. Prayers for family and friends. Rest in Peace, Pete." | |
| OGDEN, Eldon Jr. | Unk | 2008 | Asgn USAFSS, Vietnam | |
| O'HARA, Charles P. | Unk | 2006 | Russian linguist asgn Shemya | |
| OISTAD, Donald A. | A1C | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04 1958-04)Â Basic and Intermediate, Korea | |
| OKURA, Clyde | Unk | Unk | 203 asgn Misawa T3 1970-72 | |
| OLAH, Richard L | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. Sanz school Aug 1960-May 1961. | |
| OLDACRE, Rudolph | SSgt | 1995 | Asgn Misawa 1965 | |
| OLDHAM, Loel E. | GS | 2015 | EW expert/icon - Callsign "Dragon" - Electronic Security Command, Air Force Special Comms Center, Director, Sutdies and Analysis - AF Electronic Warfae Center | |
| OLDS, Charles | TSgt? | 2011 | Philippines and Kunia, 6950th ESS 1977/78 | |
| OLDS, Philip C. | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; retired Air Force | |
| O'LEARY, Richard F. | CMSgt | 1985 | Need info please | |
| Olenik, Joseph J. | CMSgt | 2020 | In 1961, Joe enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for 26 years as an electronic intelligence signals analyst stationed in Germany, Turkey, Alaska, the National Security Agency, and the Pentagon. Joe received many medals and commendations for service, and when he retired in 1987, was a Chief Master Sergeant, the highest enlisted level of leadership in the Air Force. | |
| OLIG, Michael | Unk | 2009 | 202 asgn Goodfellow as instructor 1974-78 | |
| OLIVE, Pete | UNK | 2011 | former Russian linguist @ Rhein-Main, Eielson, et al. Asmts included: US Navy 49-54, SSO/SAC HQ 56-57, 6901st 57-58, TUSLOG Det 3 58-59, ESR 59-60, AFSCC 60-61, Language Sch 62, 6916th 63-66, 6985th 66-69, PSR 69-72; retired in Sep 72. | |
| OLIVER, Carl E. | MSgt | 1997 | Russian linguist 'gunner' & Spanish linguist AMS; Okinawa and Kelly AFB, died in Saudi Arabia prior to RC-135 mission | |
| OLIVER, Jack W. | CMSgt | 2007 | Asgn USAFSS; served 32 years in USAF incl India-Burma in WWII | |
| OLIVER, John | LtCol | 2008 | Commander 6924th Sec Sq/Danang Vietnam, Ramasun Sta Thailand 1970-72 | |
| OLIVER, Robert E. (Bob) | MSgt | 2013 | Comm Center, USAFSS - Hawaii, Okinawa, USAFSS HQ San Antonio | |
| OLLMAN, Jay V. | Unk | 1979 | Asgn Misawa | |
| O'LOUGHLIN, Walter A. | SMSgt | 1997 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| OLSEN, Harry C | SSgt | 2017 | Chinese linguist. Later professor of Chinese at Monterey before moving on to NSA. | |
| OLSON, Dwight B. "Olie" | GS | 1996 | Engineer; HAM operator, worked on DEW | |
| OLSON, Edward | Unk | Unk | 3rd RSM (survived plane crash in Alaska) | |
| OLSON, Harry A. | Col | 2001 | SS Ol'timer,WWII vet, AFSS Cmd Comptroller,Pres AFSS CU,Mason,Shriner,et al | |
| OLSON, Leroy E. | Unk | 2012 | 293X, Misawa | |
| OLSON, Murl G. | SMSgt | 2003 | 2nd RSM/10th RSM/6950th/6951st vet. | |
| OLSON, Phil | Unk | 1988 | Asgn RAF Kirknewton 1959-63 | |
| O'Malley, Stephen F. | CMSgt | 2024 | He served his country for 26 years in the United States Air Force proudly attaining the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He then dedicated an additional 16 years as a federal employee within the same command. Steve honed his linguistic abilities at the Monterey Language School and then furthered his education by earning an Associate’s Degree in Russian Language from Syracuse University. His fluency in Russian was not just a testament to his intelligence but also a valuable asset in his professional life. He was proud of his knowledge of languages which also included Japanese, German, Latin and Spanish. //Obit – Harrell Funeral Home// I knew Steve. I worked with him on the hill in the early 90s in XP (93-96). At that time Col Steve Sutton was the XP and Morgan Beck was there as well. Jesse Coultrap was in XP at that time as well. Really liked him. Gave this SNCO, during his first (and only) tour of a HQS-environment, a great education on how things worked 'not in the field' RIP Steve. //Dennis Buxton// Steve was an MA “3-D SSgt" in the 6986th RSM/RGM @ Wakkanai in 1962-63. I believe he may have PCS’D to Wakkanai from the 6912th RSM in Berlin. //Larry Tart// | |
| OMURA, Charles A. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn Misawa T3 1971- | |
| ONAHAN, Louis G. | A1C | 1964 | 6924th RSM (USAF) | |
| ONDREJECH, Ray Vincent | Maj/Lt Col | 2017 | 6988 IS Russian linguist; commissioned, special duty in London. | |
| O'NEAL, Richard A. | unk | 2015 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1959-61 | |
| OPACK, William F. "Red" | Unk | 1997 | 292X1 asgn Misawa T3 1958-60 | |
| OPALACH, James J. | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1970-72 | |
| O'REILLY, Bernard J. (Bernie) | Unk | 2012 | Misawa, 6921st, 20290 at the 6908th and a long timer at Skivvy Nine (1975-79) | |
| Orman, Kenneth, J. | 2023 | Ken served in the USAF from 1962-1966. He was a Russian linguist and was stationed in Germany and Pakistan. | ||
| ORMSBY, William P. | SSgt | 1969 | Asgn Vietnam and wounded 1967/8; died @ Karamursel | |
| OROS, David | CMSgt | 2006 | Asgn Kirknewton, Darmstadt, San Vito | |
| O'ROURKE, Allen | Unk | 1985 | 6918th RSM 292XX | |
| O'Rourke, Michael J. | 2025 | Mike enlisted in the U.S. Air Force; he was trained as a Korean linguist and completed two tours as a member of 6903 Skivvy Nine, Able Company. According to Paul Engeldinger, My sincere condolences to Mike’s family and friends. During our DLS Class of '67 50-year Reunion, I remember him asking classmates attending to stand if you were a veteran. I was surprised to see how many stood up, since De was a college prep school and 'Vietnam' was still going on. | ||
| ORR, Clyde P. | unk | 2013 | Ground Radio Tech - 6924th SS at Da Nang Vietnam during 1968-69 | |
| ORR, David Lee | MSgt | 2013 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan, Korea, Vietnam | |
| ORR, Richard P. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Ortoli, Neal Charles | 2020 | Accoring to 6913th.org, "Neil was stationed at 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany on “Able Flight” and the DF Site from 1959-1961." 6913th RSM Bremerhaven A Flight, 1959-61 | ||
| OSBORN, James F. | Unk | 1974 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10, 1960-01) Date of death uncertain | |
| OSBORNE, William E. | CMSgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa, USAFSS Hq | |
| OSHINSKIE, Robert J. "Osh" | A1C | 1958 | Romania linguist, killed in Sep 2, 1958 ACRP C130 shoot down | |
| OSTRANDER, Gerald A. | Unk | 2019 | Russian linguist, Bremerhaven and Kirknewton | |
| OTA, Robert | UNK | UNK | Dogger? | |
| OTTO, Frank | Unk | 2008 | Need info pls | |
| OTTO, Patsy L. | GS | 1997 | Data Proc Analyst; SS Ol'Timer | |
| OUELETTE, Emile R. | SMSgt | 2017 | Marshall Islands, Bremerhaven, Korea, Italy, Philippines | |
| OVERALL, Alphonso L. | Unk | 1999 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| OVERALL, Oscar P. | MSgt | 2001 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 24 years | |
| OVERBAY, James "Jim" | MSgt | 1984 | Admin; Cmd Hq and other | |
| OVERMAN, James E. | Unk | 2013 | Misawa, 292x, T1 1959-61 | |
| Overton William T. | MSgt | 2019 | He served in the USAF for 27 years, retiring as a MSGT. According to 6913th.org, "He served as a Morse Intercept Operator on B Flight at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM from 1958 to 1960." | |
| OVERTON, Darnell H. | Unk | 1965 | 292XX, 6918th Hakata, 1961-63 | |
| OVERTON, William T. | MSgt | 2019 | Morse op, 6913th | |
| OWENS, Airlee | A1C | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Karamursel, Eielson; gentle soul was inspiration to many of us | |
| OWENS, Carl V. Jr. | GS | 2001 | Hq USAFSS Technical Director | |
| OWENS, Roy J. | MSgt | 2000 | ||
| OWENS, Troy Jr. | A1C | 1986 | 293x1 Misawa 1958 | |
| OXLEY, George R. | MSgt | 1998 | Asgn Misawa | |
| OYE, Orville C. | LCol | 1989 | COMSEC; SS O'Timer; Eur Sec Rgn (58), 6913th RSM (to 57), avid bowler | |
| Ozarowicz, Sharon G. | 2020 | Following basic training, Sharon moved to Monterey, California, for a year for her language school as a German linguist. She was stationed in Germany and enjoyed traveling in Europe, especially exploring old castles. With her German ancestry, she could pass for a native since she spoke the language fluently. Her military service was completed in Washington, DC. After accepting early retirement from the Air Force in 1993. | ||
| PACETTI, Virgil | Unk | 2013 | 201 - 6922d, Okinawa, Goodfellow AFB TX (several times), DaNang, March AFB Ca | |
| PACKER, Kenneth B. | LCol | 1984 | Need info please | |
| PADDI, Robert P. | MSgt | 2005 | Admin type asgn Darmstadt 69/70 | |
| PAGE, Geoffrey B. | A1C | 2005 | Misawa 1965 | |
| PAHUTKA, Raymond W. | LtCol | 2010 | ||
| PAJOT, Dennis | A1c | 2008 | Asgn Japan and Europe 1956-59 | |
| PALMA, Walter K. | Unk | 1991 | Asgn Misawa 1991- | |
| PALMER, Gerald L. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07) | |
| Palmer, James A. | MSgt | 2025 | In 1961 Jim joined the United States Air Force. He served with the Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observation Group, also known as SOG a unit that conducted clandestine missions into North Vietnam where he supplied close air support with SOG Team-54 and again in 1965 with SOG Team-59. He was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon, The National Defense Medal, The Meritorious Service Metal, The Air Force Outstanding Unit Citation with one Bronze Star, The Armed Forces Expeditionary Ribbon, The Vietnam Service Ribbon with Two Bronze Stars, The Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Ribbon. He also served with USAFSS, a branch of the Air Force tasked with monitoring, collecting, and interpreting military voice and electronic signals in countries of interest. He retired in 1984. | |
| PALMER, Marvin Dean | unk | 2015 | Linguist, Taiwan | |
| PALMER, Millard Fillmore (Pete) | Maj | 2013 | US Navy during WWII, Entered USAF in 1951 - more info please | |
| PALUMBO, Dennis Gus | Unk | 2014 | RU-linguist (enlisted arbne), Intel Officer (commissioned) - 6940th Tech Training Group, 6985th Security Squadron, and 6988th Security Squadron, Lowry AFB, CO, Wright-Pat AFB | |
| Panneton, Ernest W. | A1C | 2021 | Ernie met his wife Helga (Brandes). He served in the U.S. Air Force with the 6913th RSM in Bremerhaven, Germany on "C" Flight from 1961-63 | |
| PANTER, William H. | CMSgt | 1984 | Asgn Vietnam, Chicksands; died in Scotland | |
| PAP, John W. | Unk | 2004 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1959-62 | |
| PAPE, Harold L. Sr. | SMSgt | 2002 | 1960s Instructor @ Goodfellow; | |
| PAPPASSI, Paul J. | Maj | 2004 | Many years in the USAFSS CBPO on Security Hill; asgn Eglin 1955 | |
| PARENDES, Richard W. "Rick the Greek" | Unk | 2010 | 1950s/60s Rhein Mein linguist; NSA retiree | |
| PARIS, Leonard B. | MSgt | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) But AF career was in radio repair | |
| PARK, Michael | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist asgn Korea, Hawaii, NSA | |
| PARKER, Donald W. | Maj | 2018 | Intel officer and Chinese linguist; Vietnam, Yakota, and Goodfellow | |
| PARKER, Earl M. Jr. | MSgt | 2001 | Asgn Misawa 1971 | |
| PARKER, Gary W. | TSgt | 2002 | Abrn Maint asgn Yokota on B-50/C-130; Goodfellow simulator. | |
| Parker, Phillip A. | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF and attended Syracuse University language school where he studied and became fluent in Russian. He was then stationed in England at RAF Chicksands, working in the intelligence sector. It was there he met his wife Gillian, who lived in the nearby town of Bedford. After separating from the service, he had an exceptional and accomplished career in the FBI, retiring as the Deputy Assistant Director of the Counterintelligence Division after 20 years of service. His assignments included Seattle, Washington, and Monterey, California language school; yet most of his years were spent in Washington D.C. at FBI Headquarters, the Washington Field Office, and the National War College. Fluent in Russian, Spanish and Bulgarian, he had a leading role in the intelligence war against the KGB. He led the investigations for many high-profile spy cases, two of which were featured in the books “The Spy Who Got Away” and “Cassidy’s Run,” by David Wise. He retired in 1987 and was honored to receive the National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal that same year. | ||
| PARKER, Rosser L. | SMSgt | 2004 | Worked in voice section @ Darmstadt; retired from NSA | |
| PARKER, Stanley L. "Stan" | MSgt | 2004 | Asgn Ft. Meade, Shemya. Settled in San Angelo serving veteran population. | |
| PARKER, Stephen L. | A1C | 2008 | 292x2, Misawa 1971 | |
| Parker, William W. | 2022 | William “Spanky” Parker was assigned to the 6924th ESS. | ||
| PARKS, Michael Stacy | SMSgt | 2018 | Vietnamese linguist, JTF-FA Hanoi (multiple tours); 17 TRS Supt, Goodfellow | |
| PARKS, Ralph V. Jr. "Smedley" | SSgt | 2004 | Polish linguist asgn 6916th/Rhein Main; then radio op in air/sea rescue; USAFSS Polish/Russian linguist. 1959-64, 6916th (et al), Rhine Main AB, Germany, 1964-66, Hqs, USAFSS Spec Com, Kelly AFB, TX., 1966-67, 762nd Radar Sq, North Truro, MA/553rd Tac Recon Wg, Otis AFB, MA., 1967-68, 554th Tac Recon Sq, (Batcat), Khorat RTAB, Thailand, 1968-69, 966th AEW&C Sq, McCoy AFB, FL., 1969-70, 7240th Supt Sq (Embassy), Oslo, Norway, 1970-71, 4392nd Supt Gp (SAC), Vandenberg AFB, CA., 1971-72, 39th ARR Sq, Cam Ranh Bay AB, Vietnam, 1973 4392nd CAM Sq (SAC), Vandenberg AFB, CA. 1973-74, 7th ABCCC, Khorat RTAB, Thailand, 1974-76, 962nd AEW&C Sq, McClellan AFB, CA., 1976-78 (Retirement), Det 1, 20th Air Division (ADC), Homestead AFB, FL., 7,000 total flying hours, 1,200 combat flying hours. 38 "saves" while in rescue. ACFT: C-130A/B, RC-121R, C-121C, EC-121-D/H/N/P/Q, VC-47B, VC-117A, VT-29B, HC-130H/N/P, RC-130B/E. | |
| PARKS, Russell | CMSgt | 2016 | more info please | |
| PARKS, William E. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07) | |
| PARNELL, Joel D. | A2C | 1982 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| PARNES, Norman T. | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Admin/Personnel Cmd Hq, PACAF, England, Europe,Scotland; DIA | |
| PARR, George E. | Col/GS | 1983 | Communicator; was the first SS liaison @ Hq AF | |
| PARR, Ralph | SMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer 202 @ 6921st | |
| PARR, Terrance (Pappy) | unk | 2013 | X-1 at Udorn and Ramasan | |
| PARRISH, Ernest (Ernie) | TSgt | 1995 | Russian Linguist - Area specialist @ Elmendorf; killed in E3A AWACS acc at Elmendorf AFB, Alaska | |
| PARRISH, Martin | Capt | Unk | Cmdr, Ops: Det 1 6923RSM (6924SS) Da Nang 62-63. | |
| PARRISH, Sam | Unk | 2011 | COMSEC vet asgn Det 5 Hickam 1953-55 | |
| PARSELL, Troy C. | Unk | 2006 | 293X0 asgn Misawa 1958 | |
| PARSONS, Harry L. III | SSgt | 1981 | Opr/ASRP @ Eielson; killed in RC135 COBRA BALL acc @ Shemya | |
| PARTINGTON, David | TSgt | 2020 | Signals op | |
| PASCARELLI, Richard M. | Unk | 2012 | Misawa | |
| PASCHALL, Charles Frederick "Ernie" | MSgt | 2011 | 23-yrs in USAF, 1A8 Arab Linguist; Athens, Ft Meade; GMS at 31st IS after airborne career; legendary Iraqi analyst during DESERT SHIELD/STORM. | |
| PASHADE, George T. | Unk | 1990 | Asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| Pasquarelli, James V. | 2023 | He tested well for foreign languages and was sent to Yale’s Institute of Asian Studies for 18 months, excelling in Chinese and launching his career. Jim would have been successful at whatever he chose to do. He chose to serve his country, first in the Air Force from 1958-1967, then as a U.S. Intelligence officer at CIA and NSA until 1993. He retired at 52, not because he wanted to relax, but because after 35 years of service, he said, “It’s been great, but I just want to do something else.” In 2004, he returned part-time to NSA where he developed a 2-week curriculum to train new analysts in the art of intelligence analysis. As an Air Force enlistee on his first overseas tour in Okinawa, Japan, in the early 60’s, a friend taught him the basics of the guitar. Later, he brought these talents to his class at the Armed Forces Staff College and to overseas assignments in Germany and Japan in the 1980’s. He played outfield on the Air Force championship softball team that toured U.S. bases in the Pacific in the 1960’s. | ||
| PASQUINO, Paul J. | unk | 2015 | 672, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1963-66 | |
| PATCHELL, Robert L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PATE, Michael | MSgt | 2019 | Russian linguist; Karamursel, Wakkanai, Chicksands, Ft Meade, Bad Aibling, Iraklion, and Kelly | |
| PATERNO, Larry | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PATERNO, Robert G. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PATTERSON, Billy | Unk | 2018 | more info please | |
| PATTERSON, David D. | MSgt | 1999 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| PATTERSON, Douglas | SSgt | 2011 | 207X1, Crete - 76-78 and 81-83 | |
| PATTERSON, Gerald D. | Unk | 1997 | Airborne 292/207 @ Yokota early 60s. | |
| PATTERSON, Joe C. "Joe Pat" | GS | 2001 | Airborne Division, DCS Engineering, Hq USAFSS (EC-47, et al.) | |
| Patterson, Michael | 2025 | Mike rest in peace. This country will never fully know what Mike accomplished for this country. Mike was a good friend and I'll miss his presence. RIP. //George Honsaker// | ||
| PATTILLO, Jimmy R. | Unk | 2018 | Linguist, 4 years; Indiana Univ, Hof am Saale, Germany | |
| PATTON, Kenneth C. | MSgt | 2003 | 292X1 asgn Det 2, 6994th in 1968, Japan, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PAUGH, Eddie M. | GS | 2007 | 292X1 asgn Bremerhaven 1962-65; civ @ NSA to retirement 1995/96 | |
| PAUL, Norman L. | Col | 2002 | Staff Judge Advocate/USAFSS, Clark, Chief Judge Far East. | |
| Pauley, Leo Edward | SMSgt | 2020 | He served in the USAF for 28 years. He then worked 16 years in Civil Service. While serving in the Air Force Leo was able to travel the world, he went to Crete, Australia, Germany, Japan, and numerous US States. According to Dennis Buxton, 'Leo was a great, fun guy to be around “Back in the day” we shared many an adult beverage and laugh together!' He joined the USAF serving 28 years. He then worked 16 years in Civil Service, attaining GG-13. While serving in the Air Force Leo was able to travel the world, he went to Crete, Australia, Germany, Japan, and numerous US States. | |
| PAULI, William R. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| PAULSON, Kerm | Unk | 2002 | USAFSS 6910th Vet | |
| Pavlishin, Edward J. | MSgt | 2021 | Ed enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1969. He went on to receive training in communications electronics systems at Keesler Air Force Base (Biloxi, MS). He was then stationed at San Vito dei Normanni Air Station (Brindisi, Italy) as a Tech Sergeant. While stationed in Italy, Ed received the Air Force Achievement Medal as an administration technician with 6917th Electronic Security Group. Ed’s lifelong friend, Denny Bavaria, recalls meeting Ed for the first time at San Vito, “He had black, slicked back hair and black glasses. He looked like he was straight out of the TV program 77 Sunset Strip!” While in Italy, Ed, Denny, Jon Horvath, and Harold “Cookie” Murphy got the nickname the “Wild Bunch” from a senior advisor to the Commander of the base. Needless to say, they had a reputation around the base and Southern Italy. Ed’s military service brought him to Taiwan, where he met and married, Alice LuLu Shen. In 1973, they returned to the United States and where Ed was stationed at Langley Air Force Base (Hampton, VA). In 1982, Ed accepted a foreign assignment that brought him back to San Vito Air Station— this time as a family man. After three years, Ed was assigned to US Central Command under General Norman Schwarzkopf at MacDill Air Force Base (Tampa, FL). Following 23 years of service, Ed retired as a Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force. | |
| PAXTON, James "Jim" | LCol | 1996 | COMSEC Opns, was Dir COMSEC Opns when retired | |
| PAYNE, Aubrey O. | Cpl | 1993 | 788X - Misawa 1950 | |
| PAYNE, Charles M (Marion) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PAYNE, Gregory T. | TSgt | 2008 | EW Tech asgn Osan, Kadena, Hurlburt; numerous asgn to Iraqi/Enduring Freedom | |
| PAYNE, Joseph F. | Maj | Unk | Asgn Kirknewton 1960-63 as Captain | |
| PAYNE, Kenneth J. | Col | 2007 | Prof Engr (Civil); baloon/aircraft pilot; asgn Pearl Harbor 12/7/41; Hq USAFSS/CE | |
| PAYNE, Norman E. | CMSgt | 2018 | USAFSS Comms pro; Alaska, Turkey, Okinawa, Taiwan, Goodfellow | |
| PAYNE, Robert Henry "Hank" | Unk | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Hq, 6910 RGM, et al | |
| PEACE, Ernest R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PEACH, Fred C. | unk | 2014 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt - 1960-64 | |
| PEACHER, Don C. | SMSgt | 2001 | AFSS 1960-68, Cryptographer, AFSCC, Bremerhaven, Ger & Japan | |
| PEARSON, Charles S. | MSgt | 2007 | Hq USAFSS Chief Clerk; asgn Vietnam | |
| PEARSON, David | Unk | 2011 | AMT - Eielson AFB | |
| PEARSON, James H. | SMSgt | 2018 | 1949 - 1972; need more info | |
| PEARSON, John T. Sr. | GS | 2008 | 38 yr USAFSS service as military and civilian contractor | |
| PECHACEK, Harvey B. | Unk | 2019 | 6911th - Darmstadt | |
| PECHMANN, ROBERT A. | A1C | 2003 | in Misawa 57- | |
| PECK, Neil P. | Unk | 2010 | Morse op asgn Bremerhaven, St Lawrence in early 60s | |
| PEDERSEN, Tommy D. | Sgt | 2019 | more info please | |
| PEDRO, Vernon L. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| PEER, Charlotte K. "Charlie" | GS | 2007 | Early 202X0 joined USAFSS right after Korea began; helped establish Chicksands | |
| PEER, William | CMSgt | 2011 | R20890, 20270 - 6912th, Berlin 62-65, 72-76, 6986th Wakkanai 68-72, GAFB 59-62, 65-68, Germany, Japan, Korea, RAF Chicksands 53-55. 203 - RU Ling, Chicksands, Wakkanai, Berlin, Goodfellow | |
| PEET, E. C. "Ned" | Unk | 2002 | 2nd RSM/Darmstadt Vet. | |
| Pelikan, Jonathan N. | Sgt | 2024 | In March of 1984, Jonathan joined the USAF and served for 5 years as a cryptologic linguist. He received an honorable discharge and moved to Orlando, Florida. Jonathan obtained his EMT license in Florida and worked for several years until he completed the requirements to pursue his Physician's Assistant degree. He was accepted at Emory University and obtained his Physician Assistant degree on December 22, 2007. He loved serving in the military and in 2009, after receiving an age waiver, he returned to service in the United States Army as a Physician's Assistant. He was stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska where his unit was sent over to serve in the Gulf War. While in Afghanistan, he served one year at a remote location and received the bronze star for heroism under fire. When he returned to Fairbanks, Alaska, he was sent on temporary duty to the Marshall Islands where he obtained his Master Divers License. | |
| PELLAGE, Richard | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| Pellegrini, Mary L., ESC | 2025 | She enlisted in the USAF as a Russian Cryptologic Linguist in 1982. She served in the military for 21 years at Iraklion Air Station, Greece, Fort Meade in Laurel, Maryland, and Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu, Hawaii, with two tours of duty at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. Mary's awards over the course of her military and service career include the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, and the Northrup Grumman Guardian of Freedom Award (2005 and 2006). | ||
| PELLITTERE, Frank V. | unk | 2014 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt 292 1964-66 | |
| PEMBERTON, Roger A. | unk | 2014 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1958-60 | |
| PENDERGAST, Tom C. | TSgt | 2007 | Analyst asgn Chicksands late 60s | |
| PENDERGRASS, Olan M | SSgt | 2007 | 6990 Scty Gp - AFSC 30153 | |
| PENN, Thomas | TSgt | 2019 | Need More information please | |
| PENNY, Bobby L. C. | A1C | 1999 | Asgn Misawa 1972- | |
| PENTECOST, Edwin "Ed" | GS | 2006 | USAFSS vet; Senior Intel Off w/FTD; case off w/Det 2 Special Activities Center | |
| PENTICO, Arthur L. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07 1960-04 1961-01) | |
| Penton, Leonard W. | Maj | 2022 | He enlisted in the Air Force at 17, and subsequently spent 21 years serving his country, seeing much of the world, and attaining the rank of Major. In his time in the military, he learned Russian as part of the Security Service; earned three college degrees, including an MBA; was selected for officer; and became a navigator, primarily on C-130 aircraft. Following information provided by Larry Tart: Russian linguist at Misawa, Wakkanai, Yokota, Rhein-Main, & Incirlik (5663). Via AECP became C-130 navigator (including flying as nav on 130B's fm Yokota & Cam Ranh Bay. Moved on to ASD/WPAFB--retiring in 77. | |
| PERAZZELLA, Francis W. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10 1958-04) | |
| PERCHES, Manuel J. | unk | 2016 | WWII veteran - retired from HQ ESC in 1985 | |
| PERENIC, Ronald H. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PERKINS, Jackson E. | A2C | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) Taiwan | |
| PERKINS, Jan R. | UNK | 1996 | Misawa 1959- | |
| PERKINS, Larry L. | Unk | 1996 | T4, Misawa 1977-78 | |
| PERKINSON, Remus O. Jr | TSgt | 2006 | Misawa 1966 | |
| PERLETH, James B. | MSgt | 2010 | 292XX asgn Wakkanai, Yokota, Rhein-Main, Misawa, Offutt | |
| PERLINI, Robert A. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10) | |
| Perras, Alfred J. | A1C | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1955 and served his country proudly as an Airman First Class, Radio Intercept Operator until 1958 when he was honorably discharged. | |
| PERRIGO, Duane L. | MSgt | 1995 | 753x, Misawa 1962-63 | |
| Perrin, William F. | 2022 | After serving in the Air Force as a Czech linguist assigned to Germany, he returned to San Diego and studied at SDSU and later at UCLA, where he got his Ph.D., specializing in the biology of dolphins. | ||
| PERRO, Duncan I. | Unk | 1984 | 292XX asgn Misawa 1963 | |
| PERRY, Harold H. "Hal" | Lt Col | 2005 | Asgn Ch/Admin Hq USAFSS, Chicksands, CC of 6918th/Hakata in Japan | |
| Perry, James A., Capt, USAFSS 20 | Capt | 2022 | He entered the U.S. Air Force in 1958. During his tour of duty as an intelligence officer, he was assigned to the U.S. Air Force Security Service and stationed at NSA, Fort Meade, Md. Upon his discharge as a Captain in 1961 he returned to Portland. | |
| PERRY, Russell M. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| PETERS, Danette R. "Dani" | CMSgt | 2016 | Russian Linguist, Computer Programmer, First Sgt - 1981-2011 | |
| PETERS, Harry M. | TSgt | 2006 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| Peters, James E. | SSgt | 2023 | After graduating high school in 1950, he served four years in the Air Force with basic training at Lackland in San Antonio, Texas, technical training at Keesler in Biloxi, Mississippi, and more training at Brooks, also in San Antonio. He was then assigned to the Aleutian Islands where he participated in electronics surveillance activities as part of intelligence gathering by the Air Force Security Service Command. He was honorably discharged in 1954. | |
| Peters, Joe F. | 2023 | He enlisted in the Air Force on May 30, 1956. After Basic Training he was assigned to US Air Force Security Service. He attended and graduated from Russian language school at Syracuse University and served overseas in Japan from 1957-58. From 1958-59 he attended USMA Prep School. In 1959 he won a competitive appointment to the USAF Academy, which he attended from 1959-63. He became a pilot. He retired from active duty on September 30, 1980. He served two tours in Vietnam. | ||
| PETERS, Kenneth J. | TSgt | 1979 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| PETERSEN, Robert D. | Lt Col | 2016 | ||
| PETERSEN, Ted A. "Tap" | SMSgt | 2017 | Airborne Russian linguist, AMS; Alaska, Turkey, Offutt, Germany, England | |
| Peterson, Dennis C. | 2023 | Dennis enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in August 1954. He attended the Air Force Security Service Technical School and was designated a Radio Traffic Intercept Analyst. Prior to departing the United States for his first overseas assignment, Dennis returned to graduate at the top of his class at Washburn High School in 1955. Dennis served in Germany from June 1955 to June 1958. Dennis was recruited by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and passed a rigorous interview and polygraph process, entering duty with the agency in June 1962. He would serve under President Kennedy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. During this time, he met and ultimately married the love of his life Joan (Baucom) Peterson, who also worked within the Intelligence Community. They were blessed to have more than 43 years together. His career in the United States Intelligence Community spanned more than 60 years through the dawn of the Soviet space program with Sputnik, until the collapse of the USSR. His tenure also saw the rise of other threats during the Global War on Terrorism and into the New Cold War Era with emerging threats from peer adversaries such as China and Russia. Dennis retired from the CIA with more than 32 years of service in 1994 and was awarded the Intelligence Medal of Merit as one of the pioneers that policymakers relied upon heavily during the height of the Cold War. | ||
| Peterson, Don Lee | Colonel | 2025 | He joined the USAF and after completing Officer Training School and pilot training soon joined USAF Security Service, which focused on national security, intelligence and surveillance. He rose quickly through the ranks as a highly decorated, often promoted and respected leader. He was selected to attend the Air War College, earning a master’s degree and later was promoted to Full Colonel "under the zone". The family moved 14 times in 18 years, including 7 years in Turkey, Germany and Italy, He became the Deputy Athletic Director and head of the PE Department of the USAF Academy in Colorado Springs, his final post that would allow their two youngest daughters to attend just one high school. After his 35-year Air Force career, he also worked for the U.S. Amateur Boxing Association at the Olympic Training Center the Denver Post Senior PGA Tournament of Champions event and Excell Consulting. He Dad is survived by his children: son Don Jr. (Cindy), Lisa Doepken, Page Peterson and Kathy Peterson. //Obit – Seattle Times// | |
| PETERSON, James D. | Sgt | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1965-04), 6988th SS, 6990th SS; IFEL 1965-04 | |
| Peterson, John R. | 2023 | He served as a Chinese language specialist in the Security Service. Upon discharge, he was an instructor of Chinese in the military's language program at Yale. He was a graduate of the University of Michigan where he pursued his PhD in Chinese Linguistics. | ||
| PETERSON, Morton B. | Unk | 1992 | Need info please | |
| PETIT, David R. (Dave) | unk | 2015 | 202 - Able Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1963-66 | |
| PETRIE, James E. "Jim" | MSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'timer Chinese linguist from 1959, retired and resided in Taipei, Taiwan | |
| PETROCHILOS, George P. | MSgt | 1958 | Romanian linguist; killed in Sep 2, 1958 shoot down of ACRP C130 | |
| PETT, Ronald E. "Ron" | Maj | 2008 | Supply officer asgn Tokyo, Zweibrucken | |
| PETTIS, Joseph D. | Unk | 1995 | 363XX asgn Misawa 1958-60 | |
| Petty, Rex E. | MSgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF serving 20 years all around world. After the military, he was a civil servant for 22 years at Lackland AFB, TX. He was assigned to USAFSS per Facebook post. | |
| PETTYJOHN, Don "PJ" | CMSgt | 2002 | 292 asgn San Vito late 60s, Iraklion, Clark, Pensacola, Misawa, Edzell | |
| PETZ, Lyle E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PFEIFFER, Larry "Chuck" | Col | 1994 | Cmd Hq Staff Off | |
| PFISTER, Robert | SMSgt | 2014 | Comm Collections Systems Supt - Misawa AB Japan Kadena AB Japan Pleiku AB RVN Mather AFB CA Kelly AFB TX | |
| PFLUEGER, Walter W. | Maj | 1996 | Svc in WWII, Korea. Asgn Ft Myer, VA; Darmstadt; Karamursel; Wright Pat; NSA. | |
| PHELPS, CLIFTON O. | SSgt | 1970 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| Phelps, Robert J. | 2021 | In September of 1956, Bob enlisted in the United Sates Air Force and served the next four years in the secure communications field with the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) Command, initially as an intercept radio operator and later, in Material Management. Shortly after his discharge from the USAF in September 1960, Bob was hired back into the USAFSS in San Antonio, Texas, as a federal employee, where he worked until his retirement in various assignments in the secure communications field of USAF Intelligence in 1995. | ||
| PHILLIPS, James B. Jr. | Unk | Unk | Asgn Misawa 1958-60 | |
| PHILLIPS, Wade W. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. 6987th, Taiwan. Later commissioned. | |
| Phillips, Wendell H. | Sgt | 2023 | Wendell served 3 years in USAF during the Vietnam War. According to a Facebook post, he attended Mandarin Chinese Class @ DLI 8/65 - 3/66, and Goodfellow training mid-66, and finally at SLK from 8/66 thru 12/68. | |
| PHINNEY, Bruce W | A1C | 2001 | Yale '62 and 4 years at Linkou | |
| PICCIUOLO, Jules | MSgt | 2002 | RT controller @ Darmstadt, Chicksands (1965-1968) | |
| PICKARD, Albert "Al" | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Landsberg early 50s then 28 yrs w/CIA | |
| PICKARD, Billy | CMSgt | 2003 | 30 years w/USAFSS during 60s/70s/80s. Msn supervisor. COPES advance man. | |
| PICKARD, Wilma A. | GS | 2009 | Worked as Program Review @ Hq USAF/IN | |
| Pickell, Bertram | CMSgt | 2025 | In August 1973, Bertram enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Morse Systems Intercept Operator. He completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. He earned an associate degree from the Community College of the Air Force in Communications Technology. He completed all levels of professional military education in residence. While attending the NCO Leadership School, Chief Pickell garnered the Commandant’s Distinguished Graduate and Fitness Award. Chief Pickell had many stateside and overseas assignments during his 30-year career to include: Kessler AFB, Mississippi; San Vito Air Station, Brindisi, Italy; Shu Lin Kou Air Station, Republic of China, Taiwan; Misawa Air Base, Japan; 450th Intelligence Group, RAF Chicksands, United Kingdom; Clark Air Base, in the Philippines; Kelly AFB. Chief Pickell’s military awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with four oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Joint Meritorious Unit Award, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with five oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award with six oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with eight oak leaf clusters, and the National Defense Service Medal with bronze star. In addition, Chief Pickell received many other awards. Chief Pickell is survived by his wife the former Sho Fong Pickell of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. He is also survived by his son Richard (Rebecca) Pickell; daughter Michelle (Steve II), Colonna. //Obit – Mission Park Funeral// Just heard about Bert's passing; so sad. Bert and I served in Taiwan together many hears ago and I considered him a dear friend. Talk about someone with a zest for life! He was a passionate and dedicated man who led by example. Bert has created quite a legacy both in the military and in the community. I will miss my friend. I'll keep the family in my thoughts and prayers. Rest easy, Airman, your shift is done. //Ron "JJ" Graham// I was stationed with Bert at the 6917th, San Vito, Italy. We were fellow COMFY Olympics finalists in 1985. So sorry to learn of his passing. RIP Bert, and heartfelt condolences to family and friends. //Chris Messner// Fellow Ditty-Bopper stationed at Misawa AB 1977-78. Had good times... Glad I got to see you and talk for a bit a few months ago. RIP my friend!!! //Frank Cuevas// | |
| PICKENS, Parshall | unk | 2014 | Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Mississippi, Germany, Turkey and Goodfellow AFB | |
| PICKERING, Christopher T. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05) | |
| PICOLLI, Geno | CMSgt | 2017 | Morse op and First Sgt, Bremerhaven | |
| PIERANTONI, Robert (Bob) J. | CMSgt | 2011 | 202x, Elmendorf, HQ USAFSS, Vietnam, RAF Chicksands, San Vito, Taiwan, DaNang, Misawa 1966-68, 6981st 72-73 | |
| PIERCE, James W. | TSgt | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Vietnam, Crete, Hawaii | |
| PIERCE, Rupert F. | UNK | 1996 | 304XX - Misawa 1953 | |
| PIERSON, Harlan (Rick) | Sgt | 2015 | 202 - Goodfellow AFB (Student) 6931st Scty Sq. Baker Flight 202 1965-66 | |
| PIEST, Edwin J | Unk | 1995 | more info please | |
| PIFFER, Louis W. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-07) | |
| PIKE, Phillip B. "Bruce" | MSgt | 2005 | AMT asgn USAFSS | |
| PILLING, William T. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| PINER, Gordon T. | Unk | 1995 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| PIPER, Richard A. | A2C | 1978 | Misawa 1956 | |
| PIPKIN, Maurice E. III | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PIRKLE, Albert Q. | TSgt | 2017 | 6918th 292XX; Vietnam Vet | |
| PITCHFORD, John J. "Jack" | Col | 2009 | USAF COMSEC Center Commander at retirement; 7 yrs a POW in Vietnam | |
| Pitchford, Keith Owens | Maj | 2023 | Following graduation from Florida State University, he was commissioned by the USAF as a second lieutenant and assigned to Strategic Air Command at Travis Air Force Base. Following Travis, he took a brief assignment at Goodfellow AFB before being transferred to Hof Air Station in Germany. At Hof, he met and began dating Gail Ann Fox, an elementary school teacher for the air station. While they were dating, Keith received orders to deploy to Tan Son Nhut Air Base outside Saigon, Vietnam. Keith served for a year with the 13th Reconnaissance Technical Squadron at Tan Son Nhut before returning stateside in 1966 for a three-year assignment with the National Security Agency at Fort Meade, Maryland. In 1969, the family moved to Maxwell AFB in Montgomery, Alabama, where Keith was a Section Commander at Squadron Officer School and later became a Distinguished Graduate from the Air Command & Staff College. Keith returned to the Vietnam War in 1974. He served as Chief of Intelligence with the 56th Special Operations Wing at Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai Air Force Base (NKP), located in northern Thailand. Keith rejoined his family in the States in 1975, where he took a Post-Graduate Intelligence Course at the Defense Intelligence School. He then returned to Germany with his family for a four-year assignment at HQ U.S. European Command at Patch Barracks in Stuttgart. Keith's final Air Force assignment was with the USAF Electronic Security Command at NSA in Maryland. | |
| Pitcock, Gordon Terrell “Terry” | 2025 | He enlisted in the USAF and served as a linguist and was stationed in Turkey for a time, where he monitored and interpreted Russian communications. He honorably discharged in 1963. He met Linda Lou (Ross) when she came to deliver mail to his desk. He asked her out and they were married the following January 3, 1964. | ||
| PITHEY, James H. “Jim†| TSgt | 1997 | 6924SS Ramasun 71-72. | |
| PITMAN, Vester R. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01) | |
| PITNEY, James R. "Jim/Pitstop" | MSgt | 2002 | Chinese/ Spec Arabic linguist served Thailand, Taiwan, Okinawa, Athens; Abrn/Gnd.; USAFSS flyer with tours as follows: 6924th (Non Soong Thailand) 72-72, 6987th (Shu Lin Kou AS) 72-75, 6990th 75-79, 6916th 81-86=5, 6990th 85-88, 41st/Davis-Monthan 88-91. Flew on 135s, 130s, Cobra Ball & Compass Call. Retired, MSgt, 1991. | |
| PITTENGER, Ralph L. | SMSgt | 2019 | Joined the Army Air Force on Dec 16, 1948, subsequently stationed in Misawa, Japan. He served in Korea for 8 months and at McCord AFB in March 1954. He was stationed at Bremerhaven, Germany on 'C' flight as T/Sgt from 1955 - 58. Ralph was also stationed in Teheran, Iran, in 1959 and then moved to San Antonio, TX. He was also stationed at Onna Point, Okinawa and served in Vietnam at Danang. | |
| PITTMAN, Hoyt B. | MSgt | 2005 | USAFSS vet | |
| PITTMAN, Patrick S. | Sgt | 1985 | Need info please | |
| PITTMAN, William D. | GS | 1996 | Was one of the founding Directors of SSFCU | |
| PLACE, George W. | A2C | 1995 | 292x, Misawa 1967 | |
| Planinshek, John T. | A1C | 2020 | He joined the USAF and was stationed at Shiroi AFB (Japan) working on radio towers, reaching the rank of Airman First Class. He returned to the U.S. in 1957. In 1973 John was hired by the United States Intelligence Agency (USIA). He and Arlene moved with their two young sons to Laurel, MD. With the USIA, John traveled the world including Portugal, Hungary, Bulgaria, and many other countries working on communications devices. The majority of John's career was with the National Security Agency (NSA), where he worked from 1976 until his retirement in 1995. One of John's proudest accomplishments was his work on a teletype machine that was later displayed in the Smithsonian Museum. | |
| PLATT, Jerry Lee | Unk | 1992 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05) | |
| PLATTER, John J. | GS | 2001 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; retired NSA Deputy Director | |
| PLEASANTON, Russell J Jr | Unk | 2017 | 6918th (Hakata) | |
| PLEDGE, John | Maj | 1992 | Cmd Staff; little background known | |
| Pledger, Malcolm Ray | 2025 | He graduated from High School in 1952. He served in the US Air Force Security Service in the 29th Radio Squadron, Mobile and was stationed in Manila, Philippines. After leaving the USAF, he attended Walker College in Jasper where he studied engineering and played baseball. He continued in the USAF Reserves until 1960. | ||
| PLESSINGER, James E. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| PLUMLEE, Troy F. | Unk | 1994 | 293X0 asgn Misawa 1955-57 | |
| PLUMMER, Franklin D. | Unk | 1980 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 25 years | |
| PLUMMER, James | MSgt | 2000 | 202 @ Misawa. | |
| PLUNKETT, Larry L. | A1C | 2006 | Chinese linguist. Basic at Sanz. (IFEL 1960-10) 6987th, Taiwan. | |
| PLUSH, Robert L. | Capt | 1998 | Asgn Misawa | |
| PLYLER, James M. (Big Jim) | Unk | 1996 | 1st RSM - 1952 | |
| POER, Donald G. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-04) | |
| POFF, Edward H. | Lt Col | 2012 | Deputy Comdr at Iraklion about 1967-1970, served in Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Greece, and Thailand, also Personnel Officer for Electronic Security Command, 29 year career - B-24 pilot during WWII | |
| POGGE, Wesley H. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07) | |
| POHL, Kenneth Walter | unk | 2015 | Russian Linguist - Germany | |
| POHLPETER, ROYCE L. | Unk | 2007 | Asgn Misawa 202x 59- | |
| POINTER, David L. | Unk | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Misawa, Shulinkou, Clark, Osan, 6993rd/San Antonio | |
| POIRIER, Norman L. | MSgt | 2019 | Chinese linguist, Goodfellow instructor mid-70s | |
| POIRIER, Raymond D. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| POLANSKY, Jerry R. | CMSgt | 2010 | Asgn Hq USAFSS/ESC in 1970s and 80s | |
| POLANSKY, Marilyn | GS | 2010 | Asgn Hq USAFSS/ESC, wife of CMSgt Jerry Polansky | |
| POLITTE, Leroy Joseph | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| POLIVKA, Emil W. | Lt Col | 1978 | 26th RSM, 568th BS RAF Farmington, UK | |
| Polk, William F. | MSgt | 2024 | Bill retired from the military after a 22-year distinguished career with the US Air Force. After the military, he went to work as a defense contractor for L3 in Greenville for 22 years, where he also retired. He was a Spanish Linguist with assignments including Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska; Howard Air Force Base, Panama; and Hurlburt Field, Florida. | |
| POLLOCK, Roger L. | Capt | 2019 | Originally enlisted, commissioned; 6913th RSM Bremerhaven; SAC B-52 Gunner Vietnam era | |
| POMELOW, Carlton W. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| POMEROY, Michael C. (Mike) | SSgt | 1974 | 202 - Chicksands, UK and Elmendorf, AK | |
| Pond, Michael Grier | A1C | 2025 | Michael had a distinguished career, serving at the Department of Defense. He was also a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Jean Pond, and their children: son Michael Knowlen Pond of Mt. Airy, MD; daughter Erin Hogan of Westminster; and son Ryan Pond of Sykesville, MD. He is also mourned by his daughter-in law, Amy Pond. //Obit - Burrier-Queen Funeral Home & Crematory// Rest in Peace. You were a great husband, father, grandpa, uncle and brother-in-law. I especially enjoyed my trip to Garmisch Partenkirchen to visit in the 70's and the MG in the 60's, and our family trip to Harrogate in the 90's! You will be missed. Thank you for your service to our country. God bless you. //Joni and Steve Halpin// According to the USAF Security Service Facebook Page, he was a linguist that served in the 80’s and 90’s. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| PONTIUS, Casey J. | MSgt | 2019 | more info please | |
| POOL, George Hal | Unk | 2012 | Korean War Vet, 6925th RSM | |
| POOLE, Cecil Lamar | CMSgt | 2010 | Asgn 6912th | |
| POOLE, Eugene | Unk | 2016 | Arab linguist; 6916th Athens and Ft Meade | |
| POOLE, Randolph H (Randy) | Unk | 2016 | Korean linguist; Skivvy Nine, SUSLAK, and Ft Meade | |
| POPE, Francis H. | Cpl | 2000 | 788X - Misawa 1950 | |
| POPE, William "Willie" | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer fm WWII Rad Opr early Shift (Msn) Supv at 2nd RSM, Darmstadt, Ger | |
| POPIELARCZYK, William F. | Unk | 1981 | Asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| POPINO, Carl A. | Unk | 1980 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; cook | |
| POPLAWSKI, Ron | LCol | 1993 | Ops Off; Nav on SS Cmd AC | |
| POPP, Eric M. | unk | 2014 | Vietnam - 6918th | |
| POPP, Harlan W. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-03) | |
| PORRINO, Francis X. | Unk | 1979 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Chinese linguist; NSA | |
| PORTER, Joe B. | GS | 1993 | Ops Tech Adv Cmd Hq Staff; Navigator Cmd Flight Section; HoH 1984 | |
| Porter, Leonard “Mel” | 2021 | Mel was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was stationed in Scotland and was a Morse Code Interpreter. | ||
| PORTER, Melvin D. | CMSgt | 2014 | 1990 Hall of Honor inductee; Legendary COMSEC'er | |
| PORTER, Terry D. | MSgt | 1997 | Abrn linguist @ Rhein-Main/Yokota in late 60s, Misawa 68-71; ended career @ NSA | |
| Porter, Thomas | 2020 | In September 1949 he joined the US Air Force to see the world. While stationed in Germany he met and fell in love with his wife Hilda. He faithfully served the country for over 23 years in the US Air Force. While in the Air Force he initially served in the precursor to the Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency. He then transitioned and served as an Air Force Weather Technician, and finally completed his military career as an Air Force Diagnostic Imaging Technician, or more commonly referred to as an X-Ray technician. | ||
| PORTER, Thomas W. Jr. | GS | 2005 | Hq USAFSS Civil Engineering @ Kelly, Frankfurt | |
| POSEY, Bobbie Wayne | Unk | 2017 | Yokota, RG-50s vet; RJ program - Greenville, TX | |
| Potempa, Robert H. | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF 1965 and was assigned to 6950 Security Wing, Chicksands Base in England for 3 1/2 years as a Morse Code Interceptor. | ||
| POTH, Matthew W. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01) | |
| POTOCZEK, Leo | Unk | 2002 | 292X2 USAFSS 6917th RSM Vet 1968-71. | |
| Potter, Milton “Pat” | MSgt | 2020 | While in the Army, he was posted in allied-occupied Germany for two years as part of the 1st Infantry Division. A few years later he enlisted in the Air Force. While stationed at Carswell AFB in Fort Worth, TX he met Evelyn “Edie” Vecera on a blind date. A year later, on Aug. 24, 1957. The couple began their life in Vernon, TX before moving to Eglin AFB in Florida. Pat was later stationed with his growing family to Yokota AFB in Japan. Pat became an instructor at Goodfellow AFB and moved with his family to San Angelo in 1967. He served in Vietnam in 1970-71 and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Military Merit Medal. Pat retired from a successful career in the Air Force as a Master Sergeant in 1974 after dedicating a total of 25 years of service to his country. | |
| POTTHOFF, George E. | Unk | 1975 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| POU, Albert J. | TSgt | 2013 | Spanish linguist, Key West and Offutt | |
| POU, Ralston J. | Unk | 1985 | 292x1, Misawa 1957 | |
| POVILAITIS, Carl G. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01, 1960-01) Later civilian instructor at both IFEL and DLI, Monterey. | |
| Powell, Charles E. | Colonel | 2020 | He started college at Arkansas College and transferred to the United States Naval Academy where he graduated in 1954 with a B. S. in General Engineering and was commissioned into the USAF. His 30-year Air Force career included pilot for SC-54s C-124s, KB50Js and HC-130s. His mission aerial refueling missions supporting reconnaissance activities in the Cuban Missile Crisis. He also served in Vietnam where he was a Rescue Crew Commander and Airborne Mission Commander. In Vietnam, Col. Powell flew 168 combat missions and was credited with 14 combat “saves.” He also participated in the planning and execution of the Son Tay POW Camp raid. Across his career he logged over 6,700 flying hours and was awarded a multitude of medals including the Distinguished Flying Cross. His assignment on June 24, 1980 was to command the 3480th Technical Training Wing, Goodfellow AFB, Texas. He was named “Citizen of the Year” by the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce (1982), received the “Distinguished Citizen of the Year” award from the Boy Scouts of Southwest Texas (2015), inducted as an Honorary CMSgt” by Goodfellow Air Force Base (2016), and honored as “Veteran of the Year” at Angelo State University (2019). According to the Concho Valley, '“Goodfellow is here because Charlie Powell was here. When he came to Goodfellow in 1980 the base was on the closure list. Four years later when he retired, Goodfellow was not only not on the closure list, it was named a technical training center. Goodfellow went from a sleepy, single-mission, WWII-looking base to this vibrant, growing, multi-mission, ultra-modern facility that you see today. That was because of Charlie Powell. His influence is incredible,” said Dr. John Garrett, who retired as the base’s historian last year.' Concho Valley News coverage on Col Powell’s passing can be found at https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/news-connection/remembering-col-charlespowell | |
| Powell, Joanne, Civilian | 2021 | She grew up in Nashville with her childhood sweetheart Charles Powell, graduated from Southern Arkansas University, and married Charles in December 1954, six months after he graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy. From that moment on, wherever life took them, their lives were as one, until he left this world on July 2, 2020. JoAnne was a nomadic Air Force wife for over thirty years, finally settling in San Angelo with Charles’s final assignment at Goodfellow AFB. Once here, JoAnne began to work her magic on base and in the community. She revived the Goodfellow Officer’s Wives Club and started the Christmas Bazaar (now Santa’s Village). In 1984, she became the District Office manager and area staff aide to Congressman Tom Loeffler, and continued in that position serving three more members of Congress, Congressman Lamar Smith, Congressman Michael Conaway and Congressman August Pfluger. JoAnne took great joy in solving problems for the constituents throughout the district. For her it didn’t matter who they had voted for, what family they came from, how much education they had or what their jobs were. They were people with problems who needed her, and she was always there to stand for them. From the GAFB Wing Commander: Subject: Legacy of Goodfellow -- Passing of Mrs. JoAnne Powell Raiders, "It is with heavy heart and deep sadness that I announce the passing of a true pillar within the San Angelo community and Goodfellow family, Mrs. JoAnne Powell. Mrs. Powell was the spouse of former Goodfellow Air Force Base Commander Colonel Charles Powell who led the base from 24 June 1980 – 10 July 1984. Following her spouse Charlie’s retirement from the Air Force, the Powell’s remained here in San Angelo. JoAnne took the path of public service and worked tirelessly for the constituents of the 11th District of Texas for over 35 years in San Angelo’s Congressional Office. She aided four congressmen in that time span and her influence helped avert Goodfellow from being closed during the Base Realignment and Closure program of the 1980’s. For countless years, JoAnne remained a staunch advocate for Goodfellow and the military as a whole. She helped secure several appointments for members seeking admission to the various service academies and was truly a respected voice of the community. Please keep Mrs. JoAnne Powell and her family in your thoughts and prayers. JoAnne’s legacy at Goodfellow and within San Angelo will not be forgotten. She will be sorely missed by all. It is my honor to serve, ANDRES R. NAZARIO, Colonel, USAF Commander, 17th Training Wing." | ||
| POWELL, Norma J. | GS | 2008 | Asgn Hq USAFSS 25 yrs | |
| POWELL, Richard "Dick" | CMSgt | 2001 | Comm center manager asgd Germany, Turkey, England. | |
| POWELL, Timothy J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| POWELL, William Y. "Bill" | LtCol | 2009 | Hq USAFSS/ESC Operations | |
| Power, William Stanley “Stan” | 2025 | After attending a year of college at Clemson University, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served from 1969 to 1972. He served two tours in Vietnam as a linguist specialist/interpreter. He spent time in both Danang, Vietnam and Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, completing over 250 missions and earning 3 Air Medals with Oak Leaf Clusters and one Distinguished Flying Cross. | ||
| POWERS, Kenneth H. | Col | 1991 | Dep CC Kadena, CC Wakkanai & Ft Meade | |
| POYNTER, Charles F. Jr | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PRATER, Roy William | Maj | 2012 | Served in ESC as DO of the 6918th at Sembach, GE. Additional tours of duty included Vietnam; Webb AFB, TX; Rickenbacker AFB, OH; Dyess AFB, Texas; San Antonio, Texas; and Ft. Meade, Maryland | |
| PRATHER, Norman | SSgt | 2002 | 202 asgn 6924th/Danang | |
| PRATTI, Robert F. | unk | 2013 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1964-66 | |
| PREHM, Raymond R. | A1C | 1968 | 622x, Misawa, 1953- | |
| Prehn, Gerald G. | SSgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF during the Korean War in 1951. While still in the Air Force, he attended the University of Syracuse and was certified in the USAFIT intensive Russian language program which served him well in his subsequent role with the CIA. He was discharged from the USAF in 1954 with the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was a retired CIA senior intelligence and executive officer in the Directorate of Operations. Jerry joined the CIA in 1958 and served in a number of senior positions in Washington, DC and abroad in Moscow, Vienna, Munich, London, and Ottawa, including as Chief of Station in two postings and subsequently as Chief of the Agency Congressional Liaison Division, and Chief of the National Defector Operations Center. His Moscow assignment (1963-1966) occurred in the aftermath of the Cuban Missile Crisis, during the overthrow of Premier Khrushchev, the assassination of President Kennedy and of the signing of the first US - USSR Atomic Energy Agreement in which he participated. | |
| PRESLAR, Michael D. "Mike" | MSgt | 2002 | 292 Asgn Danang '65; 721 combat missions @ Tan Son Nhut/94th; HoH Member 1985; 6948 SS, Kelly AFB | |
| PRESLEY, Terrell G. | UNK | 2010 | 6918th, Hakata | |
| PRESSLEY, Henry E. Jr. "Chat" | GS | 2001 | SS OlTimer fm 50's; Cmd Policy adviser to Plans&Prog. | |
| Prevott, James A. | 2021 | In 2014, after 29 years of service, he retired from the United States Air Force Federal Civilian Service, working in the Air Force Intelligence Command. According to Ronald Weaver, "My condolences to the Prevott family for the loss of James. I am proud to have worked closely with Jim at the 690 CSS/IP division. He was a hard working computer expert who always had a smile for his co-workers. I will miss Jim as will his family. Rest in peace my friend. Ronald Weaver." | ||
| Price, Bob J. | 2023 | Bob served four years in the Air Force Security Service and was stationed in Darmstadt, Germany, where he worked as a cryptographer. Bob returned to the states in 1956. | ||
| PRICE, Donald Lamar Sr. | Unk | 2011 | San Antonio, 1950-1969, retired at NSA 1980 (more Info please); retired from USAFSS in 1980 with 32 years of service | |
| PRICE, Laroy | SSgt | 1958 | Flt Engineer, ACRP, lost in 9-2-58 C130 shoot down of C130 out of USASFE/SS 7406th | |
| PRICE, Paul D. | Maj | 2007 | 2nd RSM vet 1951; B52 navigator/bombardier | |
| PRICE, Robert "Bob" | MSgt | 2005 | COMSEC vet asgn Moriyama, Misawa in early 80s | |
| Price, William D. | TSgt | 2023 | Bill served with honor for 20 years in the US Air Force Security Service where he was a Morse System Supervisor. Bill received a commendation for providing immediate action regarding a distress signal from a Spanish vessel in which nine lives were saved. | |
| PRICE, William M. Jr. | Unk | 2010 | Morse op asgn Bremerhaven, Philippines, Vietnam, Sacramento early/mid 60s | |
| PRICHARD, Anna M. | GS | 1997 | Crypto; SS Ol'Timer fm '50 | |
| PRICHARD, Hal | Unk | 2001 | 2nd RSM vet. | |
| PRIDGEN, Grady C., Jr. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01) | |
| PRIDGEON, James H. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05) | |
| PRILLAMAN, Otis | Unk | 2007 | 363XX Maint asgn 1st RSM/Misawa 1953-54 | |
| PRINCE, Joseph F. | SMSgt | 1997 | A328 AMT asgn 6916th, 6988th, 6990th, Goodfellow | |
| PROBST, David L. | SMSgt | 2010 | Asgn March/Kelly AFB; Philippines, Taiwan, Germany, Japan, Scotland. 292x, Misawa 1964 | |
| PROBST, Ernest Jr. (Ernie) | SSgt | 2010 | Elint supervisor in Hof, GE in early 60's - more info needed | |
| PROCTOR, Daniel A.K. (DAK) | Col | 2013 | Founding member of the Billy Mitchell Chapter of the AOC, an EW expert. Retired from ESC as Chief, Intelligence Research Division | |
| PROMOWITZ, Roger | Unk | 1995 | San Vito Able Flight Analyst (202X0) | |
| PROSISE, James W. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Darmstadt and Rhein Main (Radio Op) | |
| PROSSER, Frank J. | CMSgt | 2012 | 202x, Dayshop, Misawa 1962-65 | |
| PROVANCE, James A. | SMSgt | 2009 | Started in weather then Russian linguist; asgn Japan | |
| PRUISA, William E. | Unk | 2011 | 203x, T3, Misawa 1959-61, 1967 | |
| PRUITT, Earl L. | A1C | 2007 | Misawa 1966 | |
| PRYLINSKI, Norbert J. | Unk | 2005 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, - WWII, Korea and Vietnam Veteran | |
| PRYSZMONT, Edward S. | AlC | 197? | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger. | |
| PUCILLO, Patric M. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| PUCKETT, Gene | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PUCKETT, Ronald C. | Capt | 2006 | Mustang intell officer asgn Clark PI, Goodfellow, Udorn, Maxwell, Kelly | |
| PUCKETT, Russell E. | MSgt | 2018 | Comms analyst; Korean conflict, Korea, Turkey, PI, Germany, Italy, Hawaii; former owner of Kings Lounge near Security Hill | |
| Pugh, Larry R. | SMSgt | 2023 | Larry retired from the USAF after 29 years of service. According to a Facebook post, Larry was at Augsburg 72-74 and Misawa 74-76. In addition, he was stationed at San Vito. | |
| PUGMIRE, Robert C. | CMSgt | 2008 | Chinese linguist asgn 7 far east tours, 2 @ NSA, 3 @ USAFSS | |
| PULLEN, Doyle Alonzo | Unk | 1984 | 6918th RSM 202XX | |
| PULLIAM, Allen M. | SSgt | 2006 | 292 asgn Misawa 1971- | |
| PULLIAM, Andrew F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PURCELL, Charles | Unk | 1995 | 29271 asgn Goodfellow | |
| PURELLO, Alfred C. | 1st Lt | 2014 | Able and Easy Flights, 41st/6913thRSM, Bremerhaven GE., 1954-57 | |
| PURSER, William W. | Unk | 2003 | 202X0 Asgn 6910th/Landsberg 1951-54 | |
| PUTT, Donald L. | Lt Gen | 1988 | Hall of Honor 1995; AAC and USAF pioneer in scientific and technical intelligence. Air Technical Service Command/CC | |
| PY, Raymond L. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| PYEATT, William M. (Mike) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| PYLE, Rodney W. | UNK | 2010 | Misawa 1963 | |
| QUAVE, Ron | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| QUIGG, Albert H. "Al" | CMSgt | 2010 | Msn Supe @ San Vito, Chicksands, Bremerhaven | |
| QUIGGLE, James F. | LCol | 1985 | Need info please | |
| QUILLEN, Michael A. | unk | 2011 | Morse Op, Vietnam, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| QUINLAN, Richard E. | PFC | 2007 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1951- | |
| QUINN, Robert Joseph | Lt Col | 2018 | 30 year career; Hawaii - UK, Italy | |
| QUINTANILLA, Hector | LCol | 1998 | Intl Off in SS; Physicist fm St Mary's Univ; WWII vet in Pacific area | |
| RAABE, John C. | MSgt | 1992 | SS Ol'Timer w/21-yrs in SS; Cmd Staff, Shemya,Bremerhaven, Germany, Italy | |
| RAASCH, Ronald A. "Ronnie" | unk | 2015 | Korean War, 29th RSM | |
| RABOZZI, Robert J. | MSgt | 1998 | Early 202X0 just before Korean War began; asgn Far East, Germany, Chicksands | |
| RABURN, Thomas E. | CMSgt | 2003 | Msn Supvr @ Bremerhaven (54-57); WWII POW in Philippines. | |
| RACE, Harold | MSgt | 2009 | 203 asgn Area 11 1966- | |
| RACHELS, Gene Allan | CMSgt | 2013 | 28+ years USAFSS/ESC, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, JA | |
| RADICK, Jerry J. | Unk | 2009 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| RADIGAN, William J. Jr. "Bill" | Lt Col | 2014 | more info needed | |
| RADLEIN, Earl W. Jr. | A2C | 1956 | SS linguist/flyer; killed in RB-50 shot down Soviets in Sea of Japan | |
| RADMANN, Dennis P. | Unk | 2004 | Russian linguist asgn Kelly; | |
| RADZIMINSKI, Anthony "Ratso" | SMSgt | 2001 | Russian linguist @ Wakkanai, Berlin, Hof, Hq ESC | |
| RAETZ, John E. Jr. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| RAGAN, Marvin L. | MSgt | 1997 | Need info please | |
| RAGAZZO, Dominic P. | Unk | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| RAGSDALE, Francis C. "Frank" | Unk | 2011 | need info pls | |
| RAGSDALE, Melvin | MSgt | 1999 | SS era, 202XX, Alaska, et al | |
| RAHA, James F. “Jim†| TSgt | 1996 | R29170 CommCen; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| RAHMGREN, Leo G. | GS | 2006 | One of USAFSS' earliest computer spec; asgn Japan, Germany, England, USAFSS | |
| RAINEY, Peter Hubert "Perry" | CMSgt | 2019 | Airborne Maintenance Supt; multiple assignments in USAFSS/ESC | |
| RAINEY, William Frank (Bill) | unk | 2013 | USAFSSS - 1951-1955, Kessler AFB, Brooks AFB, F.E. Warren AFB, Bolling AFB | |
| RAKESTRAW, Barney G. | MSgt | 1980 | SS ACRP linguist @ Rhein-Main '57-61/Berlin/San Vito/Adana/Wakkanai/Thailand | |
| RAKUS, Vincent A. | Unk | 2003 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1956- | |
| RAMEY, Carl D. | MSgt | 2017 | Vietnam era | |
| RAMIE, Paul F. | unk | 2014 | Y29351 - Dog Trick - 41st/6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Germany - 1952-56 | |
| RAMOS-CABAN, Monserrate | Unk | 1998 | Spanish linguist and flyer | |
| RAMSEY, Stanford L. "Stosh" | MSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer Airborne Maint Tech, AFSC A32873 | |
| RAMSEY, Winfred | SMSgt | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer Tripoli, Clark AB, Phil, AFSCC, Cmd Hq, Masawa, Cudjoe Key, Fla. | |
| RANDERSON, John T. | MGen | 2001 | OIC CE/Comm @ 6913/Bremerhaven 60-63; SAC StratCommDiv/CC; Ret Aug 82 | |
| RANGER, Vincent H. | A2C | 2010 | Misawa 1954 | |
| RANKIN, Robert H. | Unk | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer, 292XX, Brooks AFB, 6913 RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger, e al | |
| RANSOM, Laverne Glen | UNK | 2011 | 41st RSM, Bremerhaven 1953-54 - USAF 1952-56 | |
| RANSOM, Russell "Russ" | SMSgt | 1993 | NCOIC SAWD-2. Heart attack in San Antonio. | |
| Rapier, Hughwill | A1C | 2023 | He served in the United States Air Force Security Service as a Crypto-linguist and Analyst from 1948 until 1952. | |
| RASMUSSEN, Robert L. | A2C | 1978 | 771x, SP, Misawa 1962 | |
| RASNIC, Carl G. | MSgt | 2010 | Airborne Russian and Czech linguist; Germany, Japan, Alaska | |
| RAST, James "Jack" | GS | 1998 | Data Automation; SS Ol'Timer | |
| RATLIFF, Edward K. | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger, et al | |
| RAUPE, David O. | Unk | 1977 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; motor pool | |
| RAUTENBERG, Wayne | CMSgt | 2004 | Chinese linguist asgn throughout USAFSS; ret @ San Angelo | |
| Rawheiser, Ralph L. | 2022 | During the Korean War, Ralph volunteered and joined the U.S. Air Force, not wanting to be drafted into service. Since he knew Morse Code and could type, he was assigned to the 12th Radio Squadron Mobile n Bingen and then Landsberg, Germany. He worked as a Radio Intercept Operator, intercepting Soviet transmissions. He was the talk of the town for years because the US Government agents came to Watsontown to interview people about him so that Ralph could get top secret security clearance. One of his Air Force friends played the guitar and became a famous musician, Johnny Cash. | ||
| RAWLS, Houston B. | MSgt | 2004 | Cryptologist retired 1965; WWII Navy vet; served in Korea; USAFSS civilian | |
| RAWSON, Joseph F. | SSgt | 2008 | 304X1 asgn Misawa 1967-1970, 1973-76 | |
| RAY, Calvin C. "Sonny" | Sgt | 2009 | 202 asgn Ramasun Station, Thailand and Onna Point, Okinawa | |
| RAY, James M. "Jim" | MSgt | 2018 | 6 foreign countries, 3 conflict-veteran; Okinawa and Offutt, Misawa | |
| Ray, Loren | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and attended the Russian Language Course at the Language School in Monterey, CA. He then served as a Voice Intercept Officer overseas in occupied Germany and Tripoli. After graduating college, he began his over 40-year career of Federal Service. He began his career with the NSA while living in Washington D.C. and ended as a Branch Chief with the Department of Defense (Foreign Technology Division) at W.P.A.F.B. | ||
| RAY, Troy | SSgt | 2002 | Morse op asgn 6913th/Bremerhaven | |
| RAYBON, Paul "Mac" | MSgt | 2011 | 1A8 Russian Linguist, Offutt 80's and 90's, Hurlburt, retired and worked at Greenville | |
| RAYFIELD, Richard R. | A2C | 2018 | more info please | |
| RAYMOND, Gary D. | MSgt | 2006 | 292 asgn Taiwan, Misawa 63-66, Hq USAFSS, Nha Trang, Darmstadt, Ft Meade | |
| RAYNES, Ralph C. | A1C | 2006 | 363XX asgn Misawa 1953- | |
| RAYNOR, Charles "Chuck" | SSgt | 1986 | 202 asgn NSA | |
| READNOUR, James L. | Unk | 2013 | USAFSS and ESC 1953-1980 | |
| READY, Michael J. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01) | |
| REAGAN, Cleveland Eugene | TSgt | 2016 | A207X1 - Offutt AFB, Vietnam; RC-135s, EC-47s; 6903rd Osan | |
| Reaney, Daryl, L. | SMSgt | 2021 | Daryl had long career in the US Air Force Security Service. During one of his deployments home, he met MaryAnn Varescak. They were married in September of 1957. With the exception of a tour in South Vietnam, they traveled the world. Assignments took them to Germany, England, Texas, Virginia, Okinawa and finally to Maryland. Daryl was stationed at NSA and retired in 1979. After retirement, NSA offered him a position he couldn’t refuse so he went back to work as a civilian. According to Logan Barnhart, "Daryl’s AFSC was 202. I was stationed with Daryl at RAF Chicksands, England, Augsburg, Germany and Fort Meade, MD." | |
| REARDON, Mike "Igor" | SSgt | 2005 | Czech & Russian linguist; Rhein-Main early 60s | |
| REARICK, Oscar I. | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, a real Dittie-Bopper, Hq Cmd Staff, et al | |
| REAT, Grover O. | Col | 2014 | Korea, Goodfellow AFB | |
| RECTOR, Bud | Unk | 2016 | Russian linguist, prior Scty Police; Azores, Turkey, New York, Louisiana, Japan, Texas | |
| REDMON, Patrick "PJ" | Unk | 1992 | Security Policeman asgn Kirknewton, Scotland | |
| REED, Donald A. | Col | 1995 | Cmdr 6912, 25th, 90th, Cmd HQ & NSA | |
| Reed, James Randall | 2023 | He was assigned to Turkey (twice), England, Scotland, San Antonio, San Angelo, and Fort Meade. Twenty-two years after retiring, he finally talked about his Security Service duties. He was a cryptologist and was 'in tune' with cold war foes and recorded interesting coming and goings. | ||
| REED, Whitney | GS | 2010 | NSA Chief of E-Group (Training) | |
| REED, William T. (Bill) | unk | 2004 | 292 - Baker Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1965-1966 time frame. | |
| REEDER, Horace G. | Col | 19?? | Cmd Hq Opns P&P Staff | |
| REES, John | A1C | 1984 | Asgn Bremerhaven (62-64) | |
| REES, John | Col | 2009 | Wing Commander @ Goodfellow 1970s | |
| REESE, Daniel C. | A1C | 1967 | ARDF opr; killed in EC-47 shoot down at Nha Trang | |
| REHM, Jerry T. | Unk | 2007 | Need info pls | |
| Rehor, Michael W. | CMSgt | 2019 | He graduated from Albion High School in Michigan in 1958 and enlisted in the USAF at age 17. Michael served thirty years with distinction and retired in 1989 as a Chief Master Sergeant. According to Francis Donahue, "Mike was an X2. I also worked with him at Chix, 76-79." X2 Chicksands, San Vito | |
| REICHARD, Donald L. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM/6910th during period 1949-1955. | |
| REICHEL, Emmet Mark | Unk | 2001 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-07, 1959-07) | |
| REID, John J. | LtCol | 2009 | Asgn Turkey, Okinawa, Korea, Germany | |
| REID, Roland | MSgt | 1957 | SS Ol'Timer, 292XX, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger; Tripoli, Libya; et al. | |
| REID, Samuel J. | TSgt | 1982 | 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| REID, Wallace D. | SSgt | 1990 | 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| REID, Warren E. | A2C | 2001 | 203 asgn Darmstadt, England | |
| REIFSTECK, Donald C. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Misawa 1956-57 | |
| Reihms, Connie V. | 2020 | Spouse of Paul Reihms. She spent many years as an executive secretary for the VP of Raytheon in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. | ||
| REILEY, William H. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-01) Reported by Fred Gerkens. Deceased prior to 2006 or 2007. | |
| REINHARD, Richard L. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| REKSTAD, Paul D. | Unk | 2017 | USAFSS 1952-1956 | |
| RENIERE, David V. | Unk | 2010 | 203 asgn T3 Misawa 1959-61 | |
| RENNELS, Scott Sr. | Unk | 2020 | Need more info, please | |
| RESATAR, John | CMSgt | 1988 | SS Ol'Timer, 29290, in 6989th, 6924th, et al | |
| RESPESS, Charles A. | A2C | 2004 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1956- | |
| REUSCH, James A. | Unk | 2019 | Morse op 6913th Bremerhaven | |
| REVELS, William G. | A2C | 2004 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1960- | |
| REVOLINSKI, JOHN P. Jr | Unk | 2007 | 290XX asgn Misawa 1967-69 | |
| REYNOLDS, Jack R. | First Sgt | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1959-61 | |
| REYNOLDS, James J. "JJ" | CMSgt | 2009 | Hall of Honor 1992; Flew C-47 combat msns fm Nha Trang, Phu Cat Vietnam, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| REYNOLDS, Richard Dennis | unk | 2016 | 20 year veteran - Korean and Vietnam Wars - more info please | |
| RHEA, Earl W. | CWO | 2018 | First Commandant of Goodfellow NCO Academy, 1959-1962 | |
| Rhoades, Donald E. | 2019 | He served in the USAF from 1954 to 1958. According to the 6913th.org, "He served at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM from 1955 to 1958. He is survived by his sons Teddy and Jimmy." | ||
| RHOADS, Robert M. (Bob/Dusty) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| RHODES, Thomas D. | Unk | 1999 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1967-69 | |
| RICARDO, Augustus | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| RICE, Garrett W. | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-10) 6988th SS Yokota. BAT 1. | |
| RICE, Milton R. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| RICE, William L. | Col | 2002 | Commanded Wakkanai, Brindisi; Several USAFSS/NSA assignments; HoH 1989. | |
| RICH, Ralph L. "Bull" | GS | 2003 | Military & civilian service at Chicksands, USAFSS Hq; owned King's Lounge in 60s. | |
| Richard, Francis, W. | Sgt | 2020 | He served four years in the USAF, including two years in Turkey. According to Peter Richard, "Rank: Sgt. Dates of Service: 1960 to 1964. AFSC: Crypto. Assignments: Lackland AFB 1960, Karamursel AS 1961-1963, Keesler AFB 1963-1964" | |
| RICHARD, Ulderic Jr. | SSgt | 1995 | Misawa 1963 | |
| RICHARDS, Robert | Col | 2019 | Former AFIC legal officer (lawyer) and Intel Oversight Officer | |
| Richardson , Roger Glynn | 2025 | Roger served four years in the United States Air Force Security Service. | ||
| RICHARDSON, Garland K. | Unk | 1978 | Comm asgn to Chicksands. | |
| RICHARDSON, J.C. | Civ | 2006 | WWII vet; asgn USAFSS/ESC | |
| RICHARDSON, Jack | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| RICHARDSON, Jame H. | TSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| RICHARDSON, James A. "Jim" | MSgt | 2001 | USAF 21 yrs, most in USAFSS. Taught @ NCO Academy (Goodfellow). 6918th RSM | |
| RICHARDSON, Lemuel | Unk | 1998 | 292x, Misawa 1959 | |
| RICHARDSON, Thomas "Tom" | LCol | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Navigator RC135's out of Eileson; Cmdr 6988 @ Yokota, et al | |
| RICHMOND, Neil W. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-11) | |
| RICKARD, Morris A. | unk | 1965 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1964-65 | |
| RICKER, Rolland D. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10) | |
| RICKETTS, James P. "Jim" | Unk | 2007 | 292X1 asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt | |
| RIDDLE, GARRY D. | Unk | 1985 | Asgn Misawa 304x radio maint. 66-69 | |
| RIDER, James | Unk | 1998 | SS Ol'Timer; 6910 SG, Landsberg Ger in late 1950's | |
| RIDINGS, Roger W. | CWO | 2001 | SS Ol'Timer, specialty & tenure with AFSS unk | |
| RIEDEL, John H. "Jack" | SMSgt | 2013 | HoH - 1998; 6916th (Rhein-Main 59-65); Det 1, 6947th (MacDill AFB (65-67); 6990th (Okinawa 68-70)/AMS on C-130 COMMANDO LANCE/COMFY ECHO combat msns in SEA, COMBAT APPLE RC-135 & EC-121 RIVET GYM msns; Hawaii hardship tour (70-72); 6908th/NKP COMFY GATOR C-130 msns (72-72); HQ USAFSS (73-75) as head of USAFSS aircrew eval pgm; HQ USAF (75-78) with duty @ AM Embassy, Vienna Austria; 6949th (Offutt AFB 78-82); & finally, Det 1, 6947th (Boca Chica NAS, FL 82-84). | |
| RIEDMILLER, Donald H. | ??? | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer; 29271/20270 @ Darmstadt in '56; helped start/flew ACRP Rhein-Main in '56 | |
| RIEF, Thomas L. "Tom" | SMSgt | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Okinawa, Shemya, San Vito, Lackland, Norton, Eglin | |
| RIEL, Ronald F. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS , Korean War | |
| Rigdon, Rusell H. | 2024 | After graduating high school in 1958, he joined the Air Force and was a Morse Code Operator at bases in Taiwan and Turkey. Upon returning home he married Mary Brown on September 29, 1962, and started their family. | ||
| RIGGAN, Warren Wayne | Unk | 2019 | Russian linguist Bremerhaven 6913th RSM Able Flight | |
| RIGGINS, Barney R. | Unk | 1992 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1968- | |
| RILEY, James R. | Col | 2009 | RB-47 Command Pilot; Chief, NSA Recon Coll Div | |
| RILEY, Raymond D. | MSgt/GS | 2010 | Cryptanalyst served USAF 20 yrs then 19 w/NSA | |
| RINCON, Edward "Fast Eddie" | MSgt | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| RINDOCK, James C. | unk | 2013 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1971-72 | |
| Ringeisen, Michael Duane “Mike” | SSgt | 2025 | After graduating Kokomo High School in 1956, Mike attended Taylor University and Indiana University- Kokomo. From 1961-65 (active duty) and 1965-67 (reserve duty), Mike proudly and humbly served in the United States Air Force, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his time with the USAF, Mike worked as a radio intercept operator in the USAF’s Security Service, a selective and specialized communications and intelligence branch of the USAF. He spent most of his active service time deployed to Iraklion Air Station in Crete, Greece. | |
| RINGO, Leldon V. (Vernon L) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| RISSLAND, Denis R. "Denny" | MSgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa Trick 4 65-70 | |
| RITCHIE, Alvin D. | Unk | 1996 | 202 asgn Misawa 1996 | |
| RITOLA, Lars G. | Sgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| RITSCHIE, David | SSgt | 1999 | Polish linguist served in Europe. Lt Col (AF Res) | |
| Ritter, George William | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and was trained as a Linguist at Yale University before serving as a Mandarin Linguist in Vietnam. During his time at Yale, he had the honor of serving on the Color Guard for President John F. Kennedy. | ||
| Ritter, Walter A. | CMSgt | 2023 | He was assigned to Turkey (twice), England, Scotland, San Antonio, San Angelo, and Fort Meade. Twenty-two years after retiring, he finally talked about his Security Service duties. He was a cryptologist and was 'in tune' with cold war foes and recorded interesting coming and goings. | |
| RITTERMEYER, Stanley D. | Unk | 1993 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| RIVERA, Ramon "Ray" | SMSgt | 2015 | 29272, 203XX, Goodfellow, Misawa (65-68), Kirknewton (68-72), Rhein Main, Key West | |
| Roach, Thomas B. | MSgt | 2022 | Following information provided by John Aurelius: Tom enlisted in the USAF in 1958. In October 1959, he was assigned to Misawa Air Base, Japan where he immediately bought a Nikon F at the Base Exchange. He had been photographing as a hobby since then. He retired from the USAF in 1978 and immediately moved to California. He was always interested in nature photography and took "ecosafaris" to Costa Rica. Tom was a chapter member for many years before I joined. We enjoyed many hours with Tom sharing his Air Force experiences of over 20 years. | |
| ROBB, Dale H. | GS | 2007 | Elec Engr on Crypto Eq; USAFSS founder served 30 yrs; est crypto depot 1949 | |
| ROBBE, Domenico | 1st Lt | 1996 | OIC - Det 11, 1st RSM - Misawa 1949 | |
| ROBBINS, Alfred M. | TSgt | 2010 | Misawa, 292, T4, 1961-64 | |
| ROBBINS, Joel D. | MSgt | 2018 | USAFSS IG Team | |
| ROBERSON, Paul L. | BGen | 2003 | ATC Tng Dev Chief; Goodfellow/CC 1986; ESC/AIA Dep Cmdr 1987; SSFCU Exec | |
| ROBERTS, Jack | CMSgt | 2013 | Linguist, HoH inductee 1999; Rhein/Main, Germany - US Embassies in Warsaw and Moscow - 50+ years of Agency service | |
| ROBERTS, Jacqueline E. | TSgt | 1993 | 208 assigned Misawa, Hahn, Ft Meade, ESC/IN | |
| ROBERTS, James C.,IV | Maj | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer , Electronic Eng, of Environmental Science, Hq SS and WWII vet in Pacific | |
| ROBERTS, Jewell A. | Capt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Bremerhaven Opns; Greenland, et al; was WWII Vet | |
| ROBERTS, Joe E. | LtCol | 2001 | 8th RSM Commander 1952-53 | |
| Roberts, Kenneth Eugene | 2022 | He joined the Air Force on May 27, 1971. He proudly served as a linguist for 20 years including service in the Vietnam War, where he earned his Air Medal with 6 oak leaves among numerous other awards. Ken was stationed in Okinawa, Japan where he married his first wife, Delores Lynn Harrah, on October 6, 1973. Their 17-year marriage brought three beautiful children and numerous adventures to their lives. During this time, the Air Force moved Ken and his family to new and exciting places including California, Nebraska, Texas, and Germany. While living in Germany, Ken began to attend a Single Parent Group where he met Monika Lou Seegert. They married on May 7, 1991 in Basil, Switzerland and Ken gained his 3rd son. They spent the first six years of their marriage in Germany where Ken retired from the Air Force on July 31, 1991 and added the last 2 children to their ever-growing family. | ||
| ROBERTS, Lew A. (Alton) | SSgt | 1998 | 292x, Misawa 1956-58 | |
| ROBERTS, Lowell W. | SSgt | 2019 | Russian linguist, Korea | |
| ROBERTS, Paul R. | Unk | 2003 | 2nd RSM vet. | |
| Roberts, Richard “Butch” | MSgt | 2021 | On December 27, 1958, Butch married Sally Botts Roberts, who survives him. Butch retired with 20 years of service in the U. S. Air Force as a linguist. | |
| Roberts, Trefor Duane | 2025 | In early 1959, Trefor joined the Air Force. Armed with basic training (Lackland AFB), Romanian language school, and advanced crypto logic skills training (USAF Security Service, Goodfellow AFB), he carried out his 1st duty at Karamursel Air station in Turkey. There he spent two years in Signal Intelligence. The Air Force then sent him to intensive German language school in Syracuse, where he met Marilyn Jean Stanton, who was in nursing school at the time. They married on Feb 23, 1963, and then moved to Germany for Trefor’s second duty at Templehof, a US Military Airfield in Berlin. There he intercepted and translated communications during the Cold War, became a member of the Berlin Island Association and became an expert, according to USAF Documents, in “…all subjects related to the Island City and the Iron Curtain”. After two years he and his wife Marilyn returned to the States just weeks before his first daughter (Elisabeth Christin) was born. Trefor was Honorably Discharged in March 1965 after serving a total of 6 years. Trefor worked as a civilian for the Department of Defense, as a Computer Security Specialist, first at the Air Force Accounting and Finance Center on York Street in Denver, and then at Lowry AFB. Trefor continued his career there until his retirement. | ||
| ROBERTSON, Dillard W. | SSgt | 2004 | 202, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 63-65 | |
| ROBERTSON, John N. | CMSgt | 2011 | USAFSS career, Taiwan, Hawaii, Japan and England (comm management at Brooks) | |
| ROBERTSON, Norris J. | Unk | 1990 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| ROBERTSON, Robert "Bob" | MSgt | 2005 | Russian/Arabic linguist asgn Eielson, Omaha, Athens, Ft Meade | |
| ROBINS, Charles | SMSgt | 1997 | 20290 asgn 6920th early 70s | |
| ROBINSON, David "Robbie" | CMSgt | 2009 | 202X0 asgn Goodfellow, Chicksands, Medina, Hahn, Kelly, Osan | |
| ROBINSON, David A. | Unk | 2005 | 291X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| ROBINSON, John David Jr "Robbie" | Lt Col | 2018 | 1976 - late 1990's AFSC - 203x1 (MB), 8055; CHILING at 6903rd SS 1976 - 197?, Intel Officer at AFTAC 1995, Air Attache BeiJing, also HUMINT | |
| ROBINSON, Leland H. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ROBINSON, Neal | BGen | 2017 | Vice CC, AIA, AFCO Director, ACC/A2 Deputy; taken hostage during Iranian Embassy incident; | |
| Robinson, Richard Paul, Sgt, USAFSS | Capt | 2024 | His service was marked by his role in the United States Air Force Security Service, where he was stationed at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX and in Pakistan. | |
| ROBINSON, Roger | LtCol | 2005 | Intell officer asgn USAFSS/ESC, AFSCC, Augsburg, Tempelhof/Marienfelde | |
| Robinson, Tyrone Ramon | CMSgt | 2025 | Tyrone enlisted in the U. S. Air Force in December of 1988 to begin a 30-year military career that would be filled with achievements, accolades and excellence. He devoted his life to service, rising through the ranks with honor, integrity, and a relentless sense of duty. His background includes various duties in Intelligence Operations at the squadron, wing, and major command headquarters levels. His assignments included bases in Texas, Alaska, Virginia, Florida, Georgia and California. He also served overseas in the United Kingdom, and deployed to Turkey, Iraq and Qatar. Tyrone, or "RMax" as his comrades called him, achieved the rare and prestigious accomplishment of reaching the U.S. Air Force's highest enlisted rank-Chief Master Sergeant. When selected for promotion to Chief on his first attempt, he did so as an underdog who outshined more seasoned peers. He was a brilliant analyst and instinctual leader, who inspired through his actions and character. Chief Master Sergeant Tyrone Robinson lived by the Air Force's Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. His legacy is more than medals and promotions; it is moral courage, quiet strength, and a resolve to leave every Airman better than he found them. He changed lives, not only by demanding greatness, but also by exemplifying it. His infectious laugh will echo in our memories and his love for his family, country, and community will never be forgotten. His legacy lives on the Airmen who look up to him, the family he held close and the values he embodied. //Obit – www.legacy.com// Per Facebook Post, AFSC was 1N0. Assignments included 13th Intel Squadron, Beale AFB, CA and 311th Training Squadron, Presidio of Monterey, CA. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| ROBINSON, William D. "Robby" | CMSgt | 2015 | RC-135's Offutt AFB, NE - More information please | |
| ROBISHEAUX, John S. | SMSgt | 2008 | Asgn USAFSS in 60s | |
| ROBISON, James | TSgt | 2005 | 202X0; Peshawar | |
| Roby, Randolph W. “Randy” | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and was trained as a Linguist at Yale University before serving as a Mandarin Linguist in Vietnam. During his time at Yale, he had the honor of serving on the Color Guard for President John F. Kennedy. | ||
| Rocha, Louis | CMSgt | 2021 | According to Luis Gonzalez, "Lou died peacefully this morning, 27 May 2021 in San Antonio after a long battle with cancer. In 1986, Lou was inducted into the USAFSS Hall of Honor as a Distinguished Alumni of the Decade of the 1970s." | |
| ROCK, Charles J. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) | |
| Rock, Duane Alan | A1C | 2024 | He proudly served as an A1C in the United States Air Force Security Service. | |
| ROCKWELL, Rudolph P. "Rudy" | MSgt | 2006 | 292 asgn Kirknewton, Scotland early 50s | |
| RODEBUSH, Max | MSgt | 2007 | Russian & Vietnamese linguist asgn Wakkanai, Kadena; AMS | |
| RODEKOHR, Richard R. | SSG | 2007 | Admin asgn Misawa 1950- | |
| RODERICK, Jeffrey X. | Unk | 2007 | 292X1 asgn Darmstadt, Misawa (1962-) | |
| Rodger, Kevin M. | 2020 | He was a proud member of the USAF and worked for them as a linguist. According to Christopher Long, "Haji was one of the first people I met when I got to Osan, my first duty station. Having trouble attaining my certification, Haji spent quite a lot of time with me helping me learn how to trust my instincts and not let overthinking get in the way of the job. Eventually I got to be pretty decent at it, which I definitely owe in part to Haji." According to Abbasenia Barnes, "I met Haji on my second tour in Korea. He was my big brother, my confidante, my friend, and just an overall amazing person to serve with." According to Eric Gunn, "I was stationed with Kevin on the island of Okinawa, Japan at Kadena AB, 1987 to 1989. We were in the same hall of our dorm and had many occasions to interact on the weekends and even met up in South Korea when I was on vacation. Kevin "Haji" will always be in my happy memory when I think of my time on Okinawa." | ||
| RODGERS, Franklin G. | A2C | 1974 | 203x Misawa 1953-60 | |
| RODGERS, Lonnie | A1C | 1977 | Asgn Misawa 1972- | |
| Rodrigues, Peter Wendell | 2025 | He joined the United States Air Force, where he performed the position of Morse Code Intercept Operator which sparked his passion for technology. Following his time with the US Air Force, he knew he wanted to work in the field of technology. | ||
| RODRIGUEZ, Gabino "Gabby" | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| RODRIGUEZ, Henry | unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| RODRIGUEZ, Jose | Unk | 2006 | Russian/Spanish linguist asgn Germany, Key West (Cuban Crisis) | |
| RODRIGUEZ, Robert D. | Unk | 2012 | Misawa, 293x, 1959 | |
| RODRIGUEZ-EREVIA, Pantalion | unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| ROEHRS, Robert | Unk | 2001 | USAFSS ComSec Vet @ Alaska, McClellan AFB. | |
| ROEPKE, DALE C. | A2C | 1978 | Misawa 65- | |
| Roesler, Herman, L. | TSgt | 2020 | He served with the US Army Air Forces in WWII, intercepting and translating Luftwaffe radio communications aboard B-17s. According to the Honorable Don Bacon, "I would like to recognize a member of our greatest generation. On 19 February 2020, Mr. Herman Roesler of Dallas, Texas, passed away at the age of 96. I highlight Mr. Roesler’s passing today because he was a true pioneer in the field of airborne reconnaissance and his contributions to our winning World War Two are worthy of our reflection. In 1943, at the age of 18, Mr. Roesler left the tiny town of Needville, Texas, and volunteered to serve in the US Army Air Force. After basic training, the Air Force taught him how to fix the radios on B-24 bombers and sent him to Italy for duty with the Fifteenth Air Force then under the command of Major General Jimmy Doolittle, of Tokyo Raid fame. Mr. Roesler was not destined to be a radio mechanic, however. At about the same time he got to Italy, the Air Force was starting a program where we put German-speaking airmen on the back of our B-17 and B-24 bombers to intercept German Air Force communications during our strategic bombing missions over occupied Europe. These guys were on the bombers to help keep our guys safe in combat; by eavesdropping on the Germans, they could alert the bomber crews when German fighter attacks were coming and from where. The information these first airborne voice interceptors heard gave our crews the advanced warning needed to fend off the German attacks and make sure our bombers returned home. Mr. Roesler – who was a second generation German-American – was one of the very first of these unsung heroes. When the Air Force found out he spoke German, they gave him a crash course on flying on the B-17 Flying Fortress and put him into combat. As a pioneer of this new capability, Mr. Roesler developed tactics and techniques that are still in use in today’s Air Force. During 1944, he flew fifty-two combat missions on the Flying Fortress over Germany and occupied Europe. As most of you know, flying on the B-17 was the most dangerous job in the entire military during World War 2. Mr. Roesler’s contributions undoubtedly saved the lives of the crews he flew with and helped shorten the war against Nazi Germany. After the war, Mr. Roesler worked at the Croda Ink Company retiring as one of its Vice Presidents. After retirement, he remained very active in his community where he held multiple leadership positions in his church and with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, including leading their elementary school drug awareness program. Mr. Roesler was an avid golfer and occasional martini lover. Today let’s reflect on Herman Roesler’s important contributions to our nation’s freedom. He is a true American hero and I believe it is to men like Mr. Roesler that we owe our complete gratitude. May God bless Mr. Roesler’s family and may God continue to bless America." According the Richard Roesler, "Dates of service were 1941 to 1944. Nicknamed “Herman the German”. Inflight German translator (maybe the first)". According to Lee Anthony, "Was probably the first documented airborne collection operator. Flew on US B-17s. He's attended a couple of FTVA banquets through the years." According to Larry Tart, "Signal Corps communications intelligence (COMINT) platoons were providing targeting information in support of Allied bombers carrying out bombing raids against Nazi Germany. The Aviation Section of the Signal Corps was created on 18 July 1914, and five months later a couple of Signal Corps lieutenants demonstrated two-way air-to-ground radio communications. Thirty years later, Technical Sergeant Herman L. Roesler was flying as a voice interceptor (German linguist)-providing internal advisory warning support-during U.S. Army Air Corps B-17 bombing missions against German facilities in Europe. Japanese-American (Nisei) linguists performed similar airborne duties aboard Air Corps aircraft in the Far East, intercepting Japanese air force and air defense communications in 1945." One of first airborne linguists during WWII European Theater; flew on B-17s as an interceptor/translator; recognized by Honorable Congressman Don Bacon on the House Floor for his contributions as one of the "Greatest Generation" | |
| ROGERS III, John S. | MSgt | 2019 | Career Morse op, Vietnam era | |
| ROGERS, Albert "Buck" | Col | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer, HoH member | |
| ROGERS, Glen E. | Lt Col | 2015 | Chaplain (892), 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1971-72 | |
| ROGERS, Montie P. | CMSgt | 2019 | COMSEC / Crypto; 56-67 Turkey, 61-64 Oslo, Norway, Tripoli early 50s, San Antonio a lot off and on, retired 1975, Later worked civil service in same field at NSA, and Defense Mapping as GM-15 | |
| ROGERSON, Robert "Bob" | MSgt | 2005 | Mission Supervisor asgn Crete in 1984; Russian and Arabic linguist with flying assignments at Eielson 66-67, Omaha 67-70, Athens 71-75 and 76-80, and Fort Meade (6994th) 86-88. | |
| ROLAND, Gwin C. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ROLEWICZ, Harry Joseph | A1C | 2000 | R291X0; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68; Det 1, 6916SS Hellenikon; died at Athens, GR. | |
| ROLFES, James O. "Jim" | MSgt | 2013 | Spanling, need information on assignments please | |
| ROLLAND, Dale | CMSgt | 2011 | USAFSS 202 - Landshtul - mid 1950's, Bingen, Landsberg, Ramasun Station, Thailand (1972) | |
| ROLOFF, Gordon Glenn | SMSgt | 2005 | Chinese linguist asgn Shu Lin Kou, Osan, others | |
| Rolon, Thomas | MSgt | 2024 | Among several intelligence assignments, I remember Eddie and his amazing family best from when we were stationed at the 6933rd Electronic Security Squadron, Howard AFB, Panama. He was a mentor to many of us Spanish Linguists in Panama. Out of respect for his wishes, won’t post many details, but know that Eddie is deeply admired, loved, and cherished by his family, friends, and colleagues. We are all better for having him in our lives. After retiring from the Air Force, Eddie worked for HQ PACAF/A2. They held a Celebration of Life at the HQ PACAF Courtyard of Heroes on 26 July 2024. //CMSgt (ret) Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| ROMANOWSKI, Ronald L. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| ROMANS, Dale H. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ROME, Leroy James Sr. | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - Kelly AFB Security Hill | |
| ROMEO, Francis Paul, Jr. "Frank†| MSgt | 1992 | R30474; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| ROMERO, Benny | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07 1958-04) | |
| Rominger, Daniel C. | MSgt | 2019 | After graduating from high school, he joined the California Maritime Academy but ultimately joined the Air Force where he would enjoy a 21-year career of dedicated service. He was a member of Air Force Retirees, Southside Senior Center where he delivered meals to home bound members, American Cancer Society where he drove patients to appointments and the Missouri VFW. According to Bill Spence, "Dan Rominger as a 202 assigned to the Daze Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1963 to 1966-time frame." | |
| ROMINIECKI, Lucian | SSgt | 1969 | Russian linguist ACRP @ Eielson; killed RC135 RIVET AMBER Bering Sea crash | |
| RONE, BOBBY L. | Unk | 2004 | in Misawa 57- | |
| RONEY, Philip M. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-04) | |
| RONKA, George R. | Col | 2002 | Policy Div Chief/Nat Intel Cmte @ CIA; Cmdr of 4 USAF comm intell bases. | |
| Ronning, Derek R., SMSgt (ret), USAF | SMSgt | 2024 | Derek enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for 26 years, retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant. He served as a Ground Radio Operator, Airborne Communications Systems Operator, Airborne Systems Engineer and Airborne Radar Technician. He was assigned to bases in Nebraska, Germany, and Alaska. He was a Career Enlisted Aviator and was qualified on the EC-135 Looking Glass, E-3A NATO AWACS, E-3C AWACS and RC-135V/W River Joint platforms. Following information provided by Joseph Figueroa: Derek and I were stationed together at the 338th Combat Training Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. | |
| ROOCH, Melvin R. | Unk | 2002 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-10) | |
| ROONEY, James | TSgt | 2006 | Asgn Misawa, Bad Aibling ('82-85) | |
| Rooney, John E. | 2025 | A U.S. Air Force veteran, Rooney was a Russian linguist assigned to the Air Force Security Service in Germany. | ||
| ROOP, Raymond R. | TSgt | 2001 | DCS/Personnel Officer Records | |
| ROOZENBURG, Thomas A. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-03) | |
| ROSALES, Robert E. (Rosie) | Unk | 2012 | Comm Specialist and cryptologist, WWII veteran | |
| ROSATI, James | Col | 2005 | Need info please | |
| ROSE, Vincent "Vinny" | Unk | 2017 | Communications specialist, Germany and Japan | |
| Rosenberg, Neil J. | 2022 | Neil was a U.S. Air Force veteran who proudly served his country from 1960 to 1964. During his military service, he was sent to The Yale Institute of Far Eastern Languages to become an interpreter, where he learned to speak Mandarin Chinese. Afterwards, he was stationed in Taiwan as a linguist. | ||
| ROSENBERGER, Albert S. "Rosie" | 2017 | USAF-Ret, followed by career w/NSA; Germany, Pakistan, Okinawa, and England | ||
| ROSENSTEEL, Edwin D. | MSgt | 1997 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1954-56 | |
| ROSENTRETER, Edward | Lt Col | 2014 | need more info please | |
| ROSKAM, Mickey D. | MSgt | 1988 | RY30474 Iron Horse; QC; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| ROSS, Eugene H. | Unk | 2004 | 702 on Security Hill in 60s/70s. Owned const business in San Antonio after retirement | |
| ROSS, John W. | GS | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer; AFSCC Analyst | |
| ROSS, Johnny | MSgt | 2019 | USMC, USAF Korean and Vietnam War vet; Chicksands and Goodfellow | |
| Ross, Larry T. | SMSgt | 2023 | Larry enlisted in the USAF in 1960. He completed basic training in San Antonio, Texas. He studied Russian at the University of Indiana and at Syracuse University in New York, and completed Vietnamese language training in El Paso, Texas. He served as a Russian and Vietnamese linguist with various assignments in Okinawa, Japan, Germany, and the US. He served in the Security Service and dedicated a significant portion of his life to serving his country, until his retirement in 1981 with the distinguished rank of Senior Master Sergeant. Through his dedication and unwavering commitment, he made a lasting impact during his years of service. Larry was a member of the Heritage Chapter of the Freedom Through Vigilance Association, a small but robust organization, in which he served as Secretary and Treasurer for many years. His legacy within the Air Force will forever be remembered. | |
| ROSS, Walter T. | MSgt | 2005 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ROSSETT, James E. “Rosie†| SSgt | 1998 | R20270; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| ROSSI, John R. | SSgt | 2005 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1965, 1969-70, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ROSSI, Norman L. | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10) | |
| ROSSIER, Roy E. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-04) | |
| ROTHROCK, John E. Jr. | Col | 2005 | Instrumental in publicizing Soviet doctrine of electronic combat in mid-70s | |
| ROTHWELL, Lloyd T. Jr. | CMSgt | 2005 | Security analyst asgn Turkey, England, Germany, TX, CA, MD, AK | |
| ROUCH, Robert D. | GS | 1986 | Need info please | |
| ROUNSEVILLE, Herbert W. | A2C | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 1956- | |
| ROUSH, Donald D. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| ROUTT, Robert R. | MSgt | 2007 | Asgn England, Pakistan, Goodfellow | |
| ROUX, Charles P. | A1C | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-07) 6987th, Taiwan. | |
| ROWDEN, Lawrence R. | GS | 2003 | X1 in USAFSS 50s/60s then GS @ NSA; asgn Libya, Okinawa, GAFB, Ft Meade | |
| ROWLAND, Gordon D. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| ROWLAND, Steven J. | Unk | 2010 | Abrn Russian linguist @ 6916th/Rhein-Main in early 70s | |
| ROY, Richard W. | A1C | 2006 | 293x1 in Shiroi 1957 | |
| ROY, Tracy | SRA | 2002 | Korean linguist asgn Osan | |
| ROYAL, William E. | CMSgt | 2002 | 13 year USAFSS vet. | |
| RUBEL, George W. | MSgt | 2019 | Morse Op, airborne systems pioneer (RB-29A) | |
| Rucker, Jerry L. | 2024 | Jerry served his country with honor and distinction as a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force where he served for 23 years. After retiring the military, he continued his service as a Union Steward for the US Postal Service for 20 years. Jerry’s dedication to his work and his fellow servicemen and women was unwavering. According to USAFSS Facebook Posts, his assignments included Kadena, Elmendorf, Kelly, Clark, Goodfellow and Osan Air Bases. In addition, he was stationed at RAF Mildenhall and Fort Meade. He was an X1. | ||
| RUDERMAN, Joshua H. | CMSgt | 2006 | HoH Member; NCOIC Hq USAFSS Comm Ctr; teacher post retirement | |
| RUDISILL, WILLIAM J. | Unk | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1959-60 | |
| RUFF, Lucius Jr. "Pappy" | SMSgt | 2010 | 202X0; asgn Greenland, Germany, Turkey, Hawaii, Alaska | |
| RUHE, Steven A. | Sgt | 2011 | 293x, Misawa, 1975- | |
| RUMPLE, Guy A. | MSgt | 2005 | 292 asgn Misawa 1960; WW II, Korean War, & Vietnam | |
| RUNDLE, Donald | Unk | 1996 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| RUOCCO, Guy T. | Unk | 2005 | 292XX asgn Misawa T2 1961-63 | |
| Ruocco, Richard J. | 2025 | Ricky enlisted in the U.S. Air Force to serve his beloved country. He served in Italy, England, Maryland, South Korea, and Alaska. He was known as “The Roc” by his military colleagues because of his ability to lead, his willingness to mentor, and his constant encouragement. During his military career, he earned a bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Maryland. He retired from the USAF in 2000. He is survived by wife Melanie Ruocco of Ocala; son Trevor (Deanna) Ruocco of Phoenix; stepson Daniel (Virginia) Bell of Springhill; stepdaughter Jamieann Bell of Anchorage. //Obit – The Leader// Per USAFSS Facebook Page he was a 202 and assignments included Chicksands and Fort Meade. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | ||
| Rupert, Robert R. | MSgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1972. Bob was stationed in Crete where he served as a morse code systems operator. While in Crete, Bob met Sue who served as a USAF Russian Linguist and they were married in 1978 in Tiffin, OH. Bob and Sue were then stationed in Austin, TX, Japan, Great Falls, MT, England, Bozeman at the ROTC unit at Montana State University, and his last assignment at McGuire AFB, NJ where he retired in 1995. | |
| RUPP, Bernard | Unk | 2006 | Comsec asgn 20th RSM | |
| RUSCHE, Allen B. | SSgt | 1999 | R29271; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. | |
| Rush, Bob W. | SSgt | 2023 | Bob served as a Staff Sergeant in the US Air Force from 1952-1956, including active duty during the Korean War. Part of his military service included learning the Russian language in a one-year immersion program at the University of Syracuse, New York, where he graduated in 1953. This training prepared him to serve during the war as a Russian interpreter in Tripoli, Libya. Bob's skill with words would lead him to a career that suited him well. He served for 30 years (1956-1986) as the Electronic Security Command (formerly Security Service) Historical Officer at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. During this time, he participated in top secret military meetings, and received numerous awards, including Sustained Superior Service, Outstanding Performance, and Meritorious Civilian Service. | |
| RUSH, Earl S. | Unk | Unk | 292 asgn Misawa 1959-61 | |
| RUSH, Edward F. | CMSgt | 2004 | Asgn Hq USAFSS for last 13 years of career | |
| RUSH, William N. | SSgt | 1976 | 202x, Misawa, 1962 | |
| Rushe, George Marion | Colonel | 2020 | He was commissioned in the USAF Reserve as a Chaplain. In 1960 he went into the active Air Force as a Captain and served until his retirement as Colonel in 1983. His assignments included Security Services Chaplain at Kelly AFB, TX; Religious Education Chaplain at Itazuke AB, Japan; and Protestant Chaplain at Fuchu Air Station, Japan; Headquarters Strategic Air Command Chaplain at Omaha NE; and Headquarters USAF Europe Chaplain at Ramstein AB, Germany. | |
| RUSSEL, Matthew J. | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist - Germany | |
| Russell, Danny E. “Cazzie" | Sgt | 2022 | Danny was a Sergeant for the United States Air Force serving in the Vietnam War from 1966-1970. He was a founding member of the MRSEA (Maximum Recovery in Southeast Asia) recovery organization. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, and the United States Air Medal. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, and DAV/AMVETS, and a member of the Woodhull Jaycee’s and the Woodhull Fire Department. He was a Volunteer EMT and member of the Woodhull Ambulance Service. According to Tom Elliott, "Served with Danny in Misawa, Japan, in 1968. Great guy! Rest In Peace, Brother!" According to Chuck Darwin, "Was stationed with Danny (we called him Plowboy) in Japan. Followed him to Vietnam but he left before I got there. Everyone was extremely proud of him and his service. We kept in touch over the years and will miss him. Condolences to all the family." | |
| RUSSELL, Duane E. (DER) | Col | 2015 | FTVA HoH - 1991 - USA and USAF, Ret in 1974 - Det 1 6988 RSM (Yokota), 6985th CC, 6994th CC and HQ USAFSS DCS/Operations | |
| RUSSELL, Duane E. II | Col | 1998 | Son of SS Ol'Timer, Col Duane E. Russell "DER" | |
| RUSSELL, Earl | MSgt | 2004 | Morse controller asgn Onna Point, Kirknewton, San Vito, Chicksands; | |
| RUSSELL, Emil Mitchell (Russ) | MSgt | 2012 | Korean War (Army), 202X0, assignments included San Antonio, Houston, Ft. Meade, Sinop,Turkey, Zweibruchen and Darmstadt, Germany and Elmendorf AFB, Alaska | |
| RUSSELL, Erik | Maj | 2016 | 390th IS; RJ IIO | |
| RUSSELL, Jay G | CMSgt | 199? | SS Ol'Timer, 6913RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger, et al | |
| RUSSELL, John Ernest | SMSgt | 2012 | 25 years AD - Japan, Thailand, Philippines, England, Texas and finished his career in Alaska at Eielson and Elmendorf | |
| RUSSOFF, David | Unk | 2011 | Russian linguist, Turkey | |
| RUTAN, Robert J. "Bob" | MSgt | 1987 | Yrs of Svc 1960-1980, 77-80 6990th First Sgt, 74-77 6916th, 73-74 Lang School in DC, 71-73 Thailand, Also served in Omaha and Greece. | |
| Ruth, Philip Lee | 2025 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1957, serving 22 years as a Czechoslovakian linguist stationed in Germany, Texas, Nebraska, Michigan, California and Maryland. After retiring from the military, he joined the National Security Agency and served for 18 years. After retiring from NSA, he joined General Dynamics and finally retired in 2004. He traveled to Austria, Czechoslovakia, Poland, Budapest, Hungary, Bucharest, Romania, Sofia, Bulgaria, and Spain during his career. He is survived by his sister Lula E Ruth Orr and husband Bill, brother James Ruth and by his daughters Renee Tinney and husband James, Colleen Henry and husband Michael. //Obit – Payne Funeral Home// I served with Phil at Mt Eckstein/6913 ESS and he was a favorite instructor at Goodfellow. //Glenn Miller// | ||
| RUTKOWSKI, RONALD E. | A1C | 2005 | 292x1 T1 Misawa 66-67 | |
| RUTLEDGE, Robert D. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-01) | |
| RUTLEDGE, Sidney C. | TSgt | 1980 | Asgn Misawa 1971- | |
| RUTTER, Douglas | TSgt | 2001 | Radio maintenance | |
| RUTTER, Thomas B. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-11) | |
| RYALS, Tony | UNK | UNK | Dogger? | |
| RYAN, George P. | MSgt | 1993 | SS Ol'Timer; analyst training received March AFB, Cal in '57 | |
| RYAN, James Michael | Unk | 2016 | Russian linguist, assignments in Berlin, UK, Colorado, and CA | |
| RYAN, John V. Jr | MSgt | 1986 | 20270 asgn Thailand 60s/70s; crashed on first mission | |
| Ryan, Stephen Collister “Steve” | Capt | 2025 | Steve attended the University of Kansas and received a BS degree in Business Administration in 1964 and a Certificate of Graduation from the Mortuary Science Program at the KU Medical Center, Kansas City, KS in 1965. He was a cadet member of the Air Force ROTC program (The Flying Jayhawks). He was also a member of the Arnold Air Society, Alpha Kappa Psi and the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. He received his Air Force officer's commission upon completion of the Summer Training Unit at Schilling AFB, in Salina, KS, on July 10th, 1964. Ryan served as Wing Administrative Officer, 351st Strategic Missile Wing (SAC), Whiteman AFB, Mo, (1965-67) and Chief Administrative Services, 6932nd Security Group (USAFSS), Samsun Air Station, Samsun, the Republic of Turkey (1967-69). He attained the rank of Captain and completed his tour of active duty in January 1969. | |
| RYAN, Thomas "Tom" | SMSgt | 1996 | Need info please | |
| RYDER, James | Unk | 1998 | SS Ol'timer from 1950's; 12th RSM Landsberg, Ger; 6910 RGM; et al | |
| RYON, John W. | MSgt | 1972 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, ARDF opr; killed in EC-47 crash near Nakhon Phanom RTAFB, Thailand | |
| RZEPECKI, James A. | A2C | 1990 | Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| Sabatino, John Michael | SSgt | 2025 | John proudly served his Country in the United States Air Force from 1960 to 1968. During this time, he trained as a Russian linguist at Syracuse University in New York. Later, he was transferred to San Antonio, Texas. | |
| SABO, John, Jr | CMSgt | 1990 | 203XX; Op Supt @ 6912 in 1970 | |
| Sacchetti, Richard J. | A1C | 2022 | Following information provided by John Aurelius: Richard Sacchetti was the founder of our Gold Country FTVA Chapter and served as its President for many years. I was present at his graveside service in Sutter California where he was honored by the Beale Air Force Base Honor Guard and a three-rifle salute from American Legion Post 705. I was told by a close friend of his that he was buried wearing his Silent Warrior T-Shirt along with his Silent Warrior ring. This is a ring that he had designed himself. Dick had it produced and is now worn by many of our members. Dick was a great leader and patriot and will be missed. | |
| SACK, John P. | MSgt | 1988 | Asgn Hakata as 292X2 | |
| SADUSKY, Robert A. | Unk | 2003 | 202XX, 1961- (Need more info) | |
| SAFLEY, Don L. | Col | 2005 | DCS/Logistics asgn Eur Sec Rgn (63-66), Hq USAFSS (66-68) | |
| SAGAN, Ralph W. | SMSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist/AMS asgn Japan, Germany, Greece, San Angelo, 203XX T1 in Misawa 61-64 | |
| SAGAR, Ray | MSgt | unk | 207X1, Crete, Chicksands | |
| SAKAI, Walter T. | A2C | 1998 | 292X2 asgn T2 Misawa 1959-60 | |
| SALDANA, Daniel E. | MSgt | 2012 | Able Flight, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1960-63 | |
| SALE, Charles T. "Tom" | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, Dittie Bopper; Msn Supv, Controller, et al; Softball Pitcher! | |
| SALERNO, Joseph J. | A2C/GS | 1998 | 292X1 asgn Clark; GS asgn NSA to retirement | |
| SALIE, Jimmie L. | MSgt | 2008 | Chinese & Korean linguist asgn Korea, Vietnam | |
| SALZWEDEL, Harold O. | SSgt | 1989 | 202 @ Danang, Pleiku, Cam Ranh, Ton Son Nhut; Darmstadt. Worked N. Mich. Univ. | |
| SAMAD, Gary Lee Sr. | MSgt | 2013 | Japan, Greece, England, New York and Texas | |
| SAMODELL, Michael T. “Mike†| A1C | 1969 | 6924SS Da Nang 67-68. | |
| San Miguel, Armando | SMSgt | 2020 | Sam enlisted in the U.S. Air Force Security Service immediately after high school, and he would serve for 22 years. Sam was a Cold War warrior; he was part of the Air Force's signals and electronics intelligence efforts. His Air Force career took him to bases in the Aleutian Islands, Pakistan, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and finally to Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, where he was an instructor before retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant in 1970. | |
| Sanders, Otho George | 2021 | He joined the Air Force from 1956 – 1960. He attended Syracuse University and became a Russian linguist in the Security Agency and Russian Cryptographer. He served 6 years in the U.S. Army National Guard. Bid was stationed in Texas, Alaska, New York, St. Lawrence Island, Baltimore-Washington D.C. and Oregon. | ||
| SANDERS, Terry S. | Unk | 2010 | 292x1, Misawa 1966-67 | |
| SANDERSON, Aubrey E. "Sandy" | CMSgt | 2002 | 37 years USAF and civil service; worked in COMM | |
| Sanderson, Earl B. "Chick", A3C | A3C | 2025 | He joined the U.S. Air Force and served from 1950-1954, part of which was served in the USAF Security Service, 5th Air Force, HQ Seoul, Korea. | |
| SANDERSON, James "Sandy" | Unk | 1992 | 202 @ Misawa late 50s to Hq late 70s. | |
| SANDLIN, Autry G. | Sgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| Sandoval, Helen Anna Knickerbocker | 2020 | Spouse of Raul “Sandy” Sandoval. Surviving Helen is her husband, Raul [aka Sandy] Sandoval; their three daughters: Dorothy [aka Dodie] Sandoval (Jean Geary); Tonia Mickey (David); and Star Sandoval. Most of her adult life was spent traveling the world, first as an U.S. Air Force wife and then as a civilian whenever and wherever she could. Her and her husband loved dancing together, they were great dance partners. She met her husband, Sandy, when she moved to Syracuse. They had three daughters, relocating them many times around the world throughout their younger years. They lived in Japan for a stay of five years where Helen birthed her 2nd and 3rd daughters and attended the first Summer Olympic games held in Tokyo, Japan, in 1964. In Frankfurt, Germany, Helen discovered chimney sweeps and began a collection of them. Every location Helen and her family lived in and traveled to was a unique experience. She was lucky enough to realize her dream of seeing the world. Her husband said she was the perfect military wife: packing and unpacking and quickly adapting to military culture. Helen often said she served in the military as much as her husband did. After military life and her oldest went to college, she set off with the rest of the family to live in Tehran, Iran, while Sandy worked for Rockwell, Int’l. According Raul Sandoval, "With faith and loyalty, lovingly accompanied Raul (aka Sandy) around the world, supporting his mission and raising our 3 daughters. In 28 years of service, Sandy mostly was assigned overseas: Korea, Turkey, Japan 2 times (north & south), Okinawa, Thailand, Germany." | ||
| Sandoval, Raul | CMSgt | 2022 | Raul is predeceased by his siblings and wife of nearly 65 years. He is survived by his three daughters. In 1947, at age 16, he dropped out of high school to join the military to see the world. Raul spent most of the next 28 years in USAF Air Intelligence, serving in the Korean Conflict, Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam War, and the Cold War, flying seventy-two combat missions. He counts six Air Medals among his many decorations. During his military career, Raul completed his high school requirements and went on to pursue higher learning, earning credits in foreign language studies at the University of Maryland and Syracuse University, New York. His language studies included Russian, Japanese, and Vietnamese. His native language was Spanish, learning English as he assimilated into his community and attended public school. Spanish enabled him to quickly “pick up” other Romance languages: French, Italian and Portuguese as he traveled these countries. He was also a member of Toastmasters International, through which he honed his public speaking and leadership skills, facilitating his successful military career. When the USAF promoted him to Chief Master Sergeant (CMSGT), the top Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) rank, he was one of the youngest to achieve that rank. In 1999, many years after Raul retired, at their annual anniversary event, the Air Intelligence Agency’s Freedom through Vigilance Association (FTVA) formally recognized the contributions he made to his profession by placing him in the Hall of Honor. At the Honor ceremony, they cited Raul as “…a pioneer and superstar in our business, Sandy brought us through many trying times as a Morse operator, printer specialist, and multi-linguist…. a chief’s Chief.” Rockwell International, aerospace contractor, recruited Raul out of the USAF, from which he retired in 1975. His initial assignment with Rockwell was as a civilian instructor and mentor, flying intelligence missions with the Iranian Air Force in its war against Iraq. Prior to when the Shah of Iran was deposed, Raul met Helen, the love of his life, in 1956, while studying Russian at Syracuse University. Raul took his bride around the world, to Japan and Okinawa in the Far East, to Iran in the Middle East, Europe, and the east, west, north, and south coasts of North America. Their two younger daughters were born in Japan, Tonia in the north at Misawa and Star in the south at Tachikawa. Each assignment provided opportunities to travel the region, and they did travel! | |
| SANDQUIST, Allan H. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| SANDROK, Edward | TSgt | 1985 | Asgn Osan/Ramstein/Nellis AFB/Beale AFB/AFEWC Kelly AFB | |
| SANFORD, Lindsey J. | Maj | 1995 | Personnel; CBPO's ESR, Cmd HQ | |
| SANTANA, Louis | MSgt | 1999 | Equip Maintenance | |
| SANTILLI, Joe B. | A3C | 2010 | 293X1 asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven 1952-54 | |
| Santone, James R. | TSgt | 2022 | Jim retired after proudly serving 20 years in the USAF. Jim attended the Syracuse University's - US Air Force's Foreign Language program (becoming a Russian linguist). He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Joanne M (Fusillo) Santone of Canastota, NY. He met Joanne while attending Syracuse University. They were married November 26, 1959. | |
| SANTORE, Nicholas F. "Nick" | SMSgt | 1993 | Russian linguist; Ol'Timer, long-time SS ACRP duty | |
| SANTORO,Thomas E. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| SAPAUGH, Thomas C. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| SAPP, Robert Fred | Unk | 2013 | Misawa, 292x 1960-, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SAPP, William L. Jr. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| SARG, Thomas Eugene | MSgt | 2017 | Vietnam (Op Frequent Wind for evacuation); Germany, Italy, Philippines | |
| SARVEY, Merle | UNK | 2013 | Cryptographer | |
| Sather, Mervin L., A2C | A2C | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1958 and served until 1964. While in the service, he attended Yale University and became a military Language Specialist, with proficiency in the Chinese Mandarin language. At his time of discharge from the service, he was an Airman Second Class. | |
| SATTELMAIER, Freeman A. | MSgt | 2013 | R70270 Admin. Supervisor & 169.168 Chief Clerk II, 1stSgt of the 34th RSM, Wheelus AC, Tripoli Libya, Crete, England, France, Germany, Hawaii, Libya, Taiwan, B-26 tail gunner, Sgt. Major, Admin Assistant to General Kloko | |
| SATTELMAIER, Stella | civ | 2014 | Secretary in Iraklion 1970's | |
| SATTERFIELD, BENNIE L. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Misawa 293x 53- | |
| Sauer, Jerold "Jerry" | CMSgt | 2021 | He was a proud 30+ year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. Jerry served in the U.S. Air Force with the 6913th RSM in Bremerhaven, Germany on 'D' flight from 1959-62, and later on 'C' Flight from 1964-66. | |
| Saulmon, Harvey R. | 2024 | After following in his father's footsteps and enlisting in the Air Force, Harvey studied Czech at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California. He soon joined the ranks of the Air Force Security Service, working as a voice processing technician ("Not a spy," he'd say with a wink) atop Mount Eckstein, a Cold War intelligence gathering outpost overlooking Czechoslovakia near the rural Bavarian village of Rimbach. He made memories there that lasted a lifetime. Following six years in Germany, he spent three years as an analyst at the National Security Agency (NSA), Ft. Meade, Maryland. | ||
| SAUNDERS, Hilliard E. | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-01) | |
| SAUNDERS, John G "Big John" | CMSgt | 1991 | Russian linguist; SS Ol'Timer; ACRP RM, Yokota, Kadena, Hq; "WWII AMS" | |
| SAUNDERS, Preston | Unk | 2019 | USAFSS vet | |
| SAVARINO, Richard R. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-10) | |
| SAWAKA, William E. | Unk | 1981 | Asgn Misawa 1959- | |
| SAWYER, Scott E. | A1C | 1980 | Asgn 6921st/Misawa | |
| SAYLOR, Henry S. | Col | 1997 | Linguist; SS Ol'Timer; NATO Staff | |
| SAYLOR, Kenneth David | Lt Col | 2015 | 6970th SG, Ft Meade, 6930th RGM at Iraklion AFB, | |
| SAYLOR, Kenneth E. | PFC | 2003 | 756V - Misawa 1949 | |
| SAYRE, Cecil | Unk | 2007 | USAFSS vet (Bremerhaven) 1954-58 | |
| SAYRE, Wesley H., Jr. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-05) | |
| Sbarbori, John Joseph | 2025 | Jack joined the Air Force after his best friend, Mike, was killed in Vietnam. The military had Jack trained as a Russian linguist at Syracuse University, so the closet he got to Viet Nam was Brindisi Military Base in Italy. After he was honorably discharged, he finished his college studies in Russian at Columbia University in New York, where he graduated with honors and subsequently worked for NSA. //Obit – Tribute Archive// | ||
| SCAFE, Kenneth J. | Unk | 1988 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| SCARAMELL, William F. "Bill or Wolfman" | MSgt | 2011 | 208XX, Berlin - 6912th - early 1980's, 21 years AF service followed by NSA service | |
| Scaramucci, Francis J. | CMSgt | 2022 | Francis joined the United States Air Force in 1949, where he specialized in radar. Francis later worked his way into an administrative position which Francis used to advance his military career. Francis retired from the Air Force in 1979 as the Senior Enlisted Advisor for the Air Force Electronic Security Command - Europe. Francis was a Korean and Vietnam War Veteran. Some of his best stories and memories were as the First Sergeant of a C-130 Gun Ship squadron out of Ubon, Thailand. Francis always said in his 30-year military career he never had a bad assignment. | |
| Scarboro, Richard Gay | 2020 | Richard served 22 years in the USAF. According to 6913th.org, "Richard served with the 41st/6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany at the DF Site, Ops, “A” Flight and Easy Trick from 1951-1955 and from 1957-1964." 41st and 6913th RSM Bremerhaven DF Site, 1951-55, 1957-1964 | ||
| Scarbrough, James A. | 2022 | Jim served as a linguist in the United States Air Force for just a few short years before being medically discharged. Jim was most well-known for his time owning and operating 9 Dairy Queens in and around San Angelo. | ||
| SCARFF, Jim | Col | 2016 | HQ ESC - XP and DO | |
| SCHAAK, William C. | Maj | 2002 | USAFR Comsec as AD and Civ/GS @ Kelly. | |
| SCHANTZ, Rinehart | SMSgt | 2003 | Marines in WWII; Asgn Japan, California, Hawaii, San Antonio | |
| SCHAULE, William | CMSgt | 2009 | WWII China/Burma/India; asgn Misawa, Berlin, Vietnam, Philippines, Goodfellow | |
| Scheele, Roger H., USAFSS 21 | 2022 | Roger was a veteran having served in the United States Air Force Security Service from 1958 – 1963. After basic training at Lakeland AFB and Morse Intercept School at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, MS, he was assigned to the 6927th RSM at Onna Point, Okinawa. | ||
| SCHELL, Robert C. | Unk | 2012 | Ant Maint. 304X, Misawa 72-76 | |
| SCHELP, Robert D. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) | |
| SCHENK, Francis D. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| SCHERBER, Murray W. | Sgt | 1991 | R292X1; 6924SS Da Nang 68-69. (Orange-related.) | |
| SCHERER, Christian C. | UNK | 2013 | 292x1 T3, 69-72, 72-75 - Misawa | |
| SCHICK, Floris Leldon "Sonny" | MSgt | 2019 | Bremerhaven, 6913th | |
| SCHILLING, Ernest | civ | 2014 | USAFSS/ESC - Data Automation | |
| SCHIRMER, Bertram I. | PFC | 2005 | Asgn Misawa 1950 | |
| SCHLOSSER, Harlan E. | A1C | 1999 | 603XX asgn Misawa 1953 | |
| Schmidt Charles E. | 2020 | Chuck graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1962. Shortly afterward, he began a distinguished Civil Service career at Tinker AFB, OK and retired in 2001 from the Air Intelligence Agency at Kelly AFB, TX where he was an Electronic Engineer developing systems for the USAF. | ||
| Schmidt, David F. | 2025 | David joined the US Air Force Security Service, where he served his country as a Communications Intercept Analyst. He described that time during the Vietnam era as "an education in foreign affairs which few have the opportunity to receive." He was discharged in 1972. | ||
| Schmidt, James Edward | 2025 | Known as “Slug” to many, James enlisted in the Air Force in July 1949 at the age of 17 and went to basic training at Lackland AFB in San Antonio. He chose the Air Force so he could attend radio operating school in Kessler, MS. It was hot and humid there, but no storms while he was there. From 1951-52 he was stationed at the Sea of Japan working for USAFSS during the Korean Conflict. His job was to intercept messages. He was discharged and then returned home. He held numerous jobs including as a prison guard in Leavenworth. He transferred to Alcatraz and worked there for a few months. He held several jobs on Fort Leavenworth for the next few years. He was then recruited for a position in Quy Nhon, Vietnam from 1969-70 at the supply depot in that port city. This position was outside of normal military roles. His family had just built their house and the extra money he was paid for this position came in handy. James then went to work at Bell Hall Command and General Staff College on Fort Leavenworth as a chief of classroom services. He retired after forty years of combined government service. | ||
| SCHMIDT, John Allen | unk | 2014 | 6918th RSM/SS. Hakata, Japan 1965-1967, 292 on Dawg Flight | |
| SCHMIEDEBERG, Edward J. | SMSgt | 1975 | SS Ol'Timer; 1st Sgt 6916th RM early 60's, NKP, Kadena; AKA "Smiddy" | |
| SCHMIELER, Peter C. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-11) | |
| SCHMIT, Harvey J. | MSgt | 2013 | Hof and Berlin, GE, Ft. Meade, MD | |
| Schmitt, Gary F. | 2023 | He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Mr. Schmitt was a member of the McCormick Area Veterans Association (MAVA). Gary F. Schmitt is listed in “Our Losses” page from 6994th Security Squadron site https://6994th.com/ | ||
| SCHMUTTE, William C. | 1989 | 6918th; | ||
| SCHNEIDER, Gail | MSgt | 1999 | Radio maint asgn Karamursel, Turkey 1970-72; Peshawar, Pakistan. | |
| SCHOFIELD, Eric | SSgt/Lt | 2005 | USAFSS vet left AF for USN commission in 1982 | |
| SCHOLTEN, Gregory J. | MSgt | 2002 | Russian linguist in airborne program at Mildenhall/Offutt (C130/RC135) | |
| SCHOLTEN, Julian S. | SrA | 2012 | Mission Systems Operator, 25th IS, Hurlbert Field; perished in U-28A crash near Djibouti | |
| SCHORR, Donald F. | GS | 2008 | WWII Pearl Harbor & Midway vet; 30 years w/NSA | |
| SCHOTT, Conrad R. "WLYC" | CMSgt | 1989 | Hall of Honor 1995; 292 xtrained to Russian linguist, ACRP Expert; EC121; Shiroi 58-59, Ft Sam Nat Cemetary | |
| SCHRAM, Monte Leigh | Unk | 2013 | 294/205 - 23 year AF career | |
| SCHRANK, Bill | Lt Col | 2014 | ESC - need more info please | |
| Schreiner, Ron | 2025 | He served as a Russian-language specialist in military intelligence due to a proficiency for languages. He military intelligence training at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas, before mastering Russian at Syracuse University. (He hurt his back while at Syracuse, and although most people never noticed, the injury affected him for the rest of his life. After learning Russian, Ron served in intelligence at Darmstadt Air Force Base in Germany, then moved to Peshawar, Pakistan. Ron’s work during retirement included assisting Russia. His experience with the FTA and his knowledge of Russian led to more work. It was the mid-1990s. The breakup of the Soviet Union led the newly free republics to ask the United States for help in dealing with independence, democracy and public financing. “The FTA and the State Department were being contacted by the Russians themselves, to see if Russia could look more like us,” Schreiner said. His first assignment was Kazakhstan, the former Soviet republic that had been the center of Russia's space program, its equivalent of Cape Canaveral. Transparency was almost non-existent. "Whole communities were not on the map," he said at the time, and “budgets didn't appear anywhere.” He helped establish budget, revenue, accounting and government procedures. A Russian state was the next assignment. Because farming was on his biography along with finance work, Ron helped huge collective farms north of Moscow that needed increased efficiency and reorganization. They operated without budgets, crop rotation, soil conditioning, proper fertilization, electricity or – surely to Ron’s horror – compost. He thought he could help After two years in Kazakhstan and a year in Russia, Ron spent one year in Armenia and another in Moldova – the last to assist the Moldova parliament in establishing something akin to our three branches of government. Ron is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Gloria (Caldwell) Hanson, the mayor of Fort Pierre, who helped and nursed him through his terminal illness; by his three sons Andrew (Andrea) of Rapid City, Nicholas (Becky) of Helena, Montana, and Joe of Carnation, Washington. //Obit – Isburg Funeral Chapels// According to USAFSS Facebook Page, Ron Schreiner attended at Syracuse Russian class SR-9-4-61//Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | ||
| SCHRODER, George H, Jr | GS | 1995 | Crypto; Cmd Hq mostly | |
| SCHROEDER, Jacob D. III | Unk | 1995 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-07) | |
| Schuchert, Evelyn H. | 2021 | She built a 33-year career working for the Federal Government. Upon retirement, she held the prestigious position as Chief of the HQ Electronic Security Command's Organization Division at Kelly Air Force Base. | ||
| SCHUETZE, Gary W. | Unk | 1994 | 202 asgn Misawa 1961-63 | |
| SCHULTE, Roslyn L. | 1Lt | 2009 | ISR Ops Officer asgn Afghanistan killed by roadside IED | |
| SCHULTZ, David L. | Unk | 2000 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| SCHULTZ, Leon John "Lee" | Unk | 2018 | Russian airborne linguist, 6988th Yakota and DaNang | |
| SCHULTZ, Marvin E. "Marv" | CMSgt | 1994 | 1st Sgt @ Landshut (56-58); also asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| SCHUMAN, Jimmie D. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01) | |
| SCHUNK, Carl | MSgt | 2010 | Yugo linguist - Brindisi; German linguist Rhein-Main, Hof, Goodfellow, Brindisi, Offutt, Berlin (Teufelsberg) | |
| SCHUNKE, John L. | SMSgt | 2016 | Yale Chinese Linguist, 6988 RSM | |
| SCHUTTE, Charles F. "Charlie" | CMSgt | 2017 | Bremerhaven, 6913th, 27 year vet | |
| Schwab, Delmar H. | 2024 | He served his country in the United States Air Force. He spent 9 years on the U.S. Air Force Security Service. On March 22, 1958 he married the love of his life, Karen Riley who preceded him in death in 2014. Delmar worked for Zeller's in Defiance, OH for 20 years in data processing. He also worked for North American Van Lines in Fort Wayne, IN for 16 years, also in data processing. | ||
| SCHWAN, Lawrence B. | Unk | 1989 | 203 asgn Kadena, Danang. | |
| SCHWARTZ, Earl "Vic" | Unk | 2009 | Clerk at Misawa; switch to Army and helicopter pilot in Vietnam | |
| SCHWARTZ, Leonard R. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| SCHWARZ, Brian Lee | Sgt | 2017 | German linguist - Mildenhall, 1984-87 | |
| Schweighart, Larry J. | 2024 | Per USAFSS Facebook Post he served in Misawa, Japan in the early 1970s as a Security Policeman. | ||
| SCHWENK, Jan R. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. 6987th, Taiwan. Later commissioned. | |
| SCHWENSOHN, Hebert Roger | SSgt | 2011 | 6913th/41st RSM, Bremerhaven, GE - Morse Section, Charlie Flight, 1956-59 | |
| SCHWERING, Kenneth | SSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, 1952-55 era, Brooks AFB, Darmstadt, et al | |
| SCHWETZ, Joseph A. | Unk | 2005 | 293 asgn Misawa 1955-57 | |
| SCOTT, Billy J (BJ) | unk | 2014 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1970-72, ASFC - 292 on Baker | |
| SCOTT, Boswell H. | MSgt | 2009 | Asgn Taiwan, Kelly | |
| SCOTT, Charles A. | CMSgt | 1996 | Unit mgr; 6910SG et al | |
| SCOTT, David L. Sr. "Scottie" | Unk | 2003 | Morse op asgn 41st/6913th 1953-56, retired from Border Patrol | |
| SCOTT, Decious D. | A1C | 1984 | Asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| SCOTT, Donald L. | Unk | 2008 | 202 asgn Kirknewton 1960-63; civilian at the Goodfellow school for many years | |
| SCOTT, John E. | A1C | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks Morse Intcpt; 41st/6913th RSM in early-mid 1950s. | |
| Scott, Jon M. | MSgt | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1984 where he received extensive training in linguistics and communications. He was a decorated combat veteran of the Persian Gulf and Kosovo and served at numerous stations around the world where he received many commendations and medals. According to Joseph Figueroa, "The March 2000 issue of the Air Intelligence Agency Spokesman Magazine has an article on how Jon was involved in the rescue of a downed F-117 pilot in Serbia. John was on the lead MH-53 helicopter that was part of the combat search and rescue operation." | |
| SCOTT, Jon Marcus | MSgt | 2020 | Airborne linguist, DSO; directly involved in F-117 rescue in Serbia CSAR from MH-53 helicopter; Persian Gulf and Kosovo veteran | |
| SCOTT, Ledbetter E. Jr "Lee" | MSgt | 1991 | Russian linguist; ACRP @ Rhein Main, Yokota, Kadena, NKP; NSA | |
| SCOTT, Ronald H. | A2C | 2009 | Chinese linguist IFEL grad (1958) | |
| Scott, Ronald Wayne | 2024 | He served in the United States Air Force Security Service from 1957 to 1960, spending the majority of his career in Turkey, where he monitored Soviet missile launches during the Cold War. He loved Turkey, had lifelong friends there, and late in his life made several “Bul Runs” to Istanbul with some of his service buddies. He finished his military career working with the National Security Agency | ||
| SCOTT, Vern Dale | Unk | 2017 | Morse op, Korea, Kelly AFB USAFSS | |
| SCOVEL, Arthur W. | A2C | 2001 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1956- | |
| SCREWS, Milton L. | Unk | 1961 | 292X1 asgn Misawa | |
| SEALOVER, William F. "Bill" | Unk | 2008 | Chinese/Vietnamese linguist; asgn Osan, Vietnam; early C-47 op in SEA | |
| Seaner, Thomas J. | Sgt | 2023 | Tom was honorably discharged in 1991 after five years of service. In his time in the USAF, Tom worked as a cryptologic linguist specialist. He received multiple commendations including the Joint Service Commendation medal, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship ribbon, National Defense Services medal, and the Aerial Achievement medal. | |
| SEAY, Marion Edgar (Ed) | TSgt | 2015 | Vietnamese Linguist - 6990th, Kadena AB; crosstrained Athens, Greece | |
| SEBERS, Frederick T. | TSgt | 1967 | Killed in sapper attack at Nha Trang AB, Vietnam | |
| SECRIST, Clarence E (Zeke) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SEDAM, Fred | Unk | Unk | Need info; believed to be at 6912th | |
| SEDAM, James H. | Unk | 2011 | 363x, TTY Maintenance - Misawa 70-72 | |
| SEEDS, Kenneth J. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-07) | |
| Sega, Gregory A. | 2024 | Greg served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict with the USAF Security Service as a Security Analyst. Greg was stationed at Zweibrucken, Germany, for three years and served two consecutive tours of duty at DaNang AFB in Vietnam. From 1968 through 1999, Greg enjoyed working for the US Army Communications Command, Northeast Telecommunications Switching Center (USACC-NETSC) at the old Hancock Airfield in North Syracuse. He started work there as a Computer Operator and worked his way up through various levels and retired as the Chief of Resource Management Division with responsibilities for security, financial management and budget, personnel management, power production, logistics, travel, procurement, administration, and mopping the floor. | ||
| SEIBERT, William "Bill" | MSgt | 2017 | Arab and Spanish linguist; 6916th and 6949th | |
| SEIGEL, Paul J. | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist 41st RSM | |
| SEITZ, Charles S. | Unk | 1989 | Need info please | |
| Seitz, Richard E. | 2022 | He served in the United States Air Force from 1962-1966. He was a Morse Code intercept operator serving in Crete, Greece, and later as a programming specialist in San Antonio, TX. | ||
| SELBACH, Kenneth | Unk | 1976 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| SELE, Ronald Dale | TSgt | 2017 | 6912th; more info needed | |
| SELLERS, Thomas M. | MSgt | 2004 | First Sergeant @ 6989th/Misawa 1958-62 | |
| SELLMAN, Jack | Unk | 2016 | 292X1; 6910th Weisbaden, Germany | |
| SELVIDGE, Matt H. | Unk | 2006 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1959-60 | |
| SEMONIN, Paul Robert | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist, Korea | |
| SEMONOVICH, William J. | Unk | 2000 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) | |
| Senderling, Steven A. | A1C | 2024 | Years of service were 1963 – 1967; AFSC was 203x1-2 Mandarin Chinese; Assignment include Goodfellow AFB tech school; ALK and AZK; Yokota AB, Japan, Offutt AFB. | |
| SENIOR, Burton R. | A1C | 1975 | Misawa - 1963 | |
| SENIOR, Sam | Unk | 2008 | 2nd RSM vet; began 2nd RSM reunions | |
| SENKBEIL, Frederick W. II | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-10) | |
| SERAFEN, Richard M. "Dick" | unk | 2015 | USAFSS - 41st RSM, 1951-54, AFSC 29352 | |
| SETSER, Lester E. "Les" | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, COMINT Specialist, WWII thru Viet Nam, Cmd Hq, SEA, et al | |
| SETTLEMYRE, Guy O. | AlC | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; 202XX analyst, 6913 RSM, Bremerhaven, Germany in early yrs. | |
| SETZER, Dennis | MSgt | 1979 | 294 w/6937th Comm Gp, Peshawar, Pakistan (1963) | |
| SEYBOTH, Donald G. | A1C | 2010 | Misawa 1967 | |
| Shackelford, Thomas Wilmer | 2025 | Tom enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1952, where he would spend the next four years of his life serving with the U.S. Air Force Security Service, protecting his country through intelligence work. He is survived by his wife, Carla Shackelford, of 68 years, his son and daughter-in-law, Phil Shackelford (Paula) of El Dorado, AR. //Obit – McBride Funeral Home// | ||
| SHACKLEFORD, Carroll H. | Unk | 2018 | 6918 RSM; 702XX in Korea and Vietnam | |
| SHACKLEFORD, Edward Ellis | Maj | 2017 | USAFSS Intel Officer; Kelly AFB, WPAFB, Misawa, Zweibrucken, San Vito | |
| SHAEFFER, Richard B. | SMSgt | 2000 | 25 year vet | |
| SHAFRANSKY, Thomas A. "Tommy Shaw"Â | Unk | 2007 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-04) | |
| SHANDREW, Bobby W. | TSgt | 1999 | 203 Chinese asgn 6988th/6990th/6924th/Monterey. | |
| SHANE, Roger A. Sr. | TSgt/GS | 2004 | Asgn Hq USAFSS/Data Automation | |
| SHANGRAW, Clarence F. | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| Shankland, Charles G. | Colonel | 2023 | He was a highly decorated career Intelligence Officer and Defense Contractor Executive. His career began in 1961 at the Strategic Air Command Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska, followed quickly by an overseas assignment to Taipei, Taiwan. Next was his first assignment at the Pentagon and then overseas to a combat duty tour in Vietnam where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. After the tour in Vietnam, (then Captain) Shankland returned to South Dakota State University as an Air Force ROTC Instructor & Professor. After a promotion to Major and a 2nd assignment at the Pentagon, he and his family were off to another overseas assignment, 3 years in Stuttgart, Germany. Then, having been promoted to Colonel, he served as the Director of Intelligence at the Strategic Air Command Headquarters, then to Hawaii as a member of the Commander in Chief Pacific's staff. His final military tour of duty was back at the Pentagon after he was selected to serve as the Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. A couple of his most noteworthy Intelligence efforts included the Chernobyl nuclear meltdown, and the shoot down of Korean Air 007. During his extensive Air Force career, Colonel Shankland was awarded 11 medal citations, including the Bronze Star, Defense Superior Service Medals, Legion of Merit, and Meritorious Service Medals. | |
| SHANKLES, Milford H. | Unk | 2002 | USAFSS 41st RSM Vet. | |
| SHANKLIN, Carter A. | 2LT | 2013 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1966 | |
| SHARES, Milton C. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-11) | |
| SHARPE, Lynn | MSgt | 2011 | Early 1960's 6916 RSM/SS Russian linguist; former AF photographer | |
| SHAVER, Charles D. | CMSgt | 1997 | Into SS 1950; retired '69; became claim mgr USAA | |
| Shaver, Hallie Franklin | 2021 | Hallie served in the National Guards, Co. L, 29th division in Staunton, Virginia for a year and a half before enlisting in the US Air Force and USAFSS for four years prior to his honorable discharge. | ||
| Shaw, Thomas | 2024 | Tom enlisted in the USAF March 1959 and retired in San Angelo 30 June 1979. While stationed in West Berlin. | ||
| SHAW, Verner L. | Unk | 2017 | Career cryptologist; Phillipines, Alaska, Mississippi, and Germany; 8AF-Eglin AFB | |
| SHEA, Leo W. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| SHEAN, John P. | Col | 1997 | Intercept Officer Fm Army Security Agency into SS 1950; Cmdr 12th RSM, Landsberg; HoH 1983 | |
| SHEEHAN, Charles R. "Chick" | A1C | 2018 | Mandarin Chinese linguist, 1955-58; Py-Do, Westover AFB; State Dept as Language School Director | |
| SHEEHAN, Paul E. | LtCol | 2009 | Long time member of ESC; asgn Ramstein, Chicksands | |
| SHEEHAN, Robert A. | Sgt | 2011 | Russian linguist, Turkey | |
| SHEFFIELD, Rodney K. | Unk | 2008 | 304 asgn Misawa 1971-74; Vietnam War era. 12 years in the service, which included spending several years serving as an electrical technician in the Security Services in Korea, Japan, Oklahoma, Texas and Mississippi. He was also an electrical instructor at Keesler AFB in Mississippi. | |
| SHELAITO, Robert G. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| Sheldon, Joseph Kyle | 2021 | He joined the Air Force in 1957 and was placed in the Air Force Security Services, serving 20 years. He was stationed in the US, Korea, Japan, Okinawa, Greece, Germany, finally retiring at Goodfellow AFB in 1978 and making San Angelo his final home. | ||
| SHELTON, Fred Franklin | MSgt | 2014 | Berlin - need more info please | |
| SHELTON, Jerome W. | Unk | 2003 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1960 | |
| Shelton, Tommy Joel | Sgt | 2020 | He was a Kentucky State Trooper from 1975-1979, and a US Air Force Vietnam Veteran. According to Keith Hyland, "He served from 1971 to 1974 as a 207X1 in Misawa on dog flight." | |
| SHEPARD, Charles W. | Col | 1985 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's,Commander 1st RSM (50-53), Cmd Hq Staff, et al | |
| SHEPARD, Robert G. | MSgt | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger; et al | |
| SHEPP, James | Unk | 2009 | Elint operator asgn Hof, Wakkanai | |
| SHEPPARD, Lawrence J. "Shep" | Unk | 2017 | 6918th (Hakata) | |
| SHERBURN, Hugh L. | TSgt | 1969 | ARDF opr killed in Pleiku-based EC-47 shot down over Vietnam, Remains found and Id'd 2015 | |
| SHERBURNE, Guy Albert | SMSgt | 2018 | Top Cop Misawa, 6903rd; ESC/AIA IG Teams; McChord, Hickam, Misawa; one of first cyber security experts; known as the "Sheriff" | |
| SHERIDAN, Joseph W. | A1C | 1994 | 292X1 asgn Darmstadt (5/61-6/63) | |
| SHERLOCK, Frank C. | Unk | Unk | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| SHERRILL, John D. | Maj | 2003 | Budget man in Comptrollers Office @ AFSPECOM in 1979. | |
| SHERRILL, Marvin C. | MSgt | 1998 | ||
| Sherwood, Robert Lee | CMSgt | 2025 | Chief Master Sergeant Robert L. Sherwood was the MAJCOM Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commander of Electronic Security Command, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, at the time of his retirement from the United States Air Force effective 1 October 1989. A native of Terre Haute, Indiana, is an alumnus of Glenn (IN) High School, Indiana University at Bloomington and the University of Maryland at College Park. He also earned a degree from the Community College of the Air Force and is an in-resident graduate of the USAF Security Service NCO Academy at Goodfellow AFB, Texas, and the USAF Senior NCO Academy at Gunter AS, Alabama. Chief Sherwood entered the Air Force in February 1962 and spent the majority of his career as an operator in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. His overseas assignments included Elmendorf AFB, Alaska; Shemya AFS in the Aleutian Islands; Peshawar, Pakistan; DaNang AB, Republic of Vietnam; RAF Chicksands, United Kingdom; Nakhon Phanom RTAFB, Thailand; and Hahn AB, Germany. His ConUS assignments included Bunker Hill AFB, Indiana; Goodfellow AFB, Texas; Fort George G. Meade, Maryland; and, Kelly AFB, Texas. A Vietnam War veteran, Chief Sherwood is credited is 512 combat missions and over 2,500 combat hours aboard EC-47 aircraft in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Further, he performed intelligence and reconnaissance aircrew duties aboard RC-135 and electronic warfare equipped C-130 aircraft in the Pacific and European Theaters of Operations. In addition to MAJCOM Senior Enlisted Advisor duties at the Electronic Security Service NCO Academy, Goodfellow AFB, Texas, and senior enlisted advisor for the Air Force component of the National Security Agency at Fort George G. Meade, Maryland. His awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit; three Distinguished Flying Crosses; four Meritorious Service Medals; 15 Air Medals; two Air Force Commendation Medals; seven Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards and Valor device; the Combat Readiness Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with eleven campaign stars; the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm; and, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. Chief Sherwood was inducted into the Air Force Intelligence Hall of Honor in 1998; was Director Emeritus and former President of the Freedom Through Vigilance Association; a former member of the Fisher House, Inc. Board of Directors; and, served several years as a committee chairman with the Alamo Chapter of the Air Force Association. Bob was devoted to his roommate and his family. A love story for the ages, he loved her unconditionally for 67 years. Chief Sherwood was a giant among giants in the USAF and USAFSS. He showed us all what servant leadership was all about by his word, actions and beliefs. He gave selflessly to all - and we are the better for it. God speed Chief and rest in eternal peace. //Marco Aldaz// Bob was my coworker and friend. He did many wonderful things in the San Antonio community supporting the military community. Bob never sought attention. He was always about the mission. He always gave me his honest and best counsel. His passing is a terrible loss to all who knew him. //Bob Glenn// We were all better, because Bob Sherwood was among us. He was an operator, an intelligence ISR professional, an example for others, a mentor, a friend and a leader. He was the best advisor that a commander needed. He served us, the Air Force, and our community (FTVA, SSFCU, and San Antonio) ...w/o any expectation of personal benefit or return. He made us better and will be missed, by many Silent Warriors and others, who may not have the opportunity or take the time to say it. We'll miss you Bob...and Ann we are here for you, if you need anything. //Sincerely, Chris Cook// He was a giant. //A. J. Harrison// CMSgt Bob Sherwood, a former Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commander, Electronic Security Command (ESC), passed away Monday morning, May 5, after an extended illness. The Chief’s distinguished career took him from the skies over Viet Nam to the halls of academia at the ESC NCO Academy, Goodfellow AFB, TX, among others. He is a member of the FTVA Hall of Honor and Director Emeritus on the FTVA Board of Directors. //Ken Maynard// So sorry to hear the news of Bob's passing. Dry sense of humor, great guy. I'll keep Bob and his family in my thoughts and prayers. RIP, my friend. //Rob Graham// This one hits hard. I worked with Bob at the ESC NCO PME Center in the early 80s. Steady and reliable with a wonderfully dry sense of humor, his classes were enjoyable to sit through. Rest in peace, Chief. //Sharon Frizell// We were instructors at USAFSS/ESC NCO Academy and Leadership School at the same time. Great loss! //Ryhan T. Whittaker// I was at the Goodfellow Academy in the 70's. We were at the club during a leadership school graduation. Instructor Bob Sherwood came around and some of my classmate decided they would buy him drinks so that he wouldn't be as straight in class the next day. Having known 'Coach,' as we called him during EC-47 days, I kind of warned them by saying 'if you think you can afford it.' I knew his drink of choice was Chevas and I'd never seen it affect him. The next morning the participating class members were the worse for wear, and Bob, as usual, was unfazed and ramrod straight. //Tom Rinderle// What a man, making everyone smile, he was a true face of Security Service as an instructor, 207, and FTVA representative. It was a pleasure attending his class and being greeted by him whenever we met after his retirement. He made me feel good whenever we would meet. He even called me by name many years after attending NCO academy. //Darrell and Kathleen Ritzema// I'm saddened to hear this. Bob Sherwood was a good friend of mine since 1985. I last saw him in 2016 when I was in San Antonio for a retirement ceremony. //William Spruill Jr.// Had privilege of serving with him at Chicks and NKP. Outstanding man and leader. Will be sadly missed. RIP. //Gerald Ellis// Rest in Peace Chief. We served together in Germany and reconnected in Korea when he was Command SEA. //Jerry Jones// Bob and I served together at Det 3, 6994th NKP. He was a TSgt then, in charge of scheduling. When I asked him to schedule me for a flight I would ask him to pick the Electric Goon with both engines working. Always had a good laugh. A leader by example! //Ed Marek// Listed in Our Losses section of 6994th Security Squadron web site https://6994th.com/our-losses/ //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| SHETTLE, Marguerite (Moore) | GS-11 | 2017 | GS-11 - HQ ESC | |
| SHIMEK, Eugene L. | CMSgt | 1996 | Admin; 28-yrs SS; Cmd Staff | |
| Shimek, William J., USAFSS | 2025 | Bill enlisted in the United States Air Force on June 12, 1966, and was honorable discharged on June 12, 1970. He was assigned to study Russian at the Department of Defense East European Language Institute at Syracuse University, graduating in 1967. Bill had several related trainings at a number of military bases following his graduation. He was assigned as Airborne Russian Linguist on recon flights from Japan, South Korea, Okinawa and Omaha, NE until his discharge in 1970. | ||
| SHIPLEY, Robert | Unk | 2016 | Osan AB, Korea; Master Martial Arts | |
| SHIPMAN, Gerald D. | GS | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer, 202XX, AFSCC, et al | |
| SHIPMAN, Henry J. "Skip" | SMSgt | 2005 | 202X0 asgn 6950th or 6952nd | |
| SHIPP, Walter L. | SSgt/GS | 2004 | 645X0/Supply asgn Security Hill Depot; ret USAFSS 1975 then civil service @ Kelly | |
| SHIPPEE, Donald D. | Unk | 1994 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan, retired from USAF Jun 1965 | |
| Shirley, Graham Edward | Brig Gen | 2021 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force and enrolled in the Air Force Academy Preparatory School in 1962, graduating in 1963. He was the first USAFA Prep School graduate to be promoted to general officer. He was a Distinguished Graduate in the USAF Academy Class of 1966. His first assignment was flying KC135s at Columbus Air Force Base, MS. In 1969, he volunteered for combat duty, flying the RF-4C with the 16th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron at Tan Son Nhut Air Base in South Vietnam. In June 1970, he transferred to the 14th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, at Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base in Thailand, where he continued to fly combat missions as an Instructor Pilot and Squadron Executive Officer. He was the acting Commander when Operation El Dorado Canyon was executed against targets in Libya. In June 1990 he returned to Texas as Vice Commander of Air Force Intelligence Command, at Kelly Air Force Base, where he served until his retirement in 1992, after 31 years of distinguished service. General Shirley was a Command Pilot with 3,000+ flying hours, including more than two hundred combat missions during two tours of duty in Southeast Asia. | |
| SHIRLEY, William C. | UNK | 2010 | 203XX - Misawa 1970 | |
| SHIVER, Victor W. | Capt/GS | 2005 | Asgn Dayton, OH and Langley AFB, VA w/AIA | |
| SHOEMAKER, Norman | Unk | 1984 | Chicksands comm center in early 60s | |
| SHOFFNER, Felix | MSgt | 2019 | Morse Op, airborne systems pioneer (RB-29A); Russian linguist | |
| SHOMPANY, Alfred Joseph | unk | 2014 | Morse intercept Op - 41st RSM Bremerhaven GE, in December 1951-1954 | |
| SHOOK, Garrett | Unk | 2001 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| Shore, John, CWO3 | CW03 | 2021 | John entered the Air Force on October 25, 1950 and completed Basic Training in San Antonio where he met Adaline shortly thereafter. John continued his Air Force career until February 1, 1961 when he transferred to the Army as a Warrant Officer. He completed his Military Service in the Army as a CW03 Warrant Officer on February 28, 1971 when he retired. He was a proud Veteran of the Vietnam War. According to Richard Shutte, "John and I shared 70 years of friendship, starting with our entering the US Air Force at the same time and going thru basic training and tech school at F. E. Warren AFB, CHEYENNE, WY while we were assigned to the USAF Security Service. We followed similar careers; both having retired as US Army Warrant Officers. After our retirements, we resumed our close friendship, often meeting in Fredrick burg or walking the mall in San Angelo. John and Adie provided enormous strength and support during and following the passing of my spouse in 2016." | |
| SHORT, Thomas E. | LCol | 1998 | SS Ol'timer 12-yrs; flew RB-50's out of Yokota in '50's;commissioned 1-Lt in Armyet al | |
| SHRULL, Doyle | unk | 2006 | 207X1 Morse Systems Op - Keesler AFB (Tech School) 83-84, RAF Chicksands 84-? | |
| SHULACK, Charles S. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SHULENSKI, John T. | SSgt | 2017 | 6918th Dawg Flight | |
| SHUMAN, Larry K. | MSgt | 2007 | Abrn maint; known as the "pan man", G-1099 wiz | |
| Shuntich, Annabelle Lee, married to Peter J. Shuntich | 2024 | In 1955, Annabelle met the love of her life, Peter J. Shuntich Jr., who was serving in the United States Air Force Security Service. They married June 9, 1956, at SS. Peter and Paul Church in Youngstown. In 1959, the couple settled in Vienna, where they built their lifelong home. | ||
| SICHENZIA, Anthony "Tony" | SMSgt | 2001 | Abrn 292/207 @ Chix, Nha Trang, Offutt, Air Staff, Cmd Stan/Eval. | |
| SICKLES, RONALD P. | Unk | 1989 | Asgn Misawa 292x 61- | |
| Siedling, David J. | SMSgt | 2023 | David retired from the Air Force in 2005 following 23 years of honorable service to the nation. David embraced the opportunities to travel and live life to the fullest all over the world as he served. Upon retirement, David remained in Maryland and continued in honorable service to the nation with the National Security Agency. While in Maryland, David met the love of his life, Pam, as well as her son, Nick. A new family was born. David and Pam married then enjoyed their next assignment together in Hawaii before settling in South Carolina. Following information provided by Mike Dollar: Dave was an MA and I believe he retired as a SMSgt. We flew together on RJ while assigned at Mildy in the late 80s-early 90s. | |
| SIEFRING, William J. "Bill" | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, Russian Linguist Athens, Alaska, England, NSA, et al, | |
| Siegfried, Joe | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF April 1958. Joe was enrolled in the Serbo-Croatian Program at the US Air Force Institute of Technology language school of Syracuse University which he completed in April 1959. While at Syracuse, he escaped a deadly flashfire in the language school dormitory. Subsequently, Joe was assigned to the 6910th Radio Group, Mobile (RGM) of the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS), and in July 1959 posted to Sembach Air Base, Germany, living in nearby Kaiserslautern. Most of his compatriots had to perform work while airborne - this could be very dangerous. For instance - in the 6911th Radio Group Mobile, the unit immediately following Joe's - all 11 of the linguists were killed, along with six flight crew. On his own initiative, he acquired a working knowledge of two languages in addition to his primary. He mastered his primary Serbo-Croatian, eventually Czech, which they really needed, and finally Polish. Joe served until December 1962, followed by the USAF Reserve, then honorably discharged in April 1964. | ||
| SIEGLE, Ronald Edward | SSgt | 2017 | 1960-68; 6994th SS | |
| SIERRA, Joe | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist | |
| SIEVERS, Lyle D. | Sgt | 2007 | 461X - Misawa 1950 | |
| SIEWERT, Del | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Alaska; need addl info pls | |
| SIFFORD, Franklin Laverne | unk | 2014 | Misawa - 1959-62 | |
| SIGSTON, Franklyn W. Jr. "Frank" | unk | 2015 | 6924th - Comms professional - need more info please | |
| SIKES, Arthur D. Jr. | Bgen | 2007 | Involved w/U-2 ops in Thailand during Linebacker II, Desert Storm, Bosnia; Dir/Intel | |
| SIKOKIS, GEORGE J. | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Misawa 54- | |
| SILER, Paul | TSgt | 2016 | Morse Op - USAFSS 1954-75, EC-47 crewmember, Vietnam Veteran, Clark AB PI | |
| Silvia, William F. | MSgt | 2020 | He was a Korean and Vietnam War veteran - serving with the United States Marine Corp and the United States Air Force. He joined the United States Marine Corp in 1951 and retired from the United States Air Force in 1974. According to Larry Tart, "I just learned of the passing of Retired MSgt William F. Silvia, with whom many of us served in Athens. He learned Russian @ Syracuse University and flew missions with the 6990th SS/Kadena during the Vietnam War and with the 6916th SS/Athens during the early 1970s. RIP William F. Silvia." According to Jon Gwin, "Bill was one in infinity. I crossed paths with him and his shadow over and over again: in Syracuse, at Goodfellow, Samsun and finally Athens. IIRC, he came to Samsun from Yokota but was also at Rhein Main at some point. He and Vi visited us in Laurel, MD well after his retirement." According to Dave Bristol, "So many memories of Bill in Athens and in Rhode Island. Shirley and I visited Bill and Vi at their home in Rhode Island some years ago when we were working in a campground nearby in Massachusetts. It may have been while we were working on the 60528 project, but time dims that memory. Darts at Bills place in Athens was always a great time. He was left-handed and he was deadly at triple 19." | |
| SILVIN, Art | MSgt | 2005 | Longtime USAFSS vet (207X2) asgn Menwith Hill | |
| SILVIS, James "Jim" | MSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; Ops in PSR, ETO, Vietnam, Alaska, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| SIMERLY, Gary J. | TSgt | 1990 | 292X1, 6989th RSM, et al | |
| SIMMONS, Albert | Unk | 20?? | Asgn T3 Misawa 1969-70 | |
| SIMMONS, Clifford N. | unk | 2015 | Korea - need more info | |
| Simmons, Ray C. | SSgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1967. He was assigned to the U.S. Air Force Security Service during the Vietnam War and earned numerous air medals and the Bronze Star. Sonny worked for the National Security Agency in between tours in Southeast Asia. After 10 years of service, Sonny was honorably discharged from the military as a Staff Sergeant. | |
| Simmons, Roger W. | 2022 | He was a 20-year USAF retiree. Roger W. Simmons is listed in “Our Losses” page from 6994th Security Squadron site https://6994th.com | ||
| SIMMS, Artie O. | A2C | 2006 | 202x, Misawa, 1962- | |
| SIMMS, James E. | TSgt | 1995 | Comm; SS Ol'Timer; duty Taiwan, Vietnam,, Saudi Arabia w/Bendix Corp | |
| Simms, James Robert, USAFSS | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF and proudly served his country in Vietnam. According to the USAFSS Facebook page Jim Simms was a Vietnamese Linguist at the 90th and NKP. According to Bill Ford, Jim and I were stationed in Texas, Kadena AFB in Okinawa and our last year in the Air Force at NKP, Thailand. Just a great guy and really enjoyed our time in the service. | ||
| SIMMS, John Barber | A1C | 2018 | 41st RSM | |
| SIMMS, Scott | GS | 1985 | Background not available | |
| SIMONETTI, Lino D. | Col | 2001 | DCS/Personnel, Hq USAFSS 1953-56 | |
| SIMONS, Raymond R. | TSgt | 1994 | Off Club mgr Misawa. AsgnOffutt, AFA, Tinker, Tan Son Nhut and Keesler | |
| SIMPSON, John E. | 1Lt | 1958 | ACRP C130 Co-Pilot, USAFE/SS 7406th ACRP, killed in shoot down Sep 2-58 | |
| SIMPSON, Paul | Col | 2016 | DOS 1947-1986; USAFSS units in VA, TX, AK, Germany | |
| SIMS, Arthur E. | A1C | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; Brooks AFB MM trng; 6913 RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger, in mid 50's | |
| SIMS, Bernard D. | Unk | 2012 | 292x, Misawa, 1963-5 | |
| SIMS, Bernard Dwight | Unk | Unk | more info please | |
| SIMS, Coy A. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Singleton, Leonard John Jr., MSgt | MSgt | 2025 | Referred to as "LJ" by his friends & family, passed away peacefully at his home alongside his loving wife Sun-Pong. LJ was 66 years of age. He and Sun-Pong were married 42 years. LJ was a proud US Air Force veteran of 20 years. As a Cryptologic Language Analyst, he was responsible for translating & analyzing messages containing vital intelligence & getting that intel to top military decision makers. LJ excelled in his chosen field as evidenced by earning his degree in Intelligence Collection and being selected as a language instructor at the Defense Language Institute at Presidio of Monterey California. LJ was awarded many accolades, but most noteworthy were the Air Force Commendation medal with one oak leaf cluster, the Joint Service Achievement Medal, & the Joint Service Commendation Medal. Most of his career was spent stationed at Osan Air Base, South Korea. Leonard is survived by his wife, Sun-Pong. //Obit - www.moserfuneralhome.com// A long time Skivvy Niner. //Dennis Buxton// Leonard was a kind, warm and beautiful person. A wonderful mentor with a playful personality. He was an inspiration and will be forever missed. Love to his wife, family and long list of friends //Chris Callan// Sincere condolences. LJ was my senior analyst for several years when I was based in Hawaii and he couldn't have been a wiser, warmer, funnier mentor. He will be missed dearly. //Eric & Jennifer Feinberg// | |
| SINGLEVICH, Walter | Civ | 1992 | Hall of Honor 1996; A Founding Father of AFTAC; Presidential Award for Meritorious Executives; multiple high level citations | |
| SINNARD, John L. | CMSgt | 2011 | 203XX, Misawa, 6921st and 6989th 1960-63, Zwiebrucken 6901st, Hof, NSA, Okinawa, Berlin | |
| SINSEL, Thomas J. Jr. | CMSgt | 2003 | Linguist; Op Supt 6949th/Offutt early 70s; Ditty Bopper school at Keesler in 52, basic Russian at Monterey 56, Intermediate Russian and Advanced Russian at Syracuse. USAFSS assignments: 8th RSM, Brooks AFB 52/53; 34th RSM, Wheelus Field, Libya 53/54; 6910th RGM, Sembach AFB, Germany 57/59; Hq AFSCC, Kelly AFB, TX, 59/61; 6980th RSM, North East Cape, Alaska, 62/63; 6985th SS, Eielson AFB, Alaska, 64/67; 6949th SS, Offutt AFB, Neb, 67/68; 6988th SS, Yokota AFB, Japan, 68/69; OL2/OLBB, 6988th SS, Itazuke AFB, Japan, 69/71; NSA, Fort Meade, MD, 71; retired Dec 31, 1971 | |
| SINTON, Grant "Bill" | MSgt | 1993 | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Hq, ETO, PSR | |
| SIPPEL, Donald J. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-10) | |
| SIRMYER, Edgar A. | Bgen | 1997 | Hq USAFSS/Dep CC 1953-56, 6920th/CC 1956 | |
| SITES, Kermit W. | SSgt | 2019 | 6913th RSM Bremerhaven C Flight, 1954-57 | |
| SIZEMORE, Walter L. | Unk | 1994 | more info please | |
| Sjolander, Ardell “Red” | CMSgt | 2019 | He served 27 years in the USAF and had assignments in Okinawa, England, Germany, Vietnam and Texas. He retired from the USAF in 1979 and made San Antonio his home. Okinawa, England, Germany, Vietnam, and TX; | |
| SKAINES, Ferrell A. | A1C | 1995 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1954- | |
| SKAUG, Bruce J. | A1C | 1960 | 561 asgn Misawa 1954-58 | |
| SKELTON, Thomas W. | CMSgt | 2001 | Served SS into AIA era, Tom served several OS locations in the CMD | |
| Skidmore, Calvin D. | 2020 | He joined the US Air force and graduated from the Radio Intercept Analysis School and the USAFSS NCO Academy at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, Texas. He served for nine years. | ||
| SKIRKO, Lawrence A. | SSgt | 2004 | 306X asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| SKOCZEN, David R. | Unk | 1989 | Asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| Skoskie, Joseph C. | MSgt | 2022 | Joe enlisted in the USAF in January 1966. He was very proud of serving his country and teared up whenever the National Anthem was played. During his first 10 years of service, he served tours as a communications technician with the Air Force Electronic Security Command in Alaska, Texas, Italy, and Japan. He served his second 10 years as a computer systems analyst at Headquarters Strategic Air Command (SAC), Offutt AFB, Omaha, Neb. and the Defense Communications Agency at the Alternate National Military Command Center, Site “R,” in southern Pennsylvania. During his career, he received degrees from the community college of the Air Force and Georgia Military College. He is also a graduate of the Strategic Air Command’s NonCommissioned Officer’s Academy. | |
| SKRABACZ, Ronald L. | Unk | 1997 | 292x1, Misawa 1966-67 | |
| SKUTAR, Mike | A1C | 2009 | 29352 asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt 1952-55 | |
| SLAPPEY, Thomas W. | unk | 1993 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1958-59 | |
| SLATER, Charles E III | SSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Operations 6913th RSM Bremerhaven in early 1950's | |
| Slater, Marshall “Tip” | Colonel | 2023 | Tip had a distinguished 27-year career in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a Colonel. He amassed over 5,000 hours of flying time as a KC-135 and RC-135 aircraft navigator and was involved in RC-135, U-2, and SR-71 operations. He was commander of the 9th Communications Squadron at Beale AFB, California. Before military retirement, he served as the chief of the Combat Systems Divisions, directing all combat planning and execution systems to all echelons of warfighters. His military decorations were many and included the Distinguished Flying Cross, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster, the Air Medal with 12 Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Air Force Commendation Medal. | |
| SLEDGE, Bobby P. "Bob" | MSgt | 2003 | Asgn Eglin; Korea; Sheppard; Tyndall; Wheeler; USAFSS Hq; PACAF. | |
| Slep, John "Jack" J. | 2022 | He served in the Korean and Cold War, 1950-1956, in the USAF Security Service/Air Intelligence as a Russian-speaking interrogator, interpreter, translator, and radio intercept operator, having spent a year at the Army Language School, Monterey, CA (Presently the Defense Language Institute) and Russian Institute, Columbia University, NYC, NY, as one of ten selected for a special course. He served at the Armed Forces Security Agency (Presently the National Security Agency), Arlington Hall, VA; St. Lawrence Island, Bering Sea, Alaska, 36 miles from Siberia, Russia; Tripoli, Libya, and Germany. After retiring, he worked for McGraw-Hill Book Co. under contract with the USAF Foreign Technology Division at Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, Ohio, as chief translator in the Golden Eagle Project. Simultaneously, he was an evening Russian language instructor teaching basic Russian to Strategic Air Command (SAC) pilots and crews, as well as a part-time freelance and translator at night for various American agencies publishing Russian scientific and technical journals. | ||
| SLIZEWSKI, Francis M. | MSgt | 2010 | Crypto Maint asgn Misawa 1964-66, as well as in French Morocco, Thailand, Okinawa, and the Philippines | |
| Sloan, Hugh J. III | Maj | 2020 | The USAF, recognizing his talent for languages, sent Hugh to Indiana University and Syracuse University to become a Russian linguist. He served for 27 years as an intelligence analyst in such posts as Peshawar, Pakistan and Misawa, Japan. He was subsequently assigned to the National Security Agency in Russian language intelligence responsibilities. After his active duty career, Hugh joined the Ohio Air National Guard at Rickenbacker Air Base in Columbus, Ohio where he ultimately attained the rank of Major. Having been a Civil Air Patrol cadet, Hugh led Oxford’s Steve Launius Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol. The Mississippi Wing honored his years as Director of Aerospace Education and many other duties with the T.G. Fortune Lifetime Achievement Award. Hugh has been a member of Military Officers Association of America. He founded the World Future Society in Columbus, Ohio. He has enjoyed reunions with his oldest friends and mentors, the “Peshawar Bandits.” Dr. Sloan retired as Associate Professor Emeritus of Marketing at the University of Mississippi after teaching for 29 years. He taught thousands of students and hundreds of Civil Air Patrol cadets. He earned his B.S. in political science from the University of Maryland Overseas while in Japan; an M.B.A. from Baldwin Wallace University; and his Ph.D. in Marketing and Logistics from The Ohio State University. He enlisted in the USAF where, recognizing his talent for languages, he was sent to to Indiana University and Syracuse University to become a Russian linguist. He served for 27 years as an intelligence analyst in such posts as Peshawar, Pakistan and Misawa, Japan, listening to Soviet MiG instructors training pilots for service in Vietnam and intercepting historic Space Race transmissions like those by Gherman Titov, the second person to orbit Earth. With that experience, he was assigned to the National Security Agency in Washington, DC with top secret Russian language intelligence responsibilities. Missing military camaraderie, Hugh joined the Ohio Air National Guard at Rickenbacker Air Base in Columbus, Ohio. Still with AT&T, he trained with the Guard in the upper peninsula of Michigan, Hawaii, Nevada, Germany, Panama and Great Britain. At age 39, he attended Ohio Air National Guard Officer’s School in Maryville, TN, and was promoted to Lieutenant, Captain and Major with high security clearance in the Rickenbacker Intel Shop. Hugh led Oxford’s Steve Launius Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, empowering cadets and senior leaders to excel in aerospace education, emergency services, and the noblest Air Force traditions. CAP’s Mississippi Wing honored his years as Director of Aerospace Education and many other duties with the T.G. Fortune Lifetime Achievement Award. | |
| SLOAN, Leo J. | AlC | 1956 | SS ACRP Linguist @ Yokata; lost on RB-50 msn Sep10-56 | |
| SLOAN, Walter D. (Dave) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SLOCUMB, Tyler H. | LCol | 2000 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; retired USAF 1954 | |
| SLOTHOWER, Virgil D. | SMSgt | 1998 | Long-time, Physical Security Specialist | |
| SMALL, Richard D. | Col | 2007 | HoH member 1985; Commander 2nd RSM/6911th 1954-57 | |
| SMALLWOOD, Donald | TSgt | 2014 | 1956-1977, electronics - South Africa, Dover Del.(58-61)- San Angelo,Tx.(61 63) Chicksands,-England (63-67) Orlando Fla (67-68) Anchorage,Alaska (68-72) San Antonio | |
| SMITH, Brad R. | Sgt | 2018 | 297X1; 6987th Taiwan Shu Lin Kou AS | |
| SMITH, Cecil Edward "Eddy" | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (Sanz School 1960-08, IFEL 1964-01) Korea, Thailand, Philippines. | |
| SMITH, Charlie Lee | MSgt | 2015 | USAFSS - 292 - 6987th, Taiwan | |
| SMITH, Conrad H. | Unk | 1990 | Need info please | |
| SMITH, Curtiss | MSgt | 1984 | Need info please | |
| SMITH, Darryl "Smitty" | MSgt | 2001 | Military intell officer various tours incl 2 in Vietnam, Kelly, Karamursel, Osan early 60s | |
| Smith, Donald Raymond | 2025 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1968. He trained for two years to become a Vietnamese Linguist, flying over 130 radio recon combat missions over Vietnam. He was honorably discharged in 1972, from the USAF. Donald worked briefly with NSA Breaking Code upon his return from Vietnam. According to Harv Goldstein, My sympathies go out to Smitty's family. I served with Don in Viet Nam and at NSA. Not only was he a great guy, but he was also a big help to me and the other linguists at Tan Son Nhut. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him. Listed in Our Losses section of 6994th Security Squadron web site https://6994th.com/our-losses | ||
| Smith, Earl S. | SMSgt | 2024 | Earl served in the USAF from 1969 to 1989, achieving the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. His military career included training in San Angelo, TX, and subsequent postings across the globe from Ramstein Air Base in Germany to Iraklion Air Station in Greece, a year in South Korea, culminating at Fort Meade Maryland, where he worked for the National Security Agency as a Communications Supervisor/Analyst. | |
| SMITH, EARLY B. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 702x 59- | |
| SMITH, Edward D. | A1C | 2016 | 1954-58 RAF Kirknewton | |
| SMITH, Forbie | Unk | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Morse Intcpt Opr, COMSEC specialist, Brooks, Bremerhaven, et al | |
| SMITH, Frank R. | MSgt | 1986 | 202X0 asgn Zweibrucken, Frankfurt, San Antonio, Udorn (as 1st Sgt) | |
| SMITH, Fred T. | Maj | 1985 | USAFSS program engineering for ACRP RB-29/RB-50/RC-130/early RC-135 | |
| SMITH, Garrett A. Jr. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-07) | |
| SMITH, Gary H. | A1C | 2013 | USAFSS 1956-63, RU or German Linguist | |
| Smith, Gerald "Jerry" E. | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1953, serving as a Russian Linguist in northern Japan and Brunswick, Maine. | ||
| SMITH, Hardin C. "Butch" | A1C | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-01)Yokota & Danang | |
| Smith, Harold Stephen | 2024 | Harold was offered the option of nine months of Language training at Syracuse University, NY, which he accepted. Upon completion of this training, he was selected for airborne duties and attended technical training at Goodfellow AFB, TX, followed by Survival Training at Stead AFB, Reno, NV, before his initial assignment to the 6916th Radio Squadron Mobile at Rhein-Main AB, Germany. Other than a 17month break in service during 1964-1965, Harold spent a total of 21 years in the USAF - all of it on flying status and all of it assigned to USAF Security Service and its successor the Electronic Security Command. He amassed over 7,800 flying hours, including two hundred plus combat hours during three different Vietnam war campaigns. His flight logs reflect the variety of aircraft he flew aboard - C130A-II, C-130B-11, KC-135R (Briar Patch), RC-135C, D, M, U, and V models and some test flights of the EC-47Q. Harold was certified as an Airborne Mission Supervisor as well as instructor and Flight Examiner and he was awarded Command Aircrew Member wings. His final USAF assignment was the first where he had no continuing temporary duty requirement since he was the Operations Superintendent for the 6916th Electronic Security Squadron, Hellenikon AB, Greece. Harold was awarded a number of service awards during his military career including the Meritorious Service Medal, Twenty-five Air Medals (AM with 24 Oak Leaf Clusters), the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with three campaign stars, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and other awards Harold retired from the USAF on 1 January 1982. After retirement from the military, Harold worked briefly as the Director of Admissions for Bellevue College in Bellevue, NE, before applying for a position with the National Security Agency. Harold began his new career at NSA in June 1983 and was seconded, on occasion, to other federal intelligence agencies over the course of the next nineteen years as he eschewed the management track" and worked in the "technical track" performing both overt and covert intelligence operations. Harold was certified as a Master Linguist by the NSA. His federal awards included a Department of State Superior Honor Award (group award) for service in Kabul, Afghanistan during the evacuation of the Embassy in January 1989; an Exceptional Performance Award from the Director of Central Intelligence Agency; and several technical awards by the NSA. Mn Smith retired from the NSA in January 2002. During his military and civilian careers Harold was stationed in, or visited as part of his duties, several foreign countries and cities. His travels took him to Germany; the United Kingdom; San Vito dei Normanii, Southern Italy; Teheran, Iran; Adana Turkey; Fairbanks, Alaska; Cam Rahn Bay, Viet Nam; Kadena AB, Okinawa, Yokota AB, Japan; Athens, Greece; Helsinki, Finland; Minsk, Belarus; Moscow, Russia; Bucharest, Romania; Tel Aviv, Israel; Bornholm Island, Denmark; Den Haag the Netherlands; India; and extensive service in Kabul in Soviet-occupied Afghanistan during the mid and late 1980's. He is a member of the "Prop-wash Gang". | ||
| SMITH, Hoover | Unk | 2005 | COMSEC vet asgn Newfoundland | |
| SMITH, Howard P | Maj Gen | 2016 | USAFSS/CC 1974-75 | |
| SMITH, Hugh T. | CMSgt | 2007 | USAFSS founding member; Hall of Honor 1983 | |
| SMITH, J. C. | Cpl | 2006 | 754 - Misawa 1949 | |
| SMITH, Jerry H. | Maj | 2010 | Need info pls | |
| SMITH, Lawrence G. Jr. | Unk | 2002 | USAFSS 2nd RSM/Darmstadt Vet. | |
| SMITH, Marion H. | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| SMITH, OWEN L. | Unk | 2004 | 292x2 Misawa 70- | |
| SMITH, Paul G. | Col | 1995 | 6940th; 6952nd 1959-61 as 1st Lt | |
| SMITH, Ralph H. | Unk | 1989 | Need info please | |
| SMITH, Robert A. (Smittysan) | TSgt | 2014 | 24.5 years of service - 202 - USAFSS, AFCOMSECCEN 1977 - 78 | |
| SMITH, Robert C. | MSgt | 2017 | USAFSS/ESC - Manpower Division; European theater of operations | |
| SMITH, Roger | SMSgt | 2012 | Vietnamese/Russian Linguist - Hof AS, Germany; Kadena AB, NKP, Augsberg (Czech linguist); Ramstein, and Davis Monthan (Compass Call) | |
| SMITH, Roger David | SMSgt | 2018 | Joined the Army during World War II and was assigned to the Army Security Agency; transferred to the USAF in 1949. Military assignments included New York, Germany, Texas, Hawaii, and Virginia. He traveled extensively to numerous countries in the Far East, Europe, and Africa. Retired in 1967 and became a civilian Security Specialist with Air Force Intelligence Service. He retired from Civil Service in 1984 with over 39 years of service | |
| SMITH, Roland L. | CMSgt | 1997 | Opns; Cmd Hq, SEA, PSR | |
| SMITH, Saundra | Unk | 2013 | USAFSS, Karamusal - 1970s, Hessisch-Oldendorf, GE, Edwards AFB, CA and Scott AFB, IL | |
| SMITH, Thomas K. "TK" | CMSgt | 1995 | SS Ol'Timer; 20799; asgn Misawa | |
| SMITH, Walter P. | MSgt | 2019 | 203/208; Goodfellow; Berlin; Trabzon; Syracuse; Helsinki | |
| Smith, Welda Anne | Lt Col | 2023 | Welda was commissioned a second lieutenant at Lackland AFB. Her assignments took her to Europe, the Pacific, and the continental United States. She taught women ROTC students at Gettysburg College. She was stationed in Hawaii twice, once before it became a state. She also worked in the Pentagon. She served honorably in Vietnam as executive officer, Directorate of Personnel, Headquarters MACV. She then went to USSAG at Nakhon Phanom RTAFB, Thailand. Welda was the Director of Information for Headquarters, USAF Security Service at Kelly AFB. She retired in 1976 from the USAF as a Lieutenant Colonel. Welda received the Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Commendation Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters. | |
| SMITH, Wiley M. | MSgt | 1975 | 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| SMITH, William H. | SMSgt | 1996 | Need info please | |
| Smith, William Martin | 2021 | He served with the U.S. Air Force at Bremerhaven, Germany on "A" Flight from 1958-1960. He is preceded in death by his former wife, Ann Creighton. | ||
| SMITHART, Chalres P. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SMITHERS, Carroll | A1C | 2000 | SS OL'Timer; 292XX, Brooks AFB, 6913th RSM Bremerhave, Ger, et al | |
| SMITS, Jerome S. | SSgt | 2004 | Radio op/trick chief asgn Ashiya, JP; Korea in early 50s | |
| SMURDA, Andrew R. | A1C | 1994 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SNAPKA, George | GS | 1985 | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Staff | |
| SNEDDEN, Carl "Combat Carl" | Major | 2017 | Inventor of "Roger Recon" comic character; Airborne Russian linguist, Offutt; Mildenhall; Military veterinarian (US Army) | |
| Sneed, Charles, D., Capt | Captain | 2025 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1970 as a Russian Linguist and trained at Syracuse University through a total immersion program. His first assignment took him to Augsburg, Germany, where he worked in critical Cold War operations. In July 1973, he separated from the Air Force to attend the University of Kentucky. There, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant through the ROTC program, and upon graduation in 1976, he earned a pilot training assignment at Laughlin Air Force Base in Del Rio, Texas. He then settled in Omaha, Nebraska, where he flew missions for the Air Force with great pride. From 1983 to 1985, he served in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, flying NATO AWACS – a testament to his steady hands and compassionate heart. He later returned to Offutt Air Force Base for one of the most prestigious assignments of his career: piloting the E-4 Airborne Command Post, one of the few 747s in the USAF inventory. After an admirable military career, Dan separated from the USAF in 1987 with the rank of Captain. | |
| SNELL, Ralph W. Jr. | SSgt | 1988 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SNITKER, John D. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| SNIVELY, Jackie Lee | CMSgt | 2015 | Lowry AFB, Tokyo, Japan, Pentagon, 6913th RSM, Bremehaven, GE 1957-61 (NCOIC of Crypto Ops), Hawaii - 1971- | |
| SNODGRASS, Lauren J. | A1C | 2004 | 68th Intelligence Squadron @ Brooks | |
| SNOWDEN, Benjamin H. | LtCol | 2006 | Asgn AF Cryptologic Spt Ctr, CSG Scott AFB; Prev duty as B52/C130 Nav/EWO | |
| SNYDER, Emory | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Snyder, Jerome Worth | Maj | 2021 | He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, 1952-1960, where he trained as a Russian Language Specialist and served in Korea at the rank of Sergeant, at USAFSS headquarters in San Antonio. In 1975, he accepted an Air Force commission as Major and moved to San Angelo to serve the Goodfellow USAF Clinic. | |
| SNYDER, John Philip | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-01) | |
| SNYDER, Robin E. | Unk | 1988 | Asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven | |
| SOAT, James Orville | Unk | 2017 | Clark AB and Kelly (HQ) | |
| SOBCZAK, John F. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| SOBOUL, Joseph Thomas | TSgt | 2014 | WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War Veteran - additional information please | |
| SODA, Anthony "Tony" | Unk | 2018 | Need more info | |
| SOLIS, Richard H. | GS | 2007 | Hq USAFSS Computer Systems Analyst in 1960s-70s; served 38 years | |
| SOLTESZ, James F. | Maj | 1997 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| SOMMERS, Gordon William | SES | 2016 | 1943-47 Capt US Army, Civ with ASA, and beginning in 1979 ESC. Founding Member of FTVA Hall of Honor 1983, retired as Sr Civilian Advisor to ESC/CC, Annual Civilian Award named for Gordie Sommers | |
| SON, Marion O. Jr. | Unk | 1999 | Asgn Misawa 1957 | |
| SORENSON, John | LtCol | 2004 | Former Osan Commander (early 60s) | |
| SORENSON, Verne (Piggy) | Unk | 2013 | Skivvy-nine, Osan, Korea | |
| SOROLA, Blanche | GS | 2010 | Headed Tape Library in Data Automation at Hq USAFSS | |
| SOUCY, Walter G. | MSgt | 2005 | USAFSS/1st Sgt of 2nd RSM during unit's transfer from Army to USAFSS, 48-51 | |
| SOUTHERS, Ralph | SMSgt | 2002 | Asgd NCOIC/Materiel Bremerhaven; excellent bowler. | |
| SOVINSKY, Leo V. | LtCol | 2009 | OIC PDN-1B/6902nd Spec Comm Gp/Shiroi, Japan (1957-58); Russian linguist | |
| SPAIN, Dayton L. | TSgt | 2000 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| SPANGLER, Leonard L Jr. | Unk | 2004 | Morse op asgn 6913th RSM Vet in mid 50s | |
| SPARLING, Edward A. Jr. | CMSgt | 1983 | Asgn Elmendorf 1954-64, USAFSS 1964-71 | |
| Sparrow, George Thomas | MSgt | 2025 | For 59 years, he shared a wonderful marriage with his wife, Marilyn, building a strong and loving family together. He is survived by Marilyn; his daughter Judy and son-in-law Paul; his son George. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 23 years, achieving the rank of MSgt. | |
| SPAULDING, Vernon Charles "Speedy" | Unk | 2018 | 6918th and 6922nd RGM 702; Brady 1958-59 | |
| SPEARING, Joseph E. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01)Â | |
| SPEARS, Benny | MSgt | 2018 | 207XX Man Morse op; Offutt, San Vito | |
| SPEARS, Clyde C | Maj | 2016 | 801 Hikata; WWII and Vietnam | |
| SPEARS, Donald G. | SMSgt | 2017 | USAFSS 1954-76; Civ Service 1976-1997; Alaska, Guam, Montana, Wakkanai, Japan, Karamursel, Turkey, Lackland, Thailand, Davis-Monthan, Kelly; part of technical team that developed Presidential "football" | |
| SPEARS, Murl Leroy "Bob" | SMSgt | 2011 | USAF 1953-1976, NSA 1976-1989, Turkey, Thailand, Japan, Lackland AFB | |
| SPEARS, Thorfin D. | Unk | 2010 | Asgn 6939th RSM/Turkey | |
| SPENCER, Floyd L. | SSgt | 1996 | Misawa, 1958, 1960-65 | |
| SPENCER, James J. | Unk | 1986 | 202 asgn Misawa 1975-77 | |
| SPENCER, Jean F. | GS | 2006 | Asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| SPERRY, Steven Lon | Maj | 2016 | EC-47 missions from NKP in '73 & '74; C-130 missions from Germany in '79 - '81; RC-135's out of Offutt from '74 - '76, '84 - '87 and Eielson '77 - '78, '87 - '90. Started as a "dit chaser" and ended as Operations Officer of the 6985th. | |
| Spice, Larry “Gah” | 2020 | Larry worked for the NSA for 34 years. According to Rand Dorsery, "I met Larry in Peshawar, Pakistan in either Dec 1960 or Jan 1961. Larry was a great guy and we had many adventures together in one of the most primitive areas of the world. I pray that his family finds solace in the many great memories." According to Joe Mullican, "Larry and I served together in Pakistan back in 1962 and then a few years ago, we were to reconnect via Hugh Sloan and Rich Rochelle. Larry will be sorely missed." According to Donald Mencl, "AFSC - 203xx (Russian); Assignments - Mar '61---Sep '62 Peshawar AS "Dog" flight; A1C in 1962." | ||
| SPICER, Karrell A. | TSgt | 2017 | Bremerhaven and Libya | |
| SPICKLER, DeWayne "Spick" | CWO | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; US Navy xfrd to AFSS as Comm Spec; Brooks, & 6913th RSM, et al | |
| SPIEGEL, Ray | SMSgt | 1990 | SS Ol'Timer, 202XX 6989th, et al | |
| SPIERS, James E. | A2C | 1999 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1958-59 | |
| SPIRES, Blake W. | Unk | 1987 | Asgn Misawa 1951- | |
| Spoonemore, Robert Ray | Maj | 2021 | After high school he served over 20 years in the Air Force, where he earned his Master's Degree in business before retiring at the rank of Major in 1994 and then continued to do civil service work until retirement. According to Kimberly Hagen, "I knew Bob back in southern Italy, when we were both stationed at San Vito dei Normanni Air Station in the mid-1980's. He was a very nice gentleman and we kept in contact through the years. He was a very intelligent and dedicated junior officer when I knew him. My husband and I enjoyed his company at the "Officer Functions" we were required to attend." | |
| SPOONER, Julius L. "Jack" | LCol | 1998 | SS '56-'65; Cmdr 6937, 6913th, 6970th ,et al | |
| SPOOR, Richard L. | Unk | 2000 | 293 asgn Misawa 1955 | |
| SPRADLEY, Charles (Chuck) | SSgt | 1992 | 207X1, Misawa, San Vito, Kelly AFB (48th) | |
| SPRADLIN, Carnell W. | Unk | 2005 | 771x - SP - Misawa 1971 | |
| SPRAGE, Donald | Unk | 1998 | Asgn 6910th; very successful artist in Coffeyville, KS after USAF | |
| SPRAGUE, Richard "Dick" | SMSgt | 2016 | Goodfellow, Elmendorf, Hickam, Tan Son Nhut, Kelly, Ramstein, Ft Meade; Lifetime FTVA | |
| SPRAKER, Reed L. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| SPRINGETT, William | MSgt | 2018 | Crypto Linguist, 1966-1991; Misawa | |
| SPROTT, Thomas G. | Unk | 1961 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-02)Â | |
| SPROUSE, Danridge L. | Unk | 2000 | 293 asgn Misawa 1952- | |
| SPROUSE, Ronald K. | Unk | 1990 | Morse op asgn Bremerhaven 58-62; softball/basketball player | |
| SPROUT, Kenneth M. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) | |
| St PIERRE, Andrew A. | SSgt | 1997 | 29170 communicator, SS Ol'Timer, Chicksands, Taiwan, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| STAATS, Rick | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer; mostly ACRP operations; retired to Lockheed-Martin in England | |
| STACEWICZ, Henry P. | MSgt | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt, Berlin, Iraklion; flew RB-29s 1953 | |
| STACEY, Edward E. "Ed" | SMSgt | 2009 | 292X1,Chi/Viet linguist asgn Chicksands, Hakata, Kadena, Yokota; Combat Apple AMS; USAFSS Chinese and Vietnamese linguist in the Far East on C-130's, EC-121's and RC-135's from 1962-77. 6922 RSM (Japan) as Morse Operator, May 56 - Apr 58, 6925 RSM (Philippines) as Morse Operator, Apr - Nov 58, 6950 RGM (England) as Morse Operator, Jan 59 - Feb 60, 6923 RSM (Kelly AFB), Mar 60, 6960th (Hq USAFSS) as OJT 702X0, Mar - July 60, Basic Chinese. IFEL, Yale University, July 60 - July 61, Det 1, 6927 RSM (Okinawa) as Chiling TAC/AMS Mar 62 - Jan 63, C-130B-II's, 6988 RSM (Japan) as Chiling AMS, Jan 63 - Apr 64, C-130B-II's, 6940 TTW (GAFB) as Chiling AZK Instructor, Apr - Aug 64, Basic Vietnamese. Berlitz Sch of Languages, Wash. D.C., Sep 64 - Sep 65, 6924 RSM (Vietnam) as Vietling TAC/Gunner, Dec 65 - Oct 66, C-130B-II's, 6988 RSM (Japan/Vietnam) as Vietling Gunner, Oct 66- Aug 67, C-130B-II's, 6990 SS (Okinawa) as Vietling Gunner/TAC/AMS, Aug 67 - Dec 73, RC-135M's and C-130B-II's, 6908 SS (Thailand) as Vietling GMS, Stan/Eval, Sep 74 - Sep 75, 6990 SS (Okinawa) as Vietling TAC, Oct 75 - Aug 77, RC-135M's; total flying hours: 8,600+. 6922 ESS, (Philippines) as Viet Mission Management, Nov 79 - Jun 81 | |
| STACEY, Gerald D. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-03) | |
| STACEY, John E. | Col | 1998 | Bldg 2000 Security Prov Marshall,Shriner,Mason; father of LCol Darby Stacey-Reynolds | |
| STACEY, Ted S. | A1C | 1990 | Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| STACKS, Willie L. | CMSgt | 1983 | 202X0 @ Misawa, Wakanai, Germany | |
| STACY, Darrell George | unk | 2016 | USAFSS 1952-55, Korean War | |
| Stagg, Howard J., Capt, USAF 22 | Capt | 2022 | The Air Force called him to active duty in July of 1963 so he reported to Texas' Goodfellow AFB. He attended the Air Force Cryptology School and learned Chinese. He arrived in Tokyo on the first day of the Gulf of Tonkin in Vietnam and was ordered to immediately report to Misawa AFB, where he was assigned to the 6921st security wing. He was later assigned to the 7th Pacific Air Forces' Tactical Reconnaissance Wing in Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Saigon, initially flying RF 101s out of Saigon to North and South Vietnam. He was honorably discharged as a Captain. | |
| STAHL, Noel C. "Mort" | MSgt | 2007 | 292X1 asgn 6910/Darmstadt, Hawaii, Far East, Wake Island, South Carolina, also 353rd and 354th Tactical Fighter Wing | |
| STAIK, John R. | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10)Â | |
| STALLINGS, Joel N. | Unk | 1976 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| STALNAKER, Roy B. | A2C | 1995 | Misawa 1955 | |
| STAMPS, Oliver D. Jr. | unk | 1989 | 702, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1964-66 | |
| STANISLAW, James P. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) | |
| STANKO, Charles "Chuck" | unk | 2016 | DOGGER - more info please | |
| STANLEY, Robert "Bob" Rev | Unk | 2017 | Linguist - Alaska and Omaha | |
| STAPCHUCK, John | SMSgt | 2019 | 207X1; San Angelo, Darmstadt, 6994th - Vietnam,Enlisted 27 Aug 54. 6912th RSM, Bingen, Germany and Det 1 at Landshut, Germany (Aug 55 to Nov 57) 6933rd RGM, Karamursel, Turkey (Nov 57 to Aug 58); 6952nd RSM, Kirknewton, Scotland, (Nov 58 to Nov 64) AFSCC, RIRAK (Nov 64 to Nov 65) 1127th SAG, DAO, American Embassy, Helsinki, Finland, Admin Specialist, (Nov 65 to Jun 69) 6940th SW, Goodfellow AFB, TX, Master Program/ERU Coordinator (Jun 69 to Dec 70) Det 1, 6994th SS, Phu Cat AB, RVN, A29271, (Dec 70 to Nov 71) Det 2, 6994th SS, Da Nang AB, RVN, A29271, (Nov 71 to Dec 71) 6910th SG, Darmstadt, Msn Sup (Jan - Apr 72) 6910th SG, Augsburg, Msn Sup (Apr 72 to Apr 74), 6950th SG, Chicksands, Msn Sup (Apr 74 to Jun 75) USAFSS/Goodfellow AFB, TX, Chief of Facilities, (Jun 75 to 31 Dec 76); DFC awardee. | |
| Staples, Steve O. | 2019 | According to Bill Spencer, "Steve O. Staples was a 292 (Morse Code Intercept Operator) assigned to Dawg Flight with the 6918th RSM/SS during the 1968-1970 timeframe." Morse op, 6918th RSM 1968-70 | ||
| STAPLETON, Carl W. | MGen | 1989 | SS Cmdr '69-'73; SS HoH | |
| STAPLETON, George L. | MSgt | 2019 | Spanish linguist - NSA TX and GS in Security at AFISRA | |
| STAPLETON, Robert H. | Maj | 2006 | Asgn Kirknewton, NSA, Clark 1959-67 | |
| STARK, James A. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-10)Â | |
| STARK, Robert F. | Col | 2009 | Hall of Honor 1989; Goodfellow Tech Tng Gp CC, Crete 68071 | |
| STARKWEATHER, Charles W. | CMSgt | 1992 | 29290 in SS fm '50 at Brooks AFB as instructor | |
| Starkweather, Gail A. | SSgt | 2024 | She served as a German cryptologic linguist in the U.S. Air Force. Gail completed language training at the Defense Language Institute, CA, where she met her future husband, Patrick Starkweather, in 1979. They were married in 1981. She completed two tours at the 6912th Electronic Security Squadron, West Berlin, West Germany, and a tour at Ft. Meade, Md. She served in support of Operation DESERT SHIELD / STORM. Her decorations included the Defense Meritorious Service Award. | |
| STARR, Louis A | Unk | 2016 | 292XX Hakata | |
| STASSEN, Fred M. | A1C | 2004 | Russian linguist & analyst asgn 6901st 1961-64 | |
| STAVEM, James O. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| STEARNS, Garth | Unk | 2009 | 2nd RSM vet | |
| STEEL, Robert D. | Unk | 1993 | Need info please | |
| STEELE, John E. | MSgt | 1985 | SS Ol'Timer, 702XX Admin, 3rd RSM & Adak in '53, et al | |
| STEELE, Maylon G. | A2C | 2010 | 732XX asgn Misawa 1955 | |
| STEELE, Neil | CMSgt | 2011 | 203/208 (Russian/Vietnamese/Arabic) Lang School Syracuse 1965, Rhein-Main AB 6916th 1961-65 , ESC IG STAN/EVAL 1980's, 6990th AMS and Trick NCOIC, DLI Montery, CA 1974 | |
| STEELE, William "Pop" | MSgt/GS | 19?? | ACRP Rhein-Main in early 60's; Civ @ NSA retiring mid 80's | |
| STEELNACK, Einer H., Jr. | Col | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer; Cmd Staff; USAFSS Chief of Materials; HoH 1985 | |
| STEELY, Donald W. | Unk | 2006 | Worked T/A section; asgn Darmstadt/USAFSS 2nd RSM vet | |
| STEEN, Richard J., Jr. | SSgt | 1969 | AMT/ASRP; @ Eielson; killed aboard RC135 RIVET AMBER lost in Bearing Sea crash | |
| STEFL, David | Unk | 2016 | 6927 RSM, Goodfellow | |
| STEHLE, James F.W., Jr. “Jim†| TSgt | 1990 | 6924SS Da Nang/Monkey Mountain 70-71. | |
| STEIN, Jerry P. | Sgt | 1982 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| STEINDL, Eric "Mongo" | Unk | Unk | Airborne Spanish linguist, Panama | |
| STEINFELD, James Henry | Lt Col | 2013 | Crete, 1976 | |
| STEINWACHS, Joseph C. III "Kraut, Joe" | SSgt | 2002 | R203X0-2; 6924SS Da Nang 67-68; 6987SS Shu Lin Kou 68-69. The Kraut is legend. | |
| STELTER, Gayle | A1C | 2013 | 292X1, 1951-55, Landsberg 1952-55 | |
| STEMLER, Harold J. Jr. "Hal" | CMSgt | 2010 | Need info pls | |
| STEMPLE, Jack | MSgt | 2009 | Linguist; need addl info pls | |
| STENBERG, Nada | GS | 1999 | Ol'Timer, AFSS,ESC,AFIC,AIA; helped organize FTVA; a true secretary's secretary | |
| Stendel, Curtis L. | 2024 | He enlisted in the USAF, where he was in the USAF Security Service and served in England for three years during the Vietnam War. Curt is survived by his wife of 38 years, Susan (Leighton) Stendel; sons, Dustin (Angie) Stendel and Nathan (Holly) Stendel; stepsons, Tom (Catrice) Etienne, Tony (Kelly) Etienne and Spencer (Michelle) Etienne //Obit – Michaelson Funeral Home// We lost another silent warrior. Good friend and fellow X-1. He was stationed at Chicksands on Dawg Flt from Jan 71 to July 73. //USAFSS Facebook Page// | ||
| STENZEL, Robert W. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| STEPHAN, Robert W. | MSgt | 2018 | 20 year career (11 Active, 9 Reserves), 203X0 MA, 6990th Okinawa 72-73 6912th Berlin 74-76 6917th San Vito 76-79 Ft Meade 79-81, 1981-1990 AF Reserves DIA; CIA post AF PhD, author "Stalin's Secret War: Soviet Counterintelligence Against the Nazis" | |
| STEPHENS, William M. | WO1 | 2005 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| STEPHENSEN, James H. Jr. | Unk | 2004 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| STEPHENSON, David J. | unk | 1995 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| STEPNECK, George | TSgt | 2001 | Asgn USAFSS | |
| STERNS, Delbert L. | Unk | Unk | asgn 1st RSM/Misawa early 50s | |
| STETSON, William S. | CMSgt | 2016 | Korean/Vietnam-era; 32 yrs AAC/USAF and 16 yrs federal service; known for uniform collection | |
| STEVENS, David B. | SSgt | 1982 | 6990 ABS San Antonio | |
| STEVENS, Dorrell K. | Unk | 2004 | 293XX asgn Misawa 1954 | |
| STEVENS, Guy L. | SMSgt | 1994 | SS Ol'Timer; 32° Mason | |
| STEVENS, James L. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07)Â | |
| Stevens, Jerry A. | SMSgt | 2020 | He served in the USAF for over 25 years, retiring as a SMSgt. Jerry will be remembered for his quick wit, his beautiful smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. According to Joseph "Pepito" Figueroa, "We were all shocked to learn about Jerry’s passing. Amazing person. One of my AMSes in Panama. His assignments included Offutt AFB, Nebraska and Howard AFB, Panama. Honored to have served with him. Many tributes have been shared on social media for the family to view. My favorite quote is from CMSgt (ret) Fred Kerzic. “HUT II, Jerry, HUT II”. Very fond memories." According to Gerald Prater, "I have very fond memories serving with Jerry looking up to him as my S&W decades ago. He has been a tremendous blessing and encouragement to me in recent years as a brother in Christ." According to Segundo Espinoza, "Definitely one of a kind. Hard working, intelligent and devoted brother in arms. Your humor and love for life will always be remembered. So many years sharing so much time by your side, most of it in the airplane we both loved so much…So much pride my Hermano. Rest in eternal peace." According to Jonh Shultz, "We had a lot of fun as MKs. Was a great 2 op and AMS. One of a kind and thoughtful person." Spanish linguist, AMS/AA, Howard, Offutt, Kelly AFB | |
| STEVENS, John T. | SSgt | 1987 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| Stevens, Joseph W. | 2025 | Joseph graduated from Sayre High School, Class of 1980. Following graduation, he joined the US Air Force, retiring after 20 years of honorable service. Following information provided by Mark in Joe's obit: Joe and I were dorm mates when we were both stationed at Ft. Meade, Maryland. In 84-85. Great guy. Following information was provided by Phil Garrett: I knew Joe since we were at Pensacola, FL for Technical School in 1980. We were stationed together at RAF Chicksands, England and Fort Meade, Maryland. Following information provided bu Kim Swearingen: Joe worked for me as a young Staff Sergeant at Misawa Air Base, Japan. He was a hard charger and an exemplary airman. He worked for me again after his retirement, at the Misawa Air Mobility Command Passenger Terminal. Joe eventually became the Station Manager for the Passenger and Freight terminals, serving with honor and distinction for Maytag Aircraft Corporation. | ||
| STEVENS, Lawrence G. | CMSgt | 1995 | Opns, SS Ol'Timer; Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; USAF 24 years | |
| STEVENS, Thomas F. "Tom" | Capt | 2012 | Data Automation in USAFSS late 1960's | |
| STEVENSON, Benjamin K. "Ben" | TSgt | 2010 | 202X0 asgn Bremerhaven 1955, McDill, Trabzon, Goodfellow, Elmendorf | |
| STEVENSON, George P. | CMSgt | 2015 | 291XX - RAF Chicksands in the mid-70's (need more info please) | |
| STEVENSON, John T. | Col | 2005 | USAFSS vet; no truer gentleman | |
| Stevenson, Sean | SrA | 2023 | ||
| Stevenson, William L. | A1C | 2021 | He joined the United States Air Force as a Cryptanalyst. He served from 1960 to 1966, first in Wakkanai, Japan and then Bremerhaven, Germany. At both locations he served in direct support of the Vietnam War and achieved the rank of Airman First Class (A1C) prior to his separation from the Air Force. It was while serving in Bremerhaven that Bill met the love of his life, Ursel Griesbach. They were married on August 19, 1965 in a small church ceremony in Bremerhaven. Bill and Ursel were married for 55 years | |
| STEVER, William R. | SMSgt | 1986 | A328X3 AMT in several ASRP/DSCP units, including Yokota, Rhein-Main, Offutt, NKI, et al | |
| STEWARD, Ira H. | CWO | 1997 | SS thru 60's & 70's | |
| STEWART, Benjamin L. | Sgt | 2018 | 6994th Vietnam service | |
| STEWART, Donald | CMSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| Stewart, Gary Lee | Col | 2024 | Gary was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the USAF and reported to Moody AFB, Georgia for pilot training. He pinned on his pilot wings in July 1970 and volunteered for combat duty in Vietnam. He spent a year in Vietnam flying over 200 combat mission in the EC-47. While in Vietnam, Gary was given the nickname of “Reggie”, and it would stick with him for the rest of his life. His next assignment was to fly the RC135 strategic reconnaissance aircraft from Offutt AFB, Nebraska. Other assignments included Eielson AFB, Alaska and Plattsburg AFB, New York. He was deployed to many locations including England, Greece, Kadena, and Saudi Arabia to name a few. Reggie retired as a Colonel in 1994 having flown over 12,000 hours. His many decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, 24 Air Medals and two Presidential Unit Citations. After his Air Force retirement, he was hired as the Chief Operating Officer of FBG Service Corporation, Facilities Maintenance Services Division in Omaha and moved to Woodbine, Iowa in 2000. He is survived by his son, Gary Todd Stewart of Dayton, Ohio; daughter, Jenna “Ginny Lynn” Stewart of Bellevue, Nebraska; brothers, Sammy Dee Stewart and Craig Wyatt Stewart both of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and former spouse, Ginger Stewart of Tulsa. //Obit – Fouts Funeral Home// When I had the honor of commanding the 55th Strat Recon Wing, Reggie was one of my squadron commanders. I never had to worry about his squadron with him at the helm. He was a no nonsense, set the example leader who inspired his people every day in every way. Everyone who served with Reggie will share fond memories of his friendship. We have lost a wonderful comrade and an exceptional Air Force officer. God speed Reggie. I hope to see you on the other side. //Dan Peterson// I have many wonderful memories of the terrific young Reggie Stewart from when he reported into the 343rd Squadron and immediately established himself as a leader with tremendous flying skills coupled with a wonderful sense of humor. He was destined to do great things in the Air Force and exceeded all expectations. He loved the C-47 (Gooney Bird) that he flew in Vietnam and took great pleasure in flying one during many of the Offutt Open Houses and Air Shows. With Desert Storm upon us, he volunteered to lead the RC-135 contingent in Saudi Arabia and established his RC-135 operation as essential to the prosecution of the Air War and the successes of the combat operations. He was a true patriot and will be missed by all that knew him. RIP Reggie! //Bill Ernst// | |
| STEWART, Howard E. "Ted" | SMSgt | 2010 | 28 yrs as RU Linguist - Construction Manager at 6912th when Marienfelde was built. Also was at Hof when it closed | |
| Stewart, Robert W. | TSgt | 2020 | He joined the Air Force and served for eight years, the majority of which he served as a Morse Code Intercept Operator on the island of Crete, Greece. He finished his career at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas. He continued his military career serving in the Texas Army National Guard. | |
| Stiewig, Lloyd P. | 2022 | In 1965, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He became a Morse Code operator, stationed in the Philippines and in Shemya, Alaska. During his service he received the Expert Marksman Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation and Vietnam Campaign Ribbon. He received an honorable discharge in 1968. | ||
| STIGLICH, Michael L. | Sgt | 1969 | ARDF operator killed in Phu Cat-based EC-47 shot down over Vietnam | |
| STILES, Charles S. | Lt Col | 2013 | Korean and Vietnam Vet, RU Linguist, Deputy Command, USMLM, Potsdam, Germany | |
| STILLSON, George H. III | UNK | 2009 | 203XX - Misawa 1964 | |
| STILLWELL, Albert J. | Unk | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB 20230 Sch then to 41stRSM, Bremerhaven, Ger | |
| STINE, Emryce L. | SSgt | 1990 | 202 asgn Misawa 1966-70 | |
| STINEBAUGH, Garry E | MSgt | 1999 | SS ACRP; Romanian lingujist @ Rhein-Main late 50's/early 60's; AKA "Shakey" | |
| Stineburg, Jeffrey | A1C | 2023 | In 1961, at the age of 19 and in an act of youthful defiance, Jeff traded the cornfields of Indiana for olive drab fatigues when he joined the U.S. Air Force. He became a "crypto" nerd and likely did some government stuff while assigned to the U.S. Air Force Security Service. His time in Okinawa left an indelible mark on his memory because it was about the only thing he could recall in his later years. He was honorably discharged in 1965 at the rank of Airman First Class. | |
| STINNETT, James O. "Jim" | Col | 1990 | Ops Off; SS fm 50's from Sqdn to Hq USAF | |
| STINSON, Clyde O. | GS | 1984 | SS fm '50; premier applied, "Black Box" engineer | |
| STINSON, Robert J. "Bob" | CMSgt | 2005 | Russian linguist asgn Berlin, Peshawar, Offutt, Eielson, Hq ESC, Athens, Kadena | |
| STINUS, Peter A. "Pete" | SMSgt | 2002 | USMC 292/203 Russian; Berlin airlift, NSA, Rhein Main. NASA contractor. Russian linguist & Morse Op with USAFSS. Asmts included: USMC Morse Op 43-46, Berlin airlift & 3rd AF England 48-49, Keesler (instructor) 51-54, USAFSS gnd sites 54-57, ALS/Monterey 57-58, NSA 57-60, Rhein-Main 60-65, AFSCC 65-66, 66-69 Rhein-Main, retiring from AF in Nov 69. NASA contract worker 69-75, special asmts (Turkey/Spain/Germany/Italy/Switzerland/ Cyprus) 76-88. Fully retired 89 | |
| STIVERSON, Stephen J. "Slats" | TSgt | 1999 | SS/ESC era, Russian/Vietnamese linguist; Kadena | |
| STOCK, John D. | Unk | 1996 | 702XX asgn Misawa 1962-63 | |
| STOCKLIN, Norvel F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| STOCKTON, Ronald P. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-10) | |
| STOEFFLER, Clyde W. | Unk | 2018 | Honorably discharged as signal intelligence officer | |
| STOGNER, Homer G., Jr. | SMSgt | 1995 | Linguist; Germany, Turkey, Thailand, Okinawa, Vietnam; ret 1976, 6990th, 6908th | |
| STOKELY, George D. | Sgt | 2004 | 203X1 asgn T4 Misawa 1969- | |
| STOKES, Clinton | MSgt | 1999 | Asgd Illinois, Texas, Crete (64-67), NSA (67-retirement). | |
| STOKES. Powell Burton (P.B.) | AF Civ | 2013 | USAFSS Engineer Extrodinaire…..Put the first computers on airborne platforms, notably the COMFY ECHO C-130s at Cam Ranh Bay AB, RVN, that identified and "broke" target codes | |
| STOLL, Ronald T. | Unk | 1991 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata AB, JA | |
| STOMP, Harry J., Jr. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01) | |
| STONE, Alfred N. | Unk | 1999 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| STONE, Harlan L. | A2C | 2008 | Misawa 1966 | |
| STONE, Ralph E. | Lt Col | 2012 | USAFSS | |
| STONE, Ronald E. | unk | 2014 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Baker Flt - 1965-69 | |
| STONER, Kenneth | Unk | 2008 | Asgn 6910th/Gruenstadt | |
| STONER, Scot | SrA | 2014 | A208X2A - 1977-81 - Offutt AFB 78-81 | |
| STOOKSBERRY, L. Keith | Unk | 2017 | Russian linguist, Anchorage, AK | |
| STORTZ, Alvin J. | Unk | 1992 | 292 asgn Misawa 1961- | |
| STOUT, James F. | Unk | 2007 | 203X1 asgn Misawa 1961-66 | |
| STOWELL, Clarence A. "Bill" | MSgt | 2006 | WWII vet; engineer/turret gunner on B-24; retired from Vandenberg in 1965 | |
| STRACQUALURSI, Loreto "Larry" | TSgt | 2010 | 292X1 asgn 2nd RSM/Darmstadt during 1950s | |
| STRAMELLA, Michael "Mike" | AMN/GS | 2009 | X2 instructor @ Scott/Keesler AFB (1949-50); X2 shop @ NSA | |
| STRATTON, Richard L. | A1C | 1985 | R81150, SP; 6924SS Da Nang 70; 9SPS Beale 70-. | |
| STRAUSE, Donald | Unk | 1988 | Need info please | |
| STREIBICH, Arthur F. | SSgt | 2010 | 283XX asgn Misawa 1960-62 | |
| STREIBLE, Chester A. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Streit, William J. | SSgt | 2023 | Bill served with distinction in the Air Force from 1981-1988 where he was a Cryptologic Linguist - Arabic Language. His many awards include the Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Joint Service Commendation Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster, Good Conduct Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. | |
| Strickland, James M. | SMSgt | 2023 | He joined the USAF and met Ermon June Moore while stationed in San Antonio, Texas. During his 21-year military career, he served in Vietnam as a radio operator on military aircraft. | |
| STRICKLAND, William H. | CMSgt | 2014 | Daze Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1964-66; 6903rd SS Skivvy Nine; Comm Center pro | |
| STRINGER, Cyril C. "Cy" | LCol | 1991 | 6940th | |
| STRINGER, Henry D. | Col | 2007 | Chief Hq USAFSS/DOM in early 70s, Ops Off @ 6924th/Danang (1966-67), Hof 68-69 | |
| STROMSKE, Richard L. "Whale" | Unk | 2009 | 202 T1 asgn Misawa 1965-67, Osan (1970-72, 1977-78) | |
| STRONG, Larry R. | Unk | 2006 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01) | |
| STROOT, Robert C. | LCol | 1996 | Opns,Russ Linguist, SS fm '50, Moscow Attache Staff in Cold War days | |
| STROTMAN, Bruce D. | Col | 2013 | Hall of Honor, USAFSS/ESC, Vietnam, RC-135 RJ Modernization Program | |
| STROUD, CARL M. | SMSgt | 1971 | Asgn Misawa 202x 54-, 64 | |
| Stroupe, William E. | 2023 | He was a veteran, having served four years in the United States Air Force Security Service. While serving for three years in Germany, he met Irmgard Lang of Wiesbaden. A little more than a year later, they were married and returned to Western North Carolina, where they lived until 2010. Mr. Stroupe was a long-time broadcaster, having begun his career at WISE, then later joining WLOS, where he remained for more than three decades. | ||
| STRUMPLER, Martin "Marty" | SSgt | 1969 | Airborne analyst @ Omaha, Rhein Main, Yokota | |
| STUBBS, George B. | A1C | 1994 | Asgn Misawa 1960 | |
| STUKENBORG, Allan W. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-04)Â | |
| STULTZ, James R. | MSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| STUMP, Arthur L. Sr. | Unk | 2012 | Morse Intercept Op, 52-54, 41st/6913th RSM | |
| STURM, Richard Aandrew | unk | 1993 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Able Flight 1970-72 | |
| STYERS, Robert D. | MSgt | 2001 | SS Ol'Timer; 28-yrs in Cmd, 207X2, Scotland,Germany,Italy,Turkey, et al | |
| STYRES, Billy J. | TSgt | 1981 | Misawa 1967- | |
| SUBLETT, David S. | SSgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa; need addl info pls | |
| SUBLETT, Earl G. | MSgt | 2011 | 202XX, Misawa 61-64, 66-69 | |
| SUCKSTORF, Dennis A. | SMSgt | 2018 | Linguist and PME instructor | |
| SULLIVAN, David "Sully" | CMSgt | 2013 | 6912 ESG, Berlin Ge. More information please | |
| SULLIVAN, James R. | Unk | 1987 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; intercept op | |
| SULLIVAN, John L. | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-10)Â | |
| Sullivan, John L. | CMSgt | 2022 | A faithful and honorable Air Force veteran of 33 years, he retired in 1991 with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He served overseas tours in Japan, Italy, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of South Vietnam. He accumulated over 12,000 flight hours aboard RC135, EC135, C130 and EC47 aircraft and flew 140 combat missions over South Vietnam. His military duties included airborne radio operator, Drill Instructor at Lackland Air Force Base, and First Sergeant at Offutt AFB. In 1981 he was selected as the 1st Commandant of the newly created Non-Commissioned Officer Leadership School at Offutt AFB. | |
| SULLIVAN, Martin E. | Unk | 2007 | Voice op asgn Berlin; retired from NSA | |
| SUMMERS, Kenneth E. | Unk | 1995 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| SUMNER, Charles W. "Woodward" | Unk | 2003 | 293x, Misawa 1955 | |
| SUMNER, Royce Joseph | SMSgt | 1997 | Combat SEA; much decorated in Korean conflict | |
| SUMRALL, Daniel D. | SSgt | 1997 | 292x1, Misawa 1963 | |
| SUNDEN, Dennis John | Civ | 2018 | Prior enlisted, civilian with USAFSS/ESC | |
| SUNDERLAND, Lyle B. | SSgt | 2000 | Was in Opns 6913thRSM,Bremerhaven,Ger; other info unknown. | |
| SUPER, Gary D. | Unk | 2012 | Need more info - Misawa 1974-77 | |
| SURFACE, Jerry | SSgt | 1972 | SS ACRP Bulgarian linguist/gunner @ Rhein Main;Athens, Offutt; Pul-Aneurism | |
| SUTHER, Charles A. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-07) | |
| Sutherland, Nicholas Daniel | CMSgt | 2025 | He was the valedictorian of Corvallis High School, Class of 1956. He earned a scholarship to attend Montana State University but decided to join the U.S. Air Force with dreams of playing saxophone in the Air Force band. An aptitude test sent him on a different career trajectory where he learned Mandarin Chinese, at Yale University, and became fluent in reading, writing, and speaking the language. He designed and inked his own Chinese dragon tattoo on his left arm. He climbed to the top of Mt. Fuji in Japan. While stationed in Taiwan, he met the love of his life, Kuei-Mei Chuang. Nick retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Chief Master Sargeant with nearly 30 years of service in Intelligence. He was proud to have served his country. His last assignment brought him to Lackland AFB in San Antonio, Texas, where he retired. According to Bert Turner, Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-10, 1959-10), Taiwan, Lackland. | |
| SUTTERER, Martin F. | Sgt | 2000 | 756V - Misawa 1949 | |
| SUTTERFIELD, Suzanne M. | SSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| SUTTON, Charles R. | CMSgt | 2004 | Asgn various USAFSS units. | |
| Sutton, Charles, D. | 2021 | During the Vietnam Conflict, he served in the United States Air Force Security Service as an Intelligence Officer and worked with the National Security Agency. | ||
| SUTTON, Stephen W. "Steve" | Col | 2018 | 6903rd/CC; ESC/XP early '90s | |
| SUTTON, Thomas D. "Tom" | CMSgt | 2008 | Russian linguist; asgn Scotland, Japan, Germany, Turkey | |
| SUTTON, Willard C. | A1C | 2008 | 292X1 asgn Bremerhaven 1955-62 | |
| SUTTON, Woodrow "Woody" | Unk | 2017 | 6918th (Hakata) | |
| SWAIM, Thomas S. | Col | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, WWII Flying Tiger, credited with 50's/60's COMINT/ELINT sys dev | |
| SWAN, Curtis E. "Curt" | LCol | 2001 | SS Ol'Timer fm 50's, 6900 SW, Brooks, Cmd Hq PP, FTVA HoH Membr etc | |
| Swanson, Charles Richard | SMSgt | 2025 | Charles served as a linguist in the United States Air Force until his retirement in 1975, ending a 23-year military career at the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. He was fluent in at least three languages other than English. Following his military service, he went on to work for 20 years as an electrical engineer in the defense industry, retiring in 1995. | |
| SWANSON, Darwin A. | A2C | 2007 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| SWANSON, Paul H.V. | LCol | 1994 | Pilot SS 1st RB-29 ACRP effort; Cmdr 7406th SS when #60528 shot down | |
| SWARTS, Robert | MGen | 2001 | Logistician asgn to USAFSS/Pac Scty Rgn | |
| SWARTZ, Kenneth D. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07) | |
| SWAYZE, Phillip Arnold | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01, 1959-05, 1962-08) | |
| SWEARINGEN, Gene | MSgt | 2013 | 292x1; USAFSS Morse operator RB-50's at Rhein-Main with Det 1, 6911th RGM in 1957. 1952-54 15th RSM Ashiya, Japan; 1955-58 6911th RSM/RGM Darmstadt, TDY to Rhein-Main for missions on RB-50's in 1957; 1958-59 Maxwell AFB & Robins AFB; 1959-61 6920th Misawa; 1961-64 6911th Darmstadt; 1964-68 Keesler AFB, MS as Morse instructor; 1968-69 Turkey; 1969-73 7310th ABG 1st Sgt, Rhein-Main AB, Germany; 1973-74 Keesler AFB, Morse instructor, retired fm active duty in 1974 | |
| SWEENEY, Carlton J. | Unk | 2018 | Radio op USAFSS; Germany | |
| SWEENEY, Edmond G. "Jerry" | unk | 2014 | 702 - Daze flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1966-70 | |
| SWEENEY, Gwendolyn G. | GS | 2004 | Senior Program Manager @ USAFSS Hq | |
| Sweeney, Joseph B. | 2021 | Joe enlisted in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was stationed in the Philippines and served in the security service as a radio intercept officer. Throughout his life he amused and prided himself on well remembering the "dits and dots" of Morse Code. | ||
| SWEENEY, Terrence P. (Terry) | SMSgt | 2013 | USAFSS/ESC airborne intercept operator (Russian linguist) who flew recon missions aboard RC-135s from Offutt and Mildenhall in the 1970s and 1980s; 1966-1967 6915SG, Hof, FRG; 1967-1968 6924SS, DaNang, RVN; 1968-1970 6915SG; 1971-1975 6912SG, Berlin, FRG; 1975-1975 Chanute AFB, IL. Tech Trng Minuteman II; 1975-1976 44SMW, Ellsworth AFB, SD; 1977-1979 6944SW, Offutt AFB, NE; 1979-1982 6954SS/6988ESS, RAF Mildenhall, UK; 1982-1984 6949ESS, Offutt AFB, NE, Retired, SMSGT. | |
| SWEETMAN, Fred C. | MSgt | 2002 | USAFSS for 24 years, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Died in Pensacola, FL. | |
| SWEEZY, John Thomas | Maj | 2017 | Intel officer, Darmstadt Germany | |
| SWETT, Jerry T. | MSgt | 1975 | 1st Sgt asgn 6924th/Udorn (1975) | |
| SWIESTRA, Rudy J. | Capt | 1958 | Ol'Timer; ACRP pilot out of SS/7406th; killed in Sep 2-58 C130 shoot down | |
| Swift, Roger W. | 2021 | Roger is listed in “our losses” at 6994th Security Squadron Site. https://6994th.com | ||
| SWILOR, James Ethan | SMSgt | 2019 | 1A871M /Superintendent, SOCOM J24 Acqs & Rqmts May 2006 - May 2007 338 CTS, Offutt AFB May 2007 - Jun 2010 97 IS, Offutt AFB Jul 2010 - Dec 2014 Data Masked Dec 2014 - Feb 2019 361 ISR Group, Hurlburt Field, FL Mar 2019 - Oct 2019 SOCOM J24, Macdill AFB, FL; Pashto, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian linguist | |
| SWINDELL, James "June" | CMSgt | 1972 | more info please | |
| SWINEHART, Paul W. | SSgt | 1956 | SS ACRP linguist @ Yokota; lost on RB-50 msn 09-10-56 | |
| SWOPE, Dallas H. | SSgt | 1976 | 202 asgn Misawa 1970-72 | |
| SYKES, George | Bgen | 2005 | USAFSS Vice Commander in 70s | |
| SZOSTAKOWSKI, Edward "Ski" | SMSgt | 2009 | USN>USAF, asgn Africa, Japan, Guam, England | |
| SZUMSKI, Stanley | LCol | 1992 | SS Ol-Timer Cmd and Eur Sec Rgn opns staff off | |
| SZYMANSKI, Robert J. | Sgt | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 1971- | |
| Szyperski, Raymond Henry | MSgt | 2025 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1949, serving in the Air Force Security Service and studying at Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California; Syracuse University in New York; and Air Force Intelligence School at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado. As a young Airman assigned to study languages at Syracuse University, Ray – in a mysterious mix-up that was a favorite among his many famous stories – met a charming USO volunteer named Mary, who became his wife in 1958. Military service took them and their growing family across the United States to Madison, Wisconsin and Marquette, Michigan, across the Atlantic Ocean to Hof in Bavaria, Germany, and back again to Ft. Meade, Maryland. Eventually, Ray and Mary settled with their three children in Laurel, Maryland, and resided there for more than half a century. Following retirement in 1969 from his decorated Air Force career, Ray joined the civil service workforce at the National Security Agency. Beginning as Senior Branch Linguist and Intelligence Analyst, he expanded into technical analysis, progressed through various management positions, and retired as Executive of the Intelligence Analysis Career Panel. His second retirement stuck, and he spent the next three-plus decades enjoying his family and supporting his local church and community. | |
| TABANO, Dominick N. “Nick†| TSgt | 2000 | R29170; 6924SS Da Nang 70-71. | |
| TABER, William A. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-07) | |
| TACHE, Charles (Chuck) S. Jr | MSgt | 2014 | A207X1 (292) 6985th Scty Sq, Eielson AFB, Alaska, 6949th Scty Sq, Omaha, Nebraska, and 6994 Scty Sq., Vietnam - Distinguished Flying Cross, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry; USAFSS (A292/Morse Operator) EC-47s and RC-135s. 1962 to 1966 at the 6910th in Darmstadt Germany (Charlie Flt) 292 ditty-bop 1966 to 1967 6948th or 6940th at Goodfellow AFB, TX; 1967 to 1968 6949th at Offutt AFB flying on RC-135's. 1968 to 1969 6994th at Tan Son Nhut AB in Vietnam flying on EC-47's (ARDF); 1969 to 1970 6949th at Offutt AFB flying on RC-135's; 1970 to 1972 6910th at Darmstadt Germany (Baker Flt); 1972 to 1973 6910th at Augsburg Germany (Baker Flt); 1973 to 1976 6985th at Eielson AFB Alaska, again on RC-135's with plenty of TDY's to the Rock (Shemya); 1976 to 1979 6949th/6944th at Offutt AFB on RC-135's; 1979 to 1984 Air Force Recruiting in Erie, PA; 1984 to 1986 First Sgt. for the 2750th Headquarters Sq. at Wright-Patterson AFB; 1986 to 1987 First Sgt. for the 8th Component Repair Sq. in Kunsan Korea; 1987 to 1988 First Sgt. for the 4950th Organizational Maintenance Sq. at Wright-Pat | |
| TACKETT, Robert F. "Haystax" | TSgt | 2020 | Vietnamese and Russian airborne linguist; Thailand, Okinawa, and Offutt. Datalink pioneer with modernized RIVET JOINT. Known for great personality and many friendships | |
| Tackett, Robert Foster | Lt Col | 2020 | According to social media posts, " Bob, also nicknamed “Hay Stax” was a Vietnam Veteran. He was stationed in Okinawa from 1978 – 1981 and also stationed in Kadena from 1984 – 1988. His assignments also included Offutt Air Force Base where he claimed to have learned his Spanish from Segundo Espinoza and Lee Anthony. He retrained from MD to MA in 1976. He commissioned in 1978 and served as an Intel Officer. He retired as a Lt Col. " | |
| TAGARAS, Michael T. | Col | 2011 | 31 years USAF, ESC/LG | |
| TAKAHASHI, Richard T. Jr. | Unk | 2010 | Asgn 6924th/Danang 1966; 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan; Fire Captain Wheeler AFB, HI | |
| TAKAHASHI, Wesley K. | Unk | 2010 | 202x T2 Misawa 1961-64 | |
| TALLANT, Wayne | SMSgt | 2015 | Morse Op; Taiwan, Crete, Misawa, Ft Meade, San Vito, Kelly AFB; 26 year career; FTVA Board of Directors 2009 - 2014 | |
| TALLEY, Cecil T. | Unk | 2006 | 202 asgn Misawa 1954-56 | |
| TALLEY, Gene Warren | SSgt | 2015 | 41st/6913th RSM in Bremerhaven. | |
| TALLEY, Norman M. Jr. | Unk | 2007 | Need info please | |
| TAMSETT, Frank S. | CMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer; retired out of AFSS AFCD; very active in Masonic Order & Affiliates | |
| TANAKA, Ernie | SSgt | 1964 | 292/207 Supervisor @ Chicksands | |
| TAPMAN, Thomas | Col | 2014 | DCS/ Plans & Programs, ESC | |
| TARABORRELI, Carmy | Unk | 2002 | 3rd Radio Scty Sq, COMSEC/USAFSS Vet | |
| TARBOX, Luther A. | LtCol | 2009 | Commander @ NKP, Thailand; asgn Hawaii, Hq USAFSS; Ops Officer and an interim commander of the Det 1, 6911th RGM (6916th) at Rhein-Main from 1956-60. Also served in numerous other USAFSS abn & gnd asmts. 56-57 Darmstadt, 6911RGM Charlie Flt Cmdr., 57-60 Rhein Main, Det 1,6911th, Det 1,6900SW, & 6916th (Ops and Cmdr)., 60-63 Hq USAFSS OOD/OIC Abn Coll Br., 66-68 SSO PACAF, later OIC PADAF(PACAF Air Def Anal Facil). 68-69 EC-47 Pilot with 362TEWS, Pleiku AB SVN. Later dragged to 7AF to become EC-47 Fragger of all msns. , 69-71 Hq USAFSS, Dep DOR., 71-72 Cmdr 6908 RSM, NKP Thailand. 72-73 Director SU AFSPECCOMCEN, 2nd Floor Bldg 2000. | |
| TART, Robert Carlyle "PopTart" | Dr. | 2017 | Misawa, 1971-74 | |
| TATE, Emory | unk | 2015 | Russian Linguist, 6912th T-Berg, Berlin GE 1980's. Grandmaster Chess player | |
| TATE, Howard | LCol | 1986 | OIC, Cmd Special Applications Engineering Lab (Spook Stuff) | |
| TATRO, Alice | GS | 2008 | Longtime employee in Bldg 2000, USAFSS Hq | |
| TATUM, Odis M. | Unk | 1986 | Need info please | |
| TAUS, Robert L. | Col | 2019 | Goodfellow Base CC/1978; Japan, Korea, Panama, Wash DC | |
| TAUS, Tom | LCol | 1995 | Russ Linguist; weather specialist | |
| TAUSSIG, George N. | Unk | 1994 | 293X0 asgn Misawa 1958-59 | |
| TAYLOR, Adrian E. "Buddy" | E-4 | 2017 | 6918th 701XX 1962-65 | |
| TAYLOR, Charles W. "Chuck" | CMSgt | 2008 | Disaster preparedness office @ Goodfellow | |
| TAYLOR, Darrell T. | TSgt | 1997 | Career of 20-yrs in SS; FTVA member | |
| TAYLOR, Dennis M. "Denny" | unk | 2015 | USAFSS 202 | |
| TAYLOR, Donald R. | LtCol | 2003 | DCS/Personnel Hq USAFSS 1953-54, Dir of Mil Personnel | |
| TAYLOR, Edwin "Win" | LTC | 2017 | US Army; Lifetime FTVA - more info needed | |
| TAYLOR, Gregg "Turk" | Unk | 2008 | Asgn Misawa 1971-72, Philippines | |
| TAYLOR, Henry A. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Taylor, James Hampton | 2020 | Mr. Taylor enlisted in the USAF in 1954 to serve his country and became a Russian Language Specialist. He attended Syracuse University and Dartmouth College in Hanover New Hampshire to study linguistics. | ||
| TAYLOR, Jimmy L. | MSgt | 2000 | SS era; logistics/material specialist Cmd Hq, Germany, Okinawa, Japan, et al | |
| Taylor, Malcom G. | 2020 | Malcolm was a member of the United States Air Force from 1963 - 1975, and primarily served in Asia and the Middle East and was stationed in England. He was fluent in Spanish, Arabic and Mandarin Chinese. | ||
| TAYLOR, Marston J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| TAYLOR, Myron F. | CMSgt | 2018 | Radio Intercept Op/Analyst 1952-78; 6910th, 34th RSM, 6901st, 6970th, 6980th, 6918th, Karamursel, 6981st | |
| TAYLOR, Steven R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| TAYLOR, Terry G. "TG" | SMSgt | 2007 | Coll NCO asgn GAFB, Kelly, Keesler, San Vito, Iraklion, Chicks, Misawa, Goose Bay | |
| Taylor, William D. | 2025 | A proud veteran of the United States Air Force who retired as an L-3 Contractor after many dedicated years of service to his country. According to Lee Anthony, Billy D. was "the AMS" in Athens - never heard a negative word about him from anyone. He was in Greenville on the RJ program for years. | ||
| TEAGUE, Elmer L. | SMSgt | 2000 | AFCD Tech Svc & Civ; Vet WWII, active Masonic Order, 32°; Helotes/SAT | |
| TEAL, Earley Bird (EB) | MSgt | 2011 | 292X2, Misawa 1959-60 RAF Chicksand 66-70, San Vito, Karamursel, 22 years service | |
| TEDESCO, Mario J. (Ted) | CWO3 | 2012 | WWII, Korea and Vietnam Veteran, USAFSS | |
| TEED, Peter W. "Pete" | SSgt | 2002 | Chinese 203 @ Yale basic/int; asgn Ft Meade, GAFB as instructor, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| TEEL, Van Michael "Mickey" | unk | 1993 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1962-64 | |
| TEIJELO, Donald L. | A3C | 2009 | Motor Pool @ 41st RSM/Bremerhaven 1952-53 | |
| TELGENHOF, Donald B. | SSgt | 2016 | USAFSS | |
| TELLA, Robert E. | Unk | 2009 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-05 1958-09) | |
| TELLER, J. Craig | Unk | 2010 | 1st CO of 1st RSM Det 11 (Misawa) 1951 | |
| TEMPLADO, Timothy E. | A2C | 2006 | Asgn Misawa (T4) 1964- | |
| TEMPLE, Archie G. | GS-15 | 2012 | 1962-66 Personnel Systems Analyst, 1966-1994 Systems Analyst HQ USAFSS, ESC | |
| TEMPLETON, Madison | MSgt | 2009 | COMSEC | |
| TEMPLIN, Robert C. | Sgt | 1989 | 292x1 - 6960 ABS - San Antonio, Misawa 66-67 | |
| TENNANT, Thomas T. | CMSgt | 2016 | The CHIEF - FTVA Hall of Honor 1985 - USAFSS - 6916th, 6949th, Vietnam, Germany; created 6990th with Gen Larson | |
| TENNISON, Don | MSgt | 2007 | 292X1 asgn Kirknewton 1960-62, Keesler instructor 1963, Elmendorf | |
| Terrill, Fordham W. | MSgt | 2022 | Fordham grew up in Pensacola, FL. He enlisted in the USAF in 1998 and retired in 2018, having most recently served as Cyber Warfare Operations Course Director at the 39th Information Operations Squadron, Hurlburt Field, FL. | |
| Tesch, Byron D. | 2022 | He served in the United States Air Force, attended Syracuse University, and was a Russian Linguist. | ||
| TESSMAN, Phyllis | GS | 1997 | SS Flt Opns scheduling, etc; aka Phyllis Odom | |
| TESSMER, Bernard D. | Unk | 1992 | SS Ol'Timer, Opns/Comm; 6913thRSM, Bremerhaven, Ger; et al | |
| TESTRAKE, Al | Sgt | 1984 | Chinese linguist @ Kadena; suicide | |
| TETREAULT, Jeff | E-4 | 2011 | 202XX, 1969-73, 6941st SS, GAFB, 1970 - 6927th SS, JSPC, 1970 - 6970th SG, NSA, 1971-1973 | |
| TETTEMER, Marvin D. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn Misawa 1963 | |
| THAGARD, Paul T. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-10) | |
| THARP, Robert N. | GS | 1993 | Chinese professor; mentored USAFSS Chi ling; ran Yale IFEL program | |
| THAYER, William "Bill" | GS/Col | 2008 | SES engineer @ NSA | |
| THEODORE, Leon L. | Unk | 1999 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| THERIOT, Jerry J. | SSgt | 2018 | Radio Intercept operator | |
| THIELE, Carlton | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| THIGPEN, Clifton K. "Keith" | Unk | 2012 | 202x, Misawa 1955-56 | |
| THISSELLE, Vernon "Buzz" | MSgt | 2007 | Russian linguist asgn Germany, Misawa, Aleutians, England | |
| THOMA, James R. "Jim" | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62; 6929th/Osan | |
| THOMAS, Alan B. | Col | 2019 | 67 IW/CC, and AIA Chief of Staff | |
| THOMAS, Fred A. | MSgt | 2009 | 293X2 asgn 41RSM/Bremerhaven, 37RSM/Kirknewton, 8RSM/Brooks; Wheeler AFB, Kelly AFB (Management Analyst at HQ) | |
| THOMAS, Gearod E. | SSgt | 1999 | 702 asgn Misawa 1955 | |
| THOMAS, Jack E. | Mgen | 2008 | ACSI to Chief/Staff Curtis Lemay, JP McConnell | |
| THOMAS, James B. | Unk | 2017 | Morse Op - Pakistan | |
| THOMAS, Kenneth | Unk | 1997 | Need info please | |
| THOMAS, Perry K. W. | CMSgt | 2003 | 30 years service; asgn 6924th/Danang, Misawa, San Vito, Crete and NSA | |
| THOMAS, Phillip D. II | GS | 2008 | USAFSS vet asgn Menwith Hill in early 70s; NSA | |
| THOMAS, Robert L. | unk | 2015 | AMT - need more info please | |
| Thomas, William Dennis Jr. | A1C | 2025 | On November 11, 1950, Dennis enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for three years in Darmstadt and Landsberg, Germany, as a Cryptographic Operator with the 6910th Air Force Security Group, where he was the last surviving member. He was part of the team that helped establish the United States Air Force Security Service in 1951 during the early years of the Cold War. He was honorably discharged on September 1, 1954. | |
| THOMASON, James P. | MSgt | 1995 | Asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven, 6927th RSM/Onna Point Okinawa | |
| THOMASSON, Joseph F. | MSgt | 2009 | C&E Maint NCOIC @ Bremerhaven 1957-60; US Navy in WWII | |
| THOMPSON, Al(an) W. | CMSgt | 2010 | 202X0, Asgn Crete as Exploitation NCOIC; Zweibrucken mid-60s; EW in Bldg 2000, Misawa 62-65 | |
| THOMPSON, Charles H. | MSgt | 1986 | Need info please | |
| THOMPSON, Franklin D. Jr. | SSgt | 1997 | 292X1 asgn 6990th/Kadena, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| THOMPSON, Hansel "Hank" | GS | 2008 | Air Force Security Command and Kelly Fire Chief | |
| THOMPSON, Jerome C. | Unk | 2001 | 6918th - Hakata; 292XX 1958-59 | |
| THOMPSON, Jimmy | A1C | 2013 | Y202x0, 6940th TTW, Goodfellow AFB - 61-62, 6917th SS, San Vito, IT - 62-64, HQ USAFSS, San Antonio, TX - 64-65 | |
| THOMPSON, John H. | GS | 1986 | Need info please | |
| THOMPSON, John W. III "Jack" | Unk | 2016 | 6918th RSM - Hakata; 292X1 Charlie Flight | |
| THOMPSON, Leslie M. | SMSgt | 197? | ACRP; AMT at Yokota,Omaha, ESR, & SS Cmd Hq; died of lung cancer mid 70's | |
| THOMPSON, Rex M. | SMSgt | 1982 | NCOIC CE/Comm @ 6913/Bremerhaven 57-60; ret in 70s | |
| THOMPSON, Robert "Robb" | MSgt | 2007 | Asgn San Vito, Hq USAFSS as Information System Security Manager, | |
| Thompson, Robert Charles | 2025 | He graduated from Randolph Southern High School as Valedictorian in 1964. He then served our nation bravely in the US Air Force, Security Service. He was stationed in Greece. Bob is survived by his sons, Robert Brian Thompson and Shelby Ryan Thompson (Heidi), their mother Saundra Thompson. //Obit – Wilson-Shook Funeral Home// | ||
| THOMPSON, Solomon | CMSgt | 2015 | RAF Mildenhall UK, Davis-Monthan AFB Tucson, Arizona. Kelly AFB San Antonio, Clark AB, PI 1966-69 | |
| THOMPSON, William R. "Bill" | SMSgt | 2006 | Personnel asgn Vietnam, San Vito, Randolph | |
| THORLEY, Alan D. (Al) | Unk | 2013 | Bulgarian Linguist, 1969-79, Athens, Greece, Rhein-main, GE and Goodfellow AFB, TX | |
| THORNHILL, Scott | unk | 2008 | 6912th, Berlin GE - need more info please | |
| Thornhill, Stephen Dwight | MSgt | 2025 | His mother Bonnie was a registered nurse, earning her degree via a WWII program that paid for her degree in exchange for being “drafted”. In November 1974, Steve enlisted in the USAF. After completing basic training at Lackland AFB TX, Steve was assigned to USAF Security Service, Kelly AFB TX, as a personnel specialist. His job required a Top Secret-SSIR clearance. This required a background check going back 20 years. Thanks to his mom, after numerous calls wondering what Stephen had done, his DD Form 398 was completed. Steve spent the majority of his career in San Antonio TX. Other assignments were San Vito AB Italy, where Stephen Jr. was born, Maxwell AFB AL, where Michael was born, Randolph AFB TX, Kunsan AB Korea, and back to Randolph AFB TX, where he retired. While at Randolph AFB, he was assigned to HQ Air Force Personnel Center where he was instrumental in the development/deployment of personnel systems, APDS-II, PHASE IV, and PC-III. He was also the Air Force functional manager for the Personnel Systems Managers career field. Steve retired from the Air Force November 1994. He then became a contractor working on the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) until 2000 when he went to Lockheed Martin as Operations Manager for DCPDS, where he retired in March 2013. According to Van Ray, Joyce and I are stunned by Steve's passing. We are so sorry this tragedy has happened. Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen and the family. Steve was always a very positive influence in the Chief's Lounge at Kunsan. His positive attitude, laugh and sense of humor will always stay with us. God Bless all. | |
| THORNLEY, Lawrence H. "Larry" | Maj | 2009 | Korean linguist asgn Skivvy Nine 1961-62; bootstrap commission | |
| THORNTON, Lex | Unk | 2017 | Korean linguist;Kadena, Osan, Goodfellow, HQ ESC | |
| THORNTON, Robert Herbert | Unk | 2017 | Morse op | |
| THORNTON, William J. Sr. | GS | 2007 | Asgn Hq USAFSS/Manpower since 60s | |
| THORSON, Erling "Dick" | Unk | 2016 | Comms specialist - 6913th RSM | |
| THRASHER, James R. "Jimbo" | MSgt | 2008 | 202X0 asgn Danang/Monkey Mtn; Korea; AFSCC; flew AC-130 Spectre gunships | |
| Throckmorton, Robert Wayne | Colonel | 2025 | Bob enlisted in the Air Force and entered Aviation Pilot Cadet Training. He earned his wings and 2nd Lieutenant’s bars and was assigned to the Far East. “Throck” (another nickname) flew the Curtiss C-46 Commando in transport of military cargo and troops throughout the region, primarily in Korea and Japan. After the Korean War, he was assigned further flying duties in the theater and flew C-119s, C-47s and the DC-3 Dakota until he returned to the US. During the years after Korea, he served in unique roles, as a Personnel Psychologist in Detroit and a Military Intelligence Officer in Thule, Greenland and Langley AFB, Virginia. He was then selected to attend Yale University Institute of Far Eastern Languages as a full-time student of Mandarin Chinese. Upon completion of language studies, he returned to Asia, stationed in Japan, Taiwan and later in Okinawa as Commander of the 6990 Security Group. In periods between these duties, he was twice assigned to South Vietnam, as advisor to 7th Air Force and MACV and last as “out-country” commander of several “in-country” units. Bob was in Saigon during the North Vietnamese TET offensive in 1968. He flew reconnaissance missions throughout Southeast Asia in c-130 and RC-135 aircraft over friendly and hostile territory during the 1960s and ‘70s. After 12 years in Asia, Bob was chosen to command the US Air Force School of Applied Cryptologic Sciences at Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo, TX. Subsequently he was appointed Chief, Field Management and Evaluation at the National Security Agency (NSA) at Ft. Meade, MD. His final assignment was as Commander, 6944 Security Wing at Offutt AFB, Omaha, NE, where he served until his retirement in 1979. During his 28-year active-duty military career, Bob was twice-awarded the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Air Medal, twice-awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal three times along with various lesser awards and service ribbons. According to Bert Turner, Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-01). | |
| TIBBS, John | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| TICE, Robert | UNK | UNK | Cryppie, Instr @ Goodfellow | |
| TIENKEN, Burton "Burt/Tink" | SMSgt | 1989 | Asgn Misawa, Munich, Scott AFB, Hickam AFB, Beale AFB, Def Nuc Agncy | |
| TIERNEY, James Jr. | Sgt | 1983 | 20351, 1965-71, 6985th, Eielson AFB, Alaska 66-68 | |
| TIETZ, Edward C. | Unk | 1991 | Need info please | |
| TIGG, John D. | Unk | 1969 | 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| TILLMAN, Dave "Tilly" | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| TILLMAN, Harold | MSgt | 2006 | Asgn Alaska, Japan, Korea, England, Germany, Pakistan, Italy; 292X1 op, cntlr, supvr | |
| TILLMAN, Terry W. "Horanji" | CMSgt | 1998 | Korean linguist from 60s; retired Osan Korea 1987; stayed there as GS till death | |
| TIMNEY, John F. "Jack" | A3C | 1986 | 292X1 asgn 41st RSM/Bremerhaven 1952, Kirknewton/Scotland | |
| Tingley, William | TSgt | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF. He was stationed at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas during basic training. He then moved west to attend and graduate from the prestigious Department of Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA. He did further Cryptologic Training at Goodfellow AFB in Texas He was eventually stationed overseas at RAF Mildenhall - Suffolk, United Kingdom. He proudly served his country for 6 years reaching the rank of Technical Sergeant Airborne Voice Processing Specialist also known as a Cryptologic Linguist Specialist - specifically in Russian. He routinely participated in hazardous aerial missions on the RC-135U/V/W aircraft reconnaissance variants. These missions were often dangerous, flown far from home base and off the coast of target nations. These missions were often referred to as "Alone, Unarmed and Unafraid". He received many ribbons and medals for the outstanding performance he made while in his combat role over the years. He made many lifelong friends in The Air Force - amazing fellow Air Force men and women and still stayed in touch with many after all these years. | |
| TINNEY, Frank | Col | 1997 | Cmd Staff, DCS/Personnel | |
| TINNIRELLA, Herman "T" | CMSgt | 2017 | USAFSS First Sgt; Turkey, Saigon, Misawa; 6918th Brady | |
| TINSLEY, David M., Jr. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-01) | |
| TINSMAN, William A. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| TIPSWORD, Terry "Tip" | TSgt | 2006 | Career USAFSS previously asgn Misawa | |
| TISDALE, Paul A. | Col | 2003 | WWII pilot; landed at D-Day; moved USAFSS to Brooks before Korea; asgn Japan | |
| TITMAS, Robert J. | Unk | 2008 | Misawa and 6918th Hakata, 202x, 1964- | |
| TOBIN, Gary | A2C | 1964 | Frankfort. Auto accident in Frankfort. | |
| TOBOLA, Edward J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Todd, Richard T. | 2023 | He enlisted in the USAF in 1960. His four-year tour of duty took him to the Philippines and Vietnam, finishing out his military service at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, OK. Dick was a voracious reader and was fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Dick leaves behind Pamela, his partner of 35 years, and his daughter Audrey. Following information provided by Bert Turner: Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-10), Philippines, Vietnam, Oklahoma City. | ||
| Todd, Robert V. | 2023 | He enlisted in 1954 and was assigned to Shiroi Air Base in Japan. He served as a communications officer with the U.S. Air Force Security Service. | ||
| TOEPPE, William J. | Unk | 2005 | Crypto maint asgn 41 RSM/Bremerhaven, 10 RSM/Chicksands, 37 RSM Kirknewton | |
| TOLBERT, Nathaniel P. | TSgt | 2010 | Asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| TOM, David "Dave" | SSgt | 2010 | Abrn Chinese linguist asgn 6990th/Kadena | |
| TOMASELLI, Michael A. | SSgt | 2004 | Asgn Det 5, 6922 Tan Son Nhut 67-68, NSA | |
| TOMKINS, Edward L. | MSgt | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer, Opns AFSC, 6913th RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger; et al | |
| TOMPKINS, DAVID L. | A3C | 1986 | 293x Misawa 58- | |
| TOMPKINS, Therone N. "Tom" | Unk | 2008 | 207X1 asgn Misawa 1965-67 | |
| TOPP, Thomas J. | A2C | 2006 | Misawa 1958 | |
| TOPPINGS, Harold G. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| TORMEY, Joseph W. "Joe" | SSgt | 2001 | Asgn 8th RSM (1951-53), 29th RSM (1953-55) | |
| TORRES, Jaime | Unk | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| TORTORETE, Joseph | Maj | 2009 | 201/202; orig mbr 37th RSM; asgn TX, AK, MD, Germany, Pakistan; mustang Major | |
| TOSI, Albert | A1C | 2006 | 3rd RSM - 53-55, 6981st Elmendorf | |
| TOUBY, Robert H. "Bob" | Col | 2010 | Karamursel Commander, Misawa Wing Commander 1973-76, Pac Scty Rgn/CC; HoH 1986 | |
| TOULOUSE, Bartley James "Bart" | MSgt | 2015 | 1A8 Spanish Airborne Linguist - Offutt AFB, NE; Howard AFB, Panama; National Reconnaissance Office (NRO); 645th AESS, Greenville, TX | |
| TOVEN, Albert P. | TSgt | 199? | SS OL'Timer, Opns AFSC, Brooks AFB, 6913th RSM, AFSCC; others | |
| TOWLER, Harry | Col | 1958 | Chix CO mid-50s and @ NSA | |
| TOWNLEY, Rbert S. | A3C | 1986 | 273x - Misawa - 1957 | |
| TOWNLEY, Thomas | Unk | 1988 | Need info please | |
| TOWNSEN, Robert G. "Bob" | GS | 2009 | Civilian mgr @ Goodfellow 36 yrs | |
| TOWNSEND, Richard J. | Unk | 2016 | ||
| TRACY, Barney | SSgt | 2010 | Public information off asgn 6920th Scty Gp 1950-54, Seoul, Tokyo, Ashiya, Johnson AB | |
| TRACY, Paul B. | Unk | 1988 | 292X1 asgn D Trick @ 41st RSM/Bremerhaven 1952-54; managed sports activities | |
| TRACY, Thomas M | SMSgt | 2001 | 202 @ Chicksands, Alaska; 202, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan 1968-70 | |
| TRANSUE, David W. | Sgt | 2002 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| TRAPP, Tony Joe | MSgt | 2012 | Spanish Linguist; Panama, Medina | |
| Trask, Carlos Chester | 2024 | He joined the Air Force, stationed in Alaska, a Russian linguist during the Korean War. | ||
| TRAVESKY, John J. | Unk | 2002 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01) | |
| TRAYNHAM, Gene C. "Clayton" | unk | 2010 | Misawa - 1950 | |
| TRAYWICK, Clarence O. | SSgt | 2006 | 711X0 asgn Misawa 1971- | |
| TREJO, Cleofas | Unk | 1986 | 292/207 @ 6917th early 60s | |
| TREMBLAY, James W. | Maj | 2010 | Russian linguist; as officer was responsible for disposal of Agent Orange | |
| Trescott, Frederick | 2021 | His studies at New Mexico Highlands University were interrupted by service in the Korean War as a cryptographer with the 15th Radio Squadron, Mobile, United States Air Force Security Service. After the War, Bill returned to New Mexico Highlands, where he played football (offensive line) and was graduated in 1956. | ||
| TREVINO, Gerardo | MSgt | 2017 | Airborne Spanish Linguist; Offutt, MacDill, Key West, Goodfellow (Instructor) | |
| TRIAS, Theodorus J. | SSgt | 1956 | SS ACRP linguist @ Yokota; lost on RB-50 msn 09-10-56 | |
| TRICKEY, Michael | unk | 2013 | AMT - need more info | |
| TRIETCH, Fred | Unk | 2005 | 292X1 asgn Europe, Philippines; 23 year USAFSS vet | |
| TRIMBLE, Joe M. | A1C | 1991 | Misawa - 1965 | |
| TRIMBLE, Norman L. | Unk | 1997 | SS Operations; FTVA member | |
| TRISCHITTA, Paul J. | Unk | 2012 | 1963-66, Crete - '65, S/W Ops | |
| TROEGER, William "Willie" | A1C | 2012 | 6921st RGM, 61-63 | |
| TROJAN, Paul | Unk | 2012 | need more information please | |
| TROTTER, Bruce D. | unk | 2006 | 292, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, 1964-66 | |
| TROUT, Gerald Dwight (Jerry) | CMSgt | 2012 | 20200, RAF Chicksands - 66-69, 71-75, 78-82 - Turkey - Medina 69-70, Vietnam 70-71, Crete 77-78, 83-85 - HQ ESC 1986 - | |
| TROXEL, GEOFFREY | Unk | 1974 | T2 asgn Misawa 1962-65 | |
| TRUMP, Robert D. | SMSgt | 2010 | Asgn NSA, Japan, Turkey, Philippines, Texas, Alaska | |
| TSURUMAKI, Dennis I. | Unk | 2002 | T3 in Misawa, 1978- | |
| TUBBS, William G. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-03) | |
| TUCKER, Clarence L. | SSgt | 2017 | 6918th 292XX 1958-60; | |
| TUCKER, Clyde | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Darmstadt; CPA after retirement | |
| TUCKER, Coy G. | Unk | 2017 | Misawa, 6989 RSM | |
| TUCKER, Eldon L. | SSgt | 2004 | Asgn Misawa | |
| TUCKER, Glover | MSgt | 2018 | 24 years, 207X1; Elmendorf AFB, Alaska/6981, St Lawrence Island, Alaska, Misawa, Japan, Lackland AFB Annex/Medina, Udorn AB/ Thailand, Darmstadt & Augsburg Germany, Taipei, Taiwan/6987, Homestead AFB, Florida, Hahn AFB, Germany/6911, Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX.HQ ESC | |
| TUCKER, Susan | Unk | 1986 | San Vito (Need info please) | |
| TUDINO, Raymond (Ray) Frank | SMSgt | 2011 | First Sgt, Viet Ling (Dogger), NCOA Instructor - 6990th/390th, Goodfellow NCOA, 94th, 70th FSS and 32 IS, Ft Meade | |
| TULLEY, William | CMSgt | 2012 | Russian Linguist, US Army and US Air Force, served in Korean War | |
| TUREK, FRANCIS I. | A2C | 2008 | Misawa 53- | |
| TURINSKY, George | Maj | 2011 | Texas, California, Alaska, Germany, Italy - WWII Vet B-17 | |
| TURNER, Boyd V. | CMSgt | 2008 | 732XX/Pers asgn 6937th/Pakistan | |
| TURNER, Bryan D. | SSgt | 2017 | DGS Imagery Analyst; 2 Iraq tours and Bulgaria deployment; Colorady, Germany, and Virginia assignments; 45th IS | |
| TURNER, Cecil L. | MSgt | 1997 | Det 1, 6923RSM (6924SS) Da Nang 62-63; 6911RGM 59-60 | |
| Turner, David Allen | 2020 | David was a United States Air Force (USAF 1978 - 1983) veteran and an accomplished artist, musician, and scientist. He graduated from the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA in 1979 after completing a 47-week Russian language course, and served as an airborne linguist assigned to the 6990th Electronic Security Group at Kadena Air Base, Japan for several years. | ||
| TURNER, Otis C. | Maj | 2018 | 1956 assigned to USAFSS; Turkey, Alaska, Pakistan; Probably Exec to USAFSS/CC due to travels | |
| TURNEY, Doyle | SSgt | 2001 | USAFSS ComSec Vet/2nd RSM. | |
| Tuschak, Daniel Joseph | SMSgt | 2025 | He married the love of his life, Rosemary (Roie), and together they shared 64 wonderful years. Dandy served his country with honor and distinction. He was a veteran of both the United States Army—serving in Korea—and the United States Air Force, where he worked as a Chinese linguist during a military career that spanned more than 26 years. His service took him to Taiwan, Japan, NSA at Fort Meade, San Angelo, and ultimately to Security Service Headquarters at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio. He retired from the Air Force on December 31, 1978. Education was another of Dandy’s core values. He attended language school at Yale University, earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland, a master's degree from the University of Southern California, and pursued a doctorate at Texas A&M University. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Roie; his children Mark (Shannon) Tuschak and Lisa (Tim) Raun. //Obit – Mission Parks Funeral Home// | |
| Tweed, Robert | 2025 | He then entered the U.S. Air Force in August 1955, serving 20 years as a linguist, with tours of duty in Japan, UK, Italy and Germany. He also retired from the post office in Glendale, AZ. He is survived by his wife Joyce and 3 children, Joanne Armuth, Mark Tweed and Wayne Tweed. //Obit – Lancaster Online// | ||
| TWINING, Danny | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| TWOMBLY, Donald J. | LCol | 1982 | Opns Officer | |
| TYLER, Peggy J. Dancer | GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer, w\35 yrs svc, ret from AFEWC, avid bowler, member of Eastern Star | |
| Tyson, Herbert C. | A1C | 2021 | He served his country honorably in the Air Force during the Viet Nam War and achieved the rank of Airman, First Class. He is listed in “our losses” at 6994th Security Squadron Site. https://6994th.com | |
| UHL, Robert E. "Bob" | SMSgt/GS | 2004 | 202 asgn 6948th/6918th-Hakata/6993rd-San Antonio/Hq ESC as mil and civ | |
| UHLMEYER, Thomas | SMSgt | 2004 | WWII Radio Op; NCOIC Tuslog Det 3-2 ('64-'66); asgn Wheeler HI ('69); Taiwan; GAFB | |
| ULLRICJ, Whalen T. "Tim" | unk | 2014 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt - 1961-63 | |
| ULMAN, Neil H. | SSgt | 2002 | 6990 Scty Gp - AFSC 29251 | |
| ULMER, William | Unk | 1975 | 292X1 asgn 6952nd/Kirknewton, 6947th/Key West, later airborne | |
| ULRICK, Raymond W. (Ray) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| UMSCHEID, Arthur E. | CMsgt | 1988 | 1st Sgt asgn 6920th. | |
| Underwood, James Riley | 2023 | James attended Eldon High School and graduated from the class of 1960. James then began his career in the Air Force as a Chinese Linguist. According to Bert Turner, Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-04, 1964 | ||
| UPDEGRAFF, Charles E. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-09, 1962-01) | |
| UPTAIN, Doye E. | CMSgt | 2007 | Asgn 6924th/Danang | |
| URANGA, Jason D. | SrA | 2015 | Comms Specialist - 743 ISS, HQ 25 AF | |
| URBAN, Victoria Louise (Vicki) | Civ | 2012 | RU Linguist 73-76, Civilian at Hq ESC, AFIC, AIA and AFISRA. Served at Lackland AFB, Sembach, GE and Augsburg, GE | |
| URBANECK, Frank G. | GS | 1994 | 292XX/Analyst; WWII radio operator; copied German surrender message | |
| URBANEK, Joseph J. | Unk | 2008 | Misawa, 1962, 685x | |
| URIBE, Rene L. | GS | 2017 | Print and Graphics; USAFSS - AIA | |
| USYAK, Kenneth E. (Ken) | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| UTT, Robert | Unk | Unk | 292X1 asgn Misawa T1 1965-66 | |
| UZZELL, David B. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 1959-60 | |
| Vahlsing, James “Jim” | SSgt | 2025 | He joined the Air Force and after completing basic training, Jim was assigned to Syracuse University where he learned Russian culture and language. He served in several duty stations, including San Antonio, Alaska, Berlin, and Maryland, before taking a position as an intelligence analyst with the US Government. Jim worked at Ft. Meade, MD. Jim’s career afforded him the opportunity to travel to multiple countries across 3 continents. Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years, Patricia Anne Vahlsing, and their four children: Maureen Anne McManus (Christopher Lee McManus), Kathryn Elizabeth Conant (John Conant), James Michael Vahlsing, and Suzanne Lynn Vahlsing. //Obit - Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium// | |
| VALATKEVICZ, John S. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01) | |
| VALDEZ, Pete | Capt | 2019 | more info please | |
| Valencia, Frances J. | 2024 | Frances retired from the Department of Defense, 25th Air Force, Lackland AFB. | ||
| VALENZUELA, Gilberto "Gil" | MSgt | 2010 | A294/A205 at Kadena (6990th), Athens (6916th) | |
| VALERSKY, John "Val" | Maj | 2007 | Enlisted Army pre-WWII the USAF; asgn Darmstadt, first CO Kirknewton; Zweibrucken | |
| VALLERY, Dean B. | LCol | 2001 | ComSec Vet. WWII, Korea, Vietnam. "Enlisted Man's Officer". | |
| VALONE, Carlo | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01) | |
| VAN BENTHUYSEN, John H. Jr. | 1Lt | 1992 | Asgn Misawa, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| VAN KLINE, Karl | SMSgt | 2009 | 202 asgn Homestead, Frankfurt, Iraklion, Ft Meade | |
| VAN OVER, James Hobart "Jim" | Unk | 2018 | AMS; Middle East, Alaska, Far East | |
| VAN PELT, Robert | MSgt | 2006 | Cryptographic tech asgn 1st RSM (1946), 2nd RSM, Korea (during war), Kelly | |
| VAN VOORST, Scott | SMSgt | 2007 | 202 asgn 12th AF/Davis-Monthan | |
| VANBUREN, Paul W. | Unk | 2002 | TTY Maint @ Darmstadt | |
| VANCE, Roger L. | Sgt | 1990 | 771x Misawa 1970 | |
| VANCE, Stephen Peyton "Steve" | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-09) | |
| VANCE, William R. | Unk | Unk | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| VANDER VELDE, John J. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-07) Okinawa, Taiwan, San Angelo | |
| VANDERVER, Stephen H. | Capt | 2019 | more info please | |
| VANDEVER Jr., John Joseph (Jack) | CIV | 2011 | US Army commission in the fall of 1962, he remained on active duty for 20 years. Arlington Hall Station, VA, in 1962-63, Fairbanks, Alaska, Republic of Viet Nam senior intelligence advisor; Fort Knox, KY; an unaccompanied year in Sinop, Turkey; Stuttgart, Germany; and finally to Fort Meade, MD where he retired in 1982 from the US Army Intelligence and Security Command. US Air Force 13 years there as an NSA civilian, 1982 - 1995. | |
| VANKIRK, James C. | Unk | 2010 | 202x Misawa 1969 | |
| VANN, John | Capt | 1992 | Asgn USAFSS/XRX (Manpower) 75-78. | |
| VANNES, Wayne Norman | Unk | 2012 | 202x, Misawa 1957-58 | |
| VANOVER, James H. | Unk | 1983 | 203x, Misawa 1953- | |
| VARGA, Glenn H. | Unk | 2004 | Asgn Misawa 1969- | |
| VARGAS, Roy R. | unk | 2011 | 1st RSM, Misawa - 1952-54 | |
| VARHALL, Gregory | Lt Col | 2011 | 8031 Ops Officer, Flight Commander, Charlie Flight, 6950th RAF Chicksands UK, also in Southeast Asia, and Scotland | |
| VARRELL, David C. | Unk | 2013 | RU Linguist; USAFSS airborne intercept operator (Russian linguist) who flew recon missions with the 6916th RSM at Rhein-Main and Incirlik in 1960 and 1961. Oct59-Dec60 6916th RSM/Rhein-Main AB; Dec60-Dec61 TUSLOG, Det 76 (Det 1, 6916th)/Incirlik AB; Dec61-Oct62 6950th RSM/RAF Chicksands; discharged. | |
| VASSI, Fred | Unk | 1989 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| VATIER, Hume F. | A2C | 1998 | 771x, Misawa - 1966-67 | |
| Vaughan, Robert M. | 2025 | Surviving is his wife of 54 years, Betty "Becky" Broyles Vaughan; sons, Robert F. Vaughan and his wife, Melody, of Richmond, VA and Mark M. Vaughan and his wife, Kara, of Roanoke, VA. Robert attended Greenbrier Military School where he played the trombone in the company band. He graduated from Lewisburg High School, Lewisburg, WV in 1964. He went on to the West Virginia Institute of Technology majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Robert was drafted while he was there and joined the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He began in San Antonio, TX and became a part of the U.S. Air Force Security Service. Subsequently he was stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany. Upon discharge in 1969, he married Becky and returned to West Virginia Tech. //Obit – The Roanoke Times// | ||
| VAUGHN, Roger L | Unk | 2010 | https://haferfuneralhome.net/book-of-memories/1787760/vaughan-roger/obituary.phpChinese lunguist IFEL 1957-04 | |
| VAUGHT, Dennis W. | Sgt | 1991 | Vietnam Vet, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| VAUSE, William G. | Unk | 2003 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-04) | |
| VELA, Andy | Unk | 2016 | Spanish Linguist | |
| VELIE, Bernard F. | CMSgt | 2006 | 203 asgn Japan, Germany, Turkey, Crete, Pakistan; long time VP/Ops Scty Svc FCU | |
| VENTRISS, Donald E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Verbrugghe, Albert E. | Unk | 2009 | Priest and USAFSS Chaplain | |
| VERDELOTTI, William R. "Bill" | Unk | 2017 | 6918th 292XX; WWII veteran, 27 years of USA/USAF service | |
| VERNONE, Merle J. | Maj | 2005 | HoH Inductee; asgn ESC, Vietnam, WWII Pacific theater | |
| Verti, James Peter | 2025 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served in the elite Security Service division in Cold War Berlin, monitoring communications and helping ensure the safety of his country. | ||
| VESSELL, Billie | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1954-07, 1959-03) | |
| VEST, Henry F. | SSgt | 1993 | 292X1 asgn Misawa 1965- | |
| VESTAL, James H. | Unk | 2002 | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| VIATOR, John D. | A1C | 1994 | Misawa 1957 | |
| VIDA, William "Bill" | MSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'timer, was a Radio Intcpt Maint Technician | |
| VIDOR, Davy L. | A2C | 1993 | Misawa 1952 | |
| VILLARREAL, Ricardo M. | 1Lt | 1958 | SS ACRP C130 Navigator out of USAFE 7406th; killed in Sep 2-59 shoot down | |
| VINAY, John Henry Jr. | Col | 2012 | Intel Officer, Greece, Germany and Pakistan, Base Commander at GAFB, and 6940th Wing/CC | |
| VINCENT, Irvin G. | Unk | 2003 | Cryptanalyst @ Bremerhaven and Sembach in early 50s | |
| VINCI, Charles R. | SMSgt | 1984 | 292X1asgn San Vito, Malstrom, Greece, Vietnam | |
| VINING, John D. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1957-09 | |
| VIPRAIO, William J. "VIP" | Col | 2007 | Need info please; Received Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, and The Legion of Merit Medals with two clusters and the Air Medal | |
| VITKUS, Raymond A. | Col | 2010 | 26th Intel Gp/Ramstein Commander 1993-95 | |
| VIVIRITO, Richard | Sgt | 1987 | 202X0, 6931st Scty Gp, Crete 64-66 | |
| VLOET, John | Col | 2007 | Died June 17th after heart attack | |
| Vogler, David Lee Sr. | TSgt | 2025 | After graduating from Roy Miller High School, he pursued his passion for education and languages at Indiana University and the Defense Language Institute before earning an Associates of Applied Science in Public Information from the Community College of the Airforce, a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Corpus Christi State University and a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of North Texas. His academic achievements reflected his deep intelligence and his desire to understand and improve the world around him. In the midst of his studies, Dave answered the call to serve his country. A 20-year veteran of the US Air Force, he worked as a public affairs technician and crypto linguist, specializing in Indonesian and Chinese languages. His military service took him on many adventures, but his heart remained with his family and community. Dave's life's work centered on helping veterans and the disabled find and retain employment. He served as a Case Manager, Job Readiness Trainer, and Job Developer/Coach for the disabled. For 20 years, he served the State of Texas as a Veteran's Outreach Program Specialist and Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Facilitator at the Texas Workforce Commission and as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services. His tireless advocacy and support changed countless lives for the better. Even in retirement, he continued to guide service members transitioning from military to civilian life as a Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Facilitator, as a government contractor. | |
| Vogt, Frank Allen “Buck” | MSgt | 2024 | Assignments included Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, Montana, New Haven CT, Key West, FL, Clark Air Base in the Philippines, Taipei, Taiwan, and San Angelo, TX. Buck returned to Yale University in New Haven CT, for intermediate Chinese language training and then to Goodfellow Air Force Base to attend cryptologic training. Buck was then sent to Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines. Jan joined him there and then they went to Shu Lin Kou Air Station in Tai Pei, Taiwan. In 1965 they returned to Goodfellow Air Force Base. Buck taught in the language section until after he graduated from the US Security Service NCO Academy and later became a Communications Instructor at the Academy. Buck retired from the US Air Force in April 1976. //Harper Funeral Home// The Heritage Chapter is sad to report that Frank "Buck" Vogt passed away Thursday, the 3rd of October. Buck retired from the U.S. Air Force in April 1976 after many overseas tours as a Chinese Linguist, and later at Goodfellow Air Force Base as both a Cryptologic Language Instructor and a Communications Instructor at the Security Service NCO Academy. After retirement he opened his own real estate business in San Angelo called Buck Vogt Realty. //Wayne Bascom, Heritage Chapter Secretary// | |
| VOIGHT, David, C. | Unk | 2008 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1959-01) | |
| VOLLBRECHT, Donald F. | Unk | 2002 | 292X1 USAFSS 41st/6913th Vet. | |
| VOLLE, Robert "Bob" | SMSgt | 1988 | Airborne @ Alaska, ESE, R/M, Omaha, Hahn, Key West. Heart problems. | |
| Vollmer, Francis “Frank” Xavier | TSgt | 2022 | After graduating from high school, he joined the US Air Force and volunteered for service in Vietnam as a tribute to his friend who was killed in combat. Frank served with honor while assigned to Danang airbase from 1967-1968 and survived many conflicts including the Tet Offensive. According to Richard Haycook.Frank was my traffic analyst when we were posted at San Vito Italy in 196667. He was a great friend and co-worker - always had a good word and a positive thinker. We went on many trips together with other co-workers and had some interesting adventures. My sincere condolences for your loss. I had hoped that we could re-unite at some point and share a bottle of wine. I hope you and the children are doing well. | |
| VOLTZ, Robert N. | UNK | 2013 | Russian 203, Service during Vietnam | |
| VOORHIS, Daniel | TSgt | 1985 | 202 working non-morse section at 6925th/Clark AB, PI in 1961-62. | |
| VOSE, Stan | Unk | 2013 | Skivvy-Nine - more info please | |
| Voss, Howard “Steve” | MSgt | 2021 | Trained as an analyst, Steve retired in 1983 as a MSgt. after 22 years of service in the Air Force. His assignments included: Misawa Japan, Darmstadt Germany, Ramason Thailand, Philippines, Hawaii, Goodfellow AFB, and San Antonio Texas. | |
| WACHOWIAK, Anthony S. | CMSgt/GS | 2003 | Radio surveillance. Asgn East Asia, England, Germany, Pakistan, Thailand. | |
| Wachs, Joseph V. | MSgt | 2023 | Following information provided by Bill Conduff: I was with Joe in the Philippines, Italy, and Taiwan. | |
| WADDLE, Carl L. | CMSgt | 1997 | 292XX, SS Ol'Timer; Baker Flight Msn Supe 6986th/Wakannai 1963-64, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WADE, Don B. | CMSgt | 2014 | need more info please | |
| WADE, Francis X. | Unk | 2019 | more info please | |
| WADE, Leonard J. | Unk | 2018 | Morse Op, Turkey and Okinawa; 37 yr NSA career | |
| WAGAMAN, Lester E. | MSgt | 2009 | Bremerhaven mission supervisor B flight 10/55-2/58 | |
| WAGAR, Michael T. | LtCol | 2008 | Asgn Afghanistan | |
| WAGNER, David E. "Dave" | Unk | 2015 | AMS - Korean/Chinese Linguist - 6988th Yokota, DaNang Vietnam, 2900 hours on RC-130 and RC-135 missions - TDY throughout SE Asia | |
| Wagner, John T. | CMSgt | 2023 | Jack to his family, he had an amazing 23-year career in the Air Force as a Russian Cryptologic Linguist. While serving, he was assigned four times to Goodfellow AFB, Texas, as an instructor and assignments to his HQ at Kelly AFB, TX; Hof, Germany; Sembach, Germany; Augsburg, Germany; West Berlin, Germany before the wall came down; and at a school at the National Security Agency at Fort Meade, Maryland. He completed his career at the distinguished rank of Chief Master Sergeant, E9, the highest enlisted grade, at Goodfellow AFB, where he was the Superintendent of the East European Language Training Division. | |
| Wagoner, Russell D. | MSgt | 2019 | Russ joined the Marines for four years. Then joined the Air Force for 21 years. Russ was a crew member on C-130’s. Russ retired from the service then worked at E-Systems for 20 years. According to Joseph Figueroa, "He was an Airborne Maintenance Technician. Assignments included: Dec 1964-Dec 1967 6916th Scty Sqdn Rhein Main AB, Frankfurt, W. Germany, Dec 1967-Dec 1970 1985th Scty Sqdn, EielsonAFB Fairbanks, Alaska." Airborne Maintenance Technician; 6916th Rhein Main AB; 6985th SS Eielson; former USMC | |
| WAGTER, Herman J. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WAHLMAN, Robert "Bob" | UNK | UNK | QD, 6990th and 6908th | |
| WAITE, Dennis V. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1957-04 | |
| WAKING, Elmer | Unk | 1989 | Need info please | |
| WALCZAK, John F. | Unk | 1988 | Asgn Misawa 1960-62 | |
| WALDECK, Jeffrey A. | TSgt | 2019 | Airborne Russian linguist, AMS, DLO; 6990th, 6988th, 97th; Desert Storm veteran; charter member of FTVA - Rocky Mountain chapter | |
| WALDHAUER, Robert K. "Bob" | A1C | 2004 | 292X1 asgn Bremerhaven in mid-60s; Asgn Misawa 1966- | |
| WALDIE, Robert W. | A2C | 1999 | 202x, Misawa 1964- | |
| WALDO, Daniel R. | unk | 2014 | AMT - need more info please | |
| WALDRIP, John B. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WALDRON, Richard D. | Unk | 1996 | 6918th Brady; | |
| WALECKA, Norman "Wally" | CMSgt | 2005 | Asgn NSA/A-Group; asgn Misawa while in USAFSS | |
| WALIGORSKI, Joseph L. "Joe" | SMSgt | 1981 | First Sgt. Asgn Danang 64-65. | |
| Walker, Benny E. | 2023 | He served in the United States Air Force in the 6981st Security Service Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska. | ||
| WALKER, Charles B. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-11) | |
| WALKER, Hershel L. | Unk | 2007 | Comm op from Army ASA to USAFSS; asgn Landsberg, Alaska, Amarillo, Wiesbaden | |
| WALL, Malcom E. | LtCol | 2002 | USAFSS/DCS-OPS in early 50s. | |
| Wall, Von Wendell | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1958-11 | |
| WALLACE, Charles E. (Chuck) | TSgt | 2011 | 201, 6902nd, 6970th, JSPC, Yale, Thailand and Korea | |
| WALLACE, Donald John | Unk | 2012 | RU Linguist | |
| WALLACE, Robert D. "Wally" | Unk | 2002 | Asgnd Misawa, Danang | |
| WALLACE, William C. | SMSgt | 2016 | ESC | |
| WALLENDER, Robert L. | Col | 2001 | Previously commander of 6994th in Vietnam | |
| WALLING, Duane E. | Unk | 2007 | 292 asgn Misawa 1964-75 | |
| WALLIS, Bruce E. | A2C | 1997 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) Taiwan | |
| WALLS, Larry O. | MSgt | 2010 | 202 asgn San Antonio, Shemya, Wiesbaden, and Tan Son Nhut | |
| WALLS, Leon "Leo" | MSgt | 2018 | Radio Printer/Manual Morse Controller; Keesler AFB, MS; Kelly AFB, TX; March Field; Darmstadt, Germany (6911th RGM, Dec 54 to Dec 56); Samsun, Turkey (TUSLOG Det 2, Dec 56 to Dec 57); Darmstadt (6911th RGM, Jan to Dec 58); San Vito, Italy (6917th RSM, Feb 61 to Sep 62), San Antonio, TX (USAFSS HQ, Sep 62 to Oct 63). 16 years as Civil Service employee at USAFSS/ESC HQ in San Antonio; retired in January 1997. | |
| WALSH, Milton J. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04) | |
| WALTERS, David | unk | 2015 | 68550 - RAF Chicksands - 1961-65 | |
| WALTERS, Jack L. | CMSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, 29290, SIGINT Support Opns | |
| WALTNER, Mavis L. (Walt) | CMSgt | 2013 | 202, 1949-75, Ashiya, - 6922d RGM, Brady - 6918th, USMLM - Potsdam, Germany, Japan, Korea, Vietnam | |
| WALTZ, Thomas C. Jr. | MSgt | 2012 | 202X0, SOC III, Kindsback Cave Germany, DET 1, EST at Eglin AFB FL | |
| WANEK, Donnie R. | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Misawa 1957- | |
| Wankowski, Marilyn Josephine Mullins | 2020 | Spouse of Alvin Wankowski. Mrs. Wankowski grew up during WWII and would follow her father throughout his military career after the war. Marilyn met a young Airman Al Wankowski and they were married March 14, 1953, having six children together. Like her mother before her, she joined her husband in his military career, raising their 4 boys between Europe and the states. They moved to San Angelo in 1964, where they would settle down and make a home. Marilyn attended Angelo State University, obtaining her license as an RN. | ||
| WARD, Charles "Charlie" | TSgt | 2000 | Airborne Chinese linguist @ Yokota early 60s | |
| WARD, Hal T. "Pappy" | MSgt | 2001 | WWII era vet ret 1959. Initial cadre to activate 6920th/Japan in 1953 | |
| WARD, Leslie W. | TSgt | 2019 | Vietnam era, DFC awardee | |
| WARD, Ralph | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| WARDEN, Brenda | GS | 1998 | SS Ol'timer in Cmd Comsec Engineering Directorate | |
| Warden, Okey Jr. | CMSgt | 2021 | During his more than 30 years of service in the Air Force, Okey was awarded multiple honors. According to Ted Colquhoun, "Gene Sloat and Dave Hill sent an email that CMSgt (ret.) Okey Warden passed away this past Friday, 22 Jan 2021. He was the ESC Senior Enlisted Leader - 1983-85 and is a Hall of Honor member (1995)." According to Joseph Figueroa, "Chief Warden was inducted into the FTVA Hall of Honor in 1995." According to Greg Wilson, "I was stationed with Okey at Korat, Thailand with a USAFSS unit from 1967 to 1968. He was one of the best fellows I had the pleasure to serve with. Rest in Peace Okey." According to Gene and Luz Sloat, "Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Okey. Our years together with USAFSS & ESC were very rewarding and memorable, especially when we were with the 6922nd at Clark AB. He was a good friend and will be missed by everyone." According to Tom Echols, "I was heartbroken to learn of Okey's passing. We served in the same command for over twenty years. He was a great friend and trusted colleague. For many years we attended conferences in the Pacific and at Security Hill, San Antonio. A few years ago I was delighted to enjoy a luncheon with him and other Senior Advisors and Command Chiefs. May Okey rest in eternal peace is my prayer." | |
| WARE, William | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6933rd RSM/Karamursel, Turkey 1959-62 | |
| Waring, Homer L., SMSgt (ret), USAFSS *** FTVA Lifetime Member 24 | SMSgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF in Sep 22, 1960. After completing basic training in San Antonio, and Radio Intercept and Analysis technical school in San Angelo, his first assignment was in Taipei, Taiwan with the USAF Security Service. He returned to TX in 1964 for more training in Intelligence Operations. Then to Wiesbaden, Germany from 1966 to 1968. From there to Okinawa, Japan from 1968 to 1971. In 1971, he transferred to Darmstadt, Germany. The unit moved to Frankfurt, Germany later that year, where he served until 1973. His unit relocated to Shefford, England, where he served from 1973 to 1977. In 1977, Homer was reassigned to San Antonio as Radio Communications Analysis and Security Superintendent. Throughout his 17.5 years with USAF Security Service, much of his duty was accomplished on temporary assignments at various bases worldwide, to include the Vietnam area of operation. His distinguished military career culminated when he retired from the USAF in September 1982. After retiring, he went on to perform a 26-year career in Federal Civil Service as a Technology Specialist. According to Connie Sjolie, "Homer & Chuck were stationed at Linkou AB in the early '60's. The first day there, the first-person Chuck met was Homer, & they've been friends ever since. Our paths crossed in Okinawa when we visited Norway in '72 & England in '76. A lifetime of memories. RIP, Homer." According to Douglas Ort, "Homer and I enlisted in the USAF just a few weeks apart, and both of us were assigned to Security Service out of basic training. We attended tech school at Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo, TX, about the same time, and we both got lucky and drew assignments to the 6987th Radio Squadron Mobile, Shu Lin Kou Air Station, Taiwan. We did the same kind of analyst work there. Homer was quiet, unassuming, a bit reserved, but not at all self-conscious. He had a good mind and a fine heart. To his family and friends, I offer my sincerest prayers as you say Goodbye to a good man I met sixty years ago, when we were all fresh and young, and our lives were all before us." | |
| WARMAN, Herb | MSgt | 2001 | 207 asgn Osan | |
| WARNER, Harvey H. Jr. | CMSgt | 2008 | Ground radio/radar maint; asgn Pakistan, Turkey | |
| WARNKE, Theodore C. | Unk | 1994 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s | |
| WARR, Bruce G. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1965-04) Asgn: Kadena | |
| WARREN, Don "Yeni" | MSgt | 2004 | 203-Ru asgnd Germany/Turkey/Offutt/Eielson 60's and 70's. Then FAA until 2004 | |
| WARREN, Dorsey J. | TSgt | 1994 | 202XX, 6989th RSM; Instructor Goodfellow AFB, et al | |
| WARRINER, William E. "Bill" | unk | 2015 | USAFSS Chinese Linguist - Paengnyong-do Island, Korea | |
| WARTA, Norman O. | SSgt | 2018 | more info please | |
| WARTES, Calvin “Calâ€, Jr. | MSgt | 2000 | TRY30474; 6924SS Da Nang 69-70. | |
| WASCOM, John D. | Unk | 2011 | 1954-1978 Frankfurt, Germany, Madrid, Spain, Peshawar, Pakistan, and Goodfellow AFB, | |
| Washington, Booker T. | CMSgt | 2021 | A 30-year retired Air Force (AF) combat-disabled Chief Master Sergeant, B.T.'s AF career consisted of over twenty-two years of assignments in Asia, primarily in the Philippines, South Korea, South Vietnam, and Thailand. During those tours, he served in part in support of combat communications units, most notably the 5th Tactical Control Group and the 1961st Communications Group. A highlight of his last tour in the Philippines was the recognition that one of his facilities (the 6922nd Electronic Security Service Communications Center) received for having won the James C. Swindell Award for three years straight as the best communications center supporting the Electronic Security Command's (ESC) worldwide mission. Upon his promotion to Chief Master Sergeant, B.T. served another tour of duty with ESC through an assignment to the National Security Agency (NSA) where he was NSA's Telecommunications Certification Officer. In that capacity, he was responsible for ordering and cancelling communications circuits and lines in support of the NSA's worldwide clandestine. | |
| WASSERMAN, William L. "Bill" | Unk | 2010 | Russian linguist asgn Wakkanai 1953-54 | |
| WATKINS, William E. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| WATSON, Francis S. | SMSgt | 2006 | Asgn Germany | |
| WATSON, Harold | Maj Gen | 1994 | Hall of Honor 1995; WW II era leader of Watson's Whizzers, director of Air Technical Intelligence Center (predecessor of NASIC) | |
| WATSON, Johnnie A. | MSgt | 19?? | SS ACRP A29271 @ Rhein-Main in early 60's, Kadena. | |
| WATSON, Ladd | LCol | 19?? | Cmd Hq Staff | |
| WATSON, Paul E. | Unk | 1996 | COMSEC; SS Ol'timer, was a Mason, DAV | |
| WATSON, Rupert C. | CMSgt | 2014 | WWII (Navy), Korea (Army), Vietnam (USAF) | |
| WATSON, Samuel William (Sam) | CMSgt | 2020 | Hall of Honor; legendary Arab linguist and superintendent; 6916th - Athens | |
| WATTS, Daniel L. | SMSgt | 1989 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| WATTS, DAVID L. | SMSgt | 199x | SS Ol'Timer, 41st (6913 RSM), Bremerhaven; many others | |
| WAY, Ronald E. | UNK | 2012 | 6918th, Hakata | |
| WEARDON, Katherine | GS | 2002 | Asgd Doc Control for 35 years @ HQ USAFSS, ESC, AFCD | |
| WEATHERS, Curry P. (Pete) | Unk | 2013 | Germany, Japan, Korea, Maryland, and Texas | |
| WEAVER, Donald E. | Col | 2015 | 15th Radio squadron, Korea 1953; Cmdr 6924th Ramasun Station, Thailand 1972; Cmdr 6987th Shulinkou, Taiwan; DCS/Ops Security Service 1975-1977; Wing Cmdr Goodfellow AFB Texas 1977-1980 | |
| WEAVER, Gabriel T. Jr. | TSgt | 2005 | Asgn Hq USAFSS, Chicksands, Kirknewton, Vietnam | |
| WEAVER, Marion M.,Jr. | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ok'Timer, Data Processor, Zweibrukcken, Crete, Cmd Hq, et al | |
| WEBB, Hobert (Hoby) | unk | 2015 | 292 - Charlie Flight - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1960-61 | |
| WEBB, James "Jim" | MSgt | 1971 | ACRP, Russian linguist Rhein-Main/Eielson early/late 60's | |
| WEBB, Richard G. | Lt Col | 1988 | 6912th/CC, Berlin; MORE INFO NEEDED | |
| WEBER, Robert V. | Unk | 19?? | SS OL'Timer; Brooks AFB; 6913 RSM, Bremerhaven, Ger, et al | |
| Webster, Alicia Britt | 2020 | Alicia was a patriot and served our country in the USAF for 7 years where she was a Korean linguist. While in service, she met and married the love of her life for 21 years, Daryl Webster. They had 2 children, Sydney and Everett Webster, who she loved with her whole heart and soul. Alicia worked for the last 15 years for the Veterans Administration. | ||
| Webster, Randall Lee | CMSgt | 2024 | According to Facebook post, the Reverend “Randy” Webster was an airborne ditty-bop at Kadena Air Base. //Joseph “Pepito” Figueroa// | |
| WEDDLE, Bruce D. | MSgt | 2017 | 20 year vet, additional 17 years as civilian in Cryptologic Support Center (CSC) | |
| WEDRYK, Raymond | A1C | 2010 | Asgn Misawa 1964 | |
| Weekley, Donald Wiley | 2025 | He worked for U.S. intelligence agencies in Vietnam and other Asian countries as an intelligence analyst, Chinese linguist and cryptanalyst. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency. Don attended Tulane University; Yale University's Institute of Far Eastern Languages (New Haven); the University of Maryland (Far East Division, Japan); and U.S. intelligence agency training schools. He was an honors graduate, class leader and co-valedictorian of his Chinese class at Yale. He was a frequent speaker to area civic and business organizations on U.S. intelligence, military and defense; issues about which he was passionate. He also presented national teleconferences and regional lectures on Risk Management issues. He was a member of the Association of Former Intelligence Officers and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. He was a pilot with commercial, multi-engine and instrument ratings. Survived by his beloved, wonderful wife, Lana. //Obit – Leitz- Eagan Funeral Home// | ||
| WEEKS, James Lee | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WEEKS, Jimmie Lee | SSgt | 2004 | US Navy and USAF, WWII, Korea, 6918th, Hakata, Japan | |
| Weeks, Ralph | 2020 | He joined the USAF, serving 20 years with two tours in Vietnam. He retired from the military as a recruiter. According to 6913th.org, "He was stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM as a 292, from 1960 to 1963 on “C” Flight" | ||
| WEGE, Walter | Unk | 1990 | ACRP; Vietnamese linguist @ 6990tth/Kadena | |
| Wegner, Kermit W. | Lt Col | 2024 | He entered the USAF, where he quickly rose through the ranks to achieve the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Over the course of his career, Kermit accumulated 675 flying hours, with 450 of those spent in combat missions. His bravery and exceptional performance in the field earned him numerous accolades, including the Bronze Star, three Meritorious Service Medals, two Air Medals, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, and two Air Force Commendation Medals. His commitment to his fellow servicemen and women, and his country, will forever be remembered. //Obit – Porter Loring // It was my privilege to serve under Lt. Colonel Wegner's command in Germany. Sending my sincerest condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace and may light perpetually shine upon him. //Susan Douglas// | |
| WEIMER, Robert W. | Unk | 1998 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1958-01 | |
| WEINBRENNER, George | Col | 2010 | Need info pls | |
| WEINGARTNER, William J. | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-04) | |
| WEIR, Dennis D. | Unk | 2019 | Morse op, served 6 years | |
| WEISBAUM, Donald M. | A1C | 1999 | Asgn Bremerhaven 1952-54 | |
| WEISER, Blanche | GS | 2006 | Asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| WEISER, Francis J, "Frank" | MSgt | 2015 | AFSC - 304, USAFSS 1950-77 - Goodfellow AFB, Clark AB, RAF Chicksands, and the Air Force Cryptologic Depot (AFCD) | |
| WEISS, Gregory W. (Murray) | Unk | 2016 | Intel Analyst; Italy, South Korea; commissioned and became Neonatal nurse | |
| WEITZ, Gene | MSgt | 197? | ACRP; Russian linguist; Eielson, Rhein-Main & Athens; heart attack in Athens early 70's | |
| WELCH, Dean C. | CMSgt | 1993 | 202 with USAFSS 30+ years. Served in Italy, Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, and Hawaii. | |
| WELCH, Felix H. | Unk | 1980 | 6918 RSM/SS, Hakata, JA | |
| Welch, George B. III | A1C | 2022 | He enlisted in the military and was proud to be selected as a part of the fabled command known then as the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) – a part of the vast network of military intelligence workers who keep our nation safe. Airman Welch carried a Top Secret clearance and was forbidden, along with his comrades from those days of speaking to anyone out of the net of the work he was doing. Most activities in USAFSS were declassified in the late 1990s. Some of our history could finally be told. Airman Welch wrote three books about his work primarily at Misawa Air Base Japan. The books were entitled "Insomnia Mimatsu -A Story of Love and Espionage in Misawa”. "Misawa - A Song of the Machi"; and “Eisenhower’s Children - the Road to Misawa.” | |
| WELCH, Norman A. | CMSgt | 2005 | Flew 127 C-47 combat msns; asgn PI, Taiwan, Turkey, Crete, Texas, Minot, RVN | |
| Welch, Otto D. | 2020 | He served with the U.S. Air Force at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM as a radio operator on Charlie Flight from 1955-1959. | ||
| WELLHAUSEN, William W. | unk | 2010 | 292x1, Misawa 1957 | |
| Wellman, Cecil Kraig | 2021 | On January 10, 1951 Cecil enlisted in the United States Air Force. After basic training in San Antonio Texas, tech schools in Cheyenne Wy and Scott Field Illinois, he was selected to serve in the USAFSS – A Silent Warrior. While stationed at Brooks AFB in 1952 he was chosen to go to Bushy Park England | ||
| WELLNER, Charles E. (Chuck) | TSgt | 1974 | 202 - Misawa and Elmendorf, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WELLS, "Skip" | SSgt | 1963 | 292 asgnd San Vito. Killed in scooter accident on the way to Brindisi. | |
| WELLS, James | Unk | 2005 | COMSEC vet | |
| Wells, Mark R. | Sgt | 2023 | Mark was a veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served as an Apprentice Crypto Linguist Specialist. He was a retired United States Postal Service letter carrier for 25 years. | |
| WELTON, Sanford N. | Unk | 2001 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1956-07, 1958-11, 1961-01 | |
| Wempe, Stephen John | 2025 | “Steve” or “Wemp” or “Pudge” joined the Air Force on October 30th , 1967. He attended the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California, where he studied to be a Vietnamese Linguist. He graduated top of his class as an honors graduate. From there, he went to Vietnam for the remainder of his service. Steve was honorably discharged on October 9, 1971. Steve is survived by his wife Chris, son Luke (Amanda) Wempe, daughter Angela (Corey) Caves; stepdaughter Heather (Trevor) Gaston, stepson Shane Patrick. //Obit – All States Cremation// | ||
| WENDEL, Johyn R. | A1C | 1994 | Misawa 1972 | |
| WENDT, Alvin H. | CMSgt/GS | 1989 | AFCD E&I Team after USAFSS retirement | |
| WENTKER, Larry (Lawrence) | Unk | 2007 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WENTLING, Charles D., Jr. | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-01) | |
| WENZLER, Michael C. | MSgt | 2017 | 202XX; S&W Supervisor San Vito | |
| WERTZ, Arthur H. | GS | 2005 | Asgn USAFSS/ESC/AFIC Comm Dir & NSA | |
| Wesner, Joseph W. | CMSgt | 2020 | Joe enlisted in the USAF and served for 26 years. His service included assignments throughout the United States Air Force Security Service and Electronic Security Command. He was a Vietnam Veteran and spent several tours overseas in Korea and Japan. Joe was also stationed in Mississippi, Maryland, Texas, and Florida. According to Dennis Rassmussen, "Saddened to hear about Joe’s passing. He was always a loyal friend and outstanding “silent warrior” serving in our USAF." | |
| WESSNER, Stanley Jr. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| WEST, John E. | GS | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer; 30-year career; was in Masonic Lodge, DAV | |
| WEST, Randall Glenn | A2C | 1998 | 292x2 in Shiroi 1958 | |
| WEST, Rolland C. | Maj | 2001 | Hq USAFSS Comm Ctr (1970s) | |
| West, Sylvia Ann | 2025 | She worked at USAFSS Intelligence Division where she met John West, and they were married on August 6, 1966. She retired from Kelly Air Force Base Civil Service after many years of service as a GS 14. | ||
| WESTBROOK, Charles Douglas "Doug" | unk | 2016 | USAFSS 1952-56, Russian Lingist - Sembach GE, Kelly AFB TX | |
| WESTEMEIER, Donald O. | SSgt | 2005 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| WESTERBERG, BERNARD C. | Unk | 2000 | 202x T3 Misawa 57- | |
| WESTFALL, Donald L. | Unk | 2009 | Russian linguist asgn Maryland, Alaska, Germany, Turkey, Japan | |
| WESTON, Richard | Unk | 2005 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| WETHERINGTON, Hartridge G. Jr. | Unk | 2000 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WETZSTEIN, James V. | Unk | 2007 | T4, Misawa 1977-78 | |
| WEYANDT, Paul W. | CMSgt | 1987 | Hall of Honor 1992; Expert ARDF in SEA; 900 missions flown. Car accident, Misawa 1965-66 | |
| WEYERBACHER, Dale E. | A1c | 1993 | 203MD @ Kadena during Vietnam era. | |
| WHEELER, Eliot | MSgt | 2006 | 453rd EWS Flagging Division, San Antonio, 1999-2005 | |
| WHEELER, Wayne | Unk | 2020 | Need info, please | |
| WHEELER, William "Butch" | Col | 1997 | EW expert; Cmd Staff, 6981/CC, retired as ESA/CC; retired to fishing guide in Alaska | |
| WHEELER-SMITH, Linda N. | TSgt | 2012 | 292x1, T1 Misawa 77-79 - 20 years USAF - Keesler AFB, Mississippi; Clark AFB, Philippines; Iraklion AFS, Crete; San Antonio, Texas; Taiwan, Misawa AFB, Japan; Kunia, Hawaii; Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX; Kadena AFB, Okinawa; and Ft. George G Meade, MD | |
| WHITAKER, Dale C. (Charles) | TSgt | 1973 | Misawa 1964-65 | |
| WHITAKER, Douglas S. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WHITAKER, Jason A. | Unk | 2009 | 202; need addl info pls | |
| WHITAKER, Way L. | CMSgt | 2003 | Radio op during WWII (incl D-Day), Berlin Airlift. Retired USAFSS/Kelly. | |
| WHITCOMB, Oliver A. "Ollie" | Maj | 198? | SS ACRP; Russian linguist, commissioned asgn Kadena/Offutt; NCO/Officer AMS | |
| WHITE, Albert H. Jr. (Bert) | A1c | 2002 | 293 @ 2nd RSM/6911th Darmstadt | |
| White, Alfred R. | A2C | 2025 | Al was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, where he served in Northern Japan as a Russian linguist. He is survived by his loving wife, Connie, and his two children, David and Lisa. //Obit - Palm Beach National Funeral Home and Chapel// | |
| White, Archie Lee | SMSgt | 2020 | He enlisted in the USAF and served two tours in Vietnam. He also retired from Toyota in SA, TX. According to Clarence Hall, "I was fortunate to work with Archie in Darmstadt Germany in the 11th Radio Squadron Mobile. 1956-1959. I thought that Archie was one of the most thoughtful individuals that I had met. He helped me on many occasions during our shifts. We worked on the same trick. I was not aware that Archie was in San Antonio. I have been here since December 2006 after retiring from General Motors. My deepest condolences to Archie's survivors. Be assured that he was an exceptionally nice person." According to Jesse Coultrap, "Archie Lee White’s AFSC was 202. His assignment included Taiwan and HQ USAFSS." | |
| WHITE, Bruce E. | CMSgt | 1998 | SS Ol'timer from WWII as Rad Opr, then Ditte Bopper; 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Ret CMSgt & Res CWO-3 | |
| WHITE, Donald E. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WHITE, George F. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| WHITE, Horsley B. | MSgt | 2008 | Asgn Alaska, England, Libya, Goodfellow, Lackland | |
| WHITE, Jimmie R. | Unk | 2016 | 6918th RSM - Hakata | |
| WHITE, John K. | LCol | 1996 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's; Ops Officer; WWII vet; was in D-Day invasion | |
| White, Joseph | 2023 | He was an Air Force veteran who earned a Top-Secret security clearance and attended Yale University to become a Korean linguist. In 2004, he self-published his memoir, Bury Me in Montana. | ||
| WHITE, Leroy "Sonny" | MSgt | 2008 | Retired USAFSS then 25 yrs w/NSA | |
| WHITFIELD, Ernest L. "Woody" | MSgt | 2018 | 6918th Brady - 702XX; 22 year USAF career | |
| WHITMAN, Lawrence E. | SSgt | 1996 | R81150 SP; 6924SS Da Nang 64-65, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WHITMAN, Richard J. | Unk | 2006 | Asgn Misawa '64-65 | |
| WHITTEMORE, Donald D. | CMSgt | 1984 | Opns; Russian linguist, Cmd Hq, PSR area, et al | |
| WHYLEY, William A. | A2C | 2005 | 292XX asgn Misawa 1964 | |
| WHYTOSHEK, Rudolph J | A1C | 19?? | SS ACRP Polish linguist @ Rhein -Main '59-'60; AKA "Whyty" | |
| WIATROWSKI. Larry Michael | Unk | 2017 | USAF Chinese linguist; DoD civilian (480th ISRW) | |
| WICKEY, Oliver M. | SMSgt | 2006 | 292X1 asgn Roswell NM (1947), Bremerhaven, Darmstadt, Korea, Shemya, Goodfellow | |
| WIDEMAN, Rudolph V. | CMSgt | 1996 | Maint Supt Cmd Hq; Medina AB; Italy, et al | |
| WIGAND, John | Unk | 2012 | Comm Sqdn at USAFSS/HQ | |
| WIGGINS, Clyde H. | Unk | 1986 | Misawa 1961 | |
| WIGGINS, Edsel D. | Maj | 2004 | Early USAF C-47 pilot with time in USAFSS. One of Chicksands founders. | |
| WIITALA, ROBERT E. | Unk | 1988 | Misawa 54- | |
| Wilcher, John F. | TSgt | 2024 | War Period was Vietnam, Interred at Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery //U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Gravesite Locator// When I met Jeff “Turk” Wilcher — he came TDY to Rhein-Main in conjunction with the Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia on 21 August 1968. My records indicate that Jeff Wilcher’s name was John Wilcher, but he was “Jeff” Wilcher to his AF friends. Soon after the conclusion of that TDY — daily missions for 45 days monitoring the outcome of the Warsaw Pact Czech Invasion — Jeff Wilcher concluded a 14-year USAFSS airborne recon career, converting credits towards an AF retirement towards federal service (completing his Russian linguist career as a civilian (GS-rating) with NSA. | |
| WILCOX, Francis Rowe | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1958-11) Date Uncertain | |
| WILCZEK, Edward W. | A1C | 1993 | Misawa 1954 | |
| WILDES, Gordon W. | Col | 1994 | SS Ol'Timer from 50's; Dep Cmdr Cmd; ESR; Hq AFIC; a true GI's officer | |
| Wilhelm, Robert B. "Bob" | Sgt | 2025 | Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1970 and attained the rank of Sergeant during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the American Legion, VFW, and VFW Honor Guard, the Smoky Hill Trail Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia Brotherhood, and the Distinguished Flying Cross Society. As an author he wrote for various newsletters and published a historical fiction book series titled, “Tales of the Sergeant Major” by Bob Wilhelm. | |
| WILHELMSON, Kenneth F. | MSgt | 2007 | AMT asgn USAFSS | |
| WILHITE, Duane, Sr. | SMSgt | 2015 | Lifetime FTVA | |
| WILHITE, Stephen E. | Unk | 2016 | Russian linguist; DLI instructor | |
| WILKERSON, RONALD J. | Unk | 2008 | 292x2 Misawa 70- | |
| Wilkes, Chester Peyton Jr. | 2021 | Chester enlisted in the Navy in 1944 and was stationed in Chicago before going to the South Pacific aboard the USS Baltimore. He was stationed in Japan shortly after the war ended. In 1946, he entered the University of Texas at Austin on G.I. bill and received a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, achieving membership in the Tau Beta Pi and Eta Kappa Nu honor societies, and later becoming a registered professional engineer. Chester took a position with the US Air Force Electronic Security Command in 1950 and retired in 1985. | ||
| WILKIE, Carl J. | SSgt | 2000 | SS Ol'Timer, Brooks AFB 202XX, asgd: 2nd RSM, Darmstadt, Ger 1952-55. | |
| WILKINSON, Franklin D. | Unk | 1984 | more info please | |
| Wilkinson, Gary A. | Sgt | 2022 | He enlisted in the USAF after graduating from Ball State in 1984. He served as a Mandarin Linguist and received the distinct honor to attend the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California where he would meet his Wife, Teresa [m. 1986-92]. Gary and his wife would graduate together and go on to serve at Lackland Air Force base in Texas, and then to the Kunia Field Station in Hawaii. He served for five years | |
| WILKINSON, Joseph L. II | Unk | 2004 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1952-11 | |
| WILKINSON, Larry | MSgt | 2013 | Russian and German Linguist - Hof, Germany | |
| WILLEMS, Willard (Bill) | Sgt | 2013 | 203, Russian at Indiana U., Kelly AFB, Goodfellow AFB | |
| WILLEY, Carl F. | CWO4 | 1997 | SS Ol'Timer, Opns Supv, 6989th RSM, 6924th/Danang, et al | |
| WILLIAMS, Art | GS-12 | 2012 | Engineer, Civ-USAFSS, ESD Ground Electronics 1950-1970, specialized in radio and panoramic rcvrs, Ground Systems Engineering Directorate | |
| WILLIAMS, Arward C. "AC" | Civ | 2006 | ACRP/ASRP system engineer on RB-50, C-130, RC-135 | |
| Williams, David A. | GS14 | 2025 | He served his country as a Russian Linguist in the United States Air Force Security Service. | |
| WILLIAMS, Donald H. | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-04) | |
| WILLIAMS, George Franklin Jr. | TSgt | 2015 | 202 - Charlie Flight, 6918 RSM/SS Hakata, Japan - England, Korea, Greece, San Angelo, and San Antonio | |
| WILLIAMS, George S. | Unk | 1999 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| WILLIAMS, Kenneth V. | GS | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer from Capt in US Navy WWII era; well known; highly regarded | |
| WILLIAMS, Leon | CMSgt | 2004 | In charge of Supply @ Hof AS, Germany | |
| Williams, Lionel G. | Maj | 2021 | When he was 17 years old, he joined the armed forces and landed in the Air Force in 1954. He began his military career as an enlisted officer and within 6 years was sent to officer training school. In March 1969, Captain Williams was part of the 553rd Reconnaissance Wing activated at Otis AFB, Mass., prior to his permanent change of station to Tokyo, Japan in 1969. He was stationed at Yokota Air Base, Japan from 1969 to 1972 as part of the 556th Reconnaissance Squadron. Captain Williams flew 56 combat missions while on temporary duty in Vietnam. Major (ret) Williams primary specialty number and title was R205070 Electronic Intelligence Operations Technician. He earned an Air Medal from Hq USAFSS [United States Air Force Security Service] (June 7, 1972). | |
| WILLIAMS, Melva E. | Unk | 1993 | Need info please | |
| WILLIAMS, Noah W. | CMSgt | 1996 | 20290, SS fm '50; Alaska, Greece, Japan, et al | |
| WILLIAMS, Patrick J. | Unk | 2011 | AMT | |
| WILLIAMS, Richard A. "Dick" | Unk | 2009 | 203 Chinese IFEL grad; asgn Onna Pt 55-57, Yokota 57-58; Chinese college prof | |
| WILLIAMS, Richard E. | Col | 2009 | Asgn Hq USAFSS | |
| WILLIAMS, Richard Laverne | Unk | 2019 | Chinese linguist IFEL 1957-09 | |
| WILLIAMS, Robert L. | SMSgt | 1993 | Personnel, Cmd Hq, 6970, ESR, Korea | |
| WILLIAMS, Smith E. III | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1962-01) | |
| WILLIAMS, Thaddeus E. (Thad) | Unk | 2011 | USAFSS and AFCD | |
| WILLIAMS, Wallace M. Jr. | Unk | 2005 | Asgn Misawa 1970-72 | |
| WILLIAMSON, William P. | Col | 1997 | Cmd Staff | |
| Willis III, Bud, Sgt, W. | Sgt | 2021 | Bud served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a graduate of the Defense Language Institute and was a Korean linguist. He attained the rank of sergeant and was honorably discharged in 1972. | |
| WILLIS, Robert Allen | Unk | 2017 | Amarillo, San Angelo, San Antonio; Germany and South Korea; USAFSS | |
| WILLIS, Sidney A. | Maj | 2008 | B17 gunner WWII; Korean linguist; early unit CO of Skivvy Nine in Korea | |
| WILLMAN, Gary S. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-01) | |
| Willmeth, Janice Hazel, USAFSS | 2022 | Janice enlisted in the USAF in 1972 and served as a communications specialist in the Air Force Security Service until her honorable discharge from the Air Force in 1975. Her Air Force assignments included a tour at RAF Bentwaters, Suffolk, England. While assigned to Headquarters United States Air Force Security Service in San Antonio, Texas | ||
| WILNER, Charles T. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WILSON, Charles "Charlie" | CMSgt | 2010 | Hq USAFSS Stan/Eval | |
| WILSON, Clarence Arthur “Art†| SSgt | 2002 | R304X4; 6924SS Da Nang 1970. | |
| WILSON, Cleve | Lt Col | 1993 | Bulgarian linguist; became a JAG | |
| WILSON, DAVID L. | SSgt | 2005 | 292x2 Misawa 70- | |
| WILSON, Ernest L. "Ernie" | SMSgt | 2003 | Premier AMS/analyst; 203-MA asgn Yokota, Eielson, Offutt; Ops Supt @ Key West | |
| WILSON, Everett F. "Willie" | CMSgt | 2007 | Last asgn as Maint Supt 6949th ESS/Offutt | |
| WILSON, Harry A. | Col | 2002 | Member of original cadre that established USAFSS; 6921st/CC; USAFSS/LG | |
| WILSON, Herbert D. | SSgt | 1969 | ACRP; Russian linguist, lost on mission ?? | |
| WILSON, Irl D. | Lt Col | 1991 | Commander 6960 Support Sq 1954 | |
| WILSON, James H. | Unk | 2012 | AFSC - 73294 - need more info please | |
| WILSON, Jerrold "Jerry" | TSgt | 2008 | Ground radio; asgn Darmstadt, Augsburg | |
| Wilson, Jon V. | TSgt | 2024 | He joined the United States Air Force and proudly served in the newly implemented Electronic Security Command for 20 years. His military career took him to over 40 stateside military bases and to foreign countries like Korea, Philippines, Turkey, and Japan. His proudest moments included being on the team that took orders from United States Attorney General Robert Kennedy and maintaining military communication during hazardous events. Jon retired from his military career at Elmendorf AFB, Alaska. | |
| WILSON, Joseph B. "Little Juice" | unk | 2002 | 292 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - Charlie Flt - 1963-65 | |
| Wilson, Robert, Lee | 2021 | Robert had a Bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland, and a Master's of Science of Strategic Intelligence degree from the Defense Intelligence College. One of his most profound moments in life was his time spent on the USS Liberty especially June 8th 1967. Robert served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Prior to retiring in the early 2000s, he was a long-tenured employee of the National Security Agency. | ||
| WILSON, Russell G. | Unk | 19?? | SS ACRP linguist @ Rhein-Main 1957-59, et al | |
| Wilson, Stephen D. | 2020 | He served in the USAF at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1953-56 on "A" Flight. According to William Hadley, "I wish to offer my deepest condolences to Steve's family. I served with him in the Air Force for three years in Germany. He was my roommate and my best friend. I am pleased to learn, and certainly not surprised, that his life was so productive and successful. It couldn't happen to a finer person. You were blessed to be a part of his family." | ||
| WINBURN, JACK L. | A2c | 2000 | Asgn Misawa 65- | |
| WINDSOR, Hugh M. | A1C | 2013 | 6910th SS, Germany 1950-54 | |
| WINDSOR, John R. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-09) | |
| WINEGARD, Gordon "Al" | TSgt | 2009 | RFP Tech; photographer; asgn Shaw, Langley, Cam Ranh Bay, Bitburg, Tinker | |
| WINEINGER, Wesley "Wes" | CWO | 198? | ASA to found AFSS 1950 along w/Maj John P. Shean; Comm Spec; HOH 1983 | |
| WINEINGER, WESLEY G. | CWO | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 64- | |
| WING, Fred | Unk | 2010 | Asgn 1st RSM/Wakkanai 1952-54 | |
| WINGARD, Norman R. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-10, 1956-10) | |
| WINGENROTH, Lee | Unk | 2005 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1957-01, 1959-07) | |
| WINGFIELD, Donald "Don" | Unk | 2009 | Asgn Turkey (KDCI) 1969-72 | |
| WINGO, Debra | unk | 2012 | Chi-Ling, Kunia Hawaii | |
| WINSTON, Samuel Jr. | SSgt | 2003 | Asgn Misawa 1970s | |
| WINTER, Charles III | unk | 2011 | 6937th Comm. Group, Peshawar, Pakistan Sep 67, Dec 68 as 203xx Able Flight | |
| WINTER, David | CMSgt | 1986 | 292 @ Misawa & HQ USAFSS | |
| WINTER, Donald H. | SSgt | 19?? | SS Ol'Timer; Brooks AFB; 6913 RSM, et al | |
| WINTER, Paul C. | Unk | 2003 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| WINTER, Peter M. | A2C | 2010 | 202X - Misawa 1956 | |
| WINTERMAN, Jerome F. | Unk | 1984 | 202X - Misawa 1955 | |
| WINTERSOLE, Lloyd | Col | 1986 | Cmd Staff | |
| WINTHER, Don L. | A1C | 2009 | Misawa 1957 | |
| WIRTZ, Joseph N. | Unk | 2011 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| WISE, James C. | SSgt | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-04,1958-11) Korea, Taiwan | |
| WISE, Luther Lyle | unk | 2016 | USAF 1951-54 - 41st Radio Squadron, Mobile (RSM), Brooks AFB TX, Bremerhaven GE, PA National Guard - Deployed to Desert Storm | |
| WISELEY, Jack | CMSgt | 2002 | Ret after 29 years | |
| WISELY, Coleen "Pribil" | GS | 2009 | Need info pls | |
| Wiseman, Martin R. | 2020 | He served with the U.S. Air Force with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1953-56 on "A" Flight. | ||
| WISHNEFSKY, Leonard | A2C | 1998 | 203X - Misawa 64-65 | |
| WITERSKI, John P. | CMSgt | 1997 | Russian linguist asgn 41st RSM in early 50s | |
| WITHOFF, Perry | CWO | 1990 | Personnel expert, SS Ol'Timer from ASA in '50 | |
| WITT, Bobby J. | Unk | 2017 | Misawa, 6994th | |
| Wittenberg, Gerald Lee | 2025 | In December of 1961, Jerry joined the United States Air Force, enlisting in the electronics field where He learned Morse Code. In the fall of 1962, He was assigned to a communications base in Peshawar, Pakistan spending 15 months there listening to the Russians as a Morse Code Intercept Operator. After his return back to the United States he was stationed at Forbes AFB in Topeka, Kansas. In 1964, while still in Topeka, he met Maxine Morgan, who was a Kansas City, Kansas Bethany Hospital Nursing Student. completing a 3-month rotation also in Topeka. After Jerry’s Honorable Discharge from the Air Force in 1965, he returned to Kansas City. | ||
| Wittenberg, William A. | MSgt | 2020 | He entered the USAF, serving during the Vietnam War. Bill was the recipient of many medals, including the Meritorious Service Medal, and the Joint Service and Air Force Commendation Medals with one Oak Leaf Cluster. He was in the Air Force for 26 years, retiring at the rank of Master Sgt. Bill received his Master's Degree from the University of South Alabama. According to Randall Robinson, 'BJ will be sorely missed by his AF Brothers and friends...Our paths crossed a couple of times in USAF Security Service, and I'll always remember his wit and humor, while also being the consummate professional. RIP old friend! "Curly".' According to Keith Favis, "My sincerest sympathies and condolences to Williams family and friends. It was a joy to work with William in the 1980’s in Crete, Greece and to have visited with him last year during our military reunion in San Antonio. He will be missed." According to Clark Robinson, "An iconic 202 and Dawgie. I'll miss our online chats Witt!" According to Theresa Cullen, "William Wittenberg was a 207X1. Assignments include 6987th SG, Shulinkou AS, Taiwan, 1971-72. And 6913th ESS (Mobile), Augsburg, Germany possibly 1980-1982." | |
| WITTER, Ronald G. | Major | 2011 | Prior Enlisted Russian linguist, Commissioned in '72, 6916 SSM, Rhein Main, DaNang, Kadena, 6947th SSM, MacDill, 6949th, 6990th, SAC IN, 23 years USAF service | |
| WOEPPEL, Lewis "Lou" | CMSgt | 2003 | 2nd RSM vet; Key player implementing data automation at Hq USAFSS; Budget exp | |
| WOJTOWICZ, Frank C. | SMSgt | 2003 | W202X0; 32 years including WWII, Korea, Vietnam; USAFSS Ol' Timer | |
| WOLDER, Harold L. | CMSgt | 2016 | 1st Shirt, 6916th Rhein Main | |
| WOLF, Cecil B. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WOLF, David B. | MSgt | 2019 | 292X1 Misawa, multiple locations | |
| WOLFE, Henry D. “Hank†| TSgt | 1993 | 6924SS Da Nang 66. | |
| WOLFGANG, William L. | MSgt | 2002 | 2nd RSM Vet. Also asgn Ashiya. | |
| WOLINSKY, Ivan L. "Lee" | LCol | 1996 | HoH member; ACRP,ARDF; Ops Off @ 6990th. | |
| WOLTANSKI, Thadeus L. | Col | 1982 | Asgn 29th RSM, Brooks AFB in early 50s; Commander | |
| WOMACK, Robert Wayne | CMSgt | 2017 | Russian linguist; Japan, Germany, Vietnam, Texas | |
| WONDERS, Donald F. | TSgt | 1969 | @ Eielson; killed aboard RC135 RIVET AMBER lost in Bearing Sea Crash | |
| WOOD, Carl E. | CMSgt | 2006 | 1st Sgt/Ops Supt Danang 1965-66, also 6981st/Elmendorf | |
| WOOD, Carl L. | CMSgt | 2019 | Airborne linguist; possibly survivor of 1979 Shemya crash | |
| WOOD, Darrell "Woody" | MSgt | 2009 | Asgn Misawa | |
| WOOD, Dennis C. | Unk | 2016 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1955-07) | |
| WOOD, Dennis T. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| WOOD, Donald H. | Unk | 2004 | 304X4 asgn Misawa 1960-62, USAFSS during Berlin Airlift, Korea, Vietnam | |
| WOOD, George L. "Woody" | SMSgt | 1999 | SS Ol'Timer 29290, ETO, Japan, PSR, Cmd Hq, Darmstadt, Key West. | |
| WOOD, Harry V. | Unk | 1995 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| WOOD, Hayward A. "Jack" | Sgt | 2010 | 292X1 asgn Able Trick 2nd RSM/12th RSM 1951-52 | |
| WOOD, Joseph Henry III | Unk | 2006 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Vietnam Vet | |
| WOODALL, William H. | MSgt | 1999 | 304X - Misawa 1964 | |
| WOODARD, Roger C. Jr. | Unk | 1993 | Asgn Misawa 1970-72 | |
| WOODBURY, Elmer "Gene" | Capt | 2001 | USAFSS Career @ Peshawar/Darmstadt/Hq USAFSS/Yokota/Wiesbaden. | |
| WOODING, Mark Bryan Jr. | MSgt | 1992 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-08) 6987th, Taiwan. | |
| WOODS, Bobby H. | Unk | 1997 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| Woods, Ernest R. | CMSgt | 2023 | He served for 24 years. Following information provided by Thomas Nurre: Woody and I became aircrew members together, and then friends, and then buddies, and then life-long family cohorts. I will miss him, his smile, his wry humor, and his patriotism. I will never forget him or his famous words to me on the NKP flightline during a Laos ARDF mission preflight check..."Get the tug!" Following information provided by Dave Bethard: He served at the 6918th twice. | |
| WOODS, Glenn R. | Unk | Unk | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-11) | |
| WOODS, Major K. | Unk | 2018 | Mildenhall airborne linguist | |
| WOODS, Ronald E. | Unk | 2017 | Tempelhof, Germany linguist | |
| WOOLARD, John D. | Unk | 1996 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| Woolbert, James A. | MSgt | 2022 | Assignments included Misawa from 1965 to 1967, Ramasun, San Angelo. and San Antonio. | |
| WOOTEN, Elbert S. "Sam" | CMSgt | 2009 | USAFSS data proc; asgn Zweibrucken, Vailingen, Clark, Turkey, Andrews, Kelly | |
| WOOTEN, Samuel L. Jr. | unk | 1991 | 702, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1962-64 | |
| WORLEY, Boyd C. Jr. | SSgt | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1963-07) Former 202. Onna Point and Taiwan. Later US Customs officer. | |
| WORSHEK, Robert H. | Unk | 2015 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1961-04) | |
| Worth, David T. | 2023 | The Air Force discovered David’s aptitude for foreign languages and sent him to Yale to study the Chinese Language (he graduated top in the class), then posted him to Japan. These experiences changed the course of David’s life, leading him to choose a career that would take him overseas. He wasn’t one to say no to new experiences or challenges. After returning to the US from Japan, David attended Indiana University at Bloomington where he received his master’s degree in Far Eastern Languages (Chinese and Mongolian). Shortly afterward he joined the Department of State, which appreciated David’s expertise in languages, and posted him to several Asian countries to include Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Malaysia. | ||
| WORTH, Walter James | Unk | 2013 | USAFSS, enlisted in Army Air Corp 1944 | |
| WORTHEN, Byron S. | Maj | 1980 | Asgn Misawa, 6989th 1958-62 | |
| WORTMAN, Joseph "Joe" | Col | 2013 | Ft. Meade, MD, Germany - European Security Region - 68-71, Turkey and HQ USAFSS | |
| WRAY, William L. "Sugar" | MSgt | 2016 | Airborne 207X1; Vietnam, Offutt, Osan; Pony Express Ops | |
| WRIGHT, Adolph | Col | 2010 | Commander, 6921st/Misawa; WWII pilot | |
| WRIGHT, Aubrey | TSgt | 2005 | Crypto maint; long time USAFSS vet; retired from Bldg 2000 | |
| WRIGHT, Glenn E. Jr. | Unk | 1988 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| WRIGHT, Howard | CMSgt | 2016 | Russian and Morse op; Keesler, Saudi Arabia; Eglin AFB, FL, MacDill AFB, Germany, Vietnam, Okinawa, and Plattsburg AFB | |
| WRIGHT, Jack | Unk | Unk | Asgn 6922nd/Philippines | |
| WRIGHT, James D. | Unk | 19?? | SS ACRP linguist @ Rhein-Main AB, Ger 1957-59, et al | |
| WRIGHT, Joel D. "J.D." | SMSgt | 2008 | 202X0 asgn Osan, Korea et al | |
| Wright, John D. | 2021 | John graduated from Jackson High School, Union City, Indiana in 1959. John served in the 6913th RSM of the US Air Force. He spent 3 years in Bremerhaven, Germany. | ||
| WRIGHT, John E. | SMSgt | 2009 | 292X1 asgn Goodfellow, Alaska, Japan | |
| WRIGHT, Louis "Lou" | MSgt | 2001 | Y292XX | |
| WRIGHT, Purl C. "Pop" | SMSgt | 1980 | SS fm '50; WWI; WWII; 1st RSM cadre, premier planner on Cmd Staff | |
| WRIGHT, William D. | MSgt | 19?? | AFSS from 60's, Communicator, Cmd Hq, 6925th, Clark AFB | |
| WUCHER, Jerome M. "Jerry" | Col | 2004 | Asgn Vietnam, Turkey, France, Taiwan and Germany | |
| Wujcik, Michael John | 2021 | He joined the USAF in 1963 and was sent to college at Kent State University and Syracuse University to study Russian linguistics. He completed his training at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, where he met and married his wife, Joyce Stewart. They were stationed in Italy for three years. He retired in 2010 after his wife, Joyce, passed away and became involved in a local Christian radio ministry. | ||
| WULF, Bobby | MSgt | 2017 | Linguist, Korea, Germany, San Antonio, and San Angelo | |
| WUTHRICH, James E. | CMS/GS | 2009 | Cryptanalyst/Mathematician asgn NSA, Germany, Okinawa, Korea, Japan, Vietnam | |
| WUWERT, Vince | Sgt | 2011 | 1965-68 Morse Code Op - RAF Chicksands and Ramasun Station, Thailand | |
| WYNN, Archie E. | Unk | 19?? | Asgn 2nd RSM during period 1949-1955. | |
| Yablonski, Edward A. | 2024 | He served in the U.S. Navy for four years. In 1958, he married Julia, the love of his life, and they set off on an exciting and adventurous life together. He worked for The U.S. Air Force Security Service, | ||
| YADLOSKY, Paul H. | TSgt | 1996 | Russian Linguist; Cmd Hq, duty ETO area mostly | |
| YANKE, Dennis F. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| YARBRO, Rex M. | MSgt | 2005 | Asgn Misawa | |
| YARBROUGH, James A. Jr. | unk | 2015 | more info needed | |
| YARBROUGH, Jerry D. | A2C | 1997 | Misawa 1959 | |
| YARGER, LeRoy D. | MSgt | 2008 | USAFSS Personnel in 1960s working 205XX assignments | |
| YARNELL, Leonard J. Jr. | unk | 1976 | 292x, Misawa 1964-67 | |
| YATES, William Lawrence | MSgt | 1995 | 292X1 w/USAFSS 21 years, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| Yawn, Gerald C. | MSgt | 2020 | Jerry retired after 23 years of service. He was as a Russian and German linguist supporting U.S. intelligence operations. He was mostly stationed in Germany, including two tours in Berlin, in addition to tours in England and Japan. | |
| Yearns, Kerald E. | 2023 | He served in the Air Force Security Service for four years, commencing in 1955. After Basic Training he received a crash course in Russian language before being stationed in Berlin, Germany. | ||
| YERGENSEN, Michael P. | Unk | 2010 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1960-10) | |
| YESNES, Ivan | Unk | 2007 | 292 asgn Misawa 1961-62 | |
| Yetto, Michael A. | 2020 | Michael enlisted in the US Air Force in 1970 and was honorably discharged in 1976. He was based in Italy and served as a Russian linguist. | ||
| YINGST, Glenn | Unk | 1996 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| Yoder, Samuel | 2023 | Denny served in the United States Air Force/NSA as a security analyst in Germany and Japan during the Vietnam War. He received a Presidential service citation for his role in identifying a new Russian aircraft. | ||
| YONKOVIG, JAMES V. | Sgt | 2009 | England and Misawa 202x T2 1967 - 1973 | |
| YORK, Edward J. | Col | 1984 | USAFSS CofS for LGen Coira 1965; 1 of Doolittle's Raiders; Olmos Park City Mgr | |
| YORK, Leo Lavurne | Lt Col | 2012 | WWII Vet, USAFSS Civilian | |
| YORK, William L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| YOSHIKAWA, Douglas Y. | SSgt | 2011 | 732X, Misawa 1960- | |
| YOUNG, Benjamin | Unk | 2018 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1951-07) | |
| YOUNG, Harold D. | Unk | 2017 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1964-07) | |
| YOUNG, Isaac V. | MSgt | 2005 | Morse controller asgn Elmendorf, Misawa | |
| YOUNG, Luther R. | CMSgt | 1996 | Career USAFSS. Asgnmts in Japan; Ops Supt in Turkey 1976/77 | |
| YOUNG, Robert "Bob" | Sgt | 2001 | 203 @ 6924th/Danang; Goodfellow | |
| Young, Robert O. | 2025 | He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1952 and served his tour of duty in Japan in the Air Force Security Service. He was honorably discharged in 1956. | ||
| YOUNGBLOOD, Alvis "Bud" | SMSgt | 2003 | Asgn 6987th/ShuLinKou, Hq Pac Scty Rgn, Vietnam | |
| YOUNGSON, Jim | Col | 2017 | USAFSS, ESC | |
| YOUNTS, Gordon | Sgt | 2012 | Personnel Clerk, 2nd RSM Herzo Base and 2nd RSM Darmstadt 1947-50 | |
| YULE, Lorne R. | unk | 2014 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1965-66 | |
| Zabel, Glen A. | TSgt | 2023 | In 1971, he joined the USAF, serving as an Arabic and Russian linguist and rose to the rank of Technical Sergeant before retiring in 1991. After retiring from the USAF, he served his country as a Civil Servant in the Department of Homeland Security at Ft. Meade, MD before retiring in 2019. Glen married Hazel, his wife of 49 years, on November 20, 1973. Glen and Hazel spent the early part of their marriage in Germany and Crete and then later moved to Maryland, where their son, Jeffrey Thomas Zabel was born and where they built their lives in Odenton. | |
| ZABIEGALSKI, Reginald J. | Unk | 2019 | More info needed | |
| ZACKER, Paul S. | SMSgt | 1991 | 6924SS Da Nang 66-67 | |
| ZAK, Joseph F. "Joe" | Unk | 2003 | Chinese 203; Yale in 1961 | |
| ZAKREZEWSKI, Richard | MSgt/GS | 1997 | Analyst Tech; .SS Ol'Timer; Old Crow; VFW Post 6012 | |
| ZAPICO, Lisa | Unk | Unk | Spanish linguist - Key West | |
| ZASLOW, Milton | GS | 2008 | Japanese/Chinese linguist; early NSA pioneer WWII, Korea, Vietnam; NSA Dep Dir | |
| ZAUTNER, Robert O. | Unk | 1986 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| ZAVISLAK, Paul | CMSgt | 2006 | 201 asgn Zweibrucken in early 60s then to NSA for several years | |
| ZBOREK, Ronald S. | unk | 1995 | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan - 1968 | |
| ZBORIK, Ron "Z" | Unk | 199? | Maintenance @ Yokota in 60s; 135Bs @ Omaha in 70s; Det2/E-Systems after retire | |
| ZEINS, Joe | Unk | 2013 | Need info please | |
| ZELNIS, Joeseph J. Jr. | UNK | 2013 | Misawa 67-71 | |
| ZERGA, James (Sam) | CMSgt | 2012 | 20290; Shulink'ou 1971-1974, Ft. Meade 1974-?, Okinawa 1980-1983; Also served as NSA civilian at Kunia, HI from approximately 1986 to 2007 | |
| Zerphey, Robert G. | MSgt | 2022 | He joined the Air Force and had lived in various places around the world, including Honsha, Japan, Riverside, CA, Ekenbach, Germany, Ft. Meade, MD, and Darmstadt, Germany. In addition to being in the Air Force, Robert worked for the NSA. | |
| ZHE, Dale R. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ZIBBE, Stanley P | Unk | 2012 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1956-01) | |
| ZICH, Arthur W. "Art" | Unk | 2012 | Chinese Linguist, Yale - Okinawa (USAFSS), Vietnam (War Correspondant) | |
| ZIEGLAR, Ronald D. | MSgt | 2014 | USAFSS Radio Traffic Analyst (202x0) from late 1950's - 1977, Yokota, Wakkanai, Viet Nam, Headquarters and retired at Offutt | |
| Ziel, Willard C. | 2021 | Bill enlisted in the USAF in 1956. He trained as a Cryptologic Language Analyst, eventually earning a BA in Russian and Eastern European Languages from the University of Syracuse. While studying there, Bill met the love of his life, Ann Clark. They were married on July 11, 1959 and were married for 60 years until Ann's death in September, 2019. Air Force life provided Bill and Ann with many adventures and opportunities to live in numerous places, including Texas, Oklahoma, Misawa, Japan and Berlin, Germany. Nearing his retirement from the Air Force, Bill decided to change his career from a Russian cryptologist to a recruiter for the Air Force in Madison, Wisconsin. | ||
| ZIELINS, Bert | MSgt | 2004 | Chief Clerk @ GAFB Printer School; Admin @ ESR (1960s), PSR (70s); 1st Sgt 6960 | |
| ZIEMBA, John F. | Unk | 2013 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1952-07) | |
| ZIMBLER, Clifford L. | Unk | 1993 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| ZIMMERMAN, Wallace L. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ZIMMERMAN, William B. | Unk | 1999 | Asgn 2nd RSM | |
| ZNOJ, Alex J. "Al" | Capt | 2019 | Chinese linguist, Yokota, Kadena; career spanned 1958 - 1980 | |
| ZOBEL, Rudolph D. "Rudy" | Lt Col | 2015 | AFSC - 803, 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata Japan, 1960-62 - Flight Commander | |
| Zoebisch, Dale L. | SSgt | 2022 | He served during the Vietnam War and was deservedly awarded an Air Medal. Dale L. Zoebisch is listed in “Our Losses” page from 6994th Security Squadron site https://6994th.com | |
| ZOKAITIS, Douglas | Unk | 2014 | Chinese linguist. (IFEL 1953-11) | |
| ZOLL, Harold G. "Hal" | Unk | 2008 | Finance asgn Misawa 1961-63 | |
| ZOLLAR, Lee K. | Unk | 2006 | 202X0 asgn Misawa 1963- | |
| ZONGILA, William S. | Unk | Unk | 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan | |
| ZORNES, John H. | A2C | 1991 | 202x, Misawa 1962 | |
| ZUMWALT, William B. | A1C | 2003 | Misawa, 1955 | |
| ZUPPA, James J. | unk | 2014 | 203 - 6918th RSM/SS, Hakata, Japan, Daze Flt - 1959-61 | |
| ZWICKERT, John Joseph Jr. | unk | 2012 | Morse intercept operator on "D" Flight at the 6913th RSM/SS from January 1961 until June 1964 |
