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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7292 rededicates MIA/POW memorial table mission in Vietnam from which they never returned.

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“I had the immense honor of participating in the memorial ceremony on Aug. 30, 2004, as the repatriated remains of Lt. Cmdr. Harry Mossman were finally buried at the Tahoma National Cemetery,” Loney said. “It took over 30 years before his family could say their goodbyes and quit wondering what had happened to Lt. Cmdr. Harry Mossman.”

“The moment we forget out history we repeat it,” said Myron Brundage, Sr. vice commander and organizer of the special event. “Everyone that goes overseas should come back.”

For this reason, Oak Harbor’s VFW post felt it important to rededicate its thoughts and efforts toward military and first responders who are MIA/POW. The simple, round table is a physical reminder of any serviceman or woman who has not yet come home. “We have to remember because we have been there,” said organizer said Myron Brundage, Sr. vice commander of the post and a Vietnam vet. By JANIS REID

For those gathered at the Oak Harbor Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7392 Friday, Sept. 20 it was all about remembering. “We remember those who gave their lives in service to our nation and to protect the freedoms we enjoy today,” said NAS Whidbey Command Chaplain Lt. Tim Loney, who spoke at the event. “Let us not forget their sacrifice.” The rare rededication ceremony to the post’s POW/MIA memorial table brought a a tear to the eye of more than one veteran. Forty-one years to the date of the event, Sept. 20, Lt. Cmdrs. Harry Mossman and Roderick Lester of Oak Harbor launched from the deck of the USS Kitty Hawk to fulfill and

Post Cmdr. Cecil Pierce said the VFW normally has a small ceremony, but that this year’s was planned to be “up a notch” as a unique experience for local veterans. “It’s a first for the post as far as I know,” Pierce said. Unlike previous years the post is rededicating each symbolic item on the table and adding a few new elements to the event. Like previous years, the event also remembered one of their own, Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, who has been a prisoner of war since June 30, 2009, when he was captured in Afghanistan by members of the Haqqani network. However the location of the table was changed, a “quarter deck” style red carpet was rolled out, a bell-ringing ceremony was added and the items included on the table were brought in

While each branch of the service has its own unique interpretation of the table’s symbols, they are all essentially the same, providing small remembrances of the country’s prisoners of war and missing in action servicemen and women, Brundage said. The table is set for one, symbolizing a prisoner’s solitude. The tablecloth is white for the purity of their service. The single red rose calls to mind the families awaiting the return of their loved one. The candle is lit symbolizing the unconquerable spirit. Lemon and salt are on the plate reminding of their bitter fate and the salt of their families’ tears. The glass is inverted because they cannot toast, and the chair is empty because they are not here. Two members of the state Honor Guard assisted with the ceremony, Keith Waldridge and Darrell Small, along with the Patriot Guard Riders who provided a flag line, with flags courtesy of the Oak Harbor Lion’s Club. “People who are killed in action, and POW and MIA … how can you better define your love for your country?” Brundage said. The ceremony also featured a “missing man” hat ceremony with six places set for each branch of the military and civilian first responders. When asked why he believes remembering is so important, Brundage fought back a tear and said, “How can you not?”

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Never forget A rare re-dedication ceremony to Oak Harbor VFW post’s POW/MIA memorial table brought a tear to the eye of more than one veteran.

SUITING UP FOR VETERANS DAY Organizers of the second annual Veterans Day Parade seek entries and volunteers.

The Wounded Warrior Project holds a Survivor Ride on Central Whidbey Island starting at Fort Casey.

Oak Harbor hosts an annual Military Appreciation Picnic at Windjammer Park.

Patriot Day

Whidbey Island Naval Air Station holds a remembrance ceremony marking the anniversary of Sept. 11, now known as Patriot Day.

New chiefs Seventy-five sailors stationed at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station assumed the duties and responsibilities of a chief petty officer at a pinning ceremony Sept. 13.

Whatever side of the debate you fall on, it is my hope that we, as a community, will never lose sight of the reality of having an active and successful military presence. I hope the remembrance Janis Reid of the fallen, of those missing in action, of those first responders who died saving lives, will bring us some perspective. It is also my hope that this perspective will inform our public comment and the way we treat each other, which should be always as a single community of grateful Americans.

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This month has been a month of remembrance and thanks. I’ve had the pleasure of attending a number of events this last month that remind us of sacrifices made, lives lost and history that shouldn’t be forgotten. At the Patriot Day ceremony, we remembered those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and last year’s attack on a U.S. diplomat. At the POW/MIA rededication ceremony, I observed the need for the fortunate survivors and all Americans to remember those who have never made it home. On a brighter note, I observed a community giving thanks to the local military community with an annual picnic, providing free food, music and camaraderie. This year has been one of divisiveness where the Navy’s presence here, and the operations it performs, have taken center stage.

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Oak Harbor suits up for its second annual Veterans Day Parade Nov. 9 By JANIS REID Organizers of the second annual Veteran’s Day Parade are still seeking volunteers to carry flags and help with the setup. The event will be held 2 p.m. Nov. 9 and is estimated to last 45 minutes. The parade is the brainchild of local veteran Terry Lacey, who attended a similar event, and decided Oak Harbor should have one.

“In 2011, I participated in the Burlington Veterans Day Parade and immediately asked ‘why don’t we have a veterans day parade’ in Oak Harbor and no one seemed to have an answer other than ‘the weather in November,’” Lacey said. “Our veterans did not stop protecting our freedom because of the weather so why not celebrate Veterans Day to remember all veterans who have served, are serving or retired regardless of the weather conditions?” Parade route will run west from Midway Boulevard and Pioneer Way to Highway 20 ending in front of Ace Hardware. Veteran’s Day Parade participation is limited to veteran groups or special invitation groups such as bands, ROTC or other groups as agreed by the Veterans Day Event Committee Staff. Places in the parade will be assigned on the day of the parade.

Participants marched in the rain during last year’s first annual Veteran’s Day Parade in Oak Harbor carrying more than 50 fallen hero banners, which will be featured in this year’s parade as well.

Similar to last year, the parade will include approximately 50 fallen hero banners featuring the name and face of a local fallen serviceman or woman.

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World War II. She is so pleased to have been selected to be the 2013 Grand Marshal of Oak Harbor’s Veteran’s Day Parade,” said her daughter Deborah Dinger. “She will once again, don her uniform with great pride.”

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early 50 veterans rode bicycles throughout Whidbey Island to build camaraderie and promote better health.

The Soldiers Ride, which is organized by the Wounded Warrior Project, gathered 45 veterans of various riding abilities at Fort Casey State Park Sept. 20 for the 18-mile ride. After a quick warm-up, riders enjoyed seeing pristine views of the prairies and farms that are contained within Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve. They also enjoyed a ride along the shore-

line at Ebey’s Landing and rode through historic Coupeville during their adventure that lasted for several hours on a crisp, cool, sunny morning. They ended their ride at Keystone Harbor located next to Fort Casey. The Central Whidbey tour was the first of a two-day stop for the Soldiers Ride. Shana Gibbs, event manager for the Wounded Warrior project, cited several benefits for the veterans who participate in the rides. The ride helps promote the physical health of the wounded veterans participating in the ride. Because the entourage travels as fast as the slowest rider of the group, it provides a way for participants to support one another. “Riders really engage with each other and cheer each other on,” Gibbs said. The participants were escorted by

two police officers on bicycles and another in a car through the route. Estavan Rojas traveled from Greenfield, Calif. to participate in the Seattle Soldiers Ride that included the visit to Whidbey. The weekend event marked the second Soldiers Ride he’s participated in. Rojas was a Marine from 20012005 who served in the infantry during the Iraq War. He was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. He said the rides have helped him deal with the disorder and resolve the anxiety, isolation and depression he endured. He learned about the Soldier Ride during his treatment and traveled to San Diego last February to participate in his first ride. Rojas added the rides build a spirit of camaraderie among the participants and he’s surprised that he’s encountered other members from his

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Oak Harbor shows support with annual picnic Military Appreciation Picnic brings together Navy and civilians By JANIS REID Oak Harbor hosted its 13th annual Military Appreciation Picnic Sept. 7, although a little morning rain seemed to dampen the event’s usual turnout.

Still, the event saw steady traffic from area military families and residents who enjoyed free hot dogs from 7-Eleven, free frozen yogurt from Toppins and many other donations of time and products from Coupeville and Oak Harbor businesses and individuals. Capt. Mike Nortier, commanding officer at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, expressed gratitude from the Naval community Monday for the ongoing support and partnership of Oak Harbor. “The picnic is one small token of the community support,” Nortier said. “Oak Harbor and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island enjoy an enduring sense of community partnership, which can be seen daily across the city from support in the Oak Harbor School system for military families and deployments, to the dramatic outpouring of support from the community following the loss of three crewmembers in March, to sailors and their families volunteering and supporting charities and civic events throughout the year.” Nortier stressed the need for the island to continue to think and operate as a team. “Team Whidbey is not just a motto, but a spirit that we all live and breathe, whether military or civilian,” Nortier said. “On behalf of a grateful Navy, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island and all of our sailors and their families, I would like to thank the community for the military appreciation picnic.” The event is put on by the Navy league each year to bring

the community together and remind them that Oak Harbor is not two communities, but one, said Oak Harbor Navy League President Jim Slowik. Slowik, who helped plan the event, said that the weather “slowed picnic goers” but the skies opened up just in time for a great event run by more than 100 volunteers. “It’s important in a lot of ways,” Slowik said. “It’s the glue that fills between the spaces. This community is truly a combined community of Navy and civilian. The picnic is a good way to show that.” Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kathy Reed said the community response to the event was “fantastic.” Reed said there were plenty of food left over to go to the North Whidbey Help House, and water will be kept for future charitable organizations.

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Oak Harbor held its annual military appreciation picnic in September at Windjammer Park, providing free food, drinks, dessert and music through community donations. Despite early sprinkling and clouds, the afternoon cleared up and provided a perfect backdrop to the day’s festivities.

Toppins Frozen Yogurt donated more than $1,200 worth of yogurt to the event, Reed said. “Attendance was down due to the morning weather, but overall the event was well attended,” Reed said. “Everyone had a great time, food was delicious and we couldn’t have asked for a better day. We wanted to let the military know how important they are to us.” In efforts to involve Coupeville residents in the picnic, Shelli Trumball of Cascade Insurance took charge to acquire beverages for the event including water, juice boxes and soda. The Town of Coupeville has taken some flak in recent months after a Coupevillearea citizens group filed a lawsuit against the Navy protesting the jet noise at Outlying

Above: Attendees of the military appreciation expressed their thanks in many ways including signage, donations and volunteered time. Right: The Oak Harbor Fire Department hoisted Old Glory at the military appreciation picnic in September. Field Coupeville.

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“Not everyone in Coupeville is against the military or OLF,” Trumball said. “This is our way of showing our support.”

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New chief petty officers presented anchors By JANIS REID

Seventy-five sailors stationed at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station assumed the duties and responsibities of a chief petty officer at a pinning ceremony Sept. 13. The 75 NAS Whidbey chiefs were among more than 200 sailors stationed in the Pacific Northwest participating in similar pinning ceremonies on or in the surrounding communities of Naval Base Kitsap and Naval Station Everett, honoring a 120-year naval tradition of the chief petty officer. “It’s all about brotherhood,” said Senior Chief Electricians Mate Rowell Ducay, Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center, Puget Sound. “The main thing of being a chief is that we are put here to make a difference for

our sailors.” Upon receiving news of their promotion in August, the new chiefs immediately starting participating in phase two of a process designed to prepare them for the duties and responsibilities of a CPO. “NBK and Navy Region Northwest have the CPO 365 training down. They really taught all of us a great deal during this process,” said Chief Legalman Dana Martinez, Region Legal Service Office. Throughout phase two, new chiefs were mentored by current chiefs and learned lessons in leadership and on naval history as well as the heritage of the CPO community. During this process they also participated in multiple community relations projects.

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During the ceremonies, the selects were pinned by family and friends, and received their chief combination cover from their chief sponsor. “It’s an awesome feeling. It’s an honor to a part of the chief’s mess, and to be finally recognized for all my hard work and all my sailor’s hard work,” said Chief Master at Arms Brennon McClure. Navy Region Northwest Command Master Chief Brian Schell ended the ceremony by reading the guiding principles to the new chiefs. “I am proud and very pleased to welcome these new chiefs into our chiefs mess,” said Schell. “I really want the new chiefs to know, embrace and live by the guiding principles that I just read and if they do that, they will be a great chief.”

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Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) Color Guard parades the colors at the chief petty officer (CPO) pinning ceremony at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI). NASWI placed anchors on 75 new CPOs.

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First responders remembered, honored at 9/11 memorial By JANIS REID The sound of jet noise behind Wednesday’s 9/11 Memorial seemed appropriate to Capt. Mike Nortier, commanding officer of Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. “That is the sound of young men and women preparing to defend their country,” Nortier said. This year marks the 12th anniversary of the 2001 attacks on the United States, a event that cost nearly 3,000 lives. Navy and civilian first-responders attended the Sept. 11 event to remember those who lost their lives. “Events such as today’s event, not only recognize the significance of that event, it also honors the victims of 9/11, their families, first responders and the men and women serving in or supporting our armed forces,” Nortier said. The event marked Patriot Day

and National Day of Service and Remembrance, usually shortened to simply ‘Patriot Day’ and was so named by the U.S. Congress on Oct. 25, 2001 in honor of the terrorist attacks. Sean Merrill, NAS Whidbey Island Fire Department battalion chief, who also spoke at the event, urged first responders to always “be prepared.” “Our job is to always be prepared, do our best and pass it on,” Merrill said. “Today we remember by gathering around the flag, reading some names and praying… but we should do that stuff everyday.” The ceremony included a moment of silence, the reading of the Firefighter’s Prayer and the traditional ringing of the bell. The prayer and bell ringing are two traditions of the fire service, which reflect respect and honor to those who

gave their lives to their duty. The ringing of the bell represents the end of the emergency and the return to quarters, and is usually three rings of the bell, three times. Nortier noted that Sept. 11 also marks the first anniversary of last year’s attack on a U.S. diplomatic mission at Benghazi, Libya. The attack killed four Americans, including U.S. Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, the first ambassador to lose his life in service to the country in more than 30 years, Nortier said. “Today is a day for remembering who we are as Americans, for our values, our strength and persistence in fighting our adversaries,” Nortier said. “We must always remember and honor those who lost their lives on 9/11, and commit ourselves to defend the freedoms enjoyed by all Americans.” Janis Reid photo

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Above: A ringing of the firefighter’s bell is part of the annual Patriot Day ceremony held at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. Below: Whidbey Island and Navy first responders joined with Capt. Mike Nortier in a moment of silence in memory of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

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Navy to hold public forums on P-8A squadrons By JANIS REID The Navy will hold a public forum in response to its announcement about the arrival of additional P-8A squadrons at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.

The meeting will help the Navy determine how the squadrons will be divided between NAS Whidbey and NAS Jacksonville, Fla. The open house will be held 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Oak Harbor High School’s Student Union Building. The meetings will be conducted in an open house format with informational displays and materials available for public review. There will be no formal presentations. Navy staff will be present to answer general questions on the proposed action and the EIS process. The public will be allowed to review the supplemental EIS to be attached to the original 2008 document which had determined that the squadrons would be rotated between three bases. Now the Navy is considering two alternatives, which will translate to six or seven squadrons home-basing at NAS Whidbey. File photo

The Navy is looking at bringing additional P-8A squadrons to Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.

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Happy birthday Capt. Mike Nortier, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island commanding officer, celebrates the PBY Memorial Foundation’s 15th birthday on Sept. 24, 2013, while attending as guest speaker during its monthly luncheon at the Chief Petty Officers’ Club. Win and Donna Stites, founding members of the foundation, are also seen cutting the cake as guests of honor. Stites served here at the air station in 1945 flying aboard Catalinas in 1945. The PBY Memorial Foundation, established Sept. 22, 1998, is dedicated to the preservation of naval aviation history, the PBY Catalina and the Seaplane Base at Oak Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo)

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Adm. Jonathan Greenert, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), conducts a mass re-enlistment of 22 sailors Sept. 24, 2013, during a stop to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island while visiting Navy Region Northwest. Hundreds of sailors and federal civilian employees filled Hangar 6 to hear the CNO speak on a variety of topics including sequestration, suicide prevention and looking out for each other to stop sexual assaults. (U.S. Navy photo)

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