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AROUND NSA SOUDA BAY
Awards Ceremony 2nd Quarter 2021
Photos by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs
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During an April 29 ceremony in front of Building 1, Navy Capt. Rafael Facundo, NSA Souda Bay’s commanding officer, recognized Team Souda’s Sailors and civilians for their outstanding achievements.
Blue Jacket of the Quarter
Master-at-Arms Seaman Alexandrya Phillips (not pictured)
Junior Sailor of the Quarter
Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Kyle Kaniper
Sailor of the Quarter
Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Brandon Patton-Jones
Senior Sailor of the Quarter
Master-at-Arms 1st Class Michael De Carli
Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals
Master-at-Arms 1st Class Luis Reynosoluna Master-at-Arms Seaman Connor Horton
Certified Navy Emergency Manager
Mike Tyburski
Junior Sailor of the Quarter Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Kyle Kaniper
Kaniper, a native of Milton, Fla., has been in the Navy for 4 years and at NSA Souda Bay for 6 months.
Kaniper is part of the Security Department where he checks identification at the gate, and performs roves around the base to keep Team Souda safe.
His advice for aspiring Sailors: “Broaden your horizons. Always pursue perfection and look to obtain knowledge within your rate, but branch out and find ways to become a more complete Sailor as well. Volunteering, being involved within your command and taking educational courses are a few examples of things you can do to elevate yourself as a well-rounded Sailor.”
Sailor of the Quarter Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Brandon Patton-Jones
Patton-Jones, a native of Franklin, Tenn., has been in the Navy for 13 years and 8 months and at NSA Souda Bay for 8 months.
Patton-Jones is part of the Air Operations Department where he is the leading petty officer for the Transient Line, making sure aircraft receive necessary equipment during their time here. He also makes sure the flight line stays free of foreign object damage.
His advice for aspiring Sailors: “Have a great mentor who can show you how to perform at the next level.”
Senior Sailor of the Quarter Master-at-Arms 1st Class Michael De Carli
De Carli, a native of Evansville, Ind., has been in the Navy for 9 years and at NSA Souda Bay for 7 months.
De Carli is the Security Department’s kennel master and military working dog division leading petty officer, managing the explosive detection, drug detection and deployment training programs.
His advice for aspiring Sailors: “Do not put off tasks, and focus on your Sailors before focusing on yourself.”
2020 Sailors of the Year Receive Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals
Master-at-Arms Seaman Connor Horton 2020 Blue Jacket of the Year
Master-at-Arms 1st Class Luis Reynosoluna 2020 Sailor of the Year
Tyburski Earns Certified Navy Emergency Manager
Mike Tyburski, originally from Charlotte, N.C., has been working for the civil service for 10 years and at NSA Souda Bay since December 2020. He was previously at NSA Souda Bay from September 2014 to October 2018.
Tyburski, Emergency Operations Center/Emergency Dispatch Center Manager, said it took him 4 years to become a Certified Navy Emergency Manager.
“This certification has taken a lot of time and energy,” said Tyburski. “To even receive the Cert., you must be in an emergency management position for at least 3 years, complete 3-4 semesters worth of distance courses, as well as attend the Commander, Navy Installations Command Emergency Manager course at the Washington Naval Yard.”
He said his job includes preparing for, mitigating, responding and recovering from all hazards. He also facilitates the Incident Management Team from the start to the end of an emergency, such as if we have a natural disaster, protest or active shooter incident on base.
Naval Hospital Sigonella CO Recognizes Team Souda's Medical Staff
Photos by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs
Navy Capt. Denise Gechas, commanding officer, U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, recognized members of the Branch Health Clinic for their outstanding work performed during the Covid-19 pandemic in a ceremony at the Chapel during her visit May 10.
Lt. Cmdr. Jackie Kessler, outgoing clinic manager Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
Anna Farley, medical liaison Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal
Irene Petraki, medical support assistant - Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal
Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Caleb Newbill (above), Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Zach McBride (below), and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Gregg Kent (below) receive challenge coins.
Celebrating 113 Years of the Navy Nurse Corps
Photo by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs
Navy Capt. Denise Gechas, commanding officer, U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, right, and Lt. Cmdr. Danielle Braiotta, clinic manager, Branch Health Clinic Souda Bay, left, cut a cake during the Nurse Corps Birthday celebration at the Chapel on May 10.
Although nurses have served throughout the Navy’s history, the Navy Nurse Corps was officially established on May 13, 1908, when President Theodore Roosevelt signed the Naval Appropriations Bill.
Today, members of the Navy Nurse Corps provide medical care to service members and military families worldwide and currently are serving in the fight against COVID-19. NSA Souda Bay celebrates the legacy of the Navy Nurse Corps and honors them for their hard work and dedication. Happy 113th Birthday to our Navy Nurses!
Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Christian Pena Reenlistment Ceremony
Photo by Chief Navy Counselor Martha Madera
Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Christian Pena received his Certificate of Reenlistment from Ens. Christopher Gibbs, security officer, during his May 13 reenlistment ceremony at the Security Building. Pena, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., has been in the Navy for 7 years and 6 months and at NSA Souda Bay for 2 years.
Pena is a member of the Security Department where he checks identification at the gates and roves the base to keep Team Souda safe. He also trains junior security personnel, giving them the knowledge to respond to a variety of security scenarios, such as an active shooter, gate runner or protest.
Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Myra Nortado Reenlistment Ceremony
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Logisitcs Specialist 2nd Class Myra Nortado recites the Oath of Reenlistment given by Chief Warrant Officer 3 Van Vergara, food service officer, during her May 20 reenlistment ceremony at the Air Operations Cargo Yard. Nortado, a native of San Francisco, has been in the Navy for 9 years and at NSA Souda Bay for 2 years.
Nortado is a member of the Air Operations Department, providing support to incoming aircraft and their crews.
Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Suramy Marquez Reenlistment Ceremony
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Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Suramy Marquez received her Certificate of Reenlistment from Lt. Michael Spoke, command Chaplain, during her May 24 reenlistment ceremony at the Chapel. Marquez, a native of Tampa, Fla., has been in the Navy for 6 years and at NSA Souda Bay for 1 year and 5 months.
Marquez is a member of the Security Department’s Harbor Security division at the NATO Marathi Pier Facility where she stands chief of the guard. She is also a qualified crewman, patrolling the waters in a Harbor Security boat when ships arrive at the pier.
Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Michael Fraser Reenlistment Ceremony
Photo by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs
Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Michael Fraser recites the Oath of Reenlistment given by Ens. Christopher Gibbs, security officer, during his May 25 reenlistment in front of Building 1. Fraser, a native of Silver Spring, Md., has been in the Navy for 5 years and at NSA Souda Bay for 6 months.
Fraser is a member of the Security Department where he checks identification at the gates, performs roving patrols and inspects vehicles to keep Team Souda safe.
