Those planning on attending the 65th look thusly now.

Barbara Aaron w/ Tom nd

Marje Anderson W/ Loren (nd)

Paul Coughlin W Sarah Beth nd

Bill DePew W Betty Jane

Chuck Ewing W Betty

Ed Matney W/Herma

Update on Tom Tom's last military assignment was to Headquarters, Continental Army Command where he served until he retired from the United States Army in 1972. Upon retirement Tom was decorated with a second Meritorious Service Medal for conspicuously meritorious performance of duty in a non-combat situation. After retirement Tom has been associated with Consumer Finance Products as Regional Representative from 1974 to 1989 then with Consumer standards and Public Improvements with the City of Harrisburg, Illinois where Tom and his wife Barbara made their home.

Update on Loren Loren's Children are; Loren Jr. & Janet Anderson; Charles & Sandra Anderson: Elizabeth & Mark Richter; David Fisher. Grandchildren: Loren Andrew, Zachary, Michael, Rachel, Matthew, & Charles Benjamin Anderson; Thomas & Kathryn Richter.

Update on Paul Paul's final assignment was to the International Staff of the Inter-American Defense Board in Washington, DC. Upon his retirement from the United States Army as a Colonel in 1980 he was awarded the DEFENSE MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL. From his military retirement until 1994 Paul was employed by Merrill Lynch as a Financial Consultant. He retired from Merrill Lynch as an Assistant Vice President. Paul and his wife Sara make their home in Charlotte, North Carolina.

On 7-30-10 Paul writes, "Is it just me, or are these MY DAY messages coming around more often? It hard to believe that a year has passed since the last one. The biggest social event in our family was the June wedding here in Charlotte of our granddaughter, Lauren. She is our daughter Linda's oldest daughter and the first of our nine grandchildren to wed. Our travel has been limited mainly because of health reasons. In April Sara was diagnosed with a small tumor in her lung. This was a surprise since she quit smoking 25 years ago. We did some research to determine what treatment would be most appropriate for her. Her cousin in Oklahoma City, a medical doctor, strongly recommended that she consider a new technology known as proton beam radiation, which has fewer side effects than normal radiation treatment. We found that there are only seven proton beam treatment centers in the United States. Fortunately, the University of Florida Proton Treatment Institute in Jacksonville, Florida accepted her as a patient and she underwent her treatment in June. We were very favorably impressed with the facility and staff. Sara is doing well, but she will have several CT scans done over the next year to determine if any follow-up treatment will be needed. We hesitated to include medical information in this MY DAY, but we thought it was important to share our discovery of proton beam treatment in the event that your family or friends are faced with this problem. We have fine doctors here in Charlotte, but we found that local oncologists and other specialists were only vaguely familiar, if at all, with this type of radiation treatment since they cannot offer it. We are looking forward to seeing many of you at the 60th!" Paul Coughlin

On 10-10-10 Paul wrote, "It is with a heavy heart that I send this announcement to you. Today, Sunday October 10, 2010 Sara Beth lost her fight with complications from lung cancer at 1:30PM EDT. She fought courageously for much of this year with dignity and grace. We will miss her greatly. On behalf of my family and in the memory of the love of my life, Sara Beth, I want to express our thanks for your prayers and support." Paul Coughlin

--- On Mon, 7/25/11, Paul Coughlin wrote: In "My Day" last year I was hopeful and even optimistic that Sara would recover from her illness. Instead, her condition deteriorated and she passed away on 10/10/10. I always told her that in my eyes and in my heart she was a true "ten". I also told her that she never had to worry about me looking for a trophy wife. I found mine the first time around. As Marie Foss so aptly expressed in a recent message, life goes on, but it isn't as much fun. Actually, I have enjoyed this summer. I spent a week at the beach in Kitty Hawk, NC with daughter Cindy's family from Seattle. Last week was spent at DeBordieu Beach, SC with son Paul and his family. The week was topped off by enjoying the wonderful hospitality of Pete and Cathy Prehn in Wilmington and our traditional joint birthday celebration reported in Pete's"My Day" yesterday. I have a lot to be thankful for: my health, beautiful beaches, loving family, and good and faithful friends."

On 7-25-12 Paul writes, "Eighty three years old and I don't feel a day older than eighty two! My health is good as long as I take a few pills and get my daily exercise. My granddaughter is off to UNC at Chapel Hill next month. She is smarter than I ever was and is a leader in everything she does. She would be a fine army officer, but my gentle persuasion wasn't enough to convince her. Let me wish a happy birthday to Don McGann who shares this day with me. Also last week Pete Prehn and I continued our tradition of observing our joint birthdays together. This was the 58th anniversary of the first time we celebrated on Okinawa in 1954. I enjoy reading the My Day messages and love hearing from classmates. I also want to thank Andy Remson for his untiring efforts for the class." Paul Coughlin


On 7-25-13 Paul writes, "Don McGann already informed the class in advance that we would observe our 84th birthdays on July 25th and I want to wish him A HAPPY BIRTHDAY. In keeping with our long tradition, Pete Prehn and I observed the 59th anniversary of our first joint birthday celebration last evening at my home in Charlotte, NC. Pete and Cathy drove over from Wilmington for the occasion. Through the years, when at all possible, our families met each year at or near a beach for a short vacation. One notable exception was in 1971 when we celebrated in Saigon. Our first observance was in 1954 at Okuma Beach in northern Okinawa. We had a grand time last evening. Most of my children and some grandchildren were present. One new participant was my lovely fiancé, Betty Jackson. Perhaps I should have titled this "Our Day" as Pete suggested. We love to get together and we talk long into the night about our classmates and how lucky we are to be part of such a great group." Paul Coughlin

Update on Bill After retirement Bill was appointed Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, North Orange County. Bill and his wife Betty make their home in Laguna Hills, California where they are busy enjoying the Southern California lifestyle. While he stays busy as business manager of the Anaheim school district, she is much committed to volunteer work with the local hospital and women's club. The Depews have 5 grandchildren.

Update on Chuck Chuck's last military assignment was to command the 23th Engineer Combat Battalion Europe and served in that capacity until 1960 when he resigned his Captain's commission. Chuck went back to school and earned an MBA from Harvard University in 1962. In 1962 Chuck co-founded West Group and with his partners has grown it to become one of the largest real estate and development organizations in the Washington metropolitan area.

On Fri, 4/30/10, Chuck Ewing wrote: "No excuse sir! Its been two weeks since i became an octogenarian ( I thought Octogenarian was an Armenian surname!) and I was both stimulated and shamed by the prompt "My Day" accounts of Harry Lombard and Tom (U.R.A.S.S.) Foster, both worthies much younger than I am. I was very gratified that all three children and spouses and 5 out of 6 grandchildren could come down to Florida, where we seem to spend more and more time, and help the Olde Pharte into the next decade, I am happy to report that both Betty and I are in reasonably good health and both of us can easily forget senior moments. Betty plays a lot of tennis and is a volunteer guardian ad litem in the County court system. Our big adventure this year was to visit South Africa, visiting Cape Town, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and spending four days in the "bush" with the "critters". We learned a lot about the apartheid period and how the country continues to deal with its history. Our next big adventure will be to crash the Milburn Family Reunion reportedly to be held in late April 2011 at West Point, NY. I hope we can sneak in. Cheers!" Chuck

On 4-16-11 Chuck writes, "Hi Ho Classmates Today I'm the birthday boy! If I were dyslexic I would be 18! Since my last report, my partners and I have sold our 48 year old company, so I move from the partially retired list to the (almost) completely retired list. Betty and I are enjoying reasonable good health and continuing to travel while we can, so we visited India this winter. We did a lot of our cultural preparation by watching Ben Kingsley's "Gandhi" and "Slum Dog Millionaire" on the plane flying non-stop from Newark to Delhi. In addition to Delhi, we visited Varanasi (on the Ganges), Jaipur, Agra, Udaipur, Cochin, and Mumbai. We found the country awesome, many "wow" moments and the people delightful. But I never found the fellow from the TV commercial who picks up the telephone and says "My name is Peggy". Betty and I are spending more time in Sarasota. Betty is active as a guardian ad litem in the Sarasota County court system, a foundation volunteer, and playing tennis. I occasionally play a little golf and participate with a group called the ROMEOs (Retired Old Men Eating Out) solving the country's larger international and domestic problems and sending the correct answers to Obama (who apparently does not read them). Unfortunately Betty's court involvement conflicts with Reunion dates so I will be bringing my children and most of the grandchildren without my Assistant Squad Leader. Best wishes to all and to those attending the Reunion, have a safe trip and I hope to see you there. Cheers!" Chuck

On April 20, 2012 Chuck writes, "I am a couple of days late in sending in my annual account. Not much has changed but at our age no news is good news. I am proud to join my classmates who have recently reported and whose parents obviously took their summer vacation in July (Sel, Rocky, Lou, Bruce and other April babies). We celebrated our 50th Anniversary last fall and spent most of the winter in Florida where Betty plays tennis and volunteers as a guardian ad litem in the court system. I dabble in Civil War golf (out in 61, back in 65) and spent time trying to get the 2012 Directory to everyone. We will be heading north in several weeks where we have a grandson graduating from Vassar(!) and a granddaughter graduating from Green Mountain College. We look forward to spending the summer in McLean with occasional trips to the Poconos. While I have your undivided attention, please let me know if you have not received your 2012 Directory and let Frank Hamilton know if your contact information is incorrect or has changed. Good health and best wishes to everyone! Cheers" Chuck


On April 28, 2013 Chuck writes, "Greetings All I am, typically, a few day late in rendering an accounting of this last 12 months (Yes, you may exhale now!). Betty and I moved into a new (to us) winter pad in Florida, spending a big chunk of the summer doing it. We still have our house in McLean and plan to spend most of the summer there but we do find ourselves spending more time in Florida as our blood thins. Betty had some surgery on her right hand (she is a lefty) and we decided to get it done in Florida so she could do the rehab in this salubrious climate. Also the doctor operating on her hand was Dr Hand! She is sick and tired of my chiming in when she recounts her operation to tell the audience that my urologist's name is Dr Ball! The knives did not stop there. Her doctor, fortunately, detected a blocked carotid artery during a routine check up which was repaired in January. The repair kept her off the tennis courts for a couple of weeks. I haven't escaped the doctor's attention either as I have had a hiccup with my ticker that requires new points, plugs, and a distributor cap. I do hope to get out on the golf course soon so that I can continue to embarrass myself. This is sounding like an Organ Recital so I'll sign off, but not before wishing you all good health and happiness. Cheers," Chuck


On 3 August 2013, Chuck writes, "In my last report, I mentioned that I was going to get my carburetor tuned up - points, plugs, distributor cap, etc. As it turned out, it was more of an overhaul. On 1 August I had a TAVR (trans catheter aortic valve replacement) at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. This is the new procedure where they place the new valve by shoving it up the femoral artery from the groin rather than crack open the breast bones to access the heart. Much better for old folks. I recommend it. For those of you who knew it was in the offing and extended their support, kind thoughts, and prayers, it worked! Thank you. I am very grateful. The operation was a complete success and I am recovering quickly. Cheers," Chuck

Update on Ed Since retirement Ed has been associated with Pine Hurst Airlines as Vice President then in 1982 he was named Senior Vice President and Investment Officer with Wheat First Butcher Singer. Ed and his wife Herma make their home in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Moose Matney reported a spontaneous mini reunion. It seems that Clyde Cocke was in the vicinity on a golf trip and gave Moose a call to get together. Moose said, "Fine, let's invite Peyton Cook too." As the group was gathering at the Pinehurst Hotel on 4 March 97, Reb Barber happened on the scene to complete the mini reunion group. The business session of this gathering yielded, among other things, the idea and initial plans for the NC-MINI 99. The January 1995 Assembly noted, "Ed Matney had knee surgery at Duke last May; his surgeon, Dr. Frank Bassett, relieved Peter Prehn as Co Cmdr during the Korean War. Ed reports that youngest son David married Anne Cutler in Wilmington, NC on 15 October. Ed continues to struggle in the stock business."

George Meignen W/ Kaye nd

Rocky Milburn W. Joyce

Nancy Mulder W/ Dean nd

Walt Phillips W/ Polly

Bruce Robertson w/Suzanne

Seth Scruggs W/ Joyce

Update on George George's last military assignment was to Headquarters, Army Training Command, Fort McClellan, Alabama and this turned out to be his last military assignment as he was retired disabled as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1972. Since retirement George was a Mortgage Banker from 1972 to 1978 then an Investment Banker from 1978 to 1980; then in 1985 became associated with the Sun Trust Bank. George makes his home in Alpharetta, Georgia.

On June 12, 2010 George writes, "I moved to Birmingham, Alabama in 2004. Resided in Beaufort, SC prior to that. I have lost two (2) wives to the ravages of cancer. Anne (Mother of my two (2) children) in 1992. Kaye in 2001. Thanks," George Meighen

Update on Rocky Rocky retired in 1977 in rank of Lieutenant Colonel. In retirement, he served on the Active Duty Discharge Review Board from 1977 to 1978. Rocky and his wife Joyce make their home in Sandy, Utah. The May 1991 Assembly noted that; "On 4 December 1990, while preparing for the UT Winter Games, Joyce Milburn had a very serious injury which will probably necessitate a total knee replacement sometime in the future. Her injury, a very severe multiple fracture in the right tibia was complicated by a suspected heart attack delayed surgery and necessitated transfer form Hill AFB, UT to Wilford Hall Medical Center, San Antonio and to say the least, initiated a bizarre chain of events. Moving via `the mysterious world of MAC Aero medical Evacuation' to San Antonio, surgery was performed successfully on 14 December and Joyce's leg was placed in a cast for 6-8 weeks. After receipt of a clean bill of health and release from Wilford Hall on 21 December, a flight was arranged for arrival at Hill AFB on 22 December. But as Rocky says, nothing comes easy - the Winter Storm of the Century intervened and the Milburns landed at Hill AFB at 6:48 MDT Saturday 29 December. Now you know why you didn't receive your Christmas card from the Milburns in 90. But undaunted, they to attended the 40th. and visited Europe after that. The August/September 1997 Assembly reported that for; "Founders Day 1997 Rocky Milburn gave the Oldest Grad speech to the Salt Lake City chapter. He spoke about the influences of early graduates on the Salt lake Valley and got a standing ovation."

On June 3, 2010, Rocky wrote, "Eighty three years complete, neat!! This morning Joyce and I walked from Nevada to Utah, ate breakfast then walked back to Nevada. (total distance approx 350 yards). We were at Montego Bay Hotel/Casino in West Wendover,NV on a birthday comp.It might interest some to know that the 509thComposite Gp of the Army Air Corps trained at Wendover Army Airfield, Utah in 1945, and coincidentally 65 years ago today the Enola Gay departed Wendover for the Island of Tinian and destiny. The last plane in the Group, Great Artiste, departed June 6th (one year after D-Day), piloted by George Marquardt, who lived next to Joyce's Mom until his death at age 84- on a Memorial Day note, George was the only pilot to fly both atomic missions, his plane to Hiroshima, and Necessary Evil to Nagasaki, I enjoyed my conversations with him. Today the field sees only the daily Millionair 737s bringing in the gamblers most of whom miss the neat museum (complete with "Little Boy") and most of whom never heard of WWII. Pity!! Hope to see many at the 60th." The REALLY OLDUtahskibum

On June 5, 2010 Rocky wrote; "Dear friends, on Joyce's and my 59th wedding anniversary, I want to thank the classmates (sword bearers) that took time out of their busy schedules to assist at Joyce's and my BIG DAY. My dearly departed roommate "Hubie" Hastings, our best man Bill Stockdale, Co D-1 First Sgt (for life) Chuck Ewing, My bro-in-law John Byers,AAF and Stewart Field compadre Lee Duke, and old pal George Gardes. NB: except for Hubie and me we had all hives in attendance in order to add class to the ceremony. It has been an interesting 59 years and and a great honor to be one of USMA's class of 1951. Looking forward to the 60th reunion when we can grip hands in person. Rocky aka The REALLY OLDUtahskibum

On 10-27-10 Rocky wrote, "Just back from Jerry Dickson's funeral, and I am a bit perplexed. I thought we had a fund (I sent a chunk of change a while back) to provide flowers etc. for classmates memorial services. I looked at all the floral tributes, and not finding anything from the class, had a conversation with the funeral director. He assured me that the mortuary did not recieve an arrangement from the USMA. class of 1951.Most of the flowers were from the various gun affinity groups in the area. Perhaps the class flower fund sent something to Jan at home, but I did not ask her about that. The services, conducted by Jerry and Jan's pastor were very well attended, and I knew I was in the right place, when the first car parked by the funeral home door bore Utah License plates 45 ACP (If you don't know what that means ask a shooter!! After tributes by Jerry's two younger brothers and a grandaughter, I was asked to speak. Having banged up a couple of ribs last Thursday and being on pain medication since, I was not sure I could speak, but I did, and was honored to do so and to represent the class of 1951. Being about half dopey from the pain meds, I am not sure what I said, but Joyce thought it good, and when I left the lectern I was applauded back to my pew!!! So if you wanna make a speech, may I recommend four days of Hydrocodone 10-650 MG capsules. I did mention that Jerry is one of a very few USAF officers I know, who have earned The Silver Star, and Jerry's was pinned on by Admiral McCain hisself!!! (dad of the senator). Graveside services also well done, with USAF honor guard/pall bearers from Hill AFB from which Jerry retired as base operations officer. His gravesite is most appropriate, being three miles south of and on the centerline of Hill's main runway. And the lady pastor concluded by reading the poem "High Flight". The gun shows won't be as much fun any more since Jerry's vast knowledge of firearms is no longer available." Grip Hands: Rocky Co D-1 USCC

On 6-2-2011 Rocky writes, "First week of June 1951; on the 1st we were commissioned,and on the 2d (my birthday) I turned 24 and completed 7 years of continuous military service, on June 5th the finest group ever to attend West Point graduated !!! and at 5PM Miss Joyce Lee Hodge (of Texas & D.C.) married me at Holy Trinity Catholic Chapel at USMA. So this week as we all celebrate our sixty years as West Point Graduates, I celebrate being 84, and that Joyce and I will complete 60 years of marriage on Sunday 5 June 2011 at a party and Grand Premiere of the movie that daughter Mary is making for us from video that she took at reunion plus lots of archival footage, music, speeches, etc (so I hear). With a total of 23 family members attending reunion, we have lots of characters for the movie. All of us really enjoyed the reunion and send our thanks to the committee that made it happen. Grip hands." R.W.Milburn , aka:"Rocky" Co D-1 USCC

On 6-7-11 Rocky writes "Class mates, ladies & other reuniters, If you have 20+ minutes with nothing better to do, the link below leads to movie that our daughter made for our 60th anniversary party. It has some pretty good reunion footage, West Point History, scenery, and lots of Milburn's as one might expect. Rocky Co D-1 USCC, (The Link is) 60th Reunion Movie

April 28, 2012 Rocky writes, "A year ago,today our 60th reunion officially began. On behalf of my entire family (17 of us attended), I want to thank again, the reunion committee ably led by Jim Boatner for the outstanding effort in providing this wonderful experience for the class. One of life's greatest treasures is to be a member of USMA '51 thank's fellows and gals." Rocky Co. D-1 USCC

Update on Dean Dean was assigned to the Defense Intelligence Agency where he served from 1971 to 1976 and was awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal on completion of this tour. While at DIA Dean also earned a second Master of Science degree, this one from American University. Dean retired from the United States Army in 1976 as a Lieutenant Colonel and became associated with Greenbelt Homes Inc., then in 1976 he became a Real Estate Broker until 1980 when he was appointed Plans Examiner/engineer with Prince George’s County Government. He retired for a second time in 1996. Dean and his wife Nancy made their home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Dean died on September 14, 2010.

Update on Walt -- Walt's last military assignment was as Div Arty Commander, 2nd Armored Division. After retirement, Walt served as Business Manager of a School District from 1977 to 1986 and then from 1986 to 1989 as President of an Advertising Company. Walt and his wife Polly make their home in Evergreen, Colorado. The May 1997 Assembley reports that "Walt & Polly Phillips are still avid scuba divers especially because Polly takes lots of underwater photos. Polly did the cover for the Denver Scuba Expo this year with a photo from the Red Sea. As senior members of the dive group on their last dive trip to the Solomon Islands last November, they made 39 dives in 10 days. They also snorkeled with Humpback whales off the Dominican Republic earlier last year. Sounds awesome! Today, diving is done. Polly has lung problems and Walt is 100% disabled due to Agent Orange disorders. They report that son Pete, the class godson, is a Project Manager for Thompkins Construction in DC and has just started a new project for the Smithsonian Museum."

Update on Bruce From 1973 to 1974 Bruce was assigned to Modern Army Selected Systems Text Evaluation and Review, Fort Hood, Texas. This was his last military assignment as he retired in 1974 with the rank of Colonel and was decorated with a second Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and 2 Commendation Medals for distinguished service. On retirement Bruce became associated with TARE Inc. and in 1979 was appointed Vice President then in 1983 he became President. He retired in 1990 for a second time. Bruce and his wife Suzanne make their home in Austin, Texas.

On 4-12-2010 Bruce reports; "Suzanne and I returned to Houston from New Orleans last night where we observed our 12-year-old grandson,Jack Peachee, compete in the Regional Gymnastics Meet. He is a first-year Level 9 competitor, and will go on to the National Meet at Knoxville later. We stayed in New Orleans' Warehouse District which is near the French Quarter. We are both well and looking forward to seeing our class gather once again for our forthcoming class reunion. Back to Austin on the 17th. Grip hands!" Bruce

On 4-12-11 Bruce reports as follows: "Today at 84, I feel great, take no medication. Suzanne is well, too, as are all family members, so that makes for a good time all around. We are proud of our kids and their kids! I had dinner at Luby's with Sel and Pat last night, and they, too, look just great. Of course, he is so much wiser and older than I am. We hope to see you at the reunion! And Happy Birthday to Lou Michael!" Bruce Robertson, '51

on 4-12-12 Bruce reports, "Dear Classmates: Here is my report! Tonight Suzanne and I will join Sel and Pat Graham at supper to celebrate Sel's birthday on Saturday and mine today. Our Austin daughter, Jill, and her husband Steve Oleson will join us, too. They use Steve's trained hawks to abate the grackle problem st shopping centers: fun to watch! Earlier today I thought back to the day when I first donned plebe skins to join the ranks of :51. How proud I was then and now to be a member of our class. Suzanne and I are well. I take no medication, but am about fourteen pounds over my cadet weight. I am working to keep it down! It is a beautiful day here in Austin. We hope that you are having a wonderful day, too!" Bruce Robertson, '51


On April 12, 2013 Bruce writes, "Hi, All! Yesterday was under blue Texas sky. First person I met was Pat Graham at the grocery store. Received birthday hug right there in the frozen food aisle! She is to wish Sel a Happy Birthday tomorrow. Suzanne and I are well. I still take no medication, and recently have been able to take my belt in one notch. We wish you well!" Bruce and Suzanne Robertson

Update on Seth Upon graduation Seth went in the Air Force and after pilot training reported to the 782nd Tactical Command Squadron at Donaldson AFB in 1952. Seth retired from the United States Air Force in 1971 as a Lieutenant Colonel. He and wife Joyce make their home in Traveler's Rest, South Carolina.