by khurst2@gmail.com | Aug 1, 2024 | Memoriam, News
Services
VISITATION
Friday
September 6, 2024
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Northeastern Presbyterian Church
2112 Varnum Street N.E.
Washington, DC 20018
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Friday
September 6, 2024
10:00 AM
Northeastern Presbyterian Church
2112 Varnum Street N.E.
Washington, DC 20018
INTERMENT FOLLOWING FUNERAL SERVICE
Friday
September 6, 2024
Quantico National Cemetery
18424 Joplin Road
Triangle, VA 22172
Flowers can be sent to: In Memory of Charles W. Hargrave
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of NNOA member and past historian, Captain Charles W. Hargrave.
Captain Hargrave, affectionately known as “C.W.,” passed away peacefully at home in Southwest Washington, DC, on Friday morning, July 5, 2024, at the age of 95.
Born in Dandridge, Tennessee, Charles was the only son of Lectia Snapp Hargrave and Reverend Walter Clarence Hargrave. He completed high school at Swift Memorial College, where his father served as president from 1936 to 1941. His experiences at Swift, a historically black college, profoundly shaped his commitment to higher education for black Americans and his lifelong support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Charles earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) in 1949, where he joined Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (Rho Chapter) in 1946. He later obtained a master’s degree in chemistry from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.
A dedicated alumnus, Charles served as President of the JCSU DC Alumni Chapter and held various positions in the JCSU National Alumni Association, including 1st Vice President, Treasurer, and Chaplain. He remained a steadfast supporter of the Golden Bulls, attending graduations, homecomings, and sporting events throughout his life.
Charles’s life was marked by leadership and community service, inspired by his parents and educational experiences. He served honorably in the U.S. Military, including a role as Health Physicist at the Army Chemical Center and as Commanding Officer.
Charles William Hargrave’s legacy of dedication to education, community service, and leadership will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him.
by khurst2@gmail.com | Jul 1, 2024 | News, Presidents Msg
President’s Message (D-30)
Joint NNOA/ANSO Symposium
29 July-2 August 2024
Norfolk, Va
Greetings Fellow Members and Supporters!
We are less than a month away from our second-ever Joint National Naval Officers Association (NNOA) & Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO) Professional Development and Leadership Training Symposium. This partnership builds on our highly successful first joint event, held over a decade ago, and reinforces our longstanding relationship. We remain more relevant than ever to the success of our U.S. Sea Services, and we are honored to collaborate with like-minded organizations like ANSO. With the hard work and support of our members, partners, and sponsors, our efforts in the recruitment, retention, and career development of a more diverse and effective total force make a positive impact on unifying and strengthening our nation daily.
This year’s theme is “Advancing Leaders: Connected, Committed, and Ready to Fight for Our Future.” Our primary objectives are to educate, inspire, engage, and elevate current and future leaders by learning from our past to better prepare for success in the future. You will hear more about those four words (Educate, Inspire, Engage, and Elevate) in the upcoming weeks and during the Symposium. However, in the meantime, please focus on a few other action items that are important to the long-term health and wellness of our 52-year-old all-volunteer organization. First, please visit our website at www.NNOA.org to register for the Symposium, if you haven’t already done so. You can also use the same link to reserve a room at Norfolk Waterside Marriott. For your awareness, our blocked room reservations close on 8 July, so please act now if you require lodging. Second, be prepared to participate in our electoral process by nominating candidates for our Board of Directors and voting during the conference. Additional details and guidance are available via our website. Third, invite at least two non-NNOA members to attend our Symposium. We all know officers who will benefit from the coaching, mentoring, and networking that we provide across all communities, so please invite them so that they can learn more about who we are and what we do. Lastly, please be prepared to serve, or continue serving, in leadership positions at the national and chapter levels. We have accomplished a lot and there is a lot more to be done, so let’s keep pressing!
We are stronger together!
Cedric E. Pringle
RDML (Retired) USN
25th President
by khurst2@gmail.com | Mar 11, 2024 | News
Dear Fellow Members of NNOA,
I am honored to have worked on this most unique project honoring Black Women, Black Heritage Day V – WOMEN (BHD V – WOMEN) with my Brother and friend, Dr. Carl Mack, former executive director of the National Society of Black Engineers, NSBE.
This calendar is perpetual (no year and no day), features 366 days of extraordinary Black women (leap year included), has four pages of Table of Contents, Sistas from yesterday and today, and finally 6 of our Extraordinary Naval Sistas per the attachment.
I am strongly encouraging us to purchase and support this one-of-a-kind project. I say again, there is no other calendar like this one. If you were to find one like BHD V – Women, we give you this one for FREE!
Furthermore, the price is incredible at $19.99, FREE SHIPPING!
To order, go to blackheritagedays.com
Thank you and stay blessed,
Captain Tony Barnes
20th NNOA National President
by khurst2@gmail.com | Mar 3, 2024 | Memoriam, News
June 27, 1949 – February 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Loretta Ann Penn, beloved wife of The Honorable B.J. “Buddie” Penn, the 10th President of the National Naval Officers Association (NNOA). Loretta passed away peacefully on February 27, 2024, at her home in Fairfax Station, Virginia, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 74 years old.
Loretta was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She married Buddie, the love of her life, on June 25, 1987, in San Diego, California, and they shared 36 wonderful years of marriage. They were true partners in life and supported each other in their personal and professional endeavors. Loretta was a proud and supportive spouse of Buddie’s service in the U.S. Navy and his leadership in the NNOA. She was also a dedicated and involved member of the NNOA Spouses Organization, serving as the National President for two terms.
Loretta is survived by her loving husband Buddie, stepdaughter Emily Grooms (Bruce), stepsons Brian and Eric, grandsons Geoffery and Jared Grooms, Aunt Lena Sparks, and devoted nieces, nephews and cousins.
A service will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Antioch Baptist Church at 6531 Little Ox Road, Fairfax Station, Virginia 22039. The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Omega Omega ceremony will be held at 9:30 am, the viewing will begin at 10:00 am, and the service will follow at 11:00 am. A repass will immediately follow the service. The service will be live streamed at http://antioch-church.org/streaming-access.
A final service and interment will take place in Dallas, Texas on March 15, 2024, where Loretta will be eternally rejoined with her parents at Laurel Land Memorial Park, 6300 S R L Thornton, Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75232. The viewing will be held at 9:00 am, the service will begin at 10:00 am with the interment immediately following the service.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Loretta Ann Medlock Penn please visit our Tribute Store.
by khurst2@gmail.com | Mar 3, 2024 | Memoriam, News
1931 – 2024
The National Naval Officers Association (NNOA) mourns the passing of one of our founders, Lieutenant Commander Richard C. West, USN (Ret).
LCDR West, born in Hobart, Oklahoma, served with distinction in the Army Reserves and Navy during the Korean War. He faced adversity with courage and emerged as a trailblazer, becoming the fifth African American Naval Aviator in 1956.
His distinguished career spanned eleven aircraft types and numerous deployments. He later served as a mentor and advocate for aspiring Naval Officers through the NNOA and various community organizations.
LCDR West is survived by his wife, Pacita, and daughters, Carolyn and Martha.
A viewing for Navy Lieutenant Commander Pilot Richard will be held Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at New Hope Friendship Baptist Church, 2205 Harrison Ave., San Diego, CA 92113, followed by a celebration of life from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Navy Lieutenant Commander Richard will be laid to rest in Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, CA.
