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The National Naval Officers Association (NNOA) actively supports the U. S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the recruitment, development and retention of a diverse Officer Corps that is representative of the best our nation has to offer.
With local Chapters throughout the United States and Far East, NNOA focuses intently on training and mentoring Sea Service officers toward career success while charging them to increase awareness and promote the Sea Services in communities where they live and serve.




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Loretta Ann Medlock Penn
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...
Lieutenant Commander Richard C. West, USN (Ret)
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...
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Farewall – LtCol Larry Hicks, USA
Dear NNOA Family, It is with great sadness that I announce the sudden and unexpected passing of LTCol Larry Hicks, USA on 26 February 2022. Colonel Hicks was the husband of Captain Lynne Hicks, USN Burial at Arlington Cemetery to be determined at a later date. Larry...
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