In Memoriam
NNOA Remembers…All of those who have left us to carry on with the mission. Those who dedicated their lives to service, selflessly striving to leave a mark that empowered, educated, and motivated all who they encountered. We carry on, but we will never forget…
Captain Julia O. Barnes, USN (Ret)
With deep sadness, we inform you of the passing of NNOA founding member Captain Julia O. Barnes. Capt. Julia Barnes was the first black woman nurse corps officer to command a naval hospital when she took command of Naval Hospital Great Lakes, Illinois, in 1986. She...
Mrs. Joyce B. Cromartie
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Joyce B. Cromartie, mother of NNOA Member Marco Cromartie. Joyce B. Cromartie was born in Ashville, North Carolina, on June 7, 1937. Her parents were Joe and Dorothy Bell; she was one of three and raised by...
Lieutenant General Vincent Raymond Stewart, USMC
Friday, April 28, 2023 - With heavy hearts, we report the passing of long-time NNOA supporter and friend Lieutenant General Vincent Raymond Stewart, USMC. He served as Deputy Commander at United States Cyber Command. He previously served as the 20th Director of the...
Mrs. Margie Griffin mother of Captain Anthony Swain, USN (Ret)
It is with saddened hearts that we report the passing of Margie Iola Griffin, the mother of longtime NNOA / DCNNOA member CAPT (Ret) Anthony (Tony) Swain, USN, on April 5, 2023 at the age of 84. She was known as a loving and devoted mother by her children, Captain...
Captain Harold R. (Bob) Wise
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of former NNOA president, Captain Harold R. (Bob) Wise on November 20, 2022. During his 30 plus year career in both active and reserve duty assignments, he served in several leadership positions including Commanding...
Captain Claude R. Williams
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of NNOA founding member, Captain Claude R. Williams. Dr. Claude R. Williams, Sr., 93, Orthodontist, Navy Captain, and Civil Rights Champion was born in Marshall, Texas in February 1929 died in Dallas, Texas. Williams...
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...
Farewell Mrs. Mildred Brewer
Dear NNOA Family, It is with great sadness that I send the news of Mrs. Mildred Brewer passing. Mrs. Brewer was the mother of one of our long time champions Vice Admiral David Brewer, US Navy, Retired. Mrs. Brewer lived a very full and productive life and was less...
Brigadier General Charles McGee, Tuskegee Airman, dies at 102
BETHESDA, Md. (7News DC) – Iconic Tuskegee Airman and Brigadier General Charles E. McGee passed away Sunday at the age of 102. In a statement, McGee's family said the general died peacefully in his sleep Sunday morning. The Bethesda native was the oldest living...
Farewell CDR Smith, USN (Ret.)
It is with great sadness that I let our NNOA Family know of the passing of Commander Merle Smith, the first African American to graduate from the United States Coast Guard Academy. More will be shared and I know your prayers and thoughts are welcomed by his family....
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