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…
Chaplain (Ret.) U.S. Navy Captain J.C. Williams
It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that the National Naval Officers Association announces the passing of one of our most distinguished members, Chaplain (Ret.) U.S. Navy Captain J.C. Williams, on June 18, 2025. Born on December 26, 1933, Captain Williams was...
Captain Don H. Flowers
Service Arrangements:Send Cards:Cards may be sent to Mrs. Callie Flowers, 389 Valle Vista, Vallejo, CA 94590Donations:In lieu of flowers or any monetary donations, the family is asking that donations be made to the STEM Scholarship Award established in 2015 in honor...
Phillipa Howard (Lipa)
Memorial Notice Phillipa Howard (Lipa) Mother of Admiral Michelle Howard (Retired) The National Naval Officers Association mourns the loss of Phillipa Howard (Lipa), the beloved mother of Admiral Michelle Howard (Retired). Lipa passed peacefully on Thursday, September...
Captain Brenda Bradley-Davila
Captain Brenda Bradley-Davila, NNOA Lifetime Member and dedicated Navy chaplain, passed away on August 28, 2024. Born to serve, Bradley-Davila began her military journey as a hospital corpsman in the Navy Reserve. Following a call to ministry, she attended Chaplain...
Arthur James Johnson, Sr.
Arthur James Johnson, Sr., father of NNOA STEM Coordinator RADM Arthur Johnson, Jr. (USN, Ret.), passed away on August 14. He was a beloved family man and respected member of his community. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, August 20th, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at Berry...
Captain Joel Parker
Memorial Service Information: Date: August 30, 2024 Location: Reid Temple A.M.E Church, 11400 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, MD 20769 The Wake/Visitation will start at 10:00 am and Service will start at 11:00am, Following the service, the reception will be held at 3614...
Captain Charles W. Hargrave
Services VISITATION FridaySeptember 6, 20249:00 AM to 10:00 AMNortheastern Presbyterian Church2112 Varnum Street N.E.Washington, DC 20018 CELEBRATION OF LIFE FridaySeptember 6, 202410:00 AMNortheastern Presbyterian Church2112 Varnum Street N.E.Washington, DC 20018...
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...
Mrs. Alma Bernice Clark Gravely
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Alma Bernice Clark Gravely, devoted wife of the late Retired Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Born on December 11, 1921, Alma led a life of ultimate grace and unwavering support alongside her husband, Admiral...
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