Navy Gold Star Coordinator Support

Kevin was in the Navy for 16 years before he lost his life. Kevin’s duty stations were the USS Kauffman (FFG 59) Norfolk, VA, HM 15, NAS Norfolk, FRCR MW DET NOLA, New Orleans, LA, and VP 62, Jacksonville, FL. He was well respected by his peers and superiors.

Kevin went on a South American Cruise while stationed on the Kauffman. To him, that was one of the best cruises he went on. It was also neat for us, Kevin’s grandmother, mother, and sister, because we were able to watch the ship go through the Panama Canal.

Kevin’s family and friends love and miss him every day.

Biography Of Lt. Adam A. Dyer:  USN Lieutenant Adam A. Dyer was born on April 27, 1980 in Lafayette, Louisiana. He attended Lafayette High School and graduated from the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts in Natchitoches, Louisiana. As a Boy Scout, he attained the distinct honor of Eagle Scout. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Louisiana State University in 2002. While attending college Lt. Dyer held several jobs, but at the time of his graduation he worked for the State of Louisiana as an interpreter in the Department of Tourism. Lt. Dyer was fluent in Spanish. Following graduation from college, he joined the United States Navy. 

For a Boy Scout project, Lt. Dyer once wrote that his goal was to become a Navy Officer. He was commissioned as a United States Naval Officer in December of 2002 and completed primary flight training at Training Squadron 27 followed by advanced flight training at Helicopter Training Squadron 18 in Pensacola, Florida. During training Lt. Dyer’s instructors often challenged his knowledge, but little did they know that he was one of those gifted people who had a photographic memory. He could recite correct procedures back to them verbatim, including the page numbers.

On November 5, 2004 Lt. Dyer was designated a Naval Aviator. He was then assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 3 in San Diego, California for training in the MH-60S, and upon completion reassigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 21. He participated in hurricane relief operations after Hurricane Katrina for which he was awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal and the Humanitarian Service Medal. Lt. Dyer was instrumental in the formation of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 23. His awards include the National Defense Service Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service and Expeditionary Medals. Lt. Dyer was deployed to the Middle East twice during which times he and his team were credited with rescuing numerous people who were in harm’s way.

Before his tragic and untimely death on January 26, 2007, he was in training to return to the Middle East for a third tour of duty. Lt. Dyer realized his lifelong dream of being a Navy pilot, and in his final moments, he sacrificed his life as unselfishly as he lived it, trying to save those around him. Whatever the circumstances surrounding his all too sudden death, there is no doubt that to the point of his last breath, Lt. Dyer's efforts were focused more on saving his crew than on saving himself.

Lt. Dyer came from a military-oriented family, with his father and both grandfathers having served in the military. In addition to flying helicopters, Lt. Dyer loved golf, and running, His family and friends remember him as a strong person who would never quit anything, no matter how hard things were. He always saw things through from start to finish. As a naval aviator, Lt. Dyer was the consummate professional. He knew his aircraft and his procedures backwards and forwards. Though certainly possessing natural talent, Lt. Dyer’s best attributes were his never-ending desire to learn, the great responsibility he felt for his crew, and the fact that he was a loyal friend. Lt. Dyer was buried in Arlington National Cemetery on March 9, 2007. https://www.adamdyer.com https://www.facebook.com/Lt.AdamDyer/

Jesus Cortez was an excellent person.  He excelled in his studies and in athletics. Jesus was nationally rated number 2 in power-lifting. He also was very active in Cross Country and Powerlifting during High School. He graduated from Valley View High School in 2013. Jesus competed professionally in power lifting and WON on his first competition. He loved TEXAS and was proud to serve his country with the United States Navy having enlisted since August 2014. Jesus loved his Camaro and his Harley Davison Motorcycle.  He was proud of his dogs- Kitty and Biggie, and he loved Sponge Bob Square Pants. Jesus truly lived his life to its fullest. He will forever be remembered by his family and those that came to know him.  His motto was, “You be the better person.”  Jesus was an outstanding person and he will forever be remembered.
 

In tribute to ETVC John L. Davey who served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy for 12 years as a submarine sailor aboard the USS Alabama, with Detachment Poseidon and Naval Research Laboratories. As a military kid, John knew his goal was to follow in the footsteps of his father, grandfathers and many uncles who had served in the military, and he worked hard to achieve that goal. So, when he put on anchors as a Navy Chief in 2021, it was one of the proudest moments for all but especially John. The impact and valor of John’s service to this nation will never be known to any but a small few of his fellow serving shipmates and those who knew him best. We have had many tales of him via those shipmates and friends, mostly that he loved the navy, loved what he did, and at times he could be a tough leader but there was no one who could make everyone smile, laugh, and come together as a team quite like “Davey”. We cherish every memory given to us and hold them tightly in our hearts. He was the most awesome, most witty, and most wonderful loving son, brother, grandson, nephew and friend to all of us.

KIA Operation Iraqi Freedom

Always loved, always remembered and forever missed.  

Jason was born in Snohomish, WA; a place he loved; and cherished the memories of friends and the sports he played with great passion. He joined the Navy shortly after graduating from Snohomish High School and had a tremendous career until he died in 2016. Jason was a Navy Mustang; enlisted for the first 10 years of his career, serving on the Alabama Blue and Gold crews as well as different shore duty assignments, before commissioning in 2000.  He spent the remainder of his career on surface ships. In his personal life, Jason was extremely loyal, honorable and disciplined in every decision he made; always striving to better his and his family's lives.  He also took great pride in supporting others in reaching their personal and professional goals. Jason's family was honored to hear wonderful stories of how he impacted many lives after he died.  Jason put his values of family and duty above all else. Jason's children, Tyler, Michael and Alyssa were always his priority in everything he did. He was an outdoorsy guy who was most comfortable in jeans and a flannel in his off time.  Jason loved playing basketball, weightlifting and challenging his physical body in every way possible.   He is missed every minute of every day by his wife Jenny and his children.  He is also remembered by his mom Debbie, siblings Angie, Cory, Candace and his niece, Cama.