Navy Gold Star Program Information & Resource Site

Navy Gold Star is the Navy’s official program for providing long-term support to surviving families of Sailors who pass while on Active Duty. If you are visiting this page because you are a surviving family member of a deceased service member, please accept our most heartfelt sympathy and gratitude for your loved one’s service and sacrifice in defending our nation . . .

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Navy Gold Star Tributes

Terry

Terry Dugas

30 Jan 2008

LTJG Terry J. Dugas, Jr. was born and raised in Lafayette, LA , and attended Northside High School. He joined the Navy in 1989 after graduating from Troy State University Summa Cum Laude and worked in the installation security department as base police. He had always dreamed of being a police officer when he grew up. Terry and his wife, Eva, have two sons, Terry and Torey. Terry enjoyed spending time with the family and their dogs as well as fishing motorcycle riding. He is remembered as a hero and all-around great guy. He was an involved husband and father. "His untimely death was a tragedy to us but we’ve triumphed through it and turned his memories into something remarkable," said his wife.

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Seaman

Osiel Hippolito

03 Sep 2005

Osiel Hipolito was a loving father, husband, son, brother, and fellow sailor. Who devoted his life to his family. He wanted to make a difference in this world. He is survived by his 2 children Osiel Jr and Lynette and his wife.

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PO2

Daniel Sander

02 Apr 2023

Daniel Austin Sander was raised in Butler, KY; he came into the world full of energy and quickly became the brightest light in every room he entered, with the most infectious smile and contagious laugh. He enjoyed anything outdoors, loved to play baseball and football. He played softball with the Navy for the FRCNW A Team in Oak Harbor.

When he was a senior in high school, he enlisted to serve our country. He was stationed in Oak Harbor, WA where he met his wife, Maribel. They transferred to Bremerton, WA and welcomed their son, Dallas, in March of 2020.

Daniel was deployed on the U.S.S. Nimitz from April 2020 to March 2021. After deployment transferred back to Oak Harbor. In July of 2022 they welcomed another son, Theo.

Daniel valued time spent with friends and his family. He is deeply loved and dearly missed by all who knew him.

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MA3

Matthew David Brandt

19 Jan 2005

Matthew was stationed in Guam . He enlisted in the Navy on May 14, 2002. Matthew had the most beautiful smile... and was considered very quiet... Growing up he played soccer, basketball, and baseball. He loved playing sports. He is still missed by his parents, friends and family every day. The world is a much sadder place without Matthew in it. We love you so much Son....

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PO2

Micah James Farrell

12 Oct 2014

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PO1

Christopher Eckman

10 Oct 2011

PO1 Christopher Eckman was a Steelworker with the US Navy Seabees. He loved Halloween, Waffle House chocolate cream pie, Disney and spending time with his Family. He was a wonderful Husband, Father, Son, Friend and Brother in arms.

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Navy Gold Star Testimonials

Judi and Pat, Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.

We were very happy to see Gold Star Navy in the Resource Room at the Snowball Express in Dallas Texas. Rufus and Stephanie provided valuable information and also helped in the event. Thank you for being there for us.

Gold Star Dad

Thanks Sabrina for your greatful assistance in obtaining gold star pins for me and my family. We do appreciate your hard work in making this possible.

Carol & Andrea

Mrs. Jackson, you're such a blessing. We don't feel forgotten after our loss anymore. We greatly appreciate the moral support you provided to us. Thank you very much for all you do. Carol & Andrea

Delrio Family

Thank you very much for everything Erick it was a pleasure to meet you in person, I hope that we are able to maintain communication with the Navy Gold Star program that represents so much satisfaction and happiness for us to unite with other families. Hugs

KRIS ROMEO BISHUNDAT'S FAMILY

Patricia you are perfect for the job you do with the Gold Star Families. Talking to you over the phone felt like I have known you before and meeting you in person validate my feelings. After almost 14 years it means something special to meet other parents and families who have walked our path and the others who are now on that long painful journey our prayers are with all to find comfort.Gold Star Mom and Dad, Maryland

Gold Star Family

'This was a great experience for me. I am so glad I did it. I appreciate all of the work and coordination from everyone involved. Thanks for your program. It meant a lot to me and my husband. We were taken on a tour of the hanger, meet some of the men now in the squadron, and had a very nice time. Thank you very much Sandra.'

Gold Star Family

Susanna, thanks for all you do for the Gold Star Families. . .encouraging Dolores to submit a tribute for our son Rene was just another example of how you are always reaching out to care for and encourage family members to remember and celebrate the lives of their loved ones.Thank you! Bill & Dolores

Gold Star Spouse, California

As a survivor of a military serviceman, I'm so pleased for all of you in supporting and caring for those who have lost their love ones like mine. Your kindness and cooperation is being appreciated.