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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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Coordinator Support by Location

Locate Gold Star Coordinator support by location.
For locations outside the United States, enter the applicable region (e.g., Europe, Asia, Australia, Japan, Canada, etc.).

C. Ragsdale

Phone
(901) 671-5597
Office Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Locations Served
Africa (All) Europe (All) Georgia South Carolina

J. Sataua

Phone
901-581-2383
Office Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Locations Served
Guam Asia - South Korea Japan California - South, Central & North

E. Kolenda

Phone
901-930-8258
Office Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Friday: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Locations Served
New Hampshire Vermont New Jersey New York

F. Valdez

Phone
901-869-4938
Office Hours
Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Locations Served
Virginia - Chesapeake, Hampton, Isle of Wight, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, Yorktown Mississippi Louisiana

A.Tischler

Phone
901-671-6910
Office Hours
Monday: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Locations Served
Canada - Eastern Maine Rhode Island Pennsylvania Massachusetts Connecticut

S. Del Llano

Phone
901-930-8109
Office Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Locations Served
Texas - Central & South

Navy Gold Star Tributes

U.S. Navy
S01
Nathan Gage Ingram
12 Jan 2024
Navy Seal Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Nathan Gage Ingram was a beloved husband, son, brother, and friend who was lost at sea while on a night mission off the coast of Somalia. A team of Navy SEALs boarded a ship smuggling Iranian missile components bound for the Houthi militants in Yemen. During the mission, a SEAL teammate fell into the water at which time Gage quickly jumped in, in an attempt to rescue him. After an exhausting 10-day search, both SEALs were considered missing and deceased as of January 12, 2024. Gage was 27 years old.  Gage enlisted in the Navy in September 2019, and graduated from boot camp in November 2019. He graduated Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training Class 346 in December 2021 and reported to his first operational tour as SEAL Team THREE. Gage was an amazing man, and the world has truly lost a hero.
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U.S. Navy
LSC(EXW)
Raquel Patrice Pingeton
10 Sep 2023

Chief Pingeton was born on January 1, 1974 in Fort Payne, AL. On August 2003 she snuck off and enlisted in the US Navy Reserves with her friend Crystal while living in Chesapeake, VA.  Chief Pingeton met her husband, retired MAC Jason Pingeton in VA in 1998, they were married for 16 years. They have 6 children together Jordan, Shania, Sean, Cyaira, Justin and Jasel. She enjoyed spending time with the family, baking, watching Alabama football games and always had time to lend her ear to her junior Sailors and peers alike. Chief Pingeton came into the Navy as a Yeoman and her first duty assignment was with Seabee detachment 22 out of Richmond, VA. She switched rates to a Storekeeper when she went from USNR to FTS. Her previous assignments include SWRMC San Diego, NAVSUP San Diego, CRG -1, LCSRON-1 and NAVSUP New Orleans. She transferred to NOSC Tampa in November 2021 and immediately made an impact on her Sailors. The CMC hand selected her to take over Admin and be the SEL during his time away from command while still operating as the Supply Chief.  After a long and hard battle with cancer Chief Pingeton passed away surrounded by family and friends on September 10, 2023. Her legacy will live on to those that knew her throughout the Navy and the community.

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U.S. Navy
MCPO
Andrew Kaloz
09 Feb 2010
Andrew “Andy” Kaloz was born and raised in Lansing, MI, where he graduated from Waverly High School. He joined the navy in 1987 and became an aviation mechanic, specializing in the E2C Hawkeye. In his spare time, Andy loved to golf and fish. Always “a good guy,” Andy looked out for others all the time, said his mother, Claudia. He was hard on himself and wanted to do the best he could at all times. He was tall from the get go - growing to a 6'5" man and carried himself proudly, she said. “Andy has been gone for 10 years and we all miss him as if it were yesterday.” Andy is remembered by his wife, Jeanne, two daughters, Lindsay and Samantha, grandsons, Jason and AJ, his brother Michael Kaloz and his family, and his sisters Barbara Olszewski and Nicole McGrath and their families, and his mother and father, Claudia and William.
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U.S. Navy
MM2 (SEAL)
Shane Patton
28 Jun 2005
Shane, we miss you everyday. While I do mourn for your death, we all take comfort in knowing that you died the only way you would've wanted, defending your brothers. Rest easy Shane, have fun protecting the gates of Heaven.
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U.S. Navy
EOD1
Ian Dane Zimmerman
09 Aug 2016
Ian Dane Zimmerman was a Bright Star and Angel on Earth and now an even Brighter Star and Angel in the Heavens!  Ian Dane Zimmerman, your Family and Friends miss your Intelligence, Wit, Love, Light and Laughter; your very SOUL & SPIRIT that exuded LIGHT and LOVE! 
 “Sweet Roses are among Us
In their Splendor and their Form
The Light of God is upon Us
Because we’ve been tested in the Storm
The Love of God will direct Us
In the Light upon our Path
We need not overly Worry
Because the Angels have our Backs.”
We Love you Ian Dane Zimmerman!  You are our ANGEL!
Angela Boone, Ian’s Mother
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U.S. Navy
LT
Zachary McKain
16 Jan 2024

In Honor of Zachary Douglas McKain Zachary Douglas McKain, born May 7, 1987, served with honor and distinction as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy. Known for his leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his fellow sailors, Zachary embodied the core values of duty, courage, and service above self. His time in the Navy reflected a deep sense of responsibility and pride in protecting his country. Zachary possessed a deep understanding of the human mind and had a way of connecting with others on a profound level. On January 16, 2024, we lost a remarkable individual whose legacy of service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Zachary’s impact lives on in the hearts of those who knew him and, in the freedoms, he helped defend. He will be remembered with gratitude, respect, and enduring honor.

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Navy Gold Star Testimonials

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.

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 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.'

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

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

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.

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