United States Military Academy West Point - Howitzer Yearbook (West Point, NY)

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ARTHUR JOHN PETERSON, JR. C-4 South Easton, Massachusetts West Point was merely a place the OTT stayed between leaves, Never considered very system oriented, he concentrated his interests in football and Highland Falls. Art came and tour years later departed, taking with him many friendships. Q X Football 4, a, 2, 1. A I DEE WILLIAM PETTIGREW, Ill F-1 El Paso, Texas Chip, a brat, came to F-1 with tall tales from all corners of the earth. A consistent pertormer, he immediately made friends with every- one, including the T,D,, and had no trouble making the Dean's List. Goat-Engineer Footballp Traithlon 4, 3, Fenc- ing 4, Glee Club 4, 3, 2, 1: Protestant . Ak Q Chapel choir 4, 3, 2, 1, CPRC a, 2, 1. 'Q fx SERGEANT MAJOR N l t v. 550 PAUL DEAN PETERSON A-4 Sioux Falls, South Dakota Pete arrived at West Point with an idealism that was eventually altered but never destroyed. In four years as a cadet Paul attained pop- ularity and success but never lost his sense of values. Unabashedly Paul worked towards his ultimate goal of becoming an officer. Pete will be a great officer, but to his classmates he has been a great friend. SCUBA Club 3, 2, 1: CPRC 3, 15 Military Affairs Club 3, 2, Geology Club 15 Rocket Society 1. SERGEANT RONALD STANLEY PETRICKA H-4 Richfield, Minnesota Hailing from the land of 10,000 lakes, Ron came to Woo Poo after a year ol meditation and preparation at Lawrenceville, Pet showed his efficient and hard-working nature from the start, His blonde hair, blue eyes, height ol 6 feet 4 inches and love ot sports, poetry, music, Nature and people make him the friendly, likeable guy that he is. Success is surely his to claim. Baseball 4, 3, 2, 15 Football 4: Catholic Choir 4, 3, 25 Glee Club 4, 3, 2, 1, Ski Club 2, lp Riding Club 2, 11 German Club 4, 3: S .L 2' Drama Seminar 2, 1. EEL!- ee' 'Ls LIEUTENANT ' ' TIMOTHY JON PFISTER E-3 Hamilton, Ohio Tim won his Army A with the same determination and good spirit that beat Navy and overcame the perils of Bartlett Hall, With his teddy bear by his side and a winning smile, he has never been thrown for a loss of confidence. On brave old Army Tim! Football 4, 3, 2, 11 Handball Club 4, 3, 2, 1. 'eglbfgv' SERGEANT y 'X ROY DAVIS PHILLIPS G-1 Asheville, North Carolina Roy derives from Asheville, North Carolina. His booming, outward manner won him many friends and more notoriety in the company. The backbone ol Lacrosse administration, Roy combines athletic interest with academic excellence. Good results should accompany his hard- driving attitude. Lacrosse 4, 3, 2, 1, Russian Club 3: Aero- Asrm Club 2, 1: CPRC 3, 1. by ,U SERGEANT A I 1.

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GREGORY RALSTON PEPIN C-1 Walla Walla, Washington From the wild west of Walla Walla, Greg came to West Point and brought with him a friendship to be valued and the dedication to do his best in all endeavors, The Stick was always involved in something whether it be the Ski Patrol, modeling tanks or worrying about his Jag- uar. As the real Thin Man he will easily meet and master what the future holds lor him. AIRBORNE! Arts Forum 3, 2, 15 Behavioral Science Club ski Patrol 3, 2, 1, ski Club 4, a, 2, 11 Hne 260114, 3, 2:CPRC 3, 2, 1, f 'Q LIEUTENANT WILLIAM HENRY PERRY F-3 Marion, Indiana Known to all as a man who constantly chased women and suc- ceeded in catching them, Brother Bill was always ready to get into anything that was going on. He will be remembered for the friendships he fostered withln and outside the Corps of Cadets. ? r r 2 , f WKDT Radio Stall 4, Administration Director X' X 3, 2, Business Director 11 Behavioral Sci- , ence Club 3, 2, 1: Contemporary Affairs X X Seminar 3, 2, 15 SCUSA 1. SERGEANT JAVIER OCTAVIO DE LA ROSA PERIGAULT A-1 Panama, Republica de Panama Why is lt so cold up here? asked JO one July morning and for the next tour years studied with his long overcoat on and enforced the A-1 plebe system while he asked the Area corporals for an answer. A fanatic of the rest-on-Sunday-no-mattenwhat-weekend, he will go back to his native Panama, to use his Thayer knowledge, and hit the dance floor. Fling and Crest Committee 2, 1: Computer Forum 3, 2, 1g Military Affairs Club 3: Span- ish Club 4, 3, 2, 1: Fine Arts Forum 4, 3, 2, 1: Slum and Gravy 3, 2. SERGEANT DAN PETERJOHN E-3 Minnetonka, Minnesota Dan came to us from the lrozen north country. He remained anony- mous but was always there to lend a helping hand wherever it was needed. Dan spent four years at West Point in a good company then went his own way. , X , Z Qufni as is GEORGE STUART PERKINS E-2 Saratoga Springs, New York Perle came to us plump and robust. Life here quickly slimmed him down, yet his taste for good times remained rich, Planning the next weekend, pinning on the mat, or just bombing around, he was truly a friend. 150 Football 3, 2, 15 Wrestling 2, 11 Outdoor Sportsman's Club 3, 2, 1: CPRC 3, lg Fine r 2 1 s N Arts Forum 3, 2. - L' 'g ,'.. Z ufnh T ll ini K, SERGEANT CHRIS BENNET PETERSEN F-3 Roselle, Illinois Beneath a tall and hardvworking exterior, Chris had a simple and fun- loving soul. An outstanding athlete and good sport, he made his mark on Army Basketball. Those of us who really knew Aardvark wlll always remember him for the only thing bigger than his appetite . . . his heart, Baseball 4, aaskerbail 4, 3, 2, 1. Ll EUTENANT 549

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WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER LEA PHILLIPS Ill B-4 Tangipahoa, Louisiana Chris, affectionately known as the Old Man, came to West Point with an lrish sense of humor, a three year L.S.U. education, and the ability to speak extemporaneously about any subject. He leaves the Academy deep in the memories of his many friends. Pistol 3, 2, 1, Captain 41 Sunday School Teacher 4, 3, Outdoor Sportsman 's Club 2, 15 Military Affairs Club 4, 3, 2, Brigade Open Wrestling 4, 1g Ski Club 4, 3, 2, 1, SERGEANT I WILLIAM JOHN PIEPER F-3 North Haven, Connecticut The Dancing Bear, from the rolling hills of Connecticut, came to West Point determined to make his mark on history, or rather English, A friend in every sense of the word, Billy had a heart large enough to cover everyone's needs. And someday, as we now read Chaucer, they will read Pieper. Indoor Track 4,' Outdoor Track 45 French 'lf 1 I xg Club 4, 3, 2, 1, Goat-Engineer Footballg Fine f Ans Forum 2. a Q iw A K 0. CAPTAIN f DAVID HENRY PlCKE'lT A-3 Springfield, Vermont Dave's life as a cadet revolved pretty much around his sport para- chuting. His drive and earnest competition won him many awards, Dave's father was a source of strength as Dave always kept his parents' picture on the desk. Dave's many talents and ambition will certainly make his stay in the Army a rewarding one. Parachute Club 4, 3, 2, President 1, Para- chute Team 4, 3, 2, Captain 15 Aera-Astro Club 2, 1. LIEUTENANT WAYNE JOSEPH PIECHOWIAK G-3 Feasterville, Pennsylvania Sweeping into Hudson High School from the sheltered confines of Shippensburg State College in Pennsylvania, the unpronounceable Pi quickly established himself on the soccer field as well as on the Dean's other list. Wayne will long be remembered for his music and cheerful grin. Soccer 4, 3, 2, 1, 100th Night Show 1, Hockey 4. SERGEANT GREGORY ALLEN PIERCE B-3 Las Vegas, Nevada There is the Corps of Cadets and then there is Gnat. Short in size, but the tallest flame ever to roast a bean. The B-3 halls will always ring with the encouragement the boys gave him: You'll go 'D'! Audio Club 2, T, g J.. 2' SERGEANT .9 'Q FREDERIC JOHN PINEAU E-1 West Harrison, New York Academics were his bag, between card games, that is: and stars were a come and go thing. Fred was always willing to lend a hand whether putting a cannon on the clock tower or getting a roommate through fluids or juice. Fred's pursuit ol excellence will assure him suc- cess in any endeavor. Hne Arts Forum 4, 3, 2, Woe President 1, lwlitary Affairs Club 3, 2, Track 4, 3. LIEUTENANT 551