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

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MARK HARTLEY AYERS C 4 Atlanta, Georgia Lieutenant This Army Brat returned to West Point in a not-so- enjoyable homecoming. As a cowboy and a respected individual. Mark earned a special niche within us all. Some say he led a private life at times, but a tempo- rary setback was not enough to dishearten a coura- geous fellow and a friend to us all. Class Committee 4, Protestant Ush- ers and Acolytes 4. 3. 2. 1. SCUSA 2: Finance Forum 2. BRUCE ARCHER BABBITT G 1 Port Angeles, Washington Lieutenant Booboo came to the Grizzlies via the Prep School and immediately got his feet wet going 20,000 leagues un- der in all that he did. Bruce will always remain close in our hearts as we look back on his relentless determina- tion and devotion to share himself with those around him. SCUBA 4. 3. 2. 1 (President): SCU- BA Instructor Group 2, 1; Tactics Club 2. 1. BRIAN KERRY BALFE E 2 Cornwall, New York Lieutenant Hailing from Cornwall. Brian was working here before most people had even heard of West Point; neverthe- less, his eight-mile sprint soon became legend Pyr hanging out with the Firsties at T H F Yyr went to the Dogs. Cyr-up at MIT Fyr Do It for the KIDS! BS L Seminar 3, 2. 1 (President): French Club 3. 2. 1: Domestic Affairs Forum 3. 2. 1; JV Soccer 4. KURT RAYO BARKER B 1 Evanston, Wyoming Lieutenant Kurt, the oldest Barbarian, guarded more of the grey walls of WOOPs than any other Cadet in History Kurt studied in order to maintain a respectable QPA despite the psychic perils of the infamous CHOKE This wild Country kid was known for his expertise in jungle oper- ations and guns. Rifle 4, Ring and Crest Committee 4, CHARLES RAY BABERS G 2 Calvert, Texas Captain A truly singular individual. Charlie didn ' t seem to fit any conventional category. No one ever totally understood how he did. but those who knew him know that what he did he did well. Protestant Sunday School Teacher 4. 3. 2. J. FCA 2. 1 (Vice President): Men s Indoor Track 4, 3, 2, 1 (Cap- tain). «►- 1 W 454 i imim Ufm lETEB ' «lli ' ' (Oik ' «Qlli(, So lllill

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ni GERALD RONALD ANDREWS. JR. H 3 Lompoc, California Lieutenant When Buddy came lo West Point, he refused to leave behind his native California sunshine. Buddy could al- ways find a way of looking at the brighter side of everything When BAF wasn ' t complaining about the cold, he was diligently studying Aero or FR400 Keep on flying. Buddy, the Air Force will miss you and so will the Hamsters. Catholic Chapel Choir 3. 2. 1 (Presi- dent); Men ' s Cross Country 4. 3 (Manager): SCUBA 2. 1: Flying Club 2. 1. JOHN ELROY ANZALONE A 2 New Orleans, Louisiana Lieutenant During Zoner ' s years here he never lost sight of his ideals His standards will always be an example for others to follow. John ' s fast paced life in the batmo- bile always provided for great adventure stories. Al- ways a gentleman and a friend. John will become an officer anyone will be proud to follow. Fencing 4. 3, 2, 1. JOSEPH PAUL APERFINE, JR. B 1 Wintersville, Ohio Lieutenant Apes, the largest member of the FFF. made Joe ' s Bar and Grill famous Joe earned his way into the FFF with his high academic standing and his prowess in athletic endeavors It didn ' t take much for Joe to mix up a wild and crazy time. Football 4. 3.; Team Handball 2. 1. Geology Club 3. 2. 1 (Vice Presi- dent). EDWARD DAVID ARRINGTON HI Blackwood, New Jersey Lieutenant A friend is someone who will tell us things about our- selves that we may not want to hear, and a person with whom we may be sincere and think aloud. Ed is one such friend Ed is a scholar and an athlete, and aspires to be a doctor Above all. however. Ed is someone we can go back to when we need his friendship Football 4. 3. 2. 1. Track 3. CPRC 3. 2. 1 ERNEST CARL AUDINO C 3 Hyannis, Massachusetts Lieutenant If Ernie was not working on his Corvette or lifting weights, he could be catching up on his art works or listening to hard rock Coming from Cape Cod he brought with him a quick wit and refined partying skills (which he used extensively) He will be remembered for his special brand of friendship Weight Team 2. 1. Automotive Fo rum 3. 2. POINTER 3. 2. 1. Theater Arts Guild 4. 3. 2 ALAN WAYNE AVERY E 3 Vidalia, Georgia Captain Alan excelled in all of his undertakings at the Academy He has clearly developed a foundation that will contin ue to ensure complete success in all of his future en deavors Spanish Club 4. 3. Hunting and Fish mg Club 3, Honor Committee 2, 1. Phi Kappa Phi 2. 1 453

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ii . Capt i( 10 Mi- ll ' «»«»:;. BRIAN NEIL BAKER CI Woodbridgc, Virginia Lieutenant Brian came to W,P, for the money, a Mazda RX-7, and an academic challenge. Brian ' s friendly and easy-going personality charmed any girl who met him. However, with a surprising time of less than 2 minutes in the half- mile, Brian was able to dodge most attempts to tie him down. HOWITZER 3. 2; Cycling 4. 3; American Culture Seminar 4. 3: TEC 2. 1: French Club 3. ' DAVID JOHN BAKER Merrimack, New Hampshire E-3 Lieutenant Dave was one of a kind. As an athlete he was an animal down low and magic up high. Dave, the world traveller, once spent a week crawling through the streets of Paris seeing Europe from the ground up. The Magic Man could always be counted on to provide us with wit, help, or anything else that we needed. Men s Soccer 4, 3, 1. Car Committee 2, DAVID PAUL BAKER 12 Littleton, Colorado Lieutenant Bakes had a special place in his heart for Country music and Michigan, Dave loved his Camaro almost as much as he needed his cigarettes. Bakes read constantly . . . but never textbooks . . and mastered the technique of studying by osmosis. He will always shine in our hearts. Class Committee 4, 3, 2, 1; Honor Committee 2, J. SCUSA 1. JETER SCOTT BARNHILL 11 Cabot, Arkansas Lieutenant Jeter has made an impression upon all of us He has demonstrated that the impossible can be done, especial- ly if you have a little ingenuity. It can always be said that he carried the sweet smell of success with him Society of American Military Engi- neers 2, 1: Skeet and Trap Team 3. 2. 1. LAUREEN MARY BARONE E 3 Tuxedo, New York Lieutenant Bars, the only surviving woman of the Eagles ' Nest, possessed many talents Her outgoing personality gained her many friends Excelling at many sports, she is probably best known for her defensive play in soccer Her love for life will mark her for success in whatever she does Women ' s Basketball 4; Women ' s Soccer 3, 2. 1 (Co-Captain); Spanish Club 3. JAMES EDWARD BARRINGER F 1 Los Angeles, California Sergeant Although often aghast at his many appearances on the disciplinary sheet, Jim exhibited all the qualities of an ambitious Cadet Jim made the best of his cadet exper- ience and will employ his many personal strengths to benefit the Army French Club 2; Spanish Club 3, 2. Domestic Affairs Forum 3. 455 jA| i