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

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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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DAVID PAUL ANDERSON E 3 Rochester, New York Captain As our transplanted squid. Dave represented many things to us. From his smihng personahty to his athletic prowess and academic excellence, this native New Yorker was a good friend to us all. Dave ' s organization and neatness have taken him far as a cadet, and with his leadership ability, he will continue on his road to suc- cess HOWITZER 3: AIAA 3. 2. Powered Flight Seminar 2, 1 1. HAROLD GARTH ANDERSON A 2 Miles City, Montana Captain The world according to Garth is not for those weak of heart, mind or stomach. He continually refuted all myths associated with star men. and showed all of us how to live life to the fullest Garth ' s academic record and his leadership abilities leave a hard act for others to follow But his sheepish grin and quick wit leave us with a special feeling. Cvcling 4. 3. 2. 1; French Club 3; White Water Canoe Club i. Society of American Military Engineers 1. KEITH ALLEN ANDERSON D 4 Perkins, Michigan Captain Keith was a fountain of smiling encouragement, able to laugh through hardship. He inspired the Dukes and his many friends by his example rather than his words or rank. He was not without his faults. In fact. Keith often chuckled at his sometimes humorous mishaps. It is diffi- cult to say how he will be remembered. Protestant Sunday School Teacher gM df 3. 2. U Rugby 4. 3; CPRC 4. 3. 2. L Itl ,— iTI GREGORY JOHN ARGYROS B 1 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Captain Greek had the chemistry to combine stars and stripes. Greg was unlucky in cards, but lucky in love. Whether it was giving blood, breaking bones, or eating Baklava. he did It in true FFF fashion As the senior FFF member. Greek was the esteemed guardian of the sacred funnel Rugby 3. 2. 1 . Honor Committee 2. 1: SCUSA 4: Geology Club 2. 1 McKINLEY J. ARMSTRONG C 2 Washington, DC Lieutenant Never one to be less than ostentatious. Yo Bubba ' s huge stereo. GQ attire, and bally-hooed killer ability in ' gammon cast a lasting impression on C-2. Whether dealing in stocks or attempting to develop Latin-Ameri- can natural resources. Strong will be a smash wherever he goes. TODD WILLIAM ARNOLD D 4 Hanover, Pennsylvania Captain Todd was always a week ahead in his studies, never missed a movie and still made it to the rack before Taps, A calm individual until he got behind the wheel of his car or opened up the arsenal in his trunk- He was always willing to take one more friend home on leave and help anyone in a pinch. 452

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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