United States Naval Academy - Lucky Bag Yearbook (Annapolis, MD)

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5 David James Lucchesi Manassas, Virginia , Mathematics Surface Warfare The line is long and distinguished: there was I, A, S, C. G, K, and who could forget Skelctor (Cheese is trying to). His USNA experience was bumpy. Elke broke his heart, he broke his car; sports ravished his knees, he ravished the aforementioned. L.B. could be seen with his rooster doo and progressive clothes giving rides to ' ■Lizards ' in his chick magnet. Excesses were a large part of his non-studious career (ie. REM and alcohol (twice around, up and down)). If Cheese wasn ' t spending his Christmas in Hawaii or diving in the Keys, he was furthering international relations in Time ' s Square. This full contact basketball champ and skiing stud muffin found pleasure in expoiting those obvious weaknesses in his shipmates. In the end, this Manassassian used his ' oh so fine rack study skills to prepare himself to be the finest minesweepin ' officer in Bluejacket history. Good luck Dave, it was . . . ,well you know! TGK Keith Edward Miller Cheyenne, Wyoming Chemistry Nuclear Power — Surface If ever there was an individual who exemplified every desirable and outstanding quality. Doc Miller was it. King of the first impression. Screen was nearly as flawless as he made our parents believe. However, the nerds were way off when they formulated their opinions of his suppossed innocence. Although charm, wit, intelligence and quiesence were mere portions of his total package, those who truely knew him saw other traits. Vociferous at times and asleep perpetually, this native Cheyennophyte dabbled in chemistry and made his four years on the banks of the Severn a success, despite a shakey beginning with Lt. Awesome and SCI 01. Upperclassdome brought with it numerous lady friends of all ages (all legal of course) and less free time than a ploober has — that is what ' s in store for an aspiring Honor Guru. Of course there was always time for a little Mecca. May calm seas and fair winds be with you always! God bless you Nuke Stud. DJL John Francis O ' Brien Mclean, Virginia History Naval Flight Officer As John reflects back on his four years at USNA, he can take pride in having had a complete midshipman experience, ranging from varsity soccer player to second class battalion commander. The Fanatic earned his nickname through his intense love for military history and his relentless efforts to ensure high standands among the striper organization. O.B. worked hard and played hard all four years at USNA. He could frequently be spotted on the hunt in town or on the road toward Hood, Goucher, or other targets of opportunity. Yet, when the party was over, John was back in the hall excelling academically in front of his EE or German book. It is questionable whether his athletic talents or military bearing earned this scholar-athlete more fame, but Johnny O. won ' t be easily forgotten. Look John!! That plebe is holding his cover improperly!! KAV Benjamin Braman Peet Providence. Rhode Island General Engineering Naval Aviation Ben, Ben, Ben. I guess it was inevitible to end up with you as a roommate. You ' ve got to admit, we ' ve been like brothers for the past three years, even with your gross music, my excessive clean- liness, and our different interests. Your heart ' s in the right place. Maybe the four of us will end up on the same carrier someday! — Chipper. The only friend 1 know that has an infinite number of relatives. I don ' t know how vou ' ll spend all your time now that your Naval Academv sailing career is over — just maybe you can try working out every once in awhile. No matter how you spend it, I imagine vou ' ll always be having fun. Best of luck and always remember the four! — Jeffy We survived youngster year together despite many attempts on your part not to. Remember the shaving cream? Many beers and hangovers later, we ' re still friends. Imagine that! All the luck, see you on the beach. — Rich 453

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Keith Allen Goetz Olympia, Washington Mathematics Air Force A viation Keith began his USNA career in Lucky 1 3 at a strapping 1 35 lbs. Hailing from Olympia, WA., his devotion remained with one Molly Bee. After screening his classmates from heat all year, he made the move to Fightin ' 5. There he began to grow physically, especially in cover size which, as Kip and I can attest, reached global proportion. Soon after one memorable and expensive weekend, his devotion faltered. He soon became known as Emillio, making frequent trips to U of M in order to maintain civil military relations with several young ladies. One of these trips, while conducting unrep ops, found Gucch ' faced with a real live fatal attraction. Falling in and out of love almost continuously, Keith began first class year with a resurrected Beemer and an emest desire to wear powder blue. All kidding aside, there ' s lots of great memories bud, good luck in flight school and take care. Through good and bad . . . friends forever. DCB Steven Mitchell Graves Cedar Rapids, Iowa History Naval Aviation Well Red, it ' s been a couple of tough years. You leave USNA with a much better understanding of many things: salmon fishing, girls (Dahlgren girls to be exact), and Jack D. ( My head keeps flipping back and forth. ), just to name a few. I ' ll sure miss those talk sessions that lasted till zero dark hundred. Yea, right! Lets never forget 1 9 hours of sleep with our $ 1 50 beards in bear infested Denali. Nothing quite like eating with the bugs. The salmon fishing at Soldotna was definitely a highlight of first class summer. Where did that $500 go anyway? The rest went to the yuppie George Jetson-mobile. I guess the best way to sum it all up is a. coupl e of key words: country music, fish, farm, Alaska, bars, bikes, Baltimore babes (hey we never did get new w — .), but most of all, friendship. Best of luck to you and N. God bless and please keep in touch. AGC Christopher Lee Harkins Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Systems Engineering Nuclear Power — Submanines Who could ever forget the baby-faced kid from New Hartford, starting his Navy career by taking laughing lessons from the 1 9th platoon commander during plebe summer. Having learned his lessons well, Chris continued to laugh his way through Navy U. Who wouldn ' t with a good luck horseshoe embedded deep in his bowels? From a youngster year liason with an old friend (who just happened to be a plebette), through a dislocated kneecap which left him ineligible for protramid but eligible for a three week Cocoa Beach vacation, and even throuch a tense 8-week period during 2 C year in which he was forced to park his 300ZX in the yard — Chris laughed his way through all the trials and onto brigade staff 1 C year. Of course, the question is, will the scrog monster ' s wiles cause another female to gasp, I ' m melting, or has his little marine from Duke put an end to Chris ' philandering? RWT, JOB, TRS Kyle Duane Kliewer Port Orchard, Washington Mathematics Surface Warfare When Kyle came to Fifth company, he showecf us his true self when he became known for hour long showers, massive rack time, and jazz music above the threshold of pain into his headphones. As second class year hit, the sleep disappeared and showers were squeezed in between studying and writing music for the Drum Buggle Corps. His Jazz was toned down through the Trident Brass which he became president of first class year. The Meat ' s intense style of playing bo th the bells for D B and piano will always be remembered. As a second class, Kyle joined the Officers ' Christian Fellowship and played piano for all the retreat talent shows. More than a few D Ber ' s will remember Kyle for the D B Bible study discussions that he helped lead. As a Surface Line selectee, Kyle has prepared his coffee mug through heavy use. After rooming with him for two years, I can say that Kyle is a great guy and a great friend. Good luck and God bless. MWS 452

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Timothy Richard Schick Manila, New York Aerospace Engineering Naval Flight Officer Tim came to Navy U. four years ago a starry-eyedidealist. He promptly started stretching. Though he is still not flexible, Tim has accomplished quite a bit. Through single-minded dedication to success, Tim not only survived the daunted aerospace engineering program, but actually did well enough to make it into the quarter century club by service selection. As it that weren ' t enough, he became the reincarnation of Bruce Lee (it ' s not a sport, it ' s a way of life). The schickster was the owner of the most closely watched stomach in the brigade (am I fat yet?). Unfortunately, Tim never did master the art of driving. Oh well, he ' s going to be an NFO anyway. A fine one at that. I ' m not going to say good luck, because Tim doesn ' t need it, and it probably wouldn ' t help anyway. Knock ' em dead. Blade! RWT Michael William Sneath Grand Haven, Michigan Computer Science Naval Aviation From the start, Mike showed unique talents at expressing his viewpoints to others. His Christian punk music filled the halls during peak traffic hours like formations. His sense of duty and forcenjlness proved for interesting conversations, like discussing first class cruise options with the company officer. Being a member of OCF, he surprised many people with his singing talents and ability to flip the slides for the overheads. During second class year, he became a true computer science major by being unsat every grading period except for the finals. He will be known as the man who lived for nights by sleeping during the day just so he could stay up and do homework. But above all, his ability to pull through in tough situations despite the odds was an inspiration to us all. Mike has been an excellent and needed friend during the last couple of years. Good luck, God bless, and Go Navy! KDK Frank Alexander Snyder Annapolis, Maryland Mathematics U.S. Marine Corps Frank and I go back to NAPS. I recall that he was very happy there and had a wonderful roommate. While at USNA Frank never knew whether he was coming or going. For instance, while at a restaurant an Annapolitan informed him of his backwards shoulder boards. Frank studied very rigorously, at least once a month. Every once in a while he would diet by only eating breakfast, lunch, dinner, and in between meal snacks. At Navy, he was a real lady ' s man. Midshipmen really loved his dietetic body. Frank, being the nice guy he is, had his share of experience with them. He literally had to peel them off. I am pleased to announce that he got his long time wish of humping a pack, wearing a high and tight, and ooo raaing. I congradulate both Frank and the Marine Corps. Let ' s have three cheers for the voting officer. I am happy he was able to get rid of those armidillos. Good luck, but remember I won ' t be there to hear the alarm. AES James Jay Stewart Trenton, Ohio Physical Science Surface Warfare When writing a description of Jim, one would have great prob- lems summing up his whole spectrum of experiences on one page. Very possibly it could become the only publication in history longer than his famous lists of things to do. Rumor has it that included in these lists of things to do was a note to himself reminding himself to make a list of things to do. Always one who could find himself in strange situations, Jim was accustomed to being handcuffed in his room, waking up face down at Cheese ' s Bam Party, or spending weekends in Smoke Hall as a result of run- ins with 0-3 submariners. Loved by all the ladies. Smoothie had the natural moves to knock their socks oiT. He finally met his match first class year and in the process nearly put in a request for a precedent setting coed room. With an assignment to the Big Stick, Jim is sure to impress all who cross his path. Good luck Jim, seriously. MAC 454