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

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ALAN EDWIN RUEGEMER Saint Joseph, Minnesota 1-3 ' 4 Big Al was a member in good standing of the old A-4 fun and games committee. What Big Al lost in height, he more than made up for in personality. Just like the sailor with a girl in every port, Cap- tain Nemo would return from his many Glee Club trips after comiuering the hearts of girls all across the country including Miss USA 75 and Miss Min- nesota. Rueggy is the true Minnesotan, playing football in January ' s snowy plain and studying by osmosis before his daily 0100 shower. Glee Club 4, 3, 2. 1; Section Leader 1; Catholic Choir 4, 3. 2, 1; CPRC 3, 2, 1; Class Com- mittee 4, 1. Platoon Leader WILLIAM EARL RYAN III C-3 Springfield, Virginia Out of Springfield burst wild Billy in search of adventure, finally settling on the Hudson High- lands. The fun bunch will never forget those plays in centerfield or tho se kick returns, but most of all, we ' ll remember him as a guiding light for that motley crew known as B-2. SCUSA 2, 1. Battalion Executive Officer THEODORE STANLEY RUSSELL, JR. Brookline, New Hampshire B-3 Although Ted sometimes struck us as eccentric with his propensity for Psych electives, we always overlooked this minor transgression and will always remember Ted for his ability to communi- cate, his understanding of others, his invaluable friendship and the resolute, Blucher-like expres- WKDT 4, 3; Outdoor Sports- man 4, 3; Cadet Fine Arts Forum 4, 3, 2; Beha iorai Sci- ence Club 2; Cardinal New- man Forum 3, 2, 1; Cycling Club 3, 2. Company Commander GRAY LINCOLN SALADA Gainesville, Florida A-4 Gray came to West Point full of ambition and adrenalin. He got down at once to business, explored the hidden worlds of West Point and developed situations to the fullest, and soon became a local legend in opening up new opportu- nities. He wins our respect and friendship, for his loyalty, concern, and dedication to his principles, but most of all, for his cheerful humor when there is no hope for humor. Sailing Club 4, 3, 2, 1; Russian Club 4, 3; French Club 4, 3, 2, I. GEORGE JOHN SAMUELSON I-l Reno, Nevada Reno has one sure bet every time, and that is George Samuelson. Man gave everyone encour- agement and inspiration especially by his friendly disposition. Man showed everyone that a Navy brat can make an outstanding cadet. He will also be remembered for his ability to excel in the social sciences and his determination shown in the engi- neering department. Skydiving Club 3, 2; Ski Club 2, 1; Chinese Language Club 4,3. Company Commander nV 567

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EDWARD NELSON ROUSE, JR. North Chatham, New York G-3 Ed came down from North Chatham with this idea in mind to graduate. He never let that goal slip below his horizon. Known to many and a friend to all, he ke[)t his [)ers[ ective on life at all times. History was his favorite and armor his dream. West Point loses a good cadet but the Army gains a great officer. MilHury Affairs Club 4, 3; Marathon Club 3, 2, 1; Ger- man Club 4, 3; Honor Com- mittee 2, I. Platoon Leader ( 4i DAVID C. ROST Buffalo, New York G-2 STEVEN WADE ROTKOFF Croton, New York E-4 The kind of person who, after having known him for just a short time, seems like a brother. He ' s always first to praise others for their accom- plishments and to diminish the significance of his own outstanding achievements. He always has time for people; to give someone a hand or just to say hi. His only fault is his absolute, uninhi- bited honesty, a rare commodity in recent days. Hockey 4, 3, 2,1. Platoon Leader Steven was a beacon for us all in both work and play but especially during the honor incident. However, the serious side wasn ' t what won him permanent friends, since his E-4 friends remember his days before surgery and know the real A man walked for our salvation. Honor Rep. 2, 1; CPRC 1; Act- ing Troupe 4, 2. : . LEWIS STUART ROWELL Lumberton, North Carolina 1-2 Training Sergeant Stu came to West Point as a Rebel from North Carolina. He excelled in everything he did and left a fine e.xample for others to follow. The Army will definitely gain a great deal from his intelligence, diligent attitude, and his keen mind in engineering. Most of all, especially his close friends will remember him for his partying. CPRC 3, 2, 1; Theatrical Sup- port Group 3; Fine Arts Forum 4; Military Affairs Club 1; Outdoor Sportsman ' s Club I. KEVIN B. RUE Duarte, California D-ll He went cruisin ' into West Point on a surfboard, I to the tune of ALL Summer Long. Ghosting i from the T.D. became a pastime and graduation r the means to a new beginning. He ' s California i Dreamin ' forever. The greatest friend a guy could have — if you like the Beach Boys. Portuguese Club 4, 3 (Trea- surer 3): CCD 4; Cardinal Newman Forum 4, 3; Rugby Football 3, 2,1. Academic Sergeant r jiinttei Uwi Mfuianii ki iallikellii iflerc snntn ' all. Rue Ml in J «ie;l;C mc. illteil. PitooiLei fiLL]. : friiiffie OiiofS( fclim, Alkl iMIerfisl ' ill rtinei !Sli;cre« KSJ2,I. ifflikE J 66

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