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

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JOSEPH MICHAELTEDESCOJK. 1-8 M(itii-()c ille, Pi ' iiiisyKaiiia Hiiivly i ' si ' ;i|)iM}r Ihe evil clulchos of tln ' ninth an l T;k ' (Icpartnu ' iUs, Joe conlinui ' il his ( adi-t i-ari ' LT- as a Inp Hon 4 ilev. Oh those I ' veninfr cxi-ursions in Highland Falls, licfr ami Pretzels after taps, afternoon ilrives, wiffs. His first con- eern is people. A preat friend who will be a fine officer. Fourth Class Glee Club 4: I ' liinrt-htss Give Cliih 3. I: r.i( e( H i;i Hunils 4. .J. 2. 1: Golf Team 4. S. 2. ditlcl Biwit Platoon Sergeant DOUGLAS BENSON TESDAHL Vancouver, Washington H-1 Gentle Ben was a man of few words hut much action. His love of skiing and marathon runninjr kept him busy year ' round. Ben proved to the Academy that, The Pen is mightier than the Sword. A true individual and man of principle, his friendliness, sense of humor and truilar playing will he lontr rememhere l hy his classmates. Cl ' RC :i: Ski Pitlrol 4. 3. 2. 1: Ski Instructors 4, 3: Poetry Seminur 4: Cyelinfr Club 4, 3: Muruthon Club 2, 1: Aero Astro Cluh I Battalion Serjreant Major WILLIAM ROBERT TERRY West AU ' o, New Jersey To lie a zoomie was his ilream To pounil the trround his fati ' Hi ' came to lie a s ildier first .■ scholar not too jrtal To maintain his cool Bill liked to do To 111 ' pushed too fary iur mistake Fur when he is, his mighty cool Turns to a mighty fire. Gosi el Choir 4: liehnvionil Science Club 4: White Wiiter Cnnoeinf:: I. Battalion Operations Officer B-2 4 JEFFERY E. TENSFELDT Laguna Beach, California F-4 Physical fitness, that ' s the name of the aume for Jeff. Always challenging, always winninK- To him, go ' mg lielow 2.1 in OPE was e(iuivalenl to g-oing D. His desire to excel led him into various other activities too numerous to last. Through it all he never once forgot the value of friendship. He ' s cer- tainly a good example for the yellow patch he wears, Rangers Lead The Way. Ski Club 4. 3. 2. 1: Ski Putrol 3, 1; VSAFA Semester E ch:infre 2: Rufrby 3. 2: CPRC 3: Cross Country 4: Volleyball 4: Scuba Club 4: Catholic Choir 4. 3. 2. 1: Glee Cluli4. I. Company Commander 5: 581

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JOSEPH ' Ijlonrocvil tljCSt L„lTacJ ' f intirsii I ' idcrlaps. ,([«« ' ■ Ippifdass f)ilfl P I SIMON JOHN TAFLAN Bridgeport, Ohio H-2 Taf came to 1-2 after two years at Ohio State and it took him two more years to realize he was no longer a civilian. No one can forfjet I ' m seri- ous, this is no B.S. He always lived up to his per- sonal motto, Wine, Women and Song — they shoul l never lie flat. Rufrliv 4. 3. 2. 1: Chinese Cluh ■I, 3: SCVSA 2. 1: WKDT Stiifni. 2: Music Scminnr 4. 3. 2; Portuguese Club 4. Platoon Leader REX S. TAKASUGI Camp Springs, Maryland F-4 Rex was a demon on the courts, a wizard with a computer, and a superior scholar in the classroom. This small and quiet man showed a great under- standing of himself and others, an l though perfec- tion of his abilities and service to the Cori),s kept him l)usv, he always found time to be a friend. JERRY TALIAFERRO Brownsville, Tennessee J. T., reverently recognized as Hit Man, inno- cently entered West Point as a mellow fellow. In time the old A-3 cowboys introduced him to the pleasures of women, the concept of good times, and the art of partying. He was a good student and learned ([uickly. Eventually J. T. will gallop out of West Point as a better mellow man. Honor Committee 2 3: Chinese Club 4, 1: CPRC 3: Com- Behavioral Science Club 4, 3, puter Forum 4, 3, 2: Glee Club 4. Regimental Training 4th Class ' Officer Wm3 2.1. Platoon Sergeant GREGORY S. TATE Virginia Beach, Virginia H-3 By leading the way in all aspects of cadet life Greg has shown that he is someone we can all look up to. Never at a loss for words, his ability to com- municate will no doubt make him a top officer. We know that Greg is destined to be a big success in the Armv. Fellowship of Christian Ath- letes 4. 3: Fine Arts Forum 4. 3: Ring anti Crest Committee (Regimental Chairman 4. 3. 2, 1): Ski Club 1. BOCGLi ' Geifci WW, His ' V kim I • ' ailtiiiv t S»(ir(l, ' i fefritnilli, illfcliiig ««i«jrj; alliOB • ■lalionj 580

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RANDALL JAY THADY Jonesboro, Illinois C-2 WILLIAM RAY TETRO Elmira, Oregon E-3 I Coming from the faraway Beaver State, Bill truly excelled in academics, athletics, and leader- ship, but most outstandingly in friendship. A big man we will always remember. 150 lb. Football 4, 3, 2, 1; Honor Committee 1. Company Executive Officer Randy ' s four years of cadet life have developed | many lasting friendships throughout the corps, i With his bright red hair and equally bright person- ! ality, Randy has been a much welcomed spark to a ; sometimes trying four years. His competitive spirit and pursuit for new challenges will take him far. Outdoor Sportsman French Club 3, 2, 1. 2. 1; lERRA Terry s iojieliig ' i seieverlos fc ' top ' ' neks, »! iirtaiwroi F 4 JAMES ANTHONY THIEL Lawrenceville, Illinois A-3 One of the most dedicated guys in old D-2 and always more than willing to lend a helping hand, Jim was a true friend to all who knew him. If friends were a measure of a man ' s wealth, Jim would be a millionaire! Catholic Chapel Choir 4, 3, 2, 1; 4th Class Glee Club 4; Ger- man Club 4, 3, 2; Math Forum 2; CPRC2; Biology Club 1. Platoon Sergeant I f, KEVIN PORTER THOMPSON Kings Park, New York Buggsy, Packrat, K. P. or K. T. everyone knew Kevin. Gifted with a joyful personality, a common touch, the scent of a lacrosse or soccer field, and the true meaning of a friendship, Kevin had no trouble relating to people. Kings or laymen, K. P. enlightened and brought enjoyment to everyone. With the leadership ability some people are not born with and that others crave to have but will never obtain, Kevin will have success in any field he wishes. Dialectic Society 3, 2; Rabble Rousers 4, 3; Soccer 4. PHILIP SCOTT THOMPSON Newark, Delaware Every Fanatic Loves an Argument — Phil ' s favorite philosophy, never simply accepting what he is told, Phil will never be a yes man. His straightforwardness, ability to enjoy life, and his desire to know why can only help him in the Army. We are fortunate to have such a friend. Glee Club 4. 3. 2. 1; Chapel Choir 4, 3; French Club 3. 2, 1. Brigade Sergeant Major Company Training Officer TILLED Tkata ' tetleri fc fini ( a«eet »,aii(i ' ' 11 i J, loir J j tnlj. S82