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

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GARY LLOYD MESICK E-4 Washington Lieutenant Throughout the entire four years, Gary has been a tul ' friend. Always relaxed and easy to get along Afith, he has provided us with the help and encour- agement to pull us through the hard tinnes. With us s nse of humor, he showed us how to laugh at ourselves. Intelligent, congenial and athletic, Gary las all the attributes to go a long way. Catholic Sunday School Teacher 4; Catholic Choir 4.3: SCUSA 4. 1; CRPC 3.2.1: Pointer 3,2.1: Human Relations Council 2,1. BRYANT SCOTT Pennsylvania MESSNER F-2 Sergeant Along with Flight. Block. Merk. and Bark, Cork was a wild man both on the football field and off, and he spent the better part of first semester kicking the daylights out of the ball. Corky will always remain one of the most likable guys we ' ve ever known, and he ' s sure to take the Army by storm. Football 4.3.2.1: Class Committee Activities Chairman 2,1: Ring and Crest Committee 4.3: SCUSA 2.1: West Point Forum 1: STAR 1978 1. DEAN FREDRICK MIELKE HI Minnesota Sergeant Dean came to West Point from the wilds — Mankato, Minnesota. He was raised in old Circus-2 and trans- planted in the Hawg country of H-1. A runner by nature and a wrestler by choice. De an did well in intramurals. With his nose to the grindstone and eye to the future. Dean can look ahead to an accom- plished Army career. r KEVIN LEROY MILLER El Missouri Sergeant Always on weekend, Kevin saw the sights of the area through the bottom of a beer mug. Known for his good looks (probably just his car ' s), he was never seen without one or two young ladies at his side. Ask the CCQ. he received their phone calls. Kevin will now be able to watch all these girls ' while at the MP shack! Cadet Gospel Choir 3.2: Cadet Fine Arts Forum 4.3: Dialectic Society 4.3. «£P

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RALPH FRANK MEONI New York E-2 Captain Ralpho. is a tough little Ranger from the Island. He believed in the institution, but realized that West Point was only a means for a better life in the future, not an end His early days with the Gophers found him knee-deep in shaving cream. A true leader — en- during life with maturity and unselfishness. DRIVE ON! Class Treasurer 3.2.1; Judo Club 3; Finance Club 1; Outdoorsman Club 2: Portuguese Club 4,3,2. DOUGLAS CHARLES MILLER E-2 New Jersey Lieutenant Doug is the personification of the axiom speak soft- ly but carry a big stick. Whether on the fields of friendly strife, battling the Dean or shooting the breeze, Doug added class to the Dog ' s act. His sincere friendship and motivation will always be re- membered- Scoutmaster ' s Council 4, 3, 2, 1 . Cadet Academic Council 2,1; Kay- aking Club 3; Outdoor sportsman ' s Club 2 V- ■ - JAMES RONALD MERRIKEN A-3 North Carolina Sergeant ' Against boredom, even the gods themselves strug- gle in vain, but the fearsome fivesome will always remain. It is tradition for a close friend to write another ' s biography. However. 1 would like to ex- press my appreciation and gratitude to those who have made my past four years of experiences possi- ble as well as cherishable; especially my parents. God Bless You All. Football 4.3.2.1. Ski Instructor Group 4.3.2,1. SAMUEL JUDSON MERRILL, JR Ca Florida Captair Hailing fr om that warm Florida climate with an ever warmer Merrill smile, no one could have better led the Fighting Cocks into the final trials of 1979 ' s West Point than Sam His perception and perspective will make him an excellent officer and an even better friend. Sam should know nothing but success, if the best man wins in the end. Class Committee 4.3.2,1: Academy Lyceum 4.3.2.1; CPRC 3.2.1; SCUSA 3.2. GREGORY EARL MILLER HI Ohio Lieutenant Greg came to West Point in an effort to further his education and become an Army Officer. He was known to his buddies as someone they could always rely on. No matter what he was doing he was always working hard and trying to improve himself. The kid from Ohio will do well for Kimself after graduation. JOHN ARTHUR MILLER B-1 New Jersey Sergeant The ghost of the Beta House. Johnny has got to be the epitome of quietness Between all of his juice electives and pistol practice, he was always getting psyched down for something Beneath the inscrutable exterior, though, was a big heart and a flashy smile that won him friends for a long time B-1 and the Pistol Team are going to miss him. Protestant Chapel Ushers and Acolytes 4.3.2.1; Outdoor Sports- man ' s Club 2.1; Pistol Club 4.3,2.1 (President 1); Pistol Team 4,3,2.1. 528

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m m JAMES HARVEY MINNON A-3 Mississippi Lieutenant When Jim wasn ' t talking, arguing, complaining, or disagreeing, or when he wasn ' t partying, drinking, or dancing, he was helping a friend. For Jim. there are two ways to do things: his way and the wrong way. Brine-Boy. P-Brain. Dog. Guinzo, and Clam will never forget this member of our unique group. 150 Football 4. JEFFREY LYNN MISNER B-4 Maryland Sergeant So he passed over, and all the trumpets sounded fori him on the other side. Pistol 4.3.2.1; Orienteering Team 3.2.1; Cadet Public Relations Council 3,2. GEORGES MOLINARI A-4 Rhode Island Lieutenant Always to be remembered for his co-operative and energetic attitude, the versatile and talented Rhode- Islander could always be counted on Recognized for his expertise as a scholar, skier, and sleeper, he could always be found passing out juice and Fluids poop or drinking coffee at Grant. His loss to A-4 and West Point will be the Army ' s gain. JAMES MOLNAR New Jersey H-4 Lieutenant French 3.2.1. Club 4.3.2.1; Ski Club ' Mole ' was the Hog who always had something to say, whether it was relevant or not- Never known to turn down a beer; Mole always grabbed for all the gusto he could. He will never be forgotten among those who knew him. We all wish him the best of luck in the future with the Army. Goat-Engineer Football 2: Rugby 2.1. 530