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Over the course of his career, Dave held numerous positions, but his favorite was as an employee of Mitutoyo. Mitutoyo was a metrology instrument company, and he sold plastic molding equipment as well as other optical equipment for over 25 years. The plastic industry was taken over quickly by the Chinese and shriveled up in Colorado. For a time, Dave had his own metrology equipment sales company and flew his plane around the United States to sell plastic molding equipment.
Dave was an avid pilot and held his license for over 55 years. His plane was Katrina, a retractable gear Piper Arrow which he sold a little over a year ago. He enjoyed going out for the proverbial 100-dollar hamburger or 200-dollar chili rellenos.
While living in Colorado, Dave met Mary-Jane Starbuck in 1988 on second base during a softball game. The couple dated for years before marrying on March 17, 1995. Mary-Jane had two children, Arianna and Nathanial, and Dave and Nathanial became very close. Arianna’s son Tyler also spent a lot of time with Dave in his early life.
In 2008 Dave and Mary-Jane made the difficult decision to move to Virginia, though they continued to travel back to Colorado frequently to see children and grandchildren. Both enthusiastic boaters, they joined the United States Power Squadron (USPS) and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCG). Dave was the Treasurer for the Northern Virginia squadron for many years and a staff officer at USCG. He and Mary-Jane made many lifelong friends while boating with the USPS and crewing with the USCG.
Another great pleasure was spending time with their friends at Captain John S. Beach Marina, where they kept the boat for many years. Their boat was one of the highlights of their lives and they missed it terribly when it sank. They loved their home in Farnham on the Banks of the Moraticco Creek. They hosted the delightful "Day at the Creek" for Power Squadron friends for several years.
Dave had a zest for life and for learning. He loved rock and roll like AC/DC, enjoyed swing dancing and concerts. He enjoyed studying the stock market, had his ham radio license and was active with the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), and he was trying to learn locksmithing.
A service will be held at Currie funeral home in Kilmarnock on August 2, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at Cornerstone Church in Leesburg, VA at 1100 on 26 April. The service will also be streamed.
Bill was raised Catholic and attended St. Columbus High School, Villanova University and Sienna College. His first job was stocking goods at his Father s grocery store in Scotia, N.Y. After graduating as a Geologist he moved to California with his first wife Nancy Austin where they both worked for The US Geologic Survey. Years later they moved to Northern Virginia and started sailing Anodyne on the Chesapeake Bay. After Nancy s death Bill became a passionate sailor - even dodging pirates on multiple occasions.
In 1990 Bill married Carol Wesley and became a proud stepdad to William Ashley Gum and John Wesley Gum and an old dog Champ in Herndon. He continued to sail - in the bay - across oceans and explored every continent on Earth. The boys shared his love for the outdoors and his respect for nature. Bill raised bees, had gardens, planted trees. He skied, enjoyed deep sea diving, hiked mountains, brewed beer and made good wine. He took pleasure in long and active volunteering for Herndon Historical Association.
Bill is survived by his wife Carol and his sons Ash and Wes. He will be missed by their wives Kate and Maureen - grandsons Christopher and Kai and granddaughter Mary - brother Edward and sisters Jackie and Marilyn and numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, friends and fellow Methodists from Great Falls United Methodist Church.
There will be a Celebration of Life for him on Saturday, August 17 11:00 AM at Great Falls United Methodist Church. Following the service there will be a gathering at their home - 744 Dranesville Road, Herndon, VA 20170.
Fred worked as a Federal Government contractor for over 38 years and supported many intelligence agencies. His career started with General Electric Aerospace Division which was sold to Martin Marietta and then Lockheed. After Lockheed Martin, he worked for The SI, Vencore, Perspecta, Peraton and was employed by Arcfield as a Systems Engineer at the time of his passing.
He was a true gentleman whose Christian faith was expressed by his good deeds and constant love for all those close to him. Fred was exceedingly generous (especially to his niece and nephews), and a loving and devoted husband. He enjoyed traveling, boating, and playing slots. Fred was a Past Commander, JN of the Northern Virgina Sail and Power Squadron and a Freemason belonging to Norristown Lodge #620. He loved German Shepherd Dogs and collecting watches. In his younger years he enjoyed a good game of golf. Fred possessed the rare gift of charity, generosity and humility and always made those in his presence feel special. He was an extraordinary and devoted husband to Cindy (Mifflin) Zugay. Together for 47 years (high school sweethearts), married for 40 years he was unfailingly supportive to his wife Cindy, and shared many passions with her. Their enduring partnership was a testament to their shared values and mutual respect. They were inseparable until the end. Fred was a great romantic, and would buy flowers and jewelry for his wife. A constant loving man he will be greatly missed by family and friends alike.
Fred s life was characterized by a strong work ethic and a deep sense of patriotism. He enjoyed national and international travel to California and Florida several times, Alaska six times, Hawaii eight times, Paris France, England, Scotland and Wales as well as many Caribbean Islands.
He is predeceased by his parents Helen and Ted Zugay, his brother Teddy Zugay, and niece Mikayla Stanaitis. Surviving are his wife Cindy, sister and brother-in-law Penny (Mifflin) & Steve Stanaitis, niece Ariana Stanaitis, and nephews Hunter Stanaitis and Jason Zugay.
In lieu of donations the family asks that you do something kind for someone in need.
Commander Bob and his wife Lindalee organized and led a very successful and enjoyable squadron year both on land and aboard their 52 Hatteras Encore. They made sure that fun was a big part of every squadron activity. At the District 5 spring conference, the hospitality suite theme was abandon ship bags with a funny twist. Members dressed as characters from the old TV show Gilligan s Island and carried abandon ship bags appropriate for their characters. Bob played the millionaire and his abandon ship bag contained cash and a bottle of sherry. The squadron summer cruise featured nightly parties and a scavenger hunt which had everyone carving mermaids out of soap and capturing flying insects. On the final night of the cruise Bob hosted everyone onboard Encore with delicious refreshments served by Lindalee.
Jean Durgin
Jere supported many commanders who succeeded him and in 1998 he and Nancy donated a trophy to be awarded annually to a Past Commander for continuing service to the squadron. He earned 15 well-deserved merit marks.
Donations in Jere s memory may be made to Sea Scout Ship 1942, c/o Treasurer, Shawn Mickey, 3805 Prosperity Avenue, Fairfax, VA 22031. Please note on the check that it is in memory of Jere.
Jean Durgin
He thoroughly enjoyed participation in the Sea Scouts while a student at Woodrow Wilson High School in Washington, DC. His college baseball career at American University was interrupted by WW II while he served in the US Navy. Returning to American University after the war, he became student body President and was involved with several youth sports. Married with three young children, he joined the Potomac River Power Squadron and shortly became a Charter Member and the second Commander of the newly formed Northern Virginia Power Squadron from 1969 to 1970. He helped NVPS grow rapidly, becoming a force in District 5 (especially in Navigation Contests) and garnering national attention within USPS.
In retirement, he and his wife, Joyce, moved to Florida, and joined Palm Beach Power Squadron with a number of his fellow NVPS expat friends. There he reached USPS Life Member status, ultimately receiving over 55 Merit Marks. He was also a long-time member and booster of BoatUS. Bob simply loved being on the water, whether simple weekends aboard at the marina, Squadron rendezvous and annual cruises on his classic Owens Tahitian, BoNanDo, his Palm Beach pontoon boat, JoySea, or cruising the open seas to Europe, the Bahamas, or the Americas.
He was pre-deceased by his parents, sister, brother, and wife. He leaves his children, Bob, Bill (Donna), and Nancy (Sandy), along with six
grandchildren and six amazing great-granddaughters.
Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a currently undetermined date.
By Sandy Wills, Son-in-law and shipmate, former NVSPS Member
The wife of another Past Squadron Commander once described herself and her husband as being "joined at the hip." That certainly applied to Kathy and Bill. I still remember how she made my parents and me feel welcome in the squadron. I am most fortunate to count them among my very best friends. Although feminists reject the "helpmate" role, Kathy delighted in it. She was an outstanding cook, seamstress and homemaker, at home and aboard their boats, and members and families looked forward to and enjoyed the dishes and other things she prepared, or helped prepare, for squadron functions. Always a "team player" she worked with and cooperated with others, for the good of the organization, never seeking the limelight or personal credit. Her husband and her children and her home were her pride and joy and a model to be emulated. In recent years, Kathy and Bill have been living with their daughter, Deni, and her husband, Jay Mitchell, in Annapolis, MD.
As I write this, services have not yet been arranged. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Submitted with love and admiration, Alan Hart
He went back to Hong Kong where I was, for us to get married. We both started studying in Northern Virginia Community College. He transferred to George Mason University and finished with a BS degree in Electrical Engineering. We had known each other 10 years before we got married. He was my tutor for English and all science subjects. When I was 39, we had our first child Ming Yi Chu. Then 3 years later, we had another boy Long Yi. They are 17 and 20 now.
Kim knew Judo, Aikido, Jujutsu, and Kyudo (archery). Nobody could have beaten him and his martial art teacher never forgot that. Kim joined his students after class for buffets and support. He encouraged one of the young men to chase after a girl, who later became his wife. Without his push, this young man might have become a lonely middle-aged man.
Kim mastered many skills. He played Ping-pong, watching YouTube videos to perfect his skill. He learned to dance but kept it a secret how he learned. Then I found out he was practicing in the garage. He said it was almost like learning martial art moves. He taught himself how to use a complicated embroidery machine by reading the manual. Nobody taught him. He volunteered to teach a Jujutsu group in Alexandria William Ramsay Recreation Center. He taught the students jo do, Kendo and mixed in Iaido, and they cut bamboo mat poles with a real sword like a Samurai.
Through sailing, Kim achieved the knowledge to obtain his Captain s License. He wrote
several articles about weather and sailing. He served as Administrative Officer and
photographer with the rank of L/C with the Northern Virginia Sail and Power Squadron.
Submitted by Ying Choi
Martha Jane loved the squadron and worked as hard as anyone for its success. She and her husband Edwin Dodd were tireless recruiters for new members. In 1996 they received the Spirit of Flower Power award for generating membership participation. As Membership Chair Martha Jane organized recruitment crews for basic boating classes for several years. She won the Spirit of Flower Power award every year from 1998 to 2001 when the squadron decided she should keep it permanently.
When Ed became Commander in 1999 Martha Jane worked tirelessly at his side to make the year memorable for all members. Their D5 spring conference hospitality suite featured a navigation test performed on Etch-a-Sketch boards. Each summer they participated in the squadron cruise aboard their 36 sports fisherman Martha Jane which they kept at Fairfax Yacht Club. They also promoted the Cooperative Charting program by tromping around in the weeds searching for markers and interviewing marina owners for updated information. We miss you, Martha Jane.
Manette was born on August 20, 1947 in Manhassett, NY (on Long Island). She is survived by her loving husband, Walt Lazear, a brother, John Charny of Cleveland, a son Peter, a daughter Lori, numerous nieces and nephews, and five grandchildren. She graduated from the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University and worked first as a medical secretary in NY and then as a computer analyst at the MITRE Corporation in McLean, VA until retirement in 2000.
Claude Yates was born on April 30, 1925 in Alexandria, Va. Claude is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ann Lee Bettis Yates, also survived by a brother and his wife, Mr. And Mrs. Robert E. Yates, Sr., a brother in law James H. Bettis and nine nieces and nephews and their numerous offspring. Claude graduated from the George Washington University of Washington D.C. He was a veteran of WWII serving 6 years in the U.S. Navy as an aerial gunner and flight engineer. Claude retired after 32 years of Federal Government service. Claude and Ann were active in the First Baptist Church of Orlando where a memorial service was held Thursday, July 23, 2015 at 10:30 A.M. in the Henry Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Health First Hospice.
There will be a Memorial Service on Saturday, November 1, 2014; 10:30AM at the Old Presbyterian Meeting House, 323 South Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (703-549-6670) The burial/graveside service is on Saturday, November 8, 2014; 11AM at Longwood Cemetery, 945 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348 (610-388-7165).
ALL USPS MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND.
Richard will have a military funeral at 10:00 a.m. on 18 September at Arlington National Cemetery. ALL USPS MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND.
Chuck was raised in Dearborn, MI and earned degrees from the University of Michigan, Dartmouth College and Duke University where he earned a PhD in Chemistry. His career with Monsanto Corporation took him to Dayton, OH and on to the Washington, DC area where the family lived for over 40 years. Chuck served his community in many roles, such as Boy Scouts, Civic Association and US Power Squadron where for many years he served in numerous capacities, including as NVSPS Commander. As an avid sports fan, he particularly followed his beloved Detroit Tigers, U of Mich. football, and Duke basketball. Other interests included music from opera to folk, golf, motorcycling, Shakespeare, bird-watching, history and wines. Perhaps most of all he loved world travel and boating with Annie.