Gone But Not Forgotten

Honoring fallen comrades is an important part of the AOG mission and we ask to be notified as soon as possible of the death of any graduate, Air Training Officer or cadet so that we can take appropriate actions. The AOG has learned of the following deaths within the past 90 days.

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Lt Col William Olson - Class of 1963 , CS-21

Deceased on November 18, 1980

Lt Col (Ret) Richard Paprowicz - Class of 1963 , CS-14

Deceased on August 2, 2021 - Informed on December 10, 2021

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. His obituary can be found at https://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/tempe-az/richard-paprowicz-10293832

Mr. Robert Parlette - Class of 1963 , CS-21

Deceased on September 26, 2017 - Informed on September 28, 2017

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Mr. Parlette graduated from CS-21. Services are pending at this time. His family has suggested that memorial donations in lieu of flowers be made to the Close the Loop Coalition; PO Box 1192; Wenatchee, WA 98807 or the Evergreen Muntain Bike Alliance; 25 N Wenatche Ave, Suite 209; Wenatchee, WA 98801; www.evergreenmtb.org.

Mr. Robert Parra , Jr. - Class of 1963 , CS-23

Deceased on July 11, 2020 - Informed on July 15, 2020

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Funeral services are currently pending.

Col (Ret) George Pasquet - Class of 1963 , CS-05

Deceased on August 23, 2018 - Informed on September 6, 2018

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. His obituary can be found at www.stoverfuneralhme.com. Services were held at the time of his passing and he is buried in Riverview Cemetery in Strasburg, VA. His family has suggested that memorial donations be made in lieu of flowers to the Gideon's International Processing Center; PO Box 97251; Washington, DC 20090-7251; (866) 382-4253; www.gideons.org.

Lt Col (Ret) Arnold Patchin - Class of 1963 , CS-23

Deceased on October 4, 1986

Lt Col (Ret) Phillip Patterson - Class of 1963 , CS-19

Deceased on September 7, 2024 - Informed on September 10, 2024

Please contact the Assocation of Graduates for condolence information. Visitation: 1000 hours 13 September 2024 at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home, 6300 West William Cannon Drive, Austin, TX 78749. Funeral service: 1100 hours on 13, September 2024 at 6300 West William Cannon Drive, Austin, TX 78749. A graveside service will immediately follow. Obituary: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/austin-tx/phillip-patterson-11980840

Mr. Ray Patterson - Class of 1963 , CS-19

Deceased on May 22, 2010 - Informed on June 10, 2010

Please Contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information.

Col (Ret) Isaac Payne - Class of 1963 , CS-22

Deceased on October 19, 2018 - Informed on October 23, 2018

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Burial will be in the USAFA Cemetery on 7 Nov 2018 at 1100 hours. A reception will immediately follow at The AOG building, Doolittle Hall; 3116 Academy Dr; USAFA, CO 80840; (719) 472-0300. His family has suggested that memorial donations be made to Meals on Wheels of Albuquerque; PO Box 92614; Albuquerque, NM 87199; (505) 823-8060; www.mow-nm.org. His obituary may be viewed and condolences left online at www.danielsfuneral.com.

Mr. Donald Pesmark - Class of 1963 , CS-04

Deceased on May 31, 2022 - Informed on June 10, 2022

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. A private funeral and graveside service will be held for his family at Memorial Park Cemetery, Topeka, KS. His family has suggested that memorial donations be made in lieu of flowers to the VFW Post 1650, 3110 Huntoon St, Topeka, KS 66604.

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Next of Kin

For Next of Kin support resources please visit: https://www.usafanextofkin.org/

Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten annual publication

The Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy Foundation has introduced a new benefit to better memorialize USAFA graduates and support their families.

Gone But Not Forgotten, which appeared in Checkpoints magazine for decades, has transitioned to a dedicated, annual publication. The inaugural edition of Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten published in March 2025.

A: As the Academy’s graduate population ages, Checkpoints has become increasingly insufficient in accommodating the growing number of submitted memorial articles.
A: The new Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten publication honors the Long Blue Line by sharing the personal stories of graduates, cadets, Air Training Officers and AOG Honorary Members. It reflects our mission to support the Academy, serve graduates and preserve the heritage of the institution and Long Blue Line.
A: We considered several cost-effective, impactful options and consulted with our peers at the U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy. West Point’s TAPS publication provided an excellent model for this new publication.
A: One complimentary copy is provided to a loved one of the deceased memorialized in the publication. Additional printed copies are available for a nominal fee of $25 each. The digital version is available at no cost to all AOG members.
A: AOG members can access the digital issue at usafa.org. If you are not a member but wish to join and access this benefit and others, membership is available at no cost to all USAFA graduates here.
A: Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten is available for $25 here or by calling 719-472-0300. The fee supports providing one complimentary copy to families of those memorialized.
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A: Past memorial articles printed in Checkpoints are available as a commemorative keepsake for $15 each. These keepsakes include the photo that ran with the tribute and are printed on sturdy paper, suitable for framing. Articles come enclosed in a blue linen folder and can be ordered here or by calling 719-472-0300. Commemorative keepsake orders will ship or be available for pickup within two weeks of the order date.
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A: A major benefit of transitioning to an annual publication is that 2025 memorial articles may run up to 800 words — double the current limit. In the 2026 Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten memorial publication — which will include deaths in 2025 — each article will be presented on its own full page.
A: Email a recent favorite photo of the deceased. The photo (head and shoulders, color preferred) should be emailed as a high-resolution .jpg. Low-resolution image submissions may be declined in favor of a cadet yearbook photo.
A: Submit a memorial article and photo through a form at usafanextofkin.org or email deceasednotifications@usafa.org.
A: One of the major benefits of transitioning to a dedicated, annual publication is that memorial articles can now be up to 800 words. In the 2026 Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten memorial publication — which will include deaths in 2025 — each article will be presented on its own full page.
A: Memorial articles for deaths in 2025 should be emailed when ready to ensure the Association and Foundation can post the tribute on usafa.org/heritage/gbnf.
A: The last issue memorial articles appeared in Checkpoints was in December 2024, but death notices will continue to be published in Checkpoints.
A: Death notices will be printed in each issue of Checkpoints.
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A: Memorial articles for deaths in 2025 will be printed around March 2026.
A: Call 719-472-0300 or email Terri Davis, next-of-kin support specialist, at deceasednotifications@usafa.org.

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