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.

For best results, try searching by Last Name (e.g. Smith), Class Year (e.g. 1959), or Cadet Squadron (e.g. CS-01). More complex searches may not return desired results.

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Lt Col (Ret) Donald Bowers , Jr. - Class of 1970 , CS-17

Deceased on June 19, 2000

Mr. James Brady - Class of 1970 , CS-23

Deceased on January 7, 1992

1st Lt Jon Brumbach - Class of 1970 , CS-35

Deceased on December 17, 1972

Mr. Raymond Bshero - Class of 1970 , CS-33

Deceased on April 14, 1985

Mr. Charles Buie - Class of 1970 , CS-24

Deceased on July 25, 2022 - Informed on October 11, 2022

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Burial took place 23 Aug 2022 at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA.

Dr. Michael Cannon - Class of 1970 , CS-27

Deceased on February 26, 2012 - Informed on June 11, 2012

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services were held on 3 March 2012 in Union, OR. Memorial contributions may be made to the Doernbecher Children's Hospital Foundation; 1121 SW Salmon St Ste 100; Portland, OR 97205-2021 or online at www.ohsu.edu/about/dchf/help/default.cfm (800) 800-9583.

Col (Ret) Timothy Carey - Class of 1970 , CS-09

Deceased on March 28, 2019 - Informed on April 1, 2019

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Visitation will be held from 1100 - 1300 hours on 7 Apr 2019 at the Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home; 4143 Dale Blvd; Dale City, VA 22193; (703) 680-1234; www.mountcastle.net. The funeral service will begin at 1300 hours at the funeral home. Burial is being planned in Arlington National Cemetery on a date still to be determined.

Col (Ret) Gerald Carpenter - Class of 1970 , CS-08

Deceased on September 11, 2024 - Informed on October 23, 2024

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Visitation: 1600 hours on 25 September 2024 at Palm Mortuary-Eastern, 7600 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89123. Funeral Service: 1320 hours on 27 September 2024 at Southern Nevada Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Veterans Memorial Dr., Boulder City, NV 89005. Obituary: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/las-vegas-nv/gerald-carpenter-11985401

Maj (Ret) Robert Chambers , Jr. - Class of 1970 , CS-28

Deceased on April 26, 2013 - Informed on May 3, 2013

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. A funeral service will be held on 16 May 2013 at 1000 hrs at the USAFA Cadet Catholic chapel. The graveside service will immediately follow at the USAFA Cemetery. A reception will follow at Doolittle Hall.

Dr. David Chereb - Class of 1970 , CS-28

Deceased on February 4, 2022 - Informed on May 5, 2022

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services will be held on 26 May 2022 at 1000 hours at the San Francisco Solano Catholic Church, 22082 Antonio Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688.

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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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