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) Stephen Roberts - Class of 1970 , CS-34

Deceased on May 9, 2022 - Informed on May 11, 2022

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. His funeral service took place on 25 May 2022 in Redlands, CA. His obituary can be found at https://www.cortnerchapel.com/obituaries/Stephen-Roberts-8/#!/Obituary His family has suggested that memorial donations be made to the following charities: MOAA Scholarship Fund, PO Box 1824, Merrifield, VA 22116-9917, online donations https://www.moaa.org/content/forms/donate-now/ Kiwanis Foundation, PO Box 6457 Dept #236, Indianapolis, IN 46206, (800) 549-2647 ext. 236, donate online at https://www.kiwanis.org/childrens-fund/give/make-a-gift-by-mail-telephone-or-wire-transfer

1st Lt Roger Roselle - Class of 1970 , CS-10

Deceased on December 29, 1972

Mr. Michael Rosenblatt - Class of 1970 , CS-19

Deceased on February 15, 2018 - Informed on February 16, 2018

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. A funeral service will be held on 19 Feb 2018 at 1000 hours at the USAFA Cadet Chapel, Jewish Synagogue. Interment will follow in the USAFA Cemetery with a reception following at the AOG Building, Doolittle Hall; 3116 Academy Dr; USAF Academy, CO 80840.

Mr. Thomas Rosenstock - Class of 1970 , CS-31

Deceased on July 7, 1979

Lt Col (Ret) Ronald Rouse - Class of 1970 , CS-11

Deceased on June 22, 1995

Capt Gilbert Rovito - Class of 1970 , CS-04

Deceased on June 14, 1973

Mr. Michael Ryan - Class of 1970 , CS-13

Deceased on February 20, 2014 - Informed on February 27, 2014

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services are not being held. Donations are not requested.

Lt Col (Ret) Harry Sands III - Class of 1970 , CS-14

Deceased on December 12, 1999

Col (Ret) Timothy Sharkey - Class of 1970 , CS-16

Deceased on January 26, 1996

Lt Col (Ret) James Shirley - Class of 1970 , CS-21

Deceased on November 10, 1998

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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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