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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Mr. Bradley Hushaw - Class of 1988

Deceased on October 31, 1985 - Informed on October 31, 1985

2d Lt Thor Jaques - Class of 1988 , CS-03

Deceased on February 6, 1989

Mr. James Kiel - Class of 1971 , CS-05

Deceased on May 14, 2010 - Informed on October 4, 2011

We're sorry but no further information is available. Mr Kiel legally changed his name from Kieltyka in 1988.

Lt Col Charles Kowitz - Class of 1988 , CS-38

Deceased on February 13, 2010 - Informed on February 16, 2010

Please Contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Visitation will be 21 Feb 2010 from 1500-1700 hrs. at Brown Funeral home, Brickyard Rd Chapel, 912 Brickyard Rd, Chpley FL 32428 Funeral service will be held 22 Feb 2010 at 1100 hrs at St Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 1664 Main St, Chipley FL 32428 Interment will immediately follow the service at Glenwood Cemetery, Chipley FL.

Mr. Robert Lucas - Class of 1988 , CS-33

Deceased on November 13, 2015 - Informed on November 18, 2015

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. A funeral service will be held on 21 Nov 2015 at 1200 hours at Hart's Mortuary at the Cupola; 6324 Peake Rd; Macon, GA 31201. The family has suggested that donations in lieu of flowers be made to Jay's Hope; 1157 B Forsyth St; Macon, GA 31201 www.jayshope.org

Mr. Scott Manly - Class of 1988

Deceased on August 2, 1987 - Informed on August 2, 1987

Mr. Charles Michalec - Class of 1988 , CS-26

Deceased on December 17, 2023 - Informed on January 31, 2024

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Funeral Mass: 1100 hours on 10 Jan 2024 at Saints Simon and Jude Cathedral, 6351 N 27th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85017. Graveside to follow at 1230 hours at Greenwood Memory Lawn, 719 N 27th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009. Memorial donations: in lieu of flowers please consider a donation to The Association of Graduates, 3116 Academy Drive, USAFA Academy, CO 80840-4475, https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1885/21/interior-2col.aspx?sid=1885&gid=2&pgid=418&cid=1063 or to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105, https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?frequency_selected=0&dedication=1&sc_dcm=58700008005633531&sc_cid=kwp&sl=memorial-gift&ds_rl=1285465&ds_rl=1291300&ds_rl=1290690&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMImdif1tWIhAMVYzWtBh2IkgKfEAAYASABEgJal_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Obituary: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/phoenix-az/charles-michalec-11593647

Mr. Brendan Mikus - Class of 1988 , CS-12

Deceased on November 8, 2018 - Informed on July 29, 2019

No information is available.

1st Lt Eric Miller - Class of 1988 , CS-22

Deceased on September 23, 1991

Mr. Michael Morgan , Jr. - Class of 1988 , CS-25

Deceased on August 20, 2011 - Informed on August 24, 2011

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Memorial Service: 25 Aug 2011 at the Faith Church, 6528 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA 18106. Calling hour is 1000 hrs. and Services will be at 1100 hrs. Memorial Donations: Faith Church Youth Mission, 6528 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA 18106

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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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