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. Darrell Mastin - Class of 1976 , CS-12

Deceased on September 18, 2019 - Informed on September 19, 2019

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Visitation will be from 1700-1900 on Monday 23 Sept 2019 at Nichols-Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services. Funeral Services will be held on 24 Sept 2019 at 1400 hrs. at Grove's First Baptist Church. The family has requested that donations be made to Heavenly Angels Hospice House in c/o the funeral home at 10201 US Hwy 59 Grove, OK 74344.

1st Lt David Mayer - Class of 1976 , CS-24

Deceased on May 16, 1979

Mr. Charles McGinness - Class of 1976 , CS-33

Deceased on October 25, 1974 - Informed on October 25, 1974

Capt Michael McGuire - Class of 1976 , CS-24

Deceased on July 6, 1981

2d Lt Kendall McKinnis - Class of 1976 , CS-30

Deceased on April 8, 1978

Mr. Richard McNally - Class of 1976 , CS-24

Deceased on November 11, 2024 - Informed on December 16, 2024

No services were held. Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/baltimoresun/name/richard-mcnally-obituary?id=56966435

Col (Ret) Stephen McNamara - Class of 1976 , CS-38

Deceased on September 30, 2023 - Informed on October 10, 2023

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Visitation: 21 Oct 2023 at 1000 hours at Schertz Funeral Home & Crematory, 2217 FM 3009, Schertz, TX 78154. Funeral Service: 21 Oct 2023 at 1100 hours at Schertz Funeral Home & Crematory, 2217 FM 3009, Schertz, TX 78154. Oblituary: https://www.schertzfuneralhome.com/obituaries/stephen-mcnamara

Lt Col (Ret) Christopher Milodragovich - Class of 1976 , CS-28

Deceased on June 25, 2006

Mr. Edward Morley - Class of 1976 , CS-14

Deceased on August 1, 2024 - Informed on September 5, 2024

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Viewing: 1800 until 2000 hours on 9 August 2024 at the Healey Funeral Home, 9 White Horse Pike, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035, Military honors held at 2000 hours at the conclusion of the viewing. Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/edward-morley-obituary?id=55756130

1stLt Gene Murphy - Class of 1976 , CS-04

Deceased on May 3, 1979

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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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