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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Maj (Ret) Thomas Kana - Class of 1978 , CS-29

Deceased on March 27, 2020 - Informed on March 31, 2020

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. A funeral service will be held on 11 Sep 2020 at 1000 hours at the USAFA Cemetery Memorial Pavilion followed by placement of the urn in the cemetery. His obituary may be found at www.everhere.com

Maj (Ret) Mark Kargul - Class of 1978 , CS-05

Deceased on September 22, 2010 - Informed on October 19, 2010

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services were held on 10 Oct 2010 in San Clemente, CA. Funeral Services will be held on 30 Jun 2011 at 1300 hrs at the USAFA Cemetery. In case of inclement weather services will be moved to the Memorial Pavilion.

Mr. Don Keener - Class of 1978 , CS-12

Deceased on December 5, 2019 - Informed on April 17, 2020

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services were held at the time of his passing. He was buried in Stewart Cemetery, Cullowhee, NC. His family has suggested that memorial donations be made to the Stewart Cemetery Fund; C/O Carl Stewart; 3295 Yellow Mountain Rd; Cullowhee, NC 28723. His obituary can be found and condolences left online at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Lt Col (Ret) Andre Kevork - Class of 1978 , CS-06

Deceased on May 17, 2020 - Informed on May 18, 2020

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Funeral services are pending at this time.

Lt Col (Ret) Matthew LaCourse - Class of 1978 , CS-32

Deceased on November 6, 2014 - Informed on November 14, 2014

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Further information is unavailable at this time.

Maj (Ret) Leland Lane - Class of 1978 , CS-25

Deceased on August 2, 2012 - Informed on August 16, 2012

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. A Graveside service will be held on 17 Aug 2012 at 1300 hrs at the Cedar Lawn Cemetery; Cemetery Rd; Rich Square, NC 27869. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Peninsula S. P. C. A.; Attn Vicki Rowland; 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd; Newport News, VA 23601

Lt Col (Ret) Lyman Lee , Jr. - Class of 1978 , CS-13

Deceased on December 10, 2015 - Informed on February 5, 2016

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services were held in Phoenix, Az and in his hometown, Alexandria, LA.

Lt Col (Ret) Peter Liotta - Class of 1978 , CS-27

Deceased on August 31, 2012 - Informed on June 17, 2013

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Services were held on 7 Sept 2012 at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. The family suggested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Tibetan Children's Village in Dharmsala, India. www.tcv.org.in

Lt Col (Ret) David London - Class of 1978 , CS-19

Deceased on August 20, 2023 - Informed on October 30, 2023

Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. Funeral service: Services were held 24 Aug 2023 at Temple Beth Or, 5275 Marshal Rd, Dayton, OH 45429. Internment followed with military honors are David's Cemetery, 4600 Mad River Rd, Dayton, OH 45429. Memorial donations: A donation may be made to the charity of your choice. Obituary: https://www.glicklerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/david-g-london/

Capt Craig Lovelady - Class of 1978 , CS-08

Deceased on January 7, 1986

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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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