Last week the Supply Corps Community bid a final farewell to one of our most beloved leaders. A memorial ceremony for RADM Edward "Ted" K. Walker, Jr. was held at the United States Naval Academy, with many from our Supply Family in attendance. Rear Admiral Walker passed away on December 11, 2021. As the 35th Chief of Supply Corps and Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command, RADM Walker advocated the Corps’ critical role as the ‘Golden Link’ in the chain that makes everything else in the Navy possible, and each officer’s role within the chain. Revered by his Community, RADM Walker served as a 2018 BQC graduation ceremony guest speaker. In his speech, RADM Walker shared his ‘Golden Link’ perspective and the great lessons he learned while serving in the Navy. In 2020, the NSCF honored RADM Walker as a Distinguished Alumnus, for his great success in the private sector following his 34-year naval career, in a virtual ceremony celebrated by the Supply Community around the globe. The Supply Corps will forever be touched by RADM Ted Walker's example, leadership, and contributions to our Community. Fair winds and following seas...

RADM Ted Walker's Speech as Guest Speaker at 2018 BQC Graduation
RADM Ted Walker's 2020 NSCF Distinguished Alumni Ceremony video
RADM Ted Walker's Obituary
VADM Edward Straw's Eulogy for RADM Ted Walker
 

We are grateful for our servicemen and women, in and out of uniform, every day...but during the month of May, we pay special attention to the selfless soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines who help keep freedom free. In 1999, Congress designated May as National Military Appreciation Month, to ensure the nation was given the chance to publicly show their appreciation for troops past and present.

The Navy Supply Corps Foundation is proud to serve the men, women and families of our Navy Supply Corps throughout the year, since 1970. Hundreds of volunteers throughout our 38 Chapters worldwide bring educational and social opportunities to the Supply Community. Additionally, our Museum Ship Display, Scholarship and Transition Programs, among others, continue to honor our Supply Corps history and provide services in support of our active duty, reserve, veterans and their families. 

This month, throughout the country, many towns will host celebrations in honor of local active duty, reserve and military veterans. Local businesses may offer discounts, while sports teams and museums may give free entrance to military families. We hope you'll take advantage of these opportunities and share your pride with your local community.

Learn more about Military Appreciation Month and the many discounts available to you in May! Visit the following websites:

• https://www.uso.org/stories/2699-what-is-military-appreciation-month
• https://www.military.com/military-appreciation-month
• https://www.uso.org/stories/2699-what-is-military-appreciation-month#:~:text=Officially%20designated%20by%20Congress%20in,so%20much%20for%20our%20freedom.
• https://www.vehiclesforveterans.org/7-ways-to-celebrate-military-appreciation-month/
• https://nationaltoday.com/military-appreciation-month/
• https://www.military.com/military-appreciation-month/military-appreciation-month-discounts.html

 

We want to hear from you! Each member of our Community offers a unique perspective on life in the Navy Supply Corps. Share your personal experiences and greatest memories with our Heritage Committee.

Capturing your stories serves to honor our shared heritage and preserve our Supply Corps traditions. Each member experience brings depth and dimention to historical events and offers the public a greater appreciation of the Supply Corps role in the Navy and service to the United States of America. 

Please submit stories, photos or videos to MySupplyCorpsStory@usnscf.com. Include names, dates, and locations, if known. Unless otherwise requested, all submissions will become property of NSCF and NSCF may publish, archive or share content with the public.

Everybody has a story, and we want to hear yours. Honor our heritage. Share your Supply Corps story today! 

Members, we want to hear from you! Your Supply stories are the highlight of each issue: sea duty, spouse activities, travel, pcs orders, successes and failures. Your experiences are part of our shared Supply Corps Family story!   All content is due by June 15th.  Please keep submissions to 300 words and 2-3 pictures (with captions), where appropriate.  If you have any questions or want to discuss content display options, please email theoakleaf@usnscf.com

Senator Gary Peters was celebrated as the 60th Navy Supply Corps Foundation Distinguished Alumnus in a ceremony at NSCS in Newport, RI.* The ceremony was hosted by Foundation Chair RADM (ret) Mike Lyden, with Foundation Executive Director CAPT (ret) Daniel Pionk, and Distinguished Alumni Committee Chair CAPT (ret) Bud Schiff. Click here to view a video of the ceremony.

Senator Peters stated that: “I am deeply honored by this recognition. My time as a Supply Corps Officer has shaped who I am personally and as an elected official. During my time in the Navy Reserve, I served with some of the most patriotic individuals I’ve ever met. For us, it never mattered what our political ideology was – we focused on working together to accomplish our goals. The dedication of those I served with in the Navy Reserve reinforced in me that we must keep the promises we’ve made to those who have worn the uniform and served our country. Joining the Navy Reserve was one of the best decisions I have ever made - and the lessons I learned will continue guiding my work.”
 
The Navy Supply Corps Foundation Distinguished Alumni Program recognizes individual Supply Corps Officers who have distinguished themselves after their Naval career “by obtaining significant success in the public or private sector and who credit their Supply Corps experience as a basic foundation of further professional achievements.” 
 
Senator Peters has represented the State of Michigan in the United States Senate since 2015. In the 117th Congress, he is the Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, which oversees the Department of Homeland Security and is the Senate’s top oversight committee. Senator Peters also serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.
 
Peters volunteered for the U.S. Navy Reserve at age 34, where he earned a Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist designation and rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander. After the September 11th terrorist attacks on the U.S., Peters volunteered again for drilling status and served overseas as part of his Reserve duty. He also completed the Naval Command and Staff course from the U.S. Naval War College.
 
Born in Pontiac, Michigan, Peters graduated from Rochester High School and went on to earn a B.A. in political science from Alma College. He later earned an M.B.A. in finance from the University of Detroit Mercy, M.A. in political science from Wayne State University; M.A. in philosophy from Michigan State University, and a law degree (J.D.) from Wayne State University Law School.
 
Prior to entering public service, Peters worked in the private sector for over 20 years as a financial advisor and in a variety of management positions with two major financial service firms. He was an assistant vice president at Merrill Lynch before becoming a vice president at UBS/PaineWebber.
 
Senator Peters and his wife, Colleen, live in Oakland County, Michigan and have three children: Gary Jr., Madeleine and Alana.
 
*Click here to read Senator Peter's press release on his April 1st NSCF Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony. Click here to view a video of Senator Gary Peters Distinguished Alumni Ceremony. 

Please join us in welcoming Senator Peters to the ranks of the Navy Supply Corps Foundation’s Distinguished Alumni. Thank you for supporting your Foundation and helping to “Honor Our Heritage, Invest In Our Future”.