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Master and Commander Posts: 1275 Location: NE Florida | Subject: Friday Obits https://www.facebook.com/ussvi.eternalpatrol/ The above link goes to the USSVI (United States Submarine Veterans, Inc.) Facebook page where their members who have gone on “Eternal Patrol” are noted. I’ll keep my work here going, trying to get others who were not USSVI members. You’re encouraged to look there as well as here! Obviously, there’ll be some I miss and some I duplicate. STEGNER .. .. .. Michael Edward Stegner, son of the late Frances Marie Stegner and Raymond Henry Stegner, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7. Born on November 25, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Michael’s life was marked by purpose and passion. He was a proud graduate of St. Vincent’s College in Latrobe, PA, and earned his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Before beginning his legal career, Michael served five distinguished years in the U.S. Navy aboard a nuclear submarine—a journey that brought him to Charleston, South Carolina, where he met the love of his life, Neal. They were blessed with 52 years of marriage, building a life in Camden with their children and friends. Michael is survived by his wife, Neal Adden Stegner, three sons, Ben Stegner (Margaret), Craig Stegner (Jen), and Jay Stegner (Jennifer), and grandchildren Addie (18), Mae (16), Annabelle (10), Clayton (9), Luther (8), and Josie (6). He is also survived by his sisters, Judy Chad (Greg) and Mary Sue Frank (Jeff); brother- and sister-in-law Nancy and Aris Newton; and many cherished nieces and nephews. For Michael, family was everything. He was ever-present in the lives of his children, coaching their sports teams and supporting every endeavor with enthusiasm and love. He found great joy in time spent together at Lake Wateree, Edisto Beach, and the family home in Flat Rock, NC. He was an avid cyclist, usually riding 20+ miles each day after work and competing in dozens of races over the years. Boating and fishing were among his other favorite pastimes, often shared with his sons. A man of many talents, Michael was a gifted artist and poet. His artistic work ranged from painting and sketching to sculpture, and his poetry was published in several collections, including two poetry books of his own. He balanced his creative passions with a long and respected legal career, practicing law for 36 years and serving as a Municipal Judge for the City of Camden for 20 years. Michael was also a man of faith and community. He was a dedicated member of Grace Episcopal Church, where he sang in the choir for many years, sharing his voice in worship and fellowship. Michael will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his generous spirit, his sharp mind, and his artistic soul. His was a life well-lived, full of grace, humility, and heart. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know and love him. The family would like to extend a special and sincere thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Roy E. Stone Veterans Pavilion for their exceptional care, compassion, and support over the past five and a half years. Your dedication and kindness made all the difference in Michael’s final chapter, and we are forever grateful. HELMS .. .. .. Robert Felton Helms, 80, of East Haven, died on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Yale New Haven Hospital surrounded by his family. He is the husband of Alice R. Boyle Helms. He was born in Butler, GA on March 10, 1936 to the late John Felton and Helen Taunton Helms. Bob was in the United States Navy where he served his country during both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He spent 20 years in the military until retiring in 1974. His experience and knowledge of submarines would help him in his transition to civilian life.He would become a Weld X-ray Technician for General Dynamics - Electric Boat for 22 years until finally retiring in 1996. He was also an avid Boston Redsox, UCONN Girls Basketball and Dallas Cowboy fan and a former member of the Gaelic Football and Hurling Club. Besides his wife, he is survived by five sons, Montgomery T. (Judith Ann) Helms of Cheshire, Thomas C. (Pamela) Helms of Springfield, MA, Jeffrey M. (Vicky) Helms of Port Huron, MI, Lance M. (Jocelyn) Helms of East Haven and Robert Jason Helms of Boca Raton, FL., and a daughter Theresa Parks Coppola of East Haven. He is also survived by fourteen grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son Kenneth John Parks and a brother Thomas E. Helms. CAWA .. .. .. Salvador "Sal" Cawa Sr. January 21,1940-August 3, 2025 It is with very saddened hearts that our family announce the passing of Salvador (Sal) Abustan Cawa Sr., 85, of Concord, NC on August 3rd, 2025. Sal was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life touched each of us every single day in countless ways. We feel grateful, blessed, and humbled to have known Sal the way that we did. We can only pray that his kind, generous heart, contagious smile, gratitude for life and country, and witty personality can live on in every life he touched. Sal was a one-of-a-kind human being. He knew better than to take anything for granted, to appreciate the small things, to focus on the positive, to be generous with his blessings, and live each day as if it could be his last. You never walked away from a conversation with Sal without learning something new or laughing at one of his many jokes. A funeral mass will be held at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Concord, NC, on Thursday August 14. Gathering with family will begin at 1:30 p.m. followed by Mass at 2:00. Guests are welcome to join the family in the parish hall for appetizers and dessert following Mass. Sal was born into a very humble life on January 21, 1940, in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines to parents Francisco and Nieves Cawa. He was the youngest of six children, Ben, Nena, Nick, Francisco, and Delia. His father passed when Sal was young, and he spent the rest of his formative years in Quezon City with his mother, siblings, and extended family. After completing his first year of college, Sal sought out a better opportunity for himself by joining the U.S. Navy at 19 years old with the encouragement of his older sister and brother-in-law. It was only then that Sal got his first pair of shoes. He devoted 20 years of his life to the Navy and reached the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7) by the time he retired in 1979. His service included work as a cook aboard submarines such as the USS James Madison and assignments in Groton, CT; Charleston, SC; Newport News, VA; Millington, TN; and Athens, GA. Sal was a very proud service member and that pride grew exponentially when he became a U.S. citizen in 1968. Sal loved his new country and the opportunities it brought to him but never forgot his family or life he left behind in the Philippines. While stationed in Charleston, SC, Sal met Linda Faye Cody. After a short courtship, Sal knew Linda was the love of his life. They wed in 1964 and shared 61 happy years raising a family and making memories together. After Sal retired from the Navy, he made a home for his family in Charlotte, N.C. His civilian career kept him in the food service industry. He served as Food Service Director at various nursing homes in Charlotte before concluding his professional life as a high school cafeteria manager in 2008. Sal and Linda had three children: Tammy Lynn, Salvador Abustan Jr. (Sam), and Angela Koren (Angie). Although Sal was out to sea serving in the Navy during their young childhood years, Sal would call home as often as he could and when he wasn't on assignment, he always made his family a priority. Everyone close to Sal knew how much he valued family and how proud he was of his. Outside of family and his career, Sal's life was enriched by his involvement with the Knights of Columbus at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Concord, NC, where he was an active member for 25 years. He also enjoyed simple pleasures such as playing cards, reading books, solving crossword puzzles, and keeping up with current affairs. You could often find Sal on the couch with his Yorkie by his side playing a scratch-off and enjoying a Burger King Whopper and a Diet Coke. Nothing brought more happiness to Sal's life than spending time with his family. This included his five grandchildren (Whitman, Ashley, Reese, Alex, and Lindsay) and their families. He was so very proud of each one of them for their accomplishments and cherished any opportunity he had to be involved in their lives. What Sal will never realize is the lasting impression he made on them with his countless life lessons, words of wisdom, and stories from his past. They will forever be better humans because of their Papa. Sal is survived by his loving wife, Linda Cawa, children: Tammy and Darryl Whitson (husband); Sam and Maureen Cawa (wife); Angie Cawa and Michael King (husband); grandchildren: Whitman Groves (Anne Peale); Ashley Cawa; Alex (Summer) Groves; Reese (Shelby) Schiff; Lindsay (Josh) Macek, great grandchildren: Gideon Schiff, Mila Schiff, Parker Macek. In addition, countless nieces and nephews whom he loved and adored. Sal was preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Nieves Cawa, as well as siblings Ben Cawa, Nena Torres, Nick Cawa, Francisco Cawa, and Delia Paggao. He may have been small in stature, but his presence was felt by all those he encountered. Once he drew you in with his big smile and genuine soul, you knew you had made a friend for life. To all those friends and extended family reading this, we appreciate all the kind words and prayers sent to our family. We know your hearts are also sad and you are grieving the loss of Sal with us. We extend our thoughts and prayers to all of you as we go through this difficult time together. Although Sal's quality of life deteriorated after a long battle with Covid in 2020, he lived a happy and full life until he was called home to be with the Lord. MOYER .. .. .. Donald Francis Moyer 18 octobre 1928 – 2 août 2025 Don was born on October 18, 1928, in Findlay, Ohio to Homer F. Moyer and Edna Newton Moyer. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 71 years Barbara Jean Perry Moyer, and by his sisters Betty Moyer Redd Sellers of Belleville, Ohio and Marilyn Moyer Weston of Columbia, Mississippi . Don lived in Mansfield, OH, and Naples, Melbourne, and Boca Raton, FL before retiring to Cary, NC. Don and Barbara have three children: Debbie Moyer of Garner, NC; Gregory Moyer, who proceeded them in death; and Danny Moyer of Atlanta, GA. Also, survived by his cherished grandchildren, Delaney Moyer of Los Angeles, CA; Deanna Moyer of Atlanta, GA; and Devon Moyer of Atlanta, GA. Don left high school in 1945 to join the U. S. Navy, and he volunteered for the submarine service. He served aboard the U. S. S. Chopper in the Pacific Arena of World War II. An Engineman Second Class, Don received the China Service Medal and a Commendation at Meritorious Mast. He was honorably discharged in 1954. Don returned home, to resume working at the Mansfield Tire company building truck tires. However, he wanted to work in the new and exciting field of electronics. During the 1950’s he took a series of correspondence courses and classroom training in radio and television servicing, color television technician, transistor and printed circuits, etc. He worked in television repair for several years, but he became interested in the field of aeronautics and the first satellite launches. In 1962 he began working at the U. S. Tracking station on Marco Island, FL. In 1963 he relocated to Melbourne, FL to work for the company Radiation, manufacturing electronic equipment. Part of his duties included traveling 25 miles north to Cape Canaveral to oversee the installation of equipment for NASA. He continued seeking educational opportunities, taking a full load of courses at Florida Engineering College. This led to the next phase of his career at IBM in Boca Raton, FL. There he distinguished himself in the new field of computer graphics. Upon his retirement, Don decided he would like to take up woodcarving. He quickly distinguished himself as a gifted woodcarver, specializing in realistic bird carvings and humorous figurines. Soon he was teaching classes at the senior centers in the area. During his lifetime Don volunteered his time and talent for many worthy causes. He and Barbara volunteered for many school and youth athletic events. They operated the concession stands for the Boca Jets and the Boca Raton High School Football teams. Don quickly distinguished himself as the resident expert popcorn popper (a title and position he already held at home). Don also was a faithful blood donor, giving over 15 gallons in Florida and North Carolina. Later he dedicated himself to giving platelets through apheresis. Soon after taking up woodcarving, he stepped up to lead a class through a senior center in Florida. This led to teaching numerous classes. He enjoyed sharing his knowledge and experience with others. When he moved to North Carolina Don could not find a carving class. In 1995 he started the woodcarving class at the Garner Senior Center, which he continued to teach until his death. For several years Don also served on the board of directors of Resources for Seniors. Don was a proud member of the NC Submarine Veterans - Tarheel Base. He also was a member of the Sunny Scrollers group for scroll saw aficionados. All his life Don was an avid reader. He enjoyed fishing, working on a variety of paper puzzles, and college and professional football and baseball. Don had a great sense of humor, enjoyed talking with people, and had great compassion for others. He was a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, friend, and neighbor, and we will greatly miss him. | ||
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