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At random: Fleet Admiral Halsey in a book called "The Admirals" when asked "What is the ultimate strategic weapon that is bringing the enemy to its knees? Halsey's reply "If I had to give credit to the instruments and machines that won us the war in the Pacific, I would rank them in this order: SUBMARINES, FIRST; RADAR, SECOND; PLANES, THIRD AND BULLDOZERS FOURTH."

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LAWTON, John Howard, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on September 2, 2017 in Reno, Nevada. John was born in El Paso, Texas on March 14, 1940 to Ashton and Rachel (Dixie) Lawton. He spoke fondly and often of his mischievous-filled childhood, and yes, John was good at raising hell with his neighborhood friends. The stories from his teenage years, including walking over the border to Juarez, Mexico, were too numerous for him to even recount. However, he also learned the value of hard work, often working alongside his father, rebuilding cars and remodeling homes. At the age of 19, John enlisted in the Navy, for 6 years. He was initially stationed in New London, CT where he found his calling in the submarine service. He was involved in numerous missions, but the one he was most fond of recalling, was being submerged off the coast of Russia for 77 days, capturing images of Russian vessels leaving port. Also, he was very proud to represent the USS Bang (SS-385), as the submarine's boxer in the Naval Boxing League, where he won several bouts. After his service in the Navy, John found professional success in sales which led him from Las Vegas, NV to Reno, NV, where he bought a funeral sales company, started a cemetery, and other real estate development ventures. He was also involved in numerous organizations such as: The Navy League, Rotary International, Chamber of Commerce and The Prospectors Club. It was in Reno that John was fortunate to meet the love of his life, Diane Lynch. They married in the late 70's and had two children; Ashley Anne, and John Drew. Sadly, John lost his bride, and the two young children lost their mother to breast cancer, on September 8,1984. He was fortunate in his life to find love again with Bertha Bowers, and then to Linda Ostroski, with whom he had a second son, Michael Austin. Later in life, his companion was Lois Daugherty. They shared over a decade's worth of memories together. All who knew John would agree that he had a larger than life personality, and was a what-you-see-is-what-you-get kind of guy. His gregarious personality, and booming laughter brought joy to so many, and probably offended a few, which was just the way he wanted it. John leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and a wealth of stories for his friends and family. John is survived by his two sons, Drew and Michael Lawton; his daughter Ashley Lawton and his grandson, Maverick Lawton-Galwey. A new grandson, Jack Lawton, son of Drew, is due to be born January 2018. A Celebration of life will be held on October 7th, 2017 from 12-3pm, at 142 Bell St., Reno NV 89503. In lieu of flowers, please remember John by showing kindness to others, each and every day! Published in Reno Gazette-Journal on Oct. 1, 2017

LYNN, Ralph Joel, 90, was born on December 20, 1926, and passed away peacefully at his family ranch in Sanger, CA, on Sunday, September 3, 2017. Ralph grew up near Harrisburg, PA, where he had a passion for sports throughout high school and college. Graduating from high school in 1944, at the age of 17, Ralph joined the United States Navy submarine service. Following the service, he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Education at Pennsylvania State College where he also met his future bride, Elaine, of 65 years. Ralph and Elaine were married in 1951, and in 1953, they began their family with daughter, Patricia Anne, followed by Ralph Jr. "Skip", and Michael Scott. The family moved to Fresno where he worked for the Readers Digest to build and manage its new fundraising company QSP. Over the next 35 years, Ralph rose to the position of Executive Vice President of Sales, retiring in 1992. During his lifetime, Ralph believed in investing in one's community and church. He served on the Clovis Unified School District School Board from 1963 to 1975, the Fresno County Trustees Association and helped form the Foundation for Clovis Schools. Ralph loved the teachers, faculty, and board members of the District, and supported it in various ways for the rest of his life. He was active with the Fresno County Grand Jury, the Sanger Rotary Club, and Westerners International. He served as an Elder in the Presbyterian Church and later as a longtime member of the Episcopal Church. Growing up, the family remembers pack trips in the Sierra, road trips to the east coast, working and riding horses at the ranch on McKinley, and just being with dad. He was a wonderful father and loving husband and will be remembered for his easy smile, his quick wit, and his strong sense of honor and integrity. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Ralph is survived by his wife Elaine; children, Patricia, Ralph Jr. and wife Heidi, and Scott and wife Robyn; sister Adele; and grandchildren, Sarah, Lorrie, Anna, Michael and wife Allison, and their children, Colton and Mason, Aaron and wife Jennifer, and their children, Blaire and Blakely. A Celebration of Life will be held at St. James Episcopal Cathedral, 4147 E. Dakota Avenue, Fresno, CA, on Saturday, October 14, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. The Lynn family requests that remembrances may be made to the Foundation for Clovis Schools, 1450 Herndon Avenue, Clovis, CA 93611; or to Sanger Rotary, P.O. Box 22, Sanger, CA 93657, Attn., Ralph Lynn Memorial. Wallin's Sanger Funeral Home, 1524 9th Street, Sanger, California (559)875-6555 Published in the Fresno Bee on Oct. 1, 2017

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SCOTT, Stanley Hunter With deep sorrow we announce that, after a valiant 12-year fight with Multiple Myeloma, Stan Scott passed away on September 19, 2017, at the North Shore Hospice. Stan, schooled in Burnaby, New Westminster and Surrey, joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1955, serving two years before being seconded to the British Royal Navy Submarine Service, 1957-1960. On his return to Canada, Stan's employment reached from BC Ferries, to Northern Transportation Company Ltd. on the MacKenzie River, to North Vancouver's Allied Shipbuilders where he enjoyed many years. Stan leaves behind many to mourn him; his wife Phyllis, sons Brent (Janet), Kim, Dean, step-son Richard (Maureen), nephew Richard (Sheryl), nieces Trudy, Molly, half-sister Diane Dawson (Glen), step-sisters Jane Gifford (Brent), Daune Stansfield (Bill), grandchildren Jason, Jeffrey, Kayla, Alyssa, Samantha and great granddaughter Grace. Stan was a well-respected marine engineer who got things done. He will be sorely missed by his golfing buddies and fellow NASCAR enthusiasts and his West Van backyard feathered and furry friends. Skiing at Mount Baker, his Snowater condo, tending his treasured garden and greenhouse and taking care of his beloved friends and family were the epitome of Stan: a quiet caring generous man who is sorely missed. Our many thanks to the doctors and nurses at Lions Gate Hospital and NS Hospice who showed boundless patience and superb care. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Myeloma Canada. http://myeloma.ca/ A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2017, 3:00pm at St. Stephen's Church, in the Pavilion Room. 885 22nd St, West Vancouver. Published in The North Shore News from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2, 2017

WHITEHEAD, Donald J., 75, of Bridgewater, passed away September 28, 2017. Donald was born in Newark, NJ and raised in Osterville, MA. He graduated from Rahway High School and also lived in Somerville, NJ and Myrtle Beach, SC before moving to Bridgewater. He graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in 1961 before joining the US Navy. During his career in the navy, he was stationed on 5 different sub conventional and nuclear submarines and received a commendation from the commander of the sixth fleet for serving aboard the USS Threadfin. He continued his dedication to military service when he became a US Navy recruiter for Somerset County. He was a proud member of the American League Post 12, Disabled American Veterans, US Submarine Veterans, USS Threadfin Association and USS Nathanael Greene Association. As a 34-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 2137 in Bridgewater, he served as the secretary and trustee for 13 years. He worked as a store manager for Thul Auto Stores for 17 years and then as a Somerset Educational Services dispatcher from 1999 until his retirement in 2011. He loved watching Nasar and was a devoted Mets fan. He is predeceased by his wife, Donna Whitehead, who died in 2015. Surviving are his daughters, Kelly Crowley, Marie Ciufo and her husband Joseph Jr., and Leslie Webb and her husband William Jr., his brothers, Jeffrey, Glenn and Reverend Bill, and a sister Sandra Hines. He was a proud grandfather to Joey, Ashley, Hailey, William, Candice, Derek, Jasmine and Rebecca and seven great-grandchildren.Visitation will be 2-4pm and 7-9pm Wednesday at Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home,111 N. Gaston Ave, Somerville with services at 830pm. Cremation is private. Donations can be made to the American Legion Post 12, 232 Union Ave. Somerville, NJ 08876. To send condolences to the family, please visit: www.brucecva narsdalefuneralhome.com Published in Courier News from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1, 2017

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