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At random: Alexander the Great (356 to 323 B.C.) ruler of Macedonia and conqueror of the known world in his time, is the first person known to have descended into the sea in a vessel of any kind.

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COLEMAN, Scott Adam, 63, died peacefully after a long battle with Congestive Heart Failure on July 14, 2023, while surrounded by his loving family, a wife Susan, a daughter Jamie Lee, and a son Steven William. He was born on July 13, 1960 in Rochester, NY to his late Father and Mother, William Coleman and Dianne Clark Coleman. He graduated from Honeoye Falls-Lima High School in 1978, where he was on the Football Team. He then received an Associate of Design Degree and served in the Navy based on a submarine. He is survived by his wife and children, his sisters Karen (Jeff) Hull and Suzen (Matt) Bickford, a brother James Coleman. Also, a daughter, Ashley Peralta, whom he was never able to meet. Though Scott lived a difficult life with having both parents pass away before the age of 21, he was a loving, caring and sensitive soul. He was always the life of the party, full of jokes and stories to make people smile. Scott was extremely creative and always had an art project of various mediums on hand. As a food lover, he was a Chef and Director of Food Services for most of his career, though hated cooking dinner at home. He loved being outside and was fond of several outdoor activities, such as golfing, fishing, gardening, hiking, and skiing, which he imprinted upon his children. He was also a font of knowledge with facts about history, nature, and pop culture. He always had a fact or anecdote to share about every place he would travel, every movie he would watch, and every song he loved. He loved animals, especially dogs, caring for several pets (including a calf that he nursed back to health), and was a secret lover of cats, as much as he would deny it. He loved sharing these passions with everyone around him, leaving a profound and lasting impact on his loved ones. Instead of Funeral Services, we will be holding a Celebration of Life, per his wishes. It will be held Saturday, July 29th, 2023 at the Rush Creekside Inn at 1pm. Friends and Family are encouraged to attend with any photos, stories or anecdotes about Scott. Please RSVP to the Rest Easy, Scott Coleman (A Celebration of His Life) event on Facebook if you would like to attend. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in support of Rochester Regional Health Hospice Care. They provided excellent services to Scott and his family with care and compassion. All charitable donations made to Hospice Care are put towards paying for patients that do not have insurance coverage or the ability to pay, as no one is denied service. Donations can be made on the Hospice Care website or sent to RRH Hospice at 330 Monroe Ave, Suite 400, Rochester NY, 14607. Love you forever, Scott. Thanks for all the amazing family trips, late night conversations, and life lessons. You will be dearly missed – Susan, Steven and Jamie Lee.

GAGNE, Joseph, 78, died on July 19, 2003. Joe was a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished member of the community. Mr. Gagne was born in St. Paul, Minn., on July 31, 1944 and his journey in life touched the hearts of all who knew him. After attending the University of Minnesota, Mr. Gagne answered the call to serve his country and honorably joined the Navy. He proudly served aboard the attack submarine USS Whale (SSN-638) during the late 1960s, embodying the values of honor, duty, and sacrifice. It was during his time in the Navy that he discovered his unwavering love for the sea and where he met the love of his life in Hull, Donna Antoine, of 60 Point Allerton Ave. Joe and Donna exchanged vows at St. Ann’s Church in Hull on July 18, 1970, embarking on a journey of love and companionship that would span a lifetime. Together, they were blessed with two sons, Joel and Jason, who became the pride and joy of their lives. Professionally, Mr. Gagne excelled as a liquor store manager, dedicating a remarkable 40 years to his craft. For two decades, he served as a beloved manager at Curtis Liquors in Cohasset. His dedication to his work went beyond the realm of business, as he formed meaningful connections with employees and customers alike, becoming a trusted friend and advisor to many. Outside of work, Mr. Gagne found joy on the golf course. Golf became a passion that allowed him to unwind, connect with friends, and appreciate the beauty of nature. However, his greatest source of happiness and fulfillment came from the love he shared with his family. He was a loving father, always there to offer guidance, support, and unconditional love to his sons. Mr. Gagne also was a proud grandfather to six grandchildren. Mr. Gagne will forever be remembered for his integrity, kindness, and generosity. His memory will live on through the countless lives he touched, and his legacy will continue to inspire us all. He leaves behind a community that will forever cherish his presence and a family that will continually honor his memory. In celebration of Mr. Gagne’s life, a memorial service will be held on July 28 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church. We invite all who knew and loved him to join us in honoring and remembering a remarkable man who brightened our lives with his presence. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to www.legion.org/donate/waystogive, an organization close to Mr. Gagne’s heart. Forever in our hearts, Joe will be deeply missed but never forgotten. May his soul find eternal peace.

GRAF, Donald V., CAPT, USN, Ret., 89, died peacefully at home in Lusby, MD on July 9, 2023. He was born on August 4, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA, to Elmer Graf and Verna VanEmburgh. Don's commitment to the engineering profession and love for sailing, music, and travel defined his life. Don was the first in his family to attend college, graduating from the University of Pennsylvania in 1956 with a degree in Chemical Engineering, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with an MBA. He received his commission in the US Navy through the Naval ROTC program and served as a Surface Warfare Officer for five years before transitioning to the Navy Reserve where he earned his submarine qualification onboard the USS Sea Robin (SS-407). He attained the rank of Captain and served as Deputy Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic Fleet before retiring in 1987 after a 30-year career. Don was a problem solver and made significant contributions during a long and distinguished career in the power generation industry that included various positions at New York Shipbuilding Corporation, Allis Chalmers Nuclear Power Division, Combustion Engineering, Baltimore Gas and Electric, the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant, and Constellation Operating Systems. Don joined MPR, Inc. as a world-wide consultant for nuclear and fossil fuel power plants before retiring in 2020. When not at work, Don could be found sailing on the waters of New England and Chesapeake Bay, usually with his daughters or travelling with his family. Don's appreciation for music, particularly big band and show tunes, brought him great joy. He played the trumpet with the Glassboro High School band, the Pitman Hobo Band, and the University of Pennsylvania Marching Band, as well as with his children and grandchildren. Don's support of his wife's running career was unwavering as he encouraged her participation in many events. He was a Master Mason, volunteer crewmember on the Dee of St Mary's at Calvert Marine Museum and served on the Board of Visitors for the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. Don's resilience, sea stories, and zest for life will long be remembered. Don is survived by his wife of 66 years, Tami Graf of Lusby, MD, daughters Chris (Rob) Costantino of Milford, NH; Robin (Timothy) Moon of Swan Point, MD; and Holly (Joe King) Graf of Columbia, MD; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held at the Calvert Marine Museum. He will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dee of St Mary's, Calvert Marine Museum. Published by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A. - Lusby on July 20, 2023.

LUND, Neil Patrick, 78, died on June 16, 2023. He was a resident of Livermore for over 50 years. Neil, or Nip as he was known by his family and friends, was born and raised in Hayward, California. He graduated from Tennyson High School in 1962 and enlisted in the Navy that same year. Upon completion of courses at three of the Navy's Nuclear Power schools he served aboard a nuclear submarine. After his discharge from the Navy in 1966 he began his career with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. 1966 was also the year he married his high school sweetheart Patty Beatty. They were married for 56 years. In 1978 Neil appeared on the cover of American Ceramic Society Bulletin and in an article in Popular Mechanics as well as numerous Bay Area newspapers for work he performed on building a cylinder of porcelain rings sandwiched together with cooper rings. At the time the cylinder was the largest object ever joined by active metal brazing and was used as part of an electron accelerator that was under construction at the Laboratory. Neil was very active in sports, playing soccer, softball, volleyball and bowling. He also enjoyed refereeing high school and junior college soccer games. In 2004 he retired from Lawrence Livermore Laboratory after 38 years. In retirement he loved spending time at Lund's little log cabin in the redwoods. He is survived by his wife Patty and his two daughters Georgia (Kevin), Christy (Mark) and by four grandchildren Tristan, Hannah, Valeri and Conor. He is also survived by his brother Dan (Cheri) Lund. Neil will remain forever in our hearts and memories. The family will celebrate his life with a private ceremony at the family cabin.

MARTEL, Jason, a beloved husband, father, friend, and veteran left us way too soon on July 7, 2023. Born June 1, 1974, Jason absence leaves an unfillable void in the hearts of his loved ones, but his spirit lives on through the countless lives he touched. Jason is survived by his beloved wife, Nikole Martel, who shared 25 years of marriage with him. They met in January 1998 on Superbowl Sunday when he helped her with her car battery. Jason was 23 and Nikole was 18 when they met in Portsmouth New Hampshire. Others have said that they were like magnets, no matter what happened in their marriage, they always found their way back to each other. Nikole has said that he was her best friend, who constantly motivated her to reach for the stars while she was his anchor. Jason cherished his four children, Elizabeth (24), Bradley (23), Thomas (21), and Andrew (17). His spirit of warmth, kindness, and devotion was reflected in his role as a doting father, raising them with great love and care. Jason held immense pride in his 25 years of dedicated and commendable service in the Submarine Community of the US Navy. He also was an avid Harley Davidson rider, having ridden since he was 16 years old. His Road King was one of his most cherished possessions, riding it all across the country. A memorial service for Jason will be held on August 2, 2023 at 10:30 AM, at the Tahoma National Cemetery. The ceremony will be a celebration of Jason's life, legacy, and the lessons he imparted to us all - to live life to the fullest and foster genuine connections. Jason had a personality that would light up any room. He was warm, kind, devoted, and had a humorous spirit that was contagious. He left a positive impact on many lives and careers, demonstrating a unique humility. Jason's legacy of a loving family and friends spread throughout the world bears testimony to the remarkable life he led. Jason Martel was not just an ordinary man; he was a beacon of light in the lives of many. He may not be physically with us anymore, but his teachings, memories, and love will forever be etched in our hearts.

MOLYNEUX, Richard Frank, 98 died on July 13, 2023. Born on May 24, 1925, he was a family man who dedicated his life to taking care of his family to the absolute best of his abilities. He was a loving husband to his wife of 60 years, Camille Rose Chesemore, who died from Alzheimer's on July 4, 2009. He was a devoted father to his 3 sons; Robert, Donald and Dale; grandfather to 4 grandchildren; and great-grandfather to 2. Dick was a WWII veteran of the submarine service. He qualified in submarines in USS Bluegill (SS-242) in 1944 and was TM3(SS) when released by the Navy in 1946. He is buried in Inglewood Park Cemetery. Dick lived with honesty, integrity and following the golden rule – a life to be proud of with the love of family and friends. He was meticulous, scrupulously honest, very detail oriented, and definitely a no-nonsense kind of guy. He was Senior Vice President at Sully Miller Contracting Co., retiring after 35 years. At 53, he completed his bachelor’s and master’s degree programs at the same time through Pepperdine University, then put his newly minted degrees to good use consulting for rock products companies. Upon retirement he and Camille traveled for years seeing most of Mexico and Canada, and nearly every road in the U.S., visiting every World War II submarine. Published by Los Angeles Times on Jul. 20, 2023.

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