Navy Ensign

Navy Ensign Katie M. Jones, daughter of Larry D. and Patricia A. Jones of Westminster, recently graduated from the Naval Academy in Annapolis and was commissioned at her present rank.Ensign Jones completed four years of intensive academic, physical and professional training and received a bachelor of science degree in oceanography.Ensign Jones was one of 895 men and women who were commissioned as officers this year at the academy.She is a 1991 graduate of Westminster High chool. Her next duty station will be at the Naval Atlantic Meteorology and Oceanography Center in Norfolk, Va.POLICE* Westminster: A resident of Liberty Street reported that someone damaged his moped while it was parked at Thunderhead Bowling Lanes in the 140 Village Shopping Center July 20. He estimated damage at $100.

Mount Airy Flag Day Celebration Car and Truck Show has been rescheduled for tomorrow in Watkins Park on Route 27. It was canceled earlier in the month because of rain. The show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The mayor's choice and top 15 vehicles will be awarded prizes. Vehicle registration is $5, and dash plaques will be given to the first 100 cars entered. All makes and years of vehicles are welcome. Proceeds will benefit a hospice in Frederick County to be built outside Mount Airy.

Tepe commissioned Navy ensignNavy Ensign Patrick V. Tepe, son of James C. and Agnes J. Tepe of the Village of Kings Contrivance, was commissioned to his present rank after graduating from Aviation Officer Candidate School at Pensacola Naval Air Station, Fla.During the course at Naval Aviation Schools Command, Ensign Tepe studied sea power, seamanship, navigation, aerodynamics, engineering, officer development, aviation physiology, swimming, land and sea...

Kristen Hohenwarter is not crusading against alcohol. She does not want people to stop drinking it, or bars to stop serving it. All she wants is for people to choose a designated driver if they are drinking. It's a decision she would have welcomed a year ago - one that would have averted the loss of two lives and immeasurable emotional trauma. Hohenwarter, 23, and her boyfriend, Ensign John R. Elliott, a recent Naval Academy graduate, were hit by a drunken driver in July. They were on their way to New Jersey for a birthday celebration for Elliott's mother when the drunken driver swerved across the double-yellow line and hit them head-on.

Two former Naval Academy midshipmen were sentenced yesterday to probation and home detention in federal court in Baltimore for their roles in an interstate car-theft ring.Navy Ensign Arthur Brown, 24, was sentenced to three months of home detention and five years of probation after pleading guilty to purchasing three stolen vehicles from a New York-based ring and bringing them to Maryland, where they were retitled with phony paperwork.U.S. district Judge Marvin J. Garbis also ordered Brown to repay money to the victims of the ring, which stole four-wheel-drive vehicles off the streets of New York City and sold them to the midshipmen and others.

* Marine Pfc. Jeremy D. Gray, son of Beverly A. and Roy L. Gray Jr. of Manchester, recently graduated from the Petroleum Supply Specialists Course.During the course at Marine Corps Administrative Detachment, Fort Lee, Va., students receive instruction on the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of fuel handling units and accessory equipment.A 1990 graduate of North Carroll High School, Gray joined the Marine Corps in December 1990.* Navy Ensign Brian A. Carpenter recently was commissioned to his present rank on completion of Aviation Officer Candidate School.

* Several countians have completed naval training at their recruit centers.During their eight-week training cycle, the countians studied general military subjects designed to prepare them for further academic and on-the-job training in one of the Navy's 85 basic fields.Studies included seamanship, close-order drill, naval history andfirst aid. Personnel who complete this course of instruction are eligible for three hours of college credit in physical education and hygiene.Navy Airman Recruit James E. Mohney, son of Jeannie M. Wroten of Sykesville, has completed recruit training at Recruit Training Command, San Diego.

Navy Lt. John D. Harris, a 1987 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, recently completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Course at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.The course covers use of publications, applied physical principles, explosive effects, safety precautions, storage, handling and transportation of explosives, tools and equipment maintenance, basics of demolition, chemical agents, and personnel protection, radiation detection equipment and control.LAWTON...

Two former midshipmen, one a Navy ensign, were indicted yesterday by a federal grand jury on charges that they took part in a car theft ring that already has led to charges against five other former midshipmen.Joshua M. Gray of Gulfport, La., and Ensign Corey M. Avens of Los Angeles were indicted on one count each of conspiracy to sell stolen cars and another of receiving a stolen car.Gray was a member of the academy Class of 1996 and resigned in May; academy officials would not discuss his case.

Two from the Howard County area have graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy:* Navy Ensign Mark J. Lenart, son of Ronald and Christine Lenart of Laurel* Navy Ensign Hugh J. McFarlane, a 1987 graduate of Hammond High SchoolMARINE AIDS REFUGEESMarine Lance Cpl. Bryan F. Greyerbiehl, son of Jerry and Dianne Greyerbiehl of Columbia, recently arrived at Iskenderun, Turkey, to assist with international relief efforts forIraqi refugees.A 1987 graduate of Hammond High School, he joinedthe Marine Corps in October 1987.

Two former Naval Academy midshipmen were sentenced yesterday to probation and home detention in federal court in Baltimore for their roles in an interstate car-theft ring.Navy Ensign Arthur Brown, 24, was sentenced to three months of home detention and five years of probation after pleading guilty to purchasing three stolen vehicles from a New York-based ring and bringing them to Maryland, where they were retitled with phony paperwork.U.S. district Judge Marvin J. Garbis also ordered Brown to repay money to the victims of the ring, which stole four-wheel-drive vehicles off the streets of New York City and sold them to the midshipmen and others.

Two former midshipmen, one a Navy ensign, were indicted yesterday by a federal grand jury on charges that they took part in a car theft ring that already has led to charges against five other former midshipmen.Joshua M. Gray of Gulfport, La., and Ensign Corey M. Avens of Los Angeles were indicted on one count each of conspiracy to sell stolen cars and another of receiving a stolen car.Gray was a member of the academy Class of 1996 and resigned in May; academy officials would not discuss his case.

Navy Ensign Katie M. Jones, daughter of Larry D. and Patricia A. Jones of Westminster, recently graduated from the Naval Academy in Annapolis and was commissioned at her present rank.Ensign Jones completed four years of intensive academic, physical and professional training and received a bachelor of science degree in oceanography.Ensign Jones was one of 895 men and women who were commissioned as officers this year at the academy.She is a 1991 graduate of Westminster High chool. Her next duty station will be at the Naval Atlantic Meteorology and Oceanography Center in Norfolk, Va.POLICE* Westminster: A resident of Liberty Street reported that someone damaged his moped while it was parked at Thunderhead Bowling Lanes in the 140 Village Shopping Center July 20. He estimated damage at $100.

Tepe commissioned Navy ensignNavy Ensign Patrick V. Tepe, son of James C. and Agnes J. Tepe of the Village of Kings Contrivance, was commissioned to his present rank after graduating from Aviation Officer Candidate School at Pensacola Naval Air Station, Fla.During the course at Naval Aviation Schools Command, Ensign Tepe studied sea power, seamanship, navigation, aerodynamics, engineering, officer development, aviation physiology, swimming, land and sea...

Air Force Airman 1st Class David J. Fugiel, son of Jack H. Fugiel ofAnnapolis, has arrived for duty at Andrews Air Force Base in Missouri.Fugiel is a fuels specialist.MELLEMA FINISHES COURSEDATELINE:ANNAPOLISArmy Reserve Pvt. Ernest R. Mellema IV, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest R. Mellema of Annapolis, has completed a unit supply specialist course at Ft. Jackson, S.C.Mellema is a 1990 graduate of Broadneck Senior High School.PRANN AT FT. RILEYDATELINE: ANNAPOLISArmy Spec. John C. Prann, son of Valeria Johnson of Annapolis, has arrived for duty at Ft. Riley, Kan.Prann is a 1988 graduate of Annapolis Senior High School.

* Marine Pfc. Jeremy D. Gray, son of Beverly A. and Roy L. Gray Jr. of Manchester, recently graduated from the Petroleum Supply Specialists Course.During the course at Marine Corps Administrative Detachment, Fort Lee, Va., students receive instruction on the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of fuel handling units and accessory equipment.A 1990 graduate of North Carroll High School, Gray joined the Marine Corps in December 1990.* Navy Ensign Brian A. Carpenter recently was commissioned to his present rank on completion of Aviation Officer Candidate School.

Three Carroll County residents have completed Navy recruit training.Fireman Aaron K. Vanderslice and Seaman Recruit David M. Bushman completed training at Recruit Training Command, Orlando, Fla.Seaman Recruit George H. Tutor took his training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.During their eight-week training cycle, they studied general military subjects designed to prepare them for further academic and on-the-job training in one of the Navy's...

Two from the Howard County area have graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy:* Navy Ensign Mark J. Lenart, son of Ronald and Christine Lenart of Laurel* Navy Ensign Hugh J. McFarlane, a 1987 graduate of Hammond High SchoolMARINE AIDS REFUGEESMarine Lance Cpl. Bryan F. Greyerbiehl, son of Jerry and Dianne Greyerbiehl of Columbia, recently arrived at Iskenderun, Turkey, to assist with international relief efforts forIraqi refugees.A 1987 graduate of Hammond High School, he joinedthe Marine Corps in October 1987.

The following area servicemen recently returned from deployment to the Middle East in support of Operation Desert Storm:* Navy Dentalman Apprentice Edward J. Davis, a 1990 graduate of Laurel High School, served aboard the amphibious transport dock USS Raleigh, homeportedin Norfolk, Va.* Marine Lance Cpl. Frank W. Buchanan, son of Raymond E. and Catherine B. Buchanan of Glen Burnie, served with the Assault Amphibian Battalion, Second Marine Division, Camp...