Call To Duty

     Air Force Airman Michael T. Fraser graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Fraser is the son of Angela Fraser of Buena Drive, Great Falls.
     He is a 2011 graduate of Charles M. Russell High School, Great Falls.
4/30/2012

     Air Force Airman Kaelynn C. Haynes graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Haynes is the daughter of Steve and April Haynes of Missoula Avenue, Helena.
     She is a 2011 graduate of Helena High School.
4/24/2012

     Air Force Airman 1st Class Rittichai Tanomlek graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Tanomlek is the son of Saneh Ross of Woodbridge Drive, Helena, Montana.
     He is a 2002 graduate of Moanalua High School, Honolulu, Hawaii. He earned a bachelor's degree in 2010 from Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu.
4/24/2012

Christopher L. Bourgeau

     Air Force Airman Christopher L. Bourgeau graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Bourgeau is the son of Amy Bourgeau and brother of Matthew Bourgeau, both of Riverview Drive West, Great Falls.
     He is a 2011 graduate of C.M. Russell High School, Great Falls.
4/11/2012

    Army National Guard Pfc. Alyssa L. Kresge has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, South Carolina.
     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
     Kresge is the daughter of David and  Kristi Kresge of Townsend Avenue, Helena.
     She is a 2011 graduate of Helena High School.
4/5/2012

Christian E. Hoelstad

     Army Pvt. Christian E. Hoelstad has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, South Carolina.
     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
     Hoelstad is the son of Hans Hoelstad of East Helena.
4/3/2012

MARCH 2012

Cameron J. Stanton

     Army Pvt. Cameron J. Stanton graduated from the Multiple Launch Rocket System Operations/Fire Direction Specialist Advanced Individual Training (AIT) course at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.
     The course is designed to train the students on how to record and transmit firing data, operate fire direction systems and multiple launch rocket system communication equipment.
     They also learn to gather operations and intelligence data, and plot that data using charts, maps and records. They learn to drive specialized vehicles, maintain and use generators, and install and maintain a wide range of communications equipment.
     Stanton is the son of Cheryl and Greg Stanton of Meadow Lane, Cascade.
     He is a 2008 graduate of C.M. Russell High School, Great Falls.
3/26/2012

Allison T. Hemenway

     Air Force Airman Allison T. Hemenway graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Hemenway is the daughter of Elizabeth Hemenway of Elmwood Drive, Bozeman.
     The airman is a 2007 graduate of Bozeman Senior High School.
3/20/2012

Mac T. Redfern

     Air Force Airman Mac T. Redfern graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Redfern is the son of Anna Ritchie of Third Avenue North, Great Falls.
     The airman is a 2010 graduate of Great Falls High School.
3/16/2012

     Air Force Airman Austin M. Smith graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Smith is the son of Anneliese Smith of Menlo Park Road, Helena, and Scott Smith of Treasure State Drive, Great Falls.
     The airman is a 2010 graduate of Capital High School, Helena.
3/6/2012

     Air Force Airman Christopher M. Mroz graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.     
     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
     Mroz is the son of Michael Mroz of Mountain View Drive, Great Falls, Montana, and Jennifer Mroz of West El Camino Avenue, Sacramento, California.
     He is a 2010 graduate of Aptos High School, California.
2/13/2012   

     Air Force Airman Corey R. Allen graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Allen is the son of Michele Smith of 11th Avenue South, Great Falls, Montana.
He is a 2005 graduate of Redlands East Valley High School, California.

1/27/2012

Air Force Airman Christian N. Street graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Street is the son of Tim and Mara Street of Highwood Drive, Great Falls.
He is a 2011 graduate of C. M. Russell High School, Great Falls.

1/26/2012

Air Force Airman Curtis W. Chastain graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Chastain is the son of Michele Smith of South 11th Avenue, Great Falls.
He is a 2010 graduate of Great Falls High School.

Air Force Airman Samuel B. Hart graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Hart is the brother of Gina Chapin of Jamaica Street, Henderson, and son of Gigi Ackerman of 30th Avenue Northeast, Great Falls.
He is a 2010 graduate of Charles M. Russell High School, Great Falls.

Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew S. Wright has been named Mission Support Group noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter.
Selection was based on the individual's exemplary duty performance, job knowledge, leadership qualities, teamwork, significant self-improvement, personal achievements, notable accomplishments, and community service and support.
Wright is a fire protection crew chief assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. The staff sergeant has served in the military for six years.
He is the son of Larry and Judy Wright of Broadway Street, Townsend.

1/20/2012

Army Reserve Col. LeRoy Gaub is one of an elite group of officers recently inducted into the Officer Candidate School (OCS) Hall of Fame at a ceremony held at Fort Benning, Columbus, Georgia.
Induction into the Hall of Fame is the single highest honor the OCS can bestow upon its past graduates. Eligibility calls for officers who have either attained the rank of colonel, Medal of Honor recipients, or those who have distinguished themselves in civilian occupations. The Hall of Fame recognizes leadership excellence in both military and civilian public service.

Gaub is a retired colonel with 31 years of service.
He is a 1967 graduate of Terry High School. He earned a master's degree in 2000 from the University of Phoenix. His spouse is Sheila Gaub of Bozeman.

Air Force 2nd Lt. Kim A. Dowd graduated from Top Knife training at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona.
Top Knife is a two-week course in "fighter aviation medicine" that encompasses several opportunities to fly aboard aircraft in simulated combat conditions.
Dowd is an aerospace physiologist assigned to the 633rd Air Base Wing at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. The second lieutenant has served in the military for two years.
She is the daughter of Lanette and Martin Dowd of Outlaw Lane, Bozeman.
She graduated in 2004 from Bozeman Senior High School. She earned a bachelor's degree in 2008 from Montana State University, Bozeman.

1/9/2012

Air Force Airman Ellen K. Kruithoff graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Kruithoff is the daughter of Kim and Rob Kruithoff of Fourth Avenue North, Great Falls.
She is a 2011 graduate of Charles M. Russell High School, Great Falls.

Michelle L. Carpenter has been promoted to the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
Carpenter is the deputy director of future operations and integration, assigned to the Air Reserve Personnel Center Headquarters in Denver, Colorado. The Colonel has served in the military for 20 years.
She is the daughter of Donald M. Hamerla of Keir Lane, Helena, Montana, the granddaughter of Casmire Hamerla of Center Street, Plainfield, Ill., and the sister of Ralph R. Hamerla of Brookside Drive, Norman, Oklahoma.
Her husband, James, is the son of Hazel and Richard Smith of Thrush Drive, Post Falls, Idaho.

1/5/2012

      Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Gregory S. Fox graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. 

     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.  

     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  

     Fox is the son of Bryan and Laureen Fox of Lode Street, Helena.  

     He is a 2011 graduate of Helena High School.

NOVEMBER 2011

     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.  

     Geyer is the son of Jeff Geyer of Sixth Avenue North, Great Falls.  

     He is a 2010 graduate of Great Falls High School.  

11/25/2011

      Air Force Airman Larue S. Penka graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.  

     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  

     Penka is the daughter of Annette and Lessel Scott of Crescent Drive, Great Falls.  

     She is a 2008 graduate of C.M. Russell High School, Great Falls.  

 11/18/2011

     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.  

     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  

     Kreutz is the son of Pamela Williams of 3rd Avenue South, Great Falls.

     He is a 2011 graduate of C.M. Russell High School. 

11/15/2011

     The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.  

     Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  

     He is the son of Robert Clark of Maynard Road, Helena.

     Clark graduated in 2006 from Capital High School, Helena, and received an associate degree in 2009 from the University of Montana, Helena.  

11/2/2011

     Air Force Airman Vitali Moiseenko graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

      The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

      Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.  

      He is the son of Elena Moiseenko of E. Desert Marigold Drive, Cave Creek, Arizona.

     Moiseenko graduated in 2006 from Bozeman High School, Montana.

OCTOBER 2011

    Army National Guard Pvt. Nina R. Soutullohas graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Oklahoma.  

     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.

     Soutullo graduated from the split option enlistment program that allows high school students to attend basic training between their junior and senior years. They will be assigned to their reserve or national guard units during their senior year and attend their advanced individual training upon graduation from high school.

     Soutullo is the ward of Nancy Collick of N. Fee Street, Helena. She is a student at Helena High School.

10/11/2011

    Army Pvt. Danyell R. Ferda has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Oklahoma.

     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.

     Ferda is the daughter of Jennifer Masker of Fourth Avenue South and Terry Ferda, Ninth Avenue South, both of Great Falls. She is a 2011 graduate of Charles Russell High School, Great Falls.

10/12/2011

    Army Reserve Sgt. William D. Hightower Jr. is returning to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., after being deployed to Afghanistan serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Hightower is a resident of 50th Street S., Great Falls.

     He is a combat engineer with the 309th Engineer Company, Brainerd, Minn.

10/12/2011

Daniel P. Flynn

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Flynn is the son of Joe P. and Rene M. Flynn of 182nd Court N.E., Redmond. He is a 2002 graduate of Redmond High School.

     He is an ammunition technician with the 592nd Ordnance Company, Butte, Mont.

10/12/2011

Ronald S. Maurer

    Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Ronald S. Maurer is returning to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., after being deployed to Afghanistan serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Maurer is the son of Tom and Jackie S. Maurer of First Avenue N., Laurel. His wife, Michelle, is the daughter of Don and Nancy Wilson of S. Black Avenue, Bozeman.

     He is a 1986 graduate of Laurel High School. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree in 1993 from Montana State University, Bozeman.

     He is an ammunition specialist and squad leader with the 592nd Ordnance Company, Billings.

10/12/2011

Ashley D. Flynn

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Flynn is the daughter of Gerard J. Boland. and stepdaughter of Laurie Boland of Bobcat Drive, Helena, Mont. She is also the daughter of Melody Dent of S. Grasi Street, Littleton, Colo.

     She is a 2002 graduate of Capital High School, Helena, Mont. She went on to earn a bachelor's degree in 2007 from Montana State University, Bozeman.

     She is an ammunition specialist with the 592nd Ordnance Company, Butte, Mont.

10/12/2011

     Army Reserve Chief Warrant Officer 2 Christopher C. Garcia is returning to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., after being deployed to Afghanistan serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Garcia is the son of Elsie I. Garcia of Sixth Avenue N., Great Falls, and son-in-law of Farrell D. and Ruth Brennete of Billings. He is a 1978 graduate of Treasure State Academy, Great Falls. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1984 from Mountain States Baptist College, Great Falls.

     He is an ammunition technician with the 592nd Ordnance Company, Billings.

10/12/2011

     Army Reserve Spec. Nicholas L. Bragg is returning to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., after being deployed to Afghanistan serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Bragg is the son of Pamela J. and Larry R. Bragg of Juniper Acres, Silver Bow. He is a 1999 graduate of Butte High School.

     He is an ammunition specialist with th 592nd Ordnance Company, Butte.

10/12/2011

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Ciampanelli is the daughter of Brenda Barnaby of W. Georgia Road, Sheridan, and sister of Curtis Hayden of Butte. She is a 2010 graduate of Twin Bridges High School.

     She is an ammunition sergeant with the 592nd Ordnance Company, Butte.

10/12/2011

     Army Reserve Spec. Rebecca R. Norris is returning to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., after being deployed to Afghanistan serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

     Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism.  Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.

     Norris is a 2000 graduate of Helena High School.

     She is an ammunition specialist with the 592nd Ordnance Company, Butte.

10/12/2011

     Army National Guard Pvt. Jamison R. Powell has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.

     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.

     Powell is the son of Alison Powell of Barrett Road, Helena. He is a 2007 graduate of Capital High School, Helena.

10/12/2011

     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions.  Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

     Yount is the son of Jennifer Yount of Grizzly Trail, Butte, and grandson of Allen Walters of Clagett Street, Deer Lodge. He is a 2011 graduate of Powell County High School, Deer Lodge.

10/12/2011

     During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions.  Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. 

     He is the son of Don Blair of Seventh Avenue, Great Falls. 

     Blair graduated in 2010 from Great Falls High School.

10/17/2011