
The DUSTOFF Association Hall of Fame honors people who made
a) an outstanding contribution to DUSTOFF aviation over an extended period
b) a doctrinal or technical contribution
c) an innovation with an identifiable impact on DUSTOFF Aviation
d) efforts that inspired others, or
e) any combination of above,
and records the excellence of their achievements for posterity. All persons are eligible for induction, except active duty Generals and Colonels. Membership in DUSTOFF Association is not a requirement for individuals nominated for the DUSTOFF Hall of Fame. Any individual, military or civilian, may nominate an individual for the DUSTOFF Hall of Fame consideration.
This white paper expands on the above criteria.
Generous donations by the membership have funded the plaques as well as the DUSTOFF logo and the dedication plaque. The AMEDD Museum Foundation has graciously allowed the DUSTOFF Association a wide degree of latitude in occupying space that could otherwise be reserved for archives.
The standards are published on this site as well as the nomination form and procedures. Please, take the time to research the background and accomplishments of that person you feel is worthy of induction into our Hall of Fame. Take some quality time to work up the required documentation, citation, and nomination narrative and send it to the Association at our post office box.
Our legacy is rich with self-sacrifice, heroism and service to our fellow man. All DUSTOFF crewmembers are a hero in some way or another. Some rise above the rest and deserve special recognition. The Executive Council needs the eyes, ears and memories of our full membership to assist us in appropriately identifying and honoring those worthy of representing the DUSTOFF legacy by induction into our Hall of Fame.
HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS
(SUSPENSE DATE FOR NOMINATIONS: May 1 each year.)
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This Form is to be used for the submission of all nominations for the DUSTOFF Association Hall of Fame. It may be reproduced locally or additional copies may be obtained from The DUSTOFF Association Secretary by writing to: DUSTOFF Association, P. O. Box 8091, Wainwright Station, San Antonio, TX 78208.
CRITERIA
The DUSTOFF Association sponsored Hall of Fame honors those persons who have made a) an outstanding contribution to DUSTOFF Aviation over an extended period, b) a doctrinal or technical contribution, c) an innovation with an identifiable impact on DUSTOFF Aviation, d) efforts that were an inspiration to others, or e) any combination of the foregoing, and records the excellence of their achievements for posterity. All persons are eligible for induction, except active duty Generals and Colonels. Membership in DUSTOFF Association is not a requirement for individuals nominated for the DUSTOFF Hall of Fame. Any individual, military or civilian, may nominate an individual for the DUSTOFF Hall of Fame consideration.
DOCUMENTATION
The DUSTOFF Association Hall of Fame Executive Council will consider only the following in making its selections:
[1] A 160-word summary of the accomplishments of the individual nominee.
[2] A Narrative of not more than 1,500 words documenting the accomplishments and qualifying attributes of the individual nominee.
[3] The nomination must include a photograph of the nominee in any size, preferably in color.
SUBMISSION
Any person may submit this Nomination Form directly to the DUSTOFF Association Hall of Fame Executive Council for consideration. Nominations should be postmarked not later than May 1 and mailed or express-mailed to DUSTOFF Association, ATTN: Hall of Fame Executive Council; P.O. Box 8091 Wainwright Sta.; San Antonio, TX 78208. Nominations material – to include photographs – will not be returned.
SELECTION
The Executive Council, which is composed of current officers and former Presidents of the Association, is responsible for validating that the candidates meet the Hall of Fame criteria and selecting a specific number of candidates from all nominees received for placement on the DUSTOFF Association Hall of Fame Ballot.
BALLOTING
The selected candidates, their narratives and their photos will be voted on by current members of the Hall of Fame and the Executive Council. These members will be asked to vote for their choice of the Inductees (or for None) from those candidates appearing in the ballot. Balloting is conducted annually. A nominee must receive 2/3’s of the votes cast to be elected.
INDUCTION
The induction will take place at the Annual Reunion in February each year. The Hall of Fame is located at the U.S. Army Medical Department Museum in Fort Sam Houston, TX. Brass plaques honoring the Inductees will be placed on the Hall of Fame Wall. Plaques will be purchased as funds are available. Induction to the Hall of Fame will not be delayed due to lack of funds for the plaque.
Use this form to fill out and submit your nomination. Remember, nominations must be received by 1 July each year to be eligible for consideration in that calendar year.
Members of the DUSTOFF Hall of Fame
MAJOR Charles L. Kelly
MAJOR Charles L. Kelly Major Charles L. Kelly was DUSTOFF and DUSTOFF was “Combat Kelly.”…
Patrick H. Brady
MG Patrick H. Brady Major (later Major General) Patrick H. Brady, U.S. Army, Medical Service…
CW4 Michael J. Novosel
CW$ Michael J. Novosel Chief Warrant Officer (CW3), (later CW4) Michael J. Novosel was a…
Louis R. Rocco
CWO Louis R. Rocco SFC (Later CWO) Louis R. Rocco, Advisory Team 162, MACV, Vietnam,…
MG Spurgeon Neel
MG Spurgeon Neel Lieutenant Colonel (later Major General) Spurgeon Neel was a pioneer in the…
Steve Hook
Steve Hook was the “Charles Kelly of Dustoff medics”. He put every life entrusted to…
Wayne “Tiny” Simmons
Specialist 5 Wayne Simmons was a giant of a man, and much to his delight…
John Temperilli
In February 1962, CPT John Temperilli, Commander, 57th Medical Detachment, spearheaded events that formed DUSTOFF….
Jerome Foust
Brigadier Jerome Foust’s career as DUSTOFF Aviator, commander of medical and medical support units in…
Paul A. Bloomquist
LTC Paul A. Bloomquist exemplified the DUSTOFF spirit throughout his brilliant career. Spending nearly 35…
Ernest J. “Ernie” Sylvester
COL Ernest J. Sylvester personifies the highest standard of the DUSTOFF tradition. As a 2nd…
Douglas Moore
COL Douglas Moore had a distinguished career as an aviator, commander, and senior staff officer….
Eldon Ideus
Each day was “another GRRRREAT DAY” for COL Eldon Ideus. A hardworking farmer’s son from…
Charles Allen
SSG Charles Allen trained for eleven years to treat battlefield casualties. Upon his assignment in…
Ray Salmon
Ray Salmon deployed to Vietnam in 1964 with the 82nd Medical Detachment. His first experience…
Jim Truscott
Colonel Truscott served two tours in Vietnam, flying 2009 combat missions, 1700 combat flight hours…
William Hughes
William Hughes’s heroism led to the saving of countless lives in Vietnam. In February 1965,…
Merle J. Snyder
Colonel Merle J Snyder had a distinguished 30-year career as an aviator, commander, and senior…
Thomas “Egor” Johnson
SSG Thomas “Egor” Johnson was inducted into the DUSTOFF Hall of Fame for his life-long…
James “Pappy” Coleman
James “Pappy” Coleman earned 3 Silver Stars, a Distinguished Flying Cross, 2 Bronze Stars and…
Robert Romines
Colonel Robert B. Romines had an outstanding career as a DUSTOFF aviator and professional officer….
Dan Gower
COL Dan Gower dedicated 27 years of service to Army serving 96 months in command…
Edward G. Bradshaw
Colonel Edward Bradshaw’s 30-year career in the Army epitomized the creed of the Army officer….
Vince Cedola
LTC Vince Cedola’s first mission of deploying a unit set the stage for the rest…
Timothy Cole, Jr.
Warrant Officer Tim Cole served his country with dignity, honor, and valor in Vietnam, flying…
David Dryden
COL David Dryden is a multi-skilled aviator, commander, and health care administrator. One of the…
Jimmy Johnson
Jimmy Johnson was an extraordinarily accomplished enlisted /officer medic. After a tour as a combat…
Charles Webb
COL Charles Webb completed training as an infantryman before attending OCS in 1957. Branch transferring…
Hank Tuell
COL Hank Tuell had an outstanding career as an aviator, commander and hospital administrator. His…
Thomas C. Scofield
COL Thomas C. Scofield’s 28-year military career as a DUSTOFF pilot, commander at every level…
Benjamin Knisely
COL Benjamin Knisely epitomizes the best in AMEDD aviation and our DUSTOFF tradition. At the…
Ron “Huey” Huether
LTC Ronald (HUEY) Huether spent all but one assignment in AMEDD aviation positions working to…
Steven D. Vermillion
LTC Steven D. Vermillion completed a highly successful 26-year career as a Master Army Aviator,…
Thomas “Hoot” Gipson, Jr.
CWO Thomas “Hoot” Gipson, Jr., the original DUSTOFF 39, twice extended his tour of duty…
Ronald C. Jones
COL Ronald Jones evacuated patients from the battlefield in both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. During…
James Wingate
LTC James C. Wingate’s distinguished career with DUSTOFF spanned 47 years in the Army and Industry….
Lee Roupe
LTC Lee Roupe’s distinguished career spanned 36 years. Enlisting in 1976, he proudly served as…
Robert Mitchell
COL Robert “Bob” Mitchell’s 31 years of selfless service are marked with outstanding leadership and…
Don Sewell
In one year in Vietnam CW2 Don Sewell flew over 1,000 combat hours, approximately 1800…
Dennis Doyle
Brigadier General (Retired) Dennis Doyle’s 34 years of dedicated, selfless service culminated with his assignment…
LTG Quinn Becker
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David MacDonald
COL David MacDonald COL David MacDonald’s distinguished 25-year military career was marked with lasting contributions…
Scott Heintz
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Stephen Peth
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George W. Hildebrandt
George Hildebrandt Sergeant First Class (Retired) George W. Hildebrandt epitomizes the best in the Army…
Nick Johnson
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