Huba Wass de Czege

Brigadier General Huba Wass de Czege, U.S. Army, Retired
(Official Obituary approved by Primary Next of Kin and Person Authorized to Direct Disposition)

Huba Wass de Czege, the third son to Count Albert Wass de Czege and Baroness Eva Siemers, was born on August 13, 1941, in Kolozsvár, Transylvania, Hungary.
Yoda, as he was affectionately known by his students and followers, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in humanity. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives he touched. We ask that you remember him not for the way his life ended, but for the way he lived it, and for the profound impact he had on the lives of those in his orbit.
Huba is survived by his loving wife and soulmate, Sherrie Patrick; his daughter, Maggie; his son, Matt; and his two living brothers, Geza and Endre. He also leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews, grandchildren, granddaughter, and cousins who shared in his joyful spirit.
After his graduation from Gainesville High School, Huba entered the United States Military Academy at West Point and graduated in 1964. His legend as one of history's greatest military theorists began. He would serve two tours of combat in Vietnam, command at platoon, company, battalion, and brigade levels; and graduate from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government with a master's in public administration. He was the lead author of the revolutionary AirLand Battle concept and for codifying that concept in the U.S. Army's warfighting doctrine. That concept also became the basis for military doctrine across the United States and NATO. Additionally, Huba founded the School of Advanced Military Studies to provide select officers a greater understanding of the military art, and he served as its first Director.
From evading the clutches of advancing Soviet forces in World War II as a three-year old, to the bloody fighting in the jungles of Vietnam as a young Army officer—where he earned the Silver Star Medal (our nation's third highest award for heroism) and five Bronze Star Medals (two for valor)—to the halls of NATO—where his impeccable logic and reasoned judgment led the team that helped to negotiate the Conventional Forces in Europe Treaty, which contributed to the fall of the Soviet Union—General Wass de Czege was seemingly destined to become a hero, an intellectual giant, and a great friend.
Those who knew Huba will remember him best for his love of humanity, his kindness, and his humility. He leaves a lasting impact on all who crossed his path.
As per Huba's wishes, his remains will be cremated at Milam Funeral and Cremation Services, Gainesville, and will await services with full military honors at Fort Myer, Virginia, followed by inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. https://www.milamfh.com.