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Rear Admiral James A. Winnefeld, USN (ret) passed away at the Ginger Cove retirement community in Annapolis, Maryland on Thursday, November 26th, 2015. He was born in Paterson, New Jersey on January 1, 1929 and graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with the Class of 1951. He served in the U.S. Navy for 30 years in destroyers, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships. He commanded a carrier aircraft squadron, an air group, an amphibious ship, and an amphibious squadron. He saw active service in combat in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. In 1960 he was awarded a Master of Arts in International Affairs from Stanford University. From 1976-1978 he served as Commandant of Midshipmen at the Naval Academy. After he retired from the Navy he worked at RAND Corporation, a non-profit think tank. He authored numerous articles for professional journals, co-authored four books on policy analysis, and wrote two works of fiction. He was previously married to 1951 Naval Academy Color Girl Fredda Coupland Winnefeld of Wildwood, Florida. He is survived by his wife The Honorable Judith Duckett of Annapolis Maryland; daughter Lea Sandman; son Admiral James A. Winnefeld, Jr, USN (ret), and six wonderful grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Naval Academy Chapel on Monday, December 14th at 10:00 a.m. Interment Private. Arrangements by: John M. Taylor Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.johnmtaylorfuneralhome.com
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James Foggo
December 23, 2015
I was deeply saddened to learn of Admiral Winnefeld's passing. On the recommendation of a family friend, he met me at the Commandant's Quarters in Annapolis and walked me through Bancroft Hall on a Sunday afternoon during my senior year in high school in 1976. I was sold on the Naval Academy and looked up to him during my time at Annapolis as our most inspirational Commandant. I just saw him at CNO's recent change of command and he looked great. Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your leadership and service to our nation. VADM Jamie Foggo, COMSIXTHFLT
December 14, 2015
The honor of being a Classmate and the sadness of losing you, Jim. Condolences from the Zoehrer family, with memories our families shared.
Herb and Margaret, for all the Zoehrers
December 13, 2015
We join classmates and their loved ones to send you our thoughts and prayers of
healing,comfort and gratitude for sharing in Jim's life.
Kelsey Sears
Capt. Glen R. Sears II USNret
Charlie Huebner
December 11, 2015
To the Winnefeld Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this most difficult time. It is comforting to know that your father and grandfathers words, actions and legacy live daily through you.
This world is a better place because of him. In our prayers,
The Huebner Family
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Karen & Terry Cook
December 6, 2015
Judy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this time. Terry has such fond memories of the Admiral and we always enjoyed seeing you both at many Navy events. Please know you are in our prayers!
Tom Kyle
December 2, 2015
Judy, My sincere condolences for your loss. He was a great officer. His memories will last forever.
December 1, 2015
Condolences from Capt and Mrs James Roahen. Admiral Winnefeld was a truly wonderful person. Always friendly and outgoing.
CDR Bill Manders USN (Ret)
November 30, 2015
My condolences to the Winnefeld Family. I met RADM and Mrs. Winnefeld when they visited USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in the mid-1990s and I had the pleasure to escort them around the ship. They were such fine people, the Admiral the epitome of an officer and a gentleman and Mrs. Winnefeld was so nice. It wan an honor to have met them.
Robin Pirie
November 30, 2015
This is exceedingly sad for all of us. He was a wonderful friend and superb colleague.
Wayne Mills
November 30, 2015
Please accept our sympathy on the loss of a great American. Rest you oars Sir. Our prayers are with the family.
Virginia Natter
November 29, 2015
Sandy and Mary, we were so very sorry to hear of your Father's death. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Love, Gini and Bill Natter
Deborah Price
November 29, 2015
My sincere sympathy to Jim's family and many friends...it was a honor meeting him.
Annette Roehrbein
November 29, 2015
Our sincerest condolences to your family.
Stephanie Brandquist
November 28, 2015
Will miss you dearly. <3
Andrew Combe
November 28, 2015
My most sincere condolences.
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