Very sad day: Capt. Zeb Alford passes away

[Onkel Neal]

I attended Capt. Zeb's Celebration Service with Mark (Mookie). It was a beautiful, moving ceremony. In attendance were his wife Joan, her family, Zeb's four daughters Patti, Peggy, Jane, and Katie and their families, and a large number of friends. There were three eulogies given.

His daughter Peggy Alford gave four wonderful, personal memorials by her three sisters and herself.

Rear Admiral Albert Kelln, USN (ret) gave a eulogy that highlighted Zeb's remarkable career in the US Navy, his zeal and devotion to country and his shipmates.

Barry Battlestein, a close friend of Zeb's, shared some memories.

State Representative Debbie Riddle shared some thoughtful words and presented one of the flags.

Afterward, Mark and I met and spoke with many wonderful people who attended the service, including Bruce, Joe Shook (SubVet and CHF Board member), Gil Raynor (orginal CHF Secretary), Ms. Riddle, Captain Jim Gray (USS Texas skipper), Mr. Carter Conlin of the Navy League, and many others.