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SUBJ/2019 MRS. SYBIL STOCKDALE OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS//

RMKS/1.  I am pleased to announce the selection of four outstanding Ombudsmen 
as the 2019 Mrs. Sybil Stockdale Ombudsman of the Year Award recipients.  
These volunteers exemplify the spirit of Mrs. Sybil Stockdale who supported 
the families of Prisoners of War during her husband, Vice Admiral James Bond 
Stockdale's internment in Southeast Asia.  This award recognizes those who 
serve as inspirational Ombudsmen and embody the ideals of volunteer service 
and commitment to Navy Sailors and their families.

2.  The following Ombudsmen were nominated by their commanding officers for 
serving their command and families with extraordinary, selfless dedication 
and commitment to family readiness.

Congratulations to:

    a.  Mrs. Patty Shelters, Ombudsman for USS NEW YORK (LPD 21), selected 
from all sea commands under Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command.

    b.  Mrs. Katelyn Smetana, Ombudsman for USS KIDD (DDG 100), selected from 
all sea commands under Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet.

    c.  Mr. Jay Hao, Ombudsman for Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, 
Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Africa, selected from all naval shore activities 
in the Navy.

    d.  Mrs. Shannon Baumgartner, Ombudsman for Navy Operational Support 
Center Fort Carson, selected from all Reserve commands under Commander, Navy 
Reserve Force.

3.  Thank you to all Command Ombudsmen who maintain the highest standards of 
professionalism and create a healthy sense of community by being positive 
role models for command members and their families.

4.  Commander, Navy Installations Command point of contact is Ms. Brandy 
Littler, Ombudsman Program Coordinator, (202) 433-4701 (DSN 288), or email 
brandy.littler@navy.mil.

5.  Released by Ms. Steffanie B. Easter, Director, Navy Staff.//

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