UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 301453Z JUL 19 FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 170/19 MSGID/NAVADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/DNS/JUL// PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// 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(AT)navy.mil. 5. Released by Ms. Steffanie B. Easter, Director, Navy Staff.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//