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SUBJ/2023 MRS. SYBIL STOCKDALE OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS

RMKS/1.  I am pleased to announce the selection of four outstanding Ombudsmen 
as the 2023 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. Lauren LaGreca, Ombudsman for Commanding Officer,
USS Milwaukee (LCS-5), selected from all sea commands under Commander, U.S. 
Fleet Forces Command.
b.	Mrs. Rosie Ortiz-Torres, Ombudsman for Commanding Officer,
USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN-76) selected from all sea commands under Commander, 
U.S. Pacific Fleet.
c.	Mrs. Martha Smith, Ombudsman for Commanding Officer, Defense Service
Office (DSO) North selected from all naval shore activities in the Navy.
d.	Ms. Polly Bozdech-Veater, Ombudsman for Commanding Officer,
Navy Reserve Center Pittsburgh 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.b.littler.naf(AT)us.navy.mil.

5.  Released by Mr. Andrew S. Haeuptle, Director, Navy Staff.//

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