This photograph shows James Townsend and Carswell “Caz” Ross. It was taken on December 12, 1009 during the annual Department of Defense Christmas tree trimming. Individuals hang ornaments on the tree in the hallway at the State DOD headquarters.
Jim was the A3T, Operations and Training Officer at Headquarters, Hawaii Air National Guard. He served in this State position for about ten years and retired in 2011. Prior to this position, he served over 30 years in the Air Force and the Hawaii Air National Guard. His last assignment was the commander of the 201st Combat Communications Group where he later retired as a colonel.
Caz worked for over 30 years at the Office of Veterans Services prior to his retirement. Caz continues to volunteer for many veterans related events during the year. Militarily he served in the Air Force and the HIANG in various positions for over 30 years. Caz retired as a chief master sergeant. Caz’s son Skyler is a staff sergeant with the 297th Air Traffic Control Squadron.
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