BG Osserman Retirement Ceremony

Posted on Jul 18, 2014 in Ceremonies (Change of Commands, Retirements, Promotions, etc.)

Brigadier General Joseph Kim hosted the retirement ceremony for Brigadier General Stanley “Ossum” Osserman on July 13, 2014. The ceremony was in the new fighter operations compound at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. To view the program BG Osserman Program 

Among the 500+ attendees were retired members of the Hawai‘i Air National Guard, and several members of the current Hawai‘i Army National Guard leadership. There were representatives from all our Congressional delegation, including comments by Col (R) Walter Kaneakua, describing Stan’s work during the startup of the 203rd Air Refueling Squadron. Walt now serves as the District Director for Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard.

Brig Gen Joseph Kim provided a narrative of Stan’s extensive civilian and military career. Many in the audience probably didn’t know the extent of his talents and skills. The ceremony continues with an American flag folding and the casing of Stan’s one star general’s flag.

Stan started his speech by recognized his wife Betty and his son Roger for their support through his years of Guard service. Betty was not at the ceremony, still in Tahiti supporting the Hokulea crew. Roger and his girlfriend just arrived back from Tahiti that morning.

During his speech, Ossum recognized Lt Col (R) Robert Konishi, who recruiting him into the HIANG. He acknowledged the presence of all the retired aircrew members he flew with over the year by asking them to stand – there were many. He thanked those who mentored and supported his during his career.

It was a great sendoff for an outstanding officer.

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