JASON E. JAKUBOWSKI, LT, USN

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

Quoted in its entirety from USNA '93:

Lieutenant Jason E. Jakubowski, USN, '93 was killed on September 14, 1997, when his F/A-18 went down during a low level training mission in the Middle Eastern country of Oman.

On September 24, 1997, a Memorial Service was held for Jason in the Naval Academy Chapel, followed by a flag presentation ceremony and F/A-18 fly-over at the Columbarium on the Yard at the Naval Academy.

Jason was born on February 25, 1971 in Staten Island, New York. A native of Ashland, Ohio, he graduated from Ashland Senior High School before entering the United States Naval Academy. While at the Academy, Jason was a member of the 31st Company. Jason graduated with Honors from the Academy in May of 1993 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering.

After commencement Jason began his flight training in Pensacola, Florida, with follow on assignment in Meridian, Mississippi. He earned his "Wings of Gold" in November 1995 and was then assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 125 for F/A-18 Hornet training. His outstanding efforts in VFA-125 led to his selection as the Strike Fighter Wing Pacific Replacement Pilot of the Year for 1996.

Jason reported to the "Valions" of Strike Fighter Squadron 15 at Naval Air Station, Cecil Field, Florida in October 1996. Assigned as the Avionics/Armament Division Officer with additional duties as Mining Officer and Landing Signal Officer, he completed preparations for deployment on board JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). Jason deployed with Strike Fighter Squadron 15 in April 1997 for Joint Task Group 97-2 to the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, and Arabian Gulf. He actively participated in operations Deny Flight, and Southern Watch over the skies of Bosnia-Herzegovia and Iraq.

Jason's awards included the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, and numerous other unit awards.

Jason is survived by his wife, Robyn; his parents, Stephen and Linda of Grasonville, Maryland; and his brothers Eric (USNA 1995), Ryan (USNA 1999), and Jared [USNA 2003].

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/JASON_E._JAKUBOWSKI,_LT,_USN

ROBERT W. FALKENBACH, JR., CAPT, USMC

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

Capt. Robert Falkenbach, Jr., USMC '93 was lost on September 16, 1998 when the UH-1 helicopter he was piloting crashed off the coast of San Diego, California.

From USNA '93:

Robby graduated from the Naval Academy from 8th Company, with a Bachelor of Science in Economics on May 26, 1993. Upon graduation, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps. In April 1994, 2nd Lt. Falkenbach was transferred to the Naval Aircraft Training Center, NAS Pensacola FL, for training as a Naval Aviator. He underwent primary and intermediate fixed wing flight training at VT-3, NAS North Whiting Field, Milton, FL. He continued his advanced helicopter flight training at HT-8, NAS South Whiting Field, Milton, FL.

In May 1995, he was promoted to the rank of First Lieutenant. After successfully completing flight school and earning his "Wings of Gold," 1st Lt. Falkenbach was assigned to Marine Helicopter Training Squadron 303, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3D Marine Aircraft Wing, MCAS, Camp Pendleton, CA, for training as a UH-1N (Huey) Pilot. In June 1996, Robby joined the "Stingers" of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, MAG 39, 3D MAW, Camp Pendleton, CA, where he was assigned as a UH-1N Pilot.

1st Lt. Falkenbach deployed with the "Stingers" to Okinawa, Japan, where he served aboard ship with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. He was promoted to Captain in August 1997. His decorations include National Defense Service Medal and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon.

Capt. Falkenbach is survived by his parents Colonel (Ret.) Bob ('62) and Maureen Falkenbach; three sisters Laura (Major, USMCR, '85), Christine, and Kimberly; five nieces and nephews Laura Rose, Tyler, Christopher, Cora and Hunter; and countless friends.

Robby will always be remembered as a kid and a brother to many. His smile, boundless energy and carefree attitude touched the lives of hundreds and made those around him feel special. "I ain't afraid."

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/ROBERT_W._FALKENBACH,_JR.,_CAPT,_USMC

JACOB J. WIEBE, CAPT, USMC

★★★ Memorial Monday ★★★

Capt. Jacob Wiebe, USMC '93 was lost on August 22, 2001 when the F/A-18 jet he was piloting crashed near Yuma, Arizona.

Though was born at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and grew up in Orange Park, Florida, he graduated from Fayetteville (Arkansas) High School and identified it as his home. In high school he was on the swim team, president of the Key Club, representative on the student council, and played basketball.

Jacob was survived by his mother and stepfather Judy and Bill Barrett of Middleburg, Florida; his father and stepmother Albert J. Wiebe and Sandra Wiebe of Paradise, Utah; his brother and family Matthew and Cheryl Wiebe, and their three children Jacob, Sarah, and Thomas of Fayetteville, Arkansas; his grandmother Marian Cassidy of Jacksonville, Florida; his half sister Joanna Kuskie of Pennsylvania; his step sister Deni Harbin, and her children Caleb, Hannah, Jared and Sarah of Ogden, Utah; his aunts Gail Williams and Cara Gapinski; his uncles Lieutenant Colonel Bill Cassidy, Lieutenant Colonel Buck Cassidy, Cidd Cassidy, and Carl Cassidy; also numerous cousins.

To Honor! ⚓

https://usnamemorialhall.org/index.php/JACOB_J._WIEBE,_CAPT,_USMC