Captain (Select) Proctor gave a moving speech at last Monday's Division 7 meeting on the occasion of his final meeting as the liaison to the Auxiliary at Sector Portland. He told a very moving personal story about his first real encounter with the Auxiliary as a young LTJG at Group Philadelphia and how the experience had cemented his commitment to actively engaging with the Auxiliary at every opportunity during his career. I hope to have the opportunity to record his comments and share them here before he departs for D.C. in June, it is a story very much worth sharing.Captain (Select) Proctor has been a tireless advocate of the Auxiliary and his efforts while Deputy Commander at Sector Portland have had an enormously positive impact on our effectiveness as a Division. During my six years as an Auxiliarist we have always had great command support but Russ, by his personal involvement and commitment, raised the game to a whole new level.
His final message was the same as his first when he arrived in Portland. Be safe and stand ready to assure the safety of our shipmates. As we enter the busy summer period -- on the water, on the ramps, in the air and at public events -- we can honor Captain Proctor's commitment to us by keeping the safety of ourselves and our shipmates foremost in our minds. Practice operational risk management and TCT as you operate this summer.
Captain Proctor, thank you for your service and friendship. We wish you a successful tour at Headquarters. Please remember that you and your family will always be most welcome here in Portland.
Daren
Photo: Jo Gullixson (76's SPAR) and Captain (Select) Proctor
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