2025 MRS. SYBIL STOCKDALE OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS

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SUBJ/2025 MRS. SYBIL STOCKDALE OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS//
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NARR/REF A IS OPNAVINST 1750.1H, THE NAVY FAMILY OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM.
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1. I am pleased to announce the selection of four outstanding Ombudsmen as
the 2025 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. Jaime Huffaker, USS DEXTROUS (MCM 13), selected from all sea
commands under Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command.
 b. Mrs. Jessica Pugh, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72), selected from all sea
commands under Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet.
 c. Mrs. Seira De Veau, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S.
Pacific (CNSP), selected from all shore activities in the Navy.
 d. Mrs. Nicole Standeford, Fleet Logistics Support Squadron FIVE FOUR
(VR-54), 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. Holly
Schefcik, Ombudsman Program Coordinator, holly.d.schefcik.naf(AT)us.navy.mil.
5. Released by VADM M. E. Boyle, Director, Navy Staff.//
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