Honoring Our Heroes: Pavion Celebrates Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, we pause to honor the extraordinary men and women who have served in the Armed Forces, including those within the Pavion community Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication embody the values that define who we are: integrity, service, and commitment to protecting others.
At Pavion, we are proud to employ and support veterans across every part of our organization. We are equally proud of the family members who have served, carried the weight of deployments, and demonstrated resilience through the challenges of military life.
Below, we highlight some of the incredible individuals and stories that remind us why this day matters.
Scottie Spurlin, General Manager
“This photo is of my daughter Candace and me at my retirement ceremony from the Air Force in 2008. Candace passed away earlier this year from a fatal accident, and her memory lives on with me each and every day.
As a military dependent, Candace endured countless moves, missed holidays, birthdays, and the uncertainty that comes with deployments. I am endlessly proud of her for all she gave, all she endured, and what she became as a strong and independent woman. I am so fortunate to have been part of her life and proud to be her dad.”
David “Bubba” James, Direct and Inside Sales
“I come from three generations of military veterans.
My grandfather served in World War II in the Army Air Corps with a bombing group based out of England as the navigator and bombardier on a B-17 bomber named Piccadilly Lilly II. He retired as a Major after 41 years of service.
My father followed his example, serving in the Vietnam War as a cryptologist in the Air Force, stationed in Texas, England, Italy, and California, before retiring after 35 years of service.
Following in their footsteps, my brother and I both joined the Marine Corps. I worked in Aviation Supply and am now medically retired, while my brother served as a Logistics Specialist. We come from a long line of proud Americans who have served faithfully in the Army Air Corps, Air Force, and Marine Corps.”
Erika King, Talent Acquisition Partner
Erika served in the Navy from 2007 to 2012. Her husband, Greg King, also proudly served in the Navy from 2010 to 2020.
Lisa Delp, Project Manager
Lisa honors her father and son:
Captain Cory D. Francis Nellis, Air Force, Global War on Terrorism
Jerry Delp, Army, Occupation of Germany
Anthony Tran, Account Executive
Anthony proudly served in the Coast Guard.
Leon Hill, Technician
“My daughter, December Hill, is currently serving and is stationed in Germany. She is in the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, training Ukrainian forces. To say I am a proud father is an understatement.”
Tracey P. Sowich, AFA Florida Branch
Tracey served honorably in the Army.
Fred Kanney, Service Manager
Fred proudly served in the Navy.
Mike Ingram, Southeast and Government Project Manager, CSPM, CSEIP
“The photo shows me in the center with my grandfathers, Fred Ingram on the right and Roscoe Lawson on the left.
Fred served as a Coxswain on the USS Tern during World War II, towing the damaged USS Yorktown back to Pearl Harbor after the Battle of Midway.
Roscoe served as a cook in the infantry in the Pacific and on Okinawa.
I followed in their footsteps, serving in the Navy from 1994 to 2006 as an Aviation Electronics Technician First Class, deploying to 14 countries around the world.”
Corey Nydick, Regional Sales Manager
“My grandfather, Joseph Nydick, served in the Army during the 1930s and 40s. He remained active in the VFW, serving as President and being named Man of the Year before his passing in 1996. He was my person, and I miss him deeply. I would love for him to be honored.”
Alan Rosenkoff, Chief Marketing Officer
Alan’s father, Herb Rosenkoff, served proudly in the Army Air Corps as a B-24 pilot during World War II, flying 35 bombing missions over Europe.
Thomas Tuck, Service Technician
We extend our gratitude to Thomas Tuck, who served as an Electrician’s Mate from 1988 to 1997, leaving a lasting impact both on the nation and within Pavion.
Jim Tanler, Pavion Safety Director
“I served in the Army Military Police in Europe and stateside from 1984 to 1987. Afterward, I attended college and later became a Fairfax County Police Officer, where I served for 28 years before retiring.”
Marcia Turpin, Director, Integration, Systems, Process and Policy
Marcia’s husband, Matthew Turpin, served in the Army as a Counter Intelligence Agent, with tours in Saudi Arabia and Haiti.
Clinton Beach, Safety Training Manager
Clinton served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1989 to 1997. His commitment reached its peak during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, where he played a crucial role in caring for soldiers at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Ryan Compton, Systems Engineer
Ryan shared a family photo with his parents in their naval uniforms, representing a proud legacy of service.
Juan Medina, Commodity Specialist
His son Ricky, Lance Corporal, Hotel Company, 2nd Battalion, United States Marine Corps.
Donald Hosea, Service Technician
Served in the Army, D Troop 1/9 Air Cavalry, from 1974 to 1979.
Walter Ross, Technical Consultant
Walter’s family represents three generations of Navy service:
Walter “Bud” Ross, Electrician’s Mate Second Class, served on an amphibious attack ship during the Korean War from 1950 to 1954.
Walter Ross Sr., Sonar Technician First Class, served on guided missile destroyers in the Pacific and Atlantic during the Cold War from 1984 to 1990.
Walter Ross Jr., Ensign and Officer, currently serves on the newest naval amphibious warship, LPD 29.
Dana Smith, CHRO
Dana honors his father, Greg Smith, a Marine Corps A-6 Intruder Pilot.
Chris Corbett, CTSI Founder
Served in Vietnam from 1970 to 1972, laying the foundation for Pavion.
With Gratitude and Respect
To every veteran, active-duty service member, and military family, thank you.
Your courage, discipline, and devotion to protecting others inspire us every day and reflect Pavion’s mission to Connect and Protect what matters most.
Happy Veterans Day from all of us at Pavion.
