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In honor of

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IN HONOR OF

Mike Kessler

By Mike Zeliff

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IN HONOR OF

Mike Kessler

By Mike Zeliff

Mike Kessler is a dedicated Marine, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He lived a life of service to the Marine Corps. First as a commissioned officer for 25 years on active duty, then another 15 years as the National Executive Director of the Young Marines, and finally, 10 years as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Young Marines National Foundation.

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IN HONOR OF

James Kessler

By Mike Zeliff

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IN HONOR OF

James Kessler

By Mike Zeliff

James Kessler is a dedicated Marine, husband, father, and friend. Major General Kessler served 33 years in the Marine Corps and then another 10 as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Young Marines National Foundation.

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IN HONOR OF

Young Marine SgtMaj Susan Suber

By John Reed

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IN HONOR OF

Young Marine SgtMaj Susan Suber

By John Reed

2024 – 2025 National Young Marine of the Year

Young Marine Sergeant Major Susan Suber exemplifies the characteristics, virtues, and esprit of the Young Marines Program. As the National Young Marine of the Year, she led peers and represented the program at events including highlights of Congressional Engagements, National Leadership Academy, Navajo Code Talkers Day, and WWII Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

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IN HONOR OF

YOUNG MARINE SGTMAJ FRANCIS (QUINN) LAWTON

By Bob Sartor

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IN HONOR OF

YOUNG MARINE SGTMAJ FRANCIS (QUINN) LAWTON

By Bob Sartor

2025 Division 2 Young Marine of the Year

Young Marine Sergeant Major Francis (Quinn) Lawton embodies the leadership, self-discipline, and service values of the Young Marines Program.  As the Division 2 Young Marine of the Year, his success is a testament to the life-changing impact of the program and strengthens his passion for giving back.

 

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IN HONOR OF

Franklin County Young Marines/Greater Akron Young Marines

By Ava Maria Knight

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IN HONOR OF

Franklin County Young Marines/Greater Akron Young Marines

By Ava Maria Knight

We proudly honor the Franklin County and Greater Akron Young Marines for their unwavering dedication to developing leadership, discipline, and service in today’s youth. These exceptional units stand as a beacon of integrity and perseverance, embodying the core values of honor, courage, and commitment. They are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are leaders today.

In memory of

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IN MEMORY OF

Tracy Fuqua

By Christine Cardwell

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IN MEMORY OF

Tracy Fuqua

By Christine Cardwell

Mrs. Fuqua is better known as the “do it for the kids” adult volunteer. With nearly 20 years in service to the Young Marines she has made an incredible impact on our youth. Her tireless commitment and unwavering loyalty still ripples through the Cincinnati Young Marines. Touching the lives of over 200 youth and Adult Volunteers, she has been a mentor, friend and family to all.

OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT THE YOUNG MARINES

Your support can take many forms, each helping to strengthen the values of discipline, leadership, and service in our Young Marines. Whether you choose to sponsor a specific program, make a one-time donation, or become a monthly donor, your contribution empowers Young Marines to lead with confidence, honor our veterans, and serve their communities. Every gift, no matter the size, plays a critical role in building stronger, more resilient young leaders across the country.

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