Michael C. Burkett
Era | Desert Shield / Desert Storm |
---|---|
Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Commander |
Wall | BB |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 8 |
Plaque Number | 9 |
Mike was born August 6, 1950 in St. Petersburg, FL to parents William and Darlene Burkett. He has one younger brother, Daniel. He married Patricia Schneider October 21,1972, and they have two sons, Matthew and Timothy. He has resided in Santee, Ca since 1981. He is a adamant animal lover and loves the outdoors, including camping, off-roading and the beach. He loves spent time with his granddaughters.
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Meritorious Service, Navy Commendation
w/2 Gold Stars, Navy Achievement w/GoId Star, Unit Commendation
w/Bronze Star, Battle "E," Good Conduct (2), Navy Expeditionary
w/Bronze Star, National Defense Service w/Bronze Star, Armed
Forces Expeditionary, Southwest Asia Service w/2 Bronze Stars, Sea
Service Deployment w/4 Bronze Stars, Kuwait Liberation
Michael served over 26 years, both enlisted in the Submarine Force, and
then as an Officer in the Surface Fleet, serving as the Combat Systems
Officer and the Ship's Electronic Material Officer.