We are honored to recognize Leech Tishman’s distinguished servicemen and women this Veteran’s Day, and extend our gratitude and appreciation to all veterans.
As we reflect on Leech Tishman’s success through our 30 Years, 30 Stories series, today we are reminded that none of this would be possible without the sacrifice and service of veterans, active-duty members, and fallen soldiers. We are deeply humbled by their bravery and never take for granted our fundamental rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Thank you, A. Bruce Bowden, John Christopher, Susan Cranmer-Jervis, Alan S. Fellheimer, Marshall J. Gluck, Alan M. Kindred, Leonard B. Nathanson, and Jason Schwartzmiller.
A. Bruce Bowden enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve in July of 1966 in an artillery unit (105mm towed), where he served as Private E-1 and trained in fire direction control. After being admitted to the bar, Bruce transferred to The Judge Advocate General’s Corps with direct appointment as a First Lieutenant. Bruce had various assignments to JAG Detachments, commanding three of them, then Staff Judge Advocate for the 99th Reserve Command. Bruce transferred from JAG to General Staff and became G-1 (personnel and admin) of the 99th. Bruce rose through the ranks to Colonel O-6. Bruce retired from the Army in 1998.
John Christopher served in the U.S. Air Force for nine years.
Susan Cranmer-Jervis enlisted and served in the U.S. Army as a Flight Operations Specialist. She was 18 years old, and it was a way for her to be able to go to college via the GI Bill. Susan served at Ft. McClellan, AL (now closed), Ft. Rucker, AL and in Frankfurt, Germany, before joining her husband at Ft. Sill, OK.
Susan married her first husband and became an Army officer’s wife and served in that capacity for 11 years, until his death in 1986. Later she served as a military mom when her son joined the Army and served in Iraq in 2004-2005.
Susan notes, “Serving as a military wife was a more demanding service in my eyes, because all the responsibility falls on the wife to maintain a stable homelife for the family and active-duty soldier, while never knowing when you will be moving again. We moved seven times in 11 years. Serving as a military mom while my son was in Iraq, again was difficult as all you can do is pray for the safety of your active-duty soldier child in a war-time situation. I was very fortunate he came home physically in one piece. He deals with PTSD issues daily as do so many military veterans.”
Susan’s prior service experience has led her to a lifetime of service, as she continues to serve her community through many social organizations.
Alan S. Fellheimer was a member of the U.S. Intelligence Service from 1963 to 1965.
Marshall J. Gluck was Active Duty in 1969 and served in the Infantry Fort Polk-Louisiana and the Medical Corps Fort Sam Houston-Texas. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1970 to 1974.
Alan M. Kindred was a member of the Royal Australian Air Force Reserve in the 1970s.
Leonard B. Nathanson served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1969.
Jason Schwartzmiller served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1997 to 2017, dedicating 20 years to diverse and impactful missions at home and abroad. He began his service as an infantryman with the 110th Infantry Battalion, participating in homeland security operations under Operation Noble Eagle from 2001 to 2003. In 2005, he provided critical support during Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, demonstrating his commitment to aiding fellow citizens in times of crisis.
Later that year, he transitioned to the 656 Signal Company, 56th Brigade Combat Team as a Communications Specialist, a role he held for a decade. Between 2008 and 2010, he deployed to Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom, contributing essential communications support in a challenging environment.
Returning home, he continued his service with the 103rd Engineer Battalion. Notably, in 2015, he served in the Security Force for Pope Francis’ visit to Philadelphia during the World Meeting of Families. He retired in 2017 as a Platoon Sergeant, having earned numerous commendations, including the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Combat Action Badge, and several other distinguished awards recognizing his dedication, resilience, and sacrifice.
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