| The Filipino American Veterans Society, Inc. is open to all military members active, reserve, retired, veterans and their surviving spouse or child of the US Armed Forces. |
Mission and Vision
1) To promote fellowship and unity among Filipino and American veterans.
2) To provide moral support and assistance to the sick, distressed or deceased member.
3) To maintain a scholarship program for qualified immediate dependents of members.
4) To improve communication among veterans and network with veterans organizations.
5) To be an active voice to protect veterans rights, benefits, and entitlement.
6) To support/participate in community, military-oriented projects.
1) To promote fellowship and unity among Filipino and American veterans.
2) To provide moral support and assistance to the sick, distressed or deceased member.
3) To maintain a scholarship program for qualified immediate dependents of members.
4) To improve communication among veterans and network with veterans organizations.
5) To be an active voice to protect veterans rights, benefits, and entitlement.
6) To support/participate in community, military-oriented projects.
2010 OFFICERS
Don Villanueva, USN (Ret.)
President
Art Gandionco, USNR (Ret.)
Vice President
Del Papel, (USN Spouse)
Secretary
Kay Doliente, (USN Spouse)
Treasurer
Willie Reyes, USN (Ret.)
Auditors
Paul Hout, USMC (Vet.)
Marshal
Romy Go, USN (Ret.)
Chaplain
Zeny Arzaga, (USN Spouse)
Public Relations Officer
Fred Cabales, USN (Ret.)
Parliamentarian
Rudy Alcantara, USN (Ret.)
Historian
AREA OFFICER-IN CHARGE:
Doreen Flippin (USN Spouse)
Arlington
Pio Timones, USN (Ret.)
Beaches
Juliet Wilde, (USN Spouse)
Orange Park
Cici McNamara, (USN Spouse)
Southside
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Nes Papel, USN (Ret.)
Chairrman of the Board
Pat Patangan, USN (Vet.)
Vice Chairman
Ding Sabio, USN (Ret.)
Frank Templo, USN (Ret.)
Sandy Santiago, USN (Ret.)
Luz Mojica, (USN Widow)
Albert Montemayor, USN (Ret.)
Bob Bontilao, USN (Ret.)
Bert Doliente, USN (Ret.)
Bert Laberinto, USN (Ret.)
Nick Chan, USN (Ret.)
Connie Villanueva, (Spouse)
Nena Reed, USAF (Vet.)
PAST PRESIDENTS
Dick Aquino, 2009
Dave Pagaduan, 2008
Albert Montemayor, 2007
Bob Bontilao, 2006
Art Gandionco, 2004-05
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Filipino American Veterans Society, Inc.
Jacksonville Florida
FAVS, Inc. is a non-profit organization under the IRS Section Code 501(c) (19)
and registered in the State of Florida. All donations maybe tax deductible.
Jacksonville Florida
FAVS, Inc. is a non-profit organization under the IRS Section Code 501(c) (19)
and registered in the State of Florida. All donations maybe tax deductible.
HOUSE RESOLUTIONS/
HOUSE BILLS
Gov. Crist Military and
Veterans Bills
House Bill 861/863
Letter to Senator Craig
WWII Fil-Am Veterans
Rep. Stan Jordan
HOUSE BILL 299
Rep. Eleanor Sobel
HOUSE BILLS
Gov. Crist Military and
Veterans Bills
House Bill 861/863
Letter to Senator Craig
WWII Fil-Am Veterans
Rep. Stan Jordan
HOUSE BILL 299
Rep. Eleanor Sobel
| FAVS 2010 OFFICERS |
| Welcome Aboard |
| FAVS welcome our new members Dan McCarthy, USN Retired James Robbins, USN Retired Ares Quiambao, USN Active Duty |
| Fred Cabales Parliamentarian |
| Art Gandionco Vice President |
| Don Villanueva President |
| Del Papel Secretary |
| Kay Doliente Treasurer |
| Zeny Arzaga Public Relations |
| UNIFORM REGULATIONS US ARMY USMC US NAVY US AIR FORCE |
| Paul Hout Marshal |
| New members of the Board were inducted by President-elect Don Villanueva during their first meeting at Island Cafe' |
| Romy Go Chaplain |
| Rudy Alcantara Historian |
| Willie Reyes Auditor |
| Nes Papel Chairman of the Board |
| Pat Patangan Vice Chairman of the Board |
Captain J. Daniel McCarthy, Judge Advocate General’s Corps, United States Navy (Retired) is a 1977 US Naval
Academy graduate will be the guest speaker of the Filipino American Veterans Society Induction of Officers at the
Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 91 in Jacksonville, Florida on January 23, 2010.
In 1980, Captain McCarthy was selected for the Law Education Program. He attended Duke Law School where he
graduated with honors in 1983, also receiving the North Carolina Trial Lawyer’s Litigation Award. His first
assignment as a judge advocate was as Trial Counsel and Command Services Officer at Naval Legal Service
Office Jacksonville, from 1983-1986. Captain McCarthy next served as Staff Judge Advocate for Commander,
Naval Surface Group, Western Pacific, from 1986–1988, where he was responsible for the legal needs of 21
overseas homeported ships. Captain McCarthy was then assigned as Staff Judge Advocate for Commander, U.S.
Naval Forces, Philippines, from 1988-1990. He then attended George Washington University Law School, where
he received an LL.M. in International Law, graduating in 1991 with highest honors.
After completing his post-graduate education, Captain McCarthy served as Executive Assistant to RADM W. L.
Schachte, the Acting Judge Advocate General of the Navy, from 1991-1993. Captain McCarthy was then selected
to serve as Special Assistant for Legal and Legislative Affairs to the Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John H.
Dalton. He served the Secretary of the Navy in this capacity from 1993-1998.
In September 1998, Captain McCarthy assumed command of Trial Service Office Southeast, headquartered at
Naval Station Mayport, Florida. He retired in that position in August, 2002 and was a Senior Counsel at Holland &
Knight, LLP. In May, 2003 he was appointed the Director of Military Affairs and Chief of Veterans & Disabled
Services for the City of Jacksonville. In that capacity he reported to the Mayor of Jacksonville, The Honorable John
Peyton, on all matters involving Jacksonville’s military and disabled communities. On January 6, 2009 he was
appointed to the position of Chief Assistant to The Honorable Angela Corey, the State Attorney for the 4th Judicial
Circuit.
He is married to the former Barbara Weaver of Aiken, South Carolina. Barbara is employed as the Director of
Medical Information at the Mayo Clinic. They have three children: John (27), a naval officer serving as Flag Aide to
Commander Fourth Fleet, Jim (24) a teacher and coach at PV High School, and Julianne (21) a sophomore at
Johns Hopkins University.
Academy graduate will be the guest speaker of the Filipino American Veterans Society Induction of Officers at the
Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 91 in Jacksonville, Florida on January 23, 2010.
In 1980, Captain McCarthy was selected for the Law Education Program. He attended Duke Law School where he
graduated with honors in 1983, also receiving the North Carolina Trial Lawyer’s Litigation Award. His first
assignment as a judge advocate was as Trial Counsel and Command Services Officer at Naval Legal Service
Office Jacksonville, from 1983-1986. Captain McCarthy next served as Staff Judge Advocate for Commander,
Naval Surface Group, Western Pacific, from 1986–1988, where he was responsible for the legal needs of 21
overseas homeported ships. Captain McCarthy was then assigned as Staff Judge Advocate for Commander, U.S.
Naval Forces, Philippines, from 1988-1990. He then attended George Washington University Law School, where
he received an LL.M. in International Law, graduating in 1991 with highest honors.
After completing his post-graduate education, Captain McCarthy served as Executive Assistant to RADM W. L.
Schachte, the Acting Judge Advocate General of the Navy, from 1991-1993. Captain McCarthy was then selected
to serve as Special Assistant for Legal and Legislative Affairs to the Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John H.
Dalton. He served the Secretary of the Navy in this capacity from 1993-1998.
In September 1998, Captain McCarthy assumed command of Trial Service Office Southeast, headquartered at
Naval Station Mayport, Florida. He retired in that position in August, 2002 and was a Senior Counsel at Holland &
Knight, LLP. In May, 2003 he was appointed the Director of Military Affairs and Chief of Veterans & Disabled
Services for the City of Jacksonville. In that capacity he reported to the Mayor of Jacksonville, The Honorable John
Peyton, on all matters involving Jacksonville’s military and disabled communities. On January 6, 2009 he was
appointed to the position of Chief Assistant to The Honorable Angela Corey, the State Attorney for the 4th Judicial
Circuit.
He is married to the former Barbara Weaver of Aiken, South Carolina. Barbara is employed as the Director of
Medical Information at the Mayo Clinic. They have three children: John (27), a naval officer serving as Flag Aide to
Commander Fourth Fleet, Jim (24) a teacher and coach at PV High School, and Julianne (21) a sophomore at
Johns Hopkins University.
The Executive Officers are being sworn in by Captain Dan McCarthy, USN Retired
The Board of Directors are being sworn in by Captain Dan McCarthy, USN Retired
To see more photos of the Induction, please go to Rudy's Picture Trail.
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
On behalf of the officers 2010, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to those of you who were able to attend the event, likewise to all of members of this
organization. I am humbled by the enthusiasm displayed by the officers ,members and guests who were in attendance. With all your support, I am confident we will
have a successful 2010. I am looking forward to your active participation to all our endeavor. For planning purposes, you will all be informed of our forthcoming events
and activities The Calendar of Events will be posted at the FAVS website.
The Induction of Officers and BOD was a success. Atty. Dan McCarthy, Chief Assistant to the State Attorney’s office and his wife were delighted to be invited as the
guest speaker. Taste of Manila has done a tremendous job catering for this event. I would also like to thank Boyet Salvador for providing the entertainment. It was a
memorable event and good times had by all. Thank you all for your support.
Lastly, from the bottom of my heart, I want to especially recognize all the officers and members who helped put-together this event.
Connie and I thank all of you.
God Bless,
Don Villanueva
On behalf of the officers 2010, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to those of you who were able to attend the event, likewise to all of members of this
organization. I am humbled by the enthusiasm displayed by the officers ,members and guests who were in attendance. With all your support, I am confident we will
have a successful 2010. I am looking forward to your active participation to all our endeavor. For planning purposes, you will all be informed of our forthcoming events
and activities The Calendar of Events will be posted at the FAVS website.
The Induction of Officers and BOD was a success. Atty. Dan McCarthy, Chief Assistant to the State Attorney’s office and his wife were delighted to be invited as the
guest speaker. Taste of Manila has done a tremendous job catering for this event. I would also like to thank Boyet Salvador for providing the entertainment. It was a
memorable event and good times had by all. Thank you all for your support.
Lastly, from the bottom of my heart, I want to especially recognize all the officers and members who helped put-together this event.
Connie and I thank all of you.
God Bless,
Don Villanueva