David A Dearborn

Profile Information:

Your Sailor's First Name (Please Do Not Post SEAL Names)
Jackson
What Is Or Will Be Your Sailor's Rating (Job Classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
AZ
Describe A Little About Yourself (your IP address/location will be checked::
I am married to a wonderful women, proud father of two fine young men, one of which is going to RTC on Sept. 3rd. I am a retired police officer and currently work as a Court Security Officer for the U.S. Marshals. My father served on a destroyer in the 1960's, two of my uncles served in the Navy, as well as one of my great uncles.
What Brought You To This Site:
My son is recently enlisted (before PIR)
What Were Your Feelings When Your Sailor Joined The Navy:
I was very excited for him and also very concerned for his safety, given the current state of the world. I support his decision and will follow him throughout his entire career.
What Is Your Relationship With Your Sailor
Dad
Please Share: How Did You Find Us?
I was searching for information related to RTC and found a link to Navydads.

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  • Bill Black

    David, my son was a section leader when he was in boot. Here is the definition.

    Section Leaders are responsible to the respective Watch Section Leader for:

    1. Supervise and assisting the recruits in respective sections.

    2. Monitoring personal cleanliness, military appearance, clothing care and watch standing for recruits assigned to respective sections.

    This generally means he stood out in some category. My son earned a perfect 5.0 on PI/DMI which stands for Personal inspection (uniform/grooming) and Departmental Material Inspection (bunk, lockers). So it is an honor. BZ to you SR!!

    Sep 16, 2013

  • Larry Jarrell II

    I heard from him Saturday morning as well.  I just got back from deer hunting.  Good thing he didn't call earlier...I do not have cell reception where I hunt.

    Sep 17, 2013

  • Bill Black

    David, you are so welcome! I remember receiving the call from my son. He said, "Dad, remember when I said all I want to do is fly under the radar at boot camp, well it didn't happen. I made Section Leader!" The tears of pride just rolled down my cheeks. So indeed you and your wife have a great deal to proud of....in addition to the fact that your son has chosen a road least traveled and is serving our great country! Likewise, God Bless your SR for that decision and God Bless you, your wife, and family as you go through this Navy experience with your son! It only gets better!

    Sep 17, 2013