David G. Bortz
Prior rate: AX1
Final rate/grade: AWCS
Born: April 26, 1941 Died: August 19, 1988

Dave died in a solo motorcycle accident in Pacheco Pass Road (CA 15246) near the "Casa De Fruta". He was interred at a mortuary/cemetary in Fremont, CA. His funeral was widely attended by his VP brethren from Moffett Field. At the time, he was working for TRACOR supporting NADEP P3 efforts. He was born in Kansas.

AWCS (Ret.) Dave "Devo" DeVarney:
Met Dave when I checked onboard VP-19. Dave was the Command Senior Chief who was flying as a sensor two operator despite the fact that he was a non-acoustic operator most of his life. One thing could be said about Dave...he was tall and thin but had an intimidating appearance and he always made sure your flight jacket was zipped up!