In Memory OfRM2 Scott A. Rutzen

RM2 Scott A. Rutzen, 58, U.S. Navy, born May 16, 1963, passed away from surgical complications on November 28, 2021. During the Cold War, Rutzen was a Radioman on the USS Nevada (SSBN-733). Aboard the submarine, he tracked global threat updates through classified communication streams while conducting nuclear deterrence missions. After the military, Rutzen became a teacher and Deacon of his congregation, and worked with special needs children. He was a loving husband, a fantastic father, and a great friend. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!