19th CERFP-Indiana

This week, we held the commissioning ceremony for SSG Matthew Giddens, who took the Oath of Office to transition to Second Lieutenant and join the 19th CERFP as the new S1 Officer in Charge (OIC)

2LT Giddens joins the team from the G3 Shop at 81st Troop Command, where he served as the full-time Assistant Operations NCO. In pursuit of his commission, he successfully completed the year-long Indiana State Officer Candidate School, graduating as the Distinguished Honor Graduate of his class, a testament to his leadership, professionalism, and dedication.

We are excited to welcome 2LT Giddens to the team and look forward to the impact he will make in his new role. A special thank you to all who attended the ceremony, especially his wife Mady and son Max, who had the honor of pinning his new rank. Additional thank you to 1SG Detro who travelled in from Florida to give 2LT Matthew Giddens his first salute.

Yesterday, we had the honor of hosting an informal farewell ceremony for our former Deputy Commander, MAJ Tommy Vorm, at the Camp Atterbury Welcome Center and Museum.

During the ceremony, MAJ Vorm was presented with the prestigious Officer Saber by our Battalion Commander, LTC Ben Wegner, as a token of appreciation for his outstanding leadership and service. He also received several heartfelt personal gifts from SGM Craig Davis and LTC Nicole Stilianos.

We were delighted to have MAJ Vorm’s wife, Kimberly, join us for this special occasion.

We would also like to thank everyone who attended this informal celebration, making it a memorable event for MAJ Vorm and his family.

We extend our deepest gratitude to MAJ Vorm for his exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication over the years. We look forward to celebrating his official retirement ceremony on 24 January at 1300, at the Minuteman Auditorium, Stout Field.

Thank you, MAJ Vorm, for everything. You will always be part of our family!