2011 Distinguished CitizenWHS Class of 1964Design/Construction/Military ServiceProfessionalOwner, Eckard ConstructionPilot, US NavyHonors/AwardsPresident, Alpha Tau Omega - Kent State UniversityNamed to "Who's Who" in US Universities - 1967-68Voted "one of the best to play" wingback and defensive back for 1960-69 Tigers - 1994EducationWashington High School - 1964Kent State University - BS Industrial Design - 1968Military Service Flew 207 missions in Vietnam, including 167 over North Vietnam Ejected from aircraft, parachute failed to open - survived injuries sustained from the fall Hit by surface-to-air missle over Hanoi, Vietnam - safely and successfully landed damaged plan back aboard aircraft carrier Athletics Wingback and defensive back for the Tigers Played football at Kent State University Avid golfer - has three holes-in-one Skis as often as possible Professional Reputation Some people have waited up to four years to have him design and build their dream home 2011 Distinguished CitizensGerald O. GraybillGraydon M. EckardBobby Grizzard