Meet Our Team

Patriots Cove is made possible by a dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and leaders who care deeply about the people we serve. Each person plays a role in creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for veterans, first responders, caregivers, and their families.

Jeff Swire

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Co-Founder
President

Jimmy Kelleher

Vice President/Chair

Ron Hill

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Hunting Mentor

Roger Baer

Volunteer

Mike Ivey

Hunting Liaison & Board Member

John Pittenger

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Volunteer

Polly Whispell

Treasurer/Secretary

Chad Johnson

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Volunteer

Chad Johnson

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Fishing Mentor

Dave Falkoski

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Fishing Liaison and Board Member

Karen Bombria

Patriots Cove Volunteer
Veteran Services Officer Compensated through the Legion

Rick Harris

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Hunting Mentor

Jimmy Dubuke

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Hunting Mentor

James Davis

Volunteer

Rick Patterson

Hunting Mentor

Kevin Jernigan

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Hunting Mentor

Brian Cox

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Hunting Mentor

A.J. Shaver

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Volunteer

John McKiethan

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Hunting Mentor

P.J. Burgess

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Volunteer

Mae Rene Krayeski

VP of Caregiving & Board Member