![]() ![]() Indeed, it is difficult to imagine the recent “avoidable” collisions, endured between the USS McCain (DDG-56) and the USS Fitzgerald (DDG-62) with commercial vessels, taking place under Fontaine’s watch. This was evident in a case where he guided a ship under his command, Destroyer Escort Radar USS Hissem (DER-400), back to safety south of New Zealand, after it suffered a cracked keel while on station in rough seas in 1963. Fontaine’s seamanship not only gained his crews’ trust, but also saved lives. ![]() Throughout a lifetime of service, RADM Fontaine gained the respect of numerous crews for his leadership, concern for his sailors’ welfare, and high demand for their competency at sea. Fontaine (USN-RET), was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. On October 20, 2017, Rear Admiral (RADM) Richard K. Navy Coastal and Riverine Warfare in Vietnam, 1965-1968. ![]()
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