DETROIT ARSENAL, Mich. – On a day filled with applause, memories and laughter, six people made history as inaugural members of the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Hall of Fame.
The inductees were honored during an April 29 ceremony at the Detroit Arsenal that celebrated their enduring contributions to the command’s mission and Army readiness.
“The standard you’ve set, the example you’ve shown, will serve as a beacon for all who follow,” said Maj. Gen. Michael B. Lalor, TACOM commanding general. “This Hall of Fame isn’t just a celebration of past achievements; it’s an investment in our future.”
The members of the TACOM Hall of Fame Class of 2024 are:
- Jeffrey Bohun, former Logistics Support Operations director for the TACOM Integrated Logistics Support Center (ILSC)
- Jerry Figueroa, former deputy executive director of the ILSC
- Mark Frato, U.S. Army Soldier and former supervisor of the Provisioning Process Center
- Pamela Roberston, former director of Resource Management for Anniston Army Depot
- Timothy F. Tarczynski, former deputy chief of staff G-1, Human Capital
- Harry Veneri, former Clothing and Heraldry Product Support Integration Division director
Lalor and Command Sgt. Maj. Kofie B. Primus hosted the ceremony, held on a warm, wind-whipped morning at Glancy Circle in front of the command headquarters.
“It’s great to have you all home,” Lalor told the inductees.
Lalor described members of the TACOM Hall of Fame Class of 2024 as innovators, problem-solvers and true patriots. He said they consistently pushed boundaries and overcame obstacles to enhance U.S. Army readiness in support of national security.
“They embody the spirit of innovation, the dedication to quality, and the relentless pursuit of improvement that is the underpinning of TACOM,” he said.
Lalor presented each inductee with a plaque and a command coin. Sherry Frato accepted the honors on behalf of her late husband, Mark Frato.
The day was an important moment in TACOM’s rich history. Lalor noted the significance of inducting the first Hall of Fame class in a command that has, for decades, served as the heartbeat of U.S. Army Soldier equipment and ground systems, “where innovation meets relentless dedication.”
“TACOM isn’t just about equipment, vehicles and weapons systems,” Lalor said. “It’s about the people who bring those systems to life. …
“We appreciate their ingenuity, the grit, the unwavering commitment to excellence that resides within everybody who serves in this organization, and it’s within those who we honor today.”
After the ceremony, the inductees and other guests gathered for a reception in the TACOM Hall of Fame, located in the lobby of Building 230. The crowd broke into applause when a drape was pulled away from a wall, revealing six plaques honoring the inductees.
The event was the first to be held in the Hall of Fame following months of renovations to transform it into a space that pays tribute to exceptional service and preserves TACOM’s heritage and legacy.
TACOM Chief of Staff Col. Lisa Rennard said the Hall of Fame is a point of pride for the command. She also said she hopes it becomes a community gathering space for the workforce.
Each inductee left a unique mark on TACOM. Bohun was part of a team that helped bring Anniston Army Depot and Red River Army Depot under the TACOM umbrella and played a pivotal role in the success of the command’s installations.
Figueroa provided steady leadership through several significant milestones, including implementation of the Logistics Modernization Program. He also led the ILSC’s critical efforts to up-armor the HMMWV fleets.
Roberston was known for her extensive financial expertise, proactive leadership and steadfast dedication to serving Soldiers. Tarczynski guided the G-1 Directorate through a period of significant transformation and built important community partnerships.
Veneri led initiatives that saved money and improved efficiency across the Army, including the opening of two Regional Logistics Support Centers and the creation of Base Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment kits.
Finally, Frato was a strong advocate for process improvement who cared deeply about his job and the well-being of his employees. He put into place measures that streamlined provisioning and product support activities across the Army.
The TACOM Hall of Fame program was established in 2024. It honors former teammates for their outstanding service and enduring commitment to delivering U.S. Army readiness, while also preserving and celebrating the organization’s rich history.
On the day of the ceremony, the inductees had a chance to visit buildings around the arsenal and reminiscence with old colleagues and friends.
Earlier this year, Lalor called each honoree personally with the news about his or her Hall of Fame induction. Bohun said he thought, at first, that the commanding general was calling to ask him to come back to work.
“Fortunately, that wasn’t the case, although I told him if it was, I would have been there,” Bohun said, smiling.
Bohun said he was left speechless by the honor and overwhelmed at the effort TACOM put into the ceremony.
“When you dedicate your life to (your career), it’s really special when it comes back, and you’re standing there listening to the anthem, the Army song, and all the other traditions that go along with it,” he said. “That was special.”
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