LCDR EDWIN D. SCORZA, USN

Class 1944

Born June 9, 1922

Died November 10, 1954

Age 32

Hometown New York City, New York

Lucky Bag Yearbook

From the 1944 Lucky Bag:

Edwin Dante Scorza

With a year at Fordham behind him, Ed came to the Academy well equipped to cope with the notorious Academic Departments. Never a radiator squadman, “Zorky” was active in many fields. In athletics, sailing, swimming, and squash held his attention. During the off seasons, one would usually find him presiding over the Italian Club, playing a good game of bridge, or working with the Stage Gang. A confirmed “snake,” Ed rarely missed a hop, especially when he was dragging from New York. The attributes of a good nature, a sense of humor, and a willingness to lend a helping hand to others insure him a successful future in the Navy.

The Class of 1944 was graduated in June 1943 due to World War II. The entirety of 2nd class (junior) year was removed from the curriculum.

Loss

Edwin was lost on November 10, 1954 “in a plane crash at Brigantine, N.J.” He was a member of Composite Squadron (VC) 4, based at Naval Air Station Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Other Information

From researcher Kathy Franz:

Edwin’s physician father was Salvatore, mother Tullia, and brother Aldo. His parents were born in Italy, and her mother Theresa Torvii lived with them in 1930.

He was survived by his wife, Jacquelyn, daughter, Catherine T., and son Edwin, Jr. (Information from January 1955 issue of Shipmate and this article.)

He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. His wife is buried with him.

Career

He was detached from USS Monterey (CVL 26) in August 1944 to report for pilot training. His service number was 283179.

Class of 1944

Edwin is one of 66 members of the Class of 1944 on Virtual Memorial Hall.

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