CONWAY — The Military Officers Association of America-New Hampshire Chapter (MOAA-NH) held its summer luncheon at the White Mountain Hotel and Resort in North Conway on June 22. Seventy-six members and guests attended.
Local MOAA members include Capt. Jim LeFebvre, (Army); Maj. Frank McCarthy, (USMC, retired); Col. Jim Umberger (USAF, retired); Col. Karen Umberger (USAF, retired); and Col. George Howard (USAF, retired).
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