Joseph Lutz (general)
Joseph "Joe" Lutz | |
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| Born | April 17, 1933 Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Died | May 9, 1999 Clearwater, Florida |
| Occupation(s) | Major General 2 Star, US Army |
| Spouse | Joyce Lutz |
Major General Joseph "Joe" Lutz (April 17, 1933 – May 9, 1999) was a two star general in the United States Army. He played an important role in getting increased recognition for Special Operations in the U.S. Military.[1]
Early life
[edit]Joseph Lutz was born April 17, 1933, in Indianapolis Indiana. An All-State Tail Back for Cathedral High School, he accepted a scholarship to St. Norbert College where he earned Catholic League All-American Honors at the same position. His designation as the Distinguished Military Graduate of the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps program at St. Norbert College in 1955 was a sign of things to come. After his required 4 years of service, he was offered tryouts with the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers, but opted to continue his Military Service.
Personal life
[edit]Joseph Lutz was the son of Frank Lutz and Marie Bender. He married Joyce Anne Cunningham (4/1/1933 - February 26, 2008) on February 7, 1959, in Indianapolis Indiana. They had five children.
Joseph Lutz died on May 9, 1999, in Clearwater Beach, Florida.
References
[edit]- ^ "DISTINGUISHED MEMBER OF THE SPECIAL FORCES REGIMENT" (PDF). www.soc.mil.