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Interviewee Collection Description Interviewer Date of Interview Location of Interview Affiliation
Doug Wolfe and Dave Engel NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

Dr. Doug Wolfe, a highly accomplished scientist, dedicated several years of his career to the Beaufort Laboratory, making significant contributions as a Chemist/Fishery Biologist. Born and raised in Ohio, he nurtured a deep fascination for the natural world from a young age. Doug pursued his academic aspirations at Ohio State University, where he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Zoology and later a Graduate degree in Biochemistry. In 1964, Doug joined the Beaufort Lab.

 Joseph W. Smith, Don Hoss, Ford Cross, Douglas Vaughan Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
Allyn B. Powell NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories
  • Allyn B. Powell: Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and raised in Jersey City, NJ, and vicinity.
  • Graduated from Middlesex County (NJ) Vocational and Technical School in 1954 with certification in Machine Drawing.
  • Employed by Bethlehem Steel Co.
 Don Hoss, Ford Cross, Jeff Govoni, Douglas Vaughan, Joseph W. Smith Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
Ann Rose NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

Ann Rose grew up in Harkers Island, NC where her father, Chief Ira Lewis, served in the Coast Guard. Her family lived in New York for a period while her father worked at various lifeboat stations, and they later resided at Montauk Lighthouse. After her father's retirement, they returned to Harkers Island, where Ann met her husband and started working at the Beaufort Lab in 1962 where she was employed as an Editorial Assistant until 1995. 

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 Joseph W. Smith, Don Hoss, Ford Cross, Douglas Vaughan Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
William “Bill” Hettler NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories
  • Mr. Bill Hettler was born in Chicago and was raised in San Antonio, Texas.
  • Bill attended the University of Texas and received his Bachelor’s Degree in 1960.
  • After graduation he was commission as an officer in the U.S.
 Joseph W. Smith, Ford Cross Morehead City, NC NOAA Fisheries
Dr. Don Hoss and Dr. Ford “Bud” Cross NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

Dr. Don Hoss, hailing from Mexico, Missouri, has devoted a significant portion of his life to the field of fisheries. His educational journey began at the University of Missouri, where he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Fisheries. Don joined the Beaufort Laboratory in 1958 as a Fishery Biologist, embarking on a long and fruitful career that would span over four decades. He obtained a Master's degree from North Carolina State University in 1966, followed by a Ph.D. in 1971.

 Joseph W. Smith, Douglas Vaughan Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
David Peters NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

Dr. Dave Peters was born in Danville, Pennsylvania, but spent his formative years in South Dakota. He developed a deep fascination with aquatic life, particularly fish. Dave embarked on an academic journey that would shape his future as a prominent fish biologist. He attended Utah State University, where he completed his undergraduate studies in Fish Biology. He honed his understanding of fish ecosystems. Dave continued his graduate education at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. While working towards his graduate degrees, he worked for the U.S.

 Joseph W. Smith, Ford Cross, Douglas Vaughan, Jeff Govoni Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
Bill Sunda and Sue Huntsman NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

Dr. William "Bill" Sunda, a native of Arlington, Virginia, has made significant contributions to environmental science and research throughout his career. He completed his undergraduate studies at Lehigh University, graduating in 1968 with a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science. Bill received a Fellowship for graduate studies at MIT and Woods Hole the same year. In 1975, Bill joined the Beaufort Lab as a Research Chemist, marking the beginning of a 40-year-long commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Dr.

 Joseph W. Smith, Doug Wolfe, Douglas Vaughan, Don Hoss Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
Charles S. Manooch NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

Dr. Charles "Chuck" Manooch III was born in Raleigh, NC. In 1962, he joined the U.S. Army and served for several years before enrolling at Campbell University in Buies Creek, NC. In 1966, he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Biology. Chuck's career in marine biology started with a brief stint as a unit biologist for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission in central Florida after graduation. Then he pursued further studies at North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh, working under Dr.

 Joseph W. Smith, Don Hoss, Douglas Vaughan, Jeff Govoni Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
Herb Prythrech NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories
  • Born in Beaufort, NC; raised on Pivers Island (site of the Beaufort Laboratory)
  • Herb’s father, Dr. Herbert Prythrech, was Director of the Beaufort Laboratory, 1933-1949
  • Graduated from East Carolina University and also served in the US Army
  • Worked for the NMFS, formerly the U.S. Bureau of Commercial Fisheries, as a port agent and fishery reporting specialist in TX, SC, GA, and Miami; retired from NMFS in 1994
 Joseph W. Smith, Don Hoss, Ford Cross, Douglas Vaughan Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
Randolph L. Ferguson NOAA Beaufort Lab Oral Histories

 Dr. Randolph “Randy” L. Ferguson was born in Wisconsin along the shores of Lake Michigan and
spent his formative years there.

 During his mid-teens the family moved to New York; there, he enrolled in Cornell University and graduated in 1967 with a Bachelor’s Degree concentrating in Environmental Sciences.

 He entered graduate school at Florida State University in Tallahassee and received his Ph.D. from FSU in 1971; his dissertation dealt with the effects of light and temperature on the growth and productivity of phytoplankton.

 Joseph W. Smith, Don Hoss, Douglas Vaughan, Jeff Govoni Beaufort, NC NOAA Fisheries
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