This letter recommends Sidney Cherenfant for promotion to the position of Second Radio Electronics Technician. The author has served with Cherenfant on the USNS KANAWHA for 5 years and observed him perform his duties as Steward Utility in an outstanding manner, taking great pride in his work. Cherenfant has also received on-the-job training in the communications department and expressed interest in becoming a Radio Electronics Technician 5 years ago. The author believes Cherenfant would be a great asset to the communications department due to his self-motivation, dedication to his duties, and ability to excel at any task assigned.

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DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
USNS KANAWHA (T·AO 196)
FPO A.E. 09576-4075
18 February, 2012
From Master, USNS KANAWHA
Subject: Letter of Recommendation for Mr. Sidney Cherenfant.
IN REPLY REFER TO:
Mr. Cherenfant has been assigned tu the USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196) as a
Supply Utility Man since August 2009. During that time Mr. Cherenfant has
distinguished himself as an exemplary employee. He has consistently performed his
duties in a superior mrumer. He is a motivated and focused worker, who possesses a
strident work ethic. Mr. Cherenfant has expressed interest in advancing his career in the
Supply Department and has on his own time conducted on the job training with the
Supply Officer and Junior Supply Officer. He has successfully passed the Basic
Storekeeper training class.
Mr. Cherenfant is a model employee. He takes pride in his job and it has been a pleasure
to sail with him. He possesses the necessary skill sets to excel in the position ofAssistant
Storekeeper. He would be any asset to any ship in the fleet sailing in that position. He has
my highest recommendation for promotion to Assistant Storekeeper.
~~~tY19Jl- .Captain James D. Dolan
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6. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196)
FPO AE 09576-4075
To: Military Sealift Command - Promotions Board.
From: Operations Chief Nicholas Petrone.
Subject: Letter of Recommendation for Mr. Sidney Cherenfant
for promotion to the position of Second Radio
Electronics Technician (Announcement 14-220-0lMP) .
This letter is written to provide a reference of Mr Sidney
Cherenfant's work ethic and dedication to his command.
I have served with Mr. Cherenfant onboard USNS KANAWHA for
approximately 5 years. While not assigned directly to my
department, I have observed Mr. Cherenfant on a daily basis
in the performance of his duties as Steward Utility. His work
performance and personal attributes have been nothing less
than outstanding. He is always working hard and is extremely
helpful in providing services to the crew.
Mr. Cherenfant is always dressed sharply in the proper
Steward Utility uniform. He takes great pride in
accomplishing every task assigned to him. He consistently
keeps his assigned work spaces such as Officer Staterooms,
Mess Decks, Ship's Laundry, and Ship's Passageways clean and
in "inspection ready'' condition at all times. His attention
to detail and his positive "can do" attitude have made him a
very valuable member of the KANAWHA's Food Service
Department. His reputation to excel in all assignments has
also carried outside Supply Department. During Underway
Replenishment Evolutions he is assigned to key positions such
as Signalman and Telephone and Distance Line, jobs which are
usually assigned to more experienced Deck Department
personnel.
Mr. Cherenfant's dedication to duty and support of his chain
of command has gained the confidence of his superiors and
respect of his peers. He has become a mentor and role
model to his fellow Steward Utility co-workers. His
enthusiasm for excelling at his job often motivates his peers
to perform better in their tasks as well. Some elements which
remain the same whether in Food Service Department or
Communications Department are customer service, competence
and professionalism. I have personally observed him
demonstrating those qualities daily aboard this vessel.

7. Mr. Cherenfant expressed his interest to me to become a
Radio Electronics Technician when I first met him 5 years
ago. Over the years, he has spent many off-duty hours in
Radio Central receiving on the job training. Mr Cherenfant is
ever ready to accept more responsibility. His self motivation
to learn combined with his dedication to contributing to
command mission will make him a great asset to any Ship's
Communications Department.
Very Respectfully,
Nicholas Petrone
Operations Chief
USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196)

12. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 1%)
FPO AE. 09576-4075
1'1 REPLY REFER TO; 6710
19 May 2012
From: Craig A McLain, Medical Service Officer, USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196)
FPO AE 09576-4075
To: To Whom It May Concern
Subj: LETTER OF RECOMMEDNATION ICO UTILITYMAN SIDNEY F. CHERENFANT
1. It is a great pleasure for me to recommend Service Utilityman
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Sidney F. Cherenfant for the position of Radio Electrician
Technician ( RET) .
2. Service util Cherenfant is a very impressive CIVMAR. USNS
KANA~vHA (T-A0196) has been fortc:nate to have him as member 'Of the
Supply Department. He has a positive attitude that is contagious.
Service Utilityman Cherenfant is highly motivated to accomplish tasks
quickly and efficiently. He is always a team player and encourages
others to work together to complete evolc:tions safely.
2. Service utilityman Cherenfant will be an extremely valuable asset
wherever he is assigned. He has my highest recommendation for
acceptance to become a 2~ Radio Electrician Technician ( RET) with
Military Sealift Command (MSC).
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13. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196)
FPO AE 09576-4075
IN REPLY REFER TO
T-AO 196
2300/ SRM
21 May 12
From: Purser, USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196)
To: PROMOTION BOARD
Subj: LETIER OF RECOMMENDATION ICO SYDNEY CHERENFANT, XXX-XX-6267
To Whom It May Concern:
I have been deployed with SU Sydney Cherenfant since my arrival in November 2011. His
main duties are mess man and laundry man on board the USNS KANAWHA. He always
maintains a good attitude and his attention to detail is to be rewarded. He is of quiet
demeanor but always attentive to the needs of crew members.
I believe that Mr. Cherenfant would be an asset in any department that he chooses. He is a
dedicated worker and takes on challenges of making things better for all concerned. I
wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Cherenfant for further training and promotion to RET 2.
Please contact me via email or phone if you have any questions:
Email:
Phone: (619)-544-7171 ext 773