EDWIN D. SCORZA, LCDR, USN
Edwin Scorza '44
Lucky Bag
From the 1944 Lucky Bag:
Edwin Dante Scorza
New York City, New York
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.
Edwin Dante Scorza
New York City, New York
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.
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