George W. McDuffie

About George W. McDuffie

Author • USAF Master Sergeant (Ret.) • Ordained Deacon • Educator

George W. McDuffie — Ordained Deacon
George W. McDuffie Portrait

A Life of Extraordinary Purpose

George W. McDuffie is a senior Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO), retired after serving as an Administration Supervisor with the United States Air Force for over twenty years. During his career, he graduated from the Senior NCO Academy and received numerous medals.

His service carried him across the globe — to Southeast Asia, including Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, and in the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF). He also served with the Royal Air Force at Greenham Common, England, and throughout Germany on a Special Duty assignment.

Master Sergeant McDuffie was assigned to various Air Forces within the United States, including a stint at the Pentagon, stationed at Fort Belvoir, Alexandria, Virginia. There, he hung up his military uniform and traded it in for a suit and tie — joining the Federal Government as a Navy researcher at the Office of Naval Research in Arlington, Virginia. He served distinguished active duty in the Air Force and federal civilian service, ultimately retiring in December 2014.

He is a graduate of Cornerstone College of Virginia, Fredericksburg, with a master's degree in religious education. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Management from the University of Maryland, and a Bachelor of Arts in Ministry from Triangle Bible Institute (TBI). In his leisure time, he enjoys golfing, power walking, and fishing.

Military & Federal Service

Enlisted in the United States Air Force in October 1968 at age 18 — served 20 years, from 10 October 1968 through 31 October 1988

USAF Dress Uniform
October 1968
Enlisted — United States Air Force
Enlisted in the USAF at age 18, beginning a distinguished 20-year military career dedicated to service and excellence for the United States.
Vietnam Era
Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam & PACAF
Served in Southeast Asia, including at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, and in the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) — facing extraordinary challenges with unwavering courage and faith.
Then & Now Military Portraits
Then & Now — USAF Service Portraits
Europe Assignment
Greenham Common, England & Germany
Served with the Royal Air Force at Greenham Common, England, and throughout Germany on a Special Duty assignment.
Pentagon
Fort Belvoir, Alexandria, Virginia
Assigned to various Air Forces within the United States, including a prestigious stint at the Pentagon, stationed at Fort Belvoir, Alexandria, Virginia.
NCO Academy Class
Military Airlift Command — Noncommissioned Officers Academy (East)
October 1988
Military Retirement — Senior NCO Academy Graduate
Retired as Master Sergeant after 20 years of service (10 October 1968 – 31 October 1988). Graduated from the Senior NCO Academy and received numerous medals and commendations.
Post-Military
Office of Naval Research, Arlington, VA
Hung up his military uniform and traded it in for a suit and tie — joining the Federal Government as a Navy researcher at the Office of Naval Research in Arlington, Virginia.
ONR Colleagues
With Colleagues at the Office of Naval Research, Arlington, VA
December 2014
Federal Civilian Retirement — Honored with Flag Ceremony
Served distinguished active duty in the Air Force and federal civilian service, ultimately retiring in December 2014 — concluding a lifetime of extraordinary dedication to the United States.
Retirement Ceremony
Retirement Ceremony — Receiving the American Flag, December 2014

Education Background

A lifelong commitment to learning spanning theology, information science, and ministry

Religious Education

Master of Religious Education Cornerstone College of Virginia, Fredericksburg, VA

Information Management

B.S. in Information Systems Management University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Ministry

Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Triangle Bible Institute (TBI), Triangle, VA
George McDuffie — Ordained Deacon

Star Bethlehem Missionary Baptist

Triangle, Virginia — 15+ Consecutive Years of Dedicated Service

A Man of Deep Faith

George McDuffie serves as an Ordained Deacon at Star Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church (SBMBC), Triangle, VA. He previously served as Chairman of Deacons for over ten years and as Lead Men Sunday School teacher.

He holds a bachelor's in ministry from Triangle Bible Institute (TBI), Triangle, VA, and a Master of Religious Education from Cornerstone College of Virginia — a foundation that deeply informs his faith life and community leadership.

  • Ordained Deacon — Star Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church (SBMBC), Triangle, VA
  • Previously served as Vice Chairman and was ultimately elected Chairman of the Ministry of Deacon
  • Served SBMBC as Deacon Chairman for over 15 consecutive years
  • Served as Lead of the Sunday Men's Sunday School teacher
  • B.A. in Ministry from Triangle Bible Institute (TBI), Triangle, VA
Read His Testimony

His Connection to This Book

The faith, experiences, and blessings that compelled George W. McDuffie to write

George McDuffie — USAF Service

"This book is a testimony of my Faith — from being hit by a train on my 17th birthday, to surviving a bomb attack while serving in Vietnam, and other untold blessings too numerous to list."

— George W. McDuffie

What Connects George to This Book

George's faith and his stern belief in the LORD Jesus Christ are the very indicators that compelled him to publish this book. It was not written for fame or recognition — it was written in obedience to faith.

This book stands as a testimony of his faith — lived out through decades of extraordinary circumstances that could only be survived through the grace of God.

Survived a Train Collision — Age 17

On his 17th birthday, George was hit by a train. He survived — a miracle that set the course of his life-long faith.

Survived a Bomb Attack in Vietnam

While serving in Vietnam, George survived a bomb attack — God's hand protecting him through the horrors of war and preserving his life for purpose.

Countless Untold Blessings

Beyond the dramatic moments, a lifetime of blessings — too numerous to list — continuously affirmed George's faith and his call to share his story.

Achievement & Recognition

Notable highlights from a life of distinguished service, scholarship, and faith

College Library Endorsement

"We purchased a copy and have placed it in the college library. Congratulations, once again, for your accomplishment."

— Dr. Julie M. Wallace

President, Cornerstone College of Virginia

Senior NCO Academy Graduate

Graduated from the Senior NCO Academy and received numerous medals throughout a 20-year distinguished USAF career serving his country with honor.

United States Air Force

1968 – 1988 • Master Sergeant

Chairman of Deacons — 15+ Years

Elected Chairman of the Ministry of Deacon at Star Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, serving the congregation faithfully for over 15 consecutive years.

SBMBC, Triangle, VA

Ordained Deacon • Lead Sunday School Teacher

Life Beyond the Uniform

George and his wife Dorothy enjoy the simple things of life together, along with their adult children: Nichele, Travis, DeMonde, Temeka, and Anitra, and their grandchildren.

Beyond his extraordinary career, George is first and foremost a devoted family man — sharing a life filled with joy, faith, and the blessings of a growing family.

In his leisure time, George enjoys golfing, power walking, and fishing — simple pleasures that keep him grounded in God's creation and connected to those he loves.

Golfing

A beloved leisure activity

Fishing

Relaxation & reflection

Power Walking

Active & healthy lifestyle

Family

5 children & grandchildren

George with Dorothy
George's grandchildren