The Stockton Maritime Museum team is comprised of a Board of Directors and a core volunteer group. We are Stocktonians, veterans, craftsman, and maritime history enthusiasts who are dedicated to ensuring that Stockton’s shipbuilding legacy lives on.
Board of Directors

David Rajkovich, President
A lifelong farmer, David founded Farmington Fresh, and is a current Board member of the Historic Naval Ships Association (HNSA). He is an active advocate for military veterans.

Donald Reinhart, Chairman
A US Navy veteran, Don founded and ran Delta Charter Lines for over 30 years. A Stockton native & licensed ship captain, he has navigated our local waterways his entire life.

Karen Rajkovich, Treasurer
Karen is a Registered Nurse specialized in surgical nursing. She trained at Stanford Medical Center, among other institutions, and has been with the museum since it began in 2011.

Rex Ramsey, Co-Founder & Advisor
Rex is a licensed architect with 44 years of experience. He co-manages the design and permitting process for the museum’s future permanent home.

Wes Rhea, Board Member
Former Visit Stockton CEO & President for 19 years, Wes is now the CEO & President of Visit Lodi. He is a lifelong Stockton resident and an Army veteran.

Donald Geiger, Board Member
Don is the third-generation business owner of Geiger Manufacturing. He recently retired from his law practice, and is now the museum’s legal advisor.

John Van Huystee, Board Advisor
John has a background as a building contractor, and is a vocational instructor at Building Futures Academy (BFA). He oversees restoration of the USS Lucid.

Dr. Gary Howells, Board Advisor
Gary served in Vietnam, including a tour on USS Firm, a sister ship of USS Lucid. He was a US Navy Commander and is a retired professor from University of the Pacific.
If you are interested in attending a monthly Board of Directors meeting, please contact us!
Volunteers
- Richard John
- Cheryl McSparin
- Stan Jones
- Pedro Delgado
- Jose Jauregui
- Stan Rapada
- Mike Gilmer
- Chuck Holman
- Dave Hill
- Claire Imenson
- Dean Komure
- Mike Guddal
- Craig Howells
- Javier Piña
- Brad Finch
- Mike McDowell
To join us as a volunteer, please fill out our volunteer form and we will follow up with you. Thank you!