Vice Adm. Robert Parker (left), commander of Coast Guard Atlantic Area, and Rear Adm. Michael Parks thank his wife, Cynthia, his two children, Tiffany and Halle, for their support during Parks' retirement ceremony held at the Cleveland Convention Center, June 27, 2013. Parks retired after 35 years of service and was relieved by Rear Adm. Fred Midgette as the commander of the Coast Guard 9th District. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Levi Read)