Background
Peak, Edward John was born on March 30, 1950 in Johnstown, Colorado, United States. Son of Ralph Frank Peak and Shirley Anne (Tarbox) Brauer.
Peak, Edward John was born on March 30, 1950 in Johnstown, Colorado, United States. Son of Ralph Frank Peak and Shirley Anne (Tarbox) Brauer.
Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering, United States Coast Guard Academy, 1972. Master of Science in Aero Systems, University West Florida, 1975. Microsoft Security Essentials, Purdue University, 1985.
Commissioned ensign, United States Coast Guard, 1972; advanced through grades to captain, United States Coast Guard pilot, United States Coast Guard, Port Angeles, Washington, 1975-1978; aircraft maintenance officer, United States Coast Guard, Sitka, Alaska., 1978-1980; aircraft maintenance officer, United States Coast Guard, Houston, 1980-1983; chief fixed wing aircraft engineering, United States Coast Guard, Elizabeth City, North Carolina, 1985-1990; chief aircraft maintenance, United States Coast Guard, Mobile, Alabama, 1990-1992; Executive officer, United States Coast Guard, Mobile, 1992-1994; chief search and rescue, United States Coast Guard, New Orleans, 1994-1997; commanding officer, United States Coast Guard Integrated Support Command, New Orleans, since 1997. Board of trustees Ancient Order of Pterodactyl, 1992-1995. Board directors Addiction Recovery Resources of New Orleans, 1994-1996.
Member American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Society of America Military Engineers, Retired Officers Association (life member), Sons of the American Revolution, Explorers Club, Southern Yacht Club.
Married Susan Carol Perkins, June 8, 1972. Children: Jason, Andrew, Kimberly, Elizabeth, Katherine, Joshua.