Carroll County native Darryl Blackburn inducted into U.S. Army TACOM Hall of Fame

Six former teammates joined the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Hall of Fame this month in recognition of their lasting contributions to Army readiness.

“Our honorees truly embody TACOM’s spirit of excellence,” said Brig. Gen. Beth A. Behn, TACOM commanding general. “Their outstanding achievements, leadership and unwavering dedication to our mission had a profound impact not only on this command, but across the Army.”

The TACOM Hall of Fame Class of 2025 includes: 

—Keith Berman, former deputy chief of staff, Resource Management 

—Darryl Blackburn, former director of logistics integration, Integrated Logistics Support Center 

—Nathan Hill, former civilian executive assistant, Anniston Army Depot 

—Joseph Turcotte, former deputy to the commander, Watervliet Arsenal 

—Helen Cannon, former director of logistics integration, Integrated Logistics Support Center 

—Timothy Conroy, former Army Force Generation integration director

An induction ceremony was held at Sept. 30 in Glancy Circle at TACOM headquarters on the Detroit Arsenal. The event was livestreamed and followed by a reception in the Hall of Fame room.

The Hall of Fame program, established in 2024, honors former team members for exceptional service and commitment to Army readiness while preserving TACOM’s history.

Among the inductees is Carroll County native Darryl Blackburn, who served the command for nearly 32 years. Blackburn retired in 2009 as director of logistics integration at the Integrated Logistics Support Center and later returned for an additional 21 months to provide key leadership during a Base Realignment and Closure.

Blackburn’s career was defined by mission success, dedication to the workforce and skill in navigating complex organizational changes — qualities that made him a vital leader during major periods of transformation.

“Our honorees have set an inspiring standard that challenges all of us to reach higher, think bigger and lead with heart,” Behn said. “Being inducted isn’t just an award; it’s a lasting expression of our collective gratitude.”