Catherine S. Lutz
Catherine S. Lutz | |
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Major General Catherine S. Lutz | |
| Born | August 11, 1955 |
| Died | January 16, 2014 (aged 58) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States National Guard |
| Years of service | 1982–2014 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Unit | Mississippi National Guard |
| Commands | Mississippi Air National Guard (2011–14) 172nd Medical Squadron (2001–04) 183rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (1999–01) |
| Awards | Legion of Merit Meritorious Service Medal (3) Air Force Commendation Medal Air Force Achievement Medal |
| Spouse(s) | Major General William Lutz |
Major General Catherine S. Lutz (August 11, 1955 – January 16, 2014) was a Mississippi National Guard officer. She began her career as a nurse before becoming a medical officer. She served in a series of postings before being promoted to the rank of brigadier general in 2009 while acting as assistant to the Chief Nurse of the Air Force, becoming the first female general officer in the history of the Mississippi National Guard. She was subsequently promoted to the rank of major general and commander of the Mississippi Air National Guard.