Command Master Chief Joseph Gardner is piped aboard at his retirement ceremony June 10, 2016, at the Joint Base Charleston – WS, Red Bank Club. Gardner served for more than 28 years in the United States Navy. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Sean M. Stafford/Released)

Command Master Chief Joseph Gardner receives a flag as part of his retirement ceremony, June 10, 2016, at the Joint Base Charleston – WS, Red Bank Club. Gardner served for more than 28 years in the United States Navy. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Sean M. Stafford/Released)

Command Master Chief Joseph Gardner and his wife, Jacque, are piped ashore at the conclusion of his retirement ceremony, June 10, 2016, at the Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, Red Bank Club. Gardner served for more than 28 years in the United States Navy. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Sean M. Stafford/Released)

Naval Support Activity Color Guard presents the colors during a retirement ceremony for Command Master Chief Joseph Gardner June, 10, 2016, at the Joint Base Charleston – WS, Red Bank Club. Gardner retired after serving more than 28 years in the United States Navy. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Sean M. Stafford/Released)