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Crew Member's Page
For Years of 1964 to 1965
The names are listed in the order of the time
period that each of you served onboard the USS Newport News. That is, sorted by the date
month/year you came onboard. This way, people who served together will be listed together.
Just find someone you want to visit with, click on their Email Address and start typing.
We hope you all use this to page to visit with your old (and new) shipmates.
To email a shipmate copy and
paste the address then remove the space after the @. This is done to cut down on
Spam email.
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Barry G. Hoyte
SN to GMGC/ Second Division
01/64 to Decom
barry.hoyte@ yahoo.com
Marine Machinery Mechanic
Manchester, Wa
Lots of memories most good, a few really bad. |
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Fritz
( Fritz) Cunningham
EN3/A Division
01/64 to 08/64
cuninghm@ charter.net
Movie Theater Manager
Reedsburg, WI
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Robert
(Kurt) Hales
BM3/7th Division
01/64 to
kurthales@ aol.com
auto wholesale representative
322 Rollingwood Drive Newport N.C. 28570
I enjoy yourwebsite. I was the boat coxswain of the OMB '65 My last cruise
was the shakedown cruise in Gitmo, I have pictures I would love to
share.Thank you NN for the memories. |
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Charles
P. (Chuck) Mulholland, Jr.
SN/First Division
01/64 to 09/65
cpm915@ comcast.net
Surface Ships Program Manager Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia
Site Retired 1995
Drexel Hill PA
I spent all my sea time on the CA-148 in First Division. After the
Navy,(8/62-9/65 "Kiddie Cruiser") I was an apprentice at the
PNSY. I decided to work on oil tankers in late 1970. Then, working my way
up, I sailed worldwide as 3rd, and 2nd mate on numerous deep sea merchant
tank and freight ships such as, VLCC's, RO-RO's, T-2's. Went ashore to
work at the Naval Warfare Center in Philadelphia. For many years I
actually drove past the 148 as it lay with the mothball fleet at the
Philadelphia Naval Shipyard (PNSY). The day it was towed away, I watched
from another pier as the 148 was slowly pushed and pulled out of the back
channel lay up basin on it's last trip down the Delaware River.
Destination: The Breakers.
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Warren
J. Erickson
FN/E Division
01/64 to 06/64
werick1218@ aol.com
Retired Electrician
Staten Island NY
This was a great ship. I was fresh out of Boot Camp and filled with awe
when I came aboard. Captain DuBoise welcomed me aboard in front of the
ships company. I remember the NYC cruise, my home town. My family came
aboard, I was so proud. I went on to become an EM/2, aboard the USS
Randolph CVS-15. But will never forget the Newport News. Hi "OBIE"
I remeber you. |
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Bob
Meiers
RM3/OR Division
01/64 to 08/64
bmeie1@ aol.com
Retired, Sr. Design Draftsman/G.E.
Washington MA
My only regret was my tour of duty on the ship was way to short. Wish I
could go back in time and tour that great ship knowing what I know now,
But I'm sure we all feel that way |
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Thomas
E Moreland Jr
SN/Flag
01/64 to 05/66
smoreland@ mris.com
Retired Police/ Homeland Security
Fredrick MD
Retire Baltimore City Police presently working with Homeland Security in
Washington DC |
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Patrick Marceau
CS3/S2 Division
01/64 to 11/65
melopat@ charter.net
Quality control Decorative Panels Inc.
Alpena MI
Would like to hear from anybody that was onboard at this time and
remembers me. |
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Ken Wright
Cpl/Marine Detachment
01/64 to 12/65
figureheadwag@ yahoo.com
Retired mechanical maintenance in power plant
Westminister MD
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Edward C Gregor
Ltjg/Nan/4th Divisions
01/64 to 11/66
ecg@ egregor.com
Edward C. Gregor & Associates, LLC >
Bringing New Technologies to Market
Consultant/Managing Partner
Charlotte NC
The Newport News was a blast with many fond memories! We all served with
pride |
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Richard
Paolini
EM2/E
02/64 to 01/66
Instructor
Astoria, New York
Had many wonderful times especially the North Atlantic Cruise and the
cruise up the Mississippi to New Orleans. |
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Larry G. Utnage
FN/BT/Boiler Division
02/64 to 12/64
LarryUtn1@ aol.com
Retired
Belleville Il
Would like to hear from old friends. |
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Marvin
C (Marv)Cirota
SK3/Supply
02/64 to 09/65
mccprc@ yahoo.com
accountant
pittsburgh pa |
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Dennis Graney
EM2/E
03/64 to 07/67
denbrian06@ yahoo.com
Substation Supervisor
Vernon, N.J. |
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Robert D.
(Flem Flam) Payne
MM2/AC Gang
03/64 to 06/67
bpayne@ lcc.net
Minister Church of Christ
Huntsville, Texas |
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Clifton A (Al) Fleming
SH3/S3
03/64 to 07/66
Cafandkatie@ aol.com
DEA Compliance Coordinator
Prince George, VA.
Would very much like to contact Frank Kastelic or any other S-3 members who
served onboard the Greatest Ship in the US or any other Navy, during the
time that it was my privilege to be a member of the crew of "Big
Thunder". |
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Joe Viafora
MM3/M Division
03/64 to 08/65
Dubby22@ AOL.com
Senior Safety Inspector, Con Edison, New York
Flushing, New York
Fond memories, good ports of call, looking back now, it was a great experience. |
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Allen
J. (Big AL) Provance
MR3/ A Division
03/64 to 01/65
allen415@ webtv.net
USN RET> RETIRED FROM STIHL INC.in 1989 tool maker
8039 scott roberson rd. wise,va.24293
Was proud to serve on such a great ship. Was also a blue nose. have many
good memories. Worked in machine shop for MR1 stanley. Fully retired now
& enjoy riding my heritage softail harley. Go to Sturgis SD.
every year. Had a good friend on board by the name of SCAMMEL FROM
hAZELHERST ga. Would like to hear from him. You keep it in the wind &
may GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU & YOUR FAMILIES
YOUR PAL BIG AL |
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Douglas
G. Nugent
ETRSN/OE Division
03/64 to 05/66
dougnugent@ comcast.net
Lawyer
San Jose CA
Two of the best years of my life. Enjoyed the ship and my shipmates.
Would love to see them again. |
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Tim
Sewards
SM2/C Division
03/64 to 03/66
Contractor
Elk Bend Idaho
Finest ship I ever served on. Thanks for the opportunity to serve. |
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Archie
(Mac) McAllister
03/64 to 02/66
PH1/Second Fleet Staff/Photo Lab
03/64 to 02/66
archrismc@ aol.com
LT, USN Retired
San Diego CA
The Newport was without a doubt the "finest Ship" in the Navy. I
spent 28 years in the USN and when asked me what ships I served on, I
proudly boast the Newport News. I was a "cruiser sailor",
"wooden decks and iron men". I remember after we went to the
Dominican Republic we went directly to Boston for a Veteran's Day
celebration. VADM Sanderson threw out the first ball at Fenway Park that
night. I took photgraphs of the occasion and afterwards took a seat in the
dugout. I thought it was a great place to watch the game. Then the manager
came along and said I had to be in uniform to be there. I am in uniform,
he smiled and threw me out any way but to a box seat just behind the
dugout. It was great to be part of the Newport News. I still have the
ships plaque I purloined from JO1 Frank Castellucci prior to going to
Recruiting Duty in Detroit, Mi. The thought still makes me smile. I
remember shooting photos of a Good Conduct Award ceremony. The Captain
proudly announced SM1 Joe Crockett, First Award. He looked at Joe
incredoiusly as Joe have five or six red hashmarks. Joe remarked, "It
took me a little while to settle down Captain." God, those were great
times.
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Robert P.
(Cloud "9") Boon
SN/OI
04/64 to 01/66
bobboonvso@ yahoo.com
Director of Veterans Services, Superintendant of Veterans Interment,
County of Salem, New Jersey
37 Brandriff Avenue, Pennsville, New Jersey 08070
The New's was my second ship, but was my first love. Lest the Navy in 66 but signed up in the
Marine Corps in 71. Discharged SSgt in 1979. Still have good memories of Cable Beach at Gitmo
while attached to the base during our shake down. |
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Walter
(Walt) Ramsey
ETR3/OE Division
04/64 to 07/66
walter.ramsey@ sbcglobal.net
Electronic Engineer
San Francisco
She was the first ship I served on, and I hated to remove her name from my
shoulder when I went to another ship. |
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Joseph E.
(Bask) Baskys
YN3/Engineering
04/64 to 01/67
sgtjoejr@ yahoo.com
Retired Police Sgt.
Orland Park, Il.
Many great memories of people and places. Still in possession of
News Letters, Cruise Book etc |
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Jim
(Stretch) Hermance
EM3/E Division
04/64 to 07/67
jhermance@ attbi.com
Automotive Genl. Mgr.
N. Chelmsford, Ma.
Very excited to find this page. Live 30 minutes from USS Salem
CA-139, they're setting up a Newport News display now. I just missed
the NNcrew tour of the Salem. I found my division officer, Charlie
Laughton, lives 1 mile away. Contacted last year by Crazy Bernie
Snesko. He and Dennis Graney were among my closest friends.
I'm really excited to find you guys. I''ll be back! Grateful to have had such an incredible and formative experience,under
appreciated at the time. I'm very glad to have found my way back.Looking
fwd to renewing old aquaintences.please e-mail and say hello. |
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Jim
Shibley
RD3/OI Division
04/64 to 06/66
jcs85psi@ adelphia.net
Retired (have an adult beverage store in Fl.)
Amelia Is. Fl.
I'd love to do it one more time!! |
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Carl
W Welch
SFM3/ R Division
04/64 to 10/66
CWELCH1017@ MSN.COM
East Coast Rep Triways Industries
VA Beach VA
work for triways,they manufacture furniture for navy ships..we have the
contract for ..the uss george h.w.bush (cvn-77)..presently be constructed
at newport news shipyard.. |
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James
R. (Jim) Meeks, Jr.
SH3/S-3 Division
04/64 to 04/68
bradmeeks@ yahoo.com
Retired - Electrician (VAMC )
Dublin GA
Hello to all the members of the USS Newport News CA148. Saw
"Poncho" from San Antonio, TX was listed - hello! |
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Wayne
Helland
SN/1st Division Side Cleaners
04/64 to 11/65
norweigy@ hotmail.com
Retired from General Motors
Kingston MI
Call me at 989-683-8787
The email address is my Grandson's, since I don't have one. |
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Arthur Seamster Jr.
SN/Operations
04/64 to 04/66
art-sea@ msn.com
Retired
Virginia Beach VA
I was et striker |
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William J (Bill) Luther
EM3/E Division
04/64 to 07/66
jll4wjl@ juno.com
Retired system engineer Lucent Technologies
Bushnell FL & Duncansville PA
I just found the site see you in Baton Rouge |
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Leon
(Lex) Alexander
GMG3/5th
05/64 to 05/66
Alexinsagt@ aol.com
insurance agency owner
San Diego, CA
The News was my first ship. I recall boarding her just before going to
Newport, RI. At that time all non rated engineering personnel were
required to serve in the engine room of which I was assigned to M Division
engine room 2. I hated being below the waterline so I volunteered for mess
duty worked on my seaman rate and eventually was transferred to 5th
division which I loved. I started as striker on the Mount 56 made my first
chevron and was assigned to Mount 54, the one with all the gold E's. 5th
division was hand picked by our division officer to be the biggest badest
guys to represent the ship in volunteer sporting events with other
commands. I recall getting our butts kicked by the Marines at Gitmo during
out shake down cruise coming out of the yards. I also recall a North
Atlantic cruise where we went into the Artic Circle and woke up with /as a
official "Blue Nose" The News was great duty and the last
of the old glory Navy. I display her picture with guns blazing proudly on
my office wall. It never fails to create interesting conversation. I would
like to find a couple of old buddies Wayne Saxon, Richard Barbratto and
all the crazy guys in the 5" gun gang. I see a couple of
familiar names on the crew list. I transferred to the aircraft carrier USS
Constellation in 66, which had no gunnery, and spent the rest of my
enlistment deployed to Viet Nam on Yankee station. I am excited to have
found this site and will continue to monitor it frequently. |
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Gary
E Dickson
RM3/OR Division
05/64 to 07/67
pofolks61@ msn.com
SGT. Granville Township Police Dept.
61 Roundhouse Rd., Lewistown, Pa. 17044
Spent a little over 3 years on this great lady and enjoyed every minute of
it. Would like to hear from others who served aboard her. |
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Kenneth Greene
GMG3/2nd Division
06/64 to 06/66
gmg3ca148@ wmconnect.com
Retired armco steel co.
Ashland, Ky. 41101
looking back had a great time on the gray ghost. |
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Fred (Doc) Wykoff
HM2 /H Division
06/64 to 05/66
fredwykoff@ aol.com
Director, Sterile Processing, South Jersey Healthcare System
Salisbury, MD & Vineland, NJ
After 31 years of fun and games I retired to start working for a living. |
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Leslie M. (Marvin) Skillern
FN/R
06/64 to 04/68
indy54_1@ yahoo.com
Retired Autoworker
Coatsville IN
would love to hear from old shipmates |
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Charles M. (Charlie) Price
SFM3/R
06/64 to 02/67
cprice1101@ aol.com
Specialist Planning and Methods,
GE Power Generation
1101 Davis Rd. Woodruff, S.C. 29388 I had three great years on the News.
We made three Nato cruises & several to the Caribbean. I would love to
hear from my old buddies in R-Div and others. |
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Robert James
(Daddy) Rose, Jr.
Crews Barbers Shop/S-3
06/64 to 06/66
LOVEDADDY45@ AOL.COM
United States Postal Service
Springfield, IL
Just looking for any of the old crew members during the time I was aboard, especially my best
buddy, Richard! Would like to chat with all of you. It's been a long time! |
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Woodrow
F. (Woddy) Morrison
ETR2/OE Division
06/64 to 03/67
haidaman@ intergate.ca
http://www.oldraven.com
Lawyer, Film Consultant, Set Dresser (Film)
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
I would like to hear from any of the guys I served with. My time on
the Newport News was the greatest adventure of my life; She was one of a
kind. |
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Tim
(George) Coughlin
SN/4th Division
06/64 to 06/66
timcoughlin@ cs.com
Retired Accountant
Cleveland OH
I remember GQ in mount 52. The dreaded "shake down" cruise
in Cuba in Christmas of 1965.
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Bruce
W. Baker
MM3/M Division
06/64 to 08/67
bakerbw@ tds.net
Retired Federal Fire Chief
Richmond VA
Had a great time during my tour. If anyone remembers me give me a shout. |
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Jim
Blackburn
BT3/B Division
06/64 to 05/66
TRAINGEEK@ WEBTV.NET
Retired
Peoria IL |
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John
Latchaw
SN/1st Division
06/64 to 04/65
staywithus@ topothelake.com
b&bowner
pennyan,ny
1st Div crew members get in touch |
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George
R. (Mac) Magruder
FN/M Division
06/64 to 06/66
nickyboy@ jellico.com
Fleet repair mechanic/ Qwest communications
Peoria, Az
Worked in engine #2. Had a great time with the guys, especially remember
Bruce Baker and Dale Rissmiller. Crossed the Arctic Circle & became a blue
nose and still have my card and ships patch. Have pictures. Hope to hear
from anyone that remembers me. Leland Hudson MM1 in charge of engine 2
gave me my nickname Mac. He always had me make the coffee because he liked
the way I made it. I remember going to the N. Atlantic the general alarm
sounded just as I sat down to eat lunch, I grabbed my cherry pie off the
plate and headed for my duty station. The alarm sounded because of
Russian planes following our convoy, but nothing happened. Had a great
time on the N. Atlantic cruise and also in Gitmo. |
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Danny Miller
GMG3
06/64 to 07/65
cmnmi@ aol.com
Murrells Inlet SC |
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Stewart (Red) Caldwell
SFM3/DV2/R Division
06/64 to 07/66
stew2030@ aol.com
Retired
Matawan NJ
I was ship diver, and worked in sheet metal shop |
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Larry Stuart Evans
MR3/Engineering
06/64 to 04/66
Bubbaseaweed3@ comcast.net
Shipper, Mechanial Department - Norfolk Southern Rwy. , Retired in June
2004.
Stewartsville, Va. Bedford County |
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James H. (Jim) Zinn
RM3/RM
07/64 to 07/66
Co. Tech Bell Atlantic of WV.
Fairmont, WV. |
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William E
( Bill ) Parker
BT3/B
07/64 to 08/66
Operator of dry ice plant-Air Liquide
Deptford, N.J.
If you write to me it may be awhile before I respond because I work long
hours. I will try to answer as many letters as I can. Thanks, Bill
Parker |
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Paul A.
Smith
MM3/M Division/A Division
07/64 to 07/66
paspds@ nb.net
Financial Consultant
Canonsburg, PA |
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Hugh
B.(Reb) Stowers
MM2/A Division
07/64 to 09/65
Electrician
Georgia
I worked in the HVAC gang and took her to the North Atlantic. |
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Ishmail L.
(Chief) Osborne
HT1/R Division
07/64 to 05/68
ishosborne@ comcast.net
Handyman (carpentry, plumbing and siding)
Battle Creek, Michigan
Actually I served two separate tours on the USS Newport News, I first came aboard in June of 64
and reenlisted on board in country in 68 the USN Deep Sea Diving School then to MCB 53 then MCB
74 then Class C welding @ San Diego then back aboard the News in late 71 and then came October
1, 1972 a day that will go down in infamy. I pray to God that all who survived will have God's
peace and mercy poured out upon them. I was in charge of the pipe shop during that last Viet
Nam cruise and being a first class petty officer my watch that night was roving security. I
was in T1 five minutes prior to explosion. If any more of the crew that was there wants to get
in touch with me I would appreciate it. Also if anyone can tell me how to get hold of a crew's
book for the last Nam cruise I sure would like to get one as the one that I had ordered never
arrived at my address. After leaving the News I went to FMAG at Norva. I discharged in March
of 74. I then worked in just about every shipyard in the area. This is getting kinda long so if anyone is interested any further
please get in touch by email...Thanks for this page and God Bless all of
you.....Ish |
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Joseph
A.(Joey) Diemand
BT3/B Division
07/64 to 01/66
diemand@ emirates.net.ae
Selling fertilizer to the Arab's
Dubai, United Arabs Emirates |
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Edward
H.(Ed) Mahan
LTjg/5th Division
07/64 to 07/66
ca1482004@ yahoo.com
Retired
Wilmington, DE |
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Larry
(Mule) Koehler
RD3/OI Division
07/64 to 03/66
taxman520@ sbcglobal.net
Facilitator/Trainer for Dana Corporation, Cape Girardeau, MO
207 E Monroe St Jackson, MO 63755
I stayed in the Navy for eight years and left as an RD1. She was the
first of four ships that I served on, but will always have a special place
in my heart and on my mind. |
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Gary
D. Kelly
GMGSN/6th Division
07/64 to 06/66
ghopper6079@ zzzip.net
Retired, sheet metal workers local union #33
Marietta OH
The News was a great ship and a great crew of sailors. Have many good
memories and visited many ports of call that would have never been posable
on my own. Will never forget my tour on that great ship. |
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Benjamin
Lewis (Benny/Ben) Dickinson
Ltjg/OI
08/64 to 08/67
bdickinson@ glasgow-ky.com
Attorney/Circuit Judge
Glasgow, Ky. 42141 |
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Gabriel J.
(Gabe) Eagler
RM2/Flag/OR
08/64 to 09/67
gabr321@ aol.com
Concrete Plant Manager
Pocomoke City, MD. |
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Larry E. Hileman
MM3/M Division
08/64 to 06/67
biglare154@ hotmail.com
General Supervisor, US Capitol Power Plant
Waldorf, Maryland
My wife, Melinda and I lived in Chesapeake while I served on the NN. Would like to hear from
other crew members who may remember me. We also are in contact with Joe Diemand (B Div BT3)he
was from Mass. |
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Dan
(Pooch) Peddigree
RD3/Operations
08/64 to 10/66
danpeddigree@ msn.com
Retired in 2003 after 34 yrs with Verizon
Harrisburg, Pa. 17110
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Darwin
(Moochie) Muchow
BT3/B Division
08/64 to 07/67
hugomuchow@ hotmail.com
retired
Brickmason
Gaylord MN
Great ship. Great times. Would like to be contacted by B
Division members. Spent 3 good years aboard Newport News |
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Bill
(Lumps) Dunn
BM3/1st Division
08/64 to 67
pcdoctor@ goes.com
Computer Consultant
Pompton Lakes NJ
Enjoyed those great years. Loved singing with Louie Hamway, Pat Nappi,
Danny Warren and Bob O'Neil. |
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Ed
Agustin
ETN3/OE Division
08/64 to 01/66
edwardagustin@ yahoo.com
Architect
Napierville IL
Tried civilian electronics after the Navy and Electrical Engineering in
college. Transferred to Architecture, got my license and have been
involved in development, design and construction ever since. |
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Robert
L. Spinden
SA/OPS
08/64 to 02/65
rlspinden@ aol.com
Low Voltage Construction Manager/SimplexGrinnell
Nampa, Idaho
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Charlie Laughton
LTJG/E Division
08/64 to 09/66
charleslaughton@ verizon.net
Retired/ Owned a Garden Center and Nursery
North Che.msford, Mass.
I have visited the USS Salem (a sister ship of the Newport News). The
Salem is currently docked in Quincy, Mass. and open for tours. It brought
back great memories of our ship and crew. |
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John Thomas (Tex) Neal
BMSN/1st Division
09/64 to 06/65
jneal@ epix.net
School Police Officer Millwright Bethlehem Steel Corp. Retired.
rr 6 box 6400-d Stroudsburg Pa. 18360
Would like too hear
from the old deck gang. |
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John Motzer
SN/OE
09/64 to 08/67
JMOTZER@ neo.rr.com
Press operator/Fisher body/General Motors
Newton Falls, Ohio
would like to contact Jim Hausrath/fox div. Woody Morrison or anyone else
that remembers me |
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Michael S
( Mad Scientist) White
BM3/deck - operations
09/64 to 05/66
aumsparky@ yahoo.com
Retired
Electrician
NC
Fine ship, lots of good times |
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Daniel
P.(Ponch) Ramos
SN/S3 Division
09/64 to 07/66
ramos0178@ sbcglobal.net
Retired Civil Service DOD
San Antonio TX |
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John E Sultzbach
RM3/Flag
09/64 to 07/66
johnandpat103@ comcast.net
Retired
Lancaster PA |
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Harry Dean Sauseda
CYN3/O/R
10/64 to 12/66
Core maker retired from General Motors 31 years
154 Popps Rd Mio, Mich. 48647
I would like to hear from anyone in the radio shack that was on board when
I was. I enjoyed the two years I was on. The food was good after three
years on the USS Norfolk. |
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Bruce
F. (Bear) Burianek
MM2/M Division
10/64 to 04/68
BurianekI@ aol.com
med retired
3635 W F Street, Bremerton, Wash. 98312
I very much enjoyed my four years on the Great Lady. Anybody that
remembers me please write. |
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Walter
J. (Jerry) Mentzell
ETRSN/OE Division
10/64 to 10/65
Mentzell@ NB.NET
Semi Retired
Apollo PA
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Robert
E (Pop) Rhoades
BT3/BT1/B Division
10/64 to 03/70
stokerdusty1@ embarq.com
Boilermaker Retired
Chesapeake VA
I lived on the ship along time. Thay had to kick me of and give me
shore duty. |
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Ken Rome
ETR3/OE Division
10/64 to 07/66
knrme@ sbcglobal.net
Retired from IBM 34 yrs Field Engineer
Milwaukee WI
I treasure those years on the Newport News. The best job I could have
had... Fond memories of the SPS10 and SPS29. It set me up for the rest of
my life. |
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Mike (Halftrack) Harcourt
BM3/1st
11/64 to 11/66
mharcourt1@ mchsi.com
Retired
Des Moines, IA
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Richard
M .(Brad) Bradway
MM3/A Division
11/64 to 09/69
RichardBradway@ aol.com
Venice, Florida |
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Mike
Gallo
HM3/H Division
11/64 to 05/66
msgallo43@ hotmail.com
Business Manager
Sterling, CT
Would like to hear from others in H Div. Also any of the Marines I
spent the Summer with at Little Creek while the ship was in drydock |
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Michael
A.(John) Mize
RD2/OI Division
11/64 to 11/66
a1ezim@ charter.net
Nuclear Security (Ret.)1998
Hartselle, Al.
The NN was my third ship, but she was the best.Would have stayed, but
Capt. Balis changed that. |
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Johnny (hammer)
McKnight
SN/1st Division
11/64 to 01/65
rjmc71539@ aol.com
retired pipefitter from Goodyear
Deer Park TX
Being aboard ship was my best time in the Navy. I have a lot of great
memories like playing pinochle in the sail locker all night. We had a
great crew. I am looking for names of guys killed in gun turrent
accident. I got out right before that happened |
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Ron
Fascher
LT/B & M Division
12/64 to 05/68
rfascher@ ec.rr.com
Retired Wilmington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington, North Carolina
A great ship, great crew and great memories. I served under four
Captains: CAPT R.D. Quinn; CAPT T.L. Balis; CAPT Lindsay McCarty, and
CAPT E.K. Snyder. "Never Fear, Thunder's Here, On Station, Ready to
Fire" |
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John
Green
CT2/comSecondFlt staff
1964 to 1966
greengo@ bellsouth.net
Building maintainance supervisor for a large Atlanta corp.
Woodstock, Georgia
I loved my time aboard She sure was a beautiful ship. |
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Richard
Trimmer
GMGC/6th Division
1964 to 1969
rtrimmer@ neorr.com
Retired
Greenville PA
Served on board from 54 till 60 then again from 64 till 69. was LPO of 6th
div. the days of thunder will live forever with each crew member |
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Greg
(wop) Cacopardo
SN/2nd Division
1964 to 1966
deadjennie@ yahoo.com
whse supervisor
guilford ct
love to hear from some of the guys.some great memories |
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Dennis Pohl
CYN3/OR
01/65 to 01/67
ILAandDEN@ aol.com
Retired
Fredericksburg, VA/Kill Devil Hills, NC
The best of times...the worst of times...ah to remember my youth |
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Jerry L. Bell
RM2/OR
01/65 to 02/67
jerrybell43@ yahoo.com
Retired Police Lt. (Ft. PiercePierce
, Fl.)
Jefferson City, Tn. |
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Robert
G. (Step) Stepanovich
LTJG/1st, 3rd, 6th, Admin
01/65 to 11/67
cap_city@ voyager.net
Homebuilder/almost retired
Lansing MI
Great years. Great guys. Glad I was aboard. |
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Charles
Wayne (Chuck) Crumpton
BMSN/4th Division
01/65 to 01/68
hannah9192@ aol.com
Construction Equipment Operator/ Jefferson County Environmental
Pinson Alabama
My fondest memory is when we went to Halifax, NS. I was the Coxswain on
the Captain's gig and got lost in the fog with the Captain and XO drunk. |
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Richard
Dorato
RM3/A Division
01/65 to 11/66
ldorato@ attbi.com
Tool and Die Maker
Grand Rapids MI |
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Paul
C Benich
SN/Quartermaster
01/65 to 01/67
paulbenich@ hotmail.com
Process Engineer
Phoenix AZ |
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Terry
Lee Otten
FTG3/Fox Division
01/65 to 08/68
Office Manager
Manteo NC
Terry Otten was summoned by the Supreme Commander while at home in Manteo,
North Carolina on his beloved Outer Banks on 16 April 2003. RIP |
 
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Donald
(Ginney) Moore
SN/7th and 4th Division
01/65 to 01/67
domoore@ comcast.net
http://www.deansandfranks.com
http://www.calistagrand.com
Salon/Spa Owner
West Chester PA
I started out my barbering career on board the "NEWS", thatnks
to 'jg DeLong. I continued that endeavor till this day. I've had quite a
few salons since then . I currently have a salon/spa just outside of
Philly. Thanks Larry, for the opportunity. |
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William
(Fish Fry) Fry
SH3/Ships Service Barber
01/65 to 01/67
aekwkf67@ ptd.net
Meter Mechanic For Gas Co.
Reading,Pa.
would like to chat with former ships serviceman,Larry Delong, Bill
Steinbeck, Don Moore, Harry Albright and anyone else in the ships
serviceman department. Had great times in gitmo on softball field and
Bermuda's bars. |
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Gary
Shock
HM3/Medical
01/65 to 09/66
charmar@ defnet.com
Retired
Defiance OH
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Paul Furman
SK3/S-1
02/65 to 07/68
pfurman1@ sbcglobal.net
Database Administrator
Columbus, Texas
I can still hear the tune "The Lonely Bull" that was played
whenever ole "Thunder" pulled along side those DD's and Oiler's
in the Tonkin Gulf. Great tune, Greater Ship. The Finest Ship in the Navy,
proud to have been a News sailor. |
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Bill (Mac) McNew
GMG3/5th Division
02/65 to 08/67
bika2nc@ gmail.com
Retired
Wake Forest NC |
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Douglas D.
(Andy) Anderson
RM3/Communications
02/65 to 09/66
dczigzag@ aol.com
Lumber Broker
Welches, OR
I still consider my time aboard the Newport News as one of the greatest experiences in my young
manhood. |
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De
Hoogh, Theodore (Ted) M.
SH3/ S-3 Division
02/65 to 02/66
dehoogh@ mtcnet.net
Retired Art Teacher
613 4th Ave SE, Sioux Center, Iowa 51250
The Newport News was truly a great ship with a great crew, all of which
contributed to a lot of great memories and great experiences. |
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Charles
(Charlie) Hall
PN3/Public Info Office
02/65 to 01/67
hallchrlfl@ aol.com
Research assistant for the Summit County Historical Society
Akron OH
I was mainly responsible for getting out the ship's paper every night
while sea. It included cartoons, not too racy pinups (via the
Admiral's orders), latest sports scores and some news gotten off the radio
shack teletype. Also prepared information booklets for the foreign
ports we hit during our NATO cruises. I remember those Atlantc
storms, but mostly I remember my shipmates and especially that grand old
ship, a last of its breed. I would like to contact YN1 Junkins if
possible. |
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William
(Bill) Elliott
EM2/E Division
03/65 to 07/68
elfrickobet@ aol.com
Retired (Bellsouth Digital Technician) 35 years
Mableton GA
Have many fond memories of the gray ghost from the east coast. I still get chills when
I see her. I enjoyed my tour aboard the News. |
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Warren
A. White
EM/FM/E Division
03/65 to 07/67
warrenwhite46@ gmail.com
Retired
Texas
I have many fond memories of friends and the time I spent aboard. |
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Charles W.
(Bubba) Patterson
RM2/OR Division
03/65 to 09/66
cwp985@ verizon.net
Retired police Detective, Richmond Police Department
Chesterfield County, Virginia |
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John
M Brewer
Ens./OE Division
03/65 to 10/65
johnmbrewer@ gmail.com
Alexandria LA
Left Newport News to recommission USS Clarke County (LST 601) as Ops.
Off., ship earned 6 battle stars & 2 Meritorious Unit
Commendations for service in Vietnam. Ens. Chris Levenis left at the
same time for the Caroline County (LST 525). Chris died in NYC
at the age of 28 of a heart attack. He left a wife and young son. |
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James
A (Raffy) Raffensberger
SN/1st Division
03/65 to 08/66
rlilabner@ verizon.net
Retired Truckdriver(Consolidated Freight)
York PA |
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Alfred
H. (Al) Dunham III
SN/2nd
04/65 to 04/66
maraldun@ optonline.net
Retired from Verizon, currently certified Roller skating Coach
Millstone Township
New Jersey |
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Charles R. (Charlie) Brewer
BT2/B Division
04/65 to 07/67
General Motors Employee
White lake, Mich.
Would like to get in touch with Harold Bowman BTFN |
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Peter Honsberger
FTG3/Fox Division
04/65 to 08/68
everythingicecream@ yahoo.com http://www.everythingicecream.com
Owner of a Ice cream store, Manager of Southern Tier Industries
Seneca Lake, N.Y. |
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Edward
C. Altro
GMG3/6th Division
04/65 to 08/66
onenybadboy2@ aol.com
self-employed-owner operator trucking company
Fishkill,New York |
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Ronald
("JC") Krise
CYN3/Flag-Radio
04/65 to 09/67
ronkrise14@ aol.com
Early retirement US Dept of Justice presently temping
Washington, DC |
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Dennis
Baer
QM3/Nan Division
04/65 to 02/67
dennis@ unruhinsurance.com
Financial Specialist - First Union NB
Reading, PA
Many memories - Shakedown Cruise, GITMO, North Atlantic Cruise, The Dominican Republic "Eats
The Nest" - Norva. holystoning - sea bats on the fantail. Would love to hear from any former
shipmates. |
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Kenneth
E. Hall
MMCS/M Division
04/65 to 05/70
Building inspector (ret)
Brevard, NC
All former members of Hall's Angels please get in touch. |
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Robert
(Bobby) Walker
SN/7th Division
04/65 to 01/67
warehouse supervisor
columbus,ohio
being aboard was the highlight of my life. met some of the best guys a man
could have for friends
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Roger
Schulrud
MMCS/Repair
04/65 to 04/66
thunder_148@ yahoo.com
Chief Engineer, Martin Luther Prep School,
Prairie du Chien WI June 1995 (18 years there), Finally retired August
2002
Wausau WI
Reenlisted October 1964, used CruDesLants reenlistment option, home port
ship of your choice, I asked for Newport News to get off the small
Destroyers. CruDesLant fulfilled their obligation of one year at new duty
station. I stayed my year and then back to Destroyers! I had a son born in
West VA about a week before reporting on board, before I could get back
there we headed for the Dominican Republic when Marines were landed there.
I enjoyed the year on board except for the guns and some of the Marines
whoused them to pull themselves up in to their bunks, busting the air
conditioning freon lines. I retired from RTC Great Lakes, ILL August 1974.
in 1979 I went to work as Chief Engineer at Martin Luther Prep School,
Prairie du Chien, WI. and retired from there in August 1995. We moved to
Wausau, WI where I enlisted from and finally retired August 2002. I am on
VA Disability for ASBESTOS related problems. but I keep walking every day
to keep my lungs working. October 2003 I ha! > d a Heart check up
and had a couple arteries 85-90% plugged. I received 5 bypasses and am in
good shape again.I wasn't sick before the operation, so why be sick
afterward! I had the operation before I had a heart attack so there is no
heart damage. I am enjoying my retirement. My wife is still working full
time, (She is supporting me in the style I am accustomed!) Emailme or call
me on the phone, it is on the WEB phone directories. Just remember, THE
OLDER WE GET THE GREATER WE WERE! May all of you have FAIRWINDS AND A
FOLLOWING SEA |
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Augustine
(Gus) Granado
RM3/OR Division
04/65 to 06/66
Gus@ Duda.Com
Dispatcher with Duda & Sons, Texas
Did my time aboard ship when she went dry dock in Portsmouth,
Va and went south for re-training- Remember going to Hollywood, Fla
to party at Bell s home, RM2...dats all I'm saying... |
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Dick
Compton
FTG2/Fox Division
04/65 to 09/68
dmcompton@ caltel.com
Horse Trainer/Horseshoer
Valley Springs, Ca
Thank you to Mushy for taking the tme to look me up and clueing me in to
this site. I did not realize what I was missing. |
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Joe
Vetillo
RD2/OI Division
04/65 to 05/68
vetillo@ bellsouth.net
Retired
Delray Beach FL
Just happened to google on to this site and was wondering if anyone
remembered me |
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Dale Glenn
(Riss) Rissmiller
MM3/M
05/65 to 04/67
gto1967@ ptd.net
Forman, Millwright,welder
Wind Gap, Pa.
All I can say is thank you. |
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Lynn M. Lilla
YN2/Second Fleet Staff
05/65 to 06/67
lynn.lilla@ cox.net
ETCM (SW) RET 09/94 after 30 Years Currently, Technical Writer, Homeland
Security Projects
Virginia Beach, VA
After retirement in 94', worked as Senior Engineering Analyst for Newport
News Shipbuilding, managing communications radar and information systems
alterations for the SSN688 Class Submarines. Got to view and feel the
quarterdeck plaque, given to the new fast attack submarine USS NEWPORT
NEWS at commissioning. Part of Big Thunder still lives.
The USS Newport News (CA-148) was my first shipboard duty. I walked down
Pier 7 at the Naval Station in awe with my sea bag on my shoulder. That
mighty ship formed the basis for my 30 year career. |
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Leonard R.
(Len) Hilliker
MM3/M Division
05/65 to 12/66
hillikersr@ yahoo.com
Retired with 30 years from IBM (test Engineer)
Montross VA
Many fond memories. Went to the reunion in Charleston SC 2007
And met up with F. Vallencourt.
I keep in touch with George McGruder who lives in Az. Ride motorcycle in
my spare time when it,s warm. If you remember me shoot me a email. |
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Guy
Coker
IC1/Engineering
05/65 to 05/68
cguyjoye@ msn.com
retired bellsouth facility tech
708 Nash Mill rd Fountain Inn ,S.C. 29644 |
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Charles
Marks
FTG3/Fox Division
05/65 to 02/67
marksrs69@ hotmail.com
Radio Shack
Michigan City IN |
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Norman Francoeur
ETR3/OI Division
05/65 to 06/67
mrmerlin@ cox.net
Retired
Las Vegas NV
Would like to know how Nam was from old shipmates |
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Louis
C Akers Jr
BT2/B Division
05/65 to 12/68
coffee_club_guy@ hotmail.com
Retired Millwright,Pipe Fitter Welder
West Union OH |
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Thomas M (Tom) Browning
SN/OI Division
05/65 to 06/67
tbrowning43046@ yahoo.com
Retired
Huntingtown, Maryland
It was the best time of my life. I was young and grew up a lot. I got off
before the Nam cruise. Thought I would be in Nam sooner that later so I
took the early out. I went back home to Nitro WV and worked for the
Charleston Daily Mail in the Coposing room. Went to DC and got a job for
the Washington Post starting out as a "fly boy" in the pressroom. Got a
job as an Electrician. Promoted to Foreman and then as a Maintenace
Manager of the mechanical shops. Retired 2005. I often wish I had stayed
on board for the Nam cruise. |
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Michael T (Mike D) Donohue
SK3/S-1
06/65 to 06/67
micdon4@ aol.com
Retired Banker
Palm Coast, Florida
Loved manning the Electronic Store room especially during Condition 3
situations. |
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Jim
(Maz) Mazrolle
Cpl./Marine Det. (Flag allowance)
06/65 to 09/67
jmazrolle@ sbcglobal.net
Retired - from Travelers Ins. -IT director
Windsor, Conn.
I wouldn't trade the time aboard the ship for anything. Anyone know the
wherabouts of Glen Brown or "TR" Beam?
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Charles (Chuck) Caldwell
SN/4th
06/65 to 08/67
ccaldwell@ internetmyway.com
Retired
Connersville, Indiana
Any body remember a Keniston? |
 
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Henry
W. Heisey
GMG3/8" 55 Aft Turret #3
06/65 to 11/66
Retired Special Agent in Charge , Pa. Off. of Attorney General Bureau of
Criminal Investigation, Also presently in the USNR I
am a MACM assigned to NRC Charlotte N.C. I am the CMC
7800 Abington Dr. Kernersville N.C. 27284
I wish I could relive that North Atlantic Cruise one more time and the
many trips to the Caribbean. |
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Sidney
P. (Skip OR Stoney) Mudd, Jr.
LTJG/3rd to 7th to Side Cleaners / Assistant First Lieutenant
06/65 to 07/67
spmj0007@ yahoo.com
Freelance Writer / Creative Director (after 30 years with a couple of
international ad agencies)
Suite 1A, 22-28 Sai Wan Ho Street, Shaukeiwan, Hong Kong
Can't bring myself to open the scrap yard page. What a Lady!
(Does anyone know the whereabouts of Dick Culbertson?) |
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Charle
M (Mike) Bowman
EM3/ E Division
06/65 to 11/67
cmbowman@ duke-energy.com
Zone Engineer Duke Power Co/Retired
Granite Falls,N.C.
I only recently discovered the web page. I have enjoyed seeing several
names of shipmates I remember. I think many times of our great ship and
the friends I will never forget. |
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John (Pulver)
Frederick
LT/PIO
06/65 to 05/67
jcfred880@ aol.com
Writer/Producer
Lake Sherwood CA
Loved my time on the News...left when I had my designator changed to
Public Affairs...Came back as PAO for Second Fleet on USS
Springfield...Ended up in Hollywood..became a writer and producer...made
fifty or so documentaries..films with John Wayne, Dick Van Dyke..Bob Hope
and many others...Became CO of the old John Ford movie unit....Combat
Camera Group and retired as a Captain...Owned a successful
production/distribution company..still making movies.... |
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Earl
(EB) Brien Jr
FN/R Division
06/65 to 04/67
ebbrien@ cox.net
Retired shipyard Mgr
Des Allemands LA
Would like to here from any of the shipmates that remembered me . I worked
out of the pipe shop & did a lot of work in the engene rooms , fabing &
repairing steam lines ect . I know some of the guys that worked down there
( BT & MM ) may have remembered me . I was a BT @ on time before
tranfering to R div . So if there is anyone that remembers , let me here
from you ! |
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Bruce G.
Sturtevant
SFM3/R Division
06/65 to 01/67
sneakers50@ aol.com
Tractor Trailer Driver for United Parcel Service for 38 years
Fairhaven MA
I was 17 young and dumb when I came aboard, left in Jan. 67 to go to
shipfitter school in San Diego, and from June of 67 to march of 69 was
assigned to the USS Reclaimer ARS42 Pearl Harbor |
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Karl R. (Wolf) Wolf
SH3/Ships Service
07/65 to 06/67
lrakflow@ yahoo.com
Estimator for Defense Contractor
South Setauket, New York 11720
Well now have Lt. DeLong onboard, Where are the rest of you guys.
Johnson? Rasmussin? I've got the Pinochle cards
and the 3.2 beer. |
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Ronald (Ron) Sauer
RD3/OI
07/65 to 08/68
ronsauer1@ gmail.com
Retired police officer
Charlotte NC
Great cruises both NATO and WestPac would love to hear from shipmates.
Good times were had! |
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James
F. Bowling
LCPL/Marine Detachment
07/65 to 07/67
Audio Visual Manager of Local Community College
Martinsville , Virginia
My most enjoyable duty in Marine Corps was the 2 years I spent
on CA-148.Never forgot those Hot Dogs served to over night
watch. Although they hit the spot I still wonder what they were
made from. My duties were Brow, Brig, Corporal of the Guard,
Marine Barber, Ships laundry, Captain's Orderly, Flag Driver,
and Drill Team. Not to mention all the brass and deck polishing
plus cutting hair on about 40 jarheads about every three days.
Never forget: The cruise in Artic circle in 1966 or 67 when GQ was called
at about 0300 to meet the Russian (Bear) aircraft
with all guns locked on and I ended up on starboard/forward 3"/50's
in shower shoes. Playmate Flag officer's party on board
ship anchored off West Palm Beach. Female stowaways from
Hamburg, Germany to Portsmouth, England. Some of the best times of my
life. |
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Bruce
Houghton
BT3/B Division
07/65 to 08/66
bwhoughton@ msn.com
Delivery Driver with Precision Electric
Vancouver WA
After working at Alcoa for 18 years in Vancouver, WA, my family and I moved to
Wenatchee, WA. I now have over 30 years at Alcoa and will be looking forward to retirement. We enjoy hunting,
fishing, boating, raising golden retrievers and model railroading. I am trying to find and get
a-hold of William Holt BT3 his last address was in Denellen NJ any help would be thanked. I
would like to get my hands on a cap with the ships picture and one of the original
belt buckles |
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Fred
( Snipe ) Murden
MM3/M Division
07/65 to 07/69
non-service connected disability/ex biker
Collinsville IL.
Would like to here from other MM,s that worked in engine rooms #1 thru #4.Especially Gary or
others that remember me. |
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John
L Herweyer
SFP3/R Division
07/65 to 08/66
Business-Ziebart Rustprotection-Retired
Middleville, MI
A lot of old memories are brought back and good stories of great times. |
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John
L. Mountjoy
BT3/B Division
07/65 to 07/67
mountjoy@ voicenet.com
Child Care Supervisor
Honesdale, Pennsylvania
Many enjoyable times with fellow BTs'. W. Parker, C. R. Brewer, Bob
Keeler, Webster, Greer, Pappy Rhoades and others. |
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Donald
Paul Anderson
SN/Sidecleaners
07/65 to 07/68
DANDERSON749@ CFL.RR.COM
Retired Electrician/Now Com. Fisherman
Titusville, Florida 32780
Want to hear from old friends |
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Robert
(Bob) Neider Jr.
SN/3ird Division
07/65 to 06/67
assmbler rimrock corp
COLUMBUS OHIO |
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Harry
(skip) Houp
MM3/M Division
07/65 to 06/67
alllskp@ netscape.net
early retirement
columbia station ohio
just found this sight. Glad to see so many old buddys on it. |
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Richard R. (Dick or
Seg) Seggerson
YN3/EX/7th
08/65 to 06/67
rseggerson@ woh.rr.com
Chemical plant operating technician
Lima, OH |
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Harold Patrick Pulver
SN/Fox
08/65 to 06/66
Kpulver@ taconic.net
construction contractor
P.O. Box 285 Canaan, New York
Retired from navy reserve 1994 at rate of OS1 Worked for GE for 13 years as an illustrator/tech. artist. |
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Joesph
(Joe) Yakscoe
BM2/ 3rd Division
8/16/65 to 8/12/69
Yasthunder@ aol.com
Township Road Master
Cochranville, Pa
Interested in talking to old shipmates. |
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Jack
A Wolfe
BM1/1st,Honor BM,7TH div.
08/65 to 07/67
JW2543@ MSN.COM
Retired
Billings Montana
I reported on board while the ship was in the ship yards , in Portsmouth
VA.Reported to the first div. After we left the yards I was assigned to
the 2nd fleet as the honor boatswain mate with 8 grate side boys , and 8
nice shiney night side boys. We kept them nice and shiney for Vice admiral
Masterson, and Vice admiral Kleber S. Masterson. 2nd fleet.Wnen I made
first class I lost my (Dream Job) and took over as the LPO of the 7TH div.
Seems like I had about a hundred men. We sailed to Guantamo,Cuba, San
Juan,P.R., Springboard,Firex, Springboard again, Bermuda, Clove hitch (off
Camp Lejeune N.C.,) West Palm Beach, Fort LauderdaleFla, Newport RI, New
york City,Annopolis MD, Exercise (Straight laced) Oslow ,Norway,
Copenhagen, Denmark, Hamberg Germany, Portsmouth, England, and back to
good old pier 7 in Norfolk, VA. I retired as a BMc in March of 74.I Sailed
in the merchants for 3 years and for 20 more as a lobster fisherman. 43
years on the Atlantic Ocean was , the best life a!
sailor could ask for. Now im looking for that fresh water lobster
here in the Yellowstone River in Billings MT. If you are a amiture radio
operator give me a call. Im (WF1S)If not E Mail me.
Dont delay shipmate We may not be here tomorow.
GOD BLESS SHIPMATES
CHIEF WOLFE |
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Lloyd Davis
SN/S3/Supply
08/65 to 08/67
dvcthy@ ctc.net
Retired
Harrisburg NC
Had a great time at Charleston Reunion looking forward to next one in
Baton Rouge. |
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Terry I Lay
SN/GM 8" & Deck nite work
08/65 to 06/67
bampa1945@ yahoo.com
Copland Corp. Retired
Wapakoneta OH |
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Arthur L Weaver
IC3/E Division
08/65 to 09/66
sandy955@ hotmail.com
retired navy, retired commercial electrician,
retired air conditioning/ refrigeration mechanic.
Wadley AL |
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Wells Hamlin
FTG3/Fox Division
08/65 to 07/67
cksalior@ bellsouth.net
Commercial property inspector retired
Cedar Key FL
Looking bavk, the time on ship was a great experience |
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Frederick
T. (Tim) Shafer
SN/Sixth Division
09/65 to 04/66
gmpyguru@ icdc.com
Minister
Aston, PA (Philadelphia) |
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Roland
(Dock) Dockery
RM1/CR Division
09/65 to 10/70
samhomeport@ aol.com
Retired
Arnoldsville, GA 30619
Had a great two cruises to Nam. Looking forward to hearing from the radio
gang. |
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David
W (Dave) Rodgers
FTG3/Fox Division
09/65
newhip55@ aol.com
maintenance building and grounds
Bridgeport Ct.
Gitmo cruise Nato north Atlantic |
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Rickie
W. Evans
EN3/A Division
09/65 to 08/67
Kwacked@ msn.com
Conductor , Norfolk Southern R.R. , 35 years
Roanoke VA
Came aboard while N.N. was in dry dock Portsmouth , VA. First assignment
was as fire watch for welder underneath N.N. First impressions last a long
time . Saw the whole enchalada , you might say , right away . ahoy mates .
Rick |
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Richard
(Frenchy) Desharnais
SN/3ird Division
09/65 to 04/66
Frenchynh@ Mac.com
Excavation Contractor
Pelham NH in summer SubicBay Phillipines in winter
My first duty station, Wouldn't miss the experience for anything |
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Clifford J Crowl
GMG2/5th Division
09/65 to 07/69
Crop duster
Altoona IA |
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Bruce E Patterson
BMSN/3rd Division
09/65 to 02/67
bethel66@ verizon.net
Property Claim Adjuster - Donegal Insurance Co.
Wilmington DE
I was on board in 65-67, my memory getting bad, I
was in the 3rd division. I picked up the News up after a TA at Little
Creek Amphibian Base from boot camp. We went out on N/A Cruise with the
Independence, then to Portsmount England then Copenhagen, Bergen Norway up
the Mississippi to New Orleans where I got my first tattoo. I was on the
Santa Domingo incident. GQ was the third turret in the powder magazine.
Pass the bucket please. Used to hang out in the aft radar mount when not
on duty just to see what was going on. Night watch station of Aft
Starboard fan tail, dam dark back there. I remember getting bused by a
Russian MiG. I used to have some great movies of us re-fueling the
destroyers and even one when the line broke. First wife took them never to
be seen again. The only thing I have left is my original ships patch. |
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Ronald (Mac) McGowan
GMG3/2ND DIV. Turrett 1 Left Gun Capt.
09/65 to 09/68
rmcgowan002@ new.rr.com
Manager Retail
Oshkosh , Wisconsin
The time I had spent on the Newport news, was the best time of my life.
When I retired from the Navy In 1986, I still had always looked back on
the time I spent on her. I still remember Charlie Rhoades, Harvey Sanders,
and Robert May. They taught me a lot and I will never forget them. I also
can not forget my brother away from home (Erwin). |
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Harold Ivan (Buck) Buchans
FN/Engineering
10/65 to 09/66
Instrument and Control Supervisor Southern Nuclear Company
Vidalia, Georgia
Long days and Long nights in the Number 2 Engine Room. I remember Gitmo
and the Shakedown cruise the 8 inchers' firing. Warm days in the
Caribbean. |
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Richard (Ram) Meyers
CD3/R Division
10/65 to 08/67
sheriffmeyers@ xta.com
Sheriff of Winnebago Co. IL
Shirland, IL |
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Don Flibotte
SFP2/R Division
10/65 to 10/68
dflibotte@ ne.rr.com
Plumbing & Heating Contractor
Keene, N.H. |
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Charlie B PerDieu
FN3/A Division
10/65 to 08/67
ussnewportnews65@ aol.com
Electrician
Madison Heights VA
Hey guys get in touch |
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James A.(
Slim Whitman) Whitman
GMG3/Fox Division
10/65 to 09/68
slimdaddy1945@ excite.com
Cryovac Division
Cedar Rapids,IA
Worked in Weapons office 1965-1968. Fired the first nine gun salvo from
Main Com room on Viet Nam 1967. 8"/55 |
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Reginald B
(Reggie) Marlatt
SK3/S-1 Division
10/65 to 07/68
regmarlatt@ netscape.net
Retired Detroit Police Officer
Picnkney, MI
What a blast those three years were aboard the Old Thunder. The great friends I had, Paul
Furman, Chuey, the Duck and many more. Shipmates for life. |
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Thomas
Dulaney Diffendal
SN/Side Cleaners/Ship's Sailmaker
10/65 to 07/68
diffendt@ tacom.army.mil
US Army Logistician - civilian
Detroit, MI, east side
Serving on the News is a point of glowing pride in my life. And to
think that when I flunked out of ET school I asked for a DE or Ocean Tug.
I notice that this is principally an FT site. My GQ station was the
T1 powder room. I also served T3 when I was in Thrid Div |
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Bob
Crisp
YN3/A Division
10/65 to 08/67
Division Manager
Minneapolis
Was a Yeoman in the Engineering Office. |
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Tim (Knobber)
Knopik
FTGSN/Fox Division
10/65 to 11/67
mrfiner@ peoplepc.com
Own a meat market
Excelsior MN |
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P J
Nappi
SN/2nd Division
10/01/65 to 07/04/67
Namco20@ yahoo.com
Coca-cola
Mahopc NY
to the good old days! say hello anytime |
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David
F. (Mousie) Michniewicz
YN3/EX/Administration
10/65 to 02/67
yncmitch@ aol.com
USEPA Region III Philadelphia/Retired Navy 33 years
Denver, Pennsylvania
I just retired after 33 years. I believe the greatest time spent in
the Navy was onboard the Newport News. It had a great crew.
It's my fondest memory. |
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Robert Lyon
CS3/S2 Division
10/65 to 06/68
chris@ toolsnow.com
Truckdriver
Lowry City MO |
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Angus Huskey
EMFN/E Division
10/65 to 5/66
angushuskey@ hotmail.com
retired bellsouth
Cullouika TN |
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John R. Eason
ETR2/OE
11/65 to 07/68
jeason913@ verizon.net
Service Manager - Bell Atlantic
Virginia Beach, VA
Would like to hear from Woody Morrison, Lee John Sweeley and Dave Jordan |
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James
A (Jimmy/Peaches) Petrea
EN3/A Division
11/65 to 07/68
Retired GFCXX Railways
Thunderbolt, Savannah
After I left the ship I went onto the railway and retired as General
Foreman in 1984. Mayor of the town of Thunderbolt 1980 to present. Would
like to hear from old ship mates |
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Sam
Cannarella
RM/Radio
11/65 to 08/66
Samcannare@ aol.com
Retired
Ohio |
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Benjamin C.
Littleton
SN
11/65 to 07/67
bclittle@ southernco.com
Utility worker
Centerville AL |
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Jeffrey (Ski)
Kruchkowski
BT2/B Division
11/65 to 09/69
jeffjpk420@ aol.com
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Branchburg, New Jersey |
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Donald J. Tolomeo
RD3/OI Division
11/65 to 08/69
tolo0101@ aol.com
University of Pennsylvania Police Department Cpl.
44 Forrest Ave Runnemede,New Jersey 08078 |
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Tom (TJ) Beyster
SK3/S1 Division
11/65 to 68
tjb642@ verizon.net
costodial engineer
Valparaiso IN
Would like to hear from S-1 gang or anyone from Viet Nam cruise |
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Mike (Mac) McMahon
EM/E Division Lighting
11/65 to 07/66
upmike@ sbcglobal.net
Retired
St Ignace Mi. On Beautifull Lake Huron on the Straits of Mackinac
When I got out of the Navy in 1969 I Returned to Mi. Whith My Wife and
New Daughter. Went to work in the Service Industry, Appliance service.
Opened my own business and went on to joinn a growing company in Mi .
called Discount Tire Co. Staying with them for 30 = Yeafs I retired out of
Dallas as A V.P. and Moved back to Mi again up to the UP over looking
Mackanaw Island on Lake Huron where I'm back to the water where now I'm
fishing and enjoying It has taken along time to find the site but it is
great to see all the past good and hard times of The NN it was a great
ship and great shipmates. Looking to see more of the old menories and
friends made. |
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Ken
Van Den Berg
SN/OS
12/65 to 08/67
kberg@ accn.org
Sales
Kalamazoo, Mich. |
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Alan
Miller
MM2/M Division
12/65 to 05/68
helalanct@ cs.com
Retired Engineering Manager for Bayer Healthcare
Newton CT
This web page sent me running for my cruise book to look for pictures.
Hope to see everyone in Boston.
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Ken
Sneyd
ICFN/E Division
12/65 to 09/66
kensne@yahoo.com
Electrical Engineer
Charlotte, Michigan
The NN was a majestic ship, at one time in the late '80s she was waiting
to go to Muskegon, MI and be used as a Lakeside Museum, apparently
politics got in the way. It was saddening to see the pictures of her
demise. I will always remember walking her teakwood decks, and the
sound of her guns. |
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Alejandro (Big Al)
Reynaldo
Sn/4th
?/65 to ?/66
Reykathy@ sbcglobal.net
100% Viet Nam Disabled. (In Country) 67/68
San Antonio, Tx.
Nato, Carrabean, Most Eastern Seaboard. Honor serving aboard Second Fleet
Flag Ship. |
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Larry A
Hamm
SN/7th Division
1965 to 09/67
Laceangl3@ aol.com
Warehouse Manager
Olathe, KS |
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Bill
Mauney
SN/4th Div./ Side cleaners
1965 to 07/68
brm@ vnet.net
Paramedic(15 yrs)- Medical sales & Service-semi-retired now
Mount Pleasant , North Carolina
Any 4th div. or side cleaners out there, let me hear from you. My brother
Larry would like to hear from you also. |
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Daniel
E. Hollinger
SN/3ird Division
65 to 67
danholli@ suscom.net
build compressors for navy ships
PA
God bless all the shipmates:) |
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tom (sab)
sabatino
mm3/m
1965 to 1968
tomnancysab@ aol.com
millwright welder
spring hill, tn.
I worked in eng. room #2 .I would like to hear from everyone fred
murden whats your e mail ad? |
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Dennis
Brooks
FTG3/Fox Division
1965 to 1966
papadeny@ yahoo.com
Home Handyman, Self employed
South Dennis,MA
I got on just after Cuba . What a ride in the North Atlantic.Love those
spot directors. |
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Steven (Ski)
Mileski
RDSN/Radar
1965 to 1967
smileski@ yahoo.com
Retired
Lansing Michigan
To all the good friends gone or forgotten. We had the best damn crew on
the best damn ship with the best damn ports in the best damn Navy! I would
love to do it again... |
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Ron
Boniface
FTG3/Fox Division
12/65 to 10/68
rboniface@ optonline.net
Retired after 36 years with AT&T
Randolph, New Jersey
Thanks to everyone involved in making this such a great website. It
brings back so many great memories and so many names that made up an
important part of my life |
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Ernest Willingham
EN3/Engineering
1965 to 12/66
verondaWillingham@ comcast.net
Apt maintenance and manager and locksmith
Sacramento CA
my Uncle Sammy Murillo died on the USS indianapolis CA-48 and My friends
father survived ont the same ship Robert Schaffer |
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Jerry Kreager
ETN2/OE Division
1965 to 1968
JKreager@ Kreagerbrothers.com
Indiana |
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Charles Sheldon
1965 to 1967
cella1970@ yahoo.com
Is there a way of posting my father's name so I can chat with anyone who
remembers him. I would like to know more about my father. He was on the
USS Newport News somewhere around 1964 - 1965 I know he met my mother when
the ship was in San Juan Puerto Rico. I even heard of him being in
Norfolk, Virginia. That is all the information I have. My Mom passed also
so I do not have anyone to ask.
Thanks Celia
Daughter of Charles Sheldon |
Deceased
11-07-88 |
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