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Have just returned from a visit to the New Jersey on
May 19th. I could not believe what a great job all the volunteers
have done in making the ship look so good. Shipmates, if
you ever have the opportunity to visit this Great Lady,
do it. Never realized the ship had undergone such massive
changes since I was aboard her in 1951-52. My wife & I thoroughly
enjoyed the tour and wish we could attend the re-union in
September.
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HM1 Pete Jensen USN(Ret) I served aboard the New Jersey
from 67 to 69. I was stationed in 'H' division and was at
Pre-Com-School in San Diego. During the time I was running
medical supply. I was transferred to FMF in 1969. I retired
from the Navy in 1984 and feel honored to be a plank owner
of such a great ship and crew. I hope to see you all in
September 2002.
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Just wondering if anyone remembers my Grandfather. His
name was Everett Perrin. He was from Minnesota and he worked
in the ship's print shop during WWII. Would love to hear
from you.
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I would like to know if anyone knew my father-in-law,
Arthur W. Gott. He served on the USS NJ BB-62 around 1950-1952
(I think). His station was S2 Division (the store). He just
came back from visiting his ship (6/1/02). I would love
to hear from his fellow shipmates or if anyone has any pictures,
etc. from that time. It would make a wonderful gift to him.
Please email at trgott@hotmail.com
. Thank you.
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Looking for George (Sunny) Watson. He was a Master Chief
Fire control Tech on NJ some where close to the last years
of the NJ. Please contact me.
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Looking for brothers war history
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Along with my wife, my daughter and two grandchildren
we finally got to Camden to tour the New Jersey. I had not
seen her since Nov 1956,and the closer we got the more you
could see some things had changed. The radio antenna on
the bow of the ship, the stacks w/ all the new superstructure
and of course the new fire power the missiles and the gattling
gun caught my eye. I had to chuckle at the new arrangement
of the mess decks and the racks. Pretty neat I thought.
Not all the decks are open, they told me that in July they
should have them open for visitors , I couldn't see my work
station so I'll make one more trip. IT WAS WELL WORTH
THE EFFORT TO SEE HER AGAIN , SHE LOOKED SHARP AND READY
FOR SEA.
The docsents were really doing a great job they made
the tour a lot more interesting. My camera messed up the
first day so I had to go aboard again ,they let me have
the run of the ship and I got some great shots. I had my
yellow card from the Veterans Inc and got the tour and then
some. We stayed in Philly and drove over to Camden, as you
cross the bridge keep in the right lane ,it will take you
right around to the ship. One more thing, when you leave
the ship if you want a good dinner, get on 95 SOUTH it will
get you to the Charter House Restaurant, right across the
river you can have a good meal and look out the windows
and see the BIG J. A neat site , at least we all got
a kick out of that. We all waited a long time to make this
trip I can honestly say it was a good time for my family.
I will go again the LORD WILLING , so good luck to all especially
all you former crew members ,and go if you get the chance.........
TOMMY J
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Hello, my name is John S. Keller, and I served aboard
the USS New Jersey BB-62, from re-commissioning in 1968
through to de-commissioning in 1969. I am currently a first
class pilot of ships of any gross tonnage on the Great Lakes,
and also a published author as well under the pen name of
Dunkin at the online publishing concern known simply as
Booksurge. Thought I'd add my name here to this wonderful
sight, and thank you for keeping the flame burning. I find
it rather strange, and wonderful both that I should find
this site just before Memorial Day as my own father died
on Memorial Day, and so I leave this poem of mine for all
fathers.
Father’s Memorial by Dunkin ~ My father and I never talked
much about war he his, nor me mine. ~ Death stared out his
eyes and he saw it in mine when I returned home but now
I, at long last recognized it in his. ~ War hadn’t made
us men it had killed us to humanity all those Santa Clause
hopes and tooth fairy tale illusions a trade for ugly never
afters petty indifference a diet now vindictive remorse
our pillows. ~ He showed me his drawer where the medals
were kept his, and his fathers both, and I placed mine next
to theirs before we locked them away. ~ I saw my dad’s first
tear then forming a glaze over blue irises it was his prayer
for lost friends comrades, or so he told me that day and
I prayed right along with him even though, in truth, I knew
that those tears were for my son suckling at his mother’s
breast.
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I served on the New Jersey from 1981 to 83. I was
a sergeant for the MARDET. I'm always looking for
old friends. I also run gunmount 55 .5 inch never
forget it had a bunch of old timers teach us how to use
gunmount from RCA .up in Port Hueneme.
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"""""""""""""""""""""HELP""""""""""""""""""""""""" The
USS LONG BEACH CGN-9 Association is developing a history
of the ship. As part of the history, the Association wants
to include photographs of the ship over the years. It is
recognized that those on other ships that operated with
LONG BEACH are the persons most likely to have taken photos
of the "other ship" steaming with them. Your ship operated
with Long Beach numerous times. If you took photos of LONG
BEACH, please get in touch with me so that I might obtain
a copy of your photo for our historical collection. USS
Long Beach is the ship with the "Big Box" for a superstructure.
Thanks for your help. Bill Gilbert, Historian USS LONG BEACH
Association 608 Old Tavern Circle Knoxville, TN. 37922 (865)966-3162
E-Mail sailor@chartertn.net
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Great idea. Keep up the good work. Raymond
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As being a former crew member(1981-1984), I really like
having this website. But I do have a complaint I was trying
to order the Ship's ring and an error occurred after I submitted
the order & I lost the link to the site.
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AM LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES WHO SERVED WITH MY HUSBAND DURING
THE NAM TOUR, FENTON W. TERBUSH WHO PASSED AWAY FOUR YEARS
AGO TODAY, WE HAVE TWO GROWN SONS AND 5 GRANDCHILDREN, I
AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING THE SHIP AGAIN THIS SUMMER
AND IT WILL BE THE FIRST TIME FOR OUR SONS.
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I WAS IN THE USN FOR 20 YEARS 1979 TO 1999 AND MADE IT
UP TO A OSC(SW). I WAS ON 4 GREAT SHIPS. USS SHASTA AE-33
(1979 TO 1982). USS NEW JERSEY BB-62 (1985 TO 1989). USS
HOWARD DD-984 (1991 TO 1994). USS CARL VINSON CVN-70 (1997
TO 1999). OSC(SW) 1979 TO 1999 GOLD
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Wow it has been a long time since I sailed with the "Jersey
". I was aboard late 88 til early 91.
I am looking for the following people ( Or anyone else
who remembers our time in the Philippines)
1. Any of the " Regulators " ( you know who u r ) 2.
Lance Schoenbaum the rest of these are their ranks at the
time 3. SM1 Gallahan 4. SM3 Casey 5. SM3 Cohn 6. SM3 Pritchett
7. LTJG Gravatt
I thought until I hit this site that she was still in
WA. I am so glad that she is finally getting the respect
she so deserves ( since we all know why she didn't get the
surrender pact, Thank you very much Truman)
I tell my wife about the greatest sleep I ever got and
it was aboard the New Jersey. It was on the signal bridge
in the Aleutian islands and I just got off a mid watch.
The sky was as clear as you can get. I leaned up against
the grate that came up from the boiler while watching the
stars bob back and forth and passed out.
I am glad to see reading this site that I am not the
only one who didn't get to say a proper good bye to her.
I guess we all thought she would be immortal and we would
see her on the news in the future defending freedom somewhere,
again.
Well I guess I need to figure out a way to get to the
state of New Jersey so I can see her.
In the words of our Captain at that time W.E.T.S.U (
We eat this s*%t up )
Thanks,
Black Angel ( SMSN Baumgartle )
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My uncle Was On New Jersey (1950 to1953) During Big K
War. He now Lives in Philadelphia, PA. His Name Is
William V. Campbell Jr. His address Is 5644 Montrose
St Philadelphia, PA. I am thinking about coming to see the
Ship with him and my family this summer. I Live In Anchorage
AK. Send him Info. about REUNION In Sept 2002. Thank You.
William J. Campbell 1010 Latorche St Apt # 3 Anchorage,
AK 99501
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Very good site. I made the Viet Nam cruise. Hope to hear
from someone.
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Looking for Frank Surber served on USS New Jersey in
1945. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
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Didn't have a e-mail address when I first logged on first
time.
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My dad (Larry Collins) was a crew member of the USS New
Jersey during the Korea War. He tells us the story of the
crew member who died, he was standing next to him when it
happened. Anyway, my dad past away a few months ago. In
going through his stuff we found a lot of information on
the New Jersey and the USS Newton (his training ship). News
papers photographs, logs, Ship newsletters, etc. I hate
to throw this stuff away. Is there any place to donate,
it might be worth something to them. Any suggestions would
be appreciated.
Tim Collins
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Looking for company 885 graduation and 1952- 1954 cruise
books
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I'm not the only battleship sailor in the family. I have
an uncle who served aboard the MO in WW2 he was onboard
during the Japanese surrender. He was a gunnersmate.
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I do have a few mementos from the time I had been on
the New Jersey. I have a ship coffee mug, ships Patch, the
final edition of the ships newspaper and ships stationary.
If anyone wants a copy of the newspaper of it I will E-mail
it to them. I am thinking attending the reunion this year.
I will drive since I am so close. Steve Rieger BM2 USN(retired)
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Fellow Shipmates, If any of you fine Gentleman, Aviation
Department (Airdales) WWII - Korea AV-Div. Have a few pictures
of your planes with catapults, Could you please mail them
to Ed Campbell, WebMaster at 2354 Mountain View Court, Fairfield,
CA 94533-1081. Reason being to have some pictures
of our Aviators on our web site for viewing. Thank You Larry
K.
- Name: Sandra Heckel, granddaughter of Salvatore
J Scarpace
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My grandfather stepped aboard the USS New Jersey in August,
1944... Salvatore James Scarpace (Radio Tech 3rd Class (T)).
As far as I know he only served approximately a year, but
he had many good times and memories. Unfortunately my grandfather
died over 5 years ago, due to complications from crippling
arthritis and never saw the USS New Jersey come out of mothballs
and be turned into an American Museum. I would love to hear
from anyone that knew him or served closely with him. His
wife and children are all healthy and thriving, which Sharon
is my mother. Agnes, his wife, is well and still living
in Missouri. My husband, CTA2 Brian Heckel, is active duty
Navy and we are presently stationed in Hawaii, living in
all of the natural beauty it has to offer and taking in
all the WWII memories. Please respond to
heckelfamily@webtv.net
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Just visiting, but will be back soon.
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was crew member 1954-55-56,B-DIVISION
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R.W. Forbes DC2 served aboard the NJ during the Vietnam
war. I was the 7th person to come aboard in Philly
and departed NJ on Dec 2 1969. Would like to know if Capt.
J. Edward Snyder is still alive and well. I hope so, he
was a fine man. also, where can I buy a NJ hat. thanks
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I am looking for fellow FM Division crew members who
served with me from 1943 - 1946. I am going to the reunion
in September and would like to hear from any of my shipmates
or their family members.
Bill Ryan
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I like this Big"J" web site. If any of you remember me
I had been in Fifth division from 11/89 to 2/91.
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My Uncle, Lloyd J. Hawkins doesn't have e-mail so I am
writing for him. Lloyd served on the USS New Jersey from
1946 to 1947. He was a F/1st Class, #3 main engine control
as a throttleman. He would like to hear from old shipmates.
E-mail me your name, address and phone # or call Lloyd at
615-889-5196. Lloyd was from Livingston, Tennessee, Overton
County.
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SMC RET. ROBERT J. WILLIAMS WAS KNOWN AS WILLY 2 ON THE
BIG E FROM THE COMMISSIONING IN PHILLY TILL WE GOT BACK
FROM VIETNAM. MARRIED RITA WHEN IN LONG BEACH IN 68. STILL
MARRIED HAVE FOUR CHILDREN. LIVE IN NORFOLK SINCE I RETIRED
FROM USN.
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A warm New York welcome to all my S-3 division shipmates
who served on board The Big "J" from Dec 1967 to Dec 1969..Drop
me an e mail note and will see all of you at the 2002 reunion.
Would like to hear from SH3 Larry Burke and SH2 Jim Carrien..Ahoy
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Just wanted to update my new e-mail address. Also I received
my Jersey Bounce today and boy, what a nice bumper sticker.
Will proudly display it above my Louisiana Navy Veterans
plate. Thanks, Chuck Lyons
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I just finished reading the Jersey Bounce and I really
got a kick out of the articles . The info on the upcoming
reunion I thought to be very informative and should help
put the pieces to the September reunion together very nicely.
My family has a trip planned this coming May and I'm not
sure I can make it in Sept but I'd like to . I haven't seen
this old gal we all hold so dear to our hearts since Nov
of 1956 so I am looking forward to seeing her one more time,
and maybe get lucky enough to see some of the old gang...
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To all other era shipmates please keep me informed of
who's and how many are going. So far the those that have
let me (by computer) know, are as follows;
LEBANON CRISIS /PERSIAN GULF = 8 + 8 Guest = 16 VIETNAM
ERA - 1969 = 41 + 211 Guest = 252 KOREA CONFLICT - 1957
= 36 + 44 Guest = 80 WORLD WAR II - 1948 = 25 + 55 Guest
= 80
Now this does not mean that's all that's coming. I know
there are those not owning a computer so these are just
ballpark figures.
Resp. Larry Kalakauskis, Liaison Officer
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To my Vietnam Era Shipmates. Hey Guys, except for the
40 of you that I have already tabulated. If you are contemplating
on going to the reunion at Cherry Hill Sept. 12 - 15, 2002
will you please let me know how many of you are coming and
how many are coming as your guest so I can have a listing
of who's who for us. So far including your family and guests
there are about 250 attending for a ball park figure. Thank
You Larry K.
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Reported aboard 33 years from the last time I her. Wow
what a thrill. My wife and eldest daughter were both with
me. I had a VIP tour above and below decks. I was the ship's
artist under Captain J. Edward Snyder in 68-69. I went in
search of my art work, to my dismay most had been removed
or resurfaced. However I was asked to come back and redo
the original work (I will be back to do just that.) I went
from the XO's quarters down one deck and forward all the
way to the chain lockers in the bullnose. We toured turret
one, fond memories, my daughter was taken into the gun rooms
to get that up close look. Meanwhile my wife and I were
introduced to the Admiral of the site. All in all one great
day. Weather was cold 32 degrees, wind was 18-22 knots,
water was white caps with swells of 2 1/2 feet. Looking
forward to a warm day to return and kiss the decks again.
"Spearhead" Loomis
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ON 19 MARCH 2002, I FINALLY GOT TO TOUR THE BIG J. I
HAVEN'T BEEN ABOARD SINCE FED 1954. THE SHIP LOOKED GREAT,
ESPECIALLY FOR BEING 59 YEARS OLD. IT BROUGHT BACK MANY
MEMORIES. MY WIFE JOAN AND I, HAD THE GREAT LUCK OF HAVING
JOHN MILLER AS OUR TOUR GUIDE. HE POINTED OUT THE MANY CHANGES
TO THE SHIP SINCE THE SECOND KOREAN CRUISE. WE REMINISCED
A LOT, SINCE HE WAS SERVING ON A DESTROYER IN 1953 IN THE
SAME AREA. WHEN YOU GET TO TOUR THE SHIP, I HOPE YOU HAVE
THE GOOD FORTUNE TO HAVE JOHN MILLER AS YOUR GUIDE. HOPE
TO SEE MANY OF YOU AT THE 15TH REUNION(MY 1ST) AT CHERRY
HILL AND ON BOARD THE J. JOE SILVI0 6TH DIV 1953-54 JOESILV
NJ@aol.com
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My Grandfather, James Murray Rummel served on the New
Jersey in 43-44. He worked in the Radio Room. If anyone
remembers him, please email me.
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I viewed the opening bow shot on the home page and I
believe that was taken May 1968 just before we entered the
Panama Canal. I was BM3 then, and was coxswain on our 30'
whale boat and was ordered to take Neil Leifer on board
while we were underway and approaching Panama Canal so he
could get some interesting bow shots on film. He was sure
nice to work with for a civilian. Mark Searle BM2
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What's up, shipmates!! Haze grey and underway!! A day
without water is like a day without sunshine, and a day
in port is a day wasted!!
I served Nov 1984 to Feb 1987 in E Division. The sound
Powered Phone Sop and Forward IC were my home, although
I did three tours mess cooking. Lt. Izimoto and ICC Mota
were the bosses...
Looking for all IC personnel who served during that time.
Shoot me a e-mail and lets have some laughs!!
Regards from a former Battleship sailor,
Keith A. Ward (IC3 Ward)
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LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY BROTHER RICK GRAY. HE
SERVED ON THE SHIP FROM 88-91 IN THE E DIVISION HE DID THE
RECOMM. AND THE DECOMM. THE NAVY WAS HIS LIFE FOR 22 YEARS.
HE JUST PASSED AWAY IN NOV. 2001. I JUST WOULD LOVE
TO KNOW THE THOUGHTS OF ANYONE WHO KNEW HIM. PLEASE E-MAIL
IF YOU CAN HELP.
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Greetings to all my former shipmates(81-84)and all former
"JerseyMen". Retired in '87 after 27 years at San Diego
and am now living in central Mass. FYI there is a memorial
dedicated to the Mass. veterans killed in Lebanon. It's
right on the waterfront, and really well done. I still keep
in touch with Judy Gorchinski (on the left coast), especially
every October 23. Does anybody know the whereabouts of GMC
Smith(Smitty), our first mess caterer who helped me and
my crew build and decorate the CPO Mess? I know he left
before the "Shakedown Cruise" due to heart trouble. Last
I heard of MMCM Benton he was on the security force at the
Marine Memorial Hotel in San Francisco. Remember its not
how old you are, its how you are old. Take Care!
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Like your site, I am a Tin Can Sailor USS Black DD-666
55-59 GMSN My big brother was on the New Jersey in
the 50's I think about 52- 53 he was a FN. His name is Charles
Huntington.
Gr8 site Treeman
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I would like to purchase a copy of the Dreadnought Returns
and The Dreadnought Farewell.
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I came aboard two weeks before the shakedown cruise.
I left from Subic in 86 after sky 2 and the 5 inchers scored
11 ttb's out of 28 rounds and sky 3 hit the target. When
at 2 am the night before their range unit was a 1,000 yards
out of adjustment, I remember Master Chief Long down in
forward plot milking the mark 1 able for everything it had.
Now 11 ttb's out of 28 rounds is good if you remember that
the mk25 radar had a 80 yard range notch and I think the
round had to be within 20 or 30 yards of the target to go
off. The only thing I missed beside the crew of the Jersey
is the gunnery exercises. But like the rest of you I will
never forget The morning on watch when the Marines were
bombed. And how great the crew of the Jersey was. When I
think about all the people I knew, I cannot help but hope
that all of you have done well in life, some have moved
from the U.S to places like Tasmania. Laduke. Others I talk
to weekly or every few months. If anyone from FA division
is out there drop me an email.
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I served on board the New Jersey from Jan 1989 to decomm
Feb 8 1991 and have the ring to prove it. Out of the 20
plus years in the navy being stationed on board a battle
ship tops them all, and it being the USS New Jersey makes
it even better. And to top that is to take the chiefs test
and make it on a battle ship. MMC (SW). Last year was my
first BB62 reunion which was held in Branson Mo. For those
who serve on board her from her last recomm. to her last
decomm. and did not no or could not make it you missed a
good time. If you remember all the sea stories about the
new jersey you heard I'm here to tell you I met the guys
that started them. And they got some you have not heard
before, I was proud to shake their hands and drink a beer
with history. All I can say is if you can make it to Camden
for the next reunion this is the one to be a part of because
we take over the ship for a day. Hope to see some of the
last decomm crew there. fair winds and following seas.
John Hagen MMC(SW)RET 1991 DECOMM. CREW
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Served on the New Jersey from 1982 thru 1985 as a radioman
OC division.
- Name: BOUNDER 193 @AOL.COM
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SERVED ABOARD THE JERSEY IN THE 50,S 6TH DIV. ENS HARMMON
OFFICER. NOW RETIRED CAPT. HARMMON. HAVE A 1952 CHRISTMAS
MENU. LOOK AT IT EVER ONCE IN A WHILE.
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MY NAME IS JAMES A BRUNO. I SERVED ABOARD THE BIG
J FROM JUNE OF 1945 TO MARCH OF 1946.I WAS IN THE AV DIVISION.
WE HAD 22 MEN AND 4 PILOTS AND 3 SC/1 CURTIS SEA HAWKS.
I WAS A SEAMAN FIRST CLASS. I AM LOOKING FOR SOME
OF MY SHIP MATES WHO I HAVE NOT SEEN IN 54 YEARS. BOB KUNDE,
HENDRIX, POPISH, BUTTERWORTH, DIOTTE. I LIVE IN MILWAUKEE
, WISCONSIN MY PHONE NUMBER IS 414-744-6341. REVERSE THE
CHARGES , I'LL PICK UP THE TAB.
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REPORTED ONBOARD DEC. 1981 AS EN2 AND LEFT EN1 NOV. 1984.
WENT ONSHORE LONG BEACH PUT ON THE HAT. COMMISSIONED AND
DECOMMISSIONED WISCONSIN IN 1991. LAST THREE YEARS AT COMLOGRON
2 EARLE, NJ. RET. NOV 1994. FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS.
B.R. SMITH ENC USN RET.
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I'm looking to contact Matt Mattrella, his brother was
a shipmate of mine in the 50's, he doesn't have a computer
so Matt if you see this send me your E- mail address.
Tommy J
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Fred Burgos - HM2 H-Div 84-88 I was recently contacted
by a few of my "Brothers" who served with me during the
best years of my life. Steve Catbagan, P. J. Mahoney, S.
J. Springob, And P. K. O'Neil. I would to get in touch with
any of the other Medical Department Staff who served during
this period. If anyone knows of the whereabouts of Bill
Harry, John Tweed, Eric Gallien, Jeff Rankin, Wolfgang Volker,
Rich Grant, Glen Roland, Gene Dodge, Tim Hicks, Sergio Morariu,
Harold Wright, Ronald Young, Joe Hacker, or Aaron Thompkins.
Please refer them to this website and message.
To all the others who so proudly served on board the
Big J., Fair Winds and following seas.
Respectfully
Fred Burgos New York
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Sirs,
Visited the New Jersey over my Holiday break in December.
Was very impressed with tour and plan to return many times.
Guides were informative and very thorough. Answered any
questions in detail when asked.
Thank you for bringing ship to South Jersey.
Al Snyder
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Greetings fellow swabbies. I commissioned and decommissioned
her during the Vietnam war in engine room number 4. although
my mind has been ravaged by age and I don't recall too many
names any more, I will never forget the great times I had
with all my shipmates. The calls of port like Olongopo City
with all the sounds, sites and very friendly women, the
rooster tail from the fantail while doing 30 knots, the
beautiful sunsets and sun rises, the Friday night smokers,
which I still carry a reminder of with my broken nose, but
most of the great bunch of guys in engine room 4. I never
thought I would miss it as much as I do. Love to hear from
anyone on board at the time.
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I was sworn in to active duty service onboard the USS
New Jersey (BB-62) on July 20, 1982 by my father CWO4 (Ret)
Richard A. Thomas, a former member of the crew during the
re-commissioning of the ship. I would like to end my career
where it started, on turret #2, USS New Jersey (BB-62) on
July 20, 2002 with my father.. I would also like to request
the flag flown over the ship on that day to place in my
shadow box. If this can be arranged, please let me know
or let me know where I have to go or who to talk to about
arranging this.
Thank You, Michael W. Thomas IT1 USN
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Does anyone know how many decommissioning rings were
made for the 1991 decommissioning?
- Name: Thomas L. Grau Box 843 Lomax Ill 61454
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I served on the Big J from 1954 till 1957. I will
never forget the time I spent on her. It was a sad time
when I left her deck for the last time. May the Lord be
with all my shipmates. Going through the ships log
I saw the names of some of the guys I served with. I ran
around with a guy named Johnny Grant. John and I went
everywhere. Jonny if you are out there give me a call
we can kick some old times around. The rest of you guys
give me a holler also. Hendrick. Hinson. Boark. I
hope I spelled the names right. There are a lot of you guys
I haven't mentioned but haven't forgotten. My E- Mail
is Iceman1938@Winco.Net
I am proud to have served with you and aboard the Best ship
in the fleet.U>S>S> NEWJERSEY>BB_62.
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WAS ABOARD OCT.83 - OCT.85. B-DIVISION, #1 FIREROOM,
BR-SHOP, #3 FIREROOM. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM OLD SHIPMATES.
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I was onboard from 1982-1987, assigned to NR3 and NR1
engineroom. Really enjoyed all the hard times. The long
westpac, etc
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We finally got our dates set for are trip to Camden so
I'm hoping that some of the guys can make it during May
16-17-18. We are traveling by Amtrack for a couple of reasons
, my wife does not like to fly and since I spent 25 years
working on a engine I thought it would be a fun trip for
all, my wife and daughter and one of the grandkids will
enjoy the train I'm sure. So any of you guys from S-3 div
years 54/55/56 I hope to see you then. I'm really looking
forward to seeing the Big J once again. Good luck and God
speed to all veterans no matter the branch.....
Tommy J
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Man I'm so glad to have finally stumbled along to this
site! To my fellow Jerseymen I Salute all of you, and want
to say how wonderful it is to be amongst you all again.
I've not been aboard her since we decommissioned her in
Bremerton,Wa. Many years ago, after our return to the United
States. I've been in contact with a few of the old crew
from time to time over the years, but many have not been
found by me. Hopefully that will change. What a great site!!!!!!!
Thank you for all your work. I <S> salute all.
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Served on board from 1953-1956 My work station was in
one the boiler rooms aft portion of ship.
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I served on the USS NEW JERSEY IN 1955 and 1956 I was
wondering if anyone out there also may have been on at that
time that could e-mail me or send some kind of info......
JAMES M. RAWLS
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Looking for a contact of Rear Admiral Edward Fahy. If
anyone has any info please email me at
renato32d@netscape.net
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My father served on the New Jersey during WW2, I was
stationed on a destroyer from 1970-1974. This has given
the chance to understand a little more of what it was like
for him. His name was Francis Flintoff, I believe he was
a GM or TM Thank-you Stephen Flintoff
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H Division 08/87 to 10/90
Hope to make Camden this year!
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PLEASE HELP ME FIND ANY INFORMATION ON MY UNCLE MARTIN
McCANS. HE PROBABLY WOULD HAVE BEEN ON THE SHIP AROUND 1950.
HE HAS BEEN DECEASED SINCE I WAS A YOUNG BOY AND WOULD LIKE
TO KNOW ABOUT HIM. THANK YOU
MICHAEL McCANS
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I was a crew member from 1953-1955. I was the ship's
butcher S1 division E4. Other ship mates Robert Weiss first
division, sail maker. For further contact, my home address
is 7400 Turtledove Ct., Las Vegas, NV 89129. I would like
to hear from former ship mates.
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I Previously left a message for anyone knowing of my
father Jack Donoher YN3 who served aboard the Big J from
55-57. He was in B Div in the Eng. Log room. Unfortunately
my email address left out the 'm'. I hope I haven't missed
any e-mails. It's great to read all the messages. Keep up
the good work! Vicki
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New Jersey duty assignment 1968-1970 I was with decom
fleet to Bremerton in 1969. I've since changed my
name from Robert Dougherty.
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Has anyone tried to receive information or a return call
from the NEW JERSEY Museum website? I have submitted queries
3 times without a response. If anyone out there has had
similar problems, let's hear it - maybe enough complaints
will get some action.
To all ex-X DIVISION 67-69 - Let's get to Camden in '02
- the more the merrier!
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email: scomb@sktc.net
Radarman in the K Division from 1951 thru 1954. Please
send me information on joining the association.
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This may be late, but it is never to late to wish everyone
a happy new year. I hope to be at the reunion in and aboard
our ship. Hope to see some of the old crew then. Your shipmate,
ARNOLD
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Just a note for those interested: A copy of "Dreadnought
Returns", By Neil Liefer, is available on the Amazon.com
auction. This is the book that documents the recommissioning
for Vietnam from Philly to the 1st day on the gun line.
There were 3 cruise books published during the Vietnam era,
this is the 1st. A copy of the 2nd book, "Dreadnought 68-69",
which was done by the crew, is also up to bid at Amazon.
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Am looking for any crew member who was in 6th div. in
68-69. Only one I have talked to is Gerry Millholen.
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Served aboard the Big J from sept.54 till decommissioning
Bayonne NJ57 R Divison Pipefitter
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To All Hands. If you are going to go to the reunion at
Cherry Hill New Jersey Sept. 12 - 15, 2002 Would you E-Mail
Me your alledges so I can have a ball park figure for seating.
Include yourself and guest you are bringing. This will help
out a lot. Information to be Posted in Feb. on Web site
but you will not be able to reserve hotel rooms until 1
April 2002. Larry Kalakauskis Liaison Officer/ Director
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#1 Engineroom LPO 81-85 with the best sailors I ever
served with... Phil Bradac, Jack lavoie where are you!!!
Hope to see all of you on the ship in Sept. 02!!!
MMCS(SW)Retired
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A former MM in "B" div. fireroom #4 during Vietnam era
1968-1969. Just surfing and ran across website thru Battleship.
Life member ABA.
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looking for an old friend by the name of L.H.Winn SN,
who was stationed at Yokosuka Japan, then was sent to school
to work in the laundry then reported for duty on the N.J.
late 1952 or 1953, any information on him???? thanks---------Mike
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It was 33 years ago today that I was injured in the shelldeck
accident in Turret # 3. Just wanted to pass along my heartfelt
thanks to those shipmates who were instrumental in saving
my life; all my buddies in # 3 who came to my immediate
aid to the ships doctor Dr. Denby and my crewmates who gave
blood. Hope to see many of you this coming Sept. at the
reunion at the ship so that I can thank each and every one
of you in person.
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Job well done
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I love reading any information about my old ship. I put
her in commission and left her in Tokyo. I was in the 5th
and ss div. Anyone that remembers me please let me hear
from you. I think the New Jersey deck log is a great way
of keeping in contact with our old buddies and news about
our ship.
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One more name of the guys I served with ,and would really
like to get in touch with, Bob Smith he came from New Jersey
. One regret I have is that when I left the ship I didn't
get addresses of the guys I served with from 54/55/56/ S-3
DIV. Fifty years sure makes a difference how we look at
this ole world.... 10 Hollow Tree
Ct., Hamilton, Ohio 45013.
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Navy Postal Clerk in the New Jersey 1967 to 1969, I still
think about all you shipmates. Hi X Div.
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This deck log is blessing, I am sure a lot of vets feel
as I do. I would like to hear from any of the guys from
the s-3 Div 54/55/56/ JIM FARRELL , HAROLD POWERS , DON
MILLER, JOE TUMINELLO , ART DOWNS , ANDY LAUDANO , ROMANO
MATTRELLA , EMILLO DIPENTIMA , OLIVER DOWNES, HARRY CLINE
HOWARD NEWHOUSE , HECTOR MARCANO, the list could go on but
at any rate any of you guys give me a shout ....
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1967-68-69 6th Div. Coxwain/Captn's Gig. Today, I received
a late Christmas present in the form of a phone call from
the former C. O., Capt. J. Edward Snyder, now retired Admiral.
Thank you Admiral, you have made my year.....
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I was in the RI division as a IC3. I was on the ship
in 68 and 69. Is there anyone that knew me?
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MY BROTHER JAMES D CLARK CS1 SERVED ABOARD HER IN WWII.
I CAME ABOARD TO SEE HIM IN I946. I WAS A GREEN RECRUIT
AT THE TIME AND SCARED TO DEATH WHEN I WALKED UP THE GANGWAY.
THE OOD GAVE ME PERMISSION TO BOARD AND PASSED THE WORD
FOR MY BROTHER TO LAY UP TO THE QUARTER DECK. HE SHOWED
ME THE GALLEY AND MESSING SPACES. I RETIRED FROM THE
NAVY IN I966. I HAVE HIS PICTURE OF THE SHIP HANGING ALONG
SIDE OF MINE.
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I JUST WANTED TO PASS ON SOME GOOD NEWS FOR A GOOD FRIEND
OF MINE . His name is John Thyen and a few days ago he was
the proud grandpa of 4 little swabs , AVA, SETH, EMMA AND
LUKE. ALL ARE DOING FINE..... If you have the time give
this old salt a holler -
jthyen-6617@aol.com
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Served on the Battleship from Dec '83 to Jan '86. Reported
on board as a BM1 and started out in 1st Div. with BM1 Edwards
and BM2 Jimmy Hann. We played guitars and songs like, "New
Jersey lighters, tee shirts and caps." In '84 made BMC.
BMC Anderson was my sponsor. :) Was moved to 4th div as
LCPO. 4th Div was a good division. Good bunch. As was 1st
Division. Will never forget my tour of duty on her. She
was and still is a great ship. Hope to hear from former
shipmates who may remember me.
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Served aboard the Big "J" from May 83 to Nov 87. Best
tour of duty I had. I would like to hear from anyone that
served in Medical during this time. I would also like to
find FC2 Bryce Peppard. If anyone knows his whereabouts,
please contact me.
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My father, Glenn Thomas Estep, was a cook on the USS
New Jersey during the 1960's. If there is someone that remembers
him, and possibly have pictures from the Navy scrapbooks,
please contact me at
riroc2002@aol.com . Any pictures will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
Sincerely, Randall E. Estep
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Former crew member 1954 till Decommision day in Bayonne
NJ 1957 R Division
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In my 30 year career I have served on many ships, I.e.,
DDE, DD, CVS, AO, AV, AFS, and BB-62. I served aboard the
worlds most decorated, and only commissioned battle ship,
from 1967-1969 through decommissioning. I was LPO, BT1 in
number 4 fire room. The New Jersey was, is, and will always
be what Firepower For Freedom stands for. I hope to see
some of my shipmates at the 2002 reunion.
God Bless and Merry Christmas
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Crewmember 1984-1988
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