USSVI MEMBERS ON FINAL PATROL - 1999
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Baker, John E.
Shipmate John E. Baker (Age 66) life member #2050 of 8636 SW 108th Street, Ocala, Fl received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on May 13, 1999 after a long illness. John is survived by his wife Lee R. Baker and daughters Wende Nelson, Loxahatchee, Fl, and Rande Bennet, Groton, CT, sons Craig Baker Niantic, CT and Graham Baker, Groton, CT one nephew and three grandchildren. He was a retired safety technician for Pfizer chemical,, was a member of New London Elks 6944, Moose Lodge 2356 and Ralph G Green American Legion Post. John was a founding member of the U. S. Submarine Veterans, Nautilus Base and had served as Treasurer. John was a Navy veteran of the Korean War serving as a torpedoman on the USS Runner-SS-476.
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Bennett, Jones
Shipmate Jones Bennett was called to his Final Patrol on July 31, 1999. Jones is survived by his wife Francine and daughter of 4070 Robert Allen Road, Douglasville, GA. Jones had some heart problems recently but was confident that he was on the road to recovery. He qualified on the USS Sailfish, SS-572 served on her from 1960 until 1963 and was discharged as an E-5. He was also a plank owner of the Grayback Base.
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Boido, Vincent J. Sr.
Shipmate Vincent J. Boido Sr, life member # 2266 of 5940 Jessup Dr, Zephyr Hills, Fl received his orders to his final patrol from the Supreme Commander June 10, 1999. He is survived by his wife and one son Vincent J. Boido, Jr, 55960 W Grand River, New Hudson, MI 481654. Vincent served on the USS Gudgeon, and the USS Tautog.
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Boyd, Ralph C.
Shipmate Ralph C. Boyd, life member #1334 and Holland Club member passed away on 16, 1999 after a long bout with cancer. He is survived by his wife Yvonne of 433 Sandalwood Drive, El Cajon, CA.
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Brown, George Valentine
Shipmate George Valentine Brown (age 92) of 9960 Blossom Valley Road, El Cajon, CA received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on June 29, 1999 after a long illness. George is survived by his wife Mrs. Also Brown. George was a Holland Club member, life member of USSVI and a member of the San Diego Base. He qualified in submarines in June 1928 aboard the USS 0-10 SS-65 as EM2 and retired as Chief Warrant Officer and attended most San Diego Base meetings. Val, as he was known to his many friends, was a great storyteller and many of his stories were published in the San Diego Base newsletter. He also served aboard 0-9, SS-65, O-8 SS-113, S-48, SS-159, S-15 SS-120, R-10, SS-87, S-14 and SS-91.
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Brown, Herbert
Shipmate Herbert Brown of 1839 Camino Verde Lane, Las Vegas, NV was called to his Final Patrol by the Supreme Commander on August 5, 1999. Herbert was life member 437 of USSVI and a plank owner of Base 51. Herbert served as MoM2c aboard the USS Queenfish SS-393. He is survived by his wife Judy and one son Alec. Without his dedication and help Base 51 would not have come into its own as quickly. He will be missed by all and was a friend to all.
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Burke, James
James Burke, born: 8/31/19 died: 8/3/99 (age 79) 33 Robin Dr., Middle Island, N.Y. 11953. Jim died from cancer at his home in Middle Island. He was a WWII Submarine Combat Veteran having 7 war patrols to his credit. He served on the USS Sailfish SS-192 and USS Archerfish SS-311. Jim qualified on the Sailfish in 1942. His rate was MM2(SS). Jim was very active in the WWII Submarine Veterans (Runner Chapter) and held several posts in that organization. He joined USSVI in 1968. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy and four children: Patricia, Roselle Ventere, James Jr. and Anne O'Neil.
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Coward, Robert M.
Shipmate Robert M. Coward, life member 1921 (age 78) of 217 Glenhaven Dr, Charlotte, NC received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on June 11, 1999. He is survived by his wife Ruby. Robert served aboard the USS Sculpin ss-191 and USS Perch ss-313 and qualified submarines 1943.
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Dunphy, Edward L.
Shipmate Edward L. Dunphy,,, life member # 2153 of 1635 Rich Avenue, Norfolk, VA was called to his final patrol on April 25, 1999lm He is survived by his wife Phyllis of 44 years, one son Ronald, two daughters, Ann Dale Powell and Grace Veronica Brown, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, one brother Joseph and five sisters,- Helen Frasco, Delores Karbach, Elizabeth Aman, Lorraine Miller and Mary Tamagno. Edward served aboard the USS Corsair, USS Pomfret, USS Polleck, USS Triton and retired as a Master Chief. He also was a member of the United States Submarine Veterans, Knights of Columbus Council 3548, Fleet Reserve Branch #40 and the Ocean View Democratic Club.
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Everette, James H.
Shipmate James H. Everette of 694 Hilldale Avenue, Haverhill, MA received his Final Orders from the supreme Commander on Januray 20, 1999. Jim was life member #1719 of USSVI Thresher Base and a member of the Squalas Chapter of USSV/WWII. Jim was a plank owner of USS Tench SS-417 earning the submarine combat insignia with two gold stars and the Asiatic Pacific medal with three gold stars. Jim is survived by his wife Helen of 53 years, daughters Donna Traficante, Karen A. Everette and Susan E. Dunbar and one son John Everette as well as many grandchildren and nephews and neices. Jim will be sorely missed by his many friends and relatives.
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Fregoe, Gerald M.
Shipmate Gerald M. Fregoe 77 of 22 Lake Drive, Shelter Island, N.Y. was called to his final patrol by the Supreme Commander on July 21, 1999 after a losing battle with cancer. He is survived by his friend Judy Bilello of Merrick, N. Y.
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Furu, Robert
Notification of the passing of shipmate Robert Furu - Life Member #205. First qualified on the USS Ray SS-271. Passed away 2-18-99. Wife Barbara at 800 Silverberry Lane, Bozeman, MT 59718.
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Gallagher, Charles A.
Our Shipmate Charles A. Gallagher, FTC(SS) USN (ret) and life member of USSVI received his final orders from the Supreme commander in December 1999. Charles is survived by his wife Lee Gallagher. He will be sorely missed by many.
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Hermann, Karl
Shipmate Karl Hermann of St Petersburg, Fl received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on 5 December 1999 after a four month battle with cancer. Karl was a member of Tang Base. Sailor rest your oar.
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Heron, Ernest
Shipmate Ernest "Red" Heron of 5244 W Cornelia Ave. Chicago, Il received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on January 28,1999. Red was a member of both SubVetsWWII and USSVI. Red is survived by his loving wife Dorothy. He served aboard the USS Segundo during WWII , "43-''44.
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Hoppe, LeRoy E.
LCDR LeRoy E. Hoppe, USN (Ret) received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on 6 April 1999. LeRoy wa an honorary Admiral of the Holland Club and was proud of his service on a pig boat. At almost 95 years of age he seemed to have grown tired of this world. When his second wife Katie, passed away 3 years ago seemed to be the beginning of the end for him.
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Johnston, Edwin
Shipmate Edwin "John" Johnston (73) of 59 Mitchell Street, Groton, Ct received his final orders from the supreme Commander on Nov. 21, 1999. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 until his retirement and was a veteran of WWII and the Korean war. He served with the underwater demolition team and aboard the USS Brownson, USS Spikefish, USS Treadfin, USS Fulton, USS tusk and USS Grouper. John was a life member of Groton Lodge of Elks, and a member of the Fleet Reserve in Groton, the Retired Armed Forces Association of New London, the Sacred Heart Church and an active volunteer with the Pioneer Hose Co in Groton. John is survived by three daughters, Donna Miller, Michigan, Deborah Johnson and Betty Roakes both of South Carolina, one brother John, one sister Adelaide Duffy, five grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a long time companion. Donations in his memory may be made to the Community Cancer Center, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London.
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Karren, Ned
Shipmate Ned Karren of P O Box 5450 Kualapauu, Hi received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on Dec. 1, 1999. He was an EMC(SS) and served on the USS Caiman SS-323, USS Scabbardfish SS-397, USS Cubera SS-347, USS Gudgeon SS-567, USS Raton SS-270, USS Grayback SS-574 and USS Seafox SS-402.
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Kernan, Jay
Shipmate Jay Kernan TM2(SS) of 8 Davis Avenue, Harrison, New Jersey was called to his Eternal reward on February 7, 1999. Jay served aboard the USS POLK SSBN-645 in 1967-1970. He was a plank ownerr of N J Base, past Base Commander and past NJ State Commander. Jay is survived by his wife Marianne. He had made a patrol or two with our National Secretary Tom Conlon. He and Tom married twin sisters in 1971 and their two sons were born two months apart. Jay will be sorely missed by his shipmates and his many friends.
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Keser, Frank J.
Shipmate Frank J. Keser of 2160 Jerry Ln, Lodi, CA was called to his Eternal reward on August 27, 1999. Frank is survived by his wife Louise, daughters Cheryl Peterson, Susanne Keser, Christine Phelps, Father Frank Keser and brothers Edward and Raymond. Frank was a life member # 1932 of USSVI and a member of Mare Island Base. He served on the USS Catfish SS-339 as TM 3/c (SS). Frank was a true patriot.
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Landahl, Richard A.
Richard A. Landahl, born: 12/26/46 died: 7/19/99 (Age 52) 19 So. William St., E. Patchogue, N.Y. 11772. Richard was suffering from lung cancer and subsequently died of heart failure. He is survived by his wife Judy and two sons, Mark, from Frederick, Md. and Peter, of Bermuda. Richard qualified on the USS Quilback SS-424 in 1967. His rate was MM2(SS). Following his military career he joined the Suffolk County Sheriff Dept. He retired from the Dept. in Aug. 1997. He joined SubVets in March 1994.
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McNamee, Eugene R.
Shipmate Eugene R. McNamee, National life member #581 of 1559 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on 8 April 1999 after a long battle with cancer. Eugene is survived by his wife Joanne and children. He started his naval carrer in a dive bomber, later volunteering to submarines, qualifying aboard USS Sea Robin (SS407) in 1945. He also served aboard USS Ronquil SS-396 and USS Sculpin SS-590. He was a nuclear power recruiter in the 60's and 70's. As well as being a sub Vet life member he also was a Holland club member and a life member of San Diego Base. At one time he was post Commander of VFW Post 3787 in San Diego.
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Nagle, John B.
Shipmate John B. "Red" Nagle (age 70) of 416 Mill Street, Reedsville, WI was called to his eternal reward on June 21, 1999 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife Cecelia and one daughter Loretta Hardie and three grandchildren. John was a life member of both USSVWWII AND USSVI, a member of VFW Post 1928 Concord, CA, Veterans of Underage Military Service and a member of the Fleet Reserve.
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Pace, John T.
Shipmate John T. Pace (age 66) of 21012 107th Street, Bristol, WI received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on February 2, 1999. He is survived by his wife Geraldine and three sons, Kelley, Allison and Matthew. Johns ashes were buried at sea and his ashes were accompanied by his son Matthew. John was COB aboard the USS ETHAN ALLEN from 1963 until 1968 and he retired in 1972 as Chief Engineman.
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Pickens, Luman C.
Shipmate Luman C. Pickens received his Final Orders from the Supreme Commander on October 15, 1999. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Pickens, c/o Dorothy Trail, RR2 Box 3820, Winthrop, Maine and one son Jeff, one daughter Denise and several grandchildren. Lu retired from the Navy in 1999 and had served aboard the USS Cubera and the USS Pickerel and was Chief of the boat on the USS Trumpetfish.
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Pitowski, William P.
Shipmate William P. Pitowski, LMB 1618 and a member of the prestigious Holland Club passed away. He is survived by his wife Valerie and son William P. Pilitowski Jr. He had served on the USS BANG SS-385 and had attainded the rate of EM2. No other information is availabe at this time.
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Regan, James J.
Shipmate James J. Regan of 4 Champlain Drive, Old Lyme, St received his Final Orders from the Supreme Commander on 6 December, 1999. He is survived by his wife Oddny T. Regan. James served aboard the USS TORO SS-422.
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Rindge, Samuel E.
Shipmate Samuel E. Rindge of 54 Old Builbertville Rd, Ware, MA received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on February 2, 1999. He is survived by his wife Gloria. Sam served aboard the S-15 (SS-120) in 1943 and the S-13 (SS-118) DURING 1944. He will be missed by many friends.
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Rose, Robert E.
Shipmate Robert E. Rose of 8554 Pendragon, San Antonio, TX and a member of Stryker Base was called to his final reward on 23 February 1999. He is survived by his wife Pamela. He served aboard the USS Batfish SS-310, USS Odax SS-484 and the USS Jallao SS-368.
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Schirch, Roland J.
Shipmate Roland J. Schirch, a member of SUBVETS Groton Base, from Holyoke MA passed away on 15 July, 1999. Schirch was a SUBVET WWII and was a past president of the Baystate West Chapter SUBVETS WWII, and also a member of the prestigious HOLLAND CLUB. Shipmate Schirch served onboard USS ARGONAUT SS475, qualifying in Submarines in 1945. Roland Schirch saw action off the coasts of China, Taiwan, Korea and Japan. He was awarded the Submarine Combat Medal and the Chinese order of Military Merit. When he left the Navy he was a Seaman 1/C. Gulls veer no longer, Sailor, Rest your oar. No tangled wreckage will be washed ashore.
 
Schmidt, Larry Lee
Shipmate Larry Lee Schmidt, P O Box H273, Clearlake, CA. was called to his Eternal Reward on March 19, 1999. Larry is survived by his wife Glenna, Sister Jane, Brothers Jack, Jim,. and Douglas. Larry qualified on USS Trout SS-566 in 1959. He also served on USS Plunger SSN-595, USS Permit SSN-594, USS Kamehameha SSN-642 and USS H L Stimson SSBN-655. He will be sorely missed.
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Schultheis, Andrew J.
Andrew J. Schultheis, born: 11/10/18 died: 7/30/99 (Age 81) 79 Westwood Dr., Brentwood, N.Y. 11717 - Andrew died from Lukemia. He is survived by his wife Florence and two sons. Andy retired from the Navy in 1967 as a EMC(SS). He was a veteran of WWII. In the latter part of his Naval career he transferred to submarine duty. He was assigned to the USS Cavalla SS-244 and qualified in 1961. For 17 years after his retirement he made his living as a clammer on the Great South Bay. He joined SubVets in 1995.
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Schwartz, Joseph F.
Shipmate Joseph F. Schwartz received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on 10 December 1999. He is survived by his son Frank, who will cast his fathers ashes upon the seas. Joseph served aboard the USS Argonaut SS-475, USS Trunmpetfish SS-425 and the USS Redfin SSR-272.
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Simonini, Robert E.
Shipmate Robert E. Simonini, ENC (SS) life member #1643 of 1311 Gilmer Avenue, Tallahassee, AL was called to his final reward on 11 November 1999, Bob was also of the Nautilus Alumni and was a member of the Mobile Base. Bob is survived by his wife Bobbie and he served on the USS Sea Leopard SS483 as EN3, USS Sculpin SSBN-590, USS Casimir Pulaski SSBN-633 and USS Tecumseh SSBN-628.
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Stromquist, Wilbur J. E.
Shipmate Wilbur J. E. Stromquist life member #2587 and a Holland Club member received his final orders from the Supreme Commander on October 22, 1999. He is survived by his wife Alma. Wilbur served aboard the USS Scorpion SS-278, USS Sea Cat SS-399 and the USS Bergall SS-320. He will be sorely missed in the San Diego Base and by all who knew him.
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Taylor, Jon J.
Shipmate Jon J. Taylor of 1471 Pokeo St. Waipahu, HI received his final orders from the supreme Commander on October 8, 1999. He is survived by his wife Dolores. Jon qualified aboard the USS Tiru SS-416 and also served aboard the USS Greenfish SS-351 and the USS Blueback SS-581. Jon was a Master Chief.
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Tellis, Jerry L. 
Shipmate Jerry L. Tellis, 1400 Westbury Court, Lutherville, MD was called to his final patrol on September 18, 1999 after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Marge.
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Ullrich, Arthur K.
Shipmate Arthur K. Ullrich life member 1629 of 4903 Sierra Madre, San Antonio, TX received his final orders from the supreme Commander on 16 September 1999. He is survived by his wife Hellen. Arthur served on the USS Growler SS-215, USS Macabi SS-375 and the USS Blenny SS-324.
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Wagenbrenner, Blase F.
It is with sadness we note that Blase F. Wagenbrenner passed from this life Aug. 1999. He lived in Mt Pleasant, SC and was a member of the Charleston Base. He will be missed by his family and shipmates. Blase qualified on the CREVALLE SS-291 and served aboard the FLYING FISH SS-229, BILLFISH SS-286, BANG SS385, GREENFISH SS-351, POMPON SSR-267 and DARTER SS-576
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