This page contains the entrees from the old guest log prior to March 2008

Guest: Mac McManus     AboutGuest: Family Readiness Officer, Marine Corps Sys. Comman     Date: 3/4/2008 1:12:59 AM

 Served on the USS Reclaimer ARS 42 from Jan. '72 thru June '75. ______________________ MAC, WE HAVE 1 OF YOUR SHIPMATES ABOARD. PLS E-MAIL ME AT RDANA@NAFTS.com ________________________

Guest: Lee Staley ex RM2     AboutGuest: RM2      Date: 2/21/2008 8:57:52 PM

 Howdy shipmates. Served on the Moctobi (atf105) 66 thru 70 or there abouts. was my first ship out of RMA school. _______________________ Lee, did you receive my message about NAFTS? RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: "The Weasel"     AboutGuest: Deck Ape      Date: 2/15/2008 8:41:20 PM

 Great web site. Brings back old memories. I was on the USS Cocopa (ATF-101) from Sept 67 to Aug 68. Laying beach gear was and is the hardest work I ever did in my life. Didn't think I would ever go back to sea after the Cocopa, but I did spend the next 35 years with the Portland District Corps of Engineers in Hydrographic Surveys and Dredging Operations.

Guest: Joe Baier     AboutGuest: GM1, MAA, CMS alternate, OOD (inport), BO      Date: 2/15/2008 5:07:43 AM

 30 year Coast Guard retired. Served three years aboard the CGC Chilula (WMEC-153) as the GM1. Fired 150 rounds of 3"50 ammunition and only had one minor casualty. Came aboard in 1987 and left in 1990, six months before they decommisioned her. JOE DROP ME A LINE AT RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: JAMES H. WHEATON     AboutGuest: LCDR.USNRET.WW11,KOREAN AND VIET NAM VET.      Date: 2/9/2008 1:13:22 AM

 JAMES H. WHEATON LCDR.USNRET. 30 YEARS SERVICE WW11,KOREAN AND VIET NAM VET. __________________ AND SKIPPER OF USS CHOWANOC ATF 100,1969-71 _____________________ Thanks for logging-in, Jim

Guest: Frank R. Bartolotta     AboutGuest: HM2 USN Veteran      Date: 2/8/2008 1:20:07 AM

 I found this site and wanted to say that I am a Navy vet from Buffalo, NY. There is a place not too far from Buffalo called Port Dover, On Canada. It is an old fishing town on Lake Erie. I love going there, especially that they have at least 50 privately restored tugs. The owners use them for pleasure craft.THANKS FOR THE TIP RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Jim Colon em2 cocopa 56-59     AboutGuest: retired trucker      Date: 2/5/2008 2:07:16 AM

 relay to dean hermance I have Euudale Ringaard's e-mail If he e-mails me at jrcol@embarqmail.com I will send it to him

Guest: Jack Strafford     AboutGuest: Iam the park manager in Dufur.      Date: 1/31/2008 11:23:42 PM

 USS SIOUX ATF-75 1966-1968 USS UTE ATF-76 1968-1971 was a BM2 retired in 1993 as a CWO-4 SHIP'S bOS'N ANYONE SERVING THEN CAN CONTACT ME CAROLJACK@ORTELCO.NET. MY HOME ADDRESS IS PO BOX 115 Dufur, Or. 97021

Guest: Emmitt Grant,     AboutGuest: retired correctional officer      Date: 1/31/2008 3:43:17 PM

 Looking for shipmate from 67-71 Uss Chicago Uss Ranger Cva 61 Uss Tawasa Atf 92 after the navy, enter USCGR and reired after 26 years, email: gulfcoastscooter@yahoo.com ----------------------------------- now own and Run a Tattoo shop in Lower Alabama call PaPa Smurf Old School Tattoo

Guest: Denver L. (Denny) Gates Jr.     AboutGuest: Quartermaster      Date: 1/30/2008 3:53:40 AM

 Denver L. Gates Jr. QMSA-QM3 USS Mataco 67- 68 QM2 USS Lipan ATF-85 68-70 Retired CivilService,Lawrenceburg, Tennessee DENVER,WE ARE SENDING YOU A COPY OF TOWLINE MAGAZINE. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Frederick Olsen     AboutGuest: Chief Quartermaster      Date: 1/29/2008 3:27:44 AM

 Frederick Olsen, Chief Quartermaster, Chief Master at Arms, CDO,OOD January 1970 July 1971 _____________________ WHAT SHIP WAS THAT, CHIEF? RDana@NAFTS.com ____________________

Guest: ROGER L OWENS     AboutGuest: FORENSIC ENGINEER IN HOUSTON, TEXAS      Date: 1/26/2008 12:22:48 PM

 I SERVED ON THE USS NIPMUC ATF-157 ON HER LAST VOYAGE AS COMMANDING OFFICER SKIPPER, THANKS FOR LOGGING-IN. WE SENT YOU AN E-MAIL RDana@NAFTS.com _____________________

Guest: jeff darling     AboutGuest: retiree,ge,lynn,ma-31 years      Date: 1/23/2008 11:10:47 AM

 served aboard the uss utina atf-163 from 1966-68.my email is anchorclanker44@aol.com.hope to hear from you all. __________________ JEFF,SEE YOU AT PROVIDENCE IN OCTOBER. RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: jeff darling     AboutGuest: retiree ge,lynn,ma-31years      Date: 1/23/2008 11:06:07 AM

 i served aboard the uss utina atf-163 from 1966-68.i was a`bmsn.i was the main lookout on the ship for my two years.my life was up in the crow!s nest.have lots of good old memories.i hope to be at the next reunion in rhode island.see you all there.salute.

Guest: Jeff Robison (Robbie) EN2     AboutGuest: Top Watch A-Gang Fuel Oil Water King      Date: 1/21/2008 9:44:38 PM

 Servied on the USS Takelma ATF-113 Nov 1979- Feb 28th 1981 JEFF, PN2 Jimmy W. Lindsey, A SHIPMATE OF YOURS IS A NAFTS MEMBER. E-MAIL ME AT RDANA@NAFTS.COM

Guest: Don Rickwalt     AboutGuest: Live in Conroe, TX.      Date: 1/20/2008 7:44:16 PM

 Served aboard the USS UTINA (ATF-163). Ensign, Communications Officer, 1969-1971 DON, NAFTS HAS 18 UTINA MEMBERS. PLS SEND AN E-MAIL TO RDANA@NAFTS.COM

Guest: Jim Pelletier, Owner     AboutGuest: Marine Techniques Publishing      Date: 1/19/2008 2:27:22 PM

  Great Site. Just found you via web search.. Am a hawspipe engineer "deep draft" now retired and running since 1983 Marine Techniques Publishing. Selling great books and information regarding all areas of the merchant marine at: www.MarineTechPublishing.com Best always, Jim Pelletier, Owner Marine Techniques Publishing Suite 266 126 Western Avenue Augusta, ME 04330-7249 USA Phone: (207) 622-7984 Fax: (207) 621-0821 Email: ProMariner@MidMaine.com

Guest: Bruce Wilcox     AboutGuest: High school teacher      Date: 1/18/2008 10:20:37 PM

 My father Dwain Wilcox was a radioman aboard the USSTolowa AFT116 1/13/44 to 7/1946. I was trying to find more info.on his ship. Anyone out there from that era. Give him a call 970-464-0571Bruce Wilcox PN3 Viet Nam 69-70 nas da nang BRUCE, ICALLED HIM. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: H.P. "Butch" Butler, BMC Ret.     AboutGuest: Charleston, SC      Date: 1/18/2008 3:27:31 PM

 Served aboard USS Hoist (ARS-40) 1967/1968 as a BM3. We were in Rhodes, Greece for over 2 months when the USS Bache (DD-470) dragged anchor and grounded. The skipper then was LCDR Walt Kurtz. I retired as BMC in 1986.CHIEF,Ed Lefebvre was XO Rick Koenig was QM.PLS CONTACT RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Anthony Cote (Cote!!!)     AboutGuest: working of all things a heavy equipment mechanic      Date: 1/4/2008 3:38:01 AM

 Served on the Deliver (ARS-23) from mid 1975 to mid 1977 as a snipe type. had too much fun on our wespac. I served with a hellava good crew on a great ship. Is there anybody from these years out there? TWO NAFTS MEMBERS, E-MAIL ME, RDANA@NAFTS.com

Guest: Darrell Falls , South Carolina    AboutGuest: High Voltage Test Siemens Power Generation      Date: 1/3/2008 2:44:52 AM

 Still looking for Ship Mates from the cree 67 to69, I found Pete Ramsey and still need to find more ship mates, Darrell Falls EM3 darrellfalls@carolina.rr.com

Guest: Charles T. Payne (Ram Rod) EN2    AboutGuest: Leading PO Auxilliary Division      Date: 1/1/2008 7:25:44 PM

  ____________________ CHARLES, I KNOW BM JIM COGLEY, 1972. RDana@NAFTS.com _____________________ Served aboard the USS Luiseno ATF-156 from 1970 to 1973. She was a good ship and a great crew. The "Lucey Boat" sailed a lot of sea and towed a lot of ships and targets. We were used as a target once. Great trips to GETMO, Potra Rico, Bermuda, Orange ,TX, and Boston. Most "fun" was the trip pulling the Rosevelt to Orange TX after fighting a huricane for 3 days. We weren't sure we would make it.

Guest: Ron Thomas     AboutGuest: Boxerfan47@yahoo.com      Date: 12/30/2007 4:12:34 PM

 I served on the Papago ATF 160 as En3 from; 1966-1968. {remember the Liberty} We had good times as well as the bad, I'm looking for many of my shipmates such as Jim Makris; Frank Ruckinger and Ken Lofgren. MY name is Ron Thomas, E-mail: Boxerfan 47@yahoo.com

Guest: Nancy Sieber-Kaplan     AboutGuest: not sure of Dad's rank      Date: 12/27/2007 3:04:20 AM

  I am searching for the name of the ship my father served on. The only information I know is that it was an ATR16 from 1943-1945. Can anyone please assist with this? His name is Glenn Sieber. Please email me @ bullfrog2@tampabay.rr.com. Thanks.

Guest: Duaine Owings     AboutGuest: www.meetwithusonline.com      Date: 12/23/2007 7:42:13 AM

 Greetings: I am researching USS Hisada (YTB-518) from 1945-1947 looking for crewmates of my father-in-law, Joe P. Walden. If anyone has information on the crew during that time please email me at: duaine@bigplanet.com Tks~

Guest: jon michael hill en3dv2     AboutGuest: engineman (snipe) diver      Date: 12/19/2007 11:43:04 PM

 Jon michael hill en3dv2 when i served aboard uss moctobi 1973- 1975.met ship in guam,went to haiphong harbor oper "endsweep" tdy in subic for 2nd class dive train, west coast duty 1974,rode onboard 1st hydroplane uss highpoint,1 1/2 wespacs, left 1975 for 1st class dive train D.C. trnferred to uss safeguard JON, EN1 DON JONES IS A NAFTS MEMBER. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Jim Makris     AboutGuest: jim@opecheetradingpost.com      Date: 12/19/2007 2:53:36 PM

 I served aboard ATF-160, USS Papago ; Seaman; 1966-1967 (remember the Liberty) also served aboard ATF-157, USS Nipmuc ; Quartermaster; 1968-1969 Have many memories some good some bad! Interesting to find this site now...40 years later. Jim Makris jim@opecheetradingpost.com

Guest: William D. Henry OSC(SW)USNRet    AboutGuest: w.d.henry@sbcglobal.net      Date: 12/18/2007 7:37:09 PM

 I have scanned and posted the entire 73-74 Cruise book for the USS Takelma ATF-113 on my page at NavyTogetherWeServed.com I included all the crew pages as well. I served on her from Jan 1973 until Jan 1976 when she was home ported in Pearl Harbor, HI.

Guest: Mike Gilmore USS Prairie AD15     AboutGuest: EM R-3 division      Date: 12/13/2007 5:55:37 PM

 I forgot to leave my email address when I asked fro help in finding Danny Wise. mikeandcece@comcast.net Thanks, Mike Gilmore

Guest: Robert Fogarty     AboutGuest: I was an Electricians Mate 3rd Class      Date: 12/10/2007 5:20:36 AM

 I served on the USS Molala ATF-106 the years of 1975through 1977. These were some of the best and worst years of my life, but mainly good. If I had to do it all over again, I would in a heartbeat. ROBERT, DID YOU KNOW THAT DAWSON CUTLER RETIRED AS VICE ADMIRAL? DO YOU KNOW EN1 BILLY SANDERS? RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Pieter GRAF; p.graf@casema.nl     AboutGuest: Hartzstraat 10, 2273 KC Voorburg      Date: 12/5/2007 8:41:15 AM

 Doing some research for Dutch website on WWII. Would like to know (first) names and ranks of skippers of USS Kiowa (ATF-72), USS Bannock (ATF-81) and rescue tug ATR-3 on June 6, 1944, Normandy, off Utah Beach. Any information most welcome.

Guest: Brad Frick     AboutGuest: Repair parts petty officer for engieering      Date: 11/30/2007 4:21:33 PM

 I was an engineman,third class Petty Officer on board the U.S.S. Pigeon...A.S.R. 21 from 1979 thruogh 1982. I remember alot of great times. ____________________ BRAD, Thanks for visiting NAFTS. Please E-mail me at President@NAFTS.com ____________________

Guest: James D. Sarver     AboutGuest: SM3      Date: 11/30/2007 3:47:47 PM

 Former member of this association but I let it lapse. I need to re-join. I was a SM3 on USS Hoist ARS 40 in 1955 and 56. JAMES, PLEASE E-MAIL US AT SNIPE@NAFTS.COM TO GET YOUR TOWLINE MAGAZINE

Guest: Jerry O'Donnell     AboutGuest: Senior Naval Advisor      Date: 11/30/2007 2:31:59 PM

 CO, USS TAWAKOMI ATF-114 (1974-76) Captain, USN, ret Currently employed by General Dynamics Information Technology supporting Navy Warfare Development Command in Newport RI as a senior naval advisor. e-mail: theea@aol.com JERRY,THANKS FOR ANSWERING MY E-MAIL

Guest: dean a hermance     AboutGuest: retired,74 yrs old      Date: 11/30/2007 7:44:26 AM

  dean a hermance served on uss Cocopa atf 101 Looking for shipmates and photos of ship. Need this real soon. From 1951-1954 DEAN, SEND ME AN E-MAIL SO I CAN HELP YOU. RDANA@NAFTS.com

Guest: James Porter     AboutGuest: JLP_619@hotmail.com      Date: 11/28/2007 6:15:31 AM

 My late father, CWO Leo J. Porter served aboard the USS Chowanoc, ATF-100. I have the colors that flew during his service while on-board. If anyone has any information, please contact me. JAMES, DID YOU RECEIVE MY E-MAIL? RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: frank parker SA.     AboutGuest: deck ape      Date: 11/24/2007 8:49:36 AM

 I was on the YTB, 417 re-comissioned in Pearl Harbor, then towed to Guam by the ATF-101 the USS COCOPA about mid summer of1951 or might have been 50. Looking to find anyone that remembers it. My e-mail address is: PfrankparkerWH@WM connect.com FRANK, I SENT YOU AN E-MAIL. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Nick Guillen, BM3     AboutGuest: nick.guillen@state.nm.us      Date: 11/21/2007 9:26:53 PM

 I served aboard the Conserver ARS-39 from 1966 to 1969. I would like to hear from some of the "DECK APES" who shared the beach gear duty... NICK, WE HAVE 3 OF YOUR 66-69 SHIPMATES as MEMBERS, like Gerald Bergeron. PLS E-MAIL ME , RDANA@NAFTS.com

Guest: Mark Caldwell former RM3     AboutGuest: Retired - living in Norwich, NY      Date: 11/21/2007 5:23:00 AM

 I served on USS Preserver (ARS-8) in 1973-1974. Sorry to hear she's no longer with us. ______________________ MARK, PLEASE E-MAIL ME AT RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: GEORGE COWAN     AboutGuest: EN2 FWD ENE RM      Date: 11/18/2007 12:46:40 AM

 GEORGE COWAN ENCS USN RET ON USS SHAKORI ATF 162 FROM FEB 73 TO OCT 75 WORKED IN FWD ENGINE ROOM Senior Chief, Please send me an E-mail, I'll send you a NAFTS TOWLINE magazine. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Fernley James Harris     AboutGuest: Chief Engineer[OceanTugs,Scientific and R.N.Suppo      Date: 11/17/2007 11:37:47 AM

 Hello my Naval support brothers across the Atlantic. I am a retired Chief Engineer of the Royal Maritime Auxillary Servive. My last post was as the Chief Eng. of a special forces training ship. We did joint training with your U.S. Navy Seals which enabled me to visit the U.S.A. and experience your wonderful hospitality. I wish your organisation every success in its endeavours. Best of luck to you all. CHIEF,DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR BRITISH COMRADES of DSRTA? PLEASE E_MAIL ME AT RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Ron Haynes     AboutGuest: Electrician      Date: 11/16/2007 6:43:08 PM

 ICman aboard USS Mataco Atf 86 from 1965-6. In a Willawa "storm"in the gulf of Alaska our gyro compass tumbled and ripped off it's base. RON, I KNOW KURD CHRISTENSEN 1965-67 & JOE KURTH 1966. E-MAIL ME AT RDANA@NAFTS.com

Guest: Michael Hinsdale     AboutGuest: hinsdalefoto@gmail.com      Date: 11/13/2007 12:17:23 AM

 HELLO: Thanks for the website. My dad (Jim Hinsdale) served on the USS Tern during WWII as a signalman. He was forever proud of his service and shipmates, as am I. He has been gone now for a few years. MICHAEL, I SENT YOU AN E-MAIL WITH A CONTACT. NAME,

Guest: frank parker     AboutGuest: deckape,YTB 417,TACONENET      Date: 11/11/2007 6:33:50 AM

 frank parker FRANK, THANKS FOR THE NOTE. WE ARE PLEASED THAT YOU ARE A NAFTS MEMBER. OUR BEST TO EDITH Rodger Dana

Guest: Jim Bendickson ( Son)     AboutGuest: Systems Engineer For Honeywell Aerospace      Date: 11/10/2007 2:31:52 PM

 My father Served on the USS Moreno (ATF -87) His name was Edwin Bendickson. Does anyone remember serving with my father? I would like to talk with you anf find out more about my father's service in WWII. E-mail: jbendickson@verizon.net THank uou for your Service to the USA!

Guest: Donald R. Need     AboutGuest: SM 2/c      Date: 11/7/2007 3:01:02 AM

 chardon@pwrtc.com Donald R. Need USS ATA 204 From commissioning to December 1945. Rate SM 2/c. ------------------------- DONALD, I SENT YOU an E_MAIL RDANA@NAFTS.com _____________________

Guest: RDana@NAFTS.com     AboutGuest: NAFTS President      Date: 11/5/2007 4:41:09 PM

  DAVID CHANDLER, USS Lipan 1965: Please contact Rich at Rich@USSLIPAN.Com

Guest: DOUG RYON     AboutGuest: BM3      Date: 10/30/2007 4:00:09 PM

 I served aboard the USS CHOWANOC (ATF- 100 ) in 1964 -1965 as a deck seaman. I'm trying to locate an old buddy ( DAN LEWIS ) who was on another A.T.F. out of San Diego during that time period. He may have also been a diver. Can't remember the name of the ship. Thanks for any help. ryonfamily@juno.com

Guest: Steven Roberts     AboutGuest: robertssd@msn.com      Date: 10/27/2007 2:59:12 AM

  Great website. Thank you. I'll save it as one of my favorites. My father, Jim Roberts, served on the U.S.S Woodcock (ATO 145) stationed in Panama, from 1945-1946. He graduated early from Johnstown (PA) High School to join the Navy. Currently, he is retired and living in Johnstown, PA. Upon discharge, he went to, and graduated from, the U. of Pittsburgh (BS Industrial Eng.). He then went on to a fine career managing big industrial operations around the east and midwest. 7 Children.

Guest: Steve Vash     AboutGuest: SFP3      Date: 10/25/2007 4:57:19 PM

 USS Paiute ,forgot to leave my e mail address Stephen415@comcast.net ________________________ Steve, I sent you an E-mail from RDana@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: Steve Vash     AboutGuest: Shipfitter      Date: 10/25/2007 4:47:06 PM

 Served aboard USS Paiute ATF 159,1960-1963. Great time and great shipmates.

Guest: David Wheeler ENC RET     AboutGuest: email n1txx@charter.net      Date: 10/20/2007 4:36:12 AM

 Was aboard the USS Served aboard the USS Salinan ATF 161 from March 160 until the fall of 1963 when I renlisted.

Guest: Glen W. Birdsell     AboutGuest: Served on the USS Chanticleer ASR 7.      Date: 10/17/2007 11:03:32 PM

 I am hopeing to hear from some of the men I served with. I now live in Bushnell, IL 61422 Friends called me "Birdie" e-mail: birdknd90@insightbb.com

Guest: Dave Campbell BMC SW     AboutGuest: 22 Years U.S. Navy      Date: 10/15/2007 3:37:15 AM

 I was Tugmaster of YTB-795 in Guam & Tugmaster of YTB-775 in Subic P.I. What a rush to command a Navy Tug. These young sailors served with great hardship & dedication.! I truely miss these shipmates & wish them well in their lives. DAVE, DROP ME A LINE AT: >RDana@NAFTS.com< God Bless America!

Guest: Mike Goodwin     AboutGuest: Deck Ape      Date: 10/11/2007 7:28:25 PM

 Served on the U.S.S Utina Atf 163,out of Little Greek Va. Feb.65 till July 68 MIKE, PLEASE DROP ME A LINE AT RDana@NAFTS.com I KNOW JEFF DARLING & PETE RYDER . Rodger

Guest: Richard Kennedy     AboutGuest: living in Houston      Date: 10/11/2007 6:04:35 PM

 USS CREE SEP 2000 - Aug 2002 RM3 Do you remember Capt. Crunch? This is a great site, thanks for creatng it. RICHARD, YOU ARE WELCOME, drop me a line at RDana@NAFTS.com. We have 30 CREE members.

Guest: Dan Bloom     AboutGuest: EN3      Date: 10/10/2007 10:35:13 PM

 I served on the Lipan ATF-85 from late 65 till March of 69 Now living in PA. DAN, WE HAVE 10 LIPAN MEMBERS THAT SERVED THE SAME TIME AS YOU! PLEASE DROP ME A LINE AT RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Leon McCarty, MA1, USN retired    AboutGuest: 1975-1978 EN3leon@mccarty1.comThis was my first sh     Date: 9/27/2007 3:57:49 PM

 USS Tawakoni (AFT114) 1975-1978 EN3 leon@mccarty1.com This was my first ship out of A school. I would be very interested in contacting my first LPO, EN2 Michael Ceasar, he shaped me into the Petty Officer that I became, thank you Michael. My e-mail is leon@mccarty1.com

Guest: BOB SCHORFHEIDE     AboutGuest: EM2 1965 to 1967      Date: 9/15/2007 5:12:35 AM

 Sorry...forgot e mail address. hotlapsbob@hot mail.com BOB SCHORFHEIDE 1924 WEST PITTSBURG CT. BROKEN ARROW, OK. 74012 BOB, THANKS FOR JOINING NAFTS! RDana@NAFTS.com _____________________

Guest: Robert (BOB) SCHORFHEIDE     AboutGuest: EM2 1965 to 1967      Date: 9/15/2007 5:09:40 AM

 I served on COCOPA ATF 101 Feb 65 to Sept 67. Went aboard straight from EM "A" School...left as EM2. Found info. about the assoc. reunion in VFW magazine, found the site, asked for membership info. Got it and a copy of TOWLINE...Lo and behold...ATF101 on the cover. The picture taken in Jan 67 and I WAS THERE. WHAT A HOOT AND HOW MANY MEMORIES CAME FLOODING BACK. I have found and kept track of a few old shipmates. Would love to hear from more. Sorry I will not be able to make it to St. Louis this month for the reunion. But we will get to one some day.

Guest: Don Benedict (Ben)     AboutGuest: Tallship sailor      Date: 9/12/2007 6:29:52 AM

 Served on the ARS-38 in 1969 would like to hear from George personal man (known as fat george by shipmates) or anyone else on board in nam from may 69 to july 69 I can be reached at: bigben@lamitopsail.org DON,DID YOU ASK NAFTS MEMBER RANDY BOGGESS?

Guest: Eddie Throckmorton ex-MM3     AboutGuest: aftsnipe1@yahoo.com      Date: 9/8/2007 11:37:54 AM

 Friend Leon M from Wisc told me about this website.I was on DD727 & DD786 30 months in WesPac & 12 months split between San Diego & Long Beach.From 1961-1965. EDDIE,THANKS FOR SHARING! ANY FRIEND OF LEON IS A FRIEND OF OURS!!

Guest: Wayne R Lammers EM3     AboutGuest: wwrlam@aol.com      Date: 9/5/2007 9:44:42 PM

 I was on papago with John Ketchum in 1954 he was a QM.

Guest: John W. Haught     AboutGuest: EM      Date: 9/5/2007 7:28:08 PM

 I served aboard the USS Opportune ARS-41, 1945-1946

Guest: James W. Phipps     AboutGuest: QM3c      Date: 9/2/2007 6:50:00 PM

 I was a QM3c on the ATR 84 from Nov.'45 until Aug. '46. We retreived spent torpedoes, unexploded mines and towed targets in the area of Hawaii. Came back to the "States" in a tandem tow of a PA with the ATR 71. Then towed a lot of decommissioned ships from San Francisco to Grizzley Bear Bay . Had a great captain in '46 named John Rescola. I wish I had a picture of him now. He was in his late 50's when I knew him. Jim Phipps phipps76@sbcglobal.net

Guest: Walter H. Neumann     AboutGuest: Was a radio man on 6 diff. ships      Date: 8/29/2007 1:15:11 AM

 I was on the USS Keywadin ATA-213 Sept 1948 to Jan 1949. My first contact with ATA's was on 4-19-46 when on a minesweeper USS Prodject AM-278 which broke down in the China Sea for two days before ATA-181 and ATA-188 came out from Shanghai, China. I don't know which one of the two, but one towed us to Shanghai to a repair ship USS Delta AR-9 for repairs. I was later on ATA-213 aoperating out of Boston towing barges, ships, and decommissioned subs between east coast ports and thru the Cape Cod canal. my email address is wneumann@tampabay.rr.com

Guest: David H. Grover     AboutGuest: Naval Historian      Date: 8/25/2007 6:23:54 PM

 As an author, I'm working on an article about the loss of the Conestoga, AT-54. Has your organization, or any of your members, done anything on this event? If so, I'd like like to know what you've learned; it's a great story, but not too complimentary to the Navy. DAVID, ONLY WHATs AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET.RDana@NAFTS.com David H. Grover Naval Historian

Guest: R.M. Conoley     AboutGuest: ENC, USN, RET.      Date: 8/23/2007 3:42:29 PM

 I almost got a light stomach as I rode the waves again watching the short film at the front. One can almost feel the salt spray and smell the ocean watching that. It is amazing what a short ping does to the memory cells. Thanks, Tom, and whomever was the contributer of that piece.

Guest: Lisa Lyn Ketchum Collins     AboutGuest: Office Mgr for the State of NM      Date: 8/18/2007 10:21:38 PM

 Lisa Lyn Ketchum Collins grateful daughter of John Weaver Ketchum, deceased January 1960. Served aboard the USS Papago around the time of the Korean War. I'm not really sure when. Thanks Mr. Dana for your courtesy.>>>>>>> Lisa,thanks for the Navigators manual from Papago. R Dana<<<<<

Guest: Joseph C Voutour     AboutGuest: retired..live in Maine      Date: 8/13/2007 1:18:39 AM

 My dad was assigned to the USS Cahuilla ATF 152 (Joseph E Vooutour) (deceased 1970). He was on board right after the war and had service in the pacific, NAFTS has 2 MEMBERS THAT SERVED WITH HIM.PLS SEND E-MAIL TO RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Diane L Tucker (QM2)     AboutGuest: No longer in the Navy But I do still Live the Navy     Date: 8/5/2007 8:21:22 PM

 I found this site accidentally, Found my Dad's name as a CO for the USS Arikara. Nice to see it! Diane,Thanks. Duane is a good friend and shipmate! We are pleased that he is returning to good health. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Lee L Whipple     AboutGuest: Snipe/Corpsman/Engineer/Retired      Date: 7/27/2007 3:34:43 PM

 I just took a ride on the ATF this morning. Not like I remembered when I was on the KOKA ATA 185. As you know I was a FN on the KOKA but when I transfered off in 1962 I was a HM3. When I left the Navy is 75 I was an HM1. I am a retired Planner/Scheduler in Phoenix now Not much to do but read and write.

Guest: Michael T. Galey     AboutGuest: Retired USAR, working for Auto Zone in the Pac NW.     Date: 7/19/2007 12:21:05 AM

 USN 69-78 My first Navy ship was the USS Koka (ATA-185) ENFN From 3/71-9/71 MICHAEL, KOKAs HULL IS USED AS A MARINA BREAKWATER IN TACOMA,WA COMMENCEMENT BAY. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Steven D. Becker     AboutGuest: Marine Construction Manager      Date: 7/9/2007 8:18:30 PM

 My father, Duane O. Becker MOMM 1/C aboard ATF93 USS Tekesta served from its launching at Commercial Iron Works until 1947. My father passed on June 22, 2007. He loved the Navy, his country and his family very much. He will be missed by all who knew him. STEVEN,WE WILL MISS HIM ALSO. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: R.S. Bailey     AboutGuest: BMC (DV) USN (Ret.)      Date: 7/9/2007 5:40:14 AM

  I'm a "lifer" retiree; served on board Chanticleer ASR-7. Looking for info on her trip upriver to Saigon to deliver assistance shipment to the Vietnam people. CHIEF,WE HAVE ONE MEMBER YOU MIGHT KNOW, CWO4 JOE DURAN. SEND ME AN E-MAIL. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: QMCM Rich Cordeiro, USN Ret.     AboutGuest: Leading QM, Chief Master-at-Arms, Command Senior E     Date: 7/9/2007 3:32:50 AM

 I served on board the USS Luiseno ATF 156 from 1972 until transfer to the Argentine Navy in 1975. QMCM Rich Cordeiro RICH, 3 OF YOUR SHIPMATES ARE NAFTS MEMBERS. DROP ME A LINE AT: RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: EM 2 ROY G DEAL     AboutGuest: I was the lead electrician      Date: 7/8/2007 8:42:37 PM

 ROY G DEAL I SERVED ONBOARD USS PENOBSCOT ATA 188 -->10/67 - 4/69 my E MAIL address is hotideal@hotmail.com

Guest: frank bugseys moran     AboutGuest: boilertender      Date: 7/4/2007 11:59:04 AM

 my naname is FRANK BUGSEYS MORAN i served on coast guard cutter half moon wavp/378 1963 1967. currentily live in n.j. FRANK,THANKS FOR DROPPING IN TO NAFTS.com

Guest: David J. Mlakar     AboutGuest: Stanley's son      Date: 7/4/2007 1:52:35 AM

 My fathers name is Stanley J. Mlakar and he served on the Pinola from approximately 1941 to 1946. My father is looking for a fellow service man named Roy Spivey. >->DAVID I KNOW ROY SPIVEY. SEND E-MAIL TO RDana@NAFTS.com ADDRESS. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Ed Sams     AboutGuest: Ex Radarman 3/C      Date: 6/25/2007 5:32:55 PM

 Dear Lawrence, In answer to your letter in the NAFTS Guest Book, I served on the USS SEIZE in the 7th Fleet in Guam, Okinawa, and China during and after WWII. I am writing a book about my war-time experiences there. My e-mail address is rosened@sbcglobal.net. I would be happy to talk with you. THANKS FOR JOINING NAFTS,ED

Guest: Ruth Staton Wynne     AboutGuest: just adjusting!      Date: 6/23/2007 5:17:25 PM

 Dear NAFTS Friends, have just set up my new computer where I will now be living and have seen your lovely note about Deane. I hope to be at the convention to tell you in person how much he loved his U.S. friends. Thank you for all you have done for Deane and I. My e-mail is arles53@ hotmail.com 103 Tomoka Trail, Longs, SC 29568 Phone 843 716-1030

Guest: Philip Warner     AboutGuest: Retired      Date: 6/12/2007 10:04:52 PM

 I served aboard U.S.S. Hopi (ATF 71) from March - December '55. I was on her the day she was decommissioned at New London, CT. She was my first ship out of ET "A" School and while aboard I made ET3. I have fond memories of the Hopi and my summer aboard. Capt. Philip Warner USCG Licensed Master Long Island, New Work. CaptPhil@toast.net

Guest: Paul Brooker, bpljn5@aol.com     AboutGuest: Was a yeoman on board      Date: 6/11/2007 6:11:24 AM

 I servered aboard the atf 161 from 1955- 1957 stationed out of Key West Fla, Any sailors interested in a reunion e. mail me

Guest: Lawrence Perretto     AboutGuest: Teacher/historian      Date: 6/8/2007 3:25:48 PM

 Dear Nafts: I'm researching the ship on which my grandfather served in WWII. The ATR-61 was involved in combat operations in the southern Pacific Theater 1944-45 as a member of the 7th fleet. Looking for others who served in the 7th. Lawrence Perretto Law128@verizon.net School teacher/historian

Guest: Ed Ryan / N7VEXPeoria, AZ     AboutGuest: historian      Date: 6/8/2007 12:54:29 AM

 Looking for anyone who remembers LTJG Lucien Aubrey Hill, YTB-372, Tatarrax, 1944-46. I'm his son-in-law, doing some family history. Just located records of where he was in WWII. Thanks. ED, WE HAVE NO YTB 372 MEMBERS.Pls E-mail RDANA@NAFTS.com

Guest: Mike Germonprez     AboutGuest: USMCR      Date: 6/1/2007 7:30:50 PM

 For anyone who served on the USS Carib ATF82,the Colombian Navy will sink her this month. She has been part of the Colombian Navy since 1979. I have been living in Colombia for thirteen years and saw an article in the newspaper: "El Tiempo",today June 1st, 2007. Thanks, Mike THANKS MIKE. We have several members who served on CARIBE in Brazil during WW2 RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Bruce Kowal     AboutGuest: Certified Public Accountant      Date: 5/28/2007 3:14:19 PM

 Bruce Kowal QM2 on USS Bolster (ARS-38) 1968-1970 Made two Westpacs. _____________________ BRUCE, Pls check website www.AmericanFleetTugMuseum.org or E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: John Winters     AboutGuest: BM3      Date: 5/27/2007 3:32:01 PM

 Hi this is John Winters again USS Copopa atf 101 .I have a correction in my Email address, it is sonshine1221@peoplepc.com Thanks again JOHN,THANKS FOR ANSWERING MY E-MAIL.Rdana _______________________

Guest: John Winters     AboutGuest: BM3 class      Date: 5/27/2007 12:02:26 AM

 Hi John H. Winters BM 3 class here.I am looking for shipmates that served with me on the USS Copopa ATF 101 from 1962 to 1964. My Email Address is sonshine1221@people.com I found Fred Peerenboom in book but no address Thanks John JOHN<ISENT YOU AN E-MAIL fm RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Don Ravey don@ravey.net     AboutGuest: http://ravey.net      Date: 5/20/2007 12:08:46 AM

 I served aboard USS Koka (ATA 185) in 1951 and 1952 in San Diego. I was an ETN3 USNR called to active duty. Went on from there to OCS and was an Electronics Officer on other ships and NRS Guam. THANKS,DON.I SENT YOU AN E-MAIL FM RDANA@NAFTS.COM

Guest: jeff darling lynn,ma     AboutGuest: retired ge lynn,ma 1968-99      Date: 5/19/2007 12:32:10 PM

 hello to all you fellow tuggers.i was aboard the uss utina atf-163 from 1966-68.years have gone by but i still have the old memories.it was an experience that i will never forget.salute to all of you. --->Thanks for the input, Jeff<--

Guest: Lawrence Perretto     AboutGuest: School teacher and historian      Date: 5/18/2007 1:39:26 PM

 I am researching the ship and crew of the ATR-61 on which my grandfather served 1944-45. ____________________ LAWRENCE, Perhaps I can help you. NAFTS has a member who seved with your grandfather.Drop me a line at RDana@NAFTS.com ________________________

Guest: Roland Rathay     AboutGuest: DC3      Date: 5/15/2007 9:30:39 PM

 Just checking things about, May join. Roland Rathay DC3 U.S.S. LUISENO ATF 156 SERVICE 1968 - 1969 _____________________ ROLAND ,for details, call toll-free 866-652-2038 west coast time. Or E-mail RDana@NAFTS.com ____________________

Guest: Ted Smith BM1(SW/DV) retired     AboutGuest: Workig at Ace Hardware.      Date: 5/15/2007 1:52:27 AM

 Served on board Uss Conserver (1987-1989) and Uss Reclaimer (1989-1992) ________________________ TED, PLS DROP ME A LINE AT : RDana@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: Tom Wilson     AboutGuest: Port of Richmond      Date: 5/10/2007 10:27:49 PM

 The Quapaw and Moctobi were sold to Bill Norton of General Propulsion Pharr,TX. His stated intention is to either sell the equipment or get one of the vessels running. They are scheduled to leave Richmond, CA by May 18; probably to another location in the San Francisco Bay Area for the time being. -----THANKS, TOM----

Guest: Don Gray     AboutGuest:  EN (SNIPE)      Date: 5/9/2007 8:49:10 PM

 I have been building a 60 inch modle of Tawakoni ATF 114 for a few years now . So far I have been using what's left of my memory and the many ship photoes on the internet. I had a burnout a few years back losing thousands of photoes. Could sure use some good pictures of the decks, stack,guns, and winches. DON, SEND E-ADDRESS TO <RDANA@NAFTS.com>

Guest: Melvin L. Lanham, Elect. Tech.    AboutGuest: American Data, Computer Repair      Date: 5/8/2007 9:23:41 PM

 USS Abnaki Aug 1964-Jan 1968 Boot to EM3, GED,'65 Thanks to Edu., Officer. '69-'75 USNR. Active, Louisville,KY. Looking Back, Great Place to be in the 60's, Good job on this site as always. Never forget all the times, and all the mates!. MelvinLanham@wmconnect.com Marshville, NC 28103 Nice talking to you, Mel 704-624-0631 704-624-0631

Guest: Jeff Webster     AboutGuest: USCG Veteran      Date: 4/15/2007 7:12:33 PM

 I have a photo of the USS Bolster preparing to tow the decommisioned USCG Cutter Matagorda from Sand Island, Oahu, in December 1968. The Matagorda was used for target practice. It's not a great photo, but I will send it to anyone who wants it. JEFF,PLS SEND ME AN E-MAIL AT RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: frank parker     AboutGuest: deck ape      Date: 4/13/2007 6:17:38 AM

 fd parker sa ytb tacokanda THANKS, FRANK. WE CAN NOT IDENTIFY A YTB NAMED TACOKANDA, BUT HAVE A YTB 417 NAMED TACONNET. PLEASE E-MAIL RDANA@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: William D. (Bill) Ward     AboutGuest: Engine Man      Date: 4/12/2007 12:43:58 AM

 I was on the Yuma, in the Pacific, in 1952. I was part of the crew who participated in the explosion of the first H bomb. BILL, WE HAVE SEVERAL YUMA SHIPMATES OF YOUR TIME ON YUMA. PLS E-MAIL ME AT RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Pam     AboutGuest: I am Bob's sister in law.      Date: 4/8/2007 9:06:26 PM

 Hello, I am looking for someone that was shipmates with Bob Holmos, on the USS Opportune in 1990-1991. please email me at twister@epix.net _________________ ANSWERED by RDana@NAFTS.com _____________

Guest: Ross & Jane Kramer     AboutGuest: USS Apache AFT67      Date: 4/8/2007 8:34:00 PM

  Ross & Jane Kramer USS Apache ATF67

Guest: Albert VanPelt IC3+     AboutGuest: ATF 103 USS HITCHITI      Date: 4/6/2007 9:00:56 PM

  my e-mail address is: oldbolt@aol.com

Guest: Donald (Domenic) Adkins 4-5-20    AboutGuest: E3 EN      Date: 4/5/2007 9:00:18 PM

 I was on the USS Quapaw 1962-1964 and all that I can remember is that we were a steaming machine and always headed someware to do what was needed to be done. It left an inpression of good service and a good work ethic to this day I will always be greatful that I served in the Navy and on the USS Quapaw. DONALD, ATF110 IS STILL AROUND. NAFTS HAS 3 MEMBERS WHO SERVED WITH YOU. E-MAIL RDana@NAFTS,com FOR DETAILS.

Guest: W. D. Leasure SKC (Ret)     AboutGuest: Retired from a Coal Fired power plant.      Date: 4/5/2007 1:15:43 AM

 I was on USS SALINAN from 1959 to 1961 as an 18 year old fresh out of Boot Camp. Key West was hot but I still have memories of great times on Duval street. I retired in 1978 as SKC . Paul Cormier , Smitty, The Swede, a guy from Lubbock Texas whose name escapes me at this moment are some of the shipmates. Your site brought back old memories.<WD, WE HAVE YOUR SHIPMATES AS MEMBERS.SEND AN E-MAIL TO <RDana@NAFTS.com>

Guest: Robert Perrine     AboutGuest: I was Leading Seamen in charge of Rigging all moor     Date: 3/31/2007 2:34:05 AM

 USS Sunbird ASR 15 The finest men and the best chow in navy. Would like to hear from anyone that served on THE BIRD no matter what years . I was Ld/ Seamen on Deck Force 62- 64 Should have stayed in. If anyone out there remembers. Rosenburger or Ricketson please Email me PerrineRP43@wmconnect.com

Guest: Robert R. ( Bob ) Olds     AboutGuest: ME-3 ( DV2)      Date: 3/18/2007 7:02:37 PM

 I served aboard USS Hitchiti ATF 103 from July,1952 thru Oct.,1955. Tour in Guam , Aleutians and based Pearl Harbor. Saw lots of uninhabited Pacific Islands with tows and surveys. Operation Wigwam from San Diego , 1954 ? BOB,THANKS FOR JOINING NAFTS oldsfolks@aol.com Charleston,Arkansas

Guest: Michael Lee Easter     AboutGuest: SHB3      Date: 3/11/2007 2:14:24 AM

 I served aboard USS Mataco ATF 86 around 1975 and went overseas. I now live in Yakima, WA and would like to hear from anyone who served aboard the USS Mataco during this same time. My email address is mleeeaster@gmail.com.

Guest: James R. Rodisch, ETM 2/C     AboutGuest: Electronic Technician 2/C      Date: 3/10/2007 12:47:39 AM

 I served aboard the USS Tawasa in 1945 ans 1946. I came home on her from Noumea to San Francisco and was discharged in June of 1946.On the way to the states, we took a tow from Noumea to Kwajelin(sp). the tow was a fuel barge. From there we went to Honolulu and then home. I served aboard as the only Radio Tech for about 11 months. JIM,DROP ME A LINE AT RDana@NAFTS.com. WE HAVE 4 MEMBERS WHO SERVED WITH YOU

Guest: Patrick M. Sisler BMCS(SW) Ret    AboutGuest: Retired      Date: 2/27/2007 1:25:52 AM

 Shipmates, BMCS(SW) Patrick Sisler, served aboard the USS Kittiwake (ASR-13) 81-83 Been a while since my last visit and hope to find some ol' shipmates. Fair winds and following seas

Guest: John Rule     AboutGuest: Ship's Mascot & Trouble Maker      Date: 2/23/2007 11:40:54 PM

 My dad, Lt. Cdr. John F. Rule, My dad was captain of the USS Salinan in Key West Fla. from (I think) 1951 to 1955. Since I had two older sisters, I grew up spending a lot of time aboard her. I'd like to hear from anyone who knew my dad. He passed away in 1969. My e-mail is: jrule@oneimage.com. Thank you kindly, John F. Rule Jr.

Guest: Ronald E. Murhon, Sr.     AboutGuest: I was a BMSN      Date: 2/14/2007 1:34:23 PM

 I was on the YTM-751 out of San Juan, PR. I am looking for anyone who was on the YTM-751 with me 1964-1966 _____________________ Ron, I CANT FIND ANYONE IN OUR RECORDS. Give me a NOTE at RDana@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: Fred Hickman     AboutGuest: EM3      Date: 2/5/2007 6:47:44 AM

 Fred HickmanElectricians MateUSS Moctobi ATF-1053- 57 to 7-58I left when she went on a west pack cruise and picked up the USS Current ARS-22 FRED, NAFTS HAS 4 MEMBERS THAT SERVED WITH YOU. Pls E-MAIL ME RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: William D. Henry OSC(SW) USN/R    AboutGuest: Radarman - OPs LPO      Date: 2/4/2007 12:20:43 AM

 I was on board the USS Takelma ATF-113 from Jan 1973 until Jan 1976 while she was in Pearl Harbor. I retired in 1982 I can be contacted at w.d.henry@sbcglobal.net I have posted most of the 73-74 Cruise Book on the navy together we served site If you are a Navy Veteran active or retired please visit.

Guest: William H. Corbett     AboutGuest: now I am retired.      Date: 2/2/2007 8:53:02 PM

 Was on board ATA-209,at time she was comissioned in Texas, was RM3C. we did the shake down and then picked up floating drydock & went through the Canal to west coast. Then pulling barges of amo went to Hawaii, WILLIAM, PLEASE DROP ME A LINE AT : RDANA@NAFTS.com .

Guest: Ken Miller aka KC Miller     AboutGuest: I was abord the USS Moctobi ATF 105 between 1960 t     Date: 1/24/2007 9:58:14 PM

 KEN YOUR COMPLETE MESSAGE DIDN"T REGISTER PLEASE E_MAIL ME AT RDana@NAFTS.com WE HAVE 6 OF YOUR SHIPMATES AS MEMBERS Philippines, then Japan. In 62 we went to Adak, Alaska in 62, and liked to Froze. Got out and returned to St . Louis, Married and have 4 daughters and 9 Grandchildren. Spent 30 years at Anheuser-Busch, as an Electrician and Retired in 99, I now fish for crappie from Mississippi to to northern Missouri

Guest: Eric Beauchamp     AboutGuest: Thats all folks!      Date: 1/6/2007 10:17:32 PM

 I was an HT1(DV) on the mighty USS Brunswick (ATS-3) ; now I make shitcans in the Sheetmetal Shop in the rainy Pacific NW. Eric, I live in WA, we have a NW Tug shipmates meeting in the Tacoma area once each year. Drop me a note at RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: mike.stone     AboutGuest: shipwright/seaman restoring.ytb.269 portland orego     Date: 12/25/2006 4:19:10 AM

 need pics of ytb 269 ______________________ MIKE, PLEASE E-MAIL ME AT RDANA@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: Rolan CONOLEY, ENC, USN, RET     AboutGuest: Retired.      Date: 12/18/2006 2:41:49 PM

 USS HOPI 1948-1950 out of Newport, RI. BMC Howard S. REEVES, USN made CWO1 while on board. He retired after 31 years of service as Lt. Howard passed away 15 Dec 2006 at the Navy Retirement Home, Washington, D.C. He will be buried near his hometown of Benton, KY. Filbeck-Cann & King Funeral Home at 270 527 3281 is in charge of the service.

Guest: Jim "Shanty" Riley     AboutGuest: Retired      Date: 12/15/2006 4:56:55 PM

 I'd like to hear from any ol' salts that served on sea going tugs (ATFs) in the Pacific I was S1c- Serrano ATF 112 Jim "Shanty" Riley 80 yrs old Retireed IBEW Electrician Jim, E-MAIL ME AT RDana@NAFTS.com SO WE CAN TALK ABOUT ATF-112

Guest: BILL HORES     AboutGuest: HULL TECH 2/CLASS DIVER 2/c      Date: 12/12/2006 1:45:45 AM

  USS PRESERVER ARS-8 __________________ Bill, Please E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com about ARS-8 being scrapped. ____________________ USS PRESERVER ARS-8 BILL HORES HULL TECH 2/CLASS DIVER 2/CLASS caribeabill@aol.com

Guest: Alan Loveland     AboutGuest: ET2 on USS Unadilla (ATA-182)      Date: 12/5/2006 10:55:20 AM

 Alan Loveland USS Unadilla (ATA-182) Served in Korean War Approx: 1952-1954 Rank; ET2 3 Ribbons 2 battle Stars _____________________ Alan,E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: USS Recovery ARS43     AboutGuest: Seaman 1st class force      Date: 12/5/2006 1:43:54 AM

  _____________________ Please try again, and leave your E-address or contact me at <RDana@NAFTS.com> thanks, Rodger ______________________ Richard E Thorne

Guest: Williem LaPlante Jr.     AboutGuest: kate4u@tds.net for any email reply      Date: 12/2/2006 5:30:41 PM

 My late father, William J. (Bill) LaPlante from Providence, Rhode Island served on the USS Chippewa , (AFT-69). I am his eldest son, William Jr., and to the men who served with him; all the best wishes that God can bestow on you. I am proud that you all answered the call to duty.

Guest: Allen Davis     AboutGuest: IC2      Date: 11/29/2006 4:09:09 PM

 Served on the USS Mosopelea ATF-158 back in '62-64 time period. Fun duty out of Little Creek, VA. Just moved from Lowell , MA to Nashua, NH. Who was the founder from Lowell? ________________________ Allen, NAFTS member EM2 Alex Winkowski served with you. E-mail me at RD@NAFTS.com for details. What do you mean by "founder"?

Guest: John Thompson     AboutGuest: Automotive claims adjuster      Date: 11/26/2006 5:48:28 PM

 I am trying to locate information regarding ATA-206, the USS Pinola. My wife's father served on board the Pinola during the 45-46 timeframe and we were hoping to find some information and possibly a photo or two of the vessel. We have found a couple of websites with limited info and no photos so far and would appreciate any assistance your members or other viewers of your site could provide. My email address is dawg206@cox-internet.com

Guest: Rick Delmonico     AboutGuest: TEAM      Date: 10/29/2006 3:38:21 AM

 Rick Delmonico 10/28/06 Caterpillar Inc. / Ziegler Power Systems Truck Engine Account Manager: Served on U.S.S. Tawakoni ATF 114 1968-1969 Engineman / 50 cal. Living in Minnesota, like to hear from any who servrd on her. Have many photographs. delcoupnorth@yahoo.com

Guest: JOHN PRESCOTT     AboutGuest: TRUCK DRIVER      Date: 10/21/2006 6:32:51 PM

 John prescott truck driver Was on U.S.S.Shakori A.T.F 162 1961-1963 LIVE IN CHESTER VA WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE ON THE SHAKORI. John,Pls send a E-mail to RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Bob Weed     AboutGuest: Conservative positions trader      Date: 10/3/2006 8:50:41 PM

 Robert (Bob) Weed Private sock investments Son Of Lt. Louie C. Weed Executive & Engineering officer USS SNATCH ARS 27 ______________________ Bob, Please drop me a line. We would like to know more about your father for our records. RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Dennis Burhnas MS1 USN RET     AboutGuest: retired      Date: 9/30/2006 5:05:45 PM

 served aboard uss papago atf160 apr1974-nov1977 _____________________ DENNIS, NAFTS has 2 members who served with you. Pls send me an E-mail, RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Arne Blasche III     AboutGuest: I retired from the Navy in 1998.      Date: 9/30/2006 6:15:24 AM

 I was stationed on the ATS-2 from 1972-1976 as an EM. ________________________ ARNE, NAFTS has 3 Beaufort members, from 1977-82. For a crew list, search Yahoo search engine for <USS ATS 2> RDana@NAFTS.com _____________________

Guest: Scott Tucker     AboutGuest: EN2      Date: 9/25/2006 9:10:17 PM

 Trying to locate Don Backe from the USS CATAWBA ATA 210, or any other crew members on board from January 1971 until decomissioning. _____________________ SCOTT, We have 4 Catawba Members, 1945-1970. Sorry, RDana@NAFTS.com ____________________ ______________________ Scott Tucker Tifton Georgia gstucker@tiftschools.com

Guest: Joel Gossman     AboutGuest: Business Consultant, Los Angeles      Date: 9/24/2006 4:12:10 PM

 I'm doing some research on the U.S.S. Partridge and came across this site. The Partridge was sunk by a German torpedo on June 11, 1944 and I have seen an article that no lives were lost. My Grandfather was killed on that ship and I am shocked to see on your site that a man was lost at sea. How can I get the name of the man lost at sea? Joel, send to RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: James Passon [ Jim ]     AboutGuest: worked in main engine room. I was a EN 3      Date: 9/16/2006 8:01:05 PM

 I aws on the USS Sunbird ASR-15 from Sept. 1963 to 1965. I was a Third class En 3. Would like to find any pictures or anyone in Engineering at that time. _________________ Jim, What is your E-address? Send it to RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Michael Shudinis     AboutGuest: Engineer      Date: 9/12/2006 6:33:09 PM

 My name is Michael Shudinis. I was on the USS Conserver (ARS-39) from 1978 - 1980. I was a 2nd Class Salvage Diver. I would loeve to hear from anyone that was on the USS Conserver (especially during this timeframe). mike@tigertechnologyusa.com

Guest: Ozires     AboutGuest: Jet pilot and uboat historian      Date: 9/9/2006 7:00:35 PM

 and brazilian sailors , and a book will be published with a full fledged account on the job americans under Adm Ingram's fourth fleet accomplished wit more than 150 ships in the vaste expanses of the south atlantic. I need information on some tugs which served At Recife , Brazil. email me : sixtant@rce.neoline.com.br

Guest: Ozires Moraes     AboutGuest: Jet Pilot and south atlantic war historian      Date: 9/9/2006 6:46:53 PM

 My uncle served aboard DE 177 Reybold , under brazilian navy , renamed Bracui , late 43 to the end of the war , patrolling along with several other brazilian and US Navy vessels the vaste expanses of infested uboat south atlantic waters . Today we are conducting a series of researches on the deeds and prowess of the valiant american and brazilian sailors which fought bravely in this distant scenario. They served under Adm Jonas Ingram's fourth fleet, and this research will be published in a full fledged account on the american /brazilian sailors job.

Guest: Sandra 'Pfeifer'Medenewaldt     AboutGuest: Daughter of Charles J Pfeifer      Date: 9/7/2006 5:41:09 PM

 Sandra "Pfeifer" MedenwaldtDaughter of Charles J Pfeifer who died on June 2, 2004.He attended reunions for the USS Molala Sandra, What years did your dad serve on Molala? What was his rank & rate? Rodger at RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: AM2 David T. Chamberlain     AboutGuest: Naval Air Station Lemoore, Ca      Date: 8/12/2006 2:38:46 AM

 My Brother Served abord the Uss Deliver in the late 50's to the mid 60's. Because of him I join the Navy and am the best in my rate. His name is BM1 Charles H. Chamberlain ____________________ David,send his address & we'll send him a TOWLINE magazine <RDana@NAFTS.com> ________________________

Guest: Dan Haming (Ham) EN2     AboutGuest: Got away from them screaming,baning diesels      Date: 8/11/2006 6:24:47 PM

 Served aboard U.S.S. GRASP ARS24 from 59-63. Would like to hear from any of my old shipmates or any other GRASP sailors. Contact me at danielhamling@peoplepc.com

Guest: mitchel l. banks     AboutGuest: B1 and B2 enginerooms (fireman)      Date: 8/9/2006 8:12:28 PM

 served abord the uscgc cherokee (watf 165) from sept 1961 to oct 1963. was a fireman in B1 and B2 enginerooms. Interesting time of my life! ____________________ Mitchel, Please send your E-address to <SNIPE@NAFTS.com> so he can update your membership record. _______________________

Guest: FRANK PARKER     AboutGuest: DECK APE. WERECOMMISSIONED THE YARD TUG 417 IN P     Date: 8/9/2006 6:31:49 AM

 THIS IS FRANK PARKER AGAIN, I DID REMEMBERTHE BOATS ,NAME ,HE WAS 1C B.M.BURBAKER ________________________ Frank, Please answer my E-mail. RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Frank Parker     AboutGuest: deck ape      Date: 8/7/2006 3:03:26 AM

 Frank Parker, SN inquiring of crew members of Y.T.B. 417 ?? failed to enter email last nite. fdwhitesboro@wmconnect.com further physical address is 800 apt. 503 hwy 377 N. whitesboro tx 76273

Guest: Charles Blum CWO-W4 (ret)     AboutGuest: Engineer Officer 1987-1990      Date: 7/31/2006 6:16:35 PM

 I served as Engineer Officer in Paiute from recommissioning on Sept 30 1988 to Dec 1990, buidling an Echo 38 steel hulled tug as a replica and tribute to ATF 159, I will provide Photos when complete, Would like to talk with old shipmates also. _______________________ CHARLES,PLS CONTACT ME @ RDana@NAFTS.com _________________________ RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: James M. Kelly     AboutGuest: Personnelman      Date: 7/25/2006 7:25:47 PM

 I served aboard USS Luiseno (ATF-156) from June 1963 to May 1965. My job was Personnelman. I am now retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 38 years. ______________________ James, please drop me a line at RDana@NAFTS.com. NAFTS has one member who served with you ________________________

Guest: Donna Goodson Cayton     AboutGuest: Daughter of Ray Goodson      Date: 7/22/2006 10:30:48 AM

 My father was a Commanding Officer of the USS Opportune. He recently passed on 5/11/06, would appreciate any info anyone has as I am doing a book of his life and accomplishments. He was a Japanese POW for 44 months also and quiet a hero. Thank you for your help. Donna Goodson Cayton ____________________ Donna, Thanks for your E-mail.Hope our answer helps ______________________ __________________ PLS send an E-mail to RDana@NAFTS.com, this subject. Perhaps we can help you. _____________________ dcayton@alltel.net

Guest: MARLENE GARCIA     AboutGuest: garcia.marlene@sbcglobal.net      Date: 7/22/2006 9:52:06 AM

 iM LOOKING AT A DOCUMENT Dated jan 4 1944, A crew member named Robt, A Dunning RMle V-G USNR SIGNED by Neptune rex. The top of the award says IMPERIVAN NEPTUNE REGIS USS YUMA. Can you give me an inforomation? _______________________ Certificate for crossing the equator or Intl dateline is my guess. USS YUMA is ATF-94

Guest: dodson , troy a     AboutGuest: uss paiute 1987-1990      Date: 7/21/2006 2:05:26 AM

 dodson, troy a. em3 uss paiute 1987-1990 ____________________ Troy, Thanks for the reply, Rodger Dana, NAFTS President ____________________

Guest: Dave and Debbie Grimm     AboutGuest: Converting to-liveaboard w/modern-systems      Date: 7/7/2006 11:21:34 PM

 AHOY from MV/Rebound. F.K.A.-Dillingham-tug-1961 F.K.A.-USArmy-LT-1961 ___________________ Ahoy Dave & Debbie. Please tell us about your project. Contact RDana@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: Reuban Moss     AboutGuest: farmer      Date: 7/3/2006 1:48:42 PM

 I love all the work you're doing to keep families informed and vets welfares.

Guest: Mike Paddison     AboutGuest: mikeandjopad@sbcglobal.net      Date: 6/28/2006 6:51:19 AM

 Great site. My name is Mike Paddison. I served aboard the USS Chowanoc AFT100 from 1961 - 1962 as an RM3. Made one trip to Adak, Attu, Atka and Seattle. Looking for any shipmates. __________________ Thanks for answering my e-mail, RDana _______________________

Guest: James Cauley     AboutGuest: Rm2      Date: 6/22/2006 9:59:44 PM

 Served on the USS Salish ATA 187 for one year 1958-1959. Mostly towing ships on the atlantic and gulf coast. Great duty. Two outstanding cooks, food was the best. plenty of liberty to go with it. _____________________ James, Pls contact me about Salish crew. RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: FRANCIS BROWN     AboutGuest: TRUCK/COACH DRIVER      Date: 6/20/2006 2:42:15 PM

 Thought i would say hello to you all from the scottish standard bearer of the DSRTA in the UK _____________________ Francis, Than you for visiting your sister organizations web site. We have visited Scotland several times and can't wait to visit again. Rodger (RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Francis W. Breazaele(Breez)     AboutGuest: Seaman      Date: 6/19/2006 2:43:29 PM

 Frank Breazeale, sn, USS ATAKAPA, served aboard her in 1966 - 1968. Sea detail heimsman and painted ship placks. ___________________ Frank, Please contact me about the Atakapa reunion. RDana@NAFTS.com __________________

Guest: ROBERT GORDON BM2     AboutGuest: USS MOCTOBI 1975-1978      Date: 6/9/2006 7:39:05 AM

 WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROOM SHIPMATES 502-732-0334. ADDDRESS 724 BAKER DR. CARROLLTON KY. 41008 ____________________ Robert, nice talking to you today. Rodger Dana (RDana@NAFTS.com) _______________________

Guest: Eugene Englehardt     AboutGuest: Sonar      Date: 6/5/2006 1:07:39 PM

  Entered by son, Frank (sheriff163@aol.com) My Dad is doing ok living in Valrico Fla. ______________________ Frank, Thanks for your reply to my E-mail 8 June 06 Rodger(RDana@NAFTS.com) ______________________

Guest: E.D.[ Ed] Martin MM 2C     AboutGuest: Assigned to duty in Orange Tx. 1944      Date: 6/3/2006 11:05:27 PM

 Phone 817-475-6731 __________________ Ed served on ATA 188 in 1944,was a member of her commissioning crew, went on to USS Fulton(Rodger) ___________________

Guest: Ross Kramer     AboutGuest: Retired and enjoying life      Date: 5/30/2006 7:13:41 PM

  Thanks for coming all the way from Florida, Ross. See you there, Rodger Dana, NAFTS president. Looking forward to this reunion in San Francisco and seeing some former shipmates and having a few beers with them. Haven't seen these guys for over 50 years.

Guest: James Mullenax Jr.     AboutGuest: USS Knox (FF-1052)      Date: 5/30/2006 1:30:28 PM

 My father, James Mullenax, was a Mk V diver aboard the USS Coucal ( ASR-8) around 1954-58. Any information that anyone could give me reguarding him would be greatly appreciated. James Mullenax Jr. firemedic037@yahoo.com

Guest: Curtis A Bell     AboutGuest: Cook      Date: 5/25/2006 2:45:22 PM

 My name is Curtis A Bell I served aboard the USS UTE ATF 76 frm 1971 - 1973 I was a cook Contact me at algraham1952@yahoo.co

Guest: Curtis Bell     AboutGuest: Cook      Date: 5/25/2006 2:41:16 PM

 I was aboard the USS Ute from December 1971 through February 1973

Guest: Reed Brignac     AboutGuest: Grandson WWII Tug Sailor      Date: 5/13/2006 6:15:57 PM

 Many thanks to the NAFTS for helping me put my Grandfather in touch with his 1944-1946 shipmates. God Bless the Conserver. Thank you Tom Thomas for all your help. I'm finally getting around to joining him up. Thanks, Reed

Guest: Vince Massi     AboutGuest: retired school teacher      Date: 4/27/2006 6:39:14 PM

 I just read about the USS Pawnee (ATF-74). It was towing the damaged light cruiser Houston to safety when Japanese aircraft attacked. They flashed the signal "We'll stand by you!" _____________________ Yes the Pawnee did that. Which book were you reading, Vince? RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: jerry e foster     AboutGuest: EN2 1961-1965, uss apache a t f 67      Date: 4/23/2006 1:59:33 AM

  _______________________ JERRY, Do you remember EN2 Dennis Harriman, 1961-65? He is a NAFTS member. Please E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com ________________________

Guest: Nancy Standley Phillips     AboutGuest: Legal Secretary, New York City      Date: 4/21/2006 9:18:56 PM

 My father Robert Standley (1921-1982) served on the USS Jicarilla in WWII. Although he was proud of his service, he never talked about it much except to say the other ships always liked to see "the ice cream ship" coming around. I'd love to know if any of you gentlemen remember my dad. --->NANCY,contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com <-------

Guest: Carol (Fox) Barr, M.A.     AboutGuest: Learning Strategist, California State University,      Date: 4/20/2006 8:42:23 PM

  My father, Glenn Fox joined the Navy in 1943 and served on the USS Zuni in World War II. I am very proud of my father and all those men and women who have served in the armed forces for our country. Carol, please contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com Carol (Fox) Barr Learning Strategist California State University, Long Beach California State University, Long Beach

Guest: Danny Nollsch     AboutGuest: I was a Yeoman Striker.      Date: 4/20/2006 6:07:41 PM

 I served on USS Takelma ATF-113 in 63-64. Danny, Please contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Danny Nollsch     AboutGuest: After Takelma I was in Vietnam w/MCB-58.      Date: 4/20/2006 6:06:46 PM

  I served on the USS Takelma ATF-113 in 63-64 homeported in Pearl Harbor. I was a Yeoman striker and was also on deck force for awhile.

Guest: John Moss     AboutGuest: Engineman      Date: 4/6/2006 2:06:42 AM

 John Moss: On board U.S.S.Apache ATF67 1964 thru 1965 as Engineman third Class. I would like to hear from anyone that was aboard the Apache at that time. I retired at great Lakes Il. in 1980 after serving twenty years. Ican be contacted at a63polara@sbcglobal.net

Guest: Laddie Bushwa Burianek SSC     AboutGuest: CS2 The CGC Cherokee      Date: 4/4/2006 2:55:32 PM

 Laddie (Bushwa ) Burianek CS2 CGC Cherokee Wat-165 04/55 to 06/56. Then transfered to Ocean City MD for Three Months. Then On the Winter Quarter Lightship Wal 529 Went Into the CG Reserves and Retired 1980. Friend gave me the name bushwa When the Movie Oinion Head came out.

Guest: Gordon Masse     AboutGuest: ETR2, USS Moctobi 1965-66      Date: 3/31/2006 3:23:17 PM

 Great website. ____________________ ______________________ Gordon, you were replaced as ET by Mike Baughman in 1967. Is this correct? E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com ________________________ _______________________

Guest: Patrick Sisler     AboutGuest: Towing/Salver/Sub-Rescue      Date: 3/30/2006 2:18:55 AM

 Hello shipmates, divers, fellow salvers. Served abourd the USS KITTIWAKE (ASR-13) Nov81-Nov83 out of VA Great Boat. This is a great site TY. BMCS(SW) Patrick Sisler Ret BM2(SW)/BM1(SW) on ASR Contractor in Grass Valley CA altasierrahi@lycos.com

Guest: BOB PETERS     AboutGuest: NOW LIVING IN VANCOUVER WA.      Date: 3/28/2006 1:31:38 AM

 I WAS A DECK APE,,, MADE IT TO A BM2 served in USS SHAKORI ATF 162 1968-1971 USS UTE ATF 76 1973 -1974 IF YOU REMEMBER ME DROP A LINE AT Pt3Rb@aol,com

Guest: Paul A. Schroeder, Jr.     AboutGuest: ATF 86...1969? & ATA 192...1971?      Date: 3/13/2006 11:40:45 PM

 Was aboard USS Mataco aprox. 12/69-?/71. Look forward to hearing from "OLD" friends. Regards to all!!!!! Paul A. Schroeder, Jr. USS Mataco ATF 86 USS Tillamook ATA 192 Private_Detective@sbcglobal.net

Guest: LT(jg) Bob Nass     AboutGuest: Missionary - CSB Ministries      Date: 3/8/2006 5:55:56 AM

 I was Ops/Comm Officer on the "Around the World" cruise of the USS Shakori (ATF-162) from 28 Sep 65 to 8 Apr 66. The Shakori celebrated her 20th birthday while on this trip, which was to tow a Heavy Liftcraft from Scotland to Subic Bay for harbor clearance in Viet Nam. Bob,Email me at RDana@NAFTS.com I know Ray Czar

Guest: EN1 Zieminski (ZEKE) David     AboutGuest: I just retired from detroit diesel and the Navy Re     Date: 3/5/2006 8:34:00 PM

 LOOKING FOR ANY ONE THAT SERVED ON THE USS SIOUX AIF-75 in 1965-66. I was chief engineer at that time in charge of the main engine room.contact me at www.usnrpo1@wowway.com

Guest: George F Shaw     AboutGuest: Engineer      Date: 2/25/2006 6:39:21 AM

 Worked on U S Army LTs in Alaska as a civilian employee in 1947, 8 &9. also in 1956 &57. Also while in the Army in 1952. Worked as an engineer on the LT's 366, 372, 452 (wooden "Miki-Miki" type) and 130, 643, 646, 648 (Steel 123ft). Also worked on several ST's and an ex yacht (Q-134). GEORGE, JOIN NAFTS! RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Joseph R. Prueitt     AboutGuest: Mechanical Designer - TN Valley Authority 30 yrs.      Date: 2/15/2006 12:29:43 PM

 Joseph R. Prueitt EN-3 U.S.S. Petrel ASR-14 1963 thru 1965 Any ASR sailor contact at jrprueitt@comcast.net

Guest: Roger R. Bell, II Virignia     AboutGuest: Financial Planner      Date: 2/12/2006 5:04:10 PM

 My father, Roger R. Bell, served on the AT30-Oeacn Going Tug, US Sciota, based in Norfolk, VA in 1941-42, as seaman, prior to transferring to the US Armed Guard and serving as gunner mate on the tanker, US Spioleine, a Gulf Co. tanker, in the from Texas to Norfolk,VA ports. Taught gunnery school in Camp Shelton, VA on 5" 38.

Guest: Vince Brennan (AD28)     AboutGuest: Sailmaker and knottyer      Date: 2/6/2006 11:13:32 PM

 Looking for someone who served on USS NIPMUC during that 'WONDERFUL' NATO crossing in November 1968... How DID you guys eat anything??? artisan@frayedknotarts.com

Guest: Bruce Wood (Woody) DC2     AboutGuest: Key West      Date: 2/4/2006 3:08:07 PM

 Served on the USS Bushnell AS-15, had a chance for harbor tugs in Philly in 61 wish I had taken it!!

Guest: Larry Christensen     AboutGuest: RD3      Date: 1/31/2006 12:30:51 AM

 I serves aboard the Takelma ATF113 from 1951 to 1953 as a Radarman 3rd. larrymarlachristensen@juno.com

Guest: Jim Lindsey     AboutGuest: Veterans Workforce Specialist, Eureka, CA.      Date: 1/20/2006 12:43:43 AM

 I Served on the Takama ATF-113 as the Personnel Man, my wife was the ombudsman. ??????????????????????? JIM, What Years? Please contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com ????????????????????????

Guest: Billy J Shafer     AboutGuest: Onan field service      Date: 1/15/2006 5:08:55 PM

 My father was on the USS Cahuilla.GM-3 Herbert Shafer BILLY, What years did he serve on Cahuilla? RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Carol Lay     AboutGuest: daughter      Date: 1/7/2006 8:32:20 PM

 I am searching for shipmates of my Dad who was on the Taluga sometime between 1957-1961...(he was also on the Seneca)... I am trying to find his name on a roll or any shipmate of his. His name is Joe Whitmire from Arkansas. My Dad died in April 2005...we miss him terribly and want to write all of his history down for the rest of our family to pass on to the future generations. Carol Lay, Springfield, Mo (Laveta72@aol.com)

Guest: Tom Adkins     AboutGuest: okidutmsvaco@yahoo.com      Date: 1/2/2006 7:05:35 AM

 Great site fellas - hey, if anyone cares, I ran across (on eBay no less!) the commissioning invitation for the USS Opportune, from Oct. 45 - my father, Charles Knopp, was the commander who took her from Napa shipyard, into service. I could scan it or copy it and send to you, if desired. I may have some pics to submit, as well, if I can find them.

Guest: Geroge R Holloway     AboutGuest: CPO Navigation      Date: 1/2/2006 12:47:13 AM

 Navigation CPO Joined 10-31-55 56-61 USS Chowanoc ATF 100 61-64 VR 21 Barbers Point, Hi 64-69 USS Cleveland LPD 7 69-70 USS Vancouver 70-72 Ream Field San Diago 72-75 USS Mt McKinley CCS 75-78 USS Ouelette FF 78-81 USS Sylvania Sup AFS 2 Thanks for the info, George! Rodger 81-86 MSC Pearl Harbor Asst to Asst Operations Off & Command Chief Retired 10-30-86

Guest: CS3 Bruce Heil     AboutGuest: Above details.      Date: 12/20/2005 3:41:43 AM

 I was aboard USS Cahokia ATA-186 from January 1970 to April or May 1971. I was a cook. Looking for shipmates. I was blessed to find CO Kinsey. Thanks for this site. I am planning to join as a member with the next month. BRUCE,Dick Kinsley is a member. E-mail me, RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: James T. Cauley     AboutGuest: Radioman Second Class Petty Officer      Date: 12/13/2005 6:42:40 AM

 I was RM2 serving aboard the USS Salish ATA187 during 1058-1959 stationed in New Orleans. A lot of moth ball ships towed between Galveston Tex to and from locations up and down the East Coast. ------------------- JAMES, we have 3 of your shipmates in NAFTS.Pls E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Ian "Inky" Stevens     AboutGuest:  Fleet Supt - Pacific Towing (PNG. )      Date: 12/5/2005 12:24:07 AM

 Greetings to all Tuggers, Great site which I came across whilst searching for "Turmoil" - (of course famed for the "Flying Enterprise" incident in the 50's). We are buying a later "Turmoil" from Port Pirie in South Australia to relocate to our tug / salvage fleet in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. We still get some interesting jobs as well as day to day harbour work for our 9 tugs. Once again a great site and good to see the depth of commitment of you Guys. Yours Aye, Ian "Inky" Stevens Fleet Supterintendent Pacific Towing (PNG) Ltd ______________________ Thanks, Inky. We are committed to preserving Tug history. Glad you enjoy our website. Rodger _______________________

Guest: Chuck Sipman     AboutGuest: MOMM/2C      Date: 12/2/2005 7:28:21 PM

 Merry Christmas to all tuggers From a old crew member of the ARS 23 1944 to 1946 Chuck Sipman. sips@bmi.net _____________________ Thanks for the entry, Chuck, Rodger ______________________

Guest: Henry Boyd Mason, LCdr, USN Re    AboutGuest: Retired and living in Stevensville, Mt.      Date: 12/2/2005 5:10:40 AM

  Hello. I was XO on the USS Munsee ATF 107, 1964- 1967. Enjoyed the site. Would love to hear from any Munsee crewmembers. ______________________ Please E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com There are several Munsee shipmates in NAFTS __________________________

Guest: Alyssa Lehr     AboutGuest: daughter of a navy veteran      Date: 11/19/2005 3:48:48 AM

 Hello Sailors! I am the proud daughter of Lauren L Lehr, RM3 on the U.S.S. Reindeer ATA 189. I have many fantastic pictures of his deployments from 1942-on I would love to share them. Please contact me at alyssa_lehr@hotmail.com --->ALYSSA, I'm sending you E-mail from RDana@NAFTS.com from RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Ross C.Ward, ENC, USN/Ret     AboutGuest: Retired, yet stil working      Date: 11/15/2005 2:48:47 AM

 First time aboard, heard about your assn fron a fellow member of my VFW post, here in Ann Arbor, Mi. I was a member of the crew of USS Cree,ATF86, out of San Diego in 1971/1972 Assistant Chief Engineer.

Guest: Lloyd Jamison S1/c     AboutGuest: E-mail JamisonOk.AOL      Date: 11/12/2005 5:03:03 PM

 This veterns day 2005, I would like to say a special thank,s to all you old salvage vessel crewmen who are still arouned and a prayer for those that have gone before us.A special prayer for Anthony(Tony) Gugliocello(Gully)SM2/c Who passed away Oct 6 this year.God bless you Tony __________________ Thanks Lloyd, our NAFTS Arikira shipmate! ___________________

Guest: Victor     AboutGuest: son      Date: 11/8/2005 4:54:00 AM

 my name is victor martinez the son of Anthony G Martinez (Jody) He served on the USS Moctobi during Veitnam. I would love to contact some of his shipmates. 210 831 8421 _______________________ VICTOR, Thanks for your request. It's being worked now. ______________________

Guest: Hank Baxter     AboutGuest: CMDCM (SS/SW/DV) retired      Date: 11/3/2005 12:44:29 PM

 All you Copper Collar Divers, and other wanna-bees, yesterday 02 November 2005 ground was broken at the Submarine Base, Groton, CT for a new 17 million dollar escape training tank. It is expected to be completed by 2008. Just another opportunity for a MDV and other divers to get some shore duty. Oh, the fond memories I have at that place. I was even a Duty DV when she burnt. Imagine losing 110 feet of water? I will try to keep you posted on the building. ________________________ Hank, Thanks for the info _______________________ Don't suck the bad air. Hank Baxter

Guest: Joe Wasko BM2     AboutGuest: Technical Mgr (Chemicals)      Date: 10/18/2005 7:05:06 PM

  I served on the Tawakoni ATF 114 from 67-69. It was a great time. Memories of Subic, Sasebo, Singapore and chasing that trawler around Yankee Station! Taking those tows to DaNang was a real trip! Loved the time in Pearl Harbor.

Guest: Michael Nairne     AboutGuest: Radioman 2nd      Date: 9/28/2005 6:59:43 PM

 I served aboardthe Mataco ATF86 after tour in vietnam, aug 67 thru 12/67 got and early out. Always remembered having port/starboard radio watches in port.. Anybody know where the cook "beans & weanies" went

Guest: CMDCM(SW) H.J. Marshall     AboutGuest: CMC, NAR Brunswick ME      Date: 9/21/2005 5:03:08 PM

 First ship was USS Moctobi (ATF 105) stationed in Long Beach CA from Aug 1983-Sep 1985 as an EN2 in M-Div. jamie.marshall@navy.mil

Guest: R. A. Remington     AboutGuest: Engineer      Date: 9/11/2005 5:00:52 PM

  Serving on an 85,000 ton carrier (USS Enterprise) and then finding myself on an ATA (USS Samoset) was awesome! That first trip was "living hell". R.A., You are the first ATA 190 shipmate to check-in.Pls E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Michael (Mike) Spiro, CW5(Ret)    AboutGuest: Harbormaster, Ship's Master (Tugs, LSVs), etc..      Date: 9/11/2005 7:08:43 AM

 I'm proud to have serrved with a group of Army Mariners that led professional lives in uniform, serving their country with the same values that Gen. Gordon Sullivan gave to the following generations of soldiers. ______________________ Truly spoken, Mike. NAFTS welcomes Army tuggers to our membership. ____________________

Guest: Rex Shrum     AboutGuest: Child Abuse Task Force Coordinator Dis. 27 OK.      Date: 9/8/2005 11:02:42 PM

 My regards to all that served those yet alive and those like my father Glen Leon Shrum that have pass to a better place. My father was a CBM and served aboard an MSB in Korea. Proud to have been raised by and known so many of our Korean vets. Thanks to you all.

Guest: Joe Newton     AboutGuest: (Food Production - Sea Cadet CO)      Date: 9/6/2005 9:46:40 PM

 Served onboard CHOWANOC as PN3 in '66; onboard PAPAGO as PN1 from '81 to '84 ______________________ Thanks, Joe. Hope you will join NAFTS and attend our reunions. Rodger Dana, NAFTS President and Chowanoc 56-68 _______________________

Guest: Jimmy Rodriguez     AboutGuest: Retired Meat Cutter      Date: 8/24/2005 10:29:51 PM

 jamesrodriguez@cableone.net _________________ Welcome, to NAFTS membership,Jimmy ! __________________

Guest: Jon Waara: jonwaa@hotmail.com    AboutGuest: Tawasa Fall '58 - Dec '61; RD2; Retired ag banker.     Date: 8/20/2005 12:53:30 AM

 Great finding you. Would be good to swap sea stories. It was interesting seeing photos taken winter 58-59 at Adak by Bill Conrad when I was aboard.

Guest: James Colon EM2     AboutGuest: Worked out of Steubenville on Wenham Transportatio     Date: 8/16/2005 12:55:21 PM

 Richard McKelvey are you from the Steubenville ohio area?

Guest: Roy Riley retired     AboutGuest: Auto repair      Date: 8/14/2005 4:51:46 AM

 Was on USS Cahuilla 152---45-47--good duty-good crew --In Nagasaki,Japan on sept.21-45--saw what the Atom Bomb did--____________________ Ray, 2 NAFTS members, MOMM3 Farmer & EM1 Kish, served with you on ATF 152. Pls E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com _______________________

Guest: Richard Mckelvey     AboutGuest: DC2      Date: 8/11/2005 2:59:38 AM

 Richard Mckelvey DC2 69-70 wespac and San Diego. Cree was a good duty station. ________________________ Richard, NAFTS has 29 Cree members, 6 served with you. Pls e-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com ________________________

Guest: R. LARISON     AboutGuest: BLACKSMITH, SANTA FE. N.M.      Date: 8/11/2005 2:52:59 AM

 SERVED ON THE USS CREE ATF 84 UNTIL DISCHARGED IN SAN DIEGO IN 1970. QM 2ND. ________________________ Shipmate Larison, 29 Cree shipmates are NAFTS members, 6 served with you.Pls contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Randy Guckeen     AboutGuest: Radioman      Date: 8/11/2005 1:35:07 AM

 Stationed aboard USS Molala ATF 106 as radioman 1973-1974 _______________________ Randy, NAFTS has 40 Molala members, 2 served with you. Pls give me an e-mail at RDana@NAFTS.com ________________________

Guest: Darryl P Wood     AboutGuest: Retired Banker      Date: 7/30/2005 1:56:42 PM

 Served aboard USS PENGUIN (ASR12) 62-63 _____________________ Darryl, Please contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com. We have very little data on PENGUIN and hope you can help us. _____________________

Guest: Larry J. Wiens     AboutGuest: Radioman      Date: 7/29/2005 2:12:34 AM

 Served aboard Uss Coucal from 1958-1962 ______________________ Larry, please contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com . NAFTS has 5 ASR 8 shipmates as members, 2 of them from your time, BMC Henry Tierno & LCDR Horace Baimbridge. ____________________

Guest: Orbin Banks(SFM3)     AboutGuest: I am now a retired General Motors autoworker      Date: 7/27/2005 11:20:37 PM

 I served aboard the U.S.S. Shakori during it's around the world cruise with the second longest tow ever (1965-1966) It was a great experience although very rough at times.Before this I served aboard the U.S.S. Vulcan(AR5). What a difference.I went from any tool you needed to haedly no tools at all

Guest: Ray Purdy Jr.     AboutGuest: My name is Ray Purdy Jr. My father served as an E     Date: 7/26/2005 2:46:54 AM

 My name is Ray Purdy Jr. My father served as an Electricians Mate on ATF 156 and 157 in the 60's. My memories of the crew and the mission of the Fleet Tug inspired my Naval Career (I retired as a CWO3 in 1995). In fact I proudly wore a USS Nipmunc patch on my flight jacket throughout my career. Thanks guys for the great memories and the proud service. -> Thanks for the good words,Ray. RDana,NAFTS Pres.

Guest: William Bissell     AboutGuest: Amphibious Warfare Officer      Date: 7/19/2005 8:58:12 PM

 I am impressed with the web page and thrilled to learn that this association exists. I recently saw a photograph of a ship model built by Martin Bernhardt on the web page and am interested in contacting Mr. Bernhardt about the model. The ship is the USS Seneca, ATF-91. This ship is of special importance to me as I was christened aboard her in 1966 as a 6-month old "midshipman" during the period in which my father was her Commanding Officer. I have since followed in my father's footsteps and have served as a Naval Officer for 16 years now. Does anyone have a contact for Mr. Bernhardt? Please reply to wbissell@dewberry.com

Guest: Mike Filkins     AboutGuest: EN2 now a Civillian      Date: 7/18/2005 11:29:28 PM

 The Photos of the USS Conserver and USS Preserver at the Panama Canl sent in to the photo section by Mike Filkins were taken on or around July 1990

Guest: em3 dodson     AboutGuest: paiute 87-90      Date: 7/18/2005 2:49:12 AM

 what up to the paiute crew _______________________ EM3 Dodson, please contact me at RDana@NAFTS.com ______________________

Guest: Pod     AboutGuest: Am in the office after 13 years on towboats .      Date: 6/29/2005 8:51:51 PM

 Anyone out there stationed on any one of the 3 tugboats in Holy Loch,Scotland between Jan.,1984-Aug.,1987? Send me an email at davidpodurgiel@consolenergy.com. Karl(Switch)Keene is also a member.

Guest: Jose Romero RM2, USS Shakori     AboutGuest: RM2      Date: 6/25/2005 3:55:39 AM

 I was on board the USS SHAKORI ATF-162 from 8/73 to 12/76. I have been in touch with few of my shipmates. Dan Gray one of our shipmate is trying to get a reunion going some time in the near future. Jose,please contact me about ATF 162 reunion. RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Patrick Hasson     AboutGuest: FN and mess cook.      Date: 6/3/2005 4:11:55 PM

 Hello to all my old shipmates from USS MOLALA ATF 106 Nov. 1969 to Sep 1971. Hard to beleave it's been 34 years! God bless you all and take care. ________________________ All the best to you, Patrick. How about joining NAFTS? Please E-mail me at RDana@NAFTS.com Rodger ______________________ ______________________

Guest: Mark H. Tenney, MSgt (Retired)    AboutGuest: USAF January 2004 HooAH!      Date: 5/27/2005 11:13:06 PM

 I am the son of Hal Tenney (ET2) Petty Officer 2nd Class and a member of the USS Hitchiti, ATF-103 National Association of Fleet Tug Sailors. I wanted to say I am proud of my dad for serving our county and for always being there for me. Thanks Dad !

Guest: Kurt Grube     AboutGuest: son/kgrube@us.ibm.com      Date: 5/27/2005 2:00:15 AM

 Henry J. Grube SK3 USS Nipmuc ATF-157 1951-1953 deceased 7 Nov 1992 Always talked about his ship and shipmates and Cpt. being a mustang Kurt, Thanks.

Guest: John McElroy was ship's PN     AboutGuest: pn1/c      Date: 5/26/2005 6:17:16 PM

 Was on the Mighty Quapaw (atf-110) from 79-82. Had a great tour with some really great sailors. Rememer when the Co (John Kenny) told us we were going to stand down after the yard period if we got out early? Got out early only to get in the harness to tow BB-62 from Bremerton to L/Beach for refitting!

Guest: John Bailey     AboutGuest: En2      Date: 5/16/2005 2:24:23 AM

 Hi All Johnathan I Bailey "Beetle Bailey" En2 ATF 103 1956-1959 and 1966-1969 Email address jibailey1937@yahoo.com

Guest: Bob Westerdale     AboutGuest: retired school teacher {ATF-81}      Date: 5/15/2005 12:26:43 AM

 served on USS Bannock ATF-81 early fiftys. Bob, Thanks for your entry. Rodger Dana ____________________

Guest: J.R. DICKSON EN3     AboutGuest: 5-5-05 2223hrs.      Date: 5/6/2005 5:26:46 AM

 USS YUMA ATF94 58 59 FROM ASTORIA ORE. TO KARACHI PAKISTAN

Guest: John E. Walsh GMG-1 us.Navy     AboutGuest: Ret. 22YERS in the U.S. Navy      Date: 5/5/2005 9:40:14 PM

 Hi my name is johnE. Walsh and I served on the uss. Grapple ARS-7 in1965 & 67. When the uss.Frank Knox DDR-742 hit and ran aground on Pratis Reef. It took us 53 days to get her off the Reef in the South China Sea..I was a GMG-2 at the time.They filled her with form to get her off the Reef.

Guest: R.B.Bommy     AboutGuest: Ship:USS MADDOX {DD731}      Date: 5/4/2005 11:15:31 PM

 hi mates, i am looking for anybody who served aboard a salvage ship in the Gulf of Tonkin on or around Aug 5 1964. It is very important, Please contact me. At bommy@amvets.us or call:717-865-3480

Guest: jeffrey (jeff)darling     AboutGuest: retired 1999,ge-lynn,ma,31 years      Date: 5/4/2005 9:50:09 AM

 served aboard the uss utina atf163 based out of little creek,virginia from 1966-1968.i was the ship!s main lookout for the two years.i was a sn deck hand.had a great two years on board.lots of good memories.i have lots of old pictures if anyone wants to see them. JEFF,THANKS FOR JOINING NAFTS<---------------

Guest: Scott Leslie     AboutGuest: F3      Date: 5/2/2005 10:13:40 PM

 Served aboard the USS Cree ATF 84 From October 1968-January 1970 as a FN3 Would like to hear from anyone who served in that time or lives in the San Diego area. e-mail nuiscott@cox.net

Guest: Rick Phillips ENC (ret)     AboutGuest: E-1/E4 in HOT Engineroom      Date: 4/27/2005 11:25:16 PM

 U.S.S. CATAWBA ATA_210 12-60 / 4-65

Guest: THOMAS A COLE EWC USN(RET)     AboutGuest: SUPPLY CLERK DDPH PEARL HBR      Date: 4/27/2005 9:01:44 PM

 SERVED ON USS PENOBSCOT ATA-188 1963-1964

Guest: Todd Menard     AboutGuest: Son of Stanley C Menard      Date: 4/26/2005 6:02:00 PM

 Stan Menard, USS Partridge, AM-16, ATO-138 past away April 12, 2005 in Massachusetts and was buried with Military Honors. Participated at Normandy when torpedoed. I would like to know more of my dad's past. Any shipmates who have stories or memories please respond to tmenard@cox.net God Bless America!

Guest: BM2 Joe Wasko ATF 114     AboutGuest: BM2      Date: 4/25/2005 2:17:35 AM

 served on the USS Tawakoni ATF 114 out of Pearl from 1967 to 1969. Made a couple of West Pac trips as well as that great Adak adventure. Hope to hear from any mates. [Joe, How about BM3 Dale Lewis, '67-68, a NAFTS member?]

Guest: J.C.Kennelley     AboutGuest: Retired Electrician living in Arkansas City, KS      Date: 4/9/2005 5:10:33 PM

 Served on board U.S.S. Arikara ATF-98 1960 to August 1963 _____________________ (J.C. is one of the original 38 members of NAFTS, formed in 1989) [Rodger] _______________________

Guest: Walt Mathers     AboutGuest: scard@bcpl.net      Date: 4/4/2005 6:03:04 AM

 Got to hadle lines aboard the ATF ZUNI, last surviving vessel in Iwo Jima anphib landing as she transited Port Covington to Fells Pt. Baltimore Harbour last week. In 1946 ZUNI was transfer'd to the CG where she became the TAMAROA and may be best known for her dramtic rescue off of Cape Cod of a downed Helo. The TAM then participated in Movie entitled the Perfect Storm. The all volunteer crew hopes to have her moved to West Point, VA sometime this year.

Guest: Jack Goldberg, YNT2, Dayton OH    AboutGuest: 04/03/'05 Plank Owner      Date: 4/3/2005 7:34:11 PM

 ATA 192, USS TILLAMOOK. Was ship's yeoman 3/'51 thru 5/'51. Severe sea sickness. Last trip between Adak and Amchitka, took 60 degree roll. Office and galley destroyed. Transferred back to NavSta Adak until 11/'51.

Guest: Dave W Coppock F1/c     AboutGuest: plank owner ATR-71 from 10/44 to 4/46 in wespacn      Date: 3/28/2005 11:21:49 PM

 was taking care of my little twin boilers..super typhoon between guam and okinawa made 47 degree roll..exec ed madruga pulled us thru ok had to return to ulithie due to ship taking on water ..per deck loga crew quartes flooded..tossed sea anchor around and cracked on rib..natch were wooden..built in billingham wa. we were from leyete to ulithi to buckner bay okinawa..saw many many ships destroyed when the typhoon we were in went on to okinawa..anyonr fro the ATR-71 call me at 580 234 4563...les martin..andy andrews andclovis burden are not with us anymore..best regards..Dave Coppock

Guest: John Kunzman E5     AboutGuest: Oregon State Game Trooper      Date: 3/25/2005 12:53:57 AM

 John Kunzman. I served on the USS Conserver ARS39 from 1967-1968. On a WestPac Cruise, during a typoon, we rescued a frieghter off of Subic Bay. When we crossed her bow to throw a line, she rammed us and tipped the ship to 48%. Those of you who served on ARS's know at 45% they roll over. The friegters bow stuck to us and the next wave righted us. Lost a mike boat, two eels anchors and all our diving gear as a very large hole was into the ships hull at the diving locker. In Nam, we salveged a P3B in the Tonkin Gulf and a huey gun ship off the DMZ. Blew up a frieghter that ran aground on Wake Island at the end of the run way. Sunk her good in about 2000 feet of water. Had fun diving until I went to Nam with a IUWG team for 1.5 years in Quin Yhan

Guest: MIDN 4/C G.A. Hafer     AboutGuest: Midshipman USNA class of 2008      Date: 3/22/2005 4:48:45 PM

 These gentlemen are very impressive individuals. I had the brief opportunity to talk with a former Master Chief about these amazing ships. Today's Navy never really speaks of them but to my growing knowledge I was able to learn. Thanks gentlemen.

Guest: Dave Campbell BMC(SW NEC 0161)    AboutGuest: Trained by BMCS Longaker as Tugmaster for Guam & S     Date: 3/22/2005 2:54:42 AM

 This site is getting better every time I come back. I am very impressed. Tug sailors have a place to be & I mean Be. Tugs & tugmasters have made Pilots what the are...Don't you agree?.

Guest: Fred Peerenboom     AboutGuest: Engineman 3rd class. Engine Room and Motor Room.      Date: 3/21/2005 9:22:12 PM

 Served aboard the ATF101, USS Cocopa. 1961-1963 _____________________ Fred, Thanks for your reply, Rodger ________________________

Guest: Steven (Steve) Reed     AboutGuest: GMG3      Date: 3/21/2005 5:38:43 PM

 Served aboard the USS Beaufort ATS-2, 1971 - 1975.

Guest: Gener Marcelo in the Philippin    AboutGuest: Fine Scale Modeler      Date: 3/21/2005 2:35:04 PM

 Greetings! I am a mahogany model builder, I would like to build a 1/92 scale model of a T-ATF Powhatan class. I am in need of a plans to use, please help me locate what I need. Your assistance is highly appreciated. Thank you and best regards.

Guest: Norman D. Clarke     AboutGuest: Retired      Date: 3/16/2005 11:46:11 PM

 Hello, My name is Norman D. Clarke. I served in the Navy from October 1956 to October 1960. I was stationed in Pearl Harbor. I served on the Arakara # 98 from January 1957 to October 1960. When I discharged I went to work as a Maintenance Mechanic at a can plant in the bay area. Later I moved to Modesto, CA where I continued to work in the same field. Recently retired just enoying the time boating & RV'ing.

Guest: Capt. Phil Martin     AboutGuest: Retired Tug Captain      Date: 3/14/2005 6:55:32 PM

 Hello, I am a retired tug Captain and collector of Tug related stuff and I was cleaning out a chest that I have not been in for many years and came across a copper plate with hammer and punck designe of an Eagle and U.S.S. Y. T. 324, it is 4 1/2 inches across. I looked it up on your site and see that it is the ex. Louie II, built in 1929 and commisioned in 1942. Do you know who might have made it. I can be reached at fishtrap@centurytel.net or 363-665-6246. I have enjoyed your site.

Guest: Donald Lofgren RMSN     AboutGuest: elofgren@ntd.net      Date: 3/12/2005 10:56:14 PM

 don lofgren [LOF] I was aboard the SAFEGUARD during it's first vietnam tour in 1965. Boy did we have fun. Love to hear from shipmates.

Guest: Martin Binkley     AboutGuest: MTBINK@JUNO.COM      Date: 3/6/2005 3:10:11 AM

  Aboard USS CHOWANOC (ATF-100) from May 1946 until July 1949. Started as Seaman and finished QM 2. ___________________ Martin, thanks for calling me, Rodger Dana ______________________

Guest: Sarah Given Frazer     AboutGuest: Dau of Sterling J. Given, SFC USS Molala 1943-1945     Date: 3/6/2005 2:57:09 AM

 My father boarded the USS Molala in San Diego just after ship commissioned, went directly to S. Pacific until Surrender. Was one of the oldest drafted sailors in WWII and lived to age 93, DOD 3/3/01. Have pics of ship and crew. SARAH,What is your E-address? Send it to RDana@NAFTS.com

Guest: Don S. Montgomery, USN(Ret.)     AboutGuest: Photo Accesssionist DSN 288-6026      Date: 3/4/2005 4:07:19 PM

 Photographic Accesssionist GS-11 and Naval Historian at the Naval Media Center. Maintain modern Navy collection from 1982 to present. But I am familiar with the older files and help out when I can. I will retire in Dec. 2005. Hope they get someone good to take my place. DON, THAT WILL BE HARD TO DO!, Rodger

Guest: Danny L. Higgins, BMCM (ret.)    AboutGuest: years of service 1962-1992      Date: 2/28/2005 9:05:40 PM

 I served on the USS Abnaki (ATF-96) from Jan 1965 through March of 1968. Reported aboard as a BM3 and left as a BM1 (passed exam, as was waiting for an advancement date) ________________________ Danny,Thanks for joining NAFTS __________________________

Guest: William J. Barnes     AboutGuest: LCDR, USN (retired)      Date: 2/25/2005 7:41:48 PM

 I served aboard the USS Penobscot ATA 188 from 1952 until 1954. I left the ship as the ships yeoman YNT2. We sailed from the Brooklyn Navy Yard and reached places like Goose Bay Labador and Coco Solo Panama and many places in between. SEE NOTE BELOW --->Pls give me an E-call at RDana@NAFTS.com -------

Guest: Ronnie D. Sommerfelt     AboutGuest: Retired U.S. Army      Date: 2/24/2005 4:46:33 PM

 USS Conserver (ARS-39) served onboard 1963-1964. Salvage ship operations off Phillippine Islands, trained divers in Chinhae, Korea. Was deck seaman, helmsman, lookout watch, and yeoman striker.

Guest: Carroll hill     AboutGuest: E3 BM      Date: 2/22/2005 1:10:13 AM

 USS Keywadin ATA 213 (thats Atomic Tug Attack) Ha Served aboard her 67-68 Towed various interesting items from spa's to sink in the path of Hurricans for study, to a sub up the Saint Lawerance seaway for Detroit sea scouts. Great Crew. chill139@kc.rr.com

Guest: Phil Beith     AboutGuest: Radioman 3d      Date: 2/21/2005 5:16:58 AM

 RM3 USS Munsee ATF 107 _ . _ . . _ _ _ . _ . _ . 1953-54 Phillip G. Beith Niagara Falls NY