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| Date | 2014-12-11 |
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| Message | I recently dreamed about the pas when I we t aboard as a new SA, she was at Hunters PA in SF. 3 months in the deck deck force. I was not cut out to be a BM. I got into the Radar gang. Spent 2 months as a mess cook. Got to go to class A Radar school. Came back aboard in Dec '51, took exam for 3rd classpassed. I was 18. Worked under a good 2nd class, Melenda. Dec 52 took exam for 2nd class, became LPO radar, age19. Then became LPO of Ops Div. Burr Hulu was X2 L DR Laws was CO, Ltd Harvey L Smith was Ops Officer. All of these were great officers to serve u der. Took exam for 1st class in Dec 53,passed and promoted 4 15 54. Discharged 5 27 54 after serving 3 years 9 months 9 days 2 hrs 2 in in the USN, almost 3 MO the before my 21st bd. I had a good tour in the USN and consider re up but after having an erosive with the CO that replaced Capt Laws I had all I wanted of officers that were Chicken S---. I met a lot of good people during my time aboard and Remer most of the good times and a few of the mid watches, in port and at sea. During my time aboard I served as MAA, GUARD Mail PO. It fell my lot to escort several screw ups to the Naval Station Brig. I often wonder how some of them ended up. Forgive me, these are the thoughts and memories of an 81 year old about his youth. |
| Date | 2014-11-30 |
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| Message | Hope everyone had a Great Thanksgiving ! ! This for my dad Edward Hayas 1943 |
| Date | 2014-11-18 |
| Message | Hi Wayne This is Leon Ramshaw and my wife would like to chat with you but we lost your e-mail address would you send it to us. Thanks, Leon eydier@comcast.net |
| Date | 2014-11-11 |
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| Message | Hello! My grandfather, WT Reese, served on the Spangler from 1943 to 1945. I just found a scrapbook he made during those years. I wish I knew more; unfortunately, he is no longer around to share stories. He passed away when I was young and I never had a chance to ask about his service. I do have several photos that I would love to share and maybe even learn more about. How can I do that? I also want to thank all who served on this fine ship with my Nandaddy and after him for all you have done to protect freedom. Our country is truly blessed thanks on part to our veterans! |
| Date | 2014-10-14 |
| Message | In searching through obituaries for Santa Maria, CA, Don Cooper's hometown, I found that Don passed away on March 29, 2014. A Remembrance Page is posted on the website. |
| Date | 2014-10-02 |
| Message | In a phone conversation with Dave Norris the other evening, he mentioned that Don Cooper passed away this past April or May but wasn't sure about the date. If anyone has more information, please let me know at dorwgd@cox.net Don, as I'm sure most of you know, was a plank owner and absolute delight to visit with. I could sit for hours listening to him and Ken Nolan talk about their experiences when the Spangler was commissioned and during the war. I know I can speak for everyone in saying he will be dearly missed. |
| Date | 2014-09-06 |
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| Message | Greetings, I am the son of Dudley R Hutchins RM1, who served on the Spangler from about 1950 to 1952(ish). I'd love to hear from anybody who remembers him. if anybody has any photos,or stories, or the like, a copy would be appreciated. When and where is the next Spangler Reunion? I'd love to attend if possible. thanks Steve Hutchins, US Navy Seabee (Ret) |
| Date | 2014-07-13 |
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| Message | Hello all spangler mates&matetee*s !!!1955-1958.will not-be-able-to make it to north Carolina to the-Reunion ,In-the-process-of-relocating !!! Hope-you all have-a great time.! !!Later*s-''Andy-Anderson. |
| Date | 2014-06-15 |
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| Message | Wishing all a happy Father's Day and a Great Summer. T. J. Smith, Springfield, Illinois |
| Date | 2014-05-30 |
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| Message | Just checking in to see if Jim Raymond is arround. We were in boot camp together and then served on th Spangler together 1946 to 1948. I really enjoyed looking at all the pictures you sent in. In fact, I think I may have been behind the camera in some of those on the beach on Okinawa. Give me a hello if you are still arround. Hope every thing is well with you. Jim (Russ) Russell jimaryruss@aol.com |
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