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1985-Decom. Worked as an RP in the chaplains dept for most of my time then went to OPS ADMIN, Captains Office and Legal. I got in contact with BM3 Gene Hubbard, Grape Ape Gary Landford, and Dennis Wright. Still trying to Connect with RP Eddy WIlliams, Tony, Crazy John Smathers and Slick Rick Bays from Carolina's, and Mike Winston from OPS, IF anyone else knows them or knows me, email me at sandunesurfer@hotmail.com Thanks and Happy New Years Shipmates Whitney Sherwood <sandunesurfer@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at 09:53:04 (PST) belay my last.....i went aboard at the yards in longbeach '76' and dis embarked after the bremerton overhall '79'. but i was still a ms in S2&S5. mostly worked main galley and doggie diner i spent a couple months woking the officers mess. still my favorit word passed over the 1MC is the ship is moored. have happy new year shipmates. r.w.cotton aka r.willie cotton - Monday, December 29, 2003 at 07:36:54 (PST) was a ms in S2&S5 from 75 to79 happy new year ship mates the ship is moored my favorit word passed r.w. cotton aka r. willie cotton - Monday, December 29, 2003 at 04:40:58 (PST) I AM LOOKING FOR ANY ONE THAT WAS ON THE SHIP FROM FEB.,1963 TO OCT.,1966 IN S-2 STEW BURNERS DIV. THANKS THOMAS ZMIJEWSKI (SKI) <tomandchrisz@earthlink.net> - Sunday, December 28, 2003 at 10:04:31 (PST) Gentlemen, a Happy Holiday wish to all Coral Sea vets. I'd like to also make a rememberance here to the IOWA 47. It was in 1989 that our ship not only took heed of that disasterous mishap, but also aided in the transport of the stricken. God Bless the IOWA 47, and their families. YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 20:32:38 (PST) I served in the Marine Detachment from about 76-78. I was a squad leader, brig warden, and Captain's orderly for "Smokin Joe Frick". I remember Peter Levenhagen (Sgt.Rock) a black marine named Prat, Blade, SSGT Johns, who can forget SSGT Hector Luuis Rozado Rodriguez? Ferguson, Sgt Duffield, Sgt. Kanady, and many others. I was an orderly with Lcpl Rick Petty, who eventually married my sister Peggy (is he in Lincoln Neb. still?) I remember "The Mouse club" in San Francisco, etc. I got off the ship, was at Camp Pendleton for two years, and then got out of Marines and was working at a paraphernalia Co. in L.A. I got saved, and now am a Fundamental Baptist Missionary in Tijuana, Mexico...Believe it or not. Steve Morris <stevemissions@nethere.com> - Friday, December 26, 2003 at 19:35:38 (PST) I served in the Marine Detachment from about "the Mouse club"76-78. I was a squad leader, brig warden, and Captain's orderly for "Smokin Joe Frick". I remember Perter Levenhagen (Sgt.Rock) a black marine named Prat, Blade, SSGT Johns, who can forget SSGT Hector Luuis rozado Rodriguez? Ferguson, Sgt Duffield, Sgt. Kanady, and many others. I was an orderly with Lcpl rick Petty, who eventually married my sister Peggy (is he in Lincoln Neb. still?) I remember "The Mouse club" in San Francisco, etc. I got off the ship, was at Camp Pendleton for two years, and then got out of Marines and was working at a paraphernalia Co. in L.A. I got saved, and now am a Fundamental Baptist Missionary in Tijuana, Mexico...Believe it or not. Steve Morris <stevemissions@nethere.com> - Friday, December 26, 2003 at 19:25:49 (PST) I'm proud to have served onboard the "USS Coral Sea".I would like to say hello to all of my brothers that I served with,and to all of the ones that I have never had the pleasure of meeting up to this point. Maybe one of the reunions in the near future? God Bless all of you! God bless America! Rennie(Rock)Sutton USS Coral Sea CV-43 1/76 1/80 Rennie Sutton - Thursday, December 25, 2003 at 07:31:32 (PST) I served on Coral Sea from '84 to '88 in M-3 Div. I would like to say Merry Christmas and all of that to my shipmates. I would love to hear from any old friends. Rick Strom <r9strom@comcast.net> - Thursday, December 25, 2003 at 00:13:58 (PST) What a great web site. It brings back alot of memories. Go oi div Jim Williams <jwil72@msn.com> - Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 17:09:28 (PST) Hello to all shipmates past and present. I have not been here in a few months and thought I would drop a line and wish all of you a Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year. I have only heard from two of my former shipmates that is Gary ( chicken Hawk)Donnell, and Tom(pups)Goodwin, If any one else is out there please drop me a line. I would like to hear from guys on board from '84 thru '87 V-1 division especialy Gary Burrel, Troy Howe, Mike Nowicki(aka Noid),Gene Wright, Woody, Matt Titensor (aka Tit) and any one else who remembers good ole "hook-me-up". Hope to hear from someone new. Ricardo Coto <latinkicker@msn.com> - Monday, December 22, 2003 at 14:16:35 (PST) Just a note wishing all Coral Sea shipmates a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.... Served aboard 1977-1980 V-2 Div. Cat 2. Dan Walker <Dano021@cox.net> - Monday, December 22, 2003 at 08:39:07 (PST) Great Site!! I served aboard CSEA from August 1980 to September 1983. I was one of the "secret squirrels" that made up the OS division. Most folks didn't even know we were there!! Great working conditions, the port cat ran right through our spaces!. Great when we were in the North Pacific, but really sucked when we were in the warm weather!. I would like to hear from any other OS Division folks, either ships company or TAD for the cruises. Would also like to hear from any of the OI or OE folks. Who can forget the world cruise? John Holtz <matmonk@hotmail.com> - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 12:01:48 (PST) Just like to wish all my shipmates a MERRY XMAS. Served aboard 2/55 to 3/57 in the 4th div. I was at that time a GM3. Left ship before west coast swing and transferred to USS Randolf, CVA15. Have year book from '56 cruise. Anyone that served in that time and doesn't have a year book, i would gladly send them their division picture. Lou Casale <lou437c@earthlink.net> - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 12:34:04 (PST) Hi there, I did the World cruise 1983. Was an AMH3 in HS12. Great time had by all. Will look for pics to send your way. Any idea what awards were given for the 1983 period? Had a great time in your web site. Great job!!!! Thanks, Mark Mark R Mabie <eo1usn@aol.com> - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 00:07:20 (PST) I'm just looking for anyone who knows where I can get ahold of one of my best buds while i was Stationed on the Coral Sea, He was AB3 Michael Johnson V-4( I Think) Blue shirt 86-1990 His wife was Sharon and he was from Libertyville Illinois or Mundeline Illinois hi daughter was aileen I sure would like to chat with him Kevin (Rocky) Renaud <krenaud@alltel.net> - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 20:15:17 (PST) Served aboard the USS Coral Sea during '69 & '70 in OA Division as a Weather Guesser (Aerographers Mate). Also a member of the "Protestant Men of Coral Sea". Great memories. Terry Doepke <terry.doepke@oesc.state.ok.us> - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 13:20:54 (PST) HAD GREAT TIMES 74-78 B&MP DIV,SORRY TO SEE THE OLD GIRL GO.IF I KNEW I WAS GOING TO LIVE THIS LONG,I WOULD HAVE TAKEN BETTER CARE OF MYSELF,CARRY ON DON JOSEPH <HOGNECK5@WMCONNECT.COM> - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 07:07:21 (PST) Served in AIMD, IM-4 Division from 1979-1982. William J. Cole <canuck101@hotmail.com> - Monday, December 15, 2003 at 21:42:08 (PST) was in 2charlie fireroom 1974-25. b-div is the best was a great time Lyle Curl <scurl@alltel.net> - Thursday, December 11, 2003 at 14:29:37 (PST) I never thought it would ever happen but, man do I miss Naples. I'm looking for some of the guys I threw a few back with at the el morroco or any of those other dives. I was onboard 85-89. The years have a way of making you a bit more appriciative of what you had. Those were four of the most important years of my life. Things I learned then I still use today (I'm an operator and firefighter at an oil refinery) and I look back at that time as so important, even though at the time much of it seemed a great big pain in the butt. God speed and God bless the Coral Sea and her fine crew. PN3 ERIC DAMMER <riericdammer@earthlink.net> - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at 19:12:36 (PST) I was stationed aboard the Coral Sea for awhile in 1950, serving mostly as a green shirt on the flight deck. I pulled the port chock on the first P2V Neptune patrol bomber to ever be deck-launched from a carrier. Great ship, great memories. Then I was transferred to NAS Lakehurst to be a flight rigger on blimps. Fred H. Moody, AM2LA <drfredhmoody@cs.com> - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at 17:58:49 (PST) I never had the privelege to serve aboard her. Even if I wanted to, it wouldn't have happened (she retired two monthes before I graduated from high school and subsequently going into the USMC). I remember seeing the Coral Maru whenever she visited NASNI in San Diego. Her along with then fellow Alameda carrier USS Enterprise (CVN-65), (where my dad was assigned). The 1990 photo posted in this site where Coral Maru is sailing by the Big E in Norfolk on her way to retirement is like a final goodbye for two former Alameda "residents." Fulton Recepcion <usmcltsgt@hotmail.com> - Friday, December 05, 2003 at 18:34:53 (PST) I served from the spring of 1950 to the spring of 1952.I first started in the #4deck division for a short time then went to #2 deck division.I was a coxswain on the #2 motor launch Later I ran the #2 officers motorboat.I wonder if anyone has any pictures of the motor launch or the chriscraft motorboat.I am ready to ship out just as soon as I can get my uniforms taken in. Greetings to all Donald Palmer BM3 Donald H Palmer BM3 <dhpalmer@csonline.net> - Friday, December 05, 2003 at 13:34:00 (PST) Served aboard the great one from may 68 through may 70. I was a yellow shirt in V3 div. Do any one remember the phrase "GOING IN CIRCLES" well I was directing a A4 skyhawk on the elevator in the hanger deck, a large swell came out of nowhere and lifted the elevator and sprung it. Amazingly we got one tie-down on the nose and thats when I yelled "everybody off". The plane captain was still in the plane and the elevator hanging on by a thread. So! the ship was put in a starboard list for about 12 hours until we could secure the elevator. So the Stars and Strips our military newspaper reported that the Coral Sea was"Going in Circles". We were very lucky that no one was washed off or hurt. Do anybody remember that? Where are you Stanley Green (Philly, Dicky Fells (New Orleans), Ted parks? Danny Hunter <dlhunter@crhudgins.com> - Friday, December 05, 2003 at 13:21:41 (PST) wrong e-mail address on last message-i could not even spell my own e-mail add. please use this one. thanks roger ross <sleepy@insightbb.com> - Thursday, December 04, 2003 at 18:00:13 (PST) went on board somewhere around oct. 1967-was assigned to a-1 div. met lots of great people and had some good times also some bad-looking to hear from former shipmates-bob clark-bill johnson-john j hrbek-dennis helms-william worley-jackson (he was from alaska)-mjpopp-or anybody that might remember my ugly face great site-thanks roger ross <sleppy@insightbb.com> - Thursday, December 04, 2003 at 17:52:37 (PST) HEY TO ALL R-DIV VETS. HI TO PAT CARLEY, DAVE PARKER, FESTAER MORRIS. SERVED 81-85 R-DIV, FLYING SQUAD, REPAIR 1 FORWARD. SEE YA JAY GRIFFITHS <JAYG@TOLLGAS.COM> - Thursday, December 04, 2003 at 10:53:44 (PST) Greetings, My dad served as a Marine on the USS Coral Sea during Vietnam. The approximate time frame would be 1966-1972. I was just wondering if anyone out there knows or remembers John Demnyan? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration. Kami Demnyan <kamidemnyan76@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, December 02, 2003 at 10:34:36 (PST) Hope all my Coral Sea shipmates enjoyed a happy and peaceful Thanksgiving day. May this holiday season be the best anyone has ever had. Happy Holidays to ALL! Frenchy Frenchy <sailorcva43@yahoo.com> - Sunday, November 30, 2003 at 13:46:36 (PST) Happy Thanksgiving! PN2, X-Div, 62-63. Chuck Bell <cbellthe1@aol.com> - Thursday, November 27, 2003 at 06:35:12 (PST) I served on the Coral Sae from 1/80 to 1/83 I was a BT2 in 2 Baker fireroom had alot of good times on her. Mike Cearley <Mdcearley4@aol.com> - Wednesday, November 26, 2003 at 13:53:07 (PST) I SERVED ON THE GREAT LADY FROM JULY 1966 TO NOV 1968 WHERE I LEFT HER IN SUBIC BAY. I DO REMEMBER ALOT ABOUT HER SHE WAS BY FAR THE BEST CARRIER IN THE FLEET AT THAT TIME. I ENJOYED MY TIME ON HER. I WORKED FOR THE SUPPLY OFFICER DORSEY V. WILSON, THOMAS McCOY AND ROCKY GOSS AT THET TIME I WAS SK2 AND LATER CHANGED TO AK,RETIRING AS AKCM,BUT NEVER FORGETTING THE DAYS ABOARD THE CORAL SEA. I REALLY ENJOYED REVISTING HER TONIGHT IN YOU PRESENTATIONS AND THE OTHER GUEST. James Decker <jdldeck@insightbb.com> - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 at 18:37:53 (PST) I was in B-1 Division from 1986-1989 and made one Med Hop.Anyway I was just wondering where some of my fellow shipmates are today like BT3 Scott Palmer,BT1 Donald Headley,Cmr.Michael Cecere,Sean Garvin,BTC Rudy Swalef and his brother Ray,and all of the other shipmates whom I served with on CV-43. JAMES SELETYN <jamesscott_1966@yahoo.com> - Sunday, November 23, 2003 at 15:00:35 (PST) 4-ABLE Fireroom 1974-1977. Been in touch with Oscar, Salvi, Webb, and a few others. Looking for any old photos of the "gang". The next reunion is on my calander. Really looking forward to seeing my ole shipmates. Currently I'm the Command Master Chief of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit Eleven (EODMU-11) on Whidbey Island, Wa. Yep, still active duty. Check out our web page and click on the CMC icon for my mug shot at www.naswi.navy.mil/eodmu-11 Rick Bynum <bynumeod@verizon.net> - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at 20:40:54 (PST) Just checking in again, I worked in V2 Division Cat2 1976-1980 would like to hear from any of the gang....... Dan Walker <Dano021@cox.net> - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at 20:09:24 (PST) looking to contact those who served between 85-89 with the va-55 flight deck and was stationed in oceania hughes <frenchfives@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 15:55:55 (PST) What I would like to see is a "Then & Now" section. It would be interisting to see how people have succeded. For example I was on-board from 82 to 85, I was in the AC/R shop. Now I am a controls specialist for Carrier Corp.I have a good job and really like what I do. Also a member of the pipefitters union local 120 Rich Carson <carson1@adelphia.net> - Saturday, November 15, 2003 at 13:00:41 (PST) HC-1 DET.6, 1973 (ADJ) michael cavenaugh <mrlugubrious@hotmail.com> - Saturday, November 15, 2003 at 08:15:08 (PST) I was onboard in 1973 for WESTPAC. HC-1 DET 6. I was an ADJ. I lost track of everybody. I did not realize how important all the events, and people in which I had contact,(good & bad)would affect my life. I was so ignorant, such a kid. I did get a little piece of the action, and for that, I am now grateful. If anybody would like to contact me, they are welcome. Where is Guy DeVille, Steve Apodaca, Mike Campbell, Rick Laird, Lt. Hunt, LT. Cupps and the others?This is a great and an extreemly appropriate website. A job well done. MIKE Michael Cavenaugh <Mrlugubrious@hotmail.com> - Saturday, November 15, 2003 at 08:10:54 (PST) Crewman of the USS CORAL SEA I am trying to cntact MM3 Larry Horn. I met Larry during "A" school at NTC Great Lakes. I beleive he worked in the O2-N2 shop, something to do with liquid nitrogen/oxygen production. His time aboard was 75-78? If you worked in this division or new MM3 Horn please contact via e-mail. Thank you RM GUERRERO BT3 USS DIXIE AD-14 /76-79 Ronald M. Guerrero <markgloria@sbcglobal.net> - Friday, November 14, 2003 at 23:06:53 (PST) Mace, I see where you "Mace WInter" signed in but your e-mail address is not correct or has changed "Mace@wvi.net". Your domain name is not correct or they are out of business. If you or anyone else who knows me sees this log, let me hear from you. I was also on board from 82-85 in S-2 division. Mace, I distinctly remember a conversation we had where you told me you were thinking of applying for an officer program. Did you ever make it? I worked in the aft. bakeshop with Leo Belange, Wendell Mcrayer, Ruiz, Pelen, Lerma, Smitty, Prouty, and a few other crazy guys. Not to brag but we put out some pretty good pastires during that time. Do e-mail me, my address is not likely to change any time soon. Oly [Ed Ohle] <eohle@jhuccp.org> - Friday, November 14, 2003 at 13:52:03 (PST) just would like to say hi to all the gauchos,from 1969-1973 on cats 1-2-3.i worked on cats 2-3.had a great time and better experiences.were have all the gauchos gone.if your still out there drop a line. smooth sailing bob wright <www.batmanrw@yahoo.com> - Friday, November 14, 2003 at 11:59:40 (PST) V3G Div 1954-1956 Joe Peake <freddyfree@adelphia.net> - Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 06:04:57 (PST) Onboard from 85-89. OED division / OPS Would love to hear from anyone who served on our Mighty Lady. Chuck May DS2 <corjam1@juno.com> - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 19:05:28 (PST) Hey all, I was on the coral sea from 85 to 88 in the m-4 and m-1 divisions, made two med cruises and would love to hear from any old friends Joe Mclaughlin <jsmclaughlin@midcogen.com> - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 23:04:50 (PST) Happy veterans day.....Wish I had an AssHi. E.O. Whitmire <eowii@aol.com> - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 11:13:48 (PST) Happy Veterans to all who served. Love, Mike (Oscar) Pfeffer Mike (Oscar ) Pfeffer <mpfeff53@aol.com> - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 06:39:18 (PST) Dropped by today on a cruise through history. Great site, Great Ship! Thanks for letting me visit. Drop by the Capital Military Assistance Command (CMAC) website at www.saigonwarrior.com sometime and check out my story: CMAC, A Vietnam Era Trilogy. Regards, Jim Finnegan <Finnegan@SaigonWarrior.com> - Monday, November 10, 2003 at 10:29:54 (PST) I served from March l948 through August 1950. I was in the 4th division and was on the 5 inch 54 gun as a trainer, also served on the officer's landing craft with Bill Austin and Doug Olson. If any one else has served during this time I would appreciate you contacting me. Harland Schultz <bevschultz@charter.net> - Sunday, November 09, 2003 at 18:03:31 (PST) Served as Aircraft Division Officer, VF-154, 1961/1963 Verne H. Irving <verne_beth@yahoo.com> - Saturday, November 08, 2003 at 18:14:56 (PST) Great site! I spent 21 years in the Navy and my first (1972-74) and last (1985-86) were spent aboard the Coral Maru. Walked on as an AQ3, walked off as a LCDR. Fond memories, lots of sea stories. Would like to communicate with any shipmates. Steve Oliver 1972-74, AIMD IM-3 1985-86, VFA-132 Steve Oliver <slosmx5@yahoo.com> - Friday, November 07, 2003 at 12:31:40 (PST) New email still looking for anybody from M2 Div. 78 to 82. Great site this is for us to come to and look back. Keith Huard <Keith@nwindustrialrepair.com> - Friday, November 07, 2003 at 10:04:40 (PST) Hello to all the coral maru mates out there. Especially MARDET! I served aboard from 1980 to 1983 in the Marine Detachment. What a ship. Would like to hear from all.......Miss the ship. I am looking foreward to the Midway's arrival in San Diego........Can't wait to take my son........see ya all Rick Watson <ricksterstg@hotmail.com> - Friday, November 07, 2003 at 10:00:54 (PST) great site!!! cant stay away from this site. anyone out there know how to contact bill mcginty he was a bt on world cruise 83-86 or gary johnson on same have a great day everyone! walter carrigan <www.waltkat@hotmail.com> - Friday, November 07, 2003 at 06:02:35 (PST) Hey shipmates, I was in Weapons Dept./ G-1 Div. from 04-84 to 11-87. I'm interested to hear from any ships company or air-wing personnel from any era that would like to correspond. I have quite a few pictures from that time and would be willing to share or trade some of them. Also would like to find a cruise book from the 87-88 Med cruise as I left when we were in Cannes, France. Dan Grant fmr. AO2 <ordie43@yahoo.com> - Thursday, November 06, 2003 at 22:02:39 (PST) I was on the Coral Sea in 1989 while in Halifax , Canada and was thrilled to touch and be on such a piece of history.I took lots of pictures and will remember the day always. Rod BUCHANAN <bucky5@telus.net> - Thursday, November 06, 2003 at 00:26:34 (PST) Mike "Oscar" Pfeffer contacted me a few weeks ago. It was great to hear from him after all these years. He has told me he has kept in touch with some of the guys we were on board with. It would be nice to hear from some of you also. Are there any more of you 4a fireroom folks out there. I hear there is going to be a reunion next year. I sure hope to make it to this adventure, renew some old friendships. Good luck to us all. Until later. hope to hear from any of our shipmates. Dennis Salvi <Hogwildd@aol.com> - Wednesday, November 05, 2003 at 21:58:33 (PST) Served in Fox Division 1961-62. Richard Lofton <rlofton@epud.net> - Wednesday, November 05, 2003 at 15:24:34 (PST) Served on board March 1973 to Sept. 1976 4 Able and 4 Charlie Firerooms. Updating email address. Have heard from Mike Pfeffer as to the some mates but still wonder what happened to Al Tadlock, B.J. Young, Ray Morrison as well as others. Can't believe 27 years have gone by since I got out. For a factual account of what happened during the Mayaquez Incident try " The Last Battle", the Mayaquez Incident and the end of the Viet Nam War. Other books out their specific to the USS Coral Sea. Stuart Webb BT3 <sbjwebb@copper.net> - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 19:53:57 (PST) Hoist up them sails,4 charlie you are smoking black again,raised the super heat to 850 and we are underway to PI,stew, maintain that throttle to 133rpms and who made this special coffee?..........I have a new e-mail address, palchak@velocity.net............junior palchak junior palchak <palchak@velocity.net> - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 14:06:43 (PST) Haven't signed in for a while. Great to see so many new entries. Still looking for the Post Office gang from 85 till 88. Have many good memories of all the guys and all the good times we had. Would love to hear from anyone that was on board during that time. And I would love to hook up with the guys from the post office. God Bless you all. Dan (pc3) Reisinger Dan Reisinger <southernyank@pa.net> - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 12:38:32 (PST) dear mr. doernbach, you cant believe how excited my father is. he would like to know if he can get your phone no. or mr. sieberts.if you're allowed to give out that info my fathers no is 334-692-3486 in alabama and once again thank you...allen owens allen owens <rao083553@aol.com> - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 08:25:22 (PST) dear mr. doernbach, thank you so much for this info my dad is very excited. he would like to know if u have any info on john siebert from n.y. and cortland snell from kentucky they were also plank owners. again thank you so much. sincerly allen owens. allen owens <rao082553@aol.com> - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 08:02:09 (PST) my father is a plank owner on the coral sea. he was 9th div bos'n mate his name is robert adolph owens anyone with info or might remember him please e-mail me he is blind now and he loves talking about all his memories.thank you so much for your help....cto3 allen owens (1972-1976) allen owens <rao082553@aol.com> - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 07:12:34 (PST) THANKS TO OSCAR FROM ME FOR GETTING THE BALL ROLLING ,I HAVE SIGNED IN ON BOTH GUEST BOOKS AND LOOKED THEM OVER WITHOUT MUCH LUCK ,I TALKED TO MY BEST FRIEND WHILE I WAS IN GOOD TO HEAR FROM HIM .WE WILL GET TOGETHER SOON .I WILL SEE YOU ALL IN FORT WAYNE ,I'AM MAILING IN MY MEMBERSHIP TODAY.I KNOW THERE ARE MORWE OF YOU OUT THERE NOT SIGNING RON ,CHUCK,SID AGAIN,EMAILED DON AND DAVE,AND OSCAR HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU ALL LATER Bob(STEW)Stewart <nightstew@aol.com> - Monday, November 03, 2003 at 14:34:34 (PST) Looking for anyone who knew my brother John Arlington. on board late 70's early 80's. PArlington <snshyn99@aol.com> - Monday, November 03, 2003 at 09:55:15 (PST) Looking for info on the va-55 squadron that served between 85-89 and knew hughes, ouellette, pierce, garcia, heppy, and so on ..................... hughes <frenchfives@aol.com> - Sunday, November 02, 2003 at 19:12:52 (PST) Proudly served aboard her from 73 to 77 in #4 main engine and pump room.The 4 group BT's were some of the best and craziest bt's ever to walk the earth , they were a perfect fit to supply us steam when the going got tough.No civilian will ever under stand the life we led aboard Her nor do we want them to...junior palchak Junior Palchak <palchak@erie.net> - Sunday, November 02, 2003 at 10:06:42 (PST) Served aboard the grand lady with Heavy Attack 2 from late 63 to late 64. Very proud to have served aboard her. Chuck Lanphere Cottonwood, Az Charles Lanphere <clanphere@verdecomm6.net> - Sunday, November 02, 2003 at 08:23:52 (PST) I served on the Coral Sea from Nov. 1986 till Sept. 1987 2c boiler room and was also in charge of maintenance for division during that time. it was a pleasureable experiance. Injury substained on another ship set me up for a medical discharge prior to leaving for the med. great crew fine ship. James H. dingler <poetcrtr@yahoo.com> - Saturday, November 01, 2003 at 01:26:13 (PST) Just can't stay off this website! Haven't signed the guestbook lately so here goes. Have a new email address: (sidney_dockery@bellsouth.net), also can be reached at (sidney.dockery@mbusi.daimlerchrysler.com). Man does this site take a guy back to a time he will never forget. Most people can't even imagine or believe what goes on everyday in relation to going to sea on an aircraft carrier! Visiting excotic ports of call and just plain becoming a man in the United States Navy! There are so many friends made and relationships developed from all places and walks of life. Working during a yard period, going to sea for weeks at a time, hitting the beach in Subic Bay, P. I. are only things that we have lived and cherished as sailors of the U.S.N. This time in our lives will never really be understood by friends and family back home. Maybe that's the way it was meant to be? So be It! Oh well, I recently attended the Annual reunion in Portsmouth, Va. and it was a good time had by all. The only thing missing was more shipmates from my time period. My best friend Mike (Oscar) Pfeffer in Chicago is really on the ball contacting BT's and MM's from the old engineering gang! Check out WWW.usscoralsea.org for a mini reunion (Spring Fling) near you. I live in Alabama but will attend the Midwest Spring Fling in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 2004! Attended the one in Rockford, Illinois in 2003.! Well, I have rambled enough for now so I will close and ask for any and all to JOIN THE CORAL SEA ASSOCIATION!!! God bless our forces around the world!!! Sid(Doc)Dockery 4B Baker Fireroom 1974-78 USS Coral Sea CVA/CV 43 Sidney C. Dockery Jr. <sidney_dockery@bellsouth.net> - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 17:53:05 (PST) served on the Coral Sea from 78 to 80 HT R Div. Transfered to the Nimitz in the middle of the Indian Ocean. I remember the first trip out to sea and the old salts hanging a wrench from the ceiling with a string and eating sardines. Tim Brady <bunchpez@adelphia.net> - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 17:35:14 (PST) Great site, I am only 20 and I am really interested in the second World War. (Not in the bad bay) I collect any information i can get and this site sure helped me a lot! Thank you a thousant times! p.s: I am from the Netherlands (Holland), and i am not very good in English. sorry for this. Jarno Moleveld <Mechwarrior94@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 15:56:13 (PST) Many thanks to Mike Pfeffer for taking the time to contact me about this site.I was stationed on Coral Sea from July 1974 to June 1977.Prior to that,I served on the USS Midway.On both ships,I worked in after evaporators.I made som e good friends in both B and M divisions.Thanks again Mike for the call. Don Colwell <www.goofyctroup@aol.com> - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 23:00:17 (PST) Just talked to Scollan, Salvi,Stuart Webb,Archie W. Stiyer, JR.Palchak..... still looking for BT's and MM's from 73-78 EMAIL Me, Join the Association, KEEP IN TOUCH !!! Mike (Oscar)Pfeffer <mpfeff53@aol.com> - Sunday, October 26, 2003 at 17:56:37 (PST) HI, LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES WHO SERVED IN V3G 1951 TO 1954. BILL HOLLANDER, WILLIAM L. (BILL) <WHOLLANDER@YAHOO.COM> - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 at 22:53:00 (PDT) Was onboard her 1965-1968. I left her as a SFP-3 in R-1 DIV assigned to the pipe shop. This was the best time of my life. I retired from the Navy in 1991. Richard D. Connors <bugrc@comcast.net> - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 12:42:43 (PDT) Served on her from Dec 87 - Dec 90 in W-Division as a WT. Currently CTMC with Naval Reserve Security Group St Louis MO. Ed Combs <edwin.combs@scott.af.mil> - Sunday, October 19, 2003 at 12:12:00 (PDT) Served from 83-87 S-6 Division. I remember walking 32 knee knockers to find a working head. What a ship! I'm looking for my mentor Alan R. Foster AKCM (ret)and AK2 Rob Garber, and Mike Patrowski. Where are you? Charles Finger <chasf@pivot.net> - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 19:29:59 (PDT) in V-4 div.from 78-81.any one out there email me mike sic-0-celentano <cardbusters@comcast.net> - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 12:16:17 (PDT) like to say hi to the gauchos if theres any of you left.worked on no.2 and waist cat.71-73.had a great time,so drop a line it will be good to chat with yous. live on gauchos. robert wright <batmanrw@yahoo.com> - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 10:54:54 (PDT) Trying to find someone with cruise books for ' 62 and ' 63 cruises. Mine were lost after movint to North Louisiana. Or any info on how to obtain them? Thanks for your help. I just love this site. Frenchy Frenchy <sailorcva43@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 19:08:25 (PDT) ON board from ' 61 to ' 63, 1st div. and N. div. What a great site. Memories will last forever.God Bless All. Frenchy Frenchy <sailorcva43@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 18:59:44 (PDT) Great site. I was on the Coral Sea from 1974-1977 in V-4 division (Fuels) brian marks <bkmarks@comcast.net> - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 09:13:09 (PDT) Had alot of good times onboard her. Douglas Honeyman <dthoney@insightbb.com> - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 12:33:06 (PDT) My wife and I attended the dedication ceremony for the Coral Sea at the Navy Memorial in D.C; 27 Sep 03. It was a fitting tribute to a proud ship. I served onboard her 82-86 CR Div. Thanks for such a great site, it has allowed my wife and kids a glimpse into the life of a great ship and the pride that is ours who served upon her. Godseed & God Bless America! Terrell (Buddy) Clayton <joenavy1019@aol.com> - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 16:11:06 (PDT) Aboard from OCT 1961 to Aug. 13th 1962 A Div. after emergency diesel was my home Alan Amarias <aamarias@yahoo.com> - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 15:15:59 (PDT) Was on the Coral Sea from 1949-1952 in the V-3 Division, Hanger Deck. Any old shipmates out there? Would like to hear from you. Anyone know anything about Johnnie Hays? How about Weezel McKay, Boarders, Zewaski, Big Mo McKay, Little Ready, Howard, Tom, Taylor, Hankins, Spider Webb, the Tenn. Tocacco Chewer, just to name a few. Donald "Tex" Hatton <MamaDe56@aol.com> - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 09:32:11 (PDT) Cruised Ageless Warrior 1983 World Cruise as a member of VF-154. Miss those Smokin Thunder Hogs..(Phantoms) Coral Sea had a Great crew. Danny Buchanan / "Buck"/ AMEAN & AME3 <buchanandl@juno.com> - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 05:26:25 (PDT) My E-mail is Vassil@bellsouth.net. Contact me if you served in V-3 from 86-89. Ty Vassil <Vassil@bellsouth.net> - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 13:05:23 (PDT) I was a yellow shirt in V-3 86-89. We worked hard and played harder in those days. I am proud to have worked with good men on a great ship. If a boot was sent to your division to retrieve 100'of flight line, a can of jet wash, or keys to the division doors. It was us that sent him. Good day shipmates. Ty Vassil Ty Vassil <vassil@aol.com> - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 13:03:12 (PDT) S-2 Div. 79-80, S-5 Div.80-82 Hoping to hear from any old buddies, or anyone from the crew of The Ageless Warior! Did a former crewmember really hang himself in the Shaft Alley? Joe Land <trentonbuzzsaw@aol.com> - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 06:35:17 (PDT) I`ve been going back to the 2000 guest book, and find about half the addresses are no longer in use. Has father time taken his toll? I was stationed on the Coral Sea from 1960 until June of 1963. I left the ship in Subic after our visit to Sydney, never being able to obtain a cruise book for that year. Does anyone have one that I might get the publisher`s name and address, to see if they are obtainable? Another item I would dearly love to have ia a copy of the articles concerning our visit to Australia. I originally was in V-3 division, but was transferred to V-6. This is a great site, a place where all of the old salts can remenice (sic) and wish they could do it all over again. Ah, youth! It is truely wasted on the young. What we wouldn`t give for it NOW. Mont Monaco Mont Monaco <hisker41@msn.com> - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 21:05:36 (PDT) looking for any "stewburners" that were on the old gal from 1963 to 1967 thanks Tom Zmijewski <tzmijewski@snet.net> - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 16:25:58 (PDT) I served aboard the Coral Sea with CAG 15 during the Viet Nam crisis when it was station at Alameda Naval Air Station, I was on her for two tours to Wespac. I appreciate hearing and reading about the Coral Sea, I have very good memories during my tours. Alfonzo Jackson <ltcaljackson@msn.com> - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 00:17:20 (PDT) Great web site devoted to a great ship, just learned of it today. John (Mike)Walker <mikewalker4@aol.com> - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 17:43:02 (PDT) I did one western pacific cruise on the Coral Sea in 1966. I was an AO-3 attached to VA-25 out of NAS Lemore. As a 20 year old young man I did a lot growing up during that trip. The work on the flight deck was hard, but I enjoyed the experience. Thanks for this site. Reuben Evans <porge1946@juno.com> - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 13:58:00 (PDT) Just found this site after viewing the Assocaiations site. Served in V1 & V6 from 2/60 til 5/62 Jeff Hadden <jrhadden88@aol.com> - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 19:01:12 (PDT) Best Ship of my 27 year career. Not all good, but a lot of great people and memories. I served as the ship's Fire Marshal form Aug 1985 - De-Com in 1990. Would love to hear from any former shipmates and especially those in Eng Dept. Wesley A. Devine <wesdev@aol.com> - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 12:07:42 (PDT) This is the fist time I have seen your site I thank its a class act. John F Pritchard[Coral Sea Historian <videooutlook@teknett.com> - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 11:15:04 (PDT) Let me echo your message, Mr. Dress. It's only as we grow considerably older than we were back in our Coral Sea days than we are able to fully realize that they were some of the best we've ever known, and not likely to see again. Even though at the time, some of those days seemed like they might not ever end, I'm sure I speak for everone when I say we now look back to those far away places and long watches with warm fondness. Bob, we all thank you for your hard work in developing this site and allowing us all to journey back to places and people that had been long been forgotten. I know I have. As far as the "Association" is concerned, your wife's posting should startle us all. If I'm correct, this is probably a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, with a Board of Directors. Such actions amongst organizations like this are not uncommon. They do as they wish, believing their actions "are in the best interest of the membership", including actions such as the ones Mrs. Dorais has described. To the Association, and the President: Please address the concerns which have been posted in regards to this site. If not, you surely shall NOT ever see me as one of your members. This allegation is inexcusable, and you owe it to all of us to explain it. Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 13:50:08 (PDT) I must admit that I was more than a little disturbed after reading Molly Dorais’s posting this morning. I for one am computer ignorant, so I’m not in full understanding of the potential implications of the pilfering of ‘codes’ to all that Bob has created here. I was hoping that the site was not damaged in any way. I immediately checked some features of the site and found that all seemed to be working from my end. So after consulting with some folks here at work, I am summarizing that all info on Bob’s site has been copied somewhere without permission. If this is the case, it is wrong. But for all that is wrong with this unacceptable action, no one can copy or take away our appreciation for all the unselfish hard work, research, and creativity that Bob has put into creating this website. We who explore this website to relive all our memories, share our stories and pictures, honor our fallen shipmates and a great ship will always thank Bob for all that he has done for us. Molly had all the right words in her posting…. thanks Bob for the “fellowship, and a site that honors our country, the ship that we love and the amazing men that served aboard her”. God Bless ..!! v/r Bob Dress Bob Dress <dressra@phst.navy.mil> - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 09:51:08 (PDT) This morning, my husband, Bob Dorais (USS Coral Sea ’76-’80), was taken aback by the actions of The Association”. Since March of 2000, he has been personally hosting this USS Coral Sea Tribute Site (www.usscoralsea.net). While doing this, he has offered his time, materials and energy in getting the “official” site up to speed. “The Association” has refused any and all help, but this has not stopped them from “helping themselves” to all of his pictures, stories and even resorted to pilfering some of his codes…word for word. The dishonest and underhanded way of obtaining these is wrong. Pure and simple. This site and the pictures my husband has up are for you, the sailors, and your families and friends. So many of you have sent him pictures (he always acknowledges submissions) and he has bought countless cruise books to scan and has done countless hours of research. He has spent hundreds of hours cropping and cleaning up the pictures so they are near perfect. His blood, sweat and tears are poured into this site, the site that honors his country, the ship that he loves and the amazing men that served aboard her. He has never asked for, nor taken money for any of this. He has never asked for an “atta boy” nor would he ever expect one. All he wanted in return for his efforts was a site where people could relive memories or could learn to appreciate this magnificent ship and the men that served upon her. Politics play no role in what he was trying to accomplish. When he realized that all of his pictures had been taken from his site, INCLUDING ones of him during his own cruise, he said “It feels like an arrow through my heart”. No one from “The Association” asked if it was alright…if they had, he would have gladly given them the pictures and more. Men of honor serve our country, I am appalled that men with no integrity run the “The Association” and allow politics and egos to rule what should be a fellowship …what a disgrace. Apologies to the innocent who are in my line of fire. Shame on the rest of you. Molly Dorais Molly Dorais <2molly@comcast.net> - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 06:42:25 (PDT) Served in 2B Fireroom in 1965,66,67,68. Any you snipes on board at this time please contact me. Looking for Don Helms, Robert Young, Mike Harland, Jim Honkanen, Ralph Mena, and of course Lassie....look forward to hearing from ya.. Donald Hamann <Hossmeister@msn.com> - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 19:40:19 (PDT) Hello; Just wondering if there are any old shipmates aboard the Coral Sea from it`s recommissioning in 1960, until 1963? If so, drop me a line. Monty Monaco <hisker41@msn.com> - Monday, September 29, 2003 at 07:41:00 (PDT) Corpsman onboard from '85 - '87. Trace A. Brookins <trace@brookins.com> - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 14:56:16 (PDT) Served on last two cruises in IM-3 shop. So sad to look at the scrapping pictures... Great sight, thanks Jesse Bryant <at2aw@hotmail.com> - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 11:14:20 (PDT) If anyone remembers me, send an e-mail. I was in N Div. from 7/67 to 4/69. I'd like hearing from former shipmates. The "Best in the West" may be gone, but we'll always fondly remember her. John Ranson <jrsr3843@fuse.net> - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 at 07:27:07 (PDT) Always looking for Radiomen who made the '49 Med Cruise.Drop me a line. Bill Eannetta <cvb43@rochester.rr.com> - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 21:55:46 (PDT) I think this sight is the coolest i was aboard the coral sea from 1983 to 1986 abh assigned to hanger bay v3 div anyone who served with me e mail me maybe we are neighbors if not enjoy life walt walter carrigan <waltkat@hotmail.com> - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 20:00:23 (PDT) Hello shipmates, Served on Coral Sea in the Supply Department when we attacked Libyia. Great crew, and a great ship. Thanks! Alan R. Foster AKCM (ret) - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 05:41:29 (PDT) 1978-1984 Yeoman V-5 Air Office, A Boss-Cdr Ira Howson. COH in Bremerton, WA. 1978-1980. Home ported in NAS Alameda, CA. Dean Giles <drgiles55@hotmail.com> - Sunday, September 21, 2003 at 14:53:33 (PDT) I was a member of "Bud's Screw Crew" M-3 Div. from Oct.88-Decom. Barry Goforth <blgo4th@msn.com> - Saturday, September 20, 2003 at 21:44:20 (PDT) I have visited your site numerous times. Each time it's a treat to see. There is always sometime new to see. My husband Ray Bush was a corpsman on the Coral Sea in the 50's on a Mediterrian Cruise. I have his book, but there are no pictures of him in it. I believe the year was 55 or 56. Each time I've signed the guest book I have asked for anyone who may remember him to email me. Ray passed away six years ago. He loved the Navy and the Marine Corps. He served with the 1st Marines in VietNaum in 1971, He was always proud of his service to his country. Keep up the good work on the site. Ruby Bush Ruby Bush <rbush2@columbus.rr.com> - Saturday, September 20, 2003 at 16:19:14 (PDT) Served on the Coral Sea from 1964 thru 1967 as an aviation storekeeper AK3. Would love to hear from anyone who remembers me fondly. All others can just remember me. CHARLES HEWLETT <charjoni@socal.rr.com> - Saturday, September 20, 2003 at 14:46:53 (PDT) Former HT2 assigned to DC Shop in R Division. 1981-1985. Flying Squad, repair 1 forward. Jay Griffiths <jayg@tollgas.com> - Friday, September 19, 2003 at 14:34:00 (PDT) Great site wayne nash <waymare@aol.com> - Friday, September 19, 2003 at 09:30:32 (PDT) I was on the 1968-1969 cruise to Viet Nam with VA-216 Black Diamonds. We had a very good group of men to work with. I enjoyed the sites we had the opportunity to visit. I was stationed in Cubi Point, P.I. before coming on board the Coral Sea. I received a letter of commendation from Captain Farris of the Coral Sea for taking the beach detachment at Cubi. Was great to get back to Alameda and see the sites of San Francisco. I returned to civilian life in August of 1969. Was a rewarding time for the four years I served in the Navy. Kenneth Coop AMH-2 <kennethcoop@msn.com> - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 21:14:28 (PDT) b division 69-73 robert (wop)del soldato <n/a> - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 19:35:53 (PDT) SERVED ABOARD FROM 1967 - 1970 IN AMTD. WORKED ON THE "YELLOW GEAR". REMEMBER GOING THROUGH TYPHOONS, LOSING ELEVATORS, PARTYING IN P.I., WORKING ON THE FLIGHT DECK, STEALING PARTS FROM CUBI POINT AIR STATION, STANDING WATCH IN HONG KONG. LOTS OF MEMORIES AND LOTS OF GOOD PEOPLE. ROBERT (SCOTTY) SUTHERLAND <SHAMROCKAUTO427@AOL.COM> - Saturday, September 06, 2003 at 17:11:20 (PDT) Senior Medical Officer 1986-88 Steven Yowell <skyowell@us.med.navy.mil> - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 06:15:28 (PDT) Served aboard the Coral Sea 1954-1956. Was in Fox division, fire control technician 3rd class ( FT3). Left the "56" Med cruise in Oct. to return to Norfolk for discharge. Would love to hear from anyone who served during that time. I have the 1954 Med cruise book. If you have it I'm the one sitting in the front of the radar detector in the fire control section. Anyone heard from Vinny Cirillo the only optical man onthe ship? Ed Andersen Ed (Andy) Andersen <eandersen@rcn.com> - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 12:50:50 (PDT) Hello, I just wanted to say you have a very informative site which really made me think, Thanks ! http://www.urbenetworks.com Marhta <marhtacom@mixmail.com> - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 06:04:22 (PDT) I served from 1964-1966 in the Public Affairs Office as daily at sea newspaper editor. I enjoyed this part of my life more than any other time. It is too bad that I did not know this then. I have never had friends as close since then. Les Jackson <LLJackson2503@aol.com> - Sunday, August 31, 2003 at 18:30:49 (PDT) et2, operations electronics, 1976 - 1979 ed marion <edmarion@email.com> - Sunday, August 31, 2003 at 06:04:48 (PDT) I served onboard the Ageless Warrior :) from 1984 through 1987: I have many fond memories and many memories that are less fond; however, contact with any shipmates from that time period could be interesting. Douglas Getgood <dgetgood@comcast.net> - Friday, August 29, 2003 at 16:54:26 (PDT) I signed in earlier this year but i have a new Email address. I served aboard the Coral Sea From Feb. 55 to march of 56. I was in the 4th div, gunners mate,on the 3/50's.I made the 55 & 56 cruises.I was just looking at the 56 year book and it brought back alot of good memories. How many remember the 56 cruise when we signed the schrol, the lenth of the flight deck, to benefit the Hungarian refugees. We donated the money from the cruise book to their relief fund. There's a picture in the year book of it. I'm the one in front,with the watch cap on signing.( My only claim to fame) That picture i was told ,was in all the major publications in the country. I remember making the trip to New York and waitng for hours , because of the currents, to be able to dock at pier 86. When we finally came in that evening we took part of the pier down. It bent one of our gun sponsor decks. I lived in NY at that time and i was in a hurray to get off the ship and head home. I remember walking through Times Square at 11:00 that night with a buddy of mine, Chickie Henn, who was from Ohio and was in awe at the sights. If any one of you guys were aboard in 55/56, like i said i have the year book and every divisons pictures are in it.Just let me know what div you were in and i'll look it up for you. Smooth sailing to you all. Lou Casale <lou437c@earthlink>net> - Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 11:34:27 (PDT) My father, LTJG LeRoy Merryman, was a plank-owner in the engineering department. He died in 1961. As a child, I recall the awe and wonder the ship inspired, just as previous assignments like the SALT LAKE CITY (CA-25) and CANBERRA (CA-70) did. (They were all ships which looked like ships, not the boxes they came in!) I still have a large ashtray in the shape of the ship, made of stainless steel, with the sandpit hollowed out in the center of the flight deck. Fascinating site. Smooth sailing to all. Paul D. Merryman <inyour6@msn.com> - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 at 16:32:51 (PDT) I made two westpac 79 - 80 81 - 82 83 world cruise had a lot of fun saw a lot of places worked in S-3 Division chuck - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 13:53:00 (PDT) Served aboard CVA 43, Nov.64/Dec.65.... VA 165 Boomers. A1 Skyraders.....a plane captain/crew leader.I understand it was the longest cruise ever......till recently.It sure felt like it. I remember the filght deck ...hot sticky and hard to breath down wind with the stack smoke. I remember saying to myself late one night, standing behind the island in the pitch blackness with nine chains on my back waiting to recover aircraft, "I hope someone appreciates this shit". Mostly I remember the guys, I love them all, even the ass holes. What a bunch of guys we were and what memories we have. ........O yeah....they call me .."MUGS" Fred Leavines <fleavines@earthlink.net> - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 08:00:55 (PDT) Served aboard USS Oriskany W Div 1969 as GMT2. Jack Grieves <Compactorjack@aol.com> - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 11:41:42 (PDT) I served aboard the Coral Sea from Oct. '59 to Nov. '61. I had the nickname "Buck" and I worked in 1 Baker Fireroom. My brother Burt was on there at the same time. Of all the ships I served aboard the 12 years I was in the Navy, the Coral Sea was my favorite. I have a lot of memories from there. I sure would like to hear from some of my old shipmates. Glen Sievert <sievertgc@webtv.net> - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 09:56:16 (PDT) I served aboard the Coral Sea from Oct. '59 to Nov. '61. I had the nickname "Buck" and I worked in 1 Baker Fireroom. My brother Burt was on there at the same time. Of all the ships I served aboard the 12 years I was in the Navy, the Coral Sea was my favorite. I have a lot of memories from there. I sure would like to hear from some of my old shipmates. Glen Sievert <sievertgc@webtv.net> - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 09:55:46 (PDT) Made 2 cruises (72-73) as an AZ with VF-51. First cruise I worked in the VF-51 readyroom (ran movies, typed up flight schedules and filled out logbooks) and ran the ship's officer's store (Smitty's By the Sea) while TAD to ship's company. I remained on board between cruises in Alameda and during the 73 cruise I was VF-51's data analyst. Doug "Smitty" Smith <smithd733@aol.com> - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 22:57:45 (PDT) Nickname: Little Lis Division: Supply / Storekeeper Was on board during the first attacks on Viet Nam in the early 60's. Thomas I. Lissy <tomandbrenda@qwest.net> - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 12:29:33 (PDT) served aboard the USS Coralsea from 1972-1973 with crash and salvage Wayne Mance <dollbabylpn@yahoo.com> - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 11:57:56 (PDT) Former crewmember Nov-85 ~ Jun-89, Assigned AIMD. Currently COMNAVAIRPAC Force Analyst Team (Aircraft/CVW Readiness). Career: NTC Orlando (Jun-85), AZ Rate (A) School (AUg-85), USS Coral Sea (CV-43) AIMD Nov-85, NAS Oceana (AIMD) Jul-89, USS Constellation CV-64 (AIMD) Aug-92, HSL-43 (NAS North Island) Sep-96, HS-8 (NAS North Island) Nov-99, COMNAVAIRPAC (NAS North Island) Jul-2003. Home: 2151 C Northshore Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91913 Tel: 619-656-5587 e: oehlerfamily1@cox.net / ucanfindme1@yahoo.com Web: www.geocities.com/ucanfindme1/Index.html * Check It Out * Navy: Michael T. Oehler, AZ1(AW), USN Force Analyst Team (N422C59) PO Box 357051 @ NAS North Island San Diego, CA 92135 e: oehler.michael@cnap.navy.mil 619-767-1509 Cell: 619-572-6290 Michael T Oehler, AZ1(AW), USN <oehlerfamily1@cox.net> - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 11:43:32 (PDT) Boy it's been a long time , Iwould like to say thank you all of you for my two west backs and one mid cruze I worked in the main palpion shop and will naver forget what I lernned from you all , Brian Hunt <brian-hunt@gillette.com> - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 02:32:08 (PDT) Hey,while i and many of my shipmates are glad you've enjoyed this site,please remember that it is a place for us to share memories and to hook up with old friends.I'm seeing more and more people trying to plug products like viagra here.this isn't the place for that. T Barry (MMFN) - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 17:04:04 (PDT) I served aboard from 76 to 80 in V-2 division, working on the catapults. Had alot of good times and met alot of good friends. Kind of sad to see the old girl scrapped. Wish she would have been made into a museum. Andy Thompson <athomps@paulbunyan.net> - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 14:20:13 (PDT) Served on the Coral Sea from 76-80. Had a great time and met allot of great guys. Hi to all. Bill Brinker <bbrinker@charter.net> - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 11:56:13 (PDT) This is my father, he was on the ship i believe in 1961. I would love to find some guys who served with him. Thanks so much! Amy Jo (kelton) Joiner bobby joe kelton <robamyj@aol.com> - Saturday, August 16, 2003 at 13:11:07 (PDT) Served aboard Coral Sea from Dec 76 to Jul 80. Was in V-2 div. #2 Cat. Lots of great memories. Dan Walker <Dano021@cox.net> - Friday, August 15, 2003 at 22:45:30 (PDT) I came aboard in Long Beach, 10/75 and left from Bremerton, WA in 3/78. I was on the '76 WESTPAC cruise. I worked in the ships 3M office, X Division. Frank Braman <fbraman@hotmail.com> - Friday, August 15, 2003 at 13:03:59 (PDT) Served aboard in CR Division from July '72'to'July 30th '75 before the ship headed to Long Beach. Made 2 Westpac cruises during that time; 2 Refresher Trainings; 2 Carrier Qualifications; and a lot of ports in between. Some of the memories are rather hazy now. Come to think of it some of the memories were rather hazy right after I had them. So I need help in bringing them to the surface; therefore anyone in CR division during this time period, let's start making some contacts to meet at a future reunion. Check in to this guestbook, or the Coral Sea Association guestbook, or contact me. I've been in contact with a few people, who have been in contact with a few other people (John Blondin, Ted Anderson and his brother Gary, Norm Buckley, John Coley, Mike Kreilein, etc...). Let's get together and relive some 'good' times; everyone can bring 30 days worth of dirty laundry with them. We'll make sure the rooms are small, have no air conditioning during our stay, and are right next to the airport! We'll all feel right at home! Jim Lykken <daddeo51@comcast.net> - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 21:18:13 (PDT) served aboard 1962-1966 BR Shop left in 1966 as BR1 Im planning on attending the reunion 10-03 in Portsouth VA anyone from that time frame on board on line?? Gene Brown <usnbrc@aol.com> - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 12:36:39 (PDT) Made cruises in 1967, 68/69, 74/75 she was a good old ship. I deployed with VF161 and VF51. Enjoyed most of the experiences. Ray Lewis <ray.lewis@lmco.com> - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 09:47:41 (PDT) i loved the coral sea. i floated on her with VF154 from 1980-1984. made a lot of good friends their, still talk to some of them. james williams <jmwrma@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, August 13, 2003 at 15:24:54 (PDT) looking for robert hoffman. lived in sunnyvale,calif 62and 63 . made cruise in63. also any one in v-1 rep-8. my wife wanda anderson was best friends glendon[andy]anderson <gsawotx@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 11:19:50 (PDT) GOOD TO SEE THIS SITE MANY MEMORIES OF CATAPAULT CREW STARTED AS BRIDLE RUNNER LEFT AS AB2C THE H4B CATS WERE OILEY AND NOISEY BUT DID THE JOB charlie ewing <seads20@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 07:34:47 (PDT) served aboard the coral sea from Jume 1970 to july 1975. made three return west pact to gulf in tonka ( Vietnam ) looking for any information about AGENT ORANGE. and the usage by this carrier and planes over nam. paul spencer <paulplusdiane@tds.net> - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 19:54:49 (PDT) I served on Coral Sea from 1976-1980 as part of M-Divison. I worked in engine/pump room #3. I made one Westpac in 1977-78 and spent 78-79 in Bremerton, WA. In my last years I was a member of the Emergency Casualty Control Team. Stephen Maggart <sbm@bpce.com> - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 12:28:42 (PDT) I just found this site. I was in "R" division from '67 to '71. Does anyone remember me? Jim "Guts" O'Malley <jimomall@aol.com> - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 11:02:15 (PDT) Assigned to Ship's Crew recommisioning 1960 Shipyard Bremerton Wa. as Airman Apprentice from the Aviation Boatswain Mate Gasoline Handler School . First deployment South China Sea 1960-1961. Transfred off the Coral Sea upon her return from deploment as a Aviation Boatswain Mate Third Class (ABF3). Retired from the Navy 1 December 1989. Gerald W. Overall <gwoverall@cableone.net> - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 16:42:36 (PDT) Last signed 6/10/00 Nice site. 79/81 V-2 PLAT/LENS also AIMD as AMS-3. I stay in touch with Dosta, Rosa, and Kuroski (during a blue moon). I can't deny I made some great friends on board...... Mark Gadomski <gadomski@fast.net> - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 19:35:48 (PDT) AIMD 79/83 Alameda IM2 Division I have been keeping up with the reuions since doing one in Nashville,TN. Really do miss my times on the Coral Maru. Web Sites Sure do Help this Veteran. I hope that I meet someone from this time soon. AMS-3 NEAL Fellow Shipmates Of my Memory....... Hoppy,Jeffries, Moose, Engelhardt?, Stermer, Rabbit; Let's Talk! Somebody remembers........ I thought I crossed path's with Rabbit in Louisville, Ky. Late 80's Let's Keep our Cruise's in Memory. John Neal/Louisville, Ky./Hampton, Va. <jrn4n@msn.com> - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 11:15:03 (PDT) Served onboard from 83-86. Just wanted to say hi to all the guys I worked with over those wonderful years. I was in S-7 Div, Computer Ops. Remember the collision with the Napo? I worked most of my early years on the ship for CDR Stiegleman and CAPT Ebbers. I would love to hear from anyone from S7 or a few of the guys from S1. Ronald Sivits <rdsmvh@yahoo.com> - Friday, August 08, 2003 at 19:26:32 (PDT) I'm trying to find David K. Mar, he used to be a Radio Operator. Possibly from 71-74...73' the ship was in port in the Philippines. If you have any information on him, please let me know. Many thanks in advance for your assistance!! M. Padulla <mpadulla@hotmail.com> - Friday, August 08, 2003 at 17:45:54 (PDT) I just wanted to check in and say Hi to all my former shipmates and those i served with in A-Gang from 86 till Decom in 90, Hey Big A, Moose, Woodsy,Yogi Hey Does anyone know what Old MMC(SW) Nick Fergerson is up to? Or Chief Hopkins? Kevin (Rocky) Renaud <krenaud@alltel.net> - Friday, August 08, 2003 at 09:26:57 (PDT) served a division 1985-1989 Emergency diesels Jeff Mumau <mumau@alltel.net> - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 10:25:34 (PDT) I WAS IN FOX DIV '52-'54. ANYONE KNOW IF THERE WAS A CRUISE BOOK FOR '54 AND/OR '55 TRIPS? TOM JACKSON FT2 <TOMJACKSON57@AOL.COM> - Monday, August 04, 2003 at 16:57:57 (PDT) Served aboard Coral Sea,CVA 43 from Feb 55 to feb 57.I was in the 4th Div and was a gunnersmate on the 3" 50's.Made 2 Med cruises in 55 and 57.I got transferred to the Randolf,CVA 15, before the Coral Sea left for the west coast. Lou Casale <lou437c@earthlink.net> - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 10:21:07 (PDT) I SERVED ABOARD FROM 72-74, DEPLOYED ON THE 73 CRUISE. I'M LOOKING FOR A COUPLE OF THINGS. I LOST MY CRUISE BOOK AND WAS WONDERING IF THERE WERE ANYONE OUT THERE WHO MIGHT HAVE AN EXTRA COPY FOR PURCHASE. I'M LOOKING FOR A COUPLE OF PEOPLE TOO. AZ2 MARTY BECKER, AMH2 LLOYD RIDEAUX, AZ3 WILLIAM CAREY, AZ3 CHRIS CONN, ABEAN NATE SANFORD, ABE3 BUDDY REED, AZ3 RICE AND OTHERS I WAS STATIONED WITH. REMEMBER THE USO ON MARKET STREET DOWNTOWN SAN FRANCISCO. MAN I SURE MISS THOSE TIMES. WHILE WE WERE DEPLOYED, CAPTAIN PECK HAD JUST TAKEN OVER AS CO IN THE PI AND AZ3 CAREY AND I WERE WALKING TO THE EXCHANGE ON THE SUBIC SIDE FROM THE GYM. CAPT PECK WAS GOING THE SAME WAY WITH THE AIR BOSS AND DECIDED TO PICK US UP AND GIVE US A RIDE (PROBABLY BECAUSE CARY HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN AWARDED SAILOR OF THE MONTH). THE THING I REMEMBER WAS THAT OUR NEXT PORT VISIT WAS TO BE IN HONG KONG AND THE CO WAS LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF HIS DAUGHTER WHILE WE WERE THERE SO HE COULD SPEND QUALITY TIME WITH HIS WIFE. EVEN THE AIR BOSS (WHOSE NAME ELUDES ME)WAS JAW DROPPING SUPRISED. CAPT PECK LOOKED RIGHT AT ME IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR AND I WAS QUICK TO TELL HIM THAT THERE WAS NO WAY I WAS MESSING WITH THE CAPTAINS DAUGHTER AND HE'D HAVE TO FIND SOMEONE ELSE. ANYWAY...I ENDED UP SPENDING JUST ABOUT 22 YEARS IN AND RETIRED IN '95. LOVE TO HEAR FROM SOME OLD SHIPMATES OUT THERE. BILL GRIEBEL AZC USN RETIRED BILL GRIEBEL <LECLUB185@AOL.COM> - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 07:09:01 (PDT) Today a great man passed away, Bob Hope. I remember the cruise of '67-68, when he brought his USO Christmas show to the Coral Sea.What a thrill it was seeing him perform for the Crew. He brought a touch of home to all of us. everyone laughed at his jokes and had a tear in their eyes when the show was over and they sung Silent Night. I have the pictures of the show, and of him , Raquel Welch, Barbara McNair, Miss World eating in the Mess hall . He was open with everyone. I remember at the time thinking how he had performed for my father during W.W.II, and I was seeing now. Little did I know, at the time, that he would still be performing for my father’s grandchildren in the Service. He was a true entertainer, and a friend to everyone in the military, I thought it was the greatest show I ever saw, and under the circumstances it was. May he rest in peace. I served 3 years 7 months aboard the Coral Sea. and that show is one of the best moments on board . Michael Wechsler ADJ2 66-69 Michael Wechsler <michael@parsteel.com> - Monday, July 28, 2003 at 11:57:31 (PDT) still looking for any one in v1 div that servied on the great ship cva43. from 62 to 65 . glendon s anderson <gsawotx@yahoo.com> - Sunday, July 27, 2003 at 10:02:38 (PDT) I made the '77 cruise aboard the Coral Sea as an AO2 attached to VA95, an A6 Intruder squadron called the Gree Lizards. If anyone has a cruise book from that era (75-77), I'd be most happy to purchase it from you. I have a couple of extra cruise books from the USS Carl Vinson CVN 70 if you have a trade in mind. Regards, John Aldrich John Aldrich <john@aldrichclan.com> - Saturday, July 26, 2003 at 08:12:01 (PDT) super site - I really liked visiting hosting, alojamiento web, web hosting hosting, alojamiento web, web hosting <zero@hotmail.com> USA - Saturday, July 26, 2003 at 02:33:31 (PDT) 77-81, MDIV JUST CHECKIN IN, ANYONE REMEMBERS ME,FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME, STILL LOOKIN FOR DOUG KAUFMAN. FRANK BIONDO <TRUKINDOODAMAN@ASTOUND.NET> - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 18:46:40 (PDT) '77-81 M-div./A-div.Just checkin' in. Rick Martir-Cortes <rmartirc@yahoo.com> - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 18:33:10 (PDT) served from 75-79 in r div had a great time looking for any one from r div quade morr <qmorr@yahoo.com> - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 02:41:15 (PDT) Big rusty coral marooned ! quade morr <qmorr@yahoo.com> - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 02:28:19 (PDT) I liked your website, greetings registro de dominios, dominio registro de dominios, dominio <blausys@hotmail.com> USA - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 16:23:06 (PDT) Brian Walker; Just read your message in the Coral Sea guest book, dated Feb.'03 to someone named Jordan Ruth who is looking for anyone who might have known his grandfather. you were pretty rude to this kid, not to mention the fact that you really aren't very knowledgeable about Coral Sea or other carriers. True, Coral Sea was not nuke powered but she certainly didn't burn diesel fuel either, like all conventionally powered carriers, she burned "NSFO" (navy special fuel oil) also known as Bunker "C", commercially, it is #6 fuel oil. This kid Jordan did say his Grandfather was in "W" division, as in "Weapons"- which would include "Nuclear Weapons" which Coral Sea carried on 2 in not all 3 WesPac cruises I made. As for your telling Jordan #65 and up -Nuke. #64 and down Diesel, That's not correct either, America, #66 and Kennedy, #67 were both oil burners, Nimitz, #68 and up are nukes. Sorry to bust your chops but if your going to get on some ones case you should at least know what you talking about. which brings up another point, your claim to have had Coral Sea going as fast as she'd ever gone, SORRY, wrong again! We were off the Calif. coast, returning from WesPac in '68 or '69 headed for the yards, so we did the usual "full power run" to see what might break. With only 10 boilers on line, 2 were out of commission with blown tubes, we turned # 4 screw at 209 rpm (full power for the out board screws was 193 rpm, inboard screws were full power at 213 rpm on a 203 rpm bell) actual speed was 37 knots, which is faster than 36 knots and I don't have the foggiest idea if that's as fast as she'd ever gone or was capable of going. In case you don't know why the outboard screws turned slower then the "The Bell" and inboard screws turned faster, it's because the outboard screws were pitched 19ft 3in. and the inboard's were pitched 18ft. 4in., the reason for the difference in rpm was to made it harder for a sub to "count the turns" and calculate the ships speed. Hope you learned some thing today and may you have someone care enough about you to put forth the effort that Jordan Ruth is to find out about his grandfather C. Neander MM/2 M-Div '66 to '69 Clarence Neander <accrane@msn.com> - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 15:39:19 (PDT) 80-82 A div compressed air - buncab,barclay,english -and any one else who served remember the rebuild of the high pressure air comp - or the peir being smashed in Subic Bay - J.McCabe Joe McCabe <coldfusion10101@aol.com> - Wednesday, July 23, 2003 at 22:36:59 (PDT) Hello to all sailors especially those who served from 4-75 thru 11-78 I am an Ordy worked at the armory G-3 division ,and AOCS. Best wishes to all Carlos A. Terc <CarlosAterc@eaton.com> - Wednesday, July 23, 2003 at 11:21:47 (PDT) Signed in before,,served in B-Div. 4-Able fireroom, 1960-1963. Talk to Glen Sievert & Big Em every week,,,& we all wonder why you don't write anybody Bennie Didway??? I know of 5 people who have tryed to get in contact with you & you act like your in the witness protection program. Why don't you answer anybody Bennie,,,everybody liked you. Anyway, hello Glen, hello Glen's brother Bert, hello Big Em, hello all snipes. Sammy Owens <lwsambo@web-access.net> - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 05:56:54 (PDT) col. max geoffroy ---- vmf 531 grayghost Col. maxwell geoffroy, usmc ,ret <maxwellgeoffroy@hotmail.com> - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 19:43:59 (PDT) YES I was ON the Coral Sea from 1973 to 1975 I Served as a Postal Clerk.. I admit the water did not taste good and the ship was OLD.. BUT WOW did we Travel the Ocean and see the sites.. While in the navy I Learned alot of Bad Habits.. BUT it was a Experience for me.... Larry Stanton <easybudman@hotmail.com> - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 09:37:35 (PDT) Ralph Osburn-V-1 Div. `61-`63. Looking for V1 Div. `61-`63 Shipmates--Freddie Hernandez,and Schmitz. Ralph Osburn <osburnjrl@intercorp.com> - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 21:05:53 (PDT) Hey, Dave Furbish. I remember those troughs very well. Especially the times when the wiseguys would set fire to a lil raft and it floated to the end and all those hearty lubbers, engrossed in their SeaBreeze, jumpin up as it went on by. Funnnnny! Tom Jackson FT3 <grandpaj14@yahoo.com> - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 19:48:08 (PDT) Was glad to find this site. It has already put me in contact with one of my old shipmates. SAtill looking for more. Pat Carty <pcarty2@tampabay.rr.com> - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 09:03:11 (PDT) Served onboard 1969-1973 v-2 division catapult 3 and 2. Would like to hear from old shipmates.Any of you guys still around? Brian Paradis (BC) <bparadis38@msn.com> Burlington , Ct 06013 - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 11:45:05 (PDT) i served on her from 51 to 54 would like to talk to anyone from the o2r div... please send to my cousin at his e-mail bigheff1@hotmail.com thank you dick evans <bigheff1@hotmail.com> - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 08:01:17 (PDT) Served aboard 1953 to 1956,B-Division 3-Able Fireroom, the last year was in the oil shack. Learned a lot, met a lot of good friends, can't remember a lot of names. Seems like the 1st. class over 3- Able was Stazak,He was a good leader. Seems like a eternity ago. Was sorry to hear they scraped her out. If any are still kicking drop a line. God Bless all that serve. Larry Longwell <res6pf7d@verizon.net> - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 19:59:27 (PDT) Haven't checked in in quite awhile. Hey I got my first water hammer within the first week of checking into #4 engine room. Have alot of fond memories too. Farmer and I still chat but now he is in kuwat. I would like to head to baltimore to see what's left of the good ole Coral Sea. To all who served on her god speed and take care Jim Skaggs <skaggsclan@aol.com> - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 19:35:40 (PDT) HELLO MIKE CELANTANO AND YES I REMEMBER YOUR LITTLE ACCIDENT.I WAS ON BOARD FROM 77-80 AND HAD A TON OF FRIENDS. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM DAVE BAKER,ROD,HANK HULL,MARK,GREG AND ANYONE ELSE WHO MIGHT REMEMBER ME.I REALLY MISS THE BIKE RIDE WE HAD IN THAILAND.HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU GUYS.....LATER. JEFF DANBURG <YELTRK68@AOL.COM> MESA, AZ USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 00:52:52 (PDT) Ralph Osburn V-1 Div `61-`63. looking for shipmates V-1 Div Ralph Osburn <osburnjrl@intercop.com> - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 22:04:33 (PDT) ARRIVED CV-43 6-81 DEPARTED 9-83. HT-3 IN PIPE SHOP WITH HT-1s RUDY PHILLIPS AND LARRY HOEKLEMANN. MADE 2WEST-PACS AND WORLD CRUISE TO NORFOLK. WAS THERE WHEN CAPT. BEAR TAYLOR HAD A BRIGHT YELLOW SMILEY FACE PAINTED ON FACE OF RADAR EQUIP. UPON ARRIVAL INTO NORFOLK AFTER W/C 83. WHERE IS BURDICK[LITTLE DAB WILL DO YA] MULE HIS SIDEKICK' SCULLY'MAXEY'WEASEL'DOBBSES'BRADY' HUCK'AND WHO FORGOT M E L V I N FROM ADA OKLAHOMA. I KNOW I FORGET SOME BUT DONT HAVE THAT MUCH SPACE. E-MAIL IF YOU CAN OR CALL 941-927-7631 THE LERCH MAN-N-SHIT JAY STEDCKE <diane.stedcke@verizon.net> sarasota, fla THE ONE AND ONLY U.S.A... - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 18:14:00 (PDT) Jack, listen...I'm not whining about anything. All I was saying was that the guys in M-3 at least gave me a chance to prove what I could do. Capt. Pratt cut me a deal that if I gave 6 months of good service to M-3, I could go to any Engineering Div. I wanted. Anderchuk, Clevenger, Cooper, just about everyone in M-3 at least gave me a decent shake. More than I can say about M-2. The truth of the matter is that even though "I wasn't the easiest guy to get along with", I kept my mouth shut to the MAA about the "hammer". It's one thing to get hammered, happened to everyone. But when you're halfway up the ladder and get hit with GP, it was all I could do to hold on to the rail. Not cool. When the guys in medical wanted to know what happened, the Medical Officer almost insisted I go to the MAA, but I didn't. In the end, Capt. Pratt kept his word, and I wound up being the Asst. Workcenter Supervisor for Hydraulics before I left Coral Sea. Obviously, someone thought I was fine to get along with and did a good job. Anyway Jack, I don't remember anything bad between you and me, and I understand you taking offense by me slamming M-2. Sorry. Just the way I see it. I'm sure Rick has told you we get together. Hope all's well with you. Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 10:16:20 (PDT) I WAS ABOARD FROM 61 TO 65 IN V1 REP 8 MADE 3 CRUISE GOT OFF IN THE GULF OF VIETNAM IN THE MAIL COD. LOOKING FOR ANY ONE THAT WAS ON HER IN V1DIV I AM LOOK FOR RALPH OSBURN glendon s anderson <gsawotx@yahoo.com> - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 09:04:42 (PDT) mmugu mug mugu mugu mygui mugu mugu mugu mugu mugu !mugu mugui mugu gya man <muguigbo@mugu.ca> - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 04:43:37 (PDT) AIMD Flight Control Atkron 95 IPTS Ship/Shore 1973 West Pac Subic Bay Yankee Station 45 day line periods Water Hours You have girlfriend this bar? Chuck Stewart <chastew@aol.com> - Saturday, July 05, 2003 at 14:00:36 (PDT) Hi, Nice site ... Good luck 4 you :) If you'd like to check an other cool site, look at Kontaktanzeigen, Singles, Flirt, Chat at www.together24.de Together24 <Together24> - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 02:11:17 (PDT) To Mr Allen.You mentioned one name that rings a big f****n bell with me.MM1 Dovel.I could'nt stand that scumbag motherfucker either...........still ca'nt get him out of my system,and its been 17 years.would still love to smack his teeth out.......the fat bastard!!!!Myself being an ex m-2er i have to say they probably meant no harm to you,I mean we all took alot of grief when we were "boot camps",right?I know i did,but after a little while it stops.Anyway i remember an m-3er who would constantly bust my balls for not wearing my mickey mouse ears when i was doing the shaft alley run.Do you remember MM2 Klinck from m-3?Oh god i hated going to check the spring bearing in 3 pump especially if he was the top watch.I mean all i wanted to do was get in and get out and this guy would constantly give me shit.I wound up hating him too(another fat bastard). Hey Jack i see your still prowling around here eh?Hadahellahya?Heard from strom about a month or so ago.We were recalling some of the music we used to listen to.Just went back to work about 2 weeks ago,after a 5 month layoff(thank god)Construction around here went into the toilet in the last year or so.needless to say the pipefitting biz did too but it seems to be picking up now.gotta run but have a great 4th of july.................Tom MMFN T Barry <tbarry39@comcast.net> - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 15:49:45 (PDT) Hey,Jon Allen I can't believe you are still whining about that, after all these years. Yes some of the guys in M2 got carried away with the water hammers(myself included) but it was all in fun and no-one (including Orman) meant you any harm. You were not the easiest person to get along with. Jack Hardy <jmhardy21@hotmail.com> - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 10:01:04 (PDT) Hi been a while since sining on. Served on the Coral Sea in 72--73. Was on the 73 west-pac. Change internet providers so getting my new email address out there. Looking forward to seeing everyone in Portsmouth this fall. Jim Johnson <Muskfis@sbcglobal.net> - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 at 03:35:27 (PDT) Was proud to serve aboard the old girl from Sept 69 until Sept 71. Worked in the Disbursing office. DARRELL SAVAGE <DARSAV@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, July 01, 2003 at 13:47:05 (PDT) Count me in, Coop Jr. All you guys in M-3 were great to me, after I got water-hammered with General Purpose Detergent (the whole 5 gals) by the shmucks in M-2 and they flushed my eyes out with saline for an hour in sick-bay. MAA was gonna fry the whole watch-standing team. Capt. Pratt decided I needed to get out of there, and wound up in M-3 before going to Hydraulics. Some of the guys in M-2 were okay, but most a bunch of jerks. Especially Dovel. What a horse's hindquarters. I was glad to be outta there. M-3 welcomed me and things turned out fine. You guys were great. Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, July 01, 2003 at 11:28:14 (PDT) ABE turned up and not at the FABULOUS FRONTIER, shocking still lookin for snipes from 86 to 90 ! ! aka. COOP JR. MMFN COOPER <thwrlck@aol.com> - Sunday, June 29, 2003 at 14:24:22 (PDT) I'm still searching for a man named David Taylor who served on board the USS Coral Sea around 1974-1975. If anyone can help me in any way please drop me a line. God Bless!!! Joy Figueroa <alenadaisy@yahoo.com> - Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 21:44:44 (PDT) Served 64 to 66.4th div.I miss her! Will never forget! Larry D. Bright <son781@aol.com> - Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 07:08:40 (PDT) Thanks for the sight, I recieved an excellent history lesson on my grandfather. He was one of the pilots that was involved in the 56' mishap. Thank you again. Jeremy Gall <gatorgod@yahoo.com> - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 17:05:54 (PDT) Aloha from Maui, Hawaii. I served on board from 1978 to 1981 in S-7 Division Data Processing. Anybody know the whereabouts of Jeff Wasser, Michael Groat, Mark Kitchens, Robert Vanderslice, or Walt(Mac) McBride? Dave Wasserman <wassamata_u@yahoo.com> - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 12:24:43 (PDT) Served on board from 83-87. Was there for the C.O.H in Portsmith, the collision south of Cuba and for the whole line-of-death, Libya event. Served in OI Division. Currently still in the reserves (as an OS1)and am submitting this during my 2 weeks of training while on watch in Keflavik Iceland. Getting ready to retire, soon!. Brion Perry (OS Type) <b8905@hotmail.com> - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 02:10:02 (PDT) i was on the fdr until it went to bremerton in 53 or early 54 and then transferred to the coral sea until feb 56 i was in m division, engine room # 4 i would like to hear from any one in m div during that time. i may have been in contact with you during those great times. harold gray <giginharold @aol.com> - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 19:11:02 (PDT) Just missed you Rich try again next time I work from 5 pm thursday mountain time lets try 7:30 mountain time or 8:30 your time later Doug Stewart <ifdstewart@yahoo.com> - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 18:47:32 (PDT) Anybody going to the chat room tonight? Rich Carson <carson1@adelphia.net> - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 16:53:03 (PDT) Hello you swabs!!! Proudly served on the flight deck working the runout on cat 1. Played golf with Capt. Harris almost every time we hit Subic. I am very happy to see this site. Thanks I miss the old girl Dave Tiller V-2 !971- 73 <spike19532002@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at 12:53:36 (PDT) I served on the Coral Sea from 83-86 in the V-1 division. Any other yellow shirts out there give me a holler. What's up Jethro, Hoss and Cliff...Larry Gross (Wilderbeast) where are you, brother??? Tom Goodwin <tom@vbh-inc.com> - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at 10:33:44 (PDT) Waiting for info on October reunion in Portsmouth/Norfolk area. Gene C. Davis <threbagful@aol.com> - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at 18:30:47 (PDT) "W" Division: Recommissioning through May 1962 Robert K. Dunn <rkdunn2@juno.com> - Sunday, June 22, 2003 at 19:23:12 (PDT) Served aboard the Coral Sea from 1972-1975. Was in V-4 and V-5 Divisions. Bob Hammel <bobfrommt@webtv.net> - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 06:33:16 (PDT) GM DIV. AO3 BOB KLEMM 74-77 LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES TO SAY HI TO. bob klemm <bobk@team-h.com> - Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at 12:59:45 (PDT) Served aboard CVA 43 in 1974. Harry J. Sear <Wrestlepop@MSN> - Monday, June 16, 2003 at 18:19:34 (PDT) I made three cruises aboard Coral Sea with Light Photo Squadron 63 (VFP-63): 1968-69, 1969-70, and 1979-80. You have an excellent web site with a great collection of photos. Jerry Nolan, ISC (SW), USN (Ret.) <jerry.nolan@cox.net> - Monday, June 16, 2003 at 12:47:13 (PDT) Served aboard from October 53 to January 56 in Fox Division. Does anyone remember the heads with the troughs with the sea water running through them? I have tried to explain how those heads worked both to my children and grandchildren with little success. They all have trouble picturing how they worked and have a hard time believing that the Navy would have such a device in the fifties. Dave Furbish, FT3 <elfurb@cox.net> - Sunday, June 15, 2003 at 11:46:29 (PDT) Hi, Nice site ... Good luck 4 you :) If you'd like to check an other cool site, look at Kontaktanzeigen, Singles, Flirt, Chat at www.together24.de Together24 <Together24> - Sunday, June 15, 2003 at 06:23:08 (PDT) Keep The Faith! Served on the USS Coral Sea 1971-1974. Supply PO in A Division. ronald j. kriss <rjkriss@lucent.com> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 13:52:15 (PDT) I served on the Coral Sea from May 1971 to July 1972. I was assigned to the Aviation Ordiance Department. Made one WestPac during that time. Looking for names of shipmates I served with during that time, epecially in ordiance. I just turned 18 years old in December 1971 when he stopped at Subic Bay on the way to the line. Spent 12 hour days putting those 500 pounders together down below the hanger desk. I wss from Boston, so many of the guys probably remember my accent. I remember the last name of one of my friends (Hebert) I think he was from up my way. Also if anyone has a cruise book I'd like to know. Would it have pictures of all the sailors? Will never forget the Coral Sea - San Francisco's Own ALLEN JENNER <ROAD4RUN@AOL.COM> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 12:42:37 (PDT) hi! I am the Dau. of George Henry Williams who served on this vessel 1960s to early 70s. Any sailor remembering my father contact me. thanks very much. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 10:02:02 (PDT) hi! I am the Dau. of George Henry Williams who served on this vessel 1960s to early 70s. Any sailor remembering my father contact me. thanks very much. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 10:01:33 (PDT) hi! I am the Dau. of George Henry Williams who served on this vessel 1960s to early 70s. Any sailor remembering my father contact me. thanks very much. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 10:01:03 (PDT) hi! I am the Dau. of George Henry Williams who served on this vessel 1960s to early 70s. Any sailor remembering my father contact me. thanks very much. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 10:00:26 (PDT) hi! I am the Dau. of George Henry Williams who served on this vessel 1960s to early 70s. Any sailor remembering my father contact me. thanks very much. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 09:57:19 (PDT) I am the Dau. of Roy A. Wilson who served on this vessal Oct. 12, 1955 to to Jan. 3, 1956. Any sailor remembering my father contact me. Tarrah (Wilson) Gaines <Wackyracers@MSN.com> - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 11:05:52 (PDT) Hi, I posted before and I was told that it would be easier for me to post what my dad's job was and I just found out what it was he was in USS Coral Sea AMID Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department AF. Would anyone working in that dept know an Albert M Stull? Al Stull? if you do PLEASE e mail me. I have been searching for him for a good number of years. Lucy Stull Healey <healeyLucy@Yahoo.com> - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 08:50:10 (PDT) Hi, great site! Served on board "The Ageless Warrior" from 10/82 - 03/85, CR Division. Am looking for any Radiomen who served during this time. Also, am looking for a Coral Sea zippo lighter manufactured during these years. Lost a special presentation lighter onboard and would like to receover it. Did the round-the-world cruise from Alameda - Norfolk. Am specifically looking for Captain Grant, Supply Oficer on the round-the-world cruise. RMC Allen R. Fintzel, USN (Ret) <Sabusan76014@yahoo.com> - Monday, June 09, 2003 at 17:05:36 (PDT) If any one is intrested I have pictures of the turnover in the Med in 1987. They include the USS SARATOGA & her battle group asd well. You can write me at 4875 KOTO RD PLACERVILLE CA 95667.If anybody knows how to get a new cruise jacket from then please let me know!!!!! Are there S-2 shipmates fromthis period out there WILLIAM LEE <wtl1965@hotmail.com> - Monday, June 09, 2003 at 13:07:47 (PDT) If any one is intrested I have pictures of the turnover in the Med in 1987. They include the USS SARATOGA & her battle group asd well. You can write me at 4875 KOTO RD PLACERVILLE CA 95667.If anybody knows how to get a new cruise jacket from then please let me know!!!!! WILLIAM LEE <wtl1965@hotmail.com> - Monday, June 09, 2003 at 12:46:56 (PDT) I was aboard the Coral Sea for her last cruise in '89. I was with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 451 (VMFA-451), but I worked in AIMD Avionics. I always remember the cruise as bitter-sweet. It was sweet, and a great honor, to be part of this great ships last cruise. We had a great crew, and we had a great time in the Med that summer. But every time I think of the cruise, I always think of the explosion in turret 2 of USS Iowa during our work-ups. I remember watching the helicopters bring in the wounded Iowa Sailors to our Medical Dept. The Iowa went with us to the Med anyway, and I've got pics of that damn turret gun sticking up in the air the whole cruise. Anyway, it was great to be a part of US Naval History. Joel <ssgtgentry@paradoxmail.net> - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 18:49:15 (PDT) I came aboard the Coral Sea in 1975 during its stay in Long Beach Dry Dock.I was going to be sent to the Kitty Hawk in Bremerton, WA. But they changed my orders at the last moment. I was the only ships company Aviation Electronic Technician aboard. Which was weird since there wasn't any planes on the ship. After they realized I had nothing to do They made me a Mess Deck Master at Arms until we left dry dock and the planes returned. I was also stationed in Naha, Okinawa, Japan in 1973-74 with VC-5. I was a A-4 plane captain, we also had P-2, S-2, H-3. We flew targets and drones for ships to shoot at. They send me to AIMD to repair aircraft Black Box electronics. Richard (Rick) Goeldi <snogoldi@yahoo.com> - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 12:38:33 (PDT) I was aboard during 64/65 except for 5 months while recuperating from surgery. Was assigned to temp duty Ford Island. Got back on board in May 65 and departed the ship about July 1 while in Subic Bay. The ship was sent back to the gulf of Tonkin. My assigned duty was in S-1 supply. Oil . Acid lockers. What fun. Michael A. Sigears <masigears@msn.com> - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 18:12:10 (PDT) Forgot to put my last name up last time I was here. Would like to hear from any of my old V-1 shipments who are still out there. Nickname was "hook me up" given to me by ABH3 Troy, Woody, Rodney T, Nowicki, or Burrell if you guys are out there please feel free to drop a line can't believe Clifford is a Senior Chief. Hope to hear from some of your. Ricardo Coto <latinkicker@msn.com> - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 11:46:06 (PDT) Served Aboard from 1985 to 1987. V-1 Division Crash And Salvage. Ricardo <Latinkicker@msn.com> - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 10:59:18 (PDT) Served Aboard the Coral Sea from (68-72)Was MM3 in 3Group,worked in #3Pump Room.Had some good times while aboard the Coral Sea,especially in PI.Still live in Monterey,Calif.Give me a E-mail. Art Sturgill <shortysrod@aol.com> - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 03:02:31 (PDT) Served onboard from Dec 1984 thru Dec 1989. USS Coral sea CV 43 was the first ship and finest ship I have ever served on. R Division 84 to 89 best bunch of sailors in the world. Andrew Policastro <policaa@kitty-hawk.navy.mil> - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 00:05:36 (PDT) I was a radioman on the 1963 west pac cruise that went to Sydney. Tom Azbell <telda@core.com> - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 19:12:38 (PDT) please help! i'm looking for GEORGE HENRY WILLIAM, US NAVY SERVICE NO. 3538656 ATN-2 USS CORAL SEA CVA or CVF - 43 assigned here at US Naval Base Olongapo City, Philippines (1960s to 1970s) please email to gb_anakin@hotmail.com thanks. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 10:00:39 (PDT) please help! i'm looking for my father he's GEORGE HENRY WILLIAM US NAVY SERVICE NO. 3538656 ATN-2 USS CORAL SEA CVA or CVF - 43 assigned here at US Naval Base Olongapo City, Philippines (1960s to 1970s) please email to gb_anakin@hotmail.com thanks. rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 09:54:50 (PDT) anybody please help! i'm looking for my father he is "GEORGE HENRY WILLIAMS" Birth Place = T.A. TALLS, TEXAS, USA US Navy Service No. = 3538656 atn-2 USS CORAL SEA CVA or CVF 43 FPO once assigned here @ Olongapo Naval Base, Manila, Philippines (late '60s to early '70s) thank you very much. Rosemarie c/o gb_anakin@hotmail.com rosemarie williams <gb_anakin@hotmail.com> - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 05:16:13 (PDT) just located the site. thought I would stop in and say hello. Served on the final cruise in AIMD. Greg Wingerter <teqsunrz01@aol.com> - Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 05:46:28 (PDT) Served aboard the Coral Sea while attached to HS-17 "NEPTUNE'S RAIDERS!". TAD to S-6 Division. Hail to my homeboys Chief (VMFA-451?), AK1 Lofton (VA-55), Dog (VMFA-451), AK2 "Woody" Woodall, & AN "Kip" Kippilii. To be a part of the final voyage aboard this great ship (88-89) was the most memorable time of my life. What more can I say? Hope you're all in good health, as well as those who served during the same time period! Shipmates for life! Vincent "Boo-Boo" Bustamante, AK3 <Vincent.Bustamante@weac.com> - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 16:10:12 (PDT) Served onboard 55-57 and again in early 60. Was in V3O ( aviation Ordnance ) div. In 55 on the med cruise had 10 first class and three chiefs Cant remember names. When the cruise was over in Norva, we off loaded ammo, avia parts and 3/4 of the crew. I was the remaining first class left in V3O,. Lt Stollenwerck was div officer. Ltjg Dill was EOD Officer, I was the other half of the EOD team. Remember diving on the ship in Toronto to inspect screws. It was really cold and had no diving suits. Also had to breath ships low pressure air. Made it to Bremerton dispite Capt Japps, live by Navy regs policy. Now living in Bloomington, IN. In 1960 , My tour was shortioned as made LDO and off to Pensacola. Next ship Yorktown. Arthur Dahlgren <adahlgre@indiana.edu> - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 13:31:30 (PDT) Could use an update if anyone has email addresses for then PN2 Major Bynum, and PN2 Bob McNinch (86-Decomm). MA1 W. VanSyckle, I tried emailing you, but mail was kicked back.....please confirm. Recently I found (probably the last of its kind) a final cruise bumper sticker, a CV43 phone book, and a cased brass CV43 Zippo lighter. If anyone wants photos of these for memorabilia, give me a shout. Can't get this site's email to accept. Dan Whitaker <whitents@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 22:21:13 (PDT) Visited for the 71-72, 73 cruises with HC-1 Det 6, are any of these people alive? Rick Salinas (lackland email doesnot work ), Greg Wahl, Darral Atwood Dave Lizzaraga, Bruce Cyr, Tom Reynolds, Garnett Hasset.Under "Lest We Forget HC-1".... They forgot. Mike Campbell <mcamcfd@earthlink.net > - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 18:19:06 (PDT) Great site!! I served from 64-66 in the Public Affairs Office, X-Division. I was ship's newspaper editor. I enjoyed this time of my life more than any other. Les Jackson <LLJackson2503@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 15:44:11 (PDT) Just found this site. My father was on the first sailing of the USS Coral Sea, I believe in 1946. I now have the plank holder's certificate and dozens of photos from his group in August, 1946. Is the name Challie Conley, Jr. familiar to anyone? sheri - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 12:43:54 (PDT) Started on her JAN 1986 and stayed with her til she went to the scrap yard. Wm. Douglas Van Syckle, MA1 (Ret) <vansycwd@yahoo.com or wilcher1@juno.com> - Monday, May 26, 2003 at 14:35:35 (PDT) Wanted to know if anyone knew my dad, Chief Hank Hannah. I don't remember the exact time he was on the ship, but do remember the ship went to Perth, Western Australia in 1975 and he was on it that time. He was stationed at Whidbey Island from 1968-1977 before he retired. He is deceased now since 1996, would like to hear anything about him during his Navy days. thank you. Debbie (Hannah) Underfinger <dju4him@cox.net> - Monday, May 26, 2003 at 11:44:49 (PDT) All hands pause to remember the dead. Mark Lynn (VA-55 War Horses 87-88 and 89 Meds) - Monday, May 26, 2003 at 08:16:23 (PDT) 1962-63, Had the time of my life on board, working in the Personnel Office with a good bunch of guys and made a fun WP cruise . Think about these times alot. Just made contact with one of my old freinds, Ron Roberts Have not heard from Alan Costello for many years. Joe Hoesley <JHoesley@aol.com> - Sunday, May 25, 2003 at 14:29:44 (PDT) served 78-81 2Baker Boiler would like to here from friends. Leslie Katschor <les_marki@riverview.net> - Saturday, May 24, 2003 at 19:15:48 (PDT) Was aboard from 70 - 72 WestPac. San Francisco/ Hunters Point/ NAS Alameda E-Div / IC3 worked in SP shop/phone exchange/Gyros/Flight deck during deployment. Sea&Anchor Detail was Main Eng Control. Was in SF 4 yrs ago and went to old NAS and drove around. Was driving down the pier where we use to tie up and was suprised to see the bow of a carrier among the cargo ships there. Brought back so good memories. The ship was the Hornet - CVS12, met the guys who were working on her to restore it to a museum. The guy who was in charge was from the Coral Sea. Went back the next day and spent the whole day exploring her. Felt like I was home on the Coral Sea. This is a great site and will be back lots. Long Live San Francisco's Own. Richard DeJohn <f4phantomcva43@aol.com> - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 23:25:38 (PDT) Great site, really good. Richard DeJohn <f4phantomcva43@aol.com> - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 23:05:29 (PDT) This is a great website. Greetings. buscadores buscadores <info@buscadores.com> USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 14:42:00 (PDT) Would like to invite all Coral Sea Crew Members to join the Coral Sea Association and attend the Re-union in Portsmouth, Va this fall! ! ! ! Details on the Association Home Page. (www.usscoralsea.org) Served aboard 74-78 in B Division and worked in 4Able and 4Baker Firerooms. Attended the Annual Midwest Spring Fling in Rockford, Ill back in April even though I'm from Alabama. Didn't know anyone other than Mike (Oscar) Pfeffer but I feel like I know the guys that were there and their wives all my life! ! ! ! Gotta go for now, come on guys and join the Association! Sidney C. Dockery Jr. <doccrew@aol.com> - Monday, May 19, 2003 at 16:38:47 (PDT) Served aboard CV-43 from 1977 through 1979 in S-6 Division (Aviation Stores). Richard Wildhirt <richard.wildhirt@boeing.com> - Monday, May 19, 2003 at 13:42:49 (PDT) I was an MS2 on board from 82 - 85. I spent a short time in the Aft. Galley before being recruited into the Aft. Bakeshop. MS2 Belange was my boss. We lost him in Hawaii. Also worked with Mcrayer, Ruiz, Lerma, Prouty, Agustin (all MSs), and a few others. If you were on board during this time, you ate my pasties. If anyone knows of or is in contact with any of the guys I mentioned, pleas drop me an e-mail. Drop an e-mail anyway. Ed Ohle <eohle@jhuccp.org> - Monday, May 19, 2003 at 12:04:57 (PDT) Late Aug. '79' I joined the Coral Sea as an E-4 "Corporal" with the Marine detatchment. Not attending Sea School I unknowingly began to take on the largest learning experience of my life at that time, I was getting chewed out at least once a day, but soon after getting underway on the 13th west pac I soon began exploring as much of the ship as I could. I would frequent the metal shop where I would learn to engrave. I had also acumulated 18 hours at the helm, remembering one day, the ships Captain entered the bridge and said "So when did we start letting trees drive the ship" since I was in a camo uniform. And of course there were many other memorable experiences. If there is any one who may remember me feel free to drop me a line or two. Jim Sims <jhsimsjr@aol.com> - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 18:23:53 (PDT) (update to my email address) Family Day Cruise - Alameda, CA summer 1982: Just wondering if anyone out there has any recollection of this day. I was 15 years old and my amateur dance group performed on the Coral Sea. It was the most enjoyable performance of my dancing years (over 20). We were treated like movie stars. Such a memorable experience for a 15 year old girl. There were a group of red shirts who signed and gave me a shirt. Also met a set of twins named Tom and Lane Dobbs. Would love to hear from any of you. Diana Rodriguez-Zimmerer <dianar@edorss.com> - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 13:24:35 (PDT) any body know my grandfather who was the leader of the nuclear weapons department of division W many poeple abaord the sara remeber him and i just want to know if anybody up here know him.. he justrecently passed away on Jan. 6 of non small cell lung cancer that spread through out his chest. if you remeber chief john f. ruth please emial me chief John F. Ruth <lawn1@cox.net> - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 10:42:36 (PDT) Served 86-final decomm, was PN3. Great site, brings back fond memories. Anybody from that time period that remembers transferring off her; I probably did your paperwork (hope it was RIGHT!) Feel free to drop a line. dan whitaker <whitents@aol.com> - Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 10:18:19 (PDT) Served on the Coral Sea from 1981 to 1983. I was with VF-21 then! Bobby Nolde <phantombullet@msn.com> - Saturday, May 17, 2003 at 22:14:06 (PDT) I see there are alot of pepole looking for cruise books. I took bob's advice and checked e-bay, and found one with-in two weeks of looking and paid $43. right now as of this date there are three books up for bid, they are as follows: 1. "89" final cruise 2. "67-68" vietnam cruise 3. "61-62" far east cruise, seems that this one comes with two bookslooks like a great deal. good luck (mitch, vmfa-531, 79-80 cruise) mitch goulet <goulet@centurytel.net> - Saturday, May 17, 2003 at 10:02:40 (PDT) Trying to replace my Shellback certificate, but need to know longitude and a date we crossed the line on the way to Australia during our 69/70 West/Pac Cruise. Thanks Michael Kartchner <kartvines@juno.com> - Friday, May 16, 2003 at 05:34:40 (PDT) Family Day Cruise - Alameda, CA summer 1982: Just wondering if anyone out there has any recollection of this day. I was 15 years old and my amateur dance group performed on the Coral Sea. It was the most enjoyable performance of my dancing years (over 20). We were treated like movie stars. Such a memorable experience for a 15 year old girl. There were a group of red shirts who signed and gave me a shirt. Also met a set of twins named Tom and Lane Dobbs. Would love to hear from any of you. Diana Rodriguez-Zimmerer <dianar@condorsys.com> - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 10:37:56 (PDT) Been a while since I posted anything. Onboard '78-'81 with the Marine Detachment. Had some good times and some not so good but I'll always have good memories of my time onboard. The port call to Thialand brings back the best memories. The PI was good but not a match for Pattaya Beach. All the Devildogs that served at this time get in touch so we can bring up all good times again. Randall R. Greer (LURCH) <gnrnr460@aol.com - marine3058sd@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at 23:55:21 (PDT) Marty Gonzales I remember, it is great to see theese pictures it brings back lots of memories. John W. Ridge II <jwr0759@msn.com> - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at 12:01:00 (PDT) On board during 77-80 tour. Anybody know a Robert Rangel he was a PC onboard from Bakerfield CA. Had some great times in the PI. Send E-mail if he is found. God bless the old lady.. Leo Cardenas <cardenas1140@aol.com> - Monday, May 12, 2003 at 18:43:38 (PDT) Great Site!!! Les Jackson, JO3, Public Affairs Office, Ship's Newspaper Les Jackson <LLJackson2503@aol.com> - Sunday, May 11, 2003 at 14:37:35 (PDT) Just heard from John Morrison, aka the gimp. Can't wait to hear from the rest of the Hull Snipes from 77 thru 80. Tweedy where are you? Remember the last P.I. party prior to returning from West Pac 80? What a blast. I still remember Spicer soiling himself as we got toasted. What about Harry Proctor? John Fields, Rember Jaymie Simth, did 5 and 1/2 years for a four year tour and was awol at sea. Anyway maybe we could organize a reunion. Doug Doug Cantrell <doug_cantrell@fpl.com> - Sunday, May 11, 2003 at 10:59:10 (PDT) Hey Doug I ran into Tom Kulka, he was back in ohio to visit his mother. Rich Carson <carson1@adelphia.net> - Saturday, May 10, 2003 at 17:43:28 (PDT) Miss the old girl. CO MARDET 82 -84 Jim Nelson <marinejfn@earthlink.net> - Thursday, May 08, 2003 at 08:56:20 (PDT) Carson Hows it going havent heard from skull still looking for him last known in Minneapolis good to hear from you. any luck finding any shipmates if so let me know. talk to you later Doug Stewart <ifdstewart@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 08, 2003 at 00:58:08 (PDT) I am looking for the address of a shipmate who served aboard the USS Coral Sea in VF 103 during the Med Cruise in l954. Name is Ronald G. Hampton AD2. If anyone knows his address or e-mail, I would appreciate receiving it. Art Malo <AEM-1@msn.com> - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 18:38:43 (PDT) Hello Shipmates, It took me a while to find this site but the time was worth it. I'm just looking for anyone from the '83 world cruise. I was in G-1 fwd assembly. David <Lemon268@aol.com> - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 07:53:56 (PDT) Jimmy Thompson send your complete E-Mail Roger Ryba <pinetoprairie@wiktel.com> - Tuesday, May 06, 2003 at 12:23:22 (PDT) hey guys any one from e-div 81-84 living in Raleigh N.C. moving there next month note new e-mail Tom Hickey <tomandrena@hoymail.com> - Monday, May 05, 2003 at 21:52:25 (PDT) Hello to all,I served aboard 1-76 to 4-78 V-2 cat # 3,would like to hear from shipmates,I still live up here in Alaska,It,s great to read your stories,take care Max Nickerson Max Nickerson <rubester79@hotmail.com> - Monday, May 05, 2003 at 16:50:03 (PDT) Can anyone tell me how I can get a hold of muster rolls or crew rosters from 1974-1975. Any information will be very helpful. Thank you. Joy Figueroa <alenadaisy@yahoo.com> - Monday, May 05, 2003 at 12:37:15 (PDT) Good Morning Warriors. I checked onboard Jan 83, Same day Capt Jeremy "Bear" Taylor took command. Anybody remember the ship's band "John Doe and the Bootleg Rockers" they practiced back in the balloon room during the world cruise. Played in Subic, Singapore and Cannes and a couple of "Steel Beach" parties during that cruise. Thanks for the memories! Mike Williams <tagmike@juno.com> - Monday, May 05, 2003 at 02:13:35 (PDT) 1967 o 1970 worked on Cat 2 Great Ship lots of memories. Jimmy E, Thompson <tjimmyjudy45> - Sunday, May 04, 2003 at 17:33:42 (PDT) Great site; great ship. Captain Lawrence B. Brennan, USNR, CO NR NWC (L) 401 <brennanl@wemed.com> - Sunday, May 04, 2003 at 11:48:04 (PDT) Haven't been on the site for awhile. Bob does an excellent job with this site. Made the 66-67 Westpac aboard "THE LADY" with VF-154. Just got back last weekend from a 2nd "Rendezvous" with some old squadron mates in Panama City Beach FL. Tom Ingalls, Bill Crockett, Jim O'Quinn, Joe Curci and myself. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of any of the 154 boys from that era (63-69)please let me know. I'm very proud to have served aboard this "Lady". She was a great ship. Mike Brophy, AQF-3 VF-154 <bromj@hotmail.com> - Sunday, May 04, 2003 at 08:38:19 (PDT) WAS ABOARD FROM 85-88. WORKED ON #3 SCREW CREW. MANY KNOW ME AS "ABE". MANY GOOD MEMORIES SCRUBBIN' DECKPLATES WITH BUG JUICE! CHRIS ABENDSCHEIN <DETDUDEIN66> - Friday, May 02, 2003 at 06:16:59 (PDT) I FORGOT TO PUT THE YEARS I SERVED WITCH ARE 85-88 IN M-2 DIV.I GUESS I AM GETTING OLD THEY SAY IT IS YOUR MIND THAT GOES FIRST. HOPE TO HEAR FROM YALL SOON. PATRICK DAY <COWBOYS1105@AOL.COM> - Thursday, May 01, 2003 at 18:35:44 (PDT) HI GUYS, I SPENT 3 AN AHALF YEARS ON THE CORAL SEA IN M-2 DIV. IT WOULD BE REAL NICE TO TALK TO SOME OF MY OLD SHIPMATES AGAIN. PEOPLE LIKE STROM,POTTER COOKY GEROGE,TACO,BLAKE, STEW JR.,BAKER,MCMILLIAN AND NOBLIT I COULD GO ON AN ON. SO IF ANY OF YALL SEE THIS E-MAIL ME I WOULD LOVE TO TALK TO YOU. HOPE TO HEAR FROM SOMEONE. PATRICK DAY <COWBOYS1105@AOL.COM> - Thursday, May 01, 2003 at 18:28:56 (PDT) Served aboard on it's last voyage to the Med, TAD from HS-17 and was assigned to Supply! Certainly, was the most memorable period of my life. Hail to Chief, AK1 Lofton, and my road dogs and homeboys..AK2 Clifford "Woody" Woodall and AN Donald "Kip" Kipilii. I miss you guys! Hope your all in good health AK3 Vincent Bustamante <Vincent.Bustamante@weac.com> - Thursday, May 01, 2003 at 15:12:55 (PDT) Served with VA-94. Mighty Shrikes, in the Ordie shop. Made the Wespac cruises 71-72 and 73 on Yankee Station. Sure did load a lot of bombs,guns,missles,etc. Put in some long hard days work, but had some good times and made a lot of good friends. Ray, Johnny, Colonel, Greg, if any of you guys see this, please get in touch W.L. Renfro <renfrow@k12tn.net> - Thursday, May 01, 2003 at 11:05:15 (PDT) JOIN The USS Coral Sea ASSOCIATION, They will include all reunion info in next newsletter. I did and we had a GREAT Time at the midwest Spring Fling just last weekend, see earlier posting. You WILL be suprised .... Mike Mike Pfeffer <Mpfeff53@aol.com> - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 14:23:34 (PDT) Served aboard for the 81/82 WestPac with VF-154 and the 83 World Cruise on assignment to ship's AIMD. I think I'm glad that I found out about the scrapping 'after the fact', it would have hurt too much watching her being cut open. Bob Prescott <rprescott@mac.com> - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at 21:26:26 (PDT) I SERVED FROM 1962 TO 1965 B DIVISION 3 CHARLIE FIREROOM FROM DRYDOCKS TO SANDBAR ( CORAL MAURL ON THE ROCKS ) ANYONE WHO SAILED THRU THE TYPHOON OUT JAPAN WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU OR ANY INFO ON NEXT REUNION lorenzo villa <lvilla05@aol.com > - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at 18:42:49 (PDT) I served aboard the (CVB43) from April 48 to Jan 52, I was in the 4th gunery Div taking care of the aft port decks, and also two liberty boats At differant times I was coxwain on #4 moter launch and the officers moter boat.It was a grand old ship, and it was very sad to see her being cut up, I just read about it yesterday.Like to hear from Albert Nault,Richard oberly or others that were there at the same time and 4th Div. This is a great web site keep it going. Thank you Ken Peaslee <krp8@adelphia.net> - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 17:44:11 (PDT) An old Seabee, just droping by to say hello! MCB 5, Subic Bay Philippines..7/52-9/55..A BIG THANK YOU..GUYS! Robert F. Kirwin <MRBOB9093@msn.com> - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 17:18:19 (PDT) Just wanted to say hi to all who served the great lady.Iserved 86-89 still have very good memories of her.Hello my brother BT'S THE DIRTY FEW!!!! RICHARD BAYS <RBAMIGO@YAHOO.COM> - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 06:50:00 (PDT) I was one of "THE NEW GUYS " at the Spring Fling reunion in Rockford Illinois. I was even called a "Boot", Doc, my wife Debbie and I, All had a GREAT time,with our Coral Sea Shipmates. We can't wait till October, The National Reunion in Portsmouth, Virginia. Thanks Guys Mike Pfeffer Oscar, to some Mike Pfeffer (OSCAR) <Mpfeff53@aol.com> - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 20:08:35 (PDT) Just enjoyed another Midwest Spring Reunion in Rockford, Il with shipmates. Any time spent with old shipmates is a good time!Two newcomers to the association showed up and had a great time too. Stephen J. Esser BT1 <stjo@tds.net> - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 18:18:24 (PDT) Any D/c from 1965 to 1969 "R" Div, or any "R" div Shipmates send E-Mail thnx. Karl D. Banach <sandyb227@yahoo.com> - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 17:39:24 (PDT) Ah not so Mr Strom There are a few of us m-2 snipes floating around but we gave up hoping to find you guys.Wassup?Actually i got an e-mail from Jack Hardy before christmas i guess but we have'nt corresponded too much.guess i should e mail him soon.I remember you though............Seattle,Washington........right?I got out in 85 but i remember we used to listen to alot of music(Ratt and such).Would love to find Marc Prouty,s address if you remember him.Yes Barry Potter i remember him too.I could rattle off a whole bunch of names.Also was e-mailing Cliff Murphy and Carl Erickson but i do'nt think you would have remembered those guys.Well gotta run but check the board every few days.......you may be surprised who you see floating around here. Tom Barry <tbarry39@comcast.net> - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 15:12:16 (PDT) I wanted too say hello to all of my shipmates. I served in M-2 division from '84 to '88. I was also on the ECCT team for the '87-'88 Med cruise. We never could pass that OPPE. I have many great memories and some not so great. Working as a Machinest Mate, 6 on 6 off ect. really prepared me for my post Navy job as a locomotive engineer for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad in Seattle. There is a lot of sleep deprovation in this job also. I would love to hear from old friends. Pat Day, Phil Hadley, Joe Flores, Barry Potter, Tommy Case ect. ect. ect. Lot's of M-3 guys on here, not many M-2. Rick Strom <r9strom@msn.com> - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 11:39:22 (PDT) I served aboard the coral sea from oct.67 till april 1971. berthed in the forward compartment. Worked in both 4able and 4baker firerooms. Would like to hear from some of my friends who served during this period. REMEMBERING the good times and also the bad. charles w. cline <chase @ app-net.com> - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 21:34:19 (PDT) I served aboard the coral sea while stationed at Norfolk, VA. I am a plank owner and was part of the decommissioning crew in 1990....I was not able to attend the ceremony on April 30, 1990, as I left Norfolk on orders. We made the last cruise to the Med that lasted only 4 months in 1989 and returned back to Norfolk, I believe in September. We hit numerous ports, to many to mention, in France, Spain, Turkey and Egypt. The one thing I remembered prior to our cruise was that our berthing compartment on the 02 level burned due to a fire that started in the supply space in the hanger bay. No one was hurt but the members of OZ division (my division) had to rehab the berthing compartment thought the fire was caused by negligent by supply..Oh well, thats life! Damon R. Wilgus <Dayglowkid@aol.com> - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 16:57:44 (PDT) Hey there shipmates, I was on this beautiful old lady from sept.84-mar.88.Just want to see if there are any of my old roommates from V-4 DIV.purple garpes. I sure would like to here from you guys,its been a long time and i think it would be great for us to get together,its only been almost 20 years.so if you're out there holla back.as far as this website i think its great.it has bought back many memories,some good and some not so good.but looking back on it,it was a good life experience that i will cherish for as long as i live,and no one can take that away. ABF3 Washington Criollo(Paco) <chocli67@aol.com> - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 14:37:41 (PDT) Served Feb 77 to Sept 80 in 1 Engine. Just got a note from Doug Cantrell! Dropped him a line and cant wait to hear back, NOW where are all the rest of you 1 & 4 group snipes? John Fields, Randy Passmore, Rick Spicer, Richard Dirmyer(?), Popeye, Goat, and all the other P.I. party animals. These are the things I miss! Standing 6 on 6 off with a full workday, chipping paint, bilge diving, having duty the day we pull back in from wespac, these are the things I DON'T miss. But I do have a place in my heart for all of it. C'mon guys drop me a line if you remember me and even if you don't. Would like to hear from all of the guys in the Main Engines, Boilers and Auxilliaries. jwholcomb@aviattic.com or jwholcomb@kdmcs.com See ya all Later John John W Holcomb MM1(SW) <jwholcomb@aviattic.com> - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 10:57:37 (PDT) CORAL SEA WAS MY FIRST EVER DUTY STATION FROM 1976 - 1979. I REMEMBER HER VERY WELL AND THE CREW WHO SERVED HER PROUDLY. S-2 DIVISION AND HER STEWBURNERS DID SOME TURNIN' AND BURNIN'. I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT'S COMING CLOSE TO 30 YEARS. ALOHA TO MY FORMER SHIPMATES AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVED ABOARD MSCM(SW) JESSE M. MAMANGUN <mamangunj@hawaii.rr.com> - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 22:57:23 (PDT) Served on the Old Girl from 1980-1982. May she rest in peace. Alan Giasson <alang@gwi.net> - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 12:04:57 (PDT) looking for shipmates 1977 through 1980 hull snipes in #1 & #4 engine rooms Doug Cantrell <doug_cantrell@fpl.com> - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 at 16:04:30 (PDT) I remember those lonely nights on the coral and the only thing i wanted more was to be held by you, Graeme . Mike Mackinnon <craptastic3@msn.com> - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 at 06:07:18 (PDT) I served on the Coral Sea. It was the only thing that kept me going until we shipped out. Graeme Beyeler - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 at 06:04:06 (PDT) I served in 4able fireroom 74-77, made 2 Westpacs ,Saw the world, Had the best/worst times, met a great bunch of Snipes, E-Mail me if you know me. Mike Pfeffer (OSCAR) <mpfeff53@aol.com> - Sunday, April 20, 2003 at 18:05:59 (PDT) great site, any signalman or 1st div deck force hands===64=66 michael mitts sm3 64/66 <mittsfit@aol.com> - Sunday, April 20, 2003 at 16:25:37 (PDT) I served aboard the Coral Sea 1968- 1973 signalman div nickname Andy Bradley J. Anderson <bradleyanderson@hotmail.com> - Sunday, April 20, 2003 at 08:29:39 (PDT) Onboard August 1967 - December 1967 as member of US Naval Security Group CVA Detachment #1 (home station US Naval Communications Station - San Miguel, PI). Had been onboard USS Forrestal CVA-59 on July 29, 1967 when ordnance accident fire occured, went back to COMSTA when Forrestal pulled in to Subic, regrouped and went aboard Coral Sea. Made 1st class (CT(O)1) onboard October 16, 1967. Denis B. Howard <denisboats@msn.com> - Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 22:45:17 (PDT) I had a wonderful time onboard the Coral Sea. We painted the port side of the Coral Sea while in dry dock at terminal Island, Ca. Then I severed Captain Frick on his Captains gig. The crew was Ray Seagler, Jerry Bolt, and yours truly. We went out on a shake down then headed to Alameda, Ca. During this whole time I played rugby on the ship's team as well as Chapman College in Orange, Ca. Both teams went undefeated. We left and went on our west pack. While on west pack Rear Admiral Peck as me to ram rod certain chores. We completed those assignments with flying colors. I could not have accomplished the rear Admirals wishes without the help of Chief Callas, and Dave Burkhart. While in Japan, I injured myself in a game of rugby. I had to be flown back to Oakland Ca. to put my leg back together. Occasionally I stay in contact with Doc, and Joe Lopez from R division. I would like to find additional crew members and I will continue looking. Bill Warman HT3 Bill Warman <bass@vsps.com> - Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 12:53:06 (PDT) Served aboard the USS Coral Sea CVA-43 from March 69 thru March 71 in OA Division as an AG2 (Weather Guesser). Lots of fond memories. It broke my heart to see her sold for scrap. What in the world were they thinking? Terry Doepke <terry.doepke@oesc.state.ok.us> - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 12:59:59 (PDT) I served aboard the Coral Sea from Feb. 1973 until April 1976. I was an IC2. My father was aboard in the 40’s and by older brother in the 60’s. Billie S. Harland <bchbf@pnx.com> - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 09:36:11 (PDT) Hey Doug its nice to hear from you again. Have you heard from Skull latley? Rich Carson <carson1@adelphia.net> - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 04:14:55 (PDT) A-Gang 81 -82 good times on world cruise revenge of the wogs!!!!!!!! skull Wagmer Carson to much fun Doug Stewart <ifdstewart@yahoo.com> - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 00:42:52 (PDT) Former EM3 Mike Phillips served on board from '87-'91, Engineering Dept., E-Division/Motor-Rewind Shop. Hated to see her go! Had a good tour and worked with some good shipmates. Time served fondly remembered. Walter M. Phillips <wmp1225@hotmail.com> - Monday, April 14, 2003 at 09:56:13 (PDT) I'm looking for someone, named William Combs, who served on the Coral Sea around 1963 or 1964. I'm unsure of how long he was aboard or what division he was in. If any one can give me some information please email me. Thank You. Vicki Boyle <veebee@optonline.net> - Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 20:47:23 (PDT) M-3 div 86 to 90 still tryin to find C.P. ABENDSCHEIN WHERE YA @ BOY cooper <twrlck@yahoo.com> - Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 01:18:48 (PDT) I served on the Coral Sea from Feb.'81 to June of '84. I was a Radio Man E-5. I was looking at the pictures of the ship being dismanted. It saddens me to see them. Is there any way I can get a souvenir from the old radio shack, please let me know. If anybody knew me back then, give me a hollar. Anthony "dino" Nauls <d12walk2002@yahoo.com> - Friday, April 11, 2003 at 19:46:11 (PDT) My dad James DeWitt Smith served on the USS Coral Sea from 1964-1966. He was a member of the Black Knights VF154. If anyone remembers him or has any stories to tell I would love to hear from you. Dawn Vandygriff <djsvandy@yahoo.com> - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 21:19:37 (PDT) HELLO HERMAN DOERNBACH GOT YOUR E MAIL BUT NO E MAIL ADDRESS I SERVED UNDER OP RYAN AS A MESSCOOK FOR THREE MONTH AND HATED EVERY MIN. ALSO RESPECTED THE MAN FOR HIS CLEAN JOB YOURS JIMOSTRANDER JIM OSTRANDER <CHIEFJIMPEG> - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 16:42:03 (PDT) HI I WAS ABORD IN1948 TO 1952 IN THE 7TH DIV 3RD CLASS BM JOINED THE RESERVES IN 1954 (SEABEES) RETIRED IN1985 AS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR CHIEF I LIKE THE SMALL BOAT OPERATION LIBERTY LAUNCHES AND GIGS WHILE DOING FOUR MED CRUSES. WHAT A TIME FOR A YOUNG SAILOR. JAMES G. OSTRANDER <CHIEFJIMPEG@AOL.COM> - Wednesday, April 09, 2003 at 17:31:48 (PDT) I SERVED ON THE CORAL SEA 68-70. ENJOYED THE WEST-PAC CRUISES, MADE LOTS OF FRIENDS, AND STILL REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES. WAS IN 3-C BOILER ROOM. THIS IS A GOOD WEB SIGHT. HATED TO HERE THE FATE OF THIS GOOD SHIP. TERRY CORDLE <TCORDLE@NPCO.COM> - Wednesday, April 09, 2003 at 13:03:02 (PDT) Just the son of a Former Sailor That served Aboard this ship A long time ago. Micheal Collier <Weapsmike@aol.com> Fresno, CA USA - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 19:57:02 (PDT) I Served on her during from 1987 till the Decommissioning. I would like to get in contact with E-Division personnel from that time period. Edward Wells <Fixit67@msn.com> - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 08:15:11 (PDT) Some blanks have my old e-mail address: correct is "far@d-web.com" Jack "Charley" Noble <far@d-web.com> - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 21:05:12 (PDT) Hey anyone... I am looking for MMC Bob Cameron. He was on board the "Coral Maru" between 75-79. He was the Chief incharge of the #3 engineroom and then transfered out to A-Div. Lost track of him after I got out in '79. Any info would be great. Steve Weigant <sweigant@sbcglobal.net> - Sunday, April 06, 2003 at 15:56:41 (PDT) JUST WANT TO SAY THOSE WERE MY BEST YEARS I HAD WHICH WAS NOVEMBER 1974 THRU NOVEMBER 1977. I WAS IN "G" DIVISION. MY WORK SPACE WAS B301M. WE WERE THE RED SHIRTS. ANYONE OUT THERE DURING THAT TIME PLEASE CONTACT ME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. A03 REY G ARCA <rarca@investorstitle.com> - Friday, April 04, 2003 at 12:48:59 (PST) I was on the boat from 1973-1975 in AIMD. I got out right before the boat went into dry dock in Long Beach. All of the sorties being flown in Iraq brings back lots of memories. Bob Doyle <Bob.Doyle@Allina.com> - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 12:06:03 (PST) I was on the boat from 1973-1975 in AIMD. I got our right before the boat went into dry dock in Long Beach. All of the sorties being flown in Iraq brings back lots of memories. Bob Doyle <Bob.Doyle@Allina.com> - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 12:03:10 (PST) E-Div 81-85.....Glad to see more of my old shipmates on here......NECK!!! Randy VanSickle <elect73@yahoo.com> - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 17:08:40 (PST) Looking for my father *Henry Randall Perkins*. He served aboard the USS Coral Sea I believe in the late 40's and early 50's. Was from Cincinnati, Ohio. If anyone has information, please contact me at the email address above. Thank you Debbie Perkins Debbie Perkins <ddbbrwnl@aol.com> - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 16:30:32 (PST) Glad I found this sight.I'm realy trying to find information on how to get some cruise books from 68-71.all my cruise books and pictures were lost in my brothers flooded basement.Any help would be greatly appreciated. Tom Hanes <hanes@2ki.net> - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 09:42:11 (PST) I was the Marine Detactment from 69-70.I really enjoyed being on the Uss Coral Sea. I had some good times and met some great people aboard her! Thanks for puting up this site so we can go back and see what it was like. Bobby Duck <bduck@sport.rr.com> - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 07:25:22 (PST) I WAS IN V-4 DIV. 78-81.IF MY SHIPMATES REMEMBER ME,IT WAS BECAUSE I CRASHED A MOTOR-CYCLE IN THAILAND.BEST TIME OF MY LIFE TIL I MET AND MARRIED MY WIFE.IF ANY OF YOUS REMEMBER THE TIMES,102 DAYS IN THE GULF,JEFF DAVIS GOING OVER- BOARD,FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME.SEE YAS mike celentano-sic-o-cel <moochieone@prodigy.net> - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 23:09:57 (PST) I SERVED ABOARD THE OLE GAL 52-54 IN FOX DIV. HAVE GONE TO A FEW REUNIONS SINCE JOINING THE ASSOCIATION IN '90. STILL GET A THRILL WHEN I MENTION THE '90 DECOM IN NORFOLK TO ANYONE, ABOUT THE SAILOR WHO SANG "PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN" AS THE FINAL CREW FILED OFF HER. IF HE READS THIS....THANKS MATE. TOM JACKSON FT3 <TOMJACKSON57@AOL.COM> - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 20:36:38 (PST) Ahoy Shipmates! It's been 30 years or so since I was aboard the good ol' Coral Sea (CVA-43). I sweeped, cleaned and maintained firefighting equipments in the Haggar Bay 1 and 2... hahaha!! But most of all I like spinning that spotting dolly with a million dollar jet hook-up to it and that's good experience for me. V-3 Division,under Lt. Kelly 1972-1975. I'd like to tell you about PI, but I'm very sure everyone have a good taste of everything it had to offer! e.g. babes, bad ass bands, and more babes!!! now that's an experience! Clarence Reyes <ccr3@pge.com> - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 16:21:49 (PST) I served aboard the Coral Sea from Feb. of 75' to Dec. of 76' in Ops/OI Divi- sion, and I can't believe that almost 30 years have passed. What is even more remarkable is the fact that after all the drugs ingested, inhaled, or smoked... coupled with my lively, colorful and lengthy work history--I'm still alive! God reached down, convicted me of my sinfulness and drew me to Himself by way of His son Jesus. Oops! Almost got sidetracked. Anybody remember James (mobster wanabe) Tarantino, Marquez, Brad Elkins, Mike Lorback, or Benjamin Taylor? Got some pic- tures and memories to share with anyone brave enough. P.S. Jesus Christ is coming soon...and I don't mean to a theatre near you! Francisco Lopez <cotk35@hotmail.com> - Thursday, March 27, 2003 at 16:39:11 (PST) Hello, I was on the Coral Sea for the 85-86 deployment. I was in Squadron VMFA-314. I was in the squadron that lost a pilot. Had many great memories of being on this carrier. Breks my heart to see the photos of her being scrapped! Brian C. <jetskimichigan@peoplepc.com> - Thursday, March 27, 2003 at 09:05:38 (PST) Anyone out there that served on board the "old grey lady" clas of 76-79? M-div or A-div...hell any division in engineering. I have nothing but fond memories of time served even though we busted our ass to keeper' afloat. Subic, Pusan, and Yokuska all shoved together in one large party pie. Standing throttles 6 and 6 on our Westpac voyage...77. Sweating off our asses when we lost ventillation overseas in P.I. Is that supposed to be great memories? It sure the hell is... Steve Weigant <sweigant@sbcglobal.net> - Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 21:12:10 (PST) Served aboard from May 68 to May 71. Worked in the Legal Office with Bill Kamps, now a retired judge, A. Webb Baird - judge in Paris, Texas and a bunch of great guys. Have kept in touch with LT Dave Ellis and Bill Kamps for the past 30+ years. Captain's Ferris, Gorsline and McDonald absolutely the best. Had the pleasure of serving with Adm McDonald again at 13th Naval District. A great ship and great crew. Try as I might, I will never forget her. If anybody knows an address for PC1 Bill Joyce of Boston please send it to me. Tom Rigg <Ashespaw@aol.com> - Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 00:57:46 (PST) I am looking for anyone who served with my dad William david Raborn. he served from 66-69. He went by the nickname of peach, cause he is from Augusta, Ga.He served in the Aircraft Initermediate aintenance Department. Anyone who knows him please e-mail me. Jayson Raborn <r.raborn@worldnet.att.net> - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 10:13:02 (PST) Another Year and another day has gone by. I have read every entry and think it is so neat to read about all the people that have served Aboard the Coral Sea, Friends ,Familys and small disputes. I had a blast on the Coral Sea and still stand prowd to Have been aboard her. I am also a WARHAWK!!!(81-83) ATKRON 97 was the Hell raising Squadron of Lemoore. I also hope that all of our friends and family members return safe from the Iraqi War. God Speed. Anyone aboard another carrier that can read this. Write a "Kiss my ASS" on one of the Cluster bombs Compliments of the entire Coral Sea Crew!!! Later Dave WinterHeatRacing #34 David McLean <Wnterheat2@aol.com> - Monday, March 24, 2003 at 16:52:00 (PST) I served on the "Coral Maru" in the early 60's and what a tour of duty. Especially, going to Sydney in 1963. An experience I shall cherish forever!! Gary L. Slagle <gslagle@columbus.rr.com> - Monday, March 24, 2003 at 15:33:06 (PST) looking for any dk's who served on board ageless worrior from '83 thru '86 daniel sanchez, bill yost, mike klotz, mike vella anyone. dk1 joe cintino <joecintino@yahoo.com> - Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 16:48:03 (PST) Great site, found it through a link from VMFA-531 webpage. Like to say hi to all that served on her. I served "79-80" WestPac with VMFA-531. Although I was attached to ships co. flight equiptment or a "parachute rigger" as the Navy called us. Would Like to hear from any one I knew from our time on board. Those of you from VMFA-323 also. Would also like to know if anyone has a cruise book for sale, either the ships or the one 531 had made. My asshole ex-wife threw mine out. It would be nice to be able to show my kids some pics. Or anyone willing to trust me with borrowing theirs to copy. It would be returned in the same condition recieved. Thanks, Mitch Goulet Mitch Goulet <goulet@centurytel.net> - Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 10:10:58 (PST) Wow, just found out about this site. Not too familiar with any of the shipmates who signed in, but I also served aboard that great ship called the Coral Sea. I was a corpsman from 82 to 84 and enjoyed the World Cruise and the filming of the movie The Right Stuff. My best memory was going to Hawaii for the first time and getting caught in Hurricane Iwa. Does anybody remember that? What an experience. Anyway, if you remember me, drop me a line. Always good to hear from fellow shipmates. James Botello <jbots1031@webtv.net> - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 23:56:10 (PST) I served on the Coral Sea from September 1968 to April 1972 until Paul Brooks and I were flown off the ship to Da Nang cause we were coming home for good. Paul and I were grapes in V-4 Division "fuels". I finally got to see Paul again last year after 30 years. We really had a good time reminiscing about the P.I. and a lot of other things, good and bad. He even B-B-Q some monkey meat on a stick for this special occasion (lol). I hope to hear from other grapes/shipmates that served with us. Daniel Sauceda "Sauce" <texsauce67@yahoo.com> - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 19:42:10 (PST) I SERVED FROM 76 TO 79 B DIVSION 1 CHARLIE FIREROOM. Dennis Dohrman <sdohrman@htc.net> - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 12:01:41 (PST) I served Aboard the "Ageless Warrior" from '82 - '86 in "B" division, # Baker Fireroom and the Oil and Water lab. Anybody out there from "B" division during that time frame? Proudly paying Libya a visit! Joseph Grotto <roscoejoe52@hotmail.com> - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 01:46:15 (PST) I'm the guy who's been seeking information about a kid named "Puckett" who jumped ship, while at sea, on the 1963 cruise because he was sent to the brig. Best info, so far, is that he was from VAH-2 and he jumped between Pearl and Sydney. I want to know how the Navy explained his disapparence to his family since a lot of big brass met us when we returned to Alameda. Warren Luck, a shipmate of Puckett's, tells me he was from the Seattle area, got into a lot of minor troubles with the Navy and spent a lot of time on mess duty. I've contacted the Ship's Legal Officer at the time,Lt. Melhorne and he has no specific knowledge. Captain Roemer, CO who sentenced him passed on about a year and a half ago so it's pretty much a dead end. I thank you guys who answered my quest and I'm reminded that no two views of the same incident will be the same. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Jack "Charley" Noble <far@d-web.com> - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 20:48:07 (PST) I was aboard her for the Westpac 81-82, VA-97 Warhawks, boy did this sight bring back memories. It was great to read all the stories. I look forward to hearing from anybody who remembers me or that cruise. Brad Peterson <Helpingheartscpr@chartermi.net> - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 18:46:08 (PST) Great site,brought back a lot of good memories. I hope some shipmates from "OP Division" would send me an e-mail, but they never were very smart. Good luck to you all. Rick G. stamm <wreck.diver2@verizon.net> - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 18:40:55 (PST) I am looking for people who served with my step dad, Francis "Johnny" Harris. All I remember is he served onboard the USS Coral Sea. If I start asking questions now, I'll give myself away. I would like to find friends he served with (But I don't remember when) to send him cards for his birthday in August, when he turns 76 years old. I know this is a lot to ask, especially since I don't have a lot to go on. He is from South Carolina, and now living in Augusta Georgia. For 18 years, the was an OTR Trucker for Overnight Company, and the next 20 years, Granitville Company Trucking division in South Carolina. If there is anyone out there who remembers my step dad, please contact me by August 2003. Thank You, Leigh Leigh Malinowski <IAmTheWordLady@aol.com> - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 13:39:24 (PST) Hey Khaddafi...how's your kids? I hear there's a guy in Iraq lookin' for a place to hide. Any room in your bunker? Oh, that's right...WE BLEW IT UP! Sorry. Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 07:42:10 (PST) I served aboard as a GMT during 1965 to 1968. Helped with installing the television system and helped on the side with the news broadcasts. I miss some of the people that died and loved the ship. George Gross <dgross@odyssey.net> - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 17:35:46 (PST) I was a member of the Golden Shellback cruise of 1963 to Sydney. I was a member of the Radar gang in OI Division. I would love to hear from anyone in that division during that WestPac cruise. My friends called me "Greenie" because I was the only one there that had Airdale stripes. Eddie Givens <ewgivens@gbronline.com> - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 14:35:35 (PST) Served in OE Division. 85-88. Line of Death Cruz, The Coral Crunch. Some of the best and worst years. Napels, Napels and more Naples. Best wishs to The Radar 8 Zoo. I hope everybody is doing great. Dave L, Greg N (Cape Buffalo), Mike.P, Evan K, Dan N, L.A, Jerry P., Bob V. Thanks for all the great memories I have yet to work with a better group. you guys set the standards for getting the job done when needed and party on with the best of them. Where were we when we closed the bar down for our own party? Palma? Remember the big fire crackers in France. Painting the stairwell and waving the magic wand. Dave remember the patty wagon and sleeping on the bread. In our memories Mike Kelly live's on. I foret not SIN's, Radio 4, NTDS RADAR RULES!!!!!!! Bill Imbirowicz <wimbirowicz@galco.com> - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 06:52:49 (PST) Dates served on board Sept.1976-Sept.1980 Gary M.Brown <NeptuneOakRaider@aol.com> - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 20:54:05 (PST) Served aboard CVA-43 two cruises, 67-69 with VF-151 Vigalantes,was assigned to air frames the first cruise and then flight deck trouble shooter,seems we steamed with the battle ship New Jersey until she was turned around to head for korea, wasn't long before we were turned around too. I remember alot of great guys in that squaderon, sure would like to here from you, those were proud days indeed, Murph Cross AMH-3 Murph Cross <cccross56@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 19:23:43 (PST) Wherever Michael Patrick Warner of Fayetville, NC may be during this conflict, may God keep him as safe as HE did in the mid 80's when he served on the USS CORAL SEA. DEBBIE PELLETIER <DSPASAP@AOL.COM> - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 16:53:54 (PST) Im am seaching for any one that new my my grandfather at the abopve given name. he was the head of the nuclear "devices" on board and of devsion W. The nuclear "devices on board used to be top secrect, any body have any iformation on my grandfather chirf john f. ruth plese send me an email thank you he was onboard between 67-69 thank you po3 Jordan j.d. Ruth Chief John F. Ruth <lawn1@cox.net> - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 16:48:01 (PST) I am looking foe anyone who served with my father from 67-69. His name is William David Raborn, nickname {peach}. He is from Augusta, GA.He worked on jet engines. Please e-mail . Jayson Jayson Raorn <r.raborn@worldnet.att.net> - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 06:10:58 (PST) I am looking for anyone who was with me aboard the Coral Sea from '72-75 but especially on april/may of 1975. Trying to find someone else who saw the Marines come in all shot up. Share experiences, trades stories, and I am doing research to get VA disability...anyone who remembers me there could really help. Thanks. Looking forward to contact. Bill(Birddog) William E. Lewis-V3division-'72-'75 <malliemalone@earthlink.net> - Monday, March 17, 2003 at 12:03:32 (PST) I am looking for anyone who was with me aboard the Coral Sea from '72-75 but especially on april/may of 1975. Trying to find someone else who saw the Marines come in all shot up. Share experiences, trades stories, and I am doing research to get VA disability...anyone who remembers me there could really help. Thanks. Looking forward to contact. Bill(Birddog) William E. Lewis-V3division-'72-'75 <malliemalone@earthlink.net> - Monday, March 17, 2003 at 12:03:25 (PST) Spent some of my best growing up years aboard the old "Coral Maru" 79-82. Lots of fond memories,and a few not so fond. Got one of my best shiners in 1Charlie fireroom during "79" West-Pac, don't remember the guys name who gave it to me, life gets a little stressful when you spend 102 days at sea. Was I dreaming,or did we get 2 beers each during that 102 days. Where are some of the old gang Vic Askew,Micah Blocker,Donald E. Lee,Joe Maiva,Roland Guthrie,Clayton Maines,Raymond Dickover,Chief McCullough,Buck from the valve shop,Nelson Torres,Willie Goodall,Jerry Andrews, Fernando Lazo,Holt,Santeur,Ed Rhodes, et al. Thanks for the great site. Just an aside, I married a woman whose father and brother also served aboard the old girl, all three of us at different time in the Coral Seas' life. Later Douglas Estudillo BT <DM5APR03@aol.com> Portland , OREGON USA - Saturday, March 15, 2003 at 00:50:37 (PST) I served from 84/88, first two years as a boatswain mate, last two as a radioman. I played basketball for the ships team 86-88, and alot at of pick-up games at homeport. Jerome Hairston <jfhairston@earthlink.net> - Friday, March 14, 2003 at 14:26:38 (PST) I served on the Coral Sea from 84 to 88 in OE division. I too had tears in my eyes when I saluted the ensign for the last time. Jerry Bulmer <BullGang4@Juronet.com> - Friday, March 14, 2003 at 07:08:21 (PST) Hey Randy hows it going? Thats areal neat web page out there hey? Everytime I get on there I have memories some good some bad but strangely all comforting. Ive often wondered what became of those I served with and partied with. Man was it fun but hard at times. Me being a boot I wasnt sure you would even remember me. Im hopeing POPs finds this web cause he always tells those great stories about rideing his Harly in Maryland. Then there was Mullins looking back as a boot he was spacey cool. Rember JR he always relieved everybody late and the bootcamper whose job it was was to get everyone up was always scared of him. I was to get him up for Ed Leebrock the top watch in the engine room. J>R> came down 20 or so minutes late and Ed was so pissed at me. He told me to next time to call him once then the next time make a fist and hit him in the arch of his foot and then run like hell down to him in the engine room. Well I did scared shitless he came out swaering and in hot presuit, I hid behind Ed and when Johnny came down there he started at me and Ed stepped in chewed him and I never had a problem wakeing Johnny up again. But he sure gave Goeff a fitts and ballard as well. Rember space acdet Forman getting completely undress in thrust block in front of the camras? That was hallarious. Hey Talk at you later. I tried email ing you too, noluck. Try emailing again. Frank Frank Neumayer <fneumayer@portup.com> - Friday, March 14, 2003 at 03:08:53 (PST) Billeted on LSD 29, Plymouth Rock, for the 1956 Med cruise. I was a radioman with the Marine Shore party detachment. Remember amoebic dysentery, sailing in circles, the riot at the Naples NCO club [American and British Marines versus American and British swabbies from HMS Eagle], seeing the Andrea Doria leaving Genoa, Italy, on her final voyage, the Suez crisis...? Lots of memories. Great experience. Gordon Curtis, USMC <gordoncurtis@mindspring.com> - Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 19:58:54 (PST) MOJO HELP....I THINK,,BOTTLE OF RUM, BOTTLE OF GIN, BOTTLE OF VODKA, ONE BEER, PINEAPPLE JUICE TO TASTE, AND THEN THERE WAS A RED MOJO.. LOVED THAT ONE BUT NEVER FOUND OUT THE RECIPE, THIS IS A GUESS, LONG TIME JOE SINCE THE WALK OVER SHIT RIVER ?? RANDY PETERSON <RPETERSON1955@AOL.COM> - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 16:26:35 (PST) Frank Neumayer , I REMEMBER YOU!!! We stood a few watches in #3 gen. together. You gave me some good ol flash backs. You still in? [ just kidden ]. I tried to email you, but that address didnt work. I dont remember everything in MOJO, but it was all clear lickhers and fruit juice. MMMMMM good! ;] Email me @ this address, {its the wifes) queenbenie@msn. Later JJJUMP69 <queenbenie @ msn.> - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 15:28:05 (PST) I SERVED ABOARD THE USS CORAL IN 1973 WITH VF111. I WAS TAD TO THE GROUND SUPPORT SHOP NEAR THE FANTAIL. I WAS A 2ND CLASS PO AND WAS SUPERVISOR AND QA PO, THEN WENT TO THE FLIGHT DECK AS A TROUBLE SHOOTER FOR GSE. RALPH HASTIE <R_HASTIE@MSN.COM> - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 17:54:56 (PST) Im am seaching for any one that new my my grandfather at the abopve given name. he was the head of the nuclear "devices" on board and of devsion W. The nuclear "devices on board used to be top secrect, any body have any iformation on my grandfather chirf john f. ruth plese send me an email thank you he was onboard between 67-69 thank you po3 Jordan j.d. Ruth Chief John F. Ruth <lawn1@cox.net> - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 16:20:01 (PST) Has anybody heard about a reunion being held in 2004 in Alameda? Jerry Hollie <JHOLLIE@COX.NET> - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 14:01:14 (PST) I served on The Ageless Warrior From 1986 Till 1990. I was in A-Gang(Hydraulics shop)I would love to hear from all the Shipmates I worked with or remember me, I stood watch in after steering and the Aircraft elevators and I was also a liberty boat engineer overseas(87-88 Med Cruise)and(1989) Med Cruise. Rocky Renaud Kevin (ROCKY) Renaud <krenaud@alltel.net> - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 12:00:23 (PST) To whomever it may concern,I James G. Hugget served aboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea CV-43 from1988 to 1990 I am also part of the decomissioning crew that stayed with her untill I was shipped to my next duty station aboard the U.S.S. Edenton ATS-1 later on in 1990.I have not been in touch with anyone that was onboard when I was there.contact me if you remember who I am. James G. Hugget <jghugg@hotmail.com> - Monday, March 10, 2003 at 15:44:34 (PST) I served aboard 62-64 V-1 Division Larry D.Haugen <haugen@ncplus.net> - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 20:33:28 (PST) another of the ship's pipers, 73 - 77. finally found ya pj Bruce Merrick <Tnpiobaire@aol.com> - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 13:28:50 (PST) Great "Total Recall" Moe, thanks for the adreline the story gave me. With the times upon us I can't help but remember a phrase from the times onboard as a 3 Engine Throttleman,,,"3 Engine, Cat 2,,,Fire Ready DRAGGING STEAM !!!!!! Dragging Aye !!!!! Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 12:40:12 (PST) I just posted the previous entry and have to correct myself. I thought I proofed it well but did not. I said we departed Alameda on 12-7-03 which is obviously wrong. It was 12-7-65 which you can probably infer from the context of the rest of the entry. /s/ Moe Wadle Maurice "Moe" Wadle <moewadle@yahoo.com> - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 06:13:03 (PST) I signed the guestbook once when I first got a computer in late 2001. I think it is time to sign in again. I was an AT3 with VAW-11 aboard Coral Sea with CVW-15 when we left for Far East deployment from Alameda on 12-7-03. I remember the excitement I felt steaming past Alcatraz, under the Golden Gate, and out of San Francisco Bay. I remember learning that there was some problem with the ship, I believe, related to one of the propeller shafts. We learned about this before pulling into Hawaii on 12-11. Because of the mechanical problem we were delayed in Hawaii for several weeks. The Air Wing off-loaded to Barber's Point NAS. We had nothing to do. We had to go to the hangar area where our planes were and muster each morning. We got to go to noon chow pretty early and did not have to come back. So, we would eat and then my friends and I would often go to the base swimming pool for the afternoon and play bridge and jump in the pool occasionally. We left Pearl Harbor on 1-16-65. At some point before that I rememeber we had went out to sea for a week or something like that for Operational Readiness Inspection I believe. 12-22-64 was my 22nd birthday and I know we spent that day at sea. Anyway we left for WestPac on 1-16 and the rest, as they say, is history. We still thought we were on a 6 month long peace time deployment. We went to The Philippines(PI) and picked up Admiral Outlaw and then left port after being at the pier for 3 hours. We were out doing patrol or whatever for two weeks and were on our way to PI for a scheduled in-port period when we got word to turn around and rendevous with the Hancock and Ranger. This was in early hours of 2-7-65 as the VC had bombed some US Barracks. This led to President Johnson ordering retaliation. This was Operation Flaming Dart in which planes from the three carriers carried out air strikes on North Vietnam locations. Although these were not the first strikes against North Vietnam I believe these were the first of the continuous air war which then lasted for years. Operation Rolling Thunder began shortly after Flaming Dart. I remember a room near our squadron ready room which had a big paper sign on it which said, "ROLLING THUNDER WAR ROOM. NO ADMITTANCE." or something like that. We then would be at sea for periods of about 30 days it seemed and then into PI for liberty for a few days. I went into Olongapo a lot. We went to Hong Kong twice during the whole deployment. In June we thought we were going home. We went to Yokosuka Japan for about 8 days I think. We left Japan late in the month and thought we were going home. Accurate or not I still remember that the ship seemed to be headed South, not East. I remember mentioning this to my shipmates. Then about 3 hours out of Yokosuka Captain Cassell, the ship's CO, came on the 1MC and told us we were not going home, we were going back to Yankee Station; that we had been extended on deployment. So, Coral Sea and everyone on her continued the war and we finally left Yankee Station about October 18. We went to the PI and I read later that was so we could off-load ordnance. We then went home. I remember we crossed the International Dateline on Oct 26 and we took a somewhat Northern route home. I still have copies of maps which showed our homeward progress and were distributed daily. We arrived at Alameda on 11-1-65 after a record breaking, timewise, deployment by a US carrier. I understand the this record stood until 1982. It is my understanding the Coral Sea with something like 7 combat deployments to the South China Sea spent more days on the line during the Vietnam War than any other carrier. I may have more memories but that is enough for now. Anyone is welcome to email me. /s/Moe Wadle(pronounced wad-lee) Maurice "Moe" Wadle <moewadle@yahoo.com> - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 06:01:47 (PST) served on cva-43 from 70-74 ********* <LegolasV@hotmail.com> - Saturday, March 08, 2003 at 18:56:12 (PST) Im am seaching for any one that new my my grandfather at the abopve given name. he was the head of the nuclear "devices" on board and of devsion W. The nuclear "devices on board used to be top secrect, any body have any iformation on my grandfather chirf john f. ruth plese send me an email thank you he was onboard between 67-69 thank you po3 Jordan j.d. Ruth Chief John F. Ruth - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 15:49:49 (PST) Jordan Ruth <lawn1@cox.net> - Saturday, March 08, 2003 at 14:18:01 (PST) AMEN JON!! coop jr <twrlck@yahoo.com> - Friday, March 07, 2003 at 19:38:07 (PST) M-2 82-85.Yep some allies those people are.Ya know i remember when we were in Cannes France,we were walking along the boardwalk(i 've forgotten who i was with)when this black Mercedes drives by and for no reason at all some people just leaned out of the windows and gave us the F****n finger.I could'nt believe it.Anyway like i always say"French people suck". Tom Barry (mmfn) <tbarry39@comcast.net> - Friday, March 07, 2003 at 17:26:09 (PST) On board for the 68-69 WestPac, worked G Division on the hanger deck crew. Terry Peterson <tlpeter@charter.net> - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 17:32:46 (PST) Well, well....here we go again. Let's hope that whatever actions are taken in the next few weeks against those that would do the U.S. in if they had the chance, that it's as successful as the USS CORAL SEA's action in '86 when we squashed Khadaffi like the bug he was. Never heard much out of him since, have we? I think I remember hearing it was the most successful Naval strike in U.S. history...all targets hit, and everyone came home. Too bad our worthless NATO allies wouldn't back us up (as still is the case, it would seem). Godspeed to all our military in these efforts, and when they call away GQ...give em' hell! Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 12:09:00 (PST) Phil Barranco, fix your e-mail, Trying to write to you. Would like to hear from any B-Div people that were on the 77 WestPac Richard Bernal <Gumbeaux40@aol.com> - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 06:45:15 (PST) I'm still searching for anyone who knew a David Taylor onboard around 1974-1975. If anyone can help, please email me. Thank you. Joy Figueroa <alenadaisy@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 20:46:09 (PST) I was a Marine with VMFA-314 on "The Ageless Warrior's" 85-86 Med cruise (I worked in the S-3 Operations Department. Had some great times and made alot of new friends; both Navy and Marine. Though I was involved in flight operations and not the inner workings of the ship itself, I was thoroughly impressed with the knowledge, professionalism, expertise and courtesy of all Navy personnel onboard. The chow was fantastic (except for the occasional "bug juice") as well as all the onboard services. One of my favorite times is when I had to walk flight security. Being alone on the deck in the middle of the night; with nothing but the sound of the water below and the stars above was something I have never quite experienced since. When we went into Libya, everyone worked together as one to ensure success, which was given. Lets all pray and encourage, in any way we can, those that are serving now to ensure our freedoms and may they all come home safely. Rich Girard <rgira42@msn.com> - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 20:32:58 (PST) HGey Clink You wont probably rember me cause I was just a boot when I came aboard in P.I . Anyways If you have the receipe for MOJO I'd be greatful. I was the boot who lost Corvengton and pops and Weidonhoffs and others stuff in Hawaii on the return side. Rember Lebrock the vibrbrator. He was cool. Now pops he wrote some neet storeis. Then Mullin and cry baby Mascarrie. Any ways you were real short when I came on board. I ended up in gen Probably replacing you. Did you do watch with UGMO the head thumper? If you want you can email back ESPICAILY if if you have the MOJO receipe. Rember Booth He Made cheif the following year. Woody got out. Frank Neumayer <fneumayer@portup.com> - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 14:13:24 (PST) Any M2 Div. snipes 78 to 82 look me up would ya. Lets have a party. Don't tell me I am the last party animal. Come on ya pussies If I have to I will get a 5 gal. light water jug of homemade wine with a condom on top. Now if that don't get ya fired up nothing will. Keith Huard <kmkc253@aol.com> - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 22:49:37 (PST) Had been stationed in a VQ squadron untill transferred to the Coral Sea to serve remainder of enlistment.Came aboard in 73 and was Discharged in Nov 74 about 2 weeks before the Ship was to deploy.Had some good times and have some fond memories,Would like to hear from anyone in IM1,IM2 and IM3 Div or anyone that remembers me. Ken Pierce <Sevarb@hotmail.com> - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 17:37:11 (PST) Former member of the crew and Decom plank-Owner Gilbert C Moot II <gilbotics@comcast.net> - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 14:11:14 (PST) I served aboard Coral Sea from '77 until '81. Bob Johnson <rjohnson10@cox.net> - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 13:08:55 (PST) Served in OE Div. from 3-81 to 6-84. Maintained SPS-10 and LN-66 radars. Also served on inport fire party. Im looking for Bernie Tiltges or Mike Cutrone. ET3 Ira Goldstein <bsuperg@qwest.net> Boise, Idaho - Sunday, March 02, 2003 at 21:20:58 (PST) I am searching for my father Albert Stull who was stationed on the USS Coral Sea in the late 70's or early 80's. I know that he is originaly from La Jolla, Ca (Near San Diego) and was born on Oct 30, 1951. He also has a half brother named Donald Stull and his family owned a ship building company in La Jolla. That is all I know about him. I don't know what his duty was or anything. If anyone knows anything to help me out I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks! Lucy Healey <HealeyLucy@yahoo.com> - Sunday, March 02, 2003 at 15:03:55 (PST) Assigned to CVA43 while in dry-dock in Brimerton 1959-60 Tony Hughes <thughes@koyote.com> - Sunday, March 02, 2003 at 10:24:50 (PST) JUST WANTED TO PUT MY TWO CENTS IN ABOUT NUCLEAR WEAPONS ON THE CORAL SEA . EVERY ONE KNOWS THAT WE DID NOT HAVE NUCLEAR WEAPONS WE HAD NUCLEAR TRAINGING DEVICES AND THAT IS WHY THEY KEPT MARINES ON GUARD ALL THE TIME. ALSO WHAT ABOUT THOSE 4 PLANES THAT THEY KEPT ALL BY THERE SELFS? AFTER READING THE ENTRANTS I JUST WONDER HOW MANY NAMES THE OLD GIRL HAD? TO US SHE WAS THE CORAL MURA, TO OTHERS SHE WAS THE AGELESS WARRIOR. JOE HUNTER B-DIVISON '62-'65 JOE HUNTER <HUNTER@CHATTANOOGA.NET> - Saturday, March 01, 2003 at 20:57:27 (PST) SERVED 82-85 E-DIVISION JUST WANTED TO SAY HI TO ALL MY OLD CRONIES. HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH YOU. IM RETIRING FROM CART DET 201 NAVRESCEN BRUNSWIC MAINE VERY SOON. TAKE CARE PO1 WALDO. RALPH W. SKILLINGS <NONE YET> STANDISH, MAINE USA THE BEST - Saturday, March 01, 2003 at 09:40:46 (PST) Served as ships company on 82 cruise. HM1 Larry Rogers LARRY S ROGERS <larry.rogers@med.va.gov> - Friday, February 28, 2003 at 09:20:12 (PST) I bumbed into this site after searching for INFO for the Iranian hostage rescue attempt and our ship's involvement in declasified media. It was interesting that someone took pictures of the new painting scheme; but this is not what I saw the day prior to GQ. Maybe the aircraft were repainted. paul mieszczanski <mieszczanskipp@netscape.net> - Friday, February 28, 2003 at 06:51:10 (PST) I served my entire enlistment aboard the Coral Sea, came on board as a "AA"in June of '66 and Left as a ADJ2, Sept. 27 '69. What great memories. Iwas assigned to the Jet Shop in the V-6 Division,then the Division was changed to A.I.M.D. For a brief time during the 68 cruise, I was a aircrewman aboard the ships C1A plane. I really appreciate the guys that I served with, and the best ship in the Navy the Coral Sea CVA 43 Michael Wechsler <michael@parsteel.com> - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 13:37:30 (PST) Served aboard the Coral Maru 1965 - 1966, second division. looking for my shipmates: Jones,Wiggins,Sanders,Carpenter just to name a few. Clayton Thompkins <cthompkins@aol.com> - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 11:28:46 (PST) Hello, I am looking for information on the USS CoralSea from the year 1952. My Father-in-Law served aboard the ship and loves any information he can get his hands on. I have found him hats, pins, ect. But very few photos and History info on the ship during this time period. If you could send me anything I would greatly appreciate it. Dad's name is George R. Pianga and he's so PROUD to have been a part of this ships history! Thank You, Susan Brower Susan Brower <toowie@tds.net> - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 08:08:16 (PST) Haven't said HI for a while. Still looking for "R" Division gang. I served on the Coral Sea 1972-1974 in the Metal Shop. Hey Rick Crowe, Steve Imel (Fred), Danny Kerr, Glen Wheymeyer, Walt Surry!!! Any E-mails would be great. Also looking for anyone that knows a guy from "A" Division Danny White or Jerry Tyler. Jim Sorensen <jsorensen@charter.net> - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 01:09:46 (PST) Im am seaching for any one that new my my grandfather at the abopve given name. he was the head of the nuclear "devices" on board and of devsion W. The nuclear "devices on board used to be top secrect, any body have any iformation on my grandfather chirf john f. ruth plese send me an email thank you he was onboard between 67-69 thank you po3 Jordan j.d. Ruth Chief John F. Ruth - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 15:49:49 (PST) HAD THE WRONG E-MAIL ADDRESS HT-3 R-DIV-76-79 RANDY PETERSON <RPETERSON1955@AOL.COM> - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at 09:39:43 (PST) Served aboard from 83-87 M-4 Div.Lots of memories and a lot of friends. Never forget any of them. My daughter just graduated from boot camp last week. She was born while I was mess cranking in the shipyard. Bill Leslie <wdleslie@umich.edu> - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at 06:21:27 (PST) Sailed with the Coral Sea during the '67-'68, '68-'69 cruises working as an AZ3 with VA-153. It would be swell to talk with anyone who remembers our days on the high seas. James (Jim) Grady <james.grady2@verizon.net> - Monday, February 24, 2003 at 20:21:09 (PST) I served on the Coral Sea from 1981 to 1984 in E-div. I was a Flying Squad Electrician. Tom Hickey <majortom_61@hotmail.com> - Monday, February 24, 2003 at 10:47:22 (PST) hi! I worked in the machine shop and duties were steam heat. During the years 56 and 1957. Went around Cape Horn in 1957. Roy e Aarthun roy e aarthun <ma30wi@aol.com> - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 11:24:52 (PST) My father, John Woodrow Pearson, served on this ship. He passed away on Feb. 1, 2003. I am interested in hearing about any stories from anyone that might have known him. Thank you! Peggy Peggy Pearson <Starangelady@aol.com> - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 06:44:32 (PST) I read this guestbook weekly (at least) and it struck me recently that you see people signing in from EVERY decade of the Ol' Gray Lady's service life. Funny, maybe, to those who do not know the pride and heavy emotion that comes from serving aboard her. Some of the entries you see in this guestbook are from people who served aboard our Ageless Warrior 50 YEARS AGO!!!! The casual observer may not notice, may not care or may not understand how a ship of cold steel can effect emotion and inspire memories from as much as half a century ago as much as a living, breathing person. To those of us who served aboard her, felt the salt spray in our face, made it all work and accomplished the mission in spite of the odds against us, we understand and no explination is necessary. To those who do not understand, no explination is possible. The shipes kept us well supplied in steam to get planes off the 'pointy end' and fresh water to wash off the grime that comes from a shift at work, AIMD kept the parts fixed, supply kept us supplied with beans, blankets and spare parts, Airedales kept the birds in the air, the flight deck and hanger deck yellow and blue shirts put the birds where we needed them... everyone else who kept the beans and coffee hot, the paychecks flowing, the dental and medical crew kept us fit for duty. Topside, they kept us pointing at the wind and held a steady course when it was time for unrep and got us to our liberty ports when the time came. When it 'hit the fan' we were ONE CREW. Each of us knowing that everyone else on the ship was watching our back even when we had to fight that ship in combat. I miss her like I miss a loved one who has passed. The good days and the bad. The good days serve to inspire a smile. The bad days serve to make the good days sweeter. She is a part of each of us... I guess till the day we die. Sometimes I look out at the sea and remember what it was like to stand out THERE and look back. I miss the days when I went down to the sea in MY ship and scribbled my additions to the pages of history. The call over the 1MC DING DING!! DING DING!! "Shift colors... the ship is underway. She still sails in our memory and will do so as long as her stories live in the mind of the last surviving crew member or his grandchildren... remembering what grandpa told them about when he was a young man and went down to the sea in HIS ship. Mark Lynn (VA-55, CAG-13, 87-88,89 Med cruises) - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 12:37:41 (PST) I'm looking for anyone who knew Don Zarifis while onboard. He was on in the 50's and was I believe a Corpmans. He is my best friends Dad and has talked about being on MY ship. Just curious if anybody is still around that knew him. E-Me Thanks Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 12:11:17 (PST) HEY RANDY!! WHATS UP??, SEND A CORRECT EMAIL ADRESS, THAT ONE DOESNT WORK!!, LATER, FRANK. FRANK BIONDO <TRUKINDOODAMAN@MSN.COM> - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 11:26:22 (PST) Served M3 div. 78-82. #3 GENERATOR. Dave O'Donnell,Dan Hauck,where ya'll at? Still in P.I., drinking MOJO ? ''Klink'' Randy Klinkhammer MM3 <JJJJUMP 69> - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 07:29:44 (PST) So where are all the 3 Engine snipes from 76-79 era are ya PC stupid or what? Chuck, Tom, George, Curtis, Steve, Dan, Luke the man I could go on !! What up? Let's chat.. Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 19:06:05 (PST) Ahoy guys. I worked in #2 engine room from 1/50-8/52. Would like to hear from some of my old mates. W. L. Whitfield <cgarrett@gtcom.net> - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 15:31:08 (PST) Former SH3 - served aboard from 81-85 in S-3 Div. Would love to hear from anybody from that time who's still around. Ken Barnett? Bill Norris? Tim Woudstra? Robert Thomas?? Did the earth open up & swallow you guys?? Drop me a line. Michael Miller <ducoralsea@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 17:04:02 (PST) Hey Robert Chrzanowski(Chink), how the hell is anyone going to contact you if you dont leave an e-mail? How the hell are you? Get in touch. I wanna find out how many kids you got now. Last count you had 4 or 5. see Ya. Chris Bak <chrisbakinjersey@aol.com> - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 09:00:49 (PST) I was in B-4 Division from 1983-1987 Robert Chrzanowski Buffalo, NY USA - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 08:27:27 (PST) A-div 80'-82', Does anyone remember the ship coming to a stop in the middle of the night @ the beginning of the 102 day trip 1981? I was on the mid watch when it happened - with one guy who knew what he was doing, one other green person (besides me -I was 21 and didn't know squat) - anyway, the worthington centrifugal compressor was sort of a backup compressor in one of the other engineering spaces, but was down for repairs (had been down for about a week) The space we stood watch in had an Elliot centrifigal compressor--to make a long story short--we always had some kind of parade that would rush down the stairs in the middle of the night and on this eve we went down stairs to see the tide&scrubbrush party--unfortunately, somebody decided to play a practical joke and turn the air inlet upside down on the compressor and stop the air flow (they probably assumed that the worthington would come on-line) on the sound powered phones you could hear almost every fireroom cussing because of "flame out" loss of air pressure...you take the rest from there. we never did find the prankster. indian ocean - Coral Sea - dead in the water. JOE MCCABE- 80'-82' <coralmaru43@aol.com> - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 05:36:38 (PST) Being a plank owner iwas on the first shake down to gitmo first med cruise first dry dock first trip to n.y. to pick up midshipmen for their cruise and spent three years in the barber shop what a wonderful time that three years that was 1947----1950 guess there arn"t many of that crew left anyway it was something to remember I WONDER WHAT THEY DID WITH MY PLANK John Garrett <johnmae@bellsouth.net> - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 09:18:28 (PST) Just found this site,happy to see so many people sign in. I was on her 1979-1982 E-div in power shop and motor rewind had alot of fun.Thanks for all of the work on this site great job great ship. stuart wyche EM2 <stwyche@attbi.com> - Monday, February 17, 2003 at 19:30:16 (PST) I saw some video clips of the Coral Sea in action in Southeast Asia on Discovery Wings last night. She was not identified by name, only the number on the flight deck gave me a clue as to her identity. My and my family's thanks go out to the thousands of crewmen that served on her for so many years. Their sacrifices over the years, and those of all our military, do not go unappreciated in our house. Thank you, Will Sharp Tucson, AZ Will Sharp <chatamaniac@hotmail.com> - Monday, February 17, 2003 at 12:15:03 (PST) hey im am looking for anybody that new my gradfather he was in Division W and was the leading Nuclear Tech, he was incharge o everybody that dealed with the nuclear weapons and stuff like that His name was Chief John Fredrick ruth, Please email me if you know him he just recently passed thanks you p03 Jordan ruth USNLCC jordan ruth <rapwigger@aol.com> - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 22:01:28 (PST) Served on her 1968-70 two west pac AIMD-Im2. I think i was on her when she was at her best. We won the E award and in Viet Nam we never stoped 24 hours a day month after month. That old ship is part of all of us that served on her at any time. Pat Schwall Patrick j. <pschw9@aol.com> - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 17:25:55 (PST) KIDS ???? What the hell are you talking about? If anyone didn't know we had Nuke weopons onboard, where were you? Almost every Naval ship does. Thats no classified secret or FBI investigating material. And the JP5 leaks were because the piping and tanks leaked. Thats why us SNIPES drank feed water and showered with it to.. Deck apes, haven't you got something to paint............. Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 11:53:02 (PST) hi its little reed, i was in 1st div deck from 84-88 yes i was a deckape.we did a lot of un-reps dfm an jp5 just about every 3 days i spent a lot of money on uniforms cause always got fuel on them!!!!!!!!it was not a nuke ship yes there was also a lot of jp5 in our water in the coolaid machines!i once asked where it came from,i was told the fresh water an the fuel lines were connected but noone new where.well if u were thirsty u drank it. it was nasty!hey jon allen i think this will clear things up who the hell are them kids!!!!!i think they should be checked out by the fbi for asking info like that!!!!!!!! shipmate little reed nick reed <nreed@midtel.net> - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 11:29:02 (PST) B. Walker---What's up? Seen your name on the site, Just saying Hello from Missouri. Stay cool-later. "Joe Cool" McCoole. Would like to hear from Machine Shop "CAN DEW CREW" and other "Snipes" from 76-80 that remember "Old School" days. Dry Dock in the sound etc.... I have photos of ports and West Pac cruises etc. from 1977-1980. Does anyone hear from...Sparks...Mosher...Wingert...Bush...Don Joseph...O"Donnell....Sure would like to hear from all of you. Later Joe Cool {PEE-WEE} McCoole Joe McCoole (PEE_WEE} <SSMCCOO@HOTMAIL.COM Or Llbsug@wmconnect.com> - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 08:41:42 (PST) B. Walker ----What's up? Seen your name- Just saying hello from here in Missouri. Stay Cool-later. "JOE COOL" McCoole Would like to here from Machine Shop "CAN DEW CREW" and other "Snipes" from 76-80 that remember "OLD SCHOOL" days. Dry Rock in the sound etc....... Later Joe McCoole (PEE_WEE) <SSMCCOO@HOTMAIL.COM> - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 08:11:18 (PST) Oh and might I say that the bottle was a fifth and Luke did it in under a minute, cause us non hackers were drinking qts. of beer and trying to do them in less than a min. and ole MM1 Luke Savage did the tequila instead of the bloating beer. I know alot of the ruff crowd and have never seen it done since... It's just one of those Navy stories that no civilian ever believes.... Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 22:52:59 (PST) Which reminds me,,,, I wonder how long the saying that was painted on the HP Turbine "Shine She May, Run She Must" stay there ??? Was painted on during the 77-78 West-Pac by Chuck Burrows. Plus I believe I have the priviledge of being able to say I had the Coral Sea going its fastest ever. During a full power run and the way to Gonzo Station in 79. It was my last watch as throttleman in 3 Eng. before flying off the ship to go to Diego Garcia. I don't remember the exact RPM but it was over 200 and over 36 Knots.. Just before I sucked a boiler off line and handed the headset to my relief.... Ahhhhh yes the last watch... Remember when President Ford's son or brother was to come on the ship and we spent 2 days field daying the Engine room and Alabama Davy Davis decided to wash down the Electrical panel behind the reduction gears and blew all power to the engineroom, including the vents..... Ya think the upper level of the pump room was hot before,,,, man it was as close to hell as I've been so far.... Red devil blowers was all we had at the time and we were standing 15 min watches cause the heat was around 160. Tom Davis where are you these days? Then after all that Little Ford came down to 3 Engine and looked around and went thru the little hatch to the pumproom and turned right around and was sweating so bad he walked right out after 5 mins. Sissy, definatly not "Snipe Material"... But speaking of true SNIPES how bout LUKE SAVAGE are you still around. Bet you can't drink a whole bottle of tequila now-a-days.. $20 bucks and he did it in San Diego on the beach... What A MAN !!!!! and he lived..... Remember knocking out Curtis Ford with one punch to the forehead as jumped at you from behind by the throttle board. I haven't laughed that hard in years. I never seen anyones back hit the ground so fast.. Where is George Tillman, Chuck Caswell and lets not forget Danny Arceneau,,,, suckass you still owe me a pack of cigs. Only guy I know that would buy 2 packs of cigs on payday and be bumming the next day, but it really pissed us all off when you drive up on the pier after you got out with your brand new Harley, from saving all that cig money.... Steve Strain, Steve Magert from alb. NM. where are you guys. Magert you must have a PC, probaly have one in your Mini-Sub,,,, crazy F-----. E-Me ya all Brian Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 18:05:30 (PST) Looking 4 anyone from M-3 Div. and/or Eng.Dept. Specifically "spuds screw crew".I am in contact with more&more people still need more. Mcglinsey,Bud M-3 Div. MMC(SW) Ret. <JACKLANDM@aol.com> - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 15:54:37 (PST) On board from Oct.1977 -Apr.1980. Departed as GMG2 attached to G-3 Div., Weapons Dept. Looking for ex OS2 Jim Whitler, who transferred to Enterprise prior to '79-'80 Westpac. Any info please Email. Thanks. Steve Myers <scmyerscv43@hotmail.com> - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 10:47:00 (PST) I was aboard Coral Sea from 6/64-6/66 serving in Public Affairs Office as a journalist. I was editor of the ship's newspaper. I would like to hear from any of my old buddies from that time. Les Jackson <LLJackson2503@aol.com> - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 08:39:54 (PST) My father, LT(jg)LeRoy Merryman served in Coral Sea at commissioning in Engineering Division (1946 - 1948). I still have an ashtray made as a metal model of the ship. Paul D. Merryman <inyour6@msn.com> - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 15:43:40 (PST) i am writing onserning my grandfather job aboard the ship there had to have been a nuclear device aboard the hip because he was aboard and he was a nuclear technition. so do any of you all know about the outdated information Chiref Ruth/ Jordan Ruth <rapwigger@aol.com> - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 16:16:54 (PST) Served about the "Big Mamma" from 1976 to 1978. Assigned to 5th Division. In charge of the Ships Armory and 5"/54 Gun Mounts. Phil Moncrief <pimoncrief@charter.net> - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 09:53:39 (PST) Hi Mates, I served in G-Division from Nov. 1962, until Jan. 1966. Would like to hear from anyone who was in G-Division between these dates. Roger E. Wilson <rogerandshirley@wyoming.com> - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 08:42:47 (PST) Hey Ruth ,, The Coral Sea was a diesel fuel/steam powered carrier. The first nuke carrier was the Enterprise CVN-65.... So with that meaning 65 and up are nukes and 64 and under were diesel and it is unlikely that a nukie rating would be on these ships... Are you sure he was on the Coral Sea?? Hope this was helpful... Brian Brian Walker (goggles) <bmw226@mchsi.com> - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 21:46:31 (PST) Happen to come across this site by accident and i'm glad i did. I served aboard the Coral Sea from Febuary 1955 to Febuary 1957. I was a gunners mate in the 4th division.I too, was aboard during the Hungarian revolution when we all signed a scroll the lentgh of the flight deck. We donated the money that was to be used for the cruise year book to the cause. I have the '55 and'56 year books. Hom many of you knew that the ship that preceeded the Coral Sea, the FDR ,was supposed to be the Coral Sea but FDR died in office and they renamed it the FDR. I heard that some of the machinery was already stamped Coral Sea. Lou Casale <lou437c@aol.com> - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 05:34:38 (PST) hey im am looking for anybody that new my gradfather he was in Division W and was the leading Nuclear Tech, he was incharge o everybody that dealed with the nuclear weapons and stuff like that His name was Chief John Fredrick ruth, Please email me if you know him he just recently passed thanks you p03 Jordan ruth USNLCC Devision W Jordan ruth/ Chief John f. ruth <rapwigger1@aol.com> - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 16:19:29 (PST) would like to hear from any shipmates in the radio shack from 1953-1954 walter arrigoni TE2 <walterjoana@msn.com> - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 11:38:31 (PST) Jordan Ruth...I hate to break this to ya, but if there was a nuclear reactor aboard Coral Sea, I'm really gonna be ticked off. You mean to tell me all those un-rep's at 0300 were just to make sure we always had enough JP-5 in the drinking water? Jon Allen <kalakala_1@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 09:02:13 (PST) Hey Stedman, how about some jacks or better, trips to win progressive! Hey to Larry too! A-Gang (Diesels) 83-87 Joel Carranza <joel.carranza@pacebus.com> - Monday, February 10, 2003 at 15:45:02 (PST) hey im am looking for anybody that new my gradfather he was in Division W and was the leading Nuclear Tech, he was incharge o everybody that dealed with the nuclear reactor and stuff like that His name was Chief John Fredrick ruth, Please email me if you know him he just recently passed thanks you p03 Jordan ruth USNLCC Jordan Ruth/ Chief Gunnersmate John Frdrick Ruth <lawn1@cox.net> - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 17:38:13 (PST) this is a great site,brings back some good memories. larry graveson, it was good to talk you after all these years. lets stay in touch more often your friend richard stedman. Richard stedman <stalker6919642003> - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 15:19:23 (PST) this is a great site,brings back some good memories. larry graveson, it was good to talk you after all these years. lets stay in touch more often your friend richard stedman. Richard stedman <stalker6919642003> - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 15:19:12 (PST) Aboard Coral Sea 1961-62. Westpac cruise William A. Bennett <DDOMOM5@aol.com> - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 12:43:06 (PST) Hello i am serching for former crew members that new my grandfather Cheif John F. Ruth who wasa nuclear tech on the Uss Coral Sea if you knew him please emai me he just recintly passed away on jan 6, 2003 thanks you Jordan Ruth Jordan Ruth <rapwigger@aol.com> - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 10:28:03 (PST) CHUCK WALKER,do you still have the bike you bought in ITALY in 88? remember the GQ logbook? I have it! coop jr. <twrlck@yahoo.com> - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 09:11:11 (PST) I visited the USS Coral Sea in 1969. I new Randy Lisewski from Chicago, Richard Gauthier, Tom Stovall from Kansas. I came over from England to work for a year in Pittsburgh, then I came to San Fransisco and met these guys. Please get in touch if anyone knows where they are know. Maggie Jones <Jones @Cushing55.fsnet.co.uk> - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 19:11:07 (PST) I'm still here and still kickin, I have found a few of my old shipmates through this site and always hope to find more. I hope this finds all of you well. I was on from 87 to decomm and worked in the DC shop Hope to hear from you guys. George Povey <Buck50@optonline.net> - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 17:46:38 (PST) OE Division 79-82 Bill Rohman <brohman@sno-isle.org> - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 12:31:26 (PST) I was on the CORAL SEA from 83-86, asigned to V-4 div. My first memory was in the PNSY shipyards when Chief Lynn went off on Bosn Eli(Evil). After liquid lunch at the DRYDOCK pub. ha! I worked in repair with the "BEAST" (ABF2 DON EAST),Bill Meyher (ABE), Winnewood, Supko, Fudge and Almond. After the yards we were at sea and playing UNO in repair and locked winney in the catwalk during the PERFECT STORM. HAHAHA! Almond kept saying "im getting sick" until he finally puked. Then i was sympathetic and puked on him. was in bed for three days for sea sickness.hehehehe! good ole days! After i went mess cranking i went to below decks to work for Bill Langdon (MY MENTOR) Where are you? Taugt me the system in less than 30 days. Fast huh. Then i was left in the pumproom for days without a relief. hehehehe! Jerry Henery, Steve Lehman, Smitty, Are you still chasing cars? Remember Naples, Italy? hehehehe! Bobholtz, i cant ever forget him in Istanbul, Turkey (the compound)hehehehe! Where is the yeoman Bill Cruey? If anyone knows where he is let me know. What about Chief Sol? Heard hes a bosn. What about Tim Rose, I had Talked to his sister a few years back she said he was beat up and has permant brain damage and was in a nursing home. He was from my home town and his family owns a music business there in Tennessee. I was home one time and thought i would try to look him up. Old Shipmate. Im now on board the USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT as the V-4 LCPO. Last ship was the Kennedy, ran belowdecks, and made Chief there. Mike Stott was there with me. You guys remember his hemroid surgery while on cruise. he got them sitting on his a@@ as the yeoman.HEHEHEHE! If any of you have time and want to bull sh## drop me a line. I am on cruise to the Med looking for Saddam. and i have plenty of time to write back. Love to share the memories. ABFCS STANLEY MAINOR <mainorse@roosevelt.navy.mil> - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 09:35:28 (PST) Looking for shipmates who served aboard between 1965-67. Particulary interested in any sailors who were attached to S-1 division on the above dates. salvatore costanzo <costanzo, sal> - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 09:37:53 (PST) ANY OLD A-GANG OUT THERE? LARRY GRAVESON, JIM OWL, RICKY SMITH, TIME TO GET A POKER GAME GOIN! RICHARD STEDMAN <STALKER6919642003> - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 00:00:30 (PST) Greetings to all shipmates. I was one of the bagpipers from 1973 to 1978. Wonderful remembories of the visit to Australia. Anyone remember "dial a sailor"? Pat Jolly <pjolly@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 09:28:25 (PST) still lookin` for some of the guys from M-3 div. 86-90,ABE where are ya` boy! NOT in the fabulous frontier i hope!!!! COOP JR. MMFN COOPER <TWRLCK@YAHOO.COM> - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 06:19:38 (PST) V-6 METAL SHOP, AUG 65-JULY 67. SURE WISH I COULD DO IT AGAIN. I HAVE LOCATED 5 OF MY OLD BUDDIES FROM SO MANY YEARS AGO. WISH THAT I COULD FIND EM ALL. Harlan Updegraff <HarlanU@aol.com> - Tuesday, February 04, 2003 at 23:31:25 (PST) OE Division, 1975-1979, '77 West Pac Cruise Terry Arneson <quietharbour@aol.com> - Tuesday, February 04, 2003 at 10:39:45 (PST) E -div; "distro" oct 86'-dec 89' lookin' for old drinkin' buddies... PIC,GAITHER,COTTON,KABRICK,ZABORNEY,WHITTAKER,MONTHEI, METZ... where the hell are ya!!!! rsjack@webtv.net R.Scott Jackson <rsjack@webtv.net> - Tuesday, February 04, 2003 at 08:42:26 (PST) was on this ship from 77 to 81. Timothy F Thomas <bj@cyberback.com> - Saturday, February 01, 2003 at 13:15:23 (PST) re-signing for 2003 served V-1 div. 83-86 where you at scally ? gene wright ? heard from pups , hoss , honk and ol' bob stapp. jeff bonnell <frzbk9@aol.com> - Saturday, February 01, 2003 at 10:15:05 (PST) On board 73-78 in M Div. (1 & 2 Engines). So many great memories. Get alot of comments about my Coral Sea screen saver at work. Any old shipmates out there! Kevin Disney <kadpro@pacbell.net> - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 12:27:07 (PST) i served with va-22 cag 15 on the coral sea 73 - 75 thanks for the great site ron lang <ru4eldon@aol.com> - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 11:03:31 (PST) Have signed on before. Made the 60-61 cruise with VAH2 and the 61-62 cruise with ships company. Still looking for Dennis "Wooly" Woolworth. He was a good friend and shipmate. Haven't seen or heard from him in over 40 years. Would appreciate hearing from any of my old shipmates. Darwin "Hap" Litzell <mrhap@baldwin-telecom.net> - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 17:07:16 (PST) Still looking for some shipmates from 85/88. You guys still out there. Jimmy, Chris, Willy, Rod. Hope your all well. Give me a shout. Never forget all the mail we got when we pulled into Naples. Sorted mail for 12 hours straight. I always enjoyed calling up to the bridge and getting them to announce mail call mail call. PC3 Reisinger, Dan <southernyank@pa.net> - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 09:24:17 (PST) looking for any or all radio gang from 1949 med cruise Bill Eannetta <cvb43@rochester.com> - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 06:05:14 (PST) sent you a message about the site.served in 79-83 VA-27 thanks for the memories Jim Mooney <hdjimbo@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 00:18:25 (PST) sent you a message about the site.thanks for the memories Jim Mooney <hdjimbo@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 00:14:03 (PST) 'SCUSE ME FOR COMING BK ON AGAIN W/ SAME MESSAGE,BUT FOR THE GUYS WHO JUST CAME ON LINE....SERVED ABOARD 7/52-6/54 IN FOX DIV. I'VE MADE CONTACT W/ 6 F DIV SHIPMATES FROM THAT TIME. SADDEST MEMORY OF THE CORAL SEA: SEEING IT AT THE '90 DECOMMISSIONING. (THE 50's SHE WAS A FORT.) FONDEST: THE CEREMONY OF THE DECOM. PROUDEST: WHEN THAT SAILOR SANG "PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN" AS THE LAST CREW FILED OFF. GOD BLESS THE USA! TOM JACKSON <dod_410@yahoo.com> - Monday, January 27, 2003 at 09:06:05 (PST) 86 to 90 the best times of my life. FAIR WINDS AND MILD SEAS. RIP. COOP JR. #3 SCREW CREW MMFN cooper (COOP JR.) <mrmrscoop@aol> - Sunday, January 26, 2003 at 12:39:53 (PST) 1980 -1986, OE division, SPS-30 & SPS-49 radars Ryan James - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 18:19:42 (PST) V-1 DIV. DEC.21 1979 TO AUG 4 1983 DID TWO WEST-PACS AND MOST OF 83 WORLD CRUISE. WHAT MEMORIES THIS SITE BRINGS BACK TO ALL THE V-1 GUYS WELL MOST OF YOU WE SHARED SOME GOOD TIMES DIDNT WE. TO CHIEF DINGLE YOU OWE ME A DAY AND TO ABH1 ANDERSON YOU OWE ME MY PORN RAG YOU DIDNT RETURN. IS THE " TURD " STILL IN ANYONES POSSESSION .FROM ABHAN BOZZ TO V-1 GUYS WE ALL SHOULD MISS THE CORAL SEA EVEN IF JUST ALITTLE JAMES BOSSELER <JAMESBOSSELER@webtv.net> - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 18:05:23 (PST) I served aboard her from 86 to 90 and decomissioned her. I was an aviation stuctural mechanic in the AIMD in IM-2. I have great memories and miss my true friends that I hope I may be able to come in contact once agian. Ron Schinkle <ropin@pennswood.net> - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 08:56:21 (PST) Hello to all my shipmates. It has been great to look back and reminisce about the time I spent onboard the AGELESS. I have looked through the guestbooks, and I noticed a couple of you guys that I have served with are still hangin in there. If you remember me, drop me a line. I worked in the supply S-1 division during the years 86-89. I would love to hear from any of you whom I served with those years, especially my deck friends...Costley, Waters, Hughey, Degraffinreadt, Turner and all the rest of you guys. Hit me back at Nthomasb@aol.com. Neil Thomas <NthomasB@aol.com> - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 05:08:25 (PST) She was my first ship...served onboard from OCT83-MAR87 V-1 Dennis B Clifford ABHCS (AW) <cliffodb@roosevelt.navy.mil> - Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 17:02:47 (PST) William H. Clark, contact me please. (1967-1969) (Grub) G. Michael Flory <florym@ttnus.com> - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 13:53:50 (PST) I boarded the Coral Sea in Subic Bay June 1965 & served on her to July 1967 as a Radarman in OI Div. When I first saw her I remember thinking how old and beatup she looked. Yet there was something intimidating about her. Little did I know that I would be a small part of a great legacy. We as her crew worked very hard and played hard when we could. I have fond memories and the greatest respect for my shipmates and the leadership aboard her. It seemed as though the Coral Sea was continually being called upon for various missions and we always rose to the occasion no matter how tired we were. For awhile there I think we believed that there was nothing that we could not do if called upon. She was old,tired, beatup, and not very flashy. But she was beyond a doubt "THE AGELESS WARRIOR". May God rest her steel soul. Art Stocks 1965-1967 <art.stocks@colorbus.com> - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 09:36:17 (PST) Served on her from the long beach dry docks till September 1977 when I was discharged. HT2 in pipe shop,sheet metal shop and ballist flood control. Tom Rickner <thom4kat@aol.com> - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 22:01:21 (PST) 1966-1969 JIM DUNCAN - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 09:28:19 (PST) I served aboard the Coral Sea from Oct.'59 to Nov.'61. I was a BT-2 in 1 Baker Firerom. My nickname on the ship was "Buck." My brother Burt also served aboard there at the same time. He was a BT-2 in 2 Able Fireroom. I keep in touch with Sammy Owens and Curtis Embry also known as " Big Em." Hope to hear from some of my old shipmates. Glen Sievert <sievertgc@webtv.net> - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 14:52:50 (PST) Was a recruit fresh out of boot camp and A school to become an operations specialist in 1991 picking up orders to report to the USS Constellation CV-64 which was going through a SLEP period in Phili. Myself and 2 other shipmates traveled together from Va. Beach to Phili to report and had to park in a parking lot on the far end of the base. As we started walking seabag in one hand orders in the other and rain comming down like crazy, we had no idea were we were heading or where our ship even was. It was a Sunday evening not hardly a sole on the yard. I bet we walk for about 45min before we came to this hulk of a ship. We knew that the Connie was in pretty bad shape or looked in pretty bad shape from were it was being re-done, but with no on to guild us or help us and being unable to locate a hull number we walked up the ships ladder onto the quarterdeck of the you guessed it!!!! CV-43 Coral Sea. We said to each other, "you've got to be kidding" this thing is locked up tight and not a soul around. We were banging on hatch doors and yelling but as you can guess no one answered. Puzzeled soaking wet we made are way off the ship and just alittle bit further down the road and found our new home CV-64. Fresh, new, and dumb we were. Today, we three still think of the USS Coaral Sea as our first Command. S.D.Wells <swells@ezy.net> - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 15:26:40 (PST) Just checking back in for another year. Served aboard the old gal from 69-71 in V-2 div in cat 2. Like to here from some of the old crew. Roger Ryba <rlryba@wiktel.com> - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 12:52:16 (PST) served in 2charlie fire room from jan72 till dec 73 must say i had a good time. i would like to know where mike brewer from 2 able got to. some other good friends were bt1 butts and bt1 kennedy noris, elston, pete, and hudgens. may GOD BLESS paul lynch <plynch@plains.net> - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 15:46:11 (PST) VA-94 based Lemoore 1973-1975 Ron Heller <HellerBlaisdell@aol.com> - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 02:29:42 (PST) SERVED '62-'65 3 ABLE FIREROOM B DIV. LIKE TO HEAR FROM SOME OF THE OLD SNIPES Joe Hunter <hunter@chattanooga.net> - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 16:27:27 (PST) served in g div 68-70 dennis [barney] brower <barneybrower@mchsi.com> - Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 15:47:47 (PST) I was aboard forty third & gray from Nov. 73 till July 76 my time there was both adventerous & eduactional never will I enjoy life like that again, at sea ,I thought a naval sailor aboard a carrier was the greatess thing ever and it was that and some the ports, the women, even Cali. sea stories I have by the truck load memories that last a life time. I was MMFA with 4 group worked generator, DA tank, main control phone talker. had fun....... Michael W. Branham - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 10:11:51 (PST) I was aboard forty tnird & gray from Nov. 73 till July 76 my time there was both adventerous & eduactional never will I enjoy life like that again, at sea ,I thought a naval sailor aboard a carrier was the greatess thing ever and it was that and some the ports, the women, even Cali. sea stories I have by the truck load memories that last a life time. I was MMFA with 4 group worked generator, DA tank, main control phone talker. had fun....... Michael W. Branham - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 10:10:44 (PST) I served aboard the Coral Sea from 84/88, rank when I transferred of her was WT2 Goodman. I was a member of W-Divsion, looking for old shipmates and any others that might have served aboard her. John Goodman <Goodywt@aol.com> - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 13:30:27 (PST) I served aboard the Coral Sea from 84/88, rank when I transferred of her was WT2 Goodman. W-Divsion John Goodman <Goodywt@aol.com> - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 13:29:11 (PST) Just signing in for the new year, looking for old shipmates from 84-88, v-2 div. for aall those who knew him E Rouska passed away this past year and he was a good friend. Anyone who served in the "gear" at that time give a shout. "Jonsey" Allan Jones <al18roll@aol.com> - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 06:21:16 (PST) IT WAS GREAT TO READ SO MANY OF THE SEA STORIES THAT I WAS AROUND TO SEE PERSONALLY. AND IT WAS REALLY SAD TO SEE WHAT HAS HAPPEND TO THE GIRL. THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A SOFT SPOT IN MY HEART FOR THE OLD CORAL SEA. I WAS WITH VA-65/ AND WAS TAD TO THE CHEIFS MESS DURING THE FINAL CRUISE BACK IN '89. IF ANYBODY REMEMBERS ME FROM DOWN THERE FROM THE MESS DECKS PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME. AMH2 DAVID YORK/VA-65 <DAVID_YORK75401@YAHOO.COM> - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 22:51:42 (PST) I served aboard the USS Coral Sea during the libya attack jeff motter <jamotter@aol.com> - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 10:01:25 (PST) Assigned in 59 to Coral Sea & went aboard in 60. Served in 2nd div. untill I swabbed one to many decks & transfered to B-div & 4-Able fireroom in 61 & found heaven & a real job. Any snipes from around that time let me hear from you guys. Talk to Glen Sievert & Curtis "Big Em" Embry about once a month. I also remember "The Puckett incedent" well, I also mess-cooked with th guy in about 61.--Happy New Year to all who had the pleasure to serve on this great lady. Sammy D. Owens 1959-1963. Retired long haul truck driver living in Texas now. Sammy Owens <lwsambo@web-access.net> - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 04:33:38 (PST) My gradfather served aboard CV-43 during Med Cruise 52'with Marine squadron VMA-211. Is there any photos of Corsairs on flight deck preparing to launch in color that I can get a copy of? Bert Kinzey's Detail in Scale F4U Corsair has one. I don't know how to get a copy of it? He was an aircraft electical systems specialist in charge of all the squadron -4 Corsairs, tailcode AF. Can you or anyone help me find this photo? Sincerely, Dane Alley Dane Alley <UBIRDNUT @wmconnect.com> - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 22:01:47 (PST) Just Checking in for 2003. I was an RM3 and made the '49 med cruise. Looking for old shipmates. Bill Eannetta <cvb43@rochester.rr.com> - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 09:58:14 (PST) GREAT SITE, IT HELPED ME MEET A OLD R-DIV BUDDY AFTER 22YRS!!!!!!SAIL THE PACIFIC, AND MEET IN FRIGGIN MONTANA AT XMAS????? THANKS AGAIN. AND ANY OLD SNIPES FROM 75-79 GET A HOLD OF ME ....HT-3 PETERSON randy [ petey]peterson <rpeterson1955@ao;.com> - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 16:57:09 (PST) I was a corpsman with Va-27 out of Lemoore. Went on the 79-80 wes-pac Gary Coles <Garyco6@hotmail.com> - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 12:25:28 (PST) CSea 77-81 3group & A-gang. SALUTATIONS MY BROTHERS!!! Cool site. I'm a civil service "Snipe" these days. Still in NoCal. Seen enough of this world to know I enjoy my little piece of it. I hope you are all there too. E-mail as often as you can and PEACE. Rick Martir-Cortes <RMARTIRC@yahoo.com> - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 11:36:53 (PST) GREAT SITE!! A flood of memories run through my mind as I surf through this web site with my kids. Served "onboard" fm 8/82 to 2/86, in Communications (CR Div). Was onboard for World Cruise, Collision with oil tanker, and when we went up against, and BEAT the U.S.S Carl Vinson in war games. Im proud to have served my Country aboard the Coral Sea, and would love to hear fm any of the "CR" gang. God Speed & GOD BLESS AMERICA!! Terrell (Buddy) Clayton <claytonjrbudjo@aol.com> - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 11:33:22 (PST) Any of the Gun Crew left from the 1949 Med Cruise? 1st to 6th Divisions? John W. Richardson <Jrichar193@aol.com> - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 18:56:33 (PST) Sailed on the 1983 World Cruise attached to VA-27 Curt Hoehn - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 17:32:35 (PST) I served on Coral Sea from 6/64-6/66 in Public Affairs Office as a journalist. I wrote the daily newspaper each day at sea. I would love to hear from any of the guys that served in X division during this time. Les Jackson P.S. Has anyone heard from Manny Perez or Jon Hagerman? Les Jackson <LLJackson2503@aol.com> - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 17:21:17 (PST) P. S. Infro on the Lowell Bushong. Went aboard while in dry dock at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Oct. of 1953. Made Gitmo shakedown, Port-a-Prince Hatti, New York for PR relation, back to Norfolk. Mayport, Fla. and off the the Med. Was in catapult div. and worked topside for a month and then rest of cruise below deck in the cat shack. Returned home Dec. of '54 and back up the river to the Portsmouths Shipyard. Departed ship March of '55 for discharge at NOB Norfolk. Lowell B. Bushong <gwscooter@webtv.net> - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 11:48:01 (PST) Just received this infro from a navy buddy. Just signing in Jan. 5th. 2003. Lowell B. Bushong <gwscooter@webtv.net> - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 11:35:09 (PST) Just signing in for the New Year. V-2 Division Cat II from 83-86. Jeff (JD) Johnson <jdj@pionet.net> - Saturday, January 04, 2003 at 16:37:37 (PST) I was with her from Jan 69 to Oct 73. Nice job on all of this. Thank you so much. George A Vossen <george20002@aol.com> - Saturday, January 04, 2003 at 05:45:23 (PST) Thought i would sign in this year ,Was i 4 engine , jan.74 july77, had a good time and some bad ones but with the guys I worked with and hung out with it was ok ,only heard from sid and ron ,do any of you old burned up snipes have a computer if so lets hear from you ,later guys great site said more in the older guest books . Bob (STEW) Stewart <Nightstew@aol.com> - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 15:22:27 (PST) Thanks I really appreciate your web-site. A fellow veteran sent it to me. I was an AZ3 attached to VF-161 "Chargers" during the 1967 WestPac. I'm not in the pictures of my squadron because I was "too short" and didn't complete the cruise. I left the ship in December 1967 while we were at Cubi Pt. Thanks again for your website and if I can find any mementos I will get them to you. Respectfully, Al Bell Alfred Bell <w.navwyccg@verizon.net> - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 11:29:03 (PST) ROGER VANDAL I SEEN YOU FOUND THIS SIGHT. DOES THE CURE STILL EXISTS TRAVIS WILLIAMS <OLIVER BADDY BOY> - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 16:19:23 (PST) Hi. Just a short note to wish all of you and your loved ones, 'A Most Happy and Healthy New Year and God Bless'. Max and Stel Presnal Max Presnal <starmaxp@cs.com> - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 12:59:18 (PST) Hey old shipmates from the Coral Sea and CVW-14, VA-196. This is a great site I had to get an entry in the 2003 book. I served from 1980-84 with VA-196. I made the West-Pac 1981 and the World 1983 Cruises. WOW!!!!! Time has ripped by as fast as a supersonic F-4 along the port side during an airshow. I joined up in the reserves in 2001, as a seabee, Equipment Operator, After 17 years away from the Navy. I am waiting to be activated as I speak. It is nice to be back in uniform again. You all have a great 2003!!!. I will keep checking in. If anyone remembers me, e-mail me. Chaplain Eckles are you out there? Reubin T. Smith? God Bless you all. R. Hunter, USNR Rick Hunter <beyondtheblue@msn.com> - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 01:30:41 (PST) WHERE OH WHERE HAVE ALL MY BUDDIES GONE,HEADLEY,GARVIN,WALKER,SAVAGE,ECT. BT3JOHN E SPERO,B-1 DIV. 86-90 <jspero@valveshop.com> EVANSTON, WYO - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 00:03:32 (PST) I SERVED ON THE CORAL SEA FROM 86-90.WENT THRU THE DECOMMISIONING-IT WAS PRETTY INTERESTING.I REALLY ENJOYED YOUR WEB PAGE,IT BROUGHT BACK SOME REALLY GOOD MEMORIES. John E. Spero <jspero@valveshop.com> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 23:10:51 (PST) I served aboard from 82 to85. Stared in # 3Eng then to #3 gen. Then crossed rated to B-Div and was mostly in 2Baker and 2 charlie. Francis Neumayer <fneumayer@portup.com> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 22:38:01 (PST) Veiwing all the info on your web has been excellent bringing back many memoiries. Tho not much on engineering. Seeing all the stuff brings it back like yesterday. Bt3 Neumayer francis <fneumayer@portup.com> Engadine, Michigan USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 21:31:36 (PST) During the 85-86 med cruise, on New Years Eve. We were in Naples for a few days and there was a terrorist threat against American ships. I remember bringing in the New Year w/ Duse & Bush on the forward sponson w/ a 50 cal. locked and loaded, wearing flack vests, helmets, and night vision scopes, watching the Naples skyline light up w/ fireworks. Its a moment I'll never forget. It is hard to believe that 17 years have passed since that time. God Bless all those who served on her. Especially those who served in G-3 Div. from 84-87. AO3 Mac Tim McCluskey <tmac@piggott.net> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 20:10:54 (PST) Oops. My finger must have slipped. To finish what I started: Saddest memory of the CORAL SEA: seeing it at the Decommissioning. (The '50s she was a FORT). fONDEST: the ceremony of the Decom. Proudest: when the sailor sang "PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN" as the last crew filed off. GOD BLESS AMERICA. Tom Jackson FT3 Fox Div '52-'54 <dod_410@yahoo.com> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:11:30 (PST) First off I want to wish everyone a Healthy and Happy New Year. I made contact w/ 6 F Div shipmates from that time. Saddest memory of the CORAL SEA Tom Jackson FT3 FOX DIV '52-'54 <dod_410@yahoo.com> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:03:00 (PST) Happy New Year to all.Served aboard fore the 1951 and 1952 Med cruise. FREDERICK B. KNOESEL CS3,VF44 <fknoesel@wcsonline.net> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 11:01:41 (PST) Wow... I get to go first this year! Onboard Coral Sea from '76-'79 in AIMD (IM-3 Division) Made the '77 WestPac cruise and did a lot of growing up. Wouldn't have missed it for the world! Oh yeah, Happy New Year to all! Robert Ogan <rdogan@military.com> - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10:11:52 (PST) !!!!!!!!!! Help !!!!!!!!!!
I need YOUR help to make this site great. I need any stories, photo's or ships information that you have on the Coral Sea. I can scan photo's for you if you don't have a scanner, email me for details. Please donate your memories so all Coral Sea crew members and their family's can enjoy this site to its fullest. Also let me know if anything you see here is in error. Thanks!!!
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