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Name: Jeffrey Croy
E-mail: scooby@semo.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/9/97
Time: 5:18:43 PM
Hi, my name is Jeffrey Croy. I founded this site in hope of reuniting fellow crewmembers and to celebrate the career of the Yellowstone Class Destroyer Tender. I hope that through time "and error" we can make this site reflect on her accomplishments with pride and honor. We are a select few, and the privilege to serve on Yellowstone was definitely ours.
Name: Bill Eastman
E-mail: beastman@austin.rr.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/3/99
Time: 3:59:08 PM
Stationed to Precommissioning Yellowstone from boot camp. Assigned to Deck 1st Division. I was in the first group of Food Service Attendents "mess crank". I took the DP3 test and PNA, however I did get designated DPSN and changed to S-7 Division. I finally made DP3 and it was effective on the day I got out of the Navy.
Name: MRFN Kwame Somersall
E-mail: kasualk@hotmail.com
or onyaback@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/13/99
Time: 8:23:10 AM
I've been looking for a site like this to get in touch w/ some of my old friends on the "Stone".I worked in the 31A Machine Shop and the R-2 Division Supply Ofice(31Z) from 92' to 95'. All that know me feel free hit me off and email me. Anyone seen my boys-RMSN Mike Spears, RMSA Darrell Adams, IC3 Lee Blue, or MRFN Cherokee Edwards????
Name: Garrett Brushwood
E-mail: fire153624@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/30/99
Time: 7:18:34 PM
I was one of the first in precom. I started the training office in Norfolk in late 79. I was a GSE2 in R-3/92A Sound Annalysis. I'm glad to see a site like this. If any of you plankowners see this, get in touch. Stay cool.
Name: michael aldrich
E-mail: mikael1974@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/4/99
Time: 7:51:18 AM
i think it's great you started this web site, i've been trying to get some pictures of the "yellowstain" for a while now!!! i spent about 2years on her.... i was a postal clerk...i might have some pictures of her you could post on your website if you'd be interested... see ya
Name: Billy Idaho
E-mail: thefireman@1funplace.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/4/99
Time: 10:51:18 PM
Surfs Up! Am I/S/O DK Jackie Robbins on board 89-91-married Snipe-type Mick McCambridge, also crewmember. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Name: Joe Marino
E-mail: radarman90@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/6/99
Time: 9:59:04 PM
Please change my e-mail to reflect the new address.
radarman90@yahoo.com
Name: Rich Davis
E-mail: dunoon@intelos.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/7/99
Time: 9:18:39 PM
I precomed the Yellowstone and was the last plankowner to be bonged off in Dec84. I traveled more in the 4 years on the Yellowstone than I did in my other 16 years in the Navy. I saw a lot of neat places but, can't say I really miss the Navy.
Name: Gerry Haight
E-mail: ghaight@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/8/99
Time: 9:43:20 AM
It is nice to see a site for the support fleet. There isn't many on the web. I was an Opticalman and had friends on the Yellowstone.
Name: IM1 Dean P. Smith
E-mail: dsmith77@stratos.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/9/99
Time: 10:33:56 PM
I checked aboard in Feb 85 and Left in Jul 87. I worked in MIRCS and I'm still in the Reserves @ NRC Cleve, Oh. I finally made E-6 as an IM after the rate was dis-established. GO NAVY!!! Jeff, Thanks for the E-mail.
Name: Mark Hostetler
E-mail:
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/13/99
Time: 2:23:21 PM
I served onboard Yellowstone from 1980 to 84. R1 div. 11-A. I made alot of great friends during that time and even met my wife,the former Lisa Benvenuto.We've been married 15 years and have three daughters. Sarah,Stephanie,& Jennifer.This web site is a great idea.Hopefully more people will respond.
Name: Paul E.Cutler
E-mail: user262882@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/13/99
Time: 5:55:25 PM
I served on the Uss Grand Canyon AD28 1948-1950 USS Yellow stone AD27 was our sister ship.we relieved each other in the Med.48-49.The Canyon was scrapped in 78.I understand the Yellowstone is in The james River IN Virginia.I heard it was beeing set aside for some group to do a museum Project and it fell through. Of all the museum there are there is not one Destroyer tender.I would like to see if we could save one.Great web site.Smooth Sailing.
Name: william brown p.o.1st class
E-mail: www.xbird34x@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 11/14/99
Time: 6:12:05 PM
served from 51-55 as pipefitter repairman. anyone remember?
Name: Clark Smith, DPSN(at the time)
E-mail: cesnsjs@netzero.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/17/99
Time: 10:07:22 AM
Great site, it's about darn time. Good to see that somone remembers the old girl. But, (a little critisism) you have a great comprehensive history of the first two Yellostones but the 3rd is lacking a lot (like the last decade). If you could include a little more history (all of it can't be good) I, for one, would really appreciate it.
Name: Gary Dean Cox
E-mail: farleyboy2@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/18/99
Time: 11:33:08 PM
If anyone who served with me during the gulf war remembers me and wishes to say hello at the above Email address , please feel free to do so. Especially Chris Rundell, Sarah Randall, Vern Brown, Ralph Warner, and too many others to name. I served from 1987-1992 and had a chance to be a part of the ship's glory years even if I was too young and obnoxious to realize it at the time. My memory of you all has softened, but not faded with time.
loving regards,
Gary
Name: Betty Mattello
E-mail: triciaosborne@prodigy.net
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 11/20/99
Time: 9:49:27 AM
I am trying to find William "Bill" Hunt. Former employee of the Hendrick Hudson Hotel in Troy, NY. I was a friend of his at this job. Please e-mail me with any information - I know that he also served on the USS Yellowstone.
This is a very nice web site and I hope many reunions are happening.
Name: George E. Smith BTC.USN.Ret.
E-mail: geoliz12@gateway.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/21/99
Time: 4:32:48 PM
Have been looking for something on the USS.Shenandoah AD 26. Was on her for 5 years. If only she had a site such as this one connected with the Yellowstone. You can clearly see that there are a lot of good memories connected with the AD27
Name: Robert Jung
E-mail: thejungs@mhtc.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/24/99
Time: 9:26:14 PM
I've always looked for a site about the USS Yellowstone " Fast Attack Tender" Hopefully I'll get some e-mail from some past shipmates.
Thanks
Name: Robert Haas
E-mail: Lefty75m@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/29/99
Time: 9:06:07 AM
Nice page.I was also a plank owner on the 27.Keep up the nice work
Name: Mark Hostetler HT2 R-1 11a
E-mail:
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/2/99
Time: 11:53:22 AM
Served onboard from 1980 to 84. Worked & partied with some great people.
Name: Sawyer,Paul Then MR2
E-mail: sawyer@nasb.navy.mil
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/6/99
Time: 8:13:00 AM
Were are are all the boys from 38A we had some good times and lots of laughs due to retire soon would love to hear from all the old 38 guys.
Name: Dennis P. Hisoire
E-mail: GCSprings@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 12/9/99
Time: 7:07:16 PM
Great to find this site. Will spend much time checking it every now and then looking for old friends. Wonderful production. Keep up the good work. I am very proud to be part of the Navy Family.
Name: ROBERT BRAGUE, JR.
E-mail: BBTIMEMACHINE@AOL.COM
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/13/99
Time: 9:25:24 PM
I SERVED ADOARD FROM 1983 TO 1985. I STARTED IN 38A SHOP AND ENDED UP IN THE DIVE LOCKER. LOOKING TO HERE FROM ANYBODY FROM THAT PERIOD IN THOSE SHOPS.
Name: ROBERT BRAGUE, JR.
E-mail: BBTIMEMACHINE@AOL.COM
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/13/99
Time: 9:29:16 PM
I SERVED ABOARD FROM 1983 TO 1985 IN SHOP 38A AND THE DIVE LOCKER. LOOKING TO HERE FROM ANYBODY IN THOSE SHOPS OF THAT PERIOD.
Name: ROBERT BRAGUE
E-mail: bbtimemachine@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/19/99
Time: 6:00:16 PM
I served aboard from may '83 to June '87 in the R-2 Div. 38/A and the dive locker. I'm looking for any crew members of that period. Does anybody remember "I survived the "45"?
Name: Bob Korhummel
E-mail: bobkorh@aol.com.
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/21/99
Time: 8:47:55 AM
82 to 85 RM div. I too survived the 45. Can't believe the Yellowstone is decommisioned, my son will be touring the base in 5/00 and was looking forward to see his old man's ship.Anyone from the machine shop from back drop a line.
Name: HT2 HAYES
WILLIAM
hayes william
E-mail: lucindajh@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/24/99
Time: 12:01:59 PM
Name: HT2 William Hayes
E-mail: lucindajh@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/24/99
Time: 12:06:28 PM
I served on AD-41 from Feb.1992-Sep.1995 in R-1 div. 57A shop. Looking for HT3 Mulkey, HT2 Geer, MR2 Polce. If any one knows who or where they are, please e-mail me. Thank-you
Name: Sonny C Younce
E-mail: younce@heliconnc.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/25/99
Time: 6:17:17 PM
I served from 89 to 93 in R2 valve shop. Just trying to find some old friends.
Name: REYNOLDS, BOBBY
E-mail: so_cool_for_u@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 12/29/99
Time: 12:17:21 PM
Name: Garrett Williams
E-mail: Garrettwms@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 12/29/99
Time: 6:31:31 PM
I hated the Navy but looking for some good friends I left behind.38 Alfa and Valve Shop
Name: Bryce May
E-mail: bjblueplumb@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 1/4/00
Time: 10:01:59 AM
I found you through Alta Vista. It's great to finally make this connection with my first ship. Great website!
Name: Pastore
E-mail: Johnny20v@cs.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/13/00
Time: 12:58:10 PM
Has the stone been cut up into little pieces yet, and if not does anyone know where she is?
Name: Richard Spenny
E-mail: spenny2@theramp.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/15/00
Time: 6:17:59 PM
I served aboard AD-27 in weapons dept. from 1967-1970. I would like to hear from crew members from this time period.
Name: Burt Swanson
E-mail: company169@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/16/00
Time: 9:43:06 PM
Nice website and fine tribute to all who sailed in the Navy. We are looking for alumni of the 1970 Boot Camp Company 169 RTC, Orlando. We know you are out there! Visit the company 169 reunion Web site at: www.company169.cjb.net . Let's get together one more time before we croak!
<a HREF="http://company169.tripod.com"><img SRC="http://dirtcheapwebs.webhostme.com/images/adbanners/logo95x95.jpg"> _1970 Boot Camp Company 169 RTC Orlando</a>
Name: Bob Bentrem
E-mail: bob.bentrem@worldnet.att.net
How did you find this site?: Lycos
Date: 1/20/00
Time: 8:16:04 PM
Hey I wanted to find out about my old shipmates, especially one of my closest friends in the service Steve Swanson from Ohio and his brothers. It has been 30 years and never kept up after being transferred to the USS Standley DLG 32 where I was sent home, time being up from Vietnam in 71 Thank you for bringing back some fun memories for me.
Name: Charles Eakin
E-mail: ceakin@raex.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/21/00
Time: 5:44:51 PM
What a pleasant surprise! I have often wondered what happened to old AD-27 I look back at my experiences serving aboard her and realize how much my life has been shaped by those years. The memories seem to run together now but the outstanding ones are of long hours (some Navy, some personal) working in the heavy machine shop and learning a trade that I have enjoyed for a lifetime. Other memories are sun tanning on the helicoptor pad over the fantail in that great Mayport weather. Also, being a great chowhound I remember those great meals I had at the mess decks. I was always a favorite of the cooks because I would compliment them daily on their fine skills. Thanks for the great nostalgic trip!
Name: Jack Cave
E-mail: jackalice@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/25/00
Time: 8:59:39 AM
Served on the Yellowstone 51-55. DC-2, 5th division Carpenter Shop and Diver
Name: leon middleton
E-mail: leem33@wirefire.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/30/00
Time: 12:46:36 PM
Notice of new E Mail address: leem33@wirefire .com
Name: mm2 Smith "SMITTY"
E-mail: heistheonlyone@cs.com
How did you find this site?: NavShips History Ring
Date: 1/30/00
Time: 7:55:15 PM
Hello anyone out there who was on just after Pre-com you know who you are. Looking to talk to anyone in Engineering. Remember all the oil leaks up forward? How about when ENCS Mathie put water in all the smallboats and they froze in the N Atlantic, and we had to have them welded. E-Mail me. Mat
Name: Wade Colvin
E-mail: wmc242@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 1/31/00
Time: 7:44:26 PM
'83 to 87, R-1 11A "SHIPFITTERS RULE", SURVIVED THE HANGING, THE 45, THE RE-FUELING CRASH, AMONGST OTHER THINGS. I HAVE INFO ON OTHER CREW MEMBERS ALSO. E-MAIL ME IF INTERESTED.
Name: Robert H Phillips
E-mail: RobHPhillips@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 2/4/00
Time: 11:57:09 PM
Finally I am able to show my boys the ship I was on. Over the years I have lost all of the pics I took while I was on the old girl. I came on the "Stoner" on her shake down in Getmo. If anyone has any pics of her or of the crew in the early 80's I would love a copy.
Name: Kevin Savage (Beeju)
E-mail: Bmoreballa@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 2/9/00
Time: 9:27:15 AM
I just want to say big ups to any and everyone who every served on the "Stone". And if any of my "snipes" are out there, give a brother a holla. Sticky T, Stretch, T-Bone, Q-tip, Jack, Jose, Rich, Streater, Spears or anyone who remembered me...Holla back! ONE
Name: Ben Bark
E-mail: bjbark@erols.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 2/10/00
Time: 3:46:53 PM
OM2 Served on USS DIXIE (AD-14) 1981-1982, USS CAPE COD (AD-43) 1982-1984. Great site, has lots of potential. Keep up the good work!
Name: Richard L. Bean
E-mail: macbtx@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 2/21/00
Time: 10:14:21 AM
Excellent site, glad I finally found it. I was IC1/ICC in R3 Div,Gyro Shop from 11/58 to 12/61. I'd enjoy hearing from any one from that period, especially from the Gyro or ET shop.
Name: HT1(SW)CARMEN, MARTINEZ,VIDUYA.
E-mail: viduya@msn.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 2/24/00
Time: 8:21:00 PM
I was on the "jellystone" from 88-95, I did two tours on the ship. I worked in the famouse 11-A, I was an E-1, and left as an E-5. I am on the USS CARL VINSON now and loving life! I met and married my husband (Vudoo) who I met on board the USS YELLOWSTONE, I will always have a special place in my heart for the old ship. Too many awsome memories. E-mails welcomed from old freinds of my husband, MIKE VIDUYA, and CARMEN MARTINEZ.
Name: Jim Rogers
E-mail: Topppjimmy@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 2/25/00
Time: 10:40:24 PM
HM2 USN 1983-1993...HM school..glakes...FMSS camp johnson...Philadelphia Naval Hospital...Uss Guam...8506(Lab)NavHospSan Diego...Uss Yellowstone...NavHospLemoore...F comp 1st FSSG (saudi Arbia)...NavHospLemoore...enjoyed the navy tour...visiting the entire globe both during peace and conflict...Departed USN marrying Capt USAF Nurse Corps...I wish luck to all fellow sailors, marines, soldiers and airman...KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK
Name: Robert Phillips
E-mail: RobHPhillips@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/9/00
Time: 11:42:40 AM
Great site nice to see pictures of the Stone.
Name: Sam Goforth
E-mail: goforths@swbell.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/26/00
Time: 6:31:59 PM
Sorry I missed ship's movement. I had intended to make it to the reunion but scheduling problems went from bad to worse. Hope everything went as planned and the party be repeated for those like me who couldn't make this one.
Name: ROBERT K DARLING
E-mail: HAWAIIREFUGEE@PRODIGY.NET
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 3/30/00
Time: 9:20:33 PM
I WAS A CREW MEMBER FROM DEC 88 TO APRIL 91 I WAS A MESS SPECIALIST I AM SHOCK TO HEAR THAT THE YSTONE GOT DECOMMED SHE WAS LESS THAN 20 YRS OLD MAY SOME ONE TELL ME WHY IT HAD TO BE AND HOW CAN I OBTAIN SOME SOUVINERS WITH AD 41 LIKE SHIRTS SWEAT PANTS STICKERS KEYCHAINS ETC I USED TO LIVE IN HAWAII BUT NOW I RESIDE IN TN WHERE IM A TRUCK DRIVER
Name: Raymond F. Sanders
E-mail: RSAN720923@AOL.Com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 4/12/00
Time: 11:13:08 AM
Very well DONE! I served onboard Just for the Med Cruise,1955 to 1956 but it was great, I was on a Minority Cruise from Aug 1952 to May 1956 I was on the USS ABBOT DD629 for all the time before 1955.The USS ABBOT also has a nice wed site.
Name: (JETHRO)BRIAN K McMAHAN
E-mail: crazyhorse1395@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 4/12/00
Time: 4:38:28 PM
Yellowbone will live on forever in our memories, like E-4 to E-1 and back to E-3 but I would'nt change it for the world. Any body out there like to give me a yell feel free.
Name: ALICE BLUE
E-mail: ablue@mindspring.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 4/21/00
Time: 4:04:23 PM
This is great! I only wanted some pics of the ship and I found this site! Thanks!
Name: BT1 Don Bovia
E-mail: dbovia@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 4/23/00
Time: 4:19:46 PM
I served onboard from Jun '91 to Feb '95. Worked in 41A BR Shop and 38A Outside Mach. Had some good times on the Y-Stone. If you think you knew me check out my web site at http://members.aol.com/dbovia, I've got links to over 500 Navy ships.
Name: Kirt Jarrett and Angela (Rodriguez) Jarrett
E-mail: kirt@pindigitaal.net -and-
angiej@pindigital.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 4/26/00
Time: 1:53:55 PM
Kirt and I met aboard the Yellowstone. He was an MM3 working in the R-6 Division (Nuclear Support Facility) from '84-'89 and I was an SM3 working on the signal bridge from '87 to '91 with a break in between to have a baby. However, I faithfully returned to the ship in time for Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Made some wonderful friends, with whom we still keep in touch. Anybody wishing to drop us a line....please do so. We currently live in N.C. and welcome any correspondence. Peace out to all the former crewmembers.
Name: Ron Lutes
E-mail: rwl2themax@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 5/1/00
Time: 6:10:40 PM
Thanks paul for the link--great to see a site like this--served on this workhorse from 70 to 71 in the pattern shop and made some great friends in the Charleston area. Be happy to hear from any of the crew that served on her around that time.
Name: Michael Hazen
E-mail: hot_jamz@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: NavRing
Date: 5/4/00
Time: 7:39:23 AM
GMC David Carl Hazen was on Yellowstone for approx 3 years around 1985 time Frame. He passed way just after retirement we are looking for shipmates that can give us some info to pass on to his children and Grand Children. Any info would be highly appreciated!!!
Name: Perry L Cohen
E-mail: WA6AKU@juno.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 5/5/00
Time: 10:22:25 AM
Permission to come aboard, sir?
Linked in from OM/IM Association Site, Jeffrey Croy. Served on Old Faithful from 1952 (caught her in Naples, Italy) until late in 1953 when transferred to shore duty in Green Cove Springs, FL.
Good to be aboard, and will visit again.... Perry
Name: Monique Cobb-Adams
E-mail: Momotado@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 5/7/00
Time: 1:04:04 PM
I was on board AD41 from 87-91. I would like to get in touch with some friends. If your out there drop me a line. ALOHA:>
Name: Rose Callahan
E-mail:
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 5/11/00
Time: 12:26:29 PM
Was on there from April 1992 to March 1993. I am now retired from the Navy and loving it very much.
Name: Gilbert Krajec
E-mail: gilkrajec@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 5/14/00
Time: 1:56:48 PM
I searched the net several years ago for the Yellowstone and could not find anything. My nephew was checking the net and called to inform me about it. Sorry to hear the Yellowstone is no more. Served from 1957-1960 in Outside Repair.
Name: Ed Kessler
E-mail:
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 5/14/00
Time: 1:57:59 PM
I sure served with some great people on the Yellowstone AD41. I was a supply officer in S-4, S-3, and S-2 from 1981 to 1983. I left in December of 83 as more of the plank owners departed less people understood that if you are underway, and swing the rudder greater than 10 degrees, going over 10 knots, and a steady wind from either side, she will roll over. Sure enough, six months after I left the "stone" I read that she took a 45 degree roll.....my only thought was "I guess that knowledge departed with the last plank owners.".....I think of the 4.0 plus 1 often, especially the people who worked with me...I hope life has been good to ya.
Name: Doug Hormann
E-mail: dhormann@gte.net
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 5/17/00
Time: 1:56:42 PM
Just Browsing around and found the site. I appreciate the inclusion of all the ships with the Yellowstone name.
Name: Cory Ray Gibson MM2
E-mail: cory4570g@aol.com
How did you find this site?: NavShips History Ring
Date: 5/29/00
Time: 5:08:57 PM
I am Cory R. Gibson. I served aboard the Yellowstone AD 41 from 1980 to 1982. I was in the Pump Shop 31Gulf. I was one of the ones that put the shop together. She was a new ship. I am glad to fine this page and to see some of others that have served aboard her.
Name: Len Davis
E-mail: len@starwest.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 6/6/00
Time: 9:19:22 PM
Was on AD 27 1971 to 1974 would like to hear from any serving durring that time. Was she scrapped or mothballed?
Name: Terry Burdick
E-mail: twburdick@att.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 6/13/00
Time: 9:15:43 PM
The web site looks great. Good job
Name: YOUNCE, SONNY
E-mail:
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 6/16/00
Time: 9:57:08 PM
JUST TRYING TO FIND FRIENDS IN R2. SERVED FROM 89' TO 93'.
Name: Thomas A. Stellwag
E-mail: stellwag@megabits.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 6/22/00
Time: 5:27:21 PM
I just want to thank you for this site. I have found some of my coworkers from long ago. I hope to hear from them. This site covers ICQ#. I hope they will later include www.firetalk.com numbers. GREAT JOB ON THE SITE!!!
Name: David Kempf, Bm2
E-mail: mvcook85@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 6/24/00
Time: 3:28:59 PM
Looking for some old friends I was stationed onboard (Deck Dept) Nov88 - Oct91,
Name: Dennis W. Franklin
E-mail: honestman@blackplanet.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 6/26/00
Time: 10:00:59 AM
Served from 1991 to 1993. One of the finest ships in the U.S.Navy. Anyone can contact me via my e-mail.
Name: CHRISTINE CUGINI-TROY
E-mail: ccugini_troy@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 6/29/00
Time: 9:24:03 PM
I was stationed on the Yellowstone from 87-91 and had the best time. thanks for letting me remember. This site is great.
Name: Don Regan
E-mail: Snoopydr@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 6/29/00
Time: 9:57:35 PM
Served on board from 87-92 R-2 38A
Name: Temple Rice (Meyer)
E-mail: templerice@prodigy.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 6/30/00
Time: 3:59:38 PM
I was on the Yellowstone from '88 to '91. I was a BM3 in Deck Department. I have stayed in touch with a few crew members. It is nice to see that they have a site for the Yellowstone.
Name: Mike Carrigan
E-mail: cliffcarrigan@mediaone.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 7/4/00
Time: 3:59:44 PM
I was on Ad-41 from August '79 to about March '82 in the Weld Shop (26A, as I recall) I watched the Ship being built at NASCO while I was going to "C" School at 32nd Street, then got sent to Pre-Com in Norfolk. They flew us back out to California to finish the outfitting at Mare Island and take part in the commissioning. They had to land the plane in Kansas City to take all the booze (what little was left) off because we were getting somewhat out of hand. I see from the site that AD-41 has been decommissioned...does anyone know how we plank owners go about getting our "planks?" The site brought back some good memories. Thanks.
Name: Ron Clayton
E-mail: RCla966057@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 7/4/00
Time: 6:12:16 PM
Great site!! I'm also a plankowner for AD41. RM2 served four years and exited the Navy Jun 83. I'll be sure to get my name and address in your log. I've already found a few shipmates on your web page and will be contacting them soonest. Keep up the good work!
Name: Tim Cleary
E-mail: BikerTim@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 7/9/00
Time: 1:52:19 PM
Served as the Deck Yeoman 1st Div. From 1970-1972. What a GREAT SITE.. Would like to hear from anyone that served on Old FaithFull...during those years. Got tranf. in 72 to Columbus Ohio...Navy Recruiting until 73 and out.
Name: Jason T. White
E-mail: donajay@att.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 7/19/00
Time: 7:53:29 PM
EM2, e-div, '83-'85. happy to find the site. miss my old friends. not quite as young as we used to be. remember the lido inn??
Name: Phillip Dillon
E-mail:
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 7/21/00
Time: 4:16:24 PM
I am a firefighter in Salem Va an was sitting around the station talking about our military careers an i just started surfin an found my old ships web page. I'm not used to computers just yet so ive probably screwed this up to. I served on the STONE, PIGBOAT, BUILDING 41 from 83 to 86 Was first assigned to R6 DIV then moved to ENG-R DIV worked in the generel workshop an CHT shop it was nasty but it was great played a ton of softball Bob Pidgeon Tod Steele William Brandyberry Green miss them all
Name: Hilary Richards
E-mail: hghillers@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 7/24/00
Time: 2:40:26 PM
This is a good example of what can be done to preserve history by using the internet.
Name: Kristine Hughes
E-mail: first_usss_co_c@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 7/28/00
Time: 1:02:53 PM
Hello Shipmates,
I served aboard the USS Yellowstone AD41 from 1991 to 1992. I am looking for anyone who served about that time. I was a Lagger and I need to ask some question about what division that was in. So please email me. Thank You
Name: JEFF COOK ET2 USNRES
E-mail: JEFFREYKCOOK@BOEING.COM
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 7/29/00
Time: 6:41:40 PM
JUST SENDING A HOOK OUT TO THE FOLKS I SERVED WITH DURING MY TOUR ABOARD USS ACADIA AD-42(86'-88'). REMEMBER THE USS STARK EXPERIENCE. I WAS IN R-4 DIV. AND HAD A BLAST ON WEST-PAC 86'. HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON.
Name: Bill Cook
E-mail: wdcook@enteract.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 8/1/00
Time: 6:39:14 AM
I'd just like to make you aware of the home page of a sister ship to the Yellowstone. We are at
http://www.enteract.com/~wdcook/tidewater
Nice job you are doing at the Yellowstone Home Page.
--BC--
Name: Lawrence H Furman
E-mail: Lardon@AOL.Com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/2/00
Time: 7:26:06 PM
Sure would like to hear from shipmates serving during 1950 thru 1952.
Name: ralph
E-mail:r14591220@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: NavShips History Ring
Date: 8/3/00
Time: 1:59:31 PM
This is good for memories of the past and to get to hear from some great people who served on this great ship thanks to all who have put it together. I've been looking for some thing like this to try to find some of my old ship mates and this is the first thing that ive seen that could help me thanks for helping people that have served on this great ship ralph walley known on ship as walley gator,served on it in the years of 63 to 65 in the first division. R14591220@YAHOO.COM
Name: glenda dennison (former crewmate)
E-mail: radgirl865@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/5/00
Time: 5:08:05 PM
I hear the Yellowstone is over in Portsmouth now and I plan to visit her in the very near future. I probably can't get a tour but I sure would like to spend a moment with my former place of employment, transportation, and home. I feel like I grew up there in some as it was my first duty station. She was a fine ship and morale was always high.
Name: Shirley Clarke
E-mail: Shirley_Clarke@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 8/6/00
Time: 11:05:13 AM
This is great. I was just trying to find information on th U.S.S Yellowstone. My husband was on her in the early 70's. we had tried to find information before but had no luck. I think he will be suprised at what I have found. I made copys of the photos and can't wait to show him. He was in South Carolina when he was stationed on her. He has alot of memories of this Ship. Thank you so much for having this site. Shirley Clarke
Name: Glenda Reed (Dennison now)
E-mail: radgirl865@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 8/6/00
Time: 3:41:37 PM
Served from 84-88 assigned to R5 Canvas Shop. 2 Meds, 45-and-still-alive roll, crash with the Truckee. Good friends I miss: Cathy Mathis, Crystal Peace, and Cathy Lopez-Adams. Anyone wanting to say hi--just holler. Living in Va Beach now and still in the Reserve.
Name: thomas a conlon
E-mail: tec@worldpath.net
How did you find this site?: Geocities
Date: 8/7/00
Time: 4:14:15 PM
great site best years of my life 1964-68 served aboard uss lowe/falgout/towers would like to hear from any old ship mates
Name: Rod Webb
E-mail: wwwebbs@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/10/00
Time: 11:57:42 AM
Was on the 'Stone from Mar 82 to Mar 86 in Weapons, left as a TM2. I survied the 45, just missed the Truckee. Looking for any old shipmates, fellow "Stone Gray" softball teammates, or anyone else that wants to drop me a line.
Name: gaylon white
E-mail: whitebiga@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/11/00
Time: 11:32:40 AM
I was pleased to see this site .I made one med cruise with her.I really enjoyed being a signalman while serving on her.We also went to New York and atrip to Bermuda.Thank you for a few mins. of seeing her again.I would like to see afew more pictures.-------gaylon white
Name: Maricela Plemmons
E-mail: Marsvp@go.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/16/00
Time: 9:18:14 PM
Name: Kenny Marek
E-mail: kenny463@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/22/00
Time: 4:47:40 PM
Was stationed aboart the USS Acadia AD-42 from 1982-85. Loved those WESTPAC's. Would REALLY enjoy getting in touch with some of the crew...especially from the RS Division, OM/IM Dept.
Name: KENT PONTHIER MM3 1972-74
E-mail: KPONHUNT@AOL.COM
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/24/00
Time: 3:28:13 PM
SERVED ON OLD FAITHFULL FROM 1972 UNTIL THE DECOM IN 1974. STAYED ON UNTIL THE END.WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY OF THE GUYS THAT WERE IN THE VALVE SHOP AT THAT TIME. OUR BOSS WAS EN1 MACDONALD AND MM2 JAY PAXTON
Name: tim ellifritt
E-mail: timtheelf@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 8/31/00
Time: 12:57:25 AM
i was stationed on the yellowstone from 87to90.i worked in 17a sheetmetal shop.
Name: Julie Opperman SM2
E-mail: jaedwards579@cs,com
How did you find this site?: NavShips History Ring
Date: 8/31/00
Time: 10:30:23 AM
I was transferred to the Yellowstone from the USNS Joshua Humphries, big shock, no more ordering off of a menu! However, some of my fondest memories were during that tour.Especially Med Cruise '88. How 'bout those Heineken working parties? Trip or what! I loved the Navy and all the great people I had the opportunity to meet.Truely an Adventure!
Name: Leroy Robbins HTC USN RET.
E-mail: robby@ev1.net
How did you find this site?: NavRing
Date: 9/3/00
Time: 7:07:03 PM
You are to be congradulated for a fine web site.I came aboard the stone in 1971 and was transferred in 1972. I was assigned to the NDT lab and then to HT SHOP (11A). I met some swell people while on board. One of the things that sticks out in my mind was that the Captain at that time would have a HISSY FIT if he caught you leaning on the life rail.If any of you remember me, e mail me and I will answer. God be with you all, in all of your endeavors.
Name: Paul D. Miller
E-mail: pdmdart1@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 9/17/00
Time: 4:38:57 PM
I was stationed aboard from October 1963 to October 1964. I have a lot of fond memories in association with former shipmates.
Name: Dan Williamson
E-mail: farmhouse57@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 9/22/00
Time: 7:11:40 AM
I too survived the 45. If I remember right, the Captain wasn't so lucky. Admirals mast for him. I was in 38A from Nov '82 until May '85. Like to hear from anyone that I knew or that knew me. I miss those days. I worked on at least 40 ships in that time. The USS Iowa being one of them.
Name: Jeffrey B. Mumma
E-mail: randjmumma@msn.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 9/25/00
Time: 6:45:17 PM
ET-3 on the precom crew 79-82. I was in San Deigo while the Yellowstone was still being built. I can't remember now why I wanted off that ship and out of the Navy soooo bad. I have lots of great memories and a few friends that i will never forget.
Name: Smith, Shawn
E-mail: copilot24@home.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/9/00
Time: 1:16:58 PM
I was stationed on the Yellowstone just after boot in '93. to de-com, I made mm3 and promptly left the Navy only to enlist in the Army 6 months later. I have been trying to find old friends for a long time now and this site helped.
Name: Arthur Steele
E-mail: artdugan@earthlink.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 10/16/00
Time: 11:24:03 AM
Served on the AD27 from June 1950 to July 1952 in 3rd Div. and in O Div - ET1. Never forget those two Med cruises! So, I did another Med cruise in 97 on RCCL Cruise lines - nicer mess decks :) I have a pic ( .jpg) of the Yellowstone off Cannes, France in 1950 if anyone is interested.
Name: Isiah Quillian
E-mail: iceike@africamail.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 10/18/00
Time: 11:12:51 AM
I found the site through Google. I submitted my information once before but it was not added, Please add me this time. i think the page is great.
Name: Isiah "Q-tip" Quillian
E-mail: iceike@africamail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/18/00
Time: 5:16:39 PM
I forgot to holla at all my shipmates that remember the talent shows. What up Jack Move, RPM, RIP-J.Smoove.
Name: KENT PONTHIER MM3 1972/74
E-mail: KPONHUNT@AOL.COM
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/19/00
Time: 8:22:05 AM
THIS WEBSITE IS GREAT! I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM THE GUYS IN THE VALVE REPAIR SHOP THAT SERVED FROM 72-74, BILL MCKEE, BILL SHIRLEY. JAY PAXTON, EN1 MCDONALD, WALLY MENTUIS, HAS ANYONE OUT THERE HEARD FROM THESE GUYS?
Name: Jim Jarrett
E-mail: jndjarrett@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/19/00
Time: 8:57:09 PM
I served in the QA division from 86-89. What a blast! Great site!
Name: Ann Marie (Byrnes) Ponder LaDue
E-mail: FamleeRoots@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/21/00
Time: 6:40:33 PM
Correction to your page about the USS Shenandoah (AD-44) commissioning date. She was commissioned 15 August 1983 at NASCO, San Diego, CA. I know, I was there and I have a photo of her on that day. There was a group of us in the photo when the flag was raised. The ceremony was when we arrived to our homeport in Norfolk and the Commissioning Ceremony was at the Pavilion in Virginia Beach, VA, 17 Dec 1983. I still have the wine bottles from the ceremony.
Thanks for correcting it. Hey fellow Plankowners of the USS Shenandoah (AD-44). I am going to put photos and other items of interest on my web page about the ships I served on, both now decommed. Visit: http://members.aol.com/Digup4me/moms.html Keep checking back to see if it's posted. Thanks.
Name: Debbie Van Dyke
E-mail: deb2g3b@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 10/23/00
Time: 9:52:18 PM
Why did the ad 41 get decommissioned so soon?
Name: John Erpelding
E-mail: Jacerp@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 10/24/00
Time: 7:41:06 PM
I have been looking for a Yellowstone site for a number of years now. I sure am glad that someone decided to start a home page for all of us who "LIVED ON A BIG YELLOWSTONE" and remember her as home, and the best of the best......THANKS
Name: Jerry Harvell
E-mail: NEED3ONPNT@NETZERO.NET
How did you find this site?: NavShips History Ring
Date: 10/26/00
Time: 4:34:07 PM
On the BO-BO from July 92 to Aug 93 and back from Feb. to July 94. GSMC of shop 31T. saw the ship in Charleston doing its last sra on a ship down there, I have retired now and work for AMSEC LLC of NN/HAMPTON, used to lift weights with now ICCS AW/SW Embry whose in J-Ville, miss the people on AD-41 would like to hear from you all.
Name: Mrs. Daniel Braden Gallagher
E-mail: mickeydgallagher@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 10/28/00
Time: 1:55:21 PM
I think this is cool! Hopefully others will be able to reconnect with old shipmates. My husband was with the Stone AD-41 from 1986-1988. He was in the BT shop. So if anyone from that time remembers Kid-45 give us an e-mail.
Name: MM1(SS) Richard A. TAylor
E-mail: starfish92@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 10/28/00
Time: 4:07:23 PM
RCSS in R-6 Division in '84 and '85. Rode the bluenose run in Teamwork '84 and took the big roll off the VA Capes. Good tour of duty. LCDR Reilly was the best division officer I ever had at any duty station.
Name: Lou Luciani
E-mail: caltek@snet.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 10/31/00
Time: 3:26:42 PM
Served on the AD27 in the light machine shop from 1959 to 1961. Newport, Boston, Med Cruise, Norfolk, England / Scotland Cruise, "Gitmo" and finally Mayport were good times. This site is great.
Name: Bob Burns MM-3 (M-Div)
E-mail: sparks@clover.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/1/00
Time: 5:14:03 PM
Served aboard AD-27 form 57-61 Looking for any old timers that was aboard at this time, Med cruise in (58) Lucky me I was put into T-Div. Remmmber Dave Hunt, Ernie Hoefer Larry Blosser-(chief mees cook)Cross, Combs. Drop me a e-mail. (Great web site, keep up the good work.)
Name: Mike Dempsey
E-mail: mule77@mediaone.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/3/00
Time: 7:34:38 PM
hey fellow squids whats up? I was a cook onboard from 83 - 84 if anyone remembers me drop me an email
Name: Dina Mascaro
E-mail: sma1970@ibm.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/5/00
Time: 12:48:33 PM
I served onboard from 1993-decom. I was in R-2 division; started out in the Pump Shop and ended in the Locksmith & Engraving Shop. Would love to hear from anyone who knew me then. (Especially looking for Cecelia Baksh.) Hi to Steve Oakley, Shane Anderson, Pete Ficco, and Mike Branco! Wish I had kept in touch with everyone better.
Name: Charlie Ellison
E-mail: charlie@communicomm.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/6/00
Time: 4:37:07 PM
Served from 1980-82. Came onboard at Mare Island and rode her back to Norfolk. Was a plankowner and got out in July 1982 as an RM2. Have alot of great memories and made alot of great friends. If anyone knows me drop me a line. Great job on the website.
Name: Adrian (scarface) Johnoson HT3
E-mail: scarfacead41@yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/9/00
Time: 4:46:30 PM
I WAS ON THE STONE 91-95. I LEFT RIGHT BEFORE IT DECOMMED. I USE TO WORK IN THE GEN WORK SHOP AND 11A. PEACE TO ALL MY OLD CREW MEMBERS. I STILL TALK TO A FEW PEOPLE, LIKE BOYD HTFN, SPEARS RMSN, JAMES HT3, JACKSON PC3, BROWN EN3, AND A COUPLE MORE I'M TRING TO GET IN TOUCH WITH. THE LOVE IS STILL THERE. DO YOU REMEMBER CURT BROWN, SNOOP, PRIME TIME, THE SQUARED CIRCLE WHERE IT WENT DOWN, OPS BERTHING, JACK NASTY, CASH, HODGES, ALL THE DIKES (NOT TO AFFEND NO ONE), WHEN I GOT CAUGHT GETTING MY GROVE ON AND WENT TO MASS. THOSE WAS THE GOOD OLD DAYS. Q-TIP HAD THE TALEN SHOW ON FIRE WITH ROB ON THE BEAT BOX. I CAN GO ON AND ON. I KNOW I LEFT OUT A LOT OF NAMES. I'LL BE ON THE RAMAGE IN NORFOLK FOR A WHILE AS A NC. STARTING FEB 2001. LOOK A BROTHR UP.
Name: Sherry Ellis
E-mail: sellis8079@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 11/10/00
Time: 8:12:12 PM
Web site is great!...I was just reminiscing and put in USS Yellowstone into keyword...and bang..here I am...If anyone was stationed aboard the yellowstone when I was aboard..and you recognize my name...please feel free to email me..I would love to hear from you!...Thanks...Would also like to know if any one knows of any way I might be able to get a Yellowstone ship's cap...I seem to have lost mine...thanks...
Name: Sherry Ellis
E-mail: sellis8079@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 11/10/00
Time: 8:35:29 PM
I guess it would help if I put the years that I served on her in the comments..huh?...1984-1986...I was then HN Ellis...Best damn medical dept in the fleet thanks to our fearless LPO..HM1 Bob Johnson.....I also remember the "45"...feel free to contact me if you recognize the name and time frame..No longer in the Navy..still living in NORFOLK....fair winds and following seas...
Name: Mike Heideman
E-mail: julied@camasnet.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/11/00
Time: 11:15:56 PM
Hoping this site I stumbled onto will get me in touch with some really great friends I had the oppurtunity to know while serving from 1986-90.
Name: Kathryn L. Berger
E-mail: wilkasundn@fast.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/11/00
Time: 11:50:33 PM
This is a wonderful site and a salute to the many servicemen and women of the U.S.S. YELLOWSTONE. I appreciate the opportunity to have contact with anyone remembering WILLIAM H. BERGER MR-2 AD-27 1958-1961 time frame. William passed away Dec 17, 1995 with MESOTHELIOMA (Abestos Cancer). If anyone has this very nasty disease please contact me. Thank You so very much. Kathryn L. Berger (widow) wilkasundn@fast.net
Name: Robert C. Soto
E-mail: gasguy75@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 11/13/00
Time: 2:54:31 PM
I was a crewmember on the USS Carl Vinson from 11/93 to 7/97. I was an ABF3 in V-4 div, and was the Air Dept. Calibration technician working for AIMD's cal lab. Any former members from the "Chucky V" know of any alumnai sites?? I would love to know!!
Name: connie bancroft (miller)
E-mail: conjack@ptd.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/17/00
Time: 3:35:05 PM
Hey shipmates from 82-86! I found Pete Marquardt and Rod Webb and plan to email them. I am looking for Ann Johnson and others who we hung out with. Remember the Med! I know the locations of Darrin Knowles, Dean Garr and Debbie Garr (now divorced tho). This site brings back great memories! I even looked at our cruise book the other day! Please email me and let's keep in touch until we have a reunion.
Name: Ed Puskas
E-mail: eddiepuskas@msn.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/18/00
Time: 4:36:08 PM
Someone sent this site to me. I am hoping to find some old friends. Thank's for providing this avenue!
Name: christopher sherron
E-mail: christopher6738024yahoo.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 11/26/00
Time: 11:45:39 PM
hello looking for opticalman friends 85-89 i was at new london nssf looking for A&C school contacts in this time frame we may no somebody mutual or each other please send me and e-mail at christopher6738024@yahoo.com
Name: Jack M.
E-mail: jemcglothern@Qwest.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 11/27/00
Time: 3:43:08 PM
I have been able to contact a few people for my time, nice site.I served from the period from 1962-1968. I was in VA-52 Spads as a AE3 and cruised on the Ticonderoga from 1963-1966.
Name: Bill Jordan
E-mail: billjor@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/1/00
Time: 2:30:21 PM
hello Yellostone salty dogs!!
Name: David Hughes
E-mail: bearsden@capital.net
How did you find this site?: Internet Link Exchange
Date: 12/1/00
Time: 9:49:46 PM
Was supposed to be a plank owner but ended up waiting for the stone to come around and through the canal. Enjoyed traveling with the stone and the fun with some of her crew.
Name: Joe E. Miller Sr.
E-mail: IRONJEM@AOL.COM
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/2/00
Time: 8:32:17 PM
I served on destroyers in the late 50's and my son was on the Yellowstone AD 41 in the late 80's. I enjoyed this site very much and will pass this on to my son.
Name: William (Scott) Turpin
E-mail: dluyben@btigate.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 12/17/00
Time: 11:02:09 PM
Looking for some pictures on the Yellowstone & I suddenly ran into this Web Page! I was on the Yellowstone AD-41 From Dec. 88-June 91. I started out in Deck Division as a Boatswain Mate and was an undesignated Seaman Recruit at the time. Later to work as a Store Keeper in Supply and I later became an Illustrator Draftsman in Repair Division R-5. Great page! I've already found a great buddy's name on here. I never anticipated that I or the rest of us would end up in Saudi Arabia for 8 months and being in the war. It was a great experience being on the ship and so many things happened in 3 years. Look forward to hearing from old friends.
Name: Scott Johnson " Hotrod"
E-mail: res066dm@gte.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/21/00
Time: 7:13:50 PM
Served onboard 89/92, A-Gang AC&R.
Name: Robert (Tony) Cowart BM1
E-mail: rcowartsr@netscape.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 12/23/00
Time: 9:03:15 PM
Aboard the AD-27 from fall 1964- fall 1966. Spent time in all 3 deck divisions. Only left Mayport once to relieve another AD in Norfolk for a few weeks. One of only three ships that did not go to sea during hurricane. Anyone from that time period feel free to email me. Please visit "THE FINEST TINCAN WEBSITE ON THE NET" at www.dd-692.com
Name: btc garland aleshire
E-mail: garlandaleshire7@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 12/23/00
Time: 11:43:11 PM
hey to all i served with. hope alls well. give me a call, would like to hear from you
Name: Richard Alexander
E-mail: pooua@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 1/4/01
Time: 7:50:19 PM
I found this site when I did a Google search for my old ship, the "USS Yellowstone, AD-41," to show to a friend of mine who was bragging about Great Lakes shipping. I reported aboard the Yellowstone on Christmas Day, 1984, and was transferred to Portsmith Hospital on Christmas Day, 1986 (I cut some tendons while doing engine room maintenance, and my tendons had become infected before the doctors noticed that my tendons were cut).
I'm easy to remember. I'm the guy who hated Rock Music.
Name: paul bowen 1956/1959 sku
E-mail: bowp@worldnet.att.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/6/01
Time: 5:56:36 PM
uss yellowstone ad27 reunion 1/10/2002thru 1/13/2002 contact me for reunon infomation 1 352 854 1387
Name: Victor A. Sparano
E-mail: Daddyo32863
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 1/8/01
Time: 8:45:23 PM
this web site is agreat idea ,i hope i can find some old friends. thanks for creating this.
Name: Jeff Lee
E-mail: JTLEE073@hotmail.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 1/9/01
Time: 11:44:40 AM
I'm just looking for any old Deck Apes or shipmates out there who remember me. I was stationed on AD41 from '94 - '96. I have some fond memories of my time on the ship, even on restriction, and I hope to come in contact with some old friends. I know that people that used to be in deck dept probably don't have computers yet, but if you do, and know how to use it, look me up.(Just Like Booda Blam)Peace.
Name: Gregory P. Urban
E-mail: Gurban@hutchtel.net
How did you find this site?: Just Surfed On In
Date: 1/10/01
Time: 8:26:21 AM
Great looking website. Enjoyed the Pictures. Would enjoy hearing from some of my old shipmates.
Name: Dennis N Lino, SK2
E-mail: ddinan@lonestaroh.com
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 1/11/01
Time: 10:47:44 AM
Served on the Yellowstone from early 1962 through October 1962. Prior to that was on the USS William R Rush. Would enjoy hearing from any old shipmates. I can be reached through e-mail or at 330-928-4840. - Dennis
Name: HT2 Jack semerod
E-mail: semerodjr@aol.com
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Date: 1/24/01
Time: 12:55:50 PM
I was on from 79 to 83 , had so good times and good friends , if your out there I would like to here from you . I was in alot of shops , BT , BR,weld shop,and then the last 2 yrs I was in the pipe shop. " If they retired the ship where my peace of the ship?"............
Name: Jackie Semerod
E-mail: semerodjr@aol.com
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Date: 1/24/01
Time: 1:10:10 PM
When do we get out plank???????????/
Name: P.W Hurst SM3
E-mail: hurstcap@bellsouth.net
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Date: 1/31/01
Time: 9:37:32 AM
when I came on in 62'the world was watching tv to see if we were going to war over the Cuban crisis.Mayport was flooded with jar-heads.The next summer we got to go to the Med,first time ole Yeller had gotten underway in so long we had to follow someone to know how to get out of the channel.i went ahead and made SMC but thought agter 10 I would go ahead and go to the house instead of staying around for another 10
Name: Gerry Roche
E-mail: rochesam@earthlink.net
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Date: 2/13/01
Time: 8:27:34 PM
Does anyone have a copy of '94 med-cruise book for sale ??? ...know where I could find one?
Name: Jay
E-mail: jjrgrubbs@hotmail.com
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Date: 2/16/01
Time: 8:36:55 AM
I served on the Yellowstone 87'-89' before moving on to SBU in Little creek VA. I was an Engineman 3rd class in ICU dept. I served two Med. cruises during the time I was there.. I must say I will never forget those greatest times of my life.
Name: Tammie K Smith(Mullins)
E-mail: tamerra2001@aol.com
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Date: 2/16/01
Time: 10:46:26 AM
Hello" I'v been trying to Find my father and I remberd my mother talking about the yellowstone when i was little . she said that my father was on the yellowstone. In 1968 I was born and he reinlisted for four more years. Even if i dont find him the yellowstone gives me info on the ship that he served.seeing the pictures of the ship realy is awsome. Thankyou for giveing me this much of my father. Tammie.
Name: marijane threlkeld
E-mail: mjrnped@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 2/19/01
Time: 1:12:24 PM
Brings back some memories.
Name: Lee Schwan
E-mail: leeschwan@att.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 2/19/01
Time: 2:43:13 PM
Served on the U S S Everglades AD-24 from September 1958 to August 1960. Started in B Div transferred to S-3 Div. It appears no more AD's in the Navy but a lot of good memories. Forgot the bad ones, almost, except of that working party that had to carry fire bricks on board and down, down, down to the bottom of the ship and at 6'3" cracked my head more than once as I kept forgetting to duck.
Name: Mike Burnett
E-mail: mburnett@raex.com
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Date: 2/23/01
Time: 6:49:50 PM
Just surfed on it. Date 2/23/01 8:00 PM Served on USS Yellowstone AD27 1948-50 in "O" Division - Just communicated with Paul Cutler. Great site, was transferred to MSTS Brooklyn 1950 Had a great time on the STONE
Name: John Santanen
E-mail: j.santanen@pe.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 2/23/01
Time: 9:00:49 PM
I was looking for guys that served aboard from 53 to 59 looking forward to the reunion in 2002. I also workedon the AD-41 in San Diego, was part of the crew that inspected the lead shielding for the reactor area, as a civ. prior to the ship being completed, this was back in the 70's
Name: Werner Carrera
E-mail: WernerCarrera1@yahoo.com
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Date: 2/25/01
Time: 8:49:45 AM
Hey, I was a Fireman on the Yellowstone, from Dec 1990 to Sep 1993, still remember all by buddies on it, I worked in the Hydraulic Shop (31F), R-2 Division. I remeber my closest friends the most, Dont miss the Navy, but miss the sea sometimes. Fell free to e-mail me.
Name: CECIL FREEMAN
E-mail: cfreeman43@aol.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 2/27/01
Time: 10:16:55 AM
I was on the Yellowstone 1962 to 1964 I made the Med Cruise was a signalman I would like to contact any one that was in OPS DIV during this time . CECIL FREEMAN PO BOX 928 BYNUM,AL 36253 PHONE 256 831 6426 cfreeman43@aol.com
Name: John T. Forton
E-mail: moparplus@aol.com
How did you find this site?: NavShips History Ring
Date: 3/2/01
Time: 4:05:42 AM
Reported on board Pre-Com as an SHSA, Bonged off in January 1984 as SH2. Worked mostly in the Laundry and Dry Cleaning shop. Met my wife onboard, she was one of the first groups of women onboard Yellowstone. Been married to her for 17 years now, (Teresa Payne) Retired from the Navy in July 1999, and loving everyday of it. Many good memories of the ship, from all the cars on deck coming from Mare Island to Norfolk, to Scappa Flow and many many others. Would like to hear from other supply types onboard during the same time frame.
Name: John T. Forton
E-mail: moparplus@aol.com
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Date: 3/2/01
Time: 4:07:37 AM
Pre-com to 1984. S-3 Division. I also wonder where is my plank
Name: John T. Forton
E-mail: moparplus@aol.com
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Date: 3/2/01
Time: 8:01:31 AM
Great Site. BZ!!!! Pre-Comm in 1979 as a SHSA left in Jan 1984 as a SH2. Great memories, met my wife of 17 years onboard (Teresa Payne, SHSN) Would like to make contact with fellow crewmembers of that time frame. Will submit some pics of the ship I had taken from NASSCO to La Harve France
Name: Dave Richardson
E-mail: frdstx@aol.com
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Date: 3/3/01
Time: 8:45:46 PM
I just found this site and think it's great! I know where three other folks are but I'll get their permission to enter their names. I have some of the pictures from cruises and wouldn't mind sharing them. The reason I know the location of two the guys is because we are all from the same hometown. Feel free to contact me anytime.
dave
Name: gil blanchette
E-mail: grover.blanchette@snet.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/7/01
Time: 5:04:25 AM
I would like to find and hear from charlie nyman SH4. If anyone has any info on him or how I can contact him please let me know. Also I would like very much to hear from anyone that served with me from '57 to '69. thanks shipmates. I look forward to seeing many of you at our reunion in January 2002.
Name: gilbert p. blanchette
E-mail: grover.blanchette@snet.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/7/01
Time: 5:51:38 AM
I would like to hear from any shipmates that served with me. shipservice and storekeepers or anyone that may remember me. I am seeking information on charlie nyman SHL3. If anyone has knowledge of his whereabouts, please contact me or ask him to contact me.
Name: Marvin F. Almand
E-mail: MALMAND@peoplepc.com
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/8/01
Time: 3:02:28 PM
Was giving information for classmates.com registration and I mentioned that I had served aboard the Yellowstone. I received an email from Paul Bowen, who asked if I would like information about a reunion in Jan. 02. I responded and he sent me the information. I am looking forward to attending.
I then decided to see what I could find on the web and here I am.
Name: Jim Gallagher
E-mail:
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Date: 3/8/01
Time: 6:51:09 PM
Name: Jim Gallagher
E-mail: gallagherjim@yahoo.com
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Date: 3/8/01
Time: 6:53:53 PM
Name: Leon G. Middleton
E-mail: leem33@wirefire.com
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Date: 3/12/01
Time: 7:56:37 AM
Great site! I shall return !!
Name: Kimberly Jones
E-mail: brrng5@aol.com
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Date: 3/14/01
Time: 6:57:27 PM
I'am trying to contact Kevin Christopher Savage from Baltimore,Maryland. It is imperative that I locate you. Anyone who may know Kevin from the USS Yellowstone AD-41 please contact me. The last time I spoke with him he was an ICman. Thank you!!
Name: Kimberly Jones
E-mail: brrng5@aol.com
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Date: 3/14/01
Time: 7:35:01 PM
I'am looking for Kevin C. Savage he was stationed on the Yellowstone from 1991-1996.It is imperative that I reach him. Please contact me if you have any information. Kevin is from Baltimore,Maryland. Thank you in advance.
Name: MIKE DOONER
E-mail: MIKE-JODOONER@PRODIGY.NET
How did you find this site?: Yahoo!
Date: 3/17/01
Time: 9:57:43 AM
SERVED ON OLD YELLY 69-72 R1 DIV. LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO WORKED IN THE METAL SHOPS.THANKS FOR A GREAT WEB PAGE.
Name: Dave Richardson
E-mail: frdstx@aol.com
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Date: 3/17/01
Time: 8:48:37 PM
Name: Dave Richardson
E-mail: frdstx@aol.com
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Date: 3/17/01
Time: 9:50:47 PM
I did some research and found that AD-41 has moved from Inact ships Portsmouth to James River mothball fleet. It has been stricken from the record and is maintenance X, which means no maintenance or preservation. The website is
www.nvr.navy.mil/nvrships/s_type.htm
Name: Kimberly L. Anderson
E-mail: kla2131@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 3/17/01
Time: 11:49:18 PM
I served on the 'STONE from 1987-1990. I was an EM2 & worked in R-3 DIV, in shop 51-B & 51-A. I went on 2 MED cruises & would love to hear from old friends. I am wanting to get a hold of Verline Andrews & "Bud" Buddenberg. Thanks for thr great site!!
Name: Dean Smith
E-mail: dsmith77@stratos.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/18/01
Time: 12:23:30 AM
Do you want some collision photos?
Name: Bikk Miller BRCM Ret,
E-mail:
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Date: 3/19/01
Time: 8:14:43 PM
Name: Bikk Miller BRCM Ret, 1970
E-mail: seaweed@sprynet.com
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Date: 3/19/01
Time: 8:18:07 PM
Retired off of Yellowstone AD27 July 1 1970 .In charge of the boiler shop. Went to the Med.in 69 I think.
Name: melody (jones)tillier
E-mail: girlgettinbuff@yahoo.com
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Date: 3/21/01
Time: 11:19:00 AM
looking back, the yellowstone days were some of the best, most memoriable days of my life. i made a lot of friends and i miss them. this is a great way to help long lost friends find each other!!i served as a dc3 from 92-94. how about new jersey? med cruise 93-94? ft lauderdale? all those dc drills!! i really miss all my dc family. please get in touch!! i miss you especially-joy mcbride,angela,betty,chancey,toy,little red, hicade,gretchen,and dc3 gomez(find me!!!)to dc1 ladina scott you were my insiration i'm sure you went far. please if anyone knows where my fellow dcs are or any of these people are let me know!! or and one who served during this time-write me!i have lots of photos from this time frame!!!
Name: TOM TOLLAN ETR2 R-4 62-66
E-mail: lastcall1@alltel.net
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Date: 3/22/01
Time: 1:11:06 PM
Great site,don't see too many guys from my era.Did the med in 64,came back for hurricane Dora,ship yards in Jax,gitmo and more.The weather in Mayport was great.Just like the liberty over in Jax's beach. The navy,ET school & over 3 years on the yellowstone was the springboard to the rest of my life. I was happy as a rat to get out but so glad & thankful that I had been in.
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E-mail:
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Date: 3/27/01
Time: 8:05:29 PM
Name: Chris Hard
E-mail: Shard1478@aol.com
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Date: 3/29/01
Time: 12:00:18 AM
Hi all, Its great to find a site for my old ship. I was onboard from 85 to 90 in 31a machine shop most of the time. Spent the last year in the pump shop, enjoyed that the most. If there are any old shipmates out there that remember me, drop me a line I would love to here from you.
Name: Stan Ellison
E-mail: stancon531@inetone.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 3/29/01
Time: 5:23:44 PM
Was part of the pre-com unit....I was sent to the ship as an RM2 but changed rate to MA2 and transferred off...I was assigned to X-Div...my brother Charlie was also assigned with me during this time...I was asleep when we collided with the Robert K. Owens while attempting to refuel....what alot of good times and memories
Name: George Demand
E-mail: magooge@aol.com
How did you find this site?: AOL
Date: 3/29/01
Time: 7:07:34 PM
I was on board from April "92" until January "93". I worked up in the foundry for Chief Brewer and HT1 Wade. I would just like to say hello to all of the guys up in '81-A". The cruise was fun. I am still in the navy but no longer a Molder. I am now an "AS"stationed at AIMD Oceana Virginia. I just want to say that I am still a "MMOMM". (Master Manipulator Of Molten Metals)
Name: Jim Gallagher
E-mail: gallagherjim@yahoo.com
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Date: 4/3/01
Time: 1:36:27 PM
This is my 4th or 5th attempt to get a message through. Hopefully it will register this time. I was assigned to the Yellowstone in 1946 on her maiden voyage. We sailed from Seattle to San Diego and return. Following that we sailed to Newport, anchoring in Narraganset Bay and began serving ships from the Atlantic fleet. Later to the Med. Our main objective there was to rebuild relationship with Italy and the North Africa countries. I would like to hear from anyone serving aboard her in "46 & "47. Especially anyone in the Comm. Divn. I was a SM3.
Name: scott anderson
E-mail: scottanderson66@hotmail.com
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Date: 4/3/01
Time: 1:55:31 PM
sure would like to find some pics of all the cruises i went on. from 4-87 till 8-89. let me know if anyone can assist me.
Name: scott anderson
E-mail: scottanderson66@hotmail.com
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Date: 4/3/01
Time: 1:55:49 PM
sure would like to find some pics of all the cruises i went on. from 4-87 till 8-89. let me know if anyone can assist me.
Name: Charlotte
E-mail: sk8cha77@aol.com
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Date: 4/6/01
Time: 9:07:40 AM
Hello, I am wondering if anyone here has ever worked at Yellowstone, I'm going out there June 2, I'm really excited but also nervous because I've never been away from home before. I'm sure it will be a great expereince though. Do you think I can get by without a car? Does anyone know what the dorms are like at Yellowstone Lake area? THats where I am stationed. Well if anyone can offer me information, please do! tHanks
Name: t.j. bowen
E-mail: bowen@nsc.navy.mil
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Date: 4/11/01
Time: 8:27:59 AM
Whast up people how have you been if any one remebers me from first div hit me up.
Name: Michele
E-mail: miclynhal@yahoo.com
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Date: 4/16/01
Time: 11:13:23 PM
I was on the Yellowstone one time with a dear friend. He took me all around and showed me all that he could "without having to shoot me.":) It was great fun and I have often re-told the story to my students on or near Veteren's Day; as well as look at the picture of me sitting in captain's chair with this funny little hat on. I don't think I was supposed to sit there, but I was young and foolish! (He talked me into it, and he had a way of doing that.)
I know that I would have fallen many times down the steep stairs and would have not rested a night in the bunks, which were only described to me--one of those off limit places. It was after my brief 30 minute tour, I appreciated even more what my friend went through and what many men and women do daily to preserve what we have in our country. I know that I could never do what many of you did and are doing daily.
Thank you to all who served and are serving my country. One little email cannot express the gratitude I have for you.
God Bless.
Name: Oliver Prudencio
E-mail: oprudenc@co.la.ca.us
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 4/18/01
Time: 11:38:16 AM
I found out about this site from another swabbie I work with. It is so great to find out about this site as I have lost contact with most of the people I knew specially with the decommissioning of Yellowstone.
Name: Oliver Prudencio
E-mail: oprudenc@co.la.ca.us
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 4/18/01
Time: 11:38:27 AM
I found out about this site from another swabbie I work with. It is so great to find out about this site as I have lost contact with most of the people I knew specially with the decommissioning of Yellowstone.
Name: SK1(SW/AW)DONNY COOKS
E-mail: DLCOOKS7464@AOL.COM
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Date: 4/21/01
Time: 3:57:07 PM
IVE TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO GET THIS MESSAGE THROUGH. HOPE I GET IT THIS TIME. I SERVED ON THE "STONE" FROM 89 TO 93. S-1 DIVISION. IVE ALREADY GOT INTOUCH WITH A FEW OF MY SUPPLY TYPES ON THIS WEBSITE. I CAN HONESTLY SAY, THE "STONE" CONVINCED ME TO STAY AND PURSUE A CAREER IN THE NAVY. I GOT IN MY SHARE OF TROUBLE ON THE MEDS OF DESERT STORM AND AFTERWARDS IN EARLE, NEW JERSEY. IM COMING UP ON MY 12TH YR IN THE NAVY NOW AND HOPEFULLY WILL BE PUTTING ON SOME CHIEF ANCHORS SOON. GREAT WEBSITE. HOPE TO HEAR FROM MORE STONE SHIPMATES IN THE FUTURE.
Name: Sarah Mae Randall - Van Loon
E-mail: jvanloon@mediaone.net
How did you find this site?: Other
Date: 4/21/01
Time: 9:08:14 PM
Hello Anyone out there who would even care to contact their old shipmates? I remember Steve Graham and Sean Garner. I would like to trade pictures of the kids.
Name: Sarah Randall DC type
E-mail: jvanloon@mediaone.net
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Date: 4/22/01
Time: 11:24:20 AM
Hello, I just surfed in on Goo
