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Thank you for visiting the USS Saratoga Museum Foundation web site. We are very interested in hearing what you have to say about this project, and this guestbook allows you to share your thoughts with others who visit this web site. We encourage you to add to this guestbook and tell all of us what's on your mind! NOTE: Blatant advertising will not be tolerated. Guestbook entries that pitch commercial products will be summarily deleted. Guestbook entries for 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 have been archived. The 1999 Archive can be found here, while the 2000 Archive can be found here. The 2001 archive can be found here. The 2002 archive can be found here. The 2003 archive can be found here. The 2004 archive can be found here. The 2005 archive can be found here. The 2006 archive can be found here. If you are looking for a particular name or shipmate, try the search tool on the left side of the screen. You can narrow your search to just this guestbook and the guestbook archives, or you can search the entire Saratoga site. Once you've located a particular page, use your web browser's built-in "Find" capability to sift through the entire page to find the exact word or phrase. One other resource that can be very helpful in finding old shipmates is the USS Saratoga Association, which currently has over 3000 members. Their website is www.uss-saratoga.com.
My uncle Eddy W. Parrish served abord The Saratoga. I am making a History Of The Saratoga and would like to use information and images not at the NARA from your site. Regards Mike Simmons
Mike Simmons tnwolf1762@msn.com does anyone remember James S. Smith...my brother. MAR DET on the Saratoga 1975? He was from Central NY. Tully, NY
Pat pattyhazz@aol.com I served on the Saratoga from 1966 to 1969 in G Division, I was the ships ammo clerk. Would be interested in hearing from anyone serving at the same time. Would like to visit the ship again
Ken Zeeb k_zebra2005@yahoo.com Hey poppa pete, hope that everything is going well with the sara. I wound like to here from you. I check the web-site every three or four days to see if old friends check in. best wishs to all of sara crew memebers. Blake 57 to 63 on the sara.
Bryant Blakeley navybilt57@yahoo.com Very interesting. I wish you would add some patches and other souviners for the CV-3 Saratoga. Thanks for your work and effort.
Garnett Gregory gregorygr601@hotmail.com To All Plank Owners and to those to served on the "Super Sara" - Today marks the 52nd Anniversary when Sara was commissioned and brought to life by the pre-commissioning crews from Brooklym NY and those who were training in Newport RI. It is a day I will always remember and cherish. We had a great crew and a top notch skipper Captain Robert Red Stroh. I will always remember the good as well as the bad times we sometimes encountered. Losing the anchor, Flooding Hangar Bay with Foam, Our North Atlantic Trip, Our first shakedown at Gitmo, riding the anchor. Our first visit to Mayport the welcome sign that read "Welcome to Mayport". Tying up at the finger piers. Painting our Mascot Green, The good times at the local pubs at Jax Beach. a little more classier that local pubs on Flushing Ave. Our first visit to Norfolk anchoring next to the CVA-59. Our First Med Cruise. The quick underway from Cannes France because of the situation in Beruit. Although I was transferred to the Staff of Com6thFleet shorting after we arrived, the Flagship Salem and Des Moines, we operated with SARA so I was able to keep in touch with my friends. I did not return to State until 1963. Had shore duty at 90 Church St., NYC, then headed West to put Chicago CG-11 in commission. Taught SK school at San Diego and then transferred to USS Eldorado AGC-11, made Viet cruises and then got orders for pre-com of John F. Kennedy. Put her in commission and during our first Med Cruise I put my papers in for retirement. I retired on Dec 24 1969 - what a Christmas Present. I worked for Stone and Webster Engr Corp for 25 years, retired in '95, and now secretary treasurer of 14 team league in Boston area, called the Eastern Junior Hockey League. I am also Public Address announcer for Boston Univ Hockey Team. Oh I did return to Mayort for SARA's decommissioning and did see many of the Plank Owners who were in attendance. Although I did not see the Big Cypress Tree and the sign that read "Welcome to Mayport." Anyone who may remember me please contact me at my E-Mail. Again Happy Birthday to Super SARA CVA/CV-60. It's been a long 52 years. Again best regards to all former Palnk Owners and to those who served on Super Sara. Best regards Jim Prior
Jim Prior jimprior@easternjunior.com My father Idris Wheeler of Brynmawr, WALES, served aboard the destroyer HMS Pathfinder. His action station was on he 4.7 inch 'A' gun. The Pathfinder formed part of the destroyer screen for the Saratoga during operations in the far east in 1943/4. I remember him saying that the Saratoga was "a very immpressive sight, like a floating city". I would be interested to hear from any of your correspondents who have memories or photographs etc of HMS Pathfinder.
David Wheeler david@davidwheeler.orangehome.co.uk Stationed aboard the "Super Sara" from late 1988 until 1991 in the AIMD department during the "Desert Shield/Storm era of the 1st war with Iraq.
AS2 John Sanchez hard2hitch@aol.com My father, Wayne E Foster, was transferred onto the Sara while she was still being built. If I remember correctly, he was a E8 or E9 in Fire Control initially; later, he was in DSCS, I think that had something to do with computer systems. He went into the Navy in 1943, then was on Sara a few different times, he finally retired from the Sara in '63. After she was commissioned and moved to Mayport, we lived on Seminole Beach. Whenever we expected the Sara back in from a cruise, I remember standing on the deck or the beach, watching the horizon for that 'basket' profile. I was onboard a few times over the years, but my fondest memory was when the whole family went on a dependents' cruise with Dad, and made friends with some official guests, some of the crew from a Dutch aircraft carrier that was visiting Mayport. I'm glad Dad had a good sense of humor, and wasn't too embarassed when one of his 5 kids (me, to be exact) got a toothpick stuck between upper and lower teeth, and freaked out, making loud groaning noises until some officer reached over and plucket it out. Of course, that was just my warmup... Back then, there was no such thing as paper towels; at dinnertime in our house, Mom would often wad up some toilet paper to wipe the face of any messy youngun; so, yes, you guessed it...when I got some food on my face, I yelled across the table "Would somebody please pass the toilet paper?". That one really brought the house down. My mother turned 10 shades of red, and I was reminded about it at least two or three million times during the rest of her life. I was 5 then; soon, I'll be 55. Dad left this world in 1991. I'd like to visit Sara and reminisce one of these days. Thanks for having this site, and thanks for the memories.
Ken Foster kwfoster@yahoo.com I am trying to get in touch with Eddie Bartholowmew or Darryl Dawkins. Eddie was in Fox division around 71-72 and Darryl was a BT same time frame. Would love to hear from either one. If anyone has any info on them please let me know. Bruce
BT3 Bruce Rugg wiseold@hotmail.com Recently made a trip to visit son and other family members in Ma and Ct. Drove wife past Sara,"its huge". Anyhow, tried to go to the museum on a saturday, sorry closed. No one around. Went to the air muiseum a QP. Interesting but not the same. Talked to them for a while and comments made that pier space being lost for deep water port and lots of other negative info being thrown about. Hope none of it is true. Report that the Forrestal is going to be a reef and the Sara not far behind. Sure would like to hear a new update. I was an early contributor so I'm not a crackpot. If it ever happens I'll be a volunteer to work on her. Made number 2 med cruise in the late 50's. Sure enjoyed my time with her. Please tell us that things are moving well. Thanks
Richard Served on the Sara 1974 to 1977. Made two and a-half Med cruises. Brings back a lot of good memories. Hope the project goes well.
Gary Robertson tnvs1@bellsouth.net i served on the sara from 1971 thru 1973. i was a boiler tech. and worked in the number 1 engine room. man was it hot. i learned a lot of things that have carried me thru live such as hard work and the satisfaction i get with my job. i will never forget the time i served and the men that i met.
roy breeden marie_breeden@msn.com Although I didn't serve very long on the Saratoga, only about a year it will be something I will always remember. In 68 before reporting for boot camp I worked as a yard bird in the Philly shipyard as an apprentise electrician, overhauling the avionics shops forward of the hanger deck. My last year in the Navy was in the OE div on the Saratoga. An ETR2 that worked a lot on both radar and communications gear. Also spent some time setting up the television control system and al the televisions used by my shipmates. I reported in late 73 when she was in the yards in Portsmouth, Va and got discharged in late 74 after a Gitmo cruise, just before she headed to the Med. Would like to hear from anyone in OE during that time.
Joe Kane jjkaneug@comcast.net hello to all of the great men and women who proudly served on the "Sara". I was onboard from '70 thru '73 in OE-Div, mostly in the NTDS computer room. med cruise, vietnam cruise, the almost sinking in athens, GREAT DUTY! i am searching for the '71 cruisebook. if anyone knows where i can get one, i would be very appreciative. (would like to prove to my kids tha dad really was on huge ship! cant wait to visit again when the museum opens. i was at the decommisioning in mayport. a real tearjerker! hope this finds everyone in great health!
mike mycek mikeyinsunnyflorida@yahoo.com Buddy of mine took a snapshot of the Forrestal and Saratoga tied up in New Port back in 2000 while on business. Staring at it on my desk along with my discharge pin. Had to Google it. Served aboard Sara 78-80 OE Division. Great time on the 78 Med cruise and in Mayport. Great time of my life. Happy to see this ship will become a museum after all these years. Will definitely make a trip to tour the ship after 30 years. How many of us miss that screech of the arresting gear during aircraft recovery in late night flight ops. Really miss those 1 AM GQ and man overboard drills too. Maybe I can pass on that, but Love to see my old shop on the O-3 and O-10 level. Hope everyone enjoys the tour on my old home. Love to hear from Ed Hammond, Philly PA.
Vito Prinzo vito.prinzo@motorola.com I did half a cruise on the Sara in 1978 with RVAH-12's Carrier detachment while most of the Squadron was based out of Rota Spain. Was TAD to the Ship's IM3 department.
Steven Ewing sewing1243@embarqmail.com VS-30 Maintenance Dept. Feb-1988 to Aug-1990. Did not make Desert Shield/Storm cruise, but did all workups and REFTRA before that and cruise around South America onboard USS Independence in 1988. New "bird's eye" views of Saratoga and Forrestall are on Microsoft Virtual Earth through www.yellowpages.com, click tab "Maps & Directions", use this address: "Northgate Rd & Chases Ln, Middletown, RI 02842", zoom in a little, slide to the west for the pier, and click on "BIRD'S EYE" for the view, then you can move around and use the circle compass for views from other directions. I hope to see the Sara again someday. Thanks for all the volunteers and efforts toward a museum!
Mike Japp mjapp@bellsouth.net My father, Robert M. Townsend, served in the United States Navy and abord the USS Saratoga sometime around 1953 or 1955. I wish I knew the dates, but unfortunately, I don't. I always assumed my mother had all of the paperwork, but it was apparently lost in a move many, many years ago. My father passed away in 2003 and my mother in 2007. All I have left of his service is an "Honorable Discharge" pin. Prior to serving in the Navy, he was recruited to the Phillies' minor league team and following, he worked for Greyhound for many years. If anyone can help me find out more, I'd be very grateful.
Dawn Townsend Evans devanscpt@yahoo.com Hope to walk her decks one more time Thanks to wonderful folks trying to keep "Ole Sara" here.Made two Med crusie's,68-70 was a AE with VF-103.Anyone there shot me a e-mail like to get in touch.Seafox327@aol.com.Good Lord willing hope to see her one more time.Blue skies and smooth seas
Jack Tietchen Seafox327@aol.com Aboard Sara (CVA-60) for Med Cruise 69-70. Those of you must remember the Bob Hope Xmas Show aboard her with Connie Stevens and Susan Charney (no relation). I was part of the attack Squadron VA-46 (Clansmen) flying the then new Corsair II's out of Cecil Field, Fla. Great to see a part of history being saved in such a grand manner. Anybody out their from VA-46 drop me an e-mail.
Bernie Charney brcharney@cox.net I just want to say thank you all for your big work for trying to save the ship, I am very interested in american warships from WW2, have been on the Hawaiee to vist the arizona memorial, what an experience. I really hope you all will suceed. Best of luck. John Vincent Denmark
John de la BruyËre Vincent b17.sallyb@sol.dk I SERVED IN THE YEARS 1976 THRU 1978 AND 1982 -1984 I SERVED IN AIMD AVIONICS AND S-6 SUPPLY. SURE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYBODY FROM THAT TIME.
FRANKLIN SAENZ FRANKSTVCRS@YAHOO.COM I WAS IN V-1 FLY1 IN 1965 AND OC DIV. 1966 TWO OF THE BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE, GREAT SHIP, GOOD FRIENDS, BEST OF TIMES. IF YOU WANT DROP ME LINE,EMAIL SSWEDER@COMCAST.NET
STEPHEN SWEDER ACC USN Ret. ssweder@comcast.net I served on Saratoga in 1966 with the air group. I was a member of attack squadron VA-106 The Gladiators. I made the 1966 Med. cruise. My rating was AO-3.
Roger Del Turco r9384@hotmail.com wow. What a ship. I served from 1972 to 1975 in the IC shop as an IC2. Many a sleepless nights on board. Worked MC shop and Forward IC shop. Great crew. Real bad food.
scott rivers ICCS USNRET sdrivers@comcast.net I remember being on holiday with my Mum & Dad in Benidorm, Spain when USS Saratoga was anchored off the coast, I think around 1984/85(?). My dad and I actually took a pedalo out and sailed, well pedalled, all the way around it! What a ship!! I was only young and my poor dad had to do most of the work....he did OK for someone who gets sea sick!!
Andrew Taylor tails9@btinternet.com I made two Med cruises aboard the Saratoga; 1976 and 1977. It is now a dream of mine to see the Sara become a museum. I can't wait to visit her again. The Saratoga is a symbol of strenght in the preservation of our freedom. I am proud to be able to say that I was once a part of her crew during my time in the U.S. Navy.
Al Britton Alstradamus@roadrunner.com V-2 Bow Catapults 1978-1981......I was just watching a show on the Military Ch on super carriers...i was on A Super Carrier, The USS Saratoga...CV-60
Tim Stanley TimStanAZ@yahoo.com I was a crew member aboard the saratoga during desert storm 1991.
RICO DOTSON ricod7816@yahoo.com Glad to find the Saratoga Museum Web Site. I was attached to VAW-123, made 1 Med cruise & the Viet Nam cruise. This is a great project, I hope it will succede.
Shaun Nixon joshaun@att.net I was in the A7E Corsair outfit, VA 105, Gunslingers in 1975. We made the 13th Med Cruise and went to Lebanon for air support evacuation for over 120 days. It was the Saratoga's anniversary and all the ordinance had Stars and Stripes painted on them... Awesome! I would love to see any pictures from that period. God bless the Crew I served with.
Ralph M. Smith zootfrisbee@msn.com My step father (William Fair) served on the Saratoga from 1941-1943 as a gunner. Does anyone know how to find a crew member list during this period?
Richard Corbin norma.corbin@browardschools.com My father, Howard J Nickle, served onboard the Saratoga in the late 50s as a Gunners Mate Seaman. He said he worked on the 5 inch guns, possibly Fifth Division. I have its first Med Cruise book, a large framed photograph with the word plankowner written on it and a coffee cup of his from the Saratoga. I wish I had known of the site and effort before he passed away in late 2006, he would have loved to get involved.
Foster Nickle I was a sailor on board the Super Sara (89-93) and I'm really looking forward to this project becoming a reality. Stepping on board would bring back many great memories. Good luck and hope to see you soon.
Jason Cortimilia jcort1170@yahoo.com WORKED IN THE PHOTO LAB 64-66.HAD GREAT TIMES.LOOKING FOR OLD FRIENDS.E-MAIL ME MALAFI2021@BELLSOUTH.NET
MARTY FINKELSTEIN MALAFI2021@BELLSOUTH.NET Sorry for the late note,was reading some of the other entries and found that I missed a lot. 76-80 in Deck Dept and in Fourth Div. your Liberty boat crew. Made friends all over and to this day my family and friends know of my great times with the best men to serve in the US NAVY / USMC . hi to all miss you all Lil ralph to rocky and you too stan and road dog semper fi ya'll I even miss the line haze gray and under way. later stay in touch
DON BREEDLOVE centralbear57@yahoo.com Happy to hear Sara is almost home. Glad she is not gonna be a reef. May all that see her remember her as all the past crews do. As all sailors know a ship is alive somehow and we can't explain it to any civilains or to those that have never been to sea. Best of luck hope to see all my old ship mates soon. As they say " Fair Winds And Following Seas" God Bless all who help save her, Don " Boats " Breedlove
DON BREEDLOVE centralbear57@yahoo.com Good luck with the ship. It will be quite a sight to see a "flat top" in near functional display. We look forward to bringing our Marine Cadets there in the future. We are "The USS Massachusetts Own" and could provide direction if you ever entertain allowing such groups to meet aboard her. Semper Fi
Marine Cadets of Battleship Cove mcbcbb59@marinecadets.net I started my Navy time aboard the USS Saratoga in December 1957 and left in October 1958 after the Med Cruise in S-2 Division as a CSSN-as a member of the new crew of the USS Independance CVA 62.
Larry R. Cearlock lcearlock4440@insightbb.com It was my pleasure to serve aboard the USS Saratoga CVA-60 from 1960 thru 1962. The W-2 Division was an exceptional group of young men who did an outstanding job. I am very proud of my ship and ship mates. It was a specail time of being young but working as an adult. For all those who missed being in the military, you just missed the greatest time of your life. God Bless America!
Donald R. Andrews (Drew) foxfireandrews@aol.com Served in 4MMR 84-88.Would like to hear from anyone else that was there.
David Viquesney dviquesney@kc.rr.com Was on Sara 64& 65 V-1 Fly 3 also was in Repair 8 in 65
Jimmy Crawford vinson61@yahoo.sg.com Any 2MMR snipes still around? I was there from Oct. '61 until Feb. '64. Long hours, hard work, but good memories. I recently received a solicitation for contributions to help save the Sara. So I sent a check but, unfortunately, I'll probably never see Sara again because I may be long gone before Sara opens to the public. But my grandkids would probably like to see the ship their grandpa helped push through the water at more than 32 knots. So I have a suggestion to the Saratoga Museum Board that may spur donations: Give a thought to issuing boarding vouchers for each $50.00 donation. Some vouchers will never be redeemed but the money would help achieve the goal of making Sara a museum. Richard Osburn, BTCM, Ret.
Richard "Ozzie" Osburn rbosburn@comcast.net I have been trying for quite some time to locate some of my shipmates from my era on Sara, 1957-1959. V-2 Division, Waist Cats. I was a bridleman on Cat#3. I have been to two reunions but didn't see any of the old crew there either. I know there has to be some of us left. You can reach me at: saracva60@optonline.net Hope to hear from you guys.
Don Sager saracva60@optonline.net Served 69-72 div 4, looking for old friends.
Edwin Gale Welch kimmyjo1983@hotmail.com It's been a long time since my days aboard the Saratoga. I served in the early 70's (2 Meds and a Nam cruise). I worked in AIMD in avionics with VAW 123. Does anyone even know what an APX-7 is? It seems like just a distant memory but it's something you can't erase from your head. Just wondering what goes through the minds of those who served then and those that serve now. Bless the ones doing their duties regardless of the decisions of those that put you in harms way. Be safe.
Robert Byram AT3 rbyram@austin.rr.com Happy New Year to all Saratoga Vets!!!! 89-92 Former OS3
Jason Hart rtistk12002@yahoo.com Worked in Oil Shack 75 to 77, 76 Med Cruise was the best. Feel free to drop me a line.........
Sam McMunn samcmunn@yahoo.com Happy New Year to all my former shipmates!!! Tripp Corbin Former OS2 88-93
Tripp Corbin trippcor@bellsouth.net Happy New Year Pappa Pete and the old v-4 div. And all of the other ship mates who severed aboard the SARA.
Bryant Blakeley navybilt57@yahoo.com I served onboard from 86-90 in V2 Div. In the Bow Cats. Lots of memories in cat 2 water brakes, One in particular is after the joint french & US independence day celabration. Would love to here from some of the crew!
Dennis Jackson dennisjj6@verizon.net Our father Lt. Commander MacDonald Thompson a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy 1937 served on the U.S.S. Idaho BB-42; U.S.S. Saratoga CV-3; U.S.S. Enterprise CV-6 and U.S.S. Hancock CV-19. He was a Naval Pilot who flew the Avenger Torpedo planes ( TBF & TBM ) in VT-3; VT-10 and VT-7. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross; The Presidential Commendation; The Navy Commendation Medal and others. He was killed in his plane on September 21, 1944 while serving his country!
Bill & Don Thompson kalaheotwins@aol.com I was on the Saratoga From 93-94 made the last deployment and was so thankful I had a chance to be a part of a great team onboard. The sprit of Sara will always live. Thanks MM3 Bailey
Jody Bailey cajun198@netscape.net Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to all Saratoga veterans and volunteers.
Jim Dudley jd2400@aol.com Was aboard the Sara 1969/70 with Vf 103. Would be nice to hear from any one I knew then. Howard Kliewer PR2. howardkliewer@qwest.net
Howard Kliewer howardkliewer@qwest.net Served on the Sara 1962-1965. G Div, AO3. I'll never forget my time on board, hope I get to walk the flight deck again.
Former 'grape' here. Served from 84-88 in V-4 Div. Drop me a line if you remember me! ABF3 Jeff Kennedy (Kiddy) Varwig will understand the (kiddy) part!
Jeff Kennedy jeffk1237@yahoo.com hey all i served in v4 div 1978-1981 ive tried to contact some of yall from v-4 but there old email addresses, any way god bless yall hope all is well would love to hear from old ship mates from v-4 stoorza bare mutshler and what happened to our fuels artist tony morris
greg buzz bradley buzznav@hotmail.com Served on the Sara 62-63 as a Radioman 3rd Class. Any "ditty" chasers out there? Only a short time aboard, got sent to crypto-repair school on a non-returning basis. Went to the Shangri-La (CVA38) same pier at Mayport.
Douglas Janelle djanelle@patmedia.net I served on sara from 87-89.Looking for Tyron phair,frank willshire and andrew payne from v-2 division. I find myself thinking about the ship and the friends I made a lot lately.
Ronald c Lipscomb crazycop60@gmail.com served from 87-90 v2 arresting gear (gearratt)that would be a great name for the fantail cafe are u going to open the arresting gear spaces on the 03 level down from the cic
roger kevin cabe tankc@carolina.rr.com My father (David L.Lee) served on the SARA from 16 July 1959 to 2 July 1961. My mom told me he always talked about a Ronnie from Delaware. Just looking for pics of him of any pics from that tome frame. Thanks :) Stacy gstag90az@aol.com
, Texas USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 11:57 PM. Served on the Sara 1965 to 1969 R div 2nd class shipfitter I think of her often and the shipmates would like to see her and to introduce my family to part of my life.
Joseph Snedeker joes@cvipinc.com I just wanted to wish each and every Sara Veteran a Happy Thanksgiving and a Very Merry Christmas. Hope all any your families have a blessed 2008 Tommy D. Brooks E Division 1977 - 1981
Tommy Dale (Bunkey) Brooks brookstd@charter.net I would like to hear from papa pete and any other crew memebers from 58 to 63 that were in v-4 & v-6 divison.
Bryant Blakeley navybilt57@yahoo.com Hi shipmates, I served on the MIGHTY SARA from1956 to 1958. That makes me a PLANK-OWNER. I stood watches in #1 main machinery room. I was a BT-3.
EDWARD HIRSCH FRENCHPAPA@AOL.COM I was attached to VS-30 Diamondcutters and completed 2 of my 3 cruises on Sara. I served on Sara during the '87 med cruise and the '90/'91 cruise (Desert Shield/Storm). Hopefully she will become a museum for all to experience the Carrier first hand. In the mean time, I live close enough to enjoy the USS Hornet museum and keep track of USS Iowa as her organization is trying to find her a home so she can be a museum. Someday, I would like to take my kids on board Sara and show them the ship that I proudly served on. Best wishes to all!
Tim Gulliford tim_gulliford@yahoo.com I was a member of the crew of USS Saratoga (CVA60). I was in VA-35 and made three med cruises, 1958, 1959 and 1960. I would like to see and go though the ship once again. I am going to enlist for membership. It won't be too far for me to travel.
For info on Adm George Steele former commander of the USS Saratoga, who retired from USN in 1936 please visit Marion Public Library at: marion.lib.in.us Before assuming command of the Saratoga, Adm Steele commanded the rigid airship USS Los Angeles.
kevin reynolds kar46953@yahoo.com Are there any new developments as to the status of the museum? I know for years alot of hard work has been done but it seems like there is no new status reports. (The last being the harbor study) After the letdown in Jacksonville,the sub sinking,and the amount of time that has passed since the project began one has to be concerned. Frank Lennon should be commended for all he has done, let's hope the finalization of the project is near. In the meantime let's not forget to continue any financial help we can provide the project.....Jim Dudley, Saratoga Veteran
Jim Dudley jd2400@aol.com I left prior messages but I keep changing my e-mail address. Hopefully I will be here for a while. I served on board the " Sara" from late 1958 to late 1961. I was in V-2 Div. ( Arresting Gear). I have been talking with a couple shipmates and would like to hear from others that might have been in Arresting Gear.
Ronald Lowe lowe1958@ecpi.com WELL HI TO MY FELLOW SHIPMATES AND ALL THE DECK APES AND FRIENDS FROM 76-80, LOTS OF STORIES FROM THE BEST DAYS TO ME SERVED ON LOTS OF SHIPS, BUT NONE WAS HOME LIKE THE SARA WAS HAVE TRIED AT TIMES TO STAY IN TOUCH WITH SOME OF YOU ,SO HERE IS MY EMAIL SO STAY IN TOUCH.AND ANY SMALL BOUTS LEFY ON BOARD TO SHOW THE FOLKS ? LATER FROM TEXAS DON
DON BREEDLOVE centralbear57@yahoo.com damn proud your saving such a fine ship,with such a rich tradition and namesake.will pass the word to all I know.served for over four years and was the time of my young life.God speed
don breedlove centralbear57@yahoo.com It's good to see that our Sara will be a museum!!!! I've hoped for many years that I would have the opportunity to show my children where I gave blood, sweat, tears, and a life for many days at Sea. I left VS-30 in 1994 and joined the Army, however I still have an undying bond to this ship!!! A brother of the Airwing lives only 4 houses down from me - Christian Stair. He was a member of VFA-81. He and I will be among the first to see this accomplishment!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hope to earn a spot on the "Final Deployment" to R.I.!!!!!!!!
PN3 McCauley, John (VS-30) jmc1972@comcast.net Hey shipmates: I was on the Sara from 83 to 87 in S-8. Looking for some folks to reconnect with. LTJG Ed Thompson, Raul Contreras (worked in one of the engine rooms), and SK2 Chuck Harding. If you know the whereabouts of these guys and could drop me a line at raysweeney@aol.com, I would appreciate it. Thanks in advance.
Ray Sweeney rswee61304@aol.com
Been helping build a steel model of CV-60 for 5 years. Trying to obtain photos/negatives of all aircraft flown off CV-60. Need to make DECALS for Tails etc. Would like to meet anyone with a CRUISE BOOK for any year. Already have made/or bought more than 20 different models: AH-1 to F-18, but very few have decals. Using 1:48 SCALE the CV-60 STEEL MODEL is 25 FEET LONG. Will submit a picture as soon as I can.
Richard E. Morse marrem@clearwire.net My father, Dennis Eugene Parks, joined the navy in November of 1940 and did basic training at Great Lakes and then went to the Ford Mechanics School in Detroit. He was then assigned to the Saratoga in 1941. He was Fireman First Class and then Waterman First Class. He left the Saratoga in early 1943 to go to sub school in New London, CT. He served on the USS Cubera until the end of the war. Dad is alive and well and tells great stories about his time on the Saratoga. He would enjoy hearing from anyone that remembers him or from anyone who had family that served with him. He doesn't use a computer but I will be happy to pass on any messages. Thank you.
Denise Hearld DgHearld@aol.com My father, Dennis Eugene Parks, served on the Saratoga during WWII as a Fireman First Class. He joined the Navy in 1940 and after basic traning at Great Lakes he attended the Ford school for mechanics in Detroit. He was then assigned to the Saratoga where he served until he left for submarine school in Groton,CT in 1943. He then served aboard the USS Cubera until the end of the war. He moved back to Michigan where he retired as a Captain on the Grand Rapids Police Dept. after serving 32 years. Dad is alive and well and tells great stories of his time on the Saratoga he would be interested in finding anyone who remembers him or anyone who has heard of someone that remembers him. Dad doesn't use the computer but I will pass on any information. Thank you...
Denise Hearld DHearld@aol.com I served aboard the Sara between 1976 & 80 in V-3 and V-5 division. I have great memories and had a great time serving!
Robert Amilibia amildav@aol.com Served on The Sara in 84-87,, Operations IO Div. Would love to hear from anyone who remembers,, Have a good one 678 697 9812
Jim McIntyre pitcrew_95@yahoo.com Hey all, I served on the Sara in 84-87. OS3 McIntyre Operations IO Div,, CIC moles, anyone remember me, then email me so we can catch up. Great memories on the Sara. Hope everyone is well. 678 697 9812
Jim McIntyre pitcrew_95@yahoo.com My old e-mail address is no good. This is the new one and would like to hear from anybody in S-1 div between 1962-1965. E-MAIL : fharn2@tampabay.rr.com
James Harness fharn2@tampabay.rr.com My uncle John J Williams served on the Sararoga thru both world wars. Is there any way I can get a list of the crew members for the period of time between 1920 and 1945.
Danny Williams danny.c.williams@hotmail.com Hello old shipmates! I served in the S-7 division from '88-'91. Anybody serve during that time? Pat Connor? Myron Berstein? Jesse James Haley? Ferguson? Greg Barnett? Jim Ripple??? Contact me if you want to chat! I'm living in Indiapolis now working as a Software Engineer. We can chat! Take care, Scott
Scott Jones scott@fourindianajones.com In memory of Lt. Cdr. William "Bill" Kane my grandfather. I'm not sure how long he served on this ship but it was at least 10 years. I can't wait to visit the museum in RI.
Matt Kane matt14kane@comcast.net Just like to add my ditty to the best ship I ever served on. As a "shoe" coming from a career in the "small boys" it was a great and lasting memory to work with the airdale community on my last sea tour. What a time too! Great group and great times, thought about making a career out of it!
I was in vf171 Det Key West. We supplied fighter support for the sea trials in october of 82. I remember the ham radio was down due to a broken and missing antenna. I was the one who found and fixed the antenna and then helped mount it back on the ship one night. I had head of the line priviledges the rest the cruise.
patrick c murray mannpcm@yahoo.com Just like to say hello to S-1 Division shipmates, served onboard from 58-61, retired 1978,Chief SK. Made 2nd & 3rd Med cruises of the Sara.
Lou Schneider lschnei518@aol.com My dad, Albert Dixon, Jr served on the USS Saratoga from 1943 to 1946. He was a gunner's mate and was proud to have served his country but never spoke of it with us kids. He passed away in 1992 but I would love to hear if anyone remembers him. God bless all the veterans.
I was on board from 1973 to 1975 and did the Med Cruse. I worked in the Im-2 division. Worked on the Yellow gear as a Electrican. I would like to hear from some one from that time. Paul K. Ayers send me an e-mail
Bruce G. Heisey bbheisey@hotmail.com Served on Sara from July 1969 - Jan 1973, OI Division as OS2 (electronic warfare/operations specialist) working in "CIC". Other shipmates are welcome to email me. Thanks to this site, I have run across shipmates I knew, but lost contact with them over the decades. I have scanned many artifacts into my computer that I can share, such as some photos, form letters from the CO sent back home to families, a few of those little "port of call" description booklets. Hopefully, you have some photos or info to share as well. Even 35 years later, I still remember the smell of JP5 (jet fuel) and the rush of planes launching from the deck. Lots of memories, but a vivid one was standing on the deck watching a cruise ship go by. They waved as they enjoyed themselves to luxury while we struggled with the Vietnam war. Since that time, I have take 22 wonderful cruise ships and occasionally I see Navy ship. I always wave and cheer to wish them the best. The most chilling experience was after launching off the ship on my last day. I flew to Da Nang before flying back to Hawaii. The air strip was bombed that night and I was almost shot down the next morning while leaving out. I recall the relieve I had when I knew I was 100 miles off the coast with nothing but clear skies ahead. Hello to my fellow Radarman, EW techs, the DS (data systems) gang, and guys in IOIC.
Glen Hamilton Zapper@TomcattersAssociation.org Served on Sara during Desert Shield/Desert Storm Cruise 90-91 and 92 during the bosnian conflict, I was in VF-74. Hope all my old shipmates are well!
Brett Moss sublx8ed@cox.net My grandfather, Rex Vaughan, served on the USS Saratoga during WWII. He just passed away in July and I wish I could have known more about his service.
Kellie I went on board in the year of 1963. It was great. I even was allowed to get into one of the aircraft. I met a Jack Lagard and a Joe Ramsey. And wondered what they are doing now.
Eleanor Ford nee Doughty eeford@hotmail.com Served on Sara 1978-1980 making two Med cruises. Worked in V2 Div. Waist Cats. Served on the Forrestal before that (76-77) V2 Div. Waist Catapults.
Les Jones les.jones@coair.com Served aboard the Sara 79-80 As a PMT in Medical Div. Was initated as HMC on 1980 Med cruise. Hope to see this great old lady as a museum.
Steve Putter cmariderus@yahoo.com Aboard her 1969, Squadron VA-75,AE,enjoyed every minute of my ride on her...
Sterling Lee Mac Allister stu2u@policeone.com Was plane captain,vf-31 a/c 104,left '76 med cruise in march,'Tag' fell on me in line shack,brok my leg,sent home to Phily by way of Naples. 6 months latter assigned to vf-74 then onbd nimitz in med.got out in '78 did 20 nav res.then 6 yrs in army res.rail unit retired 05.work ful time NYC transit system. Kudos to all.
R W Royes hey all I change my email address to the above. served on the sara with vf31 in 1960, 61. great ship and a lot of memories
jack koskey jpkoskey@excite.com looking for anyone who served with my father John Franklin in 1973 on the USS Saratoga
cristina jones chrissyy28@gmail.com looking for old shipmate mark wall or any one from 82-86 in the aviation machinist mate dept.
titka ad2 bratsr5@aol.com i would love to see the sara reborn i took her out of dry dock and sailed on her for 4 years the thought of being able to reboard her again would astonishing. thank you all for a job well done and please keep me posted as i know others who sailed on her also.
james titka bratsr5@aol.com Served in S-6 Div from April 1989 thru October 1991. Rode her during Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Glad to see the old "Super Sara" will be saved from the ship breakers. Look forward to seeing her again. Hope my shipmates are well and enjoying life.
Winston Tedin tedin@svic.net I was on the super sara from 83 to 87 in V-2 waist cats. I made two cruises working on the flight deck. if any waist cat want to get in touch give me a line.. Fate
samuel roberson fate@bledsoe.net I was on the 85-86 Med cruise. I am Bobby Jones and was in the weapons department and worked in the armory. Would like to hear from anybody who worked in the armory. Also looking for a good friend of mine that was a waist cat named Richard W. Reed from Magee Mississippi was also in boot camp with him at Great Lakes. Good luck and good fortune to all who served aboard the Super Sara.
..........hey fellas...!!!......make a special nice job fixin' up CVIC and CIC-spent a lotta time in there as an Intelligence Specialist 2nd Class with VA-75... aka 'Tonk' 72-76............
Mario Tonkli madtonks@yahoo.com hey all just want to say hay to all my old shipmates from V-4 div 1978-1981 would love to hear from yall i live next to the lake in sw mo. my life changed alot.
greg buzz bradley buzznav@hotmail.com While assigned to VAQ-136 as AVWEPS Division Chief, we deployed to the Mediterranean in 1978-79 on the "Fighting Cock." That was my final Navy cruise as I retired shortly afterward. Two ships-company friends I would like to hear from are CDR Buddy (Benny) Martis - CDR Stike Operations, AVCM Frank Batreal - AIMD Division Chief and ATC Bob Mary - ECM Shop Chief. I commend the foundation for restoring the Saratoga and preserving some of our important military history. I am the webmaster for Patrol Squadron Forty Four [ www.vp44goldenpelicans.com ] - the squadron that found and reported the Japanese Fleet approaching Midway on June 3, 1942. I will post a link for this website there. Your efforts are appreciated.
Ray Beck raybcenter-vp44webmaster@yahoo.com AS2 Beck AIMD- I served on the final voyage turning figure 8s in the Adriadic. My dad, ATC Beck AIMD (Ray Beck) served on her in 78. Perhaps that would a story for the museum? Would love to hear from some of my shipmates, espeacialy ASC Pryne. I am glad the ship will be a museum so I can take my kids and grandkids to see a real part of history someday. The song that played as she pulled out for her final cruise was; "Sarah, No time is a good time for goodbyes" They played it for a VERY long time!
Kenneth Beck thebeckhouse@digitex.net I served aboard from Oct. 1961 until Feb. 1964. Spent all my time in #2 MMR as a BT-3 and BT-2. Hard days but still great memories. And yes, I'd do it all over again. I just wanted to make an update to my e-mail address in case someone wants to drop me a line or two. rbosburn@comcast.net
Richard "Ozzie" Osburn rbosburn@comcast.net
I am very pleased with your effort on saving Sara. I was on the Forrestal your sister ship from 1973-1976 and I am glad one of these two will be saved. I cant wait to visit when its done. MS2 Steve Deneen
steve deneen deneen1@charter.net Was surprised to find my your ship on "GOOGLE" Never thought my navy contacts would be made public outside the service. Hasta Lavista
George Clark Bluefish George@msn.com Hello Everyone. If any shipmates know me or were in V-4 or V-1 during 1987-1991 I'd love to hear from you. I'm now living in South Florida directly in the path of the next Hurricane. Visit my web sites, www.MrFloridaHomes.com or www.Contact-Me-Today.com .
Stephen J. Engasser StephenEngasser@VMDirect.com I JUST FINISHED READING ALL THE E-MAILS FROM FORMER SHIPMATES OF SARA.IT MAKES ME PROUD TO BE ONE OF HER CREW, AND ALSO A PART OF THE ASSOCIATION THATS GOING TO TURN HER INTO A MUSEUM,INSTEAD OF A REEF.GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU THAT HAVE DONATED DOLLARS AND MADE PLEDGES, TO SHOW HER SHE IS STILL LOVED BY ALL THAT WALKED HER DECKS,FROM THE FIRST DAY TO THE LAST.TO ALL HER SONS I SAY THANK YOU.
TOM LAQUIERE laquiere@wowway.com Happy 4th. To all of the memebers of the sara's crew.Who served with honor on a great ship.The sara was the best. Blake
Bryant Blakeley navybilt57@yahoo.com I was the driver for Adm. Robert J. Stroh at the time of his retirement in Nov. 1969. I served aboard the Saratoga from April 1975 til April 1978 as POIC of # 4 main machinery space and # 1 Aux. Machinery space.
Dennis Roy Hale MMCS (Ret.) dhale@highland.net DOES ANYONE KNOW OF ANYONE WHO WAS IN V-3 DIVISION IN 1970. I WOULD LIKE TO FIND SOME THE GREAT FRIENDS I HAD ON THE SARA. MY EMAIL IS cogdill541@charter.net. ANY HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. GOD BLESS EVERYONE WHO SERVED ON THE GREATEST SHIP I THINK IN THE NAVY.
GOOD LUCK TO ALL BILL COGDILL V-3 Bill Cogdill cogdill541@charter.net
Klamath Falls, OR USA - Monday, June 25, 2007 at 1:59 PM. The Saratoga is a great carrier who serve this country proudly with all her crews. Every year when I go over to the Naval War College I take a picture of her and the Forrestal. I happy to hear that your foundation have saved her.
Nicholas J. Valhos Navycod@aol.com I served aboard her 73-77. Glad to know she lives on as a museum. Old ships like old sailors are museum pieces but at least neither of us will become part of the ocean like her sister ships. Thanks for the memories SARA
Jack Groshans jackgroshans@sbcglobal.net My husband served on the Sara as an AZ from 90-91.
Sparky's Wife amysparks@yahoo.com I'd like to thank the 3 people who were interested in the Saratoga belt buckle I had. It went to David Kerwood, webmaster for the Saratoga Museum Foundation, and I hope it will become part of the museum display. God bless all who sail on the seas.
Ginny Brommelsick tschussgb@yahoo.com Served aboard the Sara from 1977-1980 and made 3 Med-Cruises. Worked in AIMD/IM3 and had a lot of good memories & friends while doing my time. If you remember, please give me a shout!
Gene White genowhite@peoplepc.com I was part of the Crew During the Final Voyage and decommisioning of The Sara working out of G division and MSC. I would like to know if anyone has any information on optaining the Final Voyage certificate that was given the crew after the decomissioning. If anyone has information please contact me at (904)434-3108 or by e-mail.
AO2 Vazquez, J.M. JMV1165@msn.com I GOT TRANSFERED TO THE SARA IN JANUARY OF 1970. I CAN REMEMBER SITTING IN THE TRANSIT BARRACKS PLAYING CARDS WAITING FOR THE SARA TO COME IN. ALL OF A SUDDEN IT SEEMED LIKE SOMEONE TURNED OFF THE SUN. WE WENT OUTSIDE AND THE AND THE GREAT SARA WAS COMING INTO PORT. IT WAS MIND BOGGELING. WE MADE A MED CRUISE AND LOST 2 F-4 PILOTS. DOES ANYONE REMEMBER THE INCINDENT? PLEASE CONTACT ME AT cogdill541@charter.net. I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE SOME FEEDBACK. GOOD LUCK TO SARA GANG MEMBERS.
Bill Cogdill ABH3 cogdill541@charter.net I served on Sara CV-60 1986-1989 HM2 Medical I loved this old girl from the bottom of my heart, I was always so proud of seeing her and being part of her crew and what she stood for,,,When is the dedication ceremony and can we get some ship shirt rockers,,,, I will be there,,, I would have loved to get 1 more underway period with her Following seas Sean Doc O'Reilly Sean O'Reilly sporeilly@hotmail.com
Chesapeake, va USA - Friday, June 1, 2007 at 2:24 PM. would love to talk to ship mates from v4 1978-1981
greg bradley buzznav@hotmail.com Somehow I ended up with a military style belt buckle engraved USS SARATOGA above of base relief of an aircraft carrier, with CV 60 under it. My dad was in the Navy from 1942 until 1956 and I think it was in a bunch of his stuff. He was in the Pacific as an aircraft machinist mate and on the USS WASP at Hunter's POint, CA, 1955-1956. If anyone is interested in owning this, please let me know and it will be in the mail posthaste. Save them all from every peril on the sea. Ginny Brommelsick tschussgb@yahoo.com
Largo, FL USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 9:21 PM. Does anyone know the whereabouts of "Tommy Dunn"? He was a snipe on the Sara in the mid 60's and was from Arkansas.
Gerald C Portner gerryportner@hotmail.com I served on board from 1960-1963 in 4MMR as a Machinist Mate I have been in contact with a few old shipmates through the reunion. Brad Senter was one of my shipmates also Dan Stiltner. would like to hear from any more out there
John Gutwein jd1cor13@donet.com Plank owner Jan 56 to June 59 OI Div. Great Time in my life
Herb Golder cva60rd2@comcast.net JOSEPH W. O'KEEFE, JR. Regarding my previous message today: my deceased husband's service was from 1967 - 1973. Joe's DD-214 states his position was Aviation Electrition and Pilot Rescue. Does anyone remember him? Thank you, Marianne
Marianne O'Keefe dollladyx@aol.com JOSEPH W. O'KEEFE, JR. Vietnam service 1967 - 1973. Does anyone remember my husband, Joe O'Keefe? He died on July 7, 2004, after a short but brave battle with brain cancer. He was much too young (only 54) and we his family miss him so very much. He filed documentation with the V.A. regarding a service-related claim in April 2004 before his death. I've let it slip due to mourning and illness. I've been told to find shipmates of his that might help me with clarification of service details, needed to proceed with the claim. The V.A has been no help, they want me to go away, but I'm a tough old broad. If you know my wonderful husband, please e-mail me. Hugs to all of you, for your service. Thank you, Marianne
Marianne O'Keefe dollladyx@aol.com was on the ol sinkin sara from 74 to 76 on the best mardet in the world , aqny of my old friends out there?
sam yaun s.yaun@bellsouth.net I served with VS 22 late 76 to early 80 just wondered if anyone that I served with has vised this web site?
Ron York hmmyork@netscape.com I thank your doing the right thing with your projects. Too bad there was not enough interest in the USS TARAWA CVS40. I was still living in RI back then. Bu1 Hilscher USN ret
Joseph W. Hilscher usn ret chb13@earthlink.net I served on the USS.Saratoga from 82-86. I am looking for a copy of the 85 med-IO cruise book. my e-mail is rgoldman1@hotmail.com
Gentlemen, I am so glad to see the progress on a park for the Super Saratoga! I served on board by squadron in 1985-86. I will seriously consider being a monthly provider in the near future. Tim Ridings
AQAN Ridings, Timothy VA-85 Constitutionparty.com@hotmail.com I was on the Sara from 1985-1988 AIMD I-M4 Division. Drop me a line, and we can chat about the best times of our lives. (Now)
Barry Kirby curby1126@hotmail.com The memories are forever, thank God the cruises only seemed like forever. Hope all is well with any and all SUPER SARA SAILORS.
Barry Kirby curby1126b@hotmail.com Served onboard Sara from 1986 to 1990. Was Cat Captian on Cat One then V-2 LPO and converted to NC1 and became one of the Command Career Counselors. Had great time on Super Sara. Appreciate what your doing trying to preserve her and make her a museum. They blew up the other carrier I served on, the America. My son's in the Navy because of my "sea stories."
Clayton Mitchell cmitchell@goldsgym.com My uncle Russell Amundson, BM2C, served on the Sara in WW II. He was killed 21 Feb 1945. Would like to hear from anyone who may have been there or who knew him. Jane, granatee@bellsouth.net
Jane Ann Rubin granatee@bellsouth.net Served as a SH3 from 1984-1988 it was the hardest I ever worked in the Navy and I had the best time doing it. Served with a lot of people whose friendship I will cherish forever. bretmburrow@yahoo.com
BRET BURROW bretmburrow@yahoo.com I served aboard Sara from '68 ~ '70 in OE Division and I'm glad to see they're trying to make this beautiful symbol of our military strength and independance into a museum. She's a gracious lady and deserves continued recognition.
Served on board from 62-66 2mmr most of that time. As a BT I can still hear the sounds and smell the smells.
jim makins jimmakins@yahoo.com I just learned of the people trying to make the Sara into a museum. I was aboard the sister ship The USS Forrestal CVA 59 back in the early '70s . I only wish they could save the FID. I took my family to Newport to see both ships. I so wanted for my daughters to see the FID, for my oldest was born while Iwas on board. But seens they are sisterships, maybe there is a chance to see the inside of one. GOOD LUCK!!!!
Art Morrison Jr mayfarttoo@citlink.net hello shipmates Gene Ladik S-3 div uss saratoga cva 60 61-66 orignally leechburg, about 30 miles north of Pittsburgh,Pa. currenty living Lady Lake, Fl. [past 8 years] I worked in the officers barbershop cut the captains hair. and meet a lot of fine people on the ship I'll be in Orlando for the reunion . hope to see you there. new Email address gplmassage@comcast.net
Dear former shipmates, Lyle Clark, affectionately known as "bud" passed away a few years ago. Bud left behind a loving wife "nancy", who thinks of him each and every day. I am one of his sons. If you have any stories, no matter how insignificant you feel they may be please contact me. My e-mail address is bobbystunt1@yahoo.com and/or my cell 805-341-3211. He also worked on the Fleet Rehab. and Modernization. He served in the mid 50's to late 60's. Thank you
Hi Shipmates Plank Owner reported Bklyn NY Nov '55 stayed on board till '58 when transferred to Com6thFlt Staff. Wishing all a Happy Easter. Sara looks in tough shape - we have to get her moved to Quonset Pt. and get her back into shape. Looking for two former shipmates Fred Leeds E-Div and Pearson A Div. Anyone know their whereabouts, please contact me if you do. Best Regards to all former Plank Owners and others that sailed her. Jim Prior
Jim Prior jimprior@easternjunior.com Hi shipmates. I served on the Sara from 1963 to 1967. I was aboard for 2 years when one day I ran into an old friend, Ralph Dravis, from the old neighborhood in Johnstown, PA. I was walking past the aft Starboard mess deck to get in line, and there he was. We had been aboard together for over 2 years and neither of us knew it - and he was being seperated and leaving the ship the following day. I'm not sure exactly what Ralph did on board, but I know he was in one of the aviation divisions. Sadly, I must inform anyone who might have know Ralph that he passed away about 3 weeks ago. I really don't have any further details to pass on, but I'm sure Ralph would have wanted his old shipmates to know. Greg
Greg Rager GregRager@aol.com i served on the sara 1982-1984 thank you
hollis williams hllswilliams@yahoo.com Served onboard CV 60 1985-1989, V-2 Division, BOW Cats. First tour and two cruises as an undesignated AN that formed my appreciation for hard work and what the NAVY stands for. Look forward to hearing from any shipmates out there and stepping aboard once again in the future. Current position is as a CWO3 ALRE Bos'n onboard CVN 74.
JIM KAY kayj@cvn74.navy.mil It's great to hear that the Saratoga is going to live on. I was aboard while she was in dry dock in Portsmouth, VA back in the early seventies. At 6' 8" tall we were destined to net spend much time together. I was in the OX division.
Dave Maravetz dcmoravec@yahoo.com I served with G-3 Division from 92-94. Looking for anyone that might have served with me. Take care! "Hazmat"
Jeff Hazlett Hzlje@sbcglobal.net Hi to all the Super Sara Family. Served from Nov 1981 thru Nov 1985 assigned to AMID/IM4 Ground Support in the forward of hanger bay 1. I first met the Sara while in SLEP in Philly. The 1984 MED Criuse was one of my most exciting expierences of my military career. I still watch the many videos of our operations and port visits.
Kim Arbegast arby69@hotmail.com I was with VF-43, on the Saratoga, on it's shake down cruise in the Carribean in 1956. I served with as a M@A and oversaw most of the great card cames. Is anyone left from that crew?
Larry R. Staley : AT2 julmardar@juno.com Did a Med Cruise on the Sara From July 69 thru Jan 70 with the Tomcatters of VF-31.
William Rio on board around jan 1969 - oct 1972, 1mmr. Had great time, except for the fires & flooding. Hell of a flight off the deck in cod (mail plane) when transferred oct 1972. ross, stubs, pignolet, workman, cambridge, lorio, just a few steamers I still remember. splitshotka@yahoo.com
75,76,77 Oil Shack E-Div.
Sam McMunn sammcmunn@yahoo.com v2 div arresting gear 87 90 anybody from that or email me
Hello fellow "TOGARS". I was stationed aboard the "SUPER SARA FROM APR82-FEB84. I was the Career Counselors' peon, I mean PN. Worked with crazy MM1/NC1/NCC Dick SMALES {not to be confused with his equally crazy cohort in crime AO1/AOC Ray EDWARDS.} You guys out there? Remember me? I did all your work for you. Good old PNSN Jerry GILBERT too. Just want to say hi to all my shipmates from way back when.
I wound like to hear from popy pete. I lost your E-mail
Bryant Blakeley navybilt57@yahoo.com My dad was on the Saratoga around 1969. His name was Stephen Brown. I am just trYing to find some of his friends. He passed away in 1972, and I don't know too much about him. And would love to hear some stories. God Bless all of you. And Thank you for what you have done for our country.
anne marie zufelt anne@rfph.com Greetings shipmates. I had the pleasure of serving with VF-103, then flying as a Radar Intercept Officer in the F4J Phantom II as part of Air Wing Three aboard Saratoga in 1970 and 1971. I recall taking part in one North Sea NATO excercise before a short port call in Scotland, and the time the SARA blew main induction valves, one port, and one starboard a few days apart while in the area of the Eastern Med. That made for some interesting times! VF-103 was my first duty station, and the Saratoga my first ship. I have very fond memories of those days. "Fair winds and following seas" with the museum foundation!
Rory A. MacDonell LCDR USN (RET) rmacdonell@toast.net
Hi everyone - I was on the Sara from 1972-1973. I was with VA-75 Sunday Punchers, AMS3, and Chief Pittman was my Chief Petty Officer in charge of my shop. I was good friends with Manny Lopez. I was also friends with Gene Howard and his older brother, who was first class. They loved to play guitar and country music. I worked the 12 midnight to 12 noon shift. Anyone who wants to get in touch with me, please do. I would love to hear from you.
Richard (Richie) LaCava dlc032704@aol.com I served on the Sara from 73-75 working on the flight deck with the Crash & Salvage (Red Shirts) I remember when we left the ship yard in Portsmoth to our home port in Mayport. Then we had a shakedown cruse in Cuba, drills, drills and more drills. I had some great times on that ship.
Marc Jacob Sr. marcpjacobsr@msn.com I left earlier messages but I have changed my e-mail address again. New address: lowe19582@suddenlink.net Was in V-2 Div. ( arresting gear) from Oct. 1958 to Dec. 1961. Have been talking with a couple ship mates from that time. Would like to hear from more.
Ronald Lowe lowe19582@suddenlink.net spent high school years protesting 'war' in vietnam & marching 4 civil rights 4 african-americans, entered navy after receiving draft number (26) served in navy 1970-1974 (4years on ocean b4 2years in rice paddy) drew the uss saratoga after booted out of a-school 4critical analysis of richard m. nixon b4 '72 re-election. (eighteen weeks of twenty week a-school; flushed) saw cuba & mediterranian b4 sara was dry-docked 4 overhaul, went on two week leave 2b met @ door by telegram ordering me back2 ship 4departure (ship afloat, stores aboard). crossed equator, rounded horn, back accross the equator, bound4 vietnam. uncle sam saw fit2 give me 1year off the 'rice paddy' anyway. medaled4 service, the singapore fire. can only hint2 effect this has had on the remainder of my life...
paul joseph (d 40-60-26) pauljosephp@gmail.com When I found out about this wonderful project I joined the 60's Club. I'm now waiting to hear when I can make plans to come out there for this historic event! I served aboard the Sara from 1958 to 1962. A-5 Division.
Jim Rusnak rustyneck1@earthlink.net
I am the Head Divemaster on Bikini Atoll, (the final resting place of CV3). During the 2006 dive season we discovered a pair of MK 5 diving helmets from inside the ship. I would really like any veterans or veteran family members who might have had anything to do with Navy dive operations to contact me. Anyone else who is interested in the condition of the grand old Lady as she is today can also contact me. We are considering writing a book about Bikini Atoll and the ships resting there. Once again if there are any veterans or family members who have anything they would like to contribute then please contact me.
Jim Akroyd jimakroyd@hotmail.com V-4 div. 71-75
Terry Myers terryandcassie@comcast.net Served in #1MMR 65-67 looking for fellow snipes MM's and BT's. Already spoke with Ronnie O'Neal we had a lotta laffs, so where are the rest of you guys?? CW Jones, JR Valentine, Gene Roth, Alphabet, to name a few...Love to hear from you better yet see you at next Sara reunion...Best wishes for all who served about our sea going Mistress......
I was on the ship in 1964 and 5. My 600 pictures r here. www.picturetrail.com/bent4500. I was on the flight deck up front. I was a blue shirt. I would like 2 hear from anybody I may have worked with. Thanks 4 your time. Bye.
Marty Lineen bent4500@aol.com Happy New Year to all SARA shipmates!!!! AX1 Diaz, IM-3, Shop 7, '76-81
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