USS Winston Boat Group 1966-1969

Comments: Found Malcolm Holland's entry as well as Frenchy Melancon's. Great to see a few names I remember. I'm excited to see there is a USS Winston reunion coming up in October 2010. I'd love to hear from anyone who remembers me. Names I remember are John Kent, Zesse Zepeda, Evans, BeeBee, Elmore, Miller, Ken Ebersole, Al Pacino, Mollack, Marquette, Smitty, Pitter Pat Patterson, Stone, Reilly, the Chief, Lawson and Marines Ahern and the Walrus. If any of you find this, I'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: USS Winston, Boat Group, Vietnam era

USS Winston Reunion 2010

Comments: The 2010 Winston Reunion will be a 5 night cruise to Mexico out of New Orleans, LA. October 11th, 2010. I could not get a price locked in for very long, so please call in ASAP to get the best rates. Please call our agent "Dalia Shaffer" at 800-338-4962 ext. 7374. The price floats daily dependent on sales. Needless to say the cheap rooms will go first..(Bunk beds) Inside Cabin for the cheapest advertised prices.(would be an option for those that are sailing single and wanted to split the cabin cost) You will need a Passport

To lock in the listed price, you will need to call and book with your Passport Name ASAP,,, To lock in a $200.00 deposit is required. All travel arrangements to and from the Port including any Motel charges if any are up to each person. The Ship will leave on Oct. 11th, 2010 at 16:00 and can be boarded at noon ...they will not let you board any earlier as they are off loading passengers and loading STORES.

Carnival has a military rate available. You will have to fax your DD214 or Mil. I D to Carnival within 48 hours of booking your cruise.

Please fax to 305-406-6478 interline@carnival.com - Be sure to put your booking number so they know what booking gets the military rate.( I did this by E-mail)

Cancellation insurance is recommended and you do not have to decide now. As long as you decide by the time final payment is due which is approx. 75 days prior to departure. Carnival has ranged from $49 per person and up. You can also purchase CSA Travel Protection at 800-873-9855 and http://www.csatravelpro.com

Departure date .......October 11th, 2010&&Return 08:00 Sat. Oct. 16, 2010 Cost base price................ $58.00 per night *pp Central Departure port....... New Orleans Same return Port ..............; Ports of call&..Progreso & Cozumel, Mexico

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A Friend and shipmate

Comments: I Am looking for a Harvey Kinsey who was born in halfway Oregon,he and another shipmate Jimmy King had a apartment together in San Diego 1965-1966 I cannot remember where Jimmy King was born but at the time he was a 3rd class BT and Harvey Kinsey was a 2nd class machinist mate on the USS Winston. We are having are third reunion of all the still living that served on the Winston---every two years we are getting together.2010 is are next one I hope this email will reach another shipmate.

Keywords: AKA 94 Winston

Looking back

Comments: Where are all those signal bridge guys.. James!!! are you still kicking?

Keywords: We were there for the start of the Korean war. Inchon, Wonsan etc

Looking for those who served with dad

Comments: Looking for those who served with my father, SA Albert Mack Strickland in 65 -66 on the Winston. My father died in 1986, and I would like to hear some stories about him (good or bad).

Keywords: Albert Mack Strickland, 1965 -1966, USS Winston AKA94

Hello fellow navymen

Comments: Not able to attend reunion, would like any memorabilia mailed to me if possible. Could not attend due to disability from a motorcycle accident 6 years ago. Thank you and you all have a very good time at the reunion.

Wish I could be there.

James Laine

Keywords: USS Winston AKA 94

looking for shipmates 65-68 m & b div

Comments: looking for any of the guys that served with me during these years. PeeWee if you find this site get in touch think about you often and wonder where you are these days.

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old snipmates wanted

Comments: would like to talk to old crew members.

Keywords: uss winston aka 94 uss princeston

USS Winston Reunion 2008

Comments: The USS Winston AKA/LKA 94 Reunion 2008, October 15-18 is at the Holiday Inn Bayside, 4875 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego. CA 92106. The Hotel is giving us a one hour free welcome-aboard reception including beer, wine, well, and soft drinks and hors d'oeuvres, on October 15th at 5pm (17:00). There is free parking. Please call (800) 662-8899 or (619) 224-3621 to make reservations. An advance deposit or credit card guarantee for the 1st nights room and tax is due when reservations are made. Individuals must identify themselves as part of USS WINSTON AKA94 at the time of making reservations in order to be eligible for the special group rate $125.00+tax. Just a little note; please make reservations early so you can get the special group rate. Remember it is easy to cancel if you see you can't make it. Reservations received after September 22, 2008 will be provided on a space available basis. The Group Rate is not available after the cutoff date, the prevailing rack rates will apply for reservations confirmed. CHECK-IN TIME IS 4:00 PM / CHECK-OUT TIME IS 12:00 NOON. Complimentary Airport Shuttle Service is available 24 hours a day and can be arranged by calling the hotel after you have retrieved your luggage. Please call the hotel directly @ 619-224-3621 to notify them of your arrival and location. I have also arranged a good deal on a San Diego Passport Tours for $69.00 per person . It includes the Old Town Trolley: or San Diego SEAL Tour, and the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Harbor Tour: A One or Two Hour tour on Hornblower Cruises, San Diego Maritime Museum, and the USS Midway Museum. Sign up and payment for the SD Passport will take place at the Hotel. The SD Passport is a $200 value. Please let me know if there is a good possibility you will come, so I can get the Name Tags done in advance; because Im not sure I will have a printer there. Please send check or money order for $55.00 per guest for banquet, Bus, and Memorial services by 9-22-2008. Please make check payable to WRP/ James E Johnson Mail To: Winston Reunion Planner James E Johnson BMC Ret. 14661 Charter Pl. Baton Rouge, LA 70817

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Dolloway

Comments: I am looking to find anyone who may have been a friend or have memory of Clyde Dolloway who was a 3rd. class petty officer on the Winston 1948-1951. Clyde passed last Oct. at Randolph , Mass. apparently with no family or friends . He had assumed an alias of John McPhee about 1951 . Please contact me at dan_jenkins66@hotmail.com or 781-337-2320 if you can add any info. about Clyde . Thanks.

Keywords: personal friends

WINSTON FROM 62 / 66

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USS Winston AKA/LKA 94 Renuion 06

Comments: Comments: The USS Winston AKA 94 Reunion 2006, October 5-8 at Sheraton Baton Rouge Sheraton Baton Rouge is next to the USS Kidd DD661; Directions: From the West: Cross Mississippi River, take I-10 to I-110 N, exit Convention Street, go straight to River Road, and turn left. From the East: Take I-10 to I-110 N to Government Street exit, turn left at bottom of ramp and go straight to River. From the Airport: Take free shuttle; Or Take I-110 S to Government Street exit, turn right, go straight to River Road.For Reservation call 800-325-3535 or 225-242-2600 Winston Reunion. Rooms are $109.00 per night

Keywords: Winston Reunion

Doc Bundy

Comments: Was looking for my dad's ship. Found something about it being at Suisin Bay, but cannot confirm. Also if any of his old ship mates were still around...

Keywords: "Doc" Bundy 1963-64

1966-1967 USS WINSTON

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Henry G Brown Jr (Entry Update)

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Would like to hear from old shipmates.

Now retired and live in Idaho , live near small Naval Base located on a lake in Idaho.

Please call anytime

Henry Brown Cell 208-651-2641 H 208-683-3991

Keywords: AKA Googe A Division / Captains Driver / Gig Engineer HVAC&R and Aux. Ships Steam

looking for Winston AKA 94 Crew Members

Comments: Looking for shipmates

Keywords: Please Contact me

Louisana Shipmates

Comments: Let's all keep good thoughts for our Louisana, Mississippi, and Alabama shipmates. I hear Chief Jimmy Johnson has faired well...Let's give hope and support to all the others in these tough times.

America is Beautiful.

Winches Wick

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LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FROM 1963-1967

Comments: I heard from my buddy Mac Holland(HE found me after he could not reach me by phone)he informed me there is a reunion Jun.4th and I`m planning on going and I`m looking forward to seeing everyone again. Like to hear from anyone who remembers me .

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LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FROM 1963-1967

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Looking for Shipmates 63-65

Comments: Hi Mac, Jimmy, Rob, Steve, Mike, and others that I knew during my stint on the Winston 1963-1965-1st Division. If any of my shipmates are out there contact me by phone or email.

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Looking for my dad's shipmates

Comments: My father, Jesse Brand, Coxswain, served between 1942 and 1946 and lists the USS Winston as one of his duties. I am looking for anyone who may have known him, or may have information about the ship during those years. Thank you.

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LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FROM 1963-1967

Comments: I was very upset to hear about the reunion in Baton Rouge last year . I just found this site and was happy to see a bunch of names I recognized and I wrote to a few and got a response really quick. Thank you for this site . I can now keep in touch with my old buddies . I hope to hear from more soon. Mac Holland .

Keywords: Looking for shipmates on USS Winston from 1963-1967.

I have list of whole crew from Winston in1954-55

Comments: I found a Christmas menu that I designed for the Christmas Dinner in 1954 aboard the USS Winston. It lists all the officers and crew members. It's a real find. I also found a cruise highlight sheet that listed all the trips the ship made from Sept 3 54 to March 17

Keywords: Uss Winston-Winston Cruise Record

Looking for anyone who served aboard the Winston around 1953,

Comments: I was an Electronics Technician (ET3) aboard the Winston in 53-54. I left at the end of 54 to go to College and became an Industrial Designer. I am also a Radio Amateur for 57 years an active on the Amateur Bands. Would like to hear from anyone who was on the ship at the above times. I also served as a Radioman aboard the Uss Bayfield

Keywords: electronics Technician. CIC

USS Winston AKA 94 Reunion Oct 2004 B.R. LA.

Comments: The USS Winston AKA 94 Reunion 2004, October 15-16-17 at Sheraton Baton Rouge Sheraton Baton Rouge is next to the USS Kidd DD661; Directions: From the West: Cross Mississippi River, take I-10 to I-110 N, exit Convention Street, go straight to River Road, and turn left. From the East: Take I-10 to I-110 N to Government Street exit, turn left at bottom of ramp and go straight to River. From the Airport: Take free shuttle; Or Take I-110 S to Government Street exit, turn right, go straight to River Road.For Reservation call 800-325-3535 or 225-242-2600 Winston Reunion. Rooms are $75.00 per night.

Keywords: Reunion for all crew's, Family, and Friend

1944 - 1945

Comments: My father served onboard the USS Winston during WWII. I know he was very proud of his time on the ship. Would be interested if anyone remembers him. He was a baker probably in the supply division. I am also Navy having served on the USS Intrepid and the USS Independence.

Keywords: Homer Morris

Boat Crew 63-65

Comments: I would be interested in hearing from Officers and crewmen who served on the Winston fron recommissioning in 1963 until 1965

Keywords: LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FROM WINSTON 63-65

Looking for my fathers shipmates 1966-67

Comments: I am looking for anyone who served with my Father, Larry Underhill 1966-1967. He served in the radar room. Please contact with any info you may have on what has happened to the ship if it is still around. The only thing I can find is that it MAY be in moth balls. Any info would be much appreciated.

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Trying to find Shipmates that served with my Dad!

Comments: I am the son of James Marvin Golden who was aboard the Winston from 1968-(?) I would like to find shipmates, pictures, or any pertinant information so I could put something together for my Dad. I would also like to get him in contact with old shipmates that may have known him!

Keywords: Machinest Mate 1968-? (James Marvin Golden)

ON AKA 94 52-54

Comments: SERVED UNDER Chief Warrant Officer Boatswain CONN and BM FIRST CLASS MC FADDEN AS LCM BOAT COXSWAIN

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Looking for shipmates 1962 - 1964

Comments: I loved the time I spent aboard the Winston...she was the best of the amphibs in Phibron III. Anyone want to chat, just email.

Keywords: Fess

A Gang and other Black Shoes

Comments: Looking for all on board Winston AKA 94

63 - 66

Re- Union Information

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Shipmates from '45

Comments: I believe my Dad, Walter B. McDonald, served on the Winston during the last year of WWII. My family would love to hear from any who might have served with him then, before or later.

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'48-'52

Comments: my dad, still living recalls and retells stories of his time on the winston. he was the oil king, whatever that really means. he'd enjoy hearing from any of the 300 or so guys on board, especially, any of this crew from down below

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U.S.S. WINSTON Association

Comments: U.S.S. WINSTON Association is made up of officers and crew of the Winston from WWII, KOREA, and VIETNAM eras and periods in between. Contact jbuckles@gte.net or russ.maddox@hp.com

Keywords: U.S.S. WINSTON AKA94

additional information

Comments: I have entered some incorrect information about my father, Virgil Hawkins. I wish to ammend the information in the hopes that it will help someone remember my father. My father was a BMate not a gunners mate, and he served on the Winston when it was originally de-commissioned in '57.

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USS WINSTON AKA 94

Comments: If any one out there remembers Virgil Hawkins from the USS Winston I would apppreciate it if you would contact me. My father was a gunners mate during the mid to late fifties on the Winston. Thank you

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uss winston

Comments: any shipmates out remember me please email me asap

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1946-48 CREW MEMBER

Comments: My father, then ET3 James R. Kilborn from Wollaston, Mass. served aboard WINSTON fm '46-'48. He later left the Navy and got his college degree. The he re-entered the Navy under a USNR program of the Eisenhower Administrations which commissioned him an Ensign. he went on to duty in USS KIDD, USS WHITEHALL and a few other places I do not recall. He is alive and well and now calls central PA home. He doesn't monkey with computers but I would love to meet anyone who sailed with my dad. He finally retrired in 1973 as a LCDR and I now carry on the family tradition as a Cryptologic Chief Petty Officer on the staff of the Commander Second Fleet. I would also really like to know what became of WINSTON? Scrapped or sold? Thanks, Scott D. Kilborn

Keywords: USS WINSTON, AKA-94

SURFING FOR SHIPMATES

Comments: LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES THAT WERE ON THE WINSTON FROM OCTOBER OF 1961 TO AUGUST OF 1963 ELECTRICIANS MATE THIRD CLASS ETTER, HILL, OMICK, STIDHAM, CALHOON, CAVINAUGH, HOEHL,

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SURFING FOR SHIPMATES

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Patches

Comments: I am looking for any information on how to aquire patches for the AKA 94 USS Winston. My Uncle served on the ship during Korean War and I would love to give him the patches as gifts. Thank you

Keywords: USS Winston, AKA 94, Korea

1961 - 1963

Comments: Hello, I would be interested in hearing from Officers and crewmen who served on the Winston fron recommissioning in 1961 until 1963. Thank you for this website. Lowell Chapin former Engineman PO2.

Keywords: 'A Divison and Engine Room

Boat group division 1952-55

Comments: I would be interested in contacts with other servicemen served through this time frame 1952-1955 aboard USS WINSTON AKA 94.

Wes Foultner

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Comments: President of Missouri Amphibious Navy Inc. searching for Amphibious crew members living in Missouri. membership over 300. EWILL510@aol.com Ernie

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BOAT CREWS 63-65

Comments: I HOPE YOU KOREA VETS DON'T MIND ME ON YOUR BOARD. LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FROM WINSTON 63-66 WOULD REALLY LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU. SOME OF THE NAMES, HITT, STEVERDING, MELONCON OR FRENCHY, TAYLOR, LASK, TIBBS, RICHARDSON, RICKARDS, MC?, SEAMAN, GIFFORD, POHARENCE, BOUY?, JOHNSON, GARZA, LIPSCOMB, WALKER, WELL, ADIOS BOIZ. FROM SOUTH TEXAS

Keywords: USS WINSTON AKA 94 63-65

USS WINSTON AKA94 1964-68

Comments: My fathers name is John " Jerry" Hymes he was on the Winston fron 64-68, was a second class petty officer and he worked in the engine room. He is looking for old navy buddies but does'ent know anything about computers. If you want to talk or mail him, e-mail me at stephen_hymes@hotmail.com and I will set it up from there, Thanx!!!

Keywords: USS WINSTON AKA 94 Vietnam 1964-68

Seeking info concerning USS Winston

Comments: Seeking information from William (Billy) Penland's shipmates who served on the Winston from 1950 to 1953. My father passed away in an accident in 1977.

Keywords: USS Winston AKA 94 '50 to '53

1956

Comments: LOOKING FOR ROGER BELLAMY AKA-94

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USS Winston

Comments: My father, Robert Wilson Harrison (Harry) served on the Winston in the early 1950s. He worked with the Boat Group. He is ill now and would like to establish contact with anyone from the Winston. Thanks!

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1954-56 ENGINE ROOM, M-DIV.

Comments: I served aboard the Winston from 1954-56. I was a Machinery Repairman, (MR3) assigned to M-div. Stood engine room watch. Interested in hearing from anyone remembering myself.

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On AKA-94 from Mar.'52 to June '53

Comments: I would enjoy hearing from anyone who knew me. I was a Machinery Repairman

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Looking for shipmates

Comments: Trying to find shipmates on the uss winston aka 94 from 48 to 52

Keywords: Inchon invasion, Wonsan invasion

Boat Group Commander

Comments: Commissioned in February '52 and joined the ship in drydock at Pearl Harbor. Assigned Asst. Division Officer, First Division, and later as Boat Group Commander. They assigned all the FU's to the Boat Group, but we decided we were the only ones who could do it! Lost a couple of young men to accidents during landing exercises. Had a 1st Lt named Friebourghouse who was wild to try all kinds of seamanship evolutions including a flying moor on Coronado Roads. Later transferred to LST 1073.

Keywords: USS Winston (AKA 94)

AUG 50 TO APR 52

Comments: WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION MY OLD SHIP USS WINSTON

(AKA-94). AUG 50 TO APR 52.

ALSO HAD TWIN BROTHER MIA L2 AUG 50.

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Reunions

Comments: WE RECENTLY HELD A REUNION OF CREWMEMBERS OF THE

USS WINSTON AKA-94 AT INDIANAPOLIS, IN AND PLAN ANOTHER

FOR NEXT SEPTEMBER. DETAILS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

ENJOY YOUR WEB PAGES AND PLAN TO STAY INFORMED.

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