USS Bremerton (CA-130)

Navy BBS

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Mary Rinehart wrote on June 7, 2016

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City and State: ANTELOPE CA

Unit: USS BREMERTON

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My Dad served aboard the USS Bremerton in the early 50's during the Korean War. His name was GM3 Joe E Netto, Jr..He passed away in 2001, I would love to get any pictures of him and his shipmates for my book. Thank you, and god bless.

Keywords: Korean War, USS Bremerton

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Mary Rinehart wrote on June 7, 2016

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City and State: ANTELOPE CA

Unit: USS BREMERTON

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My Dad served aboard the USS Bremerton in the early 50's during the Korean War. His name was GM3 Joe E Netto, Jr..He passed away in 2001, I would love to get any pictures of him and his shipmates for my book. Thank you, and god bless.

Keywords: Korean War, USS Bremerton

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Brian Fowler wrote on January 5, 2016

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Comments: Frank W. Fowler served on the Bremerton in Korea from 1951 to 1953 as a Fire Tech 3rd Class. He passed away 12/2/2014. Before he left us, I researched everything possible about the Bremerton and updated him everyday. He seemed to enjoy it!

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Brandon Smith wrote on November 11, 2015

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City and State: TN

Unit: COMMISSARY CLASS CS3

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Comments: I am looking for fellow sailer that served with my grandfather on the USS Bremerton (CA-130)
from the time the Bremerton was comissioned to Sept. 4 1958. His name is Robert L Smith from Tennessee he served in the Commissary Class CS3. He is currently 79 yrs of age and looking to contact his old friends. Any information you have please feel free to email me and i will forward all information on to him.

Keywords: Pete
Smity
Bob

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Brandon Smith wrote on November 11, 2015

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City and State: CASTAILIAN SPRINGS TN

Unit: COMMISSARY CLASS CS3

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for fellow sailer that served with my grandfather on the USS Bremerton (CA-130)
from the time the Manchester was comissioned to Sept. 4 1958. His name is Robert L Smith from Tennessee he served in the Commissary Class CS3. He is currently 79 yrs of age and looking to contact his old friends. Any information you have please feel free to email me and i will forward all information on to him.

Regards

Brandon M. Smith
Castalian Springs, TN

Keywords: these are current nicknames I have heard
Smity
Bob
Pete

Commissary Class CS3

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Carla Valentine wrote on November 6, 2015

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Comments: Hello,
I live in California and while cleaning out the attic, discovered an old photo album that says USS BREMERTON CA-130. There are many lovely old photographs and a certificate from the United States Navy confirming ROBERT OLIN BATTON as a Radarman, third class. This certificate is signed by R.H. Bass (Captain, US Navy) November 16, 1956.
If anybody knows ROBERT OLIN BATTON or his family, please contact me as I would love to return this old album to its rightful owner.
Kind Regards,
Carla Valentine

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Daria Wiggins-Lewis wrote on July 20, 2015

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Comments: My father was on the USS Bremerton 130 during the Korean War. Sometime between 1951 and 1955. Does anyone remember him? He passed away in 2002, but would love to hear stories and see pictures. Please email me at darialew@aol.com.

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Cindy Vroman wrote on May 16, 2015

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Comments: Does anyone remember my uncle, John Lewis? I have a letter he wrote from the U.S.S. Bremerton from May 1952. He was an artist and painted a map on the wall of all the places the ship had been and an American flag on top the gun turrets. He died very young in 1955.

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Ferrell Williams wrote on March 26, 2013

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City and State: CLANTON AL

Unit: CA130

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: looking for anyone who knew my dad his name is
ferrell williams he was in ships service they called
him
speedy!
thank you

Keywords: ICE CREAM MAN

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Robert Williams wrote on February 17, 2013

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City and State: CLANTON AL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

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Keywords: If anyone knew my dad please contactme at myemail adress thank you

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Janine Collinsworth Menager wrote on November 25, 2012

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City and State: ELK GROVE CA

Unit: 5TH DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Hello, I am re-posting this as my last post was in 2000
and my email has since changed. My father Ralph
Collinsworth served on the Bremerton from 1952-56.
Unfortunately he died in 1982. I would like to hear from
anyone who might have known him. Any information would be
appreciated. Thank you.

Janine (Collinsworth) Menager

Keywords: CA-130 Bremerton Ralph Collinsworth 1952 1953 1954 1955 1956

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Carl Rodriguez SR. wrote on July 1, 2012

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City and State: SAN ANTONIO TX

Unit: 6TH DIV.

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

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Keywords: USS Bremerton , CA 130

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Sarah Ellison wrote on January 18, 2012

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Comments: Hello all! My Grandfather (Donald J. Sutton) was on
this Ship during the Korean war and is looking to get
in touch with a shipmate of his. He is looking to get
in contact with the Chief Machinist Mate, W.B.
Grimes. My grandfather asked me if I can research to
try and get information for him to contact. If anyone
has any information, please email me let me know so I
can pass it on to my grandfather! Please email me if
you have some leads!


Thank you! - Sarah

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Kevin Lawson wrote on December 29, 2011

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Comments: Looking for anyone who served with my grandfather on
the Bremerton from 1956 to 1959 his name was William
Tripp,He died this past summer and would like to know
if anyone had pictures of him aboard the ship or if
anyone just knew him, Thanks

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Robyn Carr wrote on October 24, 2011

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Comments: I'm interested in any information about my Dad, Sam
Ackerman who was on the USS Bremerton during WW11.
Stories that I can pass on to family members.

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Thomas K. Bevilockway SR. wrote on May 31, 2011

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City and State: GLENWOOD UT

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: it would mean a lot if i could find out something about this man, believe he is related to me. thanks to any and all who can help me find this guy.

Keywords: looking for L.R. Brown. served on the bremerton abt. 1951-1953 ? any one know him or where he was from? 

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Kathy Chattin wrote on May 27, 2011

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City and State: LAS VEGAS NV

Unit: USS

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for anyone who was aboard the USS Bremerton about 1950-1955 who knew Walter Chattin. I am his daughter and since he died at such a young age---I did not know him well.
Thank you

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Terry Williams JR. wrote on April 7, 2011

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City and State: LEESVILLE LA

Unit: N/A

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My grandpa passed away in 1993. He served in the Navy, I'm guessing, right out of high school as I have his senior year book dated class of 1951. in it was a picture of some men standing around a life line with "USS Bremerton" on it. His headstone also has "Korea" on it. Since his time in the Navy was before my grandma knew him, we know little of it and have only the one picture. I am looking for any picture or information I can get on his time in the service as I would like to memorialize the period, not only for myself, but also for my children( his great grandchildren). His name was Charles E.(not sure yet about his full middle name) Williams. When I was young everyone called him Sonny but I'm not sure if he would have gone by Sonny at that time.

Keywords: Charles E. (Sonny) Williams served on the USS Bremerton during Korea

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Brian Mobley wrote on January 19, 2011

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Comments: Hello,

I am looking for any information on my Dad. I have his "Domain of the Golden Dragon" card that was issued on May 1, 1952 from the USS Bremerton CA-130. I remember him talking about being in the Korean war and if his civilian career followed his Navy service then I believe he would have been a Boiler Technician, but I can't be certain. His name was Eldridge O. Mobley and all of his friends just called him Dick. If anyone served with him or has a cruise book from the '52 Korean War Deployment that they may be able to scan a picture, or has any other information about where I can go to get more info on the Bremerton's crew and whatnot I would greatly appreciate hearing from you. He passed away 30 years ago when I was a small child and his Golden Dragon Card is the only thing I have of his Naval service.

Thank You All So Much,

Keywords: U.S.S. Bremerton CA-130

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Russ Callaway wrote on December 25, 2010

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Comments: Hi,
I've been interested in finding information on my grandpa who served in the Korean War. I believed he served on the USS Jason and USS Bremerton. Just looking for confirmation if anyone knew of him and his duties abord these ships(or if other if these are wrong). His name was Loy Branscum.

Keywords: ships-battles-duties

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Elisa Montes wrote on October 24, 2010

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City and State: ANDERSON CA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: we are looking for any info on Merle Ballard who served on the uss bremerton ca-130 in the 1950's. He is my boyfriends father and he would love some history on his dads time in the service , his rank or anything really. We are also looking for a uss bremerton ca-130 cig lighter also and havent been able to find one. we do know they did make one and he thinks his fathers was penguin brand but we havent located one as of yet. any info is greatly appreciated. please call text or email any info you may have . Thank you, Elisa Montes emaria2522@aol.com or 530-207-7078

Keywords: Merle Ballard, uss bremerton ca-130 cig lighter

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Elizabeth Wilson wrote on May 12, 2010

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City and State: RUTHERFORDTON NC

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Service or Relationship: Other

Comments: looking for any one that may have known dorise henry waynick nick name rocky served in korean war thought it could be uss rogester or bremerton cruise

Keywords: ship bermerton cruise

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Elizabeth Wilson wrote on May 12, 2010

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City and State: RUTHERFORDTON NC

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Service or Relationship: Other

Comments: looking for any one that may have known dorise henry waynick nick name rocky served in korean war thought it could be uss rogester or bremerton cruise

Keywords: ship bermerton cruise

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Kelly McBee wrote on May 5, 2010

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City and State: VALLEY SPRINGS CA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: looking for men that served with walter lee mcbee.aka booker. i dont know what division he was in.i have his medals and would like to learn more about him

Keywords: manilla bay.wan san harbor

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Kelly McBee wrote on May 5, 2010

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Comments: i dont know what division he was in.he was seaman first class.he served 50 to 54 i beleive.his name was walter lee mcbee. if anyone knew him please contact me.

Keywords: his nickname was booker.

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William Crenshaw SR. wrote on April 8, 2010

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City and State: CRAMERTON NC

Unit: U.S SEVENTH FLEET

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: I enjoyed all the time i spent with the guys in K div. Just found George Valdez name and thought I would try to contact him... have been to five reunions and looking forward to 2011 in BAMA would like to contact any other shipmates Bill...

Keywords: Served aboard ship during Korean War.and stayed aboard for the next two cruises..

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Liza Ackerman-Stewart wrote on March 25, 2010

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City and State: FALLON NV

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father Ernest W. Ackerman was on this ship around the year of 1951-1952 Does any one have a pictures of this ship or even know or have a picture of my father on this ship.

Keywords: I think he was a fireman on the ship

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Charles E. Whisnant wrote on November 17, 2009

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City and State: AUGUSTA GA

Unit: 2ND DIVISIONON

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: ENJOYED MY TIME IN THE NAVY AND HAVE MANY MEMORIES.MY PHONE NO'S AS OF THIS DATE, NOVEMBER 17 2009 IS (706)798-8438 HOME (706)373-3981 CELL.WELCOME CALLS FROM ANYONE.GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP OUR COUNTRY ON YOUR PRAYER LIST EACH DAY!

Keywords: ON USS.BREMERTON CA 130(HEAVY CRUISER) FROM 1951 TO SOMETIME 1953,TRANSFERRED FROM THERE TO USS WALTON DE 361.(DESTROYER ESCORT)

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Sandy Cardiff wrote on November 12, 2009

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Comments: My father, Clarence Ray Lee, Marine Corp served in Korea and was on this ship at some point. Anyone remember him? I'm sure he would love to get in touch with anyone that was on this ship during the Korean war.

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Angela Sanchez wrote on October 16, 2009

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Comments: My grandpa was on the USS-130 Bremerton in around 1954-1956. His name is Jerry Parsons, im on here looking for ship mates of his. Thought it would be fun to get in touch with some of them. Thank You!

Keywords: USS Bremerton CA130
Jerry Parsons
JP

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Bruce Hirstius wrote on August 25, 2009

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City and State: METAIRIE LA

Unit: QATER MASTER

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: If you can help me locate any one of these men.I will be grateful.

Keywords: Gaylord Krahn
Hiram Hill
Raymon Culberson (Deceased)

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Charles E. Whisnant wrote on July 4, 2009

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City and State: AUGUSTA GA

Unit: VETERAN

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: WOULD LIKE FOR ANY INFORMATION AS TO HER DESTINY

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John Foley wrote on May 18, 2009

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Comments: I am looking for anyone who can recall serving with a salior named John Prince onboard the USS Bremerton from 1952 to 1955.

He told us that primarily he worked painting decks.

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Cindi Dennis wrote on May 17, 2009

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Comments: My dad, Charlie Strandberg served on the USS Bremerton 1952-1956. He is looking for information or location on Therman Oliver.

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Terry Prince wrote on August 27, 2008

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City and State: WEST COVINA CA

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Looking for pictures below deck on the USS Bremerton, we have several pictures above deck and are willing to share. My father, John Prince was aboard from 1952 to 1955. If any one has pictures from these years please contact us. He worked in the galley, paint locker and look-out. Thank you, Terry Prince

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Bruce Hirstius wrote on July 17, 2008

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City and State: METAIRIE LA

Unit: QUATERMASTER

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Get in touch with me.Any one of the Quatermastersin this division,please contact me.

Keywords: Raymon Culberson
Hiram Hill
Andrew Margaretta
Gaylord Krahn

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Paul Lamoreux wrote on April 13, 2008

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City and State: ROCHESTER MN

Unit: E-DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: I'd enjoy hearing from anyone who knows me from those years in the Navy.

Keywords: Harbor Defense Unit, San Francisco, 1954-56 // USS Bremerton, CA-130, Long Beach, Yokosuka,1956-57 - Naval Air Training Center, Olathe, KS, 1957-59

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Pat F. Carpenter wrote on February 11, 2008

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City and State: INDIANAPOLIS IN

Unit: SIGNALMAN, 1957-1960

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Seeking info on ship reunion and any info on signalmen from these ships during this time period.

Thanks, PF Carpenter

Keywords: USS ST. PAUL (CA-73)(1957-1958); USS BREMERTON (1958-1960)

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Melanie Hightower/Ruiz wrote on December 27, 2007

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Comments: I was wondering if anyone had any photos of my dad aboard ship? His name was Joe Hightower and he was in the galley as a cook. He did not have any pictures and I have always been interested in his Naval days. Please help.

Keywords: Bremerton/ Korea 1951-1955

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Alixis Lupien wrote on July 16, 2007

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Comments: Hi, I would like to find people who knew my grandfather,m Henry Lupien. He always talked about how he loved the navy life. And now that I'm in the Navy too, I'd like to know what he was like. Email me at hesitant_smile@yahoo.com! THanks!

Keywords: Henry, Hank, Gunner's Mate

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Joseph Pieralde wrote on June 30, 2006

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City and State: PLEASANT HILL CA

Unit: N DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: I am looking for Ray Issacs. Shipmate from 1958 - 1960. Possibily career Navy.

Joe Pieralde

Keywords: Ray Issacs

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Bud Collins wrote on May 30, 2006

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City and State: BRADENTON FL

Unit: HOSPITAL CORPSMAN

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: If anyone has phots please forward via e-mail

Keywords: I served on the Bremerton from 1954 1956 assigned to hospital corps duty during the Koean conflict. Looking for photos and shipmates from that time of service.

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Charles (Chuck) Boerner wrote on February 7, 2006

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Unit: B DIV.

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Looking for anyone in B Division for period 1958-60

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Alma Stricker Mellinger wrote on January 27, 2006

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City and State: PRESCOTT VALLEY AZ

Unit: CA130 7 FLEET

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I extend my utmost thanks and gratefulness to all who served in our armed forces. We love you and forever indebted to you.

Keywords: My brother John (Jack) Stricker is looking for his shipmates of the Bremerton in the 50's.
He lives in Houston, Ohio. Also looking for Tony Cavello.
Please feel free to contact him at 937-295-3416 or send me an email to

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Kimberly Edwards wrote on September 30, 2005

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Comments: My uncle, Jesse M. Rooks, Jr. served as a Boatsman Mate on the USS Bremerton from 1952-54. He's interested in located two gentlemen that served with him. JE Holland and Jim Young (from OK)..if you know of these guys and how to contact them..please email me
Thanks

Keywords: Boatsman's Mate, JE Holland, Jim Young, 1952, 1953, 1954 Jesse M. Rooks, Jr.

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Kelly McBee wrote on September 17, 2005

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Comments: i was wondering if anybody knew my dad ...walter lee mcbee 1950 to 1953 he was seamen 1st class. i havent got any photos of him on board the vessel if anyone remembers him please contact me at kool454@hotmail.com thank you.... Kelly

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Kim Savage wrote on August 8, 2005

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Comments: Hello. My Grandfather Gilliam Harris served on the Bremerton as a gunner-mate(?) in the mid to late 1940's(45 to 47 I think).I would love to hear from anyone who may have served with him. He is alive and well in Indiana.

Keywords: Gilliam Harris Bremerton CA 130

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Cindy Vroman wrote on July 4, 2005

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Comments: Looking for anyone who knew John Lewis who served on the U.S.S. Bremerton in the Korean war. He was the ships artist and painted maps on the walls of the ship and various other art projects. He died in a car accident a couple of years after leaving the navy. I have read several letters that he wrote and he sounds like a great guy.

Keywords: U.S.S. Bremerton, John Lewis

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Arsel L. (Pat) Patterson wrote on April 29, 2005

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City and State: KNOXVILLE TN

Unit: M DIVISION

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking to contact old shipmates!!!

Keywords: Patterson, Carnes, Thunderburg

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Carl Holmes wrote on March 2, 2005

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City and State: PASADENA TX

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: Hi again, just wanted to give my e-mail fir persons interested in receiving the pictures I have of the Pollywag-Shellback initiation.
carlh2401@aol.com

Keywords: USS Bremerton Ca 130

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