USS Wedderburn (DD-684)

Navy BBS

Legacy Messages - 1995-1999

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Judy Jensen wrote on March 29, 2017

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City and State: CAMARILLO CA

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Service or Relationship: Other

Comments: Myron Jensen, signalman, on the Wedderburn, passed away on 3/12/2017, at 96 he just started talking about his service, then he was gone. He was a private man, so all 7 of his children don't know much about those times. Mentioned Iwa Jima..he was from Iowa. We would appreciate any memories from his shipmates.

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Samuel Hightower wrote on September 13, 2016

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City and State: SAN DIEGO CA

Unit: AFT ENGINE ROOM

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Rode the old Wedded burn from 62 to 64 then went ashore after 8 years at sea.She was a little 2100 fletcher class can. Good ship, good crew.

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Sharon Vecsey-Minor wrote on June 16, 2014

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City and State: GILBERT AZ

Unit: USN

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father, Joseph Victor Vecsey, served on the USS Weddeburn. He enlisted in 1937 and was commissioned to the USS New Yorker. He was in the South Pacific during Pearl Harbor. I am researching his travels especially in the South Pacific, where he and other crew members landed on a small island in the Fiji Islands, specifically the Northern Yasawa's, and went ashore to meet Abraham on the Island of Ygnetta. Were you or anyone you know, there with him and can you tell me more about this adventure!

Keywords: South Pacific
Fiji Islands
Northern Yasawa Islands
Ygnetta
Abraham

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Roy (Bill) Wade wrote on November 5, 2013

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City and State: JOHNS ISLAND SC

Unit: WEDDERBURN

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: searchingfor vietnam era vets

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Ron Keeler wrote on September 1, 2013

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City and State: CHARLESTON SC

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Have you checked the Tin Can Sailors website? There should be a

listing of TCS members and the years they were on the USS

Wedderburn.







Ron Keeler

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Constance Stowe wrote on September 1, 2013

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City and State: MONTAGUE MI

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am looking for any veterans from the USS.
Wedderburn 1950-1954 that may know my brother Gary
Bowen.

I would like to make contact so I could re-connect
him with people he may have served with..or any
family members that may have had family serving

with him.....please e-mail

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Thomas E. (T.E.) Moore wrote on June 25, 2012

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Comments: On 8,Sept.,1951, Lt.(jg)P.L.Working of VF-54, off of
the USS Essex CV-9, had his aircraft hit by enemy
flak, he ditched in the sea. When the radio ask if
anyone was on the way to Lt.Working's rescue, the USS
Wedderburn DD-684 reported; The ship is steaming, the
helicopter is launched, the whaleboat is over the
side, and supper is hot on the table. Well
done,Wedderburn.

Keywords: Lt.(jg)P.L.Working,VF-54, USS Essex-CV-9, Rescue

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Frank Carlson JR. wrote on January 28, 2012

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City and State: YUMA AZ

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: i served on the uss wedderburn from 1965 to 1968 trying
to find personnel that served the same time

Keywords: 684

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Richard E. Frazee wrote on February 22, 2011

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: Wedderburn was pariaally in moth balls at this time.
Sister ships for the trip were: Twining, Uhlman, Weden

Keywords: Trip to Panama / South America June 1950

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R. Ernest Ledtje JR. wrote on March 23, 2010

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City and State: WILTON IA

Unit: VA-115

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments:

Keywords: I am helping a Vet, and need some help on if USS Wedderburn was ever on any inland waterway. Or what was the clost it came to the shore of South Vietnam.
Thank-you
R. Ernest LEDTJE

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Missy Matas wrote on December 26, 2008

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father Frank Matas served on the Wedderburn in (around) 1950 
1955. He hung out with a few guys, one being George DePinto (spelling?
Not sure). This Christmas, we gave him a picture of the ship, which
brought back memories, that he enjoyed sharing with this five children,
and grandchildren.

If anyone remembers him, please contact me, I enjoyed watching his eyes
light up this Christmas while recalling his glory days on the 684.

Thanks,
Missy Matas

Keywords: Korean War; Wedderburn

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Bob Van Keuren wrote on October 6, 2008

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City and State: WILLIAMSBURG KY

Unit: SUPPLY DEPARTMENT

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

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Keywords: Supply Department 1957 - 1958

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Jan Guyton wrote on April 7, 2008

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City and State: MCDONOUGH GA

Unit: NA

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: FYI--There will be a Wedderburn Reunion in Wilmington, North Carolina April 17-21, 2008.
I know this is last minute, but I just now found this site. For more information, please contact LeGrand Lanier at 910-327-3330.
Jan Guyton

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Donna Chandler wrote on April 30, 2006

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City and State: HUACHUCA CITY AZ

Unit: USS WEDDERBURN (DD-684)

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father served on the USS Wedderburn during the Korean Conflict. His name was Donald E. Stringer and I know he was promoted to Boiler Tender Third Class. My father died October 1954 before I was born. I am hoping to contact anyone who may have known him and would like to share their memories.

Keywords: I have a letter to my uncle from
W. M. Klee
Commander, U.S. Navy,
Commanding, USS WEDDERBURN

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Joseph LaPlante SR. wrote on December 14, 2005

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City and State: WADDELL AZ

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

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Charels Rogers JR. wrote on September 23, 2005

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City and State: SAN ANTONIO TX

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father was on the Wedderburn 1951 to 1952. He went by Charlie and was a gunners mate. He died in 1983. I just found this sight and was wondering if there is any one out there who remembers him. Thanks!

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Beux Wedderburn wrote on December 13, 2004

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Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: I am an active duty OS2 stationed in San Diego, looking for information on the WEDDERBURN. I share the same last name as the LTJG that WEDDERBURN is named for. Anything to help me learn more about the ship and Ltjg Charles Wedderburn would be greatly appreciated.

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Harold Zafke wrote on October 15, 2004

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City and State: BLAINE MN

Unit: 684 UPPER HAND

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

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Arlos Ledbetter wrote on August 21, 2004

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City and State: CHATTANOOGA TN

Unit: FIRE CONTROL TECHNICION

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments:

Keywords: led,

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Andre' Allemand wrote on January 19, 2004

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My Dad was an SK2 on the Wedderburn during the Korean War. He did not speak much to me about his actions, only that his war duty was long. My brother was born while he was away. Once, I took my Dad and My son to the USS Kidd museum in Baton Rouge. the Kidd was a fletcher class and Dad was telling us stories about the simularities of the two ships. We sort of went off the assigned tour and searched around the ship. I could see it in his eyes. His remembering certian things while on there was unique and a bit of living history to me and my son. My Dad passed away in 1996. He was a proud american and believed in what was right.

-Andre'

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Randy Alemand wrote on October 28, 2003

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City and State: LA

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My dad passed away in 96. He spoke fondly of his service on "his" ship. I was born when he was in Korea and grew up hearing stories of friends and good times on the ship, he never spoke of the bad timeS.

I'm sending his reguards (he wouold have loved this site)

Randy Allemand for Store Keeper 2nd class
NOLAN PAUL ALLEMAND

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Donald Bragg wrote on August 16, 2003

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City and State: WHITE HALL MD

Unit: TORPEDOMAN 3RD CLASS

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: I served on this ship fron 1952 till 1955. I was in the torpedo gang, and made four trips over seas. would like to hear from old friends.

Keywords: nickname Big Sid

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Joshua Allemand wrote on August 10, 2003

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: My grandpaw served in the korean war. He was a cook on the USS WEDERBURN . He passed away in 1996

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Robert Cox wrote on May 11, 2003

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City and State: TX

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Service or Relationship: -

Comments: MY FATHER WAS ON THE 684 HIS NAME WAS ROBERT E, COX . HE WAS FROM BLOOMINGTON IND, I HAVE FOUND SOME OF HIS SERVICE PAPERS AND WOULD LIKE TO TALK TO ANY ONE WHO MAY HAVE SERVED WITH HIM .HE PASSED AWAY IN 1979 HE ALSO SERVED ON THE USS HOPEWELL.PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU KNEW HIM.IT WOULD BE A PLEASURE THANKS ROBERT COX

Keywords: BOILERMAN 2nd CLASS

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David Poole wrote on February 26, 2003

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City and State: BAYARD IA

Unit: USS WEDDERBURN DD684

Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea

Comments: Made a lot of friends on the Wedderburn and would surely like to see them again or at least commicate with them. Served from 53 through 55.

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Steve Searle wrote on January 1, 2003

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: iam looking for my father who i never seen my mother found a letter and it says on it uss wedderburn on it how can i get alist of people who were on that ship

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Jerry Mcgowan wrote on December 13, 2002

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City and State: GERALDINE AL

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: i ran across this site while researching my old ship the uss saint paul that i served aboard in 57-58,howell was my favorite uncle,i dont know what years he served aboard the wedderburn i just know i was a kid and now im 63,he was a fn or bt i just know he worked in the boiler room,he stayed in about 20+years and retired he was a first class

Keywords: howell hill,nickname wormy

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John Harris wrote on November 16, 2001

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City and State: ABIQUIU NM

Unit: RADIOMAN USS WEDDERBURN

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: I served two tours of Korea in 1951 and 1952 and then transferred to serve about two years on the USS Halfbeak (SS352). I contacted Herbert Persky Jr. a few years ago and when he left the Wedderburn went to college and then became a fighter pilot for the Marines. I have lost contact with everyone else. I have a great story about Christmas at sea, I believe in 1951.

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Arlos Ledbetter wrote on November 13, 2001

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City and State: CHATTANOOGA TN

Unit: SERVED WITH TASK FORCE 77 AND 95

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: I went from boot camp in San Diego to Hunters Point Naval Ship Yard in San Francisco to help take the 684 out of moth balls from WW II for Korean duty. I was aboard from 1951 to 1955 during which time I became an FT2. Would like to hear from others aboad during this time period.

Keywords: "Led"

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Alvin Ebert wrote on April 20, 2001

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City and State: WATERFORD CT

Unit: USS WEDDERBURN DD684

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: I served aboard the USS WEDDERBURN DD684 - 57/58 as the HM1 Independent Duty Hospital Corpsman. I am interested in contacting all ex-crewmen of the Wedderburn for adding them to a Wedderburn website. Sincerely, Alvin G. Ebert - ebe91829@aol.com

Keywords: Wedderburn DD684, Destroyer, Hospital Hospital

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Ray Barrett wrote on October 5, 2000

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Unit: DD684 1951 -- 1952

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: Looking for any former crew member, particularly Radiomen, ET's, Sonar, Radar, Quartermasters, anyone who remembers or may know where some of the old crew is. I will respond to all.

Keywords: PERSONAL FRIENDS

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John Sowards wrote on September 24, 2000

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City and State: MARYVILLE MO

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My Grandfather is looking for anyone who was on the Wetterburn from between '52 to '55. His name is Lorin Sowards. He was a GM3. If you have any information about him please write me back.

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Kenneth Nelson wrote on June 2, 2000

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran - Korea

Comments: I would like to hear from anyone who was on the Wedderburn form mid 1952 to mid l953 or anyone else who knows some stories from the ship. I celebrated New Years Eve l953 at Okinawa. Let me know if there is anyone who remembers those times. Thanks, Kenny

Keywords: Wedderburn,Hamner, Kenny (Nelson K.R.)

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George English wrote on March 11, 2000

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Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: http://web.wt.net/~gecofact/history2.htm

Keywords: USS WEDDERBURN (DD-684)

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