VP Shipmate Directory
 "...MAGOON, AOM Richard M...My step-father, Richard M. Magoon, was a AOM Bombardier, VPB-117, Crew 16, under LT(jg) Jan Carter. (Pictured page 31 "Above an Angry Sea, U S Navy B-24 Liberator and PB4Y-2 Privateer" by Alan C. Carey). Just to note, dad rarely talked about any war experiences unless with shipmates during heavy drinking... Great dad, he finished 23 years in the Navy (as a Fire Control Technician.) He passed away October 14, 1993. Miss him a bounch. Bought him a memorial brick at the Museum on Ford Island..." Contributed by George W. Carte gcarte@cableone.net [25SEP2017]
"...MOFIELD, Sylvester...My Father, Sylvester Mofield, served with VP-56 at NAS Keflavik, Iceland in 1962 (April and May). My Father passed away in 1988. I would like to hear from his former Shipmates. Nathan Mofield natemofield@yahoo.com..." [25FEB2007]
"...MONTIERTH, Matt...Regret to inform all Matt Montierth (VQ-2 1971-1974) has died from complications of pneumonia. A beloved friend and brother-in-law...William Unger (VQ-2 1971-1974) william.unger@cox.net..." [03JAN2005]
"...MOORE, Randell "Randy"...I am sorry to report that Randy passed late February early March 2010. Randy served with VP-19 Crew-2 and Crew-4..." Contributed by KUSMIERZ, CWO4 Richard T. Retired kusi555@hotmail.com [21JAN2011]
"...MOORE, Richard N...Richard N. Moore passed away in 1993. Richard was a member our Crew 9 of VP-892 (1951-1952)...TIMMER, AT2 Harold w8hgt@sbcglobal.net..." [21MAR2005]
"...MOORE, Thomas E...Tom Moore 72, of Poyen, AR passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at UAMS in Little Rock. He was born July 25, 1937 in Elaine, Arkansas the son of the late Selfie Matthew and Alice Mae (Wake) Moore. He was retired from the U.S. Navy having served twenty years, including a tour 1971-1974 with Patrol Squadron Four (VP-4) at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, and then loved traveling, camping but especially being with his family and he was a Baptist. He was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law Kenny Batchelor. Survivors are his wife of fifty-four years, Rebecca Ann Moore to whom he married September 27, 1955. Also his sons, Matt Moore and wife Jane of Austin, Texas, Tommy Moore and wife Charlene of Poyen. Daughter Cindy Batchelor of Poyen, Brothers, Joseph and Jimmy Carroll of Poyen and Danny Moore of Sheridan, Sister, Barbara Jenkins of Hot Springs, Grandchildren, Lauren Moore, Hollye Townley, Justin Moore and wife Kate, Kevin Moore, Brock Townley and wife Diane, Tera Stubblefield and husband Jason, Tasha Robbins and husband Cullun, Travis Graff, Zach Batchelor, and Heath Batchelor and wife Shanna, Great-grandchildren, Kaden Townley, Kodee and Bo Batchelor, Ashley Archer, Blake Robbins, Bo and Bella Stubblefield. Visitation will be Friday November 27, from 6 until 8PM at Regency. Funeral is 2PM Saturday November 28, in the Regency Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Kevin Spurlin officiating. Burial in Lindsey-Poyen Cemetery with Military Honors. Pallbearers are Gary Jenkins, Randall, Jimmy Darrell, Eric, and Jason Moore, Jacob and Tyler Hicks and Toni Thacker. Honorary pallbearers are Tim Moore, Burt Hicks and Eric Gioco. Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home. You may sign the guestbook at http://www.regencyfuneralhome.com..." Contributed by ANDRUSZKEWICZ, Steve "Andy" sgpa2zfmly@aol.com [26DEC2009]
"...MOORE, ADJC William F. Sr. My father, ADJC William F. Moore Sr., past away June 14, 2005. He was a member of VP-1 during the around the world return flight deployment, we've watch his home movies numerous times over the years. He was a Plance Captain and left VP-1 as an ADR3. He retired in January 1974 from NPMTC NAS Point Mugu, California but was a Flight Engineer and his last VP outfit was VP-50 in NAS Moffett Field, California from 1969 to 1971. VP-1 CMC and two fellow CPOs provided pall bearer services in June for his funeral in Mount Vernon, WA were he was laid to rest next his wife Marilyn Moore who past away in April 2004. If any one remembers my father or may have photos of him you may reach me at my email address. William F. Moore, Jr. ATCS Retired cmsservices@roadrunner.com..." [08NOV2005]
"...MOORE, William "Russ"...My father,William (Russ) Moore, was OIC of VAH-4 Det Lima. He was killed at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington in 1961. I didn't have much time to come to know him, as he and my mother divorced when I was young. My siblings and I spent part of the summer before he was killed with him and Martha, my step-mother at Coupeville. I am interested in contacting anyone who knew him. Thanks to all of you out there for your service and dedication..." Contributed by Bill Moore wmoore@uoregon.edu [01MAY2013]
"...MOORER, Admiral Thomas H...(Served with VP-22, VB-132, FAW-2, FAW-10, and USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13)) - Retired U.S. Navy Adm. Thomas Moorer, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from July 1970 to June 1974 and chief of naval operations from 1967 to 1970, died today at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. He was 91. The 41-year Navy veteran retired from active duty in 1974, ending a distinguished career that included service as the seventh chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and 18th chief of naval operations. Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Gordon England, praised the admiral's distinguished service by saying, "Admiral Thomas Moorer served his country with honor, courage and commitment throughout his active and dynamic life. "His bravery in combat, his dedication and strong leadership as chief of naval operations and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff guided our Navy, and our armed forces, through some of the most turbulent years in America's history." Marine Corps Gen. Peter Pace, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said, "I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Admiral Tom Moorer. He served the United States Navy and our great nation with distinction. Admiral Moorer's legacy, as both chief of naval operations, and as the seventh chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has made a lasting impression on all of us who have followed. "On behalf of General Myers, and all the Joint Chiefs of Staff, I offer our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Moorer family during this difficult time. May you draw comfort from your memories, as we remember fondly how Admiral Moorer served his country - and all of us - so well." Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Vern Clark added, "Admiral Moorer's leadership had a profound impact on our institution and a personal influence on many of us who were fortunate enough to serve under him. He displayed extraordinary courage both in combat and in the process of instituting positive change throughout our military." Born Feb. 9, 1912, in Mt. Willing, Ala., Adm. Moorer graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1933. After completing naval aviation training at the Pensacola Naval Air Station in 1936, he flew with fighter squadrons based on the carriers Langley, Lexington and Enterprise. Adm. Moorer was serving with Patrol Squadron Twenty-Two at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, when the Japanese attacked in December 1941. His squadron subsequently participated in the Dutch East Indies Campaign in the Southwest Pacific where he flew numerous combat missions. Moorer received a Purple Heart after being shot down and wounded off the coast of Australia in February 1942 and then surviving an attack on the rescue ship, which was sunk by enemy action the same day. Moorer received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his valor three months later when he braved Japanese air superiority to fly supplies into and evacuate wounded out of the island of Timor. Tours afloat included operations officer aboard USS Midway and on the staff of Commander Carrier Division Four, Atlantic Fleet. Moorer commanded USS Salisbury Sound. Promoted to vice admiral in 1962, Moorer took command of the Seventh Fleet, and in June 1964 became commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet as a full admiral. One year later, he took command of NATO's U.S. Atlantic Command and the U.S. Atlantic Fleet, becoming the first naval officer to command both the Pacific and Atlantic Fleets. President Johnson appointed him chief of naval operations in 1967, and after serving almost three years, President Nixon selected him to be chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff--the first naval officer to hold this position in 13 years. On July 2, 1974, Adm. Moorer retired from active duty. At his retirement ceremony, a second Department of Defense Distinguished Service Medal was presented by Secretary of Defense James R. Schlesinger for extraordinary performance of duty and exceptional achievement as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from January 1973 to June 1974. In this citation, the secretary of defense said, "I particularly note that Tom Moorer has always put his country's interests before anything else, and it is this quality I recognize in presenting him the only oak leaf cluster ever given to the Defense Distinguished Service Medal." Adm. Moorer is survived by his wife, the former Carrie Ellen Foy, and their four children...Tom Frohne t@frohne.com..." [25FEB2004]
"...MORAN, Laurence "Babe" A...Laurence A. “Babe” Moran, 91, died June 15, 2012 at the Iowa Veteran’s Home, Marshalltown, Iowa from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. He was born on Feb. 11, 1921, in Duluth, to Ralph & Christine (Vechello) Moran. He graduated from Denfeld High School in 1939. He was employed in Duluth and Detroit until enlisting in the Naval Aviation program in May 1942 and was awarded his gold Navy pilots wings in June 1943, served two tours as a combat pilot in the south Pacific, until his release in Nov. 1945. Among his many decorations are the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal. In 1947 he established Moran Photo Studio in West Duluth as a portrait & commercial photographer. In June of 1950 he was recalled by the Navy, spent two years patrolling the Aleutian Islands and an additional two years as a flight instructor in Glenview, Illinois. He was discharged from the US Navy Reserve as a Lieutenant Commander. Upon returning to Duluth he resumed his studio operations and was a working photographer until retirement. In 1993 he married Sue Dye; they divided their time between Hampton, Iowa and Mesa, Arizona. In retirement he became a master wood carver, but never lost his interest in photography and aviation. He was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter Christina Moselle, sister Lena, brothers Clarence and Vernon and sisters-in-law Val, Norma & Jane. He is survived by his wife Sue, daughters Roberta (Gene) Moselle, Superior, Wisconsin, and Lynn (David) Meyer, St. Paul, grandchildren Sarah Moselle, Charlie, and Lucy Meyer; great-grandchildren, Christina and Robert Moselle; brothers, Cliff, New Iberia, Louisiana and Ken (Jackie), Duluth. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. The family would like to thank the Iowa Veteran’s Home for their wonderful care. Visitation 1 until the 2 pm Memorial Service Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Williams-Lobermeier-Boettcher Funeral Home. Burial in Calvary Cemetery accorded by the Duluth Combined Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made to the East Central Iowa Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, 317 Seventh Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 - Williams Lobermeier Boettcher Funeral Home.." Contributed by Jonathan Horne (son of LCDR Philip A. Horne) jhorne@izap.com [14AUG2013]
 "... MORAN, AOC Raymond Thomas...My dad, Raymond Thomas Moran AOC (Retired/deceased), served with VP-21 (April 24, 1940 to January 20, 1942), VP-102 (January 20, 1942 to March 31, 1942) and VP-62 in the Aleutians after he got back from Perth. Do any of you by chance remember him? He was a white Irish Catholic, approx 5'7" tall and 176 lbs. w/brown hair and blue eyes. He was probably a wise guy with a great sense of humor. I have some pictures of him in the 50's but I'll have to search around for those any older than that. I don't know too much about him because he and mom divorced the year I was born. I just received the Bronze Star posthumously for him on April 3, 2009. The Navy has already reissued the rest of his medals to me. If any of you remember my dad please write back. FYI, my local paper the Freelance Star (http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2009/052009/05112009/462968), the DoD WebSite (http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=54762) and the PBY Memorial Foundation have published my story (http://www.pbyma.org/news.html). God Bless...Ronald T. Moran ronald.moran@dla.mil..." [02JUL2009]
"...MORDENTE, AOC(AW/AC) Samuel P...It is sad to report the loss of AOC(AW/AC) Samuel P. MORDENTE on May 19, 2024. He served with VP-66, VP-839 and VP-883. SEE: https://www.robertacciofuneralhome.com/obituaries/Samuel-Mordente/#!/TributeWall..." Contributed by BENTON, AT1 John Retired bentonj456@gmail.com [14AUG2024]
"...MORGAN, ATC Calvin E...I must sadly report that Calvin E. Morgan passed away December 2, 2018 in Brunswick, Maine. He served with VP-10 from 1959 - 1962. He was 94 years old..." Contributed by WILSON, AT2 Robert T. Jr. helgasgardener@gmail.com [23FEB2019]
"...MORGAN, AT2 Robert "Budda Belly"...My friend, AT2 Robert "Budda Belly" Morgan, passed away July 10, 2013. We served together as part of VP-4 between 1986 and 1990..." Contributed by OSBORNE, AT1(AW) Mark Retired oriontk@att.net [20AUG2014]
"...MORIARTY, CDR John J...My Dad, Commander John J. Moriarty, was at NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts as a reserve officer. He has since passed away and I would love to hear from anyone who new him and what he and the brave men did. He never talked about his military service which began in 1943 serving active duty in the Pacific. I would love to know more. He flew a P2v then another, perhaps a P-3? I recall Orion as a patch, perhaps a Patriot and a Neptune. Dad's DD-214 mentioned the following: USN Receiving Station, Boston, MA, VP-10 (Naval Aviator) NAS Alameda, California, NAS Pensacola, Florida, NAS Squantum, Massachusetts, University of N.C. at Chapel Hill and NAS Atlanta, Georgia. Also says Asiatic Pacific, Phillipine liberation. I know he was also in the Korean (war?) called onto active duty from the reserves. His DD-214 doesn't even mention being at NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts but he sure was. He spent the most time there in the reserves. Any info would be most appreciated. Thank you all. You are truly heroes...P.L. Moriarty plm1010@comcast.net..." [14NOV2006]
"...MORRISON, AM3 Robert E...Dad entered Active Duty 10-31-1942, date of his separation Jan 19, 1946. He was a Aviation Metalsmith, AM3C, CASU-4, Born July 30, 1924, Home of Record Connersville, Indiana. Died Nov 11, 1994, buried at Cave Hill Cemetery Louisville KY. Dad was award the Victory Medal, American Campaign medal, Asisatic Pacific Campaign Medal and a good conduct medal...His son, Gregory Morrison gregmorrison2005@aol.com..." [31AUG2007]
"...MORRISON, CAPTAIN Talmage Hiram...Talmage Hiram Morrison Jr. passed away June 3, 2015. He was born October 20, 1921 in Santa Monica, CA to Talmage and Birdie Morrison. Talmage graduated from Washington High School in 1939. He entered the US Navy on July 3, 1940. He served during WWII and the Korean War. He retired as a Captain on June 30 1967 (http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Talmage-Morrison&lc=1215&pid=175017716&mid=6472364). Captain Morrison flew with my father in VB-144 (1944). This leaves my father, Philip Horne (98), as the sole surviving pilot...." Contributed by Jonathan Horne jonathan.horne53@gmail.com [13JUL2015]
"...MORROW, LT Howard R....My father, LT Howard R. Morrow, AVN, USNR, was seriously injured in a take-off accident in VB-131 PV-1 BUNO: 33189 early in December, 1943, in New Guinea. All six aboard the a/c survived. My father is now deceased. I would like to have any survivors in the crew contact me. They were: LT Bradford G. Swonetz, AVN, USNR; AMM1c Lowell F. Meyer, USN; Andrew T. Lenta, RM3c, USN; Walter E. Street, AOM2c, USNR; and James F. Ransone, AOM2c, USNR...Claudia Morrow clajar44@yahoo.com..." [11MAR2005]
"...MORROW, AT2 William Jr. "Bill"...My father, William Edward "Bill", passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016. He served as an AT2 with VW-11 (1956-1960) in NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada. I would like to hear from any of Dad's Shipmates..." Contributed by bbjm7300@bellsouth.net [16APR2016]
"...MORRIS, CAPTAIN M. Eugene "Moe"...Marion "Moe" Eugene Morris, Capt. USN, Ret., born July 4, 1926, passed away at his home in Colorado Springs, Colorado on April 2, 2005 surrounded by his loving family only eighteen days after the death of his beloved wife of 57 years, Virginia. Moe served with VP-MS-7 / VP-47, MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, NAS North Island, San Diego, California, 1947-1959. Ensign PPC with Ensign FP and Midshipman 3rd pilot/nav. Later flew PBM-5As on NAS Kwajalein, Marshall Islands for Operation Ivy, then with VP-48 1953-1955 PBMs P5Ms. Served on USS Albemarle (AV-5) on east coast, 1959-60...Lee Anderson vp48sugarfox1@gmail.com ..." [05APR2005]
"...MORASCH, AWC Paul "Shark"...On Sunday February the 28th, 2016 we lost an amazing husband, father, and overall human being. Retired Navy Chief Petty Officer Paul (Shark) Morasch Jr. is survived by his Wife of 45 years Carolyn, His kids Martin, Elizabeth, & Zoe; His Grand kids Marquis, Evan, Lindsay, Malcolm, and Brayden; His siblings James and Terri; Numerous nieces and nephews; The countless members of his Navy family, and proceeded in death by his Brother Perry, Mother Eleanor, Brother Phillip, Brother Tom, and Father Paul Sr. Retired U.S. Navy Anti-Submarine Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (AWC) Paul (Shark) Morasch was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery with full complete Navy honors on September 6th 2016. away 0n February 28th 2016. We lost an amazing career navy veteran..." Contributed by WCS Greg Manross greggm1106@yahoo.com [13APR2018]
"...MOSELY, AFCM Dennis R...AFCM Dennis R. Mosely, 58, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2004. Master Chief Mosely retired from the US Navy after 32 years of service as a highly decorated Vietnam Veteran. A reserve officer with Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Dennis was the Service Manager for River's Bus & RV and a member of Lake Shore Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Luella M. Mosely; sons, Greg Mosely (Teresa), AMC Bill Mosely (Jenny) & Chuck Mosely (Amanda); brothers, CDR Charles Mosely (Mary Ann) & Michael Mosely and grandchildren, Amber (Clay), Shelby, Charlie, Hayley, Andrew & Adam. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Monday, December 27, 2004 at Lake Shore Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Mouzon officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Memorial Park..." Contributed by Bruce Barney ibbarney@access4less.net [27DEC2004]
"...MOSLEY, James C. "Big Jim"...My Father, James C. Mosley, served with VPB-21 during WWII. Dad has been gone for over 28 years now and he is missed. I would love to talk to anyone that may have known Dad..." Contributed by Rita Mosley rkmosley62@gmail.com [20DEC2012]
"...MORTENSEN, CAPTAIN Wes "Mort"...Captain Wesley (Wes) Davis Mortensen (served with AEWBarRonPac VW-14) passed away January 3rd, 2009 at age 68. You may not know or recognize the name, however if you have ever flown on any of the following airlines – North Central, Republic, Northwest – chances are Captain Wes Mortensen was the guy that got you there, safe and sound. With an estimated 25,000 hours of piloting while traveling at an average speed of 475 mph, we not only conclude that he could have flown 50 round trips to the moon; but that the man just loved to fly. Fearless and determined, he worked in the sod fields to pay his way into the cockpit. Nothing came easy for him and he never took his success for granted. His hard work, determination and professionalism provided his family a safe and loving home where all were welcome. As a husband, he put aside petty things in exchange for love, understanding and forgiveness and is survived by his loving wife Leona (Lee) Mortensen, who held his hand till the end and never once left his side. Lee, was the absolute love of his life and he adored no other. As a father, he was a dad you could count on for everything, no distance was too far for him to travel to get us home safe, no project too difficult for him to help you complete, no hour was too late to call, and no judgment was ever made no matter the mistake. He loved all of his kids equally, honestly, and uniquely. He is survived by his children Cory Mortensen, Hiedi Hendrickson and her husband Aaron, Perry Mortensen, Ryan Mortensen and his wife Erin, Sara Mortensen, Heather Kipf and her husband Chad; brother Lynn Mortensen and wife Barb, sister Judy Seaton and husband John; 9 wonderful grandchildren and countless other family and friends. Memorial Service 1 PM Wednesday, Jan. 7th at Augustana Lutheran Church, 1400 So. Robert St. @ Emerson, West St Paul, MN With a gathering of family and friends 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Private burial at Ft. Snelling National cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Wounded Warriors West Funeral Home 651-457-6200 http://www.klecatskys.com..." Contributed by FETSCHER, AXC Dennis "Fetch" Retired dfetscher@cox.net [29JAN2009]
"...MOSES, Carl W...My Grandfather, Carl W. Moses, passed away in 1998. He served with VP-4 from 1962 to 1964. I am looking for anyone who might have old pictures or old stories of him. I would like the chance to hear any stories you might have so that I might pass them on...James Ethan Moses moses@usa.com..." [23MAR2004]
"...MOUNT, Carl Jr...MOUNT CARL "CHUCK" and "SPUD" KOERNER MOUNT, JR. died July 20, 2003 in Kendal Lakes, Miami, Florida. He was born May 31, 1935 in Houston, Texas and graduated from the University of Houston in 1960. He served in the U.S. Navy in Naval Aviation Squadron Twenty Four, where he obtained the rank of Lieutenant. Spud joined Eastern Airlines in 1963 and in 1967 was based in Miami where he had lived for the past 33 years. In 1989 he retired from Eastern as a Captain. He is survived by his sons, Bryan Mount and Michael Mount; grandchildren, Kirsten Mount and Selina Mount; his mother, Cleo Lawson Mount; his brother, Charles Mount; and a sister, Sue Tinder. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2003 in the chapel of Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, Westheimer at Dairy Ashford, at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery..." COntributed by Andy Massa navyvp24@hotmail.com [01NOV2003]
"...MOUTON, William J...It is with sadness that I report the death, of cancer, of William J. Mouton who was a pilot with VP-49 in NAS Bermuda from 1954 to 1957. An broad announcement was sent to those with emails who served in the VP-49 seaplane era. If you need additional details you can contact me...Robert B. Griffin, Jr. seminole52@aol.com..." [16JUL2001]
"...MOYLES, Jerry...My Dad, Jerry Moyles, served with FAW-8 (1943-1945) and VPB-124 in the Pacific..." Contributed by Colleen Moyles Wheeler wheelercm@bellsouth.net [24JUN2012]
 "...MOYNIHAN, William "Bud" F...My father just passed away at 95 years old. Dad attended the US Naval Academy and received his pilot training at NAS Pensacola, Florida. Dad served with VP-HL-2 and flew the PB4Y-2 and PBY in the South Pacific during World War II. I am wearing a belt buckle that he wore in 1946 in a picture while standing next to his bomber on NAS Kwajalein, Marshall Islands. The buckle reads "Philippines VP-HL-2 1946 W.F. Moynihan." My Dad was a wonderful man who loved his country, the US Navy, both the sea and air. And he loved my mother and us children in a sacrificial way that I have seen in very few..." Contributed by William S. Moynihan drmoynihan@hotmail.com [27APR2017]
MOBLEY, MCPO Darrell Retired dmobley@wireweb.net "...I served in VP2 from mid 1966 until the squadron was decommissioned in late 1969..." [25DEC000]
MOBLEY, Scott R. scott3011@yahoo.com "...Served in VP-5 1991-94, also spent time underway with the USS Nimitz ASMOD 89-91, VP-30 94-98, ASWOC/TSC NAS Sigonella, Sicily 98-01. Currently on my why to VP-10 in NAS Brunswick, Maine..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 28JUN2001]
MOCK, AC1 James R. Retired jijo@planttel.net "...I served in VW-11 in 1961-1962 then transfered to the control tower at NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada. Would like to hear from anyone who remembers me. I also served on the USS Kitty Hawk 1966-1968, OC Division..." [03FEB2000]
MOCKERIDGE, Pat patmocke@earthlink.net "...I served as an AW (acoustic) on Crew 4 with VP-48 from 3/77 to 6/79, did the NAS Adak, Alaska det in 77 - rollercoasters were always boring after that. Also deployed to NAF Misawa, Japan in 78, remember shopping in Korea, remember most of the PI - none of which I'll admit to. Hey Mike can you believe Stanley made Admiral? I found this site by accident and went thru the VP-48 registry and was happy to see some names from the past. So any of my fellow FAW'S that remember me or still owe me money can drop a line anytime. We had some good times at NAS Moffett Field, California "The K.C.", St. James, Saturday "touch" football, even the aircraft corrosion cleans and bouy locker don't seem so bad now, I coulda been a lifer..." [04APR2005]
MODLIN, Raymond D. rraymod@aol.com "...I joined VP-11 when it was re-established in 1951 (might have been 1952) at NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island. We first flew PB4Y2's, then our home base was moved to NAS Brunswick, Maine. We deployed to NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada, Malta, Viequez, etc. Was a 2nd Meck on Flight Crew #8. LTjg Matheson was our captain and Tex Gordon our Plane Captain. I have been trying to locate Robert (Stumpy) L. Titus, AD2 and 2nd Mech on Flight Crew #2. I retired from American Airlines in 1987. Have lived here in east Texas the past 10 years. Before that Montana, Michigan, St. Louis, and Irving. Don't plan to move again. If anyone "out there" knew and/or remembers me please write..." [05DEC2002]
MODRELL, AW2 Patrick H. doser@msn.com "...Was in HS3 from 1968-1970, at NAS Sand Point. Mid 1970 Sand Point was closed, moved to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington and transfered to VP-69. Was an ECM-JULIE operator till 1974. Was AW-2 in rank. We had several trips to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, NS Rota, Spain, NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts, and lots of small trips. One of my pilots was an ex F4F pilot-at times I think he thought he was still in an F4-what a ride!! We had the P2V Neptunes in my day. Never got the chance to ride in a P-3. Still it was a lot of fun. Now I'm just one of the "old guys" looking back at the way it was..." [26OCT2004]
MOEHLE, ADR2 Chuck "Moelay" cjm4042@comcast.net "...I served with VP-19 from early 1960 to March 1963. I worked in powerplants and on the troubleshooting crew. I flew as second mech on a couple of crews and made one NAS Kodiak, Alaska deployment. Carl Fasani was my shop Chief also Chief Marris (who gave me my nickname by pronouncing it incorrectly at my first muster). Worked with Jim Pugh and another guy named Ballweber..." [E-Mail Updated 29APR2009 | E-Mail Updated 19DEC2001 | 11OCT99]
MOEHLE, Ivan "Ike" imoehle@compuserve.com "...PBM pilot in VPB-28 in 1944-45. Interested in locating other squadron members particularly with view to increasing attendance at annual Mariner-Marlin reunion..."
MOELLER, ADJ2 Jerry jerrym@icsofidaho.net "...I served with VP-28 (05/1963-06/1966) arriving in NAS Iwakuni, Japan when squadron were flying P2V-7's with deployments to NS Sangley Point, Philippines and NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan..." [20JUL2011]
MOELLER, AMEC Kevin Retired kmoe6590@yahoo.com "...Served with VP-19 from August 1968 till October 1971. Deployed to NAS Adak, Alaska, NAS Iwakuni, Japan and several detachments to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. Left the regular Nav and went into the TAR command where I served with VP-90 NAS Glenview, Illinois from February 1974 till April 1979 (picking up AME2 and AME1 along the way). I then transferred to VP-65 NAS Point Mugu, California. Spent three great years there and made Chief in 1981. Got transferred to NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts as 800 Division Chief. Got out in 1984 where I worked for Lockheed for seven great years until they made the decision to move to Georgia. Was in P-3 field sevice and the maintainability group working with the MRC cards. Lots of travel to Navy bases so I was able to stay in touch with all my Navy buds. When the P-7 program was cancelled and Lockheed was moving I got a job with a Vickers Company that was taken over by Eaton Aerospace. Stayed there 14 years until retiring in September 2004..." [E-Mail Updated 20FEB2012 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 29DEC2005 | E-Mail Updated 30AUG2000 | 16OCT98]
MOELLER, AE Norbert (Moe) slomoetion@webtv.com "...I served in VAH-1 in nas NAS Jacksonville, Florida and Sanford, FL 1955 to 1959 AE and would respond to former Shipmates. Also wondering when or where the Reunion is ? Kluksdahl got in touch with me but I haven't been able to reconnect with him . Thanks (slomoe)..." [29MAY2001]
MOERSCHEL, Neal moerschel@hotmail.com "...I also was attached to VP-24 as an Air Intelligence Officer from 1953 to 1955...In May 1955, I was reassigned to FAETULANT in NAS Norfolk, Virginia where I stayed until August 1956 moving back into civilian life after that. But there is no doubt about it, I have missed the Navy life. I was privileged to serve with many fine officers and men of VP-24 in those years. To name a few: LCDR Jess Farr, LCDR Bernie Batchelder, CDR Bernie Joy, LTJG Ralph Maskell, LTJG Marty Long, LTJG Dick Vos, LTJG Pat Gigliotti, LTJG Bob Latta, LT Dick Scott (Naval Academy football All American), LT Fred Gambke (Naval Academy football), LT Howie Meyer, LTJG Gene Sich, W.A. Walsh, ADC, A.W. Sefick, AN, W.M. Bryant, PR1 and more..." [30MAY2000]
MOFFATT, Gary J. "Moff" moffster01@aol.com "...Entered the Navy on 16 April 1969 to Great Lakes. Went to AMH "A" School in NAS Millington, Tennessee. Assigned to NAF Washington, D.C. from October 1969 to April 1971. Transfered to VA-83 NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida. VA-83 was detached off of the USS Forrestal where I was discharged 11 April 1973. I am currently the Commander for the NAF Washington, D.C. Reunion Committee. Our last Reunion was held at NAF Washington, D.C. in July 2007. The next Reunion is scheduled for the summer of 2010. Anyone interested in joining the Reunion and getting quarterly newsletters and membership card, please contact me at my e-mail address or at 586-268-3368. At this time there is no money involved. We just want all Shipmates to get together again..." [02MAY2009]
MOFFITT, AE2 Jerry ridergroup@cox.net "...Hello fellow RVAH-3 (Sea Dragons!). I always get a kick out of seeing names and places from the past. As I sit here wriying I am surrounded by photo reminders of Heavy 3 and the terrific folks I served with. I hope life has dealt you a good hand and you have played them well!..." [27MAY2004]
MOFIELD, AMH3 Lisa lglaub@msn.com "...I served with VP-9 from 1990 through 1994. My wife, AMH3 Lisa Mofield, served with VP-9 also. Anyone out there remember us? I am currently serving with VP-5 out of NAS Jacksonville, Florida..." [14JUN2000]
MOGK, Charles W. "Chuck" Jr. dmogk@earthlink.net "...Dad joined VP-892 in September '50 when an urgent call was posted for radio operators to fill empty billets in the activated Seattle, WA area reserve squadron. Flying aboard 3SE boat as 2nd radio operator, he was in theatre from December '50 to July '51. The squadron was based at Iwakuni, Japan, and flew anti-submarine and weather recconaisance patrols. He is active in the Mariner/Marlin Association and looks forward to seeing shipmates at the Palm Springs meeting next year!..." [22AUG98]
MOLE, B. J. bjmole@hotmail.com "...I was in VP-10 January 1965 thru December 1968. Two deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland! Two other Shipmates still close who served and the same time: Len Lipman and Chuck Stacy. We all flew for Northwest Airlines for 30+ years and retired in the last few years. Sure would like to hear from the old gang!..." [27APR2002]
MOLICK, Jim molick@doitnow.com "...Served in VS-36 from 59-62 flew in S2F2 & 3 aboard USS Valley Forge and Randoph. VQ-2 from 62-66 in Special ECM shop and flew in A-3 #2 primarily. Just returned from Reunion in Nashville, a very enjoyable and moving experience for everyone attending. The "Q" spirit will never leave anyone who served in it! K Franks did a bang up job!!..." [13MAY98]
MOLINARI, James R. jmolinrnl@aol.com "...I served with AOCS Class 13-90 from May 9, 1990 to August 24, 1990, VT-27 NAS Corpus Christi, Texas from August 90 to August 1991, VT-31 NAS Corpus Christi, Texas from September 1991 to April 1992, Wings of Gold February 14, 1992, VP-30 NAS Jacksonville, Florida from May 1992 to September 1992, VP-24 NAS Jacksonville, Florida from October 1992 to March 1995, VP-40 NAS Whidbey Island, Washington from March 1995 to October 1996, DLI Washington from October 1996 to May 1997; Dutch PEP tour with VSQ-320 and VSQ-321 from June 1997 to December 1999, VR-58 NAS Jacksonville, Florida from July 2000 to May 2002, American Eagle Airlines from March 2000 to November 2000, Delta Airlines from March 2001 to November 2001; and furloughed November 1, 2001. Returned to active duty (Air Force this time) from May 2002 to present (452nd Flight Test Squadron, Edwards AFB, CA.)..." [BIO Updated 17MAY2004 | 15SEP2000]
MOLINO, Cathy L. (Purdy) molino2@myway.com "...Hi everyone. I served with VP-6 from 1989 to 1992. Just saying hello to everyone..." [01OCT2003]
MOLINO, ADC Tony tbmolino@msn.com "...Was in VP-6 from 1990 until decomm. Great parties at the Coastie Club and even better ones in Ewa Beach. To all Bluesharks from that time in my life "ALOHA". Been out of the community for awhile but still see some of you around. Any Sharks that want to share old times just email me. I also served with VP-9.." [E-Mail/Promotion 01OCT2003 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 19OCT2000 | 05AUG98]
MOLL, ABH3 JOHN jl172@sbcglobal.net  Circa 1973  Circa 1974-1975 "...I SERVED IN VP-9 FROM SEPT. 72 TO JULY 75. HAD A LOT OF GREAT MEMORIES. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY ONE IN VP-9 AT THE TIME I WAS IN..." [E-Mail Updated 08APR2005 | E-Mail Updated 19NOV2000 | Updated 27JAN98]
MOLLER, John moller98283@msn.com "......" [14DEC2011]
MOLONY, B. R. "Mike" rmlm@sbcglobal.net "...Served with VP-1 back when it was still VP-ML-1, in 1947, at NAS Miramar. We were the second squadron on the west coast to receive P2Vs. I was the first Flying Midshipman (Holloway Plan) on the West Coast. Moved with squadron to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Rotated between there and Aleutians (NAS Adak, Alaska and NAS Kodiak, Alaska). Did ice patrol for oil exploration supply ships prior to building of Alaskan pipeline. Flew first in Lt. V.H. Weaver's crew. When he left the squadron I became part of skipper's (Isaac Heizer) crew. Received my commission during first rotation to Adak. Was in squadron when we lost plane on Vancouver Island during NOFLEXCPAC48. Mustered out in 1949 when many Holloway ensigns were released from active duty following cut backs..." [E-Mail Updated 27MAR2011 | 25JUN2002]
MOLONEY, LCDR R. T. "Tim" Retired jmoloney@cox.net "...Enlisted in Sept. "60, Boot Camp at Great Lakes, Ill., RATCC, NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida (Dec. 60-Sept. 61); received Training and Certification utilizing ECM to guide Aircraft, with no compass/NavAids, to NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida for landing. AE "A" School, NATTC NAS Jacksonville, Florida (Sept. 61-Feb.62); Class Leader and Honorman. Advanced to AE3 upon completion of AE"A" School. VT-3 NAS Whiting Field, Milton, Florida (Feb 62-Sept. 63); Qualified as Plane Captain and Post Maintenance Test Aircrewman in T-28 B/C Aircraft and advanced to AE2. AE "B" School, NATTC NAS Jacksonville, Florida (Sept. 63-Sept. 64); completed 17 of 32 week school and was hospitalized for 4 months. During my visit to the Hospital, the curriculum was changed to include Computers, so when I returned, I got to start over again with the new curriculum. Received orders to VP-5 upon completion of AE"B" School. Enroute training at NAMTD NAS Norfolk, Virginia ASW Training (Sept. 64-Dec. 64), VP-30 Air Crew Training ( Dec.64-Jan.65) VP-5 NAS Jacksonville, Florida (Jan65-Aug68). Reported to VP-5 and assigned to Crew 4;as Julie/ECM Operator and Crew Electrician, deploying to NAS Sigonella, Sicily 5 days after reporting. Plane Commander R.J. Kurth, Plane Captain "Willie" Forrest Sutton, 1st Tech. "Andy" Anderson. Operated out of Malta, NAS Souda Bay, Crete, Greece and NAS Sigonella, Sicily when the barracks were 21 miles from the airfield. During one "Ready Alert" launch; prosecuted an ECM contact that we converted to obtain the 1st Jez Gram of a single operating Russian "Foxtrot" Submarine. The entire crew was awarded a weeks "Basket Leave" in Germany for obtaining this signature. Transistioned to P-3A "Orion" at NAMTD, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland where I was advanced to AE1, met my Bride to be Jo Ellen, and was assigned to Crew 8; Plane Commander Bob May, Flight Engineer "Willie" Forrest Sutton, and 1st Tech "Andy" Anderson. The following year, we deployed to NS Sangley Point, Philippines as the "Advance Crew ", and trained with VP-16 on Theater Operations. At the end of the deployment, we were "selected" to do the Turnover Training to our relieving squadron VP-26 causing us to fly enough Yankee Station Patrols to become the 1st VP Crew awarded the Air Medal for Viet Nam Service. Selected to Warrant Officer (WO1) in April 1968 breaking up an Enlisted Combat Ready Aircrew that had been together for over 3 years. Sutton and Anderson were selected to Chief Petty Officer at the same time as my advancement to WO1. VP-5 deployed to NS Rota, Spain and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal and I was left behind as the O-in-C of Det. NAS Jacksonville, Florida, until my departure in August 68. Warrent Officer School, NAS Pensacola, Florida (Aug68-Oct68) AIMD NAS Moffett Field, California (Nov.68-Nov.71) GSE and MMCO Billets. High light of this tour was my Collateral Duty assignment as Casualty Assistance Calls Officer. Ringing the door bells was tough, but providing all of the assistance to the families was really gratifying nowing that if something happened to me-my Bride would be taken care of. Advanced to CWO2 and Lt(jg) during the NAS Moffett Field, California tour. USS Wasp CVS NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island (Nov71-Feb72). The day I reported aboard as the Aircraft Division Officer, the ship received the message ordering Wasp's Decommissioning. Within one week I was the AMDO as the rest of the Officers detached with orders. With the help, Leadership and Guidance of the Chiefs we were able to turnover 120 spaces (out of 120 assigned spaces) to the INSURV Team on the first day of the INSURV Inspection. All of the AIMD "Kakhi" left the ship the following day. HS-11 NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island / NAS Jacksonville, Florida (Feb 72-Dec 74) embarked on USS Intrepid CV11. My first relationship with Helicopters. Deployed as the MCO in the only 16 Helicopter (SH-3) to the North Atlantic. During that cruise, we went further North and further East than any US Navy ships had done since WWII. We went to the ASW Dreamland where the Russians trained and tested all of their subs before deploying. The Sun never set and we worked 3-5 Russian Submarine around the clock for weeks. It was so busy that the S-2's and the ASWOC couldn't keep up. With my VP-5 experience, I built 3 ARR-53. Receiver racks and was able to install them into the SH-3 enabling our squadron to drop sonobouys and relay the information to the S-2's and Intrepid. Later on we were able to put a Jez recorder into the rack and train our AW's as Jez Operators. AIMD/OMD NS Roosevelt Roads, PR (Feb 75-Aug 76) OMD Officer for 2 each S-2's, 4 each H-3's, and 3 each C-131 Aircraft. Advanced to LT VC-8, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR. MCO for 4 each DP-2E (P2V-5), 4 each DP-2H (P2V-7), 1 each NP-2, last built P2V but never configured for ASW, 4 each H-3's and 6 each A4's. An exciting tour Launching, controlling and towing various Drones and Targets for Fleet Gunnery exercises. AIMD USS Guadalcanal LPH-7 (May 78-May 80), Qualified as OOD Underway and lost my LDO Designation. As AMDO, we won 3 consecutive Battle Efficiency "E"'s. In May 1980 I had a Heart Attack and although I was returned to "Full Duty" I was no longer eligible for additional shipboard duty. Advanced to LCDR during this tour. AMO RVAW-120 NAS Norfolk, Virginia (May 80-Jun 81) responsible for 11 E2A aircraft Training Replacement Aircrew and Maintenance personnel for Fleet Squadrons. During this period (Dec. 80-June 8) assigned TEMDU at ComNavSurfLant setting up Code N8, Aviation Maintenace Support Team to provide support and standarization to 40 fleet ships with embarked Aviation assets. Began Terminal Leave on 19 May 1981. In retrospect I can not think of a "Bad" Day while I was in the Navy. However, the days and hours spent as part of VP-5 Crews 4 and 8 are sitting at the top of the pedestal. Willie Sutton Gerry "Andy" Anderson, LCDR's Kurth and May along with the many many "Ground Pounders"; Lawrence, Drake, Martin, Cochran, Harper and so many more are names that are forever on my personal Wall-of-Heros. Thanks to all of you for your patience, guidance, razing, and support..." [22APR2009]
MOLYNEAUX, John R. jgmoly@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-1 (1971-1974) at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii (Airframes Shop). I would like to hear from Danny Torfin and Bob Amick and any other former Shipmates..." [18AUG2011]
MONAGHAN, AME1 Russ Retired unoiam@capecod.net "...I started my Navy career at NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts from 1968-1970 as a station keeper assigned to the AME shop and working on the old P2's. After getting off active duty I was assigned to numorous reserve squadrons aboard NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts. I reported for duty to VP-92 in 1981 and was assigned to W/C 130 . I have a lot fond memories as a Minuteman. Especially those while on detachments to NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, NS Rota, Spain, and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. I retired from the Navy in 1996..." [24MAY99]
MONCASTER, Chris Chrismoncaster@hotmail.com "...I completed a tour with VP-30 over the period April 1985 through April 1988 while on exchange from the Royal Air (RAF) Force. I'm trying to make contact with any members of the Squadron from that period. My time at the Pro's Nest was very rewarding. As a Nimrod navigator by trade I found the the transition to P-3 fairly straight forward except for NATOPS! The ASW missions were very similar except the transits seemed so much longer in the Orion..." [25DEC99]
MONCRIEF, James "Jay" ArloGu3@yahoo.com "...I served in VP-67 from 1981-1985. I really enjoyed serving with the squadron and would like to hear from any of my old navy buddies (anybody know what happened to Marty Ott?)..." [05JAN98]
MONDAY, LT C. Barrett II bmonday@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-9 Crew 6 Tacco 1964-1966. Looking to hear from anybody of this era. Recently went back to NAS Moffett Field, California and the old apartment on California Street and a flood of memories came back. I've been in Houston since leaving active duty in 1966. I stayed in the reserves to luck out as an 0-6 and just received (thank you fellow tax payers), my first retirement check. Anyone from '64-66, please contact..." [19JAN2000]
MONDY, Bill Bmondy002@aol.com "...I served with VP-6 from December 1950 through May 1953. I was a crewman with Crew 9 and 11. I would like to hear from anyone from those years. Enjoyed my tour with VP-6..." [12MAY2000]
MONETTE, ADRC Bob Retired bmonette2@gmail.com "...I served with VP-42 (01/1959-1962) at NAS North Island, San Diego, California with a deployment to NS Sangley Point, Philippines, AEWTRAULANT (1962-1964) at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, VX-6 (1964-1967), MCAS Yuma, AZ (1967-1969), Air Operations at NS Sangley Point, Philippines and VP-44 at NAS Brunswick, Maine. I retired in 1974..." [05MAR2014]
MONFORT, CWO3 Jim Retired monfortjr@earthlink.net "...Joined in August 1972. I served in VP-11 from 1973 to 1978. After a brief stint to learn the P-3C I was in VX-1 from 1978 to 1981 as both acoustic and non-acoustic operator. Back to NAS Brunswick, Maine and VP-23 from 1981 to 1984. Leaving VP-23 as AW Div CPO. Went to DC, OP-01 from 1984 to 1986. Couldn't take driving the beltway anymore so I terminated shore duty and went to the USS Coral Sea for 16 months between 1987 and 1988. Picked up CWO2 and went to CPRW-1 at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines. Got there in September 1988 and left three years later, after Mt Penitubo. Did another three years in NAS Patuxent River, Maryland with Force Warfare (now VX-20) from 1994 to 1997. Did my final tour at CPRW-5 at NAS Brunswick, Maine where I was involved in helping close down VP-11. 8 commands during my career, only three still around (and two of them have changed names)..." [17MAR2011]
MONGAN, AT2 Nadine P. (Wikkerink) nadine.mongan@navy.mil "...I reported to VP-50 in June of 1990, after a 1 year tour at NAS Moffett Field. I left VP-50 in August of 1991 due to pregnancy and reproted to VP-31. In January of 1992 I reported to VP-46 and deployed to Dodge and NAS Misawa, Japan before I transfered to NAS Lemoore, California. My husband and I have since come back to P-3's in Hawaii. However for both of us VP-50 will always be our Squadron. Once a dragon always a dragon...I will be leaving NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii just in time to miss the formal base closure and move to Marine Corps Base Hawaii. I will report to the USS George Washington in Norfolk, having the honor of being amongst the first females to report aboard. For both of us P-3s have been fun and we will never forget the friends we have gained and unfortunately lost in this platform. I am transferring to HC-6 and trying out Helo's O' Level until fleet reserve..." [Updated E-Mail/BIO 19JUN2004 | Updated Name/E-Mail 10JAN99 | BIO Updated 07OCT98 | Updated 05MAY98]
MONIAK, Wallace wallytax@socal.rr.com "...I aboard NAS Whidbey Island, Washington (03/1950-09/1950)..." [27DEC2012]
MONIZ, IS2 Kenneth stanleycupcanes@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-16 (1977-1980) with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAS Sigonella, Sicily..." [BIO Updated 25NOV2013 | 17FEB2013]
MONKS, ANDY MonksA@NAVONT3.NAVO.NAVY.MIL "...Served with VP-26 65-67, I was on CAC-10, it was a very memorable time in my life, a real experience..."
MONOHAN, AMS1 Norbert efnorbert@pyramid.net "...I was in the Navy from Oct. 1958 to Sept. 1968. I spent time in VP-48 from June 61 to May 64 in NAS North Island, San Diego, California then on deployment to the NS Sangley Point, Philippines. I flew on Crew 7 until deployment and then with Crew 2. I went from NS Sangley Point, Philippines to VW-1 in NAS Agana, Guam from May 64 to Sept. 66. I flew mostly with Crew 7, but with others also. Steve Fisher, AE? 3 lives in this area also..." [07DEC99]
MONROE, Bill billmonroe@suscom-maine.net "...Photo of SP-2E BUNO: 131488 (Incorrectly identified as an SP-2H) on the VP-26 page shows her in the light grey livery. 131488 carried the side number LK-2 during the period May 1963 to October 1964 while our superb Crew 2 and I accumulated about 650 hours in her while I was the PPC , much of the hours in the Med, operating out of NAS Sigonella, Sicily, NS Rota, Spain, NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, Athens and many other locations. During those very enjoyable months with a fine crew, she wore the dark blue and white top paint job. I have a picture of her hanging on my office wall with me in the left seat and our outstanding AO Molnar in the aft station window, taken over Maine. I re-enlisted our radioman, John Coles, currently retired and living in Lexington Park, in flight during a patrol over the North Atlantic, during which he announced over the intercom that President Kennedy had been shot. My wife and I retired here to Harpswell, right under the base leg to the BNAS north runway with these clunky new P-3s passing overhead to keep the memories alive. Would like to hear from anyone that was on our crew, or in VP-26, during those years - or in VAHM-13/VP-24 from 1956 through 1958..." [04JUN2001]
MONROE, Charles charles.monroe1@frontier.com "...I served with VP-64 (1980-1993). I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [07OCT2014]
MONROE, Dave "SuperDave" dmonroe@atlantic.net "...I was in VP-44 from 1989 - decommissioning. Then I was tranferred to VP-23. I was with VP-23 from 1991 - 1995 (Operation Desert Storm!!!). I would like to get in touch with my fellow AW's if you see this. I would like recognize a person whom made a huge impact on my career not only as a AW but as a individual. AWC or AWCS Brogden if your out there Hail to you..."
MONROE, Frank fmon@erols.com "...I served with VP-16 from 1965 through 1967 then VP-18 until they were deactivated in September 1968. Then Flight Test Divison of NARF Norfolk, Virginia to test fly P-3's and a couple of P2's after overhaul..." [17JAN2002]
MONROE, REAR ADMIRAL Jack Pendleton Retired http://www.usstarawavets.org/CV-40%20pages/monroe.bio.htm "...Jack Pendleton Monroe was born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, on June 19, 1904, son of Jack P. and Florence Bowman Monroe. He attended Shaw High School in Cleveland, Ohio, before entering the U.S. Naval Academy from Ohio on August 2, 1923. As a Midshipman he was a member of the 150 pound crew and played class football. Graduated and commissioned Ensign on June 2, 1927, he subsequently progressed in rank to that of Rear Admiral, his date of rank July 1, 1956. After graduation from the Naval Academy in June 1927, he served for two years aboard the U.S.S. Tennessee, and in 1929 reported for flight training at the NAS Pensacola, Florida. Designated Naval Aviator in January 1930, he was assigned to Scouting Squadron 9-S, aviation unit of the U.S.S. Northampton. A year later he was transferred to Observation Squadron 3-B, attached to the U.S.S. Nevada. During a two-year period in 1932-34 he had shore duty at the NAS Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, where he commanded the Utility Unit of that station, and served in VP-4. From 1934 through 1937 he was attached to Bombing Squadron 3 based first on the U.S.S. Ranger, later on the U.S.S. Lexington. Returning to the NAS Pensacola, Florida, he served for one year as Planning Officer in the Assembly and Repair Department, and a second year as Aide to the Commandant. In the summer of 1939 he assumed command of the U.S.S. Gannet, and a year later was assigned to the Staff of CPW-2, based at NAS Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. In 1941 he joined the Staff of Commander Carrier Division One as Aide and Flag Lieutenant aboard the U.S.S. Saratoga. He was serving in that assignment when the United States entered World War II in December 1941. He received a Letter of Commendation with Ribbon from the Commander in Chief, Pacific Fleet, for "outstanding performance of duty in the line of his profession as Flag Lieutenant and Signal Officer on the Staff of the Air Task Group Commander in preparation for, during, and after the successful engagements with the enemy in the Coral Sea on May 7 and 8, 1942...". Monroe was ordered next to the U.S.S. Bogue and was aboard that carrier escort when she participated in escort and anti-submarine operations in the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater in early 1943. Upon his return to the United States in 1943 he was ordered to the Bureau of Aeronautics, Navy Department, Washington, D.C. He received a Letter of Commendation, with authority to wear the Bronze Star on his Commendation Ribbon, from the Secretary of the Navy, as follows: "As head of the Armament Branch of the Engineering Division of the Bureau of Aeronautics from October 1943 to December 1944, you performed duties of vital importance with extraordinary foresight and efficiency in developing advanced aircraft armament, and in effecting sound armament installations in all types of Naval Aircraft...". In January 1945 he assumed command of the U.S.S. Kadashan Bay (CVE-76). "For meritorious service as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Kadashan Bay, operating as a unit of the Carrier Transport Squadron, Pacific Fleet, from February 6 to September 2, 1945..." he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. The citation states that he "successfully delivered large quantities of critically needed combat aircraft, aviation material and replacement pilots, ground and aircrewmen to bases in the forward area of the PacificĽand contributed to the success of our forces". Detached from the Kadashan Bay after the the Japanese surrender he reported as commanding officer of the NS Sangley Point, Philippines, where he remained throughout 1946. In March 1947, he was ordered to the staff of Commander Air Force, Pacific Fleet, as Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations and two years later was transferred to duty at the Naval Ordnance Test Station, Inyokern, California. He reported on 8 January 1951 to Commander Operational Development Force, Atlantic, and served as Chief of Staff and Aide until August 1952. On 8 August 1952 he assumed command of the U.S.S. Tarawa CV-40 and remained in command of that carrier until August 1953. He was in command during the ship's 1953 Mediterranean Cruise. He next commanded the NAS Pensacola, Florida, from September 1953 to June 1955. For the next year he was Chief, Naval Air Base Training, Pensacola, following which he trained as a helicopter pilot, earning his wings in June 1956. He then spent a year as Director of Operation 53 in the office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Navy Department. In July 1956 he was promoted to Rear Admiral. At that time he became Commander, Middle East Force, until August 1957. On October 26, 1957 he reported as Commander Naval Air Missile Test Center, NAS Point Mugu, California, and from July 1958 was assigned additional duty as Commander Pacific Missile Test Range, NAS Point Mugu, California; in December 1958 this additional duty became his primary assignment until September 1961. He then became Director of the newly established Development Facilities, Astronautics and Ranges Division, Operation 76, in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. On March 7, 1963 he reported as Commander Naval Forces, Philippines; Commander in Chief, Pacific Representative, Philippines; and from January 15, 1964 to January 1, 1965 had additional duty as Commander Naval Air Bases, Philippines. On July 1, 1966 he was transferred to the Retired List of the U.S. Navy. "For exceptionally meritorious service...as Commander U.S. Naval Forces, Philippines, and Commander in Chief, Pacific Representative, Philippines, from March 1963 to June 1966..." he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. The citation further states in part: "Exercising outstanding leadership, sound judgment, and keen foresight in coordinating military requirements throughout the area of his command, Rear Admiral Monroe, through persuasive negotiation, effectively promoted intercountry relations and established and nurtured effective channels for liason where none previously existed, thereby furthering United States prestige and good will with foreign nations. "In addition to successfully meeting the monumental challenge of coordinating and providing logistic support to forces engaged in combat in Southeast Asia, he greatly facilitated increased communications capabilities by formulating and expediting communications improvements in shore stations under his command. As a result, these installations were advanced well ahead of original plans, thereby enabling timely direction of forces in sensitive politico-military operations...". Shortly after arriving aboard the Tarawa in 1952, Admiral Monroe married Mrs. Phyllis G. Sandvig of Windsor, North Carolina. In 1998, Admiral Monroe was living in retirement in Pensacola, Florida..." [23JUN2003]
MONROE, James jamesmonroe53@yahoo.com "...My service started at NAS North Island, San Diego, California (Training Center) on December 28, 1960 and served with VP-11 from March 2, 1961 to June 11, 1965 when I was discharged from the Navy..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 28NOV2009 | 26MAY2002]
MONROE, Larry "...Saw the VO-67 site and picture of old friend from NAV school; Richard Jacobs. Lost track of him 10 years ago. Where are you Rip?? Barstow, CA is about 150 miles from Vegas, sorry I missed you there..." [29APR2000]
MONROE, CDR L. W. Retired lmonroe41@aol.com "...Served in VP-48 as TACCO in P5M's and P-3's 1966-68 (Crew 10). As to NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam: Served as "Weeds and Seed's" Officer, EM Club Officer, and Coherex Officer along with less imposing positions in Ops. Currently working as a geologist with the Dept. of the Interior. Been hitting this outstanding site for the last several months. Thanks!..." [E-Mail Updated 22AUG2003 | 18OCT2000]
MONROE, YN Mitch m_monroe@comcast.net "...Although I was a black shoe (YN) attached to a airedale outfit, I enjoyed my tour of duty with VP-19 very much. Would love to hear from anyone attached to VP-19 from August 1973 through June 1977. Has been a long time since I had a chance to swap some sea stories about PI..." [E-Mail Updated 24AUG2008 | 02SEP99]
MONROE, Paul D. papapdm@aol.com "...After basic training, Great Lakes, Ill., I went to FASRON-6 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida until it was decommsioned. I went to VX-1 at NAS Boca Chica, Florida for 26 months from 1959 to 1961. VX-1 had Air Ships (Blimps), HSS-1 and HSS-2 Helicopters, S2Fs, SNB Beach Craft, P5M Sea Planes and two P2 Neptune Aircraft. The P2V Neptunes were the pride of the Anti-Submarine Warfare. Events of the time was the Bay of Pigs invasion, 90 miles south, in Cuba and Hurricane Donna, which hit just north of NAS, Key West, destroying most structures and every bridge in it's path, up the overseas highway, US1 to the mainland, below Homestead, Fl. August 1961 I was transferred to the USS Mullinnix, out of Norfolk, Va., that then went to Key West with new electronics to train with VX-1, chasing submarines. My active duty ended in 1962 with an Honorable Discharge, at which time I went into the Naval Reserves in Greensboro, NC..." [22AUG2009]
MONROE, AS2 VAUGHN T. JR. QUALTECH@PACBELL.NET "...SERVED IN VP-91 FROM JAN92-MAR95 IN LINE DIVISION. CURRENTLY SERVING AT NAR SANTA CLARA RAIMD 900 DIVISION AS 900 W/C SUPERVISOR. DEPARTING FOR NAS ATLANTA IN MAR/APR 99 AS AN INSTRUCTOR. WOULD BE A PLEASURE TO HERE FROM ALL Shipmates..." [15DEC98]
MONSON, Ed etmonson@sio.midco.net "...I served with VT-2 and VT-6 from July 1969 to September 1971. I worked as a Plane Captain on the east line, the board boy office on the east line, and in the powerplant shop. I would like to hear from old friends..." [24NOV2004]
MONTANA, AT2 Chris aka Monty chris_montana@hotmail.com "...I was attached to VP-4 AIMD from 1991 to 1995 out of NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. Deployed to NSF Diego Garcia and NAS Misawa, Japan. Also went TAD to VP-1 for a deployment back to NAS Misawa, Japan..." [21NOV2000]
MONTE, M. D. MDMonte72@aol.com"... SERVED WITH VP-60 FROM AUG. 88 TO MAY 93 THEN VP-62 FROM JUNE 93 TO JUNE 97 AND VP-66 FROM JUNE 97 TO THE PRESENT..."
MONTEFORTE, Tony "Munyo" monteaj3@gmail.com "...I served with VP-10 (1990-1994) flying with CAC-12..." [E-Mail Updated 28APR2019 | E-Mail Updated 11SEP2006 | 04MAY2000]
MONTELONGO, Harley "Monty" hmontelongo@aol.com "...I served with VS-28 Gamblers from August 1986 until August 1989. Worked Maintenance Control on Med Cruises '86 and Med/IO '89 and two Nato cruises into the fjords and Portsmouth, England. Had a ball with a bunch of great guys. Dennis Gravett, Bardy, Al Shuler, Curlee, Gray, Corham, West, Rotundo, Williams, and so many more. Maybe a Reunion would be possible?..." [14MAR2006]
MONTFORT, Jack montforj@yahoo.com "...I would like to hear from any and all who served with the best--VP-7 from 1966 throygh 1968. This is terrific to touch my past with some of the greatest people I have had the privilege of knowing and serving with..." [16SEP99]
MONTGOMERY, Ben montgomery@aol.com "...I was in the 1st operational P2 squadron to transition to P-3s in 1961 with VP-8 at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. Captain Cook was the Commanding Officer. If anyone was in squadron from 1961 to 1967 I would like to chat. I'm now flying commercially with NWAL 747s and just 2 yrs to retirement. I'll never forget my old Shipmates i.e., Alex Wasilewski PPC, Charlie Hall FE, Hap Peterson, and Ed Blanat,to mention a few. Drop me an email and we will talk over old times..." [15MAR2000]
MONTGOMERY, CAPTAIN David L. Commander Reserve Patrol Wing "...Commander Reserve Patrol Wing - Captain Montgomery hails from Cypress Inn, Tennessee, graduating from Collinwood High School in 1971. He attended the University of Maryland and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1976. In 1978, he entered Aviation Officer Candidate School at NAS Pensacola, Florida and was designated a Naval Flight Officer in November 1979. Upon completion of flight training, his first assignment was with VP-45 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. In May 1983, he reported to VP-30 as an instructor for first and second tour Naval Flight Officers. In October 1985, he was selected for the Training and Administration of the Reserve (TAR) program and reported to Naval Air Reserve Memphis. Subsequent tours included VP-67 in NAS Memphis, Tennessee, VP-65 in NAS Point Mugu, California and then in June 1992 back to VP-67 where he served as Officer-In-Charge. Following this tour, he reported to Commander, Naval Air Reserve Force, New Orleans, Louisiana, serving as NATOPS Officer then as the VP Program Manager. In August 1996, Commander Montgomery reported to VP-64 as the Executive Officer and in May 1997 assumed the position of Commanding Officer. After the completion of his command tour Captain Montgomery reported to the Industrial College of the Armed Forces (ICAF), Fort McNair, Washington, D.C. He graduated from ICAF with a Master of Science Degree in "National Resource Strategy" in June 1999. Following ICAF, he served as the Head Coordinator Naval Air Reserve, for the Director Air Warfare, on the staff of the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Resources, Warfare Requirements, and Assessments) from July 1999 to July 2001..." [18JUN2003]
MONTGOMERY, Gary "shorty' totallaz@.aol.com "...I was with VP-64 out of NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania..." [07MAR99]
MONTGOMERY, PR3 John jmontgomery@ec.rr.com "...I served with FASRON-107 in NAS Keflavik, Iceland from January 1959 to January 1960. Would love to have a patch and any Shipmates there the same time. Any information that will help locate memorablia would be appreciated..." [30AUG2003]
MONTGOMERY, LCDR Kenneth Retired montkl@gmail.com "...I served with VP-22 from 1972 to 1975 (Active Duty) NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii and VP-65 from 1975 to 1979 (Active Reserve) NAS Point Mugu, California..." [09DEC2006]
MONTGOMERY, PN2 Mike mikem@haakeins.com "...I served with VP-40 from 1984 to 1986. Had some of the best times of my life at NAS Moffett Field, California and will never forget the deployment to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Looking for ex-Shipmates (Greg Kristofferson, Mark Spires, etc.)..." [29MAR2001]
MONTIERTH, Matt CalHotRods@aol.com"...I was in VQ-2 from Feb72 thru Jun75...Was an AT3...flew on the Connies and P-3's..often at the Key West Det...Luved Rota...what a place !!..." [Deceased 03JAN2005]
MONTOUR, ADJC Robert Retired robert_teri@hotmail.com "...I served aboard the Sally (1955-1957), VP-28 FE (1966-1969), VP-17 (1969-1970), VP-31 (1970-1974) and VP-46 (1974-1975)..." [09DEC2017]
MONTOYA, Ernest P. epm1@hotmail.com "...Chief. Hank Cardoza Pilot, Cmdr. Firebaugh; Hope you guys are alright, Sir. Long time, no see. Any crew members from VP-41 out there drop me a line at my e mail address. Smooth air and blue sky to all HUNTER KILLERS..." [23OCT98]
MONTZKA, AEAN Jim montzkajames@gmail.com "...I served with VP-23 (1956-1957) with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland (1956) and Malta (1957). After 10 years in automotive and 30 years in education I retired to fish Mille Lacs Lake, Minnesota..." [23JAN2014]
MONZON, CDR Vic Retired vmonzon@comcast.net "...Hi. I entered the VP Navy as an NFO via NESEP. I joined VP-47 in November 1978 and deployed to NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan the following month. This deployment included a detachment to NSF Diego Garcia. On returning to NAS Moffett Field, California, I was sent to Corry Station for training to assume squadron EWO responsibilities. Also while on the home cycle, I completed two 3-week NAS Adak, Alaska detachments. I qualified as TACCO and (a LTjg) Mission Commander prior to our January 1981 NAS Misawa, Japan deployment, which included two NAS Cubi Point, Philippines detachments. After successfully getting the VP-47 NFO's thru the CNAP NATOPS eval, I transferred to VP-31 Staff. I immediately enrolled in the USC Sytems Management master's program. During the RAG quailification process, I was reassigned to assume the VP-31 NFO NATOPS billet, which included IUT coordinator, and StanBoard chairman responsibilities beyond the usual instructor duties. I then completed my final 18 months as CNAP evaluator. In 1985, with a CARGRU staff unavailable in NAS Alameda, California, I volunteered for a 1 year tour as MC&E(OPS) with CPW-1 det NSF Diego Garcia. With detailers only offering CPWP staff options (4), I joined the staff as Tactics Officer, handling Tactical Development and Evaluation, and AIR Effectiveness Measurement program. This was one of my more successful tours, where I was influential in advancing Force readiness with PTA Attack Criteria, LASER threat guidelines, Acoustic Sensor enhancements, ALR-66 deficiency corrections, and MK-50 initial tactics. Heading to Big Red (VP-19) in 1989 for a 2nd tour, I caught their full NAS Misawa, Japan deployment. On return, I was able to participate in ICEX out of Greenland. With perfect timing, I received Outlaw Hunter training just before our 2nd NAS Misawa, Japan deployment, which coincided with Saddam's invasion of Kuwait. Hence, I took Outlaw Hunter to the Gulf and was there every month of Desert Shield and into Desert Storm. As luck would have it, during Desert Storm, we were notified of our impending disestablishment and rotated home. On promoting to CDR, I rotated to FASO as Training DH and led the design, development, and introduction of the Tactical Training Course. Upon retirement of the OINC in 1991, I relieved him as the final FASO det OINC. In 1994, I transitioned to the civilian world via the Semiconductor Industry. With the recent meltdown of the Asian financial world, I have moved on to the Telecommunications industry. I made a lot of friends during my 16 years at NAS Moffett Field, California, and I would truly enjoy the opportunity to reconnect with those with whom I have lost touch. A couple in particular are Don McLaughlin (East Coast) and Charley Bess (VP-47)..." [E-Mail Updated 28MAY2006 | E-Mail Updated 12JAN2001 | 07SEP98]
MOODY, Charles w3txf@aol.com "...I served with VP-661 (1961-1962) during the Cuban Missle Crises call up. I flew with CDR Kauffman in LV1..." [23JAN2011]
MOODY, WO Greg mbaonpeleliu@hotmail.com "...I served with VAQ-33 in Key West as an A-3 plane capt and worked in the ECM shop, from 1984-1989. I would enjoy hearing from anyone stationed with VAQ-33 during that time frame. I am currently a Warrant Officer on the USS Belleau Wood. Ready to make a PAC in a few days..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 20MAY2002 | 14FEB98]
MOOLDYK, Evan evan.mooldyk@us.army.mil "...VP-9, 1987-1991, NAV/COM - TACCO, Crew 8 and Crew 3. Served 4 years with VP-9 (2 deployments), I am looking for any former Shipmates. I'm now heading to Iraq as a Captain in the US Army. (had a 10 yr. break in service and joined the California Army National Guard in 2001). If any former VP-9 members are in the Persian Gulf/Iraq area, contact me. HOOAH!..." [12NOV2004]
MOON, Dennis moonee@netins.net "...I served with VP-31 (1970-1972) as a Radioman aboard the P-3. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [17APR2013]
MOON, Frank beachbums@holdenbeach-nc.net "...I served with VT-29 (1963-1965) as AC on the T-29 and R4D Gooneybird..." [25AUG2014]
MOON, James L. jlmoon@bitwisesystems.com "...I served in the VPB-32 squadron as an ARM from July, 1944 to December, 1945 and presently hold the ham call sign W9NS. This is the first I've heard of the outfit since being discharged in January 1946..." [04AUG99]
MOON, L. moondustwriter@gmail.com "...I served with VP-91 at NAS Moffett Field, California in the early 1980's..." [04JAN2010]
MOONEY, QMC Howard mooneyhoward@ymail.com "...I served with FAW-6 (1970-1971). During my stay, CAPTAIN GATELY and CAPTAIN BENNETTWERE were Commanding Officer's. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [13AUG2011]
MOONEY, Larry lmooney@freewwweb.com "...VP-6 1964-1966 ATN Radioman I would like to contact my old Shipmates..." [31JUL99]
MOONEY, Jerry Ray jerry.mooney@hotmail.com "...I served aboard OASU/VX-6 (Project Jenny Det WesPac) from September 1966 to October 1968..." [28JAN2010]
MOORE, AD1 Albin Retired albmoore@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-90 (1987-1993). I would like to hear from former Shipmates and any upcoming Reunions..." [18DEC2016]
MOORE, ATCS Bill Retired oldwrestler@aol.com "...I've contacted some of you but if you remember me, VP-6 December 1976 to July 1981. Drop me a line or two. I look forward to hearing from you. Retired and loving it..." [E-Mail Updated 04MAY2002 | 26AUG2000]
MOORE, Bob bmoore@dpiweb.com "...I served in VT-31 1962-1964 as one of the first Navy AZ ratings. During my tour with VT-31 I was crewman on S2F's. My last two years were on board the USS Valley Forge in the South China sea. I would enjoy hearing from any members of VT-31 during 62-64..." [07SEP2000]
MOORE, Bob Rmoorewi@aol.com "...VP-6 July '84 to Aug '87. ETD at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii from Aug '87 to Oct. '91. VQ-3 April '92 until I retired in '97. Currently residing in Wisconsin A.K.A. ice planet Hoth! Would like to hear from past squadron mates..." [05FEB2000]
MOORE, YN1 Charles B. Retired cmoore46@bellsouth.net "...I served with VP-90 (OPS/TRNG) as a YN2 from November 1980 to January 1984. There were many friendships and memories made during that time, the Christmas party at AWC Moen's home and the squadron's parties and the DETS to NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan and the Philippins..." [E-Mail Updated 31OCT2008 | 19NOV99]
MOORE, Chester B. marymoore@hotmail.com "...I am looking for any buddies that served with VP-9 between 1965 and 1968. WOuld love to catch up!..." [16NOV2001]
MOORE, AMCS Chuck Retired charlesmoore3@comcast.net "...I served with VP-22 (1970-1973) - best time of my life til grand kids..." [28NOV2011]
MOORE, Craig A. camoore@mail.tqci.net "...Flight Engineer with VP-1, NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Patuxent River, MD, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. Looking for old friends that were attached to VP-1 or Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Patuxent River, MD. Give me a jingle..." [22MAY98]
MOORE, AECS Dan Retired aecs8251@netpenny.net"...I served with VP-46 from 1978 to 1982, VP-64 from 1985 to 1990, VP-93 from 1990 to 1992, and currently serving with VP-64 NAS Willow Grove since 1992 [8251 P-3 B/C Flight Engineer]..." [E-Mail Updated 25OCT2003 | E-Mail Updated 03DEC2000 | E-Mail Updated 15JAN2000 | 00XXX97]
MOORE, CDR Dick Retired moore_richard@bah.com "...I would like to say hello to all those old squadron mates that I pissed off at one time or another. VP-30 (RAG) NAS Patuxent River, Maryland Jan-Jun '71, VP-45 NAS Jacksonville, Florida Jun '71- Sep '75, VP-93 Selfridge Apr'76-Mar'81, VP-92 NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts Mar'81-Nov'85, VP-68 Andrews AFB Nov'85-Mar'86, Navy Command Center NCC-106 Pentagon Mar'86-Jan'90, OP-06-106 Pentagon Jan'90-Aug'93. Recalled to Dessert Shield/Storm Aug'90-Jul'91 JCS Crisis Action Team..." [E-Mail Updated 30APR2001 | E-Mail Updated 29JUN2000 | E-Mail Updated 18DEC98 | 03SEP98]
MOORE, PO2 Donald George sassguy@att.net "...Joined Navy after High School (1957 Stockton, CA) on 12-1-1957 in San Francisco, CA. Boot Camp in San Diego, CA, Basic Electronics in NAS Norman, Oklahoma, Adv. Airborne Electronics in NAS Memphis, Tennessee and then VP-9 in NAS Alameda, California. I had to wait a few weeks for them to return from AK. I served in a flight crew in 1959-1962 as the radar & special equipment operator and repair. In a crew that helped the USAF find a B-58 in the Great Salt Lake. In a crew that took a new P2V-7 to Japan and flew the old plane back to NAS Alameda, California (had power, radio and oil leak problems – but made it okay). During the Japan trip we were on Guam when two WWII Japan soldiers were caught. There are two other good stories, but there for me and the other crew members to remember. Lot’s of us who were getting out in late 1961 were extended for 6 months (I don’t remember why). Made 2nd Class Petty Officer (the year before release). I will be 81 on the 20th of June 2020. I’m doing very well to date. Still married to the same girl and we had 3 boys and 1 girl (lot’s of grand kids & great-grand kids). In 2013 moved from Calif. to Okla. (my wife and I were both born in Calif.)..." [E-Mail Updated 23DEC2021 | 29MAY2020]
MOORE, Gerrold (Bob) Sr. GRMoore130@AOL.com "...I was sent to VW-11 in December 1958 at NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada as a Airman (boy did I know everything). I remember landing in "Tripple 4" in the middle of a snow shorm, and looking out the back door and asking myself, what did I get myself into. I was immediately sent mess cooking to the north side galley and worked in the Issue Room. Three months later I returned to the squadron and worked in the Communications Office for Chief Watson. I started flying as an observer and later, thanks to Chief Watson, got flight orders. I was assigned as a fill in, so flew with different crews as a radar operator. Made A/C third in November 1960 and was discharged. I remember some good times out at Northeast Arms...." [24MAY2003]
MOORE, Herb hmoore1116@comcast.net "...I served with VP-5, VP-7, VP-19, VP-30, and NAMTD NAS Moffett Field, California..." [08NOV2012]
MOORE, LT SG Homer Retired okbudmoore@yahoo.com "...I served with VR-2. I was the Captain of the NATS VR-2 PB2Y-5 to make the first seaplane transport trip into Manila after the Japanese occupation ended..." [07JAN2015]
MOORE, Howard homoore@mindspring.com "...As one of the members of the crew surviving the Alfa Foxtrot 586 ditch (SEE: VP-9 In Memorial for lost friends Alfa Foxtrot 586). I would like all to know the I still hold the deapest appriciation for everyone that contributed to our rescue. I found out before Christmas that the Russian's had been looking for the survivors to see how their lives were 20 years later. They were not successful. I have just recently through very supportive Americain Officials in Russia, been told that they have found the head of the Russian rescue team. They are planning to present him with a letter of appreciation and has requested any of the survivors to provide letters, pictures of then and now, really anything that they can put together to show our thanks. I am very glad to support that effort. If any survivors from that day read this in time please e-mail LCDR Jerri Bell at burydav@glasnet.ru as they plan to do the presentation by mid May. Please e-mail me also as I would like to hear from you too..." [20APR2001]
MOORE, James E. c/o Brenda Bradley mrandmrsb1968@att.net "...My Dad served with PATSU-13 as a Hydraulic Mechanic. He went over on the Dashing Wave. I am trying to find as much information as I can for him. Dad will be 90 in May 2012..." [23MAR2012]
MOORE, ATAN James L. james5233@sbcglobal.net "...I was a ATAN at NAS Sigonella, Sicily when VP-45 arrived in 1973. At the time I became friends with many of the supporting crew that arrived there. AQ2 at the Joeseph Mendoza and Rodney Roger were about along with David Crist and Lewis Thorne. Wonder where they all went?..." [27OCT2006]
MOORE, ADR2 James W.
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