VP Shipmate Directory
"...HAAG, Ernie...I received an E-mail yesterday that Ernie Haag passed away Sunday, July 28, 2002..." Contributed by AX2 Lee (Andy) Anderson 2leenkath@gmail.com [29JUL2002]
"...HAAS, AO Edward J...My Father, Edward J. Haas, passed away April 2004. Dad was an AO and was air crew in P2V aircraft based in Japan sometime between 1956-1959. I think that he was based out of NAS Atsugi, Japan or Youkouska. He was part of VAH-8 onboard the Midway for the 1959 to 1960 cruise. I don't know what squadron he was in but he had a jacket patch with a picture of a donkey on it and it read Fergie's Flying Jackasses. Dad never talked a lot about it and I was just wondering what his job might have been and what kind of guy he was then. I was a destroyer sailer and Dad always made sure that I knew that he was aircrew and NOT ships crew. If anybody knew him I would be grateful for anything that you could tell me. Daniel J. Haas xkw648@yahoo.com..." [20MAR2008]
"...HABERMAN, AMHC Elmer J...My father, AMHC Elmer J. Haberman Retired, passed away about a year ago in California. I have had the pleasure of reviewing many photos and memorabilia he had left behind and was able to enjoy many memories. Of course, prominent in my mind was the many years he was stationed in NAS Alameda, California with VR-2 and VP-9. I have recently looked at the slides he took in the late 1950's detachment tours to NAS Kodiak, Alaska and NAS Adak, Alaska. I wanted to pass on to his former Shipmates, that my father loved his Navy time, was active in the Fleet Reserve and always had a warm spot for his time with VP-9. I also want to thank you for the good memories...Son Rich Haberman rhaberman@comcast.net..." [05JAN2004]
"...HAGY, Captain Jim...For those of us that knew Jim, we are much the better for it. His sincere friendship, quick wit, superior intelligence, and willingness to get any job well done was the composition of an exceptional Naval Officer and fine man. Without exception Jim was one of the very best TACCOs that ever flew a ASW mission. Jim was also very instrumental in VP-49 receiving a record three Meritorious Units Commendations for its 1975 deployment to NAS Sigonella, Sicily, its 1976 Ascension Island Operations, and its deployment to Iceland in 1976 (a periord of only 22 months). Jim was surely one of the very best - and will be sorely missed. Our heartfelt prayers and thoughts to Judy and family. Service would be held next Saturday August 1, 2009 at the Duke U. Chapel at 1100 hours...." Contributed by BRITTINGHAM, CAPTAIN Mike Retired captemb@comcast.net [27JUL2009]
"...HALLORAN, LT John...LT VP 10 1955 - 1958 passed away December 24, 2008..." Contributed by WILSON, AT2 Robert T. Jr. vp10_archives@juno.com [29JAN2009]
"...HALPIN, AO1 Chet...My dad AO1 Chet Halpin flew with VPB-26 during WWII as an aerial gunner, bow turret on PBMs. Chet flew as a Combat Aircrewman during the Saipan Iwo Jima Okinawa campaigns and air attacks against the Japanese home islands. His sqdn. sunk numerous enemy vessels, rescued downed NAVY/MARINE aircrews, and was the first US sqdn. to operate out of Japan (Tokyo Bay). For his actions he was awarded The D.F.C. the AIR MEDAL w/ 3 Gold stars Combat Air Crew Wings, and numerous unit and campaign citations. Dad died on 21 July 2000 and is missed more than words can describe. Because of my dads love of Naval Aviation I to joined Mother Navy and served two tours of duty in Vietnam as a Aircrewman with VR 21 C-130s and off the Helicopter Assault Ship New Orleans LPH 11 . For this I will be forever proud to have FLY NAVY..Thanks for your efforts in preserving our proud heritage of serving our country in some of the most trying of times. SEMPER FI to our fellow Marine brothers of the air...Sincerely Tim Halpin. halpint@nibco.com..." [06OCT2000]
"... HAMMOND, Robert Laverne Sr...My grandfather, Robert Laverne Hammond, was a bellygunner on a PB4Y-1, and served with VPB-104. Mr. Hammond passed away at age 78, in Evansville, Indiana, and is interred at Maury cemetary in Richmond, Virginia. I do not know which crew he flew with in VPB-104, but my dad says that the pilots last name may have been Mcdonald, or something similar to this. My grandfather didn't talk much about the war, and we didn't press him for much info. He did however, when I was a kid, show me several crew photo's, and I think his plane's nose art may have been a girl in a grass skirt, possibly a hula girl. He also show me a couple of medals, and badges, and I know one was a distinguished flying cross. I recently discovered VPNavy and a few other related sites, and haven't found any information on his crew. His name is on the missing Shipmates list for VPB-104 so I assume someone may have some information on him, or at least knew him. If anyone knows of any information I can get on his crew, exploits, or any photo's that may be posted I would very much like to hear from you. Thanks!..." Contributed by Matthew C. Hammond Sr. mchstarblazer@comcast.net [E-Mail/PIX Updated 06FEB2010 | 19MAR2002]
"...HAMMOND, Thomas Alva...My Grandfather, Thomas Alva Hammond, was a part of VPB-6 during WWII. I am looking for someone who might have new him. He passed away in 1956 and I have very little information to go on. I have bits and pieces from his service record. Thank you!...Jeff Hammond jeffrey.r.hammond@uscg.mil..." [22DEC2006]
"...HAMES, Harry Edward...My Father, Harry Edward Hames, from Revere, Massachusetts served with VP-212 assigned to FAW-11 from May 1942 to October 1945. I would like to hear from anyone that served with my Father. Ellen K Davis daviel@peoplepc.com..." [03JUL2009]
"...HANISEE, AWC Sid...I am Kerry Hyder, daughter of Sid Hanisee. I am saddened to report that after a long battle with lymphatic and throat cancer, Sid passed away at home in his sleep in Houston, TX on October 28th. Sid Hanisee served with VP-22, NAMTRADET NAS Moffett Field, California, and VP-31, and VP-17. His remains will be interred with his parents in New Orleans, his boyhood stomping grounds...Kerry Hyder zootis@aol.com..." [20NOV2003]
"...HANNA, AOC Hugh Eugene "Horrible Hughie"...Born January 8, 1935, passed away at home at the age of 73 in Riverside, CA on August 26, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 31 years Ramona, son Jimmie and daughter Denise, grandson's Joshua & Dillon. He spent 20 yrs. in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1972 and retired as an Aviation Ordinance Chief. He was based in NAS Alameda, California and also served in Vietnam on the USS Coral Sea; and served aboard the USS Boxer & USS Yorktown with Attack Squadron VA-65 in the Korean War and on the USS Kearsarge and with VP-4 from 1959-62. His affectionate nickname while in the Navy was "Horrible Hughie". He continued to support the Navy throughout his life. After his military service, he went to work for Stanford Research Center and later to FMC before retiring. He spent his life giving to anyone and everyone he could. He was a good man and will be truly missed. Arrangements entrusted to Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544 510-538-3131 ..." Contributed by ANDRUSZKEWICZ, Steve "Andy" sgpa2zfmly@aol.com [19JUL2010]
"...HANSON, AO1 Charles C. (Skip)...I would like to leave a note concerning AO1 Charles C. (Skip) Hanson - Retired. To anyone who knew him from VP-90 NAS Glenview, Illinois. I regret to report that he passed away 19 February 2001 at 1930 hours from complications following major surgery for a fatal infection. He will be deeply missed by his wife Toni, and all his friends. For any further information please contact me. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Disabled American Veterans or The Paralized American Veterans. May he have fair winds and following seas...AD1 Phillip Pennington damnyankee@suddenlink.net..." [20FEB2001]
"...HARE, Franklin W....Once again it has become my sad duty to inform all "Executioners" (VP-93) of the passing of LCDR Franklin W. Hare. LCDR Hare died in his sleep on December 7th, 2002 of an aparent heart attack. His wife Ev passed the following: Thursday December 12th, 2002 viewing at Mullins and Thompson Funeral Home, 186 Shelton Shop Rd., Stafford, VA 22554 PH 540.659.7690. Friday December 13th, 2002 he will bew interned at The Quantico National Cemetary after services at the funeral home at 1300hrs. Frank was a Officer's officer. As a Marine he served in Korea servicing Marine Fighter bombers as an enlisted maintenenceman. After discharge he attended school on California and earned a BSEE and a MSEE. He was hired by Ford Motor Co. as an Electrical Engineer and served till retirement in 1997. He entered the Naval Reserve as a APG, PO1 Electronics Technician and when he turned forty nine yrs old applied for and won an appointment as an Ensign. His career ended with retirement as a Leutenant Commander. Throught his entire military and civilian careers Frank was the most honest person I have ever met and, He stayed a Marine (his Tis Clasp was the Marine, Eagle/Globe) to the end. There is a "Special" place in heaven for you Frank. Bravo Zulu, Rest Easy Shipmate with your brothers...AWCM Thomas Kaiser III tka107@aol.com..." [10DEC2002]
"...HARSCHUTZ, CAPTAIN Edward F...My Dad, CDR Edward F. Harschutz, was CO of FASRON-102 back in the mid to late '50s at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. This fits with my arrival 17DEC52 at Great Lakes Naval Hospital. My family stayed around long enough for my to get some sea legs and then hightailed it to Virginia Beach so my Dad could start his new duties at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. I'd love to speak with anyone who knew or worked with my Dad as he's been gone now since August 1970. I didn't have enough time with him and he certainly would have enjoyed fishing with his grandson, Edward, IV. Thanks for keeping the memories alive. It's been great fun reading all that I can. With kindest regards...Tim Harschutz timharschutz@yahoo.com..." [02MAR2005]
"...HARVEY, John...I am sorry to report that John Harvey (USNA '63, VP-7 '65-'68) passed away Tuesday morning 10/19 after a long and valiant battle with throat cancer and many complications. John was Navigator, Copilot, and ultimately PPC of Crew 6, the "Roadrunners". Those of us who knew him knew that if it ever came to a fight, John was the man to have as your wingman - better yet, you could be his. We all loved and admired him for his earthy humor, his keen sense of the absurd, and the high standards he set for himself. John's VP-7 nickname was UMA, for Ugliest Man Alive, but in reality he was a beautiful human being who was at his best when the chips were down - in the airplane, in a Klondike game, or during the last few years. We will all miss him - a lot. Our thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to his family. So long, UMA...William H. Woodruff w00dy@earthlink.net..." [31OCT99]
"...HART, Douglas Peter...My father, Doug Hart, served with VP-14 on December 7, 1941, at Kaneohe Bay. He was on Lil' Nell, a member of Bill Paulin's crew. He was in five major battles during Word War II and was at Guadalcanal for a year and a half. Sadly, my father lost his battle with Alzheimer's Disease and prostate cancer on February 18, 2002. My family misses him very much, and are proud to carry on his legacy. Mary Hart Maggay, daughter maggay@yahoo.com..." [01NOV2004]
"...HASSAN, AMM3 James (Jimmy) E.Seeking any information or contacts for CASU-5. Deceased father-in-law James (Jimmy) E. Hassan's Navy discharge papers list service as AMM 3/c in CASU-5 and USS Copahee (AVG-12) from 1943-1945. Terry Callison,CPT, MI, USAR (Ret) ltterry@policeone.com..." [06NOV2005]
"...HAUCK, ADR1 John William Jr...My Grandfather, John William Hauck, Jr., a Combat Air Crewman passed away. According to his records he not only served with the United States Air Force but also with the United States Navy (both Active and Reserve). His records indicate he served with VPB-18, VPB-98, VU-6, VPB-2 Operational Training Unit (OTU)-3 and FAW-2. He also served aboard numerous Naval Air Stations including NAS Banana River, Florida, NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, NAS Jacksonville, Florida, NAS Lake City, Florida (Aircrew Training), NAS Norfolk, Virginia . He received numerous awards while serving with VPB-18 as a Plane Captain including the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon, Air Medal (April 3-17, 1945), Gold Star in lieu of the Second Air Medal (April 21-27, 1945), Gold Star in lieu of the Third Air Medal (May 2-20, 1945), Distinguised Flying Cross (April 5 through July 4, 1945), Asiatic Pacific Ribbon (April 1 through July 31, 1945), Good Conduct and American Theatre Okinawa. I would like to hear from any of his former Shipmates..." Contributed by William O'Daniel Jr. williamodaniel@insightbb.com [10OCT2008]
"...HAUGEN, Jack "Ole"...It is with deepest regret and sorrow that we the Haugen Family must inform you that Jack "Ole" Haugen also loving known as "Happy Jack" has passed on. After a valiant effort through a quadruple bypass and 2 heart valve replacements, Jack passed on Tuesday evening April 8, 2003. Jack was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Should you need to be in touch, Jeff Haugen, Jack's oldest son would like to hear from you. You can reach him at ranchohaugen@juno.com. You might remember "Ole" was our co-host with Admiral James S. Russell at the FAW-4 Reunions. "Ole' did Alaskan tour with the PBY VP-43 - Contributed by Will Swinney (VPB-139). "Ole" also wrote the VP-43 history that was included in "THE ALEUTIAN AIRDALES" by Capt. Carl Amme. "Ole" not only helped run the Reunions he also published the FAW-4 Newsletter - Contributed by Ralph O. Carrigan Rocarr28@aol.com..." Contibuted/forwarded by Ralph O. Carrigan Rocarr28@aol.com [30APR2003]
"...HAUSLER, Carl...I need to share a sad event with my VP-50 shipmates. Commander Hausler, CO of VP-50 in '68-'69 passed away today. His daughter found my name on the site and sent me a message. He was one of those rare individuals that represented the absolute best of what the Navy was all about. He was one of the COs that everyone will remember as a most remarkable individual. I am going to forward his daughter's message to you...(LT.) Jim Coleman 206yazoo@earthlink.net..."
"...Jim, I was looking thru the VP-50 web page and saw your name and mentioning my Dad, Cdr Carl Hausler. I need to let you know that Dad passed away today. He suffered a heart attack 3 years ago and had a pretty major stroke last november. His passing was very quick and quiet. He died at home in my step mothers arms. I hope we can all be so lucky. One thing is for certain, Dad did love to fly and Navy Air was a huge part of his life. Many of the life long friendships that he had were the all of the VP fliers who lived a very interesting life. You all share a common bond that many peole can not understand. If you have any communication with his VP-50 shipmates, I would be happy if you might let them know the Dads passing. Be well. Carl Hausler, N. Hartland Vt..." [24MAR98]
"...HAVERLUCK, Bill...Regret to inform you that Bill Haverluck passed away in May 02, 2002 at age 76...HAVERLUCK, YNC Bill..." [28SEP2002]
HAACK, Fernent B. (Ben) c/o His Son jbrackman@sspps.org "...My dad was at NAF Dunkeswell, Devonshire, England between 1944 and 1945 and was in charge of the hydralic shop at the NAF Dunkeswell, Devonshire, England. He is just interested in seeing if anyone remembers him or any of the other men in the service department. Dad says he still remembers how everyone hated the mutton on Thursdays!..." [30NOV2004]
HAAG, E.V. "Ernie" ernie.haag@centigram.com "...Before leaving VP and the Navy in '87. I enjoyed tours in VP-48 (60-64), FAW-14 (67-69), VP-23 (69-72), VP-30 (72-74), and VP-40 (74-76). E-Mail will change after today, as I will be joining Lucent Technologies for my next "tour". I look forward to browsing often. As I perused the VP-40 site, and the many different logos, I was reminded of the Shipmate who (I believe) designed the first of the current model Marlins in about 1963-64, Lt. Bill Ross. Thanks for the memories..." [24APR98]
HAAKANA, ARM1 Carl dellcar@earthlink.net "...Served with VP-14 (see BIT OF HISTORY)..." [22FEB99]
HAAKE, Pat jjjkldp@psci.net "...VP-5 IN THE LATE 60S EARLY 70S..." [03JAN98]
HAAR, Dan RISTKR@AOL.COM "...I served with VP-4 during 1963 through 1965. My crew was in YD 9 and the aircraft was 142545. If any of the ol' crew have survived the ravages of later life, I would enjoy hearing from you..." [12JUN98]
HAAS, Ambrose E. 'Ace' c/o his son Russ Haas RHaas41629@aol.com "...My father was a belly gunner in VPB 104 (Navy) during 1944-45 in the Pacific. He was in crew 10. His pilot's name was John Burton; another name of crew William T. Wales. My Dad lives in Arkansas (does not do computers) if you like to give him a call his number is 501 892-3770..."
HAASE, Bruce vap61vap62@comcast.net "...I served with VAP-61 from 1961 to 1963..." [18AUG2004]
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HADDAWAY, Joseph "Joe" joehaddaway@aol.com "...I served with VP-28 (1956 to 1959), NTPS NAS Patuxent River, Maryland (1959 to 1962), VU-5 NAS Cubi Point, Philippines (1962 to 1963), VF-162 NAS Miramar (1963 to 1965), NAS Cubi Point, Philippines (1965 to 1966), NAS Moffett Field, California (1966 to 1969), NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam (1969 to 1970), VP-6 (1972 to 1974), NAESU NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii (1974 to 1978), VP-17 (1978 to 1980), NAS Cubi Point, Philippines (1980 to 1983), NAESU NAS Cubi Point, Philippines (1983 to 1985) and then retired 1985. Closed NS Subic Bay, Philippines with NSD in 1992..." [E-Mail Updated 28JUN2008 | E-Mail Updated 01JAN2002 | 30NOV2000]
HADDOW, AE2 William H. Jr. w2h@juno.com "...I served with FASRON-109 from December 1952 until December 1954. I started as an AN and left the squadron as AE2. I transfered to VS-32 NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island..." [24JUL2004]
HAGAN, Gary condr6855@aim.com "...I served with VP-8 from 1978 through 1981. I was SS1 on Crew 5. Great group of guys and always had a balst. I was discharged in 1981 and moved back home to Long Island (NY) and still here today! I would love to hear from anyone who I served with. Those were the best times..." [E-Mail Updated 28OCT2007 | 03JUN2000]
HADLEY, AMS1 Bud bud3769@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-24 (Crew 1 with Big John and Hal Wilcox) from 1965 to 1967. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [09OCT2009]
HADLEY, Gerald sister@hotmail.com "...I served aboard USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from April 1954 to April 1956 in the Fox Division as Gunnery Office Yeoman. Shipmates called me "sister" because I punched a typewriter. Loved my tour of duty and would like to hear from anyone who served aboard the "Sully" during those two years..." [28JUN2004]
HAGAN, James k8edidhaga@aol.com "...I am a former personnelman assigned to VP-30 in 1967-1969..." [10SEP2000]
HAGAN, LCDR Jerry R. Retired coastie@haganroost.com "...I was at RTC San Diego in June of 1968 and completed AT A-Schooland AFUN P-School in NAS Millington, Tennessee in February of 1969. I served with VT-29 NAS Corpus Christi, Texas from February 1969 to April 1971. My final tour in the Navy was with VC-6 NAS Norfolk, Virginia. I left the Navy in 1972 and entered the Coast Guard shortly thereafter. I went on to complete an additional 20 years in the Coast Guard and retired in 1992. After owning and operating a computer business for 8 years, I sold out and retired fully in 1999..." [E-Mail Updated 15FEB2010 | 31JUL2006]
HAGEMANN, CWO2 Daryl HAGS31@hotmail.com "...I served with the MAD FOX's as a Instructor Flight Engineer from 92-94. I have also served in VP-16, VP-30, VP-46, and now going to VP-47. I'm glad to know that Lance Lewis and Ralph Torres are still alive. See ya in the fleet..." [22APR98]
HAGENSEN, PH2 Robert robert.hagensen@us.army.mil "...I'm an ex Photomate PH-2. I was at the NAS Keflavik, Iceland Photo Lab from 1980-1983. During that time VP-10, VP-11, VP-23 and I think VP-26 came and went. All the PH's that were attached to the squadron's were great people. Anybody out there remember me? I currently work for the DOD as a Video Production Director/Producer at Dugway Proving Ground in Utah (Work Phone 435-831-5069)..." [25MAY2007]
HAGER, LCDR Carl Allen U. S. Naval Academy "...Graduated with a B.S. in May 1986 from the U.S. Naval Academy. Attended SWOS and EOOW schools from June 1986 to January 1987. Reported to the USS Miller (FF-1091) in February 1987 and assumed duties as the Gunnery Officer, Auxiliaries / Electrical Officer and Main Propulsion Assistant. Qualified as OOD underway, CICWO, EOOW, CDO and designated a Surface Warfare Officer. The command received the Battle Efficiency Award in 1987. Selected for a Lateral Transfer to become a Naval Flight Officer in October 1988. Reported to NAS Pensacola, Florida and completed Aviation Indoctrination Training in March 1989. Graduated with distinction from VT-10 and reported to NATU (Naval Air Training Unit) Mather AFB, Ca. for Undergraduate Navigator Training. Received NFO wings in May 1990 and awarded the William Mize Leadership Award. Reported to VP-30 (Fleet Replacement Squadron) in June 1990 and eventually to the “Mad Foxes” of VP-5 in NAS Jacksonville, Florida in February of 1991. Assumed duties as Security Manager/Nuclear Safety Officer, AW Division Officer, Personnel Officer and NFO Training Officer. Participated in deployments to NS Rota, Spain and NAS Keflavik, Iceland with detachments to Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Norway and Crete. Qualified as Navigator/Communicator, Tactical Coordinator and Mission Commander. Awarded 1993 ANA “NFO of the Year”. The “Mad Foxes” were awarded the Battle Efficiency Award in 1992. Reported to VP-30 as a “blue card” Fleet NATOPS Instructor from February 1994 to September of 1995. Held the collateral position of Special Projects Officer responsible for the Anti-Surface Improvement Program (AIP) implementation. Reported to Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California in September 1995. Completed thesis titled “Modeling the Performance of the PT SUR Hydrophone Array in Localizing Blue Whales”. Graduated from NPS with a Master’s Degree in Physical Oceanography. Following graduation, reported to VP-30 for refresher training from October 1997 to April 1998. Reported to the “Fighting Marlins” of VP-40 in May 1998 and assumed duties as the Tactics Officer, Training Officer, Assistant Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Officer. As Maintenance Officer, led a department of 290 personnel responsible for the upkeep of 10 P-3C Aircraft. Participated in a deployment to NAS Misawa, Japan with detachments to the Philippines, Okinawa and South Korea. The “Fighting Marlins” were awarded the Commander Patrol and Reconnaissance Forces Pacific Battle Efficiency Award in March 2000. Detached in May 2000 with over 1400 cumulative flight hours. Reported to the Oceanography Department of the United States Naval Academy in May 2000..." [31MAY2003]
HAGGERTON, Skeeter svhagg@citlink.net "...I am looking for all contacts with my old Shipmates serving with FAETUPAC NAS North Island, San Diego, California from 1952 to 1954. Can only rememmber a 1st Class named Welker, a 3rd class named Schos Miller, and Bob Junker. I was Plane Captain on the PBY6A, PB1W, F6 Bearcat, F8, and the DC3. Any information will be appreciated..." [06OCT2002]
HAGGERTY, AMM1 Donald E. DONBIV55@aol.com "...Would like to know if any of my old Shipmates of VP-31 (1941-1942) are still alive. I joined the squadron December 12,1941 in San Jaun, Puerto Rico and remained a member until November 1942..." [21APR2002]
HAGERTY, GARY (SEA HAG) GJHAG203@AOL.COM "...LOOKING FOR VP-18 Shipmates FROM 1967--1969. STILL IN CONTACT WITH MARK NEWMAN AND A. J. DONAVAN..." [17MAY99]
HAHN, Alan AHAHN2HMA@AOL.COM "...AT1 Hahn was the sole radioman or "communicator" as they were known then, for VP-836 ( NAS Floyd Bennett Field, New York) from March 1959 to July 1961. VP-836's CO at that time was CDR. RAU. AT1 Hahn flew many missions as part of LT. Brescia's (PPC) crew in the P2V Neptune including a rare few with live ordinance..." [19JUN2000]
HAHN, AX3 Charley charleyhahn@aol.com "...I served with VP-48 from 1964 to 1966 as an AX3 on Crew 6..." [E-Mail Updated 02AUG2009 | E-Mail Updated 12SEP2005 | E-Mail Updated 06JAN2004 | 29AUG99]
HAHN, Daryl E. xwxman@cox.net "...I served with VB-200 from April 1944 till December 1944 and VPB-151 from January 1945 till June 1945. I was an AMM plane captain on PV-1 aircraft. We made raids on Woleai, Yap, Pagan, Lamotrek and spent a week on Iwo Jima March 13th through the 20th, 1945 going after picket boats..." [BIO Updated 19OCT2009 | E-Mail Updated 17JUL2009 | E-Mail Updated 10AUG1992 | 22SEP1998]
HAHN, LCDR Gerald L. Retired hahnretreat@juno.com "...I'm the son of LCDR Gerald L. Hahn (ret). He served from '57 to '79 in VP-49, Pensacola ground school instruction, Short Haul Interisland Transport ( NAS Agana, Guam), VP-56 in NAS Norfolk, Virginia and NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, FAW-3 Staff, ComFairWingSlant Staff (both NAS Brunswick, Maine), VXE-6 ( NAS Point Mugu, California and McMurdo Station) and finally retired as Range Ops Officer for PMTC NAS Point Mugu, California. The Navy life treated us well. Any of my dad's squadron mates may e-mail him at hahnretreat@juno.com. Thanks for the great site and tons of memories...David M. Hahn downhillfast@juno.com..." [16MAR2001]
HAHN, Dr. Keith D. keith.hahn@trw.com "...C.O of VP-40 '87-'88. Spent 3 years on CNO Executive Panel and 3 years on National Security Panel, White House (under Bush and Clinton) before retiring. Now Vice President, Defense Programs, TRW. Love to hear from old squadronmates..." [18JAN99]
HAILEY, Charles crhailey@flash.net "...I was a radioman on Crew 16 in VW-11 in 59 & 60 and also one the "Blue Eagle" people in VX-8 from 65 thru 68. Is there anyone else out there who might have shared the same experiences?..." [12OCT98]
HAILEY, AEC(AW) John Retired jdhailey@gmail.com "...Arrived VP-60 December 1976 and departed March 1981 to AIMD NAS Dallas, Texas. Member of VP-60's nite check maintenance "A" team along with Pat Bousley in powerplants (110), Jim Kelly (210), my shop (220), Al Johnson was D/X supervisor. Retired NAS Alameda, California March 1994 with 21 1/2 years service. Would like to hear from any former VP-60 members. Go Cobras!..." [25DEC2006]
HAINER, Mark Hainer (Hawkman) mghainer@comcast.net "...I was a AW2 sensosr 3 operator for VP-50 Crew 4 from late 1978 to December 1981, when my enlistment came to an end. I have very often thought fondly of my experiences and the people I served with, and would love to hear from any of them any time..." [07MAY2003]
HAKEY, AECS David L. Retired dlhx2@hotmail.com "...As an AE2 in VP-4 worked out of the F/E shop and NATOPS from 74-77 flew with some of best Skinny Dragons pilots there were. 1977-1980 transferred to VP-23 Sea Hawks out of NAS Brunswick, Maine. 1980-1982 VP-30 NATOPS and instructor from 1982-1983 CNAL Evaluator F/E. 1983-1987 VP-56 NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Enjoyed many happy hours in the bounce pattern as instructor and evaluator. VP-23 1977-1980 was of the Det that split from NAS Keflavik, Iceland to NSF Diego Garcia worked out the F/E branch..." [E-Mail Updated 16JUL2001 | 09SEP98]
HALBERT, ADR2 Bernard "Hal" bhalbert2002@yahoo.com "...I served with VR-1 (Zebra Division) from 1955 to 1958, VAW-12 at NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, VP-26 from 1962 to 1965 and flew on Crew 1 with CDR Miller, LT Selzer, LT Fowler, and Larry Young (don't remember names of rest of crew). Flew as 2nd Mech then made PC (1963 to 1965). Had good times there. Went on to Weapons System Test (WST) Squadron at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland then to NAS Norfolk, Virginia. Any info on any Reunions or Larry Young or Frank Prease..." [E-Mail Updated 09JUL2010 | 07MAR2000]
HALBMAIER, William T. pedalmore@yahoo.com "...I served with VR-7 Det. 'A' from 1960 to 1962 at Tachikawa AFB Japan. Would like to hear from anyone serving during that time frame in VR-7..." [12MAR2006]
HALBROOK, Tom tfhalbro@fidnet.com "...I served with VP-42 as an air crewman on a Martin P5M with this ASW squadron 1961 through 1963. At that time we were stationed at NAS North Island, San Diego, California..." [15SEP2000]
HALE, Jeff xl65@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-94 from 1981 to 1985. Looking to hear from former Shipmates..." [29JUN2005]
HALE, ATCS(AW/NAC) Richard mcguyver@hawaii.rr.com "...Currently with the Fighting Marlins (VP-40) 94-present, IFT/IFO; NAWCWPNSDIV 90-93, Radar/IFT; Wizards (VPU-2) 86-90, IFT/SSO, Best damn tour I've had!; Skinny Dragons (VP-4) 81-84. Have served in numerous ground support jobs both in maintenance and operations/training. Lots of great memories..." [E-Mail Updated 02MAR2009 | 07APR98]
HALE, WO Tom Retired gthale@frontiernet.net "...I served with VP-48 from February 1960 to March 1963. First 6 months TAD to messcooking and FASRON. Served rest of tour in AE shop and as flight crewman, Julie/Jez/MAD/Radar/ECM. AN to AE2. Flew with LCDR Ed Waller, later to retire as Admiral. Went on to serve 20 years, serving in VS-21, VS-38, member of S-3A FIT, made Warrant and toured on USS Kitty Hawk. My last tour was in the ASWOC/TSC, COMASWWINGSPAC, NAS North Island, San Diego, California..." [E-Mail Updated 20JAN2004 | 19JUL2001]
HALEAMAU, AOC(AW/NAC) Karl mkhale@bigplanet.com "...Grounded and disgruntled AO Aircrewman waiting to fly again? Hate seeing the AT's, FE's and AW's absorbing too many responsibilities? Do what I do. Listen to all of the rumors concerning the AO's returning to "flight status"...soon. I am certain that there are simply too many "Bean Counters" in D.C. for that to happen. Aloha to my Shipmates from VP-4 (1987-1990) who were with me during "Storm" and VP-1 (1994-1998)..." [20OCT99]
HALEY, JOE bburson@yahoo.com "...I WAS STATIONED AT NAS North Island, San Diego, California; EARLY 1958, THEN TO NS Sangley Point, Philippines 1959-61, WHILE WITH VP-40. ALSO WITH VP-2 NAS Kodiak, Alaska. WAS IN MAJOR CRASH OF AIRCRAFT 5, VP-40. OWNED HITCHEN POST BAR, CAVITE PI, WITH PAUL BRANHAM. PLEASE RESPOND..." [27SEP98]
HALL, Albert Thomas Jr. athjr@coastalgeorgia.net "...Plank Owner VPW-1 March 1946. Transpac Kearney Kaneohe, April 28th, arrived NAS Agana, Guam May 5th Typhoon Charlotte May 14, 1946. Transferred to VPW-2 June 16 1946. Typhoon contact June 21. Worked Caveti Samar and Okinawa. Looking to hear from any PB4Y2 era Pilots and Crew from VPW-1 or VPW-2 Group. I was transferred out of W-2 in April of 1947..." [09AUG99]
HALL, Charles E. challl@charter.net "...I served with VU-5 from April 1963 utill November 1963 and then transfered November 1963 to A school NAS Memphis, Tennessee. I would like to hear from anyone that was there during that time period. Our Commanding Officer was Commander Pope..." [E-Mail Updated 28JUL2010 | 11MAR2000]
HALL, Charles R. Sr. advanced@pinn.net "...We (VP-5) were home based in NAS Jacksonville, Florida. I was in this squadron in 1953-55 and deployed to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada..." [16AUG2000]
HALL, Don "Madman" djhdestin@cox.net "...I served with VP-24 as an Aircrewman on Crew 11 from 1962 thru 1964. I was wondering if anyone would know how to locate Larry Walkey and Hal Tolleson? Larry flew with Crew 11 and Hal flew on Crew 6. The last I knew of Hal, he was on the Fire Department in Paris, Texas. I attended my first squadron Reunion at Pensacola last year which won't be my last. I was elated to see some old Shipmates such as John Orrill, Colin Wilson, Andy Massa, Sid Edelman, Etc. It would be fantastic to hear from anyone that might know the whereabouts of these two fellows as I know they would really enjoy coming to the Reunions. Thanks..." [E-Mail Updated 21JAN2002 | E-Mail Updated 23NOV2001 | 08MAR2001]
HALL, Donald littletexan1957@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-56 (1975-1978), VP-94 (1979-1981) and VP-9 (1981-1982)..." [20DEC2006]
HALL, Gaylon ghall65068@aol.com "...Was in VP-11 for a tour around '55 and then did 4 years at NS Roosevelt Roads, PR 57-61. The outfit was GMSRON-2. Had a couple of P2's that dropped target drones for ship artillery practice. Also lauched F-9 drones. Was a great time to be stationed down there..." [17NOV2000]
HALL, ADRC(AC) Rick Retired hgpilcher@pcola.gulf.net "... I joined ATU-601 at NAS Hutchinson, Kansas in September 1953, fresh out of AD(A) school. At that time the squadron was not fully organized, or manned It was still receiving P2V- 2 A/C from O&R. My first assignment- 2nd mech BuNo 39318. All administration matters and personnel records went through NAS. We became an independent unit July 1954. ATU-600, with PB4Y-2 A/C went through the same process. I was transfered to VA-145 in March 1955, but still maintain contact with old Shipmates. One of them was Mayor of Hutch when I attended the Reunion there in 1992..." [17DEC2008]
HALL, PNC Harold W. gwend@krl.org "...I was attached to FASRON-200 from November 1955 to May 1958..." [04JUL2001]
HALL, James jghall66@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-662 from October 1954 to October 1970. Thanks for 16 good years..." [13NOV2005]
HALL, Leslie H. les_hl@yahoo.com "...I was assigned to VP-10 in 1951 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. VP-10 reassigned to NAS Brunswick, Maine. After several deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and North Africa and a stint in Malta, I left the Navy for the USAF. I will always remember my US Navy duty and fondly recall the great times while deployed, but I hold a special place in my heart for Brunswick, Maine. I was in Brunswick in 2005 and visited a former VP-10 Shipmate, Paul Menard, a Brunswick native. Always Navy..." [14OCT2006]
HALL, ADRC Marty Retired mjhall@awc.fairbanks.ak.us "...F/E Willie's AEWBarRonPac , VQ-1, NRL, wrenched the Willies VW-13 and VW-15. Let's see... also F/E'd Herc's in VR-7 and Plane Capt. station C-54 on NAS Kodiak, Alaska. Misc other squadrons wrench'd and flew misc other aircraft but my thoughts go back mostly to The " Q " and PR-21..." WebSite: http://home.awcable.com/~mjhall/ [E-Mail/URL Updated 11OCT2004 | 03NOV98]
HALL, LT M. J. solo32899@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-5 from May 1962 to May 1965..." [28MAR2010]
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HALL, SCOTT HALL@WGGB.COM "...I WAS IN VP-92 FROM 86 TO 94 AS A PH2. THEN WENT IN THE AIR FORCE RESERVE (KEY WORD...NO TRADITION!!!). I WAS PAROOSING THE MESSAGES AND DIDN'T FIND ANY FROM FORMER PH'S. ALL 8 OF US. UPDATE ..KATHY REDMOND GOT MARRIED AND JUST HAD A BABY BOY. LATER..." [05OCT98]
HALL, Terry tdhall@sowega.net "...I was in VP-17 at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii from 73 to 74. Left there on hardship and after it was cleared up got orders to VP-10 in NAS Brunswick, Maine. I then went on to be a TAR at VP-94 in NAS New Orleans, Louisiana. I would love to hear from any of you that served with me or in the same capacity. I was a lowly AW1. I firmly believe that we as a country are much better off now because when it mattered we were there and we were better. You must know what I mean if you are here. Please email me. Sincerely and hope to hear from you..." [13APR98]
HALL, ATCS Thomas E. (Gene) Retired larkstude@aol.com "...I was in VP-9 from Feb. 59 to May 61. I sure remember all those sub chases that started on a Friday afternoon and ended sometime on Monday when that Ruskie just somehow mysterously dissappeared! Would love to hear from anybody who is left out there..." [30JUL99]
HALL, CWO3 Wilford C. Retired hallwc@navair.navy.mil "...I was attached to FASRON-101 in NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, in 1950 when the decision was made to form FASRON-107 and ship us to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. I spent 11 months and 26 days there and spent the time providing I level support for the VP's that came up there, VP-10, VP-8, and VP-26, seem to be the ones I can remember. VP-10 and VP-8 were flying P2's and I believe VP-26 was flying PB4Y2. It was a very interesting tour of duty. I remained on active duty until April 1980. I spent five cruises with that other Navy, including three off Vietnam (1967 1975) before retiring. I now work for NAVAIR out of NAS Lemoore, California providing support to the fleet, including VP-65 out of NAS Point Mugu, California and the VP community in Hawaii..." [14AUG2001]
HALL, AD1 William Retired BILLYED@SCIN.QUIK.COM "...I served with VS-22 from 1974 through 1977. Anyone out there from that time span?..." [06DEC2001]
HALLAS, ACRM Taras c/o Hank Hallas Hammerin@email.msn.com "...My late Uncle Taras Hallas was an ACRM in VPB-23 from 1941 thru 1945. He was a Pearl Harbor survivor and was present during the attacks that hit Ford Island. I am wondering if any crew mates are still alive or knew him during that period. His commanding officer in 1945 was W. R. Barnhill. I would appreciate hearing any information pertaining to my Uncle, his crew or their tours of duty. Thank you..." [10FEB99]
HALLBOURG, Keith Rudy@zipmail.com "...Hello Red Lancers, Keith Hallbourg, VP-10, 87-91, AW2, Bear Trap Sensor 1, CAC-8 Crabs "Just Can't Shake Em!" Hoping to hear from some old friends... Officer and Enlisted alike!..." [E-Mail Updated 29AUG2001 | 15MAR99]
HALLINAN, Nick Sr. nhallinan@dc.rr.com "...I got into P2VFDs with VC-5 NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan as Flightcrew PC/Engineer. We dropped the Firebee Drones from 1969 to 1973. I got into the VP community with VP-47 at NAS Moffett Field, California as Power Plants Supervisor from 1975 to 1979..." [26NOV2006]
HALPERN, Barry weship@satelnet.org "...I got over there in mid 53 from Pax. Rvr. MD. Was a AvMech on the 4360'3 and J-33's. Manys a time we had 24 hr shifts. The base was part of a French base (but we were on the top of the hill). Fond memories were Mama's, Suzan's (in the Arab Medina in Rabat), the Bushbier (in Pt. Leyute). Sure would like to hear from anyone is past. By the way, I still have by "Viking" beer mug...VW-2 Det Able..."
HALPIN, AO1 Chet c/o His Son Tim Halpin halpint@nibco.com "...My dad AO1 Chet Halpin flew with VPB-26 during WWII as an aerial gunner, bow turret on PBMs. Chet flew as a Combat Aircrewman during the Saipan Iwo Jima Okinawa campaigns and air attacks against the Japanese home islands. His sqdn. sunk numerous enemy vessels, rescued downed NAVY/MARINE aircrews, and was the first US sqdn. to operate out of Japan (Tokyo Bay). For his actions he was awarded The D.F.C. the AIR MEDAL w/ 3 Gold stars Combat Air Crew Wings, and numerous unit and campaign citations. Dad died on 21 July 2000 and is missed more than words can describe. Because of my dads love of Naval Aviation I to joined Mother Navy and served two tours of duty in Vietnam as a Aircrewman with VR 21 C-130s and off the Helicopter Assault Ship New Orleans LPH 11 . For this I will be forever proud to have FLY NAVY..Thanks for your efforts in preserving our proud heritage of serving our country in some of the most trying of times. SEMPER FI to our fellow Marine brothers of the air..." [06OCT2000]
HALSEY, Sterling (Bull) Retired bull123@hughes.net "...I was first in the VP outfits: VP-8 NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island 1956, VP-7 1959-1962, VP-30 1962-1965, some shore duty, VP-11 1965-1968 and VP-44 1970-1974. I have a lot of good memories a few bad that you can't forget. I would like to shoot the bull with any one that would like too. I started out an AD then to ADR and back to AD when I retired in 1974. I have been in contact with a few guys (Widdle and Gadeberg). I spent some time with Joe in Washington St. a while back. It's a place called Omak. I stop in and bother my old PPC Charlie Epps. He only lives 10 miles away quite often..." [E-Mail Updated 20SEP2007 | 26JAN2001]
HALSEY, ADC(AW) TOM jthalsey@swbell.net "...VQ-3 Jan 96 -Dec 98. VFA-94 Oct 93-Dec95. VQ-1 83-85 & 91-93. VPU-2 85-88. VT-27 80-82. OMD C.C. Tex. AIMD Kingsville TX...Currently working for Raytheon Aerospace on the U. S. Customs Service P-3's in NAS Corpus Christi, Texas..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 27NOV2001 | Updated 15APR98]
HALSTEAD, AMC Mark Retired ohio2004@wowway.com "...I served with VP-17 from 1987 - 1990. I made the NS Sangley Point, Philippines and NAS Adak, Alaska deployment. I retired in 2003 as an AMC after 20 yrs of service. I currently live in Ohio. It would be great to hear from everyone..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 16NOV2007 | 20OCT2000]
HAM, AT2 John johnham1941@hotmail.com "...Served as "J/J" crewman on SF-5, P5M-2S, NAS North Island, San Diego, California from January 1961(?) thru February 1962. Got to NAS North Island, San Diego, California right out of AT School at Millington, TN in January 1960; mess-cooked, served at base maintenance, then GMAU 0506 (sidewinders), then on to VP-48! (Three tours, never leaving NAS North Island, San Diego, California.) Today I am 61 1/2 years old, one wife, two kids, still working as Industrial Engineer. Looking forward to chating with y'all!..." [E-Mail Updated 11OCT2009 | 11AUG2002]
HAMBY, Phyl D. phylsr@aol.com "...I served with VP-91 from January 1973 to November 1994. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [17JAN2009]
HAME, Lou lhand@mvcc.com "...Assigned VP-4 1971-72, AA crew 1, flight engineer have, cruise book with crew pictures...Glad to see an active VP community online outstanding site..."
HAMES, Lawrence larry_hames@comcast.net "...I served with VS-20 from December 1961 to August 1962, VS-32 from August 1962 to October 1964, and VP-4 from April 1975 to April 1978..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 02APR98]
HAMILTON, Allan hbar1@bigfoot.com "...I was with VP-46 at NAS North Island, San Diego, California from 1961 until the end of 1964. VP-46 was the transition squadron to P-3Vs and we moved to NAS Moffett Field, California in late 1962 to train with Lockheed in the aircraft. Operationly, I was mostly in RC-8. Ed Hanson was the pilot, Hamilton was the TACCO and we had a strong crew. RC-8 (Messman 8) spent nearly seven hours over a Russian G-Class one night in the north pacific. We lost the sub in the hand-off to our relief. When we were still in P2s at NAS North Island, San Diego, California, our crew at the time was selected to go to NAS Norfolk, Virginia for an ASW competion. When we landed at NAS Norfolk, Virginia, the ramp was secured with armed guards, and crews loading the ramp aircraft with ??. A few months later President Kennedy announced the Cuban Missile Crisis. Needless to say, we didn't have our ASW competition, but our crew was on stand-by alert for a few days. I would love to hear from any of my old crew-mates or Squadron mates--particularly Ed Hanson..." [04JAN2001]
HAMILTON, AE3 Dan (Hammy) oldfolsom@sbcglobal.net "...I graduating from NATTC "A" school in Jacksonville, FL (1969) and got orders to Naval Missile Center NAS Point Mugu, California (1969-1971) where I worked in Ground Support and the recip. electric shop as an Aviation Electrician's Mate. I remember the Space Fair featuring the moon rocks. My next duty station was VP-50 at NAS Moffett Field, California (1971-1972)as a ground pounder in the Electric shop with AE's Watson, Krack, Bunch, and Sweet. The Blue Dragons initiated the split deployment where "Cynthia, SG-11" shuttled personnel, parts and gifts between NAS Agana, Guam, NAS Adak, Alaska and NAS Moffett Field, California (sometimes NAF Misawa, Japan) every 5 days for 6 months. Anyone remember the Blue Dragon Den coffee mess in NAS Moffett Field, California's Hanger 2? I'd love to hear from any Shipmates who served during this time..." [E-Mail Updated 19JAN2008 | 27APR2005]
HAMILTON, C. David chamil@centuryinter.net "...I served as a LT PPC from 9-60 to 12-63 and closed out the P2V's at NAS Alameda, California while the P-3 squadron went to NAS Moffett Field, California. I made one deployment to COMFAIRALASKA March-June 1963 with about three aircraft augmenting VP-17. Our first contingent went up with them in January. It's time for another Reunion. The last one was SEP 1993 in San Diego and 44 attended. How about a Reunion out east or at Pensacola? Any helpers out there? Hambone...U.S. Navy experience: NROTC regular graduate of Marquette University, Milwaukee, with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. 12/57 USS Porterfield (DD-682) First Lieutenant and qualified for OOD Underway. Passed my first flight physical in January 1958. 12/58 Finally got my orders to flight training after passing 5 more flight physicals 1/59 At Pensacola, Class Leader of Officer Preflight Class OI-8 59, went to Primary Training at Saufley in April. On our first flight, A-1, one of my classmates, Marine 2LT Chuck Devriess, augured in in a T-34, front flight stick was stuck under the instrument panel, the rear one was broken off by the instructor pilot. After earning my wings on June 20, 1960 at Corpus Christie went through P2V7 NAMO at San Diego, then to VP-19 at NAS Alameda, California in September 1960. As PPC became the first ALPHA Crew for VP-19. Skippers were B. B. Smith, Parker Cooper, Bob Anglemyer and Bob Burrell. Deployed to NAS Kodiak, Alaska 3-25-63. Dropped 500 pound bombs on the Kuskowim River at Bethel to attempt to break up an ice jam causing the river to flood the city. Landed back at Kodiak at 11:30 PM with a "Day" landing. It only got to be twilight between 12:30 PM and 1:30 AM at that time of the year. Returned to NAS Alameda, California 6-4-63. The rest of the squadron moved to NAS Moffett Field, California and I closed up the P2V's and short-timers between then and 12-10-63 when I left the active Navy. Within a week I had signed up with the weekend warriors at NAS Minneapolis and was there until it closed. Squadrons were VP-814, VP-815, etc. We moved A/C and operations to NAS Glenview, Illinois. Was with VP-90, VP-60, and was Exec of RTU-60 when I quit flying the navy kind of airplanes in June of 1972. Retired in 1982 and now have direct deposit." [26JUL98 BIO Updated 27JUL98]
HAMILTON, James picker@harbornet.com "...VP-17 aircrew from 1970-1973. Inflight radio operator infligh ttech. crew 8 P-3A and P-3B..." [16MAR2010]
HAMILTON, ADJ3 Jim ourtoy3@juno.com "...I am searching for any past members of VP-57 between 1954-1956. Our P2V6's were armed fore and aft & top side. I was an ADJ-3 Combat Air Crewman at that time. Our crew flew around the Comendorski Island and over Siberia. As we came on around the Island, taking E.C.M. cuts on their forward early warning site in heavy weather between us and a flock of Migs. We were successfull in locating it..." [15MAY2002]
HAMILTON, Leonard leonard_hamilton@kimautomation.com "...I served with VP-18 from 1961-1965 Crew 3 (Paywindow 3) and Crew 8. Nice to see the names of former Shipmates. We went to many places, saw many beautiful sights, worked hard, and had a lot of fun together. Thanks guys. Retired in 1981..." [08APR2004]
HAMLITON, CAPTAIN R. hamiltonr@chartertn.net "...Served as Nav and Tacco in VP-46 from 72 to 74, Tacco in VP-90 from 75 to 76, Tacco in VP-60 from 77 to 93. Left VP-60 when I became too senior. Retired as Capt in 96. Can't believe that I commuted on an airlift from Tennessee to NAS Glenview, Illinois all those years. Many good memories including Algee and JD in the Glenview BOQ bar..." [E-Mail Updated 02JUL2006 | 09MAR2001]
HAMILTON, Ron duofus@yahoo.com "...VP-23 crews from 1960 to 1963 - remember the cold war and days pre-flighting in -20 deg.? Remember Rosey Roads, NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Also Andy's and the Bowdin.? Give this old ordnanceman a yell and reminice about the old birds..." [26JUL98]
HAMILTON, Tom SHABECKIE@EROLS.COM "...I served with the Golden Peligum VP-44 from 1974 thru 1976 as a PN2. Was the greatest duty I had the pleasure to serve. Retired as a PNC in 1990..." [06DEC99]
HAMILTON, Waldo waldo@cari.net "...I was assigned to VC-5's NAHA Section in 1969 as non-rated, and transferred to NAS Atsugi, Japan when I got rated. VC-5 is still one of my favorite duty stations because everything in Okinawa was so new and unusual, culturally. In addition, I liked the variety of aircraft in the squadron. I had hoped to stay longer, but we all know what we do when the Admiral says 'jump', don't we? When I left, they were expecting a 'new' DC-130 in 'soon', which I hoped to get some time in. Unfortunately, I was never able to get back. One of the enjoyable traits of the crews there was the ability to cut the boredom of a small island with (Harmless) pranks that would catch everyone by surprise. I hope one day to backtrack and see how things have changed there, among other places I was stationed at early on. The transient a href="site_map.html">VP outfits were also a lot of enjoyment to work with when they were in..." [03JUN98]
HAMILL, YN2 Craig traumahawk@charter.net "...I served with VP-11 from 1979 to 1981. We deployment to NAS Keflavik, Iceland (I worked in Communications). Never had a better time than when I was with Lovin Eleven. Would love to hear from my Shipmates..." [23SEP2003]
HAMLIN, AMH2 Roger rogerham@windstream.net "...I served with VP-5 from 1965-1969..." [E-Mail Updated 24APR2009 | E-Mail Updated 17NOV2007 | 31MAY2005]
HAMMOCK, Larry lhammock@harland.net "...I was in NAS Keflavik, Iceland November 3,1966 - November 2,1967 with a COMFAIRKEF-Staff and worked in the OPCON area in Hanger #831. I flew as a rear observer with VP-10 and VP-44. CAPT Ball was the boss. Worked some in the Graphics Department. Hope some of you all are still kicking..." [12JAN2000]
HAMMON, Eugene Norris chammon2@suddenlink.net "...I served with VP-11 from December 1963 to November 1966. I was trapped in the Navigator seat most of that time because of the "Crew Rediness" concept. I left active duty and flew for TWA for 33 years. I stayed in the Reserves for eleven years though so I finally got lots of stick time in the P2 as the squadron's NATOPS Officer..." [24MAR2008]
HAMMOND, AOCS Edwin G. Retired 67sled@comcast.net "...I was stationed with VQ-1 in 1962-63 in NAS Atsugi, Japan. I was Aide-De-Camp to Master Chief Renner and worked in the Ordnance Shop. I served with Heavy Attack squadrons VAH-4, VAH-10 and VAH-123 and A6A's in VA-145 from 1960 til 1969, on Active Duty. I was with VP-69 as an Ordnance Aircrewman from Feb 1970 til retirement in Dec of 1989. Active with the PBY Memorial Foundation Command Display at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington Seaplane base as a Docent for the Command Display..." [BIO Updated 24NOV2009 | E-Mail Updated 24JUL2007 | 01FEB98]
HAMMOND, Gerald gmh71123@aol.com "...If anyone can help me get in touch with VP-53 vets who were with the squadron in the Gilbert and Marshal Islands in WW2. Thanks much!...Looking for WWII mates of VP-83 (2/42 to 8/43), HEDRON 11, (1943-1944), VP-53 (1944-1945), VP-26 (1945-1946). Lemme hear from you please!..." [BIO/E-Mail Updated 09JUL2001 | 23JUL2000]
HAMMOND, Jim JTHammond@aol.com "...I served in VP-24 1967-1970. Did two deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. Flew with most of the crews as a photographer..." [27JAN2000]
HAMMOND, Mike rackemup@mindspring.com "...I served in VP-56 (82-88). Some of the times were great, some not so great. I deployed to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, NAS Sigonella, Sicily, NS Rota, Spain/ NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, and NAS Bermuda. Who would have thought we could drink that much and still be on the Ready-one or the Ready-two. I can remember arriving in NAS Keflavik, Iceland, going to the Marine Club, partying till the sun went down on us (08/83?)..." [26DEC99]
HAMMONS, ATN3 Troy D. tdhammons@msn.com "...I served with VP-7 NAS Sigonella, Sicily from November 1968 thru February 1969, VP-45 Crew 30 NS Rota, Spain from February 1970 thru April 1970, and VP-45 Crew 30 NAS Sigonella, Sicily from October 1970 thru February 1971. I flew back from my first deployment in NAS Sigonella, Sicily on my late brothers' Crew (VP-7 Crew 2, AE2 Gary Hammons died of a heart attack 2-27-97). We made some fond memories together while we served our country..." [E-Mail Updated 13JUL2005 | 30JUN2002]
HAMPEL, AWCS John D. johndhampel@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-9 (AW2/Sensor Three) NAS Moffett Field, California from 1977 to 1980, VP-90 (AW1) NAS Glenview, Illinois from 1984 to 1988, VP-91 (AWC) NAS Moffett Field, California/Moffett Federal Airfield from 1988 to 1998, and currently with VP-69 (AWCS) NAS Whidbey Island, Washington from November 1998 to ????..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 09DEC2003 | BIO Updated 17NOV98 | 00XX97]
HANCE, Tricia Mansell TRIHANCE@CS.COM "...I served with VP-4 - Skinny Dragons - from 1975-1977 as the squadron AIO. At the time, I was the only woman in any of the five squadrons homeported at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. I went on to a career as a NIS agent. Now married with a beautiful daughter. Love to hear from any squadron mates!..." [03JAN2000]
HANCOCK, Robert TimberAm@aol.com "...Served in VP-56 86' to 88'. It was a great time in my life to serve with the fine men and women of this great Squadron. Anyone know what happened with Cheif Carl Groth?..." [14OCT98]
HANCOCK, ADC(AW) Robert L. rlhnjh@earthlink.net "...I'm just hoping to make contact with OLD Shipmates from the 1970's thru 1991. I served with VP-17, NARF NAS Alameda, California Flight Test, VP-31, VP-47, VP-40 and NAMTRADET NAS Moffett Field, California in my 22 year career. My most exciting P-3 flight was during a trip home from deployment we lost three engines due to an icing SNAFU. Anyone remember that?..." [16MAR2004]
HAND, Jim jimmersh@europa.com "...I served with VC-3 from Dec, 1967 through April of 1970 in the US2C check crew, and the Airframes Shop. I was an AMH2 when I left for the Tonkin Gulf and USS America, CVA66. Just retired from the Army and Army Reserve as a Major, Military Intelligence Corps..." [13AUG98]
HAND, AKC(AW) Larry J. Retired ljhand_2000@yahoo.com "...Assigned to VP-69 1987. Completed many deployments with the squadron. Assigned to the squadron until 1994 or 1995. We had P-3A, right after I left they transitioned to the P-3C. I retired in 1998 assigned to NAVRESCRUITCOM Det Two. Had some good times with the squadron. Sure miss my Shipmates from the squadron. Have a good P-3 Navy day..." [12DEC2006]
HAND, William c/o his daughter-in-law Sonya Hand jrhand@rtmc.net "...My father-in-law William Hand served in VP-26 in the 1960's. He is looking for Robert Shelton and others who served with him..." [24APR99]
HANDLEY, Ed edhan31@aol.com "...I went from bootcamp to VP-42 in October 1950. I was assigned to Crew 3 in spring of 1951. I flew with Crew 3 until I was discharged in 1954..." [E-Mail Updated 29FEB2004 | 21OCT99]
HANDY, Ron rhandy6605@aol.com "...I was assigned to the first TSC (prototype) in NAS Keflavik, Iceland in the late 1960s. I was a civilian engineer responsible for the display systems used in the center. I had many good times in Kef and managed to survive the winter of 1970 thanks to the "NUT". Host squadron was VP-56, CO Cdr. Melvin Meltzer..." [28JAN2001]
HANEY, LT Jason "ACE" jj-haney@worldnet.att.net "...Served with VP-9 from 11/95-11/97. Patrol Plane Observer/Naval Aviation Observer. Deployed to NSF Diego Garcia and the Gulf. Now at Offutt AFB, NE doing joint duty..." [BIO Updated 26OCT98 | 24MAR98]
HANEY, Randall rhaney@boazk12.org "...Dr. Randall Haney, Assistant Superintendent, Boaz City School System, Boaz Alabama. I served in VP-5 from Oct 68 until Oct 71 as an AE3 and AE2. I also served in VQ-4 and VF-143 as an AE. At the mid-point of my 31 year career I was commissioned and served on the USS Emory S. Land and the USS El Paso (my favorite tour). My shore tours included NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, NAMTRADET Oceana, NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR, PG School in Monterey, and COMNAVCOMTELCOM Washington DC. Boaz is not really on the main road to anywhere but we are close to Birmingham, Atlanta, Huntsville, and Chattanooga. If you are in the area be sure and stop by for and compare sea stories. We also have great fishing in this area, particularly on Lake Guntersville. Also bring the wife. We have a large collect of outlet stores. My office number is (256) 593-8180..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 23JUN2007 | E-Mail Updated 05JAN2002 | ICQ# 4852971] [18DEC97]
HANIGAN, AOC Bill HANIGANWILLIAM@AOL.COM "...Served with VP-92 from inception to 1993. Looking forward to getting in touch with other VP-92 squadron members either ground pounders or airdales..." [10MAR2001]
HANISEE, AWC Sid Retired wshj@ev1.net "...I put in a lot of hours at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii and NAS Moffett Field, California. VP-22 (4yrs). NAMTRADET NAS Moffett Field, California and VP-31 (3 yrs). and VP-17 (4 yrs). I made several regular deployments to WestPac and God only knows how many short trips to some rock no one ever heard of . I like to say that if there is a rock in the Pacific with a runway, I've been there TWICE. I would love to hear from any old Shipmates..." [09MAR2002]
HANKINS, CDR Doug Retired dhankin@exis.net "...VRC-50 (77-79), VP-45 (79-82), CVN-70 (82-84), VP-30 (85-87), VP-56 (87-89), NAMTRAGRUDET NAS Jacksonville, Florida OinC (89-91), CVN-65 (91-93). Hello to all Shipmates. Feel free to drop me a line..." [14MAY98]
HANKS, John E. portage@uwyo.edu "...Those who know me generally like me, even though we might have radically different political or religious opinions. Some people do have a black hatred of me, but I don't like them either. I have a good sense of ironical and satirical humor and I love clever practical jokes, especially when I'm the victim. I am a stalwart friend, although I love to point out my friends faults (especially imaginary ones) in front of other people. I am considered an eccentric, but most of my eccentricities are simply novel ways of solving a problem - like wearing loud reading glasses so I don't lose them all the time, or wearing an engineer hat (to promote railroads), as opposed to wearing the usual farmer hat. I can develop the most avid interests in the strangest of things, like the color of old rust versus the color of new rust, but I find sports to be unutterably boring, like watching some tedious card game. Maybe it's the rules that make them so dull . Who knows? I like to eat ball park hotdogs though. I love to speculate and think "outside of the box", pretending that apples are oranges after all. I don't mind appearing the fool, if it promotes something worthwhile, like standing up to authority or annoying some hypocritical Republican. Most of the books that I love were never assigned in school. I was usually drawn to them because of recommendations or some sort of affinity. Most important were the writings of Paul Goodman, Thorstein Veblen, Paul Fussell, Bertrand Russell, Gore Vidal, Bertrand Russell, H. L. Mencken, Ambrose Bierce, Pearl Buck, Jane Austen, Jessamyn West, Mark Twain, Mari Sandoz, James T. Farrell, and many others. My brother and I were born in Chicago in the late 1940's while my father was at the U. of Chicago School of Social Work. Afterwards we grew up in several small towns near Lansing, Michigan, and we had the typical high school experience (bad). I went on to Earlham College for less than a year (kicked out for drinking beer), and then I enlisted in the navy from 1965 to 1968. Served with VP-5 from January 1966 through June 1967 and RVAW-120 (Training Squadron for E2-A Carrier Early Warning A/C) from July 1967 through October 1968 (bored, anti-war, and disliked the military chickenshit). Upon discharge I entered Antioch College in Ohio and developed a love-hate relationship with a quasi-mentor history professor (who triggered the mixed blessing of an intellectual awakening). I married a French woman named Martine who I met in England. It ended in divorce in 1979 (She is now a French professor in Florida). Some years later I married my second wife Saralyn Laughlin in 1984, and we divorced amicably in 1997. (She lives in Ft. Collins and we are still friends - without the fire.) I went on to get advanced degrees in Adult Education, American Studies, and a B.A. in Elementary Education. I wasn’t a professional student, but just someone on the wrong path, trying to use academia to find my way. I’ve held a lot of different jobs over the years, farm worker, store manager, secretary, yeoman, clerk, railroad timekeeper, parking ticket clerk, sheet metal worker, recreation director, graduate student, adult education director, 4th grade teacher, derrick climber, and now an archivist. I was rescued by a University literature professor (who I hardly knew) when he pulled some strings to find a job for me in The American Heritage Center Archives. Archive processing has worked ideally for me because I am in a congenial intellectual atmosphere, even though most of my colleagues are highly introverted and their silence and bureaucratic timidity can be extremely irritating at times. I subscribe to Progressive, Church and State, Harpers, New Yorker, and sometimes other magazines like The Nation. I read the Casper Star Tribune and I regularly read liberal web sites, but also a couple that are are far right (just to keep up with their lies.) I find George Bush, Bill O ’Reilly and Limbaugh to be so utterly dishonest that I just can’t listen to them, though I do listen critically to NPR (National Propaganda Radio). I also like to argue with locals on the E-Laramie web site under the name “Patriot”. After 50 it is largely “patch, patch, patch”, but my health is still pretty good. I have to use an oxygen mask at night for Sleep Apnea, and I have been taking lithium for many years for manic depression (sounds terrible - but it isn’t - at least in my case so far). I used to do Aikido and run Marathons, but those days are over. At this point I want to lose weight to improve my breathing - not so much my appearance. Like a lot of men I am interested in military history because it really is the story of the modern world from public relations to gulf war syndrome. My father was a conscientious objector. My first father in law flew an attack plane in the French-Algerian War and my second father-in-law was a liaison officer with Gen. Stilwell in Burma. I am still occaisionally trying to research a battle at Phnum Ga in Burma that my second father in law described to me in tears, because half of his unit was wiped out. I know an enormous amount of stuff about military history, but this battle continues to stump me because there are many different versions and accounts, including his. A very close friend is a retired bomber pilot and airplane modeler and we get together every Sunday to compare our model work (his work is museum perfect), and we watch war movies (very critically). Right-wingers are often horrified to discover left wingers llike me who know more than they do about military subjects. I have maybe 400 airplane models, 100 ship models, 100 armor models, and a model railroad which fills half of my basement. The railroad is centered around Milwaukee harbor's steel industry and it includes many bridges, steel mills, refineries, coke plants, scrap yards, and a blast furnace. There is a lot of political satire and humor. I've modeled friends and I poke political fun at the demons of our political system. My living room has been converted into a workshop with fish tank, stereo and TV. It is not a typical bachelor pad. You won’t find pinups and beer bottles. I prefer Hornsby’s cider, display models and bookcases. It is as disorderd as any other pad though. I cancelled cable TV after the OJ fiasco, and I feel a lot better for it. I’m now convinced that the main purpose of TV is to promote a low grade fear and anxiety in order to sell products, keep up false illusions, and elect criminals. So I’m better without it. I do miss out on some things though. I think it is accurate to describe myself as a left-wing radical and more or less a pacifist when it comes to militarism. Vietnam was the turning point. It was then I realized that the people who matter in this country could care less about the rest of us - so much so that we were truly expendable throw aways. To my mind 911 was a repeat of Hitler’s Reichstag Fire. It was not terrorism, but treason - an inside job followed by a protection racket to make us blindly loyal to the Bush regime. I also believe that the anthrax attacks were the same thing. The Wellstone family plane crash proved it further. Since 911, I have felt an almost constant low grade nausea when it comes to how easy it is for useless rich criminals to control this country. I try to stay as politically active as I can in a Republican state that makes it impossible for opposition parties to get on the ballot. I am part of several liberal support groups so that we can support one another in the midst of the machobation life style that is Wyoming. You now have a fairly good idea of what I’m like from this description. To my mind intellect and the play of ideas is more important than intelligence. (My French wife was an intelligent part-time advertising model, but not intellectual. My second wife was very intelligent, but not very intellectual.) Both marriages were successful at 8 years and 13 years, though they ended in divorce. P.S. I have tabby cat named Woody (After the Cheers actor) and a prissy white cat named Heidi (Who hides, but sleeps on top of me at night) Woody is usually getting between me and the computer..." [BIO Updated 13SEP2003 | 20SEP99]
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