MacDONALD, YN2 Jim stoney_usmvmcmn@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-19 NAS Moffett Field, California from 1967 to 1969 as a Yoeman 2nd Class. VP-19 in 1968 was the Best of the Best. We won the Battle Effiency "E" for the Seventh Fleet and the Arnold J. Izbell trophy for Aircraft Maintenance and many other awards. We flew mission after mission looking for the USS Pueblo when it was captured by North Korea. This group of men did their duty under a super Commander Frank Barker. I was shocked that NAS Moffett Field, California and VP-19 were disestablished. God Bless my squadron. The U.S. owes them and all service personnel their support NOW MORE THAN EVER. Has anyone seen EJ Dragger we were in VP-19 in 1968 and 1969?..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 02DEC2006 | 19MAY2004]

MADDALENA, Joe joem@score.com joemadd@aol.com"...I was an NFO with VP-19 '86-'89. I currently work with NAVY flight crews on a daily basis and come in contact with VP-19 shipmates occasionally..." WEBSITE: http://members.aol.com/joemadd/home.html

"...MALLARD, Tom (Duck)...I am writing to announce the sad passing of a fellow crewmember and Shipmate, AWCM Tom (Duck) Mallard. We flew together in VP-19 flying P-3s. I believe for most of his carrier he was at NAS Moffett Field, California. Tom was diagnosed with leukemia November 19th, 2001 and passed away on September 1st, 2002. I am posting this announcement with Jackie's permission. Any Shipmates, who wish to send their regards to his family, or just to say something nice about him, could send me E-mail to jwscofield@charter.net. I'll pass on any messages to his family. Farewell to our friend.... Jim Scofield jwscofield@charter.net, ATC, USN Retired..." [19SEP2002]

MANNING, ATC J.B. Retired JosephBMan@aol.com "...I served with VP-19 from 1963 to 1968 as LCPO. Would like to hear from old Shipmates from that era..." [09MAR2002]

MASON, ATR2 Dan danmason41@comcast.net "...I served with VP-5 from 1961 to 1964 as an ATR2 (Radioman/Jez Operator) and VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California from 1966 to 1967. I wouldnt trade those times for anything..." [19MAY2007]

MAY, CAPTAIN Robert C. Retired may@rivnet.net "...I joined VP-26 in NAS Brunswick, Maine in 1957. Designated NAO(S) number one (now called NFO). Plank owner in VP-30. Served at NAVFAC San Salvador Island in the Bahamas. Served in VX-1 Key West FL followed by a tour in VP-19 NAS Moffett Field, California before heading to Washington D.C.. Enjoyed the total VP Anti-Submarine adventure..." [03DEC2001]

MIRANTE, Frank fmirant@cs.com "...I joined VP-19 in 1961 when we had P2V-7's and were located in NAS Alameda, California. I was part of the 1962 Alaska deployment and spent time in NAS Kodiak, Alaska, NAS Adak, Alaska and Shemya. I relocated to NAS Moffett Field, California field when we got the new P-3A's. I was an ATN3 second tech in crew 5 (our call sign was 5F6G) I was radio operator and Julie/Jez operator. I remember the "BIG A" Commander Anglmeyer, trips to Hawaii, lots of flight time and generally a good time with a lot of good friends. I got out of the service in August of 1964..." [28JUN2000]

MAZY, Mike mikemazy@hotmail.com "...I spent 11 and one half years in the Navy, most of it with VP squadrons. I was stationed at NAS Moffett Field, California in Sunnyvale, California, first with VP-19 then transferred to VP-31 then back to VP-47. I left the service in 1974 as an AW-1. I served as a crewman on various flight crews and with VP-31 was also an Instructor training flight crews. I helped train the Australian Air Force when they purchased P-3's and saw when they lost one of their aircraft on landing at Moffett Field when one of the main landing gear broke off. It was determined later using metallurgical tests that the metal used to make that landing strut had crystallized and was defective. I was also in the VP-19 when they lost an airplane on an evening sub exercise south of Catalina Island. I was to take the place of one of the crewman who died in the crash however he showed up for his flight and went instead. I was also in the squadron when one of the flight crews was doing touch and go's and an Ames Research 707 was directed to land on the same runway and the 707 crashed into the underside of the P-3. The only survivor of that crash was a friend of mine named Bruce Malibert. He wasn't supposed to live. He sure fooled the doctors. Not only did he live, he came out of his coma and learned to talk again. He remained a paraplegic though. He was from San Bernardino, California. The last I heard is that he got married..." [E-Mail Updated 16DEC99 | E-Mail Updated 25MAY99 | 26APR98]

McBEE-DUGGER, ABH1 Linda lmd557@gmail.com "...I served with VP-31 from 1975-1979. I was an ABH1 in 1979. I left and went TAD to VF-124 at NAS Miramar, California as a plane captain instructor. I reenlisted at NAS Miramar, California for orders to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii for 2 years then back to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii with VP-19 where I caught a deployment to NAF Misawa, Japan from November 1982 to June 1983. Fun times WINTER in Japan. Flight line LPO and a bunch of kids to keep on the straight and narrow..." [21JUL2008]

McCLELLAND, David E. dmcclelland_98075@yahoo.com "...I served at NAS Moffett Field, California 1961-'64 NAMTD-1012 '69-'74; VP-48 '74-'77; VP-31 (FRAMP) '77-'79 and VP-19 '79-'80. Would like to hear from any old Shipmates..." [30OCT2001]

McCLIMANS, AMH1 Paul B. pmcclimans@comcast.net "...AMH1 P-3A/B/C Flight Engineer. I served with VP-47 from 1963 to 1967, COMFAIRWINGSPAC from 1967 to 1971, VP-19 from 1971 to 1975, and VP-30 from 1975 to 1977. I am currently working for Anheuser Busch making the stuff we all drank..." [E-Mail Updated 17MAR2004 | E-Mail Updated 10MAR2002 | E-Mail Updated 12NOV2001 | E-Mail Updated 05JAN2001 | E-Mail Updated 02OCT2000 | 16OCT98]

McCLURE, AE2 Ron macclure@sbcglobal.net "...I served with VP-19 "Big Red" from 1983-1986 at NAS Moffett Field, California. I was an Aviation Electrician's Mate (AE2). While with VP-19, we served detachments on NSF Diego Garcia (B.I.O.T.) island and NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan..." [25DEC2004]

McEACHRON, Larry stormme56@hotmail.com "...I was with VP-19 (73-74) had some good times with the "big red." Sorry to hear about the decommish'. My service in VP-19 started a lifelong intrest in aviation..." [24JAN98]

"...McFADDIN, Fred Acton Northcott... Fred flew with a couple of different crews but I believe he flew with VP-19 Crew-1 the most. Fred was from Texas and shortly after arriving at NAS Moffett Field, California married his sweetheart Louise Gates, they had a son Fred. I’ve been trying to locate Fred and spoke to his Ex-wife Louise Gates Davis. Fred and Louise return to Texas but divorced. I learned Fred passed away in 1995 (Rasberry-McFaddin Announcement)...." Contributed by HUMMEL, AO2 Jon our1880redbarn@aol.com [22SEP2009]

McINTYRE, CDR Trevor A. mnogre@aol.com "...I was in "Big Red" (VP-19)Aug 1986 - Feb 1990. I made deployments with the squadron on CAC-4 as the NavComm in 1987 to NSF Diego Garcia and with CAC-8 as the TACCO / Mission Commander in 1989 to NAS Misawa, Japan. The '87 deployment was more interesting operationally as we spent a lot of time flying night missions out of Dharhan, Saudi Arabia in support of Operation EARNEST WILL during the Iran-Iraq war. I remember hiding behind a Hawk missile site on the Saudi coast one night waiting for Iraqi Badger bombers to complete their raid on Iranian oil fields. We could even see them on the IRDS as they flew by. '89 deployment included several "fish-in-the-barrel" flights against the Soviets during Spring-Ex. Never had so much contact on one pattern in my life! I departed VP-19 in Feb '90 for a tour with COMPATWING TEN (CPW-10) at NAS Moffett Field, California as Readiness Officer and Asst OIC of the Weapons System Trainer Det. My disassociated sea tour was aboard USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64) as the Catapult and Arresting Gear Division Officer from 1992-3. Being a 'shooter' is the coolest job in the Navy! I left Connie and went to Postgraduate School in Monterey to get my MS in Physical Oceanography. Following graduation in 1996, I went to Tactical Support Center (ASWOC/TSC) NAS Sigonella, Sicily as the Mission Control and Evaluation Officer. The best part of that tour was spending 2+ months in Sarajevo as part of IFOR coordinating reconnaissance and surveillance tasking for P-3's overland in Bosnia. From there I checked my DH block with VP-9 in NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii and MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii from 1997-99. I am currently assigned as the XO of Marine Aviation Logistics Support Element Kaneohe Bay (MALSEK). MALSEK is the USMC equivalent of an AIMD and we provide intermediate level maintenance, supply and ordnance support to P-3's, CH-53D's and SH-60's operating from Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. I would love to hear from any old Big Redder's out there..." [03MAY2001]

McKENNA, John J. (J.J.) mcke1orio@verizon.net "...I served in VFP-62 Eyes of the Fleet (57-61), F9F-8Ps on Dets to USS Intrepid; VP-10 Red Lancers (64-69) SP-2Es, P-3A Deltic 152177, P-3B 152750 - Hey P.D. Davis, Glenn Adams, Duane Mellecker ! Niner-Eight Steamcrane, Fungy Bowl, Mateus Rose'; VX-5 Vampires NAS China Lake, California (69-73) A-4s, A-7s, US-2A; VP-19 (73-79) Ahhh, The Big Red...P-3Bs, P-3C Update 159511, Gart Salmon where are you? Mexican food at the Marines' Tundra Tavern in NAS Adak, Alaska, VP-Alley, Missouri Bar, Henry in his boat at the bridge over S--t River; PMTC NAS Point Mugu, California Range Aircrew (79-82) Super Connies, Stoofs, J.D. (Jig Dog) Miles, Ray-Ray, Range Clearance P-3s. Good memories, even better friends. Where did it all go... Merry Christmas and Happy New Year...VP forever!..." [E-Mail Updated 01MAR2007 | 21DEC97]

McLOUGHLIN, AW2(AW) Sean kicksave2c@hotmail.com "...Served with VP-19 from 87-91. Crew1/2's "EWO" and loved every second of it. Moved to VP-31 from 91-93 and finally to USS Carl Vinson CVN-70 for the remainder of my career which ended in 94. Currently working for E*Trade Group Inc as a Systems Administrator. Keep in touch!!! Long Live BIG RED!!..." [19FEB99]

McNEELY, Donald B. c/o his son McNeelyArt@aol.com "...My father's name is Donald B. McNeely. He served with VP-19 in Korea. He is looking for friends who served with him there: Merle A. (Jeb) Stewart (presumed to be in North Carolina), Arthur Morgan (presumed to be in the Atlanta area), D. J. Ralston (presumed to be in either Missouri or Pennsylvania), and Lyle Zitzman (presumed to be in Minneapolis)..." [07FEB98]

MEEK, CPO Michael Kevin meek_53@hotmail.com "...I served with the Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 101 (VMFAT-101) at MCAS El Toro, California from 1990 to 1992, VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California from 1985 to 1990, VP-24 at NAS Chase Field, Beeville, Texas from 1982 to 1985, VP-4 at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii from 1976 to 1982 and VFP-63 at NAS Miramar, California from 1972 to 1976. Retired Moved to Lake Havasu Az. Became a Health inspector for t Mophave County Looking to reitre the second time around 2 years to go. I would like to hear from any former Shipmates..." [BIO Updated 14APR2010 | E-Mail Updated 06JUN2009 | 29AUG2001]

MEHRINGER, CAPTAIN Thomas R. http://www.ncts.navy.mil/homepages/vx-1/co1.htm "...Captain Thomas R. Mehringer was born in Waco, Texas in May 1958. A graduate of University of Oregon, he received his commission in 1981 through the Aviation Officer Candidate Program. Captain Mehringer completed flight training and was designated a Naval Aviator in January 1982. After transition training for the P-3 Orion, Captain Mehringer reported to VP-19 stationed in NAS Moffett Field, California in December 1982. He participated in VP-19 "Big Red" deployments to NAS Misawa, Japan, NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan and Diego Garcia, B.I.O.T. In May 1985, Captain Mehringer transferred to VP-31 (West Coast P-3 FRS) where he served as the Pilot Training Officer and was qualified as an Instructor Pilot in all models of the P-3 aircraft. In January 1989, Captain Mehringer reported to VPU-1. While attached, VPU-1 completed numerous detachments in support of fleet operations including Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. In July 1991, Captain Mehringer reported to Montgomery, Alabama, and completed Joint Professional Military Education Phase I at the U.S. Air Force's Air Command and Staff College. Following P-3 refresher training, Captain Mehringer reported to VP-26 at NAS Brunswick, Maine in January 1993. He served as the Safety/NATOPS Officer and Aircraft Maintenance Officer. In November 1994, Captain Mehringer was assigned to the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Officer Performance Division (PERS-82). Captain Mehringer reported as Executive Officer on 20 June 1996 and assumed duties as Commanding Officer VT-31 on 30 May 1997. During his Command tour, VT-31 successfully integrated a new multi-engine training aircraft (TC-12B) and flew more than 43,600 mishap free hours. In March 1998, VT-31 was awarded the prestigious Chief of Naval Air Training, Training Excellence Award. After VT-31, Captain Mehringer reported to NAVAIR, PMA-290 as the Assistant Program Manager P-3 Logistics in June 1998 and transitioned to Deputy Program Manager P-3C Update III in March 2000. Captain Mehringer reported as Executive Officer VX-1 on 29 October 2001. On April 4, 2003, Captain Mehringer assumed command of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron One. Captain Mehringer's awards include Meritorious Service Medals, a Strike/Flight Air Medal, a Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievements and various other unit and national campaign awards..." [12JUN2003]

MILLER, Doug appa@bellsouth.net "...Started in the P5s with VP-50 (1965 - 1968) and made it to the P-3. Went from VP-50 to VP-31 (1968 - 1971) and at same time switched from AMS to AW so I could keep flying. In 1971 transferred to VP-19 and stayed there until 1975 at which time I joined FASO DET MOFFETT (good shore duty) and screwed up and went to the other navy (East Coast VP-24) 1978 to 1981. Spent my time and finally transferred back West to NAVPRO Lockheed which was a great tour (because I reitred from there). Now working Lockheed Georgia (after California shut down). Would be glad to hear from some of the old gang..." [27AUG98]

MILLER, AKC Harold Retired navchief7@hotmail.com "...Served aboard NAS Keflavik, Iceland from 1969 to 1971 Supply Support Center. Retired from VP-19 is 1978. Good seeing web site of old Shipmates. Smooth sailing and trailing winds..." [E-Mail Updated 21MAR2004 | 30JAN99]

MILLS, AOCM(AW) Ron Retired MCPO9@AOL.COM"...VP-6 73-76, VP-31 76-79, VP-46 79-82, and VP-19 85-90..."

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]

MOELLER, AMEC Kevin Retired kgmoeller6590@sbcglobal.net "...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/BIO Updated 29DEC2005 | E-Mail Updated 30AUG2000 | 16OCT98]

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]

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]

MOORE, Randell (Randy) moore26505@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-19 in 1974 Radar Crew 2 and Sens 2 Crew 4. Give me a buz I will write back. I am a Grampa (Poppie) of 8 soon to be 10 and wife Karen two daughters older Laura, Dayna who live in Wa. with their families and one daughter at home 12 and one son 15 at home..." [20JAN2001]

NORRIS, Earl w8kmo@gatecom.com "...VP-19, 1966 to 1967 at NAS Moffett Field, California. As far as I know, we were the first squadron to take the P-3A into Japan. We were at Marine Corp Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. We had problems obtaining spare parts. I was an AT-1, was assigned to AMD, both at NAS Moffett Field, California and NAS Iwakuni, Japan..." [03JUN99]

MOSER, LT Andre R. Retired andre@phxaero.com "...I joined the Navy in 1983. AD "A" school in Millington and off to first duty station at NAS Alameda, California Operations Dept. Joined VP-19 as a 3rd Class in 1986 with the squardon just returning from NAF Misawa, Japan. Advanced to 2nd Class and then off to FE School (VP-31) in 1988 with returnable quota back to VP-19 until 1991. I went across the field to VP-31 as a FE Instructor, advanced to First Class. Squadron decommissioned in 1993 and I headed to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii to joined VP-47 who just moved there from NAS Moffett Field, California. Advanced to Chief. Rolled to VX-1 in NAS Patuxent River, Maryland in late 1996. I was commissioned as an LDO Ensign in 1999 and headed off to HC-8 in NAS Norfolk, Virginia as a Det Maintenance Officer. Promoted to LT(jg) and headed back to VP-47 now over at MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii as Maintenance Material Control Officer. Promoted to LT. Left the Island for the las time in December 2005 and headed to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City, FL. I retired in December 2008 with 25 years. Had a great time in the Navy and still miss it. It's different on the outside as I'm sure many of you have experienced first hand..." [14AUG2009]

MOSER, Robert L. drmoser@bellsouth.net "...I was a flight crew member with VW-4 from 1958 to April 1961 on Snowwhite MH-7. I flew over 1000 hours with a mighty fine crew. We made the big move to NS Roosevelt Roads, PR in 1960 from NAS Jacksonville, Florida. I then served with VP-19 at NAS Alameda, California and was a flight crew member their for 11 months..." [31JUL2004]

MULLER, AD2 Michael mjmuller@charter.net "...I served with VP-19 from November 1974 to June 1978. I was aboard for the NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, NAS Adak, Alaska and NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan deployments. I got out as an AD2, and worked in check crew and power plants shop. After leaving the Navy, got my A&P Certificate, and have been working on a/c ever since. Specifically helicopters since 1981. Kept in touch with a couple of guys, lost touch with a couple also..." [11JAN2004]

MURPHY, AEC(AW) Tom Retired murphyt@locustec.com "...I did most of my career in P-3's. VP-31 as a student in '74-'75. VQ-1 from '75-'79. Back to VP-31 for shore duty '79-'82. Then on to the VP-48 Boomers from '82-'86. From there I jumped ship for a while. I did a shore duty tour at AIMD NAS Atsugi, Japan. I worked at the engine test cell from '86-'89. I got to watch the P-3's from JMSDF and our guy's taxi by. I realized how much I missed 'em. Out of NAS Atsugi, Japan I fully expected to end up on the Midway, but the Detailer "forced" me to take orders to VP-19. I made Chief in Big Red, the best damned squadron in the Navy! After Big Red decommissioned in '91 I transferred to AIMD NAS Moffett Field, California for my final tour. I retired in July of '94, shortly after NAS Moffett Field, California decommissioned. I have many fond memories of many exciting WESTPAC adventures. Like to hear from and old Shipmates out there!..." [21NOV98]

MYERS, YN2 Randy C. myers@atlascomm.net "...I served with VP-19 from 1967 to 1970 at NAS Moffett Field, California before transferring to CRAW-1 NAS Albany, Georgia . Made deployments to MCAS NAS Iwakuni, Japan in 68 and NAS Adak, Alaska in 69. XO's were CDRs Yeager and Cook during that time. Interested in hearing from old Shipmates I served with and swapping old sea stories!..." [09JAN99]

NELSON, AVCN Carl Retired cgnelson@railnet-isp.com "...Served in VP-19 1954-1955 (AEAN to AE2); VP-40 1956-1957 (AE1); VP-1 1960-1962 (AEC); VP-9 1974-1978 (AVCM) Many good memories of the times with these squadrons and the Shipmates. I retired in 1983 from VX-4 at NAS Point Mugu, California..." [E-Mail Updated 11SEP2001 | 00XXX97]

NELSON, Jim jsprdan@aol.com "...I served with VP-19 from 1977 to 1979..." [24NOV2001]

NETH, AWCS Bob Retired rlneth@worldnet.att.net "...VP-40, '68-'70; VP-91, '71-'73; VP-50, '73-'77; VP-31, '77-'81; VP-19, '81-'84; COMPATWINGSPAC NAS Moffett Field, '84-'88; Fleet Reserve. 8 years as DOD contractor supporting P-3 Program at Naval Aviation Depot Alameda until it was closed last year. Just completed Aircraft Dispatch school (I'm now an FAA Licensed/Certified FAR Part 121/135 Aircraft Dispatcher) and I am now working at Reno Air Operations Reno Air Ops at San Jose, CA Airport. Hello to all my former NAS Moffett Field "Airmates"...As of 31 August 1999, I'm now working in American Airlines Operations, San Jose International Airport, San Jose, CA. It is similar to continously working in a "Ready Alert" operations environment; never gets boring!..." [E-Mail Updated 17AUG2000 | BIO Updated 01SEP99]

NICHOLS, AE2 Phil PHILNICHOLS1@JUNO.COM "...I served with VP-19 from June 1962 thru June 1965 and was a member of crew 6 (PE6) on P3 BUNO: 150628. During my four year hitch I was fortunate to fly in P5M, P2V-5, P2V-7 and P3A's. Pretty good stuff for a 20 year old from Abilene, Texas. I've enjoyed civilian life and have been fortunate in business and activities, but those four years in the Navy will always hold fond memories of good men, great aircraft and new lands. Nothing can take the place of a SP2H on a low pass down the side of a ship or marking rocket runs from from the plexiglass nose. I'll never forget my first ride in a P3, high performance take-off and low pass at the field. What a trip!..." [E-Mail Updated 15MAR2003 | 22JUN98]

NIELSEN, CDR Frederick J. III http://www.naswi.navy.mil/vp-1/co.html "...CDR Nielsen, a native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in December 1987. He was commissioned an Ensign through the NROTC program. He earned his Naval Flight Officer wings in August 1989. Following his designation as an NFO, he reported in April 1990 to VP-19 home ported at NAS Moffett Field, California. During his time with the BIG RED, he served as TAD Officer, Personnel Officer and Assistant Administrative Officer. While a member of VP-19, he deployed to NAF Misawa, Japan, NSF Diego Garcia, and Masirah, Omanfor Operation Desert Shield. In April 1991, VP-19 was disestablished and he transferred to VP-9, also home ported at NAS Moffett Field, California. A year later he moved with the squadron to its new homeport at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. As a Golden Eagle he served as the Nuclear Safety Officer, Ordnance Branch Officer and the Avionics/Armament Division Officer. He was qualified as Patrol Plane Tactical Coordinator, Patrol Plane Mission Commander and as an Instructor TACCO. While a member of VP-9 he was deployed on extended detachments to NAS Adak, Alaska and Panama. CDR Nielsen remained in Hawaii when in August 1993, he assumed his duties as Flag Aide to Commander, Patrol and Anti-Submarine Warfare Forces, U. S. Pacific Fleet, co-located at NAS Barbers Point and the Pacific Fleet Headquarters at Pearl Harbor. In November 1995, he reported to the USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65), home ported in Norfolk, Virginia as the Assistant Navigator. He qualified as Assistant Command Duty Officer (In-Port), Officer of the Deck (Underway), and Command Duty Officer (Underway). While aboard the "Big E" he deployed in 1996 to the Mediterranean Sea, the Adriatic Sea and Persian Gulf in support of operations in the former Yugoslavia and in Operation Southern Watch. CDR Nielsen reported next to CPRW-10 in November 1997. He served as Administrative Officer and Weapons Systems Trainer Officer in Charge. He returned to operational flying as a Department Head when he joined VP-1 in May 1999. He served as the Masirah Detachment Officer in Charge, Command Services Officer, Assistant Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Officer. During this tour he deployed in 1999 to NSF Diego Garcia, Masirah, Oman, NSA Bahrain and finished the tour while deployed to NAF Misawa, Japan and NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan. CDR Nielsen's next assignment came in April 2001 as the Deputy Executive Assistant to the Director, Air Warfare (N78) on the Chief of Naval Operations Staff located in the Pentagon. His most recent assignment was to the National War College in Washington, D.C., where he received his Masters of Science degree in National Security Strategy. CDR Nielsen's personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal (4) and the Navy Achievement Medal (2)..." [10AUG2005]

NOLDER, Trina trinams02@aol.com "...I was with VP-19 from late 1979 to 1982 as a YN2, but functioned in Communications. Have been trying to locate any Shipmates from that time period. Also have been looking for Shipmates from VP-9 whom I worked with while stationed in NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan form 1977 to 1979. Worked with a lot of great people and thought it would be nice to know what they are doing. Please E-Mail me if you remember those days and would like to chat..." [E-Mail Updated 26SEP2001 | 30JAN2000]

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OFFER, CAPTAIN Derek F. http://www.dean.usma.edu/sosh/conferences/scusa/scusa/offer.htm "...Captain Derek F. Offer, USN, joined the Naval War College faculty in June 2002 following a four-year assignment as the U.S. Defense and Naval Attaché to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. He earned his commission from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1974 and received his wings as a Naval Flight Officer in 1976. His sea duty assignments include tours in VP-11 as Aircraft Division Officer, Instructor Tactical Coordinator and P-3 Mission Commander; Cruiser Destroyer Group 2 as Assistant Air/ASW Operations Officer and Battle Group Tactical Action Officer deployed on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, USS Belknapp, and USS Independence. He has also served with VP-19 as a Training and Operations Officer; VP-46 as the Executive Officer and Commanding Officer. Captain Offer was with the CPW-10 as Chief Staff Offer. Ashore he has served at Naval Recruiting District Washington, D.C. as the Aviation Recruiter and Officer Programs Department Head. Captain Offer graduated with distinction from the Naval War College’s College of Naval Command and Staff, has served as Adie and Executive Assistant to the President, Naval War College from 1988 to 1990; attended the Armed Forces Staff College and served in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, International Security Affairs as Country Director for Iran, Kuwait and Oman. He completed a Federal Executive Fellowship at Harvard University, Center for International Affairs and attended Joint Military Attaché Training at Bolling Air Force Base prior to his duty in the Netherlands. He holds a B.S. degree in General Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy, an M.A. in National Security and strategic Studies from the Naval War College..." [01JUN2003]

ORTMAN, Rod rod_ortman@hotmail.com "...I was an antisubmarine Warfare tech that was in VP-19 from 1965 to 1968. I was on one of the crews that helped VP-19 get the Navy "E". During this time I was on duty on the ready alert crew when we got the call to go to Japan. That was when the Pueblo was captured off the coast of Korea. We flew directly to Japan, refueled and headed for the site where they were captured. We dropped our bouy's and I listened. This was what all my training was about and I was at the peak of my performance. I can remember telling the pilot we had a soviet nuclear submarine in the water. We had a small target on radar but when we got there it had sounded. We tracked it and flew directly over it as we dropped depth charges, not to harm but to signal that we knew exactly where it was. We did this three times and as we came in on our fourth run it was coming out of the water. The night was pitch black but we turned on our wing lamp (10 million candle power). We could see men on the ladder trying to get in position for a shot at us and others in position on the conning tower with their fists over their eyes obviously blinded by the light. We flew low to get out of their range but continued to track it from a safe distance. We returned to NAS Iwakuni, Japan when we were relieved, and if I remember right we were on station for 10 hours or more. I have tried in vain to verify this incident but apparently the Navy has conviently destroyed the records. I don't remember who the pilots or the crew members were. This was a very exciting incident and I would like to find others that were on that crew. Please contact me..." [E-Mail Updated 03DEC2001 | 17FEB2000]

OSBORN, Jim p3ozman@aol.com "...I was in VP-19 from 89 to decom, VP-9 from 91 to 93, VP-45 from 93 to 97, currently with VP-66 in Willow Grove, Pa. I served as an IFT for all those squadrons...I am currently stationed in NAS Sigonella, Sicily at FMP MOCC MED as the maint supervisor..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 12JUL99]

OSBORN, REAR ADMIRAL Oakley E. Retired http://www.usni.org/hrp/oralhistory/osborn.htm "...One of the few patrol plane aviators in the Naval Institute's oral history collection, Osborn is the first graduate of Aviation Officer Candidate School to achieve flag rank in the Navy. After completing the various stages of flight training in 1957, he held billets of increasing responsibility in several squadrons, VP-17, VP-31, VP-19, and VP-40. In VP-31 he was an instructor as the P-3 Orion entered the fleet; he served as executive officer and commanding officer of VP-40. In the mid-1960s he served on the staffs of Commander Anti-Submarine Warfare Group Five and Commander Patrol Force Seventh Fleet. After that he was a student at the Naval Postgraduate School, attended a course in POW survival, and was a student at the Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth. OpNav tours in the 1970s included ASW readiness and training officer and executive assistant to the Director of ASW and Ocean Surveillance, Vice Admiral Ed Waller. After duty in the early 1980s in the Naval Military Personnel Command, he was promoted to rear admiral and had several flag tours: in OP-01; as deputy director for operations in the National Military Command Center; as Commander Patrol Wings Pacific Fleet; and as Deputy Director, Defense Mapping Agency..." [01JUN2003]

OSBORN, AT1 (AW/NAC) Stephen gapoz@cfl.rr.com "...Enlisted April 1980 and went to Great Lakes for boot camp. Spent a year at NATTC Millington, TN for initial training. Then on to SERE and VP-31 rag for Aircrew training. My first squadron was VP-19 from 3/82 to 5/85. Back to TN for C7 and bounce up to NADC Warminster PA to put all that edgimication to good use. That was the greatest duty - nothing like working with 3000 rocket scientists. My next stop was ASWOC NAS Sigonella, Sicily from September 1989 to October 1992 during Desert Shield and Desert Storm. For something completely different I took orders to AIMD Key West from October 1992 to October 1995. In my spare time I worked at the local Radio station as an Engineer. Back up north to VP-66 at NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania from October 1995 to July 1997 and finally stood up new squadron VQ-11 at NAS Brunswick, Maine July 1997. Retired November 1998 and moved to Disney Land..." [12JUL2004]

OSBORNE, CDR Dale Harrison Retired http://www.pownetwork.org/bios/o/o017.htm "...DALE H. OSBORNE - CDR - United States Navy - Shot Down: September 23, 1968 - Released: February 12, 1973. My place of birth is Salt Lake City, Utah, where I was born on 23 January 1933 to my parents, Vivian C. and David E. Osborne. On 1 October 1956 I entered the United States Navy as an Air Officer Candidate and reported to NAS Pensacola, Florida for pre-flight training. I received my commission on 1 February 1957 and was designated a Naval Aviator on 4 June 1958. From 1958 to 1961 I served with VP-9 stationed at NAS Alameda, California and NAS Kodiak, Alaska. I was Patrol Plane Commander of P2V-7 type aircraft involved with Anti-Submarine warfare tactics. From 1961 to 1964, I was assigned to VT-3, NAS Whiting Field, Milton, Florida, as a radio instrument flight instructor in T-28 type aircraft. In 1965 I reported to VS-21 at NAS North Island, San Diego, California and was a Carrier Air Plane Commander of S2E type aircraft involved with anti-submarine warfare. My squadron deployed to WESTPAC in 1966, embarked in the USS Kearsarge (CVS-33), conducting air operations in the Gulf of Tonkin in support of the U.S. war effort in Southeast Asia. The NAS Lemoore, California was my next stop in 1967 where I reported for transition and training in the A4F Sky Hawk aircraft. In December of that year I was ordered to Attack Squadron Fifty-Five (VA-55). The squadron deployed to WESTPAC in July 1968, embarked in the USS Hancock (CVA 19), joining yankee team operations in the Gulf of Tonkin conducting air strikes against North Vietnam. On 23 September 1968 my aircraft was hit by Anti-aircraft artillary immediately following a rocket attack on enemy positions near the city of Vinh, North Vietnam. Shells exploded in the cockpit area which knocked me unconscious and caused severe injuries to my left leg, right hand and wrist. I regained consciousness momentarily enabling me to pull the ejection handle before passing out again. When I next regained consciousness, I was on the ground - my left wrist had been broken during ejection or ground contact. I was captured immediately by a group of approximately 15 Vietnamese. After an extremely torturous trip North, I finally arrived in Hanoi on the 10th of October. I was completely desiccated, emaciated, and in a moribund state. I was incarcerated with Cdr. Brian Woods and I credit him with saving my life. I was confined in several prison camps in the Hanoi area during my 4 1/2 years of captivity. I was listed as MIA for over a year. I was released to the American authorities at Gia Lam Airport, Hanoi, Vietnam on 12 February 1973. December 1996 Dale Osborne retired from the United States Navy as a Commander. He and his wife Nancy reside in Utah..." [16APR2004]

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"...PAFFORD, AT3 Jimmie ...AT3 - VP-19 - Korean War - Jimmie Pafford passed away yesterday after a yell fought battle with cancer..." Contributed by Jim Cameron jim@cameronconstructors.com [21APR2010]

PARASKEVAS, ENSIGN Angelos Lucas rdsavell@cableone.net "...I served with VPB-19 MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii in 1945 as an Ensign and Seaplane pilot. I flew the PBY, PBM, PB2Y, PB4Y, PV-1, PV-1, C-46, F4F and F6F..." [14JUL2008]

PEREZ, Matt livinohsogood@sbcglobal.net "...Hi all you ex VP-19 folks... I was a Big Red'er from about 81-85. Really enjoyed my time there and miss some of the old friends. Sat in the center cockpit seat, flight crews 2, 4 and 9. Went reserves after that, attached with VP-67 at NAS Memphis, Tennessee. Ended my military career as a C-5A/B Galaxy Flight Engineer in the Air Force Reserves (it's true what they say about those Air Force sissies). Been flying for the airlines now since 1993, presently flying right seat on the B-727 soon to be B-757, but of all the aircraft I've been on, the P-3 Orion was my favorite and VP-19 is where I had some of my most favorite good times. Drop me an email, I'll surely write back... (also looking for two lost buddies named Tim Mattson and Chuck Mekannon...has anyone seen or heard from them?)..." [E-Mail Updated 11MAR2005 | E-Mail Updated 03MAR2002 | BIO Updated 02NOV2001 | E-Mail Updated 25OCT2001 | BIO Updated 08APR2001 | 01NOV99]

PERWAS, Robert C. rcp10949@optonline.net "...I served with VP-19 from January 1969 to June 1970 and the USS Midway (CVA-41) from 1970 to my discharge in March 1971..." [19FEB2009]

PETROUS, James P. iugrad@hotmail.com "...I was with VP-19 from Jan. 1976 until Jan. 1979 as an AX3. I have seen several former shipmates posted on the page. It brings back great memories. I left the Navy, in body, in 1979 and went on to complete my masters program at Indiana University. I am currently working on a State Department contract upgrading networks at embassies and consulates around the world. Would love to hear from former shipmates..."

PIERCE, A. D. (970)874-1018 "...I served with VP-871 from 1950 to 1953 and VP-19 to 1954. I would love to talk (user my home phone number listed) former Shipmates. I am trying to locate (I will pay!) two VP-871 patches. Thanks!..." [30MAY2005]

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POSCH, AWCS Mike Retired mp1837@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-875, VP-872, VP-91, VP-19, VP-31, VP-46, and CPW-10. Now retired and working for a San Mateo Joint Powers Authority. Will retire January 1998. Still live near NAS Moffett Field, California and still drive the white 1961 Porsche. "Long live VP and NAS Moffett Field, California"..." [E-Mail Updated 01JAN2008 | 07JUN98]

POULSON, AW1 Tom Retired Hiburn8@aol.com "...Living in Ohio and now enlisted in the Postal Service as a Letter Carrier. I served with VP-4, VP-19, VP-30, VP-31 and VP-47. Had great times and I've got a lot of great memories of all the people that touched my life over the years. Sure would love to hear from some of you..." [BIO Updated 02FEB2006 | BIO Updated 19AUG2001 | 12MAY98]

POWERS, LCDR Bruce rbpowers@compuserve.com "...I joined VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California in the fall of 1988. Did their NAS Misawa, Japan deployment in 1989 as a Nav with much on top time thanks to the Soviet Navy. Went on to do the 1991 NAS Misawa, Japan deployment as a TACCO and got some more on top time. Watched Big Red decommissioned in 1991, then went on to the Naval Postgrad School for my first M.S. Did a two year tour with Tactical Support Center NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan and left the Nav in 1996. Got a second M.S. from U. of Illinois, and as of Jan. '99 will be a space station flight controller at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. I continue the adventure with the Navy Reserve, and visited Puerto Rico and Panama in '97 and '98. I still keep in touch with that VP-19 dog, LCDR Kurt Kohanowich, see Shipmates entry above. My web page is http://www.students.uiuc.edu/~rpowers. I'd love to hear from any old '88-'91 Big Red people!..." [14OCT98]

PUNCOCHAR, AFCM Leonard (Ponch) Retired nav86@wavecable.com "...Was Plane Captain on the USS Lexington (CVA-16) COD Crew 1959-1960, eighteen months with VP-40 at NS Sangley Point, Philippines 1962-1963, and VP-19 from 1968-1972 (ended up as NATOPS FE). The 1972 deployment to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines was a classic. NAS Misawa, Japan from 1974-1977. NAESU Det NAS Lemoore, California Assistant OinC 1977-1979. VP-4 1979-1983 as Maint MCPO and 6 MO's as CMC. VP-4's deployment to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines during 1979-1980 was another classic. Finally finished up at CFAO NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan and retired in 1986 with 30. Other tours were VA-94, VA-113, HS-2, NAS Moffett Field, California, NALF Crows Landing CA, and VC-5 at NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan . Presently working with Boeing..." [E-Mail Updated 28DEC2004 | E-Mail Updated 19JAN2003 | 17APR2001]

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RAINS, George click@tcjc.cc.tx.us "...Former member of VP-871, 1951-52, and plank owner when we were redesignated VP-19 at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. Does anyone know of any remaining P4Y2's left in the world? Dr. William Hospers of Vintage Flying Museum, would like to have one for the museum here in Ft. Worth, as a stable mate for his B-17, "Chuckie". As I remember, 6, P4's were transfered to the Chinese on Tiwan. There is one P4, a former fire bomber, at Lone Star in Galveston, but that one has been re-engined with R 2600's, shame, shame. Any help or assistance would be appreicated. Thanks..." [06MAY99]

RAMPENTHAL, Charles E. ("Chas") chasramp@aol.com "...I joined VP-19 in July of 1989, during its deployment to NAS Misawa, Japan. Initially, I was a part of CAC-5 (PPC - LCDR Jim Greunke/2P - LT Tom ("OY") Vhay/TACCO - LT Scott Steadman/ NAV - ??), but moved on to CAC-9 (PPC - LT Paul Tibbetts, LT Ross Velardi/TACCO - LT Dave Brewer/NAV - LTJG Usher Barnum) for the second NAS Misawa, Japan Deployment (August 1990-Feb 1991). Don't worry - I didn't forget all the guys who "worked" for a living - Jeff Whitesell, Ken Ruber, Phil Amato, Foushee, Stubby, "Cubi-Dog," Mauer, and a lot of others I can't remember (too many cocktails, no doubt!). We had some good times! I particularly remember watching the two "deployment movies" (Bill & Ted and Raising Arizona) way too many times, trying to continue the legacy of the Big Red Band after Pat "the AxeMan" Reynolds left, standing Ready 1 with Kahuna on New Years' Eve 1991, and a little "combat action" in the Gulf! In the middle of the Decommissioning in 1991, I (briefly) went over to VP-47, until they figured out that they already had too many pilots! So, at the end of 1991, with all the "fun" pilot billets gone, I gave recruiting a shot (in my hometown of St. Louis). That experience taught me a few things: (1) that I was not really "in" to recruiting; (2) that No. 1 was most likely due to flying too much, finishing my BS [the perils of being a NAVCAD] at SIU, and having way too much fun; and (3) that I didn't want to end up living in my "hometown!" So, I departed the NAV in December of 1999, went to law school in Los Angeles (USC - Go Trojans!) from 1995-1998, and have been working as an attorney ever since. Currently, I am a corporate attorney for a large firm in Boston, Testa Hurwitz & Thibeault, LLP. I would love to catch up with any fellow BIG RED Alum who even remotely remember who I am. Cheers!..." [09MAY2002]

REED, AO3 Ben gentleben35904@yahoo.com "...I served aboard the USS Oriskany (CV/CVA-34) from 1954 to 1956 and VP-19 (Crew-4) from 1956 through 1957 flying the P2V-5. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 07JAN2010 | 25SEP99]

REEVES, AD1 Dale Retired p3fe1@ieee.org areeves@computer.org areev001@odu.edu "...VP-48 1982-1985, PMTC NAS Point Mugu, California Range aircrew 1985-1988, VP-19 1988-1991, RTC Great Lakes Company Commander 1991-1994, VP-46 1994-1997. Presently attend Old Dominion University, Norlfolk Va. Computer Engineering..." [08FEB99]

REEVES, George R. uhu@whidbey.net "...March 6, 1969 VP-31 RP-07 P-3B Bureau Number 152765 crashed at NAS Lemoore, California. I was also scheduled to be on that flight. As I recall, I reported to the duty office to pick up my box lunch about 0430 and was told that instead of a "RADIO/OBSERVER" FAM, the flight was rescheduled for a "Pilot Trainer". We, about 7 or 8 of us (can't remember the number for sure), had been bumped from that flight to attend a GSE class. Upon returning to the classroom (about 10:00 a.m.) from a smoke break, the instrutor said "you all were supposed to be on RP7, weren't you? It just crashed - every one was killed". I believe, again not really sure, that Dwane Yoder (went to VP-40 "Radio Operator") was also origianlly schedule to be on that FAM flight. I went on to VP-19. I served with Crew 7, Crew 2, and Crew 1 and deployed NAS Adak, Alaska, NAS Iwakuni, Japan, and NAS Cubi Point, Philippines. Also served with VAQ-129 and VP-69. Visit my website (http://www2.whidbey.net/urraca/) if you think you remember me. I really do like hearing from Shipmates. Any one remember Steve SMALLEY VP-22? I witnessed the following P-3 Mishaps: VP-45 NAS Adak, Alaska - Ground looped (pitch locked/smoke remove hatch blew open on roll out. SOP to pop the PL circuit breakers because of the cold. They had a flag sticking out the smoke removal hatch the previous day. Must have forgotten to secure it; VP-19 NAS Iwakuni, Japan - Nose gear colapsed on landing (both nose tires blew on a night take off) The crew had to wait for daylight to confirm that both tires blew. CO suggested that the crew bail out before doing a foam landing. The crew's COMMENTS "*7#@^%" could be heard on the maintenance control radio in the back ground. They did eat all of their "unprepareds" (breakfast/lunch/dinner and most likely all the PBJ) while burning off fuel; and VP-6 NAS Cubi Point, Philippines "DITCH" (AT2 Carver and I were standing at the top a P-3 boarding ladder) watched them make the turn to Grandy Island. Saw them impact the water. Couldn't believe that there were survivors. I got to fly with CDR Montgomery when he was a reserve with VP-69. He got us through a pretty spiffy storm near Midway one night..." Personal Website: http://www2.whidbey.net/urraca/ [18OCT2001]

REINIG, Duane J. dlreinig@frontiernet.net "...Was in VP-19 from 1968-71. Deployed to NAS Adak, Alaska then to Japan. In 1971-72, transferred to VT-26 in Beeville, TX. Currently farming in southwest Iowa..." [09FEB2002]

RHEA, John F. j.rhea@comcast.net "...Served withVP-19 back in the EARLY 70's. Made the Iwakuni, NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, & Okinawa deployments. Flew patrols out of NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam and Utapao as the MAD/RAD operator. Met and married a beautiful Thai lady (still am for all you nay sayers). Love to hear from any one who remembers..." [E-Mail Updated 23FEB2005 | E-Mail Updated 16MAR2001 | 11FEB98]

RICHARDS, AMCS Stephen Retired burrocreek2@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-19 (1966 to 1987), HS-85, VP-65, and VP-60. I enjoyed all my tours of duty. I have been inspector on B727, 737, 757, 767, and 747's. I am currently retired in Pasco, Wa. I work seasonally loading Fire Retardant on some of the same P-3's I worked on and flew in the Navy. I just can't get away from the P-3. Hi to all Shipmates..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 13OCT2008 | 11OCT98]

RICKER, CDR Dave ricker@ime.net "...I am currently XO of VPU-1. I was attached to VP-19 83-86, VP-22 93, VP-47 94-95..."

RINGGENBERG, AXCS Roger Retired RRinggenberg@msn.com "...I started out in VP-31 NAS North Island, San Diego, California 1963-64, VP-19 NAS Moffett Field, California 1965-67, VO-67 Alameda, CA and RTAFB Nhakon Phenom, Thailand 1967-68 and VP-48 Moffett Field, CA 1968-70. Flew as crewman on SP-2E&H, OP-2E, P-3A, B & C and SP-5B Aircraft. Retired AXCS in 1986. Love to hear from any in squadrons listed..."

ROBBINS, ADJ Gary E. Gskibum1@aol.com "...I started my tour with VP-19 from May 1973 until January 1977. I met the squadron for the first time in NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan spent three months and then back to NAS Moffett Field, California for a while and then on to the Philipines, Thailand, NSF Diego Garcia, and so on. My rate was ADJ throughout my enlistment even though I ran the line shack for the last year..." [22MAY2002]

ROBERDS, Darryel dlroberds@aol.com "...I served with VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California from Spring 1969 until Spring 1972. I was a TACCO in Crew 7 and a couple of other crews when I first arrived. I spent two years in ALPHA Crew 7. Did a tour in VT-10 at NAS Pensacola, Florida followed by a tour as NATO Weapons Officer in NAS Sigonella, Sicily. I finished out my career at NATTC NAS Memphis, Tennessee as Training Officer for the AVC7 school. I was a NESEP (Navy Enlisted Scientific Education Program) and spent 10 years as an enlisted Radioman at Beachmaster Unit ONE, NAS Adak, Alaska, USS Pluck, and the USS Washoe County. Would love to hear from any old Shipmates..." [07MAY2003]

ROBERTS, Robbie Harrywgolf@aol.com "...I was in VP-19 early sixty at Oakland, California..." [25AUG2001]

ROSSI, Lou lm.rossi@comcast.net "...I served with the USS Independence (1977 - 1981), Navy Recruiting District, Phila. (1982 - 1985), VP-19 (1985 - 1990), FASOTRAGRUP PAC, NAS Moffett Field, California (1991 - 1993), VP-46 (1993 - 1996), FASOTRAGUPAC, NAS North Island, San Diego, California (1996 - 1999) and Retired (1999)..." [24MAR2005]

ROWLANDS, LCDR Steve Retired srowlands@comcast.net "...I served with VP-19 from 1983-1986; VP-31 from 1991-1993, and VP-4 from 1993-1995..." [E-Mail Updated 01FEB2009 | 19MAR2001]

RUOTI, CAPTAIN Anthony Joseph Jr. http://www.nwc.navy.mil/jmo/Faculty/bios/ruoti.htm "...CAPT Anthony Joseph Ruoti Jr. - JOINT MILITARY OPERATIONS DEPT - Chairman, JMO Department - CAPTAIN ANTHONY J. RUOTI, JR., USN, reported to the Joint Military Operations Department as chairman in August 2002, following a tour as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations (N3) for Commander in Chief, United States Naval Forces Europe. Captain Ruoti graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1975 and the Naval War College in 1993, receiving a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies. His shore tours include VT-31, NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, Commander Patrol Wing ELEVEN, Executive Officer of the West Coast’s P-3 Fleet Replacement Squadron, VP-31, The Joint Staff, Command, Control, Communications, and Computers Directorate (J6), Architecture and Integration Division. Following this Washington tour he reported to Commander Patrol Wings Atlantic/Commander Task Force EIGHTY-FOUR as operations officer and subsequently as Chief of Staff. Captain Ruoti’s sea tours were VP-5, NAS Jacksonville, Florida serving as Aircraft Division Officer, Training Officer, and Pilot NATOPS Officer holding P-3 “Orion” Patrol Plane Commander, Mission Commander, and Instructor Pilot designations, deploying to NAS Bermuda and NAS Sigonella, Sicily, with detachments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, Crete, NS Rota, Spain, the NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR and Senegal, working closely with allied naval forces throughout the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean, USS FORRESTAL as Communications Officer, deploying to the Mediterranean, VP-19 as Assistant Operations Officer and Maintenance Officer, deploying to NSF Diego Garcia, BIOT detaching to Daharan, Saudi Arabia, Djibouti, Oman, Okinawa and NAS Misawa, Japan. He commanded VP-9, during this tour his squadron was awarded the Battle “E”, deploying to NAS Misawa, Japan and detaching to NAS Adak, Alaska and Panama. Captain Ruoti assumed command of Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing FIVE, preparing, training and certifying Patrol and Special Project Squadrons for forward deployed operations..." [15APR2004]

RUS, AO2 Dwight G. drus@colostate.edu "...I was an AO2 with VP-19 from January 1969 to 1971; deploying to NAS Adak, Alaska and to NAS Iwakuni, Japan..." [01NOV2006]

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SALDANA, AD1(AW) John (SAL) Retired ad1awsal@onemain.com "...Served in VP-19 from 1980-83. Had a hell of a good time. Made deployments to NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan and NAS Misawa, Japan. Tooooo bad they closed down NAS Moffett Field, California. Served with VQ-1 from 1972-75. It was my first tour of duty and loved it. Made deployments to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines aaahh the cold SAN MIGUEL beer was great. NAS Atsugi, Japan remember PR16? also to DANANG, VN watch for incoming!!!! OSAN, KOREA how about some oscar!! and the USS.RANGER. Rig the barricade!! Worked on all the birds EA3B WHALES, EP-3E ARIES, EC121 CONNIES. And the RA3B Photo birds. To all the people I served with,what a pleasure. A lot of good memories of all the people I worked with. KEEP THE FAITH!...Served with VAW-116 from 1987-1991 aboard the USS RANGER (Top Gun). Best E2C Hawkeye outfit on the west coast -bar none!!! Was the Powerplants Sup/Q.A. rep. Looking for any Mechs that was out there when we went to DESERT STORM, what a ride!!! Who could forget the Liberty, P.I. Pattaya Beach, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, Hawaii. Another round of San Miguels to all my Shipmates!..." [BIO Updated 06AUG2002 | 17APR2001]

SALMON, AW1 Gart H. Retired ultramed@colton.com "...I served with VT-2 NAS Pensacola, Florida from 1962 to 1966, AX School at NAS Memphis, Tennessee in 1966, VP-26 NAS Brunswick, Maine from 1967 to 1971, VX-1 NAS Key West, Florida and which was moved to Pax River Maryland from 1971 to 1974, VP-19 NAS Moffett Field, California from 1974 to 1979, and moved across the field to VP-31 from 1979 until I retired on November 1981..." [24JAN2003]

SANBORN, AT3 Pete psanborn2@earthlink.net "...Hello fellow VP'ers. One of the BEST times in my life was serving with the great guys in VP-19 from 1968 to 1971. I made the NAS Adak, Alaska and NAS Iwakuni, Japan deployments flying radios (AT-3) in crews 12 and 4. I also participated in Operation Milrow in Alaska (with Crew 12) and made the Vietnam detachment out of NAS Iwakuni, Japan (10 days in NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam). After I separated from the Navy in 1971, I reenlisted in 1972 and ended up as a plank owner in an EA-6B squadron, VAQ-136. When the squadron deployed aboard the Kitty Hawk I went to AIMD in NAS Cubi Point, Philippines and ended up as the night shift supervisor. I have already made contact with several former Shipmates and look forward to renewing contact with others from Big Red. Good times, great guys, great squadron. Let me hear from you..." [24MAR2004]

SANFORD, John C. c/o His Son Dan Sanford sanfac55@hotmail.com "...My Father, John C. Sanford, served with VP-19/VP-MS-9 NAS Norfolk, Virginia from November 1946 to March 1948 and ATU-10 NAS Corpus Christi, Texas PBM's as a Flight Engineer. He served with a LT(jg) Harris at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. Dad is 74 years old and his legs don't work too well plus numerous medical issues. Dad reminices often. Thanks and best regards..." [15NOV2003]

SCHLUETER, IS1(NAC) Dan dcjj@digitalpath.net "....I served with VP-40 from 1983-1985. I did a partial NAS Misawa, Japan deployment in late 1983 (Detachment NAS Adak, Alaska) and a full deployment to NAS Keflavik, Iceland in 1985. Refused to extend for 2 years when VP-40 updated to III's. Was "punished" and sent to VP-19 for a NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan/ NAS Misawa, Japan deployment in 1986. Got out and went to college and ended up with a degree from Chico State (Party Management?). Currently working as an appraiser for a small county in Northern California. I am now in the reserves attached to JICPAC 1194 in Dublin, California. I sure miss flying!..." [E-Mail/Rank Updated 09APR2004 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 11FEB2003 | 24FEB2001]

SCHMIDT, AX3 Lorelei (Hogan) mattandlorelei2@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-19 from 1986 to 1988, left as an AX3 working in AIMD, NAS Moffett Field, California. If anyone has heard from VP-19's Martin (Marty) Caro or Phillip (Phil) Marshall, can you drop me a line? I am trying to find them for my husband, AW1 Matt Hogan. Marty is our son's godfather and we lost touch years ago, last I heard he was an Ensign at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. We've got a lot to catch up on, like the fact that his Godson, Kevin, is a junior starting defensive end for Kent State! Go Big Red and Go Golden Flashes!..." [15MAY2008]

SCHNEIDER, CAPTAIN Bill wschneidersprint6@earthlink.net "...Had a great tour in VP-22 (80 - 83), followed by recruiting in Pgh, PA (83-86), then on to ASWOC/TSC NAS Misawa, Japan (86-89), then VP-19 (89-91). Closed the doors for the Milpitas Chickens, and left active duty. Have stayed in the reserves, mostly at Great Lakes, SPAWAR (91-95), VTU (95-96), DCNO N3/N5 (96-99), CINCPAC (99-00), DCNO 106 (00-present). Pinned O-6 on in Nov '99. For the time being am an IT manager for Nalco Chemical Company, in Naperville, IL, although being outsourced to IBM in September. Looking for a good job to get Sylvia and me and our two boys back to Hawaii. I really miss those days..." [10AUG2001]

SCHOONMAKER, CWO John Retired pkogunner@catskill.net "...I entered the Navy in 1956. Served with the following: USS Midway (CVA-41) from 1957 through 1960; NAS Keflavik, Iceland from 1960 through 1961; USS Saratoga (CVA-60) from 1961 through 1965; NATTC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland from 1965 through 1968; VP-19 from 1968 through 1970; AO B School from 1970 through 1971; VS-28 from 1971 through 1972; BUPERS from 1972 through 1975; VP-50 from 1975 through 1976; USS Nimitz (CVN-68) from 1976 through 1979; Air Gunner NS Rota, Spain from 1979 through 1981; and retired in 1981. Ii would not trade it for anything. Currently living in upstate New York..." [11JAN2001]

SCHWENKLER, Scott toofarfrumpuken@yahoo.com "...I served as a navy corpsman from 11/83-10/85 with VP-19..." [05MAR2010]

SCOFIELD, ATC James (Jim) W. jwscofield@wavecable.com "...My first squadron, after ATN "A" school was VW-1 at NAS Agana, Guam flying radio on EC-121. We flew weather ops from Guam, the Philippines, Japan and Taiwan and radar cover over the Gulf of Tonkin mostly from Chu Lai. From VW-1 I went to VR-21 at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii flying radio on C-118's and C-130's. My first VP experience was in VP-19, the "Milpitas Chickens", as an IFT from April 78 - May 80. After a three-year tour with VRC-50, second time around, I joined VP-22 and the "Blue Geese" on deployment at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines in September 84 - June 87. After VP-22. I returned to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, AIMD and BEQ Leading Chief, for my last duty station. We were in the Philippines when Mt. Pinatubo erupted. I have a unique video of my last re-enlistment on top of Diamond Head with LT Clark and my retirement ceremony in the Philippines with Mt. Pinatubo erupting in the background. We came to NavSta Sandpoint for separation. I am presently working for Washington Department of Corrections as the electronics technician at the women's prison. To all my Shipmates and friends my family and I send a cheerful Mabuhay and Salamat Po..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 01AUG2004 | 12DEC98]

SCOTT, ATCS Robert C. Retired greatscott2bl@msn.com "...I reported to VP-871 September 1952 and was redesignated VP-19 1953. I was assigned as gunner and cook to Crew-11 with Pappy Bloom as our pilot. I transferred out in late 1955 for Ordnance Class B School in NAS Jacksonville, Florida. I ended up doing 20 great years..." [E-Mail Updated 07JAN2004 | 15NOV2001]

"...SHANNONHOUSE, Russell William...Sunday, December 17, 2000 - Mr. Russell W. Shannonhouse of Lynn Haven passed away quietly at home Friday December 15, 2000, after a long illness. No services will be held. Russell Shannonhouse was born on August 2, 1921 in Edgewood Arsenal, Md., the son of Col. John G. and Lulu M. Shannonhouse, formerly of Ridge Road, Nevada City, Calif. In January 1961, after 20 years of service, Russell Shannonhouse retired from the U.S. Navy as a chief aviation ordnanceman. His 20 years of distinguished naval service included assignment to the U.S. Naval Training Center in NAS North Island, San Diego, California (1940-1941); MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii (1941-1943); Heavy Patrol Squadron VP-19 (PB4Y2) NS Sangley Point, Philippines (1944-1945); Aviation Supply Depot in Samar, Philippines (1945-1946); VPB-119 (1946-1947); VP-7 (1947-1949); NAS Alameda, California (1949-1951); USS Philippine Sca CV-47 (1951-1953, Korean War); FASRON-8 and VP-19 (P2V Neptunes) in NAS Alameda, California (1954-1959); NAS Moffett Field, California Attack Squadron VA-125 in Sunnyvale, Calif. (1959-1961). His naval fields of expertise included aviation ordnance, combat air crewman, special weapons and ordnance, and aviation fire control coordinator. After retirement from the U.S. Navy, Russell went to work as a planner and estimator at the Naval Air Repair Facility in NAS Alameda, California. Upon retirement from civil service, Russell Shannonhouse and his late wife Georgia Frances Purkett of Leadville, Colo., returned to Nevada City, Calif. in 1976. He was honored in 1995 as a Pearl Harbor survivor by Presidential decree. Upon the death of his wife Georgia in Dec. 1999, Russell moved to Lynn Haven to live with his son John and his daughter-in-law Susie. Russell is survived by his son Capt. John R. Shannonhouse USCG (Ret.) and his daughter-in-law Susie of Lynn Haven; grandson Greg and his wife Allison of Lynn Haven; great-granddaughter Brittany of Lynn Haven; and sister Jean Knowlton of Fresno, Calif. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him. A special thanks to Hospice of Northwest Florida. At the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, please send donations to M.D. Anderson Hospital, Thoracic Research, UT, Houston, TX. Southerland Family Funeral Homes - Panama City, Fla. 32405 - 785-8532 - 100 E. 19th St..." http://www.newsherald.com/articles/2000/12/17/ob121700.htm [10JAN2004]

SHARPE, Glen racefan1@erols.com "...I was an AW in VP-19 (CAC-2 ruled!) from 1/89 till 3/91. Then sent to VP-40 (CAC-8 ruled) due to VP-19s decommissioning. Went on 3 deployments to NAS Misawa, Japan, and a nice little trip to the Gulf for Dessert Storm. Currently Im employed as a Systems Engineer at Lockheed Martin in Manassas, VA. I fly with NAWCAD in NAS Patuxent River, Maryland to test the USQ-78A system under development to be delivered to the fleet in the near futere. Would love to find a few lost Shipmates I was stationed with, if anyone knows of them let me know. Thanks in advance. LT Owen O'neil, LT Pete Marshall, LT John Ray, AEC Tim Sullivan, AEC Dennis Kerr, AOC Keith Fontano, AT1 Rich Wagner, AO1 Bob Minchew, AOC Frank Thomas, A02 Angie Heil, PR3 Gina Mack, AW2 Dan Frase, AW2 Randy Coleman, AW2 Steve Dodson, to many to list. Look forward to renewing old aquaintances..." [06FEB99]

SHARPE, Shannon R. ssharpe@rglobal.net "...Flew with VP-19 during Iwakuni deployment in 1967. Flew as IFT with VW-1 68 -70. Joined VQ-1 74. Flew as AES until 79. Went to NAS Point Mugu, California "line division" then returned to the Q in 80. Retired as ATCS from the Q in 84..." [E-Mail Updated 31JUL99 | 25OCT98]

SHELTON, AK1 Sherry tjs@conch.net "...been in VP-5 this time around from Mar 94 to DEC 97, before that I was at FASO Cecil Field from 90-94, VP-5 from 86-90, Nas Norfolk VA from 84-86, VP-19 from 82-84, and VT-22 from 80-82...I am now stationed at OPS/OMD in Key West..." [Updated 24DEC97] [ICQ# 6317501]

SHEPHERD, AD2 Royce shepbuil@ipa.net "...I was in VP-19 during tours in Hawaii, Guam, and Japan from 1952-1954. I was Plane Captain of Crew 11 in NAS Atsugi, Japan in 1954 when our Captain's plane was shot down. ..." [E-Mail Updated 18NOV2001 | 14AUG98]

SHAPIRO, Maurice "Shep" Shepsan@aol.com "...USNR 1948-1950. USN 1950-1954. Joined VP-871 Jan '51 at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Served as crewmember until May '51. Then changed specialty from AO to TE. Served in communications through squadron redesignation to VP-19 and tour to Guam. Left VP-19 April '54 to serve as instructor at AIS, NAS Alameda, California until discharged Oct '54 as TE1. Would like to establish e-mail contact with any former Shipmates..." [21JUL99]

SHAUNESSY, Marty ShaunessyMJ@bonhomme-richard.navy.mil "...I joined the VP community in June '73 as a P-3 FE student in VP-31. Transferred to VQ-1 in Guam ('Dec '73-May '76). Was an FE in Crew 36 with Mike Asher, Bob Asmus and Bob Woolsey. Moved on to VP-19 '76-'78 in Crew 6. Went to COMPATWINGSPAC in Nov '78 with Master Chief Goff, Mike McGuire, Denny Graham and ADCS Don Newth. Picked up Chief in '80 and LDO in '81. VP-31 was my next stop ('81-'83) as Asst FRAMP and then MMCO with CDR Tim Cudia. Still on active duty as the AIMD Officer onboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6). Presently on our first cruise as the Navy's newest Amphibious Assault ship. Greeting to all my old Shipmates. Drop me a line when you get the time..." [19FEB2000]

SHAW, Bob bshaw@uwf.edu "...Served with VP-24 (69-72), ASWOC/TSC NAS Cubi Point, Philippines (75-78), CPWP - NAS Moffett Field, California (78-80), VP-19 (80-82), VT-31 (83-85). Retired from CNET - NROTC/NJROTC in 93. Now at the University of West Florida in Pensacola..." [02DEC2000]

SHELTON, AOC Robert L. Retired rshelton@nwi.net "...Joined VP-40 approximately June 1963 at NS Sangley Point, Philippines. We flew the P5M Marlin. First time in Vietnam was January 1964 flying recon. Stayed in VP-48 till August 1966 (3 month invol extension). Got out and came back into VA-94 NAS Lemoore, California. Transferred to AIMD NAS Atsugi, Japan 1967 thru 1971 and then to VP-19 P-3A's. 1974 taught SERE School at Warner Springs, "B" school and then back to VP-48 ran 1st Lt till I made AOC and then ran night check maintenance. 1981 Navy recruiting until retirement July 1983. OOPS! - went back as a Temac Recruiter in Wenatchee, WA 1984-1985 and finally happily retired..." [01JUN2003]

SHOCKLEY, AMS1 Charles (Chuck) Retired cshockley@automark.net "...I served in VP-19 from January 1979 until June 1982, P.I. Express Flies Again. Spend some in beautiful NSF Diego Garcia, 99 days on the rock as I recall, I retired from active duty in September 1998 and I am loving it. Left 19 and went to Key West Fla to VA-45 then to NAS Jacksonville, Florida stayed there until 1985, going to the USS I Don't Like Ike (USS Dwight D Eisenhower) made one cruise there, VA-42 Nas Oceana from 90 to 93 hated it damn Buffalo's passed planes to the gulf. Next stop USS America wonderful old lady she was made the last one for her, sorry to see her leave, HC-2 was my final resting spot mail boys for the Gulf. Look forward to hearing for anyone at VP-19 during the time I was on board. Fair winds to all..." [18APR2002]

SIGLER, LCDR Steve Retired Stevesigler@compuserve.com "...VXN-8 74-77 (the good years), then on to recruiting in ABQ, VP-19, Monterrey, VP-48, NAS Moffett Field, California -- now trying to stay warm while flying DC-9's with Northwest Airlines out of Minneapolis, MN ........Life is Good!..." [05JAN99]

SMITH, PN1 Craig A. / JOHNSON, Craig Retired orioson@aol.com "...I served in three different squadrons: VS-37 from 1978 to 1980. VP-19 from 1983 to 1987. VAQ-138 from 1991 to 1994. In VS-37 I was an AN, then a PNSN and when I was discharged I was a PN3. In VP-19 I was a PN3 and a PN2 when I transferred. In VAQ-138 I was a PN1. I went on cruises to: WESTPAC with VS-37 and USS Constellation CV64 in 1979 when the embassy in Iran was taken hostage. Deployments to NSF Diego Garcia 1984-1985 and to NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan / NAF Misawa, Japan 1986 with VP-19. WESTPAC with VAQ-138 and USS Nimitz CVN68 in 1992 for Operation Southern Watch. I also served in the U.S. Army in 1974 to 1976 in Frankfurt and Hanau Germany with 3AD HHQ and 23rd Engrs; in the Navy I also served in NSY/NS Mare Island, CA; Naval Hospital Bremerton, SEABASE Port Hueneme as Base Police from 1995 to 1996 and at PSD PSNS Bremerton where I retired from in 1997 as a PN1. I taught Wing Chun Kung Fu to fellow shipmates at just about every station and was involved in a few smoker competitions. Enclosed is a recent picture taken at church with my mother..." [19JUL2007]

SMITH, ATC(AW) Curt Retired squidnsarg@att.net "...Served proudly with VP-46 (1982 to 1986), VP-19 (1990 to the end), three years of forced labor at NRD NAS New Orleans, Louisiana, BUPERS SDC NAS Point Mugu, California (1991 to 1995), NAMTRA NAS Jacksonville, Florida, HM-15 NAS Corpus Christi, Texas (1999 to retirement). Now working for Raytheon in Dallas, TX..." [E-Mail Updated 25JAN2006 | BIO Updated 31MAR2001 | BIO Updated 21FEB2000 | 30SEP98]

SORENSON, AX(W)2 Kieth kiethsorenson@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-19 from 1966 to 1969 (deployed to NAS Iwakuni, Japan twice). Would pay dearly for or like to make a copy of 1966 NAS Iwakuni, Japan Cruise book. I see Bo Dudley here. I know where Bill Ovelman is, I communicate with Danny Gates periodically. I would like to find the whereabouts of AT2 Bill (Soupy) Campbell. Quite a few of the late 1960s gang are at http://www.classmates.com/..." [15JUN2004]

SPAINHOWER, Robert D. robertspainhower@alltel.net "...I would really enjoy contact with any VP-19 personnel who served between 1953 and 1956, those "forgotten" years..." [21MAR99]

SPINELLA, Cristy Carrier cristy.spinella@cox.net "...I served with VP-19 1984 to 1986. I am very proud of the squadron and enjoy reading the historical accounts..." [29APR2003]

STAMBAUGH, Roger pericowest@aol.com "...I was a PPC in VP-19,and in reserve squadrons at NAS Sand Point, Seattle, Washington, NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, NAF Andrews, Maryland, and NAS Point Mugu, California 1959-1982..." [09FEB2005]

STARKS, AWAN John L. pmp@strato.net "...I served with VP-19 from 1971 to 1974 with deployments to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines and NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan. I would love to hear from former Shipmates..." [17NOV2009]

STEWART, John Patrick (Jack) stewpop@sedona.net "...I served with VPB-19 from 1942-1945. VPB-19 was formed at NAS Alameda, California We trained out of MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii then to Eniwetok via Johnson Island from Parry Island at Enewitok to Saipan and then to Iwo Jima. Huge swells at Iwo and had JATO bottles fixed to hull on both sides on take-off. The port side JATOs failed and we lost starboard wing float on take off. Flew vector anyway and made a safe landing with help from Tender Crew. Looking for Shipmates Don Lynn Livingston. Where are ya Livi?..." [23FEB2003]

STOCK, Merlyn mlstock_tx@hotmail.com "...I was attached to VP-19 from Jan 1955 to Oct 1957. Home base was NAS Alameda, California and we deployed to NAS Iwakuni, Japan and NAS Kodiak, Alaska..." [30NOV2001]

STOCKBERGER, AO Michael mrberger54@aol.com "...VP-19 Nov. 1972 through June 1976. Aviation Ordanance Aircrewman. Crew 6. Two Westpac deployments. Okinawa and Phillipines. Good times,Great friends. Still the Muff!..." [02DEC2005]

STREETER, Austin JOEVPB19@AOL.COM "...I served with VPB-19 in the Pacific during WW2 (1945). We were at Iwo Jima and flew patrols from a Seadrom at the base of Mt. Suribachi..." [13MAY2003]

STRICHERZ, AEC Richard J. Retired dfstricherz@dailypost.com "...I served with VP-19 from March 1957 till March 1958 and made an Alaska cruise as an AE3. I was married in that Squadron and Bill Fleck AE3 was my bestman. I loved Alaska and the VPNavy has no equals. My Alaska det was the over the rocks at Ladd AFB with daily flights to the North Pole. I now live in Lake Pelican South Dakota..." [22JUL2007]

STUBBS, AWC Chris "Stubby" Retired stubbsac@hotmail.com "...Served in VP-19 from Dec '89- Aug '91. Participated in Big Red's final deployment to NAS Misawa, Japan and detatched to Operation Desert Storm. Upon decommissioning I was transferred to VP-40 where I did two more deployments. Moved with the squadron from NAS Moffett Field, California to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington in December '93. In 1995 Transferred to VX-1 at NAWC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland where I served until '98. I am currently stationed at TSC NAS Keflavik, Iceland. I have been very lucky with all of my tours, and have very few complaints, but my heart will always be truest to my first command.... VP-19, "Big Red". I would love to hear from any of my old flyin' buddies..." [14FEB2000]

STUMP, Debra (stumper) dstump@lynchburg.net "...I was in VP-19 from December 1989 until we decommissioned, then I went to VP-47. I got out of the Navy in 1993. With both squadrons, I mostly worked at AIMD in the powerplants shop! What a great experience that was!! During deployments, I was TAD to NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan. I just moved back to Virginia, my home state, a year and a half ago. After living in the Bay Area of California since I got out of the Navy. I am in search of hoping to get in touch with some former Shipmates. And also, if anyone has a copy of the videotape from VP-19, I would love to see about getting a copy of that. Thanks in advance!! I look forward to any responses..." [30JAN2000]

SULLIVAN, J. P. ctellis@primenet.com "...I was with VP-19 from 80-81. Just wanted to say hello to all former VP-19 persons,and hello to JW, Boz, CDR Floyd, Harkins, & West. Would like to hear from any and all..." [20OCT99]

SWARTZ, Tracy tfs@libby.org "...I served with VP-19 from 1969 to 1971. I worked in the Power Plants shop and Aircrew. Anyone from our 1969-1970 NAS Iwakuni, Japan deployment still alive?..." [11JUL2003]

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TARGEE, AT2 Phil ptarg@aol.com "...I served with VP-19 NAS Alameda, California from 1956 to 1959. I was an AT2 Radar Operator and Tech on PE-4. I had some of the most wonderful times in my life. I made many freinds and still in touch with many of them. I spent 8 months in NAS Kodiak, Alaska and 9 months in NAS Iwakuni, Japan. Many flights were over the "coasts" with a k20 Camera. Great memories. Peter Childs, Benny Throckmorton, Dudley, Charlie Boggs, Percells, etc..." [04JAN2004]

TAYLOR, Rick gadgetguy1@comcast.net "...I was in VP-19 from 1973 to 76, transfered to VP-48 was there until 78. Next I spent 3 years instructor duty at VP-31's FRAMP 78-81. Spent my last year at VP-46 discharged in April 82 from NAS Moffett Field, California. I look forward to hearing from all of you who shared all those good times (and a few shakey times) with..." [E-Mail Updated 08MAR2005 | 10MAR98]

TEIS, Tim tjeteis@sbcglobal.net "...I served with VP-19 from December 1983 to December 1986 and VP-47 from June 1993 to June 1995..." [25JAN2009]

THOMAS, Bob navyp@novagate.com "...VP-19. Probably no one will recognize me, I was attached to VP-19 in January 1946 for a few short days. I had been in VH-5 for a long time, based in Kwajalein and Eniwetok. I had been declared a "military necessity" when the war ended and not allowed to return to the states. Finally in January 1946 I was transferred to VP-19 and assigned BUNO 84611 to return to FAW14 in NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. This plane had been in the water unused for many months. It was fumigated for 24 hours to kill the bugs that had made it their home. Somehow it was made to fly, but barely. The fuel transfer pumps were pumping part of the fuel into the cabin. No smoking, no radio transmissions. We made Johnson Island and then NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. They worked on the plane for 3 weeks, discovered control cable corrosion, severe engine problems and more. At the end of the 3rd week they towed the plane out into the ocean and sank it. You guys must have been thrilled to get rid of 84622..." [30NOV98]

THOMAS, Ron ron1thomas@aol.com "...I served with VAQ-130 (USS Forrestal CV-59) from 1979 to 1983, VP-19, VP-MAU NAS Moffett Field, California, NAS Dallas, Texas and VP-67 NAS Memphis, Tennessee..." [E-Mail Updated 05AUG2009 | 11OCT99 | 13FEB99]

THOMPSON, Jim (JD) Caritho@apl.com "...Joined VP-28 in Jan. 1963 in Iwakuni Japan. Flew as a member of crew 4 from 1963 til 1966. Worked out of Electric shop when not flying. Made several deployments to NS Sangley Point, Philippines and Japan. Retired in 1981 from VP-40. Also served in VP-47 and VP-19..." [04NOV98]

THOMPSON, Mike mthompson@nelsonstark.com "...I served with VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California from 1973 to 1974 with a deployment to NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan and VF-151 aboard the USS Midway (CV-41). I currently live in Kentucky..." [26DEC2009]

THORPE, AVCM (AC) Ken Retired kenthorpe@cfl.rr.com "...I served with VP-46 from 1964 to 1966, NATTC NAS Memphis, Tennessee from 1966 to 1970, back to VP-46 from 1970 to 1974, FASO NAS Moffett Field, California from 1974 to 1977, VP-19 from 1977 to 1978, VP-46 from 1978 to 1980, and retired out of FASO NAS Moffett Field, California December 1981. Many good times and good friends at NAS Moffett Field, California. If anyone finds me, drop a line...I have retired (for good this time) and moved to Florida..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 16JUL2003 | E-Mail Updated 23JUL2001 | E-Mail Updated 02FEB99 | E-Mail Updated 26NOV98 | Updated 08MAY98]

TILRICO, AW1 Mike michael_tilrico@amat.com "...Served as SS3 in VP-19 Crew 6 (Pray for War) from 1977 to 1980 then active reserve with VP-0167 (later VP-0919) from 1980 to 1985. Deployments to NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan, NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan, and (2 split) to NAS Adak, Alaska. Got out of the Navy but stayed in Aviation working for United Airlines for 10 years and now for a worldwide express company. Got a chance to attend the airshow at NAS Moffett Field, California this summer - lots of memories. Would love to hear from those I served with. (Duck Carter - your e-mail address here doesn't work). Regards to VP'ers everywhere!..." [E-Mail Updated 04JUN2008 | E-Mail Updated 09AUG2004 | E-Mail Updated 19FEB2003 | 08SEP99]

TOLLEFSON, Val valenma@bainbridgeisland.net "...I was a pilot in VP-19 during 1966-68. We made two NAS Iwakuni, Japan deployments, with dets. to NS Sangley Point, Philippines and Utapao. We were in NAS Iwakuni, Japan when the PUEBLO was stolen, which was an interesting time. Also spent many happy hours flying in little circles high over Guam. I was Power Plants Officer (worked for ADJC Swigert), Q.C. officer, and NATOPS officer. Did a short stint as a flight instructor in VT-1, and left active duty in late 1969. Flew P2s with VP-69 at Sand Point, and then NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, from 1969 to about 1974. It would be interesting to reconnect with some of the VP-19 folks from that era, especially Crew 10. (new email address, may not work for a day or two)..." [29DEC98]

TOLLEY, Rick rlt@texas.net "...Was with VP-17 at Whidbey, 66-68, VP-19 at Moffett late 70s..."

TOMPKINS, E. Duncan TompkinsD2@aol.com "...I was with VP-19 at NAS Alameda, California 1961-1962. ATN-2 Julie/Jez & radio op. First crewed with George Agard AT1. Otto Sineram was a rigger during that time. Ens. Kavula was on one of the crews. Did one stint north ( NAS Kodiak, Alaska, NAS Adak, Alaska & Shemya). Wonder if anyone remembers..." [28FEB98]

TORRES, AMSC Dan Retired daniel.torres@cox.com "...VP-19 NAS Moffett Field, California 1976 - 1980, AIMD NAS Miramar 1980-1984, VP-4 NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii1985 - 1988, VQ-1 NAS Agana, Guam 1991- 1993, VAW-112 NAS Miramar 1993 - 1995, NAMTRADET NAS Miramar 1995 - 1998..." [04JUN2000]

TROTTER, Phil doodiephil@webtv.net "...I WAS IN VP-19 NAS Alameda, California HANGER 42 FROM 1960 TO 1963..." [31JUL98]

TURNER, AMS1 Richard D. Retired r_turn05@yahoo.com "...I was stationed aboard VP-19 from 63-65. VP-22 from 65-71. I was in NAS Adak, Alaska with VP-19 waiting for VP-22 to take our place, broke my arm, went to Hosp. in Oakland ended up in NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii for another trip to NAS Adak, Alaska. I have a line on a few of the squadron mates of that era..." [31AUG2001]

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URBAN, Toney toneyu@dslextreme.com "...Hello to all the VP-19 Crew that was in Hawaii for 3 months from February to April 1953 and in NAS Agana, Guam for 3 months from May to July 1953. I was AL3 First Radioman and flew with the pilot that nobody else wanted to fly with - can not remember his name - may have been Barbee? Upon returning I got shore duty at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas for my last 2 years. Flew as Radioman for 2 Star Rear Admiral, CD Glover - was great duty. Would love to hear from anyone that was there then! (Do you remember EE Tipton, Bud Fuller, AJ Todd, Frank Petty, and Beckraft?)..." [BIO Updated 16FEB2004 | 23JUL2002]

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VanGORDON, Doug vangordon@bendcable.com "...Proud member of CAC-11 VP-19 "YOUNG GUNS" we'll make you famous from 1986 to 1991. Made me take out the deployment book and put on the old fight jacket! We had the best crew ever..." [E-Mail Updated 20SEP2002 | 06FEB99]

VATTER, AMEC Tom Retired tfvatter@us.hsanet.net "...I served a P-3 Flight Engineer from 1963 - 1989. I was pleased with to do the P-3 flying in Squadrons like VP-8, NATC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland Weapons System Test (WST), VP-19, VP-30, VP-50, VP-31, VXN-8, NATC ASW then Force Warfare, VXN-8 until retirement. During those years Logged a few hours I think it was 15,575 but who was counting. Looking to hear from any old Shipmates. Drop a line. I am now working as a support contractor for the P-3 Retrofits and Special Projects group at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland..." [18MAR99]

VESPER, Joel joel_v2002@yahoo.com "...I was in VP-31 from July of 1969 to mid 1971, when I transferred to VP-19 (across NAS Moffett Field, California). I was a radio operator instructor in VP-31. If you'd like, give me a holler!..." [23JUL2001]

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WAITE, AW1 Bill Retired byerowndog@highstream.net "...I flew with VP-26 Crew 8 (Its Great to Be Ate!) from the 1977 NAS Bermuda deployment to NSF Diego Garcia in 1980 I had some great times. I'm wonder how I ever lived through it! Live here in San Diego working as a Technical Writer. Love Maine though. Sherry is from Harpswell and we just built a cedar log cabin there. I stay in touch with some old Shipmates including Greg Turner, Don McIntyre, Tom Cieslak and a few others. Other commands include ASWOC/TSC NAS Cubi Point, Philippines 81-82, VP-17 82-86 (SS3), EEAP, VP-19, VP-46, and NAVSTAD San Diego. Look forward to contact from old Shipmates. Had a lot of great times in the VP world, but I never did like sweeping snow off the wings!..." [E-Mail Updated 03JUN2004 | 26SEP2000]

WAUGH, Charlie charlie.bev@verizon.net "...I served with VP-19 with Val Tollefson from 1968-1970 with one tour in NAS Adak, Alaska from June to December 1969 flying P-3B's and VP-69 (plank owner)from 1970 to 1986 as a P2 and P-3 PPC. Now living in Bothell, WA near Seattle. Sure do miss the flying and the WestPac cruises. Would love to hear from those of you I didn't scare in the pattern..." [16SEP2003]

WEBB, ADR1 Robert D. "Bob" Retired gagrip@earthlink.net "...I was stationed at NAS Point Mugu, California from 1958 to 1962 with the Line Division flying SNB-5, R5Ds and HUP2s. I served with VR-7 from July 1962 to 1967 where I started FE School on the Connie's (C-121) and did not finish. All C-121s were transferred to the Air National Guard and we started receiving Air Force C-130Es when I was about half way through the FE School. I flew MAC flights all over the world and was some of the best duty in the Navy, as some Shipmates started as Airman and left as a Chief Petty Officers. I then served with VT-31 NAAS Saufley Field, Pensacola, Florida from 1967 to 1971. We had T28 aircraft with a tailhooks and qualified student pilots in carrier landings. I next reported to VP-31 NAS Moffett Field, California in 1971 and attended FE School. I served with VP-19 NAS Moffett Field, California from 1972 to 1975 on Crew 4 (FE). VP-19 was one of the better tours as we got to see a lot of South East Asia all the way to Iran. I then served with VT-31 NAS Corpus Christi, Texas and was assigned to Power Plants and Quality Assurance. I retired from VT-31 on June 20, 1977 as an ADR1. I would like to hear from any old Shipmates..." [22SEP2008]

WEBB, AD1 Stan Retired P3dude@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-26 from 1980 to 1983, VP-19 from 1987 to 1990, and VPU-1 from 1993 to 1994. Took early 15 year retirement in 1994. Worked on P-3's again for Kay & Associates (Navy contractor) from 1994 to 1998 at NAS Point Mugu, California. Now I'm at Delta Airlines. Any old buds out there drop me a line..." [E-Mail Updated 12OCT2002 | 20MAY98]

WELLER, CDR Wayne L. Retired wlweller@verizon.net "...I served with VP-31 in 1961, VP-9 NAS Alameda, California (Julie/MAD/ECM/SNIFFER) flying (P2V-7s) from 1962 to 1963, VP-31 (Staff) from 1963 to 1965, VP-31 Det Alpha (P3As) at NAS Moffett Field from 1965 to 1968, VP-47 as a F/E flying P-3A/Bs, NAS Point Mugu, California, NAM, VP-19 (Material Officer and MMCO) from 1972 to 1974, VP-46 from 1977 to 1980, COMLATWINGPAC from 1980 to 1983, VP-31 (MMCO and MO) from 1983 to 1988, COMPATWINGSPAC as the Wing Maintenance Officer from 1988 until I retired in the fall of 1990. I would like to take this opportunity to say "Hello" to all my former Shipmates. It was a great thirty-five years..." [E-Mail Updated 04SEP2009 | 11OCT97]

WEST, AWCS Michael MWest@svl.ems.lmco.com "... I served with VP-31 (the "RAG" at Moffett), then VP-19 (Disestablished), and VP-91..."

WESTON, Larry H. LHWeston@aol.com "...Hello Men and Women of the VP-Navy, those who I have shared with and those that I will, and shall have served with in the future. I began my VP Navy career with VP-17, White Lightnings at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii in 1977 to 1980. I later served a tour with VP-31, Black Lightning, RAG at NAS Moffett Field, California, 1980 to 1984. From 1984 to 1987 I was with VP-19, Big Red! Beginning in 1987 to 1990, I did a tour with NADEP NAS Alameda, California, formerly NARF Alameda. I later did a tour with VP-48 from 1990 to 1991. VP-48 decommissioned and I transferred to VP-47 from 1991 to 1992. The decommissionings really caused a heartbreak for me. So I retired in 1992. I really wished that I had stayed in. I really miss the moonlit glare off the ocean on dark clear nights. If ever given the opportunity again to join the VP-Navy on Active Duty, the CNO would have to personally and physically kick me out. He can't send his friends. I enjoyed and loved all my tours in the VP-Navy. Each tour was unique and none better that the other. Don't believe me? Then just ask anyone who had served with me..." [20AUG98]

WHITE, ATR2 Don VP-19 "Towbar" whited47@cyberhighway.net "...Any Shipmates from VP-19 '68 - '70 especially those living in Portland Or or anywhere in the pacific northwest e-mail me soonest. Any word on VP NAS Moffett Field, California Reunions for the "cold war" era? Message phone 503-978-5570. Thanks..." [28OCT98]

WHITMORE, Brent blw@arctic.net "...I served with VP-19 from 1963 to 1966 and made the NAS Adak, Alaska deployment during that time period. It was interesting since Alaska was and is my home state. I visited places many Alaskans never see. My thanks to the page administrator for this one., Memories abound. I was in Crew 3 as a radioman although my rating was AX. NAS Moffett Field, California was home plate at that time and I understand many of my Shipmates are still there. Hi to all of you. Its been a long time.Would like to hear from anyone who remembers this old morse operator..." [29MAY98]

WILD, AETM1 Herb eveherb@earthlink.net "...I served with VPB-19 during the invasion of Iwo Jima, which wasn't of very great duration for the squadron. I was transferred to VPB-21 in March 1945 and on March 29 we flew to Kerama Retto and joined our tender, the USS Chandeleur (AV-10). We patrolled from our base at Kerama Retto and later for a short time Chimu Wan for 109 days, going to General Quarters 204 times. We left Okinawa July 15 for R and R at Parry Island, next to Enewietok. The war ended in August and I remained with VPB-21 during the occupation in Ominato Bay aboard the Chandeleur until the ship was relieved by the USS Tangier (AV-8). In November we went to Hong Kong for three months and then to Sasebo. I went home for discharge in March 1946. My rating then was AETM 1/C. Some months after my discharge I received a hardcover book with many photos and a write up of the 1st and 2nd cruise of the USS Chandeleur (AV-10). During my web research I ran across one person who knew Lt. Irick, our radar officer. I had a lot of friends in the Air Division as well as the squadron but only kept good friends with one, who died a couple of years ago. I am retired now but my career was 100% influenced by my experience in the Navy and Squadron VPB-21..." [30JUN2001]

"...WILKES, AX2 Brian R...To all Shipmates from VP-19 (years 1975 to 1980): On May 24th, 2008 former AX2 Brian R. Wilkes passed away due to post-surgical complications. He was 51 years old. Brian served with VP-19 as an "O" Level Tweet from June of 1975 until August of 1979. He was on the 1976-1977 NAS Adak, Alaska deployment and the 1979 NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan Deployment. After the Navy, Brian went to work for Ford AeroSpace in their space Transponder department and worked his was up to Staff Engineer. In 1989 He earned his BEE. He is survived by his wife Sarah Wilkes of Prescott AZ. He was a good and loyal friend to meand the God Father to my daughter Maggie. I'll miss him...Shawn McGuinness (AX2 VP-19 1974-1977) shawn.mcguinness@intertek.com..." [14JUN2008]

WILLARD, Will wilsquared@aol.com "...I served with VP-9 from Feb 81 to Apr 85. I found this page by accident but was happy to see some familiar names from the past. I retired in 91 and have been working with the FAA since then. Feel free to drop me a line. I plan to contact some of my Shipmates also..." [24JUL2005]

WILLIAMS, AO1(AW) Dwayne L. "Poo" charpo38@bresnan.net "...I was a member of VP-19 from 1984 to 1989. I was a aircrewman (ordnance that is) - yea that's right it me POO! I flew with many of the best like JJ, Terry, Tracy, Phil, Art. Mrs. Rodes, Mr. Philips, Mr. Jackson Pam Valon, Dee Liddell, Lyle Eagle, Larry Brickner and the list goes on and on. I had a fire and most of my stuff got burned or lost. I would love to get ahold of any cruise books from 1984 to 1989 and a squadron patch. So come on Big Red Shipmates - help me out. Thanks..." [E-Mail Updated 07OCT2006 | BIO Updated 22MAY2005 | 30MAR2000]

WILLIFORD, Dick dwilliford@webtv.net "...I served in VP-812 5-51 which changed to VP-29 to NAS Atsugi, Japan. I later joined VP-19 at NAS Alameda, California thence back to NAS Atsugi, Japan. I still have cruise book "The Tail of The Tiger."..." [02APR99]

WILSON, Frank rfwaz@wans.net "...I was attached to VP-19 stationed out of NAS Los Alamitos, California in 1954-55. Served overseas with VP-19 in NAS Atsugi, Japan making patrols off the Japan Sea.Our CO was a skipper named John Wayne. His aircraft was shot down by Russian Migs, but except for 1, were rescued at sea. Would love to hear from anyone attached to VP-19..." [24OCT2001]

WINN, AEC Tom easy501@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-6 from 1970 to 1974, DW Taylor Research/Development (Hovercraft), VP-19 from 1980 to 1984 and retired from NAMTG Det NAS Jacksonville, Florida in 1987. Currently I'm with Continental Airlines teaching ground school to B737 crews. I Would love to hear from all my old Shipmates who were in these outfits with me..." [08JUN2004]

WINNEG, CAPTAIN Robert S. http://www.nasb.navy.mil/nasb_co.htm "...Captain Robert S. Winneg, a native of Brockton, Massachusetts, was commissioned an Ensign upon graduation from the University of Rochester in May 1980. He was designated a Naval Flight Officer in July 1981. In May 1982, Captain Winneg joined VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California, where he served as Legal Officer, Electronic Warfare Officer, and NFO Training Officer. During this tour, he qualified as a Patrol Plane Tactical Coordinator, Patrol Plane Mission Commander, and Instructor Tactical Coordinator, and completed deployments to NAS Misawa, Japan and NSF Diego Garcia. In May 1985, Captain Winneg reported to CPW-10, serving as a Weapons Systems Trainer Instructor as well as the Test Team Leader for the prototype 2F140(T) Fleet Project Team. Assigned to USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) from December 1987 to January 1990 as the Operations Administrative Assistant, he qualified as Officer of the Deck (OOD) Underway, General Quarters OOD, and Sea and Anchor Detail OOD, and completed a deployment to the Mediterranean Sea. In January 1990, Captain Winneg reported to the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Washington, D.C., where he was the Assistant Director of Officer Promotions and Enlisted Advancements. In May 1992, he reported to VP-9 at NAS Moffett Field, California. He served as Tactics Officer, Maintenance Officer, and Detachment Officer in Charge of the squadron's Panama Detachment. Following his return from Panama, Captain Winneg completed a change of homeport with the squadron to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. In June 1993, Captain Winneg joined the staff of the Commander, Patrol Wings, U.S. Pacific Fleet, serving as the Assistant Chief of Staff for Manpower/Personnel. Captain Winneg received a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College in June 1996. Following graduation, he joined VP-1 on deployment in NSF Diego Garcia, as the Executive Officer. In May 1997, he assumed command of the squadron, deploying to NAS Misawa, Japan with detachments to Okinawa and NSA Bahrain. While deployed, he served concurrently as Commander, Task Group 72.4. In August 1998, Captain Winneg reported to the Office of the Secretary of Defense where he served as the Deputy Director for Plans and Support for the Secretary of Defense's Drug Enforcement Policy and Support Directorate. In June 2001, he assumed the duties as Chief of Staff to the Commander, Maritime Surveillance and Reconnaissance Forces, U.S. Sixth Fleet (CTF 67) based in NAF Naples, Italy. Captain Winneg is authorized to wear the Defense Superior Service Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (two awards), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy Commendation Medal (three awards), Navy Achievement Medal (two awards), and various campaign and service awards..." [15JUN2003]

WINTHER, ATC(AW/NAC) David S. david@winthernet.net "...Served with VP-19, VP-31, and VP-16, RTC Great Lakes, and now serving with VP-1. Drop me a line!..." Personal WebSite: http://www.winthernet.net [BIO/E-Mail Updated 13JUN2003 | BIO/E-Mail Updated 29NOV2000 | BIO Updated/URL Removed | Updated 27JUN98]

WISE, AE2 Robert atr72fsr@aol.com "...I served with VP-31 and VP-19 between 1982 and 1988. I served with a bunch of great people especially with VP-19 on the 1st deployment to NAS Misawa, Japan. I was an AE2 in the shop when I got out of the Navy when I left beautiful NSF Diego Garcia. I would like to hear from some Shipmates who may have been in VP-31 (1982-1985) and VP-19 (1985-1988)..." [24APR2004]

"...WOODLEY, Richard P...I am writing to announce the sad passing of my father, CDR Richard P. Woodley. He was proudly a member of VP-4, VP-19, and VP-22 flying both P2Vs and P-3s. Countless times he related to me how much he loved the people he worked with, the flying he did, and the memories he made. For those who may have known him, I hope you have fond memories of his time in the VP world. For those who may not have known him, know that we have all lost a good Shipmate. My thanks to you all for being such a wonderful part of my fathers life. Good Hunting...Doug Woodley dagwoodf15@hotmail.com..." [19SEP2002]

WORSHAM, ADCS William "Tom" Retired usco@msn.com "...I served with VP-50 (P5M-2) from 1962 to 1966, VP-40 (P-3B) from 1972 to 1976, VP-19 (P-3C) from 1980 to 1984 and the Fleet Reserve from 1984 to 1990. Since retirement I've been with a number of high tech companies in Silicon Valley. Am currently employed with KLA-Tencor Corp in San Jose. Hello to all my former NAS Moffett Field, California "Shipmates". Sure miss the deployments and comradere of the VP Navy family..." [12APR2008]

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