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Have just returned from a visit to the New Jersey on May 19th. I could not believe what a great job all the volunteers have done in making the ship look so good. Shipmates, if you ever have the opportunity to visit this Great Lady, do it. Never realized the ship had undergone such massive changes since I was aboard her in 1951-52. My wife & I thoroughly enjoyed the tour and wish we could attend the re-union in September.

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HM1 Pete Jensen USN(Ret) I served aboard the New Jersey from 67 to 69. I was stationed in 'H' division and was at Pre-Com-School in San Diego. During the time I was running medical supply. I was transferred to FMF in 1969. I retired from the Navy in 1984 and feel honored to be a plank owner of such a great ship and crew. I hope to see you all in September 2002.

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Just wondering if anyone remembers my Grandfather. His name was Everett Perrin. He was from Minnesota and he worked in the ship's print shop during WWII. Would love to hear from you.

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I would like to know if anyone knew my father-in-law, Arthur W. Gott. He served on the USS NJ BB-62 around 1950-1952 (I think). His station was S2 Division (the store). He just came back from visiting his ship (6/1/02). I would love to hear from his fellow shipmates or if anyone has any pictures, etc. from that time. It would make a wonderful gift to him. Please email at trgott@hotmail.com . Thank you.

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Looking for George (Sunny) Watson. He was a Master Chief Fire control Tech on NJ some where close to the last years of the NJ. Please contact me.

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Looking for brothers war history

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Along with my wife, my daughter and two grandchildren we finally got to Camden to tour the New Jersey. I had not seen her since Nov 1956,and the closer we got the more you could see some things had changed. The radio antenna on the bow of the ship, the stacks w/ all the new superstructure and of course the new fire power the missiles and the gattling gun caught my eye.  I had to chuckle at the new arrangement of the mess decks and the racks.  Pretty neat I thought.  Not all the decks are open, they told me that in July they should have them open for visitors , I couldn't see my work station so I'll make one more trip.  IT WAS WELL WORTH THE EFFORT TO SEE HER AGAIN , SHE LOOKED SHARP AND READY FOR SEA.

The docsents were really doing a great job they made the tour a lot more interesting. My camera messed up the first day so I had to go aboard again ,they let me have the run of the ship and I got some great shots. I had my yellow card from the Veterans Inc and got the tour and then some. We stayed in Philly and drove over to Camden, as you cross the bridge keep in the right lane ,it will take you right around to the ship. One more thing, when you leave the ship if you want a good dinner, get on 95 SOUTH it will get you to the Charter House Restaurant, right across the river you can have a good meal and look out the windows and see the BIG J.  A neat site , at least we all got a kick out of that. We all waited a long time to make this trip I can honestly say it was a good time for my family. I will go again the LORD WILLING , so good luck to all especially all you former crew members ,and go if you get the chance.........

TOMMY J

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Hello, my name is John S. Keller, and I served aboard the USS New Jersey BB-62, from re-commissioning in 1968 through to de-commissioning in 1969. I am currently a first class pilot of ships of any gross tonnage on the Great Lakes, and also a published author as well under the pen name of Dunkin at the online publishing concern known simply as Booksurge. Thought I'd add my name here to this wonderful sight, and thank you for keeping the flame burning. I find it rather strange, and wonderful both that I should find this site just before Memorial Day as my own father died on Memorial Day, and so I leave this poem of mine for all fathers.

Father’s Memorial by Dunkin ~ My father and I never talked much about war he his, nor me mine. ~ Death stared out his eyes and he saw it in mine when I returned home but now I, at long last recognized it in his. ~ War hadn’t made us men it had killed us to humanity all those Santa Clause hopes and tooth fairy tale illusions a trade for ugly never afters petty indifference a diet now vindictive remorse our pillows. ~ He showed me his drawer where the medals were kept his, and his fathers both, and I placed mine next to theirs before we locked them away. ~ I saw my dad’s first tear then forming a glaze over blue irises it was his prayer for lost friends comrades, or so he told me that day and I prayed right along with him even though, in truth, I knew that those tears were for my son suckling at his mother’s breast.

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I served on the New Jersey from 1981 to 83.  I was a sergeant for the MARDET.  I'm always looking for old friends.  I also run gunmount 55 .5 inch never forget it had a bunch of old timers teach us how to use gunmount from RCA .up in Port Hueneme.

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"""""""""""""""""""""HELP""""""""""""""""""""""""" The USS LONG BEACH CGN-9 Association is developing a history of the ship. As part of the history, the Association wants to include photographs of the ship over the years. It is recognized that those on other ships that operated with LONG BEACH are the persons most likely to have taken photos of the "other ship" steaming with them. Your ship operated with Long Beach numerous times. If you took photos of LONG BEACH, please get in touch with me so that I might obtain a copy of your photo for our historical collection. USS Long Beach is the ship with the "Big Box" for a superstructure. Thanks for your help. Bill Gilbert, Historian USS LONG BEACH Association 608 Old Tavern Circle Knoxville, TN. 37922 (865)966-3162 E-Mail sailor@chartertn.net 

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Great idea. Keep up the good work. Raymond

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As being a former crew member(1981-1984), I really like having this website. But I do have a complaint I was trying to order the Ship's ring and an error occurred after I submitted the order & I lost the link to the site.

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AM LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES WHO SERVED WITH MY HUSBAND DURING THE NAM TOUR, FENTON W. TERBUSH WHO PASSED AWAY FOUR YEARS AGO TODAY, WE HAVE TWO GROWN SONS AND 5 GRANDCHILDREN, I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING THE SHIP AGAIN THIS SUMMER AND IT WILL BE THE FIRST TIME FOR OUR SONS.

  • Name: MIKE REED

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I WAS IN THE USN FOR 20 YEARS 1979 TO 1999 AND MADE IT UP TO A OSC(SW). I WAS ON 4 GREAT SHIPS. USS SHASTA AE-33 (1979 TO 1982). USS NEW JERSEY BB-62 (1985 TO 1989). USS HOWARD DD-984 (1991 TO 1994). USS CARL VINSON CVN-70 (1997 TO 1999). OSC(SW) 1979 TO 1999 GOLD

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Wow it has been a long time since I sailed with the "Jersey ". I was aboard late 88 til early 91.

I am looking for the following people ( Or anyone else who remembers our time in the Philippines)

1. Any of the " Regulators " ( you know who u r ) 2. Lance Schoenbaum the rest of these are their ranks at the time 3. SM1 Gallahan 4. SM3 Casey 5. SM3 Cohn 6. SM3 Pritchett 7. LTJG Gravatt

I thought until I hit this site that she was still in WA. I am so glad that she is finally getting the respect she so deserves ( since we all know why she didn't get the surrender pact, Thank you very much Truman)

I tell my wife about the greatest sleep I ever got and it was aboard the New Jersey. It was on the signal bridge in the Aleutian islands and I just got off a mid watch. The sky was as clear as you can get. I leaned up against the grate that came up from the boiler while watching the stars bob back and forth and passed out.

I am glad to see reading this site that I am not the only one who didn't get to say a proper good bye to her. I guess we all thought she would be immortal and we would see her on the news in the future defending freedom somewhere, again.

Well I guess I need to figure out a way to get to the state of New Jersey so I can see her.

In the words of our Captain at that time W.E.T.S.U ( We eat this s*%t up )

Thanks,

Black Angel ( SMSN Baumgartle )

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My uncle Was On New Jersey (1950 to1953) During Big K War.  He now Lives in Philadelphia, PA. His Name Is William V. Campbell Jr.  His address Is 5644 Montrose St Philadelphia, PA. I am thinking about coming to see the Ship with him and my family this summer. I Live In Anchorage AK. Send him Info. about REUNION In Sept 2002. Thank You. William J. Campbell 1010 Latorche St Apt # 3 Anchorage, AK 99501

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Very good site. I made the Viet Nam cruise. Hope to hear from someone.

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Looking for Frank Surber served on USS New Jersey in 1945. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

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Didn't have a e-mail address when I first logged on first time.

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My dad (Larry Collins) was a crew member of the USS New Jersey during the Korea War. He tells us the story of the crew member who died, he was standing next to him when it happened. Anyway, my dad past away a few months ago. In going through his stuff we found a lot of information on the New Jersey and the USS Newton (his training ship). News papers photographs, logs, Ship newsletters, etc. I hate to throw this stuff away. Is there any place to donate, it might be worth something to them. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Tim Collins

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Looking for company 885 graduation and 1952- 1954 cruise books

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I'm not the only battleship sailor in the family. I have an uncle who served aboard the MO in WW2 he was onboard during the Japanese surrender. He was a gunnersmate.

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I do have a few mementos from the time I had been on the New Jersey. I have a ship coffee mug, ships Patch, the final edition of the ships newspaper and ships stationary. If anyone wants a copy of the newspaper of it I will E-mail it to them. I am thinking attending the reunion this year. I will drive since I am so close. Steve Rieger BM2 USN(retired)

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Fellow Shipmates, If any of you fine Gentleman, Aviation Department (Airdales) WWII - Korea AV-Div. Have a few pictures of your planes with catapults, Could you please mail them to Ed Campbell, WebMaster at 2354 Mountain View Court, Fairfield, CA 94533-1081.  Reason being to have some pictures of our Aviators on our web site for viewing. Thank You Larry K.

  • Name: Sandra Heckel, granddaughter of Salvatore J Scarpace

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My grandfather stepped aboard the USS New Jersey in August, 1944... Salvatore James Scarpace (Radio Tech 3rd Class (T)). As far as I know he only served approximately a year, but he had many good times and memories. Unfortunately my grandfather died over 5 years ago, due to complications from crippling arthritis and never saw the USS New Jersey come out of mothballs and be turned into an American Museum. I would love to hear from anyone that knew him or served closely with him. His wife and children are all healthy and thriving, which Sharon is my mother. Agnes, his wife, is well and still living in Missouri. My husband, CTA2 Brian Heckel, is active duty Navy and we are presently stationed in Hawaii, living in all of the natural beauty it has to offer and taking in all the WWII memories. Please respond to heckelfamily@webtv.net 

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Just visiting, but will be back soon.

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was crew member 1954-55-56,B-DIVISION

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R.W. Forbes DC2 served aboard the NJ during the Vietnam war.  I was the 7th person to come aboard in Philly and departed NJ on Dec 2 1969. Would like to know if Capt. J. Edward Snyder is still alive and well. I hope so, he was a fine man. also, where can I buy a NJ hat. thanks

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I am looking for fellow FM Division crew members who served with me from 1943 - 1946. I am going to the reunion in September and would like to hear from any of my shipmates or their family members.

Bill Ryan

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I like this Big"J" web site. If any of you remember me I had been in Fifth division from 11/89 to 2/91.

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My Uncle, Lloyd J. Hawkins doesn't have e-mail so I am writing for him. Lloyd served on the USS New Jersey from 1946 to 1947. He was a F/1st Class, #3 main engine control as a throttleman. He would like to hear from old shipmates. E-mail me your name, address and phone # or call Lloyd at 615-889-5196. Lloyd was from Livingston, Tennessee, Overton County.

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SMC RET. ROBERT J. WILLIAMS WAS KNOWN AS WILLY 2 ON THE BIG E FROM THE COMMISSIONING IN PHILLY TILL WE GOT BACK FROM VIETNAM. MARRIED RITA WHEN IN LONG BEACH IN 68. STILL MARRIED HAVE FOUR CHILDREN. LIVE IN NORFOLK SINCE I RETIRED FROM USN.

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A warm New York welcome to all my S-3 division shipmates who served on board The Big "J" from Dec 1967 to Dec 1969..Drop me an e mail note and will see all of you at the 2002 reunion. Would like to hear from SH3 Larry Burke and SH2 Jim Carrien..Ahoy

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Just wanted to update my new e-mail address. Also I received my Jersey Bounce today and boy, what a nice bumper sticker. Will proudly display it above my Louisiana Navy Veterans plate. Thanks, Chuck Lyons

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I just finished reading the Jersey Bounce and I really got a kick out of the articles . The info on the upcoming reunion I thought to be very informative and should help put the pieces to the September reunion together very nicely. My family has a trip planned this coming May and I'm not sure I can make it in Sept but I'd like to . I haven't seen this old gal we all hold so dear to our hearts since Nov of 1956 so I am looking forward to seeing her one more time, and maybe get lucky enough to see some of the old gang...

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To all other era shipmates please keep me informed of who's and how many are going. So far the those that have let me (by computer) know, are as follows;

LEBANON CRISIS /PERSIAN GULF = 8 + 8 Guest = 16 VIETNAM ERA - 1969 = 41 + 211 Guest = 252 KOREA CONFLICT - 1957 = 36 + 44 Guest = 80 WORLD WAR II - 1948 = 25 + 55 Guest = 80

Now this does not mean that's all that's coming. I know there are those not owning a computer so these are just ballpark figures.

Resp. Larry Kalakauskis, Liaison Officer

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To my Vietnam Era Shipmates. Hey Guys, except for the 40 of you that I have already tabulated. If you are contemplating on going to the reunion at Cherry Hill Sept. 12 - 15, 2002 will you please let me know how many of you are coming and how many are coming as your guest so I can have a listing of who's who for us. So far including your family and guests there are about 250 attending for a ball park figure. Thank You Larry K.

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Reported aboard 33 years from the last time I her. Wow what a thrill. My wife and eldest daughter were both with me. I had a VIP tour above and below decks. I was the ship's artist under Captain J. Edward Snyder in 68-69. I went in search of my art work, to my dismay most had been removed or resurfaced. However I was asked to come back and redo the original work (I will be back to do just that.) I went from the XO's quarters down one deck and forward all the way to the chain lockers in the bullnose. We toured turret one, fond memories, my daughter was taken into the gun rooms to get that up close look. Meanwhile my wife and I were introduced to the Admiral of the site. All in all one great day. Weather was cold 32 degrees, wind was 18-22 knots, water was white caps with swells of 2 1/2 feet. Looking forward to a warm day to return and kiss the decks again. "Spearhead" Loomis

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ON 19 MARCH 2002, I FINALLY GOT TO TOUR THE BIG J. I HAVEN'T BEEN ABOARD SINCE FED 1954. THE SHIP LOOKED GREAT, ESPECIALLY FOR BEING 59 YEARS OLD. IT BROUGHT BACK MANY MEMORIES. MY WIFE JOAN AND I, HAD THE GREAT LUCK OF HAVING JOHN MILLER AS OUR TOUR GUIDE. HE POINTED OUT THE MANY CHANGES TO THE SHIP SINCE THE SECOND KOREAN CRUISE. WE REMINISCED A LOT, SINCE HE WAS SERVING ON A DESTROYER IN 1953 IN THE SAME AREA. WHEN YOU GET TO TOUR THE SHIP, I HOPE YOU HAVE THE GOOD FORTUNE TO HAVE JOHN MILLER AS YOUR GUIDE. HOPE TO SEE MANY OF YOU AT THE 15TH REUNION(MY 1ST) AT CHERRY HILL AND ON BOARD THE J. JOE SILVI0 6TH DIV 1953-54 JOESILV NJ@aol.com

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My Grandfather, James Murray Rummel served on the New Jersey in 43-44. He worked in the Radio Room. If anyone remembers him, please email me.

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I viewed the opening bow shot on the home page and I believe that was taken May 1968 just before we entered the Panama Canal. I was BM3 then, and was coxswain on our 30' whale boat and was ordered to take Neil Leifer on board while we were underway and approaching Panama Canal so he could get some interesting bow shots on film. He was sure nice to work with for a civilian. Mark Searle BM2

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What's up, shipmates!! Haze grey and underway!! A day without water is like a day without sunshine, and a day in port is a day wasted!!

I served Nov 1984 to Feb 1987 in E Division. The sound Powered Phone Sop and Forward IC were my home, although I did three tours mess cooking. Lt. Izimoto and ICC Mota were the bosses...

Looking for all IC personnel who served during that time. Shoot me a e-mail and lets have some laughs!!

Regards from a former Battleship sailor,

Keith A. Ward (IC3 Ward)

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LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY BROTHER RICK GRAY. HE SERVED ON THE SHIP FROM 88-91 IN THE E DIVISION HE DID THE RECOMM. AND THE DECOMM. THE NAVY WAS HIS LIFE FOR 22 YEARS. HE JUST PASSED AWAY IN NOV. 2001.  I JUST WOULD LOVE TO KNOW THE THOUGHTS OF ANYONE WHO KNEW HIM. PLEASE E-MAIL IF YOU CAN HELP.

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Greetings to all my former shipmates(81-84)and all former "JerseyMen". Retired in '87 after 27 years at San Diego and am now living in central Mass. FYI there is a memorial dedicated to the Mass. veterans killed in Lebanon. It's right on the waterfront, and really well done. I still keep in touch with Judy Gorchinski (on the left coast), especially every October 23. Does anybody know the whereabouts of GMC Smith(Smitty), our first mess caterer who helped me and my crew build and decorate the CPO Mess? I know he left before the "Shakedown Cruise" due to heart trouble. Last I heard of MMCM Benton he was on the security force at the Marine Memorial Hotel in San Francisco. Remember its not how old you are, its how you are old. Take Care!

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Like your site, I am a Tin Can Sailor USS Black DD-666 55-59 GMSN  My big brother was on the New Jersey in the 50's I think about 52- 53 he was a FN. His name is Charles Huntington.

 

Gr8 site Treeman

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I would like to purchase a copy of the Dreadnought Returns and The Dreadnought Farewell.

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I came aboard two weeks before the shakedown cruise. I left from Subic in 86 after sky 2 and the 5 inchers scored 11 ttb's out of 28 rounds and sky 3 hit the target. When at 2 am the night before their range unit was a 1,000 yards out of adjustment, I remember Master Chief Long down in forward plot milking the mark 1 able for everything it had. Now 11 ttb's out of 28 rounds is good if you remember that the mk25 radar had a 80 yard range notch and I think the round had to be within 20 or 30 yards of the target to go off. The only thing I missed beside the crew of the Jersey is the gunnery exercises. But like the rest of you I will never forget The morning on watch when the Marines were bombed. And how great the crew of the Jersey was. When I think about all the people I knew, I cannot help but hope that all of you have done well in life, some have moved from the U.S to places like Tasmania. Laduke. Others I talk to weekly or every few months. If anyone from FA division is out there drop me an email.

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I served on board the New Jersey from Jan 1989 to decomm Feb 8 1991 and have the ring to prove it. Out of the 20 plus years in the navy being stationed on board a battle ship tops them all, and it being the USS New Jersey makes it even better. And to top that is to take the chiefs test and make it on a battle ship. MMC (SW). Last year was my first BB62 reunion which was held in Branson Mo. For those who serve on board her from her last recomm. to her last decomm. and did not no or could not make it you missed a good time. If you remember all the sea stories about the new jersey you heard I'm here to tell you I met the guys that started them. And they got some you have not heard before, I was proud to shake their hands and drink a beer with history. All I can say is if you can make it to Camden for the next reunion this is the one to be a part of because we take over the ship for a day. Hope to see some of the last decomm crew there. fair winds and following seas.

John Hagen MMC(SW)RET 1991 DECOMM. CREW

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Served on the New Jersey from 1982 thru 1985 as a radioman OC division.

  • Name: BOUNDER 193 @AOL.COM

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SERVED ABOARD THE JERSEY IN THE 50,S 6TH DIV. ENS HARMMON OFFICER. NOW RETIRED CAPT. HARMMON. HAVE A 1952 CHRISTMAS MENU. LOOK AT IT EVER ONCE IN A WHILE.

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MY NAME IS JAMES A BRUNO.  I SERVED ABOARD THE BIG J FROM JUNE OF 1945 TO MARCH OF 1946.I WAS IN THE AV DIVISION.  WE HAD 22 MEN AND 4 PILOTS AND 3 SC/1 CURTIS SEA HAWKS.  I WAS A SEAMAN FIRST CLASS.  I AM LOOKING FOR SOME OF MY SHIP MATES WHO I HAVE NOT SEEN IN 54 YEARS. BOB KUNDE, HENDRIX, POPISH, BUTTERWORTH, DIOTTE. I LIVE IN MILWAUKEE , WISCONSIN MY PHONE NUMBER IS 414-744-6341. REVERSE THE CHARGES , I'LL PICK UP THE TAB.

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REPORTED ONBOARD DEC. 1981 AS EN2 AND LEFT EN1 NOV. 1984. WENT ONSHORE LONG BEACH PUT ON THE HAT. COMMISSIONED AND DECOMMISSIONED WISCONSIN IN 1991. LAST THREE YEARS AT COMLOGRON 2 EARLE, NJ. RET. NOV 1994. FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS. B.R. SMITH ENC USN RET.

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I'm looking to contact Matt Mattrella, his brother was a shipmate of mine in the 50's, he doesn't have a computer so Matt if you see this send me your E- mail address.

Tommy J

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Fred Burgos - HM2 H-Div 84-88 I was recently contacted by a few of my "Brothers" who served with me during the best years of my life. Steve Catbagan, P. J. Mahoney, S. J. Springob, And P. K. O'Neil. I would to get in touch with any of the other Medical Department Staff who served during this period. If anyone knows of the whereabouts of Bill Harry, John Tweed, Eric Gallien, Jeff Rankin, Wolfgang Volker, Rich Grant, Glen Roland, Gene Dodge, Tim Hicks, Sergio Morariu, Harold Wright, Ronald Young, Joe Hacker, or Aaron Thompkins. Please refer them to this website and message.

To all the others who so proudly served on board the Big J., Fair Winds and following seas.

Respectfully

Fred Burgos New York

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Sirs,

Visited the New Jersey over my Holiday break in December. Was very impressed with tour and plan to return many times. Guides were informative and very thorough. Answered any questions in detail when asked.

Thank you for bringing ship to South Jersey.

Al Snyder

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Greetings fellow swabbies. I commissioned and decommissioned her during the Vietnam war in engine room number 4. although my mind has been ravaged by age and I don't recall too many names any more, I will never forget the great times I had with all my shipmates. The calls of port like Olongopo City with all the sounds, sites and very friendly women, the rooster tail from the fantail while doing 30 knots, the beautiful sunsets and sun rises, the Friday night smokers, which I still carry a reminder of with my broken nose, but most of the great bunch of guys in engine room 4. I never thought I would miss it as much as I do. Love to hear from anyone on board at the time.

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I was sworn in to active duty service onboard the USS New Jersey (BB-62) on July 20, 1982 by my father CWO4 (Ret) Richard A. Thomas, a former member of the crew during the re-commissioning of the ship. I would like to end my career where it started, on turret #2, USS New Jersey (BB-62) on July 20, 2002 with my father.. I would also like to request the flag flown over the ship on that day to place in my shadow box. If this can be arranged, please let me know or let me know where I have to go or who to talk to about arranging this.

Thank You, Michael W. Thomas IT1 USN

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Does anyone know how many decommissioning rings were made for the 1991 decommissioning?

  • Name: Thomas L. Grau Box 843 Lomax Ill 61454

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I served on the Big J from 1954 till 1957.  I will never forget the time I spent on her. It was a sad time when I left her deck for the last time. May the Lord be with all my shipmates.  Going through the ships log I saw the names of some of the guys I served with. I ran around with a guy named Johnny Grant.  John and I went everywhere.  Jonny if you are out there give me a call we can kick some old times around. The rest of you guys give me a holler also. Hendrick. Hinson. Boark.  I hope I spelled the names right. There are a lot of you guys I haven't mentioned but haven't forgotten.  My E- Mail is Iceman1938@Winco.Net  I am proud to have served with you and aboard the Best ship in the fleet.U>S>S> NEWJERSEY>BB_62.

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WAS ABOARD OCT.83 - OCT.85. B-DIVISION, #1 FIREROOM, BR-SHOP, #3 FIREROOM. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM OLD SHIPMATES.

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I was onboard from 1982-1987, assigned to NR3 and NR1 engineroom. Really enjoyed all the hard times. The long westpac, etc

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We finally got our dates set for are trip to Camden so I'm hoping that some of the guys can make it during May 16-17-18. We are traveling by Amtrack for a couple of reasons , my wife does not like to fly and since I spent 25 years working on a engine I thought it would be a fun trip for all, my wife and daughter and one of the grandkids will enjoy the train I'm sure. So any of you guys from S-3 div years 54/55/56 I hope to see you then. I'm really looking forward to seeing the Big J once again. Good luck and God speed to all veterans no matter the branch.....

Tommy J

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Man I'm so glad to have finally stumbled along to this site! To my fellow Jerseymen I Salute all of you, and want to say how wonderful it is to be amongst you all again. I've not been aboard her since we decommissioned her in Bremerton,Wa. Many years ago, after our return to the United States. I've been in contact with a few of the old crew from time to time over the years, but many have not been found by me. Hopefully that will change. What a great site!!!!!!! Thank you for all your work. I <S> salute all.

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Served on board from 1953-1956 My work station was in one the boiler rooms aft portion of ship.

 

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I served on the USS NEW JERSEY IN 1955 and 1956 I was wondering if anyone out there also may have been on at that time that could e-mail me or send some kind of info...... JAMES M. RAWLS

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Looking for a contact of Rear Admiral Edward Fahy. If anyone has any info please email me at renato32d@netscape.net 

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My father served on the New Jersey during WW2, I was stationed on a destroyer from 1970-1974. This has given the chance to understand a little more of what it was like for him. His name was Francis Flintoff, I believe he was a GM or TM Thank-you Stephen Flintoff

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H Division 08/87 to 10/90

Hope to make Camden this year!

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PLEASE HELP ME FIND ANY INFORMATION ON MY UNCLE MARTIN McCANS. HE PROBABLY WOULD HAVE BEEN ON THE SHIP AROUND 1950. HE HAS BEEN DECEASED SINCE I WAS A YOUNG BOY AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT HIM. THANK YOU

MICHAEL McCANS

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I was a crew member from 1953-1955. I was the ship's butcher S1 division E4. Other ship mates Robert Weiss first division, sail maker. For further contact, my home address is 7400 Turtledove Ct., Las Vegas, NV 89129. I would like to hear from former ship mates.

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I Previously left a message for anyone knowing of my father Jack Donoher YN3 who served aboard the Big J from 55-57. He was in B Div in the Eng. Log room. Unfortunately my email address left out the 'm'. I hope I haven't missed any e-mails. It's great to read all the messages. Keep up the good work! Vicki

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New Jersey duty assignment 1968-1970 I was with decom fleet to Bremerton in 1969.  I've since changed my name from Robert Dougherty.

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Has anyone tried to receive information or a return call from the NEW JERSEY Museum website? I have submitted queries 3 times without a response. If anyone out there has had similar problems, let's hear it - maybe enough complaints will get some action.

To all ex-X DIVISION 67-69 - Let's get to Camden in '02 - the more the merrier!

  • Name: Stanley Combs  

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email: scomb@sktc.net 

Radarman in the K Division from 1951 thru 1954. Please send me information on joining the association.

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This may be late, but it is never to late to wish everyone a happy new year. I hope to be at the reunion in and aboard our ship. Hope to see some of the old crew then. Your shipmate, ARNOLD

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Just a note for those interested: A copy of "Dreadnought Returns", By Neil Liefer, is available on the Amazon.com auction. This is the book that documents the recommissioning for Vietnam from Philly to the 1st day on the gun line. There were 3 cruise books published during the Vietnam era, this is the 1st. A copy of the 2nd book, "Dreadnought 68-69", which was done by the crew, is also up to bid at Amazon.

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Am looking for any crew member who was in 6th div. in 68-69. Only one I have talked to is Gerry Millholen.

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Served aboard the Big J from sept.54 till decommissioning Bayonne NJ57 R Divison Pipefitter

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To All Hands. If you are going to go to the reunion at Cherry Hill New Jersey Sept. 12 - 15, 2002 Would you E-Mail Me your alledges so I can have a ball park figure for seating. Include yourself and guest you are bringing. This will help out a lot. Information to be Posted in Feb. on Web site but you will not be able to reserve hotel rooms until 1 April 2002. Larry Kalakauskis Liaison Officer/ Director

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#1 Engineroom LPO 81-85 with the best sailors I ever served with... Phil Bradac, Jack lavoie where are you!!! Hope to see all of you on the ship in Sept. 02!!!

MMCS(SW)Retired

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A former MM in "B" div. fireroom #4 during Vietnam era 1968-1969. Just surfing and ran across website thru Battleship. Life member ABA.

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looking for an old friend by the name of L.H.Winn SN, who was stationed at Yokosuka Japan, then was sent to school to work in the laundry then reported for duty on the N.J. late 1952 or 1953, any information on him???? thanks---------Mike

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It was 33 years ago today that I was injured in the shelldeck accident in Turret # 3. Just wanted to pass along my heartfelt thanks to those shipmates who were instrumental in saving my life; all my buddies in # 3 who came to my immediate aid to the ships doctor Dr. Denby and my crewmates who gave blood. Hope to see many of you this coming Sept. at the reunion at the ship so that I can thank each and every one of you in person.

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Job well done

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I love reading any information about my old ship. I put her in commission and left her in Tokyo. I was in the 5th and ss div. Anyone that remembers me please let me hear from you. I think the New Jersey deck log is a great way of keeping in contact with our old buddies and news about our ship.

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One more name of the guys I served with ,and would really like to get in touch with, Bob Smith he came from New Jersey . One regret I have is that when I left the ship I didn't get addresses of the guys I served with from 54/55/56/ S-3 DIV. Fifty years sure makes a difference how we look at this ole world....     10 Hollow Tree Ct.,  Hamilton, Ohio  45013.

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Navy Postal Clerk in the New Jersey 1967 to 1969, I still think about all you shipmates. Hi X Div.

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This deck log is blessing, I am sure a lot of vets feel as I do. I would like to hear from any of the guys from the s-3 Div 54/55/56/ JIM FARRELL , HAROLD POWERS , DON MILLER, JOE TUMINELLO , ART DOWNS , ANDY LAUDANO , ROMANO MATTRELLA , EMILLO DIPENTIMA , OLIVER DOWNES, HARRY CLINE HOWARD NEWHOUSE , HECTOR MARCANO, the list could go on but at any rate any of you guys give me a shout ....

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1967-68-69 6th Div. Coxwain/Captn's Gig. Today, I received a late Christmas present in the form of a phone call from the former C. O., Capt. J. Edward Snyder, now retired Admiral. Thank you Admiral, you have made my year.....

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I was in the RI division as a IC3. I was on the ship in 68 and 69. Is there anyone that knew me?

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MY BROTHER JAMES D CLARK CS1 SERVED ABOARD HER IN WWII.   I CAME ABOARD TO SEE HIM IN I946.  I WAS A GREEN RECRUIT AT THE TIME AND SCARED TO DEATH WHEN I WALKED UP THE GANGWAY. THE OOD GAVE ME PERMISSION TO BOARD AND PASSED THE WORD FOR MY BROTHER TO LAY UP TO THE QUARTER DECK.  HE SHOWED ME THE GALLEY AND MESSING SPACES.  I RETIRED FROM THE NAVY IN I966. I HAVE HIS PICTURE OF THE SHIP HANGING ALONG SIDE OF MINE.

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I JUST WANTED TO PASS ON SOME GOOD NEWS FOR A GOOD FRIEND OF MINE . His name is John Thyen and a few days ago he was the proud grandpa of 4 little swabs , AVA, SETH, EMMA AND LUKE. ALL ARE DOING FINE..... If you have the time give this old salt a holler -  jthyen-6617@aol.com 

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Served on the Battleship from Dec '83 to Jan '86. Reported on board as a BM1 and started out in 1st Div. with BM1 Edwards and BM2 Jimmy Hann. We played guitars and songs like, "New Jersey lighters, tee shirts and caps." In '84 made BMC. BMC Anderson was my sponsor. :) Was moved to 4th div as LCPO. 4th Div was a good division. Good bunch. As was 1st Division. Will never forget my tour of duty on her. She was and still is a great ship. Hope to hear from former shipmates who may remember me.

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Served aboard the Big "J" from May 83 to Nov 87. Best tour of duty I had. I would like to hear from anyone that served in Medical during this time. I would also like to find FC2 Bryce Peppard. If anyone knows his whereabouts, please contact me.

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My father, Glenn Thomas Estep, was a cook on the USS New Jersey during the 1960's. If there is someone that remembers him, and possibly have pictures from the Navy scrapbooks, please contact me at riroc2002@aol.com . Any pictures will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Sincerely, Randall E. Estep

 

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Former crew member 1954 till Decommision day in Bayonne NJ 1957 R Division

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In my 30 year career I have served on many ships, I.e., DDE, DD, CVS, AO, AV, AFS, and BB-62. I served aboard the worlds most decorated, and only commissioned battle ship, from 1967-1969 through decommissioning. I was LPO, BT1 in number 4 fire room. The New Jersey was, is, and will always be what Firepower For Freedom stands for. I hope to see some of my shipmates at the 2002 reunion.

God Bless and Merry Christmas

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Crewmember 1984-1988

 

 

 

 
   
     
     
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