NICK'S NAVY NOTES

AHOY MATES and LANDLUBBERS!!

Check out the hundreds of entries in my old Jason/Falgout guestbook! Chances are good that you'll find that some of your shipmates have already logged in here. Fair winds and following seas to all.

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705  Date: 2007-09-25 23:43:11
Jim Blanchard ( fndh90a@gte.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hey Nick and All Falgout Alumni...
Have you seen the info on Wilhoite DER 397 ?
Search- SA KY RIVER VICTORY or SKUNK ALPHA
It's an interesting read.
Jim Blanchard B-2 Snipe

704  Date: 2007-09-24 17:52:06
Mike Gray HTC USN Ret. ( oldsquid48@verizon.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hello Nick and shipmates, been awhile since I dropped in. Just checking out the new stuff since my last visit. Was onboard the Jolly "J" from Sept. 1986 until Jan. 1992. Was the LPO, then Shop Supervisor of the Pipe Shop. Made HTC in 1990, and moved to the Planning Office. Also was member of the Argonauts, and then Jason's softball team when they combined. Won the San Diego Naval Station Championship one year even! Have alot of great memories of the ship, and of some of the guys and gals that I served with. Keep up the great job Nick,you're the one that helps to keep those memories going! I've gotten a new e-mail address since my last visit, so any old shipmates that want to contact me can e-mail me there. All take care, and have a great Jolly "J" day!
Mike

703  Date: 2007-09-24 03:05:44
Tom Oliver ( falgout324@gmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

Any falgouteers out there. Served on Falgout Jan. 65 to Nov. 67.

702  Date: 2007-09-20 21:41:12
Coghlan ( ccoghlan@comcst.net / no homepage) wrote:

Nick- I located the Jason collision pictures and scanned them. Will get them on the site Friday or this weekend I hope. Still have to scan the newspaper article. Not having any luck, may have to try Kinko's instead.

Later, Cec

701  Date: 2007-09-20 11:22:34
Stan Stainbrook ( stanandsandy@hughes.net / no homepage) wrote:

Anybody around from the '70's???

700  Date: 2007-09-17 23:56:09
Coghlan ( ccoghlan@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Well never claimed to be ontime, but finally read All 70 posts...Great site Nick!!
I must say it was some interesting reading for sure. Everything from a History lesson to family members looking for loved one's... Sure touch this old salts heart to say the least... I will also have a Military.com e-mail address soon.

FYI- I dropped Clyde a message in search of who is hosting the next reunion and when/where. Hope to hear back soon. Check back more often then 5-7 yrs.

Later, HTC(R) Cec

699  Date: 2007-09-12 00:22:40
Coghlan ( ccoghlan@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Good to hear from some of my old shipmates,enjoyed teh photos too. Served from 1985-1987 (Maint. Shop) Served 10 active and HYT Retirement after 14 yrs. USNR...

Later, HTC(R) Coghlan

698  Date: 2007-09-05 23:55:39
Monte Belote EN ( monte_4012@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I have read alot of messages and recognize alot of names.I remember a few of you personally. I served in 86-87 and was there during the collision. I would like some photoes right after the collision also. Please remit yo my e-mail thanks. Also i am looking for any of the D&D crew. Pete Britton especially. Or even the girl I named buns. You all have a good time and Hit 21 knots again.

697  Date: 2007-09-05 23:33:03
Monte Belote ( monte_4012@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hi. I was there when the Will-ram-it hit us.

696  Date: 2007-08-23 15:31:34
John Mc Dowell ( mcdowell@scripps.edu / no homepage) wrote:

Hi All. I was on the Jason 64'to68'SFP3. Worked in the Pipe shop,Shipfitter shop and The Sheetmetal shop.If any one knows how I can get a porthole from the Jason. Please E-Mail me. Thanks John. PS Thanks Nick for all the memories of the Jason and its crew

695  Date: 2007-08-20 23:30:56
MICHAEL HALL ( TWINCITY12@COX.NET / no homepage) wrote:

I AM LOOLING FOR SHIP MATES FRON USS JASON AR8 FROM 1974 AND 1975.

694  Date: 2007-08-18 22:57:37
Deborah Burr ( dyb1967@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

1985-1987 (HTFA - HT3)
Hello all. Been a few years but my, oh my...how fun it's been to look at the pictures and to share them with my children again. They are 18 (Kyra and getting ready to join the National Guard), 13 (Lissa) and 10 (Colin). As they get older, they understand and appreciate more and its just narccisistic of me (as I'm getting older too), but I like showing off and letting them get a glimpse of mom as more than just mom.

I've dug out some more pic's of the J and some crew shots and will scan them and get them off to you soon. I've heard from a few people over the years via military.com and I sure appreciate this site as it's a great link to keeping in touch.

TTFN,
Deb

693  Date: 2007-08-05 21:34:46
Doug ( aero48@springnet1.com / no homepage) wrote:

I really would have preferred that the Jason would have been sunk in an appropriate spot than being "recycled". I would like to encourage everyone that visits this website to scan their photos and negatives and send them to Nick. He has kept a most excellent website for the Jason. The website will not last forever.. Hopefully we can help to keep it going. She was a great ship that gave so many of us a new outlook on the world and experiences that can never be forgotten.

692  Date: 2007-08-02 20:25:55
JESSE SANTOS ( bluetequilaworm1@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

BROUGHT BACK SOME OF THE BEST MEMORIES OF MY LIFE!

691  Date: 2007-07-29 03:56:30
Harry (Joe) Quinn ( hjquinn@mchsi.com / no homepage) wrote:

The Falgout was my 1st ship, came aboard in early 1969 and we immediately endured a severe storm that lasted several days, finished a WestPac and helped decommission her later that year. I was promoted to Weapons Yeoman because I could type, thanks Mom. Would love to hear from my old pals. I am a probation/parole officer about ready to retire, living in Iowa

690  Date: 2007-07-29 03:52:12
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

Here are a couple of photos that show the Jason down in Brownsville, Texas at the ship scrapyard. She was a great ship with a great crew. Too bad that she's being reduced to scrap right now. It's a sad thing to see. She will soon be gone but never forgotten. At least not as long as I have my website.

The photos are courtesy of Doug Karr who was a BT on the "J" from 1966 to 1970. Many thanks Doug. Your contributions are greatly appreciated.

Click the thumbnails to see the full-sized photos.
689  Date: 2007-07-29 00:03:19
Doug Karr ( aero48@springnet1.com / no homepage) wrote:

I served aboard the Jason from August 1966 to April 1970. I was a BT and was BT2 when I left her. I was the Oil King when I left. I have accessed most of the websites regarding the Jason and it is hard to connect with my former shipmates. Perhaps someone will want to contact me. I have pictures that I can share with some of them. I am in contact with a nice fella at Marine Metals and am waiting for him to give me a price for a complete porthole from the Jason. When I left her I wanted to leave. Now I am remembering the good days.

Fair Winds and Following Seas to all that served aboard her.

688  Date: 2007-07-28 00:54:16
keith Throckmorton ( kandpthrock@embarqmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was a radioman on the Falgout from May 1963 to June 1965. I complated a 40 year law enforcement career and now enjoy the quiet life with my wife Patricia on the Albemarle Sound in Hertford, NC. Would enjoy hearing from shipmates.

687  Date: 2007-07-24 04:11:56
Robert Flores ( flores.r@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

OK guys. I have met a real cool guy names Roy Brandow, who was from New York State. Anyone Remember him from the last days of WWII. He was only 17 yrs old. Anyway, we just returned from New Orleans, LA and viewed the National WWII Museum. I could tell it brought back memories to Roy. Roy now lives in Florida and I live in Calif. I am a Retired California Army National Guard Member from 1971-1995. Anyways, are there any former pals of Roy who have found this site? If so, contact me. Thanks.

686  Date: 2007-07-23 15:26:03
Jonathan ( Rocky_Looking_For_Bullwinkle@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I loved serving on the USS Jason AR-8 not because females were onboard but it was just a great ship period.

685  Date: 2007-07-22 23:21:51
Ken Obre ( kenojr3828@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Just checking out for any Jason swabbies from 75-78.

684  Date: 2007-07-20 02:35:09
Carrie (Brace) Tidd ( earthmamathree@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hello,
My father, John W. Brace served on the USS Falgout in 1963 or 64 and is pictured in a couple of these photos. He is pictured and named in the group shot of the OI Division. He died very suddenly 23 years ago and is greatly missed still. I'm wondering if anyone reading this might remember him and have any more pictures of him they would forward to me or any stories or information about him they would care to offer. This web site is fantastic and has been a blessing for many people, I'm sure.
Thank you!

683  Date: 2007-07-11 02:00:05
steve shafer AG1 USN RET ( exwolf55@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was aboard DER 324 for only couple months in 1962. i was a weatherguesser with DESFLOT 5. i was with 4 DER's 61 to 63. i enjoyed my time the DER's i went to bigger ships latter but still liked the small ships best.
steve

682  Date: 2007-06-23 02:35:20
OTTO ( hvac_service_tech@comcast.net / http://hvac-talk.com) wrote:

Nick,

Just checking in. EB02 79-82....WOOT

681  Date: 2007-06-20 02:18:41
Tom Witts ( tom.witts@restorer.com / no homepage) wrote:

Great site... Thanks for putting it together. Brought back memories...good memories
Tom Witts
USS SAVAGE (DER=386)
1967-1969

680  Date: 2007-06-17 02:17:05
Susan Bradley (Worden) ( susanlynn266@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

USS Jason 10/89 - 4/93. DC2 in R Div. This is a great website - My first tour in the Navy and will always be my best! Still serving and now an MAC.

679  Date: 2007-06-11 17:58:31
John O'Brien ( jfob_3rd@lycos.com / no homepage) wrote:

Was an HT2 in the shipfitter's shop 11a from 1982-1983

Great site...Keep up the good work.

678  Date: 2007-06-11 14:30:12
John Brace ( jjlmbrace@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

1962-1964

677  Date: 2007-06-08 16:04:42
Michael Sturgeon ( msturgeon@insightbb.com / no homepage) wrote:

We had our first mini reunion at my house this past week. Ericka Yoder (Zallar), Billy Brown, and Rommy Woodley all attended. We had a great time remembering our stints (86-92ish) on the Jason and catching up with our lives since then. We are planning on doing it again next year. Let one of us know if you are interested. I submitted some more pics that we exchanged while meeting up. Hope to hear from some of you Deck Apes or whoever, Sturge.

676  Date: 2007-05-31 01:23:17
Jim Hopper ( jahopper@snohomish.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hi Nick: Just surfing thru. Haven't been in a while so wanted to see if there was any new Falgout info or pictures. Jim

675  Date: 2007-05-17 20:25:20
Chad Allman ( chadman0x0@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was on the USSJason from 1990 to 1993. i was in Div. R-5 and worked in the MIRCS lab.

674  Date: 2007-05-17 00:13:50
Ericka Zallar ( erikkayo@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hi Nick. I served on the Jason from 85-91 as THE BM. I've been checking out this website for years and wanted to thank you for giving me the opportuity to contact some of my old shipmates. Some of us are actually getting together in a few weeks for a mini 1st division reunion. We're hoping that we'll be able to get together annually. We'd love to expand our group but we're having difficulty locating people. Michael Holland, Beaker James,Pearson, Hochstettler, Barber, Whitten,Cusack, Anduha,Steve Quill, and the rest....WHERE ARE YOU GUYS? Contact me, Mike Sturgeon, or Luna.

673  Date: 2007-05-01 03:44:16
RICHARD L. MORRISON ( rlmdogman@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

I was ship's yeoman from March to December 1959.Would like to get in touch of anyone who was there at that time.

672  Date: 2007-04-12 04:34:32
Clifton Edward Garrett ( curlyloks_61@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Clifton Garrett died March 23,2007.He was on the USS Jason between 1948 to 1952.as a pharmacist mate. If anyone remembers him, I would like to here from you. sigh His Daughter

671  Date: 2007-04-05 13:36:41
Gene Sharp ( gensha@houston.rr.com / no homepage) wrote:

I am already in your database. Just browsing your great site again. Keep up the good work.
Gene Sharp, SH-1 USS Jason, Early 1949 to mid 1954

670  Date: 2007-03-30 20:09:30
Alfred "Gabe" Gabriel ( fredamy66@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Nick, I check in regularly to see this site. Great job! Sorry to hear of the Jason's fate but, have many great memories serving aboard her in R-3 Div 1962-1965. Still looking to connect with any mates from that era. Again, this is a great website. Keep up the good work!
Gabe

669  Date: 2007-03-30 13:11:27
Bob Kelly EN3 USS Falgout 324 64-67 ( no email / no homepage) wrote:

Am I missing something with this British patrol boat incident in Iraq/Iran waters? This has the looks of a setup. I don't ever remember being on Market Time patrols and sending out the board and search crew without being near by for backup support. We're not talking about Swift boats here with at least some armament on board, but inflatables with just handhelds! Looks more like they were searching Sanpans.

668  Date: 2007-03-21 21:51:59
Bob Massey ( bobmassey1@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

Served on the Jolly J from 1955-1959. ME2/SF1, Shipfitter and Sheetmetal Shops. Retired as LDO (Hull)Lt. in 1974. Also served on PRESTON DD795, KLONDIKE AR22,HENRICO APA 45 & PIEDMONT AD22. Shore stations include, NAVSTA PEARL, LANTRESFLT ORANGE TX, MINEFORCESUPPORT GROUP CHARLESTON SC, RECRUIT TRAINING COMMAND GREAT LAKES IL. AND ASSAULT CRAFT UNIT 1, SAN DIEGO. Now retired in Huntsville, Texas. Have 3 sons and 7 grandchildren. Hope to make one of the Jason reunions some day. I go every other year to the reunions of DD 795, my first ship. I consider the Jason the finest ship I was ever priviledged to serve on. The Repair Department I worked in during those four years was consistently the most talented repair force I ever say, and that includes most shipyards.

667  Date: 2007-03-18 01:51:57
otto ( hvac_service_tech@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

hey y'all snipes. Just doing some steaming and thought I'd say hello.

EB02 78-82

F'in OTTO

666  Date: 2007-03-17 13:37:11
Rey Seligbon ( siggy50@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

On the Jolly "J" from 92 'til decom "95"

665  Date: 2007-03-08 15:52:04
Joe Frietze ( friej53@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was on Falgout 1964 - 1965 left as EN3 worked in B3. Would like to hear from any one who was on at the same time. Pics bring back a lot of good memories. Nice web site thanks. Am located in Washingto Mo. close to St. Louis. Just had hip replacement so have a lot of time on my hands.
hope to hear frome some ship mates.
thanks Joe

664  Date: 2007-03-01 22:16:28
Doug ( aero48@springnet1.com / no homepage) wrote:

I sent an email to Marine Metal/Esco Marine in Brownsville Texas and asked for any pictures that they can provide of her. I have not heard from them as of yet. Too bad she couldn't be saved. If someone can supply some thinner oil than the #6 Black Oil that we used and a gas powered generator to get the electric fuel oil pump going in the after fireroom we would be able to make steam. About 20 "Snipes" would be needed and about 6 men to man the bridge. (They need a bit of sleep now and then.) We could then sneak her out from where she is now and find a port with some good liberty.. Those were the days....

663  Date: 2007-02-25 02:44:20
grant ( grantf@gol.com / http://www.shootersbarsasebo.com/home) wrote:

Hi, I am looking for pics of Sasebo back in the 60/70s for the website. I was with comservgru 3 when the Jason pulled in to replace the Ajax. thanks.

662  Date: 2007-02-18 14:03:03
Ed Forson ( fishin329@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I served on the Jason 66-69 in the Valve Shop and the Forward Engine Room Underway. Lost my 67 cruise book due to water damage and now don't have the names of all who was aboard. I don't see many MMs from that timeframe.

661  Date: 2007-02-18 00:29:59
Ms Stella ( adinkralove@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Ms Stella formally known as EN3 Peterson. Served on the Jason 1984-1988. Sending a shout out to anyone who served on the Jason at that time. I see a lot of familiar names but I need to dig out my cruise book to put a face with the name. Anyway, I didn't always feel it then but, I appreciate the experience and life lessons I learned during my tour of duty.

660  Date: 2007-02-11 15:24:26
Pamela Picher ( PatFanPam@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

My husband served on the USS Jason I believe 1970-1972. Just wanted to see if anyone remembered him. thanks

659  Date: 2007-02-06 17:02:04
Clyde Tracy ( ussjason@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hi Nick:

good to see your webpage going strong, My
web site has less and less visitors. I am
not concerned as many of my shipmates have
left us.

Hope this note finds you and yours in good
health and the best to you for the new year.

Healthwise doing ok, will celebrate our 60th
wedding aniversity. this year.

Gues you heard the Jason is on its way to
Texas tobe scrapped out.

No other news take care.

Clyde

658  Date: 2007-02-05 22:33:30
Doug ( aero48@springnet1.com / no homepage) wrote:

I hope that someone with a fast internet connection and a current satellite view can
locate the Jason as she is heading for Brownsville Texas to be scrapped. So may years in service to the Navy and our Country.. She served in WWII, The Korean War, VietNam and Desert Storm. She was the oldest ship in service when she was retired. I served 4 years aboard and will never forget that time of my life. Good times, bad times, good friends that I keep in touch with. Fair winds and following seas to the Jason and all of the sailors that served aboard her.

657  Date: 2007-02-02 00:46:59
Charlie Werner ( crwbz@earthlink.net / no homepage) wrote:

I followed up on Larry Drees info about the Jason going to the scrap yard and found out that as of today (2007/02/01) she is on the way to Marine Metals in Brownsville Texas and is west of the Panama Canal. Estimated arrival in Brownsville is about three weeks.

656  Date: 2007-01-30 20:46:09
John Sutton ( jsutton@sc.pima.gov / no homepage) wrote:

DER 393 reunion in Las Vegas, April 2-4, 2007

655  Date: 2007-01-27 16:43:53
Leonard Rattini ( lennyrats@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

served aboard the Jason 1953 to 1955. Left there as an EMC PO 2nd Class.

654  Date: 2007-01-20 23:00:16
Donald Williams ( dave30w@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Jason 1964 t0 68 Machinest mat 5

653  Date: 2007-01-20 21:10:53
Buster Prine ( blprine42@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Nice site you have here I was on the Jason with David " OTTO" Weddell and Dan Hagg during 1979- 1981 , WOW some good times there .
I have a new place tl play now....
THANKS NICK & Thanks Otto for this site..

652  Date: 2007-01-20 03:43:18
David "OTTO" Weddell ( hvac_service_tech@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Larry, that's sad news indeed. I always hoped the Navy would realize what a valuable resource she can be to the fleet and recommission her. I'd re-enlist for one more cruise, maybe just a 4 week, not 6 months!

Talked with an old shipmate today, been 25 years. Ain't it funny how time slips away.

651  Date: 2007-01-18 21:58:56
Larry Drees ( jldrees@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Although I tried to obtain information concerning location of Jason's hull cleaning in the S.F. Bay area to take final pictures, I learned today from MARAD that Jason has departed the Reserve Fleet in Benicia and is headed to Marine Metals in Brownsville, TX for scrapping. Hopefully someone in that area might take some pictures.

650  Date: 2007-01-17 17:34:15
La Vern Leftwich ( pappys@siouxvalley.net / no homepage) wrote:

I was A boilerman BT3 on the falgoug 57-58. looking for old shipmates that remember me. Great web site.

649  Date: 2007-01-04 23:17:57
Allan Dutch ( allan.dutch@gmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

My father Allan Dutch (same name) was too a Plank Owner. I have a picture of him being decorated by

648  Date: 2007-01-04 23:16:47
Allan Dutch ( allan.dutch@gmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

Capt. Bergeson with Navy & MC Medal Commission day and got him on board at Decommissioning 52 yrs later. He was on the entire "Road to Tokyo" all 18 months - Ulithi, Solomons, Jinsen etc.

647  Date: 2007-01-01 19:12:01
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

Well, shipmates, 2006 is now history and we have a brand new year to look forward to. My sincere wish is that 2007 will be a happy and prosperous year for all Jason and Falgout sailors and their families.

Ring out the old, ring in the new,
Ring, happy bells, across the snow:
The year is going, let him go;
Ring out the false, ring in the true.
~Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1850

646  Date: 2006-12-26 22:15:41
David "OTTO" Weddell ( hvac_service_tech@comcast.net / http://www.hvac-talk.com) wrote:

Merry Christmas to all the old fellow shipmates here. Sad to read about her final passage. She served well as did all those who served on her. Fair winds and following seas.

OTTO

645  Date: 2006-12-20 15:41:05
Ned Gurule ( gurulerg@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Merry Christmas to all who sailed on the Falgout (and the Jason). Hope everyone has a great and safe Holiday season.

644  Date: 2006-12-19 00:33:57
Jim Blanchard ( fndh90a@gte.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hey all you old salts... Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all... Spent many Christmas's at sea and a few in port.I'd rather be home any time...
Good luck to all... Jim Blanchard (Falgout Snipe)

643  Date: 2006-12-16 15:54:08
Gerald Turner ( g_turner@iquest.net / no homepage) wrote:

I served on the Jason from 1977 to 1979.
M & R division

642  Date: 2006-12-12 00:52:45
Mike Young ( myoung49@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

U S Navy BT2 67-71

641  Date: 2006-12-11 15:39:38
Jim McGowan ( jim@rhinoproducts.com / http://www.rhinoproducts.com) wrote:

Nice site. I served aboard the USS Falgout as a RM1 from early 1965 to 1966 on its first RVN tour. Any RM should remember "NAVCOMMSTA FALGOUT" with its Orestes ship-to-shore circut. I am working on a book based on my 20-years and would love to hear from some of my shipmates from that period.

640  Date: 2006-11-29 05:24:05
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

Let me add to Larry's sad news about the Jason. If any Jason sailor wants to read the press release announcing the news, go to http://www.marad.dot.gov/ and click on "Headlines: Five more ships to leave MARAD Reserve Fleet Sites". The news saddens me but I guess that it was inevitable that she was going to have to go to the scrap heap sooner or later. She will soon be gone but not forgotten. At least not as long as I have my website.

639  Date: 2006-11-27 20:19:20
Larry Drees ( jldrees@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

I just read in our local paper, the West County Times, that the Jason will be removed from the reserve fleet, have its hull cleaned in Richmond or Alameda and then sent to Texas for scrapping. I will attempt to find the location and time of hull cleaning in the hopes of taking some final pictures before she leaves the area. Sounds like it is the end of the line for one fine "old lady."
I served on the Jason in 1958 as an ETR3 in R4 Division.

638  Date: 2006-11-24 08:04:50
SAFC Brandon Lefforge ( ghost_rider-illusion@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

hello
i just wanted to say that my grandfather was on the uss jason in 1959 and was wondering if you knew a SNET Jack Frost

637  Date: 2006-11-14 16:33:16
Steve "Duke" Ducharme HT2 ( Steve_Duke2002@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Served on the Jason from 1978 thru 1981. Thanks for the memories! (MostGood..) Duke

636  Date: 2006-11-05 22:03:00
Ronald Gomez ( irogsinta@hotmail.com / http://www.yourbahay.com) wrote:

Thanks for putting up this site. I've always wanted to find some photos of the Jason after the collision with the Willamette so that my wife and others could better appreciate this moment in history that I was a part of. I was onboard from 1984 to 1990 first as a non-designated hole snipe but later on as an MR working in the machine shop. This site brings back a lot of memories. I have 2 regrets with my time here. Not owning a camera and not ordering all the Westpac cruise books I had a chance to (I think I only have a couple). I must say looking at the Jason in mothballs does bring about feelings of melancholy. I agree with the others here that it would be nice to be able to walk her decks again.

635  Date: 2006-10-31 08:27:04
DL Cummings USS nicholas DD449 ( peacock102@msn.com / no homepage) wrote:

any one who served on USS Falgout in 1962 should contact VA ,you may have been exposed to radiation at xmas & johnston island ATOMIC BOMB TEST:if you have any cancer are related illness, You are intittled to medical and compensation..... Atomic vet DL Cummings

634  Date: 2006-10-24 00:55:27
Dorsie Anderson ( dorsiea@netscape.net / no homepage) wrote:

Nice Site!
SK2 Dorsie Anderson
USS Jason 1993-Decom
Aft Storerooms Supervisor

633  Date: 2006-10-23 12:38:02
Regina Parks ( RJacobs2812@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hey fellow Jason shipmates Regina here I served on the JOLLY J from 1984-1988 as a cook (yes I was the one that served those great omelets in the morning lol). Great to know that the Jason will not be forgotten.

632  Date: 2006-10-06 07:08:43
ARIEL LUNA JR ( www.lunawelder@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

searching for old navy buddies to get in touch with, served on uss jason from oct.88thrusept.92 I was BM2 LUNA from 1st. division

631  Date: 2006-10-02 02:45:57
Jim Blanchard ( fndh90a@verizon.net / no homepage) wrote:

To Ned's Grandson Vince....Well kid, You would do well to listen to that Salty, Crusty Sailor you call Grandpa... He was a good guy back when I knew him aboard the USS Falgout. We used to have a lot of good times back then. I still keep in touch with Ned... Never did see him surf tho... musta been those "Beach Boy" songs he used to hum... Wish him a happy retirment for me... Jim Blanchard (B2 Snipe)

630  Date: 2006-09-29 05:19:39
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

Hello Vince. I knew your grandpa Ned very well when we were both on the Falgout in the mid 1960s. As a matter of fact, we've exchanged some e-mails in the last few years and he sends me a lot of funny stuff. He and I, Larry Sterner, Jim Blanchard and a couple other guys used to sing doo wop songs down in the engineroom all the time. That was great fun for us. Ned was a good Falgout friend and we sure had a lot of laughs back in the day. Tell that old dude that I retired 12 years ago and if he enjoys his retirement only half as much as I've enjoyed mine, he'll be a very happy man. Be sure to give him my best next time you see him, ok?

629  Date: 2006-09-27 18:44:53
Vince Gurule ( no email / no homepage) wrote:

My grandpa served on your ship the Falgout in the early sixties. His buddies use to call him serfer. His name was Ned. He is going to retire on the first of October when he turns 60. (the old fart) I really love my grandpa, he tells me silly stories about his ship pals and he still sings them old songs. It would be nice to see if his friends still remember him.
Thanks a lot, Scooter

628  Date: 2006-09-25 23:21:08
Jonathan Myers ( Rocky_Looking_For_Bullwinkle@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

served onboard the USS Jason AR-8 from 1989 til nov. 1993 i wold like to know if anyone knows how to get in touch with a female i served onboard with her name was Lorraine v.m. Schucht she was from Waianae,Hi and i would like to get in touch with her and catch up on missed times. Thanks jon Myers

627  Date: 2006-09-03 13:23:27
Robert Debski ( thepauperman@msn.com / http://bdebski.homestead.com/ltd.html) wrote:

Forti-five months aboard the "Bacha Hatchi Maru"
and I ask myself what did I do? The experience was all but washed away until I visited Nick's website today...
After pouring through all the guestbook entries,
I feel as though I've relived a century.
Thanks Nick, for reminding me how many men served our great nation, and a few who were destroyed by 'protocol'. I remember the WESPAC of '71-'72 and the demise of Captain Rex Gygax. I imagine there may be a few whispers of that era and what transpired ... something not so fondly thought of .... Anyone out there who remembers who replaced the afore-mentioned Captain, please contact me at the given address. Best of luck to all at the 2007 reunion and to those who may remember the life and times spent in the foundry.

626  Date: 2006-08-31 01:48:50
Earl Lee ( erlee33@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was on board the Jason from 51-53.
BM3 Deck Div. Knew Jim Sexton and Harry
Spedding. Would like to hear from anyone
during that time.

625  Date: 2006-08-25 01:49:01
IM2 Patrick Claflin ( sr.claflin@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

hey fellow swobs i was aboard the jolly J from 78-80 my buds and me were in the insterment shop/mirchs lab on the boat deck just aft the signal bridge we were in the R-5 div. but we'er close friends with R-4 and just about everone. i made one west pac.and spent most of it in PI man we were all lucky to live through that.anyway would love to here from some of the old buds.i've run across some over the years however guys like JJ, Sullie, Roblis, (the cook)we sure had some great times sr.claflin@hotmail.com

624  Date: 2006-08-24 13:10:51
Jeff Falgout ( cajun3@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

I am looking for anything with the USS Falgout on it. Lighters, caps, shirts, patches, etc.
The USS Falgout was named after my uncle, George Falgout and I am collecting what ever I can find to past down to my son and the Falgout family.
Please drop me a line if you can help.
Thank You!

623  Date: 2006-08-15 01:32:23
John Juarez ( jjuarez@meco.com / no homepage) wrote:

Onboard the "J" from '83-86. Worked in the weld shop 26-A. Looking for Joey Clark and Kelly Boyle from the carpenter shop. Anyone know the whereabouts of Tammy Salada or Hank Larson or Jim Bradbury all from 56-A? Married the former Connie Harrison. We are still married with 4 kids. Love to here from you all.

622  Date: 2006-08-13 07:26:28
bob wyatt ( no email / no homepage) wrote:

uss jason ar-8 77-81 The only girl that I really remember onboard was Kelly Jenkins

621  Date: 2006-08-06 17:14:54
wilbur martin (DAD) mason ( pattyanns@iquest.net / no homepage) wrote:

My dad served and I have been through the boat. I have a book on it. If anyone knew my dad and has any pictures or stories, (from the dates of 1944 till 1945) please contact me at my email above. I was a small child, aged 4 -7, and I can still remember this ship.

620  Date: 2006-08-04 14:39:08
Bob Ceelen MRCS USN Ret. ( dreamalaskanow@yahoo.com / http://www.seward.net/kayakcamp) wrote:

Any old Chiefs from the J still alive drop me a line at dreamalaskanow@yahoo.com Especially if you are coming up to Alaska.

619  Date: 2006-08-01 10:39:18
William Rich DCC (sw) ( bckaraoke@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

From me to, at the time, HT3 Burr, I just read your post you made about the Cheng telling you "to sit, you're a girl", I remember the collision with the Willamette very well and after all these years that have past, I want to give you a Brazo Zulu on the actions and assistance you rendered during that terrible incident...thnx Deb :)

618  Date: 2006-08-01 09:41:38
William C. Rich DCC(sw) ret ( bckaraoke@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hi there to my former shipmates. Sure am happy to see a site devoted to the Jason. Hopefully I can meet up with a few of my former friends and make many more. I served onboard Jason from 83-88 as Ships Fire Marshal, and also ran ER09..I will never forget the very first person I met when I checked onboard...That was HT3 Janet Singer...Hope to one day find out where she is at.

617  Date: 2006-07-21 16:01:28
Maria Augustino (RP3) ( redpixie33@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Nick, Great Job!!!
Thanks for the great web site! It's cool to see that other people still go down memory lane like I do!

I was on the JASON from '86 to '88 and worked in the Chaplain's Division (RP3). From time to time, I still pull out my cruise book from West Pac 87 and laugh. They are some of the best memories I carry througout my life.

If anyone out there from the 86-88 era remembers me, drop me a line. Would love to hear where life took you!

Safe Journey!
Maria

616  Date: 2006-07-20 05:10:52
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

Bill, I was more than happy to create a page announcing the 2007 reunion. Jason sailors always look out for each other! If there's anything you want me to add to the page, please let me know.

As for getting me a raise, you'll have to talk to me cuz I'm the boss and only employee here, ha ha.

Smooth sailing to you and Ev always.

Nick Napzok
USS Jason AR-8
12/1964 to 9/1965
http://www.mrnapo.com

615  Date: 2006-07-18 18:42:24
bill stansberry ( sssl@joplin.com / no homepage) wrote:

nick
its me again i forgot something. a sr moment i guess. at the 2005 reunion in branson we were presented a compass from the jason. the veterans center at branson did not want it. it is now on display in the mueseum in joplin, mo.
thanks again
bill

614  Date: 2006-07-18 18:34:18
bill stansberry ( sssl@joplin.com / no homepage) wrote:

nick
i really appreciate uou posting the reunion on your websight. i really hope we have agood turnout as everybody has really enjoyed the previous reunions at branson. the people of branson make veterans feel appreciated. kudos on your posting
who do i talk to about getting you a raise.
thanks
bill stansberry htc ret

613  Date: 2006-07-17 18:01:27
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

Ahoy, fellow Jason sailors! The next Jason reunion is scheduled for June 2007. You can get all the details about it at my website at:

http://www.mrnapo.com

The reunion link is on the left side of the home page. Hope to see you all at the reunion.

Fair winds and following seas to all of my fellow Jason sailors, the best damn sailors who ever sailed the high seas!

Nick Napzok
USS Jason AR-8
12/1964 to 9/1965
http://www.mrnapo.com

612  Date: 2006-06-25 17:34:16
Gary Stires BT3 ( Gtirea@msn.com / no homepage) wrote:

On the Jason 1970 to 72 looking for Bob Wright BT3

611  Date: 2006-06-12 01:17:12
Randy ( randypontow@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Nice site. I was on the USS Kitty Hawk and USS Hoel DDG13 and did my share of liberty in Subic. I also remember the Jason.

610  Date: 2006-06-06 18:27:13
janet ( ldanyluk@cox.net / no homepage) wrote:

my dad served on the uss jason during world war II. he was a welder. His name is Sydney Grant. Or he might have gone by u.s. grant.Does anyone out there know of him or the history of the USS Jason during that time.

609  Date: 2006-05-29 14:31:48
Scottie Williams ( txtboot@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

It seems that time has taken it's toll on my memory. I to, served on the Jason. She was ComServRon One, if I remember right. And, sister to the Klondike.
The way I remember her most is, we were off the coast of Long Beach, CA., unloading her ammo dump and preparing her to go into drydock for maintenance, when news came out about finding Marlyn Monroe dead. I think that was in 1962 ??
I know today (memorial day 2006)it was a great honor to serve onboard her.
May God Bless and rest her servents.
Scottie.........

608  Date: 2006-05-11 20:09:02
Steve Hawley ( hawley@foxinternet.com / no homepage) wrote:

Great site. Proud to have served on the Jason from July 1970-June 1972. Was an EN2 who worked on the boat deck. Would love to hear from anyone who was on the Jason during that time.

607  Date: 2006-05-09 03:26:20
Rex Rodriguez ( mrxrod13@yahoo.com / http://dogpile.com) wrote:

on board Jason 79-81. worked in engraving shop, gallery and main machine shops. would like tofind or hear from Tom Kolb, Roy Payton, Mark Maupin, Phil Fagundies, Arther Gay, Lou Bekolze,Eddie Chavez,gotta find my cruz books for more names good times on the high seas, best people ever

606  Date: 2006-04-30 11:26:11
Ronnie G. Ivy Jr. ( theivyhome@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hey shipmates. I was aboard the Jason 89-92. Worked in r-4 div. was an et2. I guess middle age has me curious about old friends and shipmates. If ya know me or owe me drop me a line.

605  Date: 2006-04-24 04:49:08
OM1 Rickey Wicks ( ricktrick@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

OM1 onboard 1992 until decom. Look at the suisun pic and tell me you cannot tell the jason!!!

604  Date: 2006-03-27 03:01:06
Keith Throckmorton ( kandpthrock@earthlink.net / no homepage) wrote:

I was a radioman on Falgout from May 63 to Jun 65.

A couple of us are trying to locate or find out the location initials of a YN named Broussard from Louisana. He was aboard during that period. Please let me know if you have any information on him.

603  Date: 2006-03-10 03:11:30
Rob Cochran ( x2grit@fltg.net / no homepage) wrote:

Just an update on my email. Drop a line if you get a chance. I did register with the US Navy Memorial as Charles Cain below suggested and saw some names I haven't seen in a long time nor have I seen them here. Thanks for the great site, Nick.

602  Date: 2006-03-10 02:17:54
Keith Throckmorton ( kandpthrock@earthlink.net / no homepage) wrote:

Served as radioman on Falgout from May 63 to June 65. Retired from 40 year law enforcement carreer. 35 years with Fairfax County Virginia Police. Live on Albemarle Sound in Hertford NC with wife Patricia. Would enjoy hearing from shipmates.

601  Date: 2006-03-05 21:55:17
Stan Rokusek ( StanleyR@Baylorhealthcare.edu / no homepage) wrote:

Served aboard Jason from 9-68 to June 25, 1972. BM2, worked in the Sail Locker. Worked with BM1 Chris Herold,BM2 Rick Lowe. Two good shipmates: Larry Myers and Ray Calloway. We all went to boot camp in San Diego, Company 451. Don't see too many on the web site from this era. Hope to hear from y'all.

600  Date: 2006-02-12 00:28:38
Charles Cain ( Cainraa@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

To all Sailors who read this I want to invite you to log on and sign up to add you name to the new U S Navy Memorial in Wash DC,until July of 2006 the the normal $50 fee to add your name and picture is waived. FREE. So go on the Internet to Navy Memorial and sign up or sign up your loved one. I put mine in last year and paid the fee. Check it out.

Charles Cain

599  Date: 2006-02-04 04:04:40
Robert Wolfe ( katiesboy5@mchsi.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hey Mate I was a BT'3 on the Indy CV-62 nice site

598  Date: 2006-01-30 17:29:53
dee davis ( dee.davis@navy.mil / no homepage) wrote:

A friend of mine's Dad passed away and left a scrapebook of USS JASON memoribilia. He was stationed on her in WW II and I was wondering if there was some kind of museum that would like these items. Thank you

597  Date: 2006-01-24 03:29:11
Emily ( The_sailors_girl@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

this website is amazing! thank you so much for everything you have done. my brother was in the navy and he unfortuneally pased away two years ago. now my soon to be husband is in the navy and i like the fact that their are websites made by people that have been in the usn thank you very much for all you have done and all that you contiune to do

596  Date: 2006-01-22 18:33:05
Rex & Kim Martin ( pacblueking@tc3net.com / no homepage) wrote:

Great website! We have had fun reminiscing! If there are any other reunion plans, please drop us a line. Any shipmates that are in the SE Michigan or Northern Ohio areas and want to visit, drop us a line, too.

595  Date: 2006-01-22 18:30:07
Rex Martin ( pacblueking@tc3net.com / no homepage) wrote:

Living in Michigan with kids and grandkids all around. Retired in 97. Still married to Kim and enjoying life!!! Just started flying kites with my youngest son a couple of years ago for those who remember. Drop a line!

594  Date: 2006-01-22 18:05:46
Kim (Hammerstein) Martin ( pacbluequeen@msn.com / no homepage) wrote:

My husband, Rex, and I served on the Jason in the 80's and early 90's. We are looking for any photos from that era since we lost ours in moving across country. If you have any, please contact us! Also, drop a line and just say "hello".

593  Date: 2006-01-20 16:03:23
Bob Wyatt ( Zabarr06@ncwebsurfer.com / no homepage) wrote:

Lagging shop/sheetmetal shop "78-81" Dept.11A
Aboard the USS JASON AR-8. I got out in
Diego Garcia "81" Westpac. I'll never forget
all the great times and cruises [Alcapuco,San
Fransico, 2 westpacs. Nice job nick on this
awsome website.

592  Date: 2006-01-01 19:31:42
Nick Napzok ( sailorboy@pacbell.net / http://www.mrnapo.com) wrote:

To all of my fellow Jason and Falgout sailors and to everyone else visiting my website:

I wish a happy and prosperous New Year of 2006 for all of you. Cheers!

591  Date: 2005-12-24 22:02:39
David A Weddell ( oldsnipe420@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Otto here wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

590  Date: 2005-12-23 20:01:36
Tom Backhoff ( tojoback@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

Ran across your page the other day. Brought back some memories. Serverd aboard the Jason in 1965 thru 1967. Worked in sickbay as lab tech, x-ray tech, sick call and anything Chief Laylor wanted done.

589  Date: 2005-12-20 22:56:54
Gurule ( gurulerg@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Got the lighter, anyone know if there is a Falgout ball cap out there?
Merry Christmas to all the old Falgout sailors, and also to the crew of the Jason.
Ned "Surfer" Gurule

588  Date: 2005-12-08 22:13:55
Jim McNamara, Jr. ( jrmac00@juno.com / no homepage) wrote:

My Dad (Jim Sr.)was on the Jason from around 1950-1954.
He was an MR3 I believe. His brother Pat was also on the Jason at the same time and he was an MR as well.
He used to tell stories about going ashore in Yokuska and Sasebo and I could tell he really enjoyed himself and had many good memories of his shipmates.
Unfortunately my dad passed away exactly four years ago. My uncle Pat is still with us and living in Bakersfield, CA.
I would enjoy hearing from their old shipmates.
Sincerely,
Jim McNamara, Jr.
USN 1972-1976
Camarillo, CA

587  Date: 2005-12-08 07:56:30
Dale KLempke ( birddsk@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

Loved the site saw a few fimiliar names. I served in D2 from 91-93 would like to talk to anyone from that time period please e-mail me.

586  Date: 2005-11-28 19:13:08
John O'Brien ( jfob_3rd@lycos.com / no homepage) wrote:

Good site, served as an HT2 from 82 thru 83

585  Date: 2005-11-21 18:59:53
Norris Long ( nlong_wvmr@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Howdy,

Just surfin' on our homepage and thought I'd say hello. I spent 3 years on the USS Hector (AR-7) 1966-1969, in the Pipe Shop of R-1 Division as SFM2. Great job! I send my hello's to all the crewmates of our sister ship, USS Jason.

584  Date: 2005-11-18 20:10:37
Jeff Falgout ( cajun3@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Just wonted to say I enjoyed visiting your site. My uncle was George Irvin Falgout and was great to see pictures of the ship and the history she left behind. My father, who attended the launching in 1943, passed away in 2002 but I know he would have enjoyed seeing your site as well.
Thank You for keeping the USS FALGOUT alive and all the great people that served her.
Jeff Falgout

583  Date: 2005-11-17 17:36:18
Charles Cain ( no email / no homepage) wrote:

A continuation of the list of plankowners for the Chance of Command ceremony for LCDR A F Norwood on 11 February 1957 follows:

R V MAYCLIN SN
E T MCATEER RD3
J L MCCLELLAND FN
G L MESICK QM3
G W METTLER EN2
H L MILLER EN1
J R MOORE SN
D L PECK RD3
A N PIIPPO EN1
E E RANDALL FN
R E RICH CS3
R M SANDERS EN3
N M SENECAL TM1
J L SMITH SN
L T SMITH SO3
R L SMITH SN
D E SULLIVAN RD3
A M THOMPSON GM2
S(n) TUCKER IC2
R D WIELAND SN
W M WINN SO3
R C WINTERS DC3
G A WOODRING SH1

Thanks, as I hope this lists will enable many to recognize themselves and perhaps plan a reunion for the " SEATTLE" Sailors.

582  Date: 2005-11-17 16:54:55
Charles R Cain ( cainraa@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Nike I want to share with your audience the roster of the onboard PLANK OWNERS for the first Change of Command ceremony after the Falgout had been put back into commission. Iwould hope that Cdr Smiley, LCDR Wysocki or Chief Arman sees this and would be able to provide the complete Plankowners list.Anyone can reach me at the listed E-Mail address.

CDR W P SMILEY
LT WJ WYSOCHI
LTJG J L NIKLAUS

N T ARMAND YN1 E O MAAS RD3
D C BAGLEY ET2 C J MARTIN RD1
H B BARGER RD2 G E MATHEWS GM3
R V
MAYCLIN SN

J F BARLOWJR EN3
D L BROWN EN2
O C BROWN SK3
C R CAIN RD2
J H CARSTENS QM3
J E CATE RD3
E E CHASTEEN SO1
J W COLLIS ETN3
V A CONRAD FN
T G COPELAND SN
J E CRITTENTON EN1
F D EVANS SN
R E FUNDERBURK SN
R L GREGG ET3
R D HEISERMAN SN
F E HELD SHL3
J M HESS RD3
F A HICKS HMC
C W HOLDER CS3
R J JOHNSON SK3
J M KLOPSTAD EMP3
M A KNIGHTON ENC
L R LARREMORE GM2
A A LASHLEY GM3
R J LYDON QM3

581  Date: 2005-11-17 05:08:06
HT2 Ronnie Smith ( bevo_hookemhorns@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

I served aboard the U.S.S. Jason AR-8 from April 19,1989 to Aug. 3,1992. I would love to here from any one who served aboard her at that time.

580  Date: 2005-11-15 20:09:21
charles cain ( cainraa@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

It was very interesting to read the various comments. I would ask that you mention the availability of the US Navy Memorial in Washington where former shipmate can enter his name on the Log for a one time fee of $25. For an additional $25 a picture can be added.The picture if taken during the time of service aboard the ship would be of tremendous aid in bringing back the memories. As an example you can log on and check my entry.
I served aboard the USS Falgout from May 55 to May 58 as a Radarman

Thanks
Charles Cain

579  Date: 2005-11-14 22:28:25
Shuman DC2 ( powderkeg@outdrs.net / no homepage) wrote:

Have no connection to the Jason AR8 other than the fact that I served aboard AR7 the Hector from 1/63 to 7/64.

578  Date: 2005-11-11 09:20:12
LT Chuck Ross ( charlesross432@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hello Falgouteers 1958-60: Let me hear from any old shipmates out there.

577  Date: 2005-10-27 15:55:50
Ron Davis (Big Dave) ( patsgold1@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Good morning to all. Haven't checked in for sometime!! Sailed on the Jolly "J" during 1956/58. Thanks nick for a great web page. I've located several old shipmates and was able to visit a few. Brings back a lot!!! Keep up the great job Nick and I'd enjoying hearing from any old Jason hands. If anyone would like a great picture of her (ARH-1) contact me...........

576  Date: 2005-09-21 22:33:13
engineman ray ( casinoraymond@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was an EN3 aboard the USS Kretchmer Der 329 from 1957-1959.anyone from the Kretch during that time send me an E mail would love to hear from you.anyone there when we went to Gitmo.LeHarve France,London,Holland.Good memories with the best crew and officers.

575  Date: 2005-09-15 02:55:43
Sonji (DEAL) mASON ( som_1226@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

I was aboard the Jason in 93-94. Only a short time but I do remember alot af good people, so if you remember me please email me.

574  Date: 2005-09-03 08:57:04
Lou Bock ( bocklm@msn.com / no homepage) wrote:

I served aboard the Jason Sept 1965 - 1966, worked in the Boiler shop while awaiting school assignment to Machinist Mate Class/A school.

Left while the ship was in drydock in Bremerton Wash.

Lou Bock MM3

573  Date: 2005-08-29 09:55:15
Jerry Nelson ( halfdog2000@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

This is ICFN Nelson,USS Jason,1980,if you know me,email me,PS;looking for IC2 Bob McCall.

572  Date: 2005-08-20 00:08:12
Dennis Kelley ( djk49@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Recent reunion party of USS Jason R-3 Div. circa 1967 went well here in Las Vegas.
In attendance were : Tom Bolland EM2, Rich Peterson EM3, Steve Blaylock EM3, Jim Greff EM3,Harold Heiken IC1,Rick Hirst IC3, Les Hogan IC3,Ken Jops IC3,Dennis Kelley IC3,John Murphy IC3 and their wives.
Some of us were seeing each other for the first time in 38 years, while others attended the Jason reunion in 2000.
It was great fun.
If you were onboard the USS Jason between 1965 and 1969 please contact me at djk49@aol.com
Dennis Kelley

571  Date: 2005-08-12 23:22:18
Chas. Langley ( sh521ly@bellsouth.net / no homepage) wrote:

AD1 USN (Ret) Home - Loganville, Georgia

570  Date: 2005-08-06 12:03:12
Brett Nubel ( bnubel@cinci.rr.com / no homepage) wrote:

served on the Jason from 78-81.Was a MM2 in A gang and then down in evaps. Made two west pacs,was under captain Beaver and Johnson.Drop an Email if you rember me

569  Date: 2005-08-03 16:24:51
Teri Addison ( teriladdison@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

My older brother, Terry McCuthen and a dear friend, Larry McLendon were stationed on the Jason in the early 70's.

568  Date: 2005-07-30 16:50:07
Warren J. Falgout ( falgoutw@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

I have known of the Falgout since I was in the Navy and reading about it in the Navy Times in 1960. After investigating, I found it was named after my Father's 1st cousin
I retired from the Reserve active duty in 1981.

567  Date: 2005-07-27 02:22:40
George Ed Cook ( ejmco3@earthlink.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hi All
I noticed a few messages from former shipmates
and would like to correspond with them.Was onboard
the Jason from 72-77 . Have many good memories
and it was the best tender on the West coast.

Ed

566  Date: 2005-07-04 07:29:45
Michael Montoya ( michaelchasmontoya@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Been looking at my cruise books lately and remember just about everybody for some reason or another!

565  Date: 2005-06-29 00:18:23
Ken Neufeld ( neufek@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

I received sad news today of the passing of a fellow shipmate that served on the Falgout from 1963-1967. His name was John D. West, he lost his battle with cancer this morning. We both served together as Radiomen. His friendship will be dearly missed. His presence made everyones time aboard the Falgout more enjoyable. God Speed, John West.

564  Date: 2005-06-27 16:30:13
David Vincent ( neon1500@ptd.net / no homepage) wrote:

Served on the Jason 1974-1976 PM3

563  Date: 2005-06-09 15:52:11
Gary Putnam ( gputnam56@charter.net / no homepage) wrote:

Served on the USS Jason from 1969 thru July, 1972. Second class Machinist Mate. In charge of evaporator spaces. Stationed in Aft engine room during departures and arrivals.

562  Date: 2005-06-06 17:18:51
John Knaack ( JohnKnaack@Minco.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was HT2 Knaack from the R1 division from 1985-1989. Excellent site.

561  Date: 2005-06-06 03:23:19
bob cheney ( ramblinbull75@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

i was a navy diver on the turd boat jason from 83-86. aka the love boat wes pac 85.

560  Date: 2005-06-05 17:57:41
Jack Kilcrease ( jackkilcrease@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hi Shipmates, I was on USS Calcaterra DER 390 1970-1971, Made Med cruise....

559  Date: 2005-06-04 20:31:06
Enginemanray ( casinoraymond@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Hi DER sailors,I was on the USS Kretchmer DER 329 from 1957-1959.I was an EN3.Had great times aboard.You're right DER sailors are the best.We never had a problem that we couldn't solve.We made our own engine parts when at sea.We made jury rigs to refuel at sea.we did it all.God Bless all our troops past and Present.

558  Date: 2005-06-03 23:30:57
John A. Tomassetti ( JOHNOTOMO@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Served aboard the Jason middle of January 1945 until later part of November 1946. 8 th Division, foundry gang, left ML1c.

557  Date: 2005-06-01 01:44:38
Allan MacArthur Wilson ( Allander329@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hello Nick This is the 1st time I viewed your website. I'm not a computer whiz, so you will have to "bear" with me. Quick question: are you a member of DESA, I am a LIFE member. Just wondering. On your computer would you type in on the "toolbar": uss kretchmer and when that opens up scroll down to #5, that is my only website, Thanks to DESA DESA=Destroyer Escort Sailors Association I became a LIFE member in 1976, I was the 99th to join. Excuse me, but I see we are going to become great friends. I almost did not "open up" your email, until I saw DER. I have color slide taken in 1st week of NOV 1967, your ship relived my ship USS Kretchmer (DER-329), we were headed back to GUAM our home port. About a week after we got into GUAM I took R&R back to Chicago, IL 1st time home since MAY 1965. Allan

556  Date: 2005-05-26 04:34:13
Ron Bennett ( Restlessgypsy86@netzero.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hey Nick your website is lookin good.
I served on Jason from 87-90.. Was a ML3 In R-2 Div. Foundry. What Great memories!! Jason had a great crew in R-2. Oh, the parties. some of which are still foggy today :)
Hope some former shipmates see this site, and e-mail me!! As i have lost contact with some of them!! Renwick, Thornton, Ringer, Arthur, where are you guys?? I am hoping to make the Reunion this year!
Take Care ALL!!

555  Date: 2005-05-19 18:23:58
Richard Sloniker ( vfw966@yahoo.com / no homepage) wrote:

On The Jolly J from 88-91

554  Date: 2005-05-11 22:50:24
sharon bowers ( jbs@hamilton.com / no homepage) wrote:

george, we were so proud to send you off on your trip to the navy. also sad to see you go.we missed you a great deal. Glad you are back with the flock. Love Sharon

553  Date: 2005-05-08 18:01:38
GERALD DIODENE ( JEREBEAR0331@COMCAST.NET / no homepage) wrote:

I WAS ON THE STAFF OF COMMANDER BARRIER PACIFIC FROM 1957-1961, WHICH WAS THE LEAD FOR THE DESTROYER SQUADRON AND AIRCRAFT OF THE PACIFIC BARRIER.

552  Date: 2005-04-26 15:32:09
Tina Rolf (Gray) ( tmrolf@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

It's been a while since I've been out to read the guest book. A few familiar names. I was onboard the Jolly "J" from 87-90. Worked in CIC, mess decks and Deck (was the 1st Lt's admin). I got out as a BM3, then made BM2 in the reserves. If anyone remembers me, drop me a line. I've got all my cruise books and tons of photos from my time on the Jason.

551  Date: 2005-04-21 01:01:00
Regina Abell (Parks) ( RJACOBS2812@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

I was on the Jason from 1984-1989. Was a cook in the main galley and also the chiefs mess. Fond memories of Hong Kong and cement lol. Really enjoyed your sight brought back how much I miss the Jason

550  Date: 2005-04-20 20:20:49
Kathy Phelps ( kathy.phelps@bcbsnc.com / no homepage) wrote:

Jenny, RJ, Chico & Jack. I've still got those boots and I need to know what to do with them. Something about a place where the sun doesn't shine is not an option anymore. I also came across a very strange picture in my photo album, Jenny and RJ you might be interested in that one!!!! I found many pictures taken in the Holiday Inn when we were in Pakistan. I hadn't thought about that in years. I'd love to hear from anyone that remembers me.

549  Date: 2005-04-12 04:41:04
Sandi Lee (Hill) ( salee@ncn.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hey Nick, I was on our glass of 65 web site and noticed you had logged on, "welcome aboard". I also joined the Navy 4 years out of high school.
Took my basic at Bainbridge Maryland, then stationed at Pensicola Florida and then to Albany Georgia. As you know at that point in time women were not "allowed" to serve on ships, boy has the navy changed there. I was in for 3 years, came out 3rd class petty officer. I was a yeoman so I did the paper work for a while of the enlisted and officers.
Had a top secret clearance so dealt alot with classified material. In Pensacola was stationed with a flight training squadron, our squadron flew UC 45J and F 4. There I rapidly moved up to be the personal secretary of the CO and Xo, a job a really hated, NOT. Both of them had to get flight time in so if they went up and I was not busy I got to go with, I love to fly. Met my husband of 36 years there, he actually was my cousins roommate who was stationed there. My husband served on the USS Ranger and did the West Pac tour also, he talked of the same things you did, I had to chuckle about boot camp, I can relate. Garbage can watch at 2 a.m. over a secured garbage can was crazy. Everyone was sleeping - who the heck would use it them???!!! Scrubbing imaginary black marks off the drill hall floor with a tooth brush was even dumber!!
Just wanted to let you know this is an awesome site, was fun to view. I have given the address of the day twice in our town on Memorial day and also for about 5 years have given a tribute speech for Veterans day. I am also very proud that I served my country. I went in when guys were burning their draft cards as it was the time of Viet Nam, I decided I was proud enough of my country I would serve some time for it and I did. Both my husband and I were going to make it a life career, however the day before he left for Nam I found out I was expecting and then it was an automatic discharge, I got 2 months early. Our daughter was 2 1/2 months old before he ever saw her. When he got back he found out if he re-enlisted he would have to do another Nam tour and he told them to forget it. He wanted to watch his daughter grow up and be able to do things with her so that was the end of his career. Now that I have written a book I will close. Nice making contact with you.

548  Date: 2005-03-09 03:09:49
Leon Haulot ( phaulot@cox.net / no homepage) wrote:

Onboard the Jolly "J" from 87-91 Started out in R Div ERO9 then to R-1 17A sheetmetal shop.Was lucky enough to have my brother HT2 Steve Lopez on board with me,he was also in the sheetmetal shop.If anyone remembers us, drop me a line would love to hear from you.

547  Date: 2005-02-25 02:30:37
Charles Musgrove, CDR,SC (RET) ( cdmusgrove@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

An outstanding site!! Just found it and scanned the 55 pages of notes. Was a Lithographer 2nd and 1st Class on board USS Jason 1/74 - 11/75 and worked in the R-5 print shop. Retired last year after 36 years in the Naval Reserve. My wife and I are looking forward to the June, '05 reunion in Branson. While in Sasebo in June, 1974 we printed up the ship's 30th aniversary book and I plan to bring a copy of it to the reunion. Saw a handfull of guys from the 74/75 time period in the notes and plan to email a couple of them. Once again, WELL DONE.

546  Date: 2005-02-19 20:25:53
John Cooper ( jbcooper4@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

Served on board the Jason from 77-81, Was assigned to R-division Valve Shop. Great site!

545  Date: 2005-02-15 15:16:40
Eileen Morigeau Marion ( eileen.marion@nhgl.med.navy.mil / no homepage) wrote:

Nice site. MM2 Henry Rosas directed me to your site. I was onboard from 1980-83. Good time, good friends and a lifetime of memories. Thanks for bringing them back alive.

544  Date: 2005-02-05 03:48:30
Chuck Hadley ( hadleych@verizon.net / no homepage) wrote:

Welcome aboard my (2) ships: The Uss Walker (DD-517) and the Uss Nicholas (DD-449)

543  Date: 2005-01-31 15:12:31
Edward sprick Sr ( espricksr@socket.net / no homepage) wrote:

I served on the falgout from Jan 59 to Jun 61 in Eng b1, b3 and b4. Had chief mess duty my last 8 months. Four of us falgout sailors still keep in touch. Minton,Johnston,Ballard. We had a reunion Two years ago in LA. I live in New Franklin Mo. Married a girl from Hawaii in 1961

542  Date: 2005-01-23 23:07:08
Bob Ceelen MRCS USN Ret. ( dreamalaskanow@yahoo.com / http://www.seward.net/kayakcamp) wrote:

Would like to hear from any CPO who served on Jason from 80 to 85. I now live on a remote island in Alaska and would love to hear from anyone coming to Alaska to visit or who wants info on moving to Alaska. Would also like to put together a crew of ENs,EMs AND HTs and purchase a surplus commercial fishing boat and explore Alaska.

541  Date: 2005-01-22 22:06:51
Ned Gurule ( gurulerg@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Just looked at the new photos you just posted. Faces are familiar. The Hog Kong photo with Rogers looks like JD Frietze from New Mexico.
Sailor with binocs, I believe it is JJ Hollar?
Rough seas photo, sailor on left looks like Ogo in M Div. Hard to tell, can't name the tall lanky one. Any ideas, Mates?
Surfer

540  Date: 2005-01-22 15:21:02
Bret Stephens ( bhstephens@cox.net / no homepage) wrote:

Just checking in to give a shout out to all who remember. Hey Otto got your e-mail, thanks man good to hear from you! And to all the others from the 77 to 81 era. We were the first to have the ladies on board on the left coast, man what a time that was. Hi to Karen Vickery, Cindy Howard, Tracy Coffin, Lynnette Farrar and all of yuns. Hey to Ric Davidson, Drew Wagner, Mike Puthe, Kevin Peterson, Rex Carter (where ever you are), Jose Guevara, Eddie Chavez, Perry Pletcher, Joe Brock, Joey Comito, Bob Costello, Bob Scott and all the rest you know who you are. Good times, good memories look back at em and smile there yours forever. God Bless the Jolly J and God Bless all the troops putting there butts on the line today, are thoughts are with em. Later

539  Date: 2005-01-20 06:22:41
BOBBY L JACK ( bjack@mo-net.com / no homepage) wrote:

SERVED ON ARH 1 48 52 MR2 MAIN MACH. SHOP

538  Date: 2005-01-14 23:33:47
Rex Stahlman ( enduroking@cableone.net / no homepage) wrote:

Nick,
The website is still great!! Thanks for all that you do on it!! Still looking for Jason "Hole Snipes" from 85-89. I've found a few, but still need to hear from the Wood Brothers, Ed "Fireplug" Kurtz, and Kerry Capdeville.

537  Date: 2005-01-12 15:03:26
Bob Kelly ( no email / no homepage) wrote:

Hey, how about raising the Falgout. It's only down 12,600 ft off the coast of Southern California. Like to see if there were any $2 cartons of Kool Regulars left in the ship's store and maybe a couple of Falgout Zippo left behind! Maybe they forgot to wake up Wally Powierza in the First Class Lounge before it went down.

536  Date: 2005-01-10 05:30:36
Rick Cable ( rcable@webzcom.com / no homepage) wrote:

Thank you for your work on this site. I really enjoy look back at the history of the ship I fondly refered to as home for five years.

I Served onboard the USS Jason (AR-8) as a Storekeeper in the Supply Dept. from 1985 to 1990 and was onboard when we collided with the USS Willamette.

Thanks!

535  Date: 2005-01-10 01:04:07
Doug ( aero48@springnet1.com / no homepage) wrote:

OK... I will be glad to raise my "donation" to $1,000 to match the fellow sailors that want to keep the Jason from being "lost forever".. If everyone that has either been a part of the "crew" or have relatives that were on the Jason could just donate $20 each maybe we could save her.. The Jason served in WWII, Korea, VietNam and Desert Storm. Excuse my spelling if it is wrong on any account.. I have very strong feelings about the Jason.. I hate to see her sitting in a row of rusting ships when she can be saved from the fate that awaits her.. Everyone that visits this Website can also contribute a few coins.. Is there a possibility that we can get a deal going where we can possibly save our favorite ship?? I'm "Retired" at this moment and ready to go to work on the Jason.. Don't need any $$$... I'm ready to go and I think that it would be very special to walk the decks again!!

534  Date: 2005-01-02 21:34:06
Jim Woolsey ( jimw1805@sbcglobal.net / no homepage) wrote:

Hey there. Oh memories of the Jason. I served time on the Jason April '85 to Aug '88. I started my tour in the Valve Shop during WestPac '85, then moved to Repair Supply office. I stood underway watch on the throttles in the Fwd. Engineroom durring WestPac '87/'88 in the I.O. Oh what fun we had and such great memories.
Contact me if you know me.
MM3 Jim Woolsey

533  Date: 2005-01-01 23:32:15
Jack E. McCarl ( jvmac@iowatelecom.net / no homepage) wrote:

Glad to see this happening!!! I am hopeing to make this one for sure!!!!! Jack

532  Date: 2004-12-29 16:40:31
Jefferson Banks ( jefferson.banks@cox.net / no homepage) wrote:

I posted a message here 11/25/03 looking for any RM's that served when I was aboard the good ship Jason (75-78). Got no reply's, I always did belive that communicators couldnt communicate. If any of you guys have a computer and know how to do the email thing, drop me a line, always glad to remember the good times from the Jason.


Note Nr.: 437 from 2003-11-25 18:30:55
by Jefferson Banks


Served onboard Jason 75-78, was straight out of bootcamp, and this was my first duty station. I was an RM. I have been through every entry on this site and did see any of my former RM's. Would love to hear from Rogers, Gettings, Price, Keaton, Holmes (Whatever your real name was). RMC May, I served with your son he was an HTC on the Ranger later in my career. But if any of you guys check this out, send me an e-mail, especially if you remember getting locked in the antenna store room.
Great site.

531  Date: 2004-12-29 16:22:22
John (Gomer) Pyle ( jpyle@ruraltel.net / no homepage) wrote:

Served on the Jolly J in 3rd Division, as FTG3, 1966-1969. I do remember the Bacca Hatchi name from the girls in Japan. We made two West Pacs. Knew several of the deck crew and most of the gunners mates. We spent about 6 weeks in Vong Tou, Viet Nam. Any of you out there aboard during that trip?

530  Date: 2004-12-28 03:18:43
Jane "Blondie" Franson ( janeisme@msn.com / no homepage) wrote:

Great site Nick! Hello all my "Jolly J" shipmates! I served 85 to 86 and worked in the Valve shop. Went on a Westpac and had the best time of my life! Hope to hear from a few old friends. Happy New Year to everyone!

529  Date: 2004-12-27 16:41:12
Charles Werner ( crwbz@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Count me in for $1000 and since I am retired I have a lot of time in addition to restoration skills. However, I think the possibility of "saving" the Jason is remote at best. Does anyone know how to get the ball rolling?

528  Date: 2004-12-26 19:25:29
David "OTTO" Weddell ( oldsnipe420@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

I would gladly donate $1000 plus a week "vacation" doing volunteer restoration work.

527  Date: 2004-12-22 23:19:00
Doug ( aero48@springnet1.com / no homepage) wrote:

I wish a very "Merry Christmas" to all that have served on the Jason! I also wish we could decorate her with lights and garlands and see her lit up again. We all have good and bad memories from our time on the "Jolly J". At least she is still "afloat", but looking pretty sad. Can anyone get something going to save her as a "Museum ship"?? There are no ships in that class that have ever been "saved". She was in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm before being almost sold for "scrap". I'd give $500, and if anyone else that served on her or has relatives that were on her donated a smaller amount (or larger), maybe we could all visit her again someday. I would love to walk the decks again, let alone see her "under steam" again. Great memories, great friends. I wish everyone good health and good sailing.

526  Date: 2004-12-13 16:53:32
Ned "Surfer" Gurule ( gurulerg@aol.com / no homepage) wrote:

Now that Christmas is near, thought I would send along a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all former shipmates aboard the Falgout. Also to all those who read the notes in this great web site.
And Nick, keep up the deep singing voice, someday we will sing together again.

525  Date: 2004-11-25 19:23:44
David Weddell ( oldsnipe420@comcast.net / no homepage) wrote:

Happy Thanksgiving

524  Date: 2004-11-24 14:38:43
Joe "Wally" Walters ( joewalters@insightbb.com / no homepage) wrote:

I just wanted to wish all the former Jason crewmembers and their families a happy thanksgiving and a safe, happy holiday season this year. I would also like to send a prayer out to all our troops serving all over the world.

523  Date: 2004-11-19 19:11:11
Mike Fogarty ( mike.fogarty@bigpond.com / no homepage) wrote:

Sad to note VADM Sam Gravely, Jr., USN, Rtd., died last month, in Washington, DC (?), his obituary in the NYT October 26. Surprised no mention on the site unless I missed it. First commanded Falgout early 1960's. Understand he was a fine USN officer. Any comments from those who served under him then? Met him down here when he was skipper of USS Taussig in 1966. Also in San Diego in October 1967. Late actor Rod Steiger also served earlier as a torpedoman on her in WWII. If any Falgouter remembered seeing our ship HMAS Duchess off Ca Mau in early April 1967 I would be pleased to know. We had a great reunion last month and we plan to meet again in Perth in 2006. Perhaps a good chance for any Jasons and other Falgouts now living in Perth, WA to join the Dukes of Duchess as we celebrate her ladyship. Happy Thanksgiving. Those turkeys will also serve us in their supreme sacrifice, for us at Christams later down under. Best.

522  Date: 2004-11-17 14:59:31
joe serenko ( BANBANBOY@AOL.COM / no homepage) wrote:

I SERVED AS A YOUNG GUNNERS MATE ON THE JASON FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR UNTIL IT WAS DECOMED. I STUMBLED UPON YOUR SITE AND IT TOOK ME BACK A LITTLE. I LOVED YOU SITE. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE JAYSON BUT YOU AIDED ME IN DOING SO. GOOD LUCK IN IN EVERY THING YOU DO!
JOE SERENKO

521  Date: 2004-11-15 20:33:26
Barbara Allshouse (Hacker) ( bhacker_allshouse@hotmail.com / no homepage) wrote:

I haven't paid a visit for a long time. I was onboard the Jason 80-81. For those of you who may remember him, I have kept in touch with Chief Butler the past couple or years since I saw him at a reunion in Las Vegas. Got an e-mail about a week ago that he passed away at the end of October. He was a great guy.

520  Date: 2004-11-12 02:22:36
Bret Stephens ( bhstephens@cox.net / no homepage) wrote:

Happy Veterans Day to all. Especially to all the troops who are putting their lives on the line today in Iraq. May God keep his hand on each of them.

519  Date: 2004-11-12 01:06:37
Jim Blanchard ( fndh90a@gte.net / no homepage) wrote:

Happy Vet's Day Nick, Ned and all Falgout alumni.... And to all other Vets that may read this post...
A day to reflect.
A day for us
A tear for all...........