VP Shipmate Directory
"...HOOKE, Leslie Eugene...I am looking for anyone who served with my father, Leslie Eugene Hooke. Dad served with VS-25 out of NAS North Island, San Diego, California from 1953 to 1954. Althea Jean Mooney asmoon@embarqmail.com..." [22MAR2008]
"...HODGES, CAPTAIN William M...Just a note to VP-11 crewmembers from 1955-1957. My father, Capt. William M. Hodges, USN (ret.) passed away in February 2004. I was young when we were at NAS Brunswick, Maine but I believe he was either the XO or CO of the squadron in 1957 when he was transferred to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington (where he lived at the time of his death...William Clark Hodges shaark2@comcast.net..." [02APR2007]
"...HODGES, Willie J...VP-4 from 1968 to 1971...On February 12, 2010, Willie James "Will" Hodges, age 71, died unexpectedly and peacefully at his home in Durham, NC. He was born on August 24, 1938 to Henry Thomas Hodges and Helen Hodges Echols in Green Bay, VA. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Avis Groves Hodges; two daughters, Cheri Hodges of Raleigh, NC and Kelly Hodges of Durham, NC; one son, Kyle Hodges and his wife, Leah of Lawrenceville, GA; three grandchildren, Katie, Kylie and Kinsley Hodges. He is also survived by his loving sister, Rita Echols Smith, her husband, Michael Smith and their daughter, Hailey Smith; as well as his loving extended family and friends. During his twenty years in the Navy he was stationed in Hawaii; Newfoundland; Texas, California, and Florida. He also was deployed to Alaska and Japan. He proudly served his country in the capacity of Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Operator, Air Traffic Controller, In-flight Tech Crew Leader, and Operations Training Supervisor. He flew in several different type aircraft, but his favorite was the Constellation. After retiring from the Navy he spent many years working as a Sales Manager for Cla-Val Company until he retired in 2006. Since he spent many nights on the road throughout both his careers; during retirement, he was content taking care of things on the home front, and always looking for another win by the Boston Red Sox. A memorial service will be held on Monday, February 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Howerton & Bryan Funeral Home in Durham, NC. (http://www.howertonbryan.com/) Those that choose to, may make donations to the Navy Memorial Fund, or the charity of their choice. Howerton & Bryan Funeral Home is assisting the Hodges Family..." Contributed by ANDRUSZKEWICZ, Steve "Andy" sgpa2zfmly@aol.com [15FEB2010]
"...HOEFLER, Robert E...My grandfather, Robert E. Hoefler (deceased), was with the VPB-15 (12-1-44), VPB-4 (12-18-44), VPB-100 (2-26-45) and VE-1 (2-26-45). I would like to hear from any of his Shipmates regarding tours of duty......" Contributed by Robert French french4722@yahoo.com [20JUN2011]
"...HOFFER, Louis J...It is with regret that I share news of my father's death, Louis J. Hoffer. He served with VP-18 (1961-1963) flying as a NAO/Navigator..." Contributed by Thomas Hoffer t.hoffer@comcast.net [08JUL2017]
"...HOFFMAN, AT Ray...I am sorry to inform you that my father passed away April 19th, 2015 at 8:00 AM. Dad proudly served with VU-4 at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia. Arrangements are being made with Stewart Family Funeral Home in Tyler, TX. Services are planned so far for 10:30 AM on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at Friendly Baptist Church. Stewart has provided the following website for post information as we make arrangements ( http://www.stewartfamilyfuneral.com/obituaries/Raymond-Hoffman-4/ )..." Contributed by Kevin Hoffman kevinhoffman1232@gmail.com [23APR2015]
"...HOGAN, Ralph J. "Hogie"...My Father, Ralph J. Hogan "Hogie", served with VP-56 (1956-1959). I am looking for any information from anyone who may have known him. He was a Plane Captain on LQ-11 (P5M-2 I believe). I would really like to hear from anyone who may remember him or who may have pictures of LQ-11 after it had the "Hogans Goat" painted on it under the cockpit glass. Thanks..." Contributed by Michael S. Hogan putz48@yahoo.com [E-Mail Updated 23FEB2016 | 21APR2003]
"...HOLCOMB, ARM1 John...I regret to inform you that John W. Holcomb passed away in July. (John joined the Navy February 12, 1942, spent six weeks of Boot Camp at Great Lakes Naval Station, attended radio school San Point Naval Air Station Washington, served with VGS 11 (Escort Scouting squadron Eleven) and VB-144 NAS Alameda, California.) We found out only a few days ago, when an interested and concerned daughter of one of John's squadron mates, searched the obituary archives in the Denver Post. We all knew that he had been seriously ill and we all feared for his life. He was truly the glue that held the squadron together. We miss him greatly and fear that his book will never be published...Forwarded by Catherine Alexander catrush1946@aol.com..." [13OCT2004]
"...HOLLAND, AO1 Herbert W. "Dutch"...My Dad (deceased 1992) was a longtime Naval Reservist at NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. He served in VS-935 and was recalled to active duty in 1962 during the "Cuban Missle Crisis." He was an AO1 and was a MAD gear operator. William Holland bholl5@comcast.net..." [22OCT2008]
"...HOLLIDAY, John R. "Doc"...FASRON-118/VP-4 1958-1960. Sad to report that 27 year US Navy veteran John R "Doc" Holliday, MRC USN (Retired) passed away 9/26/2002...Steve/Andy Andruszkewicz sgpa2zfmly@aol.com..." [18OCT2002]
"...HOLMBERG, Ron...I received the following from JD Meyer, President of the VQ Association concerning the passing of Ron Holmberg.
"...To All VQ:
This is to advise you all of the passing of the our secretary for the past number of years. Ron finished his work and life here on earth, and left us to join his Heavenly Father on Thursday evening at about 9:30 PM, 17 January 2002. His pain and suffering ended then and he is now in the comfort and loving arms of our Lord.
The immediate family he has left includes his wife, Shawnee, and their son, Ryan. There are many other family members who will remember his as well. As of this writing the details of a memorial service are not known. Nor are any of his wishes and desires for those wanting to recognize his life. He did ask that his remains be cremated and his ashes scattered near Santa Cruz, CA, an area that was his favorite. As his family makes the decisions on the commemoration of his life I will pass that information along as it is made known.
As some of you may know Ron served a total of thirteen (13) years with VQ-1 at NAS Atsugi, Japan. He retired from the Navy as a CTICS. Since leaving the active duty he has worked in the firm of Klein and Stump, Inc. He volunteered to be the secretary of the VQ Association when the search for a replacement for our original secretary was underway. Never once have I regretted accepting his offer. I know our Association is much better organized as a direct result of his efforts. He was a master (none better) in the utilization of the personal computer and its capabilities. He used his skill in supporting us all via our association. Most notable in my opinion is our association web site (http://www.kleinandstump.com/VQ/index.htm ), which he independently created.
As our last reunion was coming Ron worked tirelessly to collect all the information, record it, and forward it to the people who needed it. He opted not to attend and instead visit with his brother in California. When he returned from there he was not feeling particularly well, experiencing a persistent cough, pain, lack of appetite and weight loss. His doctors referred him to Johns Hopkins near early November where the diagnosis was the one most feared by us all. The prognosis was not the most positive but he entered into the chemotherapy treatment process the advised and recommended. Although the prognosis did not materially change as the progressed Ron seemed to be holding his own. However, this past week proved otherwise, athe intensity of his pain never subsided. And on Thursday evening his strengthen ran out and he left this life.
Ron, we sincerely thank you for the many ways you have enriched our lives, and added to good fellowship we enjoy. Your many contributions to our VQ community are appreciated, and will be long remembered by each of us. You made my task of being president a real pleasue. Thank you and God bless.
With sincerest humility,
J D Meyer, VQ Association President
PS. For those who have communication with the secretary please forward your requests, questions, etc. to me. Also feel free to pass this message to anyone who you know may be interested..." Contributed by Mel Davidow meldavidow@earthlink.net [21JAN2002]
"...The Memorial Service for Ron Holmberg, Secretary of the VQ Association, is scheduled for 1000 AM on Saturday, 2 Feb 2002, at the Fleck Funeral Home, 7601 Sandy Spring Road, Laurel.
Directions to the Fleck Funeral Home, 7601 Sandy Spring Road, Laurel, MD
From IS95N/S take Exit 33A to Rte 198; continue on Rte 198 to first major intersection, which is Van Dusen. Make a Left Turn on Van Dusen and proceed one short block, make Left Turn onto Sandy Spring Road. Proceed 0.6 (2/3) mile. The Fleck Funeral Home is on left side. In the event parking lot is full at the funeral home the church parking lot next door is available for overflow parking.
In lieu of flowers, Shawnnee and Ryan request that any memorial donations be sent to the American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society (ACS) will accept donations via a toll free call to 1-800-227-2345. Your contribution can be accomplished with your credit card. Most major cards are accepted. They will also accept personal checks at the same toll free number, and the procedures being explained to the caller. Please remember to advise the ACS that your donation is in honor of Ron Holmberg of Laurel, MD. Also that Mrs. Shawnnee Holmberg should receive notification of your donation honoring Ron. Her address is 16217 Gales Street, Laurel, MD 20707. And of course be sure to advise them of your name and address.
J. D. Meyer VQ Association President..." Contributed by Mel Davidow meldavidow@earthlink.net [27JAN2002]
"...HOLMES, LT(jg) Oliver Wendell "Ollie"......My father, Oliver Wendell "Ollie" HOLMES, served with VPB-148 (1943-1946) at NAAS Vernalis, California, Russel Island, Munda, Emirau, NAS Whidbey Island, Washington and MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. I plan on placing a plaque at Mt. Soledad Memoria in his memory. I would like to share photographs, stories, etc. with former Shipmates and/or families..." Contributed by Kit Holmes kitholm@yahoo.com [19JAN2016]
"...HOLT, David Benjamin...Died Monday, February 18, 2002 of a malignant brain tumor. He was born near Nashville, AR on April 24, 1936, only son of Josephine Bryant Holt and Percy Campbell Holt. He graduated from Nashville High School and joined the Navy, going to San Diego for Boot Camp, Norman, OK for Aviation School and Millington, TN for Electronic School. He was then assigned to NAS North Island, San Diego, California and dispatched to NAS Iwakuni, Japan with VP-48 as a Radar Operator. After discharge from the Navy, he enrolled at the University of Arkansas, graduating with a Bachelor of Science with honors in Electrical Engineering in 1962. He then came to Albuquerque and joined Sandia National Labs, attended UNM part time and received a Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1964. His entire career at Sandia involved work with satellite systems. He retired after 38 years at Sandia in June 2000. David was a lifelong Methodist and an active member of Central United Methodist Church and Partnership Sunday School Class. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; three children, Barry Holt and his wife, Tracy, Paul Holt and his wife, Andrea, and Lynn Holt Russo and her husband, Tony; two grandchildren, Rachel and Rebekah Holt; four sisters, Margaret Massey of Little Rock, AR, Amanda Fishback of North Little Rock, AR, Charlie Jean Brakebill of Little Rock, AR and Carolyn Davis of Snyder, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Mary Jo Thornton. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE, with Dr. Charles Crutchfield and Rev. Marty Singleterry officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Reception will follow services at the church. Pallbearers will be Barry Holt, Paul Holt, Tony Russo, Rik Holman, Bill Lackey, Tom Hoover, Paul Elder and Rex Allender. David was a gentle man, kind, generous and soft spoken. He was respected by his peers, and dearly loved by his family and friends. He will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Central United Methodist Church, Jemez Property Program, 1615 Copper NE, 87106. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m..." http://www.abqjournal.com/obits/obits2002/OB02-19.HTM [10JUL2003]
"...HOLTZ, Happ...My Father, Happ Holtz, passed away September 17, 2004. Dad served with VP-811 at NAS Minneapolis, Minnesota. I would like to hear from anyone that may have known my Dad..." Contributed by Tom Holtz tom.holtz@cbre.com [12JUN2012]
"...HOOVER, Henry (Babe)...My Grandfather is Henry (Babe) Hoover he was is VPB-21 crew Nine. I was going thru his book about the USS Chandeleur (AV-10) and just thought I would see what I could find on-line about it. My Grandfather has been gone now 3 years and if anyone out there knew him I would love to here some stories. Thank you much...Steven Daniel aprfulz95@sbcglobal.net..." [14NOV2005]
"...HOP, Harvey...I am the "old" son of my hero father - Harvey Hop. Dad died in 1999. He served with VP-22 flying PBY's out of NAS Pearl Harbor, Hawaii during the attack, VP-108 flying the PB4Y-1 then later to the RY-1 program flying Nimitz around in "The Flying Dutchman." Harlan Scott was his Chief Mechanic. I would love to hear from any former Shipmates. Bruce A. Hop bruce_hop@cinfin.com..." [28FEB2009]
"...HOPKINS, Bernard (Bernie)...My deceased father served in WWII in the Aleutian Islands and was a Gunner in a PV-2. My Dad's record indicates the following: NAGS, Purcell, Okla., NAS Lake City, Florida, HedRon, FAW-6, VPB-136, NAS Beaufort, South Carolina and VPB-198...Janet Griffin j2001@graffiti.net..." [12JAN2006]
"...HOPKINS, Jim...On the 28th of November 2006 we lost a member of VP-4, Jim Hopkins (1975-1978). He was killed in an accident. He was the TACCO on Crew 3 during the NAS Cubi Point, Philippines deployment in 1977. He will be missed. He was also a Department Head in his second tour with VP-17. Here is the info on his visitation and burial: Visitation - Sunday, December 3, 2006, 2-5:00pm Demaine Funeral Home, 5308 Backlick Rd., Springfield, VA 22151 - 703-549-0074. Memorial Service - Saturday, December 9, 2006, 2:00pm (reception in church social hall to follow) Springfield United Methodist Church 7047 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, VA 22150 - 703-451-2375. Interment - Wednesday, January 3, 2007, 9am (must arrive by 8:30am) Arlington National Cemetary. Donations in memory of James P. Hopkins IV, can be made to either of the following organizations: Disabled American Veterans, DAV Memorial Program, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 4520-0301 - 1-877-426-2838 ext. 3302 - http://www.dav.org. GoodDog! Rescue, P.O. Box 41797, Arlington, VA 22204 - http://www.gooddogrescueva.org...LARSON, LCDR John F. Retired oriondriver1975@yahoo.com..." [02DEC2006]
"...HORAIS, Tony...My step-dad, Tony Horais, served aboard the USS Pine Island (AV-12), known fondly(?) as the Piney Maru on board 11 January 1963. I would like to hear from Shipmates who remembers him...Sylvia Horais sdhorais@aol.com..." [20MAY2006]
"...HORN, Rick...VP-22 Shipmates from 1984 to 1988! Our Comrade Rick Horn lost his life (car accident) earlier this month in his hometown of Erin, Tennessee. Keep him and all other Blue Geese in your thoughts. Don't hesitate in trying to contact your old pals from VP-22, we may not have the fortune of seeing each other again...Brian Lynn blynn22@earthlink.net..." [30OCT99]
"...HORNE, LCDR Philip A. ...My father was LCDR Philip A Horne. He passed away peacefully at age 99. He was lucid until his last days I’m blessed. He was winged at NAS Jacksonville, Florida class 5C-41-J on Dec 5, 1941. His duty assignments include: VCS-6 USS New Orleans flying Curtis SOC, until Tassafaronga. VS-55 & VS-58 flying OS2U from Noumea and Espiritu Santo. VB-144 Tarawa, Rio-Namur flying PV-1 Ventura. OTU-11 NAS Hutchinson, Kansas and NAS Jacksonville, Florida flying PV-1 and PV-2. ATU-? NAS Pensacola, Florida. Post war he flew with VP-3, VP-6, Operations officer NAS Kodiak, Alaska and NAS Alameda, California. During Korea he was ship navigator USS Bataan (LHD-5) 1953. VW-1 NAS Agana, Guam flying P2V-5J as Cyclone Hunter 1953-56. He was then assigned as a regular navy officer/instructor for a reserve squadron in NAS Atlanta, Georgia. Final duty was VR-3 MATS McGuire AFB flying R5D, R6D. Retired June 1962. As far as my research can show LCDRHorne was the final plank owner pilot to pass away. SEE: Philip Ardine Horne 1917 - 2016..." Contributed by Jonathan Hornejonathan.horne53@gmail.com [04MAR2023]
"...HOTTOVY, Anthony "Tony" J. ...I am sad to report that my Dads Crew Chief with VPB-144, Anthony Hottovy, passed away December 22th, 2016. SEE: Anthony "Tony" J. Hottovy February 3, 1922 - December 22, 2016..." Contributed by Jonathan Hornejonathan.horne53@gmail.com [04MAR2023]
"...HOUGEN, Raymond...To those who were in VP-214 with my Dad Raymond Hougen. He passed away on July 6th, 2006. I know he occasionally kept in contact with some of you. Just thought you who served with him would want to know...Thomas Hougen thougen@charter.net..." [10AUG2006]
"...HOUSEMAN, PNC Vee L. Retired...Vee L. Housman Of Youngstown, NY, October 1, 2005, age 74, sister of John C. (Jeanette) Housman and Norma L. (Holland) Sesto; aunt of Douglas Holland, Debra Targon, Aliciaga Massengill, John Housman and Dedra Vee Housman; also survived by a number of grand-nieces, nephews and great-grand-nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 3648 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Services will full military honors will be held Friday, October 7 at the James F. Stone Funeral Home, Harrisburg, PA. Memorials to the Town of Porter Historical Society, PO Box 442, Youngstown, NY 14174 - Published in the Buffalo News on 10/2/2005 http://www.tradevman.org/housemanv/index.html...." Contributed by PARKER, Daniel danvelma@juno.com [02OCT2007]
"...HOVATTER, CAPTAIN Patrick J...Captain Patrick James Hovatter, U.S. Navy (Ret.), age 60, of Havelock, formerly of Leonardtown, Md., and Fairfax, Va., died January 2, 2012, after a sudden and brief illness - Assignments included VP-10, VT-2, VQ-2, Chief of Naval Operations, VQ-1, Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, and Vice Commander at Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division. Pat commanded VQ-1 at NAS Agana, Guam (1992-1993) and NAS Patuxent River, Maryland (2000-2002). He completed a very distinguished Naval career as the Director of International Programs for Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland...In lieu of flowers, the Hovatter family requests donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Project 1120 G Street NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC 20005, or www.woundedwarriorproject.org...more..." WebSite: Forest Lake Times http://forestlaketimes.com/ [13JAN2012]
"...HOWARD, Don...My son, AME1 (AW) Don Howard, died October 22, 2002. At the time he was with VFA-37 in NAS Norfolk, Virginia. He served with VP-45 from 1989 to 1991 as an AME2 before going to Japan and from there to NAS Fallon, Nevada before joining up with VFA-37. If those who knew him would share stories we his family would appreciate it...Martha mb102738@aol.com..." [08APR2004]
"...HOWELL, Glenn V....I have the sad duty to report that Glenn V. Howell, ADRC ret. died in his home in Penn. last Friday. His daughter, Glenna-Jo Gelnett, has authorized me to post this notice on this site so that his former Shipmates can be informed of this. Here is the E-mail she sent to me on Saturday: Mr. Olson, I am Glenn's daughter and I have some sad news. My dad passed away suddenly Friday afternoon. He collasped after taking a bath. He was talking with his bath aide when all of the sudden he passed out. By the time the ambulance got here it was too late. My e-mail address is tgelnett@ptd.net. I'm sorry too have tell this sad news. Glenna-Jo Gelnett. If you knew him I am sure she would appreciate condolences and remembrances from former shipmates..." Contributed by Donald Olson dlolson40@juno.com [07FEB2000]
"...HOWERY, Norman K...My Dad, Norman K. Howery, passed away July 10, 2018. Dad flew as a pilot with VP-812. We miss you Dad..." Contributed by Chris Howery aviatorone@outlook.com [28JAN2020]
"...HOWINGTON, Sam...In Memory of my little brother ADJ3 Sam Howington who served with VP-50 from 1971 through 1972. He passed away in 1975. A great brother and Shipmate...Raymond Howington rhowington@earthlink.net..." [25FEB2001]
HOBBY, John E. SHOBBY@BELLSOUTH.NET "...I served with VP-50 from 1963 through 1966. I really enjoyed seeing everyone in Pensacola. I plan to be in Tucson next year. Hope everyone can be there..." [13MAY2000]
HOBBS, Gary A. Retired gahobbs@hotmail.com "...Hey fellow Boomers! I served with VP-48 from November 1975 to August 1979. I started as a groundpounder with CWO H. Hyde and AD1 Romer, Harry, Tom Stanton, Rig, and Downer Down at NAS Iwakuni, Japan during the 1975 to 1976 Deployment to NAS Misawa, Japan. I was 2nd Mechanic and flew with Crew-7 and Crew-12. We deployed to NAS Adak, Alaska in 1977 and NAS Misawa, Japan again in 1978. I had the best times on both sides of the wrench. VP-48 was the best! I left the Navy August 1979 and moved to Seattle, WA where I got an A&P license. I then moved to San Diego, VA and reenlisted in the Navy after a 3 1/2 year absence. I served with VF-124 NAS Miramar, California, VS-29, VS-41 Instructor Duty, and SEAOPDET NAS Miramar, California. I served aboard the USS Carl Vinson, USS Kitty Hawk, and the USS Constellation. I retired in February 1995 and moved home to North Carolina. Those that know me or know of me send a line or leave a note or call..." [21JAN2004]
HOBBS, YN1(MTS) James C. (Chris) Retired hobbs6610@sbcglobal.net "...VP-67 1985-1989, Naval Air Reserve NAS Jacksonville, Florida 1989-1992, Commander Naval Reserve Force 1992-1995, VP-66 1995-1998, Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania 1998-2001, Naval Reserve Center Port Hueneme, California 2001-2004 and Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth 2004-2005 (Retired). Miss you guys! Now living in Fort Worth, Texas..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 10NOV2005 | 23AUG2002]
HOBBS, Tom catminder@tbhnet.net "...I served with VAW-13 in 1962 from TI and Det 1 at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines from October 1962 to March 63 with short side trip to Saigon. Good to see all the interest in VAW-13..." [23JAN2003]
HOBEN, AW2 Rick ringgold207@yahoo.com "...I was a Sensor three for CAC-2 with VP-45 from 1983 to 1988 when we were at full strength (CPW-11 Crew of the Quarter). Our crew consisted of Mike Christianson (PPC), Dave Porter (TACCO), Mark Hampson (SS1), Spencer Cunningham (SS2), AD1 Rich Baker (FE), AD1 "WestPac" Dewey Floyd, Jack (2nd Mechanic), Dave Campbell (IFT), Jett Bell (NavCom) who became our TC after I helped him pass his board, and Jim Wheatley (AO). I would really like to hear from any or all of the men I was proud to serve with especially Bruce Getty, who kept Whining Chiefs Culbertson and Bull off my butt as long as he could. PS. I still keep snakes (that info for former roommates Rick Wynn and Al LaBella)..." [E-Mail Updated 29JUN2004 | E-Mail Updated 14APR2004 | 02APR2000]
HOBGOOD, CDR Bill Retired Circa 1950 Circa 1990 Circa 2008hobgood.bill@gmail.com "...Son of a Pearl Harbor survivor and career Naval Officer, I graduated from Texas A&M (Corps of Cadets) and was commissioned via the AVROC program in November 1969. Following Flight Training in VT-10, VT-29, VP-30, VP-45 for DIFOPS (remember that?) from 1971-1974, PPTC on Crew 13, RPS Custodian and ASW Training Officer. Staff duty with FAW-11 (later CPW-11) as ASW Officer followed. I worked for two of the finest officers I've known: CAPT Charlie Prindle and CDR Lynn Grafel. After "Black Shoe" training at CIC/TAO school at FCTCL Dam Neck in 1977, reported for Sea Duty with COMCRUDESGRU-8 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. As Battle Group Air ASW Officer and TAO under RADMs Thor Hanson and Bob Walters, deployed on USS Biddle, USS Eisenhower and USS Independence. Graduated from Naval War College in 1980 and received orders to PACFLT at CPW-2 Hawaii from 80-81. Met, later to be VADM, Mike Haskins and worked for him in the Training Department until taking over Wing Admin. Dept Head tour followed with VP-6 (Ops Officer) 83-84. Next was another staff tour at CPW-1/CTF-72 in Japan as Current Ops under CDR John Brockley. I later took over the job of Task Force Operations Officer from 85-86. Finally got to come back the mainland for a brief tour in NAS Pensacola, Florida as ASO for TRAWING-SIX. How nice it was to have weekends off for a change. Then the BEST tour any NFO can have: CO/XO of VT-10 1988-1990. My final tour was as XO of NAS Moffett Field, California 90-91 under CAPT Tim Quigley. I am now living in the Cedar Park, Texas area (retired between jobs) and enjoying not having to go anywhere each day.first time since I was 5 years old. Would like old Shipmates to drop me a line. Especially looking for Bob Simril, Jim Shaddix, Curt Griffith, Bob Miles et al...DIRLAUTH..." [E-Mail Updated 15MAR2011 | BIO Updated 11JAN2010 | BIO/PIX Updated 16APR2008 | BIO/E-Mail Updated 17JAN2007 | BIO Updated 01NOV2005 | BIO/Pix Updated 28MAR2002 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 26JAN2000 | 18SEP97]
HOCHST, MS3 Daniela Retired sodapopkid@uswest.net "...I served with VP-23 7/92 - 11/93. Would like to hear from my Seahawk Shipmates, and any galley rats out there that I served with..." [04JUL99]
HOCHSTUHL, William C. c/o Matt Getty matthew.getty@gmail.com "...My grandfather, William C. Hochstuhl, was a Coast Guard member of VPB-6(CG) stationed in Thule Greenland during WWII. He is still alive and I was just wondering if onyone out there possibly knew him. Thanks..." [E-Mail Updated 01OCT2009 | 03MAR2007]
HOCKENBERRY, David DRHockenberry@pathway.net "...Served with VP-5 Mad Foxes from 1974 through 1977..."
HOCKETT, David E. grizzley_addams2@yahoo.com "...I am a Plank-Owner for HSL-36 I served from 8/19/1975 til 2/28/1978. I joined as an ADAN and was discharged in Feb of 1978 as an AD-3. Spent the last year and a half TAD to NAS Jacksonville, Florida AIMD..." [07JAN2005]
HOCKMAN, YN3 Frederic "Fritz" tcatsoup@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-10 (1958-1960) at NAS Brunswick, Maine (Air Intelligence) with a deployment to NS Rota, Spain. I am now 73 and still kicking..." [19JUN2013]
HODGE, Mark T. mhodge@hirecheck.com "...I was in VP-46 from 1981-1984 at good old NAS Moffett Field, California. We did two westpacs, and we were the first squadron to do a full 6 month deployment to NSF Diego Garcia (Dodge). It has been a long time but i sure would like to hear from anybody that was there at that time. Take care Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 03OCT2000 | 11AUG99]
HODGE, CS3 Henry Oliver bulldawg99@alltel.net "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) in 1966..." [23SEP2003]
HODGE, CDR Robert "Bert" Retired lonesomebert@gmail.com "...I served with VP-26 (1969-1971), VP-62 (1971-1973) and VP-92 (1974-1982). Compliments of the Cold War I deployed to places like NAS Bermuda, NAS Sigonella, Sicily, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal and NS Roosevelt Roads, PR. I am living in St. Augustine, FL and have a second career as a musician underway - want to jam? I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 15NOV2013 | 23JUL2004]
HODGES, ATC(AC) Bill Retired bhodges497@aol.com"...VP-26 68-71, VP-60 72-76, VP-23 76-79, NAS Brunswick 79-82, VQ-2 11/82-2/87, and VP-31 87-89 (RET)..."
HODGES, AMCS Leon C. Retired navykeywest@bellsouth.net "...I served with VW-15 and VW-13 in NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada and NAS Keflavik, Iceland from 1960 thru 1962. Left as an E-4 (AMS3) for Key West and the tail hook Navy VF-101, VF-102, VF-41, and VF-11. Was aboard the USS Forrestal for the "Fire" of 29 July 1967. Departed the Navy and returned 3 yrs later as a reservist for an additional 23 yrs. I would like to hear from my Shipmates..." [25MAY2003]
HODGKIN, Bernerd W. c/o His Son Kirby Hodgkin queheads@aol.com "...I'm looking for research materials which would cover either the involvement of Naval Patrol Bombing squadron 208 or the use of their plane (PBM Martin Mariner). My Papa was in this unit in both the Caribbean (antisubmarine duty) and Pacific between 1942 and 1945.I have the unit's "yearbook" Peter, Bogey Mike.My father's name appears incorrectly as Sodgkin ( Jig Crew) page 20. He passed away on 080497. He spoke often (to me anyway) about two crew members in particular, Jim Lashua (Plattsburg N.Y.) and Lt. Weisiger (Ivy Depot, VA.). Any information concerning persons, planes or histories would greatly be appreciated. I've not come across references to either the plane or the unit in any of my readings.I do have several of my Papa's photographs of the plane. Thank you in advance. PAPA'S NAME Bernerd W. Hodgkin...Thanks!..."
HODGKISS, ADR3 James jkiss1945@bellsouth.net "...I served with VX-1 (1964-1966) at NAS Key West, Florida. I flew as a Plane Captain on S2-F BUNO: 133341 #10 and drove a yellow 1956 Chevy. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [06DEC2015]
HODSON, Gary OkiesOK@aol.com "...Served with VP-46 crew 5 IFT from 72-75..." [08JUN98]
HOECKELBERG, Bob Pbymech@CS.com "...I entered USNR in June 1949. First squadron was VP-ML-54, later changed name to VP-721. From VP-721 there was a split off and another squadron was created that was VP-722. I was in all three ending up with VP-722. Leaving two four year enlistments and one Truman year extension on all enlistments. Was Aircrew on PBY6A, PB4Y2 and with a few rides on P2V's..." [E-Mail Updated 30MAY2001 | 31DEC2000]
HOEKSTRA, AX3 John A. hoekstra1@cox.net "...I served in VP-22 from 1975-1979. Worked in the AT shop, with Chief Harris, Rich Sowers, Mac, Terry Bell, Jeff Kells and many others. Went to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines during the 1977 deployment (I think it was 1977). I was the guy who worked 2nd or 3rd shift and was a Lifeguard during the day. I had a great tan back in those days. Anyway send me an email, it would be good to hear from you. I now work for a company that sends me all over North America, so we might be able to meet and have a Beer..." [16JAN2004]
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HOFER, AW2 Carl F. carlonious@ameritech.net "...I served with VP-23 from 1976 to 1979 (SS3) with deployments to NS Rota, Spain and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. I am currently living in Glendale, WI. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [29SEP2009]
HOFER, LCDR Merrill H. https://naval-air.org/flightlog/moreinfo.asp?UID=3232 "...LCDR Merrill H. Hofer, USN - NFL Number: 3232 - Date of Birth: 3/21/1923 - Date In: 4/3/1941 - Date Out: 7/1/1964 - City, State: Sun City, AZ - Aircraft Flown: EC-121K, P2V, TBF, F8F, HUP - Ship or Unit: USS Enterprise C6 - VW-13 - VP-1 - Pilot Desg.: Naval Aviator - Theaters, Campaigns, etc.: WW II Pacific - Associations/Service Organizations: USS Enterprise (CV-6) Assn. - Torpedo Squadron 10 - Silver Eagles - VP-1 Assn. - VP-872 Assn. - Highest personal decoration or award: Presidential Unit Citation - Significant Achievements: 5,000 hours pilot time, at least that much special crew time. Received an Air Transport Pilot rating on Douglas DC-8. Instructor pilot for United Airlines. In Memoriam? No..." [30NOV2005]
HOFF, AT1 Dan Retired Home: dhoff2@yahoo.com Work: hoff@mail1.monmouth.army.mil "...Served with VP-40 in the SP5B's out of NAS North Island, San Diego, California from 1965-1967 and with the P-3A's in VP-40 from 1969-1971 (Flight Communicator in both A/C). After a tour of shore duty at NAS Lakehurst, NJ went back to thew P-3 Navy in VP-26 at NAS Brunswick, Maine from 1976-1979. Final tour of shore duty with VP-30 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida, retiring from there on Dec. 31, 1982..." [01DEC98]
HOFF, Doug doughoff@cot.net "...I am a former flight crewman on PB4Y1's of VP-61 stationed at NAS Miramar 1949-1951. We were on a four plane detachment to Nome, Alaska to photo map the Sewart Peninsular. Was also on a detachment to Pensicola, FL. to photo map the coast of Gulf of Mexico. I was on a ferry crew that delivered some PB4Y2's to French Indo China. Would like to hear from any old squadron buddies that may be out there..." [06JAN98]
HOFFMAN, Darrell deh9@psu.edu "...I served with VAP-62 with Detachments to NAS Coco Solo, Panama, Canal Zone and NS Rota, Spain. I w with them when they where disestablished at NAS Jacksonville, Florida..." [15APR2009]
HOFFMAN, ATCS Gail Supertweet@aol.com "...I served with VP-9 from 1989-1991, VP-31 from 1991-1993, VP-47 from 1993-1997, and am currently stationed at VX-1...I picked up ATCS in 2001 and I'm currently serving in tailhooks of all things. I'm now with VFA-15 out of Oceana. I definitely miss the VP life. I'm now stationed with VAW-120 NAS Norfolk, Virginia..." [BIO Updated 10MAR2004 | BIO Updated 03MAY2002 | 18NOV98]
HOFFMAN, H. Peter hpeterh@citlink.net "...While in training as an Aviation Radioman and Aerial Gunner, I flew in PBY's at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. I was transferred to NAS Banana River, Florida, where I was trained in PBM Mariners. I was transferred via MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii to VPB-27 in Okinawa, where I boarded the Seaplane Tender USS Kenneth Whiting (AV-14). I eventually flew to Sasebo, Japan, where I boarded the Tender USS Pine Island (AV-12). Our crew flew in the areas between Okinawa, Japan and Korea, searching for Japanese ships. The Seaplane Tender USS St. George (AV-16) was also used as a base in Sasebo. On January 16, 1946 our crew flew a party of congressmen to Nagasaki, to view the devastation. They expected to land in the bay and taxi to the shore, but our pilot, LCDR Pipkorn, decided not to land due the rough water. The congressmen were disappointed and voiced their displeasure. However, LCDR Pipkorn made the smart choice. Our crew also flew the congressmen around Japan and landed in the lake at Kyoto for an overnight stay. On February 6, our squadron flew to Hong Kong, where we were based for about one month. On March 2, 1946, we island hopped our return to MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, via NS Sangley Point, Philippines, NAS Tanapag Harbor, Saipan, Marianas Islands, Ebeye and Johnston Island. On May 7, 1946, Our crew flew to NAS Alameda, California. I was honorably discharged at Shoemaker, California on May 20, 1946. I now live in Rio Vista, California after a thirty-three year employment with IBM..." [14OCT2012]
HOFFMAN, Jeff jeff-hoffman@excite.com "...I was in VP-56 from 1983-1985. I actually started off on the USS Forrestal in 1981. After the Dragons, I spent 3 years at AIMD NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Then to VR-24 in NAS Sigonella, Sicily from 1989-1991. I finished up at HC-2 in NAS Norfolk, Virginia in 1992..." [26SEP2002]
HOFFMAN, John G. jghoffman@peoplepc.com "...I was a radio operator, stationed for 3 months, August, September and November 1943 at the Blimp base in Watsonville, Calif. I flew on patrol blimps K-27, K-25, K-63 and K-55. Some of the senior pilots were, L. R. Luke Ulrich and H. Biedbach. We were flights 1V100. 1V101, 1V103 and 1V104. I was on temporary duty from the NAS Alameda, California. I would like to hear from anyone familar with this base..." [02MAR2001]
HOFFMAN, AT Ray rayhoffman36@gmail.com "...I served with VU-4 at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia. I would like to hear from CPO Sharp, CPO Merret, CPO Frenberg, AT2 Rossie, AT1 Smith, AT3 Yorkvich, AT1 Duhame, AT2 Ganacalloa, CPO Dahl and AT1 Shamnore..." [06JUN2014]
HOFFMAN, CAPTAIN Richard A. Retired dickdot@san.rr.com "...Graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy and then served aboard the USS Dennis J. Buckley (DDR-808), VR-2, VP-892, VP-50, Naval Postgraduate School, VX-1, COMASWFORLANT, USNTPS, NATC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, VP-8, USS Austin (LPD-4), Naval Air Systems Command, U.S. Air Force War College, COMOCEANSYSPAC and retired in 1974. Worked for Martin Marietta Aerospace, Lockheed Aircraft and McDonnel Douglas Astronautics until complete retirement in 1992..." [BIO Updated 26APR2010 | E-Mail Updated 03JAN2001 | 03APR98]
HOFFMANN, Ron ronhoff@execpc.com "...I was proud to have been with VP-21 from 1956-59 I first flew as AM2 with LT. Brian Betsworth and then was switched to crew 1 with CDR. J. T. Griffith. I was pleased to see our crew picture taken in ADANA TURKEY in 1958 enroute to Beruit Lebenon. I have been in contact with two of the crew so far ADC Johnson and AD3 Hicks. I would be glad to here from any fellow Shipmates and hope for the next Reunion to be in Brunswick..." [10JAN98]
HOFFMEISTER, Alex ahoffmeister@chicago.us.mensa.org "...I was a pilot with VP-40 from September 1977 until November 1980 and VP-94 from 1983 until 1985. I would love to hear from any former squadron mates!..." [E-Mail Updated 31DEC2002 | 15APR2001]
HOFFNER, Yo yosuzhoff@attbi.com "...I was a VP-45 Pelican from 1985 to 1989, and deployed to NAS Bermuda and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. I was on various detachments to NS Roosevelt Roads, PR, NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, Kinloss and Machrihanish, Scotland, and the entire North Atlantic tour. Made some lifelong friends along the way, and a great admiration for the P-3 Orion..." [05MAR2003]
HOFHEINS, Marion Lee c/o Hank Hallas SMarc87644@aol.com "...MY UNCLE SEVED WITH VP-23 IN 1941 MY GRANDMOTHER RECEIVED A LETTER HE WAS MISSING. TWO YEARS LATER SHE RECEIVED A LETTER STATING HE WAS DEAD. THEY NEVER FOUND HIS BODY. IF ANYONE CAN HELP ME WITH SOME HISTORY FROM THEN I WOULD GREATLY APRRECIATE IT. I KNOW HE WAS AT PEARL HARBOR, BUT REALLY DON'T KNOW MUCH. PLEASE HELP MY MOTHER AND I...SINCE I SENT THAT I HAVE FOUND OUT A LITTLE MORE INFO. FIRST MY UNCLES NAME WAS MARION LEE HOFHEINS, I FORGOT TO ADD THAT IN MY ORIGINAL. ALSO I FOUND OUT HE WAS SHOT DOWN NOV. 24 1942. AND WE BELIEVE HE WAS AT GUADALCANAL. WE ALSO FOUND OUT THAT RECENTLY A PBY WAS FOUND IN ESPRITO SANTOS, EXCUSE THE SPELLING, IT IS CLOSE TO CORAL SEA. HE WAS ON THE ROSTER FROM USS CUTIS, AND HE WAS A MACHINIST 3 CLASS..." [06JUN99]
"...This winter I began working on making model of a PBY Catalina 5. My Uncle Terry (aka "Slim" to the VPNavy) was a ACOM radio operator from Pearl Habor (Ford Island) to 1945. He passed away January 19, 1998 and I had received the model as a Christmas present prior to his death from my stepson. Due to grief over the passing of my favorite Uncle I didn't begin working on it till this winter. As I worked on it I began wondering where he sat in the aircraft. Having some computer/internet skill I decided to do a search on "PBY Catalina 5" and I fell into numerous web sites. VPNAVY was and is outstanding. I was not only able to answer my simple question of seating but much to my amazement I have been in touch with three gentlemen who flew with my Uncle and have blown life into my vague recollections from childhood stories. "Slim" was part of VP and VPB 23, a Pearl Harbor survivior who actually was one of the first to shoot back at the Japanese from his disabled aircraft!...Messrs Francis Clifton, Billy "Buck" Bulkley and Harry La Brie (via his daughter Leslie) all have contributed interesting and detailed information from this period for which I am most gratfull. The photographs of my Uncle from Francis Clifton are priceless family images as far as I am concerned. I did not possess any photo of my Uncle until Francis generously sent them my way!...Sincerely Hank Hallas Hammerin@email.msn.com..." [22FEB99]
HOFHINE, CAPTAIN Duane J. c/o His Son David S. Hofhine hofhine@worldnet.att.net "...Capt. Duane James Hofhine..." [29FEB2000]
HOGAN, AW1 Alfred L. Retired Nickoli14u@aol.com "...Feel free to drop a line and say hello. VP-10, VP-11, HSL-32, FASO NAS Brunswick, Maine 1973-1996..." [05NOV2001]
HOGAN, AT Jack JOHNIRISHJACK@AOL.COM "...Joined VP-9 in 1953 after AT school. Flew in LT Patterson's crew. Deployed to NAS Atsugi, Japan. Flew patrol Korea 38th to Vladivostok. Ran across picture of CB5, 6&8 with Mt. Fugi in background, on the InterNet submitted by CDR. A. G. Alexander. I was in plane that photo was taken from. Have a large framed original copy on my wall. Seems like yesterday..." [03DEC2001]
HOGAN, AO1 John (Jack) S. jhogan@neurocare.org "...I served, as Air Crew in VP-19 from 1975 untill I retired in 1978. I Loved flying and racked up 2000 hours in about 24 months. I live in Texas and raise horses & grand-children. I would lile to receive E-Mail from shipmates..."
HOGAN, ET3 Mark C. markviienterprise@gmail.com "...I was stationed at NAS Brunswick, Maine (08/1978-10/1980), my 1st Navy assignment after ET school at Great Lakes. I was assigned to the FM Comm shop in the Ground Electronics Maintenance Division (GEMD). I remember clearly the accident with the P3 crash, as each command provided personnel to report to the crash site to search for whatever could be found. I went up to the site the day after the accident occurred. It was gruesome to say the least. I dealt with a lot of guys assigned to the Squadrons as my shop provided Audio equipment set up and operation for Changes of Command and other similar functions. I even talked to my Chief about cross over to an Aviation rate, which was denied. I thought it would be more fun to fly than sit around BNAS. I was discharged, Honorably, as an ET3 and moved back to Bayside, New York in 1980. I have stayed in touch with a few of the guys I was stationed with while at BNAS and am amazed at how the time has flown by. In any case I have to say I enjoyed my USN experience immensely..." [23APR2020]
HOGAN, Michael P. (The Goat) mphogan@ix.netcom.com "...Stationed with VQ-2 from 1965 through 1969. Radio/radar among other things. Temporary duty with VQ-1, stupidly volunteered for "Bravo" just in time for the "Tet" and subsequent spring and summer DaNang festivities. Volunteered for every boat trip or other Det available. Couldn't handle too much T-town, Old Hong Kong, Dutch Club, California Bar, etc..."
HOGGENMILLER, Herman "Hogie" ehoggenmiller@ppld.org "...I served with VP-861 from September 15, 1950 until May 31, 1952. I was released to Inactive Duty. I'd like to hear from other Shipmates but I don't have an email address (the one I'm using is my daughter's). Shipmates can contact me at 5320 Galena Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80918 or at telephone (719) 599-5995. I'd love to hear from some of the guys! Thanks very much - "Sky Anchors Aweigh."..." [31JUL2002]
HOGLUND, AW1(AW/NAC) Chris "hogie" hogluncj@cprfp.navy.mil "...I fell from the nest and learned to fly in VP-47, literally. I served in VP-47 from April 1988 through July 1992 as SS-3 on CAC 5&10 (long live pirate ASW). Had many great times, and many beers with stops in NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan (1989), NAS Adak, Alaska (1990), and NAS Misawa, Japan (1992). Made the best of friends, many of which are still great friends. Does "Mole", "Hammer", "J.C.", & "Tiberious" ring any bells? I've since moved on to Wing 10 ASWOC/TSC after VP-47, working in the analysis shop. Half way throught that tour in December 1993 the Wing, VP-40 & VP-46 moved to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. In September 1995 I transfered to VP-1 who also moved to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington via NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. Had some good flying with that squadron. One NAS Misawa, Japan and two NSF Diego Garcia/Gulf deployments with VP-1. In March 2000 I transfered to COMPATRECONFORPAC, MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii where now I am the WTU SS-3 Instructor. WTU is formerly TTT. I will never forget the great friends and fun times I had while in VP-47 at NAS Moffett Field, California (should have never moved). I would like to hear from any of the old VP-47 family. Two things I learned while in VP-47, the meaning of life and that Dirt-Bags RULE!..." [28APR2000]
HOHLER, David dlhohler@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-7 (1961) and flew as First Technician..." [30APR2016]
HOKANSON, LCDR Andy Retired andyhokanson@sprintmail.com "...VP-49 1958-59 ATAN-ATR2, NESEP 1959-63, VP-49 1964-66 LTJG-LT, VP-30 1966-68 LT, USS Bennington 1969 LT, USS Hornet 1970 LT, NAS Adak, Alaska 1971 LT, USNPGS 1971-72 LT, COMPATWINGSPAC 1973-74 LCDR, VP-47 1975-77 LCDR... I would like to hear from old Shipmates..." [BIO Updated 23NOV2000 | 21NOV2000]
HOKKANEN, Robert bob_tyyne@webtv.net "...Was assigned to VC-12 in 1949 and left in August 1950 as part of a AD-4W ASW Detachment (with CVG-2) heading for Korea between Septtember 1950 and June 1951. The Detachment was transferred to VC-11 at NAS North Island, San Diego, California upon our return and we never made it back to NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island. There are currently four of us AT's that have made contact (Cecil Baughman, Roger Harper, Neil Isaacson and me, Bob Hokkanen). We would like to hear from others from that time period to renew long-forgotten acquaintances. Anyone know where the VC-11 electronics shop folks from the mid 1951- 1952 time frame are? Was on the Boxer, Valley and Phil Sea from August 1950 through May 1951 with the Detachment from VC-12 at NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island. We were transferred to VC-11 and never made back to NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island. Four of us have made contact (Cecil Baughman, Neil Isaacson, Roger Harper and Bob Hokkanen). We were ASW operators on the AD-4W aircraft on the Korean operation and would like to hear from others..." [22OCT2005]
HOLBROOK, AMSC(ret) Mark MHolbrook@sprynet.com "...I enjoyed my time as the Maintenance Control CPO in VP-92 from 91-96. Had a great time with all the turners and burners. Great job to all the worker bees and had a blast. "where is the WO" Where do we get such men!!! Rick..." [30AUG98]
HOLBROOK, Scott (Vinny) vinnman@freewwweb.com "...VP-24 Batmen 88-93 deployed NAS Bermuda 88 NAS Sigonella, Sicily 89 Iceland 90-91 NAS Sigonella, Sicily 92 Faso Det NAS Jacksonville, Florida 93-96 back to hanger 1000 to VP-45 Pelicans From Hell deployed NAS Sigonella, Sicily 96 NAS Sigonella, Sicily 97-98 Getting a little sick of Sigonella! Looking for Diamond Dave and the Roth brothers (SEALS) from VP-24..." [10APR98]
HOLBROOK, Steven sholbrook1789@hotmail.com "...I served with VT-26 NAS Chase Field, Beeville, Texas from May 1975 til the end of my enlistment October 1978. I was a Plane Captain, in Corrosion Control and the A\F Shop. Let's get a Reunion together..." [23AUG2008]
HOLCOMB, AX2 Howard holsky@frontier.com "...I served with VP-2 (1967-1969) on Crew-4 and LCDR Beavert was our XO. We deployed to NS Sangley Point, Philippines, Saigon and NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [01NOV2010]
HOLCOMB, John Deceased (July 2004) FlyVB144@aol.com "... I joined the Navy February 12 1942. Following six weeks of boot camp Great Lakes Naval Station, I attended radio school San Point Naval Air Station Washington. Upon graduation I was ordered to report to VGS 11 (Escort Scouting squadron Eleven) consisting of F4F fighters and TBF (Avenger Torpedo Bombers) as radioman/tail gunner and immediately moved to Whidby Island. Our first mission was Submarine patrol. The squadron was then ordered to join the newly commissioned jeep aircraft carrier U.S.S. Altamaha. The first mission for the U. S. S. Alltamaha (CVE 18) was transporting aircraft, Marines, supplies and equipment to Esperito Santo in support of the marines fighting on Guadalcanal. Completing that mission the carrier joined the fleet as an operating carrier for a brief period off the coast of Esperito Santo then on to New Caledonia. From that point on primary duties of the U.S. S. Altamaha was transporting aircraft, supplies and personnel to various U.S. held strongholds through out the pacific. Completing that assignment she returned to San Diego, We trained pilots night and day in carrier take off and landings procedures. At this juncture I was ordered to report to VB-144 as one of the first enlisted men to come on board. Almost immediately on arrival I received orders to report to radar school, Corpus Christi Texas, upon completion I rejoined VB-144 Alameda Naval Air Station. Following intensive training, the squadron was ordered to Pearl Harbor Hawaii via the aircraft carrier U. S. S. Copahee (CVE 12). Arriving Pear Harbor, aircraft were off loaded and After a few minor repairs to the aircraft caused by heavy seas were flown to Kaneohe Bay where patrols were carried out daily. The squadron also acted as navigators for fighter and dive bomber aircraft to various Islands throughout the pacific starting with escorting aircraft to Midway and Guam from Kaneohee Bay. It was here that Lt. Brady tested the first under wing rockets for Admiral Nimitz and a host of other Navy brass. The squadron sent contingents for patrol duty to Johnston Atoll and Midway Island joining up at Johnston Atoll for Christmas Dec 25, 1943. We then returned to Kaneohe bay where the squadron departed in groups of three aircraft destination Tarawa. From Tarawa the squadron carried out patrols, bombing, reconnaissance and killer hunter strikes throughout the central pacific including the remainder of the Gilbert islands, Eastern Caroline and Marshall Islands in support of the island hopping campaign as it moved forward, moving to Roi Namur and kwajalien at this point we were using Tarawa, Roi Namur and Kwajalien in our air strikes. We became quite familiar with names such as, -Betio, Ailinglapalap. Ebey, Mille, Kusai, Wotje, Funa Futi, Nauru, Taroa, Majuro, Roi-Namur, Taonga, Jaluit, Kwajalein. Makin, Palmyra, Canton. All represented as small dots on the maps of the blue pacific ocean. Vega Ventura PV 1 Bu # 34757 ( Stardust) was crewed by ;Plane commander (PC) Lieut. F. O. Like(XO)----Co Pilot/Navigator Ens. Eugene E. Rowe---- Plane Captain, W. A. Reese AMNM1/c----Turret Gunner, R. . A. Fields AOM3/c Tail Gunner, T. B. Robinson AMM3/c----Radio/Radar operator, John Holcomb ARM1/c..." [E-Mail Updated 16DEC2001 | E-Mail Updated 29OCT2001 | BIO Updated 09OCT2001 | E-Mail Updated 05OCT2001 | E-Mail Updated 04OCT2001 | BIO Updated 30SEP2001 | E-Mail Updated 18NOV2000 | E-Mail Updated 08OCT2000 | 09OCT97]
HOLCOMB, L. J. "Roy" RH5906@worldnet.att.net "...Served with VP-47 from 1955 through 1960--reported aboard as AT-2 Departed as AT-1. Have pictures and cruise books that bring back lots of good memories. Flew as radioman first tech on various crews. Would like to chat with any former Crew or Squadron personel. Served with VP-7 from 1963 through 1970. Reported aboard as AXC(A) AC Departed as AWCS. Flew with a variety of crews prior to going into Quality Control. Have many pictures and crews books from that period..." [30JAN2000]
HOLCOMBE, James E. Jr. jeh@innova.net "...I was in VP-8 in 1963 when it lost the first P-3A and was on flight crew at that time. Our crew was to replace the flight that went down on station. We was put on hold to wait information about the missing plane when we learned it had went down..." [04APR2001]
HOLCOMBE, Russell T. bigpecair@aol.com "...I had the honor of beeing assigned to VP-56 at NAS Sigonella, Sicily in 1973. I was the NAF SAR Crewman and Air Traffic controller. I was tried as a experiment to do Air Control in a P-3 air-to-air. I am looking for Louie the Gross Out King Crew Chief on Crew 2 I belive. All of you guys were the greatest. You made flying my greatset adventure in the Navy. Give em hell Dragons!..." [16MAR2000]
HOLDEN, AM3 Kenneth L. kenh@bvsa.org "...I served with VP-23 (08/1960-08/1963) with a deployment to the Island of Malta. I married my wife of 56 years this April 28th at 5:30 in the afternoon on the Island of Malta and was discharged December 10th, 1959..." [19MAR2015]
HOLDEN, ATC Merlin Retired mholden16@tampabay.rr.com "...Served with VX-1 during the Cuban Blockade, moved VX-1 to NAS Norfolk, Virginia, and flew missions back around the Keys P2V tech, served 61-64..." [E-Mail Updated 15MAR2008 | 27NOV2001]
HOLDREITH, Harold (GREG) ghold62@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-8 from August 1, 1992-April 26,1994 (deploy to NS Roosevelt Roads, PR twice, Thule Greenland, Panama, and Turkey), NATTC Millington for AE "A" school, FRAMP in NAS Whidbey Island, Washington from May 1,1994-Aprril 3,1995, VP-40 from April 4, 1995-May 4, 1998 (Dodge, NAS Misawa, Japan, and Pohang), and AIMU Fallon, NV from May 28, 1998-June 1,2001. I am currently in VP-9 in MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii since June 2001. (Dodge--) and yes, I am still running all the time..." [17AUG2002]
HOLE, AWC Bob Retired bob@bugorama.com "...I served with VP-26 from 1960-1963, VP-23 from 1963-1965, COMFAIRALASKA from 1966-1967, VP-31 from 1967-1971, VP-47 from 1971-1975, and FASO from 1976-1978..." [E-Mail Updated 29MAY2003]
HOLEMAN, Herb desktop@herbertholeman.com "...I served (Reserve Training) aboard NAS Oakland, California (1949) and then FASRON-173..." [04MAR2013]
HOLLAND, Clarence c/o Mark Holland marmelemly@aol.com "...My Dad, Clarence Holland, served with VPB-119 and VPB-200 in 1945. Dad would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [22JAN2011]
HOLLAND, Don donholland@cox.net "...I served with VP-50 from 1969 to 1972 shipped and wound up in VA-5 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. An Externial wing tank fell on me and busted me up bad and was disabled 1976. I wish I had stayed in West Coast Navy..." [03OCT2009]
HOLLAND, Jay E. Retired gpjay84@aol.com "...Sure liked this web site although I only found 2 people I can remember. If there is anyone that was in crew 9 (Baron von Heimbuchers Express), VP-17 from 1965 (?) until the P-3 era. Have been reunited with some of my VP-17 Shipmates as well as a several of my crewmen from crew 9 after 33 years!..." [Updated E-Mail/BIO 20NOV2001 | 18JUN99]
HOLLAND, ATR2 John L. lawhol@bellsouth.net "...I served with VAW-11 from 1964 to 1969 when I left the Navy. First cruise aboard USS Constellation CVA-64 Det. Foxtrot May 1964 to December 1964. 2nd cruise USS Ticonderoga CVA 14 Det. Bravo 1965 to 1966. 3rd cruise USS Bon Homme Richard CVA-31 1969. I was on shore duty when VAW-11 became RVAW-110. A lot of the guys I worked with I remember quite well..." [26JUN2004]
HOLLAND, Joe jholland@swame.com "...I was assigned to VT-26 between July 1969 and July 1971. I was assigned to the Personnel Office. I have fond memories of my time at Chase Field and Beeville, Texas. I transferred in July 1971 to ARDM-2 USS ALAMAGORDO in Charleston, SC. Anyone stationed there during that time should feel free to contact me. I have been trying hard to locate Bradford McColl..." [26JAN2004]
HOLLAND, Sean shdgh@aol.com "...I served in (VP-17) SEVENTEEN from March of '88 to April of '91 as a SS-3 on Crew 8, "Ain't no rules in a knife fight". I moved on to a Tour at ASWOC Deigo Garcia, TSC NS Rota, Spain, USS ENTERPRISE(CVAN/CVN-65) and currently I am teaching (ASWOC) TSC Operator course at Dam Neck, VA. If you would like to drop a line and say "HOWDY" I would appreciate the opportunity to correspond..." [07JAN99]
HOLLAND, W. A. billyswift@brooksdata.net "...Looking for crewman PATSU August 1945 - 1945. I served on Attu FAW-4 Navy PB4Y2 (Privateer) in 1945..." [07JUL2000]
HOLLAWAY, LT Bill retldousn02@gmail.com "...I served aboard Fleet Support Detachment NAS Cubi Point, Philippines and had the pleasure to fly with several crews from VQ-1 (PR-31, PR-32 and PR-33) from June 1972 until June 1974. I was a COMmunications INTelligence (COMINT) Evaluator with CTs stationed at NCS San Miguel and attached to NAS Cubi Point, Philippines..." [09MAR2013]
HOLLAWAY, WO1 Billy Dean retldousn@icloud.com "......" [30APR2022]
HOLLAWAY, CTT1(SS) Billy retldousn02@gmail.com "...I served (TAD) with VP-48 (01/1969-03/1960) at NAS Adak, Alaska. I qualified as a ESM/Julie Operator in February 1969..." [10MAR2013]
HOLLE, AM3 Richard J. holledn@comcast.net "...I served with VP-6 (1952-1953) and VC-35 (1954-1955). I left the service as AM3. I remember the names of those listed as serving from 1952-1953 but do not see the names of any metalsmiths that served during that period. Only have one regret and that is not having made a career of the Navy. Also if there is a copy of the VP-6 1953 Guam tour I would be interested..." [E-Mail Updated 06OCT2011 | 08JAN2002]
HOLLEBEKE, AWC Van "Chief Beke" Retired vanholl@worldnet.att.net "...I came to VP-31 as an AW-2 from the VS community IN San Diego in May 1976. My first tour of duty as an instructor in the P-3B lasted until from Apr 76 - May 79. From there, I went to Recruiting Duty until Sep. 1980. Made a tour to NAS Keflavik, Iceland from Aug 80 - Dec 83. Departed the land of Fire and Ice to Commander, Patrol Wing Ten (CPW-10) Commander, Patrol Wing Ten (Commander, Patrol Wing Ten (CPW-10)) at NAS Moffett Field, California in Jan 1984. After making AWC, I Left Wing-10 in Apr 87 to join VP-19 just before deployment to Diego Garcia. I spent the next 3 years as the AW shop chief and retired from the USN while attached to VP-19 in NAS Misawa, Japan in Dec. 1990. Am now living in Washington State..." [16FEB99]
HOLLENBECK, Bill billnkar@aol.com "...I was in VP 47 from '61 to '64. I was an AT and flew the "panel" position in RD11, known as "Seashell11"..." [21JAN99]
HOLLERN, Steve shollern@flash.net "...I served with VP-702 (10/1963-08/1969) at NAS Dallas, Texas. I trained at NAS Millington, Tennessee as Jezebel Operator and flew with Commanding Officer Glenn Truitt. We deployed to NS Rota, Spain and successfully located a Soviet sub in Med that active duty forces had attempted to locate for three days. I am currently a CPA in civilian life..." [18JAN2012]
HOLLIDAY, Doc webmaster@navyspecialoperations.com "...VP-31 - Flight Engineer School - Mar to Aug 1980, VP-48 - Flight Engineer - Sep 80 to Sep 82, VP-31 - Maintenance Material Control Officer (MMCO) - Sep 82 to Dec 84, VP-40 - MMCO, QAO, AMO - Dec 84 to Mar 89. Would like to be listed in directory and would like to correspond with any NAS Moffett Field, California VPers and specifically any "Fighting Marlins" from the NAS Moffett Field, California era (1980 to 1989)..." [E-Mail Updated 09AUG2003 | 14MAY98]
HOLLIDAY, AMS3 Michael mikeholliday412@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-24 (1984-1988) with deployments to NAS Bermuda (Tire Shop fiberglass repair) and NAS Sigonella, Sicily (Tire Shop with AMS1 DeJesus). I also was TAD to AIMD NAS Jacksonville, Florida..." [02OCT2012]
HOLLIMAN, AOM2C Walt waltholli@aol.com "...I served with VPB-74 from April 1944 at Elizabeth City NC through Colon R de P, Galapagos Islands until after VJ day, then back to Panama, then a 3 plane Air Sea Rescue detachment to NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba until May of 1946. AOM2C on CAC # 3. Have attended several Reunion and look forward to the next one..." [26JAN2002]
HOLLIN, AD2 Ottis ottishollon@gmail.com "...I served with VP-26 from 1953 until 1956. I flew with Crew 4. Was a great experince. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [22MAR2009]
HOLLINGER, Harold hollyvp81@webtv.net "...VP-81 23JAN42 A/C PBY-5A: I was a crew member of the ill-fated flight that crashed at Oregon Inlet. I was not aboard this flight because I was standing dowm to make room for a Paramount newsreel cameraman and a photographer for the Associated Press. However, these two men were not aboard this flight as their authorization arrived from Washington too late..." [09SEP98]
HOLLISTER, AD1 Don donh@mwr.is or donh@mediaone.net "...I served in in VP-24 from 92-95. I did deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, where I'm now stationed, and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Looking forward to hearing from you..." [31JAN98]
HOLLENBERG, Andrew ahollen@clientele.com "...Hey all you VP BB stackers and Yellow Shirts. I served in VP-24 from 87-90 out of good old NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Give me a hollar if you were there during the same time frame..." [12MAR98]
HOLLICK, Thomas C. thollick@yahoo.com "...I joined VP-11 Jan 1973 in NAS Brunswick, Maine 3 days after the squadron departed for Subic Bay. I worked in the power plants shop and made 3 deployments, two to NAS Bermuda and one to NS Rota, Spain/ NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. I departed VP-11 from NAS Bermuda in June 1976. It was nice to find this page and remember the good times..." [E-Mail Updated 09FEB2000 | 16MAY99]
HOLLINSWORTH, AWC Jack Retired jhollinsw@yahoo.com "...I started my VP tours with VP-2 in Feb 1956, I ended my tours with VP-1 in NOV 1981. In between there was VP-17, VP-31, VP-19 CRAZY CATS [ARMY], ASWOC P.I., and ASWOC School Dam Neck. Would like to hear from anyone who knew me or has heard of me. Retired from the Navy in Nov 81 and retired from construction Nov 98..." [21FEB99]
HOLLIS, YN3 Rich damn.seven@suddenlink.net "...HELLO - HS-74 & I'm a PLANK owner of HSL-74, I was the Training Petty Officer for HSL-74 under Chief Petty Officer Larry O'Connell, and LCDR M. Shewchuck (all USNR-R (TAR)). I re-enlisted & was stationed at the Naval Reserve Command, NAS New Orleans, Louisiana..." [27SEP2007]
HOLLIS, CDR Robert H. rhhollis@sky.net "...I have enjoyed sixteen years of retirement from my business and from the navy. The wife and I are still going strong and hope to have many more. For those of you who might be reading this brief history, may it jog your memory and start a post our way. While at Kansas State College, Manhattan, KS in 1942 I joined the V-5 program in Kansas City, Missouri and was deferred until Aug 1943 when I reported to NAVAL FLT. PREP. SCHOOL in Momouth Il. class 8/43; departed 10/43 for WTS at Ontario, OR. class 44E; 12/43 to 3/44 was at PREFLIGHT SCHOOL at St Marys, CA. class 12C-43; 4/44 to 8/44 PRIMARY FLIGHT TRAINING at Livermore,CA. class 4A-44; 8/44 to 2/45 INTERMEDIATE FLIGHT TRAINING at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas. class 8-44; Graduated Ensign on Feb. 5, 1945. 2/45 to 4/45 PRE OPERATIONAL (PBY) at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas; 4/45 to 6/45 OPERATIONAL TRAINING (PBY) at NAS Jacksonville, Florida; 7/45 to 12/45 OPERATIONAL TRAINING (PB4Y) at NAS Hutchinson, KS. 10/50 to 1/56 Squadron VP-771 at NAS Los Alamitos, California. In 1951 the squadron won the NOEL DAVIS TROPHY for VP. 9/51 married Margaret W. Parrish and son Larry was born 3/54. 1/56 to 8/56 VP-774 at NAS Los Alamitos, California. Moved to Overland Park, KS. to join my brother in the firm of Hollis & Miller Arch-Engr. 9/56 to 6/65 VP-882 at NAS Olathe, Kansas. 7/59 to 6/65 was the squadron Executive Officer. 7/65 to 9/67 VP-883; 10/67 to 12/69 NARS-88 at NAS Olathe, Kansas where I transferred to the Retired Reserve..." [30AUG99]
HOLLISTON, Lee Iblee61108@aol.com "...I jointed VP-2 in mid year of 1958 and was there till June 1960 when I got out and came back to the midwest (Belvidere, Il) to settle down. It would be good to hear from any of the guys from that time period. I was a crew member on YC-3. I will be going to the Reunion in Whidbey this August 23 through 26..." [25JUN2000]
HOLLMAN, ADJ2 Ted tedster52@comcast.net "...I served with VP-50 from 1971 to 1974..." [07JUN2011]
HOLLOSI, AVMM1 Peter Jr - submitted by his son Peter M. Hollosi PHollosi@AOL.com "...My Dad was in WW 2, AvM/M 1stC Peter Hollosi, Jr. He served aboard the U.S.S. Lexington and the U.S.S. Wright. He was assigned to VP-14 NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii (was there 7 Dec. 1941), VP-12 (Black Cats), and VPB-2 NAS Banana River, Florida. I would sincerly appreciate any info on missions, R & R, etc. I never got tired of his war stories..." [04APR98]
HOLLOWAY, John A. Jr. Retired johnafthrs@cox.net "...I served with VP-44 as a FE from 1973 to 1977 then transfered to NAF Naval Air Development Center, Warminster, Pennsylvania where I flew P-3A's, of which the first P-3 was one and also YP-3C, P-3C's, Update I, Update II and the first Update III which at the time was the newest P-3 in the fleet. I retired in 1981 after recovering from a heart attack and now live in Connecticut. I would love to here from any of my old Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 27DEC2003 | E-Mail Updated 22DEC2000 | 15DEC98]
HOLLY, AME3 Michael Jr. mholly01@attbi.com "...I served VP-92 from 1985-1991 as an AME. I am currently in the Massachusetts Air National Guard working on F15 jet engines. I sure do miss NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts. I now live in Whitman not far from NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts. They still have not done anything with it since it closed..." [09FEB2003]
HOLM, ATC Dick Retired dick_holmboe@hp.com "...I served with VP-91 from about 1977 to 1987..."
HOLM, ASC Kenneth Retired k1919j1502@gmail.com "...I served aboard NATU NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island from June 1960 to November 1963, Helicopter Utility Squadron TWO (HU-2), USS Franklin D. Roosevelt (CVA-42) and retired in 1981..." [E-Mail Updated 02AUG2010 | 21MAY2009]
HOLMAN, Bob Rtholmanjr@aol.com "...I was in VP-48 from late 89 till Decom. I was in Crew 10 during the Kadena/ NAS Cubi Point, Philippines deloyment. I was the Nav also on Crew 6 with Rick Power R the D. After Decom went to VP-47 along with Kevin Hendricks..." [19MAY98]
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