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Reunion VP-20 through VP-29Reunion

VP-20

REUNION: "...PATROL BOMBING SQUADRON 20 - Durango, CO; Oct. 4-7, 2000 - Contact Gene Lazo - 147 High Lane - Durango, CO 81301-8807 - (970) 259-5582 - E-mail bjl@frontier.net - Shit Colors - Volume 45 Issue #3 - July - September 2000..." WebSite: http://www.npc.navy.mil/NR/rdonlyres/B8D7AF71-F761-47FD-8A0A-D836E34691E5/0/2000JULSC.pdf [18NOV2005]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VPB-20: John W. Kraus (410)833-3688..." VFW Magazine May 1998 Page 52 WebSite: http://www.vfw.org/magazine/51.shtml [07MAY98]


VP-21

REUNION: "...VP-22 Reunion 2009 - September 17-20, 2009 at Cocoa Beach, FL. Contact WHITE, AT Sidney "Bud" white1@cfl.rr.com or 321 723-5544 for details..." Contributed by WHITE, AT Sidney "Bud" white1@cfl.rr.com [10JAN2009]

REUNION: "...VP-21/VPB-111 Veterans Association will hold its next Reunion May 7-9, 2007 at Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Please jump over to http://www.vp-21navy.org for further details..." Contributed by NELSON, CAPTAIN Bob Retired sudabay@aol.com [02SEP2006]

REUNION: "...The next Reunion for the VPB-111 and VP-21 Veterans Association will take place in Portland, ME on May 23 - 25, 2005. Contact person is Bill Locke reunion@vp-21.org. Also find Reunion details on http://www.vp-21navy.org...Bill Locke reunion@vp-21.org..." [19JUL2004]

REUNION: "...VETERANS ASSOCIATION (VPB-111/VP-21): 22-24 Oct ‘01, Virginia Beach, VA. Contact Warren Massey, 1133 Burlington Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, (804) 495-0789..." http://www.fra.org/reunions/ [03JUN2001]

REUNION: "...A small group of Shipmates from VP-21 are planning a mini-Reunion in New Ulm Minnesota July 21-23, 2000. If anyone is interested in joining us make reservations ASAP at Jackpot Junction Hotel under VP-21. The phone number is 1-800-946-2274. Shipmates already registered are Al Vaughn, Bill Fitzgerald, Marlyn Anderson, Chuck Neihoff, and Ron Hoffmann. If anyone can make it drop me a line...Ron Hoffmann ronhoff@execpc.com..." [25APR2000]

REUNION: "...Someone was asking about VP-21 Reunions of which I just returned from one in Brunswick, ME. We have them on every 2 years on odd years. The next one is scheduled for Virginia Beach, VA in 2001. The one we just had in Brunswick was a blast. Some of the guys I hadn't seen since 1957. Thanks Norm you did a great job. If anyone is looking for someone from VP-21, I have a list with over 1200 names dating back to the 40's..." Contributed by AOC John Carvitto, Retired JCARVI5910@JUNO.COM [08OCT99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VPB-21 (WW II Squadron) celebrating 55th anniversary in April 1999 in Philadelphia (Mt. Laurel NJ). Contact Don Sweet at sweetusn@aol.com or PO Box 532, Midland Park, NJ 07432..." [01NOV98]

REUNION: "...15SEP99--The next VPB-111/VP-21 Reunion will be held in Brunswick, ME from 15-19 September 1999. Several activities are being planned including a Casco Bay Dinner Cruise, Golf, an NASB and squadron tour, Freeport (L.L. Bean) shopping, an old fashioned New England Clam Bake, dedication of a memorial plaque to fallen squadron members, and a dinner banquet. More information will be provided as it becomes available. Start making your plans for our 1999 homecoming Reunion..." Contributed by William J. Locke blocke@clinic.net [01AUG98]

REUNION: "...VP-21 / VPB-111 (WW-II) (1948-1969) on 3-6 September `97 at Knoxville, TN Contact W. Ross Conners 2020 Ranch Road Dandridge, TN 37725 Phone (423)397-6258 Source FRA Web Site" http://www.teleport.com/~jgriffin/newdata.htm


VP-22

REUNION: "...VP-22 2012 Reunion - Thursday, 12 July 2012 to Monday morning, 16 July, 2012..." Contributed by WHITE, AT Sidney "Bud" white1@cfl.rr.com [26SEP2011]

A Reunion for all shipmates from the P2V Neptune era will be held at Lincoln City, Oregon. Our Shipmate, Dr. Glenn Pfau and his lovely wife Arlene, have graciously volunteered to host our reunion once again with the Pfau Lighthouse (http://www.pfaulighthouse.com) as our headquarters and Dunlap Lodge for additional housing and other activities.

Thursday, 12 July 2012: Extra Day--for those come in a day early; on your own.

Friday, 13 July 2012: Reception & dinner at the Lighthouse (4:00PM till 9:00PM)

Saturday, 14 July 2012: Breakfast at the Lighthouse

Saturday night, 14 July 2012: Dinner out at a restaurant together (with Bud and Glenn serving as MCs).

Sunday, 15 July 2012: Breakfast at Dunlap Lodge cooked by VP-22 ol' codgers.

Sunday night, 15 July 2012: Dinner at the Lighthouse (cooked again by the VP-22 ol' codgers--Barbecue)

Monday morning, 16 July 2012: Breakfast at the Lighthouse

Monday morning, 16 July, 2012: 11:00 AM: Departure

Please forward this email to any Shipmates you have in your address book to help us get the word out. RSVP to Bud White at 'white1@cfl.rr.com' or (321) 723-5544 if you plan to attend. I will send more detailed information at a later date. Hats, T-Shirts etc. are being designed by Art Chase and will be available only for those attending. Favorable rates at a local motel that is one block from the Dunlop Lodge have been negotiated.

REUNION: "...VP-22 Reunion 2009 - September 17-20, 2009 at Cocoa Beach, FL. Contact WHITE, AT Sidney "Bud" white1@cfl.rr.com or 321 723-5544 for details..." Contributed by WHITE, AT Sidney "Bud" white1@cfl.rr.com [10JAN2009]

REUNION: "...VP-22 (P2V ERA) Shipmate Reunion August 22, 2008 through 26th. Place is Lincoln City, Oregon at the Light House Resort. Contact Jerry Rauscher (j2crausch@msn.com) or (303) 980 8213 for more information. Love to see you all there..." Contributed by RAUSCHER, ATC Jerry j2crausch@msn.com [03FEB2008]

REUNION: "...VP-22 ALL HANDS SQUADRON PARTY/Reunion February 2003 in Las Vegas (exact dates to be announced). Open to ALL personnel (and famlies) who served in VP-22 regardless of rank, time served or type of plane. This is going to be one BIG honkin' party! If you've missed the other little Reunions, don't miss this Blue Goose Bash! PASS THE WORD. CONTACT: Don Magruder magcon@webtv.net...Don Magruder magcon@webtv.net..." [16MAR2002]

REUNION: "...VP-22 Reunion September 23-26, 2002 in Tillamook, OR for 1956-1960 era and others from the P2V-5 and 5F era who wish to attend. For information contact me...Art Chase djlf@worldnet.att.net..." [16MAR2002]

REUNION: "...VP-22 P2V-5 era Blue Goose personnel: There's a flock of us Old Geesers very much alive and well, passing around e-mail, photos, addresses and sea stories. We're renewing old friendships, making new friends and reviving memories. Have you thought about NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, Ewakuni, NAS Kodiak, Alaska and your time in VP-22? Would you like to share your memories with other guys who've been there and know what you're talking about? Then climb on board and join our Old Geesers crew. Drop me an e-mail...Don Magruder magcon@webtv.net..." [29APR2001]

REUNION: "...2-4 NOV2001: VP-22 is having their 2001 Reunion in Pensacola, Fl November 2-4, 2001. Contact Mike Briggs at MVB_7@HOTMAIL.COM or Mark Leaf at MARK.LEAF@copbfl.com..." Contributed by Mike Briggs at MVB_7@HOTMAIL.COM [24APR2001]

REUNION: "...I am looking for VP-22 Shipmate from 1960 to 1964 era and possible Reunion in 2000 or 2001 and talk about NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii & NAS Iwakuni, Japan...Gary Robinson, PN2, USN gary_iu_robinson@yahoo.com..." [08SEP2000]

REUNION: "...VP-22, October 13-15, Santa Clara Valley, CA. Looking for guys who shared the Barbers Point experience during 1967-1970 with deployments to Naha/CRB(68)and Sangley/(Cavite)/Utapoa(69-70). Officers and Enlisted. Crews 2, 3, 10 and 12 now well represented; looking for more guys and ground-pounders. Planning tour of Moffett, NASA, local aviation museums to include BUNO 150520 at the Western Aerospace Museum at Oakland Airport and lots of reminiscing. Contact Pete Lindberg, plindberg@surfnetusa.com..." Contributed by plindberg@surfnetusa.com mvb_7@hotmail.com [29JUL2000]

REUNION: "...VP-22 Reunion this summer in the Reno/Tahoe area? Later part of July?? Let's get it rolling..." Contributed by Michael Briggs mvb_7@hotmail.com [E-Mail Updated 15MAR2001 | 14JAN2000]

REUNION: "...The next VP-22 Reunion -- for all officers, their families and friends who served from 1959 to 1967 -- is in San Diego, CA from Wednesday, October 26 to Sunday, October 29,2000 at the Bahia Resort Hotel. Sightseeing, shopping tours, golf tournament, Tijuana shopping and lunch are some events planned, especially for Friday -- a free day. Friday Night: Cocktails, buffet and dancing on a large, private sternwheeler for several hours on Mission Bay. Sat urday: A free day. Saturday Night: A cruise across the Bay to the Catamaran Resort Hotel for a catered barbecue buffet bash on the beach. Sunday: Brunch aboard a sternwheeler. Contact Captain John L. Kauth - USNavy (Ret.) at sandjkauth@aol.com; or, 858-270-4823; or, 1311 La Palma St., No, 6, San Diego, CA 92109 for details and literature..." Contributed by Captain John L. Kauth - USNavy (Ret.) at sandjkauth@aol.com [13NOV99]

REUNION: "...I'm trying to find Officers and Enlisted who served with VP-22 from 1960 thru 1965 for a possible Reunion. Have already located a few please email me and lets see what we can get together...Ed Minahan edsigns@floodcity.net..." [13NOV99]

REUNION: "...To all of the VP-28 and VP-22 guys from 1966 through 1970: Quite a few of us have tracked each other down all over the country and several of us are getting the urge to get a Reunion together sometime in 2000. Drop me a line if you are intered. It would be great to see the faces and hear the stories after 30 years. Whew, where did they go!..." Contributed by Ken Kriner WOCOWBOY1@AOL.COM [23OCT99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...C'mon now...can't we get some boomers together for another one? Drop a line and I'll try to co-ordinate something for once in my life. God knows I never found a sub!!..." Contributed by Robert C. Myer bobmyer@alumni.pitt.edu [21JAN99]

REUNION: "...VPHL-2/VP-22, 1st annual squadron reunion, JUL 1997, Las Vegas, NV: Roy J. Bailets, 44049 Halcom Ave., Lancaster, CA 93536-6053 (805) 948-2305" http://www.erols.com/dutrauch/reunions.html


VP-23

REUNION: "...VP-23 Reunion schedule for Thompson Point, Brunswick Maine on July 25th, 2015..." Contributed by Daniel MacWalters dsmacwal@hotmail.com [26JAN2015]

REUNION: "...PB2Y Flying Boat Squadrons (VE-1, VP/VPB-1, VP-2, VPB-4, VP/VPB-13, VP/VPB-15, VP-23, VP-24, VP-71, VP/VPB-100, VP-102, VPB-104, VPB-200, FAW-2, FAW-3, FAW-14, VR-2 and VR-8) are having a Reunion. October 26-29, 2006 in Tucson, Arizona. Please contact Jeff Eden jeden@teamshoppremiums.com or (480)-767-1175 for further information..." Contributed by Bob Cooley robtcool@aol.com [05JUL2006]

REUNION: "...VPB-114, VPW-3, VPM-3, VP-HL-3, VX-4, VP-23, VJ-2 and VW-4, Oct 12-15, 2005, Pensacola, FL. Contact: HURRICANE HUNTERS, 2818 Cedarcrewst Dr., Orange Park, FL 32073 (904)264-6078...Wings Of Gold - Winter 2004/05 Magazine - Page 57..." WebSite: Association of Naval Aviation http://www.anahq.org/ [15APR2005]

REUNION: "...SQUADRON Reunion ANNOUNCEMENT. "U. S. Navy VP/VPB-23 Reunion Oct - 4 Oct 7, 2001 San Diego, CA U.S.Grant Hotel -- Memorial Service for fallen comrades North Island Chapel Oct 4, 2001 - 10AM -11AM. WWII PBY Pilots and Aircrewmen of VP/VPB-23 who flew in Pacific War 1941-1945 for further information Contact Don Klotz DKlotzVP23@AOL.com (203) 762-9111..." Contributed by Francis H. Clifton FHCPBYFOR@Webtv.net [13JUN2001]

REUNION: "...REUNION: 8 - 10 February 2002 at Pensacola FL . For all personnel who served in VP-23 between 1951 - 1955. For details see: http://www.mindspring.com/~capnbilly/vp23_reunltr.htm or contact Jack Martin jwmartin@gate.net or Elmer Wilcox Herkyjean@yahoo.com..." Contributed by Billy Rawl billy@capnbilly.com [26MAR2001]

REUNION: "...September 14-17, 2000: VP-23 in Colorado Springs, CO. Hotel and details to be announced later..." PBY Catalina International Association Volume 12 Number 1, 2000 [12AUG2000]

REUNION: "...The 25th Reunion of VW-4 (Hurricane Hunters) and its predecessor squadrons (VPB-114/VPM3/VPW3/VPHL3/VP-23/VJ-2) and those crews of VX-4 who flew hurricanes in the PB-1W. We will meet in Pensacola, Florida from 20-24 September 2000..." Contributed by Bob Fitzsimmons granfitz@leading.net [01FEB2000]

REUNION: "...20-24 October 1999, NAS Pensacola, Florida. Contact: D. Klotz, 296 Millstone Road., Wilton, CT 06897. 203-762-9111..." Proceeding/September 1999 Page 124 [04SEP99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VP-23 Navy Seahawks '55 To '58. October 5, 1999. Tucson, Arizona. Point of Contact: Ken Deller, 12113 Palm Springs Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111-5419. Phone: 505.298.5705 or E-Mail: kensand@flash.net..." [07MAY99]

REUNION: "...VP/VPB-23 (WWII PBY Sqdn. So Pac '41-45): Don Klotz (203)762-9111..." VFW Magazine May 1999 Page 53 WebSite: http://www.vfw.org/ [06MAY99]

REUNION: "...I am Bob Fitzsimmons, and I have the honor to serve as president of an organization known as "Hurricane Hunters, Inc." We are a non-profit corporation located at 2818 Cedarcrest Drive, Orange Park, FL 32073-6512. We rewpresent all of the squadrons which had hurricane/tropical storm reconnaissance as their mission from 1943 through 1975. Those squadrons are: VPB-114; VPW-3; VPM-3; VPHL-3; VP-23; VJ-2; and VW-4. We also have in our membership fields those flight crews from VX-4 in the years 1946 to late 1951 who actually flew in any storm and were under the direction of the Naval Weather Service. This upcoming Asheville reunion in September will be our 24th. The 25th is upcoming in 2000 but the dates are not yet locked in stone. Pensacola is the place. Additional information will follow..." Contributed by Robert Fitzsimmons, Jr granfitz@leading.net [10MAR99]

REUNION: "...VP/VPB-23 - WW II, 1941-1945 all hands and guests. Pensacola, FL, October 20-24, 1999. Contact Don Klotz, 296 Millstone Road, Wilton, CT. 06897. Also, get squadron Newsletter "BLACK CAT LOG", $20/yr. Sumitted by Francs H. Clfton 1/5/99..." Contributed by Francis H. Clifton FHCPBYFOR@webtv.net [06JAN99]

REUNION: "...00OCT99--Attention all Seahawks in VP-23, during time of Sept. 1954 until Sept. 1958. We are planning a Reunion in Tucson, Arizona, Oct. 1999. Anyone interested in attending, please contact Ken Deller at 12113 Palm Springs Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111-5419 or e-mail me ASAP..." Contributed by Ken Deller kensand@flash.net [24DEC98]

REUNION: "...VP/VPB-23 PBY Pilots: Don Klotz (203)762-9111..." VFW Magazine May 1998 Page 52 WebSite: http://www.vfw.org/magazine/51.shtml [07MAY98]

REUNION: "...SPRING 1998--If you were an enlisted man in VP-23 from about January 1952 until December of 1954 and would like to attend a reunion in the spring of 1998 in San Antonio, Texas write to Jerry Ristow, 739 Glenn Dr. Waukesha, WI 53188. Or Alex Harpowiski at amyheidi@voyager.net..."

REUNION: "...08OCT97--(1941-45) SanDiego, California. Contact Don Klotz, phone (203)762-9111 or FAX 762-9763..." DAV Sept/Oct 97 Page 31

REUNION: "...05SEP97--...for those from the vintage years of VP-23, there is a planned reunion in Brunswick, ME, Sept 5-6 1997. Reservation at the Radisson Eastlant Hotel, Portland. For information, call Bob Bingham at 972-292-1105..." Contributed by Franklyn P. Smith star@mnsinc.com

REUNION: "...In honor of the 50-year anniversary commemoration of VJ Day and the end of World War II, the first all-squadron reunion of pilots and aircrewmen who flew PBYs in World War II will be held Aug. 31-Sept. 95 at the U.S. Grant Hotel. The reunion will bring together more than 100 members of the U.S. Navy Patrol Bombing Squadron VP/VPB-23, one of the oldest squadrons in naval aviation. In 1944, the original squadron VP-23 was reformed at North Island and redesignated VPB-23..." http://sddt.com/files/library/95headlines/DN95_08_28/LOCALS95_08_28.html

REUNION: "...Navy Hurricane Hunters (VPB-114, VPW-3, VPM-3, VPHL-3, VX-4, VP-23, VJ-2 & VW-4), 31 OCT-2 NOV 1997, Kissimmee, FL: Hurricane Hunters, 2818 Cedarcrest Dr., Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 264-6078 " http://www.erols.com/dutrauch/reunions.html


VP-24

REUNION: "...VP-24 Reunion on September 14th through 16th, 2017 at Virginia Beach, Va. Contact Dick Powell at 708-609-1203 or E-Mail dickpowell816@aol.com for information and details..." Contributed by Dick Powell dickpowell816@aol.com [17APR2017]

REUNION: "...VP-24 Reunion on October 16th through 19th, 2014 at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. Contact CPO Preston L. ROSE, Retired at mdrebel@md.metrocast.net for information and details..." Contributed by Larry Bennett lbennett@bedsonreps.com [06MAR2014]

REUNION: "...VP-24 Reunion in Jacksonville Florida, November 3rd through 6th, 2011. Contact Jim Burris burrisjr@bellsouth.net or (904)778-8507 - October 21 through 24, 2010 - Charleston, SC - POC Preston L. Rose mdrebel@md.metrocast.net, 22146 Chancellors Run Road, Great Mills, MD 20634..." Contributed by Troy Randall randallsnfl@comcast.net [20APR2011]

REUNION: "...VP-24 Reunion - October 21 through 24, 2010 - Charleston, SC - POC Preston L. Rose mdrebel@md.metrocast.net, 22146 Chancellors Run Road, Great Mills, MD 20634..." Contributed by ROSE, CPO Preston L. mdrebel@md.metrocast.net [Updated Reunion Date 09MAR2010 | 19JAN2010]

REUNION: "...VP-24 (VB-104, VPB-104, VP-104, VP-HL-4, VA(HM)-13) Batmen Reunion 24th VP-24 Batmen Reunion, Memphis, TN., October 16-19, 2008..." Contributed by WITMER, AD1(AC) Jon A. Retired jwitmer59@comcast.net [15APR2008]

REUNION: "...VP-24 (VB-104, VPB-104, VP-104, VP-HL-4, VA(HM)-13) Batmen Reunion 2007 Reunion Notice..." Contributed by MASSA, Andy navyvp24@hotmail.com [14JAN2005]

REUNION: "...PB2Y Flying Boat Squadrons (VE-1, VP/VPB-1, VP-2, VPB-4, VP/VPB-13, VP/VPB-15, VP-23, VP-24, VP-71, VP/VPB-100, VP-102, VPB-104, VPB-200, FAW-2, FAW-3, FAW-14, VR-2 and VR-8) are having a Reunion. October 26-29, 2006 in Tucson, Arizona. Please contact Jeff Eden jeden@teamshoppremiums.com or (480)-767-1175 for further information..." Contributed by Bob Cooley robtcool@aol.com [05JUL2006]

REUNION: "...VP-24 (VB-104, VPB-104, VP-104, VP-HL-4, VA(HM)-13) Batmen Reunion 2005 Reunion Notice - Richard Call (Nashville, TN) and Johnny Finch (Bumpass, VA) will be hosting the 2005 VP-24 Reunion! We are eager to host this event in the Norfolk-Virginia Beach area. NAS Norfolk served as VP-24's home base from 1959 to 1967! Many of our shipmates reside in the Tidewater area. We have already done some preliminary work, have identified a couple of venue options, and are shooting for a Sept- Oct timeframe. After the first of the year, we'll nail down a specific headquarters hotel as well as an activities agenda. We are presently thinking about two days of activities - one day in the Norfolk area and one-day in the Virginia Beach area - including a great spouses program!..." Contributed by MASSA, Andy navyvp24@hotmail.com [14JAN2005]

REUNION: "...VP-24 (VB-104, VPB-104, VP-104, VP-HL-4, VA(HM)-13) Batmen Reunion 2005 Reunion Notice - Richard Call (Nashville, TN) and Johnny Finch (Bumpass, VA) will be hosting the 2005 VP-24 Reunion! We are eager to host this event in the Norfolk-Virginia Beach area. NAS Norfolk served as VP-24's home base from 1959 to 1967! Many of our shipmates reside in the Tidewater area. We have already done some preliminary work, have identified a couple of venue options, and are shooting for a Sept- Oct timeframe. After the first of the year, we'll nail down a specific headquarters hotel as well as an activities agenda. We are presently thinking about two days of activities - one day in the Norfolk area and one-day in the Virginia Beach area - including a great spouses program!...SEE: VP-24 Alumni Association..." Contributed by MASSA, Andy navyvp24@hotmail.com [14JAN2005]

REUNION: "...VP-24 Batmen Reunion 2002 - September 12th to 15th..." Contributed by MASSA, Andy Shipmate Pix navyvp24@hotmail.com [26JAN2002]

REUNION: "...VP-24 - Richard Powell (708) 848-1568..." VFW Magazine June/July 2001 Page 50 Reunions aned Claims http://www.vfw.org/magazine/ [17JUN2001]

REUNION: "...VP-24 2001 REUNION Ahoy mates! Sometimes life comes full circle. For those of us who began our Naval careers at Great Lakes Training Center, full circle is the weekend of Oct 6, 2001. Mark that weekend down on your calender. We will be gathering at the Ramada Inn Waukegan, which is close to the base. We will be sending information to all who are listed on the VP-24 website and anyone who contacts us by e-mail or phone. We will have activities and some surprises for all who attend. We will be the guests-of-honor at a recruit graduation.The room rate is $75.00, and remember to tell them you're with VP-24 to get the special rate. We had a great turnout in Pensacola, and we're looking forward to seeing more new faces at Waukegan. The contacts for the reunion are: Dick Powell 816 Highland Ave. Oak Park, Ill 60304 708/848-1568 e-mail rpowell@ci.river-forest.il.us Frank Brizek 877/928-8695--708/499-5968..." Contributed by Richard Powell rpowell@CI.RIVER-FOREST.IL.US [19MAR2001]

REUNION: "...The VP-24 Batmen Reunion 2000 has been set for November 09-12, 2000 in Pensacola, Florida. This is the same weekend as the annual Blue Angels Homecoming show at NAS Pensacola's Sherman Field. Make this the most memorable reunion to date by joining us at the cradle of Naval Aviation...E-Mail to Reunion Chairman: vp24batmen@aol.com...http://www.geocities.com/vp24_batmen/..." Contributed by William R. (Bill) Love Jr. AXC(AC) USN/RET bilbiker@suscom-maine.net [18FEB2000]

REUNION: "...VP-24 Reunion to be held in Pensacola November 10 -12 at the Pensacola Grand Hotel. Reunion will coincide with the Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show as well as a tour of the National Museum of Naval Aviation. Point of contact is Jack Claugherty jclaughert@aol.com, 1830 Mate Circle, Cantonment, Fl. 32533, 850-937-0853 (home), 850-968-9556 (fax)..." Contributed by Jack Claugherty jclaughert@aol.com [02FEB2000]

REUNION: "...29-31 October 1999, Dayton, OH. Contact: W. Wilhelm, 4054 Vinedale Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45205 513-251-4677..." Proceeding/September 1999 Page 124 [04SEP99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VP-24 & VPB-104--Batmen & Batwomen: The 1999 VP-24 reunion is set for Dayton, OH the weekend of Oct. 28 ?31, 1999. VPB-104 will also join us! The Reunion is being hosted by Walter Wilhelm, (Ph 513-251-4677), his address is below. If you have not received squadron mailings in the past, CONTACT him. I will defer to Walter to advise you of the details. A key feature of this year?s reunion will be a tour of the Air Force Museum at Wright Patterson AFB. I hope/expect to see you there ? NO EXCUSES! The Finest in the Fleet for over 50 years! Contact: Walt Wilhelm, 4054 Vinedale Ave., Cinncinnati, OH 45205, 513-251-4677...Best of health in 1999...Regards, Andy Massa..." Contributed by Andy Massa navyvp24@hotmail.com..." [04DEC98]

REUNION: "...VP-24's 1998 reunion is planned for Norfolk, VA. It will coincide with Norfolk's Harborfest celebration on the first weekend in June. All VP-24 veterans are invited, those who served in Norfolk or live in the area are encouraged to make every effort to attend. Help us make this reunion the biggest & best yet! Contact Al Kennell at House of Eggs 3320 North Military Highway, Norfolk, Va. 23518 (757-857-1510), co-host is Charlie House. Hotel rooms can be booked now. Those on the Internet contact Andy Massa navyvp24@hotmail.com..."

REUNION: "...VP-24 1997 Reunion October 2-4, St. Louis, MO., c/o Edgar Coonrod, 6320 Graham Rd., St. Louis, MO 63134 Tel 314-522-1176..." Contributed by Andy Massa navyvp24@hotmail.com

REUNION: "...VP-24 on Nov 9-12'95 at Bowie, MD Contact Durwood Wiley O Box 121 Ridge, MD 20680 Phone 301-872-4312 Source Naval Affairs Sept. 95"http://www.teleport.com/~jgriffin/lastyear.htm


VP-25

REUNION: "...The next Reunion of World War 2 Navy Squadron VPB-25 will be in Jacksonville, Florida, April 22-25, 2004. E-Mail me or phone me at 360-387-2727 for more info...Edgar (Joe) Josephsen vpb25@camano.net..." [30NOV2002]

REUNION: "...VPB-25 Reunion set for April 11-14, 2001 in Tuscon, Az Best Western Hotel at the airport. For more information contact: Ed Josephson 609-387-2727...PBY Catalina International Association..." [29DEC2001]

REUNION: "...Reunion Date: 04/01/00...Duration: 4 Days City/State: Pensacola FL Primary Contact: Edgar F. Josephsen Home Phone: (360) 387-2727 Address: 29 E. Lindsay Road, Camano Island WA, 98292-8725..." The American Legion Magazine - MAY 1999 http://www.vets.org:444/oresult2.htf?id=22144 [31MAY99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...April 2000 Reunion to be held in Pensacola. Contact: Edgar Josephsen...29 E. Lindsay Road...Camano Island, WA 98292." Contributed by Maurice Goodman, Jr., Lt., USNR(ret) RiceGood21@aol.com [19NOV98]

REUNION: "...VPB-25 (WWII) on Apr 18-21'96 at Corpus Christi, TX Contact: Edgar (Joe) Josephsen, 29 E. Lindsay Rd. Camano Island, WA 98292-8725, 360-387-2727 Source: Shift Colors Fall 1995 " http://home.earthlink.net/~cybernav/reunion.htm


VP-26

REUNION: "...A Mariners of VP/VPB-26 Reunion will held September 22-26th, 2013. See http://www.vp26vets.org/ for additional information..." Contributed by BALOG, AE2 Gene bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com [16JAN2013]

REUNION: "...The 37th Mariners of VP/VPB-26 Reunion will held on September 16-19, 2012 in St. Charles, IL. Details are still in the planning stage but you can contact the host, Jerry Schroder, at chat604@att.net later for details and contact information...BALOG, AE2 Gene bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [05OCT2011]

REUNION: "...The 36th Mariners of VP/VPB-26 Reunion will be held on September 25th through 28th, 2011 in Williamsburg, VA. Further details will be coming out in future newsletters. You can contact me via e-mail in the meantime for additional information...BALOG, AE2 Gene bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [20JUL2011]

REUNION: "...The 35th Mariners of VP/VPB-26 Reunion will be held in 2009 will be held in Portland, Maine. Further details will be coming out in future newsletters. You can contact me via e-mail in the meantime for additional information...BALOG, AE2 Gene bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [09OCT2009]

REUNION: "...Our 2007 Reunion will be held in Concord, California on September 27-30, 2007. More details coming out in the January Newsletter (SEE: VP/VPB-26 Bilge Pump)...BALOG, AE2 Gene bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [04OCT2006]

REUNION: "...Our 2006 Reunion will be held in Dayton, Ohio and it is planned to have the 2007 Reunion in Concord, California. You former Shipmates of VPB/VP-26 who are not part of our organization and would like more information please contact me at: bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com...Gene Balog bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [09OCT2005]

REUNION: "...VP/VPB-26 will be holding its Annual Reunion this year in Chattanooga, Tenn. September 25-29. Those of you on the mailing list will get the registration form in the May newsletter. If you are not on the mailing list and are interested in getting more information please contact me via e-mail and I will give you additional information once things are finalized...Gene Balog bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [19JAN2005]

REUNION: "...VP-26 Reunion will be held in Panama City Beach, Florida, September 22 to 26, 2004. You can contact me for information. Also, if you would like to be added to the VP-26 mailing list in order to receive the newsletter that comes out about 3 times a year, send me your name and home address...Gene Balog bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [13SEP2004]

REUNION: "...VP-26 Reunion is scheduled for July 28th to August 1, 2004 in Portland, ME. SEE: VP-26 Reunion WebSite: http://vp-26.zerr.us/index.htm or contact John Keating navydog1@peoplepc.com for further information..." [19APR2004]

REUNION: "...Just a reminder to all of you former VP/VPB-26 folks that this years Reunion will be held in Panama City Beach, FL in September. Additional information and registration will be coming out in the next newsletter so watch for it. If you are not currently on my mailing list and would be interested in attending please send me your home address and e-mail address and when I prepare the next newsletter will see that you receive the necessary information...Gene Balog bilgepump26@cfl.rr.com..." [08FEB2004]

REUNION: "...VPB/VP-26 Reunion will be held in Corpus Christi, TX September 26-30, 2003 at the Omni Bayfront Hotel. All former officers and men are invited. Contact Charlie Meadors at (865) 482-9702 or meadorsc@bellsouth.net for details..." Contributed by Charles Meadors meadorsc@bellsouth.net [22JAN2003]

REUNION: "...VPB/VP-26 will hold their twenty seventh annual reunion at Branson, Missouri September 27 through Soctober 1, 2002. Please contact Bob Morieko, 407 Nowlan Rd., Binghamton,m NY 13904-3091 Tel. (607) 723-9120 or Charles Meadors by E-Mail at meadorsc@bellsouth.net..." [23MAR2002]

REUNION: "...26th Annual Reunion of VP / VPB-26 will be in Portland, Maine September 26 - 30, 2001. Contact Ken Rauschke 207/883-4378 or e-mail DONKEN58@aol.com; Charles Meadors e-mail - meadorsc@bellsouth.net; Dick Brodeur e-mail - rdbrodeur@mediaone.net..." Contributed by Ken Rauschke DONKEN58@aol.com [21MAR2001]

REUNION: "...VP-VPB26 Mini Reunion Pensacola FL May 3-6, 2000. Contact.. Norm Polski Normpol@naples.net, CHR 941-992-3435, 9197 Coach House Lane, Estero FL 33928..." Contributed by Charles Meadors meadorsc@bellsouth.net [22MAR2000]

REUNION: "...25th Annual VP-VPB-26 Annual Reunion New London CT Sept 25-29, 2000. Contact..Joe Zannelli CHR 860-443-3091 or e-mail Charles Meadors meadorsc@bellsouth.net Dick Brodeur (newsltr editor) (newsltr editor), 52 Community Drive, Penacook NH 03303-1640..." Contributed by Charles Meadors meadorsc@bellsouth.net [22MAR2000]

REUNION: "...Anyone who served with VP-26 during our WestPac deployment (1967 to 1968) intrested in Renunion, please contact Donald Stottlemyer Gezer65@aol.com..." [E-Mail Updated 19APR2000 | 07JAN2000]

REUNION: "...VP26/VPB26 will be holding a combined 24th Annual Reunion next month from September 27th to October 1st, 1999, at the Holiday Inn Boardwalk Hotel, in Atlantic City, NJ, that is located at Chelsea Avenue and the Boardwalk. Contact the reunion chairman Sherwood Babst at (732)-283-0957 for details on the great package deal that he has put together with Holiday Inn. Reservations should be made no later than August 27,1999. If you wish to contact the Holiday Inn direct, mention the " Salute America Package" for the VPB26 Military Reunion. They can be contacted at (609)-348-2200, or 800-548-3030 A lot of us displaced airdales from the 50's era will be attending, but it is open to all years. Bring your scrap books and your memories, Oh yes the spouse is welcome too..." Contributed by Norman Kratfel nkratfel@enter.net [10AUG99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VP-26/VPB-26 All Years: Sherwood Babst (732)283-0957..." VFW Magazine May 1999 Page 53 WebSite: http://www.vfw.org/ [06MAY99]

REUNION: "...Squadron Reunion of VP-26 will be held 10/22-24/98, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Memphis, TN. Contact coordinator, Bruce Morton, 474 StonewaLL, Memphis, TN 38112, Phone 901-274-5582 for additional information...Anderson M. Rearick, Jr. andy.rearick@juno.com..." [16JUN98]

REUNION: "...VP-26 Officers, 1974-1978. Sept 25-27,1998 at the Capt. Daniel Stone Inn, Brunswick, Maine. Grandpa Pettybone will be there! Contact Ken Idol, 26 Parkside Blvd, LaVale, MD 21502,301-729-4709, kidol@mindspring.com or Danny McClendon, 4224 Remington Park CT.,Flower Mound, Tx 75028, 972-355-2745. Please get us your current address. Formal mailing late spring. See you there!!..." Contributed by Kenneth Idol kidol@mindspring.com..." [03MAR98]

REUNION: "...The next reunion for VPB-26 and VP-26 will be held at the Comfort Inn in Minneapolis, MN on Sept. 30 through October 3, 1998. Contact: Dick Brodeur 52 Center Street Penacook, NH 03303-1640, (603)753-4237, Fax: (603)796-7071. For information by E-mail, contact Charles Meadors at meadorsc@bellsouth.net..." [15FEB98]

REUNION: "...Robert Emerson (423)247-9582...VFW May 1997..."


VP-27

REUNION: "...We are having, maybe the last VPB-27 Reunion in Arlington, Tx. April 24-26, 2008 at the LaQuinta Motel. For more information contact me at 817-265-8929. We are trying to get the XO Walter McGuire's Granddaughter to attend..." Contributed by HERBERT, Hansel Kay lkherbert@sbcglobal.net [29MAR2008]

REUNION: "...There is to be a Reunion October 7 through 9, 2004, in Winston-Salem, NC. This is the 60th Anniversary of the estblishment of VP-27. We are making planes for a realy BIG Reunion. George Toler, AMM3/c Crew #5 Chairman, PO Box 66, (336)969-5888, Rural Hall, NC 27045...George Toler gtoler@intrex.net..." [29AUG2003]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VPB-27 Reunion Group (mostly 1944-45)is planning a reunion for 2000. Details are due out shortly. For information, our point of contact is: Reunion Chairman, Stephen Moreland, 2070 Quarry Road, O'Fallon, Illinois 62269 (618)632-7227..." Contributed by Evan Hushbeck hush@foothill.net via Wayne Byerly pizwilli@bledsoe.net [Updated 15JUL99 | 01MAY99]

REUNION: "...VPB-27 Reunion Group (mostly 1944-45)is planning a reunion for 1998. Details are due out shortly. For information, our point of contact is Wayne Byerly, Rt. 1 Box 159-A, Pikeville TN 37367, Tel. 423-533-2096 or e-mail at pizwilli@bledsoe.net..." Contributed by Evan Hushbeck hush@foothill.net [E-Mail Updated 01MAY99 | Updated 11JAN98]


VP-28

REUNION: "...The VP-28 Annual All-Hands "Hawaiian Warrior" Reunion will be held in Washington DC from Wednesday, August 25 to Sunday Morning, August 29. Our Reunion Hotel is the Holiday Inn National Airport in Crystal City, Arlington, VA. To view scheduled activities and registration details visit https://vp-28.org/Reunions. If you have questions, please contact George Warner georgewarner934@gmail.com or (517) 526-1392..." Contributed by Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net [21JUL2021]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 Annual All-Hands "Hawaiian Warrior" Reunion will be held in Las Vegas, NV from Tuesday, September 23 through Thursday, September 26, 2019. The reunion hotel is The Golden Nugget. Many activities are scheduled so visit http://www.vp-28.org/Reunions for additional detail and registration information. Please contact Bob Parten bparten1@comcast.net or (360) 510-8237 if you have questions..." Contributed by Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net [03JUL2019]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 Annual All-Hands "Hawaiian Warrior" Reunion will be held in Nashville, TN from Tuesday, November 7th through Friday the 10th, 2017. The reunion hotel is Guest House Inn & Suites Music Valley. Many activities are scheduled this year so visit http://www.vp-28.org/Reunions for additional detail and registration information. Please contact Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net if you have questions..." Contributed by Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net [01SEP2017]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 Annual All-Hands "Hawaiian Warrior" Reunion will be held this year in San Diego, CA, from Tuesday, October 25, through Saturday, October 29, 2016. The Reunion Hotel is the Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley. The focus activities this year will feature a tour of the USS Midway (CV-41) plus an entertaining after-dinner performance by the Heali'I Polyneasian Review. This Review features 5 dancers and 2 Tahitian drummers. Visit http://www.vp-28.org/reunions for all the details and deadlines. Please contact Peter Lindberg (plindberg@surfnetusa.com) if you have questions..." Contributed by Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net [17AUG2016]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2015 Annual All-Hands Reunion will be held in New Orleans, LA, from Tuesday, November 3rd through 7th, 2015, at the Holiday Inn Metairie, New Orleans Airport. The focus activities this year are the WWII Museum tour and other New Orleans attractions. Visit for additional Reunion detail http://www.vp-28.org/Reunions and registration information. Please contact plindberg@surfnetusa.com if you have questions....." Contributed by Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net [10JUL2015]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2014 Annual All-Hands Reunion will be held in St. Augustine, FL from Tuesday, October 7th through 11th, 2014 at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Historic. Come enjoy great tours, small town Florida hospitality and an opportunity to relax with old (and new) friends. Visit the VP-28 website at http://vp-28.org/pages/Reunions for details. Please contact Peter plindberg@surfnetusa.com if you have additional questions...." Contributed by Greg Gielow gielow@swbell.net [10AUG2014]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2013 Annual All-Hands Reunion will be held October 2nd through 6th, 2013 in Tucson, AZ. The Reunion hotel is Four Points by Sheraton, near the airport. The focus activities this year are the PIMA AIR & SPACE MUSEUM / Davis Monthan Air Force Base Boneyard, Sonora Desert Museum and a retired Titan Missile Site. See the squadron website for details and deadlines at http://www.vp-28.org..." Contributed by SELF, AT Bob robertgself@comcast.net [03FEB2013]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2011 Annual All-Hands Reunion will be held this year in Corpus Christi, TX October 5-8, 2011 at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel. Come and enjoy a BBQ at the Kings Ranch, The Banquet Dinner on the Hangar deck of the USS Lexington and check out the new website at http://www.vp-28.org (WebMaster: Greg Gielow)..." Contributed by SELF, AT Bob robertgself@comcast.net

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2010 Annual All-Hands Reunion will be held this year in San Francisco, CA October 7-10, 2010 at the Embasey Suites Hotel at the San Francisco Airport. Come for all or part of the Reunion. Log onto http://www.projectlounge.com/vp28 and click on the Reunion section for the Detailed Announcement and Reunion Registration Form. Other information will follow. Contact Reunion Coordinator - Jim and Carmen Peoples - 2peoples@cableone.net. Keep following the website to get additional Reunion information as it is published.
SELF, AT Bob robertgself@comcast.net..." [31MAR2010]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2009 Annual All-Hands Reunion will be held this year in St. Augustine, FL. from Sunday, Oct. 04 to Thursday, Oct. 08 at the Holiday Inn Hotel. Come for all or part of the Reunion. Log onto http://www.projectlounge.com/vp28 and click on the Reunion section for the Detailed Announcement. Other information will follow. Contact Reunion Chairman, Mike Chalut at home (904) 522-1276 or Cell (904) 607-6063. Keep following the website to get additional Reunion information as it is published. Come and visit historic St. Augustine...SELF, Bob robertgself@comcast.net..." [10APR2009]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2008 All Hands Reunion is to be held in San Antonio, TX on Sept. 3-7, 2008.The Marriott Plaza San Antonio has been chosen as the Reunion hotel. Log onto: http://www.patron28.org and select Reunions for the directions and details for reistration information for both the Reunion and Hotel. This is a reunion you don't want to miss. 2009 Reunion is scheduled for Jacksonville, FL...SELF, Bob robertgself@comcast.net..." [20APR2008]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2007 All Hands Reunion will be held October 17-20, 2007 in Seattle, WA. Log onto http://www.patron28.org to follow the details as they develop. To view the 2006 Reunion Cruise Book, log onto http://www.TheLightCatchers.com and select Event Book. Check the Sample Pictures, ( Mariner/Marlin Association ), VP-28 and USS Antietam books...SELF, Bob robertgself@comcast.net..." [03MAY2006]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 "2006 All Hands Reunion" will be held August 18-20, 2006 in Washington, DC at the Crystal City Marriott (Reagan National Airport). Log onto http://www.patron28.org and go to the Reunion section for the details and registration process...SELF, Bob robertgself@comcast.net..." [03MAY2006]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2005 All Hands Reunion will be held October 4, 5 & 6, 2005 at the Radisson Hotel in Memphis, TN. Log onto http://www.patron28.org and look in the Reunion section of the website to learn the details and print out the registration form...Bob Self robertgself@comcast.net..." [14FEB2005]

REUNION: "...The VP-28/VPHL-8, PB4Y-2 PRIVATEERS, 1947/1953, will hold its 5th Squadron Reunion at the Gold Coast Hotel in Las Vegas, Nv., on September 21, 22, and 23, 2004. Contact Jim Miller, (816) 761 8724, e-mail: patronvp28@aol.com..." [06MAY2004]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2004 All Hands Reunion will be held on July 29th through 31st, 2004 in Las Vegas, NV at the Gold Coast Hotel. The new Association President, Sam Cyrus, will provide additional information as the plans develop. Log onto WWW.PATRON28.ORG for the Reunion information...Bob Self bobself@clearsurf.com..." [29OCT2002]

REUNION: "...The VP-28 2003 Reunion will be held at the Hanalei Hotel in Mission Valley in San Diego on August 14, 15 and 16, 2003. Many plans are to be finalized and when complete will be published on this site and the squadron web site: http://www.patron28.org. Now is the time to start locating those long lost friends you have been meaning to contact. Keep checking the web site for the coming news!...Bob Self robertgself@comcast.net..." [29OCT2002]

REUNION: "...2002 SQUADRON REUNION PENSACOLA, FLORIDA - The VP-28 Squadron Reunion for 2002 will be held at The Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand Hotel May 30, 31 and June 1. We look forward to offering a special time with former Shipmates and their families. The agenda for the Reunion will include a Banquet in the Blue Angels Atrium of the National Museum of Naval Aviation, a tour of the Naval Air Museum, golf outing, tours and shopping opportunities. Volunteers will be needed on committees for registration, reservations, hospitality, finance, Calloway golf event, tours, travel and correspondence. These volunteers will need to have email capabilities to ensure prompt response to individual committee challenges. We strongly encourage you to participate in this "Team Effort". Lodging and event costs are currently under negotiation to assure you of a quality Reunion and will be published as soon as they are finalized. An email broadcast will soon be in place and many Pensacola website links will be published to aid you in finding information of particular interest to your individual travel plans. A newsletter will be sent to those on the website roster but not "web connected". Until the committees are established, contact me at robertgself@comcast.net or call me at (425) 820-7882. Bob Self robertgself@comcast.net Webmaster..." Contributed by Bob Self (AT-3) robertgself@comcast.net [07OCT2001]

REUNION: "...Bob Colley rhcb17@aol.com is putting together a VP-28 Reunion to be in Branson, MO. Starting Sept 17th thru 20th, on the 20th a big party for all. About 17 Shipmates coming so far. Mostly from the early 50's to the early 60's deployments. NAS Kodiak, Alaska, NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, Kwaj., Japan..." Contributed by Ron Doran ron479usa@ameritech.net [12MAR2001]

REUNION: "...I am currently attempting to organize a Reunion for VP-28 3/54 to 3/60 era. If you are interested, please contact Bob Self (AT-3) robertgself@comcast.net..." Contributed by Bob Self (AT-3) robertgself@comcast.net [14AUG2000]

REUNION: "...VPHL-8/VP-28, PB4Y-2 PRIVATEERS, 1947 thru 1952 only. Will be enjoying their 3rd squadron Reunion on October 3, 4, 5, 2000, at the Gold Coast Hotel in Las Vegas, Nv. Contact: Jim Miller, Squadron Historian..." Contributed by James C. Miller, Sr. PATRON28@aol.com [08DEC99]

REUNION: "...To all of the VP-28 and VP-22 guys from 1966 through 1970: Quite a few of us have tracked each other down all over the country and several of us are getting the urge to get a Reunion together sometime in 2000. Drop me a line if you are intered. It would be great to see the faces and hear the stories after 30 years. Whew, where did they go!..." Contributed by Ken Kriner WOCOWBOY1@AOL.COM [23OCT99]

REUNION: "...US NAVY PATROL SQUADRON TWENTY-EIGHT, (VP-28), PB4Y-2 PRIVATEERS, 1947/1952, is planning its third Squadron Reunion to be held in Las Vegas, Nv., in the year 2000, the 50th anniversary of the start of the Korean War. Please contact Jim Miller, Squadron Historian for PB4Y-2 PRIVATEERS, at PATRON28@aol.com or (816) 761 8724, or 11411 Sunnyslope Dr., Kansas City, Mo., 64134 for additional information..." Contributed by Jim Miller PATRON28@aol.com [26JUL99]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...VP-28/HL-8 (PB4Y-2 ERA) contact Jim Miller, 11411 Sunnyslope Dr, K.C. Mo., 64134, (816) 761 8724, for info on 1999 SQUADRON Reunion...Jim Miller Patron28@aol.com..." [05SEP98]

REUNION: "...VP-28/HL-8 (PB4Y-2 ERA): 16-18 September `97, Las Vegas, NV. Contact Jim Miller, 11411 Sunnyslope Drive, Kansas City, MO 64134, (816) 761-8724" http://www.cais.net/fra/reunions.html

REUNION: "...VP-28(PB4Y-2) on Jun 29-Jul 2 at Arlington, VA Contact James C. Miller r, 11411 Sunnyslope Dr. Kansas City, MO 64134 Phone Source Naval Affairs Apr 95"http://www.teleport.com/~jgriffin/lastyear.htm


VP-29

REUNION: "...Any VP-29ers planning to attend September 2005 NAS Whidbey Island, Washington Reunion? Please contact me about a possible reunion of sorts before or after the Everett Reunion...Marion E Sparr edwashsparrs@hotmail.com..." [13JUN2005]

REUNION: "...San Francisco 20-24 May 1999 for PB4Y '99. Liberator and Privateer guys/gals, attend your own squadron reunion first. If you can't do that, then make good use of your limited time as many others have from the 50+ PB4Y squadrons and share those PB4Y Experiences with others who "speak" PB4Y. No translation necessary! All family, grandkids (Free & 1/2 price!) and friends are welcome! Please contact Ron Sathre (son of deceased Plane Captain Ray Sathre, VPB-121), Int'l PB4Y Association, 31262 San Andreas Drive, Union City, CA 94587-2856 (510) 487-PB4Y to register today. Visit the website for more information..." Contributed by PB4YGuy@aol.com WebSite: http://www.PB4Y.com [03MAY99]

REUNION: "...If you would like any infomation regarding VP-29's Reunion - please contact Jack Furey, 212 Healthcote Road,Hendersonville, NC 28791 (Phone: 704-891-2352). We would like to hear from anyone who spent time assigned to VP-29 regarding a Reunion. Rudy Prehnal MrRudy2@aol.com..." [08JAN98]

REUNION: "...VP-29 Oct 10-13; Hampton-Newport News-Williamsburg, VA. Contact Warren Rolfes, 910 Yardarm Lane, Annapolis, MD 21404. (410) 573-1774."http://www.ncts.navy.mil/homepage/bupers/shift/96spring/reunion.htm


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