07/08/2008
SRYJ4@aol.com
Stanley S. Gilbert II
287 Woodycrest Dr.
East Hartford, CT  06118

Onboard from 1985 - 1989 in 3rd Division.  Assigned to Turret #3 Powder Magazines.

07/05/2008
remcon@neo.rr.com
R.E. Miller
Canton, OH

Cannot believe the detail of restoration to this fine lady!  I am planning a trip to visit her this summer ('08) with my son.  Having been a "Navy Brat" Dad, Kenneth L. Miller, USNA Class of '56 was my father.  I remember as a small boy his ship coming in to port and the junior officers grabbing my sister and me and feeding us milk and cookies in the wardroom.  Dad served on the USS New (DD-919) until '60 I believe in charge of engineering or boilers.  Recently while on the way to Biloxi to volunteer after Katrina, stopped in Mobile, AL and walked the decks and passageways of the USS Alabama, she was awesome but not as impressive as the restoration shown in your photos of your lady.  I cannot wait to step onto the deck of this warship.  Seeing the work, and reading the ships log online, I am awestruck by the continuing love affair with her crew and their ship, from WWII duty to present.  Maybe a few of you might have served with my Dad.  I have always felt a kinship as a Navy kid, lived in Norfolk and San Diego and would like my son to know more about his grandfather, Dad passed away 9-09-2005.  Having my son see the environment Dad experience in his young adult life may give him a closer kinship with Dad.  Your work on the 'Jersey will undoubtedly instill a pride in a job well done.  I am looking forward to seeing your word firsthand.  best wishes, God Bless, and Thank You for your service and sacrifices.

07/04/2008
phillyons@cox.net
Phillips Lyons

I was on the New Jersey from November 1984 to November 1985.  I was in Number 2 Fireroom BTFR Lyons.  I then left for A-school.  That was one of the best days I had in the Navy.  It's time for me to say goodbye, I'm retiring after 24 years, living in San Diego, CA.

06/30/2008
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Pat Williams
831 Beacon St., #273
Newton Centre, MA  02459

I liked your site.

06/26/2008
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Dawson P. Todd

Please add to Mailing List.

06/22/2008
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Dennis Oberhelman, USMC (Ret)
2936 Old Santa Fe Trail
P.O. Box 162
Napoleon, MO  64074

While ashore with the Marines on the beach in Beirut, at the airport; I will never forget the following event.  One late afternoon and evening, the first week in February, 1984; the USS New Jersey fired 325 rounds of continuous fire from her 16" guns over the Marine Compound into Syria.  It was one of the most impressive / awesome displays of firepower I have ever seen.  Job Well Done to the Sailors and Marines who served aboard her!

06/13/2008
timnahan@yahoo.com
Tim Nahan
703 2nd Ave., NE
Sartell, MN  56377

MARDET '89 - '90.

05/26/2008
eroldan13@verizon.net

Plank Owner 1981 - 1984 A Division.  Hydraulic Shop.

05/13/2008
tdolan39@yahoo.com
Tim Flynn

Plank Owner 1982 - 1985.

05/12/2008
djfalkenstein@yahoo.com
David J. Falkenstein
Keene, NH  03431

This is an update for me; note the new e-mail address.  Forth Commissioning Crew and Plank Owner.  Served 1982 - 1984.  EW1 - OI Division. Beirut.

05/7/2008
John Carey
dvresq@yahoo.com
Virginia Beach, VA  23451

She was a GREAT ride!  Being part of her crew is something that I will never forget and will cherish.  The Big J had good times and bad times (ETC Gor), overall, I can say the good out weighed the bad.  OI Division (1982 - 1985)

05/6/2008
markneeson@verizon.net
Mark Neeson

I served on the New Jersey from 1985 to 1989 as a signalman / OS Division.  Came aboard as a SR, and departed the Navy as SM2.  Made 2 WEST PACs.  I'm trying to locate SM2 Vandine since I just recently discovered I have his Shellback card in my possession and would like to get it back to him.  3 1/2 years on the Jersey was some of the best times.  Would love to see those 16 inch guns fire one last time.  Any SMs out there?  Drop me an e-mail.  Hammond - Peck - Miller, I would love to hear from any of the signalman.

05/6/2008
Ted Victor Baker

Big Thunder Down Under, WEST PAC 88.  Master at Arms 2nd Class.  Best years of my life, now that I look back.  Did not realize it then.  Take Care Big "J".

04/26/2008
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Chris Adams
Yamhill, OR  97148

I am looking for an old friend who served on the New Jersey during the first Iraq War, he was in the CIC as the Missile System Supervisor.  His name is Alex Schandl.  If anyone has an e-mail for him or a way to contact him I would greatly appreciate the help in getting word to him that I am trying to locate him.  Many thanks for your help and all that you have done for our country.

04/21/2008
luigi@surewest.net
Sam Cesario
2756 Leoleta Way
Carmichael, CA  95608

I am a Plank Owner, 1943 - 1945, L Division.  Proud to have served with a great bunch of guys and the most decorated wagon in the fleet.

04/14/2008
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Dennis Callanan
4120 109th St. SW, Apt #10
Lakewood  98499

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04/11/2008
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David McFerren
Oklahoma

I was in Lebanon November '83 to April '84 working with the Lebanese Army.  I think it was march of '84 we positioned a Naval Gunfire Team North and East of Beirut to watch a Syrian ZSU 23-4 position.  The AA gun fired at an F4 overflight and we called in a fire mission.  We were given 5" adjustments and the 16" guns in effect.  The Syrians did not have a chance.  I need to verify the date of that fire mission.  Anyone out there who can help direct me to the correct Log Entries of the New Jersey would be forever in my debt.

04/06/2008
bdingman@metrocast.net
Bob Dingman, EM2, 67 - 69

Happy 40th Anniversary to all the Vietnam Era crewmembers who were onboard in Philadelphia that Friday, April 6, 1968.  It was a great day and an even greater experience serving on the worlds only active Battleship.  We will all remember our time together, the good times and the hard times.  Enjoy today and remember your shipmates, those of us who are still keeping her memory live and those who have passed away.  I hope to see many of you again, and some of you for the first time in nearly 40 years, at the reunion this September in Philadelphia.  It will be a special day, for all of us Vietnam Era crewmembers, when we step aboard her once again.

04/06/2008
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Jarvis Ray Everett
Greenville, NC  27858

I was aboard the USS New Jersey from March, 1947, made the Midshipman cruise to the Med., stayed aboard until it was scheduled to be decommissioned, transferred to the USS Little Rock CL-124.  Would like to hear from any shipmates.  Thanks Ray.

04/01/2008
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Donald E. Tracy
4716 Brown Ave.
Manchester , NH   03013

I served on the New Jersey from April 1955 right after boot camp as a striker engineering division.  First assignment B Division then M and last A Division, which I was assigned to the boat shop as an engine man, great duty.  Crew member on the 30' motor launches, then the #2 officers boat and finally the Captains gig until the Big J was decommissioned in 1957.  I told the recruiter I wanted to travel and did I ever!  Great time and ship.  I will visit her soon, let me know when the next reunion is.

03/30/2008
aadamsjr@cableone.net
Andrew Adams
3200 Susan Cir. W.
Ingleside, TX  78362

I'm not AWOL, just checking in.  I was on the Big J during the Korean conflict along with my younger Bro.  He was in the 1st Division as a GMSN.  Later transferred to Roger Division, I only made one trip to Korea.  My WWII duty was in the Seabees.  When the Korean conflict started my kid Bro joined and I transferred to USN.  Quite a change for me but there was a crew of old WWII Reservists aboard that whipped me into combat shape in time for our arrival into the war area.  I'm 81 now still in good health.  I came from N.C. but now live in South Texas.  Sure would like to hear from anyone that was on the Big J at that time.  R/S Andrew Adams, USN Ret.  SCPO (Master Diver)

03/29/2008
wozjoe@bellsouth.net
Joe Wozniak

Crew member 1967 - 1969, Plankowner and became a Shellback.  BT2 to BT1 and L.P.O. #4 Fireroom.  I understand that there is no BT (Boiler Technician) rate anymore, is that correct?

Can you believe it's going on 40 years since we recommissioned the Big "J"  April 6, 1968, to sail to Vietnam.  That makes us 40 years older, Wow, where has the time gone?

Well, the USS New Jersey BB-62 was my first tour of duty in Vietnam, 1968 - 1969, but not my last.  The memories of duty in USS New Jersey BB-62 will always be the best.  The crew was prime, and they were primed.  Whatever action there was in Nam, or any other theatre in the world, the crew was ready.  There was, is, and always will be, a bond that only Battleship Sailors could understand.

In my 30 year career I had been blessed with what I consider really good duty.  With the Lord's help I managed to advance up the ranks.  E-1 to Master Chief Boiler Technician, Command Master Chief, then retiring as Chief Warrant Officer December 4, 1988.

So I say to all battleship Sailors, "When this sailor dies he is going straight to Heaven because he put his time in Hell." I hope to see all of you someday at the big reunion in the sky.

God Bless, may you have Fair Winds and a Following Sea.

03/24/2008
countrywolfx@yahoo.com
Allen R. Smith

To all Crew.  I had the up most pleasure to sail under BB-62 and call her my home for 4 years.  What a West Pac 88 it was.  Those Australian women are wonderful.  Any crew from that time frame give me a yell.  I was working in the SH Dept.  I was in the Laundry and Dry Cleaning Departments.

03/19/2008
markfwade@comcast.net
Mark Wade
Glen Burnie, MD

Stationed onboard from '85 to Decom in 1991 as an FC in Main Battery.  Would do it again if I could.

03/16/2008
os2g@optonline.net
Dave Goodwin
368 Leesville Rd.
Jackson, NJ  08527

Served onboard from 1983 - 1987 in OI Division and am proud to be one of the few that made the entire 11 month deployment (Survivor photo).  Hope to hear from any of my old friends.

03/15/2008
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Tim Nahan
703 2nd Ave.
Sartell, MN  56377

Please add to Mailing List.

03/08/2008
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Mike Swanson
1531 Gehling Rd.
Foxboro  54836

I was on the Big J from 1987 - 1991 last decom crew.  I was in "M" division MM3 Swanson.  I'm looking for Kevin Thurston and Cecil Arzu.  If you're out there e-mail me.  Thanks.

03/01/2008
mark.shells1@verizon.net
Mark Ferguson

Good to see the old girl again, time has done her well!

02/19/2008
theflea98@hotmail.com
Samuel Flener

I served on the mighty Big J from 1953 to 1955 in the Metalsmith Shop.  I got aboard her in the Korean Waters and I didn't get my rear end wet...  lol...  Some did...  She was a great ship.  I am hunting another shipmate John Bennett.  I found one by posting on the Deck Log.

02/14/2008
paulehrman@comcast.net
Paul Ehrman

I served onboard from October 85 until June 89.  Just wondering if anyone here remembers me.  I spent 2 years in 6th Division and the last 2 with the Chaplains Office.

02/07/2008
dksposey@msn.com
David Posey

I served onboard 1982 - 1985 E-Division Aft IC/Telex.  Really enjoyed "Lebanon Era" E-Division reunion a couple years ago.  We are in the early stages of planning another.  Any more 1980s E-Division Squids out there?

01/29/2008
bdingman@metrocast.net
Bob Dingman

I served in E Division during Vietnam ('67 - '69).  Over the past few years myself and other E Division crewmembers have been very successful in contacting other former shipmates from E Division.  In September 2005, 24 of us reunited at the USS New Jersey Veterans Association reunion in Philadelphia and spent a very memorable 4 -5 days together.  We spent a day on the ship, had an E Division Party on Friday night, thanks to Steve Sheehan, at a local Irish Pub (Captain Snyder and his wife Mary Louise graciously accepted our invitation and attended their first E Division Party), attended the Association's daily tours of the area sites and attended the Saturday Night Dinner Dance.

In 2007 the reunion was in San Diego and we will be back in Philly this coming September.  Look at George Stavros' post below for more information on the Association.  

If you are a former Vietnam Era E Division shipmate, please contact me.  So far we've been in contact with over 80 of the 130+ former E Division crewmembers who served on this great ship during Vietnam.  Any former crewmember from any era should contact the Association to find your former buddies.  Please look through this website and the Association's website, you may recognize many of the names listed.  In September, we would like to increase our numbers of EMs and IC men getting together in Philly.  Remember "FFBBR"

01/28/2008
JL571@comcast.net
OS1 Jimmy Graham
Carney, MD

Served on the Big J 1982 - 1984.

01/23/2008
rsblack1959@frontiernet.net
Ricky L. Black
614 5th St., NE
Montgomery, MN  56069

Was on her from 1984 - 1988, MM and attached to A-Gang.  Went to see her in Oct '07 but was not allowed to sleep over due to not having a boy with me (My son is 28 now), no solos.  Looking forward to the '08 Reunion.  Need Info.

01/06/2008
pattteg@aol.com
Pat Gaskill

My father Charles J. Hrenchir, crewmember and plank owner, passed away 17 Nov 07.  He served 1943 - 1946.  He so loved talking about his ship.  He was a member of the 20mm gun group and Print Shop.  I visited the ship twice over the last 5 years.  That really brought a sparkle to his eye since he couldn't go.  To Rich Thrash, Bob Walters, Tom Helvig,....thanks for all your work you do for us and the ship.

P. Gaskill

01/04/2008
deofernandez@cox.net
Deogracias S. Fernandez
525 41st St.
San Diego, CA  92102

Can't get any better than this.  Once a Battleship Sailor, always a Battleship Sailor.

12/24/2007
teresasumner@yahoo.com
Teresa Sumner
803 A Doctors Dr.
Kinston, NC  28501

My dad served on the New Jersey when it was recommissioned in 1968 and was a "participant" in the shellback initiation as well as serving 2 tours in Vietnam.  Just yesterday we were looking at his Equator, Shellback and Plank Certificates for those times.  He retired after 20 years in the Navy.  I can remember being at Long Beach shipyard as a kid when the ship came back and all the sailors were standing on the deck.  Never will forget that.  My dad has always had a special place in his heart for the New Jersey and her crew.  His name is David W. Sumner and he was a Storekeeper.

12/21/2007
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Anthony Mariano
1851 Richardson Dr.
St. Cloud, FL  34771

I just heard today a buddy named Bart Porporra had passed away.  If there are any shipmates on the NJ, here is the address you can write to.  Porporra Venditto, 33 Virginia Ave., Dobbs Ferry, New York 10522.  He was in the Engineering Department from 1952 - 1956.

12/05/2007
plovato@firenet.org
Patrick Lovato

Crewmember from 1985 - 1988, BM3 5th Division.

12/03/2007
jaylmuse@yahoo.com
Jay Stockwell
Kansas  66030

Just found this site...  Served from 1983 - 1987 on New Jersey.  I sent several e-mails to some who have posted on this log, but they all have been returned as undeliverable.  Any MS's out there???

11/30/2007
grg_rdlph@yahoo.com
George P. Rudolph
1435 South Charles St.
Baltimore, MD  21230

I served aboard BB-62 from 1982 - 1986 in B Division.  In my opinion we were the best crew in the U.S. Navy at that time.  Memories of friends and our expedition will be with me always.

11/28/2007
mark.googins@gdc4s.com
GySgt Mark Googins USMC Ret

Served proudly with the MARDET on the Big J from 1984 - 1987.  Great Memories.  Awesome WestPac in 1986.  Fellow Marines who served during that time give me a shout.  Semper Fi.

11/13/2007
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Billy Brewer

I am a proud plank owner of this fine Lady and her legacy...  I recommissioned her in the early 80's and was a member of FA Division.  I have so many memories...  The refit, Recommissioning Day (President Reagan), Rough Trade, West Pac, The Equator, Secretary of State brings us news at sea, traversing the Ditch, Lebanon, Full Salvo's broadside, The Lottery, The longest time at sea a Naval record (at that time), The return to Long Beach, The celebration, The headlines... 

I am proud of all of those and many more memories...  I would love to hear from any of my old shipmates from the early 80's, until then I bid you all Fair Winds and Smooth Seas.

11/05/2007
clpriset@yahoo.com
Cliff F. "Leo" Priset
43 Glazer Dr.
Rochester, NY  14625

I served on the Jersey 1967 - 1969 as a Damage Controlman First Class.  Have visited her twice and will go again.  I have hooked up with a couple of DC-men after more than 30 years, but the years didn't erase any of our good steaming times.  Thanks for the memories.

11/02/2007
bevo4@aol.com
Jay Parkinson
Austin, TX

Just found this site.  Loved serving on-board for the short time I had, from 1989 - decom.  Was wondering if there are any more Lost Boys out there from G3 Turret 3.  One of the most fun things I got to do was get my Cannoncocker card.  Hope to hear from some of my old shipmates.

10/04/2007
junespanta@yahoo.com
Juan Espanta
6902 Eage Cap St.
Bakersfield, CA  93313

Served from 1987 - 1991 in S-2 Division in the Galley.  Memories that will live forever.

10/01/2007
dmp51@msn.com
Dale M. Prince
2203 Dry Valley Rd.
Charleston, TN  37310

I was a young Sailor in April 1968, had just reported aboard the USS Springfield CLG-7, tied up at Pier 7 in Norfolk, VA.  I woke up one morning and there she was in all her beauty tied up across from the Springfield.  I remember how I wished I was a member of her, but it was not to be.  I said all this to say, all former crew members should cherish, support, and love her for she is still available for you to see, visit, walk, and feel.  She is truly a Historical Landmark for our young generation to see for years to come.

09/30/2007
gbjacobs@comcast.net
Greg Jacobs
80 Sheep Hill Dr.
West Hartford, CT  06117

I am a member (#11675) of the USCS and have a number of New Jersey covers in my collection.  I hope to get down to Camden to see her in the near future.  For information on Navy Cover collecting go here.  www.uscs.org

09/28/2007
edmlr@embarqmail.com
Eddie L. Muller
9310 Running Bear Rd.
Aubrey, TX  76227

I would have liked to have seen the Jersey.  I left Subic Bay P.I. to come back to the states b/f it got there.  It was on the way.

09/24/2007
mineje@excite.com
Julie Evans (Jones)

I was an Ombudsman on the New Jersey from June 1989 to June 1990.

09/18/2007
david.j.smith@bankofamerica.com
David Smith
Las Vegas, NV  89166

I went on a Tiger cruise back in 1984 with my brother Bill Smith, he was in Turret 2 in the Powder Room.  He was with the Big J from reactivation at Long Beach, CA until after the second WestPac.  I am currently in the United States Air Force for over 20 years but remember much about that 1 week Tiger cruise.  During the cruise the ship demonstrated firing of the 16" guns, 5" guns, 20mm Phalanx system... It was great.  Here is my brothers e-mail: articbill@yahoo.com.

09/03/2007
sbjcpj@grics.net
Conrad Pete Johnson
678 Bateman St.
Galesburg, IL  61401

I would be glad to hear from any crew members who served between October 1951 and March 1955.  I worked in the Operations Office and was in "Q" Division.

08/25/2007
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Earl Pheal

Pushing 1 & 2 and pulling 4, Number 3 Fireroom has the load.

08/14/2007
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Sally Kraus
198 Tremont St., Number 506
Boston, MA  02116

Cool site.

08/10/2007
dsross@chartermi.net
Dave Ross

What's Up, I sure do miss the ole girl, 1989 - 1991 decommissioning.  Still looking for some old shipmates, talked to a few.  Lee, Rick, Nick and Lisa (some parties at their house!!!) Larnard.  Looking for Ritchie and Ness, (miss them LA Rock Concerts) and Chief Garnett (you still owe me $75.00 ha ha ha).  Keep in touch old shipmates!  Someday I'll make it to New Jersey to see you ole gal.

08/07/2007
nwtapster@yahoo.com
Carl Hofelt
Long Beach, WA

I served on the 'Jersey from 1982 through 1986.  I was in OE Division.  I'd like to hear from any of my former shipmates.

08/03/2007
rebaumann@yahoo.com
Bob Baumann

Nice site.

07/24/2007
VT17torpedo@aol.com
Ernest (Ernie) Jones

Plank Owner CPO Ernest (Ernie) O. Jones of Pittsburgh, PA died in Garden City, MI in October 2006 at age 85.  Interesting Tale...  His Bother Harry was a Navy pilot.  He went aboard the USS Hornet at Ulithi on 2-1-45.  The Big J was also anchored at Ulithi.  Brother Harry went up to the Hornet's Signal Bridge and requested the Signalman to send a message to his bother Erne on the New Jersey.  Harry was advised that the New Jersey was Halsey's flagship and they would not accept personal messages, but he would try...  Harry was in luck, the signalman on the New Jersey was a personal friend of brother Ernie, and he would accept the message.  Very interesting.  Harry previously visited Ernie at the Philadelphia Navy Yard before the New Jersey was commissioned, Ernie predicted that he would meet Brother Harry, out in the Pacific in Mid February 1945.  Amazing, Ernie just missed his prediction by only a few weeks.  This is a true story...  Thanks to the New Jersey for the protection given to the Carriers and Flyers.

07/21/2007
tomonmarco@earthlink.net
W. Thomas Bower
825 Milan Ct.
Marco Island, FL  34145

I would like to hear from anyone who served onboard the New Jersey from 1967 - 1969.  I was a BM3 in 3rd Division (Boat Division).  As you know Agent Orange was sprayed in and around the DMZ and we spent many days on the line in that area.  Agent Orange is a nasty thing and I feel that most of us Blue Water Sailors as the Veterans Administration calls us are entitled to benefits.  The VA says we did not touch ground therefore no benefits we are Blue Water Sailors BS!!  My contention is when Chernobyl exploded in Russia the fallout drifted 3,000 miles to the U.S. and Mt. St. Helen's blew its top and the ash landed on California 500 miles away.  We were 1,000 yards away on line in and around the DMZ where they sprayed the stuff!!  I have Diabetes and was just diagnosed with Prostate Cancer both from Agent Orange!!  The VA says no benefits at this time!  Someone took the VA to court in Arizona and won but the VA is taking it to a higher court.  Keep your fingers crossed.  

PS Anyone who was topside or near the Big Boys and have hearing loss are entitled to hearing benefits, go for it, you deserve benefits!!

I would like to hear from anyone who has contracted Diabetes Type 2 or Prostate Cancer or any type of disease that they have.  We are entitled to benefits!  Let's get the benefits we deserve!

07/08/2007
free1@megalink.net
James Liberty
9 Library Ave.
Auburn, ME  04210

E-3 GMG, Gun Gang Turret #3 Center Gun, 1967 - 1969.  The best ship and the best bunch of guys.  It sure would be nice to get a photo and video exchange.  I never got enough photos.  Let me know if you could send me some.  The first time I was on the mess decks and Turret #3 started firing I thought we got hit.  The noise and pans and lose utensils helped.  I remember one day it seemed like the whole Port Side 5" guns sounded like machine guns.  I think the last gun mount fired around 1,700 hundred rounds.  Shell casings everywhere.  One time I was on the O4 level and Captain Snyder was next to me and I saw my first nine gun salvo and the captain lost his hat.  What a blast and flames like 75' of more and watching the shells spin in the air and wobble seconds after they left the barrels.  Going through the Panama Canal was nice and having women lined up holding signs saying "Give Em Hell Big J."  And many more to be added.

07/06/2007
jimdandy10@verizon.net
James Miller
4399 Agate Ct.
Middletown, MD  21769

MM Fireman, M Division, #4 Engine Room 1951 - 1955.  Onboard 3 years and 8 months, all spent in Engine Room #4, on a great ship with a great crew.  The best time of my life.  If you remember me, drop me a line.

06/27/2007
oregonbowhunter@hotmail.com
Perry Roland
Dallas, GA  30132

E-4 Boatswains Mate, 5th Division, Mount 55 from 1989 to decommissioning.  Looking to find old shipmates.

06/25/2007
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Sally Kraus
198 Tremont St., Number 506
Boston, MA  02116

I enjoyed your site.

06/25/2007
pgdixon0755@aim.com
Paul G. Dixon
Pensacola, FL

In memory of my Father, Hugh Gregory Dixon, former crew member and plank owner.  Thoughts and Prayers with all who have served and are serving today, as we approach the Independence holiday. 

06/25/2007
bigten0102@aol.com
Robb Sawin
600 West Freeman St., #120
Carbondale, IL  62901

Would love to hear from former shipmates, mainly guys from the 6th Division 1987 - 1991 era.  A new website has been created for veterans of 6th Division and plans are now underway to try and get a 6th Division reunion going in July 2008 in Philadelphia.  contact me for web site address and reunion info!  I served in 6th Division from 1987 - 1989.

06/22/2007
wof1@yahoo.com
William O. (Bill) Feild
11700 Pine Creek Ct.
Aledo, TX  76008-3672

I proudly served onboard the Jersey from February 1968 (Precommissioning) to November 1969 (Decommissioning).  Would love to hear from any of my old "R" Division shipmates from the Vietnam conflict era.

06/19/2007
thebrackins1@verizon.net
Michael Brackin

1983 - 1986 a member of M Division, "A" Gang #4 Fireroom, and #4 Engine Room.

06/18/2007
cwtone83@aol.com
Timothy Cooper

I'm looking for anyone who was in A Gang from 1984 to 1987.  Would like to talk to them and find out what's been going on in their lives.  Thanks for the memories Big J.

06/06/2007
meatman51656@yahoo.com
Richard Schaniel

My father was on the New Jersey during the Korean War and received a Purple Heart while serving in the Navy.  I am very proud of him.

05/31/2007
jmjm@fairpoint.net
John Morgan
Standish, ME

Was onboard in Viet Nam era in S2 and then FA Division as FTG3.

05/28/2007
powdermags1@aol.com
Leon Tucker, Jr.
Jersey City, NJ  07304

Served from 9/1987 to 11/1990.  Assigned to G Division.  Turret One Gun Captain.  I do miss the underway periods.  I have visited the Big "J" in Camden twice.  For all of you who know me, write back.  WETSU!

05/25/2007
odoug@sbcglobal.net
Doug O. Mea
Modesto, CA  95356

Would love to hear from FM Division Vietnam era.

05/23/2007
cafp@indian-creek.net
CWO4 Frederic P. Pokrant
USN (Ret)
1151 Comanche Path
Bandera, TX  78003-4212

Extremely Honored to Serve on the BIG "J" (The Battleship) from November 1981 to July 1983.

05/22/2007
sand@grnco.net
Brian Bendle

Semper Fi fellow jarheads, just found this site.  Great Duty, Great Ship, Better Marines!  Drop me an e-mail anytime at sand@grnco.net, would love to hear from the ol' gang and what you're up to.

05/21/2007
motorbike12345@aol.com
M. Warheit

My father was on this ship during the Vietnam War, George Russel Warheit.

05/19/2007
theroman7@verizon.net
Andres Roman Delgado
4301 Gardenia Ave.
Long Beach, CA  90807

I served from 1987 to 1990 with the Marines.  I would like to hear from former shipmates.

05/11/2007
theroman7@verizon.net
Andres Roman Delgado
4301 Gardenia Ave.
Long Beach, CA  90807

I served with the MarDet from 1987 to 1990.  I retired from the Marine Corps last year.  Time has past but friendships like Frankie Marin and Antonio Gonzales, Jr. have lasted.  I would like to hear from former shipmates.

05/07/2007
gmw367@adelphia.net
Glenn M. Woods
367 S. Watt St.
Chillicothe, OH  45601

Served aboard during the second tour of Korea in the FA Division, looking forward to visiting her this year.

05/07/2007
bqi_skraus0884@real-cheap-email.com
Sally Kraus
198 Tremont St., Number 506
Boston, MA  02116

I liked your site.

05/04/2007
Matt Reed
1445 Ridgeland
Sparks, NV  89434

In 24 years of the USN, never saw a better crew or ship.  BB-62 Dec 1982 - March 1986, and BB-64 June 1989 - Decom - 1991.  Retired out on June 3, 2003 ENCS (SW).

05/03/2007
colvilletribalpolicek9@yahoo.com
Mike Fisher

I was privileged to have served onboard the Big J from 1986 until 1989 in Turrets 1 and 3.  I was honored to have worked with some of the finest Gunners and Marines during that time.  She was the finest Battleship, with the finest crews to have ever served.  God Bless, and remember "Rest Well, yet sleep lightly.  So that when the alarm rings to provide Firepower for Freedom".  (I think that's how it went...)  I would like to hear from everyone.

04/28/2007
incdbrooks@yahoo.com
Donald Brooks
880 S. Beach Blvd.
Anaheim, CA  92804

Served on the Big "J" from 11/84 - 2/88 as Engineering Log Room Yeoman.

04/25/2007
ekmrk@juno.com
Elmer Kohlhafer, Jr.
1306 Harbour View Dr.
Kill Devil Hills, NC  27948

Would like to hear from shipmates who served from 1950 - 1953.  I attended the reunions of 2003 and 2005.  Will share information of shipmates I have been in touch with and the ones I know have passed on.

04/24/2007
terry1120@peoplepc.com
Steve Tierney
221 Marry Ingles Hwy.
Melburne, KY  41059

Looking for Manual Trohealow and anyone in the 1st Division from 1985 - 1989.

04/24/2007
pjensen009@msn.com
Peter Jensen
2307 Church Rd.
Bowie, MD  20721

Onboard from 1967 - 1969, served in H Division.  Please add to Mailing List.

04/22/2007
jimdandy10@verizon.net
Jim Miller
4399 Agate Ct.
Middletown, MD  21769

I am a member of the New Jersey Vets.  I'm looking for Artie Downs of New York City.  If you see this, e-mail me, or call me at (301) 371-0749.

04/07/2007
dwschillvet@yahoo.com
David Schill
132 Harding Ave.
Moorestown, NJ  08057-1014

Son of Battleship New Jersey Shipbuilder.  Would like to ensure that you have my father listed in your database because he helped build the USS New Jersey.  I suggest a department entitled Ship Builders and seek others who may still be alive who built this ship.  CAN DO!

04/07/2007
wof1@yahoo.com
Willam O. (Bill) Feild
11700 Pine Creek Court
Aledo, TX  76008-3672

I proudly served on USS New Jersey from March 1967 - decommissioning in November 1969.  Proud Plankholder.  Many great memories of my Viet Nam tour.  Served as SFP3 in R Division under W.O. "Bill" Partain.  I set up and maintained the pipefitter storeroom down on Broadway.  Would like to hear from any of my old shipmates.  Serving on New Jersey was one of my best tours in the Navy.  I'm planning a trip to visit her in 2008 and possibly making my first USS New Jersey reunion in 2008 as well.  Hope to hear from any old shipmates I served with in Nam.

04/02/2007
marrerootero.edward@navy.mil
Edward Marrerootero
874 Collinswood Dr.
Jacksonville, FL  32225

I had the honor to serve on the New Jersey from 1984 - 1989, Deck Department.  Today, 22 years later, I'm at Commander Navy Region Southeast as a BMCS.  All the great times are memories well kept.  God Bless.

03/23/2007
dp_gonzales0425@7timesover.com
Jorge Gonzales
198 Tremont St., Number 506
Boston, MA  02116

Please add to Mailing List.

03/19/2007
wlovenberg@comcast.net
William M. Lovenberg
19 N. Olympia Dr.
Waretown, NJ

Best time of my life.  I served as an EM-3 working in the Distribution Shop and Power Shop.  I served from late 1985 to 1987, I got onboard in Pusan, Korea.  finished out the WestPac, and rode her back to Long Beach.  We went in to the yards and I got off in November 1987.  I have a lot of great pictures.  I did attend the opening ceremonies in Camden.

03/19/2007
kh.skraus3349@real-cheap-email.com
Sally Kraus
198 Tremont St., Number 506
Boston, MA  02116

Cool Site.

03/09/2007
jleeraider@yahoo.com
Lee Raider  (EM3)
564 Waterford Dr.
Chico, CA  95973

I served onboard from 1987 - 1991 in E Division.  My GQ Station was AFT Fire Team for Boiler and Engine Rooms.  I would like to get in touch with any of the New Jersey Jokers Softball Team that played in the years 1988 - 1991.

03/05/2007
hoggonit@aol.com
James Larry Hicks
Texarkana, AR  78154

Served on Big J for a few months in 1968 - 1969.  Made the Midshipman's cruise to San Francisco, Seattle, Tacoma, Pearl Harbor, San Diego and back to Long Beach.  Helped to onload powder and ammo at Seal Beach for the next WestPac, but it didn't happen, so helped to offload everything we had loaded.  Made the final cruise to Bremerton to help decommission the Grand Old Lady.  Got my next orders for a DDG.  What a step down in class.  I loved the Big J.  I was a gunners Mate assigned to Turret #1.  Antonio Appolonio from NYC, Doug Alley from Maine, and William Butler from Boston were my best buds.  Like to hear from any of them.

02/10/2007
rene.alamos@sbcglobal.net
BM3 Alamos
San Diego, CA

I miss all my buddies that served with me onboard from 1985 - 1987, hope some of you read this and respond.  I would love to hear from you guys.  God Bless.

02/02/2007
iculooking69@gmail.com
Bryan Fedor
Warrington, PA  18976

Served on the Big J from 1987 to Decommissioning, then moved on to the Mighty Mo.  Started in 3rd Division, cranked in the laundry, and struck into GM Division.  Anyone out there remember me?

01/31/2007
splattmatt@comcast.net
Matthew McCann
481 Cooper Dr.
Warminster, PA  18974

Hi my name is Matt and my grandpa served on a minesweeper.  He would tell us about a time that his captain let him dock the ship, while doing this he hit the USS New Jersey and it was a big deal.  I was hoping that it would be written in one of the Ships Logs, if you could help me in any way I would greatly appreciate it.  You can reach me at (215) 672-7363.

01/30/2007
twells416@myway.com
Phillip D. the boot Wells
4703 Landis St.
San Diego, CA  92105-2807

I was on the New Jersey from November 1953 to February 1956 in the FM Division.  I visited the ship in November 2005.  It would be great to hear from anyone who remembers me.

01/28/2007
bia.dobson6834@your-pop3.com
Jim Dobson
198 Tremont St., #506
Boston, MA  02116

Please add to Mailing List.

01/25/2007
fourpointscarpetstore@yahoo.com
Eddie Owsley
828 Snow Farm Rd.
Newbern, TN  38059

I have a friend that served on the USS NJ, BB-62.  His name is Alan Lybdal Hollingsworth.  I would be interested in knowing if anyone remembers him. I don't know exactly when he served on the ship.

01/17/2007
rfarmer53@yahoo.com
CWO2 Russ Farmer
15453 Amber Pointe Dr.
Victorville, CA  92394-5531

Went aboard this Fine and Great Lady in December 1981, as an MS2 and member of the recommissioning crew.  After serving aboard "Tin Cans" the Big J rode like a Cadillac, even in rough seas.  So many memories, from the 90-day shakedown cruise that lasted 11 months, Beirut, and the pride in wearing our uniforms with the ships patch on the shoulder, "USS NEW JERSEY."  The camaraderie of the commissioning crew, I never experienced again in my Navy career.  Nothing ever matched my tour aboard her; Dec 1981 - July 1985.

01/12/2007
bon-scott@sbcglobal.net
John Scott
Cypress, CA

I was in Fireroom #3 between 1982 and 1988.  Anybody still out there?

01/10/2007
rg3of3m@yahoo.com
Roy Gussman
North Hollywood, CA  91603

I am submitting this for our father who served during the Korean War period.  Irwin Gussman RDSN (1929 - 2001).  He knew how to play bridge so he ate and traveled very well with the bosses.  To a great man from your Three Kids.  2007

01/04/2007
tgbt785@aol.com
BM1 W.R. Posey
12568 Posey Hollow Rd.
Tennessee

Docked the New Jersey in Subic Bay during the Vietnam War.  Also hauled Ammo Barge to her for service.  I was on YTM 369.

01/04/2007
joker528@nycap.rr.com
Frederick Miller, PH1, USN Ret.
Ballston Spa, NY

The following information was posted on the guest book of www.navyphoto.org

Name:  Tom Beitz CV-67 (1973 - 1975)
Comments:  Greetings all.  May the New Year be better than the last.  I am asking a question that has been asked before, but hopefully there will be some new answers.  I want to donate my darkroom to the USS New Jersey (BB-62) berthed in Camden, NJ.  They want to restore the lab to the 1981 - 1993 configuration.  I can guess from the plates on the electrical panel that there was a King Concept Processor and where an enlarger was, probably a D5, but I have no clue as to the office space or any other equipment that might have been there.  I really could use some photos of the spaces and any and all other information.  Were the spaces photographed for record purposes before it was mothballed?  Where might they be, who might have custody of the photos?  Thanks in advance for any information.

If there are any Photo Mates that served on the New Jersey, please go to the guest book and send Tom Beitz an e-mail - BTW - this was Entry 244.  

01/04/2007
clcook@aol.com
Chris Cook
Anderson, IN  46013

All Marines from 1982 to 1984 contact me.  Thanks Jarheads!

12/27/2006
boscocp@hotmail.com
Robert Littlefield/Tammi Brown

I am looking to hear from anyone that knew of, or was involved in, the search and incident that took place in Naples, Italy in April of 1984.  Robert L. Littlefield, SH3, USS New Jersey (BB-62) was last seen in Naples, Italy.  The ship was enroute back to Long Beach, CA.  The family is still trying to solve this mystery.  Please e-mail!  We would like to hear any bit of information that anyone might remember.  Thanks, Tammi.

12/25/2006
dav123kim@aol.com
Clinton C. Hopkins
816 Prince St.
Bristol, VA  24201

Looking for information on J.B. Gossett.

12/12/2006
hc-cooper5202@hgc-corp.com
Larry Cooper
198 Tremont St., #506
Boston, MA

Served in 1982, please add to Mailing List.

12/07/2006
sharkbait9@hotmail.com
Charles Whatley
23423 Highway 59, Apt 2004
Kingwood, TX  77339

I am seeking information on a close friend of mine that passed away last year.  He told me stories of when he was sixteen years old and lied about his age to enlist in the Navy during WWII.  His name is Brian King and he was a gun director on the New Jersey.  If you know where I can view a crew list or find information on him I would greatly appreciate it.  Thank you very much, C. Whatley.

11/24/2006
happy70@optonline.net
Felix Pizzulli

Please add to Mailing List.

11/21/2006
jon.anderson@state.vt.us
James Richard Anderson
New York, NY

I am submitting this for my father who passed away.  He was a "Plank-Owner" and served in the Pacific from 1942 - 1946.  He started loading the 16 inchers and ended up as a fire control man for the rear turret.  After the war he finished high school and went to college and law school and finished his career as a Judge.  Thought you would like to know.  I have a solid nickel ring that he said was made from a bolt from a watertight door.

11/19/2006
floyd.robinson@maab.centaf.af.mil
BM2 Floyd W. Robinson
1512 Nicklaus Dr.
Fayetteville, NC  28303

I was onboard from 1985 to 1988 in the 6th Division.  BMC Lapid was our leading Chief.  I enjoyed working on the 40 foot utility boats, painting and preserving them.  Can't wait until the next reunion, I'll be there.

11/18/2006
brucemarx2001@yahoo.com
Bruce Marx
Las Vegas, NV

Served from May 1986 to May 1989, #1 Engine Room.  Would like to hear from those I served with.

10/02/2006
ericheinen@hughes.net
Eric Heinen
113 Bates St.
Steele, MO  63877

I served aboard the New Jersey from June 1968 until December 1968.  While in Pearl Harbor September 10th, I received my Silver Star Medal for service in-country Vietnam, October 25, 1967, from Admiral John S. McCain.  I was a GMG3 and in 5th Division.

10/01/2006
larryd5225@aol.com
Larry Damigella

I was onboard from 1968 - 1969.  I recommissioned and decommissioned her.  I served in #4 Engine Room.  I'm still a good looking guy.

09/27/2006
motograter_13@yahoo.com
Nathan Baker
886 County Road 39
Fremont, OH  43420

My grandfather served on the New Jersey.  I never got to meet him, he died at a young age. I don't even have much of his stuff.  His name was Ray Habel.  For any of you that served with him or may have known him, please send me an e-mail or write me.  Meeting up with his old shipmates was something he was working hard on when he died.  Now I would like to hear from some of you who may have known him.  I never chose the military like he did, I felt my place was to serve in law Enforcement.

09/25/2006
bdavis1949@houston.rr.com
Ben Davis
10817 Stabler Ln.
Houston, TX  77076

Brother to former crewman Forrest H. Heck, Jr. (Korea).  Thank-you for including his name in taps, the New Jersey will always have a special space in my heart and for the brave crewman who served her.  Gods Speed, gy/sgt. B. Davis, USMC, retired.

09/24/2006
Benjamin Pasgenski, BM2, USN

I boarded the USS Iowa on 2-23-1943.  All of 1943 was on the Atlantic, then 1-1-1944 with the New Jersey to the Pacific, then all the action except Iwo.  In 1946 the Jersey tied up to our Starboard side.  I left the Iowa in September for discharge 12-23-1946.

09/23/2006
bdingman@metrocast.net
Bob Dingman ("Ding")
Laconia, NH  03246

I served in E Division during Vietnam ('67 - '69).  Over the past few years myself and other E Division crewmembers have been very successful in locating and contacting other former shipmates from E Division.  Last year (Sept 2005) 24 of us reunited at the USS New Jersey Veterans Association Reunion in Philadelphia and spent a very memorable 4-5 days together.  We spent a day on the ship, had an E Division Party on Friday night, thanks to Steve Sheehan, at a local Irish Pub (Captain Snyder and his wife Mary Louise, graciously accepted our invitation and attended their first E Division party), attended the Association's daily tours