| I was aboard the Uss Wright for about a year. We went to Canada, New York City, New Jersey, Ft Lauderdale. This would be 1968 to 1970. I was COMDESRON 21 (decomishing work preservation group. My memory is not as good as it should be and would like to hear from those aboard with me. | ||
| Posted By: Ray Carlson | email: ke5lul@yahoo.com | 06-Sep-10 | |
| Does anybody remember Robertson's Cleaners, The drivers name was Bill Robertson and from 1966 till 1968 that was the cleaner who would come to the ship and get our Uniforms.Ole Bill would sometimes give us a ride in the laundry truck down Hampton Blvd to Norfolk. Saved a lot a time and money avoiding cab and bus fare | ||
| Posted By: Jerry (Dusty) Rhoads | email: grhoas2@cox.net | 28-Jun-10 | |
| I served on the Wright from Jan 1966 to Nov. 1968. Straight from Boot Camp- I was assigned as a mess cook in the Chiefs Mess I worked with a fellow mess cook Craig Warburton, a fellow named Charlie Brown a 2nd class was in charge of me and Craig. I later transfered to R Division as a DC Man. I worked with Dave Martin, Dale Simmons, Rudland, and Merdick. I remember Chief Vincent, Chief Silva, Mr. Newton and Mr. Richards. I will never forget The trip to Rio | ||
| Posted By: jerry( Dusty) Rhoads | email: grhoads2@cox.net | 25-Aug-10 | |
| PLEASE CHANGE E-MAIL ADDRESS TO "TJMICHLER@PTD.NET" STILL LOOKING FOR "MEANEST MAN IN WORLD"-SGT.JOHN SIMONELLI,MAR.DET.--1963-65 | ||
| Posted By: thomas michler | email: tjmichler@ptd.net | 24-Aug-10 | |
| I'm looking for Charles H Clark (Chief Damage Control in the early 1950's). | ||
| Posted By: Bill Bechtel | email: billilly8@gmail.com | 22-Aug-10 | |
| Sorry i"ll change it . I said the USS WRIGHT went to Montego Bay, Jamaica. I was aboard the USS NEWPORT NEWS Ca-148 when we had liberty there in Jamaica. | ||
| Posted By: Michael Paganelli | email: | 18-Aug-10 | |
| I worked at AT&T in Norfolk and provided land lines to both ships as from 1963 until they were retired. It was a great mystery back then and we enjoyed serving the communication needs very much! I would love to have seen some of the gear, especially one time when I was called and completely fooled into thinking the ship called on a land line! | ||
| Posted By: Wilson Garland | email: wilson.garland@verizon.net | 17-Aug-10 | |
| I am looking for Tom Hawkins BT1. He was on board 1964-1965 and was in #2 fireroom | ||
| Posted By: Daryl Stanley | email: desert6282@aol.com | 30-Jul-20 | |
| I'm looking for John Luers | ||
| Posted By: Emmett Cook | email: mamajopope@yahoo.com | 26-Jul-20 | |
| I served from Sept 1968 to April 1970 and would like to get in touch with Sherm,Tibedeau,Crowley, Green, McIntire,I was in Division 4 If any of you know of them please let me know | ||
| Posted By: Bill Allen | email: santaba01@insightbb.com | 25-Jul-10 | |
| My uncle served on the Uss Wright His name was Earl Leland Mattox | ||
| Posted By: Kristine Stephens | email: kristie1957@yahoo.com | 19-Jun-10 | |
| I would like to locate THOMAS (TOM) KAPELLA who served aboard the USS WRIGHT in the mid sixties. Tom was a DK and was probabaly a Chief or Senior Chief. We served aboard the USS PERKINS (DD/DDR-877) together in the early sixties. GLEN BROXSON, SKCS RET. | ||
| Posted By: GLEN BROXSON | email: glenbroxson@aol.com | 14-Jun-10 | |
| HI jj is there any body out there from v-3 gas from 51to54.Did not get a chance to see this winter when we were in florida.Maybe next year. (Squid) Jim McGlynn | ||
| Posted By: Jim McGlynn | email: carjimmc@sbcglobal.net | 08-May-10 | |
| Hi - Does anyone knopw if there was a patch for the prewar VT-9, and what it looked like, or even a picture of it? So far no joy with google, or the Tailhook Assn. Thanks, David | ||
| Posted By: David O'Donoghue | email: bomberodavid@aol,com | 26-Apr-10 | |
| I JUST CAME ACROSS THIS BLOG. I SERVED ON THE USS WRIGHT AV1 IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC DURING YEARS 1943/44 as a Gunners Mate 2nd class | ||
| Posted By: Jim (Robbie) Robison | email: jrobi22@comcast.net | 15-Apr-10 | |
| FTG-3, served 64-65 before going to west coast. Enjoyed the ship and crew. Had fun shooting the 40's. | ||
| Posted By: Jan Hanson | email: jahanson@prtel.com | 11-Apr-10 | |
| RM3 served on Wright CC2-Sep66-may69. Many good memories but wanted out real bad at the time. Hope all "Wright Brothers" doing fine. Give me a hello if you remember these years. Alot has taken place since then. Saw the ship in moth balls in Philly and then recently found she was in "melt down"..so sad! | ||
| Posted By: Tom Cangelo | email: tcangelo@yahoo.com | 07-Apr-10 | |
| We just received word that Shipmate Jim Fahy BT 2, CVL 49, B Division, 1946 to 1948,Sadly, succumbed to Leukemia. A Good Husband, Father, and Shipmate. Rest in peace, your work is done | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 19-Mar-10 | |
| IC 3, assigned to OPCON (The Box) and Secure Telephone. Dan Mckelvey and I maintained anything related to IC in the secure area. Aboard 1968 till 1970 Decommissioning. I have a PDF file containing a copy of USS Wright CC-2 Blueprints. Email me if you would like a copy. | ||
| Posted By: Tom Ramsey | email: tpramsey@windstream.net | 14-Mar-10 | |
| I was assigned to Marine detachment in late 68 - 69. We docked at Halifax, Nova Scotia for some big "To DO", does anybody remember event and date? Thanks, Bill Wright | ||
| Posted By: bill wright | email: willowbend@wildblue.net | 01-Mar-20 | |
| I was aboard Aug 65 to Sept 66 as RM1 Tech Control supervisor. Chief Purvis, Miles, What was the comm officer name LT Bob Woodward???? | ||
| Posted By: Loren Dudley | email: | 22-Feb-10 | |
| To Fred Beckley B Division. I remember you and lalicker as I served abord from early 65 to 67.worked No.3 Fireroom with Giler Bt1, David Earle Bt2, Adkins BT3. Email or call me . My info is listed in crews list. | ||
| Posted By: larry Daly | email: Captflameo@aol.com | 10-Feb-14 | |
| I was also part of the original crew of the wright.i came aboard on early jan of 62 and served until jan of 66(4 month extension because of viet nam).Please,any of my old shipmates that remember me please contact me.I remember schreiber,ridgeway,shuck,cornman,sprinkle,rockford to name a few.contact me and let's talk. | ||
| Posted By: Roger Johnson | email: rkjgolfer@yahoo.com | 26-Jan-10 | |
| just found this today.glad to see that some rm's from 62 thru 66 have posted messages.i plan on joining and hope some of my old shipmates will write to me.my nickname was "hokie" and i worked in the transmitter shack my entire time on the Wright.I knew john sprinkle and was saddened to hear that he had passed.please contact me as i would very much like to be at the next reunion.hope to hear from some of my shipmates | ||
| Posted By: Roger Johnson | email: rkjgolfer@yahoo.com | 22-Jan-09 | |
| Looking for anybody that may have known my father Gordon Filer, he served on the USS. Wright from approx. 1942 through 1945. Or does anybody know of a ship roster from those same years? | ||
| Posted By: Greg Filer | email: Greg0957@aol.com | 09-Jan-10 | |
| I served on USS Wright CC2 from august 1965 to Sept. 1967. I was an RM3 in the CR2 division. I remember crossing the equater in 1967 on our way to Uraguy for the LBJ conference and then going to RIO for a week. What a blast that was. | ||
| Posted By: Ed Lewandowski | email: ed.lewandowski@sodexo.com | 31-Dec-09 | |
| Aloha and Merry Christmas Shipmates from Makaha Hawaii. Served USS Wright CC2 from 1965 - 1969. Electrician Mate Em2 DAV Cancer. Wasn't supposed to see 23 now I'm 63. Far Out! | ||
| Posted By: Tommy Holloman | email: crsaniv20y@aol.com | 23-Dec-09 | |
| I just want to wish all my shipmates a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year from Frank and Marie | ||
| Posted By: Frank Kozlowski | email: kozlowskifrank@yahoo.com | 21-Dec-09 | |
| looking for m. lalicker around 1967ish, B div. | ||
| Posted By: fred beckley | email: junkemail0126@comcast.net | 19-Dec-09 | |
| I have the sad duty to inform the membershipof the passing of Terrill F Beddingfield. He battled colon cancer for seven years. He was a CVL 49 Sailor, O/I Division, His rating was SO 2. He made the Wigwam cruise. | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 09-Dec-09 | |
| Gentlemen; It is with great sorrow that I must tell you of the passing of yet another of your shipmates. My Father, William J. Blinn, passed from this life at 1:10 a.m. on the morning of 12/5/09. He had been in Arl. Memorial hospital since last Wednesday for an infection. A funeral Mass will be said on Friday, 12/11/09 at St. Maria Gorretti Church in Arlington, TX, at 10:00 a.m. Once he found out about your reunions, he didn't miss a one. He looked forward to it all year. I am, his eldest son, Gary William Blinn. | ||
| Posted By: Gary Blinn | email: gblinn@tx.rr.com | 07-Dec-09 | |
| I am searching for any information regarding my father's service on the USS Wright AV-1. He served on the Wright from 1935 until 1938. My father is now 92 years old, alive and well and would like to hear from anyone from this era, especially anyone who may have known him. My father is Bernard "George" Mulson. He arrived in San Diego aboard the USS Chaumont from Norfolk and reported to the USS Wright CV-1 on Thanksgiving Day 1935. He was 18 years old. Dad was in the 1st Division Deck Force. Louis Hoetzel Boatsmate 1st Class was in charge. Some of his shipmates were "Sterny" Sternberg, Myron "Andy" Anderson, "Red" Lyons, "Smitty" Smith, "Stink Weed", "Mac" McQueen, and Joe Paisley. Later, he went from the 1st Division to be sternhook of the Admiral's Barge. He liked this job. Fred "Red" Youngblood BM 1/c was coxswain of the Barge. "Reds" kid brother, Marvin "Junior" Youngblood was the Bowhook. "Stink" Weed Machinist Mate 2/c was the enginieer. Marvin and my Dad were Seaman 1/c. My father recalls his team aboard the Wright like it was yesterday and says he grew up there and it was his home for 3 years. When the Flag transferred to the USS Memphis, Dad went with it. My father just recently found out about the USS Wright Association and was thrilled to read some of the posted entries. One of the entries mentioned a man named John Joseph Kaiser in 1934 at age 36. He remembered that he would stand wheel watches with a man named Kaiser and wondered if it was the same man. My father, "George" Mulson would love to hear from anyone that served during this time. Please email me at kgiebitz@aol.com Thank you!! | ||
| Posted By: Kathy Giebitz | email: kgiebitz@aol.com | 14-Nov-09 | |
| Went aboard CC-2 in 1969 RM1 Was part of the decomission crew in 1970 Portsmouht Va Was advanced to CPO 2 months after departing, aboard the USS Shenandoah in Malta | ||
| Posted By: Howard Breeding | email: stanrmc@aol.com | 14-Nov-09 | |
| I was on board from 1964-1968 came on board right out of boot camp. I remember Perkins in charge of the sheet metal shop any one remember Speedy, Baily, Ed (Ski) DC shop was Jim Bero,Jim Barker, Dave Martin Merridick. Pipe shop Grahm was incharge Yurko and Sisk. | ||
| Posted By: Jim Pontier | email: jim52yo@yahoo.com | 13-Nov-09 | |
| Happy Veterans Day! I was on board the U.S.S.Wright CC-2 from July 1965 to July 1967. I was a DP3 during that time. I was kid but I have some wonderful memories aboard the Wright. | ||
| Posted By: Richard Brindley | email: rbrindley@att.com | 11-Nov-09 | |
| I was on C-22 August 66- Feb. 69 in the OI division. Looking for John Rodriguez and W.D. Jarrett and A.J. Stephens | ||
| Posted By: bernard howard | email: beh1155@earthlink.net | 21-Nov-09 | |
| MY HUSBAND, FRANK BOYLE, (JOHN F. BOYLE, JR.)PROUDLY SERVED ABOARD THE USS WRITE FROM 1952-1955. I BELIEVE HE WAS ABOARD DURING OPERATION WIGWAM BUT I DON'T SEE HIS NAME LISTED THERE. HE SPOKE OF BEING THERE TO ME. HE WAS VERY PROUD OF THE TIME HE SERVED ABOARD THE WRIGHT (USS WRIGHT --ON TIME) HE PASED AWAY ON PATRIOT'S DAY IN 2005. THERE WAS NO PROUDER AMERICAN. HE SUFFERED MANY ILLNESSES DURING HIS LIFE TIME. I OFTEN WONDERED IF THEY WERE CONNECTED TO HIS MILITARY SERVICE. CARLENE BOYLE | ||
| Posted By: Carlene Boyle | email: sea2sand@hotmail.com | 18-Oct-09 | |
| My husband is Andrew J. Roy. He served on the Wright from '62 to '66. He passed away 8-15-95. I have the information of his: pictures, names of the sailors who served with him, and more. If anyone is interested email me. Thanks, Bonnie | ||
| Posted By: Bonnie Roy | email: bonniroy@charter.net | 17-Oct-09 | |
| I was on the original crew of the CC-2. Does anybody still have the list we were given for the pre-com crew. I was with the radio division and ran crypt office. I had my own separate little room. If so scan me a copy Donny donaldschreiber21@yahoo.com | ||
| Posted By: Donald Schreiber | email: donaldschreiber21@yahoo.com | 29-Sep-09 | |
| Jim Bero, The Lt was Newton not Newman. I came aboard sometime in 1967 as a fireman (E3). Had to work in the Chief's Mess before I came to "R" Divison. The Chief Master at Arms was pretty strickt, but I got along with him OK. The only thing I can remember about his name was they called him "Doc", I think. I was in the sheet metal gang. Barminski and Schlappi <<(spelling?) were in the pipe fitters gang if my memory serves me correctly. Barminski is now deceased. 1st class PO (E6)by name of Perkins was in charge. He later made chief then warrant officer. He was from West Virginia from what I remember. Bald headed 2nd class PO by name of Yurko was in sheet metal. Carl was his first name I believe. We also had a black 2nd class PO, but can't remember his name. He was kind of short and stocky. real nice guy and a good Petty Officer. There were some others in the DC gang, but can't remember their names. I finally made 2nd class before getting out in February 1968. I was fire team leader for repair party #4. Retired Civillian law Enforcement 30 1/2 years. Retired MSgt.(E7)US Air Force Reserves 19 years. Terry Newman SFM2 | ||
| Posted By: Terry Newman | email: lilvalleyacres@hughes.net | 22-Sep-09 | |
| I was aboard 65 threw 67 in R div. Dc 3 made the Rio trip.Looking for any old mates from R div. Ski from NY, Pontiar from Pitts. Stockman from Ohio even LT> Newman, remember me, I was newmans bad boy | ||
| Posted By: James Bero | email: jimmyb4213@live.com | 12-Sep-09 | |
| I served aboard the WRIGHT CVL-49 from February of 1947 to September of 1952 in V-3 Division, today I learned of the passing of George N. Bartlett from Ray Sheridan, George Bartlett was also in the V-3 Division, he was a friend and even though I had not seen him in years he will be missed. My sincerest sympathy and condolences go out to his family and friends. | ||
| Posted By: Steve Donnelly | email: scdonnelly@aol.com | 06-Sep-09 | |
| trying to contact a charles kowalski who served anboard the wright from 1968 to 1970.if someone has an e-mail address or contact information it would be appreciated. thanks joe | ||
| Posted By: joseph ferretti | email: joe.ferretti@verizon.net | 06-Sep-09 | |
| George Noah Bartlett Jr Mr. George Noah Bartlett Jr., 77, of Dalton, departed this life Saturday evening, Aug. 8, 2009, at the local hospital. George was born March 19,1932, in Pawtucket, R.I., to the late George Noah Bartlett Sr. and Rachel Sanderson Bartlett. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Terrance Bartlett and Robert Bartlett. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Barbara Teresin Bartlett; daughters and son-in-law, Kimberly and Bob Foster, North Attleboro Mass., Debbie Jette, Attleboro, Mass.; daughter and son-in-law by marriage, Marcy and Rex Quarles, Dalton; brother and sister-in-law, John and Janet Bartlett, East Providence R.I.; six grandchildren, Charles Jette, Jenny Jette, Emma Jette, Sarah Bonome, Christina Bonome and Elliott Quarles. Mr. Bartlett served his country in the U.S. Navy on Aircraft Carrier USS Wright. Mr. Bartlett was a bio medical engineer with the Veterans Administration. He was on the ground floor in developing bio medical equipment used today throughout the United States. He traveled extensively throughout his career. He lived in Gallup, N.M., at the Navajo Reservation (working as a bio medical engineer where he was also a facilities manager); Keams Canyon, Ariz., with the Hopi Indians at the Indian Medical center; and Anchorage, Alaska, at the Alaska Native Hospital. Mr Bartlett and his wife, Barbara, enjoyed travel throughout their marriage. Messages may be sent to the Bartlett family at www.pondersfuneralhome.com. A Memorial service may be held at a later date. Arrangements are by locally owned and operated Ponders Funeral Homes, 138 Melrose Drive, Dalton; (706) 226-4002. Your Selected Independent Funeral Home. | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 23-Aug-09 | |
| It is my sad duty to inform all who knew George N Bartlett that he past away Saturday August 8, 2009. He spent many hours speaking of his buddies and time spent on uss wright | ||
| Posted By: barbara bartlett | email: mamabarb07yahoo.com | 17-Aug-09 | |
| Hi Everyone, We want you to know how much we appreciate your thoughts and prayers, they definitely made a difference. Our Dad had his chest closed on Monday, only two weeks behind schedule but it's now closed. This was a major milestone in his recovery from the surgery. As we were telling you before, he was retaining fluids and because of that they couldn't close his chest. Last night after they had closed him up the surgeon talked to us and told what a tough old guy he is. He said that at 81 our Dad pretty much survived all that had happened on just pure personal toughness. He said most would not have. We are all very thankful. They are now starting to wean him off the ventilator and meds to get him out of the ICU and into the Critical Care Unit. When that happens we think we'll start having visitors for him other than just immediate family. Right now we are thinking that will be about a week or so but it just depends on how fast he builds his strength, gets off the ventilator and all the other support systems they use in the ICU. We'll continue the updates on how he is doing. Thank you again for all the kind thoughts and the prayers. We have never been an overly religious family, but we know the prayers have made a difference. Thank you. Bruce, Mark, and Jennie | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 05-Aug-09 | |
| I found out John Sprinkle one of the original crew from the cc-2 passed. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer. Sprinkle, Fod, Schreiber, Newton, and Cornman were all part of the group. Donald Schreiber | ||
| Posted By: Donald Schreibrt | email: donaldschreiber21@yahoo.com | 22-Aug-19 | |
| Shipmate Frank Baillie underwent extensive heart surgery on o7/20/09. The operation went well, but complications set in. Please keep him in your prayers. Bill Blinn Chaplin | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 24-Jul-09 | |
| It is my sad duty to inform the membership, that a CVL 49 shipmate, Keen Ahner has gone on permanent station on 06/22/09. Our deepest sympathy to his family. It has been an honor to have known him, but a greater honor to have sailed with him. USS Wright Association | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 10-Jul-09 | |
| I served on the USS Wright during the de-commissioning stage in Newport. If memory serves me well (difficult at my age) it was late 1969 thru early 1970. Word was that President Nixon told the Navy that there wasn’t any way he was going to sea during a National Emergency, that he'd take his chances on Air Force One. I remember seeing the Presidential Suite – impressive! | ||
| Posted By: Larry Melton | email: lmelton@consolidated.net | 23-Jun-09 | |
| My Father , Robert E. Lee ( originally from Lawrence Mass. ) served on CVL49 in about 1945 ... He served as a radioman and tail gunner on a tour of the mediteranian . He is o.k. but failing health at 82 with moderate alzheimers' ... He still remembers the "Wright" quite well though ... and probably alwys will ..... Ken (son ) | ||
| Posted By: Kenneth Lee | email: leeandken@aol.com | 16-Jun-09 | |
| served aboard the Wright in V1 div.from 12/03/50 until 05/10/54. would like to hear from anyone serving aboard at that time. | ||
| Posted By: Richard WHITE | email: whttdd717@aol.com | 17-Jun-09 | |
| Onboard Wright 66-67. RM3 CR rcvr & xmtrs div ..actually tested that SVLF transmitter with morse code(CW)that took up the whole aft end of the ship. Impressive duty and very proud ship..great chow and good crew. | ||
| Posted By: Wayne Braley | email: wabraley@aol.com | 01-May-09 | |
| My Dad, Athene Bowling, a short red haired man from Ky., served aboard the Wright during WW2. Does anone remember him or have any stories about him? I know he was engaged to a girl from Australia at one time while there, but I know very little. Thanks! | ||
| Posted By: clara worthington | email: kworthington@zoominternet.net | 27-Apr-20 | |
| you can get replacement shellback certificates with the following link tiffany publishing.com in norfolk | ||
| Posted By: frank hearon | email: frankhearon@aol.com | 20-Apr-09 | |
| I am sorry to inform my shipmates that we lost another AV 1 sailor. Robert Moore passed away on 04/08/09. His address is 112 Rosewood Dr. Jerseyville, IL 62052. Furneral arrangements are for Saturday 04/11/09. Rest in peace Bob, we will see you at the final muster | ||
| Posted By: Jim O,Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 09-Apr-09 | |
| Richard L. Penlon - Palm Bay - Richard L. Penlon of Palm Bay, ended his lifes journey this day, Saturday, March 28, 2009 that started December 9, 1930. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Joyce; four sons, Wayne E., Jeffry Lee, Darrell J. (Melissa), Todd D.; granddaughter, Hannah; special friend/ caregiver, Marie Frechette of Ocala. He served on the USS Wright CVL 49 for four and a half years as an engineer and was the vice President of the Wright Association in later years for two terms. He learned to play the guitar in the navy and played blue grass music anywhere a jam session was open. Cremation to be in Palm Bay. Internment at the family's convenience in Irondequoit, NY. No viewing or services except at graveside for family and close friends. | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 31-Mar-09 | |
| To All Shipmates On Saturday March 28 Dick Penlon 0ur shipmate,past Vice President, and first Webmaster passed away. Dick Lived at 1972 Mango Street NE Palm, Bay FL. 32905-3333 Tel# 407 676 5866.He is now listed with all his shipmates and we who are left behind can only say It has been an honor to have known him. Rest in Peace | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 29-Mar-09 | |
| Aloha from Hawaii, my home for the last 2 years & 4 months. I served from 1965 to 1969 aboard USS Wright CC 2. Got out and 30 days later had cancer. I'm one of the lucky ones, I survived. Curious, Ed, Joe or my good friend Gabby. If you see this drop me an email. Tks & Alohaaaaaaaaa. | ||
| Posted By: Tom Holloman EM 2 | email: crsaniv20y@aol.com | 25-Mar-09 | |
| I was stationed on the USS Wright from 07/68 till 01/69. Met a lot great guys spent all my time on the mess deck. Was dicharged due to family hardship. I loved my ship and most of all I loved the navy. | ||
| Posted By: Glenn G Miller | email: ggm711@aol.com | 22-Mar-20 | |
| My father, Raymond Holley, served on the San Clemente, then USS Wright from 1944 to 1945 as a ship's radio operator. Please add him to the roster. If any of his shipmates would like to contact him, please drop me a line. He is 83 and doing very well in Cincinnati, OH. | ||
| Posted By: Mary Beth Holley | email: mbholley64@yahoo.com | 21-Mar-09 | |
| I am the son of Gerald Osborn Eastman. My father was on the USS Wright during Pearl Harbor, he has passed away now and I was trying to find out any information about him. He always talked about the hula girls and the south pacific and the date line parties for the new guys and I was just trying to learn more about my father. | ||
| Posted By: Darrell Eastman | email: darrell_eastman@hotmail.com | 17-Mar-09 | |
| Hello My Dad Sam Burrofato served on the USS Wright CVL-49 from 1950-51. I did not notice his name on the complete roster list. He's doing well in Clifton, NJ. | ||
| Posted By: Samuel W. Burrofato | email: rjb037@yahoo.com | 04-Mar-09 | |
| I served on the USS Wright CVL-49 from December of 1954 through December of 1955. I worked as an air controlman in the OI division during that time. I am attempting to contact some of my old shipmates from that time frame. | ||
| Posted By: Kenneth Evans | email: sevens@socal.rr.com | 29-Feb-20 | |
| for those of you on board CC-2 at the time we crossed the equator on April 1 1967 and the color shellback cards listed the lat long wrong. We crossed the equator in the middle of the Sahara desert on a carrier!! The green cards are correct. I understand you can write to St Louis facility and get copies of certificates. | ||
| Posted By: Frank Hearon | email: frankhearon@aol.com | 15-Feb-09 | |
| Just to inform shipmates of Robert Maxner that he passed away Fri Feb 06, 2009. He served on the Wright approx 1953-1956. Ronald Fields USS ODAX SS484 | ||
| Posted By: Ronald Fields | email: moparmtn@yahoo.com | 10-Feb-09 | |
| looking for a email address for leo davitt who served on the uss wright around 69-70. | ||
| Posted By: brenda ekstrom | email: bekstrom1@comcast.net | 10-Feb-09 | |
| WHO EVER SAID THAT I PASSED AWAY IS WRONG.I STILL CAN KICK SOME ASS. | ||
| Posted By: glenn geiger | email: attweco@verizon.net | 02-Jun-09 | |
| Does anyone on here remember a Harold James Manselle? He would have been called Jimbo, or Jim and served aboard the USS Wright at Midway during 1942. He was also in the Black Cat Squadron. | ||
| Posted By: Connie Manselle | email: nvconnie@yahoo.com | 25-Jan-20 | |
| USS Wright (CC-2) crossed the equator in 1968 enroute to Punta Del Este Uruguay on a presidential support mission. I would have to try and find my shellback certificate to get the date. Kind Regards Curt Boyd CWO-4 USN Retired | ||
| Posted By: Curt Boyd | email: curtboyd@bellsouth.net | 08-Jan-20 | |
| Hi everyone! My father was on the San Clemente when the name changed to the USS Wright. I believe this was somewhere between 1943 - 1945. His name is Glen D. Shafer. He's almost 91 years old and as spry as a 50 year old! He would love to hear from or about anyone who was on board with him! Thanks to all who have served this wonderful country! | ||
| Posted By: Dawn Johnson | email: realdizzy@yahoo.com | 06-Jan-09 | |
| does any remember buzz mcintyre,served with him in 1969.would like to get in touch with him. thanks george | ||
| Posted By: george lamp | email: yarnell70@hotmail.com | 05-Jan-09 | |
| Just wondering if anyone has the date and year that we crossed the equator on the way South to support Pres. Johnson while he attended the Southern Hemisphere Conference? I remember us being mustered topside and waving at then Pres. as he flew by. | ||
| Posted By: Terry Newman SFM2 | email: lilvalleyacres@hughes.net | 22-Dec-08 | |
| Just wanted to wish all the crewmen and their families from the Wright a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year. | ||
| Posted By: Frank Kozlowski | email: kozlowskifrank@yahoo.com | 23-Dec-08 | |
| My father, David Stovall FTG2, served aboard the USS Wright CC-2 circa 1967-68. Sadly, Dad passed away on November 23, 2008 after a long battle with renal disease. I am interested in hearing from anyone who served with him. Thank you, Amy Stovall (daughter) amy_stovall@msn.com | ||
| Posted By: Amy Stovall | email: amy_stovall@msn.com | 18-Dec-08 | |
| I am looking for anyone that may have served with Ron Bissonette in WWII 1944. Ron Bissonette works for me at 81 years old and is still in sound mind. Since I am a Navy Veteran myself I would be interested in knowing how I could look up the ships log for that year with his name on it. Thank you Malryn | ||
| Posted By: Ronald Bissonette | email: jethro123@comcast.net | 06-Dec-08 | |
| I was in the website today ,as I heard it was so nice abd we are giving credit to someone for a good Job and my e mail addy is sao old I almoast forgot that was once mine,when Harve nomonayed the preasant officers ,not by the by-laws Iwas a little worried and now that thee is no leadership to speak of I am really wondering what he was thinkin but it is done now and it looks like from where I am as a former officer things are headed downhill fast,I'll probably not see the end of the assn,but I bet I am close Due to my terminal Cabcer my reunion days are gone as are a lot of old friends that answered taps,I hope all the rest have a great twilight of life abd stay well manyone who wants to call me or e mail I'll try to be there for any shipmate ya'll all have a great holiday season and I'll be thinking of all old mates on the Wright,and wish you all well from Florida Dick Penlon X aide to Ed Harvey and V P | ||
| Posted By: Richard Penlon | email: cvl49@juno.com | 05-Dec-08 | |
| I served aboard the USS WRIGHT from sept 1965 until March 1966. Please add my name to the listing of those who served aboard her. thank you | ||
| Posted By: Allen Sonier | email: mikesonier@cox.net | 25-Nov-08 | |
| I would like to wish all my shipmates a very happy Thanksgiving, with all the warm feelings and cherished memories the day can bring. I just got out of the hospital so it take me a day or two to get back into swing. Thanks for your understanding. JJ | ||
| Posted By: JJ O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 24-Oct-08 | |
| Wondering if anyone remembers a Don Rickard? He was my dad and served on the USS Wright from 25mar41 o18sep43. I did not see his name on the list of sailors but I recently got a copy of his service record showing his service on the Wright as well as on 3 other ships. | ||
| Posted By: Myra Italiano-Rickard | email: myra.italiano@frontiernet.net | 23-Nov-20 | |
| MY HUSBAND REPAIRS OLD HOUSES AND WE RECENTLY FOUND ALOT OF THINGS BELONGING TO A REGINALD WATSON THAT WAS ON THE USS WRIGHT.I WOULD LIKE TO FOUND OUT MORE ABOUT HIM IF POSSIBLE.I THINK IT WAS AROUND 1947-1951. | ||
| Posted By: PATRICIA HOCKMAN | email: faithis00@windstream.net | 09-Jan-58 | |
| My name is Bill Pendergast. I was an Rm2 assigned to Secure Teletype from precom(Feb '63)to discharge in Sep of '66. Would enjoy hearing from any of you guys that I served with. | ||
| Posted By: Bill Pendergast | email: wpender@thurston.com | 11-Nov-08 | |
| It is with heavy heart that I have to inform all my shipmates of the passing of Duke Page. He served on the USS Wright AV 1/ AG 79 from 1940 to 1945 in the 3rdDiv his rating and rank was SSML 1. He went to join his Shipmates on 10/22/08. | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 23-Oct-08 | |
| Those who served aboard CC-2 might be intereted in the article at www.coldwar.org/museum/doomsday_ships.asp. | ||
| Posted By: Karl Priest | email: kcpriest@aol.com | 19-Oct-08 | |
| Would like to hear from anyone who served with the VS 27 Squadron from 52-53 aboard the USS WRIGHT. I would be very interested in seeing some of the squadron people attend the Wright Reunions... | ||
| Posted By: Wilbur Tackaberry | email: chiefaf30@yahoo.com | 24-Sep-08 | |
| BRANSON.MO WAS JUST GREAT.GETTING TO SEE ALL OUR FRIENDS AND TALK OLD TIMES.ALDO MEETING NEW PEOPLE. GOING TO SHOWS AND BEING IN THE HOSIPTALITY ROOM WAS WONDERFUL.. LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR... THANKS ALL FOR THE HARD WORK YOU DID TO GET US WHERE WE WERE. PHYLLIS AND BOB GREYTAK. | ||
| Posted By: GREYTAK ROBERT/PHYLLIS | email: PJGFL999@AOL.COM | 22-Sep-08 | |
| Just wanted to say 2008 Reunion-Branson was great! God bless everyone involved! Great to see everyone again. This is our new email address. Served aboard USS Wright 62-66 in R-Div.-shipfitter. | ||
| Posted By: Norman Schlappi | email: coffeenut48383@yahoo.com | 21-Sep-08 | |
| Served on CC2 in 1967 while awaiting nuke and sub schools. Made the S. American trip to Uraguay and Brazil. Shellbacked on the way down. Loved that Rio de Janiero liberty. Remember LBJ flying by and Frantic Frank making everyone muster topside and then wave our hats at the prez. The helicopter crew later said that LBJ asked "whose Navy is that?", but in much saltier language. Even at the time I thought it was very unmilitary to wave your hats at the prez. Also remember the crew being mustered topside in Norfolk as the Northhampton (CC-1) went to sea. As she passed by, Frantic Frank gave some Hollywood-sounding speach on the 1MC and thoroughly embarrassed everyone on board. I later found out that a guy I have known for years was on the Wright when I was. Another friend was at the U.S. embassy in Rio when we were there. Small world. | ||
| Posted By: Bob Miller | email: dadcheckmail@yahoo.com | 19-Sep-08 | |
| Frank Strycharski,(my Dad) pasted away on Nov.-2007,he wanted to give the Association a plaqe he had,that was off of the U.S.S.Wright. He felt it might be nice to have at the Reunions..ph.#360.672.0730 I loved the Wright. cryed when she came-in & when she went out ! (note:his name is misspelled on the sailor's listing) | ||
| Posted By: Gene Strycharski | email: strycharski_gene@hotmail.com | 22-Aug-08 | |
| Retired AT&T tech seeking anyone who worked the Tropo/UHF gear(Zenith Control)in the 60's when the Wright was CC-2(NEPCA) | ||
| Posted By: Chuck Batson | email: ozob99@hotmail.com | 01-Aug-08 | |
| Ernest Louis Martinak was my daddy. Please contact me if you have stories about him! | ||
| Posted By: Connie Martinak | email: cmartinak@yahoo.com | 15-Jul-08 | |
| Glad to here you are doing ok JJ | ||
| Posted By: Jim McGlynn | email: carjimmc@sbcglobal.net | 11-Jul-08 | |
| I would like to here from anybody from te v-3 gas crew 51to54 cvl49. | ||
| Posted By: Jim McGlynn | email: carjimmc@sbcglobal.net | 11-Jul-00 | |
| Paul McCarten, was on av1 1942 and 43, he was freinds with Ralph McDonald from Michigan. If anyone knows of either man please drop a line, I'd like to hook them up. Paul is my dad. Thanks | ||
| Posted By: Marie Nelson | email: yameemom@yahoo.com | 13-Jun-08 | |
| My dad Berl Olswanger was temporarily on the USS Wright from October 11-November 19 (he was stationed on the USS Cony). He was a torpedo officer, but in November, 1943, became the Assistant to the Welfare and Recreation Officer in New Caledonia. He was an accomplished pianist, which is why his duties changed (Admiral Halsey heard him play). Maybe one of you knew my dad and even heard him play the piano while he was on the USS Wright? I'd love to hear about any experiences you'd care to share. | ||
| Posted By: Anna Olswanger | email: anna.olswanger@verizon.net | 12-Jun-08 | |
| hi... my father served aboard the u.s.s. wright sometime during the early 1950's. he and my mother were married in 1957.. so i'm guessing it was sometime during the early part of the 1950's. his name was james jones, sadly he passed away in 1989.. i was hoping someone may have known him and may have a story or two, thank you, david jones (son) | ||
| Posted By: david jones | email: dundalkdavid@aol.com | 06-Jun-08 | |
| Hello: I served on the Wright CC-2 from 1968 to 1970. I was a radioman in CR2 division operating crypto equipment. I was part of the de-commission team in the Portsmouth,Va shipyard. I can still remember the day we were towed from Norfolk to Portsmouth. Was reassigned to my next ship several weeks before it was all over. | ||
| Posted By: John Spielmann | email: jassma48@aol.com | 25-May-08 | |
| My Great Uncle Herman Lee Anderson was killed on the USS Wright on May 12, 1953. I am trying to locate anyone with information or pictures of what occured that day. Sincerely Kathy Sawyer | ||
| Posted By: Kathy Sawyer | email: aestarieyz@aol.com | 26-Apr-08 | |
| Hello. Just checking the web sight for any new updates. I noticed in the roster that it doesn't give rank or div. When I first joined the association, I believe it did. I was saddened when I read TAPS and saw shipmate Barminski has passed. I believe he was in the "R" division gang and a pipefitter. Can you confirm? Looking forward to making one of the reunions real soon. Thanks so much and keep up the food work. Terry Newman SFM2 | ||
| Posted By: Terry Newman | email: tenk@ohiohills.com | 29-Mar-08 | |
| Hi Jim, hopefully my e-mail address will work this time, maybe you misspelled my name, it's not the easiest to spell, looking forward to hearing from you. | ||
| Posted By: Frank Kozlowski | email: kozlowskifrank@yahoo.com | 29-Mar-08 | |
| Hi Frank Your e-mail address does not go through and the phone numbers are no longer in use.Could you please send me the correct e-mail address or phone number so that we can get you re-enstated. | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 03-Mar-08 | |
| Hi fellow shipmates, just found the web sight, was on CC 2 from 63 to 69 mostly with the MAA's in XI Div. Also I need to re-new my membership, hope to hear from you. | ||
| Posted By: Frank Kozlowski | email: kozlowskifrank@yahoo.com | 01-Mar-08 | |
| Jim Robison the e-mail address you posted does not respond. Please send the correct e-mail address. Jimmy O'Neill | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 21-Feb-08 | |
| Moved to central california, Lost track of Assm. info Have new e-mail (above) Would like to re-instate my membership if possible. Robbie AV1 1943/44 | ||
| Posted By: Jim (Robbie) Robison | email: jrobi22@comcast.net | 01-Feb-08 | |
| Excellent job on our reunion booklets, as usual, JJ. Thanks, Art | ||
| Posted By: Art Daniels | email: artdan@juno.com | 21-Jan-08 | |
| By now, you have received your Memory Books. I did my best on the pictures and I hope you enjoyed them. | ||
| Posted By: JJ O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 18-Jan-08 | |
| HI MY NAME IS MIKE I WAS WONDERING IF ANYBODY REMENBERS BEING ON THE USS WRIGHT WITH MY DAD MICHAEL AMATO I BELEIVE HE WAS ON THE WRIGHT ANYWHERE FROM 1969 TO 1971 | ||
| Posted By: michael amato | email: mamato70@optonline.net | 09-Jan-08 | |
| Served as RM 12/62-11/64. From ofc space in Bremerton with a handful of RM's under MCRM Fix to adios in Norfolk. Just a hello to everyone who knew me. Now in Heaven(Texas). | ||
| Posted By: Al Ortiz | email: savoyal@hotmail.com | 23-Dec-20 | |
| I wish all of my shipmates and their families, A Very Merry Christmas and that the New Year will be everything we want it to be. | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 20-Dec-07 | |
| BACK IN BUSINESS | ||
| Posted By: jimmy O'NEILL | email: WIPER_SWEETJIM@YAHOO.COM | 13-Dec-07 | |
| I’m trying to run down a couple of old shipmates that I served with on the USS Wright during WWII. Their names are: George Maurice Roberts and Leon Wilson Logan. If anyone has any information on these guys please send it my way. Thanks in advance. Oliver P. Getts Jr. | ||
| Posted By: Oliver P Getts Jr. | email: R_Ge@msn.com | 05-Oct-07 | |
| Does anyone have any audio or video of CC-2 around 1968? Thanks. | ||
| Posted By: Karl Priest | email: kcpriest@aol.com | 23-Sep-07 | |
| Francis A Donlon CVL 49, Machinest Mate Third Class passed away on Sept. 15 2007. He was very active in the Organization and Loved the reunions. So keep our Shipmate in your prayers. He will be missed. | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 18-Sep-07 | |
| My Father, Bill Carlos served on the USS Wright AV-1 from 1/15/43 to 11/15/44. He was a torpedoman. He passed on 12/12/91. Trying to find anyone he served with. Thanks Bill Carlos Jr., wcarlosjr@aol.com | ||
| Posted By: William Carlos | email: wcarlosjr@aol.com | 06-Aug-07 | |
| MY DAD WAS ABOARD THE USS WRIGHT JUST PRIOR TO 1956. HIS NAME IS GEORGE J. WILSON JR. I AM TRYING TO LOCATE ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH HIM. PLEASE CONTACT ME. THANKS, KATHLEEN WILSON | ||
| Posted By: KATHLEEN WILSON | email: UGOTAGO9@COMCAST.NET | 11-Jun-07 | |
| Does anyone know of any cloth patches that were from CVL-49? I know there were at least two from CC-2; one for the ship itself and a similar one used by the Marine Guard. I had tried finding something from CVL-49 years ago, but could find nothing. Later, I used the basic design from the CC-2 patches and included a prop driven Corsair from CVL, and an image of the Wright Brother’s biplane to represent the older AV-1/AZ-1 and AG-79 for the patch and logo we now have. I still would like to find anything original from either or both of the earlier Wright ships. Thanks. | ||
| Posted By: Arthur Daniels | email: k1gti@allvantage.com | 06-Jun-07 | |
| My father retired from the Navy in approximately 1967 or 1968...the USS Wright was his last ship. He was Chief Petty Officer 1st class James J. Wirth. Anyone know him? He is alive and kicking! As a child I remember watching you guys standing on the deck coming into port and searching all of you for my Dad!! | ||
| Posted By: Kathleen Kirkpatrick | email: kkirkpatrick@mhwclaw.com | 05-Jun-07 | |
| My husband, Clyde, was in Korean waters during the war and saw heavy casualties on board the ship. The navy does not acknowledge that the ship was there. Does anyone remember the skippers real name? They called him Ham? My husband was in the quartermaster division. Only 3 of 38 of them survived. One was called Potenza and Clyde would love to find him. I think he was from Pittsburg. | ||
| Posted By: Connie Ballash | email: cballash@yahoo.com | 22-May-07 | |
| It is with heavy heart that I have to report that we lost Shipmate Frank Olesczuk. Frank had a massive heart attack 04/25/07. The reunion in Philadelphia was his first reunion. When we were talking, Frank noticed the ID I had made up with my picture as I was when aboard the Wright, and said I know you. Then He showed me a pic of him and I responded I know you.His refueling location was 20 ft from mine. May He rest in peace. | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 21-May-07 | |
| Please correct E-Mail address to Captflameo@aol.com | ||
| Posted By: lawrence m. Daly | email: captflameo@aol.com | 08-May-07 | |
| I was on board the CC-2 from 1964 to 1968..I worked in OP-CON and the transmitter room. Also, spend some time teletypes. | ||
| Posted By: Michael Setliff | email: msetliff@cox.net | 26-Apr-07 | |
| I severed aboard the Wright as a R-div shipfitter from recom 1963 to nov. of 64. | ||
| Posted By: Robert White | email: robwhite568@eartlink.net | 22-Apr-07 | |
| Am trying to contact Bill Onks QM2 1951-1955. Any info will be helpful and appreicated. | ||
| Posted By: Anthony J DiVeronica | email: adiveron@twcny.rr.com | 21-Apr-07 | |
| Was just wondering if anyone else in the asociation remembers serving with my Father. "Roy B Luebbers" He passed away 5 years ago. He served from Sep 2nd 1939 through 1959. I am interested in learning a bit more about my fathers life while in the service. (He never talked about it) | ||
| Posted By: David Luebbers | email: ashsucks@gmail.com | 16-Apr-07 | |
| I served on the USS Wright 1966-1968 During that time I was a DCFN and DC3. I went on the Punta Esties Uraguay trip. And liberty ed in Rio. I have many fond meries of the the Wright. I stayed in the Navy for 30 years and retired in 1995 at the rank of CWO-4. If there were any other shipmates who remember me please e-mail me. | ||
| Posted By: John Meierdierck | email: Chips 56@comcast.net | 02-Mar-07 | |
| I served on the USS Wright from 1964 to 1967 and was an EM2 when discharged | ||
| Posted By: Noel Narveson | email: norsky@westriv.cpm | 17-Feb-07 | |
| I was one of the original crew members from 62 until 67 I was a RM3 and had that red 65 chevy convertible. Donald Schreiber | ||
| Posted By: Donald Schreiber | email: donaldschreiber21@yahoo.com | 13-Feb-07 | |
| I am trying to trace history of my Grandfather, (Mother's father). I know he was stationed on the USS Wright in 1934,(age 36). His name: John Joseph Kaiser, residing in San Diego at that time. Can anyone give me any information on this ship, or any other info to try to find out more about his life. I don't know which USS Wright it was 1n 1934, or if there are any websites for it. Thanks for any help! | ||
| Posted By: Rosemary Anninos | email: rosemaryanninos@msn.com | 31-Jan-07 | |
| I just found out about the passing of Ed Harvey . I was a shipmate of Harv's on his first submarine.Harv was a great friend and shipmate and will be missed by all who know him | ||
| Posted By: Don Cook CSC(SS) USN Ret. | email: dcook311@comcast.net | 07-Jan-07 | |
| Iam looking for anyone who served with my dad Alvan "Rusty" Kramer On the AG79 USS San Clemente from 1945 -46. Do you have any photos or other info about your experiences. Thank you Michael Kramer 603 672 0366 | ||
| Posted By: Michael Kramer | email: mikdmd99@comcast.net | 24-Dec-06 | |
| I submitted a message telling you that our e-mail had been changed, and I don't know whether it was received. Anyway, the above address is our new one. | ||
| Posted By: Mirko Bogdanovich | email: bogmirko@marblemn.com | 30-Nov-06 | |
| Hello, Re my husband Walter P. Howard, Jr. IS NOT DECEASED. He has been ill for several years and is currently residing in a Nursing Home in Melbourne, Florida (Atlantic Shores) Aside from having problems with walking his mental facilities are all there and in searching for info about USS Wright I came across this web site - PLEASE ADVISE EVERYONE THAT HE'S OKAY AND ANY MESSAGES YOU MAY WANT TO SEND PLEASE DO Patricia Howard, Wife 11-14-06 | ||
| Posted By: Walter P. Howard, Jr | email: thehowardhouse@bellsouthnet.com | 14-Nov-06 | |
| Hi, This is the first chance I've had to post. My Dad, JJ O'Neill is recovering from a triple bypass after suffering a cardiac arrest in Florida. He will be returning home from the hospital next week. He will catch up on any emails etc. after some rest. | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill jr | email: gahighlander@hotmail.com | 05-Nov-06 | |
| It's with a heavy heart that we learned that Ed Harvey had passed away. It's been said that no man is rereplacable, but no one can take Ed's place. He was a dynamo who did everything. What a wonderful man!How will we get along without him!?! | ||
| Posted By: Mirko Bogdanovich | email: bogdanovich@uslink.net | 18-Oct-06 | |
| I am sad to inform the entire crew of the Wright Association That Ed Harvey passed away last night from a massive heart attack. He loved this organization and all the guys in it. Keep him in your prayers and in your hearts.I do not have any more information,but I'll pass any word along to you. May God keep Ed forever in the palm of his hand. Rest in Peace Shipmate. | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 12-Oct-06 | |
| I am a new guy to the association. I attended my first reunion (Philadelphia, Pa).Every person my wife and I met were very freindly, gracious, and helpful. You all made the reunion a great experience. Thank you. Looking forward to next year. | ||
| Posted By: larry roberts | email: lrober4@entergy.com | 29-Sep-06 | |
| Donald, your email has been corrected. | ||
| Posted By: Web Administrator | email: | 28-Sep-06 | |
| My email address is wrong in the crew listing. Thanks | ||
| Posted By: Donald Johnson | email: donaldejohnson@bellsouth.net | 26-Sep-06 | |
| This is a sad report, Our Shipmate Al Wiltberger passed away while attending the Philadelphia Reunion.His son tried to talk him out of the trip,but he wanted to be with his shipmates.My deepest sympathy to his family. JJ | ||
| Posted By: JJ O'Neill | email: wiper_sweetjim@yahoo.com | 20-Sep-06 | |
| I was RM3 from 66 to 67, and would like someone to give me equipment list of comm equipment. transmitters and receivers, tube info, etc. I have searched but can not find anything. Please let met know..telephone is 918 341-8861. | ||
| Posted By: Don Myers | email: don.myers1@att.net | 16-Sep-06 | |
| I am looking for a friend back in the late 60 and early 70's he was on the USS Wright with me Glen Hall his wife's name was Brenda and he had a son John Hall,...would love to hear from him,...Jackie Sullivan | ||
| Posted By: Jackie Dale Sullivan | email: WolfManJack12248@aol.com | 12-Sep-06 | |
| There was a problem with messages being cut off due to an incorrect database setting for the field. This is corrected now. If any other problems are encountered please email gahighlander@hotmail.com | ||
| Posted By: Webmaster | email: | 09-Sep-06 | |
| I served with NECPA Team 2 from 1966 till late 69 and some of that duty was aboard USS Wright. She was the cleanest ship I served on in my 22 years in the Navy. I am putting together a list of the ships I served on and want to include their flag call sign | ||
| Posted By: jim brown | email: nwjb2@gmpexpress.net | 05-Sep-06 | |
| In checking the Wigwam list, I see that my fathers name is on it. He name is James C. Wilhite. He passed away this last May, not from cancer though. If anyone knew him I would love to hear from you. Thanks | ||
| Posted By: sharon day | email: lil_dreamweaver@yahoo.com | 22-Aug-06 | |
| Frank E. Strycharski,my dad was on the Wright when it was commission in Brem.Then in Vir.for 4-5 Yrs. & retiried out on her.He lives in Silverdale,Wa.(Bremerton)He would love to her from anyone that worked w/h him.As a kid I was always hanging around the | ||
| Posted By: Gene Strycharski | email: strycharski-gene@hotmail.com | 21-Aug-06 | |
| I'M WRITING FOR MY DAD, HE'S NOT INTO COMPUTERS.. I KNOW HE WAS ON THE WRIGHT THE DAY AFTER PEARL HARBOR, NOT SURE HOW MANY YEARS AND FOR HOW LONG, BUT IF YOU KNOW HIM, HE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU. SKINNY IRISH GUY, BLACK HAIR, BLUE EYES...HE WAS FROM WISC | ||
| Posted By: Paul McCarten | email: yameemom@yahoo.com | 16-Jul-06 | |
| It's a small world. I served aboard the heavy cruiser USS Newport News from '59-'62. Most recently, I learned my barber Robert J. McGovern had served aboard the Wright, as a radioman from '52-'56. I also learned that John Drew, who's with the Lions club, | ||
| Posted By: John Williams | email: swsouthfield@aol.com | 01-Jun-06 | |
| Received a letter from the association and looked up some info and guess what I found your name. How have you been? Where are you living I am still in Cleveland (go cavs). I am still working but not much since insurance is easy and does not take up much t | ||
| Posted By: Ron Gurin | email: rongurin@yahoo.com | 16-May-06 | |
| I served on the USS WRIGHT with the Marine detachmnent in late 68-mid 69. What a trip; from the Bermuda triangle storm to the beaches of Florida, up the east coast all the way up to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Glad to hear from old marines and saliors that knew | ||
| Posted By: Bill Wright | email: willowbend@starband.net | 15-May-06 | |
| I was a RM3 from 4/66 through 4/67. Would like anyone that can remember types of communications equipment we had during this time or where the information may be obtained. I am researching for disibility claim. Thanks for your help. | ||
| Posted By: Don Myers | email: don.myers1@att.net | 01-May-06 | |
| Friends of Pierce Mallory This past week Pierce suffered a stroke. Early Sat.A.M. passed away peacefully in his sleep | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: joneill7@cfl.rr.com | 20-Apr-06 | |
| Just checked out the Wigwam list and did not find my name. I was there, as a matter of fact we had to postpone our wedding which would have been May 1955, but we did get married on July 9, 1955. Just celebrated our 50th last year. | ||
| Posted By: David Allen | email: dalen34@verizon.net | 13-Apr-06 | |
| My grandfather served on board the USS Wright during WW2. His name was Athene Bowling. Anyone that knew him or knows of him please contact me. My email is klwort01@morehead-st.edu. | ||
| Posted By: Kevin Worthington | email: klwort01@morehead-st.edu | 21-Mar-06 | |
| Unable to tell who the Marines are when checking membership would like to hear from all Marines onboard between oct.66 to oct. 68. also would like to know names and info. on the mens basketball team for the years of 1966 and 1967. | ||
| Posted By: Ronnie Taylor | email: taylorrj@glasgow-ky.com | 20-Feb-06 | |
| Don Bachman AB 2 CVL 49 1948 to 1952, was known to the Gas Crew as "The Mouse" Passed away 01/21/06. He was my friend and my shipmate and he will be missed | ||
| Posted By: Jim O'Neill | email: joneill7@cfl.rr.com | 07-Feb-06 | |
| Does anyone have photos, recordings of ship sounds, or memorabilia from CC-2 during 1968? | ||
| Posted By: Karl Priest | email: kcpriest@aol.com | 04-Jan-06 | |
| Looking for Kermit Midboe. Was a radioman 3 on the Wright in 1950-51 timespan. Lived in one of the Dakotas when i was aboard. Would like any info on him. | ||
| Posted By: Bill Eannetta | email: cvb43@rochester.rr.com | 08-Dec-05 | |
| I was a member of the first dance band on the wright in late 53 thu mid 55 engsin Walsh played sax ,Gene played drums Bob played trumpet two joe,s and a frank played sax and Hank Padget played bass and i played piano. I dont remember the rest of the band | ||
| Posted By: anthony DeTore | email: tonydetore@aol.com | 02-Dec-05 | |
| My Grandfather, Walter Powell, served aboard the USS Wright during World War II. I was lucky enough to hear some first hand stories from him however due to his current medical condition unfortunitely the stories have stopped. Some of the more memorable | ||
| Posted By: Walter Powell | email: pa_emt_paramedic@yahoo.com | 11-Nov-05 | |
| My father, Edgar Kennedy, was a plank owner as a newly commissioned ensign under the LDO program(he was formerly a Chief Electricians Mate) and sailed aboard the Wright from Bremerton through the Panama Canal to her new homeport at Norfolk. I remember go | ||
| Posted By: Ed Kennedy | email: eak283@bellsouth.net | 05-Nov-05 | |
| My father, Yeoman 3rd Class Frank Sturm, served on the USS Wright from July 1932 to Oct. 1934. He passed away in 1992. | ||
| Posted By: Glenn Sturm | email: glenns@ctaz.com | 29-Oct-05 | |
| I have a picture of the USS Wright AV-1 approx. 9" x 24" with the ship taking up whole space, has a tear but is is pretty good shape. Does anyone want it? | ||
| Posted By: P Mitsch | email: p.mitsch@comcast.net | 07-Oct-05 | |
| looking for the "meanest man in the world">sgt.john simonelli< from "man mountain michler"(2nd meanest)...mar.det. 64-66 | ||
| Posted By: tom michler | email: tjmichler@webtv.net | 30-Sep-05 | |
| Looking for Bill Chorney,Jack Dygert,or Jay Nevelneil all Storekeepers (all years 69-70) | ||
| Posted By: Duane Chamberlain | email: dualin10@aol.com | 29-Aug-05 | |
| PLEASE CORRECT MY E-MAIL ADDRESS TO "wjb15.1@netzero.net" | ||
| Posted By: BILL BLINN | email: wjb15.1@netzero.net | 07-Aug-05 | |
| Leo Davitt (served on USS Wright CC2 in 1969-1970) are you out there? | ||
| Posted By: william weir | email: bnc4evr@sbcglobal.net | 24-Jul-05 | |
| Please note my new email address. The ETs had it made because out shop was Radio 2 and was airconditioned and just below the chow hall. The cooks knew to bring goodies if they needed to cool off! | ||
| Posted By: Robert Garrett | email: brokeisbob@peoplepc.com | 13-Jul-05 | |
| New address and Email address 327 Cheyenne Drive Frederick Maryland 21701 301-668-6108 | ||
| Posted By: Tim Kent | email: timkent@adelphia.net | 07-Jul-05 | |
| My father AB1 George P Rutland served aboard CVL-49 from 1950-1953. This is a great web site lots of information. Does anyone, other than my uncle James O'Neill, remember him? | ||
| Posted By: Mike Rutland | email: mrutland@wwdb.org | 23-Jun-05 | |
| Richard Lyons wd9dnm@wi.rr.com Wright 1968-70 echolink node 99262 url:http://www.qrz.com/ib-bin/ikonboard.cgi?act=ST&f=3&t=93083 url:http://www.freewebs.com/kb9ibw/ ARMAD 2005 held on May 28, 2005 was a great success. Amateur's from vario | ||
| Posted By: Richard Lyons | email: wd9dnm@wi.rr.com | 04-Jun-05 | |
| Please update my e-mail address. Thanks | ||
| Posted By: Paul Higgs | email: pdhiggs@insightbb.com | 04-Mar-05 | |
| My father, James E Cartwright, was a "plank owner". He was a ships electrician and I do not know his official rate/rank at the time. He passed away in 1988. Does anybody remember him. Thanks. | ||
| Posted By: Ed Cartwright | email: encartwright@greenvillenc.com | 18-Feb-05 | |
| Hi don't know where all that stuff in the last post came from all I need is to chance my email to murphyl1@verizon.net thanks | ||
| Posted By: Leo Murphy | email: murphyl1@verizon | 29-Jan-05 | |
| Please change my email address on the roster thanks. | ||
| Posted By: Leo Murphy | email: murphyl1@verizon.net | 29-Jan-05 | |
| Please note my e-mail address. Also, in my member's data entry the ship should be CC-2, not CVL-49; I served in USS WRIGHT 1969-1970 and was a member of her decommissioning crew. Thanks for all your great work. JLB | ||
| Posted By: Joel Bromberg | email: jbromberg@inta.org | 30-Nov-04 | |
| Gary, Thanks for the Navsource link, we have added it to our site. | ||
| Posted By: JJ O'Neill | email: | 26-Nov-04 | |
| Hi Gary Priolo Your new e-mail address has been entered. Thatnk you for your input and I am sorry for the delay | ||
| Posted By: JJ O'Neill | email: | 23-Nov-04 | |
| Here is my e mail address | ||
| Posted By: John schelling | email: jak368pd@optonline.net | 12-Nov-04 | |
| Please change my email address on the roster and I suggest that you provide a link to the Navsource web site for photos of Wright. I maintain several sections of the web site and act as Webmaster. The site is located at http://www.navsource.org | ||
| Posted By: Gary Priolo | email: gpriolo@verizon.net | 10-Nov-04 | |
| Great web site. Having been aboard both the Saipan and the Wright (sister ships) in VS-27, I'm honored to be a memebr of the group. Good fellowship, great reunions and new friends. | ||
| Posted By: Don McGowan | email: donmcgowan@aol.com | 08-Nov-04 | |
| Thanks for the site, JJ. It will be so nice to keep up with the Association and shipmates. | ||
| Posted By: Edward Tkach | email: etkachsr@triad.rr.com | 07-Nov-04 | |
| Read the members page. I have a new e-mail address.Bob | ||
| Posted By: robert eberstein | email: ebersteinr@wmconnect.com | 06-Nov-04 | |
| Hey George I used the LSO'S net. Great place to grab a few zzz. It was like a very large padded hammock. JJ | ||
| Posted By: JJ O'Neill | email: joneill7@vtlink.net | 27-May-04 | |
| Jimmie and JJ . This is outstanding Harve | ||
| Posted By: Edwin Harve | email: edgin@caironet.com | 26-Apr-04 | |
| Welcome to the USS Wright mesage board. Here is the place to share your memories, make announcements, and keep in touch with your shipmates! | ||
| Posted By: Jimmy O'Neill | email: gahighlander@hotmail.com | 26-Apr-04 | |