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Hull Name Rate / Rank Division Years Served Submit Date
CV-8
  Archer, Theo. R AMM 1/ C V-2 1941 - 1942 Mar 02, 2010
  I am writing this for my father Theo.R Archer, who is alive and well and 91 years young. He was in charge of the parachute loft, made kites for the "raiders" for target practice. On the Hornet from th
  Behrens, Norman E/4 1960 - 1964 Sep 06, 2009
  I am entering this for my Father Norm who passed away in December. I am unclear on alot of information ie(hull number, service dates), so I took a guess at this. If anybody has information on my Dad
  Brewster, William Lt 1941 - 1942 Dec 30, 2007
  I am looking for any information about my uncle William Brewster who was a pilot with VF-72. It is my understanding that he flew the last aircraft off of Hornet before it sank at Santa Cruz.
  Carterette, Robert ARM2c VF-72 1942 - 1942 Jan 23, 2007
  I remember 26 October, 1942 . I was rescued by USS Hughes DD-410 and transferred to USS Juneau for transportation to Noumea, New Caledonia. The only record of mine that was saved was a report chit s
  Conley, Willard Storekeeper 2nd Class V-6 1942 - 1946 Jun 16, 2010
  Trying to find out any info regarding father-in-law. Due to family situation, my husband had little to no contact w/ his father while growing up.
  Cox, Frank TMV-1C 1942 - 1942 Mar 27, 2010
  My father embarked at Peal Harbor 30 Sep 42. Mentioned on p. 272 of "A ship to remember" by Alexander Griffin (C 1943) along with Richard McDonald & Russel Burke. Dad died in 1982. Any info appreciate
  Evans, Jacob PhM1c 1941 - 1942 Jun 28, 2008
  I have submitted this for my grandfather who passed many years ago. This is to remember him.
  Fenner Jr., William Ptr.2c VB 8 1941 - 1942 Dec 16, 2006
  Proud to serve on the Hornet
  Jaggard, Joseph Lcdr. Air Group 1941 - 1942 May 07, 2007
  I was a blue shirt on the flight when Doolittle took off, what a moment! I jumped from the hanger deck to the USS Russell and then to the USS Juneau by highline & to Noumea.
  Joey, Allen EM 1st class E Division 1941 - 1942 Mar 25, 2010
  I was with the 34 who climbed thru the tube to the bridge . I went down rope latter aft and swam out to be rescued by motor whale boat from destroyer Mustin. Captain Mason helped me into the motor wha
  Johnson, James AS 3rd 1942 - 1942 Aug 17, 2007
  I came aboard when she came back to Pearl after the Doolittle raid. I was on 5"38 Gun #5. We were the lst to leave off the fantail. I was picked up by Uss Barton (DD599). I was in the water when the J
  Knight, Edgar AMM3C Air Group 1942 - 1942 Aug 15, 2007
  Would like to hear from survivors who jumped from the flight deck to the water with me when she was sinking during the Battle of Santa Cruz Oct 26,1942.
  Logsdon, Bob PO5 1942 - 1942 Feb 19, 2007
  I just celebrated my 88th birthday in February, 2007. I was on the signal bridge and I can be seen leaning on the rail in the famous photo when Jimmy Dolittle took off.
  Maddox, Clifford 1941 - 1942 Jul 04, 2010
  My father, Clifford Maddox, served on the Hornet (CV8). My understanding was that he was a helmsman and served during the Doolittle raid through the Battle of Santa Cruz in October of 1942. Any inform
  Maynor, George Henry Aviation Machinist Mate First class Task Force 16 1941 - 1942 Sep 07, 2009
  My name is Victoria L. White, and proudly,the daughter of George Henry Maynor, Aviation Machinist Mate, responsible for the maintenance of the fighter planes, and of course, was on board with Jimmie
  Maynor, George Henry Aviation Machinist Mate First class Task Force 16 1941 - 1942 Sep 07, 2009
  Would like to contact a few members
  McClung, Harold MM1 Engineering 1941 - 1942 Feb 07, 2009
  I wear my CV-8 cap all the time, and have often been approached by servicemen and historians who remember her history. I served with a MM1 named Harold Couch who helped me off the ship when she went
  McDonald, Richard seaman fifth 1942 - 1942 Dec 01, 2009
  Was picked up by the Anderson DD411. At the time of sinking I was a torpedo man striker. Discharged in 1945 as Gm 3/c
  McElyea, Doyles PR1c(T) 1939 - 1945 Jul 28, 2009
  My dad (Doyles) was on the Hornet when it sank. He was in the last group of 4 that was pulled from the water. He jioned the Hornet as a fighter pilot at the time of the training for the Dolittle train
  McElyea, Doyles PR1c(T) 1939 - 1945 Jul 28, 2009
  My dad (Doyles) was on the Hornet when it sank. He was in the last group of 4 that was pulled from the water. He jioned the Hornet as a fighter pilot at the time of the training for the Dolittle train
  Mikus, Andrew GM-3 1941 - 1945 Jul 04, 2008
 
  Owens, Dusty 3rd 1941 - 1942 Jul 15, 2009
  My father, Franklin Owens, was a S1c in 3rd divison and served as a powderman on 5/38 gun # 5 from commissioning to sinking. Want to hear from anyone who was in 3rd division.
  Pilat, Mike 1941 - 1942 Nov 10, 2008
  His name is not Michael Pilot... it\'s Mike Pilat. Get it right. He is my uncle. I love hearing his amazing stories from WWII. He does not have a computer. He is alive and doing very well. I talk to h
  Pilot, Michael 1941 - 1942 Dec 25, 2007
  I am a friend of Mike who was on the USS Hornet at Santa Cruz. He has told me many stories but has no computer to list him here so I did. He is alive and well as can be expected at his age
  Powell, Jr., Virgil E Seaman, First Class 1941 - 0 Nov 16, 2008
  Thia is for my cousin, who is still on duty aboard the CV-8.
  Reynolds, Winton DC-1 Damage Control 1941 - 1942 Jun 22, 2008
  Looking for anyone who may have served with my Grandfather Winton 'Waco' Reynolds on the USS Hornet. He was one of the last to leave the ship and spent 3 days in the water before being rescued. He wen
  Rivituso, Sam PhM1st 1941 - 1492 Dec 16, 2006
  Proud to have served on the Hornet
  Schubert, Henry PFM 3rd Class H 1941 - 1942 Jun 15, 2008
  I went off the port side forward with John Hurt in the Battle of Santa Cruz. We never got on a raft or boat but hopped on an old fender. We were picked up by a DD417 USS Morris.
  Smith, C.L. (Smitty) BM 2c 3rd 1941 - 1942 Jun 18, 2007
  I was on the CV-8 in the 3rd Division. I was rescued by the USS Anderson and taken to Noumea, New Caledonia. I served in the Tug and Barge Outfit until January 1944.
  Smith, Lloyd H Lt. Cdr. 1943 - 1945 Aug 21, 2009
  My grandfather was the Air Combat Information officer on the USS Hornet. Would be great to connect with anyone who served with him or descendants of people who served with him. I can be reached at moo
  Smith, Lloyd H Lt. Cdr. 1943 - 1945 Aug 21, 2009
  Can be reached at this email: moosepad -at- yahoo.com
  Wingate, George 1941 - 1943 May 01, 2009
  I am the Grandson and would love any info aout ther as I am putting a collection together for my daughter
CV-12
  Atha, Bob seamen apprentice 2nd 1966 - 1966 Apr 22, 2010
  Looking for guys served with. Anyone remember me feel free to send an email.
  BAIN, J.D. FOURTH 1953 - 1955 Oct 02, 2009
  PROUD TO HAVE SERVED ON USS HORNET AT THE AGE OF 14 IN THE FOURTH DIVISION. TOOK WORLD TOUR IN 1954. NOW LIVING IN CHATTANOOGA,TN.
  Barg, Sidney MU2 1943 - 1946 Jul 19, 2009
  My father served aboard CV-12 during WWII and was a plank owner. I have no other information about his service. He never spoke about it. If anyone has information about him, please send it to me.
  BAXTER, ROBERT F AMH 3 VAW 11 DET NOVEMBER 1963 - 1964 May 19, 2009
  I the plane captain of the EA1E that crashed on the flight deck. We also lost a S3 from VS35 the same night.Umland Chuck please contact me robfbaxter@aol.com
  Bradley, DDS, Dr. Frank "Snookie" 1st Lt. Navy 1942 - 1945 Aug 19, 2009
  My father was a dental officer on ship from Pearl Harbor to Zamboanga, Philippines. I am trying to find anyone who may have known him. I am not certain of the dates.
  Brady, Clyde A. Lt. AEW 1945 - 1945 Nov 20, 2009
  My father, Clyde A."Doc" Brady Jr was A/C AEW Material Officer October-November 1945. He was a "technical observer" on a Grumman TBM "Guppy" airplane. He flew with pilots "Ziggy" Ziegler (Kansas), "Du
  Brown, Robert S2c V6 1943 - 1944 Aug 09, 2009
  I am posting this for my father who has since past away.
  cash, john RM2/RMC K-Div 1943 - 1945 Feb 18, 2007
  Am now 88 years old. Served with some great shipmates. Would like to hear from any radio gang members.
  Curry, James ARM/2 VB-2 1944 - 1944 Jan 13, 2007
 
  Duncan, Samuel RT 1/c V-4 1943 - 1945 Nov 20, 2007
  Are there any CV12 members in Tucson? Call me at 520-615-4119
  Flannagan, Basil l.(Flaps) 2nd LT AG2ABEltoro 1942 - 1969 Nov 21, 2009
  HI Im looking to find out all i can about my daddy can ang body help does ony one rember him?
  Fogle, George RT1/CRT K3 1943 - 1945 Apr 10, 2007
  WILL RESPOND TO ANY MESSAGES SENT TO
  Frank, Ernest Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class V-1 1943 - 1946 Jul 30, 2007
  Plank Owner of CV-12. Played on the basketball team aboard for recreation. Still have the team signed championship ball from 1946!
  GIARRAPUTO, DOMINICK A. 3rd CL. QUARTER MASTER NAVIGATION 1943 - 1945 Nov 24, 2007
  PROUD TO SERVE OUR COUNTRY ON THE HORNET. THANKS TO THE MEN WHO SHOOT THE KAMIKIZI PLANE DOWN. WE ALL SERVIORED
  glass, ken capt Air group-2 1944 - 1944 Apr 12, 2008
  Squadron and shipmates are forever. Reunions have resulted in many new friends.
  Haynes, Dick WT2/c E 1943 - 1946 Apr 23, 2007
  Wonder if any of the guys that were transferred from the Bouge CVE9 (as I was) are still among the living
  Holsclaw, Clyde A. AOM1C V5 1943 - 1945 Dec 31, 2006
  Each year's Reunion is a highlight.
  Huber, Frank AMM2C V-2 1942 - 1945 Jul 09, 2007
 
  Johnson, James RD2 OI 1954 - 1955 Jun 14, 2009
  Sometimes you called me "Little Britches." I live in Bowling Green, KY, now. Would love to hear from any of you who remember me.
  Killary, David AOM 3/C VB-2 1944 - 1944 Oct 21, 2007
  SB2C Gunner, flying with Gus Sonnenber, Pilot April 1944 to August 1944
  Klein, Emanuel SK1C Supply 1943 - 1946 Jun 22, 2007
  Was a member of the pre-commissioning detail.Was on board for the commissioning and remained on board thru WWII and till April 1946.
  Knight, Edgar ADJ1 VC3 1953 - 1954 Aug 15, 2007
  Would like to hear from crew members of VC3 Team MIKE on World Cruise
  Lewis, George TM2CV 1943 - 1946 Mar 25, 2007
  Plank owner, many good memories,buddies
  Maeder, George RD2 OI 1953 - 1956 Nov 25, 2007
  Would be happy to hear from some on my old mates. Bill Matthews where are you?
  Marshall, Frederick Stanley M2C 1943 - 1945 Feb 22, 2008
  Hi - my Dad passed away in 2004. He was in the band. We are proud of all of you and the Hornet - Patte Michel (daughter)
  Matthews, William B. (Brad) ART1/c Air Group 11 1944 - 1945 Nov 10, 2009
  I boarded CV-12 at Manus Island in September of 1944 with Air Group 11. Served until relieved by Air Group 17.
  Miller, W. Virgil MM3/c "A" 1945 - 1946 Jul 02, 2007
  Like to hear from some A-Div. personnel from the 1945/46 group: such as William L. Martin, Wayne B. Stewart etc.
  Miller, Forrest A. ARM2/c VT-2 1944 - 2007 Aug 21, 2007
 
  Newkirk, Stanton (Bud) AOM 2/c V 5 1943 - 1945 Mar 08, 2007
  I am proud to have served my country aboard the Hornet.
  Pennybacker, William AM1 Operations 1951 - 1951 Mar 22, 2007
  Cruised from Hunters Point to Brooklyn Navy Yard
  Petrou, George BM2C 3rd 1943 - 1945 Aug 22, 2007
  Hope to see everyone at the Cincinnati reunion!
  Phillips, George SM/3C K2 1945 - 1946 Mar 19, 2007
  GREAT ASSOCIATION TO BE INVOLVED WITH
  precht, kenneth sm3c k div. 1943 - 1945 Jun 19, 2007
  Am a plank owner---4th. div. then changed to signal gang to become Sm3c
  Robinson, Stewart W. amm third class air ships company 1943 - 1945 Jun 23, 2008
  Looking forward to hearing from someone who served on the Hornet when I did!
  Slaton, Richard AOM 2/C V-5 1943 - 1945 Dec 12, 2006
  PROUD TO HAVE SERVED ON THE HORNET
  Walley, Murdock SF3 "R" Division 1943 - 1946 Mar 24, 2007
  Proud to have served aboard the Hornet.
  Yaussi, Ralph Lt. VB-2 1944 - 1944 Dec 11, 2006
  It is so nice to be able to visit our old ship in Alameda. It was a great reunion in 2006.
CVA-12
  Adams-Isham, David MM3 M 1957 - 1959 Jan 13, 2010
  Transfered to USS Coral Sea recommisioned 1960. Discharged May 1963.
  Aikens, Thomas AB3 V1 & V3 1956 - 1958 Aug 04, 2009
 
  Andersen, John FP2 R 1953 - 1956 Mar 24, 2007
  went bye ANDY
  Angelico, Sam LTJG A 1956 - 1958 Dec 11, 2006
  Happy to see the Hornet Association continues long after our service time on the Hornet.
  Angelow, Calvin "Jay" bt "B" 1952 - 1954 Mar 16, 2007
  came aboard in 1952 right out bootcamp
  Angers, William (Bill) SN Operations 1956 - 1957 Mar 19, 2007
  Drafted in 55, served 17 Mos.on the hornet. Worked in the photo lab.got out after 21 Mos. Proud to have worn the uniform and proud to have served on the Hornet.
  BAIN, J.D. SEAMAN FOURTH 1953 - 1955 Oct 02, 2009
  PROUD TO HAVE SERVED ON USS HORNET. BORN IN 1936 . NOW AGE 73 LIVING IN CHATTANOOGA, TN. TOOK 1954 WORLD CRUISE. SERVED IN FOURTH DIVISION.
  Becker, Leroy Seaman 1953 - 1955 Jan 01, 2010
 
  beers, edward sn 2nd 1953 - 1956 Oct 05, 2009
 
  Bennett, Fred e-3 v-6 1957 - 1959 Mar 11, 2008
 
  Bono, Michael IC3 Electrical 1956 - 1958 Nov 26, 2009
  Would like to hear from any of my 'Interior Communications' Shipmates!
  Bowring, Donald FN B 1958 - 1958 Jun 24, 2010
  Went aboard May 58, went to hospital in Bremerton during overhaul, when discharged went to USS Lexington. Was in fireroom #2
  Burket, Carl MM2 M 1953 - 1956 Dec 11, 2006
  Recommissioning crew. Association member since 1993; where old friendships are renewed.
  caarpenter, leon te(yn)2 or 1954 - 1955 Mar 28, 2007
  original assigned to education office and later post office
  Chapp, Bob AN V1 1957 - 1958 May 24, 2010
  I worked at the LSO platform as a radio talker
  CLARK, JAMES EM-2 Electrical 1953 - 1955 Nov 09, 2007
  Recommissioned her at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Sept. 11, 1953. Made the "Round the World Cruise" to join up with the 7th Fleet.
  Clifton, Craig FN B 1954 - 1955 Mar 22, 2007
  First ship I served on.
  Cooke, Richard MM3 M 1957 - 1959 Jul 12, 2009
  Separated from active duty in June 1959, crossrated to BU2 in the Seabees, Retired as BUCS in 1993. Looking for friend Fred Pfalmer MM2 from M Division.
  D'angelo, Peter seamam bosenmate 4th 1952 - 1956 Dec 13, 2006
  The World cruise was a Fantastic Expierence
  D'ANGRLO, PETER seaman1stclass 4th 1953 - 1956 Jul 07, 2007
  took the world tour
  doty, donald ac-1 oi 1957 - 1958 Dec 21, 2006
  Made the last west-pac cruise as cva-12. Jan.1958 until july 1958
  Edwards, Charles Gunary 1956 - 1958 Sep 19, 2007
  Badge#4952631 My dad doesn't have an email address but you can email one of his 8 daughters and we can pass it on to him.
  Elliott, Donald FT-2 FOX 1951 - 1954 Apr 21, 2009
  e-mails will be forwarded to Mr. Elliott, friend of the family doing internet searches for Don. Don and his wife Kay are wonderful people and attend the reunions every year. They would like to get t
  Eltringham, Gerald RM2 OR 1954 - 1954 Feb 09, 2009
  Was onboard for the round-the-world cruise in 1954.
  evans, kevin p.o. 1942 - 1945 Dec 21, 2008
  I am trying to find out if my deceased father was on the USS Hornet during the battle of Midway. He was a radio operator. His name is Joseph Richard Evans and had the nickname Dick. Please email with
  FARRUGIA (Fuji), FRANK IC 2 "E" 1957 - 1958 Mar 27, 2007
  Served 2yrs.+ on the Boxer then spent 6 months on the Hornet. Made my last Far East cruise before discharge in S.Diego. Good time, great bunch of guys in "E" Division. Like to hear from any one during
  Flemming, Richard W.O. PH3 PHOTO 1956 - 1958 Jun 14, 2010
  Would like to talk with shipmates from the past.
  Fuller, Jr., Richard 1953 - 1955 Mar 12, 2008
  Was on world cruise and would love to hear from fellow shipmates. I was the one with the Vespa!
  Gaughan, John AO2 V-6 1953 - 1955 Jul 02, 2007
 
  Georges, Joseph 1967 - 1970 Oct 04, 2009
 
  HARDY, H DOUGLAS BT/MCPO B 1964 - 1966 Apr 09, 2009
  WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM SHIPMATES.AM SURE A MAC McCLARY WORKED WITH ME IN FIRE ROOM 1,AS WELL AS ROD(GIL)RODELLO. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANY ABOARD KNOWS CHIEF HALL? RETIRED IN 1968 AND STILL WORKING O
  HARPE, JOSEPH seamen 3rd 1956 - 1958 Dec 15, 2008
  I MADE TWO CRUISES ON THE CVA- 12! WEST PAC. 57 & 58! I WORKED ON THE FAN TAIL,IN 3RD DIV. AND WAS A FIRST LOADER ON THE STARBORD 3IN -50! I LEFT THE HORNET ANDWAS TRANSFERED TO VA(AW] 35 ON NORTH ISL
  Harris, Raymon YN3 V-1 1955 - 1956 Dec 12, 2006
  Was the best duty I had while in the Navy. I worked for the Air Boss Cdr.Berry.
  Harvey, Dr. Frederick G. YN3 V-1 and X 1955 - 1956 Dec 11, 2006
  Look forward to seeing all of you at the next USS HORNET REUNION.
  hernandez, reuban seaman 1st-3rd 1961 - 1963 Dec 04, 2007
  who still around
  Hersam, Vincent D. AC-3 V-3 1954 - 1954 Feb 07, 2009
  Served onboard for "shakedown" and "World Cruise" in V-3 Div. Prev. duty at NAS Quonset RI. Larry Fournier only contact since.
  Hofferber, Donald PH2 OP 1957 - 1959 Aug 02, 2009
  I was aboard on CVA-12's last cruise and CVS-12's first cruise. I served under Lt. Scott Carpenter who was our Photo Intel. officer. I visited the ship on May 17-19, 2009 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Ho
  Johnson, Lawrence PN3 X 1954 - 1955 Mar 03, 2010
  Made the round the world deployment 1954 - discharged - went backto school, rejoined the Navy retired as a CWO4
  Kerr, Stewart BT2,Retired as CWO4 B 1953 - 1955 Feb 19, 2007
  Presently Chairman of the Board of the Hornet Association. Our Annual reunions are great fun,interesting,meeting old friends & meeting new ones. Attend and you will see.
  Kincade, Donald FT2 Fox 1953 - 1955 Jun 28, 2007
 
  Kunshier, Daniel Dean DC3 R 1953 - 1955 Nov 27, 2008
  Currently living in Forest Lake, MN. Would love to here from former shipmates, my address below is listed: Dean Kunshier 23799 Granada Ave North Forest Lake, MN 55025
  LaMotte, Irvin(Frenchy) SK1 1944 - 1946 Jan 10, 2007
 
  Landers, Vernon Ray SK3 S-1 1955 - 1956 Feb 11, 2009
  I went aboard the Hornet in June 1955 and made a Far East Cruise. was discharged off on June 26 1956. I enjoyed my time on the Hornet
  lyles, phillip e-3 v3 and oi 1958 - 1961 Oct 12, 2007
  I was in v3 div. in 1958 and transferred to o and i div in 1959
  Manley, Anthony D. AD3 V-4 1953 - 1955 Jan 07, 2010
  Was TAD to Floyd Bennet Field, Brooklyn, NYC with the Captain's aircraft prior to the recommissioning on 9/11/53. Saw the world on a trip with a great bumch of guys that I will never forget.
  Manley, Anthony D. AD3 V-4 1953 - 1955 Aug 02, 2010
  Present at recommissioning in Brooklyn, Sept 11, 1953, shakedown in the Caribbean, world cruise, and finally attached to the 7th fleet, South Pacific. True what they say: : "Join the Navy and see the
  May, Chandler MM2 A 1956 - 1960 Feb 16, 2008
  I would like to hear from any of crew mates.
  Mc gaughey, John YN2 Navigation 1953 - 1955 Oct 02, 2007
  I am producing a DVD of the 54 World cruise am in need of color slides, especially Japan and entrance to Pearl Harbor Dec 54
  Meyners, Lee Ltjg VF-152 1958 - 1958 Jun 10, 2007
  A great cruise under the command of Capt. Tom Connelly. Squadron Skipper Cdr. Bob Soule. Accident Free.
  Miller, Ralph Shipfitter /E-4 R 1954 - 1957 Dec 12, 2006
  On the Hornet was the good old day's, now I am the old one, It would be great to hear from some one that was in the sheet metal shop during that time, or from any of you guys. Give a e-mail will answe
  Moore, Gary MM2/C M- division 1958 - 1959 Jul 05, 2010
 
  Mortensen, John M. AM3 V4 1953 - 1955 Dec 15, 2006
  I remember the recommisioning, the Shake Down Cruise, the World Cruise, being part of the 7th Fleet and sharing this with some great men.
  Neumann, Warren AO/AN V-1 1953 - 1955 Mar 25, 2007
  I was aboard Hornet prior to and on date of recommisioning in Brooklyn, September 11, 1953. Served in V-1 Division as "LSO Hook Checker" through 1954 world cruise, and discharged 3/1955 after Hornet t
  Newman, Don E-3 airman V-1 1958 - 1959 Feb 23, 2009
 
  Orlando, John A. DT3 Dental 1953 - 1955 Apr 09, 2007
  E-mail me at JJAAOO@aol.com. Would like to hear from shipmates.
  PISKAC, JOE TE3 OR 1956 - 1957 Sep 09, 2007
  CAME ON BOARD SEPT. 56 . TWO SHIPMATES D. WANNER, L. ZECKER ALSO TE STRIKERS. XFERD. WANNER TO GUAM, ZECKER TO ADAK. ME TO PEARL HARBOR.
  poret, herman bt3 b 1953 - 1955 Mar 01, 2010
  news from any bt"s would be great.
  Provost, Joseph IC-2 E 1953 - 1955 Mar 22, 2007
  Great Ship Would like to hear from shipmates from the IC gang.
  Rice, Charles LCDR G 1956 - 1958 Apr 06, 2009
  On board from September 1956-September 1958. Retired in November 1982 as LCDR (LDO)
  Rice, Charles LCDR V-5 1956 - 1958 Apr 06, 2009
  On board from September 1956-September 1958. Retired in November 1982 as LCDR (LDO)
  Roscoe, Dave ET1 OE 1953 - 1956 Jun 12, 2007
  Wonderful 4 years of my Life. Recomissioning crew , GITMO shakedown , World Cruise , 2nd WesPac deployment, We did it all ! Terrific shipmates all the way around .
  Rudkin, Billy MM2 A (O2N2&Refrigeration) 1956 - 1959 Jan 14, 2010
  Hull number was changed to CVS-12. I look forward to contacting other A Division folks.
  Sankey, Raymond SKG-3 1955 - 1957 Nov 11, 2009
 
  Sankey, Raymond SKG-3 S-1 1955 - 1957 Nov 11, 2009
  Went aboard in April 1955 and discharged in August 1957. Had some wonderful shipmates and experiences.
  Schroeder, Larry HM2 Medical 1953 - 1955 Mar 19, 2007
  Great memories include: The world cruise, hamburgers every night after the movie.
  Sheetz, Robert SH3 S-3 Division 1953 - 1955 Dec 16, 2006
  I was in charge of the Midnight to 0800 shift in the main laundry. Worked with a lot of great guys. Would like to hear from any of them who may have served with me in the S-3 Divisiion. Our world crui
  Smith, Franklin BTFN Engineering 1953 - 1955 Dec 25, 2006
  Enjoyed the recommissioning at Brooklyn Navy Yard, Shakedown in Guantanamo, and World Cruise. Returned to North Island, CA and then Alameda, CA.
  SMITH, R.H. FN E DIV 1955 - 1955 Jul 25, 2007
  I was aboard for only a short time.
  Snyder, James AE3 V-4 1955 - 1956 Dec 12, 2006
  I am still looking for any ship mates that where in V-4 Division working out of the Electric shop on hanger deck. We drove the APU jeeps on the flight deck.
  SPELLICY, JAMES DK3 supply 1953 - 1953 Dec 19, 2006
  ARR BRKLYRECSTA 7-16-53. DEP BAYONNE 12-31-53. THE STAY WAS SHORT; BUT I ENJOYED EVERY MINUTE.
  Staiger, Donald RD2 OI 1956 - 1958 Mar 20, 2007
 
  Stevens, Merrill (Steve) AB3 V-2 Catapults 1955 - 1955 Jul 14, 2009
  Reported aboard and met Chief Early, V-2 Cat chief and really enjoyed my duty on Hornet. Was transferred off in Dec. 1955 as it was going into yards for angled deck and hurricane bow.
  SVENDSEN, LYN MM2 B 1957 - 1960 Dec 12, 2006
 
  Swatez, Michael PH3 Photo 1956 - 1958 Feb 14, 2007
  I am proud to have served on the Hornet
  Veazey, William SH3 S-3 1953 - 1957 Mar 16, 2007
  It was an Honor to serve on the Hornet.
  Wallace, John J. AB2V-2 V-2 1957 - 1959 May 23, 2008
 
  Whiteside, Earl SK2 1954 - 1955 Nov 12, 2007
  quite an experience Stores
  Yates, Donald A/N V-1 1956 - 1959 Mar 08, 2007
  I would like to hear from anyone that was in V-1 division during 1956 & 1959. I don't mind giving my home phone # 417-866-0206.
CVS-12
  Abelson, Robert LT Ops Dept 1967 - 1970 May 06, 2007
  CIC watch officer, air contoller, OI Div Officer for a time. Was aboard for Westpac, Apollo 11 & 12, and decommissioning. Visiting the ship was more nostalgic than I would have thought.
  ahrendt, terry AMS-2 vs-35 1968 - 1969 Feb 23, 2008
  Air frame shop
  Andersen, Robert MM2 M 1965 - 1968 Dec 13, 2008
  Worked in the fordward engine room
  Anderson, William ADR3 - CM1 V6 1966 - 1970 Apr 18, 2010
  "cod crew 146016" for a while, engine build up shop. best time of my 24 serv. Would like to hear form some of the crew, Mike McClintic, R Pritchard, R Hurley,CLIDE,& the rest
  Andruszkewicz, Stephen A. AX1 VS-37 1967 - 1968 Dec 28, 2006
  VS-37 "AT" Shop Chief
  Anspach, Daniel RM2 CR 1967 - 1969 Jun 05, 2007
  Almost three years onboard. two westpacs, apollo 11. great memories !
  Anspach, Daniel RM2 CR 1967 - 1969 Mar 04, 2008
  just adding my e-mail address. would love to hear from any of the CR guys from '67 thru'69
  Auerbach, Arthur LCDR Medical 1963 - 1955 Mar 20, 2008
  I was one of the ship's surgeons July 1963-June 1964.
  Baccus, Bill AT2 AirGroup HS2 1960 - 1960 Nov 25, 2009
  Aircrew & Sonar Operator aboard HSS-1 Sikorsky helicopter in ASW Squadron HS-2 that made the WestPac Cruise May to December 1960
  Baxter, Robert STG3 OI 1964 - 1966 Dec 13, 2006
  Proud to have served, recent division reunion was great to see old shipmates
  Beaver, Luther Gene MM3 A Division Hydraulics 1966 - 1969 Aug 03, 2010
  I worked wiith Bill Ziedler, Carl Crawley, Tingley, MM1Hunter I was in charge of #1 Aircraft Elevator, worked in After aux Ship Steering
  Bergeron, John SK3 S-1 1961 - 1965 Dec 15, 2006
 
  Berry, George FM-3 M 1966 - 1969 Nov 28, 2008
  main engineroom than generator gang
  Billeci, Frank DMSN S-3 1962 - 1963 Mar 17, 2009
  Worked in S-3 Div.barber shop then ships Store/"gee-dunk".Probably saw many of you during two west-pac cruises. Proud to serve, great experiences.
  Blessing, Warren EM2 E 1960 - 1963 Mar 19, 2010
 
  Blosser, Richard RD3 OI 1964 - 1967 Mar 08, 2010
  WestPac 65-66 & Australia '66. I'm hooked up with about 10 other RD's....give us an "ahoy"!
  Boullion, Louie AT-3 vs-35 1964 - 1966 Apr 07, 2007
 
  Buckingham, Jeffrey AKAN S-6 1969 - 1970 Feb 27, 2010
  Looking to make contact with any shipmates from the S-6 division. Onboard for the Appolo 11 and 12 recoveries and Decomissioning (1970). Last reenlistment was on her Flight Deck 1985, Bremerton, WA.
  Burton, David SFM2 R 1968 - 1969 Dec 12, 2009
  Was on the 68-69 last westpac and Apollo 11 recovery mission. Worked in metal shop as welder.
  Calo, Ralph ADR2 VS-35 1961 - 1962 Jan 05, 2009
  High adventure on the flight deck!
  Campbell, Craig AK S-6 1967 - 1969 Jan 19, 2010
  10th and 11th WestPac cruises, mess cook, shellback, S-6 accounting tallies with a Hong Kong abacus (almost as fast as the other guy who stuck with the adding machine, but I made fewer mistakes :-)
  Case, Victor BT3 B 1960 - 1964 Oct 12, 2008
  Spent most of my time in the oil shack. Later in #1 fireroom.
  Cassity, Richard ABG/E3 v4 1958 - 1960 Mar 13, 2009
  served under WO. Bradford, Chief Leach, PO1 Lee, PO3 Joiner. Now living in Big Bear Lake Ca.
  Caughey, Ray AE-2 AMD 1968 - 1969 Feb 07, 2010
  Worked in the Calibration lab during one WestPac cruise and Apollo 11 recovery. Crossed the equator twice in one cruise.
  Cheff, Arthur SEAMAN/BOSENMATE 2nd / 3RD 1960 - 1964 Dec 18, 2006
  EMAIL HMIRIS@AOL.COM
  Childress, Jess FN M-fwd. eng. rm. 1962 - 1964 Apr 19, 2009
  Many hot engine room watches, no air conditioning in berthing area,slept on weather decks more than once. What's not to like???--retired in 1982 as a MMC
  Childress, Jess FN M-fwd. eng. rm. 1962 - 1964 Apr 19, 2009
  Many hot engine room watches, no air conditioning in berthing area,slept on weather decks more than once. What's not to like???--retired in 1982 as a MMC
  Chrisman, Donald SN 1st 1957 - 1960 Mar 30, 2009
  Coxson #1 peaboat 1958-1960 Proud to serve on the Hornet when it was CVA-12 and CVS-12
  CLARK, Maurice MM3 /MM2 M 1957 - 1959 Jun 21, 2007
  No2 Engineroom. Compartment C-302-L.
  Clavette, Danny ABF-3 V-4 1967 - 1969 Dec 27, 2009
  I can add comments later
  collins, tom rd3 oi 1966 - 1969 Jan 17, 2010
  made two wes-pacs and apollo11 looking for friends in the oi div. bob mount bob harrison shawn evens in v5 and others
  Coontz, Frederick BT3 Oil King B 1966 - 1967 Mar 01, 2009
  I spent most of my time on Hornet in the oil shack. Two Westpac crusies, Appolo 11 recoverie. I really enjoyed visiting the musem last February.
  Cowart, Terry AN V-4 1963 - 1964 Feb 12, 2009
  Hope to hear from former shipmates. Pappa from NOLA drop me a line.
  Cox, Gary ABH3 V-1 1963 - 1966 Jan 15, 2007
  LSO TALKER THEN YELLOW SHIRT (BOY SURFER)
  Davis, Curtis RD2 OI 1968 - 1971 Mar 12, 2008
  I am happy to serve "Our Country" I was lucky enough to be abord for Apollo-11 @ 12. Also to become a Shellback, twice over. I hope to hear from any person from OI Div.
  Davis, Walter (Bob) LT JG OI 1965 - 1967 Jul 23, 2009
  CIC Watch Officer, OI Division Officer, Aircraft Controller
  Delarosby, Clyde RM3 CR 1964 - 1968 Feb 20, 2007
  Was in charge of the transmitter rooms..Even moved my bunk and lockers into the transmitter space ( It was air conditioned )..Enjoyed all my time aboard..
  Dionne, Dave RMC CR 1968 - 1970 Feb 14, 2008
  Great Ship.... Great people. Many fond memories of my time aboard her. Live about 15mi south of where she is berthed in Alameda, Ca and have visited her quite frequently. Going through the old radi
  Dixon, Kenneth AN V-1 1965 - 1968 Nov 29, 2007
  Flight Deck red shirt ( Crash Crew ) Read the roster and the only name i recognize from those years was ( Fred Ruhe ) 67-68 westpac cruise book . Lots of work and lots of fun , an adventure to remembe
  Donaldson, Lyle/ Don QMSC NAV 1969 - 1970 May 28, 2008
  I had a good crew that made the Apollo 11 and Apollo 12 missions easy
  Druther, Joseph E3 V1 1962 - 1966 Sep 14, 2007
  The best times of my life were aboard the USS Hornet, worked the flight deck (Red Shirt). I would love to hear from any of my old buddies. jtdruther@aol.com
  Eshom, Robert STG3 OS 1964 - 1968 Aug 18, 2007
  After boot camp on board 8 months as 1st division bosun's mate then "A"school and then surprisingly back aboard Hornet for duration of enlistment
  Ferguson, John RM2 Communications 1967 - 1968 May 02, 2008
  Was my home for awhile then took me home safely. Proud to have served aboard this proud vessel.
  fields, david RM2 cr 1967 - 1970 Dec 14, 2009
 
  fields, david RM2 cr 1967 - 1970 Dec 14, 2009
  quick note! delarosby,we all loved xmit space & a/c. anspach, hope to hear from anyone from cr div. great ship & friends.
  Foote, Harold MM/FN Engine room 1958 - 1960 Feb 24, 2008
  I remember the time one of our planes missed the cable when he landed, broke the left axel and went of that side of the ship. We never found him or the plane.
  Gary, Moore MM2 M 1958 - 1962 Jun 30, 2007
 
  Georges, Joseph 1967 - 1971 Oct 04, 2009
 
  Gillis, Walter IC 3 E div 1968 - 1970 Jan 05, 2007
  not sure of dates, but did stay on her to Bremerton and a few months up there.
  Gillum, Jim MM3 M 1961 - 1963 Apr 22, 2007
  Looking for engine room buddies. Email me at jimmykg1@verizon.net, website- http://mysite.verizon.net/res17zxf
  GOSS, Wallace AT2 VS-37/AMD 1962 - 1963 Jun 15, 2008
  Made 1962 cruise. Does anyone remember the Cuban missle crisis and we diverted from going to the PI and went up to Japan instead?
  Gould, Thomas ADJ3 V-3 1959 - 1962 Mar 24, 2009
 
  graham, thomas az3 vs-35 1965 - 1967 Jun 09, 2007
 
  griep, ron RD3 OI 1962 - 1965 Apr 25, 2009
 
  grubbs, charles b t f n B div # 3 # 4 1961 - 1966 Apr 05, 2009
 
  Guillory, Richard 6th Division 1957 - 1959 Aug 02, 2008
  Hornet was CVA-12 when I joined, then it went to CVS-12.
  Guinn, Larry e3 v1 1966 - 1968 Jun 07, 2008
  Just wondering who is still out there. anyone ever hear from Donald Conklin Jerry Katz Barney Williams ect.?
  Halvorson, Robert AE-3 V6 AIMD AE SHOP 1968 - 1970 Mar 28, 2007
  This experience was the best time of my enlistment, even when we were sent through the Sraights of Korea. I must have counted at least 21 ships of the 7th Fleet with us. The West Pac was fun and I rea
  Hammond, Ronald RM3 CR 1966 - 1968 Jul 29, 2007
  Made the 1967 WestPac cruise. Looking forward to making the trip to Alameda in the near future to see the Hornet again.
  Harvick, Tom PH-3 OP 1966 - 1968 Dec 28, 2009
  Served in the Photo Lab both years would like to hear from anyone from OP division.
  Hastings, Stewart EM/3 E 1962 - 1965 Apr 20, 2010
  Made two WESTPAC cruses on the Hornet, had a great time, would like to connect with other div, shipmates.
  Hayes, Paul QUARTERMASTER P.O. FLAG 1958 - 1960 Dec 12, 2006
  Still trying to find remainder of CCD-19, especially OFFICERS! Anyone know the whereabouts of Cdr. Carberry, Hines, Renn, etc.? Any other CCD-19 members after we were? Please contact me! Can also cont
  Hellmueller, Max ABH-3 V-3 1968 - 1970 Nov 18, 2008
  Worked as a yellow shirt in the Hanger bay pushing planes around. Picked for recovery crew on Apollo-11 & 12. Was on the Decommission crew in Bremerton, Naval ship yard.
  Henderson, Robert ABH2 V-1 1965 - 1969 May 29, 2007
 
  Hetherington, Tom ETN2 OE 1967 - 1970 Mar 26, 2007
  Made 2 tours off Vietnam, the Appolo 11 and 12 recoveries, and became a shellback. Also became the senior divison salt after 3 1/2 years on board. The Hornet ET gang was to me best in the Navy.
  Hill, Sr., James IC 2 E 1959 - 1963 Sep 08, 2007
 
  Hoback, Kenneth QM2 Navigation 1966 - 1969 May 06, 2007
  2 tours of Vietnam. Helmsman Training Petty Officer. Helmsman on Apollo 11 Recovery Mission.
  Holland, Warren Airman V-4 1960 - 1963 Jul 25, 2009
  We are getting together in Sept. In Virginia.Trying to Find Everyone.
  Holt, Joe Sgt. E-5 MARDET 1967 - 1969 Jan 14, 2007
 
  Hoskins, Bill abh v1 1968 - 1969 Aug 19, 2009
 
  Howell, Larry BM 2 1st 1968 - 1969 Feb 10, 2007
  Was on board for Apollo 11 Recovery. As I look back my Navy service was the best. How many cars were bought with 25 cent pop sales!!!
  Howerton, Jim ETN3 ET 1969 - 1970 Jan 17, 2008
  Brought in for Apollo 12 and stayed through Bremerton. Best time I ever had on any ship. Played at DJ for ships entertainment part time.
  Howerton, Jim ETN4 OE 1969 - 1970 Jan 17, 2008
  Brought in for Apollo 12 and stayed through Bremerton. Best time I ever had on any ship. Played at DJ for ships entertainment part time.
  Hudgens, Raymond E-3 1969 - 1971 Feb 09, 2009
  I was lucky to be on-board for both Apollo 11 and 12.That was great being part of history I still remember standing on the flight deck with my buddies watching the capsule come down.Went of to Washing
  Huerta, Larry E3 Seaman S7 1967 - 1969 Oct 27, 2009
  I have very fond memories of my time aboard and would like to hear from any that knew me.
  Jeffcoat, Chuck STG-3 Sonar OS Division 1964 - 1967 Dec 12, 2006
  Had a memorable reunion of OS Division at the Hornet July 2005. Great to see everyone after close to40 years. Believe it or not but some of have aged somewhat!!!
  Johnson, Allen AG3 OA 1960 - 1963 Nov 14, 2008
 
  Johnson, Duane MM3 A 1962 - 1965 Jul 29, 2009
  Looking for Chuck Holbrook, Jim Soline, Stanford and any others aboard at that time. I'm retired from Honeywell (Calif.) and now living in my home state, Michigan.
  Johnson, Dale A.F. PC2 PO 1965 - 1965 Oct 15, 2009
  I sailed on this great ship in 1965. I had been stationed in Yokosuka from 1955-57 in Communications (Class \"E)
  Kahler, William (Bill) BT E-4 B 1960 - 1963 Jul 07, 2008
  Looking for old friends/buddies. I Worked in Boiler room #1, #2 and boiler repair shop. Stood a lot of smoke-watch during flight operations. Live in NE Okla.
  Keyser Sr, Bruce E DP2 S-7 1967 - 1968 Sep 26, 2007
 
  King, James mmfn M 1958 - 1961 Jan 21, 2007
 
  Kirby, Charles Michael E4 1965 - 1969 Mar 12, 2010
  I am trying to locate names, addresses (email or regular), telephone numbers of Crew Members that I served with and would appreciate any help. Thanks in advance, Mike Kirby,
  Kirby, Charles Michael E4 VS-45 1967 - 1969 Mar 12, 2010
  Trying to establish contact with crew members or their families and would appreciate any help. I especially would like to hear from Steven R. Vandergriff and Peter Kennemer. Thanks in advance. Mike
  Knowles, Luey ABH-3 V-3 & V-4 1959 - 1963 Jan 21, 2008
  plane pusher and elevator operator in v-3 made 1960 cruise in v-3 division. pump room operator and flight fuel crew v-4 made 1962 cruise in v-4 division.
  Kolda, Ted TM3 W 1965 - 1966 Jul 08, 2007
  65-66 Wespac was awesome. Would be great to connect with other W Div shipmates.
  Lawless, C.L. (Skeets) E3 V1 1964 - 1967 Jul 08, 2008
  Where is the old crew? Jon Dailey, JT Hanks, Joe Mazzola, etc.
  Lewis, Doug TM2 W 1962 - 1966 May 24, 2008
  1962-63 aboard for WestPac cruise. Aboard again 1965-66 for another WestPac cruise. Would like to hear from any shipmates.
  Lipphardt, George E-3 V-1 1964 - 1966 Mar 24, 2007
  I was a "zoomie" working on the flight deck. I wore both a blue and red shirt (towing aircraft and part of the crash team). I made one WestPac Tour which included a wonderful stop in Sydney, Austral
  Lohse, Larry AC2 OC 1964 - 1966 Aug 21, 2009
 
  Long, William AN V-3 V-1 1967 - 1970 May 30, 2009
  Was in V-3 Div. for awhile Then went to V-1 was a blue shirt then became a red shirt in crash & salvage remember Tom Jenkins, Papps, the Ruhe brothers and alot more. Was one of the men who got picked
  Long, Steve JO3 Personel 1969 - 1970 Jul 09, 2009
  Worked as a journalist during Apollo 12. Ship was decomissioned in Bremerton, Washington after that. Got out 6 months early.
  Martinez, Mike E4 Arresting gear & cats 1959 - 1960 Jun 23, 2007
  Was Ships company along with my brother Anthony. We both made e-4 while aboard.
  Martinez, Adam BT/ E-3 B - Div. / #2 Fireroom 1968 - 1970 Jun 07, 2009
  Served on wes-pac cruise,and Apollo 11 & 12,had Great Shipmates ,learned alot , would enjoy hearing from anyone from the Firerooms. God Bless !
  Martino, Joe PC-3 E 1964 - 1967 Jan 07, 2008
  Served from Sept. 1964-Oct. 1967. Post Office, Senior Mail Carrier. 2 West Pacs. Would like to connect with former shipmates.
  Mc Intire, Gale AK 3 VS 35 1965 - 1968 Nov 08, 2008
  Did 3 West Pac tours /TA to S-6 Div./NAS North Island (home VS-35) TA to Base Supply/ lived in Coronado and Imperial Beach
  McClary, Jacob "Mac" BT-2 B Division 1963 - 1967 Jan 07, 2007
  Served in Number One Fireroom from June 1963 to May 1967. WestPac 1963-1964. Far East Cruise 1965-1966 WestPac 1967. Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club 1963-1967, 1965-1966 and 1967. I miss you and all those fou
  McCracken, Clarence FTG-2 Fox 1965 - 1968 Aug 22, 2009
 
  McGrath, Steve Lance-corp, corp, sargent Marine 1968 - 1969 Jun 15, 2009
 
  Miller, Carl AO2 air group VS-35 1962 - 1962 Oct 20, 2008
  I was only on her for a couple qual cruises and a West Pac cruises.
  Mische, Robert YN3 (E4) 1959 - 1962 Feb 11, 2007
 
  Moller, Paul E E-3 Boatswain 1966 - 1966 Oct 28, 2009
  did tour in Nam with her, an 18 year old kid looking back I am amazed that 42 years have passed. I was transferred to the Ti CVA-14 in '67 and I went on their 66-67 Cruise Book and there I was with b
  Monaco, Ron MM3 M & B 1966 - 1970 Jul 20, 2009
  Would especially love to hear from Carl Crawley, Tim Netherly and Danny Roche and anyone from EVAPS.
  MOONEY, HOWARD QM1 NAVIGATION 1967 - 1970 Jul 01, 2008
  NAVIGATION LPO
  Moore, Gary MM2/C M-Division 1958 - 1962 Mar 17, 2007
 
  Mundy, Bill PN2 X 1956 - 1962 Mar 25, 2007
 
  Myers, Bill SK3 S-1 1960 - 1964 Oct 20, 2007
  I went on the Hornet the day she got back from West Pac in Dec. of 1960.I got off in Aug. of 1964. I was a SK3 at the time in S-1 Div.I have retired from The LAPD and Have Just retired from the State
  Newell, Richard (Jim) ETR2 OE 1963 - 1966 Nov 08, 2008
  Newell, Richard (Jim) 1963 - 1966 Sep 22, 2008 At sea from March 1963 through June 1966. Worked in the electronics shop - ETR2. Shellback on February 23, 1966. Via the GI Bill, graduated in 197
  Newton, J.D. Airman Apprentice "G" 1967 - 1968 Feb 01, 2008
  1st duty after boot camp. Applied to AO"A" school, left the Hornet in Yokosuka on way home from WESTPAC, and assigned the Connie out of A-school. I'm proud to have served on The Hornet CVS-12. It was
  Nunnally, Vern E-4 Yoeman X-Legal Office 1963 - 1965 Jul 17, 2009
  I had the time of my life while serving on the Hornet! I actually was 4F when I managed to get into the Naval Reserve! Retired from Waterloo John Deere, living in Sequim, Wa
  Nunneley, Charles S-4 1964 - 1965 Jul 30, 2010
 
  Ode, James RM2 CR 1967 - 1969 Mar 22, 2009
  Went on two West Pac's and Apollo 11 and 12
  Olmstead, Charles (Chuck) PC3 X 1967 - 1970 Jan 21, 2008
  Post Office, Apollo 11 & 12 pick up and decommissioning.
  Pendleton, David LCDR Ordnance Officer 1967 - 1969 Mar 28, 2010
  Two cruises and Apollo 11. OOD underway and COD pilot. Last visit to ship 3/19/10 looks good.
  Peters, Mark AN V-1 1959 - 1960 Jun 24, 2009
  I was the Telephone Talker behind the Ouija Board in Flight Deck Control.
  PETERSON, T.L."PETE" FN/MM2 A-GANG/M-div. 1959 - 1963 Mar 24, 2010
  went on out of bootcamp- retired MMCM 1990.I do see a few names of sailors I served with.
  peterson, ronald e-4 usmc detachment 1967 - 1967 May 17, 2010
  assigned to asw group 3 flag orderly duty
  Pettengill, Norman ABF 3 V-3, V-4 1959 - 1961 Mar 07, 2009
 
  Plemmons, Earl BT2 "B" #3 Fireroom 1958 - 1962 Aug 10, 2009
  Would like to hear from anyone who served during this time.
  Poirier, Bob RM1 CR 1968 - 1969 Jul 07, 2007
  Good times. I visit the ship in Alameda once or twice a year. The Radio Shack was open for touring the last time I visited. Seems a lot smaller than forty years ago.
  Polacek, Ed MM2 Main Control M 1962 - 1965 Mar 08, 2009
  Would like to hear from my M Division shipmates.
  Price, Fred 1964 - 1966 Dec 25, 2006
  looking for any old shipmates
  Prout, Robert LCDR. VS-37 1968 - 1970 Jul 05, 2009
  After release from active duty, continued flying the S2-E at NAF Detroit for another 5 years and retired from the Naval Reserve in 1986.
  Ratcliff, Roger BTFN B 1968 - 1970 Nov 16, 2008
  I worked in fireroom #3. Saw Apollo 11 & 12. Great memories. Want to find anyone I served with.
  Reilly, Gary ABF3 V-4 1964 - 1966 Dec 12, 2006
  Hello Bill Splaine. Tom Fisher, Lincoln Arnold, Marty Muscatello,
  Reno, Kenneth BM SN E3 Frist 1960 - 1963 Dec 20, 2008
  I was in the frist div. and boat div. was a member of the captians gig crew. Sure do miss thos days and frindes
  Reynolds, M. Rick CYN3 CR 1969 - 1970 Dec 04, 2008
  I was only aboard for 1 year but I loved every minute of it. Contact welcome. Looking forward to getting up their to visit. It was sad that the Capt. passed away.
  Rhone, Keith "Tony" MM3 A-O2N2 1967 - 1969 May 22, 2008
  Enjoy hearing from shipmates
  Roach, Jim YN3 OP 1959 - 1961 Jan 25, 2010
  Yeoman in the Operations Office. Spent many hours in the Photo Lab with a great bunch of guys.
  Rodello, Gil "Rod" BT@ B 1964 - 1966 Dec 24, 2007
  Would like to from a shipmate from "B" div
  Rooks, John EM3 "E", light power shop 1966 - 1970 Mar 01, 2008
  Great times, great friends, wish I had stayed in touch. Hope to hear from somebody.........
  Rosenberger, Ken stg?? os 1965 - 1968 Dec 12, 2006
  As Chuck Jeffcoat mentioned, alot of us have found one another after almost 40 years. Been good to hear from you guys again. It brings back alot of GOOD memories. You all will always be a special "fam
  Ruhe, Fred ABH-3 V-1 1966 - 1970 Aug 04, 2007
  I worked the flight deck, Blue, Red and Yellow shirt, I was also there for Apollo 11 and 12 (Crash Crane), made 2 West Pac Cruises
  Sanders, Hollis MM3 A-Division 1965 - 1969 May 25, 2008
  Worked in AC&R/O2N2Plant.Made three West Pac's.Like to hear from anyone that remembers me.
  Saros, Ron DPC S7 1967 - 1968 Mar 15, 2007
 
  schwartz, jim mm2 a div 1960 - 1963 Oct 10, 2008
  I worked hydraulics and refrigeration. Those years were the best years of my younger years. I don't see any names that I remember but I wonder often where everybody that I served with ended up and wha
  Shelley, Taylor YN3 "R" 1959 - 1962 Aug 25, 2009
  I served in the Engineering Log Room as yeoman. My brother, David, was in the Metal Shop 1959 - 1963. He passed away in 1995.
  Silva, Larry E3 R 1969 - 1970 Apr 02, 2009
  On board for Apollo 11-12 Recovery. Division R decommission crew in Bremerton
  Singley, Eric CYN3 CR 1968 - 1969 Dec 19, 2009
  Cross decked fm Bennington CVS20 to Hornet in Japan. Last WestPac and Apollo 11
  Snyder, Walter SA/GMSN 5 th 1964 - 1965 Mar 19, 2008
 
  Spencer, Keith BM3 1964 - 1968 Apr 30, 2009
  I am Keith's Widow. I am looking for anyone that served with my husband in Vietnam.
  Stevenson, Bob MM2 M-Div 1964 - 1967 May 09, 2010
  I was a member of the after engine room. Nick named Stevie..we were an elite group..
  Steward, James (Jim) ABF3 V-4 1965 - 1968 Jul 01, 2009
  Looking for Merle Stinger, Bill Kindregin, Big Bill, Dewey, or anyone in my division at that time. How about Loyd George Ostrat Bejune?
  Summers, kenneth QM3 Navigation 1960 - 1965 Mar 04, 2009
  Started in 2nd division and wound up in Navigation division.
  Svendsen, Lyn MM2 B 1957 - 1960 Dec 12, 2006
  Evaporators
  Thomas, Lawrence /Bud AO1 V5 / G 1956 - 1958 Mar 15, 2007
  I WAS IN CHARGE OF THE BOMB ELEVATORS THE LAST YEAR ABOARD.
  Tusing, Jr., Luke GMG3 "G" Ships Armory 1966 - 1970 Feb 21, 2007
  I am proud to have served on the last two (2) WestPac Cruises as well as The Apollo 11 and 12 moon landing recovery cruises. I also am proud to be a life member and supporter of our Ship's museum.
  Umland, Chuck AMS-2 VS-35 1963 - 1964 Nov 30, 2008
  I was on the Hornet in Japan when President Kennedy was assassinated. We lost two planes on that same cruise, one on a deck landing and the other and ran out of fuel on the way back to Japan.
  Van Leer II, Robert E3 Seaman 1st Duivision 1966 - 1968 Jun 10, 2009
  went aboard nov 1966 departed aug 1968 a great time was had aboard with all crew members
  Vela, Nefi BM3 3rd 1961 - 1965 Mar 20, 2007
  Best years of my life. I didn't think so then but I do now.
  Viegas, Larry (Red) AO3 "G" 1963 - 1964 Feb 21, 2009
  Oct '04, trans to VA-125 Lemoore, CA & made E4. Ret. from Vought Aircraft 2/2001. Looking for R. Russell - AO3 in '64.
  Viegas, Larry (Red) AO3 "G" 1963 - 1964 Feb 21, 2009
  G-Div Ord Crew. Trans 10/64 to VA-125 NAS Leemore & made E4. Rec'd BS Deg. on GI Bill in '74. Ret'd Vought Aircraft Ind. 2/01. Looking for R. Russell. AO3 in '64.
  Vierra, Douglas E-3 S-6 1960 - 1964 Dec 22, 2009
  I am looking for Avaiation Supply (S-6) shipmates: James Jordan, Dennis Ritchie, Berry Edmondson, and any others of the 1960-63 era.
  Vines, Robert AN2 VAW 11 1963 - 1966 Nov 30, 2008
 
  Ward, Jim RM2 1968 - 1970 Dec 03, 2009
  Was the teletype repair person on board. Worked with NASA for Apollo 11 & 12. Left in April of 70. Did a lot, saw a lot and met a great crew. Mahalo to all
  Warren, Gerald (Jerry) AWC(AC) was SK2 on Hornet S-1 1957 - 1960 Mar 14, 2007
  Was on the Hornet for 3 years, left and went to NTTC San Diego for 2 years. Yokosuka,japan for 3 years left there as SK1 and changed to AX1 then AW1 and retired as AWC. Retired in 1979
  Watson, Tannis WO-1 G 1966 - 1968 Sep 18, 2008
  I was the Air Gunner and an Underway Officer of the Deck. Participated in AS-202, but even more challenging was plucking a bent Helo off the fantail of the USS Long Beach in the Gulf of Tonkin in 1967
  Webster, John RM2 CR 1962 - 1964 Jul 31, 2008
 
  whitacre, Lee EN -3 M 1964 - 1966 Mar 17, 2007
  wouldn't trade the experence for all the tea in china! sure would like to know where everyone went. in this big big world haven't heard or seen anyone I knew.... how about it !! I think I was the only
  whitmarsh, monroe(vern) radioman 3rd class cr 1965 - 1966 May 02, 2007
  came aboard june 62, left aug 66 worked in main comm. worked with jack houghton. Pete Aurand was the flag admiral while in tonkin gulf.
  Whittington, Henry CS2 S-2 1965 - 1967 Nov 24, 2008
  Made WestPac cruise 1965-66. Had a great time with all the guys out mof VS37. Cooked for the CPO mess.
  Wines, Hank seaman catapult & arresting gear 1958 - 1959 Jul 13, 2009
  was on board in bremerton cav-12 to cvs-12 Willie Wilson where are you?? hankwines@yahoo.com
  yellen, james AK2 S6 1963 - 1965 Apr 08, 2009
  Looking for old buddies/friends from S6
  Yuschenkoff, Jim SMSN Signals(CS) 1968 - 1970 Oct 28, 2009
  The life path goes full circle. Curator/Collections manager on the USS Hornet Museum.
  Zeidler, Bill mm3 hydraulics /o2n2 plant 1966 - 1969 Jun 22, 2007
  work with c berkel, crawley, tingley, schultz, chief hunteraboard irst apollo no. 3 elevator

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