I was on the sara back in 78-79 and made 2 Med cruises all this brings back memories. I was a boiler tech. down in the no. 4 boiler room. Reviewing all of this is rather emotional for me. Thanks and have a nice day

I WAS IN V1 DIV. WORKED IN PRI FLY FROM 70 73. I WANT TO THE REUNION IN CHARLESTON. I THINK IT WAS A GREAT TIME TO SEE SO MANY SHIP MATES, FROM THE SARA. HOPE TO HEAR FROM SOM OLD SHIPMATES. IF THE SC ADDRESS DOES NOT RING A BELL. I WAS FROM NEW YORK WHEN I WAS ON THE SARA. ALSO IF ANY WOULD KNOW WHERE TO FIND JOE WAYEN FOWLER FROM HAYDEN AL. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW.

I'd like to hear from the guys aboard the Sara 1971 and 1972 cruises. I was in VF-103 but assigned TAD to ships company ordinance division. You missed a good reunion in Charleston

VA 37 1972-1975

Served in CR Div from 3/78-9/80 had 2 great med cruises. Would like to hear from any old shipmates who served during that time.

Great site, I was stationed on Sara July 76 to July 79. Worked in V4 Div. Flight Deck. 2 med cruises 77,78. Had some great times. Lookin for some buddies from V1 Div.C.Beaulieu, C.Sharp, V5 Div. J.Krieg, Give me a Holler.

I served with VAW123 during westpac cruise 1972-1973. Anybody out there who served with VAW123 during this time i sure would like to hear from you.

Served with RVAH-1 during the 72-73 WestPac. Any "Smoking Tigers" out there? Hong Kong and Singapore was a liberty treat.

Served on the Sara from 1974 - 1978, CR Division...The Voice of the Sara..any more of you clowns still around??.. Rember those "Port and Report" watches???

W-Division 74-77. Any other special weapon types still out there.

Seved aboard the Sara from 71 till 73 when i got out. S-2 div Nice place the Sara many good times North Atlantic, 2 Med cr., and then Tonkin Gulf and Home to Virginia for the Yards Any guys in supply give me a yell

Served aboard Sara 73 - 77 in S-7 Division. It would be great to hear from some of the guys. We had some memorable times in Monaco during the bicentinial and who could forget Naples. We were there so much, I thought it was our homeport.

I servd aboard the Sara (CV-60)from July 1975 thru July 1979. Had a great time. Am interested in hearing from anyone who went on those three Med cruises during that time. Those were the days!!!

Better known as "Lobster" due to my ability to sunburn and my Maine accent, I was aboard the SARA 3/73-6/76. Made two Med cruises working as a Photographers Mate Third Class within OZ Division's CVIC-Photo processing recce film from RA-5C Vigilanti (RVAH-1) and RF-8G Crusader aircraft while working with "PH-1 Ronald "Uncle Ron" Harris, PH-2 Terry "Big Mo" Mosler, PH-3 Werner "Woodstock" Weinstock and IS-2 Steven "Tits" Teter under LCDR James L. Law, known as "God" and a first class officer and gentleman. My most recent photos of the SARA in Rhode Island appeared within the Feb.'99 issue of SEA CLASSICS magazine. Once a PH always a PH!

Served in V-2 Gear, safety P.O. flight deck 71 & 72, lots of good memories & experiences, D.W. Beck & I hope to see some old buddies at the reunion.

Served onboard the Sara in Second Div. of the deck department from August 76 till January 79. Two Med Cruises. 77 & 78-79. Had som of the greatest times of my life. Met people awho I will never forget - Tancin, Burke, the Ellis brothers, Higgins, BM1 (and later BMC) Thomas, BMC May. Would really enjoy hearing from any other DECK APES from that period of time. To all who remember Tancin's "Haze Gray and Under Way, Fuel pumpnig 1,000 Gallons a minute, God don't you love the smell of saltwater in the morning."

I REMEMBER ON THE 1971 MED CRUISE, WE WERE ANCHORED IN ATHENS HARBOR, AND DID "A FIRST" IN THAT WE LAUNCHED 2 F4J PHANTOMS WHILE AT ANCHOR. THE BOW WAS POINTED RIGHT AT ATHENS AND WHEN LAUNCHED, EACH PLANE TURNED SHARPLY, ONE TO THE RIGHT, ONE TO THE LEFT AND THEN THEY CAME BACK AROUND IN A LONG WIDE CIRCLE TO BE RECOVERED ON THE FLIGHT DECK. I WAS LUCKY TO BE UP ON THE ISLAND TO WATCH, IT WAS GREAT.
CHARLES STRANSKY LI 3 <

served deck division from 77-81. would like to hear from anyone.

Served in V-2 arresting gear from 1970-72. Hope to see lots of old friends in Charleston.

Served Dental Division 72 to 76 2 Med Cruises.74 & 76; Catapulted off Monaco july 76. Looking for any Dental personnel in that Time Frame.

Looking for ship mate Manuel diaz of Texas. Lost your address @ A.O.L. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving,& hope to hear from ya soon ! I was an EMFN from 1975 - 1979 on CV-60

Stationed on board Sara 1971-73 worked in S-1 office would like to hear from storekeepers that era

Greetings Shipmates!! Served on Sara from Aug. 74 till Dec. 77. Have been retired 5 years now and still remember 3yr and 6 mos on Sara like it was yesterday. Worked in AIMD IM-2 Div. Jet Shop and spent my last year on Ships C1A COD Crew. Any body out there from IM-2 Div. Jet Shop of COD crew give me a yell. Would be glas to here from you. I remeber vividly all 3 Med cruises I made and have all 3 cruise books. Would not want to part with them but would be happy to share any info from them.

Greetings Fellow Shipmates! Hows the civilian life treating you all? Ok,I hope!I was on the Saratoga from 1975-1980,and made all 3 Med-cruises.I was in S-3 Div.with all of my old buddies like Rodger Stoscough(?),"STEVEN RAY WEST of TUEPELO,MISS.,Jeff Willard,Vinnie Vasquez,Chuck Papineau,George H.Saenz,Ron Nolan,Mark Green,Tim Fisher,Roach Bryant,and Sr.Cheif Patrick!!!of course! Oh,the times we all had. I did manage to get my stuff straight,belive it or not! But I do miss Uncle Johns Tavern by the beach,and the Top Of The Tides,and so on,like Orange Park,Atlantic Beach,NAS JAX.ect.ect.ect. The Med Cruises is where I made friends with Mar-Det.they were all cool dudes,eccept for Sargent Rose(hahahah),I sure hope you all get this e-mail so that some how we can get together again.Ialso worked in the ships laundry,the junk food store on the forward mess decks,ships mall,and then finally I turned the ships Smoke Shop into the Harley Davidson Smoke Shop for memories of the USA while we were on the cruises.Then of course we got to remember the"AMERICAN BAR" over there,either Italy,Spain,France,Egypt,Africa,but I do rember the Virgin Islands....OH YEAH. Well,I leave with this in mind...I really would like to hear from any or all,mainly All of you guys.I have never forgotten any of the good ole times we all had.Hope to hear from ya all,Whip,S-3 Div.Med.Cruises 1975-1980.

Hi, I served in V-4 &V-3 divisions from ''72 -''74 part WESPAC and would like to hear from John Kramer, Roger Poecock,Stephen Paul (parachute rigger) or Kip Schatz or anyone in V4 V3 that era.Thanks

served aboard in 73' to 75 in e-division. would like to hear from anyone who served during that time. was in drydock after nam. and did one med cruise. looking for jeff fleming, wayne laidlaw, don edwards and jew schecter

Served on the Sara 1970-72. Was in pers., S-1, & S-7

I served in V-2 Arresting Gear from 72-75 I have heard from some guy's and would love to hear from anybody that I worked with during the Nam cruise or the 74 Med cruise.Steve Caldwell,Todd Patrie,Jim Miller,Otis Gilmore, Carl Hardy or any others I had the pleasure to work with.E-mail me!!!

Hello Shipmates: Served On the Super Sara 74 to 76 in AIMD IM-1Div./AMSU. Would like to know how to get in touch with Master Chief Matthews,AZ1 David GuyAN Mike Martin, AE3 Ron Falanga.AN Chris Owens.Would also like to find out how to get Cruisebook From 74/75 or 75/76 Med cruises.

Served in VA-37 squadron Med Cruises 1977,1978 as plane captain and then in AIMD.

I was the OS Div Off 1978-80. The tour -- two great MED deployments -- remembered fondly. The men in the division were superb in every respect. SARA was a great ship. Berthed in Mayport aft of FORRESTAL, maybe we weren't as spiffy but never missed a committment. CAPTs Bill Martin (later C6F) and Jim Flatley (Jr) were the skippers then. Great men who were great leaders. Happy holidays to all shipmates. Steve

I was aboard the Sara with Heavy One the Smokin Tigers, 72-73 Operation Linebacker. Home port NAS Albany Ga.

Looking for Tilton,Hester,Perllet,Roach,Z-Man,and anyone else from V-2 W/C 1973 TO 1976. GREAT WEB. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

Served on Sara 71-74 with vf-103.Would love to hear from any of you slugers out there

SERVED IN US NAVY FROM 72-75 ON SARATOGA 1 YR. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU GUYS,

Served onboard Sara from just after the big fire in 1973 until mid 1976 in OI Division

EMO from 74 to 77. Two Med cruises. Looking forward to hearing from other "SARA" sailors.

HI SHIPMATES,IM WAYNE BULLIMGTON AKA[bull]I SERVED ON THE SARA FROM 1973 TO 1975 AIR FRAMES IM2 DIVISION,WORKED FOR CHIEF DONALD BUBAN,THEN AMS1 CHUCK GULLIUM,JUST WANT TO HEAR FROM ANYONE I SERVED WITH.THAT WAS THE GOOD OLD DAYS.THE SHIP AND CREW ARE IN MY HEART FOREVER.

I SERVED AS A POSTAL CLERK ON BOARD FROM 1978 TILL 1981 EVERYBODY NEW ME AS "jelly" hit me up sometime!

SERVED 74/77 R DIV PIPE SHOP REMERBER MASTER CHIEF LEWIS

Iam in search of James H. Gearheart Jr. We served together during the 76-77 med cruise. I worked on the flight deck and he worked in supply. Any help would be appreciated

served in S-5 DIV. DURING 78-79,AND 1980 CRUISES.LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES.

looking for S-1 or other div crewmembers from 72 vietnam cruise. Mike "frenchy" Lapointe you still around?

I recently aquired a 74/75 Saratoga cruise book. (no..it is not for sale) It is much too large to scan the entire book, but...if you were on that cruise....and have specific request....I would be happy to scan and send pics... Fair winds and following seas......

I was with HS-7 on board Sara for the '71 Med.and '72-'73 Wespac cruises.My cruise book is something that I look at very often just tosee all those young men and wonder how the years went by so quickly.Not all of those memories are pleasant but they will be with me always,the good and the bad.If there are any old HS-7 mates who are interested in a reunion,we will be getting together in Quonset Pt,Oct.12-13-14 2001,the exact location hasn't been decided on yet.Contact me if your interested this includes officers.

I served on the Sara, Nov '71 thru Apr '73 in S-7 Division during first and only trip to Tonkin Gulf. Looking to hear from anyone who served with me. Thirty years goes by fast. All you guys from Pennsylvania, give me a line back.

I served Nov-71 til Apr-75 on CVA-60 at Yankee Station, Vietnam, then Portsmouth shipyard and finally a med cruise on CV-60. My father was Chief Electrician's Mate Steve Cabaday who served aboard both CV-3 and CVA-60 and was also a plank owner on CVA-60. I was assigned to X-division. Any of you guys out there? Please reply.

1977-1979 Tractor King and Yellow Shirt looking anyone who was a roof rat in V1 Div. during that time 904-777-0189

I served on Sara fr73-76 in 3mmr. would love to hear from all you old snipes

EW2 Bill Spurgeon (Sponge) OW Division Sept '77-(EOS)Sept ' 80, Looking for old friends, LtCdr Ken Walling, Van Earl Smith, Dan Davis from OE, Tom Schwegman (Bear), Richard Cummingham (PC), Tom Reutzel (TJ), Bill Reese. Mail me, let's get together....

Served on the sara during Bicenntenial Med Cruise.S-2 Div.Would like to hear from any old shipmates.Think back alot about the good ole days.Back then as a young kid didn't think they were all so good,but age sure changes the way of thinking

To any personnel in E-Div. mid 70's drop a line will ya!!!!

to all my buddies on the SUPERSARA. I was on board from oct. 1974 to june 1978. div. weapons dept. Was there for ll three med cruises 74-74,76,77. Miss the ship and all the friends. Great time and smooth sailing to all. If you remember me drop me a line. See ya at the next reunion.

Looking for Bob Bates (Robert F. Bates AW1) OX DIvision "74 to "75 CV 60.

Just wanted to say it's great seeing that one of my old commands is still remembered....Served onboard from Dec 77- June 81... Repair division, pipe shop, door n hatch, AFFF shop, Co2 shop. been there done that... Just finished my 20...

e-division ships company 1977 to 1981. ready to trade old stories drop me a line

HEY EVERYONE, I WAS ABOARD THE SARATOGA FROM 1974 TO 1977 FIREMAN 2ND CLASS, TO MUCH DRINKING AND CARRYING ON AS A 17 YEAR OLD. IWISH I HAD ADVANCED FURTHER. ANYONE KNOW A BOB SOUSA FROM LOWELL MA. HAVE HIM E- MAIL ME THANKS

So much to say... 1. Thanks for this tremendous site, you guys are incredible. 2. Thanks to the Saratoga, my first U.S.Navy family, changed my life 3. Thanks to all the SARA family members who also think she was the finest the Navy had to offer, and made her that way. 4. Thanks to all that worked so hard to save her as a museum. I live only 1 hour from her resting spot, in Newport RI, but I haven't built up the nerve to see her, YET I served onboard from November 79 (in the mud) till just before her departure from SLEP

I was in S-3 division(Shipserviceman) from 1977-1979. Went on two med. cruises, Retired 10-01-94 as SH1(SW) and went to University of Nebraska -Lincoln and received a Political Science degree. I now work for the Navy as an Acquistion Logistics Analysist at NAVAIRSYSCOM HQ Patuxent River Maryland. Would like to hear from old shipmates and catch up. thanks Bill Davis

It is tough to get old. I was in Dental, 70-71. It turned out to be a significant part of my life. I have wanted to talk to a few people again. Like J. Atamins my first karate teacher, and still the best: And Jim Wilkinson among others. It is a shame what they have done to the Navy the last few years.
Steve Denoo <

Greetings shipmates. Served 75 - 79 in CVIC and SUPRAD. Same time as Scott Whipkey - but I don't remember meeting him. How many of you folks remember our Sailing Club? The Flying Jrs - etc. By the way, all three of my cruise books were lost/stolen during PCS shipment. If anyone knows were I can get replacments, please contact me. And, if any old Sara men happen thorough Lincoln County NM (Billy the Kid country), stop in for some Navy coffee. (I did find two old shipmates at a rodeo here a couple of years ago.) Stay well and God bless you all.

I served in AIMD, IM3-Shop 6 (Ship's Company) from 1977-1980. Did most of three Med cruises and look back (NOW) on all three with fond memories. Would like to hear from anyone that I served with onboard.

looking for shipmates that served in Bdiv. from 77-81

I served aboard the Saratoga from 1971 to 1975. Was a part of the 71 Med cruise, the 72/73 Tonking Gulf Cruise and the 74/75 Med Cruise. The majority of my time aboard Sara was served in V-5 Division, ship's company.

1972 WestPac cruise : looking for anyone with photos of VF-31 and -103's F-4s. Needed for an upcoming book on Navy MiG killers of the Vietnam War.

Stationed on board Sara the second time as CWO from 78-79. Second tour was much more enjoyable than the first.

Served as AT troubleshooter in VF-103 74-77, did 74-75 and 76 med cruises. There was nothing more exciting than staring down the afterburner of an F4j at launch, watching for the hol-back to break and then seeing how far up the JBD the thrust would send you. Looking for any other T/S's or plane captains that served with me from VF-103 or our sister squadron VF-31.

Onboard from June 1973 until January 1976. OE Division.

CR Div 76-80.....Just found this site again...Boy those were the days...Remember the ammo offload and the big strorm?? Ahhh and the days on the antenna crew. Wold like to hear from anyone around that time....Smooth sailing

Served in S-6, ships company on '78-'79 & '80 Med Cruises. Left a few months after arrival in Philly Yards. Great site! Would like to re-connect with Rusty Price & Marc Redon and others who I served with.

Did two tours. Ships company, IM-1 Div from 12/70 to 7/75 and with VF-103 from 4/79 to 4/82. Like I could not get enough of the place. Not all that bad as I recall, especially Jax Beach. Enjoyed Top of the Tides ect. Best job was on the roof as maintenance chief.

Served on Sara 1977 to 1979, G Division, Was onboard during refueling accident in 1978. Repairs were done in Palermo, Sicily. Would love to hear from any shipmates.

Greetings Shipmates, Anybody out there who served with VAW123 on Vietnam,WESTPAC cruise 1972 1973. How about dropping a line and let me know your still around. So far have not heard from anyone Please Write AE3 Rick Birnbaum

served from 1979-1980

Served on board from June 1970 through December 1973. Assigned to V-2 Division, Waist Catapults serving virtually every billet from Chronograph Operator to Flight Operations to Waist Catapult Chief. Attained the rank of Aviation Boatswain's Mate Second Class. The best part of being in the Navy was meeting and working with some very good people over the years.

WEAPONS Officer, 10/73-04/75

Served aboard the SARA from Sept. 76 till Jan. 78, AIMD IM-1 Div. Did the 77 med cruise great time, great friends. Along time ago, but just yesterday in the mind.

I was aboard Sara from '72 to '73 with VA-75. She was and will always be a "Proud Lady!"

It seems like yesterday when I was ships company with S-6 for the 78-79 and '80 cruises. Can anyone beat Barcelona and Palma in the summer? Great & challenging times, but my time & choices nontheless. Turns out that hitch had a big impact on my life-back to school in '82, stayed in the reserves, and convinced a new college grad and prospective Navy Nurse to skip it & marry me. Like to hear from old shipmates.

What the hell happened to all you guys in A-DIV. Would love to hear from most of you

Served in Communications Div (transmitters 0-3 level and UHF 0-10 level) 1971-1973. Med Cruise and WestPac Cruise.

I served from 1973-75 in E-div. Bruce Cross, If you see this message drop me a line. Anybody else that sees' this that was there, drop a line also.

Served on the Sara from 12/71 to 6/72. Was in sidecleaning until we left for Viet Nam, was 1 of 2 who volunteered to become a barber and was there until I left after we pulled out of Longapo. Looking for anyone that might remember me.

I served on the "Sara" from '76- '81. It was a privileged to have serve on the "Lady".I made 3 Med. And I have many fond memories of those times. I am so glad the the "Sara" is going to get a resting place where I and all my shipmates can see her again. I am looking forward to visit the "Lady" when the park opens this summer. I hope to run into some of my Friends and shipmates.

I AM LOOKING FOR ANY SHIPMATES WHO SERVED IN S-5 FROM 78'-80'. I WORKED MAINLY IN SANDWICH MESS FOR THE OFFICERS AT NIGHT.I WAS T.A.D.FROM VS-22.IT WOULD BE GREAT TO HEAR FROM SOME OF YOU GUYS.
JOHN HEBERT <

I was on board during the Vietnam cruise in 1972 and 1973 and was S-1 division. Just wanted to say hi to anyone who remembers me. If anyone has anything to say, drop me a line.
Hernandez, Manuel AK/3 <

I served on the Saratoga during the years of 1973 to 1975 working on the Flight Deck as a red shirt (Crash & Salvage) I would like to hear from someone who knew me.

I was on Sara's flight deck almost every day from 3/77 till 8/79. I worked in flt. deck control and ran the elevators. Would love to talk to Randy, Hunnycut,Stan Turner or any of you crazy guys from back then. So drop me a line.

Looking for snipes from 2AUX during 75-76

Hey Shipmates I served on CV60 from Nov 73 to Dec76 did all my time on Sara in 3MMR B-Div would love to here from any of you old hole snipes Even from some of those Cat BT's. Iwas on her from Gitmo thru the 76 Med cruise. I was standing top watch when central control called down & said the look-outs report 30' flames coming out the stacks that was one of the best oh sh_ts we had. Looking for Kimble, Burr, Booth, Medlock, Reid,Popeye&Nothing,Rudabaker,Crazy Freddie Mickey Crowe, Fair winds to all

IM-1 Div from 70 to 75. Loved the liberty in Mayport, especially the Top of the Tides on Sunday nights, and Bo's Reef/Crow Bar. VF 103 from 79 to 82. Still lots of fun but harder to dance.

would like to here from all Marines on Board from 1971--1973

Served Sara from about 70-72. I remember the Med Cruises and Tonkin Gulf quite well, but after 30 years remembering names is a bit more difficult. I'm interested in some of the young folk that worked for me in the Captain's Office just to see how well their careers have done. Very good site. I served on 3 ships: USS WISCONSIN (BB-64), USS DES MOINES (CA-134), and USS SARATOGA (CVA-60/CV-60). I remember the SARATOGA the best because that's when I finally matured and understood whaq life was all about. That was also when I made Chief Petty Officer!!!!

Served in H Division 73 to 76

Served on Sara 1971 med cruise was attached to an air squadron I believe VF104.(yellow arrow for logo)Commissarymen 3rd class.If anyone can give me more info on this squadron thanks.

I was wondering if anyone knows ware Gerald A Patterson is . Mosy people called him Jerry or Pat . He was stationed on The Saratoga and was attached to CV60 01 DEV in the years 1978/79 Maggie

OPS division, Radar Shop '70 to '74. Two full Med Cruises and the trip to Nam and back. Quite a time.

served aboard june 73' to jan 75 left in the middle of the med cruise. was 3rd class electricians mate in e-division like to hear from anyone in e-division looking for a few guys wink branch, jew schecter, tom nauman, tom edwards. great website

On board 74-77. first attached as electrician for jet engine test cell then transferred to electric shop, im3 shop3 if i remember right. batteries generators and all. Hey Scott, good to see you're still hanging around. Just wanted to say hey all.

looking for shipmates that served on cv-60 from 77-81

Served in Sara as BM2 in 4th div. in 78-80, during slep I split toured off to Lamoure County LST1194, retired in 99 after 29 years as CW03 Bos'n, living in ALabama and enjoying our 10 acre farmette, looking for BM2 Wisecup and Chester.

1970-72 - I was aboard Sara for one med cruise where we took on water in Athens, and her first Pacific Cruise to the Gulf of Tonkin during Vietnam. Worked as AK3 in the Air Office and tower. Looking for all my shipmates, both officers and enlisted. Larry Knowles, where are you?

served aboard sara 70-72. worked in dc shop wills white was our first class.would like to find some of my old friends.rod mcmasters jack yaffee.bill larson. if your out there let me know would like to see you guys again.long live sara

Served from '73 to '75 in E-div. Anybody from that time frame in the group drop a line and swap stories.

worked in Fly one Med cruise 74 and crash and salvage Med cruise 76.

I served on Sara from Feb 70- Mar 72, I was in 1st & 2nd divisions. My LPOs were BM1 Reynolds, & BM1 Walton. I remember the Med cruise that we flooded #3 engine room, that wasnt any fun. Still I Have many happy memories from those days. I would like to hear from old shipmates as the salt still flows through my veins. BM2 Vernon Carter

I was on Sara for the 71 med cruise came on with an air squadron I beleave vh104.Being a cook I didn't spend much time with the squadron but would like to now more about them know.I beleave their insignia was a yellow or orange arrow.Can anyone help me out.

VA-105 Gunslingers, CVW-3, 1978 to 1980 made 2 meds and all the workups during the time frame

Served from January 1975 through April 1976 in H-Devision on the Sara. Any Corpsman out there who served with me? Would live to hear from you. Jack

Hello: I was onboard from 1977 to 1980 just before the ship went into Philly. I worked the Gear. I was wondering if any of my old comrades were still out there and remember me. Charlie P.

Well, hello again. Incase you all don't remember, which most of you probably don't, I was onboard from Jan75-Jun79. I am writing to let everyone know that after more than 20 years, I am now the PROUD owner of a 78-79 Cruise book. I had ordered one but left before I could get it. I left a forwarding address, but it never came. I would just like to thank Marty Morgan for helping me out. I looked through the book and saw things that brought back memeories. Even some things I didn't remember. Too many trips to Texas Jack's I guess. Well, see you all around. I am still waiting for the Museum to open.

served on the super 60 from dixie, from 1970 to 1973 as BT1 in charge of #4 mmr made the short notice nam. cruise and was in #4 mmr when the big fire in #2mmr broke out, would love to hear from any of the snipe crew from that era, specially from any B-DIV people, retired as chief in JAN 1980. good luck to all ex sara sailors.

Served aboard from 1979 to 1983. Worked in 2MMR & the ACC Lab
BT1 A J Waters <

looking for anyone from VS-22,77-81,served in S-5 while at sea.would love to talk about the old days.

Served on the Sara from 72-75 and I am looking for a shipmate who was recently reported missing by his wife. His name is Mike Hanka. If anyone has seen him or knows how to contact him please notify me. He is not in any trouble but the North Carolina police hhave him listed as missing. He has been a good friend who I have remained in contact with for many years so any help would be appreciated.

I served on the great Saratoga during the years of 73-75 working on the flight deck with the Crash & Salvage team. I went through that Cuba shakedown cruise after the Portsmith Drydock Phase. I remembered all the drills and drills during that time. , that Air Boss was a real pain in the you know where. I remembered that Cuba was so hot during our stay, that the only place that had good air conditioning was in our Crash Station on the Island on the flight deck. My wife and I are going to take our vacation in Newport, RI in Oct. of this year. I'm going to take her to Quonset Point where I was stationed befor I got my orders to the Sara, and I'll even see Sara there too! If anyone remembers the guy with that new Harley-Davidson motorcycle during that time, that's me!

I served aboard CV-60 in V-1 Division from 1974-1978.Captains Dunn & Martin were the C.O.'s then.Looking forward to seeing the Sara in Rhode Island.Have been on 4 Med. Cruises, I've got to say that serving aboard the Sara were the best years in my entire life,If I had to do over again I would certainly do it all over again. David Michaud was a great freind and shipmate, we sure had some good times with some great gal's in Jax Beach. Those were the day's.

I SERVED PROUDLY IN THE YEARS 71,72,73. SERVED IN VIETNAM. MY SON SERVED ABOARD SUPER SARA TWENTY YEARS LATER WITH DUTY IN DESERT STORM.
BRUCE L. HOOPER <

Was just checking to see when the Sara pulled into Genoa, Italy in 1971

I served with VAW-123 on three Med's on the Sara. Looking for the guys that served from '77-80 with the Hawkeyes. It would great to hear from you.

I was aboard the USS Saratoga from Mar 1978 to Jul 1982. I worked for the Chaplains Dept while aboard the Saratoga. The Chaplains aboard her are Chaplain John J. Bevins, Chaplain Philip D. Anderson, Chaplain Edward A. Roberts. The Skipper of the Saratoga when I first got on board was Captain E. H. Martin and the XO was Cdr. D. V. Boecker. When Capt. Martin left our new Skipper was Capt. James H. Flatley, III. I have a picture of each Chaplain and CO and XO that was aboard the Saratoga while I was aboard her. Could you please send me the information about the Saratoga reunion. I am very much interested in attending this year and if I can't maybe I can make it next year. By the way I am looking for Three shipmates that worked in the Chaplains Office their names are Dave Millard, Larry Schoene, Brad Linnenbank.

Would like to know the exact dates we were in Genoa, Italy in the summer of 1971

Was a SM3 on the Sara from Oct 70 to Nov 71.

Hello shipmates! I served aboard Sara CV-60 from 1976-1980 in the 3rd division deck dept. Bos'nmate 3rd class. My alias was "homey domey." Looking for all the old guys that served then. Anyone still alive? Looking for Simon Trahan, John Van Engelen, Ed ward Fain, Tom Apgar, send me an e-mail

Great Ship...NOT Working 12 hour shifts, while underway, and cooking for 5,000 people a meal, 4x a day sucked! But greaT friendships were made between 78-80 in S-5 & S-2 divisions. Drop a line from time to time (-:

served in 5th division,weapons dept. 71-73 before they took the guns off.Like to hear from anyone from that time.Made med. cruise and vietnam

served from 75 to 79 VA-75

ONBOARD SARA 71-73 MED CRUISE AND NAM 5TH DIVISION GUNS LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE FROM THAT TIME

I was in the w/c and a/g in V-2 div from 73-77. Looking for my #1 homeboy J.R. or my V-1 buddy Otto and all the rest of you great guys I had the privlige to sail with.

Served from Jan. 1975 till Nov. 1975 in the carpentry shop

I served on the Sara from 1976 to 1979, first in "G" Div. & later in the Captain's Office. It would be great to be in contact with old shipmates; what a great experience!!

I'm looking for a 1971 Cruise Book. If anyone has one for sale, please contact me. Smooth sailing to all the Sara's Ships Company, Air Wing and lets not forget our Marine Detachment.

I served on the Saratoga from January 1970 until April 1971 in "R" Division as a DC-3. Just wanted to see if any other shipmates are logged on to this site. Contact me if you know of or were aboard during this time.

Was assigned to VAW123 on the Sara Med cruise 71 and West Pac. 72. Left to be discharged Dec. 72. Worked the flight deck as Troubleshooter/safety man. I still remember running around those props and ducking the exhaust from those E2"s. Anybody from Vaw123 would like to hear from you. Memories starting to get fuzzy but it was a great time.

V-2 Div Waist Cats 73-77 Just reading some of the comments from shipmates who served on Sara from all eras makes me even prouder to have served on her and with such great shipmates. What wonderful memories. Was the best time in my life.

I was on Sara CVA60 for a med cruise in the early 70's. Looking for anyone in my former squardron.

Served proudley aboard the United States Ship Saratoga CV-60 from 1974-1978.For all who serve I wish for them strong winds and clear seas.For control of the seas is the power of the world.

Looking for all H-Division Corpsman for period 1972 through 1974. Together with Joe Palmer trying to see where we all went.

Hey, Docs, J. Hogan Minot and I are looking for all you H-Div Corpsmen, doctors and strikers from 1972-1976. We're planning to do a newsletter if we find enough of the old crew to make it worth it. We've already got a decent start. Fair winds and following seas to you all, wherever you may be.

What's up, Docs? J. Hogan Minot and I are looking for all the H-Div corpsman who served aboard the Sara from 1974-1976. We know where some are: Guerra, Carver, Reller, Dunsworth, Bailey, Moebus, to name a few. Let' sget back together one more time and have a party. We're also thinking of doing an H-Div newsletter. Get in touch with us. Don't let all these airedales and other squids outdo us.

Served on board Super Sara (CV-60) from 1979 - 1983 were I left her in the yards of Philadelphia to be stationed at AGIS Combat System Command in Moorestown, NJ. I have many memories of a lot of great people; “The Sara Team” Med Cruise ’80 was the greatest! I think many of us could say, we grew up to become men while serving onboard her, Thank you Sara for bring all of us back home safely so many times! God bless us all! Would love to here back from anyone who may have cross paths. Great times in Mayport. I was there back on September 10th for work, (National Sales Manager) and I was able to talk my way onboard the base. I stood where Sara was docked, (Now USS KENNEDY), for what must have been at least two hours. Great memories came to mind. The enlisted brake room is still there, across the parking lot. YN3 Robert H. Query

HELLO SHIPMATES,LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED ABOARD THE SARA IN AIMD, FROM 1974 TO 1976.I'M GLAD THAT,THE SARA IS NOT GOING TO BE SCRAPED.I REALLY ENJOY THIS SITE. MIKE MARTIN IF YOU HAVE A COMPUTER,SEND ME AN E-MAIL,I'D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU, GOOD LUCK TO ALL,DURING OUR TIME OF WAR.AND GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE SERVICE PERSONNELL OVER SEAS

In VA-37 '77-'81.Did two Med Cruises on the "Sinkin' Sara"Any ex "Bulls" out there?

I made 3 med cruises (77, 78-79 and 80) I work in V-2 A/G ran the # 3 engine and was maintence PO during last year. Looking for anyone who worked the gear from 77 to 80.

I served on the "Super Sara" from 73-77 in V-2 Div (Cats and Gear) and made the 74 & 76 Med Cruises. My time on the Sara was some of the best times of my life. All the places we went to and all the GREAT FRIENDS I made. What a way to grow up for a 17 year old kid. I thank all my friends for great memories and of course that wonderful "lady" Sara for bringing me home safely. Any of you old V-2 guys I served with, please e-mail me. Smooth Sailing. Dragonz2th@hotmail.com

Missed the reunion, again. Maby next year. Was in IM1 from 70 to 75. Looking for Brady or Cosner.

Served onboard November77-Oct 81. Two and a quarter Med cruises,SLEP as yeoman in Weapons Department office. Rear Admiral Flatley was one of the finest commanders I had the privilege to serve under. I talked him into autographing a photo of the SARA for me, hangs proudly in my study. I remember Marty Morgan playing the guitar in Weapons Office. I also remember processing literally thousands of ship's ID cards since the Weapons Department was also in charge of physical security. In the words of Captain Flatley, "Make it happen!"

I served aboard the SARA from 1970 - 72, a couple med crusies. V-1 division, chalked and tied, drove a tractor and worked my btt off on the flight deck. Looking for anyone there at that time.

I served on the great Sara from 1972 to 1975 at Crash & Salvage. Being on the Saratoga was one of my best years of my life.

Onboard 75-77 A-Gang, A.C+R shop

Miss the days at Jax Beach and serving with the best shipmates the Navy had to offer in the Operations Department (79-83. Goob, were the hell are ya? LCDR Holmes, I am ready to talk a flight on the C-1 for a mail run. Lt Lucero, the best ATO Officer Sara ever had! I worked in the Admin Office (OPeration Department) during the 80' MED deployment. Love to hear from the many shipmates that I have meet during those great times. And remeber what Capt. James H. Flatley, III said "SARATOGA SPIRT, MAKES IT HAPPEN"!

Looking for an old friend Jim Wilkie. Served with me in 70-71 VA-75 AIMD. Last known on the west coast.

I servered with VA-105 (Gunslingers) as an AZ3. Was aboard for the '71 North Atlantic/Med cruise and the '72 - '73 WESTPAC cruise. Anyone remember sinking to the bottom of Athens harbor when Sara lost a shaft seal? How about the fire in Singapore? Many, many great memories of fantastic ports and friends. The Daphnie Wine Festival in Athens, Corfu, Palma, Cannes, Genova, Olongapo (too many times into that one!) The Shellback initiation(s) One of 5,000 + Plank Holders in the CV concept. Anyone else 'surf' the bow nets? I treasure my time aboard the finest fighting ship the Navy ever set afloat. Any other former Gunslingers out there?

M Division, then P1 division 73-75 worked in 4main

Hello to all my old(& you guys are really getting old now)buddies I served with on Sara from73 thru 76 have a GREAT CHRISTMAS & a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR. ........p.s. for any of you snipes who worked in 3MMR that would like to e-mail me that ATT/excite bankruptcy deal affected my e-mail so my new address is jcdmreed@attbi.com

Served on Sara '72,'73,and'74.Was Crash & Salvage Officer (AIR BOSN).Many fond memories and many not so fond.

hey folks anyone remember me?i was a corpsman sticker aboard the sara in the early 70s and i got snet to deck divison for a while,where i got hurt from a fall from a ladder.trying to find ric smith who also was in deck divison for a while and skip capaldi bm 2nd class.can anyone help me? i loved the sara until we pulled into portsmouth naval yards.i didnt like yard birds at all.i had a first class name mathews who was a fleet boxing champ.those were some good times and i miss alot of friends whose names are starting to come back to me now.anyone at all remembers me please email me.thanks guys.god bless.keith.

There are still a lot of you former VAH & RVAH personel that havent signed up yet, for the Saratoga Reunion assn.You need to do that now and place your names on the master mailing list. All of you other Air Department personel and deck apes need to sign up too. Lets see if we can top, 300 new memberships this year 2002. Who will be the first name i list as a new Saratoga Reunion Assn member. John D. Brandman NAS Albany GA, 1969-1973. Home of the RA5C Vigilante/ RVAH-1 Smoking Tigers.

Served on the Sara 1974-1977 in the weapons department.

Wishing health & happiness to fellow shipmates during this Christmas season & safe operations to those on active duty. Ron Gitkos

Searved 68-70 G-Div Bomb pusher/Mag Rat. Philly,was on fire watch in dry dock. Bob Hope/C.S./GOLD DIGGERS/Nixon- I'm still building bombs in my head from his visit. Spain/Grease/ Malta/Italy/ Chipping,Chipping paint. Had a great time though.
George Pylant <gpylant@massasoit.massedu>
Plymouth, Ma USA - Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 13:00:37 (CST)

Searved 68-70 G-Div Bomb elevators/mag rat/Bomb pusher Bob Hope/ Gold Diggers! Still brings a smile to my face. Malta/Grease/Spain/Nixon. I'm still building bombs for the Nixon visit in my head. Philly, I had the fire watch in the dry dock. I'm looking forward to seeing her in RI.
George Pylant <gpylant@massasoit.massedu>
Plymouth, Ma USA - Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 12:41:34 (CST)

I served on the U.S.S. Saratoga CV-60 during the late 50's and early 60's. I was in heavy bombers squadron VAH9.I was a parachute rigger in the squadron. I am trying to locate a fellow shipmate who was in my squadron named Timothy Buckley.Please e-mail me if anyone knows of his whereabouts. Thank You.
Ronald S. Kulig <jerseyjo@verizon.net>
Union City, N.J. USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 15:22:04 (CST)

Well i served on board from 1962 to 1966 worked in mr1-2-3 as Bt2 sure enjoyed myself hope to hear from some of you anybody heard from John Valles from Calf.was freinds with him made many Med cruises and cubain crisis keep up the good work guys and gals my application is on the way thanks
Ray Marcil Jr. <rlm1942@aol.com rlm1942@msn.com>
Chicopee , ma USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 09:47:03 (CST)

CIC 67-69
Charles Peterson <petersonchas@hotmail.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 07:16:01 (CST)

Served onboard Super Sara from 88 to 91. Did most of my time in the Personnel Office, spent a few months TAD to the Ship's Security Force and also the Career Counselor's Office. Had lot's of fun on the Darby and even more fun underway - despite the ferry incident in Haifa. Hoping to hear from some shipmates soon!
Steven Miller <lionplastics@aol.com>
Ramsey, NJ USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 03:21:08 (CST)

Served onboard from early 1981 to late 1984. Was with two other IM2's in the typewritter/copier repair shop out of the Supply Division. I have great memories of the shipmate's and look forward in hearing from some of them.
IM2 Mark A. Duran <pdmduran@hotmail.com>
Pueblo, CO USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 17:38:19 (CST)

Hay if any of you remember any of the guys from VA35 from Jacksonville Florida back in the early 60's or you are one of these people please email me as we are looking for friends from then for a reunion. Some have been found but we do not know home states of others. If you could help us in any way please do. Thanks BJ
Friend <brendajoa@yahoo.com>
Marietta, Ohio USA - Sunday, February 24, 2002 at 23:04:29 (CST)

Groovy dude (dudette). Everything is relative. Correct?
Catherine Lake
Los Angeles, CA USA - Sunday, February 24, 2002 at 15:05:32 (CST)

I haven't posted a message here in quite sometime, but I do come back and read the log entries from time to time. Probably 75% of the entries are shipmates looking for former shipmates. We have 3000+ members and the first place to look is within the Association. A $10 membership dues is all that's required to become a member of the largest carrier Association in the country, and a lot of you will find the shipmates you're looking for within our group. As an added bonus, if you chose to attend one of the reunions, you'll keep coming back. So come on, the "Grand Lady of the Sixth Fleet" needs YOU.
Brad Senter CVA-60 1961-64 <BradSenter@Prodigy.Net>
Texas City, TX USA - Sunday, February 24, 2002 at 14:35:08 (CST)

was plank member of first crew , commissioned cva-60
edward w. ringer <lringer@velocity.net>
grangeville, id USA - Saturday, February 23, 2002 at 00:00:44 (CST)

Thanks for all the memories.
ABEAA Tim Carpenter
Apache Junction, AZ USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 12:33:03 (CST)

Served on the Sara 78-79 in the Weapons Dept, G-3 and Armory. Looking for Daniel "Red" Hollen or anyone else who was aboard then.
Marty Morgan <martymorgan@mindspring.com>
Opelika, AL USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2002 at 22:07:37 (CST)

Was on the Sara 1972-75 G Div. Had some really great times with my shipmates. Hope your all doing well !!!!! Where have all these years gone? Robin Fowler if your out there drop me a line.
Joseph A .Panunzio <Dentecjap@aol.com>
Trucksville, PA USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2002 at 21:26:48 (CST)

MY husband served on the Sara from July 1957 to April 1958, he was so proud to have served on her and talked of his time on her often. He passed away in 1999, if anyone re- members him I would appreciate hearing from you. Thank You Caroline Paull C.paull@stxnet.com
John W Paull (Red) <C.paull@stxnet>com>
Cleveland, Oh USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2002 at 21:04:59 (CST)

Looking for Dave (Willie) Williams and all my other WT brothers that I served with from '84 to '90.
NC1/WT1 John Deal <jdeal@nsmayport.spear.navy.mil>
Mayport, fl USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2002 at 14:28:45 (CST)

Again and again. You all are looking for your lost shipmates or beach buddys or just your best friends. One of the perks of Saratoga Assn, membership is. We print up a membership directory, listing all Assn members. It is updated each year with the NEW members, changes of address and soo on. Sorry but this book only goes out to current due paying memberships. It's the biggest expence we have each year other than the reunion in Oct each year.If your not listed in the membership directory, maby your shipmate is. You wont know that till you join up one more time!! You will also receive two other U.S. Mailings to help keep you informed as to what is going on and how to take part in the main events. All you have to do is fill out the membership form and U.S.Mail it to me. My address is at the bottom of the form. Just click and print. Can it get any easier than that??? MAKE IT SOOOO. Dont forget to visit www.usssaratoga.org give till it hurts!!!!
AMH-2 Sect/Treas John D. Brandman <cva360@aol.com>
Allen, TX USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2002 at 09:10:48 (CST)

Worked in the supply office, Known as Tickle, did alot of favors for all of you supply department guys. Worked under Cmdr Sherman, Cdmr Reed and Capt Finick, SKC Bass and SK1 Bigelow. Miss all of you.
SK3 Jack A. Tickle <jathkync@hotmail.com>
Hickory, NX USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 22:30:19 (CST)

Miss you guys
SK3 Jack A. Tickle <jathkync@hotmail.com>
Hickory, NX USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 22:27:45 (CST)

I was in vf-103 the 84 cruse i worked at aimd, the 85-86 cruse squdron level in the paraloft
pr3 tom tilton <ttilton@mediaone.net>
raymond, nh USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 18:59:34 (CST)

I was in vf-103 the 84 cruse i worked at aimd, the 85-86 cruse squdron level
pr3 tom tilton <ttilton@mediaone.net>
raymond, nh USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 18:56:16 (CST)

Served aboard Saratoga from 1965-1969 ( Missile Shop)
Lonnie Joe Granger AO1 <Jgranger567cs.com>
Dadeville, al USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 14:44:39 (CST)

Agaom I'd love to hear from any of my surviving shipmates from the first division of Saratoga from 42-45... particularly Glenn Neal Townsend a great friend and liberty buddy. Steve Lamkin 930- 872-0888 in Paradise, CA
Steve Lamkin <bmbell3@Juno.com>
:aradkse, California USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 02:07:24 (CST)

There's so much we'd like to know about the ship we served in during WWII. I served in 1st Division 42-45 under Bowtswain's Mate 1;C Robby Roberts. There's many shipmates I'd like to hear from. Particularly any from the 1st division. Like Glenn Neal Townsend one of my best friends while in service. Please contact me at bmbell3@Juno.com.. Or write to me at : Steve Lamkin 1725 Eden Roc Drive Paradise, CA 95969 Or phone me at 530-872-0888
Steve Lamkin, SEA `1/C <bmbell3@Juno.com>
Paradise , CA USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 02:00:24 (CST)

I SERVED ABOARD SARA FROM 1983 TO 1986 CRASH AND SALVAGE THE ONLY V TO BE V-1 SURE LOVE TO HERE FROM SOMEONE OR ANYONE YOU ARE IN CONTACT WITH.
ABH3 KELLY WURTH <kbjwurth@bmtc.net>
beresford, SD USA - Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 09:28:53 (CST)

William J Wilson Served on the Saratoga from 1966 to 1969. BT 1 worked in MR1 Would like to hear from anyone who worked in the boiler and machinery room during that time. I re entered this message because my email has changed. Still looking forward to hearing from some shipmates.
William J Wilson <wlsonca48@earthlink.net>
West Terre Haute, IN USA - Friday, February 15, 2002 at 21:59:06 (CST)

greetings to all my shipmates. hope all is well the other day i came across a 1962 great lakes boot camp book and i was wondering if any body could use it. Ae3 RICHARD BIRNBAUM VAW 123 1972-1973
richard birnbaum <bigman navyvet>
jax, fla. USA - Friday, February 15, 2002 at 19:30:46 (CST)

Can't believe the former crew members of Sara aren't donating to keep her afloat!If we don't get Her set up ;who will?Cmon guys,dig deep and help out. R.G. V-2-Gear-72-73
ABE-3 Ron Gitkos
Exeter, pa USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 22:59:54 (CST)

Served in Personnel Office '87-'90. Just looking for old shipmates.
Thom Kocher <kocher@stargate.net>
Sandy Lake, PA USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 20:06:03 (CST)

Here is more Saratoga Assn, NEW Shipmates. Jerry J. & JoAnn, Battista. CV60 73-74 B Div//Larry D. & Harue, Lundstrom CVA60 59-63 M Div// Patrick A. & Carol J. Cofield. CV60 93-94 G-1 Div Armory. Welcome Aboard.!!
AMH-2 //Sect/Treas John D.Brandman <cva360@aol.com>
Allen, TX USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 18:59:13 (CST)

have e mail address this time. would like to hear from shipmates.
david c middleton gmm om div <dcharles138351@yahoo.com>
lexington, tn USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 10:20:53 (CST)

SERVED ABOARD FROM 1962 TO 1964
JACKIE W. NOFFSINGER <HILLBILLY PAPAW @AOL.COM>
RED HOUSE, WV USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 19:44:50 (CST)

Great web site enjoyed the visit. I Am searching for Great Lake's Boot Camp Company 82 in 1961. I know we all seperated but some must be in ship's rewunion's.
JIMMIE HARP <childsart@aol.com>
rainbow city, al USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 19:25:14 (CST)

trying teach this old dog how to run this machine
george bierwirth hm2 h division <howe47>
pompano bch , fla USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 17:24:18 (CST)

Plank owner OI div. 56 to 59
Herb Golder <cva60rd2@comcast.net>
Baltimore, MD USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 16:23:20 (CST)

I am still trying to locate Lloyd Brown for a shipmate Phil Johnson. He said Lloyd was from the San Francisco area. He served aboard the Sara the same time we did 44-46. He will appreciate any help and I will pass it on.
Ralph J. Thissen <rnthissen@webtv.net>
Mered, Ca. USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 20:02:50 (CST)

Great web site enjoyed the visit. I Am searching for Great Lake's Boot Camp Company 259 In June of 1962. I know we all seperated but some must be in ship's rewunion's. I went to the U.S.S. Grand Canyon A.D. 28 and then two tin can's. Regard's, Jim
JIM DONOHUE <boilermanjjd@cs.com>
Palm Harbor, , FL. USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 16:04:00 (CST)

I would love to locate some of my old shipmates I have made contact with B G Wylie in TExas but would expecially like to hear from one Glen Neal Townsend. I believe that his his home state was Illinois. Glen if you're out their write to me or call. Steve Lamkin 1725 Eden Roc Drive Paradise, CA 95969 530-872-0888 Steve Lamkin
Steve Lamkin, SEA 1/c 1sr Div 1942-45 <bmbell3@jUNO.COM>
Paradise , CA USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 02:00:34 (CST)

Served on CV-3 from 1943 - 1945. Love to hear from any shipmates. Robert Torrez
Robert Torrez <ochole8@aol.com>
Corona, CA USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 18:40:44 (CST)

Looking for some shipmates from s-3 div. from 86-87
SH3 Brian Olear <brianolear@budweiser.com>
Snowflake, AZ USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 11:20:02 (CST)

I was aboard the Sara '62, '63 & '64. Enjoyed the Med cruise of '63 and also was aboard for the Cuban Missile crisis. Was assigned to 4th Division (boats) and also helped out in the Deck Office. Proud to have served in the U.S. Navy and on the Sara.
Harry Braafhart <harry.braafhart@ilot.state.ia.us>
Pleasant Hill, IA USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 10:27:41 (CST)

Two more new Saratoga Assn members for the ships roster. Billy J. & Marilyn, McDonald CVA60 56-57 V-5 Div P/O// Gaylin E. & Stacy, Kinsey CV60 77-80 OE Div. Looks great for the year as far as memberships. I will be heading up to Deerborn MI at the end of the month.Will be talking to the local hotels for the 2003 reunion.If you havent signed up yet , get it started and finished. Then place it in the U.S Mail to me ASAP. Thats all for now!!!
AMH-2//Sect/Treas John D. Brandman <cva360@aol.com>
Allen, TX USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 09:53:48 (CST)

I am still trying to help my friend Phil Johnson find his buddy Lloyd Brown who served with him/us on the Sara 44/46. Lloyd lived in the San Francisco bay area. Anyone know anything about Lloyd please pass on this information and I'll pass it on to Phil who lives in Florida now.Thanks
Ralph John Thissen <rnthissen@webtv.net>
Merced, Ca. USA - Sunday, February 10, 2002 at 08:19:58 (CST)

Serve aboard The Sara during two Med cruises and a few carrier quals as a member of Helicopter Combat Support Squadron Two (HC-2).
Larry A. Potton <lpotton@pressenter.com>
River Falls, Wi USA - Saturday, February 09, 2002 at 06:48:05 (CST)

any old hospital corpsman during those years still around and kicking . captain robinson senior medical officer . hmcs gearhart, med cruises 1966 67. anybody from old h divison d division danny tomiovich. i have two sons in the navy bm2 chris bierwirth, ltjg mark bierwirth.this is 02 08 02.
george j bierwirth hm2 1965-1968 h division
pompano beach , fla USA - Friday, February 08, 2002 at 17:12:11 (CST)

any old hospital corpsman during those years still around and kicking . captain robinson senior medical officer . hmcs gearhart, med cruises 1966 67. anybody from old h divison d division danny tomiovich. i have two sons in the navy bm2 chris bierwirth, ltjg mark bierwirth.this is 02 08 02.
george j bierwirth hm2 1965-1968 h division
pompano beach , fla USA - Friday, February 08, 2002 at 17:12:09 (CST)

Well here is two more new Saratoga Association members Francis V. & DiAnne, Ferguson CVA60 59-61 S-1 Div Clarence E. & Ramona, Kitchen CV3 1943 Handling crew It's just click and print. Click on to the membership Bar, print it out or wright it down on a slip of paper, if you cant print it out. Then U.S. Mail it to me.It's real easy.
AMH-2 //Sect/Treas John D. brandman <cva360@aol.com>
Allen, TX USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 22:15:00 (CST)

Served on Sara from 3-56 to 10-57 Plank-owner. Had many good times.Looking for anyone who was in R div at this time especially Kenny Phillips or Ray Bonafante or anyone that hung out at"DIRTY DANS"
Tom Gillespie <Moondrifter@Prodigy.Net>
Blackwood, N.J. USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 20:14:47 (CST)

I served aboard the SARA 64-66 in the photolab,Made two med cruises had a blast.If you remember me e-mail me
marty finkelstein <malafi@aol.com>
boca raton , fl USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 15:39:15 (CST)

Ships company from 70 to 75. Spent most of my time in IM1 Div. Looking for a couple of shipmates I remember by the names of Brady and Cosner, both from Orlando, FL area. VF-103 from 79 to 82 as command Senior Chief.
Mike Bridges <bridgesml@navair.navy.mil>
Pax River, MD USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 06:50:52 (CST)

Served on the SARA 1978, was short timer (9 months) so served as Mess Deck Master At Arms till October 78. Had a great time, met a lot of great guys. Will never forget those launch catapults early in the morning while we tried to get some sleep ! Take care shipmates, clear sailing to all.
DONALD W. GOFF RM2 <goff_don@hotmail.com>
North Augusta, SC USA - Wednesday, February 06, 2002 at 13:18:03 (CST)

Served in arrestig gear for a Med & Nam cruise, She needs our help to stay afloat, please donate to the museum fund, my wife and I did.
ABE Ron Gitkos (70 to 72)
Exeter, pa USA - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 21:06:17 (CST)

served aboard 1959-61. supply dept. s-1 Div. interested in contacting anyone from s-1 thru s-6. e-mail at grandpavf@aol.com .
ferguson, francis vernon <grandpavf@aol.com>
roanoke , va. USA - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 13:16:22 (CST)

Served aboard from 82-85, Operations Dept. OM Div. Ran the forward Nato Seasparrow Missile launcher. Would like to hear from old shipmates.
David C Middleton GMM OM Div. <935 Franklin Ave.>
Lexington, Tn. USA - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 08:18:17 (CST)

Welcome Aboard your new Saratoga Association members, Joseph C. & Muriel, White.CV3 41-43 VB-3 // James R. & Carole, Songer CVA60 59-61 Cag-3 & Attack Squadron-3 Andrew W. & Lila, Ferguson. CVA60 1st & Quartermaster Div.
AMH-2//Sect/Treas John D. Brandman <cva360@aol.com>
Allen, TX USA - Monday, February 04, 2002 at 10:25:38 (CST)

62-64 OC Div. served under Capt. Moore and was ships Asst.Air Transportation Officer.
Roy Mattioli <mkwoopi6569@aol.com>
chicago, il USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 13:42:15 (CST)

Served with VA 36 from late 1960 until January 1964. Made 3 Med cruises. Would like to contact Jack Tobey and Jim Campbell.
Ed Costa <edwcos@cox.net>
North Providence, RI USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 12:15:06 (CST)

I cross decked over to the Sara from the Forestal when the Fid went to Philly for dry dock in 82-83. went to v-3 div. anyone on there at that time, you can email me.
ABH3 Volker,Chris <cv1369@hotmail.com>
or. USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 08:39:14 (CST)

SERVED ABOARD "SARA" FROM 3/67 TO 2/70. WAS A GMT IN "W" DIVISION. HAVE MANY GOOD, AND FEW BAD, MEMORIES OF LIFE IN THE NAVY. HAVE BEEN IN TOUCH WITH A FEW SHIPMATES AND LOOKING FOR MORE. FIRST TIME I HAVE VISITED THIS SITE IN OVER A YEAR. IT SURE HAS BEEN IMPROVED. WELL DONE TO THE WEB MASTER.
Robert Bruso <rbruso@poynter.org>
St. Petersburg, Fl USA - Friday, February 01, 2002 at 07:39:55 (CST)

ABOARD 71 TO 73. MED AND VIETNAM-5th DIVISION GUNNERSMATE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONEFROM THEN. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW TO GET A CRUISE BOOK FROM NAM CRUISE
DON BEAIR <donb45@hotmail.com>
MOREHEAD, KY USA - Sunday, March 31, 2002 at 09:11:18 (CST)

Served aboard Sara as ship's company, OPS Department,OZ Division, Intelligence Specialist from Jan. 1985 to April 1988. Looking for OZ ship mates.
Jerome Colley <hjcolley@cs.com>
Kimberly, Al USA - Saturday, March 30, 2002 at 15:24:07 (CST)

haven't been on here in a long time. served as a radiomen 65 to 67. found a couple of old shipmates. looking for more. also looking for a mrs. tallbot. her husband was an ensign on the sara when i was there. i had her e mail addr. but lost it. the last contact i had she was in colorado someplace. i hope she sees this msg. and sends me a msg. thanks have a great day.
jerry heikkinen <jheikkin@up.net>
lake linden, mi USA - Friday, March 29, 2002 at 05:20:18 (CST)

I'm looking for anyone who served on the USS Saratoga CVA-60 in the time range of 1957 to around the time of October 1958.
Howard F. Palmer Sr. <candncs@yahoo.com>
Maysville, MO USA - Thursday, March 28, 2002 at 23:50:06 (CST)

I was the Sara's Radio and TV announcer during my 1964 tour. We made one voyage south to the Virgin Islands....I miss all the good friends I made on the SARA and in the Navy....
Walter M. Reece <wreece@charter.net>
Highland, IL USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 12:29:27 (CST)

I was the Sara's Radio and TV announcer during my tour. We made one voyage south to the Virgin Islands....
Walter M. Reece <wreece@charter.net>
Highland, IL USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 12:25:06 (CST)

Iam a plankowner,having put the SARA in commission on 1956 ,at the Brooklyn Navy yard, and was aboard approx. a year, I was in the 1st Div.
Larry D. TeVault <unclarryretdet@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 09:45:50 (CST)

onboard Dec.1974-Sept.1977 E-division made 2 MED cruises
Thomas J. (Butch) Cassady <kg9ir@yahoo.com>
Freeburg, Illinois USA - Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at 19:54:09 (CST)

Plank Owner New e-mail address
Herb Golder <cva60fb2@aol.com>
Baltimore, MD USA - Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at 17:45:46 (CST)

I just had a chance to check the site and saw the name of an old shipmate.Now I will be able to contact him and talk over old times. Thanks for the outstanding job you are doing to keep the Sara alive. BZ To all Sara shipmates.
Allen Knish <allieknish@aol.com>
Brooklyn, OH USA - Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at 16:50:00 (CST)

I served aboard SARATOGA 1967-1969 in X Division, Personnel Office. Started out as the only YN striker ina bunch of PN's but later switched to PN. Med crise, Philly, Gitmo, etc. Got an early out in '69 as was toshort for another cruise. Remember a nasty PN1 named Thompson; wonder if he's still asleep? Would liketo find Rick Hults, Ralph Laramie, Stoney Brooks, "Jeb", who carried a photo of his prize pig and "Ludersdorf" (sp?)and others in X Division during '67 to '69.
Joseph R. (Fish) Herring <rherring@savtcc.com>
Savannah, GA USA - Monday, March 25, 2002 at 15:38:06 (CST)

Hello Shipmates! I would like to hear from a couple of shipmates that I haven't been able to locate yet. If you are out there and see this website, please respond. The names are: David C. Mears, Jeff Henry, and Gary Pearson, all of whom worked in V-2 division Arresting Gear from 1972 -1975. Smooth Sailing.
Tim Carpenter
Apache Junction, AZ USA - Monday, March 25, 2002 at 10:34:36 (CST)

Welcome Aboard your New Saratoga Assn members. Lawrence & Marlene , Flowers. CVA60 66-67 V-3 Div// Kevin M & Ellen, Marchuk. CV60 75-77 S-1 Div.// Charles D. & Joanne, Miller. CVA60 63-65 VA-36// Richard E. & Camille, Molina. CVA60 67-69 V-4 Div// Waletr Al, Hafner. CVA60 57-60 R Div// Robert E.& Okella, Johnson. CV3 42-45// Ronald S. & Rosmarie ,Kulg. CVA60 57-59 VAH-9// Larry V. & Norma , Parker. CVA60 65-67 OE Div. Dont waste any more time. If you havent filled out the membership form yet. Do It Now. If you cant download the form, call me at the 877# and i will U.S.Mail you a membership form. Once you get your membership kit, it will bring back a flood of memories. You wont be sorry, only if you dont send in the completed form. Your Sect/Treas CVA/CV60 72-73 RVAH-1 Smoking Tigers
AMH-2//Sect/Treas John D. Brandman <cva360@aol.com>
Allen, TX USA - Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 19:47:49 (CST)

This is an open request to all the former Saratoga sailors. Guys, I recently joined the Saratoga Association and just received the membership directory. Without going through it in great detail, I found the addresses of three former shipmates. I imagine I will find more when I do a more thorough search. This is good stuff. If you haven't already joined the SARATOGA ASSOCIATION, I urge you to do so. The list of membership is HUGE. If you're looking for a former shipmate, this is a great start. I am also going to join the SARATOGA MUSEUM FOUNDATION. If we are all as fond of SARA as the ship's log indicates, the Museum Foundation could use our help in getting SARA PERMANENTLY berthed in Rhode Island as an Air/Sea Museum. Every little bit helps and each of us can do our part, however small it may be. Only WE can ensure that SARA becomes a permanent part of US Naval History and is around for future sailors to visit and see.
Richard E. Molina <ThaViper@nyc.rr.com>
Howard Beach, NY USA - Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 16:00:07 (CST)

I am a veteran but not of the U.S. Navy. (Is the Air Force okay enough? ) The mother of a friend of mine was once telling me of the time that the U.S.S. Saratoga was sabotaged while it was in repairs in Vancouver, WA. She said that during WWII she worked at the Vancouver Shipyard when the Sartoga came in for battle repairs. She said that the ship was repaired at the Portland, OR shipyard then towed to Vancouver for finishing work. She had a job of painting the stencilled signs on the bulkheads. She said that there were so many workers on board that they were like ants. All at once everyone begin to notice that the ship was beginning to list. It continued to list until it stuck harmlessly in the mud of the Columbia River. No serious damage was done. She said that someone had opened several values deep in the hull and river water was pouring in. The word got out to the workers that it was sabotage because of the security clamp down afterwards. Do you know that such an event ever happened? If it did happen, do you know of the results of the investigation? Was it ever discovered who did it? She has a fascinating story and I have no reason to doubt her. I am a amatuer military historian and the story fascinates me but I would like to confirm is it is true. Do you know if anything was ever written about he incident if it did happen? Thank you for your service in WWII. Your country is very proud and thankful to you. Thank you. Paul M. Kennedy (Hopefully, "Underway" means "Send" because that what I am going to press next.)
Paul Kennedy <PaulMBanker@AOL.com>
Spokane, Wa USA - Friday, March 22, 2002 at 23:44:05 (CST)

My great grandfather served on the Saratoga starting in November of 1940 until about February of 1942. His name is Keith Clark Anstine. If anyone knew him my grandmother would really find it a thrill!! If you did know him please let me know. Thanks a lot
Keith Clark Anstine <monet78110@aol.com>
Hayden, ID USA - Friday, March 22, 2002 at 19:58:26 (CST)

Steve Robinson DP2, if you come across this. Shoot me an email. NOW!
Phineosjay Oshio <phineos@hotmail.com>
Miami, FL USA - Friday, March 22, 2002 at 13:29:51 (CST)

I was assigned to VA-35 Attack Squadron in 1957 thur 1961. Our squadron was stationed on the U.S.S. Saratoga for her maiden cruise to the Mediterranean in 1958. Again in 1959-60. I started the third cruise in 1960-61, but i was discharged befor