2022 REUNION – NORFOLK, VA Last Chance Not to be AWOL |
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FIRST COME – FIRST SERVED Basis We still have 6 seats on the bus available for Norfolk tour and 8 seats available for the Virginia Beach tour. Remember you can cancel, and all monies paid to the Tutuila Association will be returned for any reason if you cannot make the trip (check Hotel cancellation policy). Note: You can cancel out of all Reunion tours within 48 hour’s notice with complete refund. All details, complete tour information, and registration information can be obtained online or contact Guy Veni @ 910-295-1045 or gveni@nc.rr.com. All Registrations must be in prior to March 5th | | |
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Shipmates Corner & Updates If you are coming to the Reunion "DON'T FORGET TO BRING A GIFT" for the gift exchange. Also please think about if you would like to host the next reunion and where you would like the REUNION to be in 2023 even if you can't host it.. Sickbay I just received a call from Ken Nesbial letting me know that he just had a triple bypass and would not be able to come to the reunion. He said he is doing well. Please keep him in your prayers and wish him a fast recovery. Membership Although we are getting new members our membership has declined. We need new members to keep the organization going. Please ask other shipmates you know to join and support the USS Tutuila Association Dues We currently have 37% (53) of our members behind in paying their dues. Please check to see if you have paid your 2022 Dues. You can check them in the Members Directory or contact Noel or me. The membership directory now includes your dues information so you can know when you last paid (those of you receiving a paper newsletter, your expiration date is on your address label). While you're there you can search by last name, and by year onboard to find your shipmates that are members of the Association. You now have the option to include a picture too. If you want your picture added, send it to me or use the website to upload it. Website: We have a lot of new shipmate pictures and information up on the site. Keep sending in the information and pictures. - Christmas and Thanksgiving Day menus 1968
- Clyde Walters & Jorge Guerra “Remember When” photos
- More R1 pictures
- Robert Jung sent in a group picture of the 1952 ICE Shop
- Crew pictures from 1968 & 1970
- New pictures from Fred Ancona
- 1968 Shellback pictures
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Did you know there was a Vietnam prison in An Thoi? Phu Quoc Prison was built by the French colonialist to imprison Vietnamese people, which was known as Coconut Tree Prison. In 1967, Saigon Government rebuilt the Coconut Tree Prison into Phu Quoc communist prisoner prison in an area of 400ha, also known as Phu Quoc war prisoner prison, or Phu Quoc prison. This was the largest place to keep communist soldiers in the South with more than 32,000 prisoners. Sometimes, this number was up to 40,000 people including political prisoners in several periods. If you would like to read more about the prison, go to | | |
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TAPS In Memory of Our Deceased Shipmates I am sorry advise you that we lost several of our members who have died that played a strong role in supporting our organization. |
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A message from our President JOHN WARD Karen & I first met Larry at the Reunion in Portland, Maine in 1998. Then he hosted the 2001 Reunion in Boston/Revere, only days after our Country was attacked. It was a Reunion that attendees will never forget! And Larry was a larger-than-life personality that we won't forget, either...from stories of his time on the Tutuila to stories of his time in the casinos! We'll miss Larry and all our departed shipmates. He served as President for many years as the organization continued to flourish. He will be missed by all his Shipmates. May they all rest in peace. |
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Lawrence H. "Larry" Gordon Lawrence H. "Larry" Gordon, died on Wednesday, February 2nd at his home in Saugus, surrounded by the love & care of his family, following a long illness. He was 88 years old. A Funeral Service will follow the visitation in the Funeral Home at 12:15 pm. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. He is the beloved husband of the late Margaret C. "Peggy" (Buckley) Gordon. Loving father of Michael T. Gordon & wife Maria R. of Saugus, Amy J. Gordon & her companion Cory Mathieson of Haverhill, Eric S. Gordon & wife Paula of Gleeson, TN, Diane M. Clarke & husband David of Kona, HI,Former Revere School Committeeman Donald E. Goodwin & wife Maria of Revere, Ret. Revere Police Lt. Jeremiah F. Goodwin & wife Bea of Revere, Ann Marie DiSabatino of Saugus, Winthrop Police Deputy Chief John B. Goodwin & wife Sharyn of Lynnfield, Collen T. Cetrullo of Saugus & the late Bruce A. Gordon. Dear brother of Martin Gordon & wife Anna of Saugus & the late Irene M. McCormick. Cherished grandfather of 20 grandchildren & 8 great-grandchildren. He is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. |
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I received notification of Art’s death from his great-niece Gina DiArcangelo. She requested that I add this note from her and her father Bruce DiArcangelo. My wife Cheryl and I spent a lot of time with Art at the reunions and I truly believe she has captured Art’s true spirit. Gina wrote: “Art was a gentleman until the end. He was sweet and kind, but also knew exactly what he wanted and wasn’t afraid to ask for it! His proudest accomplishment in life (2nd only to marrying his love, Dora) was the time he spent on the Tutuila. We will miss his impish smile and his generous heart”. |
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Arthur M. DiArcangelo Arthur M. DiArcangelo, 90 of Downingtown, PA died Wednesday December 15, 2021, at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester. He was the husband of the late Dora Tavani DiArcangelo. Born October 14, 1931 in West Chester, PA he was the son of the late Giolindo DiArcangelo and the late Elizabeth Cartoggio DiArcangelo. Art was a proud Navy Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict on the USS Tutuila. He always enjoyed traveling and loved going to his Navy reunions. He is survived by his nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. |
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William E. Kerns Sr. Devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, June 4, 2021 at New Hope Bay Assisted Living; age 92 years. William was born on December 11, 1928 in Saginaw, MI. He served honorably in the US Navy. He was married to Janice Ward on July 9, 1955; she survives him. William was welcomed into the Ward family, and always cherished the relationships with his in-laws.He was a member of the Fordney Club, Pioneer Club, Bridgeport Country Club, American Legion Post 439, the Germania and Elks Clubs. William was avid golfer and enjoyed traveling with his family and friends, especially to Higgins Lake and Destin, Florida. Surviving are his children and their spouces Connie Bryce of Frankenmuth, MI, Mary (Jose) Lopez of Houston, TX, Laurie (Edward) Duckett of Lansing, MI, William Jr. (Jolene) of Rogers City, MI, Phillip (Lisa) Kerns of Frankenmuth, MI: ten grandchildren Carrie (Tyler), Marybeth (Bryan), Jennifer, Joselyn (Cody), Josh (Theresa), Janni (Randy), Grant, Ellie, Mallory, and Wade; five great grandchildren. |
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Naval & Military News Explaining U.S. Navy Units How much do you know about the organization of US Navy units? The United States Navy is the world’s most powerful naval force that has ever existed, with the ability to exert military might in the Pacific, Atlantic, Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf, and beyond. Not many people know that if all the navies of the rest of the world were combined together, it would just barely amount to more than the US Navy. Since its founding in 1775, the Navy has grown and developed its operational capacity and administrative support. The Navy has a more complicated structure than that of the other defense forces. | | |
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Military Myths and Legends Of Vliegende Hollander , or the “Flying Dutchman”. The name refers to its captain, the Dutchman Hendrik van der Decken, who is said to have made a pact with the devil so that no phenomenon of nature could sink his ship.
In fact, there are many versions of the legend, which is calculated to date from the 17th century and was popularized during the 18th century. It is a ship condemned to travel until the end of time, without the possibility of touching any port. The sightings of the spectrum have been diverse, which is said to shine in the midst of storms supporting its curse. Even the British monarch Jorge V (1865-1936) claimed to have seen him during his adolescence, and even into the 20th century his alleged appearances were frequent. In all cases, it was a terrible omen for those who had the misfortune to witness it. |
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SHIP’S STORE New item in our Store Challenge Coins! INVENTORY CLEARANCE We are moving out items to make way for new inventory. Noel has announced the following items are on SALE! - White Polo Shirts 3 XL $10
- Gray Sweatshirts $10
- Ship’s Jacket (no liner) $20
- Ship Fitters Blue Tee Shirts $10
- Blue Polo Shirts $10
Limited Sizes! Check website or contact Noel. Ship’s Store is Open 7 days a week 24 hours on the website. ORDER NOW! Questions contact Noel Cotton 865-233-3684 nandacotton@gamil.com | | |
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Well That's it for Now.... Please remember to send me stories, pictures or anything you would like to see in the next newsletter as well as on the website. Thanks, Guy Veni |
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