Name: Ken Moore
Rate: RD3
Email: kamsr@bellsouth.net
Location: FL
Hi Shipmates, Please sign the guest book and help us improve the web site or leave info or requests for other shipmates. Send in your name, address and we will add you to the roster. To the inconsiderate people who keep leaving your porn email address I would appreciate if you would cease doing so.
Name:
Rate:
Email: brokenrope@cliffhanger.com
Location:
Do you have an email for Jim Wallace? I was in the fire control director the day he talks about when we 'rammed' the Cuban boat.
Name: Doug Jannelli
Rate: OS1
Email: domaja529@aol.com
Location: florida
Name: Vic Mokarry
Rate: FT 3
Email: lad126m@yahoo.com
Location: IL.
Thanks Ken for the wonderful memories these pages bring back. I was fortunate to make a few cruises from 52 - 56 with that great ship.
Name: John Nethery
Rate: FT3
Email: Johnnet56@starband.net
Location: Washington, IL
Had some good times on this ship and still hold a lot of great memories.
Name: charles strickland
Rate: E-3
Email: charlieb01@comcast.net
Location: petal. ms. 39465i
i served aboard the happy jack from june 1960 to feb. 1962
Name: charles strickland
Rate: E-3
Email: charlieb01@comcast.net
Location: petal. ms. 39465i
Name: Dooley, A.E.
Rate: STG-3
Email: aedooleyjr@aol.com
Location: Orlando, Fl
Glad I found the site. Great to be able to look up old friends.
Name: John Bridges
Rate: PC2
Email: jbridges@rexelusa.com
Location: Stuart, Fl.
Name: Charles Taliaferro
Rate:
Email: charliet@kitchentablegang.org
Location: Lemoore NAS (CA) USA
Attention all U.S. Navy veterans . . . got problems getting your veteran's benefits? Check out the Kitchen Table Gang's website at http://www.kitchentablegang.org It's a great resource, and might be able to give you direction towards the right answers you have been searching for!
Name: BILL HERBIG
Rate: E-3 BT
Email: HERBIG25@AOL.COM
Location: LOUISVILLE KY
HAD SOME GREAT TIMES ABOARD THIS SHIP AND SOME GREAT MEMORIES. THANKS FOR BRINGING THEM BACK.
Name: Russ Eshelman
Rate: SK1
Email: RussE@Firstva.com
Location: Bumpass, Virginia
Served on the "Happy Jack" from Sept.'70 - Nov.'74. The best tour of duty in my 23 year Naval career
Name: William E. Porter
Rate: TM3
Email:
Location:
Name: William E. Porter
Rate: TM3
Email: meport@adelphia.net
Location: Newark,OH
I often visit the H.J.web site and think it's great.I dont know why I've never talked to you before.
Name: BERNIE CORTEZ
Rate: SMCM USN RETIRED
Email: bernie@stx.rr.com
Location: LAREDO TEXAS
BRAVO ZULU ON YOUR SITE!
Name: Lou Lockwood
Rate: RM3
Email:
Location:
Name: Lou Lockwood
Rate: RM3
Email: elmwoodrr@hotmail.com
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Really Nice Website!! Harold Lockwood (My Brother) was on the Ellison in the mid '60's, and I shall pass the URL on to him. He lives in the Stuart (Palm City) FL area.
Name: JOHN (HOPPY) HOPKINS
Rate: AN3
Email: JOHN@HAMILTONBRYAN.COM
Location: TX
SERVED ON THE HAPPY JACK FROM 66-68 (THOSE WERE THE DAYS) MID-EAST TOUR PROUD MEMBER OF THE WORLD RENOWN COMBO"WE TRY HARDER"MANY MEMORIES OF PLACES AND CREW, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, ANYBODY HEARD FROM BIRD OR FLYFACE
Name: Alan Fava
Rate: STG3
Email:
Location:
Name: Alan Fava
Rate: STG3
Email: lordofmelmac@aol.com
Location: Broadview Hts, Ohio
I was on only for 2 years. (68 to 70) I doubt if anyone remembered me passing thru. But I remember a lot. Thanks
Name: Kenneth Hibbitts
Rate: BM3
Email: khkh5@aol.com
Location:
Brought Back Some Great Memories of some of fellows I served With In The Early seventies
Name: Jerry Bratten
Rate: rm2
Email: cbra696940@aol.com
Location: Ca
1954-1959
Name: Jerry Bratten
Rate: rm2
Email: cbra696940@aol.com
Location: Ca
1954-1959
Name: James Christopher Field
Rate: n/a
Email: jamescfield@cooptel.net
Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, UK
I believe I am the half-brother of George Aurther Field (DFC), we had the same father and I believe he was the radioman/rear gunner on H.J. Ellison's torpedo bomber in the air battle of Midway. My father was not keen on telling me about his war experiences. He was a WW I vet and even participated in the Allied intervention in Russia during the Russian revoloution. I am (would you believe it?) a US/Canadian/UK citizen but always faithful to the US constitution. Any help you can provide in tracing my step-brother's past would be very interesting and helpful to me. Jim Field 'Dan-y-Coed' North Beach Road Clarach near Aberystwyth Wales United Kingdom
Name: James C. Field
Rate: n/a
Email: jamescfield@cooptel.net
Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, UK
I posted a query about my step-brother, George Arthur Field DFC, Rear gunner and radioman to H.J. Ellison during the Sq 8 attack in the air battle of Midway. I don't Know if it got through but any info on him would be appreciated. best regards, Jim Field
Name: Rick (MONGO) Atwood
Rate: HTFN
Email: mlvatwo@aol.com
Location: Ohio
Ahoy, I was on board the Happy Jack in 76-79 My first memory was dead in the water n. atlantic 45 degree rolls eating orange lifesavers. barf!!!! Dry dock in Boston 6 mon. Blonde exibitionist 6th floor of apt. building.Hi, to all of my fantail buddies mostly HTs'
Name: Rick (MONGO) Atwood
Rate: HTFN
Email: mlvatwo@aol.com
Location: Ohio
Ahoy, I was on board the Happy Jack in 76-79 My first memory was dead in the water n. atlantic 45 degree rolls eating orange lifesavers. barf!!!! Dry dock in Boston 6 mon. Blonde exibitionist 6th floor of apt. building.Hi, to all of my fantail buddies mostly HTs'
Name: Bob Harrigan
Rate: HT2
Email: robertharrigan@bellsouth.net
Location: Fayetteville, TN. 37334
Alot of good memories with alot of good people, came from the Happy Jack. "GO NAVY!"
Name: Jack Whitehead
Rate: Seaman
Email: jared@whiteheadfoodequipment.com
Location: Edmond, Oklahoma
Name: john nolan
Rate: ht2
Email: packers_12839@yahoo.com
Location: sc.
love the site.
Name: Larry Alexander
Rate: ET2
Email: alexlary@crosslink.net
Location: Alabama and Culpeper,VA
I apparently neglected to include an email address when I originally signed on here; so I am including it now. I'd be pleased to hear from any of those thatv I served with in "Happy Jack" during late '56 through late '59.
Name: William E. Pillsbury II
Rate: BT 2
Email:
Location: 704-933-4299
Name: Travis Fagg
Rate: RM2
Email: travisef01@netzero.net
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Would like to get in touch with Thomas Zalewski from Jersey City. He and I had some good times in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico in 71, 72, and 73 before he got out and went back to New York and I came back to Texas. Lots of good times while stationed on the old girl
Name: Charles Taliaferro
Rate:
Email: ctaliaferro@kitchentablegang.org
Location: Lemoore NAS (CA) USA
Attention U. S. Navy veterans . . . having problems getting your veteran's benefits? Check out the Kitchen Table Gang's website at http://www.kitchentablegang.org It's a great resource, and might be able to give you direction towards the right answers you have been searching for.
Name: David R. Veitch
Rate:
Email: DRV543@AOL.COM
Location: Rockford, IL.
My father,David L. Veitch served proudly on this ship in the early to mid 1950's. He did the Mediterranean Cruise and cherished these memories until his death in Feb. of 2003.I would appreciate to hear from anyone who served with him . Thank you
Name: Don German
Rate: DC 2
Email: dgerman46@yahoo.com
Location: Watseka, Illinois, 60970
Hi everybody, I was on the Happy Jack 67-68. Made the mid-east and Rio, and the good old house on stilts. Would like to hear from any one during that time. Hoppy, loved the band. Please when you make comments put your e-mail and date on the 864, Its great to see who comes here. Good luck to all and God Bless
Name: Les Holbert
Rate: SK3
Email: RioSnook@cs.com
Location: WV
The site upgrades continue to make this a first class history lesson.
Name: larry parker
Rate: n/a
Email: n/a
Location: north carolina
Served on the Harold J. Ellison from 75-77 great crew and ship, glad i found your site.
Name: Donald J Lauterbach
Rate: CS3
Email: bevdon @ northnet.net
Location: Oshkosh,Wis
great site
Name: John Bridges
Rate: PC2
Email: jbridges@rexelusa.com
Location: Stuart, Fl.
Name: Lynn Schreieck
Rate:
Email: lynns_email@hotmail.com
Location: Ill
I just found this site after talking with my step father, George Dyer, I saw him on one of the photoes and sent my mother a link so he can visit the site and remember his shipmates.
Name: george l. dyer
Rate: bosuns mate 1st class
Email: deloresdyer@hotmail.com
Location:
just found your site.. would like to hear from any one,especially "goofy"
Name: Sam J. Morabito
Rate: MS-3
Email: smorabito224@aol.com
Location: Chicago IL.
Hello everybody I served on the Happy Jack from 1976-1980 and it was the best time of my life that will never be forgotten. I remember New York (redhook)and Boston it was a blast and do not forget about Halafax,Canada drinking aboard the Canadian ship. I have been talking about the wonderful times I had in the Navy and on the Happy Jack, that my son will be leaving soon for U.S. SEALs training, Thanks for the memories they will always be with me.
Name: Ben Doody
Rate: BM2
Email: b.a.doody@worldnet.att.net
Location: Maryland
This certainly is going down memory lane. Contact me if you would like.
Name: Terry Byrd
Rate: FTG2 (SS)
Email:
Location: Joplin, Missouri
I spent 2 weeks on the Ellison back in 1982 or 84 while in the Reserves. Was standing quarterdeck mid-watch when a drunk sailor came back aboard. He went down the ladder to a bearthing compartment in the fantail. I guess he had to releave himself and had a one hundred dollar bill in his shirt pocket. Somehow the bill fell out of his shirt and into the flushing toilet. The first I knew of this is when he came up the ladder and jumped over the side at the point where the toilet stuff discharged over the side. I had to call a "Man Overboard". All hell broke loose as both the Captain and XO were on board. I think the guy went to Captain's Mast but don't remember if he got the $100 dollar bill back. Also remember the Pakistan sailors taking showers in their swim suits or underwear as their religion did not allow exposure.
Name: PITTMAN C. LEARY
Rate: 1ST P.O.
Email: USSDD864@AOL.COM
Location: DELAWARE
THANK YOU
Name: Leonard B. WaleskiJr "SKI"
Rate: SMC
Email: aadocski@msn.com
Location: Tenn
Came onboard the Happy Jack in 1963 as A SMSN-Departed in 67 as SM1-Many GREAT times while aboard this SHIP.
Name: LLOYD ZURBRICK
Rate: QMSN
Email: GRUMPYZEBE@AOL.COM
Location: MI.
CREW MEMBER 59-60 VERY NICE SITE
Name: LEE W WILLIAMS
Rate: BM 2
Email: PISTONFOUR@AOL.COM
Location: BALTIMORE MD
GREAT SITE I WAS ASSIGNED TO SHIP FOR SHORT TIME 74/75
Name: Randall w Bickel
Rate: PC3
Email: rbickel@emsco.com
Location: Massillon, Ohio 44647
69-71
Name: Frank Hupfer (52-56)
Rate: RM2
Email: mfhuff49@optonline.net
Location: Babylon, New York
My sincerest sympathy goes out to the families of all my old shipmates who have made their final voyage. They will always be rememebered. Looking forward to the "reunion" coming up in Buffalo New York. Looking forward to seeing all of you again.
Name: Otto M. Penitz
Rate: FC2
Email: openitz@adelphia.net
Location: Cleveland,Ohio
served Aug 1959 to Feb 1962
Name: Gary J. Holt
Rate: RD 3
Email: flyingcloud@vermontel.net
Location: Wallingford, Vermont
service dates- 10/54 thru 09/58
Name: Paul E. Miller
Rate: seaman
Email:
Location: Sanford, FL
Served from the winter of 1945-August 1946. Enjoyed the site, thanks for the memories. Any crewmembers from 1945-1946 can contact me at 407 322-3496
Name: Phil Erickson
Rate: MM2
Email: bigphil1651@yahoo.com
Location: Farmingville, new york
Great site you have here. I remember being on the happy jack like it was yesterday. I was on my whole 4 years in the navy. Had some good times. Worked in main conrtol [forword engine room] my whole time on. would like to hear from some of the guys i served with. I was on from sept 1977 through aug 1981
Name: A.W. Bailey
Rate: F1st
Email:
Location: Charlston S.C.Served
Served Frome 1946 to1947
Name: DENNIS O'NEILL
Rate: RM3
Email: oneill389@hotmail.com
Location: ILLINOIS
IT'S BEEN A LONG TIME. BUT MY MEMORY IS STILL VIVID.HOPE ALL MADE IT BACK TO THE REAL WORLD.WISH YOU ALL A FAIR WIND AND A FOLLOWING SEA!
Name: Edward J Chapman
Rate: Seaman 1st Class
Email: chapman2@ptd.net
Location: Pennsylvania
I served from '52 to '55.
Name: Ted Grier
Rate: MM2
Email: tcgrier@hotmail.com
Location: Missouri
This was my first ship, '78 - '79, I believe. Didn't know much when I came aboard, but I learned right quick! I have some fond memories, and some I'd like to forget. I wouldn't trade those memories for anything, however. Thanks for this site! Thanks for stirring things up in my mind!
Name: LEONARD E. ARSENAULT
Rate: BM3
Email: larsenault03@earthlink.net
Location: BETHEL,, NC
I WAS A MEMBER OF USS HAROLD J. ELLISON (DD864) FROM SEPT 1970-MAR 1974. THE BEST YEARS I SPENT IN THE NAVY
Name: Richard Engel, N0RDJ
Rate: SFC (Retired)
Email: n0rdj@daktel.com
Location: Carrington, North Dakota
I am a friend of one of your former crew members (Richard Budd)He served four (4) years on the Ellison. He told me about your site. It is very good and informative. Richard Engel
Name: John W Robinson
Rate:
Email: jwrobin864@earthlink.net
Location: Deaware
A former Plankowner I don't see any other Plankowners listed.
Name: Preston J. Owens
Rate: RD3
Email: prestonowens31@hotmail.com
Location:
Just wanted to let you know it was a trip down nostalgia lane to see the "old bucket's" web site. I served from June 1950 to April 1953. By the way, in the history, someone has it wrong--the search for the HMS Affray was in 1951 not 1961. I remember it well, or you can try a Google search and find a lot of details.
Name: Jerry Hewitt
Rate: STG-2 (at the time)
Email: jnshewitt@comcast.net
Location: Chester, VA (Richmond sub)
On Happy Jack under then CDR Tom Bass (CO) from 4/60 until FRAM II in NY 2/62.
Name: Jerry Hewitt
Rate: STG-2 (Sonar)
Email: jnshewitt@comcast.net
Location: Chester, VA (Richmond area)
On Happy Jack 4/60 - 2/62 (left at FRM in NY) for another DD in Charleston. Then CDR Tom Bass was CO.
Name: Stanley Smith
Rate: FC3
Email: k8wxj@hotmail.com
Location: Gladwin, Michigan
I served aboard the Ellison from 1946 to 1949. While underway I stood watch on the helm or in CIC. My general quarters station was on the rangefinder in the director topside. My job was in the fire control division.
Name: Scott Schultz
Rate: EN 3
Email:
Location: Fond Du Lac, WI
1969-1971 Looking for Ken Murphy
Name: Rick Bachorik
Rate: STG2
Email: questions@idelica.com
Location: New Hampshire
On board drom 80 to 83, just before she was decommed. Hey...Any of you guys I served with drop[ me a note. Great site, Thanks.
Name: Harry Humphries
Rate: FTA3
Email: hhump@suscom.net
Location: Hanover Pa
I served on the Ellison from 1957-1959. My last view of the Ellison was in the Philadelphia Navy Yard when whe was given to Pakistan. The best years of my life were on the Ellison, oh to be young again and served on one of the new destroyers.
Name: Loring "Dutch" Dutcher
Rate: Seaman 1/C
Email: dgdutcher@citlink.net
Location: Fort Plain, NY
Great Job
Name: Monica Gensel
Rate:
Email: MyPeanut69@aol.com
Location:
I am looking for some of you guys who served on the ship who knew Jack Diehl, he passed away in 2001 and some nice comments (and memory post) would be nice to give his son, who is my fiance. Monica
Name: Harry M. Stultz
Rate: MM-3
Email: hmstultz@hotmail.com
Location:
I was on the USS Ellison from 73-75
Name: Murray, Robert
Rate: EM3
Email: BFM3529@aol.com
Location: Minneapolis, mn.
Go Happy Jack
Name: John H. Vaughter
Rate: SN
Email: jvaughter@aol.com
Location: Richmond, VA
This has been a very special experience finding information on "the Happy Jack" on the web. Those years (2)that I served on the "Happy Jack" were two of the most challenging but rewarding years of my life.
Name: Holver J. Sandbeck
Rate: RD2
Email:
Location: Pensacola, Fl
Jan 63 to Sep 65 I remember the Cuban fishin boat incident.The ole man got called up the hill.Yep, those were interesting times.
Name: Mike Reynolds
Rate: MMC(Ret)
Email: squidcountry@yahoo.com
Location: Maxwell,NE
Name: Robert (Bob) Van Orman
Rate: STG2
Email: rvanor@netscape.com
Location: Zephyrhills, Florida
The HJE was my home from November 1965 - October 1969.
Name: Edward J Kollar
Rate:
Email: ecke@charter.net
Location: Emmaus Pa.
Name: john nolan
Rate: ht3
Email: packers_12839@yahoo.com
Location: sc.
on board 78-80 any one seen jj johnson,bob belding,frank swafford,hadaway,parada,liebenow,going to reuion hope to see you there
Name: Jim McDonough
Rate: CDR/USN(Ret)
Email: jim.mcdonough@navy.mil
Location: Rockville, MD
I was assigned to Philadelphia Naval Shipyard for Ellison turnover to Pakistan. Very depressing to see the ship's condition as the the turnover was completed. The Pakistani crew remained in Philly as long as they could, rather than return. I guess life in Philly was good compared to Pakistan! As I recall, Ellison was a mainstay of the "Philadelphia Navy" and it was downhill after she departed.
Name: george heine
Rate: BT2
Email: gheine2@tampabay.rr.com
Location: lakeland FL
Name: Daniel G. Partrich
Rate: GMG2
Email: partrichd@bellsouth.net
Location: Atlanta, GA
Boarded Happy Jack Jan 2, 1967 in Portsmouth, VA. Departed January 10 1970 from Portsmouth, VA.
Name: John F. Auvil
Rate: E-3
Email: auvilj@yahoo.com
Location: Decatur Illinois
all ready signed book but e-mail address listed is wrong, this one is right. Thanks John Auvil
Name: MORGAN, CHRIS
Rate: STG-2
Email: cmorgan@rgcrownbank.com
Location: NORFOLK, VIRGINIA
NICE TO VISIT AND THE SITE LOOKS BETTER THAN MOST I'VE BEEN TO
Name: Robert F. Murray
Rate: EM-3
Email: bfm3529@aol.com
Location: Minneapolis, Mn.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in Buffalo
Name: michael guinn
Rate: mm3
Email: guinnmichael@yahoo.com
Location: jonesborough tn
crew member 1981-1982
Name: Michael Onorato
Rate: MR E3
Email: MAURNMIKE@AOL.COM
Location: Philadelphia
Looking to say hey to all friends who served from 75-79
Name: Mike Onorato
Rate: MR E3
Email: Maurnmike@aol.com
Location: Philly
Mongo, Beding JJ Johnson!!! Man, did we party or what!!I keep in touch with MM3 Ron Neglia, and BT3 Jim Iverson, Hey Erickson, remember all the basketball games?? I remember Sammy Morabito also. I worked in the machine shop, and couldnt run the lathe, but I could chug a beer. What a great site this is!!
Name: Mike Kerr
Rate: STGSN
Email: MKCHF15@aol.com
Location: Great Mills, MD
09/07/05: I served on board during the Viet Nam Cruise in '65-'66. Would like to hear from others who were on board during the same period. Hope to see more of you at the reunion this year.
Name: Dave Bargabos
Rate: OS E-5
Email: cbar54@yahoo.com
Location: Chittenango, NY
Looking forward to the reunion. Does anyone know how to get a hold of Jim Ruley? He was on board with me from 76-79. Thanks.
Name: Frank Hupfer (1952 - 1956)
Rate: RM2 (SPARKY)
Email: MFHUFF49@OPTONLINE.NET
Location: Babylon, New York
Remember to send me your dues of $10. Remain a member in good standing. Hope to see you in Buffalo and quite possibly in El Paso, Texas......Long live the memories of the HAPPY JACK
Name: ronald dorr
Rate: mm2
Email: ldorr713@comcast.net
Location: round lake hts,ill
i think its great
Name: Donna Casper Mumford
Rate:
Email: Auntpillows1664@aol.com
Location: Ohio
My father Vincent J Casper served 1950-1953 if anyone has picture i would love to see them or hear any stories. Thank you!
Name: Donna Casper Mumford
Rate:
Email: Auntpillows1664@aol.com
Location: Ohio
My father Vincent J Casper served 1950-1953 if anyone has picture i would love to see them or hear any stories. Thank you!
Name: Jim Acheson
Rate: BT3 63/67
Email: bettysew@msn.com
Location: Mulberry FL 33860
See you in Buffalo
Name: Richard Hadley
Rate: RM1
Email: lrock372@juno.com
Location: Cheektowaga NY
Ken, It was nice to meet you last week. I do get to see Mike Matlok at the FRA occasionally. I was hoping to find more history on Ens Ellyson. Anyway very nice web site--really like the boswains whistle! Dick Hadley
Name: Bruce Crume
Rate: SN
Email: leo8743@tampabay.rr.com
Location: Lakeland, Fl.
I have very fond memories from serving aboard the " Happy Jack " during the years of 1963-64. God bless all the mates that served aboard her.
Name: Jessie Obie Damron,Jr.
Rate: GMG 3
Email: jessie.damron@sbcglobal.net
Location: Meridian,TX. 76665
My Ship
Name: chris Huckobey
Rate: BT3
Email: nlhjapanese@AOL.com
Location: Redding, CA
Served on the Happy Jack from late 1975 to June 1979. Would like to hear from any other snipes! Great to see such a s website!
Name: TONY IAFE
Rate: SKSN
Email:
Location: STATEN ISL. NEW YORK
WAS ON BOARD 62/63, AND REMEMBER HITTING THE CUBAN BOAT. HAPPY SAILING TO ALL
Name: TONY IAFE
Rate: SKSN
Email:
Location: STATEN ISL. NEW YORK
ON BOARD 62/63, AND I DO REMEMBER HITTING THE CUBAN BOAT.
Name: Jeff
Rate:
Email: jeffzyats@carolina.rr.com
Location: charlotte nc
My dad served on the Ellison. Joseph Zyats before being reassigned to Pearl. Great web page
Name: John Auvil
Rate: E3
Email: auvilj@yahoo.com
Location: Decatur Illinois
came aboard Ellison 1966 to 1970. Had a great time,was ships Barber about the last 2 years aboard.Hung around with Kenny Kile( anyone remember him?) Kenny died in the late 70's.Miss all those times and think about them often.
Name: JERRY BRATTEN
Rate: RM2
Email: JACKSON152B@AOL.COM
Location: SACRAMENTO CA
1954 TO 1959 RADIO ROOM IAM SURE SOME OF YOU RM"S REMEBER ME, I WAS FROM N.D. FARM THEY WOULD CALL ME [SHEEP-DOG] HA..HA
Name: John J.M. Flynn
Rate: N/A
Email: jjflynn@hotmail.com
Location: Stephens City, VA
Enjoyed this site! My father, Capt. Russell F. Flynn, commanded DD864 from Jul 57 thru Jul 59. I enjoyed reading his biography and all of the information contained within. Is the Ellison still in service in the Pakistani Navy? Just curious.....
Name: CHARLES E HEAFNER
Rate: SN
Email: imotorcycl@aol.com
Location: Monroe, NC 28110
I served on the USS H. J. Ellison in 1947. I would appreciate being added to your crew list. On board the Ellison, I served as a Hot Shellsman.
Name: JOHN C. WITHERS JR
Rate: CTM
Email: GABBIEBABS@AOL.COM
Location: PENNA
MY POP IS A SUBMARINER [23YRS OF SERVICE] HE WAS ON THE HAPPY JACK FOR A SHORT TIME. HE IS 91 NOW AND MY SISTER AND I ARE PUTTING TOGETHER A BOOK FOR OUR FAMILY OF HIS NAVY CAREER, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS SITE WE CAN NOW ADD THE HAPPY JACK TO HIS BOOK. BARBARA [WITHERS] KINSING
Name: Robert G. Emery
Rate: SN 1st class
Email: remery2@twcny,rr.com
Location: Liverpool,NY
Served on board 1948-1952
Name: willis leon carter
Rate: E_4
Email: car5ter@yahoo.com
Location: columbus, ga
I served on uss HJ Ellison from 68 to 72. I would like to hear from my old shipmates.
Name: Allan Dooley
Rate: STG-3
Email: aedooley@aol.com
Location: Orlando, Florida
I served on the "Happy Jack" '63-'64. I got my transfer to civilian on the morning the ship left for Nam. Heard from Tudor, one of our shipmates, but no others. Would like to hear from you if you're out there.
Name: John P. Gardiner
Rate: CWO-4
Email: johninmiramar@aol.com
Location: Miramar, Florida
Reported to Happy jack in Brooklyn in Sept 1962 as EM1. put on the Chief's hat six weeks later. Sailed in The Ellison through the round the world cruise. I was selected for Warrant Officer in 1966. I was sworn in while the ship was in Ponta del Gato, the Azores on 1 April while we refueled for the last dash for home. This is a great site and I enjoy reading about the old ship. It was on of the best I served on.
Name: John P. Gardiner
Rate: WO-1
Email: johninmiramar@aol.com
Location: Miramar, Florida
Served in Happy Jack from September 1962 to May 1966. I picked her up in Brooklyn as EM1. Put the Chiefs hat on seven weeks later. I was sworn in as a Warrant Officer, W-1, on 1 April 1966 while the ship was in the Azores. The USS Harold J Ellison was the best of my 9 ships. I retired in 1983 after 30 years. Great Site!
Name: D.Brian Grant
Rate: MR 2 (A-Gang)
Email: dgrant2045@netzero.net
Location: Fairfield,Conn.
Served on the "Happy Jack" from 60-63. looking forward to El Paso,Tx. reunion. They just keep getting better.
Name: Kenneth G. Adams
Rate: MM1SW
Email: Sportyk@comcast.net
Location: Delaware
Name: Kenneth G. Adams
Rate: MM1SW
Email: Sportyk@comcast.net
Location: Delaware
I served aboard the Ellison from 1980-1982. Forward Engine Room, Duty Water King. Looking for MM1 Kye, MM1 Hargraves, MM3 Steve Sieth, MM3 Henry Barr, MM2 Richard Lis, MM3 Rodger Williams,BT1 Newell. MM1 Jerome Buszka USNR-R. Feel free to e-mail me. I will be at the reunion this year. I had a wonderful time aboard the Ellison.
Name: Mike Steinbrecher
Rate:
Email: mickeysd@gwtc.net
Location: South Dakota
Excellent site! I was researching the ships my Dad was on, and I remember The Happy Jack when I was a kid. Dad was on her in the early 50's. He still goes to a lot of ship reunions, as he was on a few of them in his 20 years in the Navy. He retired in 1967. He lives in Chesapeake, Va. I'll let him know about this site; he doesn't use computers, though my sister does, and they visit each other often... Keep up the great work on the site! Thanks!
Name: John Smithson
Rate: seaman 1st class
Email: az28@bellsouth.net
Location: Syracuse NY
I served on this ship 1943
Name: Flip Soden
Rate:
Email: jms235@att.net
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Name: Frank E. Fegan
Rate: FT-1
Email: Frankiemfk@aol.com
Location: Palmyra, PA
My Father Frank Fegan served on the USS Ellison from 1958 until 1963.... I am looking for any of his buddies...Is Red Flowers out there anywhere? I am Franks daughter Frankie!
Name: Jim Ruley
Rate: OS
Email: jamesruley@yahoo.com
Location: Germantown, MD
Served from 1975-1979. Anyone else out there that "berthed" under the mess decks. Mango, not sure if I remember you, but sure remember Boston.
Name: JERRY MACK
Rate:
Email: bullcitymac@msn.com
Location: durham,nc,durham
I was on the happy jack from 1979-1983
Name: Bruce Chapman
Rate: BT3
Email:
Location: Michigan
1971to 1974 forward fireroom, oil king, after fireroom
Name: Dave Bargabos
Rate: E-5
Email: Cbarg54@aol.com
Location: Chittenango, NY
Just looking at some of the pics from the reunion in 05. My wife Chris & I really enjoyed ourselves and are looking forward to the reunion in El Paso.
Name: John Marchesi
Rate: IC/FN
Email: patjkshor@aol.com
Location: New York
Served 1970-1971 Brought back great memories, Thanks!
Name: Dennis Bradshaw
Rate: En3
Email: bradshd@diebold.com
Location: Boston
I am standing in the forground of the picture of Captian Durkin and Emperor Haille Salasssie
Name: Harold Hollingsworth
Rate: MM 2
Email: hhollingsworth@dndcomputr.com
Location: Indiana
Served onboard in 65 - 66
Name: Jesus Ramos
Rate: Boswain Mate E4
Email: rmahr@woods.org
Location: Langhorne, PA
Looking for Jeffrey Jackson. Hopefully everyone else is doing well.
Name: Gunar Chase Edward Williams
Rate: 10
Email: planetgunar@hotmail.com
Location: Marietta, Georgia
I am the great nephew of Harold J. Ellison and proud to visit this website and learn the history of my great uncle and great aunt.
Name: Gunar Chase Edward Williams
Rate: E-4
Email: planetgunar@hotmail.com
Location: Marietta, Georgia
I am the great nephew of Harold J. Ellison and proud to visit this website and learn the history of my great uncle and great aunt.
Name: Joe M. James
Rate: Cdr. Ret
Email: joeejames53@earthlink.net
Location: Mt. Solon, VA
Great ship terrific crew! Served onboard '53-'54 (the OD in Capt Ingham/Burke COC photo). Would particularly like to hear from any of the old TM, SM and QM gang.
Name: P.C.Marruchella (985 2851)
Rate: F 1st
Email: Pmaruchela@AOL.com
Location: James Island S.C.
Name: Monica Gensel
Rate:
Email: MyPeanut69@aol;com
Location: PA
Hi, my finace's father served on the ship, his name is Jack Diehl; if anyone has any information about if you knew him or anything else on him I would appreciate it. I am trying to gather info. for my fiance as a surprise to remember his dad by. Thank You...Monica M Gensel (Jack's son name is WIlliam B Diehl)
Name: David A. Shapiro
Rate: SKC
Email: chie105542@aol.com
Location: Poughkeepsie NY
I was a (SN) SELRES onboard 08/72-12/73. Re-Activated 10/74, retired SKC 3/31/97. USN. Naval Reserve Recruiter, 1985--until retirement.
Name: Ron Gocken
Rate: DC2
Email: rmg.rme@sbcglobal.net
Location: Watseka, IL
I served proudly on the Ellison from 7-67 to 11-68. would like to hear from old shipmates.
Name: Steve Teasdale
Rate: sfm3
Email: teasdale@tampabay.rr.com
Location: Pinellas Park,Fl.
Name: George R. Fulton
Rate: Signalman E-3
Email: gfulton1942@aol.com
Location: Anderson,Indiana
Iserved on 864 for 1 yr. 1963-1964 in the ships office.
Name: Larry DeVore
Rate: Seaman
Email: marti7dev@sbcglobal.net
Location: Indiana
Serve aboard the Ellison, 11/67 to 3/71. Great site, glad to see so many crewmates listed. I was one of the shipmates injured when the ships boat fell/flip and was sent to the hospital in Ethiopia, later arrested as a spy in Saudia when sent back to the ship in Bahrain, 12/70.
Name: GREGG WILLIAMS
Rate: MM2
Email: willga@tds.net
Location: DEKALB JCT NY
I was board from 1978-1982. I worked in both engine rooms during my time on board. Had many good times in Bermuda, Bahamas, Nova Scotia, Annapolis, Savannah, and others.
Name: matt gintner
Rate:
Email: skoolboy79@verizon.net
Location: westford ma
I'm looking for anyone who might have known my Father Edward Gintner he was an MM3. i think he served
Name: Scott Brum
Rate: FTG-3
Email: sgb106@sbcglobal.net
Location: Highland, In.
Served onboard the happy jack from 76 to 79. Good times, good people, good memories. Great sight.
Name: Bud Teubner
Rate: QM3
Email: myrabud@wbhsi.net
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Served aboard Oct.-56 thru Sept.-58. Served with Tom Parrish, Ed. Jecker, Ken Day, Wilber Jones, Clellend Button & Whitehurst of QM and Signal gang. Hope to see you in Texas.
Name: Richard R. Martinez
Rate: RD3
Email: taylor.martinez@usa2net.net
Location: Central Florida
Thank you for the great web site! Does anyone remember me from 1949?