Dives to Date
A view into history with a USN Submarine and its crew
Welcome to the USS Diodon site - dedicated to the USS Diodon
(SS-349), and her fine crews over the years from her birth to her demise
to razor blades.
Bless those who
serve beneath the deep, Verse 2 of Submariner Version of Navy Hymn:
Through lonely hours their vigil keep. May peace their mission ever be,
Protect each one we ask of thee. Bless those at home who wait and pray,
For their return by night or day.
The Seventh verse
of the Navy Hymn is for Submariners: Lord God, our power evermore, Whose
arm doth reach the ocean floor, Dive with our men beneath the sea,
Traverse the depths protectively. O hear us when we pray, and keep Them
safe from peril in the deep.
Clipping from Mare Island Naval Shipyard 29, Jan. 1971 edition of the
Grapevine showing the decommissioning ceremonies aboard
since 09-27-01
Photo courtesy of Darryl Baker.
(New 06-04-11)
USS Diodon in 1957
Bobby Manuel Sr Hey Jim, could you let the Diodon site know that I have the commissioning plaque for the Diodon. I bring it to reunions.
Diodon Commissioning Plaque
Welcome!
If you served on the Diodon, or know someone that served on the Diodon, please notify me through
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will reply to your email and let you know where to email me or land wise mail me
your stories & photos.
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Jim Santos, Your Historian & Web Master
Web-Master's
USNR and USN active duty on USS Diodon (SS-349)
(New 12-01-11)
Here is your Web-Master on USS Diodon (SS-349) in
September 1967 in Hong Kong, BCC. That is an
Australian frigate's bow seen in the background.
Back then on Diodon
Photo from WestPac 1967 in Hong Kong, about ready to get underway
I am your Web Master, and self-appointed Historian for
the old and gone USS Diodon (SS-349) and her fine crews.
I am the Web-Master for the Torpedoman's Association, as well.
SR to TM2(SS), USN Submarine Reserve, 6/12/65 to 6/12/71
PS3 to PSCS, USCGR, Retired, 10/2/78 to 1/1/97
My Generation - Your Web Master
Updated 07-08-11
The
Sailor's Creed
I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the
orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit
of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and
democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country's Navy combat
team with Honor, Courage, and Commitment. I am committed to
excellence and the fair treatment of all.
Diodon Shipmates Missing in Email Addresses
(updated 12-17-07)
Both above added 09-09-05
Notices & E-mails
Did Electricians Mate William Henry Roberson serve on the Diodon?
Do you have any information on Donald R. Wiltse who served on Diodon around 1955-1958?
What was the name of the kid that stole a tug from the tug port and pulled Diodon away from the pier
Vern Grubbs looking for James Jones
2007 Subvets National Convention-Important Information
Thomas David Clifford served on Diodon at sometime
Louis Mercier wants to contact Joe Rinaldi and Raford Malone
Charlie Baltz Diodon Shipmate on Eternal Patrol(New 01-15-12) |
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(New 01-02-12) |
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Milton L. Laurie, Diodon crew of '58 - '63
Milton L. Laurie
passed away 10 March 2008 |
Passing of Diodon Shipmate Leroy Hill
Sailor Rest your Oar
Eternal Patrol Notice for Frank Dostal
Sailor Rest Your Oar
George Stoffels has Passed Away on 24 November 2004
Sailor Rest your Oar
George Stoffel's Funeral
Sailor Rest your Oar
Plankowner, USS Diodon (SS-349)
Diodon Shipmate Bayliss
Strand passed away 120208
Bayliss J. Strand, Auxilliaryman, crew of '57-'64
H. Jauncey Sweet III CO of Diodon 1967 passed away November 20, 2009
Sailor Rest Your Oar
(New 11-23-09)
If you were on Diodon 24 December on WestPacs 1958 or 1960 please read this
Driving in the rain - Do NOT use that Cruise Control!
Diodon Commanding Officers
Diodon Commanding Officers list - draft for comments
Listing of
all Diodon Skippers from Don Messner
News of 3 newly found shipmates and listing of Diodon COs
Harold A. Taylor skippered the Diodon sometime in the 1950's
Does anyone have a Diodon decommission certificate?
Question from William Zuchero
NOTE: Your Web-Master and Diodon/Crew Historian would like a photo or scan of the Diodon (SS-349) decommssioning certificate.
Don Messner with New E-Mail and Diodon Stuff
Don Remily is moving and here is his contact info
Sons of LCDR John D. Donnelly are USN Submariner Captains Use your own judgment
E-mail Stripper - free software dandy that I use to strip away those ">" symbols from forwarded e-mails If you download it, contact me through HumanClick message and I will help you set up a shortcut on your desktop to keep it handy.
Software to help you view web sites and Windows easier - your Web-Master is using Liquid Surf to view tiny font web sites and Liquid View with Windows.
Submarine Coffee Mugs imprinted with Actual Submarine Patches and Your Own Personalization!
Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2003 2:09 PM
Subject: Dick Speer
Dear Jim,
I am truly sad to tell you that Dick died this morning at 10 am. He was a wonderful man and faced his disease with incredible courage.
I would appreciate it if you could let the members of the Diodon family know.
thank you,
Phyllis Speer
Sailor Rest Your Oar
May He Rest in Peace.
May God have Mercy on his eternal Soul
Diodon Skipper Richard Speer 1964 to 1966 Photos
Photos from Ensign to Commander and later
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