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USS Diodon in 1966
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Jim Santos, Your Historian & Web Master
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
Submarine Qualification Certificate of James Richard Santos,
TNSN(SS)
(New 04-17-07)
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
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?
(New 07-23-06)
Do you have any information on Donald R. Wiltse who served on Diodon around
1955-1958?
(New 09-20-06)
What was the name of the kid that stole a tug from the tug port and pulled
Diodon away from the pier
(New 09-07-06)
Vern
Grubbs looking for James Jones
(New
03-27-06)
2007 Subvets National Convention-Important Information
Thomas David Clifford served on Diodon at sometime
Louis Mercier wants to contact Joe Rinaldi and Raford Malone
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Milton L. Laurie, Diodon crew of '58 - '63
Milton L. Laurie
passed away 10 March 2008 |
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)
Passing of Diodon Shipmate Leroy Hill
Sailor Rest your Oar
Eternal Patrol Notice for Frank Dostal
Sailor Rest Your Oar
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
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