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pn3 pilarski(ski) [ email ]
July 28, 2016, 13:36
Rate/Rank : pn3
to mr. bill crum... if you decide to come out to sd in sept. for the reunion, i would like to hook-up with you for a couple of beers.
ski
p.s. if you do... you better bring me some of that maryland crab cakes!
John Rumer [ email ]
June 15, 2016, 12:28
Rate/Rank : MM2
Address: 49 Douglas St Apt 21 352-382-0246
The reunion is fast approaching and their are only 5 rooms left in our block of 50 so for those of you that have waited "Good Luck" and the rest of the hotel is full, it's fleet week. Every year we try and get people to make reservations early but a whole lot don't listen so maybe this will get some attention.
Roger Bentley [ email ]
April 13, 2016, 17:03
Rate/Rank : SM3
Hi All you Thomaston "Tommy Tinker Toy" crew! I reported onboard October 77. Remember Todd Shipyard Seattle? With Strawberry, Raspberry, Cheese, and a bunch of other great guys. Rode on first WestPac after dry dock, fall of 79. Swapped duty with another signalman from the Blue Ridge who wanted to return to San Diego, Nick Arvanitus...? I stayed on "Flagship" WestPac and became an Illustrator Draftsman, but my heart would always be with the amphibs and the tomcat!
Robert Hoch [ email ]
April 11, 2016, 21:01
Rate/Rank : ETR 2
Address: 2358 Antler Ave, Ventura, CA 93003 805 293 9222
Just a note to change my address and phone number. Moved from San Diego first of April
Don Young [ email ]
March 21, 2016, 01:53
Rate/Rank : MM1
Address: Chula Vista, CA 619-254-5443
Looking forward to the reunion this Sept. 2016 in San Diego. I hope that I see some of my shipmates from '73-'75. Worked with a great crew!
David Deaver
February 19, 2016, 16:43
Rate/Rank : EN3
Address: P.O. Box 327 Caruthers,CA 93609
Served in A Div. From June 70 to Aug. 71. Also stood starboard throttle watches because M Div. was short men. Just remember the good times.
ERM2d Burroughs [ email ]
December 24, 2015, 02:35
Rate/Rank : RM3
(209) 647-2463
Served on the Thomaston 73-74. I retied from my 9-5 job this past March. Hoping to make the Reunion in September in San Diego.
Jr. [ email ]
November 23, 2015, 16:18
Rate/Rank : Em
Since you guys need to be a tight group I thought I'd post for the records (if anyone's keeping them)
Em Steadman passed away 01NOV15 in his home in New Orleans
Robert Hammett [ email ]
September 30, 2015, 18:03
Rate/Rank : Bmsn
Address: 1229 Lee Rd. Quincy,Ca. 95971 530-283-2373 mess.
Bob Hammett Bmsn,2nd div 73-75 Hi shipmates does anyone remember Rm Pat Boyle, Rm Randy Harisson Bm3 Jack Meeker, Bm3 Billy Ray Morris, If so contact me. I had some of the best and times aboard Thomaston I would like to say I wish you all well and hope to see you in San Diego in 2015, oh yeah say hi to Bmcs Head , Bm1 Sua, Bm2 Boyle Bm2 Shelton & Bm2 Stockton, And thanks to Gmc3 Randy Bunshu had great time at 2004 reunion you done a fine job on this website
Ray r rummel [ email ]
September 10, 2015, 13:39
Rate/Rank : Rm 3
Address: 12240 258 St Lawrence,ks 785-393-2609
Boiler Tender Seaman 1966
USS Thomaston Admin [ email ]
September 07, 2015, 11:28
Rate/Rank : Admin
Veterans exposed to Agent Orange may be eligible for the Purple Heart. Those veterans with B-Cell leukemia, Parkinson’s Disease and Ischemic heart disease that were exposed to Agent Orange during their service in Vietnam between January 9, 1962 and May 7, 1975 are eligible.
w w w .purpleheart.org/News.aspx?Identity=99
David Elder [ email ]
September 04, 2015, 16:39
Rate/Rank : Lcpl.
Address: Manchester, NH 603-627-4848
Was on board in March of 1984. Shipped out from NAHA, Okinawa and headed to Korea to take part in Team Spirit 84. Was a good ride, and good chow. Ciggarettes were $2.00 a carton. Have a couple photos of the ship, though not sure how to share them here.
Roberto G. Garza [ email ]
September 02, 2015, 18:47
Rate/Rank : SN
I was aboard the USS Thomaston LSD-28, in October 1962 to December 1962. During that time I ran across my aunts brother, PFC Lomas, I met his daughter this past year. I told her that I knew her father, but I have not be able to get a muster list of all the US Marines aboard the ship, if anyone out there, knows where I get a list, I really appreciated it. Roberto G. Garza, SNE-3 1962
USS Thomaston [ email ]
August 18, 2015, 12:08
Rate/Rank : LSD28
Sad news, we lost our shipmate Charlie Chadwell on Aug 17, 2015. Charlie served on the Thomaston from 58-60 as a FMBT and came back to the Thomaston in 74-77 as a BT Chief. He started his career on the Thomaston and finished it there. Charlie lived in Florida and belonged to the local LSD club.
Our condolence for all friends and family of Charlie. Rest in peace Charlie...
Dave "George" Georges [ email ]
August 08, 2015, 15:01
Rate/Rank : MM3
Address: 513 N. Westmore, Villa Park, Il 60181 630-880-1281
Hello long lost shipmates of the old grey boat known as the Tommy "T". Had to write this as I just happened to look at the website and saw the message Jim Sides wrote. Sad to say it but he is not alone as far as the hearing loss is concerned. The engine room and especially the wargames of August 1974, one month before being discharged did damage to my hearing. Have some great memories of my time on board. But the best is The Inaugeral Second Saturday Music Festival held on the flight deck. For two days the freaks & the rednecks set aside their differences and enjoyed the music & festivities. Life is pretty good these days being alive instead of the alternative! Peace be with all Thomaston shipmates!
Joe Wallace [ email ]
August 04, 2015, 16:16
Rate/Rank : Sgt
Address: 475 Laurel Ave. 8479420786
I served on the Thomaston from January 1973, going to Gulf of Tonkin, followed by Hong Kong, and on to Upper MAU Camp, PI. Spent two weeks in Mindoro, PI, and JEST in PI. Rotated to CONUS IN 8/1973. Served with Golf Battery, 3/12, attached to BLT 1/4.
I am from New Orleans, LA, and moved to Highland Park, IL following Katrina.
Dennis Bowen [ email ]
July 25, 2015, 20:55
Rate/Rank : IC3
I just made reservations for the 2015 Reunion in Omaha. See y'all there!
Robert Hartford [ email ]
June 06, 2015, 21:27
Rate/Rank : IT1
Address: Montour falls, NY
Was on the THOMASTON in late '81 to '84. Had a lot good times. Worked in the radio shack with RMC Gibson and RM1 Collins. Have been trying to contact Rm3 Ben Pollack.
Jim Sides [ email ]
June 02, 2015, 21:07
Rate/Rank : MM3
Hearing protection, that is...
Jim Sides [ email ]
June 02, 2015, 21:01
Rate/Rank : MM3
Address: 1734 W Kerry Lane 623-695-3250
Greetings, long-ago shipmates! Every day above ground is a good day. All is well, except for an unexpected Thomaston souvenir: significant hearing loss from serving in forward/aft engine rooms from 7/71 to 8/74 with zero hearing provided. I wonder if any of you former MMs or BTs are experiencing the same; if so, I'd love to hear from you, especilly if you've filed a claim like I finally have. My best wishes to you all!
Mark Hoskins [ email ]
May 02, 2015, 17:57
Rate/Rank : MMFN
Served on the Thomaston from 73 to 75 in the foreward engine room.Made some good friends and memories that have lasted a lifetime.Thanks to all who help me grow up.
Lee Williams
May 01, 2015, 11:15
Rate/Rank : LT
1975 was a long cruise. I laugh when I see Boson Rizeck in a photo.
david thompson [ email ]
April 26, 2015, 07:00
Rate/Rank : SM3
Address: 3405 172nd st ne 4253594107
1970-72,Worked hard, played hard. Thank you for helping me get my life together, had a great time and learned a lot. 425 231 4107. retired.
John Rumer [ email ]
April 17, 2015, 08:22
Rate/Rank : MM2
Address: 49 douglas St Apt21 13523820246
Shipmates, sad to say that Chuck Fleming passed away. His wife called and told me I don't have any details. Chuck was a corpsman on-board during the late 50's and early 60's he is the one that drew and designed the "Tom Kat" logo
Johnny Witt 69-73 [ email ]
April 14, 2015, 09:12
Rate/Rank : YN3
817 295-9824
OK ship mates its that time of the year again. Reunion time. I made my reservations in Omaha, NE and paid for my meal and dues to John Rumer. Lets get started early this year so we can get a good count of who is coming. Don't forget to bring you raffle gift. Eugene should be another good reunion...You can check the Thomaston website to get all the details...
Bill Crum [ email ]
March 30, 2015, 10:43
Rate/Rank : SM3
Served aboard the Tommy-T from 1981-1984. Was part of the decommissioning crew. Sig Gang was Chief Valenti, John Smosna, Joe Hammond, Matt Fields, Chris Johnson & Brian Tribble.
Len Hammond [ email ]
March 20, 2015, 16:31
Rate/Rank : SK2
Address: 91-1335 Keoneula Blvd; Ewa Beach, HI
I only served on a short time (Nov 71 - Apr 72) on the Tomcat as SK2 in charge of GSK. I made one deployment to Diego Garcia carrying equipment to build the runway and poles for the antenna field. On the way back to San Diego I received orders to VN language school. I enjoyed my tour and look back with fond memories. I retired in 1994 as a LT Supply Officer. I had the fortune to serve on six different classes of ships from PBR to USS Saratoga (CV-60) and the Tomcat is still up there in my memories.
Somewhere in all my PCS moves I lost my Tomcat plaque and would like to replace it. If anyone knows where I can get one I would be most appreciative.
Chuck Glick [ email ]
March 18, 2015, 20:20
Rate/Rank : EN3
1970 - 1974.
Operation Frequent Wind Event [ email ]
March 13, 2015, 18:46
Rate/Rank : Guest
From: PMello at MIDWAY.ORG
Subject: Operation Frequent Wind
Greetings,
As a former crew members of the USS Thomaston, you may be aware that on April 26, 2015 the USS Midway Museum in San Diego will honor the 40th anniversary of Operation Frequent Wind. This is a major event featuring the Vietnamese community, 1975 Midway captain Larry Chambers, 1975 Midway air boss Vern Jumper, a wreath ceremony, and much more.
As your ship was part of Operation Frequent Wind, we would like to invite you and your shipmates to join us. We would like to salute your ship’s role during the program. We also would like to offer you a location on Midway where you or someone might display a cruisebook or photo album, and meet our museum guests. We will provide tables and chairs for all participating.
Please contact me if this is of interest to you, and or if you have any questions.
Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.
Respectfully,
Paulette Mello
Marketing Coordinator
619-398-8248
Please contact Paulette if you are planning to attend this event.
John Rumer [ email ]
February 09, 2015, 12:42
Rate/Rank : MM2
Address: 49 douglas St Apt21 13523820246
Treba Andrews passed away last night she was one of our shipmates, Andy Andrews, wives and a faithful reunion goer until her health gave out. She will missed by all of us. Our sincere condolences go out to Andy.
Steven Wittwer [ email ]
January 31, 2015, 00:08
Rate/Rank : MS3
1981-83 I was in first Division and struck over to MS while I was Mess Cooking. I spent time as Night Baker, and got the nick name (Keebler). I got out of the Navy in 92, the Thomaston was my first and best ship.
MARVIN OSWALD [ email ]
November 27, 2014, 15:30
Rate/Rank : SN
803-532-6902
SERVE ABOARD THE USS THOMASTON 70-71. HAPPY HOLLIDAYS TO ALL THE SHIPMATE AN THEIR FAMILY.
Randy B [ email ]
November 10, 2014, 20:15
Rate/Rank : GMG3
Veterans Day....
Those with less of a sense of service to the nation never understand it when men and women of character step forward to look danger and adversity straight in the eye, refusing to blink, or give ground, even to their own deaths. The protected can’t begin to understand the price paid so they and their families can sleep safe and free at night. No, they are not victims, but are warriors, your warriors, and warriors are never victims, regardless of how and where they fall. Death, or fear of death, has no power over them. Their paths are paved by sacrifice, sacrifices they gladly make for you.
Marine Lieutenant General John F. Kelly
Paul Beard [ email ]
October 16, 2014, 19:09
Rate/Rank : BM3
I was stationed on The Thomaston from Sept. 1967 until 12/70. During that time we made two cruises to Vietnam the first was 7 months long and the second was 8 months long. The first was in early 1968 the second was in 1969. I was discharged 121070 at that time the ship was preparing for another Vietnam cruise in 1971. Your history only shows Vietnam until 1963.
USS Thomaston [ email ]
September 24, 2014, 19:01
Rate/Rank : GMG3
The 1968 Cruise Book has just been added ! Check it out in the Gallery tab.
A big thanks to Myron Mokris who send me his book to scan and to the others who also volunteered to send me their books as well.
John Rumer [ email ]
September 10, 2014, 20:43
Rate/Rank : MM2
Address: 49 douglas St Apt21 13523820246
Hey Shipmates the Plan of the Days for the reunion is on the Thomaston Facebook Page so look it over. Its going to be a great reunion, but then I haven't been to any bad ones.
Gary Klein [ email ]
September 10, 2014, 10:56
Rate/Rank : MM2
Address: 1910 Rimwood Dr. 7192659924
Served in both engine rooms from '72 - '74. Wrote in back in '06 and heard back from Timmy Joe Martin last week. Still waiting to here from Ken Billiot, Smiley Morgan, Johnny Wooten, Derek Frazier "Small", Chuck Glick and all the rest of M Division. Saw my best friend Dennis Kinsley this past summer. Take care boys.
steve cottrell [ email ]
August 05, 2014, 11:17
Rate/Rank : n\a
Address: Philadelphia pa 215 290 9584
Thank you all for your service! My father ed cottrell served on the ship when it was commissioned in Mississippi until 1959. He share great stories about his time aboard. He passed away a few years ago if anyone new him please feel free to contact me I would to hear more stories and see a few pictures
Henry "Wally" Sanchez [ email ]
July 25, 2014, 17:29
Rate/Rank : BM3
(714) 483-2564
Rate/Rank : BM3
Address: California
Hey crew members from 74-77. It's me wally. please call me on temporary phone 706-496-0994. it's been a long time and would love to hear from you guys. just found this website and would like to see if anybody is around me.
New number (714)483-2564 from Bell Gardens
Chuck Jividen
June 29, 2014, 09:18
Rate/Rank : GMG2
Looking forward to seeing all of you in Eugene this year!!
Johnny Witt [ email ]
June 26, 2014, 08:03
Rate/Rank : YN3
Address: Burleson, TX 817 295-9824
OK shipmates its that time of year again. If you haven't made your reservations for the upcoming reunion in Eugene, Organ, its time to act. John Rumer is in Eugene right now checking things out. John says every thing is looking up for another great reunion. Also, don't forget to bring something for the auction. The auction really helps us out on our expenses every year. Come on ship mates, get your wives and children together and come have some fun..
Shaughnessy, Patrick [ email ]
June 15, 2014, 20:59
Rate/Rank : HN
Address: 8 bryce avenue, Glen Cove NY 11542 516 - 578 - 7360
(Message Revised)
Oorah Gents,
Let me first clarify, I was not on this ship. I wasn't even born yet, but my father was. The West Pac in 1979 - 1980. I'm writing on the forum to see if anyone here remembers (MM3/E-4) (0000) Mark G Shaughnessy. He served on board for a short time just before getting out in 1980. He came from the Barb SSN - 596 where he served for two years/ If anyone (anyone) had any information or knows anything about that specific deployment and what he was like (dirty filthy sea stories and all, the dirtier the better), please feel free to contact me at 516 - 578 - 7360. any information at all would be extremely helpful.
Thank You all for your service and dedication to the country,
(HN/E-3)8404 Shaugbnessy, Patrick
Shaughnessy, Patrick [ email ]
June 15, 2014, 20:53
Rate/Rank : HN
Address: 8 bryce avenue, Glen Cove NY 516 - 578 - 7360
Let me first clarify, I was not on this ship. I wasn't even born yet, but my father was. The West Pac in 1979 - 1980. I'm writing on the forum to see if anyone here remembers (MM3/E-4) (0000) Mark G Shaughnessy. He served on board for a short time just before getting out in 1980. He came from the Barb SSN - 596 where he served for two years/ If anyone (anyone) had any information or knows anything about that specific deployment and what he was like (dirty filthy sea stories and all, the dirtier the better), please feel free to contact me at 516 - 578 - 7360. any information at all would be extremely helpful.
Rolando Perez [ email ]
June 03, 2014, 16:39
Rate/Rank : GMG2
A special "Hello" to all my shipmates., I was on board from '76 to '79., Remember all good times and trying ones. Thank you for all the memories.
James Bible [ email ]
June 02, 2014, 11:18
Rate/Rank : BM2
Served from 78-79 Deck First Division. Good Times.
Ryan Michael [ email ]
May 24, 2014, 19:05
Rate/Rank : mm3
Address: 5912 N Teekem Falls Way 2089491048
It sure is great to see this website up, Best times of my life were spent on the tomy-t, Miss all the friends I had would love to hear from the glory gang
Paul "MAC" MCDONNELL [ email ]
May 15, 2014, 19:26
Rate/Rank : E6
I AM MACS NEPHEW HE PASSED AWAY MAY 1 2014 JUST WANTED LET ANYBODY THAT WAS ON BOARD WITH HIM KNOW FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME
Veronica Collins [ email ]
April 14, 2014, 17:26
Rate/Rank : rm1
Address: 7552 Sandholdt, road Moss landing, ca. 8317061407
My daddy was on this boat. He is of course retired. RM1 Collins. Tours in the 80s. I would love to surprise him with a connection. If anyone can remember. Please contact me. Veronica Collins Navy Brat.
Larry Conner
March 29, 2014, 14:34
Rate/Rank : MM3
Happy Viet Nam Veterans Day to all.
William (Bill) Palo [ email ]
March 26, 2014, 20:40
Rate/Rank : MM3
Address: 5135 N Fessenden St Portland Or.97203 503-286-0722
hope to be helpful in Eugene OREGON
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