MPLS/ST. PAUL BASE. Lost Boats May and June

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1 The Deep Dive News May /June 2018 MPLS/ST. PAUL BASE United States Submarine Veterans Our USSVI Creed To perpetuate the memory of our shipmates who gave their lives in the pursuit of their duties while serving their country. That their dedication, deeds and supreme sacrifice be a constant source of motivation toward greater accomplishments. Pledge loyalty and patriotism to the United States of America and its Constitution. In addition, to perpetuate the memory of our shipmates, we shall provide a way for all submariners to gather for the mutual benefit and enjoyment. Our common heritage as submariners shall be strengthened by camaraderie. Lost Boats May and June USS Squalus (SS-192) 05/23/ USS Gudgeon (SS-211) 05/12/ USS Lagarto (SS-371) 05/03/ USS Scorpion (SSN-589) 05/22/ USS O-9 (SS-70) 06/20/ USS R-12 (SS-89) 06/12/ USS Herring (SS-233) 06/01/ USS Golet (SS-361) 06/14/ USS Bonefish (SS-223) 06/18/ USS Bonefish (SS-582) 05/01/

2 Base/Region Officers Central Region Director CR/D3 Commander David Farran Glenn Harris Commander Andy Anderson County Road 36 Emily, MN Vice Commander Jeff Lundgren 2220 Silver Ln Apt 303 New Brighton, MN Secretary/K4K Treasurer MAA/COB Storekeeper Steve Marquis Jack Fay David Anderson George St. Martin 3128 Park Ave Cottage Grove Crest 22 E. 22 nd St. # Audubon RD Minneapolis, MN Woodbury, MN Minneapolis, MN Chanhassen, MN Chaplain Librarian Past Commander Andy Anderson Joel Bergstrom Jeff Lundgren County RD Wheeler St Silver Lane Apt 303 Emily, MN Roseville, MN New Brighton, MN

3 May Our Birthday Guys!!! June David Byrne 2 nd John O Grady 2 nd Ellsworth Quam 3 rd Bob Watson 13th Steve Lowrie 18th John Buchanan 21st Richard Kowarsch 4 th Rolly Conklin 22nd Gary Needham 4 th Arnold Johnson 7 th Bob Bidon 10 th David Anderson 23rd Everett Reilly 23rd Ed Mattox 27th Don Mittelstadt 10 th Ken Schmidt 30th Dan Ludwig 12 th Ken Schultz 30th 3

4 Commanders Corner As this is written spring is here! The ice may even leave the lakes before fishing opener. Life is good. In the April meeting we had the Election if Officers and I was elected Commander for this year because Jeff has a very busy schedule coming up. The other officers are listed elsewhere. We have an interesting spring and summer coming. Memorial Day, May 28 is the celebration at the torpedo at Como Park June meeting, June 2 will be a cruise on Lake Minnetonka. Get your reservation in right now if you haven t already. Information on page 7 of the DDN. August Meeting, Aug. 4 will be the annual Picnic at the Veterans Campgrounds south of Forest Lake. Free for all. I would really like to meet those of you that do not come to the regular meetings. Pack up your family and friends and come for the corn, bratwurst, burgers, and other goodies, and meet commune with your fellow Sub Vets. I would like to encourage you to get involved in the governing of the M/SP Base. We need fresh blood on the E Board. Let me know if you are interested in becoming a member of the board. No responsibilities, just help and learn the ropes. Let me know. (acelect@emily.net) Hope to meet all of you someplace this summer, Andy Anderson, Commander Memorial Day Picnic Attention all hands. Memorial Day will soon be here. For many years the WWII SubVets have celebrated Memorial Day at Como Park in St. Paul. We plan to keep this tradition alive and all Base members are invited to attend. We ll gather on the 28th of May at 1130 at the USS Swordfish memorial located just south of the pavilion in the southwest corner of Como Park. Look for a torpedo mounted on top of a four foot high cement pedestal. At 1145 we will conduct an abbreviated Two Bell Ceremony and lunch will follow at about noon. Please bring a potluck dish to share and your own beverage, dishes, etc. We will have a couple serving tables there, but you should bring your own chairs etc. We hope to see you there. Be aware, there is no shelter in the area. In event of inclement weather, please contact Joel Bergstrom to determine if the event is a go. 4

5 Chaplains Corner When a smile breaks into laughter, hearts open! Laughter creates space, ease and connection. Laughter is our soul s joy song. Tracee Ellis Ross Actress Instead of telling God how big your problems are, tell your problems how big your God is! Kerri Miller Johnson City TN I like flying kites because it is such a wild freeing thing. I think God works within lifted spirits. Sister Jose Hobday from the book, Stories of Awe and Abundance God sees more in you than you could ever see in yourself. No matter what triumphs you ve celebrated or failures you ve lived, He has more grace and favor waiting in your future. Brian Houston in his book, There is more: When the world says you can t God says you can I ask not for a lighter burden but for broader shoulders Jewish Proverb Spring is here -- Hooray Andy Anderson Chaplain Binnacle List---Pat Lyon 5

6 Base News Please welcome a new member to our base, Jim Pharmer, who qualified on the USS Skipjack in Jim recently moved to Anoka from KY. He retired from the Navy in 1985 and was introduced to the base by Ken Tupper. ********** Our after dinner crew with our newly acquired Minneapolis St. Paul Brow Banner. Strong-armed by Ken Tupper with the able-bodied assistance of me. 6

7 June 2nd, 2018 Dinner Cruise Reservation Order Form Our cruise on Lake Minnetonka is set for Saturday June 2, We're set to sail at 10:00 AM for a two hour brunch buffet cruise. The reason for the 10:00 AM start is there is a wedding on that ship on Saturday afternoon. The cutoff date for reservations is 10 days before we set sail. That date is May 24th. The cruise line will bring enough food to feed 50 guests unless we tell them differently, by May 24th. The boat will accommodate 100. Please inform our membership that they need to make reservations before that date. I don't know how strict they are about that cutoff date but why take a chance? I do know this, if our members try to just show up they will probably be out of luck. Click below for directions: Please make reservations for attendees at $40.00 per person Attendee s Name: Amount included: $ My Guests: The listed price includes all costs: Food, taxes, service charges, and gratuity. Confirm reservation by phone? Yes No Phone: Cruise quantity and payment should be done by mail. This procedure has proven to be workable and is a preferred way of getting a head count. This clip-out form is provided for your use. Please indicate your meal quantities and make check payable to USSVI or SubVets. Mail the information to the base Master at Arms (see below) to arrive no later than 5/16/2017 Dinner reservations are required and non-refundable unless we can sell it at the door if a walk-in appears. So, If you plan to attend please confirm by mailing your reservation request and check to: For reservations contact: David E. Anderson 22 E 22nd St. #116 Minneapolis, MN awildwolff662@yahoo.com

8 Steve Marquis 3128 Park Avenue Minneapolis, MN United States Submarine Veterans Minneapolis/St Paul Base 8