OLD Reunion Hall Table for:
USCGC Buttonwood
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On 09/22/07 Fred Becker
said:
BUTTONWOOD Shipmates (SEP79 - JAN81). Completed my 2 year C.O . tour aboard MATINICUS and
Just reported to MSST Honolulu. Could be my last tour since I went of 26 yrs. this month. Keep in
touch, Fred
On 05/30/07 jim serrao
said:
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On 05/25/07 Larr Santos
said:
Larry Santos 92-95 email change,,,larrysantos@verizon.net
On 03/10/07 Jeffrey Morse
said:
I served on the Buttonwood from 79-81. I was known as either the mahalo brother or cookie.
I was in touch with the other mahalo brother bra Roth for a while but have lost contact. If anyone
knows of his where a bout’s please let me know. I also have re connected with Fred Becker he is
doing well. If anyone is interested, there is a program on the military channel called the Coast
Guard at war which talks about the Coast Guard involvement in the Vietnam War. About half way
through the show they talk about the boat that CO at that time XO Ross Bell was on and how it was
air strafe for about an hour by US fighter planes and what happened to him and his crew, very
interesting show. I would like to hear from old shipmates.
On 02/07/07 Geoffrey Gebhart
said:
Ahoy all you old black hull buoy critters...I am putting together a photo album
specific to all the 180 class tenders ( I was aboard CLOVER and WOODRUSH) and am looking for some
unique pictures of these boats. Pictures of deck/buoy ops, small boat ops, inside the ship and
patches are what I am looking for. I can't promise I will use all of them, but when I am finally
done, my intentions are to provide a copy free to anyone who wants it, you would just need to pay
postage. Thanks mates, looking forward to those pictures.
On 01/15/07 Max Tankersley
said:
To any USCG, My uncle served on the Buttonwood in the the South Pacific during WWII. His
name is Jack Robinson, Tulsa Oklahoma email me and I'll put you in contact with him.
On 12/19/06 John Sullivan
said:
I was aboard from 8/68 thru 10/69. It was a great place to be stationed and godd ship to
be a crew member of. I know at least one shipmate here, Barry Shields, and maybe some more and I
just can't recall them. This is what happens to guys when they are almost 60. If anybody's out
there in webland give me a hello.
On 12/07/06 MKC Wes Verinder (ret)
said:
I reported on Buttonwood in Galveston, March of 90 while they were enroute to RefTra
Littlecreek. 1 year later we slep'ed with the Papaw. Good times on the old boat. We worked the Mega
Borg fire off Galveston in July of 90, what a deal watching a 850 foot ship burn... Have a nice
day!
On 11/23/06 Charlie Jensen
said:
Have any of you folks checked out the CGSVA (Coast Guard Sea Service Veterans) website
yet ? There is a chat room, a forum and lots of photos.
On08/30/06 Ron
said:
does anyone know darryl coombs?? know where he can be located
On07/27/06 Rick Ross
said:
Buttonwood was my first ship. Went aboard in August 1960 and mad a 4 month West Pac
returning in December of 60.I was 18 years old when we left and probably 25 when we got back. Man
did I grow up on that cruise. I left in Feb of the next year for the Matagorda just across the dock
BUT she was leaving for Japan in one week and need crew members. After a taste of Japan on the
Buttonwood I knew I didn't want to wait for 9-10 months for another West Pac. Was a good ship and I
learned a lot that carried me through a 24 year career retiring in 1982 as a CWO3 BOSN.
On07/18/06 Greg Olsen
said:
I served on the Buttonwood 1969 and 1970 in Honolulu. I served with some great guys- Jerry
Johnson, Steve Voris, Barry Shields and many others. I am in contact with Jerry - would like to hear
from Steve Voris, Barry Sheilds or anyone who served in 1969 and 1970.
On
07/18/06 Ron
said:
5 decades have passed... looking for crew of buttonwood 306 at honolulu sand island base
On07/03/06 Charlie Jensen
said:
Thanks for the pictures, Dave. They are fine although there seems to be an awful lot of
rust staining and the foc'sle deck is horribly corroded. If they do not get busy with some
maintainence she will never make it through the next sixty two years.
On
07/03/06 Dave Maisenhelder
said:
Ok the pics are finally up, sorry it took so long. As a word of warning, they are large
but I figured you all would want the high res pics. http://dave.maisenhelder.com/pota.htm
On07/02/06 Charlie Jensen
said:
I am glad to hear that the old girl still floats although I do not know how. I hope
that Dave tells us if and when he gets the photos together on a website. . If anyone wants to
chat about their days on the ship send me an eMail
On04/19/06 Dave
Maisenhelder
said:
I was just on the Buttonwood yesterday. Several crewmembers from my ship visited her as
part of a good will project with the Dominican Navy. I took about 160 pics, I hope to have them up
on my web site soon.
On02/14/06 Greg (Bear) Vlasak
said:
In the early 70's I served on the Cutter Mesquite with Joe G. Whinihan. I was transfered to
the CGC Raritan and I latter learned Joe went to the CGC Buttonwood. If anyone know's of his where
abouts I would appreciate any information. Thanks You.
On01/12/06 Tom
Mahon
said:
Served on the Buttonwood 1961-1963 at Sand Island. Am looking for any and all photo's of
the Buttonwood, particularily of the deck and superstructure. Am building a scale model of her, 1/4'
to the foot scale (54' OAL) Want to make her as close to the 1960's era as possible. Thanks
On09/20/05 Fred Becker
said:
Good to hear from some of the old crew members stationed aboard prior to BUTTONWOOD's
departure to Galveston (SEP 79 - JAN 81). Just finished a 3 year tour on CHASE as 1LT. Now
starting a tour as CO of MATINICUS (110') in San Juan. Miss Hawaii, but Puerto Rico will do for
now. Take Care, Fred
On07/06/05 BILL HICKMAN
said:
I WAS ON THE BOTTONWOOD IN 1979 TRANSFERRED OFF AND WENT TO LEAVENWORTH ON A RIVER TENDER
LEFT IN 1983
On07/04/05 Paul (Paco) Tamez
said:
I saw some familiar names on here, including mine once or twice... I realize now I probably
could have enjoyed my CG duty a lot more if my attitude had been just a bit different. I couldn't
see the big picture. I must say, I had a lot of fun, though, and the Buttonwood was where I made
some good friends and did a lot of cool things that I can tell my grandkids soon. I've had some
contact with Bob Markland, Tony Coniglio, and now, John Harvan. I'd sure like to know what Larry
Coates, Steve Belzer, Robert Painter, Jack Dodson, James Shockley, and Jim Fisher are doing these
days. AND WHO THE HELL KNOWS WHAT HAPPENED TO FLOY ROY PATTERSON??? My best memories are the trip
to Christmas, Jarvis, and Johnston Islands... the cat eradications on Howland and Jarvis, and the
unbelievable diving in the Marshall Islands... especially Kwajalein Atoll. I've never quite been
able to explain to someone about the MASS of gooney birds on FFS. If anyone would like some
pictures of that time, email me and I'd be glad to send them to you. Sorry, I have no pics of our
Fantail Firefly episopes, only good memories. If anyone knows how I can contact LT. Merrill or CPT.
Anderson, let me know. I'd like to let them know I'm not in jail and I turned out OK. I've even been
married to the same woman for 23 years, have 3 kids, 2 grandkids, an education, and a respectable
career. Anyone feel free to email me. Aloha.
On07/01/05 John Harvan
said:
I served abard the Buttonwood '79 as SA freash out of bootcamp. Funniest event I can
remember Is Tom XXXX screwing a prostitute in the Capt.s Chair while in port in Pago Pago. Tom was
restricted to the ship for smoking reefer in the reefer and the crew felt sorry for him so they
brought him back a little Samoan treat!
On06/16/05 Jeffery Scott
Howard
said:
I served on Buttonwood as the QM1 when she was recommissioned in in 1994. Our crew, under
the command of Chris Conklin (an exceptional example of leadership), had the pleasure of sailing
Blackhaw form San Fran to Curtis Bay, Maryland. We decommed Blackhaw, crossdecked and commissioned
Buttonwood - I think for her second or third time. We were all in awe at the 'new' bow thruster,
improved berthing, etc. What a ride. And the trip to and from was so much fun. (NOTE: my only
regret is I didn't take more pictures. Do a favor for your future self and capture the good times,
you'll be glad you did). While I was there, I had the honor and pleasure of serving with some
incredible people - Chad Smith - computer wiz that wrote a DOS program that cut our work
significantly, Randy Dennis - always had a way to lighten the mood and exceptional at chartwork(...
back when we really needed charts), Larry Santos - exceptional chef, Jason Mosher - a great QM (but
I swear he broke a limb about every other month!) Rich Hildebrandt - his SK shop was always a place
to vent, Roy McCormes - the first Doc to ever suggest I may have an ulcer and counsel me on stress
management, Ryan Trudo - who saved me from certain confinement in a Mexican prison, Jeff Shield -
you could eat off of any surface in his ET shop. Some honorable mentions include Dan Pickles, Tim
Castle, Sean O'Brien, Kurt Lowman, Tracy Wannamaker, Judy Swanson, Scott Cliat, YN2 Martin, YN2
Hammett. My mentor on three different ships (Midgette, Blackhaw, Buttonwood), and good friend Frank
Parent. These are just a few of the folks that touched my life and made my time on the Buttonwood
so much more rewarding. These people taught me so much about life and leadership etc., and I will
always be thankful. Ironicly, the most disturbing moment in my career happened on Buttonwood too -
but thats a page for the LDC. If you are on a ship now, despite the hard work, long days, lack of
time, money and resources - I assure you that one day you'll remember and treasure those times and
people.
On06/12/05 Dave Smith
said:
Hey Reed, god to hear from you. Yes, the trip across was an all time hooter! and yes Ted
married Annette. 3 boys and 20 some odd years later still married...she must love pain*lol*...still
surfing...LCDR...Reed I'm impressed, no doubt deserve it.
On05/28/05
LCDR Kohberger
said:
Checking back in for anyone that sailed on the BUTTONWOOD during its change of homeport in
1981. Would love to hear from you. Still active duty, trying to hit that 75% mark at 30.
On05/17/05 Ted England
said:
It is good to see a couple more familiar names, Jim Carnes and Dave Smith. I didn't know
ya'll long but I remember you. Dave, did you marry that girl up in College Station? I did get an
email from Jeff Duffy a while back, sounds like he is doing pretty good. Tim Allen...keep your head
down over there in Iraq, get home safe.
On04/01/05 jim serrao
said:
On Buttonwood,61-62. Made a wespac and Samoan trip. Hello everyone..Aloha,Jim from Oahu.
On03/06/05 Charlie Jensen
said:
Just in case any of you are not aware of it, the Buttonwood was decomissioned on June
28th, 2001 at 10 AM at Yerba Buena Island, SF, CA. She then was comissioned as a 'Battleship' in the
navy of the Dominican Republic and from one photo I have looks quite impressive. May she and the men
who man her find calm seas and following winds for many more years. An additional note. Recently I
have become active as a docent on the SS American Victory, which is a partially refurbished Victory
Ship (WW II, Korea and Viet Nam ) moored in Tampa, Florida. After my tour in the CG I joined the
Merchant Marine and sailed on several USNS and commercial merchant ships including two similar
Victory ships during the unpleasentness in Viet Nam. Should any of you visit Tampa I hope you might
consider a day roaming about on her decks. The American Victory may not have a round hull but there
is a distinct feeling of bygone days you will get while climbing the ladders and viewing the crews
quarters.
On01/28/05 Eddie [worm] Knight
said:
on the Buttonwood from 73 to 75. mk2. Alot of great trips, good shipmates, great
softball games. I'd like to go back to those days. Any shipmates from that time, give me a
hollar.
On11/28/04 Ken Reveile
said:
On board BW as a Deckie 57 &58 remeber BMC Steve Horsley the Chief,the Westpac runs.Agreat
old GIRL who took us out but brough us home.Reported onboard as SN two hours before leaving Sand
Island for seven months at sea.Retired in 78' as BMCS
On11/26/04 Tim
Allen
said:
Jim, JD went with me and my wife Gerry after he was retired and the Buttonwood went to
Galveston. We kep him for many years until we had our first child and it was mainly due to he was
getting very old and non tolerate of children. Gave him to another Coastie in Coinjock and last I
heard he lived out a good long life until his passing back in the early 90's. As far as I go,
retired in 96 and moved around a few doing telcom until the bubble burst. Ended up buying a house
in WV and Rich wilke came out from ND to work for me. I got laid off but Rich is still down the
road from me. Still married to the same old girl from KY and we have 2 daughter (18 and 13).
Currently I am working in Iraq and have been here off and on since Nov 04. May make it another year
or so and call it quits. Currently working as a Project Manager on a large facility. Saw Rich
Wilke about 2 weeks ago, right before I headed back. We went to the shooting range and jsut hung
out. It was and has been nice to see him occasionally and to know that him and his family are doing
good. Take care
On11/05/04 Jim Doucette
said:
I was just looking through some old pic's and found a few of our old mascot dog J.D. and
remembered how he got his name at the club. Sure do miss that old dog. Jack Mativich gave me a ride
to the airport my last day on the Island, and the last I seen of J.D. he was chasing the car off the
base. Does anyone out there remember what happened to him?
On08/16/04
Ron Zawora
said:
Served on the Buttonwood out of Honolulu as a FN from 74-75 met alot of good people. Loved
that tropical routine. Just found out I live in the same town as the XO. Small world.
On08/13/04 jimmy carnes
said:
was sn onboard in 80 and shipped out to lorsta hokkaido instead of sail to texas. nothing
but fond memories, ships parties every day, throwing people into the harbor, cycles on deck for our
next tie up. fantail fireflies.
On07/31/04 Jim Doucette
said:
I served on Buttonwood 79'-80'. Left to EM'A' school prior to trip to Galviston. Great
times in Tonga and Samoa. Splashed some Navy bikes off the pier @ Midway. Great times , great crew.
Cdr. Bell was the best. Remember the Primo man on the water tower and the lens we carried off the
clif in Am. Samoa
On06/06/04 Stanley Schmidt
said:
Served on the Buttonwood: 70 – 72 still to this day trying to catch up with Dean kutz.
Takes a lot of gall to stick a fellow sailor with a defective automobile ( Hillman). Looking for
restitution ever since, Environmentalists are looking for me ever since also. The crew was crazy,
the two years are hazy (pink anchor, stripes on water tower, brawl in the club). If any of that crew
is around and capable of communicating in print or script, (I’m assuming these skills were developed
through the years) let’s get in touch. I’m located in DeWitt, Iowa, and very easy to find. Looking
forward to hearing from anyone that was on the Buttonwood 70-72.
On
04/21/04 Dean Freshour
said:
I was on the Wad back in 88. I want to say hi to all of the crew from back then. We had
some good times despite the sorry command. Hitting a jetty; what a screw ball.
On03/15/04 Joe Beasley
said:
Was on the Cutter Buttonwood April 1956--April 1958. Would like to hear fron anyone that
served with me during that time. Been looking for the location of YN William. Anyone know where he
is at, please let me know. Have some information for him. We had a great command & crew. Often think
of, Ensign Davis, Chief Ringsage & Helms, Warner & Holiday who taught me many thing in many ways.
Received a lot of good memories while aboard the 306
On02/18/04 Dave Smith
said:
Served on the Buttonwood in 81 made the trip through the Panama canal to Galveston, boy
was that a wild boat ride. Then we played catch up on all the aids that next year. The work was
hard, the hours long, and never seemed to end. I remember them fondly now. Was a true honor to know
Capt.Bell
On02/06/04 THOMAS LEE
said:
WAS ON THE BUTTONWOOD 1950 1953 IN HONOLULU HI. IS THE SHIP STILL IN COMMISSION> ARE THERE
ANY BALL CAPS? SHE IS IN SF CAL RIGHT?
On12/26/03 Bill Hoitt
said:
WAs on the Buttonwood from spring of 1948 until I transferred to Loran station in Kuawain
in 1949, would like to hear from anyone who was on board during that time, live in Richmond, Va
On11/11/03 Frank E. {skip} Rate
said:
Served with BMC Willis and his shadow the BM3 who taught me coxscombing. Also was on the
bridge when Bob Dunne came up in civies and Capt Moriarty kicked him off, remember that Bob ?
Retired in 84 as w3 Bwood best{almost} boat i was on.
On10/21/03 Ralph J. Doney
said:
First duty in 1952, Sand Island.Remembered supplying Lepers in Molaki, setting bouys for
the BIG ONE--Saddened, when Willie Esalu BM-1 lost his hand..Last saw the Button, when I drove on
I-95 to Richmond VA. there she was in a old boat yard...
On08/30/03 Charlie Jensen
said:
Reading the note about pink anchors reminded me (I don't understand the connection) of the
time the Captain decided to drop the hook in the lee of Lihua Rock, which is a crescent shaped
reminent of a long dormant volcano at the north end of Nihau. The chart said the depth was
reasonable, perhaps fifty or one hundred feet so we dropped the starboard anchor. . There was no
bottom, or at least we never touched it. The cable ran out one length after another and the DC1
tried to apply the brake. It finally worked with about six or eight cable lengths hanging straight
up and down. . The windlass took several hours to raise that much weight with firehoses played out
and water being sprayed on the motor to keep it cool. . I am a bit fuzzy on the exact length but
when the chain stopped we were at the last 100 feet or so. I guess if Captain Harris had lost it he
would have not gotten his promo to CDR and the command of Sand Island the next year.
On08/09/03 Jerry Johnson
said:
Hey Steve Voris--I tried to e-mail you but your e-mail address wasn't working. It sure
is good to hear that some shipmates from that timeframe are still breathing---Hope to hear from you.
On07/18/03 Steve Voris EM3
said:
buttonwood was fun 69-71,remember Midway pink anchors and racing stripe on watertower,also
salvage of Navy chopper off Midway, SAR OF Japense fishermen at Laysan. Would like to hear from old
crew, OLE OLSON Jerry Johnson or anyone.
On07/17/03 Charlie Jensen
said:
Still alive and Kickin' here is snny Florida. I am amazed that so few of the crew from the
1960-63 years post anything anywhere. I guess most are too old to learn these newfangled puter
thingys. . In those days she was at Sand Island and made several Westpacs and one Samoa trip. .
On05/20/03 Dan Petruso
said:
I did not serve on the Buttonwood-was on the Winnebago but my good friend Chuck Salenjus
was on the BW- Just a note to say for those who knew him--he passed over the big bar 3/2002 in
Everett, Washington- ashes scattered at sea where he can fish forever!!!!He was in Hawaii 66-68
On04/30/03 Bob Markland
said:
Served on the Buttonwood '77-'80 Honolulu, Hawaii. Member of Ships Dive team. Served with
MMC SEAL. Capt Ross Bell (The Very Best). Ens Del Santo, Luce, Morley. Have been in touch with
Tim Allen, Paco Tamez. BMC Willis. BMC Buston, RM Allen. I now live in Miami, Florida. Still Dive,
and have my own boat and fish all the time. Would love to hear from others. Anybody know where QM
Steve Belzer is?
On03/15/03 Gage Crone
said:
You guys can't send me to mast anymore, thank god. Matt its damn good to hear that you
came through your chemo well. I'm still in San Francisco, mangaging strip clubs of all things, its
like liberty in tiajuana everyday. Haines, Hedrick, Tiff, bullabough, Farmer, even BMC Bradley you
all were alot of great memories, even if you did threaten to rip my face off once chief. As always i
deserved it. Take care everyone. Deck force rules.
On02/09/03 Steve Haines
said:
Retired!! I'm retired now and living in San Diego. If anybody wants to chat just shoot me
an e mail.....Steve
On02/05/03 Lawrence Galten
said:
My dad served on the Buttonwood MM1 Robert Galten, also known as Pappy. The years I don't
know, but I am trying ti get some things together for my dad on the ships he served on. Can any one
help me with some things on the Buttonwood.
On12/09/02 Ted England
said:
I just received a Christmas card from MKCS (ret) Ben Hudnel's wife. I was said to hear
that he passed away July of this year. He taught me a lot, being a green kid from Kentucky.
On11/19/02 Lee Maitland
said:
Served on the Planetree 69-72 in Sand Island. Ran with a Crazy GM3-Bob Blodgett on the
Buttonwood at same time. Any seen or heard from Him
On11/17/02 PERIJET
said:
I was on the Bottonweed back in 78 - 79. Don't know where anybody is. Anybody herd from
Grif? Yea, Samoa's were great, along with a few dotted spots of land out there.
On10/31/02 Donald Watson
said:
I came aboard the wonderful 'wad' during the try at reftra in 86 and boy was that a start
to a intresting tour. I rememder the babysitting of 04 82 footers during le ops, Noaa bouy ops,
Taking the 400 ft freighter in tow to keep it from hitting the oil rigs, freeport grounding (though
I was on leave when it happened), Mega borg fire, shimpers blockade, and alot more. It was a great
tour and haven't seen a tighter crew since.
On 07/12/02 Jeffrey Morse
said:
I served on the Buttonwood from 79-81. Made the southpac trip and the trip to Galveston. I
have great memories of her and the crew. CO Bell was the greatest. Would like to hear from fellow
shipmates.
On 05/09/02 DENNIS LUCE
said:
HEY FELLOW SAILORS...I WAS LOOKING FOR, AND FOUND SEVERAL PEOPLE ON THE BUTTONWOOD FROM
76-78 THAT I HAVE PICTURES OF! DODSON..MR AWOL, CONIGLIO..LETS CHANGE A CLUTCH ON A MG MIDGET,
KITCHENS..STILL HAVE THE 'FRO'? AND LYLE RICE...ALWAYS WAITING FOR THE FIRST MORNING LIBERTY
LAUNCH...HOPING TO MAKE MORNING MUSTER! AND FELLOW DIVE TEAM MEMBER BOB MARKLAND..HOO-YAH! I LIVE
IN OCALA FLORIDA AND WOULD YOU BELIEVE THIS....FOUND CLYDE KELLER (XO) AND HIS WIFE RUBY. I WOULD
LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY OF YOU....I WILL TRY TO POST THE PICS ON A WEB SITE SO YOU CAN SEE WHAT KIND
OF FUN WE HAD.... AND ALL THE MISCHIEF..... I'LL POST THE WEBSITE ON THE 'BUTTONWOOD' SITE
(HERE) FOR ANYONE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SEE THEM. ANYONE KNOW WHERE TIM MORLEY IS? I'D LIKE TO FIND
MY OLD DIVE PARTNER ........DENNIS LUCE
On 04/16/02 Fred Becker
said:
Hey: If anyone wants to get in touch with me. I'm taking the Warrant (BOSN) 1st LT job on
CGC Chase in June. Take Care
On 03/25/02 Mrs. Robert Child
said:
Looking for anyone who served on the USCG Buttonwood in 1952 that was station at Enewitok
or Johnton Islands. I am looking to contact anyone who served with my husband Robert P. Child on the
Buttonwood.
On 03/14/02 Jamie Beasley
said:
I saved the Buttonwood from the trash. Not the actual vessel, but a wonderful 16 x 24
picture of her on the drydock at John Bludworth ship yard. I am the resident inspector from the MSO,
here at FirstWave Newpark Pasadena Shipyard(old J Bludworth yard). I wasn't sure which tender she
was until I looked her up on the CG Historian's web page. You can only make out the 306 on the
picture. After reading your comments, I feel I know more about her and some of the crew. Her picture
is one of many Coast Guard artifacts in the main office. She is hanging with much pride in my office
at the shipyard. Semper Paratus, JDB
On 03/01/02 HMC Ray Burdeos
said:
I served on board CGC Buttonwood from 1968 to 1970 in Hawaii. Our CO was LCDR Wadman and
XO was LT Bell. Other shipmates were ENS Cosby, BMC Schlinke, ET1 Teves, CS1 Cabanas, SK2 Dagsa, EMC
Cortez, BMI Smotherman, and etc... Would like to hear from former shipmates.
On 02/08/02 Leon Morgan
said:
Gosh, its been a long time since I have seen some of the names listed here. I was Qm3 on
board from 88-89, lived and worked with some great folks.Moreno I think of you and BM1----- just
about everytime I use a teller machine. And yes I remember the jetty crash in Freeport,TX.Im now a
Lt. in the USPHS stationed in the Mobile,Al area doing environmental health and safety work. Feel
free to drop me a line.
On 01/10/02 Mike Lambeth
said:
I haven't checked in here for a LONG time! What's up Moreno! I remember hitting the jetty
in Freeport! 'Were flooding?? Really??'.. And Pack was 100 pounds of TWISTED steel and sex appeal!
:)
On 11/09/01 Matt Bullabough
said:
Served onboard B-wood from 95-98 as YN2. Now a YN1 & Admin Supervisor at CG Air Station
Clearwater & loving it. Some of the great guys I remember were BM3 Mike Coffey, SK2 (now SK1) Chris
Hedrick, QM1 (now QMC) Fran Fitzpatrick, QM2 Mark Clayton, FS1 Steve Haines, LTjg (now LT) Jason
Beatty. Hey Chris, remember chucking the trash overboard in Mexico only to find that we were DIW?
And let's not forget the 'Red Light District' in Mazatlan...WOW! I always had fun onboard
Buttonwood but unfortunately I got short-toured by about 3 months due to Liver Disease. I underwent
a year of Chemo & am currently in full remission and doing great (thank God)!! Hope to hear from
some of you guys. mattinfla@hotmail com
On 09/29/01 Charlie Jensen
said:
Are any of the crew interested in getting together at some time. A couple of us are
retired and living in Florida. cdj1122@yahoo.com
On 08/19/01 TCC Rick Landry
said:
Was a Deckie onboard the ole girl from 85 to 86. I did the La Ceiba Honduras trip and
also the infamous NOAA buoy trip (Red over Red). Anybody remember those days??
On 07/31/01 BM2 Patterson
said:
what better way than to go out on my birthday... I learned so much being on the
Buttonwood, serving under then BMC Bradley. It was hard work and it groomed me to be the BM I am
today. ATON is the only way!
On 07/10/01 BMCS Bruce Bradley
said:
Buttonwood was the last of the 4 great 180ft WLB's I sailed, all gone now. Was the BMC
from 1994 to 1997, from Washington to Mexico and all ports in between. Good crews and good work,
underway is the only way.
On 06/13/01 Pete Lucyga
said:
Served on the Buttonwood as a greenhorn ET2 from 78-80 in Hono, and it was one of the best
tours. Left the Guard July 00 as a semi-crusty CWO4, would not mind doing it all over again. I'm
near Sacramento now, and hope to make it on June 28th! Capt Bell was the best!!
On 06/10/01 Bryan Farmer
said:
Serving on the Buttonwood from June96-98 was one of the best tours of my career in the CG.
The crew always helped one another in time of need. It was a Pleasure to serve under Capt Anne Ewalt
& CWO4 Larry Fletcher. I'll miss the old Girl when she's gone.
On 05/31/01 Mike Cruz
said:
The Buttonwood was my only sea duty (2 yrs) as storekeeper (SK2/SK1) back in 6/73-6/75.
Enjoyed the bi-weekly run to Lorsta French Frigate Shoals, yearly trip to Midway Island and Lorsta
Kure Island. We have a good crew. Buttonwood will be missed by the old crew.
On 05/12/01 Larry Santos
said:
you will be missed lady
On 05/08/01 PAUL MORENO
said:
What a time, the wood was my first unit out of bootcamp. Reported onboard in DEC 87 till
Dec 90. When I left I was the key holder to the ship, 'Are those keys still around' I really made
alot of good friends, and had alot of good times. For all you fellas who remember me, LIL MO, shoot
me and e-mail back. Ohh yeah how could I forget, who was on the Buttonwood when we hit the rocks,
that was something. The greatest thing I remember was how tight a crew we where, times have really
changed since then. I have some pictures of swim calls and pics of the old crew standing off the
stbd side in Bravo's, and the talent show we had on the bouy deck. Ohh yeah if it wasn't for the
yard period, I would have never met my wife who I am still with to this day, for the fellas who knew
me back then 'hehe'. I do recognize alot of the names in hear so don't be a stranger. 'Pacman, 100
pounds of steel and sex appeal.' yeah I still remeber the nicknames.
On 04/27/01 Amy Florentino
said:
I am putting together a book for decommissioning this June. If any former BUTTONWOOD
sailors have pictures or sea stories, I would appreciate hearing from you. You can email or call.
The phone number to BUTTONWOOD is (415)399-3590.
On 04/20/01 Freddie
said:
Well talk is cheap if you weren't on Deck Force. Yeah, I was Pilot of my very own
Perijet. Custodial Engineer to be precise! Reported aboard Septiembre de Setentanueve hasta Enero
de Ochentauno. Lots of fun at the Rose and Crown in Waikiki. Are Duffy, Johnny Del, Crazy Jack
Mat, Pete, Bra Roth and Cookie out there somewhere? Let's hear from you!
On 03/16/01 Tim Allen
said:
Billy Rushing, I will let Rich Wilke that you want him to drop you a line. I will give
him a yell here in few hours. He is currently living donw the street from me in West Virginia and
has been working for me for a little over 8 months now. I'll let him to know to get back on here
and put in his two cents to all the people that were on the Buttonwood for the last few years in
Hono under Ross Bell.
On 02/26/01 Dave Kunde
said:
Wow! I was on the Buttonwood during 79. Was a SN and left to go to BM school in December
of that year. Some of the names I remember. Had a great time on board and will never forget all
the fun we had at Midway Island one time, we almost got booted out to sea.
On 02/23/01 Billy Rushing
said:
I served on the Buttonwood as SK2 from 78-79. I retired in 91 and would like to hear from
the old crew. If anyone has contact with Rich Wilke tell him to drop me a line. From what I have
read Ross Bell CO was a great Co and the best that I have ever served under. It really brings back
alot of memories about the trips we took and the places and things that happened on these trips.
On 02/21/01 Tim Allen
said:
MK2 79-81: Just a quick note to let Teddy England know that he can contact me at the
below and the next time I'm up in Lousiville I will try to contact him. Also Rich Wilke nows lives
down the road from me about 2 miles and is working for me in the new and exicting world of TeleComm
(snipe to fiber Optic-go figure). Acutally have made it one of my goals to get the best people I can
and my best came from the Guard, currently have 3 others from the Guard that work for me spread out
over 3 States. If Teddy England reads this, beside Rich Wilke working for me, I also have Larry
Ames that is working for me, you may remeber him as the MKC from the Jarvis that helped us out when
we were racing the old Bette the bomber. Everyone else drop a line some time letting me know how
you are.
On 12/15/00 Soup
said:
QM 78-80; Gotta say this time frame has got to be the heaviest represented on this cutter.
Ross Bell CO, Scott Merrill XO, Seldom Seen OPS, Space Angel and Kelly the Wonder Dog, Paco Tamez,
Bob Markland (slowest striker on the planet) the others seemingly are all already listed. Who can
forget the log runs to La Perouse (FFS) or cat-eradications on various banana islands. Theme
song(s)? 'Alice's Restaurant' & 'New World Man' - or Geigers punch you favorites from Cheap Trick.
Cheers Charlie.
On 09/19/00 Eric Ashwell
said:
So long I guess to my first unit out of boot in fall of '87. Great REFTRA in 88...first
pit stop in New Orleans, then on to Savannah for St Patrick's day. On the way home hit Jax and Key
West (you'd think it was a white hull or something!) Anyway, would like to hear from anyone I might
know that was on during 87-88 (or anyone just wanting to share a story). I'm now a QMC working in
Boston. So long BUTTONWOOD (I still won't forget needle-gunning through the hull - she was an old
ship 13 years ago!)
On 09/17/00 Ted Germond
said:
Buttonwood was my 1st duty station out of boot camp (Alameda). 6-70 thru 1-71. Two trips
to Midway, Kauai twice, Maui once, all the A-to-N in Pearl Harbor. Yes, Dean. I remember the pink
anchor episode @ Midway. Ran aground @ French Frigate Shoals.
On 08/29/00 Ted England
said:
80-82 Hawaii to Galveston. 20 years in the Coast Guard and the Chief's I had on there
helped me for the past 20 years...MKCS Ben Hudnel, MKC Gardy Davis and EMC Bill Mears, I just
retired and moved back to Kentucky. (I am still looking for a job Tim). A lot of interstates run
through Louisville, if any of my old shipmates are passing through, give me a call. Ted
On 08/21/00 Charlie Jensen
said:
Tom and I are living in the West Central Florida, Tampa Bay area, less than twelve miles
apart, as the crow flies. Any other crew in the area ?
On 08/11/00 Tom mahon
said:
Served as EM3 on Buttonwood from 61-63 in Honolulu,have teamed with Charlie Jensen to
track down other shipmates. Anyone with knowledge of crew that served aboard from 60-63 please
contact.
On 07/20/00 Robert Dunne
said:
ET2 on for the WestPac 1966 with CO Morarity. Enlistment expired while in Japan and got
off as soon as we got back.
On 07/10/00 Jack Dodson
said:
I was on board from June'77 to Aug.'78. The C.G. turned out not to be my thing, but the
short stint I did on the buttonwood included some of the best times I ever had. Getting to see the
other Hawaiian Islands, and an insane trip to the Marshall Islands are some of my fondest memories.
Looking back it's amazing the hell raising we got away with. I raise my glass to Jeff Young (my
partner in crime, literally) Chief Rhoades (best boss ever) and Captain R.L. Anderson (thanks for
not sending me to jail). Later,Goatman.
On 06/01/00 Kevin Ford '82 - '85
said:
I Served aboard the Buttonwood from 82 - 85 as a Quartermaster. Looking for anyone who
served during the same time. She was a great ship with a great crew! Sorry to hear she will be
decomissioned.
On 05/15/00 Charlie Jensen '60-'63
said:
I have a letter from the current XO of the Buttonwood that indicates that the ship will be
decomissioned during the spring or summer of 2001, in San Francisco I assume. They have a list of
former shipmates who might like to attend the ceremony. If there is anyone interested in attending
the address is Lt. B.J. Ripkey,X.O., CGC Buttonwood, Yerba Buena Island, San Francisco, California,
94130
On 04/19/00 George S. Solomon
said:
I was on board from 1983 to 1985. Had some pretty enteristing cruises. Looking for
shipmates.
On 03/05/00 Ruben Aguirre
said:
Reported to Buttonwood as SS1 on 1st of Jan 1980 right after a bad divorce. The CG
punished me by sending me there, too many women, too short a time. This was one of the best units I
served in with a great skipper and crew, miss you guys!
On 03/02/00 Tim Allen
said:
Hello to all the Buttonwood crew from the last days of the Honolulu homeport. Buttonwood
was one of the best tours I ever had and enjoyed it very much serving with those such as Charlie
Colburn, Rich Wilke, Ivol Sexton, Teddy England, Gary Davis Gary (bra) Roth, Capt. Bell (best
skipper ever), Fred Lane,the Z man, Doc Jones, Mr. Green, Richarson, Larry Dodge, Garry Smith, way
to many to mention in this short space. Great trips to Samoa (never forget the 100's of cases of
Olympia beer that we couldn't give away-Sadie Thompas Lounge at the Rainmaker singing Craw Dad Hole,
riding bike back to boat in total darkness and blinded by Wild Turkey, drinking Gin with Gary Smith
on beach looking at fine freindly tourist). Who of us will ever forget the trek to work the range
light with the batteries, structure, boards, cooler of beer, guided by a local over the quicksand,
etc. Diving off the Matilda from the MSD at Pago, Pago (had to be the best tour in the Guard, those
luck MSD crew). It is memories and people like those that I ahve for the Buttonwood that made all
the bad times in the Guard well worth everthing.
On 03/01/00 Charlie Colburn
said:
Served aboard Buttonwood 78-80 as RM1. Great crew. Trips to the Samoas, Tonga, Midway
were great and will always bring back fond memories.
On 01/24/00 Tommy McCarthy
said:
This is Big Mac, AKa Tommy McCarthy.I was sta.out of Boot 80 to 81.Made the trip to
Galveston from Hawaii.Brian Orr i remember you.And a couple of other names too.
On 01/21/00 Brian Orr
said:
Buttonwood was my first unit out of boot. 1980-81. I wasn't there long. Didn't make the
trip to TX. I stayed in the 13th.
On 01/04/00 Rich Boes
said:
Onboard as MK1 fm 86-89, had a great EO, MKC and great crew.
On 12/30/99 FN Tom Wesselhoft
said:
Served on the Buttonwood in 1948 at Okinawa and brought it back to Honolulu in 1949. Got
off at Sand Island and went to Jersey City supply depot. Sanderson was the Engineering Officer. I
remember many names from the ship...too many to list. If anyone was on the ship during my time,
please write me.
On 12/25/99 Travis Trusty
said:
I was on the Buttonwood from 85-87. Spent many of time tied to dock at the yards in
houston and galveston. I worked with ( at the time ) DC1 Zile til he made chief. I was there with
Mr. Struab and Jhonny Barnhill and others. I also remeber anchoring off and looking at galveston
from a different point of view, the water side.
On 12/24/99 Sn Charles Heredia
said:
The Buttonwood was my first station out of bootcamp[foxtrot 93].It was a great ship,good
crew,lots of party animals and the best liberty ports.1974&75 were very good years.
On 12/07/99 Nick Edgecomb
said:
I was stationed on the Buttonwooc 5/59--5/60 Had some great trips around the Pacific. I
still want to return to some of those islands. Spent some time in dry dock 5/59. Spilled bouy paint
down someones pants while pulling bouys. Remember I had to hide out for a while. Our cook Bennie
made great raisin jack. We had bad weather one trip and several gallons blew up in the hole. We had
to flush out the hole before inspection. The autoclave didn't work and it stored CC and VO until it
ran out.Then Bennie would hit the Listerine and Coke while making a new batch of raisin jack. Had a
CBM that would kick your ass for whistling on the ship. Only bosn's and queers, he said whistled on
a ship. Had a cable break on one of the islands while tring to pull bouy off the reef. I thought we
were goners with that cable whipping around our heads. Had a engine room fire at sea once but it was
dealt with and we kept going. Had one hell of a storm in 59. I remember that round bottom and ice
breaking bow made for some wild rides. We had some great island parties drinking coconut joy juice
and a green beer made in Honolulu but I can't remember the name of it. Anyone remember any of this
drop a e-mail.
On 12/03/99 tiffani k. patterson
said:
i was on the buttonwood from may '95- apr '97 i was one of the first six enlisted females
on the boat.
On 11/15/99 John Pack
said:
Just wanted to say Hi to all my shipmates from the Buttonwood. I was stationed on the
buttonwood when she was in Galveston Tx. I was a seaman awaiting AE 'A' school. I was stationed on
Buttonwood from 88 till 90
On 11/12/99 John Ball EM2
said:
Served as Electrician 66-67. We did a great WestPac trip.
On 09/17/99 Randal Dennis
said:
I was on the Buttonwood fm 1992-95 as a QM3-2. Had a great trip picking up the old girl
in Baltimore, although it was a tad cold.Seemed as if we were always gone, but, luckily, you don't
remember the bad times as much as you remember the good ones! I miss the 'Cadillac of the fleet'.
If you remember basking in the 'pool' on the buoy deck, give me a call.
On 08/19/99 Wes
said:
Buttonwood was my first duty station. Between BMC Charlie Robert Schlinke (the pride of
Nixon TX), Little Tom, EN1 Dean Kootz; Ens Bob Cosby, Lt Ross Bell and the rest of the crew it's a
wonder any careers survived, there had to be a law about having so much fun. It was a great goup of
folk who knew how to work and how to play. I learned many positive and important lesson from that
crew that have served me well, even if we were all politically incorrect (remember the camping trip
to Kauai). Today the entire crew would be discharged and 306 sank for our expolits of 28-29 years
ago. It was a great place to learn that it's the crew that make the unit not the steel.
On 06/21/99 Charlie Jensen
said:
Served on Buttonwood about 2 1/2 years, '61, '62, '63. Skipper was Wilber E. Harris. The
memories of all the Westpac and Samoa runs, especially the liberty ports like Naha, Yokosuka, Sublc
and Hong Kong make me wish I could do it all again. Not to forget Hotel Street
On 03/26/99 Johnny Barnhill
said:
I was the corpsman onboard from Nov '84 to Oct '87. Saw a trip to Honduras, then a 2 month
trip to Mayport and Little Creek,where we were broken down most of the time. Then a week after we
got back, got underway on a 'secret' MLE mission to babysit 4 82s in the middle of the Gulf of
Mexico for six weeks. Medivaced the first CO off for appendicitis, got off the Wad right before the
2nd one had his heart attack. And of course, who can forget the INFAMOUS buoy 26?
On 03/22/99 Dave Straub
said:
BUTTONWOOD was my first ship out of basic - 76. I never thought I'd spend the next 22
years doing the CG thing. Now a retired YNC and living in Portsmouth, VA. Would love to hear from
ya.
On 02/14/99 larry stoffregen
said:
Served as BM3 '66-'67. Had a great time there in Honolulu (I got married while there and
still have the same woman for 32 years now). Had to rotate out to Cape May NJ in March'67... froze
our butts off, but that's a different story. What was the name of the CWO during that time? I
remember he was rather short and would fight a circle saw! Hard on the outside but a great guy
inside. Had a hell of a going away party when I left. Stay in touch.....
On 01/25/99 Dale Downing
said:
Was on board for the decommisioning in Maryland. Picked up thePapaw.
On 01/22/99 jack Ellington
said:
My dad, Jack Ellington, was on the Buttonwood 1941-43 in theSouth Pacific. He's living
still in Northern California. Any-one from that era plus respond to daughter's email. thx.
On 01/14/99 MKC Ted England
said:
My first unit in the Coast Guard. I reported aboard in 1980, in Hawaii, no orders, no
uniforms, and fresh out of Kentucky. It was an eye opening experience. I have ran into very few
people who made the trip to Galveston. Chris Bonner was the XO then, I have bumbed into him quite
a bit. I transferred in 1982. I am now on the Sweetgum...I have come full circle...my first ship
was a 180 and my last will be a 180.
On 01/04/99 Jerry Johnson
said:
I served on the Buttonwod from 69-71 in Hono as SN/BM3. CO was Ken Wadman; XO was Ross
Bell. That tour was one of the most memorable in my 22 year career. What ever happened to Ole
Olson, Charlie Pimm, Steve Voris, John Patterson, Joe Enriquez, Lonny Damareaux etc. ? Yes Little
Tom - I remember Midway (sort of a haze though).
On 12/16/98 John Willis
said:
Yea I was on the Buttonwood many times,starting from the middle 60's ret BMC
On 11/17/98 Rodney Filippelli
said:
I was an SA on board fm Oct 88 - Jun 89. Went to RD school and now a RDC.
On 11/16/98 Hamilton
said:
I was on the 306 while Pratt and Bradley had the deck (93-95) any one else out there at
that time dial me up.
On 09/30/98 bob smith
said:
Served at Sand Island as BMC fm 69-71 enjoyed the tour.
On 09/12/98 Conrad Wicht
said:
Was passenger from May 1950-June 1950 to LORSTA Roguron. Back on board Aug 1953 to May
1954 as ET2. Delivered a Power Wagon to FFS direct to the dock. Someone said it was first time it
was done since WWII.
On 09/09/98 Mike Cruz, SKCM (Ret.)
said:
Was on Buttonwood at Honolulu 6/73-6/75 as SK2/SK1. Enjoy my two years tour, we have a
great crews. Buttonwood still looks goods, now homeported at Yerba Buena Island, San Francisco, CA.
I have the opportunity to visit her early this year.
On 08/12/98 Anthony Coniglio
said:
The NRPX has been missed by many. Any sign of Paco Tamez, Tim Morley, Dave Charte or
other fantail fireflies? - ..- ... ..- --... ...-- Tony C.
On 08/12/98 Dean Kutz
said:
Dean Kutz EN2 - EN1 onboard 70 -72 in Honolulu. Kenny Wadman and Dave Smith were CO.
Ross Bell was XO. Wadman and Bell were the greatest. Jack Scarborough was ops. George Cain and Ski
were EO. Had some great liberty times in Kauai and the Big Island. No one believes the stories in
todays politically correctCG. Does anyone remember painting anchors pink at Midway, and painting CG
racing stripe on the water tower at Midway. What a greatcrew and tour of duty. I went to OCS in 74
and am now an O-6
On 06/02/98 Ernie Meech
said:
After 2 months on light house at Beaver Island Mi, transferredto Buttonwood , spent 18
months aboard Jan 1955 thru May 56was a great crew
On 05/27/98 Tim Allen
said:
Hey Bob,See that you got on the BW Reunion Hall alright. Now if we can just get a few
others to say hello and let us know what they are doing, it would be great.I'll try to get up with
you this week and maybe we can go toss one down and talk more about the ole BW and Bell. Capn'
Bell, if your out there give us a yell and let us know how life is going, I thank that you can tell
by some of the postings here that you were well respect and hold a good spot in alot of our
hearts.Later!
On 05/22/98 BOB MARKLAND
said:
SERVED 77/80 HONOLULU. MEMBER SHIP'S DIVE TEAM. COMMANDER ROSS BELL THE BEST. I AM NOW
LIVING IN MIAMI IN TOUCH W/TIM ALLEN. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM OTHERS.
On 04/29/98 Mike Kitchens
said:
Old 306 best boat, great shipmates (HI) 75-77. Anthony Coniglio (RM3) didn't you have an
MG back in those days great times. Straub if your the same person I rember were both from TX, I
think you lived in Austin, you took me to your house while we were on leave, I remember seeing the
biggest x-mas tree I have ever seen. Some of us (myself) lost track of people YNC had no idea.
Great to see you made Chief.Lyle Rice I heard you went to OCS great to see you as a LCDR. Your were
a great GM.
On 04/20/98 LCDR Lyle Rice
said:
I was the GM from '75 to
On 04/02/98 Todd Gentile
said:
JO onboard from 1983-1985.
On 03/22/98 Guy Aylor
said:
On board 73-75 Sand Island, Hawaii, Did a lot of rust chasing while on board, one of the
greatest crews I have seen.
On 03/16/98 YNC D Straub (RET)
said:
Served as SA/SN from 76-77 before going to CGD14. Now retired and living in Portsmouth,
VA.
On 12/25/97 Ben Hudnell
said:
Looking for old shipmates station aboard in hawaii & galveston
On 12/07/97 Harry Dozier
said:
Best ship ever! Came on for transfer from Sand Island to Galveston as MK3, left in 83 as
MK1 to Eagle. Ross Bell was the best CO I ever saw. Any snipes remember the electrical fire
outside San Diego?
On 11/22/97 Gene Gray
said:
Decommed the old girl for SLEP, swapped her out for PAPAW. Was XO and had a great
crew...with a few exceptions (don't worry they are all out of the CG now!) Worked our butts off,
can't count how many times we had to do discrep response on Houston Ship Channel #'s 25 & 26! Lots
of fun in Matamoros and Corpus on Libbo!
On 10/18/97 RW Kerr
said:
Was the Gunner's Mate aboard the 306 in 73-75. Toughest duty for a GM in the CG. Count
the bullets every day, shoot the .50s each quarter and work on your tan!!
On 10/03/97 Little Tom Smotherman
said:
Was on the Buttonwood as BM2/BM1 in 71-72. Served with Capt. Dave Smith and Kenny Wadman,
Ross Bell XO, Ens. Bob Cosby, Charlie Schlinke BMC and lots of other good sailors. Remember
Midway.
On 09/19/97 Rick Gustin
said:
On board from June 1980 to March 1981. Took her through the Panama Canal to her new
homeport of Galveston, Texas, where they didn't need Radiomen anymore. Rich Wilke (Wendel) was my
Rm2, and we had a blast. What a great crew ! Was sorry to see it leave Hawaii.
On 06/11/97 BMCM Charles W. Lyttle Ret.
said:
Was BMC from 73-75, at Sand Island, Hono. We had a lot of good men and officers that
brought a piece of crap up to operational excellence. As a whole it was a good team effort.
On 05/01/97 Doug Gregg
said:
Was EO 75-77 at Hono.
On 04/30/97 Bob Cosby
said:
She was my first duty out of OCS.'71&'72. Ross Bell was XO and Ken Wadman was CO. Great
duty and great memories. Was diving officer and operations officer. What can you say about the
liberty on Kauai, Maui, and the big island in those days?
On 04/27/97 Alan Haines ET1 67-71
said:
I was on Buttonwood temporarily when we were all returned to French Frigate Shoals after
storm washed out out airstrip. Later served with EN3/EN2 Sid Markham at Group Monterey. He was on
Buttonwood during Vietnam. I still keep in touch with him if anyone is interested.
On 04/11/97 CWO3 Reed Kohberger
said:
On in '81 as QM3, took her PCS fm Hono to Galveston, Hi Tim, and yes Bell best ever.
On 04/11/97 Anthony C. Coniglio Jr.
said:
Came aboard as RM3 fresh fm school. FFS was a great place to visit. Swim call underway
was the best.
On 04/07/97 Tim Allen
said:
On board from 79-80 with Ross Bell (best Capt ever) and got off when she went to
Galvaston. Very fond memories off all personnel and trips, Somoa was outstanding.
On 04/05/97 BMC Randy Smith
said:
Reported aboard in 1990 and was aboard when Buttonwood went into S.L.E.P. Finished tour on
CGC Papaw.
On 03/30/97 Whitney Leake
said:
Served as QM2 from 86-89. I saw 3 CO's and 3 XO's. I was on watch when the 2nd CO had
his heart attack. It was an interesting tour to say the least.
On 03/15/97 Matt Leahy
said:
On BUTTONWOOD 2 years 87-89. Spent much of time stuck to pier with mechanical problems.
Went through 3 CO's during the two years.
On 03/04/97 Al DaCosta
said:
Was on Buttonwood in '47/48/49 while in Honolulu. Transfered off to go up to DistOfc
CommCntr. Guess there's not many left from that time period. She a rolling you know what but,
now, I enjoyed the trips
On 01/04/97 Greg Straub
said:
Four years onboard as Warrant Bosn from 85-89 in Texas. Saw the crew changeover 3 times
including 3 CO's
On 12/03/96 john persons
said:
JOHN PERSONS RM2 ON BUTTONWOOD IN 1966 IN HONOLULU
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