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OLD Reunion Hall Table for: USCGC Ingham On 03/07/08 John Dunn said: I'm not a former crewmember of the Ingham, but I am a retired CG CPO. I just took my son to Patriot's Point for a Cub Scout sleep over. I must say that the condition of the exterior of the Ingham was disgraceful. I guess the state of South Carolina owns it now, but it was weather beaten bad. The white paint was cracked and needed stripping and refinishing. The red stripe was pink, and the black numbers grey. Very disappointing. This ship is a piece of history and for whatever reason Patriot's Point doesn't seem to be on the ball when it comes to exterior upkeep. On 03/06/08 thomas said: Mike ,yes glad I took some photos the old 35mm really paid off . I might post more hopefully no one here will mind. may go see the Ingham this weekend I'll take more up to date photos as well . On 03/06/08 Mike Thomas said: Nice shots tc, I even saw a much younger me in the RHI one!! It's cool seeing some familiar names here. Glad to see you're doing well Joey (puppy) Kosuda, did you retire in Goldsborro NC? On 03/06/08 tc said: Photo of Chico has been uploaded also one other of Gep,barton, clarke . working the rhi. name of photo Ingham group One .. Oh and Joe got a photo of you on the fantail , On 02/21/08 Richard Hanner aka Grit said: I remember Chico as a Boiler Tender at Portsmouth in 1973-74. I am sure this is the same Chico Rivera. He hated Flu Shots. On 02/16/08 Joe Kosuda said: Served on Ingham twice from 83-87 Fa to MK2 now retired MKC. I worked for Chico and Al Derago in the Fireroom. I worked for Frenchy in A-Gang on my second tour. Your comments bring back many memories. I spent 2 wonderful months messcooking for Jimmy and Sonny. I must find my pictures of the Toga party on the fantail. Some other people I remember, Frank Duffek, FN Peterson, Stu Franco, EM3 King, Rich Lenakee. Joe Rizzo was my first roomate, then Frank Duffek. Our crew was very close nit group. Also remember Fat Daddy, Pine Tree. Great Time. On 01/22/08 Greg Smith aka said: After my last post, I got an email from Dave Merrill, and it brought back more memories. I see the posts from Fenn, Wing, an others that I remember. One major memory that came back over the last day or two was our biggest athletic achievement. In '84 we were the first floating unit to place in the top three in the Admiral's Cup Softball Tournament. Now I will really test my memory since we had some good teams over the three years I played. Correct me if I am wrong. I think I have the lineup down real close if not right. Pitcher was MK1 'Chico' Rivera, catcher was 'Wild Eyed' 'Tiny' Gordon, 1b was CDR/XO Bill Bowen, I played 2b, SS EM3 JJ Sullivan, 3b LTJG 'Fast Ed' Nagle, LF DC3 John Lee, LC MK2 Steve 'Frenchy' Grenier, RC SN Dave Merrill, RF SN Gino Defazio. The only two I remember coming in off the bench were SS1 Bob Swanson, and GM1 Bob Gross. Then in '85 we had 'Pudge', SN Dan Hinojosa, and DC3 Jessup. I even have two of our cadets from '85 and '86 who are both CDRs at Yorktown now. Small world. I just got an email from another shipmate who is retiring this year, LTJG now Capt. Jim Mazzona. I still keep in touch with a few others these days. John Lee and Kenny Walker are Warrants. Ed Nagle and Jim Bjostad are both Captains. I saw Dave Armstrong's post. He was one of the last Gm3s I was on there with. GM1 now GMCS (Retired) Hal Hoffman works at Yorktown too. I guess it is odd how memories come back, but then again, it was my best tour. Does anyone know what became of YNC Chuck Tate? Oh well, I am sure that more will come back to me, but for now, thanks to all Ingamites, even those before or after me, who made her what she was. Still the most decorated US Warship ever except for the Arizona. I would say we are in pretty good company. Best wishes to all, and email me if you were there for the '84-'86 time frame. On 01/22/08 James Kelley said: I was stationed onboard the CGCIngham right after boot camp in Aug of1980 while in dry docks in Baltimore.I left in about March of 1981 to S.S.school in calf. i did 4yrs active and 4yrs medical hold it is good to read about other ship mates that was statoined on her Im hoping one day soon to go down to South Carolina to see her one more time. I will never forget her. I hope to hear from some one that was stationed there when i was. On 01/17/08 William Hayes said: I have been talking to a couple guys that stationed onboard the Ingham and have come up with some great pictures. If anyone else has any pics that I could use to make sure that I get as many details as I can right it would be a great help. These pics will only be used by me and will not ever be seen by anyone else except the crew that is working on her. You can e-mail me anything that you think that will help to me at william.d.hayes@uscg.mil or to the e-mail address on this site. Thank you , William On 01/17/08 Greg Smith (aka) Gunny said: It is great to see that so many shipmates are doing well. I was a GM3/2 onboard from 84-86. I saw Bill Miller's memory of the container ship sinking. It was 17 men and a cat. Jim Ferneyhough was Coxs'n, Frenchy Grenier I think was boat engineer, and Gino Defazio was the Seaman. I was the shipboard swimmer that day. 25 footers with the MSB in the water for 7 hours. I was there with Bob Gross, Chuck Tate, Bob Vachula, Fast Eddy Kittel?, Nick Oxendine, Kenny Walker, and on an on. 'Mighty I' was definitely my best tour. I retired in 02 as a GMC. Now I am instructing young Coasties at Port Security 'A' School in Yorktown. The Guard was too good to me to let go yet. On 01/16/08 William Hayes said: I am currently the BM1 at Sector Charleston, SC. Just to let all you guys know that starting next week I will be heading up the rehab project on the CGC Ingham. The old girl is in really bad shape but, I believe that we can get her back looking good again. I will post pictures as the work progresses. Anyway I was just wanting to let you know that I am going to do my best to make you guys pride of her. On 01/13/08 Jack Heinlein said: I was a BT2 on the Ingham in 1967 and 1968. Last cruise for me was the Cadet Cruise in the summer of 67. Prior to the Ingham I served on both the Chincoteague and Mistletoe. Hopefully there will be another Ingham reunion or one for those that served on the Secretary Class Cutters. On 01/11/08 Tim Judge said: I WAS ON THE INGHAM FROM SEPT 66 TO JUNE 67 ON THE DECK FORCE, TRANSFERRED TO THE USCG MISTLETOE THEN BASE PORTSMOUTH. AFTER GETTING OUT OF THE CG I JOINED THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT WHERE I WORKED FOR 30 YEARS. I RETIRED IN 2001 AND MOVED TO PORT ORANGE, FLORIDA WHERE MY WIFE AND I RESIDE. On 01/06/08 Bob shorty yaw said: Just Passing thru checking the mail, Inghamites till the end. On 01/02/08 scott b ruete said: This is Scott Ruete, QM2, and I was staioned TAD on your ship for the Cadet Cuise to Europe in the early 80's. My email address is sruete@msn.com. Regards, Scott On 01/02/08 Mike Thomas said: Hello Mark Miller, (AKA Salad bar) and Bill miller (AKA scarecrow) I trust all is well your way this holiday season! Inghamites rule!!!!! On 12/31/07 Walter Kane said: oops... Getting old... Meant to ask, serving during 1974... cheers! On 12/31/07 Walter Kane said: Any Radiomen around who served on NRDL during 1977? Where'd we all go? My subsequent 'radio' bio is available via www.qrz.com, enter callsign WB1FYS for details and a picture of me standing on the fantail. 73's and all the best for new year 2008. On 12/27/07 emilycecilia said: Looking for RTC Charles Osborne who was on Ingham in PHilippines approx between 1945 & 1946. On 12/25/07 ron gross said: jeepers creepers miller, i remember you. Are you a snipe or what. On 12/24/07 Mark Miller said: Wishing a happy and safe holiday holiday season to all who served aboard the 'Mighty-I' On 12/17/07 carter said: Just dropping by, wishing all who served on the Mighty 'I' a very Merry Christmas ,and also to pay my respects to all who served and are still serving in all Military branches. although I see the Mighty I all the time in Charleston Harbor . I am very Honored that I was part of the crew. On 12/17/07 Steve Fabian said: Best wishes to all Ingham sailors. I was an Ens/Ltjg in the engineering dept 9/77 to 9/79. Haven't seen many posts from that era lately. I hope you're all well. Debbie and I live in Valrico, FL (near Tampa), and I'm a 767 Captain for Delta Air Lines. Our youngest daughter is a freshman at University of Tampa. They grow up so fast! On 12/16/07 ron gross said: Merry Cristmas to all inghamites, and may next year be the best for you and your families. If anyone has a date for the next reunion, please post it on the board. On 12/06/07 Wayne Rich said: Hi- I served on the Ingham from around 10/62 thru 63. I was an FT3. Bob Sheppard - You left a few months prior to me coming on board but I saw your post and was motivated to write a post. also. I missed the reunion last year because I got a new knee and was still recovering. Will try and make the next one. I would like to hear from any old shipmates from that time period. I worked in the armory with Ernie Norminden, GM3. On 12/01/07 Bill Reetz said: Followed soneone in a tan toyota pick up down VA 58 going toward portsmouth VA with a USCGC Ingham WHEC 35 bumpersticker in the rear window. Too much traffic to try stopping you to find out where you got it. I was aboard from Jul 85 to May 86 as Supply Officer On 11/30/07 Richard Hanner said: I would like to wish everone who sailed on the Ingham a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year On 11/18/07 RICK SLATE said: WISHING THE 77 TO 79 MIGHTY 'I' CREW A HAPPY BUT SAFE TIME DURING THE UP COMING HOLIDAYS/ SEA-YA On 11/12/07 Tony said: Happy Veterans Day ALL!! On 11/05/07 RON GROSS(SN) said: Hi fellas.I was aboard 85-87. It's great to read about my old shipmates.I got out of the C.G. in 91 then did 4 years in the army. Of all the units I served w/, the' Mighty I' was the best adventure with the best crew. However I dont miss 'the pole' very much. keep making comments , i'd like to talk to all you guys. On 10/26/07 Bill Miller said: Hi, Back again to share a few memories. Like operation wagonwheel, and doing a SAR case where we rescued the survivors from a container ship ( seventeen men and a cat, if I remember correctly) Like the motor burning out in steering and ramming the fuel pier in Gitmo, then waiting forever for parts. Rigging a chainfalls to steer enough to move to a regular berth, so we didn't have to stay tied up to the fuel pier. Then the Navy overfilling the NSFO tank between the main shafts, bulging the bulkheads and warping the bearing mounts. Limping home putting bags of ice on the bearing housings to keep them cool. I learned a lot on that ship. Like how to scrape babbitt bearings to make them fit correctly ( thanks Chief Mendenhall) I see Frenchy has been here, how about Steve Brodhagg? I can't remember a lot of the names, but sure can picture the faces. On 10/24/07 Bill Miller(FN) said: Hello Inghamites, I was on Ingham 84-85, and I see some familiar names here already. This is my first time on this site, although I have read a lot of interesting info online about the old girl. I would like to talk to anyone from the engine roon crew from that period (84-85) On 10/08/07 David Armstrong said: Hello fellow Inghamites, I remember Doc, and several other names look familiar, I was there from 86-87, some memories, then transferred to Portsmouth 87-88. I keep seeing these reports on how bad the Mighty 'I' looks now, I am planning a trip next summer. On 10/05/07 Creston (Doc) Ward said: Hello, I was the corpsman on the Ingham from 86-88. Did a brief stint on the Tahoma for about 4 months. Then in Dec. 89-91 I was onboard the Forward. Would love to hear from any of you guys. I can chicken peck on the keyboard, but I will get back to you. On 09/30/07 Terry L. Burgess said: Sorry guys. My computer fried and I lost everything. Please send me an email so I can rebuild my address book. On 09/07/07 rick slate said: served aboard the Mighty ' I ' from oct.77 to jun.79 . would love to hear from country ham, randy hess ,H.G. wells and hazen page . boy has time passed by so fast .I made DC 1 in 5.5 years and was med-ret in 1985. I'm 100% disable but still make time to fish . my wife went to charleston s.c. and went aboard the ingham . If you get a chance to go and see her it will bring back a lot of memories . On 08/22/07 Jimmy Calvert said: looking for anyone who was station on the Ingham during ww2. On 08/17/07 Ed Nelson said: Please e-mail me if you have any information about upcoming Ingham Reunions for 2007 or 2008. On 08/14/07 Frank Tubeck said: I am trying to contact Dave Cary and Marty Moynahan, both of whom were COs of INGHAM. I would appreciate any help. Thanks, Frank Tubdeck, Secretary, USCGC INGHAM Assn. On 08/13/07 Terry Goffrier (Gopher) said: Sorry to hear about Commander Bauman. He was a good man. I was aboard Ingham 12/70 - 6/74. I hung out in Combat with the other RDs. On 08/10/07 Mike Joy SS3 said: I was browsing through some old Coast Guard news releases and found that my old Commander Bauman had passed away in 2005. I realized how long it had been since coming here and visiting. There are always alot of great comments about this cutter and its crew. I always find it interesting that after alot of year in the Army my fondest memories are the two years I spent aboard this aging white cutter. I have visited the Ingham at Patriots Point on one occasion wirh fond memories and I must say a little sadness at the deterioration but I realized what a fine service she had. And such a diverse service as well. Seeing my old bunk brought back alot of memories or books read, stories told. More than anything in life serving in the Coast Guard has left a life long impression on me that I hope I never forget. Smooth Sailing to you all. On 06/22/07 RM3 Shaun L O'Connor said: I am sorry to hear about the passing of CDR Bade who I had the honor of serving with my whole time aboard the Ingham he was great CO and a good man. I also had the honor and pleasure of working for RMC Schultz he was a unique individual who pushed to get the best and the most out of his people but he also took the time to get to know us and mentor us. He would give me a pat on the back and a kick in the ass when I needed it. I worked for some very good people over the years but none better the Chief Schultz may he and CDR Bade rest in peace. On 06/22/07 Tom Chapman said: Master Chief Jenning's post regarding the internment of CDR Bade is appreciated. I received a phone message this morning from YNC Herb Cox that another member of that 74/75 crew has crossed the bar. The message said that RMC Dutch Schultz passed in April. Dutch was a Chief in every manner of the term, and also a truly superb shipmate. He was there in 2002 for the mini-reunion attended by several of us from that exceptional CPO quarters and, at 70, he was in his usual good spirits and in apparent good health. We kidded him that he looked better than when we served with him aboard the Ingham. Farewell Dutch, you will be remembered fondly by those of us who had the good fortune to serve with you and to have had the distinct pleasure of your company. On 06/21/07 QMCM Francis Jennings said: This morning I attended the internment of CDR Paul Bade, CO INGHAM 1974-1976 in Cleveland. A joint service veterans honor guard was present as were the Coast Guard flag bearers. As I presented the National Flag to Mrs. Bade, I mentioned that I was presenting it on behalf of his former INGHAM shipmates. (Please excuse my presumption. Although a cutterman, I never had the honor of sailing the Mighty I.) Best wishes!~ MCPO Jennings On 06/16/07 Robert Vachula said: Was CWO F&S on Ingham 83-85 with 3 different co's and xo's .She was one of the best ship's I was ever on, They should of made the new ships like her.Have many great memories of the crew,the poker games,the port's.Am taking a trip to see her next month.I have since moved to Asheboro NC so I am not far away.Would like to hear from any old shipmates.May she last a long time. On 05/03/07 Richard Gladding said: Electronics Technician on board 1957. dickgladding@hotmmail.com On 04/07/07 Jon Adams said: Greetings, While I was down in Hilton Head Island SC last week with the family, my dad and I drove the 2 hour trip North to see my old ship. I was on her as an SA and SN, 1979-1980 before BM'A' school. Guys, let me tell you something, that was the most moving experience I've had in a long time. I started off by saluting the ensign as I crossed the brow. I spent over 2 hours going over every nook and cranny on that ship. I forgot how old that ship was even in 1979. Yea, the Ingham needed a lot of work, but hey, she did her time and she looked beautiful to me. I guess I really can't put into words the way I feel about the Ingham and the time I had on her. No one would be able to understand, except us. I spent so much time just reminising that my dad went on the Navy ship docked next to the Ingham. As I left her, I gave my final salute, and thanked her for her service to the country and keeping me safe. As I got on the peer to leave, my dad was still on the Navy ship and wanted me to go aboard. I couldn't do it!! I told my dad that 'it would've been like cheating on my wife. (ha ha). I wouldn't dare go aboard another ship in front of the Ingham'. Of course he just rolled his eyes, but let me tell you, there was some truth to that. Anyway, I just wanted to share my time with our ship and I suggest that if anyone has the time, you gotta do it. USCGC INGHAM, thanks for the memories! On 03/02/07 Richard(GRIT)Hanner said: Does anyone remember Pete Denda and LT. Bob Baity. I think I have the LT's name correctly. Pete and I played music with the LT. The LT. always wanted you to call him Bob when off duty, so, since I'm off duty, I will call him Bob. Bob was an EN2 during his first enlistment. He was planning to get out of the CG, but they talked him in to going to OCS. Pete was the drummer, I played guitar, and still do, and Bob played guitar and sang. Our only gig was for the officers party at Yorktown. I remember heading out for OS Charlie. Bob had just retired from the CG. He was out on his pontoon boat waiting for us. He waved and smiled as we went by. We all had a good laugh. This was during 1971-72. On 02/14/07 C.Doran said: Looking for FNDC E.Kyttle onboard Ingham 1965 On 01/30/07 tom gills said: Oh....was aboard 83-85?.I remember a 'SALAD BAR'....That started with Sonny the Philipino cook On 01/30/07 tommy gills said: And i can surf my ass off now, jimmy On 01/30/07 tom gills said: Hello Kids, Looking for Jim Fernyhough (spelling not so good) . Tom ''hoghead 'Gills here. Miss you boy. And i miss abunch of you others too. On 01/28/07 ASTC Mike Thomas said: Greetings all Inghamites. I served aboard 1984-1986 on deckforce. It was a great experiance for an 18 year old kid, I learned a lot. Especialy from you Frenchy, the best penta player on board! Mark Miller you must make the salad bar!(inside joke). Does anyone have a point of contact for Bill Barton or Pinetree bernhard? It would be cool to hear from them! best regards, Mike T On 01/23/07 david fenn said: Does anyone know what the ingham association web site is? On 01/20/07 Claude Conn SO2 said: I was stationed on Ingham from 62 till 64 then COTP Norfolk, then back to Ingham in 65. Transferred to Winnebago (Honolulu) in 66. Much prefer the Pacific stations Papa and Victor to the Atlantic ones. I have some pretty bad stories of Bravo and Charlie. Any one else ever notice you always ended up on Delta or Echo during the summer and Charlie and Bravo during the winter? On 01/10/07 Bob Sheppard said: I came to the Ingham in 1960 by way of the Abcecon and the Mendota, was discharged in June 62 made many ocean stations but my best memories were on the Ingham. I remember ' Dip' Larson GM striker and GM3 Texas Chaney both good friends. Also remember Gunner Mate Master Chief Nagey what a grand leader he was. Was on ocean Station Echo when my first kid was born, My last three stations were up north, I believe they were Bravo. Charley , and then Bravo again, Remember one storm tearing off the life jacket locker, also pushing in the front of the 5inch gun mount so we had to bail water out of the upper handeling room for two trips, also breaking out baseball bats or whatever to beat the Ice off the bridge and flying bridge because of the heavy rolling and the Capt was getting very nervous(not the only one I might add). Also on one trip up north we lost a bearing or maybe a seal on the shaft that turned the screw and they dropped us oil in three 5 gal cans strapped together, one of the drops got away from us, the way that chute was flying it still may be going. Also the same trip we were under tow going into the Navy dock in Argenita and were pushed into the stern of a navy ship. The Ingham came out much better than the ship we hit as I remember, I nearly broke my neck as I was on our bow with head phones on and took off running when I knew we were going to collide. Would be good to hear from any of the guys from 60 to 62, thats only 45 years, there must be lots of us around. I visited the Inghan last summer, was like visiting and old friend that you hadn't seen for a long time, it makes you happy and it makes you sad. Robert Sheppard FT2 On 01/09/07 Brian Wing said: How about the snow storm that hit us in the yard in `86! It was cold standing quarterdeck watch out there! On 01/09/07 Scott McDuff said: I posted some pictures of the Ingham during my time onboard (thanks Dedeker!). Go to http://picasaweb.google.com/scott.mcduff/USCGCIngham Please feel free to email pics and I will post them. On 01/06/07 Pete McCaffery said: Is there any place that sells Ingham hats or patches ? Thanks !! On 12/27/06 Dave Merrill said: Just wanted to drop a note to all the former Inghamites to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year On 12/06/06 Scott McDuff said: Howdy old Inghamites! I served on board Aug 1985 - sometime in 1987. I recognize several names out of the bunch. I stay in contact with Paul Dito. Just like Scott Dedeker, I remember getting stranded in Cuba twice, Shannon's Pub in San Juan ... and more over the refurb at the Coast Guard yards in Glen Burnie, MD, and getting stranded in New York. What a great time we had! Best crew of guys ever! Write me any ole time ... God bless! On 11/19/06 JOE GROVER said: HELLO LOOKING FOR A OLD COAST GUARD DRESS HAT ,.IF YOU HAVE ONE FOR SALE OR TO GIVE AWAY ,,,PLEASE EMAIL ME ...THANK YOU ..JOE GROVER On 11/07/06 Gary Hodge said: Hope every one that has toured the Ingham is Charleston has told them the stack needs to be painted spar instead of white. Shocked the 327 reunion guys didn't do it while they were there ha On 11/06/06 Bob Barker said: Looking for CDR Tom Brennan who was the last CO of Ingham. Just took a tour of the Ingham in Charleston,SC and noticed he was the last CO. We were on the Cook Inlet when it was turned over to the Vietnamese in 1971. On 11/04/06 Mark condon said: I just found this site and wanted to write in My name is Mark Condon and I servred on board the Ingham from 81 to 84. I was hoping to get in touch with Doug Blackwell. We were shipmates and great friends. Also looking to get in touch with MK1 Ferguson and any one of the guys from those years . Harley, Rizzo ,Thomas, Lane, Horner. If anyone knows please let me know Thanks Mark On 10/17/06 Tim Donaldson said: Just passing thru again checking things out. Miss serving aboard and of the six ships I served on she was the best. On 10/11/06 Tom Chapman said: Tony got it mostly right as it is always good to see shipmates again and the reunion was nicely done. As for 'cranky' and 'old' ... naw. Dedicated, competent and experienced best describes that 74/75 CPO quarters ... and most of the 76. Stopped on the way home and had lunch with (EM3) Ken Nash from the 74-76 crew. Again, always nice to see shipmates, particularly those who have done so well these past 30 years. On 10/09/06 Tony Weidman said: Just back from the reunion. awesome time! Great to see Capt Thurner and Mr Carbone. Also some of those cranky old chiefs Perry, Mcnabb, Cox and Chapman. My wife and I had a blast, I never want to miss another one! On 10/05/06 Jimmy Calvert said: looking for Ingham patches and uniforms to buy. I was station on the Ingham 74 76 On 10/04/06 Tom Winters said: Saying Hi to old shipmates, served on Ing 1966/67, went to ron one and met you in Vung Tau with ammo, on your first visit. Was SnGm and Gm3 1n 66/67. anyone know what happened to Mark Beam,Ray Zair or Willie Burchette? On 10/01/06 walter walker said: Don't remember a lot of things but I think I sailed on her in '52.Before that I was on the Narcissus. Boot at Cape May (Company D-13) On 09/25/06 Ted Buxton said: I was on the Ingham '65-'66 went to DC school ,then Mistletoe,then Cat Lo Vietnam,Danang,Vietman,then Captain of the Port Houston,then the Durable. Would like to here from someone. On 09/20/06 Tom Chapman CWO3 said: Haven't been here for awhile and thought I might see mention of the passing of CDR Paul Bade who was the CO in the mid 70's. He crossed the bar a few months ago. Also, I saw a roster of those who served aboard Ingham who are currently registered to attend the 327 reunion in Charleston on 5-8 October and was disappointed that it appears so few of us from the Mighty I will be there. Give it some consideration as I attended the 255 reunion a few years ago and can confirm that seeing old shipmates is well worth the trip from wherever you might be. On 09/17/06 shaun oconnor said: Have deployed for OIF presently somewhere in kuwait will be here for a couple of weeks before we go into country would like to here from my old shipmates On 09/14/06 Bob Venney said: I did a couple of weather patrols (ens/jg) on the Ingham in 1953. On09/11/06 TERRY L. BURGESS said: ANYONE OUT THERE FORM '68-'69? On09/03/06 Shawn Maddock said: Hello to all other former Ingham-ites! I was aboard for all of 1987 as a non-rated deckie (missed 'decom' by about 5 months when I went to QM school). I stumbled across this site by accident, and it's great to read the stories...not just from my time, but from 'old timers' as well. It's also great to see names of you I remember, such as Scott Dedeker, Chris Nettles, Dave Isbell (my first XO...I have the same etched drawing…got #19 of 500), Tom Newton, and most of you engineers who wrote or were mentioned (Smitty, LT Overton, Chico!). I also saw someone asked about BM3/2 Gephardt. I wonder what happened to him, too. Also, in 90-91, I sailed with a JG who was a former QM on INGHAM named Craig Petersen. I think he was on Mighty-I around 84-85. Anyway, I don’t really have any stories to add to those written by the folks from my time. I remembered most of the events mentioned; a few I had totally forgotten about. Oh, as for the condition of the ship now: I lived in Charleston from 2002-04, and made it across the river to Mt. Pleasant to see the “Old Lady” a few times. As everyone else has reported, she was in bad shape. I don’t know if anything changed since then. But enough about that. I just found out about next month’s reunion, and hope I can make it (I live in Norfolk…again! Ugh!). If I make it, I hope to see all of you there. Lots of great stories to swap! On08/26/06 Mark Miller said: Hello shipmates, Just found the site.served from 83-85. One of the most memorable times in my life. Lot of hard core steaming to say the least. On 08/17/06 Pete McCaffery said: Does anyone remember a BM 1st named Powell in the mid sxties? He was a real mean son of a gun. Red headed. On08/10/06 Al Prest said: Hiyas; I'm going down to visit the CGC Ingham on Aug. 15. The first time seeing her since serving on-board during 78-80....cant wait to see her again! On07/17/06 Dan Valley said: Hello Everyone, Dan Valley here from 81-83. Anyone remember Big Dog. I'm looking for Chris Wilburn, Fat Daddy. Let me know On07/05/06 Red said: Hello Ingham crews,'RED' Ralph Reddington checking in on board Ingham 76 to 78 and Taney 79 deckie with chief Spruill and Monroe trying to remember all the names and cast of countless characters Capt lockwood,Carbone,Osborne,BM1 Mckinney,Wolford,Mennencucci,wichard,Savage,Evans,Larue,etc ...... to many to remeber all the names,but not the faces,OWASHES and kiddy cruises to Europe,look forward to hearing from old shipmates On06/02/06 Fred Langille said: Hi ... just stumbled on this site, stumbling to get a posting, too. Would like to hear from anyone from when I was on board ... 1970-71-2. On06/02/06 Fred Langille said: On05/25/06 JOE GROVER said: HELLO,I AM LOOKING FOR A OLD COAST GUARD DRESS HAT .THE ONE WITH OUT A BILL,THE DONALD DUCK CAP..NEED IT FOR THE AMERICAM LEGION MEMORIAL HALL IN IL.WILL EVEN PAY FOR IT.I AM THE COMANDER BELIVE IT OR NOT ,,,SERVED ON THE INGHAM IN 72 -75 On05/19/06 Ernest Adkins said: reported on the Ingham in July 63 and discharged in June 66 as ET1, looking for anyone onboard during this time On04/19/06 DOUG JONES said: I REPORTED TO THE INGHAM 1987 RIGHT OUT OF BOOT AS AN FA. UNDER THE WATCHFULL EYE OF MKCS HODGES, MK1/MKC WOLF, LT. OVERTON, WO J.J.DELMONTE, JUST A FEW OF MANY NAMES THAT I REMBER WELL, I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANY OLD SHIPMATES. BEST WISHES AND CALM SEAS TO ALL. On04/17/06 TC1 Michael Agee said: Onboard the Ingham from 83-84 1/2. Sandy Hook, CGC Confidence, Commsta Boston, ESD San pedro, Group Long Beach, Group Key West, JTF4. Anyone out there remember me? Drop me a line. On03/29/06 tony weidman said: anyone have info on RMC WILLIE CREEL? Left the Ingham about 77 and went to RADSTA MIAMI On03/26/06 CAPT Gordon Bell said: Oct. 5-8, 2006, U.S. Coast Guard 327's SECRETARY CLASS CUTTERS - 70th Anniversary Celebration, 1936-2006, Mt. Pleasant, Patriots Point, S.C. ALL who served on Cutters BIBB, W-31; CAMPBELL, W-32; DUANE, W-33; HAMILTON, W-34; INGHAM, W-35; SPENCER, W-36; TANEY, W-37.POC CAPT Gordon Bell 215-393-6195 327CuttersCele@comcast.net Go to www.campbellw32w909.org for details & reservation On03/24/06 Joshua Humphreys said: Richard Brooker, SO 2, your e-mail address isn't current. I was on Ingham from the summer of '65 until our return from Viet Nam in '69. Great times had by all. On 03/23/06 tony weidman said: Ahoy everyone! I was an RM on the Mighty I from may 76 to apr 78. Stumbled across this site and the memories came flooding back. puking my guts up on ocean wx sta hotel 2 cadet cruises plus gitmo. I remember ramming the pier in Boston. hope all of my shipmates are doing great drop me a line On02/03/06 Doak Walker said: Upcoming Reunion: 13 to 16 May 2007 there will be a reunion for crewmembers of all ships that made Ocean Station Weather Patrols between 1946 and 1974. For more information log on to my website www.255wpg.org On12/26/05 shaun oconnor said: I just came across this site and it brings alot of memories. i served aboard the ingham aug 74 to aug 76. would like to hear from my shipmates.. On12/16/05 Lukie Holland said: Just found this site while looking for some info on the USCG. I would like to say Hello to all my old Shipmates ! I served on the Ingham from '77 thru '78 and came back after pcsing to ComStaPorts, for the Gitmo tour. I was also onboard the night of the July 4th, MaryAnn incident. I'll never forget the sound of the crushing metal and then going to General Quarters, this time it was not a drill. Seems like we had to get permission from Fifth Coast Guard District to put one across the bow. The radio room was busy that night. RM1 Ferguson was our 1st class back then and I was an RM3. Fair Winds and Following Seas to everyone ! On12/09/05 ferg.... said: Just passing through again - another year comes to a close - God bless all of Inghams sailors - We have lost some fine men this past year - keep their families in your prayers - On11/05/05 Al Prest said: Served from 78 to 80.....good times On10/17/05 Richard(Grit) Hanner said: I remember Captain Fox. He served a short time on the Ingham in late 1970 before Commander Bauman took over. A seaman gave me two hours extra duty for something I didn't do.(I was a SA). Captain Fox saw me working on the bridge and asked me why I was working on my time off. I told him my story. He told me to tell seaman so and so that he (captain Fox) said for me to secure and go below. No officer had ever told me that before. I always will remember that kind jesture. My regards to his family. On10/16/05 Joe Pickens said: Joseph Fox Jr. FOX, JR., Joseph Captain Joseph Charles Fox, Jr., Ret. (USCG), 83, of Mount Pleasant, SC, entered into eternal rest Tuesday evening, October 11, 2005. ARRANGEMENTS BY J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL Captain. Fox was born August 7, 1922, in Newark, NJ, the son of the late Joseph C. Fox, Sr. and Delia Cafferty Fox. He was raised in Roseland, NJ, graduating from Caldwell High School in 1939 and went on to graduate from the Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy in 1943. Captain Fox served in the Navy in the Pacific and Mediterranean during World War II. He was one of the few to serve his country in the US Navy, the Merchant Marines as well as the US Coast Guard. He was captain of the ports of both Wilmington and Charleston and had command of five Coast Guard Cutters; The Bramble, The Woodbine, The McCulloch, The Ingram and The Pandora. During his distinguished career with the Coast Guard, he was considered a legend and revered by his shipmates. He loved his crew and remained in constant contact with many of them over the last 50 years. After retirement, Captian Fox returned to Wilmington where he became Director of the Committee of 100 in 1976. He successfully raised the membership from 125 to 400 +. In 1979, he headed to Washington, DC, and for 25 years, was a successful lobbyist for the American Maritime Officers Service and other maritime interest that continued up until the time of his death. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Douglas A. Fox and his wife, Marcie Fox, of Wilmington, NC, two grandsons, Allan Fox and David Fox of Wilmington, NC, his former wife, Elinore J. Fox of Wilmington, NC, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Fox and a sister, Mary F. Phillips. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Charleston, 3870 Leeds Avenue, Suite 101, North Charleston, S.C. 29405. On10/03/05 carter said: I have several small video clips of the Ingham all that are interested may respond . the plaques that once were on starboard side by gangway have now been removed . On09/29/05 Mark Casalez said: Hello men I am the son of MCGM Jim Casalez. He was onboard in 1969 when the Ingham went to Nam. When I was 9 yrs old, I went on a dependence cruise, it was one of the highlights of my life. The men treated me so very well and I enjoyed my time while on the cruise down to Miami and back. I am now 48 yrs old andI would like to hear from some of you concerning my dad. Both the good and bad about him. So please if you feel as though you have some information to share, I would like to hear it. Thank you and thank you for serving our country. I salute you all. Mark Casalez On09/24/05 Brian Wing said: I served on the Ingham from 1985-1987. We hit a lot of great ports and I made a lot of friends who I have lost contact with over the last 18-20 years unfortuantely. So if you are out there and served on the Ingham with me feel free to send me an e-mail On 08/03/05 Al Ballehr said: I served on Ingham Aug 63/Feb 65 Al Ballehr Rm2 , 5 O/S, Bermuda standby, Curtis Bay overhaul, Gitmo with a big C. Good times and good shipmates On07/23/05 Larry L.Jones said: I was a BM3 on the Ingham from 1964-66. Looking for Terry Holton,believe he was from the Norfolk area. On07/11/05 Ronnald (Mac) Machado said: I was on the Ingham fron 65-67 as a FA and from 69-71 as a BT2. Had a lot of fun in the boiler room. Found Patrick Quinlan's name in the reunion hall and the times we had in the boiler room was great. Also I got the name of Richard Brooker and the answer to his question I do remember the depth charges getting dropped and Willian Willis and his 11ft. sail boat. Does any body remember looking for the ballonist that did not make the Atlinic crossing. Sombody asked the question about the fan tail deck. It was teak wood. Well hope to hear from some of my fellow shipmates. Take Care. MAC On06/13/05 Doug Patterson said: Hello! I was an ENS/JG from 1980-82 on INGHAM - half in engineeering, half on deck. Left just after 'Fun Cruise 82' to Haiti & GTMO when we were supposed to be decommissioned. Now an Auxiliary flotilla commander in upstate SC. I see that concern about INGHAM's condition is not new. I took my wife there in 2003 and was very disappointed, which I told the staff. I should write Gov. Sanford also (I voted for him, after all). I don't remember seeing their Navy ships in such disrepair! Maybe enough noise will help. Looking forward to hearing from more of you. On06/13/05 Steve Fabian said: I was an ENS/LTJG in the INGHAM's engineering department 9/77-9/79. Here are some of the officers I served with: CAPT Thurnher, CAPT Moynihan, LCDR B. C. Osborne, LT Rich Tittermary, LT Bob Perry, LTJG Curt Odom, LTJG J. J. Allen, LTJG David Rimer, LTJG Joe Schuck, LTJG Kevin Dale, CWO John Stephens; and my favorite DCC Bruce Moyster. I'm retiring from the CG Reserve 01 July and live in the Tampa Bay area. My civilian job is Captain for Delta Air Lines. Best wishes to all Ingham sailors! On05/03/05 DCCS Bill Haines said: Did Ed KYttle ever leave the CG YARD???Hey Ed Bill HAines here.Always tried to get yard but u were always ther. Finally got on QA staff as a DCCS and then retired. How r u doing? Drop me a line somtime. Ejoyed working with one of your old bosses. LCDR Joe Kucinski, he was a hoot. On05/03/05 Tom Chapman CWO3 (MED) said: Am just back from Charleston where 4 of us from the 74-75 CPO Quarters (the best I served with, by far) got together and visited the Ingham. Attending were MKCS Don McNabb, MKC Jim Maschinot and YNC Herb Cox ... MKC Glen Davis who served aboard Ingham at another time was also there. The old girl looked pretty good thanks, I'm told, to the Chiefs at Base Charleston. It was good to be aboard her again and share memories with old shipmates ... I highly recommend it! On03/31/05 John Varner said: Served on board the best ship and crew in the Coast Guard from 77-79.It was the greatest time of my life. I can still remember the commands for getting the small boats out of the cradels and lowering them over the side. Learned a lot form BMC Monroe. We were even allowed to grow beards back then. still remember Ron Peiffer. Bob White, Phil Blake, Ricky Slate. Those last two North carolina fellows could really play the spoons. Would like to hear from any old shipmates. On03/29/05 Richard (Grit) Hanner said: I was on the Ingham from Dec 70-Feb 72. My nickname is Grit. I have made an entry before, but it has been a while. Just wanted to say hi and maybe talk to some shipmates from this time frame. On03/17/05 Rick Ahlberg said: Does anybody know the whereabouts of SN James Taylor who served on the Ingham in 1981? I went to ET school with him and lost touch afterwards. Would like to contact him to say Hi' On02/04/05 tc said: to Doug Mcgraw: tried to send you an email but got it kicked back stated that you needed to clear up your mailbox later Carter On02/04/05 RD3 Doug McGaw said: Hello everyone, stopped by Ingham at Patriots Point in 2003, she was looking rough, very rusted, poor maintenance, but I guess thats what happens when the government money is removed. I served aboard from 1984-87. Remember the trips to Grand Cayman and St, Thomas along with the Curtis Bay dry docking? those were some fun times. Has anyone heard from Rick Mckersey or Ivan Johnson or Jeff Wolfe or Rick Derinnger? As for me I enlisted in the Michigan Air National Guard as an Aircraft Armanent Specialist and now have 22 years in heading for that 30 year retirement. It was great to find this site. Thank you On01/18/05 Tom Edwards ex-RM2 said: I served on the INGHAM from 1957 to 1959 as an RM. Would like to connect with other guys in the radio shack at that time: Mike Rion, Boo Holloman, Doug Campbell, Jim ODonnell , Jim Florence and Jerry Tucker. Any help would be appreciated. On01/16/05 Anthony Barrick said: Hello my grandfather served on the Ingham and I was wondering does anybody know him or even remember him. His name is Anthony Pagano or you may know him by Tony. Please contact me. He died in 98 i think. On01/06/05 Scott Dedeker said: Reading this board sure does bring back a lot of memories. For only being on board for a little over a year (86-87), she sure does leave a lasting memory. Of course I don’t know if being stranded in GITMO twice is good memories :). But the times in San Juan will always bring a smile to my face (Shannons Pub will forever be in my thoughts). My only regret about the Ingham is that my school came up about 2 months before decom and I was unable to be a part of the ceremonies. But the time that I did spend on her, helped me in my endevors in life. For those that remember me, Hi. Hope things are going well for you. Maybe one day, our paths will cross again. On12/17/04 Mike Mastromichalis said: Found the Mighty I in Charleston a few years ago, completely by surprise, while visting kin nearby. Lots of memories came up. The boat made a lasting impression on me, even if I didn't leave much of impact, serving as a deckie just half a year or so in 78/79 after boots and before going on to RM school. Anyway, found this site by accident too, but saw a bunch of guys I remember. Leading seaman Bobby White (still the best white lightning I ever tasted, by the way), Bob Yaw, Kirk Neprud, Charlie Walz, Bruce 'Taz' Wade, Varner, Pfiefer, PFunk Odom, and many more. I was saddened to see that Chief Monroe has passed away -- I thought he was indestructible. Any way, best wishes, happy holidays to all the Ingham sailors. On12/16/04 Ray Domico said: Hello. This site brings back good memories. I served on the I from Sept.74 to Apr. 76 as a GM. Worked for GMC Fortner, GM1 Michelle. Our crew was Goins, Trajiullo, Norsworthy Johnson, and Zigga (striking). My daughter was born while we were in GITMO, what a party. Great memories. I remember GMC McDonald, but only sreved under him for a short time before being transferred to MSO Hampton Roads. Got out and became a Maryland State Trooper, now retired. On12/03/04 Kent Flewellyn said: I served on the Ingham from November 1957 to December 1958. I was an ET and would like to hear from anyone who served during that time. On11/25/04 Allan Girvin said: Hello - I just found this site here on Thanksgiving Day 04. I served on the I from 9/00-9/01 as a seaman. Are their any old shipmates around from that time. I do see some ot the prior Ingham crew at the CG Festival in Grtand Haven, MI - Coast Guard City. On11/13/04 Wayne Rich said: Hi- I just discovered this site. I served on the 'I' from around 10/62 thru 63. I was an FT3. I mostly answered to Rich unless you were mad at me. I would like to hear from any old shipmates from that time period. I worked in the armory with Ernie Norminden. Norm used to save my ass when I drank to much and got in fights at the E-club. On11/11/04 Larry L. Woolard, Jr. said: Took a trip down to Patriot's Point, S.C. on 05 Nov 04, and the ol' Gal looks pretty good. Real blast from the past. Got some good shots of 1st Class Quarters, Mess Deck, and mutiple broadside & 3/4 shots. Gim'me a holler and I'll send via e-mail if interested. On10/06/04 DCC E.Kyttle said: Looking for MKC Mendall 1983 to 1985 would like to contact. On 10/05/04 DCC E. Kyttle said: Looking for information on YNC C. Tate 1983 to 1985 would like to contact. On10/01/04 MK1 James Reardon said: Looking for any info as to why the bullnose was painted gold on your fine ship. On09/09/04 Ice said: Samuel T. Roudebush - I remember you. You were my boss. We went on the 1978(?) Cadet cruise and Gitmo too, maybe. Michael Kramer, I should remember you too, but I can't place you. Please tell me a little about yourself to jog my memory. On09/08/04 C. Michael Kramer, MK1 ( said: Shipmates I am looking for the artwork used on the Inghams’ patch or any other unit patches.. Anyone know how I can obtain this please sent me an email Michael.kramer@js.pentagon.mil or mkramer340@aol.com Oh Yes I was in the e-room with McNabb from 1976 -1978...retired after 24 years in the guard. On09/08/04 Sam Roudebush said: Anyone know of any planned Ingham reunions? On08/31/04 ferg said: Hey - was on the boarding party for Mary Ann back on the july 4th night - the ensime broke is damn leg over there remember? - Jim Sabo I think was his name, or George cant remember - anyway - Skip Huggins was the GM on the 50 cal that night - and the GMC and I went over the side to 'round 'em up' - that was fun - rough ride for a couple of days - with the bow all torn up - was RM1 Ferguson then - well I'm just passing through again to see who's been hanging around the old Might I - Doug Thruners Burger run from P-Town - who remembers that ???? ;-) ferg.... On08/16/04 john clarke said: hey guys served onboard from 84-87. I look back and can't believe the times I had and things I did. I am taking my family to visit the old lady in March. if anyone can recomend a nice place to stay drop me a line. soper, leaver, and mr. isabel i remember you all.I ran the paint locker for a while. anyone know the whereabouts of barry johnson or rich gephardt? will stop in agian congrats to tim donaldson on his retirement On08/03/04 jerry amend said: I was on a cadet cruise the summer of 77 or 78. I remember a nut case called Cooter. On07/26/04 Tom Brown said: I served abord Ingam in '78 - '79. It was the best tour I spent in the CG. God Bless BMC Monroe. Where's Wade On07/26/04 Percy Howland said: I was on the Ingham sept58-may 60 and then on the Eagle may-sept60, I'm from Morehead City,N.C. On07/24/04 Terry L. Burgess said: Was aboard her from spring of 1970 to fall of 1971. Tate & Huchtinson. Also a great crewman we called 'Indian' form the Carolinas I think? would be great to hear from any of you. On07/17/04 Gar Travis said: So when everybody else is celebrating freedom - I'm celebrating surviving the July 4th, 1979 ramming by the Mary Ann. Any other survivors remember Curacao? Seems like my shipmate EM2 Waltz and I stumbled into a little covert activity - I spent some time visiting with OIL Portsmouth in '84 after getting out - seems the fellow we met in Curacao 'Chic' was a suspicious character - live and learn - never heard from OIL again. Exchanged a recent E-mail with Capt. Marty Monyhan - he is director of the Port of Richmond (Va). - served 34 years with CG. Great man... On07/15/04 Fred Wolferd said: On Ingham 75-76 anyone remember cadet cruise summer of 76 ? On 06/14/04 Larry Woolard said: Davey Leaver!? We hung out a lot during the '86-'87 yard period in Curtis Bay. I was, perhaps, the most inept QM1 to ever plot a fix in the chartroom. Fortunately, I only had a year to go on my enlistment, and as we spent a lot of time either in the yard or welded to the pier at GITMO, I had relatively few opportunities to display my true lack of skill. While my days aboard were relatively few, I still have many great memories of my year aboard. On06/12/04 LEAVER said: Oh, yeah! Dave Isbell, if you recall - I ran the ship's store after Chico left. I ended up getting all those marble placks to sell. Only ended up getting one for myself, but I sold the rest to the Ingham Society just before Decomm. I wonder if those old sailors I met from the Ingham Society are still around today, some of them I met were WWII vets. WoW. Living History. Who are the few lucky ones who have a plaque? Raise your hand. I want to buy another one... On06/12/04 David Leaver said: Hello George Hammond! And all you Mighty 'I' men! You guys had Larry Dodge's wife paint that fireroom door, I wonder if it's still there. I also painted a huge CG badge with a Green 'C' and other markings in the Radio Room, just inside the WT door, port side; right behind the stack. I wonder if that is still there, too? Can Anybody at Patriot Point confirm these labors of love are still there? Thanks - LEAVER On06/02/04 Rich Soper said: Hello just found the site today and just wante to say Hi to all that I served with on the mighty I from 84 to 86. Most knew me as Pudge from the softball team. Drop a line any time On06/02/04 Ice said: I remember you Chief McDonald. As I recall you made CPO in about the minimum time possible. You ran the ship's store. Your gun crew got an 'O' at Gitmo. I remember a GM Trajellio . He always used to say to shipmates who got in trouble, 'better you than me'. On05/29/04 Ron MCDONALD said: Served on Ingham from Jan 76 to Sep 78 as GMC as I read your name it brings back memories. On05/18/04 Ramon San Juan said: On 05/18/04 Ramon San Juan has a new email address.Its RSANJUAN@STX.RR.COM would like to hear from any of my old shipmates 1947 era and again 1958/59. On05/13/04 Dave M. said: Looking for any information on the next get together for the Ingham. Please send me an e- mail if you have any. On05/05/04 Ice said: Hello all. I was on the Mighty I from Nov. 76 to Feb. 78. I read your names and I remember Fergison and CDR D.B. Thurner (and his corncob pipe) On04/13/04 Phil Blake said: Served on Ingham Oct 77 to Sept 79. BMC Monroe, Bob White, Bob Yaw, John Varner, Ron Peipher, Bruce Wade, Todd Hall, Sandy Moore,........ETC. On04/06/04 Fred Hammer said: I just found this neat sight. I came aboard directly from boot camp. I was on her from 4/71 to 5/72. Served in the engineroom as a FN. Went to EN school just six days before leaving for GITMO. I'll be checking back here often. On04/03/04 Anthony Barrick said: Hello everyone. My grandfather was on the Ingham during WW2. His name was Anthony Pagano or yah'll may know him by Tony. Please contact if you know anything. He passed away nine years ago. Thanx and thanx for serving our country. On03/29/04 Tim Donaldson said: Hello. I'm retiring in July off the CGC Northland. If your in the area during that time shoot me an email for information and come on by for a beer or two! Take care. On03/08/04 ferg said: I'm back - just checking in again - I think I have the first entry here on the Ingham's board - back in the archives now LOL - everyone take care - smooth seas - On02/06/04 Bill Wester said: I everyone just passing through again, would love to hear from some of you. I served from 5/64 to 6/66 in the engine room. On01/05/04 Stephen Grenier said: Hello all, I served on the Ingham from 84-87, was mostly known as Frenchy. Worked in A- Gang, Stood #2 & #1 Throttleman. Was one of my best tours while in the CG although I didn't know it at the time. Loved my time in the guard, but glad I'm retired now. Take Care Everyone Steve aka Frenchy On12/22/03 Frank Tubeck said: To Ramon San Juan...I sent you an e-mail a couple of days ago; hope you got it. E-mail me please. Would like to hear from you. Frank. On12/10/03 Ramon San Juan said: 12/10/03 Ramon San Juan(R1 San Juan@aol.com) said; Frank Tubeck,would appreciate a copy of your Gob's Gab. My address is listed below dated 11/13/03. Thanks. San Juan On12/03/03 JOE GROVER said: HELLO,SERVED ON THE INGHAM FROM 72-75.LOOKING TO EXCHANGE PICTURES WITH OTHERS,ALSO LOOKING FOR PSHYCO OR LAST NAME WARD,.,IM JOE GROVER ,BETTER KNOWN AS JO-JO,.PLEASE WRITE ANYTIME On11/13/03 Ramon San Juan said: Frank! Was on the Ingham with you 3/47,Boston,Mass.Also BTC Griffith' MMC Tate,CO was Walsh. I am Ramon San Juan,MMC Ret.My address is Ramon San Juan 3125 Meadow Ridge,Corpus Christi, TX 78418 My email is rsanjuan@stx.rr.com would like a copy of your Ass. new's On11/08/03 Ed Keppers said: The Ingham was my dads first unit out of boot. I read in one of the postings on this page that there is an Ingham association? Could somone pass along any info you might have reguarding this. Thanks Ed On08/08/03 EMC Terry Squibbs said: Hi, retired 2 years now, have some great memories from the Ingham from '81 to '83. Would love to hear from anyone I served with. On07/22/03 Eric Scheirer said: The family of MK1 Pretty Officer 1ST Class Micheal A. Scheirer, sadly announces his passing away, Friday July 18. 2003. We are seeking anyone who served with him on the decommissioning crew. Please contact myself. Eric Scheirer at ecsdjs1013@yahoo.com, We also seeking the contact to do a service aboard the Ingham and would like to invite anyone who serve with him to join us. Any information on who to contact to make this happen would be a great help. Mike really loved the Coast Guard and charish his friendship with those who he served with. He love the Ingham, She was a lady like no other. Thanks Eric On07/01/03 Bill Russell said: I served onboard the Ingham from '73 to '76 as an ET3. looking for other ETs during that period Jim Shinn, Greg Bevirt...anybody On06/10/03 ferg said: Passing through once more - another year closer to the second retirement :-) I keep reading of shipmates passing - each year - we become fewer - always remember the lost... On06/03/03 Ken Nash said: EM3 on board from Aug. '74 to June '76. Spent many a night making water on the old evaporator, so some airconditioned radioman could take a Hollywood shower. People called me 'Rambler'. On05/09/03 Bill Morris said: I literally 'served' on board the Ingham from early '78 to late '80 keeping the crew fed as a subsistence specialist. I remember the times when the seas were rough and most of the crew was not able to keep their breakfast down. At lunchtime, only a portion of the crew would line up in the messdeck for chow. It was very challenging trying to cook in extreme weather conditions using antiquated equipment! But, I still think about all the adventures, ports of call, and the good times we encountered underway. E-mail me if you were a crewmember during this time or have any additional comments. On04/18/03 john g kunze said: http://www.fredsplace.org/photo/50.shtml this is the link to go directly to the ingham/ss united states phots On04/18/03 john g kunze said: dear sirs, my grandfather was asst. chief stewart gus kunze of the ss united states. i've recently posted old photographs of his from his many years of service aboard this great ship. among these photos is a collection of images of a transfer of a sick gaurdsman from the uscgc ingham, in open seas, to the ss united states. this gaurdsman is being sent home for transport aboard the big ship is my best guess. please view my photos and share any memories of this transfer any of you may have with me.the web address is http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ssunitedstates once there, enter the ss united states chat room and click on the photos link, then click on the folder for 1 opas liner. enjoy! i can be reached at jgkunze@hotmail.com. thank you, sincerely,-john g. kunze On03/26/03 Walter Kane said: Hello Herb Hood. I was onboard when we collided with the fishing vessel. I was on the flying bridge signalling the convoy vessels with flashing light at moment of impact. Very scary at the time! Skillings was even more frightening. Remember him prowling the deck with his side arm ? Those were the days... Regards. Walter (ex RM3) On03/25/03 Jon Adams said: Anyone know the whereabouts of Keith Anderson? I was on board 1979-1980. On03/22/03 Dave Isbell said: Permission to come aboard? I served on Ingham from June 85 to July 87 as her next-to-last XO. Best tour of my 20 year career! I was transferred about a year before her decommisioning and I went back to attend that ceremony with a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye. She went to Patriot's Point Museum looking like a yacht and I understand they have not done right by the old girl. It was tough keeping her running at the end(when she reached 50 years old and was the most decorated AND the oldest ship on continuous active duty). Her bullnose was painted gold by the youngest and the oldest member of the crew then in 1986 to recognize that dubious acheivement. Who remembers making runs to Baltimore to swap bad steam valves for slightly better ones from Taney? I found 12 decommisioning files with dates going way back into the 1970s. When we hauled her at her last yard availability (although we didn't know that at the time) in spring 85 or 86 we found rivet heads and hull plating almost gone because someone actually believed the last decom order and didn't renew all the hull zincs at the previous haulout!! We spent over $5 million to replace anbout 5% of the bottom plating and to ringweld hundreds of rivet heads. The CO and I vowed to do whatever it took to maintain her even if we got another decommisioning order to add to the 12 that never happened. That's why she looked so good in 1988! Lots of adventures---drug patrols; repatriating about 500 Haitians; a couple of cadet cruises with some great Carribbean port calls; a crewmember suffering lung collapse from a diving accident when on R and R in Grand Cayman where I spent the whole 2 day port call arranging to get him from the chamber to FL via CGAir (at 500 ft low level flight across Cuba (which was tough to arrange but we did it. That fellow recovered fully and actually went on to dive school if I remember correctly); rescuing a sailboat in trouble off the Virginia coast after a 95 footer had to turn around because it was too rough for them; watching a Navy Master Chief Bosun choke on his cigar at GTMO when he saw the picture of the U-boat with the red X on it under the marijuana leaves with the red Xs on them ( we got a bit more respect at Navy bases after we painted that on the bridge wing to account for the German sub Ingham sunk during bthe early years of WWII; hearing about the Challenger disaster while docked in Curacao; Chico getting transferred from the boiler room to the Group at Hampton Roads and we horsetraded for him to get him back (he didn't know much about diesels and whoever we got to replace him didn't know anything about steam so it was a good swap) and many more too numerous to mention. A ship is only as good as her crew and Ingham was a great ship because she had a great crew!! I have the honor of having one of those laser-etched marble drawings of her, charging through the sea, hanging in my home to remember her by. I hope my old shipmates are well and remember Ingham as fondly as I remember her. On03/20/03 Smitty said: My thanx to all who replied via email to my question. Got it squared away now. On03/16/03 R.L. Schmidt said: Over at www.jacksjoint.com on the Coast Guard stories page is a new collection of sea stories from my time on the Mighty 'I'. And, I got a question for anyone.......was the fantail on Ingham cladded in oak, or teak? On03/14/03 C.P.Lagar Esq said: YNC C. Tate wend do we play poker again? I want my money back Fast Eddie is looking for H- Station,and you? Please E-Mail I need the money. On03/13/03 Jim Georgi said: I served on board from 82 to 84 with the ET gang. Many good times as well as some troublesome times. Visited ETCS Anderson recently in North Carolina. Currently A National Park Ranger at The Liberty Bell in Philly. Retired from USCG in 86 while serving aboard the Eagle. Fair Winds and Following Seas to all... On03/12/03 D.B. Louis said: Looking for YNC C. Tate station onboard the Ingham around 1983 to 1986, belive he retired in Ky. or the mid west. Need information on service recored of a follow CPO- Station on the Ingham from 1983 to 1985-YNC Tate could supply all of the real facts. On03/12/03 MIKE BACKER said: HELLO AGAIN FELLOW INGHAM VIETNAM ERA SHIPMATES. I AM IN NEED OF LAY TESTIMONY FROM THREE SHIPMATES. CAN ANYONE HELP ME LOCATE THEM? B.L. SHIDELER,MD DUDLEY SCHILLING LEON THORNTON I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY HELP YOU CAN GIVE ME FOR PROSTATE CANCER SERVICE CONNECTION WHILE IN VIETNAM. THANKS IN ADVANCE, MIKE BACKER (FACE) On 03/03/03 Steve Crawford said: I served on the Mighty 'I' for close to three years early 79 thru late 81. I came directly from RM 'A' school to the Ingham. I have have a lot of memorys of her and her crew. I haven't located anyone that I remember yet but I am sure that I will before I am done. Drop me a line if you were a crew member during that time, I would like to hear from you. On02/28/03 R. L. Schmidt said: Came to the Mighty 'I' straight out of boot in summer 77. I remember running through the ship one night trying to wake everyone up as Taney was about to hit us at the pier. I also remember bouncing around the North Atlantic more than once, babysitting a downed HH-52, 7 SAR calls in 7 days, and dragging back to Portsmouth a buoy that had broken its chain. On02/16/03 Herb Hood said: I served in Igham from June 72-Nov 74. MM1 Herb Hood. Served with Brutcher, T-Bone Taylor (Made Adm), Doug Neeb, RM1 Brown Brown and MM1 Round Brown in the 1st Class quarters. Was on board for the collision with the fishing boat Cape Hood on the cadet cruise. EO's were Erlander and Hough. CO's were Bauman (good) and Skillings (bad). WE wrote a comic strip that was distributed at night on patrols. XO was hard after the culprits, but neve did catch us. Probably knew who it was, but it was the only thing that brought an esprit de corp with Skillings as CO. I retired last year as O5, Deputy Chief of Naval Engineering MLC Atlantic. Settled in Chesapeake VA and working with private firm on CG Deepwater contract. Like to hear from anyone that sailed in her when I did. Also, would help pull a reunion together. On01/24/03 David Fisher said: Aboard 1/66 to 11/67 . Was a medical corpsman under CPO McClasky. I remember the great food we had and a lot of other stuff. Now living in Corpus Christi, Texas. Fish a lot. On01/16/03 capecodjan http://www.capecodjan@aol.conCapeCodJan) said: I'am writing a book on Chief pettey Officers, from the U.S.C.G.C. Ingham, Most interested about DCC E.L. Kyttle serving on the Ingham from 1965 to 1967 as a FN/DC and DC-3, and from 1983 to ? as a DCC. We belive DCC E.L.Kyttle is living some were in Chile under a different name. Any one having any information on the notorious Chief,who was stationed onboard, the following ships U.S.C.G. Ingham, Southwind, Northwind, Edstio, Axe, and Spencer. Also stationed at A/C Life/Boat/Station and the U.S.C.G. Yard. On12/23/02 MIKE BACKER said: MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL INGHAM VETERANS. MAY YOU ALL HAVE A JOYOUS SEASON CELEBRATING OUR LORD. I WOULD LIKE TO SAY MERRY CHRISTMAS TO THE VIETNAM ERA SHIPMATES (1968-1969). MIKE BACKER On12/13/02 Richard Brooker said: Asking former shipmates and any other CG to watch for possible sightings of missing Missouri 11 year old Shawn Hornbeck. I'm working in the search. Details http://www.shawnhornbeck.com On12/12/02 Tim Donaldson said: Sure do miss the days of the 'I', I Wish all a safe and merry Christmas! On12/09/02 Mark Pasciuti said: My father served on the Ingham from 1960 - 62 as XO and then CO. He (Richard A. Pasciuti) and my mom are doing well and I plan to visit the ship over the holidays. I have to get my dad on the 'net' more often so he can see all of this. I will pass any messages on to him... he would like that. On11/28/02 MIKE BACKER said: HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL INGHAM MEMBERS. ALL VIETNAM ERA SHIPMATES TAKE ADVANTAGE OF AGENT ORANGE REGISTRY EXAMINATION AT YOUR NEAREST VA HOSPITAL OR OUTPATIENT CLINIC. MANY AGENT ORANGE EXPOSURE DISEASES ARE SHOWING UP EVEN AFTER THIRTY SOME YEARS. GET YOUR FREE C&P EXAM AND RECEIVE THE AGENT ORANGE REGISTRY UPDATES FOR COMPENSATION. CONTACT ME IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. ENJOY THESE SPECIAL HOLIDAYS. On11/20/02 Mike Walling said: To all INGHAM WWII Vets: I now have a contract with McGraw-Hill for the book about the 327s in the Battle of the Atlantic. It's due to be published in 2004. Thanks for all your help so far and there's much to be done yet. Mike Walling On11/16/02 glenda gray (willie) said: I would like to hear from anyone serving on the INGHAM during the years of 1967-1969. Willie Gray On11/14/02 MIKE BACKER said: I want to thank Captain Neal Westfall for bringing us home safely from Vietnam. We all should be thankful for his courage and bravery. I salute you. On11/05/02 CWO3 (MED) Tom Chapman said: Am just back in Arizona from E. City where 6 of us from the 1974-76 CPO quarters (by far the best I served in) got together to share memories and laugh almost the entire time. Attending were YNC Herb Cox, RMCS 'Dutch' Schultz (geez ... he looks better now at 70 than he did back then), QMCS 'Charley' Perry, BTCS John Purcell & MMCS Don Mcnab. We will continue our search for GMC 'Shorty' Fortner, DCC Linwood Swinson and MMC's Jim Maschinot, Melvin Prince and Julian Brown as well as other Chiefs and the two outstanding XO's aboard during that period. We plan to get together again at E.City next year so any help with locating those shipmates mentioned would be truly appreciated. On10/26/02 Jim Nicholson said: For anyone interested in the Ingham Association I have a new email address. It is: JimNicholson@insightbb.com On10/25/02 Bobby Auton said: I served aboard the INGHAM 65-67 worked and drank a lot of coffee in the engine room. ( MM-2 )Great memories. On10/24/02 Jim Nicholson said: There is an association for all former shipmates of the Ingham. We are looking for members. Great way to keep in touch with all shipmates and make new friends. If you are interested please contact me and I will get you the info. Jim Nicholson, Secretary. On10/19/02 Jim Hayden said: My Father served on the Ingham in WWII. He and my Mom are doing well in Orleans, MA. I would be happy to pass along any comments or news to them. On10/06/02 MIKE BACKER said: HELLO ALL, I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THE 2002 INGHAM REUNION HELD IN CHARLESTON, S.C.. LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT GATHERING. I WILL CONTACT MORE SHIPMATES FROM MY ERA,1968-1969, THROUGH OUR CRUISEBOOK. I WAS GLAD TO SEE CAPTAIN WESTFALL AGAIN. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. THANKS AGAIN, MIKE BACKER On09/23/02 Sandy Moore said: Hello Folks, haven't been here for a while. I was on the Ingham from Sept '77 till Sept '78. Went to AD school and now I'm an AMTC stationed at CGAS Clearwater Fl. On09/22/02 Ed Macko Jr. said: Ahoy all ship mates of Mighty I. Reported to Ingham right out of boot camp in May of 71 to 73, then was transfered to CG Station Ocracoke. Had a lot of great memories and great times while on board . Remember the fist time we went to St. John's Newfoundland . Was happy that the'I' was not sold for scrap and planning a trip next year to see her. On09/13/02 Dave Merrill said: I would like to let the organizers of the reunion know that there are several people from the Ingham on classmates.com. You may be able to contact them if you are a member. On09/13/02 Dave Merrill said: It's been a long time since I have talked to anyone from the Mighty I. It is great to have found this site. I have been looking in on Classmates.com every so often to check that site. But for that site you have to become a member just to talk to your old buddies. I am saddened to hear the she is in bad shape. I would love to combine a work weekend with a trip for my wife and kids to see where I spen 4 years of my life. Mostly all happy years I will add. I served aboard her from 81-85. If any of you from those years would like to contact me please do so. On 08/29/02 MIKE BACKER said: Face checking in after all these years. I would like to see a good turnout for the 2002 reunion. I'm trying to contact other shipmates to inform them. WHO knows how to reach Willie Lee Gray? Later, MIKE BACKER On08/29/02 Rod Mahaffey; said: I reported to Ingham in early '72 right out of Petaluma Radio school. Two days later we were headed for Gitmo. I remember Ocean Station Charlie over Christmas & New Years. What a trip! On08/19/02 Tom Chapman said: Recently made contact with YNC Herb Cox 26 years after leaving the Ingham and certainly one of the best CPO quarters ever. Am flying out to see him in South Carolina in late October and we are then off to find old shipmates such as RMC 'Dutch' Schultz, QMCS Charley Perry, GMC 'Shorty' Fortner, MKC's Jim Machinot, Julian Brown & Don McNab. Any CPO's out there from that period of 74-76, send me an email and we'll come pester you with a few beers and endless sea stories. Also looking for two great XO's ... (then) LCDR's Carbone and Wisnetsky (sorry if I spelled that incorrectly). On08/07/02 Bill Dennis said: Went to the Ingham in '79 straight from Cape May. Even squared my corners when I fist went on board. Met her in Ft. Laurderdale where we set off to Gitmo and kicked the Navy's grey butt. Great memories of 'fan tail' hoping, sea hockey, and great times in a short 8 month period of time. We were always at sea, always working. Hats off to the crew, we were salt. On07/24/02 Chris Nettles said: Just stopped in to say hi. Served on her as Ens/jg in 86, 87. Best wishes to all. On 07/23/02 David L. Walker said: Fn, 83-84. Lots of good memories. Retired ETC in 2000. Hello to all. On 07/15/02 Todd Hall said: Just checking in. Still don't see many names from the late 70's... Probably the wonderful memory of HOTEL weather stations in the northern atlantic. There's something about, cold air, clouds and massive, mountainous waves that seem to stick in your memory. Had a great time though. Came a long way since then... from SA to LCDR now stationed in Houston. Nearing retirement and looking forward to it. Drop a note if you did Ingham time with me. On 07/12/02 Jeff Knutson said: I was on board from mid 66 to mid 69. I was an ET2. I didn't really enjoy the experience except some of the places we visited, Hong Kong, Philippines, South America. I remember standing in line three times a day to get something to eat. How about that head with the commodes a foot apart with no partition. I remember shooting the gun in Vietnam all day and loading ammo allmost every night and laying awake most of the night listening to the berthing area door slam back and forth because half of the crew were too stupid to dog it back down after passing through. I remember the deck crew working until past dark on Christmas eve painting because some deck officer was too stupid and inconsiderate to let them off and listening to a radio on OS bravo when the first men landed on the moon. I never could understand how anyone could like that way of life. The way the thing was run and managed and the quality of life it was like living in the Dark Ages. On 06/28/02 Bobby Yaw said: Not a day goes by when I am not telling sea stories to the folks in southern minnesota. yep, retired just off of I-90. If your in the neighborhood,stop by. 5 bedroom farm house. Always got room for a shipmate. Later Boys. On 06/27/02 Frank Tubeck said: The USCGC INGHAM biennial reunion will be held at Patriot's Point, South Carolina. Look in on the reunion notices for more info. E-mail me your snail mail address and I will send you a copy of our newsletter, Gob's Gab. On 06/18/02 RICHARD HANNER said: I WAS STATIONED ON THE INGHAM FROM NOV. 1970 THRU BEGINNING OF 1972 THEN WENT TO THE POINT BROWN. THIS WAS IN NORFOLK,VA. NICKNAME WAS GRIT. ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBER ME. On 06/13/02 David Nesst said: My father Lawrence Nesst served on the Ingham while she was in the Philippines 1943-1945. I do not know if he was onboard before or not. My sister and I are interested in the Ports the ship visited and the dates they were in New York. Is there a ships log that is available for research. Thank you for your time Dave Nesst On 06/04/02 Ferg said: Passing this way again - and - again :-) Ingham(ights) rock !!! Semper Paratus !!! On 05/14/02 Gene Kiss said: I just recieved a 20 pageDestroyer Escort Memories from the Captain of my second ship The USS Hurst DE 250. I was on it 1944-45 and anchored in Pearl Harbor when Japan surrenderd. I served on the US Ingham 1940 end of 1943.I am looking for information. In the Memories book the Captain writes that anyone who was in the UK or Europe for any reason during the war was awarded a 'European Theater of Operations' Ribbon.I never heard of it. I was in and out U K and Ireland on Convoy duty and would be entitled to it. The Ingham got the American Defense medal with an 'A' for service before the war. We were convoying to England and not flying an American Flag and droping off the Merchant ships outside of the U K where the English Corvettes took them the rest of the way before Japan attacked Pearl Harbor. Would oppriciate any info on it. Not long ago I found out that I was entitled to the Combat Ribbon and got it also The Coast Guard Sea ribbon ( awarded to any one who served on a cutter 165 ft or longer for two years continuas sea duty. On 05/11/02 George Hammond said: Bob, I probably have the same photos right here. I will try to upload them too. You, MK3 Jerome, Smitty, Feltis and a couple others are holding the Fireroom door. MK2 Larry Dodge's wife painted the dragon on the door. Do you remember Jerome's first name? I remember he was a Chevy nut. My next boat was the CGC Tampa. I did one year on her and then got out with 8 years in. Had the time of my life while I was in. Still mess with boats a little, but only to fish, ski or party. On 05/09/02 Bob Adams said: Hey George; Today was my first time here also. Stumbled upon by accident. I was looking up info on my last station, the CG Yard ( I was on the tug Messenger there). Somewhere I have a couple photos of us, one with us in front of boiler #1 and another with the fireroom door. I can't remember who painted it. I've been going crazy trying to find them. When I do I'll upload them to this site and send you a copy too. On 05/09/02 George Hammond said: Of course I remember you, Bob. You were one of the quiet ones, but always a hard worker. FN Ellis on the other hand, owes me a work shirt. He dribbled white paint on my back from the 3rd level catwalk during my first week on board. He was transfered the next. Last night was my first visit to Fred's Place. I should have checked for you guys years ago. Great to hear from you, Bob! On 05/09/02 Bob Adams said: I served on board the Ingham up until her end also in 1988. George you must remenber us NY boys, MK3 Adams and FN Ellis On 05/09/02 George Hammond said: I had the fortune of being the last enlisted man to leave the Ingham when she was decommed and left at Gov. Island in 1988. The EO, LT John Overton, was the last aboard. I was the First Class of the Boiler room in 1987 to 88. I replaced Chico, who had her long before me. We spent six months at the dock getting her ready before getting underway for the first time. We took her to Halifax NS, where I leaned that Cannucks take Curling very seriously. Then on to San Juan PR. We blew a rusted-out pipe flange way up in the stack just as the last line went over. Three weeks later we grew tired of the Black Angus and Barcardi. Did a little Drug Interdiction and Hatian Migratian Repatriation and then some liberty in GITMO and Puerta Plata, Dominican Republic. My two FN's had to be bailed out after wrecking their rented mopeds. They gave their names as John Deere and John Doe. I have to admire their creativity. We made a few short trips after that, and then the word came...she was headed for Decomm. The last 6 months aboard her we painted and polished every inch of the boiler room and the rest of her. We wanted her to go out in style and look her best for her new owners. At the time, we didn't know who that was going to be; the Intrepid Museum or the Ingham Society. The Decommishining ceremony was one of the most emotional days of my life. I had only been aboard her for a year but I fell in love with the old girl. She has a soul and I think we all felt it that day. My in-laws visted her in Charleston last year and brought me photos and pamplets and brochures. I could see from the photos that the salt air and the years had not been kind to her. From the air, she looks like a dingy next to an aircraft carrier. My heart swelled and my eyes teared when I saw the photgraph of the plaque that we had engraved and fixed to the front of the old Babcock and Wilcox firebox. 'MKC K. McLEAN, MK1 G. HAMMOND,MK2 L.DODGE, FN T. NEWTON....Larry, Smitty, Walker, Feltis'...I'm sorry, I can't recall everyone's name right now. I am proud to have served with every one of you. We were the last crew of CGC INGHAM and we left our mark in history. My Plankowners Certificate hangs in my livingroom and the engrved marble etching of the Ingham steaming underway is in my dining room. My wife just doesn't understand...but I'm sure some of you do! On 04/17/02 Bill Wester said: I am just passing through, shipped out on the 'MIGHTY I' from 1964 to 1966. I worked in the engine room and tool room. On 04/10/02 Paul Mize said: I just found an old shipmate and good friend by the name of Tom Powell after a separation of 43 years. We served on the Ingham together. I spent my enyire enlistment 55 -59 on board her. I have a menu for Thanksgiving meal with a picture of the ship and the ships roster from 1958.I was discharged in Jan.59 as a RD2. Currently in touch with Everidge GM,Hines QM,and Coffey W4 Bosun Ret. On 04/10/02 Greg Smith said: I served onboard the 'Mighty I' 84-86 as a GM3/2. The old girl got me through some rough seas. I heard she was not faring well in Patriot's Point. I retire next week, and thought of seeing what I could do. For a girl her size, not much one man can do, but I am willing to help out. Several of my shipmates from the mid 80's will be at my ceremony. That is how fondly I remember my times onboard. I miss the old girl, but I did sail on her when we first got the gold hull numbers. If they brought her back, I would do four more! On 04/06/02 Patrick Quinlan said: Met for lunch the other day with Dan Debruin and Jimmy Hayes. Come to find out we only live a half hour from each other. After almost 30 yrs. since we were on the Ingham the memories came flooding back. Great time guys and thanks for the good memory Jimmy. Looking for any other crew from 69-73. Looking for Ed 'Goat' Cummings NY, Gary Schultz OH, JR from Texas, JF from VA, John 'Granpa' McCardle. Anyone else out there? Can anyone give me info on the Ingham newsletter I have heard about? On 04/01/02 Jim Hayes said: I was stationed on Ingham from 11/71-9/73 as a damage controlman after a 9 month stint aboard Cutter Absecon WHEC-374.Good to hear from old friends again. On 03/31/02 Jeff Brooks said: Was onboard Ingham from winter of 1972 through fall of 1975 as ET3. Had many good aboard with shipmates JF, Gary, dudley doright, Hal, and Pat Quinlan. Lots of good times in the ET shop and 29 RADAR room. On 03/28/02 Dan DeBruin said: Came to Ingham from DC 'A' on Governors Island. Met the ship in 1971 winter at the Yard in Curtis Bay. Spent two years. Cmdr Bauman did not like me as I was somewhat rebellious at the time. Jim Hayes and Ernie Hughs worked in the DC shop with me. Talked to Pat Quinlan just last night and he gave me this site. Hope more folks from our era find us. On 03/28/02 Gene Kiss said: I was on the Ingham 1940-1943 On 03/27/02 Patrick Quinlan said: Hope to find some of my old shipmates from the Ingham. I was stationed on her from 8/69-8/73 through good times and bad. 4 long years of sea duty but still have many fond memories. Anyone remember going through Hurricane Agnes from one end to the other on a SAR? On 03/27/02 Tom Powell said: Hey, it worked...Hello to Paul Mize, and he is from Georgia, not WVA...sorry' bout dat Paul. I guess the 'Zeke' is what threw me. Also, so sorry to receive from Paul that my very good friend Steve Browne (RD2) had passed away in 1995. You know Paul, you should list the ones that your are in contact with on the board. Bet more will jump up. Thanks so much for the mail...I'll get back to you. Ain't Fredsplace great? Tom Powell On 03/17/02 David (Feet) Fenn said: Anyone interested, I have not heard or asked about the up-keep of Ingham from the S.C. govoners office since 9-11-01. I have e-mailed history channels, save our history, about her and have seen it on the history channel in Nov.2001. Their are vulunteers that do their best with up- keep and I would, but travel with work too much. I believe more can be done from S.C. fund raising and going to keep trying to get answers. On 03/06/02 TOM WIRGES said: Anybody around who was on the Ingham during the Cuban Missal Crisis and its trip to Gitmo On 02/27/02 Gene Kiss said: Does anyone know if the US Ingham is going to have a reunion this year? It will be March in couple days.I heard it would be in Charleston S.C. and have heard nothing. If we are it should be posted real soon so we can plan on attending.I hope we don't let this go by the wayside. On 01/24/02 Tom Powell STCM (Ret) said: A follow up on the below...RD Brown married RD Mize's sister if that helps to jog the memory. Thanks. On 01/16/02 Tom Powell STCM (Ret) said: I was on INGHAM from the summer (joined her in the Yards, Baltimore)of 1957 to the summer of 1959. I was a sonarman and am looking for any information on two RD's on board at that time. RD3 Steve Brown (Denton, MD) and RD3 Mize (I think he was from WVA). I was from Cape Charles, Va and used to ride back and forth on the weekends with Brown, riding the ferry across from Kiptopeke Beach to Little Creek. Any information on either would be appreciated. Thanks. On 01/01/02 Ron Jaggers said: Hey, Brooker, Pryor, Charbonneau, Harned,& Dutch Shultz . I am in contact with Sadler and do volunteer work on the Taney in Balto. Harbor. Does anybody remember Rick Hubberd and if so if he is still alive? I also saw Wayne Engel about 3 years ago. On 12/31/01 AL KLUNDER said: HAPPY AND HEALTHY HOLLIDAYS TO ALL On 11/21/01 Walter Kane said: Greetings and Salutations from Malabar, Florida. As a former crewmember (Radioman Jan/74- Apr/75) just stopping by to pay my respects. Fond regards to all. On 11/21/01 Richard Brooker said: Does anyone else remember dropping the depth charge (1966) on the way back to Norfolk from Argentia, or finding 'Capt' William Willis and his 11ft sailboat south of Newfoundland (1967) when he was trying to cross the Atlantic and rescuing him two months later while on the way to OS Charlie? On 10/25/01 Ferg said: passing through again - checking on my Ingham(ates) - alive and well, still in Nashville TN - On 10/18/01 Ramon San Juan said: Served on the Ingham 3/47-11/49 Capt.Walsh was relieved by Capt.V.E.Day.My 2nd tour 57/59 Capt.Causer as CO.Also aboard cutters Winnebago,Mendota,Sebago.Retired 1969 in Corpus Christi,Tx as MMC. Would like to hear from any of my former shipmates. On 10/16/01 BMC Jon W. Adams said: Just stopping by to say hello. When is the next reunion for the Ingham? On 09/14/01 Richard Brooker said: Reported aboard Sept 1965 at Norfolk VA SNSO from USNFSS Key West. CO was Capt Lynch, XO was CDR Scarborough. Departed March 1969 SO1 from Subic Bay RP for discharge. CO was Capt Westfall, XO was LCDR Wubbold. On 09/12/01 smitty said: I served on the Mighty 'I' From May 6, 1957 til July 20, 1959. We sailed for OS Echo the day after I reported aboard, all the old salts told me about the 'Mail Buoy' when we returned about a month later, I had to go to the District and explain why I hadn't written my mother to tell her how I was. SA to SNBM On 09/10/01 Langley Fruin said: To A sailor named Ski, I received the info on Jimmy Francis but was in Florida at my daughters and my granddaughter deleted it before I could copy the address and your e-mail address so if you read this please resend the info to my e-mail address and I will be greatly appreciative of it. On 08/28/01 Bill Wester said: HI, follow shipmates, I have read every comment made for the last 2 years. I am both saddened and happy for the OLD GIRL, MIGHTY 'I'. I spent 2 years on her and it was great. We worked hard to keep her in good shape. I was there for the CIC fire and the starboard turbine repair. At no time did I think of taking pictures of the damage, I wish I had, so if anyone has pictures of this, please share them with the rest of us. Also I am starting to collect any other pictures you have, please send them to me using 'jpeg'. From this collection I would like to create an album to presented to all my shipmates via a website I am working on. Please help me preserve the OLD GIRL even if its only in picures. I would like pictures from every part of her from everyone who has some to share, even you officers and former captains. With every picture, please let me know who you are and when/where it was taken. Nothing is classifed anymore, so please share pictures from those areas too. Thank you everyone in advance. This is going to be a great album for a great ship. Lets have some fun here everyone, take care. If you can't e-mail them because you have to many. E-MAIL me and I will give my address. Thanks again. Write me soon. Bill Wester, Former Shipmate On 08/24/01 Mike DeNoto said: I reported to the 'Mighty I' back on 3/19/81 straight from boot camp. I meet the boat in GTMO. Man, I had no idea what I was in for. I remember the cadet cruise to Europe and playing guitar on the fantail. Then I went off to ET 'A' school. It's ashame the boat has deteriorated to it's present state. When she was decommissioned she should have stayed in New York. There she would have been alongside the Intrepid, been in a very visible environment and would have recieved all the maintenance required. That's a fact ! I retired 8/1/01 and have fond memories of this cutter and the friends I made along the way. On 08/16/01 David (Feet) Fenn said: Got an answer from the SC governor office and said they will be looking into the fund raising end for the up keep of the Ingham. Will keep anyone interested informed. On 08/15/01 Barry Chadwell said: Served briefly out of boot (Cape May) in summer of '72 under CDR Bauman. Reported at Newport News, then OS Bravo, back to Portsmouth. Remember Mr Rhodes (are you still on this net?) and BM1 Windham, who I later ran in to at Curtis Bay. I went to ET school after Ingham, then to Balto Group Electronics for rest of enlistment as ET2. Great to read some of the history of this ship and will try to get to see her again.. On 08/08/01 David Fenn said: Glad to see people concerned with the Inghams state at Patriots piont SC. Need to do more than just write about it though it was embarrassing to show her to my kids. I have been e-mailing the govoner of SC and patriots piont, with no answers yet. Served on her from 84-86. Tried to e-mail several people here, but only got through to one person, others were sent back. On 08/07/01 Langley Fruin said: Sad that there aren't any messages since my last one on the 12th of July. Either all the ex's have either lost all their memory or just plain don't care. Still waiting for any info about my friend Jimmy On 07/12/01 Langley Fruin said: Does anyone remember James(Jimmy) Francis.He would have been on board in the early 60's, he was either a QM or BM. We joined together from Dallas and were best friends. We were seperated from boot camp, I went to radar school and he went to the Ingram(I think) Would like to renew our frienship, any info would be greatly appreciated On 06/05/01 Bill Wester said: I have been gone awhile, but I am back and still looking for old shipmates from 1964 to 1966. On 05/05/01 Gene Kiss said: Passing through looking for shipmates 1940-end 1943when I served aboard the Ingham.Would like to hear from my old shipmates. Frank Toubek our secratery of Ingham assoc.is wintering in Vero Beach Florida40 min. from my home in Melbourne Florida we have been having lunches and bull sessions together with Tony Kloska our model ship builder. Tony lives in Sebasten Fl.we have been to the coast Guard station in Fort Pierce. They have two 87 foot cutters stationed thier. We were well recieved and it was fun aboard the cutters built in 2000. All computerized. I asked what if your computer goes down. The skipper opened a drawer and pulled out a lap top. This is our back up. No big wheel to steer. You sit on a stool and steer with a 5 inc lever. They sleep on 6 inch mattresses. Remember ourbunks. Canvas tied to metal frame with 2 inch mattress? You don't have to slide down the steps to go below deck. They have nice wide stairs. No lockers. They have drawers under the bunks. We had lunch with them and the cook was a female. Boy how things have changed. Nice chatting with you. Hope to hear from you Gene Kiss On 04/25/01 TODD JONES said: I REPORTED TO THE INGHAM 1987 RIGHT OUT OF BOOT AS AN FA. UNDER THE WATCHFULL EYE OF MKCS HODGES, MK1/MKC WOLF, LT. OVERTON, WO J.J.DELMONTE, JUST A FEW OF MANY NAMES THAT I REMBER WELL, I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANY OLD SHIPMATES. BEST WISHES AND CALM SEAS TO ALL. On 04/09/01 Gene Kiss said: Served on Ingham 10/1940-end 1943 read that Al Klunder was on same time. We were in boot camp at Ellis Island together and went aboard Ingham from there.Al and I were on same 3 inc. Anti air craft gun togerher. I was the gun captain. I have pictures of him at the gun. I guess I join him as one of the old guard on the Ingham. I live in Melbourne Florida and plan on taking a 7 hour drive over Memorial Day to paitriot Pt. to visit The big I. I can amagine the feeling after almost 58 years when I step on my ship. After my wife passed away June 2000 I spent a lot of time on the computer and came across the Ingham Assoc. I joined right away and enjoy reading the Gobs Gab. Frank Toubeck our secratery is wintering in Vero Beach Fl. and we have gotten together a few times with Tony Kloska our master Model ship builder who lives in Sabastion Fl. 30 min. from Melbourne. His models look like the real thing. Any old shipmates passing through Melbourne are welcome to stop by. E-mail me and let me know when. Dick Booth our Gobs- Gab Editor sent me a picture of the Ingham he took on a recent visit and it sports a new paint job.I am glad as I will be taking pictures of my visit on the Ingham. Any Ingham shipmates come join the Ingham Assoc. Our numbers are decreasing and we need to keep up our Association. Come Aboard. I am waiting for the next Reunion Date and Location. I recently returned from my second ship Reunion US Hurst D.E. 250 I served on her from 1943 until 1945 It was held in Baton Rouge La. It was exciting meeting old shipmates after 50 plus years in person. Can't wait to meet Ingham shipmates at the next reunion. I had the pleasure of visiting the new DD Museum in New Orleans. It was quite an expieriance. So real, all about WW11. They are now working on the third floor. They do have an elevator. It is a must see if you ever are in the area. You won't be sorry. Hope to hear from any of my shipmates 1940-1943. I welcome e-mail from any Ingham Coasties. Gene Kiss On 03/18/01 Neil Wasserman said: Ok you Coasties here is the scoop the museum that is taking care of the Ingham in South Carolina is trying to raise money for the Hunley there e-mail address is info@hunley.org. Now is the time for all you coasties to speak your mind i was there for Thanksgiving and the Ingham is rusting away as well as the Yorktown tell them how you feel about the situation, as well as the Bibb the Ingham has alot of History be good brothers.We all need to stand together to perserve her. On 02/12/01 Mike Joy said: Just playing through so glad to see so many old Ingham crew still on board. I served with Cdr bauman Co during 72-73. Great memories. Drop me a line any time. On 01/13/01 Jon Adams said: Just Stopping by...Sailed on the Ingham in 1980. Think of those times often. On 01/09/01 Tom Newton said: I served on her right out of boot camp in January 87.Hated the thought of an old ship until I got there. Loved it, went to Cuba with her, sailed her to New York after Decom. I was a Fireman in the Boiler room. What fun that was. Chico, MK1 Rivera, MKC Mclain, Sean Ellis, 'Lovely' Larry, Ed Kuhles. Like to hear from some of the others. On 12/31/00 Fred's Place (***Archived Comments***) said: There's more!!! Go to the Archived Comments page. Go to top Copyright 2007 Military Advantage, Inc.