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Tom Sabo from Napa wrote on February 19, 2021 at 1:00 pm:

69 and 70 were busy on the gunline. I had grown up in a basement by myself, somewhat like a sonar shack, but with less light and company. I’m eternally grateful to my crewmates and others who opened my eyes to the larger world and the business of war in SE Asia. All of that shaped this life in an increasingly meaningful manner for the years after for myself and my family. A lot of us became Men in that tin can, and I’m grateful for all of you.

Jim Chester from string:CARSON CITY wrote on January 11, 2021 at 12:04 pm:

Gentlemen, It is with extreme Sorrow, I report the loss of CDR Robert Huntley Pidgeon USN (Ret) who was our beloved CO from 13 DEC 71 to 25 APR 73. Rob died peacefully on 12-3-2020 and leaves behind his wife of 40 years and now widow Sandy and many other loving family members. Rob was a graduate of the USNA, class of 1958 and friend of his classmate, John McCain. Rob was a very fine gentleman and outstanding combat leader. I look forward to attending his Funeral and Memorial service at the USNA this upcoming Summer. I consider it a privilege and an honor to be there. Fair Winds and Following Seas Rob! RIP Sir!

Robert Manssen from Kahului wrote on June 30, 2020 at 2:09 pm:

Served on TJ from Nov1959 to mid 1961. RD3. Went to Harry E Hubbard DD748 after that till separation. TJ was the best.

jon spencer from kingsford wrote on June 23, 2020 at 3:52 am:

Here is a link to the TJ's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/99181925648/ This is mostly for crew members and is another way to keep in touch.

jon spencer from kingsford wrote on June 23, 2020 at 3:42 am:

On the new homepage, can you make the info box in the drone footage able to be turned off. It stays there in both Safari and Chrome. The footage is very good, but the box interferes with seeing the ship. Thanks J-H.S.

Jim Chester from string:CARSON CITY wrote on June 3, 2020 at 3:35 pm:

This is for Mike Williams USAF Historian from Carlisle, Iowa. I am very interested in that shell casing with documentation. It has been missing for over 20 years and we would like to get it back so it can go to a National Museum. Please contact me at 775-887-0147 ASAP>>>>Thanks!

Gary Roberts from Edgewood , Kentucky wrote on April 8, 2020 at 5:16 am:

Great job Chad, Stay safe

Bob Calhan from Novato wrote on April 7, 2020 at 2:16 pm:

I was on the Turner Joy from 1970 to 1972 I was a Machinist Mate and worked in both Main control and #2 Engine room. Made a lot of good friends and had a great learning experience back then. I haven't been able to come up and see the ship but I'm planning on it later this year.

Chad James from redmond wrote on April 1, 2020 at 5:06 pm:

Welcome everyone to this new website

Chad James from redmond wrote on March 23, 2020 at 9:45 am:

Hello - we have a new look to our website!

Chad James from redmond wrote on March 3, 2020 at 3:48 pm:

Enjoy our new website and Reunion information concerning Rules and Regulations. Please respond if you have new information concerning the passing of a shipmate.

Chad James from redmond wrote on February 9, 2020 at 5:00 pm:

Welcome - our new 2020 website updated, enjoy

Frank spero from Evanston wyo wrote on November 26, 2019 at 8:09 pm:

To those seeking info on Ken Garrison. I was a qm3 and 2 aboard 66 to 68. Ken was my best friend aboard. In 1970 we served together again in Long Beach as craftmasters on 72 foot torpedo retriever boats. K left the service and went to work Naval Undersea and Research Center whom we worked in conjunction with. Ken retired from there and last I knew he stayed in the San Diego area. I was proud of the TJ and Capt. Briggs whom it was honor to have as a skipper. I was on the bridge during the shelling of the TJ. I had the privilege to provide relative bearings to the gun crews from the port alidade. Thanks... Read more

To those seeking info on Ken Garrison. I was a qm3 and 2 aboard 66 to 68. Ken was my best friend aboard. In 1970 we served together again in Long Beach as craftmasters on 72 foot torpedo retriever boats. K left the service and went to work Naval Undersea and Research Center whom we worked in conjunction with. Ken retired from there and last I knew he stayed in the San Diego area. I was proud of the TJ and Capt. Briggs whom it was honor to have as a skipper. I was on the bridge during the shelling of the TJ. I had the privilege to provide relative bearings to the gun crews from the port alidade. Thanks to all that I served with during my time aboard.

Willie Mendiola from San Antonio Tx wrote on November 4, 2019 at 3:23 pm:

For all my ship mates that served abroad the Tj during 1971-1975 and before . Bill HR-299 has finally become law.

John Hart wrote on September 13, 2019 at 2:35 pm:

Heather Lansing, I knew your husband, we rarely used first names, but saddened to learn of his passing. He was a ET and a great guy, always smiling.

Eric Holbrook from Jacksonville Florida wrote on July 23, 2019 at 5:36 pm:

If you make it to the Turner Joy in Bremerton Washington... Look up inside the light over the chart table on the starboard side of the bridge. QM3 Holbrook is inscribed there from 1982. I re-enlistet on that bridge as a Chief Quartermaster (Submarines) in about 1997. I retired as a Senior Chief in 2004.

EricHolbrook from Jacksonville Fl wrote on July 23, 2019 at 5:19 pm:

1980 - 1982; Last Westpac, Went into the de-com. Transferred to DDG-13 Hoel. Couple of years there then the USS Oldendorf DD 972. Couple of years there then shore duty as Military Police in Subic. After that, 16 years on 5 submarines. In all, about 24 years. It all started on "TJ".

Heather Lansing from Ballston Spa wrote on July 17, 2019 at 7:24 am:

My husband, Harold “Skeeter “ Lansing served on the Turner Joy from 1964-1967. He recently passed. I would like to learn more about his time on the TJ. Are there any of you who served during that time?

Stephen Moran from Sherwood, OR wrote on July 8, 2019 at 11:20 am:

My wife and I toured the TJ on Saturday 7-6-19 in Bremerton, WA. The old girl was clean, but showing her age. I was able to tour Gun Plot where I worked 40 years ago... It was worth the trip. The tour helped me remember and appreciate the past crews' service, and the legacy of the TJ. She served us well.

Mike Williams, USAF retired historian from Carlisle, IA wrote on June 17, 2019 at 3:08 pm:

Had a guy call me today and said he bought an empty shell casing from last shell fired from naval vessel from Vietnam war, at a garage sale. Supposedly has written documentation it is authentic. Anyone enlighten me on this subject?

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