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Patrick McAloon <pmcaloon@usa.net> Shenzhen, China - Saturday, August 26, 2000 at 06:33:49 (EDT) Great thanks to all those that were on this and every other duty of war. This is a very well assembled web site. I enjoyed the messages especially those that brought feelings of pain and sorrow along with the victory of war. God Bless EVERY military personel that contributes to keeping America Free and from ONE WORLD GOVERNMENT... Art Strong <str8bizness@webcombo.net> Travel, US - Friday, August 18, 2000 at 01:11:08 (EDT) My father was on the Keppler in the 50's He gets me to check in for him to see whats going on. Love the site Albert R. Huber Jr. <samplum27@aol.com> Pgh., Pa. US - Saturday, August 12, 2000 at 08:50:58 (EDT) SONAR during Korea Michael Krenick US - Thursday, August 10, 2000 at 09:26:47 (EDT) I served on the Keppler as an ETN3 from 1960 to 1961 and was onboard at the time of the collision with the Johnston. I have a copy of the New York Times article describing the incident. I also have a copy of the Brooklyn Naval Shipyard newsletter, The Shipworker, describing the Keppler and the FRAM II job. I was discharged before she left the yards. I have a few "refueling" photos and some of Ens. Koon, Mabs, "Pappy" and me in the ET shop. Let me know if you are interested in anything. I certainly would be interested in seeing any memorabilia you have. Glenn Heckard <garard@mailbag.com> Stoughton, WI US - Saturday, August 05, 2000 at 12:26:21 (EDT) Just wanted to relive a little of yesteryear Michael Cannon <palepapa@aol.com> Strongsville, OH US - Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 18:09:57 (EDT) just found this site... its great...would love to hear from shipmates from 66-70 mike ellis <mtbtr@aol.com> chesapeake , va US - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 22:27:24 (EDT) My dad, Monty Cotter, was Chief Sonar operator (changed the way the entire navy used the sonar) from 1949 to 1952. He has GREAT stories and if someone would contact him care of cherrieb@nts-online.net it would sure make him happy. He especially remembers the pharmacists mate that did surgery, such as sewing up a guy that got his arm cut off, also friends Michael Krenick, Malcolm Hill, and C. Ray Castor. This is a wonderful site, very easy to "navigate". Well done! PS I am his daughter and have followed tradition - I'm a pharmacist's mate (O-4), with over 14 years service. Cyndy <tctc@ionet.net> Stillwater, OK US - Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 17:36:00 (EDT) I served aboard the Keppler from 67-68 as a QM3. I was aboard during the Med/North Atlantic Cruise, and I was discharged on 11/1/68 while in the yards in Charlestown, MA. Robert R. Byrd <BYRDRO@aol.com> Chattanooga, TN US - Wednesday, July 05, 2000 at 13:20:56 (EDT) Site looks good. I served in the KEPPLER from 5 Jun 62 to 16 Oct 63 as a YN. During Cuban crises, I attended PAMI school and Naval Justice School and did not deploy (19 Oct-20 Dec 62). Jerry Taaffe <jtaaffe@cox.rr.com> Fairfax, VA US - Sunday, June 18, 2000 at 19:20:48 (EDT) Just an interested ex-navy wife. I have a zippo lighter with the Keppler emblem on it. Was wondering if anyone would be interested in it. Kay Kay Schumacher <shang@chorus.net> Lodi, WI US - Friday, June 09, 2000 at 19:57:34 (EDT) I served on the Keppler from October 1960 until she went in the yards for FRAM. Was on board during Cuban blockade and at the time of the collision with the USS Johnson Dennis "Pat" Patterson <stude52@michiana.com> Niles, Michigan US - Thursday, June 08, 2000 at 21:44:13 (EDT) My father was Gary R. Thompson. He was a sonar operator on board the Keppler. I am very proud of him and you are to be commended on your website! Russell D. Thompson Tulsa, Ok US - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 09:42:27 (EDT) Served aboard the Kepppler in 1st and G Divisions from September of '68 to May of '70. Stayed in the SELRES USNR for the rest of 24 years, serving aboard the USS NK Perry, the USS Miller, and when Newport sent away the last FF's, transfered over to the CB's. Hope to hear from some of my old shipmates. Thank's to all who have helped make this a great website for the USS Keppler !!! GMG1 Alan Walker <AlanWalker@hotmail.com> Swansea, MA US - Sunday, May 21, 2000 at 20:38:48 (EDT) My grandfather, C.I. Pamplin, was on the USS Keppler in 1947-1949, and I was doing research for a school project when I found this webpage. It is really nice. Unfortunately, my grandfather died in 1988, but if anybody knew him, I'm sure they'd remember. I just wanted to say, great site!!!! Kim Pamplin <kazper_2001@hotmail.com> American Canyon, CA US - Friday, May 19, 2000 at 12:02:46 (EDT) Was on the keppler ..plank owner 5/47.. serverd to oct 48.. .We finally had our first reunion.. Every one look foward to 2001 in Conneticut.... wartch our web site.. parker, chief radioman parker miller <usspt27@yahoo.com> lorain lorain , ohio US - Sunday, May 14, 2000 at 06:43:30 (EDT) I served on board the Keppler from 7/63 thru 9/66 departed just days before ship departed for vietnam. Started in 1st division and worked in forward handling room and then in Mt.51 for about6 mo. Moved into weapons office as yeoman. Went onto ships office. Looking for anyone in this office and any other guys who may remember me. Also stood watches in Sonar with John Smalley. Hope to hear from former shipmates. joseph p. mellen <Kelybeanva@aol.com> Spring Hill, Fla US - Saturday, May 13, 2000 at 15:45:21 (EDT) On Keppler 1959-62 aft eng rm Robert Rodriguez MM3 <robtcarol1958@gateway.net> Howell, NJ US - Friday, May 12, 2000 at 20:50:19 (EDT) fine looking web site. attended a tin can bull session last night and met a keppler sailor. I was on the uss norris dde859 that served with the keppler many times. your keppler shipmate suggested I check out this website and sure glad I did. edward m. klinske <emklinskex2@webtv.net> brighton, mi. US - Sunday, May 07, 2000 at 11:36:11 (EDT) Came aboard as MM1 and left as MMC,66 to 68 Was incharge of Main Control,Had some good times and met a lot good men. This one of the best sites for the Keppler. hoping to see more crew members on line. James S. Warren MMCS Ret. <e8chiefu@tmlp.com> lakeville, Ma US - Thursday, May 04, 2000 at 17:23:47 (EDT) SERVED FROM 10/65 TO 9/66 TOO SHORT FOR WORLD CRUISE, PROBABLY A GOOD THING AS I WAS GUN CAPT. ON MT 1. J SELBY GMG3. JERRY SELBY <k1jl@CAPECOD.NET> YARMOUTH, MA US - Saturday, April 29, 2000 at 21:12:22 (EDT) I just learned today that my father served aboard the Keppler in late '50-early '51. I would love to find someone that knew him...... Valdon S(Robbie)Roberts,MMC from Texas (survivor of the USS Houston CA-30). Great site! Val Poss <possval@aol.com> Austin, TX US - Wednesday, April 26, 2000 at 20:27:50 (EDT) I was on the Keppler before, during, and after FRAM. I was high-lined off her during the Cuban blockade. I was SK1, but I later changed rate to ET. Captain V.L.Vitucci, XO Stokes. George G. (Jerry) Koester, ETC, USN, RET. Jerry Koester <jerryk@csonline.net> Oil City, PA US - Sunday, April 23, 2000 at 20:28:41 (EDT) I was a transplanted sub sailor ETN2(SS) who greatly enjoyed my experiences on the Big K during 1964-65. I would enjoy talking to anyone who served onboard during that time. William Alton <Balton@uswest.net> Phoenix, AZ US - Thursday, April 13, 2000 at 17:40:50 (EDT) Great site! I'm looking for anyone from "G"gang during vietnam Rich "CAT" Catlin <RCatlin240@aol.com> Frederick, Md US - Saturday, April 08, 2000 at 18:36:53 (EDT) I served on the mighty "K" form 69 to her decommision to the Turkey Navy. I was a 3rd class BT in the forward fireroom. I wolud be glad to hear from any of you from the period. Good bless. Toney Vanzant (Z-Gram Man) <anthony.vanzant@indsys.ge.com> Ozark, Mo. US - Friday, April 07, 2000 at 19:32:01 (EDT) enjoyed serving aboard this ship. would like to hear from somebody serving during this time. charles mcloughlin 55812 1957-1959 port st. lucie, fl US - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 18:54:11 (EDT) Served on Keppler DD-765 Between 1966-1969 as a Boiler tender Donald M Ridley <PointmanDR@aol.com> Tavares, FL US - Saturday, April 01, 2000 at 20:48:30 (EST) I was a Pharmacist's Mate aboard the USS SAN FRANCISCO in the battle of Nov. 12-13 in which John Keppler was killed. Everybody knew John Keppler. You have a truly fine web site. The USS SAN FRANCISCO ASSOCIATION (CA-38) holds a memorial at Land's End, SF, each May. I know any of you would be welcomed. For more info contact Don Gritz, SFA Secretary, 156 Elk Drive, Sonora, CA. 95370. Also, my pacshiprev internet site carries a couple of pages about the CA-38 that might be of interest. Smooth Sailing. Heber A. Holbrook <hholbrook@pacshiprev.com> Dixon, CA US - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 10:58:46 (EST) I recently found an old liberty card of my Dad's, dated 09 OCT 51 from USS Keppler. MM1 Stanton V. Parsons, USN was my dad. Prior to Keppler, he served on USS Hyman, DD-732. Stan Parsons <svpdkp@lemoorenet.com> Lemoore, CA US - Tuesday, March 21, 2000 at 12:37:54 (EST) Served '68 - '71 in B, R & DASH Divisions. Gary Heider, LT USN (ret) Gary Heider <gheider@worldnet.att.net> Green Bay, WI US - Monday, March 20, 2000 at 20:54:31 (EST) I served 55 to 57 on USS Keppler. Would like to hear from shipmates and know if they are going to reunion.Great web site. Jim Thomas <thomasseawatch@aol.com> Wolcott, NY US - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 11:52:04 (EST) served aboard keppler 68-71 foward fireroom bt2 ed burger ronkonkoma, ny US - Wednesday, March 08, 2000 at 14:06:08 (EST) I would like to get in contact with anyone who served during March 1967- Veitnam Cruise when shelled by North Vietnamese.Thank-you Bill Howard-GMG2 <howardc@ioc.army.mil> IL US - Sunday, March 05, 2000 at 13:40:01 (EST) I served aboard the Keppler from 1965 to 1966 as SFP2. A very long time ago. Stanley B. Wassinger <stanmar2@aol.com> N.Y. US - Thursday, March 02, 2000 at 21:03:37 (EST) Forward Engine Room - 1951-55. Great memories of the "Mighty K". Would enjoy hearing from old shipmates. David Breckenridge <jsbreck@aol.com> Elma, NY US - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 11:50:01 (EST) Served on Keppler from 1960 to 1962. This is great,Now i know what became of her. Ralph Gordon <RMGordie@aol.com> Northumberland , Pa US - Sunday, February 20, 2000 at 11:41:56 (EST) Just happened to be passing thru looking for info on my Dad's ship "Rolf" L. Knight <KnightLes@aol> Norwalk, CA US - Saturday, February 19, 2000 at 18:28:58 (EST) My late father served as RM2 George Silvaney on Keppler in late 50's (believe it was 58-59 or so) I did a search for Keppler on Yahoo and was thrilled to find this site. I printed some of your pages to mail to my mother. I remember my father showing us slides of his Navy days when I was a kid, and it had lasting memories for me. I myself joined the Navy and served in the Ceremonial Guard from 85-87 then onboard (as DM3) USS Shenendoah AD44. I am an illustrator and hope to do a painting of the Keppler. If anyone would who knew my father on board Keppler would like to contact me, please do. Thank you very much for this wonderful site. I may wish to make some contributions to the site by offering some images (from my dad's slides) and eventually a painting of the Keppler. George Silvaney <GSilvaney@deniz.com> Pittsburgh, PA US - Saturday, February 19, 2000 at 12:43:42 (EST) I am an X crew member having served 52-54 in the FWD fire room. Would like to here from any one in that era. Glenn C. Petteys B.T.1 <patpet@gateway.net> Gansevoort, NY US - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 00:16:35 (EST) GREAT WEB SITE, SERVED ON BOARD 1955-1958, SERVED IN THE E GANG RATE EM3 LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE FROM THAT TIME PERIOD ROBERT (BOB) KUNZE <FLABOBK@AOL.COM> CLEARWATER, FL US - Thursday, October 07, 1999 at 17:42:07 (EDT) This is by far the best site that I have seen that is devoted to a single ship. I shouldn't be surprised, after 23 years in the Navy, DD-765 had the finest crew that I have had the priviledge to serve with, and that seems to be her history. Neil Torrey <ntorrey@ismi.net> Howell, MI US - Monday, September 27, 1999 at 13:19:13 (EDT) Served on keppler 61-63 bt3 forward fireroom have enjoyed this web site and brings a lot of memories back Dennis Mahaney <mahacd@aol.com> Dayton , oh US - Thursday, September 16, 1999 at 18:02:07 (EDT) TCG TINAZTEPE(EX USS KEPPLER)COLIDED WITH A TANKER IN 1984. THE TANKER'S CARGO IS NORMALLY CALOR GAS. LUCKILY THE TANKER WAS EMPTY. AND THEREFORE CASUALTIES WERE MINIMAL. TCG TINAZTEPE HAS BEEN DECOMISSIONED SINCE. Suavi Ozon <tcgserdar@cwcom.net> London, England - Tuesday, September 14, 1999 at 15:57:59 (EDT) I WAS ABOARD KEPPLER 59/62 RATE EM2 LOOKING FOR ANY SHIP MATES ABOARD AT THIS TIME , JAMES(SNORK)NORVELL EM2 <MEGAELECTRIC@EMAIL.MSN.COM> FAIRVIEW, TX US - Friday, September 10, 1999 at 10:35:24 (EDT) CONTACT ME; LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FOR A GET TOGEATHER OR JUST TALK JAMES NORVELL EM2 59/62 <MEGAELECTRIC@EMAIL.MSN.COM> FAIRVIEW, TX US - Friday, August 27, 1999 at 15:33:50 (EDT) served on the Gainard DD706 in the late 60"s..we sailed with the Keppler many times....good memories Robert L. Young <young@nemaine.com> US - Sunday, August 15, 1999 at 14:27:44 (EDT) Congratulations on putting together an outstanding web site. I WILL be adding your site to the USS K.D. BAILEY web site Turn to my "Whatever Happened" section and scroll down to the KEPPLER. I remember the KEPPLER well due to spending so much time in Newport. Other than the BAILEY, I also rode the USS HARTLEY (DE-1029) out of Newport in addition to a reserve minesweeper, USS DASH (MSO-428). NCC ERNIE PINA, USN-RET <cpopina@ici.net> Cumberland, RI US - Thursday, July 15, 1999 at 11:46:50 (EDT) My late husband was aboard the Keppler from 66-68 (SN William R. Bryan - Radio Operator). Bill's on page 26 of the 1966-67 Southeast Asia "Ready." Bill always mentioned two friends that I can recall distinctly--Dan Hobbs and Len? Gabrielson. Anyway, my current husband found this site, thinking of Bill's and my two children, and that they may be interested in learning more about the Keppler and their Dad's time aboard--and I'm so glad he did. Thanks! Monica Bryan-Smartt <jfuzz@prodigy.net> Trenton, MI US - Sunday, July 04, 1999 at 12:38:48 (EDT) Served as a radarman on board from dec. 1968 until discharge in oct 1971. Would like to hear from anyone that served on board in this time William Norman <norman@winesburg.com > clyde, OH US - Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at 01:13:47 (EDT) I served aboard Keppler in 63-65 and found this site while looking for James Yost. We were MM's in the afer engine room. Jack Doyle <jdoyle38@hotmail.com> US - Sunday, June 13, 1999 at 11:56:31 (EDT) Fantastic website. Brings back memories, sad, painful, sweet victories. For those men of valor, they must be remembered and given full honors. Rosemarie A. Villaruz Manila, Philippines - Friday, June 04, 1999 at 07:05:21 (EDT) I am very please to find this web site. I was the one that sat below the two holes in Mount 51. Believe it or not guys it still hurts. I can live with it when you think of the alternative. I will write a story of my experences from March 11th on some day and post it. I don't remember a lot of folks on the ship but I do remember all of you as Americans that I would do anything for and as Americans that I'm very proud of. Ken Westgate Ken Westgate <kwestgate@aol.com> Belmont, Mi US - Saturday, May 08, 1999 at 13:10:46 (EDT) I was the ET1 from commissioning until I was discharged in March 8, 1949. James S. Class <Jsclass@aol.com> Lancaster, PA US - Tuesday, May 04, 1999 at 15:52:35 (EDT) Came on board Keppler March, '60 after sonar school, was on board before, during, and after Fram and left july '62. Sonarman Sog2, looking for others in sonar gang 'Pappy,'Korak, Shreckingaust (zip), Jim Frankovich, Huisengay, R.A.Albright, etc, etc, Chief Baily, Lt Gunner ASW officer, Ltjg Ryan Electronics officer, Ensign Christenson, etc . Arthur Larson <twstgrav@frontiernet.net> Canby, mn US - Thursday, April 29, 1999 at 20:15:17 (EDT) Would like to added to the crews list Leo Lavallee <LLava74790@aol.> Millbury, Ma. US - Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at 22:18:55 (EDT) Served on board keppler July 1960 to two days before leaving Brooklyn Navy Yard after Fram overhaul. Was on board during colision with USS Johnson off the Carolina coast. I was a fireman in the after fire-room. Edwin J. Pulaski <epulaski@aol.com> Terryville, CT US - Thursday, April 22, 1999 at 20:23:38 (EDT) Served on Keppler 68 thru decommision in Turkey. Go get em, Neil. Chief Williams. GLYNN L. WILLIAMS <glw@duplinnet.com> Kenansville, nc US - Monday, April 19, 1999 at 19:53:09 (EDT) My name is Tony Caucci. I served on the USS Keppler between 1961-1963. I am looking for anybody that served during that time or who knows me. If so please e-mail me.Thanks Tony Caucci <Jetsfan527@aol.com> Hollywood, FL US - Sunday, April 11, 1999 at 21:25:06 (EDT) Hello, This is my first visit here,My father and I have been looking for this site for a while,Glad to finally be aboard.He would like to find some of his shipmates.He is BT1 Arthur E. Kelly [Ret.],I'm unsure of his years of service,but he was in 25 years. If any of you Tin Can Sailors recall his name, Please feel free to e-mail us. Thanks for the Site boys,Thumbs up to you. Patrick Kelly <cropyboy1@aol.com> Lake Grove, NY US - Saturday, April 10, 1999 at 23:54:38 (EDT) Date of service 1947/1952 in50 WAS ON USS Colahan DD658 In Korea till 9/52 John A, Gehring <Johngehr@aol.com> Cincinnati, Oh US - Friday, April 09, 1999 at 14:35:04 (EDT) My dad asked me to go on the internet in hopes of finding some of his shipmates. My dad was on the Keppler from '66-'68 he served in Vietnam. His buddies knew him as "Tex" or "Bubba." My dad is David Guerra from Jourdanton. If my dad sounds familar please feel free to email me. Thanks. Paula Guerra <guerrapaula@hotmail.com> Jourdanton, TX US - Friday, April 09, 1999 at 13:06:43 (EDT) I am ex member of crew Korean conflict era. Would like to hear from other shipmates. Earl Brothwell <a1camtech@proaxis.com> Waldport, Or US - Tuesday, March 30, 1999 at 14:38:32 (EST) Served on the Keppler in 1947 and1948 as a FC1C. Chief Firecontrol Man was CPO Church Jack W. Nelson <jnelson844@aol.com> Huntsville, Al US - Sunday, March 28, 1999 at 20:23:40 (EST) was station on the uss keppler while she was in brooklyn navy yard . i was a cook until 1964.looking to talk to old friend. manny diaz <tincan1964@aol.com> boonton, n.j. US - Sunday, March 28, 1999 at 08:53:46 (EST) I was on the Keppler from 57-58. I was an RDSN. Don Belonga <dmorin@marinette.k12.wi.us> Peshtigo, WI US - Saturday, March 27, 1999 at 08:39:00 (EST) I was aboard her in 61 to 64. I cooked for a time. Richard Chaillou <Pushcart41@webtv.net> Middletown, NJ US - Friday, March 26, 1999 at 10:30:53 (EST) I was Radarman2 aboard 1965-1968 alot of really great memories and some sad ones.. would love to have a reunion to see some old shipmates.. Ellis,Powell,Quinn,Carr,Holt,Moore,Carlson, Martin,Malone and alot others Marc Ackelsberg RD2 <tincanto@aol.com> Baldwin, ny US - Wednesday, March 24, 1999 at 20:34:51 (EST) My dad has been looking for this kind of information on his old ship for months...And all it took me was a matter of mins. My dad served in Vietnam his name is Richie Chaillou. Thanks for this page, its great Amanda <Goddess6@webtv.net > NJ US - Wednesday, March 24, 1999 at 16:28:21 (EST) SERVED ON KEPPLER 1953-56 WHOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM OLD SHIPMATES.WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU LOUIS DELLAPIETRO SO3 <ELLOU8@AOL.COM> PLANT CITY , FL US - Sunday, March 21, 1999 at 22:02:25 (EST) I was a radarman on 'Budweiser' 1961 and 1962 Roger D. Eagle <rogerdeagle@hotmail.com> Washington, WV US - Sunday, March 21, 1999 at 16:33:29 (EST) Looking for ship's crew 1969 - 1970. Served aboard as SN, TM3. Also, was served aboard with Brother Duty with Ken Kapes, MM2. Currently maintain USS Hammerberg DE1015 web site, stop by and check us out. Roger Kapes <aim.morc@juno.com> Columbus, OH US - Saturday, March 13, 1999 at 07:07:58 (EST) I'm signing this guest book in hopes of finding some of my dads friends who were abroad ship with him. My dad's name is David Guerra. He was aboard the USS Keppler during '67-'68. His nick names were "Tex" and"Bubba." His Division was the Supply Division and his Rate was Commisary Man 2nd.His Rank was PO2. Hopefully, some of you know who my dad is. My dad really would like to get in touch with some of his friends he made aboard ship. Thanks. Sincerely, Paula Guerra Please feel free to email me. paula guerra <guerrapaula@hotmail.com> jourdanton, tx US - Friday, March 12, 1999 at 13:40:02 (EST) My Dad (Sam Antoch) served on her from 51-55. He'd love to contact anybody from that time period. Steve Antoch <steve_a@nwlink.com> Seattle, WA US - Tuesday, March 09, 1999 at 19:49:13 (EST) Great Web Site Thanks for the memories,I served on the Keppler from 56 to 59 MM2 Forward Engine Room. David Shinn <Dshinn1@aol.com> Chattanooga, Tn US - Sunday, March 07, 1999 at 15:40:38 (EST) Served on the Keppler 60-63. IC Electrician. Signed onboard while in Brooklyn for FRAM. Discharged while in Boston Navy Yard. Looking for old mates. Larry Baker <bakerl@acsworld.net> Lewistown, PA US - Friday, February 19, 1999 at 02:12:28 (EST) Good pictures I have some of the same thing LTjg Weir took them,recall all the metal falling on deck when the mine blew up it had Russian writing on it and is in the Navy museum in DC CJ Thompson <rem@prodigy.com> Weirton, WV US - Tuesday, February 16, 1999 at 11:25:08 (EST) USN 1959-63. AT2 VP 9 VU 1 NAS Alameda NAS Barbers Point NAS North Island NAS Adak Nas Kodiak. AL NICHOLAS <nichoae@voyager.net> New Era, Mi US - Saturday, February 13, 1999 at 21:54:54 (EST) Served on Keppler from june 1950 until March 1952. my page is just a personal page with some pictures. will try to put some of the Keppler on it, will change during first week of each month. joeclaytor Joe Claytor <joeclaytor@aol.com> Nashville, Il US - Wednesday, February 10, 1999 at 17:09:43 (EST) Served on the keppler from mid 66 to November 68 Bob Holmes <ontarget@net1plus.com> Douglas, Ma US - Sunday, January 31, 1999 at 12:51:36 (EST) Served on board from 1957 to 1960 MM2 Forward Engine Room Frank A. Klemser <hydrant@ptd.net> Hampton, NJ US - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 16:28:53 (EST) SERVED ABROAD KEPPLER JULY 1948 THUR JUNE 1951. LOOKING FOR SOME OLDER SHIP MATES. SHE HAD 3 EFFICIENCY STRIPES ON HER PERFORMANCES WHILE AT SEA BOB ALCOTT < NAPASKIN@AOL.COM> NAPA, CA US - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 21:36:33 (EST) served aboard Keppler with Gibson & Iglesias. was there from march of 62 thru june of l965. . whit haselton <whitsue@worldnet.att.net> andover, ma US - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 20:57:14 (EST) Ken-great site.Was on board Aug.61 to Aug.64. I was an RD3,served with Iggy.We had great times.I must say I am glad I wasn't there during the shooting part. Doug "GORBY"Gibson <gibson@gsinet.net> Sandown, NH US - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 17:15:29 (EST) Served aboard the Mighty K from Sept 1961 till January 1965. Discharged Boston shipyards. Was RD-2 and operated the post Office. Your descriptions brought back a lot of memories. Thanks to you I have a better understanding what happened that day that Keppler took a hit Thank You Manny "Iggy" Iglesias <manter@atlantic.net> Brooksville, FL US - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 15:44:57 (EST) Ahoy! The web site is looking good! Webmaster <USS_Hammerberg.DE1015@juno.com> US - Friday, December 11, 1998 at 21:41:09 (EST) YOUR SO FAR LOOKS GOOD BOB ALCOTT <NAPASKIN@AOL.COM> NAPA, , CA US - Saturday, December 05, 1998 at 22:07:21 (EST) Welcome to the USS Keppler DD765 (DDE765)/TCG Tinaztepe D-355 Guest Book! Kapes KA, SR/FN/MM/MR2, Main Control, A-Gang/R-Division, 1966-70. Ken Kapes <kapeska@keppler.org> Mentor, OH US - Friday, November 06, 1998 at 21:05:52 (EST) (Let the crew know you were here) |