Richard ‘Dick’ C. Holtz, age 79 of Litchfield, MN died on Friday October 20, 2023 at his home in Litchfield, MN. A funeral service will be held at 9:00 AM on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield, MN. Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 6:00 PM on Sunday, October 29 at Johnson Hagglund Funeral and Cremation Service in Litchfield, MN. Interment will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Military Honors will be provided by the Litchfield Military Honor Guard.

Richard Carlton Holtz was born December 5, 1943 in Richmond, California. The son of Robert and Bernice (Kunze) Holtz. Richard was baptized as an infant and confirmed in his faith at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield, MN. He graduated from Litchfield high school in 1961, and then enlisted in the United States Navy in June 1961. Richard attended various schools and graduated from submarine school in August 1962.

He served abroad USS Balao (SS285), USS Sea Poacher (SS406,) and USS Pickerel (SS524), and he also served in Washington DC for 2 years. Richard traveled entirely around the world, and was a Veteran of the Vietnam war. He was honorably discharged from the US Navy on Dec 10, 1970.

Richard married LuAnn Gimse in 1974 and they had three chilldren together. Although they divorced in 1985, they were able to remain friends throughout the years. Returning home to Litchfield he had various jobs. He was employed by Cargill for 12 years, managed the Darwin elevator for 2 years, and then went to work for Sparboe Farm in 1989, where he worked in the Ag-tech department for 20 years. He retired from Sparboe Farms in May 2009. Richard worked part-time for Runnings starting in May of 2010. He loved this job and looked forward to going to work every day.

Richard was a life member of the VFW Post 2818, and a post commander. He was a life member of the USSUI, Holland Club, ISA, USS Sea Poacher, post commander of the USS Meeker County Navy Club, and a member of the Litchfield Military Honor Guard.

Richard loved politics, the Minnesota Vikings, NASCAR, playing poker and helping older Veterans. He also loved having morning coffee at Swans Cafe with his group of Veterans. He loved telling his “SO THERE I WAS” stories as his friends can attest to. He loved family gatherings, spending time with his daughters and watching his grandchildren grow up.

Richard loved music, either dancing with the grandkids or going out to bands with his friend Wanda! He especially loved the annual Holtz reunion picnic every year at Lake Ripley.

Stephen “Steve” Lowrie, 78, of Rochester, MN, died on Tuesday (April 11, 2023) from complications of an illness with cancer, at Spring Valley.Stephen Ray Lowrie was born on June 18, 1944 in Rochester to Claude and Janet (Hair) Lowrie. He grew up in Byron, before moving with his family to Chatfield, Mn where he attended school and graduated from Chatfield H.S. in 1962. He enlisted into the US Navy serving 4 years on the USS Razorback overseas. Following his discharge he returned to SE Minnesota where he farmed with his Dad. Stephen was married on December 7, 1970 to Janie Clark.

Following their marriage the couple lived on the Lowrie Family Farm where they raised their boys. Steve was employed at All-American Co-op in Stewartville for over 40 years until his retirement. Janie was a homemaker and was employed as a nurse at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester. They moved to Fillmore, MN where they made their home for over 20 years and had recently moved to Rochester.

Steve was a longtime member of Marion Road Christian Church in Rochester where he served as a deacon and attended Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wykoff while living in Fillmore. He was a member of the Chatfield VFW and the Mpls/St. Paul USSVI Base submariner group.

One of Steve’s favorite things to do was to visit the USS Razorback Museum in Little Rock,AR where he volunteered.He enjoyed traveling with Janie, following the Vikings, caring for his dogs- Lady and Toby, Lucy the cat and loved time spent with his family.

Post WWII and Korean War era Submarine Veteran, Lloyd H. Kornmann, 91, of Roseville, died December 14, 2021. Lloyd was a veteran of the US Navy and a proud member of the USSVI Minn-StPaul Sub-Vets.

Lloyd qualified in submarines on the USS Catfish (SS-339) in 1950 and was a EN3(SS) when he left the Navy.

He was a graduate of Mankato State University and pursued a career as a life-long educator, with most of his career spent within the Roseville School District. Preceded in death by parents, Harry and Viola, brother, Robert and nephew, Jeff Delp. Survived by wife of 62 years, Maxinechildren, Jennifer (Lynn) Stickel, Rick (Cindy), Caroline (Scott) Moe and John (Julie); grandchildren, David (Julia) Stickel, Liz Stickel, Dr. Johnathan (Lauren), Josh (Alyssa), Laura (Dr. Matt) Beeson, Joe (Alyssa), Kari Moe (Jacob Johnson), Martha Moe, Erik Moe, Annelise Moe, Kelly (Derek Brown) and Jordy; great-grandchildren, Lucia and Leo Stickel, Rhett, Elsie, Jake and Lane Kornmann; sisters, Marlene (Warren) Heidemann and Karen Kornmann; sisters-in-law, Paulette Kornmann and Mary Lindahl; many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Cold War Submarine Veteran, Roland “Rolly” Kenneth Conklin, 86, of Pepin, WI, and formerly of Red Wing, MN — loving father and grandfather, joyful lover of life and people, witty storyteller, skilled woodworker, homemade vanilla ice cream and chocolate-chip cookie connoisseur — went to heaven on Friday, January 8, 2021.

Rolly was born during a dust storm on June 22, 1934, in Faribault, MN, to Kenneth and Esther (Caron) Conklin. After graduating from Faribault High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. In 1954 he married Marilyn Ardis Luckow in Faribault, and together they raised their five children: Scott, Carrie, Holly, Jeff and Anne. Rolly proudly served in the Navy as a nuclear submariner for 20 years. He retired as Master Chief Petty Officer in 1973 and returned to Minnesota, where he was employed by and eventually retired from the Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant, Red Wing.

Retiring from employment at age 58, Rolly never stopped contributing and connecting. He was a tireless community volunteer, dedicating countless hours to the Sheldon Theatre in Red Wing and as an active member and Commander of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Base of United States Submarine Veterans.

He was selfless, always generous with his time, talents, stories, support, and love. In addition to carpentry skills, Rolly will be remembered for passing along to his children a fearless confidence to tackle any home renovation project, no matter how big or small. “Bompa” loved gathering with family, telling funny jokes and stories, puttering in his workshop, doing crossword puzzles, building furniture and toys for his children and grandchildren, and making and eating dessert. Rolly would like to remind you that there is ALWAYS room for dessert and time for a well-told tale.

Kenneth Loren Schmidt EM2(SS)
Woodlake, MN
Served on SS-408, SSN-578
On Eternal Patrol  1/5/2020

US Navy Captain, retired, passed away at age 98 on 11/11/19, Veterans Day. Carl was born on November 18, 1920 in Chicago, IL to Carl Sr and Maude Gronemann. He graduated from Lane Tech and North Park College in Chicago. While at a football game Carl met Roberta J Wolfe who quickly became the love of his life. After two years at North Park, Carl attended the US Naval Academy graduating in June 1944. Upon graduation he married Roberta on June 10, 1944.

Carl served in the US Navy for 30 years attaining the rank of Captain. He served in four wars and major conflicts. Included within his career were four sea commands. His first command, and likely his favorite, was in the Atlantic on the submarine USS Cutlass (“diesel boats forever”). During Carl’s career the family moved 16 times mostly under Roberta’s supervision.

Retiring from the Navy, Carl worked within Raytheon’s defense industry business. He also served on the Fairfax County Library Board, conducted tours at Garver Air and Space Museum and was active in Naval Academy alumni affairs.

In 1991 Carl, Roberta and son Steven moved to Maple Grove in the Twin Cities to be near his other son, John’s family. He was active in Maple Grove community activities, and volunteered regularly at the Minneapolis Airport Serviceman’s Center and conducted Planes of Fame tours.

He was a Commodore Life and Holland Club member of USSVI Minneapolis-St Paul Base.

William Bonesho RD2(SS)
Circle Pines, MN
Served on AO-106, SS-269
Passed away on 10/27/2019

Cold War Submariner Everett E. Reilly, Jr. age 79, of Litchfield died on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at the Meeker Memorial Hospital in Litchfield.

Everett Edward Reilly, Jr the son of Everett and Marion (Mahofski) Reilly, was born on June 23, 1940 in Pittsburgh, PA. He grew up in Pittsburgh and graduated from Langley High School in 1958. He continued his education at Virginia Poly Tech and played football there.

In 1962, he entered the US Navy and served on nuclear submarines as Nuclear Repair Engineer. He qualified in submarines aboard the USS Cubera (SS-347) in 1964 and was a LCDR when he left the Navy.

On April 3, 1965, he was united in marriage to Sherron Shockley at the Bainbridge Maryland Naval Chapel. In 1992, he retired from the navy and moved to Litchfield. Everett worked for Sparboe Company and also had his own company working as an OSHA Compliance and Safety Instructor. He was active in the VFW, American Legion, Navy Club and Litchfield Military Honor Guard serving as Commander in all of them. Everett was also active on the Library and GAR boards. He volunteered for the Lunch Buncha reading group at the Litchfield elementary schools. Everett enjoyed traveling, fishing, history, westerns, writing poetry and showing his grandchildren card tricks. He loved books, telling jokes, being with his friend (and distant cousin) Bruce Cottington, exchanging stories and witty comments with him.

He is survived by his wife Sherron Reilly of Litchfield, children Everett Reilly, III (and Cheryl) of Dallas, Catherine Kayser (and David) of Washington DC; grandchildren Jessica Vaughn (and Wyatt) Abby Two Bulls (and Clint) and Everett Reilly, IV. He is also survived by his sister Colleen Estok (and John) of Pittsburgh and his 17 year old dachshund, Cooper. He was preceded in death by his parents.

He was a Life and Holland Club member of USSVI Minneapolis-St Paul Base.

Rodney A. Johnson IC3(SS)
Burnsville, MN
Served on SS-214, SS-340, SSN-586, SS-365
Passed away on 2/4/2019

Lyle Marvin Holm SN(SS)
New Prague, MN
Served on the USS Sea Cat SS-399
Passed away on 9/15/2018

Patrick G Lyon, CS1(SS)
Minneapolis  MN
Served on Rasher SS-269, George Bancroft SSBN-643,
Cavalla SS-244, Skate SSN-578, Jallao SS-368
Passed away on 8/8/2018

Lyon, Patrick Gerald 84 years old of Minneapolis passed away August 8, 2018. He served his country for 20 years in the U.S. Navy. He was a retiree of the Minneapolis Park Board. Preceded in death by parents, Everett and Marianne Lyon; sons, Donald G. and David J. Lyon; and brother, Terrence Lyon. Patrick is survived by son, Jack (Tammy) Lyon; Nicholas Anaya; & sister, Marianne (Richard) Seakamp.

Ellsworth Russell Quam EM1(SS)
Lilydale,  MN
Served on CV-5, BB-44, SS-386, SS-398, SS-487
Passed away on 7/29/2018

Quam, Ellsworth R. “Bud” Age 96 of Lilydale. Passed away July 29, 2018. Preceded in death by his wife, Rose. Will be deeply missed by children, Beverly (Jerry) Sherwood of St. Paul, Alan (Sharon) Quam of Alexandria, Lori Belair of Minneapolis; 10 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Born in Willmar, Bud joined the navy at 18. He was assigned to the USS Yorktown and survived the Battle of Midway, then served on the USS California, USS Pilotfish and USS Segundo.

Bud had a long career as a chemical engineer at Sperry-Univac.

Bud was a Holland Club and Life member of USSVI Minn-St Paul and of SubVets of WWII.

Robert W. Steinmetz, TM2(SS)
Coon Rapids, MN
Served on: SS-399, SS-342, SS-424
Passed away 7/17/2018

Qualified in submarines on the USS Chopper (SS-342) in 1967.
Steinmetz, Robert W. “Bob” Age 70 of Coon Rapids, passed peacefully 7/17/18. Preceded in death by his parents. Survived by fiance, Donna Edeburnsister, Jeanie Johnson; stepchildren, Cathy (James) Anderson, Richard and Michael Van Wagner; adoring grandchildren, Aiden, Austin, Alliya, Johnathan & Marshall; many loving relatives and friends.

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 Phillip W. Johnston, STS2(SS)
Forest River, ND
Served on: SS-340, SSBN-655
Passed away on 5/22/2018

Phillip William Johnston was born, October 8, 1946 to Lewis E. Johnston and Harriet A. (Steen) Johnston in Grafton, ND.   He passed away May 22, 2018 after a long battle with lung cancer at the age of 71.  Phillip went to school in Forest River until 1962 when Midway openedhe graduated from Midway High School in 1964 and joined the Navy in 1966.  Phillip qualified in Submarines while aboard the USS Henry L. Stimson, SSB(N) 655 with the Gold Crew and served with this crew until his Honorable Discharge from the United States Navy in 1970.   He was a life member of the American Legion, The United States Submarine Veterans Association, and a Patron Member of the National Rifle Association.  Phillip married Cindy Nelson—the love of his life—on June 15th, 1968.  Phillip and Cindy finished their education at the University of North Dakota together and moved out to the farm near Forest River shortly after their graduation, in 1972.   Both were always proud to say “Go Sioux!”
Phillip served on the Midway School Board for 5 years and on the Board of Directors of the National Rifle Association for 9 years.  He farmed near Forest River and became a nationally recognized writer and author.  He truly loved hunting and fishing and when it was too windy to fish on the Lake of the Woods, he and Cindy struggled with golf later in life.  Phillip always said that golf was the most exciting game that he’d ever played because he never knew where or how far the ball would go if he hit it at all.
Phillip wants to thank everyone who worked so hard to keep him alive.  The care and love that he felt in the Altru Cancer Center every visit made it feel like coming home.  Thank all of you so very much.  Qualified in submarines on the USS Henry L Stimson (SSBN-655) in 1968 and was a STS2(SS) when he left the Navy.

Jack R. Johnson, EN2(SS)
New Hope, MN
Served on: SS-351
Passed away on 3/7/2018

Johnson, Jack R. Age 81 of New Hope, went to be with the Lord on 3/7/18.  Jack was born and raised in Ironwood, Michigan. He proudly served in the US Navy on the submarine USS Greenfish during the Korean War. Upon his return, he and Judy settled in Mpls, where they raised their 5 children. Jack was a loyal husband and adored his kids & grandkids, loving nothing more than being with them. He cherished playing senior softball, especially the fellowship and friendships that came with it. He loved the great outdoors and shared that love with his children and grandchildren. He had a kindness and inner joy that was apparent to everyone he knew and came in contact with. He and his great laugh will be greatly missed but he is on eternal patrol, cancer free and renewed by the eternal grace of God.  Qualified in submarines on the USS Greenfish (SS-351) in 1955 and was a EN2(SS) when he left the Navy.

Michael Daniel Campion, EN3(SS)
Plainview, MN
Served on: SS-324, SS-318
Passed away on 2/5/2018

Qualified in submarines on the USS Blenny (SS-324) in 1949 and was a EN3(SS) when he left the Navy.
Michael Daniel Campion, 88, of Plainview, passed away Monday morning, Feb. 5, 2018, at Green Prairie Rehabilitation Center in Plainview.
He was born Oct. 25, 1929, in Rochester to Daniel and Clara (Ziltz) Campion. He attended school in Rochester graduating from Rochester High School. After high school, he joined the U.S. Navy, and served on the USS Blenny Submarine. On May 23, 1953, he married Dorothy McGovern at St. John’s Catholic Church in Rochester.
Michael worked as a union plumber in Rochester and surrounding areas for 40 years. He also coached boxers in Rochester. Michael was an avid hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed tying flies. He also enjoyed square dancing with the ROC8’s. He was a member of St. Joachim’s Catholic Church and The Knights of Columbus.
Michael is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy Campion of Plainview; a daughter, Patty Jo (Joe) Taubel of Alma, Wis.; two sons, Dan (Mary) Campion and Tim Campion, both of Rochester; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, John Patrick; and two sisters, Patricia Lindholm and Kitty Halligan.

David G Ferguson, EMP3(SS)
Cleveland, MN
Served on: SS-344, SS-393
Passed away on 12/6/2017

Qualified in submarines on the USS Queenfish (SS-393) in 1952 and was a EMP3(SS) when he left the Navy.

Donald G McCauley, EMCS(SS)
Prior Lake, MN
Served on: SS-307, SS-302, SSN-596, SSN-615, SSBN-656, SSBN-602
Passed away on 11/4/2017

Born 4/21/1937, Eternal Patrol Nov, 4, 2017

Stan Smith Kowalski, GM3
Blaine, MN
Served on: SS-0
Passed away on 10/20/2017

Kowalski, Stan Smith, 91, of Blaine, born 5/13/1926 in Minneapolis, MN entered rest 10/20/2017. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Cleobrother- in-law & Tag Team Partner, Jack Danielson. Survived by his devoted children, Stacy Smith & Scott (Mickie) Smith grand children, Chace, Noah, Isiah & Macy. Stan was a decorated WWII veteran who served in Submarine Relief Crew #182. He tirelessly advocated for Veteran’s rights and was a stand out Professional Wrestler for 26 years.

Harold Michael Lang, MOMM3(SS)
Forest Lake, MN
Served on: SS-81, SS-321
Passed away on 9/15/2017

LANG, Harold Michael, 92 of Forest Lake, formerly of St. Paul went to be with the Lord on Sept. 15, 2017, while surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by wife, Dolores [1/8/2013]son, Jeff; parents, Charles & Franceska Lang; stepmother, Elizabeth Lang; sister, Carolyn. Survived by children, Michael (Gayle) Lang, Barb (Bill) Reynolds, Jean (David) Swanson, Ken (Lori) Lang, Kurt (Jean) Lang, Lisa (Kerry) Johnson; daughter-in-law; Deb Lang; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Harold can be remembered for his service to our country as a WWII sub vet on the USS R-4 and USS Besugo, as a member of the Knights of Columbus, and the American Legion Post 225. He also served as State Commander of the MN Submarine Veterans. He worked in the printing trade for 47 years and was a life-long member of the Pressmen’s Union.

Donald G. Simonson, STC(SS)
Woodbury, MN
Served on: SS-269, SS-339, SS-396, SSN-653
Passed away on 3/24/2017

Donald Simonson, Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 24, 2017. Survived by loving wife of 22 yrs, Colleen Casey brother, Rick (Tammy) son, David. Don was a 13 yr. Navy Vet; Submarine Sailor-Sonar Tech Chief, worked for 3M for 28 yrs.
Qualified in submarines on the USS Rasher (SS-269) in 1962 and was a STC(SS) when he left the Navy.

Dallas A. Holmberg, MM1(SS)
Minnetonka, MN
Served on: SS-407, DD-706, SSN-605, SSN-603
Passed away on 2/14/2017

Qualified in submarines on the USS Sea Robin (SS-407) in 1961 and was a MM1(SS) when he left the Navy. Age 75, of Minnetonka, born April 3, 1941 (St. Paul, MN) and passing on Feb.14, 2017. His love of life, family & friends helped extend his battle with Multiple Myeloma. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Leah. Dal is remembered with love by former wife, Marsha; daughter, Julie (Dave) Haxton; grandchildren, David and Hailey; sisters, LeAnne Mellott and Laurie Christopherson. As a proud member of the US Navy Submarine Service, his ashes will be interred at sea from a US Submarine as per COMSUBLANT.

Bernard George Steinhauer, MMCM(SS)
Walters MN
Served on: SS-280, AS-16, SS-307, SS-338, SSBN-602
Passed away on 12/14/2016

Qualified in submarines on the USS Tilefish (SS-307) in 1949 and was a MMCM(SS) when he left the Navy.

Bernard George Steinhauer, age 87, of rural Walters, MN died Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at Good Samaritan’s Hidden Creek Assisted Living in Albert Lea, MN, surrounded by his loving family and wonderful caregivers.
Bernard was born January 7, 1929, in the home on the family farm in rural Walters, MN, to Arnold Frederick and Marie (Enser) Steinhauer. His first 18 years were spent on the family farm, attending grade school in Walters, and graduating from Kiester High School in 1947. Following his graduation, he joined the United States Navy, and shortly after volunteered for submarine duty. During a Naval career that spanned nearly 23 years, he served on both diesel and nuclear powered submarines during the Korean, Vietnam, and Cold War periods. It was during his first submarine tour while serving in San Diego, CA that he met a young, female sailor, Joan Marie (Kavka) from rural Pennsylvania, the woman that would become his loving wife for over 64 years. During their marriage they had three children together: Bernard J. (Regina) Steinhauer of Easton, MN, Denise (Jay) Klein of Prior Lake, MN, and Arnold (Brenda) Steinhauer of Lakeville, MN.
Following his retirement from the Navy in 1970, he worked as a boiler inspector for a private insurance company, and then the state of Minnesota, until he formally retired in 1980. It was then, after he had left 33 years before, that he and the family moved to his birth home on the farm in rural Walters, where he lived until just before his death. Shortly after moving to the farm, Bernard and Joan formally took Thomas (Rebecca) Steinhauer into their home as their son.
Bernard loved the Navy, submarines, and everything associated with them. He loved to travel the country in the motorhome, visiting family, and the countless friends they met during Bernard’s Naval career. He also loved to work on and drive his 1948 Ford Coupe, his old Land Rovers, and his Farmall B tractors. Most of all, he loved his “Joanie”, being on the farm, and being with his family. He was very proud to be a member of United Lutheran Church, the Fleet Reserve Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, US Submarine Veterans, associate member of Submarine Veterans WWII, and the American Legion Post #454 of Kiester, MN. He also served as Foster Township Clerk for 15 years.
Bernard is survived by his children6 grandchildren: Bernard D., Nathan, and Christine Steinhauer, Megan, and Jennifer Klein, and Kaitlen Steinhauer; 3 great-grandchildren: Harley Wetzel, Alyssa, and Breanne Steinhauer.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joan; and sister, Fern Hendrichsen.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him for his smile, his stories, and his wonderful sense of humor.

CDR John Patrick O’Grady
Rockester MN
Served on: SS-406, SS-220, SS-484, SS-481, SSR-572
Passed away on 10/22/2016

Qualified in submarines on the USS Sea Poacher (SS-406) in 1950 and was a CDR when he left the Navy.
O’GRADY, John Patrick, 95 of Rochester, MN, former USN submarine commander and school principal and administrator died October 22, 2016 in White Bear Lake, MN. He was born June 2, 1921, and is survived by son, Kevin (Beth Samuelson) and two grandchildren of Stillwater, MN also two brothers Thomas, James and sister-in-law Ruth (late Michael Joseph) of Chicago and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition two step-grandchildren, Leonard Franklin and Terese Samuelson and seven step-great grandchildren survive. Preceded in death by wife, Elizabeth “Betty” (Speltz), a brother, Michael and sister Veronica O’Malley.

Michael D. Mohs, TM2(SS)
River Falls MN
Served on: SS-524, SSG-574, SS-566, SS-563, SS-580
Passed away on 5/20/2016

Qualified in submarines on the USS Cobbler (SS-344) in 1957 and was a TM2(SS) when he left the Navy.
Devoted Husband, Father & Grandpa Age 78, of River Falls, WI Passed away surrounded by family on May 20, 2016 after a long battle with emphysema. Survived by wife of 56 years, Karen. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he returned home, met Karen Hansen at a St. Helena’s dance in Mpls., and married a year later. In 1963, he started Mike Mohs Construction Co., now 3 generations. He and Karen lived thirty years in Diamond Bluff, WI in the dream home they built. He was always working on projects. He loved fishing, camping, telling stories, and of course, a good card game.

John F. Uebel, TMC(SS)
Eagan MN
Served on: SS-524, SSG-574, SS-566, SS-563, SS-580
Passed away on 1/21/2016

Qualified in submarines on the USS Barbel (SS-580) in 1965 and was a TMC(SS) when he left the Navy.

Age 70 of St. Paul Died peacefully on January 21, 2016 Preceded in death by his parents. Survived by loving wife of 36 years, Colleenchildren, Timothy and Joseph (Hannah)adoring granddaughter, Gianaand siblings, Doug and Jeanne. John proudly served 20 years in the Navy on submarines, worked over 20 years with the Postal Service and enjoyed 10 years ushering for the Minnesota Twins. He was an avid sports fan and lived a full and happy life.

LeRoy E. Sellman, MOMM3(SS)
Blaine MN
Served on: SS-314, SS-222, SS-281, SS-318
Passed away on 7/21/2015

Qualified in submarines on the USS Sunfish (SS-281) in 1945 and was a MOMM3(SS) when he left the Navy.
SELLMAN, LeRoy Eugene, 90, of Blaine Passed away on July 21, 2015. He was born September 16, 1924. Preceded in death by brothers, Marvin and Kenneth. Survived by wife of 67 years, Donnachildren, Susan (Bruce) Bohnsack, Duane (Kay) Sellman, Luann Sellman and Nancy Sellman; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; brother, Victor (Monie); other relatives and friends. WWII submarine veteran of two war patrols [CSD-222, Sunfish, Baya]. Retired after 25 years as a local truck driver. Life member of US Submarine Veterans WWII, US Submarine Veterans Inc., John Rice VFW Post Blaine.

Ivan G McElhiney LCDR
La Cross MN
Served on: SS-362, SS-346, SS-315, AKA-96
Passed away on 12/2/2014

Qualified silver Dolphins 1952 Guavina Qualified Gold Dolphins 1962 Sea Lion and was a LCDR when he left the Navy.

Ivan was born May 28, 1932, in Covington, Ky., to Ivan Roger and Lucy (Spitz) McElhiney. He attended elementary school in Wadsworth, Ohio, and high school in Nashville, Tenn. While in his elementary school years, during WWII, Ivan worked hoeing people’s victory gardens, setting pins in a bowling alley and washing dishes in a restaurant. In high school, Ivan worked part time as an oven operator’s helper at a Holsum Bakery and as a sausage maker’s helper at a local slaughter house.

Upon completion of high school in 1950, Ivan enlisted in the U.S. Navy for a period of four years. After being discharged, he worked as an apprentice construction electrician, but left this job after two years to return to Naval service because, as he put it, he was homesick for his shipmates.

During this second enlistment, Ivan met his future wife, Lois Jean Evans. They were married on Sept. 26, 1959, at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in rural La Crescent. They have two sons, Sheldon C. (Teresa) of La Crescent and Quintin L. (Christine) of La Crosse.

In all, Ivan served 21 years in the Navy – 14 years of this in the submarine force, four years in the amphibious force and three years on the staff of the Commander in Chief of the Atlantic Fleet. He had risen to the rank of Lieutenant Commander at the time of his retirement in 1972.

After he retired from the Navy, Ivan tried his hand as an insurance salesman, communications systems technician, handyman and hobby farmer. In 1979, Ivan suffered a serious heart attack and gave up strenuous labor to become a house husband. Over the next few years, his creative talents flourished as a cake decorator, stained glass artist, painter and Master Gardener.

Daniel A. Panshin, CAPT
Saint Paul MN
Served on: SS-524, SSG-574, SS-566, SS-563, SS-580
Passed away on 11/17/2014

Age 76 Passed away peacefully on Nov. 17, 2014 He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Pat. He was born in Lansing, Michigan Mar. 9, 1938. He attended high school at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire and graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. in History in 1960. After serving on submarines in the Navy for four years, he attended Oregon State University where he earned a Ph.D. in Oceanography in 1971. He worked as an oceanographer doing research and extension work during his early career, before moving to Washington, D.C. in 1979, where he served on the Marine and Fisheries Congressional Committee and worked for NOAA. He was married in 1984 to Pat, and they moved to Minnesota in 1985, where he worked at the University of Minnesota as an administrator. After retirement, he gave generously of his time and talents, serving on many boards, such as Episcopal Homes and Seabury Western Theological Seminary. He was an active alumnus of Phillips Exeter Academy, serving as a class president and fundraiser. He was also very active at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church and was instrumental in the creation of the Global Mission-Haiti campaign, a project which assisted in reforestation and agricultural redevelopment of Haiti. Throughout his life, he was an avid runner and ran in many marathons, from the 1970s to the 1990s. He was also very proud of his Russian heritage; he made several trips to Russia, and conducted extensive research for a book about his father’s early life, which was spent in Russia.

Robert L Ehr, SO1(SS)
Savage MN
Served on: SS-480, SS-269, SS-199, SS-352, SS-385
Passed away on 11/13/2014

Qualified in submarines on the USS Medregal (SS-480) in 1951 and was a SO1(SS) when he left the Navy.
Robert passed away on November 13, 2014. Preceded in death by brother Gary Ehr. Survived by wife Marge; children Mary Jo (Mike) Hajicek, Jane (Craig) Zuelke and LeAnn (John) Nowicki; grandchildren John, Helen, Erich, Mike and Audrey; sisters Shirley Mouras, Dee Goetz and Joan Tucker; brothers Alan (Diane) Ehr and Greg (Terry) Ehr.

George Urban Harlow, STCM(SS)
Ash Flat AR
Served on: SS-348, SS-382, SSR-572, SSN-584, SS-413, SS-524, SS-581
Passed away on 9/16/2014

Retired as STCM(SS) 7/5/1972. George Urban Harlow, USN (Ret), 83 who died September 17, 2014, was buried with Full Military Honors at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on October 3, 2014. George Urban Harlow, born in Mankato, MN on June 2, 1931, was the son of Charles Leroy Harlow and Lydia Urban Harlow.

George enlisted in the Navy in 1948, where he went into Submarine School and became a Sonar Technician. He served on the U.S.S. Cusk, U.S.S. Sailfish, U.S.S. Seadragon, and U.S.S Blueback.

Richard A. Prigge, QM1(SS)
Winona MN
Served on: SS-334, SS-362, SS-552, SSN-583, SS-403, SS-580, SSBN-619, SS-425
Passed away on 8/24/2014

Richard “Dick” Prigge, 85, died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014, at Saint Anne Extended Healthcare.
Dick was born June 13, 1929, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Anton and Helen (Struck) Prigge. He graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1947 and was inducted into the U.S. Navy in April of 1948. Dick was a career Navy Veteran receiving his discharge in 1968. He served on several submarines including the U.S.S. Trumpetfish.
After his retirement from the Navy, Dick returned to Winona in 1975, where he was employed by RTP and Winona Fleeting (Pehler Trucking).
Dick was lifetime member of the Neville-Lein VFW #1287 and the Fleet Reserve Associations of the Marines, Coast Guard and Navy.

Dennis J. Decker YN2(SS)
Oakdale MN
Served on: SS-435, SSN-593, SSBN-617
Passed away on 8/14/2014

Qualified in submarines on the USS Cobbler (SS-344) in 1957 and was a TM2(SS) when he left the Navy.Age 72 of Oakdale Passed away August 14, 2014 Preceded in death by first wife, Mary Ann; and brother, David. Survived by wife, Sandra; sons, Robert (Deborah) and John (Susan); grandchildren, Ty, Olivia and Laken; brother, Allen (Susie); several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Dennis served 4 years in the Submarine Service of the U.S. Navy. He retired after 34 years as an educator.

Arvid C. Johansen, HMC(SS)
Bloomington MN
Served on: SS-423, SS-315, SS-341
Passed away on 3/8/2014

Qualified in submarines on the USS Torsk (SS-423) in 1957 and was a HMC(SS) when he left the Navy.

Arvid Johansen (1931-2014) age 83, of Bloomington, MN, died March 8, 2014. He retired from active duty in 1967 as a HMC(SS), (Hospital Corpsman Chief) with nineteen years of naval service in the submarine force of the United States navy.

In his years of service he was assigned to the USS Torsk (SS-423), USS Sea Lion (SS-315) and the USS Chivo (SS-341). He was a member of the Minneapolis / St. Paul Base of the United States Submarine Veterans, Inc. (USSVI) since 2002.

Wendell R. Rausch, EM1(SS)
Live Oak FL
Served on: SS-270, SS-483, SS-485
Passed away on 2/27/2014

Born 2/8/1936, Eternal Patrol Feb 27, 2014. He was a Past USSVI Region Director, District Commander and Base Commander, who founded the Suwannee River Base in FL.

Reynold C. Dittrich, EM2(SS)
Saint Paul MN
Served on: SS-179, SS-309, SS-206, SS-487
Passed away on 10/8/2013

Qualified in submarines on the USS Aspro (SS-309) in 1945 and was a EM2(SS) when he left the Navy.
WWII Submarine Veteran ATTN: Local #110 IBEW Age 88 of St. Paul; died at home, surrounded by family, on Oct. 8, 2013. Born June 26, 1925. Preceded in death by loving wife, Mabel; and brother, Eugene. Survived by children, Jeff (Pat), Mary (Rick) Ongstad, and John (Cheryl); and eight wonderful grandchildren, Michelle and Joe Dittrich, Amanda, Emily, and Kris Ongstad, Kathy and Becky Dittrich, and Beth (David) Benjamin. 66-year member of IBEW Local 110. Proud combat veteran of WWII submarine service.

Robert Lee Pulis, TM3(SS)
Mankato MN
Served on: AS-13, SS-137, CVE-86
Passed away on 8/1/2013

Qualified in submarines on the USS S-32 (SS-137) in 1942 and was a TM3 when he left the Navy.

Robert L. Pulis of Mankato, age 89, died Thursday, August 1, 2013 after living a good and full life. There will be a private service at a later date, burial to be at Calvary Cemetery in Mankato. Memorials to donor’s choice. Arrangements by Mankato Mortuary.

Robert was born on September 6, 1923, in Iowa Falls, Iowa to Otis and Alice (Stanfield) Pulis. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the United States Navy just before World War II. After graduating from torpedo school he was assigned to the S-32 submarine, a First World War era boat. He spent the war sailing from Panama to the Battle of Midway to Dutch Harbor, Alaska. After patrols in the Aleutians he was sent to the Guam and Saipan area. He was recently honored with a medal for his duty in that area by the Commonwealth of Northern Marianas. His deployments proved to be the adventure of a lifetime and he carried a photo of the sub in his billfold till his final day. Bob was proud to be recognized for his service with an Honor Flight to Washington DC to visit the WWII memorial.

In 1950 he married Marjorie Maubach in Williams, Iowa and in 1952 they moved to Mankato where he worked for Iowa Veterinary Supply Co. for 18 years. In 1973, at the age of 51 he became a Blue Earth County Deputy, attaining the rank of Sergeant.

Robert loved playing hockey in his early years and helped the Webster City Leafs win the Iowa championship in 1947. He was also active in Golden Gloves boxing. While at Ellsworth Community College, he lettered in tennis but had to admit he never won a game. He had a lifetime passion for hunting (taught firearms safety courses for years), fishing, pistol shooting where he won many trophies and following the Twins and Vikings. He spent many trips in his camper on lakes near the Sawbill Trail in northern Minnesota. All he needed was his boat, some Christian Brothers Brandy, his pipe and enough canned goods to feed an army. He was happy with the simple things in life. Bob also loved his dogs Charlie and Gus. It was known that he and Marge would gladly care for any of the neighbor’s dogs.

George Edward Hill, ET3(SS)
Saint Paul MN
Served on: SS-487, SS-488
Passed away on 3/10/2013

Born 12/6/1925, Eternal Patrol 3/10/2013, SVWWII-L-13049
WWII SUBMARINE VETERAN ATTN: LOCAL #110 I.B.E.W. Age 87 of St. Paul. Preceded in death by wife Helen; brothers Fred & Leo; and dear friend Carol. Member of Local #110 for 63 years, US Submarine Vets WW II, US Sub Vets Intl.

Russell D. Melton, ETR2(SS)
Saint Paul MN
Served on: SSBN-611, SSBN-602
Passed away on 2/21/2013

Qualified in submarines on the USS John Marshall (SSBN-611) in 1966 and was a ETR2(SS) when he left the Navy.
Melton, Russell D. Age 67, of White Bear Lake, passed away on February 21, 2013, after a long and arduous battle with cancer. Russ grew up in Alexandria and graduated from the University of MN’s Institute of Technology and William Mitchell College of Law. As a US Navy submariner, Russ served from 1963-1969 as Reactor Operator aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS John Marshall ballistic missile nuclear submarines. Russ began his legal career as a founding partner of the Foley & Mansfield law firm. In 2008, he moved to Meagher & Geer where he led the Catastrophic Loss Practice Group responding to large fires, explosions, chemical releases and other disasters on behalf of his insurance company clients. He organized a team of technically-trained lawyers, specifically young attorneys who also had engineering degrees and created the concept of “the convergence of science and law.” Self-nicknamed “The Man in Black,” Russ was born in North Carolina and considered himself a Southern Gentleman with a love of fried chicken, grits, collard greens, peach cobbler and introduced many to the concept of the six-egg omelet. Russ’ Scottish heritage was very special to him and he made several trips to Scotland. Dressed in a Clan Clark tartan kilt he hosted many Scottish-themed parties at his home where bagpipers would perform with gusto, marching up the driveway and into the house Russ called “Castle Muldoon.” Though he gave up his dream of being a rock star saying it was easier to make money as a lawyer, Russ idolized the Rolling Stones and almost every business or personal conversation included some reference to Keith Richards. He was an avid reader and sought out people with whom he could discuss the latest books. Russ’ passion for literature is evident by his vast library that includes books on history, technology, military, mysteries, detective stories, westerns and science fiction. Russ loved motorcycles, vintage hot-rods and his classic ’65 Corvette Stingray.

Russell J. Schmitt, TM2(SS)
Mondovi MN
Served on: SS-484
Passed away on 12/6/2012

Russell J. Schmitt, 78, was born 11/25/34 in Buffalo Township, Marquette County, WI and died 12/06/2012 at the Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, Wi. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean.

Russell served in the US Navy for four years in the Korean War era on the USS Odax (SS484) and qualified in submarines on the USS Odax (SS-484) in 1953. He was a TM2(SS) when he left the Navy.

He was a life member of the USSVI and the Minneapolis / St Paul Base, joining in 1993.

Bernard Roy “Bernie” Conner, TM2(SS)
Rogers MN
Served on: SS-295, SS-435
Passed away on 2/1/2012

Born 3/21/1925, Eternal Patrol 2/1/2012, SVWWII Life Member #08788
Age 86 Of Rogers Passed away on February 1, 2012 Preceded in death by parents, Bernard & Ruth; previous wife, Bernice; and grandson, Eric Conner. Survived by loving wife, Marjorie; sons Larry (Kim), Michael (Patricia), and Jeffrey (Julia) Conner; step-children David (Lori) Bunke, Peggy (Richard) Minniear, Michelle Belisle, Tom (Sandra), Greg, and Vickie Kendall; granddaughter Shannon (Mark) Hazlett, step-grand-children, Curtis (Joan) Mondale, Cory Mondale, Samantha and Bradly Bunke, many more grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Born in Mpls, he graduated from West High, Class of ’43 and was in the US Navy Submarine service from ’43 to ’46 and the reserves until ’52, a life member of the Sub-Vets of WWII and the Am. Legion for 60 years. He spent most of his life in building construction and retired as the construction mgr. of Cragun’s Lodge in Brainerd, MN in 1990. He was a kind and caring man and will be deeply missed.

Burton Jacob Block, MOMM1(SS)
Le Center MN
Served on: SS-180, SS-182, SS-415
Passed away on 6/4/2011

Born in Cleveland, MN on 5/14/1924, SVWWII Life Member #01158.

Harold L. Meeker, LCDR
Grinnell IA
Served on: SS-435, SS-267, AS-18, SS-476
Passed away on 11/5/2011

Qualified in submarines on the USS Corsair (SS-435) in 1948 and was a LCDR when he left the Navy.

Lt. Commander Harold Meeker, retired, 81, of Grinnell, died Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011, at Grinnell Regional Medical Center.  Harold was born March 3, 1930, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Leon W. and Berniece Downs Meeker. He entered the United States Navy in 1947, and spent most of his over 24 years of active duty in submarine service. He retired from active duty in 1971 and returned to Iowa to make his home in Grinnell.He was a member of the Jamestown Society, The Sons of the American Revolution and various other hereditary organizations. He also enjoyed camping and genealogy.

David Olsen, QM3(SS)
Burnsville MN
Served on: SS-582, SSBN-634
Passed away on 6/24/2010

Olson, David Age 65, of Burnsville, wonderful husband, loving father and best friend, died June 24, 2010. Preceded in death by parents and sister. Survived by wife, LuAnn; daughter, Cyrea; son, D.R.; other loving relatives and friends. Submariner for the U.S. Navy. Last of Wukchumne CA Yokut Tribe. Business owner of Radio Truck. He will be missed. God love ya!

Godfrey Joseph Orbeck, HMC(SS)
Saint Paul MN
Served on: SS-214, SS-263, SS-404, SS-423, SS-247
Passed away on 9/1/2009

Eternal Patrol 9/1/2009, born 8/30/1919 in West Union, MN. SVWWII Life Member #01215.

Beauford Duane Carlson, EMC(SS)
Edina MN
Served on: SS-227, SS-366, SS-345
Passed away on 10/7/2009

Eternal Patrol 10/7/2009, born 10/20/1921, SVWWII Life Member #01167
Carlson, Beauford D. “Beef” Age 87 of Edina, died October 7, 2009. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 40 years, Phebe. Survived by sons, Jeffrey (Virgene) of Minnetonka, Robert (Karen) of West St. Paul, David “Beef” (Janie) of Two Dot, MT. Beauford was a graduate of Washburn High School and Dunwoody Institute. He served with the US Navy during WWII in the Submarine Service. He spent 4 years in active duty and retired from the Naval Reserve after 29 years with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Beauford was a 60 year member of IBEW.

Darrell Eugene Nelson, GMCM(SS)
Hudson MN
Served on: SS-313, AS-17, CV-34, SS-65, SS-374, SS-340, SS-395, SS-270, SS-349, SS-563
Passed away on 2/22/2008

Eternal Patrol: 2/22/2008, date of birth 6/5/1923.

Darrell was born the son of Carl and Gladys Nelson in St. Hilaire, Minn. As a young man in Hibbing, Minn., he was in Boy Scouts, attaining the rank of Eagle, and worked in grocery stores during and after high school. He graduated from Hibbing High School with the class of 1941.

He joined the U.S. Navy in 1942 at age 19. He did his recruit training in Farragut, Idaho, gunners mate school in Great Lakes, Ill., and submarine school in New London, Conn.

During his first 20 years in the Navy, Darrell served on the following diesel submarines during WWII, the Korean War and the Cold War: USS o-4, USS Loggerhead, USS Entemedor, USS Perch, USS Redfish, USS Nereus, USS Raton and the USS Diodon.

After his duty in the submarine service, he spent over 10 years in the Naval Fleet Reserve. He had duties on aircraft carriers USS Oriskany and USS Constellation during the Vietnam War in the Gulf of Tonkin and South China Sea.

He was also stationed at Manitowoc Training Activity in Wisconsin and taught NROTC at the University of Minnesota, where he was assistant professor of naval science. He served as staff at SUBRON Five, SUBFLOT One, Battalion Commander RTC, and submarine information officer and DATC in San Diego, Calif.

He had been awarded his submarine qualification, submarine combat insignia, eight awards of Good Conduct, Navy Medal of Achievement, Navy Unit Commendation with two stars, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation. He also has 14 campaign medals.

He was stationed in San Diego for many years and loved that city and always kept a second home near the boardwalk of Mission Beach and Mission Bay.

He retired on the deck of the USS Tang as master chief gunner’s mate on June 30, 1974.

Darrell lived in San Diego for eight years until he moved to Hudson, Wis. In 1982 he married Borgie Nelson. Darrell made good use of their houseboat “Twin Dolphins II” on the St. Croix River.

Darrell was very active in submarine veteran’s associations at the local, state and national levels for over 40 years. He joined the Submarine Veterans of WWII in 1956, and helped organize the San Diego Chapter and was its first president. Since 1960, he served a number of times as the national parliamentarian and resolutions chairman. He was the Wisconsin state commander and its membership chairman. He was also a member of Submarine Veterans Inc., the Veterans of Foreign Wars and was a life member of the Naval Submarine league.

Interment will be burial at sea by the U.S. Navy. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of Hudson.

Frank Kroyer, EN1(SS)
Shakopee MN
Served on: SS-351, SS-567, SS-563
Passed away on 11/19/2008

Qualified on the USS Tang (SS-563) in 1959 and was a EN1(SS) when he left the Navy.
Francis “Frank” Kroyer, 73, of Shakopee, died Wednesday, Nov.19, 2008 at the Texas Terrace Care Center in St. Louis Park, Minn.
Frank was born in St. Paul on July 3, 1935 to Clarence and Elizabeth (Pivec) Kroyer. He and Shirley Paul were married in Mason City, Iowa on Nov. 12, 1957.
Frank served in the military for 20 years, serving in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4046 in Shakopee as well as a member of the Sub-Vets. He enjoyed woodworking. After he retired from the Navy, he worked as a mechanic and worked with the Postal Services.

Richard John Carroll, EM3(SS)
Served on: AS-11, AS-15, AS-17, SS-392, SS-348
Passed away on 4/6/2007

Eternal Patrol: 4/6/2007, date of birth 7/28/1928. Dates of service: 10/2/1945 to 7/27/1949, service #329-76-92. SubVets WWII Life Member #06147.

Dennis B Walkosz, TM2(SS)
Cottage Grove MN
Served on: SS-344
Passed away on 3/14/2006

Qualified in submarines on the USS Cobbler (SS-344) in 1957 and was a TM2(SS) when he left the Navy.

Age 60 of Cottage Grove unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday morning, March 14, 2006.
Dennis was born July 5, 1945 in St. Paul the son of Stanley & Caroline (Jarosiewicz) Walkosz. On November 4, 1986 he married Anne Philbrook.  He enjoyed fishing and loved his three dogs. Dennis served in the U.S. Navy submarine service seven years. He was a handyman who liked to tell jokes.

Survived by beloved wife Anne Philbrook Walkosz; children Peggy (Bill) Carrothers, Aaron Stumpf; grandchildren Eddie & Ellie Carrothers; sister Marlene (Tom) Trapp, brother Geno (Rosella); many other loving family & his AA family.

Ernest Elroy Van Deventer, EM2(SS)
Treasure Island FL
Served on: SSBN-624
Passed away on 1/11/2006

Eternal Patrol 1/11/2006, born 8/22/1924, SVWWII Life Member #01159

Michael Nadler, FTB2(SS)
Inver Grove Heights MN
Served on: SSBN-626
Passed away on 11/8/2006

He qualified on the USS Daniel Webster (SSBN-626) in 1983 and was a FTB2(SS) when he left the Navy.

Michael John Kodluboy, ETCS(SS)
Saint Paul MN
Served on: SSBN-602, SS-240
Passed away on 8/17/2005

Born Feb 15, 1937, Eternal Patrol Aug 17, 2005
U.S. Navy Veteran age 68
Survived by wife, Mary Ellen for 44 yrs. Father of Michael (Angela), Beth (Rebecca), Timothy & Theodore. Grandfather of Timothy, Terrance, Michael & Matthew. Brother of Rosemary Hallen, Susan Payer (Tom), Linda Haley (Lyle), Diane Skjegstad (Jack) & Jean Heidenreich (Tony). Daughter-in-law, Tracy Kodluboy & sister-in-law, Diane Kodluboy. Numerous nieces & nephews. Past Commander U.S. Submarine Veterans Minneapolis/St. Paul Base. Employed at Northstar Steel and USWA organizer and representative. Vice President of AFLCIO Retirees. Past Commander of V.F.W. Local 1350 & District lV. Funeral Service

Frank P. Frazekas, (SS)
Served on: SS-303
Passed away on 7/1/2004

Shipmate Frank P. Frazekas, Life, Holland Club and Minneapolis-St. Paul member went on Eternal Patrol July 2004. Frank qualified in submarines on the USS Sablefish SS-303 in July of 1952. Frank is survived by Cynthia Barnes, and sons Frank Jr. and Joseph and three grandchildren.
Sailor rest your oar.

Peter A. Koegel
Saint Paul MN
Served on: AS-17
Passed away on 1/2/2004

St. Paul, MN:  Shipmate Peter Koegel of 425 Bay Street, St. Paul, MN went on Eternal Patrol on 22 January 2004. Peter served on the USS NEREUS AS-17 as a WWII Submarine Relief Crew Member. He was a Past Commander of the WWII Submarine Veterans, and USSVI MSP Base Ancient Submariner. Peter is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elizabeth, four grown children (Peter, John, Betty and Marie), 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

David L. Mortrud, CAPT
Park Rapids MN
Served on: SSBN-643
Passed away on 10/10/2003

He was a member of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Base. He graduated from Augsburg College in 1963 and also attended University of Connecticut Law School graduating in 1974 with a J.D. law degree. David served in the US Navy as a submarine officer from 1963 to 1974 qualifying in the USS GEORGE BANCROFT SSBN-643 in 1967. He was the first supply Corp Officer on a nuclear fast attack submarine and also rode the USS STURGEON SSN-637. David served as a staff officer to Vice Admiral Hyman G. Rickover. After leaving active duty he served in the US Naval Reserve as an officer from 1974 to 1989 and was the first supply corps reserve officer to attend the US Navy War College graduating in 1983. David retired with a rank of Captain. Sailor rest your oar.

Bruce H. Damberg, SA(SS)
Minneapolis MN
Served on: AS-17, SS-299, SS-349
Passed away on 6/28/2002

Shipmate Bruce H. Damberg of Minneapolis, MN went on eternal patrol 28 June 2002. He is survived by a daughter, Marcy Weatherly of Normal, Illinois. Bruce was a Life Member of Minneapolis-St. Paul Base, USSVI and the Holland Club. He qualified in USS MANTA SS-299 and served in USS DIODON SS-349.
Sailor rest your oar.

Robert Carl Fedor, EM1(SS)
Minneapolis MN
Served on: SS-228, SS-393, SS-268, SS-394
Passed away on 10/8/2001

Eternal Patrol 10/8/2001, born 11/13/1921 in Minneapolis, MN. SVWWII Life Member #06314, as well as a member of USSVI.

John R. Trossen, ETC(SS)
Sartell MN
Served on: SSN-679, SS-422, SS-417, SS-303, SSBN-610, SSBN-645
Passed away on 12/24/2001

Herbert L. Holschuh, ET3(SS)
Minneapolis MN
Served on: SS-524, SSG-574, SS-566, SS-563, SS-580
Passed away on 11/1/1999