Monday 08/30/2004 10:54:20am

Name:

Tim Ryan

E-Mail:

tim.m.ryan@faa.gov

Location:

Omaha Nebraska

Comments:

Served in the OC division as an Air Traffic Controller from June 1976 until June 1978.

Monday 08/30/2004 1:54:13am

Name:

Don Zimmerman

E-Mail:

donkona66@yahoo.com

Location:

Portland, Oregon

Comments:

I just read the entire history of this ship which at one time I called my home. I was in VFA-151 from 1989 to 1992 and served on her during the Persian Gulf War. I am 37 now and a part of me misses the old heavy Hydraulic fluid smell of her passageways. Thank you for this opportunity to remember my younger days, and I thank the Navy for changing my life. There are so many guys I would love to see again.

Sunday 08/29/2004 8:16:43pm

Name:

Don Lyda

E-Mail:

Dlyda41@aol.com

Location:

Greer, SC

Comments:

I was aboard Midway from 58 to 62 working in the fwd evaps and 3 able fire room. Lots of fond memories of good friends and good times in Yokosuka and especially diving the wrecks in Buckener Bay.

Friday 08/27/2004 10:55:55am

Name:

ERIK SLAVIK

E-Mail:

slavikea@westinghouse.com

Location:

Madison, Pa.

Comments:

Served in Supply S-1, S-9 and S-10 Divisions, GREAT MEMORIES 1985 - 1988,
I'll never forget "The Tip of the Sword"

Thursday 08/26/2004 7:57:27pm

Name:

Matt Dressman

E-Mail:

dreman45@cox.com

Location:

Topeka, Ks

Comments:

My brother is in school for aviation maintenance and I was wondering if there is any way you could tell me how to get a poster like the one you have above the poem "Remembering the Forgotten Mechanic"? I would like to get him the poster and frame it along with the poem as a Christmas gift. I would really appreciate if you replied back to me on any way I could acquire the poster. Thank you very much, Matt Dressman
 

~ Reply: The original of this photo can be found at the following link: http://safetycenter.navy.mil/media/gallery/nostalgia/images/UnsungHeroes.jpg

This is a very large version and takes a little while to download. It should print out pretty good.

~ Troy / MidwaySailor.com

Monday 08/23/2004 2:45:48pm

Name:

Art Scott

E-Mail:

art_scott@hotmail.com

Location:

Florida

Comments:

DS2, OE Division from 1980 to 1984

Monday 08/23/2004 10:50:40am

Name:

Leonard Kurpell

E-Mail:

KURP229@HOTMAIL.COM

Location:

Pennsylvania

Comments:

I served aboard the "MIGHTY MIDWAY" from September of 1957 to June of 1960 in the catapult crew (V-2 Div.) Had a great time and had great friends. Would like to hear from some of them.

Sunday 08/22/2004 1:54:28pm

Name:

Fred Mathis

E-Mail:

fredmathm@comcast.net

Location:

Fremont, Ca.

Comments:

Was on Midway from 1960 to 1963. I was a Boiler Tender and was in either 2 or 3 Charlie Fireroom.

Saturday 08/21/2004 6:47:00pm

Name:

Jim Corbett

E-Mail:

babejimcm@aol.com

Location:

Comments:

sure wish i could find chuck hughes from fall river,mass

Tuesday 08/17/2004 11:45:08pm

Name:

Harold Pringle

E-Mail:

hppringle@aol.com

Location:

Comments:

I served on the Midway 1960-1963 9n B division would like to know how to get a cruise book thank you

Monday 08/16/2004 12:39:14am

Name:

GRISWOLD RICHARD F AFCM RET

E-Mail:

rgriswo1@rochester.rr,com

Location:

HAMLIN N.Y.

Comments:

WORLD CRUISE 1954/1955 STR.DECK HELO DET 35 HU-2 LAKEHURST N J HUP-2 A/c ADR3 MAINT/AIRCREW NINE/MONTHS PLUS

Friday 08/13/2004 9:44:19am

Name:

John Eaton

E-Mail:

stone_free_johne@yahoo.com

Location:

Seattle, WA

Comments:

I served as Intelligence Specialist (IS3)from 1984-1986. I later served on the USS Blue Ridge (IS2) before I left the Navy in March, 1988. I spent my entire military career (1984-88) in Yokosuka, and really enjoyed my late teens and early 20's in Tokyo! Anyone remember partying at Byblos in Roppongi? I also enjoyed spending time at my place on Zushi Beach playing baseball with the local kids. Great times. I have been in contact with a few guys from OZ Division. It's been great to hear from everyone! I'm looking forward to getting down to San Diego to visit the Midway again - someday.

Tuesday 08/10/2004 11:07:13am

Name:

Joseph Christian

E-Mail:

tazman0731@hotmail.com

Location:

Gallatin, Tennessee

Comments:

Crew member from 1970-1972, W Division

Tuesday 08/10/2004 3:22:00am

Name:

Brent Cowell

E-Mail:

bmcowell@hotmail.com

Location:

Everett, WA

Comments:

Served aboard the old girl from 88 to 91 and loved every minute. Was a WT at the time. Would love to hear from fellow WT's.

Saturday 08/07/2004 9:38:44pm

Name:

Robert West

E-Mail:

arigizmo1@cs.com

Location:

California

Comments:

I just visited the Midway a couple of days ago in San Diego. As a former USAF Crew Chief I always wanted to go on board a carrier an see what it what like in the realm of my seagoing brethren.

Well, I was surprised to say the least. The bunk area and lockers are so small. The chow line looked pretty good. And can only imagine what it was like during operations with aircraft slamming down on the deck and multi engines screaming in the comparative small space of the flight deck.

What really stunned me was the deck landing area. Anybody that can put a screaming bird down on that small an area has my salute.

Since my visit I have been looking at web sites on the Midway and came across a picture of her taking water over the bow. Thankfully that was something we did not have to contend with. The rocking and rolling must have made maintenance exciting. IE: engine changes.

But then I think life on a carrier would have been interesting.

R. West USAF TSgt Retired

Saturday 08/07/2004 6:07:37pm

Name:

Cpl.Butch Wheeler USMC MARDET

E-Mail:

slyi1@msn.com

Location:

Moreno Valley, CA

Comments:

I served w/USMC detachment aboard Midway in 63-65.Time in dry dock Hunters Point, NAS Alameda, West Pac and back. My tour on Midway was a good one. Thanks......

Wednesday 08/04/2004 5:46:36pm

Name:

Al Ream GM3

E-Mail:

acr208@cox.net

Location:

Connecticut

Comments:

Served onboard from Sept 1948 until Aug 1952. Would like to hear from any crew members that era.

Tuesday 08/03/2004 11:57:20am

Name:

Gerald T Munro

E-Mail:

ornumj@mari.net

Location:

Marinette, WI

Comments:

I served on the Magic in 52, 53, 54, 55 in #1 Boiler Room. Transferred off in Bremerton decomm to the DD-744 Blue in Long Beach. I'm also looking for H. W. Kirchner. He also was in the 1 Group Boilers. Thanx for your terrific site.