U.S.S. Abbot Deck Log
Thank you for visiting the Abbot home port. For security reasons we no longer accept comments, but here are the postings from 2003-2017. Please email me with your comments.
I served in the Navy Reserve from 1964 to 1966 during which time I was promised a cruise to Bermuda on this magnificent ship. Unfortunately, they had already made the decision to decommission this vessel and I was selected to help in the accomplishment of this task. I was a little disappointed at the time, but after I did some research on the ship and reviewed its history, I felt very Honored to be a part of such an undertaking.
My Grandfather was in the Navy during WWII and invented the Snorkel for the Submarine Service. My brother was also in the Navy and served on the Ticonderoga and the Randolph carriers. We were all very proud to have served in the United States Navy and to do our part to protect our Great Country!!! I would also like to be added to the mailing list.
Leigh Cromleigh <lcromleigh@yahoo.com>
Clinton, OH USA — Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 17:47:28 (EST)
My dad served on the U.S.S. Abbot and would like to know how to get on a mailing list if there is one available. Thanks!
Jonna Zahm <jonnakay@hotmail.com>
IN USA — Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 09:02:24 (EDT)
Fantastic site! I served aboard the Abbot from October 1959 to September 1961 as RD3 before departing for college. I interacted with three memorable officers while onboard: Capt. Robert Norman ( Pearl Harbor hero), Lt. Marcus A Arnheiter ( became captain of the USS Vance and the subject of a book), and Ensign Ray Taylor ( retired as Rear Admiral). A recent saying from the " Tin Can Sailor" newspaper sure fits me. I knew a lad who went to sea And left the land behind I knew him well, the lad was me And now I cannot find him
Robert A Mitchell <Ussabbot@gmail.com>
Tempe, AZ USA — Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 12:22:48 (EDT)
I really enjoyed looking through all the picture from Charlie Angevine's collection. My dad served on the Abbot from 1943 through 1945. I attended several reunions with him while he was alive, sadly he passed in 2011, but I still enjoy looking threw the Abbot information. Thank you for this web site.
Bonnie Kik <bkik87@gmail.com>
Hermiston, OR USA — Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 14:26:09 (EDT)
My father Earl H WOOD received a ABBot ball cap and T shirt on the 2010 reunion when he was in the veterans home.He passed AWAY AND WANTED TO BE BURIED WITH THESE articles.Where can I get replacement items so I can wear them in my fathers honor? Thaqnk You.
George WOOD <Patmandy47@aol.com>
Huntsville, AL USA — Saturday, May 02, 2015 at 20:41:58 (EDT)
Edward P Abel, s-1c who served on the Abbot during WWII passes away yesterday, 3/8/2015 at the age of 89. Seaman Abel was proud of his service to his country and his service aboard the USS Abbot.
Richard J Abel <rjayabel@gmail.com>
Redfield, NEW YORK USA — Monday, March 09, 2015 at 17:43:49 (EDT)
While going through old papers, I discovered my Uncle Domenick Joseph Tantone served on the USS Abbot from Jan 1945 - Jul 1946. This site has been so cool to look through & learn. I picked him out in the picture of the crew! Thank you so much!
Patti Edmonds <chuatti@yahoo.com>
McFarland, WI USA — Sunday, December 28, 2014 at 00:34:04 (EST)
Very much enjoyed your site and the information you provide for all of us "Tin Can Sailors". I myself served during Vietnam aboard the USS Floyd B. Parks, DD884 and left the Navy in Dec. 1972. The Fighting Floyd B. was decommissioned in 1973. I will always take with me those memories of my youth. Thanks again Guys for your service.
Gary Sherman <niteowl@gt.rr.com>
Nederland, TX USA — Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 14:23:30 (EST)
Served on the USS Abbot, out of Newport RI from 1958 through May 1960. That's 50 years ago! It is an often remembered experience. Made some close friends and often wonder how they are doing.
Joe Napurano <joenap@aol.com>
Watchung, NJ USA — Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 13:51:29 (EDT)
Enjoyed your history of Abbot DD 184 immensely, and I didn't previously know that my grandmother's brother ever commanded a brand new destroyer. I do have a bit of a correction to your history, though. William Nicholas Richardson, Jr. of Athens, AL died in 1938 and was the son of a lawyer and a man who was pressed into service as a Confederate soldier at the age of 15 (and paroled as a POW at the age of 16), however, the 'famous lawyer and congressman' William Nicholas Richardson 1839-1915 that you refer to was actually the skipper's great uncle. He too was colorful, having been saved from the noose less than an hour before his appointed execution as a Confederate spy (which he was not) by none other than Nathan Bedford Forrest of later KKK fame.
Ellis Leslie <ellis.leslie@mindspring.com>
Roswell, GA USA — Friday, May 20, 2011 at 11:20:32 (EDT)
My uncle, Howard F. Linne, ST1 (age 87) passed away on President's Day (21 Feb 2011). He served on the Abbot and is in the 1960 Cruise Book (ASW).
Chris Linne <chris_linne@hotmail.com>
Hackettstown, NJ USA — Sunday, March 06, 2011 at 19:03:53 (EST)
Happy New Year to all Abotters and thank you for your help. The web is great and Charlie Angenine too. Few weeks ago I finished my novel about a GM2c aboard in a Fletcher DD. Now I´m looking for publishing house in my country. I´ll tell you if I´ve news. ;)
Javier Yuste <caballerodegondor@yahoo.es>
Pontevedra, GA Spain — Monday, January 03, 2011 at 07:12:36 (EST)
I can't help thinking during this day of remembrance of the men that served aboard the USS Abbot that I have been blessed enough to come to know. For you Dad and your shipmates, some I will never meet, I am truely thankful. I am honored and humbled to be welcome among you all.
Tammy Glivinski <tammy@capecodcfo.com>
Yarmouth Port., MA USA — Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 22:17:07 (EST)
My father Earl Wood served on the Abbot during WWII,and he is now lkiving at the Maine Veterans Home C unit in Scarborough.I wish to extend a very heart felt thanks to those who visited him during the Abbot reunion.It helped him a great deal.
George Wood <Patmandy47@aol.com>
Texarkana, TX USA — Friday, October 08, 2010 at 16:16:00 (EDT)
I reported aboard Abbot in Casco Bay (Portland) and served during the shakedown cruise through the Canal to Honolulu, where I was detached for flight training. I can't make the reunion (hit 91 in June!), but would like to hear from anyone who served during the period I was aboard. I knew Walter. He would be very proud of Walter Jr. for pulling all this material together.
Robert (Bob) Low <robalow@webtv.net>
San Francisco, CA USA — Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 14:37:37 (EDT)
Good Morning ! I will be one of the two tour guides for your personal tour of BIW next week (9-16-2010) I look foreward to meeting each of you and allowing me the opportunity to show you the birth place of your wonderful ship ! During your tour you will see up close the last of the DDG 51 class ships being built and the VERY FIRST DDG 1000 USS ZUMWALT being built in it's early stages of construction. I have wored at BIW for 43 years,I missed your wonderful ship by a few years, but I would love being an honoary member. Sincerely, Dennis A. Youland
Dennis A. Youland <mainequarter@comcast.net>
Bath, MAINE USA — Thursday, September 09, 2010 at 15:37:34 (EDT)
Aboard Abbot from 53 to 55 Logroom and evapator operator in Forward engineroom. this updates E-Mail address of orignal entrie of few years ago.
Raymond F. Sanders <sandrr@earthlink.net>
Saint Joseph, MI USA — Monday, September 06, 2010 at 10:47:27 (EDT)
I Served aboard the USS Abbot from 1952 until 1956, and was aboard for the world cruise in 1954. I was in the C division, QM3.
Donald W Sherman <golfe56661@aol.com>
Kalama, WA USA — Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 19:45:09 (EDT)
My brother told me about the site. When we were younger we never heard much about our Pep and the US ABBOT. Recently watched the mini series on HBO, the Pacific. Its amazing how proud you feel about what these brave men did for us.
Jason James Petelle <jaysun_@hotmail.com>
Franklin, NH USA — Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at 19:47:25 (EDT)
Very nice the FLETCHER Class.
SANGOI, João <sangoi22@yahoo.com.br>
Santa Maria, RIO GRANDE DO SUL Brazil — Tuesday, May 04, 2010 at 18:32:16 (EDT)
The picture of the sailor sitting in the barber chair is me, Joseph Sirc. The man to my right is George Randall.
JOSEPH SIRC <JOBEAR421@MSN.COM>
THROGGSNECK, NY USA — Sunday, April 04, 2010 at 20:26:52 (EDT)
Great site! Found a two pictures of my grandfather James E. Petelle!! Great that someone has posted this information, thank you!
Brian Petelle <petelle@hotmail.com>
Portsmouth, NH USA — Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 20:03:00 (EDT)
On board in 1961 as a Fireman in the after fireroom.Left the Navy as a BT1 in 1969.Anyone remember running aground in Mayport florida after MR3?
Bruce McKnight <mcknightcher@att.net>
waterbury, CT USA — Sunday, March 07, 2010 at 16:02:34 (EST)
Ernest Perno, my grandfather and his wife Marie sit next to me as I surf the internet for history about his journeys. This is a fantastic web site dedicated to the proud and courageous people who server aboard the USS Abbot and other ships. We are all very thankful and proud. Very nice work Walt. Thank you for you efforts.
Lou Ferraro <Junior1773@aol.com>
Durham, CT USA — Saturday, March 06, 2010 at 12:55:16 (EST)
cudos on a great web site. i found it while doing preliminary research on the johnson for a large scale scratch built model.would you have any info or plans sprcific to her? thanks in advance fred
fred brinks <brinksfred@aol.com>
n hollywood, CA USA — Thursday, February 25, 2010 at 15:18:25 (EST)
Thanks for your amazin job and web. I´m writting a novel inspired on a fletcher destroyer and your experiences, videos, photos,... GREAT!!
Javier <caballerodegondor@yahoo.es>
Pontevedra, PONTEVEDRA SPAIN — Friday, February 19, 2010 at 08:17:06 (EST)
My dad William "Bill" Perry Jr. served on the Abbot from 8/59 - 63 or 64 and my uncle Wayne Perry served on the Abbot starting in '63, I found my dad in the 1960 Cruise Book, and both of them in the muster lists. My brothers and I don't know much about my dad's Navy days, and would love to see other photo's of either my dad or my uncle from those days, if anybody has any could you post them here or email me, thanks.
Bill Perry <wrp1067@yahoo.com>
Anadarko, OK USA — Sunday, December 06, 2009 at 07:33:47 (EST)
Proud of my fathers service to our country
Richard Abel <rjayabel@gmail.com>
Somerville, NJ USA — Friday, December 04, 2009 at 14:20:22 (EST)
he served from the fall of `41 to `45...he was friends with "Dinty Moore" and used to box the guys from other ships..That's not him in the three-man picture listing him as the middle man..but it is him sitting behind the gun in the five or more man photo `
martin shaw <mshaw1952@gmail.com>
Naples, ME USA — Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 23:47:23 (EDT)
My father,William C.Shaw,was a gunner's mate 2nd class on the Abbot. If anyone has any photos of him or his buddy" Martin J. Murphy, would they submit them here or my e-mail? mshaw1952@gmail.com
martin shaw <mshaw1952@gmail.com>
Naples, ME USA — Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 23:40:53 (EDT)
I was aboard from Feb 1953 to Oct 1955. I was MM/3 I stood Forward engine room watches on the evaporators. I was also the Logroom yeoman. The Abbot was a great ship.
Raymond Frank Sanders <sandrr@earthlink.net>
Saint Joseph, MI USA — Friday, June 05, 2009 at 11:50:25 (EDT)
It is very interesting to see pictures of those young men who faithfully served our country. It was funny to see what my father looked like in those days.
Fred R. Mintz <fmintz@cfl.rr.com>
Orlando, FL USA — Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 15:02:25 (EDT)
I seved on a Fletcher Class Destoyer during Vietnam. i can proudly say that it was an experience of a lifetime. Being on that ship gave me goose bumps wheneverthe Five Inchers went off all at once. I got to go to Hawaii, Tokyo and Subic Bay,Phillipines.
Michael Bates <bates_mike1947@hotmail.com>
Denver, CO USA — Monday, May 11, 2009 at 15:13:19 (EDT)
Congratulations on an excellent site! I ran into the USSKidd/Desron48 Association about 12 years ago and have gone to all the annual meetings ever since. I don't mean to be picky, but I was a Torpedoman on the USS Erben,DD631 from the time it was on it's shakedown in 1943. We had Commodore Bottom and his staff on board because the Erben was the Squadron Leader of Destroyer Squadron48 and of DesDiv 96 as well. I remember him well, because I was on the Torpedo Director on the Bridge and had many conversations with him during down times at GQ. . I've appreciated reading the diaries here which reminded me again of events I had almost forgotten. I do remember that many times the 9 ships in DesRon48 were scattered and on different missions and these accounts show a number of actions where we were not with the Abbot, but on some other event. It was a mighty big ocean and this 19 year old kid will never forget the endless days at sea as well as the endless hours at GQ! Thanks for the memories! B ... John Fraser, former TM3/c, USS Erben DD631
John Fraser <desron48@gmail.com>
Sacramento, CA USA — Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 01:21:26 (EDT)
While visiting family back in Salem, MA I stopped by a thrift/antique store and, being a collector of military patches etc, ended up leaving with an old decal/postcard(?) of the USS Abbot logo on yellowing cardstock in a plastic bag with an embroidered patch from Bermuda. I dont see any connection to Bermuda in the ships history and was wondering if any one knew of any connection between the two or if it was just a coincidence that they were together. I appologize if this is the wrong forum for this, but I would love any information. I can gladly email pictures of the postcard or patch if any one's interest has been peaked.
Dan Burns <numberonespatula@gmail.com>
Del Rio, TX USA — Saturday, April 04, 2009 at 16:11:31 (EDT)
1943 - 1945 RM3c Great bunch of guys in the radio shack.
Olin Haynes <OHaynesDD629@aol.com>
Santa Cruz, CA USA — Sunday, March 08, 2009 at 16:06:59 (EDT)
Served on the Abbot 1959 - 1961 Torpedoman thanks for the web site - like to look at it bob dillon
Robert Dillon <r.dillon@mchsi.com>
Stronghurst, IL USA — Saturday, March 07, 2009 at 17:17:22 (EST)
Was aboard from 2-53 until 1955 MM/3 Logroom Yeoman and Evaporator operator forward Engineroom This is a updated E-mail address home phone# 269-429-5976
Raymond Frank Sanders <sandrr@earthlink.net>
Saint Joseph, MI USA — Saturday, March 07, 2009 at 15:19:11 (EST)
served ? 1959 to 1962 ? not sure
Frank Laffredo <flaffredo@comcast.net>
Collegeville, PA USA — Saturday, March 07, 2009 at 15:13:01 (EST)
My Dad, George Dunham, served on the Abbot as a Machinist Mate in 1951. He passed away 8 Feb. 1987 & was laid to rest in Eastport, Maine.
George T. Dunham Jr. <tomdunham@msn.com>
Langhorne, PA USA — Saturday, March 07, 2009 at 13:59:42 (EST)
Served aboard Abbot from Dec. 31, 1958 until June 1962. Left as RD2. Was on board during the "Long Ears" naming episode, the 60's Med. cruise and MR3 recovery. My Son is in the navy now. He had two deployments to the Gulf on board USS Enterprise. I keep telling him that you are not really in the Navy until You have served on A Tin Can. Hope to hear from shipmates.
Sheridan E. Bohon <sheridan@kc.rr.com>
Kansas City, KS USA — Saturday, March 07, 2009 at 13:52:59 (EST)
My husband, James J Riordan, deceased since 1997 and buried in the National Cemetery at Bushnell, Florida served aboard the Abbot for several months in 1957. Our son alerted me to the presence of this site.
Liz Riordan <ebrior1062@gmail.com>
Beverly Hills, FL USA — Thursday, March 05, 2009 at 18:03:03 (EST)
I served aboard from Oct 60-Apr 62. Me and my two brothers served aboard together for approvimately 3 months in 1960. I was an Rm and my oldest brother Flodyd was a GM while my next to oldest brother was a SF. Need to correct on thing tho. they was in Desdiv 202, and Desron 20.
Clinton Bond <Shomangreen@yahoo.com>
Biloxi, MS. USA — Friday, February 27, 2009 at 16:11:08 (EST)
Served aboard "Long Ears" ABBOT DD-629 from 57-60. Went aboard as as SN and left as a SO2. Have many fond memories from that time in my life. Still maintain contact with a couple of wonderful crew members. Ed Wilson and John Alford. The "Long Ears" were painted on the hedgehog mounts because we were in a screen during an ASW exercise and picked up contact on a sub at periscope depth about 10 miles in front of the screen. We steamed at flank speed through the screen and simulated sinking the denizen of the deep LOL. The captain received kudos's from the commander of the operation and was so happy the ears were painted on the mounts the next day. We steamed back to port much like a sub would do with a broom denoting a "clean sweep".
Craig Powers <cwpowers@gmail.com>
Indian Orchard, MA United States — Saturday, January 03, 2009 at 11:05:28 (EST)
OH, what a wonderful surprise! I was surfing the web and found this site....what a fantastic feeling when I spotted my father, Fredinando Russo, amongst his shipmates! Dad is now deceased, at a very young age of 52. I am 58 and never heard him speak of those years. I want to thank you all for putting this together. Now I can show my grown children and their children. If any one knows how I can get a "panoramic view" picture made up of ship and crew I would be very grateful. Marcia (Russo) Carlista
Marcia (Russo) Carlista <carlistafamily@yahoo.com>
Naples, ME. USA — Thursday, December 04, 2008 at 16:01:05 (EST)
My father, SSM3c Bernard P. Shields, served aboard the Abbot during WW2, from the initial cruise, through to the time just prior to her heading for Japan. Fairly certain the crew member at the far left in the photograph ABB065 is my father (SSM3c Bernard P. Shields). He worked in the ship's laundry, ran the port side whaleboat, and his battle station was the aft-most 20mm gun on the starboard side. I knew Charles "Dinty" Moore, (one of his shipmates) from the time when he owned a restaurant in Fitchburg, MA. He and my Dad would always have some good stories. Once he gave me a replica "Bosun's Pipe" and showed me how to use it. I also met another of his shipmates, Bill Shaw, back in the mid 1960's, in Gorham, ME when we were all returning to MA from a family vacation in Ellsworth, ME. Quite a few of the photographs on the site are ones I have copies of from his old Navy album. I also have some others, I'll have to scan and send in when I get a chance.
Michael Shields <shields_michael@lycos.com>
Temple, NH USA — Monday, December 01, 2008 at 10:53:30 (EST)
I really enjoyed the site, especially the footage your ship took of battleship South Dakota bombarding Honshu. Yes, that is the South Dakota no doubt, you can see the bow mounted forty mm gun, and if one really looks closely the four 5-inch on each side instead of five like Massachusetts and Indiana. My father just left that ship, and I know it well, and have many pictures and models. He was a career mustang type and went from apprentice seaman to LCDR in a career from 1927-1957. Great pictures, and film , glad your ship could escort the South Dakota that day. Thanks Joe Sandling
Joe Sandling <josephsandling@yahoo.com>
Raleigh, NC USA — Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 16:45:57 (EST)
Served from Aug. 1957-June 1959 FN too MM2 in after eng. & fwd.eng room and A Div. B. Barker & B. Mezo and me had the birds tattoed on our belly
Clyde Wofford <cww1@centurytel.net>
Midway, AR. USA — Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 10:27:16 (EST)
My Father, John W Glisson was aboard the USS Abbot. He passed away in 1985. I have his diary from the time on the ship and MANY people will be surprised at his writings.
Johnnie Lou Glisson Getz <johnnie.getz1@verizon.net>
Newburgh, NY USA — Monday, September 22, 2008 at 21:05:01 (EDT)
REPORTED ONBOARD AUGUST 1962 SENT TO A/C&R SCHOOL FOR 4294 nec worked in auxilary division stood watches fwd engineroom cpo was mmc joe walker seperated 29 march 1964 retired from us navy 30 march 1989 as a LCDR. LDO SURFACE REPAIR SHIP WAS A GREAT MOTIVATOR
JOSEPH S. DATTOLI <dattolij@bellsouth.net>
JACKSONVILLE, FL USA — Friday, September 19, 2008 at 19:00:04 (EDT)
Was on board on @ june 1952 till 1955 was Third class M/M did the Round the world cruise and would like any and al info from Former crew Mates Thanks much//// Louie Nh send any and all info To LOUIS ADABAHR 44 Old Dover Road Rochester, New Hampshire 03867-3444take care and Thanks Much//
Louis Adabahr <Craftfly@aol.com>
Rochester, N.H. USA — Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 21:29:38 (EDT)
Hi i was aborad the Abbot DD629 from aug 1957 to sept 1959 i was a FN in the after engine room.came aboard in new port RI. i use to walk all over the ship & i know every bubby for all divisons if you remember me please e-mail me any time. i am going try to get to the next reuion. Thanks BOB
Robert W. Blakeslee Sr. <myharley883r@bellsouth.net>
Fort Pierce, FL. USA — Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 11:45:33 (EDT)
I just wanted to say thankyou Charles Angevine for the kind emails and also keep Abbot alive for familys
shawna maxwell <shawna_leonmaxwell@yahoo.com>
fountain, CO USA — Monday, April 14, 2008 at 10:00:50 (EDT)
i just wanted to see my granfather ship i found his old navy book and it was nice to know what he did his name was robert e stogentin
shawna maxwell <shawna_leonmaxwell@yahoo.com>
fountain, CO USA — Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 17:36:27 (EDT)
I just about fell out of my chair! Typed in his serice number -and there it was! Can you tell me if any of you have any rec ords on John William BICKNELL, [ Carpenter's Mate USNR # 671-53-50 ]. Sure would aprpeciate your help.
Mary <Mary0961@sbcglobal.net>
IL USA — Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 17:35:16 (EDT)
Your site is fantastic. My dad (Rufus R. Barnes) served on board the Abbot from 1951 to 1954 as a Machinist Mate. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2006. I would be interested to hear from anyone that remembers him. His nickname was "Red" and he was from North Carolina.
John Barnes <jeb13@comcast.net>
Marshfield, MA USA — Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 10:59:47 (EST)
My father, Donald J. Acord was on the Abbot in 1959. My memory was that he worked in the engine room. He had to work on my 7th birthday, so I got to come have my birthday on the Abbot - I had cake and ice cream and got to watch a movie. It was my best birthday! Arlene Acord Sachitano
Arlene Acord Sachitano <aksach@comcast.net>
Portland, OR USA — Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 22:22:51 (EDT)
nice webside, as a rating collector it is always nice to have information. if there is someone who can help me to find some ratings for my collection please mail me Greetings from holland Rob
rob de groot <familiedegroot@casema.nl>
amersfoort, holland — Thursday, September 06, 2007 at 16:46:37 (EDT)
A prodigious effort; sets a standard for single-ship destroyer sites.
Dave McComb <destroyers@domeislandcom>
Bolton Landing, NY USA — Friday, August 03, 2007 at 05:10:58 (EDT)
My father was Charles Pendleton WT2c. He served on board the Abbot from 23 Apr 1943 until fall of 1945. Not sure of his last day but I know it was after 1 Oct 1945 due to the imformation on this wonderful website and before 13 Nov 1945 due to his DD214. My father never talked about his experiences during the war but this site has given a glimpse of what his life was like during those 2 war years. I thank all who have given to this site allowing me to get that small but wonderful glimpse of my father's life. With regret I must add my father passed away in Apr 1998.
Charles Pendleton Jr. <cipendjr@yahoo.com>
Saco, ME USA — Sunday, May 20, 2007 at 14:21:36 (EDT)
Who would have thought that I would enjoy my memories of the Abbot, I served from June 1961 - Dec, 1963. One of my happiest memories is walking off of the quarter deck on Dec. 13, 1962 and saluting the ensign for the last time.Free at last Free at last. Warm greetings to all the salts.
Joe Bruschetti IC3 <bruschetti@hotmail.com>
New Milford, CT USA — Friday, April 27, 2007 at 18:55:08 (EDT)
Wow! After giving my comments I continued to read on and saw that my nephew also visited this site and paid trubite to my father (Roland A. Pellerier)and the ships company. Patrick is also in the Navy. Great to see he was able to look at this site and I understand he is a great sailor himself.
Margaret Hardy <nhardy01@comcast.net>
Neptune Beach, FL USA — Saturday, March 03, 2007 at 20:19:38 (EST)
My dad was a cook on this boat, Roland A. Pelletier and I was looking up information to make something for him. This has been very interesting. I too know a lot about the Navy as my husband retired with 221/2 yrs.
Margaret Hardy <nhardy01@comcast.net>
Neptune Beach , FL USA — Saturday, March 03, 2007 at 20:07:14 (EST)
Just visited your site for the first time. You've got a great site. I'm an old Navy man. Served on board the USS Intrepid CVS-11 68 to 70. She's in New York now. I've enjoy looking over your site. Thanks for having mt aboard.
J.C.Richardson III <jcr3rd@comcast.net>
Danville, VA. USA — Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at 00:49:03 (EST)
I served on the Abbot from 1951 to 1953 as a seaman. I was injured and sent to Bethesda, Maryland. I have photos of myself and others on the ship.
Fred E. Craft <CRAFTFANDJ@MSN.COM>
Evans, GA USA —
I was aboard the Abbot as a Fire Control Tech from late '55 until mid '57. We made a Med cruise in 1956 that I cannot find any information on. I'm helping restore the USS Cassin Young (DD793) in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Stop by and say "Hello".
Barry Wilkinson <Tricycle6@cs.com>
Melrose, MA USA —
My dad (Vittie Sablinskas) was aboard the Abbot during WWII. He passed away in February 2000 at the age of 75. He was very proud of his Navy service and to serve with the crew of the Abbot. God bless all the veterans.
Lisa Shablin <lshablin@lucent.com>
Mt. Arlington, NJ USA —
Just visited your site for the first time. I served on the ship from 1954-1956. Have never received any info on re-unions in the past. Please let me hear from any guys serving aboard during this period. Thanks, Bob
Bob Klein <rklein@astound.net>
Walnut Creek, CA USA —
I am trying to find the present locations of all of the former crew members of the U.S.s. Abbot. The list is used to invite them to the Abbot Reunions. Contact me at Billbdd629@AOL.com
Bill Beavers <Billbdd629@AOL.com>
Carol Stream, IL USA —
I like your web site so much I sent it to webmaster of USS Power, my next duty station after Abbot and he posted it on Power site. Check it out.
John Leavitt <johnleavitt@webtv.net>
Orlando, FL. USA —
Really enjoyed visiting site. I served aboard from about August 1964 and helped decommission her. Decommissioning was tough and I think we all hated to see the old girl go.
john leavitt <johnleavitt@webtv.net>
orlando, FL USA —
JUST FOUND YOUR GREAT SITE. SERVED ABOARD FROM OCT 1959 TILL SEPT 1961.EVEN FOUND MYSELF IN THE CRUISEBOOK OF 1960. WOW WAS I THAT YOUNG ONCE RD3
Bob Semos <leewardrun@netscape.com>
Alpharetta, GA USA —
GREAT JOB SERVED ON BOARD 1956-59 AND STILL HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF MY SHIPMATES JUST SPOKE TO CHARLIE SANDERS WHO INFORMED ME ABOUT THIS SITE AND IT'S GREAT TO HEAR THE COMMENTS FROM CREW MEMBERS
RICHIE BARAN BT3 <RBARAN1@JUNO.COM>
BOHEMIA, NY USA —
My Dad was aboard the Abbot during her recommission in 1951. He was a Machinist Mate. He passed away in '87. Would be interested in hearing from any one who new him. this is a wonderful site!
George T. Dunham Jr. <tomdunham@msn.com>
Langhorne, PA USA —
12/08/2005...Great site...I went aboard the Abbot early 1957, in Newport, RI and served till I got out of the Navy in Jan 1959. I served as a Signalman and then became a Quartermaster and left as a QM3. Seen tours to Rio and was with her off Beruit for the thirty days we were parked there. Great memories, especially with bud...Larry Blackman (lost contact). I ended up making a career of the Navy and retired as a QMC in March or 1977. By the way both my sons served in the Navy and one is still in. I envy the one still having his Zippo, I now collect. and yes I do remember CDR WW Deventer and Frank M. Korb, as quartermaster I worked for him as thew Navigator. Also CO was R.M. Pond with Korb and what about LT Marcus A. Arnheiter, who's book I still have, the Arnkeiter Affaire...but did he ever save my butt in Greece.
Edward L. (ED) Dazey QMC USN Ret <eldazey@hotmail.com>
Buford,, GA USA —
This is a wonderful site. I used to work as a guide aboard the USS KIDD DD-661 in Baton Rouge, which served in the same squadron as the ABBOT during the war. I had the pleasure of meeting some of the Abbot's crew over the years. Keep up the great work!
Eric Rivet <ej_rivet@yahoo.com>
Troy, NY USA — Friday, November 11, 2005 at 13:33:23 (CST)
Served from 52-55 aboard the Abbot DD629. Sonarman2, pitcher for ships fastpitch softball team, ships photographer.
Don Schwartz (Skylar professional name for radio/T.V.) <skyty@bfeweb.net>
Tyler, TX USA — Tuesday, October 18, 2005 at 22:12:41 (CDT)
I SERVED ONBOARD THE USS ABBOT FROM 1959-1962.I WAS A GUNNERSMATE.MOUNT CAPTAIN OF THE AFT 3INCH 50 GUN.
JOHN H.WILLIAMS <JHWILLIAMS@AOL.COM>
YORK, PA USA — Monday, September 05, 2005 at 08:21:13 (CDT)
Nice Site. I reported aboard the Abbot in Feb of 1953 at a dock on Narrgansett bay at Newport R.I. and was onboard until Feb ,1955 Then I transfered to the USS YELLOWSTONE for their Med cruise and I was discharged in May 1956 as a MM3/c I stood engineroom watches and was evaporator operator, and Logroom yeoman. Onboard the Abbot.
Raymond Frank Sanders <RSAN@peoplepc.com>
Saint Joseph, MI USA — Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 18:06:35 (CDT)
My dad, Arthur Maurice Melcher, served aboard the USS Pollux from about March, 1944, through about May, 1946. I have most of the letters he and my mother wrote to each other almost every week during that time. I found in Curt E. Presley's memoirs that on February 1, 1945, the Abbot delivered mail to the Pollux. I can now look at the letters from that time period and know that one of them was delivered by the Abbot. Thank you, Abbot crew!
Kent Maurice Melcher <kandjmel@cox.net>
Topeka, KS USA — Wednesday, August 17, 2005 at 09:27:57 (CDT)
I served after the shak-down cruise as one of the original crew members. Taking the Ship through the Panama canal, to join the Pacific fleet.
Herald L. Pisak BM2/class <kodiac2000@optonline.net>
Fairfield, CT. USA — Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 07:26:45 (CDT)
I forgot to say that I was a Lt(MC)USNR DesRon25 (Carpenter, Fletcher, O'Bannon, Radford) 1957-1959, so I have a soft spot in my heart for the old tin cans and for Pearl Harbor. I got a cute haircut when we crossed the equator in 1958 in WestPac. Current member of O'Bannon Shipmates Ass'n.
John D. Leith <jdleith@comcast.net>
Newton, MA USA — Thursday, June 23, 2005 at 12:56:07 (CDT)
Great website! I'm trying to find more info about Lt. Ed. M. Tremper (aboard the Abbot in October 1943 and signed the collision report) - any dates and places or anything else. I think he was from around Seattle. We are researching Trempers in the US and would like very much to know more about this one. Thanks, 6/23/2005
John D. Leith <jdleith@comcast.net>
Newton, MA USA — Thursday, June 23, 2005 at 12:51:54 (CDT)
Letting any former shipmates know that Rosco (ROCK) Brinkley passed away 16 June 2005. Served as a Sonarman during World War II. Thanks
Jerry Seymour <jerryseymour2@hotmail.com>
NC USA — Thursday, June 16, 2005 at 20:50:02 (CDT)
My father was a Metalsmith First Class/Diver and served on the USS CHAUNCEY DD667 in DESRON 48 with the Abbot in 1944-45. He always spoke highly of the Abbot and the others in the squadron. He passed away in March 2001. He was a Pearl Harbor Survivor (MUGFORD DD389) so my brother and I scattered his ashes in Pearl Harbor on 12/07/01. The Navy gave him full military honors. Great website, thanks. Aloha!
Jerry Johnston <srfdn62@aol.com>
Long Beach, CA USA — Thursday, April 28, 2005 at 16:44:09 (CDT)
My grandfather was GM2 Paul Pradovich. He talked fondly of his time on the USS Abbot, but I was so young. Charlie Angevine has graciously sent pics of the rowdy Serb. He was the greatest man in my life. Would love to email with any who knew him. God Bless all of you who served your country so well. - Kel
Kelly Paul Pradovich <kp2171@aol.com>
Windsor Heights, IA USA — Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 23:35:13 (CST)
Served aboard the Abbot 1958-1960 and looking back it was a really great experience. Should have re-enlisted (ha). Seriously, the crew aboard at that time was the greatest and I still maintain contact with a number of them (45 years later). Can't believe they are so old tho!
Jack Rahn <jackrahn@yahoo.com>
Lehigh Acres, FL USA — Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 14:58:11 (CST)
Josef Ferdinand Gaspers, he never got to see his daugther Iris Gaspers who was born on 10th dec. 1942.J.F.Gaspers he was a sailor of the dutch navy, he had been taken prisoner on march 8th 1942 in indonesie and sent to japan on 26th sept 1943. after being moved from one prison camp to another he ended up in kamaishi camp numer 5b in april 1945.The story You can read it written by Howard E. Bartholf president uss south dakota second generation group.
Andre Monterie <a.h.monterie@wanadoo.nl>
Zoetermeer, Netherlands — Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 10:18:57 (CST)
The name of my Father in Law is Joseph Ferdinand Gaspers. He was a duth marinier, taken prisonner by the Japans. Maybe there are peopple who also worked in the mines of kamaishi and they know my Father in Law. He died on 9 aug 1945 in the mines of Kamaishi.
Andre Monterie <a.h.monterie@wanadoo.nl>
Zoetermeer, Netherlands — Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 09:37:11 (CST)
The name of my Father in Law is Joseph Ferdinand Gaspers. He was a duth marinier, taken prisonner by the Japans. Maybe there are peopple who also worked in the mines of kamaishi and they know my Father in Law. He died on 9 aug 1945 in the mines of Kamaishi.
Andre Monterie <a.h.monterie@wanadoo.nl>
Zoetermeer, Netherlands — Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 09:35:32 (CST)
It is very pitty to know that this ship maybe has killed my father in law on 9 aug. 1945. He was in the mine as prissoner and killed by bombings from usa ships on kamaishi.
Andre Monterie <a.h.monterie@wanadoo.nl>
Zoetermeer, Netherlands — Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at 09:32:16 (CST)
Have photo of Abbot in Philly reserve fleet around 1974 along with Sigsbee DD-502 and others. If interested just email me.
John Mastin <sjkids@scottsburg.com>
Scottsburg, IN USA — Friday, October 22, 2004 at 01:04:30 (CDT)
I served on Abbot between Feb 57 and Mar 58 when I was transferred to the Flag Yosemite in Newport. Spent most of the time on ASW in the Arctic but called at Belfast and Chatham and some picket duty in the Med. Great crew and great ship. I drew the logo The eagle with the trident. Still have my Abbot zippo. Skipper was WW Deventer and exec was Frank J. Korb. Anyone remember?
dOUG hEARLE <santa4343@aol.com>
Pelham, NY USA — Tuesday, September 28, 2004 at 17:20:34 (CDT)
Hey Navy-you do us Marines proud-thanks for the gun support and the free transportation. Thank You!
Jonathan Field <jonathan.field@sbcglobal.net>
Sausalito, CCa USA - Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at 18:12:45 (CDT)
Served aboard on the Abbot as a torpedoman '55-'57, almost sank it with one of ours [practice one] during a drill.I can still hear the old man, forgot his name.
J.Hervey Boissonnault <jherveryb@aol.com>
Eastchester, ny USA - Sunday, June 06, 2004 at 18:08:21 (CDT)
Attached to the Abbot for two years and four months. Would not have it any other way. Tried to get Tin Can duty during the Korean thing but was assigned to NPG, Radio San Francisco. Great memories, some good some not so good, like when the after 5" was firing over my head at my GQ station on starboard 20 in the "tub".
Olin Haynes <OHaynesDD629@aol.com>
Santa Cruz, CA USA - Saturday, May 15, 2004 at 19:19:23 (CDT)
Aboard Abbot 1956-1960 Great crew and the time of my life!
Craig Powers <bengal@comcast.net>
Indian Orchard, MA United States — Sunday, April 04, 2004 at 12:11:21 (CDT)
Served in Abbot '57 thru '59. SO3 - Lots of steaming time; great ship, many fond memories. Seems hardly possible that 45 years have passed since I left her.
Ed Wilson <ed.wil@verizon.net>
Augusta, Me USA — Saturday, April 03, 2004 at 15:06:40 (CST)
My grandfather Lawrence D. Gillilan served on the Abbot during WWII, would love to hear from any of his former shipmates.
Larry Stobbs Jr. <stobbs@prodigy.net>
St. Joseph, MO USA — Thursday, February 05, 2004 at 20:51:10 (CST)
the stories about the abbot during the war are great.part of the reason i find them interesting i can locate where my father was periodically since he was aboard the stembel.5/8/43-5/31/46 clayton e. jenkins passed away 5/7/83 i only remember afew stories, so i had no idea how bad it really was. god bless all and thankyou again
dean c.jenkins <deanjenk@aol.com>
peabody, ma USA — Thursday, February 05, 2004 at 11:52:53 (CST)
OOPS, Forgot to mention my Pepe is: CS2 Roland A. Pelletier
Patrick Milligan <pmilliga@sanjacinto.navy.mil>
Chesapeake, VA USA — Friday, January 23, 2004 at 22:14:51 (CST)
This is great. My Pepe was a cook onboard the USS Abbot. My mother gave me this link and thought I might be interested to see what my Pepe was doing many years ago when he was in the US Navy. Currently I have been enlisted in the US Navy now for 4 years. I am a Gunners Mate onboard the USS San Jacinto (CG-56) homeported out of Norfolk, Virginia. It is quite impressive the history of the Abbot and the great ships of the past. Out of respect for this site as well as the history and value of those who have served before me I am going to create a presentation and hold a memorial service onboard my ship with our crew to talk about the USS Abbot and her fine crew. This is the only way I can make thanks to my Pepe his shipmates, my shipmates and all those who allowed me to join the Navy 4 years ago and carry on the great traditions of The greatest nation in the world. Thank you. GM2 (SW) PATRICK M MILLIGAN USS SAN JACINTO (CG-56)
Patrick Milligan <pmilliga@sanjacinto.navy.mil>
Chesapeake, VA USA — Friday, January 23, 2004 at 22:12:28 (CST)
For Mr Baranger....I have a copy of the ABBOT DABBLER dated 30 July 1945 reference to your fathers detachment..heading is "OUR EXEC BOWS OUT' It is 6 paragraphs long and begins as follows: Lieutenant Walter R Baranger, who has been Executive Officer of the ABBOT since March 1944, will be leaving us tomorrow....I would be very happy to forward it to any address that you wish. It is very complimentary to your father...the same page refers to the shore bombardments at Hamamatsu Japan...Best wishes Herschel Bonnet
Herschel Bonnet <HBonnet@aol.com>
Walnut Creek, ca USA — Monday, December 22, 2003 at 18:29:38 (CST)
Still trying to trace ALL former Abboteers. If you have any info PLEASE CONTACT ME. She was a great ship with a GREAT CREW.
Bill Beavers <Billbdd629@AOL.Com>
Carol Stream, Il USA — Friday, December 19, 2003 at 22:38:29 (CST)
Went On the Abbot in Bremerton Washington
David W. Dumas <dwdumas@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi USA — Friday, December 19, 2003 at 15:22:44 (CST)
12/19/03 Fond memories of ABBOT and shipmates. At this time of year, I think back 60 years ago as we were leaving Pearl enroute to Funafuti, Elice Islands and staging for the Marshalls invasion. Crossed the equator on Christmas Day 1943. Our skipper then was CDR Marshal E. Dornin and after 18 years in the Navy, he was still a pollywog so the shellbacks treated him as such. I am a plankowner, aboard on 23 April 1943. As I was stowing my gear in aft compartment, Chief Westbrook tapped me on the shoulder and let me know that I was going messcooking so moved my gear to the messhall. Stayed with ABBOT thru decommissioning in San Diego in Feb 46, and was assigned to 19th fleet and assisted in decommissioning the rest of the squadron ships. Left the ship as SK1 and then stayed for 30 years, retired in 1973 as CDR at Fleet Air Alameda. Thanks to Charlie for alerting us to this site.
Herschel Bonnet <HBonnet@aol.com>
Walnut Creek, Ca USA — Friday, December 19, 2003 at 14:50:06 (CST)
i HAVE A COPY OF THE DABBLER WHICH IS A DECEMBER ISSUE
nickerson howard l. <hnickerson@aol.com>
colchesterVF, USA — Friday, December 19, 2003 at 13:45:59 (CST)
Served on the USS ABBOT 1954 to 1958
Frank J. Pierce Jr <fppierce@comcast.net>
Baltimore, Md USA — Friday, December 19, 2003 at 12:03:09 (CST)
12/14/03. Proud to have served aboard ABBOT from 9/10/43 thru 3/11/46. Happy that this web site is being created and glad to have had a hand in it. It was my pleasure to meet the webmaster at our reunion last August
Charles N. Angevine <hotshotcharlie1@aol.com>
Lake City, FL USA — Sunday, December 14, 2003 at 12:23:29 (CST)