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Shipmates,

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The 2025 USS Goldsborough Association Reunion was another great success. Albuquerque had
something for everyone to enjoy. The weather was great although I knew that we were in a much
higher altitude than most of us were used to. The Sheraton Uptown hotel did a great job taking care of
us. Many of us arrived on Friday or Saturday and got an early start on enjoying the sights and foods of
the area. On Sunday afternoon the Hospitality room got opened as we all started renewing old times
and friendships. We were missing some of our regulars due to health or other family matters but we
hope to see them next year. We did have a new attendee, Jonathan Olson, who was local and passed on
some things to do in the area.

Early Monday morning, some of us got up to do what Albuquerque is known for and took a hot
air balloon ride. As one who is not overly fond of heights, I had some reservations about it, but the folks
at Rainbow Ryders set me at ease. The views were fantastic and the ride was surprisingly smooth. We
landed where the International Balloon Festival was getting setup and enjoyed the customary after
balloon ride drink. The balloon crews did a great job of getting the balloons up and back down and put
away. It was an amazing ride and I would recommend it. In the afternoon some took a train ride to
Sante Fe. Although there wasn’t a lot going on in Sante Fe on Monday afternoon, an ice cream store
and restaurant with a bar were found to enjoy. The views from the train made the trip worthwhile
without the ice cream.

On Tuesday, we boarded the bus and went to the Indian Pueblo Cultural to learn about the 19
Pueblos of New Mexico. After touring the museum, we enjoyed a lunch of Indian Tacos put out by the
Cultural center. We then proceeded to the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History. There we
learned about the history of nuclear power, weapons, and medicine. There was also an outside area
with many of the missiles and planes that could deliver nuclear weapons. There was also an artillery
piece that could use nuclear shells. It was very interesting to tour the museum and pick up some more
information.

Wednesday morning, we had the annual meeting where Paul Scheppers was elected to
president and Larry Fry was elected to Vice-President. It was also voted to take the 2027 reunion back
to Tennessee in Knoxville or Chattanooga. Pat and Connie Taylor will host.

Although Bob Franklin wasn’t able to attend, he did a great job of getting this reunion set up.
We only had a few finishing touches to make this another great reunion. Thanks, Bob

Next years reunion is being planned for Biloxi, Mississippi with Bob franklin and Bill Biller
hosting. As soon as we get some more information on this we will get it out.

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Bill Biller

HT2 77-80