9/13/2009 9:57 AMDear Shipmates & Friends,
Well another reunion in the books and I must again thank Nick and Mary Morstad for their outstanding job in coordinating this event. It surely was one of the very best. It is through organization like they provided that makes not only the reunion fun for all but it sure makes the duties of the officers much easier also. It was indeed a real treat.
The weather in Colorado was just about perfect. Never too hot or too cold and what views. From the hotel rooms you could almost reach out and touch Pike's Peak. What a spectacular view. The trip to the top was not on the tour schedule but many of the group in our free time made the pilgrimage to the 14,110 summit. Some were really sucking in what little air there was. Everyone took lost of photos, so watch the web site for all those in the near future.
Thanks to Chip, Roy and Bill, my fellow officers, for their efforts in the hospitality suite. Can not forget the ladies either who helped maintain, stock and clean up the room every night. We appreciate all the ladies do in our behalf. The room was just the right size so everyone could socialize, review cruise books and laugh about all the hair we use to have.
Dustin, our webmaster, is already working on the numerous request we asked be updates on the web site. Posting the new arrivals to the roster, adding the Ladies and Friends contact area, listing Lifetime Members, updating both our sick call list and departed shipmates... Read More » |
7/20/2009 9:26 PMShipmates,
The 2009 Goldsborough reunion deadline for hotel registration, July 27th, is only a few days away. We have this special rate of $99 a night, with free parking reserved for August 21st until the 29th. Sure hope that if you are hoping to attend that you do not miss this money saving rate. They normally get over $200 a night but with the economy and with the reduction in personal traveling , I think that really helped Nick negotiate this great rate.
Free parking does not sound like much but at some hotels it would be $20 a night and we have many driving to Colorado Springs. Registrations for locals and walk ins continues until the reunion. However, although we love surprises, so we can properly plan, please let one of the officers know if you are coming. Family and friends are always welcome at our reunions or associated events.
Remember too, you can attend a portion of the reunion if you do not have time for the entire week. Registration fees are pro-rated by the costs of the events based on the days you will attend.
Nick and Mary, our reunion coordinators, along with input from Chip and Sue have another great reunion planned and the updated agenda is on the Goldsborough web site.
In an effort to save some money, there are a few singles attending who have a room to themselves. If you would like to share hotel costs with a shipmate, please contact an officer as soon as possible. Saving half on a room makes attending possible for some.
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6/26/2009 8:14 AMDear Shipmates,
We are coming up to the hotel reservation deadline for the 2009 Goldsborough reunion in Colorado Springs.
The special discounted rate expires on July 27th and the hotel will not guarantee room rates or availability after that date. So if you have been waiting to make your reservations please do not wait too long as certain room types may not be available as we approach the deadline. If you prefer you can make your reservations on-line on the Goldsborough web-site or you can call the hotel directly: (1-719-955-5600). Be sure to mention the Goldsborough reunion to be quoted the correct rate.
If you prefer, we can send you a registration form and agenda. Please request them by calling 1-800-433-6061, ask for Pat.
Details about the reunion such as dates, times, tours and costs are available on the Goldsborough web site (ussgoldsborough.com). Registration forms are also available on the site. Your registration fees includes all the tours, related meals, access everyday to the well stocked hospitality suite and a customized shirt and hat for the men and a shirt and tote bag for the ladies.
Like the last nine reunions, number ten will be another great time and an opportunity to see old shipmates and make new friends. We all hope you will be able to make it to Colorado Springs.
In 2010 we will host our reunion in the Central Time zone and if you have any suggestions as to where you think a good location would be please forward... Read More » |
5/24/2009 10:20 AMGoldsborough Shipmates, I regret to announce the death of a very dear shipmate and friend, Jim Cole. He will be dearly missed by all. To Yvonne and Family, our hearts and thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Funeral Services will be 12:30 pm Tuesday, May 26th at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd. Burial will be in Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 pm Mon. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 N. Rand, Suite 225, Arlington, Va. 22203-1977 The address of the Funeral home is: 3421 Harrodsburg Rd. Lexington, Ky. 40513, Phone 859-223-3140, Fax 859 223 3195 Chip Chapin, Vice President
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4/1/2009 5:46 PMGoldsborough Shipmates,
I received a call today from Mr. David Schoenle, who is a retired Marine and currently works for the VA out of their Buffalo, NY office. He is working on a agent orange claim for a Goldsborugh shipmate and he needs some information about the ships movement after it was hit by shore batteries in December of 1972.
First let me explain the two types of agent orange contact that the VA is considering. One is PRESUMPTIVE EXPOSURE, which is what the vast majority of the deep water ships and crews would be claiming. DIRECT EXPOSURE applies if you were a brown water sailor, traveled up rivers or were on the ground in Vietnam at any time and on the ground means even a steel pier in DaNang harbor.
Mr. Schoenle is trying to determine that after the ship was hit, the initial repairs were done in the DaNang harbor prior to going to Japan for permanent repairs. If, and there is where the big if comes in to play, the ship did tie up in DaNang harbor the crew at that time may be eligible for the DIRECT EXPOSURE compensation which much easier to approve and means quicker compensation for the vet.
As such, Mr. Schoenle needs any documentation that the ship did in fact tie up in DaNang or go into the dry dock area. Ships logs, crew photos, a POD, anything that documents the ship being in DaNang harbor would be a tremendous benefit to our fellow shipmate.
This damaged was after my deployment so I need crewmembers from the 72 cruise to search... Read More » |