USS GOLDSBOROUGH DDG-20 1963-1993

Shipmates,

Reunion number twelve is in the books and plans are underway for the 2012 reunion in Bremerton, Washington. Shipmate Larry Nelson will make sure we get all the details once final arrangements have been made. Hopefully around mid January 2012. This year fifty shipmates and guest enjoyed a week full of tours and surprises as to what Cincinnati has to offer. From as far North as the National Air Force Museum to as far West as the Hollywood Casino, some shipmates had a very unique time. Whether it was their first professional baseball game or their first visit to a horse racing track, there was more to do in six days than time allowed. We hosted fifty five guests at our Thursday banquet and during the auction, which featured a tremendous amount of donated gifts, our shipmates again proved that their love of the Goldsborough and their commitment to this great Association was near boundless, as we raised over $3400 for our scholarship and general operating funds. Those funds have allowed us provide educational assistance for Goldy descendants and as we did again this year, to donate to many worthwhile causes in support of veterans, past and present, and the organization who champion veteran causes.

There are over 1900 photos on the web site taken by attendees to this year’s reunion and I hope you will take the time to review them and see if you see a shipmate you have not seen in thirty or forty years. Many shipmates have expressed their intention of making it to Bremerton next year and I hope many more of our shipmates decide to make the trip as well. Hope to see you there!

Pat Taylor
2011 Reunion Coordinator

2011 U.S.S. GOLDSBOROUGH DDG-20 ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Purpose: The USSGA scholarship program provides financial support to individuals who served in Goldsborough and their direct descendents for their pursuit of educational training as a means of career and personal advancement.

Eligibility: Applicant must: have served in Goldsborough or have direct next-of-kin who served in Goldsborough have completed two semesters (or equivalent e.g. quarters/classes or sessions) of academic work in the last 18 months. Grades for these classes must be available to the Scholarship Committee by interview time or by arrangement with co-chairs. not have received more than two USSGA scholarships toward the same degree, and be a current member of the USS GOLDSBOROUGH ASSOCIATION (form for USSGA membership can be filed with the scholarship application).

Note: This award is offered in addition to any other educational support.

Selection Criteria: Qualified applicants are judged in five areas:

1. Education Goals
2. Education History
3. Transcripts
4. Statement of Objectives
5. Community Service

How to Apply: Download the application to apply. Contact a Co-Chair for questions: Chip Chapin (scchapin6607@msn.com) or Connie Taylor (Tayfam@woh.rr.com)

Deadline: April 15, 2011
(Transcript extension may be available by contacting co-chairs.) Donations: Contributions to the USSGA Scholarship Fund in any amount are welcome. Send your checks payable to U.S.S. GOLDSBOROUGH DDG-20 ASSOCIATION in care of Bill Biller.

Funded by USSGA and donations. U.S.S. Goldsborough DDG-20 Association is a resource for improving the quality of life by providing encouragement and support for education, information exchange, and community outreach. Membership is open to all individuals who served in Goldsborough.

Shipmates & Friends,

Today Goldsborough lost another dear friend with the passing of Christine Hilderbrand, wife of shipmate Bernie, an SK from the '71 cruise and regular attendees to our reunions. Christine was a vital part of the Association, always willing to help in anyway she could and was one of the dedicated members who helped make our scholarship program a possibility. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her as her smile, laugh and genuine personality were indeed infectious.

Aside from being a great wife and mother and one known for her community involvement and kindred sprit, which may have come from her true heritage as an American Indian. She was very proud of her heritage, and rightfully so, but also enjoyed the kidding at our annual banquet/auction about her heritage a well.

The link below will provide you with details on her services. Bernie has suggested that donations be made her Christine's name to the American Kidney Foundation and the USS Goldsborough Scholarship Fund. We hope many crewmembers will help pay tribute to her memory by supporting either one or both of these worthwhile causes.

God Bless and please remember Bernie and his son Mike in your thoughts and prayers.

Roy Hoffman, President

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