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"The VA-85 Reunion that is scheduled for October 6 - 10, 2021 has been canceled due to ongoing health concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic."
"Unfortunately I didn't go Kim. Initially I was a bit hesitant because of the weather patterns that were developing , but since nobody else was interested either, I decided to bag it and try another time. I'll try to make some calls for room rates…"
"Thanks Jamie. It doesn't look like I'll be there due to the project list at home but perhaps someone else will."
"Got to tell everyone who may have missed it,,, the airshow this year was great. Weather was warm and clear and the show was an event to see. For anyone who can make the trip,might look at the weather when the event is sched for next year and make…"
"Hey Al, did you get to make your trip down to Va. Beach ? Just wondering if you were able to find anything out on rooms etc ."
"Hey Al,
Good point. However, I only have one spouse ( I realize you meant more than one attendee, It is too easy to be a smart alec). The penalty for bigamy is two wives.
Later,
Mac"
Good point. However, I only have one spouse ( I realize you meant more than one attendee, It is too easy to be a smart alec). The penalty for bigamy is two wives.
Later,
Mac"
"Hey Doug,
Thanks for your recommendation. However, I do not endorse, nor agree with, MoveOn.org . In fact, I generally ignore most of the propaganda because most of the statements are either taken out of context or are completely false .
I do try…"
Thanks for your recommendation. However, I do not endorse, nor agree with, MoveOn.org . In fact, I generally ignore most of the propaganda because most of the statements are either taken out of context or are completely false .
I do try…"
"Hello Al, I am going to attend the air show this Sat sept 18th at oceana, wondering if anyone else is planning on being there,thanks Jamie"
"I'm thinking this year for the unofficial get-together. I know it's short notice.
If you would like your spouses to accompany you, by all means, bring them. I, myself will most likely go it alone. As much as I would like my wife to come, she would…"
If you would like your spouses to accompany you, by all means, bring them. I, myself will most likely go it alone. As much as I would like my wife to come, she would…"
"Thanks Kim. Trying to get this put together will be quite a challenge so anyone with a talent would be welcome to help. Hopefully travel plans won't fizzle out, but we'll talk soon."
"Staige,
Robert joined NavyVets but didn't join VA-85. I sent him a note. Hopefully, he'll join us soon and the reunion will get organized before long."
Robert joined NavyVets but didn't join VA-85. I sent him a note. Hopefully, he'll join us soon and the reunion will get organized before long."
"Tim, I'm with you on this, my Grandaddy always talked as they were human, and always with the up most respect for them. He always told me that it was like sitting in God's hands, she was his vessel to our safety at sea. And if she can't be shown the…"
"What a debacle, but your point is on the mark. I guess it's an insane process. Why is that it cost millions to keep something that we see as value, but in most cases will be unloaded for a fraction of that cost. And what's worse, after the item is…"
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Location
Columbus
Birthday:
April 27
Age:
Rank
Petty Officer Third Class
Enlisted Rating
Aviation Machinist's Mate
Where were you or your family stationed?
I began my adventure in company 127 at RTC Orlando. Went to A school in Millington (NATTC Memphis) to learn/earn rate of ADJ. Onward to VA42 Framp (NAS Oceana) to get acquanted with A-6E's and KA6D's and then ultimately to VA-85. I experienced the Line division for awhile and eventually transferred to the PowerPlants shop. Although mainly based at NAS Oceana, our squadron deployed aboard USS Forrestal (CV-59) as required. I consider myself fortunate to have participated in flight operations and exercises conducted in Puerto Rico and Cuba. I've also had the opportunity to serve aboard USS FORRESTAL during numerous deployments from 1976 through 1979. Obviously, the Tall Ships (OPNAVSAIL '76) and the '78 Med Cruise were most memorable; Harry Chapin, the Haiti Experience, Palma, Naples, Marseille, Torremolinos, Valencia, Capri, and a few cold ones with our former XO, "Zap" (Admiral, USN Retired) to name a few. But one experience I'll never forget, was that cat shot to Sigenella field for attack exercises against the FID. Awesome! So dust off that cruise book or photo album and travel down memory lane every now and then. It's all good.
Veteran of Foreign War
None, The Cold War
Current Status with the US Navy
Honorably Discharged
Start date of your service
October 20, 1975
End date of your service
October 19, 1979
Comments
Thanks Al, I was in VA-85 from April 84 to August 87,deployed on the Kennedy and Saratoga.Looking for more details about the reunion, Va Beach would work out great.I look forward to hearing details.
I couldn't get back in! I had to make another. Probably kicked me out after not being in there for a while.
Use to be close to Melvin Gregory (AO shop). Have not heard from anyone else. Add me to the 2014 reunion list.
Thanks Al, I would be interested in the Reunion or at least getting all the info I can on it. How do I go about getting on the roster?
Thanks Al. I was in the AQ shaop from March 1987-June 1991.
Thanks Al, I really hated to see the Tomcat retired!
Ok thanks for the info.
Al, I had to create another account becasue I could not remember my pass word and plus I changed my email address. So when I log onto NavyVets with my new email address I had to log on as a new user. So I had to do my profile all over again.
Al, I appreciate the invite to the site & the reunion. I'm really interested in knowing if any of the guys I served with are VA-85 members...apparently, none of the on-line members are as I don't recognize any of the names. Thought there might be a chance to re-connect, but realize now that was a real long shot. Mike ( sorry for taking so long to reply, I don't use social media & do not navigate the site very well )
Hi Al:
I would like to be placed on the roster and to receive one. I was in the VA-85 AQ shop for 1972-1975, making two Med cruises and a crossing. I didn't know this site existed until I reconnected with an old buddy, Mark Thanghe but I am enjoying it and would definitely try to make any reunion that is put together. Thanks - Steve
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