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"I was diagnosed with mesothelioma last Feb."
"Yeah, I remember cleaning stacks and boilers, and also removing and replacing all the asbestos insulation during yard periods. Now I have it all in my lungs. USS Lester (DE1022) & USS Semmes (DDG18)"
"I remember you Larry, and Don. You probably remember Eddie Bartlett. He was a GM and lives near me. I married his sister in law after the Navy."
"I served on the USS Lester from Feb. 1969 until about Nov. 1970. Anyone remember the time in Gitmo when we were surrounded by Cuban gunboats?"
"I was stationed aboard the Uss Lester and the USS Semmes in the boiler room. I suffer from asbestos related lung disease and hearing loss. I was proud of my service. I wish they were still proud of me."
"Not only did the wall flex, but the burner knocked me on my butt."
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Location
Lawrenceville, GA
Birthday:
January 19
Rank
Petty Officer Second Class
Enlisted Rating
Fireman
Where were you or your family stationed?
USS Lester, DE1022, Newport, RI USS Semmes, DDG 18, Charleston, SC
Veteran of Foreign War
None
Current Status with the US Navy
Honorably Discharged
Start date of your service
November 22, 1968
End date of your service
November 21, 1972
Comments
Hey Freddie, I was wondering if you ask Eddie to join our group?
Welcome aboard shipmate, May you have Fair Winds and Following Seas! Everyone is proud of you - those that served before you - during your time and those that served after you! Thank you for your service!