Joe Sarver

Joe Sarver replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia

"I was on the rock from '59 to '63 and was the editor of "The Foghorn." We used to put it out in the old print shop. An old civilian, Mike Finnessy was head of the print shop. Maybe some of you might remember him."

Joe Sarver left a comment on NAS Argentia

"Harry we must have missed each other by months. I served in Argentia from 59 - 62. I was the editor of the Foghorn (base newspaper)."

Joe Sarver commented on Tim Gulliford's blog post A little Humor

"In my earlier post I was talking about my berth on the destroyer USS Stormes. Later, aboard the FDR the chief's quarters was right beneath the arresting cables, so I know what you mean. I was lucky, however, I ran the tv and radio studio aboard, so…"

Joe Sarver commented on Tim Gulliford's blog post A little Humor

"I retired from the Navy over thirty years ago and to this day, I have to keep a white noise generator going in the bedroom to duplicate the night-time sounds of the ship's engines, blowers and generators. I just turn on the noise, close my eyes and…"

Joe Sarver commented on Frank R. Bartolotta's blog post Military Sea Transportation Service, Atlantic

"I know exactly what he means. Ship's company lived alright, but the troop compartments were something else, especially since it was summer and air conditioning wasn't what it is today. I was aboard in, I think, 1965 or 66."

Joe Sarver commented on Frank R. Bartolotta's blog post Military Sea Transportation Service, Atlantic

"Hi Frank: I was with the Military Sea Transportation Service, but I served at headquarters in Washington, D.C. This was from 1962 through 1967.

I remember the Darby was part of our transport division. I was with the Public Affairs Office.

Joe…"

Joe Sarver commented on Frank R. Bartolotta's blog post Military Sea Transportation Service, Atlantic

"Yes, I was with the headquarters public affairs office. I remember riding the General Blatchford when she returned to New York from the Congo. Met a lot of great guys."

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Frank R. Bartolotta January 4, 2010 at 6:11pm

Joe, I see you were stationed at three of my duty stations. I was with the Darby at MSTSLANT, the Med Research Lab at New London and Sta Hosp Argentia NFLD.
I was in NLON 1962. MSTS 1963&4. Argentia 1967to69. Our paths might not have crossed but I am sure we share a few of the same memories. Drop a line and we can share a few.
James Maddaloni January 13, 2008 at 8:11am

I just noticed your info. I'm 32 miles from New london and worked for electric boat when I got out in 62. The boats I worked on trition, 250. 671,616, 626,628,633 and 676. that is the best I can remember. some were for repair and most new. The are amazing animals to say the least. I was a fitter for High pressure air and nuke piping. The base has really changed , it has been rebuilt and they still talk about closing it. jim
James Maddaloni January 13, 2008 at 7:55am

Yes Joe we were there at the same time. Nov 61 thru Aug 62. I still have a few copies of the Foghorn . I kept them for the stories on the Seabee birthdays. I was friends with the seabee queens and their husbands.It was along time ago and it is possible we knew the same people. I'm trying to locate some of the seabees and it has been so long and to remember details is tough.I did locate one 3 years ago and we met for the first time in 42 years. I was best man at his wedding . he married a newfy girl . Yesterday I located another and it has been 47 years and found out he lives just 45 miles from me in connecticut.computers are a beautiful thing for information.The base closed in 94 and the BOQ was imploded. ther is another site about Argentia. Send me your e-mail and I'll get it to you. it is mostly about airdale but ihas ver interesting stories and pics. Take care Jim

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Douglas Karr January 7, 2008 at 11:51am

Welcome Aboard, Joe!

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Gender

Male

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada

Birthday:

August 8

Age:

84

Rank

Enlisted

Where were you or your family stationed?

U.S. Naval Submarine Base, New London, Conn. USS Stormes (DD 780) U.S. Naval Amphibious Base, Little Creek, Va. U.S. Naval Station, Argentia, Newfoundland Military Sea Transportation Service, Washington, D.C. USS Franklin D. Roosevelt U.S. Naval Station, Mayport, Florida US Navy Public Affairs Center, Norfolk, Va. Naval Aviation Depot, NAS Jacksonville, Fla

Veteran of Foreign War

None

Current Status with the US Navy

Retired

Start date of your service

August 8, 1956

End date of your service

September 1, 1976