Can you help!!
My son’s grandfather passed away on 10/10/16. His name is Vern Gilmore Kippen, Service number 1899508 and served from Military Service – January 29, 1960 – November 7, 1963.
We know he served on the Princeton during his service, but no details with the exception he was hurt badly falling from scaffolding in dry dock. Can you give any more details?
He will be buried at the Great Lakes National Cemetery next Monday November 21, 2016.
We would sure appreciate any details you can provide. Thanks and thank you for your service to our country.
Very truly,Keith.
Anyone remember serving with my father?
bobblack@cox.net 0
Arthur William Black Jr. Everyone called him Junior. He was a boiler tender. Served 52-56 and spent some time on the Essex as well. I have attached some photos. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who knew him or knows anyone in any of the photos. My dad passed in 2010. My email is bobblack@cox.net Thanks to all for your service to our great country.
Bob