Jack Williams (FFG 24) - Naval Cruise Book

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1986 volume:

A. , ' iMnr v-f,ia li r , t L ' ■ ■■IB- ' ■ USS JACK WILLIAMS MED-IO-WESTPAC CRUISE OCT 85 - MM 86 JACK WILLIAMS REFLECTS The USS JACK WILLIAMS (FFG-24) under the command of CDR Edward F. Mann Jr., returned to Mayport last month after a highly successful Th- month deployment to the Mediterranean Sea and Indian Ocean. The Cruise proved to be an exciting and challenging one for the crew of the JACK WILLIAMS, which spent almost 75 percent of the deployment underway, including 31 and 42-day perio ds at sea within the first 2 ' months. JACK WILLL MS set sail from Mayport on Oct. 2, 1985 a day later than scheduled due to Hurricane Gloria. During an extensive initial at-sea period, various shipboard drills and underway replenish- ments were conducted, as well as participation in Fleet Exercise Display Determination ' 85 after joining the Sixth Fleet. The first port call for the JACK WILLL MS was a 12-day stay in Haifa, Israel where 80 percent of the crew participated in a two day tour of the Holy Land. The biblical sights visited included Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, Capurnaum, the Jordan River and Jerusalem. The ship ' s whatever it takes motto was exemplified by two Helping Hands projects, in which volunteers sacrificed their liberty time in order to help those less fortunate than themselves. The first recipient was a 106-year-old Arab woman living in squalid, inhuman conditions. Not only was her residence totally reno- vated, but fresh linen, a new mattress, blankets and food were provided. The helping hand was next extended to the children ' s ward of Haifa ' s Rothschild Medical Center, in the form of painting 15 rooms. Many brine- encrusted sailor ' s hearts were softened by the grate- ful smiles of the children. Departing Haifa. JACK WILLIAMS continued east, joining up with the USS SARATOGA (CV-60) Battle Group for the transit through the Suez Canal enroute to the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. Sailing through the Straits of Bab-el-Mandeb, which marks the end of the Red Sea, operational control was shifted from Commander Sixth Fleet to Commander Seventh Fleet. This, the longest at-sea period for the crew, was most interesting. While conducting anti-submarine exercises in the North Arabian Sea, JACK WILLL lMS was called upon to aid an ailing officer on board a U.S. sub- marine. Arriving at the scene, the ship ' s boat was put in the water to pick up the sailor and bring him aboard the JACK WILLIAMS, after which he was flown to the Saratoga. It was later learned that the officer had an appendectomy and was doing well. The day before Thanksgiving, the battle group anchored off Masirah Island, east of Oman. The ships were treated to the 1985 Thanksgiving Celebrity USO Show, featuring Lorrie Mahaffey of television ' s Happy Days, Cynthia Rhodes of the motion picture Flashdance and Staying Alive, and Brian Mitchell of Trapper John, M.D. An invitation to the performers for a personalized tour of the JACK WILLIAMS was dispatched and accepted, and the group was shown the ship from stem to stern. The tour culminated in a cake-cutting ceremony and photo session. The anchorage off Masirah Island also allowed time for a few crew members to enjoy a Thanksgiving luncheon aboard the HMS JUPITER (F-60), which had joined the battle group for the day. That evening, the JACK WILLIAMS hoisted anchor and got underway once more. Midway through December, on Friday the 13th, one of the oldest traditions in the Navy— the Shellback initiation for crossing the Equator for the first time- was conducted on board. More than 70 percent of the crew was initiated into the realm of King Neptune, earning the coveted title of Shellback. Late in December, 42 days after leaving Haifa, JACK WILLIAMS dropped anchor off the beautiful tropical island of Phuket, Thailand, for a six-day Christmas port call. The crew discovered that the buildings of the Patong Beach Elementary School had never been painted, and quickly volunteered their liberty time to make things right. At the end of the day, the students were treated to a popular American pastime: a barbecue. Grilled hot dogs and hamburgers with all the trimmings were served and quickly devoured. After the meal, the children showed their apprecia- tion by entertaining the crew with renditions of traditional Thai songs played on instruments con- structed of bamboo. Another highlight of the visit was a soccer match between the crew and the top school team in Phuket. Symbolizing the friendship between the crew and Thailand, this event was played in the city stadium, and was attended by the governor and other Thai dignitaries. Leaving Phuket, the JACK WILLIAMS set sail for Subic Bay, Philippines. This two-day port visit was a first for the ship and most of the crew. After departing Subic Bay, she headed for the South China Sea to conduct a brief exercise with two vessels from the People ' s Republic of China. This was the first time U.S. Navy ships had operated with units from the People ' s Republic, and it was quite an honor for the Mayport-based Frigate. The JACK WILLL MS then returned to Subic Bay. ON 71 2-MONTH DEPLOYMENT Shortly aflt-r getting underway, JACK WILLIAMS was ordered to the Persian Gulf to augment the Middle Eastern Forces due to the Iranian boarding of a U.S. merchant ship. Assigned escort duties, the first vessel escorted was the President Taylor, the ship which had been boarded while pulling into port in the United Arab Emirates. Escort duties lasted through early February, when the JACK WILLIAMS once more sailed through the Suez Canal, this time back to the Mediterranean. In Mid-February, the JACK WILLIAMS visited Catania, Sicily, and from there to Gaeta, Italy. In Gaeta, the ship underwent a long-awaited Inter- mediate Maintenance Availability (IMAV) alongside the USS SHENANDOAH (AD-44). In the short time allotted, minor repairs were completed throughout the ship. While in Gaeta, CDR Mann assumed Command of the JACK W1LLL MS from CDR Da id J. Grieve, who departed for dut - with the Middle Eastern Forces. After a brief underway period, JACK WILLIAMS pulled into Genoa, Italy, where many crew members participated in tours to such places as Geneva, Switzerland; Nice, France; and Monte Carlo. Many of the men also volunteered their liberty time to provide assistance to the U.S. Consulated School in Genoa. Refurbishing a gymnasium floor, repairing wooden window shades, and painting three rooms were just a few of the jobs perfomied there. Two days were spent in this venture, and the smiles on the faces of the children said that the crew ' s efforts were most appreciated. Departing Genoa, JACK WILLIAMS joined up with the battle giTJup once again and commenced steaming for the second of three operations off the coast of Libya. The week spent there earned the battle group, including the JACK WILLLAMS, the Navy Unit Commendation. A brief respite from the long hours of battle readiness watches was provided in the form of a five day port call to the French Riviera. The ship arrived in Cavalaire, France, in time to help this quaint town kick-off their Nautical Days Festival, which included demonstrations of lifesaving techniques, a boat show and tours of the JACK WILLIAMS. The ship then sailed once again for the coast of Libya for another week of combat operations before sailing for her last Mediterranean port, Taormina. Sicily. With homeward bound preparations already well underway, the crew was able to unwind and look forward to the day. A two-day isit to Rota, Spain, followed during which the final outchop was con, -ted. Ten days later, the JACK WILLIAMS was pu ide at Mayport, welcomed home by the many frienu and loved ones who had endured the cruise from afar. T! . lughout the deployment, many ships and individu.ii mile- stones were achieved. The Combat Systems Department during training and operations, expended 5,689 individual rounds of ammunition, including 165 76mm gun projectiles fired from the main battery. Small arms training by the self defense team, boarding search and salvage crew and the general quarters teams expended 5,405 rounds, and 87 line-throwing gun cartridges were used to provide initial connection to replenishment ships. The ASW team conducted more than 70 hours of active time and 30 hours of passive time while operating with both U.S. and Australian aircraft during a single month. Combat Information Center personnel stood 2,197 hours of port and starboard watches per man 10,710 surface contacts and 15,655 air contacts were tracked with an estimated 5,000 tracks during the two major Libyan operations. The radiomen received more than 27,000 messages throughout the cruise, and provided numerous copies. Engineering was responsible for making more than 1,300,000 gallons of fresh water, issuing more than 11,391 gallons of jet propulsion fuel (JP5) during 42 helo refuelings, while the ship ' s engines consumed more than 2,232,510 gallons of diesel marine fuel. The Disbursing Office paid out 875,753 to officers and $689,211 to enlisted men. This amount represents what was paid during regular paydays, and does not include re-enlistment bonuses received. The Ship ' s Office sent out more than 700 official letters including 296 Letters of Appreciation or Commendation. There were 2, 150 copies of the ship ' s monthly familygram mailed, and 11,515, copies of the ship ' s plan of the day distributed. Of course, not all milestones were work-related. For example, there were 1,824 movies shown on the ship ' s SITE TV system, and during a two-hour fish call in November 120 dolphin fish were caught. JACK WILLIAMS returned to Mayport very proud of their accomplishments while attached to the SIXTH and SEVENTH Fleets. Each and every crew member brought home memories of the months past, and much gratitude to family and friends at home who provided the love and support which helped them through the deployment. 1 ' ' COMMANDING OFFICER COMMANDER DAVID J. GRIEVE UNITED STATES NAVY 15 DEC 83-5 MAR 86 Commander David J. Grieve graduated from the University of Idaho, NROTC Class of 1966, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education. His first tour after commissioning was on USS GARRETT COUNTY (LST-786), as Damage Control Assistant. He next served as the precommissioning Damage Control Assistant on USS BARRY {DD-933), followmg her ASW modernization in 1968. After attending the U.S. Naval Destroyer School, Commander Grieve served as Engineer Officer on USS TALBOT (FFG-4), and Commanding Officer, USS FEAR- LESS (MSO-442). His last sea tour, prior to assuming command of USS JACK WILLIAMS, was as Executive Officer in USS TATTNALL (DDG-19), from January 1978 to Decem- ber 1979. His assignments ashore have included a tour at the U.S. Naval Academy as a Company Officer and Performance Officer, and a tour in the Militan, ' Personnel Training Division in OPNAV as an Enlisted Community Manager. Commander Grieve is a graduate of the U.S. Naval War College, Command and Staff Course, and a graduate of the National War College, Class of 1982. Commander Grieve ' s awards include the Navy Commenda- tion Medal, the Navy Achievement Medal, a Presidential Unit Citation, and a Navv Unit Commendation. COMMANDING OFFICER COMMANDER EDWARD F.MANN JR. UNITED STATES NAVY A native of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Commander Edward F. iVIann Jr. attended the Pennsylvania State University on a Regular NROTC Scholarship majoring in Zoology. Graduating and commissioned as Ensign in 1968, his initial sea tour was on USS O ' BANNON (DD-450). Subsequent sea tours included USS TACOMA (PG-92), USS HORNE (DLG-30), USS LANG (DE- 1060), USS SAMUEL ELIOT MORISON (EFG-13) and a tour on the staff of Commander Destroyer Squadron NINE. His assignments ashore include the staff of Commander Naval Surface Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet and, as a student, the Naval Destroyer School, Newport, RI. ■ftkua EXECUTIVE OFFICER LIEUTENANT COMMANDER ROBERT A. DREWS UNITED STATES NAVY k )l THE WARDROOM THE CPO MESS JACK WILLIAMS THE SHIP Throughout history heroes and heroic deeds have com- bined to constitute a common denominator in our society. Since heroes spring from any military rank or social segment, they serve to equalize mankind. . .to prove that the human spirit and personal courage have no artificial boundaries. Jack Williams, a U.S. Navy pharmacist mate who served with the Marine Corps during World War II, carried forward this tradition. He participated in the battle for Iwo Jima with the P ifth Marine Division and died of multiple wounds which he recieved while attempting to give medical aid to his fellow marines. For his courage under enemy fire, he was posthumously awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his courageous determination, unwavering fortitude and valiant performance of duty. He also was cited for being an inspiring example of heroism in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. USS JACK WILLIAMS (FFG-l: ' ■ is the eighteenth ship of the OLIVER HAZARD PERRY cla. .f guided missile frigates. JACK WILLIAMS ' mission is to pro idi- indepth protection for military and merchant shipping, ampi bviis task forces, and underway replenishment groups. In today ' s volatile defense environment, the abiliiy to respond rapidly and effectively is the key to success. The hard fact is that our nation is dependent upon the seas for our very survival. USS JACK WILLIAMS ' systems are designed to meet these vital requirements. The propulsion system is a computer- controlled gas turbine power plan with engines similar to those found in the Air Force ' s C-5A Strategic Transport. The ship ' s propulsion system can be on-the-line and ready in less than ten minutes as opposed to four hours for conventional steam powered ships. The combat system is also a new and innovative design, integrating a computerized Command and Decision system with the ship ' s sensors and weapons. Two computers provide rapid evaluation of potential threats detected by the radars, sonar or other shipboard sensors. Should the need arise, surface-to-air missiles, a rapid fire gun, ASW torpedoes, and the embarked LAMPS helicopters can be employed quickly and effectively to counter potential threats that may come from any air, surface or subsurface platform. !S!V«i ,- ' . PPSF Si IP CONTROL 0£PAETMENT LT GREG ALLEN SHIP CONTROL OFFICER The Ship Control Department is responsible for navigation, communica- tions, and the exterior cleanliness and preservation of the ship. Quarter- master (QM), Signalman (SM), Radioman (RM) and Boatswain Mate (BM) ratings make-up Ship Control Department. The men of Ship Control include some of the oldest ratings in the Navy and carry on a tradition that began when men first started sailing the seas. Even though the Navy has changed considerably since its beginning, there is still a need for the basic seamanship skills that these sailors possess. Pride and hard work are always evident and are the hallmark of these professionals. l| 1. - .; ' ' f Hilt ' ' Vi SC 1 DIVISION QMC DANIEL K. BALLENGER Dr lSION OFFICER Signalman (SM) Quartermaster (QM) SC-1 Division consists of the Quartermasters and Signalmen. The Quartermasters are responsible for recording the events of the day in the deck log, safely navigating the ship, and keeping all charts and Navigation publications up to date. Along with the Signalmen, they man the bridge for sea and anchor detail, general quarters, replenishment details, and stand watches during normal underway steaming. Both the QM ' s and SM ' s are responsible for dressing the ship with flags and friendship lights during holidays and special evolutions. The Signalmen ' s specialty is communication. They send messages ship-to-ship via flashing light, flag hoists and sema- pore (hand) signaling. This is a most important function especially when the ship is steaming under radio silence. ■m _,. k SMI TOM MING A SM2 SCOTT BAXTER QM2 WARREN BLEAKNEY SM2 DAVE CRAIG QM2 GLENN LEIBENSPERGER QM2JAVAN0D0L SM3 TRE FOSTER SMS SCOTT GRIFFIN QM3 DOUG JOHNSON QM3 PAUL MITCHELL SMSN KEN HEREFORD , QMSN RICH KING 11 Sr 2 DIVISION Radioman (RM) LT KEVIN KENNY DIVISION OFFICER The Radiomen of SC-2 Division process incoming and outgoing radio message traffic for the command. They operate transmitters, receivers and crypto- graphic equipment for voice, CW (Morse Code) and teletype communications systems. They are also responsible for performing preventive and routine maintenance on communication antennas, teletypes and other equipment. ■ - ' 1 nFl J ' i k 1 J LP- i M RMC PHELAN NICHOLS RMl RICH ST JOHN RM2 KELVIN ROSBOROUGH RMS CHARLES WEST RM2 JOSE RODRIGUEZ RMS AUGUST EGER RMS DAVE IVIE RMS DWIGHT SCALES RMS DAVE DAVIS RMS RODNEY WILSON RMSN KEN FUGUNT RMSN DAVE VITTORI 13 -3 DIVISION Boatswain ' s Mate (BM) BMCS ROBERT W. CANNON DIVISION OFFICER Boatswain ' s Mates and Seaman assigned to Deck division are responsible for standing lookout watches, helm watches, Messenger of the Watch, and Boatswain ' s Mate of the Watch (BMOW). The BMOW is responsible for his watch section, the cleanliness of the bridge and for passing the ship ' s routine over the IMC. Along with the underway watches, SC-3 takes care of general housekeeping and preservation of the ship. They are responsible for recovering the Motor Whaleboat; launching and manning underway replenishment details such as re- fueling, personnel highline, light line; trans- ferring of stores at sea. In addition, they man the flight deck while landing helicopters during vertical replenishment and for person- nel transfer evolutions. ' - - •- — - _■- _ • ' ' ■ n -r L E C-Tl l - JMI hK « r .- 1 K T ' - W Id -fn f? W F BMl R()NI)A ! HM: WILLIKJACKSi. H.V12 BRUCE PARKER ' IJOEBARONE BM3STE : GAIGNARD BM3 CHUCK KEHL BM3 EDDIE MARSH BM3 REGGIE ROBINSON BM3JIM SPENCER SN WALLY BARBER SN WENDEL CORBIE SN GREGG TAVARES SN HAROLD HOBSON SNMARKJACH SN RICHARD JOHNSON SNJOHNMEHMEL SN CLYDE STANSBERRY SN HOWARD THOMPSON SN GRANT TUREMAN SN HENRY JOHNSON SN CHARLES LEROY SN LEON MOSELY SN STACY PRICE COMBAT SYSTEMS EPARTMENT LT BRUCE BURKETT COMBAT SYSTEMS OFFICER The Combat Systems department is made up of Interior Communications Electricians (IC), Data Systems Technicians (DS), Electronic Technicians (ET), Sonar Technicians (ST), Gunner ' s Mates (GM), Fire Control Tech- nicians (EC ). Torpedoman (TM), Operations Specialists (OS ), and Electronic Warfare Technicians (EW). Combat Systems is a crucial department because it maintains and operates the computer and armament used to fight the ship. Our well trained and highly skilled sailors man Combat Information Center (CIC), gun, missile, and ASW systems, and have demonstrated their skill and professionalism repeatedly. CS-1 DIVISION fe Operations Specialist (OS) Electronic Warfare Technician (EW) LT TOM SHANNON DIVISION OFFICER OCT 85-DEC 85 CS-1 division is made up of two work centers (CSOl and CS02). CSOl, manned by the Operation Specialists (OS ' s), is responsible for operating surface and air search radars, controlling aircraft, and gathering processing the information needed to effectively maneuver and fight the ship. CS02, manned by Electronic Warfare Specialists (EW ' s), is responsible for detecting and categorizing radar emissions from other ships and aircraft as well as determining the types of radar our ship will use. They are also responsible for the maintenance and repair of all emission detection systems. LTJG BILL WILLISTON DIVISION OFFICER DEC 85-MAY 86 H 18 i mta. r « V vi •V 1 . - 1 k ' N OSC JOE LAMBERT OSl BRUCE CADIEUX 0S2 JOHN HALL 0S2 BRAD CHARTERS 052 RIP PHILLIPS EW2 KEVIN DUBOSE EW2 BILL BURDETIT 053 BOB REDDEN 0S3 WILIAM ANTHONY OS;] TOM WIGGINS EW3 TOM GEDDINGS 0S3 BOB PITTMAN OSSN BRIAN MCCALL OSSN DAN FAWKS OSSN MIKE DORSEY EWSN DON GRAVEN OSSN JIM BRASWELL OSSN BOB KACHINSKI C5-2 DIVISION LT DENNIS WERNETTE DIVISION OFFICER e Sonar Technician (ST) Torpedoman ' s Mate (TM) Sonarmen of CS-2 division provide JACK WILLIAMS with underwater detection, communications, and at- tack capabilities that are integral to modern naval warfare. These highly trained men are responsible for both the operation and maintenance of the sonar, underwater weapons, and auxi- liary systems on board. They provide CIC with tactical data, range predic- tions and other vital information to aid in the solution of the anti-sub- marine warfare problem. t AJJ  ' W ' ' % Vl ' -it STGC DENNIS ROGERS STGl ARNO PANTALONE TMl KEN HANNA STG2 MIKE CLEVELAND STG2 MARK DIGUARDI STG2 RON GWYNN. STG3 ANDY GRUTTADAURL STG3 DARYL BARTSHE STG3 SCOTT WESSELS CS-3 DIVISION V ■ Gunner ' s Mate (GM) Fire Control Technician (FT) ENS MIKE GOOD DmSION OFFICER The Ordnance division is the heart of the Combat System Organization on board. It ' s three wori centers, CS04 — Fire Controlman, CS05— Gunnersmates (Guns), and CS06— Gunnersmates (missiles) work together to provide weapon control and weapon deliven,- in anti-surface and anti-air warfare environ- ments. By interfacingwith the other operators and technicians in the Combat Systems de- partment, CS-3 provides for long range defense of the ship. Divisional responsibilities include operation and maintenance of the MK92 fire control system. MK75 ' ' 76MM gun system, MK13 guided missile launching system and the Harpoon weapons system. - GMGC TOM HANNA l-CC BOB HESLIN PC 1 LARRY VARNER FCl LARRY WHITNEY GMMl TONY CUSTER GMG2 MARC EARNST GMM2 ALAN JOLLY FC2 MIKE BAME GMM2 DAVE WERME FC3 DON BAKER GMG3 DAN HOMICKI GMG2 DON KING FC2 TIM LEHMKUHL FC2JIMPRP:TTYMAN FC3 RENALDO RAMIREZ FC3 JEFF STEELE GMG3 BOBBY STOKES GMGSN SEAN KENNEDY GMGSN RON KOCH GMGSN TOM MENDEZ GMG2 STU BUTLER C5-4 DIVISION Electronics Technician (ET) Data Systems Technician (DS) CW02 MIKE CLENDENIN DIVISION OFFICER OCT 85-MAR 86 CS-4 division maintains and repairs ail naviga- tional and air search radars, communications systems, tactical data systems, gyro compasses, propulsion alarms and indicators, interior communication systems and the SITE TV sys- tem. They also maintain custody and calibra- tion of all ship ' s tests, measuring and diag- nostic equipment and all miscellaneous elec- tronic equipment assigned to the department. LTMARKFEURER DIVISION OFFICER MAR86-PRESENT DSl ROBBIE MAY ET2 SKIP DEICHMAN ET2 TONY BRADFIELD ET2 MARC ZGOLA DS3BENMURD0CK IC3 AL HAYWOOD ET3 FRANK CARROLL ET3 JOHNNY DEJESUS ICFNCLAYTAPARRA EinGINEERING DEE TMENT LT BOYD FREEBOROUGH CHIEF ENGINEER The Engineering department consists of Electrician ' s Mates (EM ' s), Hull Technicians (HT ' s), Enginemen (EN ' s) Gas Turbine Specialists (GSE ' s GSM ' s), and Machinery Repair- man (MR). Without this dedicated crew of specialists, JACK WILLIAMS could not operate. Responsible for running the switchboards and generators for electricity to power the lights, guns, and the endless list of electrical equipment of the ship; keeping the gas turbines in top shape and the auxiliaries running; performing repair work such as welding, fixing damage control equipment, replacing worn parts of the ship and acting as damage control specialists, the men of Engineering act, and react, with the dedication and devotion to duty common to JACK WILLL MS. 26 E-i DIVISION ENS AUGIE PONTURIERO DIVISION OFFICER El division consists of both Gas Turbine System Mechanics (GSM ' s) and Engine- men (EN ' s). These hard-working techni- cians provide the muscle to keep the JACK WILLIAMS moving through the water in fighting shape. The GSM ' s maintain the two 20,000 horsepower gas turbine en- gines that propel the ship through the water at speeds in excess of thirty knots. The EN ' s pride and joy are the four ship service diesel generators which provide electricity for the entire ship. In addition, the generators service the vital distilling plant, air conditioning plant, air compr es- sors and refrigeration systems without which we couldn ' t operate. Engineman (EN) Gas Turbine System Technician (GS) ENC RON HIINTKK GSMC LEO CASTILLIO (iSMl TOM CROSBY ENl I !M BEAVERS EN 1 JOSE LOPEZ EN2 KEVIN CECH GSM2 ALVIE MEADOWS GSM2 RICK HARRINGTON EN2 BOB SHUFELT EN3 BRIAN BRAMBLE EN3 JEFF ACER EN3 GLENN WESCOTT GSM3 MARK HATHAWAY EN3 TOM MAHAL GSM3 JEFF MOORE EN3 SHELLY BARNES GSMFN DAVE FREEMAN ENFNJOE ORZOLEK GSMFN EDDIE PREBBLE FN TONY HUTCHINSON FN DAN BRUCE ENFN MIKE OGLESBY ENFA RANDY COBE E-2 DIVISION LTJG DAVE KELLEY DIVISION OFFICER E-2 division is comprised of the Hull Tech- nicians (HT ' s), Electrician Mates (EM ' s) and Gas Turbine Electricians (GSE ' s). The HT ' s are responsible for the maintenance of all damage control equipment, the maintenance and repair of the ship ' s plumbing system and any repair project that requires welding, ship- fitting or pipefitting. The EM ' s and GSE ' s together are responsible for all shipboard electrical equipment including the ship ' s light- ing distribution systems, all motors and con- trollers, and all electrically operated valves. The EM ' s alone specialize in the upkeep and repair of the ship ' s service diesel generators and static frequency converters, while the GSE ' s specialize in troubleshooting and re- pairing the propulsion, auxiliary, and electrical plant control consoles. Hull Maintenance Technician (HT) (Op Machinery Repairman (MR) Electrician ' s Mate (EM) Gas Turbine System Technician (GS) II If f M R ? m . f Ik. GSEC STEVE JACKSON EMI JHAN JOHNSON HTl RANDY HOWELL HT2 JIM PRICE GSE2R -.RAZEMORE EM2 SCOTT POUNCEY HT2 DAVE WILLIAMSON GSE2 DOUG lERIEN GSE2 DAN DUNMAN HT3 RICH MECKES HT3 TONY McMlNTOSH GSE3 BILL ZINK EMS RICK FOWLER GSE3 DOUG SUMNER EM3 DONNIE HAYNES GSE3DAVEC0T0N HTFN SAM PROCTOR MRFN AL MERRITT HTFN JIMMY KIZER HTFA ROD WRIGHT FN GEORGE GREEN 31 SUPPORT DEPARTMENT LTJOHN MOONEY DIVISION OFFICER The Support Department is comprised of diverse ratings. Yeoman, Personnelman, Dis- bursing and Postal Clerks. Hospital Corps- man, Master-at-arms, Ship ' s Serviceman, Storekeepers and Mess Specialists all belong to Support. Each rating pjerforms its own unique function, but all are interrelated in their ultimate goal — to furnish the best pos- sible, personal support to the entire crew. A ship underway is a self contained environ- ment which must support itself for extended periods of time. The Support Department ' s services provide a high level of morale and hygiene for the crew. From cutting hair to baking bread from typing to locating spare parts the duties performed by these dedicated individuals affect the entire ship. S-1 DIVISION SKC MARIO DIONELA DIVISION OFFICER The Storekeepers (SK ' s) of S-1 division pro- cure, receive, stow and issue all repair parts for our equipment and systems. They are also responsible for the management of the ship ' s operating budget and for inventor ' control of all our spare parts. Storekeeper (SK) f s f SKI JOHN HENSLEY SK2 ADOLFO GORI SK3 TIM ADAMS SK3 RAMIRO GARCIA SKSNJOEGALLUCCI S-2 DIVISION Mess Management Specialist (MS) MSC ARIEL BRILLANTE DIVISION OFFICER The Mess Management Specialists (MS ' s) and Mess Attendants of S-2 division pre- pare and serve all meals aboard ship. They order, receive, stow and issue all provi- sions. Keeping all food service spaces clean and sanitary is another vital responsibility. f ?  e MSI ROGELIO VALLO MS2MIKEMcMULLEN MS3 MIKE DININNO MS3 CEASER HATCHER MS2 MAX FULLER MS.- T ou MILLER MS3 STEVE COZ.AD MSSN STEVE SCHWARTZ S-3 DIVISION X Ship ' s Service- man (SH) ENS MARK SCHEDLER DIVISION OFFICER S-3 division ' s Ship Serviceman (SH ' s) operate the ship ' s store, laundry, vending machines and barber shop. They order, receive, stow and issue ship ' s store stock. Ship ' s store profits are used for the ship ' s Welfare and Recreation fund. Additionally, they take special orders from the crew for foreign mer- chandise, emblematic goods and flow er gifts when the ship is away from home. SHI RICHARD PALMER SH2 BOB NATALIE SH3 PETE BANDER SH3 J AMES ROBERTSON SH3 KELVIN JACKSON SH3 BILLY ALFORD S-4 DIVISION The S-4 division is made up of several ratings. The Disbursing Cleri (DK) maintains the crew ' s pay records and, with the Disbursing Officer, pays the crew and ship ' s bills. Yeoman (YN ' s) and Personnelman (PN ' s) handle individual service records maintenance and various types of command correspondence and files. The job ' s not complete until the paperwork is done. The Hospital Corpsman (HM) is the ship ' s medical representative providing routine and medical care. The Master-at-Arms (MA) is responsible for ship- wide order and discipline. The 3-M Coordinator coordinates shipboard main- tenance operation, as well as our Shipwide Ad- ministrative Computer system. Master-at-Arms (MA) Disbursing Clerk (DK) Personnel, an (PN) y Yeoman (YN) Postal Clerk (PC) YNl DAN MERRILL MAI ED BOONE DK2 RALSTON VHITTINGHAM PN3 BUSTER JONES YN3 STEVE RAHOLA PC3 JAMIE HUGHES YNSNEARLZOLL YNSN ANDRE LYNCH THE VOYAGE ■ , e left our loved ones behind to battle the elements across th Atlantic and begin our Th month journey. Once underway, we quickly found ways to enjoy ourselves. The patented Arkie fantail cookout was eagerly looked forward to, and no matter where we were there was always time to get together and take a few pictures to remember the cruise. Wonder it the aft lookout has reported those contacts to theOOD? FIRST PORT After a long journey across the Atlantic and through the Med, we finally arrived in Haifa, Israel for a much deserved port visit. Once there, we realized the fun and excitement waiting to be had. However hard we tried, we still looked like tourists in a foreign land, but that didn ' t stop us from participating in some of the local customs and taking in the sights ARKIE HELPS OUT As ioon as the brow was put over in Haifa, the visitors arrived. They made us feel v ry welcome to their country, and while in Haifa many crewmembers volunteered their liberty time to help with some local projects. Israeli schools, however, were not the only thmg that required painting. SUEZ TRANSIT After the fun and excitement of Israel, it was time once again to get back to work. And on our way to the Indian Ocean, we made an interesting transit through the Suez Canal. Once in the Indian Ocean, we quickly settled into an underway routine of watchstanding and equipment upkeep. We did find time, though, to see the Thanksgiving USO show on the Saratoga and to help an ailing sailor on a submarine. T !S HOLY LAND Prom Haifa, Israel many of us had the fortunate adventure of a 2 day tour through the Holy Land. Some of the many sights included the Wailing Wall, the new city of Jerusalem, a journey along the seven stations of the cross, and mar.y , many churches. Some of it was a bit more commercialized than we would have liked, but for the most part, the tours were very interesting and informative. Wi ' nfKr PHUKET, THAILAND Our December port visit couldn ' t have been more appropriate — everyone dreams of a whi te Christ- mas, even if the white isn ' t snow! The beaches were warm and relaxing, the night life was plentiful and inexpensive, and the seafood was incredible. Overall, the Thai people were very friendly and willing to show us around to take in the sights. Many of us left here vowing we would return someday to enjoy it with our families. N fy PinLIPPINES The ride in the South China Sea wasn ' t su great, but the PI what more needs to be said? CROSSING THE LINE . GENOA, ITALY Located in Noi thern Italy in what is known as the cradle of the Renaissance, Genoa is a city rich in culture and heritage. Many JACK WILLIAMS sailors took advantage of the tours offered here to get out and experience some of the local sights 1 V Mm «(?? ' K ffS -W liSts € .«f i M HH CRISTOFORO COLOMBO WR-r SWITZERLAND ( )nc of the tours ofit-red from (iencja was a trip to their northern neighbor. After a long bus ride, we found it was well worth the trip. From the slopes and beauty of the Swiss Alps to the castles along the way, there was plenty to see and do in this winterland paradise. CHANGE OF COMMAND CDR Edward F. Mann Jr. assumes command of USS JACK WILLIAMS from CDR. David J. Grieve in Gaeta, Italy. The formalities, conducted on the fantail, were followed by the traditional Arkie cake cutting ceremony. • ; u ' , i t ' 1 ' w ;• ' ■ i R ' m A, ■ % -f s - - rffo CAVALAIRE FRANCE L- i A welcome few days of rest and relaxation were rudeh ' interrupted by some bad weather. What time we did spend off the ship was thoroughly enjoyed, especially during the nautical festival. u Ml CHRISTMAS ' 85 H Even underway, Christmas was a ver ' important holiday. Although we would have much rather sp)ent time with our families, we made do with what we had. A visit from the Chief of Chaplains, a few songs from the Officers ' choir, a good old fashioned Christmas tree and we were good to go. FISH CALL And you thought this sort of thing only happened on Mutual of Omaha ' s Wild Kingdom! So did we. . .until one afternoon in the Indian Ocean. After Doc checked them out, these fish made for some outstanding meals. We carefully marked the fishing hole on the Navigation Chart in hopes of someday returning to enjoy similar success. . W ' - - Mta i 51 DC OLYMPICS So this is what deployed sailors do for fun! They run around with their government purchased toys and spray water at each other. Actually, what is happening here is a competi- tion between inport duty section fire parties, testing their ability to react quickly to various shipboard emer- gencies, such as flooding and fire. Ok, we had fun while we did it, too. FANTAIL COOKOUT Since we didn ' t have a backyard, we used the next best thing— a flight deck. The famous fantail cookout was a weekly ritual (Sundays only) which was sponsored by various groups. We even let the officers cook once! The Chiefs were so excited by it they even sponsored their own spaghetti night— good stuff, too. WHATEVER IT TAKES ►.♦.♦.♦.♦.♦.♦♦♦.♦ ♦ TAKING TIME OUT FOR SOME REST AND REL.iXATION HOMECOMING ■ mammm WALSWORTHYY CRUISE BOOK OFFICE PUBLISHING III 1203 West Liltle Creek Road COMPANY AAJL Notlolk. Virginia 23505 M«rc lit «, Mo USA.