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Master and Commander Posts: 1485 Location: NE Florida | Subject: Friday Obits https://www.facebook.com/ussvi.eternalpatrol/ https://ussvi.org/membership/eternal-patrol (USSVI members only) The above link goes to the USSVI (United States Submarine Veterans, Inc.) Facebook page where their members who have gone on “Eternal Patrol” are noted. I’ll keep my work here going, trying to get others who were not USSVI members. You’re encouraged to look there as well as here! Obviously, there’ll be some I miss and some I duplicate. DIXON .. .. .. John Bunyan Dixon III, 79 of Hampstead passed away at his home on June 24, 2026. John was born on July 25, 1946 to the late John and Elta Dixon. He was a US Navy veteran who served in the "Silent Service" aboard nuclear submarines. John was an active member of the Cockeysville Volunteer Fire Company and served the department for 61 years. He was certified as a CRT, Engine Driver, and firefighter. During his years at CVFC he held the positions of 1st EMS Lieutenant, 2nd EMS Lieutenant, Vice President, Board of Director, and has served as the treasurer since 1992. John was also responsible for the company's fund drive. In addition to volunteering at CVFC, John worked as a dispatcher rising to the position of shift supervisor at the Baltimore County 911 Center. John spent many happy hours collecting model trains, carefully building an impressive collection that reflected his passion for railroads and craftsmanship. He is survived by his dear sister, Linda C. Hogan; his loving niece, Karol L. Longo; his nephew, Mark D. Hogan; great-nephews, Jordan P. Longo and Joshua D. Longo; and his cousin, Amy Brucksch. OLSON .. .. .. John Robert Olson died peacefully on April 29, 2026 at his home at the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains surrounded by his family. John was born on January 30, 1932, in the old Sheridan Hospital, and grew up with the Wyoming mountains in his view and in his heart. The son of Norton and Francis Olson, John spent his early childhood on his grandparents' ranch on Meade Creek before the family moved to Story, where he attended the town's one-room schoolhouse. Later ,after moving to Sheridan, he graduated from Sheridan High School in1949. In high school, he served as the school photographer. Following graduation, John earned an appointment to the United States Naval Academy, where he graduated 13th out of the 925 midshipmen in his Class of 1953 and was commissioned as a Naval Officer. The Navy became one of the great loves of his life. He served aboard the USSO' Brien (DD725) during the Korean War, then attended submarine school before becoming Chief Engineer on the USS Gudgeon (SS567).During his time aboard, the Gudgeon conducted covert surveillance in Soviet territorial waters and became the first submarine to circumnavigate the globe. John later served as Missile Officer on the USS Patrick Henry (SSBN599), continuing the work he was proudest of-quietly serving his country beneath the sea. After leaving the Navy, John continued applying his technical skills and steady leadership during a long career with General Electric Under sea Systems. Despite living and working in many places, John's heart never left Sheridan. At the age of 82, he returned to his childhood hometown, drawn back by memories of Sheridan and the Bighorn Mountains. He spent his later years enjoying their familiar silhouette, the changing light on the peaks, and the companionship of his beloved dog, Tilly. John is survived by his former wife, Diane Young Olson of Ocean Grove, New Jersey; his brother, James (Sandy) Olsson of Dallas, Texas; his children Peter (Maureen) Olson of Sheridan, Wyoming; Kristen (Don)Olson of Byron, Wyoming; Andrew (Evey) Olson of Liverpool, New York; and Gretchen (Alan) Yallowitz of Little Falls, New York; as well as11 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather; a proud naval officer; a man who found peace in the mountains of home; and someone who always appreciated a good glass of whiskey. | ||
