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https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=eternal%20patrol%20by%20ussvi
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.
Coyote
From the Groton USSVI base:
KING .. .. .. We recently learned from National on the passing of Master Chief Jerry King from Atequiza, Jalisco Mexico on 8 February 2024. His obituary is here https://erldc.org/obituary/jerry-alan-al-king-obituary/
Al King joined the Navy in 1955 from Southern Indiana. He was a High School Dropout after 10.5 years. Both his father and grandfather were Marines and his grandfather brought him to the Marine Recruiter on his 17th Birthday. Fortunately the recruiter was out that day and had gone fishing. 3 days later he was on his way to Boot Camp in Great Lakes.
He volunteered for Submarine Duty but was turned down because he didn’t have his High School Diploma. So he served for 5 years on a Destroyer making second class, becoming the leading TM and getting his GED diploma along the way. His first Submarine was USS ARGONAUT (SS 475) where he completed his Submarine Qualifications in 1962. He also served aboard USS HENRY CLAY (SSBN 625 ); Recruiting Duty; USS WILL ROGERS (SSBN 659) which included three months as the COB; and 1st LT on USS THOMAS A EDISON (SSBN 610); Polaris Test and Evaluation Program at Dam Neck VA then as COB USS SAM HOUSTON (SSBN 609); and COB of USS ATLANTA (SSN 712). Jerry A. King retired from the U.S. Navy as the SUBASE Pearl Harbor Weapons Department Leading Chief in 1987 as a TMCM(SS) with 32 years of service.
Mr. King joined USSVI in 2007 as a Regular member. He was inducted into the prestigious Holland Club in 2012.
DOBIE .. .. .. Steven D. Dobie, 60, of Hutchinson, passed away Feb. 21, at Lakeside Generations in Dassel. Memorial service was March 1, at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Clergy officiating was the Rev. Paul Wolf. Urn bearer was Justin Schmit. Special music: “To Where You Are” ~ Josh Groban, “When Tomorrow Starts Without Me” ~ Trey Pendley, “The Prayer” ~ Pentatonix, “When I Get There” ~ Pink. Military Honors by Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Steven Donald Dobie was born on July 17, 1963, in St. Peter. He was the son of Gerald and Marlyn “Jean” (Wolfe) Dobie. Steve was baptized and confirmed at St. Mary's Catholic Church in St. Peter. He received his education in St. Peter, and was a graduate of the St. Peter High School Class of 1981.
Steve entered active military service in the United States Navy on Feb. 2, 1982, in Minneapolis, and served his country during Peace Time. He served on the nuclear submarine USS Pintado. He received an Honorable Discharge on Dec. 15, 1983, at Navsta Pearl Harbor by PSD Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and achieved the rank of Seaman.
On Dec. 12, 2004, Steve was united in marriage to Jennifer Boland at their home in Hutchinson. They resided in Hutchinson. Steve and Jennifer shared 19 years of marriage.
Steve was employed by Scott County as a principal solutions analyst / infrastructure architecture since 2007. Prior to working at Scott County, Steve was employed at HTI for 15 years. Steve was a former member of the Knights of Columbus and volunteer coach and board member on Hutchinson Soccer Association.
Steve had a profound love of the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting trips to Colorado, Alaska, Canada, and northern Minnesota, with his very good friends. He loved passing this respect of the outdoors on to his kids. Each trip was a teaching and learning experience in which he reveled, sharing his knowledge. Every Thanksgiving you would find him at the local boat landings, checking the ice. The minute there was enough ice, you would find him getting his gear in order and heading out with whoever would go along, often for days at a time. This love of the outdoors extended to his home, as evidenced by the extensive landscaping he completed over the years providing an oasis overlooking the river. Steve also enjoyed sharing his time and tools helping friends and family with projects that required more than a hammer. Above all, his greatest joy was his family. Steve and Jennifer had a beautiful blended family of nine, welcoming new sons and daughters in-law and grandchildren along the way.
Steve passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Lakeside Generations in Dassel, at the age of 60 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Steve is survived by his wife, Jennifer Dobie of Hutchinson; children, Stephanie Dobie, Allison Ragan and her husband, Ryan of Glencoe, John Dobie of Hutchinson, Justin Schmit and his partner, Christine Basile, of Maryland, Daron Schmit and his wife, Courtney of Roseville, Mahri Loehrer and her husband, Conrad of Hutchinson, Tim Dobie of Hutchinson, Alexandra Dobie of Hutchinson, Laurel Dobie of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Astrid Schmit of Roseville, Jameson Basile-Schmit of Maryland; parents, Gerald and Jean Dobie of Cleveland; siblings, Jackie Hoehn of Kasota, Frank Dobie of Cleveland, Tami Murphy of Cleveland, Pat Dobie and his wife, Kim of Hutchinson; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Steve is preceded in death by his first wife, Roxanne Dobie; sons, Steven Dobie, Jr., Dylan Dobie.
Arrangements by Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Online obituaries and guest book available at www.hantge.com.
NORVELL .. .. .. Samuel Roy Norvell passed away on February 21, 2024, at the age of 85 at Valley Manor in Montrose, Colorado. He was born on December 20, 1938, in Delta, Colorado, where he spent his childhood and much of his life.
Sam was a hardworking and humorous man, known for his quick wit and dedication to his family. He had a strong work ethic and always made sure to provide for his loved ones, even hand delivering Valentine's to his great grandchildren this year. Sam had a soft spot for animals, especially dogs, and was a loving companion to his latest furry friend, Skeeter, who now resides with his daughter Sammie's pack.
In his military career, Sam served in the Navy, once sharing a story of holding an enemy submarine below radar with their Navy submarine on top of it. Sam later enlisted in the Army Reserves, demonstrating his commitment to serving his country. Also learning of his great grandson joining the US Marine Corp made him the proudest papa around, telling all that would listen.
Throughout his professional life, Sam managed the Holiday Inn in Kayenta, Arizona, where he had the privilege of meeting the cast and crew of "Back to the Future Part lll," including actors like Christopher Lloyd and Michael J. Fox. He also managed the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants in multiple locations throughout the neighboring states and Colorado. He also dedicated years of service to the City of Delta Parks Department before retiring.
Sam is survived by his sister, Sydney Wagner, his children Kathy Caples, Steve Gore, and Sammie Petrozzi, as was as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira & Eva Norvell, his wife Veta Norvell, his brothers Thomas (Dick) Norvell, David Norvell, Johnny Norvell, and his sister Martha Morrison.
A Graveside Service to honor Sam's life is planned for 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 8, 2024 at the Mesa View Cemetery off 1725 Road in Delta, Colorado. Taylor Funeral Service is assisting the family with the arrangements
Sam will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his sense of humor, and his unwavering commitment to hard work. He leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter that will be cherished by all who knew him.
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