Originally from Colorado, my grandfather, Norman E. Johnson, was serving on the Maryland during Pearl Harbor. Now residing in Pacifica, California with his wife Irma, he is, and has been, an incredible role model for myself and brother. If anyone has any stories or moments to share about my grandfather, I would appreciate an email as I would like to know him through your eyes. Thank you to all of the veterans. I love you Poppa!
Best, Marlene Kuhn

My uncle, Ernie Esposito is looking for a few of his shipmates. He was aboard the Maryland 12/7/41. If anyone knows Jerry Robertson, John Radick or George Silbernagle please contact me. He would love to hear from them or any of his old shipmates. This has been a great site. I will read some of the postings and ask him if he rembers any names. Some he knows and some sound familiar to him, but there were a lot of men on the ship and it was a very long time ago

My grandfather, Charles Pinnell was aboard ship on Pearl Harbor Day and is surviving well with his wonderful wife, my grandmother Mary, on Walnut Street in Kincaid, Illinois, 62540. Grandpa's one heck of a pool player still, always keeps us in veggies from his garden, makes his rounds every Friday for groceries (not missing one store in town!), strong in his faith, and a smile that'll warm anyone's heart. Obviously, he is well-loved. What Grandpa isn't is a computer guru, so I'm writing this for him and asking that anyone who remembers him, drop him a line (he just had a birthday in July) Grandpa is a great story-teller and has fond memories of his days with his shipmates, so please write! Thank you! ---Trene Pinnell Anderson,

WW II original soldier photos after Battle of ATTU in Aleutian Islands against the Japanese up for aution on EBay. Ships, soldiers, artillery, etc.

cut and past address from here:
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or go to EBay and Search for WW II Battle of Attu.

My Father, John David Praeger, USMC (known as "Dave") was
stationed on the USS Maryland from 1936-1937. During
that time they performed maintenance ops between San
Pedro, San Francisco, went to the Midway isls and Honolulu
on a training mission, and finally to Bremerton for dry
dock. I am very interested in anyone who might have
known him.
He was about 23-24 at that time. Unfortunately he died in
1961 when I was only 10 and I am eager to know more
about him. Feel free to email me with any information. In
his log/journal he says the ship was there when they
opened the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge.

I'm trying to get some information on a cousin who was a veteran of Pearl Harbor. His name was Bill Meldrum and he was from Texas. I believe that he served on the U.S.S. Maryland but I'm not sure. Unfortunately, he passed away several years ago and we failed to record information about his service during the war. Any information on Bill would be appreciated by his family.

Ed Kirtley
Guymon Oklahoma

This is my second post. My Grandfather is Giles Evans, he served aboard the Maryland from 1940-1943. On my first post, I did not know his division or duty, but after talking to him, I am pleased to say he was in 2nd Division and his duties were Upper Powder( in the big 16's) If anyone out there knows him, I would love to print up something from his shipmates that he might remember. I have mentioned to him about the reunion in Seattle, but I don't know if he wants to make the trip or not. I think he would love to hear from someone who he remembers. Thanks again to all the vets. You may think that you were ordinary men in extraordinary circumstances, but you ARE HEROES!!:) Thanks again, Travis

Forgot to leave my email address.
Searching for info on Clyde Edward O'Malley

Looking for any info on my father, whom if my memory serves me correctly, was on the USS Maryland, but I could be mistaken. He was born 1924, and I remember him saying he lied about his age to join. He has since died, and would be 80 yo. now. His birth name was Clyde Edward O'Malley, aka Eddie, Ed. My grandmother (his Mom) died a few years ago, we had lost touch, and I am just curious to know more about his life then.

I left a message yesterday about my dad Joe B. Carroll He was also on Tulagi in the Solomon Islands in 1942 and helped Chief Warrant Officer Arthur L. Parker bring back a horse named Gallant Bess that MGM made a movie after in the 40,s.The Parkers became family friends after that.If anyone remembers that or the movie I would like to hear from you.
Mikel Anne Hicks
Mhicks18aol.com

My Dad was a Gunners Third Mate on the Maryland From 1939- to I think 1945 his name was Jo Bill Carroll "Joe".He was born in Colo. He was #46 on the Maryland's football team. If any one remembers him please get in touch with me. He passed away in 1985.

1865 Auburn Folsom Rd.
Auburn, Ca.916-663-3451

Looking for anyone who might have known "Pete" Perry (Jesse Marion Perry) who served aboard the Maryland for 10 years prior to Pearl Harbor as a Machinist. We have some great pics of the "Mary" and those aboard her. Contact Jim Reed

I am doing a biography on my father, Myles Bernard Timmins, aka Tim or Red Timmins. He was the ship's engineer on the Maryland during the 20's and 30's. He retired as a lieutenant commander in the mid-40's. He was a Navy football quarterback and won medals for boxing and crew. He passed away in 1958 and is buried at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in Pt. Loma. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren know little about him, so if anyone can help with information, it would be most appreciated.
Mary Ann Timmins Westgard
5025 S. Eastern Avenue #16-204
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Thank you.

Hello fron Boston!
My father Dick "Cut" Coutoumas served on the USS Maryland from 11-26-44 to 9-7-45. He talked of
kamikaze attacks. He was from Cambridge MA, brown
hair, brown eyes, SM3c V6. HE passed away in 1981 and the family just reveived his military history.
Does anyone remember Dick?

The Coutoumas Family

My father, Richard L. Savard was aboard MARYLAND on Dec. 7, 1941. I beleive he was in the black gang at the time. He has passed on but some of us in the family are trying to recreate his history and whereabouts during the war. We know he was in the Pacific for the duration and by '43 was manning the boats taking Marines onshore at Tarawa..My name is rick savard my home phone 503-492-4783,address 719 se greenway dr, gresham, or., 97080

My grandfather server on the BB-46 USS Maryland his name was Herbert Robertson. I'm looking for any information about him or anybody who knew of him.

Greg Robertson

my father howard hooper was aboard the maryland 1-11-42 to 12-44. his service records indicate that he participated with credit, occupation of the Gilbert Islands by U.S. Forces november 1943. and operations for the capture and occupation of the Marshall Islands, January and February 1944. if anyone who served on the maryland knew him please contact me. his last grade was EM3c.

My father, O.L. Mauldin, was on the Maryland in the early 40's. He was from Soso, Mississippi. I believe he was a gunner. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him. You can email or call me at 985-447-3053.

My father, O.L. Mauldin, was on the Maryland in the early 40's. He is now deceased. I would love to here from someone who served with him.

Hello, my name is Mark Hertel and I’m writing on behave of my father HORACE HERTEL who passed away in 1990 and served as a corpsman on the Maryland. I don’t know the exact years, but I do know it was after Pearl Harbor and during the kamikaze attack as well as a torpedo attack. I grew up with stories of Leyte Gulf and Tarawa as well. He was always very, very proud of his service on the Maryland and spoke of his fellow shipmates very fondly. He did attend one reunion aboard the Queen Mary. I would love nothing more than to hear from anyone who may have known him and share stories with them. I can be contacted at Thanks.

I'm trying to get information on Elige Dunson who served on the USS Maryland between 1940-44 can anyone help me, he was my stepfather but was called home to heaven in 1979. any info as to rank and shipmates would be appreciated.

Anyone out there remember Alvin Benes. He was aboard the Mary before, during, and after Dec. 7th, 1941. I never got a chance to meet him, but heard he was proud to serve, especially on the Mary at Pearl. My wife's eyes light up everytime she see's a picture of that larger than life, Battleship. There is a saying to those that have gone through something like war and it goes like this. "FOR THOSE WHO HAVE FOUGHT FOR LIFE, LIFE HAS A FLAVOR THE PROTECTED WILL NEVER KNOW". God bless all our Veterans of all wars for the continued freedoms we all enjoy today.

I am looking for any information on my father, Willis C. McClelland (dick) who served on the USS Maryland in 1940-1941. I Think he was a gunners mate at the time. I am also asking if anyone knows if the USS Maryland was ever in the Panama Canal Zone during this time period. I am doing a genealogy and am trying to fill in some missing information. Thank you.

My grandfather served on the USS Maryland during 1944. I am not certain of the exact time frame he was on board. His name was Cliford Andersen.
Unfortunately, he just passed away on October 1st. I am trying to locate anyone who may have served with him. I am also looking for photos from that time etc. I want to make a scrapbook of his time and give it to my grandmother on their anniversary.I am also just wanting to hear about his time as I do not know where he served, what action he saw, and this information I want to be able to pass down to my sons.

If you ahve any information, please email me at or

Thank you so very much!

I am looking for my grandfather, EMANUEL CHARLES TESAR who was a chief petty officer on the USS Maryland before and during the attack on Pearl Harbor. My mother and I never met him and we would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone that may have known him. We do not know if he went by Charles or Emanuel. He survived the attack in Pearl Harbor and remained for many years in the navy...although that has been hard to verify. He was from Baltimore in the 1920's and eventually lived in Escondido, California. HELP! I am trying to piece together somr information..no matter how small... for my mom. Thank you
Carole Biskar
600 NE 20th Avenue
Canby, OREGON 97013

Hello USS Maryland! Does anybody remember my father-in-law, Francis "Frank" Burch? What a great guy!!!! He was my "baseball buddy". He passed away in 1990. Would love to hear from any shipmates.

Teresa Burch

I'm looking for a man that served on the Maryland in 1934, give or take a year, His name is Roy Alexander Howell. He was and Electritions mate.
If anyone can give me any information at all on Mr. Howell I would be very thankful.

Robert Taylor

I have an album of pictures and correspondance which probably belonged to SF2/C Floyd Pollock. This is from 1923 through V-J Day. It includes the 1925 Pacific tour. Lots of personal snaps of crew members on deck and off, as well as pictures of the ship itself. If there are any family members or close friends who would like to have this album, please let me know at

My name is Art Knowlton (sometimes called Stubby).
As an apprentice seaman I boarded the USS Maryland on 1-11-42while she was in the Bremertyon Navy yard drydock getting Pearl Harbor bomb damage repaired. I started out in the 6A Division under Bosun Lenin. Later I became a QM striker in the QM Division and made 3rd class shortly before the battle of Tarawa. On returning to the States I was transfered to Miami for PT boat training.
If there any old shipmates out there that are still alive I'd sure like to hear from you.

I have a friend who serve four years on the Maryland during World War II. He was a gunnery mate and is very proud of his four year service on the Maryland.If any shipmates that served with him,would send me a e-mail and I will deliever the message to (LEROY HOUSTON).Leroy is now in the hospital with some breathing problems and hopes to be home soon. Gordon L. Larson

Attention Shipmates...CWO Virgil E. Wright, serving aboard the USS Maryland at Pearl Harbor before and after Pearl Harbor, has passed of cancer. Virgil also served aboard the USS Henrico during the Korean War. He was 84. If you have any information about my uncle I would be grateful to hear the story. Thank you.

Hi,
I am trying to find out if anyone knew my great uncle, Don Galford. I am not sure what his rank was or his years of service. He did serve during Pearl Harbor but was killed a few days later during a boating accident. He had a buddy that searched and found his body at sea. My mom was close to Don and would like to know if anyone has any informantion about him and to thank his buddy who found him. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks a lot. E. Hinkle

Looking for anyone who remembers a Midshipman by the name of Russell O. Merrill USNA-1940 who was on the MARYLAND on December 7th.

Hello my name is Charlie Smith, My Uncle also served on the Maryland 6/41 - 9/43. His name was William Watson Johnson, I think most folks called him "WW," he was from Greenwood, MS, and was a welder. I am just trying to find any info on someone who might know him from those days. He was killed on another ship in an accident a few days after VJ.

I never had a chance to know him but for some reason I have always been drawn to his memory. If you may know of anything that may help, I would appreciate it very much.

Thank you,
Charles E. Smith

My Uncle, Ernie Esposito was the USS Maryland on Dec. 7 1941. He would like to hear from any of his shipmates. He now lives in Palm City, FL. Reply to my e-mail address and I'll pass your response on to him.

Seeking anyone who could perhaps give me some direction in locating information about Raymond Ferrell Boies who served on the Maryland during the 1920's. His relative is in possession of a menu from Thanksgiving day 1926, Captain T.T. Craven. We are attempting to gain his service record but can't seem to jar it loose from the navy. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks to all who served our great country.

My name is Trisha Palumbo. I am looking for a survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack. I am the coordinator of an event on December 7, 2002 honoring veterans and police and firemen. at 12:00 in AA COunty, Maryland; and would very much like to have a Pearl Harbor survivor present. Please send an email or phone me at (410) 902-0290 ext 210. Thank you!

Hello,
This is a re-post of a message I left awhile back for my father, Stanley Gruber. He is looking for a dear shipmate by the name of Tony Buttoni, (not sure if that's spelled correctly) Tony was from New York, anyways, if anyone knows Tony, or if Tony, you see this, please respond to this message. Or, if a relative of Tonys sees this, My father would like to talk to you if possible. He say's he dosen't care how far away you live, he'd love to see and talk to you.

Thank you, Dennis Gruber

My father, Robert Herman Dinkel, served on the USS Maryland as an orderly during the mid-1930's. He talked fondly of these times. A color photo of the Maryland firing her guns always hung on our wall. We have some other items we would like to donate. Where would be the best place? I would be very appreciative of hearing from anyone who may remember my father.

HELLO , MY NANE IS RONNIE GIBLIN. MY FATHER ( Dr.HILLARD JAMES GIBLIN ) SERVED ON THE MARYLAND FROM 1940 - 1945. MY FATHER WAS A CHIEF PETTY OFFICER / GUNNER'S MATE 1st CLASS. IM SORRY TO INFORM YOU OF HIS DEATH FROM HEART COMPLICATIONS ON SEPTEMBER 20th 2002. IF THERE'S ANY ONE WHO HAS A SHIP CREW ROSTER WITH HIS NAME ON IT , I WOULD GREATLY APPRICIATE A COPY. YOU CAN LEAVE A MESSAGE ON MY OFFICE VOICE MAIL IF NEEDED.
( 409-727-9684 )

THANKS !

Looking for my old pal, USSMarylandVet from the Pearl Harbor Message board. C.R. Beal, are you out there? I have some more Gun Pointer questions.

:-) Kelle aka Bennington

Hello. My father, David A. Marks, USNA '40, was aboard Maryland at Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941. He became a carrier pilot in '43 and was on Franklin in her day of trial. If you have any memories of him please contact Chris Marks via Nancy.Figler @ Pfizer.com. Thanks

My father Noble Land was in Turret 3 when it was hit by the Kamikaze. If anyone remembers this please email me at

Hey Maryland Guys,
I am looking for family of Sailor Kevin W Smith who served aboard The Maryland just before the war. I have his personal Log album and would like to return to his family some of the photos left in the album.
Steve Pavlosky

HI. I am seeking information on my grandfather who served on the USS Maryland. If anyone can assist me I would greatly appreciate it. His name was John Jesse Hardee. My email address is

I am looking for anyone who knew my Mothers only brother. Clyde Tennyson White. She is 86yo and would love to write or talk to anyone who knew him. Acording to documentation we have, C.T. White was manning the 20mm in turret 3 when the kamikaze took it out at Okinawa. We have seen the picture posted on this site. I will open any E-Mail with subject: C.T.WHITE. Mothers name is Iris Marie {White} Lathrop.
Thanx Billie

Hi all Maryland shipmates. I am the son of S/Sgt. Jack R. Cooper USMC. He was stationed on the Maryland during the attack on Pearl on Dec. 7th. I would like to hear from anyone that knew my dad. I would also like to hear from anyone that knew a friend of dad's by the name of Sammy Wyatt. Dad use to talk about him.
Dad died in 1997.

May God Bless all the Maryland survivors. Thank you for a job well done!!!

Dick Cooper

Hi Bill,
My name is Steve Pavlosky and I am doing research on the Maryland. I have fornd some great sites with USN public domain photos that you can download and print, but the only 1941 pics I have so far found are all from Pearl, Dec 7 and soon after.
Here are the sites

http://www.history.navy.mil/index.html

http://www.greatwhitefleet.org/maryland/03/index.html

http://www.usni.org/hrp/hrp.html

http://www.warships1.com/

Where was Marys Ms 21 paint applied??? (the dark gray and light grat above the stacks) If it was bremmerton we may be able to find something through the Bremmerton shipyard.
I have researched her pretty well and noted and followed her modernizations for 1921 thru 1945. 1939 was the last time I think she was overhauled on the west coast and I believe she had her new torpedo bulge added and I believe the center bow anchor was landed then. The 1.1 machine guns I believe were added in August of 1941. Any help or storys you like to share I'd be greatful for. I am creating an exhibit for the Dundalk Historical society on the east side of Baltimore and am looking for vets stories and recollections.
Steve Pavlosky
PS Bill please check your email address, I tried to mail you but it came back invalid

Hello to All Pearl Habor Shipments: I would very much like to purchase a Large picture(Pearl Harbor) version. Since it was modified after I was transferred from the Mighty Mary I would prefer that version as she was during Pearl. Feel free to contact me at any time.

Hello U.S.S. Maryland Interested Persons:

My deceased father-in-law, Floyd William Evans, served on the U.S.S. Maryland. He died when my husband was 16 years old (1967)in a house fire and my husband would love to have any information possible about him. If anyone knew him or knew of him, please contact me.

Hello, does anyone remember Sergio D. Ramos? He is my Great Uncle who raised me and I miss his talks of the war. He died in 1979. He was filipino if that helps. I think he was a Cheif Petty Officer 3rd. Class. I have pictures he took and the USS Maryland list of names. I remember him speeking of a kamakazi hitting the ship. Thanks

HELLO MY NAME IS MARISOL AND I AM A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WHO IS DOING A SCHOOL REPORT ON THE PEARL HARBOR SURVIVORS I NEED TO INTERVIEW TWO VETERANS THAT WERE IN THE WAR PLEASE HELP ME I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA. I WILL BE REALLY THANKFUL WITH ANY INFORMATION.


THANK YOU,
MARISOL ( IN NEED OF INFORMATION)

Hello Again Former Shipmate: I am again reaching out to see if some of my known shipmates are in a position to contact me. Some of my well known shipmates are:The Spangler Brothers, Stanley Gruber, Charles Trollinger, John Taylor, Bernard Murphy, Joe Simpson, Logan Sweeny, Boatsmate 1c William Pratt, Boatswain Mate 1C Lenin, A pal (Whelan). Please be informed that some of the names may be mispelled.Also there are numerous other shipmates in both the 6a & 6b divisions whose names I have forgotten, however I their faces are still with me. I worked with Zoller, Gruber, and the Spangler Brothers as well as Trollinger very closely. During my tenure of duty on the Mighty Mary I was known to most of my shipmates as (Ali Reynolds) primarily because of being from Alabama and of course having a truly Southern Drawl. Would love to hear from anyone in the 6A/6B division during the period 1940-1942. Reach me @ . Or write me at 101 East Partridge Path, Elmore, Alabama, 36025-1067

HELLO. MY NAME IS KEVIN MORGAN. I AM LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH OR KNEW MY GRANDFATHER, CHARLES FEE (OF ST. JO, MO). HE SERVED ON THE MARYLAND "BETWEEN THE WARS" AS HE USED TO SAY. UNFORTUNATELY, HE DIED IN 1991, BEFORE I COULD START MUCH OF THE SEARCH. IF ANYONE OUT THER COULD SHED SOME INFORMATION, I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT AS WOULD HIS 8 YR. OLD GREATGRANDSON (ALSO NAMED CHARLES).

OUR MAILING ADDRESS IS:
2807 31st ST PL SE, Puyallup, WA 98374

THANK FOR YOUR SERVICE & GOD BLESS YOU!!

my father H.L. Jack Harding was a Gm on board the Mary on Dec. 7 41. turret 3. retired frm navy 58. Lives in Eureka,Ks. not in very good health.John Harding CT3 USN 65 to 69

Would be interested in finding a site which lists those men who were aboard the USS Maryland. My father, Clyde Edward O'Malley was one of those men, rather boy. My father passed away several years ago, but I remember him talking about being on the USS Maryland, and having lied about his age to enter the Navy. He was born July 24, 1924, but I am not sure what year he entered the Navy and was on the USS Maryland. I believe he was born in Levinworth, Kansas and raised in Massachussettes, or maybe the other way around. If anyone can direct me to this site, or knew my father, I would appreciate a response. Sheila O'Malley (daughter)

Hello All,

Just visited with my father, Stanley Gruber and he asked me to post a note looking for an old shipmate by the name of Tony Bottoni, (not sure if the spelling is correct). Tony was a Store Keeper 1st class from New York, and they were good friends. So,,,Tony if you're out there please get in contact with me. My father would like to see or talk to you.

Thank You

Re: Flag

There is a good possibility that I have an American flag that flew on the USS Maryland during World War 2. Is there any way that this can be verified?
Thanks

My father, James E. Meloy, served as a Gunners Mate on the USS Maryland from 40 - 46. Jim was from southwest Wisconsin. I would enjoy hearing from anyone who knew him. Jim passed away in '92.

May God Bless You and your families.

I'm very proud of his and your service.

I am very interested in finding anyone who knew my grandfather, his name was Charles Dean Crabb. My father mentioned he sometimes went by Chuck, but he mostly preferred Dean. He mentioned the names Eugine Story (IL)and Hubert Winkler (MO)I belive he may have been a gunner. Although he never talked about the war much, I know he was on the ship during one or both of the kamakazi attacks. He was orignially from Utah. My grandfather passed away 15 years ago. If you could please tell me anything you know, no matter how trivial I would really appreciate it.

Benito " Benny " Mejia

I am writing in regards to my Grandfather Benny. He sailed after Pearl Harbor was bombed and I do beleive he was a gunner . He was a very proud to serve in the United States Navy and, I am very proud to be the grandson of a wonderful man. I am looking for anybody that might have served with him. I am hoping to hear some story's and or if possible locate some early photos of him. If there is anyone that can help please contact me. In closing I am very proud of all of the man that risked there lives to preserve the freedom to which I Hold so dear.

Tony Mejia
10608 Banana Ave #44
Fontana, CA 91762

I met a man on a airplane after i went to Hawaii that served on the USS Maryland. I was hoping that someone might know him or have information on him. His name was Richard Jeffrey. Thankyou in advance

My name is Susan Williams Maness. My daddy was Benjamin R. Williams of Pinson, Tennessee. He and his brother Gerald served on the Maryland until of course they had to be separated. Daddy was a welder. Does anyone have any memories of him or Uncle Gerald? Daddy died almost instantly of a heart attack on February 18, 1994. Uncle Gerald died in the early 1980s of a heart attack. I would appreciate any information you would share with me. With love through Christ. Susan

My father served on the Maryland during the attack at Pearl. He was a radioman and was in the tower when the attack began. I have responded to two people who have left messages. Both were radiomen. Though my dad died 20 years ago, his stories are still vivid. I have many pictures. If there is anyone out there who knew John Lee Alford from Defuniac Springs, Florida please respond.
Thanks,
Donita Tannenbaum

Hello

I'm the grandson of Charles Nolin who passed a few years ago and was interested in making contact with any of his shipmates to learn more about my grandfather. Feel free to e-mail me if you knew Chuck.

Thank you

Michael Putnam
Albany, Oregon

Ahoy. My name is Joe McManus, I am a retired Senior Chief, and the son of Paul McManus, who was aboard the Maryland at Pearl Harbor as (I think) a seaman first class. He went on to become an FT1, and then was commissioned. Six years after Pearl, he was "bombed" again, as I was born on Dec. 7th, of 1947. Dad (and mom --Margaret Murphy McManus, a WWII Communications Specialist X in the Waves whom he met and married in Washington DC) passed away back in 1985. Several of his shipmates were able to be there for his funeral.

Anyhow, I wanted to find out if any of his shipmates are going to be coming out to Fredericksburg for the 60th Anniversary Observance. I hope to drive up for that (I live a little southeast of San Antonio) and would love to say Howdy.

Joe McManus
PO Box 98
Smiley, TX 78159
(830)587-6525

A friend of mine, Mr. William S.(Bill)Chick served aboard the USS Maryland from 1941 through 1945. He was wounded when the Kamakazi Plan stuck in 1944. Bill curently resides in Kansas City, MO., and is in less than favorable health. Should anyone at all remember Mr.Chick, please contact me via email. Thank you and God Bless America

I am James Coats from Texas. I was on the USS Maryland from 34-38. I was a coxwain in the 1st Division and F Division. I pulled in the race boats with Buckendorf. I would like to hear from anyone that remembers Richard King, Joe Minick, or Olie Hansen or was on board during those years.
You can e-mail me at or call at 254-442-2626.

Hi Shipmates! I haven't seen too many I recognize but you probably won't recognize me either!! I was in the 6th div. under Chief Martin and 3rd Div. under Gunners mate Elmer J. Scarriot. I served abord the USS Maryland during Pearl Harbor and transferred just before Leyte Gulf. I was a gunners mate 1st class and 2nd class when I didn't get back to ship on time! Would love to hear from anyone who knows me or I might know or if you were in my division. Thanks, James 'Jim' Thwaits, Hillsboro, New Mexico

Greetings to all. My name is Twila (Hagerman)Roberts. I am in hopes that maybe some of you might have known my father William Roy Hagerman Jr. He served aboard the USS Maryland during WWII. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him. I thank you for your time. Twila

Hello to all who served aboard the Maryland.
My father, Stanley Gruber was there on Dec. 7th He was in 6-B Division and a GM 1st class stationed on gun 3 that morning.
If any of you know him or have any recollections of him while you served together, I'd love to hear about it.
He is as feisty as ever and he and my mother are planning on attending the 60th anniversary in Hawaii this December. I am extremely proud of him and all you fine men who served aboard the Maryland.
Thank you for any info. you can provide.

Dennis Gruber

Thank

I'm trying to find out if my grandfather, Clyde Duncan Greathouse was on the USS Maryland during the attack of Pearl Harbor. Believe he was a gunner??? I know he served in WW II. Any info would be greatly appreciated. - Jeff

Hello out there
I am lookig for info on my grandfather
Harold O. Wright. He was on the Maryland at
Pearl Harbor. He never told anybody in the
family about his adventures while on the
Maryland. After reading the other messages
that seems to be common. I was told he was
a gunner on the ship, and he was at Pearl.
Harold died in 1982 on Fathers Day. I was
to young to ask or absorb any knowledge his
incounters. I do have all his medals and his
Navy scrap book. My mom got all his medals
after he died, he didn't want them. He gave
my family so many good morals to live by
and to stay strong with that I want to honor
his service in the war.
I don't have a computer yet so call 605-393-9929
if you have any info.
Thank you!
Donny

Hello, My name is Marianne and my father was a PHS. I would like to contact anyone who may have known him during the war. My brothers and I have been trying to locate any replicas or any memoriblia that we can. I don't have too much information on his rank or anything other than he was on the Maryland during the attack. His name was Carl Miller and he was from the Buffalo, New York area. I am greatful to all of you for your serving our country and protecting all we value.You all get far too little recognition for what you have done. May God bless each and every one of you today and always. Please contact me if you have any information on Carl Miller..Thank you..

May 30, 2001

To whom it may concern,

A friend of mine has asked me to help her find out which ship her uncle Kenneth Hiatt served on. She is sure he served on a battleship in Pearl Harbor during the attack. If anyone may have known him please let me know. If anyone might know where I can find complete crew lists for any of the battleships could you direct me to them. If anyone knows of any other way I might be able to find him I would appreciate the help

Please contact me at


Thank you,

Dave

Hello from Alabama:
My name is Glenn W. Reynolds and I served aboard the Maryland from 1940-1942. Originally in division 6, with BM Pratt and after modifications of ship was in division 6a with BM Lenin. I was a gunner on the 1.1 machine guns(Conning Tower Starboard) would like to hear from any and all of my shipmates during the attack of Pearl Harbor. Contact me at: or write me at: Glenn W. Reynolds, 101East Partridge Path in Elmore, Alabama, 36025-1067(I was known as "Ali Reynolds)

Since the movie "Pearl Harbor" has hit the screens, it seems everyone has turned their attention to that faithful day in Dec 1941. I'm am no different and I would like to know if anyone knew my brother that served aboard the Maryland during the attack. His name was Philip Lambert and he was a career sailor. Thanks for any information that may be forthcoming.
Dean Lambert

HI. TO ALL MARY VETS.
MY NAME IS TONY ROGERS AND I AM WRITTING THIS FOR MY WIFE SUSAN. HER FATHER WAS EDDIE POUPART AND SERVED ON THE MARY BEFORE, DURNING AND AFTER THE ATTACK ON PEARL.
HE DIED JUST THREE YEARS AGO IN DANA POINT CA. OF HEART PROBLEMS. SUSAN WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY ONE WHO MIGHT REMEMBER HIM. HE WORKED IN THE BOILER ROOM AND WAS IN THERE WHEN IT WAS HIT. DECEMBER 7TH,.
HE DID NOT TALK ABOUT IT TOO MUCH AND SUSAN WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT HIM.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
TONY ROGERS

Sirs: Mr. Sam Jack McGlasson, Jr. requests any info on Sam Jack McGlasson, an officer on the Maryland.

Any and all info from anyone who knew of my father would be greatly appreciated, as he did to serve.

I am trying to locate anyone who served with my father, Harold H. Odell gunners mate 1st class, 20mm. He was on BB46 from 42-46.

thanks

I am trying to verify if my cousin James Eugene Callahan served on the Maryland as my memory leads me to believe.

Charles N. McMillan

ANY SHIPMATES OF EDGAR DEES NEWTON (EDDIE)PLEASE CONTACT HIS SON AT

ERNEST BERNARD JOHNSTON - Machinist - Served on the USS MARYLAND shortly after launch about 1921.
Ernest was born 1889 in Nebraska. If someone has early information I would be grateful.

My name is Jon Burdett. I have been building a postal history collection of ship cancellations for several years. I now have all but three of the ships at Pearl Harbor on 12/7/41. Each entry has a canceled envelope, and a photo of the ship.
What I wish to add, is a signature from a Pearl Harbor Survivor. If you were there, on 12/7/41, and wouldn't mind signing a small piece with rank, please contact me. I wish to honor those who served with a display at major stamp shows.
Thanks for all you did that day.
Jon

I am trying to obtain information about Otto McGuire (Mack) Wells who served aboard the Maryland. Home town was Joplin, Missouri.

My name is Paul Hagerman my father William Roy Hagerman Jr. served aboard the USS Maryland during WWII. He passed away in 1981. I would like to hear from anyone who knew him. His rank was yoeman 2 class and according to him one of his good friends on ship is in the memorial section Leroy A. Johnson. My middle name is Leroy I dont know if there is a connection but thats my story.
thanks in advance.

My uncle, Clyde Tennyson White, BM2, served aboard USS Maryland and was killed during a kamikaze attack on the ship near the end of the war. I was too young to know him and would love to talk with someone who knew him and of his service aboard USS Maryland. Please contact me at

Thank you very much
Larry Skinner

My uncle Sam Buchanan from North Carolina was onboard the Maryland during the attack on Pearl Harbor.I would like to find out any thing i could about him.

My dad is a Pearl Harbor Survivor on the U.S.S. Maryland (William H. Whiles) and loves to talk about his experience. They are memories that he will never forget. He is 79 years old now and we are thankful his memory is so vivid. We are once again going to visit the Pearl Harbor Memorial in April. I am sure he would love to write to anyone who would listen and he does have e-mail. Thanks. Phyllis Laukala

I was wondering if someone could help me...
My great Grandfather was a career Navy Office.
Although I am short on info I was hoping someone would recognize his name. I am also hoping if you served with him you could tell me about him.
I don't know his rank and if you recognize the name but aren't sure b/c he wasn't an officer pls email me anyway. I AM DESPERATE to know everything I can find out about him......
WILLIAM H.HAYS <<My Great G'PA
Thank you in advance
Also I would like to say after trying to find him I have a new appreciation for the Military and all of our Vet's GO BLESS YOU ALL and your families Thank you
Tricia

Hi-my name is James Teeters son of Homer J. Teeters. My father served aboard the USS MARYLAND and I would like to see if anyone who reads this was a friend. I would like to get in touch with you. If you knew him please contact me at 517-629-6782(wife's business line)thanks.

I am very interested in finding anyone who knew my grandfather, his name was Charles Dean Crabb. He mentioned the names Eugine Story (IL)and Hubert Winkler (MO)I belive he may have been a gunner. Although he never talked about the war much, I know he was on the ship during one or both of the kamakazi attacks. He was orignially from Utah. My grandfather passed away 14 years ago. If you could please tell me anything you know, no matter how trivial I would really appreciate it.

God Bless BB-46 vets. My dad served aboard the Maryland from around mid 1942 until I believe the end of the war. He did not talk about it much so I know very little and would like to know if anyone out there knew him. His name was James Woodrow (Woody) Herrell. I believe he worked in the boiler room but am not sure. Any info would be greatly appreciated.email me at Thank you

ok gang.......here it goes!...i'm looking for any info. about my grand father ...he served aboard fighting mary from 1923 to 1927....his name was willie avery stevens....he was also invovled with louisiana politics with earl k. long. any info. at all would be greatly appreciated...thanks for your time....oh to all the brave men who severed on her to fight for my freedom....thanks a million...darryl

Hi - I happened upon this website tonight and it sure stirs up the emotions. I do not have my dad's dates with me, but he served on the USS Maryland from 1942-end of the war, then transferred to the USS Quick. His name was Donald K. Mayer and I believe his rank was Fireman 3class (as a kid I thought he put out fires on the ship!) He was an 18 yr old farm boy from Illinois at the time. I would sure appreciate hearing from anyone who might have known him. He died a year ago and we miss him so. Thanks,

I served in the "H" Division from July 1943 through June 1945. Would Like to hear from anyone from the "H" Division.

Ed "Shanks" Jaeger PhM1c

My father served on the Maryland in WWII. I would like to hear from anyone who new him. His name is Michael P. O'Brian. I was told he was a range finder as well as a quartermaster. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Bobbie Lynn O'Brian

My Father was Reyburn Ferry. He was on the Maryland during the attack on Pearl Harbor. I would like to hear from anyone that new him then.

My father served on the Maryland during WWII.His name is Harold M Lehman.I would like to hear from anyone who might remember my father.

My father served on the Maryland from 1939 tell 1945. He was an engineer, his rank was ensign during Pearl Harbor. He eventually rose to the rank of Chief engineer, i would appreciate any information from anyone who served with him.

My father Herbert Pierson (Jake) served on the USS Maryland during WWII. If there is anyone who remembers him please email me at I would love to hear from anyone who knew him. Thanks alot. Pam (Pierson) Bladow

All my best, Maryland vets. My name is Mike Bruce; I am trying to locate anyone who knew my father, RM3 Willard Bruce, who served on the Maryland from 1944 to 1946. We are having a family get-together in May and I would like to pass any messages from dad's former shipmates on to him. Please contact me via email: .

I am looking for Terry Seigal of San Diego, CA. who was a friend of my father Robert E. Wilson.

My father Robert E. Wilson was a radioman on the Maryland during the attack at Pearl Harbor. I am looking for anyone who might have known him then.

Hello out there on the Web. My uncle was on the Maryland during Pearl Harbor. His name was Arthur
Vincent Cottrill, I would appreciate any information or recollections about my uncle. i understand that he was a radio operator. After the war my uncle lived in Seattle, so I did not see him very often. My mother, his sister lives in Houston. When uncle V came into town, he did not want to talk about Pearl. Thanks for your time.

Hello everyone,

I am a grandson of a veteran of WWII. My Grandfather served on the U.S.S. Maryland as a gunner during the time of the invasion at Pearl Harbor and the campaigns thereafter. I am both proud and honored to say that my Grandfather served his country in this manner.

Almost a year and a half ago, my Grandfather had heart surgery. Due to complications including a few strokes during the surgery he is now living in a nursing home in my home town.

Over the past year and a half I have had a few conversations with him about his days in the service and the more I speak with him the more proud I have become of him.

Recently, it has become harder and harder to talk to him about anything. Because of his condition he occasionally is not mentally able to talk to me or to recognize his surroundings.

The reason for my writing this message is to hopefully find past survivors of the U.S.S Maryland to let them know of my Grandfather's condition and, if you knew him, tell me a little bit about him and how you knew each other.

My Grandfather's name is Ned DiMartino and he has many people around him that love him very much. Please, if you have anything to share with me or would like me to relay a message contact me at


My name is Tony DiMartino and I look forward to hearing from you soon...

My new stepfather served on the USS Maryland during World War II and will be visiting me in Melbourne, Florida next week, January 11-26. His name is Glenn Stark - and I was hoping that I might locate someone in the Central Florida area that he might talk to/reminisce with - either someone who also served on the Maryland - or someone of that "era".

Please send me email - or phone me at: 800-250-9925 x2415 if you would like to talk.
Thanks