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March 2012 Vol.16, Issue 2 Website: www.ussturner.org

Turner Times

Wow! What a time in Buffalo!

It was a small group (low in atten-

dance) however it was exciting and

lots of fun. We always enjoy visiting

with “ole shipmates” and their

spouses. The tours … our tour guide

could of course been a little more

educated on the area and answering

our questions. But all in all we had

lots of fun.

Our side trips were a hoot! There we

were, headed to Canada, Dan and

Nancy Herman with Bernie and Bar-

bara Sciarpelletti in one car and Joe

and Sara Jacobs with Tim and

Lorraine Fesig following behind.

We visited several sites on the Cana-

dian side of Niagara. Taking in a

casino…..with no luck I might add…

the botanical gardens…which were

“beautiful”, viewed the falls from the

Canadian side and of course several

souvenir shops. This is where I am

told “we don’t need more junk”, that

is a man thing you know. Need I

mention I got my thimble anyway.

Now let me tell you about getting

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there. We were following Dan for-

getting he is from New York and

has the EZPASS on his vehicle. We

found ourselves in the wrong lane

with no one to take our toll fee. So,

we drove on. We told the others

when we got there and Dan said

“don’t worry they will track you

down.” Sure enough November

arrived along with Joe’s EZPASS

fine in the mail, a $1.00 for the toll

and $25.00 for the fine. We had to

laugh. The most interesting and

funniest part of the trip was the trip

back crossing the border. Dan and

the gang were in front again and

they sure were taking an extra long

time talking to border security.

Now it is our turn and we pulled up.

The first thing the officer said to us

was….”what do you think this is…

McDonalds?” I leaned forward and

replied…”yes, could I have fries

with that please”! I was nice, I did

say please. Then he replied, “you

must be a “Retired Navy Chief

Storekeeper.” Kinda shocking huh.

You see, what actually happened

was Joe was not paying attention to

the sign that said- STAY BEHIND

THE LINE UNTIL DIRECTED

TO MOVE FORWARD. He was

right up on Dan’s bumper. The offi-

cer had questioned Dan and Bernie

about the car behind them and of

course he had all the goods on Joe.

Second time that day I was com-

pelled to remind him it pays to read

the signs “babies”.

We had a wonderful time with no

deadline on returning home so we

decided to mark one more thing off

Joe’s “bucket list”. The Rock and

Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH.

It is such an amazing place to visit

(maybe a future reunion spot). We

had no idea we had been there for 5

hours and I am sure we still missed a

few things, so allowed the entire day

if you decide to visit.

Joe and I had a wonderful time and

would like to thank all that had a

hand in planning the Buffalo Reun-

ion. We are looking forward to see-

ing you all in Jacksonville in 2012.

Sara Jacobs

From Sara and Joe Jacobs

This Article was received too late for

the November 2011 issue of the

newsletter

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FROM THE OF THE PREZ

The following items can be ordered from Carl Ackerman, 7436 Daisy Cir., Macungie, PA 18062, Ph: (610) 398-0145. All items are postpaid. Please make checks payable to Carl L. Ac-kerman. ►Up-to-date rosters — $5. ►Turner baseball caps embroidered with Turner logo — $18. ►Mesh polo shirts embroidered with Turner logo. Colors: Red, White or Navy Blue. Sizes M to XXL. All sizes come with a pocket — $45. Sizes 2XL to 3XL — $50. ►Sweat Shirts embroidered with Turner logo. Colors: Navy Blue or Gray. Sizes M to XXL — $50. Sizes 2XL to 3XL — $55. ►DVD of 1961 Med Cruise photos — $10.

►USS Turner Auto license plate

frame is polished chrome plating over

a zinc die casting. The letters “U.S.

NAVY” are on the top of the frame

and “USS TURNER DD/DDR 834”is

on the bottom of the frame. These

letters are also in polished chrome

plate with a painted navy blue back-

ground. This license plate frame is

legal in all 50 states. See photo in

column 3— $20.00

►BONDED LEATHER 8 ½” X 11”

BLACK ZIPPERED PORTFOLIO :

Outside front cover silk-screened with

our ship’s logo and the printing:

“USS TURNER DD/DDR834”.

Interior Includes : 30 page 8 ½” X 11”

writing pad, Elastic pen loop, Card

holders, Mesh holder and calculator.

3 Interior pockets: 1 with a zipper and

1 expandable. Outside of portfolio is

zippered for security.

SEE PHOTO-(Page 4, Col 2) Price

$20 total (while supplies last)

Ship’s

Store

USS Turner License Plate Frame

Ship’s Store continued on

Column 2

FROM THE DESK OF THE

PREZ….

Hi shipmates it is that time of year

to make your reservation for Jack-

sonville Florida reunion. Grant has

been busy making all the arrange-

ments for another great time.

I have checked our roster and there

are about 300 shipmates living

within driving distance of Jackson-

ville. This is a great opportunity, to

meet your old shipmates ,if you

haven‘t been to a reunion. We have

tours and a get acquainted hospital-

ity room run by Madge and Carl, It

is a great place to meet and greet

old and new friends. You will find

all the details here in The Turner

Times.

See you in Jacksonville

Hank Turner

►Ship's patches: Both the Tiger and Double Eagle, 4" round with color embroidery. Also official Navy patch just like on the ball caps. Blue/gold lettering of "USS Turner DD/DDR 834" around gray destroyer profile. 3"H x 5"W. Cost is $5 per patch.

►USS Turner Wallet-Top grain, soft

cowhide black leather Trifold wallet.

Compact style wallet holds credit

cards, driver’s license and money.

Imprinted with “U.S. NAVY” / “USS

TURNER DD/DDR 834” gold letter-

ing on an inside panel. Supplied with

gift box. While supplies last. See

photo. Price $20

Bonded Leather Portfolio

Ship’s Store continued on

Column 3

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Submitted by Jack Ward

In a letter to Carl Ackerman

PADDY WESTER

In the last issue of the Turner Times,

I asked you “What is a Paddy

Wester? What does it mean? Where

did the term originate?”

The answer is below

Here is the URL for the Paddy West

Folks Song and it’s history

http://aliverpoolfolksongaweek.blogspot.com/2011/07/17-paddy-west.html

Type the address into your browser. This will be on the website so you can

also just go to www.ussturner.org, go to the Newsletter page and click on the

March 2012 newsletter. You will find the link on page 3.

..

My curiosity never ends. I'm inter-

ested in another situation of which I

remember being something like this.

Sometime around 1958 there was a

directive for ships in port to hang a

sign by the gangway with the ship's

name. There were no design require-

ments. Every ship wound up with

different sizes and designs for their

banner. (I assume this was for some

group, not the entire Navy) I was

given some varnished mahogany

boards and ask to letter them. The

enclosed photo shows me lettering a

couple panels. I believe there were

four total. I have often wondered if

the signs were destroyed or perhaps

they have been saved and stored

some where with other Turner

memorabilia….

jaward32embarqmai1.com

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Letters to

the Editor

January 5th 2012

Roger W Sullivan

35 Highland Road

Windsor Locks, CT 06096

Hello Bill,

My name is Roger Sullivan and I'm

writing in regards to the inquiry, in

the last issue of Turner Times, of

shipmate William Yates. I was a

storekeeper second class having

served two years aboard the USS

Newman K. Perry when I was trans-

ferred to the Turner in late 1956. We

departed Newport Rl. Jan 28th

1957for four month deployment

with the sixth fleet in the MED and

NATO exercises. On March 7 we

entered the port off Piraeus Greece

(near Athens) for R & R. After a

two week tender period we weighed

anchor and departed for more opera-

tions. While on this operation we

encounter heavy seas off the island

of Crete, and word was constantly

passed to stand clear of all weather

decks. About 0600­0615 Bill Yates

and I along with another shipmate

had breakfast together. We then all

left for our billet or watch. As I re-

call it was approximately 0800 when

word was passed for William Yates

to report to his duty station. This

was announced several times with

no results. At this juncture word was

passed that anyone seeing him that

morning was to report to the Ex-

ecutives stateroom. Several of

us complied and reported the

approximate time we had seen or

been with him. A complete search of

the ship was held, to no avail.

Based on the information of last

seeing him, the course we were

on and ships speed, we and part of

destroyer Squadron 14, did an

about face and searched with

negative results. Apparently Bill

had stepped out on deck and was

washed overboard. He was never

found.

Respectfully,

Final Roll Call Since our last issue we have learned that

these shipmates have answered the call of the

Supreme Commander:

John E. Crement 51-52 GMSN

William E. Durr 60 FN

Gary G. Hodgson 68-69 EM1

Samuel M. Jeffrey 60 - 64

Donald L. Kelly 45-46 CRT

Edward E. Kossak 45-46 S2

Thomas D. McGrath 53-54 LT

Eugene R. Meyers Jr. 55 YN3

Gerald L. Newton 49-53 EM1

Joseph R. Polio 68-69 SN

Charles H. Minter 52-55 GM3

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Our Turner Times What we remember about our time on board

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A b o a r d t h e U . S . S T u r n e r

1949

After graduating from electrician's

school at the Naval Training Center

in San Diego, I was transferred to the

U.S.S Turner DDR 834 in early Janu-

ary 1949. The Turner operated out of

San Diego on training missions that

took us to sea for one or two days

and sometimes for two weeks. In ad-

dition to being assigned to report to

the Chief Electrician in the aft engine

room, I was assigned to the crew of

the Commodore's barge which had a

three man crew. The Turner was the

flagship for the eight-destroyer pack

with the Commodore as the com-

manding officer.

The crew of the Commodore's barge

reported to Lt. Norman, (if I recall

correctly), the executive officer of the

Turner. Mr. Norman was an out-

standing officer in my judgment. He

would call the crew to the mid-ship

passageway when the Commodore

wanted to go ashore or to a carrier for

meetings. Occasionally the Commo-

dore would attend social events and

would take some of the officers and

their wives. This gave us an opportu-

nity to see the social side of officers'

lives as they went to parties and re-

ceptions. Life was good for them and

they wore large class rings indicating

they were graduates of the U.S. Na-

val Academy or another university.

For the first time, I understood the

difference in lifestyles for the better

educated, and I began to think about

the possibility of going to college

after my enlistment was up with the

Navy.

One time when the Turner was in the

Pacific off the coast of California, we

hit a storm creating high winds and

waves that came over the bow. All

hands were not allowed on the main

deck for several days. After the

weather improved we were allowed

on deck. The trash can in our area

was overflowing so I decided to

empty it over the stern. I was walking

toward the stern with the trash can

when a wave came above the deck

behind me and tossed me on my

back. As I was floating on the water

washing me toward the fan-tail I

lifted my legs and was caught by the

life lines, preventing me from going

overboard.

When I got below, the men started

laughing because I looked like a

drowned rat. After telling them about

being swept along the deck by a

wave and almost going overboard

they were hesitant about going top-

side for the remainder of the day.

In April of 1949, the Turner was

transferred to the East Coast to oper-

ate out of Newport, RI with the other

seven destroyers. Going though the

Panama Canal was a once-in-a-

lifetime experience. The Chief gave

me permission to go top side to

watch the ships rise in the locks and

move forward to another lock as we

proceeded to the Atlantic. As we left

the Panama Canal and traveled north

in the Atlantic Ocean toward New-

port we burned out a generator. After

staying in Newport for a few days the

Turner headed to the Boston Naval

Yards for repairs.

One morning I woke up with a sharp

pain in the upper left part of my

chest. The ship's doctor sent me to

the infirmary at the Naval Yards for

an x-ray. The results were not good. I

was transferred to Chelsea Naval

Hospital on May 2, 1949 with the

diagnosis of tuberculosis. This was

shocking to me because I thought I

was in good health and good shape

being almost six feet tall and weight-

ing about 170 lbs. Navy life agreed

with me from the first day of boot

camp during which I grew about one

inch and gained 20 lbs.

Although I was only on the Turner

for about four months in 1949, I

learned a lot and met some interest-

ing men who were dedicated to serv-

ing their country. I wish I could recall

the names of the Commodore, the

Captain, the Chief, the Engineering

Officer and the enlisted men I

worked with daily who touched my

life, but at age 82 it is most difficult.

This is written to let you all know

that I take great pride in having

served aboard the USS Turner

Lionel C. Skaggs

Foot Note:

Obviously I survived tuberculosis but

not without difficulty. After three

years, three months and nine days in

two Navy hospitals and a Veterans

Administration Sanatorium I was

released in August 1952. I enrolled in

college the following month, earned a

degree in three years, married a beau-

tiful woman, raised two wonderful

sons, and had a great career and am

now enjoying retirement. Amen!

Rescue of 54 Crew Members of the

USS Turner 648 on January 2,

1944 Off Sandy Hook, NJ

When the USS Turner 648 sank in

1944, the Cost Guard saved many

lives. Arthur Fredenburg, FC2 ‘43-

’44, gave Pete Varley the name and

address of a Coast Guard sailor (Leon

Fredrick) who had rescued Art in

1944. Pete wrote him and this is his

letter back, plus the emails from

Leon to Art and back.

Submitted by Lionel C. Skaggs,

EMFA ‘49

Remembrances

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cannot describe.

Here is my version of the sinking. It

differs from some other information

in some respects, but mostly, it is

the same.

I was the signalman on a Coast

Guard 83-foot anti-submarine patrol

boat (CG83306) out of Sandy Hook

NJ. On the night ofJan.2, 1944, we

were on patrol in the Ambrose

Light area. The US Turner an-

chored outside the submarine net at

1: 3 4 a.m. The Turner had radio

silence. The Navy radioed a mes-

sage to us to pass on to the Turner

that the area where you were an-

chored was restricted and the

Turner would have to move. We did

not have a signal light, so I put a

coat over a searchlight and flipped

it up and down to signal the Turner.

I know they must have thought I

was the world's worst signalman.

The Turner received the message

and the sent a message back re-

questing that the order be reconsid-

ered. The Navy said "no" and I sent

the blinker-light message to the

Turner. The Turner asked that the

order be re-considered. and that was

turned down. They asked a third

time and the Navy said the Turner

could remain anchored where it

was. I was up most of the night with

these duties.

Then about 6:30, the sailor on the

wheel four boat saw the explosion.

It has been reported that it was seen

from Sandy Hook. That would have

been impossible due to the snow,

sleet and fog. We fired up our sec-

ond engine and headed full-speed to

the Turner. We tied up to the port

bow and threw up lines for the sur-

vivors to slide down. I was the big-

gest, and probably the strongest,

member of the crew so I was as-

signed to pull survivors in from the

port stern. I don't know how many I

On Aug 20, 2004, at 10:27 AM,

Leon Fredrick wrote an email to

Art:

I ran across your name on a list of

survivors of the USS Turner. I was a

signalman on the CG83306 that was

the first rescue boat on the scene. I

had signaled the Turner by blinker

light three or four times earlier that

night. We tied up to the port bow and

threw a line up for survivors to slide

down. I pulled survivors from the

water at the port stern of our boat.

We rescued a total of 54 and took

them to our base at Sandy Hook. NJ.

I would be happy to hear from you.

Leon Fredrick, 109 Oxford Drive, #4,

Branson, MO 65616

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This is Art’s email back to Leon:

I was one of the ones you picked up.

Right now I am too flabbergasted to

reply. 44 stayed at the hospital on

Sandy Hook, 2 died. We were scat-

tered to the four winds so couldn't

keep track of our friends. I will put

you in touch with the remaining sur-

vivors although I believe I was the

only one with you. It was damn cold

on the fantail of your vessel.

Art

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This is the letter from Leon de-

scribing the rescue of 54 crew

members of USS Turner 648.

Dear John:

Thank you for the big packet of in-

formation on the USS Turner. Most

of the information I did not have. I

don't really know how to describe my

feelings upon getting into contact

with you guys. The event has been

etched in my mind for all these years

and I have often wondered what be-

came of the survivors. Now, to be in

contact with you is as feeling that I

pulled in. I know I lost one after

grabbing his arm. His arm slid out

and all I had was as hand full of

burned flesh. He then sank. That has

bothered me.

We rescued 54 crew members and

our boat was packed. All our bunks,

the galley, the engine room and the

deck was packed. There were other

boats in the area by that time and we left

for our base at Sandy Hook. I never heard

from any survivors from that date to just

recently. Our crew was given individual

letters of commendations.

I went on a Coast Guard-manned Navy Assault Cargo ship, the US Theenim (AKA63) and served in the Pacific We were in the Okinawa invasion. The CG8303 was sent to the Pacific after the Germans surrendered and sank in a ty-phoon at Okinawa on Oct. 9, 1945.

Thanks again for the information

Leon Frednck, 109 Oxford Drive, #4,

Branson MO 65616

Continued from Page 5, Column 3

2012 Jacksonville TURNER reun-

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USS TURNER DD/DDR-834 SEPTEMBER 24 – 28, 2012

CROWNE PLAZA JACKSONVILLE RIVERFRONT – JACKSONVILLE, FL

Monday, September 24 12:00pm - 6:00pm Hospitality Room Open 2:00pm - 6:00pm Reunion Registration Open 6:00pm - Cash Bar Reception 7:30pm - 9:30pm Welcome Dinner Buffet

Tuesday, September 25

8:00am - 8:30am Reunion Registration Open 9:00am - 3:00pm NAVAL STATION MAYPORT TOUR 3:30pm - 4:30pm Reunion Registration Open

Evening and dinner on your own

Wednesday, September 26 9:00am - 3:30pm ST. AUGUSTINE TOUR

Evening and dinner on your own

Thursday, September 27 9:30am - 11:00am General Membership Meeting

Free day to explore Jacksonville on your own 5:00pm Photos Begin 6:30pm 7:30pm Cash Bar Reception 7:30pm Banquet begins with Entertainment

Friday, September 28

Farewells and Departures

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For attendees canceling reunion activities prior to the cut-off date, Armed Forces Reunions, Inc. (AFR) shall process a full refund less the non-refundable AFR & USS Turner registration fee ($45 per registration form). Attendees canceling reunion activities after the cut-off date will be refunded to the fullest extent that AFR’s vendor commitments and guarantees will allow, less the non-refundable registration fee. Cancellations will only be taken Monday through Friday from 9:00am until 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time, excluding holidays. Please call (757) 625-6401 to cancel reunion activities and obtain a cancellation code. Refunds processed 4-6 weeks after reunion. Canceling your hotel reservation does not cancel your reunion activities.

USS TURNER DD/DDR-834 TOUR DESCRIPTIONS

NAVAL STATION MAYPORT Tuesday, September 25

Board bus for a driving tour of Naval Station Mayport, and an active ship if permitted. Naval Station Mayport covers 3,409 acres and is the third largest Naval Facility in the continental United States. As a major Surface and Air Warfare organization, Mayport remains dedicated to providing “The Finest Service to the Finest Fleet.” Lunch will be held at Ocean Breeze Conference Center, formerly the Officer's Club.

9:00am board bus, 3:00pm back at hotel. $50/Person includes bus, escort and lunch.

ST. AUGUSTINE TOUR

Wednesday, September 26 Aboard trolleys, learn how St. Augustine became the “Oldest Continuously Occupied City in the United States.” Enjoy stories of Magnolia Street, known as one of the most beautiful streets in America. You will hear of Henry Flagler and his three wives and have time to tour many of the buildings that Henry had built. Marvel at the Spanish architecture and many historical sites, including a tour of the Old Jail. Stroll down the restored St. George Street, lined with quaint shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Enjoy free time on your own for shopping and lunch before returning to Jacksonville.

9:00am board bus, 3:30pm back at hotel $58/Person includes bus, escort, guided trolley tour and admission. Lunch on your own.

Driver and escort gratuities are included in the tour prices. Please plan to be at the bus boarding area at least five minutes prior to the published time.

A thirty-five person minimum is required on all tours.

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may also register online and pay by credit card at www.afr-reg.com/turner2012. All registration forms and payments

must be received by mail on or before August 22, 2012. After that date, reservations will be accepted on a space available

basis. We suggest you make a copy of this form before mailing. Please do not staple or tape your payment to this form.

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TOURS TUESDAY: NAVAL STATION MAYPORT $ 50 $ WEDNESDAY: ST. AUGUSTINE $ 58 $

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(Please reference the USS Turner DDR-834 Association Reunion to obtain the special reunion room rate) The Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront hotel is located at 1201 Riverplace Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32207. The hotel is approximately 18 miles away from Jacksonville International Airport. The Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront Hotel is conveniently located in downtown Jacksonville. Jacksonville Landing, home of great restaurants, shopping and entertainment is just minutes away from the hotel.

All guest rooms feature hairdryers, iron/ironing boards, coffee maker, free wireless internet access, and Monday-Friday there is a free newspaper delivered each morning. Guest can also enjoy access to the hotel fitness center, gift shop and business center. Handicapped rooms are subject to availability; please request these special accommodations when making your hotel reservations. The Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront is a non-smoking hotel. Self parking at the hotel for this reunion is complimentary for guests staying at the hotel and valet-parking is available at a rate of $14.00 per day. Check-in is at 4:00pm and check-out is at 11:00am. American Grill is open daily and offers casual dining and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ruth’s Chris Steak House is open daily for dinner and offers guests excellent cuisine wile you can take in the view of the S. John’s River and downtown Jacksonville. Riverfront Lounge is open daily and offers cocktails in a relaxing atmosphere. Room service is also available from 6:30am-Midnight and there is a Star Bucks located at the hotel.

The hotel does not provide complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. 9A Airport Transportation provides shuttle service to the hotel; their current rates are $35.00 one way, prices subject to change, please call to verify. Advanced reservations are recommended; call (904) 415-5360. EZ Airport Shuttle also offers shuttle service to the hotel. Their rates are currently $42.50 one way, and roundtrip would be $75.00; all prices are subject to change, please call to verify pricing. Advance reservations are always recommended, you can call (904) 741-3740 for questions or to make reservations.

The Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront offers limited RV parking for guests registered at the hotel. For full RV hookup service, call Flamingo Lake RV Resort at (904) 766-0672 or (800) 782-4323. They are located at 3640 Newcomb Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 – approximately 15 minutes from the hotel

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U.S.S. Turner Reunion Association

2130 Salisbury Street

York, PA 17408

Website http://www.ussturner.org

Address Service Requested FIRST CLASS MAIL

MOVED ???? — If you have moved, plan to do so, changed your telephone number, e-mail address or have any change of

status, please contact Dave Bodendorf at 49 Birch Hill Drive, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603-6139, Phone: (845) 452-2428, or

email: bode10@aol.com Stay in touch!!

ASSOCIATION DUES — Although dues are voluntary, we could use your help. Look at your mailing label. If "Dues Paid"

appears by your name, your dues are paid. If not, and you want to pay them, send a $20 check, payable to the USS Turner

Reunion Association to our Treasurer, Joe Stepanek, 9372 Duff Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21042. Please remember that annual

dues cover the "year" between reunions and NOT a calendar year. (Dues paid after March 20, 2012 are not reflected on the

label) .......2012 reunion which will be held in Jacksonville, Florida on September 24

th through September 27th 2012.

Further details are on the web site and this spring newsletter. See you in Jacksonville.

Each mailing we have several pieces returned because shipmates do not let us know they have moved. For our last

mailing, a number of shipmates did not inform us of their new addresses. This creates unnecessary expenses for our

organization during a period of time when our active membership is gradually declining as well as the percentage of

dues paying shipmates. If you are moving or have recently moved, PLEASE drop us a line, call or email us with your

new information so we don't lose you again!!

Roster Update

As of this mailing,

the Turner

Association roster

totals 1,718

located shipmates

and associate

members.

The U. S .S. Turner Reunion Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to locating

and keeping us in contact with our former shipmates. The Association Officers are:

The Turner Times is published periodically, by the dedicated staff members shown below,

to help communicate Association news and facilitate the sharing of memories. Sugges-

tions and items of interest can be submitted to either of us. Originals will be returned, if

requested.

Editor/Publisher Staff Coordinator

Bill Schaepe ('58-'60)

PO Box 2311 Looking For Volunteers

Lenox, MA 01240

Phone: (413) 637-8242

President Henry Turner (‘57-’60) Secretary Grant Wilcox ('62-'63)

1st Vice President Ernie Loos (‘55-’57) Membership Dave Bodendorf ('57-'59)

2nd Vice President Joe Jacobs (’62-’64) Treasurer Joe Stepanek ('57-'60)

Webmaster Bill Schaepe ('58-'60) Chaplain Carl Ackerman ('51-'55)