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At random: USS R-6 was fitted the first prototype US submarine snorkel at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in the closing months of the European part of WW II in April / May 1945 and successfully tested it off Fort Lauderdale, Fl. as the war against Japan ended in August 1945. The snorkel was removed from the USS R-6 and she was decommissioned and scrapped in September 1945.

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Posted 2025-05-04 4:34 PM (#105420)

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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.

PUCKETT .. .. .. David Brownlee Puckett, Sr. David Brownlee Puckett, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away April 23, 2025, at his home.

David was born in Evansville, IN, on June 25, 1940, to Annabelle (Taylor) and Neal Puckett. He attended Princeton High School where he was president of his junior and senior classes, president of the student council and captain of the Tigers basketball team. He continued his education at the United States Naval Academy where as a senior, he was selected Brigade Commander. As part of his duties, he escorted President Kennedy from the Navy side, across the gridiron to the Army side during halftime of the 1962 Navy-Army football game. In the spring of 1963, Vice President Johnson awarded his class their diplomas.

After graduation, David served as Company Officer at the USNA for the incoming Midshipmen class, served aboard the submarine USS Bang, attended both the Nuclear Power School in Vallejo, CA and the Navy's submarine school in New London, CT. For his final commission he served aboard the nuclear -powered fleet ballistic missile submarine USS Patrick Henry for four years. Upon his honorable discharge, he matriculated at the Krannert School of Management at Purdue University where he earned his Master's Degree.

David knew the love of his life, Judi Woods, for 80 years. They married in a military wedding in June 1963, and moved to Annapolis to start their lives together. They were married for 61 years, raised four children, traveled the world and truly loved one another.

David began his 25-year career at Owens-Corning in 1970. He spent his last years in the International Division. He was tasked with developing joint ventures with firms in South Korea and Hong Kong. During that time, he and Judi lived in Seoul and Hong Kong. After retiring from OC, David built a financial planning service, before finally retiring 15 years later. In retirement, he enjoyed tennis, pickleball, traveling and most of all, relished his ever-growing family.

David was a true community servant, serving on numerous boards at Monroe Street Methodist Church, Sylvania Area Family Services, Sunset House Retirement Center, as President of the USNA Class of 1963 Foundation, President of the USNA Alumni -Toledo Chapter, and President and Treasurer of the Sylvania Rotary.

David is survived by his loving and adored wife, Judi; their cherished children, Melissa Farley, Melanie (Mark) Fisher, Ashley (Jeff) Bieber, David (Jen) Puckett Jr.; 10 grandchildren, Andrew Farley, Gage Fisher, Alli Puckett, Annabelle Fisher, Katherine Fisher (Joe) Watson, David Puckett III, Hannah Bieber, Nolan Bieber, Lilly Puckett, Taylor Bieber; and 2 great-grandchildren, Ellery and Avery Farley. He is also survived by his two sisters, Lucy Leonard and Prudie Campbell.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, 2:00 p.m., at Walker Funeral Home, 5155 W. Sylvania Ave. Family will receive friends and family at 1:00 p.m.

SESSLER .. .. .. Martin Sessler, MCPO USN (Retired) SUMMERVILLE - On March 25th, one day after his 81st birthday, Marty left his earthly life and went to meet his Lord. He is survived by his wife, Sharon; and his two wonderful children, Lauryn Elizabeth and Nathan Karl, and his beloved daughter-in-law, Nina. He also has two sisters living in Ohio, Jane Parker and Carolyn Rohrbacher (John) whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Winifred and Karl Sessler; two sisters, Ann Sessler and Gladys Howell; and two brothers-in-law, James Parker and Dale Howell. He also has 5 nieces and 4 nephews, all residing in Ohio. Even though we have called South Carolina our home for nearly 60 years, we were born in Ohio and Marty had the tremendous experience of watching his beloved Buckeyes win the National College championship just weeks before his death. In 1974, we joined St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Summerville and found our second family. We have since enjoyed the love and companionship of this wonderful group of people. Marty was also a member of the Charleston Base Submarine Veterans and there he had the pleasure of making new friends and reuniting with former shipmates. A Memorial service for Marty will be held on Thursday, May 22nd, at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 206 Central Ave., at 11:00 am and a lunch to follow with everyone invited. Pastors Andrea and Nathan Rice will preside. Contributions may be made in Marty's name to St. Luke's Lutheran Church General Fund, Tunnels to Towers (T2T), or the Charleston Submarine Veterans Base Scholarship Fund.

HANDFIELD .. .. .. Wallace F. Handfield POULTNEY — Master Chief Petty Officer (Submarines) Wallace Frederick Handfield, U.S. Navy (retired) departed on his final patrol on April 2, 2025. He was born September 29, 1947, in Springfield MA, son of the late Henry W. Handfield and Esther (Wallace) Handfield. After schooling in Poultney, Vermont and New Hampshire he entered the U.S. Navy in 1966 and served aboard two aircraft carriers, three destroyers, an A-4 Skyhawk Light Attack Squadron, an amphibious transport ship, Naval Communications Station, Balboa, Panama Canal Zone, and four nuclear powered Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarines, retiring in 1990 after 24 years service. After the Navy he worked for Marine Acoustics, Inc. in Arlington, VA supporting the Office of Naval Research in the at-sea testing of R&D submarine detection systems. During his time with MAI he served aboard numerous U.S., Japanese, Taiwanese, Philippine, and Australian ocean research vessels and told many interesting sea stories about serving on Swedish and Chilean diesel electric submarines. He retired again after another 24 years service and returned to his home earth of Poultney, VT. During a shore tour in the Navy, stationed in the Panama Canal Zone, he met his wife Elizabeth Agnew who was also serving there in the Navy. They were married in the Panama Canal Zone in June 1979 and enjoyed many wonderful years together sharing interests in forestry, hunting whitetail deer and moose, gardening and raising miniature schnauzers. One of his fondest memories was that of initiating his wife Elizabeth as a U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer in 1987. His most enjoyable pastimes were spending time doing family activities at the family woodlot. He particularly enjoyed his time spent with son Steve and grandson William hunting and improving the woods. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth, son Steve and wife Ryan, and grandchildren William Wallace Handfield and Hannah Ruth Lane of Poultney, VT, son Steve and grandson William hunting and improving the woods. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth, son Steve and wife Ryan, and grandchildren William Wallace Handfield and Hannah Ruth Lane of Poultney, VT, son Wallace F. Handfield II of Brandon, VT, Cousin Randolph Handfield and wife Robin of Clear Lake, IA, as well as his beloved miniature schnauzers Weymouth and Grand Champion Timmy. He was predeceased by son Jeffrey Charles Handfield. He loved his family more than words can ever describe. He was the great, great, great grandson of Weymouth Wallace who fought under Colonel Stark at the Battle of Bunker Hill and was a proud member of the Sons of the American Revolution. Other memberships included the Naval Submarine League and U.S. Submarine Veterans, Green Mountain Base, Vermont. He was a Master Mason. Above all, - he was a patriot. When the klaxon sounded for his last dive, he slid silently under to be at God's side. He will be missed by his loved ones and shipmates and now serves in God's Navy on his Final Patrol. A funeral service and committal will be private.Wallace F. Handfield II of Brandon, VT, Cousin Randolph Handfield and wife Robin of Clear Lake, IA, as well as his beloved miniature schnauzers Weymouth and Grand Champion Timmy. He was predeceased by son Jeffrey Charles Handfield. He loved his family more than words can ever describe. He was the great, great, great grandson of Weymouth Wallace who fought under Colonel Stark at the Battle of Bunker Hill and was a proud member of the Sons of the American Revolution. Other memberships included the Naval Submarine League and U.S. Submarine Veterans, Green Mountain Base, Vermont. He was a Master Mason. Above all, - he was a patriot. When the klaxon sounded for his last dive, he slid silently under to be at God's side. He will be missed by his loved ones and shipmates and now serves in God's Navy on his Final Patrol. A funeral service and committal will be private.

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