January 2015 - uss ticonderoga veterans` association

CV / CVA / CVS-14
CG-47
The USS TICONDEROGA
Veterans’ Association
JANUARY 2015
NEWS
VOLUME 42 NO 1
YOU ARE
INVITED
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
GREETINGS SHIPMATES, FRIENDS AND FAMILY,
As you read this another year has passed.
My wife, Joyce and I hope that all our members and their families had a great
holiday season. We also want to wish all a happy and healthy New Year.
Most of you all know that reverend Andrew Jensen has been under the
weather these past few years and has gone through many treatments to stay well. I spoke to
Reverend Jensen asking if we could come up with a new Chaplain, would he like to step down?
He thanked me and said it would be fine with him.
With the help of our historian, David Graf, we were able to get a new Chaplain from the CG47.
His name is Lieutenant Bret Inman and he actually held the rating of Chaplain while assigned to
the Ticonderoga. He served on board in the early to mid-90’s as Tico’s first command Chaplain.
I want to welcome Chaplain Inman to the Ticonderoga association family.
As we go forward into 2015 we are look forward to another good year and the upcoming reunion
in Minneapolis during the week of May 14, 2015 – May 18, 2015. John Dupont, Art and Kris
Casello, have been working very hard to make this year’s reunion another great success.
In ending, please remember our troops who are serving our country at home and abroad. God
Bless them and America.
Lloyd Frank
MEMBERS – we now have CG-47 Christmas Ornaments and are available for all members
to buy. As some of you were at the commissioning and at reunions where you got to tour
the ship we wanted you to know about this. To order just go to www.bigt.net and click on
ship store link. Then click on the color picture of the CG and scroll down to the bottom to
see the pictures. If you are not ordering on line then go back and click on the word Cruiser
to see the way to pay by check. If by chance you do not see then right click on your mouse
and click on reload to refresh your page. We have Association ornaments on the Carrier
store link.
WELCOME TO LIEUTENANT BRET INMAN USS TICONDEROGA CG-47’s FIRST CHAPLAIN!
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USS TICONDEROGA REUNION ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM – 5/14-18/15
Listed below are all registration, tour, and meal costs for the reunion. Please enter how many people will be participating in
each event and total the amount. Send that amount payable to ARMED FORCES REUNIONS, INC. in the form of check or
money order (no credit cards or phone orders accepted). If a valid email address is provided, a receipt will be sent
electronically. Otherwise, your cancelled check will serve as your confirmation. Returned checks will be charged a $20
fee. You may also register online and pay by credit card at www.afr-reg.com/ticonderoga2015 (3% will be added to online
credit card transactions). All registration forms and payments must be received by mail on or before April 13, 2015. 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.
Armed Forces Reunions, Inc.
322 Madison Mews
Norfolk, VA 23510
ATTN: USS TICONDEROGA
OFFICE USE ONLY
Check # _________ Date Received _________
Inputted _________ Nametag Completed _____
CUT-OFF DATE IS 4/13/15
TOURS
FRIDAY, MAY 15: DINNER CRUISE
SATURDAY, MAY 16: CONFEDERATE AF MUSEUM / GANGSTER TOUR
HOTEL MEAL
SUNDAY, MAY 17: BANQUET (Please select your entrée choice)
Roast Sirloin of Beef
Herb-roasted Chicken
Broiled Minnesota Walleye
MANDATORY REGISTRATION FEES
Armed Forces Reunions Registration Fee (mandatory for all attendees)
Group Registration Fee (waived for shipmate’s guests if only attending one event, i.e. banquet)
Total Amount Payable to Armed Forces Reunions, Inc.
Price
# of
Per People
Total
$75
$55
$
$
$49
$49
$49
$
$
$
$ 10
$ 65
$
$
$
PLEASE PRINT NAME AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR ON YOUR NAMETAG
FIRST ___________________________________LAST _______________________________________
YEARS ON BOARD 19___ - ___RATE/RANK______________________ DIVISION _________________
SPOUSE NAME (IF ATTENDING)_________________________________________________________
GUEST NAMES________________________________________________________________________
STREET ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________
CITY, ST, ZIP_________________________________________PH. NUMBER (______)______-_______
EMAIL_______________________________________________________________________________
DISABILITY/DIETARY RESTRICTIONS_____________________________________________________
(Sleeping room requirements must be conveyed by attendee directly to hotel)
MUST YOU BE LIFTED HYDRAULICALLY ONTO THE BUS WHILE SEATED IN YOUR WHEELCHAIR IN ORDER
TO PARTICIPATE IN BUS TRIPS? q YES q NO (PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY).
EMERGENCY CONTACT________________________________ PH. NUMBER (_____)_____-________
For refunds and cancellations please refer to our policies outlined at the bottom of the reunion program.
CANCELLATIONS WILL ONLY BE TAKEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00am-5:00pm EASTERN TIME (excluding
holidays). Call (757) 625-6401 to cancel reunion activities and obtain a cancellation code. Refunds processed 4-6
weeks after reunion.
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THE PLACE TO BE! MAY 14th–18th2015
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TIME FOR A DINNER CRUISE ON THE MISSISSIPPI!
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USS TICONDEROGA VETERANS ASSOCIATION
MAY 14-18, 2015
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL – MSP AIRPORT, BLOOMINGTON, MN
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TOUR DESCRIPTIONS
SUNSET DINNER CRUISE – FRIDAY, MAY 15
THURSDAY, MAY 14
3:00pm – 6:00pm
Reunion Registration Open
Hospitality Room open for the
duration of the reunion.
FRIDAY, MAY 15
2:00pm – 5:30pm
6:00pm – 9:30pm
SATURDAY, MAY 16
8:00am – 8:30AM
9:15am – 3:45pm
4:00pm – 5:30pm
7:30pm SUNDAY, MAY 17
8:00am – 10:00am
9:00am – 10:00am
3:30pm - 6:00pm
6:00pm – 7:00pm
7:00pm
MONDAY, MAY 18
8:00am – 9:00am
Enjoy a special two-hour cruise from Harriet Island,
St. Paul. Cruise up the mighty Mississippi River on
a classic riverboat while taking in the beautiful
scenery, gentle breeze, and watching the sun set
across the Minnesota sky. Enjoy plenty of
sightseeing and historical narration by the captain.
The chefs are still creating the menu for 2015, but
they never disappoint, and dessert is always
included! Coffee is included as well, but other
drinks may be purchased at the cash bar.
Experience an evening everyone will remember.
Come aboard! A maximum of 55 people is allowed
for this trip.
Reunion Registration Open
DINNER CRUISE
Reunion Registration Open
Additional hours will be posted,
if necessary.
COMMEMORATIVE AF MUSEUM /
GANGSTER TOUR
Board Meeting
Wine & Cheese Reception
6:00pm board bus, 9:30pm back at hotel
$75/Person includes bus, escort, and dinner cruise.
COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE MUSEUM /
GANGSTER TOUR – SATURDAY, MAY 16
Business Meeting
Ladies function
Pictures taken
Cash Bar Reception
Banquet
Memorial Service
Farewells and departures
Please plan to be at the bus boarding at least five minutes
prior to the scheduled time.
Driver and Staff gratuities are not included in the tour prices.
All trips require a minimum of 35 people.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY FOR ARMED
FORCES REUNIONS, INC.
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 registration fee ($10 per
person). Attendees canceling reunion activities after the cutoff date will be refunded to the fullest extent that AFR’s vendor
commitments and guarantees will allow, less the nonrefundable AFR 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.
The day begins at the Minnesota Wing of the
Commemorative Air Force Museum, home to
several aircraft, a large motor pool fleet, and a
unique collection of World War II artifacts. Get up
close and ‘into’ planes such as the B-25 J Mitchell,
Vultee BT-13 Valiant, and the Ryan PT-22 Recruit.
Volunteer staff members are onsite to answer
questions and tell you about the displays. Of
course, there is a PX onsite (gift shop), so save a
few minutes to shop as well. For lunch, we’ll stop
at Grand Avenue, “Minnesota’s most notable
avenue.” This area is home to many different
restaurants and shops, each with lots of variety and
unique characteristics. Choose to grab a quick
sandwich to save time for shopping or enjoy a
leisurely lunch at a full-service restaurant, maybe
even in the open air! After lunch, embark on the
famous crook's tour! Explore the sites of nightclubs,
kidnappings, and gun battles associated with the
1930's gangsters like John Dillinger, Ma Barker and
Babyface Nelson. See the sights where the
gangsters lived it up as they planned and executed
some of the most notorious crimes ever perpetrated
in the upper Midwest. Your costumed-guide will
take you past the most infamous gangster hideouts
and the famous nightclubs where many gangsters
spent time socializing with the public.
Like us on Facebook
at www.facebook.com/armedforcesreunions
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9:15am board bus, 3:45pm back at hotel
$55/Person includes bus, escort, museum donation,
and gangster tour.
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USS TICONDEROGA VETERANS’ ASSOCIATION ROSTER 2014
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THE ROSTER IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN PRINTED
JANUARY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS ONLY.
Officers 2013-2014
Directors (continued)
Directors (continued)
Committees (continued)
President:
Lloyd Frank
2129 Bliss Comer St
Henderson, NV 89044-0174
(702) 361-6660
papacva14@aol.com
President@bigt.net
Director
John F. Deasy P. P.
560 Maple Ave.
Doylestown, PA 18901-4451
(215) 348-9981
deasyjjr@aol.com
Director:
Parker W. Patterson P. P.
4 Terrace Hill Road
Pine Grove, PA 17963-9399
(570) 345-3344
Chaplain:
Rev. Andrew Jensen
7 Tomahawk Dr.
Marlton, NJ 08053-2126
(856) 424-4408
Director:
John Rochford P. P.
1926 East Bancroft
Camarillo, CA 93010-4510
(805) 484-1368
Public Relations Chairman
Jerry H. Cole
17840 Oakwood Ave.
Lansing, IL 60438-1934
(708) 474-9331
jcstvic1@juno.com
Executive Vice President:
John B. Dupont
4590 Linwood Circle
Deep Haven, MN 55331-9297
(952) 474-4731
jdupont@sssalesinc.com
EVP@bigt.net
First Vice President:
Fred Vance
5808 SW 27TH STREET
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 271-5900
jhox123@yahoo.com
1stVP@bigt.net
Director
Victor Godfrey
138 Briarwood Dr.
Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087-4018
609-294-0955
vicg636@gmail.com
Director
Charles E. Hill
22 W. Hancock St.
Lansdale, PA 19446-3812
(215) 855-5299
c.hill55@verizon.net
Director
Ronald W. Lee P. P.
8920 Dawes Point Dr.
Mobile, AL 36695-9336
(251) 599-8559
rl2424@bellsouth.net
Second Vice President:
Steven Codding
9260 Hilltop Lane
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 827-4017
sandycodd@aol.com
2ndVP@bigt.net
Director
John Lunsford P.P.
2504 McNutt
Bakersfield, CA 93306-4469
(661) 872-8850
jlunscva14@sbcglobal.net
Secretary:
Dennis SaBell
3930 Quay St
Wheatridge, CO 80033
(303) 422-8690
red62lion@gmail.com
Director
Alfred F. McDonnell P.P.
1749 9th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94122
415-661-6753
jagranieri@sbcglobal.net
Treasurer:
George Passantino P. P.
2676 E 117th Way
Denver, CO 80233-1406
(720) 929-1844
georgepsr@aol.com
Treasurer@bigt.net
Directors
Director:
Joseph McDonnell P. P.
4141 Inola Trl. Ne
Roswell, GA 30075-1658
(770) 335-1715 ©
joemac1948@yahoo.com
Director * *
Arthur Avery
1694 Fillner Ave.
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 669-2678
tozamanart@RoadRunner.com
Director:
George Passantino P. P.
2676 E 117th Way
Denver, CO 80233-1406
(720) 929-1844
georgepsr@aol.com
Director
Jerry H. Cole P. P.
17840 Oakwood Ave.
Lansing, IL 60438-1934
(708) 474-9331
JCole251@yahoo.com
Director:
Doc Simon P. P.
803 Hartford Ave.
White River Jct, VT 05001-8052
(802) 295-2851
AIRNAVY42@msn.com
Director:
Edgar S. Trotter, Jr.
1150 Baywood Ave.
Camarillo, CA 93010-3005
(805) 484-2930
ticovet@verizon.net
Director:
Calvin S. Turner P. P.
130 Silver Leaf Dr.
Fayetteville, GA 30214-1055
(770) 461-4106
cjturnerxx@bellsouth.net
Committees
Newsletter Editor:
Cruiser Store Operator
Edgar S. Trotter, Jr.
1150 Baywood Ave.
Camarillo, CA 93010-3005
(805) 484-2930
ticovet@verizon.net
Memorials Chairman
Robert Hildebrand
2016 Reseda Way
Antioch, CA 94509-5834
(925) 757-1836
rah2016@sbcglobal.net
Membership Chairman:
David Litzinger
1101 Prariewood Ln
Warwick, ND 58381
(612) 600-4160
dlitzin101@msn.com
Membership@bigt.net
Budget Chairman
George Passantino P. P.
2676 E 117th Way
Denver, CO 80233-1406
(720) 929-1844
georgepsr@aol.com
Treasurer@bigt.net
Carrier Store Operator
Art Casello
1737 Hoyt Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55106-1328
(651) 774-1685
Art_Casella@Yahoo.com
CarrierStore@BigT.net
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW.BIGT.NET
OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2014 - 2015
Historian
David Graf
262 Broadway
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 6085943
ticonderogahistorian@gmail.com
Historian@BigT.net
Liaison USS HORNET CVS-12
Richard Radigonda
357 Jade Circle
Vallejo CA. 94590
(707) 563-5556
etalyun@aol.com/Hornet@BigT.net
New Sites Coordinator
Joyce Frank
2129 Bliss Comer St
Henderson, NV 89044-0174
(702) 361-6660
Joyce.frank@centurylink.net
WebMaster:
Gordon S. Humphrey, Jr.
15030 223rd Drive SE
Monroe, WA 98272-9089
(425) 785-8094
WebMaster@bigt.net
SHIPMATES! NOW HEAR THIS!
We are always looking for Memorabilia for our Museum Rooms. Soon we will be starting
one at the Mississippi Maritime and Warship Museum in Pascagoula, MS so keep us in mind
as we will be starting with very little memorabilia. One thing we would like to find is some
Military Payment Certificates "Funny Money" that was used to pay us during the Viet Nam
war. If you have anything you want to donate contact Ed Trotter at Ticovet@verizon.net.
Thanks for your help in keeping our memories alive to others through our Museum Rooms.
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GET YOUR REGISTRATION & RESERVATION FORMS IN TODAY!
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IT’S ALL FUN!
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USS Ticonderoga Veterans’ Association Reunion: Minneapolis, MN
Hotel Reservation Reunion Date: May 13, - Monday May 18, 2015
Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel Minneapolis, M.N.
ROOM RATE: $115, + 14.275% tax. Rate is good 5/13 – 5/18.
If anyone wants to spend extra days in Minneapolis,
hotel can carry same rate, based on availability.
CHECK IN: 3 PM & CHECK OUT: 12 PM
FREE PARKING & AIRPORT SHUTTLE
FREE FULL BREAKFAST BUFFET DAILY
OUTDOOR POOL & 24 HR FITNESS CENTER
100% SMOKE FREE POLICY NO PETS
ROOM COFFEE MAKER
FREE IN-ROOM INTERNET & WIRELESS INTERNET IN LOBBBY
HANDICAP ACCESS ROOMS AVAILABLE
CUT OFF ROOM RESERVATION DATE: 4/22/15
CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event individual room reservations are cancelled less than 24 hours prior to
3 pm. arrival, the individual agrees to pay the Hotel a cancellation fee equal to the first nights room and tax.
(All reservations must be guaranteed by credit card or first nights deposit)
ß------------------------------------------PLEASE PRINT ---------------------------------------------à
NAME: _______________________________________SHARING ROOM WITH: ________________________________
ADRRESS: _____________________________________CITY:_____________________________ST:______ZIP:_________
PHONE:_____________________________EMAIL:_____________________________________@_____________________
ARRIVAL DATE: ________________APPROX. TIME: ________________DEPARTURE DATE: ________________
#ROOMS: _____#PEOPLE EA. ROOM: ______HANDICAP ACCESS: ______KING BED: ______2 DOUBLES: ________
(In the event type requested is not available, nearest room type will be assigned.)
______AMEX______DINERS______VISA_____MASTER_____DISCOVER______OTHER
CREDIT CARD #:__________________________________________________________EXP. DATE: ________________
SIGNATURE (Regardless of payment method.): _______________________________________________________________
Priority Club Membership Number: ____________________________________________________________________________
MAIL TO: Crowne MSP Airport Hotel, 3 Appletree Square, Bloomington, MN 55425 ATTN: Reservations
PHONES: (952) 876-8650
FAX: (952) 876-8657
ON LINE WEB: http://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/bloomington/mspia/hoteldetail
THIS FORM CAN ALSO BE PRINTED FROM: WWW.BIGT.NET REUNIONS PAGE!
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PLEASE SEND THIS FORM AND YOUR DUES TO:
DENNIS W. SABELL - SECRETARY
P. O. BOX 474 WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80034
Make Check Payable to Big T Veterans’ Association
PLEASE PRINT
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DIVISION:
RANK:
(highest while aboard) YEARS ABOARD:
APT. # / LOT #:
to
(reported ‐left)
SPOUSE'S NAME:
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CITY:
STATE:
ZIP:
Alternate Address:
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