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The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the USS Cushing (DD 985). Please keep in mind that this list does only include records of people who submitted their information for publication on this website. If you also served aboard and you remember one of the people below you can click on the name to send an email to the respective sailor. Would you like to have such a crew list on your website?
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There are 471 crew members registered for the USS Cushing (DD 985).
Select the period (starting by the reporting year): precomm – 1979 | 1980 – 1983 | 1984 – 1986 | 1987 – 1988 | 1989 – 1991 | 1992 – 1994 | 1995 – 1998 | 1999 – 2000 | 2001 – 2003 | 2004 – now
| Name | Rank/Rate | Period | Division | Remarks/Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mireles, Michael | OS3 | 1989 – Jun 1992 | ops | |
| Hardin, Jeff/bull | STG3/SN/STG3 | 1989 – 1992 | combat systems | just found the site, loved it, hated it, miss it some now sometimes lol. to some of the best friends and memories in a lifetime. hope all of you are well i am still kickin still learning stuff the hard way and lovin it =) |
| Aikins, Steve | SN | 1989 – 1991 | deck ape | had fun,partied alot.never forget it.anybody talked to dave miller? |
| Evans, Steve | GSM3 | 1989 – 1991 | MP | Worked in the Oil Lab. Had a blast refueling the SH-60 Worked hard and played even harder. We had some great port calls. |
| McGuan, Thomas | FN 3 | Mar 1989 – Sep 1990 | ENG (MER2) | Saw the Cush get sunk to the bottom and it brought up a lot of memories. Hope the crew is still out there somewhere doing well. RIP USS CUSHING DD 985 |
| Swickley, Robert | LT | Mar 1, 1989 – Feb 1, 1991 | Combat Systems | Hello to past crewmembers of the Cushing! I have memories on that ship that will last a lifetime........great trips to Pearl, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. Thanks for serving! |
| Hennessey, Michael | E-3 | Mar 21, 1989 – Mar 21, 1993 | Just found this page! Already see names of people I knew. Since I have been out of the Navy I became a Police Officer in Massachusetts. | |
| Robbins, Michael | PN3 | Apr 4, 1989 – Sep 1, 1992 | Admin | |
| Tompkins, Walter | E3 | May 1989 – Apr 26, 1991 | A Gang | I enjoyed working with everyone in A Gang. I have been in my current career as a correctional officer for 12 yrs looking forward to retiring in about 8 more years. Would like to hear from anyone just to catch up. |
| Brown, Edward | FC3 | Jun 11, 1989 – Oct 10, 1990 | weapons | Lot's of fun times in PI |
| Cruz, Chuck | GMM | Aug 14, 1989 – May 14, 1992 | CA | While on the ship I was counting down the days until I got out. However, it was the best experience and met some awesome friends during the Cushing days. Hope to hear from past friends, shoot me an e-mail. |
| Rimorin, Rimo | GAS TURBINE ELECTRICAL | Aug 15, 1989 – Mar 15, 1991 | MAIN PROPULSION | FIRST SHIP. LEARNED A LOT. THANKS TO ALL WHO GUIDED ME DURING MY NAVY CAREER |
| Hoppa, Leonard "Hopdog" | E4/RM3 | Aug 23, 1989 – Nov 17, 1991 | OC | Had the time of my life experiencing the world with a wide array of outstanding people! Even though we were "robbed" of our Battle E by the Fletcher, we were still THE BEST SUB HUNTER on the West Coast!!! |
| Grier, Robert | SM2 | Aug 26, 1989 – May 14, 1991 | CS | The Sig Shack with Al, Mike and Henry Lunt (CTs) Chuck Grigsby and Ray (Wraaaay) Robinson lots of Coffee and thick smoke |
| Weiding, David | LTjg | Sep 1, 1989 – May 1, 1992 | OUTBOARD | Great ship, great crew. |
| Rexford, Jeffrey | QM-SN | Sep 1, 1989 – Feb 28, 1992 | OPS | Started busting rust in deck division then struck out as a QM. Enjoyed my time onboard, married and living in Cape Coral Florida. |
| MacMillian, Jeffery | ET3 | Oct 15, 1989 – Apr 15, 1994 | CE | I was aboard during the homeport shift from San Diego to Pearl harbor. I did one WestPac and a South Americian cruise. I left while she was still in the yard getting VLS installed. It was the greatest adventure of my life. |
| Bryant, John | FC3 | Dec 1989 – Apr 1992 | Combat | |
| Phan, Tuan V | SH3 | 1990 – 1994 | Supply | Who still owe me money cuz I'm gonna make my rounds |
| Blackford, Jim | BM3 | 1990 – 1994 | 1st | What can you say about the Cush, we were a tight crew. You mess with one of us you messed with all of us. Miss those guys. |
| Cope, Eric | FC2 | 1990 – 1993 | CF-CIWS | Man, I could not wait to get off that boat. Great times, though. West Pac, Unitas...someone mentioned the chicken ranch in Ecuador...wow, that was an amazing place. Married with 2 kids in Cincinnati. Go Bucks. |
| Skiles, Sean | STGSN | 1990 – 1992 | CA | |
| Kolisar, Joseph | OS3 | 1990 – 1992 | OS | |
| Ramirez, Adam | DC2 | 1990 – 1993 | Repair | I served with the greatest brothers in San Dog and Pearl Harbor any snipe could ask for. TLB for life. Looking forward to getting back in touch with you fellas. NO KA OI. Baker i'll be seeing you in Oct brother. |
| Biddlecomb, Al | QM2 | Mar 1, 1990 – Jul 15, 1991 | Nav/Admin | Spent the last part of my enlistment aboard Cushing with 2 distinctly different COs. Lots of Gulf of Alaska ops and Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, PI. Fun time, but was glad when it was over. |
| Blackford, James | BM3 | Mar 2, 1990 – Mar 2, 1994 | Deck | I said the paint locker is closed. |
| Stoltz, Jerome (Jerry) | FCCS | Jun 1990 – Jun 1993 | CG | First west coast ship to make a UNITAS cruise. WOW! What a cruise that was! |
| Amsden, Scott | FC2 | Jul 29, 1990 – Dec 8, 1991 | CS | Had to leave because of medical reasons. However, I spent four more years in the Navy and then went on to get my degree in electrical engineering. Thanks to everyone onboard who helped me through some tough times. |
| Ganung, Chris | STG-3 | Sep 21, 1990 – Jul 15, 1994 | CA | The irony of this ship, with me, is that the name "Cushing" was named after 3 brothers that were from my home town in Delafield, WI. They even have a park named after them there. I'm proud to have served my country aboard her. |
| Lehman, Scott/ Screamin | SN | Oct 1990 – Jun 1992 | bm | Look back on those days with a lot of memories. |
| Richardson, Neal | CWO3 | Oct 1, 1990 – May 15, 1991 | CE EMO | Remember the "Golden Lions" Retired in 1993 living in Charleston SC. |
| Rutledge, Dallas | STG3 | Nov 1, 1990 – Mar 8, 1994 | spent 4 yrs on USS Cushing...Cant say I had a good time all the time, but do have some good memories. I would love to contact some of my former shipmates. A lot has changed since then. I'd like to know how you all are doing.... | |
| Harris, Bobby | YN3 | Dec 1990 – Jul 1994 | NAV | |
| Radu, Wally | DC3 | Dec 1, 1990 – Jan 1, 1993 | Repair | Great Memories, Great Friends,Great Ports West Pac,Unitas San Diego,Hawaii Team Member Repair5,Flying Squad,Flight Quarters Married with one son.Firefighter/Paramedic in Dearborn ,Michigan. |
| Morin, Juan | E-3 | Dec 15, 1990 – Feb 1, 1992 | Deck | I've thought of my time onboard the Cush, it was great time and great friends. Did 4 years active, then 17 Reserve, promoted to HMC. Completed my time with Recon Marines. Time well spent. |
| Baker, Chip | DC 3 | Dec 23, 1990 – Jul 9, 1994 | R | I saw some familiar names, and have to let those guys know that I raise a beer in their names on Veteran's Day every year. |
| George, Mike | OS3 | 1991 – 1995 | Wow. Unitas 33-92 was some fond memories. Especially the chicken ranch! | |
| Sanders, John | OS2 | 1991 – 1993 | oi | hey oi div send me a e-mail john.sanders@gulfstream.com |
| Nelson, Chris | STGSN | 1991 – 1993 | TASS/Sonar | |
| Kulikowski, Ted | DS3 | 1991 – 1994 | CE | Skiing in South America. |
| Nicasio, Christopher | GSM2 | 1991 – 1994 | MP | |
| Landry, Kevin | EN1(SW) | 1991 – 1994 | MP | Retired in 1996. Best ship of 5 I served on and best in the fleet. Sad to have learned of its fate. Sure miss those days, however, memories last a life time. |
| Nash, Brian | DC2 | 1991 – 1995 | R | The Cush and it's crew. Thank you for your service. |
| Zollicoffer, Keith | DK3 | Jan 1991 – Sep 5, 1993 | Supply | Awsome ship! Had some really good times on Unitas! |
| Winters, Aaron | E-3 | Jan 1, 1991 – Mar 4, 1994 | 1st | I enjoyed my time aboard the Cushing. |
| Cameron, Michael | E-5/ET2 | Jan 3, 1991 – Aug 10, 1993 | CE | CSE1 |
| Cameron, Michael | ET2/E5 | Jan 15, 1991 – Aug 12, 1993 | CE | Had a great time onboard, I actually miss working on the Comm gear and the friends onboard. I will never forget it. Now working in the Automotive Electronics industry. Worked for General Motors at the Technical Center for 10 years. |
| Brown, Douglas | RMSN | Feb 1991 – Mar 23, 1993 | OC (Radio) | BrownDawg in da HOUSE!!!! I can still remember UNITAS XXXIII, I had a blast, but perhaps, the one thing I miss, are the friends I made, Clint, and Ryan. |
| Wilson, Bryne/bama | GMG3 | Feb 1, 1991 – Mar 17, 1995 | GM | ONE OF THE BEST SOFTBALL TEAMS IVE EVER PLAYED ON. MAYO, MIZE, CRISPIN, TEJAS, PANAMA......MANY OTHERS! LIVING IN TUSCALOOSA, AL. ROLL TIDE!! MGR OF TERRITORY DEVELOPMENT FOR PEPSI. GREAT WIFE AND KIDS. STILL PLAYING BALL. SOU. PEPSI |
| Brown, Douglas | RMSN | Feb 11, 1991 – Mar 23, 1993 | OC Division | |
| Provencio, Stephen | E-5/EW2 | Apr 18, 1991 – Feb 18, 1993 | Enjoyed Hawaii ! Enjoyed UNITAS 1992. | |
| Orozco, Gilbert | SH1 | Jun 1991 – Jul 1992 | S-3 | Great Ship |
| Friezer, Todd / Flick | Sonar Technician 3rd Class | Jun 1991 – Oct 1994 | CA | |
| Cain, Jeff | MSSN | Jun 1, 1991 – Oct 28, 1993 | SUPPLY | man....I had a hell of a time back in the day on that ship........unitas 92....RIO.....NEED I SAY MORE |
| Robertson, Trace | GSM 2 | Jun 1, 1991 – Sep 1, 1993 | MP | Great time Lot of fun South America was the best. Had a great time. |
| Glover, Daniel | EM1 | Aug 1991 – Jan 1993 | E-Div | This command was ok. UNITAS 33 rocked for a little while. Glad to get off and out. |
| Wilson, Jerome | E3 | Aug 1, 1991 – Jun 7, 1993 | Shipserviceman | Reported aboard after bootcamp in 1991 and remain aboard until 1993 until my mothers death in which cause me to leave service. |
| Albrecht, James | GMM1(SW) | Oct 1991 – Apr 1995 | AS | I still remember UNITAS and the many great friends that I had, GMM3 Smitty, and the rest of AS division |
| Haas, Jeffrey | GSM3 | Nov 1991 – Apr 1995 | MP | |
| Stallings, Boris | ET2 | Nov 1991 – Jan 1996 | CE | Good to see you all. |
| Jarreau, Eric (Joz) | RM3 | Dec 1991 – May 1995 | OC | We had some athletes & drunks on that boat!!! Panama, Tejas, Ebann, Bama, Evil, Zach, Parilla, Nash, Chip....I miss u guys!!!!! I'm a Firefighter/EMT (CAPT) since '95...got a hot wife w/ 2 lil girls life is GOOD!!! CINCPACFLT CHAMPS!..lat |
| Carlsward, Carl | Lt | Dec 1991 – Dec 1994 | EMO |
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