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USS Guam (LPH 9) Crew List

The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the USS Guam (LPH 9). 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 858 crew members registered for the USS Guam (LPH 9).

Select the period (starting by the reporting year): precomm – 1965 | 1966 – 1968 | 1969 – 1971 | 1972 – 1973 | 1974 – 1975 | 1976 | 1977 – 1978 | 1979 – 1980 | 1981 – 1982 | 1983 – 1984 | 1985 | 1986 – 1987 | 1988 – 1989 | 1990 – 1991 | 1992 – 1994 | 1995 – 1996 | 1997 – now

Name	Rank/Rate	Period	Division	Remarks/Photo
Giorno, Ken	ET2	1974 – 1978	OE01
White, Jon	RM3	1974 – 1977	Ops	Had a great time for the most part. Lived hard, but eased up enough to last til 1985 as a DS. Saw 50 men die on the Guam. 49 at Barcelona, and SN King on deck. May God rest their souls.
Henry, Stephen	L13	1974 – 1977	L13
Capehart, Lee	CPL	Jan 1974 – 1978	2nd Mar Div	Never will forget the Friendships & bonds made during that Med Cruise. The Names escapes me now, but the faces are always with me. Lost some good men on 17 Jan. '77. SEMPER FI.
Bailey, Jim	IC2	Jan 3, 1974 – May 24, 1977	E
Stephens, Richard (Rick)	DP2	Jan 3, 1974 – Sep 12, 1977	S-7	2 Med Cruises; thru the Suez to Kenya; survived the Barcelona accident. See a lot of names that are bringing back a lot of good memories. I wish you all fair winds and following seas.
Reinhart, Steve	DP2	Jan 4, 1974 – Aug 16, 1977	S-7	Aboard for 2 Med deployments, GTMO, Barcelona accident, trip to Kenya, through Suez Canal. Currently a colonel in USAF, commanding a medical group.
Galbraith, Alan	DP2	Jan 20, 1974 – Sep 12, 1976	S7	2 MED cruises including the one with the accident in Barcelona. Amazing to see familiar names. Walked down the plank for the last time with Rick 1974
Falkenstein, Gary	SK-2	Feb 1974 – Jul 1977	S-6	Served with the best, young fun filled time for Me.
Sarno, Paul	ETR2	Feb 1974 – Oct 1978	OE	Made 3 Med Cruises. I was one of the Photographers for the Cruise books. Did a lot of growing up, faced death, repaired a lot of electronic equip, made a lot of friends, got an education that you couldn't buy anywhere.
Schulte, Patrick	DP2	Feb 1974 – Sep 1977	S 7	Great seeing the names of old shipmates. Dowdy, Reinhart, Galbraith, Stephenson, & Falkenstein. Worked for gov"t after Navy in San Diego. Move back to Rochester MN in 1994 and bought a grocery store. IT WAS A BLAST!!
Nunley, Howard	ABHC	Mar 7, 1974 – Sep 9, 1974	V1	Flight Deck Chief
Dickerson, Clarence	AC2	Apr 1974 – Jul 19, 1975	Air Operation AC2	Hey John, I hope you see this.
Porto, Frank	HTFN	Apr 1974 – Jun 29, 1975	R- Div.	I was 17 when i was stationed on the Guam, i had a tough time in my personal life at that time,a time in my life i wasn't very proud of. But i met a lot of good people that i'll never forget HT-1 William Dunn and crew.
Dawson, Robert G. Dawson	GMG 2	Apr 15, 1974 – Sep 16, 1977	Fox	Did two Med Cruises, was there for the Barcelona accident the changeing of the aircraft elevator, GITMO, crossing the equator, and so much more.After the Guam I went into Reserves and retired from there as a CPO in 1997
Holmes, David	AWAN	May 1974 – Jun 1975	Sea Control Unit	My first ship, will always remember her.
Arnett, Pat	EN1	May 1, 1974 – May 1, 1977	A	I like to remember the good times playing music for the crew. Known as Tennessee Donnie D & Alabama Arnie. Tommy Koval, our drummer, I will miss forever. Was 1st Class Petty Officer for the boat that was hit. Like to hear from you.
Foreman, Larry L	AK3	May 16, 1974 – May 16, 1976	S-6	I served with Gary Geddling, Norman Carpenter, Bobby Word, CW04 Preti, Dennis Kirkendall, Maurice Vanison, Dennis Howe, Lance Sweeten, and many more. Please feel free to contact me and talk old times.
Iannucci, Anthony	ABH-3	Jun 24, 1974 – Jan 13, 1977	V-1	HAD ALOT OF GREAT TIMES, MET ALOT OF GOOD PEOPLE, LOST SOME GOOD FRIENDS TOO. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM SOME OF THE GUYS.
Medrano, Joe	TM2	Jul 13, 1974 – Jul 13, 1975	Fox ,Weapons	Worked with BPDSMS (Missle system). Took a tour to the Med. Best time got to see alot of places.
Smith, Sam (Smitty)	BM2	Aug 1, 1974 – Apr 1, 1978	Deck	Did two Med's. Was on the beach during the 77 accident. Boat crew most of the last two years. Captains Coxswain for a while, until a small Captains Mast.
Smith, Sam (Smitty)	BM2	Aug 1, 1974 – Jan 7, 1978	Deck
Nesbitt, Harry	PNSN	Aug 7, 1974 – Dec 14, 1977	NX	Boxed inGuam Smokers! Chec me out on Facebook.
Vance, Ronald	AMS1	Aug 31, 1974 – May 1, 1977	V-2
Anderson, Shane Dawg	SN	Sep 1974 – Apr 26, 1976	Deck	I was a boat coaxswain, drove liberty boats, always hanging over the side of the ship painting,grinding, and or tying knots. Hung out on the fan tail quite often. Seemed to always trying to stay out of trouble. .
Hill, Steven (Haircut)	E-3	Sep 1974 – Sep 1975	DECK	I was only there for a short while.It sure was a wild time!!!
Underhill, Don	PN2	Nov 1974 – Jul 1977	Personnel	I served on board the Guam in the Personnel Department. I remember most of men listed here. I have a lot of good memories and stories. I hope you are all well and blessed.
Cabaniss, Neal	HM2	Nov 1, 1974 – Dec 4, 1977	H Medical	My first ship and a lot of good memories. Hello to all my shipmates. See alot of familiar names. Steve Akerman, Dave Perotti and "Doc" Kahn. Hope you all are well. Retired from the Navy in 1995.
Holman, Danny	BM3	Nov 14, 1974 – Nov 14, 1977	2ND	Best times ever met the best friends one could meet, was @ Barcelona Spain where we lost a lot of good men, I often think about those guys.
Philbrick, Mike	MMFN	Nov 24, 1974 – Jun 21, 1975	M
Cotto Nieves, Eduardo	QM 2	1975 – Jun 5, 1978	Navigation	Div. Officer LComander Gary Pluckett, The Navy's best. We'll never forget Barcelona.
McGarry, Chris	YN3	1975 – 1977	Engineering Log Room Yeoman	Med Cruise. Naples, Barcelona, Kenya, GITMO. On board during Barcelona mishap. Would like to hear from you guys that remember me on that cruise.
Fleming, Jerry	RM1	1975 – 1979	CR	Remember Barcelona
Waldsmith, Shane	MMFN	1975 – 1977	engineering
Matthews, Mike	DS2	1975 – 1977	S-7	Shipyard Philladelphia, Gitmo, Barcelona accident, Kenya. I was just about to step aboard the boat in Barcelona when the Chief put his arm on my chest and said, no more. Thanks Chief.
Bancroft, Jr, Myron	AO3	1975 – 1978	FOX	It was great to see some names I haven't thought about in years. Steve, Todd, Brian, Randy and Smitty I hope you are all well and life is treating you good.
Herzog, Robert (The Zog)	DM3	1975 – 1977	OP	I was ships draftsman and worked with the print shop. Painted an American flag in the Forecastle. Was PNA'd for DM2 while onboard. Ironically, a DM1 had to take my billet when my EOS came up. I don't recall his name.
Hughes, Norman	EWCS	1975 – 1980	OI	Good ship. Good crew. Great Chief's Mess.
Craig, David	ET1	1975 – Jun 26, 1978	OE	Served on board for 4 Med cruises, and was on board during the Barcelona, Spain accident.
Henry, Steve	Lithographer	1975 – 1977	Admin	Did two Med Cruises. We also had a pretty good Flag Football team. I was on emergency leave during Barcelona but knew a bunch of the mates we lost. Good to see so many familiar names here.
Gentry, Will (Chip)	hm3	Jan 1975 – May 1977	medical	I was there during the accident. /also looking for Kool Breeeze,Nesbeth,Rara Kelley(B-more)
MacNichol, Bruce	AT3	Jan 1, 1975 – Oct 1, 1978	AIMD
Laugtug, Loren	PN2	Jan 15, 1975 – Dec 21, 1975	(Personnel)	Would be interested in hearing from guys who were in USS Guam's X-Division in 1975.
Johnson, Steve	HTFN	Jan 15, 1975 – Jan 15, 1978		SURVIVOR OF LIBERTY LAUNCH ACCIDENT. HELLO TO ALL WHO HAVE SERVED!!!
Louisignau, Robert/"Louie"	Abh3	Jan 15, 1975 – Dec 15, 1977	V3/V1	The most enjoyable two years of my enlistment-served among the finest shipmates I could ask for, and traveled to some amazing and memorable places.
Moody, Glenn	SH2	Feb 1975 – Jan 1979	SH	I WAS THERE DURING BARCELONA TRIP AND IT IS GOOD TO SEE SOME FAMILAR NAMES.WHAT A TRIP THOSE YEARS!I HOPE EVERYONE IS WELL AND MAKING LOTS OF DOUGH.
Dowdy, Randall	DP2	Feb 2, 1975 – Jun 2, 1978	S-7	Was aboard for the Barcelona LCM boat accident, recieved Meritorious Service Medal for life saving actions on the pier. May they all rest in peace. Retired in 1994 as DPCS(SW).
Clark, Clifford	AC-3	Feb 10, 1975 – Jul 2, 1978	OPERATIONS	I was on my first Shore Patrol as an E4 the night of the Barcelona incident.The trip prio to the incident to Kenya was enjoyable, I was also saxophone player in the band we put together. The boating accident claimed our drummer as well as many others
Rounsville, Kevin	SK3	Mar 15, 1975 – Sep 12, 1978	S-1/S-6
Reed, William S (Stan)	SM3	Mar 30, 1975 – Jan 31, 1977	Communications	Was the last sailor on the last Mike boat prior to the one struck and capsized in Barcelona harbor. A very lucky break.
Garcia, Robert (Pc)	PC3	Mar 30, 1975 – Jun 24, 1978		was your postal clerk, 2 med cruises, was involved in barcelona boat accident, contact me7195442608 ore-mail me at robertgarcia4311@comcast.net, very important.lost alot of shipmates, had alot of fun and alot of friends.
Kipp, Randy (Rev)	FTM2	Apr 1975 – Sep 1979	FOX	Some of the best years of my life. Enjoyed 3 1/2 Med. cruises. Still have dreams about being onboard. Sheesh! Navy training has served me well through life. Would love to hear from anyone during the years I was onboard.
Herman, Karl (Homer)	ETN2	Apr 1975 – Aug 1978	OPS
Stemmler, Joe	DK2	Apr 1975 – Apr 1978	S-4	Good to see so many familiar names. The yards, Gitmo, 76-77 Med cruise. I'll never forget those we lost in Barcelona. Discharged 1980, went home to San Diego. I work for a nonprofit that provides services to veterans.
Griffith, Thomas	E-5/ABF-2	Apr 28, 1975 – Dec 12, 1975	V-4
Johnson, David	E3 DECK APE	May 1975 – May 1977	2nd Deck	Lots of proud deck apes still out there. I've talked to some. Great memories, some not so good. Barcelona accident will never forget. I was one of the duty boat coxswains that night participating in rescue.
Harrington, Richard	SH3	May 1, 1975 – Oct 29, 1976	S-2	Not sure of exact dates.I Worked mostly in officers barbor shop.I left in Naples just before the Barcelona accident.I did the Suez Canal trip to Africa & Egypt. I remember Roger Mays Robert Mathis Glen Moody Ed Katz. I have good memories.
Walker, Francis (Frank)	ABH-3	May 27, 1975 –	V-3 V-1	I was oboard for the North Atlantic Cruise in I beleive in 73 and the Med Cruise in 74. I remember loosing a couple of Helo's on the North Atlatic cruise and also loosing one in the Bahamas(H-3)I am Vice President of the USS Guam Ass.We have reuni
Schober, Randy	HT-2	Aug 1975 – Aug 1977	Engineering	Looking for shipmates on the Guam LPH-9 and USS Saginaw LST-1188
Burgess, Bob	ABH-3	Aug 1975 – Aug 1979	V-1	The Guam was my first command of my eight years. I have a lot of great memories of the ship, her crew, and the Marine Air Wing.
Brown, Michael	AG1	Aug 15, 1975 – Apr 2, 1998	OA	Had a great time.
Flavell, Ed	BM3	Aug 15, 1975 – Jun 15, 1978	First division	Had a good three years on the guam.wasinvolved with the recovery in barcelona drove the captians gig .I still rememberit as if it was yesterday.do any of you guys remember CWO2 smith alias TWO TALL.
Wade, Charles	EN2	Aug 24, 1975 – Jul 20, 1979	A Division	I also was aboard the Guam in Barcelona when the boat was struck by the Russian ship. Some of the folks I worked with was on the boat when it capsized. Except for that event, I enjoyed every moment on board.
Boreson, Jim	BOATSWAINS MATE	Sep 1975 – May 1979	1st and 2nd	any deck apes around?
Hauter, Todd	AO1	Sep 1975 – Apr 1978	Fox	This fall, my wife and I will be taking a Med cruise on one of the Princess boats. One port of interest will be Barcelona. I remember clearly, the boating accident on 17 Jan. 1977, I will visit the memorial.
Arce Santiago, Miguel	SH-3	Sep 1975 – Jun 1976	Supply Dept.	Good old days after Vietnam
Mercer, Richard	ADJ-3	Sep 1975 – Aug 12, 1977	AIMD	Lots of memories from the Guam, i.e. Astro Niner (CH46F), Shark fishing off the stern, Mombassa, Gitmo, Haiti, Barcelona, and slamming horse drawn carts thru Alexandria, Egypt at 2am on Christmas morning and friends.....
Cobb, Willie	SHSN	Sep 12, 1975 – Jun 9, 1979	S3
Verdon, James	AG2	Sep 15, 1975 – Feb 14, 1979	Air Ops (Weather)	Many good memories of Guam. I was onboard during Barcelona incident. Great, dedicated crew. Great football games on weekends at fleet rec grounds in Norfolk.
Kearney, Tim (Goat)	akan-ak2	Sep 28, 1975 – Dec 28, 1979	s-6/aimd	great bunch of guys...especially the ones that did not make it...presently in asheville nc...best years of my 20 year career spent on guam...really still have problems dealing with what happened that night...but survived
Schaefer, James Schaefer	AC2	Oct 1975 – Oct 1977	Air ops
Schaefer, James Schaefer	AC2	Oct 8, 1975 – Oct 4, 1977	Air ops	I was air controller in air ops
Humenesky, Stephen	BTFN	Nov 1975 – Sep 1976	engineering	was assigned to the Guam second handed. I was assigned to the USS Belknap old of service school in Great Lakes. The day before I was report for duty it collided with the JFK. But the USS Guam became my SHIP
Schero, Howard	OS1	Nov 1975 – Nov 1979	OI
Silva, Frank	E3	Nov 1, 1975 – May 12, 1979	V4	BEST TIME OF MY LIFE REMEMBER SADLY BARCELONA LOST SOME GOOD PEOPLE THAT SAD NIGHT PULLED DUTY THAT NIGHT, V4 WE FUEL THE WORLD
Kautz, Ed	SH2	Nov 20, 1975 – Jul 6, 1980	S-3	Spent 5 Years on the Guam. So of the best times of my life. I would love to here from any shipmates from that time.
Richard, Carl	EM3	Dec 1975 – May 1977	E Division	Another ship with bad accident. I remember the accident anchored off Barcelona. Sad that you don’t get to say bye. God Bless them.
Mason, Jerry	PN2	Dec 1, 1975 – Jun 1, 1979	X Division	There lies the port; the vessel puffs her sail: There gloom the dark, broad seas. My mariners, Souls that have toil'd, and wrought, and thought with me— -Tennyson
Webb, William	ABH 2	Dec 7, 1975 – Apr 17, 1977	V3	God bless Mike and thanks to all the shipmates I served with.
Brown, Todd D.	JO3	Dec 10, 1975 – Aug 22, 1977	X	First Navy Journalist to embark. Helped Install and operated 1st S.I.T.E. closed circuit TV system. Still wonder what the truth was surrounding Barcelona landing craft disaster.
Martin, Paul L	ABH	Dec 31, 1975 – Dec 17, 1979	V-1 / V-3	Looking for more guys that was on there went I was.

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