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USS Tulagi (CVE 72) Crew List

The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the USS Tulagi (CVE 72). 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 71 crew members registered for the USS Tulagi (CVE 72).

Select the period (starting by the reporting year): precomm – 1944 | 1945 – now

NameRank/RatePeriodDivisionRemarks/Photo
Brannon, Wayne E.Not sure1941 – 1945Not sureAdding my great uncle (grandfather's brother). Wayne E. Brannon passed away on January 10, 2004 at 80 years old. Any information about his military service would be apperciated.
Sheeley, MarkFIREMAN FIRST CLASS1942 –My grandfather served on the Tulagi, but I don't know what time period yet. He served on the ship as it made its way to Japan after Pearl Harbor. He passed away May 6, 2006, and was always very proud of the Tulagi.
Brown, Jack1942 – 1945Does Anyone Know anything about this person he is my Grandpa please e-mail me or send me a message please my e-mail is pfcbrown19@yahoo.com
Clemons, George (Clem)STC1942 – 1945Chief StewardMy GreatGrandfather served with a great deal of pride. He passed away a few years back. Im curenntly serving in the Navy as an E6 (AC1). I would love any info or pictures from this era to pass to my children.
Box, Jr., AllenBM3C1942 – 19451stPlank owner, ship commissioned in Bremerton, WA, 1943, trial run made to Pearl Harbor. My e-mail address: vr.al.box@sbcglobal.net.
Arslanian, George "head"1942 – 1945I'm listing my dads name who passed away in 1997. He was a signalman aboard the TULAGI. If anyone has any memories of him please email me at geo8180@msn.com
Donahue, Gerald T.Lieutenant (JG)1942 – 1945no ideaRegistering my father, who passed away in January 2004. He didn't say much about his service, but was very proud to have been part of the war effort.
Clancy, JohnChief Petty Officer1942 –?On Nov. 22 2010 CPO John E Clancy passed away. As his son I can only say how proud he was of his service on Tulagi. He was assigned to the engine room. I would love to hear from anyone who served with him.
Fox, Adra LeeSK1CFeb 17, 1942 – Sep 27, 1945Adra Lee is living on Lake Leon in Eastland County, Texas. He served on the Tulagi during the invasion of Southern France, Lingayan Gulf, Iwo Jima, & Okinawa. He was the SK1C. Also on the Chamont AP-5 Battle of Komandorski Islands. Please e-mail us!
Hill, FrankMar 4, 1942 –
Elwood, EdmundLuetenant JGSep 15, 1942 – Mar 22, 1944PilotThis is my dad, a remarkable man who was very proud to serve during WWII. Sadly he passed on Sept. 18, 2014
Small, RobertRADAR MAN 3RD CLASS1943 – 1946v3.......
McOmber, CharlesLT.,JG1943 – Jun 1944Engineering OfficerPlank Owner, remembers depth charges keeping everyone awake in Oran, remembers carrying USS Block Island survivors and U-boat survivors on same trip.
Douglas, BobbyCARPENTERS MATE 1ST CLASS1943 – 1945I am entering this info for my deceased uncle John Joseph who served on USS Tulagi during WW2 he told me many stories of the Kamikaze attacks when I was a young boy. Thanks too all who served and made sacrifices during WW2 God bless.
Sargent, Roy WinthropMACHINIST MATE1943 –My father proudly served on the TULAGI and I am proud to add his name to this website. He passed on August 10, 2002. His granson, who loved him deeply, found this site for me to add his name with the other fine men who served during the war
Tracy, ArthurAMM 3/C1943 –V2My Uncle Art served in the U.S. Navy during the War. His older brother Warren E Tracy 1918-1995 (ADC) retired in 1958 as E-8; served on Milwaukee, Hancock, Ranger. I thank all our vets for my freedom. God Bless those fighting today.
Anderson, James Edward (Ed)GUNNERS MATE1943 –My dad serven on the Tulagi, I discovered this in his records. He was from Spartanburg SC and passed away in 1993.
Ruff, IrvinAMM1943 – 1945My dad was on the Tulagi and passed away about 20 years ago following surgery. I am in the process of going through some of his stuff that has been in storage. I have found a copy of the ships newspaper and a copy of a picture of the ship.
Ach, Robert (Bobby Or "Tulagi Terror")Crew1943 – 1945?My dad served not quite sure of dates; he was very proud of everyone he served with, didn't speak too much about experiences. Would love to hear from anyone who remembers him, my dad passed away 7/2/06. Was nicknamed Tulagi Terror.
Garbin, John (Gino)Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd class1943 – 1945/John is my dad and still lives in the Greensburg PA area.
Young, Charles Readcook1943 – 1945not knownServed as a cook and ammunition supplier. Served in Pearl Harbor and many other ports.
Tharp, JohnnieMACHINIST MATE FIRST CLASS1943 – 1945REFRIGERATION
Monosson, AdolpheLT1943 – 1945unknownI am registering my father who served as a photographer on the USS Tulagi cve 72.
Elliott, DonaldSeaman 1C1943 – 1946GunneryWas a gunner in forward gun pod.
Kuder, JamesRADARMANJan 15, 1943 – Apr 8, 1946this is info I am entering for my deceased father i dont know the exact dates for enlistment and discharge. But I know he would want to be listed here
Welch, Joe profile iconSeman 1st classMar 1943 – Feb 1946Gunner, 2nd divisionI'm posting this information for my Dad, Joe Welch, who is alive and well in Sumner WA. He would love to hear from anyone who knew him. Joe does not have a computer. Please email me and I will tell him.
Lodge, Philip J.Apr 1943 – Oct 1945
Walters, IrvinSEAMAN 1ST CLASSMay 10, 1943 – Mar 21, 19461stFirst assignment was DD390 USS Lang. Transferred to the USS Tulagi on Nov. 11,1943. Part of Commissioning Crew-Plank Holder. On ship until Sept. 45.
Box, Jr, AllenCoxman's MateJul 1943 – Nov 19451st divisionLooking for Seaman Louis Mcannaly Shipmate serving with me on the USS Tulagi. I served on the USS Rochambeau transport prior to the commissioning of the USS Tulagi
Lebo, LeonELECTRICIAN MATE3RD CLASSJul 14, 1943 – Sep 1945
Calvin, Grover H., "Cal"MACHINIST MATE -- PO3 (?)Sep 1943 – Sep 1945MThis sailor was my uncle. Co. 122-43 at Farragut, MM Class 26-43 at San Diego, Tulagi until the end of the war. He was "oil king" at some stage of his Tulagi service. He died in 1964. I'd like to hear from any shipmate who may remember
Huber, WaverlyF1cNov 1943 – Apr 6, 1946B Division Fireman
Hagen, DonaldSEAMENDec 1943 – 1946My father was on this ship and would like put on this list He passed away June 7th 2005 at 81 years Maybe some may have known him as Don Hagen
Peck, Eugene W. "Bill"CPHOMDec 1943 – Sep 1945My father, "Bill" Peck passed away September 1995. He was very proud of his service on the Tulagi as a photographer. I have many of his photos in my personal collection. I also have his plank owner's certificate. Carol Peck
Rugg, Richard, "Bud"MACHINIST MATE, 2ND CLASSDec 1943 – Feb 1946MPlank owner. Forward engine room.
Mahlon, BarberMACHINIST MATE R 2CDec 3, 1943 – Sep 3, 1945APlank Owner "A" Division
Miller, BobAMM 1/CDec 18, 1943 – Sep 18, 1945V-1I was Petty Officer in charge of the Plane Directors on the flight deck and spotted the planes on the catipult. I have pictures of V-1 Division and of the awarding of commendation ribbons for the invasion of Southern France, which I was one
Boroughs, HerbCHIEF MACHINISTS MATEDec 21, 1943 – Apr 30, 1946Herb Boroughs was my uncle (my mothers brother) & served aboard the Tulagi throughout her service life. He also served in the St. Louis & was aboard when she lost her bow to a jap torpedo. Uncle Herb passed away Oct 23, 2005. He was 92
Ingram, Thomas H.QUARTERMASTER 2ND CLASSDec 21, 1943 – Nov 8, 1945Navigation Plankowner Remember the "Mighty T" , one of the best of the "Little Giants", and the way we performed in our actions against our enemys. Paved the way in regards to small carrier combat functions.
Furnish, Arthur1944 –
Curran, Thomas C.LCDR1944 – 1945Thomas Curran was my grandfather. I would appreciate any information anyone might have about him or the ship in general during the period in which he served.
Ferguson, RobertEnsign1944 – 1945F6F pilotThis is my grandfather, he is still alive and well just wanna know more about his service.
Felts, GeorgeAVIATION MACHINISTS MATE THIRD CLASSJan 3, 1944 – Jul 11, 1945COMPOSITE SQUADRON NINETY TWOTHIS IS FOR MY GRANDFATHER WOOD LIKE TO KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT HIM AND HIS TIME ON THE SHIP AND THE PEOPLE WHO HE FLEW WITH.
Parcell, GeneJan 21, 1944 –can't remember
Simmons, JamesRADARMANFeb 1944 – Sep 1945V3Reported to Tulagi in San Diego and in Samar planes and Aviation crews were disembarked Sept 1945. We waited 3 mos for other transport back to the States. In Samar nickname "Jungle Jim". "Ruptured Duck" at Terminal Island CA. April 19
Poll, JohnSEAMAN 1ST CLASSFeb 4, 1944 – Feb 2, 1946Air A1
Hart, Horace profile iconSeaman Second ClassFeb 16, 1944 – Sep 19, 1945First Deck DivisionThis was my grandfather. He passed away February 7, 2013. I am looking for anyone who might have served with him.
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White, Dale profile iconAMM 2/cMar 13, 1944 – Jun 29, 1945VC-92Robert F. White was my father, who died in 1964. I'm attempting to learn of his life aboard the Tulagi, and would like to hear from anyone who knew him.
Kennedy, Anderson LonzoS2CMar 17, 1944 – Jan 1946 not sureI recived my dads records and found he served on the Tulagi,He was at Okinawa,Southern France,Phillipines,crossed the 180th Meridian,Lingayen&Subic Bay assaults.He passed in 94'So I enter his info for him.I Love you Dad&Miss you much.
Welch, AndrewApr 3, 1944 – May 2, 1945
Haynes, A. M. (Mutt)FIREMAN,FLC V6May 22, 1944 – Mar 15, 1946This salior was my Grandfather. I am looking for anyone who may have known him or have any photos. I have a few of him myself. Would be glad to hear from anyone about their time on board.
Demasters, Marion F.ENSIGN/PILOTJun 1944 – Aug 1944Lost at sea around August 22, 1944. Looking for anyone who may have known him (my uncle.)
Spencer, RaymondAMM2CJun 6, 1944 – Jul 7, 1944V2Plane Captain
Thomas, Clifford, Arthur JuniorWATER TENDER 2ND CLASSJun 15, 1944 – Jun 15, 1945engineeringI worked with the boilers below deck (way down there). I just held on and survived.
Maass, Fritz profile iconSM3Jun 17, 1944 – Dec 23, 1945SignalmanI am posting on behalf of my Grandpa who served on this ship in 1944 and 1945. I'm hopeful of connecting with folks as I have photos, post cards and his personal writings. He passed on 05/01/2014 and is greatly missed.
Miller, Mahlon - (Babe)3RD CLASS PETTY OFFICERJul 1944 – Nov 1946Remembers planes being washed off the deck of the ship during bad storms. Also Kamikazee's constantly dropping all around the ship. Many planes dropped off flight deck on take-off. Lucky to return home alive. Spends winters now in AZ, at age 90.
Adams, SamSEAMANSep 1944 – Apr 19451stHello
Keech, Finley M.AEROGRAPHER'S MATE 3/COct 1944 – Oct 1945
Naegle, ChuckM3COct 28, 1944 – Jul 1, 1945VC-92Entering for my father in law, now 86. Turret gunner on TBM. Crew: pilot Paul Garrison, radioman Hank Bandini. Email me for contact
Godwin, RalphCheif Petty Officer (machinist mid ship?)Nov 1944 – Jul 1945machinistMy grandfather (now 90) served on Tulagi in the Pacific in WW2. I have a few pics of him and his co-workers in the machinist group. They aren't all named. Looks like "Korky" and "Mac"? email me at raef@rocketmail.com
Bush, John (Jack)Lt. j.g. retireed as a CaptainNov 1, 1944 – May 1, 1945VC-92 fighter pilotI am entering this on behalf of my father who passed away Oct. 1988. My dad loved to fly and always spoke of his fellow pilots and crew members. I am looking for anyone who knew my father. Miss you forever dad.
Byrne, HarryLT.,J.G.Dec 1944 – Jul 1945Composite Squadron 92TBM pilot
Hermann, EdwardLT. JGDec 1944 – Mar 1945VC-92This is my father. I was wondering if anyone knows of him or flew with him? Also, did this division have anything to do with the sinking of the Yamato?

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