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The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the USS Ajax (AR 6). 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 726 crew members registered for the USS Ajax (AR 6).
Select the period (starting by the reporting year): precomm – 1950 | 1951 – 1955 | 1956 – 1961 | 1962 – 1964 | 1965 – 1966 | 1967 – 1968 | 1969 – 1970 | 1971 – 1972 | 1973 – 1975 | 1976 – 1977 | 1978 – 1979 | 1980 – 1981 | 1982 – 1983 | 1984 | 1985 – now
Name | Rank/Rate | Period | Division | Remarks/Photo |
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Fowler, Leonard | LIEUTENANT | 1980 – 1982 | Engineering | I served aboard the Ajax on two occassions, the first time as the MPA then the Engineer, the second time as the assistant Repair Officer and then the Repair Officer and decommisioning crew. Made several WestPacs which were great. |
Davis, Gary | MS3 | 1980 – 1983 | S2 | Made 2 WesPac's on this old tub. The repair ship that couldn't repair itself. Did they ever get a new starboard shaft after 1983? |
Davis, Gary | MS2 | 1980 – 1983 | S2 | Out of 20 years service, the best command I ever served on. |
Adams, Smiley (Pam) | PO3 | 1980 – 1984 | ADMIN/REPAIR/DECK | My fondest memory after coming aboard was to be able to walk out to the bow every day even when it rained, and get the salt spray into my face. I retired in 1992 as a PO1. In 1994 I was diagnosed with MS by the VA |
Hamby, Phil | IC3 | Jan 1980 – Mar 1981 | E | Some of the best times of my life were on the Ajax. Boarded in San Deigo, sailed to Deigo Garcia and back. Good Crew and Officers |
Butler, Curtis | EM2 | Jan 1980 – Jun 1982 | I had the best time of my life onboard the old girl. I'd like to know if there is anyone from the basketball team (1981-82) out there. If so, contact me | |
Huddleston, Bill | BT2 | Jan 1, 1980 – Jul 12, 1983 | MP | Fond Memories, Sad to see her go. Forward Engine Room and Oil Lab....Wainright, Kemp, Petterson Mac good fellas |
Bauer, Randy | BT3 | Jan 3, 1980 – Jan 7, 1982 | R-2 | Member of Boiler Repair Shop (41) & Watchstander Fireroom #2 when underway. |
Butler, Curtis | EM2 | Jan 4, 1980 – May 30, 1982 | E Division | The old girl was, hands down, my favorite command. |
Patterson, Dan | FN E-3 | Jan 10, 1980 – Jul 5, 1981 | MP | Wow its been a long time since I was on this ship. I remember the wastpac to the IO and how hot it was.lol I also remember the Great friends that I still think about and miss like Jim Williams and Charley Duer.Hope you both are well. |
Selzer, Paul.selzer@av.abbott.com | E6/ET1 | Jan 14, 1980 – Mar 1, 1982 | Repair | Last day of service was March 28, 1982. |
Rankin, Scott | FN / HT3 | Jan 23, 1980 – Sep 23, 1982 | R1, Pipe Shop 56A, Shipfitter Shop 11A | Hey Jack, choke anyone lately? Good ship for first time @ sea, she didn't sail. Learned many things, how to fix just about anything, life lessons. Made many good friends and would like to get back in touch! |
Moss, Ken | EN2 | Feb 1980 – Jul 1982 | A-Gang | I have been thinking a lot about my time with the Ajax latey, I have been telling my co-workers about the memories. I found this site thru Google Earth by clicking on a ship. How awesome to find this & to see Sowry & Harmon on the crewlist. |
Wann, Ben (Ob 1) | E3 | Feb 1980 – Mar 1980 | E-2 (IC) | I came aboard for a very short time but it provided me with a lifetime of memories. I hope all that served her are well... |
Washington, William Cray | PETTEY OFFICER 3RD CLASS IC3 | Feb 2, 1980 – Feb 2, 1983 | INTERIOR COMMUNICATIONS ICMEN | I REMEMBER OFFICER NORRIS ONE OF THE FIIRST FEMALE OFFICER ON BOARD! I ALSO REMEMBER THE FIRST ENLISTED FEMALE. CAPT.CONWAY WAS IN CMMAND DO NOT REMEMBER THE XO. HERE SOME OF THE CREW KENNY JACKSON MICHEAL CAMPBEL. |
Skerstad, Gary | SK3 | Feb 6, 1980 – Feb 15, 1983 | Best time of my navy career. Where are all you old SK's. | |
Skerstad, Gary | SK3 | Feb 8, 1980 – Feb 15, 1983 | S-1 | First WESTPAC was memorable. This was by far my best experience. Where are all the old SK's |
Soucek, Randy | BM3 | Apr 1980 – Jan 1983 | First | I made two trips to Diego Garcia on the old girl. I hauled alot of you guys back and forth to Island on the liberty boats there.Great times, Great Crew, I hope all of you are doing well. |
Hambly, Fred | E-3 | Apr 1980 – Jan 20, 1982 | 1st | Boy those were the days. I made the west pac of 1980. fun days. What a great bunch of guys to sail with. Pray all is well with all. |
Ron, Tallman | LTJG | Jun 1980 – Jun 1983 | Admin Legal Officer | Enjoyed my two WESTPAC's on AJAX. A great crew and a lot of great memories. |
Fowler, Leonard | LT. | Jun 6, 1980 – 1982 | MPA, R-1 Office, Engineering Office | |
Reekie, Douglas | BT3 | Aug 1980 – Jul 1983 | MP | We had some great times on the west pacs and swinging on the hook in D.G. |
Burch, Craig | DP2 | Aug 1980 – 1981 | S-7 ADP | Where is everyone at now? |
Nygren, Russ | HT2 | Aug 11, 1980 – Aug 23, 1983 | R-6 | AHOY SHIPMATES, WHAT'S UP? IF ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBERS ME, SEND OUT AN E-MAIL OR CALL AND SAY HEY! I WAS ASSIGNED TO THE NDT LAB FROM 8/1980 TO 8/231983. IT WOULD BE GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU. |
Moffat, Paul J "Moff" | HT2 | Sep 1980 – Nov 12, 1982 | R1 17A Sheetmetal Shop | Some of the best memories include going down under to Sydney in 1980 and getting underway and hanging out at the bow watching the flying fish and dolphins glide with the ship. The R1 party on Diego Garcia Playing in the band and softball games. |
Harmon, Diarmaid "Irish" | EN | Oct 1980 – Apr 1984 | A-Gang | Very fond memories |
Bohannon, Michael (Bo) | FN-HT2 | Oct 1980 – Jun 1985 | Repair 56-A | |
Hillman, Jesse | E-3/YNSN | Oct 1, 1980 – Jul 3, 1985 | Admin | |
Bristow, Milton (Cat) | MMFN | Oct 10, 1980 – Oct 17, 1984 | A-gang | fond memories good to see a few guys from a-gang on the list . Working in the oil fields now reminds me of wes-pac 7/12's would like to hear from Jay Aldridge 907-776-3743 |
Boatwright, David | HT2 | Oct 13, 1980 – Oct 13, 1982 | R-1 | |
Keeler, Lynn | EN2 | Nov 1980 – Nov 1982 | Engine Shop | Don't remember the exact dates, but I was among the first women on board ship, the only female in my shop. I remember my shopmates fondly. I don't miss being seasick, the second trip across the equator was a killer! |
Tremaine, Ted | HTFR-HT2 | Nov 1980 – 1984 | R-1 | My first command after boot camp and HT "A" school. Brother duty, worked in the Lagging Shop, Carpenter Shop and Pipe Shop. Met my first wife on the ship. |
Duignan, James | HT2 | Nov 20, 1980 – Jul 27, 1984 | R-1 Sheetmetal Shop | Had a good time there,I meet alot of people |
Bates, John | HTC | Dec 1, 1980 – Nov 20, 1985 | R-1 and R-7 | I was the LCPO for the weld shop and shipfitter shop. I met a lot of nice people during my tour on the ship. |
Bates, John | HTC | Dec 5, 1980 – Nov 1, 1985 | R-1/R-7 | |
Sowry, Cress | ENE4 | Dec 8, 1980 – Jun 10, 1982 | DC A-Gang | |
Perez, Juan | MMC/E-7 | Dec 20, 1980 – Sep 30, 1982 | R-2 | Left USS Tripoli to AR-6. Assigned to R-2's Valve Shop and then a year later to the Pump Shop. Worked for Ltjg Frazier. |
Leytham, Robert | IC2 | 1981 – 1983 | Engineering | I got on board when she was in drydock for an overhaul. I still miss the friends I had on board but have lost contact. Mark Campbell, Scott Peterson, please write me back. |
Sanders, Vern | FN/E3 | 1981 – 1983 | Engineering/Aft Engine Room | After leaving worked with the Navy Divers until I left Active Duty. Reserve on the USS Pluck.Got out for a year. Rejoind the military in the USAFR and worked KC-135 Air Refueling Tankers until I retired as MSgt/E7. |
Riley, Kim | RM3 | Jan 1981 – Sep 1983 | One of the best times of my navy career, especially being the wog dog during my west pac! | |
Hunter-renholzberger, Brenda | HM | Jan 1981 – May 1983 | Deck Division / Medical Dept | Wow, What an experience with this ship & crew. Met a lot of Good Men & Women. They looked out for each other, Out of all the years I spent Active duty these were very memorable. Hope to here from some old friends. |
Obershaw, Roger | Ens-Ltjg | Jan 1981 – Jun 1983 | Supply Department | Great opportunity, great duty, fabulous Westpac (my last) in '82. If anyone desires to communicate with me, (rco4426@msn.com). Retired in 1986, |
Babonis (Aubuchont 78-93), Joyce | HM2 | Jan 1981 – Nov 1982 | Medical | One of the original 30 female enlisted sailors to join the Ajax crew. WESTPAC '82. A great ride. Changed my life forever. Served with HM2 Mark Hall DR Parker and DR Walker. |
Pogorzelski/lincoln/clark, Cathy(Pogo) | RM2 | Feb 1981 – Mar 1984 | R2/Teletype Repair Shop/Radio Central | What a great time on board the bucket of bolts! LOL! so many great memories, so many great people, wonder where they have all gone? West-pac '82' a blast. |
Lyle, Christopher | EM4 | Mar 1981 – Mar 1984 | R-3 | Projector Shop |
Sauer, Clifford | MM1(SW) | Mar 1981 – Apr 1983 | R-2 38-A R-5 QA | Started out in 38A Pump Shop, took over the valve shop then to Ship Sup. then to QA. Had a great time while onboard looking back. Ended up Retiring a Senior Chief in 1993. Would like to hear from anyone I served with. |
Stoops, Dave | HT2 | Apr 1981 – Nov 1984 | ||
Anthony, Johnny (Aka) Nuke | BMSN- E3 | Apr 10, 1981 – Jul 10, 1984 | 2nd div | was the wonderful time of my life and really a great experince that i will never ever forget all of my shipmates and close friends would be interested in hooking up with you all part of west pac 1982 haze gray underway! |
Robbins, Carl | MM3 | May 1981 – Mar 1984 | MP | Good memories good times and doing very well these days |
Mike, Bick | Machist's mate FN | May 1981 – | Engineering | Alot of good memories from Westpac tour. Serving as a Main control "Hole snipe" was an experience I'll never forget. |
Campbell, Gerald | seaman | May 13, 1981 – Oct 19, 1983 | deck | ajax gerald campbell deck aka singapore slim thanks for the memories west pac big money slushing vfw conraderie laughts all sinbad sailors shout out feilds aka clumbo i miss them days peace to all stay up |
Malican, Michael | E-3 MM | Jul 17, 1981 – Jun 13, 1983 | pump shop? | had the best time of my life. i misss the navy. should have stayed longer |
Perry, Carl | HT3 | Sep 1, 1981 – Sep 1, 1984 | R-1 | Pipe Shop 56-A |
Dudley, Ricky | E-2 | Nov 4, 1981 – Apr 8, 1983 | dcr | i really miss going out to sea and all the freind i had back then . loved west pack , i will always remember the fun we had . and the places we went to |
Keys, Henry | bms-E3 | Nov 10, 1981 – Jul 15, 1984 | 1ST division -crane crew | hey I miss being on broad. hang with my friend. those was the best of time. Do any one remeber killer miller boatswian mate1st class or dino calahand. I ran the paint locker n was on the crane crew. i was on the west pac of 82 |
Garrett, Paul | ML2 | Dec 1981 – Jul 1985 | R1 | |
Garrett, Chris | PERSONNELMAN (SN AT THAT TIME) | Dec 1, 1981 – Apr 1, 1983 | Was PSI to PN "A" school. Saw both ends of the spectrum...deck ape to pencil pusher. I loved it all.Did the dry dock and West-Pac. Learned I loved Filipina women!!! Married one, 23 years now. Went to Vancouver LPD-2 to go West-pac'n. | |
Brewer, William | seaman 1 | Dec 3, 1981 – Aug 12, 1983 | Boatswains Mate |
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