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USS Independence (CV 62) Crew List

The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the USS Independence (CV 62). 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 2716 crew members registered for the USS Independence (CV 62).

Select the period (starting by the reporting year): precomm – 1959 | 1960 – 1961 | 1962 – 1963 | 1964 | 1965 | 1966 | 1967 – 1968 | 1969 | 1970 | 1971 | 1972 | 1973 | 1974 | 1975 | 1976 | 1977 – 1977 | 1978 | 1979 | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 | 1984 | 1985 – 1986 | 1987 | 1988 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 – now

NameRank/RatePeriodDivisionRemarks/Photo
Scarbrough, ChuckE-31977 – 1981B
MacDonald, Glenn "Mac"1977 – 1981V-2 "The Waist Cats""Indy" is where I became a man. Thanks to all that played a part in this portion of my life... Mac
Morrison, StevenE3 BM1977 – 19795tha lot of good memories & great ports
Groves, Wayneairman1977 – 1978AIMDLooking back these were great times, although I didn't think so at the time. I remember losing an F-4 that hit the round down and the guys that didn't survive the crash. On a higher note Italy was a hoot!
Hedahl, KyleAT2/E5@1977 – 1980AvionicsI thoroughly enjoyed my 2 Med Cruises. I've reconnected with some of my buddies from the Indy from the "Together We Served" site. Would love to hear from anyone who was inboard between 1977-1980.
Blozen, FrankOS 31977 – Aug 25, 1980OIGetting in touch with all OI division crew members I sailed with
Brunelle, KeithE41977 – 1980RepairAFFF shop- pipe shop- fire party
Gilley, LeeMM31977 – Apr 16, 1980A division Steam Heat/Catapult shop EAO3Would love to hear from any of Chief Holly's "Pirates". I was always proud of you guys. Sound off if you're out there.
Shires, RobertABE-21977 – 1980V-2 Waist Cats
Dietrich, WaltGMT2/BM2Jan 1977 – Feb 1981W/Ship's 3M Officelooking to hear from Scott, Wag, Jake, Jim Stone, Mike Gore or any of the old gang
Przytulski, RaymondBT-E3Jan 1, 1977 – Sep 1, 1979B
Lee, Embrit (Britt)RM3Jan 3, 1977 – Jun 30, 1979RMGreat ship and a great crew! The "Indy" was a remarkable ship of the line !
Newell, BobAE2Jan 4, 1977 – Jul 23, 1977Anti Submarine Squadron VS-31Great ship-great crew! Made our Med cruise - squadron out of NAS Cecil Field,Florida.Many memories...
Reilly, JerryMM2Jan 7, 1977 – Jun 13, 1980M-DivThe Med cruises. Crossing the Atlantic in Hurricane and trying to refuel with it.
Teller, James Nicknam-jimAZANFeb 1977 – Jun 1979V2
Pilat, Johnmm3Feb 1977 – Feb 1981m and b divSnipe 4 ever worked in 3mmr and abc shop. knew harry dohlick, cheek buzzard, ferris, gamble. plus more cant find a one of them wnet on meds cruise, perth did it all. Indy at Bremerton now waiting to go out one last t
Phillips, RonaldRM1/RMCFeb 2, 1977 – May 1, 1980CRGreat Ship. All Communications Department please go to http://www.ussindependence.us and join the reunion group. R/Ron Phillips
Hughes, Jim (Howie)SK3Feb 10, 1977 – Oct 20, 1980S-1 (Mezz)Awesome time on the Indy. 2 Med Cruises & a hell of alot of memories. any "Goons" out there?
Herbst, GaryHT 2Feb 15, 1977 – Jun 12, 1980RepairIt would be nice to hear from somebody I remember. I worked in the carpenter shop and on Nucleus Fire Party at sea.
Carson, DougRM3Feb 17, 1977 – Oct 24, 1979CommBest bunch of guys I have ever known, 2 med cruises and a great Gitmo. Portsmouth shipyard was kinda lame. Would never trade the experience. QRU
Waite, Steven R.ABHMar 1977 – Sep 9, 1977V-1Thanks Capt., Officers and crew members of the U.S.S. Independence, and especially Thomas F. Dickson III who told the Capt.,"We ain't leavin here without him" Sept. 9th at 00:10 1977, Man Overboard! 3hrs at Sea A Time to Remembe
Hahn, GaryE2Mar 1977 – 1979EWhat a fantastic voyage I had on the Indy! It was my first of 3 ships that I served on. I also served on a Destroyer and a Submarine Tender. Join the Navy and see the world!
Wagner, Kenneth profile iconGMTSNMar 1, 1977 – Oct 30, 1980WeaponsDid 2 Med cruises and a retro in Portsmouth Shipyard. Boy that place sucked....Was a great time in my life and ignited a traveling spirit. Work in Television now and think often of my days on the "Indy".
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Bower, MartyE-4/BT3Mar 3, 1977 – Jul 1, 1980B Divisionport and starboard liberty stunk,otherwise had a great time,would like to hear from the "guys".
Odom, JohnnyABHCSMar 10, 1977 – Jun 10, 1980V-1
Cuddy, MatthewPRANMar 12, 1977 – Oct 5, 1980AIRWINGVF-33 Parachute Rigger. Had a great time on the Indy, except for the real bugs in the bug juice. When I was on her only one fresh water conderser was on-line at any time, made for water-hours. Naples Naples Naples
Raymer, RobABE3Apr 1977 – Dec 1979V2Waist Cats
Cracraft, CharlieHTFNApr 14, 1977 – Mar 5, 1979RI was in the Light Water shop with Kevin Bailey, Patrick Smalling, Mike Mcintire I think his last name was from Upstate NY, Leroy Wallace, Paul Stucky was our 1st Class
Crystal, JerryetrsnApr 15, 1977 – Jun 28, 1980OEWas an intense experience - two Med Cruises, North atlantic cruise that rocked the ship in huge storms that lost a plane over the side- caribbean cruise and even a short time in Dry Dock - love to hear from old OE pals
Bobola, RobertEM2May 1977 – May 1981E
Lorini, TonyMay 1977 – Apr 1979AIMDASH3
Blankenship, NelsonSNJun 1977 – Feb 19802 ND
Hatcher, MichaelE4Jun 1977 – Oct 1980Boat shop
Price, Max profile icone-3Jun 1977 – Jan 19791st div
Wooters, JerryBT1Jun 7, 1977 – Dec 12, 1983BI worked in 2mmr
Cuellar, TomE-5Jul 14, 1977 – Jul 14, 1981G-4/3Lookin' for Grease Monkeys from G-4. Or any friends from time spent on Ship. Email: ftn81tc@comcast.net
Vasquez, PaulE3 ABEJul 20, 1977 – Feb 2, 1980V2 Arresting GearThree years of a life time that made a difference.
Warren, Donald profile iconE-1 Jul 27, 1977 – Aug 28, 1981M-DIV 1MMR I was in # 1 Main engine room. Forgotten a lot of names Would like to hear from you all.Jerry Gibson,Jeff Husk, (Chad)boudy,Flanagan,Hains,Scotty, Rafrano,Ferris, MMs & BTs from all 4 rooms.
Allison, Alan KeithAK2Jul 28, 1977 – Jul 28, 1981S6Remember TJ Snyder, Frog David Valdez, Crowbar Tony Trumble, Dan Shaver who got killed, Cardine Cummings, Dan Beason and Jake Mitsushima who died also. And Robert Bousquet who was also killed, just 17 years old from La, We lost so many
Gratton, ThomasRadiomanAug 1977 – Aug 10, 1978CummunicationsLooking for shipmate from Seattle, WA Steve Lemming
Steidley, Darrell QMSNAug 7, 1977 – Sep 1, 1978NavigationLooking for Michael McNoble or Demby....or anyone else who was cool but not "that guy", you know who you are
Pierce, Kevin (Bear)ABH2Aug 21, 1977 – Aug 21, 1981V1Blue Shirt & Yellow Shirt in Fly 3, then Crash and Salvage, for Med & Indian Ocean Cruises, Equator/Shellback & Suez Canal.
hinson, tonyMM3Aug 26, 1977 – Jan 1981A GANG O2N2 SHOPHAD A GOOD TIME WHILE ON THE INDY
Lagrange, Jim / B.b.BT3Sep 1977 – Feb 1981B-DIVI remember all of you guys. Ed the Head, Bo, Coot, Mac, Joey Santone. Miss the good times, forgot the bad. Remember the uptakes? Oh Yeah!
McDaniel, CharlesADR1 ADRC ADC ADCSSep 1977 – Aug 1980COD CrewCOD Crew. Best job in my career 1979 SAILOR of the Year. COD CREW 1985 to 88. we had 3-1as assigned at one time
Goodrich, RickDS2Sep 7, 1977 – Dec 31, 1979OEAn experiance of a lifetime. I have lost all photos and hope that some of you will email me some. My memories are fading and I don't want to forget her. THANKS
Dan, RiesenbeckE3Sep 18, 1977 – Dec 23, 1978IM 2 AIMDWORKED IN THE O2 SHOP AND PRODUCTION CONTROL.
Hale, KenABE2Sep 21, 1977 – Jun 21, 1981V2 Arresting GearHave made a few contacts over the years feel free to send an email
Pierce, Kevin (Bear)ABH2Oct 1977 – Aug 1981V1 (Crash Crew)Med & Indian Ocean Cruises Saw lots of amazing things! Made me realize the importance of life & family! Thanks to all who served! Bear
MacKie II, BruceBM3Oct 1977 – Nov 1980
Warren, Wayne Nickname TexmmssaOct 1977 – Oct 1980supplyI was proud to serve on her. And still to this day I would serve on the indy if she was still here.
Frazier, Stephen JoeABF ANOct 1977 – Sep 16, 1981V-4 Divisionthe best 4 years of my life!! it went by so fast!! long hot hours on the flightdeck and I still can smell the jet exhaust !! beware of the foul deck line!! V- 4 div #1
Hale, KenABE2Oct 1977 – Jun 1981V2 Arresting GearNever will forget the time I spent on the Indy especially on the flight deck had some close calls.
Imlah Jr, DavidRMSNOct 15, 1977 – Nov 25, 1978CR - UHF-1I still remember the firt time I saw her. Right out of A-School. She was in for overhaul at Portsmouth Navy Yard. On the ride from the gate I mistook her for just a big building. I spent the next 3-weeks getting lost. It was my first ship.
Walsh, Timothy P. Walsh TimmyEM2Oct 15, 1977 – Aug 16, 1980E
Murray, KelvinAK3Oct 20, 1977 – Nov 21, 1980V3 & IM-1
Garland, LawrenceABF ANOct 21, 1977 – Jun 24, 1980V- 4I really enjoyed working on the flight deck it was quite a rush.It is where I got nick named G-man. Made a lot of friends and enjoyed my time (maybe a little too much) on the old CV-62.
Vigil, RickE-2Nov 1977 – Nov 1978aimd
France, PeteIS2Nov 1977 – 1981OZ
Doughty, John PatSANov 14, 1977 – Mar 10, 19791st and 4th DeckDrop a line sometime....Was YN for most of the department. Replies from MARDET also welcomed.
Standridge, BillE-3Dec 1977 – Jul 1980G-3Ive allways had fond memories of the indy and all the good times we all had, I'm trying to find Bob Cooley a boatswains mate that worked in the sail loft, can anyone help me find him??
Paluscsak, DanAK3Dec 1977 – Jun 1981VA-176Attatched to VA-176 . Made 3 cruises on this old girl. After nearly 30 years, the memories are as fresh as ever. Made one cruise TAD to S-6 Div. Made 2 Med. cruises and one into the I.O. Perth was worth the wait!
Leavens, Artak4Dec 1977 – Sep 1978supply
Robinson, Herb (Robi)EN3Dec 16, 1977 – Jul 31, 1980ENGINEERINGBOAT SHOP CAPTAIN'S GIG
Evans, JohnSM2Dec 19, 1977 – Dec 4, 1981comm/csmy first ship in the navy, wild crew, and had a llot of fun....
Lowe, Larryabf3Dec 20, 1977 – Sep 7, 1979airphone talker/fuel checker.....taught by the best Mr. Johnny Goodlow

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