Volume 63
To perpetuate the memory of our shipmates who gave their lives while voluntarily serving in submarine warfare in the pursuit of their duties while serving their country. That their dedication, deeds and supreme sacrifice be a constant source of motivation toward greater accomplishments. To further promote and keep alive the spirit and unity that existed among submarine crewmen during World War II. To promote sociability general welfare and good fellowship among our members. To pledge loyalty and patriotism to the United States of America and it’s constitution.
1. Bowfin Pearl Harbor Base
Bowfin Meeting – We conducted our October meeting at Clean Sweep Bar, Lockwood Hall. The following members attended – Base Commander Paul Jurcsak, Secretary Brett Kulbis, Treasurer Carl Tatro, COB Gary Johnson, and members Dave Atkins, George Barlett, David Bilek, Rodney Boucher, Allen Clemons, Chris Cunha, David Danby, Dan Del Monte, Karl Dye, Paul Ferguson, Ben McGowan, Crichton Roberts, Pat Suenaga, Wade Thode, and Ken Voorhees.
It was wonderful to see Chris Cunha and Paul Ferguson.
Welcomed Guests – Miya Bilek, Renee Ferguson, Edith Clemons, Judith McGowan, and Cathy Cunha.
Binnacle List – Please keep the all our members and their families in your good thoughts and prayers.
Hauʻoli Lā Hānau! Bowfin Birthdays for the month of October.
Patrol Reports
19th Annual Nisei Veterans Ceremony
Navy identifies three vessels impacted by faulty shipyard weld work
Bowfin Holland Club Members
This Month in Base History
2010 – Naval Station Pearl Harbor combines with Hickam Air Force Base to become Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam (JBPHH).
1960 – Submarine Memorial Pearl Harbor dedication ceremony.
Get ready to go Over The Edge!
On October 19, Bowfin Subvet Dan Del Monte will be 1 of 96 people participating in the 15th Annual Over The Edge fundraiser for the athletes of Special Olympics Hawai’i. He will be rappelling 40 stories – that’s 400 feet – down the side of the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa for this great cause!
If you would like to support Dan and the Hawai’i Special Olympics please click HERE and donate TODAY! Dan’s goal is to raise over $4,000.
Base Officers & Staff
Commander | Vice Commander |
Secretary | Treasurer |
Chief of the Boat | Storekeeper |
Base Committees
USSVI Committee | Aloha Committee |
Boy Scout Troop 97 | Boat Sponsorship Program |
Binnacle List |
2. U.S. Submarine Veterans Inc.
News and Bulletins
American Submariner
USSVI Officers & Staff
USSVI National Commander | USSVI Western Region Director |
USSVI Western District 6 Commander | USSVI Office Manager |
3. Information of Interest
VA News Releases
Defense News – Early Bird
FOOD ASSISTANCE FOR MILITARY FAMILIES
It is estimated that more than 25% of active-duty military families and 10% of veteran families in our area need assistance with food. The ASYMCA Marketplace helps to combat this issue in the community we serve. This program helps military families worry less about food and focus on mission readiness.
The ASYMCA Marketplace provides no-cost food assistance to active duty, guard, and reserve service members and their dependents in need of food assistance. For information on using this assistance, click HERE for more information.
4. Still On Patrol
Tolling of the bells for boats lost in the month of October.
5. Important Links
Bowfin Base Pearl Harbor
Plan of the Day
Bowfin Pearl Harbor Base Photo Album
USSVI Bowfin Base Facebook (Like Us, Follow Us and Share with your shipmates)
Past Bowfin Base Eblasts
Friends of the Submarine Memorial Chapel Facebook (Like Us, Follow Us and Share with your shipmates)
USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
American Submariner Magazine
Pearl Harbor Dolphin Store (Your one stop shop for submarine merchandise.)
6. Submarine Humor
7. Submariners Prayer
Our mailing address is:
USSVI Bowfin Base Pearl Harbor
94-219 Wehena Place
Waipahu, Hawaii 96797
Bowfin Pearl Harbor Base 