Tradewinds May 2026

Volume 82

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.

🌺❤️Happy Mothers Day!❤️🌺

1. Bowfin Pearl Harbor Base

Bowfin Meeting – We conducted our May meeting at Clean Sweep Bar, Lockwood Hall. The following members attended – Dave Atkins, Jim Bazemore, David Bilek, Rodney Boucher, Karl Dye, Nelson Greer, Gary Grisham, Gary Johnson, John Johnson, Paul Jurcsak, Brett Kulbis, Ace Parker, Crichton Roberts, Tom Schmidt, Thom Sousa, Tim Sparks, Pat Suenaga, Wade Thode, and Joe Winzenried.

Welcomed Guests – Miye Bilek, Nancy Kreis, Ann Gosling, Gregg Parker, Wes and Will Thode.

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 May.

Patrol Reports

USS Bowfin (SS-287): 83 Years Since the Commission of the “Pearl Harbor Avenger”

Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum Monthly E-Newsletter – April 2026

“Forged to Fight”: The 126th Pearl Harbor Enlisted Submarine Birthday Ball

Bowfin Holland Club Members

Base Officers & Staff

Commander Paul T. Jurcsak
Vice Commander Tim Sparks
Secretary Brett Kulbis
Treasurer Pat Suenaga
Chief of the Boat Gary G. Johnson
Storekeeper George F. Barlett

This Month in Base History

1988 – Actor Tony Curtis affiliated with USSVI of WWII Hawai’i Chapter. Tony served in WWII onboard USS Proteus (AS-19).

1985 – USS Growler officially becomes the Hawai’i State Boat.

1980 – USSVI of WWII Hawai’i Chapter and USSVI of WWII Relief Crew ONE begin having combined monthly meetings.

1964 – United States Submarine Veterans of WWII constituted as a legal non-profit with a license to operate and conduct business in all 50 States.

1959 – United States Submarine Veterans of WWII Hawai’i State Chapter established.

2. U.S. Submarine Veterans Inc.

News and Bulletins
American Submariner

USSVI Officers & Staff

USSVI National Commander Jon D. Jaques
USSVI Western Region Director Peter T. Juhos
USSVI Western District 6 Commander Dave Vanderveen
USSVI Office Manager Charles F. Murray

3. Information of Interest

VA News Releases
Defense News – Early Bird

4. Still On Patrol