Tradewinds September 2026

Volume 86

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 September meeting on the Lanai, Lockwood Hall. The following members attended – Base Commander Paul Jurcsak, Secretary Brett Kulbis, Treasurer Pat Suenaga, Acting COB Jim Bazemore, and members David Bilek,
Rodney Boucher, Karl Dye, John Johnson, Ace Parker, Crichton Roberts, and Thom Sousa.

🎉 Congratulations to Paul Jurcsak, Tim Sparks, Brett Kulbis, and Pat Suenage for being re-elected to their leadership positions. 👏

Welcomed Guests – Nancy Kreis, Miya Bilek, Ann Gosling, Gregg Parker, and Janice Souza.

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 September.

Patrol Reports

We Will Never Forget 9/11!

Dan’s Doing It Again!

Dan Del Monte will be going “Over the Edge” again this year with a goal to raise $10,000, and asks that you “Please donate for these wonderful folks.” To donate click HERE.

Bowfin Holland Club Members

This Month in Base History

2014 – Location for USS Growler plaque at Arizona Memorial identified.
2008 – Newsletter of Year 2008 (Class III 2nd Place)
2007 – Newsletter of the Year 2007 (Class III Runner-Up)
1988 – POW Medal Awarded to USSVI of WWII Hawai’i Chapter member Herb Conser.

Base Officers & Staff