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Posted 2025-04-19 6:25 PM (#105384)

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https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=eternal%20patrol%20by%20ussvi

The above link goes to the USSVI (United States Submarine Veterans, Inc.) Facebook page where their members who have gone on “Eternal Patrol” are noted.

I’ll keep my work here going, trying to get others who were not USSVI members. You’re encouraged to look there as well as here! Obviously, there’ll be some I miss and some I duplicate.

RANDRUP .. .. .. Peter Nelson Randrup 1932-2025 And then there was El.... Born in Baltimore, the only son of Danish immigrants Anders and Ellen Nielsen Randrup, he grew to be 6'4" of lovable human. He cherished his nearly 67 years of marriage to his very best friend Eleanor Brainard Randrup, to whom he became engaged three weeks after their first blind date. Together they raised 4.23 children (if you know, you know), and went on to have 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He reveled in his family. Dinners always involved fun quiz games or a group read of "Cheaper by the Dozen" or a "Happy Hollisters" mystery. Dinner often included 'gentle' reminders of proper etiquette: one's elbow might be summarily 'encouraged' off the table. Or, if one were chewing with one's mouth open: "Why are you practicing for the choir at the table?" and giggling was right out! His most famous quote was "Quit your GD giggling!" Whether it was visiting the dump at Block Island, playing all night Monopoly games, shagging fly balls on the school baseball fields, driving 'Droopsy' home from the Empire Theater, filling the iconic VW van with seaweed for the organic garden, cheating and claiming victory when engaged in a bike race home to Dickens Point vs. his niece, Patti, or trying to convince Peter Jr to get a haircut or a t-shirt that said "J-E-R-K" - life with our dad was simply the very VERY best. He was a loving uncle to Patti Brainard, Betsy Brown, Jim Glassco, and Bill Glassco, and somehow survived the loss of his son Morgan Brainard Randrup in 1995. But his joy and his strength were always his 'best pal' El. They lived for many years in the Hartford area, including several years at 'the Farm' - the Brainard family farm on the top of Avon mountain - where they had a goat, a horse, chickens, and a huge organic garden, and where he was in his happy place. But Dad was thrilled when they finally moved back to Baltimore - his hometown - in the late 70s, where they spent the next 40 years. He proudly showed the sights of 'Charm City' to anyone he could coerce into the car for a trip around the back streets, passing by Margaret Brent PS 53, Druid Hill Park, the shot tower, Lexington Market, and Fort McHenry. Dad graduated from Towson High School in 1949 and after spending a semester at the University of Maryland, he decided to enlist in the Air Force. A friend suggested that he apply to the USNA, and after a year at Naval Academy Prep School he was accepted. He was certain he'd be academically separated after his first semester, so he planned to study four hours each evening and that was it - no more - let the chips fall where they may. But, because he dedicated himself to focused study for those hours, his grades began to rise, and by graduation he secured several awards including earning a watch for the mid who improved the most academically over 4 years. He graduated in 1956, and served on the USS St Paul and USS Harry F Bauer. Fascinated by subs, he applied to sub school and got in, headed to Groton and a fateful blind date with a Connecticut College girl: the absolute light of his life - El. He was late to their first date because he went to a 'really swell lecture on subs'. She 'forgave him', and a second date was secured. She has since admitted that the fact that he was a tall, gorgeous Viking with a hot sports car and a fabulous sense of humor may have tilted the balance in his favor! Peanut butter and jelly, peas and carrots, mac and cheese (don't even get us started on cheese); they simply belonged together. And those of us who got to go along for the ride were so incredibly blessed. He served on the USS Hardhead (a diesel submarine. Because THAT makes sense when you're 6'4", right?), and retired from the Navy in 1961. He then worked in various defense related industries and obtained his MBA from American International College. He began teaching-first at the University of Hartford, then Roger Williams University, then in the business school at the University of Baltimore, and then at Averett College, Lebanon Valley College, and Frostburg State. He reconnected with the USNA and the class of '56 when his daughter started dating a mid in 1984. He loved going to class tailgaters for several years, only stopping when COVID kept him from the road. He took great pleasure in seeing two of his grandsons (Matt and Chris) follow in his footsteps to Canoe U with the classes of 2012 and 2015, and another grandson (Ryan) serve four years in the Navy as well. In retirement, he became a faithful volunteer for the Seafarers Society of Baltimore and the Red Cross. Both roles saw him in his happy place: driving. He drove sailors on errands and drove blood supplies all over MD (often with his daughter's enormous dog, Mudgie, along for the ride). Weekends often found Elie and him aboard his 28 ft sailboat "The Dandy" cruising about the Chesapeake Bay, harkening back to his days at USNA where he crewed for 3 years in the Newport to Bermuda race. He found literally any excuse to hit the road, always finding a way to arrive at his designated destination 'by way of Scranton", and stopping along the way for 'a little something'. He also hiked about 800 miles of the Appalachian Trail and longed to go back and complete it. In order to travel to Europe inexpensively, he became an international courier and carried packages back and forth between Copenhagen and New York City. Immensely proud of his Viking heritage, a favorite family tradition was the celebration of Smorrebrod on Christmas Eve. El, ever the good sport, made the Risengrod every year. It was her cross to bear. Sons Anders Randrup III, Peter N. Randrup, Jr., and Morgan Brainard Randrup will never know how close they came to being named Thor, Odin and Lars Erik. As you read this (and really, we're impressed that you've made it this far - but he lived a long and FULL life!) he is no doubt chatting with St. Peter about the virtues of the Naval Academy and his beloved Orioles, sipping a Natty Boh, his beautiful blue eyes shining down on Elie and his family with love, while puckering up and sharing a final 'kissy-kiss'. Survivors include his wife Eleanor Brainard Randrup of Keene, NH (formerly of Baltimore), sons Anders Randrup III (Lennie) of Salisbury, MD and Peter Randrup, Jr., (Sara) of Glen Arm, MD, daughters Eleanor Randrup Hein (Robert) of Norfolk, VA and Rennie Randrup Washburn (David) of West Chesterfield, NH; grandchildren Katie, Sarah, Andy, Tyler, Carly, Claudia, Alex, Brendan, Michelle, Ryan, Casey, Morgan, Emily, Matt and Chris. Services will be private. "You are unrepeatable. There is a magic about you that is all your own." - D.M. Dellinger

SILVERBERG .. .. .. Terrence Charles Silverberg was born May 3, 1950 to Grace and Friedolf Silverberg in Ramsey, MN. Terry was called home by the Heavenly Father on April 15, 2025; 18 days short of his 75th birthday.
To know Terry was to know love in action-- love for his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; his love, partner, and wife of 45 years, Jennie; and the life he built with purpose and joy. Each day he would spend time with the Lord and never miss an opportunity to say “I love you” to Jennie. Yes, he loved to tease her, but he also loved to dance with her any chance he had, even if it was just in the kitchen serenading her with love songs. If you were lucky enough to spend time around them you could never doubt the love and admiration they had for one another through their actions, words, and shared joy. Their love is rare and was a living example of devotion – a marriage grounded in faith and overflowing with affection.
Terry was a proud and loving father to four children-- Karley, Kaleb, Kenzie, and Keyana. He delighted in sharing his passions with them: his faith in Jesus, his love for the open water, classical music and operas (oh, and Meatloaf too), his love for this country, downhill and water skiing, sports cars, and how to make a perfectly toasted golden-brown s’more over a campfire. He was just as eager to learn about the things his kids loved. Whether it be cheering at swim meets, learning about dogs or princesses, cheering for the cheerleaders, or being a star during many father-daughter dance recitals, Terry did it all with a joyful heart. As the kids grew into adults, Terry’s role naturally evolved into that of a wise counselor and trusted advisor. His greatest hope was that his children would love the Lord, cherish their families, and live with the same faith, generosity, and sense of purpose that he strived to model. Through his steady love and consistent example, that hope lives on. He often shared that his greatest joy came from seeing the faith his children and their spouses now live out, and the love they’re nurturing in their own families. To Terry and Jennie, that was the true measure of success.
Terry and Jennie’s legacy continues to grow through their (soon to be) ten grandchildren. Known affectionately as Grandpa Toto, he is loved deeply by each one. Whether teaching them his signature dance moves, playing the ‘shark’ while swimming in the lake, going for rides in his car, beating them at Wii games, cheering them on at all their activities and concerts, or making up silly games, he was the apple of their eye. His grandchildren adored him, and he soaked up every bit of their love, especially when they teased him right back.
Terry proudly served his country as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy on the USS James Monroe, a nuclear submarine, from July 26,1972 until he was honorably discharged on July 28, 1978.After serving his country, Terry started a career with Northern States Power (NSP) in Monticello. He would go on to work in Eau Claire, Minneapolis, and Red Wing where he spent the majority of his career at Prairie Island Nuclear Plant, until he retired in 2007.
After raising their family in Red Wing, and attending First Covenant Church in Red Wing, Minnesota, Terry and Jennie retired and moved to Cumberland, Wisconsin. They built their dream log home on Beaver Dam Lake. They became members of the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake, Wisconsin where Terry served on the leadership board. In addition to their local service, Terry and Jennie have been involved with combating human trafficking through the Free Initiative with the Covenant Church and the International Justice Mission (IJM).
Spending time with Terry meant laughing often and picking up on the little sayings and quirks that made him unmistakably him. He had a way of sneaking wisdom into everyday moments — like his often repeated line to his children: “Live below your means and know the magic of compound interest.” He was also the faithful prayer of the family, always closing with a twinkle in his eye and a playful, “And please make Granny a good Granny.” Without fail, the grandkids would shout back in chorus, “SHE ALREADY IS A GOOD GRANNY!” It became a cherished family tradition, one that captured both his humor and his heart. Terry lived by his humor and his faith. Through life’s triumphs and trials he always prayed that it all be for the Glory of God.

Terry lived a life marked by faith, joy, wisdom, fast cars, and unwavering love for his family. He made life richer for those who knew him — whether through his deep conversations, his cheesy jokes, or the unmistakable joy he felt simply being with the people he loved most. Though he will be deeply missed, his legacy, faith, and love lives on through his family and friends.
Terry was greeted in Heaven by his mother and father, Grace and Friedolf; younger brother, Mark; and in-laws, Arlene and Willis Rux, and Bud Hasty.
He is survived by the love of his life, Jennie; his greatest blessings, Karley (Vince) Depatto, Jackson, Elin, and Lilia; Kaleb (Stacy) Silverberg, Aspen, Olive, and Banyan; Kenzie (Zach) Anderson, Sawyer, and Mack; Keyana (Sean) Richter, Kit, baby #2 due in May; his brother Jon (Linda) Silverberg; his sister-in-law Mary Silverberg; mother-in-law Donna Hasty; and many other family members.
“Well done, my good and faithful servant.” Matthew 25:21
A wake will be held on Tuesday, April 22 from 4-7 PM. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, April 23 at 11:30, a light lunch will follow. All services will be held at the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake, Wisconsin. (348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, WI 54005)

GIZONI .. .. .. Ernest Paul Gizoni Sr. (Giz) November 24, 1928 to April 1, 2013. Born in Washington (Harrisburg), PA; one of 18 children. A graduate of Washington HS; he entered the United States Navy which he honorably served for more than 20 years as a proud member of the Submarine service retiring in the late ’60s. Following his naval career, worked for the United Parcel Service (UPS) as a driver for another 25+ years. Husband to Ouida Evelyn Gizoni (1929-2003); Survived by his sisters Jean and Yolanda and brother Anthony; by children Anthony (Tony), Helen, Ernest Jr and Byron; Grandfather to Gilbert, Priscilla, Sergio and Christina. A Service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Bonita Valley Community Church, 4744 Bonita Rd., Bonita, CA 91902. Celebration of life to be held at “Joycees” 1025 Elkelton Blvd, Spring Valley, CA 91977 following the service.

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