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At random: George Washington Endorsed the use of the first American submarine, David Bushnell's TURTLE, during the Revolution. Following the vessel's attack on a British man-of-war, he discussed the potential use of submarines in a letter to Thomas Jefferson.

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Posted 2025-04-24 12:01 PM (#105388)

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Subject: Thursday Obits

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.

DICKINSON .. .. .. Bruce Rae Dickinson, born Elmira, NY October 20, 1940 and passing peacefully with family at his side on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the age of 84.
Bruce was a 1958 graduate of Thomas A. Edison High School in Elmira Heights, NY. Upon graduating, he enlisted at the age of 17 in the Navy. Serving 20 years, he was a proud officer retiring with a rank of CWO3. During that time, he attended submarine school, nuclear power plant operator school and prototype school, qualifying him to work on submarines. Throughout his career he held positions as a drydocking officer for floating drydock. He served has a Dockmaster and a ship’s engineer officer for diesel vessels.
Upon his retirement from the navy in 1978, he went on to graduate from Corning Community College. He then went on for a second career and subsequent retirement from Hardinge, Inc.
Hobbies included golfing, bowling, target shooting. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, telling stories and making people laugh. He particularly enjoyed bartending and entertaining people behind the bar he built in his basement. As he got older, he enjoyed crossword puzzles and online games of Mahjong and Sudoku. He was rough around the edges but really a big softy and enjoyed people dishing it right back to him, which could always elicit a twinkle in his eye and a smile from him.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Jeanine. Children Dawn Haag and Bruce with wife Iris Dickinson, grandchildren Caitlyn (Dan) Farrell, Alexander (Erin) Haag, Amber (Bryan) Dickinson, Adam (Kimberly) Dickinson, Great Grandchildren Ava, Liam, Elaina, Peyton, Sister and Brother-in-law Jan Graves and Tim Carroll, niece Brooke and (Matthew) Holland, their daughter Kinley. He also leaves behind long-time friends Mike and Jackie, Paul, Ted and Tom.
Bruce is predeceased by his grandson Jeffrey and great-grandson Michael, parents Doris A and Charles F Dickinson, and brother-in-law Charly Graves.

HOLIFIELD .. .. .. Captain Allison James “Al” Holifield Jr., USN (Retired), passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on February 13th in Vero Beach, Florida. He was 85 years old.
Born in Jackson, Mississippi, Al was the son of Colonel Allison James Holifield Sr. and Sara Lott Holifield. He grew up in Sebring, Florida, where he developed a lifelong love for Corvettes and swamp buggies. But it was the call to serve that shaped his destiny. In 1957, he entered the United States Naval Academy, where he studied Nuclear Engineering and served in the 17th Company brigade. He graduated with honors in 1961, receiving his diploma from President John F. Kennedy.
Al went on to attend Nuclear Power and Submarine School in Groton, Connecticut, launching a distinguished career in the U.S. Navy. His early tours included service aboard the USS Dace (Sonar Officer, 1963–1966), USS Bancroft (Engineer Officer, 1966–1968), and USS Narwhal (Navigator/Operations Officer, 1970–1972).
Commanding submarines and leading their crews became his greatest passion. He had the distinct honor of commanding the NR-1 (1973–1976), where he played a critical role in the recovery of a Phoenix missile from the ocean floor—an event chronicled in the book Dark Waters. He later commanded the USS Pogy (1977–1979), taking his proud Navy family to Hawaii, followed by his final submarine command aboard the USS Ethan Allen (1979–1981).
His distinguished shore assignments included serving as Force Intelligence Officer at COMSUBPAC in Hawaii (1981-1984), Commanding Officer of the Naval Intelligence Support Center in Washington, D.C. (1984–1987), and Staff Director of the Defense Liaison Division at the Pentagon (1987–1991). After three decades of dedicated service, he retired from active duty in 1991.
Al’s commitment to service continued beyond the Navy. He led the complex closure and cleanup efforts of the nuclear weapons factory Rocky Flats Plant near Denver, Colorado (1991-1998), playing a key role in environmental restoration.
Al retired fully in Vero Beach, Florida, where he spent his days surrounded by family, friends, and golf. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he brought kindness, wisdom, and love to those around him. He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Mugs; his three daughters, Buffie, Cristina, and Donna; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
A military funeral service will be held at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, in the coming months, where he will be honored for a lifetime of dedication to his country.

ELLIOT .. .. .. Forrest Lee Elliott, Jr., 82, of Gordonsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025. Born in Newport News, Virginia, Forrest lived a full and meaningful life defined by hard work, fishing, love of family and travel, and of course his long time relationship with God.

After his time in the Navy, he worked nearly 25 years at Phillip Morris before retiring in Danville, Virginia. Forrest found great joy exploring the country in his RV, always eager for the next scenic stop or active fishing hole. When he later met the love of his life, Penny Breeden, he settled in Gordonsville, Virginia, and they built a life filled with unconditional love. He also enjoyed the love and relationships with many step-children and grandchildren, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, and countless extended family members.

He was known for his overflowing breakfasts of pancakes, bacon and sausage, no matter the crowd or location. This simple act, full of love and togetherness, are treasured memories for his step-grandkids who adored him.

He loved to reminisce about taking his stepdaughter, Elizabeth, on a fishing trip off Lake Erie and teaching his Minnesota grandkids how to fish. The Deutsch grandkids loved walks and beach trips with PopPop, and searching out his treats in the house.

A proud Navy veteran, Forrest was often seen around town wearing his Navy hat with a USS-242 Bluegill submarine emblem, engaging nearly any passers by.

Forrest was preceded in death by the two men he loved most: his son Clifton Elliott & his grandson James Elliott. Forrest is survived by his beloved wife, Penny J. Breeden, his many adored stepchildren and step-grandchildren, his cherished granddaughter Ella Daniels and her mother Sherry, both of Tucson, Arizona. All of whom held a special place in his heart.

Forrest will be remembered for his heart for God, for people and his nation, his pride of family history, and the countless memories made with those closest to him.

A celebration of Forrest’s life and memory will be held at a later date. Please let the family know if you would like to be informed as details are arranged.

Forrest’s family would like to say thank you to the Neuro Department at UVA Health and the Louisa Health & Rehab Center. Your medical expertise and care in this difficult time is remarkable. Thank you for your medical attention and care for Forrest as well as your kindness toward family.

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