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At random: Dollar for dollar and man for man, the submarine is the country's most economical weapon. Comprising only 1.6 percent of the Navy's World War II personnel, the submarine service accounted for 55 percent of all enemy shipping destroyed.

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Posted 2025-08-12 2:48 PM (#105600)

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Subject: Tuesday Obits

https://www.facebook.com/ussvi.eternalpatrol/

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.

SEWELL .. .. .. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Doyle Burt Sewell, who left us unexpectedly in an accident on August 7, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on October 15, 1959, Doyle lived a life marked by service, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family and community.
Doyle was a distinguished veteran who served his country with honor in the Navy, where he proudly served on submarines and as a Navy Seal. His commitment to excellence extended beyond his military service; he graduated from Fort Pierce Central High School and earned an Associate's Degree in Science and Physical Therapy from Indian River State College, embodying a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and personal growth.
A devoted leader and community servant, Doyle was an active member of the Florida Jaycees, where he held the esteemed positions of past President of the Florida JCI Senate and State Advisor. His dedication to developing young leaders and fostering community growth was a testament to his generous spirit and belief in the potential of others. Doyle's impact on the lives of those he mentored will be felt for generations to come.
Doyle found joy in life's simple pleasures, including his beloved pets-dogs, cats, and even rats-who brought him endless happiness and companionship. An avid golfer, he cherished the time spent on the course, where he formed lasting friendships and created cherished memories. Above all, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather whose warmth and wisdom touched the lives of all who knew him.
Doyle was preceded in death by his father, Jack Sewell, and his mother, Irene Kelly Ross. He is survived by his beloved wife, Peggy Kirby Sewell; his son, Jack X Sewell (Lindsey); his stepdaughter, Erica Sanchez; his brother, John Sewell (Shari); his sister, Deidra Sewell; his brother-in-law, Robert Kirby; three grandsons and one granddaughter; nieces Meghan Favale (Mike), Ashley Sewell, and Kayla Sewell; three great nephews; and his extended family, including his stepmother, Yvonne Sewell, Brandy Highfield (John), Samantha Pressley, and Richard Jason Thomason (Randi).

JOHNSON .. .. .. Martinez, GA – Mr. William “Bill” Lee Johnson, 74, entered into rest on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, in Kingsland, GA. He was the devoted husband of the late Janice D. Johnson and a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Bill was born on January 1, 1951, in Glendale, CA, to Joseph Emmanuel Johnson (1919–1972) and Alice Lee Curnutt (1922–1964), and lived a life of service to his country, faith, and community. A U.S. Navy veteran, he served aboard nuclear submarines before beginning a civilian career in the nuclear industry as an instructor at Louisiana Power & Light in Marrero, LA, and later as a nuclear waste manager at Savannah River Site in Augusta, GA.
After converting to the Catholic faith in early adulthood, Bill discerned a call to ministry and was ordained into the Permanent Diaconate on September 15, 1995, at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. He served his parish faithfully for many years with compassion, dignity, and humility until health challenges ended his active ministry.
Bill is survived by his children: Michael Francis Johnson (Shannon), Christi Ann Hedgepeth (Everett), and Jennifer Lee Licklider (James); his fifteen grandchildren: Evan Michael, Caroline (Steven), Allison (Leon), Nicholas, Sarah (Blaike), Matthew, Amelia, Ella Kate, Samuel, Brendan, Evan Kapp, Ashley (Christopher), Joshua, Cheyenne (Zachary), and Zane; his great-grandson: Vaughn Leon; and his brothers: Frederick Joseph and Stephen Read.
He will be remembered for his tireless work ethic, his playful and good-natured humor, and his faith and devotion to family that sustained and inspired those around him.

CHASE .. .. .. Riley Rexford Chase IV, 74, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away surrounded by loved ones on August 7, 2025 at the Idaho Falls Community Hospital. He was born into a military family, to Margaret Emily Peasley Chase and Riley Rexford Chase III, on September 25, 1950, in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Being in a military family, he and his big sister Corliss, moved frequently. They were stationed at many Air Force bases, which included England, Northern Maine, and Puerto Rico, eventually settlling in Moses Lake, Washington. Riley graduated from Moses Lake High School in 1968. In 1969, Riley enlisted in the US Naval Nuclear Program and served on the Fast Attack nuclear submarine USS Guitarro, SSN 665. He also qualified as a Navy Diver. In 1973, Riley married Nancy Lynn Oswood, and they eventually moved to Idaho Falls, where he began his career at the Advanced Test Reactor (ATR), in 1980 on the Idaho National Engineering Laboratory. In 1995, Riley was moved to the Idaho Nuclear Technology & Engineering Center (INTEC), serving as the Site Area Director. When the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) was formed in 2005, Riley came over to the Material & Fuels Complex (MFC), as the Director of Nuclear Operations until moving on to serve as the INL Deputy Laboratory Director, Nuclear & Laboratory Operations, retiring in 2014. As a life long sportsman and fly-fisherman, in retirement, Riley and Nancy made frequent trips to their favorite fishing spot of Key West, Florida.

Riley is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nancy, his sister Corliss Chase (California) and her children, Steffani and Joshua, who reside in California. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

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