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At random: The first Japanese prisoner of war captured by the Americans was Kazuo Sakamaki, an ensign in the Imperial Japanese Navy. He was captured on the morning of December 7, 1941. Sakamaki had set an explosive charge to destroy his disabled submarine, which had been trapped on Waimanalo Beach. When the explosives failed to go off, he swam to the bottom of the submarine to investigate the cause of the failure and became unconscious due to a lack of oxygen. Sakamaki was found by a Hawaiian soldier, David Akui, and was taken into military custody. When he awoke, he found himself in a hospital under American armed guard. After the war he returned to Japan and found work with the Toyota Motor Corporation before retiring in 1987. Sakamaki died on November 29, 1999, aged 81.

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Posted 2025-10-08 11:20 AM (#105704)

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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.

Coyote is at the RAYunion (reunion for USS Ray (SSN653)) for the coming weekend.

SHIPLEY .. .. .. Donald Thomas Shipley, Jr, born 12/20/47, passed away peacefully 10/2/25 in his retirement slice of heaven, St. Augustine, Florida. Don started out his career as a nuclear submarine mechanic for the navy, traveling the world during wartime, including time under the North Pole (Unknown Waters is a book about this). He then continued his pursuit of precision in the world of numbers graduating from University of Illinois and then University of Chicago for his MBA, becoming a successful force in the corporate financial world. Don loved the sea, whether it was fishing or being on the beach. He was a voracious reader. An athlete in his younger years, Don also loved watching sports, especially college basketball. Don loved his family, always being their pillar of strength and wisdom. Don/Donnie/Dad/Pops is survived by his daughter Gwen (Jason) Shipley-Lewis and son Kevin (Lora) Shipley, his grandkids Garret Shipley, Willow Lewis and Wren Lewis, his siblings Nancy, Jeff, Katie, Clancy, Terry, Garvey, and many Shipley family rooted in the Baltimore area. There will be a private memorial for family. You can honor Don by saying a prayer, enjoying the ocean, reading a good book, or having a memorable adventure.

FIELDS .. .. .. James J. Fields, age 98, of Greendale, WI, entered peacefully into eternal rest on September 20, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1927, in Reedsburg, WI, one of ten children.
At the age of 17, James proudly joined the United States Navy during World War II, serving aboard the submarine USS Sennet (SS-408). During his service, he participated in Operation Highjump, Admiral Byrd’s historic expedition to Antarctica.
Following his military service, James attended Purdue University, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering. During his college years he met the love of his life, Gail Sand from Mauston, WI and the two were married in 1952. Together they built a family and a life centered on faith, service, and community.
James began his professional career at the Allen-Bradley Co., where he dedicated over 39 years of service, retiring as Headquarters Sales Manager. Beyond his career, he gave generously of his time and talents. He served as an Elder and on building committees at both Our Shepherd Lutheran Church and later Hales Corners Lutheran Church. He also shared his skills as a volunteer arbitrator for the Better Business Bureau, primarily in automotive disputes.
A devoted father and mentor, James was deeply involved in Boy Scouts, attending countless weekend outings and summer camps with his sons. He also served on the Greendale Zoning Board of Appeals for over 30 years, where his steady guidance was valued by the community.
In retirement, James remained dedicated to honoring the service of his fellow veterans. He was active in the WWII SubVets organization, attending national conventions and serving as Treasurer. He also volunteered at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc, where he shared his first-hand experiences by giving tours aboard the WWII submarine USS Cobia, a sister ship to the USS Sennet on which he served.
James was preceded in death by his parents, nine siblings and his wife Gail (nee Sand) Fields. He is survived by his children: Richard (Lynn) Fields, Debra (Thomas) Nockerts, Donald (Lillian) Fields, and Cheryl (Mark) Wylie as well as by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.

DAVIS .. .. .. Jay Neil Davis passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in South Jordan, Utah, surrounded by family including his wife Carol, all of his children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren that loved and adored him. We had two beautiful, powerful days gathering as family to laugh, cry, remember, and strengthen bonds as we spent time together with him.
Jay was born in Homedale, Idaho, on January 8, 1940, to Daniel Davis and Fern Wright. He was raised in rural Idaho, where he learned from his parents the value of hard work, family love, and always doing his best. He cherished his siblings and worked throughout his life to strengthen their close relationships.
Jay graduated from Filer High School in 1958 and went on to earn a Naval ROTC scholarship to the University of Washington, where he graduated in Mechanical Engineering. While there, he proudly played in the marching band, joking for years that he "played in the Rose Bowl in 1960 and 1961"-only later admitting it was as a band member, not on the football team. During college he was active in the LDS Institute, where he met his sweetheart, Sharlene Gordon, and formed friendships that would last a lifetime.
Jay and Sharlene married in August of 1962 and began their life together as he served in the U.S. Navy. His naval career took them across the country and finally to Oahu, Hawaii, where he served as Chief Executive Officer aboard the USS Stonewall Jackson, a nuclear-powered submarine based out of Pearl Harbor during the Vietnam War. He often said of that experience, "I wouldn't trade it for a million dollars-and I wouldn't do it again for two." While Jay and Sharlene lived in Hawaii they developed a deep love for the Hawaiian people and culture, forming enduring friendships there.
After resigning from the Navy, Jay returned to Idaho, working at the Idaho National Engineering Laboratory as a reactor manager and later as manager of nuclear waste facilities. Always entrepreneurial, in 1979 he pursued his dream of owning a business and opened several restaurants in Twin Falls and Boise with his friend Newell Walker and relocated to Filer. He loved being back in his hometown and built his dream home across the street from his sister, Nancy. However in 1984, they made the difficult decision to sell the restaurant and return to work at INEL. They built a home in Shelley where they made lots of great memories with their children and grandchildren.
Following his retirement in 2001, Jay and Sharlene served in a young single adult ward at BYU–Idaho, where they loved supporting the students' spiritual growth. They had always planned to serve a fulltime mission as soon as he retired, however, his bouts with prostrate cancer and peripheral neuropathy got in the way and then Sharlene's health started to decline. She passed away in March of 2013.
Family was the heart of Jay's life. He took genuine interest in each of his children-Sean, Erin, Ashli, Ryan, and Tim and taught them to work hard, love deeply, and follow the Savior's example. He was known for making everyone feel valued and for creating opportunities to gather and make memories. The Davis family shared countless adventures-yearly Lake Powell trips, Hawaii adventures, snow skiing, snow machining, camping, and many road trips-all filled with laughter and love.
Following Sharlene's passing in 2013, Jay reconnected with his high school sweetheart, Carol Nicolson Louw. Both having lost their spouses, they found joy and companionship in one another and were married that June. Together they shared twelve wonderful years filled with love, travel, and service-including time volunteering at the Utah State Prison and with Tiny Tim's Toys. Jay's family will forever be grateful to Carol and her family for their love and care for him in his final years.
Jay's faith in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints guided his life. The church was an important place where he served, worked hard and developed deep meaningful friendships. He served faithfully in many callings, including Scoutmaster and Bishop of the Filer 1st Ward. His time as Scoutmaster was especially dear to him, helping him gain a great testimony of the value of outdoor activities and the scouting method of helping boys grow into men, and helping them achieve their Eagle Scout Awards.
Jay loved the Savior and exemplified His teachings through service, integrity, and love for others. His influence will live on in the lives of his family and all who knew him.

GEE .. .. .. Norman Fredrick Gee, 94, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, surrounded by family. A graduate of the Baldwinsville Academy in 1948, Norman entered the United States Naval Reserve as an enlisted volunteer in 1947. He served on the U.S.S. Becuna (SS 319) submarine from 1947 - 1948, at which time he received an Honorable Discharge. He was re-called in 1951 during the Korean War and served in the Mediterranean Sea on the U.S.S. Adirondack (AGC-15). He again received an Honorable Discharge in 1953. After the military, Norm worked many years at Will & Baumer Candle Company, followed by Syroco, Inc., which he retired from. His lifelong hobby was training and racing homing pigeons. He was very active in the Syracuse Racing Pigeon Club since 1956, tended his own pigeons until 2018 (at the age of 87), and continued to be active in the club after that. Norm was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #5082 since 1962 as a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degree Knight. He also served as Grand Knight. He earned his 4th Degree Knight (Assembly #777), and remained a member until he passed. Norm was a lifelong active parishioner of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Baldwinsville, where he volunteered as an Usher for many years. Additionally, he was a 38 year member of the American Legion Post #113 in Baldwinsville. Norm was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Wilhelmine Gee; and sister, Wilma (Erwin) Hulbert. Surviving are his children, Mary Katherine Collins, Norman C. Gee, Paul (Bridgett) Gee, Anna Rossman, Douglas (Pattie) Gee, Lisa (Mike McCarthy) Gee, and Margaret (Tim) Terrill; sister, Rose Marie (Eddie) Wentworth; five step-children; 16 grandchildren including Rebecca (Casey) Stock, whom Norm raised as his own daughter; six great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

MONROE .. .. .. William "Bill" Everett Monroe of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 97. Born in Kentucky, he later lived in Atlanta, Georgia and Pensacola, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Jonel Scruggs Monroe; his two brothers, Joe and John; and his parents, William Powell Monroe and Bessie Eads Monroe.
He is survived by his daughter, Roberta Monroe Dismukes; son, William Edgar Monroe; and his cherished granddog, Emma.
Shortly after marrying his high school sweetheart, Bill served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the diesel submarine U.S.S. Chopper. Following his military service, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from the University of Kentucky. His career spanned both management in the pharmaceutical industry and retail pharmacy.
A man of many interests and a generous spirit, Bill was actively involved in volunteer work through his church and various organizations. He had a deep passion for sailing and enjoyed many nautical adventures with his wife and close friends. A longtime member of the Atlanta Yacht Club, he also served as Commander of the Atlanta Power Squadron, where he taught classes in boating and navigation.
Bill will be fondly remembered for his steadfast love of country, devotion to family and friends, and commitment to his faith and church.

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