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At random: Probably the most expensive ballast ever carried by a ship was two tons of gold and eighteen tons of silver coins carried by the U.S. submarine TROUT while on a trip from Corregidor to Pearl Harbor early in World War II. TROUT had removed her moveable ballast to allow for a larger cargo of ammunition to be transported for the defenders on the embattled island. Lcdr. Fenno, TROUT's CO, planned on replacing the ballast with sand bags, but found none were available. The gold and silver from the Bank of the Philippines was substituted as ballast, which also solved the problem of removing the treasure to a safe place prior to invasion by the enemy.

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Posted 2026-04-22 6:06 PM (#106051)

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Subject: Wednesday 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.

MOCK .. .. .. DANNY ALLEN MOCK, 79, of Winter Haven, FL passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026.
Danny A. Mock, born March 15, 1947, the youngest of six children born to Sim Parrish and Rosa Lee (Walker) Mock. He graduated from Kathleen High School, Class of 1965.
He was preceded in death by Floy M. Mock, his wife of 42 years, as well as his siblings, Carolyn Callahan, Jimmy Mock, Martha Hagen and Joan Hood.
He is survived by his sister Evelyn (Dave) Duncan, daughter, Dana (Justin) Longo, son, Ryan (Katelynn) Mock, and two step children Michelle (Mike Foley) Harrison, Freddy (Debbie) Johnston. Danny had 14 Grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.
Danny served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He served aboard the submarines USS Pargo and USS Batfish as a Fire Controlman. After his time in the Navy, he began a career working for Lanier Worldwide and retired from there.
He enjoyed retirement life, traveling 44 out of 50 states with his wife, making wood creations, telling sea stories, perfecting his Signature Bloody Mary, spending time with his cat Buddy and visiting with family and friends. Danny found humor in just about everything and he didn't tend to take life too seriously. We loved him and we'll miss him.

ATKINS .. .. .. Donald "Don" Wayne Atkins, age 97, of Fredericksburg, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home at 11:30 p.m. on April 20, 2026.
He was born on January 13, 1929, in Depauw, Indiana, to his mother, Jesse (VanBrunt) Groskurd.
At the age of 16, Don joined the United States Navy, proudly serving during World War II, where he graduated on a submarine.
Don dedicated much of his life to a career in sales, but his true passion was people. He found joy in spending time within his community, listening to music, sharing laughter with family and friends, and helping others whenever he could. At the age of 78, he became a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a role that reflected his lifelong desire to care for others. He was also a devoted supporter of the Crusade for Children.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara Ann Atkins; his daughter, Donna Atkins; and three great-grandchildren.
Don is survived by his children: Virginia (Alan) Mahoney, Gary Atkins, and Patricia Atkins. He also leaves behind 9 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren, all of whom will carry forward his legacy of kindness and compassion.

ROGERS .. .. .. Leland Curtis Rogers, Jr., 94, departed this life on April18, 2026 on his Final Eternal Patrol as a United States Navy Submarine Veteran.
Lee was born on June 24, 1931, in Chinchilla, Pa.. He graduated from Clarks Summit High School in 1949. Following graduation, he attended Castle Heights Military Academy and Wyoming Seminary before enlisting in the U.S. Navy after the beginning of the Korean War in 1950. After attending Boot Camp and Electronics School, Lee was assigned to the USS Briarius. He began training at Submarine School and was assigned to submarine USS K-1 in 1953. He was transferred to the nuclear power submarine training school in Idaho Falls, Idaho in 1955. His submarine service continued, serving on the USS Skate, temporary duty on the USS Nautilus, the USS Swordfish (plank owner), the USS Sculpin (plank owner), and the USS Tinosa. He was also an instructor at the Navy Nuclear Power School. Upon retirement from the Navy, after 20 years, Lee became an engineer in the commercial Nuclear Power field, working for various firms for 34 years. He retired in 2004 and continued living his full and meaningful life of 94.75 years.
Lee married the love of his life, Patricia Ann Brennan, in 1955 and together they had five children. Over the length of their marriage, they lived in 10 States (in four time zones), owned 11 homes, served in numerous temporary duty stations, had seven dogs and four cats, met numerous life-long friends, and still loved each other as much at the end as in the beginning. What an adventure!
He was an outstanding husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend to all. His children could not have asked for a better role model and mentor. He was at every game, meet, recital, concert, or activity. His approving voice could always be heard.
In his retirement, Lee was actively involved in Submarine Veterans groups in multiple states and many other Veterans associations, which brought him great joy. He still fit in his uniform and loved participating in ceremonies, parades, and other special events. This Senior Chief loved to tell stories - and he had many (some of them true!)
Lee was preceded in death by Patricia, his faithful and loving wife of 60 years, parents Leland C. Rogers and Phoebe Maddock Rogers, and sister Jean Dorothy Rogers.

FATEK .. .. .. William Henry Fatek, Jr., 78 of Preston, CT and Boynton Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 3rd, surrounded by the love of his daughters. He was born on February 8, 1948, in Derby, CT, to William Henry Fatek, Sr. and Aniela “Nellie” Trynaski Fatek, and was raised in Seymour, CT. Bill lived a life marked by devotion to his family, to his country, and to the communities he served.
Bill is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Virginia Sliva Fatek. Together, they raised their daughters in Gales Ferry, CT, before settling in Preston and eventually spending cherished years in Boynton Beach. He also leaves behind his daughters, Katherine (Fatek) Osborne and her husband Matthew of Old Lyme, CT, and their children Grace, John (Jack), Luke, and Emily; and Anne (Fatek) Czarnecki and her husband Benjamin of Tewsbury, MA, and their children Cooper, Carson, and Charlotte. To his grandchildren, he was simply “Papa”, a name spoke with affection, excitement, and deep love. He will also be remembered with love by several Godchildren, nieces and nephews.
A proud graduate of Fairfield Preparatory School and Villanova University, Bill earned his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, played club hockey, and participated in the NROTC program. He later continued his education and received his Master’s degree in Computer and Information Science from the University of New Haven.
After graduating from Villanova, Bill married Ginny, the love of his life, and began his naval career as a submariner. His service took the young couple around the world, with stations in Naples, Italy; Charleston, SC; and Groton, CT. Bill served primarily aboard the USS Andrew Jackson and the USS Tiru, forging lifelong friendships with his shipmates and cherished attending annual reunions for the USS Tiru. Bill was a proud member of the Holland Club, an honor recognizing U.S. submariners who have been qualified in submarines for 50 years.
After leaving active duty to spend more time with his family, Bill continued in the Navy Reserve, ultimately attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Submarines remained a constant in his life as he built his civilian career as an engineer consulting on submarine weapons systems. His career brought him to Hawaii many times, and his family was fortunate to accompany him on several of those trips. Bill developed a fondness for the island’s spirit – and for the perfect Mai Tai. He mastered the recipe for the world famous “Guy Tais,” originally created by his favorite bartender at the Chart House. Bill’s Guy Tai’s became a beloved staple at family gatherings, shared generously with friends and loved ones. Beyond Hawaii, the family also traveled throughout the United States and Canada to visit many of Bill’s Navy shipmates on family vacations.
Bill’s passions were numerous, but his love for woodworking stood out as one of his greatest gifts. With a professional-level workshop in his basement, he crated beautiful rocking horses, dollhouses, serving boards, step stools and tables for his children and grandchildren, who enjoyed visiting and “building things with Papa”. He also found great joy on the golf course, fishing, feeding his birds and squirrels, and puttering around Amos Lake on his pontoon boat which he fondly named the Tiru II.
He was equally devoted to Villanova basketball, rarely missing a game and often traveling from Connecticut to Pennsylvania to cheer on the Wildcats in person. He and Ginny became well-known fixtures at games, organizing elaborate tailgates that brought together friends and family.
Bill spent many years coaching Little League T-ball with the Pirates and softball with the Robbins. Deeply committed to the communities he called home, he served on the Economic Development Committee in Ledyard, the Inland and Wetlands Committee in Preston, and was a founding member and president of the Amos Lake Board. For several years, Bill and Ginny could be found working side by side at the fried dough booth during the Our Lady of Lourdes Church Festival in Gales Ferry.
Bill will be remembered for his honor, loyalty, craftsmanship, and the deep pride he took in the people he loved. Affectionately known as “Pops” by many of his daughter’s friends, his legacy lives on in his family, his shipmates, and in the countless lives he touched with kindness, generosity, and humor.

OBERG .. .. .. Harold "Hal" B. Oberg, 84, of Terryville, husband of Diana (Gorman) Oberg, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026, at home, after a long battle with multiple cancers. He was born December 2, 1941, in Bridgeport, son of the late Benton S. and Eleanor (Nowell) Oberg.
Hal proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1965, serving on multiple submarines, including the Triton SSN586. Upon discharge from the Navy, he was employed by Treadwell Corp. for 46 years, his dream job. He was a parishioner of St. Casimir Church in Terryville, a member of the American Legion Post 20, a coach for Little League, volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America Troop 75 and a member of the Town of Plymouth Recreation Commission. Hal was strong and kind and he loved his family. He was a true golfer. He was proud of his hole-in-one at Crestbrook and especially of playing at Winged Foot Golf Club. He was honored when Treadwell Corp. named their league after him in 2012.
Besides his beloved wife, Diana, of 60 years, Hal leaves behind his sons, Harold T. Oberg of Galt, CA, and Christopher W. Oberg and his wife, Michele of Waterbury, CT; his daughter, Kara J. Oberg of Rockaway Park, NY; his brother, Robert "Bob" Oberg of RI, and sister-in-law, Lyn; his precious granddaughters, Alyssa, Kaitlyn and Lauren Oberg; his niece, Stacey and her husband, James Blakeney; the mother of his grandchildren, Janeene Oberg; his daughter's friend, "his favorite daughter", Ambur Pichette; his friends at Treadwell who remained close after his retirement, in particular Bob Johnson; and his large extended family. He was pre-deceased by his brother, Leonard; his nephew, Ben; and his mother-in-law Joan, who he was especially close to.

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