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At random: John Philip Holland built several submarines before the USS Holland, which became the first undersea craft commissioned by the U.S. Navy. The Holland was purchased on April 11, 1900 for a price of $150,000. It was commissioned into the US Navy on October 12, 1900.
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BULTEMA, John Henry, 1st, 94, of Muskegon, MI, died at 12:30 am on July 13, 2017, in his home, with three beloved daughters with him. John was born in Muskegon on June 19, 1923, to Rev. Harry and Dena (Kuiper) Bultema. On March 1, 1944, John was wedded to Elizabeth (Bette) Rosema, to whom he was married for 65 years before she passed away June 30, 2009. John was also preceded in death by two of his four sons, John H. Bultema II and Thomas J. Bultema. John attended Muskegon High School, but before graduating he left to enroll in the Naval Station Great Lakes. After completing basic training, he joined the diving school at the Naval Submarine Base in New London, CT. During World War II, John served on two submarines, USS S-13 (SS-118) and USS Scabbardfish (SS-397). He and his fellow crew members suffered terrifying depth-charge attacks and other life-threatening situations experiences which helped to deepen his faith in God and belief in prayer. John's fondness for the open water and diving began long before the war, when, at 13, with the help of family friends who were welders, he made his first diving helmet from a discarded hot-water heater. After the war, John plunged into marine work. He and Bette settled in Manistee, MI, and he founded the Bultema Dock & Dredge Company, which he owned and operated for nearly 30 years. After obtaining a pilot's license, John would fly himself from marine job to marine job around the Great Lakes, developing the reputation of being "on the water, under the water, or in the air." John also founded other companies, such as Manisteel, Beacon Steel, and later on JB Enterprises, which was made up of numerous acquired real estate properties that he then developed or sold in the final phase of his long and prosperous business career. John was adventurous. In 1969, he and Bette traveled literally around the world; in 1972, he searched for evidences of Noah's Ark on Mt. Ararat, in Turkey; and in 1976, he took Bette and five of their children on a half-year sailing trip from Grand Haven, MI, to the Bahama Islands. He was also an avid snow skier, until the age of 86, when he put away his skis for the last time. John was also servant-hearted and charitable. For him, earning begat giving, and giving begat joy. During his 20 years in Manistee, John served on local school and bank boards, and he provided an extraordinary exhibit for the city: he purchased the USS Tautog, the most famous WWII submarine, and opened it as a gratis museum. During the half century since in Muskegon, John has generously supported numerous organizations, ministries, and individuals perhaps especially the Berean Church of Muskegon, a church that had been founded by his father. Lastly, John was a fun-loving family man of great faith. His faithful church attendance served as a quiet but significant example for his offspring, and his remarkable discipline of Scripture reading and meditation took him through the whole Bible dozens of times. Even so, he always had a prepared playfulness, whether it be for a favorite game, such as cribbage or bowling, or for a mere contribution to the humor of the hour. John also taught all nine of his children to ski, and he was happiest on the slopes when he had children or grandchildren skiing by his side. In these and other ways, John strived to integrate his faith, his family, and good fun. John will be fondly remembered as a loving, caring, and endearing father and forefather. The family he leaves behind includes seven children and spouses: Mary Beth (Bill) Kennedy of Manistee, MI; Barbara (the late Daye) Pennell of Muskegon; Ayne Bultema of Asheville, NC; Carol (Bruce) Lagerman of Dousman, WI; Liz (Timothy) Horgan of Spokane, WA; James (Renata) Bultema of Antalya, Turkey; and Paul Bultema of Seattle, WA. He also leaves behind two daughters-in-law of Muskegon, Debi (the late John) Bultema and Chris (the late Thomas) Bultema; nearly 80 grandchildren of three generations; an array of nephews and nieces; and a sister, Gloria (Bill) Velting, of Grand Rapids, MI. Finally, John leaves behind a superb team of caregivers, some of whom have tended to Bette's and his needs for more than a decade, and Larry Cotter, a personal assistant and faithful friend of John's for over 30 years. A Celebration of John's life, with military honors, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2017, at the Berean Church, 635 Seminole Rd., Norton Shores, with Rev. Rob Rensburg officiating. Following the celebration, a family burial service will be held in the Spring Lake Cemetery, 17181 N. Fruitport Rd., Spring Lake, MI. Visitation will be Friday, July 21, 2017 at The Lee Chapel, 6291 S. Harvey St., 231-798-1100 from 5-8 p.m. The Family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made either to the Berean Church or to Harbor Hospice, an organization which cared for him superbly during his last half year. Published in Muskegon Chronicle on July 16, 2017


ANDREJESKI, John A., 88, of Lower Burrell, died Friday, July 14, 2017, in Bel Air Nursing Home, Lower Burrell. Andy was born May 31, 1929, in New Kensington, to the late Stanley and Johanna Koscianski Andrejeski, and had been a lifelong resident of the local area. A Navy veteran of World War II, he served as a Seaman First Class aboard the submarine USS Brill (SS-330). A draftsman, he worked for Ingalls Iron Works in Verona, retiring after 38 years. Andy was a member of St. Mary of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington, The Three Rivers Chapter of the US Navy Submarine Veterans and the Vandergrift Golf Club. Survivors include his children, Mark (joann) Andrejeski, Susan (Gino) DeStefano and Joani (Michael) Cotriss; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia L. Kelly Andrejesk [1/22/2011]; and three sisters, Leona Mock, Dorothy Andrejeski and Elizabeth Killian. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Rusiewicz Of Lower Burrell Funeral Home, 3124 Leechburg Road at Alder St., Lower Burrell, where a blessing service will be held at 9 a.m. Monday followed by Christian funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary Church, New Kensington. Burial will follow in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Lower Burrell. The family would like to thank Bel Air Nursing Home for the love and care that they extended to Andy and his family. www.RusiewiczFH.com. Published in The Valley News Dispatch July 15, 2017


MILLER, Donald R., 69, a long-time resident of Hinsdale and formerly of Halifax, VT, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 in the comfort of his home with his wife at his side. Donald was born the son of the late Eleanor (Rose) and Rev. Raymond Miller on December 10, 1947 in Northfield, MA. He was educated in Greenfield, MA and graduated from Greenfield High School class of 1966. Soon after high school Don enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served in the Submarine Service during the Vietnam War. He was trained as a Machinist Mate / Marine Mechanic and served on the USS Henry L. Stimson (SSBN-655) and the USS Francis Scott Key (SSBN-667), both based out of New London, CT. He was the recipient of the National Defense Service Medal and the SSBN Deterrent Patrol Insignia. Don was honorably discharged at the rank of Machinist Mate 3rd Class on January 16, 1969. After military service Don took advantage of the G.I. Bill and graduated from the Denver Auto and Diesel College where he was on the Dean's list. On January 5, 2002 he exchanged vows with Helen L. Wickline. They were married in a simple service with close family and friends in attendance. They have been married for fifteen years. He worked for United Postal Service as a lead diesel mechanic in Brattleboro. His time at UPS was productive and he was a valued member of the team. Don retired in 2007 after 20 years of service. Mr. Miller is survived by his wife, Helen L. Miller of Hinsdale, His daughter, Juline M. Winchester and her husband Greg of Putney, VT. Three grandchildren; Larissa, Lyndsey and Garret. His siblings; Thomas G. Miller and his wife Sheila of Cape Coral FL and Connie A. Miller of Halifax, VT. In addition, he leaves; great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 from 10 to 11am in the funeral home with a celebration of life service at 11am. Burial will follow in the family lot with military honors at Pine Grove Cemetery, Depot St.w Hinsdale, NH 03451. Flowers will gladly be accepted. However, the family would prefer donations be made in memory of Donald R. Miller to: American Liver Foundation, 39 Broadway, STE 2700, N.Y., NY 10006. All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home and Crematories, 46 South Winchester St. Swanzey, NH 03446. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com Published in Brattleboro Reformer on July 15, 2017


SMITH, Gerald A., was born on October 14, 1940 and passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. Gerald was a resident of Castle Hill, Indiana at the time of passing. After attending Woodland High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served aboard the USS Toro (SS-422) as a submariner. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

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