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At random: In their history, submarines were called by many names such as 'eel boats', 'plunging boats', 'devil divers', and 'pig boats'. Technically, and by size, the submarine is a ship, but it has been called a boat since its earliest days, and the term is steeped in tradition. Submariners almost invariably call their ships 'boats".

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Posted 2017-07-28 3:38 PM (#84546)

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Note: My computer crashed Monday and it has been a long week. Was able to recover all my "stuff" so I didn't have to jump off the roof. The problem is I can no longer access the USSVI website; therefore, I am no longer able to research and update records. I know this too will pass, but have no idea when.

SPENCER, Harry Arthur, Jr., CAPT, USN, Ret., 87, of Willow St, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2017, at Lakeside, Willow Valley. He was born in Lincoln, Neb., on Dec. 25, 1929, to Judge Harry Arthur and Leone (Eggenberg) Spencer. Harry spent the majority of his childhood in Lincoln and was an Eagle Scout. He graduated in 1947 from Northeast High School in Lincoln and attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for a year prior to his selection to the US Naval Academy. At the University of Nebraska, he played football and was a member of Alpha Tao Omega fraternity. After a football injury at the Academy he turned to boxing, ultimately reaching the Brigade finals in his weight class. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1952 with a bachelor of science in engineering. After graduation, he married his high school sweetheart, Betty Darlene Hathaway, on June 14, 1952. They were married for 61 years; she predeceased him in 2013. Harry's first assignments in the Navy were to the USS Winston (AKA 94) and the USS LSM 268, serving in the Korean conflict and participating in prisoner repatriations. Submarines were always his first love. He was selected for and entered Submarine School in June 1955. He served with distinction in various capacities on the following submarines: USS Queenfish (SS 393), USS Capitaine (SS 336), USS Sawfish (SS 276) - officer-in-charge, USS Aspro (AGSS 309) - executive officer, USS Charr (SS 309) - executive officer, USS George Washington (SSBN 598) - navigator/executive officer, and USS Sablefish (SS 303) - commanding officer. Additionally, he had postings at Submarine Squadron Three Staff aboard the USS Sperry (AS 12), Joint Strategic and Targeting Staff at SAC, USS Fulton (AS 11) – executive officer, Submarine Group Two Staff, Submarine School - executive officer, and OPNAV Staff. Early in his career, as the officer-in-charge for two Reserve Training Submarine Divisions, he was also responsible for submarine support for the filming of the TV series Silent Service and several movies. During this time, he met, was entertained by, and rubbed shoulders with many Hollywood notables. As executive officer, he lead the SSBN George Washington through her first major overhaul, helping to write the book for this class of submarines. In June 1977, he was selected for major command, the USS Vulcan. Always a groundbreaker, Harry had the distinction of being one of the first three COs to have women assigned and later was the first to deploy women overseas. His policies and operations were vital to the successful integration of women into the "Bluewater" Navy. In his next assignment at the Pentagon, he helped create the concept of prepositioned military supplies and fast Sealift; implementing those concepts that were later to be so successfully used in Operation Desert Shield in support of the Kuwait conflict. During his career, he was awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, and the Legion of Merit. Following his retirement in January 1982, Harry worked for the Vitro Corporation for ten years, reuniting with his first love, submarines, helping to bring into service the new Trident submarine. Additionally, he is the author of the book Stern Wakes and Bow Waves. Harry loved hunting and fishing right up to his last few years. He was a Master Mason, a 65-year member of North Star Lodge #227 Lincoln, Neb. Throughout all his life his greatest source of pride was his children, grandchildren and great-granddaughters. He is survived by his three children, Jill S. Sundquist (John) of West Chester, Pa., Dr. Harry A. "Hank" Spencer III, DVM (Rebecca) of Marshfield, Wis. and Dr. Joy H. Spencer-Fuller, DDS (Dr. Robert, DDS) of Washington, D.C.; his eight grandchildren, Amanda J. Sundquist; Esquire (Michael Mariani), Matthew J. Sundquist, CRNP (Kathleen), Harry A. Spencer IV (Mariah), David A. Spencer, Elizabeth L. Spencer, Esquire, Holly E. Fuller, Dodd H. Fuller, Esquire, and Ellen N. Fuller; his two great-granddaughters, Charlotte E. Mariani and Emma M. Sundquist. He is also survived by his four siblings: Pagean Carter, Marlene Mansfield, Lee Harlan and Terry Spencer (Pat). In addition to his parents and wife, Harry was predeceased by his brother, Victor Spencer. The family will receive visitors from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017, at the DeBord Synder Funeral Home, 141 East Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017, at the Spring Run Auditorium, 950 Willow Valley Lakes Drive, Willow Street, PA 17584. Harry will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, 25 Maryland Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401 (https://www.usna.com). To send an online condolence to the family, visit DeBordSnyder.com. Published in The Day on July 28, 2017

SMITH, Richard E., 79, died on July 25, 2017. He was born on Dec. 15, 1937, in Iola, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lola and Erva Smith, and two sisters, Mary and Dee. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; sons, Stephen (Beth), Scott (Debbi) and Dick. He is also survived by grandchildren, Adam (Megan), Jennifer (Chad), Jessica, Alex, Michael, Brendan, Ethan, Nick (Kate), Nathan, Makenzie (Zac); and four great-grandchildren, Anna Grace, Sam, Simon and Jude. Other survivors are two sisters, Pat and Judi, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Richard graduated from Nowata High School in 1956. He served four years in the Navy aboard the submarine USS Spinax, as an electronics technician. He then attended Oklahoma State University, graduating with a degree in electrical engineering. He loved fishing, hunting, and attending OSU sporting events. He loved his OSU Cowboys and was very patriotic. Spending time with his family was important to him and he especially enjoyed holidays. Richard worked as a design engineer and retired from Seagate. He made many friends throughout his career. He was baptized at St. Patrick Catholic Church in 1985. A Wake Service will be held on Friday, July 28, at 7:00 p.m. at Mercer-Adams Funeral Service, 3925 N. Asbury, Bethany. A Funeral Mass will be held on Sat., July 29, at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 2121 N. Portland, OKC. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Patrick Church or The Hugs Project for care packages for the military, 720 W. Wilshire, Suite 105, OKC 73116. You fought the good fight, good and faithful servant. We will miss you!To share a memory or condolence, visit www.mercer-adams.com www.mercer-adams.com Published in The Oklahoman on July 28, 2017

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