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At random: Traditionally, United States submarines have been named after fish and other marine creatures. One exception was the Navy's first submarine HOLLAND which was named after its inventor, John Philip Holland. Today, ballistic missile submarines are named for famous American patriots, with the newest class, the OHIO class, named after states. The LOS ANGELES class of attack submarines are named for United States cities. The nations news class of submarine, the Virginia class, is also named for US States, making them the capital ships of the navy.

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PAUL, Edgar H., 86, of Center Township, passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, at Concordia Lutheran Ministries in Cabot. Mr. Paul was a longtime resident of Buffalo Township. Ed was born in West View on July 13, 1931, the son of the late Hugh Fitzpatrick Paul of Keith, Scotland, and Hilda (Hagan) Paul, of Middlesbrough, England. He was a graduate of West View High School. After graduating high school, Ed joined the Navy and became qualified for submarine duty. He was stationed aboard the USS Grenadier SS-525, a Tench-class submarine, during the Korean War. When his service to his country was complete and he received his honorable discharge, Ed came home to the Pittsburgh area and became the credit manager at Penn Builders Supply Co. He then became a staff accountant at Wilder, Londino, Sodini and Co. in Tarentum while attending night classes at Robert Morris College to earn his CPA designation. He later took a job with Pfund Superior Sales Co. in Lower Burrell as an ambulance and hearse salesman and simultaneously started his own accounting practice. Ed was always quick with a joke and enjoyed meeting and talking with people. His outgoing personality brought him much success as a salesman. He eventually focused only on his accounting practice, from which he retired in 1995. He was a member of the United States Submarine Veterans Inc. and Armstrong Lodge No. 239 of the Free and Accepted Masons in Freeport. In his retirement, he enjoyed going to his Sub Vets meetings and being the handyman around his accounting office. He was beloved by his family and countless friends made throughout his 86 years. Ed is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dorothy Ann (Miller) Paul; their sons and daughters-in-law, Robert M. and Lorrie Paul, of Cabot, and Patrick J. and Janet Paul, of Sunderland, Mass.; his four grandchildren, Eric, Casey, Andrew and Adam Paul; as well as his sister, Mary P. (Edleman) Weller, of Gibsonia. Ed was preceded by his daughter, Karen Sue Paul, who passed in 1965; and his two sisters, Jessica P. (Anderson) Stankevich and Sheila Rogan. At Ed's request, there will be no public visitation, and the funeral will be private. He will be buried in the Allegheny County Memorial Cemetery in Allison Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to United States Submarine Veterans Inc. Requin Base, 213 Andrew Drive, Glenshaw, PA 15116-1813; or in Ed's memory to a charity of your choice. To send a condolence, visit www.redmondfuneralhomeinc.com. Published in The Valley News Dispatch on Jan. 17, 2018

McGIRR, Richard Gordon, Jr., 80, passed away on Friday morning, Jan. 12, 2018, surrounded by family and friends at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital. He was born Nov. 22, 1937, the son of Richard Gordon McGirr Sr. and Frances McGirr. He served as a submariner from 1958 to 1977, retiring as a senior chief petty officer. He served proudly on the USS Gato (SS-212), USS Bang (SS-385), USS Redfish (SS-395), USS Tinosa (SS-283), and USS Sea Robin (SS-407). Richard spent the remainder of his working career at Sonalysts as an analyst. He spent many hours further serving on the committee for the World War II Submarine Veterans Memorial, and was a member of the Submarine Veterans and Fleet Reserve Associations in Groton. Richard was a deeply devoted, compassionate, and loving family man who had many interests, including his beloved pets, golf, bowling, billiards, classical music, reading, travel and all pursuits intellectual. He was married to Toni McGirr, and previously to Sarah McGirr, whom he survived in 2004. He is survived by his wife Toni; his sons, Richard and Michael; his grandchildren, Sean, Eric, and Sarah; his sister, Pat Woodland of Seattle, Wash.; and stepchildren, Jeff Zimmerman, Jeremy Zimmerman, Skippy Zimmerman; as well as a niece and nephew and numerous step-grandchildren. Richard was a wonderful husband, father, role model, and human being whose family, friends and colleagues will miss dearly.The family will receive relatives and friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening, Jan. 19, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Ocean Ave., New London. Interment will be at sea by the U.S. Navy. Donations in his memory may be made to the ASPCA Gift Processing Center, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20077-7127. www.aspca.org/donate. www.neilanfuneralhome.com Published in The Day on Jan. 17, 2018

DEGEN Richard Ludolph, 97, the son of Thomas Degen and Josephine Georgina (Berg) Degen, was born in San Francisco on June 4, 1920. He enlisted in the US Navy at age 18 and retired from the military with the rank of Chief Warrant Officer (CW3) in 1960 after 22 years of service to his country. During WWII, he volunteered for the submarine service and was deployed in multiple missions in the Pacific, including the battle of Midway. However, consistent with so many others of the WWII "greatest generation," he was reluctant to share much about his war time experiences. Richard was predeceased by his first wife, Beverly (Sternberg) Degen whom he married in 1943 and two of his children, Marcia Lynne Degen and Richard Bruce Degen. Richard is survived by his second wife, Nonita (Vidal) Degen whom he married in 1998, his remaining children, Philip Gene Degen and Jay Leslie Degen, his four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Richard lived in San Diego for over 60 years, where he was last stationed in the Navy and where he continued to work for 25 years after his service in the Navy. Richard will be remembered as a private, responsible, giving, and sweet man that was loved and respected by all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family. June 4, 1920 - January 5, 2018 Published in The San Diego Union Tribune on Jan. 17, 2018

FRANKLIN, Larry Bruce, RADM, USNR, Ret., Sailor, attorney and family patriarch, Larry B. Franklin passed away peacefully at home on Sunday January 14, 2018. Born and raised in Shively, Kentucky, Larry lived a life of extraordinary achievement, generosity and friendship. From an early age Larry showed signs of determination and perseverance that would serve him well throughout his incredible life. He was a graduate of Valley High-school where he was voted Mr. Valley High, a proud distinction he refused to let anyone forget. Following high-school, he was selected to attend the United States Naval Academy where he graduated with the honor of having the highest aptitude in his graduating class. His naval career lasted 36 more years culminating with his retirement from the United States Naval Reserves with the rank of Two-Star Rear Admiral (RADM). He was proud of his service and a true American patriot. Even in his retirement, Larry would never miss an opportunity to help anyone interested in attending the Naval Academy nor be too busy to spend time with servicewomen and men to tell stories or offer advice. After serving on submarines in Vietnam, Larry attended night law school at the University of Louisville while working full-time at his uncle Pat's appliance company. Larry would often quip that after serving in Vietnam, law school was easy. Graduating in 1967, Larry would go on to be widely known as one of the best lawyers in Kentucky and throughout the country, earning him a coveted spot as a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates. He was a force of nature in the court room winning some of the largest verdicts in Kentucky history for his clients. He was a tireless advocate for his clients and would go to the ends of Earth to win their case. No one out-worked nor out-smarted Larry. No one. His driving work ethic combined with his sharp-as-a-tac intellect made for a storied legal career that will be reflected upon for ages. He was simply the best. As tough as he was in the court room and throughout his military career, Larry had a heart of gold that was as soft as a teddy-bear. His jokes could fill a library but his delivery was their main charm. He would light up a room and had an electric gravity about him that was pure magic. Larry loved being surrounded by and spending time with his family, especially his wife, children and their grandchildren. To the end Larry was a kid at heart and found the most joy watching others have fun. For all of his success he never judged a person by their accomplishments, only by their effort. Larry had the ability to relate to anyone because he could find the humanity in everyone. From judges to bus-boys, Larry treated everyone with dignity and respect. The mention of his name always brought a smile to everyone's face that knew him. He will be agonizingly missed but he will never be forgotten. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mary (Mudd) Franklin. He is survived by his wife Judy; his sister, Bonnie Gray (Larry); his nephews, David Gray, Peter Gray and Josh Gray; his children, Bruce Franklin, Rachel Franklin (Steven Kuhn), Melissa de Witt (Tyler) and Jonathan Franklin; step-children, Brandy Corbin (Scott), Ashlee Colville, Christian White (Matt), Hardy Bidwell (Brittany); grandchildren, Juels White, Samantha Coomer, Spencer Corbin, Haleigh Bidwell, Zane Corbin, Laihl White, and Royal White. Visitation will be held at Pearson's, 149 Breckinridge Lane, Louisville, KY, 40207, on Thursday, January 18, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 19, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, January 20, 10:00 a.m., in the Valley High School Auditorium, 10200 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY, 40272. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Kids Center, P.O. Box 17630, Louisville, KY, 40217. Published in The Courier-Journal from Jan. 17 to Jan. 19, 2018

MASSEY, James L., was born on December 10, 1930 and passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2017. James was a resident of Lancaster, Indiana at the time of passing. He was born on December 10, 1930 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Charles and Mildred Massey. He was a Korean Conflict veteran serving in the US Navy as a submariner.

SPRAN, John T., passed away on Monday, January 15, 2018. John was a resident of Palm City, Florida at the time of passing. After his service, he graduated from the University of Illinois. Jack proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War on the submarine USS Guitarro. Visitation will be from 4-7 PM on Friday, January 19, 2018 at the Forest Hills Funeral Home at 2001 SW Murphy Road Palm City, FL 34990. The Vigil Prayer Service will begin at 6PM. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be celebrated at 12 PM on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church at 1454 SW Mapp Road Palm City, FL 34990. Read Less Forest Hills Palm City Chapel 2001 SW Murphy Road Palm City, Florida 34990 Holy Redeemer Catholic Church 1454 SW Mapp Road Palm City, FL 34990 Express your condolences with flowers sent to John "Jack"'s memorial service View & Sign Sympathy Card Send to Family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the following in Jack's honor: Raising Raiders Foundation www.raisingraiders.org/donate-get-involved/ 201 Alston Blvd Unit 47 Hampstead, NC 28443 Treasure Coast Hospice at Treasure Health https://treasurehealth.org/ways-to-give/donate/ 1201 SE Indian Street, Stuart, FL 34997 Please feel free to share a remembrance, message of condolence or light a virtual candle with the family through this online guestbook.

FORBES, Earle M. Jr., TMC(SS), 82, passed away January 13, 2018 at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his family. Born in Argyle, Nova Scotia, the son of the late Earle M. and Edna (Murphy) Forbes. Earle was a US Navy Veteran serving for over 22 years during the Korean and the Vietnam Wars. He enlisted in 1952 and joined the blimp squadron in North Carolina. He served on the USS Greenling SS-313, USS Remora SS-487, USS Thomas Edison SSBN-610, USS Henry Stimson SSBN-655, and the USS Thomas Jefferson SSBN-618, of which he was Chief of the boat. He was also a plank owner on the SSBN-610 and the SSBN-655, which he was an original crew member. Earle also attended torpedo school in Newport, RI. He retired in 1975 as Chief Torpedoman. He was a proud life member of USSVI and member of Holland club (50 years qualified submarines) and Groton Subvets. After retiring from the Navy, he went to work for EB and he retired after 16 years as a senior ship superintendent. In retirement he loved to travel with his wife, Maria (Pielecka-Forcier) Forbes aboard their 44 foot sailboat throughout the Caribbean, Venezuela, Bonaire, Bermuda and Nova Scotia. They also traveled to China, Peru, Argentina, the Galapagos Islands, Russia and Eastern Europe. His first wife Filomena Esther Forbes passed away in 1990. Besides his beloved wife Maria, he leaves his children, Earle M. Forbes III (Sherie) of Groton, CT, Belinda Pickett (Norman) of Jewett City, CT and Alice Carr (Robert) of Ballston Spa, NY, his stepchildren, Theodore Forcier (BillieJo) of Hampden and Lisa Maserati (Marc) of Brazil, his sister, Beverly (Cosmo) Paonesa of Atkinson, NH, his 13 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Earle was predeceased by his sister, Marilyn (Fred) Wingerter. He was a regular attendee of Bethlehem Church of Hampden for the past 25 years. The Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 20 at 10:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Church, 123 Allen St., Hampden, MA. Burial will be at a later date. Wilbraham Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Donations may be made to the Springfield Rescue Mission, 10 Mill St., P.O. Box 9045, Springfield, MA 01102-9035. Published in The Republican on Jan. 18, 2018

HOOPER, William G., Sr., 94, of Lexington, died January 15, 2018. Beloved husband of Catherine F. (MacGillivray). Devoted father of William G. (Adele) Jr., Bridgewater; Janice M. (William) Holland, Shrewsbury; Donna M. and Karen M. (Robert) Boudreau, Lexington. Adoring grandfather of Cheryl Stewart and Richard Hooper; Matthew and Timothy Holland; Kaitlin Boudreau, Anne Delaney, and Mary (Molly) Buchanan; great-grandfather of nine. Loving son of the late Harold E. and Margaret (Byrne) Hooper. Brother of Jean Krapohl of Bellingham and the late Harold, Margaret Hurley, Robert, Donald, Claire Richmond, and Eleanor Brennan. Funeral from the Douglass Funeral Home, 51 Worthen Rd., LEXINGTON, Saturday, January 20 at 9am followed by a Mass of Christian burial at St. Brigid Church, at 10am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Friday from 4pm to 8pm. Donations in Bill's memory may be made to the St. Francis House, 39 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116. Late member IBEW Local 103, Veteran U.S. Navy, WWII submarine service. Lexington 781-862-1800 Published in The Boston Globe on Jan. 17, 2018

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