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At random: During their wartime operations submarines have engaged in some unusual maritime actions. One undersea craft slugged it out with the infantry and field artillery while other submarines destroyed a zeppelin, a bus, and a railroad train.

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FUNKE, David John, CDR, USN, Ret., 82 of Niantic, died peacefully July 1, 2023. David was born to the late George and Meryle Funke in Bonners Ferry, Idaho on Sept. 2, 1940. At the age of 17, Commander Funke enlisted in the US Navy in April 1958, and following initial training, commenced his career with duty in USS Tunny based out of Hawaii. He left Tunny to begin nuclear training and was stationed in USS John Adams, where he also applied for Navy Enlisted Scientific Education Program (NESEP) to gain a college degree and become a Navy officer. He attended the University of Washington, Seattle, Wash., and received a degree in mechanical engineering. In 1968, he graduated from sub school and was appointed first lieutenant, torpedo officer and assistant weapons officer, in USS Abraham Lincoln, homeported in New London Submarine Base. Further at sea assignments included duty in USS George Washington Carver, and Shippingport. Commander Funke concluded his active service in 1987, as director of the electronics training department. His awards include the Navy Commendation Medal (two awards), Navy Achievement Medal (two awards), Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal (two awards), National Defense Service Medal, and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. Commander Funke made an outstanding contribution to the Submarine Force and his country over his 30-year career in the United States Navy. David had a second career, of 18 years, as the director of finance for the Town of East Lyme, where he and Judith raised their family. David and Judith first met on a flight where Judith was a TWA Stewardess and they bonded over their mutual love for traveling the world and continued to share this throughout their marriage. David was a very involved father with his three daughters' education and sports growing up in East Lyme. He coached youth soccer in the 1990s and remained a part of the organization for many years. Funke Family vacations were always an adventure, especially the year that David planned a trip out West to Beartooth Ranch, Montana, Yellowstone National Park and Idaho. In his retirement, David was an avid reader, enjoyed playing golf with his daughters and friends, volunteering within the community and continuing to travel with his wife. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Judith M. Funke; and their three daughters, Stephanie M. Paquette (husband Jeremy) of Attleboro, Mass., Erica A. Funke of Norwalk, and Jessica E. Funke of Chester. An Idaho farm boy, A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 17, at Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, Niantic, followed by a military honor burial at East Lyme Cemetery, Boston Post Road. Friends and family are welcome. Reception to follow. The family asks that donations to Fisher House Foundation (a military family charity) be made instead of flowers or other gifts. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.neilanfuneralhome.com. Published by The Day on Jul. 9, 2023.

GRUPE, Warren, E. MD, died March 12, 2023. He was born to Harold and Elizabeth (Sutliff) Grupe in Upper Darby, PA on January 27, 1933. He is survived by his wife, Nita (Lewisburg, PA) whom he married in 1959. She has been his constant support and companion as they traveled the world together. Having lived in the Charlottesville VA area for the past 15 years, they were active members of the Westminster Presbyterian Church and recently moved to PA to be closer to family. He is greatly missed by two daughters, Beth Ashford and husband Randy (Acworth, GA), and Susan Diffenderfer and husband Lon (Selinsgrove, PA); 7 grandchildren: Emerson, Connor and Mason Ashford of GA, Rachael, Benjamin (partner Jess Zook), Robert, and Faith Diffenderfer of PA, and one great-grandchild, Cora Diffenderfer. Warren was a graduate of Upper Darby High School, Johns Hopkins University (A.B.), and University of Pennsylvania (M.D.). He served his country as a Lieutenant in the US Navy Submarine Service. His extensive contributions to medicine include work at Pennsylvania Hospital, Western Reserve University, Children's Hospital Medical Center - Boston MA, Harvard Medical School, SUNY Health Science Center - Syracuse NY, Project HOPE, International Center for Children's Health, University of Virginia School of Medicine, and the Westhaven Coalition for Innovative Healthcare - Charlottesville VA. Dr. Grupe pioneered the use of alkylating agents in the treatment of childhood nephrosis which has become standard therapy for this kidney disorder. He established medical education and research programs in 39 countries and authored 157 publications in medicine. Despite his prestigious career, he was known for his great sense of humor, love of the arts, and unending quest for learning. A celebration of life will be held at Westminster Church, Charlottesville VA at 2 pm on Friday, July 14, 2023. Live stream will be available on the church's website. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Boston Children's Hospital - please specify the Sampson Lab for Kidney Genomics under gift designation to support new treatments for kidney nephrosis (Donate Today - Boston Children's Hospital (childrenshospital.org) Published by Legacy Remembers Jul. 10, 2023.

HANNAN, Kevin Martin, 68, died surrounded by his loving family in Oak Ridge, TN on June 30, 2023,. He died after a short but fierce battle with pancreatic cancer. Kevin grew up in Long Island, NY. He was the third boy in a family of six kids, five brothers and one sister. He spent his childhood days hanging out with his close-knit family and friends. He excelled at school, especially math, with minimal effort. He was well known by all his teachers as he never failed to speak his mind. After his high school graduation, he was accepted to the Naval Academy where he majored in mechanical engineering. Following his college graduation he served in the Navy, working on submarines, for five years. He then continued his military career in the reserves, retiring from the military in 1999. After his college graduation he married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie, after dating for over seven years. To be with these two was to be in the presence of true love. He adored her. Kevin and Stephanie left New York and eventually lived in Pennsylvania, Alabama, and Tennessee. They raised two children, Cailin and Kevin, and he was an amazing and involved dad. He was always there to help with homework, watch a cheer routine, cheer at baseball games, or just watch a show as a family. Kevin and his family ended up in Oak Ridge, TN where he worked at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a business owner. He and Steph were happily married for 44 years, and they took great pride in watching their children start their lives in Georgia. He is preceded in death by his father, James Hannan, mother, Margaret Hannan, and brother, James Hannan. He leaves behind his wife Stephanie, the absolute love of his life. He will forever be missed by his daughter, Cailin, his son, Kevin, his daughter-in-law, Candace, and his granddaughters, Madelyn and Abigail. His granddaughters were the light of his life as he loved nothing more than being a Grandpa. He is also survived by his brothers, Jerry (Chiu), Michael (Christy), Daniel (Chris), and sister, Kathleen (John). Kevin had recently retired and spent the last few years bowling with his wife, rowing, mastering darts, and drinking with friends at his favorite local spot. He and Steph traveled to Georgia frequently to visit their children and grandchildren, never missing an event. He was easy to love. He will be remembered for his silly sense of humor, how he happily fixed everything for anyone, and just how fun it was spending time with him. He was the ultimate family man to his wife, kids, grandkids, siblings, nieces, and nephews. If Kevin was in your life, he would have played an important role. That was just the kind of man he was. He was brilliant and kind, handy and helpful, and the hilarious life of every party. His family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Just like Kevin would have wanted, his family is leaning on one another, remembering the joy he brought to so many. His impact on those lucky enough to have known him will last forever. His family will host a celebration of his life in September. Posted online on July 10, 2023. Published in The Oak Ridger

JONASON, Alan S., 78, of Niantic, entered Eternal rest after a long battle with dementia and lung cancer at Pendleton Health & Rehabilitation Center, Mystic on July 2, 2023. He was born the son of the late Karl and Sheila Jonason in Huntington, N.Y. on Oct. 14, 1944. Alan faithfully served both his country and community as a police officer in East Lyme. He served in the US Navy as a submariner, and then went on to fight in the Vietnam War as part of the Seabees. He is survived by his sons, Brian Jonason of Niantic, and Alan S. Jonason Jr. of Pittsford, N.Y.; his grandchildren: Joshua, Ayden, Emily Benjamin; and his former wife Laurel Jonason. The family will receive relatives and friends from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, July 14, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, Niantic. Military honors will be rendered at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com to leave the family an online condolence. Published by The Day on Jul. 12, 2023.

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