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At random: Long considered a versatile and deadly instrument of war, the submarine has broadened her capabilities with the adoption of nuclear power. Today the submarine serves as a ballistic missile platform, early warning station, killer of surface and underwater vessels, scout, coastal raider troop transport, supply ship, mine layer, and seaplane tender.

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Posted 2024-01-08 2:10 PM (#104480)

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SALMON .. .. ..Gales Ferry - Timothy Mark "Tim" Salmon, 76, of Gales Ferry, passed away at his home January 1, 2024. He was born Oct. 2, 1947, in Fullerton, Calif., to the late Paul Blair Salmon and Doris McKenzie Salmon.

He graduated from Covina High School and attended Mt. Sac College and enlisted in the U.S. Navy and on active-duty January 1967 in a career of 30 years - most notably COB on USS Boston (SSN 703) and COB on USS Springfield (SSN761).

Tim is survived by his wife Patricia; son Michael Blair; and grandchildren, Jaxon Blair and Georgia Salmon. He also leaves his brothers, Tom and Terry; and sisters, Julie Bretz and Sally Thomas; as well as brothers-in-law, Stephen Parnell and Paul Parnell; and sister-in-law Margaret Parnell; and many nieces and nephews.

Tim will always be remembered for his love of saltwater fishing and sharing fishing and boating adventures with many friends throughout his life. He especially loved fishing trips with his son to Block Island. He was known as the friendliest guy with a big heart and a welcoming smile. His grandchildren called him "Big Papi." He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

A memorial service will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the United States Navy Submarine Veterans Brotherhood Fund - US Submarine Veterans Charitable Foundation, Inc.
SALMON .. .. Also, from USSVI Groton:
We recently learned of the passing of STCM(SS) Tim Salmon. His obituary is here https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/theday/name/timothy-salmon-obituary?id=54036805&fhid=6914&utm_source=theday&utm_medium=RecentObituaries&utm_term=Name&utm_campaign=Widget
Master Chief Salmon enlisted in the Navy in 1965. After Sonar and Submarine Schools, he reported to his first submarine, USS GRAYLING (SSN 646), where he qualified in submarines. He served on 3 additional submarines, USS TINOSA (SSN 603), USS BOSTON (SSN 703), and USS SPRINGFIELD (SSN 761). Tim served as Chief of the Boat on both USS BOSTON and USS SPRINGFIELD. He was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1996 after completing 21 years active duty.
Shipmate Salmon joined USSVI Groton Base in 1992 and upgraded to Life Membership in 1994 and was inducted into the prestigious Holland Club in 2019. Tim Salmon was a very respected Shipmate on the waterfront, in SUBVETS and in the Old Salts.

O’HARA .. .. .Timothy O'Hara died on January 7, 2024. He was the son of James and Pauline O'Hara, Ebensburg, PA.
Tim graduated from St. Francis University with a degree in physics and later earned a Master of
Industrial Management at the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Business Administration
at Temple University. Tim served in the Submarine Branch of the United States Navy as an
engineering officer, serving onboard the U.S.S. Sam Houston and the U.S.S. Seahorse. He was
employed as an engineering manager by Westinghouse Electric Corporation, Pittsburgh and
various subsidiaries in New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. He was a member of the Eastern
Association of Intercollegiate Football Officials and the East Coast Football Officials
Association. Survived by wife, Susan and sons Timothy and Colin. Survived by sisters Patricia
(George) Smith, Ebensburg, Mary Lou (Deacon Daniel) Perich, Beaverdale, Judith (Joel)
Kosmac, Kingston, TN, Christine (Christopher) Dumm, Ebensburg, and brother, Daniel O'Hara,
Ebensburg. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Bishop Carroll High School, Ebensburg, PA.

ARMGA .. .. . After a short battle with cancer, Lieutenant Charles R. Armga was relieved of his last watch early morning on December 31st, 2023. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Twin Falls, Idaho, Charles developed a strong work ethic working on the farm and helping around the house with his 7 brothers and sisters. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy February of 1966 as a Nuclear Electrical Technician. Charles would go on to specialize in submarine nuclear power plants, and eventually retire as a Lieutenant in 1987. Despite these achievements, Charles is surely remembered best as a good neighbor and shrewd handy-man: always willing to lend a hand, a tool, or some treasured wisdom.
Charles is preceded in death by his wife Satsuki Armga, his father and mother Larry and Betty Armga, his older sister LuAnn Lincoln, and his older brother Lawrence Armga. He is survived by his four children David (Shavonna), John (Kim), Yukiko (Kori), and Kouichi; and, his four grandchildren Sharane, Makaela (Justin), Jordan (Anna), and Khilei; his three sisters Carol, Cheryl and Pat; and, his two brothers Michael and Bruce.
Charles and his beloved wife Satsuki will be interred together at Tahoma National Cemetery, January 16, 2024.
Charles will be deeply missed by his loved ones and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

GILLCRIST . .. ..Daniel Mark Gillcrist passed away from pulmonary fibrosis at home in Austin with his family by his side on December 21, 2023 at the age of 84. He was married to Barbara Neary Gillcrist for 62 years with whom he shares three children, Marion, Joan, and Dan, and five grandchildren, Carrie, Dimitri, Zachary, Alexander, and Morgan. He was the youngest of nine siblings, four of whom preceded him in death. Dan had a special way with people. He made all feel respected and heard. He was principled in his responsibilities. As a father, he provided safety, financial security, and guidance. He led by loving example. He was the same in business, always looking out for the best interests of his clients and colleagues, making friends, and being a friend. As a young man from 1957 to 1961, Dan served on a US Navy diesel submarine and stayed involved with submariner groups for the rest of his life, even writing books on the subject: Power Shift and Ghost Boat.
In the early 1960s, he worked for IBM, until he was poached by EDS, a job that led to many lifelong friendships, including George H. W. Bush, with whom Dan worked as an advance man in both Nixon’s presidential re-election campaign and in Bush’s bid for the US Senate.
From 1971, Dan spent his remaining work life managing individual municipal bond portfolios. He was an innovator in the business, served as a board member for the Texas Municipal Advisory Council, and was one of the first bond salesmen to ‘go independent,’ relocating to Santa Fe, New Mexico in the early 1990s, where he lived for 24 years. Dan published a humorous look at the muni bond business entitled Of Municipal Bondage. In addition to being a gifted storyteller, Dan’s many talents included woodworking, carving, writing, and enjoying a good fire. He was the same wonderful man in good times and in bad. You could turn to him and he would afford you a steady hand, solid advice, and a kind smile. We loved him very much and will miss him
A graveside service for Daniel will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 TX-195, Killeen, TX 76542. A memorial service will occur Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 5416 Parkcrest Drive, Austin, TX 78731.

SCHAD .. .. ..Lawrence G. Schad, 81, of Brighton Township, passed away on January 5, 2024.
Born on June 16, 1942, in Pittsburgh Pa, he was the son of the late George and Ruth Schad. Lawrence was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during the Vietnam War, on a submarine, and had been a resident of Beaver since 1971. He went on to work and retire from First Energy, formerly Duquesne Light, where he was superintendent of the BVII and later the training administrator at the simulator building after 30 years. Lawrence was also a member of First Reformed Presbyterian Church, Patterson, Twp.
Along with his parents, Lawrence is preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Schad (2015).
Lawrence will be sadly missed by his second wife, Virginia Houlette Schad; son, Ron (Lori) Schad, Center Twp.; two daughters, Kathy Schad, Vanport, and Missy (Dan) McNutt, Darlington; adopted son, Rich (Melanie) Kessler, Pittsburgh; sister, Lorraine McManus, Pittsburgh; grandchildren, Jim Barnes II, Nathan and Kyle Schad, and a great-grandsons, Jimmy Barnes III, and Bryden Barnes.
Friends will be received in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, on Tuesday January 9, 2024 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm, where a Funeral Service will be conducted on Wednesday January 10, 2024 at 11am. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

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