Monday, July 11, 2011
How sad. I served with Roger aboard the USS Tang and had many memorable times with him. We hated to see him transfer to the Gudgeon as a result of his Father's passing. We were leaving for patrol during his absence and that resulted in his being assigned to the USS Gudgeon. I last got to visit with him in Jan. 1969 when my company sent me to Hartford and we were able to spend a day together. Only recently did I figure out where he was living and feel bad now that that I didn't push and contact him immediately. I am very sorry for the family's loss. Sailor, rest your oars.