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Commanders
Edward C Reese
Founder
1992-1994
Ed Stigliano
Harold (Sonny) Pratt
1994-1995
Edward C Reese
Incorporated
1996-1998
David Yeaw
1999
John Scott
Thomas Kuczmynda
1999-2000
Charles Vandertang
David Yeaw
2000-2001
 Edward C Reese
2001-2005
Dick Griswold
2005-2007
Robert Currier
2007-2009
John Comins
2009-2011
Robert Currier
2011

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17 December 2001 - at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Orleans County Joint Veterans Council (above) incoming President Ron Vendetti, presented Ed Reese a certificate of appreciation for his work in the previous year as President (below) 

12 November 2001 . . . 
With over 200 people in attendance at the 3rd annual Orleans County Joint Veteran's Council awards presentation, three ship 1812 members receive long over due medals and cold war certificates. Well done to Rex Hultz, Jim Miller and Grant Seaward. 
Ed Reese, President,  Joint Veteran's Council performed the welcoming presentation. 
Shipmate Jim Miller recently became a life member of the Navy Club of Lake Ontario. 
The event was organized by the Orleans County Veterans Service Director Frank Tower who also happens to be a member of Ship 1812 

2002-Chief Wiley Renfroe
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Wiley donated US postage stamps and money to the ship. This kind of unselfish dedication exemplifies the dedication our members show towards their Navy Club. Well done Wiley! 

From the Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Lew Randall: 

Lew wishes all his Shipmates well and reiterates his invitation to “Come on down!” to visit charming Canandaigua.  He will welcome Shipmates to his home and arrange a tour of the VAMC facility in town.  Robin and Patty of the VAMC volunteer office send their regards to Ship 1812.  Primarily through Lew’s efforts, the Ship continues to maintain an excellent relationship with that office

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2012
20th Anniversary Ship 1812
200th Anniversary War of 1812

At the Shamrock in Albion John Duffy, Bill Shay and Ron Ayrault admire the 16x20 inch Ship 1812 photo to be displayed at the Albion Bar. Circa 1993

Tommy Kuczmynda
First Executive Officer and past Commander
Navy Club of Lake Ontario, Ship 1812

Home: Brockport, NY
Date of Death: October 09, 2011
Place of Birth: Brockport, NY
Birthdate: February 26, 1938
Age: 73
Memorial Service: Friday, October 14, 2011 11:00 AM First Bible Baptist Church, Hilton, NY
Visitation: Thursday, October 13, 2011 Visitation 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport, NY
Interment: Garland Cemetery, Brockport, NY
Biography
Sunday, October 9, 2011. Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Katherine Kuczmynda. Survived by wife, Margaret "Peg" (Nichols) Kuczmynda; children, Thomas Kuczmynda Jr. (Christine) and Tamra Riexinger (Keith); grandchildren, Ashley, Joshua (Samantha) and Brett Riexinger, and Emily Kuczmynda; his brother, Ed (Barbara) Kuczmynda and sister, Karen (Gerry) Blossom; sisters-in-law, Lois Nichols, Joyce Wheeler, Dot (Dave) Clark, Edie Boyle; brothers-in-law, Ray (Heidi) Nichols, and recently deceased, Sonny (Carrie) Nichols and several nieces and nephews. 

Tom proudly served our country in the Navy for 22 years. He then worked and retired from Eastman Kodak Company after 20+ years. Tom was very active in the local VFW and devoted to serving the Lord in his local church, First Bible Baptist Church. To light a candle of rememberance and for more information about Tom, visit walkerbrothersfh.com 
Tom's Visitation will be on THURSDAY, 10/13, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Funeral Home, 15 West Ave. Spencerport. Memorial Service FRIDAY, 10/14, at 11 am at First Bible Baptist Church (990 Manitou Rd. Hilton.) Interment Private.
 
 

Seabees — their simple motto tells the story: "We build, we fight". From the island hopping of
World War II and the cold of Korea, to the
jungles of Vietnam, to the mountains of Bosnia,
and to the desert of Afghanistan, the Seabees have built entire bases, bulldozed and paved thousands of miles of roadway and airstrips, and accomplished a myriad of construction projects.

......... Navy Seabees "Can Do"
As a public Service, All day Saturday and Sunday, a dozen Seabees will be doing construction work at the Navy Club. 
Brockport's Navy Club Commander, Ed Reese is working with the Navy Reserve Center Rochester Seabees in order to make improvements at the Navy Club on 21 Clinton Street, Brockport. One major project and a necessary repair that we hope to complete before winter sets in, is a new roof thoughout the building. According to Navy Club Commander Ed Reese "This is a perfect cooperative relationship between the Navy Club and the Navy Seabees. The Navy Club gets rebuilt and the Seabees get to do what they do best, build!" The Seabees and Master Chief Reese are members of the New York Naval Guard, the Navy Component of the National Guard. Many of these Seabees were at "ground zero" after the September 11 attack on America. Check out the Seabees work. Stop by the Navy Club Sea Service Museum Friday afternoons and take a tour or stop in this weekend and say "Ahoy"!

Ship 1812 helped veterans receive their Cold Ward Certificates in 1999

NCUSA 73rd National Convention

“It’s Sunday”.   That was the sigh of relief expressed by all the convention workers as the NCUSA National Convention finally came to a close.  By all the many positive comments of the convention attendees, the convention was a huge success.  Many conventioneers said they had attended numerous  conventions over the years and this was “the best convention ever”.

I want to personally thank all those who contributed their significant time and energy preparing the club for the convention, completing the convention booklet, collecting raffle items, selling raffle and 50/50 tickets, preparing and serving food, supporting the hospitality room and many, many more tasks.  Since there were more volunteers than I can remember, I am not able to acknowledge everyone individually.  You know who you are and how much support you provided.  Thank you.  It was truly a “team” effort.  Bravo Zulu  to all.

Financially, the convention was a success. We did show a small profit. Not as much as we wished, but it was certainly not the financial loss it could have  been without everyone’s support. 

The Navy Club of Lake Ontario established ”the standard” against which all future conventions will be  judged.  Other club will have to really stretch to pass the level we established.   We wish them luck in trying to beat us. 

We really pulled off a monumental task and surprised everyone on the National Staff.  Although successful, I wouldn’t want to host another convention for many years to come.  It was fun, but draining for all involved.   I’m glad to sit back and watch others try to match our success.

Fund Raising

Now that the convention is behind us, the club needs to improve our financial picture.  As everyone knows the club is definitely aging and significant costs are around the corner.  Most notably is the condition of the floor and walls of the building.  Some day, we are going to have major repair issues.  Long term, we may need to find and purchase a new clubhouse.   In order to do that, we will require a very large savings account.  We need to explore ways to produce significant income to enhance our financial status.   Please pass on any ideas you may have. 

 Membership.

We need to continue to increase our membership.  Please pass this website on to everyone you meet and encourage them to join the club.  We need more members. 

Officer Elections: 

We are rapidly approaching the end of the 2010 Cruise Year.   This means the election of a new command staff is around the corner.  Since this is my second year as Commander, it is necessary to elect another commander for the coming 2011 Cruise Year.   I encourage all members to consider running for command.  It is a valuable experience.  I have certainly enjoyed serving as your commander, but realize it is time to step down and allow others to take the helm.

USS South Dakota (BB-57) Memorial

I just returned from a road trip across the continent with the purpose of visiting my daughter in Seattle.  Over the years, I have crisscrossed the US over 12 times on road trips, as I thoroughly enjoy driving,   rather than flying.  Takes longer, but is more scenic.  If you haven’t done it at least once, put in on your ”bucket list”.

During my travels I examine maps and watch road signs for interesting sites to visit. As we were passing through Sioux Falls, SD, we noticed a sign for the USS South Dakota Memorial.  Since Sioux Falls does not have a large river near it, I guessed the memorial might be only a marker or a museum with some memorabilia.  We were surprised to find not only a nice museum, but a unique memorial layout in the park.  Remarkably, the memorial is a concrete wall about 24 in. high laid out in the shape and exact sixe of the main deck on the USS South Dakota.  This results in a form 783 ft. long by about 100 ft. wide.  They have a 16? barrel from one of the main mounts, some 5? barrels, an anchor, anchor chain, the main mast, and more.  The center of the memorial is a museum containing smaller items, letters, photographs, and much much more from the battleship.

When I found your web site ( http://www.navetsusa.com/1812.html ) I decided to write a note some of the Club members may find of interest. My name is Todd Browne, I joined the U.S. Coast Guard in June of 1965 and retired as MCPO in June of 1985. Spent almost ten years outside of the US at stations & ships in the Philippines, VietNam and Guantanamo Bay, so I served with as many Sailors and Marines as I did with Coasties.

 I was born in Brockport and graduated from BHS in 1962. The two story house, with the stone back portion, across the street from your clubhouse belonged to my grandfather Arch Browne. I helped reroof the place in the summer of 1960. Took Driver Ed. classes in the morning from Mr Fred Lawrence then worked the rest of the day with my uncle Albert "Hap" Browne reroofing. Never cared to much for high places after that.

My cousin, Richard Browne, was brought up in that house. He joined the Navy in 1949 and served aboard the U.S.S. Perch (ASSP 313). Shortly thereafter died in a car wreck while home on leave. One of his boyhood friends was Eddie Miller who went on to be a school teacher in Brockport. I have a 1949 USN Training Center Companies 283-284 photo book if any of your members would be interested.

The location that the club is at was a NAPA store when I left Brockport. Believe it may have been a cleaners before that.

Smooth seas and following winds, Todd Browne. toddwbrowne@gmail.com

For The Van Wert independent

A local couple was recently elected to national positions in The Navy Club of the USA during its 73rd National Convention in Brockport, N.Y.

David Myers of Van Wert was elected national commandant of the Navy Club USA and Rose Myers of Van Wert was elected national commandant of the Navy Club USA Auxiliary. 

NCUSA is made up of United States residents who have served, or are now serving, in the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, Seabees, or the United States Coast Guard (including service in an active classification in a reserve component of the above services) under honorable conditions or has an honorable discharge.

NCUSA Auxiliary is made up of wives, husbands, sisters, brothers, stepsisters, stepbrothers, half-sisters, half-brothers, mothers, fathers, stepmothers, stepfathers, grandparents, granddaughters and grandsons and children of members of any of the above services.

NCUSA has a local ship Navy Club of USS Ohio, Ship 726, in Van Wert.  Each week, NCUSA presents a watch to the outstanding graduate of the recruit training command in Great Lakes, Ill. NCUSA is presently reviewing setting up a program to present a watch to the outstanding student of Great Lakes Naval Training Center.

NCUSA hosts a luncheon in Washington, D.C., for the United States Navy’s “recruiters of the year” winners and presents these winners with an award for their hard work in Navy recruiting.  NCUSA participates in the Veteran Day and Memorial Day parades in Washington and Philadelphia and in 2010 will be attending the Veterans Day Parade in New York City.

NCUSA is a member of the Navy Marine Corps Council. NCUSA has ships in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Louisiana, and Florida, with its original Ship 1 in Rockford, Ill.

NCUSA has a website http://www.navyclubusa.org/  or phone 800.NCUSAOK. Anyone interested in joining can contact the Myers at 419.495.2073 or 800.628.7265 or can email the national office for membership information at navyclubnes@yahoo.com. 

Precisely at 2 bells evening watch on June 18, 1938, at a Navy veterans reunion in Quincy, Ill., a new and powerful organization, the Navy Club of the United States of America, was launched. At that hour, a constitution and bylaws was adopted to govern this unique and colorful group, speaking the language of the men who go down to the sea in ships. 

The original organization committee drew up a broad administrative charter that envisioned a new concept in collectively bringing together the many private Navy clubs, and Navy veterans organizations that had sprung up across the country and, by so doing, give each member and prospective member a powerful voice as a nationally recognized organization. 

With the Navy men and women of the United States formed together in one great powerful service organization, there should come a more extensive and widespread observance of Navy Day, a more searching survey of all legislation that concerns a strong United States Navy and national defense, and guarantee that the U.S. Navy will have no more “Pearl Harbors”, a more powerful influence on American thinking of the importance of a first-class Navy, a better and more informed medium through which the Navy Department can convey its problems to the American citizen, and to join together all sailors, Marines, and Coast Guard personnel into a closer comradeship.

In 1940, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a declaration proclaiming the Navy Club of the United States of America, an original United States Congressional chartered Naval veterans organization.

2010 NCUSA National Convention Update: 
Tim Hilton, NCUSA National Staff secretary visited the club on 17th of Sept. was very pleased will our presentation and preparation for the convention. The Paymaster, Bob Currier, put together some last minute details and met with Tim to discuss the presentation. 
Tim left Brockport very satisfied and made the club presentation for us to the National Staff, who gave final approval for hosting of the convention in Brockport. So, NCLO Ship 1812 is officially hosting the 2010 NCUSA National Convention. 
All members are requested to provide support to make this convention a huge success. I am confident all members will step up to help make the convention a huge success. 
NY State Meeting: 
The State Squadron met at the club On the 12th of Sept. The Staff was very impressed with the club and looking forward to supporting and attending the upcoming national convention. BZ and thanks to Jeff Black and  Tony Rios for successfully hosting and supporting this meeting. 
Liquor License Application: 
We are still waiting for word on approval of our application. A recent change to NY State regulations, required us to secure the assistance of an officer of the courts (judge or lawyer) to submit additional paperwork certifying the authenticity of our submission. We successfully obtained the pro-bono assistance of Chris Wilcox, a lawyer and town justice .. Chris met with Bob Currier and myself to review the application and verify the accuracy of the license submission. Chris quickly completed and submitted the letter of certification. Submission of this certification is expected to expedite the approval of the license. 
Bob Currier is tracking approval of the license on-line daily and will notify the Executive Staff as soon as approval is obtained. 
Annual Dues: 
All members are reminded to pay your annual dues before Ian 1, 2010. With our club liquor license, sales of alcohol is limited to club members and registered guests only. Members whose dues are not  paid  by  Jan 1 • 2010.  will  be considered a "guest" until their dues are paid. a new card is issued and  consequently  they  must 
Register  as a guest in order to purchase alcohol. 
Upon receipt of payment of annual dues, the club will notify the national club who will issue membership cards and forward them to the club for distribution. 
Membership: 
Membership, nationally and locally, has fallen over the last few years. All members are requested to be on the alert for fellow service members and, hopefully, engage the service member in a discussion about joining the Navy Club. If we all add at least one new member, annually or more frequently, we will grow our membership significantly. 
Be on alert and willing to engage strangers in joining their fellow service members in our club. With your help we can improve our membership rolls. 

Shipmates Scott Hoffmeier, Ron Ayrault and Dave Yeaw visit 
their Sea Servicies Museum at the Navy Club of Lake Ontario.

Scott and Nancy admire Ron Ayraults Article below

Departed Ship 1812 Shipmates

John Duffy USN
Roger Goff USN
Harry Parker WWII USA (Associate)
Jim Pickard
Arnold Jenks
John Pratt
Samuel Colaprete
Jessie Harris
Roger Hanas
Thomas Bishop
Thomas R. Bishop
Wlliam Finnefrock
Schuyler Meyer, Jr. NY State Tug Boat Captain
Carl Johnson USS Sierra
Jim Corbett USAF Associate
John Boyd
Shipmate Gerald Popen, CT3, USN 
Rochester, NY died 2 January 2002 
He was honorably discharged October 22, 1968 

Jack G. Sankel
Seaman US Navy
Brockport: On Thursday June 18, 2009 at the age of 84. Predeceased by his wife Doris. He is survived by his children Jacquelyn (George) Sabine, Susan (Philip) Ryan, David Sankel, Marcia (Nelson) Crosier, grandchildren Nicole Finger, Melanie Chaput, Morgan Ryan, David J. Sankel, John Sankel, Katlyn Munn, Giles Crosier, 7 great grandchildren

Charles A. Austin

World War II Navy Veteran

Charles A. Austin, Jr. 77 years of age, Cohocton Valley Inn, Cohocton, passed away Wednesday, March 5 at the Veterans Administration Health Care Facility in Bath. Charlie was born September 12, 1925 in Brooklyn, the son of Charles and Hedwig (Vollendorf) Austin. Charlie resided the early part of his life in Brooklyn and Long Island and then moved to Virginia. In 1974, Charlie moved to the Wayland area. Charlie and Arlene Woosley entered into a loving marriage on August 16, 1947 at the St. James Lutheran Church in Brooklyn. They spent thirty two years of marriage together until she passed away in 1980. Charlie's employment career spanned a couple of different areas. He operated a taxi cab during his time spent in New York City and upon his move to the Wayland area in 1974, he became employed by the Foster Wheeler Energy Corporation of Dansville. Charlie was one of the security guards for Foster Wheeler. Charlie also had a love for ceramics. This was evidenced by the number of different items that he made. These items included ceramic Christmas trees, dishes and numerous other items. He sold these and other knick knacks at several gift shops in different areas that included Virginia, Springwater, Hornell and at Shep's Hardware in Wayland. Charlie was very proud of his time spent with the United States Navy. He served his country in active service from September 11, 1942 until he was honorably discharged November 12, 1946 from the Naval Air Advanced Training Command Flag Unit (Post Demobilization) NAS. Charlie was very active in the European Theater portion of World War II. He achieved the rank of coxswain and served on the following vessels and stations; the USS Bache, USSÊWyoming, AMPH Trabas in Little Creek, Virginia and the USS Biddle. There was a point during his campaign that Charlie was classified as Missing in Action, however he was often heard saying that he was not MIA because he knew where he was. Charlie was pre-deceased by his wife, Arlene (Woosley) Austin and an infant son. Charlie is survived by his children, Larry Gleason of Long Island, James (Cynthia) Gleason of Long Island, Catherine Neal of Virginia, Frances (Dan) Doty of Kentucky, Charlene Benson of Florida, Charles (Carol) Austin of Rochester, Gladys Kirk of Garnerville, New York, and Karl Austin, his sister, Mary Shute of Dansville; his brother Allyn (Elli) Austin of Brooklyn; many grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and great nephews. Family and friends called Friday at the St. George-Stanton Funeral Home, 109 West Naples St., Wayland. Charlie's Funeral Service was held Saturday at the funeral home. Reverend Randy Bishop of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Dansville will officiate the service. Contributions in memory of Charles A. Austin, Jr. may be made to the Vincent House, 310 Second Avenue, Wayland or Christ the Good Shepard Church, 1000 Winton Road North, Rochester, 14609. 
 

Thomas M. Legler 

Life Dates: 5/1/1960 - 9/18/2009 
History: Mr. Legler was born in Phoenix, AZ son of the late Wellington Legler and Helen Buell of Rochester. Tom was a member of the Brockport Navy Club. He loved riding his Harley Davidson Low Rider. 

Survived By: His wife Suzanne C. Legler of Elba; sons Daniel Legler of Chili Center; Matthew J. Legler of Batavia; one grandson Madden James Legler survive along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation: Friends may call Tuesday September 22, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Funeral Home. 
Services: Services will be 1:00 PM on Wednesday September 23, at the Funeral Home. 
Burial: North Byron Cemetery 
Memorials: In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the family.

 Harry M. RUCKER
New York Naval Militia
Member Ship 1812
Dec. 5, 1921 — July 1, 2008

Harry Michael Rucker, age 86, of Springville, NY died 1 July 2008 after a 9-month battle with cancer.  A military service was held in Springville on 12 July.  Donations will be accepted for the Harry Rucker Memorial Bench at the Veterans¢ Park in Springville.

Harry served 33 months in WWII, based in Egypt, and was chosen as an honor guard for the conference in Normandy.  He served continuously in the military, in the Army Reserve until 1981 and as a Seabee in the Naval Reserve until 1986, then in the NYS Naval Militia.  He was a member of the VFW, the Seabee Veterans of America, Combat Veterans Association, Disabled American Veterans, Marine Corps League, Military Vehicle Preservation, And the Navy Club of Lake Ontario, Ship 1812

DCYeaw

Harry M. Rucker, locksmith, longtime reservist

Harry Michael Rucker of Springville, a retired locksmith and dedicated military reservist, died July 1 after a nine-month battle with cancer. He was 86. 

Born in Boston Center, he moved to Springville as a child. He served in the Army during World War II in Egypt and was picked as an honor guard for the conference in Normandy. Returning from service, he graduated from Griffith Institute in 1947. 

He then worked at the Chevrolet plant as an inspector, then as a senior research operator at DuPont for 13 years. 

After returning to Springville, Mr. Rucker became night custodian and head custodian at Griffith Institute and a substitute bus driver. In 1970, he started his own locksmith business, retiring in 1996. He also worked part time at Springville Door and Window. 

Mr. Rucker continued his military service in the reserves for many years. He was a Seabee in the Naval Reserve until 1976, served the Army Reserve until 1981 and in the New York State Naval Militia. He worked in many capacities, including cook, guard duty, construction, heavy equipment operator, transportation, teaching and assisting in natural disasters. 

He was a member of Post 431, American Legion; Post 5260, Veterans of Foreign Wars; Seabee Veterans of America (Buffalo); the Combat Veterans Association; Disabled American Veterans; the Marine Corps League; and the Military Vehicle Preservation Association.

He also participated in military parades around the area and enjoyed sharing military history through presentations and with his displays and restored military vehicles. 

Mr. Rucker was an active member of the Concord Historical Society and a past Boy Scout leader. He loved Western-style square dancing and traveling with his wife, Helene. 

He was married for 26 years to his first wife, the former Betty Lois May, and for 25 years to Helene Elise Grassel. 

Surviving are a daughter, Susan; a son, Wayne; and two stepdaughters, Laurel Meyer and Valerie White. 

A military service will take place at 3 p. m. Saturday in Veterans Park off South Buffalo Street in Springville. 
 
 

Brockport, NY—Duane P. Everetts of 140 Park Ave. Apt. 7 died Saturday (August 16, 2008) in his home. Born June 18, 1949 in Olean, NY he was the son of Hazen and Virginia Morgan Everetts. Mr. Everetts was a 1968 graduate of Portville Central School and then served with the US Air Force during the Vietnam War, having been stationed in the Azores. He received his Associates Degree from Jamestown Community College and later graduated from SUNY Brockport. He had been employed by SUNY Brockport for many years in the bursar’s office and most recently had been employed by the Navy Club in Brockport prior to his death. He was a longtime member of the First Baptist in Olean and also belonged to the Moose Club and the American Legion. He volunteered annually for the American Diabetes Association and for a hobby he enjoyed collecting memorabilia. 
Surviving besides his parents of Olean are 1 sister Lori Everetts of Olean; 2 brothers Dwight D. (Ruth) Everetts and Terry L. (Vicki) Everetts, both of Olean; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and 2 aunts Geraldine Witter of Allegany and Frances Greener of Las Vegas, NV.
Friends will be received at the Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home 3128 W. State Rd. Olean on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral services will be held Wednesday (August 20, 2008) at 11:00am in the funeral home. Burial will be in Hinsdale Cemetery, Maplehurst. Memorials, if desired, may be made to the American Diabetes Association 315 Albert Drive Suite 102, Amherst, NY 14226.

Invitation
There was a get-to-gether at the Navy Club,
21 Clinton St., Brockport, NY 14420
Phone 585 637-6110
at 1300 hours (1pm) Sunday, 24 August 2008
to honor Duanes Memory.

MANCHESTER: James E. Conley, 63, our beloved brother, uncle, and friend, died suddenly on Friday, November 7, 2003. Jim was born April 12, 1940 in Clifton Springs, the son of John C. Sr. and Esther (Wolfe) Conley.

He attended Clifton Springs High School. Jim joined the U.S. Navy and went to Bainbridge, Md. to attend the United States Naval Training Center. He served aboard the U.S.S. Mitscher and

was honorably discharged with the rank of Petty Officer 3rd Class Yeoman. Jim graduated

from Empire College in 1978 and spent most of his career as a chemical dependency counselor.

He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church of Greece, first

vice commander of Jewel Buckman American Legion Post 529 of Holley, junior executive officer

of the Navy Club of Lake Ontario Ship 1812, the Tin Can Sailors Association for Destroyer Veterans, and was a crew member of the U.S.S. Mitscher DL-2. Jim was a talented artist, avid fisherman, and had a great love of the Navy, his country, and his family. He is survived by his two sisters, Patricia (Phil) D'Arduini of Manchester and Terry Herzog of

Adams Center, N.Y.; 15 nieces and nephews; 26 grand nieces and nephews; and two great-grand nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents, John C. Sr. and Esther (Wolfe) Conley; his brother, John

C. Conley Jr.; two sisters, Eileen Ciardi and Ann Vanderhoof; his niece, Kristen Morley; his nephew, Luke Vanderhoof; and his dear friend, Ann ³Bunny² Lytle. Friends may call Monday, November 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Halsted-Patrick Funeral Home,

19 North Main St., Manchester. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 11 at 1 p.m.

at St. Dominic's Church, Shortsville. Internment will be in St. Rose Cemetery in Shortsville. Donations in Jim's memory can be made to the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs, NY 14432, or to any veterans organization.

April 19, 2001 
Section: Local News 
Memo:Police investigation into drowning has stalled.

Freson death still a mystery 

Authorities say they are no closer today to solving the mysterious death of Brockport resident Edward Charles Freson than they were a year ago. 

Freson, 41, was found dead May 5, 2000 at Buttermilk Falls near LeRoy, N.Y. His body was discovered by four kids hiking in the area. The cause of death was ruled a drowning, said Jerome Brewster, a deputy with the Genesee County Sheriff's Office.

Freson was in the water only a "matter of hours" before he was discovered, Brewster said.

Freson was last seen alive at the C&S Saloon on Main Street in Brockport. A bartender who served Freson that night reported that she believed he left the bar alone.

Edward Reese, a friend of Freson, said someone had to give Freson a ride, because he did not own a car.

"So someone knows something," Reese said. "If somebody would come forward, the mystery would be gone."

Brewster said he is "absolutely confident" that there are people in the Brockport area who have information about Freson's death, but, for whatever reason, are not coming forward.

The death is being treated as a homicide, unless evidence is uncovered that suggests otherwise, Brewster said, adding that his gut feeling is that it was either a homicide or an accident, and not a suicide.

More than 100 people were interviewed during the course of the investigation into Freson's death, which is still open, but not active, Brewster said. As many as 15 investigators were working the case initially.

A $500 reward for information regarding the death is being offered by the Sheriff's Office.

Reese said Freson, who lived at 492 West Ave., was quiet and well-liked.

"Everybody was his friend," he said. "He'd sit down and talk to you for hours, and he was one of the few people who looked like he really enjoyed it."

Freson was an active member of the Brockport Sons of the American Legion, the local Elks club, and the Brockport chapter of the Navy Club of Lake Ontario.

Anyone with information about the death of Edward Freson should call the Genesee County Sheriff's Office at 345-3000, Ext. 241.

It is never easy, as demonstrated above this vessel is BIG! Are we up to the task? Please provide the webmaster with your remarks via email

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Hi Ed,

I saw the pictures in the Quarterdeck.  Not bad for a few "OLD" salts.  One thing though, you might want to make a few changes on your name lists.  My last name is Aures not Ayres and Langdon's first name is Jack not Dave.

As for the Gig, I don't think the club is financially able to support a venture like that.  Also, there's no room at the club to put a boat that large. 

Hope your new assignment is going well.

Glenn Aures 
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Those that gave their lives that we might be free deserve to be commemorated.  The townspeople that have always lined the parade route have been denied that opportunity.

One man was determined that this was not going to happen this year.  He was determined to have that Memorial Day Parade down Main Street in Brockport.  That man, a Navy Veteran of the Viet Nam Era, donned his old Navy uniform, rigged a U.S. flag for parade carry, and, at 10:00 AM on May 28th, commenced his march down the center of Main Street to the north.  He stopped a few times to catch his breath, but continued each time after a rest of a minute or so.  People on the sidewalks cheered; passing drivers voiced appreciation and encouragement; several took pictures with cell phones.

Although his intent was to continue his march to the intersection with East Avenue, his heart gave out on the canal bridge and he collapsed.  He was taken to Rochester General by the Brockport Ambulance Corps and was admitted for observation.  Fortunately, he is expected to make a full recovery.  He may not be able to march next year, but perhaps the message won’t be lost to his veteran colleagues.
 

Dave Yeaw's comments........................
It wasn't big.  But our veterans who gave their lives were commemorated.
About twenty feet past where the last shot was taken, my heart gave out and I collapsed on the bridge.  My defibrillator jump started me six times.  I spent the night in Rochester General for observation.

But there WAS a parade!

David C. Yeaw

About twenty feet past where the last shot was taken, my heart gave out and I collapsed on the bridge.  My defibrillator jump started me six times.  I spent the night in General for observation. More About Shipmate Yeaw at http://www.navetsusa.com/members/dyeaw.html

Ed Reese, Assistant Museum Director

Ed Reese selected to assist in Sampson
Navy Museum Transition

Ed Reese, founder of the Navy Club of Lake Ontario on Clinton Street in Brockport and of the online veteran's organization, "Navy Veterans of the USA"  (navetsusa.com), winters in Naval Air Station Key West Florida.  In past years Ed has come home to Brockport to spend his summers.  However, this year he will not return here.  Ed has secured a position as the Assistant to the Director of the US Navy Museum at Sampson.  Sampson, located on Seneca Lake, formerly a navy boot camp, saw some 600,000 men and women pass through its gates.  Sampson, formerly run by WWII vets, is being turned over to the NY State Park Authority.  Ed will assist in this enormous job. If you wish to give Ed your congratulations, you may do so by logging on to navetsusa.com and email him.  Our best wishes go out to Master Chief Ed Reese and we know that Sampson couldn't have picked a better man for the job! Learn more about WWII US Naval Training Museum and Sampson State Park at http://www.rpadden.com/sampson.htm

Roger, Ed, Dave, Ron and Dick at the Sampson WWII Navy Veteran's Museum

OUR GRAND OPENING
13 October 1996

On Navy Day. October 13th the grand opening was held for our homeport. The day began at 1000 hr.... well. actually the start of this can be traced back to the meeting on 9 October when the different setup/teardown and general help volunteers stepped forward. Tables and chairs were brought in from the Vet’s club and set up. the tables had to be covered. The inside and outside of the homeport had to be field day’d. Pictures, posters and the like had to be set up. food picked up and prepared, cake picked up. champagne delivered, etc., etc.. etc. You get the picture. Needless to say a ton of work was required to pull this thing off. Many thanks to all who volunteered their time!!
Now. Back to the story of the grand opening at 1000 hr. the doors, (hatches??) were thrown open to the public. During the day a number of people came through on tours. The tour guides were Ron Ayrault. Lew Randall. Ed Reese and Art Kamp. The United States Navy recruiting van was here, the recruiters handing out ball caps and the like. Ceremonies commenced at 1832 hrs with an opening address by Commander Ed Reese to the passer by’s and guests outside our club. Lew Randall then came forward and gave a speech dedicating the Navy Club. Brockport Mayor Mary Ann Tborpe then proceeded to cast flowers on the Erie Canal waters in memory of all Navy Veterans. Chaplain Ron Ayrault gave a prayer while the Mayor was casting the flowers.
After the Mayor returned, there was a gun salute by the Brockport Vet’s Club honor guard, the playing of “Taps” and lowering of the flags from the Navy Club mast. Commander Reese then introduced Mayor Mary Ann Thorpe as Master of Ceremonies. Mayor Thorpe then introduced the following speakers: Commander Scott Crossley and Assemblyman Charlie Nesbitt. After the speakers Mayor Thorpe proposed a toast to the Veterans of Navy Club Lake Ontario and thanked all who attended. She then cut the 221st birthday cake while “anchors aweigh” was played for all who lined up for chow.
Once again thanks to all who helped make this a memorable event for all who attended!!

On the 11th of September in 2001 our way of life – our very freedom – came under attack in a series of deliberate and deadly terrorist acts.  The victims were in airplanes, or in their offices;  secretaries, businessmen and women, military and federal workers, moms and dads, friends and neighbors.  Thousands of lives were suddenly ended by evil, despicable acts of terror.

The pictures of airplanes flying into buildings, fires burning, and huge structures collapsing, filled us with disbelief, a terrible sadness, and a quiet, unyielding anger.  These acts of mass murder were intended to frighten our nation into chaos and retreat.  But they have failed; our country is strong.  A great people has been moved to defend a great nation.  Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America.  These acts shattered steel, but they cannot dent the steel of American resolve.

America was targeted for attack because we’re the brightest beacon for freedom and opportunity in the world, and no one will keep that light from shining.  On this day in 2001, our nation saw evil, the very worst of human nature.  The search is underway for those who are behind these evil acts.  The full resources of our intelligence, law enforcement, and military have been set to finding those responsible and bring them to justice.  And we make no distinction between the terrorists who committed these acts and those who harbor them.

America, along with our friends and allies, join with all those who want peace and security in the world, and we stand together to win the war on terrorism.  Americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace.  America has stood down enemies before, and we will do so again.  None of us will ever forget this day. 

We grieve not only for those whose lives were taken in those attacks, but for the families whose world was shattered by these evil acts; for all whose sense of safety and security has been threatened

We would like to thank Commander Dick Grizwold and the entire Navy Club of 1812, members and associates for their tremendous generosity in our time of need.  James Henion, Brother and friend of Dean died suddenly on July 4, 2005. Jim was an associate of The Navy Club 1812 and he quickly became loved by everyone.  The Navy Club held a beautiful service for Jim and their thoughtfulness meant so much.  Thank you everyone for a wonderful evening - just one more great memory of Jim.

Jim, Glenn chat with Glenn's wife

Brockport Mayor Jo Matela and Rear Admiral John Comins
do the traditional cutting of the Ship 1812 Cake

Monday, 21 March 2005
"Another day in paradise"

The Navy Club of Lake Ontario, Ship 1812, Inc.
21 Clinton Street, Brockport, New York 14420

Meeting of:  March 9, 2005

Role Call of Officers:
Commander Ed Reese    Absent
Sr. Exec. Richard Griswold   Present 
Jr. Exec. Ben Pasgenski    Present
Paymaster Dave Yeaw    Present 
Exec. Staff Bill Murphy    Present 
Exec. Staff Stu Dube’    Present 
Exec. Staff Glenn Aures    Present
Exec. Staff Jim Miller    Present 
Chaplain Ron Ayrault    Present 
Master-at-Arms Bill Murphy   Present 
Primary Shipswriter Nancy Thompson Present 
Assistant Shipswriter Duane Everetts  Present 

Introduction of New Members or Visitors:
No new members or visitors.
 

Reading of the Minutes from Previous Meeting:
Accepted as read.

Reading of the Communications:
Brockport Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Corps.—asking for donation.
Brockport Veterans Club—Memorial Day Parade
(Shipswriter to respond—will attend)

Reading of the Bills / Financial Activity:

Bills:
Standard Bills:  Insurance, telephone, waste, cable, electric
There was a question raised with regard to our credit with RG&E and carrying the balance.  Dave Yeaw will check into this.
 

Financial Activity Report:
Checking account was taken down to $56.00 and a transfer of funds of $500.00 was made to cover usual expenses.

$1,000.00 was returned to the Elks from the Ed Freeson Fund.

It was reported that last week was very good financially.  Over $700.00 was deposited to the account.  Nancy Thompson mentioned feedback from newsletter has been good and apparently has helped.

Duane Everetts reported that service fees are taken from the Freeson Account if it drops below $2,500.00.  Paymaster Yeaw is aware of this and will check into the type of account that is held and the possibility of changing the type of account.

Navy Club Accounts:
Cash on Hand:  $491.50
Checking Account:  $811.67
Freeson Fund:  $1,553.59
Savings Account:  $8,614.23

Beach Patrol:
Dave Yeaw mentioned a gentleman who stopped in.  Also the use of cards to promote club business.

Sick Bay:
Associate Marge Ackers is doing better.

Committees:
Installation Dinner—need a count on people and who has paid.
Ron Ayrault is picking up the cake—Wegmans is putting the Navy Club logo on it.

Unfinished Business:
Stuart Dube’-- “Shipmates of the Year”—from minutes of previous meeting, “For outstanding action above and beyond”.  Motion brought by Stu Dube’—passed.

New Business:
Parking problem mentioned—since new restaurant opened across the street.
 
 

New Business (cont.)
Change in meeting time brought forth.  Stu Dube’—meeting time is not specified by the by-laws.  Executive committee to decide.  Executive committee to meet at 1812 hours.  Dick Griswold—next month regular meeting  will be at 1900 hours.  Stu Dube—the Executive committee to meet at 1812 hours.  2nd by Ray Wilson.  Unanimously passed.

Dick Griswold mentioned that we need more help behind the bar and would like to see more veteran members help out.

A member wanted to know why there was nothing mentioned about our Navy Club in the Quarterdeck.  Some discussion took place.  Dave Yeaw indicated that there has been no state convention here in five years, that the state will not come here and therefore we do not support them.  Stu Dube’ stated that “there was no such thing as a state squadron”.

Good of the Ship:
Ron Ayrault wanted to know where the 3 inch 50 was.  It was located in the corner of the door in the museum. 

Stu Dube’ and Nancy Thompson to work on cleaning, organizing and restructuring the museum. 

Copier in museum and radio.  These belong to Ed Reese.  Question was raised as what to do with them. 

Dan Sell mentioned that his daughter was involved with regard to the tomb of the Unknown Soldier and asked about a military presence at the  middle school --Memorial Day.

Submitted:  April 11, 2005+
NJ Thompson 
Primary Shipswriter

The Navy Club of Lake Ontario, Ship 1812, Inc.
21 Clinton Street, Brockport, New York 14420

Meeting of: February 8, 2005
Sr. Executive, Dick Griswold opened the meeting at approximately 18:12.  A quorum was present.  The usual opening ritual was followed.

Role Call of Officers:
Commander Ed Reese    Absent (in paradise...see above)
Sr. Exec. Richard Griswold   Present
Jr. Exec. Ben Pasgenski    Present
Paymaster Dave Yeaw    Present
Exec. Staff Bill Murphy    Present 
Exec. Staff Stu Dube’    Present 
Exec. Staff Glenn Aures    Absent
Exec. Staff Jim Miller    Absent
Chaplain Ron Ayrault    Present
Master-at-Arms Bill Murphy   Present
Primary Shipswriter Nancy Thompson Present
Assistant Shipswriter Duane Everetts  Absent

Introduction of New Members or Visitors:
There were no new members or visitors present.
 

Reading of the Minutes from Previous Meeting:
The minutes were accepted as read.
Motion was made by Stu Dube’.  Seconded by Bill Murphy.  Motion Passed.

Reading of the Communications:
Village of Brockport – Notice of Change in Assessment.

Reading of the Bills / Financial Activity:

Bills:
Paymaster Dave Yeaw indicated that the regular, typical bills needed to be paid.  Regular Bills included:
Electric
Telephone
Cable
Insurance

Additionally, the $500.00 balance for the roof repair has been paid.

A motion was brought by Bill Murphy to pay the bills and accept the bill report.  Ron Ayrault seconded motion.  Motion Passed.

Financial Activity Report:
Paymaster Dave Yeaw read the 2004 year-end report.  (Attached)
Rear Admiral John Comins brought a motion to accept the year-end report.  Seconded by Ron Ayrault. Motion passed.

Navy Club Accounts:

Cash on Hand: $164.50
Checking Account: $535.08
Freason Fund: $2,550.44
Savings Account: $9,114.23

Beach Patrol:
None at this time.

Sick Bay:
Ron Ayrault reported that cards were sent to Marge Ackers & Dan O’Connor. It was reported that Duane Everetts experienced a problem with his wheelchair while on duty at the club.  Help was called in and the problem was resolved.

Committees:
Stu Dube’ reminded the board of the original committee that was formed to approve items to be placed on the interior walls of the club.  He then asked for a vote regarding the removal of the mural that is painted on the WAR room wall.
A motion was made to paint over the mural.  Motion was seconded by Bill Murphy.  Motion passed unanimously.

Unfinished Business:
Chris Marks donated the new locks for the bar door.
Keys have not yet been made.

New Business:
No new business.
 

Good of the Ship:
Officer nominations were sent forth to members.  Stu Dube’ moved to accept the amended nominations.  Shipswriter cast a single vote for the unopposed slate of officers.  The slate passed unanimously.

Stu Dube’ expressed heartfelt thanks for the stellar work done on the facilities and acknowledged:

Ken Trowbridge
Chris Marks
Sue 
And Nancy Thompson

He also wished to make an acknowledgement of the aforementioned persons in the form of “Shipmates of the Year”.  Action on this is to be taken at the next meeting.

Dave Yeaw indicated that the club has a beer mister tap that is to be offered to someone who needs it.  The tap is in need of a pressure tank.

Nancy Thompson brought two issues forth.
1.) A St. Patrick’s Day dinner raffle. 
2.) American Stroke Association Marathon.

Submitted:  March 9, 2005
NJ Thompson 
Primary Shipswriter

A  newsletter  for  members
January 2005

For the members that have been to the Navy Club lately, the word change may seem a bit understated.  The Navy Club has been undergoing some major growth in the past few months.  There have been so many changes lately that it would take the entire newsletter to list them all.  Here are some of the highlights of what weÕve accomplished. 
We have changed the old, single color paint in the meeting and WAR rooms to a two-toned motif that is more representative of blue and gold.  The rear entrance steps have been rebuilt and a partial wall installed next to them.  This wall will also have a handrail and floor illumination for better visibility when entering and exiting. We are also reconfiguring space in the meeting and WAR rooms to allow for better use of these areas such as, a nicer seating area along the wall in the WAR room.  We have put a drop ceiling in the menÕs head, insulated the meeting room, office and museum and enclosed the space over the back bar area to help with heating issues.  We have been working on updating the kitchen and bar area, cleaning and organizing the office, and thatÕs just the beginning!!!  There are some projects still being completed and others that are in the planning phase for the near future.
We also now have computers!!!  There are two MacIntosh computers located in the meeting room for member use.  These computers have word processing programs, e-mail and there is free internet for all members!  There is also a printer available for member use.  We now have a computer in the office to handle shipÕs business and this will definitely make our lives easier! 
If you haven'nt been to the club lately, please stop in and check out what weve been doing.

New Officers

In addition to the physical changes being made, there will also be a change of officers.  During the December meeting, a nominating committee was established.  The results of the nominating committee were presented at the last board meeting on January 13th and the vote for these nominees will be held at the next meeting, which is on February 9th at 18:12 hours.  If you are a full member of the club, you may vote at that meeting. Because of the short period of time involved, we are uunable to send out proxy votes.  We apologize for any inconvenience this presents to anyone.

The offices and nominees are:
  Commander Richard Griswold
  Sr. Executive
  Jr. Executive Ben Pasgenski
  Paymaster David Yeaw
  Additional (5) Trustees

Other staff positions include:
  Judge Advocate
  General Stu Dube'
  Chaplain Ron Ayrault
  Primary
  Shipswriter Nancy Thompson
  Assistant
  Shipswriter Duane Everetts

These other staff positions are appointed positions only and will not be involved in the voting process.
 

Installation Dinner
March 12, 2005

Of course you canÕt have new officers without having an installation dinner.  After all, the officers need to be sworn into office and why not have a little fun while were at it?
The installation dinner is being held on March 12, 2005.  The schedule for the dinner is as follows:

5:00 - 6:00 pm Cocktail Hour
6:10 pm  POW/MIA Ceremony
6:20 pm  Mayor Josephine Matela Speaks
6:30 - 7:30 pm Dinner
7:30 pm  Installation Ceremony

Installation Ceremony: 
 Swearing in by Rear Admiral Comins 
 Rear Admiral Speaks 
(Alternate: Mayor Josephine Matela)

Dinner Menu:
Chicken French or Ham
Salt Potatoes
Pasta Dishes
(lasagna & ziti)
Salad
Jello
Rolls and Butter
Coffee and Tea

The cost of the dinner is $8.00 for a single individual and $12.00 for a couple.  If you are planning on attending, please send your payment in the envelope provided, no later than March 5, 2005.  If you have any questions, or need more information, please contact the Navy Club.  We hope to see you here!

Membership Updates

As mentioned previously, we now have a computer in the office.  This has already made a huge difference in the way we handle the shipÕs business and has made it so much easier to accomplish tasks.  One of those tasks has been to create a membership database.  Of course a database is only as good as the information it contains.  This is where we need your help.  If the information on your mailing label is incorrect, please let us know.  In addition, we try very hard to keep up with the records, however, sometimes we miss something.  If we have sent a newsletter to a deceased family member--we sincerely apologize.  Please let us know right away and we will correct the problem immediately.  If you prefer to not remain on our database, please let us know and we will remove your information.  We do not give out any of your information to anyone else.
In addition to your mailing address, it would be helpful to have a contact phone number, and/or an e mail address.  Please let us know if you would prefer to be c
ontacted (including the newsletter) via e mail.  We will do our best to accommodate you.

Membership Dues

We have been speaking to members recently with regard to membership dues.  What we are finding is that there appears to be some confusion as to when they need to be paid and how much the dues are.
No matter what type of member you are, the dues are always $20.00 annually. This annual fee expires on December 31st which means, that in order to remain an active member of the Navy Club you must pay your dues beginning January 1st for that year.  If you are an existing member and choose not to pay the annual dues until very late in the year, for example, September or October, those dues are applied to the current year and the annual fee becomes due again as of January 1st for the following year.  If you let your dues lapse, you will be considered an inactive member.  Once the dues are paid, you are then reinstated as an active member.
We hope that this information helps to clarify things and as always, please contact us with any questions you may have.  We appreciate your support!!!  If you would like to renew your dues, we have enclosed an envelope with this mailing for your convenience.

Contact Us

Ok, so we keep saying contact us with any questions that you may have, well hereÕs how.  You can always write to us at:   The Navy Club of Lake Ontario, Ship 1812, Inc.
      P.O. Box 185
      Brockport, New York 14420   or,
Call us at: (585) 637-6110 between 4:00 pm & 8:00pm or,
E-mail us at: navyclub@frontiernet.net
How Well Do You Know Your Naval History?

Trivia 
1.)  What state claims to be the birthplace of the Navy?
2.)  What was the name of the first submarine and  how was it powered? 
3.)  The first submarine sank one ship.  What was the name of that ship and in what year was it sunk?
The answers can be found on the internet at individual sites, or you can find them posted on the club bulletin board.

Adviser and Past Commander, NYNMIII Rear Admiral John Comins and Master Chief  Ed Reese, representing New York Naval Militia Region Three, volunteered to assist in Saturday's September 11th Operation Patriot. The Patriotic ceremony was sponsored by Time Warner Cable and Infinity radio. Proceeds to benefit the Salvation Army's Homeless Veterans Program.  NYNMIII, along with Ben Pasgenski, Jim Miller and Ken Trowbrigde of the Navy Club in Brockport and members NAVetsUSA.commanned recruiting table and the public encouraged to stop by and chat.

     Operation Patriot and the Ship 1812 "Drop Your Drawers" Campaign
Operation Patriot is a program sponsored by the Salvation Army for the benefit of our homeless veterans.  These disadvantaged veterans are in need of nearly everything, but, according to our sources in the Salvation Army (S.A.), the most needed items are underwear and socks.  Ship 1812 has agreed to pitch in and collect those items for them.  We have a barrel at the ship for the collection of packages of new socks and underwear.  This collection will be turned over to the S.A. on 11 August at 1812 hours (our regular meeting).  So get your contribution over to the Ship by that date.  Remember, new packaged underwear (any style, any adult size) and socks.  Our needy vets are depending on us.  Let’s give our all.
Operation Patriot culminates with a ceremony and festival to be held at Ontario Beach Park (Charlotte Beach) on 11 September.  NCLO will be a proud participant in these events.  Join us if you are able.  Wear your uniform.

Membership Drive
Ship 1812 is always looking for a few more active, caring members.  Of course, our veteran (voting) membership is restricted to veteran and active members of the Navy, the Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard.  However, we also make provision for those that don’t qualify by those standards.  Anyone may become an Associate Member.  Currently we have a very active core of Associates that accomplish a great deal around the Ship.  Dues for any member is only $20 per year.  Indeed, if any member signs up 20 others, they are automatically elevated to Life Membership with the Navy Club of Lake Ontario. Or, use the enclosed envelope to remit your $20.00 check for 2004 dues. Or, Veteran members become a life member…Send your check in the enclosed envelope for (Over Age 80) [$60], (Age 71 to 80) [105], (Age 61 to 70) Years $140], (Age 51 to 60) Year [$175] (Age 41 to 50) Years [$200.00], (Age 31 to 40) Years [$225.00], (Age under 31) [Years $245.00].

Ship 1812 Ladies Auxiliary
There is currently a membership drive to collect a sufficient number of ladies that we can gain a Charter from the Navy Club of the United States of America (our parent organization).  Sue (PH 585 964-2998) is spearheading that drive.  If you are (or have) a wife, daughter, granddaughter, stepdaughter of a Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard veteran, sign up.  The Auxiliary will be directly responsible to Ship 1812, but they have their own meetings, conduct their own events, and maintain their separate accounts.  It’s a worthwhile endeavor and the ladies always seem to enjoy the camaraderie while performing important work for the Ship.

U.S. Navy Birthday
October 13th will mark the 228th birthday of the US Navy.  It happens to fall on the 2nd Wednesday of October – a regular Ship 1812 meeting night.  Let’s make this meeting special.  All you guys that, for one reason or another, have not been able to make the meetings, plan for this one.  Let’s have a blowout for that night.  Maybe we can have available all those things that you look fondly back on – grog, Navy bean soup, SOS.  Come on in and see all the improvements that we have made to our clubrooms.  Swap old sea stories with your Shipmates.  Bring in your scrapbooks and cruise books.  Share your experiences.  And you know what would make it all the more special?  If you brought in a friend who is also an old salt and signed them up for membership.  See you there!!!
Any questions about anything? Please call the commander at the club 585 637-6110 or home 638-6524
 
 

As a public service to the local Navy veteran's organization, Navy Club of Lake Ontario, Ship 1812, Inc, members of the  NMCB 21 worked on the Club rooms drill weekend March 6 and 7.
 
 

Participants in the Change of Command ceremony included Commander Wayne Sorrentino, Rear Admiral John R. Comins, Captain Bruce Speller, Chaplain Ron Ayrault, Jon Lefferts, Dan Sell and Brockport Mayor Josephine Matela.

The New York Naval Militia is the Naval Component of the New York State Military Forces (DMNA), the other components being the New York Army National Guard, the Air National Guard, and the New York Guard. Today, the New York Naval Militia is the only active, federally recognized Naval Militia with continuous, unbroken service to the country and the state. All drilling Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard members are eligible to join. Interested reservists can contact Master Chief Reese at the Navy Club or call him at 638-6524.

In the immediate aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, a call went out from Governor Pataki to the Naval Militia for volunteers to assist in organizing a recall of Militia members for perimeter guards, as well as rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site in New York City. Master Chief Reese immediately responded to his call.
Incurring personal expense, he contacted over 50 militia members throughout the Rochester area and organized them into three separate mobilization waves. He also contacted local media and area employers, reminding them of the importance of this effort and asking their assistance and support of their Naval Guard employees. He continuously updated the Region 3 Navy website http://www.navetsusa.com.com/nynm-regionIII/ with many email message details of this rapidly evolving recall and as a central repository of information for second and third wave personnel. 
Master Chief Reese's actions and "can-do" spirit were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the New York Naval Militia.